“University of Arizona Tucson Bureau Of Audiovisual Services”, “Treasury Department”, “Adventures of Superman”, 1954, “Stamp Day For Superman”,

“The Superman production company donated this special 18 minute episode to the US Treasury to help promote school stamp day savings plans to children. This is the only episode of the series that has entered the public domain. It features all of the hallmarks that made the original 1950s Superman series so memorable.”

“Stamp Day for Superman is a short, public service film produced by the U.S. Treasury Department aimed at promoting the importance of saving money through U.S. savings stamps. The story follows Superman as he encourages children to save for their future by purchasing stamps, which can be redeemed for savings bonds. The film features Clark Kent and Lois Lane at the Daily Planet, where they work on a story involving a local stamp day event. As the narrative unfolds, Lois Lane gets caught in a dangerous situation involving a reformed criminal named Blinky, who has turned to crime again. Superman steps in to save the day, showcasing the power of saving through both financial responsibility and heroic actions. Throughout the film, Superman emphasizes the value of saving regularly, especially for young viewers, as part of building a secure future. The film concludes with the message that both small and large savings can lead to big rewards, just as investing in U.S. savings bonds can help support the country. The final moments show Superman’s influence as he interacts with school children, reinforcing the theme of financial literacy, while also saving Lois and restoring peace. The upbeat and educational tone of the film highlights the importance of responsible financial habits in an entertaining and engaging way for all ages.” (AI Generated from Youtube transcript)