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Color it Clean

1966/19 min 18 sec/54 shots

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This 1966 University of Illinois film demonstrates the detailed work required to keep public restrooms clean and odor-free. Featuring university janitor Hance Nelson and his colleagues, it explores janitorial training, teamwork, independence, professional skill, and pride in maintaining campus buildings.

Provenance and rights

Original producer: University of Illinois, Motion Picture Service
Collection: Prelinger Archives
Original title: Color it Clean
Date: 1966-01-01T00:00:00Z
Original link: Open on Internet Archive
Rights: public_domain

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