The Marchesi brothers, owners of a midwestern string of theatres, plan to open their newly-constructed theatre on East Stephenson street in about two months. The drawing shows the architects conception of the new front of the theatre, including a sweet shop which will be run as an adjunct to the theatre is shown. Alex J. Clawson is the decorator and architectural designer of the theatre, which will include he said, the latest in seating, movie projector, sound system, screen and other facilities. Howard Beck is the local manager of the present State theatre and will continue as manager of the new State.

Contributed by Karen Fyock - March 3, 1948 clipping