Motion pictures for instruction (1926)

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LIST OF EDUCATIONAL FILMS 303 From East to West — N. C. R. This film shows the making of carpets and rugs, including the special machinery used in this industry. From Cocoon to Spool — Corticelli Silk Co., 373 W. Adams St., Chicago, III. One of the first of the educational industrial films to find favor in the schools. Very interesting and instructive views are given of the life of the silk worm as well as the complete manufacture of silk. Includes a number of Japanese scenes. Just Kids (Gloves) — N. C. R. The detailed manufacture of gloves is shown in an interesting manner in this reel. Linen Manufacture in America — Clear fax Linen Rug Co., Duluth, Minn. An unusually interesting picture of American methods of handling an ancient industry — fields of flax — harvesting and preparation for the loom — European hand methods as compared to American — processes m the manufacture of linen rugs. Making Linoleum — Armstrong Cork Co., Lancaster Pa. An instructive film on an interesting subject — breaking and grinding of cork and its preparation with oil — shrinking and stiffening the burlap base — the applying and pressing of ingredients — pattern printing and seasoning — originating of pattern and cutting stencils. Romance op Cloth — National Motion Picture Bureau, Bedford, Mass. A double story of the manufacture of cotton and wool, from the natural product to the finished, bolted cloth. Romance of Silk — Belding Bros. Co., 201 W. Monroe St., Chicago, III. Story of Virgin Wool, The — Leggett. A reel showing the industry from the sheep's back to cloth. To Suit Man— Making Clothing — N. C. R. An interesting and cleverly arranged film on the making of clothing.