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“Hearts & Stars” was produced for the Hooven & Allison Company of Xenia, Ohio, in the 1940's. The 40-minute film features ropemaking footage from inside the H&A.

Nearly forgotten for over 50 years, the 16mm film reel was discovered in Bill Hagenbuch’s basement during the making of “Ropewalk”. Numerous film clips are included in “Ropewalk: A Cordage Engineer’s Journey Through History”.

The original “Hearts & Stars” reel is now archived at the Greene County Public Library in Xenia, Ohio.

Use the “Play” arrow at left to view “Hearts & Stars” in five parts. The film appears in its entirety as an extra feature on the Ropewalk DVD .

Trailer | Synopsis | Hearts & Stars | Fiber for Rope and Twine | Industry on Parade: Ropewalk