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The Anatomy of a Police Riot: Chicago, U.S.A.
written by United States. National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (New York, NY: Universal Pictures Company, 1968), 124 page(s)
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written by United States. National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence (New York, NY: Universal Pictures Company, 1968), 124 page(s)
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Government/institutional document
Author / Creator
United States. National Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence
Date Published / Released
1968
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Topic / Theme
Riots, Political demonstrations, Political conventions, Violence at the Democratic National Convention, Chicago, August 29, 1968, Law and government, Vietnam War
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Universal Newsreels, Release 1, December 27, 1956
in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1956, originally published 1956), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Richard Nixon.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1956, originally published 1956), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Richard Nixon.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
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NIXON REPORTS TO IKE ON REFUGEES
Vice-President Nixon reports to President Eisenhower on the results of his inspection trip to refugee centers in Austria. Scenes show Nixon's tour, including his interviews with refugees and Austrian offici...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Richard Nixon.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
THE FINEST IN THE INDUSTRY
NIXON REPORTS TO IKE ON REFUGEES
Vice-President Nixon reports to President Eisenhower on the results of his inspection trip to refugee centers in Austria. Scenes show Nixon's tour, including his interviews with refugees and Austrian officials.
CHILDREN'S STAMP.
In the White House, President Eisenhower dedicates a new commemorative stamp, to the children of America.
POPE BLESSES PRIESTS.
In the Vatican, 51 newly ordained American priests receive a special audience with Pope Pius XII.
OLYMPIC STARS SEEK REFUGE.
34 Hungarian Olympic athletes, including 4-minute miler Lazlo Tabori, arrive in San Francisco, after refusing to return to Hungary.
GORILLA NEWLY-WEDS.
In the Seattle Zoo, Bobo meets Fifi, and just like any married couple, they have an immediate difference of opinion as to who bosses the cage.
"GREAT MAN" PREVIEW.
Celebrities attend a sneak preview of U-I's new film, "The Great Man." Among those on hand, opera star Robert Merrill, Sammy Davis, Jr., and author Al Morgan.
BASKETBALL -- BRIGHAM YOUNG vs ST. JOHN'S
In New York's Holiday Festival, Brigham Young's Cougars battle a closely-matched St. John's quintet. Fast-paced action all the way, with Tom Steinke of the Cougars scoring 30 points, as stand-out player. Final tally, 89-75 for Brigham Young.
VOL. 30--NO. 1
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Date Written / Recorded
1956
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1956-12-27, 1956
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994
Topic / Theme
International relations, Political meetings, Hungarian Revolution of 1956, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 2, January 1, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (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. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (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. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
PRESIDENT WELCOMES OFFICIALS AND PUBLIC IN ANNUAL CEREMONY
(94)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Nation's Chief, with Mrs. Hoover at his side, extends greetings to justices of Supreme Court, Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet members and diplomats, also shakes hands with citizens fr...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
PRESIDENT WELCOMES OFFICIALS AND PUBLIC IN ANNUAL CEREMONY
(94)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Nation's Chief, with Mrs. Hoover at his side, extends greetings to justices of Supreme Court, Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet members and diplomats, also shakes hands with citizens from all over country who come to wish him luck.
LAST GIRDER PLACED TO JOIN ENDS OF HUGE HUDSON RIVER BRIDGE
(81)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Steel strand, raised 250 feet from barge below, links Manhattan and Fort Lee, New Jersey; span, which is 4,760 feet from anchor to anchor and 11,000 feet over all, is being rushed to completion for traffic in 1932, at cost of $68,000,000. Towers are 550 feet high.
VALUABLE RECORDS LOST AS $1,000,000. FIRE DESTROYS CAPITOL
(64)
BISMARCK, N. D. -- Mysterious explosion in daylight fills State House with flame, result being that virtually every department of government is swept clean of vital documents which cost millions of dollars to gather and confusion ensues. Secretary of State rescues original Constitution, but is badly injured doing so.
NEW PARAGRAPHS
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Aquatic stars gain form by sand-diving! -- Prepare for Olympic Meet in dry-land pool.
(67)
-- While, close by, Rosie, the world's only golf-playing elephant, does 482 on a par 72 course.
(47)
POTTS WINS 880-YARD MIDDLE ATLANTIC ICE SKATING CROWN
(75)
NEWBURGH, N. Y. -- Fleet Brooklynite, matching speed and stamina against some of the fastest racing champions in the country, covers the half-mile distance in the remarkable time of 1 min., 19 4-5 sec. Great crowd sees terrific pace bring several contestants spilling on course.
GROTESQUES AND ART FEATURE MUMMERS NEW YEAR FESTIVAL
(87)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- Strutting before throng of million, including 100,000 visitors from other sections, 10,000 marchers in odd and fancy costumes vie for $30,000. in prizes. Frolic this season one of most picturesque in history of great masquerade event.
FAMOUS SCREEN STAR HITS DEPRESSION AND CALAMITY HOWLERS
(213)
UNIVERSAL CITY, Cal. -- John Boles, blasting with both barre's at the crepe hangers and pessimists generally, sounds a new note with his slogan of "Spend and Save" by buying now at advantageous prices which rule in virtually every line of merchandise.
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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
1931-01-01, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Herbert Hoover, 1874-1964
Topic / Theme
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 2, December 30, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Gandhi, and the Democratic Party.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Gandhi, and the Democratic Party.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 2
WINNER WRECKED AT FINISH OF THRILLING MOTORBIKE CLASSIC
(77)
CULVER CITY, Cal. -- Driving his machine at a terrific speed around the 1/5-mile track, Ray Grant crosses the last marker at such a tremendous pace that his wheel rides out from under him. Catapulted from his seat,...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Gandhi, and the Democratic Party.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 2
WINNER WRECKED AT FINISH OF THRILLING MOTORBIKE CLASSIC
(77)
CULVER CITY, Cal. -- Driving his machine at a terrific speed around the 1/5-mile track, Ray Grant crosses the last marker at such a tremendous pace that his wheel rides out from under him. Catapulted from his seat, Grant lands in an unconscious heap as the judges award him first money for his daredevil riding. The inaugural program of 12 races is featured by frequent spills, with crack pilots risking their lives to earn the coveted prizes.
DEVOUT NATIVES PRAY AT SACRED RIVER FOR GANDHI'S SAFE RETURN
(77)
ALLAHABAD, India -- Hundreds of his Hindu followers implore the "Mother Ganges" to afford protection to the little Mahatma on his trip home from the conferences at the "Round Table" sessions at London with the British powers. The natives prostrate themselves as they approach the banks of the "holy waters," in a picturesque ritual, exhorting the gods to bring the great leader home without harm.
BICENTENNIAL BOARD O.K.'S TABLEAUX FOR WASHINGTON FIESTA
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NEW YORK, N. Y. -- In preparation for the celebration to mark the 200th anniversary of the First President's birthday, Messmore & Damon Studios show plastic works of art, picturing great events in the life of the Father of his country. His marriage to Martha Custis; the young surveyor; the Winter at Valley Forge; crossing the Delaware; and the Surrender of Cornwallis, are among the dramatized scenes. The works are being rushed to completion for the opening of the nationwide observance of the event, February 22, 1932, to be held under the direction of the Federal Government.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, Ill. -- "Death Ray" invented by German scientist! -- Navy to test new device designed to end war.
(68)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Government builds gigantic housefly model! -- Monster insect portrays menace of common pest -- swat 'em.
(55)
ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- Norse scrubwoman on 2,150-mile rowing trip down Mississippi! -- Hope of curing stiff back inspires daring adventure.
(79)
BEACH "MINERS" MAKE GOLD-STRIKE SEEKING VACATIONISTS' LOSSES
(73)
REVERE, Mass. -- Equipped with sieves, diligent searchers "pan" the sands of this resort and earn a winter of comfort through their rich harvest. Jewelry, money, and even an occasional bottle of illicit refreshment turn up along the stretch of beach where sun-scorched people sought refuge in their flight from the summer's heat. Carelessness with their valuables has proven a boon to the Yankee Klondikers.
RIDERS RISK NECKS AS KING LAUDS DARING IN CRACK CAVALRY MEET
(87)
ROME, Italy -- Spectacular military formations are performed in a thrilling demonstration staged by the ace subalterns at the Tor di Quinto academy. Victor Emmanuel and high army officers, review the students in their breathtaking stunts. With complete disregard of safety, the youthful soldiers go through reckless maneuvers to prove their stirring equestrian ability.
CHINESE RETREAT AS NIPPON TROOPS PRESS ON TO CHINCHOW LINE
(138)
CHANGCHIATUN, Manchuria -- Loosely organized "irregulars" meet a thrust of the powerful Japanese columns, seeking to occupy this town, a strategic position along the branch line of the Mukden-Peiping railroad. Zero weather and formidable well-trained Japanese forces conspire to force the grimly determined native soldiers to relinquish their tenancy of the position. Strengthened by re-enforcements, the invading troops push on toward their objective after a short skirmish in which the local defenders are forced to evacuate the town, in one of the critical high spots of the conflict.
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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
1931-12-30, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Mahatma Gandhi, 1869-1948
Topic / Theme
Diplomatic missions, Prayer and meditation, Social activism and activists, Presidents, Legislatures, 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 2, January 6, 1947
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1947, originally published 1947), 10 mins
This newsreel features legislators, parades, speeches, and the economy.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1947, originally published 1947), 10 mins
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This newsreel features legislators, parades, speeches, and the economy.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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80th CONGRESS CONVENES, HEARS TRUMAN ADDRESS
WASHINGTON--For the first time in fourteen years, a Republican-dominated congress assembles to hear the presidential message on the state of the Union. He asks for moderate labor legislation and urges speeding...
This newsreel features legislators, parades, speeches, and the economy.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
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80th CONGRESS CONVENES, HEARS TRUMAN ADDRESS
WASHINGTON--For the first time in fourteen years, a Republican-dominated congress assembles to hear the presidential message on the state of the Union. He asks for moderate labor legislation and urges speeding of peace settlements.
ILLINOIS WINS IN ROSE BOWL
PASADENA--Midwest routs Far West in the Rose Bowl classic, as 90,000 fans see Illinois score at will against U.C.L.A., to win 45-14. (Except Atlanta, Memphis, and Dallas)
GEORGIA COPS SUGAR BOWL
NEW ORLEANS--Coming from behind, the Bulldogs nip the North Carolina Tarheels, 20-10, to win the Sugar Bowl Classic in rainy weather.
RICE IS ORANGE BOWL VICTOR
MIAMI--Scoring a touchdown and a safety in the first period, Rice stops Tennessee during the rest of the game to emerge victorious, 8-0. (Atlanta, Memphis and Dallas only)
TOURNAMENT OF ROSES
PASADENA--The scintillating pre-Rose Bowl game spectacle is replete with gala floats and lovely lassies, colorful displays that bring out countless thousands to witness the cavalcade of color. (Los Angeles and Chicago only)
ORANGE BOWL PARADE
MIAMI--On the eve of the football classic, a spectacular float parade draws out the crowds to witness the thrilling Orange Bowl Parade in downtown Miami. Pretty girls--and everything! (Except Los Angeles and Chicago)
VOL. 20--2
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Date Written / Recorded
1947
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1947-01-06, 1947
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Economic conditions, Legislators, Parades, Speeches, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 2, January 6, 1958
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1958, originally published 1958), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, Inc., is about the swearing in of a new president in the Philippines.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1958, originally published 1958), 7 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, Inc., is about the swearing in of a new president in the Philippines.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
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PHILIPPINE INAUGURATION
An occasion of national pride for the Philippines - the inauguration of President Carlos Garcia re-affirms to the world the nation's political maturity in weathering the crisis that followed the death in mid-term of President Magsay...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, Inc., is about the swearing in of a new president in the Philippines.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
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PHILIPPINE INAUGURATION
An occasion of national pride for the Philippines - the inauguration of President Carlos Garcia re-affirms to the world the nation's political maturity in weathering the crisis that followed the death in mid-term of President Magsaysay.
NEWS IN BRIEF
TRAIN DISASTER.
In India, at least 34 die, 90 more are injured when a speeding holiday express rams a standing train, during the pre-dawn hours. A grim salvage task for rescue workers who sift the mangled steel.
POLIO FIGHTERS.
At Warm Springs, Ga., as the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis opens the 20th March of Dimes, a plaque honoring pioneers in the fight against Polio is dedicated.
HORSE LAUGH FOR HATS.
At Fairfield, Cal., a hat style show for horses marks the opening of U-I's new comedy "Once Upon A Horse." High style gets the horse-laugh.
SPORTS
MR. BERLIN.
German muscle-men competing for the best-in-biceps title prove that devotees of the body beautiful are much the same the world over.
BARREL JUMPING.
In New York, the 8th annual barrel jumping championship tests the mettle of top skaters. That long leap is no trouble, but when they come down-ouch!
10 NATION SKI MEET.
Russia's Nicolai Kamenski captures top honors in an international meet in Bavaria with two towering, graceful leaps.
VOL. 31--NO. 2
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Date Written / Recorded
1958
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1958-01-06, 1958
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Inaugurations, Presidents, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 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
Description
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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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 4, January 12, 1959
in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1959, originally published 1959), 7 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the search for a kidnapped baby and the inauguration of Charles De Gaulle.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1959, originally published 1959), 7 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the search for a kidnapped baby and the inauguration of Charles De Gaulle.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL SYNOPSIS ISSUE #4
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BABY ALIVE! - - KIDNAP SEARCH ENDS
The 9-day search for Lisa Rose Chionchio, kidnapped from a Brooklyn hospital just hours after her birth, ends with the arrest...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the search for a kidnapped baby and the inauguration of Charles De Gaulle.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL SYNOPSIS ISSUE #4
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BABY ALIVE! - - KIDNAP SEARCH ENDS
The 9-day search for Lisa Rose Chionchio, kidnapped from a Brooklyn hospital just hours after her birth, ends with the arrest of Mrs. Jean Iavarone, and the recovery of the infant. Still alive and in good health.
De GAULLE INVESTED AS PRESIDENT:
Charles De Gaulle is formally invested as President of the new 5th Republic in ceremonies at the Elysee Palace- staged with the solidity and grandeur De Gaulle endeavors to restore to France herself.
BARREL JUMPING CHAMPIONSHIP:
The world's barrel-jumping championship at Grossinger, New York. In the 9th Annual competition, perennial champ Leo LeBel comes through with his 5th straight victory.
25 YEARS AGO TODAY
What weather- winter's wickedest.-- is presaged in the super-cold spell of 1934 which proved near calamitous in America and Europe.
The Delaware River was blocked with ice for 9 miles.
The "beautiful Blue Danube" presented a picture in frozen still-starving thousands.
In the game forests, hungry deer got a respite from fear of the hunter as they flock around food-bearing wardens.
Torrential rains flooded the Los Angeles area. Scores died in floods and earthslides as damage went way beyond the $5,000,000 mark.
A noble experiment followed THE Noble Experiment! Pennsylvania places whiskey on sale at $1 per bottle to counter post-Prohibition bootleggers. The stores were stampeded!
Fashions were on parade. Fashions that ought to silence the talk about "the good old days" Daze is the word! 1934 bathing beauties model tent-like beach wear. Evening gowns. And undies, that shocked many- then! Another shocker follows with a--gang of juveniles embarrassing adults with a grown-up fashion show to (illegible text)
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Date Written / Recorded
1959
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1959-01-12, 1959
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Charles de Gaulle, 1890-1970
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 4, January 11, 1960
in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1960, originally published 1960), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, Inc., features the launch of the Aswan Dam project, protests against the neo-Nazi movement in Germany, the annual barrel jumping championship competition, skiing in Switzerland, and boxing.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1960, originally published 1960), 7 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, Inc., features the launch of the Aswan Dam project, protests against the neo-Nazi movement in Germany, the annual barrel jumping championship competition, skiing in Switzerland, and boxing.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL SYNOPSIS ISSUE #4 ED HERLIHY Announcing
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NASSER STARTS ASWAN DAM:
President...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, Inc., features the launch of the Aswan Dam project, protests against the neo-Nazi movement in Germany, the annual barrel jumping championship competition, skiing in Switzerland, and boxing.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL SYNOPSIS ISSUE #4 ED HERLIHY Announcing
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NASSER STARTS ASWAN DAM:
President Nasser launches construction of the first Soviet-financed phase of Egypt's monumental Aswan High Dam project in elaborate ceremonies at which King Mohammed of Morocco is guest of honor. The ground-breaking is a 20-ton rockslide!
ANTI-NAZI RALLY:
Tens of thousands of young Berliners rally to denounce resurgent Naziism, following a rash of swastika-smearing incidents in Germany and the Western world.
CONTINENTAL CIRCUS:
Incredible animal acts steal the show in two crack Continental circuses, in Berlin and Moscow. Super-stars are a band of monkey musicians, and a troup of tigers who happily splash about in a fantastic aqua-ballet.
BARREL JUMPING:
At Grossingers, New York, the annual world barrel-jumping championship, won for the umpteenth time by the perennial and astonishing Leo Lebel with a titanic leap.
ALPINE SLALOM:
In Switzerland, one hundred top skiers from 14 lands warm up for the Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley on a savagely difficult slalom course, tackling 72 gates in a 200 foot drop!
GOLDEN GLOVES:
In New York's Sunnyside Gardens, this year's Golden Gloves gets under way with enthusiastic amateurs slinging leather before a wildly enthusiastic crowd. Action and excitement fills the bill........
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Date Written / Recorded
1960
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1960-01-11, 1960
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Dams, Boxing, Skiing, Contests and competitions, Political demonstrations, Nazism, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 5, January 10, 1957
in Universal Newsreels, Release 5 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1957, originally published 1957), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the American Legion, Richard Mackey, and national government.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 5 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1957, originally published 1957), 7 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the American Legion, Richard Mackey, and national government.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
THE FINEST IN THE INDUSTRY
STATE OF THE UNION
WASHINGTON, D. C.--President Eisenhower goes before Congress to deliver his long-awaited address on the "State Of The Union," in which he sees our interests as world-wide and says we must assume leadership in world affairs. We cannot iso...
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the American Legion, Richard Mackey, and national government.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
THE FINEST IN THE INDUSTRY
STATE OF THE UNION
WASHINGTON, D. C.--President Eisenhower goes before Congress to deliver his long-awaited address on the "State Of The Union," in which he sees our interests as world-wide and says we must assume leadership in world affairs. We cannot isolate ourselves, he says, but must keep our strength high to deter aggression.
EDEN STEPS DOWN
LONDON--Sir Anthony Eden, long-time Foreign Minister and protege of Winston Churchill, resigns as Prime Minister after twenty-one stormy months in office. His successor is Harold MacMillan, Chancellor of the Exchequer.
NEWS IN BRIEF
OIL FIRE --
Montreal -- The eastern section of the city is black with smoke from a million-dollar oil refinery blaze, billowing into the sky. 34 tank cars and 40,000 gal. of gas cause spectacular fire.
PRINCESS SKIS --
Austria -- Accompanied by two sisters, Crown Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands spends an energetic winter vacation, skiing in the Austrian Alps at Arlberg.
HATS OFF TO SPRING
NEW YORK--The Millinery Institute of America unveils some charming new bonnets for the coming festive season. Four pretty models display the alluring chapeaux at a special preview.
FISTIC FIREWORKS
NEW YORK -- Youthful aspirants for boxing glory slug it out in first-round matches of the Golden Gloves. Plenty of scrappy action and knock-outs to keep ringsiders on the edge of their seats.
VOL. 30--NO. 5
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Date Written / Recorded
1957
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1957-01-10, 1957
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Richard Mackey, 1931-
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, National government, Speeches, Cold War, 1945-1989, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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