| ABOLISH THE SLUMS Neville Chamberlain lays foundation stone for block of flats which should begin to relieve problem of slum housing in Bethnal Green. | ||
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| This clip is not available for streaming at this time. Please contact WPA. | Tape Master: | 5404 |
| Catalog #: | 54470 | |
| Clip Number: | 54470-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | G 1599 | |
| Timecode: | 01:53:50 - 01:55:08 | |
| Location: | London | |
| Year Shot: | 1929 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | No | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | BUILDINGS: Slums/Tenements CEREMONIES: Cornerstones / Foundation stone LOCATIONS/EUROPE: UK, England, London PERSONALITIES: Chamberlain, Neville SOCIAL SERVICES: Housing, Low Income | |
| Description: | ABOLISH THE SLUMS! Mr Neville Chamberlain lays foundation stone of new block of flats, first step to solve slum problem in crowded Bethnal Green. London. M/S as the foundation stone is blessed by a clergyman, others stand around it. M/S as it is lowered into position. Neville Chamberlain taps it with a trowel then makes a speech. M/S of the slum houses with washing hanging outside, various shots. L/S of people on platform applauding Mr Chamberlain. | |
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