Wheeling WV local PSA from 1975 - Abuse Alert

Shotlist & Visual Analysis

The film still depicts a man in a suit standing in an urban setting, possibly near a bus station or public transit area, with a row of telephone booths visible in the background. The camera angle is slightly low, emphasizing the subject against the backdrop of a bustling city environment.

00:00:00.000 — The film still depicts a man in a suit standing in an urban setting, possibly near a bus station or public transit area, with a row of telephone booths visible in the background. The camera angle is slightly low, emphasizing the subject against the backdrop of a bustling city environment.

The still depicts an office setting with several men engaged in various tasks, highlighting a central figure in a suit who stands and addresses the camera. The environment is bustling yet focused, indicative of a 1970s workplace atmosphere.

00:00:18.819 — The still depicts an office setting with several men engaged in various tasks, highlighting a central figure in a suit who stands and addresses the camera. The environment is bustling yet focused, indicative of a 1970s workplace atmosphere.

The film still features a blue background with bold yellow text reading 'ABUSE ALERT' followed by a contact number, emphasizing the urgency of the message. The straightforward camera angle focuses directly on the text, aiming to convey important information clearly and effectively.

00:00:25.926 — The film still features a blue background with bold yellow text reading 'ABUSE ALERT' followed by a contact number, emphasizing the urgency of the message. The straightforward camera angle focuses directly on the text, aiming to convey important information clearly and effectively.

The image is a black screen with the text 'In16mm.com' displayed prominently. There are no visible subjects or setting elements, and the camera angle is not applicable in this context since it features only text on a solid background.

00:00:30.797 — The image is a black screen with the text 'In16mm.com' displayed prominently. There are no visible subjects or setting elements, and the camera angle is not applicable in this context since it features only text on a solid background.

Film Transcript / Subtitles

If you're in the Wheeling, West Virginia area and you suspect a child is 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.