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The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11
BIG SPECTACLE
NOW AT THE INDIANA

1.-The Sign of the Cross" pro-
duced for Paramount by Cecil B.
DeMille, which is playing at the In
diana theater this week, has a cast
headed by Frederic March, ELISA
Landi, Claudette Colbert and
Charles Laughton, and includes
$500 others.
DeMille, noted for lavish pictures
of biblical days and creator of
THE Ten Commandments and
'King of Kings" is said to have
surpassed all his previous work in
THE Sign of the Cross" The gil
gantic sets used in the picture are
all constructed in detail from orig
inals.
A duplication of the Circus Max
linus, which was for several hundred
years the scene of the bloody glad
itorial combatS and chariot races,
has been produced in this spec
tacle of pagan Rome in the days of
Nero.
Also an elaborate Roman bath
was created and is used by Miss
colbert IN the picture. Dupncatlons
of several sections of Nero's Pal
ace of Gold are also used in THE
Sign of the Gross
Frederic March as the heroic pre-
feet of Rome, sacrificing wealth,
position, even life for love of a
Christian maid who becomes a mar
tyr, is said to have the most virile
role in his entire career. Charles
Laughton has the role of Nero and
Claudette Colbert plays his wife.
The picture is given dramatic
and touching finish when March and
the Christian girl walk hand in
hand to meet the fierce Numidian
lions on the sands of the Circus
MaXimus arena.
Another musical presentation is
being given by Ed Resener and the
: Indiana concert orchestra, with Lo-
rem Griffith, tenor.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11
STATE FAIR AND SIGN OF THE CROSS ARE NOW ON VIEW
Irene Dunno Plays Role of an English Chorus Girl in The
Secret of Madame Blanche the Dramatic Fea-
ture on Current Bill at the Palace.

oRE them eight of the
V1 Films Fair the
production Janet Gaynor, viii Rogers
Ayres Sally Ees Foster Louise Dresser Frank
Victor
members of
their
who the paper
portrays
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The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11

For seven minutes she spins round
and round on the same spot with
heroic energy, intensifying the circle
with whirling spiral of her arms
and hands. 1t is said that specta-
tors are drawn as if by hypnotic
power into the very vortex of the
dance.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11
Raynor Lehr Has Large Company of Singers, Dancers
and Specially Entertainers With Him in Small Town
Boy' Now on View at the Lyric Theater.

MALLTOWN thirty
~ headline
Other feature vaudeville the
the
"Small-ToWn
and there is ample for the speciality and dances which Lhr
offers conjunction
Numerous musical
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11
Cooper and Sidney in "Pick Up

Cooper and Sidney in "Pick Up"
Gary Cooper, who is being hailed
by critics for his performance in
"A Farewell to Arms and Sylvia
Sidney, who has just finished a
splendid portrayal in Madame
Butterfly" will have the leads III
the film version of Vina Delmar's
Pick Up" which B. P. Schulberg is
to produce for Paramount. Marion
Gering will direct the picture.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11

Caro- laccio'' Observation-Disclosures.
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Observation-Disclosures. Pietro Cimera
"Perdutamente Forgotten .Paola Tosti
Note" Night" ....... Ottorino Respighi
TO Love. To Suffer. Pietro Tirindelli
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11

Henry King, who directed state
Fair" asserts that every man, wo-
man and child who sees the picture
will recognize a friend in it.
THE characters Of State Fair are
the most human I've ever seen in d
picture" declared King. And that
goes without reservations. They are
the sort of people we meet and talk
with every day.
Furthermore, there is at least
one in the group that every person
will understand particularly well. 1t
may be the pretty farm girl played
by Janet Gaynor, the farmer por-
trayed by Will Rogers or the carni-
val girl that Sally Eilers charac-
terizes. Or perhops it will be the
newspaper reporter Lew Ayres plays,
the matron played by Louise Ores
ser. or the country storekeeper por-
trayed by Frank Craven. Some
where along the line, every person
who sees the picture will recognize
an especially kindred spirit.
1T is Characterization of this
type" continued the director, that
makes a story an ideal screen We
hicle."
state Fair" is the screen version
of Phil Stongs Literary Guild prize
novel.
The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1933-02-11

........ Giovanni Bononcini li64o-i7os)
'Laasciatemi morire' from 'Ariama".
....... Claudio Monteverde Q567-1643)
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Good Cast in
 Strand Offering

John Gilbert with Robert Arm strong, Mae Clark, Vince Barnett and other favorites comes to the Strand screen to-day and tomor- row in Fast Workers"
 John McDermott's play, "Riv- cts" furnished the basis for the filmed on top of Manhattan's tall est buildings to serve as breath taking setting for the action be- tween Gilbert and Armstrong. On the ground they become involved in an odd marriage bargain" that finally results in a deadly quarrel on a girder ninety stories in the air.
 Action between the two riveters is lightning fast and leads them through a series of situations that are packed with laughs and thrills through the entire picture. Mae Clarke is the point of feminine contention and succeeds in deliv- ering a strong characterization as lady of questionable reputation. Vince Barnett's clowning on top of the building provides many laugh able highlights.
 George O'Brien is seen in Rob bers Roost," the companion fea- ture, with Maureen O'Sullivan and big cast of western stars. O'Brien's horsemanship, his agility and his unusual strength are all put to evere tests during the prog ress of the story, which deals with the activities of determined gang of ruStlerS on an Arizona cat tie ranch. His qualities as a TO- mantle leading man are particular ly evident as they are enhanced by the lovely Maureen O'Sullivan as the naughty but eventually yielding heroine.
 Taken from Zane Grey's story o1
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Robinson Stars
 in New Feature

Lionel Barrymore's new hit Looking Forward, adapted from the same theme used by President Roosevelt in his book of that title, closes it's engagement at Warmers State tonight where it is being shown together with UniversaPs s "The Big Cage" starring Clyde Beatty and Anita Page.
 Edward G. Robinson, who first sprang to cinema stardom as the gangster chieftain Little Caesar, returns to the State tomorrow in "The Little Giant" picture that is really a sequel to Little Caesar"
 Robinson, who graduated from the racketeering type of story with his more recent picture, such as "Silver Dollar" and "Tiger Shark" {" plays his first comedy part in the role of a Chicago beer baron who retires from his highly profitable business to break into high society, after beer has become legalized.
 By cramming his vocabulary with French expressions and super- ficial phrases about futuristic art he believes himself ready to crash the exclusive circles. His sophomo- ric attempts to play the gentleman leads to some of the most hilar- ious situations imaginable.
 Constantly in hot water as the butt of the social elect he does not wake up to the fact that he is be- ing played for a sucker until the charming adventures he adores and her father have taken him for ride to the tune of several hum dred thousand dollars.
 According to advance reports from Hollywood. "The Little Giant" is an extremely timely subject with a brand of comedy that is highly
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
MUTUAL AID BOYS TO BLOW MEAN H0RNS|
TWO YOUNG MEN
 TOBE CONFIRMED
Bar-Mitzvah Ceremonies at Beth Israel and
 Shearith Israel
NOTABLE EVENTS

Two Bar-Mitzvah ceremonies will take place tomorrow morning at Beth Israel and Shearith Israel synagagues when two youths will be confirmed into the Hebrew faith.
 The Bar -Mitzvah of Harold Bergman, son of MT and Mrs Charles Bergman of Providence. R. l., formerly of Waterbury, will be held at the former synagogue while the Bar-Miztvah of Louis Yavetz, son of MT and Mrs David Yavetz of 284 Walnut street, will take place in Shearith Israel.
 Rabbi Moses D. Sheinkopf will address the Beth Israel congrega- tion in honor of the celebration at 10 o'clock and will also preach at Shearith synagogue in honor of the event at Il o'clock.
 The importance of the two events is expected to tax both places of services to capacity, as the Bar Mitzvah is one of the most important events in the Jew ish faith. Rabbi Sheinkopf cor dially invites all Waterbury He- brews to attend the cermonies.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Estate Trooper"
 Plays at Garden

Tn "State Trooper" which opened this afternoon at New Garden the ater, motion pictures reached out past the traditional settings and plots, and succeeded in presenting smashing story against a new, unique, and tremendously colorful background-that of an oil refin- cry at the height of operation.
 There is no let up in "State Trooper" Here is a picture that moves. It has its moments of hu- mor-grand humor-as it has its moments of tense drama and TO- nance but all the while it is mov- ing at tremendously fast pace. As the motorcycle officer, Regis Toomey is shown in one of the finest roles this popular star has had in months while beautiful Ev allyn Knapp provides the other half of the romance in splendid por- trayal as the girl. Edwin Max we'll, Raymond Hatton, Matthew Betz, Walter McGrail, Lew Kelly, Barbara Weeks and Don Chapman carry out their respective assign ments with distinction in all in- stances.
 Out of the frozen Arctic comes
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
WOOD
 GOSSIP
INTIMATE GLIMPSES AND INSIDE STUFF ON TEE
 MOVIE COLONY
BY DAN THOMAS
fNEA Service writer)

(NEA Service Wr1fer)
 Hollywood. - Things learned while wandering around town:
 Cary Grant and Randolph Scott have started raising ducks.
 Harry Green is the smallest sal aried featured player in Holly wood, his salary now being one dol lar per week.
 More than 200 hitch mixers arr rived in Hollywood in week in an effort to crash the movies.
 James Tinling, the director, al- ways wears a blue sweater and never has been seen inside of a studio without one.
 James Dunn has a passion for bright colored .neckties.
 Henry Carat goes around pick ing up nails.
 Mae Murray is returning to Broadway next fall in a play writ ten by Austin Strong, author of Seventh Heaven"
 Robert Armstrong now owns a fight club.
 It requires only three days for Joan Crawford to acquire sun tan.
 Old paper towels are used by the studios in making artificial trees.
 Clarence Brown, the director, arrives at the studio every morn- ing in Ford and leaves in a Rolls Royce.
 John Barrymore's habit of ele- vating his left eyebrow is a pe- culiarity of the famous Drew fam fly.
 |:
 Buster Crabbe, being champion swimmer, has been cast as cow boy in "To the Last Man."
 Lois Weber, the first feminine motion picture director, soon will return to directing again.
 The Marx Brothers now own a heavyweight fighter named Sam my Cohen but the name probably will be changed. Chico bought him with some money Harpo gave him to pay some bills.
 Constance Bennett now is a film producer as well as an &C., tress and her first picture as such will be one made in the Dutch
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
In The Local.
 TheaterS
Janet eaynor Is
 Coming 10 Palace

The last showings of 'Song of the Eagle" and "Oliver Twist" will take place at the Palace tonight.
 Starting Saturday for 4 days Adorable" the greatest romantic starring vehicle that has ever been given Janet Gaynor, will be the att traction and when we state that this talking picture vii thrill you more than Seventh Heaven" you may realize the treat that is in store for you.
 This picture presents Miss Gay nor in the most up-to-date role that she had had so far, daring and charming as a young girl who is anxious to find out "what it's all about" in regards to life and love, and who, though she may be sweet, is not afraid to take her happiness in the arms of a comparative stranger.
 The mysterious stranger is played by Henry Carat, unquestionably the greatest addition to the list of favorite male stars in many years. Already the greatest of European stars, he comes to the American screen to add legions of more ad- mirers to his already large fol- lowing.
 Here is the romance of a cin- derella in satins, the romantic tale of mythical country, princess incognito, a handsome hero, tunc- full music, what may surprise you also is Janet in boudoir scenes and then for good measure there are court intrigues.
 c. Aubrey Smith, as the prime minister and Herbert Mundin as a detective are the comedians, and many happy moments will be yours while these clever and high-class comics are in the focus of the sequences ever seen in a talking picture is also incorporated, a sort of fantasy, which is disclosed as the chefs are preparing the kings onion soup. Here is rare enter tainment treat.
 Girls, you will go for Henry Carat "in a big way"-all your thoughts of the other idols" of the screen will be dispelled, when you 'get a load" of this newest of male charmers-tall, dark, warm and handsome, he will no doubt be the secret sweetheart of a lot of Waterbury's femininity, from 6 to 66, after his appearances at the Palace. After Saturday the entire gossip of the fair sex in Waterbury and surrounding territory will be of this handsome Apollo"
 Looks like four big days at the Palace starting Saturday, so girls you had better get here early.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

Bunk, his horse and dog. The glare of the spotlight has not been sufficient to distract him from his real loves, his pals and the kids, and often he can be found away off in the back of the circus hav- ing Scout and Bunk put on pri- vate show for gang of young sters.
 When it comes to personal ap- pearances, Jack maintains that they are far more thrilling than doing ones stunts before a battery of cameras and directors and he loses no time in getting the most from his appreciative audiences. Every performer loves to please and to know that he is pleasing, says Jack. Before camera he has only to guess while in the cir GUS he has the applause of the audience to assure him and to urge him on.
 Sharing honors in the big circus performance with the screen star will be such famous circus celc- brities as the Hanneford family of riders, with George, the riding clown; also hosts of aerialists, &C., robats and gymnasts.
 The street parade all new and over a mile in length will leave the circus grounds at 11:30 a. m.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

the most sensational picture of the year. It is called "Igloo." It is the story of brave Eskimo hunt CT who went acourting and who chanced upon as desperate an ad- venture as ever befell a human be- ing. In the face of terrific odds, cruel tribal customs and the aroused anger of the Gods of the North, he rescues an entire tribe, before he can bring his love idyll to a happy conclusion. In this re- markable film you have the whole life story of the fast vanishing Es- kimo. It is an amazing story, and Cheeak, the hero, is an amazing figure. He is new feminine thrill; challenge to Clark Gable. You have never seen anyone like Chee- ak; you have never seen anything like 'Igloo". Don't miss this one.
 Also on the bill is a new epi- sode of Clancy of the Mounted" and "Wild Babies," a Boy Friend comedy.
 The special added attraction to-mororw night will be Country Store when 30 baskets containing choice family dinners will be giv- en away.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

Employes of Waterbury's Mutual Aid Unemployment Fund, who since the funds inception almost three years ago have performed all sorts of service for the city from building sewers and beauti- rying public property down to re- pairing shoes and making clothes for the city's destitute, are about to embark upon a new field. Dur ing the summer months they will furnish music to cheer up Water burians who have the blues and who are badly in need of recrea- ton.
 It became known today that William M. Harris, director of the funds activities, has completed plans whereby a band, to be com prised entirely of men working for his organization, will be organized and go into immediate rehearsal. It will conduct weekly band con- certs at Library park and perhaps be pressed into service to furnish music for a few street dances such as the ones, which afforded so much fun and amusement some years back on Grand street and on the City Hall plaza.
 . Mir Harris discovered some time ago that he had several talented musicians working for him, many of whom have played for years in the city's various bands. Realiz- ing that the city's unemployment situation is reaching a stage where everybody needs some recreation and some cheering up he has been figuring out means of utilizing the musical talent at his disposal. He finally called several of the men together and the band plan was decided upon.
 He met with just one serious problem, that of raising funds with which to purchase music and few incidentals. Inasmuch as there is no Mutual Aid money available for anything of this sort this ob- stacle had to be removed before the band could be formed. The problem was not long in solution. He made known his plans to May or Hayes, who informed him that while the city has no funds avail able for anything of the kind he would gladly dig down into his own pocket and furnish the nec- essary funds to permit the band
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

the same name, Robbers Roost" is easily one of O'Brien's best vehicles to date.
 Added attractions coming next week, in addition to the Strands regular picture program, include Strand Auction Bazar Night on Wednesday. The first of a new series of weekly novelties and diff ferent from anything ever seen in Waterbury before. The auctioneer buys from the audience! What? How? Be there Wednesday night and see for yourself.
 On Friday night the Strand will offer St Margaret's Fraternity revue with a cast of more than 40 entertainers. There will be ad- vance in prices and a full and complete screen show will be pre- sented as usual.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Band Organized Among Unemployed
 Local Musicians
Will Give Weekly Concerts at Library Park-Mayor Hayes Offers to Defray Expense of Obtaining Music-White Uniforms Planned = Rehearsals Start Soon

leader to start his baton swinging the drums beating, the cymbals clashing, etc.
 MT Harris himself has other plans for securing a not too ex- pensive uniform for his musicians. This will perhaps consist of white shirt, white trousers and a white hat, which will bear the in- signia of the unemployed.
 The band, according to MT Har- ris, will consist of approximately 25 pieces and possibly more. Re- hearsals will be held in the Ar mory starting early next week and inasmuch as the band members are trained musicians it is esti- mated that they will be ready to give concert within two weeks.
 The announcement that an "Un- employed Band" was to be organ ized has struck popular chord" throughout the city. It is being freely predicted that the band will furnish not only enjoyment and recreation for the unemployed but for thousands of other Water burians as we'll Old timers were telling today of the days when the bandStand stood on the city's Green" and the weekly band concerts were the big events of the summer months. Concerts held in recent years at Library park and Hamilton park were also tre- mendously popular and drew thousands of people out for a nights enjoyment.
 Charles J. Allen, director of the Mutual Aids drive for funds, which is now underway, wass much delighted when he heard of the new band. Quoting his old friend "Schnozzle" Durante he said, Strike Me Pink if I don't think it's great idea I wish the band was tuned up now so that we could use it to whip up some pep and ginger that is needed to complete our drive.'
 In the meantime everybody is waiting for the official order Strike Up the Band"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Newly Formed
 Canadian Society

Organization of the newly form ed Association Canado-Americaine has been affected. At meeting in Franco American hall officers were elected. Arthur Vivier, general or ganizer of the national organiza- .tion, conducted the session. There are 256 lodges in the country. The membership in the local lodge is 81. The officers are: Honorary president, Mrs Clara O'Brien; pres ident. Joseph E. Lemieux; vice. president, George Perrault; secre- tary-treasurer, Mrs Josephine AL bert; deputy. Arthur Albert; 1st guard, Miss Helena Massicotte; 2d guard, Nestor Limoges; 1st sen- tinel, Eugene Dupont; 2d sentinel, Arthur Cote; trustees. Arthur Cro- chetiere, Alfred Guerrett, Mrs P. vadhais, assistant secretary, Rene Albert; lodge doctor, Dr l.. J.. Thibault.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

hilarious, especially when Robin son brings on his Chicago mob to help him get back his money.
 An unusually strong cast SUD- porting Robinson, includes Mary Astor as his leading lady, Helen Vincent in the role of the adven- tursome vamp, Kenneth Thomson, Shirley Grey, Russell Hopton, Don aid Dillaway and Berton Churchill.
 An excellent surrounding pro- gram accompanies the feature pre- sentation and includes Eddie Can- tor in "The Midnight Floric", Clark and Mccullough in "The Druggists Dilemma. a cartoon "Coo-coo The Magician and latest sound news events.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

A saucy and clever light come. dienne is ,Genevieve Tobin, who made a hit in "One Hour with You" got a long-term con- tract. Soon will be seen in "Pleasure Cruise" Miss Tobin is we'll known on London and New York stages.
 East Indies by her husband, the Marquis de la Falaise.
 Elissa Landi wears ring, which, has been in her family for sev-e era1 generations, that is more than 2,00O years old. It was dug up by a German archeologist from the ruins of Troy.
 Nils Asther has given up cy- cling because it has become too common a pastime. He now gets his exercise afoot.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Hope Chest Placed
 On Exhibition

The hope chest to be disposed of May 22 by the Children of Mary of St Francis Xavier parish was placed on exhibition last night in the show window of Dunphy's drug store, corner of Baldwin and Washington streets and attracted much attention. It contains a va riety of valuable articles.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
The Turner Exhibition
 In Meriden Last Night

Men and women gymnasts of this city participated last night in an exhibition in Meriden. Four visit ing gymnastic teams were present at the affair. which was sponsored by the Turner societies. Special numbers were provided by Flor ence Engle and Fritz Klambt of this city. The work of the Spring field and Waterbury teams brought forth much admiration.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19

Leading a life of thrill produc- ing in his western screen dramas, has not in any way changed Jack Hoxie from the plain spoken big good-natured western boy that he really is. Everyone that comes in contact personally with the famous star next Wednesday when he comes here with Downie Bros Cir GUS for their matinee and night performances on the Brass com- pany park will agree.
 Jack stands over six feet in height and weighs well over 200 pounds, size which has stood him in good stead in his hectic screen battles, (which are often real slug fests). He spends his spare mo- ments in the big back yard of the circus with his pals Scout and
The Waterbury Democrat., 1933-05-19
Clan McAlpine To
 Enter Competition

Clan McAlpine, Order of Scottish Clans made arrangements to attend the degree team competition at Bridgeport on the 27th at its reg ular meeting in Columbus hall. The lodge will hire a bus to go to the Bridgeport gathering at which teams from all over the state will be present.