Governor Haydon Burns Walt Disney Press Conference (November 15, 1965)

Excerpt of original film where Governor Burns introduces Walt and Roy Disney at a press conference announcing plans for Disney World, and Walt tells of their enthusiasm toward the new Disney facility in Florida. The complete film begins with the arrival by limousine of Governor Burns and Walt Disney at the Cherry Plaza Hotel (no sound). They indicate that the initial investment will top California, saying that the facility is in the planning stages and will take three years to open. Governor Burns mentions working out tax questions. Disney will not reveal plans, but mentions market surveys that played a part in the choice of Florida as the location. More aspects are discussed, including the number of tourists, vehicle traffic and roads, and Disneys impact on Florida.
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it's wonderful that the people of florida gave walt disney a warm welcome