A long tracking shot of a building interior containing large boring machines and finishing lathes; workers preparing and pouring molten steel into ingot molds.
The cornerstone of Strawbridge & Clothier's new Wilmington, DE branch is layed on a chilly November day. Speeches are given to a group of spectators and reporters before the cornerstone is officialy put into place. Includes appearances by Thomas E. Brittingham, Jr., President of Metropolitan Merchandise Marts, Inc., Dwight G. Perkins, President of Strawbridge & Clothier, and Robert E. Strawbridge, Chairman of the Board of Strawbridge & Clothier.
