A discussion recently took place at a C. E. M. S meeting in the Cathedral Hall on the question of the value of the cinemas, whether its influence was at present on the whole beneficial. There is a consensus of opinion that more rubbish is purveyed by moving picture producers than by those who…

(To the Editor, S. C. M. Post) Sir, – One good chuckle a day should be enough for anyone. I have more than my share from L. F. in St. John's Notes to wit: 'The fact that U.S.A produces 80-90% of all the films is not necessarily sufficient to condemn them.' One wonders if L. F. has…

The great trouble with the films today is that they are made mostly in Hollywood and mostly for Monkeyville,' said Mr. T. C. Elder, managing director of the Stoll Film Studios, Cricklewood, who presided at a luncheon given at the Connaught Rooms by representatives of the staff of the studio…

(By Jingle for the S. C. M. Post) We went to a film show last week and learnt quite a lot about London. A view of the Thames showed the river to be a raging torrent, while a member of Parliament was seen to be addressing the House in a drunken state. Altogether, we had a very enjoyable evening…

Wanted: Pathe Baby projector, latst model, with camera, complete outfit. Also cinema camera for standard size films. Apply to box no. 637, care of 'S. C. M. Post.'

(To the Editor, S. C. M. Post) Sir, – It has been my privilege to view several very excellent pictures at the Queen's Theatre, but of late the pleasure of viewing these pieces has been considerably marred by the poor music accompanying them. Last evening, I went along to see 'Captain…

D. W. Griffith presents 'Sally of the Sawdust' with Carol Dempster and W. C. Fields, adapted by Forrest Halsey from a story by Dorothy Donnelly. Illustration included.

D. W. Griffith presents 'Sally of the Sawdust' with Carol Dempster and W. C. Fields, adapted by Forrest Halsey from a story by Dorothy Donnelly. Starting today at ordinary prices. Illustration included.

(By H. W. R. to the S. C. M. Post) When the time comes to write the story of the rise of the moving picture there will, I believe, be found two names that will 'lead the rest;' those of Charles Chaplin and D. W. Griffith. David Wark Griffith has been called the Dickens of the screen.…

Today till Saturday, D. W. Griffith presents Carol Dempster and W. C. Fields in 'Sally of the Sawdust.'

Today at 2.30, 5.15, 7.15 and 9.15, D. W. Griffith's comedy classic, 'Sally of the Sawdust' in 10 reels, with Carol Dempster, W. C. Fields and an all-star cast.