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About The Oregon statesman. (Salem, Or.) 1916-1980 | View Entire Issue (July 29, 1927)
PG U 13 HTS OF THD " F.lsinore Theater Richard Dix dngj down deep In his pocket and brought up a win ner when ' he decided -to make "Man power " opening today at the Elsinore theater. It la by all odds one-of the best pictures, he baa ever appeared in. Directed by -the man who ha made some of Bebe Daniels' finest pictures. Clarence Badger, adapted by , Sam Mint and Ray Harris from a Byron Morgan story, scen. arized by Louise Long. photo graphed by Ed Cronjager and en acted by a rast ; which includes Mary - Brian ; and I Philip Strange, "Man Power" shapes up as tip-top entertainment for men. "women and children. . v v It Is clean, fast, likable melo drama and you'll enjoy all ef Daredevil Dfx exploits. You'll cheer as Richard gets his broken down auto tractor to move and youll fall in the sloughof despair as It fails him at a crucial mo ment. Youll laugh when Dixvan- autahes his ? villainous, rival for Miss Brian's hand and shouts of encouragement will come.- again and again as Dix finally gets his iold machine to start up a nerilous. (rain-soaked hill in order to reach Ian ; over-flowing dam In time, to fsavo the valley town below. Here (are thrills lots of them! i "Man Power" has lots of that certain something -which has al jways been " assoc!ated with pix Idramas-speed! It's. full of x-xig 'and verve at each turn of the pro jection machine. Yes., without a doubt "Man Power" is, well worth l On the extra list as added num STARTING ODAY .2 Days Only Oil, MAN! The picture for you and your family . . . , Whether yon're- six. sixteen ' or sixty, you'll enjoy every ' minute of this show. STAR POWER STORY POWER ENTERTAINMENT . . . . .. POWER lllear the roar IXl'0'ltk,l-. i ? ia mm : i ','ti.i Vrt, 3 A smashing, crashing drama in which' one man saves a valley town by driving an auto tract or into the breach caused by a crumbling dam! : Thrills and action galore in Richard Dix's 1 a t e s t and greatest MAN PO.WJ3R! , . . ADDED "Big Boyw Yoa Know Him That Baby with the big shoes," derby hat and diap ersin his latest comedy. nnrcK sckxic xkws v WEEKLY HERE'S BIG NEWS - You can see a complete program of this show STARTING IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE BAND CONCERT , TONIGHT! u bers on the Elsinore bill today, in that cute star; Big Boyin his lat est comedy, "Atta Baby. together with a beautiful Bruce scenic and news weekly, 'f. ..-.::'. & &Aip' Another feature in connection with this program, is the tact-that our schedule will he so arranged to give pa trons ' ot , the . Klsinore an opportunity to 'see this com plete program which will start im mediately after the band concert this evening, and It is anticipated that many will take advantage of this new innovation ! '.' Oregon Theater Olive Borden, starring In Fox film version of "The Country Beyond. due on the-,sidver sheet of the Oregon theater tomorrow ; wears some of the most pictur esque costumes seen in pictures this season. These she displays In a stage sequence of the drama when Valencia, the girl of the north woods becomes, the sensa tion of the hour as premiere danc er of a fashionable musical show, on New York's broadway. An all star cast, headed by J. Farrell MacDonald. supports the star in thi Irving Cummings production, which is the screen version of James Oliver Curwood's great novel of the same name. Ivocal theater patrons who have read Curwood's masterpiece know there is a ereat treat in store for the photo-drama fans of Salem when, this picture is flashed on the screen tomorrow. , Irene Rich-in "The Climbers," a glittering melodrama of the loves and -hates of Spanish hearts will be shown for the last times today, together w'th a two-part comedy. Pathe Review and wewa weekly. Capitol Tlneater New York is said to be the only real siren. New York calls and brings men and women from the highways and the byways. .Tanner spd Palmer 'have contrived a bright little " comedy from this idea. It Is named "New York is Calling Me," and is an incident of the Rroadwayito away from the beaten path who. like the man lost In the woods, goes around in a circle. Tanner and Palmer not only make "New York is Calling Me", a melodious call but a humor ous act. Al Tyler is almost as rare as the poet's day in June, being an unusual monologist. He comes out, sprawls full, length on the -stage and proceeds to discuss the '"Flies of the dav. He converses fluently and fonl'sbly on almost "very snbtect. His knowledge of his subject is frequently nil. This is the canse of the fun. Few peo ple understand the other .fellow's game and of course the other fel low is the layman. Consequently 41 Tvler calls, himself "The Lay man." " A public long accustomed to witnessing the impossible, never theless cannot heln wondering at the skill and daring of the Angel Brothers. Th's team of foreign equilibrists present what -is gen- LAST TIMES TODAY A dark, glittering melo drama of the loves and hates of .Spanish hearts. IRENE RICH And Big Cast In it The Climbers" STARTING . TOMORROW Nifture's wild beauty and Broadway's glare in a Ro mance of strongly contrast ring scenes f intense inter est. With bewitching Olive .Borden, in James Oliver Cur-" fwbod'a greatest novel "The Country Beyond' i You'll Cheer This Picture V ALBURTUS The Miracle Man in Pejrson 'Starting Sunday ANTIGIPATION!- A Guaranteed -Attraction Fahchon arid; Marco's Idea TASSELS" - Beautiful Girls Gorgeous Costumes - Living ' Tasselj Glittering Spectacle of Dance The Most Sensational Ensemble Ever Shown , i ' , Every Number a Thrill 1 Hf SONGS DANCES HUMOR EVERYTHING ' :.". ! All Starting Sunday ' ' At the .".ELSiWOSE - ,'. The Coolest Spor in Town.1- - erally considered to be the very final word in balancing. Their skill Is so great and their balance la not only maintained but an ex ceptional gymnastic performance offered as well. The Angel Urot ti ers have Just concluded -n long tour m Europe ana tney are to u seen here forlthe first time. it has remained for Mildred and Lucille, Wiseman to add to vaude ville a musical offering that con tains a distinctive, and pleasing appeal. And they do hot fall short of their ability.-for a delightful repertoire of Spanish and popular tunes bespeaks of talent. wen veloped. Miss Mildred Wiemajn is considered-one of the finest violinists in America, a s tat emeu i that is corroborated by the fact that she won first honors at the National American Music Festival In 1924 And the following year was chosen as the leading soloist at the festival. Miss Wiseman possesses all of the technique of a master violinist; her playing con tains the warmth of soul and deep expression. Lucille Wiseman is the possessor of an extremely flexible soprano voice of rich tonal quality and wide range, and she .renders her selections with true feeling and expression. Both young ladies have the advantage of appearance which they add val ueably to an act that is a decided asset to vaudeville. A miniature, musical comedy In which songs, dances and' comedy are dispensed by talented members will be seen here with Carl Arm strong and company. The plot hinges on a pair of silk stockings found on the persons of their hus bands by two wives. Special song numbers, exclusive "comedy chatter, which Is really humorous, and several dances ar included. The six people matting up the cast are from the larger musical comedies. ' ' 'v -1 On the screen the Capitol w'U otfer Marion: Da vies, tn iierrlatest comedy role in "The Red, Mill." ; TO PLAV BAXI) COXCERT TONIGHT FKATI RES "SKMKKAMIOE" "Till the Sands of the Desert fjrow Cold," has been selected by Oscar Cingrich as one of the num bers he will sing at the band con cert tonight in Willson park. His second number will be "Tonight You. Belong to Me." "Semeramide", a popular Ros sini overture will be a featured number by the Cherrian band un der direction of Oscar Steelham mer. The complete program Includes: "Old English" march ..Chambers Selection from the comic opera "Mille. Modiste" Herbert (a) Uncle Tom's Cabin, "A Dream Picture of the Old South".. Lampe (b) Indian intermezzo "Aisna" Lindsay Popular numbers. Overture "Semeramide" . .Rossini Vocal solo . by Oscar B. Gingrich (a) "Till the Sands of the Desert Grow Cold". (b) "Tonight You Belong to Me" Serenade "A Passing Fancy". . Jewell "The Bridal Rose" overture ... Lavallee "Sarasota March" King Star Spangled Banner. HERE'S BIG NEWS Immediately after the band concert tonight you can drop in at the Elsi nore and see ourjcomplete program. It's the Coolest Spot ' ' in Town 2005 N. Capitol SU, Phone S20 : TONIGHT 7 and 9 p. m. Rod LaRocqae is THE COMING OF AMOS ALWAYS THE SAME . Adults S."Sc Children 10c CHEnR ANS Hwaffi O. A. C. Clubs of Salem and Silverton Picnic on Wednesday The O A. C. club of Salem and Silverton held a joint1 picnic in the Silverton city park on Wednesday evening. Swimming, a picnic sup per, and dancing in an open air pavilion were the features of the evening. The committee in charge of the supper included Mrs. Mark McCal Hster, Mrs. David Wright, Mrs. William Merriott. - Mrs. O. P. Chambers, Mrs. L. M. Flagg, and Mrs. Jensen. - - The next meeting of the Salem club, August 25, will also be held in the Silverton park. Dinnkr Guests at Lockwood Home Miss Marian Deegan of Port land and Captain Rustad of the McCormlck steamship "Newport," motored to Salem and were the dinner guests on Wednesday of Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Lockwood. C. A. Lockwood, radio operator of the "Newport" is the guest of bis parents in Salem for a short time. Guests of Parents in Salem Mr. and Mrs. William Labahn (Ida Hoffman) are the guests of Mrs. Labahn's parents in Salem. Mr. and Mrs. Labahn, who were married on June 30 in .Orange, California, will make their home in that city. " - ;v f Will Remain at Bedch Until First of September Mr. and Mrs. Lester Ban, their daughter, Sally Ann Barr, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Page, and Richard Max Page have gone to Neskowin where they will remain until the first of September. Guest in Portland for the Week Miss Florence Young is in Port land for the week as the guest of Miss Margaret McDanlel. Return from Fortnight's Vacation in Southern Oregon Mrs. George A. White and her two daughters Henrietta and Dor othy White, returned on Saturday from a two weeks' vacation spent in the summer home on the Ump qua river. Spend Week-end at Neskowin Mr. and Mrs. Al Krause and their son, Johnny "Krause, spent the past week-end at Neskowin. La Mere Club Has Picnic at Haker's Grove The members of the La Mere club enjoyed a no-host picnic lun cheon at Hager's Grove dhe day recently. Swimming was the .di version of the late afternoon. Those present were Mrs. Earl Gregg. Mrs. Clifton .Mudd, Mrs. Frank Strubel. Mrs. Theo. Roth, Mrs. W. J. Nelson, Mrs. Harry White, Mrs. G. R. Mudd of On tario, Ore., Mrs. K. H. Pickens, and Mrs. J. L. McClintock of St. Helens, Ore. Memorial Services of W.R. C. Postponed The Memorial services for those members of the Woman's Relief Corps who have died some- itrce during the past year which that organization had planned to hold on Saturday have been in- dc.initely postponed. GOOD NEWS FOLKS! X. jr TODAY Presents TODAY CARL ARMSTRONG & CO. Musical Comedy Co.- in -"Cuddling Time" Instru mental Comedy Skit WISEMAN TANNER & Unrivaled ' ANGEL Comedian AL TAYLOR On the Beautiful flGSC Marion lfar Davles in her latest and greatest ' comedy . roles See this . great JhQ Bhow . Film Comedy No Raise In Price ' J' V rtf -tr roi v Matinee 2'p. m.zEve. 7-9 p. m. 3. v. Mrs. Munger Returns to Chita go Mrs. Joyce Crawford-Munger, who has b-en a guest of her sis ter, Mrs. Wayne Henry, and her brother, Frank Crawford, for the past three weeks has returned to her home in Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Return from Trip to Beaches Mr. and Mrs. Henry Lee and their daughter. Patsy Lee, have returned after spending ' two week's at the Tillamook beaches. Presbyterian Sunday School Picnic This Afternoon The annual picnic at the Pres byterian Sunday school will be held this afternoon, beginning at 2 o'clock, at the Fairgrounds. Return from Ten Day Vacation Trip to Eastern Oregon Mrs. Ada Miller and Mrs. E. C. Miller have returned recently from a ten day vacation tsip to eastern Oregon. They returned by way of the ML Hood Loop highway, stopping for a short time at Cloud Cap Inn. Spending Ten Days at Newport v Mrs: W." A. Liston and her daughter, MisS. Ethel Liston are spending ten days at Newport. Musical Pro aram Wilt Be Given at Zena Church on Saturday Evening The members of the Spring Val ley Missionary society will sponsor a musical program to be given at the Zena church on Saturday eve ning at 8 o'clock. - Members of the-' committee in charge are Mrs. Worth Henry, Mrs. Fred Purvine, and Mrs. Clar ence Merrick. Portland Club Will Sponsor Second Annual O. A. C. ' Picnic The second annual O. A. C. pic nic sponsored by the Portland O. A, C. club will be held Satur day, August 13 at The Oaks, Port land. Plans are under way for taking care of several thousand persons including former stu dents, present students, and pros pective students, as well as friends from Portland and the Willamette Valley. The picnic will begin officially at two o'clock, aid will continue until 11:30 in the evening. A basket dinner will be served at 6:30; and a rally will be held at 7:30 and dancing an hour later. i The following from Salem are members of general committees: Agriculturists: Knight Pearcy; automotives: Claude C. Baynard; engineers: Percy Cupper. Guest at Steeves Home Dr. and Mrs. B. L. Steeves have as their house guests, Mrs. P. W. Morse, her two daughters, Jose phine and Sarah Caroline, Mrs. E. R. Morse of Kansas City, and Miss Helen Steeves of Calgary, Alberta. Miss Steeves is a daughter, of the late C. W. Steeves of Salem. SISTERS Singing PALMER Comedy Skit BROS. Balancers Comedian Screen I2ZT$l3S Folks This is one of the biggest r comblna-,;. 9 tion ' shows ever been presented. "In Salem ter along! I fir" - ra' V roVorf-tf -o Social Calendar I r .-Today , West Side Circle. Ladles Aid. Jason Lee, rIce cram social.. 7; 30 o'clock, i f'ii ;-"':vt ; Hayrack picnic 'of .Rainbow Girls. Clemeji'a " Park. . 2:30 o'clock. - ?-?r.yv Englewood Circle. Mrs. Ethan Collier, 1265 N. 19th street. 2:30 o'clock Presbyterian Sunday school pic nic! Fairgrounds, 2 o'clock. Sunday Concluding concert of season by choir of Knight Memorial church. 8 o'clock, " . Return to Home in Montana Mrs. M. ?. Joiner and her grand daughter Virginia Conway, . have returned to theif home in Billings, Montana, after spending the past two weeks as the guests of Mrs H. ; B. Seagrove. Rarham Family Reunion -oh Wednesday Evening at Hager's Grove . i A reunion of the members of the : Barham family was held on Wednesday evening at Hager's Grove. The early part of the eve ning was devoted to .swimming with a picnic dinner, served later, Those attending the reunion were Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Barham, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Barham and children, Mr. and Mrs. Webster Barham, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barham and hlldrln, Mr. and Mrs, Earl Barham and their child ren; Charles - Barham, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Barham and children, Elwyn Barham, Gilbert Hoppe, Ruth Robertson. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bennett and children, Mr and Mrs. Clarence Brown and children, Mr. and Mrs. Bert Brown of Dallas. Mr. and Mrs. Diamond of Minnesota. Miss Miller Spending Vacation at Astoria Miss Bertha Miner has gone to Astoria where she will remain for a fortnight, t; Dr. Canse Attending Oregon Conference at Cottage Grove Dr. John Martin Canse of the Kimball School of Theology is at tending the Oregon conference at Cottage Grove. Return to Salem After Spending Month in California Dr. and Mrs. George H. Alden and Mrs. Alden's mother, Mrs. Ar ietta Page, returned on Wednes day evening after having spent the month in Los' Angeles, as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Abel. Mrs. Abel was formerly Margaret Alden. Dinner Given in Portland Honors Officers of Is. and and i. W. Clubs That "defeat and disappoint ment are tests of oar mettle and do something to us that brings out the best in human nature" wt3 carried home to members of the Business and Professional Wom en's club Monday evening at its dinner in Hotel Congress, Port land, planned to honor Its nation al -officer. Miss Emma Dot Part ridge of New York, executive sec retary of the national federation. Miss Partridge is en route from HAVE YOU TUB O I if T1 2ND FLOOR SPECIALS Rag Rugs J ust received a special purchase of rag rugs, size 24x36 that sell regularly at fl.50. Blue, rose, green with fancy borders, fringed ends. 1 ' - ; Three Piece Baking: Sets" 25c Set Direct importation of Japanese decor ated glazed ware In three pieces indi vidual baking sets- Practical as well as .artistic: Saves much time In .serving. (Second Floor Gift Shop). . - ' Aurora Cone Dem onstration irv'e r y day. Main floor near elerator.' the national convention held last week in Oakland. Cal. , ? Mrs.f. Rose i Weinberg played pi ano numbers, also accompanied Miss Margaret Anne in vocal solos. Miss Dorothy Povjer Introduced the vice president, Miss Vivian Cooley, who gave an informal talk. Miss R. Lilcox of the New- York club also brought greetings.? Miss Lena Madesin Phillips, na tional , president, was expected to come to Portland, but was tired but and is remaining in the South for a rest.. She will then proceed to the Canadian-Rockies. . Guest, in Salem from Amity , ' Mrs. C. DeYong .of Amity has been a guest in Salem for several daya recently. Go to Ne wport for Vacation Mrs. J. J. Nunn and her daugh ter. Miss Margaret Nunn. are leav ing today for Newport where tbey will remain J for the next two weeks. -"A - ' ' THRESHING SEASON 11EGIXS FRUITLAND, July 28. (Spe cial) The threshing season has begun in the vicinity of Frultland. Mr. Wozewoda announced that he has selected his crew for the sea son. " " ' :: ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED FRUITLAND, July 28. (Spe cial) The engagement of Henry The Fall Silhouette Stresses Formality With a Feminine Air 'For the past few seasons Fashion has been on the verge of doing something radically differ ent. This fall sees the turning point. The little youthful?rock has given place to a more ele gant; feminine and refined line. The silhouette might be likened to a triangle, with fullness centered below the waistline, composed of such details as : FLARES ON A DIAGONAL LINE SHALLOW. ROUND NECKLINES ' THE SNUG HIPLINE ( SIDE DRAPES) UNEVEN HEMLINES HIGHER WAISTLINE The first details of a new season are looked for ward to as eagerly as the appearance of a new novel by one's favorite author. Already these first new modes can be seen at Wilson's. VVikoh'a Fashion Shop Style and Quality Without Extravagance State Street Next Door East h Below High NOTICED HOW COOL IT IS 7 zx siltuies for ToinnioinrowX SILK PRICES REDUCED These tub silks fashion exquisite sum mer frocks and the delicate colors of or chid, peach," "pink, blue,'! yellow and sea green stripes upon a light back ground lend dash and verve to warm v weather dresses. . ! $1.98 Tub Silks' no iv $ 1 .69 yard - . , - - i . $2.50 Tub Silks now $2. 1 9 yard $2.75 Tub Silks now $2.29 yard -' i . . (Main Floor Silk Section) . . BASEMENT SPECIALS , t . New Cretonnes 19c Yard Here's a big sale of regular 29c cre ' .tonnes at 19e yard.- Stripes and floral : designs. For home decoration, house aprons, smocks, beach coats, etc. See them today. (Basement). - Four Piece Curtain Sets $i:48Set r -Four piece ruffled curtain sets, 4U ,j yard lengths. .Plain and colored edges, .'Jneies f Values to $2.98. . New! Autumn Coats New -York express I brings -new fall 'cuats. fine tweeds, fur collars. A spe cialty at $14.95. ' (Basement).. Salem'a Leadins Department Store Girod to Miss Jnanlta Hockett has been announced. . X)rsa Fagg has had a well due and has pnt np a gas engine. - .riaum.iu uwu auu fiaie Code enjoyed a trip to Independence last Sunday. . Rev. Lindseth to Preach V ; Farewell Sermon Sunday SILVERTON. Ore.. July 28 ( Special. )-:The Rev. S. J. Lind seth will preach his farewell ser mon at Immanuel church Sunday morning. Services' at Trinity church have been postponed ho that members can be present t the farewell services of the RhV. Mr. Lindseth. . . The Rev. Mr, andf , Mrs. Lind seth . have been at Silverton f..r five years. ; They will leave short ly for Minnesota to visit relative and frienq. ' MAKE FINE CATCH FRUITLAND, July 2R. (Spe cial) Messrs. Ed!. HInton. Ed. Forgard, Harvey Evans. John Kummj Donald Moore. Bud For gard, Guy Fagg. L. W. Girod and L. D. Girod spent an enjoyable week. end on a fishing trip hear the coaBt. They reported that the fish bit exceptionally well, also that there was never a lack in the abundance of fish for table uso. L ri Oregon Theater p 3k- AT MILLER'S A eool. pleasant shopping place, rest room, phone, writ ing desk, etc r Tlsa rinilest Spot Jn Town