The educational screen (c1922-c1956])

Page 240 The Educational Screen Cluzxzni ^LLm ^J\e,vj^ ■ Bell & Howell Company, 1801 Larchmont \\t., Chicago, has acquired for general circulation the fourth in the Cathedral Films series of religious two- reel 16 mm sound films, titled : No Greater Power—Zacchaeus in Film —The story of Zacchaeus, the poor potter, who became a rich money lender and tax collector in the service of Rome. He was despised by his fellow Jews until Jesus sought him out, stayed at his house, and convinced him how wrong was his idea that there was no Jesus in home of Zacchaeus greater power than that which gold be- stows. This 20-minute film is profes- sionally made, and reflects Hollywood production standards. Available for rental or lease. ■ Walter O. Gutlohn, Inc., 25 W. 45th St., New York City, have acquired the following subject for distribution: Linoleum Block Printing (from Koer- ner)—1 reel, 16 mm silent. Ruth Gi- kow, nationally known graphic artist, demonstrates the cutting and print- ing of the lineoleum block. Recom- mended for use in all grades from grammar school to university and art school. I National Film Board Of Canada, Ottawa, announces that the following Canadian films have been released: Ottawa — Wartime Capital —16mm sound, 11 minutes—A picture of govern- ment under stress of war, from the offices of key officials down to the crowded desk of the most junior stenographer. Here the war plan of the country is conceived and is seen translated into action, with Canadian men, ships and airplanes in combat with the enemy. Canadian Landscape — 18 minutes, sound and color—vivid portrayal of the work of one of the foremost artists of this continent, Alexander Young Jackson. The camera follows Jackson to the north- ern hills of Ontario, brilliant with their fall coloring, and to the snow-covered Quebec countryside; then to his Toronto studio where Mr. Jackson turns his landscape sketch into a large canvas, the film following each step in the process. Photographed in Kodachrome, the paints the artist uses appear in truthful repre- duction on the screen. ■ Transfilm. In-c, 35 W. 45th St., New- York City, producer of "Fighting the Fire Bomb," has completed another civilian defensive movie, namely: Fight that Fire! — 1 reel, black-and white or color, 16mm sound. It dem- onstrates the most effective methods of fighting this enemy that can de- stroy vital war materials, and gives clear-cut instructions in the use of right fire-fighting weapons. This film is ap- proved by the U. S. Office of Civilian Defense and leading fire protection organizations. Additional defense films are in pro- duction, dealing with correct pro- cedures during an air raid, first aid and home protection against gas, and high explosive bombs. ■ Post Pictures Corporation, 12i Seventh Ave., New York City, announces the release of Capt Fury —the fourth in a series of theatrical productions Post is making available in 16 mm sound. The previous three subjects, as announced in these columns, were "Zenobia", "There Goes My Heart" and "Topper Takes a Trip." "Captain Fury" is a full length production featuring Brian Aherne in an adventure story based on the life of an Australian "Robin Hood" and his fight for freedom a century ago. The 1942 catalog detailing the complete list of full length features now being oflfered in 16 mm sound through Post Pictures Corporation may be had on request to the company. ■ British Library of Information, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, reports the following "Recent Additions" from abroad, each a 1-reel sound subject: Battle of tke Books —burning of banned books by the Nazis, the effect of the blitz on Britain's publishing trade, wartime reading habits and the position of writers in a democracy. A Few Ounces A Day —all-diagram- matic film (Isotype) explaining in simple terms the need for collecting salvage of all kinds and how preven- tion of waste helps reduce wartime shortages. Fighter Pilot —work of a fighter pilot in the air and on the ground shown in thrilling detail with actual combat shots. H.M. Navies Go To Sea— His Majes- ty's Navies in action in every ocean of the world. Empire's New Armies —the new tech- niques of modern warfare, emphasizing various types of mobile forces, air in- vasion and the value of women. R.A.F. Action —a review of the high- lights of R.A.F. activities in Britain and the Dominions, with illustrations of all latest types of bombers and fighters. South Africa Marches —a South Afri- can production covering all aspects of PROTECT FILMS vap.Orate ASK TOUR DEALEROR PHOTOFINISHER I VAPORATECO.. INC.* BELL ft HOWELL CO. I 0wesi46thSL JII Larchmont, Chlc*s« I New York. N I. 7l6N.Lal>ieu, Holly~toj I her armed forces and armament in- dustry. 'Venture Adventure —story of Brit- ain's Air Training Corps, which pro- vides specialized training for boys between the time they leave school and the draft age. ■ General Electric Company, Schenec- tady, New York, has completed a new series of six one-reel, all-color sound motion pictures designed to help speed war efforts through the faster and better training of welding operators. The Inside of Arc Welding —title of the series—will show for the first time just what actually goes on inside the arc and, therefore, will be of great in- terest to the expert welder as well as the beginner. Vivid charts, animation, demonstrations by expert operators, close- ups of the arc in action, as well as cross sections of good and bad welds are combined to bring to even the largest of classes the benefit of individual in- struction. Each of the six parts of "The Inside of Arc Welding" is complete in itself and presents in detail one particular phase of arc welding. The first film covers View from "Inside of Arc Welding" the fundamentals of arc welding. Others deal with technique of arc control and electrode manipulation for all welding positions. Clearly shown, explained, and emphasized throughout are the four prin- cipal factors of good welding—current setting, angle of electrode, arc length, and speed of travel. The films were produced by the Raphael G. Wolff Studios, Hollywood, who have evolved a new technique for picturing this difficult subject. Technical supervision was by the General Elec- tric Welding Laboratories, with the co- operation of government and industry representatives. The 16 mm films may be obtained for single showings, by writing to the Visual Instruction Section, Publicity Department, General Electric Co.