15841. Cancer: Its Cure and Prevention (06:53)

Date:
0000
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Shows the work of medical researchers in their efforts to discover the causes of and cure for cancer, and the work of organizations in combating popular ignorance and fear of cancer. Famous physici...

15842. The American teacher (15:10)

Date:
1947
Summary:
Presents the pros and cons of "progressive education" and points out the citizen's responsibility toward the schools. Also gives a brief history of education in the United Staes, including the pre...

15843. Life with Junior (18:47)

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0000
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Outlines a typical day in the life of a ten-year-old boy, stressing the need for the development of his individual aptitudes, abilities, and personality pattern. Pictures the anxieties of parents ...

15844. Congress (09:58)

Date:
1955
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Explains the functions of the House of Representatives and the Senate; then shows how a Congressional bill is introduced, considered, and voted upon. Discusses the special powers of the House and ...

15845. Man in the 20th Century (17:56)

Date:
1950
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Discusses the fact that man's material progress is now at a higher peak than ever before, but that his daily routine is often one of dissatisfaction. Although he wants peace, his world is spit int...

15846. Modern Surgery (18:48)

Date:
1948
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Shows the doctor diagnosing Mrs. Conrad's illness as gallstones, and follows her to the hospital, where every phase of her care is discussed. Presents the preparation for the operation, the steps i...

15847. Safety on the Highway (05:41)

Date:
0000
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A report on the writing and results o an article in Readers Digest entitled "And Sudden Death."

15848. Progressive Education (09:14)

Date:
0000
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A picture of the progressive school system at work; some familiar arguments for and against it. A contrast between learning by memory drill and the new method of learning through individual projec...

15849. Public Relations (17:06)

Date:
1948
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Depicts the value to be derived by all from effective public relations between business, labor, government, and the people. The role of public relations personnel is shown, as is the type of course...

15850. Malaya -the Fight Against the Unseen Enemy (25:17)

Date:
0000
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Describes the political, economic, and social problems of Malaya and the fight against communist infiltration. Portrays the life of a rubber plantation owner as he combats communist guerrilla acti...

15851. Schools March On (17:18)

Date:
1951
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Uses frequent flashbacks to measure the progress of and document the work of the Illinois Agriculture Association School Committee, the Illinois State legislature, and the citizens of Woodford Coun...

15853. And a Voice Shall Be Heard (21:55)

Date:
1953
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Shows some of the ways in which the two-way radio can be used, especially in civilian defense. A simulated raid on Syracuse, New York, shows how fire-fighting equipment, police, ambulance service,...

15854. Britain and Her Empire (17:17)

Date:
1946
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Gives a pictorial exposition of the relationship of England to her colonies, protectorates, and mandates and highlights the outstanding characteristics of the free and self-governing dominions; the...

15855. Life with Baby (19:22)

Date:
0000
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Shows the findings of Dr. Arnold Gesell, at the Yale University Clinic, concerning the mental and physical growth of children. Consists of candid-camera shots photographed through a one-way vision...