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Universal Newsreels, Release 79, September 28, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 79 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 10 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about bombings, communism, and railroads.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about bombings, communism, and railroads.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 79
HAIL FLIERS' ARRIVAL; SAVED IN MID-OCEAN AFTER 6 DAYS AFLOAT
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NEW YORK, N. Y. -- After an epochal rescue by the motorship Belmoira, Fernando de Costa, Willy Rody and Christian Johanssen are transferred to the Norwegian liner Stavangerfjord which carries them here--the unachieved goal...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about bombings, communism, and railroads.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 79
HAIL FLIERS' ARRIVAL; SAVED IN MID-OCEAN AFTER 6 DAYS AFLOAT
(151)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- After an epochal rescue by the motorship Belmoira, Fernando de Costa, Willy Rody and Christian Johanssen are transferred to the Norwegian liner Stavangerfjord which carries them here--the unachieved goal of their flight from Lisbon. Exclusive pictures at sea chronicle this event. Brought to this city by steamship, the German aces and their Portuguese companion are heartily welcomed. Only de Costa shows effects of the mis-adventure. Suffering from injuries received in the crash of the Junkers monoplane, and from the effects of starvation he is carried ashore, there to await quick recovery from his hurts.
REDS BLAMED FOR DEATH OF 22 IN TRAIN BOMBING
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TORBAGY, Hungary -- The Budapest-Vienna express is wrecked when an explosion, attributed to anti-capitalists, blows up a viaduct, derailing the crack flier. Hampered by wreckage, rescue workers experience difficulty saving the injured and extricating the bodies of the dead in six of the cars that were hurled into a deep ravine. Three other coaches hang over the snapped structure of the bridge and three remain on the tracks. Notes found on the device that caused the disaster credit the outrage to radical propagandists.
GOVERNOR DECLARES MARTIAL LAW IN WAR AGAINST "COW TESTS"
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TIPTON, Ia. -- Belligerent farmers, refusing to submit their cattle to tuberculin examinations, bring on an invasion of Cedar County by 1,500 troops to enforce the order. Ranchers, who have successfully withstood the advances of deputy sheriffs, watch the militia surround pastures, set up machine guns, and encourage veterinarians to perform their duty. Soldiers, equipped for battle, patrol the highways, as an outbreak is narrowly averted.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
BEVERLY HILLS, Cal. -- Archer emulates William Tell! -- Chester Seay + bow-and-arrow + apple = applesauce.
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POMONA, Cal. -- Modern milkmaids vie in annual tourney! -- Maurine Hamann sets new record of 11 1/2 pounds in 3 minutes.
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HUNGRY BEGGAR MOB STORMS RICH ESTATE IN FOOD DOLE DEMAND
(63)
CALCUTTA, India -- Unable to restrain the impelling pangs of starvation, the angry tattered horde overflows the barrier separating one of the city's richest families from the outside world. Through the gates the excited throngs swarm and request aid as they over-run the vast grounds. Meeting the threat with an issue of food the crowd is routed, and the tenants of the place are spared.
DAYLIGHT SAVING IN DISCARD AS AUTUMN BRINGS SHORTER DAYS
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NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Half the city is caught unawares and the rest do not care, as the clocks go back and everybody gets the hour returned that was loaned out last spring. Guides such the Metropolitan Tower, the Colgate dial and other famous time-pieces check up hundreds who pay little attention to such things, and who find themselves at engagements and business, sixty minutes ahead of schedule.
BORDER PATROL NABS VICIOUS SMUGGLERS IN SURPRISE ATTACK SPECIAL
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EL PASO, Texas -- Spotting a desperate band of law-breakers, crossing the Rio Grande from Mexico, a squad of the frontier defense service prepares to outwit the outlaws. The group is armed and ready for a fight to a finish to get their illicit goods into this country. Caught off guard and surrounded by raiders waiting to shoot it out there is no course but to surrender themselves and their contraband cargo. These thrilling authentic pictures reveal the constant fight between gunmen and the forces of law and order. An exclusive and breath-taking episode.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-09-28, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Bombardment, Communism, Railroads, 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 266, July 11, 1934
in Universal Newsreels, Release 266 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 8 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about airplanes and military maneuvers.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about airplanes and military maneuvers.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VI Number 266
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM WINS ALL-STAR GAME FROM NATIONALS
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Phenomenal pitching by Carl Hubbell, of N. Y. Giants is the outstanding feature of the contest as picked players from two major baseball circuits battle before 50,000 for charity. A six-run barrage in the fifth inning...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about airplanes and military maneuvers.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VI Number 266
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM WINS ALL-STAR GAME FROM NATIONALS
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Phenomenal pitching by Carl Hubbell, of N. Y. Giants is the outstanding feature of the contest as picked players from two major baseball circuits battle before 50,000 for charity. A six-run barrage in the fifth inning battle overwhelms the Nats, with final score 9-7, as the junior leaguers prove their supremacy for the second year mid-season inter-league competition.
BRITAIN REGAINS GOLF CROWN
SANDWICH, ENGLAND. -- After holding the British open title for ten consecutive years, American golfers finally bow to an Englishman as Henry Cotton turns back the over-seas invasion to recapture the championship with a score of 283, tieing Gene Sarazen's record.
ARMY PREPARES FOR MASS HOP
DAYTON, O. -- Ten Martin Bombers go through extensive tests as U. S. Air Corps officers and men make final preparations for a flight from Washington, D. C., over Canada to Alaska. At Hendon, England, Royal Air Force pilots perform spectacular maneuvers in a display of Britain's aerial strength.
ERECT TALLEST RADIO MAST
PORTLAND, ORE. -- A 300-foot tower, the longest wooden spar ever erected, which is to support a vertical broadcasting antenna, is hauled into place for KEX, the new Portland Oregonian station.
EUROPEAN MOTOR RACERS THRILL CROWDS WITH SPECTACULAR DRIVING
MONTLHERY, FRANCE. -- Louis Chiron, one of the continent's greatest racing drivers, captures the Grand Prix from an international field of 13 drivers after maintaining a terrific pace throughout the race. Amazing speed around hairpin turns feature the motor classic as the victor roars across the finish line with an average of 85 miles an hour for the grind.
STRATOSPHERE BALLOON NAMED
RAPID CITY, S. D. -- Mrs. Tom Barry, wife of the Governor of South Dakota, christens the U. S. Army's stratostat "The Explorer." Instead of champagne, volatile liquified air is poured on the gondola, which scientists hope will rise to a new record height.
FIRST LADY UNVEILS PAINTING
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Mrs. Roosevelt inaugurates for public viewing "The Song of the Lark," at the Art Institute's display in the World's Fair Grounds after it is voted the most popular canvas among the works on exhibition there.
NATIVES HOLD ANCIENT RACE
SIENA, ITALY. -- The Palio, reputed to be the world's oldest horse race, dating from the 14th century, is run again with all the medieval pomp and pageantry that marked the event when it was held in the middle ages.
MILLIONS OF SHEEP IN DRIVE
TROUT LAKE, WASH. -- An immense flock of sheep is headed up the mountains to Columbia National Forest for summer grazing on government land. The great drive is two months ahead of schedule because of the unusually mild weather last winter, with limited snow in the highlands.
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Date Written / Recorded
1934
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1934-07-11, 1934
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military maneuvers, 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 432, February 12, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 432 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the International Committee of the Red Cross, Harry S. Truman, and Mamie Eisenhower.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the International Committee of the Red Cross, Harry S. Truman, and Mamie Eisenhower.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 432
RAIN OF BOMBS KILLS AND MAIMS RED CROSS WORKERS
(Photographed by Howard Winner, Ace Universal Newsreel Cameraman)
DOLO, ETHIOPIA. -- Exclusive, authentic pictures graphically show the flaming terror hurled against a Red Cross field unit nea...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the International Committee of the Red Cross, Harry S. Truman, and Mamie Eisenhower.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 432
RAIN OF BOMBS KILLS AND MAIMS RED CROSS WORKERS
(Photographed by Howard Winner, Ace Universal Newsreel Cameraman)
DOLO, ETHIOPIA. -- Exclusive, authentic pictures graphically show the flaming terror hurled against a Red Cross field unit near Nugelli by Italian airmen. Bombs and machine-gun fire kill and cripple Swedish doctors and their Ethiopian assistants. Scores of wounded soldiers die as the raiders ignore Red Cross flags. These scenes are among the most amazing ever made by a newsreel cameraman.
ICE LOCKS ROADS, CASCADES
CRYSTAL LAKE, ILL. -- Busses and provision trucks come to a standstill as winter blocks highways with huge drifts of dazzling snow.--NIAGARA FALLS turns into a shimmering, glittering pile of frozen water and summer homes at Lewiston, N. Y., are swept away by the rampaging river.
CITY SURRENDERS TO PIRATES
TAMPA, FLA.--Bold, bad bucaneers over-run the community on Gasparilla Day, piloting their outlaw craft up the river and taking the town without resistance. A gorgeous parade of floats and costumed beauties adds brilliance to the scene.
BLIND WIN WEIRD CARD GAME
NEW YORK CITY.--Sightless bridge players triumph over their normal opponents, choosing their cards by means of Braille characters embossed on the backs after referee Ely Culbertson calls the name of the lead card.
HUSKY CREW STARTING EARLY
SEATTLE, WASH.--University of Washington oarsmen benefit from a streak of unusually warm weather, getting their shells into the water for a stiff workout in a drive to capture the Olympic title and win at Poughkeepsie.
'LIL RED HEN SHOWS UP DAN'L
MASSAPEQUA, N. Y.--The famous Biblical hero has his lion's den adventure put in the shade by a perky Rhode Island Red that can't be coaxed from the cage of the biggest lion in captivity. The hen pecks its lunch from the floor between leo's paws.
STYLES STRIKE YOUTH NOTE
NEW YORK CITY.--Cladys Parker, sprightliest of America's dress designers, presents her ideas of what the bright young thing should wear during the coming Spring. Mannequins display the originality of the costumes with vivid effect.
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-02-12, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Bombardment, Field hospitals, Italian Invasion of Ethiopia, 1935-1941, 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 595, September 5, 1937
in Universal Newsreels, Release 595 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1937, originally published 1937), 10 mins
This newsreel features the bombardment of Shanghai Shi.
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This newsreel features the bombardment of Shanghai Shi.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume IX Number 595
THE SCOOP OF SCOOPS!! BOMBING OF SHANGHAI
In the most sensational scoop in years, Universal Newsreel brings you first...and best!...actual scenes of the spectacular, fear-fraught tragedy that has rocked the whole world!
THE BOMBING OF SHANGHAI
Bombs splintering through the Cathay Hotel! 1,000 civilians, including women and children,...
This newsreel features the bombardment of Shanghai Shi.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume IX Number 595
THE SCOOP OF SCOOPS!! BOMBING OF SHANGHAI
In the most sensational scoop in years, Universal Newsreel brings you first...and best!...actual scenes of the spectacular, fear-fraught tragedy that has rocked the whole world!
THE BOMBING OF SHANGHAI
Bombs splintering through the Cathay Hotel! 1,000 civilians, including women and children, killed! Over 5,000 injured! Fear-crazed populace fleeing from the scene of carnage! Dead and wounded stacked up seven deep on the sidewalk! You SEE it happen before your very eyes!
GEORGE KRAINUKOV
Wounded in the head by a bomb fragment, Universal's intrepid cameraman stood up under fire and kept on grinding -- so that YOUR screen might be enriched by the most spectacular scoop of the century! The whole New Universal organization is proud of you, George!
HOWARD WINNER
Another Universal hero of the newsreel! While shells burst and bullets whistled by, he stood shoulder to shoulder with Krainukov, and together they shot nerve-tingling scenes of fleeing American refugees, the shelling and burning of Shanghai's Chinese section, the landing of U. S. Marines from the Philippines and the spectacular department store shelling!
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Date Written / Recorded
1937
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1937-09-05, 1937
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Bombardment, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, 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 606, October 13, 1937
in Universal Newsreels, Release 606 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1937, originally published 1937), 11 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the second Sino-Japanese War.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 606 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1937, originally published 1937), 11 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the second Sino-Japanese War.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume IX Number 606
TERROR REIGNS! DEATH PLANES SWEEP NANKING SKIES
(Photographed by George Krainukov)
NANKING, CHINA.--Huge Japanese bombers drone over the National Capital, dropping a hail of high-explosive missiles as Tokio acts to execute its threat to destroy the city. Chinese civilians suffer in horrible darkne...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the second Sino-Japanese War.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume IX Number 606
TERROR REIGNS! DEATH PLANES SWEEP NANKING SKIES
(Photographed by George Krainukov)
NANKING, CHINA.--Huge Japanese bombers drone over the National Capital, dropping a hail of high-explosive missiles as Tokio acts to execute its threat to destroy the city. Chinese civilians suffer in horrible darkness punctuated by the flash and roar of gigantic steel bombs. A blast wrecks the power plant and others find their mark on the Central Hospital. Mme. Chiang Kai-shek braves the rain of death, visiting the wounded while the raid splashes the capital's streets with blood.
THE WHOLE GRUESOME STORY IS BROUGHT TO THE SCREEN UNCENSORED! Universal FIRST Again!
CAMERAMAN KRAINUKOV ships his record of modern war UNCENSORED. The daring Universal Newsreel cameraman cheats death by inches as Japanese raiders fall in front of his camera, and bombs destroy his automobile. But Krainukov stands by his camera, recording the most ruthless air raid in the history of the world. Chinese anti-aircraft guns shoot true, and Japanese bombers crash, their pilots captured. Nanking's troops rush to defense lines as civilian throngs seek shelter in bomb-proof dugouts.
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Date Written / Recorded
1937
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1937-10-13, 1937
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Bombardment, Cities, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, 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 625, December 20, 1937
in Universal Newsreels, Release 625 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1937, originally published 1937), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Chinese bombing of a Japanese victory parade.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Chinese bombing of a Japanese victory parade.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume IX Number 625
BOMB EXPLODES AS JAPANESE PARADE THROUGH SETTLEMENT
(Photographed by George Krainukov)
SHANGHAI, CHINA.--A bomb hurled by a lone Chinese halts a Nipponese "Victory Parade" through the heart of the International Settlement. The bomber pays with his life as ranks are re-formed an...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Chinese bombing of a Japanese victory parade.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume IX Number 625
BOMB EXPLODES AS JAPANESE PARADE THROUGH SETTLEMENT
(Photographed by George Krainukov)
SHANGHAI, CHINA.--A bomb hurled by a lone Chinese halts a Nipponese "Victory Parade" through the heart of the International Settlement. The bomber pays with his life as ranks are re-formed and British and American forces are kept from business in their own zones by stubborn Japanese sentries.
RUSS BIRDMEN IN AIR SHOW
MOSCOW, U.S.S.R.--Thrilling mass parachute jumps, with the sky filled with the little white mushrooms, feature a big aviation show at Tushino Airdrome. The demonstration is the most amazing of its kind ever filmed.
PAGEANT MARKS FIRST FLIGHT
KITTY HAWK, N. C.--The historic flight made by Wilbur and Orville Wright from Kill Devil Hill in 1903 is commemorated on the anniversary by U.S. Navy planes which fly in beautiful formations over the monument raised to the aerial pioneers.
BEAUTIES MODEL SUN STYLES
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--Beach Lovelies parade a group of "Sunshine Fashions" that catch and fill the eye of appreciative groups at the Surf Club. Latest improvements in beach wear are practical, too, as well as very, very attractive.
CHILD'S CHOIR GREETS YULE (Exclusive)
EVANSTON, ILL.--The famous Children's Choir of St. Luke's pro-Cathedral hails the arrival of the joyous season with a reverent rendition of ancient sacred music composed to mark the Christmas season.
TWO FELONS ESCAPE ALCATRAZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.--A pair of convicted criminals succeed in making a break from "escape-proof" Alcatraz Island, the grim rock in the Bay used for hardened offenders. Ralph Roe and Theodore Cole flee on a home-made raft.
SURE THERE'S A SANTA CLAUS! (Exclusive)
MARSHALL, MO.--There's a Mister Santa Claus after all, you mean, old skeptics! He's a preacher and he has seven children of his own. The Rev. Mr. Claus receives lots of mail this time of year, and gets a rush from neighborhood youngsters.
RODEO SPILLS THRILL CROWD
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--The cowhands are in there as usual, taking plenty of punishment from steers and bucking bronchos at the 12th Annual Great Western Rodeo. A huge throng cheers the men over the bumps.
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Date Written / Recorded
1937
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1937-12-20, 1937
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Bombardment, Military occupation, Military parades, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, 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 648, March 9, 1938
in Universal Newsreels, Release 648 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 11 mins
This Universal Newsreel includes footage of naval training, boxing, baseball spring training, a fashion show, and US Marines withdrawing from Asia.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 648 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 11 mins
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This Universal Newsreel includes footage of naval training, boxing, baseball spring training, a fashion show, and US Marines withdrawing from Asia.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 648
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
NAVY FACES BIG TEST AT SEA
HUGE GUNS for new fighting craft in Uncle Sam's Fleet are turned out in quick time at Washington Navy Yard while at Long Beach, Calif., the Fleet prepares for important "battle" maneuvers at...
This Universal Newsreel includes footage of naval training, boxing, baseball spring training, a fashion show, and US Marines withdrawing from Asia.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 648
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
NAVY FACES BIG TEST AT SEA
HUGE GUNS for new fighting craft in Uncle Sam's Fleet are turned out in quick time at Washington Navy Yard while at Long Beach, Calif., the Fleet prepares for important "battle" maneuvers at sea.
6th MARINES LEAVES WAR ZONE
SHANGHAI, CHINA--The Sixth Regiment, United States Marine Corps, is relieved of duty in the Far East and sails on the U.S.S. Chaumont for California to trade a real war for sham battles with the U. S. Fleet.
OLD CROCKS IN SAD CORTEGE
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Wornout jallopies take part in their last parade as the old cars head for the junk-pile.--
PORTLAND, ORE.--Second-hand cars past their prime are hurled over a cliff into a scrapiron cemetery.
EASTERN GLOVERS IN FINALS
NEW YORK CITY.--The rafters of Madison Square Garden echo to the staccato explosions of leather playing a tattoo on the persons of amateur boxers as the Golden Glovers reach the Eastern finals.
10,000 WATCH SKI CHAMPIONS (Exclusive)
SNOQUALMIE PASS, WASH.--A record crowd sees Birger Ruud and his brother Sigmund, Olav Ulland, and other world-famous ski aces take the jumps in thrilling style on one of the finest ski courses in the country.
PERSONALITIES IN THE NEWS
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Senator Key Pittman and Representative Ralph Brewster argue the Half-billion-dollar Naval appropriations bill.
NEW YORK CITY.--Five of the nine children of Joseph P. Kennedy, Ambassador to the Court of St. James's, sail with their mother for England.
RAM GRIDDERS START EARLY
NEW YORK CITY.--Fordham University's hard-fighting footballers turn out early for Spring training, loosening up their muscles under the watchful eye of Coach Jim Crowley.
CHINESE GIVE CHARITY SHOW
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Girls and ladies of the official Chinese colony in the National Capitol produce a fashion show to raise funds to aid toward relief in their war-torn homeland.
YANKEES, CUBS IN TRAINING
ST. PETERSBURG, FLA.--Murderers' Row swings its hefty bats in preparation for the Yankee baseball season.--
CATALINA IS., CALIF. -- Chicago's Cubs tune up at their training camp in the blue Pacific.
CROWD HAILS ROYAL NEWLYWEDS (Exclusive)
TURIN, ITALY.--The Duke of Genoa, nephew of King Victor-Emanuel, takes Maria Luisa Gandolfi, daughter of Count Ricaldoni, as his bride. Enthusiastic crowds nearly surround the newlyweds.
VOLUME X -- 1938
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1938-03-09, 1938
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Military maneuvers, Navy ships, Weapons testing, 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 784, June 28, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 784 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military air maneuvers over San Diego.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 784 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 9 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military air maneuvers over San Diego.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 784
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
OCEAN FLIGHT SERVICE STARTS
PORT WASHINGTON, N. Y.--An epochal day in trans-Atlantic aviation! The 44-ton Dixie Clipper starts its first regular commercial schedule to Europe, taking off with 22 paying passengers, including the C. V. Whitneys, and Mrs. Clara Ada...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military air maneuvers over San Diego.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 784
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
OCEAN FLIGHT SERVICE STARTS
PORT WASHINGTON, N. Y.--An epochal day in trans-Atlantic aviation! The 44-ton Dixie Clipper starts its first regular commercial schedule to Europe, taking off with 22 paying passengers, including the C. V. Whitneys, and Mrs. Clara Adams, noted "first flight," who reserved her passage 8 years ago.
NEW U.S. SUBMARINE LAUNCHED
PORTSMOUTH, N. H.--While salvage work on the ill-fated "Squalus" continues, a new undersea craft slides down the ways after a christening by the wife of Admiral Cole. Twelve survivors of the lost "sub" are in the crew.
NAVY PLANES IN MASS FLIGHT
SAN DIEGO, CALIF.--15 powerful Navy bombers, carrying 105 officers and men, take off from the Naval Base here for the Hawaiian Islands, and set a new record of only 16 hrs. and 39 min. for the 2,250 mi. hop.
"THRILL CIRCUS" GRIPS CROWD
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--Dare-Devil stunt men stage a bang-up show at the Coliseum that has thousands on edge from start to finish! Rodeo riders, trick horses, and sensational auto and motorcycle crashes.
STREET SWEEPERS GO RITZY
WOODBURY, N. Y.--The 441-acre Long Island estate of the late Otto Kahn is bought by the N. Y. Sanitation Dept. Welfare Fund for its "White Wings." Rest and relaxation amid rich surroundings for the city's street cleaners!
SHRINE PARADE GALA SPECTACLE
BALTIMORE, MD.--The influx of almost 40,000 gaily-attired Shriners from all over the U. S. turns the city into a festive spot, with a huge parade giving a colorful start to the annual convention.
TINY TOTS IN CUTE GRADUATION (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Just like grown-ups in their caps and gowns, cute youngsters at the West Side Center of the Children's Aid Society are graduated from Kindergarten and tell what they want to be when they grow up!
60-FOOT STATUE CARRIED IN FETE
BROOKLYN, N. Y.--A tall statue of St. Paul is borne in triumph through the streets during the annual festival and pageant of the Italian Society of San Paolino of Nola. An impressive demonstration of religious fervor!
ZOO DENIZONS OKAY FUR STYLES
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The coming season's new fur styles displayed in their natural habitat--The Bronx Zoo! A tribute to leopard, fox, beaver and others by the Associated Fur Coat & Trimming Manufacturers! Pretty models, too!
233 LIFE GUARDS IN MASS DRILL
CHICAGO, ILL.--Fair bathers--take note! The yearly crop of life guards for this city's 28 miles of beaches are a pretty good looking bunch, and they look very effective as they train with new life saving equipment.
LOUIS MEETS GALENTO SOCIALLY
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The Brown Bomber and "Two Ton" Tony "weigh in" on the eve of their bout at Yankee Stadium! Galento has 33 pounds on the Champ, but that doesn't bother Joe, who later K'O'd Tony in the 4th!
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
1939-06-28, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military maneuvers, 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 793, July 31, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 793 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the Japanese blockade in China.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 793 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the Japanese blockade in China.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 793
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
JAPANESE BLOCKADE BRITISH
TIENTSIN, CHINA.--Dramatic first pictures of the blockade of the British Concession by Japanese troops, with the Universal cameraman defying arrest inside and out of the barricaded areas where Britons are virtual prisoners. Meanwhile, White Ru...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features the Japanese blockade in China.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 793
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
JAPANESE BLOCKADE BRITISH
TIENTSIN, CHINA.--Dramatic first pictures of the blockade of the British Concession by Japanese troops, with the Universal cameraman defying arrest inside and out of the barricaded areas where Britons are virtual prisoners. Meanwhile, White Russians re organized to aid Japan.
POLISH ARMY GIRDS FOR NAZIS
POLAND.--Graphic evidence that any German coup in Danzig will be met by force, is seen as Polish troops, tanks and cavalry stage impressive maneuers on a (illegible text)-war footing. A small a(illegible text) but one trained and ready for trouble!
SPEED ACE HURT AS CAR BURNS
BONNEVILLE, UTAH.--Ab Jenkins, auto speed racer who set up several new distance marks on the Salt Flats, narrowly escapes death when his car catches fire. He is miraculously saved and treated for severe burns on the arms and legs.
POPE GOES TO SUMMER ESTATE
CASTEL GANDOLFO, ITALY.--His Holiness Pope Pius XII leaves Vatican City and goes for a stay at his summer residence near Rome, built by an early King. A cheering throng welcomes him, and receives his apostolic blessing.
KING OF FRECKLES IS SELECTED
GERMANTOWN, PA.--Here's "Spot News!" A contest for 200 freckled-faced kids, with cute girl judges weeding out the "fakes" and inspecting the various sun-spotted youths. Harry Gotlieb, 15, wins the title and a kiss!
MODERN CINDERELLA CHOSEN
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.--Pretty lassies--pretty limbs and feet--in a contest staged by chiropodists at the Golden Gate Exposition. One girl is found who can wear the expensive (size 4-Bx) crystal slipper--so she wins by a scant two feet!
TEXAS GRID STAR JOINS "PROS"
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--"Davey" O'Brien, noted Texas Christian football star, All-American passer of 1939, joins the "Eagles" and puts in a hard day of practice, displaying his amazing passing agility!
27-TO-1 SHOT WINS FUTURITY
ARLINGTON PARK, ILL.--25,000 turf fans see the juvenile outsider, Andy K., lead all the way in the $47,000 Arlington Futurity to score a thrilling upset over favored two-year-olds. Marogay finishes second.
16,000 FANS AT COLORFUL RODEO
CHEYENNE, WYO.--Thrills and spills in a Wild West setting! The annual Frontier Days' buckaree! Featuring a bang-up (and down) exhibition of brone and steer riding. The cowboys show plenty of ways to bounce!
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
1939-07-31, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Invasions, Military maneuvers, German Invasion of Poland, September 1, 1939, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, 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 794, August 2, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 794 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military maneuvers of the United States Air Force.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 794 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 7 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military maneuvers of the United States Air Force.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 794
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
BOMBER SPANS U.S. IN 9 HOURS (Exclusive)
FLOYD BENNETT FIELD, N. Y.--A new 22-ton "Flying Fortress" lands after a flight from California in 9 hours and 14 1/2 minutes, a new record! Major Ulmstead commands the trip, held in connection with the Army A...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military maneuvers of the United States Air Force.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 794
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
BOMBER SPANS U.S. IN 9 HOURS (Exclusive)
FLOYD BENNETT FIELD, N. Y.--A new 22-ton "Flying Fortress" lands after a flight from California in 9 hours and 14 1/2 minutes, a new record! Major Ulmstead commands the trip, held in connection with the Army Air Corps' 30th anniversary.
GUERILLA BAND FIGHTS INVADER
CHUNGKIANG, CHINA.--Tragic scenes of a Japanese bombing attack on the defenseless inland city, leaving desolation and horror in its wake. Meanwhile, bands of well-trained guerillas show how they harass and defeat invading forces.
RADIO CONTROLS TARGET PLANE
DAYTON, OHIO.--The Army Air Corps tries out a novel miniature plane, a two-motored model craft which is launched from a catapult and then controlled by radio from the ground. A parachute brings it to earth safely.
NEW NAVAL CHIEF IS SWORN IN
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Admiral Harold R. Stark takes over the post of Chief of Naval Operations, succeeding Admiral Leahy, newly-appointed Gov. General of Puerto Rico. Former Sec'y of State Francis B. Sayre, new commissioner to the Philippines, leaves the White House with ex-Commissioner McNutt, after a conference with Pres. Roosevelt.
MODERN VENUS FOUND IN CONTEST
CONEY ISLAND, N. Y.--A parade of feminine pulchritude! Vieing for the title of "Miss Modern Venus" at Steeplechase Park. A colorful contest, with the cup going to pretty Grace Reilly,--perfect in every detail!
FAMED WILD PONIES CAUGHT
CHINCOTEAGUE IS., VA.--Colorful scenes as local "sailors on horseback" round up many of the cantankerous herd which has roamed the islands since their ancestors swam ashore from wrecked Spanish galleon centuries ago.
86-YR.-OLD CYCLE FAN ON TOUR
ELGIN, ILL.--W. C. (Grandpa) Bailey, octogenarian of Underhill, Vt., who took up bicycling at the tender age of 79, is shown on his trip to Chicago. He's been all over the country but always gets back before snow falls.
OUTBOARD ACES IN DARING RACE
LONG BEACH, CALIF.--Dare-devil putt-putt whizzards pilot their sea-going brones around a treacherous course, with spills and thrills galore. Two nautical cowboys narrowly escape drowning when their boats capsize!
KID STARS IN MIDGET AUTO RACE
N. HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.--All the thrills of a big race, with juvenile speed kings urging their tiny mechanical brones around a pint-sized track! Speed and skids, with plenty of rough work on the turns!
KID BIKE STUNTSTERS A RIOT! (Exclusive)
OMAHA, NEBRASKA.--Young bicycle dare-devils, training for a benefit show, display their daring in a thrilling performance of wall-crashing, jumping and riding through paper hoops. They're old-timers when it comes to thrills!
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
1939-08-02, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military maneuvers, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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