FORD NEWS Part 1

Description

The original catalog description provided by the Ford Motor Company reads as follows: 1. “Belgians of Detroit Honor Dead Monarch. Parade through rain to attend solemn high mass for King Albert.” People, some with flags and in uniform, marching down street - crowd outside church. 2. “Canine Aristocracy Competes for Honors. Hundreds of America’s finest dogs are exhibited at bench show.” People grooming dogs at Detroit Dog Show - views of several breeds of dogs - woman holding winner, wire-haired terrier. 3. “Historical Pageant Marks Military Ball. ‘Parade of the Wars’ is impressive feature of Army and Navy party.” Crowded dance floor - men dressed as ‘Spirit of ’76’ walking into hall, followed by men and women dressed as soldiers and nurses of the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, and World War I - views of couples posing. 4. “Famous Road Race Thrills Big Crowd. 27 stock cars fight it out in grueling test at Los Angeles.” Crowds in grandstand - drivers and officials posing - cars on racetrack - cars racing - winner surrounded by fans - close-up. 5. “Dog Saved from Ice; Children Get Meals. Four youngsters honored by Kennel Club For Detroit River rescue.” Girl holding German Shepard on leash - Mark Hanna awarding medals to a girl and three boys. “The End.” “See the Ford News at this theater every week.” [1934]

Collection

Ford Motor Company Collection

Series

Motion Picture Films Relating to the Ford Motor Company, the Henry Ford Family, Noted Personalities, Industry, and Numerous Americana and Other Subjects