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Show TIIU OGDEN POST THEATRE-GRAM- Stage Screen Brilliant Cast In New Bartlielmess Film Barlhelmeiig, star of The Amateur Gentlvnien, an Inspiration picture coming to the Orphoum theatre next Sunday, boasts an unusually fine cast in nil newest starring Ric-har- vehicle. Dorothy Dunbar, his leading lady, is a newcomer to the screen, but is hailed as a "find." She enacts the role of Lady Cleone in the film version of Jeffery Farnolx romance of the Regency ncriod. J., Edwards Davis plays the role of John llarty, ex champion pugilist of England, and father of (the Kartltelmesa role). Gardner James, who created such a distinct sensation in "Ilell Dent Fer Heaven," has what is considered one of the most important supporting roles in "The Amateur Gentleman," that of Ronald Barrymaine, the dissolute brother of Lady Cleone, Sidney de Gray is the lovablo Captain Chumley, while Nigel Barrie scowls with gusto in the role of the villain. John Miljan, heretofore a screen villain himself, turns about and plays the very sympathetic role of Viscount Devenham, who stands by Barnabas throughout his trials in London society. Brandon Hurst, famed as the Caliph in "Tha Thief of Bagdad," acts to Barnabas, a as the poacher-vale- t role replete with humor. Herbert Grimwood, whose char, acterixation of Savonarola, the martyr saint of Florence in "Romola," which was also produced by Inspiration, created world-wid- e acclaim, portrays the role of Jasper Gaunt. Billie Bennett acts the part of the Duchess of Camberhurst, who champions the suit of Barnabas for the hand of her niece. Lady Cleone. Gino Corrado plays the Prince Regent, while John S.. Peters enacts Captain Slingsby. "The Amateur Gentleman was directed by Sidney Olcott and photographed by David W. Cobbctt. It is released through First National. -- liar-nab- as Little Eva Was There All the Time "I sm Virginia Gray. My mother is the Universal City librarian." "Then 1 knew your father, too, said Hurry Pollard. "You come with me. I want to make a test of you." And so it hapencd that when the "Unde Toms Cabin" company embarked on location on the Mississippi river, where they are now working, Uie vexatious role in the entire cast, that of Lillie Eva, was filled to the entire satisfaction of everybody. Little Virginia is developing a natural technique which, if not as blonde as Hople might expect, is just as genuine, and just as compelling as the most g of little Evas, who ever went up to Heaven to the prayers of Uncle Tom and the "a little soft music, professor" of the local heart-meltin- Lcatrice Joy Charming in The Clinging Vine As the head of a big paint concern she knew all about paint except the Lind the flappers use. But when she learned the rest of the paint business, she wus so astoundingly attractive she had the me: flocking. Such, in brief, is the story of "The Clinging Vine, s delightful comedy-romanin which Lcatrice Joy is the star and which comes to Egyptian theatre next Sunday, Mondsy and ce Tuesday. In her characterization as an effeminate "frump, Miss Joy is as unappealing as she is fascinating after Meet Captain Blood at she learns the true value of paint, as Lighthouse Saturday. used by the modern girl. Tom Moore is featured as leading man opposite Miss Joy, while Robert Edeson has the featured role of a paint manufacturer, the rich employer of the heroine. Miss Joy has the stellar role of Antoinette Allen, and in her Si capacity of secretary, she is decidedly mannish. She fires Jimmy Bancroft, played by Mr. Moore, for inefficiency and this provokes a series of enterBundles taining incidents, all of them filled with rich comedy. Safe The supporting cast includes Toby Claudo, Dell Henderson and Snitz Edwards. The picture was finely directed by Fsul Slosne, and the story is based on Zelda Sears celebrated Broadway success which was shown all over the country in 1923-2- Next Sunday, Monday and Tuesday Dont Miss This Delightful Comedy-Dram- a. A Cecil B. DeMille Production featuring one of the most popular stars of the screen. Taken from the famous stage success. No Raise In Prices the SAFETY FIRST Your Are When 4 4. Like the inveterate miner whose children were using gold nuggets as agates in his own backyard, Harry Pollard has searched all over the United States for a gem which was blooming all unrecognised right under his nose at Universal City. From Los Angeles to New York the director of "Uncle Toms Cabin searched high and low for a satisfactory little Eva. Wherever the company went on location galaxies of golden haired girls were ushered to him by fond mammas. While inthehospitalat Plattsburgh and in New York City scarcely a day passed without ten or fifteen prospective Little Evas knocking at the door. Most of them ranged in age from five to ten years, but almost every actress in the legitimate and motion picture business who scaled under five feet, thought she was a legitimate candidate to play Little Eva and most of them had played little Eva in the stage version of "Uncle Toms Cabin. But for some reason or other none of these Little Evas rang the bell with Harry Pollard. There was always something which mado him hesitate. And finally the time arrived for interjecting Little Eva into the scenes where she plays so important a part; and still there was no Little Eva. A hurry call to all the Los Angeles agencies Drought five hundred more Little Evas, and in sorrow they were ushered disconsolately out of the reception room one after the other. In desperation, Pollard picked the wrong Little Eva. He knew she was wrong, but he couldnt help himself. He had to have a Little Eva. That night as he was leaving Universal City he almost tripped over the real Little Eva. The reason he had not recognized her before was that instead of having blonde curls, she had dark brown hair. In amazement Pollard looked at her, as she apologized for being in his way. Where have you been, child, all this time, and who are you? tion, we would say, that it is chiefly because of tha faci that the mothers household duties very often prevent. end Then, too, the customs change ones dances few except public very are perpetuated. Older folks find little pleasure in attending dances where the younger set with its now steps, predominates. After all, there is little more beautiful than the old time dances in which the grandmothers of today participated. This wss evidenced last Thursday night at the Berthana, when Ren Ford conducted a special orchestra featuring the productions of from thirty to and forty years ago. The mothers grandmothers of the young folks of today danced as they did in the days of their youth. They had not forgotten the grace they acquired in the days of yore and presented a most impressive sight. The old folks, by attending the old time dances, will be able to effect the perpetuation throughout the winter of the dances which are held every Thursday night at the Berthana. Mr. Henry Ford revived the old time dances, and they promise to become popular all over the United States. Having accepted an invitation to the affair last Thursday night, The Post jiaid a visit to the Berthana and wishes to heartily endorse the movement, congratulating the management of the dance hall on ita undertaking. Amusements S Lone Wolf Returns Coming to Egyptian The thrilling mystery melodrama, "The Ione Wolf Returns, showing at the Egyptian next Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, is one of the best adventure attractions that has come to the screen for some time. Bert Lytell, who created the role of the "Lone Wolf on the screen some years ago, is the star. He gives a wonderful performance. Billie Dove plays the feminine lead charmingly, iving a really talented performance n a role that runs the gamut of emotions and allows of the wearing of particularly classy clothes. The story, which is an adaptation by Columbia pictures of the fifth and last of the famous Ixmia Joseph Vance "Lone Wolf adventure tales, treats of the escapades and regeneration of Michael Lanyard, International character of the nether world, and connoisseur of miladys jewels. The supporting cast consists of Gwen Lee, Alphonz Ethier, Gustav von Seyffertitz and Freeman Wood. Your Car Is Parked at Mack Robinson COLONIAL Saturday NOW PLAYING "Bigger Than Barnums The greatest Circus Picture ever made, featuring Viola Dana, Ralph Lewis, George OHara, Ralph Ince and a big cast. Added Features: A Brand New Comedy Scream He Done Ilis Best Gene Tunney in The Fighting Marine Gene Halliday at the console of the Big Wurlitzer. NO RAISE IN PRICES Where You Always See a Good Show" IULUVAN PAUL SLOAN E, BY MILL! PICTURES CORPORATION Aa amateur gentleman he called him! And sneered when he said.it. But Barnabas showed him! Showed him in a way that made him cheer made him forget that his own son had to thrash him before hed admit the boy wasn't an amateur gentleman but a perfect gentleman and a real man! ALCOHOL Dancing Conducive to Good Health eGYPcmn SIAM When a Boys Own Father Blocks the Way 2441 Kiesel THEATRE mumy peeRYS nmm DIRECTED tMoucu v OK Garage Excellent portrayals of their respective roles are given by these popular players. The continuity written by J. Grubb Alexander is interesting. Nearly every race of people for ages past has found good health as well as great pleasure in the art of dancing. Every clan has had its particular mode of dance expression. Those who love dancing also love music for the two go hand in hand. But why do people on reaching the middle age of their Uvea lose interest in dancing? In answer to this ques- - FfcOM TNI HUV.tV lljlDA UPIRVIXID IV ji,.OARDNIZ TWISTED TRIGGERS" Featuring Wally Wales. A YANKEE DOODLE DUKE" A Mack Sennett Comedy featuring Ralph Graves. Sunday and Monday MARE NOSTRU3I" Featuring Alice Terry and Antonio Moreno. NOTHING MATTERS" An Educational Comedy. Tuesday and Wednesday THE SPEED CHAMPION" With Billie Sullivan. Youll never know how great Dick can be until you see . him in this Great Drama! ALS HOOT MON" Is the Educational Comedy, featuring Bobby Vernon. Thursday and Friday THE PASSIONATE QUEST" With May McAvoy, Willard Louis and Louise Fazenda. SHOULD HUSBANDS PAY 7" Pathe Comedy. 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