Boxoffice barometer (1947)

City Sings, A.... (10) ... Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada Scenes from Winnipeg’s annual Manitoba Music Festival. (Available in 16mm and 35mm.' ©Color of a Man, The (18) Congregational-Christian Churches Stresses the role played by the American Missionary Association in bettering conditions for the Negro. (Available in 16mm and 35mm.) Crafts of the Fire.. . (11) A. F. Films The important part fire plays in the manufacture of such products as glass, dishes and enamelware. Dead Strike Back, The....D47-2 (10) ....Telenews Apr. 11 Grim documentary film of Czechoslovakia (showing horror scenes) during the Nazi occupation, and the final chapter of retribution. Narrated by Jan Masaryk, son of the Czech republic’s founder. Defeated People, A. .. (19) ....Crown Film Unit Filmed and produced with the cooperation of the Allied Control Commission for Germany. Portrays life in the British occupied zone of Germany. Divorce— U.S.A T47-1 (14) ....Telenews July 10 Actual courtroom proceedings of divorce trials. Emphasizes the alarming increase in America’s divorce rate. Glass Bell, The... (11) A. F. Films Brings home the point that each individual himself must fight for peace. Dramatizes the life of an average French family during the German occupation. ( Available in 16mm and 35mm.) Going Places.... (10) Audio Prods. Development of roads from travel by horse to modern day railroad travel. Historic Switzerland. ...D-7 (10) ....Telenews June 1 Travelog. House in the Desert (30) United Palestine Appeal How a miracle discovery made it possible to remove the salt content and irrigate the land of Beth H’aarava on the Dead Sea, making it into a great farming community. Instruments of the Orchestra (20) English Films The function of each instrument in a symphony orchestra is explained. The London Symphony Orchestra is used as an example. Jungle Marauder, The.... (814) ....General Films A tiger in search of food tangles with a python and is crushed to death. La Paz.. . (1614) General Films Bolivia — its people, customs and geography. Last Night We Attacked.... (18) American League for a Free Palestine Made up of old newsreel shots and grim scenes of concentration camp victims, with shots of Jewish underground activities and British retaliation. Narrated by Quentin Reynolds and Bill Parker. (Available in 16mm and 35mm.) Leopoldville... (161^) General Films Produced by Belgian Congo Information Center. Travelog of the leading city in the Congo. ©Magic Wand, The.... (10) Science Films Electric welding, the part it played during the war and its new achievements. Gratis to exhibitors through the courtesy of Modern Talking Picture Service. Mediterranean Milestones (9t4) General Films Camera tour around the Mediterranean, with shots of Gibraltar, Tunisia, Algeria, etc. Message From Maynor, A (11) Nat’l Tuberculosis Ass’n. Third in a series produced by Emerson Yorke, and designed for appeal to Negro audiences. Dorothy Maynor, famous soprano, and the Hall Johnson Choir sing. and finish with a health message. (Available in 35mm and 16mm.) Mr. Bell. (31) Bell System Produceci by RKO Pathe for the Bell System, on the life of Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone. Raymond Edward Johnson in title role. Film being released gratis. For details get in touch with the motion picture department of your local Bell System company. National Air Races (21) U. S. Rubber Co. — Emerson Yorke Shows sports events of the 4-day program of air classics held annually at Cleveland. (Available in 35mm and 16mm. ) New North, The (10) ....Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada March Alaska highway; Canada’s great mineral wealth and farm land; new tourist accommodations along the highways into the Dominion. Nickel Tales.... (9) Rothacker The use of nickel and nickel alloys is told in fairy tale fashion. Sponsorecl by the International Nickel Company. Narrated by Norman Brokenshire. No Help Wanted.. . (1014) U.S. Gov’t, release How handicapped war veterans are adjusting themselves to civilian life. Norwegian Sketches. .. (10) Central A travelog of Norway before World War II. One World or None.. . (10) ... Astor July 15 First in a series of 35mm films sponsored by various government groups. Emphasizes horrors of atomic warfare. Narrated by Raymond Swing. Operation Underground. ...T46-1 (18) ....Telenews Dec. 1, ’46 Reels taken by French underground photographers in 1944. Shows the work of the underground in rescuing Allied airmen. Out of the Ruins (29) UNRRA-Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada Problems and accomplishments of the relief organization in Greece. Pheasant Fever....D-6.. (10) ..Telenews....Sept. 1 Sport reel on pheasant hunting. Piano Reflections.. .121 (9) . ..Sack Amuse. Ent May 31 Arthur Koch, famous pianist, demonstrates his keyboard skill with three familiar classical selections. Roads South.... (16) General Films Produced by Julien Bryan. Camera tour of Latin America. Science Goes Fishing (10) Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada Canadian scientists introduce modern, improved methods of cod fishing in Gaspe Bay. (Available in 35mm and 16mm.) ©Science Spins a Yarn (23) YMCA M.P. Bureau Produced by American ’Viscose Corporation. An average American family’s modern-day use of rayon, and a pictorial history of its early development. (Available in both 35mm and 16mm.) Ski Skill ..(10) Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada April Skiing season in Canada begins with the first snowfall. (Available in 16mm.) Spelunking — A New Science.. . (20) ... A.F. Films A new hazardous science indulged in by sportsmen and scholars who have made rare discoveries of prehistoric specimens buried at the bottom of deep crevasses. They’re Off.... (10) General Films Various types of races, including horse, track, swimming, auto and baby. Toronto Symphony No. 1 (10) Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada Conductor Sir Ernest MacMillan presents some interesting numbers new to American audiences. (Available in 35mm and 16mm.) Undersea Life....(6t4) General Films How nature provides self protection for the deep sea inhabitants. Westminster Abbey.... (14) General Films Camera view of noteworthy and historical spots in England. What’s on Your Mind (10) Nat!l Film Bd. of Canada Deals with psychiatry, and gives a factual presentation of its growing progress in Canada’s major hospitals. (Available in 35mm.) White Safari.... (10) ....Nat’l Film Bd. of Canada The trek of the snowmobile, “Exercise Musk-Ox,” through Canada’s Arctic wastes. (Available in 35mm and 16mm.) Whoever You Are.... (20) Award Films A 16mm tolerance film. Shows how a group of parents in a New York City community successfully organized a youth center for all sects. Woman Speaks. ...Releases No. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (10) Film Studios of Chicago Women of Achievement series featuring outstanding women whose work has brought them success in unique fields of endeavor. Year of Freedom, A.. . (10) Brandon Films Documentary film of Czechoslovakia, covering a year of reconstruction and rehabilitation, from May 1945 to May 1946. (Available in 35mm and 16mm.) NEGRO FILMS ALL AMERICAN NEWS Open the Door, Richard!.... (10) Feb. 17 A film of the original skit by Dusty Fletcher which furnished the idea for the hit song. “Sugar Chile” Robinson.... (10) Special The 7-year-old boy wonder of the piano keyboard. NEGRO ACHIEVEMENT SERIES (Two Reels) Achievements American Negro Spirituals Firsts (Leaders of Negro achievements) Negro Colleges Negro in Science, The Negro in the Field of Art, The Negro in the Musical World, The Negro Sailor, The Outstanding Negro Personalities Real Joe Louis, The Sports Cavalcade Unusual Events and Personalities ASTOR Ovoutie O’Rooney.... (28) Aug. 16 All Negro cast, featuring Slim Gaillord and Trio. Richard’s Answer... (10) Stepin Fetchit enacts the reason why Richard would not open the door. Woman’s a Fool (25) All Negro cast featuring Ida Cox, “Ardella,” Alabama Blossom and Birdina Hackett, Jean La Rue, Billy Fuller, Red Calhoun and his Royal Swing Band. SACK AMUSEMENT ENTERPRISES Bob Howard’s House Party. .. (119) (19) Feb. 20 All Negro cast. Stars: Bob Howard, Noble Sissle, Sidney Easton and the Harlemites Choir. Director: George P. Quigley. (Produced by Century Productions.) Murder in Swingtime.... 120 (9) May 1 — Reissue All Negro cast. Stars: Les Hite, June Richmond, Ben Carter. NINE ONE-REEL ALL NEGRO CAST MUSICALS Bipp Bang Boogie Harlem Hi-De-Ho Harlem Hot Shots Jelly Roll Blues Jivin’ the Blues Rhythm on the Run Rug Cutters on Parade Solid Senders Swing It, Harlem! 202 BAROMETER Section