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Universal Newsreels, Release 925, November 4, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 925 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 11 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about weapons and ordnance, wartime economy, and weapons testing.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 925 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 11 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about weapons and ordnance, wartime economy, and weapons testing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 925
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
DEFENSE IN THE NEWS
Big Coast Guns Fired In Test
FORT McARTHUR, CALIF.--Spectacular scenes as huge railway "rifles" are fired in thrilling tests. Manned by crews of 90 men each, the big guns hurl long-range shells for a distance of 25 miles!...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about weapons and ordnance, wartime economy, and weapons testing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 925
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
DEFENSE IN THE NEWS
Big Coast Guns Fired In Test
FORT McARTHUR, CALIF.--Spectacular scenes as huge railway "rifles" are fired in thrilling tests. Manned by crews of 90 men each, the big guns hurl long-range shells for a distance of 25 miles!
Uncle Sam "Plays" the Horses
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--In this age of mechanization, it's strange to hear that the U.S. Army is planning to buy hundreds of horses. It's true, and cowboys hereabouts bring their steeds to market--to sell to Uncle Sam!
Air Corps Hero Gets Award (exclusive)
DENVER, COLO.--Capt. Harold Neely, Army flier, receives the coveted Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism on the air. He safely landed a crippled plane to save the life of a crew member he thought was trapped on board.
CHILEANS IN ANTI-RED RALLY (exclusive)
SANTIAGO, CHILE--100,000 natives of the great South American nation gather in a mass meeting in protest against the Popular Front government which many claim is communistic. No blood-shed mars the demonstration.
CORNHUSKER SETS NEW RECORD
DAVENPORT, IOWA--Irvin Bauman of Illinois, winner of the 17th annual Cornhusking Contest, chalks up a new world's mark by husking 46.71 bushels of corn in 80 minutes. His victory will amaze you!
COLORFUL ICE REVUE STAGED
PITTSBURGH, PA.--A glittering, star-packed spectacle of color and grace is the new "Ice-Capades" of 1941," which thrills thousands in its debut here. Fancy skating, "ice-robatics" and plenty of pretty girls!
GRID THRILLS OF THE WEEK
Notre Dame Tops Army, 7-0
NEW YORK, N. Y.--76,000 football fans at the Yankee Stadium see the "Fighting Irish" nearly get beaten by a determined "Cadet" team. Notre Dame wins on a pass interception!
Duke Trounces Ga. Tech., 41-7
DURHAM, N. C.--34,000 fans see the Duke "Blue Devils" hand the Georgia Tech "Engineers" their worst defeat in years. It's a score-packed thriller that has everything!
Minn. Shades N'Western, 13-12
EVANSTON, ILL.--A thrilling victory by the "Gophers" over the "Wildcats" puts Minnesota in the Conference lead. Unbeaten in five starts, the "Gophers" display amazing power!
VOLUME XII -- 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-11-04, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Weapons and ordnance, Wartime economy, Weapons testing, 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 930, November 22, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 930 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes and weapons and ordnance.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 930 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes and weapons and ordnance.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
HEROES OF ATTACK ON CONVOY
CANADA--Survivors of the armed merchantman, "Jervis Bay," which engaged a Nazi "Raider" and saved 34 out of a convoy of 38 freighters, arrive on rescue ship and get big welcome. Many are wounded but proud of their exploits that thrilled the civilized world.
CAPITOL DOME THREATENS CONGRESS
WASH...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes and weapons and ordnance.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
HEROES OF ATTACK ON CONVOY
CANADA--Survivors of the armed merchantman, "Jervis Bay," which engaged a Nazi "Raider" and saved 34 out of a convoy of 38 freighters, arrive on rescue ship and get big welcome. Many are wounded but proud of their exploits that thrilled the civilized world.
CAPITOL DOME THREATENS CONGRESS
WASHINGTON, D. C.--"Heavy-heavy hangs over the head of Congress"! The historic dome, built in 1854, is in danger of collapse, experts fear. House vote to remain in session delays repair of the famous structure!
FIRST DRAFTEES ARRIVE AT CAMP
FORT SHERIDAN, ILL.--Young recruits for Uncle Sam's conscript army, first to be called out, arrive for a year's training. They get a going-over by Army doctors--and then are fitted for a uniform.
NEW BOMBERS HEAD FOR BRITAIN
SANTA MONICA, CALIF.--Eight new Douglas DB-7 attack bombers, deadliest of its type in the world, take off for the East, where they'll be shipped to England to tackle the Nazi war birds.
FILM STARS IN PLEA TO ALIENS
U.S.A.--A plea to all aliens to register with the U.S. is made by Charles Boyer and Merle Oberon, foreign screen stars, who say that the opportunities given them and others should be reciprocated.
DIVING STARS SHINE IN MEET
PALM SPRINGS, CALIF.--Crack U. S. aquatic stars thrill the fans with a breathless exhibition of high-board diving. Marjorie Gestring, Corinne Smith and other outstanding exponents show their top-notch form.
X-COUNTRY CHAMP WINS AGAIN
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Leslie MacMitchell, N.Y.U. harrier, repeats his performance of last year and wins the I.C.4-A classic. Robert Nichols of Rhode Island State comes in second, leading his team to victory.
"PRO" GIANTS TOP PACKERS, 7-3
NEW YORK, N. Y.--An old-fashioned football thriller is the game between the N. Y. Giants and the Green Bay Packers of Wisconsin. A Packer fumble puts the New Yorkers in position to score early in the game.
CORNELL BOWS ON 5TH DOWN RULING
HANOVER, N. H.--Football's "photo-finish" upset of the year! Pictures show much-publicized "fifth down" that cancels Cornell's 7-3 victory over the Dartmouth "Indians," and ends the Big Red 2-year winning streak!
VOL. 12--NO. 930
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-11-22, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Weapons and ordnance, 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 931, November 25, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 931 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 16 mins
This newsreel features the military draft and military ceremonies.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 931 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 16 mins
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This newsreel features the military draft and military ceremonies.
Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-11-25, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Military ceremonies, Military draft, Blitz, September 1940-May 1941, Italy attacks Greece, October 28, 1940, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright © 1940 Universal Pictures Company Inc.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 932, November 27, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 932 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 10 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about military training, weapons and ordnance, and navy ships.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 932 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 10 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about military training, weapons and ordnance, and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
AMERICA PREPARES
RUSH MORE TROOPS TO ALASKA
SEATTLE, WASH.--In a move surrounded by secrecy, Uncle Sam sends 775 officers and men of the 75th Coast Artillery (A.A.) on board the Army transport, St. Mihiel, to bolster our outpost forces in strategic Alaska.
U. S. SKI TROOPS IN DEBUT
MT. RAINIER, WAS...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about military training, weapons and ordnance, and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
AMERICA PREPARES
RUSH MORE TROOPS TO ALASKA
SEATTLE, WASH.--In a move surrounded by secrecy, Uncle Sam sends 775 officers and men of the 75th Coast Artillery (A.A.) on board the Army transport, St. Mihiel, to bolster our outpost forces in strategic Alaska.
U. S. SKI TROOPS IN DEBUT
MT. RAINIER, WASH.--Thrilling scenes with Uncle Sam's first ski patrol! Troops of the 41st Division, in special dress, "storm" the mountains in tests to train soldiers for service in the snow.
TWO DESTROYERS LAUNCHED
KEARNY, N. J.--Another forward step in our naval expansion program! Two new "greyhounds" for the U.S. Navy, the "Edison" and the "Ericsson," are christened, one by Thomas Edison's widow.
NAVY TESTS "MOSQUITO" BOATS
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Thrills and excitement for our cameraman, who goes for the ride of his life--on one of the new "P.T." boats for the Navy. Capable of 60 M.P.H., the 70-foot craft gives us quite a ride.
A SALUTE TO SAINT NICK
SCREEN STARS IN XMAS PARADE
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.--Movieland notables take part in a colorful salute to Christmas. Many film favorites appear during a gala spectacle of floats, dedicating the main street as "Santa Claus Lane."
POLICE, FIREMEN IN SANTA ROLE (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Good news for New York youngsters, who might have a slim Xmas but for the "cops" and the "fire laddies." Volunteers mend old toys for Christmas distribution to needy children.
MERCHANT GIVES COATS TO NEEDY (Exclusive)
KANSAS CITY, MO.--Louis A. Cumonow, local merchant, is a modern Good Samaritan. This year, as usual, he gives away free hundreds of coats, and other articles to the unemployed.
LIFE-LIKE DOLLS HAVE DEBUT (Exclusive)
LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y.--A thrill for "little sister"--amazing dolls that move their arms and legs as if alive. Made of a plastic magic skin, the novel toys should prove a big hit this Christmas.
FIRE CO. MASCOT "PAYS OFF" (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--"Mrs. Boots," official mascot of Hook & Ladder Co. No. 24, presents the "boys" with a litter of nine pups--a "9-alarm" event! They call the roll for mama--and nine little Dalmatian "booties."
CULINARY MASTERPIECES SHOWN (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Works of art that will make your mouth water. The 25th annual National Hotel Exposition displays tempting, luscious masterpieces turned out by various hotel chefs.
COURT CHAMPS GET UNDER WAY
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Basketball is back! And it's a top-notch battle between the Phillips "66" "Oilers" and the Ohrbach A.A. players. Nip and tuck all the way, but the "Oilers" come to the top to win, 37-35.
"HEEL & TOE" CHAMPS STEP OUT (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--A "Turkey Day" classic is the annual ten-mile walking race to Coney Island, with 46 competing this year. Maybe they're just working up an appetite for turkey. Anyway, it's a laugh!
N. Y. GIANTS "SCALP" REDSKINS
NEW YORK, N. Y.--"Pro" football in its most exciting form is seen in the clash between the New Yorkers and the Washingtonians, with the Giants scoring three times, on passes and plunges, to win, 21-7.
VOL. 12--NO. 932
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1940-11-27, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Military training, Weapons and ordnance, Navy ships, 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 933, December 3, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 933 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 17 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, James A. Lovell, and Edwin Aldrin.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 933 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 17 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, James A. Lovell, and Edwin Aldrin.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
MEXICO HAILS NEW PRESIDENT
MEXICO CITY, D. F.--THREATS OF REVOLUTION PETER OUT, AND PEACE REIGNS, AS GEN. MANUEL AVILA CAMACHO, WITH U. S. BLESSING, BECOMES THE NEW PRESIDENT TO SUCCEED PRESIDENT CARDENAS. COLORFUL SCENES MARK THE INAUGURATION, WITH PAN-AMERICAN UNITY STRESSED BY ALL.
HENRY A. WALLACE, VICE-PRESIDEN...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, James A. Lovell, and Edwin Aldrin.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
MEXICO HAILS NEW PRESIDENT
MEXICO CITY, D. F.--THREATS OF REVOLUTION PETER OUT, AND PEACE REIGNS, AS GEN. MANUEL AVILA CAMACHO, WITH U. S. BLESSING, BECOMES THE NEW PRESIDENT TO SUCCEED PRESIDENT CARDENAS. COLORFUL SCENES MARK THE INAUGURATION, WITH PAN-AMERICAN UNITY STRESSED BY ALL.
HENRY A. WALLACE, VICE-PRESIDENT ELECT, IS UNCLE SAM'S SPECIAL ENVOY TO THE CEREMONY, AND RECEIVES A HEARTY GREETING FROM CAMACHO SUPPORTERS.
PREPAREDNESS HEADLINES
Army Speeds Draftee Training
FORT ORD, CALIF.--The West Coast's biggest post takes on a wartime aspect, with 12,500 troops, including new conscript soldiers, beginning training. By 1941, 30,000 men are expected to be under arms here.
Bombers Rushed for Britain
SEATTLE, WASH.--Striking mass production scenes at the Boeing plant, where a Flying Fortress is turned out every two days. Twenty of the huge, 22-ton bombers are slated for England and others for the U. S.
DIES DEFENDS "5TH COLUMN" EXPOSURES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Martin Dies, chairman of Congress, committee exposing sabotage activities in defense plants, says the work of exposure must go on!--
However, Attorney General Robert Jackson tells the nation that the F.B.I and Army and Navy Intelligence Services can attend to Fifth Columnists.
8 DEAD IN BUILDING EXPLOSION
TOPPENISH, WASH.--A terrific gas explosion levels a big downtown building, killing eight persons and injuring 14. Police and other rescue groups search the ruins and bring out victims of the disaster.
PRIZE LIVESTOCK SEEN IN SHOW
CHICAGO, ILL.--Champs from prize-winning farms gather for the International Livestock Exposition. Blue-blood steers and horses, side by side with 4-H Club winners. Sheep shearing demonstrations provide interesting interludes.
SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The "Big Town" is all in readiness for that jolly fellow on December 25th. Lights twinkle all over town, as shop windows draw big crowds. Wise shoppers are hard at it, buying and mailing their gifts early.
GRID THRILLS OF THE WEEK
102,000 See Navy Beat Army, 14-0
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Preceded by a colorful review by Cadets and Midshipmen, the 50th anniversary meeting of the "service" teams provides thrills and color for a huge throng at the Municipal Stadium. And it's the Middies who "sink" the Army in the real Navy style!
VOL. 12--NO. 933
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1940-12-03, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Edwin Eugene Aldrin, 1930-, James Arthur Lovell, 1928-
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military training, War materiel, 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 934, December 5, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 934 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about navy bases, political causes, and sailing.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 934 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about navy bases, political causes, and sailing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
THE WAR AT SEA
BRITISH RESCUE DOWNED FASCIST FLIER
IN THE MEDITERRANEAN--THRILLING SCENES ABOARD BRITISH WARSHIPS, DURING AN ATTACK BY ITALIAN PLANES. ANTI-AIRCRAFT GUNNERS "BAG" A FASCIST FLIER AND RESCUE CREWS PULL HIM OUT OF THE WATER JUST BEFORE HIS PARACHUTE SINKS.
CANADA SPEEDS TROOPS TRAINING
CAMP BORDEN,...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about navy bases, political causes, and sailing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
THE WAR AT SEA
BRITISH RESCUE DOWNED FASCIST FLIER
IN THE MEDITERRANEAN--THRILLING SCENES ABOARD BRITISH WARSHIPS, DURING AN ATTACK BY ITALIAN PLANES. ANTI-AIRCRAFT GUNNERS "BAG" A FASCIST FLIER AND RESCUE CREWS PULL HIM OUT OF THE WATER JUST BEFORE HIS PARACHUTE SINKS.
CANADA SPEEDS TROOPS TRAINING
CAMP BORDEN, ONT.--CANADA'S WAR EFFORTS ARE IN HIGH GEAR! TRAINING SOLDIERS TO FIGHT FOR EMPIRE OVERSEAS! TANK DRIVERS, MOTORCYCLE PATROLS, INFANTRY AND OTHER UNITS--TOGETHER IN SPECTACULAR BATTLE MANEUVERS!
F. D. R. SAILS ON MYSTERY CRUISE
MIAMI, FLA.--Off for a two-week cruise in Caribbean waters, possibly to inspect navy sites on islands leased from Britain, goes President Roosevelt aboard the cruiser Tuscaloosa. He may have to fly back if an emergency arises.
WALLACE AT MEXICAN WEST POINT
MEXICO CITY, D. F.--Henry A. Wallace, special U. S. envoy, extends congratulations and best wishes to President Camacho, and is a guest at a military demonstration by cadets of the Military Academy.
HEALTHIEST YOUNGSTERS CHOSEN
CHICAGO, ILL.--The healthiest boys and girls in the nation--winners of the 4-H Club national contest--take a bow! Exercise, hard work and plenty of milk is the key to their success.
PET HEN LAYS EGG IN KITCHEN (Exclusive)
NEW MONMOUTH, N. J.--"Sally," an extraordinary New Hampshire Red, owned by Mrs. Wm. Moffett, pays a visit to the kitchen every morning--and like clockwork, lays an egg for breakfast. No transportation problem here!
DOG PROVES GOOD TRAFFIC COP (Exclusive)
BUFFALO, N. Y.--Meet "Prof. Knee-Hi," famous "safety dog." He teaches school children how to cross the street safely--has done so for thousands. He's a wire-haired terrier--and about the smartest thing on four feet!
PRIZE CATS ON DISPLAY AT SHOW (Exclusive)
CHICAGO, ILL.--Prize-winning Persian, Manx, Siamese and Abyssinian cats--along with just plain kitties--are seen in the Beresford Show. You'll love the "Great Lover"--and a litter of blue-blooded kittens!
DODGERS UPSET N.Y. GIANTS, 14-6
NEW YORK, N. Y.--"ACE" PARKER STARS FOR THE BROOKLYN "PRO" GRIDDERS AS THEY COP SECOND PLACE IN THE LEAGUE WITH A STUNNING VICTORY OVER THE NEW YORKERS. 55,000 FOOTBALL FANS SEE THE FUN--AND HOW!
VOL. 12--NO. 934
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-12-05, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Navy bases, Political causes, Sailing, 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 935, December 10, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 935 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 4 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about civilian war casualties and aircraft accidents.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 935 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 4 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about civilian war casualties and aircraft accidents.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
THE WAR FRONT
"COVENTRY" RAID DAMAGE TERRIFIC
IN ENGLAND--NAZI "BLITZ" ATTACKS ON MIDLAND CITIES TAKE A HEAVY TOLL IN LIVES AND PROPERTY. CHEERED BY VISITS OF ROYALTY TO BOMBED AREAS, VICTIMS OF NEW RAIDS KEEP "THUMBS UP."
ARRIVING IN AN ARMORED CAR, QUEEN ELIZABETH GOES SHOPPING IN LONDON. HER CHEERFUL SMIL...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about civilian war casualties and aircraft accidents.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
THE WAR FRONT
"COVENTRY" RAID DAMAGE TERRIFIC
IN ENGLAND--NAZI "BLITZ" ATTACKS ON MIDLAND CITIES TAKE A HEAVY TOLL IN LIVES AND PROPERTY. CHEERED BY VISITS OF ROYALTY TO BOMBED AREAS, VICTIMS OF NEW RAIDS KEEP "THUMBS UP."
ARRIVING IN AN ARMORED CAR, QUEEN ELIZABETH GOES SHOPPING IN LONDON. HER CHEERFUL SMILE, AND BRAVERY IN TIME OF DANGER, THRILLS THE CIVILIZED WORLD.
AMERICAN "ACES" TRAIN IN CANADA
HUNDREDS OF ADVENTUROUS AMERICAN FLIERS HAVE JOINED THE R.C.A.F., AS INSTRUCTORS OR STUDENTS FOR SERVICE OVERSEAS. SPURRED BY THE ANNOUNCEMENT THAT THEY WON'T FORFEIT THEIR U. S. CITIZENSHIP!
10 DEAD IN LUXURY PLANE CRASH
CHICAGO, ILL.--SEVEN OF THE PASSENGERS AND THE CREW OF THREE DIE IN THE CRASH OF AN AIRLINER NEAR THE CHICAGO AIRPORT. THE PLANE, COMING IN FOR A LANDING DURING A BLIZZARD, SMASHED INTO POWER LINES AND WRECKED SEVERAL STRUCTURES.
FLY ENVOY'S WIFE HOME TO CHILE
MITCHELL FIELD, N. Y.--Pan-American "good-neighbor" gesture! Senora Carlos Davila, ailing wife of Chile's former president, is taken aboard a "Flying Fortress," to be flown home to Santiago, Chile.
WALLACE SEES MEXICAN RODEO
MEXICO CITY--Colorful scenes at the Rodeo Plaza, where the U. S. envoy and his wife are special guests at a Mexican festival and Bull Fight, attended by gaily-bedrecked men and women.
25 AMBULANCES FOR GREECE
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Twenty-five mobile units released for service in the Grecian War are blessed in impressive ceremonies at the Greek Cathedral. Part of the British-American corps, they'll help Britain's latest ally.
LAUNCH SHIP FOR AFRICAN "RUN"
BALTIMORE, MD.--Second new U. S. merchant marine vessel for the South African route in 11 years, slides down the ways at Sparrows Point. The $2,500,000 SS. Robin Doncaster--a new U. S. challenge for world trade!
STUNT FLIERS IN THRILL SHOW
NEW ORLEANS, LA.--The All-American Air Show is a succession of sensational air feats, featuring "aerobats" in spectacular stunts. Smoke-writing, upside-down flying, the "pic-a-back" stunt and other thrills!
SANTA CLAUS GETS A DUNKING
PALM SPRINGS, CALIF.--Here's a West Coast publicity man's latest brain-child! Santa distributes Xmas gifts to mermaids at the bottom of a swimming pool. It's one time that Santa's all wet!
CHICAGO BEARS ROUT REDSKINS, 73-0
WASHINGTON, D. C.--"EAST MEETS WEST"--IN "PRO" GRID PLAY-OFF--AND THE WEST (THE CHICAGO BEARS) OVERWHELMS THE EAST (THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS). A RECORD-BREAKING SCORE THAT GIVES THE BEARS THE "PRO" TITLE.
VOL. 12--NO. 935
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-12-10, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Accidental deaths, Holidays, Aircraft, Civilian war casualties, Bombings, War, Aircraft accidents, 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 936, December 12, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 936 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and blindness.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 936 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and blindness.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
RUMANIAN EARTHQUAKE
BUCHAREST, RUMANIA--SCENES OF DESTRUCTION IN THE WAKE OF THE WORST 'QUAKE IN DECADES TO STRIKE THE COUNTRY, RAZING ENTIRE TOWNS AND CRIPPLING INDUSTRY. THOUSANDS ARE KILLED AND COUNTLESS THOUSANDS INJURED.
BOMBING OF CHUNKING
CHINA--SPECTACULAR SCENES OF THE CHINESE CITY UNDER A TERRIFIC BOMBARDME...
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and blindness.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
RUMANIAN EARTHQUAKE
BUCHAREST, RUMANIA--SCENES OF DESTRUCTION IN THE WAKE OF THE WORST 'QUAKE IN DECADES TO STRIKE THE COUNTRY, RAZING ENTIRE TOWNS AND CRIPPLING INDUSTRY. THOUSANDS ARE KILLED AND COUNTLESS THOUSANDS INJURED.
BOMBING OF CHUNKING
CHINA--SPECTACULAR SCENES OF THE CHINESE CITY UNDER A TERRIFIC BOMBARDMENT BY JAPANESE PLANES, WHICH TAKE OFF FROM BASES TO SUBJECT THE CITY TO A DEVASTATING RAID. AMAZING PICTURES OF AIR-RAID DESTRUCTION RIGHT BEFORE YOUR EYES!
BRITAIN AT WAR
LONDON--AFTER THE RAIDERS PASS, LONDON GETS DOWN TO WORK! TROOPS HELP REPAIR TELEPHONE LINES, CLEAN UP DEBRIS. IN HOSPITALS, RADIUM EQUIPMENT IS STORED IN DEEP VAULTS DURING ATTACKS.
POLISH TROOPS ARE TRAINING FOR ANOTHER "CRACK" AT THE NAZIS. STATIONED IN SCOTLAND, THEY MAN SHORE BATTERIES.
INDIAN FLIERS--SWARTHY, BEARDED FIGHTERS FROM INDIA, HELP BRITAIN FIGHT OFF RAIDERS. UNITS ARE TRAINING WITH R.A.F.
Unload Tanks for Desert Drive
EGYPT--HUNDREDS OF TANKS AND GUNS ARE UNLOADED FROM SHIPS AND PREPARED FOR BRITAIN'S "BLITZ" ATTACK AGAINST THE ITALIANS AT SIDI BARRANI.
Italian "Sub" Chased To Safety
OFF GIBRALTER--BRITISH PLANES SPOT A FASCIST SUBMARINE AND SIGNAL FOR NEARBY WARSHIPS. BUT THE SUBMERSIBLE REACHES SAFETY IN AFRICAN TERRITORIAL WATERS!
THE WINDSORS HAILED ON VISIT TO U.S.
MIAMI, FLA.--A VISIT TO AN AMERICAN DENTIST DEVELOPS INTO AN INTERNATIONAL GOOD-WILL EVENT. THE DUKE AND DUCHESS ARE GREETED BY THOUSANDS AS THEY ARRIVE AT THE DOCK. THE DUCHESS HAS A TROUBLESOME TOOTH!
LANDS IN BAY TO SAVE PLANE
FLOYD BENNETT FIELD, N. Y.--Ensign Robert Winston, test pilot who served in Finland, lands a Navy ship in Jamaica Bay when he finds his wheels won't come down. A spectacular crack-up but he saves the plane!
FAMOUS JEWEL IN CHURCH RITE
CHICAGO, ILL.--"Crown of the Andes," fabulous religious diadem of rare emeralds and valued in the millions, is used in impressive ceremonies at Our Lady of Sorrows Church.
NEW RUBBER BATHING SUITS SEEN (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Fashion note for Milady with a yen for sunny beaches! You'll be a "hit" in the new ensembles by George Kleinert, with chic aqua fleur trimmings, alluringly shown in a Hotel New Yorker setting.
SKI JUMPING CHAMPS TAKE OVER
BEAR MT., N. Y.--The earliest meet here in 30 years finds the nation's crack slat-men in late-season form. A thrilling sight as they roar down the steel slide--and off into space!
BLIND RIDER IN DARING JUMP (Exclusive)
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS--BLINDED WHILE DOING THE SAME FEAT SEVERAL YEARS AGO, SENORA CARVER, DARE-DEVIL CIRCUS STAR, RIDES HER PET HORSE OFF A 40-FOOT TOWER INTO THE POOL BELOW!
VOL. 12--NO. 936
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-12-12, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Blindness, Horseback riding, Swimming, Presidents, Blitz, September 1940-May 1941, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, 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 937, December 17, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 937 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 13 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and the manufacturing industry.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 937 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 13 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and the manufacturing industry.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
DEFENSE CHIEF WARNS OF ARMS DELAY
NEW YORK, N. Y.--WILLIAM KNUDSEN, DEFENSE COMMISSIONER, TELLS THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MANUFACTURERS THAT THE U. S. IS LAGGING BEHIND 30 PER CENT IN ITS ARMS RACE, ESPECIALLY AS TO THE PROMISED 1,000 PLANES A MONTH BY MARCH, 1941. HE CALLS FOR A SPEED-UP BY INDUST...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, Franklin Roosevelt, and the manufacturing industry.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
DEFENSE CHIEF WARNS OF ARMS DELAY
NEW YORK, N. Y.--WILLIAM KNUDSEN, DEFENSE COMMISSIONER, TELLS THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MANUFACTURERS THAT THE U. S. IS LAGGING BEHIND 30 PER CENT IN ITS ARMS RACE, ESPECIALLY AS TO THE PROMISED 1,000 PLANES A MONTH BY MARCH, 1941. HE CALLS FOR A SPEED-UP BY INDUSTRY AND LABOR!
F. D. R. BACK FROM DEFENSE TRIP
CHARLESTON, S. C.--Pres. Roosevelt ends his two-week "defense" tour of Caribbean bases, disembarking at the Navy base here. He faces growing demands at home for a speed-up of U. S. preparedness efforts.
CAPITAL RITES FOR AMBASSADOR
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The U. S. Capital pays final tribute to Lord Lothian, popular British envoy who died suddenly after a short illness. High administration and government leaders attend impressive funeral rites.
NEWEST BOMBER "TOPS" IN TEST
BALTIMORE, MD.--Known simply as the B-26, a new Martin bomber undergoes trials for acceptance by the Army. It has a tail turret, four-bladed propellors, and is said to be the fastest of its type in the world.
ARMY ENGINEERS BUILD BRIDGE
FORT KNOX, KY.--Modern warfare requires speed and action. That's what you get when engineers of the armored force build a pontoon bridge across the Ohio River, to transport tanks and troops to the other side.
LAUNCH NEW AIRCRAFT CARRIER
NEWPORT NEWS, VA.--A milestone in U. S. naval expansion is the launching of the new U. S. S. Hornet, swift new plane carrier designed to carry 83 planes. Mrs. Frank Knox, wife of Navy chief, does the honors.
"FRIDAY 13TH CLUB" DEFIES JINX (Exclusive)
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Walking under ladders, breaking mirrors and doing other "bad luck" things on Friday the 13th doesn't faze members of this anti-superstition club. They try 'em all at a goofy luncheon in the Zoo!
GOLFERS VIE FOR SILVER DOLLARS
MIAMI, FLA.--A host of top-notch golfers in a pre-season tournament, for ten thousand dollars in silver. They turn "cartwheels" to win, but Byron Nelson takes first prize--all in cash. He hits the "jackpot"!
OKLAHOMA CAGERS TOP C.C.N.Y.
NEW YORK, N. Y.--"Big Time" basketball for "Big Town" fans, with the championship "Aggies" from the Southwest walloping the local quintet, 32-24, in a thrilling battle in Madison Square Garden.
VOL. 12--NO. 937
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-12-17, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
William S. Knudsen, 1879-1948, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
William S. Knudsen, 1879-1948, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Manufacturing industry, War materiel, 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 938, December 19, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 938 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Franklin Roosevelt, and war materials.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 938 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Franklin Roosevelt, and war materials.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
LABOR CHIEFS PLEDGE DEFENSE AID
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Leaders of both A. F. of L. and the C.I.O. tell the nation that their organizations are 100 per cent behind defense efforts. William Green says there will be no unnecessary strikes, while Philip Murray says the C.I.O. has a plan to speed up production.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Franklin Roosevelt, and war materials.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
LABOR CHIEFS PLEDGE DEFENSE AID
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Leaders of both A. F. of L. and the C.I.O. tell the nation that their organizations are 100 per cent behind defense efforts. William Green says there will be no unnecessary strikes, while Philip Murray says the C.I.O. has a plan to speed up production.
38 DEAD IN MEXICAN WRECK
IGUALA, MEXICO--The worst railroad disaster in Mexican history takes a terrible toll in dead and injured. A 19-car work train, out of control rounding a turn, plunged into a gorge, ending up in shattered wreckage below.
WINDSORS SAIL AFTER U. S. VISIT
MIAMI, FLA.--America's visit of royalty ends, as the Duke and Duchess of Windsor leave on the yacht, "Southern Cross," for Nassau. The Duchess is well again, thank you, after a tooth operation.
ARMY GETS N(illegible text)W SEARCHLIGHTS
SCHENECTADY, N. Y.--First of a big order for billion-candle-power searchlights for the Army are completed at the General Electric plant. These new "Aladdins" can pick up a plane flying 25,000 feet up!
DUTCH PRINCESS VISITS F. D. R.
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Princess Juliana of Holland, royal refugee who fled her homeland to Canada, is met by Dutch Minister Loudon and Undersecretary of State Welles, as she arrives for a visit at the White House.
INDIANS GAIN BY ANCIENT TREATY
AKRON, N. Y.--Quaint ceremonies mark the annual fulfillment of a treaty made with the Indians in 1794. "Braves" and "Squaws" of the Seneca tribe receive an allotment of cloth from the government--and go into a dance!
SNOW CARNIVAL IS GALA FETE
ALTA, UTAH--Colorful scenes at Alta's first snow carnival, high in the Utah "Rockies." Our cameraman got frost-bitten and his camera froze getting these pictures--but it was worth it, you'll agree!
MEXICANS WORSHIP PATRON SAINT
LA VILLA, MEXICO--Impressive scenes as 150,000 devout Catholics gather from all parts of the country to worship at the shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe, the Mexican patron saint.
FILM STARS AT GALA PREMIERE (Exclusive)
SANTA FE, N. MEX.--A bevy of screen talent is on hand for the premiere of the Western epic, "Santa Fe Trail." Errol Flynn, Rita Hayworth and others! Wait until you see them in a snow-fight--and on the ski run!
YOUNG SLUGGERS MIX IT IN RING
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Action galore marks the finals of the Diamond Belt bouts at Madison Square Garden. Youthful sluggers let go with a barrage of "rights" and "lefts" that will delight all fisticuff fans!
VOL. 12--NO. 938
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-12-19, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Labor and unions, Manufacturing industry, War materiel, Presidents, Labor unions, 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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