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Universal Newsreels, Release 491, April 4, 1946
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about international relations and a meeting of the United Nations Security Council.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about international relations and a meeting of the United Nations Security Council.
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TIDAL WAVE RIPS HAWAII
HAWAII--Scenes of destruction and horror follow in the wake of a giant tidal wave, caused by eart...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about international relations and a meeting of the United Nations Security Council.
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'COVERS WORD-WIDE EVENTS'
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TIDAL WAVE RIPS HAWAII
HAWAII--Scenes of destruction and horror follow in the wake of a giant tidal wave, caused by earthquake on ocean floor off Alaska. Almost 100 lost their lives; scores are missing; and much of the city of Hilo is leveled.
UN COUNCIL WEATHERS CRISIS
NEW YORK--The Byrnes resolution, deferring action on the Iranian case until May 6th, is passed by the Security Council, following declaration by Iranian envoy, Hussein Ala, that his country will accept Russia's intentions of removing her troops from Iran.
VOLCANO IN JAPAN ERUPTS
KYUSHU, JAPAN -- "Ontake", the 3600-foot crater on the southern tip of Kyushu Island, erupts for the first time in 32 years, sending lava streams down the mountainside and into the sea in spectacular display.
FIRST SILK CARGO FROM JAPAN (Exclusive)
SEATTLE, WASH.--A million dollars worth of raw silk--1500 bales of the precious cargo--arrives from Japan and is readied for shipment to Eastern mills. Enough for 2 1/2 million pairs of stockings!
HOOVER ARRIVES IN ITALY
ROME, ITALY -- Ex-Pres. Herbert Hoover, chairman of the Emergency Famine Committee, arrives by plane to begin his studies of starvation conditions in European countries.
CHIC NEW HAT STYLES SHOWN (Exclusive)
NEW YORK--Inspired by the new picture, "So Goes My Love," these Lenesta creations add that "tip-top" note of swanky style to Milady's wardrobe and are right in the swing with spring.
BRITAIN HAILS FILM FAVORITE
ENGLAND--Mary Pickford, veteran motion picture actress and star of silent films, arrives by plane and gets a regal welcome from her British fans.
GOP CHOOSES NEW CHIEFTAIN
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Congressman Carroll Reece of Tennessee, newly elected chairman of the Republican Nat'l Committee, receives congratulations from his predecessor, Herbert Brownell, and a kiss from his wife.
YOUNG PRINCESS TAKES A BOW
LONDON, ENG.--Princess Margaret Rose, 15-year-old daughter of Britain's King and Queen, visits a Children's Club during her first public engagement by herself. She's a big hit with the kiddies.
VOL. 19--491
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-04-04, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
International relations, Cold War, 1945-1989, Soviet Union, 1922-1991, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 492, September 9, 1936
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This newsreel features air raids during the Spanish Civil War.
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This newsreel features air raids during the Spanish Civil War.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 492
TERRIFIED CIVILIANS FLEE AIR RAID
CORDOBA, SPAIN.--Government bombers drone through the blue over the rebel-held city, sending civilians racing in terror for cellars and other hiding-places as they loose a rain of bombs. Soldiers dig trenches in the streets, fearing the Loyalist advance. -- SAN SEBASTIAN.--Bitter fighting betw...
This newsreel features air raids during the Spanish Civil War.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 492
TERRIFIED CIVILIANS FLEE AIR RAID
CORDOBA, SPAIN.--Government bombers drone through the blue over the rebel-held city, sending civilians racing in terror for cellars and other hiding-places as they loose a rain of bombs. Soldiers dig trenches in the streets, fearing the Loyalist advance. -- SAN SEBASTIAN.--Bitter fighting between Government militia and insurgents continues, with the Republicans shown capturing a Fascist sniper. -- PAMPLONA. -- The rebels put tiny children in black shirts and teach them to march with the older girls.--PUERTO CRISTO, MALLORCA.--A column of Catalan volunteers lands on the historic Mediterranean island to attempt its capture.
FRENCHMAN CRACKS AIR MARK
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--Michel Detroyat hits the amazing speed of 264 miles an hour to capture the Thompson Trophy race against a field of ace pilots. The winning flier knocks out a clip of 301 m.p.h. during part of the thrilling contest.
ACTRESS' ESTATE ON BLOCK
NO. TARRYTOWN, N. Y.--Elsie Janis declares herself loaded down with "possessions, mortgages and debts" and puts her personal belongings up at auction before a crowd of 5,000 interested and curious spectators. The first day's sale nets $2,000.
UNSER WINS PIKES PEAK DASH
PIKES PEAK, COL.--Driving like mad up the tricky, breath-taking course to the summit of the famous mountain, Louie Unser eclipses his opposition, capturing the race and setting a new record of 16 min., 27 2/5 sec. for the climb.
MIGHTY OXEN SHOW STRENGTH
NO. WHITEFIELD, ME.--Eighty teams of oxen take part in an old-fashioned Down East contest, exhibiting their tremendous strength as they haul sledges loaded with over 3,500 pounds of stones, against a time limit.
PRO GRIDDERS IN COME-BACK
NEW YORK CITY.--The New York Giants conquer the college All-Stars 12 to 2 in an exciting night game played under the arc lights at the Polo Grounds, thus re-establishing the somewhat tarnished superiority of professional football teams.
DIP FLOCK TO WASH OUT SIN
NEWPORT NEWS, VA.--A big congregation of colored people takes a chilly dip into the salty waters of Hampton Roads in a shouting, singing mass baptism. Over-wrought "converts" give way to hysteria while they seek to "drown the Devil."
"WHERE AWAY" VICTOR BY HEAD (Exclusive)
WASHINGTON PARK, ILL.--Thirty-eight thousand turf enthusiasts see Anthony Pelleteri's bargain entry, "Where Away," take a spirited running of the $10,000-added Washington Park Handicap from "Count Arthur," the winner crossing the line ahead by a whisker.
TEST TEAR-GAS MACHINE GUN
PONTIAC, MICH.--An inventor demonstrates his new rapid-firing tear-gas gun, which fires numerous shells in rapid succession, making it possible to flood a wide area with the acrid fumes within a few seconds.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-09-09, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Air raids, Spanish Civil War, 1936-1939, 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 492, April 8, 1946
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military ceremonies.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military ceremonies.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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U. S. HAILS ARMY DAY
CHICAGO, ILL.--President Truman leads the nation in stirring Army Day ceremonies, as Americans from coast to coast pay homage to the men and might of their armed...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features military ceremonies.
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U. S. HAILS ARMY DAY
CHICAGO, ILL.--President Truman leads the nation in stirring Army Day ceremonies, as Americans from coast to coast pay homage to the men and might of their armed forces. The President calls on the nation to be strong and sees hope for world peace.
NEW YORK--Thousands jam Fifth Avenue as crack troops and snappy cadets parade in the rain in a martial salute to our Army.
SAN FRANCISCO--The men and weapons that helped win World War II are on display as the Golden Gate celebrates Army Day.
AIRPLANE GRAVEYARD
KINGMAN, ARIZ.--Countless millions in war equipment are parked in this Arizona graveyard. Bombers and fighter planes which blasted the Axis now sit with idle engines, silent memories of war and the cost of waging war. (Except Kansas City)
V-2 ROCKET "HITS" N. Y.
NEW YORK--The Nazi rocket-bomb was intended for New York in a big, bang way, but it arrived anyway for the National Aviation Show. On display also are fighting planes and some of the latest sport planes.
ARMY POST HONORS GEN. PATTON
FT. RILEY, KAN.--The late Gen. George S. Patton, famed tactician and tank expert of World War II, is memorialized during impressive ceremonies dedicating "Patton Hall" at Army's Cavalry School. (Kansas City only)
THE GRAND NATIONAL
AINTREE, ENG.--One of Britain's top sporting events of the year--the Grand National--is replete with thrills and action from start to finish. The jumps are marked by many spills which will take your breath away!
VOL. 19--492
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-04-08, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
Military ceremonies, Soldiers, World War II, 1939-1945, War and Violence, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 493, September 14, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 493 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 11 mins
This newsreel features dams and electricity at the Boulder Dam.
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This newsreel features dams and electricity at the Boulder Dam.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 493
HUGE DAM STARTS PRODUCTION
BOULDER CITY, NEV. -- As the President presses a golden key in Washington, enormous masses of water begin to move through Boulder Dam, turning the wheels for the first time and starting production of vast quantities of electricity.
PERRY, MARBLE RACQUETS WIN
FOREST HILLS, N. Y.--Fred Perry of Eng...
This newsreel features dams and electricity at the Boulder Dam.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 493
HUGE DAM STARTS PRODUCTION
BOULDER CITY, NEV. -- As the President presses a golden key in Washington, enormous masses of water begin to move through Boulder Dam, turning the wheels for the first time and starting production of vast quantities of electricity.
PERRY, MARBLE RACQUETS WIN
FOREST HILLS, N. Y.--Fred Perry of England beats Donald Budge, and Alice Marble conquers Helen Jacobs in slam-bang matches for the men's and women's national singles championships. Budge very nearly takes his opponent, but goes down to glorious defeat.
COLLEGE GRIDDERS WARM UP
SOUTH BEND, IND.--The "Fighting Irish" snap into moleskins and practice formations as America's autumn football craze appears on the horizon. -- BERKELEY, CALIF.--Ninety Golden Bears turn out for the big University of California eleven.
COWBOYS IN GREATEST SHOW
PENDLETON, ORE.--Cowhands, cowgirls and Indians gather from all over the place for the big doings at the thrill-packed Pendleton Round-Up. Pageantry, fine riding and hard bumps in the spills make the occasion a joy to the spectator, if not to the contestant.
BEAUTY CHOSEN MISS AMERICA
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.--The judges feast their eyes in perplexity on a gorgeous array of feminine loveliness in their annual task of choosing "Miss America." The honor goes to Rose Coyle, sent to the contest from Philadelphia.
FLAMES SWEEP COAST HILLS (Exclusive)
TOPANGA CANYON, CALIF.--Threatening $5,000,000 worth of Malibu Beach cottages, a roaring forest fire leaps through the hills of Old Topanga and Las Flores Canyons, razing everything in its path despite the desperate efforts of hundreds of volunteer fire-fighters.
CHART ATLANTIC AIR ROUTES
PORT WASHINGTON, N. Y. -- A big German seaplane nestles down on the water after a successful flight from the Azores during which technicians aboard charted a route across the Atlantic which they hope to use soon for a commercial air-line in regular service.
200,000 ITALIANS AT "WAR"
AVELLINO, ITALY.--King Victor Emmanuel and Mussolini are interested spectators as large forces of the national army parade and maneuver during theoretical battles for possession of the country. The latest developments in war equipment are tried out.
FLIERS COME DOWN IN WALES
(Special--Pre-Released to all Accounts)
LLANDILO, WALES.--First pictures show Richman and Merrill's safe landing in a cow pasture at the completion of their hop from New York. Fences are cleared to allow the fliers to take off again on their way to the British capital.
HOME STATE HAILS OLYMPIAN
(Pre-Released: West Coast Only)
DENVER, COLO.--High officials and throngs of civilians turn out to do honor to Glenn Morris, Fort Collins automobile salesman who cracked the record to win the Decathlon at the Olympic Games.
THOUSANDS SEE TOBACCO FETE (Washington, D. C., Only--Exclusive)
SO. BOSTON, VA.--A gay pageant, "The Miracle of Tobacco," is enacted for throngs of visitors to the National Tobacco Festival. A beautiful Queen and lovely maids of honor attend the big fete.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-09-14, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Dams, Electricity, Science and Technology, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 493, April 11, 1946
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations.
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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JAP SUBMARINES SUNK
SASEBO, JAPAN--Blasted by guns and bombs from U. S. ships and planes, several undersea boats are sent to the bottom. The submersible which sank the cruiser "Indiana...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the United Nations.
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JAP SUBMARINES SUNK
SASEBO, JAPAN--Blasted by guns and bombs from U. S. ships and planes, several undersea boats are sent to the bottom. The submersible which sank the cruiser "Indianapolis" is among those destroyed.
GROMYKO BACK AT UN COUNCIL
NEW YORK -- After a 13-day boycott of the United Nations Security Council over the Iranian dispute, Russia's delegate resumes his seat as the council prepares to take up Poland's demand for Franco ouster.
LEAGUE OF NATIONS QUITS
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND -- The League of Nations, once the world's hope for peace, has its last meeting as the delegates plan to turn over league property to the United Nations organization--its successor!
1ST LADY VISITS POLIO VICTIMS
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Mrs. Truman makes her first visit to the Children's Hospital and spreads cheer among the young victims of the dread infantile paralysis. Her warm smile makes her many friends.
PUBLIC GOOD IS EXHIBITOR GOAL
ST. LOUIS, MO.--Members of the American Theater Association, representing 4,000 motion picture houses, convene for the first meeting. Ted R. Gamble, chairman of the board, explains the civic-minded aims of the group.
FLORIDA CYPRESS IS LOGGED
EVERGLADES -- Working hip deep in the jungle of the Florida Everglades, loggers pit their strength against century-old cypress trees, felling them and removing them to mills. The year's crop will help ease the housing shortage.
HIROHITO HORSE IN RODEO
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--"Hatsushimo," formerly the Jap Emperor's steed, takes a bow in rodeo staged by Lt. Dick Ryan, who purchased the horse in Japan. Bronco bustin,' bull-doggin'--and other thrills!
VOL. 19--493
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-04-11, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Topic / Theme
International relations, Political and Social Movements, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 494, September 16, 1936
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This newsreel features military parades for veterans.
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This newsreel features military parades for veterans.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 494
FINDS WRECKAGE OF RICHMAN AEROPLANE
MUSGRAVE HARBOR, NEWFOUNDLAND.--Relief comes to Dick Merrill and Harry Richman, New York actor and night club entertainer, as the wreckage of their plane is found in a bog on their return flight from England to the United States. With the propeller broken in its crash, the machine lies helpless in th...
This newsreel features military parades for veterans.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 494
FINDS WRECKAGE OF RICHMAN AEROPLANE
MUSGRAVE HARBOR, NEWFOUNDLAND.--Relief comes to Dick Merrill and Harry Richman, New York actor and night club entertainer, as the wreckage of their plane is found in a bog on their return flight from England to the United States. With the propeller broken in its crash, the machine lies helpless in the midst of desolate flatland along the coast that the fliers hoped to span in the first round-trip hop between America and Europe. The $95,000. plane was forced down in the wilderness when it ran out of gas just after reaching the shore line of North America.
V.F.W. IN FOUR HOUR PARADE
DENVER, COLO.--Hundreds of ex-servicemen, members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, take part in a glittering parade several miles long. Commander Van Zandt leads his comrades through crowded streets hung with flags and bunting.
FRENCH ARMY SHOWS PROWESS
NEUILLY-SUR-MARNE, FRANCE. -- End of summer brings the great maneuvers of the French Army, with troops drilling in scattered sections of the country. Near Paris, a motorized artillery detachment shows a novel way to transport a field piece over a river.
SCHOOL DAYS WITH US AGAIN (Exclusive)
NEW YORK CITY.--With a lingering look backward at vanished vacation days, Gotham's thousands of youngsters flock back to the Big City's version of the Little Red Schoolhouse. They're in no hurry to reach school, but the final bell finds them in their places.
AUTUMN STYLES MAKE DEBUT
FRENCH LICK SPRINGS, IND. -- Pretty mannequins model the lovely costumes the well-dressed lady will wear during the cooler months just ahead. Numerous novelties mark design of costumes for afternoon and evening wear.
AERONAUTS FIGHT FOR TROPHY
WARSAW, POLAND.--The balloons of the nations leave the Polish capital's flying-field at the start of the 24th running for the famous Gordon Bennett Cup. The entries show improvements in design and fabric of their craft.
SKATERS START GOOFY GRIND
NEW YORK CITY.--The famous old Hippodrome welcomes another fantastic attraction, boy-girl teams racing on roller-skates in a contest that will last for three long weeks. Contestants will cover the distance from New York to Salt Lake City.
CHARLENE'S CANINES CANNY (Exclusive)
MILO, ME.--A ten-year-old lass has developed her own circus, aided by her pet dogs which do a good job as stuntsters. They can ride the medicine ball with ease, and one of them actually propels himself at a good rate on the tricky scooter.
THOUSANDS SEE TOBACCO FETE (Exclusive)
SO. BOSTON, VA.--A gay pageant, "The Miracle of Tobacco," is enacted for throngs of visitors to the National Tobacco Festival. A beautiful Queen and lovely maids of honor pick and cure the solacing leaf.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-09-16, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Military parades, Veterans (Armed services), 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 494, April 15, 1946
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the estate of Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the estate of Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
UNIVERSAL NEWSREEL
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ROOSEVELT HOME IS U. S. SHRINE
HYDE PARK, N. Y.--During solemn ceremonies, attended by President Truman, on the anniversary of his predecessor's death, the Roo...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about the estate of Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
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ROOSEVELT HOME IS U. S. SHRINE
HYDE PARK, N. Y.--During solemn ceremonies, attended by President Truman, on the anniversary of his predecessor's death, the Roosevelt estate is turned over to the public. Mrs. Roosevelt makes the presentation, with Interior Secretary Krug accepting the home on behalf of all Americans.
ON THE CAPITAL SCENE
NEW AMBASSADOR TO BRITAIN
W. Averill Harriman, former U. S. envoy to Russia, is sworn in as new U. S. Ambassador to Great Britain, while State Secretary Byrnes looks on.
NEW ENVOY TO ARGENTINA
George S. Messersmith, newly nominated to handle diplomatic affairs in Argentina, confers with Pres. Truman and Secretary Byrnes.
REDS NAME NEW U. S. ENVOY
Nikolai Novikov is appointed Russian ambassador, replacing Andrei Gromyko who now gives full time to his United Nations work.
FRENCH GET SOVIET WHEAT
MARSEILLES, FRANCE--From Soviet Russia, 5000 tons of wheat arrive by freighter and are unloaded for distribution amongst the needy in France. Other shipments are expected to follow.
LENS LOVELIES WIN LAURELS
PHILADELPHIA, PA.--Thirty-five pulchritudinous glamor gals display their photogenic assets during the Press Photographers contest. Lovely Marcha Adams wins and is crowned queen by Miss America of 1945.
FRENCH KAYAK ACES RACE
FRANCE--Waterfalls provide the excitement as skilled paddlers pilot their frail Eskimo-type craft down the Morin River near Paris. It's a tense moment as the aqua-sports take the jumps!
"CANADIENS" WIN HOCKEY TROPHY
MONTREAL, QUE.--In a rough and tumble exhibition of bang-up hockey, the Canadian puck-chasers win a thrilling 6 to 3 game over the Boston Bruins, to cop the coveted Stanley Cup trophy.
VOL. 19--494
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Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Date Published / Released
1946-04-15, 1946
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884-1962, Ed Herlihy, 1909-1999
Person Discussed
Eleanor Roosevelt, 1884-1962, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Estates and inheritances, Heads of state, Political and Social Movements, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Universal Newsreels, Release 495, September 21, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 495 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
This newsreel features property destruction from hurricanes.
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This newsreel features property destruction from hurricanes.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 495
HURRICANE HITS NORTH ATLANTIC COAST
WINDS OF HURRICANE VELOCITY sweep Northward from the Caribbean, turning coast resorts into a shambles as the blow piles mountainous waves upon the shore, smashing small boats, bungalows and boardwalks and disrupting communications over a wide area.--NORFOLK, VA.--Extra ordinary flood tides inun...
This newsreel features property destruction from hurricanes.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 495
HURRICANE HITS NORTH ATLANTIC COAST
WINDS OF HURRICANE VELOCITY sweep Northward from the Caribbean, turning coast resorts into a shambles as the blow piles mountainous waves upon the shore, smashing small boats, bungalows and boardwalks and disrupting communications over a wide area.--NORFOLK, VA.--Extra ordinary flood tides inundate the business section. As the terrific wind blows itself out, inhabitants turn to the task of cleaning up the wreckage. -- FARTHER NORTH, the Jersey coast suffers from the full intensity of the storm. Sailors and fishermen make miraculous escapes from death, swimming through turbulent seas from their sinking craft. Asbury Park, Deal and Cape May, N. J., are battered. -- NEW YORK CITY. -- Times Square crowds vanish, deserting the playground while driving rain pelts the Great White Way.
BOMBARD REBELS IN ALCAZAR
TOLEDO, SPAIN.--Loyalist militiamen hurl tons of shells against the seemingly impregnable Moorish fortress where 1,200 rebels and their families have been besieged for weeks. Front-line attackers take their ease in armchairs behind protecting barricades. Rebel prisoners march grimly from the Central jail toward their doom.
2,000 HOMELESS IN FLOODS
SAN ANGELO, TEX.--Raging waters on the swollen Colorado River sweep onward toward Austin leaving scenes of desolation in their wake, with homes carried away, bridges torn out, personal property scattered and livestock drowned.
WAR VETS PRAYING FOR PEACE
LOURDES, FRANCE.--Veterans of the World War from many belligerent nations gather at the famous shrine in a mass demonstration during which fervent prayers for peace are offered by the ex-servicemen and others.
OCEAN FLIERS HOME AT LAST
NEW YORK CITY.--Dick Merrill and Harry Richman hop into their patched-up trans-Atlantic plane in Newfoundland, hopping off on the last leg of their round-trip New York-London hop. The Lady Peace comes to earth at Floyd Bennett, ending her long journey while the throng cheers the airmen, and they tell what they think about it all.
4 DIE IN NEWSPAPER BOMBING (Exclusive)
HAVANA, CUBA.--A dynamite bomb explodes with terrific force outside the offices of the newspaper "El Pais," wrecking the building and causing extensive damages to Monserrate Church opposite and to other property in a six-block radius. Twenty-seven persons are injured.
STUDENT TAKES GOLF CROWN
GARDEN CITY, N. Y.--Lanky Johnny Fischer, Cincinnati law student, comes from far behind to beat Walker Cupper Jock McLean on the 37th hole for the national amateur links championship in a match packed with thrills.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-09-21, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Tropical cyclones, Property destruction, Spanish Civil War, 1936-1939, 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 496, September 23, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 496 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 10 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features an American Legion reunion.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 496 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 10 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features an American Legion reunion.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 496
WAR BUDDIES PARADE AGAIN
CLEVELAND, O. -- The American Legion marches on, thousands of delegates to the organization's national convention passing through gayly-decorated streets.--WASHINGTON, D. C.--Surviving members of the G.A.R. march at what may be their last national meeting.
FLYING BOATS HO...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, features an American Legion reunion.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 496
WAR BUDDIES PARADE AGAIN
CLEVELAND, O. -- The American Legion marches on, thousands of delegates to the organization's national convention passing through gayly-decorated streets.--WASHINGTON, D. C.--Surviving members of the G.A.R. march at what may be their last national meeting.
FLYING BOATS HOP TO EUROPE
NEW YORK CITY.--The German trans-Atlantic transport planes Zephyr and Aeolus take off from their mother-ship on the return journey to the Old World.--ROCHESTER, ENGLAND.--The huge Caledonia tunes up for the first regular transport flight over the Atlantic.
SURGERY FAILS TO SAVE BABY
CHICAGO, ILL.--Despite a surgeon's brave attempt to save five day old Julian Tafel, Jr., born with a malformed colon, an operation proves unavailing and death claimed its pitiful victim.
FOOTBALL PROS READY TO GO (Exclusive)
NEW YORK CITY.--Gotham's grid-iron Yankees get into top-notch form in a strenuous practice session at Randalls Island which precedes the opening of the 1936 professional football season. Expert "material" and training make the team a threat for stellar honors.
ANGLER PEDALS OWN "CANOE" (Exclusive)
VENICE, CALIF.--A confirmed deep-sea fishing addict devises a novel "boat" to take him on his trips. The craft has a paddle-wheel mounted on pontoons and is propelled with ease by means of a pair of bicycle pedals.
SHIP RAMMED, SUNK IN FOG (Exclusive)
NEW YORK CITY.--The freighter New York slams into a Norwegian vessel as dense fog makes navigation perilous throughout the winding stretches of the East River. Captain and crew of the rammed ship are taken off just before she plunges to the bottom.
HOLY NAME SOCIETIES MEET
RANDALLS ISLAND, N. Y.--Sixty thousand Catholic men, members of Holy Name Societies throughout the country, convene for impressive ceremonies in the open air. A notable feature of the gathering is religious services observed in the huge stadium.
RACING DRIVER CHEATS DEATH (Exclusive)
ROBY, IND.--Duke Nalon's speeding car hurls a wheel spinning into the grandstand during a wild race on the Roby Speedway. A spectator is hurt, but Nalon escapes without injury as the roaring, zipping contest goes on.
COAST TOWN HAS WINE FETE
LODI, CALIF.--The heart of a great wine-producing region celebrates its vintage with a colorful parade and the free distribution to throngs of spectators of the vine's choicest juice. Gallons of the beverage are passed out from enormous barrels.
TEMPTS LIONS ON TIGHTWIRE (Exclusive)
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH.--Buddy LaVarro puts on a dainty tightwire act a few feet above the pen in which his two brothers are stirring up dissension among a group of full-grown lions. One mis-step and the trio would be looking for a new member.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Date Published / Released
1936-09-23, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Speaker / Narrator
Graham McNamee, 1888-1942
Topic / Theme
Clubs and social organizations, Reunions, 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 497, September 28, 1936
in Universal Newsreels, Release 497 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the President's Speed Boat Cup and elephants.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 497 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1936, originally published 1936), 9 mins
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This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the President's Speed Boat Cup and elephants.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 497
ARGENTINE 4 TROUNCES U. S. A.
WESTBURY, N. Y.--The dashing play of the Argentine polo quartette proves too much for the Greentree team representing the United States. In a bitter battle, the South American's win the title with a score of eight goals to four.
MA JA II SPEEDBOAT V...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about the President's Speed Boat Cup and elephants.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL Volume VIII Number 497
ARGENTINE 4 TROUNCES U. S. A.
WESTBURY, N. Y.--The dashing play of the Argentine polo quartette proves too much for the Greentree team representing the United States. In a bitter battle, the South American's win the title with a score of eight goals to four.
MA JA II SPEEDBOAT VICTOR
WASHINGTON, D. C.--Brilliant seamanship and a roaring, bouncing speedboat win the famed President's Cup race for Long Island sportsman John M. L. Rutherford in a breath-taking race on the rough, choppy waters of the Potomac.
FRENCH TRY OUT NEW BOMBER
ORLY, FRANCE.--A huge new bombing plane of up-to-the-second design is given a long test flight around the country. Making Marseilles in quick time, the great machine continues on, skirting the towering Alps on its journey to Grenoble.
HOLD YEAR'S BIGGEST WEDDING
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.--Bashful Burma Rangoona and Jumbo II, several tons of amorous pachyderm, are united in wedlock in a glittering nuptial ceremony held at the Cole Bros.-Beatty Circus. And the wedding breakfast is a riot.
BLACK DIAMONDS GET RESPECT
CHICAGO, ILL.--An enterprising coal company finally decides to give its fuel the respect rising prices command, pressing its product into briquettes which are wrapped individually for delivery to the consumer. It keeps dainty digits clean, too.
GRAVITY ADDLES FREAK PLANE
BALTIMORE, MD.--Another home-made 'plane lays an egg as the runway collapses during an attempted take off by one of a couple of inventors who've spent two years building a queer-looking machine of hand-made parts, with bicycle pedals as motive power.
COMMEMORATE FIGHTING SAINT
NOLA, ITALY.--Famed for his prowess in battles against the Turks, Saint Paolino leaves a colorful festival in his memory. Townspeople carry huge towers through the streets, in token of the lillies that greeted the Saint on his return home.
FARMERS SHARPEN HATCHETS (Exclusive)
CORVALLIS, ORE.--Signs of a frosty holiday make their appearance on the Autumn horizon as turkey breeders herd hundreds of prize birds into fattening pens where they'll be induced to eat their fill before Thanksgiving orders cause their wholesale annihilation.
SEEKING THE 'MODEL' MODEL (Exclusive)
NEW YORK CITY.--The gals whose ankles, calves, backs, teeth and other component parts decorate Gotham's advertising copy compare notes in an effort to find the "triple-threat" mannequin who can lay claim to being the model model.
"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1936
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1936-09-28, 1936
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Athletic events, Elephants, Family and Culture, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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