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Universal Newsreels, Release 63, March 2, 1942
in Universal Newsreels, Release 63 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 10 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Dwight Eisenhower, and submarines.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 63 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 10 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Dwight Eisenhower, and submarines.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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U-BOAT KILLS FORTY OFF N. J.
OFF ATLANTIC COAST--Mistaken by the watch on the tanker R. P. Resor for a fishing boat as it approached with lights ablaze, a submarine torpedoes and sets fire to the ship, and all are lost but two crew members.
ARMY AIR FORCE ON THE ALERT
PACIFIC NORTHWES...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Dwight Eisenhower, and submarines.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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U-BOAT KILLS FORTY OFF N. J.
OFF ATLANTIC COAST--Mistaken by the watch on the tanker R. P. Resor for a fishing boat as it approached with lights ablaze, a submarine torpedoes and sets fire to the ship, and all are lost but two crew members.
ARMY AIR FORCE ON THE ALERT
PACIFIC NORTHWEST.--Crack fliers in the strategic defense areas of the Pacific coast have extensive daily maneuvers to prepare them for any eventuality. If the Japs come--the reception will be warm.
HOLLYWOOD BOWS TO OSCAR
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.--The annual award of the Academy trophies for outstanding pictures, actresses and actors of the year hits a military note with many in uniform and a sombre note predominating.
MORE ARMS PRODUCTION NEEDED
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Ordered by the President to increase the speed of arms production, Donald M. Nelson outlines key measures which include a 168-hour week for every machine to rush more and more to our armed forces and Allies.
SHOW PEACETIME JAP INTRIGUE
WASHINGTON, D.C.--The Dies Committee releases information to reveal long-time Jap spying prior to Pearl Harbor and steps in their well laid plans to stab the United States in the back.
TOKLE SETS NEW SKI RECORD
IRON MOUNTAIN, MICH.--The Flying Norwegian, Torger Tokle, sets a new National mark off this world's largest artificial ski jump. His jump of 289 feet breaks his own mark set last year.
3-YEAR-OLD CHAMP BEATEN AGAIN
MIAMI, FLA.--Alsab, running again as a three-year-old, winds up third as Requested, the horse he beat consistently last year, wins the $35,000 Flamingo and establishes himself as a Kentucky Derby favorite.
R.A.F. BLASTS NAZI STRONGHOLDS
SOMEWHERE IN EUROPE --Intrepid Royal Air Force pilots take off from secret bases in England to do some amazing bombing and strafing on the continent. Actual pictures show the heartening results.
BASEBALL TRAINING IS ON
MIAMI, FLA.--The New York Giants get their spring training underway as all the baseball clubs head south to iron out those kinks before the season starts, war or no war.
VOL. 15--63
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1942
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1942-03-02, 1942
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Sinking ships, Submarines, Presidents, 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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Universal Newsreels, Release 93, June 15, 1942
in Universal Newsreels, Release 93 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 2 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and rubber.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 93 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 2 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and rubber.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
CHURCHILL IN AMERICA!
WASHINGTON, D. C.--In an epochal move that may change the course of the war, Britain's war leader arrives for unprecedented meeting with President Roosevelt at the White House, possibly to discuss a unified Allied command to direct the forces now aligned against aggression.
BRITISH DR...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and rubber.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
CHURCHILL IN AMERICA!
WASHINGTON, D. C.--In an epochal move that may change the course of the war, Britain's war leader arrives for unprecedented meeting with President Roosevelt at the White House, possibly to discuss a unified Allied command to direct the forces now aligned against aggression.
BRITISH DRIVE DEEP INTO LIBYA
British Imperial forces, aided by the guns of warships, are driving deep into Axis-held territory. Many areas have been stormed and taken, and a steady stream of prisoners pours into Cairo.--In England, British women learn how to operate anti-aircraft finders and predictors.
MIDSHIPMEN "WAR CLASS" GRADUATED
ANNAPOLIS, MD.--547 new Ensigns are made in the Naval Academy's first "war class" since the World War.--Meanwhile, steady stream of new warships brings U. S. closer to Two-Ocean goal. A cruiser and destroyer slide down the way! Admiral Chester Nimitz is new head of Pacific Fleet.
AMERICA ON THE ALERT
Threats of attack by enemy planes and submarines spur defense measures on both coasts. In mass meeting in Chicago, thousands of workers pledge their services as air raid wardens!--The Governing Board of the Pan-American Union meets in Washington to lay plans for the anti-Axis conference in Rio!--Byron Price of the A.P. is sworn in as head of our new Censorship Bureau!--At Mitchel Field, L. I., 27 visiting Canadian Air Cadets get thrill inspecting American pursuit planes!--In Horn Lake, Miss., wreckers begin clearing tracks of debris of 28-car freight that left the rails!
NATION HONORS PILOT HERO KELLY
MADISON, FLA.--Colin P. Kelly, Jr., intrepid flier who gave his life after crippling a Jap warship off the Philippines, is honored at special church rites. His widow and infant son pose for newsreel pictures.
SWANKY SUNSHINE FASHIONS
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--Tropical treats to the eye are these latest styles for Southern strands, as shown by oh-so-lovely lassies. Swimming togs, play-suits and knick-knacks to help forget the blues!
VOL. 14--43
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1942
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1942-06-15, 1942
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Rubber industry, War materiel, Legislatures, Presidents, 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 917, October 7, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 917 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 12 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 917 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 12 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 917
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
PRESIDENT DEDICATES NEW SCHOOL
EAST PARK, N. Y.--Pres. Roosevelt officiates at the dedication of the Franklin D. Roosevelt School. Young people will be trained here, he says, "not for labor camps--but for intelligent exercise of the righ...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 917
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
PRESIDENT DEDICATES NEW SCHOOL
EAST PARK, N. Y.--Pres. Roosevelt officiates at the dedication of the Franklin D. Roosevelt School. Young people will be trained here, he says, "not for labor camps--but for intelligent exercise of the right to vote."
WILLKIE PLEDGES HELP TO LABOR
PITTSBURGH, PA.--The Republican campaigner gets a big ovation in Pittsburgh, where he promises to "clear out all "Reds" and their "fellow travelers" from the government. He pledges his efforts to maintain the rights of labor.
ON THE WAR FRONT
London Digs Out After Raid
Five weeks of ruthless bomb attacks finds London hard hit but ready for the worst! During a lull in air raids, streets are cleared and wrecked buildings searched for victims.
U. S. Destroyers Reach England
First of the over-age destroyers traded to Britain get a rousing greeting as they reach port. A welcome addition to the British fleet! Meanwhile, Prime Minister Churchill visits London docks to inspect air raid damage.
Young Survivors of U-Boat Sinking Safe
It's "thumbs up" by English kiddies who were rescued after a submarine torpedoed their evacuation liner, City of Benares. Many perished, but these survivors are happy to be alive!
MOVIE HONORS KNUTE ROCKNE
SOUTH BEND, IND.--The screen version of the life of Notre Dame's famed football mentor has a gala premiere, with scores of film celebrities on hand for the event. Pat O'Brien plays the role of Rockne.
MIDGET AUTO TESTED BY ARMY
BALTIMORE, MD.--Uncle Sam's "Doughboys" may ride to war in a tiny auto, the "Bantam," which holds three men and a machine gun, and can hit 60 M.P.H. The versatile car can "take it," too, as tests prove.
GRAND DUCHESS HERE ON CLIPPER
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Grand Duchess Charlotte, exiled ruler of Luxembourg, arrives from Portugal on the Yankee Clipper, with her mother, Princess Marie Ann. The Prince Consort and her children meet her at the pier.
GRIDIRON THRILLS OF THE WEEK
Tennessee Topples Duke, 13-0
KNOXVILLE, TENN.--A fighting, driving "Volunteer" team overpowers the favored "Blue Devils" in a thrilling battle before 42,000 fans.
Notre Dame Trounces Pacific, 25-7
SOUTH BEND, IND.--"Fighting Irish" power proves too much for the Pacific College gridders, who bow before the "Irish" by a big margin.
WORLD SERIES HIGHLIGHTS
Thrilling action scenes in the struggle between the Detroit "Tigers" and the Cincinnati "Reds," as the teams are tied on the eve of the crucial last-game test. Home runs galore, and both "nines" tied at three-all as they go into the final game!
VOLUME XII - 1940
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-10-07, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Election campaigns, Labor and unions, Legislatures, Presidents, Blitz, September 1940-May 1941, 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 918, October 9, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 918 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 918 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL RELEASE NO 918
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
ON THE WAR FRONT
ITALIAN FORCES INVADE EGYPT
SIDI BARANI, EGYPT--First, dramatic pictures of the Fascist drive into the Egyptian desert, with Alexandria as their goal. The flying cameraman photographs the attack on the town, as the Italia...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL RELEASE NO 918
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
ON THE WAR FRONT
ITALIAN FORCES INVADE EGYPT
SIDI BARANI, EGYPT--First, dramatic pictures of the Fascist drive into the Egyptian desert, with Alexandria as their goal. The flying cameraman photographs the attack on the town, as the Italian troops capture the bomb-scarred outpost.
THE POLITICAL ARENA
WILLKIE INVADES HAGUE BAILIWICK
JERSEY CITY, N. J.--The G.O.P. campaigner tours Northern New Jersey, and lashes out at Mayor Hague. Thousands jam Journal Square and give him a big ovation.
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Despite a heavy downpour, the Republican candidate drives through many sections of the city, speaking to huge throngs.
PRESIDENT INSPECTS ARSENAL
WATERVLIET, N. Y.--Continuing his tours of U. S. defenses, President Roosevelt visits the Government arsenal here, where work is rushed on guns and other military equipment.
LATIN ARMY HEADS SEE U.S. MIGHT
FORT BENNING, GA.--Military attaches of various South American nations are interested spectators as Uncle Sam puts on a bang-up display of armed might. Tanks, troops and guns in a spectacular review.
PARACHUTE TROOPS LEAP IN TEST
First U.S.-trained 'chute troops are "graduated" by the Army's parachute school--and jump for their diplomas in a thrilling exhibition.
1200 MARINES OFF FOR CUBA
NORFOLK, VA.--A detachment of Leathernecks embark on an Army transport for Winter training at Guantanimo Bay, Cuba. Later they may be sent to new U.S. naval bases at Bermuda, Trinidad and elsewhere.
NEW FASHIONS IN JERSEY SHOWN (exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The new luxury liner, SS. America, is the setting for parade of femininity, in a chic play display of Heller jerseys, showing a variety of sports and evening styles designed by leading fashion experts.
"VEILED PROPHETS" PARADE (exclusive)
ST. LOUIS, MO.--Colorful and mysterious is the 62nd annual parade of the city's famed organization, which stages a dazzling night spectacle of Oriental floats and costumed marchers--to thrill thousands!
THE "REDS" WIN WORLD SERIES
CINCINNATI, OHIO--THRILLS AND EXCITEMENT FOR YOU BASEBALL FANS, AS THE NATIONAL LEAGUE CHAMPS DEFEAT THE DETROIT "TIGERS" IN THE SEVENTH AND FINAL GAME OF THE SERIES TO ANNEX THE WORLD'S TITLE. WITH DERRINGER ON THE MOUND, THE "REDS" PUT OVER TWO RUNS TO ONE FOR DETROIT, AND WIN, FOUR GAMES TO THREE!
VOLUME XII - 1940
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-10-09, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Election campaigns, Legislatures, Presidents, Italy Attacks Egypt, September 13, 1940, 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 920, October 16, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 920 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Harry S. Truman, and the military draft.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 920 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Harry S. Truman, and the military draft.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 920
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
AMERICA PREPARES
16,500,000 REGISTER FOR DRAFT
Dramatic, historic scenes as millions of men between the ages of 21 and 36 rush to registration places throughout the nation to sign up for our peacetime conscription. A steady stream of nation...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Harry S. Truman, and the military draft.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 920
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
AMERICA PREPARES
16,500,000 REGISTER FOR DRAFT
Dramatic, historic scenes as millions of men between the ages of 21 and 36 rush to registration places throughout the nation to sign up for our peacetime conscription. A steady stream of national defense!
THE PRESIDENT'S DRAFT MESSAGE
WASHINGTON, D. C.--President Roosevelt issues a stirring message to the nation's manpower of draft age--calling on them to meet the challenge of the new World crisis and be ready to defend their country.
LATINS SEE U. S. "PANZER" UNIT
FORT KNOX, KY.--Uncle Sam's first Armored Division goes through its paces for twenty visiting South American army heads, now on a tour of U. S. defenses. The mechanized units stage an impressive display!
ARMY TRAINS MULES FOR WAR
FORT LEWIS, WASH.--Mechanized warfare threatened the lowly mule--but Uncle Sam still needs him to carry artillery equipment in mountain terrain. 500 bee-haws start training as pack mules for the 99th Field Artillery.
SHIP LAST SCRAP IRON TO JAPAN
SEATTLE, WASH.--On the eve of the embargo cutting off shipments of scrap metal to Japan, scores of freighters are loaded with the valuable junk for the Nipponese war machine. A last minute rush!
BIG U. S. FREIGHTER LAUNCHED
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.--Welcome defense news is the launching of the SS. American Leader, an electric-welded ship that cost over $2,000,000. It's a sideways debut for the great new vessel--and the cameraman has a field day!
WILLKIE ACCLAIMED IN BUFFALO
BUFFALO, N. Y.--Enthusiastic thousands greet the Republican candidate as he rides through crowd-jammed streets, to a monster rally at the new Memorial Stadium.
QUINTS HEAR TALK BY PRINCESS
CALLANDER, ONT.--Five little ears are glued to the Dionne radio, as Princess Elizabeth broadcasts to children of the Empire a stirring message of hope and cheer. And five little hearts are stirred!
FETE HONORS PIONEER HEROES (exclusive)
INDEPENDENCE, MO.--The Santa-Cali-Con Celebration is a colorful festival of old-time western heroes and legends. Natives in quaint costumes reenact old stories and impersonate characters of days gone by.
COTTON PICKING CONTEST HELD
BLYTHEVILLE, ARK.--Dixie's first annual National picking jamboree gets underway, with 132 nimble-fingered pickers from all over the South vieing for $1,000 in prize money. The winner is "Harry" Mason, 15, of Missouri.
"MIDDIE" GRIDDERS TOP PRINCETON
PRINCETON, N. J.--Held scoreless and trailing by six points at the half, the Navy Midshipmen came back with a rush to score twice in a thrill-packed third period and win, 12-6!
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
1940-10-16, 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, Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Military draft, Legislatures, Presidents, 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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