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Universal Newsreels, Release 412, December 4, 1935
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Universal Newsreels, Release 412, December 4, 1935

in Universal Newsreels, Release 412 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Franklin Roosevelt.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 412, December 4, 1935

in Universal Newsreels, Release 412 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Franklin Roosevelt. UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 412 ITALIANS CONTINUE ADVANCE MAKALE, ETHIOPIA.--Il Duce's legions push on, capturing the medieval city of Makale without firing a shot and placing new guns on the ancient fortress as their high command receives the submission of the natives. F.D.R.... This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Franklin Roosevelt. UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 412 ITALIANS CONTINUE ADVANCE MAKALE, ETHIOPIA.--Il Duce's legions push on, capturing the medieval city of Makale without firing a shot and placing new guns on the ancient fortress as their high command receives the submission of the natives. F.D.R. OPENS HOMES PROJECT PINE VALLEY, GA.--The President attends ceremonies for the inauguration of the first rural resettlement structures in the State. He welcomes the under-privileged settlers to the new farm homes built by the Government. GIRL GOES ON COTTON DIET GERMANTOWN, PA.--A pretty eighteen-year-old Miss is forced to munch sandwiches stuffed with cotton as the result of an accident in which she swallowed a straight pin. Doctors hope the fluffy material will envelop the pin. TINY PLANE ACTUALLY FLIES SHARONVILLE, O.--Although completely dwarfed by a normal-sized aeroplane, the $100 Department of Commerce contest entry of an inventor goes through all the paces required of a regular machine, offering a high margin of safety. BEAR WRESTLES DOG AND MAN NO. HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.--John Mars raises a black bear cub and a police dog together as pals. At the age of six, the 500-lb. bruin makes a tough mat opponent for his owner and for his sixty-pound friend, the dog. THRONG SEEKS FREE ULSTERS KANSAS CITY, MO.--A successful clothing merchant defies the arrival of cold weather by dealing out 750 warm overcoats to the poor or jobless. TALMADGE "ANSWERS" F.D.R. ATLANTA, GA.--The Governor of Georgia "replies" to President Roosevelt's recent speech on the state of the nation with a biting statement in which he attacks the Chief Executive's stand on agricultural control. PICK 4-H HEALTH CHAMPIONS CHICAGO, ILL.--Expert tests result in the selection of four boys and three girls as the healthiest among the million members of the 4-H Clubs scattered over twenty-one States. The winners are treated to a post-contest feast. "FIRST HOUSES" DEDICATED NEW YORK CITY.--State and municipal officials, accompanied by Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt, participate in the opening of Gotham's first city low-rent housing project, new home replacing dingy East Side tenements. PUPPETS SOLD AS XMAS GIFTS LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--A pair of sisters, expert marlonette manufacturers, put on amusing Christmas shows with their product, offering the life-like dolls as educational presents for youngsters. FILM CITY OPENS SANTA LANE HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.--The motion-picture capital's main thoroughfare becomes "Santa Claus Lane" for the Yule-tide period, with special lights and a big parade watched by 200,000 persons, to welcome St. Nicholas to the community. "THE TALK OF THE WORLD" Show more Show less
Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1935-12-04, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884-1962, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government aid, Public housing, First lady, Presidents, Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-1941, New Deal, 1933-1938, 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
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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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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
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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. Show more Show less
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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