| VICE PRESIDENT JOHNSON IN FLORIDA | VICE PRESIDENT JOHNSON IN FLORIDA | | Airplanes
Governors-Florida
Helicopters
Politicians
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VICE PRESIDENT JOHNSON IN FLORIDA
- Date
- 1963
- Description
- Gov. Burns meets Lyndon Johnson and Sen. George Smathers as they disembark from an airplane. They go to Jacksonville University, where the vice president gets an honorary degree and speaks. They fly away in a Marine Corps helicopter that takes them to an Air Force base where Johnson makes a speech. He arrives in St. Augustine on March 11, 1963 for the dedication of the first restoration project of St. Augustine, the Arrivas House, honoring the 400th anniversary of the city's founding in 1965. He he walks down a street and there is a cannon salute. There is no sound up to this point. A Spanish diplomat makes a speech about the restoration of St. Augustine. Johnson speaks on exploration, comparing the Spanish and space. He works the crowd and leaves in a limousine.
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| fvc921 | Tomorrow's Treasures | | Marine biology--Research
Oceanography--Research
Oceanographic research stations--Florida | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/video/thumbnails90px/tomorrows_treasures.jpg |
Tomorrow's Treasures
- Date
- 1967 (circa)
- Description
- This film begins with underwater scenes of a treasure chest and a sailboat moving through the water. This is followed with an introduction by Governor Claude Kirk, in which he describes the many advantages Florida has with regard to marine research and marine resources. The film goes on to list the many marine institutions and industries devoted to research and resources in Florida. Produced by the Florida Development Commission, and Advantage Inc., Ft. Lauderdale.
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| TOMORROW'S TREASURES | TOMORROW'S TREASURES | | Oceanography
Promotional films | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
TOMORROW'S TREASURES
- Date
- 1970 (circa)
- Description
- This film presents the story of oceanographic research in the state of Florida , "the oceanographic center of the universe." It starts with a message from Gov. Claude Kirk and features commentary from John H. Perry Jr. of President Johnson's Advisory Council of Oceanography. There are shots of Perry's miniature "cubmarine" and scenes from the numerous state and federal agencies that conduct oceanographic research in the state. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
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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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| 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
United States-Foreign relations-Panama | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
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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| 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 - 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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| 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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| 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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| 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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