| Challenge Accepted | Challenge Accepted | | Debate
Florida Supreme Court
Governors--Florida
Politicians
Politics
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Challenge Accepted
- Date
- 1963
- Description
- This film gives an overview of the State Legislature, showing opening ceremonies and swearing in of new legislators by Florida Supreme Court justices B.K. Roberts and Millard Caldwell. Viewers see speeches given at joint session with a rousing address by Governor Farris Bryant. The film describes the jobs of various members of the Legislature, showing legislators going about their daily tasks. There are scenes of bills being argued and voted on. There are scenes of Governor Bryant signing a bill and giving a press conference. There are also excerpts showing the news media of the day. There is footage of the wives' galleries and behind-the-scenes workers. The film ends with the traditional handkerchief drop, "sine die," signaling the end of session. Produced by the Florida Development Commission and Leroy Crooks.
- Collection
| fvc932 | Colin Kelly Memorial Unveiling | | Kelly, Colin Purdie, II, 1915-1941
Colin Kelly Memorial (Madison, Fla.)
Bands
Speeches | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/video/thumbnails90px/Colin Kelly Memorial Unveiling.jpg |
Colin Kelly Memorial Unveiling
- Date
- 1944-06-14
- Description
- This silent film features: Madison street scenes; a military band playing; speech making; the unveiling of the memorial statue; and shots of dignitaries on the dais and guests in the stands.
- Collection
| FLORIDA GOVERNORS WITH PROMINENT POLITICAL FIGURES | FLORIDA GOVERNORS WITH PROMINENT POLITICAL FIGURES | | Activists
Economic conditions
Governors-Florida
National Democratic Party
Politicians
Politics
Space program
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FLORIDA GOVERNORS WITH PROMINENT POLITICAL FIGURES
- Date
- 1965 (circa)
- Description
- This film includes still shots of Gov. Claude Kirk with his wife Erika giving speeches and talking with Gov. LeRoy Collins (silent). Gov. Reubin Askew introduces US Sen. Edmund Muskie, who has been invited to attend a Florida Cabinet session. He compares Florida's unique Cabinet system to the executive Cabinet system of Maine. He praises the new progressive Democratic leadership of the south (sound). Farris Bryant introduces first lady Ladybird Johnson, who speaks at Florida State University's Ruby Diamond auditorium. She comments on her "whistle-stop" tour of the south, education issues and Florida's role in the space program. There is additional footage including Luci Baines Johnson, who is pictured wearing an Indian headdress. Sen. Claude Pepper and Sen. George Smathers are also present. Produced by WFSU-TV.
- Collection
| FLORIDA INDUSTRIES EXPOSITION 1964 | FLORIDA INDUSTRIES EXPOSITION 1964 | | Ceremonies
Nuclear power
Promotional films
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FLORIDA INDUSTRIES EXPOSITION 1964
- Date
- 1964-04
- Description
- After brief introduction, Gov. Farris Bryant gives a speech. Wendell Jarrard, Chairman of FDC, gives a speech at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, using a uranium-tipped wand that activates a General Electric knife. Miss Florida waves the wand, which was used by President Kennedy to start the Hanford, Washington nuclear plant. More shots of the display hall are shown. The location is Orlando. Produced by FDC.
- Collection
| GOV. CLAUDE KIRK ASSORTED SCENES | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK ASSORTED SCENES | | Demonstrations
Governors-Florida
Politicians
Politics
Promotional films
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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.
- Collection
| GOV. CLAUDE KIRK SCENES | GOV. CLAUDE KIRK SCENES | | Governors-Florida
Political campaigns
Politicians
Politics
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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.
- Collection
| GOV. FULLER WARREN AT A BANQUET | GOV. FULLER WARREN AT A BANQUET | | Citrus industry
Governors-Florida
Speeches | /fpc/memory/omeka_images/thumbnails/catalog_video.jpg |
GOV. FULLER WARREN AT A BANQUET
- Date
- n.d.
- Description
- Gov. Fuller Warren dines and makes a speech to a large group of men at an event that seems to be sponsored by a citrus group since there are decorated oranges and grapefruits on the tables.
- Collection
| GOV. FULLER WARREN SPEECH | GOV. FULLER WARREN SPEECH | | Governors-Florida
Speeches
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GOV. FULLER WARREN SPEECH
- Date
- n.d.
- Description
- Gov. Warren makes a speech to a crowd outdoors on a hot sunny day. At one point he holds a bundle of tobacco leaves as he speaks. The film includes some footage of his new wife and the governor shaking hands with citizens. The footage has some processing streaks. This was filmed in Kodachrome.
- Collection
| GOV. HAYDON BURNS ROTC SPEECH AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY | GOV. HAYDON BURNS ROTC SPEECH AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY | | Governors-Florida
Military service
Politicians
Politics
Speeches
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GOV. HAYDON BURNS ROTC SPEECH AT FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
- Date
- 1966-02-03
- Description
- Gov. Burns speaks to ROTC Cadets in Westcott Auditorium on the Florida State University campus on the responsibilities of citizenship and the importance of a strong military. He disparages draft dodgers and unpatriotic opponents of the Vietnam War for shirking their obligation to protect the country by avoiding military service. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
- Collection
| GOV. LAWTON CHILES SPEAKING AT BOYS STATE | GOV. LAWTON CHILES SPEAKING AT BOYS STATE | | Governors-Florida
Politicians
Promotional films
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GOV. LAWTON CHILES SPEAKING AT BOYS STATE
- Date
- 1973 (circa)
- Description
- This is footage of Lawton Chiles as a Florida Legislator, speaking at a ceremony for graduates of the American Legion's Boys State program. Produced by WFSU-TV.
- Collection
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