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Polygoon Wereldnieuws, VERTREK VON RIBBENTROP NA ONDERTEKENING DUITS-RUSSISCH NON-AGRESSIE PACT
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 1 min
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produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 1 min
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Polygoon-Profilti
Date Published / Released
1939
Publisher
Polygoon-Profilti
Series
Polygoon Wereldnieuws
Person Discussed
Ulrich Friedrich Wilhelm Joachim von Ribbentrop, 1893-1946
Topic / Theme
Diplomats, World War II, 1939-1945, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Polygoon Wereldnieuws, VORMING NIEUWE POOLSE REGERING IN FRANKRIJK
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 1 min
Sample
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 1 min
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Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Polygoon-Profilti
Date Published / Released
1939
Publisher
Polygoon-Profilti
Series
Polygoon Wereldnieuws
Topic / Theme
National government, World War II, 1939-1945, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Polygoon Wereldnieuws, VORMING VAN EEN NIEUWE TSJECHISCHE REGERING IN PARIJS
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 1 min
Sample
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 1 min
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Polygoon-Profilti
Date Published / Released
1939
Publisher
Polygoon-Profilti
Series
Polygoon Wereldnieuws
Topic / Theme
National government, World War II, 1939-1945, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Polygoon Wereldnieuws, ZUID-AFRIKAANSE GEZANT LEGT KRANS OP HET GRAF VAN DE ONBEKENDE SOLDAAT
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 28 secs
Sample
produced by Polygoon-Profilti, in Polygoon Wereldnieuws (Netherlands: Polygoon-Profilti, 1939), 28 secs
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Polygoon-Profilti
Date Published / Released
1939
Publisher
Polygoon-Profilti
Series
Polygoon Wereldnieuws
Topic / Theme
Diplomats, Social customs, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 1, January 1, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 5 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Lyndon Johnson, and law enforcement.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 5 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Lyndon Johnson, and law enforcement.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II Wednesday, January 1, 1930 NUMBER 1
(124)
SALOONS WIDE OPEN EVERYWHERE, SAYS BORAH
WASHINGTON, D. C.
Dry Idaho Senator tells fellow legislators "enforcement system is demoralized"
1. "Bar-rooms are running in the jurisdiction of District Attorneys all over this co...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations General Assembly, Lyndon Johnson, and law enforcement.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II Wednesday, January 1, 1930 NUMBER 1
(124)
SALOONS WIDE OPEN EVERYWHERE, SAYS BORAH
WASHINGTON, D. C.
Dry Idaho Senator tells fellow legislators "enforcement system is demoralized"
1. "Bar-rooms are running in the jurisdiction of District Attorneys all over this country"
2. Where some of it comes from -- Prohibition sleuths nab 100 barrels of moonshine in Florida Everglades
(79)
MEDIEVAL SPLENDOR AT ROYAL MAGYAR WEDDING
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Prince Ladislas Esterhazy, scion of famous house, takes Countess Erdody as bride
1. Historic landmarks along the Danube are illuminated in their honor
(97)
DAREDEVIL FLYERS OPEN ICE BOAT RACE SEASON
LAKE WINNIPEG, CANADA
Canadian cracks compete for honors at 70-mile-an-hour speed
(63)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CALCUTTA, INDIA
300,000 celebrate birth, in 477 B.C., of Mahavira, founder of "Jain" Buddhists
(62)
MASSAGE MISS LIBERTY
NEW YORK CITY
Daredevil cleaners give monster statue its annual "facial"
(54)
BREAKS "SPINACH" RECORD
JACKSONVILLE, FLA.
H. W. Langseth takes 77 years to grow 17 feet of whiskers
(63)
HOLD "ASH CAN DERBY"
YOSEMITE, CAL.
Tin covers replace toboggans on long mountain slide.
(121)
GUARD AGAINST RIOTS IN PHILIPPINE JAIL
MANILA, P. I.
Recent outbreaks in U. S. increase vigilance of guards in Bibilid Prison
By Official Permission
1. When the alarm bell sounds convicts must lie prostrate or be shot
2. This grim warning is in plain sight of the prisoners
3. Condemned to the chair -- Executed 20 minutes after these pictures were taken
HIGH LIGHTS in the WORLD OF SPORTS for 1929
(201)
SPEED!
Daytona, Fla. -- Major Segrave drives 232 miles an hour
WRESTLING!
Boston, Mass. -- Sonnenberg wins title from "Strangler" Lewis
RUNNING!
Chicago, Ill. -- Simpson, Ohio State, 100 yds. in 9 4/5 secs. new world's record
BOXING!
New York City -- Jack Sharkey, leading heavyweight contender
FOOTBALL!
New Haven, Conn. -- Ellis' sensational run for Yale vs. Dartmouth
RACING!
Belmont Park, N. Y. -- Blue Larkspur, Champion, total winnings $220,420
PATRIOTISM!
South Holland, Ill. -- Mr. and Mrs. Peerbolte claim stork record with brood of 16
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-01-01, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Law enforcement, Prohibition laws, Presidents, Prohibition, U.S., 1919-1933, 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 1, December 28, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and theaters.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 7 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and theaters.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME 3 NUMBER 1
UNEMPLOYMENT HIT AS 6,000 MEN GET WORK AT NEW AUTO PLANT
(110)
EDGEWATER, N. J. -- Industry makes considerable dent in ranks of jobless as regiments of mechanics march to places and hop to task of turning out cars at rate of one each forty-six minutes. Absorption of...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and theaters.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME 3 NUMBER 1
UNEMPLOYMENT HIT AS 6,000 MEN GET WORK AT NEW AUTO PLANT
(110)
EDGEWATER, N. J. -- Industry makes considerable dent in ranks of jobless as regiments of mechanics march to places and hop to task of turning out cars at rate of one each forty-six minutes. Absorption of this large group one of most significant in turning tide of economic conditions.
INAUGURATE ELECTRIC TIMER AT OPENING OF WINTER RACE MEET
(67)
AGUA CALIENTE, Mexico -- New device, which catches flying thoroughbreds at fixed points of course, records Caruso's victory in Christmas Handicap, feature of initial program of beautiful new course, at 1 min., 12 2-5 sec., for the six furlongs, and is proved a masterpiece of accuracy.
WRECKERS LOWER FINAL CURTAIN ON 2,000,000 DRAMA FLOP
(55)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Century theater, finest of its kind on American continent when built 21 years ago, is torn down to make room for modern skyscraper to face Central Park. Debris topples from 90-foot high proscenium which revealed more failures than any other in metropolis and is gobbled up by giant jaws of steam shovels.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW BEDFORD, Mass. -- Mother Goose comes true! -- Only this time it's Marion and her little ram.
(65)
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. -- Nippon actors stage thriller! -- Imperial artists here to entertain lovers of Japanese theater art.
(63)
TURKOMAN, S. S. R. -- Soviet educates peasant women! -- Drastic move to liberate fair sex from centuries of ignorance.
(50)
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J. -- Firemen introduce broom-hockey! -- Smoke-eaters star in latest ice sport.
(57)
FAMOUS CATARACT DONS WINTRY CLOAK AFTER RECENT STORM
(53)
NIAGARA FALLS, N. Y. -- Throngs gather at frozen edges of great natural wonder to gaze on its crystal beauties and to toboggan down steep ice-clad slopes which, in other times, are roaring sheets of downpouring water. Scene this year one of the most beautiful ever known.
MARIONETTES APPEAR IN HOLIDAY PLAY OF ALICE IN WONDERLAND
(100)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Annual frolic for children and grown-ups includes captivating performance by puppets so life-like that their unreality, as behind-scenes manipulation is revealed, spices what has come to be a fixture in seasonal novelties.
LONDOS RETAINS MAT TITLE IN THRILLING BOUT WITH HOLUBAN
(89)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Newest sensation of wrestling world, using airplane or pinwheel whirl to throw his 240-pound opponent to floor of ring, finally leaps on fallen challenger, obtains half nelson and wins about in 20 min., 47 sec., while $50,000, crowd which jams Madison Square Garden bursts into frenzy. Half of proceeds go to aid of unemployed.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-12-28, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Theater buildings, Heads of state, Trade and Commerce, Family and Culture, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 1, December 28, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 10 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and invasions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 1 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 10 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and invasions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER (illegible text)
FRIGHTENED NATIVES FLEE IN PANIC BEFORE JAPANESE ADVANCE
(173)
TIENTSIN, China -- Military occupation of this salient point in Japan's offensive against China is marked in the frantic community by scenes of disorder as invading soldiers compel refu...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Department of the Treasury, Fidel Castro, and invasions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER (illegible text)
FRIGHTENED NATIVES FLEE IN PANIC BEFORE JAPANESE ADVANCE
(173)
TIENTSIN, China -- Military occupation of this salient point in Japan's offensive against China is marked in the frantic community by scenes of disorder as invading soldiers compel refugees to submit to search and seizure within the Japanese concession. Ignorant natives jam all roads leaving the city in an effort to escape the invading troops but watchful sentries break up the mobs and search everyone for arms. Meanwhile remnants of the Chinese army mobilize nearby to defend the nation against an offensive on the Mukden-Pieping railroad which links this section with Manchuria, the scene of the greatest fighting.
PRES. RUBIO SPONSORS GIFT DISTRIBUTION TO CAPITAL'S ORPHANS
(76)
MEXICO CITY, Mexico -- With Mrs. Rubio supervising the work, the Protection Association contributes hundreds of toys and "dolces" to the poor children of the city. Impoverished Aztec youngsters gather in an impressive array and salute the Chief Executive of the nation with a colorful entertainment and pageant as he lays aside his official duties to aid in the relief of the community's poor.
LEGAL HORSE RACING DRAWS THOUSANDS TO NEW "TROPICAL PARK"
(97)
CORAL GABLES, Fla. -- Seven weeks after laws permitting meetings within the state are passed over the governor's veto, this new course is constructed in record time and opened to the public. Under the protection of the law, gamblers flock to the track and reap a harvest at the Pari-Mutuel machines, installed as an added attraction in the betting rings. A thrilling 6-furlong canter opens the first meeting, and Brown Supinet with Jockey Stout up romps home to the initial victory on the course in a stirring claiming race.
HIGHLIGHTS IN 1931'S NEWS
(431)
The parade of events during the past year dealt disastrous blows throughout the world. The major catastrophe of the period was the floods at Hankow, China where upwards of 500,000 persons died in one of the most terrible tragedies that ever visited the Orient.
The most terrifying earthquake disaster the Western Hemisphere has known nearly wiped Managua, Nicaragua, off the face of the globe.
The Bourbon dynasty, successors to the throne of Spain, fell before revolutionary forces, and a monarchical government that had endured since 3,000 B.C. retired from existence as Alfonso XIII abdicated and the nation became a Republic.
Aviation history continued to be made in 1931, with Harold Gatty and Wiley Post setting their plane Betty Mae down on Long Island after circling the globe in a little over 8 days.
Daredevil flying contributed the greatest thrill in the thrilling history of the newsreel screen, with the crash of Lowell Bayles. Screaming through the air at 300 miles an hour, Bayles' plane, twisting and turning, plunged to earth and catapulted the intrepid pilot to his death.
This symposium of the great events of the year would be incomplete without 1931's best laughs -- and a couple of 'em are included that have shaken rafters throughout the civilized world -- and uncivilized, too.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-12-28, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Fidel Castro, 1926-2016
Topic / Theme
Invasions, Cuban people, Heads of state, Second Sino-Japanese War, 1937-1945, War and Violence, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Cubans, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 2, January 4, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 10 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Herbert Hoover and New Year's Day.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 10 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Herbert Hoover and New Year's Day.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, JANUARY 4, 1930 NUMBER 2
"SCOT'S GREY" VICTOR AS $2,000,000 TRACK OPENS
(96)
AGUA CALIENTE, MEXICO
Thousands of American race-goers see exciting events in magnificent setting
6,300 CALL TO WISH HOOVER HAPPY NEW YEAR
(64)
WASHINGTON, D. C.
"Mr. and Mrs. Public" break all records in attenda...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about Herbert Hoover and New Year's Day.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II SATURDAY, JANUARY 4, 1930 NUMBER 2
"SCOT'S GREY" VICTOR AS $2,000,000 TRACK OPENS
(96)
AGUA CALIENTE, MEXICO
Thousands of American race-goers see exciting events in magnificent setting
6,300 CALL TO WISH HOOVER HAPPY NEW YEAR
(64)
WASHINGTON, D. C.
"Mr. and Mrs. Public" break all records in attendance at annual reception
FREIGHT WRECK SPILLS 25 CARS FOR HALF A MILE
(52)
DUNELLEN, N. J.
Three hurt and whole railroad tied up for hours when engine leaps track
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
(33)
PARIS, FRANCE
President Doumergue gives poor children big annual party in Palace
GEN. SMUTZ HERE
(48)
NEW YORK CITY
Boer War hero to attend celebration of 10th anniversary of League of Nations
1. On the same ship is Primo Carnera, Man Mountain, who wants to meet Sharkey
WORLD'S BIGGEST DOG
(40)
LIMA, OHIO
Irish wolfhound, 13 months old, weighs 175 lbs., and is 7 feet tall
FUN AND FANTASY RULE AS 10,000 MUMMERS FROLIC
(136)
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
500,000 see clowns in annual competition for $30,000 in prizes
YALE CRUSHES MICHIGAN IN FAST HOCKEY MATCH
(134)
LAKE PLACID CLUB, N. Y.
Spectacular plays feature fierce battle on open air rink
1. "Auto-joring" is new winter sport for 1930
SKATING STARS RACE
(90)
NEWBURGH, N.Y.
Irving Jaffee, 1928 Olympic winner, captures Middle Atlantic mile contest
1. Lillian Corke is first in 440-yard dash for girls
FREAK FOWLS FEATURE OF BIG POULTRY SHOW
(82)
BOSTON, MASS.
Odd-looking birds from many lands rub feathers with blue-ribbon winners
RIDERS THRILL KING WITH BREAKNECK FEATS
(89)
ROME, ITALY
Cavalry daredevils do incredibly amazing stunts before Victor Emanuel
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-01-04, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Herbert Hoover, 1874-1964
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, New Year's Day, 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 2, January 1, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 9 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
PRESIDENT WELCOMES OFFICIALS AND PUBLIC IN ANNUAL CEREMONY
(94)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Nation's Chief, with Mrs. Hoover at his side, extends greetings to justices of Supreme Court, Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet members and diplomats, also shakes hands with citizens fr...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, the Democratic Party, and Herbert Hoover.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 2
PRESIDENT WELCOMES OFFICIALS AND PUBLIC IN ANNUAL CEREMONY
(94)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Nation's Chief, with Mrs. Hoover at his side, extends greetings to justices of Supreme Court, Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet members and diplomats, also shakes hands with citizens from all over country who come to wish him luck.
LAST GIRDER PLACED TO JOIN ENDS OF HUGE HUDSON RIVER BRIDGE
(81)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Steel strand, raised 250 feet from barge below, links Manhattan and Fort Lee, New Jersey; span, which is 4,760 feet from anchor to anchor and 11,000 feet over all, is being rushed to completion for traffic in 1932, at cost of $68,000,000. Towers are 550 feet high.
VALUABLE RECORDS LOST AS $1,000,000. FIRE DESTROYS CAPITOL
(64)
BISMARCK, N. D. -- Mysterious explosion in daylight fills State House with flame, result being that virtually every department of government is swept clean of vital documents which cost millions of dollars to gather and confusion ensues. Secretary of State rescues original Constitution, but is badly injured doing so.
NEW PARAGRAPHS
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- Aquatic stars gain form by sand-diving! -- Prepare for Olympic Meet in dry-land pool.
(67)
-- While, close by, Rosie, the world's only golf-playing elephant, does 482 on a par 72 course.
(47)
POTTS WINS 880-YARD MIDDLE ATLANTIC ICE SKATING CROWN
(75)
NEWBURGH, N. Y. -- Fleet Brooklynite, matching speed and stamina against some of the fastest racing champions in the country, covers the half-mile distance in the remarkable time of 1 min., 19 4-5 sec. Great crowd sees terrific pace bring several contestants spilling on course.
GROTESQUES AND ART FEATURE MUMMERS NEW YEAR FESTIVAL
(87)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- Strutting before throng of million, including 100,000 visitors from other sections, 10,000 marchers in odd and fancy costumes vie for $30,000. in prizes. Frolic this season one of most picturesque in history of great masquerade event.
FAMOUS SCREEN STAR HITS DEPRESSION AND CALAMITY HOWLERS
(213)
UNIVERSAL CITY, Cal. -- John Boles, blasting with both barre's at the crepe hangers and pessimists generally, sounds a new note with his slogan of "Spend and Save" by buying now at advantageous prices which rule in virtually every line of merchandise.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-01, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Herbert Hoover, 1874-1964
Topic / Theme
Democrats (U.S. political party), Presidents, 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 2, December 30, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Gandhi, and the Democratic Party.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 2 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Gandhi, and the Democratic Party.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 2
WINNER WRECKED AT FINISH OF THRILLING MOTORBIKE CLASSIC
(77)
CULVER CITY, Cal. -- Driving his machine at a terrific speed around the 1/5-mile track, Ray Grant crosses the last marker at such a tremendous pace that his wheel rides out from under him. Catapulted from his seat,...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Gandhi, and the Democratic Party.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 2
WINNER WRECKED AT FINISH OF THRILLING MOTORBIKE CLASSIC
(77)
CULVER CITY, Cal. -- Driving his machine at a terrific speed around the 1/5-mile track, Ray Grant crosses the last marker at such a tremendous pace that his wheel rides out from under him. Catapulted from his seat, Grant lands in an unconscious heap as the judges award him first money for his daredevil riding. The inaugural program of 12 races is featured by frequent spills, with crack pilots risking their lives to earn the coveted prizes.
DEVOUT NATIVES PRAY AT SACRED RIVER FOR GANDHI'S SAFE RETURN
(77)
ALLAHABAD, India -- Hundreds of his Hindu followers implore the "Mother Ganges" to afford protection to the little Mahatma on his trip home from the conferences at the "Round Table" sessions at London with the British powers. The natives prostrate themselves as they approach the banks of the "holy waters," in a picturesque ritual, exhorting the gods to bring the great leader home without harm.
BICENTENNIAL BOARD O.K.'S TABLEAUX FOR WASHINGTON FIESTA
(7illegible text)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- In preparation for the celebration to mark the 200th anniversary of the First President's birthday, Messmore & Damon Studios show plastic works of art, picturing great events in the life of the Father of his country. His marriage to Martha Custis; the young surveyor; the Winter at Valley Forge; crossing the Delaware; and the Surrender of Cornwallis, are among the dramatized scenes. The works are being rushed to completion for the opening of the nationwide observance of the event, February 22, 1932, to be held under the direction of the Federal Government.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, Ill. -- "Death Ray" invented by German scientist! -- Navy to test new device designed to end war.
(68)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Government builds gigantic housefly model! -- Monster insect portrays menace of common pest -- swat 'em.
(55)
ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- Norse scrubwoman on 2,150-mile rowing trip down Mississippi! -- Hope of curing stiff back inspires daring adventure.
(79)
BEACH "MINERS" MAKE GOLD-STRIKE SEEKING VACATIONISTS' LOSSES
(73)
REVERE, Mass. -- Equipped with sieves, diligent searchers "pan" the sands of this resort and earn a winter of comfort through their rich harvest. Jewelry, money, and even an occasional bottle of illicit refreshment turn up along the stretch of beach where sun-scorched people sought refuge in their flight from the summer's heat. Carelessness with their valuables has proven a boon to the Yankee Klondikers.
RIDERS RISK NECKS AS KING LAUDS DARING IN CRACK CAVALRY MEET
(87)
ROME, Italy -- Spectacular military formations are performed in a thrilling demonstration staged by the ace subalterns at the Tor di Quinto academy. Victor Emmanuel and high army officers, review the students in their breathtaking stunts. With complete disregard of safety, the youthful soldiers go through reckless maneuvers to prove their stirring equestrian ability.
CHINESE RETREAT AS NIPPON TROOPS PRESS ON TO CHINCHOW LINE
(138)
CHANGCHIATUN, Manchuria -- Loosely organized "irregulars" meet a thrust of the powerful Japanese columns, seeking to occupy this town, a strategic position along the branch line of the Mukden-Peiping railroad. Zero weather and formidable well-trained Japanese forces conspire to force the grimly determined native soldiers to relinquish their tenancy of the position. Strengthened by re-enforcements, the invading troops push on toward their objective after a short skirmish in which the local defenders are forced to evacuate the town, in one of the critical high spots of the conflict.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-12-30, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Mahatma Gandhi, 1869-1948
Topic / Theme
Diplomatic missions, Prayer and meditation, Social activism and activists, Presidents, Legislatures, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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