Sandy Powell 1931

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Titles read: 'Sandy Powell Varieties. "Sandy, M.P."'

London (probably Pathe Studio).

Various shots of comedian Sandy Powell, standing before a small table and making a speech as a politician. Men sitting around make comments, ask questions and cheer as he sets out his policies. He...

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Sarah
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Sound
Media URN:
37324
Sort Number:
PT 064
Time in/Out:
01:06:39:00 / 01:10:42:00
Canister:
PT 064
Film ID:
1066.05
Issue Date:
15/06/1931

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