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The Anatomy of a Police Riot: Chicago, U.S.A.
written by United States. National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (New York, NY: Universal Pictures Company, 1968), 124 page(s)
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written by United States. National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (New York, NY: Universal Pictures Company, 1968), 124 page(s)
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Government/institutional document
Author / Creator
United States. National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence
Date Published / Released
1968
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Topic / Theme
Riots, Political demonstrations, Political conventions, Violence at the Democratic National Convention, Chicago, August 29, 1968, Law and government, Vietnam War
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Universal Newsreels, Release 2, January 1, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
PRESIDENT WELCOMES OFFICIALS AND PUBLIC IN ANNUAL CEREMONY
(94)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Nation's Chief, with Mrs. Hoover at his side, extends greetings to justices of Supreme Court, Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet members and diplomats, also shakes hands with citizens fr...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
PRESIDENT WELCOMES OFFICIALS AND PUBLIC IN ANNUAL CEREMONY
(94)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Nation's Chief, with Mrs. Hoover at his side, extends greetings to justices of Supreme Court, Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet members and diplomats, also shakes hands with citizens from all over country who come to wish him luck.
LAST GIRDER PLACED TO JOIN ENDS OF HUGE HUDSON RIVER BRIDGE
(81)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Steel strand, raised 250 feet from barge below, links Manhattan and Fort Lee, New Jersey; span, which is 4,760 feet from anchor to anchor and 11,000 feet over all, is being rushed to completion for traffic in 1932, at cost of $68,000,000. Towers are 550 feet high.
VALUABLE RECORDS LOST AS $1,000,000. FIRE DESTROYS CAPITOL
(64)
BISMARCK, N. D. -- Mysterious explosion in daylight fills State House with flame, result being that virtually every department of government is swept clean of vital documents which cost millions of dollars to gather and confusion ensues. Secretary of State rescues original Constitution, but is badly injured doing so.
NEW PARAGRAPHS
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Aquatic stars gain form by sand-diving! -- Prepare for Olympic Meet in dry-land pool.
(67)
-- While, close by, Rosie, the world's only golf-playing elephant, does 482 on a par 72 course.
(47)
POTTS WINS 880-YARD MIDDLE ATLANTIC ICE SKATING CROWN
(75)
NEWBURGH, N. Y. -- Fleet Brooklynite, matching speed and stamina against some of the fastest racing champions in the country, covers the half-mile distance in the remarkable time of 1 min., 19 4-5 sec. Great crowd sees terrific pace bring several contestants spilling on course.
GROTESQUES AND ART FEATURE MUMMERS NEW YEAR FESTIVAL
(87)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- Strutting before throng of million, including 100,000 visitors from other sections, 10,000 marchers in odd and fancy costumes vie for $30,000. in prizes. Frolic this season one of most picturesque in history of great masquerade event.
FAMOUS SCREEN STAR HITS DEPRESSION AND CALAMITY HOWLERS
(213)
UNIVERSAL CITY, Cal. -- John Boles, blasting with both barre's at the crepe hangers and pessimists generally, sounds a new note with his slogan of "Spend and Save" by buying now at advantageous prices which rule in virtually every line of merchandise.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-01, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Herbert Hoover, 1874-1964
Topic / Theme
Democrats (U.S. political party), Presidents, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 16, February 19, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 16 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, searches and seizures, and Earl Warren.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 16 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, searches and seizures, and Earl Warren.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 16
TILDEN IN PRO DEBUT DEFEATS KOZELUH BY STRAIGHT-SET WIN
(89)
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Retired world amateur tennis champion, in first appearance as commercial player, shows splendid form in beating great Czecho-Slovakian at Madison Square Garden before 12,000 fans who pay...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, searches and seizures, and Earl Warren.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 16
TILDEN IN PRO DEBUT DEFEATS KOZELUH BY STRAIGHT-SET WIN
(89)
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Retired world amateur tennis champion, in first appearance as commercial player, shows splendid form in beating great Czecho-Slovakian at Madison Square Garden before 12,000 fans who pay $40,000 to see match. Big Bill and Frank Hunter swamp invader and Emmett Pare, of Chicago, in doubles also.
LAUNCH ANTI-DOPE DRIVE WITH $1,000,000 NARCOTIC BONFIRE
(56)
SAN BRUNO, Cal. -- Federal agents, making a pyre of deadly drugs and paraphernalia seized on land and sea, put contraband to the torch in most costly blaze ever staged in interest of humanity. Opium, morphine and cocaine by the case, along with smokers' pipes, needles and other equipment, make miniature flaming mountain.
CHINATOWN TURNS OUT TO CELEBRATE HAPPY NEW YEAR 4884
(65)
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Oriental quarter given over to revelry and feasting at dawn of new twelve month, stages symbolical pageant of the dragon, with all the faithful giving the sacred beast dollar bills to keep away evil spirits. Picturesque section gaily decorated for event.
FEATURE RACE FOR GIRL JOCKEYS WON BY STAR RODEO RIDER
(73)
AGUA CALIENTE, Mexico -- Ten noted horsewomen, most of whom have been seen in tourneys in principal cities of country, meet in Coronado Town Plate Stake. Vera McGinnis, on Ritter, is first, with Peggy Childs, astride Willow Bramble, second, and Mabel Strickland, champion of her sex, third on Daphene Bell. Battle is a scorcher from start to finish.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CLEVELAND, O. -- Utilize steel mill slag! -- Former waste now discovered to be ideal for road-building.
(57)
BERLIN, Germany -- Dog hero honored! -- City Council decorates canine life-saver.
(41)
OMAHA, Neb. -- His hair is his fortune! -- Capt. Albert's tresses afford him comfortable living.
(58)
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Government holds yearly assay! -- Official tasters examine tea submitted for Federal Standards test.
(57)
300 ETONIAN HARRIERS BATTLE ELEMENTS IN ROUGH STEEPLECHASE
(73)
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, England -- Rain and mud fail to dampen or dull fighting spirit of young Britons in trying event over sloppy course and through lively streams. Junior event, at two and a quarter miles, won by A. Maples. Spills and scrambles feature this strange race of the mudlarks.
AQUATIC STARS VIE IN ANNUAL WINTER WATER SPORTS FETE
(61)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Swimming and diving experts, met from all parts of the country at winter playground, stage show which includes greased pole stunts and single and tandem plunging specialties. Outstanding are Tom Sellers, who does what is technically known as a "full Gaynor" drop off a springboard 134 feet high, and double-dive performances by Otto Getz and the aptly-named Lyle Coldbath.
GORGEOUS PANOPLY AND DISPLAY MARK PRE-LENTEN JOLLITY
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VIAREGGIO, Italy -- "Fat Saturday," or St. Valentine's Day, is the year's biggest holiday in this coast village of Tuscany, and the entire population combines in a grand carnival, with magnificent floats, costly costumes and caricatures, with everybody masked. Parade is principal event of day, while at night town rings with music of strolling players.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-02-19, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Wildfires, Illegal drugs, Searches and seizures, Republicans (U.S. political party), Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 50, June 16, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 50 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 12 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Republican Party National Convention.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 50 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 12 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Republican Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 50
RED HORDES MARCH IN MONSTER DISPLAY OF MILITARISTIC FORCES
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MOSCOW, U.S.S.R. -- The most impressive show of armed power the Soviet Union has ever staged fills the streets of the capital from morning until night with marching legions, stalwarts of the Communistic state. Regiment...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Republican Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 50
RED HORDES MARCH IN MONSTER DISPLAY OF MILITARISTIC FORCES
(140)
MOSCOW, U.S.S.R. -- The most impressive show of armed power the Soviet Union has ever staged fills the streets of the capital from morning until night with marching legions, stalwarts of the Communistic state. Regiment after regiment of troops, cavalry, big guns, tanks, and mechanized weapons of war pour through Red Square hour after hour attesting the unquestionable strength of the vast mysterious country. Joseph Stalin, the iron-fisted leader, stands rigidly in his reviewing stand on Lenin's tomb peering down at this huge demonstration and that of a million workers who follow the Army and Navy. A thrilling cross-section of the Russia of today.
NATION IN THROES OF REVOLT AS RADICALS FORM NEW REPUBLIC EXCLUSIVE PICTURES
(90)
SANTIAGO, Chile -- The tempest of unrest sweeps down from the hills surrounding the capital, culminating in the withdrawal from the Palace of President Juan Montero, as garrison after garrison of the country's military forces refuse to support him. Airplanes swoop over the city dropping a bombardment of pamphlets assailing the capitalistic regime and inciting the populace to overthrow the government for the second time within a year. Col. Marmaduque Grove forces Montero's retirement, and sets up Carlos Davila as Provisional President of a short-lived cabinet. Davila resigns amid scenes of wild confusion and national dissension, as the world eagerly watches the formation of the first socialistic republic in the Western Hemisphere.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
BALTIMORE, Md. -- Movie world hails recovery of film chief! -- Carl Laemmle speeds home after conquering lingering ailment.
(82)
NEW YORK, N.Y.--Police confiscate gangster guns!--5,000 death weapons destroyed in annual round-up.
(82)
ROYAL TROOPS HONOR KING'S BIRTHDAY WITH "TROOPING THE COLOUR"
(102)
LONDON, England -- In picturesque medieval splendor the King's horses and the King's men pay tribute to the monarch on his anniversary as thousands of people line the streets cheering the great spectacle. Riding easily, and apparently in robust health, His Majesty, followed by the Royal Princes, swings out from Buckingham Palace and down the Mall to the Horse Guards' Parade-grounds where the brilliant glories of a colorful history are again renewed in the impressive ceremony. One of the United Kingdom's most striking military events.
HOOVER NOMINATED; CONVENTION ADOPTS ANTI-REPEAL PLANK
(546)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- The wildest conclave of the G.O.P in years terminates after three days of wrangling over the platform on which the party's candidate will go before the people in the November election. Proposed by Senator Hiram W. Bingham, of Connecticut, a minority report advocating repeal of the 18th Amendment is voted down, but not without a frenzied demonstration from delegates of the several states favoring his substitute measure. The Resolutions Committee's proposal on the wet issue is inserted in the plank after the first floor battle the Republican organization has witnessed in 20 years. The nerve-wracking session is climaxed with the selection of Mr. Hoover on the first ballot, and Vice-President Curtis as his running mate. A stirring first-hand scene of history in the making.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-06-16, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Herbert Hoover, 1874-1964
Topic / Theme
National conventions, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 52, June 23, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 52 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 11 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 52 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 11 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 52
DEMOCRATIC LEADERS BEGIN ACTIVITIES FOR 24TH PARTY CONVENTION
(51)
CHICAGO, Ill.--The forces of the party commence to arrive at the midwest metropolis for the great conclave to nominate their standard-bearer who they hope will wrest the Presidency from Herbert Hoover in November. Alf...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 52
DEMOCRATIC LEADERS BEGIN ACTIVITIES FOR 24TH PARTY CONVENTION
(51)
CHICAGO, Ill.--The forces of the party commence to arrive at the midwest metropolis for the great conclave to nominate their standard-bearer who they hope will wrest the Presidency from Herbert Hoover in November. Alfred E. Smith, 1928 candidate, is one of the first to reach the scene of the impending battle and declares himself flatly for the candidacy, throwing his brown derby squarely in the ring.
(115)
--Governor Harry F. Byrd also a possible choice is on hand, championed by General William D. Mitchell, ex-chief of the Air Corps, and Col. Henry Breckinridge, who advance the cause of Virginia's chief Executive as another entry in the race for the White House prize.
AMERICAN NET STARS VICTORIOUS IN FINALS FOR COVETED TROPHY
(88)
WIMBLEDON, England--The sure and steady service of Helen Wills Moody upsets the strong British woman's tennis team and decides the match that gives the U. S. its first Wightman Cup victory at this tennis stronghold since 1926. Going into the last bracket, Mrs. Moody settles the issue by taking her battle in straight sets from Miss Dorothy Rounds. Thousands of hopeful native fans are doomed to disappointment as the California woman regains the stride that carried her to worldwide fame as the Queen of the Courts.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CAMBRIDGE, Mass.--Rough-house confetti battle ends Harvard season!--Gala festivities feature Crimson's 296th Commencement.
(65)
BERCHTESGADEN, Germany--Humble jeweler constructs smallest motor ever built!--Engineers marvel at perfection of wee power-plant.
(53)
PACIFIC GROVE, Cal.--"Flagpole-skat(illegible text) starts newest silly-season sport!--Nerveless daredevil remains aloft 51 hours.
(62)
UNKNOWN SHOP CLERK TRUMPS AQUATIC ACES IN WATER-SKI CLASSIC
(101)
HIEFLAU, Austria--Expertly handling himself on the treacherous Enns River course, Joseph Hirsch battles through deadly rapids and whirlpools in the swift stream to lead the parade to a well-won victory. The hazards of the route send most of the contestants into the threatening waters, many of them barely escaping drowning. But Hirsch, a rank outsider, doggedly sticks to his feet and covers the 6 kilometer distance in 15 minutes 10 seconds for a new record. A real thriller in the most hazardous water sport on the calendar.
FLYING CAMERAMEN COMPLETE WORLD'S LARGEST AERIAL MAP
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NEW YORK, N. Y.--The first time the intricate processes of manufacturing accurate reproductions of vast stretches of terrain have ever been shown on the screen, as the great pictorial masterpiece finally sees the light of day in its finished form. Heavy rolls of specially prepared film are made for a camera designed and built only for work from the skies. From heights ranging between 10,000 and 20,000 feet planes fly over the metropolis and shoot sections of a stretch of 5,000 square miles of territory. These photographs gauge the work of the map makers in calculating the finished mosaics such as those used by the Army Air service. A remarkable work made possible by aviation's great advances in the last decade.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-06-23, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Alfred Emanuel Smith, 1873-1944
Topic / Theme
National conventions, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 53, June 27, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 53 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 11 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about an earthquake, prohibition laws, and national conventions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 53 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 11 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about an earthquake, prohibition laws, and national conventions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 53
NATIVES IN TERROR AS VIOLENT EARTHQUAKE WRECKS METROPOLIS
(86)
COLIMA, Mexico -- Striking suddenly during the night, the terrific shock rocks the city, taking a death toll of 34 and leaving hundreds of people homeless and destitute. Public buildings and private dwell...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about an earthquake, prohibition laws, and national conventions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 53
NATIVES IN TERROR AS VIOLENT EARTHQUAKE WRECKS METROPOLIS
(86)
COLIMA, Mexico -- Striking suddenly during the night, the terrific shock rocks the city, taking a death toll of 34 and leaving hundreds of people homeless and destitute. Public buildings and private dwellings topple and crack during the quarter-hour of horror. With hospitals in ruins, soldiers take command of the stricken area, set up relief stations and start to rehabilitate damaged property. Governor Salvador Saucedo, acting on a plea of the survivors, unites all government agencies toward bringing succor to the sufferers.
REINFORCEMENTS BY AIR AND RAIL SWELL BONUS ARMY'S RANKS
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EL PASO, Texas -- A perfectly organized unit 2,200 strong that started from the coast reaches this city determined to continue on to Washington to advocate the cash payment of adjusted compensation claims. Texas & Pacific Railroad officials promise resistance to any attempt to appropriate freights for transportation. The ex-soldiers defy the edict and clamber aboard moving trains, as their air corps accompanies them to lend support from the skies. The planes under command of Russell R. Benton make this movement the best-equipped detachment aiming to impress Congress, and the first unit honored by having its own Aviation Division.
CURTIS ON TRIAL FOR OBSTRUCTING JUSTICE IN LINDY KIDNAP CASE
(111)
FLEMINGTON, N. J. -- The Norfolk, Va., shipbuilder faces Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh, who accuses him of misleading the search for his stolen baby. Accompanied by his daughter, Constance, the indicted man stands before the jury holding his fate while his defenders charge the police with attempting to "railroad" him. Pathos and tense drama enter the trial at the very outset when the Lone Eagle takes the stand as the first witness called by the prosecution to relate his experiences in the alleged deal with Curtis for the return of his son.
NEWS PARAGRAPH
SOMERVILLE, Mass. -- Youthful Arthur Sullivan uses aural appendages for vaporous exhalations! -- In other words, he smokes through his ears.
(56)
CENSOR WAR DIVIDES MODISTE CAMPS ON ULTRA BEACH MODES
(69)
PARIS, France -- Just what fashions will prevail at the shore resorts for the Summer season? That is the question that splits the designers of styles into slivers of red-hot prejudice. One leans to conservatism and the other favors freedom of the knees (and etc.) which brings forth disciples of both schools displaying the favored modes of each. The result throws the experts into a panic of confusion, leaving the decision high and dry with never a bathing suit wet although the staid models are left reeling on the ropes by the showing of the radicals.
REPEAL DEMANDED IN DEMOCRATIC KEYNOTE AS CONVENTION OPENS
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CHICAGO, Ill. -- National Chairman John J. Raskob bangs the gavel and the 24th conclave of the party gets under way with a real old-fashioned knock-down-drag-'em-out fight threatening to divide the delegates on a half dozen issues that overshadow -- for the moment -- the selection of a candidate. Senator Alben W. Barkley, of Kentucky, sounds the first gun for outright repeal of the 18th Amendment and wins a few boos mingled with approving cheers. The 1932 presidential handicap starts with the oldest party looking, in militant fashion, for a standard-bearer to pit against Herbert Hoover.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-06-27, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Alben William Barkley, 1877-1956
Person Discussed
Alben William Barkley, 1877-1956, Charles Augustus Lindbergh, 1902-1974
Topic / Theme
National conventions, Prohibition laws, Prohibition, U.S., 1919-1933, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 54, June 30, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 54 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 54 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 54
DYNAMITE SUSPECTS SOUGHT BY POLICE IN $150,000 MYSTERY BLAST
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OMAHA, Neb. -- Baffled by the circumstances surrounding an explosion in the business center of the city, officials launch an exhaustive investigation as firemen work diligently to confine the damage to a limited area a...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 54
DYNAMITE SUSPECTS SOUGHT BY POLICE IN $150,000 MYSTERY BLAST
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OMAHA, Neb. -- Baffled by the circumstances surrounding an explosion in the business center of the city, officials launch an exhaustive investigation as firemen work diligently to confine the damage to a limited area around the scene. Three entire buildings are destroyed by the detonation and subsequent blaze. Police believe the cause an underworld reprisal while others hold to the theory that a leaking gas main brought about the accident, in the early hours of the morning. The shock rocked the whole community and terror stricken citizens, thrown from their beds, rush to the locality of the catastrophe. Rumors spread that victims are buried beneath the debris, spurring the searchers to greater efforts in combing the ruins. Solution of the puzzling event is still in doubt.
AIRMEN AMAZED AT SUCCESS OF FREAK FLYING "DIRIGIPLANE"
(87)
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The invention of Dr. Cloyd L. Snyder, an amateur aviation enthusiast, spectacularly meets a rigorous test before a jury of experts. The radical departure in construction heralds a marked advance in aero-engineering, as the queer ship, minus both wings and a fuselage, takes off under a tow, piloted by Glenn Doolittle on the initial trip that might easily spell disaster. But the freak contraption sails into the air like an odd prehistoric bird and completes its inspection flight without mishap.
25,000,000 KIDS REJOICE AS NATION'S SCHOOLS CLOSE FOR SUMMER
(88)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- It's all over for another year. Reading, 'riting, 'rithmetic are ended and the youngsters demonstrate their deep regret by nearly trampling over each other in their "restrained" rush to put books behind them until Fall. "No more pencils, no more books, no more teacher's homely looks" and the ole swimmin' hole beckons to them -- but in the city with its cosmopolitan population of all colors and creeds, the kids jam the public squares and public pools. Nothing to worry about until September but sunburn blisters and a place to keep cool. Some fun, eh!
DEMOCRATS GO WET! WILD ACCLAIM HAILS NEW YORK CANDIDATE
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CHICAGO, Ill. -- True to century-old tradition, the party convention is ablaze with excitement as the majority platform of the resolutions committee is reported by Chairman Gilbert Hitchcock.
Espoused as a great step forward by such leaders as ex-Governor Alfred E. Smith, Governor Albert C. Ritchie, and Senator David I. Walsh, the plank advocating the repeal of the 18th Amendment seems to be a tonic that electrifies the gathering, upsetting the decorum of the meeting, and even overshadowing the actual naming of a candidate for the President.
Repeal advocates stampede the gathering and the dripping wet plank is adopted by the overwhelming vote of 934 3/4 to 213 3/4.
Placed in nomination by his life-long friend, John E. Mack, the mention of Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt is the signal for another long and hearty outburst of approval, no stronger in vociferous display, however, than that which greets Governor Ely's speech proposing Al Smith for the highest office in the land.
A great show with laughs and drama running hand in hand as one of the most stirring conventions in the party's history builds to a climax that sets the entire nation up on its toes for the great November handicap.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-06-30, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Alfred Emanuel Smith, 1873-1944
Topic / Theme
National conventions, Prohibition, U.S., 1919-1933, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 55, July 4, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 55 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 6 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 55 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 6 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 55
DIXIE MARBLE CHAMP SWEEPS FIELD TO WIN ALL-AMERICAN CROWN
(82)
OCEAN CITY, N. J. -- Brushing aside all competition, 13-year-old Harley Corum, the pride of Louisville, Ky., batters his way to the U.S. "miggles" title. The Blue Grass stalwart repeats his flashing victory of 1931 by disp...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Democratic Party National Convention.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 55
DIXIE MARBLE CHAMP SWEEPS FIELD TO WIN ALL-AMERICAN CROWN
(82)
OCEAN CITY, N. J. -- Brushing aside all competition, 13-year-old Harley Corum, the pride of Louisville, Ky., batters his way to the U.S. "miggles" title. The Blue Grass stalwart repeats his flashing victory of 1931 by disposing of a formidable list of opponents and in the final stanza defeats Earl Weisgerber of New Jersey, 5 to 1. His feat gains for him the U.S. laurels and, as an extra prize, the world's largest lollipop.
CO-EDS BAKE WORLD'S LARGEST SHORTCAKE
(73)
LEBANON, Ore. -- The Strawberry City of the Northwest makes its bow in an unusual manner to celebrate a bumper crop of the succulent fruit-let. The domestic science class of the high school turns out a mammoth dessert, comprising 135,000 berries, among other ingredients, measuring 12 by 14 feet. The ton-and-a-half product feeds 6,048 sweet-toothed citizens and marks a new high in sizeable confections.
SHEEP ACT AS LAWN-MOWERS
(54)
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W. Va. -- The famous Greenbrier Airport solves a perplexing problem. The fast-growing grass proved a vexatious hindrance to the safety of arriving and departing planes, until someone was struck by a bright idea. Accordingly, a herd of sheep is imported and the woolly animals are repaid for their services by a guaranteed diet of their favorite herbage. An idea that kills two birds with one stone, so to speak -- and which, incidentally, is being copied by the Tempelhof Airdrome, in Berlin, according to latest despatches.
ROOSEVELT and GARNER
(552)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Scenes of unparalleled frenzy feature the 24th Democratic Convention as it gallops down the home stretch.
After 3 ballots, in an all-night session, William G. McAdoo announces for California and Texas that the two states have decided to swing their votes to Roosevelt, starting a stampede for the New Yorker's band-wagon that finds all aboard but a few die-hards, irreconcilables for the cause of Al Smith.
The Convention is further aroused to heights of enthusiasm by the unanimous nomination of John N. Garner for the Vice-Presidency.
And to cap the climax, feverish excitement prevails when the delegates receive the startling news that Roosevelt is flying to Chicago, breaking all precedent by accepting the nomination at the convention itself.
The arrival of the Nominee arouses a storm of emotion among the great throng which had awaited his appearance for hours. Resting on the arm of his son, Roosevelt receives the acclamation of the Democracy and the announcement of his nomination by Senator Walsh, of Montana, Chairman of the Convention.
The acceptance speech sets forth the Candidate's stand on the platform in no uncertain terms and promises a fulfillment of Party pledges made in the Convention.
A historic pictorial document -- a faithful recording of one of the most important episodes in the history of the Democratic Party.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-07-04, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
National conventions, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 56, July 7, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 56 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about political conventions, prohibition laws, and the temperance movement.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 56 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about political conventions, prohibition laws, and the temperance movement.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 56
ANXIETY STIRS WORLD AS AIR HEROES STRAY IN SOVIET WASTELAND
(91)
Bennett Griffin and James Mattern, fearless air pioneers, take every precaution to insure the mechanical perfection and air-worthiness of their powerful plane, Century of Progress, before the...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about political conventions, prohibition laws, and the temperance movement.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 56
ANXIETY STIRS WORLD AS AIR HEROES STRAY IN SOVIET WASTELAND
(91)
Bennett Griffin and James Mattern, fearless air pioneers, take every precaution to insure the mechanical perfection and air-worthiness of their powerful plane, Century of Progress, before their hop-off from North America to establish a new globe-circling record. Their remarkable "hop" from Harbor Grace, N.F., to Berlin, the first non-stop flight from America to the German capital, and a new record time of 10 hours and 50 minutes from Newfoundland to Ireland, proves their right to challenge the present round-the-world champions, Post and Gatty. The start of the Griffin-Mattern flight is thrilling and portentous, but in this new Odyssey of the air, the intrepid fliers reckoned not with fate and fog. Darkest Russia hugs many secrets. Long hours of fear and uncertainty are destiny of the fliers' wives and well-wishers, praying for the successful termination of an epic adventure.
200,000 DEVOUT PILGRIMS HERALD CLOSE OF 31ST EUCHARIST CONGRESS
(80)
DUBLIN, Ireland -- Impressive scenes stamp themselves indelibly on beholders as pious hordes, assembled in Phoenix Park, Dublin, from all parts of the world, receive the blessing from the Papal Legate, Cardinal Lauri. The procession to the altar, the Church's most colorful and inspiring pageant, is viewed by more than a million spectators. Cardinals in scarlet, more than 200 bishops in their royal purple, and a thousand other Church dignitaries, as well as smartly-clad troopers of the Free State forces, make the last hours of the stupendous religious gathering a never-to-be-forgotten event.
NOSE INSTALLATION ENDS STEEL WORK ON NEW NAVY AIR QUEEN
(66)
AKRON, Ohio -- The new dreadnaught of the air, the U.S.S. Macon, which is to be the largest dirigible in the world, already has had its face "lifted." In a unique ceremony known as "nose raising" the craft's 75-foot cup-shaped bow was lifted into place amid the cheers of a delegation of citizens from Macon, Ga., for whose home town the huge aircraft is named.
FARM WOES LIFT AS HOG PRICES CONTINUE ON SENSATIONAL RISE
(84)
FONTANA, Cal. -- The price of hogs has a lot to do with prosperity prospects these days, especially at the world's largest hog farm, where 56,000 porkers are being fattened to a no uncertain end, and where it takes almost 1000 tons of food-stuff, distributed by three large railway cranes and 150 men, to keep them happy at meal-time. These hogs are fed a special food made from orange pulp and rind, a by-product from the orange juice business. With the price of hogs up 57% in the last month and its accompanying upward influence on grain and allied farm products, as reflected in increased activity in American produce exchanges, agrarian leaders see a rapid approach of the sentiment expressed in "Happy Days Are Here Again."
UPSHAW, OF GEORGIA NOMINATED BY DRYS FOR PRESIDENT OF U.S.
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- The Drys, the real "bone-drys" otherwise known as the National Prohibition Party, have just had a convention, too. William D. Upshaw, once a Congressman and formerly known as the Georgia Cyclone, agreed to become the party's candidate in case Senator Borah or some other outstanding dry could not be induced to run. They couldn't. Whereupon, Candidate Upshaw, Keynoter Howard, National Chairman D. Leigh Colvin, Canon Chase and other serious minded Drys get down to the real business of the convention, consisting of a barrage of invectives, adjectives, oratory and forensic fireworks hurled at the Democratic and Republican platforms and parties, at "likker," at light wines and beer, and at anyone with a suspicion of a parched throat. It was a field day for anti-thirst eloquence -- and to cap the climax, Miss George Nye, "the Quaker evangelist," does her bit to flay King Alcohol and his corps of wet-thinking minions among the major political parties.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-07-07, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Political conventions, Prohibition laws, Temperance movement, Prohibition, U.S., 1919-1933, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 56, February 4, 1942
in Universal Newsreels, Release 56 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1942, originally published 1942), 2 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, John L. Lewis, and diplomatic missions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 56 (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 Republican Party, John L. Lewis, and diplomatic missions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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TREACHERY AT DAWN First Pictures--U. S. Warships Ablaze!
PEARL HARBOUR--First dramatic scenes of American warships on fire after the treacherous Jap attack on December 7th. The "Arizona" goes up in smoke, while next-day pictures show the extent of the damage to other vessels and...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, John L. Lewis, and diplomatic missions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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TREACHERY AT DAWN First Pictures--U. S. Warships Ablaze!
PEARL HARBOUR--First dramatic scenes of American warships on fire after the treacherous Jap attack on December 7th. The "Arizona" goes up in smoke, while next-day pictures show the extent of the damage to other vessels and installations. Remember Pearl Harbor!
HONOLULU, T. H.--The Army begins issuing gas masks to all civilians--just in case. Young and old fall in line to try their first gas masks on.
F.B.I. ROUNDS UP JAP ALIENS
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--Hundreds of male aliens are rounded up and removed from strategic Terminal Island, in a move to oust all aliens from areas near vital industries. Other aliens, Germans and Italians as well as Japs, register in the alien identification drive.
SUMNER WELLES GETS DEGREE
RIO DE JANEIRO--Undersecretary Sumner Welles, Uncle Sam's welder of "Good Neighbor" unity at the Pan American conference, receives an honorary degree from the University of Brazil.
FASHION GETS THE BIRD!
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--The "rare bird" comes into his own! An assortment of goofy birds (you name 'em) strut their stuff along with a bevy of cuties in a new and different kind of fashion show!
SOLDIERS STAGE "GIRLIE" SHOW
FORT SLOCUM, N. Y.--Modern "Doughboys" doff their usual khaki and don, of all things, women's clothes to star in their own version of "Swing Fever." Singing and dancing a la Broadway. You'll howl!
THE WORLD OF SPORTS
SKATING STARS SHINE ON ICE
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Speeds, thrills and laughs! That's the Silver Skates tourney at Madison Square Garden, where boys and girls together stage a breath-taking show of flashing blades!
TORGER TOKLE DOES IT AGAIN
SALISBURY MILLS, N. Y.--The young Norwegian champ leads the field on Norsemen Hill during the Eastern Ski Championships. They have to make their own ice--but it doesn't bother Tokle. He jumps 160 feet!
VOL. 15--56
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
1942-02-04, 1942
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Diplomatic missions, Mining industry, Republicans (U.S. political party), 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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