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The Akron Beacon Journal from Akron, Ohio • Page 8

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page 2 to the play. It listed the and Parker's Initials with the na-cast, three inches of blank apace tation: -See page one." 3 Akron Beacon Jonrna.1 Saturday, March Jl, 1953 rrilEATFR SCHEDlLE Jlcatcr Jars J)ram(t CriilC OS WITH THE SHOW Booth Won An 'Oscar' IAD tnd BEAUTIFULJ im mt .7 7 I (I aaaaaaaaatfeBaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiaaf tJaUSl1 I 'i XtSmJ 1 ba4ear At. XI P. M. Caiaae BLACK CASTLE BORIS KARLOFF Sihfa McSallr LADIES OF THE CHORUS MARILYN MONROE tmnti1MT.

SINGIR Mi INVASION I A. KTK SHOW TOXIGHT Both Features After 0:25 ROBERT HITCHUM JEAN SIMMONS CO-FEATURE CLARK GABLE in "CALL OF THE WILD" STARTS FRIDAY yHOWAID HUGHES 1 3 How Miss There's Depth In Her Performance A A Lonely Woman It's a bit anti-climactic to review "Come Back, Little Sheba" after Shirley Booth hnn copped almost every award imaginable for her work In It. But the Palace has delayed playing the excellent film up to now in order to take advantage of the publicity surrounding it. fhirloy Booth, in her first film role, la the picture. Not linee Bette Pavis' performance in "All About Eve'' has any actress allowed her-nrlf to he photographed in so many unflattering shots.

With all this, he offers a subtlety and depth to her characterization that put meaning into the adult drama. She Is seen a fat-hipped slovenly woman who ha not crown beyond the shallow gaiety of pretty young; girl delighting In the number of her admirer and In her reputation as a "good, snappy dancer." She is unconscious of her utter loneliness, which Is pointed up hy her eager friendliness toward a neighbor and a college-girl hoarrlrr. Miss Hooth ts both funny and tiacir. Tfpr child-like! prattle almost drives the viewers trail, hiit her radiant love of people wins them bark to her. THIS IS A faithful screen adaptation nf William Inge's stag play about the frumpy housewife and hr alroholio husband, played by Burt Lancaster.

They live in a sort nf an uncertain peace in a college town. She dreams of her lost dog, Rheha, while he works aa a chiropractor and broods about their shabby life and the Hfcumatances which fnrred them to marry some 20 years before. Terry Moore, a pretty boarder, comes Into their life and disturbs the precarious balance, by flirting with a muscu- In. atliUtA HARTFORD. Conn.

The Hartford Courant veteran drama critic was barred from the New Paraon'a Theater apparently because of his "savage' reviews. T. H. Parker, the newspaper's music and drama reviewer for 20 years, appeared at the theater for a review of Clifford Odets' play, "The Country Girl." His managing editor, William J. Foote, was with him.

When the ticket office said Parker's null complimentary tickets were Bot available, he pro New Hampshire Bids For Ike CONCORD, N. H. Ol-Presi-dent Eisenhower has been invited officially to establish his Summer White House in New Hampshire. A resolution passed hy the House of Representatives read in part: "We have mountains, fields and i forests, lakes and streams, and can assure the President of excellent facilities for golf, fishing jand other recreational opportunities WEST STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER nirtw Weak Ruth Hum; Walk East On Beacon Grarfa Marah; Virginia Gtlinere Lilt Owl Shew Three Feature After HOTEL SAHARA Yvonne He- Crli Brown Derby 1157 E. Market HOME OF FINE FOOD AND LIQUORS EXTRA CUT T-Bone Steak 1 1 I a a French Fried Onions, Fresh Garden Salad With Our Very Own Dressing, Baked Idaho Potato, Rolls, Butter, Coffee, $2.50 Shirley Booth restrains Burt Lancaster from interrupting amorous young lovers Richard Jaeckel and Terry Moore in "Come Back, Little Sheba," now at the Palace.

WINNER OF 5 A A AWARDS New I earn W1 fJ Ooeea Watted iO For! M-G-M pmenti URNER-DOUGLAS SUM, PIDGEON POWELL The BAD AND THE BEAUTIFUL COsrassiNa GLORIA A A IRfl guppartinf Aclrwa lar) CHir HFRR at the Organ THR1I.I.INO! r.X ITINO! M-G-M'i "The Hooxtera RSD A Extra Late Show Artm. Tnrtaf Till 4 P. W. Mat. Adnlti, ftDx Child.

Eva. Aitultl S1.2A Child. COLOR FOR Warner aS MI'J Lancaster goes on a violent Chaplin' Opponents hinge and nearly kills his rr I I ft How they each compromise and UOn I I rOlltUP, l.Kire Hollywood to team with Richard, Burton in "The Prince of Play-: era. This life of Kdwin Booth, taken from Fleanor Ruggles' Book-of-the-Month novel, Is a fascinating story. But the angle of the Bloom girl interests me even more.

Despite the drastic actions of the American Legion against the Chaplin picture, no criticism fell on the young English actress From where I sit there are some Hudson Dunnt LAWLESS BREED IT GROWS ON TREES 4 IV In TMhnlrolor at 00, Mtt, STARTS TOMORROW AROVR A.NO BEYOND Red BaW PreS leu al.0 Rio Gron patrol TleA HOi-' Adulti 30c; Kidi COIOWtAL AnH I Jl. 4 1 M. 11. LOCW Bad n4 tbs Beaatiful." 1. 4 11 1 it.

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4 IV 40. COACH HOUSE "JennY Kltseit M. ob elaxe. Jl. Interesting side angles in the casting of Michael Wilding with Joan Crawford in "Why Should I Cry." Joana first MGM picture in 10 years.

In the first place the I. A. R. Wvlie story will he a musical and Crawford hasn't hoofed since) her "Dancing Daughter" days. personally, have never known of pulling a Donald O'Connor either.

But there must be some good reason why Wilding's "Scarlet Coat" has been postponed and Joan's Western at Republic set back so they can be teamed. This ia Mike's first on hia new MGM contract and" his first aince becoming a papa. Chuck Walters is set aa director. Neiv Home CINCINNATI Cincinnati will become the new national home of the Fraternal Order of Ragles "within the next aevernl months," the orrier'a board of grand trustees has decided. OPEN LAST TIMS TOnAT THE JAZZ SINGER Dinnr Tktmti Ptrr Lm la Ttrhsleslot at 1 11, TORPEDO ALLEY Mark Steni Dorothr Mlon MM, 102 TOMORROW Above An id Beyond Open T.dar i Fratur tO IH) at 5 SS, 1 11 NOW THRU TUESDAY At Our Regulor Admission Prices AT mii, GARDEN RESTAURANT tfi- 0orsr tl Niwt.n IUIH tnd Actinn Hll lMwi Mm kaiJasasaaaaaaaU duced a regular ticket purchased by the Courant.

General Manager Allan Stewart refused to mcccpt tha ticket and offered a refund to Foote. Foote refused. Stewart offered no explanation. The Courant said in a page one atory, however, that the theater management had previously accused Parker of writing "savage" reviews. Foote said he planned immediate legal action against the theater.

The Courant devoted space on M. an I TriritU t.I Mllnlhl Sk TmiIM tannr Thomaa eT Let JAZZ SINGER Color Bt Tochnirolor At l.m fftrr Liwford Joniro Rult ROGUE'S MARCH Al 5 I AT MIDNIGHT Ekanar Psrkar Robert Tarle AB0VI AND BEYOND Why don't you come in today snd learn to dance the Arthur Murray Way. It's quick and ey. Special races, special parties during his 40th Anniversary celebration, too! ARTHUR MURRAY 20 S. High HE-5161 $1175 Parliet and Banquuii 4926 Parking in Rear See These Great Stars 10 12 1:30 Park Fre Goodyear Blvd.

2 2S GJS ITS Parking Lot Sunset Inn- te WHAT'S THE HURRY, "JjirM OFF TO ARTHUR MURRAY'S FOR HIS 40th ANNIVERSARY A CELEBRATION The Wufd Comes fijhe WJAHA EDUVIL" THE WORLD'S FIRST FEATURE-LENGTH MOTION PICTURE in NATURAL VISION There' a delightful difference in the taste! BROILED CHICKEN It's Broiled NOT FRIED LIEIIW: TERRACE Cor, South Main Ext. and Portage Lakes Drive Sunday Dinner Special 3 IMENSION WEEK IN THRILLING 2ND Oher is the member of Alcoholics Anonymous who helps Lancaster and Liza Golm is seen as the neighbor. The picture is a frank one, with Lancaster and Mis Booth making frequent references to the unrestrained nature nf their courtship and the necessity of their wedding. This, pins the sex-happy college couple, make the film more realistic than what Hollywood usually turns out As a starkly honest and ahsorh-Ing story filled with compassion, "Come Back, Little Sheba" can be recommended as "must" entertainment to the discriminating adult moviegoer. A RT CULLI-SON.

UUJF.IXA TARSONS (INS) The big eye-opener today la that Sol Slcgel is negotiating for Clare Bloom, Charlie Chaplin'a leading lady in "Limelight," to return to I THE LAWLESS BREED Rnrk HitfUon AiUml IT GROWS ON TREES 1rnr Dunn Iin -laifr rUrUIRarUr Man to iht Moo Tl VO LI PARK PR EE THE PERIL TO WESTERN LIFE Underworld Guerrillas 7cTkt Vicious Years w'Jlso Canyon Raiders JUNGLE DRUMS OF AFRICA Dining Room FOOD OF DISTINCTION 4 This weU known dining place in downtown Akron ia noted for delicious funds. Wa cater to families. Thousands have enjoyed our food and home-llka and friendly atmosphere over the period of 30 years. Appetites jtlndly respond to the tempting dishes served by us. If you are looking; for something" different, try a Crisp Potato Basket filled with large pieces of chicken in rich cream sauce topped with salted almonds, a rare treat.

Prime Rihs of Beef, Kilet Mi-gnon. Sirloin Strip Steaks, Tender Young Chicken fried to a golden brown, with tender fluffy corn fritters served with maple syrup, and many other cholcea to select from. And don't forget wa have many Lenten specisls on the daily luncheons and dinners. For entertaining it's a must when guests come to Akron. Open every day XX A.

M. to 8:30 P. M. Free parking just around the corner at Russell Harp's Parking Iits on High St. opposite the Elks Club and rear of Masonic Temple.

Member of National Restaurant Association and Local, listed In Punean Mines' Adventures In Oood Fating. Make your Faster reservations early. tAV MM AaaaaaT Wonderful, full course BROILED CHICKEN DINNER OPEN FOR SEASON SPAIIG'S FROZEN CUSTARD SHERBET SUNDAES Home of Our Famous DIP-ETTES and Rich, Creamy-Thick MILK SHAKES 1823 Triplett Blvd. at Airport DELICIOUS STEAK AND SEAFOOD DINNERS HOMEMADE TIES a Best Actress come to a firmer understanding nf themselves la the story of the film. Lancaster definitely la miscast.

His youth and vitality show through his makeup. He's far from believable, especially in the early portions of the film. Sydney Blacknier, who played the role on Broadway would have fit the part better. MISS MOORE ts something else again. Her tantalizing interpretation of the college girl is touch-lngly effective.

Richard is good, too. ss her athletic boy friend. Philip DAYTON Mr PAL Ol SIrhlrit Wldmltk. Jntn THIIfP Or VRKICC Mrl Mente Pttil Chrttllin ROYAL la Strsi P4RK FRrE awi rs nsrtn Rork Hitdixn JoM Ailami it r.anws on iirts Inn Dunnt titan Jaii'r TALLMADGE BOOSTER CLUB HAM SHOOT AT I.KATHtaWOODS PARK SUNDAY AND HAM. Till Duik Kfnallt TallmaOia Ftra Dopt Neeei TUADMTnU 774 S.

inunniun Main si. CITY BENEATH THE SEA Rofcirt Ryan Mala Pswirt In Tachnicalor 2:30, 6:06, 9:41 IT GROWS ON TREES trans Dunna Dean Jogger Opon IS Start Frra Parklnf this JAZZ CiMfinnll Saa JlWaSMS TKMNICOUM I Bsos With Danny Thnmaa at I ts. 10 DA Plua ini Ttrhnlrolor Hll Montana Territory lan MrCatlMrr Wanda llrndtii at IK) soi UN Grant SI. M-I-IW Praa Parking at Itrmaro r.aa Slatlan Crnr at Cala and avltnwa On ttlark fram Thaatra flilltfran with parent vndar It admlllrS fr t.iwi.rss HRKr.n Rark Hndon Jntta Adant STI.rl, TRAP Jmrpk I nltrn Trrna Wrlkt PARKING FOR ,,000 CARS Call Vi for Private MI Plenty of Free Last Times Tonite to 3 SHOWS AT FRED LOWERY Wat HrtP HMrlt'i ftsttjrttt tar lr wny itain, CATHERINE TOOMAY Tha inprvdletabla ilnilnf eomHirnnc. FIRST TIME ON THt SCREEN I SIR WALTER SCOTT'S Technicolor fiflBfDT aylor-TaylorFontaine GtORGE EMUN yThot- girl in Of Their house- 1 7 Sh Jrl I Mi I1 i Oot 8' fu ou( of running hit hmyj -J tit 1 "4 WALT TRACY'S ORCH ESTRA HfImi Wltaa al tha flan, Ufa Blandhrlm, Tsralltt.

WONG'S for unusually flood Chinete and American food Adm. $1.00 I i it i 2 At Lovely 80 W. Bowery FR-8615 Open Dally and Sunday COMPLETE FAMILY STYLE DINNERS BURT LANCASTER Special for Sunday FAMILY STYLE SS FREE PARKING SHIRLEY BOOTH 10U ARE MADK TO FEF.L WELCOME AT WONG'S Youll Ilk thn tdKtpfully rlM-ornfed com fort nhln dining room th -fx-rHrnt food and quiet, ronrtHin Sfnlc, Von lwy very Hai wains' deliriously different Strickland's Frozen Custard Weather Permitting WILL BE OPEN DAILY STARTING TODAY 1809 Triplett Across from Akron Airport Come Back. CHINESE FOOD TO TAKE OUT! Little Sheba (h CHICKEN DINNER to-fn TERRY MOORE richaro jaeckel OitKtrt by 0I1 HKHH SimH ni WiNfiS llM lilt out ml olM at Ihiii DUdPLLYwapaoni) RESTAURANT AND COCKTAIL LOUNGE 655 N. Main BL-0482 PLUS THIS if "THAI SPECIAL ATRACTIONI We Cater To Parties and Banquets Saturday Night Special T-BONE STEAK DINNER SUNSET INN TWENTY DAZZLING MINUTES nt WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL GIRLS' Jit 3 KINGS and A Queen FOR VOI DANCING ri.EASI'RE SAT.

OUTSTANDING SHOWS Visit thi Tallmadge Tower Restaurant Where You Will Taste the Delicious Difference in Your Choice of Good Food Delightful Dlnlnj Room Add to Your Plrnaurc and Comfort Open Dally ItiSO to Tlenty of Parking Spm-e Cloned Mondaji Trlvate Dining Ronmt Avallnhle tor Banquets, Tartlen, Wedding For Reservation! Cll ME-S8IS Tallmadge Tower llcslaiirant Northwest Ave. (OiJhoga Fall Rt. 5.13, Tallmadge, Ohio doo open LflTE SHOW TONITE FRIDAY and SATURDAY AUDREY BAKER MAC HORN AVKt nivrtl i nMK-mav Plan In have your battling banquet at Suntrt Inn. Vie hare tome lovely, comjorlahle banquet room for private parties. Call Mldlake 900.1.

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