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Universal Newsreels, Release 167, July 31, 1933
in Universal Newsreels, Release 167 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1933, originally published 1933), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and government policies.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 167 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1933, originally published 1933), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and government policies.
Date Written / Recorded
1933
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1933-07-31, 1933
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government policy, Heads of state, Vacations, Presidents, Democrats (U.S. political party), 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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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.
Sample
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
'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 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
(illegible text)
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'
Build up a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre with the 'Scoop Newsreel of the World
(illegible text)
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
(illegible text)
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 737, January 16, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 737 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 6 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the Democratic Party, Felix Frankfurter, and government appointees.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 737 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 6 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the Democratic Party, Felix Frankfurter, and government appointees.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 737
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
DALADIER SEES NATIVE TROOPS
TUNIS, TUNISIA.--The French premier gets a triumphal ovation as he arrives on a state visit to offset Italian agitation.--At Ain-Tounin, on the Libyan frontier, he sees a stirring review of native troops (i...
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the Democratic Party, Felix Frankfurter, and government appointees.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 737
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
DALADIER SEES NATIVE TROOPS
TUNIS, TUNISIA.--The French premier gets a triumphal ovation as he arrives on a state visit to offset Italian agitation.--At Ain-Tounin, on the Libyan frontier, he sees a stirring review of native troops (illegible text) horsemen.
THOUSANDS AT RUPPERT RITES
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Impressive rites at St. Patrick's mark the passing of Col. Jacob Ruppert, wealthy (illegible text)rewer and owner of the N. Y. Yankees. Four thousand crowd the church, including Al Smith, Babe Ruth and others prominent in the nation and in the sport world.
FRANKFURTER WINS APPROVAL
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Assurance that Felix Frankfurter, Pres. Roosevelt's choice for the U.S. Supreme Court, will be ratified is seen following a hearing before a Senate Judiciary Sub-committee, at which the jurist denies Communistic affiliations.
10-IN. BLIZZARD GRIPS GOTHAM
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Old Man Winter hits Manhattan with a snowy vengeance, burying the city streets under a 10-inch blanket, snarling traffic and keeping millions indoors until snow-fighting trucks and workers gain the upper hand.
CRUISE SPORTS FASHIONS SEEN
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The latest styles for deck games and other sports for Winter cruises are displayed by pretty models during a colorful show on board the S. S. Rex. The new "Zippy" fasteners are nautically practiced.
NEW FIRE-PROOF SUIT TESTED
TURIN, ITALY.--A novel asbestos garment that protects the weaver from intense heat is demonstrated in amazing fashion by four men, back-bone of a future "Devil-Squad" for emergency use in case of fires during air raids.
ACE SKIER JUMPS 181 FEET
FOX RIVER GROVE, ILL.--Reidar Anderson, of Norway, steals the show at the Norge Ski Club's 33rd annual tournament, featuring daring skiing and jumping, with a thrilling take-off and prodigious leap down the snowy slope.
EARLY DELIVERY WINS RACE
MIAMI, FLA.--12,000 racing fans see the Stewart 3-year-old capture the $6,820 Inaugural Handicap at Hialeah Park, pounding down the homestretch to stave off a desperate last-second bid by Wise Prince.
ICE BOAT RACING HAS DEBUT
NORTON, MASS. -- Here's a "Zero Weather" sport that combines the thrill of sailing with the speed and "zip" of skating, and the season's opener finds a big class of ice boats getting away to fast starts and dangerous spills.
VOLUME XI -- 1939
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Date Written / Recorded
1939
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1939-01-16, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Felix Frankfurter, 1882-1965
Topic / Theme
National supreme courts, Government appointees, 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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