C R A T O S

CRATOS extends our deepest sympathies to to family of George Baldwin, who passed away on Saturday, December 26th, 2009 at the age of 90.

George was a founding member of CRATOS, having presided for many years as treasurer of the organization.  George and the Paramount Theatre’s Mighty Wurlitzer were a fixture of the community for decades, [...]

Since the consoles of both the Paramount’s Wurlitzer and TCR (Iowa Theatre) Rhinestone Barton were damaged beyond repair in the flood of June 2008, CRATOS and CRBI (Cedar Rapids Barton, Inc) have engaged in joint efforts focused on the preservation and restoration of both consoles. Subsequent inspections of both installations have revealed [...]