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Universal Newsreels, Release 17, February 22, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 17 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 9 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military drills and training and navy ships.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military drills and training and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 17
PRESIDENT HONORS BIRTHDAY RITES OF GEORGE WASHINGTON
(98)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- At the steps of the Capitol the 31st Chief Executive gives the signal that starts the bicentennial celebration commemorating the memory of the Father of His Country. Thousands jam the huge plaza to hono...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military drills and training and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 17
PRESIDENT HONORS BIRTHDAY RITES OF GEORGE WASHINGTON
(98)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- At the steps of the Capitol the 31st Chief Executive gives the signal that starts the bicentennial celebration commemorating the memory of the Father of His Country. Thousands jam the huge plaza to honor the great national hero, and at Alexandria, Va., the colorful Monticello guards parade as the Chief Executive places a wreath on the tomb of the immortal American.
SAN BERNADINO, Cal. -- Famous Orange Show features Colonial motif! -- Fruit display portrays events in life of First President.
(63)
SUDDEN GALE INJURES AKRON AS COMMITTEE AWAITS TRIAL FLIGHT
(97)
LAKEHURST, N. J. -- While a delegation of Congressmen are ready to inspect the $6,000,000 Navy dirigible, a rising wind snatches it from the hands of 150 sailors, tears it loose from its mooring mast, whirls it through the air and drops it to the ground. The fabric around one fin is so badly damaged that officers in command believe a severe strain may have affected the intricate steel network of the airship. The wind strikes with unexpected suddenness and injures three men as 1,000 persons watch the giant of the air rolled from its hangar.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHARLESTOWN, Mass. -- Subway cars take sea voyage! -- First shipment leaves for new Argentina underground system.
(75)
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Campbell fails in try for new world mark! -- Bumpy sands slow down speed to 131 miles per hour.
(86)
MILLION BUSHELS OF FEDERAL WHEAT LOST IN FATAL EXPLOSION
(62)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- A mysterious blaze followed by a detonation of grain dust wrecks the Kansas-Missouri elevator with a loss of $500,000 causing two deaths and injury to nine firemen. Battling the blaze from twin head-houses, the firemen are imprisoned by the blast which cuts off all means of escape. Searchers comb the wreckage after the terrible disaster for survivors of the catastrophe, struggling in the stifling heat to succor their ill-fated pals.
SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS TAKE TO MOTORBIKES IN STIRRING FOX-HUNT
(85)
PORTLAND, Ore. -- The cream of daredevil drivers gather for an exciting new game of thrills as Creed Buchanan, one of the Coast's most skillful riders, is selected for the role of the elusive Reynard. Taking the lead, he steers his wheel over an open country course through brush, over ditches, and up mountains to test the stamina of his pursuers. Successfully shaking off four "hounds" he surrenders after a spectacular chase by John Boyer. A new game packed with reckless riding and break-neck thrills.
U.S. FORCES UNITE FOR MIGHTIEST "WAR GAME" IN HISTORY OF NATION
(198)
HONOLULU, T.H. -- In a rigid test of strength the entire battle force of the Navy and the defense units at Pearl Harbor take part in the gigantic mimic invasion of the Islands. Battleships, cruisers, destroyers, airplane carriers, infantry, marines, and sailors participate in the stirring activities. Under an artillery barrage the invading "Blue" unit lands troops on the objective held by the "Black" defenders. For the first time the entire line of the American sea strength is brought into action.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-02-22, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Military drills, Military training, Navy ships, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 18, March 1, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 18 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about a car and train accident.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about a car and train accident.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 1930 NUMBER 18
SHARKEY KNOCKS OUT PHIL SCOTT IN THREE ROUNDS
(42)
MAD. SQ. GARDEN STADIUM, Fla. -- Boston Boy is cheered by the vast throng of fight fans gathered at the ringside when he wins by a technical knockout
500,000 GATHER TO CELEBRATE NATIVE "INDEPENDENCE DAY"
(108)
BOMBAY, India...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about a car and train accident.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 1930 NUMBER 18
SHARKEY KNOCKS OUT PHIL SCOTT IN THREE ROUNDS
(42)
MAD. SQ. GARDEN STADIUM, Fla. -- Boston Boy is cheered by the vast throng of fight fans gathered at the ringside when he wins by a technical knockout
500,000 GATHER TO CELEBRATE NATIVE "INDEPENDENCE DAY"
(108)
BOMBAY, India -- Communist mill workers rush platform and try to tear down flag and hoist Red emblem -- Women of the Nationalist party are rescued by adherents of their faction
GOTHAM "COPS" BEAT SOCIETY "CONVICTS" IN BASEBALL TUSSLE
(60)
PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Philadelphia society members, dressed in prison stripes, meet defeat on the diamond when they tackle New York's elite "bluecoats" (Exclusive Pictures)
ELEVEN DEAD, MANY INJURED, WHEN AUTO WRECKS TWO TRAINS
(91)
KENOSHA, Wis. -- Passenger coaches plunge over high embankment and are smashed to pieces, injuring more than one hundred, when motor car is caught between two speeding engines on city crossing
HOOVER'S SCHOOL, GIFT TO MOUNTAIN WAIFS, OPENS
(51)
DARK HOLLOW, Va. -- Children of the poor whites throng to school house at the ringing of the bell and show an eagerness to learn the three R's
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW YORK CITY -- German artist builds model of Cologne Cathedral with 2,500,000 matches
(63)
BERLIN, Germany -- Army Captain's champion hunter gives amazing high hurdles jumping exhibition
(61)
PALM BEACH, Fla. -- 12 children in society family! -- Offspring of Leo P. Cummings, rich Chicago banker, are human fish
(50)
USE HUGE CASINO TO STAGE CARNIVAL OF OUTDOOR SPORTS
(69)
PARIS, France -- Thousands gather to watch the thrilling indoor ski jumping with its many spills, the spectacular skating contests and many other interesting events.
SPEEDY GREYHOUNDS IN LIGHTNING RACES ON SOUTHERN TRACK
(114)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Dogs chase the elusive bunny at famous kennel club but Mr. Hare wins -- Fashionable women and society men watch the sport
POLICE CLASH WITH COMMUNISTS IN TWO BIG CITY RIOTS
(113)
NEW YORK -- Crowds of unemployed attempt to storm City Hall to demand work of Mayor Walker, but are driven back by police with night sticks
AT CHICAGO -- Mobs of Reds battle with police in city streets and scores are arrested -- Many are injured in the milling throngs as the cops swing their clubs
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-03-01, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Trains, Wounds and injuries, Accidental deaths, Rail accidents, Automobile trips, 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 18, February 26, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 18 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about scientific research and television.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about scientific research and television.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 18
RUSH COMPLETION OF RAILWAY SYSTEM IN NEW PAPAL DOMAIN
(107)
VATICAN CITY -- Line 600-feet long, involving boring of 300-foot tunnel, rearing of 700-foot bridge and wrecking of antique walls, is shown forming under hands of workers, in first and exclusive motion pictures revealing extent o...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about scientific research and television.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 18
RUSH COMPLETION OF RAILWAY SYSTEM IN NEW PAPAL DOMAIN
(107)
VATICAN CITY -- Line 600-feet long, involving boring of 300-foot tunnel, rearing of 700-foot bridge and wrecking of antique walls, is shown forming under hands of workers, in first and exclusive motion pictures revealing extent of sacred state. Also reveals vast construction plans of Pontiff.
FIRST VAUDEVILLE SHOW BROADCAST IN TELEVISION TRIALS
(55)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Scientists reveal inside of experiments in instantaneous reproduction of actors on screen, show card manipulator and other stunts to audience while performer is in plain view of watchers. Promise for future held out by experts.
SKI ENTHUSIASTS HAIL PRINCE OF PIEDMONT AT ALPINE TOURNEY
(93)
LUGANO, Italy -- Heir to throne, accompanied by lovely bride, the former Princess Marie Jose of Belgium, is given ovation by winter sports crowd, which almost forgets to honor race winners, some of Europe's finest athletes. Royal couples "stop the show," as 'twere.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Lipsticks for statues! -- Fraulein Wieselthier shines with all-'round technique in modern decorative arts.
(46)
NORTH BEACH, N.Y.--Flivver flier appears!--Midget plane costs $1,490., averages 70 miles an hour and travels 30 miles on a gallon of gas.
(69)
DENVER, Colo. -- Human target dares cops! -- Volley of bullets fails to daunt daredevil McClellan.
(62)
BROOKLYN, N.Y. -- $100,000 liquor haul due for court battle! -- Skipper claims beached rum vessel was in legitimate trade.
(53)
ROYALTY ATTENDS GALA MID-WINTER FLOWER FESTIVAL
(76)
VILLEFRANCHE, France -- Water Carnival, with magnificently decorated barges and boats, proves magnet for a pair of Kings and a Queen -- Oscar of Sweden, Christian and Maude of Denmark. Battle of blossoms between crews of flotilla's craft is high spot of celebration.
GROWNUP MODES FOR CHILDREN FEATURED IN "400" STYLE PARADE
(71)
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Society juveniles, ranging from about three to six, strut their prettiest in beach pajamas, half-piece bathing suits and other raiment for hot spots. One tiny youngster gets a hate on for a hat and stages a one-man riot that brings the show to an hilarious climax.
RECORDS SMASHED IN THRILLING 25th ANNUAL NATIONAL A.A.U. MEET
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Throng packed into Madison Square Garden cheers Percy Beard, of Alabama Poly, as he hops to new record in 70-yard high hurdles, does the same for Coan of Penn when he leads his medley relay team to fresh mark, five seconds under one set by Joie Ray, and gives Ray Conger ovation as he sprints to win slashing 600-yard battle by an eyelash.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-02-26, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Scientific research, Television, Science and Technology, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 18, February 25, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 18 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 2 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about motor racing in Daytona Beach, Florida.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about motor racing in Daytona Beach, Florida.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 18
CAMPBELL SETS NEW WORLD SPEED MARK IN MAGNIFICENT RUN
(86)
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Defying all thoughts of danger the daredevil Briton whizzes over the measured mile at a thunderous pace, bettering his own record by 8 miles an hour. Swinging into the smooth stretch he pilots the Bluebird o...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about motor racing in Daytona Beach, Florida.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 18
CAMPBELL SETS NEW WORLD SPEED MARK IN MAGNIFICENT RUN
(86)
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Defying all thoughts of danger the daredevil Briton whizzes over the measured mile at a thunderous pace, bettering his own record by 8 miles an hour. Swinging into the smooth stretch he pilots the Bluebird over the course in 13.46 seconds on one run and repeats it in 14.89 seconds on the return trip for a total average of 253.968 miles an hour. a great performance and a stirring episode in racing history.
LACK OF PARTNERS FORCES MAT STAR TO WRESTLE ELEPHANT
(76)
WEST HEMPSTEAD, N. Y. -- Bulky Leon Pinetzki, the ponderous Pole, standing 6 feet 8 inches, experiences difficulty in securing mates to grapple with him because of his 280-pound hulk. In desperation he takes on 4-ton "Rosie" a powerful pachyderm with an acute knowledge of grips and holds. The muscle man meets his match but grinds on and on, finally scoring one fall over the punishing beast after a hectic struggle.
STARTLING INVENTION BRINGS $1,000,000 ANNUAL SAVING TO INDUSTRY
(88)
MODESTO, Cal. -- After two years of research and experiment an egg breaker and separator is introduced to an amazed world. Run through a jig-saw pulled through a vacuum pump into a reservoir the shells are discarded and the yolk and whites are guided into divided compartments. Even bad ones are spotted by the almost-human machine and tossed aside. The innovation proves fool-proof and never misses, a device long declared impossible of achievement and now hailed by egg-men all over the country.
COPS CURB RIOTERS AS DE VALERA WINS TURBULENT ELECTION
(105)
DUBLIN, Irish Free State -- Bitterly partisan, voters go to the polls and turn Wm. T. Cosgrave out of power after a reign of ten years. The Fianna Fail leader gains a majority in the Dail which assures him of the Presidency of the Executive Council. The balloting throughout the south is marked by strife although the deposed chief is returned to the lower house by an overwhelming plurality. The advocates of the free Republic carry their battle right to the voting stalls, culminating in struggles and altercations that compel police interference to restore order. Followers of the new government hail the result as the herald of a new day in the stormy history of the nation.
SPECTACULAR SPILLS THRILL THOUSANDS IN LIPTON CUP CLASSIC
(110)
NEW SMYRNA, Fla. -- Jockeying for position in the sensational five-mile finals over the treacherous course the cream of the nation's out-board pilots compete for the famous trophy. Diving through narrow holes as the fleet of daredevils take advantage of every opening, many of the reckless aces meet near-disaster on the whirlwind turns when their boats capsize. Plunging, chugging, slapping his way ahead of the field Walter Widegren of Glen Cove, N. Y., rides home to a well-earned victory.
HEAVY SHELLS WREAK HAVOC AS CITY DEFIES FURIOUS ONSLAUGHT SPECIAL! ! !
(275)
SHANGHAI, China -- A rain of bombs from swift airplanes turns the ancient native Chapei section into a mass of flaming ruins, its streets strewn with dead and its population fleeing in terror to the protection of the International Settlement. Expert marksmen make direct hits on the North Station as the Japanese forces maneuver for absolute control of the sector. Meanwhile in the heat of battle U.S. Marines land to patrol the American Concession and guard the lives of nationals there. Fugitives in tragic flight bundle their meager belongings to escape from the war zone, as the strains of the bagpipes announce the arrival of the famous Argyll and Sutherland Highland Regiments en route to the British Concession. One of the most important pictures of the year.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-02-25, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Motor racing, 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 19, March 5, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 19 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 1930 NUMBER 19
NIGHT OF SPLENDOR OPENS MARDI GRAS AS "MOMUS" REIGNS
(82)
NEW ORLEANS, La. -- Colorful parade ushers in first night of famous carnival -- Thousands line the streets to cheer passing floats which are decorated to depict the various national holidays
SPILLS FOLLOW MAD PACE AS B...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 1930 NUMBER 19
NIGHT OF SPLENDOR OPENS MARDI GRAS AS "MOMUS" REIGNS
(82)
NEW ORLEANS, La. -- Colorful parade ushers in first night of famous carnival -- Thousands line the streets to cheer passing floats which are decorated to depict the various national holidays
SPILLS FOLLOW MAD PACE AS BIG 6-DAY BIKE GRIND STARTS
(76)
NEW YORK CITY -- Thrilling shots of the start and daring spurts around the course -- Crowds watch exciting race in Madison Square Garden
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
AVALON, Cal. -- Preserves sea monsters! -- Catalina Submarine Gardens boasts only woman fish taxidermist
(69)
MUSA ISLE, Fla. -- Society sees Seminole Indians wed as guests stage vaudeville show.
(48)
LOS ANGELES, Cal. -- Racing outboards tug at new horse-power machine in exciting tank test.
(58)
DETROIT, Mich. -- "Mayor" carries his city with him -- Miniature town is feature of safety campaign.
(59)
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COLLEGE BOYS ARE GORGEOUS "GIRLS" IN ANNUAL BALLET
(87)
NEW YORK CITY -- Fifteen Columbia students take the part of ponies in "Heigho Pharaoh," the annual varsity show -- Miss M. Billings shows them how to make up
HUGE "NOAH'S ARK" TRAINS AS CIRCUS MOVING DAY LOOMS
(87)
SARASOTA, Fla. -- Elephants, zebras, giraffes, monkeys and other animals wake up from their long snooze in winter quarters and get ready to go to work in the big spring opening
GIRL COMMUNISTS IN "REVENGE RIOTS"; POLICE RAID MEETING
(77)
NEW YORK CITY -- Hundreds of Reds storm City Hall in effort to see Mayor Walker in protest against police action at former disturbance but are driven back by the officers
WEIRD MASQUES OF ANCIENT DAYS MARK "FIVE YEAR FETE"
(78)
TELFS, Austria -- Crowds dance to old Austrian steps of five centuries ago at the carnival of the Schleicherlofen (Exclusive Pictures)
DROP LIFELINE FROM AIR TO SAVE CREW IN WRECK PERIL
(113)
CAPE MAY, N. J. -- Plane throws heavy life rope to ship wrecked on the beach -- Sailors carried to safety in breeches buoy from wave-washed vessel
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-03-05, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Holiday celebrations, Mardi Gras, 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 19, March 2, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 19 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 10 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Tennessee Valley Authority, John Glenn, and airplanes.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Tennessee Valley Authority, John Glenn, and airplanes.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 19
ARMY AIR SERVICE THRILLED AT SUCCESS OF "HANGING EYE" TEST
(122)
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. -- With dirigible hidden above clouds, out of sight of enemy gunners in wartime, device demonstrated by daredevils here will observe them and direct bombing or artillery action. Lieuts....
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Tennessee Valley Authority, John Glenn, and airplanes.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 19
ARMY AIR SERVICE THRILLED AT SUCCESS OF "HANGING EYE" TEST
(122)
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. -- With dirigible hidden above clouds, out of sight of enemy gunners in wartime, device demonstrated by daredevils here will observe them and direct bombing or artillery action. Lieuts. Paul and McCracken, in trials, are lowered in tiny car attached by cable to blimp and telephone to craft above, in one of the most stirring tests in aviation history.
SALUTING ARTILLERY FRIGHTENS PUBLIC AT CAPITOL DEDICATION
(76)
HAVANA, Cuba -- Nerves made raw by recent street demonstrations and attempts on life of President Machado, people flee in panic as cannon roar in joint fete marking progress of nation and commemorating birth of revolt against Spain at Baire 36 years ago. New national palace, built at cost of $18,000,000, dedicated by the Cuban president.
WAR "VETS" SWAMP BUREAU FOR LOANS NEW BONUS LAW PLAN
(82)
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Needy men who served with A.E.F., caught in vortex of unemployment, rush eagerly for money to tide them over present rough spot. J.M. Betz, Deputy Disbursing Officer, operates automatic signature device which certifies 15 vouchers at a clip and 20,000 in a day.
IN NEW YORK
15,000 beneficiaries in first day's lineup at the pay window of Uncle Sam.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
ROCKLAND, Me. -- Coast guard smashed channel-way to Bangor!--Opens river traffic on earliest date in history.
(64)
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Build mammoth car! -- 60 men spend three months constructing world's largest auto.
(82)
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Adopts "squeezing" for livelihood! -- Crowds amazed at King Brawman's odd confortions.
(82)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- Elks install women's health class! -- Female poundage disappears under male reducing supervision.
(57)
BANISHED FOR LIFE, 673 CONVICTS LEAVE FOR DEVIL'S ISLAND
SAINT-MARTIN-DE-RE, France -- La Martiniere, ship of forgotten men, off with cargo of lost souls for land whence few return. Group includes sixty murderers, twenty of whom were snatched from the guillotine. Lifers, under guns of guards, herded aboard craft of cages as families bid their last farewell.
15 TEAMS START IN 50TH INTERNATIONAL SIX-DAY BIKE GRIND
(94)
NEW YORK, N.Y. -- Champion pedalers from all parts of world whirl away in America's greatest unsolved problem in human behavior, bent on riding furiously to go nowhere in a week of trying. "Iron Man" McNamara undergoes feeding rites at very outset of adventure in spills, thrills and futility.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-03-02, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Military intelligence, Government programs, 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 19, February 29, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 19 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes and inventions.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes and inventions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 19
ST. GODDARD CREATES NEW RECORD TO WIN FAMOUS DOG DERBY
(127)
QUEBEC, P.Q., Canada -- With his powerful team of cross-breeds of Malamutes and Russian wolf-hounds straining every muscle, the Canadian Olympic champion completes the gruelling 41-mile "mush" with a new course record, winning by a narrow mar...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about airplanes and inventions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 19
ST. GODDARD CREATES NEW RECORD TO WIN FAMOUS DOG DERBY
(127)
QUEBEC, P.Q., Canada -- With his powerful team of cross-breeds of Malamutes and Russian wolf-hounds straining every muscle, the Canadian Olympic champion completes the gruelling 41-mile "mush" with a new course record, winning by a narrow margin of two minutes from Shorty Russick, famous 50-year-old Western driver. Although Russick breaks three marks during the terrific race over the snow-covered trails, St. Goddard finishes with a total elapsed time of 10 hours, 28 minutes for the three laps, eclipsing the best efforts of Russick, Seppala, Girard and a host of other crack dog-sled drivers, annexing a spectacular victory in the "mush" classic of the continent.
ARMY SUCCEEDS IN SENSATIONAL TESTS OF 'PLANE PARACHUTE
(102)
DAYTON, Ohio -- The newly-designed safety device, spreading 5,000 square feet of silken cloth, drops from the air with a 2,500-pound load, proving its feasibility as a method of bringing passenger cabins to earth. Developed by Major E. L. Hoffman, the 'chute will be made to lower a compartment with 10 persons at a safe rate of speed. One of the greatest advances in modern aviation.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
ORMOND BEACH, Fla. -- John D. attends tree-planting! -- Aged millionaire honors Gen. Ames, oldest living officer.
(73)
BANGOR, Maine -- Coast Guard opens navigation channel! -- 14-inch ice-way smashed through on earliest date in history.
(80)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
AURORA, Ill. -- Women rule city for day! -- Municipal government turned over to fair sex on Leap Year.
(100)
TIENTSIN, China -- Zero weather forces new transport method! -- Coolie drivers adopt "push-push" on frozen canals.
(69)
7 DEAD, MANY HURT AS DISASTROUS FLOODS LEAVE WAKE OF RUIN
(102)
EDGEWICK, Wash. -- Torrential rains and melting mountain snows swell the Snoqualmie River which breaks from its course, as tons of lumber jam into the creeks the pile up a death-dealing caravan. An avalanche of mud and boulders sweeps everything before it. Homes, trees, and live-stock are brushed from its path as the relentless force moves onward. The entire valley is stricken by the visitation of horror and desolation.
ICE STARS CLASH IN BIG INDOOR CHARITY SKATE TOURNAMENT
(109)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- The cream of the world of flashing blades competes in the gigantic Western Championships at the famous stadium for honors in the great games. One of the outstanding performances of the event is contributed by Megan Taylor, 11-year British fancy-skating marvel, who parades her repertoire before a thrilled audience. Her father, Phil Taylor, tops off the show by attempting the barrel jump on stilt skates. Charleen Powers, in a burst of speed, edges out Jean Wilson in the woman's 440-yard event, replete with spills and excitement.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-02-29, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Inventions, Science and Technology, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 20, March 8, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 20 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 5 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about holiday celebrations and ships.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 20 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 5 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about holiday celebrations and ships.
Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-03-08, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Ships, 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 20, March 5, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 20 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 2 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Charles Lindbergh, and navy ships.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 20 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 2 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Charles Lindbergh, and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
DESOLATION AND RUIN FOLLOW IN PATH OF EARTHQUAKE HORROR
(131)
NAPIER, New Zealand -- Stirring pictures of this destroyed city show public buildings, hospitals, homes and business houses shattered by temblors which cost hundreds of lives and left thousands of families homeles...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Charles Lindbergh, and navy ships.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
DESOLATION AND RUIN FOLLOW IN PATH OF EARTHQUAKE HORROR
(131)
NAPIER, New Zealand -- Stirring pictures of this destroyed city show public buildings, hospitals, homes and business houses shattered by temblors which cost hundreds of lives and left thousands of families homeless. British bluejackets take over task of succoring victim.
HOOVER AND CABINET IN FAREWELL VISIT AS 71st CONGRESS PASSES
(51)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- President, with full quorum of his official family, calls at capitol for double purpose of bidding adieu to Vice-President Curtis and signing last-minute legislation, passed amid scenes of wild disorder after ten-billion-dollar session.
WILD-EYED ACCLAIM WELCOMES RETURN OF TRANS-OCEAN FLIERS
(96)
GENOA, Italy -- Gen. Balbo and his 43 companions on historic hop from Rome to Brazil, debarks in city gay with bunting and jammed with enthusiastic admirers gathered to render them the homage accorded heroes. Greeting, as aviators pass between lines of Black Shirt militia, is one of the most vociferous on record.
GOVERNMENT SCRAPS SUBMARINES UNDER NAVAL TREATY TERMS
(82)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- More than a score of undersea fighting craft, corralled in Navy Yard, are cut apart by powerful acetylene torches, first stage of their journey to scrap heap. Salvaging of Diesel engines, weighing many tons, is part of program.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Prof. Einstein sails! -- Noted scientist, homeward bound, leaves message of peace and good-will.
(46)
JERSEY CITY, N. J. -- Fire first gun in anti-gambling war! -- City destroys $50,000 worth of confiscated slot machines.
(49)
AKRON, Ohio -- "Wobble-meter" determines fatigue! -- Experiments prove masculine endurance inferior to that of fair sex.
(62)
THRILL FINISH MARKS 5th ANNUAL WOMEN'S CROSS-COUNTRY RUN
(97)
EPSOM, England -- Topping a field of 150 girl harriers, Miss G. A. Lunn, world's champion half-mile sprinter, covers the three-mile course in a little more than 21 minutes. Event draws great crowd and holiday rivals in color and interest the great Derby Day at this historic track.
RAGING SEA RAVAGES COAST AND DESTROYS HUNDREDS OF HOMES
(106)
WINTHROP, Mass. -- Mountainous waves, fleeing before a northeast wind, sweep over land, wrecking more than 500 residences here and in Revere, Beachmont and other seashore towns. Record tidal rush pounds across sea-wall with unprecedented fury, leveling buildings and causing damages mounting into the millions.
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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
1931-03-05, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Navy ships, Shipyards, Submarines, Legislatures, Airplane pilots, 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 20, March 3, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 20 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about a fatal mine blast and the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby.
Sample
in Universal Newsreels, Release 20 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about a fatal mine blast and the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 20
COUNTRYSIDE MOURNS AS 38 VICTIMS PERISH IN FATAL MINE BLAST
(90)
POCAHONTAS, Va. -- Two miles below the earth's surface an explosion in the Boissevain Coal Mine imprisons 50 men under a deluge of debris, as they go about their tasks. A scant dozen fight their way to f...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about a fatal mine blast and the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 20
COUNTRYSIDE MOURNS AS 38 VICTIMS PERISH IN FATAL MINE BLAST
(90)
POCAHONTAS, Va. -- Two miles below the earth's surface an explosion in the Boissevain Coal Mine imprisons 50 men under a deluge of debris, as they go about their tasks. A scant dozen fight their way to freedom and direct the rescuers in the vain battle against tons of dirt and timber blocking the underground passages, and hindering the recovery of the bodies. Searchers push through subterranean channels with super-human effort as widows and children of the lost men hold endless vigil at the mouth of the shaft -- hoping against hope that their loved ones may be brought to the top.
CHAMPION SKI-JORERS RISK NECKS IN ANNUAL MOTORBIKE TOURNEY
(79)
LEOBEN, Austria -- Daredevil riders, dragged by powerful cycles, wind up the treacherous course of the mountain trail at the annual meet, held in the Province of Styria. Records and contestants fall as the fearless athletes battle along the corkscrew road in the heart of the Semmering Alps, that proves a difficult route for the ambitious entrants. Built by Russian prisoners of war, the highway is the scene of a race replete with spills and thrills, as the Continent's greatest sportsmen vie for the highest honors.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
SANTEE, Cal. -- World's largest goose herd bred for epicures! -- Vast project uses everything, from egg to wishbone.
(79)
ABU-SUEIR, Egypt -- Fliers form desert yacht club! -- Royal Air Force aces develop unique sailing sport.
(66)
SCORES HOMELESS AS MYSTERY FIRE RAZES RESIDENTIAL SECTION
(72)
PENNS GROVE, N. J. -- Whipped by a high wind, the blaze, originating in an abandoned stable, sweeps through a section of this village of 2,000 inhabitants and threatens complete destruction of the community before 32 fire companies from surrounding counties get the flames under control. Dozens of firemen suffer from smoke suffocation, three persons are injured, and damage estimated at $500,000 is the toll of the disaster. Martial law prevails as relief agencies attempt to provide for the sufferers.
HOBOES SHUN BOWERY DIVES TO SIP BREW AT PHILANTHROPIST'S BAR
(96)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Passing up the potent potions in speakeasies, the trampers of the world-famous street beat a path to the door of Urbain Ledoux to put his 3-cents-a-glass concoction to a rigid test. The approving word sweeps up and down the lane of unfortunates and the "Growler" is rapidly filled to overflowing with thirsty throngs. While quenching and satisfying, the suds lack dynamite, but they fill the bill as the boys while away the moments waiting for prosperity.
NATION AROUSED AT REVOLTING KIDNAPPING OF LINDBERGH BABY
(216)
HOPEWELL, N. J. -- The brutal abduction, in the night, of the famous flier's son, as he slept in his bed, is the occasion of the world's greatest child-hunt. Through every inch of the adjacent woods, trappers and State Troopers beat their way, seeking clues, while every law enforcement agency of three surrounding states presses, with redoubled energy, the search for the missing infant. All autos are inspected, hundreds of suspects questioned hoping to develop some trace of the 20-month-old son of the transatlantic ace and Mrs. Anne Morrow Lindbergh. At home the renowned father, in calm possession of his emotions, bend every effort toward a solution of the baffling mystery that has stirred every civilized human being the world over.
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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
1932-03-03, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Charles Augustus Lindbergh, 1902-1974
Topic / Theme
Kidnapping, Airplane pilots, Charles Lindbergh, Jr., Kidnapped and Killed, East Amwell, NJ, March 1-May 12, 1932, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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