Paradise Park FloridaMemory 2020-03-18 | Paradise Park was a segregated African-American resort located about a mile down the Silver River from the popular Silver Springs attraction near Ocala, Florida. The park was developed by Carl Ray and W.M. “Shorty” Davidson, co-owners of Silver Springs for nearly four decades. Paradise Park opened May 20, 1949 and remained open until 1969. African-American families, tour buses and church groups came from all over Florida and the United States to visit the attraction. Amenities included a pavilion with a dance floor and jukebox, a swimming area with a sandy beach, tropical landscaping and space for softball and other games. Like its counterpart Silver Springs, Paradise Park featured glass-bottom boat tours that introduced visitors to the beauty of the Silver River. Easter egg hunts, baptisms and picnics were common, and at Christmas, Santa Claus would cruise down the river on a glass-bottom boat to pass out candy, nuts and fruit for young visitors. Herpetologist Ross Allen even set up a reptile exhibit at the park, similar to the one located upriver at Silver Springs.This was a promotional film advertising Paradise Park. It opens with a shot of a sign directing motorists to the attraction, likely located at the intersection of Paradise Road (now NE 24th St.) and State Road 40. Scenes from the parking lot and picnic area come next, followed by footage from one of the park’s annual Labor Day beauty contests. These competitions were sponsored by the American Legion and featured contestants from across the state. Toward the end of the contest footage, a Legion official presents the winners with their awards. The film then moves on to the glass bottom boats, including footage of the passengers’ view into the clear waters of the Silver River. A young man and woman identified as Thomas and Lottie Donaldson swim to the sandy bottom with a sign that reads “Don’t Miss Paradise Park.” Bathers dive into the swimming area from a platform. The final scenes are from Ross Allen’s reptile exhibit, where an assistant is shown feeding and herding alligators. Two assistants are then seen in a snake exhibit, one handing a snake to someone in the crowd.The State Archives partnered with Department of Environmental Protection, the owners of the film, to preserve the original 16 mm film and digitize it. Archivists sought outside assistance and worked closely with the film restoration specialists at MediaPreserve, an Audio-Visual Laboratory in Pennsylvania to restore most of the film stock and create a digital reproduction of its contents. To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit http://www.floridamemory.com/video/.Repository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/273952
Bluegrass (1970s) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | The film opens with scenes of a ragtag group of musicians playing the bluegrass classic "Stealin" at the Millers Landing Bluegrass Festival. There is an interview with The Sunshine State Bluegrass Boys and more bluegrass numbers follow. The film also includes silent scenes from the Ochlocknee Bluegrass Festival. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/252904
Reverend C.K. Steele (late 1970s) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | This film begins with a demonstration by blacks protesting the shooting of a black man outside Jones' Grocery Store in Tallahassee. The Rev. Steele addresses opponents on the naming of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and the KKK in Tallahassee. There is another demonstration through downtown Tallahassee led by Steele ending on the steps of the Capitol. The Rev. Jesse Jackson speaks at a FAMU banquet. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253531
Ralph Nader in Tallahassee (1970s) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | Ralph Nader is seen arriving at the Tallahassee Airport, where he answers a few questions for reporters. There is extensive footage of Ralph Nader speaking at Rudy Diamond Auditorium on the Florida State University campus on the subject of student and social activism and the importance of being an informed citizen. There are several edit points in the body of his speech, but the footage is still very good. Some portions have poor contrast. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253343
Black Archives/ Battle of Natural Bridge (1975) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | This film has footage of the Black Archives commemoration ceremonies in Tallahassee. Dr. Benjamin Smith of Florida A&M University comments on growing up in Monticello. Mrs. Adderley comments on Julian "Cannonball" Adderley's inclusion in the archives. A former FAMU athlete donates the Cleve Abbott Award of 1963 to the archives. In the next segment, Civil War reenactors recreate the battle of Natural Bridge near Tallahassee. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/252901
Seaboard Coastline Railroad Freight Train Ride (January 28, 1976) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | A brakeman sets up cars and links them up to a train. The camera films the engineer and crew in the engine, as well as the landscape rolling by. The train drops cars in a siding and takes off again before stopping at the Tallahassee depot. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253435
President Carter in Tallahassee (October 9, 1980) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | This is a poorly edited film of President Jimmy Carter speaking to a gathering of Florida Democrats at the North Florida Fairgrounds in Tallahassee. Gov. Bob Graham, Reubin Askew, Sen. Claude Pepper and other Florida politicians are also present. The President's speech has several portions removed from it. The film contains additional footage of function attendees and performers prior to the President's arrival. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253392
Grape Vineyard/ Loco Ball/ Sol Carroll (1977) FloridaMemory 2020-02-27 | An elderly gentleman stands beside several grapevines he has planted and describes the different types of grapes he produces. He recounts tending fruit trees and grapes as a small child and remarks that he planted the vines because he enjoys making jelly, wine and preserves, which he sells or gives to friends. In the next segment, a young man at Florida State University demonstrates his athletic prowess with a "Loco-Ball," an object that resembles a cross between a hacky sack and a shuttlecock. He kicks the "Loco-Ball" and bounces it off of his chest in exciting slow-motion footage. The segment ends with silent footage of Sol Carroll, the #1 FSU fan, at home playing with his dog and proudly displaying a photo album filled with news articles praising his team spirit. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253216
Research: The Common Denominator (1960s) full-length FloridaMemory 2020-02-12 | Rod Serling of the "Twilight Zone" television series hosts this look at developments in transportation technology. Hollywood science fiction-style music accompanies an overview of roadway research in which "break-away" signage, hologram highway markers, GPS highway navigation prototypes, crash dummies and crash simulators all make an appearance. The film addresses new methods in highway design, planning and construction in urban and rural settings. Produced by the US Highway Research Board.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253417
Crystal River Nuclear Plant/ Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Art Show (1980s) FloridaMemory 2020-01-27 | This segment contains extensive silent footage of the interior of the plant. In a short interview, a plant administrator remarks on the history of the facility and on the construction of the plant. He discusses the advantages of nuclear power sources over those of fossil fuels, denoting American independence from foreign oil producers among them. Paintings from an art exhibit at Florida A&M University conclude the segment. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/252965
Coral Gables: The Flapper at 40 (1965) FloridaMemory 2020-01-27 | This film was made in celebration of Coral Gables' 40th birthday. It shows Merrick Manor (with a coral gable), the residence of the Rev. Solomon Merrick, the first person to build in the area. The film shows many examples of architecture, landscaping and waterways. People wear 1920s costumes to a golf course and a party. Viewers see University of Miami buildings, shopping areas, commercial buildings, Matheson Hammock Park, Fairchild Tropical Gardens, War Memorial Youth Center, schools and residences. The film is taken from excerpts of an hour-long television program by WCKT-News, Miami.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/252962
A Visit to Airtronics, Inc. (1960s) FloridaMemory 2020-01-27 | This film shows the Fort Lauderdale manufacturer of billiard balls, electronic instruments and a security system. The nervous company founder is the host. The film ends with "Thank you and may God bless you and direct you to Florida."To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253600
Now (1970s) FloridaMemory 2020-01-27 | This film shows the Ocala-Marion County area with scenes of horse breeding farms, citrus groves and city buildings in Ocala. Viewers see Silver Springs; other tourist attractions; residences; and manufacturing of saw blades, mobile homes, and garments. There are school scenes, including cosmetology school and nursing school. The film ends with horse farm scenes. Sponsored by the Ocala-Marion County Chamber of Commerce.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253352
The 100 Mile Ride (1959) FloridaMemory 2019-12-20 | In this film, riders meet in Umatilla to prepare for the ride. Horses and riders are examined by vets and judges at the Sewell Ranch. Mrs. Lucille Kenyan, Florida's "Riding Grandma" and two-time champion, participates. The four-day event is judged on horse care, appearance of horse and rider, stalls, equipment and time on the trail. Judging stops are made all along the course. Many breeds of horses participate. Trophies are given to the winners at the end of the event.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253359
Fishing Off Boca Grande (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-12-20 | This film has scenes of sport fishing off Boca Grande. Footage includes cabin cruisers, tarpon, fiddler crabs and a Seaboard Coastline train arriving at Boca Grande Station.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253023
World Tow Glider Championship (late 1970s early 1980s) FloridaMemory 2019-12-20 | This film gives a description of the sport and then shows the competition at Cypress Gardens as the kite gliders are towed by a boat until they reach an altitude of 500 feet. Then, the kite is released and the pilot must perform maneuvers and hit a target. Australian Steve Moyes is the 1974 World Champion Tow Glider. Produced by Cypress Gardens.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253649
A Florida River, Its Wildlife: A Look at St. Lucie River (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-12-20 | This film shows a trip down the St. Lucie River with E.W. Dutton. Viewers see gators, blue herons, and many plants and flowers. The film also shows a red-shoulder hawk, sand hill crane, armadillo, black bear and cub, rattlesnake, land crab, and a gator being fed by hand. Viewers see pelicans, mullet, cormorant, deer and a Florida panther. The film series is incomplete.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253087
Obrig Laboratories: Florida Industry on Parade (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-12-20 | This film shows the making of plastic contact lenses from start to finish. Many of the workers shown are in wheelchairs. It shows a contact lens made for a horse and one made for a rat.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253355
Cedar Key Seafood Festival (1970s) FloridaMemory 2019-11-26 | This film features footage from the Cedar Key Seafood Festival in the 1970s. Scenes include a fish fry, water ski show, a parade with the Williston High School marching band and special guest Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Doyle Conner.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253634
Wakulla Flood (1975) FloridaMemory 2019-11-26 | This film features scenes of flood waters in the Wakulla River area. Two young boys wade in chest-deep water outside their home as other family members watch from the porch. There are several different shots of partially submerged homes, trailers, roads and boats. The segment ends with storm footage filmed from inside a vehicle and storm water in the streets. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253603
Apalachee Correctional Institute (1970s) FloridaMemory 2019-11-26 | The film begins with distant views of the institution. It shows prisoners at work cleaning chickens, collecting eggs, cooking in the kitchen, doing woodwork, and playing basketball and baseball.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/252881
Seabirds (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-11-26 | Frigate birds are seen in large flocks. The film also shows herons, spoon bills and egrets in mangrove rookeries in the Keys. This is the way seabird populations used to look in the 1950s. The Kodachrome color is amazing and E.W. Dutton narrates in his own style.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253434
One Hundred Million Oranges (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-10-16 | This film tells a highly romanticized story of oranges and the citrus industry in Florida. Citrus cultivation and production at Dr. Phillips' Citrus Company is covered on every level, from seedling grafting to packing and canning. The film has a great 1950s era feel. There are portions that are missing frames and there is some audio deterioration, but the overall quality is quite good. Produced by Dr. Phillips Citrus Company.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253360
Florida and the Spacecenter: Partners in Progress (late 1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-10-16 | This film gives a little early space program history and then describes the economic impact that space-related industry has on several counties close to Cape Canaveral. It informs the viewer that utilities and other infrastructure needed to be improved and expanded. As the population grew, so did leisure activities such as surfing, sailing, golf and hunting. Viewers see libraries, schools, hospitals, motels and municipal buildings. There is some footage of the Gemini launch with spectators and press. Viewers also see churches and civic groups. Tourists are seen witnessing launches and visiting the Kennedy Space Center. Produced by Technicolor; sponsored by NASA.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253095
Governor Burns on Space Industry (between 1965 and 1967) FloridaMemory 2019-10-16 | In this film, Governor Haydon Burns speaks about the space and defense industries, and their combined $2 billion contribution to the state's economy. He commends their cooperation and benefit to the state.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/267721
Senator George Smathers Reports - Moon Race/ Foreign Aid (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-10-16 | Sen. George Smathers responds to Soviet Union Premier Nikita Khrushchev's announcement that Russia is withdrawing from efforts to put a man on the moon. Smathers comments that America will continue working toward that goal. He also discusses a foreign aid bill. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253475
Senator George Smathers Reports - Russian Space Program (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-10-16 | Sen. George Smathers comments on the establishment of a military government in the Dominican Republic. He explains his opposition to selling wheat to the Soviet Union. There is commentary on Russia's plan to put a man on the moon and America's determination to beat them to it. Produced by the Senate Recording Studios.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253486
D-Day at Marathon (1970s) FloridaMemory 2019-09-18 | This film shows the construction of an artificial reef with the help of Goodyear and involved citizens of Marathon. It shows how tires are punched, squeezed and loaded with concrete. Navy LSM and private vessels are loaded with tires. All of them converge and begin dumping. There is underwater photography of tires hitting the bottom and sea life beginning to inhabit the tires. The film shows the Goodyear blimp Mayflower. Produced by Sonny Florida Productions.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/252976
Treasure Island (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-09-18 | This film gives a look at St. Petersburg's Treasure Island. It shows the single-span Sunshine Skyway and all the usual Florida activities and pastimes, including a fish-fry and a ski show with Santa Claus arriving by water.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253582
Wheels in the Sun (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-09-18 | This film tells the story of Pinellas County breaking away from Hillsborough County and developing its own government, industry and style. There is a nice sequence of an old car and land sale, followed by scenes of diving in Tarpon Springs. The film also shows Clearwater, St. Petersburg and the Sunshine Skyway. Homes, neighborhoods, shopping areas, schools and industries are shown. The narration has an odd meter. Produced by Nationwide Pictures and H.K. Carrington; sponsored by Pinellas Industry Council.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253630
Lake Wales - Crown Jewel of Scenic Florida (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-09-18 | This is a film promoting the tourist attractions, business opportunities and "fun in the sun" lifestyle of Lake Wales. Viewers see tourist attractions such as Mountain Lake Sanctuary, The Great Masterpiece (a towering copy of da Vinci's "Last Supper"), Casa De Josefina, Spook Hill and the skiers at Cypress Gardens. The film shows recreational activities, including shuffleboard, fishing, boating, water skiing, exhibition games at the New York Yankees' spring training camp and the Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce Ladies Charm School. Weber College, Lake Wales ' public schools and a thriving citrus industry represent business and education possibilities. The latter is given the spotlight with a tour of the Donald Duck citrus plant. Produced by the Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253293
Weeki Wachee (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-09-18 | This film shows the bowl area at Weeki Wachee with swimmers and a jungle cruise boat. Some shots show the boat dock and the roof of the underwater theater. There are no underwater shots.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253620
Fishin Fun in Sarasota County (1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-09-18 | This film has good shots of the Sarasota city waterfront, bridges and Venice jetties. It shows surf fishing off Englewood, bass fishing on the Myakka River, wade fishing in the shallows of Lemon Bay and tarpon fishing in the Gulf. It also shows fishing for sailfish in the Gulf with a nice tail-walking sequence. Produced by Capt. Marty Foster at Florida Film Studios Inc., Sarasota. Sound quality is not great.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253025
Hurricane Eloise, Part 2 (1975) FloridaMemory 2019-08-08 | This film shows hurricane preparation and damage in the Panama City area. There is shelter footage and some actual hurricane footage. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253266
Hurricane Eloise, Part 1 (1975) FloridaMemory 2019-08-08 | In this film, a newscaster talks to tourists and residents in a shelter in Panama City during Hurricane Eloise. There are interviews with business people and law enforcement officers about the precautions taken. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253265
Ski to the Fair (1964) FloridaMemory 2019-08-08 | This film shows a group of skiers in a campaign to promote St. Petersburg as a "young people's town." They make a 17-day trip on water skis to the New York World's Fair. They encounter rough waters outside Venice. Then they travel from Fort Myers to Okeechobee by canal, then to the Atlantic. They follow the coast, up Chesapeake Bay to Baltimore, then through New York harbor with the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline in the background. This 1,600 mile trip by amateur skiers ends with a performance at the World's Fair Marina. Produced by FDC; sponsored by St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253508
Floridas Turnpike (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-08-08 | This film tells how Florida's Turnpike was developed. Scenes of the Florida interior and Miami Beach are included. It features Florida Highway Patrol Troop K, motorist assistance and rest stop facilities. It tells how the turnpike is a major commercial facility for produce. The film shows Department of Transportation plans for new facilities along the turnpike. Produced by Robert R. Favorite Productions; sponsored by Florida Department of Transportation.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253122
Tarpon Club Swimming at Wakulla Springs (early 1940s) FloridaMemory 2019-07-15 | Tarpon Club women sun and play Ping-Pong. There is a view from a tower showing a "glass house" on the boat dock. There are scenes of synchronized swimming from the tower, followed by scenes shot at water level. There is a view of the tower. Then, the camera pans out to bowl. There are more formations from high angle (some light fogging). Members walk past the camera and pose in the sun. There are scenes of the beach area showing visitors, including men in army uniforms. Wooden boats are seen near the dock. There is a view from the tower of a boat passing by with Newton Perry at the helm and the Tarpon Club Women waving.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253556
Weeki Wachee Scenes (January 1964) FloridaMemory 2019-07-15 | This film has above-water and underwater scenes of the mermaids at Weeki Wachee.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253622
Teaching Babies to Swim (1980s) FloridaMemory 2019-07-15 | This film contains footage of babies learning to swim at the Florida State University swimming pool. A Florida State University swimming instructor and several mothers with their children practice various swimming exercises. The film includes some underwater footage. The segment ends with a game of "motor boat, motor boat." Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253560
Lights, Cameras and Underwater Adventure (1969) FloridaMemory 2019-07-15 | This film is a "Discovery 69" special produced by Jules Power Production. Program hosts Bill Owen and Virginia Gibson introduce Don Wren and his son Bobby. There are underwater scenes of the two handling and filming sharks, along with scenes of John Pennekamp State Park.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253297
A Tale of Two Cities (1982) FloridaMemory 2019-07-15 | The importance of kindness, courtesy and patience is stressed in this comical look at the daily life of the hospitality industry. A tuxedo-clad "patron saint of good service" watches omnipotently as waiters, hotel operators, switchboard workers and airline receptionists in one city respond poorly in trying interactions with dissatisfied customers. As a result of their behavior, tourism is decreasing, businesses are closing, jobs are disappearing and times look bad. In the "other" city, all the same service workers handle those difficult situations gracefully after getting some pep talk from the tuxedo-clad man. As a result, tourism is thriving, business is good and everybody wins. Produced by the Florida Department of Tourism.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253551
National Dog Derby (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-06-10 | This film features fun footage of kids and their dogs participating in races at the National Dog Derby at Miami's Orange Bowl Stadium. Miss Florida gives the winning dog a trophy and a few affectionate pats on the head. The film closes with a photo shoot of a model and a dog on the beach. The model holds up a Miami Summer Fiesta banner. Produced by the Florida Development Commission.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253346
Fiesta of Five Flags (June 9-12, 1955) FloridaMemory 2019-06-10 | This film starts with a shot of a souvenir program showing the name and dates of the event. There are shots of a crowd on a pier as a group of costumed men arrive on a sloop. Next are scenes of pageantry and more of an indoor pageant. The parade has a few Seminoles, Miss Tallahassee, Miss Lake Charles, Miss Gainesville and others.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253018
Odd Occupations (1960s) FloridaMemory 2019-06-10 | William Crowell has been a boat guide at Silver Springs for 35 of his 62 years. Max Hooten hand clips eel grass. Jack McCretchen and Mike Mouse scrub the windows under glass-bottom boats while scuba diving. John Hamlin, "animal psychologist," simply feeds the animals at Weeki Wachee and Marylin Nagel choreographs and trains the mermaids. This film is incomplete.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253356
Juvenile Crime (1975) FloridaMemory 2019-06-10 | In this film, Lt. J. B. Lawson of the Tallahassee Police Department comments on juvenile crime. He states that typical juvenile crime such as burglaries, shoplifting and vandalism has increased in recent years. He notes that sharp increases in juvenile violent crimes, arson and narcotics cases have caused alarm in the local law enforcement community. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL: floridamemory.com/items/show/253279
Marjory Stoneman Douglas (1984) FloridaMemory 2019-05-20 | This documentary showcases the accomplishments of American journalist, women's suffrage advocate, author, and conservationist Marjory Stoneman Douglas. Graduating from Wellesley College in 1912, she moved to Miami in 1915 to work for her father Frank Bryant Stoneman at his newspaper that would later become The Miami Herald. She became the first woman to enlist in the Navy when she was given the assignment to write a story about the first woman to enlist in WWI. During her research, Douglas learned that no woman had actually enlisted yet, but she then felt compelled to enlist herself. While living in South Florida, Douglas developed a deep love for the environment, particularly the Florida Everglades. Her greatest notoriety resulted from the 1947 publication of The Everglades: River of Grass. Living until the age of 108, Douglas was known as the foremost expert on and advocate for Everglades conservation.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/340193
Florida Cattle Ranch (late 1940s/ early 1950s) FloridaMemory 2019-05-10 | This film has scenes on a cattle ranch, including cowboys on horseback.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253038
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University: Buildings and People (1972-1982) FloridaMemory 2019-05-09 | This film shows Florida A&M University's band practicing, led by Dr. William Foster. It also shows footage of football, a parade, campus grounds, the stadium, Muhammad Ali at a FAMU football game, the Black Archives and the FAMU dance company. It ends with an interview with Coach Rudy Hubbard. There is some sound in the final segment, but it is bad. Produced by WFSU-TV.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253030
Suwannee Sojourn (1958) FloridaMemory 2019-04-30 | This film shows the Stephen Foster Memorial and Museum. Viewers see the Jeannie auditions and the annual folk festival, which includes singers, dancers, musicians, a dowser, storytellers, national dances and costumes from other countries, a whip-cracking demonstration and a bird caller. Produced by Robert Leahy; sponsored by the Stephen Foster Memorial Commission.To see full-length versions of this and other videos from the State Archives of Florida, visit floridamemory.com/videoRepository: State Library and Archives of Florida, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FLPersistent URL:floridamemory.com/items/show/253548
