Griswold Theater

Warner’s had an interest in the Griswold Theatre, according to this item from Motion Picture Herald of March 6, 1943:

“Shift Warner Theatre Policy in Troy

“C. J. Latta, zone manager, announced changes in the Warner theatre policy in Troy, N. Y., coincident with the opening of the Griswold theatre there last week. The Griswold had been dark for about 10 years until its renovation recently.

“With the Griswold in operation as a second run house, the Lincoln, previously first run, was put into a move-over policy, to take pictures directly from first run Proctor’s and Warner’s on completion of run in those houses. The Griswold’s prices represent an increase over those of the American, previously second run. The American moved up from second to first run with an increase in prices of 10 cents both matinees and evenings. The Lincoln’s price increase amounts to 15 cents for matinees and 20 cents at night.

“The Griswold, like the Troy, Lincoln and American, will be operated in a pool with Fabian’s Proctor theatre. Named as manager for the Griswold was Jack Swartout, who moves over from the American. Al Newhall, of the Regent, Elmira, is the new manager of the American.”

The last Griswold Theater burned down in the 50’s, and was demolished. A Woolworth Store replaced it, which in turn was demolished for the Uncle Sam Atrium Mall.