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Universal Newsreels, Release 223, February 12, 1934
in Universal Newsreels, Release 223 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, Harry S. Truman, and the military.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 223 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, Harry S. Truman, and the military.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VI Number 223
PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT ORDERS U. S. ARMY TO FLY AIR MAILS
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Following the grilling of former post-office officials by a Senate Committee, the government cancels all aerial mail contracts and orders the service fliers to take over the job, starting a beehiv...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, Harry S. Truman, and the military.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VI Number 223
PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT ORDERS U. S. ARMY TO FLY AIR MAILS
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Following the grilling of former post-office officials by a Senate Committee, the government cancels all aerial mail contracts and orders the service fliers to take over the job, starting a beehive of activity in every army flying field in the country.
STRIKERS BOMB BUILDING
HAVANA. -- The exhibition rooms and offices of the Cuban Electric are badly damaged by an explosion, set by revolting workers.
COLD WAVE GRIPS NATION
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Gotham presents an unusual sight as its rivers are filled with ice and the mercury hits new lows. Hundreds of other cities suffer from the wintry blasts, the most severe in many years.
STREAMLINED AUTO TESTED
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Built on a revolutionary principle, a queer looking motor car with three wheels, makes its debut in the city's streets.
FISHERMEN TRY NEW SPORT
FISHER ISLAND, FLA. -- Seeking new thrills, daring anglers hook man eating sharks from the cabin of a huge blimp.
MANY DIE IN STRIKE RIOTS AS AUSTRIA FACES CIVIL WAR
VIENNA.--Hundreds of casualties are reported throughout the country as street fighting rages in the capital's streets. The heimwehr storm troops, who are supporting Chancellor Englebert Dollfuss and campaigning for a Fascist State, engage the Socialists and their Republican Guard in bloody battles.
TONS OF GOLD REACH U. S.
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- The liner Bremen brings more than $13,000,000 in bullion to America, following a sharp rise in the price of the precious metal under President Roosevelt's new monetary policy.
BOB SLEDDERS RISK LIVES
LAKE PLACID, N. Y. -- Crack four-man teams from all over the country dare death in the North American championship races on the steep Mount Van Hoevenberg run.
GOVERNMENT SPEEDS MANHUNT
ST. PAUL, MINN. -- After being held 21 days as a prisoner, Edward G. Bremer, banker, returns to his home following his release by his abductors, who received a $200,000 ransom. The victim tells his story of the crime as Federal agents continue the search for his assailants.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1934
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1934-02-12, 1934
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Armed forces, Postal services, Presidents, Republicans (U.S. political party), 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 231, March 12, 1934
in Universal Newsreels, Release 231 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about an armed forces aircraft accident.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 231 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 9 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about an armed forces aircraft accident.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VI Number 231
HENRY PU YI ASCENDS THRONE OF MANCHUKUO
HSINKING. -- Amid great Oriental splendor the new Emperor of the Great Manchu Empire climbs to the "Altar of Heaven" in a lavish ceremony while thousands of Japanese troops guard the streets to prevent any untoward event that would mar the brilliant page...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about an armed forces aircraft accident.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VI Number 231
HENRY PU YI ASCENDS THRONE OF MANCHUKUO
HSINKING. -- Amid great Oriental splendor the new Emperor of the Great Manchu Empire climbs to the "Altar of Heaven" in a lavish ceremony while thousands of Japanese troops guard the streets to prevent any untoward event that would mar the brilliant pageant in which the young nobleman becomes "God's Regent on Earth."
GIRLS LEARN THE HULA HULA
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. -- With two Hawaiian princesses teaching them the motions, bathing beauties practice the twists and turns of the famous dance.
FISHERMEN NET HUGE CATCHES
TROUTDALE, ORE. -- Using bird cages, old boots and even their hands, thousands of anglers land tons of smelt during one of the biggest runs seen on the Sandy River.
FIND FORTUNE IN AMBERGRIS (?)
BOLINAS BEACH, CAL. -- Wild excitement prevails here when an odd substance, resembling the valuable perfume base, is discovered along the shore. Quantities supposedly valued at $500,000 are gathered by needy families with great glee, until experts deliver conflicting reports as to its genuineness.
TWO MORE ARMY FLIERS DIE AS AIR MAILS ARE CURTAILED
BURTON, O.--The death toll of Army airmen is brought to ten by crashes here and in Daytona Beach, Fla., while in Washington, Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh confers with Secretary of War Dern on aerial postal system plans and the President orders rigid restrictions of flying schedules to prevent further fatal accidents.
GRID STARS IN SPRING PRACTICE
SOUTH BEND, IND.--Elmer Layden, new Notre Dame Coach, puts his squad through its paces in the first workout of the year.
MOTHER-IN-LAW DAY OBSERVED
AMARILLO, TEX. -- The first annual celebration in honor of the much abused "in-law" member of the family meets with great success and is featured by an unusual and colorful ceremony.
POLAR BEAR CUB MAKES DEBUT
MILWAUKEE, WIS.--Patsy, queen of the Arctic bruins at the Washington Park Zoo, introduces her eleventh child to the public.
NEW TRAIN AT BOULDER DAM
LAS VEGAS, NEV. -- The recently perfected streamlined passenger express visits the government's giant engineering project and makes the last trip over a roadbed that will soon be buried 700 feet under water.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1934
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1934-03-12, 1934
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Postal services, Armed forces, Aircraft accidents, 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 392, April 23, 1945
in Universal Newsreels, Release 392 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 7 mins
This newsreel features military occupations, airplanes, invasions, and international relations.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 392 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1945, originally published 1945), 7 mins
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This newsreel features military occupations, airplanes, invasions, and international relations.
Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1945-04-23, 1945
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, International relations, Invasions, Military occupation, 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 522, December 23, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 522 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Franklin Roosevelt, and accidents.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 522 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Franklin Roosevelt, and accidents.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 522
THE LAUGH PARADE OF 1936
BLIND MAN'S BIFF. --
Turn a bunch of blindfolded heavyweight wrestlers loose in a Battle Royal and the result is shocking, to say the least. The referee's the only one who can see, but he takes a beating anyhow.
JUST PLAIN NUTS.--
The year's goofi...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Franklin Roosevelt, and accidents.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 522
THE LAUGH PARADE OF 1936
BLIND MAN'S BIFF. --
Turn a bunch of blindfolded heavyweight wrestlers loose in a Battle Royal and the result is shocking, to say the least. The referee's the only one who can see, but he takes a beating anyhow.
JUST PLAIN NUTS.--
The year's goofiest diet crops out when an "Algerian" visitor to these shores warms up a plate of nuts and bolts with a blowtorch and proceeds to feast on the strange assortment of hardware.
DUCK DUCKS WATER.--
A duck that won't take to water adds a laugh to the world's store for 1936. The bird is a family and community pet, but it just won't go for a swim or stay under the spray of a garden hose.
ONE-MAN HURRICANE.--
Last summer was so hot, it inspired the first "air-conditioned" suit, a queer arrangement of tubes supplying a breeze through the whole costume from bellows fastened to the wearer's shoes.
LOVE BELOW ZERO.--
Just to prove the warmth of their affections, a couple get themselves married while each is immured in a huge block of ice. It's a pretty shivery proposition before the knot is finally tied.
STRATO HOP FIZZLES.--
A be-whiskered inventor's strato-gyro-plane rumbles and bumps, but somehow doesn't quite get anything but a cloud of smoke into the blue. The pilot has to walk back from his "flight."
A GENTLEMAN PLUG.--
Here's a horse that sleeps in a regular bed, with blankets and a downy quilt. He's a bit undersized, so his owners try to fatten him up at a place laid at their own table. (Mrs. Astor Please Note).
HE WON THE SWEEPS.--
A picture of perfect calm is provided by one of the men whose luck brought him the first prize in the Irish Sweepstakes. But his wife gives "a good substantial yell" over their fortune.
HE LOST THE SWEEPS.--
John Q. Dohp represents the majority of Sweepstakes ticket-holders in his sad but untearful explanation of how it feels to lose. This was a three-week hold-over on Broadway.
AND LATEST NEWS EVENTS
"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
1936-12-28, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Wounds and injuries, Aircraft accidents, Presidents, 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 669, May 23, 1938
in Universal Newsreels, Release 669 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 10 mins
This Universal Newsreel features footage of the unveiling of a statue of Ben Franklin, a funeral service at Westminster Abbey, an airplane crash, bicyclists, and various sporting events.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 669 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 10 mins
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This Universal Newsreel features footage of the unveiling of a statue of Ben Franklin, a funeral service at Westminster Abbey, an airplane crash, bicyclists, and various sporting events.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 669
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
9 DEAD IN PLANE CRACK-UP
MINT CANYON, CALIF.--Maiden flight of new airliner ends in tragedy on a wild mountain top near Palmdale. Rescue crews have difficult task removing bodies...
This Universal Newsreel features footage of the unveiling of a statue of Ben Franklin, a funeral service at Westminster Abbey, an airplane crash, bicyclists, and various sporting events.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 669
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
9 DEAD IN PLANE CRACK-UP
MINT CANYON, CALIF.--Maiden flight of new airliner ends in tragedy on a wild mountain top near Palmdale. Rescue crews have difficult task removing bodies of the crash victims, including two small children.
CZECHS MOBILIZE FOR WAR
PRAHA, CZECHOSLOVAKIA.--Mechanized troops and army reserves march to frontiers in face of German threats of invasion. Tanks and guns rumble through the streets as Europe watches in anxiety.
IL DUCE WARNS DEMOCRACIES
GENOA, ITALY.--Mussolini proclaims solidity of Rome-Berlin Axis anew before 300,000 cheering countrymen and threatens a war-willing Fascist-Nazi front against the remainder of Europe.
RIVER DUNKS FOLD-BOAT FANS
FALLS VILLAGE, CONN.--A special train carries enthusiasts on a day's collapsible-boat outing, as new outdoor sport, imported from Europe, becomes popular with New Yorkers.
BRITONS HONOR WAR DEAD
LONDON, ENGLAND.--As war clouds hover over Europe, London veterans march in impressive columns to Westminster Abbey where they attend rites in memory of their chums who fell in France during the Great War.
UNVEIL BEN FRANKLIN STATUE
PHILADELPHIA, PENN.--A descendant of the famous American turns flashlight on a photo-electric cell to uncover by electricity the heroic likeness of the noted statesman at Franklin Institute.
GREECE PAYS ON WAR DEBT
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Amid a barrage of cameras, the Greek minister to U. S. carries $174,000 check to the Treasury--part payment of his country's debt for loans used to take care of World War refugees.
KIDDIE TRAILERS FOR BIKES
PARIS, FRANCE. -- French couples, on tandem bikes, find a new way to take the children on a holiday. Mothers banish worries by towing youngsters on behind their bicycles in small kiddie-coupes.
ARMY GRADUATES GIRO FLYERS
DAYTON, OHIO.--First class of autogiro pilots and mechanics passes tests with flying colors. New windmill planes are to replace "blimps" for artillery observation work, as soon as they can be built.
HARVARD WINS ADAMS CLASSIC
ANNAPOLIS, MD. -- President Roosevelt and his family look on from admiral's boat as his Alma Mater's oarsmen capture the famous cup race on the Severn River, putting an end to the Navy's supremacy in the East.
U. S. GOLDEN GLOVERS WIN
CHICAGO, ILL.--Windy City boxers take five of eight bouts to keep the amateur fistic title in America. Seventh international event is seen by 22,000 fans in Chicago Stadium, as Europe's champs go down.
DREDGE REACHES NEW DEPTH
PEBBLE BEACH, CALIF. -- Government officials watch as novel ten-ton deepsea "scoop" is lowered 1,000 feet to the bottom of Monterey Bay. Built on a new hydraulic principle, it will be used for ocean-bed gold dredging.
VOLUME X -- 1938
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1938-05-23, 1938
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Sports, Sculpture, Fairs and festivals, Politicians, Military customs, Armed forces, Accidental deaths, Aircraft accidents, 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 705, September 26, 1938
in Universal Newsreels, Release 705 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes, floods, and a bicycle race.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 705 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes, floods, and a bicycle race.
UNIVERSAL (illegible text) 705
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS (illegible text)
LEADERS STRIVE TO AVERT WAR AS NATIONS PREPARE FOR CRISIS
CZECHOSLOVAKIA--SUDETEN-GERMAN AREAS--FOCAL POINT OF THE PRESIDENT CRISIS -- SEETHE WITH EXCITEMENT AS MARTIAL LAW IS DECLARED BY THE CZECH GOVERNMENT.
LONDON, ENGLAND.--LORD RUNCIMAN, MEDIATOR WHO ATTEMPT...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes, floods, and a bicycle race.
UNIVERSAL (illegible text) 705
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS (illegible text)
LEADERS STRIVE TO AVERT WAR AS NATIONS PREPARE FOR CRISIS
CZECHOSLOVAKIA--SUDETEN-GERMAN AREAS--FOCAL POINT OF THE PRESIDENT CRISIS -- SEETHE WITH EXCITEMENT AS MARTIAL LAW IS DECLARED BY THE CZECH GOVERNMENT.
LONDON, ENGLAND.--LORD RUNCIMAN, MEDIATOR WHO ATTEMPTED TO SOLVE THE CZECH-SUDETEN IMPASSE, RETURNS EMPTY-HANDED TO A WORRIED ENGLAND.
GERMANY--PRIME MINISTER CHAMBERLAIN FLIES TO DISCUSS PEACE TERMS WITH CHANCELLOR HITLER, WHOSE ONLY ANSWER IS A STIFFENING OF ANNEXATION DEMANDS. HUGE CROWDS GREET THE BRITON WHEN HE RETURNS HOME.
PRAGUE, CZECH.--IN THE FACE OF POSSIBLE AIR RAIDS FROM GERMANY, A BOMB-PROOF SHELTER IS CONSTRUCTED AT THE AMERICAN EMBASSY, LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE CITY.
NEW YORK, N. Y.--ARRIVING ON THE S. S. BATORY, FORMER SEN. VOJTA BENES, BROTHER OF THE CZECH PRESIDENT, SAYS HIS COUNTRY WILL FIGHT TO THE LAST MAN!
BUDGE AND MISS MARBLE WIN
FOREST HILLS, N. Y.--12,000 tennis fans see Don Budge, ranking singles champ of the World, defeat Gene Mako in thrilling sets to take his fourth national title of 1938. Miss Alice Marble trounces Miss Wynne of Australia easily in the woman's finals.
GEN. WESTOVER DIES IN CRASH
BURBANK, CALIF.--The Army Air Corps Chief is killed when about to land a small attack plane. The craft falls to the ground and bursts into flames, narrowly missing a house and forcing its three occupants to flee for their lives.
FLOODS GRIP NEW ENGLAND
HARTFORD, CONN. -- A tragic aftermath of the hurricane's watery fury! Scenes of desolation and suffering are widespread as flood waters rise, forcing thousands to flee for their lives and causing damage estimated in the millions.
MOTORBIKE RACE A THRILLER
ISLE OF MAN, ENGLAND.--A field of 62 dare-devil riders compete in the colorful Junior Manx Prix classix, featured by dangerous curves and nasty spills, and a new record of 75 M.P.H. chalked up by the winner after a gruelling marathon.
CITY FETES NEW AUTO BOOM
FLINT, MICH.--It's new model time, with 24,000 called back to work at the great motor car plants, so the city stages a colorful celebration, which includes gay floats, a procession of ancient "buggies" and a pretty Queen in true Mardi Gras spirit.
NAVY WINS IN GRID OPENER
ANNAPOLIS, MD.--Before a crowd of 20,000 football fans, the Middies open their 1938 season with a thrilling 26-0 victory over William & Mary, carrying the attack by land and air and sinking the opposition with long passes and line plunges.
MISS BERG WINS GOLF TITLE
WILMETTE, ILL.--Patty Berg, diminutive redhead from Minneapolis, who thrice before has tried unsuccessfully to capture the woman's national crown, plays sensational golf despite a strong wind and beats her victor of last year, Mrs. Julius Page, 6 and 5.
VOLUME X -- 1938
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1938-09-26, 1938
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Floods, Labor and unions, International relations, War, Armed forces, Accidental deaths, Aircraft accidents, 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 744, February 8, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 744 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 11 mins
This newsreel features international relations, airplanes, and neutrality in war.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 744 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 11 mins
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This newsreel features international relations, airplanes, and neutrality in war.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 744
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
REFUGEES FLEE SPANISH WAR
LE PERTHUS, FRANCE.--Pitiful scenes at the border as thousands of ill-clad starving old men, women and children, fleeing from the horror of the Insurgent onslaught, reach a safe haven with their meagre belongings.
GASPARILLA PIRATES TAKE CITY
TAMPA, FLA....
This newsreel features international relations, airplanes, and neutrality in war.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 744
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
REFUGEES FLEE SPANISH WAR
LE PERTHUS, FRANCE.--Pitiful scenes at the border as thousands of ill-clad starving old men, women and children, fleeing from the horror of the Insurgent onslaught, reach a safe haven with their meagre belongings.
GASPARILLA PIRATES TAKE CITY
TAMPA, FLA.--The 31st annual Gasparilla Pageant, a colorful invasion of brightly-dressed "pirates" is witnessed by 225,000 spectators as the fierce "buccaneers" leave their their "galleon" for a triumphal march through the city.
ARMY PLANES FLY OVER MTS. (Exclusive)
CALIFORNIA.--Uncle Sam's fighting eagles take to the air for spectacular formation flights high over the Sierra Madre Mountains. A thrilling sight as the fleet craft from the 17th Attack group maneuver above the peaks.
ARMY FLEDGLINGS GET WINGS
KELLY FIELD, TEXAS.--A happy day for flying cadets! Following a thrilling aerial review, the graduating birdmen receive their diplomas and also the plaudits (and kisses) of their families and proud sweethearts.
SENATORS AT ODDS ON PLANE DEAL
WASHINGTON, D. C.--While Senate Leader Alben Barkley defends the sale of planes to France and denies the President is leading the U. S. to war. Sen. Gerald Nye, Neutrality Act sponsor, says that recent purchases were authorized against the judgment of the War Department.
ARGENTINE CADETS GRADUATED
EL PALOMAR, ARGEN. -- Impressive scenes mark the commencement exercises at the Military College as Pres. Ortiz of the South American nation presents army commission to 122 graduating cadets. A snappy drill follows the ceremonies.
AQUATIC STARS SHINE IN MEET
BUENOS AIRES, ARGEN.--The 1st Pan-American Swimming Tournament gets under way as teams from the U. S. and many South American countries compete for honors in thrilling dashes. Peter Firk, U. S. champ, wins the 100 metre event.
SILVER SKATES MEET THRILLING
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Action and excitement mark the annual Silver Skates carnival at Madison Square Garden! Youngsters and seasoned veterans stage a spectacular show which includes trick skating and fast sprints marked by nasty spills.
GREYHOUNDS RACE AT NIGHT (Exclusive)
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--The Kennel Club is the scene of thrilling dog races as a field of sleek canines get away after the elusive iron rabbit. The scenes are made at night, adding lustre to the colorful and speedy sport.
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
1939-02-08, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Gerald Prentice Nye, 1892-1971, Alben William Barkley, 1877-1956, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Gerald Prentice Nye, 1892-1971, Alben William Barkley, 1877-1956, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, International relations, Military alliances, Neutrality, Spanish Civil War, 1936-1939, 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 748, February 22, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 748 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and airplanes.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 748 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and airplanes.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 748
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
RITES FOR POPE PIUS IMPRESSIVE
VATICAN CITY.--Grief-stricken crowds mass at St. Peter's to see the solemn but colorful pageantry that marks the funeral of a Pope, and to catch a last glimpse of the beloved Pontiff as he lies in...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Franklin Roosevelt, and airplanes.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 748
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
RITES FOR POPE PIUS IMPRESSIVE
VATICAN CITY.--Grief-stricken crowds mass at St. Peter's to see the solemn but colorful pageantry that marks the funeral of a Pope, and to catch a last glimpse of the beloved Pontiff as he lies in state.
VOICE-MACHINE CREATES SPEECH
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. -- "Pedro the Voder," (illegible text)ew and amazing apparatus produced by the Bell Telephone laboratories actually forms words and sentences, when its intricate switchboard is operated by experts.
GENERAL INSPECTS PLANE PLANT
SANTA MONICA, CALIF.--Maj. Gen. Arnold, Chief of the Army Air Corps visits the Douglas plant to inspect the progress of plane production of all types. The big, new D.C.-4, 42 passenger transport plane is put through its paces.
U.S. PLANES SHIPPED TO FRANCE
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Huge transport planes, flown here from California, are prepared for shipment to France--to be used, so it is said, for airline service in Africa.
ARMY TANKS "INVADE" GOTHAM (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Crowds in Times Square and elsewhere get a grim reminder of the nation's preparedness needs, as "battle wagons" of the 1st Tank Co., and Tank Reserve Officers, stage a National Defense Week demonstration.
CHINATOWN GREETS NEW YEAR
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The Chinese year 4643 is welcomed with colorful festivities, with the traditional dragon, and a war ambulance used for Oriental War relief fund collections.
KINGS PLAY AT FAVORITE SPORTS
CANNES, FRANCE.--Christian X of Denmark enjoys a fine view of the yachting regatta from aboard his own craft, while on shore, Gustav V of Sweden, 80 years old and still as active as ever, plays a fast game of tennis.
FAMED CHARRO FIESTA COLORFUL
BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS.--Dark-eyed senoritas and festively decked floats mark the celebration of Old Mexico's Charro Days, always a gay and colorful event in the Rio Grande valley.
FRENCH HONOR KING CARNIVAL
NICE, FRANCE. -- Traditional revelry and merriment honor King Carnival, accompanied by grotesque figures and lovely beauties. The festivities continue into the night as the quaint pageant fills the streets with laughter and song.
MOTORBIKE ACES DISPLAY DARING (Exclusive)
MIAMI, FLA.--The Miami Motorcycle Club shows its prowess in riding and fancy tricks. The daredevils risk their necks at breath-taking stunts and feats in a demonstration of how they recently won the national championship title.
OUTDOOR SPORTS SEEN INDOORS
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Live exhibits of wild birds and animals of the forest, including deer, otters and a half-tamed wolf are among the interesting features at the annual Sportsmen's Show.
BATHTUB YODELERS COMPETE
EUGENE, ORE.--A splashing, sudsy scene, as a group of bathtub singers, in individual tubs, compete for the championship title as Chief Nightingale of the Bath.
VOLUME XI -- 1939
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1939
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1939-02-22, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military alliances, Military drills, Parades, Presidents, 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 773, May 22, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 773 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 16 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and Nikita Khrushchev.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 773 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 16 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and Nikita Khrushchev.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 773
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
KING AND QUEEN ACCLAIMED ON TOUR
QUEBEC, QUE.--IMPRESSIVE SCENES AS KING GEORGE AND QUEEN ELIZABETH BEGIN THEIR ROYAL TOUR OF THE DOMINION! HIS MAJESTY, AT A STATE DINNER AT THE CHATEAU FRONTENAC, EXTENDS HIS OFFICIAL GRE...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and Nikita Khrushchev.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 773
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
KING AND QUEEN ACCLAIMED ON TOUR
QUEBEC, QUE.--IMPRESSIVE SCENES AS KING GEORGE AND QUEEN ELIZABETH BEGIN THEIR ROYAL TOUR OF THE DOMINION! HIS MAJESTY, AT A STATE DINNER AT THE CHATEAU FRONTENAC, EXTENDS HIS OFFICIAL GREETINGS TO HIS SUBJECTS.
MONTREAL, QUE.--THE ROYAL COUPLE IS WILDLY HAILED BY THOUSANDS OF LOYAL CANADIAN CHILDREN AT A HUGE STADIUM FETE AS A CLIMAX TO A STIRRING TRIP THROUGH THE CITY.
OTTAWA, ONT.--THE SPECIAL TRAIN BRINGS THEM TO THRILLING CEREMONIES AND THE TROOPING OF COLORS AT GOVERNMENT HOUSE. LATER THE QUEEN DEDICATES THE CORNERSTONE OF A NEW SUPREME COURT BUILDING!
MUSSOLINI TOURS DEFENSE ZONE
TURIN, ITALY.--A huge throng of 500,000 turns out to hail the Fascist leader as he arrives in Northern Italy to inspect defenses. He calms the fears of Europe by professing no desire for war.
OCEAN AIRMAIL SERVICE STARTS
PORT WASHINGTON, N. Y.--The giant 4-motored Pan-American clipper takes off with 1600 pounds (illegible text) mail for Europe following inaugural ceremonies ashore. America's bid for trans-Atlantic air supremacy!
GIANT NEW STRATOPLANE TESTED
SEATTLE, WASH.--The first new 33-passenger super-plane for sub-stratosphere flights since an earlier one crashed, killing ten persons, is warmed up at the Boeing plant and takes off on a thrilling try-out hop.
CUBANS FETE INDEPENDENCE
HAVANA, CUBA. -- The 37th anniversary of the island republic's independence is marked by an impressive display of infantry, artillery and cavalry units before Col. Batista, Cuba's "Strong Man," and Pres. Laredo Bru.
HUGE LINER READY FOR SERVICE
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND. -- The new Mauretania, 34,000-ton streamlined namesake of its famous predecessor, is equipped and ready for the Atlantic crossing and will soon sail on its maiden voyage.
MAY FETED WITH STREET DANCES
HELSTON, ENGLAND.--Gay youngsters and colorfully-dressed beaux and belles hail the advent of Maytime with old-time dances in the streets, while throngs look on. Gayety and color--an antedote for strife and trouble abroad!
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
1939-05-22, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Postal services, Heads of state, Military academies, 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 836, December 27, 1939
in Universal Newsreels, Release 836 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Marine Corps, Dwight Eisenhower, and military maneuvers.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 836 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1939, originally published 1939), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Marine Corps, Dwight Eisenhower, and military maneuvers.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 836
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
ON THE WAR FRONT
KING VISITS FIGHTING FORCES
SOMEWHERE IN FRANCE.--King George pays a visit to British army units near the Front, inspects planes and pilots at flying fields, and also fortifications in the War zone.
BRITISH CRUISER...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Marine Corps, Dwight Eisenhower, and military maneuvers.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 836
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
ON THE WAR FRONT
KING VISITS FIGHTING FORCES
SOMEWHERE IN FRANCE.--King George pays a visit to British army units near the Front, inspects planes and pilots at flying fields, and also fortifications in the War zone.
BRITISH CRUISER ON DEATH WATCH
OFF COAST OF FLORIDA.--H.M.S. Orion, the warship that chased the Nazi freighter "Arauca" into (illegible text)rt Everglades, stands guard outside the 3-mile-limit to prevent the German ship from escaping.
LEAGUE OUSTS SOVIET RUSSIA
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND.--Epochal scenes as the League of Nations convenes to hear Finland's plea for aid in repulsing the "Red" attack, and expels the Soviets for breaking League rules and invading the tiny nation.
SWEDES BOLSTER DEFENSES
SWEDEN.--With Russian troops previously close to her borders, Sweden looks to (illegible text) defenses with warships patrolling her coastlines and big coast guns ready to repel invaders.
NEW FRENCH CADETS SWORN IN
SAINT CYR, FRANCE.--Future officers for the French army, new cadets at the French "West Point," receive the school flag and take part in the impressive "plume" ceremony, first time ever filmed.
BOMBERS FLY OVER MT. WHITNEY
CALIFORNIA.--Spectacular scenes as B-18 Army bombing planes take off from March Field and fly in formation 300 feet below sea level in Death Valley, and continue on to fly over the peaks of Mount Whitney.
MEXICANS FETE PATRON SAINT
GUADALUPE, MEXICO.--Hundreds of thousands of devout natives arrive to take part in the colorful rites for the "Virgin of Guadalupe," climbing the high hill to kiss the cross at the top. A simple but impressive pageant!
BEACH BEAUTIES DUNK "1939"
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--Pretty bathing lassies at the Floridian Pool give the Old Year a wet send-off, tossing Father Time into the water. Then they greet young 1940 with cheers--and ice cream cones!
HIGH ONE WINS $1,000 INAUGURAL
MIAMI, FLA.--A record crowd of 11,400 sees the Prince entry, a 10-1 shot, usher in the Florida racing season by galloping home by a head to win the Tropical Inaugural, nosing out Remarkable in a brilliant stretch drive.
EAST-WEST SWIM MEET THRILLING
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA.--The Winter aquatic season gets off to a colorful start with swimming and diving champs competing in the annual East-West meet, with the Westerners setting a fast pace to win.
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
1939-12-27, 1939
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military maneuvers, Armed forces, Presidents, Soviet Union Attacks Finland, November 30, 1939, 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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