I have uploaded a 1988 photo as the Showboat Cinema I & II. Joe Vogel was correct in assuming that Cinema II was actually added from an adjacent building (in 1976 with both venues serviced by the same box office and refreshment stand.)
The addition was made to become more competitive with nearby new or created multi-plexes.
When it became the Mysteria the sloped floor was converted to level terraces with seating for 150-180 at dinner. Two Art Deco fixtures from the original Mandan were retained.
Joe, I Googled Howard, KS Princess Theater and some information came up indicating it opened in July 1913 and lasted until about 1922. This piece only mentioned live entertainment such as minstrel shows. It gave the address as 118 North Main Street.
However, on the same page was a Princess Theatre in Nashville, Arkansas at 118 North Main Street on a site called Howard.net.
It’s interesting to note the small reference in the Chisholm page that Mr. Jocelyn was forced to move his Edison Theatre and did so to lots on West Lincoln where he was to have an airdrome seating 400 as opposed to the 100 which the Edison held.
For additional clarification of Joe’s posting see the one which I have on the Zimm which is now on CT.
When doing research on the Zimm this is the scenario I found for this venue:
Built on the site of the former Zimm the Winfield Fox was built in 1950. The 50' by 140' building was in the moderne style. It had a 250 stadium seating section rather than a balcony. Total seating was 750-800.
1973 purchased and operated by Mann.
1980 purchased and run by B&B. Twined at Winfield Cinema 1 & 2. A small third auditorium was created from space in an adjacent building.
2004 ceased operation in December when B&B moved to the new Crowley Cinemas.
Citizens then formed the non-profit Marquee Inc.. Among actions taken were restoring the original seating configuration and acquiring number 2005 for use, possibly as a bar.
The origianl “FOX” letters have been retained for possible future use.
More specific details can be found as khn.kansasgis.org/photos.
Doing research on the Zimm I found that life probably began as Manning’s Opera House in the 1870s. Later as the Windfield Opera House, the Grand Opera House by 1910 and, eventually the Grand.
It became the Regent in 1925.
Leased and run by Fox from 1930-1950. Subsequently operated by Sullivan Theaters and upgraded because of the construction of the Fox across the street.
Introduction says two screens but according to my memory and the absence of anything in the comments section I believe it was always a single screen venue.
Theatre is gradually being renovated. During the process they found an old wallet that had been lost in the 50’s. They tracked down the owner but, unfortunately, he had passed last summer. The family, however, was pleased to see all the photos inside from his teenage years.
The reference I found placed the Roxy at number 66 and an opening date of 1946. But it was on Facebook so…….
It was closed in 1950 and turned into a skating rink.
In the 60’s, after a fire, the first floor wall to the adjacent building was broken down to expand the space for retail.
I’ve uploaded a montage photo showing three images of the exterior from the 60’s as well as a 50’s advertising poster.
There is now a movement to restore the Liberty. I have uploaded an artist’s rendering of the new facade. If you go to vandalialiberty.org you can see the sad, current state of the theatre.
I have also uploaded pictures of the Dixie and an advertisement from that era.
I believe that the correct address for the Main Street Theatre was 61 Main Street per the image I have uploaded. If one Googles the 188 south address it is a rural area.
The Rodeo Drive-In mentioned in the heading is listed on CT as being in White Salmon, WA.
Also uploaded an interior photo as dinner theater.
I have uploaded a 1988 photo as the Showboat Cinema I & II. Joe Vogel was correct in assuming that Cinema II was actually added from an adjacent building (in 1976 with both venues serviced by the same box office and refreshment stand.)
The addition was made to become more competitive with nearby new or created multi-plexes.
When it became the Mysteria the sloped floor was converted to level terraces with seating for 150-180 at dinner. Two Art Deco fixtures from the original Mandan were retained.
Joe, I Googled Howard, KS Princess Theater and some information came up indicating it opened in July 1913 and lasted until about 1922. This piece only mentioned live entertainment such as minstrel shows. It gave the address as 118 North Main Street.
However, on the same page was a Princess Theatre in Nashville, Arkansas at 118 North Main Street on a site called Howard.net.
Uploaded a photo, albeit it a poor one, circa 1985.
It’s interesting to note the small reference in the Chisholm page that Mr. Jocelyn was forced to move his Edison Theatre and did so to lots on West Lincoln where he was to have an airdrome seating 400 as opposed to the 100 which the Edison held.
Closed in the 1950s.
For additional clarification of Joe’s posting see the one which I have on the Zimm which is now on CT.
When doing research on the Zimm this is the scenario I found for this venue:
Built on the site of the former Zimm the Winfield Fox was built in 1950. The 50' by 140' building was in the moderne style. It had a 250 stadium seating section rather than a balcony. Total seating was 750-800.
1973 purchased and operated by Mann.
1980 purchased and run by B&B. Twined at Winfield Cinema 1 & 2. A small third auditorium was created from space in an adjacent building.
2004 ceased operation in December when B&B moved to the new Crowley Cinemas.
Citizens then formed the non-profit Marquee Inc.. Among actions taken were restoring the original seating configuration and acquiring number 2005 for use, possibly as a bar.
The origianl “FOX” letters have been retained for possible future use.
More specific details can be found as khn.kansasgis.org/photos.
Doing research on the Zimm I found that life probably began as Manning’s Opera House in the 1870s. Later as the Windfield Opera House, the Grand Opera House by 1910 and, eventually the Grand.
It became the Regent in 1925.
Leased and run by Fox from 1930-1950. Subsequently operated by Sullivan Theaters and upgraded because of the construction of the Fox across the street.
It was demolished in 1961.
Theater began life around 1907 as the Nickels, a nickelodeon, owned and run by Nellie and Henry Schmidt.
In 1910 it was modernized and expanded and renamed the Jewel. (See photo I have uploaded).
1919 taken over by Oscar Zimmerman and renamed the Zimm.
1930 taken over by Fox, along with the Regent across the street.
1949 closed and demolished for the new Fox which opened in 1950.
During all these transitions the Schmidt’s were the owners of the property.
Introduction says two screens but according to my memory and the absence of anything in the comments section I believe it was always a single screen venue.
Theatre sold to Stony Brook’s Jazz Loft for redevelopment.
Theatre is gradually being renovated. During the process they found an old wallet that had been lost in the 50’s. They tracked down the owner but, unfortunately, he had passed last summer. The family, however, was pleased to see all the photos inside from his teenage years.
A small cafe is planned for the lobby.
The reference I found placed the Roxy at number 66 and an opening date of 1946. But it was on Facebook so……. It was closed in 1950 and turned into a skating rink. In the 60’s, after a fire, the first floor wall to the adjacent building was broken down to expand the space for retail. I’ve uploaded a montage photo showing three images of the exterior from the 60’s as well as a 50’s advertising poster.
Actual date of the fire was 12/2.
According to the website there are 5,000 dues paying members to this non-profit.
The Pickford web site does not mention a Limelight Theatre but it does list the Grand Avenue, alluded to in nmark’s comment.
The Bay Street seats 132 and 75; the Grand Avenue 61 and 19.
There is now a movement to restore the Liberty. I have uploaded an artist’s rendering of the new facade. If you go to vandalialiberty.org you can see the sad, current state of the theatre.
I have also uploaded pictures of the Dixie and an advertisement from that era.
Uploaded a photo of the Bond circa 50s and 60s.
I believe this was the theatre used for an episode of the Brokenwood Mysteries as the “Brokenwood Empire Cinema”.
There is a new theatre being built in Jasper. The Ampli. It is controversial because of government funding.
There is a new theatre being built in Jasper. The Ampli. It is controversial because of government funding.
I believe that the correct address for the Main Street Theatre was 61 Main Street per the image I have uploaded. If one Googles the 188 south address it is a rural area.
I question the address since the McKenna Youth and Activity Center across the street is 311.
Uploaded an advertising calendar from 1954.