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Videos
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FISH AND THE SEINE NET
non-fiction
1952
National Library of Scotland

A demonstration on how to use a Seine net for trawling. This film was planned by the Marine Laboratory Aberdeen, as part of their research programme on the efficiency of fishing gear. "Grateful ackn...

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SCOTLAND AND THE NEW WORLD
non-fiction
1953
National Library of Scotland

A look at the social and economic changes in Scotland during the 1950s, after the upheaval of the war. From the restoration of Iona Abbey to the development of new industries.

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OUR ART GALLERIES AND MUSEUMS
non-fiction / Educational film
1949
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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MEN AND WOMEN OF TOMORROW
non-fiction
1925
National Library of Scotland

Made for screening at the 1925 World Educational Congress Edinburgh, the film gives a survey of the educational opportunities offered in Edinburgh from infants up to senior pupils.

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4 AND 20 FIT GIRLS
non-fiction / Educational film
1942
National Library of Scotland

Women exercising during a keep-fit class.

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GALASHIELS AND BRAW LADS GATHERING
non-fiction / Newsreel
1952
National Library of Scotland

The festival of the Braw Lads Gathering in the Borders town of Galashiels; the historic flag is presented and then carried on horseback through the town.

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LOCHGELLY AT WORK AND PLAY
non-fiction / Newsreel
1923
National Library of Scotland

The people of Lochgelly at work and play, with footage of wash day and playing golf and bowls.

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OLD AND THE NEW, the
non-fiction / Amateur film
1955
National Library of Scotland

A record of the renovation work on the Bellhaven cafe, Wishaw, Lanarkshire, between 1948 to 1955; shows the work of masons, joiners, glaziers and the Cocozza family on the new Cafe, and the interest o...

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Images
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[ALLOWAY AYR MIX VIEWS]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [ALLOWAY AYR MIX VIEWS]

Amateur footage of the main sights and buildings in the centre of Ayr, and shots of Alloway.

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[FIRTH OF CLYDE]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [FIRTH OF CLYDE]

Amateur footage of a journey down the Clyde by steamer to Rothesay.

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(TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD CONFERENCE LONDON 1964)
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- (TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD CONFERENCE LONDON 1964)

Amateur footage of delegates attending a National Union of Townswomen's Guilds conference in the Royal Albert Hall in London.

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[TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD DRAMA SCHOOL LARGS 1966]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD DRAMA SCHOOL LARGS 1966]

Amateur footage of a residential drama course at Inverclyde House, Largs.

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[VARIOUS EARLY TOWNSWOMEN GUILD FILMS ST MARY'S LOCH, TOY SYMPHONY PERTH, AYR, STIRLING]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [VARIOUS EARLY TOWNSWOMEN GUILD FILMS ST MARY'S LOCH, TOY SYMPHONY PERTH, AYR, STIRLING]

Amateur footage of Townswomen's Guild events, including a coach trip to the Borders, music and theatrical productions and a fashion show.

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[DEAN FAMILY, the]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [DEAN FAMILY, the]

Amateur home movie footage of family events, including home visits, trips to the seaside and riding stables.

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[CARMUNNOCK GYMKHANA 1958]
National Library of Scotland
Other title(s):
- [CARMUNNOCK GYMKHANA 1958]

Amateur footage of a Hazelden Riding Club gymkhana at Peel Road Field, Carmunnock.

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FAREWELL TO GLASGOW'S TRAMS
National Library of Scotland

Amateur footage of the last day of tram services on the streets of Glasgow, and the evening display of Glasgow's historic trams.

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Texts
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HIT AND A MISS, a
National Library of Scotland

A comedic tale set in the garden of the Thoms' family house, on a summer's day. A group of boys playing in the garden get into trouble with a pernickety neighbour but later redeem themselves by spott...

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CARPENTER AND HIS TOOLS, the
National Library of Scotland

Sponsored by Glasgow Corporation Education Committee, this educational film introduces the chief tools used by the carpenter.

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SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS, the
National Library of Scotland

Tour of the Highlands and Islands in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Scenes include farming, fishing, mountain climbing, ships, and a brief shot of the 'talkies' being installed at Balmoral.

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GLASGOW, ROTHESAY AND LARGS, to
National Library of Scotland

Overview of journey from Glasgow city centre to Rothesay and Largs on passenger steamer circa 1935.

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BEFORE AND AFTER THE BABY
National Library of Scotland

Overview of twenty one ante and post natal exercises through the combination of detailed intertitles and physical demonstration. Filming takes place at Rottenrow Maternity and Women's Hospital as wel...

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BOWLER AND THE BUNNET, the
National Library of Scotland

A documentary, narrated and directed by Sean Connery, on the turbulent industrial relations of the workforce of Fairfield's shipyard on the Clyde during the mid 1960s.

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ROAD AND THE MILES, the
National Library of Scotland

Television documentary from the mid 1960s about the redevelopment of Dundee: new houses, destruction of slums, the building of the Tay Road Bridge, growth of shops and industry.

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HERE AND THERE IN FUKUSHIMA
National Library of Scotland

Japan Desk Scotland’s third documentary about the Fukushima nuclear accident in 2011, looking at the aftermath in the area around Okuma Town, the remaining effects of radioactive contamination, and ...

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