The March Of Time.

Duration: 1 reel

Year Published: 1947

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Sound: sound

Description: The newest medical miracles. Reference is made to new drugs, new fields of study such as the study of the Rh blood factor, and to progress in the treatment of heart disease, cancer, and rheumatic fever.

Complete Record: THE MARCH OF TIME. Time, Inc. sd., b&w, 16mm. Forum edition. ©Time, Inc., Chicago. Atomic Power. 1 reel. © 1Mar47; MP1747. The F. B. I. 2 reels. © 29Aug47; MP2289. The Rise and Fall of Nazi Germany. 2 reels. © 29Aug47; MP2290. The American Teacher. 2 reels. © 29Aug47; MP2291. New Frontiers of Medicine. Summary: The newest medical miracles. Reference is made to new drugs, new fields of study such as the study of the Rh blood factor, and to progress in the treatment of heart disease, cancer, and rheumatic fever. © 1Mar48; MP2847. Radio Broadcasting Today. Summary: An appraisal of many types of radio programs, showing a wide range in quality. The survey includes soap operas, newscasts, the Town Hall program, the music of Toscanini, and the programs of such comedians as Benny, Bergen, Hope, and Allen. © 1Mar48; MP2848. Turkey. Summary: The film shows Turkey as a focal point in international affairs today and traces her history from the time of the early Ottoman emperors to the administration of President Ismet Inonu. © 1Mar48; MP2849. Transportation in the U. S. Summary: How various types of transportation, such as airlines, buses, inland ships, U. S. merchant vessels, and railroads, have helped in the development of American culture and trade. © 1Mar48; MP2850. Czechoslovakia. Summary: Covers the founding of Czechoslovakia, the turbulent years between Versailles and Munich, the war years, post-war recovery, the Communist coup, and the suicide of Foreign Minister Jan Masaryk. © 15May48; MP3043. The Dutch Empire. Summary: Presents the postwar problem facing the Netherlands in the East Indies, where native discontent marks the breakup of one of the world's colonial empires. Shows scenes of reconstruction since the war, and the natural beauties of the islands. © 15Aug48; MP3281. T-Men of the Treasury Department. Summary: Shows how the six law-enforcement agencies of the Treasury Department are organized and how they work. Action sequences are included. © 15Aug48; MP3282. Fashion Means Business. Summary: Activities of the flourishing garment industries form the subject of this film. Guided tours of leading fashion designers' salons and of showings in New York and Paris are presented. © 15Aug48; MP3283. Public Relations. Summary: This film shows some of the history of public relations work in America, and analyzes its present status. Advertising and other manifestations of this phase of modern business are considered, and some of the leaders in this field are presented. © 15Aug48; MP3284. The White House. Summary: A tour of the rooms in the President's official residence © 15Aug48; MP3285. Search for Happiness. Summary: Shows that certain devices of the machine age which are intended to simplify life sometimes increase the stress and strain of modern living, and refers to behavior of the many unhappy people who seek advice from radio counsellors, newspaper columnists, and fortune tellers. © 15Aug48; MP3286. Volume 15, 1949. 1. On Stage. Summary: A glimpse into New York theatre life. Includes shots of Rex Harrison in "Anne of the Thousand Days" and of Charles Boyer in "Red Gloves." © 24Feb49; MP4043. 2. Asia's New Voice. Summary: Shows how the people of India have struggled since 1947 to secure their independence from Great Britain, and presents the many problems facing the new Indian government in its attempt to weld diverse elements into a united, modern state. © 14Feb49; MP4159. 3. Wish You Were Here. Summary: A study of the ways in which vacationing Americans spend their money. © 14May49; MP4342. 4. Report on the Atom. Summary: A report on the atomic energy program of the United States, revealing the progress made in developing war-time weapons and peacetime uses of atomic energy in industry, agriculture, medicine, and biology. © 25Apr49; MP4360. 5. Sweden Looks Ahead. Summary: A travelogue film of Sweden stressing the industriousness of the people and their high standards of living. Emphasizes the effect of Sweden's 135 years of neutrality upon the social and economic conditions of the country. © 12May49; MP4361. 6. It's in the Groove. Summary: Presents the history of phonograph records, showing how records are made and what elements govern the sales of records and affect the financial status of the industry. © 9Jun49; MP4362. 7. Stop—Heavy Traffic. Summary: Presents the national traffic problem created by an automotive age, and shows some of the solutions which have already been put into effect to alleviate the situation. © 1Jul49; MP4516. 8. Farming Pays Off. Summary: Presents life on a farm, emphasizing the wealth of farmers during the war and post-war years; shows the mechanization of the nation's farms and the activities of the government scientists who are working to improve farm life. © 4Aug49; MP4517. 9. Policeman's Holiday. Summary: A lieutenant of the New York City police force visits Scotland Yard in England. He is taken on a tour of the Yard, visits the Metropolitan Police Training School at Hendon, and assists an Inspector of the Yard in solving an involved highjacking and murder case. © 2Sep49; MP4609. 10. The Fight for Better Schools. Summary: Shows how interested parents like those of Arlington County, Virginia, are able by working together to effect legislation and revitalize the public schools. © 30Sep49; MP4620.