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60 Minutes, The Seed School
produced by Ruth Streeter, fl. 2003, Columbia Broadcasting System, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2010), 13 mins
This segment of 60 Minutes is about the Seed School of Washington, DC. The Seed School is the first public boarding school for urban and low-income students.
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produced by Ruth Streeter, fl. 2003, Columbia Broadcasting System, in 60 Minutes (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2010), 13 mins
Description
This segment of 60 Minutes is about the Seed School of Washington, DC. The Seed School is the first public boarding school for urban and low-income students.
Date Written / Recorded
2010
Field of Study
Media Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Ruth Streeter, fl. 2003, Columbia Broadcasting System
Author / Creator
Byron Pitts, 1960-
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
60 Minutes
Topic / Theme
Educational reform, Public schools, Boarding schools, Political and Social Movements, Race and Gender
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by Columbia Broadcasting System
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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In Conversation With The Presidents' Men, Ben Bradlee
directed by William Karel, 1940-, in In Conversation With The Presidents' Men (Paris, Ile-de-France: Point du Jour International, 2000, originally published 2000), 34 mins
Ben Bradlee – Newsweek journalist and advisor to JFK, Editor of the Washington Post (68 to 73).
Based on the 3 part documentary Secrets Of State, this behind-the-scene series uncovers the secret history of American diplomacy – from the Bay of Pigs to Vietnam or the Gulf War – through talks with the most infl...
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directed by William Karel, 1940-, in In Conversation With The Presidents' Men (Paris, Ile-de-France: Point du Jour International, 2000, originally published 2000), 34 mins
Description
Ben Bradlee – Newsweek journalist and advisor to JFK, Editor of the Washington Post (68 to 73).
Based on the 3 part documentary Secrets Of State, this behind-the-scene series uncovers the secret history of American diplomacy – from the Bay of Pigs to Vietnam or the Gulf War – through talks with the most influential men behind the presidents. Whether they occupied the posts of Secretary of Sate, Director of the NSC or the CIA, this is an acc...
Ben Bradlee – Newsweek journalist and advisor to JFK, Editor of the Washington Post (68 to 73).
Based on the 3 part documentary Secrets Of State, this behind-the-scene series uncovers the secret history of American diplomacy – from the Bay of Pigs to Vietnam or the Gulf War – through talks with the most influential men behind the presidents. Whether they occupied the posts of Secretary of Sate, Director of the NSC or the CIA, this is an account in their own words of their actions, their points of view. A fascinating insight into US foreign policy.
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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Author / Creator
William Karel, 1940-
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
Point du Jour International
Series
In Conversation With The Presidents' Men
Speaker / Narrator
Benjamin Crowninshield Bradlee, 1921-
Person Discussed
Benjamin Crowninshield Bradlee, 1921-, Lyndon B. Johnson, 1908-1973, John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963, Robert F. Kennedy, 1925-1968, Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994, Robert McNamara, 1916-2009
Topic / Theme
Friendships, Heads of state, International relations, Journalists, Newspaper articles, Political life, Scandals, John F. Kennedy, Assassination, Dallas, TX, November 22, 1963, Bay of Pigs Invasion, April 17, 1961, Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962, Richard Nixon, Resigns as U.S. President, August 9, 1974, Watergate Scandal, 1972-1975, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World His...
Friendships, Heads of state, International relations, Journalists, Newspaper articles, Political life, Scandals, John F. Kennedy, Assassination, Dallas, TX, November 22, 1963, Bay of Pigs Invasion, April 17, 1961, Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962, Richard Nixon, Resigns as U.S. President, August 9, 1974, Watergate Scandal, 1972-1975, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright © 2000 by Histoire and PdJ Production.
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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Inauguration of Kennedy and Inaugural Speech, 1961
(Privately Published, 1961, originally published 1961), 16 mins
This documentary features the Inauguration of John F. Kennedy and his Inaugural speech, on January 20th, 1961.
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(Privately Published, 1961, originally published 1961), 16 mins
Description
This documentary features the Inauguration of John F. Kennedy and his Inaugural speech, on January 20th, 1961.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
1961-01-20, 1961
Publisher
Privately Published
Speaker / Narrator
John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963
Person Discussed
John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, International relations, Nuclear warfare, Speeches, Cold War, 1945-1989, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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NARA Inaugurations, Dwight D. Eisenhower Inauguration, January 20, 1953
in NARA Inaugurations (Privately Published, 1953, originally published 1953), 1 hour 36 mins
Sample
in NARA Inaugurations (Privately Published, 1953, originally published 1953), 1 hour 36 mins
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
1953-01-20, 1953
Publisher
Privately Published
Series
NARA Inaugurations
Speaker / Narrator
Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Person Discussed
Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Parades, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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President Obama's Primetime Press Conference on Health Reform
produced by United States. White House (District of Columbia: United States. White House, 2009), 55 mins
In a primetime press conference focused on health insurance reform, the President explained what's in it for you and your family
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produced by United States. White House (District of Columbia: United States. White House, 2009), 55 mins
Description
In a primetime press conference focused on health insurance reform, the President explained what's in it for you and your family
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Proceeding
Contributor
United States. White House
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
United States. White House
Speaker / Narrator
Barack Obama, 1961-
Person Discussed
Barack Obama, 1961-
Topic / Theme
Government, Public health, Humanities, Current Affairs, Early 21st Century United States (2001– )
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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Statement on the Budget
produced by United States. White House (District of Columbia: United States. White House, 2009), 8 mins
Remarks by the President on the Budget.
Sample
produced by United States. White House (District of Columbia: United States. White House, 2009), 8 mins
Description
Remarks by the President on the Budget.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Proceeding
Contributor
United States. White House
Date Published / Released
2009
Publisher
United States. White House
Speaker / Narrator
Barack Obama, 1961-
Person Discussed
Barack Obama, 1961-
Topic / Theme
Economics, Politics, Humanities, Current Affairs, Early 21st Century United States (2001– )
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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Theodore Roosevelt, TR's Inauguration, 1905
in Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division Collection, of United States. Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Collection, in Theodore Roosevelt (United States: Publisher Unknown, 1905), 10 mins
Scenes of TR's second inauguration on March 4, 1905 in Washington, D.C.: long panning shots of crowds gathered at the Capitol; on a platform erected on the East Front of the Capitol, Chief Justice Melville W. Fuller administers the presidential oath of office to TR as Chief Clerk of the Supreme Court James H. McKe...
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in Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division Collection, of United States. Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Collection, in Theodore Roosevelt (United States: Publisher Unknown, 1905), 10 mins
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Scenes of TR's second inauguration on March 4, 1905 in Washington, D.C.: long panning shots of crowds gathered at the Capitol; on a platform erected on the East Front of the Capitol, Chief Justice Melville W. Fuller administers the presidential oath of office to TR as Chief Clerk of the Supreme Court James H. McKenney holds the Bible; TR speaks to crowd. Views of the West Point band and cadets, the Naval Academy band and midshipmen, men on horseb...
Scenes of TR's second inauguration on March 4, 1905 in Washington, D.C.: long panning shots of crowds gathered at the Capitol; on a platform erected on the East Front of the Capitol, Chief Justice Melville W. Fuller administers the presidential oath of office to TR as Chief Clerk of the Supreme Court James H. McKenney holds the Bible; TR speaks to crowd. Views of the West Point band and cadets, the Naval Academy band and midshipmen, men on horseback, and the Citizens Americus Club of Pittsburgh, carrying umbrellas, marching by and turning the corner off Pennsylvania Ave. onto Fifteenth St., NW. Views of the presidential escort, Squadron A of New York National Guard, mounted Rough Riders, Secret Service, detectives, and TR's carriage moving on their way to the Capitol. Beside TR in the carriage is Sen. John C. Spooner of Wis., chairman of the Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies; opposite but not visible are Sen. Henry Cabot Lodge of Mass. and Rep. John Dalzell of Penn., both members of the committee. On Pennsylvania Ave., two groups of officers on horseback, a civilian band, and cavalry and marching soldiers parade by.
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
1905
Publisher
Publisher Unknown
Series
Theodore Roosevelt
Person Discussed
Theodore Roosevelt, 1858-1919
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Parades, Social customs, American History, The Gilded Age & Progressive Era (1876–1913), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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United News, Franklin D. Roosevelt Inauguration, January 20, 1945
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 6 mins
Sample
in United News (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: United Newsreel Corporation, 1945, originally published 1945), 6 mins
Date Written / Recorded
1945
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1945-01-20, 1945
Publisher
United Newsreel Corporation
Series
United News
Speaker / Narrator
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Parades, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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Universal Newsreels, Release 98, December 4, 1930
in Universal Newsreels, Release 98 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 8 mins
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government appointees and the new Secretary of Labor.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 98 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1930, originally published 1930), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government appointees and the new Secretary of Labor.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II NUMBER 98
ROUMANIAN KING AND QUEEN MARIE ATTEND UNIVERSITY JUBILEE
(83)
KLAUSENBURG, Transylvania -- At his first official appearance in a public capacity and one of his last in company with his magnetic mother, Dowager Queen Marie, Carol reveals nervousness, but goes through program...
This newsreel, produced by Universal Pictures Company, is about government appointees and the new Secretary of Labor.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME II NUMBER 98
ROUMANIAN KING AND QUEEN MARIE ATTEND UNIVERSITY JUBILEE
(83)
KLAUSENBURG, Transylvania -- At his first official appearance in a public capacity and one of his last in company with his magnetic mother, Dowager Queen Marie, Carol reveals nervousness, but goes through program at tenth anniversary of University's operation under his nation's auspices.
CRACK PARIS-NANTES EXPRESS DERAILED; 1 KILLED, 12 INJURED
(71)
OUDON, France -- With roadbeds washed out by torrential rains, famous flyer leaves tracks and engine, with two coaches, goes into river Loire. That tragedy occurred at night, with communications broken by storm, makes comparatively light casualty list seem almost miraculous.
CHILDREN MARVEL AT TOYLAND SURPRISES AS CHRISTMAS NEARS
(70)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Remarkable mechanical animals, acrobats, war tanks and other devices give pre-Holiday season a new element of thrill which grips not only the youngsters but grown-ups as well. Display this year regarded as most remarkable ever put on.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- William N. Doak sworn in as Secretary of Labor! -- Ex-Secretary Davis welcomes his successor to office.
(42)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Sir Thomas Lipton receives "Best Loser" Cup! -- Gold trophy presented by admirers of British sportsman.
(49)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Odd poultry featured at exposition! -- Spectators gape at rare fowl on display.
(48)
CROWN PRINCE GIVES BRAVERY AWARDS TO HERO INFANTRYMEN
(91)
TURIN, Italy -- After reviewing Ninety-second Regiment of Piedmontese, his own command, future king presents medals to men who distinguished themselves in line of duty. His bride, former Princess Marie Jose of Belgium, accompanies royal husband at ceremony.
MUD AND RAIN BAFFLE MOTORBIKE KINGS IN GRAND NATIONAL RACE
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HOLCOMBE MOOR, England -- Hardy riders make ten laps around course aggregating three of the toughest miles speeders ever tackled, route lying through flowing streams and mire made gooey by downpour which has flooded parts of Britain as well as countries on the Continent in recent weeks.
MIDINETTES HONOR ST. CATHERINE'S DAY WITH RACE AND DANCE
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PARIS, France -- Pert and pretty mamselles of the fashion ateliers, where the world's best dressed women look for their styles, engage in athletic contest on fete date of their patron, then stage an elaborate costume ball which is an Adamless Eden, no males being admitted to the party. It is an annual spectacle of the capital.
BUCKAROO RANGERS COMPETE IN ANNUAL STOCK SHOW RODEO
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LOS ANGELES, Cal. -- Best riding men and girls of the west, including national and state champions, meet in arena where they've got to stick on, pull leather or do a nose dive into the sawdust. And good as they are, wild broncs and steers toss these experts around plenty and promiscuous.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1930
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1930-12-04, 1930
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Government appointees, Labor and unions, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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Universal Newsreels, Release 99, December 7, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 99 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 13 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about communism, political demonstrations, and national government.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 99 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 13 mins
Description
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about communism, political demonstrations, and national government.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 99
RED HORDES MEET IN NATIONAL CAPITAL AS 72nd CONGRESS OPENS
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WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Unable to rouse the dander of the solons as this history-making session gets under way, the "hunger marchers" from every section of the country parade up Pennsylvania Avenue for...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about communism, political demonstrations, and national government.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 99
RED HORDES MEET IN NATIONAL CAPITAL AS 72nd CONGRESS OPENS
(119)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Unable to rouse the dander of the solons as this history-making session gets under way, the "hunger marchers" from every section of the country parade up Pennsylvania Avenue for a call at the White House. But the presence of police and secret service men induces an orderly meeting. Relief agencies hand out coffee and rolls and the Communistic belligerents remain quiet, as the Democratic House of Representatives elects John Garner, from Texas, to the post of Speaker.
QUEEN OF U.S. LINERS SLIDES DOWN WAYS IN EPOCHAL LAUNCHING
(114)
CAMDEN, N. J. -- Christened by Mrs. Edith Roosevelt, widow of the late President, the S.S. Manhattan slips into the Delaware River as a crowd of 3,000 cheers the event. The steamship is the largest merchant vessel ever built in America. It is 705 feet long and will have a gross of 30,000 tons. Water from 48 states is splashed over the bow and command of the boat is entrusted to Capt. George Fried, hero of many sea rescues.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
SEATTLE, Wash. -- Benefactor feeds starving game fowl! -- A. H. Westerman creates sanctuary for wild duck army.
(62)
HAVANA, Cuba -- Wine-inhalers hold "capacity contest"! -- Signor Felix Paul downs 3 quarts in one setting.
(67)
NEWS PARAGRAPHS (Continued)
ATLANTA, Ga. -- Collegians battle in annual Pushball contest! -- Sophomore avalanche routs lowly Freshmen.
(72)
SPECTACULAR SPILLS MARK CLASSIC 'CHASE FOR ALFONSO'S CUP
(112)
GRASSLAND DOWNS, Tenn. -- Glangesia, the 11-year English derby veteran and a rank outsider, scampers home to victory in the second annual running of the thrilling international event. Troublemaker takes second place. Churchill Newcomb, the only owner-rider in the race, is severely shaken in a fall from Fiske and is rushed to a hospital. More than 10,000 view the event which brings the winner a $5,000 purse in addition to the King of Spain cup.
BAYLES ENDS LIFE IN SENSATIONAL CRASH AT 300 MILES AN HOUR SPECIAL! EXTRA!
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DETROIT, Mich. -- Climbing to 2,500 feet the daredevil aviator swings downward in a power dive, preparatory to an assault on the airplane speed record. Whirling through space the powerful craft hesitates, spins crazily for an awful moment and plunges to the ground at 5 miles a minute from a height of 50 feet. The crash is accompanied by a giant explosion that shoots a tower of flame and smoke 200 feet into the air and scatters blazing debris to a distance of 600 feet. A spectacular and exclusive picture that forms a never-to-be-forgotten newsreel epic.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-12-07, 1931
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Communism, Political demonstrations, National government, Political and Social Movements, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Place Discussed
District of Columbia
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