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Act III, Scene 1: Rising to Ruling (1933 -53)

Between 1933 the country, the county and Mount Vernon rose from the Depression through the pre-war and post-war booms. Eldon D Pollock built a small theater empire in the North Sound, culminating in opening the first Drive In theater north of Everett.

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April 2, 2026

1920s / 1930s / Decades / Elden W Pollock / First-Run Films / Main Players / Programming / Waldo Ives / Youth Programming

Act II: Ives Upgrades then Loses the Lincoln (1927-33)

The Ives, Wilbur the father, and Waldo the local son bought their way into the Anacortes and Mount Vernon movie markets. They invested in neon blade signs and projector and sound system upgrades, fending off Paramount Studios theaters in both markets.

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April 1, 2026

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Lincoln History: A Play in Four Acts

The story of the Lincoln Theatre unfolds in 4 acts spanning a century. This is a summary of the setting, actors, conflicts and their resolution.

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March 13, 2026

The Lincoln Theatre

Since the 1920s, the Lincoln Theatre has been a popular and essential part of the Skagit Valley. This performance venue features films, concerts, theatrical plays, and various other performances as well as being a premier location to host weddings, meetings, and other private events. The Lincoln remains central to the multi-cultural life of the Valley and beyond.