"Roll - Bowl - Or Pitch - " 1931

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"The popularity of Skittles in Germany demands huge Skittle Alleys, where the skill of the players is no less than their enthusiasm."

C/U of group of skittles. High angle shot of the bowling alley. Closer shot showing players and their bowling balls. A woman plays closest to the camera. Various...

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Cataloguer:
Jenny
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Mute
Media URN:
16806
Sort Number:
EP 220
Time in/Out:
01:06:32:00 / 01:08:53:00
Canister:
EP 220
Film ID:
946.04
Issue Date:
10/09/1931

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