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Why Fathers Work

Shows where a father goes, what he does and how his work helps his family, his community and the city. Illustrates the economic functions of the family as a community unit.

Copyright

Copyright status (Wikidata): public domain

Complete catalog record
The film follows Ed Kimble, a structural iron worker, as he begins his day and heads to work on a skyscraper construction site. It highlights the importance of work in a community, showcasing the various skilled workers involved in building the skyscraper and their contributions. Ed's job not only provides for his family but also gives him a sense of pride and achievement. The narrative emphasizes that every worker plays a vital role in maintaining the city's functionality and growth, illustrating the interconnectedness of different jobs in meeting community needs.

Keywords
Ed Kimble, structural iron worker, skyscraper construction, community, skilled workers, pride, achievement, importance of work, family, city growth

More in Social Studies Series

  1. Early Settlers of New England
  2. Water Power 1930
  3. THE BUILDERS 1931
  4. Defending the city's health 1937
  5. SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE 1939
  6. BRAZIL 1940
  7. Chile 1940
  8. ARGENTINA 1941
  9. City water supply. 1941
  10. HOW OUR NEIGHBORS LIVE 1941
  11. AIRPLANE CHANGES OUR WORLD MAP 1942
  12. COMMUNICATION 1942
  13. The Industrial Revolution 1942
  14. New England Town 1660, Call Of The Frontier. 1969
  15. Why Fathers Work 1969

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Sources

  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, format, color, sound, genre, description
  2. Wikidata · Q140316925 ↗ — copyright
  3. 16mm Filmography editors — creator, catalog record, video

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