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Universal Newsreels, Release 8, January 22, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 8 (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, Ferdinand Marcos, and Lyndon Johnson.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Ferdinand Marcos, and Lyndon Johnson.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 8
DESOLATION AND RUIN FOLLOW IN PATH OF EARTHQUAKE HORROR
(83)
OAXACA, Mexico -- With the known dead 114 and the toll likely to grow, soldiers and civilians work feverishly amid debris and ashes to aid survivors of great temblor which not only wiped out main part of this c...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Ferdinand Marcos, and Lyndon Johnson.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 8
DESOLATION AND RUIN FOLLOW IN PATH OF EARTHQUAKE HORROR
(83)
OAXACA, Mexico -- With the known dead 114 and the toll likely to grow, soldiers and civilians work feverishly amid debris and ashes to aid survivors of great temblor which not only wiped out main part of this city, but destroyed three others -- one with a population of 2,500 disappearing entirely.
761 BABIES ENTERED IN CONTEST TO WIN CHIROPRACTIC TITLE
(53)
LOS ANGELES, Cal. -- Record number of contestants meet in one of nation's most notable health tournaments, at which muscle, bone, nerve and organic structures count in scoring. Stethoscopes, introduced as heart checkers, induce an unscheduled demonstration of lung and vocal power among infants.
POLICE SUBDUE RED RIOT IN COMMUNIST MARCH ON CITY HALL
(76)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Under the guise of unemployed workers bearing a petition for relief, 2,000 avowed opponents of American organized government violate pledge of orderly assembly and stage disorder. Spasmodic fighting rages for almost an hour with mounted and foot guards using fists instead of clubs.
STATE TAKES STEPS TO PRESERVE NATIVE CACTUS CURIOSITIES
(67)
APACHE TRAIL, Ariz. -- Horticultural scientists, fearing its extinction, make survey of vast natural garden with hundreds of varieties of all-purpose plant which, though armed with defensive spears, provides food for man and beast, clothing, paper fibre, fuel, candy juices and beverages. One specimen examined is 261 years old, weighing more than 200 tons.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
ROME, Italy -- Mussolini rides in private steeplechase! -- Il Duce practices daily hurdles in rare informal camera mood. (Exclusive pictures).
(60)
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. -- Budding prodigies shine in soap sculpture! -- Youngsters prepare for annual art exhibit.
(49)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- "America's Sweetest Girl" sees Gotham! -- Helen Robinson wins trip to Havana along with sugary title.
(53)
FORT DODGE, Ia. -- Swim titlist starts Spring training! Marvin Nelson digs himself a chilly bath-tub.
(52)
NATURE'S UPHEAVAL CHANGES FACE OF FAMOUS CATARACT
(70)
NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y. -- For first time since white men gazed upon the American water marvel here, centuries ago, a major alteration in its contour occurs with the collapse of rock shelf between Prospect Point and Luna Island, leaving a toothless cavity 150 feet wide in rim. Most other erosions have been on Canadian side.
COLLEGE MEN JOUST IN FLOUR BATTLE FOR HOSPITAL CHARITIES
(73)
LIVERPOOL, England -- Students of upper and lower classes meet in determined and enthusiastic battle, during which they employ wooden swords, fists and feet, as well as sacks of the white powder which they use as bombs and hand grenades. Skirmish is featured by same vigor as that of American frosh-soph encounters.
CONFLICTING VIEWS GREET REPORT OF WICKERSHAM BOARD
(82)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Like Mark Twain's hash, the findings of President Hoover's eleven law experts on crime in its relation to Prohibition, seems to be one of the great American mysteries. Both Wets and Drys get comfort from it, it appears, but the consensus of opinion is that the vexatious question remains in status quo.
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1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-22, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Presidents, Legislators, International relations, Climate and the Environment, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 8, January 21, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 8 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 10 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Great Depression.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Great Depression.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 8
NORMALCY RESTORED TO CITY'S BUSINESS BY 5-DAY RECESS DECREE
(89)
URBANA, Ill. -- The community, charged with nervousness and fear from bank crashes in neighboring cities, is relieved through a trading moratorium declared by Mayor Reginald C. Harmon, youthful chief executive. Food and medicines only are s...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Great Depression.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 8
NORMALCY RESTORED TO CITY'S BUSINESS BY 5-DAY RECESS DECREE
(89)
URBANA, Ill. -- The community, charged with nervousness and fear from bank crashes in neighboring cities, is relieved through a trading moratorium declared by Mayor Reginald C. Harmon, youthful chief executive. Food and medicines only are sold during the cessation of selling, permitting a "calming down" in the growing dread of financial difficulties among the citizens.
HAMMOND, Ind. -- Boy genius saves community from financial isolation! -- Whole nation interested in youth's dramatic banking move.
(76)
ETHIOPIA'S BOY PRINCE GETS HIGH HONORS ON FIRST FOREIGN VISIT
(70)
ST. CYR, France -- Prince Asfa Wusen, heir to the throne of the King of Kings, Sahale Selassie, arrives at the famous Military Training School in company with Marshal Franchet d'Esperet to review the future generals of the nation's armies. The sojourn proves an interesting interlude in his tour of European countries to assimilate practises of the Western World for the benefit of his ancient nation. The corps furnish a stirring demonstration for edification of the 15-year-old royal guest.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
LONG BEACH, Cal. -- Selects odd playmate! -- Lion replaces doll in affections of 3-year-old Betty Jean Bench.
(79)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
BALTIMORE, Md. -- Science marvels at legless wonder! -- 20-year-old Johnny Eck demonstrates amazing ability despite handicap.
(77)
CINCINNATI, Ohio -- Famous elephant dies at age of 120! -- Tillie goes to final rest, mourned by fellow pachyderms.
(83)
NIPPON SMOKE-EATERS THRILL POPULACE IN SPECTACULAR REVIEW
(111)
TOKYO, Japan -- Reviewed by Prince Asaka and Chief of the Metropolitan Police Board Naga, the firemen of the city give a sensational display of their skill in their annual public exhibition. Parading through the streets in a breath-taking procession, mingling ancient pageantry and modern efficiency, the department climaxes the drill with a series of stunts performed on bamboo ladders to demonstrate their traditional dexterity.
ARMY FLIERS SUCCOR SNOWBOUND INDIANS FACING STARVATION
(144)
LUKACHUKA, Ariz. -- Under the leadership of Lt. Charles H. Howard, six bombing planes drop a bombardment of food over Navajo and Zuni villages, where 20,000 natives, imprisoned by the ravages of a raging blizzard, stoically face death because of depleted supplies. Barriers of 15-foot snow-drifts cut off the trails leading from civilization to the primitive reservations, and left the Redmen unprepared to cope with the terrible tragedy. At Riverside, Cal., the service aviators, in a daring display of airmanship, meet the problem by employing modern means of transportation to save one of the most ancient communities on the continent.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-01-21, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Economic depressions, Shops, 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 9, January 29, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 9 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about diplomatic missions and international relations.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about diplomatic missions and international relations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1930 NUMBER 9
ENGLAND GREETS U.S. CONFERENCE DELEGATES
PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND
(87)
Ambassador Dawes in Committee welcoming envoys headed by Secretary of State Stimson
GET RECORD FISH HAUL IN SPITE OF ICY SEAS
BOSTON, MASS.
(73)
Trawler's crew nets $378 each as share...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about diplomatic missions and international relations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1930 NUMBER 9
ENGLAND GREETS U.S. CONFERENCE DELEGATES
PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND
(87)
Ambassador Dawes in Committee welcoming envoys headed by Secretary of State Stimson
GET RECORD FISH HAUL IN SPITE OF ICY SEAS
BOSTON, MASS.
(73)
Trawler's crew nets $378 each as share of "catch" made on storm-swept ocean
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
TOKIO, JAPAN
(114)
Display old and new fire fighting methods at monster Nipponese review
IT'S "HIGHER EDUCATION"
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
(66)
U. of P. Freshmen defeat Sophs in annual battle for bags of cement
SEPPALA WINS DERBY
POLAND SPRINGS, MAINE
(80)
Hero of Nome serum dash defeats Mrs. Ricker in annual 25 mile dog sled race
FLAMES SILENCE "CLOCKS" AS OLD TAXICABS BURN
FRANKFORD, PA.
(65)
Huge bonfire marks passing of antiquated "nickle nudgers"
BUXOM MISS WINS RACE FOR "PERFECT 36"
GERMANTOWN, PA.
(78)
Ruth Renikoff captures cup over flat-chested girls in Elk's Club contest
"FALLS" WATER POWER ESCAPES ICE BLOCKADE
NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y.
(101)
Engineers keep plants running on full time in spite of partially frozen cataracts
SIMIANS OPEN LAUNDRY FOR ZOO'S CLEAN-UP DAY
CULVER CITY, CALIF.
(106)
Nellie and Betty Primate are appointed chief washers in menagerie's sanitation drive
GIRLS ON HORSES DARE DEATH IN DIZZY DIVES
NASSAU, B. I.
(71)
Mid-air leaps from fifty-foot tower thrill winter tourists Exclusive Pictures
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-01-29, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Diplomatic missions, International relations, 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 9, January 26, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 9 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, William Knudsen, and Franklin Roosevelt.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, William Knudsen, and Franklin Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 9
INVESTIGATE SEIZURE OF CANADIAN LIQUOR BOAT BY COAST GUARD
(99)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Officials of three nations organize inquiries into capture of Josephine K, with two barges and speedboat, after chase and bombardment by U. S. patrol, outside New York harbor. Skippe...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Republican Party, William Knudsen, and Franklin Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 9
INVESTIGATE SEIZURE OF CANADIAN LIQUOR BOAT BY COAST GUARD
(99)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Officials of three nations organize inquiries into capture of Josephine K, with two barges and speedboat, after chase and bombardment by U. S. patrol, outside New York harbor. Skipper of craft, Capt. Cluett, of Lunenberg N. S., dies of injuries incurred in encounter, causing British and Dominion envoys to enter case.
CLERGY BLESS KING AND ARMY IN ANNUAL EPIPHANY DEDICATION
(60)
SOFIA, Bulgaria -- Accompanied by high dignitaries of church, Boris plays principal role in Twelfth Day religious festival and is acclaimed by populace as he reviews troops. Queen Joanna kept from ceremony; she, with ruler's sister and brother, being flu patients in palace.
HOPE FOR SALVAGE OF HISTORIC MAYFLOWER, SUNK AT PIER BY FIRE
(58)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- Mysterious blaze aboard former Presidential yacht, which was rejected by present occupant of White House after it had served several of its predecessors, destroys officers' quarters and causes vessel to founder, bow down, at Navy Yard.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
MUSA ISLE, Fla. -- Cherokee chief "shows off" for Seminoles! -- White Eagle does his stuff to amazement of friendly tribesmen.
(48)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- English artist paints Hoover portrait! -- Picture by 31-year-old genius to hang in White House.
(40)
BERLIN, Germany -- Famous teacher on inspection visit! -- Mme. Montessori reviews modernist child-education system.
(81)
AUTHORITIES DEFIED BY GAMBLING SHIP AT 3-MILE-LIMIT BASE
(58)
OFF ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Wealthy winter vacationists -- men and women -- in large numbers give steamer Monte Carlo, converted into floating casino at cost of $100,000., a big play. Fast launches carry crowds from shore in eighteen minutes to roulette, dice, cards and other games of chance.
10,000 CHEER TAYLOR TO VICTORY IN ANNUAL SILVER SKATES DERBY
(77)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Curb Exchange ice flier beats picked speeders in independent tournament and then, just to show his victory was no fluke, comes back next day to win three distance events and the Middle Atlantic championship, piling up more than twice as many points as nearest rival.
ENDURANCE DANCERS STILL SEEK RECORD AFTER FIVE MONTHS
(84)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Stumbling-mumbling-tottering-dropping girls and boys, turning terpsichore into torture, shuffle along painfully in most extraordinary endurance contest ever known. Starting August 30, 1930, with 160 couples, ten pairs continue in race after more than 150 days, or approximately 4,000 hours.
LONDOS RETAINS MAT CROWN IN SLASHING BOUT WITH McMILLEN
(114)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Champion and former collegiate wrestling-football star who played alongside Red Grange on University of Illinois football team, battle 56 minutes before record crowd at Madison Square Garden. Challenger seriously threatens title-holder until latter gets him in famous aerial pinwheel and hurls him to defeat.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-26
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Canadian people, Searches and seizures, Shipping, Prohibition, U.S., 1919-1933, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Canadians, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 9, January 25, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 9 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 14 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Coast Guard rescuing flood victims.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Coast Guard rescuing flood victims.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 9
COAST GUARD SPEEDS TO RESCUE VICTIMS OF NEW FLOOD PERIL
(143)
GREENWOOD, Miss. -- Thousands of families trapped by rushing waters overflowing the dikes of the Tallahatchie and Yazoo Rivers are brought relief by a fleet of powerful motorboats from Wisconsin and Chicago stations of the Se...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Coast Guard rescuing flood victims.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 9
COAST GUARD SPEEDS TO RESCUE VICTIMS OF NEW FLOOD PERIL
(143)
GREENWOOD, Miss. -- Thousands of families trapped by rushing waters overflowing the dikes of the Tallahatchie and Yazoo Rivers are brought relief by a fleet of powerful motorboats from Wisconsin and Chicago stations of the Service. The leaking levees strand cattle and home-owners in the inundated regions of the Tippo Basin. Convict labor, imported from penal institutions, work feverishly to re-establish sand bag dams between the rising floods and the endangered victims.
FOOD AND FUEL GIVEN JOBLESS AS WAGES IN NEW CIVIC WORK PLAN
(101)
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Under the direction of City Manager George W. Welsh, a unique method of dealing with the unemployment problem has been successfully introduced in this community, by which the worker and the city benefit. Hundreds of idle men are employed on highway and street improvement projects for which they receive supplies from the municipal relief stations. The profits from using such labor are turned back into further civic improvements.
STIRRING DISPLAY OF MILITARY STRENGTH HAILED BY EMPEROR
(84)
TOKYO, Japan -- Regiment on regiment of infantry, artillery, and cavalry file by Mikado Hirohito in a resplendent review on the Yoyogi parade grounds as squadrons of combat airplanes zoom through the skies above, in the annual demonstration for His Imperial Majesty. Flanked by foreign legations from every country in the world the ruler of the Empire is impressed by the precision of his forces, marching before him 10,000 strong. The Army reveals a strongly equipped, well-trained force.
RAILWAY CREWS DEFY BIG SNOWS IN FURIOUS RIGHT-OF-WAY BATTLE
(92)
CUMBRES, Col. -- Through the deep gorges of the Rocky Mountain passes, the huge plows hum, cut their way into the heavy snow. A 23-foot fall leaves drifts of more than 40 feet in many places, and the heavy duty machines bore into the blocked passages, tossing the piled-up snow as far as 300 feet from the tracks, finally bringing daylight to the completely engulfed village. Transcontinental traffic is eventually resumed after the intrepid engineers clear the way over the mountainous ranges.
SUDS FLOW AGAIN AS U.S. RENEWS WAR ON GANGSTER BEER KINGS
(69)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Led by Deputy Prohibition Administrator Elliott Ness, the raiders demolish a brewery said to belong to the chain operated by Al Capone. Vats, brewing the unmentionable liquid are found, and workers, wheeling scores of barrels of beer to the street, dump the amber fluid into the gutters. Illicit beverages valued, according to those in charge, in excess of $80,000, are totally destroyed.
MODERN CITY RAZED TO UNCOVER RUINS OF ANCIENT METROPOLIS
(93)
HERCULANEUM, Italy -- The town of Resina is destroyed so that the old capital may be restored. Buried under the fury of Mt. Vesuvius in the 79 A.D. eruption which obliterated Pompeii, this city of antiquity gave way to the modern centre, erected on the lava discharged by the volcano. Laborers have been working since 1925 on the rebirth of this forgotten city, and these are among the first pictures permitted of the huge project, which lays bare a hint of the ancient splendor that was Rome.
FISHING STRIKE TIES UP TUNA INDUSTRY IN LOW-PRICE PROTEST
(78)
SAN PEDRO, Cal. -- To battle the low rates offered by the canners, 4,000 fishermen, operating craft valued at $9,000,000, successfully cripple a $50,000,000 trade. Fish Harbor is jammed with idle boats as the belligerent sailors roam the beach, readying their vessels for their return to the waters when the disagreement is settled.
FAMED ATHLETES VIE IN MOUNTAIN TOURNEY FOR PICCARD SKI CUP
(117)
OBER GURGL, Austria -- In the Oetztaler Alps, in the heart of the picturesque Tyrol, experts from all over Europe gather to compete for the trophy offered by Professor Piccard in gratitude for his rescue near Ober Gurgl, after his stratosphere balloon had fallen last year. The race is featured by breathtaking jumps over the winding mountainous course and is won by Jennewein Schoepf after a thrilling performance.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-01-25, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Government aid, Municipal government, Unemployment, 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 10, February 1, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about international relations, military alliances, and navy ships.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about international relations, military alliances, and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1930 NUMBER 10
5-POWER CONFERENCE MAY DOOM BATTLESHIPS
LONDON, ENGLAND
(102)
Abolishment of war vessels looms as delegates meet at 10 Downing Street
SACRIFICE STEER TO HONOR "MIRACLE POET"
BARJOLS, FRANCE
(97)
Public barbecue celebrates famine relief...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about international relations, military alliances, and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1930 NUMBER 10
5-POWER CONFERENCE MAY DOOM BATTLESHIPS
LONDON, ENGLAND
(102)
Abolishment of war vessels looms as delegates meet at 10 Downing Street
SACRIFICE STEER TO HONOR "MIRACLE POET"
BARJOLS, FRANCE
(97)
Public barbecue celebrates famine relief wrought by St. Marcel
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
OAKLAND, CAL.
(76)
Last 4-master to round Horn sails with barley cargo for Erin brewers
NEW WAVES FOR OLD
PARIS, FRANCE
(60)
French hairdressers display bewildering coiffures for ladies of fashion
DANCE FOR WAR GOD
ROTORUA, NEW ZEALAND
(81)
Fighting Maoris celebrate feast of Io, their supreme deity Exclusive Pictures
"VELLY HAPPY NEW YEAR FOR 4883," SAY CHINESE
NEW YORK CITY
(83)
Birth of Iao Hai dynasty celebrated with spear and dragon dances Exclusive Pictures
INVENT DEATH RAY THAT "COULD WIPE OUT ARMY"
SAN FRANCISCO, CAL.
(83)
Engineers demonstrate 4,000,000 volt "lightning" fatal at 200 miles
300 POLICE TURN "RED" PARADE TO PALE PINK
NEW YORK CITY
(104)
Heavy guard prevents threatened riots as 5,000 Communists march to grave of slain comrade
"BEGGING BEARS" STAR AT FAMOUS DE LUXE ZOO
ST. LOUIS, MO.
(66)
Almost human bruins astonish visitors with pleas for bread
SOLDIERS ON SKIS PATROL ICY MOUNTAINS
HATFJELDDALEN, NORWAY
(102)
Norse Guards brave winter dangers in daring maneuvers
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-02-01, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
International relations, Military alliances, Navy ships, 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 10, January 29, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 6 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Fidel Castro, and childhood.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 6 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Fidel Castro, and childhood.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 10
U.S. MAKES APOLOGY TO MUSSOLINI; ORDERS GEN. BUTLER TO TRIAL
(72)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Speech at Philadelphia by the torpedo of the Marines, in which he repeated story accusing Italy's premier of killing child in hit-and-run, brings protest from Rome and results in his being orde...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Fidel Castro, and childhood.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 10
U.S. MAKES APOLOGY TO MUSSOLINI; ORDERS GEN. BUTLER TO TRIAL
(72)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Speech at Philadelphia by the torpedo of the Marines, in which he repeated story accusing Italy's premier of killing child in hit-and-run, brings protest from Rome and results in his being ordered to arrest himself at Quantico, Va., preliminary to general courtmartial. He is third officer of his rank in history of U.S. Army to face such a trial.
VETERAN AVIATORS AMAZED AT SOLO HOP BY 12-YEAR-OLD BOY
(76)
MINEOLA, N.Y. -- Quitting his desk in the sixth grade of school at Suffern, N.Y., Joseph Sheehan Jr., becomes flying student under Okey Bevins, air expert, and is permitted to pilot plane. He does fine up above, but his landing finesse is not so hot and he bumps the bumps plenty.
NATION CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF FOUNDING OF EMPIRE
(80)
BERLIN, Germany -- Battle flags of World War and other campaigns are brought forth as old and young veterans march before the venerable President Von Hindenberg and thousands of cheering citizens massed before the Reichstag buildings.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Jobless errand boy beats unemployment! -- Puts delivery bike to work as baby taxi.
(47)
BERLIN, Germany -- Teach tango by map! -- Ingenious floor chart aids dance tyros.
(73)
TOLEDO, Ohio -- Permanent waves for men! -- Vain males use feminine methods in search of beauty.
(41)
MRS. HUDDLESTON IN "SWIMATHON" VICTORY AS RIVALS COLLAPSE
(89)
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. -- Three women -- a flapper, a four-time mother and a world's champion -- meet in attempt to lower latter's aquatic endurance record of more than 86 hours, with result that Miss Hall of Memphis, is taken out exhausted after 51 hrs., 20 mins. Mrs. Leonard of Tracy, California, lasts for 70 hrs., 24 mins., and the title holder 78 hrs., 32 mins.
WHISKERED ATHLETES LOSE TO GIRL TEAM IN FAST "CAGE" DUEL
(68)
OAK PARK, Ill. -- Far-famed House of David basketeers, for third time in succession, bow in defeat before the Taylor girls' team headed by Elizabeth Falby. Asking no quarter from their bushy and agile opponents, the flappers set them a hot pace and score victory by 15-13.
ICE-BOATERS IN PERIL; VIOLENT WINDSTORM ATTACKS TINY CRAFT
(77)
MAUMEE BAY, Ohio -- Daring men and girls, adepts at dangerous and thrilling winter sport, encounter double menace in thaw and a fifty-mile gale which sweeps across course, causing many upsets and bringing several of them to the brink of disaster.
ANCIENT MARDI GRAS CUSTOM INTRODUCES SPRING BREW SEASON
(71)
ROTTWEIL, Germany -- Revival of annual festival, inaugurated centuries before a stein song or a saxophone were thought of on Broadway, brings together all the villagers in this section of the Black Forest, where it's no sin but a patriotic duty to work up a thirst. Maskers frolic in street pageant preceding main business of the day -- tasting the beer liberally and often.
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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
1931-01-29
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Airplane pilots, Childhood, 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 10, January 28, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (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. Congress, Winston Churchill, and archaeological sites.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Winston Churchill, and archaeological sites.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 10
GAR WOOD FAILS BY FRACTION IN TRY FOR DON'S SPEED CROWN
(119)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Streaking across the Indian Creek course at a terrific pace, the Detroit daredevil misses his goal by .08 nautical miles an hour, in his effort to lower the record of 110.223 miles...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Winston Churchill, and archaeological sites.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 10
GAR WOOD FAILS BY FRACTION IN TRY FOR DON'S SPEED CROWN
(119)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Streaking across the Indian Creek course at a terrific pace, the Detroit daredevil misses his goal by .08 nautical miles an hour, in his effort to lower the record of 110.223 miles an hour held by the British speed king. Guiding Miss America IX over the water at a break-neck pace, the American is assured at the end of the spin that he had achieved his aim but later calculations proved once more he had failed in his assault on the mark of the Briton, made last year at Lake Garda, Italy.
GOVERNMENT HAILS STATE VISIT OF HEIR TO ABYSSINIA THRONE
(98)
ALEXANDRIA, Egypt -- Accompanied by his sister and a large and colorful entourage, Prince Asfa Wusen arrives on his tour of his native continent and Europe, and is feted by representatives of King Fuad. Under the guidance of Iskandar Effendi Ibrahim the party is conducted on an inspection trip, making the rounds of the Coptic churches and schools of the city, where the 15-year-old crown prince is welcomed with a picturesque ritual.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Daring salesman laughs at guns! -- Tests bullet-proof vest at distance of 12 inches.
(76)
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. -- Army honors immortal humorist! -- S. S. Mark Twain christened by Mrs. P. J. Hurley, wife of War Secretary.
(82)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
BOSTON, Mass. -- 4-year-old brothers amaze show world! -- Hall Twins win title of World's Youngest Acrobats.
(78)
VAST TREASURE FIND REVEALS SECRETS OF HIDDEN CIVILIZATION
(120)
MONTE ALBAN, Mexico -- Excavators, working in a cemetery where the mummies of ten Mextecan chiefs have been found, uncover a princely fortune in precious stones and metals. Heavy, finely-wrought gold crowns, pearls as large as pigeon eggs, priceless necklaces, vases and jars of onyx, jade, and amethysts are discovered in the tomb. Alfonso Caso, government archaeologist in charge of the mission, declares the discovery the richest and most important ever made in the new world.
WHOLE WORLD ALERT AS WAR TALK LOOMS ON FAR EAST FRONT
(161)
SHANGHAI, China -- The governments of the West are deeply concerned in the action of Japan, who has sent marines and warships to occupy the native section of this city. British and American sea-fighters are rushed from Asiatic ports, ready to protect their international concessions. With the countries of the globe again on the verge of conflict, Tokio orders the shelling of Chinese fortifications, forcing the powers to face a situation that bids fair to become desperate.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-01-28
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Archaeological sites, 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 10, August 27, 1941
in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1941, originally published 1941), 4 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features airplane manufacturing.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1941, originally published 1941), 4 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features airplane manufacturing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
CHURCHILL HOME-COMING
Britain's Prime Minister reviews U. S. and British troops at Iceland on way home from historic meeting
ICELAND--Prime Minister Churchill gets warm welcome from hardy Icelanders as he arrives on "Prince of Wales." He reviews U. S. Marines now sharing in defense of strategic island. On way home, his ship passes big...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features airplane manufacturing.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
CHURCHILL HOME-COMING
Britain's Prime Minister reviews U. S. and British troops at Iceland on way home from historic meeting
ICELAND--Prime Minister Churchill gets warm welcome from hardy Icelanders as he arrives on "Prince of Wales." He reviews U. S. Marines now sharing in defense of strategic island. On way home, his ship passes big convoy, and in London, he is met by Mrs. Churchill and high British officials, as cheering crowds hail his return.
WIND-UP OF SYRIAN CAMPAIGN
MIDDLE EAST--Dramatic pictures of the final days of the Syrian campaign. Spectacular scenes show actual air bombardment by Australian fliers, as well as the wild armistice celebration on the part of Syrian natives.
AIRCRAFT WORKERS CHEER DUKE
MIDDLE RIVER, MD.--The Duke of Kent, in his Air Commodore uniform, gets rousing welcome from workers at Martin plant, turning out bombers for U. S. and Britain. He also tries his hand at the wheel of a new "jeep" car.
PIPE LINE TO EASE GAS SHORTAGE
BATON ROUGE, LA.--Construction is started on the 1200-mile pipe line to the East--to help ease threatened shortage. Crews working at top speed must lay two miles of pipe a day to complete job by January.
NAVAL LANDING TACTICS SHOWN
NEW ORLEANS, LA.--While planes roar overhead, Naval reservists and Marines in 50 landing boats "seize" a bridgehead on Lake Ponchartrain. It's no easy-going but the "gobs" go through their paces like veterans.
50,000 VETERANS "TAKE" CITY
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--The City of Brotherly Love welcomes thousands of Veterans and their wives, on hand for the 42nd National V.F.W. Encampment. Marching is the order of the day--as hundreds of thousands cheer.
"STARS" SHINE IN SAILING RACE
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--Colorful scenes mark start of 1941. World's Championships for trim Star-class boats and crews. Silver trophy smuggled out of Germany is goal of skippers, who crowd on every inch of canvas to win.
AMATEURS BITE DUST AT RODEO
HOLLISTER, CALIF.--The 13th annual Hollister Rodeo features the best amateur cowhands in the game--but like the "pros," they also get thrown for a loss! Yep, the local buckaroos ride 'em the hard way!
AQUATIC STARS SHINE IN MEET
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--Uncle Sam's top-notch mermen and mermaids stage colorful exhibition at Hawaii-Pacific Coast championships. The diving is something to write home about--all in slow motion!
VOL. 14--10
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1941
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1941-08-27, 1941
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Manufacturing industry, 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 11, February 5, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 11 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about national supreme courts, heads of state, and general medical conditions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 11 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about national supreme courts, heads of state, and general medical conditions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1930 NUMBER 1
RIDERS PLUNGE OVER ICY CLIFFS IN DARING ARMY MANEUVERS
(105)
FORT ETHAN ALLEN, Vt.--Many spills mark annual exhibition of U. S. troopers at Green Mountain military post
USE GLASS TANK AT THRILLING MEET OF STAR DIVERS
(52)
OCAL...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about national supreme courts, heads of state, and general medical conditions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1930 NUMBER 1
RIDERS PLUNGE OVER ICY CLIFFS IN DARING ARMY MANEUVERS
(105)
FORT ETHAN ALLEN, Vt.--Many spills mark annual exhibition of U. S. troopers at Green Mountain military post
USE GLASS TANK AT THRILLING MEET OF STAR DIVERS
(52)
OCALA, Fla.--Experts give remarkable exhibition of high diving and flip-flops
TAFT QUITS -- HUGHES NAMED TO BE HEAD OF SUPREME COURT
(37)
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Former President resigns on account of illness after nine years on the bench
"FINEST" MOTOR-BIKE CORPS MAKES FIRST BOW ON COAST
(63)
LOS ANGELES, Cal.--Entire highway patrol group assembles for initial inspection by high police officials
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
(85)
JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--Carves scriptures on trees--Devout negro uses garden for permanent bible record Exclusive Pictures
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal.--Japanese sword experts risk serious injury in dangerous drill
(64)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla.--Jack Sharkey starts training for heavyweight battle with Phil Scott
(54)
SAVE THOUSANDS OF WILD DUCKS FROM FROZEN DEATH
(68
BURLINGTON, Wash.--Sportsmen feed game when heavy snows threaten starvation
FIRST "AIR FLIVVER" AMAZES EXPERTS AT OFFICIAL TRIALS
(96
SEAL BEACH, Cal.--Successful demonstration of motorcycle-engined glider thrill spectators on West Coast
FIRE HEROES SKI AS APPARATUS IS "SLED-IFIED"
(95
SCHREIBERHAU, Germany--Battle flames with hand pumps dragged to blaze ove(illegible text) frozen roads
TYPHOON WIPES OUT SCORE OF VILLAGES ON TROPICAL ISLAND
(126
SANTO DOMINGO, Haiti--Many boats are wrecked in the terrific seas that swept the(illegible text) to destruction
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-02-05, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
William Howard Taft, 1857-1930
Topic / Theme
National supreme courts, Heads of state, General medical conditions, Political and Social Movements, Disease and Health, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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