oc-plain-dealer 1924-12-13

UNITED THEATRE 306 LAST CENTER STREET ONLY — SUNDAY — ONLY The Earle Wallace Players Present "MERELY MARY ANN" A ROMANTIC COMEDY IN 4 ACTS BIG SPLENDID CAST UNDER THE DIRECTION OF Oliver Eckhardt MATINEE—2 p.m. NIGHT — 7:30 p.m. PRICES: ADULTS 50c; KIDDIES 25c. MONDAY AND TUESDAY The Rose of Paris Starring MARY PHILBIN Starring MARY PHILBIN THE STORY OF A LITTLE ROSE TRANSPLANTED TO THE VERY HEART OF THE DEVIL'S GARDEN! She'll Steal Your Heart Away! SPECIAL ADDED FEATURE "BABY PEGGY" IN HER LATEST COMEDY "The FLOWER GIRL" To-night "The LURE OF THE YUKON" "Wolves of the North" Comedy News "ROSE OF PARIS" COMES TO UNITED Winsome Mary Philbin is coming to town in a new starring vehicle, her third since she gained fame by reason of her work in "Merry-Go-Round" which was the picture that put her on the starring list. The picture in which Miss Philbin will be seen is "The Rose of Paris," and will be shown at the United Theater Monday and Tuesday. Irving Cummings, who directed Miss Philbin in "Fools Highway," surrounded the star with one of the most capable casts assembled in a long time for work before a camera. "The Rose of Paris," was adapted from the story Mitsi by Delly, the pen name of a sister and brother who have taken France by storm with a number of novels in the writing of which they have collaborated. It is the story of an orphaned girl whose widowed mother died leaving her to the only friend she had after being disowned because of her marriage. Then the death of the child's grandfather leads to a search for the daughter and discloses the existence of the granddaughter, who immediately becomes the pawn in a game of strategy played by the woman cafe owner and the partner and potential heir of the girl's grandfather. Miss Philbin, who has smiled so wistfully, or brought tears of sympathy as the case may have been in her other vehicles, is a different Mary Philbin, who lived the part of Mitsi. She does some perfect work, that has placed her WALLACE PLAYERS SEEN HERE SUNDAY To show the versatility of his players who have already won themselves into the hearts of Anheim theatergoers, as copied by Earl Wallace will on Sunday offer the same cast in the wholesome and lovable comedy drama, "Mercy Mary Ann" which is an adorable and entertaining mixture of comedy and pathos, beautifully mounted in picturesque stage settings with an exceptionally strong cast of 12 people. The locale of the play is in England and the characters are all very carefully drawn Miss Ruth Hill who is winning many friends and followers for her admirable portrayal of leading roles will be loved as the much abused kitchen slavey, Mary Ann, a part that fords Miss Hill unusual opportunity. Handsome Leon Roget, always a favorite (especially with the ladies) has again been cast in the leading role, and of course rescues poor little Mary Ann from her servitude, and she blossoms forth as a beautiful lady. Others in the cast include Oliver Eckhardt, Virginia True Boardman, Louis Fitzroy, Ruth Stuart, Parris Gatlin, William H. Bloom, Marguerite Cloud and Jack Glendower. There will be two performances at 2 and 7 p.m. Prices Children 25 cents and adults 50 cents. FULLERTON BRIEF F. O. Foss, secretary of the national industrial commission during the administration of Wilson, Pres. Harding and Coolidge. According to Dr. Lee Rice, Antonio specialist, Gompers' action became weaker and worse, failing to respond to emergency treatment. Three sicfans, Drs. Rice, Hansen Russ, who took over the case day night from Dr. W. F. O'Reil, city of Mexico physician made the trip north, were able bedside during the night. The last official bulletin was set at 10 o'clock last night gave Gompers' condition and changed extremely gravely. Nurse, this is the end—bless our American institute May they grow better," was parting message of the dying to his subordinates, groove about his bed, bowed in grief. Two nurses, Miss M. H. M. New York and Miss Marie J.ston of San Antonio, were in room. Official announcement of Gompers' death came from Chess Wright, press representative of American Federation of Lifes five minutes after the veil had passed away. Wright in announcing death simply said: "The chief has gone." Stern, purposefully men with hair in wrinkled business cried unashamed. The men had followed the direction of dead leader in the interests of or spoke hardly a word. Women of the party soon shortly after the death was announced telegrams were dispensed to Gen. P. Calles, presides Mexico, whose inauguration persisted when sthMessages were sent to all bers of the executive board of Federation who are not here to Mrs. Gompers at Washington. Ar 5 o'clock members of executive staff met in the room of Frank Morrison, secretary announced that an official ment would be made following conference. Funeral arrangements are held up pending advice from widow. It was the irony of fate—the things which counted me with labor chief's life should f with death so closely at hand arrival at the International Northern Station was occasion by a labor dispute, some which had become common to him. This time he lay and helpless, too ill to decide his assistants decided quickly. Two ambulances were a train to meet him on account conflicting order. One was o by a firm whose head is a diu of the local open shop associate. The other was driven by a chauffeur and it carried Mr. hers to the place of his death. Then the death of the child's grandfather leads to a search for the daughter and discloses the existence of the granddaughter, who immediately becomes the pawn in a game of strategy played by the woman cafe owner and the partner and potential heir of the girl's grandfather. Miss Philibin, who has smiled so wistfully, or brought tears of sympathy as the case may have been in her other vehicles, is a different Mary Philibin, who lived the part of Mitsl. She does some perfect work, that has placed her on the top rung of the film stars ladder. STEAMER COLLISION LONDON, Dec. 13—The steamer Lorenzo from London collided with the Italian steamer Laura of Dunkirk today. The Laura sank according to meagre reports received here. PREPARATION FOR A BUSINESS CAREER A REAL BUSINESS COLLEGE FIRST — LAST Always Anaheim Business College Day and Evening Sessions ENTER NOW PHONE 1272 228 No. Lemon St. Anaheim FULLERTON BRIEFSE F. O. Foss, secretary of the Costa Mesa C. C. of., was a visitor today at the office of W. N. Hunt of the Fullerton Realty Co. Mr. and Mrs. S. E. Reed of Fullerton have returned from San Diego where Mr. Reed attended a Santa Fe agents convention, H. S. Leavett of Placentia, and C. A. Walker of Anaheim also attended the convention. Sessions were at the Coronado hotel. Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah A. Stout of Huntington Beach were held this morning from McAulay funeral parlor. There were many floral offerings. The body was taken to Glendale for interment. $100 In Gifts At California Tonight The management of the California will have their regular Gift Nite tonight and many vanuaue gifts amounting to over $100 in total values will be given away. "Along Came Ruth," Viola Dana's latest Metro picture, opens at the theater. The screeffs most vivacious little comedienne has one of her best roles as Ruth Ambrose, the girl who woke up the sleepiest town in Maine. Crammed with amusing situations and acted by a wonderful cast, "Along Came Ruth" is sure to satisfy the most critical who seek entertainment of a fresh variety. Winifred Dunn adapted the Henry W. Savage stage production of Holman Day's play, and Eddie Cline directed John Arnold was cameraman. Miss Dana's supporting cast includes Tully Marshall, Raymond McKee, Watier Hiers, Victor Potel and Gale Henry. Alberta Vaughn in another of the Go-Getter Series. A very funny Anop Pable and Chapter 4 of "Into the Net" will be shown. Too often, when we speak of the "his hearted" man, it is literally true. by a labor dispute, some which had become common to him. This time he lay and helpless, too ill to decide his assistants decided quickly him. Two ambulances were a train to meet him on account conflicting order. One was owned by a firm whose head is a diary of the local open shop associate. The other was driven by a chauffeur and it carried Mr. pers to the place of his death. MORRISON RANKING HISTORY SAN ANTONIO, Tex., Dr.-Frank Morrison, secretary of the A. F. of L., is ranking of the organization, as a member of the death of Samuel Gordon according to Chester I.W. of the Federation informing bureau here today afterference with Morrison and Presidents Jas. Duncan, threw Woll, and Martin O. An executive head will be sent by the executive council to the next few days. This will serve until the regulation of the A. F. of L. November. There is at this time that requires the official notice of the President of the eration, it was explained therefore, no reason to the election of a new chilcative, Matthew Woll, pro- or the Photo Engravers and sixth vice president, here with the party, is partly mentioned as Gomper cessor. CANT TELL EFFECT SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dr.-Shortly after 9 o'clock this ing, Frank Morrison, secretor the American Federation of said that it was impossible even if the slightest degree Gompers death would affect Federation and its members. "It is impossible at this time even hazard a guess as will be the next president Federation." said Morrison do not know whether the mected to succeed Gompers permanent or not. In the same one is selected soon, it stible that he will be replace lowing our convention in spring. "It is possible that a conference to be held by the executive council here today include this information." AMPERS PASSES AFTER RELAPSE (Continued from Page One) Days rest he could continue trip to his home in New York. Samuel Gompers was born in Rand, January 27, 1850. He a cigar maker by trade, and career advocate of the rights organized labor, becoming interested in the trades union idea he was but 14. He was one of the founders of American Federation of Labor and served continuously as president except for one that in 1895. He helped develop the cigars international union and served continuously as officer of that organization. He was editor of the American orationist and author of sev-pamphlets on labor questions the trades union movement. Encouraging activity as a labor union brought him national international repute. He was member of the advisory committee of the council of nationalmeet in the war years and representative of the A. F. of L at peace conference in Paris in 1919. At the peace con- he was elected president of international commission on war legislation. Gompers also served on several national industrial commissions under the administration of Pres. Bon, Pres. Harding and Press.idge. According to Dr. Lee Rice, San Antonio specialist, Gompers' heart became weaker and weakening to respond to final agency treatment. Three physicians, Drs. Rice, Hansen and who took over the case Friday night from Dr. W. F. Cockcity of Mexico physician who was the trip north, were at the side during the night. The last official bulletin issued EXPECT FIGHT TO ELECT SUCCESSOR WASHINGTON, Dec. 13.—One of the stiffest and perhaps the bitterest internal fights in history faced the American Federation of Labor today in selecting a successor to Samuel Gompers. Under the constitution of the Federation, Frank Morrison, secretary, automatically succeeded to the presidency, but he must call a meeting of the executive council within six days to select a successor who shall serve until the next convention, to be held in Atlantic City next fall. The council must meet as soon as possible after Morrison's call. Gompers had been president of the American Federation of Labor almost continuously since its founding. Only once was he not returned, and that was for but one term. Of late years, his power was so great that no serious attempts were ever made to oust him. The last fight on him for the presidency was at the Denver convention of the Federation four years ago. Then a fusion of the United Mine Workers with a handful of affiliated bodies put up John L. Lewis, miners' president. The effort was a failure. Since then no one arose to challenge Gompers' leadership. With Gompers' death, the barriers are now all down. Literally the woods are full of candidates to succeed him. Every member of the executive council, and every president of the international union, admittedly, is in the field. Each will command strong support, a strength that may be difficult to divide or unite with other resources in determining upon two or even three candidates. The result, therefore, may lead to the most bitter of clashes. In the executive council itself, the fight may prove less acrimonious than was the contest immediately to come before the convention of the Federation. These MAY SEND WILLS AGAINST GIBBONS NEW YORK, Dec. 13.—A possible bout between Tom Gibbons and Harry Wills, as a prelude to a championship shot at Dempsey's new profile began cooking over a slow fire today. Several critics publicly "demanded" that Wills be granted the recognition his record merits. They expressed the hope that Gibbons was not merely talking to hear his teeth rattle, when he stated, upon his departure for the west several days ago that he was willing to troille with Wills, among others, and intimated that such a bout would clear the way to Dempsey like a tank tractor. That Gibbons' six round knockout of Kid Norfolk has prompted a revival in cauliflower was also indicated by the fact that Luis Firpo, the well known human being, also stepped out with a challenge to Gibbons today. The senator inferred that Thomas would be his for the asking. The writer wishes to make clear: of all the leading heavyweights, Gibbons is the most sincere. He said that he was ready to meet Wills. I will admit that he hasn't suffered a rush of promoters to the head, in consequence but the fact remains that if Gibbons says he will fight Wills, they are as good as in the ring, provided the dark one is quiescent. Our Mr. Rickard is strangely silent, however. There is a persistent idea along Broadway that Wills is to be kept out of the big shots as much as possible, and certainly, if Gibbons goes on to another match with Dempsey without first climbing over Wills, this belief will be tinged with a faint suggestion of fact. A Gibbons-Wills bout would pile the customers in neat, compact stacks. FRIDAY'S STOCK CONTINUOUS 3-4 A Stariling of Reveneb Every member of the executive council and every president of the international union admittedly is in the field. Each will command strong support, a strength that may be difficult to divide or unite with other resources in determining upon two or even three candidates. The result, therefore, may lead to the most bitter clashes. In the executive council itself, the fight may prove less acriminous than was the contest immediately to come before the convention of the Federation. These members are of the so-called "Gompers' machine," or administration. No one man in the council was closer to Gompers than Matthew Woll, a vice president, and chief of the Photograph Engravers Union. For the last two years, at least, Woll was regarded in Federation circles as "spokesman of the chief". It was to Woll, rather than Gompers, that persons having business with the Federation were referred to. But being as close to Gompers, Woll unquestionably will begin with a certain handicap, the men who opposed Gompers' policies may unite against him. Frank Morrison, veteran secretary, also has a strong following as have Daniel Tobin, treasurer; Wm. Green, secretary-treasurer of the United Mine Workers; and Jas Duncan, first vice president. Outside of the council, should the council decide to name a leader not in its membership, John L. Lewis, president of the United Workers, and Geo. Berry, predecessor of the Printing Pressmen's Union, loom as candidates with a great potential following. But the selection of a new president is not the only question over which a war is looming within the Federation; it is perhaps not the most important problem. There is the question of future policy. If a "Gompers man" is selected president, the policies may be expected to remain unchanged materially for the present. Should a so-called "anti-administration" leader be made a radical departure from existing policies may follow. WASHINGTON, Dec. 13 — Samuel Gompers may be buried in Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, Tarrytown, N.Y., it was learned at the American Federation of Labor headquarters here today. Some time ago Gompers purchased a plot in Sleepy Hollow. As soon as word of Gompers' death reached headquarters, the entrance of the Federation Building was shrouded in black. TAKE BODY TO WASHINGTON SAN ANTONIO, Tex., Dec. 13 — The body of Samuel Gompers, veteran president of the American Federation of Labor, who died this morning, will be taken to Washington some time tonight. Our Mr. Rickard is strangely however. There is a persistent idea along Broadway that Wills is to be kept out of the big shots as much as possible, and certainly, if Gibbons goes on to another match with Dempsey without first climbing over Willis, this belief will be tinged with a faint suggestion of fact. A Gibbons-Willis bout would pile the customers neatly, compact stacks. FRIDAY'S STOCK RALLY CONTINUES NEW YORK, Dec. 13 — Under the leadership of the rails and motors stocks jumped into higher price levels today in continuation of the rally which was in progress at the close of Friday's session. The best records in the former group were made by the "Swinger" railroad shares, reflecting the confidence of the speculative district in the ultimate consummation of the gigantic merger which will link up the Nickle Plate, Pere Marquette, Erie, Chesapeake and Ohio-Hocking Valley lines. Motor and copper stocks were in good demand at higher prices and even the oil stocks threw off some of the depression which has been holding the market down in recent weeks. Additional evidence of commercial and industrial expansion was presented by the weekend reviews of the reliable mercantile and economic agencies with important teaching almost every department of the country's business activity. The best accomplishments were in the steel trade but the outlook in the agricultural textile and other important industries was presented in very favorable light. Money conditions at the weekend were also favorable. New high prices for New York, Chicago and St. Louis, Pere Marquette and the Erie pfd stocks stimulated interest in the railroad stocks and trading in this section of the market was very heavy. Good gains were made by St. Louis pfd, New Haven and other of low priced arils. Nickle Plate gained three points and registered a new high at 128 while Pere Marquette sold two points higher at 73, also a new high for 1924. Maxwell motors "A" and "B" stocks continued to forge ahead with Mack Truck, Studebaker and other active motor shares fractionally higher, the stocks of accessories companies like Stewart-Warner, U.S.Rubber and Bosch Magneto participated in the movement. American Sugar refining at 51% showed a gain of three points over Friday's law, due to President Earl Babat's statement that purchasing of the assets of the National Refining Co. would not cost upwards of $2000 not when some of the silent stars in Movieland there by proxy. Embry Swansons, curly haired darkeyed senoritas, but dancing dolls, counties, will be given dyes, and the attraction draw capacity crowds. Nazimova and In New T Nazimova, the famous actress, who made her pearance in America since ago and was immediately ad as one of the world's emotional actresses, has to screen after an two years, which she vaudeville. The picture donna of the streets "Edwin Carews and P.E.Dwin Carews." MORRISON RANKING HEAD SAN ANTONIO, Tex., Dec. 13 Frank Morrison, secretary of A. P. of L., is ranking head of the organization, as a result of the death of Samuel Gompers, ordering to Chester I. Wright, the Federation information bureau here today after a conference with Morrison and Vice-Presidents Jas. Duncan, Matthew Woll, and Martin O. Ryan. An executive head will be chosen by the executive council in next few days. This officer will serve until the regular session of the A. P. of L. next November. There is at this time nothing that requires the official signature of the President of the Federation. It was explained, and therefore, no reason to hurry the election of a new chief executive. Matthew Woll, president of the Photo Engravers Union and sixth vice president, who is present with the party, is prominently mentioned as Gompers' successor. CANT TELL EFFECT SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 13. Shortly after 9 o'clock this morning, Frank Morrison, secretary of American Federation of Labor, said it was impossible to tell him the slightest degree how Gompers death would affect the federation and its members. "It is impossible at this time, to punish hazard a guess as to who he is the next president of the federation," said Morrison. "I do not know whether the man selected to succeed Gompers will be permanent or not. In the event one is selected soon, it is possible that he will be replaced following our convention in the coming." It is possible that a second reference to be held by the executive council here today will include this information." SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1924 CALIFORNIA THEATRE 3 Big Days Starting Sunday CONTINUOUS 3-IT REGULAR PRICES A Starling Story of Revenge Conquered by Love NAZIMOVA and MILTON SILLS in "Madonna of the Streets" SUNDAY ONLY Hugo Hamlin's "Twinkling Starlets" ANOTHER NOVELTY STAGE SURPRISE ALSO LLOYD HAMILTON IN "JONAH DAY" Turner at the Organ LIVING TOYS BIG ATTRACTION "Toys from Hollywood," the spectacular stage production to appear next Wednesday and Thursday nights, is rapidly being rounded into perfection by Miss Clare Coutant, who has spared no palms to make this the biggest stage feature by children yet produced. The beautiful costumes, stage settings, all the skillful arrangements gave the few onlookers at dress rehearsal this morning one grand surprise, both that such real talent exists in such little tots and for the excellent response to Miss Coutant's directions. The cast will comprise half a hundred pupils who for the past six weeks have been under her very careful eye for the event. Costumes for the affair have cost upwards of $2000, but why not when some of the most prominent stars in Movieland will be there by proxy. Embryo Gloria Swansons, curly haired Pickfords, darkeyed senoritas, Baby Peggy, dancing dolls, countless representations, will be given by the kiddies, and the attraction is sure to draw capacity crowds. Nazimova and Sills In New Triumph Nazimova, the famous Russian actress, who made her first appearance in America several years ago and was immediately accepted as one of the world's greatest emotional actresses, has returned to the screen after an absence of two years, which she spent in vaudeville. The picture is "Madonna of the Streets," produced by Edwin Carew and presented by Flint. CALIFORNIA THEATRE WED. & THURS. ALL FROM ANAHEIM & ORANGE CO. 50 Kiddies THE CUTEST YOU EVER SAW IN A BRILLIANT Toyland Revue CHRISTMAS TOYS IN HOLLYWOOD PRODUCED AND DIRECTED BY CLAIRE COUTANT ON THE SCREEN PETER THE GREAT The Miracle Dog IN "The Silent Accuser" A Family Show You Will Not Want to Miss! SMALLER SCHOOLS FORM CONFERENCE PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 13—Adjourned to meet in Seattle next year on Dec. 11. Pacific Coast conference representtaives were today en route to their various institutions after two days of schu ANOTHER SURPRISE AT CALIFORNIA For Sunday only the management of the California Theater has arranged another of its Sunday surprises that have proven so Nazimova and Milton Sills, ever to be remembered for his work in "The Sea Hawk," have the two leading role in "Madonna of the Streets," while his adaptation of W. B. Maxwell's novel "The Ragged Messenger." Sills plays the role of an Englishman who, in order to stone for an evil he has done, founds a mission for unfortunate women in the heart of Limehouse, London's picturesque underworld. "Madonna of the Streets" pulses with all the glamour of life as it exists today in what is probably the most notorious of all underworlds. The story is of Mary Carlson and John Morton and of their life in Limehouse. It is the story of a woman who sets out to collect a debt that is du her and who finds her true soul instead; of one who finds salvation where revenge was sought. And it is the story of Morton, forced to resign from a great London Settlement house because of his bitter criticism of his rich patrons for their oppression against the poor, who then goes among the unfortunate people spreading happiness with the aid of this suddenly inherited fortune. Lloyd Hamilton in another of his side splitting comedies, "Jonah Days," and Pathe Review complete the picture program. AT THE ANGELINA HOTEL: Paul J. Arenzon, E. V. Funk, C. L. Aristadt, Jay, N. Cross, Sidney Amson, Charles A. Mueller, A. E. Holcomb, J. E. Menard, C. C. Childs, and E. Snow, Los Angeles; R. Williamson, Happy Valley; H. K. Behn, Hollywood; Frank B. Whalley, Cleveland; and P. B. Lancaster, San Francisco. SMALLER SCHOOLS FORM CONFERENCE PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 13—Adjourned to meet in Seattle next year on Dec. 11, Pacific Coast conference representatives were today en route to their various institutions after two days of schedule making and attention to important conference business. The Northwest Conference met today for the first time and it was likely that smaller colleges of the north would form a new conference so that championships could be decided among schools of the same size and enrollment, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Washington State and the Oregon Aggies may withdraw to open the way for the small colleges to organize. The annual East-West game at Pasadena, New Year's Day, was officially recognized and the Coast Conference approved the plan of having the graduate managers select the eastern representative prior to the opening of football season. The coast team will be chosen on a percentage basis. The Schwabacker cup, emblematic of the Coast championship will go to Stanford for the first six months of the coming year and California will have it the remaining six months. Prof. H. C. Howe of the Univ. of Oregon was elected president of the Conference to succeed W. G. Lanorte of So. Calif. No athlete may write newspaper articles on any sport in which he is competing, except for his college paper, the conference ruled. Stanford's offer to forfeit football games to Oregon, Idaho and Montana due to the inability of Cleaveland was turned down by Conference. The question of future freshman competition will be decided at the Seattle meetings. So Calif. representatives indicated that the Trojan basketball team must make a trip north during the coming season. Rumor was current today that the Northwest Conference would re-open the eligibility case of Harry Reset, star Idaho quarterback. The Coast Conference decided yesterday that Reset was eligible, but it is said, two northern institutions withheld information they had concerning his status. It was learned that the information will be forthcoming in today's meeting. ANOTHER SURPRISE AT CALIFORNIA For Sunday only the management of the California Theater has arranged another of its Sunday surprises that have proven so popular since the new change of policy. The surprise this time is called "Twinkling Starlets," an act arranged and directed by Hugo Hamlin and consists of eight little boys and girls, who from the talent displayed are destined to become the stars of the future. These little starlets put over their singing and dancing acts in a way that would do credit to many an adult performer and you can rest assured that you are going to be royally entertained. COTTON CLOSES STEADY NEW YORK, Dec. 13.—The cotton market was steady at the close with last prices six to 11 points lower. Spot cotton was quiet, down ten notches with middling uplands at 23.69. Ever notice that none of the physical culture Samsons wear long hair? White Temple MEN'S BIBLE CLASS MEETS EVERY SUNDAY AT 9:30 AM Prof. L. P. Nichols Teacher ALL MEN ARE CORDIARY INVITED Motto—"Never a Stranger But Once"