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1949 EDITION 351.9-353.2 351.9 Courts ENGLISH CRIMINAL JUSTICE. BIS 1947 22niin sd $47.50, rent $2.50 351.9 sh-c-ad-forum Explains criminal court procedure as it is found in England. It sliows tiie various types of courts and something of tlieir work. The cases range from a simple petty sessions case to a murder trial at the Old Bailey. Tlie film constantly stresses the fact that the defendent is innocent until he is proved guilty and that he is not responsible for proving his innocence. The prosecution and defense both present their cases befoi-e the jury under the guidance of the judge. The procedure following "guilty" and "not guilty" verdicts is also shown 352 Municipal governmenf PENNSYLVANIA LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN ACTION. PaStCol 1945 22min sd loan 352 jh-sh-ad-forum Sponsored by Department of Internal Affairs, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania This film shows the dayby-day color of local government, its most pressing problems, its importance in the system of American government, and the necessity of unity of purpose among local government officials. It was made on location throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and shows many local government activities, including recreation, welfare projects, housing problems, council and other meetings, etc. Government organization charts and income and expenditures are shown in animation YOU THE PEOPLE. TFC 21min sd (Crime does not pay) apply 352 Jh-sh-c-ad-forum Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer "Features the operations of a corrupt city political machine. "Methods of coercing campaign contributions, stuffing ballot boxes and persuading citizens that voting is of no use are portrayed. "Successfully Implies that the cast might be any Mr. and Mrs. Citizen. The moral la effective. Well organized, directed and photographed." Advisory committee 352.2 Municipal police AMERICAN COP. Forum ed special MOT 1947 18min sd $55 352.2 el-Jh-sh-c-ad Guide "War brought in its wake a startling Increase in crimes of violence. The job of putting down this crime wave and rounding up those responsible for It falls largely on the shoulders of the municipal cop. The average patrolman today, as the film points out, is a carefully trained, intelligent public servant who handles well an ordinarily thankless job New York city's police force, one of the most highly specialized in the world, is shown In training, on patrol and coping with various emergencies. Dramatic climax to the film is the tracking down of a murderer, using actual police methods and details taken from a real case THE POLICEMAN. CanNFB 1946 12mln sd $25, rent $1.50 352.2 p-el-Jh Views the work of a police force thru the eyes of a lost child. Emphasizes that the policeman does not make laws but works for the people to make sure that the laws they themselves make are obeyed THE POLICEMAN. EBF 1940 llmin sd (Elementary social studies ser) $45, rent $2.50 352.2 p-el-Jh Guide Collaborators: Ernest Horn, State University of Iowa; Arthur I. Gates, Teachers College, Columbia University and Celeste Peardon Describes the function of police officers In general and follows a typical city patrolman through one of his regular shifts of duty. In due course, the use of motorcycles and patrol cars with two-way radio communication is demonstrated and explained. Lessons In pedestrian and vehicular traffic safety are developed, along with the role of the policeman in rescue work and the apprehension of a speeding driver "This is a fairly good film for elementary use in connection with safety, social studies, and vocational guidance. It was noted that in one or two instances the patrolman himself failed to observe the best safety practices. The film is within the experiences of the elementary child, and it should contribute to the formation of favorable attitudes toward policemen. Photography is good; organization and sound are adequate." Ed. screen 353 United States governmont MEET YOUR FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. YoungAmerlca 1946 15min sd $48 353 el-Jh-sh-c-ad Guide For junior and senior high school social studies, for the purpose of motivating and introducing a study of the structure and function of our federal government. Explains the powers of the federal government as well as the nature and function of each of the three main branches Supplemented by "Federal government series" of filmstrips, listed in the 1948 Annual Films trip Guide OUR NATIONAL GOVERNMENT. Knowledge Bldrs 1941 llmin sd $40, rent $2 353 el-Jh-sh-c-tr-ad Guide "A graphic analysis of our form of National Government showing and explaining the separate functions of each branch. Actual scenes In Washington, our National Capitol, giving a clear mental picture of the magnitude of the business of government. This film not only portrays historical background and the operation of our national government, but also treats Its basic philosophy and the devices by which our forefathers sought to maintain order in government while preserving personal liberty. In short, this Is a timely film packed with information and inspiration. This subject can be used in every U.S. History or Government Course, as well as for assembly and patriotic occasions." South Carolina "Its clear cut picturization and intelligent commentary will make it a useful tool In building a deeper appreciation of American democracy." Home movies 353.2 Treasury department T-MEN OF THE TREASURY DEPARTMENT. Forum ed MOT 1948 18min sd $55 353.2 sh-c-ad Guide Dramatizes the duties of the T-men of the Treasury department. Tells the story of each of the six law enforcement agencies and shows its operatives in action. In a sequence reenacting the capture of a gang of moonshiners, the film depicts the close cooperation that prevails between the various enforcement units. Shows smugglers, "booties," cranks, "scratchers"— all pitting their wits against the T-men 349