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This clip is Part 1 of a 2-part film.
Henry and Mrs. Ford at Monument Dedication / V.F.W Buddy Poppy Camp, Union Lake Part 1
Description
The original catalog description provided by the Ford Motor Company reads as follows: a. Views of various McGuffey Memorial dedication ceremony speakers on bunting covered grandstand, 9/23/34. Lady leads choir - stone monument - Henry and Clara Ford sitting on grandstand trying to stay cool, meeting people - activities of pre-ceremony - the monument - spectators - panorama of dedication site. [1934] b.“Tents pitched in woods.” “Morning sitting-up exercises.” “General view of camp.” “Buddies arrive.” “Inspection.” “Play ball.” “Off for a dip.” “Life saving.” “Handicraft classes.” “Mess-call.” “Retreat.” “Around the campfire.” “The V.F.W. Buddy Poppy Camp is maintained entirely by the annual sale of the Buddy Poppy.” “Buy a Buddy Poppy, Please!” “The End.” [1934]
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