Anna Lehr

Anna Lehr was a silent film actress from Austria."At The Majestic", Sheboygan Press, May 24, 1916, pg. 2.] She was married to Edward McKinn. Lehr had ample experience as a stage performeralso. ["Theatrical News; Regis Veiled Marriage", Trenton Evening Times, February 13, 1920, pg. 15.]

She became an experienced horsewoman after spending much of her life in the American west. She showed an abundance of courage once while filming "Civilization's Child" (1916) for Thomas Ince, a Triangle-Kay Bee feature. The screenplay was written by C. Gardner Sullivan. ["Smashing Photoplay", Ogden Standard, June 3, 1916, pg. 9.] There is a scene in which Russian cavalry charge over her as she lies prostrate on the ground. Lehr's fear was abated somewhat because of her belief that horses will not step on people except by accident. She made "Grafters" (1917 directed by Allen Dwan. Lehr was noted for her forceful personality and eloquent characterizations which she brought to life in parts like "Doris Ames" in "Grafters". ["Palace Theater", Grand Rapids, Wisconsin Daily Leader, October 20, 1917, pg. 2.]

In 1919 Lehr was chosen by David Powell to play in "Teeth of the Tiger". She was forced to withdraw and be replaced by Marguerite Cortot because of ptomaine poisoning. The movie was being filmed by Famous Players-Lasky in New York City. Lehr's continued absence necessitated the retaking of scenes which she had completed. ["News Notes From Movieland", Madison, Wisconsin Capital Times, July 31, 1919, pg. 4.]

She was sued by Chappell, Inc., in 1921 for nonpayment of $916.85 worth of hats, gowns, and cloaks. Lehr testified that shehad intended to pay for the merchandise but delayed after a sheriff and collectors began bothering her. Chappell contended that when she did not return to their store to make arrangements for payment, they had a right to send out to collect the amount owed them. Lehr's attorney sought dismissal of the case on grounds that Edward McKinn was made a party to the suit, but had not been served. The case was carried out in the Los Angeles, California court of Judge J.P. Wood. McKinn was in New York City at the time."Wants Husband Protected", Los Angeles Times, July 23, 1921, pg. II1.]

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