AMUSEMENTS, MEETINGS, ETC.

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXXVI, Issue 18259, 18 August 1921, Page 8

AMUSEMENTS, MEETINGS, ETC.

THE GRAND. TOM MIX IN “THE TEXAN.” Tom Mix’s company, which recently completed filming “The Texan,” a William Fox production from the novel by James B. Hendryx, which is to open at the Grand Theatre to-night, succeeded in obtaining some excellent material for the picture during the big championship rodeo held at Prescott, Ariz., as part of the “Frontier Days” celebration. The daring exploits of the cowboys during the steer bulldogging events, the broncho “busting” and contests of skill with the lariat, as recorded on the film, will be interesting to persons all over the country—especially to followers of the Western type of story. Incidentally, many of Mix’s cowboys, who figure in every Mix picture, entered the events and several succeeded in carrying away first honors. Every puncher entered made a good showing, which is remarkable, inasmuch as they were competing against men fresh from the ranges The supports include “The Diamond Queen” No. 5. A two reel Sunshine comedy, “His Fiery Beat.” Mutt and Jeff Cartoons and Fox’s Worlds News. Early application for seats is advisable as the ’plans are rapidly filling. PARAMOUNT MUNICIPAL PICTURES. “MIDSUMMER MADNESS” ON SATURDAY. A Pararjiount Super-Production is announced for screening at the Opera House on Saturday afternoon and evening and also on Monday. The film is called “Midsummer Madness,” adapted from Cosmo Hamilton’s brilliant society newel. “His Friend and His Wife.” Patrons are advised to book seats at once at Jones. SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF TEMPERANCE. On Tuesday evening the monthly meeting of the Sunbeam Division was held in the Central Hall, the W.P., Bro. Hewitson, presiding. One candidate was initiated, and two proposed for membership. At the conclusion of the business an invitation social was held, there being a good number of visitors present, also representatives from kindred societies, as follows : —Hibernian, Air zOiern; .C.T.U., Mrs Grant; Unity Lodge of Good Templars. Mrs G. Siddells; Recabites Mr JEL Turner. Bro'. F. W. Ansley, M.W.A. of the National Division, occupied the chair. The programme opened with the singing of the National Anthem. An apology was received from Bro. Rev. Stanley Jenkin for non attendance. The following contributed items : —Wanganui East orchestra, several selections; song, Mr A. Rassmussen (encored); song, Bro. Bolton; song, Bro. A. Hewitson; song, Mr Tiszard (encored); recitations, Miss V. Jarvis and Miss Saxton (2). The Joy Boys delighted all present with the rendering of several quartettes, all of which were deservedly encored. The D.M.W.P., Bro H. Allen, on behalf of the Division, welcomed the representatives, all of whom responded. A good supply of refreshments, in charge of Sisters Mrs Kendell, F. Ansley, and others, were handed round and 1 much appreciated. At the conclusion, 1 Bro. Geo. Simpson mo vied a hearty 1 vote of thanks to all who had helped I towards a successful gathering. Miss M. Simpson and Messrs Walpole ; juu. and E. Hambly made very accomj plished accompanists. A most enjoyable i evening concluded with the singing of I Auld Lang Syne.