AMUSEMENTS

Greymouth Evening Star, 23 February 1929, Page 2

AMUSEMENTS

OPERA HOUSE—TO-NIGHT. The reason why g'uns were considered fashionable in the West is depicted in “Gun Gospel,” a First National Picture starring Ken Maynard, to be screened to-night. “Gun Gospel” deals with the fading of the Western gunman It has a tremendous romantic appeal. Maynard, who is renowned for his spectacular and daring stunt riding, far surpasses anything he has done to date. SUNDAY BENEFIT. In “Daredevil’s Reward,” a Fox Films production starring Tom Mix, which is scheduled for the Sunday night picture benefit at the Opera House, Mix is cast as a ranger masquerading as a highwayman. In the cast are Natalie Joyce, William Welsh and Harry Cording.

“THE KING OF KINGS.” At the Opera House on Alonday and Tuesday next, and special matinee Monday afternoon at 2.30, CeciJ B. Be Mrlle’s masterpiece, “The King of Kings,’’ will be presented. “The King of Kings’’ cost £400,000. Fourteen thousand' people appear, of whom 300 are featured players and 124 actual stars. The earthquake scene stands unparalleled, and four thousand feet are in technicolour. These are characterisations that remain for all time brilliant cameos of perfect acting, also gigantic settings, with special musical score. JAZZLAND DANCE. Don’t miss the League dance to-night in the Oddfellows’ Hall. Special at-' traction and novelties dance for the occasion. The popular girl and boy contest will be a novelty. A valuable trophy will be awarded to the winners. Citizens’ full orchestra, and a firstclass floor will make the evening enjoyable. A. & P. DANCE The dance held in the United Pavilion on Thursday evening in connection with the A. and P. Show proved enjoyable. Mr. De Freitas was M.C. and the music was supplied by Williams’ orchestra. Extras by Miss Seebeck and Mr. T. Coates were greatly appreciated. Mrs. Lindop and her capable ladies’ committee were responsible for the supper arrangements. * >

EXCURSION TO SEVEN MILE. In pursuance of its policy to serve the public to the best of its ability, the Railway Department has decided to run on Sunday excursion trains to the Seven Mile Beach. Three trains will leave Greymouth at times advertised, and three will return, picking up Runanga people at Mill Ctreer ' ossing and Seven Mile Road. Should this excursion, the first of its kind, be well patronised to-morrow, it will be the forerunner of many others of its kind. The beautiful Rapahoe Beach ami Esplanade is always a popular resort and an ideal place for a day in the sunshine. Seekers after perfect health should grasp this opportunity. Should the weather prove unfavourable, the trains will not run. For the convenience of visitors, afternoon tea with refreshments may be obtained at the Seven Mile Hotel to-morrow.