Descriptive Catalogue of Pathéscope Films (1918)

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22 CLASS 1 -Travel, Hunting, Manners and Customs REEL NO. TITLE PRODUCER 419 The Ruins of Ancient Greece Pathe Excellent views of the interesting places in and around Athens ; the Parthenon, temples of Erechtheum, Jupiter and Theseus ; Theatres of Bacchus and Herodus, Prison of Socrates, Church of St. George, the Acropolis, etc. 452-a Funeral of a Rich Chinaman at Sumatra Pathe The Island of Sumatra is noted for its strange customs and one that strikes us as odd, is the funeral of a wealthy Chinaman. The procession is preceded by bearers of elaborate floral wreaths and other tokens. The marchers crowd and jostle each other and banners and canopies are seen in great numbers. The body is borne on an elevated platform and is surrounded by Chinese coolies. 482-a The Luxembourg Gardens, Paris Pathe A trip through these world famous gardens with views of the many statues for which they are noted as well as the lakes and fountains. 482-b Nice and Its Environs Pathe Nice situated in southeastern France on the Mediterranean has many points of interest. The fishermen with their nets, the flower venders, and other scenes give plenty of local color. 577 Nikko and Its Temples Pathe The temples and surroundings of Nikko, Japan, are exceedingly picturesque. Numerous pagodas, the Temple of the Fountain, the Karo Tower, and the Kyogo Mausoleum are the principal views. 587 Giethoorn, a Miniature Venice Pathe The views of this quaint place, situated east of the Zuyder Zee, Holland, portray a group of islands connected by numerous rustic bridges. The skillful use of boats enables the natives to transport their crops from field to market. The simple; quiet life of the peasant is shown. 610-b School in New Guinea Pathe Natives in calisthenics, games, black-board work, and at prayer meeting. 739 Across India Pathe The environs of Madras, a city on the southeastern coast of India, showing natives and native costumes. Benares, situated in central India, on the Ganges, is the religious metropolis of India and has many temples. The Taj Mahal (the palace of the Great Mogal's wives) and Abker's Tomb are also shown. A-155 Beauty Spots of America Essanay An American travel reel, showing many interesting pictures of the Hot Springs in Arizona, and the beautiful scenery surrounding them.