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Universal Newsreels, Release 1, December 28, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and theaters.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and theaters.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME 3 NUMBER 1
UNEMPLOYMENT HIT AS 6,000 MEN GET WORK AT NEW AUTO PLANT
(110)
EDGEWATER, N. J. -- Industry makes considerable dent in ranks of jobless as regiments of mechanics march to places and hop to task of turning out cars at rate of one each forty-six minutes. Absorption of...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and theaters.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME 3 NUMBER 1
UNEMPLOYMENT HIT AS 6,000 MEN GET WORK AT NEW AUTO PLANT
(110)
EDGEWATER, N. J. -- Industry makes considerable dent in ranks of jobless as regiments of mechanics march to places and hop to task of turning out cars at rate of one each forty-six minutes. Absorption of this large group one of most significant in turning tide of economic conditions.
INAUGURATE ELECTRIC TIMER AT OPENING OF WINTER RACE MEET
(67)
AGUA CALIENTE, Mexico -- New device, which catches flying thoroughbreds at fixed points of course, records Caruso's victory in Christmas Handicap, feature of initial program of beautiful new course, at 1 min., 12 2-5 sec., for the six furlongs, and is proved a masterpiece of accuracy.
WRECKERS LOWER FINAL CURTAIN ON 2,000,000 DRAMA FLOP
(55)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Century theater, finest of its kind on American continent when built 21 years ago, is torn down to make room for modern skyscraper to face Central Park. Debris topples from 90-foot high proscenium which revealed more failures than any other in metropolis and is gobbled up by giant jaws of steam shovels.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. -- Mother Goose comes true! -- Only this time it's Marion and her little ram.
(65)
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. -- Nippon actors stage thriller! -- Imperial artists here to entertain lovers of Japanese theater art.
(63)
TURKOMAN, S. S. R. -- Soviet educates peasant women! -- Drastic move to liberate fair sex from centuries of ignorance.
(50)
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J. -- Firemen introduce broom-hockey! -- Smoke-eaters star in latest ice sport.
(57)
FAMOUS CATARACT DONS WINTRY CLOAK AFTER RECENT STORM
(53)
NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y. -- Throngs gather at frozen edges of great natural wonder to gaze on its crystal beauties and to toboggan down steep ice-clad slopes which, in other times, are roaring sheets of downpouring water. Scene this year one of the most beautiful ever known.
MARIONETTES APPEAR IN HOLIDAY PLAY OF ALICE IN WONDERLAND
(100)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Annual frolic for children and grown-ups includes captivating performance by puppets so life-like that their unreality, as behind-scenes manipulation is revealed, spices what has come to be a fixture in seasonal novelties.
LONDOS RETAINS MAT TITLE IN THRILLING BOUT WITH HOLUBAN
(89)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Newest sensation of wrestling world, using airplane or pinwheel whirl to throw his 240-pound opponent to floor of ring, finally leaps on fallen challenger, obtains half nelson and wins about in 20 min., 47 sec., while $50,000, crowd which jams Madison Square Garden bursts into frenzy. Half of proceeds go to aid of unemployed.
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-12-28, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Theater buildings, Heads of state, Trade and Commerce, Family and Culture, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 3, January 5, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 3 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Herbert Hoover, airplane pilots.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 3 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 7 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Herbert Hoover, airplane pilots.
Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-05, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Airplane pilots, International travel, Presidents, Navies, 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 4, January 8, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (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. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and capsizing ships.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (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. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and capsizing ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 4
CAPTAIN AND CREW REFUSE TO ABANDON GROUNDED FREIGHTER
WEST HAMPTON, N. Y. -- Coast guard fights way through angry seas to rescue men of the stranded William N. Page, but they will not quit their ship -- Airplane drops life line for breeches buoy but it is snapped in two whe...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and capsizing ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 4
CAPTAIN AND CREW REFUSE TO ABANDON GROUNDED FREIGHTER
WEST HAMPTON, N. Y. -- Coast guard fights way through angry seas to rescue men of the stranded William N. Page, but they will not quit their ship -- Airplane drops life line for breeches buoy but it is snapped in two when boat rolls in the mountainous waves.
PROSPERITY DRIVE AIDED BY STUDIOS RECORD LUMBER BUY
(86)
UNIVERSAL CITY, Cal. -- Carl Laemmle purchases 1,800,000 feet to be used on new construction scheduled for later but rushed now to help unemployed. -- One hundred and twelve trucks required to carry boards through Los Angeles to Hollywood, stretching in line for fifteen miles.
CHAMPIONS RACE IN 5TH ANNUAL MIDWINTER OUTBOARD REGATTA
(71)
MIAMI, Fla. -- Crowd of 10,000 persons watch Travis Chestnut, Jacksonville driver, win major honors, hitting up a speed of 41.2 miles an hour -- Many other thrilling runs with spills at the sharp turns.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
HARTFORD, Conn. -- Major James J. Tunney steals show! -- Ex-champ holds spotlight at brilliant inaugural ball of Gov. Cross.
(49)
EVANSTON, Ill. -- Society forms Anti-thug Club! -- Elite vigilantes in arms against gangland's inroads.
(57)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Ambassador becomes President! -- Dr. Ricardo Alfaro new head of Panama after revolution.
(34)
PORTLAND, Ore. -- Scientific amateur baffles savants! -- Entombed in icy bier for 30 minutes, Mrs. Moro emerges a trifle chilly but unharmed.
(73)
LAUNCH 10,000-TON CRUISER; FIRST SINCE NAVAL AGREEMENT
(82)
LIVORNO, Italy -- New Warship Gorizia, which is 600 feet long and 72 feet wide, speeds through the waves at 32 knots an hour, one of the fastest cruisers afloat.
GIRL FLIERS SMASH ENDURANCE RECORD DESPITE MISHAPS
(81)
INGLEWOOD, Cal. -- Bobbie Trout and Edna May Cooper beat mark for women and seek to stay in the air longer than the Hunter Brothers. Adverse weather does not daunt their spirits in the slightest and they say they are out to win.
SOVIET REMITS DEATH PENALTY OF ACCUSED IN TREASON TRIAL
(111)
MOSCOW, U. S. S. R. -- Eight sentenced to prison as plotters of foreign intervention -- Professor Leonid K. Ramsin, famous scientist, cheered when his order to be shot was commuted, along with four others. -- Crowd of 10,000 surround court room awaiting decree.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-08, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Sinking ships, Navies, Heads of state, 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 4, January 7, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and economic depressions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and economic depressions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 4
FATHER COX'S ARMY REACHES CAPITAL TO PETITION CONGRESS
(86)
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Followed by a host of idle, 10,000 strong, the Rev. James R. Cox, of Pittsburgh, presents the demands of the "hunger caravan" to the Federal Government. In Capitol Plaza extra police guards...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and economic depressions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 4
FATHER COX'S ARMY REACHES CAPITAL TO PETITION CONGRESS
(86)
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Followed by a host of idle, 10,000 strong, the Rev. James R. Cox, of Pittsburgh, presents the demands of the "hunger caravan" to the Federal Government. In Capitol Plaza extra police guards are ordered out as a precautionary measure but the demonstration is peaceful with the marchers concentrating entirely on rations of sauerkraut and frankfurters. After a tedious rain-soaked trek from Pennsylvania, wet but not discouraged, they stand behind their religious leader and urge the solons to action. A $5,000,000,000 bond issue to carry on government building works is asked for jobless relief.
FELINE QUEENS VIE IN SEASON'S OPENING THOROUGHBRED SHOW
(75)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- The first meet of the year attracts 136 entries for the Atlantic Cat Club competition. The contenders rank from the Siamese Royal breed and fluffy Persians to ex-alley cats. Rosedear, Dresden Cotton Tom, Sir Boss of Khiva, and Yum Yum strut their stuff and prove to spectators and judges that they deserve to be called "aristo-cats," in a great exhibit, the proceeds of which go to the fund for unemployed.
EX-CHAMPION RUNNER HOOFS FOR $1,000 PRIZE IN LONG DANCE GRIND
(130)
NEWARK, N. J. -- Joie Ray, one-time world's greatest middle-distance cinderpath star, turns to the goofy gallop for the dollars he may win. Teamed with Alice Krug, of St. Albans, New York, he has trudged around Dreamland Park pavilion floor since October 22. And the once great amateur speed king is just as chesty as he was in the palmiest days of his career. Necessity drove him to such competition as this, and, he declares, he can't eat the trophies his track activities brought him.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
BOSTON, Mass. -- Police army speeds deported Red! -- Wm. T. Murdock shipped to Liverpool as undesirable alien.
(64)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Babe Ruth starts pre-baseball conditioning! -- King of Swat to demand $80,000 for 1932 season.
(73)
PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- Barnyard athletes battle for mat title! -- Odd adversaries meet for rural wrestling crown.
(68)
RECORD RAINS FLOOD HEART OF CITY AND RUIN CROP HARVEST
WATSONVILLE, Cal. -- Homes are deserted by hundreds of residents as the rising Pajaro River threatens to break over the levees and engulf the entire community. The heaviest rainfall in nearly a score of years causes the rushing stream to inundate the whole business section of this city, and leaving in the flood's wake irreparable damage to orchards and rich farm land.
While in another part of the state, at Truckee, the whole countryside is snowed under by a raging blizzard, whose ferocity is beyond the recollection of the oldest inhabitant.
DARING PILOT RISKS NECK ACHIEVING NEW AQUAPLANE THRILLER
(78)
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Mounting a glider on pontoons, Fred Jones takes off from Lake Conway, as Bud Jones riding an aquaplane under the motorless flying ship, swings from his conveyance to the landing gear of the plane. Where the slightest miss may mean a fatality, the two daredevils perform with nicety and precision in a hazardous stunt designed to stir the blood of a mummy.
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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
1932-01-07, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Charles de Gaulle, 1890-1970
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, Economic depressions, Unemployment, Heads of state, Navies, 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 6, January 18, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 6 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Babe Ruth and Alfred Emanuel Smith.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 6 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Babe Ruth and Alfred Emanuel Smith.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 1930 NUMBER 6
BELGIAN PRINCESS IS PRINCE HUMBERT'S BRIDE
ROME, ITALY
(163)
King Albert rides with Italy's Ruler as thousands cheer procession of royalty
1. Queen Elizabeth of Belgium and Queen Elena of Italy
2. Enormous crowds hail the newlyweds who appear on the Palace balcony...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Babe Ruth and Alfred Emanuel Smith.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 1930 NUMBER 6
BELGIAN PRINCESS IS PRINCE HUMBERT'S BRIDE
ROME, ITALY
(163)
King Albert rides with Italy's Ruler as thousands cheer procession of royalty
1. Queen Elizabeth of Belgium and Queen Elena of Italy
2. Enormous crowds hail the newlyweds who appear on the Palace balcony
RUSH WORK TO REPAIR WRECKED HOOVER OFFICE
WASHINGTON, D.C.
(51)
President sees extra force hustling to restore White House wing damaged by fire
FRENCH GIRLS RACE IN TEN MILE "MARATHON"
PARIS, FRANCE
(63)
Bare knees flash as skirtless runners dash across country
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
MIAMI, FLA.
(96)
Ex-Gov. "Al" Smith, Democrats' "hope," begins vacation in the South
1. Greased pole wrestling as uncertain as politics
GOBS TURN "DOUGHBOYS"
TACOMA, WASH.
(62)
Modern bakeshop is installed on giant plane carrier, Lexington
"BABE" GETS A NEW BAT
ST. PETERSBURG, FLA.
(53)
Ruth swaps his hickory for golf club as he and the "missus" invade Southern links
SHORT HAIR MUST GO SAY EXPERTS AT SHOW
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
(103)
New coiffures at convention of Beauty Culturists doom boyish styles
1. But Bridget insists on a short trim
RAGING SEAS SWAMP LIFEBOATS IN SURF RACE
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
(94)
Thrilling mishaps baffle coast guards in annual contest Exclusive Pictures
GEN. EDWARDS FLAYS DRYS AT HUB MEETING
FANEUIL HALL, BOSTON
(158)
"Father of 26th Division" calls Prohibition futile at "Death of Liberty Memorial"
1. Meanwhile Government agents continue their uphill fight
2. European wine marts celebrate a record year
3. In Germany the steins work overtime
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-01-18, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Babe Ruth, 1895-1948, Alfred Emanuel Smith, 1873-1944
Topic / Theme
Athletes, Politicians, Vacations, 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 6, January 15, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 6 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 1 min
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Marine Corps, Richard Nixon, and Dwight Eisenhower.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 6 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 1 min
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Marine Corps, Richard Nixon, and Dwight Eisenhower.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER (illegible text)
MARSHALL JOFFRE GOES TO HIS LAST RESTING PLACE
(110)
PARIS, France -- Hero of the World War is followed by soldiers, statesmen and citizens, after an impressive ceremonial.
(64)
-- and in New York --
The passing of a great humanitarian, Nathan Straus...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Marine Corps, Richard Nixon, and Dwight Eisenhower.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER (illegible text)
MARSHALL JOFFRE GOES TO HIS LAST RESTING PLACE
(110)
PARIS, France -- Hero of the World War is followed by soldiers, statesmen and citizens, after an impressive ceremonial.
(64)
-- and in New York --
The passing of a great humanitarian, Nathan Straus, is marked by touching simplicity. Messages of condolence came from all over the world at the death of the 82-year-old philanthropist.
NEW MOTOR MONSTER, "BLUE BIRD," TO BID FOR WORLD SPEED RECORD
(67)
BROOKLANDS, Eng. -- Captain Malcolm Campbell ready for attack on Segrave record -- he hopes this 1,450 horse-power machine will reach 240 miles an hour at Daytona tests.
THOUSANDS OF WILD DUCKS FIND HAVEN IN MUNICIPAL REFUGE
(53)
OAKLAND, Cal. -- Honkers flee onslaught of hunters on the shores of Lake Meritt, which is a safety zone for game birds, and where they can take advantage of a free lunch hand-out. -- And they get it without standing in bread line.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Primo Carnera arrives! -- Italian White Hope matched with winner of Schmeling-Stribling bout.
(36)
MIAMI, Fla. -- Pilot pinched for parking! -- Autogiro lands in wrong place; greeted by cop and a ticket.
(65)
DETROIT, Mich. -- Cow milk for orphaned porkers! -- Motherless piggies thrive on liquid diet.
(54)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Waitress stage annual obstacle race! -- Fearful havoc wrought on innocent chinaware and cutlery.
(52)
3 DEAD, 30 HURT, AS CRACK FLYER SKIDS ON SLIPPERY RAILS
(51)
CARLISLE, Scotland -- Car victims are buried alive but many are dug out of slag heap by soldier rescuers. Heroic calmness is displayed by women and children. -- Many remarkable escapes.
"FULL STEAM AHEAD" FOR BIG BUSINESS AS JOBLESS GET WORK
(116)
QUINCY, Mass. -- Millions are given employment as steel mills in Pittsburgh expand activities, ship building work at Fore River booms, and building projects get under way all over the country. -- Naval appropriation of $78,000,000. helps the big success drive along.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-15, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Employment, Industry, Marines, Presidents, 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 9, January 25, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 9 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 14 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Coast Guard rescuing flood victims.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 9 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 14 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Coast Guard rescuing flood victims.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 9
COAST GUARD SPEEDS TO RESCUE VICTIMS OF NEW FLOOD PERIL
(143)
GREENWOOD, Miss. -- Thousands of families trapped by rushing waters overflowing the dikes of the Tallahatchie and Yazoo Rivers are brought relief by a fleet of powerful motorboats from Wisconsin and Chicago stations of the Se...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Coast Guard rescuing flood victims.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 9
COAST GUARD SPEEDS TO RESCUE VICTIMS OF NEW FLOOD PERIL
(143)
GREENWOOD, Miss. -- Thousands of families trapped by rushing waters overflowing the dikes of the Tallahatchie and Yazoo Rivers are brought relief by a fleet of powerful motorboats from Wisconsin and Chicago stations of the Service. The leaking levees strand cattle and home-owners in the inundated regions of the Tippo Basin. Convict labor, imported from penal institutions, work feverishly to re-establish sand bag dams between the rising floods and the endangered victims.
FOOD AND FUEL GIVEN JOBLESS AS WAGES IN NEW CIVIC WORK PLAN
(101)
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Under the direction of City Manager George W. Welsh, a unique method of dealing with the unemployment problem has been successfully introduced in this community, by which the worker and the city benefit. Hundreds of idle men are employed on highway and street improvement projects for which they receive supplies from the municipal relief stations. The profits from using such labor are turned back into further civic improvements.
STIRRING DISPLAY OF MILITARY STRENGTH HAILED BY EMPEROR
(84)
TOKYO, Japan -- Regiment on regiment of infantry, artillery, and cavalry file by Mikado Hirohito in a resplendent review on the Yoyogi parade grounds as squadrons of combat airplanes zoom through the skies above, in the annual demonstration for His Imperial Majesty. Flanked by foreign legations from every country in the world the ruler of the Empire is impressed by the precision of his forces, marching before him 10,000 strong. The Army reveals a strongly equipped, well-trained force.
RAILWAY CREWS DEFY BIG SNOWS IN FURIOUS RIGHT-OF-WAY BATTLE
(92)
CUMBRES, Col. -- Through the deep gorges of the Rocky Mountain passes, the huge plows hum, cut their way into the heavy snow. A 23-foot fall leaves drifts of more than 40 feet in many places, and the heavy duty machines bore into the blocked passages, tossing the piled-up snow as far as 300 feet from the tracks, finally bringing daylight to the completely engulfed village. Transcontinental traffic is eventually resumed after the intrepid engineers clear the way over the mountainous ranges.
SUDS FLOW AGAIN AS U.S. RENEWS WAR ON GANGSTER BEER KINGS
(69)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Led by Deputy Prohibition Administrator Elliott Ness, the raiders demolish a brewery said to belong to the chain operated by Al Capone. Vats, brewing the unmentionable liquid are found, and workers, wheeling scores of barrels of beer to the street, dump the amber fluid into the gutters. Illicit beverages valued, according to those in charge, in excess of $80,000, are totally destroyed.
MODERN CITY RAZED TO UNCOVER RUINS OF ANCIENT METROPOLIS
(93)
HERCULANEUM, Italy -- The town of Resina is destroyed so that the old capital may be restored. Buried under the fury of Mt. Vesuvius in the 79 A.D. eruption which obliterated Pompeii, this city of antiquity gave way to the modern centre, erected on the lava discharged by the volcano. Laborers have been working since 1925 on the rebirth of this forgotten city, and these are among the first pictures permitted of the huge project, which lays bare a hint of the ancient splendor that was Rome.
FISHING STRIKE TIES UP TUNA INDUSTRY IN LOW-PRICE PROTEST
(78)
SAN PEDRO, Cal. -- To battle the low rates offered by the canners, 4,000 fishermen, operating craft valued at $9,000,000, successfully cripple a $50,000,000 trade. Fish Harbor is jammed with idle boats as the belligerent sailors roam the beach, readying their vessels for their return to the waters when the disagreement is settled.
FAMED ATHLETES VIE IN MOUNTAIN TOURNEY FOR PICCARD SKI CUP
(117)
OBER GURGL, Austria -- In the Oetztaler Alps, in the heart of the picturesque Tyrol, experts from all over Europe gather to compete for the trophy offered by Professor Piccard in gratitude for his rescue near Ober Gurgl, after his stratosphere balloon had fallen last year. The race is featured by breathtaking jumps over the winding mountainous course and is won by Jennewein Schoepf after a thrilling performance.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-01-25, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Government aid, Municipal government, Unemployment, 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 24, March 19, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 24 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Franklin Roosevelt, and military academies.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 24 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 7 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Franklin Roosevelt, and military academies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 24
PRESIDENT AND OFFICIALS HONOR VISITING PRINCES
(120)
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -- Wales and his brother George guests of General Uriburu, nation's chief, and F. Medina, Minister of War, at maneuvers by students at school, including artillery, in...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Franklin Roosevelt, and military academies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 24
PRESIDENT AND OFFICIALS HONOR VISITING PRINCES
(120)
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina -- Wales and his brother George guests of General Uriburu, nation's chief, and F. Medina, Minister of War, at maneuvers by students at school, including artillery, infantry and athletic drills. Heir to British throne springs a new uniform at review.
MILITARY ACADEMY THESPIANS SCORE HIT IN ANNUAL SHOW
(98)
WEST POINT, N. Y. -- Musical comedy, presented by Cadet Corps under direction of Charles L. Decker, Oskaloosa, Kan., member, shows young future generals in trappings of chorus girls; reveals splendid ensembles and proves to be most successful ever offered.
BELATED BLIZZARD PARALYZES TRAFFIC ON RECORD COLD DAY
(79)
LONDON, England -- With unprecedented blasts of snow and temperature forced down to 42 above zero, setting March mark, metropolis encounters great suffering. Transportation disrupted, cars and buses slowed down to a creep and many historic spots almost obliterated by white blanket. Coal shortage adds to peril.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
BROOKLYN, N. Y. -- Rammed freighter barely makes pier! -- 7 seamen injured in head-on river crash.
(46)
UNIVERSAL CITY, Cal. -- Invents "Kaleidoscope-Organ"! -- Optical scientists honor C. R. Hunter for odd musical-screen novelty.
(91)
RUEDERSDORF, Germany -- Blast mountain for talc! -- Ton of dynamite detonated to dislodge valuable mineral.
(60)
ORIGINALITY MARKS ANNUAL TOURNEY OF JUVENILE KITE-FLIERS
(73)
OAKLAND, Cal.--Youngsters, competing for gold and cash prizes, trophies, etc., introduce weird and startling air models into contest. Competition, a regular spring holiday for boys, takes on air of a civic event and attracts thousands of spectators to field.
ROYALTY WITNESSES PUBLIC INVESTITURE OF CARDINAL FOSSATI
(118)
TURIN, Italy -- The Prince of Piedmont, future King, and his wife, with the Duke of Aosta, are among the thousands who welcome prelate to his See, participating in demonstration as he is installed as Archbishop. Solemn and magnificent religious pageant is feature of rites.
OUTBOARD ACE RULED OUT OF TROPHY LEAD AFTER RECORD HEAT
(82)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Hub Myers, of Bay City, Michigan, sets a mark of 41.06 miles per hour in dash for E. H. R. Green trophy, but he and ten others are adjudged guilty of beating the starting gun, with result that his time is thrown out and contest, declared illegal, is postponed a day.
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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
1931-03-19, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Military academies, Musical performances, Presidents, 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 26, March 24, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 26 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United States Military Academy at West Point, Harry S. Truman, and money.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 26 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United States Military Academy at West Point, Harry S. Truman, and money.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 26
DEATH LIST HITS 358 AS TORNADO WREAKS HAVOC IN SOUTHLAND
(113)
NORTHPORT, Ala. -- Striking with sabre-like thrusts, twisting winds slash through five southern states leaving a wake of ruin and horror. Broken communications delay the tabulation of the...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United States Military Academy at West Point, Harry S. Truman, and money.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 26
DEATH LIST HITS 358 AS TORNADO WREAKS HAVOC IN SOUTHLAND
(113)
NORTHPORT, Ala. -- Striking with sabre-like thrusts, twisting winds slash through five southern states leaving a wake of ruin and horror. Broken communications delay the tabulation of the tragedies wrought by the deadly gales that hurled human beings into oblivion; tore thousands of homes from their foundations; uprooted forests of trees; wiped out railroads; and tossed cattle into the air with a merciless fury. Rescuers and rehabilitation workers comb the region through miles of desolate wreckage searching for survivors and bringing succor to the injured. National guard units, Red Cross detachments, American Legion posts, and Salvation Army lassies labor tirelessly to relieve stricken Dixie.
PHARLAP, AUSTRALIAN WONDER HORSE, WINS $50,000 TURF CLASSIC
(123)
AGUA CALIENTE, Mexico -- Running away from 9 of America's best thoroughbreds, the giant gelding romps home with a new track record in the feature race of the meet. Fifteen thousand thrilled fans marvel at the power of the Big Red Terror as he crosses the finish line two lengths in front of the field, in the remarkable time of 2:02 4/5. Starting slowly, Billy Elliott, the wise jockey from "Down Under," gives his mount an easy ride until the field moves into the backstretch. Here a burst of speed outdistances all entries, putting the invader into the lead as the panting steeds maneuver for position rounding into the homestretch. Picking up a challenge from J. A. Best's Reveille Boy, the pride of the Antipodes runs him into the ground. Pharlap's masterful performance adds $50,050 to his all-time winnings of $282,000 and places him second only to Sun Beau.
RUBBER FUMES FELL SCORE OF FIREMEN AT 4-ALARM $100,000 BLAZE
(83)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Battling the licking flames, details of men enter the roaring inferno to stamp out the danger at its source. Clouds of black acrid smoke, belching from the three-story rubber-tire factory, fling the fighters back on their heels, in their attack to limit the flames to the one structure. Police rescue squads, rushed to the scene, prevent tragedy by donning gas masks and performing heroic feats in carrying the unconscious daredevils from the range of the sickening odor. Pressing pulmotors into instant service the intrepid firemen are revived, as their comrades carry-on, finally extinguishing the conflagration, after 20 of their fellows succumb to the deadly smoke clouds.
NATION CELEBRATES ANNUAL PICTURESQUE "FETE DE LAS FLORES"
(89)
SANTA ANITA, Mexico -- With the cream of the country's beauties lining the banks of the colorful canals, the entire populace, coming from every part of the Republic, revel in the yearly pageant of flowers. Depicting the hectic history of the nation, the canoe procession floats down the waters electrifying the throngs of joyous natives with the gorgeous tableaux. Young and old, ugly and beautiful, take part in the festival. A riot of color out-doing all other national fiestas.
GOVERNMENT HOLDS RECORD LOTTERY TO AID "FIVE-YEAR PLAN"
(75)
NOVOSIBIRSK, U.S.S.R. -- Eager ticket-holders of all races jam into the Republic's local headquarters to attend the awarding of prizes in the drawing that has attracted hundreds in the vicinity of this township. Forty nationalities of farmers and factory hands have purchased numbers in support of this movement by the Soviet financiers to enrich the country's treasury. The lucky slips are redeemable at 5,000 rubles each, and the anxiety of the uniquely mixed populace is heightened by the tedious posting of each set of numbers. A rare document from darkest Siberia.
CITIZENS MINT WOOD COIN AS BANK FAILURE TIES UP CASH SUPPLY
(105)
TENINO, Wash. -- Faced with an acute shortage of currency as the populace are forced to await the liquidation of its defunct depository, the Board of Trade decides to issue legal tender of its own. Printers work at top speed to meet the demand for the bills made of veneer plywood in denominations of 25c., 50c., and $1. Awaiting the return of federal money, citizens of the community use their own, which is accepted everywhere in the town. The article attracts the attention of the nation and swiftly becomes desirable to curio collectors, already being quoted at thrice its value in numismatic marts.
BURNING AND LOOTING TERRORIZE NATIVES' RETURN AFTER TRUCE
(192)
SHANGHAI, China -- With Chapei in ruins, refugees from the razed city rush through the scenes of desolation back to the mean places they once called home, as miserable free-booters dash through the wreckage setting fires without restraints. Eventually captured by the alert guards, they are dealt summary punishment, as the natives, in a panic of despair, battle wildly for permission to pass through the lines back to their pillaged quarters. A picture that will be indelibly stamped in one's memory. Meanwhile delegations from the warring factions call an armistice at the behest of world powers to settle the trouble without further bloodshed. Japanese troops on the battle front continue to hold their position, as the 19th Route Army of the Chinese moves westward in retreat after a bitterly fought engagement lasting five weeks.
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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
1932-03-24, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Horse racing, Money, Military academies, Presidents, 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 29, April 4, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 29 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 10 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about government and public housing.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 29 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 10 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about government and public housing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 29
ARMY OBSERVES 15th ANNIVERSARY OF U.S. ENTRY IN WORLD WAR
(80)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Reviewed by General John J. Pershing, 18,000 marchers fill famous Fifth Avenue with a riot of military color as the picturesque procession moves along the thoroughfare in observance of the day. Emphasizing the nat...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about government and public housing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 29
ARMY OBSERVES 15th ANNIVERSARY OF U.S. ENTRY IN WORLD WAR
(80)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Reviewed by General John J. Pershing, 18,000 marchers fill famous Fifth Avenue with a riot of military color as the picturesque procession moves along the thoroughfare in observance of the day. Emphasizing the nation's preparedness in contrast to our plight a decade and a half ago, crack units of the Army, Navy, and Marine Corps salute the one-time commander of the A.E.F. Flanked by a four-star general's flag and the banner that was with him at Chaumont, America's premier soldier is hailed by the veterans who fought with him during the great conflict.
SHOTGUNS FLASH AS IRATE CITIZENS FIGHT RISE IN WATER RATES
(108)
MIDLOTHIAN, Ill. -- Residents of the community, following the leadership of the town fathers, rebel against a 50 percent jump in the price scale and employ drastic methods to prevent the company from enforcing the revised schedule. Village Clerk Schallerer sets the pace by pitching a pup-tent over the shut-off valve to his home, claiming "squatter rights." Firearms appear in all quarters, brandished by the incensed populace to stop the cutting off of the source of supply, as the volunteer fire department aids the populace by bringing them water from distant wells.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
COVINGTON, Ky. -- Car companies in anti-accident drive! -- Conductors learn jobs of motormen in case of emergency.
(96)
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. -- Spring is here! -- West Coast couple out to set new record for flag-pole DANCING.
(73)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Gotham police adopt startling new gas device! -- Odd dingus expected to prevent suffocation fatalities.
(73)
CITY LAUNCHES GIANT PROJECT TO COMBAT GREED OF LANDLORDS
(103)
VIENNA, Austria -- Protecting its people against profiteering, local officials solve the perplexing problem by sponsoring the world's greatest housing development. Huge apartment buildings, complete communities in themselves, are erected to stamp out the evil sound the doom of oppression in a municipal movement that attracts the attention of the world. The unique plan assures the poor of ample sunshine and good homes. Burgomeister Karl Seitz swings open the doors on the latest addition, containing 60,000 apartments, the most gigantic dwelling project in history.
SURVIVORS RE-ENACT EPIC BATTLE IN HONOR OF FALLEN COMRADES
MIAOHANGCHEN, China -- Depicting the heroism that inspired a heroic volunteer detachment to penetrate the murderous artillery and machine gun fire of strongly entrenched Chinese troops, the Ninth Division of the 24th Mixed Brigade portrays the bitter battle with all the vividness of reality. Protected by acres of closely entangled barbed wire the defenders had defied the invading forces and showered death from the impregnable position. A company of engineers loaded with dynamite charges rushed into the disputed area. They were blown to bits, but the blasts opened the way for their regiment to pour through and win their objective. The awesome drama is performed again as 10,000 soldiers participate in a memorial for the fallen heroes whose act turned certain defeat into victory.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-04-04, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Municipal government, Public housing, 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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