# PeriscopeFilm - Stock Footage > PeriscopeFilm - Stock Footage ## Posts - [GG46905 BLACK / AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY HOME MOVIES 1960s KANSAS CITY, HONG KONG, JUNE LAKE CALIF.](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg46905-black-african-american-family-home-movies-1960s-kansas-city-hong-kong-june-lake-calif/): This silent 1960s home movie was made by an unknown Black / African American family. It includes footage of a Christmas celebration, a trip to Kansas City featuring a visit to the Midwest Research Institute (MRI), a journey to Hong Kong, and a ski trip to June Lake, California. The characters in the film are primarily identified as family members, based on assumption. While parts of the film are of poor quality and the footage is unclear, most of - [GG46895 BLACK / AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY HOME MOVIES 1968-69 GARDEN PARTIES, PARK PICNIC, & CHRISTMAS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg46895-black-african-american-family-home-movies-1968-69-garden-parties-park-picnic-christmas/): This silent home movie, filmed between 1968 and 1969, captures moments from the life of a Black / African American family. It includes scenes from various gatherings and celebrations, such as a Christmas celebration, a park picnic, and time spent in the garden of the family home. The individuals featured are presumed to be family members. Although some portions of the footage are of poor quality and difficult to discern, the majority of the film - [GG46885 BLACK / AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY HOME MOVIES 1960s GARDEN PARTIES, WESTERN THEME PARK](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg46885-black-african-american-family-home-movies-1960s-garden-parties-western-theme-park/): This silent home movie, filmed in the 1960s, captures moments from the life of an African American family. It includes scenes from various gatherings, a visit to a Western theme park, a train ride, and time spent in the garden of the family home. The individuals featured are presumed to be family members. Although some portions of the footage are of poor quality and difficult to discern, the majority of the film remains in good condition. Footage - [GG46875 BLACK / AFRICAN AMERICAN FAMILY HOME MOVIES 1960s BEACH VACATION, WEDDING, AND PARK CONCERT](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg46875-black-african-american-family-home-movies-1960s-beach-vacation-wedding-and-park-concert/): This silent home movie, filmed in the 1960s, captures moments from the life of a Black / African American family. It includes scenes from various gatherings, a beach vacation, a wedding, and a park concert. The individuals featured are presumed to be family members. Although some portions of the footage are of poor quality and difficult to discern, the majority of the film remains in good condition. Footage of people swimming at the beach (00:01) - [GG26095 1955 DAMASCUS, SYRIA TRAVELOGUE AL MARJEH SQUARE MOSQUE AL AZAEM PALACE (SILENT FILM)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg26095-1955-damascus-syria-travelogue-al-marjeh-square-mosque-al-azaem-palace-silent-film/): Dating to 1955, this silent travelogue shows Damascus, Syria. Exact production dates are unclear; it may have been filmed during the regime of Adib al-Shishakli, or when Hashim al-Atassi or Hashim al-Atassi was president. Here, Damascus appears as a well manicured, orderly city with beautiful buildings. Damascus remains the capital and culture center of Syria. It has a rich history embedded in religion often considered the fourth holiest city in - [GG2608 Axial Hose Reel / Inflight Refueling Pod Test Footage A-4 Skyhawk](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2608-axial-hose-reel-inflight-refueling-pod-test-footage-a-4-skyhawk/): Raw footage, Eastman color, silent, shows assembly of an axial hose reel drive for aerial refueling. The unit is tested on an A-4 Skyhawk at what appears to be Mojave Airport or Edwards AFB. Related Internet article: "A-4Fs in non-military markings were used in 1982 tests of Fairchild Republic Company's in-flight refueling system pod, mounted on the center station of the lead aircraft. The FRC refilling design uses a unique axial hose reel dri - [GG2607 1960s Radio Controlled model helicopter flight](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2607-1960s-radio-controlled-model-helicopter-flight/): 400', MOS, raw footage showing a Black / African American man operating a large radio controlled model helicopter. - [GG2606 Idlewild / JFK Airport / John F. Kennedy Airport 1960s American Airlines jets and American Airlines Terminal footage](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2606-idlewild-jfk-airport-john-f-kennedy-airport-1960s-american-airlines-jets-and-american-airlines-terminal-footage/): Silent, 200', color footage of American Airlines 707 jets taking off from JFK Airport, as well as interior shots of the terminal, and exterior with mosaic design on terminal building. The terminal had a stained glass facade. Possibly a promo reel for the terminal when it was new in 1960. - [8919z "IT'S YOUR MONEY" CHEVROLET ADVANCE DESIGN 1950s PANEL TRUCK SALES FILM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8919z-its-your-money-chevrolet-advance-design-1950s-panel-truck-sales-film/): One of the many films made by Jam Handy for Chevrolet and General Motors, "It's Your Money" shows a customer examining a Chevy panel truck. The 3100 Truck, part of the Advance Design Series, was one of the most popular delivery trucks in its era because of its efficient engine, with a valve and head design, steering-column shifter, and large useable load space. It was sold in a variety of models including pick-ups, panel vans, and double duty mod - [8901y " O'MARA'S CHAIN MIRACLE " 1951 CHEVROLET SALES FILM w/ VICTOR MCLAGLEN](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8901y-omaras-chain-miracle-1951-chevrolet-sales-film-w-victor-mclaglen/): One of the films made by the Jam Handy Organization for General Motors, "O'Mara's Chain Miracle" is a pay-it-forward branding film. It takes place in a small town where a short tempered traffic cop (played by Victor McLaglen) named O'Mara manages to hold his temper and not explode at the service station guy that stops in the crosswalk (in his brand new convertible Chevy). As a result, the service station guy is nice to a customer (in a Chevy), wh - [8869 1949 CHEVROLET PROMOTIONAL FILM "THE LAST WORD"](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8869-1949-chevrolet-promotional-film-the-last-word/): This 1949 short Chevrolet film, “The Last Word,” produced by Jam Handy, promotes Chevrolet cars by boasting of the research, ingenuity, and engineering that goes into every Chevrolet. The film uses a couple driving several different Chevrolets over a period of several decades, and each time the latest car is the “last word,” or the best car Chevrolet could possibly make. The couple starts out driving a 1913 Chevrolet (00:22), then a 1925 Chevrole - [8865z 1949 CHEVROLET DEALER FILM “IT COULD BE YOU” POST-WAR AUTO SHORTAGE GENERAL MOTORS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8865z-1949-chevrolet-dealer-film-it-could-be-you-post-war-auto-shortage-general-motors/): Made by Jam Handy, "It Could Be You" dates to 1949. This film was made during a time of unusual crisis -- when a shift from wartime to peacetime production led to a unique shortage of new cars despite heavy demand. As the film explains during WW2, the USA's auto industry was geared towards manufacturing war materials, leading to a complete halt of production of new makes and models. The film opens with a man receiving a phone call about a deliver - [8856z 1950 CHEVROLET AUTOMOBILE PROMO FILM 'E FOR EFFICIENCY'](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8856z-1950-chevrolet-automobile-promo-film-e-for-efficiency/): Chevrolet’s 1950 short film, “E for Efficiency,” produced by Jam Handy, touts the efficiency of Chevrolet’s valve-in-head engine. This type of engine (02:12) is only found in Chevrolets when it comes to sedans, such as the 1949 or 1950 Chevrolet Styleline (00:51). The film begins with an animation to briefly explain the general idea of efficiency. Continuing with animation, the film looks at a simplified model of the valve-in-head engine and how - [8852z " MILLIONS OF MASTERPIECES" 1948 CHEVROLET AUTOMOBILE ASSEMBLY LINE PROMO MOVIE](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8852z-millions-of-masterpieces-1948-chevrolet-automobile-assembly-line-promo-movie/): One of the many promotional films for General Motors made by the Jam Handy Organization, "Millions of Masterpieces" (1948) shows the design and assembly process behind the Chevrolet cars of the era. It starts with an historical overview of design in the form of the illumination of books, and then the development of the printing press, as an example of how technology can make things more efficient and produce "millions of masterpieces" just like a - [8749y " IT'S BEEN THERE BEFORE " 1950s CHEVROLET TASK FORCE TRUCKS 1950s PROMO FILM by JAM HANDY (Print 3)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8749y-its-been-there-before-1950s-chevrolet-task-force-trucks-1950s-promo-film-by-jam-handy-print-3/): Chevrolet’s mid-1950s (1955?) short film, “Modern Engine Series, Volume 4: It’s Been There Before,” produced by Jam Handy, promotes Chevrolet Task-Force trucks. The Chevrolet Task Force was Chevrolet's successor to the Advance Design trucks. The Task Force Series ran from late 1955 (second series) through 1959. At GMC locations, it was called the Blue Chip Series. The 1955 second series offered standard options and add-ons such as 12-volt electri - [8748z " PROOF OF THE PLUSES" 1955 CHEVROLET BEL AIR PROMOTIONAL MOVIE](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8748z-proof-of-the-pluses-1955-chevrolet-bel-air-promotional-movie/): This short film touts the superiority of the 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air over Ford and Plymouth. The reasons given include high engine torque twisting power at the transmission (:14); matched rear axles (:23), better weight distribution provides traction to the rear wheels (:28), and better power-to-weight ratio (:39). These points are visualized as a Chevy is shown pulling 16 different full-size makes from other car companies (:48). A dynamometer (1: - [8743z 1956 CHEVROLET STOCK CAR RACING PROMOTIONAL FILM "THE BIG WINNER"](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8743z-1956-chevrolet-stock-car-racing-promotional-film-the-big-winner/): The 1956 short Chevrolet film, “Chevrolet Action Release No. 3: The Big Winner,” produced by Jam Handy, takes a look at Chevrolets and their performance in stock car racing. The film begins with highlights from a few of the stock car events in 1955 and 1956: Daytona Beach, 1955 (00:22); Darlington, SC, 1955 (00:32); Daytona Beach, 1956 (00:48); Sebring, Florida, 1956 (01:08); and Gardena, California, 1956 (01:30), and features a variety of cars i - [8729z " THE RAINBOW IS YOURS " 1952 CHEVROLET BEL AIR AUTOMOBILE SALES FILM STYLELINE CARS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/8729z-the-rainbow-is-yours-1952-chevrolet-bel-air-automobile-sales-film-styleline-cars/): One of a series of films made by the Jam Handy Organization for General Motors after WWII, "The Rainbow is Yours" shows the Chevy Styleline cars of 1952, including the Deluxe and Coupe, in gorgeous color. This allows the film to show off the interior and exterior matching trim and fabrics, including leather seat upholstery and other luxurious features. 00:00 - 0:57: Introduction to the 1952 Chevrolet line, emphasizing beauty, color, and design w - [7846z "AS THE WHEELS TURN" 1950 CHEVROLET DELUXE PROMO FILM BY JAM HANDY](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/7846z-as-the-wheels-turn-1950-chevrolet-deluxe-promo-film-by-jam-handy/): This 1950 longform advertisement produced by Jam Handy Productions looks at the different features on the new Chevrolet Deluxe. It features a man explaining them to his wife by building a model of the car out of objects on their picnic table. The new features include new forms of steering, suspension, shock absorbers, and seat placement. The Chevrolet Deluxe is a trim line of Chevrolet automobiles that was marketed from 1941 to 1952, and was the - [7843z "THE MAGIC TOUCH" 1953 CHEVROLET AUTOMOBILES PROMO FILM POWERGLIDE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/7843z-the-magic-touch-1953-chevrolet-automobiles-promo-film-powerglide-automatic-transmission/): This 1953 Chevrolet promotional film THE MAGIC TOUCH showcases the rear wheel drive Chevy cars of this era, concentrating on the power trains including the Powerglide automatic and Synchromesh manual transmissions. The 108 hp Thrift-King engine is also seen at the 3 minute mark. The high compression 115 horsepower “Blue Flame” is also seen at the 5 minute mark, teamed with a Powerglide automatic transmission. Chevy introduced automatic transmi - [SM10895 “ CHESS FEVER ” 1925 SOVIET SILENT FILM VSEVOLOD PUDOVKIN RUSSIAN OBSESSION WITH CHESS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10895-chess-fever-1925-soviet-silent-film-vsevolod-pudovkin-russian-obsession-with-chess/): The film titled “Chess Fever” (original Russian title: Шахматная горячка), directed by Vsevolod Pudovkin and Nikolai Shpikovsky, is a 1925 black-and-white Soviet silent short film that humorously satirizes the intense chess mania that swept across the Soviet Union during the mid-1920s. Inspired by the craze following the Moscow International Chess Tournament, the film blends a fictional romantic comedy with real documentary footage. The story cen - [GG46915 “MODERN MAGAZINE MAGIC” 1956 CURTIS PUBLISHING CO. MAGAZINE PRODUCTION DOCUMENTARY](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg46915-modern-magazine-magic-1956-curtis-publishing-co-magazine-production-documentary/): Produced by Wilding, "Modern Magazine Magic" (1956) was created by the Curtis Publishing Co. The film portrays the process of magazine production by Curtis starting from trees being cut down for paper production, to printing and designing different magazines. It features various Curtis Co. titles such as The Saturday Evening Post, Ladies’ Home Journal, Jack & Jill, and Holiday. Curtis was founded in 1883 by Cyrus H. K. Curtis and became one of th - [GG2623 Visit to Mt. McKinley National Park, 1947 home movie](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2623-visit-to-mt-mckinley-national-park-1947-home-movie/): 400', Kodachrome color home movie, possibly 1947, shows tourists arriving at Mt. McKinley National Park, park signage, shots of steam and diesel locomotives and small aircraft. Also shows a bar or restaurant called the Bloody Bucket. - [GG2622 President Eisenhower visits Skowhegan, Maine Home Movie 1955](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2622-president-eisenhower-visits-skowhegan-maine-home-movie-1955/): 1955 Kodachrome home movie, showing President Eisenhower's visit to Skowhegan, Maine in the summer of 1955. Starts with shot of Eisenhower waving to crowd at close proximity. Film dates to 1955-1958, and also shows a parade and the memorial cemetery. - [GG2621 Railroading on Cajon Pass Santa Fe Railroad 1950s](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2621-railroading-on-cajon-pass-santa-fe-railroad-1950s/): Railroading on Cajon Pass, 400', Eastman color, MOS, presented by Stan Kistler, photographed by Henry Wong and chester Hogan. Shows both steam and diesel electric locomotives in operation, including multiple unit or multi-locomotive trains moving up the pass. Appears to be shot in the 1950s but released in 1970s? - [GG2620 1930 home movie Camp Wachusett Holderness, New Hampshire](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2620-1930-home-movie-camp-wachusett-holderness-new-hampshire/): B&W, 400', home movie with title cards, showing Camp Wachusett in Holderness, New Hampshire. Camp Wachusett was established in 1903 on Little Squam Lake in Holderness, New Hampshire where it remained until 1985. The Rev. Lorin Webster, Headmaster of the Holderness School in central New Hampshire, was Wachusett's "Founding Father." Wachusett is an Algonquin word for ‘near the mountains.’ There is a Wachusett mountain in Massachusetts. Our motto, - [GG2619 1950s Pennsylvania Jaycees home movie](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2619-1950s-pennsylvania-jaycees-home-movie/): 1950s or 60s home movie, about 200', b&w, shows Pennsylvania Jaycees convention, including close up shots of a man chugging a Balletine beer from a can, a convention hall with many booths, etc. - [GG26185 1930s TRIP TO AUSTRIA, CZECHOSLOVAKIA, GERMANY AND ITALY DRESDEN, PRAGUE, VIENNA KUGELHAUS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg26185-1930s-trip-to-austria-czechoslovakia-germany-and-italy-dresden-prague-vienna-kugelhaus/): Shot by an unknown American tourist, this silent home movie shows a European trip with images shot in Austria, Czechoslovakia, Germany and Italy. The film shows images of nature and famous architecture including the Hofburg Palace, the Carola Bridge, St. Peter’s Cathedral and the angel wing adorned Prague Clock astronomical clock. It also features the famous Kugelhaus; a spherical structure erected in Dresden between Exhibition Palace and Hercul - [GG2617 1937 Home Movie Class Reunion Trip to shore & drinking beer by group of men](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2617-1937-home-movie-class-reunion-trip-to-shore-drinking-beer-by-group-of-men/): 1937 b&w, silent home movie marked "Class Reunion August 9,10,11 1937". Location unknown. Shows a group of 10 or so men, probably in their 30s, lounging on the shore, drinking beer and carousing. (Some good beer drinking shots). - [GG2616 1947 Home Movie Christmas w/ Presents Wedding Flower girl](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2616-1947-home-movie-christmas-w-presents-wedding-flower-girl/): 400', Kodachrome color and b&w home movie, at least one portion from 1947. Shows multiple shots of a young boy and girl dressed in fine clothes -- probably serving as flower girl and ring bearer at a wedding. Then there are shots of weddings, and family attending Catholic religious events. Nice shots of Christmas day with the kids opening toys including a Howdy Doody doll and a beautiful electric train set. - [GG2615 1970s Trip to Egypt Home Movie](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2615-1970s-trip-to-egypt-home-movie/): 400', color, edited home movie showing a trip to Egypt, including shots of the pyramids, and inside one of them. The amateur filmmaker who shot this also filmed Egyptian TV in their hotel and included a fair amount of footage of the TV set. - [GG2614 1933 World's Fair Home Movie Lenticular Kodacolor](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2614-1933-worlds-fair-home-movie-lenticular-kodacolor/): 1933 home movie, Chicago World's Fair and family scenes. Kodacolor lenticular film. Section of footage about the Fair has some vertical scratches. Also includes family footage at the shore, in the pool, etc. - [GG2613 1949 Death Valley Centennial celebration Home Movie](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2613-1949-death-valley-centennial-celebration-home-movie/): 400', Kodachrome color and B&W home movie showing a visit to Death Valley for the Centennial Celebration in 1949. Includes shots of the crowd and the performance (covered wagons, cowboys and Indians) from a distance. One shot of what appears to be actor James Stewart (smoking a pipe) and his wife Gloria Hatrick McLean. Plus shots of Scotty's Castle and other landmarks. - [GG2612 1926 Salt Creek, Wyoming Oil Field Burlington Northern film (silent)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2612-1926-salt-creek-wyoming-oil-field-burlington-northern-film-silent/): 200', MOS, b&w film with title cards throughout showing the Salt Creek, Wyoming oil field. Apparently produced by the Burlington Northern Railroad, the film shows an overview of the settlement area including workers' dormitories, hospital, management office, fire department, and some of the staff. The Salt Creek Oil Field is located in Natrona County, Wyoming. By 1970, more oil had been produced by this field than any other in the Rocky Mountai - [GG2611 Masonite A Sense of Pride 1970s Home Siding Promo Film](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2611-masonite-a-sense-of-pride-1970s-home-siding-promo-film/): "A Sense of Pride", 400', Eastman color SOF, promoting Masonite brand wood home siding. No fade up. Masonite, also called Quartboard or pressboard, is a type of engineered wood made of steam-cooked and pressure-molded wood or paper fibers. The fibers form a stiff, dense material in a range of weights. The process was formulated and patented by American inventor William H. Mason. Masonite has been widely used in traditional school and office - [GG2610 1946 home movie Trip to Southern plantations in Natchez, New Orleans](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2610-1946-home-movie-trip-to-southern-plantations-in-natchez-new-orleans/): 1946 home movie in color, showing a visit to antebellum Southern plantations in Natchez and New Orleans. Images of downtown New Orleans neon signs at night, plus exteriors of many plantation mansions, women in elaborate period dresses, and Black / African American children posing for the camera. Signs for the Dunleith Pilgrimage aka Natchez Spring Pilgrimage, and promenade of trees. - [MD10455 " WYOMING WONDERLAND " 1950s CONTINENTAL TRAILWAYS BUS LINE PROMO FILM YELLOWSTONE PARK](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/md10455-wyoming-wonderland-1950s-continental-trailways-bus-line-promo-film-yellowstone-park/): Presented by Continental Trailways and produced by Sanders Film Productions, "Wyoming Wonderland" (mid-1950s) takes viewers on a bus trip to see scenic wonders. The film features Trailways Flxible VL-100 Vista-Liner buses. Introduced in 1954, The VistaLiner (VL) 100 was Flxible’s answer to General Motors then new PD 4501 “Scenicruiser”. (The VistaLiner was also a “deck and a half” split-level design, with eight seats on the lower level, and thir - [MD10445 " A TRIP TO THE SUN " 1950s GREYHOUND CORP. FLORIDA TOURISM FILM SILVER SPRINGS, KEY WEST](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/md10445-a-trip-to-the-sun-1950s-greyhound-corp-florida-tourism-film-silver-springs-key-west/): Made by Guided Tour Productions on behalf of Greyhound Corp., "A Trip to the Sun" (1962?) stars Carole Wise as magazine travel editor Carol West. In the film West embarks on a bus journey through Florida in a Greyhound Scenicruiser, starting with a warm welcome at the Florida Welcome Station. She meets Florida Development Commissioner Wendell Gerard and explores Silver Springs, known for its glass-bottom boats, catfish abundance, and underwater - [GG2640 1935 Mediterranean Trip Home Movie Algeria / Morocco (?) Gibraltar & Athens, Greece](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2640-1935-mediterranean-trip-home-movie-algeria-morocco-gibraltar-athens-greece/): 1935 home movie, b&w, about 400', shows images of a Mediterranean cruise conducted by a wealthy couple. Film starts in what might be Algeria or Morocco, with many Arab men and women in Muslim dress, and scenes of ancient ruins including a Roman amphitheater. Film then shows a cruise past Gibraltar, and scenes in Athens including the Parthenon and Acropolis, as well as other sights. - [GG2639 1939 Home Movie Chicago, Illinois to Salt Lake City by train](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2639-1939-home-movie-chicago-illinois-to-salt-lake-city-by-train/): B&W home movie, about 200', shows a trip that starts in Chicago, Illinois (some shots of downtown), and ends with shots of the Mormon Temple in Salt Lake City. In between, images include what might be shots of the Royal Gorge (or another deep canyon), a man in an Indian headdress, etc. - [GG26385 “ HOLIDAY IN EUROPE ” 1949 TRANSATLANTIC TRIP ABOARD RMS QUEEN MARY NEW YORK TO SHOREHAM UK](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg26385-holiday-in-europe-1949-transatlantic-trip-aboard-rms-queen-mary-new-york-to-shoreham-uk/): Dating to 1949, this amateur film by John Lomen "Holiday in Europe” shows a trans-Atlantic trip aboard the famed liner RMS Queen Mary. The trip starts at New York's East River, the Atlantic crossing and the start of a vacation in England including scenes in Shoreham-by-Sea and at Stratford-on-Avon. This film was shot shortly after the merger between Cunard and White Star Line in 1947. At the time, CWS was the largest Atlantic passenger line opera - [GG2637 1948 Monterey California Home Movie](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2637-1948-monterey-california-home-movie/): 1948 home movie, about 300', Kodachrome color, shows images of historic sites in Monterey, California including local mission, plus shots of the waterfront and fishing fleet. End of film appears to show a shot of the Hearst Castle from the highway, a mysterious shape on the far mountainside. - [GG2636 1949 and 1950 Daffodil Parade Tacoma, Washington State](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2636-1949-and-1950-daffodil-parade-tacoma-washington-state/): 1950 Kodachrome home movie with coverage of the 1949 and 1950 Daffodil Parades, apparently shot in downtown Tacoma. Gorgeous footage. Also apparently includes a visit to Vancouver and Capilano Canyon, British Columbia. Capilano Canyon is one of the Vancouver area's four canyons and offers splendid views of rushing water over rock nestled in a rainforest surrounding. - [GG2635 1930s German steamship SS Monte Rosa pleasure cruise to Norway / Scandinavia Lenticular Agfacolor film aka Kodacolor (?)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2635-1930s-german-steamship-ss-monte-rosa-pleasure-cruise-to-norway-scandinavia-lenticular-agfacolor-film-aka-kodacolor/): 400', b&w, possibly an Agfacolor / Kodacolor film as it appears to have lenticles (but no Kodacolor markings and comes on an Agfa reel, so most likely Agfacolor?) Film shows a pleasure cruise aboard the SS Monte Rosa, aka HMT Empire Windrush, to visit the Fjords in Norway / Scandinavia. Most of footage shows passengers enjoying themselves and scenery, and shots of the vessel. Probably dates to 1933-34 era, based on accounts of the ship operating - [GG2634 1946 Home Movie San Juan Capistrano mission & visit to Tucson, Arizona](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2634-1946-home-movie-san-juan-capistrano-mission-visit-to-tucson-arizona/): 1946 home movie, Kodachrome, about 200', visit to San Juan Capistrano Mission, and then shots in Tucson including the train depot and Congress Street, with pedestrians and street traffic. Film ends as a large steam locomotive comes into the depot. - [GG2633 Disneyland 1960 Home Movie](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2633-disneyland-1960-home-movie/): 1960 home movie, about 200', Kodachrome color, starts with images shot from a hotel room balcony overlooking the Pacific Coast Highway incline in Santa Monica. Rest of reel shows images of Disneyland, including POV shots on the Disneyland Railroad, shots of the submarines in gray paint scheme, Jungle ride, and Thunder Mountain Railroad in the era when it was about National Parks. The film also includes shots of the Monorails. - [GG2632 1955 Home Movie Trip to Hong Kong, Thailand, and Philippines](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2632-1955-home-movie-trip-to-hong-kong-thailand-and-philippines/): 1955 Kodachrome color home movie, 400', with detailed notes. Hong Kong: Tai Po fishing village, mending nets, Kamtin walled village, turning and drying rice, sampans and junks in harbor, net fishing Bangkok: Chao Prya River, fire boats, tows, vegetable vendor, royal barge figurehead, temple of the Dawn. Philippines: white carabao, coconut palms, one horse taxi, washing in river, peeling coconuts, dance by Catholic students Return home via To - [GG2631 1934 Home Movie Trip to Yellowstone Park, Native Americans / Indian encampment](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2631-1934-home-movie-trip-to-yellowstone-park-native-americans-indian-encampment/): 1934 home movie, 400', b&w, well shot, starts with images of a large encampment of Native Americans / Indians at what appears to be near the Glacier NP lodge. There is a performance by the Indians, which is watched by tourists. Also includes shots from Yellowstone NP including Old Faithful. - [GG2630 Electric Railroad locomotive train POV shot color](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2630-electric-railroad-locomotive-train-pov-shot-color/): Interesting silent, color film (looks like IB ? ) showing a forward-looking POV shot of a moving train. Apparently shot from an electric locomotive, this is a 7:40 long single shot, through tunnels. Shot in daytime, rural scenery, - [GG2629 1941 Home Movie Trip to Nogales, Mexico, Bull Fight, Tucson High & Tucson, Arizona](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2629-1941-home-movie-trip-to-nogales-mexico-bull-fight-tucson-high-tucson-arizona/): 1941 home movie, 400', color, starts with scenes in Nogales, Mexico including Teatro Obrgeon, before showing the bull fights. Next part of film is in Tucson, with shots of Tucson High football game and marching band, and scenes shot in Sabino Canyon including a car driving across a flooded rock bridge. - [GG2628 Kodacolor lenticular home movies Trip to Circle Z Guest Ranch, Patagonia, Arizona & Beach Scenes](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2628-kodacolor-lenticular-home-movies-trip-to-circle-z-guest-ranch-patagonia-arizona-beach-scenes/): 400', Kodacolor lenticular home movie, shows a trip to the Circle Z Guest Ranch in Patagonia, Arizona. Reel also includes shots of two little girls riding a pedal car, drinking soda, and hamming it up for the camera. Reel ends with a visit to the "South" which might be Galveston beach -- or elsewhere. - [GG26275 1926-27 MESKWAKI NATIVE AMERICAN / INDIAN POWWOW & BENTONSPORT IOWA HOMECOMING HOME MOVIE](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg26275-1926-27-meskwaki-native-american-indian-powwow-bentonsport-iowa-homecoming-home-movie/): This extraordinary amateur-shot home movie, which might be titled "Meskwaki Powwow & Bentonsport, Iowa Homecoming” shows converging worlds from the late 1920s (it appears to date to 1926-27.) The opening section shows a sprawling Meskwaki tribe Powwow. Powwows and dances of native tribes are sacred, often used for celebration, meditation and to retain connection among community members. The second portion shows the Bentonsport Homecoming, which w - [GG2626 1947 Trip to Southern California Travelogue Style Home Movie Miramar, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Hollywood, Oxnard, Camarillo](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2626-1947-trip-to-southern-california-travelogue-style-home-movie-miramar-santa-barbara-los-angeles-hollywood-oxnard-camarillo/): 800' film on two reels, Kodachrome color, elaborate 1947 home movie showing a trip to Southern California including visits to downtown Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, as well as trips to the Hidden Valley Ranch, Santa Barbara, Oxnard and Camarillo. Shots of neon signage and Xmas decorations in Oxnard area. Very well shot home movie with title cards throughout. - [GG2625 1959 European Trip to Switzerland, Spain and Portugal, return to NYC](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2625-1959-european-trip-to-switzerland-spain-and-portugal-return-to-nyc/): 400', Kodachrome color with title cards, 1959 home movie showing trip to Interlaken, Switzerland, as well as scenes in Madrid, Spain and Lisbon, Portugal. End of film shows images in New York City including Rockefeller Center and Empire State Building. Lid of can indicates this is #4 in a set, location of other films unknown but possibly could be ID'd via distinctive title cards. - [GG2624 Atlantic Petroleum Co. 1961 Dealer convention promo film w/ Sterling Yates](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2624-atlantic-petroleum-co-1961-dealer-convention-promo-film-w-sterling-yates/): 400', color, SOF with Sterling Yates (a Pittsburgh area broadcaster) and female models, promoting the start of the 1961 dealer convention for Atlantic Petroleum. Yates arrives on roller skates and is assisted out of them by one of the female models. After a few minute intro and getting some laughs, Yates introduces part of the W.C. Fields film "Hurry, Hurry". Yates section is about 3 minutes, "Hurry Hurry" possibly six minutes. - [MD10505 " DESIGN FOR BEAUTY " 1951 INTERNATIONAL SILVER COMPANY PROMO STERLING SILVER FLATWARE](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/md10505-design-for-beauty-1951-international-silver-company-promo-sterling-silver-flatware/): This International Silver Company promotional film "Design for Beauty" (1951) was written by Ralph Schoolman, shot by Roy E Long, directed by Lee Bobker, and produced by Vision Associates. The film promotes fine silver, and explores the rich heritage and significance of that metal, tracing its journey from ancient Greece and the Roman Empire to its development into "Sterling" silver in 13th century England. It highlights the contributions of mas - [MD10495 GEORGE WASHINGTON BRIDGE MAJOR DECK REPLACEMENT PROJECT 1977-78 CONSTRUCTION FILM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/md10495-george-washington-bridge-major-deck-replacement-project-1977-78-construction-film/): Sponsored by United States Steel, this film examines a major deck replacement project on the George Washington Bridge undertaken by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey in 1977-78. The bridge is described as the world's most heavily traveled bridge, and opened in 1931, with over 1.6 billion vehicles having crossed it through 1977. It documents a $37 million project necessitated by wear, and to accommodate the significant traffic volume. - [SM11305 "WILD, WILD WAGENS" 1970 VOLKSWAGEN VW BEETLE PROMO FILM RACING FORMULA V BUGS & HOT RODS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11305-wild-wild-wagens-1970-volkswagen-vw-beetle-promo-film-racing-formula-v-bugs-hot-rods/): The film "Wild Wild Wagens" (1970) highlights the thrill and excitement of car enthusiasts participating in a cultural phenomenon centered around the Volkswagen Beetle. The scene opens with a comparison of the typical frustrations of freeway driving to the excitement of racing at events like "bug-in" gatherings. These enthusiasts show their passion by customizing their cars, holding contests, and racing in various competitions such as slalom and - [SM11285 " ARMAUER HANSEN / DISCOVERER OF LEPROSY BACILLUS " STUDY OF HANSEN'S DISEASE AKA LEPROSY](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11285-armauer-hansen-discoverer-of-leprosy-bacillus-study-of-hansens-disease-aka-leprosy/): Released in 1976 by CBS Productions, "Armauer Hansen / Discoverer of the Leprosy Bacillus" tells the story of Armauer Hansen's groundbreaking research led to worldwide recognition of Leprosy, changes in medical practices, and improvements in hygiene and isolation of patients. In the 1860s, leprosy (aka Hansen's Disease) was a widespread and mysterious disease, affecting many fishermen and farmers in Norway. Dr. Hans Henrik Arow Hansen, assigned - [SM11085 1953 EASTER SUNDAY AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL. SUNRISE SERVICE (SILENT)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11085-1953-easter-sunday-at-the-hollywood-bowl-sunrise-service-silent/): Dating to Easter Sunday (April 5) in 1953, this 16mm silent home movie shows the Easter sunrise services at the Hollywood Bowl. That year was the 33rd annual service, and broadcast coast to coast on CBS, and the event was hosted by The Chimes, with orchestral performances directed by Roger Wagner. The Roger Wagner Chorale and Orchestra performed Handel's Messiah among other works. The benediction was provided by Rev. Ronald Holcomb. Hollywood sta - [SM11075 WWII RAW FOOTAGE U.S. ARMY AIR FORCE & MARINE CORPS BASEBALL GAME TRICK POOL SHOTS DEMO](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11075-wwii-raw-footage-u-s-army-air-force-marine-corps-baseball-game-trick-pool-shots-demo/): Dating to WWII, this silent footage shows one (or possibly more) baseball games at Tyndall Field in Panama City, Florida, followed (5:29) by footage of a trick pool shooting demonstration. It's not known what year this was shot; the 1943 and 1944 Tyndall Field Tornadoes had four players who ended up in the minor leagues after the war. It's not clear who the opponent is in the games shown, but the jersey of the opposing player seen at 1:27 appears - [SM11065 " FOREWARD ON LIBERTY'S TEAM " WWII ERA PATRIOTIC BOY SCOUT FILM VERDUGO HILLS, CALIFORNIA](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11065-foreward-on-libertys-team-wwii-era-patriotic-boy-scout-film-verdugo-hills-california/): Made by an unknown filmmaker during WWII "Foreward (sic) On Liberty's Team" was probably made for the Verdugo Hills, California Boy Scouts. It begins with a prayer by a priest or rabbi asking for divine guidance to inspire the youth toward peace, harmony, and freedom, and to eliminate violence and suffering from the world. The film reflects on America’s history, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to justice, liberty, and equality, and acknowledg - [SM11055 " TESTING TIRES " 1950s UNITED STATES RUBBER CO. US ROYAL MASTER TIRE PROMO FILM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11055-testing-tires-1950s-united-states-rubber-co-us-royal-master-tire-promo-film/): This film, possibly titled "Testing Tires" (1950s) discusses the importance of tire safety, highlighting that tires are critical for steering, stopping, and overall vehicle control. United States Rubber Company introduces the US Royal Master tire, claiming it is the safest and most durable tire ever built. Extensive tests are performed on worn tires, including torture tests with railroad spikes, axe heads, and high-speed trials, demonstrating the - [SM11045 " PAGE ONE STORY " 1940s UNITED WAY FUNDRAISING FILM COMMUNITY CHEST ACTIVITIES](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11045-page-one-story-1940s-united-way-fundraising-film-community-chest-activities/): This United Way film featuring Myron McCormick is believed to be titled "Page One Story" (main title is missing). It appears to date to the immediate post-WWII era. It was directed by Gene Milford and written by Basil Reyea and cinematography by William Miller. (Note: at the time this film was made, United Way was known either as Community Chests of America or Red Feather Services. "Red feather campaigns" took place with donors handed a red feath - [SM11035 1970s TV COMMERCIALS MILLER HIGH LIFE MARX TOYS BIG WHEEL ROCK 'EM SOCK 'EM ROBOTS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11035-1970s-tv-commercials-miller-high-life-marx-toys-big-wheel-rock-em-sock-em-robots/): This collection of TV commercials showcases a range of products, primarily focusing on toys and beverages. Harvey's Bristol Cream promotes its product as a thoughtful gesture when entertaining friends, while the Big Wheel tricycle by Marx is advertised as a fun, adjustable toy for children. Super Shell gasoline is highlighted for its reliability in extreme conditions, such as Death Valley. Miller High Life beer is marketed to active, on-the-go in - [SM11025 Borax Firebrake Dupe Negative and audio](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11025-borax-firebrake-dupe-negative-and-audio/) - [SM11015 1960s TV COMMERCIALS. MATTEL TOYS BARBIE FAN CLUB SPY KIT MAX FACTOR MAKE-UP](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11015-1960s-tv-commercials-mattel-toys-barbie-fan-club-spy-kit-max-factor-make-up/): Here is a compilation of vintage commercials from the 1960s, primarily showcasing a variety of Mattel toys and other nostalgic products. It begins with ads for Western-themed toy cap guns, holsters, and realistic accessories that echo the spirit of the Old West. It then introduces Blaze, a talking toy horse, and continues with action-oriented items like the Dick Tracy Power Jet Gun and the secret agent 0M weapon set. The Barbie Fan Club is also p - [SM11005 " THE NEW RIDE " 1970s HONDA MINI BIKE RIDER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONAL FILM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm11005-the-new-ride-1970s-honda-mini-bike-rider-safety-instructional-film/): One of a series of motorcycle riding instructional films released by Honda, "The New Ride" (produced late 1960s or early 1970s) provides a comprehensive overview of minibikes and their operation, emphasizing both the fun and the responsibility that comes with it. This film was produced by Vix-Winkle Productions at a time when off-road motorcycle riding was causing friction between riders and the public, and the film tries to educate riders about - [SM10995 "CYCLE LOGIC / CYCLE SAFETY" 1967 U.S. AIR FORCE & LAPD MOTORCYCLE TRAINING FILM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10995-cycle-logic-cycle-safety-1967-u-s-air-force-lapd-motorcycle-training-film/): This film "Cycle Logic Cycle Safety" (1967) was produced by F-M Productions for the U.S. Air Force in conjunction with the Los Angeles Police Department. It focuses on motorcycle safety and the importance of proper training, awareness, and equipment in preventing accidents. It opens with a motorcycle crash and a conversation between Officer Rockwood and Dr. Stewart, who is conducting a study on such incidents. Rockwood argues that most accidents - [SM10985 NASA SURVEYOR SPACECRAFT LANDING TESTS JPL HUGHES AIRCRAFT LUNAR PROBE PROGRAM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10985-nasa-surveyor-spacecraft-landing-tests-jpl-hughes-aircraft-lunar-probe-program/): This film from Hughes Aircraft, "Surveyor Spacecraft Landing Tests" dates to the early 1960s. Surveyor was initiated by NASA to prepare for the Apollo program, with the first successful mission, Surveyor 1, launched on May 30, 1966. The program continued until January 1968, during which seven robotic spacecraft were sent to the Moon. Surveyor marked a significant milestone in demonstrating the feasibility of soft lunar landings. NASA's Jet Propu - [SM10965 "FIRE AND THE WHEEL" 1959 SOCONY MOBIL OIL FILM PETROLEUM PROSPECTING & OIL PRODUCTS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10965-fire-and-the-wheel-1959-socony-mobil-oil-film-petroleum-prospecting-oil-products/): This film explores the profound impact of petroleum—described as a “humdrum magical substance”—on modern civilization. It traces oil’s journey from ancient sea life to underground reservoirs, detailing how geologists, seismic teams, and drillers locate and extract it. Oil transformed American life by fueling transportation, freeing people to live and work where they choose, and powering machines that replaced human toil. The development of refine - [SM10955 " BUILDINGS OF MUD ADOBE " 1955 USE OF ADOBE BRICKS IN CONSTRUCTION. CASA GRANDE ARIZONA.](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10955-buildings-of-mud-adobe-1955-use-of-adobe-bricks-in-construction-casa-grande-arizona/): Dating to 1955, "Buildings of Mud Adobe" was made by Arizona State College and distributed by Young America Films. It was directed by Joel Benedict. 00:00 : The earth itself, mixed with water, forms natural adobe bricks, which were sun-dried and used in ancient construction, such as the Tower of Babel and the Egyptian pyramids. 1:01-1:37 : Adobe bricks trace their origin back to Arabic and have historical significance in the Americas. Native Am - [SM10945 1948 ISRAELI HAGANAH SHIP UNAFRAID ARRIVES IN BRITISH CONTROLLED PALESTINE ISRAEL EXODUS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10945-1948-israeli-haganah-ship-unafraid-arrives-in-british-controlled-palestine-israel-exodus/): Dating to February, 1948 (although some sources state 1945) just a few months before the Israeli declaration of independence, this silent footage shows the voyage of the Hagana ship "Unafraid" as it journeys from Europe to British controlled Palestine. Once it arrives there, the ship is seized by the Royal Navy. The film documents a pivotal movement in the history of the state of Israel. In the aftermath of the Holocaust, survivors were evacuated - [SM10935 "MOSCOW CLAD IN SNOW" WINTER 1908 MOSCOW RUSSIA (SILENT)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10935-moscow-clad-in-snow-winter-1908-moscow-russia-silent/): Released in 1909 by Pathe, "Moscow Clad in Snow" is a short silent documentary film directed by Frenchman Joseph-Louis Mundwiller about winter in Moscow 1908. The film is in four parts. First, the camera pans the Kremlin and Marshal's Bridge. Sleds are parked in rows. Horse-drawn sleighs run up and down a busy street. Next, we visit the mushroom and fish market where common people work and shop. In Petrovsky Park are the well-to-do. Men are in gr - [SM10925 "OH! WOODSTOCK!" 1970 DOCUMENTARY ON SOCIETAL IMPACT OF WOODSTOCK MUSIC FESTIVAL](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10925-oh-woodstock-1970-documentary-on-societal-impact-of-woodstock-music-festival/): This film "Oh! Woodstock!" (1970) presents a discussion about the Woodstock music festival that reveals a deep generational and cultural divide in 1969 America. While some saw the festival as a rebellious expression of youth identity in response to societal alienation, materialism, and the Vietnam War, others viewed it as chaotic, immoral, and dangerous. The event attracted mostly white, middle-class young people and, despite poor organization, i - [SM10915 " RED REPUBLIC " 1934 TOUR OF THE SOVIET UNION / RUSSIA BY MARGARET BOURKE-WHITE](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10915-red-republic-1934-tour-of-the-soviet-union-russia-by-margaret-bourke-white/): This short film "Red Republic" dates to 1934 but was re-released decades later. It was shot by famed photographer Margaret Bourke-White, and is known as her first (and last) attempt at filmmaking. The film was made possible thanks to a donation of 20,000 feet of film by Kodak. Bourke-White was an American photographer and documentary photographer and the first foreign photographer permitted to take pictures of Soviet industry under the Soviets' - [SM10905 MISTER MAGOO SHOW PREMIERE PARTY AT PT. MUGU / PACIFIC MISSILE RANGE. w/ STEPHEN BOSUSTOW](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/sm10905-mister-magoo-show-premiere-party-at-pt-mugu-pacific-missile-range-w-stephen-bosustow/): This silent footage shows a party thrown in honor of the premiere of the Mr. Magoo Show, apparently held at Pt. Mugu, the Naval Missile Test Center located north of Los Angeles. It likely dates to 1960. A Regulus II missile is shown in target drone configuration (:38), with the Mr. Magoo logo painted on the missile. Stephen Bosustow, a founder of animation company UPA and the creator of the Mr. Mugu Show, is prominently featured and seen at 1:39 - [BF10365 " SURF RIDERS " 1960 SURFING CULTURE IN HAWAII DIAMOND HEAD. WAIKIKI.](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/bf10365-surf-riders-1960-surfing-culture-in-hawaii-diamond-head-waikiki/): Produced by Castle Films in 1960, "Surf Riders" explores the rich culture and thrilling sports of Hawaii, focusing on its native traditions like the hula dance and surfing. It highlights how the hula, once performed for Polynesian gods, is now danced for visitors, with easy-to-follow lessons from skilled teachers. Surfing is portrayed as a central aspect of Hawaiian life, with visitors quickly learning to ride waves on heavy, long surfboards. The - [BF10355a " EL HAJJ MALIK EL SHABAZZ " BIOGRAPHY OF MALCOLM X BLACK NATIONALIST (PART 1)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/bf10355a-el-hajj-malik-el-shabazz-biography-of-malcolm-x-black-nationalist-part-1/): This documentary "El Hajj Malik El Shabazz" (1978) traces the life and legacy of Malcolm X, highlighting his transformation from a troubled youth involved in crime to a powerful and uncompromising voice for Black empowerment and self-determination. Born Malcolm Little, he endured a traumatic childhood before turning to crime and being imprisoned. In prison, he discovered the teachings of Elijah Muhammad and the Nation of Islam. Emerging as Malcol - [BF10345 " MEN IN CRISIS: WILSON VS. THE SENATE" WOODROW WILSON & FORMATION OF THE LEAGUE OF NATIONS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/bf10345-men-in-crisis-wilson-vs-the-senate-woodrow-wilson-formation-of-the-league-of-nations/): Dating to 1964, this episode of the David Wolper produced program "Men in Crisis" is entitled "Wilson vs. the Senate." This documentary looks at the era immediately after World War I, when President Woodrow Wilson sought to create a lasting peace through the League of Nations. Despite initial public support, Wilson faced fierce opposition from the U.S. Senate, especially from Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, who feared the League would compromise Ameri - [BF10335 " FAMOUS FIRSTS IN AVIATION " LINDBERGH EARHART HUGHES RICKENBACKER ELDER AIRSHIPS](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/bf10335-famous-firsts-in-aviation-lindbergh-earhart-hughes-rickenbacker-elder-airships/): This collection of short "Milestone of the Century" films chronicles significant milestones in aviation history, highlighting the perseverance and achievements of various aviators and aircraft. It begins with the 1919 transatlantic flight of the U.S. Navy’s NC4, which made history despite challenges, followed by key figures like Charles Lindbergh, who made the first solo nonstop trans-Atlantic flight in 1927, and Amelia Earhart, the first woman t - [BF10325 "MEN IN CRISIS" 1935 ITALIAN INVASION OF ETHIOPIA & SECOND ITALO-ETHIOPIAN WAR](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/bf10325-men-in-crisis-1935-italian-invasion-of-ethiopia-second-italo-ethiopian-war/): This episode of the TV series "Men in Crisis" is entitled "Selassie vs. Mussolini" (1964) and was directed by Alan Landsburg. It portrays the historical struggle known as the Second Italo-Ethiopian War. In the mid-1930s, Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia appealed to the League of Nations for help after Italy's fascist dictator Benito Mussolini, driven by imperial ambition, invaded Ethiopia to restore a new Roman Empire. Despite Ethiopia’s limi - [BF10315 1960s VINTAGE CAMEL CIGARETTES TV COMMERCIALS "REAL TASTE SATISFIES LONGER "](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/bf10315-1960s-vintage-camel-cigarettes-tv-commercials-real-taste-satisfies-longer/): Dating to the mid-to-late 1960s, these Camel cigarette TV commercials promote the fact that "Camel's real taste satisfies longer." 0:08 - Advertisement highlights Camel cigarettes’ real taste that satisfies longer 0:10 - Claims the best tobacco makes the best, mild-tasting smoke 0:16 - Emphasizes Camel’s taste satisfaction 0:42 - Oscar White introduces himself, a Camel smoker, whose job preserves natural resources while planning future infrastr - [MD10515 " THE SHORTEST WAY HOME " 1946 POST-WWII GREYHOUND BUS LINES PROMO FILM](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/md10515-the-shortest-way-home-1946-post-wwii-greyhound-bus-lines-promo-film/): Dating to 1946 and produced by Wilding, "The Shortest Way Home" is a promotional film for Greyhound bus lines starring Richard Fraser, Beatrice Gray, Emmett Hogan, Bruce Kellog, Joel Allen, Bill Murphy and Lee Slater. The film's story focuses on Wylie, a WWII veteran who embarks on a journey from Minnesota across the post-war United States. Wy is struggling with readjusting to civilian life, feeling out of place and missing his wartime comrades. - [MD10485 " THE JOKER " 1950s UNITED STATES STEEL ACCIDENT PREVENTION FILM w/ HANS CONRIED](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/md10485-the-joker-1950s-united-states-steel-accident-prevention-film-w-hans-conried/): Made by United States Steel, "The Joker" is a safety film featuring actor Hans Conried. The film has Conried playing the part of the gremlin-like "Joker", a menace who causes accidents at a steel plant by distracting workers into being lax with safety procedures to results ranging from bad to worse. The film attempts to illustrate the importance of safety practices and discusses various hazards like machinery operation, material handling, and the - [GG2655 1946 Science Fair Footage (mos)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2655-1946-science-fair-footage-mos/): B&W footage of a science fair, 1946, MOS. Shots of various displays and judges looking at student work. - [GG2654 1936 Home Movie Columbia River Gorge Mt. Hood Dry Falls Coulee Dam Construction](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2654-1936-home-movie-columbia-river-gorge-mt-hood-dry-falls-coulee-dam-construction/): 1936 home movie, b&w, about 200', shows a visit to the Columbia River Gorge, plus images of Mt. Hood, the Dry Falls State Park, and construction site for the Grand Coulee Dam. - [GG2653 1967 Trip to Florida Home Movie Amusement Park Zoo](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2653-1967-trip-to-florida-home-movie-amusement-park-zoo/): 1967 home movie, Kodachrome color. Film shows a trip to what might be Miami Beach, with images of a zoo and a hotel with swimming pool. One short but nice section has an amusement park with an automobile ride and train. Possibly this is the 163rd Street Shopping Center's Kiddie Park, a mini-amusement park area with a choo-choo train and a Ferris wheel-styled ride with seating that was designed as small mustard-yellow helicopters. - [GG2652 1955 Wilson Family Home Movies 50th Anniversary Party Bicycles, Halloween Costumes, Easter eggs](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2652-1955-wilson-family-home-movies-50th-anniversary-party-bicycles-halloween-costumes-easter-eggs/): 1955 Kodachrome home movie, 400', shows the 55th Wedding Anniversary of the Wilson patriarch -- with the entire family posing for beautiful images. This family probably lived in Iowa. Also on this reel are shots of kids on bikes, in Halloween costumes, and with Easter eggs. There is a trip to the Grand Canyon and Petrified Forest, and fishing at Corning, Iowa. - [GG2651 1930 Home Movie Voyage aboard SS Laconia by Gannett family to London & Cambridge, England](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2651-1930-home-movie-voyage-aboard-ss-laconia-by-gannett-family-to-london-cambridge-england/): 1930 home movie, b&w, 400, with title cards throughout. Apparently shot by a member of the Gannett family of Boston, Massachusetts. This film shows the extended family including Robert T. Gannett, Thomas B. Gannett, John D. Gannett and others aboard the SS Laconia on their way to Europe. Lots of shipboard activities shown such as table tennis competition. The last part of the film shows scenes at Cambridge, including King's College and the River - [GG2650 1950 Home Movie visit to Monument Valley, Arizona Navajo Indian Reservation](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2650-1950-home-movie-visit-to-monument-valley-arizona-navajo-indian-reservation/): 1950 home movie, shots of a visit to Monument Valley, Arizona and the Navajo Indian reservation. Kodachrome color, 400'. - [GG2649 1930s Home Movie Airship over Quebec St Hubert Ausable Chasm R-100 Dirigible over Canada](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2649-1930s-home-movie-airship-over-quebec-st-hubert-ausable-chasm-r-100-dirigible-over-canada/): 400', b&w, home movie with segments from at least 1930-1936. Shows R-100 Airship over a Canadian city, possibly Quebec, plus shots of Ausable Chasm, Horseshoe Falls (Niagara Falls), the Cozy Inn, golf, wedding, etc. R100 departed for Canada on 29 July 1930, reaching its mooring mast at the St-Hubert, Quebec Airport (outside Montreal) in 78 hours, having covered the great circle route of 3,300 mi (5,300 km) at an average ground speed of 42 mph - [GG2648 1965 Home Movie Oroville Washington](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2648-1965-home-movie-oroville-washington/): 1965 Kodachrome home movie, 400', shot in and around Oroville and Waitsburg, Washington State. Stadelman Fruit Company, crates of apples, snowmobile races, helicopter, apple orchards, swimming pool at a motel. - [GG2647 1928 Richmond Hill Home Movie Gates Flying Circus Family scenes](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2647-1928-richmond-hill-home-movie-gates-flying-circus-family-scenes/): 1928 home movie with some title cards, including "Hollywood Comes to Richmond Hill". 400', b&w. Starts with images of a mother and child before showing scenes shot at the Gates Air Circus including early biplanes and other aircraft. Also additional domestic scenes. - [GG2646 Here's Lucy United States Savings Bond Promo w/ Lucille Ball](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2646-heres-lucy-united-states-savings-bond-promo-w-lucille-ball/): During the sixth season of "Here's Lucy", Lucille Ball, Gale, and Lucy Carter filmed a special segment for the United States Department of Treasury. This was to promote the U.S. Savings Bond program’s payroll savings plan. This segment, which ran half the length of a typical Here’s Lucy installment, featured the cast in character on the Unique Employment Agency set. It was written by series staff writer Bob O’Brien. Much of the comedy material wa - [GG26445 " HOT CAR " 1958 RESTRICTED POLICE TRAINING FILM GRAND THEFT AUTO](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg26445-hot-car-1958-restricted-police-training-film-grand-theft-auto/): Dating to 1958 and originally "restricted" to showing to law enforcement officers, "Hot Car" was produced by a company called Police Science. Shot in Los Angeles, the film discusses the complexities of combating grand theft auto and the challenges faced by law enforcement officers in detecting and addressing car theft. It highlights the motivations behind auto theft, ranging from joyrides by juveniles to organized professional operations that alt - [GG2643 Pistons, Props, Pilots 1971 Pennzoil Film Art Scholl Airplane racing](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2643-pistons-props-pilots-1971-pennzoil-film-art-scholl-airplane-racing/): "Pistons Props Pilots", gorgeous color, 30 minutes, Pennzoil promo film with Art Scholl, who was an aerobatic pilot. Arthur Everett Scholl was an American aerobatic pilot, aerial cameraman, flight instructor and educator based in Riverside, Southern California. He died during the filming of Top Gun when his Pitts S-2 camera plane failed to recover from a spin and plunged into the Pacific Ocean. - [GG2642 1960 El Camino Real / California Missions documentary by Ethel M Grupp (magentic sound)](https://stock.periscopefilm.com/gg2642-1960-el-camino-real-california-missions-documentary-by-ethel-m-grupp-magentic-sound/): Impressive 1200' amateur made film, showing a trip up the Camino Real and up the California coast, showing off the Catholic missions. This film has a magnetic soundtrack and is narrated and has music. Kodachrome color. 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