FLORIDA FORWARD Late 1950s
20:00; color; sound; V-6
CA044; S.1579
The key to the FDC collection, this film tells in Kodachrome the story of the Florida Development Commission and the materials they handle, including brochures, coupons and photos. It shows photographers at work with models. The cinematographer uses a Kodak Cine-Special and one photographer goes underwater. A family arrives at the Welcome Center and gets a glass of orange juice. There are some industrial scenes, an aerial shot of the Old Capitol and a shot of the Sunshine Skyway. The film describes the Hospital Division and the Surplus Property Division. There is an introduction by Gov. LeRoy Collins and J. Saxton Lloyd (Chairman of FDC). The film shows an FDC meeting. Produced by Carey-Swain Inc.; sponsored by FDC.
240. FLORIDA FOR FUN AND PICTURES n.d.
26:15; color; sound; V-6
DA019; S. 828
This film shows a steamboat replica on the Suwannee River, shell collecting on Sanibel Island, an Ormond Beach antique car, races at Daytona, and other scenes on a tour of Florida. Every now and then someone is seen taking movies or still photos. There is good NASA footage of activity at Cape Canaveral. At Cypress Gardens, the narrator gives exposure settings. It covers Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Ocala, St. Petersburg, Everglades, Homosassa Springs, Disney World, Parrot Jungle, Lion Country Safari, Citrus Tower, Truman Winter White House and Hemingway Home. The film shows gators, hippopotami, thoroughbred horses, tropical birds, flamingos and African animals. Viewers see airboat and shrimp boats. Produced by Eastman Kodak.
241. FLORIDA GIANT REPTILES n.d.
10:30; color; sound; V-12
BA004; S. 828
This film has a few shots of the Florida crocodile, scenes of gators in the wild and shots of a man with a gator skull. There is a great sequence of a game warden handling a nuisance gator in which the warden's thumb is bitten and the gator's jaws are pried apart to free the thumb. The gator is hog-tied, muzzled with thick rope, strapped to the hood of a jeep and released into a river. Loggerhead turtles are shown swimming and laying eggs. Viewers also see their eggs hatching and their young heading for the water.
242. FLORIDA: GOLF CAPITAL n.d.
14:20; color; sound; V-12
BA101; S. 828
This film focuses on golf. It shows Doral Country Club, which includes pool, tennis and horseback riding. It also shows the Diplomat Hotel & Country Club, Hollywood Beach Hotel, and i.Rolling Hills Lodge and Country Club. Various pros, including Sam Snead, are shown. On the west coast, viewers see the DeSoto Country Club. Produced by Beckley Films and FDC; sponsored by Eastern Airlines.
243. FLORIDA GOVERNORS WITH PROMINENT POLITICAL FIGURES
1960s and 1970s
13;00; color; silent and sound; V-208
BA318; S.1239
This film includes still shots of Gov. Claude Kirk with his wife Erika giving speeches and talking with Gov. LeRoy Collins (silent). Gov. Reubin Askew introduces U.S. Sen. Edmund Muskie, who has been invited to attend a Florida Cabinet session. He compares Florida’s unique Cabinet system to the executive Cabinet system of Maine. He praises the new progressive Democratic leadership of the south (sound). Farris Bryant introduces first lady Ladybird Johnson, who speaks at Florida State University’s Ruby Diamond auditorium. She comments on her “whistle-stop” tour of the south, education issues and Florida’s role in the space program. There is additional footage including Luci Baines Johnson, who is pictured wearing an Indian headdress. Sen. Claude Pepper and Sen. George Smathers are also present. Produced by WFSU-TV.
244. FLORIDA GULF COAST HOLIDAY 1960s
14:30; color; sound; V-12
CA028; S.828
This film begins in Pensacola. Viewers see Fort Pickens, Blue Angels and the Naval Air Station. The film moves to Panama City, where viewers see people frolicking in the surf and teens with a guitar. In Tallahassee, the film shows Apalachee Parkway toward the Old Capitol, FSU and Killearn Gardens State Park. Viewers see Rainbow Springs' "submarine boats" and Weeki Wachee. At Tarpon Springs, a diver puts on a suit and jumps in. Also shown are Tampa Bay hotels, fishing party boats, tarpon fishing, horse and dog races, jai-alai, baseball spring training, golf, boating and skiing. The film also shows Cypress Gardens, Busch Gardens, Sarasota's Horn's Cars of Yesterday and Sarasota Jungle Gardens. Viewers see the Ringling Brothers Circus in Venice, the Edison Home in Fort Myers and the Caribbean Gardens in Naples. Produced by Beckley Films and FDC; sponsored by Eastern Airlines and FDC.
245. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #2 1950s
12:00; B&W; silent; V-135
Highway Patrol Loan
This film contains accident scenes showing dead and injured people being removed from wrecked cars and damaged automobiles being pulled from ditches.
246. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #3 November 4, 1964
5:00; color; silent; V-135
Highway Patrol Loan
This film shows groups of men playing "rioters." They taunt patrolmen as they practice riot control maneuvers at the Orlando airport.
247. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #4 February 24, 1971
9:30; color; silent; V-135
Highway Patrol Loan
Florida highway patrolmen at Camp Blanding practice marksmanship on a shooting range. There is pop-up target practice with machine guns and shotguns. The end sequence is a riot formation by uniformed troopers.
248. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #6 April 22, 1969
31:00; color; silent; V-135
Highway Patrol Loan
A trooper in uniform demonstrates equipment and techniques used in riot control. His "antagonist" is a patrolman disguised as a hippie with a long wig and peace symbols on his clothes. The next sequence is an FHP official inspecting troops and addressing the camera. Then, a group of troopers practice marching and riot formations. Next, the film shows riot formations with a riot truck. Then, it shows S.W.A.T. team training and more of the above-referenced subjects.
249. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #13 1964
26:00; B&W; sound; V-157
Highway Patrol Loan
This film provides excellent coverage of the St. Augustine race riots. The film shows demonstrations by African-Americans on Butler Beach in St. Augustine, counter demonstrations by whites, speeches made by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Gov. Farris Bryant, and speeches by segregationists such as the Rev. Connie Lynch, Richard "Hoss" Mannussey and Klansman J.B. Stoner. Highway patrol are sent in to assist local law enforcement officials.
250. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #14 1950s
18:15; color; sound; V-136
Highway Patrol Loan
This film is narrated by Reed Gardner. It shows the process of "turning men into highway patrolmen." The roving camera perspective through patrol school shows men engaged in personal hygiene, exercises, first aid instruction, marching drills, classroom instruction, attending a lecture by a psychologist on hit-and-run evidence, moving through the chow line, learning self-defense, apprehending offenders, handling fires, using a Harger Drunkometer, using fire arms, taking examinations and graduating.
251. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #18 1964
23:44; B&W; silent; V-136
Highway Patrol Loan
This is raw footage of film #465 (FHP#13). It includes some scenes not shown in 465, but has no sound. The film quality is poor.
252. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #20 1960s
2:43; B&W; silent; V-136
Highway Patrol Loan
This film shows recruits in classes undergoing DWI training. One recruit, obviously under the influence, is made to go through a series of exercises. It is pretty funny, even without sound.
253. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL #29 1950s
11:12; B&W; silent; V-136
Highway Patrol Loan
This film seems to have a drivers' education theme. There are scenes of classes, a parade, eye examinations, license printing and stock car racing.
254. FLORIDA'S INAUGURATIONS 1960s
14:00; color; sound; V-77
BA140; S.828
This film starts with excellent aerial footage of the Old Capitol. It describes the inaugural format, showing the Burns inauguration, including the taking of the oath of office. It uses black and white photos and footage of the Sydney Catts inauguration (1917), and color footage of several more recent ones. There are scenes of inaugural parades and the Burns inaugural ball. Produced by FDC and Barton Film Co.
255. FLORIDA INDUSTRIES EXPOSITION 1964 April 1964
8:10; B&W; sound; V-12
BA034; S.828
After brief introduction, Gov. Farris Bryant gives a speech. Wendell Jarrard, Chairman of FDC, gives a speech at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, using a uranium-tipped wand that activates a General Electric knife. Miss Florida waves the wand, which was used by President Kennedy to start the Hanford, Washington nuclear plant. More shots of the display hall are shown. The location is Orlando. Produced by FDC.
256. FLORIDA INDUSTRY ON PARADE – INSURANCE CO n.d.
4:22; color; sound; V-45
AA102
Jacob Bryan, president of Independent Life and Accident Insurance Company, shows his company and tells how confidence in Florida is why it was located here. Viewers see the printing department, loan department and computer center. The first sequence sound is out of sync, but is corrected later in the film. Produced by Russell-Barton Film Co. of Jacksonville.
257. FLORIDA INDUSTRIES ON PARADE: McARTHUR DAIRIES 1960s
4:30; B&W; sound; V-234
AA500; S.828
Mary McArthur and Bill Wilkerson take the viewer on a tour of the production process of their dairy. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
258. FLORIDA'S INLAND OCEAN n.d.
4:50; color; sound; V-96
AA050; S.828
This film has vistas of the waterways near Eustis, showing boating and fishing.
259. FLORIDA IN MARCH 1948
10:00; color; silent; V-178
H-18
This home film begins with scenes of Tarpon Springs and moves on to the Tampa banana docks, showing workers unloading bananas from the boats and Bayshore Boulevard. There are yard scenes at the Stalmakers and views of their orange groves and flower beds.
260. FLORIDA'S KINGDOM OF THE SUN 1964
13:40; B&W; sound; V-18
CAl53; S.828
This is a long version of AA046. Viewers see Marion County with Silver Springs (including Deer Ranch and Ross Allen Reptile Institute), which contains the Prince of Peace Memorial with its hand-carved dioramas. The film also shows Six-Gun Territory and Juniper Springs, with underwater photography of a fish biting a hook. Then, it shows citrus, cattle, horse farms and Rainbow Springs. Viewers see rattlesnake milking, hunting, skiing, glass-bottom boats, a gondola sky ride and a train. Produced by Guided Tours; sponsored by Marion County Board of County Commissioners.
261. FLORIDA'S LAND OF GRACIOUS LIVING October 1965
13:20; B&W; sound; V-18
BA048; S.828
The script starts by asking, "What is land?" A long philosophical answer is given over scenes of life in Putnam County. The film shows farming, cattle, rodeo, sailing and bass fishing, including underwater photography. Viewers also see gladiolus farms, residences in Palatka, a utility plant, the Hudson Pulp and Paper Corp., and furniture manufacturing. The film shows schools, public facilities and President Lyndon B. Johnson at the ground breaking of the Cross Florida Barge Canal. There are good shots of a huge "walking" drag line. Produced by Guided Tours; sponsored by Putnam County Board of County Commissioners.
262. FLORIDA'S LIVING TREASURE n.d.
14:00; color; sound; V-18
CA142; S.828
Actor Richard Boone narrates and hosts this film about how Florida agriculture was developed. It uses split-screen, time-lapse, macro, artwork and old photos. It tells about pest control and how the development of juice concentrate saved the orange juice market. It also shows the cattle industry, methods of treating screwworm, turpentine and logging. Viewers see crop dusting and the vegetable industry. Produced by IFAS.
263. FLORIDA'S MODERN FOREST n.d.
14:00; color; sound; V-18
CA002; S.828
This film shows the cutting, processing and treating of wood products. It includes furniture, paneling, paper, lumber, charcoal and synthetic oils from turpentine. It also discusses research for new forestry techniques. There are lots of statistics concerning growth cycles, land area of Florida devoted to forestry and consumption of wood products. A sequence on the recreational uses of forests is included near the end. Sponsored by FDC and Florida Forestry Association.
264. FLORIDA: MOONPORT USA Early 1960s
15:00; B&W; sound; V-9
CA077; S.828
This film starts with a wonderful Mercury launch sequence. It shows a thriving aerospace industry in its prime. Viewers see an unsuccessful launch, lots of technology of the day (including transistor pocket radios) and 12 gallons of gas for $3.60. The film shows recreation, educational centers, and corporations and their space-related products. It describes the economic, cultural and population boom. Viewers see tactical missile launches and astronaut medical test equipment. The film predicts and shows a model of the Vehicle Assembly Building. It shows Miss Baker, the astro-monkey, Pensacola's School of Naval Aviation Medicine and Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach. It is a tribute to the space program. Produced by Leroy Crooks; sponsored by FDC.
265. FLORIDA ON MY MIND January 30, 1975
15:00; color; sound; V-9
CA144; S.828
This film, which is hosted and narrated by actor Leif Erickson, tells about Florida Bicentennial celebrations using artwork and old film footage of great moments in U.S. history. Viewers see Gamble Mansion, Cape Florida, McLarty State Museum, Crystal River mounds and other places along the Florida Bicentennial Trail. Groups of citizens refurbish run-down houses, a theater in Palm Beach and cemeteries. The film shows plans for Planet Ocean, scenes of the Tallahassee Junior Museum and other ways of celebrating. Produced by Barton of Jacksonville; sponsored by Bicentennial Commission of Florida.
266. FLORIDA'S PRISONS AND THE AIDS VIRUS late 1980s
1:57; color; sound; V-155
P93-013
This is a Newscenter 7 special on AIDS in Florida's prisons. A prison official talks about the expense and risks involved regarding AIDS in the prison system. At the time of this broadcast, there were 11 known cases of AIDS in Florida's prisons, in addition to 18 that had already died. Videotaped by Bradley White.
267. FLORIDA PROFILE OF PROGRESS 1957
12:30; color; sound; V-9
BA087; S.828
This is an edited, shortened version of DA051. This film tells how Florida is a growing market for industry, showing various plants' employees sunning and golfing. Viewers see Martin (aerospace), phosphate mining, paper and pulp, citrus and other produce. Cattle, seafood, hydroelectric power, gas pipeline, airports, trains, ports and highways are shown. It also shows colleges and research, including nuclear reactors. There are more manufacturing scenes, including scenes of FDC meeting and consulting. The film describes Florida’s tax structure and then gives a recap. Produced by Raycam Productions; sponsored by FDC.
268. FLORIDA: PROFILE OF PROGRESS 1957
28:00; color; sound; V-89
DA051; S.828
This is long version of BA087. It tells how Florida is a growing market for industry, showing various plants' employees sunning and golfing. See Martin (aerospace), Pratt and Whitney, phosphate mining, paper and pulp, citrus and other produce. Cattle, seafood, hydroelectric power, gas pipeline, airports, trains, ports and highways are shown. It also shows colleges and research, including nuclear reactors. There are more manufacturing scenes, including scenes of FDC meeting and consulting. The film describes Florida’s tax structure and then gives a recap.
269. Florida Rebuilds 1950s
22:00; color; sound
V-229; S.828
In this documentary about the Apalachee Correctional Institution, the camera follows staff member Paul McCarty, who plays an inmate at the facility. The film documents his stay at the institute from arrival and rehabilitation to release on parole. Rehabilitation activities include church services, academic classes and vocational training such as masonry, carpentry, poultry processing and construction. This video also contains footage of the Florida Industrial School for Boys in Marianna, Florida. Produced by the Florida Department of Corrections.
270. FLORIDA REMOTE CONTROL BRIDGE December 5, 1973
14:14; color; sound; V-202
BA305; S.1239
Florida Secretary of Transportation Walter Revell announces the invention of another transportation marvel, Florida’s Remote Control Bridge near the Kennedy Space Center. It is the only bridge in the country that is operated via remote control by an off-site operator. He addresses plans to expand Florida’s remote controlled bridge system to 12 in the approaching years. The narrator explains why remote control operation is safer and more cost effective than on-site controls. The camera captures the action as the bridge is tested and the operator follows each step on a lighted control board to ensure proper operation. Produced by WFSU-TV and the Florida Department of Transportation.
271. A FLORIDA RIVER, ITS WILDLIFE 1950s
12:00; color; sound; V-62
BA098; S.828
This film shows a trip down the St. Lucie River with E.W. Dutton. Viewers see gators, blue herons, and many plants and flowers. The film also shows a red-shoulder hawk, sandhill crane, armadillo, black bear and cub, rattlesnake, land crab, and a gator being fed by hand. Viewers see pelicans, mullet, cormorant, deer and a Florida panther. The film is incomplete.
272. FLORIDA ROCKET LAUNCH ca. 1960s
1:08; B&W; silent; V-184
AA335; S.828
This film has footage of a missile launch conducted at night at Cape Kennedy. Produced by Telenews.
273. FLORIDA ROCKET LAUNCH ca. 1960s
1;01; B&W; silent; V-184
AA336; S.828
This film has footage of a missile launch conducted during the day at Cape Kennedy. Produced by Telenews.
274. FLORIDA SANTA December 19, 1963
1:16; B&W; silent; V-234
AA496; S.828
A Florida Santa presents gifts to two young girls and their mother near a palm tree in Cypress Gardens. He then departs in a small boat loaded with presents. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
275. FLORIDA SHOWCASE ABROAD 1963
1:15; B&W; silent; V-13
AA075; S.828
A Greyhound bus serves as a display of information on Florida at the LeMans auto race in France.
276. FLORIDA SHOWCASE: BUS STORY November 14, 1963
6:45; B&W; sound; V-117
BA116; S.828
This film tells how a Greyhound bus was provided to FDC to showcase Florida. There are scenes of the bus in Minneapolis, MN and Augusta, ME. Another bus was shipped from Jacksonville to Europe. Viewers see the bus at the LeMans race in France. Produced by FDC.
277. FLORIDA SHOWCASE: NEW YORK! March 1964
23:58; B&W; silent and sound; V-226
DA119; S.828
This film spotlights the Florida Showcase information center in downtown New York City. It has lots of silent shots of the Big Apple. It shows New Yorkers getting travel and industry information on Florida. There are also short interviews with agents who work at the center and some of their patrons. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
278. FLORIDA: SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW n.d.
14:30; color; sound; V-9
CA135; S.828
This film shows many forms of transportation through the years. It then shows St. Augustine, Pensacola, Fort Pickens, Pensacola Beach, Panama City Beach, Florida Caverns, the Old Capitol, Killearn Gardens, Jacksonville, Fort Clinch in Fernandina, Orlando, Bok Tower, beach buggies on Daytona Beach and car races at the speedway, a launch at Cape Canaveral, fishing for sailfish, Tampa Bay Hotel, the Gasparilla Festival, Sunshine Skyway, Ringling Art Museum, Asolo Theater, Miami and the Keys. It uses old photos throughout. Produced by Leroy Crooks; sponsored by FDC.
279. FLORIDA AND THE SPACE CENTER: PARTNERS IN PROGRESS Late 1960s
22:15; color; sound; V-7
DA013; S.828
This film gives a little early space program history and then describes the economic impact that space-related industry has on several counties close to Cape Canaveral. It informs the viewer that utilities and other infrastructure needed to be improved and expanded. As the population grew, so did leisure activities such as surfing, sailing, golf and hunting. Viewers see libraries, schools, hospitals, motels and municipal buildings. There is some footage of the Gemini launch with spectators and press. Viewers also see churches and civic groups. Tourists are seen witnessing launches and visiting the Kennedy Space Center. Produced by Technicolor; sponsored by NASA.
280. FLORIDA SPORTSMAN'S PARADISE mid 1950s
27:00; color; sound; V-88
DA045; S.828
This film shows fishing in the Gulf, the Atlantic and among mangroves near Key Largo. Viewers see snook, tarpon and bonefish. It also shows quail hunting with dogs. While hunting, the men use horses and a Willys Jeep outfitted with seats on the roof and on the front fenders. There is also bass fishing from a canoe on Rainbow River. They visit Everglades National Park and fish along the coast for tarpon. This was filmed in Kodachrome. The head section is missing.
281. FLORIDA STATE FAIR AND GASPARILLA CELEBRATION February 1953
24:30; color; sound; V-7
DA003; S.828
The 48th Annual Florida State Fair includes the Gasparilla Pirate Celebration in which men dress as pirates and sail into Tampa Bay. Parades, circus acts, produce displays, industry displays and livestock displays from all over the state are shown. Viewers see a car race and car stunts. The film also shows "Negro Day" with marching bands, track events and the presentation of the "Outstanding Negro of the Year Award." The 4-H Club is shown and Florida Secretary of Agriculture Nathan Mayo presents awards. Future Homemakers are shown making cookies. Cigar making is shown and a human cannonball flies. An underwater kitchen features a mermaid housewife. A parade features many floats and costumes. This is a wonderful Kodachrome film. Produced by Ball Productions of Miami; sponsored by the Florida State Advertising Commission and the Florida State Fair and Gasparilla Association.
282. FLORIDA STATE FISH STUDY 1950s
11:15; B&W; sound; V-1
BA096; S.828
This is a film about natural resource management and research. Viewers see men pulling in a net and removing fish with a close-up of a shoulder patch that reads, "Fish Management Division." The workers are seen net laying, weighing buckets of fish on a boat, measuring the length of fish, writing down information and tagging individual fish. The location is unknown.
283. FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL early 1970s
11:10; color; sound; V-119
BA218; S.1239
This film is a history of Florida State Hospital in Chattahoochee, Florida. It shows the grounds of the hospital, staff and patients. Individual staff members go over special activities, training programs and equipment. Produced by WFSU-TV.
284. FLORIDA STATE HOSPITAL/THE PHYSICAL SET-UP 1970s
11:25; color; silent; V-119
BA215; S.1239
This film is footage of hospital grounds, staff and patients. Produced by WFSU-TV.
285. FLORIDA STATE PARKS INVITE YOU: CENTRAL DISTRICT 1960s
20:05; color; sound; V-238
S. 1825 Box 3, #2
This film follows a “typical Florida family” on their adventures in Florida’s state parks. Their trip begins at Manatee Springs. They take in the sites at Oleana State Park, Olustee Battlefield Memorial, Goldhead Branch State Park, Little Talbot State Park and Fort Clinch State Park. The film spotlights the recreational opportunities that are available at each stop along their journey. Florida Board of Parks and Historical Memorials.
286. FLORIDA STATE PARKS INVITE YOU: SOUTHERN DISTRICT
August 8, 1962
28:30; color; sound, V-238
S. 1825 Box 4, #5
This film opens with comments from Gov. Farris Bryant. The film’s storyline follows a newspaper man on his travels to various state parks while working up a story on the same. He visits Hugh Taylor State Park, Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Koreshaw State Park, Estero Bay, Mound Key, Bahia Honda State Park, Collier Seminole State Park, Indian Key, Gamble Mansion and Myakka River State Park. He details the recreational benefits of each location along the way. Produced by the Florida State Board of Parks and Historical Memorials.
287. FLORIDA STATE PARKS INVITE YOU: WESTERN DISTRICT
September 20, 1963
31:15; color; sound; V-242
S. 1825 Box 4, #7
This film offers a full overview of the adventures that await visitors to Florida’s state parks. The film contains scenes from Suwanee River State Park, Fort Pickens, The Florida Constitution Historical Memorial, Torreya State Park, Bahia Honda, Gold Head Branch State Park, John Pennekamp Coral Reef Park, Olustee Battlefield, Fort Clinch, Myakka State Park, Killearn Gardens (known as Maclay Gardens today), Florida Caverns State Park, St. Andrews State Park and the Gorrie Museum in Apalachicola. Produced by the Florida Board of Parks and Historical Memorials.
288. FLORIDA STATE PRISON n.d.
2:20; color; silent; V-239
AA415; S.1239
This film has exterior shots of a Florida state prison with detail shots of guard towers, barbed-wire fences, the prison entrance and inmates playing volleyball. Produced by WFSU-TV.
289. Florida State Prison: Home Movies, Pt. I ca. 1946-1952
60:00; color; silent
V-231
This video compiles many home movies documenting various activities at the Florida State Prison in Raiford. The first half features recreational activities, including a boxing match between inmates and U.S. Navy servicemen, a football game between prisoners and Air Force servicemen at Patrick Air Base, and a baseball game in Jacksonville. There is also footage of inmates playing shuffleboard, checkers and pingpong; doing gymnastics; and attending a baseball game at Wolfson Park in Jacksonville. The second half serves as a tour of the facility, including the dog yard, dairy farm, canteen, shop, staff offices and vocational training programs.
290. Florida State Prison: Home Movies, Pt. II 1952
12:00; color; silent
V-232
This film continues the tour of the Florida State Prison in Raiford, Florida featured in Part I. It includes footage of the women’s ward (segregated in white and black wards) the sewing room, laundry facilities, electrical shop and the post office.
291. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY: FLYING HIGH CIRCUS PROMO 1972
1:01; color; sound; V-202
AA401; S.1239
This is a promotional television spot for the 25th Anniversary of Florida State University’s Flying High Circus. It includes shots of circus acrobats and Callaway Gardens, “the summer home of FSU’s circus.” Produced by WFSU-TV.
292. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY FOOTBALL 1963
1:17;B&W; silent
AA488; S. 1239
This is footage of the Florida State Seminoles football team in practice at the beginning of the 1963 season. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
293. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part I) 1970s
20:50; color; silent; V-133
CA252; S. 1239
This film features scenes of FSU events such as swimming, the Flying High Circus, a demonstration by black students, an Earth Day celebration, homecoming and aerials of the campus.
294. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part II) 1970s
21:45; color; some sound; V-133
CA253; S.1239
This film shows FSU basketball, athletic trainer Don Fauls, football, the golf course, an interview with Bobby Bowden, a radio station, fencing, Hugh Durham basketball camp and Gov. Reubin Askew greeting King Hussein at the airport. Produced by WFSU-TV.
295. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part III) 1970s and 1980s
21:00; color; some sound; V-132
CA254; S.1239
The film shows some scenes of the area of the Chi Omega murders, the jazz band practicing, stadium construction, science labs and the football program (with Bobby Bowden, Jimmy Jordan and Ron Sellers). There is no sound in this portion. There is also some men's track coverage. Produced by WFSU-TV.
296. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part IV) 1970s
21:00; color; sound; V-132
CA255; S.1239
This film shows Bernard Sliger, as new president, at a press conference. Produced by WFSU-TV.
297. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part V) 1980s
21:00; color; some sound; V-127
CA256; S.1239
This film shows construction on the stadium, women's and men's basketball, synchronized swimming and the dance department. Produced by WFSU-TV.
298. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part VI) 1980s
23:00; color; silent; V-127
CA257; S.1239
This film shows FSU football players Ron Simmons and Jimmy Jordan, along with Coach Bobby Bowden. There are scenes of women's volleyball, men's basketball, water skiing on Lake Bradford (The Reservation), the Marching Chiefs and ROTC training. Produced by WFSU-TV.
299. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY (Part VII) 1980s
22:00; color; some sound; V-134
CA258; S.1239
This film shows synchronized swimming, the Flying High Circus, theater, cheerleading, dance, views of campus, an interview with President Sliger and graduation ceremonies. Produced by WFSU-TV.
300. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY HOMECOMING PARADE 1955
10:55; color; silent; V-240
BA337; S. 1239
This is excellent color footage of the 1955 FSU homecoming parade in Tallahassee. Several elaborately constructed floats and a fine selection of vintage automobiles are included.
301. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT JOHN CHAMPION’S RESIGNATION 1968
14;30; color; silent and optical; V-208
CA279; S.1239
In this film, Florida State University President John Champion gives his resignation speech in Ruby Diamond auditorium on the FSU campus. Dr. Stanley Marshal makes a short speech regarding his assignment as interim university president. Produced by WFSU-TV.
302. Florida State University: Toward a Greater University 1964
16:55; B&W; sound; V-221
CA314; S.1239
This is a public relations film on Florida State University that, in two brief scenes, features a young Jim Morrison years before his more recognized role as lead singer for The Doors. The film emphasizes the need for more college-educated Floridians to work in the state’s rapidly expanding industries. It contains campus, classroom, homecoming parade and football scenes. Produced by Florida State University.
303. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY VIEW OF CAMPUS ca. 1962-1967
13:20; color; silent; V-127
CA259; S.1239
This film has football clips, snow and ice (frozen fountain at the Westcott Building), campus scenes, Capitol interiors, and aerials of Capitol and campus areas. Produced by WFSU-TV.
304. FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY VIEW OF CAMPUS 1965
32:35; B&W; silent; V-134
DA063; S.1239
This film shows the FSU campus, construction of Tully Gym and a Homecoming parade with Haydon Burns. Produced by WFSU-TV.
305. FLORIDA SUNNYMOON Early 1960s
5:20; B&W; sound; V-13
AA033; S.828
In this film, a young couple arrives at the Carillon Hotel in Miami for their honeymoon. They check in, stroll the beach; play miniature golf, shuffleboard and pingpong; do some tanning; and jump in the pool. He has a scuba lesson in the pool and they both learn the "latest dances" from an instructor. They take in dinner and a floor show that includes flamenco and can-can. Produced by FDC.
306. FLORIDA SUPREME COURT 1987
8:06; color; sound; V-156
P93-013
Stephen Grimes and Gerald Kogan are sworn in as members of the Florida Supreme Court. They are escorted to their seats by retiring justices James C. Atkins and Joseph A. Boyd. Videotaped by Bradley White.
307. FLORIDA’S TREASURE COAST: ST. LUCIE COUNTY 1970s
14:00; color; sound; V-175
S. 828
This is a promotional film on St. Lucie County that begins with an overview of the different ecosystems in the county. The St. Lucie County Museum is featured and some history of the county is given. There are scenes of downtown Fort Pierce and the Great American Raft Race. Local artist A.E. “Beanny” Backus talks about the area and how it influences his painting. There is footage dealing with the school system, the agri-business, Indian River citrus, hunting and sport saltwater fishing.
308. FLORIDA'S TURNPIKE 1960s
13:00; color; sound; V-1
BA023; S. 828
This film tells how Florida's Turnpike was developed. Scenes of the Florida interior and Miami Beach are included. It features Florida Highway Patrol Troop K, motorist assistance and rest stop facilities. It tells how the turnpike is a major commercial facility for produce. The film shows Department of Transportation plans for new facilities along the turnpike. Produced by Robert R. Favorite Productions; sponsored by Florida Department of Transportation.
309. FLORIDA WATER SHOW May 31, 1962
8:45; B&W; silent; V-226
BA335; S.828
In this film, female swimmers demonstrate the graceful technique of synchronized swimming. One woman poses in a tiara and ruffled skirt. Before diving in, she removes her skirt but splashes around with her tiara in place. Several men perform fancy dives for an enthusiastic audience. There is also footage of the male divers dressed, rather unconvincingly, as women and as clowns while goofing around for spectators. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
310. FLORIDA’S WATER WONDERLAND 1950s
14:25; B&W; sound, V-244
CA285; S. 828
This film spotlights the attractions of Panama City, Florida and Bay County with a special emphasis on water, “the unifying thread between industry and recreation.” Recreational activities such as boating, fishing and amusement parks precede a brief overview of Panama City’s business and manufacturing industries. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
311. FLORIDA'S WHITE GOLD 1970s
13:50; color; sound; V-111
CA234; S. 828
This film tells us about crushed stone and sand and how these materials are used in concrete and water filtration. It shows limestone mining, construction, and many scenes of cities and roads in Florida.
312. FLORIDA WOMEN IN THE MILITARY September 14, 1977
8:27; color; sound; V-202
BA306; S.1239
Four female soldiers in the Florida National Guard explain their job responsibilities and duties. In short interviews, they remark that camaraderie in the Florida National Guard is excellent because male-female friction is nonexistent. All the female soldiers comment that women are not suited for combat situations when solicited for their opinions regarding that subject. Produced by WFSU-TV.
313. Flower of Tampa 1950s
27:00; color; sound
V-230; P97-002
This film uses the story of a young man visiting his uncle, a cigar manufacturer, in Tampa to showcase the city’s cigar industry. Along the way the young man meets an attractive young woman who takes him on a tour of Ybor City and the cigar plant where all aspects of cigar making are discussed and hand and machine cigar rolling techniques are highlighted. The film also includes scenes of Tampa’s airport, downtown and harbor during the annual Gasparilla Pirate Festival. Produced by Florida Film Studio with the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce and the Cigar Manufacturing Association of Tampa.
314. FOLK DANCERS 1950s
2:45; color; silent; V-203
FLAA010; S. 1579; Media 1979-29
This film contains footage of participants and performers at a 1950s Florida Folk Festival held at the Stephen Foster Memorial in White Springs, Florida. Traditional Seminole Indian, Czechoslovakian, Greek, Polish and square dancing styles are featured in this short film. Produced by Robert Leahy Studio.
315. FOOD FOR TOMORROW'S WORLD 1960s
7:15; B&W; sound; V-42
BA124; S. 828
This film shows the work at Hydroponics International where the "farmers" carry walkie-talkie radios and have an extensive lab to develop and test mineral solutions that modify the soil and result in optimum produce. Viewers see shots of a two-foot long bean developed here, as well as tobacco, ornamentals, vegetables and fruits. The produce was packed under the name "Vita-Veg."
316. FORT LAUDERDALE HOLIDAY March 6, 1964
3:26; color; sound; V-214
AA428; S.828
This film is an enthusiastic promotion of life in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, which the narrator calls “a tropical Shangri-La in a thick carpet of blue water.” It starts with aerial footage, then quickly cuts to follow a group of boaters who idle past luxurious homes lining the canals. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
317. FORT LAUDERDALE RODEO 1950s
1:30; B&W; silent; V-13
AA049; S. 828
In this film, children play, an "Indian Princess" is crowned, a man wrestles an alligator, and men ride horses and bulls.
318. FORT LAUDERDALE: VENICE OF AMERICA 1980
13:21; color; sound; V-1
BA052; S. 828
In this film, many scenes of marinas, docks and canals give the feeling of life in Fort Lauderdale. Viewers see the Swimmer's Hall of Fame, Ocean World, frolicking in the surf, boating, neighborhoods, golfers, cruise ships and nightlife. There is no narration—just good photography and music throughout. Produced by Monroe-Williams Productions; sponsored by Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce.
319. Stephen Foster Center Dedication 1979
11:02; Color; sound; V-186
BA227; S. 828
This film shows Secretary of State Bruce Smathers speaking at the dedication and ribbon-cutting of the Stephen Foster Memorial Center in White Springs, Florida at the opening of the 23rd Annual Florida Folk Festival. “Cousin" Thelma Boltin, the Florida Folk Festival director, presents Secretary Smathers with a traditional Florida Seminole jacket. Smathers thanks a Seminole family for the jacket. There is additional footage of folk musicians performing music.
320. STEPHEN FOSTER'S FOOTPRINTS IN DREAM AND SONG n.d.
14:35; color; sound; V-39
CA021; S. 828
In this film, dioramas, paintings and actors in costume all work together to tell the story of Stephen Foster. Nice shots of the paddle wheel river boat Delta Queen are included. Then, viewers see the Stephen Foster Memorial in White Springs. Produced by Instructional Communication Service, Duval County School Board.
321. Four Thousand WINNERS April 16, 1963
1:12;B&W; silent, V-234
AA487, S. 828
This film has horse racing footage at the Gulfstream Racetrack in Hallandale, Florida. The winning jockey and horse owner are shown receiving a trophy. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
322. FRESH FLORIDA CITRUS n.d.
6:50; color; sound; V-117
BA074; S. 828
This is a short film on the citrus industry with several set up "slice of life" scenes showing citrus products being eaten by different age groups and social groups.
323. FRONTIER FLORIDA n.d.
21:35; color; sound; V-38
DA017; S. 828
This film shows the history of Florida seen through visits to historic sites, including Crystal River Historic Memorial (prehistoric mounds) and Cape Florida State Park. The story of Spanish campaigns is shown with panoramas, art and maps. Viewers see Fort Caroline on the St. Johns River, St. Augustine, Castillo de San Marcos, and San Marcos de Apalachee at St. Marks. Modern arrows with plastic nocks are used to indicate Seminole activity. The film also shows Dade Battlefield Historic Memorial near Bushnell, Fort Pickens at Pensacola, Fort Clinch in Fernandina, Olustee Monument, Natural Bridge Monument near Tallahassee, and Gamble Mansion Historic memorial in Ellenton. Produced by Barton of Jacksonville; sponsored by Florida Board of Parks and Historic Memorials, Weeki Wachee, and Silver Springs.
324. FUNCTIONAL LITERACY/ ATTORNEY GENERAL ROBERT SHEVIN
May 1978
26:45; color; sound, V-236
DA129; S.1239
Dr. Ronald Bailey comments on cultural bias in Florida’s Functional Literacy Test. He also comments on institutional discrimination in the state’s educational system. He details the unique disadvantages that members of low socioeconomic groups face in getting an equal education.
Attorney General Robert Shevin comments on Florida’s death penalty as a deterrent to violent crime. He remarks on Florida’s Functional Literacy Test, affirmative action, and his support of pardon and compensation for former inmates Freddie Pitts and Wilbert Lee. Produced by WFSU-TV.
325. FUN IN THE SUNSHINE 1960s
13:00; color; sound; V-1
CA110; S. 828
This film shows the beach, hotels, condos, schools, churches and shopping. Viewers also see Miami Beach Auditorium (home of the Jackie Gleason Show), Convention Hall, the library, Bass Museum of Art, Miami Seaquarium, Parrot Jungle and Monkey Jungle, where a chimp wears a Beatle wig and strums a guitar. There are scenes of nightlife, Miss USA, Miss Universe, the Orange Bowl, the Miami Beach Garden Center and Conservatory, horse and dog racing, fishing and boat racing. Produced by Don Parisher.
326. FYI-THE PLIGHT OF PEPITO; CUBA'S LOST GENERATION n.d.
27:50; B&W; sound; V-68
DA004; S. 828
This film is a WTVJ (Miami) TV program called “For Your Information.” It begins with a young Cuban refugee and follows his story. There are sequences of refugees on rafts and small boats arriving on the Havana-Palm Beach ferry, small airplanes and passenger airlines. Viewers see the processing of refugees at Public Health Service, where families are reunited. There are scenes of the Cuban Refugee Center and Miami, including clothes distribution, looking for a home, and Pepito's father pawning his watch. Pepito enrolls in parochial school. Then, there are scenes of fellow refugees in Miami's Cuban colony and their homes. HEW Secretary Abraham Ribicoff arrives in Miami to survey the refugee problem. Monolo Reyes, WTVJ Latin Correspondent, gives views on the situation. Gov. Farris Bryant gives remarks at press conference and Pepito recites the Pledge of Allegiance. The film has interesting transition graphics. It is kinescope.
327. FYI: SENATOR FROM PALATKA; B.C. PEARCE 1965
28:30; B&W; sound; V-88
DA052; S. 828
This is a program in WTVJ's “FYI” series that shows B.C. Pearce, the senator from Palatka who called himself the "number one Porkchopper" in the Florida Legislature. It also has ads for Dade Federal Savings and Loan. The film profiles the senator as a business man and politician. It includes interviews with Mrs. Pearce and a tour of Putnam County activities.
328. JAKE GAITHER n.d.
4:20; color; sound; V-119
AA265; S.1239
This film is a tribute to Jake Gaither, ex-head football coach at Florida A&M University in Tallahassee. It contains an interview with Coach Gaither at his home in Tallahassee, as well as some FAMU football footage. Produced by WFSU-TV.
329. JAKE GAITHER – THE BEST EVER 1981
8:13; color; sound and silent; V-187
BA232; S.1239
Alonzo Smith “Jake” Gaither, former football coach and athletic director at Florida A&M University, reflects on his career as a coach. He stresses the effect that treating his players with respect had on his success with them and with people in general. He remarks that his former players are his family and that he shares a close relationship with them. The segment also contains extensive footage of photographs and Gaither’s trophies and awards from various athletic and civic organizations. It ends with a testimonial from one of Gaither’s former players. Produced by WFSU-TV.
330. JAKE GAITHER RESIGNATION 1970
15:45; color; silent and sound; V-218
CA302; S.1239
In a press conference, Florida A&M University president Dr. Benjamin Perry announces Jake Gaither’s resignation as athletic director and football coach. Coach Gaither comments on his experiences at FAMU and on passing the torch to Pete Griffin. Dr. Perry, Coach Gaither and Pete Griffin answer questions from journalists. Produced by WFSU-TV.
331. GARBAGE AND REFUSE HANDLING July 14, 1978
15:05; color; silent; V-75
CA192; S. 828
This film shows a bulldozer pushing garbage in a landfill and garbage trucks. There are aerials of the new Capitol and the old Capitol prior to restoration. There is a posed scene of a man dumping barrels of toxic waste near a dirt road. Viewers see residential garbage pickup, a Reynolds Aluminum recycling station in a tractor-trailer truck and recycling bins in a shopping center parking lot. Produced by R.C. Rackham; sponsored by Florida Department of Environmental Regulation.
332. GARDEN OF EDEN 1972
11:55; color; sound; V-189
BA262; S.1239
WFSU-TV reporter Diane Hoffman interviews E.E. Calaway, author of ‘In the Beginning,” who claims that Florida’s Torreya State Park is the biblical Garden of Eden. Mr. Callaway recites passages from the Bible that describe the mystical garden and compares them to features along the Apalachicola River. He attests that two features of the landscape prove his claim. The first is that the Apalachicola River is the only river in the world with four heads. The second is the presence of the gopherwood tree, which Noah used to build the ark. According to Callaway, the Bible claims that both elements were unique to the legendary garden and they are unique to Torreya State Park. Produced by WFSU-TV.
333. GASPARILLA '54 AND ROAD CONSTRUCTION February 1954
11:15; color; silent; V-112
BA026; S. 828
This film begins with shots of the Old Capitol and other state office buildings. Subsequent scenes include floats and marching bands. There are points of view from a car driving down a single lane road. Viewers also see a waterfront scene with a Navy ship coming into view and the exterior of a jai-alai fronton. There are more scenes with car point of view of streets in town, more scenes of the Navy Ship, scenes of road construction including concrete pouring and asphalt laying, more driving point of view, scenes of young orange groves, a bridge in the Keys, and construction using graders and bulldozers. There are street scenes mixed in and two shots of a Model T on a bumpy road.
334. GASPARILLA DAY – COLER Feb. 1953
8:35; B&W; silent; V-102
BA013; S. 828
This film has scenes of "pirates" getting ready for the civic celebration, shots of the pirates turning their guns over to authorities, a man with trained tigers, and a couple of circus performers entering a cannon barrel and being shot into the air. There are several shots of young ladies on parade floats and in costume and shots of the decorated "pirate" ship with no pirates aboard. This material seems to be outtakes from DA003 Fl, “State Fair & Gasparilla Celebration." “Coler” was the title on the can. It may be the photographer's name.
335. GASPARILLA FESTIVAL I 1928
8:48; B&W; silent; V-176
This home movie is a production of the Howell family in Tampa, Florida. The title card for this film says “Landing of the Pirate Krew of Gasparilla.” It begins with a young boy playing pirate, and then moves to the Gasparilla Festival in Tampa. There are scenes involving a variety of boats and ships in Tampa Bay and many pirates. Downtown parade scenes follow. This is good quality early footage.
336. GASPARILLA FESTIVAL II 1929, 1947
7:40; B&W; silent; V-176
This is another home movie with Gasparilla Festival footage. The focus is on Tampa Bay and the boats. Scenes include the Tampa Yacht and Country Club; Houton Wall’s schooner, Halagonian; the schooner Rambler; and scenes of the Tampa shoreline, including the Tampa Bay Hotel.
337. GATEWAY TO THE SUN 1950s
13:15; color; sound; V-5
BA071; S. 828
The beginning of this film is choppy due to splices. It tells about Lake City, showing the airport, downtown, residential areas, fire department, police, schools, churches, hospital, banks, shopping, motels and dining. It shows farming, Stephen Foster Memorial and a stern-wheeler replica. Viewers see a cattle farm, tobacco market, chrome molding plant, mobile home manufacturing and aviation manufacturing. Produced by Cullen L. Fuller; sponsored by Lake City Chamber of Commerce.
338. GATOR BOWL 1956 1956
24:44; color; sound; V-96
DA049; S. 828
This film is the 1956 Gator Bowl featuring Georgia Tech versus Pittsburgh. Viewers see Mayor Haydon Burns of Jacksonville and Gov LeRoy Collins. CBS handled the television coverage. The halftime show is lots of fun.
339. GHOST HOTEL OF LONGBOAT KEY n.d.
8:00; color; sound; V-5
BA105; S. 828
Two young travelers explore the ruins of a hotel that was never completed. Begun by John Ringling, it was to have been called the Ritz-Carlton. The pair look over the ruins and see other parts of Longboat Key. The male is Tony Swain, son of producer Hack Swain. Hack Swain is also the narrator of the film. The hotel was torn down shortly after the film was made and now is the site of Arvida's Longboat Key Club. Produced by Hack Swain Productions.
340. GLASS BOTTOM BOATS AT SILVER SPRINGS 1960s
12:50; color; sound; V-5
CA050; S. 828
This film shows the features of Silver Springs. It includes "actors" who are supposed to be filming an old-time slapstick comedy with pie-in-the-face scenes. It shows the glass-bottom boats on the river, the view through the boat glass and scenes of underwater filming. A "symphony" tune is played during various beauty shots. Viewers see the jungle cruise boats. Seminoles and children pose for photos, as does a chimp wearing a feather headdress, smoking a pipe and holding an American flag. Antique cars and a championship Chrysler stock car are seen. Produced by Guided Tours.
341. GOING, GOING, GONE: FRIEND OR FOE n.d.
7:50; color; sound; V-5
BA020; S. 828
Ross Allen shares interesting facts about rattlesnakes. Viewers see snake hunters pouring gasoline into a hole to flush the snakes out. The film also shows Tommy Allen, Ross's son, working with his father as they milk the snakes' venom. An emergency call comes to the Reptile Institute and Ross swings into action to provide anti-venom to a bite victim. The close-ups of extraction are interesting. University of Florida Labs experiment with venom, hides are cured and clothing accessories are shown. The film shows people eating rattlesnake and women making necklaces from vertebrae. Produced and sponsored by Silver Springs.
342. THE GOLD RUSH 1963
14:00; color; sound; V-16
CA007; S. 828
This film shows the Gold Coast Marathon, a powerboat race from Miami to West Palm Beach and back. Viewers see pit crews at Pelican Harbor Yacht Club and aerial shots of the race. Twelve-year-old Rosemary Bennett, the youngest female racer, and restaurateur/racer Mike Gordon are shown. Richard Steffens Jr. wins both legs of the race. Produced by FDC; sponsored by FDC and Miami Metro News Bureau.
343. GOLDHEAD BRANCH STATE PARK 1960s
6:42; color; silent; V-238
S. 1825 Box 1, #1
This film has excellent color footage of the facilities and recreational areas at Goldhead Branch State Park. Produced by the Florida State Board of Parks and Historical Memorials.
344. GOLF PRACTICE 1960s
2:33; B&W; silent; V-233
AA421; S. 828
Two young women practice their golf swing on the Florida State University campus in the company of a FSU physical education instructor. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
345. GOLFING WITH THE PROS IN SOUTH FLORIDA 1960s
14:30; B&W; sound; V-58
CA026; S. 828
This film shows a visit to nine country club resorts and their golf pros. There is also a brief shot of Sam Snead. Viewers see nice scenery of these areas and good examples of golf togs of the day.
346. "GOOD MORNING, MISS GOLEMAN" 1960s
13:50; color; sound; V-58
CA155; S. 828
This film profiles National Teacher of the Year Barbara Goleman. It shows her teaching and interacting with students. She provides voice-over narration of her goals and concepts in teaching. She and her class go on a field trip, including an airboat ride. She and a group of students enjoy a "giant slide" amusement near the end of the film. One boy in the classroom scene wears love beads.
347. GOODWOOD PLANTATION 1970s
10:03; color; sound; V-133
BA205; S.1239
Mr. Thomas Hood gives the history of Goodwood Plantation. The film shows the interior and exterior of the house. There is excellent footage of the fixtures and furniture. Produced by WFSU-TV.
348. GOVERNMENT IN ACTION 1960s
25:51; B&W; sound; V-208
DA081; S.1239
The “Government in Action” television program follows Florida Department of Agriculture Commissioner Doyle Conner and Agent Driggers on a “surprise” inspection of a Tallahassee grocery store. Commissioner Conner explains the inspection regimen that ensures quality assurance and protects Florida consumers. Meanwhile, inspector Driggers “candles eggs,” weighs and grades, and conducts sulfite tests on meat products. Next, Commissioner Conner takes us to the Food Laboratory in the Nathan Mayo building in Tallahassee where lab technicians demonstrate tests to detect food additives and insecticide residue and judge food purity. Produced by WFSU-TV.
349. GOVERNMENT TODAY Late 1960s
38:41; B&W; sound; V-200
EA031; S.1239
Attorney General Earl Faircloth, State Treasurer Broward Williams and Education Commissioner Floyd Christian comment on the effects that government reorganization has had on their respective departments. Representatives of those departments discuss the duties and responsibilities of their divisions. Florida Sen. Yound admits that the reorganization requires some fine tuning. A WFSU-TV reporter conducts brief interviews with Tallahassee pedestrians to ascertain their understanding of the new Constitutional changes. A short segment of a film featuring archeological objects is inserted in the middle of the film. Produced by WFSU-TV.
350. GOVERNMENT TODAY – DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Late 1960s
15:31; B&W; sound; V-193
CA278; S.1239
Doyle Conner of the Florida Department of Agriculture comments on the reorganization of the department and changes in its function and structure. Representatives of the Division of Inspection, Division of Standards, Division of Consumer Services and Department of Meat Inspection discuss their duties and responsibilities.
351. GOVERNOR'S BASEBALL DINNER 1950s
2:50; B&W; silent; V-97
AA114; S. 828
This film starts with five men holding oranges and grapefruit. Then, a young man wearing a Confederate cap and a tank of orange juice on his back fills cups with juice from a hose attached to the tank. The men toast with their cups. Next, the men pose with bats and baseballs in groups of two or three and pretend they are going to hit a grapefruit.
352. GOVERNOR'S REPORT ON FLORIDA TREASURE October 1, 1964
3:55; B&W; sound; V-53
AA096; S. 828
Gov. Farris Bryant describes state policy concerning sunken treasure in Florida waters. State Treasurer J. Edwin Larson views treasure found near Fort Pierce and shown in Tallahassee. President Lyndon Johnson is seen viewing treasure in Miami. Produced by FDC. .
353. GOVERNOR REUBIN ASKEW 1974
10:24; color; sound; V-189
BA270; S.1239
Gov. Askew reflects on his first four years as Florida’s governor. He expresses satisfaction with his accomplishments and attests that the experience has been one of significant personal growth. He thanks the people of Florida for their trust and cooperation. Produced by WFSU-TV
354. GOV. REUBIN ASKEW 1983
12:17; color; sound; V-153
P93-013
Former Gov. LeRoy Collins introduces Reubin Askew on the steps of the Grove in Tallahassee. Askew announces his candidacy for president of the United States. Footage includes shots of State Rep. Lee Moffit; U.S. Sen. Lawton Chiles; first lady Adele Graham; and Mary Call Collins. Videotaped by Bradley White.
355. GOV. REUBIN ASKEW INTERVIEW n.d.
11:00; color; sound; V-168
S. 1239
This is a Channel 12 (Jacksonville) interview by Max Freeman with Reubin Askew. Gov. Askew stresses the importance of faith in any decision-making situation, but believes strongly in separation of church and state. When asked about being named one of the best dressed men in the nation, the governor acknowledges that good grooming is important. He remarks that he gets some of his best advice from his barber. He talks about the importance of exercise and his love of tennis. He speaks fondly of his children, discussing his daughter’s desire to become a wide receiver in pro football. The interview is concluded with the governor’s views on success, saying that the ability to delegate and lean on others plays a key role.
356. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT ADDRESSES SENATE COMMERCE CMTE
July 30, 1963
12:30; B&W; sound; V-57
BA151; S. 828
Gov. Bryant in Washington addresses the Senate Commerce Committee concerning Senate Bill 1732 on rights and interstate busing. Bryant argues for the rights of property owners to discriminate against customers, stating that if customers have the right to choose which businesses they will use, then businesses equally have the right to choose which customers they will serve. Florida Sen. Spessard Holland introduces Bryant to the committee and Strom Thurmond, who sits on the committee, tells Bryant that he agrees with him. Produced by FDC.
357. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT CABINET MEETING December 23, 1964
6:18; B&W; sound; V-75
BA153; S. 828
This film includes a presentation by the General Services Administration of the United States Government of 671 acres of land on St. Joseph's Peninsula to the state. The rest of the film is fragmentary.
358. Governor Farris Bryant Cabinet Meeting May 5, 1964
8:35; B&W; sound
BA342; S. 828
This is footage of Gov. Bryant and his Cabinet in discussion on bidding for the purchase of state vehicles. There is partial footage of Cabinet members discussing a land ownership dispute. There are several in-camera edits. This material can also be found on DA103. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
359. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT HIGHWAY PROGRAM STATEMENTS January 1964
5:16; B&W; sound; V-219
AA451; S. 828
Gov. Bryant praises the success of the Florida Turnpike Authority upon the opening of the completed Sunshine State Parkway. He also comments on the upcoming commemoration activities for I-75 and plans to expand Florida’s “attractive and modern” highway system to benefit from its implementation. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
360. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AND HOUSE HEARING ON BIBLE READING
1964
9:45; B&W; sound; V-112
BA152; S. 828
Gov. Bryant addresses a House Committee concerning Bible reading and argues against outlawing religious instruction in school. Produced by FDC.
361. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT INAUGURATION January 3, 1961
45:45; color; sound; V-85
EA015; S. 828
This film starts with scenes of a gala party for Bryant on the day before inauguration. Next are scenes of a pre-inauguration breakfast at FSU gym. Gov. Collins and Gov. Bryant make the traditional limousine ride from the Governor's mansion to the Capitol for the ceremony. The film shows the press corps and CBS TV cameras (WTVT) set up for the show. The events include a prayer, introduction of the Governors’ wives, the oath of office, handing over of the State Seal, Gov Bryant's address, the reception line and the inaugural ball.
362. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT ON "MEET THE PRESS" July 1963
14:30; B&W; sound; V-83
CA186; S. 828
On “Meet the Press,” Gov. Bryant discusses states’ rights, segregation, prayer in the schools, and Cuba and government policies related to it, including Cuban refugees. This film was shot in kinescope and includes a public service announcement for seat belts near the end. The program was shot in the Deauville Hotel in Miami Beach. Produced by NBC News.
363. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE 1964
28:28; B&W; sound; V-225
DA109; S. 828
This film features two press conferences with Gov. Bryant:
(October 15, 1964) Michael Barfield, a young boy who rescued a child from a burning building, receives a Florida flag and tie tack from Gov. Bryant and talks to reporters. Gov. Bryant also comments on a Southern Governors’ Conference proposal that would block integration by giving local control over public schools, the Miami expressway program, the 1964 Presidential campaign, and Floridians Bob Hayes and Dave Shoelander, who were Olympic gold medalists in Tokyo. Gov. Bryant also responds to the announcement that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. He states that Dr. King did not operate peacefully in St. Augustine and that he disagrees with the Nobel Committee’s decision.
(May 28, 1964) Gov. Bryant comments on giving assistance to Jacksonville Mayor Haydon Burns in the gubernatorial race, the invasion of U.S. airspace by Cuban jets and Florida’s space industry. This film has several in-camera edits and some issues with contrast fluctuation. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
364. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE January 10, 1964
27:00; B&W; sound; V-224
DA101; S. 828
Gov. Bryant responds to questions regarding a cigarette tax increase, a democratic fund-raiser in Miami with President Lyndon Johnson as guest of honor, State Constitutional revision, the “daisy chain” ballot issue, keeping legislative sessions on a biannual schedule, auto tag price increases, industrial development in west Florida, Florida Inland Waterway and the Cross Florida Barge Canal. At the end of the press conference, Gov. Bryant talks with a disabled child. There are re-shot responses to these questions at the end of the film. The audio level of the reporters’ questions is very low. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
365. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE January 30, 1964
19:40; B&W; sound; V-212
CA299; S. 828
Gov. Bryant comments on the progress being made on the Florida Pavilion at the New York World’s Fair, missile production in Florida, prohibition of smoking by minors, the Southern Governors’ Conference, and the Florida Turnpike. At the end of the film, a French newswoman translates the governor’s comments into French. Gov. Bryant presents her with a certificate of Florida citizenship. There are several in-camera edits throughout. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
366. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE March 26, 1964
20:12; B&W; sound; V-219
DA120; S. 828
Gov. Farris Bryant comments on the arrest of John W. Davis in an attempt to thwart violence in the Florida East Coast Railway strike, his recent meeting with former President Harry Truman, the invasion of Florida airspace by Cuban military aircraft, racial tension in Florida and a civil rights demonstration in Tallahassee. There are several in-camera edits and re-shot responses at the end of the film. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
367. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE April 2, 1964
32:15; B&W; sound; V-219
EA041; S. 828
Tension mounts in this press conference when Gov. Farris Bryant declines to comment at length on the purpose of a secretive personal trip to Washington, D.C. He remarks on the use of the Florida National Guard in response to racial or civil unrest, construction plans for the Florida causeway and the success of the Florida Development Commission. Gov. Bryant also comments on the arrest of Elizabeth Peabody, mother of then-Massachusetts Gov. Endicott Peabody, for her participation in a civil rights march in St. Augustine. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
368. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE April 10, 1964
13:44; B&W; sound, V-235
CA297; S. 828
Gov. Bryant comments on the creation of a civil rights committee to assist in communication and “cooling down” racial tensions in St. Augustine following the outbreak of riots in that city. There are several in-camera edits. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
369. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE May 28, 1964
11:38; B&W; sound, V-235
BA339; S. 828
Gov. Bryant comments on giving assistance to Jacksonville Mayor Haydon Burns in the gubernatorial race, the invasion of U.S. airspace by Cuban jets and Florida’s space industry. This film has several in-camera edits and some issues with contrast fluctuation. This footage also appears on DA109. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
370. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE July 17, 1964
11:15; B&W; sound, V-235
BA344; S. 828
Gov. Bryant comments on attendance statistics for Florida Pavilion visitors at the World’s Fair, civil unrest and racial tensions in St. Augustine, and his prediction for the 1964 national elections. There are several in-camera edits. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
371. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE December 5, 1964
27:41; B&W; sound; V-225
DA108; S. 828
Gov. Bryant responds to press questions regarding such topics as the changing of Cape Canaveral’s name to Cape Kennedy, opposition to federal aid for education, the Genesis Report, site selection for a new university in central Florida, the National Governors’ Conference and liquor licenses in Polk County. There are several edits. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
372. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS STATEMENTS April 10, 1964
7:12; B&W; sound; V-212
BA341; S. 828
Gov. Bryant comments on the success of Florida’s tuberculosis hospitals, limitations to the governor’s powers in times of civil crisis and the Florida tax structure. This material can also be found on DA103. There are several in-camera edits during the press conference. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
373. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA FAIR LUNCHEON February 11, 1964
25:15; B&W; sound; V-161
DA030; S. 828
Gov. Bryant speaks on the Florida State Fair, President Kennedy's visit the year before, changes in retailing and banking, and notes the interaction of state and federal governments. He also describes procedures needed in the welfare system, care for the aged and care for the mentally disabled. He says that there are over 8,300 more state employees than when he took office, most in higher education, and that the state universities' staffs are expanding. He tells how expanding highways require more personnel and money. He talks about other changes due to growth in the state and says that we must keep up with it. Produced by FDC. The sound is good but not synchronized.
374. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA’S FLORIDAN HOTEL 1963
27:00; B&W; sound; V-224
DA106; S. 828
Gov. Bryant speaks at Tampa’s Floridan Hotel, bolstering a bond initiative to cover the costs of expanding, renovating and constructing Florida colleges. After his speech, the potential investors ask the governor and others at the head table questions about the program. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
375. GOV. FARRIS BRYANT TOURISM REPORT 1961
29:38; B&W; sound; V-212
EA046; S. 828
This is kinescope television footage of Gov. Bryant commenting on tourism and the benefits it brings to the state. Florida Development Commissioner Wendell Jarrard details the marketing strategies Florida uses to reach potential tourists. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
376. GOV. HAYDON BURNS – BASEBALL March 16, 1965
:52; B&W; silent; V-233
AA456; S. 828
Gov. Burns wears a FSU baseball cap and glove while standing atop a pitcher’s mound where he zips a few pitches past FSU President Doak Campbell. The film was shot on the FSU campus. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
377. GOV. HAYDON BURNS CABINET MEETING; RE: WORLD'S FAIR SKI SHOW
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