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America: The Story of Us, Season 1, Episode 9, Bust
directed by Renny Bartlett, fl. 1988; produced by Renny Bartlett, fl. 1988, Nutopia, in America: The Story of Us, Season 1, Episode 9 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2010), 44 mins
America The Story of Us is an epic 12-hour television event that tells the extraordinary story of how America was invented.
Boom turns to bust when the stock market crashes. The Great Depression and the dust bowl blanket the nation in darkness. Roosevelt's New Deal signals recovery.
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directed by Renny Bartlett, fl. 1988; produced by Renny Bartlett, fl. 1988, Nutopia, in America: The Story of Us, Season 1, Episode 9 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2010), 44 mins
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America The Story of Us is an epic 12-hour television event that tells the extraordinary story of how America was invented.
Boom turns to bust when the stock market crashes. The Great Depression and the dust bowl blanket the nation in darkness. Roosevelt's New Deal signals recovery.
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Renny Bartlett, fl. 1988, Nutopia, Liev Schreiber, 1967-
Author / Creator
Renny Bartlett, fl. 1988
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
America: The Story of Us
Speaker / Narrator
Liev Schreiber, 1967-
Person Discussed
Joe Louis, 1914-1981
Topic / Theme
Dust Bowl, 1928-1935, New Deal, 1933-1938, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, Political and Social Movements, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 A+E Networks. All Rights Reserved
Historical Event
Dust Bowl, 1928-1935, New Deal, 1933-1938, Great Depression, 1929-1941
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Australia, 2, Australia Will Be There
produced by Richard Taylor, in Australia, 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1987, originally published 1987), 55 mins
Five distinguished Australians present colourful and entertaining views on different aspects of their country. Thomas Keneally (author of Schindler's Ark) covers the early days; historian Patsy Adam-Smith looks at the birth of nationhood during and after the world wars; leading arts figure Philip Adams examines th...
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produced by Richard Taylor, in Australia, 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1987, originally published 1987), 55 mins
Description
Five distinguished Australians present colourful and entertaining views on different aspects of their country. Thomas Keneally (author of Schindler's Ark) covers the early days; historian Patsy Adam-Smith looks at the birth of nationhood during and after the world wars; leading arts figure Philip Adams examines the modern era; entrepreneur Dick Smith makes an expedition to the outback; and comedian Spike Milligan goes in search of the true Austra...
Five distinguished Australians present colourful and entertaining views on different aspects of their country. Thomas Keneally (author of Schindler's Ark) covers the early days; historian Patsy Adam-Smith looks at the birth of nationhood during and after the world wars; leading arts figure Philip Adams examines the modern era; entrepreneur Dick Smith makes an expedition to the outback; and comedian Spike Milligan goes in search of the true Australian and his humour.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Richard Taylor, Patsy Adam-Smith, 1924-2001
Date Published / Released
1987
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Australia
Speaker / Narrator
Patsy Adam-Smith, 1924-2001
Topic / Theme
Battles, Cultural identity, Economics, Labor and unions, Nationalism, Railroads, War, Cricket (Game), Great Depression, 1929-1941, World War I, 1914-1918, World War II, 1939-1945, Gallipoli Campaign, 1915-1916, Family and Culture, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, World History, Australians
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1987 BBC Worldwide
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941, World War I, 1914-1918, World War II, 1939-1945, Gallipoli Campaign, 1915-1916
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Icons, Episode 1 of 8, Leaders
directed by Peter Sweasey, fl. 1993; presented by Sir Trevor McDonald, 1939-; produced by Peter Sweasey, fl. 1993, Tamsin Curry, fl. 2009 and Bernadette Ross, fl. 2001, British Broadcasting Corporation, 72 Films and Open University, in Icons, Episode 1 of 8 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2019), 57 mins
Eight-part series exploring the achievements and legacies of some of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Seven well-known advocates each front an hour-long documentary arguing the case for four people from a different field of human endeavour - leaders, explorers, scientists, entertainers, sports stars, arti...
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directed by Peter Sweasey, fl. 1993; presented by Sir Trevor McDonald, 1939-; produced by Peter Sweasey, fl. 1993, Tamsin Curry, fl. 2009 and Bernadette Ross, fl. 2001, British Broadcasting Corporation, 72 Films and Open University, in Icons, Episode 1 of 8 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2019), 57 mins
Description
Eight-part series exploring the achievements and legacies of some of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Seven well-known advocates each front an hour-long documentary arguing the case for four people from a different field of human endeavour - leaders, explorers, scientists, entertainers, sports stars, artists and writers, and activists. At the end of each documentary the public vote for their favourite. The icon who wins the public vote i...
Eight-part series exploring the achievements and legacies of some of the greatest figures of the 20th century. Seven well-known advocates each front an hour-long documentary arguing the case for four people from a different field of human endeavour - leaders, explorers, scientists, entertainers, sports stars, artists and writers, and activists. At the end of each documentary the public vote for their favourite. The icon who wins the public vote in each category is put through to a live final, which sees all of the celebrity advocates return to fight their icon's case - the public then vote again for the person they believe was the greatest figure of the 20th century. The 20th century was a time of extraordinary change. One hundred years of progress which shaped not only the society of the day, but generations to come. A century of seismic shifts, that saw countless breakthroughs and innovations, which would impact our world in ways never seen before. Behind this progress were incredible individuals who chose to defy convention, and in doing so changed the world forever. The life's work of these icons represent benchmarks now set for humanity - from scientists whose discoveries changed the life of billions and redefined what we know about our world to the sports stars and explorers who pushed the boundaries of what humankind thought possible - their stories represent the pinnacle of society's achievements. The series begins with leaders, and sees a well-known figure, passionate about the subject, examining the achievements and legacies of the people whose decisions affect all our lives. 20th century leaders oversaw great victories, unimaginable hardships, sweeping social change, and the worst conflicts in human history.
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Field of Study
Anthropology
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Celia Sandys, fl. 2019, Nicki von der Heyde, fl. 2019, Caroline Slocock, fl. 2019, George Bizos, 1927-, Margaret MacMillan, 1943-, Tom Shakespeare, 1966-, Peter Sweasey, fl. 1993, Tamsin Curry, fl. 2009, Bernadette Ross, fl. 2001, British Broadcasting Corporation, 72 Films, Open University
Author / Creator
Peter Sweasey, fl. 1993, Sir Trevor McDonald, 1939-
Date Published / Released
2019
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Icons
Person Discussed
Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 1882-1945, Nelson Mandela, 1918-2013, Winston Churchill, 1874-1965, Margaret Thatcher, 1925-2013
Topic / Theme
War, Economic depressions, Segregation, Boer War, 1899-1902, Stock Market Crash, October 29, 1929, Great Depression, 1929-1941, New Deal, 1933-1938, World War II, 1939-1945, World War I, 1914-1918, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, French, British, Americans
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2019 BBC Worldwide
Historical Event
Boer War, 1899-1902, Stock Market Crash, October 29, 1929, Great Depression, 1929-1941, New Deal, 1933-1938, World War II, 1939-1945, World War I, 1914-1918
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March of Time, Volume 4, Episode 11, Men of Medicine
in March of Time, Volume 4, Episode 11 (New York, NY: HBO, 1938, originally published 1938), 17 mins
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in March of Time, Volume 4, Episode 11 (New York, NY: HBO, 1938, originally published 1938), 17 mins
Date Written / Recorded
1938
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Westbrook Van Voorhis, 1903-1968
Date Published / Released
1938-06-10, 1938
Publisher
HBO
Series
March of Time
Speaker / Narrator
Westbrook Van Voorhis, 1903-1968
Topic / Theme
Medical doctors, Medical treatments and procedures, Surgery, 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 © 2011. Used by permission of Home Box Office.
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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March of Time, Volume 12, Episode 9, Wanted - More Homes
in March of Time, Volume 12, Episode 9 (New York, NY: HBO, 1946, originally published 1946), 21 mins
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in March of Time, Volume 12, Episode 9 (New York, NY: HBO, 1946, originally published 1946), 21 mins
Date Written / Recorded
1946
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Contributor
Westbrook Van Voorhis, 1903-1968
Date Published / Released
1946-04-19, 1946
Publisher
HBO
Series
March of Time
Speaker / Narrator
Westbrook Van Voorhis, 1903-1968
Topic / Theme
Houses, Living arrangements, Housebuilding, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of Home Box Office.
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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Sunday Morning, Tis the Season: A Secret Shared
presented by Charles Osgood, 1933-; produced by Judith Hole, fl. 2005-2011, Columbia Broadcasting System, in Sunday Morning (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2010), 8 mins
This segment of Sunday Morning is about a man who secretly gave Christmas gifts to needy strangers during the Great Depression.
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presented by Charles Osgood, 1933-; produced by Judith Hole, fl. 2005-2011, Columbia Broadcasting System, in Sunday Morning (New York, NY: Columbia Broadcasting System, 2010), 8 mins
Description
This segment of Sunday Morning is about a man who secretly gave Christmas gifts to needy strangers during the Great Depression.
Date Written / Recorded
2010
Field of Study
Media Studies
Content Type
News story
Contributor
Judith Hole, fl. 2005-2011, Columbia Broadcasting System
Author / Creator
Charles Osgood, 1933-, Rita Braver, 1948-
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
Columbia Broadcasting System
Series
Sunday Morning
Speaker / Narrator
Ted Gup, 1950-
Person Discussed
Ted Gup, 1950-
Topic / Theme
Gifts and gift-giving, Christmas, Charity, Great Depression, 1929-1941
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2010 by Columbia Broadcasting System
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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Universal Newsreels, Release 4, January 7, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and economic depressions.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 4 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 8 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and economic depressions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 4
FATHER COX'S ARMY REACHES CAPITAL TO PETITION CONGRESS
(86)
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Followed by a host of idle, 10,000 strong, the Rev. James R. Cox, of Pittsburgh, presents the demands of the "hunger caravan" to the Federal Government. In Capitol Plaza extra police guards...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Navy, Charles de Gaulle, and economic depressions.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 4
FATHER COX'S ARMY REACHES CAPITAL TO PETITION CONGRESS
(86)
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Followed by a host of idle, 10,000 strong, the Rev. James R. Cox, of Pittsburgh, presents the demands of the "hunger caravan" to the Federal Government. In Capitol Plaza extra police guards are ordered out as a precautionary measure but the demonstration is peaceful with the marchers concentrating entirely on rations of sauerkraut and frankfurters. After a tedious rain-soaked trek from Pennsylvania, wet but not discouraged, they stand behind their religious leader and urge the solons to action. A $5,000,000,000 bond issue to carry on government building works is asked for jobless relief.
FELINE QUEENS VIE IN SEASON'S OPENING THOROUGHBRED SHOW
(75)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- The first meet of the year attracts 136 entries for the Atlantic Cat Club competition. The contenders rank from the Siamese Royal breed and fluffy Persians to ex-alley cats. Rosedear, Dresden Cotton Tom, Sir Boss of Khiva, and Yum Yum strut their stuff and prove to spectators and judges that they deserve to be called "aristo-cats," in a great exhibit, the proceeds of which go to the fund for unemployed.
EX-CHAMPION RUNNER HOOFS FOR $1,000 PRIZE IN LONG DANCE GRIND
(130)
NEWARK, N. J. -- Joie Ray, one-time world's greatest middle-distance cinderpath star, turns to the goofy gallop for the dollars he may win. Teamed with Alice Krug, of St. Albans, New York, he has trudged around Dreamland Park pavilion floor since October 22. And the once great amateur speed king is just as chesty as he was in the palmiest days of his career. Necessity drove him to such competition as this, and, he declares, he can't eat the trophies his track activities brought him.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
BOSTON, Mass. -- Police army speeds deported Red! -- Wm. T. Murdock shipped to Liverpool as undesirable alien.
(64)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Babe Ruth starts pre-baseball conditioning! -- King of Swat to demand $80,000 for 1932 season.
(73)
PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- Barnyard athletes battle for mat title! -- Odd adversaries meet for rural wrestling crown.
(68)
RECORD RAINS FLOOD HEART OF CITY AND RUIN CROP HARVEST
WATSONVILLE, Cal. -- Homes are deserted by hundreds of residents as the rising Pajaro River threatens to break over the levees and engulf the entire community. The heaviest rainfall in nearly a score of years causes the rushing stream to inundate the whole business section of this city, and leaving in the flood's wake irreparable damage to orchards and rich farm land.
While in another part of the state, at Truckee, the whole countryside is snowed under by a raging blizzard, whose ferocity is beyond the recollection of the oldest inhabitant.
DARING PILOT RISKS NECK ACHIEVING NEW AQUAPLANE THRILLER
(78)
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Mounting a glider on pontoons, Fred Jones takes off from Lake Conway, as Bud Jones riding an aquaplane under the motorless flying ship, swings from his conveyance to the landing gear of the plane. Where the slightest miss may mean a fatality, the two daredevils perform with nicety and precision in a hazardous stunt designed to stir the blood of a mummy.
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"THE TALK OF THE WORLD"
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-01-07, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Person Discussed
Charles de Gaulle, 1890-1970
Topic / Theme
Political demonstrations, Economic depressions, Unemployment, Heads of state, Navies, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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Universal Newsreels, Release 7, January 18, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 7 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 11 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about a political demonstration in New York City.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 7 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 11 mins
Description
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about a political demonstration in New York City.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 7
POLICE ROUT DEFIANT COMMUNIST MOB AT "BATTLE OF CITY HALL"
(91)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Massing forces at the Civic Centre to lay their relief demands before Mayor Walker, 1,000 recalcitrant Reds take to their heels down Broadway, brushed along by cops swinging clubs and accelerated by t...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about a political demonstration in New York City.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 7
POLICE ROUT DEFIANT COMMUNIST MOB AT "BATTLE OF CITY HALL"
(91)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- Massing forces at the Civic Centre to lay their relief demands before Mayor Walker, 1,000 recalcitrant Reds take to their heels down Broadway, brushed along by cops swinging clubs and accelerated by the horses of the mounted men. Dispersed at the office of the Mayor, the rioting crowd, unwilling to cease their demonstration, pay a visit to Wall Street. But the minions of the law bring the gathering to an abrupt and disappointing termination through the free use of strong arm methods.
NORSE STARS PROVIDE SKI TOURNEY THRILLS IN 1932 PRE-OLYMPICS
(125)
CARY, Ill. -- Buried under snow imported from Michigan, the steel slide sings under the swift runners of 50 daring stars. Sigmund and Birgus Ruud, Norwegian aces, perform dual jumps to send chills through the spectators, and Kaare Walberg, with a leap of 183 feet, shatters the hill record of 173 feet. The Ruud brothers try innovations that furnish the meet with sensational stunts and give a brief demonstration of their forthcoming attempt for the laurels in the coming international games.
COIFFURE FEATHERS TO MATCH GOWNS, IS NEWEST PARIS EDICT
(112)
NEW YORK, N. Y. -- For the first time in this country, Louis Parme, noted head-dress authority, displays the latest creation from the French style centre. Fashioned of coque, breast of swan, and other fancy plumes the Mode is made to fit the Woman and set off her formal evening attire, and presents a striking ensemble to dazzle the male of the species.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW YORK, N. Y.--Collegians meet in anti-war demonstration!--Students from 65 countries demand international peace.
(70)
LOS ANGELES, Cal. -- Woman succeeds in eerie job! -- Mrs. O. H. Stubergh only one of her sex to run wax-figure plant.
(84)
PRISON "CAFETERIA" EXPERIMENT AMAZES PENAL AUTHORITIES
(133)
MONROE, Wash. -- Modern feeding methods employed by the Washington State Reformatory improve service to convicts, assure economy and provide a better menu. Under the administration of Warden Joseph A. St. Peter, 700 men help themselves in 10 minutes, through the rapid movement of four lines parading past steam tables where the food is kept hot. The unusual test satisfies local officials and wins the unstinted praise of international authorities.
RECORD CROWD SEES TURF SEASON OPENER AT NEW HIALEAH PARK
(147)
MIAMI, Fla. -- Under the guiding hand of Jockey AI Snider, Flying Heels gallops home to a stirring victory in the Inaugural Handicap. Out-maneuvering the entire field, Snider brings his mount to the finish tape first, impressing the colorful opening day gathering of 15,000 persons. Taking advantage of the recently legalized betting, the Pari-Mutuel machines do a land-office business among the turf devotees at the beautiful course on which Joseph E. Widener spent $1,000,000 for improvements.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-01-18, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Communism, Political demonstrations, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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Universal Newsreels, Release 10, January 29, 1931
in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 6 mins
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Fidel Castro, and childhood.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 10 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1931, originally published 1931), 6 mins
Description
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Fidel Castro, and childhood.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 10
U.S. MAKES APOLOGY TO MUSSOLINI; ORDERS GEN. BUTLER TO TRIAL
(72)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Speech at Philadelphia by the torpedo of the Marines, in which he repeated story accusing Italy's premier of killing child in hit-and-run, brings protest from Rome and results in his being orde...
This newsreel, published by Universal Pictures Company, is about the U.S. Congress, Fidel Castro, and childhood.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME III NUMBER 10
U.S. MAKES APOLOGY TO MUSSOLINI; ORDERS GEN. BUTLER TO TRIAL
(72)
WASHINGTON, D. C. -- Speech at Philadelphia by the torpedo of the Marines, in which he repeated story accusing Italy's premier of killing child in hit-and-run, brings protest from Rome and results in his being ordered to arrest himself at Quantico, Va., preliminary to general courtmartial. He is third officer of his rank in history of U.S. Army to face such a trial.
VETERAN AVIATORS AMAZED AT SOLO HOP BY 12-YEAR-OLD BOY
(76)
MINEOLA, N.Y. -- Quitting his desk in the sixth grade of school at Suffern, N.Y., Joseph Sheehan Jr., becomes flying student under Okey Bevins, air expert, and is permitted to pilot plane. He does fine up above, but his landing finesse is not so hot and he bumps the bumps plenty.
NATION CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF FOUNDING OF EMPIRE
(80)
BERLIN, Germany -- Battle flags of World War and other campaigns are brought forth as old and young veterans march before the venerable President Von Hindenberg and thousands of cheering citizens massed before the Reichstag buildings.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, ILL. -- Jobless errand boy beats unemployment! -- Puts delivery bike to work as baby taxi.
(47)
BERLIN, Germany -- Teach tango by map! -- Ingenious floor chart aids dance tyros.
(73)
TOLEDO, Ohio -- Permanent waves for men! -- Vain males use feminine methods in search of beauty.
(41)
MRS. HUDDLESTON IN "SWIMATHON" VICTORY AS RIVALS COLLAPSE
(89)
SAN FRANCISCO, Cal. -- Three women -- a flapper, a four-time mother and a world's champion -- meet in attempt to lower latter's aquatic endurance record of more than 86 hours, with result that Miss Hall of Memphis, is taken out exhausted after 51 hrs., 20 mins. Mrs. Leonard of Tracy, California, lasts for 70 hrs., 24 mins., and the title holder 78 hrs., 32 mins.
WHISKERED ATHLETES LOSE TO GIRL TEAM IN FAST "CAGE" DUEL
(68)
OAK PARK, Ill. -- Far-famed House of David basketeers, for third time in succession, bow in defeat before the Taylor girls' team headed by Elizabeth Falby. Asking no quarter from their bushy and agile opponents, the flappers set them a hot pace and score victory by 15-13.
ICE-BOATERS IN PERIL; VIOLENT WINDSTORM ATTACKS TINY CRAFT
(77)
MAUMEE BAY, Ohio -- Daring men and girls, adepts at dangerous and thrilling winter sport, encounter double menace in thaw and a fifty-mile gale which sweeps across course, causing many upsets and bringing several of them to the brink of disaster.
ANCIENT MARDI GRAS CUSTOM INTRODUCES SPRING BREW SEASON
(71)
ROTTWEIL, Germany -- Revival of annual festival, inaugurated centuries before a stein song or a saxophone were thought of on Broadway, brings together all the villagers in this section of the Black Forest, where it's no sin but a patriotic duty to work up a thirst. Maskers frolic in street pageant preceding main business of the day -- tasting the beer liberally and often.
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Date Written / Recorded
1931
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1931-01-29
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Airplane pilots, Childhood, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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Universal Newsreels, Release 33, April 18, 1932
in Universal Newsreels, Release 33 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 10 mins
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about amusement parks and wildfires.
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in Universal Newsreels, Release 33 (Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood: Universal Pictures Company, 1932, originally published 1932), 10 mins
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This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about amusement parks and wildfires.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 33
WINDY CITY MOURNS AS FLAMES SWEEP FAMOUS RESORT
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CHICAGO, Ill. -- Spontaneous combustion of a paint supply, on hand to give Riverview Park a new dress, results in a fire that razes most of the pleasure pavilions in the amusement center. The conflagration proves unmanageable for the private...
This video, published by Universal Pictures Company Inc., is about amusement parks and wildfires.
UNIVERSAL NEWSPAPER NEWSREEL VOLUME IV NUMBER 33
WINDY CITY MOURNS AS FLAMES SWEEP FAMOUS RESORT
(98)
CHICAGO, Ill. -- Spontaneous combustion of a paint supply, on hand to give Riverview Park a new dress, results in a fire that razes most of the pleasure pavilions in the amusement center. The conflagration proves unmanageable for the private fire-fighting force. The rapid spread of the blaze threatens the entire place, and the city department is summoned to assist in controlling the fire. The racing roller coaster, encircling the entire grounds, is consumed, with other popular concessions, including the famous "Bug House" that provided gaiety for millions, as the licking flames mount 200 feet in the air. One of the capitals of hilarity crippled as the new season dawns.
PILGRIM HORDES JAM HISTORIC VILLAGE TO HONOR "BLACK VIRGIN"
(114)
LE PUY, France -- Thousands of devout Catholics journeying from all corners of the world retreat to this village to commemorate one of the rarest fetes in the history of the faith. Occurring only when Good Friday falls on the Feast of the Annunciation, the picturesque rite has happened only 24 times in 700 years and will not take place again until 2005. The feast marks the celebration of the presentation by the Pagan Egyptian Sultan to King Louis IX of his conception of the Blessed Mother. A rare event never before pictured on the screen.
ARTISANS COMPLETE GREAT ROCKEFELLER MEMORIAL CARILLON
(99)
CROYDON, England -- One of the greatest sets of chimes in the world are finished by expert casters, and are prepared for immediate shipment to America. Ordered by John D., Jr. to honor his mother's memory, the bells, comprising 72 different units are to be installed at the Chapel of the University of Chicago. Including a 17-ton Bourdon, one of the finest in the universe, the bells, frames and fittings weigh approximately 374,000 pounds. A 5-foot drum, electrically controlled, operating the console, is tested and approved, as the great multi-part instrument gets ready for its long voyage.
BOSTON, Mass. -- Repairs on giant liner give work to scores!--Leviathan's beauty treatments a boon to idle ship-workers.
(102)
9 DEAD, 60 INJURED IN $5,000,000 STATE BUILDING MYSTERY EXPLOSION
(118)
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Like a bolt from the blue, while 130 men toiled at double-time to bring the project to completion on schedule, a gas formation in the sub-basement set off a blast that rocked the whole city and wrecked the first floor of the 17-story structure. Scores of laborers, pinned under falling debris suffered injuries in the catastrophe in which the death toll mounted hourly. Ambulance surgeons and rescue squads administer to the stricken and comb the ruins for survivors, while state and local officials launch investigations into the underlying causes of the fatal explosion, under the personal supervision of Gov. White.
ANCIENT RITES MARK OPENING OF BIBLICAL FEAST OF PASSOVER
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CHICAGO, Ill. -- Jews of the world greet the advent of the famous spring festival by participating in the Seder ritual, the family fete that marks the beginning of the 7-day sacred holiday. Commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from the oppression of the Egyptians, devoted millions trudge back to the natal fire-sides to sip sacramental wines and keep a rigid diet of matzos with their parents during the holy period. One of the most picturesque occasions of the year in the ancient religion that has endured nearly 6000 years.
BEGIN HEROIC TASK TO RECLAIM AGE-OLD MALARIAL MARSHES
(111)
ROME, Italy -- Premier Mussolini sets off the hundred explosions that start the mountainous job of rehabilitating the Pontine disease-infested swamps. Charges of dynamite loosen tree stumps on the 200,000-acre tract between this city and the Tyrrehenian Sea. And at a given signal hundreds of war veterans and farmers set to their task, in the reclamation of the vast area, which has been heretofore deemed impossible of salvaging. More than 100 tractors plow over the ground in the huge project, which Il Duce is determined to turn into fertile grain-growing land. Another feather in the cap of the indomitable Premier.
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Date Written / Recorded
1932
Field of Study
Newsreels
Content Type
Newsreel
Date Published / Released
1932-04-18, 1932
Publisher
Universal Pictures Company
Series
Universal Newsreels
Topic / Theme
Amusement parks, Wildfires, Great Depression, 1929-1941, Trade and Commerce, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Historical Event
Great Depression, 1929-1941
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