1968 (circa): Butler County Fair #2
Identifier
F.2015-04-0002
Date Of Production
circa 1968
Abstract
At the Butler County Fair, the camera focuses on a variety of goods to be sold for The Grange — a semi-religious fraternal organization most prevalent in agricultural communities. The footage portrays prized goods such as hand-crafted decor items, paintings and clothing.
Description
The footage begins by depicting an array of colorfully woven blankets and cloths. The camera continues to feature holiday decorations, handmande pillows, centerpieces, tapestries, and paintings. A vendor can be seen showing off the blue award ribbon on her prized rug. The camera switches to show people examining all the neatly arranged goods.The film concludes with a man presenting a variety of sketches for sale.
Run Time
3 min 39 sec
Format
Super-8mm
Extent
50 feet
Color
Color
Sound
Silent
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Genre
Form
Subject
Related Collections
Related Places
Main Credits
Dockum, Robert R. (is filmmaker)
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