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United News, Release 109, 1944
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. The Republican Convention in Chicago (Governors Bricker, Dewey, Landon, and Warren; Representative Joseph W. Martin; Chairman Harrison E. Spangler; Senator Taft; Wendell Willkie). 2. Members of the new Italian cabinet; U.S. soldiers, including Gene...
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in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
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This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. The Republican Convention in Chicago (Governors Bricker, Dewey, Landon, and Warren; Representative Joseph W. Martin; Chairman Harrison E. Spangler; Senator Taft; Wendell Willkie). 2. Members of the new Italian cabinet; U.S. soldiers, including General Mark Clark, attend mass. 3. President Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill of Rights; rehabilitation activities of servicemen. 4. 70,000 C...
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. The Republican Convention in Chicago (Governors Bricker, Dewey, Landon, and Warren; Representative Joseph W. Martin; Chairman Harrison E. Spangler; Senator Taft; Wendell Willkie). 2. Members of the new Italian cabinet; U.S. soldiers, including General Mark Clark, attend mass. 3. President Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill of Rights; rehabilitation activities of servicemen. 4. 70,000 Chinese laborers build an airfield in China.
UNITED NEWS
Produced by United Newsreel Corporation Released: June 30, 1944 Contents Sheet No. 109
1. REPUBLICANS NOMINATE DEWEY.
shows the Republican Convention in Chicago. Personages: Gov. Bricker, Gov. Dewey, Gov. Landon, Representative Joseph W. Martin, Chairman Harrison E. Spangler, Senator Taft, Gov. Warren, and Wendell Willkie.
2. NEW GOVERNMENT INSTALLED IN ROME.
shows members of the new Italian cabinet. U. S. soldiers, including Gen. Mark Clark, attend mass.
3. ROOSEVELT SIGNS "SOLDIERS' BILL".
Pres. Roosevelt signs the G. I. Bill of Rights. Shows rehabilitation activities of servicemen.
4. CHINA BUILDS AIRFIELDS FOR B-29 BOMBERS.
70,000 Chinese laborers build an airfield in China.
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1944-06-30, 1944
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Topic / Theme
Air Force bases, Construction, Government aid, Political conventions, Veterans (Armed services), World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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United News, Release 139, 1945
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 10 mins
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House; Harry Hopkins, Secretary and Mrs. Stimson, Secretary and Mrs. Forrestal, Secretary Ickes, Admiral King, Secretary and Mrs. Stettinius, General...
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in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 10 mins
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This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House; Harry Hopkins, Secretary and Mrs. Stimson, Secretary and Mrs. Forrestal, Secretary Ickes, Admiral King, Secretary and Mrs. Stettinius, General and Mrs. Marshall, Vice Presidents Wallace and Truman. 2. Demonstration of a sea rescue by a Coast Guard helicopter. 3. A Japanese air...
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House; Harry Hopkins, Secretary and Mrs. Stimson, Secretary and Mrs. Forrestal, Secretary Ickes, Admiral King, Secretary and Mrs. Stettinius, General and Mrs. Marshall, Vice Presidents Wallace and Truman. 2. Demonstration of a sea rescue by a Coast Guard helicopter. 3. A Japanese airbase on Puerto Princesa Island is bombed. 4. Ice breakers clear a path across Lake Michigan and men tie down airplanes on an aircraft carrier during a typhoon. 5. The 38th Infantry Division fights in Burma; General Daniel I. Sultan.
UNITED NEWS
Produced by United Newsreel Corporation RELEASED: JANUARY 26, 1945. Contents Sheet No. 139
1. PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT INAUGURATED.
Script is available.
F.D.R. takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House. Personages: Harry Hopkins, Sec. and Mrs. Stimson, Sec. and Mrs. Forrestal, Sec. Ickes, Adm. King, Sec. and Mrs. Stettinius, Gen. and Mrs. Marshall, Vice Presidents Wallace and Truman.
2. SEA RESCUE BY HELICOPTER.
demonstrates a sea rescue by a Coast Guard helicopter.
3. JAPANESE AIRBASE HIT BY ALLIES IN PHILIPPINES.
a Japanese airbase on Puerto Princesa Island is bombed.
4. MEN AND SHIPS BATTLE WEATHER.
ice breakers clear a path across Lake Michigan and men tie down airplanes on an aircraft carrier during a typhoon.
5. ALLIED BURMA DRIVE CONTINUES.
the 38th Inf. Div. fights in Burma. Shows Gen. Daniel I. Sultan.
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Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1945-01-26, 1945
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Ice floes, Inaugurations, Military defeats, War, Heads of state, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 129, October 19, 1942
in Universal Newsreels, Release 129 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 6 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Air Force, Harry S. Truman, and taxation.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 129 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 6 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Air Force, Harry S. Truman, and taxation.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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CONVOY TO RUSSIA GETS THROUGH
Huge United Nations convoy is attacked by Nazis' bombers off Scandinavian north capes. A terrific battle ensues, but the enemy is finally driven off.
DECKHOUSE CRASHES ON SHIP
VANCOUVER, WASH. -- When the rigging snapped, a 3-story pre-fabricated deckhouse t...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Air Force, Harry S. Truman, and taxation.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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CONVOY TO RUSSIA GETS THROUGH
Huge United Nations convoy is attacked by Nazis' bombers off Scandinavian north capes. A terrific battle ensues, but the enemy is finally driven off.
DECKHOUSE CRASHES ON SHIP
VANCOUVER, WASH. -- When the rigging snapped, a 3-story pre-fabricated deckhouse that was being lowered on to a new Liberty Ship crashed, but did little damage except to the deckhouse.
GREATEST TAX BILL IN HISTORY
WASHINGTON, D. C.--With the greatest tax bill in the history of the United States about to be passed, Senator George and Congressman Doughton speak for the men who have labored to keep the nation's economy sound.
MEET SERGEANT BUDDY BARKER
SOMEWHERE-IN-AUSTRALIA -- First Aussie to join the American Army is Buddy Barker, a dog . . . who is ceremoniously elevated to a sergeancy PDQ as a reward for his victorious all-out offensive against the camp mice.
IRISH UPSET HIGH-FLYING SEAHAWKS
SOUTH BEND, IND.--A scrappy Notre Dame team refuses to be impressed by the superior record of a mighty Iowa Pre-Flight eleven, and goes on to upset the dope by a score of 28-0.
TEEN-AGE BOYS RUSH TO COLORS
NEW YORK CITY--Following the President's message to Congress about the necessity of lowering the draft age to 18, thousands of young men rush to the enlistment headquarters in Grand Central Palace to line up for the duration.
FLOOD WATER MENACES CAPITAL
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Swollen by excessive autumnal rains, the old Potomac overruns its banks--and the gravest flood in Washington's history threatens the national capital, and leaves 2,000 homeless in nearby Maryland and Virginia.
VOL. 15--129
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Date Written / Recorded
1942
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1942-10-19, 1942
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Laws and legislation, Legislators, Taxation, Presidents, Armed forces, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 361, January 4, 1945
in Universal Newsreels, Release 361 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 10 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about legislators and national government.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 361 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 10 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about legislators and national government.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
NAZI SPIES SEIZED IN U. S. A.
The F.B.I. apprehends William Colpaugh, an American, and Erich Gimpel, a Nazi, both of whom had graduated from Nazi saboteur schools in...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about legislators and national government.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
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NAZI SPIES SEIZED IN U. S. A.
The F.B.I. apprehends William Colpaugh, an American, and Erich Gimpel, a Nazi, both of whom had graduated from Nazi saboteur schools in Europe, then landed in Maine by submarine.
Their equipment included a short wave radio, forged credentials, Colt automatics, a camera, and $60,000 in American currency.
79TH CONGRESS OPENS
WASHINGTON, D.C.--The new congress convenes after various personalities are greeted on the steps of the capitol. From Idaho, Senator Glen Taylor and family sing "The Senatorial Blues"--they can't find a place to live.
CAPTURE OF LUBLIN
After the Russians and a detachment of Polish troops viciously attack Lublin -- where thousands of defenceless Poles had been massacred by the Nazis--they enter the Polish city.
THE ORANGE BOWL
MIAMI, FLA.--Tulsa vs. Georgia Tech furnishes hundreds of thrills to 30,000 fans. Freshman star, Perry Moss, sparks Tulsa with his sensational long and short passes, while Fullback Camp Wilson applies the crusher with a sensational 90 yard run through the entire Tech team. Broyles' passing is outstanding for Tech. Final--Tulsa 26, Ga. Tech 12.
THE SUGAR BOWL
NEW ORLEANS, LA.--72,000 fans see Duke and Alabama put on the top bowl game of the day. The passing of Alabama's freshman Harry Gilmer, and the speed of his entire team are sensational, but Duke's bruising, driving power returns the Blue Devils a 29 to 26 win over Alabama.
VOL. 18--361
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Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Albert A. Grobe, 1909-1990
Date Published / Released
1945-01-04, 1945
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Albert A. Grobe, 1909-1990
Topic / Theme
Legislators, National government, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 366, January 22, 1945
in Universal Newsreels, Release 366 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and heads of state.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 366 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and heads of state.
Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1945-01-22, 1945
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Presidents, International relations, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, U.S. Invades Luzon, January 9, 1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 367, January 25, 1945
in Universal Newsreels, Release 367 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government agencies, government appointees, government budget, and postwar reconstruction.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 367 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 9 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government agencies, government appointees, government budget, and postwar reconstruction.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
WALLACE VS. JONES
Since ex-V.P. Henry Wallace desires to become Sec. of Commerce in F.D.R.'s new cabinet, the in...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government agencies, government appointees, government budget, and postwar reconstruction.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
WALLACE VS. JONES
Since ex-V.P. Henry Wallace desires to become Sec. of Commerce in F.D.R.'s new cabinet, the incumbent, Jesse Jones, is forced to resign.
The latter appears at hearings before the Senate Commerce Committee which is considering the George resolution to divorce the R.F.C. agencies from Dept. jurisdiction.
Mr. Jones outlines the qualifications and background which he deems essential in one who aspires to head the lending agencies which deal in billions. Mr. Wallace appears in defence of the present arrangement, and states that he would make loans available for the small borrower as well as the large.
U. S. ROBOT BOMBS
(First pictures . . . an inside story)
We are permitted to reveal many of the features of the manufacture of America's robot bombs. Their jet propulsion engines are built in Detroit. And at Dayton and Toledo, all elements are assembled into the finished robot--"buzz"-bomb. Then from a long slanting ramp on a proving ground, they roar into the distance.
WACS FOR HOSPITALS
Colonel Hobby and Surgeon General Kirk confer as a call is issued for 103 WAC Medical Units. Enlistees will serve at U.S. Army's 60 General Hospitals, in the care and rehabilitation of wounded soldiers.
CHURCHILL IN ATHENS
Winston Churchill, heavily guarded, motors through Athens to engage in talks with local leaders, which ultimately led to the armistice in Greece.
NORFOLK, VA. FIRE
Fire starting in the Navy Yard Annex, spreads to adjacent piers, injuring nearly a hundred in its destructive path.
YANKS IN CHINA
Gen. Albert Wedemeyer, Commandant of U.S. forces in China, makes an inspection tour of American installations . . . At Chungking, Ambassador Patrick Hurley presents his credentials to Chiang Kai-Shek.
TRIPLE NIPPLES
WEYMOUTH, MASS.--The MacLeod triplets all cry for their milk at the same time--and get it. Dad's ingenious bottle rack does it.
VOL. 18--367
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Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1945-01-25, 1945
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Henry A. Wallace, 1888-1965, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Henry A. Wallace, 1888-1965
Topic / Theme
Government budget, Government agencies, Government appointees, Postwar reconstruction, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 536, September 10, 1946
in Universal Newsreels, Release 536 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 9 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about James Byrnes setting U.S. policy for Germany, a merchant seamen strike, and Jesus Pinero, governor of Puerto Rico.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 536 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 9 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about James Byrnes setting U.S. policy for Germany, a merchant seamen strike, and Jesus Pinero, governor of Puerto Rico.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
BYRNES SETS FIRM POLICY FOR GERMANY
STUTTGART--The U. S. Secretary of State, in a f...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about James Byrnes setting U.S. policy for Germany, a merchant seamen strike, and Jesus Pinero, governor of Puerto Rico.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
BYRNES SETS FIRM POLICY FOR GERMANY
STUTTGART--The U. S. Secretary of State, in a firm bid for post-war settlement of the German question, urges that the Big Four let the Germans form a central government, but he says that U. S. troops will stay as long as there are occupation forces in Germany.
STRIKES TIE UP U. S. PORTS
All U. S. ports are crippled by shipping strike as unions stand firm on dispute over pay rise. In Seattle, picket lines parade on piers and hundreds of ships are idle.
NEW YORK--These films of the shipping strike show idle ships and seamen, as government officials and union heads seek solution of crippling tie-up that threatens our entire economy.
PUERTO RICO INAUGURAL
SAN JUAN--The inauguration of native-born Jesus T. Pinero as governor of the West Indian possession is a landmark for dependent peoples of the world. Interior Secretary Krug and former Governor Tugwell attend the impressive ceremonies.
MISS AMERICA OF 1946
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.--Emerging from the tumult and the shouting (and the judging) as the comeliest of them all, Miss Marilyn Buferd of Los Angeles is crowned Miss America. Yes, she is tall, dark and gorgeous.
U. S.--MEXICO POLO
WESTBURY, L. I.--In thrilling chukkers, the American polo team of Phipps, Smith, Iglehart and Perkins rides roughshod over the Gracidas brothers from Mexico. Several falls keep the fans on edge.
VOL. 19--536
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Albert A. Grobe, 1909-1990
Date Published / Released
1946-09-10, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
James F. Byrnes, 1882-1972, Albert A. Grobe, 1909-1990
Person Discussed
James F. Byrnes, 1882-1972
Topic / Theme
Government policy, International relations, Cold War, 1945-1989, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 539, September 19, 1946
in Universal Newsreels, Release 539 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 9 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about foreign policy, displaced persons, and the celebration of Korean liberation from Japan.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 539 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 9 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about foreign policy, displaced persons, and the celebration of Korean liberation from Japan.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
WALLACE SPEECHES CURBED
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Commerce Secretary Wallace, following his soft-terms-for-Russia spee...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about foreign policy, displaced persons, and the celebration of Korean liberation from Japan.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
WALLACE SPEECHES CURBED
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Commerce Secretary Wallace, following his soft-terms-for-Russia speech, goes to the White House, where he agrees to cancel further talks for the present.
PARIS, FRANCE--Secretary of State Byrnes, whose dealings with foreign powers have put the U.S. in the van of those nations combatting the spread of Communism, is shown during an important meeting with his advisory staff.
KOREANS HAIL FREEDOM
SEOUL, KOREA--Hailing the first anniversary of their liberation from the Japs thousands of Koreans jam the city to witness an impressive parade by U. S. Occupation forces and native troops.
DISPLACED PERSONS CAMP
UPPER AUSTRIA--Fifteen hundred refugees of Jewish descent live in this UNRRA-sponsored camp at Admont, dreaming of the day when they can go to Palestine. They raise most of the food they eat.
SPECTACULAR TRAIN WRECK
KANSAS CITY, MO.--Flames fed by a gas and oil from tank cars turn the wreck of a 76-car freight into a raging inferno that burns fiercely for many hours. Spectacular night blaze is seen for miles around.
JET PLANE TOPS 600 M.P.H.
MUROC ARMY BASE, CAL.--An XP-84 "Thunderjet," latest jet-propelled fighter plane, sets a new U. S. record of 619 miles per hour during thrilling speed runs. Unofficially, the mark set was higher than world's record.
HERMIT'S VIEWS ON LIFE (Exclusive)
ADIRONDACK MTS., N.Y.--Noah Rondeau, a barber who gave up his shears 33 years ago, has been living the life of a recluse. And he enjoys himself. He prefers living alone: He says women "Talk too much!"
VOL. 19--539
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-09-19, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Henry A. Wallace, 1888-1965, James F. Byrnes, 1882-1972
Topic / Theme
Government policy, International relations, Cold War, 1945-1989, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 806, September 13, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 806 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the special session of Congress called to discuss the Embargo Act and the Neutrality Act.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 806 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 8 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the special session of Congress called to discuss the Embargo Act and the Neutrality Act.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 806
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
F.D.R. CALLS SPECIAL SESSION
WASHINGTON, D. C.--IN A MOVE OF FAR-REACHING IMPORTANCE TO THE U.S., PRES. ROOSEVELT SUMMONS CONGRESS FOR A SPECIAL SESSION, AT WHICH, IT IS BELIEVED, STRINGENT PHASES OF THE ARMS EM...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the special session of Congress called to discuss the Embargo Act and the Neutrality Act.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 806
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
F.D.R. CALLS SPECIAL SESSION
WASHINGTON, D. C.--IN A MOVE OF FAR-REACHING IMPORTANCE TO THE U.S., PRES. ROOSEVELT SUMMONS CONGRESS FOR A SPECIAL SESSION, AT WHICH, IT IS BELIEVED, STRINGENT PHASES OF THE ARMS EMBARGO MAY BE REPEALED.--MEANWHILE, SENATORS NYE AND THOMAS ARGUE THE "PROS" AND "CONS" OF THE EMBARGO, AND GEN. HUGH JOHNSON WARNS THE NATION TO STAY OUT OF EUROPE!
NEW YORK, N. Y.--ANSWERING THE PRESIDENT'S CALL FOR MORE NAVAL RESERVES, RECRUITING GOES ON AT A BRISK PACE!--HUNDREDS OF PATRIOTIC RED CROSS WORKERS MAKE BANDAGES TO HELP SUFFERERS IN WAR-TORN EUROPE.
U-BOAT SURVIVERS REACH PORT
HALIFAX, N. S.--The War's first sea-victims, 220 survivors of the ill-fated liner Athenia, torpedoed and sank by a Nazi submarine, arrive on the S.S. City of Flint, after a harrowing crossing through sub-infested waters.
TANKS ENTRAIN IN RECORD TIME (Exclusive)
WOODSIDE, N. Y.--Units of the 7th Cavalry Brigade (Mechanized)--110 speedy combat cars and 48 half-track vehicles--leave for their Ft. Knox base aboard 77 flat cars. The speedy "Iron Horses" require only 17 minutes for the task!
GIANT BLAST SPEEDS NEW DAM (Exclusive)
HIWASSEE, N. C.--Spectacular scenes as a 30,000 pound explosion of nitromon goes off with destructive fury, loosening thousands of tons of granite for dam construction. A 200-foot wall comes tumbling down!
JAP GOODWILL FLIERS ARRIVE
NEWARK, N. J.--The Japanese long-distance plane, and its crew of six, which took off from Tokyo on a World tour, lands at Newark Airport. Deputy Mayor Fox greets the fliers and a goodwill toast is drunk in champagne.
MACHINE SPEEDS TOMATO PICKING (Exclusive)
LANCASTER, PA.--Here's an amazing device that saves wear and tear on tomato pickers, and many hours as well. Workers recline in special hammocks and pluck the juicy tomatoes as the vehicle travels along!
ITALIAN LINER RISKS OCEAN TRIP
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Her white sides bearing huge Italian flags, the S.S. Roma casts off after a long stay and sails for home, protected from dangers threatening ships of warring nations, by Italy's neutral stand in the World War.
BIG LOG DRIVE STARTS ON COAST
FORT BRAGG, CALIF.--To meet the war crisis demand for California Redwood, daring woodsmen scale 250 foot trees before they are "topped" and rolled down along chute to the lakes below.
INDIANS GET SALMON BY THE TON
CELILO FALLS, ORE.--With a big "run" on, thousands of "brave" fishermen make a record haul as the fish try to get by the falls. The spot is reserved for Indians--no "palefaces"--and they catch 'em with nets and books by the ton.
VOLUME XI -- 1939
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Date Written / Recorded
1939
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1939-09-13, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Gerald Prentice Nye, 1892-1971, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Gerald Prentice Nye, 1892-1971
Topic / Theme
National government, Neutrality, War, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 912, September 18, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 912 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 11 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the military draft.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 912 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 11 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the military draft.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 912
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
PRES. ROOSEVELT SIGNS DRAFT BILL
WASHINGTON, D.C.--With the signing by the President of the unprecedented peace-time draft bill, the legislation intended to increase our armed forces becomes law. All men between 21 and 35 must register on...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Eleanor Roosevelt, and the military draft.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 912
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
PRES. ROOSEVELT SIGNS DRAFT BILL
WASHINGTON, D.C.--With the signing by the President of the unprecedented peace-time draft bill, the legislation intended to increase our armed forces becomes law. All men between 21 and 35 must register on October 16th.
HISTORY REPEATS ITSELF!
Pictures taken over 20 years ago show Newton D. Baker, then War Secretary, drawing out the first draft capsule --that started America's great rush to arms!
NATIONAL GUARD UNITS INDUCTED
Epochal scenes in U. S. history, as 60,500 Guardsmen from 26 states are called to active duty, first step in putting an army of one million men in arms by 1941.
FORT DIX, N. J.--The largest military center in the New York area hums with activity, as workers rush construction of new barracks to house thousands of Guardsmen and draftees.
WILLKIE BLASTS F.D.R. IN SPEECH
COFFEYVILLE, KANSAS--In the town where he taught school as a young man, the G.O.P. candidate attacks the Roosevelt administration in a dynamic speech that draws great applause.
LAY KEEL FOR NEW BATTLESHIP
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Uncle Sam's "Two Ocean" Navy comes nearer reality, as work is started on the new 45,000-ton super-dreadnaught, the U.S.S. New Jersey. Former Navy Secretary Edison takes part in the ceremonies.
SAILORS AND MARINES PARADE
SAN DIEGO, CALIF.--Secretary of the Navy Knox inspects the Marine Base and Naval Training Station, witnessing an impressive display by "gobs" and "Leathernecks," equipped with the latest weapons for defense.
F.D.R. LEADS BANKHEAD RITES
JASPER, ALA.--Pres. Roosevelt leads the nation in solemn rites for Speaker of the House William Bank-head, who succombed to a recent illness. His home town turns out to pay last respects at impressive burial rites.
OUTDOOR COLLEGE TEACHES GRACE
PETERBORO, N. H.--Beauty and grace can be yours, too--but it's hard work! Pretty students of Sargent College, of Boston University, demonstrate new technique for health and charm. Dancing and poses on the lawn --ah, me!
DIVING STARS SHINE IN MEET
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--It's a thrilling sight to see crack highboard champs, including former Olympic stars, in action at a National A.A.U. meet. Mermaids, too, take part in the exhibition of crack diving.
COMEDY TEAM IN SOFTBALL TILT
MAMARONECK, N. Y.--The cast of "Hellzapoppin." Broadway comedy hit, take on a Robt. Ripley team in a softball game--and what a goofy event it is. The players are well-known--but their antics are new! And how!
VOLUME XII -- 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-09-18, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884-1962
Topic / Theme
Laws and legislation, Military draft, First lady, Legislatures, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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