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United News, Franklin D. Roosevelt Inauguration, January 20, 1945
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 6 mins
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Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1945-01-20, 1945
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Parades, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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United News, Release 139, 1945
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 10 mins
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House; Harry Hopkins, Secretary and Mrs. Stimson, Secretary and Mrs. Forrestal, Secretary Ickes, Admiral King, Secretary and Mrs. Stettinius, General...
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in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 10 mins
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This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House; Harry Hopkins, Secretary and Mrs. Stimson, Secretary and Mrs. Forrestal, Secretary Ickes, Admiral King, Secretary and Mrs. Stettinius, General and Mrs. Marshall, Vice Presidents Wallace and Truman. 2. Demonstration of a sea rescue by a Coast Guard helicopter. 3. A Japanese air...
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. Franklin Delano Roosevelt takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House; Harry Hopkins, Secretary and Mrs. Stimson, Secretary and Mrs. Forrestal, Secretary Ickes, Admiral King, Secretary and Mrs. Stettinius, General and Mrs. Marshall, Vice Presidents Wallace and Truman. 2. Demonstration of a sea rescue by a Coast Guard helicopter. 3. A Japanese airbase on Puerto Princesa Island is bombed. 4. Ice breakers clear a path across Lake Michigan and men tie down airplanes on an aircraft carrier during a typhoon. 5. The 38th Infantry Division fights in Burma; General Daniel I. Sultan.
UNITED NEWS
Produced by United Newsreel Corporation RELEASED: JANUARY 26, 1945. Contents Sheet No. 139
1. PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT INAUGURATED.
Script is available.
F.D.R. takes the oath of office and delivers the inaugural address at the White House. Personages: Harry Hopkins, Sec. and Mrs. Stimson, Sec. and Mrs. Forrestal, Sec. Ickes, Adm. King, Sec. and Mrs. Stettinius, Gen. and Mrs. Marshall, Vice Presidents Wallace and Truman.
2. SEA RESCUE BY HELICOPTER.
demonstrates a sea rescue by a Coast Guard helicopter.
3. JAPANESE AIRBASE HIT BY ALLIES IN PHILIPPINES.
a Japanese airbase on Puerto Princesa Island is bombed.
4. MEN AND SHIPS BATTLE WEATHER.
ice breakers clear a path across Lake Michigan and men tie down airplanes on an aircraft carrier during a typhoon.
5. ALLIED BURMA DRIVE CONTINUES.
the 38th Inf. Div. fights in Burma. Shows Gen. Daniel I. Sultan.
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Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1945-01-26, 1945
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Ice floes, Inaugurations, Military defeats, War, Heads of state, 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 207, July 15, 1943
in Universal Newsreels, Release 207 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1943, originally published 1943), 3 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Alfred E. Smith, and battle preparations.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 207 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1943, originally published 1943), 3 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Alfred E. Smith, and battle preparations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
Build up a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre with the 'Scoop Newsreel of the World
(illegible text)
STEPS TO SICILY
Final training scenes on African shores as America's various military units rehearse their parts for the dramatic invasion of Sicily.
1--The paratroop...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Alfred E. Smith, and battle preparations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
Build up a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre with the 'Scoop Newsreel of the World
(illegible text)
STEPS TO SICILY
Final training scenes on African shores as America's various military units rehearse their parts for the dramatic invasion of Sicily.
1--The paratroopers go through all steps leading to their mass jumping from fleets of troop bearing planes.
2--Glider troop trains rehearse their stated roles.
3--Fleets of huge sea-going barges, laden with infantry, plow through the seas to guarded shores. Through barbed wire they hack their way, and clamber up hilly slopes to engage the enemy.
YANKS BATTER ITALY
The U. S. 9th and 12th Air Forces direct terrific aerial bombardments on Italian soil. Blockbusters scatter destruction. Even the near hits in the sea are valuable, since they set off mine fields.
CHURCHILL, A LONDON FREEMAN
In historic ceremony, Mr. Churchill is presented a significant scroll which makes him a Freeman of London. In speech thereafter, he destines Japan to certain doom.
HUMAN KITES
In little Rhode Island they fly the largest kites in the nation. Designer Jalbert demonstrates them, and sends his daughter aloft as a passenger.
FREE RIDES TO FIRES
WASHINGTON STATE -- 2,000 high school boys comprise the Civilian Fire Fighting Corps, formed to protect Washington's vast forests from Jap fire bombs, while their adult relatives are at war.
VOL. 16--207
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Date Written / Recorded
1943
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1943-07-15, 1943
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Alfred Emanuel Smith, 1873-1944
Topic / Theme
Battle preparations, Invasions, Political candidates, International relations, Allied Invasion of Sicily, July 9-August 17, 1943, 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 336, October 9, 1944
in Universal Newsreels, Release 336 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 5 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, the U.S. Congress, and Wendell Willkie
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 336 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 5 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, the U.S. Congress, and Wendell Willkie
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVER WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
(illegible text)
FOUR GREAT AMERICANS
THOMAS E. DEWEY --
At a tremendous rally in Wheeling, West Virginia the G.O.P. Presidential candidate in his best mid-campaign style accuses "his opponent" of bidding for the Comm...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, the U.S. Congress, and Wendell Willkie
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVER WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
(illegible text)
FOUR GREAT AMERICANS
THOMAS E. DEWEY --
At a tremendous rally in Wheeling, West Virginia the G.O.P. Presidential candidate in his best mid-campaign style accuses "his opponent" of bidding for the Communist vote by "pardoning Earl Browder from prison in time to organize the fourth term campaign."
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT --
The President denies that he seeks the Communist party's support in his electioneering for a fourth term. He lands Russia as a fighting Ally.
WENDELL L. WILLKIE --
After too brief a time in the international scene, this vital American crusader dies at the age of 52. Thousands of mourners file into the Fifth Ave. Presbyterian Church for a last look at this man of courage . . . Flashbacks reveal his interesting life.
ALFRED E. SMITH
160,000 mourners congregate at St. Patrick's Cathedral where the last rites are pontifically observed for this popular American from New York.
QUADS LEARN THREE R'S
GALVESTON, TEXAS--The Badgett quadruplets, now 5 1/2 years old, enter school. Typical kids, they eagerly draw crayon pictures, but dancing class--that's their dish.
CARDS WIN SERIES
ST. LOUIS, MO.--After the Brownies win the first and third games, the Cardinals cop the second, fourth, fifth and sixth games to become the World's Champions. Series features fine pitching which produced record number of strikeouts--and sparkling fielding.
VOL. 17--336
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1944-10-09, 1944
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Alfred Emanuel Smith, 1873-1944
Topic / Theme
Memorial services, Politicians, Republicans (U.S. political party), Political candidates, 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 366, January 22, 1945
in Universal Newsreels, Release 366 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and heads of state.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 366 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and heads of state.
Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1945-01-22, 1945
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Presidents, International relations, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, U.S. Invades Luzon, January 9, 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 419, July 26, 1945
in Universal Newsreels, Release 419 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Winston Churchill, and elections.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 419 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Winston Churchill, and elections.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
CHURCHILL DEFEATED BY ATTLEE
Major Clement R. Attlee, leader of the British Labor Party, is commissioned by King George VI. to form a Labor Government afte...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Winston Churchill, and elections.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
CHURCHILL DEFEATED BY ATTLEE
Major Clement R. Attlee, leader of the British Labor Party, is commissioned by King George VI. to form a Labor Government after the Labor Party decisively defeats Churchill's Conservative Party, in the first general election Great Britain has had in ten years.
MAC ARTHUR INVADES BORNEO
Aboard a light cruiser, General MacArthur observes his task force bombard Balikpapan, Borneo, with heavy guns and waves of rockets. When the Jap defenses are sufficiently crumbled, the veteran Australian 7th Division goes ashore, using flame throwers to finish off the Japs. And clouds of smoke fill the sky as huge refineries blaze furiously.
VINSON, SEC. OF TREASURY
Fred M. Vinson is sworn in as Secretary of the Treasury by Justice Groner as Henry Morgenthau, Jr. stands by.
ANDERSON URGES CANNING
Clinton P. Anderson, Sec. of Agriculture, urges all American families to can as much food as possible for use this winter.
JOHN W. SNYDER SWORN IN
Ex-Federal Loan Administrator John W. Snyder is sworn in as Director of War Mobilization and Reconversion.
EXECUTING A NAZI
For murdering a Yank flyer who had parachuted to earth at Preist, Germany, a Nazi war criminal is hung on the gallows until dead.
FLOODS IN NEW JERSEY
When the Passaic River burst out of its banks it created the worst flood conditions in New Jersey in 42 years. War plants are closed and traffic is completely disrupted.
VOL. 18--419
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Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ben Grauer, 1908-1977
Date Published / Released
1945-07-26, 1945
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ben Grauer, 1908-1977
Person Discussed
Sir Winston Churchill, 1874-1965
Topic / Theme
Elections, International relations, Heads of state, Labor unions, United Nations Founded, 1945, World War II, 1939-1945, Political and Social Movements, 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 903, August 19, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 903 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 11 mins
This newsreel features election campaigns and heads of state.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 903 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 11 mins
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This newsreel features election campaigns and heads of state.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 903
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
WILLKIE BLASTS F. D. R.'S FOREIGN POLICY
ELWOOD, IND.--Formally accepting the Republican presidential nomination before a crowd of 200,000, Wendell Willkie flays domestic and foreign policies of the New Deal as leading the nation into war. He endorses the draft for U.S. defense, and dares Pres. Rooseve...
This newsreel features election campaigns and heads of state.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 903
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
WILLKIE BLASTS F. D. R.'S FOREIGN POLICY
ELWOOD, IND.--Formally accepting the Republican presidential nomination before a crowd of 200,000, Wendell Willkie flays domestic and foreign policies of the New Deal as leading the nation into war. He endorses the draft for U.S. defense, and dares Pres. Roosevelt to meet him in public debate on question vital to all Americans.
U. S.-CANADA JOINT DEFENSE PLANNED
OGDENSBURG, N. Y.--Pres. Roosevelt, inspecting troops and planes of the First Army, engaged in spectacular maneuvers along the Canadian border, is host to Prime Minister King of Canada, with whom he arrived at an agreement for a joint U. S.-Canadian Defense Board.
DUKE OF WINDSOR SWORN IN
NASSAU, B.W.I.--Colorful scenes of Old World pomp, (illegible text) the Duke of Windsor, with his American-born Duchess, arrived in the Bahama Islands to be sworn in as Governor. New lands and subjects for an ex-King.
PARACHUTE PLANE TRIED OUT
AUGUSTA, MAINE--An amazing "safety" device for planes--a 52-foot parachute invented by Jimmie Goodwin of Kentucky. Released in mid-air, the 'chute lowers the plane to earth with hardly a bump. Happy Landings--is right!
OUTSIDER WINS GOLD CUP RACE
NORTHPORT, N. Y.--Hotsy Totsy III, a rank outsider recently bought for only $1,000, wins two of three heats in the famous speedboat regatta to clinch the coveted trophy. Sydney Allen, novice driver and owner, amazes 100,000 spectators, and himself, too!
VOLUME XII -- 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-08-19, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Election campaigns, Heads of state, New Deal, 1933-1938, World War II, 1939-1945, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1940 Universal Pictures Company Inc.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 913, September 23, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 913 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 10 mins
This newsreel features election campaigns, government policies, and war.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 913 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 10 mins
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This newsreel features election campaigns, government policies, and war.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 913
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
ON THE WAR FRONT
BRITAIN WITHSTANDING NAZI AIR ASSAULT
England's heroic defense against the German aerial armadas astounds the world. Despite terrible raids against London, in which even the King's palace is not spared. Britain continues to starve all attacks.
Winston Churchill, England's d...
This newsreel features election campaigns, government policies, and war.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 913
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
ON THE WAR FRONT
BRITAIN WITHSTANDING NAZI AIR ASSAULT
England's heroic defense against the German aerial armadas astounds the world. Despite terrible raids against London, in which even the King's palace is not spared. Britain continues to starve all attacks.
Winston Churchill, England's dynamic leader, and the King and Queen as well, inspect bomb damage in London following one of the city's worst raids in history, to cheer hapless persons who haze lost their homes and loved ones.
F. D. R. GETS UNIVERSITY DEGREE
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Receiving an honorary L.I.D. degree from the University of Pennsylvania at its bicentennial celebration, President Roosevelt says that only dictators fear a free election! He also inspects the Navy Yard here, where construction is being rushed on more warships for our Navy.
WILLKIE HAILED ON WEST COAST
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--A record crowd of almost 100,000 turns out to see and hear the G.O.P. candidate at the Coliseum, as he continues to blast the New Deal. At the Golden Gate Exposition, 40,000 greet him after a triumphal tour through San Francisco.
NATIONAL GUARD BEGINS YEAR'S TRAINING
FORT DIX, N. J.--Uncle Sam's defense program shifts into high gear, with the arrival at camp of thousands of National Guardsmen, called out to serve a year with the Army. Life is busy for them--"In the Army Now!"
LEGIONNAIRES "TAKE" CITY
BOSTON, MASS.--Colorful scenes as the American Legion, many thousands strong, "captures" the Hub City for its annual convention. Following the dedication of a statue of Paul revere, the Legionnaires assemble at the "Garden" under Commander Kelly.
LARGEST FERRYBOAT LAUNCHED
MANITOWOC, WIS.--20,000 persons see the launching of the "City of Midland," world's biggest ferryboat. The streamlined craft weighs 6,000 tons and is 406 feet long! It will carry hundreds of passengers and autos on Lake Michigan.
HASH BEATS CHALLEDON IN UPSET
NARRAGANSETT, R. I.--Challedon, the odds-on favorite to win the $25,000 "Special," disappoints his followers as he comes in a half-length behind the Greentree Stable entry, in a spectacular finish.
VOLUME XII -- 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-09-23, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Election campaigns, Government policy, War, Blitz, September 1940-May 1941, New Deal, 1933-1938, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1940 Universal Pictures Company Inc.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 915, September 30, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 915 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 12 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and economic depressions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 915 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 12 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and economic depressions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 915
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
WILLKIE HAILED BY 50,000 IN EAST
YONKERS, N. Y.--The Republican "Crusader" follows his whirlwind Western tour with a forceful speech before a huge crowd at the Empire Track. Pledging himself to giving the "Nation back to the people," h...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and economic depressions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 915
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
WILLKIE HAILED BY 50,000 IN EAST
YONKERS, N. Y.--The Republican "Crusader" follows his whirlwind Western tour with a forceful speech before a huge crowd at the Empire Track. Pledging himself to giving the "Nation back to the people," he continues his attacks on the New Deal.
MIGHTY AIRFLEET SOARS AS F.D.R. DEDICATES AIRPORT
GRAVELLY POINT, VA.--An armada of 500 military planes, including huge Flying Fortresses, roars overhead in an impressive display as President Roosevelt lays the cornerstone for the new Washington National Airport. The $12,500,000 air terminal will be ready for use this year.
LEGION PICKS NEW COMMANDER
BOSTON, MASS.--Winding up its 1940 convention, the American Legion elects Milo J. Warner of Toledo to be national commander for the coming year. He succeeds Raymond J. Kelly of Detroit.
GARNER RETURNS TO CAPITAL
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Ending his unexplained absence of three months, during which he remained at his Texas home, the Vice-President comes back to (illegible text)pitol Hill. He is expected to fight for early adjournment of Congress.
MODERN "SINBAD" COMES HOME
SEATTLE, WASH.--The end of an exciting 50,000-mile sagal Dwight Long, 27, returns after six years from a sail around the world in a 32-foot boat. His home town turns out to give him a gala welcome.
CATS COME "OUT OF THE BAG"
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Cats--all sizes, shapes and pedigrees--take part in a special exhibit and show at the World's Fair. Persians, Siamese, Manx and "just pussies"--but they'll delight you with their kittenish antics.
"OUR BOOTS" WINS THE FUTURITY
BELMONT PARK, N. Y.--25,000 turf fans see the six-to-one shot annex $87,400 racing classic, nosing out the favorite, King Cole, and winning by a length and a half. A spectacular victory!
GRIDIRON THRILLS OF THE WEEK
Michigan Trounces California
BERKELEY, CALIF.--Paced by the fast-stepping Tom Harmon, the Wolverines ride rough-shod over the Golden Bears, 41-0. Harmon gallops 94 yards through the entire opposition to score!
Minnesota Tops Washington
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.--40,000 thrilled football fans see the hard-hitting "Gopher" eleven outscore the "Huskies," 19-14, in a gridiron thriller. Franck's 98-yard kick-off gallop is one of the highlights!
VOLUME XII - 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-09-30, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Economic depressions, Elections, Presidents, Legislatures, Great Depression, 1929-1941, 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 917, October 7, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 917 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 12 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 917 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 12 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 917
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
PRESIDENT DEDICATES NEW SCHOOL
EAST PARK, N. Y.--Pres. Roosevelt officiates at the dedication of the Franklin D. Roosevelt School. Young people will be trained here, he says, "not for labor camps--but for intelligent exercise of the righ...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Franklin Roosevelt, and election campaigns.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 917
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
PRESIDENT DEDICATES NEW SCHOOL
EAST PARK, N. Y.--Pres. Roosevelt officiates at the dedication of the Franklin D. Roosevelt School. Young people will be trained here, he says, "not for labor camps--but for intelligent exercise of the right to vote."
WILLKIE PLEDGES HELP TO LABOR
PITTSBURGH, PA.--The Republican campaigner gets a big ovation in Pittsburgh, where he promises to "clear out all "Reds" and their "fellow travelers" from the government. He pledges his efforts to maintain the rights of labor.
ON THE WAR FRONT
London Digs Out After Raid
Five weeks of ruthless bomb attacks finds London hard hit but ready for the worst! During a lull in air raids, streets are cleared and wrecked buildings searched for victims.
U. S. Destroyers Reach England
First of the over-age destroyers traded to Britain get a rousing greeting as they reach port. A welcome addition to the British fleet! Meanwhile, Prime Minister Churchill visits London docks to inspect air raid damage.
Young Survivors of U-Boat Sinking Safe
It's "thumbs up" by English kiddies who were rescued after a submarine torpedoed their evacuation liner, City of Benares. Many perished, but these survivors are happy to be alive!
MOVIE HONORS KNUTE ROCKNE
SOUTH BEND, IND.--The screen version of the life of Notre Dame's famed football mentor has a gala premiere, with scores of film celebrities on hand for the event. Pat O'Brien plays the role of Rockne.
MIDGET AUTO TESTED BY ARMY
BALTIMORE, MD.--Uncle Sam's "Doughboys" may ride to war in a tiny auto, the "Bantam," which holds three men and a machine gun, and can hit 60 M.P.H. The versatile car can "take it," too, as tests prove.
GRAND DUCHESS HERE ON CLIPPER
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Grand Duchess Charlotte, exiled ruler of Luxembourg, arrives from Portugal on the Yankee Clipper, with her mother, Princess Marie Ann. The Prince Consort and her children meet her at the pier.
GRIDIRON THRILLS OF THE WEEK
Tennessee Topples Duke, 13-0
KNOXVILLE, TENN.--A fighting, driving "Volunteer" team overpowers the favored "Blue Devils" in a thrilling battle before 42,000 fans.
Notre Dame Trounces Pacific, 25-7
SOUTH BEND, IND.--"Fighting Irish" power proves too much for the Pacific College gridders, who bow before the "Irish" by a big margin.
WORLD SERIES HIGHLIGHTS
Thrilling action scenes in the struggle between the Detroit "Tigers" and the Cincinnati "Reds," as the teams are tied on the eve of the crucial last-game test. Home runs galore, and both "nines" tied at three-all as they go into the final game!
VOLUME XII - 1940
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-10-07, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Election campaigns, Labor and unions, Legislatures, Presidents, Blitz, September 1940-May 1941, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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