Was managed by Lester Persall at some point, possibly in the late 50’s. Apparently Lester pulled some funny publicity stunts, he would have “state night” where a carload would get free admission if they had a licence plate from the state on the marquee. Of course he never put Florida on there until one night during a thunderstorm. He also hired an ambulance to take away a patron who “fainted” during a horror film.
Also, I’ve got a closing date – it closed on April 30th 1996 with “Sgt. Bilko” and “Jumanji”.
Opened on March 14, 1952 with “Canadian Pacific”. Also Mrs Brackin’s first name was Fannie, which I assume is where the drive-in name came from. Her husband, Walter Brackin died in 1947.
Opened on June 7, 1957 with “Strategic Air Command” and “7 Men from Now” plus a color cartoon. Also had an indoor seating area for walk-ins. Opened by Jim Boyd with space for 600 cars and 140 indoor seats.
According to a small article in the Casper Star-Tribune on May 8, 1949 a drive-in was opened by Clinton D. Paul in the same area, could this be the same drive-in?
“RIVERTON: Clinton D. Paul will open his new Drive-In Sunday. The establishment is located at Seventh and Main and is housed in a modern, new building with complete new features and facilities. The parking space includes 11,500 feet.”
This drive-in actually opened as the “Delta Drive-In Movie” on March 10th 1955 with “Cobra Woman”, it was sold to Moses Sliman and William Elias in April 1956. It was then renamed it to the Elias.
Opened on April 17, 1954 with “Silver City” and “Desperate Search”.
Was managed by Lester Persall at some point, possibly in the late 50’s. Apparently Lester pulled some funny publicity stunts, he would have “state night” where a carload would get free admission if they had a licence plate from the state on the marquee. Of course he never put Florida on there until one night during a thunderstorm. He also hired an ambulance to take away a patron who “fainted” during a horror film.
Also, I’ve got a closing date – it closed on April 30th 1996 with “Sgt. Bilko” and “Jumanji”.
Closed in the mid-1970s.
Was actually open as early as 1951 and looks like it closed in 1985.
Opened on March 14, 1952 with “Canadian Pacific”. Also Mrs Brackin’s first name was Fannie, which I assume is where the drive-in name came from. Her husband, Walter Brackin died in 1947.
It looks like the August 4th date was the opening date as well, apparently they had zoning issues which delayed it’s opening.
It was still open in May 1975 as well.
Opened on May 28 1954 with “Branded”.
Actually opened on January 29, 1961 with “Bells Are Ringing” and “Fastest Gun Alive”. Elmo Howard purchased it in mid-1970 renaming it the Chapparal.
Opened on June 7, 1957 with “Strategic Air Command” and “7 Men from Now” plus a color cartoon. Also had an indoor seating area for walk-ins. Opened by Jim Boyd with space for 600 cars and 140 indoor seats.
Opened in mid-May 1957, owned by Earle C Strebe and managed by his brother Warren Strebe.
It was open as early as 1947.
The original Pine Drive-In appears to have opened in 1950. Francis McWeeney was the owner in 1952.
Opened on May 24, 1951, closed in the late 70’s.
Sadly it looks like this one might be closed for good now.
Yes but it’s now called The Black Mountain Inn.
Approximate address is 52 Fairground Rd.
Opened on August 1st, 1949 with “Another Part of the Forest”.
Was open as early as mid-1952, there was a funny job ad for a projectionist in the Raleigh Register looking for someone “sober and reliable”.
Opened on July 11, 1954.
Was still operating in 1993, Del Mumby was the owner. Also the concession building still stands.
According to a small article in the Casper Star-Tribune on May 8, 1949 a drive-in was opened by Clinton D. Paul in the same area, could this be the same drive-in?
“RIVERTON: Clinton D. Paul will open his new Drive-In Sunday. The establishment is located at Seventh and Main and is housed in a modern, new building with complete new features and facilities. The parking space includes 11,500 feet.”
Opened on November 11th 1971 with “The Notorious Daughter of Fanny Hill”.
Appears to have closed in the late 1980’s.
This drive-in actually opened as the “Delta Drive-In Movie” on March 10th 1955 with “Cobra Woman”, it was sold to Moses Sliman and William Elias in April 1956. It was then renamed it to the Elias.