| Florida's Land of Gracious Living | Florida's Land of Gracious Living | | Agriculture
Bass fishing
Boating
Cattle
Drainage
Farming
Flood control
Furniture manufacturing
Promotional films
Rodeos
Timber industry
Tourism
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Florida's Land of Gracious Living
- Date
- 1965-10
- Description
- 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.
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| GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INTERVIEW | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INTERVIEW | | Governors-Florida
Interviews
Political campaigns
Politicians
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GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INTERVIEW
- Date
- 1967 (circa)
- Description
- This is an interview with Gov. Kirk concerning his status as a Republican governor in a predominantly Democratic state. He mentions that he has started a war on crime and that President Johnson wants to study it. Kirk also tells why he vetoed a Head Start Program, saying that this move resulted in a better-run program later. He also explains that political appointments are made on the basis of "who gets the job done," regardless of party affiliation. He denies that Republican strength in the South is due to racial backlash.
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| GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE | | Economic conditions
Governors-Florida
Politicians
Politics
Taxation | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE
- Date
- 1964-01-10
- Description
- 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.
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| GOVERNOR'S REPORT ON FLORIDA TREASURE | GOVERNOR'S REPORT ON FLORIDA TREASURE | | Salvaging
Ship wrecks
Treasure hunters | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
GOVERNOR'S REPORT ON FLORIDA TREASURE
- Date
- 1964-10-01
- Description
- 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.
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| PRESIDENT JOHNSON AT PRESIDENTIAL DINNER | PRESIDENT JOHNSON AT PRESIDENTIAL DINNER | | National Democratic Party
Politicians
Politics
Presidents-United States
Speeches
Taxation | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
PRESIDENT JOHNSON AT PRESIDENTIAL DINNER
- Date
- 1964-03-06
- Description
- This film was shot in Miami. Kate Smith is heard singing "God Bless America " and Ed Sullivan is seen briefly. Gov. Bryant introduces Sen. Spessard Holland, then introduces President Johnson. He tells several humorous anecdotes and praises Florida congressmen. He describes the Democratic Party's role in preserving American goals. He states his pledge to protect "the full constitutional rights of every American." He says that the federal deficit has been cut by 50 percent and taxes cut by $11.5 billion due to Sen. Smathers' efforts. He declares a "war on poverty." He says that the United States has the military might for defense of liberty. He mentions the start of the Cross Florida Barge Canal and the bombing of the Florida East Coast Railway that same day, saying that the FBI is on the case to find the culprits behind the bombing.
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| fvc898 | Presidential Visit to Palatka | | Johnson, Lyndon B. (Lyndon Baines), 1908-1973
Bryant, Farris (Cecil Farris), 1914-2002
Bryant, Julia Burnett, 1918-1996
Johnson, Lady Bird, 1912-2007
Presidents
Governors | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
Presidential Visit to Palatka
- Date
- Description
- This film is silent footage of President Lyndon B. Johnson's visit to Palatka. The scenes show a crowd, including Governor and Mrs. Farris Bryant, waiting in the rain for his arrival. The footage continues with: the President's arrival by helicopter and car; President and Lady Bird Johnson on the dais; several men speaking, including President Johnson; and the President greeting onlookers as he returns to his car to leave.
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - FLORIDA BARGE CANAL/ CUBA | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - FLORIDA BARGE CANAL/ CUBA | | Ceremonies
Cold War
Cuban Revolution
Infrastructure
Labor strikes
Politicians
Politics
Presidents-United States
Railroads | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - FLORIDA BARGE CANAL/ CUBA
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- Sen. George Smathers comments on the construction of the Florida Barge Canal and a groundbreaking ceremony in Jacksonville attended by President Lyndon Johnson. He mentions the Florida East Coast Railway strike. He also comments on an international ban on trade with Cuba. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - PANAMA | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - PANAMA | | Infrastructure
Politicians
Politics
Shipping
Transportation
United States-Foreign relations-Panama | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - PANAMA
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- Sen. George Smathers comments on the developing tensions in Panama over disagreements in the Canal Zone. The segment also contains material on President Johnson and the legislative schedule of the Senate. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - PANAMA / BUDGET | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - PANAMA / BUDGET | | Anti-communism
Communism
Infrastructure
Politicians
Politics
Shipping
Transportation
United States-Foreign relations-China
United States-Foreign relations-France
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SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - PANAMA / BUDGET
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- George Smathers comments on the crisis in Panama over the Canal Zone and the progress being made with Panamanian leaders in Washington, D.C. He commends President Johnson for placing limits on the budget and federal spending. He responds disapprovingly to France's decision to recognize the communist government in China. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.
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| SOMETHING NEW IN THE AIR | SOMETHING NEW IN THE AIR | | Airline industry
Airplanes
Citrus
Promotional films
Transportation
Tourism | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
SOMETHING NEW IN THE AIR
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- This film captures the excitement of Eastern Airlines' inaugural Boeing 727 flight at the Miami Airport. A delegation of giddy Miamians board the plane, led by the mayor. In the course of their journey, they present citrus gift baskets to the flight crew, President Lyndon Johnson and the Mayor of Philadelphia. The film extols the amenities of the new jet, including the availability of high-speed travel to Florida. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
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