Famous Film Folk

Two hundred forty-one stars of the silent screen, photographed and profiled in 1925 — Barrymores and Beerys, comedy kings and serial queens, each with the studio portrait that made their face famous.

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Mahlon Hamilton

MAHLON HAMILTON was born in Baltimore, Md., on June 15th., 1885, and was educated there and at the Maryland Agriculture College. Shortly after graduation, he came to New York to make a name for himself behind the footlights. After a few highly successful years on the stage, he made his debut in motion pictures as a star in a serial picture. "The Hidden Hand" and it is interesting to note he has recently completed another serial, the only other in which he has ever appeared. Mr. Hamilton is an ardent golfer, and whether he be in New York, Los Angeles or England, the three places between which he divides his time, every idle moment is spent on the course. He is 6 feet tall, weighs 185 lbs., and has light brown hair and blue eyes.

Mahlon Hamilton — from Famous Film Folk (1925)
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