28:07; B&W; sound; V-195
DA073; M89-17
In this film, Wayne Ferris talks to Sen. George Smathers about his trip to Latin America. Most of the program deals with the communist threat to the Latin American region. The show is comprised primarily of footage shot during Smathers’ trip to various locations in the Caribbean and South America. Scenes include riots in Panama over control of the Canal Zone and footage of Fidel Castro shaking his fist and meeting with Russian leader Anastas Mikoyan. Later, there is footage of an interview by Miami reporter Dick Lobo with Generalissimo Raphael Trujillo of the Dominican Republic. The segment on Venezuela includes 1958 footage of Vice President Richard Nixon’s motorcade being stoned by angry protestors. There are a few brief scenes of Smathers meeting with Venezuelan President Bettencourt. There are brief shots of Haiti and Puerto Rico, including Smathers’ meeting with the Haitian President. Sen. Smathers comments that student exchange programs may improve relations with Latin America. Mr. Ferris closes the program with recommendations such as price stabilization measures, mineral quotas, market subsidies and improved foreign aid. Produced by WCKT of Miami.
117. COMPOSTING August 20, 1976
5:18; color; sound; V-244
AA462; S.1239
In this film, an organic farmer talks about the importance of composting, discussing different methods, and then demonstrates making a compost heap. Produced by WFSU-TV.
118. CONFEDERATE VETERANS CONVENTION 1914
16:15; B&W; silent; V-14
CA024; S. 828
This film was produced with titles, and shows the meeting of 40,000 Confederate war veterans in Jacksonville. They dance to fiddle music and many cars, horses, bands and flags are shown. The veterans are shown dining together in a mess tent. An electric street car goes by during a section titled "Sons of Confederate Veterans Parade.” An African-American loyal to the Confederacy is shown, as well as the "youngest vet." Produced by Mackey and Coutant Film Co.; sponsored by Florida Commercial Sound Films of Jacksonville.
119. CONQUISTADOR ARRIVING October 11, 1979
6:27; color; silent; V-75
BA010; S. 828
Actors dressed as a conquistador and a three-man crew arrive on a beach. A dinghy is overloaded and stuck in the sand. Then, when they are about to climb up a dune, cars drive through the background. The actors emote for the camera. This is composed of outtakes from another film. Sponsored by FDC.
120. CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES OF THE FLORIDA STATE ROAD DEPT NO. 1
Late 1950s
34:46; color; silent; V-91
EA001; P84-048
This film shows road building in Florida, including land clearing, drainage digging, pipe laying, grading, curb construction, limestone quarrying, tar spraying and asphalt laying. See BA156. Produced by Florida State Road Department.
121. CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES OF THE FLORIDA STATE ROAD DEPT NO. 2
Late 1950s
7:55; color; silent; V-101
BA156; P84-048
This film is a continuation of EA001, and shows more road construction. It includes concrete pouring and finished roads with traffic. Produced by the Florida State Road Department.
122. CORAL GABLES: THE GLOBAL CITY OF THE FUTURE n.d.
15:06; color; sound; V-14
CA063; S. 828
This film starts with a man navigating his yacht through a typical Coral Gables neighborhood with large houses on canals, swimming pools and docked boats behind each. He gets home, greets the kids, has a quick shower, gives the wife a peck on the lips, and then he is on a jet to Paris. The host/narrator then pitches his neighborhood from the streets of Paris. He continues the narration from London, Latin America and New York City, and then returns home. Then, various CEOs tell why they and their companies moved to Coral Gables. Throughout, the film shows scenes of “the good life,” education, industry, culture and entertainment. Produced by Associated Filmmakers International.
123. CORAL GABLES: THE FLAPPER AT 40 1965
14:30; color; sound; V-15
CA147; S. 828
This film was made in celebration of Coral Gables' 40th birthday. It shows Merrick Manor (with a coral gable), the residence of the Rev. Solomon Merrick, the first person to build in the area. The film shows many examples of architecture, landscaping and waterways. People wear 1920s costumes to a golf course and a party. Viewers see University of Miami buildings, shopping areas, commercial buildings, Matheson Hammock Park, Fairchild Tropical Gardens, War Memorial Youth Center, schools and residences. The film is taken from excerpts of an hour-long television program by WCKT-News, Miami.
124. COUNTY WITH A FUTURE n.d.
13:25;color; sound; V-15
BA080; S. 828
This film gives viewers a look around Putnam County, showing recreation, scenery, residences, festivals, schools, public buildings, downtown, shopping and the courthouse ground-breaking ceremony. Viewers see potatoes, flowers, cattle and poultry. Other scenes include the St. Johns River, trains, the airport, the paper and wood industries, fishing, football, a boat race, Ravine Gardens State Park, Cross Florida Barge Canal and a rodeo. Produced by Hallmark International Releasing Group; sponsored by the Board of Commissioners of Putnam County.
125. CRAB CANNING 1960
2:38; color; silent; V-203
P99-10 (Reel 5)
This film has footage of crabs being steamed and canned at a canning factory. Factory workers shuck oysters and crack, steam and can crabs by hand. The factory location is unidentified.
126. CRYSTAL RIVER NUCLEAR PLANT/ FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND Mechanical UNIVERSITY ART SHOW 1980s
11:26; color; sound and silent; V-187
BA233; S. 1239
This segment contains extensive silent footage of the interior of the plant. In a short interview, a plant administrator remarks on the history of the facility and on the construction of the plant. He discusses the advantages of nuclear power sources over those of fossil fuels, denoting American independence from foreign oil producers among them. Paintings from an art exhibit at Florida A&M University conclude the segment.
127. CYPRESS GARDENS n.d.
13:05; color; sound; V-15
BA032; S. 828
This film shows water skiing at Cypress Gardens, including a person in a tiger suit on skis, ballerinas in tutus, skiing barefoot backwards, kite fliers, a skiing clown and an 11-person pyramid. Viewers also see the scenic wonders of the Gardens, including birds, flowers and girls in plantation gowns. Produced by Cypress Gardens.
128. CYPRESS GARDENS – 25 YEARS 1960s
16:35; B&W; silent; V-78
CA168; S. 828
This film has a mixture of scenes shot over 25 years (until the early 1960s) at Cypress Gardens. It starts with a short comedy sequence. Then, American Indians dance around a group of ski stars on land and a skier greets a group of American Indians on a beach. Dick Pope drives a golf ball global around the property and goes from shot to shot driving a 1957 Continental pulling a trailer with his golf cart in it. Pope poses with Victor Borge. There is a synchronized swimming sequence, a segment that shows clowns skiing and footage of children jumping rope. Viewers also see the parking lot, ski show shots, hula-hooping Hawaiians, Hawaiians learning to ski, beauty queens and conquistadors parading and posing, a skier and a model in a boat, and Dick Pope playing piano on a raft towed behind a boat as a skier performs to his music. Produced and sponsored by Cypress Gardens.
129. CYPRESS GARDEN GIFTSHOP FILM 1950s
2:45; B&W; silent; V-205
DT006; S. 828
This is a short souvenir film comprised of scenes from Cypress Gardens. Visitors tour the park, take scenic riverboat rides and photograph the young southern belles who stroll the park daily. Produced by Cypress Gardens.
130. CYPRESS GARDENS SKI TEACHING SCOOTER n.d.
5:57; color; sound; V-13
AA019; S. 828
This film shows a group of 5- to 7-year-old children learning to water ski in a pool shaped like the state of Florida. A three-wheeled motorized cart with a boom arm and ski rope pulls them along in the pool. Then, a youngster and teacher ski on the lake. The film is silent up to this point. Viewers see scenes of tourists, flowers and belles in plantation gowns. Next is a game of outboard water polo, played by four couples in small fiberglass dinghies with a 5-foot diameter beach ball.
131. CZECHOSLOVAKIAN FOLK DANCERS 1950s
5:36; color; silent; V-192
FLAA007; S. 1579; Media 1979-26
This film shows Czech dancers from Masaryktown, Florida dressed in traditional attire. They perform the Beseda dance, accompanied by Jerry Psenka on accordion. It also shows Czechoslovakian folk dances inside the Stephen Foster Museum in White Springs, Florida. This film has outstanding color quality. Produced by Robert Leahy Studio.
132. The Daily Commercial 2001
25:00; color; sound
V-227; J. Hill loan
This is a documentary on the 125th anniversary of the Daily Commercial newspaper of Leesburg, Florida. The film features historic images of Leesburg and commentary by Leesburg historians George Rast and Jim Hill. Produced by the Leesburg Daily Commercial.
133. DAVID OF SARASOTA n.d.
14:30; color; sound; V-15
CA111; S. 828
This film shows the complex of buildings in Sarasota that includes the Ringling Art Museum, Asolo Theater, Museum of the Circus and the Ringling Home. Viewers also see the Players Community Theater; Florida West Coast Symphony Orchestra; Sarasota Concert Band; local schools; Sarasota High School; Sailor Circus; Ringling Brothers Circus; Emmett Kelly; artists Ben Stahl, Thornton Outes and Sid Solomon; author John D. McDonald and historian Arnold Toynbee. The film also shows outdoor recreation. Produced by Leroy Crooks; sponsored by Sarasota County Chamber of Commerce.
134. ANGELA DAVIS 1979
20:46; color; sound; V-237
DA095; S.1239
This film shows civil rights leader Angela Davis speaking at Florida A&M University’s Black History Month convocation. Her remarks include statements on human rights, political prisoners, apartheid, education, health care, black poverty and the state of affairs in the civil rights movement. There are several edits and some audio distortion, which do not impact the footage tremendously. There is also additional footage of Ms. Davis expanding on the topics from her speech. Produced by WFSU-TV.
135. DAYS OF SPAIN FIESTA 1974
12:40; color; sound; V-191
BA293; S.1239
St. Augustine’s Day of Spain Fiesta is highlighted in this film. The narrator traces the founding of St. Augustine, the establishment of Castillo de San Marcos and the construction of the city. Larry Moore of the St. Augustine Jaycees comments on the Fiesta. Mayor Fred Brancoff and St. Augustine’s “Royal Family” open the Fiesta with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Musicians perform and children compete for prizes at contest booths. A band of “gypsy dancers” performs and a mock battle between “French invaders” and “Spanish soldiers” ensues on a small stage for a few moments before the French are repelled. Produced by WFSU-TV.
136. DAYTONA BEACH RESORT AREA: THE AFFORDABLE FLORIDA 1970s
11:20; color; sound; V-22
BA053; S. 828
This is one of the few tourism films to use synch sound with the models. It features three couples: one retired, one with two children and a young married couple. They frolic in the surf, fish and shop. Viewers see attractions, nightlife and all of the usual pastimes. The film shows some old-time footage of car races on the beach and many contemporary vehicles on the beach. It also shows Disney World, Marineland, Silver Springs, the Daytona Speedway, Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse, Ormond Beach Hotel and Kennedy Space Center. Produced by Coronado Studios and Gouchenour Inc. Advertising; sponsored by the Daytona Beach Resort Area.
137. DAYTONA 500 1962
1:29; B&W; sound, V-234
AA529, S. 828
This film has action-packed scenes from the 1962 Daytona 500, including crashes and driver “Fireball” Roberts in the winners circle. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
138. DAYTONA 500 February 1964
2:00; B&W; sound; V-100
AA116; S. 828
This film has scenes of pre-race time trials, including several crashes and spinouts. It uses a camera mounted behind a driver in some shots. Then, viewers see scenes of a race, a car and a mechanic on fire during a pit stop, and winner Tiny Lund celebrating his victory. Produced by FDC.
139. D-DAY AT MARATHON n.d.
13:48; color; sound; V-22
CA035; S. 828
This film shows the construction of an artificial reef with the help of Goodyear and involved citizens of Marathon. It shows how tires are punched, squeezed and loaded with concrete. Navy LSM and private vessels are loaded with tires. All of them converge and begin dumping. There is underwater photography of tires hitting the bottom and sea life beginning to inhabit the tires. The film shows the Goodyear blimp Mayflower. Produced by Sonny Florida Productions.
140. A DAY AT THE ZOO Early 1960s
23:45; color; sound; V-79
DA027; S. 828
This film shows a family visiting the Jacksonville Zoo. It shows animals in concrete and chicken wire enclosures, elephants eating cotton candy from the visitors, and monkeys playing on their playground equipment. The narrator makes many cutesy comments as the animals are shown. The family has lunch and the film shows the snack bar with burgers, fries, corn dogs and snow cones being made. The zoo also features rides, including a merry-go-round, a roller coaster and a miniature train. Then, the zoo director and a city commissioner are seen and an animal "beauty contest" is shown. Produced by Russell-Barton Film Co.
141. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF MISS FLORIDA 1960s
12:32; B&W; sound; V-96
BA168; S. 828
Miss Florida, Gloria Brody, starts her day at the Colony Beach Resort in Sarasota and proceeds to visit other sites and attractions. She visits the Ringling Art Museum, Sarasota Jungle Gardens, Horn's Cars of Yesterday and the Circus Hall of Fame. Then, she shops on St. Armand's Key.
142. THE DEATH PENALTY late 1980s
2:17; color; sound; V-156
P93-013
This is a WSVN/Newscenter 7 special segment. Protesters from Amnesty International, a human rights organization, confront Gov. Martinez on his pro-death penalty stand. Martinez listens graciously, then reaffirms his commitment to keeping capital punishment in Florida. Videotaped by Bradley White.
143. DEEP SEA SPORT FISHING 1960s
1:30; B&W; silent; V-100
AA103; S. 828
This film features deep-sea fishing off of Panama City, showing a young boy and his prize swordfish catch. Produced by FDC.
144. DEER SANTA n.d.
3:50; color; sound; V-27
AA068; S. 828
In this film, "Santa's deer and their many cousins meet the happy children" at the International Deer Ranch, which is part of the Silver Springs attraction. Viewers see deer fed by hand, then explore the Florida Frontier (a nature trail) and see Santa at his winter home. The children throw coins into a flaming spring and pet baby animals in the animal nursery. Produced by Hack Swain Productions; sponsored by FDC.
145. DEKLE HOME MOVIE 1940s
23:35; color; silent; V-174
This home movie has scenes of both Florida and New York. It begins with New York in 1944, showing a cigarette billboard displaying the face of a member of the armed forces with smoke coming out of his mouth. Todd Dekle is standing on a busy street.
The film then moves to the Miami Fire Department, with O.A. Dekle on a fire engine and later playing horseshoes. Next is Todd Dekle starting a 1932 Chevy using the crank on the front.
146. DELAND/WEST VOLUSIA AREA Late 1970s
14:25; color; sound; V-22
CA149; S. 828
This film shows DeLand, Orange City, the Pioneer Art Settlement, bass fishing, water skiing and canoeing. Viewers see manatees in Blue Springs State Park, Hontoon Island State Park, DeLeon Springs, Old Methuselah Cypress Tree, Dunlawton Sugar Mill and Stetson University. The film has underwater photography. Produced by Glen Lau Productions.
147. DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION ca. 1947
8:00; color; silent; V-177
H-10
This is a home movie showing the Democratic National Convention in New York, including shots of the Empire State Building and Times Square. It shows WJZ-TV filming and convention hall shots. The interior shots are dark. Viewers see people touring the city and the Camel cigarette sign with a man blowing smoke out of his mouth. There is a great view of the city taken from the Empire State Building. Included in the footage are Leo, Sr., Judson, Belle and Barbara Kuebler.
148. DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS IN CONVENTION 1972
13:30; color; sound; V-22
CA130; S. 828
This film shows activities in Miami Beach during the Republican and Democratic conventions of 1972. It showcases the Miami Beach Convention Center with footage of a circus, industry shows and ice shows. Viewers also see demonstrators; candidates Richard Nixon, Spiro Agnew and George McGovern; and other politicians and celebrities, including Reubin Askew, Ted Kennedy, Ed Muskie, Hubert Humphrey, Thomas Eagleton, George Wallace, Henry Kissinger, John Wayne, Barry Goldwater, Frank Sinatra, Chad Everett, Sammy Davis Jr., and Charlton Heston. Produced by Coronado Studios; sponsored by the Tourism Development Authority of Miami Beach. .
149. D.O.T REPORT 1970s
13:26; color; optical; V-207
CA282; S. 828
Bob Considine takes the viewer on an “in-depth” look at the Florida Department of Transportation. The department plays an integral part in making Florida the “fastest growing state in the nation” by using the newest technology. Recent scientific developments like enormous punch-card computers, underwater bridge inspection and automated map drafting are new methods embraced by the department. Efforts to minimize disruption of Florida’s citizens, natural environment and historical heritage are aided by several full-time expert advisors. The FDOT is also a testing ground for revolutionary programs such as “Flash,” an emergency motorist distress system, free car wash sites on the Florida Turnpike and new forms of mass transit. Produced by the Hallmark International Films for FDOT.
150. DESIGN FOR WINNING n.d.
13:00; color; sound; V-25
BA003; S. 828
Steve Spurrier, Heisman Trophy winner and University of Florida star, describes various techniques for playing football. Ray Graves, Spurrier's college coach, says a few words as well. This leads to a pitch for orange juice at the training table. There are many scenes of Spurrier in action as a collegian and a professional football player throughout the film. Produced by Barton of Jacksonville; sponsored by the Florida Department of Citrus.
151. A DIP IN DIXIE n.d.
14:30; B&W; sound; V-25
CA018; S. 828
The Tarpon Club, the FSU Women's Swim Team, demonstrates synchronized swimming to minstrel show music and other tunes. Sponsored by FDC.
152. THE DISCOVERY OF ST. GEORGE ISLAND n.d.
26:40; color; sound; V-25
DA018; S. 828
Jose Ferrer is host and narrator, greeting the viewer from the dunes. He meets with professor William Rogers of the Florida State University History Department and hears the history of the area. Viewers see fishing boats and the causeway to the island. The film also shows footage of the annual seafood festival with the blessing of the fleet, aerial shots of Apalachicola, a memorial to Dr. John Gorrie (inventor of refrigeration) and comments from some residents. Viewers see oyster tonging, shrimping, the ferry to the island, and some scuba scenes after which the divers describe sunken wrecks. There is beautiful scenic photography of beaches, hammocks and a sunset. Produced by Peter Barton Productions of Tallahassee; sponsored by Leisure Properties Inc.
153. DISNEY: YESTERDAY AND TOMORROW April 23, 1966
13:30; color; sound; V-83
BA155; S. 828
Gov. Haydon Burns introduces our "new neighbor," Walt Disney. The film uses clips from Disney television shows and movies and scenes from the California park to introduce Florida to its newest theme park. It also uses scenes of Disney-created exhibits at the New York World's Fair. It shows color/sound footage of the Orlando press conference announcing Disney World. The film shows how Disneyland benefited Anaheim, California economically. There are testimonials in favor of Disney from Dick Pope of Cypress Gardens, Lamar Allen of the Florida Travel Council, William Johnson of FDC, Tom Pinta of Busch Gardens and Leonard Hutchinson of Miracle Strip Council. Produced by FDC.
154. DISNEY WORLD 1972
28:30; color; sound; V-8
DA011; S. 828
In this film, Disney World is described as "your complete vacation destination." A mariachi band greets a monorail in the hotel lobby and then heads off to the Magic Kingdom. Produced by Walt Disney Productions. Copyright Walt Disney Productions.
155. DIVERS AT WAKULLA SPRINGS April 29, 1977
24:01; color; silent; V-158
WV-15
This film shows divers in a cavern and near the lip at Wakulla Springs. Viewers see divers swim through the weeds, swim over the lip and swim through a sunken log. Schools of fish are shown. The divers in the cave swim along rocks on the bottom. This portion of the film is too dark. Viewers also see a diver with a mastodon bone.
156. DIXIE FROLICS 1963
2:30; B&W; sound; V-234
AA513; S. 828
Four southern belles in the 1963 Miss Dixie pageant frolic on the beach in a convertible and stroll the boardwalk at Daytona Beach, flirting and captivating passers-by as stereotypical 1960s television music blares in the background. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
157. DOG FIGHTING (Part I) 1970s
11:05; color; sound; V-130
BA222; S.1239
In this film, owners talk about their pit bulls’ innate aggression, describing why they make such good hunting dogs. A breeder talks about the "sport" of dog fighting. Produced by WFSU-TV.
158. DOG FIGHTING (Part II) 1970s
11:00; color; sound; V-130
BA221; S.1239
A breeder talks about how instinctively aggressive the pit bull is. The film shows the breeders' dogs and how they interact. The breeder estimates that there are about 250 "professional" dog fighters in the United States. He also discusses the gambling that takes place at dog fights and state legislation regarding the "sport." Produced by WFSU-TV.
159. DOG FIGHTING (Part III) 1970s
11:20; color; silent; V-130
BA 220; S.1239
This film has scenes of a dog running a track and chasing a baby doll in a cage. It also shows dogs tied up, but interacting in a friendly manner with other dogs, cats and children. The dogs appear very docile. It shows still photographs of dogs hunting and pulling pigs down by their ears. There is some actual footage of dog fighting. Produced by WFSU-TV.
160. DOG FIGHTING (PART IV) 1970s
20:25; color; sound; V-222
DA126; S.1239
Baker Davis, a Tallahassee-area dog fighting trainer, talks about his methods of training a dog for fighting, betting on matches, watching the fights for entertainment, rules and procedures for participation, and a local raid on a dog fighting match. He draws a diagram of a dog fighting pit, explains the procedures prior to a fight, and explains fight rules and terminology. Produced by WFSU-TV.
161. DOG FIGHTING (PART V) 1970s
22:00; color; sound; V-222
DA127; S.1239
This film features interview footage with Duncan Wright, president of the American Dog Owners Association. He comments on the growing interest in dog fighting and the sport’s inhumane and brutal qualities. He discusses his organization’s push to make dog fighting a federal crime. Produced by WFSU-TV.
162. DONALD DUCK CITRUS PRODUCTS 1960s
17:15; color; sound; V-8
CA125; S. 828
Donald Duck appears in cartoon sequences interspersed throughout this film about citrus processing. The film shows all the steps from the tree to the consumer. It includes processing juice to make powdered concentrate. Sponsored by Citrus World.
163. DON'T HOLD YOUR BREATH n.d.
5:00; color; sound; V-6
AA014; S. 828
In this film, a mermaid at Weeki Wachee demonstrates breath control by diving to the bottom of the spring and performing a free ascent, holding her breath for a total of 2 minutes and 13 seconds. Sponsored by FDC.
164. MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS 1980s
19:10; color; sound; V-153
P93-013
This video begins with Gov. Bob Martinez and reporters. It quickly moves on to a Cabinet meeting where James Eaton and Michael Rockland from Florida A&M University's Center For Black Culture are honored. Next, Marjory Stoneman Douglas is honored. Ms. Douglas talks about her commitment to Florida's environment, specifically about the cleanup of Lake Okeechobee. Videotaped by Bradley White. .i Martinez, Bob;
165. BEVERLY DOZIER/GOVERNOR REUBIN ASKEW 1970s
10:28; color; sound; V-236
BA412; S.1239
This is an interview with Florida Secretary of State Candidate Beverly Dozier aboard her campaign vehicle. There is footage of Mrs. Dozier talking with voters. Gov. Askew comments on the demands placed on his wife in her role as the first lady of Florida. Gov. Askew also comments on women in society, the opportunities available for women, and his support for the ERA amendment. He also remarks on appointing Dorothy Glisson as Secretary of State. Produced by WFSU-TV.
166. DRAGONS OF PARADISE – PART I December 5, 1977
28:20; color; sound; V-216
EA039; S.1239
This film is part one of a two-part program on Florida alligators. The film explains how the alligator survived for millennia, only to be hunted to near extinction in the 20th century. Several of Florida’s authorities on alligators, including Dr. Archie Carr of the University of Florida, Tommy Himes, David Deets of the Florida Game and Fresh Fish Commission and alligator expert Ross Allen, provide enlightening information on Florida’s most famous and least understood native resident. Produced by WFSU-TV.
167. DRAGONS OF PARADISE – PART II December 5, 1977
30:15; color; sound; V-216
EA040; S.1239
This film is part two of a two-part program on Florida’s most recognized reptile. Part two deals with the results of human encroachment into the alligator’s habitat. Concern for alligator population led to the addition of the alligator to the endangered species list. However, complaints of nuisance alligators and population growth caused them to be removed from the list after a only few years of federal protection. John and Roland Denise, former poachers turned state-sanctioned “gator hunters,” are shown on a hunting trip. Roland proudly displays a large axe he calls a “convincer” because it helps convince alligators to get into his boat. Ecologist Roy McDairmid of the University of South Florida and Dr. Archie Carr of the University of Florida scorn the Florida Game Commission’s decision to allow the sale of alligator hides gathered by hunters. Produced by WFSU-TV.
168. DUCKS AT WAKULLA SPRINGS n.d.
10:12; color; silent; V-159
WV-9
This film shows hundreds of ducks near the beach area of the spring.
169. ELECTRIC CHAIR n.d.
2:30; color; silent; V-239
AA414; S.1239
This film has shots of the electric chair, voltage gauges, a red control handle and the viewing chamber. The prison location is Raiford, Florida. Produced by WFSU-TV.
170. ELECTRIC CAR/ MG CAR SHOW October 29, 1975
11:42; color; sound and silent; V-222
BA359; S.1239
This film shows footage of an electric car in operation. The owner describes how the vehicle works and contests that electric cars are better for the environment and more energy-efficient than vehicles that operate on internal combustion engines. The film has additional footage of an MG automobile show at Wakulla Springs park. Several drivers participate in a blindfolded driving competition. Produced by WFSU-TV.
171. THE ELLIOT STORY 1950s
13:05; color; sound; V-3
CA070; S. 828
This film shows a retired couple exploring the Daytona Beach area. In this fictitious account, the couple looks around by taking off in a Beechcraft Bonanza for an aerial view. Later, they see shopping areas, homes and churches. They see an antique car and the races. Then, they see dog racing, jai-alai, golf, shuffleboard and lawn bowling. At the end, they change the total on a city population sign by adding two. Produced by McDavitt of Daytona Beach; sponsored by the Year 'Round Living Commission of Daytona Beach.
172. ELSIE THE COW AT CYPRESS GARDENS 1950s
2:40; color; silent; V-51
AA095; S. 828
Borden's Milk mascot Elsie the Cow and her calf Beauregard cruise a canal at Cypress Gardens aboard a pontoon raft. They disembark and pose with two young women wearing straw hats.
173. THE ENCHANTED KEY 1950s
9:33; color; sound; V-118
BA196; S. 828
E.W. Dutton filmed and narrated this look at seabirds in the Keys. This was made when the birds and Kodachrome movie film were plentiful.
174. EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT early 1980s
11:48; color; sound; V-120
BA 224; S.1239
The narrator of this film talks about the Equal Rights Amendment. She gives a good history on how the resolution evolved, and where it stood at the time the film was made. It repeats film footage. Produced by WFSU-TV.
175. ERA RALLY 1970s
4:00; color; silent; V-241
AA468; S.1239
This film has footage of a large pro-ERA protest at the Governor’s Mansion in Tallahassee. The protesters, including Betty Friedan and Alan Alda, march to the Capitol. Gov. Askew speaks to the protesters. Produced by WFSU-TV.
176. EVERGLADES HARVEST 1983
27:45; color; sound; V-223
DA091; S. 828
This film gives a detailed overview of South Florida’s sugarcane industry as a celebration of the “good country life” of the farmer. It was shot entirely in the Lake Okeechobee area. This film details sugarcane production in all of its phases, from planting, field burning, harvesting and milling, to loading the refined sugar into barges for shipment. It also covers the Spanish introduction of the cane plant into Florida in the 1500s, south Florida’s early sugarcane industry and the great hurricane of 1928. Several state and federal experts make short testimonials on sugarcane and the industries associated with it. Produced by Cinema East Miami and the Florida Sugar Cane League.
177. EVERGLADES WILDLIFE n.d.
11:06; color; silent; V-100
BA128; S. 828
This film shows scenes of otters, opossums, raccoons, deer, rattlesnakes, turtles and gators in the Everglades. There are shots of Glades islands that are rookeries, including storks, eggs in a nest, chicks in a nest, cormorant chicks in a nest, limpkins, roseate spoonbills, herons, skimmers, an owl, and an osprey and its young.
178. Expanding the Correctional Horizon 1970s
17:00; color; sound
V-228; P97-002
This video explains the Division of Corrections’ program for preparing inmates for their return to society after incarceration. The Corrections Training Institute provided data entry, welding, agricultural and vocational training to inmates. In addition, the program stressed the importance of improving communication between inmates and prison officials. This video, shot entirely inside Florida correctional facilities, contains scenes of prisoners participating in training activities. Produced by the Bureau of Criminal Justice Planning and Assistance.
179. FABRICATION OF BRIDGE SECTIONS 1950s
21:03; color; silent; V-113
CA251; P84-048
This is footage of the techniques involved in road and bridge construction, showing how cylindrical concrete supports and highway overpass sections are made. The parts are placed on barges and floated to the construction site. Then, the supports are pounded into the ocean floor. Afterwards, slabs are placed on top of the supports.
180. “FACE THE NATION” – KINESCOPE November 8, 1959
28:25; B&W; sound; V-215
EA038; M89-17
Sen. George Smathers appears on CBS’ “Face the Nation” program, where he fields questions posed by journalists William S. White, Russell Jones, William H. Lawrence and program host Stewart Novins. Sen. Smathers provides unscripted responses to inquiries regarding his prediction for a Democratic presidential candidate in 1960, the chances that he will run for president or vice president, the likelihood that the South will abandon the Democratic Party, Latin American issues, his assessment of Fidel Castro and integration issues. Produced by CBS.
181. FAMOUS PEOPLE IN TALLAHASSEE n.d.
23:10; color, sound; V-121
DA062; S.1239
This film has scenes of various people visiting Tallahassee, including Ronald Reagan, Ralph Nader, Hosea Williams, Arthur Ashe, Joyce Brothers, Lillian Carter, Beverly Sills, Rosalynn Carter, Mark Russell and Mohammed Ali. It also includes a short clip on Theodore Bundy's trial coverage. Produced by WFSU-TV.
182. FASTEN YOUR SEATBELTS July 1, 1966
7:15; color; sound; V-55
BA166; S. 828
This film is footage of an International Stewardess Contest. The girls pose, frolic and visit Miami Seaquarium, home of television star Flipper. They go to a beauty shop. The contest begins later that evening. The winner is from Guatemala. The film also shows Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach and Miami Beach Mayor Elliot Roosevelt.
183. ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF STATES PARADE n.d.
1:00; color; silent; V-145
AA270; S. 828
This film is a short piece of the Annual Mid-Winter Festival of States Parade in St. Petersburg with Gov. and Mrs. Spessard Holland. It is an incomplete film.
184. FIESTA OF FIVE FLAGS 1963
14:00; B&W; sound; V-3
BA078; S. 828
This is footage of a Pensacola civic celebration. There are reenactments, costumes, pageants and parades. The film shows an open house at the Naval Aviation Museum, an air show including Navy Skydive Demonstration Team "The Shooting Stars" under round parachutes, and the Blue Angels. There is also a sports car race and fishing with Ted Williams and Roy Martin. A speedboat race and water ski show follow. There is another parade at the end.
185. FIESTA OF FIVE FLAGS June 9-12, 1955
9:50; B&W; silent; V-89
BA014; S. 828
This film starts with a shot of a souvenir program showing the name and dates of the event. There are shots of a crowd on a pier as a group of costumed men arrive on a sloop. Next are scenes of pageantry and more of an indoor pageant. The parade has a few Seminoles, Miss Tallahassee, Miss Lake Charles, Miss Gainesville and others.
186. FIFTEEN YEARS WITH 4-WTVJ 1964
29:25; B&W; sound; V-95
DA044; S. 828
Host Ralph Rennick shows footage and stories that Miami TV station WTVJ collected in its first 15 years on the air. Mitchell Wolfson, co-host, founded the station, as well as Wometco Enterprises. There are scenes of the 1951 Orange Bowl Parade, the 1951 Senate Crime Hearings in Dade County on gambling, the 1954 LeRoy Collins - Charlie Johns debate, the 1957 Cape Canaveral Satellite launching, the death of an Italian boat racer at the Orange Bowl Regatta, Castro's arrival in Havana after taking power, Hurricane Donna in 1961, Orange Bowl football, return of soldiers from the Bay of Pigs, and President Kennedy's visit to Miami in 1963. This film is not to be used without permission from the Louis Wolfson Media Center in Miami, Florida.
187. FIGHTERS OF THE HUNDRED FATHOMS 1960s
13:51; color; sound; V-85
CA226; S. 828
Henry Shakespeare, founder of the company that makes fishing equipment, goes deep-sea fishing off Panama City. He also boards a research boat and sees a marlin tagging project. Several marlin and a few dolphins are caught.
188. FILMING “BENEATH THE TWELVE MILE REEF” 1953
8:00; color; silent; V-179
H-48
Gilbert Roland and Terry Moore are two of the stars shown in this home movie of the filming of “Beneath the Twelve Mile Reef” at Tarpon Springs. Many waterfront scenes are contrasted.
189. FILMING CECIL DEMILLE’S “GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH” 1952
8:43; color; silent; V-179
H-49
This is a home movie of the filming of Cecil DeMille’s “Greatest Show On Earth” in Sarasota. There is a parade through town with Paramount camera crews and large crowds of spectators. There is footage of Betty Hutton, Cornel Wilde, Gloria Graham and Dorothy Lamour.
190. “FIRST FEDERAL VIP” January 1, 1958
27:58; B&W; sound; V-204
EA025; M89-17
This is kinescope footage of Sen. George Smathers appearing on the “First Federal VIP” television show, hosted by former Florida Sen. Harry King. Sen. King opens the show with a brief biography of Sen. Smathers, calling him, “an exciting, stimulating and worthwhile American.” Next, there is an advertisement from the show's sponsor, the First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Miami, by Ed Gegenschatz. Sen. Smathers answers questions on a range of subjects. He denies a rumor that he and Gov. LeRoy Collins have made arrangements to run for each other’s elected positions in the coming election. He comments on the legislative schedule for the 85th Congressional Session and states that maintaining the peace will be their ultimate goal. He also discusses national defense, the federal budget and taxation. Produced by WCTV of Miami with sponsorship from The First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Miami.
191. “FIRST FEDERAL VIP” – KINESCOPE May 24, 1959
28:00; B&W; sound; V-215
EA037; M89-17
Sen. George Smathers appears on the “First Federal VIP” television show hosted by former Sen. Harry P. Cain. Their topic of discussion is U.S./Latin American relations. Sen. Smathers shares his opinions concerning aid programs, trade relationships and communist infiltration of Latin American countries. He explains plans for a Western Hemisphere International Court and an International Police Force in Latin America. He closes with comments on his Washington, D.C. meeting with Fidel Castro, who he hopes will effect some positive changes in Cuba. Produced by WCKT Miami.
192. FISHING FEVER 1960s
25:25; color; sound; V-98
DA057; S. 828
This film features freshwater and saltwater fishing with light tackle in Florida waters.
193. FISHING OFF BOCA GRANDE 1950s
21:00; color; silent; V-75
CA191; S. 828
This film has scenes of sport fishing off Boca Grande. Footage includes cabin cruisers, tarpon, fiddler crabs and a Seaboard Coastline train arriving at Boca Grande Station.
194. FISHING IN THE EVERGLADES n.d.
24:00; color; sound; V-79
DA029; S. 828
This film shows the Everglades environment and the wildlife in it. Viewers see National Park Headquarters, boardwalks with tourists, the Visitor's Center, the marina and campgrounds. There are many fishing sequences. There is good wildlife photography at the beginning of the film. Produced by Walter Harrison Smith Productions.
195. FISHIN' FUN IN SARASOTA COUNTY 1950s
25:25; color; sound; V-3
DA012; S. 828
This film has good shots of the Sarasota city waterfront, bridges and Venice jetties. It shows surf fishing off Englewood, bass fishing on the Myakka River, wade fishing in the shallows of Lemon Bay and tarpon fishing in the Gulf. It also shows fishing for sailfish in the Gulf with a nice tail-walking sequence. Produced by Capt. Marty Foster at Florida Film Studios Inc., Sarasota.
196. FISHING FOR FUN 1950s
21:00; color; sound; V-89
CA224; S. 828
This film is all about sport fishing. It starts out in Northern Michigan, then goes to a lake in New Jersey. Then, the action moves to Miami, showing fishing for sailfish in the Atlantic. Viewers also see bonefishing in the flats offshore and tarpon fishing in the mangroves along the Everglades. Some amazing leaps are seen. This is a good example of 1950s narration. The narrator exclaims to the people on camera, the fish and the audience with slang phrases, exhortations and clever comments.
197. FIVE OF FLORIDA'S FINEST 1960s
13:27; color; sound; V-91
BA189; S. 828
This film tells about five attractions in the St. Petersburg area: the Aquatarium, Tiki Gardens, Sunken Gardens, HMS Bounty and the London Wax Museum.
198. FIVE SUNDAYS IN MARCH 1970
26:10; color; sound; V-4
DA009; S. 828
Dick Stratton hosts this film showing five Florida sporting events. At the Doral Eastern Open in Miami, Joe Louis was in attendance and Arnold Palmer played. At the Citrus Open in Orlando, Palmer plays and comes in second to Bob Lunn. The Pensacola Country Club is the site of the Monsanto Open with Palmer and Gary Player. Hidden Hills in Jacksonville is the site of the sixth Greater Jacksonville Open with Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino and Palmer. The Country Club of Miami is the site of the 1970 National Airlines Open. Charming stewardesses from National act as hostesses. Gary Player, Pete Brown, Lee Trevino and Chi Chi Rodriquez play. Produced by Barton of Jacksonville; sponsored by Gulf Life Insurance and the Professional Golf Association.
199. FLIGHT INTO OBLIVION: STORY OF THE EVERGLADES KITE
14:30; color; sound; V-4
CA032; S. 828
This film describes the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District and its purpose. It tells how uncontrolled burns destroyed nesting areas and food sources of kites. There are shots of kites in flight and mating, as well as shots of their eggs. Viewers also see anhinga, a great blue heron and their nests. The film shows the feeding and first flights of some kite hatchlings. It tells how flood control helps maintain the food supply of the kite and helps ensure its survival. The film also shows the alligator, sandhill crane, wood ibis, great white heron, osprey, roseate spoonbill and bald eagle. It covers the environment of the Everglades and endangered species. Produced by Goodway Films; sponsored by Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District.
200. FLORIDA AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL UNIVERSITY: THE 100
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