The Middleton Family at the New York World’s Fair

This drama illustrates the contribution of free enterprise, technology, and Westinghouse products to the American way of life. The Middleton Family at the New York World's Fair pits an anti-capitalist bohemian artist boyfriend against an all-American electrical engineer who believes in improving society by working through corporations. The Middletons experience Westinghouse's technological marvels at the Fair and win back their daughter from her leftist boyfriend.

Memorable moments: the dishwashing contest between Mrs. Modern and Mrs. Drudge; Electro, the smoking robot; and the Westinghouse time capsule.

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Posted By: Paul - Sun Apr 11, 2021
Category: Fairs, Amusement Parks, and Resorts | Family | Technology | Bohemians, Beatniks, Hippies and Slackers | 1940s

Comments

Bohemian?? I thought this would be the 1939 New York World's Fair. After scanning the video, I guess the dude with the bow tie is this villain. True, you have to watch out for those characters. (Girls wearing bow ties are safe, however.)

Posted by Virtual in Carnate on 04/11/21 at 11:14 AM

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