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Perspectives, Wendell Willkie
directed by Alan Landsburg, 1933-; produced by Alan Landsburg, 1933-, in Perspectives (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1962), 19 mins
Wendell Willkie never held a public office and as a politician he was an amateur. Find out how Willkie nearly won the presidency of the United States and why he didn't.
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directed by Alan Landsburg, 1933-; produced by Alan Landsburg, 1933-, in Perspectives (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1962), 19 mins
Description
Wendell Willkie never held a public office and as a politician he was an amateur. Find out how Willkie nearly won the presidency of the United States and why he didn't.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Alan Landsburg, 1933-, Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Author / Creator
Alan Landsburg, 1933-
Date Published / Released
1962
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Perspectives
Speaker / Narrator
Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944
Topic / Theme
Elections, National conventions, Politicians, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright 2008 A&E Television Networks
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United News, Release 109, 1944
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. The Republican Convention in Chicago (Governors Bricker, Dewey, Landon, and Warren; Representative Joseph W. Martin; Chairman Harrison E. Spangler; Senator Taft; Wendell Willkie). 2. Members of the new Italian cabinet; U.S. soldiers, including Gene...
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in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
Description
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. The Republican Convention in Chicago (Governors Bricker, Dewey, Landon, and Warren; Representative Joseph W. Martin; Chairman Harrison E. Spangler; Senator Taft; Wendell Willkie). 2. Members of the new Italian cabinet; U.S. soldiers, including General Mark Clark, attend mass. 3. President Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill of Rights; rehabilitation activities of servicemen. 4. 70,000 C...
This World War II-era newsreel includes the following segments: 1. The Republican Convention in Chicago (Governors Bricker, Dewey, Landon, and Warren; Representative Joseph W. Martin; Chairman Harrison E. Spangler; Senator Taft; Wendell Willkie). 2. Members of the new Italian cabinet; U.S. soldiers, including General Mark Clark, attend mass. 3. President Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill of Rights; rehabilitation activities of servicemen. 4. 70,000 Chinese laborers build an airfield in China.
UNITED NEWS
Produced by United Newsreel Corporation Released: June 30, 1944 Contents Sheet No. 109
1. REPUBLICANS NOMINATE DEWEY.
shows the Republican Convention in Chicago. Personages: Gov. Bricker, Gov. Dewey, Gov. Landon, Representative Joseph W. Martin, Chairman Harrison E. Spangler, Senator Taft, Gov. Warren, and Wendell Willkie.
2. NEW GOVERNMENT INSTALLED IN ROME.
shows members of the new Italian cabinet. U. S. soldiers, including Gen. Mark Clark, attend mass.
3. ROOSEVELT SIGNS "SOLDIERS' BILL".
Pres. Roosevelt signs the G. I. Bill of Rights. Shows rehabilitation activities of servicemen.
4. CHINA BUILDS AIRFIELDS FOR B-29 BOMBERS.
70,000 Chinese laborers build an airfield in China.
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1944-06-30, 1944
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Topic / Theme
Air Force bases, Construction, Government aid, Political conventions, Veterans (Armed services), World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 312, July 18, 1944
in Universal Newsreels, Release 312 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and politicians.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 312 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 7 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and politicians.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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THE DEMOCRATS CONVENE
CHICAGO STADIUM, CHICAGO--With the echoes of the GOP convention barely subsided within these walls, Chairman Robert Hannegan calls the Democratic National Convent...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and politicians.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
Building up a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre with the 'Scoop Newsreel of the World
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THE DEMOCRATS CONVENE
CHICAGO STADIUM, CHICAGO--With the echoes of the GOP convention barely subsided within these walls, Chairman Robert Hannegan calls the Democratic National Convention into session.
Personalities abound including Mrs. Claude Pepper of Florida, Congress-woman Mary Norton of New Jersey, Senator Jackson of Indiana (permanent chairman), Senator Scott Lucas, the old warrior James Farley and others.
Mrs. Charles Tillett of North Carolina addresses the Convention--then the glamorous Helen Gahagan (ex-Broadway star, wife of film star Melvyn Douglas, and herself a candidate for Congress from California) gives a thrilling speech.
Finally, Oklahoma's Chief Executive, the Honorable Robert S. Kerr, delivers the keynote address, which stirs its hearers, all the way down their spines.
INDEPENDENCE DAY IN EUROPE
In France--General Eisenhower observes General Bradley fire a giant howitzer which signals our massed artillery into a massed crescendo of fire. Behind the lines, the French string "Welcome" signs all over, improvise American flags, and a choral group of French children sing "America." They love our mow-oon-tains.
In Rome--Old Glory is raised at the Piazza Venezia, near the Victor Emanuel Memorial, scene of Nazi retreats.
CANADIANS ADVANCE
After a well earned rest, following the landing battles in Normandy, the Canadians return to the thick of the fighting at Cariquet. So severe is the fighting that some of the Canadian camera crew were killed while filming these shots. In their sector, the Yanks are blazing through the hedge rows with grenade guns.
WACS SEE EGYPT
Vacationing from Italy a group of WACS live the life of Cleopatra. After tip-toeing through a Mosque, they ride some miles on some camels getting an eyeful of the Sphinx and the Pyramids. Then they drift down the river in dhows. Wotta life.
THE BLACK WIDOW
HAWTHORNE, CALIF.--Uncle Sam reveals the Black Widow, the largest and most powerful pursuit plane in the world. It has the power of a Delsel locomotive, carries tremendous armament, and like the owl, it is a night flyer.
VOL. 17--312
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Date Published / Released
1944-07-18, 1944
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Political conventions, Politicians, Presidents, Democrats (U.S. political party), 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 314, July 25, 1944
in Universal Newsreels, Release 314 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Harry Truman, and Franklin Roosevelt.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 314 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Harry Truman, and Franklin Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
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DEMOCRATS NAME F. D. R. AND TRUMAN
THE STADIUM, CHICAGO--Excitement mounts at the Democratic National Convention as Senator Alben Barkley accredits President Roosevelt with the outstandi...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Harry Truman, and Franklin Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
Build up a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre with the 'Scoop Newsreel of the World
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DEMOCRATS NAME F. D. R. AND TRUMAN
THE STADIUM, CHICAGO--Excitement mounts at the Democratic National Convention as Senator Alben Barkley accredits President Roosevelt with the outstanding virtues of many of our previous presidents, then places his name in nomination. Pandemonium breaks loose.
From a West Coast Naval Station, Mister Roosevelt accepts the nomination. His clear cut speech, citing some of the high spots in his three administrations, rings out over the huge Chicago assembly.
Nominations for the Vice-Presidency are opened. Henry Wallace, Paul McNutt and Scott Lucas jockey into position but--the hand of destiny which has been guiding U. S. Senator Harry S. Truman of Missouri, projects him into the number two spot on the Democratic ticket.
"COMING BACK" AT CAPRI
Convalescent U. S. Airmen live a luxurious life at this resort island near Naples. Ice cream, baseball, bathing and dancing capricious steps with beautiful young ladies--that's the ticket at Capri.
THE AQUATENNIAL
Minneapolis stages its beautiful annual Aquatennial as exceptional floats monopolize attention in a gigantic parade. And Rollo, weight about 450 lbs., unsuccessfully aspires to be Queen.
HARVESTING IN THE HILLS
WALLA WALLA, WASH.--20 horses pull giant combine harvester over the rolling hills of the Miller Bros. Ranch, cutting, threshing and sacking thousands of bushels of wheat.
VOL. 17--314
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Date Published / Released
1944-07-25, 1944
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Political conventions, Politicians, 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 470, June 24, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 470 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the New Deal.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 470 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the New Deal.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 470
DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION GETS UNDER WAY WITH KEYNOTE TALK
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Senator Barkley fires the first big gun of the Democratic convention in his keynote speech. With the Roosevelt-Garner ticket sure, the big job ahead is the Democratic plank and to find substitutions for the legislation nullified by the Sup...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the New Deal.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 470
DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION GETS UNDER WAY WITH KEYNOTE TALK
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Senator Barkley fires the first big gun of the Democratic convention in his keynote speech. With the Roosevelt-Garner ticket sure, the big job ahead is the Democratic plank and to find substitutions for the legislation nullified by the Supreme Court should the ticket be successful in the fall elections--which augers to be one of the bitterest fights of recent years.
AIM FOR NEW GLIDER MARKS
ELMIRA, N. Y.--Glider experts, assembling for their annual meet, see new records in sight as they ready their sailplanes for altitude and endurance flights. Improvements in the gliders during the past year will mean new records before the meet ends, they say.
ROYAL STUDENT AT SCHOOL
SUCEVITZ, RUMANIA.--Crown Prince Michael gets a colorful welcome from the peasants when he visits this historic village in the course of the students' trip through the country he will some day rule. But now he's just another student pursuing his studies.
BIRDS FIND GARDEN OF EDEN
VANCOUVER, B. C.--An amazing aviary has been established by Charles Edward Jones where 450 birds are housed in a tiny bit of paradise. Mr. James has raised most of the birds from fledglings and they have no fear of humans, all the varieties eating from your hand.
HOLD MASS FUNERAL FOR 12 CHILDREN DROWNED ON PICNIC
MACHIAS, ME.--A festive day for school children on their annual outing turns into tragedy as a motorboat founders only a few hundred yards off shore, carrying twelve children between five and thirteen to their death. Only four of the party were saved. Grieving parents hold a mass funeral for the victims and the entire town mourns the little victims of the terrible disaster.
GRASSHOPPERS PLAGUE FARMERS
PAWNEE, OKLA.--Millions of pests have destroyed valuable crops as a fight is waged to bring the plague under control before more damage is done. State and county officials are uniting to spread poison bran in the path of the destructive grasshoppers.
MORE NEWS A LA DIONNES
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON.--It only happens once in ten thousand times, but here's that once. Twin colts are born to a thoroughbred saddle mare--two strapping youngsters who have aroused the interest of the horse world for they're both healthy and normal in every respect.
SKATER TRIES "SUMMER ICE"
CHICAGO, ILL.--Kit Klein, attractive skating champion, has a look and a trial spin on a rink made by spreading a marvelous new chemical compound on boards with a brush. The startling discovery makes outdoor ice skating possible in weather fit only for bathing.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-06-24, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Alben William Barkley, 1877-1956, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Alben William Barkley, 1877-1956, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government policy, National conventions, New Deal, 1933-1938, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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