| 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 PRESS CONFERENCE | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE | | Aerospace industry
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Politics
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Space race
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GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE
- Date
- 1964-12-05
- Description
- Gov. Bryant responds to press questions regarding such topics as the changing of Cape Canaveral's name to Cape Kennedy, opposition to federal aid for education, the Genesis Report, site selection for a new university in central Florida, the National Governors' Conference and liquor licenses in Polk County. There are several edits. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
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| GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS CONFERENCE | | Economic conditions
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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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| GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS STATEMENTS | GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS STATEMENTS | | Governors-Florida
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GOV. FARRIS BRYANT PRESS STATEMENTS
- Date
- 1964-04-10
- Description
- Gov. Bryant comments on the success of Florida's tuberculosis hospitals, limitations to the governor's powers in times of civil crisis and the Florida tax structure. This material can also be found on DA103. There are several in-camera edits during the press conference. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.
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| PRESIDENT JOHNSON AT PRESIDENTIAL DINNER | PRESIDENT JOHNSON AT PRESIDENTIAL DINNER | | National Democratic Party
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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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| PRESIDENT KENNEDY/FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | PRESIDENT KENNEDY/FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | | Cold War
Cuban Revolution
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Presidents-United States
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Politics
Segregation
Speeches
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PRESIDENT KENNEDY/FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
- Date
- 1963
- Description
- This film, made only a few days before his assassination, is of President Kennedy speaking to members of the Florida Chamber of Commerce in Tampa. The President enters the building with US Senators George Smathers and Sam Gibbons and Gov. Farris Bryant. He is introduced by the governor. President Kennedy addresses such topics as education, taxes, federal versus state controls, Cuba, Fidel Castro and segregation.
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS | | Cold war
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Taxation
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SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS
- Date
- 1950 (circa)
- Description
- This film contains numerous segments from Sen. George Smathers' television program "Senator Smathers Reports." Arkansas Sen. John McClellan discusses a bill that would eliminate Labor Union racketeering. Sen. John Sparkman, Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Housing, comments on a new bill that will help stimulate the economy in Florida. In another segment, Sen. William Fulbright, Chairman of the Foreign Relations Subcommittee, remarks on the struggle with Russia for control of Berlin. In the final segment, Sen. Smathers details legislation he will introduce in the upcoming Congressional session, including judicial reform, repealing a travel tax and social security revisions. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - CIVIL RIGHTS LEGISLATION/ CUBA & US RELATIONS | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - CIVIL RIGHTS LEGISLATION/ CUBA & US RELATIONS | | Civil rights
Civil rights movement
Cold War
Cuban Revolution
Politicians
Politics
Refugees
Taxation
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - ELECTORAL COLLEGE, SOCIAL SECURITY | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - ELECTORAL COLLEGE, SOCIAL SECURITY | | Cold War
Healthcare
Politicians
Politics
Taxation
Vietnam War
Voting laws
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SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - ELECTORAL COLLEGE, SOCIAL SECURITY
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- Sen. George Smathers comments on the Supreme Court's refusal to review the constitutionality of the Electoral College voting system despite appeals from several states requesting that they do so. He calls the Electoral College system archaic and outdated. He also mentions a bill regarding Social Security and his efforts to allow senior citizens the ability to report medical costs on their tax forms. There are brief comments on taxes and the Vietnam War as well. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.
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| SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - FOREIGN AID/VIETNAM | SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - FOREIGN AID/VIETNAM | | Cold War
Politicians
Politics
Taxation
Vietnam War
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SENATOR GEORGE SMATHERS REPORTS - FOREIGN AID/VIETNAM
- Date
- 1960 (circa)
- Description
- Sen. George Smathers answers questions regarding cuts to a foreign aid bill. He comments briefly on a tax cut initiative. He remarks on the situation in South Vietnam and praises Henry Cabot Lodge's recent appointment as ambassador to South Vietnam. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.
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