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Universal Newsreels, Release 312, July 18, 1944
in Universal Newsreels, Release 312 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 7 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and politicians.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 312 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 7 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and politicians.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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THE DEMOCRATS CONVENE
CHICAGO STADIUM, CHICAGO--With the echoes of the GOP convention barely subsided within these walls, Chairman Robert Hannegan calls the Democratic National Convent...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Franklin Roosevelt, and politicians.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
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THE DEMOCRATS CONVENE
CHICAGO STADIUM, CHICAGO--With the echoes of the GOP convention barely subsided within these walls, Chairman Robert Hannegan calls the Democratic National Convention into session.
Personalities abound including Mrs. Claude Pepper of Florida, Congress-woman Mary Norton of New Jersey, Senator Jackson of Indiana (permanent chairman), Senator Scott Lucas, the old warrior James Farley and others.
Mrs. Charles Tillett of North Carolina addresses the Convention--then the glamorous Helen Gahagan (ex-Broadway star, wife of film star Melvyn Douglas, and herself a candidate for Congress from California) gives a thrilling speech.
Finally, Oklahoma's Chief Executive, the Honorable Robert S. Kerr, delivers the keynote address, which stirs its hearers, all the way down their spines.
INDEPENDENCE DAY IN EUROPE
In France--General Eisenhower observes General Bradley fire a giant howitzer which signals our massed artillery into a massed crescendo of fire. Behind the lines, the French string "Welcome" signs all over, improvise American flags, and a choral group of French children sing "America." They love our mow-oon-tains.
In Rome--Old Glory is raised at the Piazza Venezia, near the Victor Emanuel Memorial, scene of Nazi retreats.
CANADIANS ADVANCE
After a well earned rest, following the landing battles in Normandy, the Canadians return to the thick of the fighting at Cariquet. So severe is the fighting that some of the Canadian camera crew were killed while filming these shots. In their sector, the Yanks are blazing through the hedge rows with grenade guns.
WACS SEE EGYPT
Vacationing from Italy a group of WACS live the life of Cleopatra. After tip-toeing through a Mosque, they ride some miles on some camels getting an eyeful of the Sphinx and the Pyramids. Then they drift down the river in dhows. Wotta life.
THE BLACK WIDOW
HAWTHORNE, CALIF.--Uncle Sam reveals the Black Widow, the largest and most powerful pursuit plane in the world. It has the power of a Delsel locomotive, carries tremendous armament, and like the owl, it is a night flyer.
VOL. 17--312
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Date Published / Released
1944-07-18, 1944
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Political conventions, Politicians, Presidents, Democrats (U.S. political party), 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 314, July 25, 1944
in Universal Newsreels, Release 314 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Harry Truman, and Franklin Roosevelt.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 314 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 8 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Harry Truman, and Franklin Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
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DEMOCRATS NAME F. D. R. AND TRUMAN
THE STADIUM, CHICAGO--Excitement mounts at the Democratic National Convention as Senator Alben Barkley accredits President Roosevelt with the outstandi...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the Democratic Party, Harry Truman, and Franklin Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'SCOOP'
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DEMOCRATS NAME F. D. R. AND TRUMAN
THE STADIUM, CHICAGO--Excitement mounts at the Democratic National Convention as Senator Alben Barkley accredits President Roosevelt with the outstanding virtues of many of our previous presidents, then places his name in nomination. Pandemonium breaks loose.
From a West Coast Naval Station, Mister Roosevelt accepts the nomination. His clear cut speech, citing some of the high spots in his three administrations, rings out over the huge Chicago assembly.
Nominations for the Vice-Presidency are opened. Henry Wallace, Paul McNutt and Scott Lucas jockey into position but--the hand of destiny which has been guiding U. S. Senator Harry S. Truman of Missouri, projects him into the number two spot on the Democratic ticket.
"COMING BACK" AT CAPRI
Convalescent U. S. Airmen live a luxurious life at this resort island near Naples. Ice cream, baseball, bathing and dancing capricious steps with beautiful young ladies--that's the ticket at Capri.
THE AQUATENNIAL
Minneapolis stages its beautiful annual Aquatennial as exceptional floats monopolize attention in a gigantic parade. And Rollo, weight about 450 lbs., unsuccessfully aspires to be Queen.
HARVESTING IN THE HILLS
WALLA WALLA, WASH.--20 horses pull giant combine harvester over the rolling hills of the Miller Bros. Ranch, cutting, threshing and sacking thousands of bushels of wheat.
VOL. 17--314
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Date Published / Released
1944-07-25, 1944
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Jack Costello, 1908-1983
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Topic / Theme
Political conventions, Politicians, 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 315, December 31, 1934
in Universal Newsreels, Release 315 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 9 mins
This newsreel features the Great Depression in the US and the government aid and policies that followed to get the US back in shape.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 315 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1934, originally published 1934), 9 mins
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This newsreel features the Great Depression in the US and the government aid and policies that followed to get the US back in shape.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 315
JAPAN FORMALLY DENOUNCES TREATY TO RESTRICT NAVIES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Ambassador Saito bears his country's fateful message, abrogating the 1922 naval limitation pact, to the American Secretary of State, making possible a new and costly armament race by leading...
This newsreel features the Great Depression in the US and the government aid and policies that followed to get the US back in shape.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 315
JAPAN FORMALLY DENOUNCES TREATY TO RESTRICT NAVIES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Ambassador Saito bears his country's fateful message, abrogating the 1922 naval limitation pact, to the American Secretary of State, making possible a new and costly armament race by leading world powers.
'PLANE FOUND IN WILDERNESS
GLOVERSVILLE, N. Y.--Forced down near here in a howling blizzard, but unharmed by the landing, the crew and one passenger of an air transport wait many hours while State Troopers comb the bleak mountain region.
HUSKIES LEARN ACROBATICS
BOSTON, MASS. -- Big malemutes turn somersaults, jump rope and show an amazing sense of balance in "trapeze" acts under the direction of their patient trainer.
FLOODS STRAIN CANAL DAMS
GATUN, C. Z.--Billions of gallons of water race through the spillways following torrential rains which pile up more than 700,000,000 acre-feet in Gatun and Madden Lakes.
THIRTY DIE IN RAIL WRECKS IN WHICH SCORES ARE HURT
POWELLTON, W. VA.--Sixteen miners are killed and 43 others injured when the locomotive of a train in which 300 workmen were riding explodes.--At Hamilton, Ont., wooden cars bring death to fifteen when two express trains collide.
DUCE SENDS TROOPS TO SAAR
ROME, ITALY.--Mussolini reviews crack Italian regiments in a stirring parade as the soldiers leave to police the disputed coal district during a plebiscite which will decide its nationality.
CONGRESS MAPS NEW SESSION
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Rep. Joseph W. Byrns, probable next Speaker of the House, and other leading statesmen announce their plans for important legislation to be enacted after the 74th Congress meets.
"POLAR BEARS" DEFY CHILLS
CHICAGO, ILL.--Brave swimmers of varying ages chop a hole in the icy surface of Lake Michigan for the first plunge of their regular bathing season.
COW BEARS LIVING TRIPLETS
BRISTOL, PA.--"Daisy" presents her master with three new calves, all born alive and pronounced healthy by a veterinarian, in one of the strangest cases on record.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1934
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1934-12-31, 1934
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Economic depressions, Government aid, Government policy, National government, New Deal, 1933-1938, 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 317, January 7, 1935
in Universal Newsreels, Release 317 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 10 mins
This newsreel features government policies and unemployment.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 317 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 10 mins
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This newsreel features government policies and unemployment.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 317
ROOSEVELT SEES NEW FAITH AS 74th CONGRESS CONVENES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The President reads his annual message in person before an enthusiastic joint session of the National Legislature. He states that confidence is being restored by improved economic conditions and outlines his plans for the future.
FIVE SLAIN IN CHURCH RIOT
CO...
This newsreel features government policies and unemployment.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 317
ROOSEVELT SEES NEW FAITH AS 74th CONGRESS CONVENES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The President reads his annual message in person before an enthusiastic joint session of the National Legislature. He states that confidence is being restored by improved economic conditions and outlines his plans for the future.
FIVE SLAIN IN CHURCH RIOT
COYOACAN, MEXICO.--Sorrowing relatives and friends form the funeral cortege for victims of a clash between worshippers and hot-headed members of the irregular "Red Shirts" at the door of a cathedral.
FANTASTIC PARADE REVIVED
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Gay and gorgeous costumes worth upwards of $100,000, mark the colorful Mummer's procession held after a two year lapse, caused by depressed business conditions.
REALTOR PASSES OUT MONEY
TARPON SPRINGS, FLA.--Thousands of dollars in currency of varying denominations are distributed to all comers by a real estate man who permits "second helpings" in a queer philanthropic gesture.
HAUPTMANN TRIAL PRODUCES BATTLE BETWEEN ATTORNEYS
FLEMINGTON, N. J.--Prosecutor and defense counsel cross swords in spirited combat as the man charged with the murder and kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby faces the jury. Milling crowds of curious persons jam the little town seeking admission to the court.
BROKEN MAIN FLOODS HARLEM
NEW YORK, N. Y.--City streets become raging torrents as thousands of gallons of icy water race down-hill, wrecking automobiles and marooning the residents of a densely populated district.
80,000 RECEIVE FREE STEW
VIENNA,AUSTRIA.--Long lines of poor people visit Government kitchens for daily rations of goulash, served steaming hot as part of a large scale relief program.
GENERAL PERSHING HONORED
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The war-time leader of the A.E.F. is made "honorary Commander-in-chief" for life of the Military Order of the World War, in ceremonies attended by national officers of the organization.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1935-01-07, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government policy, National government, Unemployment, New Deal, 1933-1938, Charles Lindbergh, Jr., Kidnapped and Killed, East Amwell, NJ, March 1-May 12, 1932, Political and Social Movements, 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 333, March 4, 1935
in Universal Newsreels, Release 333 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 9 mins
This newsreel features the bond market and US government policies.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 333 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 9 mins
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This newsreel features the bond market and US government policies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 333
70,000 BLACK SHIRTS LEAVE FOR TROUBLED AFRICAN POST
NAPLES, ITALY.--Marching thousands of Fascist militiamen joyously embark for service on the desert borders of Abyssinia. Exclusive pictures show the Ethiopian Emperor's army in a gala review.
F.D.R. BUYS FIRST BABY BOND
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The President launches the Gove...
This newsreel features the bond market and US government policies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 333
70,000 BLACK SHIRTS LEAVE FOR TROUBLED AFRICAN POST
NAPLES, ITALY.--Marching thousands of Fascist militiamen joyously embark for service on the desert borders of Abyssinia. Exclusive pictures show the Ethiopian Emperor's army in a gala review.
F.D.R. BUYS FIRST BABY BOND
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The President launches the Government's new "Bargain Sale" by purchasing $25 certificates of the new issue from Postmaster General Farley while Secretary of the Treasury Morgenthau looks on.
PICK SOUTHERN BEACH QUEEN
CORAL GABLES, FLA.--The fairest of the fair among 250 girls is crowned "Miss Florida, 1935" in a contest at the Miami-Biltmore Pool judged by famous personages of the stage.
SIX-DAY BIKE GRIND STARTS
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Strong-limbed cyclists forge ahead at the crack of the pistol beginning the 58th International Race. Early sprints bring nasty spills.
CAMPBELL NEARS NEW RECORD IN TRIAL OF BLUEBIRD AUTO
DAYTONA BEACH, FLA.--The great British racing-driver roars down an imperfect course at a speed of 270.5 m.p.h., only two miles short of his own world mark, nearly losing his life as a result of the terrific pace.
BEANTOWN GREETS THE BABE
BOSTON, MASS.--"The Hub" welcomes George Herman Ruth with a big banquet, attended by local and State officials, as he signs his contract with the Braves baseball club.
"TRUE VOW" CLUB CELEBRATES
SAN DIEGO, CALIF.--Scores of couples married over fifty years assist at old-time festivities in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Clark's seventieth wedding anniversary.
"SAVE" CARELESS ICE-SKATERS
BOSTON, MASS.--"Rescuers" pull foolhardy skating fans from the frozen Charles River in a startling demonstration of methods devised to prevent fatalities.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1935-03-04, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Bond market, Government policy, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1935 Universal Pictures Company Inc.
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Universal Newsreels, Release 334, March 6, 1935
in Universal Newsreels, Release 334 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 14 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government policies and labor and unions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 334 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 14 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government policies and labor and unions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 334
DEATH ENDS EMINENT CAREER OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The great jurist closes a life of high service to his countrymen, succumbing to bronchial pneumonia at the age of ninety-four.
CIVIL WAR DIVIDES GREEKS
REBELS SEIZE warships and clash with loyal troops in a revolt...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government policies and labor and unions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 334
DEATH ENDS EMINENT CAREER OF OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The great jurist closes a life of high service to his countrymen, succumbing to bronchial pneumonia at the age of ninety-four.
CIVIL WAR DIVIDES GREEKS
REBELS SEIZE warships and clash with loyal troops in a revolt against the Government. The Army is mobilized and big bombing 'planes pursue the insurgents.
RUTH REPORTS FOR NEW JOB
ST. PETERSBURG, FLA.--The bambino joins the Boston Braves at their Spring training camp as the baseballers warm up in the first of the season's workouts.
CENSORS OKAY BEACH STYLES
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.--Lacy bathing suits and daring designs for wear on the sands pass official review by the resort's police force which decides what can be worn and how much must be.
CARNERA IN STIFF WORKOUT
ORANGEBURG, N. Y.--The Man Mountain starts strenuous training for his forthcoming bout with Impelletiere, giving his sparring partners and the punching bag a tough time.
LATEST "BEEF TRUST" INSURED
CHICAGO, ILL.--Hefty chorus ladies working in a "Gay 'Nineties" revue take out policies protecting them from loss of the curves on which their jobs depend.
CARNIVAL GLEE RULES CITY IN MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION
NEW ORLEANS, LA.--Huge throngs pack brilliantly decorated streets in rioutous welcome to the chief figures of the traditional pre-Lenten festival. Fantastic floats add to the pageantry of a joyous occasion.
HUEY LONG VS. GEN. JOHNSON
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The "Kingfish" has his say in a vivid newsreel interview, replying to remarks made about him by the former chief of the NRA.
FIRST CENTURY IS HARDEST
KINGA, U.S.S.R.--Official records put an ancient farmer in the Methuselah class by giving his age as 152 years.
SOVIETS ENTER DIONNE RACE
NALCHIK, U.S.S.R.--A Russian woman gives birth to a quartette of healthy babies, making herself runner-up to the famous Canadian mother of five.
TRY OUT BIG MACHINE GUNS
CARLSBAD, CALIF.--Huge .50-calibre rapid-firers sputter, hurling a stream of hot lead into a flying target in maneuvers of a Coast Artillery detachment.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1935-03-06, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Huey Pierce Long, Jr., 1893-1935
Person Discussed
Huey Pierce Long, Jr., 1893-1935
Topic / Theme
Government policy, Labor and unions, New Deal, 1933-1938, 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 336, October 9, 1944
in Universal Newsreels, Release 336 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 5 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, the U.S. Congress, and Wendell Willkie
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 336 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1944, originally published 1944), 5 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, the U.S. Congress, and Wendell Willkie
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FOUR GREAT AMERICANS
THOMAS E. DEWEY --
At a tremendous rally in Wheeling, West Virginia the G.O.P. Presidential candidate in his best mid-campaign style accuses "his opponent" of bidding for the Comm...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about NASA, the U.S. Congress, and Wendell Willkie
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
'TOPS THE FIELD'
'COVER WORLD-WIDE EVENTS'
Helps Build a Newsreel Following for Your Theatre
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FOUR GREAT AMERICANS
THOMAS E. DEWEY --
At a tremendous rally in Wheeling, West Virginia the G.O.P. Presidential candidate in his best mid-campaign style accuses "his opponent" of bidding for the Communist vote by "pardoning Earl Browder from prison in time to organize the fourth term campaign."
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT --
The President denies that he seeks the Communist party's support in his electioneering for a fourth term. He lands Russia as a fighting Ally.
WENDELL L. WILLKIE --
After too brief a time in the international scene, this vital American crusader dies at the age of 52. Thousands of mourners file into the Fifth Ave. Presbyterian Church for a last look at this man of courage . . . Flashbacks reveal his interesting life.
ALFRED E. SMITH
160,000 mourners congregate at St. Patrick's Cathedral where the last rites are pontifically observed for this popular American from New York.
QUADS LEARN THREE R'S
GALVESTON, TEXAS--The Badgett quadruplets, now 5 1/2 years old, enter school. Typical kids, they eagerly draw crayon pictures, but dancing class--that's their dish.
CARDS WIN SERIES
ST. LOUIS, MO.--After the Brownies win the first and third games, the Cardinals cop the second, fourth, fifth and sixth games to become the World's Champions. Series features fine pitching which produced record number of strikeouts--and sparkling fielding.
VOL. 17--336
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Date Written / Recorded
1944
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1944-10-09, 1944
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Wendell Lewis Willkie, 1892-1944, Alfred Emanuel Smith, 1873-1944
Topic / Theme
Memorial services, Politicians, Republicans (U.S. political party), Political candidates, 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 339, March 25, 1935
in Universal Newsreels, Release 339 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government models and international relations.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 339 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 8 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government models and international relations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 339
HOUSE PASSES PATMAN BONUS
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Rep. Wright Patman explains his bill for payment of ex-soldiers' adjusted compensation with a paper money issue of $2,000,000,000 as the House of Representatives gives the measure an overwhelming vote of approval.
RANGERS CAPTURE ICE T...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government models and international relations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 339
HOUSE PASSES PATMAN BONUS
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Rep. Wright Patman explains his bill for payment of ex-soldiers' adjusted compensation with a paper money issue of $2,000,000,000 as the House of Representatives gives the measure an overwhelming vote of approval.
RANGERS CAPTURE ICE TILT
NEW YORK CITY.--The home team defeats the Canadiens by a narrow margin in a hockey playoff marked by thrilling play and a free-for-all battle which breaks out when the contest reaches fever heat.
STORM OF DUST DARKENS SUN
KANSAS CITY, MO.--Automobile headlights burn at noon as clouds of fine sand cast a murky haze over the city. Pedestrians are barely able to see the tops of tall office buildings.
GAR WOOD AFTER NEW RECORD (Exclusive)
MIAMI, FLA.--The noted motorboat racer arrives with Miss America X. He tunes up the speedy craft before an assault on the speed record.
MODELS SHOW PARIS STYLES
CHICAGO, ILL.--Pretty mannequins parade the beauties of the very latest in gowns from the French capital. The exhibit includes stunning provision for the June bride.
BOY BECOMES HALF-AND-HALF
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--An almost straight line divides three-year-old Wilford Price into two distinct persons, one of them a blue-eyed blonde and the other a brunet with dark skin and a brown eye as the result of a mysterious malady.
F. D. R. AIDS FILIPINO FREEDOM
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The President signs a certificate approving a proposed constitution for the Philippine Islands, thus establishing Home Rule in the territory and advancing the movement for their independence.
GREEKS FETE REBEL DEFEAT
ATHENS, GREECE.--The President of the Republic and high officials join thousands of loyal adherents at a stirring military display in celebration of their force's victory over the revolt led by former Premier Venizelos.
WATER-POLOISTS GET DUCKED
CORAL GABLES, FLA.--There's water, water everywhere as horses take their place in a noted indoor sport. The riders play with spirit despite handicaps brought into the game by churning hoofs.
ANIMALS IN MULTIPLE BIRTH
PHELPS, N. Y.--Five kids are born to a mother goat at the same time.--At Chili, N. Y., a cow gives birth to healthy but wobbly triplet calves.
AIR PATROL ESCAPES DEATH
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA.--Jammed controls plunge a 'plane into the sea during the rescue of a swimmer from man-eating sharks. Prompt work by the beach rescue squad brings the pilot and his passenger to shore without a scratch.
COIFFEUR COIFS AT SEASIDE
MIAMI BEACH, FLA.--An enterprising hair-dresser moves his shop out on the sands so his lovely clients may have their tresses dressed under blue skies at the Roney Plaza.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1935-03-25, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government models, International relations, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 349, April 29, 1935
in Universal Newsreels, Release 349 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 9 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Douglas MacArthur, and speeches.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 349 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 9 mins
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This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Douglas MacArthur, and speeches.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 349
F. D. R. SEES FEAR VANISHING
WASHINGTON D. C. The President (illegible text) addresses the nation, expressing optimism and outlining his program to expedite work relief to all sections of the country.
DUTCH SCHULTZ' TRIAL ENDS
SYRACUSE, N.Y.--A jury disagreement abruptly inter...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the AFL-CIO, Douglas MacArthur, and speeches.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 349
F. D. R. SEES FEAR VANISHING
WASHINGTON D. C. The President (illegible text) addresses the nation, expressing optimism and outlining his program to expedite work relief to all sections of the country.
DUTCH SCHULTZ' TRIAL ENDS
SYRACUSE, N.Y.--A jury disagreement abruptly interrupts Government efforts to convict the alleged "Beer Baron" of attempting to avoid payment of income taxes.
FOREST FIRES MENACE HOMES
DEER PARK, N. Y.--Raging Spring blazes surround long Island communities, destroying many buildings and threatening to force suburbanites to abandon their property.
CHIMPS SHOW CHAMP STUNTS
ST. LOUIS, MO.--A pair of chimpanzees put on a remarkable exhibition of bike-riding and a blind-fold performance on the tight-rope.
CLIPPER ENDS HAWAIIAN HOP
HONOLULU, T. H. (illegible text) airliner Pioneer nestle down in Pearl Harbor, then returns to Alameda, Calif., on its record-breaking round trip flight.
FLEET SAILS TO NAVAL "WAR"
LONG BEACH, CALIF. --A powerful concentration of fighting ships leaves its West Coast base for Spring maneuvers in the Pacific on a far-flung front.
FAMED PENN RELAYS RUN OF
PHILADELPHIA, PA. -- Thousands of track event fans jam into Franklin Field to watch a series of exciting contests among the cinder stars of leading colleges.
BREAKING ICE BRINGS FLOOD
OROMOCTO, N. B.--Tremendous piles of river ice encroach upon highways, snapping light and telegraph poles and putting many towns under water.
"THE TAK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1935-04-29, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government policy, Speeches, Labor unions, New Deal, 1933-1938, 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 354, May 15, 1935
in Universal Newsreels, Release 354 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1935, originally published 1935), 10 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government policies.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government policies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 354
HUGE BRITISH CROWDS FETE GEORGE V'S SILVER JUBILEE
LONDON, ENGLAND.--The King and Queen ride through the Capital's brilliantly-decorated streets to St. Paul's amid the cheers of a throng numbering 200,000. On the return down the Mall, tremendous enthusiasm salutes the Sovereign's appearance. Packed humanit...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government policies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VII Number 354
HUGE BRITISH CROWDS FETE GEORGE V'S SILVER JUBILEE
LONDON, ENGLAND.--The King and Queen ride through the Capital's brilliantly-decorated streets to St. Paul's amid the cheers of a throng numbering 200,000. On the return down the Mall, tremendous enthusiasm salutes the Sovereign's appearance. Packed humanity rushes into the environs of Buckingham Palace to give him a frenzied greeting.
"FUTURE GENERALS" ON PARADE
WEST POINT, N. Y.--Cadets of the United States Military Academy illustrate the precision of their training in a striking review.
BARS "BABE" FROM GOLF TEST
DALLAS, TEX.--Mildred Didrikson, "Wonder Girl" of athletics, gives a vivid indication of her mastery of the links game but is denied participation in amateur matches by the United States Golf Association.
4,600 PICKET BIG SHIPYARD
CAMDEN, N. J.--Strikers mass about the plant of the New York Shipbuilding Co., even closing access from the river by covering approaches from a boat. The dispute holds up $50,000,000 in contract construction.
RISK LIVES ON HIGH BRIDGE
ASTORIA, N. Y.--Workmen cling to swaying cables 315 ft. above the East River, rushing completion of New York's new Tri-Boro Bridge. Busy at their jobs, they ignore the extreme danger of their posts.
ROOSEVELT GIVES THE LIE TO CRITICS OF FARM POLICY
WASHINGTON, D. C.--The President lashes out against his oponents, declaring in a fiery speech before thousands of cheering farmers, that many of the "high and mighty" have been "lying about the kind of farm program which this Nation is operating today."
LOSES WEIGHT ON BEER DIET
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--A 259-lb. strong man goes on a thirty-three day regime of "suds." He proves the beverage fails to fatten as he performs his routine of unusual feats of strength.
SMALL BOY RUNS DOG CIRCUS
DALLAS, TEX.--A lad of nine trains a group of his canine pets to give a remarkable stunting exhibition. The young ringmaster proudly puts his charges through their paces as his pals watch.
FLIES FOR 20 CTS. AN HOUR
HANWORTH, ENGLAND.--A tiny glider, complete with landing-wheels and a 5 h. p. motor, takes off by itself and cruises at fifty miles an hour on the gas and oil that can be bought for two dimes.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1935
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1935-05-15, 1935
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Government policy, New Deal, 1933-1938, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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