Descriptive Catalogue of Pathéscope Films (1918)

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16 CLASS 1 -Travel, Hunting, Manners and Customs REEL NO. TITLE PRODUCER scene are seen the mammoth elephants belonging to some wealthy family as they ponderously walk along one of the thoroughfares. Some of the temples are built along the water's edge and the mirror-like reflection is exceedingly attractive. 213-b A Day in Venice Pathe Venice, the queen city of Italy, in all its sublime beauty. The odd looking gondolas can be seen plying the many canals. Flocks of tame pigeons are fed by pedestrians on the steps of St. Mark's Church and a view of the old fashioned shops displays some curiously wrought souvenirs. A glimpse at the lace industry, one of the most remunerative of Italy, concludes a highly interesting and educational picture. 217-a Trichinopoli Pathe One of the large cities in southern India noted for its ancient temples built of stone and arranged with fine artistic effect. A street scene shows various beasts of burden harnessed to odd-looking vehicles, bazaars with their attractive wares and natives in their picturesque costumes. 217-b A Walk Through Rome Pathe Rome has played the most important part of any city in history, and is therefore of corresponding interest to travelers. The views of St. Peter's Cathedral and the many beautiful statues enable us to gain some inspiration from the city which has made its impress upon the ancient and modern world. 222-a The Old Town of Pisa Pathe Travel picture of the old town of Pisa in Italy showing Square of the Cavaliers of the 16th century ; the Palace of the Cavaliers, the Cathedral of White Marble, built in the 11th century and the Leaning Tower. Reference : Story of Pisa in Mediaeval Times. — Ross and Eir. 222-b The Banks of the Eure at Maintenon Pathe Beautiful scenic picture of the Eure River at Maintenon in the northwestern part of France. Reference: New International, Vol. 8 (Eure). 226-b A Trip to the Island of Majorca Pathe Majorca, one of the largest of the Balearic Islands, is situated in the Mediterranean Sea off the coast of Spain. It has a picturesque harbor and boasts some very beautiful scenery. The large public buildings, the narrow gauge railway, and the wonderful grottoes along the coast are very interesting features. 229-a Festival in India Pathe Long-haired beggars, gayly dressed villagers, soldiers, priests, merchants, and others constitute the festival. Majestic elephants are part of the procession followed by native bullock carts. The passing of many Indian types reveals the various castes for which this land is noted.