South Salem Drive-In (I)

Boxoffice, March 15, 1952: “Plans for a drive-in south of Salem were made public by Albert and William Forman, operators of downtown theatres and another drive-in to the north in the state capital. The new site is located on the Pacific highway at the northeast corner of its junction with Wiltsey road. The location is about three miles south of Salem city limits and a mile south of the 12th street highway junction. The property was purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Gordon L. Brewster. Preliminary construction work will start as soon as weather permit, with final completion subject to government restrictions. The theatre will have a capacity of 600 cars. The snack bar will be located in the center of the parking area.”