Nostalgic Mid-Fifties slices of life and landscape in Philadelphia and its surrounding towns.

Features excellent color footage of Center City scenes, Philly neighborhoods, Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Mummers Parade, Levittown, port docks, factories in Camden, New Jersey, and many other subjects that can no longer be seen like Shibe Park, also known as Connie Mack Stadium (razed in 1976). Interesting note, the final game at Connie Mack Stadium was played on October 1, 1970, with the Phillies defeating the Montreal Expos 2–1 in 10 innings. The occasion was marred by souvenir hunters literally dismantling the stadium, even while the game was still in progress -- only in Philly !

Philadelphia in the 1950s was a bustling city with a thriving economy, a growing population, and a vibrant cultural scene. The city was home to a large number of businesses and factories, providing jobs for many residents. The population was also growing, as people moved to the city for work and to escape the rural areas. The cultural scene was lively, with a thriving music and arts scene. Philadelphia was known for its jazz clubs, theaters, and museums, and was a major hub for the arts in the 1950s. The City of Brotherly Love in the 1950s was a vibrant thriving city with a dynamic and exciting atmosphere.

Producer and Director: Cal Jones. Cinematographer: Ralph Lopatin. Writer and Narrator: Dick McCutchen.

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Presented for educational purposes.