Wheeling, WV Child Abuse PSA - 1970's

Shotlist & Visual Analysis

The still features a medium shot of a man in a suit standing on a sidewalk next to a row of telephone booths. The scene is set outdoors, indicating a public area. The image appears to be from a 1970s PSA focused on child abuse, with a muted color palette typical of that era. A 'Not For Broadcast' label suggests it was intended for private use or screening.

00:00:00.000 — The still features a medium shot of a man in a suit standing on a sidewalk next to a row of telephone booths. The scene is set outdoors, indicating a public area. The image appears to be from a 1970s PSA focused on child abuse, with a muted color palette typical of that era. A 'Not For Broadcast' label suggests it was intended for private use or screening.

The still depicts a woman in a vintage setting, sitting at a desk and speaking on a telephone. She appears engaged and serious. The background features wooden paneling, and she is holding a pencil, seemingly taking notes. The overall tone suggests a focus on communication and concern, fitting the context of a child abuse PSA from the 1970s. The text 'Not For Broadcast' indicates that this is likely an archival image.

00:00:10.577 — The still depicts a woman in a vintage setting, sitting at a desk and speaking on a telephone. She appears engaged and serious. The background features wooden paneling, and she is holding a pencil, seemingly taking notes. The overall tone suggests a focus on communication and concern, fitting the context of a child abuse PSA from the 1970s. The text 'Not For Broadcast' indicates that this is likely an archival image.

The still shows a 1970s office scene in Wheeling, WV, likely a newsroom or public service setting. A man in a suit stands among people working at desks, engaging with them. The atmosphere appears serious, reflecting the gravity of the child abuse topic addressed in the PSA. The environment has a vintage look, with mid-century office design elements and subdued lighting.

00:00:18.819 — The still shows a 1970s office scene in Wheeling, WV, likely a newsroom or public service setting. A man in a suit stands among people working at desks, engaging with them. The atmosphere appears serious, reflecting the gravity of the child abuse topic addressed in the PSA. The environment has a vintage look, with mid-century office design elements and subdued lighting.

The still features a simple blue background with the text 'ABUSE ALERT' prominently displayed in yellow. Below it, a phone number '1-800 642-8595' is provided for reporting child abuse. A note at the top indicates that the content is 'Not For Broadcast.' The design is straightforward and aimed at raising awareness about child abuse.

00:00:25.926 — The still features a simple blue background with the text 'ABUSE ALERT' prominently displayed in yellow. Below it, a phone number '1-800 642-8595' is provided for reporting child abuse. A note at the top indicates that the content is 'Not For Broadcast.' The design is straightforward and aimed at raising awareness about child abuse.

The still features a simple black background with white text that reads 'In16mm.com.' This format suggests a focus on vintage film, possibly related to the preservation or showcasing of 16mm film content, including public service announcements from the 1970s, specifically addressing child abuse in Wheeling, WV. The overall aesthetic is minimalist and suggests a transitional medium, highlighting the era of the film.

00:00:30.797 — The still features a simple black background with white text that reads 'In16mm.com.' This format suggests a focus on vintage film, possibly related to the preservation or showcasing of 16mm film content, including public service announcements from the 1970s, specifically addressing child abuse in Wheeling, WV. The overall aesthetic is minimalist and suggests a transitional medium, highlighting the era of the film.

Film Transcript / Subtitles

If you're in the Wheeling, West Virginia area and you suspect a child as being mistreated or abused, you can help. All you have to do is pick up the telephone and dial toll-free. Here in Charleston, West Virginia, a Salvation Army worker will receive your call. The message you give the Salvation Army will be passed on to the people at the Department of Welfare in your area. From this point, aid is administered to the child you've helped. So why not give us a call? 1-800-642-8595. 1-800-642-8595.