Jule Power

Louise "Jule" Power (1880 – February, 1932) was an American silent film and stage actress.^[1]

Jule Power
Born	1880 Portland, Oregon
Died	1932 Los Angeles, California
Other names	Jewel Power, Jule Power Bryant
Occupation	Actress
Spouse	Frederick E. Bryant ​ ​ (m. 1913, divorced)​ Edwards Davis ​ ​ (m. 1915; died 1932)​

Early life

Power was born in Portland, Oregon to Richard B. Power and N. L. Power.^[2] Her father died when she was young and she had to try to earn a living.^[2]

Career

She had frequently been photographed by E. W. Moore who brought her to the attention of Baker Stock Company.^[2] She did her first performance in 1905. Her first New York appearance was supporting Wilton Lackaye in Les Miserables.^[2] When she performed The Kingdom of Destiny in Oakland California, she delivered a benediction from the top of the brand new Oakland City Hall wearing her symbolic costume from the play as a promotional stunt.^[3]

She shifted to silent films in 1915. Her role in Gloria's Romance was noted in the press for the very fancy costuming, including an "Egyptian Ring"—an elaborate fur coat.^[4][5]

Personal life

Power had been married to Frederick Esmelton Bryant, an actor and stage director.^[6] She met Edwards Davis when the two were working together on the play The Kingdom of Destiny.^[2] She and Bryant divorced in a very public proceeding involving Davis and Adele Blood.^[6][7] She married Davis in 1915 following his divorce from Blood.^[8][9] She had one son, Bonnie.^[2]

Filmography

Year	Title	Role	Notes
1915	Her Mother's Secret	Bernice Archer
1916	Gloria's Romance	Lois Freeman
1921	The Silver Lining	Mrs. Baxter
1924	For Sale	Mrs. Twombly-Smith