1967 Christmas Seals PSA - Walter Brennan

Format: 16mm

Archive ID: 0729

Notes: [Walter Brennan]May I hand on to you a tradition that I've grown up with. It's a tradition that is colorfully linked with the holidays. For 60 years Christmas Seals have added a touch of special meaning to every Christmas. Those little seals that have kept me and my family company over the years come holiday time, have also given me the opportunity and the privilege to help in the fight against tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases. We've done good work in those years. But so much still waits for us. And so may I add my voice for the many. Please answer your Christmas Seal letter when it arrives and get those seals to pretty up every letter or card and every gift could you send on. Each little seal is a message of hope. And what better message can you send during the Christmas holidays. So answer your Christmas Seal letter immediately and may your holiday be of health and happiness. And I want to personally thank you for letting me be here. And God bless you all.[/end] ffn029-4-psa-1968-03-christmas-seals-1967-walter-brennan

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The still features Walter Brennan, an older man with a serious expression, seated in a living room setting. He wears a button-up shirt with suspenders, conveying a classic, nostalgic look. The background includes a plant and bookshelves, creating a warm, domestic atmosphere. This PSA promotes the tradition of using Christmas Seals, emphasizing their significance during the holiday season.

00:00:00.000 — The still features Walter Brennan, an older man with a serious expression, seated in a living room setting. He wears a button-up shirt with suspenders, conveying a classic, nostalgic look. The background includes a plant and bookshelves, creating a warm, domestic atmosphere. This PSA promotes the tradition of using Christmas Seals, emphasizing their significance during the holiday season.

The 16mm still from the 1967 Christmas Seals PSA featuring Walter Brennan showcases a collage of colorful Christmas-themed illustrations. The designs include festive imagery such as Christmas trees, trains, and various holiday decorations. These visuals reflect the tradition of using Christmas Seals to spread holiday cheer and support charitable causes. The overall tone of the still is warm and nostalgic, capturing the essence of holiday spirit.

00:00:40.607 — The 16mm still from the 1967 Christmas Seals PSA featuring Walter Brennan showcases a collage of colorful Christmas-themed illustrations. The designs include festive imagery such as Christmas trees, trains, and various holiday decorations. These visuals reflect the tradition of using Christmas Seals to spread holiday cheer and support charitable causes. The overall tone of the still is warm and nostalgic, capturing the essence of holiday spirit.

The still features Walter Brennan sitting down and speaking directly to the audience. He appears earnest and sincere, dressed in a simple button-up shirt with suspenders. The background includes soft furnishings and curtains, contributing to a warm, homey atmosphere. The context suggests he is discussing the importance and tradition of Christmas Seals, emphasizing their longstanding significance in his family's holiday celebrations.

00:00:50.117 — The still features Walter Brennan sitting down and speaking directly to the audience. He appears earnest and sincere, dressed in a simple button-up shirt with suspenders. The background includes soft furnishings and curtains, contributing to a warm, homey atmosphere. The context suggests he is discussing the importance and tradition of Christmas Seals, emphasizing their longstanding significance in his family's holiday celebrations.

Film Transcript / Subtitles

May I hand on to you a tradition that I've grown up with? It's a tradition that is colorfully linked with the holidays. For 60 years, Christmas seals have added a touch of special meaning to every Christmas. Those little seals that have kept me and my family company over the years come holiday time, have also given me the opportunity and the privilege to help in the fight against tuberculosis and other respiratory diseases. We've done good work in those years, but so much still waits for us. And so, may I add my voice for the many? Please answer your Christmas seal letter when it arrives. And get those seals to pretty up every letter, card, and every gift package you send on. Each little seal is a message of hope. And what better message can you send during the Christmas holidays? So answer your Christmas seal letter immediately. And may your holiday be one of health and happiness. And I want to personally thank you for letting me be here. God bless you all.