Comments from jon6444

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jon6444 commented about Palace Theatre on Jun 3, 2011 at 12:16 am

The dirt lot shown in the street view is where the theatre sat…Warren, your links to photo bucket are no longer good. I would love to see them.

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jon6444 commented about Major renovations, alterations planned for Cleveland's Allen Theatre on Jun 11, 2010 at 1:38 am

Hell!!! might as well park cars in the auditorium like the Michigan!!!!

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jon6444 commented about McCook Theatre on Nov 1, 2009 at 3:06 pm

The public housing is gone (Parkside Homes). It was demolished when they fixed I-75/malfunction Junction.

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jon6444 commented about Complete Set of 500 vintage marquee letters Pre-1900???? on Oct 24, 2009 at 3:05 am

You might try getting in touch with Wagner Signs of Elyra, OH..http://www.wagnersign.com/ they specialize in historic theatre signage..they might have some knowlege into these letters.

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jon6444 commented about Cinema Treasures adds its 25,000th theater on Jun 26, 2009 at 8:49 pm

Cinema Treasures..the best thing since sliced bread!

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jon6444 commented about "American Theatres of Today" special reprint edition update on Apr 25, 2009 at 2:22 pm

Recieved mine a few days ago…I must say….Well done THS….one of finest publications I have seen! What is next? reprint of “Fox, The Last Word”

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jon6444 commented about Cinematical discusses movie theater movies on Jun 9, 2008 at 1:20 pm

Don’t remember the title but I believe it was a Hitchcock film with Carey Grant…it had a chase scene through Radio City Music Hall during a screening!!

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jon6444 commented about RKO Colonial Theatre on May 4, 2008 at 10:13 pm

Garygadjet…are you there? Please contact me at I would love to speak to you about your photo collection….seems that no one has many photos of dayton theatres.

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jon6444 commented about Midwest theatre wanted on Feb 22, 2008 at 1:51 am

What is the name of your organization? What are some of your other projects?

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jon6444 commented about Yesterday's outage on Feb 15, 2008 at 12:32 am

Glad its back on line…I thought for a moment my internet was down…

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jon6444 commented about Victoria Theatre on Jan 22, 2008 at 12:26 am

The corner building is the actual theatre…in the old photo you can see the end on that building on the left….the main building in the old photo is now part of the loft theatre…before that it was a department store….not sure if the structure is original. It was probaly wood, the current building is concrete.

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jon6444 commented about Dale Theater on Dec 16, 2007 at 9:45 pm

Any pictures?????

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jon6444 commented about RKO Colonial Theatre on Dec 15, 2007 at 10:52 pm

Garygadjet,

I too am very interested in Theatres of Dayton, OH….I have searched high and low for photos of all the great theatres that use to be here….in particular interior photos…I cannot find anything on the Keiths, Colonial, State, Strand or the Lowes…I have searched the local history room, Montgomery Co. Historical Society and local newspapers…nothing..Would you be interested in sharing your collection? I can be contacted at …Thanks

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jon6444 commented about Mr. Movie radio show on Nov 27, 2007 at 1:38 am

Is his show on any internet radio stations????

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jon6444 commented about State Theatre on Nov 5, 2007 at 9:37 pm

According to an online source, the state’s organ, opus 1754, style EX3M was removed on 6-2-1995 to the residence of Tom Smith in Dayton, OH. It is listed as being in playable condition.

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jon6444 commented about Fairborn Performing Arts & Cultural Center In Need Of Old Photos on Sep 22, 2007 at 2:19 pm

Located in Fairborn, OH Clink on the link in the above text for more info.

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jon6444 commented about TCL Chinese Theatre on Sep 6, 2007 at 12:40 am

In reference to a previous comment about the movie The Majestic…I recall seeing a behind the scene feature that showed how they built the theatre and other buildings in the movie….I can’t seem to find that feature anymore on the DVD. Does anyone remember this and know where to find it?

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jon6444 commented about Theatre Pipe Organ For Sale on Aug 31, 2007 at 3:19 am

The old music palace is now a bar/dance club, I believe the organ is gone, but I do not know what happened to it.

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jon6444 commented about Mystery Theatre on Jul 18, 2007 at 8:32 pm

Just taking a stab here….it is Definately not the Ohio Theatre in Columbus….It looks French Rennassiance, might be a Rapp & Rapp, I know they used box seats for alot of their designs….Good luck

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jon6444 commented about We're back online! (again) on Jun 12, 2007 at 4:52 pm

Glad to have my old familiar homepage back…..This site has grown so much since I became a member….I talk about my passion (theatres) whenever someone will listen, and I always mention this wonderful site….keep up the great work

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jon6444 commented about Melody 49 Twin Drive-In on May 26, 2007 at 4:19 pm

Unfortunately, the original sign was replaced this year with a very plain new one…what a shame….

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jon6444 commented about RKO Colonial Theatre on Apr 19, 2007 at 1:41 am

I would try the theatre historical society…they have alot of resources…If you know the name of the architect, that would help as well….I am curious, How did you come across this ticket both? Please share any photos you might have.

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jon6444 commented about Theater restoration questions on Mar 28, 2007 at 10:37 am

I would suggest becoming a members of The League of Historic American Theatres.www.lhat.org This is an organization of various theatre owners, managers and people in the business of operating historic theatres. They have a wealth of info for your project.

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jon6444 commented about The other Broadway on Jan 19, 2007 at 5:47 pm

Excellent article…you hit on many topics and issues that we all face with our respective beloved theatres..keep it up.

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jon6444 commented about Beloved Member Jim Rankin Passes Away on Jan 9, 2007 at 8:43 pm

We all have gained from his knowledge…I can only hope one day I can be as knowledgeble as this fine gentleman…He will truly be missed.