Early 1900s Movies

A great variety of the Swiss snow sports are here shown. Commencing with toboganning round a steep circular descent, and next in increasing numbers...

The goats of the Grimsel are almost as famous as the Hospice itself, and form a most attractive picture among the bleak and desolate surroundings.

1907, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

This is an excellent and spirited picture of fine quality depicting the international curling contests in Switzerland, showing the Scotch champion...

1905, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

1906, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

Including several views of main streets with traffic, market scenes, steam tramways in Marientheresiaustrasse.

1. Panoramic View from the Acropolis. A fine view of modern Athens. 2. Mar's Hill. Probable site of St. Paul preaching to the Athenians. 3. A View of...

Much nerve is required by those who participate in this sport as some of the curves of the course are most acute and dangerous, especially at the...

Interlaken, as its name implies, is dependent to a large extent on the two beautiful lakes for much of its popularity. An interesting short panorama...

A thrilling incident showing a climber ascending a cleft or chimney by hanging on with his finger tips and pushing his back and knees into opposite...

1907, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

A party of tourists ascending to the peak of the Rigi find a fresh fall of snow covering the summit. They soon divided into battalions, and bombard...

1904, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

This includes the arrival of the old stage, the mail coach and diligence, and a motor car.

1902, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith

1907, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

Showing the peasants in their quaint costumes, which are only donned on Sundays and Festivals.

1904, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

Showing lady and gentleman climbers with guides negotiating difficult situations until finally their progress is stopped by a cow in their path which...