AMUSEMENTS

Taihape Daily Times, Volume XI, Issue 3407, 11 February 1920, Page 5

AMUSEMENTS

TOWN HALL PICTURES.

‘ “THE P CUR.” -say-nut‘ No -picture has ever been previously screened to rouse such excitement as “The Prussian Cur,” which Wlll be screened tonight at the Town hall. Captain Horst von der Goltz is the greatest of all spies, and gave himself up to the auflthorities and exposed the whole spy system as follow-=.'——'l‘h.e German spy system is :1 deatliy menace to America. For. ten F 0373 1 KW‘ self was a cog in this heartless ma.chine for Europe, Mexico, Canada, and the United States, I served my Imperial master well. During those ten years, I learned every hideous detail of the workings of the K.a;sel-’.s> secret agents. Now, trusting that I’ may help to undo some of the villiany which in other days I promoted, I have given to Mr R. A. Walsh, for the filming of “The Prussian Cur,” the whole mass of secret information which I gained while serving the Kaiser. I fully realise the danger I am running in giving this knowledge to the world. Already. three attempts have been made against‘ my life. But I believe that this great William Fox picture will do much to overthrow the tyrannical government which I formerly served. ’ Therefore I am willing to accept the consequences of my expose. While America pursues her ways of peace, the German Kaiser and his Junkers plan to conquer the world. Blighting, ravishing, murdering, Hun hordes sweep into France, while deadly U-boats dart like sharks through the seas. Eventually the Lusitania is sunk, and America declares War on Germany. Before Ambassador Bernstorff leaves the United States, he establishes here a farreaching spy system, headed by Otto Goltz (Capt. Horst von der Goltz), and Wolff von Eidel. A These master spies and their agents burn factories, {Wreck trains, parctice sabotage, stir }up labour troubles, harass our war work in every possible way. In a great industrial centre, Rosie o’Grady (Miriam Cooper) is loved by Dick Gregory, an American soldier. I Her sister, Lily. is wooed, Won and brutally driven to her death by Goltz. the spy. But Goltzfs nest of enemy-rats is cleaned out by soldiers, headed by Gregory, and Goltz himself is ldlled by his dead wife’s brother. Von Eidel also is trapped, arrested and imprisoned, but is taken from jail by indignant citizens and shot. Meanwhile, American/ forces ‘pour into France. and the Kaiser, maddened by the collapse of his dream of conquest, dies like a Prussian cur. V

The first screening of the Baby Competition takes place at the Town Hall tonight and will continue continuous’until February 21st. Every parent, and fn'end should be present to witness the screening of their child. Usual prices.

KING'S. PICTURES AND MUSIC. The much-t'a.lked-of Corelli trio will make their first appearance at the King's to-night, when an excellent musical banquet is ‘in store for patrons of the cosy King’s. The Corelli Trio comprise two violinisits and a harpist, and their combined and individual efforts have merited volumes of praise wherever they have appeared. Their performances is high-class, and the artists show a wonderful "technique in the rendering of both r-.lassic.al and popular items.

These artists will be supported by a full feature programme, and both music and pictures will be changed completely each evening. The star picture will be “The Woman on the Index,” which is Pauline Frederick’s first Goldwyn. Cast, direction, technical skill, a wonderful story, and a baffling plot are all combined in the Goldwyn feature, “The Woman on ‘the Index,” starring that greatest of screen tragediennes, Pauline Frederick. VVorking up to la. climax so arresting as to keep the mo-st sophisticated spectator enthralled until 'the very last scene, the s’cal"s progress through the story demands test after test of her great histrionic powers. Every scene pulSafffs With Pxcitement, and the popular actress has neverihad an opportunity to shine as in this picture. In addition she lives up to her sartorial reputation, and, if possible, exc'ells herself in ‘this respect. The variety of gorgeous gowns, the richness and cost. lincss of her -applarrel in the feature areemore than surprising. Thg galaxy of famous names associated with Pauline Frederick in “The Woman on the Index” are an indication of the quality of the picture. Willard Mack adapted the play from George Broad. hurst’s success, and plays the principal par"r;‘Wyndham Standing. is leading man, and Hobart Henley directed. It is easily Pauline Frer ’s best ottering so far, and Sllltfile requirementg of the star to perfection. MARY PICKFORD. SATURDAY AND MONDAY. “Daddy Long Legs,” which is/Mary Pickfoi-d’s first ownproduction, is an

attraction with universal appeal. It is filled with children and their 410ings. Moreover, the children are not every day kiddies with parents and homes, but the little ‘charges of an orphan asylum which is sadly mismanaged. The role of Judy Abbott is played by Mary Pickford. She is a twelve-year-old girl, full of life and fun, dodging the repressive methods of the superintendent of the home to run -ofl? and help her companions who are faring ill on ‘the miserable diet and poor care they receive. Among the children supporting the star is the funniest and most freckled boy ever seen in pictures. With due respect to the local kiddie conserned, there ‘is a. remarkable rescmblance to a boy now residing in Tvaihape.

The box plarfis now open at Swedlunds, where it is advisable to book early. A mzrtinee will be given at 1.45 On Saturday.