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Universal Newsreels, Release 70, March 25, 1942
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Universal Newsreels, Release 70, March 25, 1942

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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Dwight Eisenhower, and war materials.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 70, March 25, 1942

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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Dwight Eisenhower, and war materials. UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL (illegible text) JAPS EVACUATED FROM COAST LOS ANGELES--Japanese by the hundreds are rooted from their homes and taken inland in a giant exodus to prevent possible sabotage of defense plants and installations along the Pacific. NEWS FROM "DOWN UNDER" AUSTRALIA--Prime Minister Curtin's dramatic warning t... This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Dwight Eisenhower, and war materials. UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL (illegible text) JAPS EVACUATED FROM COAST LOS ANGELES--Japanese by the hundreds are rooted from their homes and taken inland in a giant exodus to prevent possible sabotage of defense plants and installations along the Pacific. NEWS FROM "DOWN UNDER" AUSTRALIA--Prime Minister Curtin's dramatic warning that all Australians will work--or else--comes as Jap hordes poise for invasion blow!--Hospital ship at Darwin is hit by Jap bombs!--Another destroyer is launched, and children's home at Sydney has novel air-raid shelter! U. S. "GUERILLAS" ORGANIZE TILLAMOOK, ORE.--One thousand men-folk of this Coast town have formed a hard-hitting defense unit to deal with enemy invaders. HAWAII BUSINESS MEN TRAIN HONOLULU, T.H.--A corps of 1,200 business men is training to help in the island's defense. And famed Waikiki Beach is now in war-time dress! MULE PACK UNIT PACKS "KICKS" FORT BRAGG, N.C.--The 4th Field Artillery Battalion has hundreds of mules that transport howitzers to noisy maneuvers in the hills. POLISH LEADER VISITS F.D.R. WASHINGTON, D.C.--General Sikorski, leader of Poland-in-Exile, calls in President Roosevelt after his arrival from Montreal. GREEK RELIEF SHIP READY NEW YORK, N. Y.--Loaded with tons of flour, medicine and other supplies for the starving Greeks, the ship "Sicilia" is blessed in quaint ceremonies. CITY'S 3RD SCRAP DRIVE ON (Exclusive) DAYTON, OHIO--The city's third "Scrap the Jap" campaign starts, with Scouts and others rounding up tons of the precious scrap metal. ARMY PICKS HEALTHIEST BOY GOVERNORS ISLAND, N. Y.--Army doctors examine finalists in Boys Club contest and pick 15-yr.-old Raymond Zambito as the healthiest boy in New York. FISHING FLEET HIT BY BAN BOSTON, MASS. -- Alien fishermen who for years have failed to become citizens are idle following stringent ban to prevent fifth column work at sea. VOL. 15--70 with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C. Show more Show less
Date Written / Recorded
1942
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1942-03-25, 1942
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
War materiel, Navies, 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 93, June 15, 1942
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Universal Newsreels, Release 93, June 15, 1942

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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and rubber.
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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
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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. Show more Show less
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 139, November 23, 1942
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Universal Newsreels, Release 139, November 23, 1942

in Universal Newsreels, Release 139 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 3 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, films and filmmaking, and Harold Stassen.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 139, November 23, 1942

in Universal Newsreels, Release 139 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 3 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, films and filmmaking, and Harold Stassen.
Date Written / Recorded
1942
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1942-11-23, 1942
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
War materiel, Women in workforce, Film and films, Navies, Governors, 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 937, December 17, 1940
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Universal Newsreels, Release 937, December 17, 1940

in Universal Newsreels, Release 937 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 13 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and the manufacturing industry.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 937, December 17, 1940

in Universal Newsreels, Release 937 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 13 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and the manufacturing industry. UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL DEFENSE CHIEF WARNS OF ARMS DELAY NEW YORK, N. Y.--WILLIAM KNUDSEN, DEFENSE COMMISSIONER, TELLS THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MANUFACTURERS THAT THE U. S. IS LAGGING BEHIND 30 PER CENT IN ITS ARMS RACE, ESPECIALLY AS TO THE PROMISED 1,000 PLANES A MONTH BY MARCH, 1941. HE CALLS FOR A SPEED-UP BY INDUST... This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and the manufacturing industry. UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL DEFENSE CHIEF WARNS OF ARMS DELAY NEW YORK, N. Y.--WILLIAM KNUDSEN, DEFENSE COMMISSIONER, TELLS THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MANUFACTURERS THAT THE U. S. IS LAGGING BEHIND 30 PER CENT IN ITS ARMS RACE, ESPECIALLY AS TO THE PROMISED 1,000 PLANES A MONTH BY MARCH, 1941. HE CALLS FOR A SPEED-UP BY INDUSTRY AND LABOR! F. D. R. BACK FROM DEFENSE TRIP CHARLESTON, S. C.--Pres. Roosevelt ends his two-week "defense" tour of Caribbean bases, disembarking at the Navy base here. He faces growing demands at home for a speed-up of U. S. preparedness efforts. CAPITAL RITES FOR AMBASSADOR WASHINGTON, D. C.--The U. S. Capital pays final tribute to Lord Lothian, popular British envoy who died suddenly after a short illness. High administration and government leaders attend impressive funeral rites. NEWEST BOMBER "TOPS" IN TEST BALTIMORE, MD.--Known simply as the B-26, a new Martin bomber undergoes trials for acceptance by the Army. It has a tail turret, four-bladed propellors, and is said to be the fastest of its type in the world. ARMY ENGINEERS BUILD BRIDGE FORT KNOX, KY.--Modern warfare requires speed and action. That's what you get when engineers of the armored force build a pontoon bridge across the Ohio River, to transport tanks and troops to the other side. LAUNCH NEW AIRCRAFT CARRIER NEWPORT NEWS, VA.--A milestone in U. S. naval expansion is the launching of the new U. S. S. Hornet, swift new plane carrier designed to carry 83 planes. Mrs. Frank Knox, wife of Navy chief, does the honors. "FRIDAY 13TH CLUB" DEFIES JINX (Exclusive) PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Walking under ladders, breaking mirrors and doing other "bad luck" things on Friday the 13th doesn't faze members of this anti-superstition club. They try 'em all at a goofy luncheon in the Zoo! GOLFERS VIE FOR SILVER DOLLARS MIAMI, FLA.--A host of top-notch golfers in a pre-season tournament, for ten thousand dollars in silver. They turn "cartwheels" to win, but Byron Nelson takes first prize--all in cash. He hits the "jackpot"! OKLAHOMA CAGERS TOP C.C.N.Y. NEW YORK, N. Y.--"Big Time" basketball for "Big Town" fans, with the championship "Aggies" from the Southwest walloping the local quintet, 32-24, in a thrilling battle in Madison Square Garden. VOL. 12--NO. 937 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
1940-12-17, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
William S. Knudsen, 1879-1948, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
William S. Knudsen, 1879-1948, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Manufacturing industry, War materiel, 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 938, December 19, 1940
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Universal Newsreels, Release 938, December 19, 1940

in Universal Newsreels, Release 938 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Franklin Roosevelt, and war materials.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 938, December 19, 1940

in Universal Newsreels, Release 938 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Franklin Roosevelt, and war materials. UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL LABOR CHIEFS PLEDGE DEFENSE AID WASHINGTON, D. C.--Leaders of both A. F. of L. and the C.I.O. tell the nation that their organizations are 100 per cent behind defense efforts. William Green says there will be no unnecessary strikes, while Philip Murray says the C.I.O. has a plan to speed up production. 38... This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Franklin Roosevelt, and war materials. UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL LABOR CHIEFS PLEDGE DEFENSE AID WASHINGTON, D. C.--Leaders of both A. F. of L. and the C.I.O. tell the nation that their organizations are 100 per cent behind defense efforts. William Green says there will be no unnecessary strikes, while Philip Murray says the C.I.O. has a plan to speed up production. 38 DEAD IN MEXICAN WRECK IGUALA, MEXICO--The worst railroad disaster in Mexican history takes a terrible toll in dead and injured. A 19-car work train, out of control rounding a turn, plunged into a gorge, ending up in shattered wreckage below. WINDSORS SAIL AFTER U. S. VISIT MIAMI, FLA.--America's visit of royalty ends, as the Duke and Duchess of Windsor leave on the yacht, "Southern Cross," for Nassau. The Duchess is well again, thank you, after a tooth operation. ARMY GETS N(illegible text)W SEARCHLIGHTS SCHENECTADY, N. Y.--First of a big order for billion-candle-power searchlights for the Army are completed at the General Electric plant. These new "Aladdins" can pick up a plane flying 25,000 feet up! DUTCH PRINCESS VISITS F. D. R. WASHINGTON, D. C.--Princess Juliana of Holland, royal refugee who fled her homeland to Canada, is met by Dutch Minister Loudon and Undersecretary of State Welles, as she arrives for a visit at the White House. INDIANS GAIN BY ANCIENT TREATY AKRON, N. Y.--Quaint ceremonies mark the annual fulfillment of a treaty made with the Indians in 1794. "Braves" and "Squaws" of the Seneca tribe receive an allotment of cloth from the government--and go into a dance! SNOW CARNIVAL IS GALA FETE ALTA, UTAH--Colorful scenes at Alta's first snow carnival, high in the Utah "Rockies." Our cameraman got frost-bitten and his camera froze getting these pictures--but it was worth it, you'll agree! MEXICANS WORSHIP PATRON SAINT LA VILLA, MEXICO--Impressive scenes as 150,000 devout Catholics gather from all parts of the country to worship at the shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe, the Mexican patron saint. FILM STARS AT GALA PREMIERE (Exclusive) SANTA FE, N. MEX.--A bevy of screen talent is on hand for the premiere of the Western epic, "Santa Fe Trail." Errol Flynn, Rita Hayworth and others! Wait until you see them in a snow-fight--and on the ski run! YOUNG SLUGGERS MIX IT IN RING NEW YORK, N. Y.--Action galore marks the finals of the Diamond Belt bouts at Madison Square Garden. Youthful sluggers let go with a barrage of "rights" and "lefts" that will delight all fisticuff fans! VOL. 12--NO. 938 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
1940-12-19, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Labor and unions, Manufacturing industry, War materiel, Presidents, Labor unions, 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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