| GOV. BOB GRAHAM 1979 INAUGURATION | GOV. BOB GRAHAM 1979 INAUGURATION | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. BOB GRAHAM 1979 INAUGURATION
- Date
- 1979-01
- Description
- This is coverage of the first inauguration of Gov. Bob Graham. LeRoy Collins delivers an opening statement and then introduces Graham's Cabinet. Commissioner of Education Ralph Turlington, Commissioner of Agriculture Doyle Connor, Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner Bill Gunter, Comptroller Gerald Lewis, Attorney General Jim Smith, Secretary of State George Firestone and Lt. Gov. Wayne Mixson are sworn in. Gov. Bob Graham is sworn in by Chief Justice Arthur J. England Jr.
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| GOV. BOB GRAHAM 1983 INAUGURATION | GOV. BOB GRAHAM 1983 INAUGURATION | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. BOB GRAHAM 1983 INAUGURATION
- Date
- 1983-01
- Description
- This is Florida Public Television's coverage of the January 4, 1983 second inauguration of Gov. Bob Graham. The film covers the inauguration and shows earlier footage of previous governors and their inaugurations. There are short clips of the inaugural ceremonies of governors Askew, Burns, Caldwell, Johns, Collins, McCarty and Warren. Gov. Askew introduces members of the new Cabinet and they are sworn in. Commissioner of Education Ralph Turlington, Treasurer Bill Gunter, Comptroller Gerald Lewis, Attorney General Jim Smith, Secretary of State George Firestone and Lt. Gov. Wayne Mixson are shown. There is a short interview with Gov. LeRoy Collins.
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| GOV. BOB GRAHAM'S SENATE RACE | GOV. BOB GRAHAM'S SENATE RACE | | Celebrations
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GOV. BOB GRAHAM'S SENATE RACE
- Date
- 1986
- Description
- This is footage of Bob Graham's victory celebration after his win over Paula Hawkins for US Senator. It starts with Graham and his family with reporters, answering questions about the future of the state and country. Next is his acceptance speech at his campaign headquarters. On the platform with Graham are Cabinet members Bill Gunter, Gerald Lewis and Doyle Conner. Not present, but congratulated by Graham, are Betty Castor and Bob Butterworth. Videotaped by Bradley White.
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| GOV. CLAUDE KIRK ASSORTED SCENES | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK ASSORTED SCENES | | Demonstrations
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GOV. CLAUDE KIRK ASSORTED SCENES
- Date
- 1968-03-06
- Description
- This film has scenes of Gov. Kirk holding five-minute interviews with Florida citizens in a small trailer at several different locations throughout the state. Gov. Kirk is shown speaking at a small reception in Chicago. There are shots of an "anti-Kirk/pro education" rally at the Capitol. There is brief footage of Gov. Kirk speaking to the Classroom Teachers Association at the Miami Marine Stadium. The film ends with clips of Bob Hope with Gov. Kirk at an unidentified airport. Produced by WFSU-TV.
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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 AT TAMPA FAIR LUNCHEON | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA FAIR LUNCHEON | | Economic conditions
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GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA FAIR LUNCHEON
- Date
- 1964-02-11
- Description
- Gov. Bryant speaks on the Florida State Fair, President Kennedy's visit the year before, changes in retailing and banking, and notes the interaction of state and federal governments. He also describes procedures needed in the welfare system, care for the aged and care for the mentally disabled. He says that there are over 8,300 more state employees than when he took office, most in higher education, and that the state universities' staffs are expanding. He tells how expanding highways require more personnel and money. He talks about other changes due to growth in the state and says that we must keep up with it. Produced by FDC. The sound is good but not synchronized.
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| GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA'S FLORIDAN HOTEL | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA'S FLORIDAN HOTEL | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. FARRIS BRYANT AT TAMPA'S FLORIDAN HOTEL
- Date
- 1963
- Description
- Gov. Bryant speaks at Tampa's Floridian Hotel, bolstering a bond initiative to cover the costs of expanding, renovating and constructing Florida colleges. After his speech, the potential investors ask the governor and others at the head table questions about the program. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
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| GOV. FARRIS BRYANT CABINET MEETING | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT CABINET MEETING | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. FARRIS BRYANT CABINET MEETING
- Date
- 1964-12-23
- Description
- This film includes a presentation by the General Services Administration of the United States Government of 671 acres of land on St. Joseph's Peninsula to the state. The rest of the film is fragmentary.
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