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Universal Newsreels, Release 637, January 6, 1955
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the State of the Union message.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the State of the Union message.
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84TH CONGRESS CONVENES FOR STATE OF THE UNION MESSAGE
WASHINGTON, D.C.--President Eisenhower delivers his State of the Union message to a joint session of Congress, and the lawmakers get down to business with pledges of cooperation between the Republican-controlled executive branch,...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the State of the Union message.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
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84TH CONGRESS CONVENES FOR STATE OF THE UNION MESSAGE
WASHINGTON, D.C.--President Eisenhower delivers his State of the Union message to a joint session of Congress, and the lawmakers get down to business with pledges of cooperation between the Republican-controlled executive branch, and the Democrat-controlled Legislature.
ASSASSINATION IN PANAMA
PANAMA CITY--While the tiny Republic straddling the Panama Canal mourns the late President Remon, slain by assassins at a race track, police round up suspects in the brutal slaying.
AVIATION IN THE NEWS
AIR FORCE IN HOLLAND--
The first U.S. Air Force unit to be located in the Netherlands stages an aerial review as it arrives at Soesterberg to assume new duties under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
NEW DELTA INTERCEPTOR--
A later model of the delta-wing F-102 supersonic all-weather interceptor for the Air Force proves its wings in its first public test flight.
THE WORLD OF SPORT
GOLDEN GLOVES--
You're in for slam-bang action of flying fists and knock-downs galore as young hopefuls in New York get going in early rounds of the Golden Gloves.
SKIERS ON THE WING--
Top jumpers of five nations defy strong winds and swirling snow in competition at Garmisch-Partenkirchen in Bavaria. A flying Finn topped all others with two perfect jumps.
FLORIDA GOVERNOR INAUGURATED
TALLAHASSEE, FLA.--Governor LeRoy Collins is inaugurated to fill the term of the late Gov. McCarty. It's a gala day, highlighted by a colorful parade to mark the occasion.
(Jacksonville Only)
VOL. 28--NO. 637
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1955-01-06, 1955
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
National government, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 640, January 17, 1955
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Dag Hammarskjold's trip to China.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Dag Hammarskjold's trip to China.
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U. N. CHIEF VISITS REDS IN PEKING
U. N. Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold confers with Red China's Prime Minister Chou En Lai in Peking, regarding the release of 11 U. S. flyers and other imprisoned U.N. personnel. In New York on his return, the Secretary General voices hope for an...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Dag Hammarskjold's trip to China.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
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U. N. CHIEF VISITS REDS IN PEKING
U. N. Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold confers with Red China's Prime Minister Chou En Lai in Peking, regarding the release of 11 U. S. flyers and other imprisoned U.N. personnel. In New York on his return, the Secretary General voices hope for an easing of world tensions.
ATOM SUB STARTS SEA TRIALS
GROTON, CONN.--A new era dawns in the age of the atom as the Nautilus,, first vessel powered by nuclear fission, begins its sea trials. A revolution in naval design, it's the forerunner of many new peaceful roles for atomic power.
PROBE COSTA RICA CONFLICT
COSTA RICA--Representatives of the Organization of American States arrive to investigate charges that the Costa Rican conflict was fomented in Nicaragua. Meanwhile, four surplus U. S. fighter planes are sold at nominal cost to Costa Rica, to stave off further air strikes by the rebels.
MILLIONTH INCHON G.I.
KOREA--The millionth G.I. passes through the port of Inchon, en route home to the states. The lucky soldier, Sergeant First Class Robert S. Mitchell of Newport News, Virginia, rides in style to the off-shore transport.
SEEING IS BELIEVING
SPAIN--Midget cars fool the eye. There isn't' any camera magic, either. Try to tell the painstakingly crafted models of Senor Olivay from the full-scale prototypes, though--and you'll be fooled more often than not.
MOTORBOAT SHOW OPENS
NEW YORK CITY -- The National Motorboat Show opens, with plenty of lovely visitors to indicate the fine points of a million dollars, plus, worth of the newest and fanciest in marine architecture, from outboard cruisers for Everyman to luxurious floating palaces.
WEST WINS IN PRO BOWL GAME
LOS ANGELES--The final football thrills of the season ,as East meets West in the Pro Bowl Game. Otto Graham shines in his farewell grid appearance, but it's San Francisco's Tittle who stars as he leads the Westerners from behind to an exciting last quarter win, 26-19.
VOL. 28--NO. 640
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Fred Maness
Date Published / Released
1955-01-17, 1955
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Fred Maness
Person Discussed
Dag Hjalmar Agne Carl Hammarskjöld, 1905-1961
Topic / Theme
Diplomatic missions, International relations, Prisoners of war, Cold War, 1945-1989, 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 641, January 20, 1955
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features President Eisenhower's first filmed press conference.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features President Eisenhower's first filmed press conference.
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STORMS SWEEP EUROPE
Europe battles floods, landslides, and towering snowdrifts, in the aftermath of the worst blizzards on record. Already scores are dead, thousands homeless, while property damage reaches staggering proportions.
WHITE HOUSE PRESS CONFERENCE FIL...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features President Eisenhower's first filmed press conference.
UNIVERSAL-INTERNATIONAL NEWSREEL
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STORMS SWEEP EUROPE
Europe battles floods, landslides, and towering snowdrifts, in the aftermath of the worst blizzards on record. Already scores are dead, thousands homeless, while property damage reaches staggering proportions.
WHITE HOUSE PRESS CONFERENCE FILMED
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Press history is made as newsreel cameras are trained on a Presidential news conference for the first time. Now, the camera brings the audience on scene as Ike answers newsmen's questions.
RECORD CROWD AT "SIX BRIDGES" PREMIERE
BOSTON--A star-studded premier for Universal-International's new "Six Bridges to Cross." Tony Curtis and his wife Janet Leigh, Claudia Hall, and George Nader are among those present. A record crowd uproariously acclaims stars and picture.
NIXON "PUMPS FOR POLIO"
WASHINGTON, D. C.--At a local filling station, the slogan is "fill 'em up for polio," with Vice-President Richard Nixon acting as attendant to help launch this year's March of Dimes campaign.
SPORTS
TYROS TANGLE IN GOLDEN GLOVES
NEW YORK--Fistic fireworks by Golden Gloves hopefuls in the sub-novice 175 lb. class. Big lads with more fight than finesse, and some incidental and accidental humor for a cheering crowd.
EAST - WEST BASKETBALL
NEW YORK--All star pro hoop line-ups in basketball's annual East vs. West classic. Lightning action and lots of scoring with the likes of Cousy, Sharman, Johnson, and company mixing it up. A thrill a second as the East wraps it up, 100-91.
FRANKLIN INSTITUTE GETS NICKLEODEON
PHILADELPHIA--Keystone cops keep order as a replica of a historic Nickelodeon, forerunner of the modern movie theatre, is presented to the Franklin Institute by William Golden. Stars Rita Gam. and Charles Laughton take part in the ceremonies.
(Philadelphia Only)
VOL. 28--NO. 641
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1955-01-20, 1955
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969, Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Journalists, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 643, February 21, 1938
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This Universal newsreel features coverage of world events, natural disasters, and political demonstrations.
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This Universal newsreel features coverage of world events, natural disasters, and political demonstrations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 643
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
SCORE DEAD IN TORNADO'S WAKE
RODESSA, LA. -- Sudden death rides the wind as a tornado of awful force blasts its way across valuable oil country. Twenty-two persons are killed and half a million dollars in damages piled up by the brief fury of the storm.
E...
This Universal newsreel features coverage of world events, natural disasters, and political demonstrations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 643
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
SCORE DEAD IN TORNADO'S WAKE
RODESSA, LA. -- Sudden death rides the wind as a tornado of awful force blasts its way across valuable oil country. Twenty-two persons are killed and half a million dollars in damages piled up by the brief fury of the storm.
EDEN QUITS IN AUSTRIA CRISIS
LONDON, ENGLAND. -- Anthony Eden, Britain's young Dictator-hating Foreign Secretary, resigns his Government post as Englishmen test new air raid shelters.
BRUINS TIGHTEN HOCKEY LEAD
NEW YORK CITY.--Boston's hard-fighting hockey aggregation downs the Rangers, 3 to 2, in an overtime victory which strengthens the Bruins' hold on first place in the National ice league.
BOMBERS ON GOOD-WILL TOUR
MIAMI, FLA.--Half a dozen big U. S. Navy bombers pause at the Municipal Airport en route to South America where their evolutions formed a background for the inauguration of the new Argentine President.
300-TON BRIDGE SPAN FLOATS
BROOKLYN, N. Y.--The startling spectacle of 300 tons of steel floating gracefully on the water is provided as workmen complete a $60,000 span destined for improvements at an airport.
PANDA 'ROMANCE' IS ALL WET
CHICAGO, ILL.--Mrs. W. H. Harkness brings a new baby Panda to Brookfield Zoo as companion for the original Su-Lin. But the newcomer is a lady, too, and a contemplated "romance" fails to click.
RADIO PLANE CRASHES IN TEST
DEAD MAN'S LAKE, CALIF.--Disaster overtakes a monster model aeroplane fitted with a new radio steering device. The big craft takes off in soaring flight, but crashes later in wreckage.
PARADE ASKS HIGHER RELIEF
NEW YORK CITY.--Rain pouring from leaden wintry skies spatters thousands of labor union members and relief recipients marching in a demonstration that demands larger relief payments to the unemployed.
WAR ADMIRAL WINS IN '38 DEBUT
MIAMI, FLA.--Hialeah Park's record throng of turf fans sees War Admiral win his first 1938 race by a length and a half, galloping in championship style against stiff opposition in the Heather Stakes.
GOTHAM 'WOODS' LURE SLICKERS
NEW YORK CITY.--Amazed tenderfeet view the Big Woods brought to town as the Sportsman's Show at Grand Central Palace provides vistas of life in the wilds, from Hudson Bay to Darkest Africa.
SAND SIRENS HUNG UP TO DRY
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--Bathing beauties try out a new form of mud pack, but they've got to be hung on the line to dry before the treatment is completed at the Floridian Cabana Sun Club.
DAREDEVILS SCALE COLISEUM
ROME, ITALY.--Daring workmen climb over the treacherous topmost stones of the Coliseum and the Constantine Arch in an annual visit for inspection and repair of the ancient Roman monuments.
CLOUDS OF LACE DECK GOWNS
MIAMI, FLA.--Pretty models display evening gowns of filmy lace in preparation for Mrs. Grace Doherty's charity ball in support of the Milk Fund.
VOLUME X -- 1938
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1938-02-21, 1938
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
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 643, January 27, 1955
in Universal Newsreels, Release 643 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1955, originally published 1955), 6 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Douglas MacArthur, and generals.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Douglas MacArthur, and generals.
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7th FLEET READIES FOR FORMOSA CRISIS
The mighty U. S. 7th Fleet maneuvers in the Straits of Formosa as Chinese Reds continue their thrusts at Chiang Kai Shek's off-shore islands. One of the most delicate, dangerous international situations in recent years, in which...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Douglas MacArthur, and generals.
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7th FLEET READIES FOR FORMOSA CRISIS
The mighty U. S. 7th Fleet maneuvers in the Straits of Formosa as Chinese Reds continue their thrusts at Chiang Kai Shek's off-shore islands. One of the most delicate, dangerous international situations in recent years, in which U.S. forces may be forced to fight the security of strategic Formosa.
NEWS IN BRIEF
FRENCH FLOODS --
Paris is flooded as the Seine reaches its 2nd highest crest in recorded history. Elsewhere in France, scenes of inundation are repeated. Tens of thousands are homeless, enormous areas of farmland flooded throughout the nation.
FLYING BEDSTEAD --
Britain's "Flying Bedstead" revealed in tests. Its just two jet engines and a pilot mounted on a light metal framework, airborne by the enormous power of the jet engines and nothing else.
DUTCH PRINCESS--
On the eve of her 17th birthday, Crown Princess Beatrix undertakes her first official duty, christening an oil tanker in Amsterdam. It's the young Princess' first appearance alone in public.
MacARTHUR BIRTHDAY --
General Douglas MacArthur's 75th birthday is marked by the unveiling of a civic memorial in Los Angeles, honoring his World War II exploits. Speaking after dedication ceremonies, he urges the universal abolition of war.
SPORTS
ROAD RACERS--
300 driving teams defy heavy weather across Europe in the marathon Monte Carlo Rally, the most gruelling test of men and machines. The winner, after traversing 2,000 miles of snow, sleet and tortuous terrain, is Norway's Per Malling.
GOLDEN GLOVES--
Fisticuffs fast and furious as New York Golden Gloves hopefuls mix it up in the squared circle. Highlight of the bouts, a stratling delayed knock-out, with a double-take to remember as the K.O.'d amateur suddenly gets the impact.
VOL. 28--NO. 643
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1955-01-27, 1955
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Douglas MacArthur, 1880-1964
Topic / Theme
Birthdays, Generals, Legislatures, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 644, Release 644, January 31, 1955
in Universal Newsreels, Release 644 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1955, originally published 1955), 6 mins
UNITED NATIONS ISSUES FORMOSA CEASE-FIRE BID Russia alone votes "no," as the Security Council agrees, 9-1, to seek a Formosa cease-fire. Red China is invited to send observers to the cease-fire sessions. In Washington, District of Columbia, meanwhile, President Eisenhower signs a joint House-Senate resolution auth...
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UNITED NATIONS ISSUES FORMOSA CEASE-FIRE BID Russia alone votes "no," as the Security Council agrees, 9-1, to seek a Formosa cease-fire. Red China is invited to send observers to the cease-fire sessions. In Washington, District of Columbia, meanwhile, President Eisenhower signs a joint House-Senate resolution authorizing him to order military measures to defend Formosa if necessary. NEWS IN BRIEFF INDIA CELEBRATES REPUBLIC DAY with a solemn, impr...
UNITED NATIONS ISSUES FORMOSA CEASE-FIRE BID Russia alone votes "no," as the Security Council agrees, 9-1, to seek a Formosa cease-fire. Red China is invited to send observers to the cease-fire sessions. In Washington, District of Columbia, meanwhile, President Eisenhower signs a joint House-Senate resolution authorizing him to order military measures to defend Formosa if necessary. NEWS IN BRIEFF INDIA CELEBRATES REPUBLIC DAY with a solemn, impressive procession. A jarring note is added by enormous, unruly throngs along the line of march as the procession, including tanks and elephants, passes in review, a two hour parade. KING BOREAS XIX REIGNS SUPREME over Saint Paul, Minnesota's Winter Carnival, a frolicsome frost festival highlighted by a gala procession, resplendent costumes, rainbow-hued floats, and merriment in the streets despite near-zero weather. NEW HELICOPTER RESCUE technique is demonstrated in England. A whirly-bird goes aloft with a huge crescent-shaped net slung from its fuselage, and scoops a life-jacketed floater from the Solent River with amazing ease. COATS AND CARS FOR SPORTY SPRINGTIME NEW YORK-- Sports cars and spring coats on parade. Coats to fit the occasion, with adaptability the keynote for Milady. American beauties posed against a striking back-drop of continental high-style in sports cars. SANTA ANITA MATURITY ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA- A 2 horse race right down to the wire in the $87,000 turf classic, with Miz Clementine first across the finish by a neck. But the jockey of second-runner Determine calls foul against Eddie Arcaro-- so Determine, number two, is the winner- a track turnabout. WES 'SANTEE WINS "HUNTER MILE BOSTON- 14,OOO track fans turn out for the rubber meet between America's Wes Santee and Denmark's Gunnar Nielson. Today's top active milers, they've met twice before -and divided honors. A thriller diller finish as Santee's terrific sprint leaves the Dane yards behind, while the United States star goes on to set a new indoor mark.
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U. N. ISSUES FORMOSA CEASE-FIRE BID
Russia alone votes "no," as the Security Council agrees, 9-1, to seek a Formosa cease-fire. Red China is invited to send observers to the cease-fire sessions. In Washington, D. C., meanwhile, President Eisenhower signs a joint House-Senate resolution authorizing him to order military measures to defend Formosa if necessary.
NEWS IN BRIEF
INDIA CELEBRATES REPUBLIC DAY with a solemn, impressive procession. A jarring note is added by enormous, unruly throngs along the line of march as the procession, including tanks and elephants, passes in review, a two hour parade.
KING BOREAS XIX REIGNS SUPREME over St. Paul, Minn.'s Winter Carnival, a frolicsome frost festival highlighted by a gala procession, resplendent costumes, rainbow-hued floats, and merriment in the streets despite near-zero weather.
NEW HELICOPTER RESCUE technique is demonstrated in England. A whirly-bird goes aloft with a huge crescent-shaped net slung from its fuselage, and scoops a life-jacketed floater from the Solent River with amazing ease.
COATS AND CARS FOR SPORTY SPRINGTIME
NEW YORK--Sports cars and spring coats on parade. Coats to fit the occasion, with adaptability the keynote for Milady. American beauties posed against a striking back-drop of continental high-style in sports cars.
SANTA ANITA MATURITY
ARCADIA, CAL.--A 2 horse race right down to the wire in the $87,000 turf classic, with Miz Clementine first across the finish by a neck. But the jockey of second-runner Determine calls foul against Eddie Arcaro--so Determine, number two, is the winner--a track turnabout.
WES SANTEE WINS HUNTER MILE
BOSTON--14,000 track fans turn out for the rubber meet between America's Wes Santee and Denmark's Gunnar Nielson. Today's top active milers, they've met twice before--and divided honors. A thriller diller finish as Santee's terrific sprint leaves the Dane yards behind, while the U. S. star goes on to set a new indoor mark.
VOL. 28--NO. 644
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1955-01-31, 1955
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
International relations, Military alliances, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
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Universal Newsreels, Release 645, Release 645, February 3, 1955
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"IKE" SAYS PEACE IS AIM IN FORMOSA WASHINGTON-At the 2nd filmed White House press conference, the President tells newsmen that peace is the aim of United States policy regarding Formosa- a new and emphatic statement on a vital international issue. PRINCESS MARGARET IN WEST INDIES TRINDAD-Princess Margaret Rose mak...
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"IKE" SAYS PEACE IS AIM IN FORMOSA WASHINGTON-At the 2nd filmed White House press conference, the President tells newsmen that peace is the aim of United States policy regarding Formosa- a new and emphatic statement on a vital international issue. PRINCESS MARGARET IN WEST INDIES TRINDAD-Princess Margaret Rose makes her first visit to the Western Hemisphere, and the island of Trinidad is in festive array to welcome her. She makes a charming envoy...
"IKE" SAYS PEACE IS AIM IN FORMOSA WASHINGTON-At the 2nd filmed White House press conference, the President tells newsmen that peace is the aim of United States policy regarding Formosa- a new and emphatic statement on a vital international issue. PRINCESS MARGARET IN WEST INDIES TRINDAD-Princess Margaret Rose makes her first visit to the Western Hemisphere, and the island of Trinidad is in festive array to welcome her. She makes a charming envoy in her first good-will mission for Britain. WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF ISRAEL BORDER INCIDENT- The grim aftermath of one brief but savage clash that is so frequent along the Israeli-Egyptian border. OLDEST AUTOGRAPH COLLECTOR- Mrs. Netti Moulden is congratulated by President Eisenhower on her 100th birthday. He signs her autograph book whose first signature is President Lincoln. VERTICAL JET TESTED- In Buffalo, a pilot model that may pave the way to jets of the future, able to hover in mid-air after vertical take-offs. CATS ON PARADE- New York City play host to 38th annual Championship Cat Show, with all sorts of felines felling their mettle. Stealing the show is a kissing kitty. ELEPHANT'S TOOTHBRUSH- Highlights Children's Dental Health Week at Portland, Oregon, where youngsters visit the zoo to teach Rosie the Elephant how to brush her teeth. FASHION ON MARCH FOR DIMES NEW YORK- Glitter and glamour of the big city mobilized to aid the March of Dimes with an ultra-swank fashion show featuring top celebrities, among them Margaret Truman and Gypsy Rose Lee.
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"IKE" SAYS PEACE IS AIM IN FORMOSA
WASHINGTON--At the 2nd filmed White House press conference, the President tells newsmen that peace is the aim of U.S. policy regarding Formosa--a new and emphatic statement on a vital international issue.
PRINCESS MARGARET IN WEST INDIES
TRINDAD--Princess Margaret Rose makes her first visit to the Western Hemisphere, and the island of Trinidad is in festive array to welcome her. She makes a charming envoy in her first good-will mission for Britain.
WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF
ISRAEL BORDER INCIDENT--
The grim aftermath of one brief but savage clash that is so frequent along the Israeli-Egyptian border.
VERTICAL JET TESTED--
In Buffalo, a pilot model that may pave the way to jets of the future, able to hover in mid-air after vertical take-offs.
OLDEST AUTOGRAPH COLLECTOR --
Mrs. Netti Moulden is congratulated by Pres. Eisenhower on her 100th birthday. He signs her autograph book whose first signature is Pres. Lincoln's.
CATS ON PARADE--
New York City plays host to 38th annual Championship Cat Show, with all sorts of felines feeling their mettle. Stealing the show is a kissing kitty.
ELEPHANT'S TOOTHBRUSH --
Highlights Children's Dental Health Week at Portland, Ore., where youngsters visit the zoo to teach Rosie the Elephant how to brush her teeth.
FASHION ON MARCH FOR DIMES
NEW YORK--Glitter and glamor of the big city mobilized to aid the March of Dimes with an ultra-swank fashion show featuring top celebrities, among them Margaret Truman and Gypsy Rose Lee.
VOL. 28--NO. 645
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1955-02-03, 1955
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
International relations, Military alliances, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
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Universal Newsreels, Release 647, February 10, 1955
in Universal Newsreels, Release 647 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1955, originally published 1955), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the U.S. Congress, John J. Pershing, and political reforms.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the U.S. Congress, John J. Pershing, and political reforms.
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MALENKOV RESIGNS--BULGANIN NEW RED PREMIER
Close-ups of the leading figures in the Kremlin upheaval that took the rest of the world by surprise. Malenkov--who resigned as Premier, confessing "failure"; Nikolai Bulganin, ranking Commissar during the war--who...
This newsreel, published by Universal Picture Company, is about the U.S. Congress, John J. Pershing, and political reforms.
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MALENKOV RESIGNS--BULGANIN NEW RED PREMIER
Close-ups of the leading figures in the Kremlin upheaval that took the rest of the world by surprise. Malenkov--who resigned as Premier, confessing "failure"; Nikolai Bulganin, ranking Commissar during the war--who takes his place; Nikita Krushchev, secretary of the Communist Party--believed to be the new top man in the Red hierarchy; Marshal Zhukov, Russia's foremost soldier--new Minister of Defense. The cast of characters in mystery-shrouded drama believed to portend a new and tougher policy towards the West.
In Washington, President Eisenhower comments on the events in Russia at a White House Press Conference.
TACHEN REFUGEES
Sidelight on the Formosa crisis--widows and orphans on the Tachen Islands, filmed amid the rubble left behind Communist bombardment. These are the refugees whose evacuation has been called "American aggression" by Red China.
BOY SCOUTS HONOR PRESIDENT
WASHINGTON, D.C.--Senior Boy Scouts present President Eisenhower--honorary President of the youth organization, with a fishing rod and tackle box, on the 45th anniversary of the founding of the Boy Scouts.
PRINCESS MARGARET IN TRINIDAD
TRINIDAD--Rain or shine, thousands turn out to cheer Princess Margaret Rose on her visit to the West Indian island. The weather turns from bright sunshine to torrential downpour, but spirits are undamped as the throngs hail the gracious envoy.
LAMB TRIPLETS BORN
COTATI, CAL.--A rarity in the animal kingdom, sheep triplets. Mama has meal accomodations for only two, so the third little lamb is fed by bottle--a helping hand for Hildegarde, the proud mother.
SKI CHAMPS OF AUSTRIA
Slaloms and ski-jumping provide winter sports thrills at the National Ski Championships of Austria. It's the national sport, and competitors of both sexes put on a terrific show on rugged courses with a display of masterful control and flashing speed.
VOL. 28--NO. 647
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Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1955-02-10, 1955
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, John Joseph Pershing, 1860-1948
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, National government, Political reforms, Legislatures, Soviet Union, 1922-1991, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 649, March 14, 1938
in Universal Newsreels, Release 649 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 12 mins
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 649 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 12 mins
Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1938-03-14, 1938
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Coup d'etat, 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 650, March 16, 1938
in Universal Newsreels, Release 650 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 10 mins
This Universal Newsreel includes footage of American and British military, a Carnival parade in Italy, zoo animals, and baseball spring training.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 650 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1938, originally published 1938), 10 mins
Description
This Universal Newsreel includes footage of American and British military, a Carnival parade in Italy, zoo animals, and baseball spring training.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 650
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
HULL TELLS FOREIGN POLICY
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The Secretary of State, Cordell Hull, discusses the Administration's purposes and intentions regarding foreign relations in a historic and timely newsreel interview.
NAVY O...
This Universal Newsreel includes footage of American and British military, a Carnival parade in Italy, zoo animals, and baseball spring training.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 650
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
HULL TELLS FOREIGN POLICY
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The Secretary of State, Cordell Hull, discusses the Administration's purposes and intentions regarding foreign relations in a historic and timely newsreel interview.
NAVY OFF FOR SECRET 'WAR'
LONG BEACH, CALIF.--Uncle Sam's Battle Fleet steams from port with 70,000 gobs, bound on a mighty mission of secret war maneuvers that will take the ships from Alaska to the Hawaiians. The 10,000-ton cruiser Savannah is commissioned in a snowstorm at Philadelphia, Pa.
BRITAIN TIGHTENS DEFENCES
CAMBERLEY, ENGLAND.--Infantry units demonstrate their efficiency for admiring civilians while the Air Force puts on a big show at Northolt and recruiting sergeants interest the public in Britain's military service.
COLORADO TAKES CLOSE ONE
NEW YORK CITY.--The University of Colorado's basketball quintette starts pandemonium in the stands as the cagers conquer New York University by a single point in a slam-bang court encounter.
ITALIAN GUILDS STAGE FETE (Exclusive)
MILAN, ITALY.--Fascist guild members of all classes hold a monster carnival and pageant that extends into the night in a colorful torchlight parade replete with floats.
PERSONALITIES IN THE NEWS
GREAT NECK, N. Y.--Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Gordon celebrate the ups and downs of 72 years of married life (Exclusive).
NEW YORK CITY.--Sabry Pasha, King Farouk's uncle, arrives to supervise the building of the Egyptian exhibit at the World's Fair (Exclusive).
VILLANOVA, PA.--Marion Post packs a mean camera at Spring football training as a news photographer, but the team upsets her composure! (Exclusive).
RACERS GO 'ROUND AND AROUND
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Internationally-famous cyclists pump their pedals as a new Six-Day bike race gets going. The racers whizz around the track and get right back where they started--except for spills!
GALS MATCH FACES, TOOTSIES
NEW YORK CITY.--A trio of noted artists gives the city's prettiest chorus-girls the once-over in a contest in which only faces and feet are considered as sign-posts to loveliness.
SKIERS CONTEST WORLD TITLE
ENGELBERG, SWITZERLAND. -- Europe's finest skiers compete for world championships in downhill and slalom events. The French master Allais keeps his combined world's title, but others land in horrible spills.
SPRING PEPS ZOO APPETITES (Exclusive)
NEW YORK CITY. -- A centuries-old Galapagos turtle finds Spring cheer in fresh apples while his companions in the Bronx Zoo vary their vernal diet with choice tid-bits provided by anxious keepers.
VOLUME X -- 1938
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1938-03-16, 1938
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Cordell Hull, 1871-1955, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Cordell Hull, 1871-1955
Topic / Theme
Government policy, 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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