AMUSEMENTS

Taihape Daily Times, Volume XI, Issue 3406, 10 February 1920, Page 4

AMUSEMENTS

TOWN HALL PICTURES. The patrons of this popular theatre are very fortunate to-night in having a double star Metro programme. This is an English made film, and Trill , doubtless be something out of the ordinary. The first spasm will commence with the sequel to “The Better Ole.” entitled “The Kiddies in The Ruin' .” No doubt a large number of you saw the “Better Ole,” and if so, you should make a point of seeing this great picture. The war hit hard’er than Hell, and was fiercer than | fate. This pathetic, though necessarj ily painful picture, shows in graphic I the horrors to which children and their mothers were subjected at the hands of the atrocious Hun during the devastaton of “La Belle France,,” and nothing yet has been screened in such intimate detail of their sorrows and their sufferings. The picture is put into story from of an interesting character, but the story iS but one of many thousands that could have been woven round this theme. It depicts, in heart-breaking reality, the happiness of homes hurled into the hell of { a horrific holocaust by the hideosity of the Huns. This intensely interesting chapter in the history of the war does not deal with military movements or financial operations, but is devoted, in story form, to an unflnching demonstration of the devastation worked in the domesticity of France, and how home after home passed through the valley of the Shadow of Death, The second spasm commences with that sensational drama, “The Araeri-

cano/” a leader of a pirate band off the coast of old California, A great 2000 ft. Billy West comedy, entitled '‘Straight .and narrow/' will add greatly to the /Sonorous part of the entertainment. “THE PRUSSIAN CUR.” This great picture will tie screened on We dnesday night, and it exposes the crimes of the Huns for half a century, and reveals with startling realism the workings of German spies throughout America, Supported by a great Sunshine Comedy, and the first screening of the great baby beautycompetition. Only usual prices for these great attractions.

AT THE KING’S.

CARLYLE BLACKWELL IN—HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS. “His Royal Highness” the feature now screening at The King’s is a right royal entertainment. Carlyle Blackwell and Evelyn Greeley are the stars, and both have fascinating roles. The picture is a romance of the popular sort, guaranteed to make your blood run faster and your eyes glisten with delighted surprise. The hero is a young American who grasps the reins of state when strange circumstances place him on the throne of a little kingdom in the Balkans.. Evelyn Greeley makes a very charming princess of a neighbouring state,, and needless to say, marries the young American, to their mutual satisfaction. Lavishly produced and' well presented, the picture will charm every one who cares for romanticdrama. MARY PICKFORD. SATURDAY AND MONDAY. Mary Pickford in “Daddy Long Legs” will be presented on Saturday and Monday next at The King’s. Such an announcement must be received with joy by every admirer of the world’s favourite. From the time the book first came out, it was a universally expressed opinion that here was a perfect part for* Mary Pickford. Such has proved true, and Mary Picikford has justified herself. She hassurpassed all her previous productions, and the popularity of the little star as Judy in “Daddy Long Legs l " defiies description. She has reached' the zenith of her art, and “Daddy Long Legs” will long be remembered" on account of its association with Mary Pickford. Box plan now open at Swedlund’s. Country patrons are strongly advised to book seats early*' to avoid disappointment.

THE CORELLI TRIO. On Wednesday and Thursday music lovers' will have a genuine treat at The King’s when the Corelli Trio of musicans will make their first apeparance in Taihape. This turn has been booked from Fuller’s circuit and the Palmerston papers wrote the following glowing account of their performance.—“ The Corelli Trio —two violinists and a harp—were the next performers to appear, .and Palmerston' North theatre-goers l are indeed fortunate in getting the chance of hearing music rendered by these instrumentalists. The violinists’ technique is excellent, while the playing of the harp gives an added charm to the performance. One of the trio’s masterpieces was Gounod’s 1 “Ave Maria/’ and this met with the warm applause of a delighted audience. The same programme will be presented this | evening.” j In conjunction with this musical ! treat Samuel Goldwin presents Pauline Frederick in her remarkable success, “The Woman on the Index.” Pauline Frederick, in “The Woman on the Index” scores greatest emotional and artistic triumph. The screen idol of millions of picture enthusiasts, her first appearance for Goldwyn takes on an additional significance. In “The Woman on the Index*” she has been restored to the medium of expression in which, '.she has won her greatest success —modem drama surging with emotion. She has never appeared in a play like “The Woman on the Index” before, and has never had the same opportunities for displaying her wonderful artistry as are furnished by this play. The story was adapted by Willard Mack, the star’s husband, from George Broadhurst’s successful stage play. The prices are 2/ and 1/ for this double attraction.