Visual Education (Jan 1923-Dec 1924)

March, 19 2 3 101 THE DAHLIA. Showing the planting, "crossing," "pinching" and "disbudding" of flowers at the Peacock Dahlia Farm, Berlin, X. J. This flower is so popular because of its beautiful blending of shades and tints that vast farms are now devoted to its cultivation. Included in the film are scenes of the fields and close-ups of many varieties of dahlias. (/> and d, Prizma.) THE CULTURE OF BULBOUS FLOWERS. A reel on the growing of such plants as the hyacinth, tulip, narcissus, lily, gladiolus, iris and dahlia. You see the setting out of the pots, the appearance of the beds two months later, the bursting of the buds, and the fading of the flower after its little season of bloom is over, (p and d, Beseler.) CIVICS AND PUBLIC SERVICE HATS OFF!— A STORY OF THE FLAG. A picture designed to teach respect for the flag and to show, through a quick, visualized review of past history, what Old Glory stands for in the hearts of true Americans. From Betsy Ross and George Washington to Roosevelt and General Pershing, America's heroes "come alive" on the screen to teach a careless schoolboy a lesson in flag etiquette. (/> and d, Soc. for Visual Edu.) COMRADES OF SUCCESS. The basic principles of true living and successful working— Safety, Courtesy and Loyalty — are impersonated by three little gnomes who, by their counsels, direct the actions of those willing to listen, resulting in the increased efficiency of their work and in personal advancement. 2 reels, (p and d, Carter Cinema.) CHILDREN'S PLAYGROUNDS. A film that pictures the dangers of the city streets and the means a playground affords for wholesome, safe recreation. V2 reel. (/>, Lewy; •>, Baltimore Children's Playground Assn.) CHECKING THE IMPORTS. A reel that shows the activities and methods of the U. S. Collector of Customs, (p, Urban; d, Kineto.) A MAKER OF MEN "A Life Worth While — making men Men." Just the thing for Young People. 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