THE THOMPSON-PAYNE PICTURES.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 9678, 30 December 1909, Page 4

THE THOMPSON-PAYNE PICTURES.

The patrons of the Foresters' Hall were promised some novelties in the usual change ot programme last night, and che programme submitted, proved to be ful! of interest. The dramatic portion of this series is exceptionally strong, and lovers of excitement have plenty to feast upon. Although the whole 'programme isr excellent several subjects cannot be passed without special "The Foundling" is a very human drams, and appealed to the higher feelings of all who witnessed it. "The Hotel Thief" is a sterling subject, and its moral, "honesty tne best policy," is well driven home. The star picture of the series is entitled "The Lion Tamer." This picture is a powerful pictorial drama, and caused intense excitement. The subject is taken from circus life, and the story of the young couple wha are threatened by an old 1 wer of the young bride was keenly followed until the villain meets his doom in the lion's cage, A view is given during this picture of u circus in fulJ swing. This splendid programme will be produced again tj-night and Friday night, and will be retained for the usual Saturday afternoon matinee, On Saturday night another complete change will appear.