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Universal Newsreels, Release 461, April 30, 1953
in Universal Newsreels, Release 461 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1953, originally published 1953), 7 mins
This newsreel features political demonstrations, military homecomings, POWs, truces, and mining towns.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 461 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1953, originally published 1953), 7 mins
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This newsreel features political demonstrations, military homecomings, POWs, truces, and mining towns.
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KOREA TRUCE HOPES RISE
KOREA--An air of renewed optimism surrounds truce talks at Panmunjom. General Harrison tells newsmen agreement may be in sight on a neutral nation for custodian of PW's. But in Seoul, crowds parade in streets demanding unification of all Korea.
TURKISH S...
This newsreel features political demonstrations, military homecomings, POWs, truces, and mining towns.
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KOREA TRUCE HOPES RISE
KOREA--An air of renewed optimism surrounds truce talks at Panmunjom. General Harrison tells newsmen agreement may be in sight on a neutral nation for custodian of PW's. But in Seoul, crowds parade in streets demanding unification of all Korea.
TURKISH SUB TRAGEDY
TURKEY -- Maritime tragedy in the Dardanelles. Solemn scenes of burial at sea, for the 81 sailors who perished in the sinking of a former U. S. submarine, after rescue attempts failed.
URANIUM IN GHOST TOWN
COLORADO -- New life is brought to ghost towns that roared during gold rush days, by the discovery of rich uranium lodes at Central City, once called the richest square mile on earth.
BLIND KIDS VISIT ZOO
NEW YORK--Sixty sightless youngsters find a real wonderland at the zoo. Though they cannot see the animals, through their sensitive hands they meet inhabitants of world they had heard of but never glimpsed.
SPAGHETTI CONTEST
NEW YORK -- The season's first and only "Spaghetti Derby," a bevy of belles chomping away with no silverware, no hands. First to polish off the pasta wins the crown . . . and how!
BAHA'I TEMPLE
ILLINOIS--A hundred-year dream of the followers of the Baha'i faith is realized with the dedication of the young religion's first House of Worship. Here all religions will be honored, in accordance with Bah'i's creed.
JOYFUL FAMILIES GREET P.W.'S
SAN FRANCISCO--Dramatic scenes of home-coming and reunion as first plane-load of returning prisoners reaches U. S. soil. Some of the men arrive on stretchers. In New York and in Philadelphia, the joyful scenes are repeated as the young Americans come home at last.
VOL. 26--NO. 461
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Date Written / Recorded
1953
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1953-04-30, 1953
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, Military homecomings, Mining towns, Prisoners of war, Truces, Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960)
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Copyright © 1953 Universal Pictures Company Inc.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 466, January 7, 1946
in Universal Newsreels, Release 466 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 12 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about postwar reconstruction in Austria.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 466 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 12 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about postwar reconstruction in Austria.
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GEN. MARSHALL IN CHINA
SHANGHAI--President Truman's special envoy arrives to undertake his mission of bringing peace to warring China. He is welcomed by General Wedemey...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about postwar reconstruction in Austria.
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GEN. MARSHALL IN CHINA
SHANGHAI--President Truman's special envoy arrives to undertake his mission of bringing peace to warring China. He is welcomed by General Wedemeyer and high-ranking Chinese officials. He will act as arbiter between the National government and the Communists.
HOUSING SPEED-UP
WASHINGTON--Wilson Wyatt, appointed housing expediter by President Truman, says GI's are demanding action on this problem and they are going to get it.
SOCIABILITY IN JAPAN
Yank occupation troops undertake serious research into Japanese customs, under the guidance of Nippon's fair maids. There are tougher ways of learning the language.
THRILLS IN VIENNA
VIENNA--Occupation-weary GI's get a break. They witness the first motorcycle race held in the Austrian capital in the last seven years. Riders from Hungary, England and Austria put on quite a show.
JAP PRISONERS LEAVE U.S.
WILMINGTON--Very camera shy, 1,462 Japanese prisoners are loaded aboard a transport for return to Japan, via Hawaii. Some of them may be kept in Hawaii to be used in work battalions.
SKI HERO HONORED
BEAR MOUNTAIN--On the ski jump on which he made many of his records. Torger Tokle is honored in a memorial contest by some of the country's outstanding jumpers. Tokle was killed in Italy while leading his mountain troops to the attack.
FAST COUNT FOR JOE
ATLANTA--Up pops Sergeant Patterson with a gimmick that has three dials and tells you how long you've been in, faster than you can say discharge. They're so popular that 150 are being made. (Exclusive)
FIGHTING TIGERS BACK
TACOMA--The 23rd Fighter Group, which includes the famed Flying Tigers, arrives after hunting Japs all over Asia's skies. An eight-year-old Chinese boy, their mascot, is aboard, officially a slowaway. It's just possible the Tigers know more than they tell. (Exclusive)
PARATROOP TRIPLETS
NEW YORK--The 82nd Airborne arrive, and they're all proud foster pappies to the seven-month-old Glass triplets, whose father is an American GI and mother a British girl. Already they have raised more than $4,000 for the babies.
VOL. 19--466
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-01-07, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
George Catlett Marshall, 1880-1959
Topic / Theme
International relations, Postwar reconstruction, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 471, June 3, 1953
in Universal Newsreels, Release 471 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1953, originally published 1953), 7 mins
This newsreel features the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 471 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1953, originally published 1953), 7 mins
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This newsreel features the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
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UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL Presents CORONATION OF ELIZABETH II
The greatest pageant of the twentieth century unfolds before London and the world, as Elizabeth, Britain's winsome young queen is crowned amid and splendor evolved over a thousand years.
WHOLE WORLD REPRESENTED
Not only from the far flung British Dominions, b...
This newsreel features the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
THE FINEST IN THE INDUSTRY
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL Presents CORONATION OF ELIZABETH II
The greatest pageant of the twentieth century unfolds before London and the world, as Elizabeth, Britain's winsome young queen is crowned amid and splendor evolved over a thousand years.
WHOLE WORLD REPRESENTED
Not only from the far flung British Dominions, but every major power, ranking representatives are present to witness the event, while hundreds of thousands of visitors throng the capital to witness the glittering spectacle. Every foot of the coronation procession route is occupied by eager spectators.
HISTORIC CEREMONY
In the hush of Westminster Abbey's vastness peers and peeresses in scarlet ceremonial robes witness the supreme moment, when, after being annointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Queen has placed on her head the crown of St. Edward. She is then enthroned. All the pageantry originated since the day of William the Conqueror and the subsequent days of feudal chivalry enter into the ceremony.
A RADIANT QUEEN
The ritual over, Queen Elizabeth rides over a procession route that takes her through the ancient landmarks of London amid millions cheering themselves hoarse. Back at Buckingham palace she appears on the balcony with her family--the symbol of new hope for austerity-ridden Britain.
VOL. 26--NO. 471
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Date Written / Recorded
1953
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1953-06-03, 1953
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Elizabeth II, Queen of Great Britain, 1926-
Topic / Theme
Coronations, Monarchs, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 532, February 4, 1952
in Universal Newsreels, Release 532 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1952, originally published 1952), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about riots in Tunesia.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 532 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1952, originally published 1952), 7 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about riots in Tunesia.
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TROUBLE IN TUNISIA
TUNIS--Tunisia in revolt! Martial law follows sabotage and riots in the French North African protectorate. Train is wrecked in desert by Arab extremists, as French troops battle to restore order i...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about riots in Tunesia.
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TROUBLE IN TUNISIA
TUNIS--Tunisia in revolt! Martial law follows sabotage and riots in the French North African protectorate. Train is wrecked in desert by Arab extremists, as French troops battle to restore order in the trouble zone. Nationalistic feeling runs high as local revolutionists seek greater autonomy from France.
ROME IN FASHION BID
ROME, ITALY--Rome is fast becoming one of the style centers of the world. Competing with Paris for the rich U.S. market, Italian style creators stage another impressive showing of swanky new styles for American women.
WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF
GOV'T. PROBE--
New York Republican Newbold Morris is sworn in as special assistant to Atty. Gen'l. McGrath to probe corruption in government.
JEWEL ROBBERY--
New York's sensational $100,000 jewel robbery is solved in 48 hours by astute police work. Three young robbers are quickly brought to justice.
KOREA WEST POINT--
Following a rich tradition, South Korea sets up its own "West Point." General Ridgway is guest of Pres. Syngman Rhee as Korean "cadets" strut their stuff.
THE WORLD OF SPORTS
BACKWARD WALKER--
Sensation of Rome is Mario Lelli, setting new world's record by walking 12 miles backward in less than 3 hours.
OLYMPIC SKATERS--
Members of U.S. Figure Skating team practice on Radio City (New York) rink prior to boarding plane for Oslo.
RICHEST RACE --
World's richest horse race, $187,000 Santa Anita Maturity, brings out field of nine, with five-to-one shot "Intent" coming fast to win by a whisker.
VOL. 25--NO. 532
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Date Written / Recorded
1952
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1952-02-04, 1952
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Political events, Riots, Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 541, September 26, 1946
in Universal Newsreels, Release 541 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 4 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about unrest in Bombay and inflation in Shanghai.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 541 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 4 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about unrest in Bombay and inflation in Shanghai.
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TURMOIL IN BOMBAY
BOMBAY, INDIA--Tension prevails in this city of millions following riots between Hindus and Moslems. Police patrol the streets and an un...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about unrest in Bombay and inflation in Shanghai.
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TURMOIL IN BOMBAY
BOMBAY, INDIA--Tension prevails in this city of millions following riots between Hindus and Moslems. Police patrol the streets and an uneasy quiet hovers over the city, where thousands were injured in rioting.
SHANGHAI, CHINA--Along with the city's normal commerce, the black market flourishes hand in hand with inflation. Seven million persons fight for existance, and traffic in illegal goods is terrific.
FLYING POST OFFICE
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Efficiency goes up--up in the sky--to bring you your air-mail letter more quickly. The first flying post office takes off on test flight. Mail is sorted enroute and ready for speedy delivery.
CHICAGO, ILL.--The first bag of mail is delivered to Mayor Kelly as the debut of the modern system comes off with "flying" colors.
HOLY NAME HOLY HOUR
CHICAGO, ILL.--Impressive scenes of religious splendor unfold at Soldier Field, as Cardinal Stritch leads thousands of devout in church rites celebration of canonization of Mother Cabrini and honoring chaplains.
GOTHAM HAILS WILD WEST
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- There are rodeos and rodeos--but This is the big time, with the champs from out West riding herd on the ornery critters at Madison Square Garden. The local "dudes" get their thrills worth.
MECHANIZED MAD-CAPS
TRENTON, N. J.--In this driver's night-mare you'll see Joie Chitwood and his Hell Drivers do things with cars that will take your breath away. Tricks, stunts and screw-ball driving!
VOL. 19--541
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-09-26, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, Political and Social Movements, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 548, March 1, 1954
in Universal Newsreels, Release 548 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
EXTRA! SHOOTING IN CONGRESS: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ruthless fanatic violence strikes in the halls of Congress. Three men and a woman - believed to be members of the Puerto Rican nationalist gang that attempted to assassinate President Truman in 1950 - open fire on Congressmen from the Visitor's Gallery. Five lawmaker...
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 548 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
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EXTRA! SHOOTING IN CONGRESS: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ruthless fanatic violence strikes in the halls of Congress. Three men and a woman - believed to be members of the Puerto Rican nationalist gang that attempted to assassinate President Truman in 1950 - open fire on Congressmen from the Visitor's Gallery. Five lawmakers are wounded, in an act of wanton violence that shocks the nation. FLYING BOAT TESTED CALIFORNIA - The "Tradewind," the Navy's newest...
EXTRA! SHOOTING IN CONGRESS: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ruthless fanatic violence strikes in the halls of Congress. Three men and a woman - believed to be members of the Puerto Rican nationalist gang that attempted to assassinate President Truman in 1950 - open fire on Congressmen from the Visitor's Gallery. Five lawmakers are wounded, in an act of wanton violence that shocks the nation. FLYING BOAT TESTED CALIFORNIA - The "Tradewind," the Navy's newest flying boat, makes its first flight by new turbo-prop engines, the 80 ton transport will enter trans-Pacific service. RED HOSTAGES FREED GREECE - Bitter memories of guerilla war are revived with the return from Iron Curtain captivity of 1251 Greeks seized as hostages by the Reds as long as four years ago. SULTAN TOURS MOROCCO MOROCCO - Sultan Sidi Ben Arafa of Morocco begins a 15-day tour that will carry him to all principal cities of the French colony in an attempt to ease unrest that's grown since his appointment as spiritual leader. COLDBAR SUITS SHOWN VIRGINIA - The Quartermaster Corps demonstrates the new Coldbar suits, developed with an eye to Arctic defenses. Made of an elastic foam-like material, they repel water, retain body heat to keep the wearer warm. DODGERS TRAIN - DRESSEN ON COAST: FLORIDA - Under the eye of their new manager Walter Alston, the Dodgers train for the coming diamond season, and another pennant battle. The return of big Don Newcombe strengthens the pitching staff, rouses hopes for another World Series - this year, a winning series. CALIFORNIA - Charlie Dressen, erstwhile manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, looks over the Oakland Oaks, of the Pacific Coast League - his new team. Does he miss the Dodgers? Not so you'd notice. Too busy. MICRO MIDGETS - NEW AUTO CRAZE CALIFORNIA - Micro-midgets burn up the track in auto racing's newest craze. They're strictly limited in size and cost, powered by one lung engines, but they're so close to the ground 60 miles per hour is a thrilling pace. They're fun to drive - and fun to watch.
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EXTRA! SHOOTING IN CONGRESS
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Ruthless fanatic violence strikes in the halls of Congress. Three men and a woman--believed to be members of the Puerto Rican nationalist gang that attempted to assassinate President Truman in 1950--open fire on Congressmen from the Visitor's Gallery. Five lawmakers are wounded, in an act of wanton violence that shocks the nation.
FLYING BOAT TESTED
CALIFORNIA -- The "Tradewind," the Navy's newest flying boat, makes its first flight by new turbo-prop engines, the 80 ton transport will enter trans-Pacific service.
RED HOSTAGES FREED
GREECE--Bitter memories of guerilla war are revived with the return from Iron Curtain captivity of 1251 Greeks seized as hostages by the Reds as long as four years ago.
SULTAN TOURS MOROCCO
MOROCCO--Sultan Sidi Ben Arafa of Morocco begins a 15 day tour that will carry him to all principal cities of the French colony in an attempt to ease unrest that's grown since his appointment as spiritual leader.
COLDBAR SUITS SHOWN
VIRGINIA--The Quartermaster Corps demonstrates the new Coldbar suits, developed with an eye to Arctic defenses. Made of an elastic foam-like material, they repel water, retain body heat to keep the wearer warm.
DODGERS TRAIN--DRESSEN ON COAT
FLORIDA--Under the eye of their new manager Walter Alston, the Dodgers train for the coming diamond season, and another pennant battle. The return of big Don Newcombe strengthens the pitching staff, rouses hopes for another World Series--this year, a winning series.
CALIFORNIA--Charlie Dressen, erstwhile manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, look over the Oakland Oaks, of the Pacific Coast League--his new team. Does he miss the Dodgers? Not so you'd notice. Too busy.
MICRO MIDGETS--NEW AUTO CRAZE
CALIFORNIA -- Micro-midgets burn up the track in auto racing's newest craze. They're strictly limited in size and cost, powered by one-lung engines, but they're so close to the ground 60 mph is a thrilling pace. They're fun to drive--and fun to watch.
VOL. 27--NO. (illegible text)
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Date Written / Recorded
1954
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1954-03-01, 1954
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Assassination plots and attempts, Shootings, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 550, March 8, 1954
in Universal Newsreels, Release 550 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
DULLES ASKS AID IN OUSTING REDS FROM HEMISPHERE VENEZUELA - Secretary of State John Foster Dulles addresses the Tenth Inter-American Conference, urging a united front in preventing further Red infiltration. Guatemala's Foreign Minister Toriello warns against interference in internal affairs. PUERTO RICAN TERRORIST...
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 550 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 7 mins
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DULLES ASKS AID IN OUSTING REDS FROM HEMISPHERE VENEZUELA - Secretary of State John Foster Dulles addresses the Tenth Inter-American Conference, urging a united front in preventing further Red infiltration. Guatemala's Foreign Minister Toriello warns against interference in internal affairs. PUERTO RICAN TERRORISTS SEIZED PUERTO RICO - Pedro Albizu Campos and other leaders of the terroristic nationalist Party are seized after gun-battle with poli...
DULLES ASKS AID IN OUSTING REDS FROM HEMISPHERE VENEZUELA - Secretary of State John Foster Dulles addresses the Tenth Inter-American Conference, urging a united front in preventing further Red infiltration. Guatemala's Foreign Minister Toriello warns against interference in internal affairs. PUERTO RICAN TERRORISTS SEIZED PUERTO RICO - Pedro Albizu Campos and other leaders of the terroristic nationalist Party are seized after gun-battle with police in the aftermath of the group's assassination attempt in Congress. MAU MAU LEADER CAPTURED KENYA - As Britain's Colonial Secretary Oliver Lyttleton visits Kenya and joins a typical jungle patrol, a leader of the terrorist group, General China, is captured - offering the first contact with the upper levels of the Mau Mau. AIR FORCE TOUR VISITS CUBA CUBA - The United States Air Force "Wings Over The Americas" squadron visits Cuba. Spectacular aerial displays of stunts and precision flying by jets winds up the month long tour of the Western Hemisphere. JEWS HONOR PRESIDENT WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Eisenhower is presented with a medal commemorating the first Jewish settlement in America by American-Jewish Tercentenary Delegation. DUTCH OIL FIRE HOLLAND - Near the port of Rotterdam, two huge gasoline tanks explode, burn for two days threatening a conflagration that could paralyze the port. Firemen battle round the clock to stem the flames. SPRING TRAINING CLEVELAND INDIANS TUCSON, ARIZONA - Manager Al Lopez has his Indians hustling. Pitching looks good as usual, headed by Bob Lemon, Mike Garcia, and Early Wynn, and the Cleveland club is looking ahead to a big season. NEW YORK GIANTS PHOENIX, ARIZONA - Manager Leo Durocher is all smiles at the return from Army service of the inimitable Willie Mays. Reinforcements for the mound staff, obtained from the Braves, brighten hopes for the coming diamond year. CYCLING ITALY - The pedal pushing under pressure as Europe's top cyclists vie in a rugged cross country race combining features of a steeple-chase with a speed test. DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - Motorcycle maniacs gather for the Nationals - a thrill-packed event with spills a plenty - 100 miles of scorching along the sand, in the sports top event of the year.
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DULLES ASKS AID IN OUSTING REDS FROM HEMISPHERE
VENEZUELA--Secretary of State John Foster Dulles addresses the Tenth Inter-American Conference, urging a united front in preventing further Red infiltration. Guatemala's Foreign Minister Toriello warns against interference in internal affairs.
PUERTO RICAN TERRORISTS SEIZED
PUERTO RICO--Pedro Albizu Campos and other leaders of the terroristic Nationalist Party are seized after gun-battle with police in the aftermath of the group's assassination attempt in Congress.
MAU MAU LEADER CAPTURED
KENYA--As Britain's Colonial Secretary Oliver Lyttleton visits Kenya and joins a typical jungle patrol, a leader of the terrorist group, General China, is captured--offering the first contact with the upper levels of the Mau Mau.
AIR FORCE TOUR VISITS CUBA
CUBA--The U. S. Air Force "Wings Over The Americas" squadron visits Cuba. Spectacular aerial displays of stunts and precision flying by jets winds up the month long tour of the Western Hemisphere.
JEWS HONOR PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON, D. C.--President Eisenhower is presented with a medal commemorating the first Jewish settlement in America by American-Jewish Tercentenary Delegation.
DUTCH OIL FIRE
HOLLAND--Near the port of Rotterdam, two huge gasoline tanks explode, burn for two days threatening a conflagration that could paralyze the port. Firemen battle round the clock to stem the flames.
SPRING TRAINING CLEVELAND INDIANS
TUCSON, ARIZ. -- Manager Al Lopez has his Indians hustling. Pitching looks good as usual, headed by Bob Lemon, Mike Garcia, and Early Wynn, and the Cleveland club is looking ahead to a big season.
NEW YORK GIANTS
PHOENIX, ARIZ.--Manager Leo Durocher is all smiles at the return from Army service of the inimitable Willie Mays. Reinforcements for the mound staff, obtained from the Braves, brighten hopes for the coming diamond year.
CYCLING
ITALY--The pedal pushing under pressure as Europe's top cyclists vie in a rugged cross country race combining features of a steeplechase with a speed test.
DAYTONA BEACH, FLA.--Motorcycle maniacs gather for the Nationals--a thrill-packed event with spills a-plenty -- 100 miles of scorching along the sand, in the sports top event of the year.
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Date Written / Recorded
1954
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1954-03-08, 1954
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Arrests, Assassination plots and attempts, International relations, Cold War, 1945-1989, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 563, May 22, 1952
in Universal Newsreels, Release 563 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1952, originally published 1952), 5 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Prohibition Party, Dwight Eisenhower, and diplomatic missions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 563 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1952, originally published 1952), 5 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Prohibition Party, Dwight Eisenhower, and diplomatic missions.
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FUTURE GENERALS
WEST POINT--President joins the cadet corps in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the military academy. He warns them of the important role that is...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Prohibition Party, Dwight Eisenhower, and diplomatic missions.
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FUTURE GENERALS
WEST POINT--President joins the cadet corps in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the military academy. He warns them of the important role that is theirs in maintaining the free world.
IKE'S FAREWELL
General Eisenhower tours the NATO nations and in Denmark and Holland thanks cheering citizens for the co-operation in his task of welding a western European defense force.
MISS UNIVERSE
Both France and Germany select their candidates for the title of Miss Universe at the competition to be held in Long Beach, California. If these gals are European samples, the going should be torrid.
CHILE BUILDS
CHILE--Chile blazes new trails as 2100 miles of new roads take shape on the western slopes of the Andes.
ROYAL VISIT
SPAIN--Abdulah Ilah, regent of Iraq, pays a state visit to the government of Spain and receives a royal welcome from Generalissimo Franco.
FREE WHEELERS
CALIFORNIA--Mayhem by motor is the order of the day when chosen dare-devils do everything with a car they shouldn't and walk away from it.
VOL. 25--NO. 563
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Date Written / Recorded
1952
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1952-05-22, 1952
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
Topic / Theme
Diplomatic missions, Military alliances, Postwar reconstruction, Political parties, Presidents, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 563, April 22, 1954
in Universal Newsreels, Release 563 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features protests over the kidnapping of an anti-Communist leader and a Congressional Medal of Honor ceremony in Korea.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 563 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1954, originally published 1954), 9 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features protests over the kidnapping of an anti-Communist leader and a Congressional Medal of Honor ceremony in Korea.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
THE FINEST IN THE INDUSTRY
ANTI-RED RIOTS
FRANKFURT, GERMANY--Hundreds of shouting, demonstrating anti-communists tax police as they protest the Red kidnapping of their leader, Dr. Alexander Trushnovitsch, in Berlin. A militant anti-c...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features protests over the kidnapping of an anti-Communist leader and a Congressional Medal of Honor ceremony in Korea.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
THE FINEST IN THE INDUSTRY
ANTI-RED RIOTS
FRANKFURT, GERMANY--Hundreds of shouting, demonstrating anti-communists tax police as they protest the Red kidnapping of their leader, Dr. Alexander Trushnovitsch, in Berlin. A militant anti-communist, he was abducted and returned to East Germany and almost certain death.
HERO DECORATED
KOREA--Sergeant Ola L. Mize is honored by his regiment and General Canham as he receives the Congressional medal of honor for killing 65 Chinese Reds during one of the last major engagements of the war.
FREEDOM TRAINS
NEW YORK--The first of three trains bearing supplies to war-ravaged Korea, leaves for its cross country trip after ceremonies at its departure point. It is hoped that 600 cars will be eventually filled.
CITY CHEERS 45th DIVISION
NEW YORK--Hundreds of thousands cheer the "Thunderbird" division as it marches to City Hall to receives the city's honors from Mayor Wagner and other dignitaries.
MIDGET GYRO GLIDER
RALEIGH, N.C.--Igor Bensen takes the wraps off his tiny gyro glider which has less than one hundred dollars worth of parts and soars beautifully on its test.
WORKMAN'S FASHIONS
PHILADELPHIA--Fashions come to the mere males during lunch hour at the factory. Male models show the latest in men's attire to the cheers of the ladies.
DEAF MUTES 'SING' HYMNS
TORONTO--In a moving demonstration of religious faith, deaf mutes follow in gestures and cadence the singing of one of the great hymns, "The Old Rugged Cross."
CANCER TRAILER
Audrey Hepburn and her co-star Mel Ferrer make an eloquent appeal on behalf of the American Cancer Society during its annual drive for funds.
VOL. 27--NO. 563
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Date Written / Recorded
1954
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1954-04-22, 1954
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, Humanitarian aid, Military ceremonies, Military medals, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 568, December 30, 1946
in Universal Newsreels, Release 568 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 9 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the UN restricting diplomatic relations with Spain, clothing aid for Formosa, railway cars, ragpickers in Paris, deep sea fishing in Spain, and basketball.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 568 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1946, originally published 1946), 9 mins
Description
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the UN restricting diplomatic relations with Spain, clothing aid for Formosa, railway cars, ragpickers in Paris, deep sea fishing in Spain, and basketball.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
SPANISH DEMONSTRATION
MADRID--More than ha...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the UN restricting diplomatic relations with Spain, clothing aid for Formosa, railway cars, ragpickers in Paris, deep sea fishing in Spain, and basketball.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
SPANISH DEMONSTRATION
MADRID--More than half a million Spaniards assemble in public squares to demonstrate in behalf of their government and to support the Franco regime, which has been ostracized by United Nations action.
CLOTHING FOR ABORIGINALS
FORMOSA--Trucks loaded with UNRRA clothing set out for isolated native villages in the remote hinterland of this island, to help clothe thousands of semi-civilized aboriginals whom the Japs could never subjugate.
TRANSPORT A LA KING
ENGLAND--Special trains for a royal tour of South Africa, and a new limousine for the royal family, provide transportation a la king. The new coaches and new auto are the last word in British craftsmanship.
REBELLION OF RAGPICKERS
PARIS--"Trumps," the city's nocturnal ragpickers who go through the streets at night collecting old rags and paper for scrap salvage, win victory over local ordnance banning their trade. So, it's back to work!
TUNA FISHING IN SPAIN
ALICANTE--The catch is a record one--and the sea yields a net crop! By the netful, Spanish fishermen haul in the big ones, and it's plenty of work as you'll see in these colorful films.
UTAH BASKETEERS WIN
NEW YORK--In a spectacular basketball razzle-dazzle at the Garden, the Blitz Kids of Utah keep in season form by administering a 62-48 defeat to the St. John's Five. Somebody wins--and somebody loses.
VOL. 19--568
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-12-30, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Francisco Franco, 1892-1975
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, International relations, Fisheries, Basketball, Trains, Francisco Franco Becomes Dictator of Spain, October 1, 1936, War and Violence, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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