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Newsreels: 1931 Events At Home And Abroad
Newsreels 1931 stock footage documents world events, politics and war as well as sports, fashion and entertainment for the year of 1931. Our Public Domain Stock Footage newsreels cover every major world event, the not so major events, strides in technology, the lives of public figures, fads and trends. Newsreels 1931 is an incredibly rich resource of visual history that tells the story of the year 1931. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31031)
CROWDS ACCLAIM ROYAL JAPANESE PRINCE AND BRIDE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – A miniature Lindbergh welcome is accorded heir presumptive to throne of the Mikados as he and beautiful wife, sweetheart of his childhood, are escorted up Broadway to City Hall and greeting by mayor Jimmy Walker.
DECLARD HOLIDAY TO HONOR 80TH BIRTHDAY OF PRES. MASARYK
PRAGUE, CZECHOSLOVAKIA – Citizens cheer, soldiers march in tribute to man who led them in successful revolt and separation from Austria-Hungary. Son of a royal coachman, apprentice locksmith and blacksmith, country’s chief made self a teacher and philosopher, and crowds show their admiration and affection for him.
INVENTOR FINISHES ODD AIR-LINER MODEL AFTER YEAR’S LABOR
NEW YORK,N.Y. – With the hull of an ocean liner, the cigar-shaped gas envelope of a Zep and the flat top deck of a plane carrier, this strange craft, designed by Charles J. Smith, is meant for sky and sea travel, capable of launching a fleet of fighting machines high above the clouds and then descending to water.
PRESIDENT ATTENDS LONGWORTH BURIAL AS NATION MOURNS
CINCINNATI, OHIO – Showing plainly the grief he feels at loss of friend and party leader, Mr. Hoover bows beside bier of late Speaker in church and at grave in Spring Grove Cemetery. Mrs. Hoover, Alice Roosevelt Longworth and her stepmother, widow of Theodore Roosevelt, in funeral procession.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
MEDFORD, MASS. – Introduce new course for students! Tufts College adds tap-dancing to curriculum.
WASHINTGON, D.C. – Famous cherry blossoms a bloom! Throngs hail annual budding of Japan’s gift to America.
ANTIOCH, ILL. – Dwell in church despite trustees’ protest! Spiering family in holy abode after own home burns.
NEW YORK, N.Y. – “Susie” fills bassinette at last! Long awaited addition cheers Bactrian (highbrow for camel) mother.
GAY CITIZENS TEST “EIN STEIN” THEORY AS BREW SEASON OPENS
MUNICH, GERMANY – Populace stages festival to celebrate new run of famed Salvator beer in city where lager drinking is an art and a virtue. Songs, dances and street parade feature vast picnic, with hot frankfurters and roast spring chicken as relishes for celebrated beverage.
COMMUNIST WORKERS DEFY LANDOWNERS IN “FARM-PLAN” UPRISING
KOROVYE, U.S.S.R. – 5,000 Ural mountain men and women, with plows, harrows and other agricultural implements gather in mass protest and proceed with scheme of cooperative crop-raising in defiance of Kulaks, or wealthy peasant class who claim soil despite Soviet program of equal rights. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31032)
KING ALFONSO FLEES AS NATION DECLARES ITSELF A REPUBLIC
MADRID, SPAIN – Last of the Bourbons, forced to seek refuge in Paris after popular vote indicates people’s desire for end of monarchy, is seen with his crack troops and Dictator Gen. Berenguer, whose iron rule is believed responsible for monarch’s plight. Revolutionary leaders and scenes show temper of populace.
11 DEAD, 54 INJURED IN FATAL BLAZE RAGING 35 FEET UNDERGROUND
CHICAGO, ILL. – Firemen and workers, trapped by flame, gases and smoke after blast in Drainage Canal tunnel, perish even as rescue workers risk own lives to try and bring them out. Victims are hauled to surface and fresh air by means of bucket similar to that used in mine shafts. Vast crowds hamper relief efforts.
S.P.C.A. PREPARES FOR BUSY SEASON AS KIDS HEED OUTDOORS CALL
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Dedicated to “Be-kind-to Animals-Week,” unusual camera shots show youngsters bringing maimed and ailing pets – stray dogs and cats – to hospital where dumb sufferers are accorded kindly and scientific treatment. Hordes of other children profit by lesson in humane aid.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
ARLINGTON, VA. – Japan honors Unknown Soldier! Prince Takamatsu lays wreath on national shrine.
BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Frosh “say it with flour”! Sophs whitewashed in yearly Long Island University Class Rush.
ANCIENT RITES MARK PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF “HOLY SATURDAY”
FLORENCE, ITALY – Cradle of art, religion and learning of the Latin nation, this city stages annual tribute to Saint Mary, with Archbishop of community heading sacred pageant. Ox drawn, and preceded by company of priests, guards and trumpeters, blessed relic is conveyed through streets between lanes of devout worshippers.
LONG SHOT VICTORY USHERS IN 1931 RACING ON EASTERN CIRCUIT
AQUEDUCT, N.Y. – United Hunts meet, curtain raiser to regular meeting on half a dozen tracks in Metropolitan district, brings out large crowds of society leaders to watch steeplechases and runnings on the flat. Princess Clovelly, backed down from 20 to 1 to 7 to 1, takes feature jumping event after several rivals and jockeys fall at hurdles.
RESIDENTS FIGHT TO SAVE HOMES FROM FOREST FIRE PERIL
MENOMINEE, MICH. – With flames raging in various towns near here and across the state line in Wisconsin, citizens make common cause against them and join forces to resist ravaging foe. Large areas enveloped in smoke and blazing embers which menace many domiciles.
HOOVER AND FAMILY SEE MACKMEN NIP SENATORS IN OPENER
WASHINGTON, D.C. – President and wife, with son Allen and Mrs. Herbert Hoover Jr., form center of cabinet group at start of pennant race inaugurated when nation’s chief hurls first ball to diamond. White House occupant proves self a keen and interested fan as Athletics and Washington battle. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31033)
FLOWER OF EUROPE’S NOBILITY SEES UNION OF ROYAL COUSINS
PALERMO, ITALY – Exiled regal has-beens acclaim Prince Henry of Bourbon, Count of Paris, son of pretender to throne of France as he weds Princes Isabelle of Orleans-Braganza, daughter of claimant to Brazilian throne in brilliant cathedral ceremony. Bride’s train, of priceless Brussels lace, held in place by bandeau of diamonds, is 20 feet long.
BOWLING ACES SHINE IN WOMEN’S ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL MEET
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Maple pins crash in strikes and spares as feminine stars of Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Pueblo and other cities compete with eastern experts for honors in championship battles on glistening alleys. Plenty of skill and arm power revealed to huge gallery.
HERRING STAMPEDE NETS RICH HAUL FOR CAPE COD SEINERS
WAREHAM, MASS. – Warm weather lures schools of fish in hordes, 30 smiles up Nemasket River for spawning, as each fish seeks pond where it was born. Result: Millions are trapped and they involuntarily go into competition with cod in a big way as breakfast centerpieces.
SEAMEN’S INSTITUTE SUBDUES ROVERS IN BABY-POLO THRILLER
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Sailors of all nations amuse throng of spectators on waterfront as they mount Kiddie Kars, instead of horses or skiffs, and tumble about for fun. Land-lubbers beat seagoers in rough, tough battle.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CHICAGO, ILL. – Builds ships in bottles as hobby! Unique models require six months of Harold Bodkin’s time to construct.
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Wedding climaxes midget romance! Tiny lovers embark on marital sea after whildwind courtship.
PASADENA, CAL. – Hold lightweight bed-making championships@ Blanche Scott wins Chamermaids’ Sweepstakes in 3 mins., 52 secs.
MARATHON CLASSIC WON BY 40-YEAR-OLD; BEATS FIELD OF 238
BOSTON, MASS. – James P. Henigan, of Medford, Mass., after twenty years of trying, wins his first victory over historic 26-mile, 385-yard course in Boston Athletic Cub race. Father of five children, athlete crowns long career with laurel wreath sent from Greece and, along the route, mows down veteran Clarence De Mar, 7-time winner.
TRAFFIC JAMS FORCE WEE AUTO TRIALS ON SKY HIGH SPEEDWAY
NEW YORK, N.Y. – K.L. Morehouse, Detroit race drive, guides flask-size car around chin rest of building eighteen stories in air, and is finally able to sneer down on bigger rivals who chased him and his machine off streets and to tall track. He spend 3 ? years constructing vehicle. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31034)
DELIRIOUS CROWDS ACCLAIM REPUBLIC AS KING ABDICATES
MADRID, SPAIN – Cheering, swirling thousands, massed in celebration of new freedom born when nation was engulfed by revolution, hear Alcala Zamora, rebel chief and first provisional president of former monarchy, tell of the fall of the Bourbons represented by Alfonso, and give promise for the future.
KING PRAJAIHIPOK AND BRIDE ACCORDED CORDIAL RECEPTION
SCARBOROUGH, N.Y. – One of the world’s three remaining absolute monarchs, highly cultured ruler of almost 12,000,000 persons is met at station by crowd of villagers who welcome him and his queen to America, whither he comes for an eye operation in the effort to avoid blindness.
AUTOGIRO AWARDED HONOR TROPHY AFTER WHITE HOUSE LANDING
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pilot Jim Ray, flying “windmill” plane, is first aviator to descent in front of Executive Mansion. President Hoover presents Collier cup, for greatest aeronautical achievement of year, to flier and head of company he represents.
REVERENT THRONGS HAIL PROCESSIONAL OF THE HOLY BLOOD
BRUGES, BELGIUM – High church dignitaries and laymen join in annual religious rite which includes floats, sacred relics and devout players who enact the scenes attendant upon the descent from the Cross by Christ. Spectacle is one of the most beautiful and impressive of all Passion Week fetes.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
WASHINGTON, D.C. – “Maggie” to offer offspring to Byrd! Famous Polar canine hopes son will replace late “Igloo” in explorer’s affections.
MARIETTA, GA. – Circus clowns learn art of leaping! Daring funsters thrill crowds with jump feats.
LOS ANGELES, CAL. – Challenges jungle king with soapsuds! Intrepid Mel. Koontz difies Jackie’s ire in weekly bathing set-to.
SPEEDING AIRPLANE SUCCESSFUL IN FIRST MAIL ROOFTOP PICKUP
NORFOLK, VA. – Roger Wolf Kahn, millionaire’s band leader-aviator son, flies herre from New York and makes daring test at low altitude. Swooping down to within a few yards of building only 102 feet high, he thrice scoops up postal pouch catapulted from roof of structure. Triumph made in face of real peril.
GIANT REVIEW GREETS FAREWELL VISIT OF PRESIDENT OF FRANCE
TUNIS, TUNISIA – Doumergue, prior to retirement, is guest of native ruler, watches foot and mounted tribesmen in military display, with skilled horse warriors giving him an exhibition of riding ability which is not excelled anywhere in the world. Galloping Spahis, rifles waving aloft, dash furiously across sands in mock attack. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31035)
PENN. TIES 16-YEAR OLD MILE RELAY MARK IN CLASSIC TRACK MEET
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – Spring carnival marked by Homeric efforts of Ohio State University team that upset quarter-mile and medley events. Spills that carve nicks in hurdlers’ ships feature a hard fought contest in the rain before crowd that almost filled the vast stadium at Franklin Field.
DOG HEROES RECEIVE HONOR MEDALS FOR OUTSTANDING VALOR
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Neither size nor breed provide qualifications for standing in “The Dog Legion” where bravery only counts. Twelve are decorated for fearless action in circumstances that may have meant death to masters. Mutts cavort with pedigreed canines.
NATIVE PATRIOTTS HAIL FIRST OFFICIAL VISIT OF HEIR TO THRONE
TRIPOLI, LIBIA – Native colonial troops tender a colorful reception to Prince Humbert, Crown Prince of Italy, on African journey with his bride, formerly Princess Maria Jose, of Belgium. Royal party is acclaimed by milling crowds eager for initial glimpse of their future ruler.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
BERKELEY, CAL. – Police begin anti-faulty brake drive. Drastic campaign against lax motorists brings quick results.
EAST PITTSBURGH, PA. – 144 cars stored in space at six! Novel device intended to relieve traffic and parking problems.
LOS ANGELES, CAL – Chimpanzee apes cameraman! “Snookie” conducts own big game expedition in wilds of Luna Park.
FIRST YALE-HARVARD RUGBY GAME ENDS IN ELI DEFEAT; SCORE 14-3
CAMBRIDGE, MASS. – After many scrub contests, traditional American college foes play for the records. English universities that make this their major sport have nothing on the rough and ready manner in which the Blue and Crimson toss each other around.
CHINATOWN GUARDED AS RIVAL TONGS HOLD ANNUAL CONVENTIONS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Thousands of Chinese from al parts of nation gather in Oriental quarter for conclaves of Hip Sings and On Leongs, held simultaneously for first time in history of this country. Antagonists may sign disarmament agreement. Extra police detachments mingle with crowds to prevent outbreak. Dragon is paraded through streets to expel “evil spirits” and business “depression”.
RACE DRIVER UNHURT AS CAR CRASHES INTO FENCE AT TOP SPEED
LOS ANGELES, CAL. – Allen Special thrills crowd in spectacular wreck of auto catapulted from the race course during the Ascot Feature but he miraculously escapes death. Mel McKee in daring finish forges ahead of favored Ernie Triplett. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31036)
FIRE RAZES $1,800,000 PALACE BOUGHT FOR AMERICAN EMBASSY
BERLIN, GERMANY – The home given to Field Marshal Bluecher by King Frederick William III for services in the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo purchased to house U.S. diplomatic corps is swept by blaze that threatened many Unter der Linden buildings, 120-room house on 65,000 square feet of land-burned to ground in the shadow of Brandenburgher gate.
COUNTRYMEN TEST
Guns and trucks moved over Bush River… experiments to prove heavier arms can keep up with fast traveling infantry. Avoiding chances for an enemy attack the Sixth Regiment bridges… hide and seek with smoke screen laid down by tiny motorcade.
COLORFUL WEDDING RITES MARK UNION OF ROYALTY OF 2 NATIONS
LANGENBURG, GERMANY – Prince of Hohenlohe-Langenburg marries Princess Margarete of Greece, niece of Prince Christopher, before gathering, including Dowager Queen Marie of Rumania, of nobles who once were important personages in Europe’s monarchies. Most of them now have little more than titles.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
CAPE HENRY, VA. – Storm routs Colonists Landing Celebration! President forced to flee cloudburst that dampens ardor of 10,000 spectators.
OGDEN, UTAH – Amateur marksman makes perfect score! G.L. Becker gives amazing demonstration of shooting prowess.
DUBUQUE, IA. – Record explosion blasts cliff! Wreckers detonate 3 tons of dynamite in hazardous operation.
DALLAS, TEX. – Rolls 20 tires at once! V.J. Richardson excels in odd feat – and with one hand, too.
LOYAL ARAB SHEIKS HAIL STATE VISIT OF HEIR TO THRONE
MISDA, LIBIA – Colonial subjects greet Crown Prince Humbert at the edge of desert with native ritual of salutation. Colorfully bedecked tribe leaders offer review and pageant, featured by gyrating dance, in honor of future king and his bride on African tour.
FRENCE ACE WINS 3RD ANNUAL 200-MILE GRAND PRIX THRILLER
MONACO, MONACO – Scores of Europe’s most daring auto drivers speed over twisting uphill course in sensational race won by Cbiron. Cars careen around hairpin turns as drivers fight for lead in breath-taking contest in picturesque municipality on Mediterranean. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31037)
COLUMBIA OARSMEN BEAT YALE AND PENN IN REGATTA CLASSIC
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Young Dick Glendon’s varsity eight sweeps to victory a length ahead of Ed Leader’s Eli crew and out in front of Red and Blue shell in fourth annual renewal of Blackwell Cup race on Harlem River. Blue and White boys row smoothly to win in a walk.
FLAMES BAR RESCUE AT BLAZING GUSHER WHERE 8 MET DEATH
GLADEWATER, TEX. – Fire fighters don asbestos suits to check apread of inferno through woods. Sinclair oil well in roaring conflagration as derrick floor explodes. Pillars of destruction shoot high in the air, with army of volunteers waging fruitless war against relentless foe.
DEWEY HONORED ON 33RD ANNIVERSARY OF MANILA BAY VICTORY
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – The U.S.S. Olympia, flagship of the immortal admiral’s fleet, is scene of celebration by men who fought under him in the conquest of the Philippines in the war with Spain. Congressional Medal Men participate in fete commemorating the event that brought them fame.
CHEERING THOUSANDS GREET ARRIVAL OF EX-KING OF SPAIN
LONDON, ENG. – Alfonso is accorded rousing welcome to Britain’s capital. The ruler without a country visits native land of his Queen to enroll his son, Prince Juan, in the Navy of her nation, and incidentally, to look over the list of apartments to rent.
TALLEST STRUCTURE IN WORLD OFFICIALLY OPENED TO PUBLIC
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Ceremony marks dedication of the Empire State Building. Opened by Alfred E. Smith waving his good-luck brown derby toward the towering pinnacle as his grandchildren aid him in unlocking the doors of the mammoth edifice.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
WELLESLEY, MASS. – Co-ed seniors in annual hoop-roll! Undergrads salute outgoing upper classmen, - er – classwomen.
FORT WORTH, TEX. – Inventors perfect new auto-boat! Flivver furnished motive power for odd marine device.
COMMUNISTS QUIET IN GIANT MAY DAY MEET UNDER EYE OF POLICE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Veterans of Foreign Wars, Socialists, and Reds successively occupy Union Square Park, each offering their ideas on the economic situation, without display of tempers. Red hordes are urged to action by speakers, but nothing happens to disturb the bored bluecoats.
NAVY DEMONSTRATE AERIAL TORPEDOS IN SHAM BATTLE TRIALS
IN THE PACIFIC – First and exclusive pictures of Naval Air Bombers setting down charted projectiles into ocean. Planes fly with their deadly burden from carrier ship Lexington and drop automatically propelled shells into water as they speed eight feet above the surface. This latest method of attack was developed by Admiral Bradley Fiske and marks a new era in sea-warfare offense. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31038)
“2-GUN” SLAYER CAUGHT IN DESPERATE BATTLE WITH ARMY OF POLICE
NEW YORK, N.Y – Sought as the murderer of a policeman and a dance hall hostess, Francis Crowley puts up fight reminiscent of wild west before ammunition gives out and tear gas bombs bring his surrender. Rudolph Duringer, accused of one killing, and Helen Walsh, 16-year old girl, taken with him.
DAREDEVIL ARTISANS RUSH COMPLETION OF COLONIAL EXPOSITION
VINCENNES, FRANCE – Monuments of fete erected by all nations to mark world’s fair put carpenters and tradesmen on their mettle. Hazardous heights are ventured to construct colorful spectacle that will draw crowds from all over the world.
RIDING THRILLS MARK OPENING OF ANNUAL HILL-AND-DALE CHASE
CHESTER, PA. – Crack troop of military college gallop in a daring display of horsemanship in Spring review. Members are boys ranging from 16 to 20 years and rate top honors in nation’s equestrian roll. Spills and saddle slips punctuate reckless adventure of youths aiming to out-distance rivals.
NEWS PRAGRAPHS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Lord Mayor of Liverpool pays a call! Manhattan-ites gape at robes and regalia of visiting British official.
DOBERITZ, GERMANY – Forest fauna see population increase! Camera captures first view ever seen of new baby boars.
FORT MYERS, FLA. – rounds out 6 months of self-exile! Modern Robinson Crusoe goes back to nature and scorns civilization, taxes and unemployment.
MUSSOLINA INITIATES 10,000 BOY FASCISTS ON CITY’S 2684TH BIRTHDAY
ROME, ITALY – Legions of youthful followers acclaim II Duce in striking symbolical session attended by 30,000 in plaza of ancient world’s center of culture. Ovation greets the Dictator as he trods the Tribune on which Caesar, Cicero, Mark Anthony and greats of Golden Age walked.
DEFY HAZARDS IN BUILDING BRIDGE AT CAVE-OF-THE-WINDS
NIAGARA, N.Y. – workmen at base of Fals brave screaming rapids to stretch span over dangerous waters so sight-seeing can be made safe for honey-mooners on State Reservation. Tons of mist drive on their heads like beating rainstorm as curving walk is constructed.
NEW TRAIN MARVEL BREAKS RAIL RECORDS WITH 78- MILE SPEED
PARIS, FRANCE – Era of swifter transportation featured by epoch in Continental travel. The world’s fastest flier skims over road to Orleans Tours, and Poitiers, a distance of 362.4 miles in less than eight hours. Pace maintained over route in race to make new time table to meet requirements of cash customers. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31039)
FOOTBALL STAR SETS NEW OUTBOARD MARK IN HUDSON RIVER RACE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Red Woodward charges through swarm of small craft as he did for Northwestern University on gridiron. Professional and amateur entrants fade before fury of fiery-headed pilot shooting leaping motor-boat over finish line, clipping several minutes from record.
LOCAL BUSINESSMEN’S “HELP YOUR NEIGHBOR” IDEA AIDS HUNDREDS
DENVER, COL. – City’s leaders meet unemployment problem and spring cleaning requirements with one fell swoop of paint brush. They kill two birds with the same stone by hiring jobless to give store-fronts new coats. Merchants officia’s and wage-collectors are all happy.
CHEERING THOUSANDS GREET ANNUAL HIKE OF GOTHAN’S “FINEST”
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Sidewalks seethe with approving populace as Mayor Jimmy Walker leads police department up Broadway and Fifth Avenue for inspection. Executive accepts plaudits along five-mile route, that he makes on foot just as lowest rookie.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
WENATCHEE, WASH. – Huge new dam harnesses mighty Columbia River! Rush completion of marvelous $28,000,000 engineering feat!
LITTLE ROCK, ARK. – Vatican honors beloved prelate! Rt. Rev. Morris made Papal Count on Silver Jubilee.
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Nerveless steeplejack gives skyscraper annual face-wash! John Moore rivals mountain goats 800 feet up famous Woolworth Building.
CHICAGO, ILL. – Defies advocates of birth-control! Mother and 16 new offspring doing dog-gone well.
ELABORATE PAGEANT USHERS IN GORGEOUS 1931 RAISIN FESTIVAL
FRESNO, CAL. – Grape city opens fete with colorful parade marking the season’s beginning. Queen Ai’een Higgins and Governor Rolph ride through streets at the head of column of magnificent floats. Mummers’ division with grotesque figures furnish comic interlude in state’s display of floral beauty.
PHILANTHROPIST PAYS CLOSED BANK’S DEBTS TO CHILD DEPOSITORS
VINELAND, N.L. – Colonel Evan E. Kimble, financier, plays Santa Claus… savings to youthful clients of defunct competitor and renews waning faith in the benefits of keeping pennies in a safe place.
5,000 MADE DESTITUTE AS RAGING FLAMES RAZE NATIVE HOMES
MANILA, P.I. – Fire sweeps slum section of city, rendering Filipinos hutless. Thatch-roofed domiciles fall in hundreds as path is cut through by conflagration. To evade greater damage and stem the tide of destruction rescuers pick up homes and walk. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1931 (UE31040)
ITALY – U.S. AMATEUR BOXERS BREAK EVEN IN EXCITING TOURNEY
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Simon pures of two nations throw jabs and hooks with accuracy worthy of champs in battles for lead in dual meet before crowd of 8,000. Friendly rivalry does not dampen ardor of opponents eager to cop contests for their team. Bouts ending in stand-off, each taking four thrilling tussles.
BIKE RACING ENDED AS FIRE DESTROYS FAMOUS VELODROME
BERLIN, GERMANY – Pine saucer, where World’s best pedalists competed for honors, and stadium go up in smoke with capital public safety forces vainly trying to save some portion of structure. Great athletic plant a total loss.
WORLD’S FINEST DOGS VIE IN 17TH ANNUAL KENNEL CLUB SHOW
OAKLAND, CAL. – Aristocracy of canine population brought together in one of four best meets in America. Pedigreed lines of all breeds seek ribbons in outstanding classes. 800 entrants compete for honors.
NEWS PARAGRAPHS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Estonian lads finish adventurous voyage! Youthful brothers arrive after 11,000-mile trip in 28-foot sloop.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – 40,000 attend Military Field Mass! Archbishop Curey of Baltimore, officiates at colorful rites.
ASTORIA, N.Y. – Special stamp issue commemorates 50th Red Cross Anniversary! Marie Bard only living woman to adorn American postage.
LYNN, MASS. – Pajamas for the working girl! Shoe factory maids report on the job clad in debutantes’ beach garb.
ODD WATER PAGEANT CELEBRATES ANNUAL “SANTA MARTA’S DAY”
MANILA, P.I. – Symbolical fete revived by traditional display of colorful native rites marked by “banca” race in river through suburbs in which losers get a “ducking” for their efforts. Ancient island dances feature event on gorgeous pagodas festooned with grotesque and beautiful decorations, for occasion.
ROYALTY APPLAUDS DARING HORSEMEN IN INTERNATIONAL MEET
ROME, ITALY – Crack equestrians of European armies thrill audience with spectacular steeplechase stunts for honors of continent. Regal personages, past and present, and new order in political life, entranced. King Victor Emanuel, ex-Crown Prince of Germany, and Vittorio and Bruno Mussolini, sons of dictator, view contests with rapt interest. |
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