"I cannot understand why it is necessary to have these moving picture theatres so gloomy and uncomfortable." "It isn't necessary," replied Uncle John.

"It's merely a habit the builders have acquired.

There seemed to be a total lack of ventilation in that place." "No one expects much for ten cents," Arthur reminded him.

"If the pictures are good the public will stand for anything in the matter of discomfort." "Did you notice," said Patsy, slowly, "how many children there were in that theatre ?" "Yes, indeed," answered Beth.

"The pictures seem to be an ideal amusement for children.