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October 9, 2006
Complete collection of Publix Opinion from 1927 - 30
A.M. Botsford entered the film industry in the 1910’s, as the press agent for Paramount star Marguerite Clark. By the late 1930’s, he was producing films for the house, including Arizona Raiders (1936) and Dancing on a Dime (1940).
But in the late ‘20s and early '30s—under the direction of division-head Sam Katz, he was telling the managers of Paramount’s theater chain division, Publix Theaters Corp. how to sell movies. And he did this through a printed newsletter called the Publix Opinion, an 11" x 16" black-and-white tabloid that reflected the format of the early movie house press books.
A complete collection of every issue of this newsletter released between April 24, 1927, and December 26, 1930, is on eBay now at this link.
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October 6, 2006
10" Plastic Marquee Letters for sale (2 types)
In cleaning out my backroom, I found I have some more marquee letters, all plastic.
1st) I have 95 Adler Silhouette 10" plastic letters. They are not all perfect as some have their molded “hooks” on the back broken. Also they seem to have a shading within the plastic (maybe to make them appear somewhat 3-D even though they are mostly flat). Here is the list of letters in the group:
2) B
4) C
1) D
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October 5, 2006
Ouray Cinema for sale
OURAY, CO — A unique Opera House that goes back to the nineteenth century, is up for sale. For the people in this small town, it is one of the only entertainment options.
The Wright Opera House, built in 1888, is up for sale. So is the small city’s only movie theater, which has been operating in the historic building for the past six years.
Because of the small size of Ouray — about 800 people — that combination of uses could ensure the building’s commercial success, said Gary Brandon, who manages the Ouray Cinema and Theater in the building.
For more, visit the Grand Junction Sentinel.
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September 29, 2006
Cast Aluminum 12" Marquee Letters for sale
Vintage old “Adler Silhouette (cast aluminum) Letters” for sale. They are 12" tall and I have 58 letters comprised of the following mix:
1) A
1) D
6) E
4) F
3) G
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September 25, 2006
500 American Seating c. 1940 seats FREE in Cleveland
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Detroit Shoreway Community Development in Cleveland, Ohio is renovating the historic Capitol Theatre and our clean-up is under way. We are replacing all the main floor seating, and need to remove the old seats as soon as possible. First come, first served to the 500 seats, taker must remove and transport. We’re on a SHORT time frame, so please contact via email at .
The seats are maroon fabric/pleather, and the metal body is painted maroon as well. They have a slight Art-Deco design/feeling to them. Please see the pictures here, or I can email them as well.
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September 21, 2006
Theatres of Oakland (California)
Theatres of Oakland (California) by Jack Tillmany and Jennifer Dowling, is now available on the Internet and will be in stores next month. 128 pages and 200 photos tell the story. If you loved Theatres of San Francisco, don’t miss Theatres of Oakland, coming soon to a book store near you. Don’t miss it!
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September 20, 2006
35 MM / 16 MM Dual Projector System for sale
The system consists of two full 35mm projectors including light boxes, ballasts, a third 16mm projector accessory and lots and lots of reels and spare parts. It was installed in a private theater, new, about 8 years ago and then decommissioned 4 years later. It sat unused for another 4 years until it was removed. It currently resides in dry storage.
Price is negotiable. Make me an offer!
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September 15, 2006
Regent Theatre for sale!!!
WELLINGTON, KS — The beautiful Regent Theatre is for sale. Newly remodeled in 2002. Currently showing first run movies. Please email for further details. Serious inquiries only please.
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Theater for sale in Middletown, NY
MIDDLETOWN, NY — Well-established 5 screen, 800 seat, first run movie theater located in high traffic shopping center. Well maintained, 14000 sq. ft., room for expansion. Turn key operation, great cash flow. Owner looking to retire. Serious inquiries only. Financials available upon request to qualified buyers. Contact Mark @ 914-443-8946 or email at .
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September 13, 2006
Original floorplans to the Fabian Theatre for sale
PATERSON, NJ — Fabian Theatre floorplans are for sale. I have a partial set of floorplans dated in 1924, designed by F.W. Wentworth. I also have a full set of original floor plans for the Alexander Hamilton Hotel also dated in 1924 by F.W. Wentworth. If anyone would like to make an offer or have any questions or would like to see some photos, please .
Thank You,
Phil