Jam Handy Organization (JHO)

Classic holiday tale about a flying reindeer who helps Santa Claus. An interpretation of Robert L. May's 1939 Christmas poem, this animated short was created to run in theaters to advertise Montgomery Ward department stores, publisher of the original story.

Shows the interdependence of all workers, jobs, and mechanization in the manufacturing process from raw materials to finished product, focusing on the car industry, and argues that this leads to greater personal independence and freedom.

Advertising short for Chevrolet combining live action and animation. The film relates the story of Gilbert Willoughby, who, exasperated by his stubborn boxspring mattress, imprudently wishes for the disappearance of springs. Coily, the animated spring sprite, grants his wish, and Gilbert is bedeviled by once-familar appliances that no longer function. Apolo­gizing to Coily, Gilbert acknowledges the contribution of springs to daily life, especially in the Chevrolet.

An educational one-reeler for elementary aged children demonstrating the concept of American free-enterprise. The film utilizes wooden toys designed and animated by Goldman, all set to a music box-ish xylophone score by Jam Handy musical director Samuel Benavie and narration by notable commentator Lowell Thomas.

A musical animated journey through the fascinating history of soup.

An educational film / Chevrolet advertisement that surveys skywriting.

The story of America's railroads and the conglomeration of lines that comes together to connect the cities across the land.

Portrays all Americans as makers, with a rich tradition of pride in workmanship and satisfaction of needs.

Tour of an auto parts and accessories factory climaxing with a stop-motion product parade.

Insider's view of the 1930s radio studio showing the production of dramatic sound effects.

Producer's synopsis: "This picture shows how professional models -- beautiful girls -- are used in making up magazine covers. A Chevrolet is shown on the magazine cover, emphasizing its beauty."

Innovations in the bowling world are featured in this 1960 promotional film produced by American bowling equipment manufacturer Brunswick.

Documentary short film showing the production of cars at a Chevrolet factory in the mid 1930s.

A visiting young man prefers the household electrical appliances over the teenage daughter!

An angel and a devil try to persuade a borderline wholesale bakery salesman to their side.

The Household Finance Corporation presents An Evening with Edgar A. Guest produced by the Jam Handy Organization. A schoolboy is trying to memorize a poem for a school event. Unbeknownst to him and his companion, Mr. Guest overhears them. He hears of their plight and explains the poem to them. The next evening, he is the guest of honor at a poetry reading contest.

Comedian Edgar Kennedy teaches a driving safety lesson.

A corporate history of the Coca-Cola Company.

Prom rules and regulations

Rube Goldberg looks for a perfect Perpetuum Mobile design, while petroleum and internal combustion engine technologies open new frontiers.