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5: Coral and Sand
written by Keith Chambers and Anne Chambers; in Unity of Heart: Culture and Change in a Polynesian Atoll Society (Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, Inc., 2001, originally published 2001), 91-124
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written by Keith Chambers and Anne Chambers; in Unity of Heart: Culture and Change in a Polynesian Atoll Society (Long Grove, IL: Waveland Press, Inc., 2001, originally published 2001), 91-124
Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Ethnography
Contributor
Keith Chambers, Anne Chambers
Author / Creator
Keith Chambers, Anne Chambers
Date Published / Released
2001
Publisher
Waveland Press, Inc.
Topic / Theme
Polynesian, Tuvaluan, Diet and food, Fisheries, Estates and inheritances, Crops, Tuvaluans
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2001 by Waveland Press
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Universal Newsreels, Release 33, April 20, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 33 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 12 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about commercial fishing and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 33 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 12 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about commercial fishing and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 33
FLOWER OF EUROPE'S NOBILITY SEES UNION OF ROYAL COUSINS
(121)
PALERMO, Italy -- Exiled regal hasbeens acclaim Prince Henry of Bourbon, Count of Paris, son of pretender to throne of France as he weds Princess Isabelle of Orleans-Braganza, daughter of claimant to Brazilian thron...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about commercial fishing and Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 33
FLOWER OF EUROPE'S NOBILITY SEES UNION OF ROYAL COUSINS
(121)
PALERMO, Italy -- Exiled regal hasbeens acclaim Prince Henry of Bourbon, Count of Paris, son of pretender to throne of France as he weds Princess Isabelle of Orleans-Braganza, daughter of claimant to Brazilian throne in brilliant cathedral ceremony. Bride's train, of priceless Brussels lace, held in place by bandeau of diamonds, is 20 feet long.
BOWLING ACES SHINE IN WOMEN'S ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MEET
(67)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Maple pins crash in strikes and spares as feminine stars of Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Pueblo and other cities compete with eastern experts for honors in championship battles on glistening alleys. Plenty of skill and arm power revealed to huge gallery.
HERRING STAMPEDE NETS RICH HAUL FOR CAPE COD SEINERS
(66)
WAREHAM, Mass. -- Warm weather lures schools of fish in hordes, 30 smiles up Nemasket River for spawning, as each fish seeks pond where it was born. Result: Millions are trapped and they involuntarily go into competition with cod in a big way as breakfast centerpieces.
SEAMEN'S INSTITUTE SUBDUES ROVERS IN BABY-POLO THRILLER
(87)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Sailors of all nations amuse throng of spectators on waterfront as they mount Kiddie Kars, instead of horses or skiffs, and tumble about for fun. Land-lubbers beat seagoers in rough, tough battle.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Builds ships in bottles as hobby! -- Unique models require six months of Harold Bodkin's time to construct.
(57)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Wedding climaxes midget romance! -- Tiny lovers embark on marital sea after whirlwind courtship.
(50)
PASADENA, Cal. -- Hold lightweight bed-making championships!--Blanche Scott wins Chambermaids' Sweepstakes in 3 mins., 52 secs.
(63)
MARATHON CLASSIC WON BY 40-YEAR-OLD; BEATS FIELD OF 238
(108)
BOSTON, Mass. -- James P. Henigan, of Medford, Mass., after twenty years of trying, wins his first victory over historic 26-mile, 385-yard course in Boston Athletic Cub race. Father of five children, athlete crowns long career with laurel wreath sent from Greece and, along the route, mows down veteran Clarence De Mar, 7-time winner.
TRAFFIC JAMS FORCE WEE AUTO TRIALS ON SKY HIGH SPEEDWAY
(98)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- K. L. Morehouse, Detroit race driver, guides flask-size car around chin rest of building eighteen stories in air, and is finally able to sneer down on bigger rivals who chased him and his machine off streets and to tall track. He spent 3 1/2 years constructing vehicle.
(Numbers indicate approximate scene footage for the benefit of exhibitors requiring same for their presentation schedules)
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-04-20, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Fisheries, 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 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
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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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Universal Newsreels, Release 848, February 7, 1940
in Universal Newsreels, Release 848 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
This newsreel features commercial fishing on ships and parades.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 848 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1940, originally published 1940), 9 mins
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This newsreel features commercial fishing on ships and parades.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 848
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
LAY KEEL OF NEW BATTLESHIP
PORTSMOUTH, VA.--High Government and Navy officials take part in the keel-laying ceremonies, at the Norfolk Navy Yard, of the new 35,000-ton battlewagon, U.S.S. Alabama--to be completed in 1944 at a cost of $70,000,000!
(illegible text)HIP TO STUDY OCEAN WEATHER
NEW YORK...
This newsreel features commercial fishing on ships and parades.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL Release No 848
COVERING THE WORLD'S NEWS FOR YOUR SCREEN!
LAY KEEL OF NEW BATTLESHIP
PORTSMOUTH, VA.--High Government and Navy officials take part in the keel-laying ceremonies, at the Norfolk Navy Yard, of the new 35,000-ton battlewagon, U.S.S. Alabama--to be completed in 1944 at a cost of $70,000,000!
(illegible text)HIP TO STUDY OCEAN WEATHER
NEW YORK, N. Y.--The Coast Guard cutter "Duane," under Capt. Cornell, sails from Staten Island to report on weather conditions in mid-Atlantic. Intricate equipment for meteorological studies is tested before leaving.
300,000 SEE MARDI GRAS PARADE
NEW ORLEANS, LA.--Southland's annual pre-Lenten carnival comes to a brilliant climax as hundreds of thousands line the route of the spectacular Rex Parade, a symphony of colorful floats and unending pageantry!
ICE-COATED FISHING BOATS LAND (Exclusive)
BOSTON, MASS.--Fish for Lent! Fishing trawlers, home after two weeks off the Grand Banks, and covered from stem to stern with ice, unload their finny cargo--a million pounds of "favorite dish" per day for Lenten tables.
ISLAND AS HONEYMOON PARADISE
TAMPA, FLA.--Nearing completion on a small island in the Gulf of Mexico is the ideal spot for honeymooners. Thatched "love nest" cottages are being built, and soon the spot will be a mecca of romance under tropical skies.
MODEL SPEED BOAT RACES HELD
CHICAGO, ILL.--It's down to sea in ships--detailed replicas with home-made gas motors that would thrill any boy from six to sixty! The Navy Pier is the launching spot for the speedboats--and boy, how they can skip!
PIRATE BAND "CAPTURES" CITY
TAMPA, FLA.--Yo Ho Ho! A barrel of fun! The Gulf metropolis surrenders without a shot to the colorful buccaneer band of Gasparilla, whose brigand ship is greeted by thousands as it arrives for the annual carnival parade!
DOG TEAMS IN THRILLING RACE
NORTH CONWAY, N. H.--Plenty of sub-zero thrills as thirty "mush" teams get away in the New England sled classics. Bill Sherer brings his barking cavalcade home first in 4 hrs., 18 sec., with Mrs. Milton Seeler second.
GIRLS IN POWDER PUFF DERBY
AGUA CALIENTE, MEXICO.--It's Ladies Day at the famous track, with a bevy of pretty jockeys "up" for the Coronado Town Plate running. Plenty of primping first, but then the gals go to town! Anna Lee Wiley wins in a walk!
DIVING STARS IN GALA REVIEW
CORAL GABLES, FLA.--Sensational high-board diving by U. S. champs, and colorful formation swimming by pretty mermaids highlight the Miami Biltmore aquatic pageant. A spectacle of beauty and thrills!
SKATING STARS SHINE IN SHOW
NEW YORK, N. Y.--15,000 fans jam Madison Square Garden for the annual Silver Skates carnival--a spectacular exhibition of speed racing by youngsters and grown-ups. Plenty of spills enroute--but new records set at the tape!
VOLUME XII -- 1940
with GRAHAM McNAMEE -- by courtesy N. B. C.
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Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1940-02-07, 1940
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Fisheries, Community events, Parades, Ships, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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US Anti-Dumping Duties on Shrimp Imports – Irrational Protectionism?
written by P. Guru Dutta, fl. 2004 (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh: IBS Center for Management Research, 2004, originally published 2004), 7 page(s)
The imposition of preliminary anti-dumping duty on shrimp, had once again drawn world’s attention on the anti-dumping practices of America. The preliminary probe into shrimp imports to the US conducted by US federal authorities, indicated that such imports were sold below the market prices. The US shrimp industr...
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written by P. Guru Dutta, fl. 2004 (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh: IBS Center for Management Research, 2004, originally published 2004), 7 page(s)
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The imposition of preliminary anti-dumping duty on shrimp, had once again drawn world’s attention on the anti-dumping practices of America. The preliminary probe into shrimp imports to the US conducted by US federal authorities, indicated that such imports were sold below the market prices. The US shrimp industry considered the measure as a serious threat to the domestic industry and compelled the government to impose tariffs on such imports...
Field of Study
Business & Economics
Content Type
Case study
Author / Creator
P. Guru Dutta, fl. 2004
Date Published / Released
2004
Publisher
IBS Center for Management Research
Topic / Theme
Food industry, Pricing, International trade, Tariffs, Wholesale Trade, WTO, UN, NATO, Americans
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2004 by IBS Center for Management Research
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UVM 2014 Food Systems Summit
written by University of Vermont. Food Systems Initiative (Burlington, VT: University of Vermont. Food Systems Initiative, 2014, originally published 2014),
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written by University of Vermont. Food Systems Initiative (Burlington, VT: University of Vermont. Food Systems Initiative, 2014, originally published 2014),
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Field of Study
Food Studies Online
Content Type
Speech/Address
Author / Creator
University of Vermont. Food Systems Initiative
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
University of Vermont. Food Systems Initiative
Topic / Theme
Food industry, Sustainable agriculture, Food sovereignty, Association and organization conferences, Early 21st Century United States (2001– ), Americans
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Vision USA, Number 20, 1974
in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1974), 25 mins
Pewtersmith - Don Miller; Scanning Electron Microscope; Watermen Of Chesapeake Bay; Quartz Watches; Barbara Morgan – Photographer; Pedicar.
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in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1974), 25 mins
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Pewtersmith - Don Miller; Scanning Electron Microscope; Watermen Of Chesapeake Bay; Quartz Watches; Barbara Morgan – Photographer; Pedicar.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Michael Tolan, 1925-2011
Date Published / Released
1974
Publisher
United States Information Agency
Series
Vision USA
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Tolan, 1925-2011
Topic / Theme
Cars, Fisheries, Crafts, Jewelry, Microscopes, Photographers, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Vision USA, Number 26, 1974
in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1974), 27 mins
This video, produced by the United States Information Agency, is about arts education, fish farming by the Lummi Indian tribe, winter boat racing, urban redevelopment, and a theater program for the deaf.
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in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1974), 27 mins
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This video, produced by the United States Information Agency, is about arts education, fish farming by the Lummi Indian tribe, winter boat racing, urban redevelopment, and a theater program for the deaf.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Michael Tolan, 1925-2011
Date Published / Released
1974
Publisher
United States Information Agency
Series
Vision USA
Speaker / Narrator
Michael Tolan, 1925-2011
Topic / Theme
Astronomy, Cities, Fisheries, Deafness, Elementary schools, Homesteading, Indian reservations, Plays, Sailboat racing, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Vision USA, Number 48, 1976
in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1976), 26 mins
Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Includes the following news stories about people and events in the U.S.: A day in the life of a black model, computer graphics, Cleveland International Program,...
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in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1976), 26 mins
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Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Includes the following news stories about people and events in the U.S.: A day in the life of a black model, computer graphics, Cleveland International Program, a man named Smith, and Brigantine Romance. From the U.S. Information Agency. This historical recording from the National Archives may...
Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Includes the following news stories about people and events in the U.S.: A day in the life of a black model, computer graphics, Cleveland International Program, a man named Smith, and Brigantine Romance. From the U.S. Information Agency. This historical recording from the National Archives may contain variations in audio and video quality based on the limitations of the original source material. The content summary for this DVD is adapted from an historical description provided by the government agency or donor at the time of production release.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
1976
Publisher
United States Information Agency
Series
Vision USA
Topic / Theme
Association and organization conferences, Computers, Dairy products, Fashion, Food industry, Ocean voyages, Ships, Social work, American History, Late 20th Century (1975–2000)
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Vision USA, Number 54, 1976
in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1976), 26 mins
Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Includes the following news stories about people and events in the U.S.: stunt woman, egg city, tombstone epitaph, Boeing, David Muench - nature photographer. F...
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in Vision USA (District of Columbia: United States Information Agency, 1976), 26 mins
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Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Includes the following news stories about people and events in the U.S.: stunt woman, egg city, tombstone epitaph, Boeing, David Muench - nature photographer. From the U.S. Information Agency. This historical recording from the National Archives may contain variations in audio and video quality...
Experience the American Journey through our country's visual heritage in this historical recording provided by the National Archives of the United States. Includes the following news stories about people and events in the U.S.: stunt woman, egg city, tombstone epitaph, Boeing, David Muench - nature photographer. From the U.S. Information Agency. This historical recording from the National Archives may contain variations in audio and video quality based on the limitations of the original source material. The content summary for this DVD is adapted from an historical description provided by the government agency or donor at the time of production release.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Bob Fitzsimmons
Date Published / Released
1976
Publisher
United States Information Agency
Series
Vision USA
Speaker / Narrator
Bob Fitzsimmons
Topic / Theme
Actors, Airplanes, Chickens (Animal), Food industry, History curriculums, Manufacturing industry, Photographers, Towns, Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, AZ, 1881, American History, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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