TR, Mayor Mitchel, Governor Charles Whitman of New York, and Myron Herrick, 1917

This documentary provides a close-up view of New York Governor Charles S. Whitman, former Ohio Governor Myron T. Herrick, and New York City Mayor John P. Mitchel. It was filmed on August 30, 1917, as these leaders reviewed a parade of New York National Guardsmen from the balcony of the Union League Club.

The film notably features Theodore Roosevelt, who steps forward to acknowledge the crowd during the event. This moment highlights the political landscape of the time and showcases the prominent figures involved in the governance of New York during World War I. Collectors of historical documentaries may find this film significant for its portrayal of early 20th-century American political life and military support efforts in a time of global conflict.