Internet Archive - Collection: ephemera

Comparative Tests On A Human And A Chimpanzee Infant Of Approximately The Same Age, Part 2

Mon, 19 May 2008 15:23:32 GMT

Compares the reactions of a normal human infant between the ages of 10 and 14.5 months to psychological tests, and the responses of a chimpanzee companion, age 7.5 to 12 months, to the same tests. Brings out the effects of different rates of growth and learning abilities and illustrates the capacity....

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Blues Maker

Thu, 08 May 2008 04:08:50 GMT

Shows Mississippi blues singer, Fred Mc Dowell, singing and talking about his blues. Includes scenes of the area which helped to shape his country blues..

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Test clip

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 06:22:01 GMT

I'm just testing something here. Don't pay me no nevermind...

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Thread Of Life

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 04:55:15 GMT

A film about genetics and heredity in man, various traits are shown and the methods by which they are transmitted is explained..

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Our Mr. Sun

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 18:02:20 GMT

From the description in Rick Prelinger's Field Guide to Sponsored Films: Popular scientific film directed by Frank Capra that launched the Bell System Science series. Combining animation and live action, Our Mr....

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Congruent Triangles

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 19:06:03 GMT

Bruce and Katharine Cornwell are primarily known for a series of remarkable animated films on the subject of geometry. Created on the Tektronics 4051 Graphics Terminal, they are brilliant short films, tracing Klee-like geometric shapes to intriguing music, including the memorable 'Bach meets Third S....

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[Sperm footage]

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:53:10 GMT

Lab footage of sperm..

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Brotherhood of Man, The

Wed, 02 May 2007 05:37:55 GMT

An animated film, in humorous style, which makes the point that dissimilarities between people are not basic but result from superficial environmental influences. Based on the pamphlet 'RACES OF MANKIND' by Ruth Benedict and Gene Weltfish....

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[Rural Civil Defense TV Spots 1965]

Sun, 18 Feb 2007 14:57:24 GMT

Public service announcements by the U.S. Civil Defense office inform farmers what to do in case of nuclear attack using marionettes..

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Gateways to the Mind

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 05:15:33 GMT

The story of what science has learned about the human senses and how they function. Includes documentary sequences..

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Alphabet Conspiracy

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 17:24:44 GMT

Part of the Bell Science series. The story of the science of language and linguistics centered around plot to destroy the alphabet and all language. Features Dr. Frank Baxter and the brilliant Hans Conried..

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Joy of Living With Fragrance

Fri, 30 Jun 2006 00:11:35 GMT

Shows what the magic of fragrance can do for every woman. Gives her added confidence, a heightened personality and a uniqueness that is all her own. Tells where exotic scents come from and offers suggestions on the selection and application of various perfumes and colognes..

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Soft as a Cloud

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 22:19:37 GMT

So you've spent all this money on the latest appliances, but you still aren't happy. Perhaps it is because your water is "old fashioned". This film sells the housewife on buying a water softener for the home even if they already have soft water..

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Freeze-In

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 22:16:33 GMT

Made for Sears appliance salesmen, this film tries to capitalize on the zany format of TV's Laugh-In to introduce the new Kenmore freezer campaign. Even though the film features two of the stars from Laugh-In - Arte Johnson and Judy Carne.- it is clear that the director of this ephemeral gem missed ....

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Coal Miner, The

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 18:49:40 GMT

This film explains and explores the advanced technology in today's coal industry through interviews with men and women who work in the mines and are proud of it. They tell the story of American technology and our national pastime of building a better mousetrap....

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Crossroads USA

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 14:46:30 GMT

This is a shortened version odd little morality play about the opportunities of oil as told in a gas station that's about to be robbed. A story of individual ownership of a service station is used as evidence that the public's best interests are served by privately-managed businesses whose owners ar....

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Drive-In Movie Ads

Mon, 22 May 2006 15:38:10 GMT

Super short advertisements used during intermission at drive-in movie theaters during the 1950's and early 1960's to get people to consume junk food from the concession stand, may be viewed here. Warning: watching these ads may make you hungry! .

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Our Obligation

Sat, 20 May 2006 11:44:16 GMT

Amazing work of melodrama for PTAs and school boards, this film tells the story of a school fire, the panic that developed and the loss of life that occurred. Discusses the obligation of teachers, school administrators and parents to provide fireproof buildings and all other safety devices necessary....

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Pop Goes The Whistle

Sat, 20 May 2006 07:28:57 GMT

Is somebody crazy? Pop Goes the Whistle..

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Cigarettes (version 2)

Fri, 19 May 2006 22:20:08 GMT

Get the item that adds to your personal comfort. Lucky Strike cigarette commercial with stop-motion animation of square-dancing cigarettes. Teleconference meeting filmed in New York City, with participation from, and shown to, Philip Morris employees in various cities around the United States, to ....

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Goodbye to Garbage

Tue, 25 Apr 2006 16:35:39 GMT

This film introduces housewives to the miracle appliance that is the garbage disposal..

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Duncan Hines Cake Mix Commercial

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 12:07:22 GMT

Duncan Hines Cake Mix Commercial.

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Sinutab Commercial

Fri, 07 Apr 2006 12:05:37 GMT

Sinutab television commercial.

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Among Your Souvenirs

Thu, 06 Apr 2006 09:30:50 GMT

Portrays the menace foreign plant and animal pests present to U S Agriculture and Public Health. Shows how tourists unwittingly bring serious foreign pests into the United States in innocent looking items....

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This Is Life

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 16:53:31 GMT

"Full and complete" story of meat from the ranches and farms of America to the dinner table. Talks about how protein from meat is important to human body. Also about the entire meat process - from livestock ranchers to transportation to stockyards to meatpacking to your grocery store....

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Meat - From Range To Market

Wed, 05 Apr 2006 07:58:58 GMT

Gives an overview of the meat industry, including methods of inspection methods of cutting and packaging meats and uses of by-products. Includes beautiful assembly line footage of different aspects of meat processing..

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National Barbeque Month PSA

Tue, 04 Apr 2006 18:09:34 GMT

A quick course in barbecuing - just in time for National Barbeque Month..

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Democracy

Mon, 03 Apr 2006 19:07:18 GMT

Presents nature of meaning of democracy; develops keen appreciation for meaning of democracy by analyzing 4 major concepts on which exists substantial body of general agreement. Points out that true democracy is characterized by at least 2 signs....

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Living with the Atom

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 13:14:03 GMT

Explains the atom as the basic structure of matter. Depicts the birth of the atomic age from Alamogordo, Hiroshima and Nagasaki through the development of the thermonuclear H-bomb. Addresses the morality behind the awesome power of atomic energy..

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Wonder of Water

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 07:46:57 GMT

Attention is drawn to the interesting chemical structure of water and then to its amazing life-sustaining properties..

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Food Getting Among Animals

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 07:43:00 GMT

Shows how different animals acquire food. And like other Moody Institute of Science films, there is a religious message..

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Fish Family, A

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 07:41:05 GMT

The complete reproduction cycle of the blue acara fish is pictured. Included are the processes of preparing the nest, egg laying, fertilization, care during incubation, nursery construction, transporting hatchlings to nurseries and guarding the young....

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Electric Eel

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 07:38:40 GMT

Irwin Moon shows us the electric eel and demonstrates its amazing abilities to shock fish for food and to use "radar" to find the fish..

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British Government Public Information Films

Fri, 07 Oct 2005 08:46:29 GMT

This small collection of public information films from the British government produced during the years 1945 to 1952 is quite entertaining. Topics include public health, travel, traffic, education, and the military....

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Let's Make A Sandwich

Mon, 11 Jul 2005 09:05:21 GMT

Sally Gasco (short for "gas company") and her mother make tuna rarebit for their young boy guests. Thanks to their gas stove, this process is quick and easy..

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Incredible Edible Egg in Foodservice

Mon, 11 Jul 2005 09:02:37 GMT

Explores the various ways to prepare eggs in quantity for foodservice workers. Also introduces laymen to the "long egg"..

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York Peppermint Patty Commercial

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 23:20:51 GMT

York Peppermint Patty television commercial.

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Pampers Commercial

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 22:52:24 GMT

Pampers commercial for television.

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Hellman's Mayonnaise Commercial

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 22:34:49 GMT

Hellman's Mayonnaise television commercial.

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Halls Vapor Action Commercial

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 22:26:50 GMT

Halls Vapor Action television commercial..

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Crunch and Munch Commercial

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 22:14:58 GMT

Television commercial for Crunch and Munch.

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Certs Commercial - Get Certs, Get Closer

Thu, 30 Jun 2005 10:45:08 GMT

Television commercial for Certs.

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Mobile Lab : Any Questions?

Wed, 29 Jun 2005 08:18:47 GMT

Describes the curriculum of a mobile science laboratory traveling from high school to high school in Washington, DC. Shows how the program demonstrates that science is relevant to urban living..

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Explosives - Tool for Progress

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 09:40:25 GMT

Demonstrates the essentiality of explosives to the nation's life. Illustrates how our daily living is touched by explosives constructively, efficiently, economically and safely..

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Don't Touch

Tue, 21 Jun 2005 08:53:39 GMT

We learn about the blasting caps and their danger to kids..

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Atom Goes To Sea, The

Tue, 14 Jun 2005 08:15:23 GMT

Explains how an atomic powered submarine operates. Includes scenes at the Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory in Schenectady and the submarine reactor test site at West Milton, New York..

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Twenty-Five Hour Day

Wed, 08 Jun 2005 08:16:54 GMT

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Butcher, The Baker and The Ice Cream Maker, The

Tue, 07 Jun 2005 06:33:43 GMT

And animated sales pitch for prepackaged ice cream cartons for grocers, druggists, etc. The story involves the butcher and baker looking for a third person to help them sing at the nursery school fair..

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Bicycle Safety

Fri, 03 Jun 2005 08:57:55 GMT

Points out that the bicycle rider is responsible for maintaining the bicycle in good condition, obeying traffic rules and watching out for others. The film also reads like a laundry list of hazardous things to attempt on your bicycle! Those familiar with Lawrence, Kansas (Centron's home) may recogni....

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Bicycle Clown

Fri, 03 Jun 2005 08:49:40 GMT

Because of his recklessness and foolish behavior, Johnny has an accident while riding his bicycle. His brother finds there are several reasons for Johnny's accident and helps him to overcome his attitude and improve his bike riding habits....

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