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BIRD, THE TREE, THE BELL AND THE FISH OF GLASGOW, the
non-fiction
2014
National Library of Scotland

Documentary in which a variety of interviewees explore the messages and meaning in the symbols of Glasgow's coat of arms.

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GLASGOW PANTOMIME WITH WILL FYFFE AND HARRY GORDON / ROWARDENNAN / SPITFIRES IN FLIGHT
non-fiction
1948
National Library of Scotland

A compilation reel of footage from around the Second World War, including a pantomime in Glasgow, the Royal Naval College at Greenwich, a family outing to Loch Lomond and Spitfires in flight.

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CITY OF GLASGOW
non-fiction / Educational film
1962
National Library of Scotland

An overview of the city of Glasgow, showing its buildings, industries, colleges, parks and football clubs.

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GLASGOW CINEMA BALL
non-fiction / Newsreel
1947
National Library of Scotland

Celebrities at the Cinema Ball in Green's Playhouse, Glasgow in aid of charity.

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SONGS OF SCOTLAND
non-fiction
1963
National Library of Scotland

Against a backdrop of Scottish scenes, traditional songs of Scotland are sung by Elizabeth Robson, Dolina MacLennan, Hamish Henderson, Duncan Robertson, Robin Hall and Jimmie Macgregor.

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GLASGOW - OUR CITY
non-fiction / Educational film
1949
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- Glasgow Civics series

Glasgow old and new, with shots of contemporary street life and local industries. The film is interspersed with illustrations of 17th and 18th century Glasgow.

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GREEN OF GLASGOW, the
non-fiction / Educational film
1962
National Library of Scotland

A history of Glasgow Green, and the benefits it provides - an open space for meetings and sports, the carnival during the Glasgow Fair and the People's Palace museum.

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GLASGOW GETS TO WORK
non-fiction / Amateur film / Educational film
1935
National Library of Scotland

Glasgow's transport system at work in the city and on the river Clyde, and to assist the football crowds going to Hampden Park.

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Images
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(GLASGOW "DISCARDS")
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- (GLASGOW "DISCARDS")

Glasgow scenes including shots of tenements, the Citizens Theatre, Glasgow Green, St. Enoch's Station, Sauchiehall Street, Paddy's Market, the University, Templeton's carpet factory and Kelvingrove Ar...

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GLASGOW
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- Cities of Scotland series

The early history and development of Glasgow, changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution and proposed plans for remodelling the city. [Includes footage of East Kilbride and Cumbernauld].

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OUR ART GALLERIES AND MUSEUMS
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- Glasgow Civics series

A tour through various exhibitions in the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

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GLASGOW
National Library of Scotland

Various scenes of Glasgow including Glasgow University, the Cathedral, Sauchiehall Street, Singer's factory, John Brown's shipyard and Hampden Park football stadium.

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STEEL AND ENGINEERING
National Library of Scotland

Shots of the "Empress of Britain" leaving Greenock for Canada and of the interior of the Parkhead steel works.

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CHEMICALS AND ILLUMINANTS
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- First Reels series

An experimental film in the form of a riddle by artist Gillian Steel.

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GLASGOW'S HOUSING PROBLEM AND ITS SOLUTION
National Library of Scotland

Plans for building new housing in Glasgow and encouraging skilled tradesmen to return to working at their old trades on building sites.

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[WHITECRAIGS, ROUKEN GLEN, GLASGOW MEARNSKIRK, HEAVY SNOW]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [WHITECRAIGS, ROUKEN GLEN, GLASGOW MEARNSKIRK, HEAVY SNOW]

Amateur footage of the south side of Glasgow and the city centre during heavy snow.

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Texts
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SEALING WAX AND WAFERS
National Library of Scotland

A promotional film for George Waterston and Sons of Edinburgh, Wax Chandlers. This film shows interiors and machinery of the firm's old wax making factory at St. John's Hill, just prior to demolition....

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BY LEARNING AND COURTESY
National Library of Scotland

Aberdeen High School for Girls - from the first day of infant class to prize-giving for senior pupils leaving school. All aspects of learning are recorded, with emphasis on drama, music and dance.

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SPACE AND LIGHT
National Library of Scotland

An exploration of St Peter's Seminary, Cardross on the Firth of Clyde.

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LORNA AND JOCK'S WEDDING
National Library of Scotland

The wedding of Jock Lyon and Lorna Duncan at Greyfriars Church, Dumfries, February 23rd 1928.

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CUMBERNAULD GRANNY AND GRANDPA
National Library of Scotland

Family home life.

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SCOTCH AND DRY
National Library of Scotland

Film sponsored by Esso following the Scottish Rally of 1976. The rally begins in Ayrshire and takes in the Highlands. Interviews with various drivers at the roadside and after each stage is completed...

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SEA AND SHIPS, the
National Library of Scotland

A family holiday around Firth of Clyde and beyond on various boats. Includes a trip to Belfast and a trip 'Doon The Watter' on the Waverley.

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STAFFA AND IONA
National Library of Scotland

Trip from Oban to Staffa and Iona, visiting the tourist sites. [Accompanied by voiceover and classical music]

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