Motion Picture MP2006-30
Administrative Information
Footage from the William M. Rigdon collection at Georgia Southern University, who retained the original films. This film deals with the visit of President Franklin D. Roosevelt to "Hobcaw", the home of Bernard M. Baruch near Georgetown, South Carolina. President Roosevelt is not seen in this film, though surrounding scenery and the grounds of Hobcaw are filmed.
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Shot List
- Reel 1
| 00:18 | Home movie documenting President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s visit to “Hobcaw,” Mr. Bernard M. Baruch’s Barony near Georgetown, South Carolina. President Roosevelt is not seen in the film. | |
| 00:32 | A sign entitled “Georgetown” gives a description of its history. | |
| 01:08 | “Lafayette” heads a sign. It also bears a description. | |
| 01:23 | Along the picturesque roads about Mr. Baruch’s estate. | |
| 01:55 | “Hobcaw” – with its beautiful grounds, bright azaleas and moss-covered oaks. | |
| 04:04 | Three men sit outside talking. Two dogs play in the grass. | |
| 04:44 | On the beach at “Arcadia” (Vanderbilt plantation) about five miles south of Pawley’s Island, South Carolina. A dog, possibly Fala, can be seen digging in the sand. | |
| 06:15 | Sign: “Prince George’s Parrish Church Winyah” There is also a description. The Coast Guard Control Base is shown. | |
| 06:53 | Fishing in the reaches of Winyah Bay and off the South Carolina coast near the “Hector Wreck.” | |