Frame Grab from A Thief Catcher (Feb 19, 1914)

[Louie Despres]

"Laugh and Grow Fat" might become Slapsticon's new advertising slogan.

Most of the ads were just a listing for the new Keystone film or such and such theater was showing it this week.

[Richard M Roberts]

"Laugh and Grow Fat" might become Slapsticon's new advertising slogan.

I always seem to lose a few pounds during Slapsticon, it's the hardest week I work all year.

And in this weight-crazed and frequently humorless nation, I think this might scare some serious skinnies off.

Better yet, since we're showing Abbott and Costello rarities this year, lets take the line from their song:

"Laugh, Laugh, Laugh, There's lots to be thankful for."


RICHARD M ROBERTS