Dreamland Theatre
Ogden, Utah
Charles and George Driskell were managers of the Dreamland Theatre on Washington Avenue for most of 1908. They made improvements to the playhouse in March, including the addition of landscape panels on the walls made by local artists. In August, the Dreamland added a second projector, eliminating the need for intermissions at reel changes. A claim by George Driskell that he had “worked with untiring energy” to secure exclusive engagements at the Dreamland provoked a strong response from R. W. Strong with 20th Century Optiscope, who claimed the entire credit for resolving booking conflicts lay with the national Film Service Association. Two months later, the Dreamland reopened under the management of Fred Tout and Fred Anderson.
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New Ogden project to be called 'The Junction'
Downtown hope: The name evokes historic legacy, symbolizes a modern-day turning point for city
Salt Lake Tribune, 15 February 2006
Article Summary:
The name of the redevelopment project that will replace the failed Ogden City Mall is “The Junction”. The Boyer Company announced the name during a meeting of the Ogden Redevelopment Agency Board. Boyer chose “The Junction” for its allusion to Ogden's railroading history and nickname, “Junction City”. Another name that was considered was “The Summit”.
The Treehouse Children's Museum is nearing completion and Larry H. Miller plans a 12-screen cinema complex. Salt Lake City developer David Earnshaw plans a six-story building with luxury condominiums, a grocery store and offices.
The old Ogden City Mall lost most of its 125 shops before the city bought it and put it out of its misery.