| Florida's Inaugurations, ca. 1960 | Florida's Inaugurations, ca. 1960 | | Governors-Florida
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Florida's Inaugurations, ca. 1960
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- This film starts with excellent aerial footage of the Old Capitol. It describes the inaugural format, showing the Burns inauguration, including the taking of the oath of office. It uses black and white photos and footage of the Sydney Catts' inauguration (1917), and color footage of several more recent ones. There are scenes of inaugural parades and the Burns inaugural ball. Produced by FDC and Barton Film Co.
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| GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INAUGURATION, KINESCOPE | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INAUGURATION, KINESCOPE | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INAUGURATION, KINESCOPE
- Date
- 1967
- Description
- This film starts with Perry Como singing "If I Had a Hammer" at Gov. Kirk's inauguration. This is a kinescope of a TV program produced by Station WDBO (became WCPX). This film includes the commercials that appeared when it was broadcast. It provides an interesting look at how such an event was "packaged" as a TV program.
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| GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INTERVIEW | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK INTERVIEW | | Governors-Florida
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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. CLAUDE KIRK SCENES | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK SCENES | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. CLAUDE KIRK SCENES
- Date
- n.d.
- Description
- This is behind-the-scenes footage of Gov. Kirk preparing to film a statement. It shows a 35mm movie camera on a dolly, lighting, makeup and the sound boom. There are scenes from what appears to be a Cabinet meeting. The final third of the roll is footage of the Legislature in session.
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| GOV. FARRIS BRYANT INAUGURATION | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT INAUGURATION | | Celebrations
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GOV. FARRIS BRYANT INAUGURATION
- Date
- 1961-01-03
- Description
- This film starts with scenes of a gala party for Bryant on the day before inauguration. Next are scenes of a pre-inauguration breakfast at FSU gym. Gov. Collins and Gov. Bryant make the traditional limousine ride from the Governor's mansion to the Capitol for the ceremony. The film shows the press corps and CBS TV cameras (WTVT) set up for the show. The events include a prayer, introduction of the Governors' wives, the oath of office, handing over of the State Seal, Gov. Bryant's address, the reception line and the inaugural ball.
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| GOV. WAYNE MIXSON INAUGURATION CEREMONY | GOV. WAYNE MIXSON INAUGURATION CEREMONY | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. WAYNE MIXSON INAUGURATION CEREMONY
- Date
- 1987-01
- Description
- This is footage of Gov. Wayne Mixson's inauguration ceremony in the Florida Senate Chamber. Gov. Mixson was the first lieutenant governor to assume the office of governor in Florida history and also held the post for the shortest duration of time, three days. Former Governors LeRoy Collins and Gov. Bob Graham are in attendance. Gov. Collins conducts the ceremony. Gov. Graham's election to the US Senate precipitated Mixson's appointment to the governor's office. Produced by WFSU-TV.
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| Governor Charley Johns - LeRoy Collins | Governor Charley Johns - LeRoy Collins | | Debates
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Governor Charley Johns - LeRoy Collins
- Date
- 1954
- Description
- This debate between acting Gov. Charley Johns and future governor LeRoy Collins was filmed from a television monitor (kinescope) and simultaneously broadcast throughout Florida on radio. Moderator Ralph Renick tries valiantly to manage a timer and buzzer mechanism as the candidates argue the issues of the day. There are processing marks through most of film, but otherwise the quality is very good.
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| Governor Claude Kirk Inauguration | Governor Claude Kirk Inauguration | | Governors--Florida
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Governor Claude Kirk Inauguration
- Date
- 1967
- Description
- This film starts with Governor Claude Kirk taking the oath of office and giving his inaugural speech. The film is at times soft and slightly out of focus.
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| GOVERNOR CLAUDE KIRK'S "NO NEW TAXES" ADVERTISEMENT | GOVERNOR CLAUDE KIRK'S "NO NEW TAXES" ADVERTISEMENT | | Governors-Florida
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GOVERNOR CLAUDE KIRK'S "NO NEW TAXES" ADVERTISEMENT
- Date
- 1970
- Description
- These are two short commercials put together during Claude Kirk's unsuccessful run for a second term as governor. The commercials depict Reubin Askew as a rattlesnake who will raise taxes and destroy small business.
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| GOVERNOR DAN McCARTY INAUGURATION | GOVERNOR DAN McCARTY INAUGURATION | | Governors-Florida
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GOVERNOR DAN McCARTY INAUGURATION
- Date
- 1953
- Description
- This film begins with scenes (some out of focus) of the reception line. Viewers see the inaugural parade with marching bands and decorative floats. Governor Dan McCarty and outgoing Governor Fuller Warren lead the motorcade from the Governor's mansion to the Capitol. Governor McCarty gives his inauguration speech, followed by more parade footage. There are more scenes of the inauguration ceremony, including the swearing in, and Governor Warren handing over the State Seal. This was filmed in Kodachrome.
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