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beauties picked from some ten thou sant applicants. In various elties throughout the country. Gable's role Is another two-fisted characterization, He plays the part of a hard-boiled dance director in a musical comedy who eventually falls in love with the man wrestle tresh chorine whom he has tried un- successfully to browbeat. Outstand- u stubborn juckass, prepare to roaring names in the large supporting
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1
Wha
th
An appeal for help was made by She started away,
after her. "R Chouk-ling,j. But Amy ran Rev. Cheung
drio It is learned here that Pan Fastor of the Hop Yat Church, member, Jane dear," she at the antics of Quint Williams and cast include Franchet Tone, May American Airways have applied when addressing a largo gathering "remember, I am always you Vince Barnett, as Big Casino and Robson, Winnie Lightner, the famous for permission for a service boat the annual meeting of the New friend. If them's ever anythin Little Casino, two comedy-cow-pun-stage dancer Fred Astaire, the cele chers. They appear in Zane Groy's rated Rerary wit Robert Benchley, tween the Philippines and Hong- Territories Evangelisation Society, in the world I can do for you,
At these words another Jan "Man of the Forest" which opens to Ted Healy and his stooges. Glorin kong with the object of linking held yesterday in the hall of the will."
Foy, Art Jarrett, Gront Mitchell, up with their Shanghal-Canton Hop Yat Church. morrow at the Alhambra Theatre. In Maynard Holmes, Nelson Eddy and line.
Those present at the meeting looked at Amy, A Jane whoe included: Mr. J. L. McPherson, oyes were full of doubt and fon the cast are featured Randolph Scott, Sterling Holloway,
It is understood, however, that Rov. and Mrs. F. Short, Rov. and a lonely frightened Jane wh Harry, Carey, Noah Beary, Verna
"Runaway Bride"
the British Government will re- Mrs. E. G. Powell, Mr. and Mrs, wanted kindness and help as Hille and Bunter Crabbe, Thers two
Roversing the story of the bride fuso the American company per- S. V. Boxer, Mr. H. Nobel, Mr. E. the years gone by Amy had see screen comedians, plus the "Wrestl ing Jackass" furnish the laugh roller deserted at the altar, Radio Pictures' mission while the Chinese Govern- limsworth, Rev. H. R. Wells, Mrs. this fane before at times whe newest all-talking production, "Run- ment forbids foreign neroplanes Asho, Mrs. Cameron. Rev. Lee she had been alighted or laughe in this fast-moving action story of the away Bride," with Lloyd Hughes and to enter China, thus blocking a Kwai-chu, Rev. Ho Sam-yu, Dr. R. at or neglected by the other chi old West, the twenty-ninth of the Mary Astor, at the Queen's Theatre, branch to China from the Anglo-M. Alderton, Miss Silcocks, Misa dren, or when she had done som Zane Grey novels to reach the screen proves to be a highly diverting roman- Australian line.
Shim, Mr. Fung Iu-cheung, Mr.thing reckless and daring the "Man of the Forest" starts a "new" tie drama with a host of unusually
entertaining episodes and some clever It is, further, reported that Wong Fai-kwong, Mr. Kwan Chiu-needed pardon, This
Jane Amy Bad' always been a note in Westerns. It gets away from quiing by a no cast. The tempo of Pan-American Airways have augwa and Bir. T. Moffatt.
Mr. Ngan Shlug-kwan, who quick to champton, to defend; the modern conversational Western
production
Immediatoly is
gested that they get the permis- | drama and brings back the whirlwind established by the opening sequencession to operate the branch line occupied the chair, said that it was comfort. But the glimpse of thi action of the old-fashioned frontler depicting an eight-cylinder clop and sub-lst it to Imperial Air- the first meeting of the sixth Disather Jane lasted only an instan
young couple, scions of
so brief that Amy almos thriller. Scott portrays a strong, men by
wealthy families. As swiftly as the ways; but the scheme is not trict of the Kwangtung Synod of was silent hero of the forests, and the slopement careers on its wild start, favoured by the British Govern- the Church of Christ in China. doubted that she had seen it. A He thanked the European mis- she now saw was the smart sil: story talls of his efforts to avenge the so swiftly does it break on the rocks mont.
sionaries for organising the society, brown-clad figure walking swift death of a friend. The picture speeds of discord, with Miss Astor running!
Popularity of Lines. and also the Hop Yat Church and and decisively away from her t through thrilling gun battles before away on her wedding ove in the
the London Mission Society for the from a stranger. That the British public is behelp they had given. Since the to a fiery conclusion, turmell of a sensational robbery and
(To Be Continued.) Hit driven on
ahooting. She securos employment Scott, Carey and Noah Beery are the a cook for wealthy bachelor, play- coming increasingly air-minded Chinese had taken over charge of kind of Western characters that made ed by Lloyd Hughes. The romance is evidenced by the popularity of the work, they had found numerous this type of action thriller so famous that develops is enlivened by altua- air lines, operated by the Imperias dimeuities, and he hoped the Euro- different chapols in the New Ters in the old days. Verna Hillie, one of ions of rousing drama and elever Airways and British railway peans would continue giving them tories was then read by Mr. I Paramount's new comers, seen before comedy, coming to a lively denoue- combine, which was formed a help in their work, and also help Shue-kwal, after which the mee
ment in which the bachelor, the
service between them with funds. in "Under the Tonto Rim" is quite room-to-be and the girl settle their March. The.
The Rev. Cheung Cheuk-ling lovely on the girl for whose rights limeulties in smartly directed London and the Isle of Wight,
then gave the history of the Scott battles. And as for Guinn scene. Mary Autor, as sweet and especially, has been running
Society, which, he said, was first Williams, Vince Barnett and the lovable as ever, and showing herself capacity. "wrestling Jackass"-you'll
New lines will shortly be open-started by Mr. Hickling and carri laugh an actress of great competence and loud and long at each appearance or charm, offers an ingrailating portrait
an a young society girl whirling toed between Birmingham, Bristol ed on by the Rev. H. R. Wells and' wed without thinking of the future and Southampton, commencing on others. Last year the Chinese had "Ann Vickers”
Lloyd Hughes, appearing with Miss July 30, and London, Belfast and been given charge of the working of the Society, and he appealed to Astor for the first time in the talkies Glasgow, starting on August 20.
the two Unton churchus and Irene Dunne, who revolted au although the two virtually established
The Postmaster General. Sir other churches to help them in strikingly against maternal domina. themselves as one of the screen's tion in the recent din success, "The most likeable couples in silent films. Kingsley Wood, nnnounces that, their work, as quite a large amount
enhances his reputation as a delight- Silver Cord", plays a mother role in el leading man with his playing in in view of the phenomenal success of money was required to carry on "Ann Vickers", commencing an Fri- "Runaway Bride." The role of the of the Inverness-Orkneys air mail, the work. There were numerous day at the King's Theatre. Carry Jilted young society scapegrace is services will shortly be extended dimenities, but he hoped with the ing the title part in the RKO-Radio faithfully portrayed by David Newell, to all chief business centres in help of the ather churches, they Picture bared upon Sinclair Lewis a talkfilm player who is rapidly enter the British Isles at postage rates could Intest best selling novel, Miss Dunne jg the ranks of the notabler A of 4. for two ounces and id. an succeed.
palm must be awarded Donald Griep ounce thereafter. | Portrays a social service worker who fer smooth, flowing direction which
An hour of sheer Under the new system, a letter i brilliantly successful in the field of makes this Alm prison reform, but who finds true entertainment. The supporting cast posted in Belfast at 8.45 a.m. can be deliveved in London, at 4 p.m.-.. happiness only after sacrificing her also deserves more than passing men-
the sitar of romance. tion, and tribute is hereby paid to Our Own Correspondent. Walter Huston portrays the man for Natalie Moorehead, Edgar Norton, whom she defies conventions And Francis MineDonald (as a particular- gives up her career. Other male y fine gang leader specimen), Faul lends are played by Cantad Nagel,; Hurst and Theedore Lorch. Bruce Cabot and Sam Hardy, Edna! May Oliver has a strong supporting role. Join Cromwell directed the production.
the screen.
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"I Like It That Way"
Air Mail Service
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to
An air mail service between Lon- How does it feel to be the other don and the chief provincial cen- fellow's sister? That's the question trea will, from middle of next that confronts Marion Marsh, who is month, be made available to the "Shooting Straight"
featured in "I Like It That Way", public at no extra charge.
with "Broadway's youngest lending Universal's dramatic comedy
Co-operation between the. Post Indy" in the title Mary Lawlor took to music, now at the King's Theatre, Hollywood. She also took a five with Gloria Stuart and Roger Pryor, Office and the railway companies, foot-two stature, a pair of laughing who plays the big brother. "It's the who are to add further inland nir blue eyes, a blonde personality and ather fellow's sister who has all the services to those they are already real enthusiasm for the talkies. In fun", this girl proclaims bitterly, but running, has made this develop
she her brother feels differently about it, ment possible. her second film assignment realises the ambition of a lifetime.shielding and protecting her until she
Man
The centres to be connected by She plays opposite Richard Dix, her breaks away and then the brother's favourite
star. at the Alhambra sweetheart steps in, bravely and de- the new services inclurle London, Radio Pie-fiberately risking her own reputation Birmingham, Manchester, Belfast, Theatre, Kowloon, in
"Shooting to save the girl from dishonour. Southampton, Glasgow, Liverpool tures all-talking drama, Straight." Scarcely 19, Miss Lawlor The story in poignantly told, reaching Cardiff, Plymouth and the Isle of played leads in. Dillingham, Ziegfeld into the human feelings and emotions and Schwab and Mandel productions of everyday people whose problems,
The result will be to consider- during the last three years. Among fancles and folles you will under- some of her stage plays
be ably accelerate postal deliveries. Dear," "No No Nanet were "unle stand-keenly. The supporting cost is
"Queen one of the nest that could iligh," "Cross My Heart" "Hello assembled, including Noel Madison. As an example: A letter posted at Daily," and "Good News," Her fim Shirley Grey, Lucille Gleason, Merna Belfast ut 8.46 a.m. will be de- debut was in the talking picture Kennedy, Eddie, Gribbon and many, livered in London at about 4 p.m., or in Southampton half an hour version of "Good Newa" Born
in others.
later. Utlen, N.Y., reared in Rye, she finish-
"Midshipman Jack" ed at the exclusive Castle School, New
Twelve seaplanes manned by crack The Postmaster General, Sir Rochelle, never dreaming of an acting pilota Naval Academy at Annapolis, Kingsley Wood, suyn it is now the career. The auccess and appeals of
her ald schoolmates Marilyn Miller, and nine submarine-chasers fully settled policy of the British Post Louise Groods, Ann Pennington and equipped with the modern implements Office to use the air wherever prac of warfare and manned by four
in
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the Fairbanks twins, soon won her to hundred officers and caulets from the ticable, and when time can be sav-LIVERPOOL
in sham ed in postal service.-British Wire- [a life of grease paint. As her name
suggests, Miss Lawlor is Irish. Her name institution, are seen
the gripping less. nother was born in Ireland. Mary war manoeuvres never will get over her awe for movie climax of "Midshipman Jack I.K.0. Indiu Pictures' Romance with Bruce
London, July 25. stars even though she rubs shoulders Cabot and Betty Furness now show- with them now. I never occurs to
Considerable success by the de- her that she, herself, is on the last ins at the Central Theatre. The war. runt toward stardoni. Believe
marine-chasers attack invading fending aeroplanes was chronicled not, this ultra-feminine, actress is a devout athlete and boxes, runs, ridea enemy underwater craft. In the in an official narrative on the last PACIFIC and awins. In pictures she likes to tense climax, a plane and sub-chaser phases of the recent mimic air sing and dance. She prefers roman-re shown in a head-on collision, said attacks on London.
to be one of the most thrilling stunts tic stories to heavy dram
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fen while mist and night provented duction. Middshipman Jack" tures Bruce Calot as n recalcitrant, fighters from flying they enabled Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's co-starring cadet who becomes entangled in nu-i raiders to bomb the Air Ministry vehicle for Joan Crawford and Clark venturous and romantic intrigue when
Dagenham and Wormwood Gable, "Dancing Lady" showing at he breaks sia probation. The picture at the Oriental Theatre on Friday and was aimed at Annapolis, and also Scrubbs. Saturday, is the highspot of the features
On the other hand, fighters in entertainment features. This is pro- Albertson.
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