Albert WarnerÕs speech at the Motion Picture Pioneers dinner in 1951

The speaker begins by acknowledging the audience and expressing gratitude for the honor given to him and his brothers as pioneers of 1951. He pays tribute to his brother Sam, who played a significant role in their achievements but is absent. The speaker humorously addresses the potential length of the speeches and his reputation for brevity. He shares a personal anecdote about horse racing, highlighting the costs involved. The speech concludes with a note of gratitude and a light-hearted remark about the best news he's received in years.

What did the speaker express gratitude for at the beginning of the speech?

Who did the speaker acknowledge as not being present during the speech?

What was the speaker's intention regarding the length of their speech?

What did the speaker hope for in terms of future events?

What was the speaker's relationship to the horse mentioned in the speech?