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Universal Newsreels, Release 161, July 10, 1933
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about pilots and international travel.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about pilots and international travel.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 161
Balbo Fleet Enroute To U. S.
LONDONDERRY, IRE. -- Striking scenes at Lough Foyle where the twenty-four flying boats commanded by the Italian Air Minister present an impressive sight arriving from Amsterdam on their way to the Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago.
Cloudburst Takes Many Li...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about pilots and international travel.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 161
Balbo Fleet Enroute To U. S.
LONDONDERRY, IRE. -- Striking scenes at Lough Foyle where the twenty-four flying boats commanded by the Italian Air Minister present an impressive sight arriving from Amsterdam on their way to the Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago.
Cloudburst Takes Many Lives
MORRISON, COL. -- Appalling scenes in the Rocky Mountains where a score of persons are dead or missing and property damage is estimated at more than a million dollars following a sudden storm of great violence that turned Bear Creek Canyon into a raging torrent.
KORO, JAPAN. -- Amazing views of the havoc caused by a cyclone that killed nineteen, injured a hundred and wrecked homes and business structures over a wide area.
Tanker Destroyed By Fire
HUNTERS POINT, CAL. -- Spectacular views of the "Santa Paula," last of the wooden vessels used to transport fuel on the high seas, as she is set ablaze and burned on the beach of San Francisco Bay after her oil saturated hulk had been condemned as a menace to shipping.
Tyrolese Pledge Aid To State
INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA. -- Impressive views of a gigantic demonstration in which 28,000 riflemen all parts of Tyrol, dressed in picturesque uniforms, pass in review before Chancellor Dollfuss and other high officials and promise unswerving allegiance to the present government.
Washington Crew Wins Title
LONG BEACH, CAL. -- Thrilling scenes in the Marine Stadium and exclusive air views from a Goodyear Blimp of the National Intercollegiate Regatta in which the Pacific Coast Champions cross the line a scant six feet ahead of Yale's shell, setting the fast time of 6 minutes and 38.8 seconds for the 2000 meter course.
Lindberghs Off On Ocean Hop
NORTH BEACH AIRPORT, N. Y. -- Taking off from the waters of Bowery Bay the Flying Colonel and his wife are seen in unusual pictures on the start of their flight to Greenland to survey a route across the North Atlantic for the Pan American Airways.
FREEPORT, ILL. -- A remarkable screen interview with Mrs. Caroline Mattern as she receives the report that her son Jimmie is safe and well after being forced down in Siberia on his trip around the world.
Ruth's Homer Decides Contest
CHICAGO, ILL. -- The "King of Swat," showing how he earned the right to the crown, is seen smashing a terrific 4-sack drive in the "Game of the Century," a special all-star battle between the American and National League players.
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Date Written / Recorded
1933
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1933-07-10, 1933
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplane pilots, International travel, 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 161, July 15, 1948
in Universal Newsreels, Release 161 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1948, originally published 1948), 17 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about Harry Truman calling Congress into session.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about Harry Truman calling Congress into session.
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TRUMAN NOMINATED PRESIDENT CALLS FOR SPECIAL SESSION IN ACCEPTANCE SPEECH AT PHILADELPHIA
PHILADELPHIA--In a dramatic Democratic convention marked by open r...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about Harry Truman calling Congress into session.
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TRUMAN NOMINATED PRESIDENT CALLS FOR SPECIAL SESSION IN ACCEPTANCE SPEECH AT PHILADELPHIA
PHILADELPHIA--In a dramatic Democratic convention marked by open revolt of some Southern states and by noisy demonstrations for insurgent candidates, Pres. Truman receive a majority of the votes on the first ballot for re-nomination. Senator Barkley is picked as Mr. Truman's running-mate. In his acceptance speech, in which he calls for party harmony, the President issues a call for a special session of Congress to deal with "must" legislation.
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RACING THRILLS!
CYCLE CLASSIC IN HOLLAND
ASSEN, HOLLAND--Over 100,000 spectators come by auto, motorcycle, train, bike and bus to witness the International speed races. One motorbike driver has a close brush with death when he skids on the wet pavement.
CRASHES MARK "MIDGET" DEBUT
LOS ANGELES--The opening of the Coliseum's new board track provides the fans with plenty of excitement and palpitations. A crash involving three cars spotlights the thrill department, as the midgets skid dangerously around the turns.
VOL. 21--No. 161
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Date Written / Recorded
1948
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1948-07-15, 1948
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Samuel T. Rayburn, 1882-1961, Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Samuel T. Rayburn, 1882-1961, Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 162, July 12, 1933
in Universal Newsreels, Release 162 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1933, originally published 1933), 9 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about pilots and international travel.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about pilots and international travel.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 162
French Beat British At Tennis
WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND. -- With Queen Mary, King Alfonso of Spain and other distinguished spectators in the stands Jean Borotra and Jacques Brugnon, doubles champions, are seen in remarkable pictures defeating the English Team of P.D.B. Spence and C.R.D. Tuckey in a t...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about pilots and international travel.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 162
French Beat British At Tennis
WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND. -- With Queen Mary, King Alfonso of Spain and other distinguished spectators in the stands Jean Borotra and Jacques Brugnon, doubles champions, are seen in remarkable pictures defeating the English Team of P.D.B. Spence and C.R.D. Tuckey in a thrilling match.
Dig Up "Buried Alive" Champion
IRVINGTON, N. J. -- Exclusive pictures of Jack Snow, who remained in a casket eight feet under ground for forty-three days and six hours, being taken from his "grave" at the conclusion of his amazing demonstration of supine endurance.
Fast Freight Leaves The Rails
GENEVA, ILL. -- Amazing scenes on the right-of-way of the Chicago and Northwestern Railway where twenty-four box cars were demolished when they jumped the track while moving at high speed, strewing tons of food by the wayside.
Scientists Revive Frozen Fish
LOS ANGELES, CAL. -- Exclusive pictures of an astonishing experiment during which experts, immersing goldfish in liquid oxygen freeze them to 230 degrees below zero and then bring them back to life again.
Expert Cyclists Vie For Title
VESINET, FRANCE. -- Unusual scenes as eighty "bike" riders start the classic "Tour de France" race during which they visit a number of cities in a competition for the European bicycle championship.
Ancient Bones Found In Lake
SILVER SPRINGS, FLA. -- Extraordinary scenes below the water's surface as divers bring up the skeleton of a mastodon, judged by scientists to have lived 100,000 years ago, from the bed of a lake.
Society Girls Seek Beauty Prize
RYE BEACH, N. Y. -- Striking views of an unusual contest at the Westchester Country Club Beach where young members of the "four hundred," in swanky bathing suits, parade before judges for the honor of being chosen "Queen of the Waves."
Indians Attend Great Pow-Wow
FLAGSTAFF, ARIZ.--Exclusive pictures of the biggest assembly of Navajos, Apaches and Hopi tribes in the history of the Southwest, with redskins and their squaws competing for athletic laurels amid colorful scenes.
Dog Laundry Opened At Resort
VENICE, CAL. -- Novel pictures of a canine-scrubbing contest, conducted by a score of the famous watering place's prettiest nymphs, who rinse their pets in the surf and hang them up to dry.
Balbo Nears American Goal
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Graphic and exclusive views of the Century of Progress Exposition as thrilled throngs listen to direct wireless reports from the Italian Air Fleet of its progress in the history-making flight from Italy to the United States.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1933
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1933-07-12, 1933
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplane pilots, International travel, 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 162, July 19, 1948
in Universal Newsreels, Release 162 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1948, originally published 1948), 8 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Southern states revolt against President Truman, and John J. Pershing's burial at Arlington Cemetery.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Southern states revolt against President Truman, and John J. Pershing's burial at Arlington Cemetery.
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HERO'S BURIAL FOR GEN. PERSHING
WASHINGTON--Gen. John J. Pershing, commander of the AEF in Wor...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Southern states revolt against President Truman, and John J. Pershing's burial at Arlington Cemetery.
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HERO'S BURIAL FOR GEN. PERSHING
WASHINGTON--Gen. John J. Pershing, commander of the AEF in World War I, is given a hero's burial at Arlington National Cemetery. The nation mourns the great war-time leader, whose passing at 87 ended a great career. The impressive funeral procession is witnessed by thousands on route from the Capitol.
ANTI-TRUMAN TICKET NAMED
BIRMINGHAM -- Revolting against the civil rights plank of the Truman-Barkley ticket, angry Dixie Democrats hold own convention. Gov. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina and Gov. Fielding Wright of Mississippi will head the State's Right party ticket.
MEDIATOR RETURNS TO ZION
NEW YORK--A new truce in Palestine accomplished, U. N. Mediator Count Bernadotte leaves by plane for Rhodes, where he will attempt a final settlement of the Arab-Jewish war. Security Council threat of sanctions speeded new truce.
WORLD'S LARGEST BLAST
BRISTOL, VA.--The world's largest commercial blast, of more than 420 tons of explosives, sends a gigantic cascade of rock crashing into the valley near South Holston Dam. You'll be thrilled as huge blast lifts entire top of mountain!
THE WORLD OF SPORTS
"DUMMY" SCORES TOUCHDOWN
VENTURA, CALIF.--Helping the L. A. "Dons" get in shape for the grid season is an amazing mechanical gadget which provides the squad with a moving tackling dummy and helps them sweat off those extra pounds.
SPECTACULAR AIR SHOW
CHATANOOGA--The sky's the limit at the All-Dixie Air Show, a swift-moving pageant of aerial stunts and death-defying action over the field. Seventy thousand spectators get their chill's worth watching the spectacular air carnival.
VOL. 21--No. 162
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Date Written / Recorded
1948
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1948-07-19, 1948
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Strom Thurmond, 1902-2003, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Strom Thurmond, 1902-2003
Topic / Theme
Political schisms, States' rights, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 163, July 17, 1933
in Universal Newsreels, Release 163 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1933, originally published 1933), 8 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military ceremonies and military recruitment.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military ceremonies and military recruitment.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 163
HUGE THRONGS WELCOME BALBO
(Editor's Note: These remarkable pictures, including scenes taken from Universal Newsreel airplanes, represent the result of the greatest concentration of cameras and sound apparatus ever assembled by any newsreel.)
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Unprecedented scenes...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military ceremonies and military recruitment.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 163
HUGE THRONGS WELCOME BALBO
(Editor's Note: These remarkable pictures, including scenes taken from Universal Newsreel airplanes, represent the result of the greatest concentration of cameras and sound apparatus ever assembled by any newsreel.)
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Unprecedented scenes at "A Century of Progress Exposition," where a million people, jamming the shore front of Lake Michigan, hail the Italian Air Minister and the intrepid crews of his twenty-four seaplanes upon the completion of their epochal mass flight from Orbetello, Italy. General Balbo is seen and heard in an exclusive screen interview, made at Universal Newsreel's sound studios, shortly after his arrival at the World's Fair.
Ocean Fliers Killed In Crash
BROOKLYN, N. Y. -- Unusual close-up views of Captain Stephen Darius and Stanley Girenas taking-off on their attempted non-stop flight to Lithuania, which ended disastrously at Kuhdamm, Germany, when their plane fell and they were fatally injured.
Auto Owners Start New Fad
CHELTENHAM, ENGLAND. -- Remarkable scenes on Great Britain's highways as motorists, succumbing to the call of the outdoors, hitch bungalow-trailers to their cars and rove over the country-side, camping in secluded spots at the end of each day's journey.
THE FASTEST MILE EVER RUN
(Editor's Note: Universal Newsreel presents exclusive pictures of John E. Lovelock, New Zealand distance runner, in his astounding performance establishing a new world's record.)
PRINCETON, N. J. -- In an amazing sprint-finish, Lovelock, of the Oxford-Cambridge squad comes through for a nerve-tingling triumph over William R. Bonthron, of the Princeton-Cornell Team in the International Games at Palmer Stadium, lowering the official time from 4:09.2 to 4:07.6 seconds.
Bigger Army Threat To Nazis
VIENNA, AUSTRIA. -- Massing in a spectacular demonstration of military strength, the Federal Army is enlarged by thousands of recruits, who are seen in unusual pictures, taking the oath of allegiance to the present government in a preparedness move to quell growing disturbances on the part of the Austrian-Hitlerites.
Post On Round The World Hop
FLOYD BENNETT FIELD, N. Y. -- Impressive views of the start of the American Ace's record-breaking flight, as the veteran pilot takes off in his famous monoplane the "Winnie Mae," on the epochal globe-circling trip, with Berlin, Koenigsberg, Moscow and Novosibirsk as the far-flung stopping points on his route back to New York.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1933
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1933-07-17, 1933
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Military ceremonies, Military recruitment, Adolf Hitler, Assumes Dictatorship of Germany, March 23, 1933, War and Violence, 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 163, July 22, 1948
in Universal Newsreels, Release 163 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1948, originally published 1948), 12 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Russian blockade of Berlin, General Lewis Hershey giving instructions on the draft, and the celebration of Bastille Day in France.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 163 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1948, originally published 1948), 12 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Russian blockade of Berlin, General Lewis Hershey giving instructions on the draft, and the celebration of Bastille Day in France.
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THE WORLD CRISIS
BERLIN -- While the Western Allies increase thei...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Russian blockade of Berlin, General Lewis Hershey giving instructions on the draft, and the celebration of Bastille Day in France.
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THE WORLD CRISIS
BERLIN -- While the Western Allies increase their aerial shuttle into Berlin, Russia's refusal to negotiate leaves issue in doubt. The threat of a show-down brings the world close to war.
B-29's ARRIVE IN ENGLAND
EAST ANGLIA--Landing on fields used by our 8th Air Force during the war, sixty Superforts arrive on training mission. Berlin crisis lends significance to huge bombers' arrival.
GEN. CLAY HERE FROM BERLIN
WASHINGTON--Gen. Lucius Clay, commander of U.S. forces in Germany, arrives by plane for top-level conferences on the "cold war" crisis with official Washington. Secretary Royall and Gen. Bradley meet him at airport.
TOP U.S. COMMUNISTS SEIZED
NEW YORK -- Moving swiftly in a surprise round-up, government agents arrest the top-ranking communists in this country. William Foster, Ben Davis and other accused foes of U.S. democracy are arrested under provisions of Smith bill.
FRENCH MARK BASTILLE DAY
PARIS--A stirring display of France's armed might is unveiled along the Champs Elysee in celebrating Bastille Day. Ranks of soldiers, sailors and airmen pass in review before Pres. Auriol and Premier Schuman.
HERSHEY EXPLAINS NEW DRAFT
WASHINGTON--Gen. Lewis B. Hershey, wartime head of Selective Service, has been appointed to head up this country's new draft. He explains the new set-up in a newsreel interview, and stresses that all men between 18 and 25 must register.
TURKS GET U.S. SUBMARINES
IZMIR, TURKEY--Turkey takes formal title to four undersea craft, veterans of Pacific fighting, turned over by the United States. Turkish and U.S. officials take part in impressive ceremony, following arrival of craft from U.S.
FARMER BROWN'S "MAGIC CELL"
MIDDLEBORO, MASS.--Farmer John Brown, who received publicity galore because of his "master cell" which allegedly increases the size of his crops, demonstrates the novel cement blocks which started all the fuss.
NEW ARRIVALS AT THE ZOO
NEW YORK--Among the latest arrivals at the Bronx Zoo are three scrappy Tiger kittens, and other rare offspring of zoo inmates. The visiting children are thrilled with the triplets and with other gangling zoo tots.
VOL. 21--No. 163
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Date Written / Recorded
1948
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1948-07-22, 1948
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Blockades, Military aid, Berlin Blockade, Berlin, Germany, 1948-1949, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 164, July 19, 1933
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military drills and Benito Mussolini.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military drills and Benito Mussolini.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V Number 164
Helen Wills Retains Title
WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND. -- Striking scenes at the famous tennis courts as the King and Queen and a host of other distinguished spectators watch the American star defeat Miss Dorothy Round, British finalist, 6-4, 6-8, 6-3, in a grueling match in which the English girl...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about military drills and Benito Mussolini.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V Number 164
Helen Wills Retains Title
WIMBLEDON, ENGLAND. -- Striking scenes at the famous tennis courts as the King and Queen and a host of other distinguished spectators watch the American star defeat Miss Dorothy Round, British finalist, 6-4, 6-8, 6-3, in a grueling match in which the English girl took the first set Mrs. Moody lost in seven years.
Experts Study Rare Plants
TUCSON, ARIZ. -- Exclusive pictures of century-old cacti of unusual botanical value from which scientists hope to learn nature's secret of keeping vegetation alive in drought-stricken sandy wastes.
Girl Crew Shows Varsity Form
LONG BEACH, CAL. -- Exclusive pictures of the first work-out in a regulation shell of a newly formed racing eight, one of the few of its kind in the world, as it cuts through the waters of the Marine Stadium at a fast clip with its young oarswomen manning the sweeps in the best approved style.
Duce Sees Naval War Games
ROME, ITALY. -- After participating in impressive maneuvers in the Mediterranean Sea, Premier Mussolini rushes back to the Eternal City to witness a remarkable exhibition drill by the noted Carabinieri which is held to celebrate the formation of their famous mounted corps many years ago.
Woman Acrobat Defies Death
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J. -- Hanging by her teeth from a rope on a blimp 1500 feet in the air, "Tiny" Kline is seen in breath-taking pictures performing daring gymnastic feats.
"Ace" Pilots In Glider Contest
ELMIRA, N. Y. -- Remarkable views of famous flyers performing breath-taking and record-breaking loops in motorless planes and close-ups of Richard C. and Felix A. Du Pont, millionaire sportsmen, taking-off on a hop which ended in a crash from which they escaped uninjured.
House Defaced To Spite City
GLEN RIDGE, N. J. -- Unusual pictures of a weirdly decorated $30,000 house owned by Mrs. Irene Warrem, who has deliberately painted grotesque pictures and signs over its exterior as a protest against a zoning law which prevents her from operating a gasoline filling station on the premises.
Blaze Menaces Stock-Yards
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Spectacular scenes as a four alarm fire rages through the three-story warehouse of the Anglo-American Provision Company for four hours before it is brought under control by firemen who work knee deep in water and are constantly imperiled by falling walls.
Gotham's Millions Greet Balbo
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Impressive views above Manhattan's skyscrapers and hectic scenes at Floyd Bennett Field as the great Italian Armada of twenty-four flying boats, led by the intrepid Fascist Air Minister, is royally welcomed by vast throngs upon its arrival from Chicago.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1933
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1933-07-19, 1933
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Benito Mussolini, 1883-1945
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Military drills, 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 164, July 26, 1948
in Universal Newsreels, Release 164 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1948, originally published 1948), 5 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Berlin blockade.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Berlin blockade.
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CLAY SEES NO WAR OVER BERLIN
WASHINGTON--An optimistic note on the Berlin crisis is sounded by Gen. Lucius Clay, American occupation commander in Germany. Here to discuss strategy...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the Berlin blockade.
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CLAY SEES NO WAR OVER BERLIN
WASHINGTON--An optimistic note on the Berlin crisis is sounded by Gen. Lucius Clay, American occupation commander in Germany. Here to discuss strategy with official Washington, Clay sees no war over the Berlin blockade. He flies back to Berlin, to supervise speed-up of the Allied air shuttle.
PROGRESSIVES NAME WALLACE
PHILADELPHIA -- The city's third political convention in a month brings out the crowds, the demonstrations and the hoopla. This time, the Progressives go through the motions of nominating their leader, Henry Wallace, and also override attempts of minority group to castigate Red foreign policy.
180-PASS. PLANE SPANS U.S.
PATUXENT RIVER, MD.--A new aerial giant, the 180-passenger Lockheed Constitution, lands here after spanning continent from Moffet Field, Calif., in ten hours plus. The 92-ton craft will undergo exhaustive tests by the Navy.
REFUGEES FLEE REDS BY SEA
BOSTON--Twenty-nine Latvian refugees, who fled from the Reds to escape persecution, arrive aboard a small ketch, after a harrowing crossing of the Atlantic. Customs and medical authorities delay their landing on American soil.
POPE SEES WAR WOUNDED KIDDIES
VATICAN CITY--Pope Pius XII receives pitiful sufferers of the war. Mutilated children, bearing the scars of war, are special guests of the Pontiff, who blesses them and presents them with medals.
STARS GREET CONTEST WINNER
LOS ANGELES--Bud Abbott and Lou Costello greet Mrs. Bessie Lawrence of Iowa, who arrives with her husband to personally collect auto, trailer and other prizes. She wrote winning essay on juvenile delinquency.
COLORFUL AQUATENNIAL PARADE
MINNEAPOLIS--Spectacular floats, pretty girls, and countless thousands of onlookers give Minneapolis a holiday atmosphere for its annual Aquatennial festival. (Minneapolis only)
"SHOOTING STARS" ZOOM!
WASHINGTON--Roaring down low over Andrews Field, Lockheed "Shooting Stars" put on a breath-taking display of aerial power. The noise is deafening as the sleek jets pass over the field, singly and in formation. A new two-seater version takes off with a rocket boost!
VOL. 21--No. 164
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Date Written / Recorded
1948
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1948-07-26, 1948
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Lucius Dubignon Clay, 1897-1978, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Lucius Dubignon Clay, 1897-1978
Topic / Theme
Blockades, Berlin Blockade, Berlin, Germany, 1948-1949, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 165, July 24, 1933
in Universal Newsreels, Release 165 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1933, originally published 1933), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about aircraft accidents, wounds and injuries and parades.
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about aircraft accidents, wounds and injuries and parades.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 165
Roosevelt Urges Fair Wages
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- In a dramatic appeal for support of the Federal Government's recovery plans by workers and employers of the nation, the President is seen and heard explaining the National Industrial Relief Administration's "drive" for the allevi...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about aircraft accidents, wounds and injuries and parades.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME V NUMBER 165
Roosevelt Urges Fair Wages
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- In a dramatic appeal for support of the Federal Government's recovery plans by workers and employers of the nation, the President is seen and heard explaining the National Industrial Relief Administration's "drive" for the alleviation of unemployment distress and the betterment of working conditions.
Millions Wildly Greet Balbo
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Riding through the canyon of Lower Broadway, on the way to an official reception at City Hall, the famous Italian Air Minister and the crews of his twenty-four flying boats, receive an astonishing welcome from city dwellers, who shower ticker tape upon their heads as part of the traditional ceremonies accorded by Gotham to world heroes.
President's Son Remarries
BURLINGTON, IA. -- Unusual views at the home of George Swiler as Elliot Roosevelt and Ruth Josephine Googins of Fort Worth, Texas, are wed under a bower of roses.
LAKE TAHOE, CAL. -- Intimate close-ups of Jack Dempsey, former heavyweight champion of the world, and his bride, Hannah Williams, in domestic scenes as they prepare their favorite dishes following the ceremony that made them man and wife.
Mollisons Crash Near Goal
BRIDGEPORT, CONN. -- Striking pictures of the take-off and tragic end of the airplane "Seafarer" in which the intrepid British aviators crossed the Atlantic from Wales, only to smash up within sight of New York, their objective, and remarkable views of Amy Johnson and her husband, swathed in bandages being carried into another ship for their air trip to Floyd Bennett Field.
Mermaids Lower Swim Marks
JONES BEACH, L. I. -- Exciting scenes at Zach's Bay as the nation's leading aquatic stars vie in sterling performances in the Women's National A.A.U. Swimming and Diving Championships, breaking several world's records and thrilling thousands of spectators.
Wiley Post Ends World Hop
FLOYD BENNETT FIELD, N. Y. -- After a brief stop at Edmonton, where his ship is refueled, the intrepid pilot is seen in remarkable pictures arriving at the Municipal Airport, and ending his record breaking globe-circling solo flight in the amazing time of seven days, 18 hours and 49 minutes, while 75,000 persons break through the police lines to greet him.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1933
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1933-07-24, 1933
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Airplanes, Parades, Wounds and injuries, Aircraft accidents, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about President Truman discussing economic conditions.
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Description
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about President Truman discussing economic conditions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
TRUMAN ASKS CONGRESS TO ACT ON ANTI-INFLATION PROGRAM
WASHINGTON--Appearing before a special session of what he has termed "the worst Congress," Presid...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about President Truman discussing economic conditions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
TOPS THE FIELD
'COVERS WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
ADVANCE INFORMATION FOR NEWSPAPER PUBLICITY AND EXPLOITATION
TRUMAN ASKS CONGRESS TO ACT ON ANTI-INFLATION PROGRAM
WASHINGTON--Appearing before a special session of what he has termed "the worst Congress," President Truman makes an appeal for passage of his anti-inflation program. He says it may be too late to act on prices and housing if Congress delays.
CANADA WHALERS SET UP SHOP
BRITISH COLUMBIA--For the first time since the war, the whaling industry returns to British Columbia. From a new plant at Coal Harbor, the whalers set out for a colorful and highly successful expedition, returning with a valuable haul.
ARGENTINE FIGHTS LOCUSTS
CORDOBA--Desolation and destruction follow advancing hordes of grasshoppers in rich farm country. Primitive traps are used, but the use of chemicals and flame-throwers really tells as farmers and government authorities go to war.
"INFLATION" HITS THE ARMY
FORT BRAGG--Pneumatic weapons go to war. ROTC students see a demonstration of rubberized tanks, guns and jeeps, which, when inflated, look like real thing and draw enemy fire. When a blow-up blows up, whammo!
"NEW LOOK" AT THE BEACH
WILDWOOD, N.J.--Overweight gals anxious for that svelte "new look" work hard at calisthenics classes held on the sands at Wildwood. Off come the pounds, the hard way, and it's no laughing matter for those involved.
U.S. RIDERS IN AACHEN WIN
AACHEN, GERMANY--The 18th International Riding Tournament provides 33,000 turf fans with top-notch jumping by teams from the U.S. and another nations. Several nasty spills ensue at the obstacles, and the American team scores impressively.
CALGARY STAMPEDE A WHOPPER!
ALBERTA--The famed Calgary Stampede--"world series" of all rodeos, gets off to a flying start, with a spectacular display of rough riding. For sheer laughs, you can't beat Slim Pickens, who's an old hand at "buffalo-ing" Brahma bulls.
VOL. 21--No. 165
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Date Written / Recorded
1948
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1948-07-29, 1948
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Economic conditions, Government policy, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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