The Marxist-Leninist Party has a strong presence in Kerala, having dominated its government for several decades
State University of New York at Buffalo.
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Ballots in India are marked with symbols rather than words for political parties. The hand on the Indian flag represents the Forward Bloc.
Campaign poster reading "Make LDF [Left Democratic Front] candidate G Sudhakaran win." This type of writing is normally found all over the state at the time of local elections
Recycling ad: "Old steel, aluminum and brass items will be taken"
This is an advertisement of a recycler who buys different metals. Thousands of Indians make their living by gathering and/or selling recycled material. The advertisement is placed in front of a cardboard piece which is partially covering a mannequin for an umbrella company.
Sign reads: Gurucharanam Saranam, Santhigiri Ayurveda Heritage, Kuttamangalam (P.O), Kainakari, Alapuzha, Ph. 9287272086, 9288172096, Tradational [sic] Panchakarma Treatments, Relaxation Massage, Pizhichil/Njavarakizhi, Sirodhara, Facepack
Sreevinayakan Sreekaamakshi Amman temple
This elaborate South Indian temple is dedicated to Ganesha, one of the most popular gods in Hinduism. According to Wikipedia, "Ganesha is widely revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences and the deva of intellect and wisdom. As the god of beginnings, he is honored at the start of rituals and ceremonies."
Both Hindu and Christian figures stand in this home altar
The city of Cochin once hosted a significant Jewish population, mostly involved in trade.
Cross-dressing is used in Kathakali performances. Males play female roles.
A billboard about a political party's show of power
This poster refers to the Maoist branch of the Communist Party of India. It reads, “CPI(M) Ernakulam district meeting January 6, 7, 8 2012 in Paravur. Red army parade, history exhibition, cultural programs, seminars, rally consisting of 100,000 people, public meeting.” Paravur lies on the Indian Ocean coast, a picturesque area frequently visited by tourists. The CPI(M) is one of several Communist factions in India.
Drivers and owners paint symbols on their trucks, intended to bring good luck on the road.
This 50-kilo bag of rice is headed 'Authentic Indian podha [flattened rice], … genuine.'
Billboard advertising political party rally
This poster refers to the Maoist branch of the Communist Party of India. It reads, “CPI(M) Ernakulam district meeting January 6, 7, 8 2012 in Paravoor. Red army parade, history exhibition, cultural programs, seminars, rally consisting of 100,000 people, public meeting.”
Tourists man the lines of Chinese-style fishing net
Tombstone of former Dutch governor's wife.
Translation of text on tombstone: Here rests Miss Lea Vander Kouter, Housewife of the Mr. Commander Isaac Van Dielen, [who] died the 29th October anno 1688, at the age of 32 years less a few hours and Lea Geertuida Van Dielen both their daughter [who] died the previous November old three years and 5 months
Side of Chhatrapati Shivaji Train Terminus
Originally named after Queen Victoria, this terminus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was built in 1877, showing multiple stylistic influences. The station's name was changed to its present one in March 1996 and it is now known simply as CST (or CSTM).
Paisley floor tile, inside fancy Taj Mahal hotel
Sunset Mumbai minaret for Haji Ali mosque
The sign reads: New Mumbai Khopoli Bhayander Relax Kalyan
Barack and Michelle Obama's signatures in the Visitors Book in Gandhi's office
"What I object to, is the 'craze' for machinery, not machine as such.... The supreme consideration is man. The machine should not tend to make atrophied the limbs of man."
"Let us forget 'I am a Hindu you a Muslim' or "I am a Gujarati, you a Madrasi.' Let us sing 'I' and 'mine' in a common Indian nationality."
"A niqab...is a cloth that covers the face as a part of sartorial hijab. It is worn by some Muslim women in public areas and in front of non-mahram men, especially in the Hanbali Muslim faith tradition." (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niqab)
"Paan...is a preparation combining betel leaf with areca nut and sometimes also with tobacco. It is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. After chewing it is either spat out or swallowed." (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paan)
Universities and colleges -- Social aspects
Buildings -- New York (State) -- Buffalo -- 1930-1940
Silent black and white film depicting students, staff (including Chancellor Samuel P. Capen) on UB Main Street (South) Campus in winter.
University Archives Historical Film Collection
University at Buffalo. University Archives
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Bulls Football Game with Brooklyn College [incomplete]
Football -- New York (State) -- Buffalo --1950-1960
Black and white, silent film showing a portion of a UB Bulls football game with Brooklyn College.
Student Demonstration outside Hayes Hall
Student strikes -- New York (State) -- Buffalo
Student protesters -- New York (State) -- Buffalo
Silent black and white film depicting students demonstrating outside of Hayes Hall, blocking the entrances.
State University of New York at Buffalo -- Football
Black and white film with sound showing highlights from the Buffalo Bulls 1968 football season.
Black and white, silent film showing Sacred Heart College baseball practice. The players are shown demonstrating pitching, fielding ground and fly balls, various grips and swings of the bat, base running, and sliding into base.
1965 Spring Weekend (Moving Up Day) Parade
Student activities -- New York (State) -- Buffalo
Silent color film depicting Moving Up Day parade floats and court with brief shot of President Clifford Furnas.
1962 Spring Weekend (Moving Up Day) Parade
Silent color film depicting the Moving Up Day Parade floats and crowd.
University at Buffalo advertising and promotional film
Universities and colleges -- Promotional films
Color film featuring an advertisement for the University.
Silent color film depicting the 1957 Homecoming game featuring footage of Buster the Bull, the football game, marching band, Homecoming Queen Joan Arhardt, cheerleaders and the crowd attending the game.
Campus planning -- New York (State) - Buffalo
Commencement ceremonies -- New York (State) -- Buffalo -- 1950-1960
Silent color film depicting the outdoor Commencement ceremony held in front of Lockwood Library. Includes campus scenes, and the different phases of the construction of Hochstetter (now Wende) Hall.
1957 Spring Weekend (Moving Up Day) Parade
Color film with intermittent sound (some unsynced to film) depicting the Moving up Day parade including floats, trophy presentations and Clifford Furnas announcing Moving UP Day Queen Susan Cutler. The Queen makes brief remarks. Also see Film0213: includes the same footage.
Inauguration speech by President Martin Meyerson
Sound reel featuring Meyerson's inauguration speech
see also Inauguration of President Martin Meyerson, Part II: Film0551.
UB Glee Club and Band Recordings and the Cornerstone Laying Ceremony for Baird Hall
Color film with sound (some intermittent) depicting the UB Glee Club and UB Band. Also footage of the cornerstone laying ceremony for Baird Hall including remarks from Clifford Furnas, Richard H. Heindel, Alexander Schneider (Budapest String Quartet), William Baird and Cameron Baird, UB Council Chair Seymour Knox and footage of a portrait of Frank B. Baird.
1958 Spring Weekend (Moving Up Day) Parade
Color film with sound depicting the narrated Moving Up Day Parade featuring the Moving Up Day/Spring Weekend Queen Faith Tusky and court, UB Marching Band and parade floats.
Main Street (South) campus scenes and construction
Buildings -- New York (State) -- New York -- 1960-1970
Silent black and white film featuring scenes of buildings and students around campus and construction.
Silent black and white film depicting Homecoming weekend. The beginning of the film shows a night time pep rally featuring cheerleaders, the UB Marching Band, a bonfire, football coach Dick Offenhamer and players. Also game footage of the homecoming football game at Rotary Field, the UB Marching Band performing and Homecoming Queen Carolyn Cooper arriving by helicopter.
Commencement ceremonies -- New York (State) -- Buffalo -- 1960-1970
Silent black and white film featuring a graduation procession and gathering in the 1960s
Joan Baez Interview, Jazz Trio and the Fenton Lecture Speaker
Silent black and white film depicting students talking to an African American man (Fenton Lecturer?), a Jazz trio performance (see also Film0133) and and interview of Joan Baez.
Silent black and white film featuring scenes from around the campus (many of signage) and the Law School as well as a reception with President Clifford Furnas.
Student movements -- New York (State) -- Buffalo -- 1970
Silent color film featuring police on campus during the 1970 campus unrest event.
Silent black and white film featuring police on campus during the 1970 campus unrest event.
Move-in day at UB and freshmen orientation
College freshmen -- New York (State) -- New York
Silent black and white film featuring freshmen on move-in day and orientation.
Oscar Silverman with Samuel Capen Portrait
Silent black and white film featuring Oscar Silverman, Director of the Libraries, and a portrait of Chancellor Samuel Capen.
Silent black and white film depicting people dancing while an orchestra plays. Also footage of a folk band playing at what seems to be a separate event.
Silent black and white film featuring students on campus and visiting the University bookstore.
Lionel Hampton and Main Street (South) Campus construction
Silent black and white film featuring a performance by Lionel Hampton and building construction on the South Campus (possibly of a dorm building).
President Clifford Furnas speaks about the Music Department
University of Buffalo -- Music Department
Furnas, C. C. (Clifford Cook), 1900-1969
Color film featuring Clifford Furnas reciting a letter and praising the University's music department.
Sound strip of baseball camp games (1:35), and boxing match (9:15).