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THE TREE OF LIFE
Date: c1950 Film Number: 329
 
An in-depth look at the association of Lever Bros. with the Belgian Congo showing how the Africans used to produce palm oil and how Lever brought in scientific mass production. Studies relations with native work-force and the philanthropic policy of the company.
 
 
 
[MANUFACTURE OF MULLARD VALVES]
Date: c1950 Film Number: 330
 
(Head section missing) A very detailed study of the making of Mullard valves for radio and television receivers in Trafford Park, Manchester - glass bulbs; tungsten wire; stamping small parts; assembly; examination; testing. Close ups of operators and technicians, quality controllers etc., and general shots of workshops, labs, and the factory floor.
 
 
 
THE OLD WALLASEYANS XV v THE SCHOOL
Date: 1950 Film Number: 365
 
Wallasey Grammar School boys - past and present pupils rugby match; rowing; cricket; shot putt and long jump.
 
 
 
[SCHOOL ATHLETICS]
Date: *1950 Film Number: 378
 
Wallasey Grammar School - long jump and hurdles.
 
 
 
A SCHOOL RECORD
Date: 1950 Film Number: 418
 
A record of school outings and special events - Chester; speech day; sports; Ribchester; Torquay; Plymouth; journey on a steam train to Bournemouth; Christmas concert. [The preservation of this film was funded by a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund.]
 
 
 
BLACKROD SEC. MOD. SCH. - RURAL ACTIVITIES
Date: 1950 Film Number: 419
 
Pupils gardening; bee-keeping; building a greenhouse; picking tomatoes; the herb garden; concreting paths; wood-work and fencing; harvesting; fruit-picking; rabbit-keeping; weather reporting; metal work and basket work; poultry; display of produce. [The preservation of this film was funded by a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund.]
 
 
 
OUR VILLAGE 100 YEARS AGO
Date: 1950 Film Number: 420
 
A history of Blackrod - mills and mines. Views of old buildings; a girl weaving at home; stone cottages; spinning, weaving and bleaching processes; farming, engineering, transport, shops, hobbies and recreation. This film, along with thousands of others from across the country, can also be viewed online as part of BFI: Britain on Film - player.bfi.org.uk/britain-on-film/ [The preservation of this film was funded by a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund.]
 
 
 
[WATERFALL MILL, BLACKBURN]
Date: *1950 Film Number: 473
 
Interiors of Waterfall Mill, Blackburn - weft and warp threads being prepared. This film, along with thousands of others from across the country, can also be viewed online as part of BFI: Britain on Film - player.bfi.org.uk/britain-on-film/
 
 
 
THE SYMBOL OF ENTERTAINMENT SUPREME
Date: 1950 Film Number: 507
 
Short extracts from 4 shows in Blackpool - "Sunny Serenade" at the Grand Theatre, featuring various artists, including Josef Locke; the Blackpool Tower Circus 1950 summer season, including Charlie Cairoli and Gilbert Houke's Bengal Tigers; "Take It From Here" at the Winter Gardens Pavilion, including Jimmy Edwards, Joy Nichols, Dick Bentley and Nino the Wonder Dog; and "Out of this World" at the Opera House, including Nat Jackley and Tessie O'Shea, Terry Thomas, and the Tiller Girls.
 
 
 
LANCASHIRE PRIDE
Date: 1950 Film Number: 525
 
Part one is a dramatised history of the hand loom weavers in Wycoller and the effects on them of the coming of power looms. Part two shows work at Glen Mills in 1950 - the processes involved in producing cotton fabrics; and canteen facilities for staff. This film, along with thousands of others from across the country, can also be viewed online as part of BFI: Britain on Film - player.bfi.org.uk/britain-on-film/ [The preservation of this film was funded by a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund.]
 
 
 
OUR HERITAGE
Date: *1950 Film Number: 527
 
Optimism for the future is the theme, and Glen Mills of Rawtenstall and Colne have provided a new nursery facility for employees' children - it is shown in preparation; then the official opening; and the children are seen playing, having lunch, brushing their teeth, and having a nap. [The preservation of this film was funded by a grant from the National Heritage Memorial Fund.]
 
 
 
HASLINGDEN CARNIVAL - 9th SEPTEMBER 1950
Date: 1950 Film Number: 578
 
Shows a variety of shots of Haslingden Carnival - decorated streets; spectators watching, waving flags; lots of decorated floats and people in fancy dress (including a womens football team); and the carnival King and Queen.
 
 
 
IMPERIAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LTD. CELEBRATE "THE CENTENARY OF CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE IN WIDNES, 1850-1950" AT THE I.C.I. RECREATION GROUNDS, WIDNES
Date: 1950 Film Number: 640
 
Shows official opening of the celebrations followed by the presentation of a bouquet and crowd amusements. Includes shots of individuals taking tickets; girls with candy floss; a little boy watching Punch & Judy. Also views of the crowd, stalls, amusements, children on slides,etc. Geraldo and his orchestra play for the community with singing and dancing - the crowd watch. Contains shots of the interior of the marquee and beer tent. Ends with shots of fireworks.
 
 
 
NORWAY JUNE 1950
Date: 1950 Film Number: 671
 
A family holiday in Norway - arriving on the ferry ; shots of the harbour; the Norwegian landscape; families pose in national costume; ends with more shots on board the ferry.
 
 
 
WARRINGTON'S RUGBY LEAGUE CUP
Date: 1950 Film Number: 947
 
Warrington v Widnes in the 1950 Rugby League Cup Final - crowds of supporters on Wembley approach; the teams are presented to Clement Atlee; shots of the game and spectators; Warrington receive the Cup after beating Widnes 19-0; the captain is carried round the pitch shoulder high.
 
 
 
[AN IRISH HOLIDAY]
Date: c1950 Film Number: 956
 
On holiday - a village stroll and a cliff walk; a train pulling into Skerries station; the Hill of Howth tramway.
 
 
 
[THE PROCESSION]
Date: c1950 Film Number: 957
 
A church procession with a band - a May Queen is seen briefly.
 
 
 
EASTHAM OIL DOCK MODEL MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY 2 OCT 1950
Date: 1950 Film Number: 1098
 
Eastham oil dock model - lines are plotted on a graph; model of a ship in dock.
 
 
 
[EASTHAM OIL DOCK MARCH-MAY 1950]
Date: 1950 Film Number: 1134
 
A look at the construction of Eastham oil dock between March and May 1950 - construction vehicles; building equipment; conveyor belts in use on site.
 
 
 
[EASTHAM OIL DOCK MAY-JUNE 1950]
Date: 1950 Film Number: 1135
 
Work on the construction of Eastham oil dock May - June 1950 - construction vehicles and equipment; movement of spoil.
 
 
 
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