Paging Women

In this proto-infomercial by SC Johnson Wax, we see what looks to be a woman’s TV show on the surface. Women learn fashion tips at the stylish NY Airport’s TWA Terminal, how to tastefully arrange their furniture from influential 1950s designer William Pahlmann , how to care for their house plants and learn how to […]

Growing Grapes Germany

Silent German educational film about growing grapes for wine. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project. growing-grapes-germany

Finding Your Life Work (1940)

Shows the importance of personality, training and experience in fitting oneself for any type of position. This is this introduction to the “Your Life Series”. The irony is that most who saw this film had their life’s work plans radically changed when the United States entered World War II. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. finding-your-life-work-1940

Fortress of Steel, A (1939)

ASSEMBLY OF FRIGIDAIRE REFRIGERATORS, SHOWING THEIR STRENGTH. We digitized and uploaded this film from the Prelinger Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project. fortress-of-steel-a-1939

Johnny Learns His Manners

Mostly iconographic, minor animation. Under the influence of his impish conscience ‘BADSELF,’ Johnny becomes thoughtless, untidy, and selfish until he begins to take on the physical aspects of a little pig. Johnny’s other conscience ‘GOODSELF’ helps Johnny to correct his mistakes and slowly he is turned back into his former self, but is a better […]

Open And Closed Wounds (1981)

Highlights practical application of first aid techniques showing different types of open and closed wounds, and the proper methods of first aid treatment. Demonstrates control of bleeding, application of sterile dressings, cravat and triangular cover bandages, and care of the injured for physical shock. Stresses the importance of obtaining competent medical assistance. We digitized and […]

What Is a Corporation? (1949)

Differentiates among the three principal forms of business ownership: single proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. Introduces the advantages and disadvantages of each type, with particular emphasis on corporate ownership. Contact footage@avgeeks.com for more information. what-is-a-corporation-1949