Early 1900s Movies

1904, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

1904, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

This gives a panorama of the Village of Isebwald and entrance to Interlaken from the deck of a steamer on Lake Brienz. The famous Geissbach falls...

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

1905, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

1909, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

1. Lake steamer leaving Lucerne. 2. Panorama of Lucerne Lake front. 3. The picturesque Village Weggis. 4. The oldest Chalet at Trieb. 5. Brunnen -...

This opens with a view of the upper falls and great viaduct of the mountain railway, showing ascending and descending cars, and then a close view of...

1905, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

A curious incident which happens in early summer when the cattle are taken to the high pastures for three months.

The spectacular railroad panorama in the Alps, taken from a train passing through various tunnels, and over the great Wassen Loops.

1902, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith

1902, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith

1902, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith

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

1902, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith

1904, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.

Also showing Cortina mountain and general surroundings.

1904, cinematography by Frank Ormiston-Smith.