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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41031)
MEXICAN EARTHQUAKE
First, Dramatic Pictures of Catastrophe That Took Hundreds of Lives and Toppled Entire Cities in Ruins.
COLIMA, MEXICO—Terrible scenes follow in wake of ‘quake that centered in this city, now a wasteland of ruined buildings and homeless natives. Hundreds met their death when disaster toppled buildings. Mexico City, too, felt the impact of the earthquake.
FOREST FIRES SWEEP EAST
LAKEWOOD, N. J.—A series of woodland blazes, fanned by high winds, ravages the dry “resort” section, destroying hundreds of homes and thousands of acres of forests. Thousands of troops from fort Dix help wardens and volunteers to combat the raging flames!
BRANT ROCK, MASS.—In the Boston area, hundreds of homes are lost as ravaging forest fires sweep through many sections. Thousands battle the roaring holocaust in an up-hill fight!
WEDDING BELLS FOR DEANNA
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.—Lovely Deanna Durbin, singing star, and handsome Vaughn Paul, young movie executive, are now “Mr. and Mrs.” Before hundreds of studio “pals” and film fold, Deanna appears in her first REAL romantic role!
ALL-WELDED SHIPS BEING BUILT
PASCAGOULA, MISS.—Three new 17,000-ton vessels for the South African “run” are nearing completion on parallel ways here. Welded, not riveted, the new ships will be the last word afloat.
TURF RACE SALUTE TO MEXICAN
JAMAICA, N. Y.—The Fifth Race is named in honor of Gen. Maximo Avila Camacho, brother of Mexico’s president, and as the General himself looks on, “Silent Witness” finishes first to make it a thriller.
TANKS ROLL OFF ASSEMBLY LINE
BERWICK, PA.—Interesting mass production scenes at American Car & Foundry plant, where 12-ton tanks for the Army are rushed in increasing numbers. Officers check the finished tanks, as they are put through intensive tests.
FLY-WEIGHT SLUGGERS MIX IT
NEW YORK, N. Y.—You’re in for action and laughs when young champs get going in bang-up bouts at the Kips Bay Boys Club. The 50-lb. Class gets top billing—and whatta round of fun and excitement!
BIG FIELD IN CLASSIC MARATHON
BOSTON, MASS.---Over one hundred runners, including veteran Clarence DeMar, “burn up” the pavement in the 45th annual Marathon. Leslie Pawson of Pawtucket wins in two and one half hours.
N’WEST FETES APPLE BLOSSOMS (special)
WENATCHEE, WASH.—40,000 natives and visitors crowd the colorful apple “capitol” of the Northwest for the gala float parade and crowning of the queen. Lovely lassies in a lovely setting! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41032)
U. S. RAID DEFENSES TESTED
Spectacular scenes as Uncle Sam tests the air defenses of New York City. From civilian “spotters,” word comes to the plotting board in Manhattan, where officers direct the activity of interceptor planes from Mitchel Field. It’s a thrilling game of chess—with our future safety at stake!
“GAS” DRILL FOR NAVY WORKERS
BREMERTON, WASH.—Hundreds of workers at the Puget Sound Navy Yard learn from Navy officers how to don gas masks in a hurry. They get actual gas chamber experience, and try working in gas masks.
TROOPS GET “BLITZ” LESSONS
FT. GEO. G. MEADE, MD.—“Spike” Webb, Navy Academy boxing coach, gives members of the 175th Infantry a few pointers for “close in” work! It’s not mechanized warfare—but it’s a novel “Blitz” anybody can understand!
R.A.F. RESCUE BOATS IN ACTION
IN ENGLAND—Countless hundreds of British fliers have been saved by speedy “crash” boats of the R.A.F. Here you see a thrilling rescue at sea, as aviators are picked up from their life-rafts after being shot down.
FARMERS TO GO TO POLLS SOON
WASHINGTON, D. C.—Agriculture Secretary Claude Wickard looks over the millions of ballots being printed for a nation-wide referendum May 31st on the question of wheat quotas! 10,000,000 persons will be affected by the balloting.
ARMY TESTS TRACKLESS TANK
FORT MYER, VA.—A new departure in tank construction—the trackless tank! The amazing reconnaissance car has four sets of huge rubber wheels, every one knee-action! It triumphs over obstacles with ease!
MEN’S CLUB HAS “LADIES NIGHT” (exclusive)
PHILADELPHIA, PA.—Things are in reverse at the Manufacturers and Bankers Club. Members dress up in their wives’ clothes to show the “new” style—and the wives howl with glee! You will, too!
MIDGET CAGERS IN MASS MEET (exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.—The rood of the Madison Square Boys Club is swarming with humanity, as the club members (not over 60 pounds each) take on the Roving Midgets in basketball. It’s a wild melee—and everybody scores!
LOOPS 82 TIMES IN A GLIDER
ARVIN, CALIF.—Don Stevens gets top billing at the annual Western Soaring Championships. Right before your eyes—Stevens loops his tricky glider again and again—and comes safely to earth! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41033)
HULL URGES “QUICK” AID TO BRITAIN
WASHINGTON, D. C.—American aid must get to England and get there quickly, or it won’t help anybody, the Secretary of State declares at a meeting of the Society of International Law.
HIGHER TAXES URGED
WASHINGTON, D. C.—American taxpayers will face the prospect of much higher taxes next year, Treasury Secretary Morgenthau tells Congress committee. Americans are willing to pay the price for adequate defense, he says!
NATIONAL DEFENSE IN THE NEWS
ARMY GETS NEW BIG TANKS
DETROIT, MICH.—First of a big order of medium tanks rolls off the Chrysler assembly line and undergoes impressive try-out tests.
ARMY TESTS ANTI-AIRCRAFT GUNS
CRAYLAND, WASH.—Troops of the 205th Coast Artillery fire new three-inch anti-aircraft guns in impressive tests along the Pacific. They fire “live” ammunition!
EDDYSTONE, PA.—The first of an order of the same M-3 tanks, equipped with 75 mm. Guns and a battery of smaller weapons—is also turned out at the Baldwin plant.
HENRY FORD INSPECTS BOMBER
DEARBORN, MICH.—The auto pioneer examines one of the huge, 4-motored B-24 bombers that the Ford company is going to build parts for. If anybody can turn them out in a hurry—he should be the one.
WORDERS HAIL CANADA WAR ACE
SAN DIEGO, CALIF.—Sixteen thousand workers at the Consolidated plant hail Air Marshall William Bishop, World War “Ace of Aces.” The Canadian recruiting chief inspects bomber production and learns how to “dunk a doughnut.”
GREG RICE WINS ANOTHER RACE
DES MOINES, IOWA—The burly-chested Notre Dame star scores another triumph, winning the mile-and-a-half at the Drake Relays, but it’s a close call! Other thrilling events are shown.
“MERMAIDS” FEED PORPOISES
MARINELAND, FLA.—Bathing beauties don diving helmets and go down in the huge aquarium to “wait on” the porpoises. They feed the nautical “kids” right out of their hands—and the fish love it!
NAVY “MIDGETS” MIX IT IN RING
ANNAPOLIS, MD.—In true Navy tradition, sons of Navy officers display their prowess in a miniature slug-fest. Ranging in age from four to ten, the “fly-weights” open up with a real sea-going barrage!
LONG-SHOT WINS BIG RACE
JAMAICA, N. Y.—Another “Derby” hopeful is born as Market Wise, an 18-2 “long-shot” wins the $23,000 Wood Memorial, coming from behind to beat Curious Coin by a whisker. The favorite, King Cole, comes in third. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41035)
F. D. R. SAYS NATION IS READY TO FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY AGAIN
STAUNTON, VA.—President Roosevelt, speaking at the dedication of Woodrow Wilson’s birthplace as a national shrine, says that the American people are “ever ready to fight again” for the existence of democracy.
WHIRLAWAY WINS THE DERBY
LOUISVILLE, KY.—Turfdom’s classic—the Kentucky Derby! Before 90,000 racing fans, the Bluegrass-bred colt, “Whirlaway,” with Jockey Eddie Arcaro “up,” wins by eight lengths to set a new Derby record!
WILLKIE SEES NEW PLANE PLANT
NASHVILLE, TENN.—Wendell Willkie dedicates the new Vultee aircraft plant, which is turning out planes for Britain on a 24-hour schedule. The former G.O.P. candidate predicts victory in the “war of production.”
PLAYGROUND FOR LIONS OPENED
NEW YORK, N. Y.—Look out! Here come those roaring lions—out into their new “African” playground at the Bronx Zoo. A moat keeps visitors out of harm’s way. Zebras and Springbok, too, have a special waterhole!
OBSERVATION PLANES “PEEL OFF”
GALBESTON, TEXAS—Thrilling scenes as squadrons of Army aircraft take part in realistic maneuvers along the Gulf. Cameramen aboard one plane get spectacular ‘shots’ as the ships dive down and shoot at sleeve targets.
ELEPHANTS CELEBRATE MAY DAY
PHILADELPHIA, PA—It’s a Pachyderm paradise—at the Zoo here on May Day. Officials open a new elephant house, with outdoor yard, into which the huge hulks amble. The monkeys and the hippos are also in rare form.
CZECHS IN BATTLE OF BRITAIN
IN ENGLAND—Prime Minister Churchill, accompanied by visiting U.S. military observers, inspects units of Czech forces now preparing for another chance at Naziism. They may not have to wait long.
WORKERS ARMY IN HUGE PARADE
MEXICO, D. F.—One hundred thousand workers, half in military dress, salute May Day with a monster parade and rally before the new president, General Camacho. Most of the marchers are undergoing military training.
MACHINES MOULD MILADY’S SHPAE (exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.—Keeping that “perfect figure” has been greatly simplified for Milady. No exercise or hard work—just relax and let the amazing machines at the MacLevy Salon do it for you. They “roll your own.” |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41036)
STIMSON URGES USE OF NAVY TO CONVOY SHIPS TO BRITAIN
WASHINGTON, D. C.—In an epochal statement, the Secretary of War asks the use of American warships to convoy war shipments to England. He declares that our fleet—the first line of defense—can best defend this country by guaranteeing delivery of goods to Britain.
TROOPS IN COLORFUL REVIEW
FORT DIX, N. J.—The Secretary of War, Frank Knox, with Lieut. Gen. Drum and others, inspects units of our growing armed forces in an impressive review. 16,000 “doughboys” and mechanized units take part.
TEST WORLD’S FASTEST PLANE
BURBANK, CALIF.—Thrilling scenes of test flight of new P-38 interceptor—a twin-engined craft that tops 400 m.p.h. in try-out flights. Called “Lightning” by the British who have ordered 1,000 of them!
AMERICANS ON NAVAL TOUR
NORFOLK, VA.—Admirals and other representatives of the American nations, including Argentina, Chile and others, arrive by plane on a good-will tour. They see a parade of naval cadets at the big fleet base.
AUSTRALIAN MINISTER ARRIVES
NEW YORK, N.Y.—Prime Minister Robert Menzies, 38-year-old head man “Down Under,” arrives on the Clipper for a meeting with U. S. officials. He urges quick delivery of war supplies to Britain.
SELASSIE RETURNS TO THRONE
ETHIOPA—Emperor Haile Selassie is back on his throne again, after being driven off by the Italians. Interesting scenes show him at the height of his power—before his five-year exile.
SETS NEW HELICOPTER RECORD
STRATFORD, CONN.—Igor Sikorsky, designer of U. S. fighting planes, hovers in the air an hour and a half to break the helicopter record. His amazing machine should make the birds green with envy.
SOCCER GAME ENDS IN FIGHT
NEW YORK, N. Y.—Plenty of action and a bang-up riot thrown in provide the thrills for fans at Madison Square Garden, as the St. Mary’s Celtics outpoint the Brooklyn Hispanos in a bang-up game.
HANK GREENBERG “IN ARMY NOW”
DETROIT, MICH.—Baseball is going to miss the colorful “Tiger” out fielder. Hank has been called into the Army and is inducted the day after his best game of all. Two home runs! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41037)
KING CAROL AND MADAM LUPESCU SAFE AFTER FLEEING EUROPE
HAMILTON—The ex-King of Rumania, who fled his country after ruling for ten years, reaches a haven of safety with Madam Lupescu. They are on their way to take up permanent residence in some South American country.
WAR IN EAST AND WEST ENTERS CRITICAL STAGE
MALTA—This tiny island fortress undergoes an intense bombing raid for the 234th time as Hitler seeks to conquer this key to the Mediterranean.
MATAPAN—H.M.S. Warspite puts in for refueling and ammunition after the epic battle in which she sunk or crippled most of the airships of the East Italian fleet.
ERITREA—Driving doggedly through rocky, hilly country British African troops drive the Italians out, capturing Cheren and taking many hundreds of prisoners.
LONDON—Back on the British Isles, Prime Minister Churchill receives an ovation from bombed families as he makes an extensive tour of wrecked homes.
WHIRLAWAY REPEATS DERBY TRIUMPH!
PIMLICO, MD.—Almost left at the post and a bad last at the half-way mark, Whilraway finishes in a rush to win the $50,000 Preakness purse by five lengths.
ROUND UP ITALIAN WAITERS
NEW YORK—Sixty Italians, formerly employed at the Italian Pavilion at the New York World’s Fair, are arrested for violating the immigration laws. They are taken to Ellis Island until they have a hearing.
JACK BENNY RIDES AGAIN!
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.—Screen and radio notables fete the film and air comic on the occasion of his tenth anniversary as a broadcast star. Don’t worry, his boss, Rochester, is on hand.
USE RADIO BOAT AS TARGET
FORT STORY, VA.—A radio-controlled boat is used as a target for 3-inch gun crews. Guided by wireless from the shore it is said to mark a new era in target practice maneuvers.
N’WEST SKIPPERS OPEN SEASON
SEATTLE, WASH.—Spanking breezes, bright sunshine and fluffy clouds prove ideal for yachts and their skippers, as the Northwest season opens with a thrilling regatta on lovely Lake Washington. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41038)
No. 3 NAZI FLEES TO BRITAIN
Interesting scenes showing Rudolf Hess, Hitler’s close lieutenant, who has astounded the world by his secret flight from Germany which ended in a parachute leap over Scotland. The dramatic sensation of the year.
AMERICA PREPARES
45,000 TROOPS IN MONSTER REVIEW
FT. LEWIS, WAH.—The greatest demonstration of our fighting forces finds thousands of troops and 4,000 vehicles of the IX Army Corps passing in review before Army officials.
NEW U. S. SUBMARINE LAUNCHED
PORTSMOUTH, N. H.—Another welcome addition to Uncle Sam’s fleet, this time a big undersea craft with great striking power and great range. It’s christened the “U.S.S. Drum.”
NEW AIRPLANE GUNS TESTED
DAYTON, OHIO—Four 30-cal. Guns and two 50’s, on a P-40 Pursuit, are fired at targets. The plane remains on the ground during the tests, for which tracer bullets are used.
KING PROVES A “GOOD SHOT”
IN ENGLAND—During a visit to Army units at Camberley, the King tries out his skill with a “Tommy” gun. While the Queen looks on, his Majesty delights the troops by peppering the target.
MOVIE STAR WINS BOAT RACE
LONG BEACH, CALIF.—Bob Stack, popular Universal star, pilots his speedboat to victory in a 5-mile classic. Stack is expert at racing, as well as acting, and he wins in fast time!
TWO DEAD IN TRAIN WRECK
WINCHESTER, KY.—Flaming oil from tank cars overturned in a collision of two freight trains lights up a scene of tragedy, in which two trainmen met horrible deaths and others were badly injured.
MODELS ATTEND “FASHION STAKES”
BELMONT PARK, N. Y.—Dame Fashion goes turf crazy for opening day at Belmont Park. Lovely models, wearing new creations by American designers, are out for Fashion Stakes, competing with the Gee-gees for attention.
BRAZIL NAVY CADETS AT WORK
RIO DE JANEIRO—The “Annapolis” of Brazil is turning out fine officers for the nation’s expanding naval forces. The four-year course includes a variety of subjects, with much emphasis on physical fitness.
SPEEDS 90 M.P.H. ON BICYCLE
BAKERSFIELD, CALIF.—Alfred LeTourneur breaks all records on his special “bike” racer. He hits close to 100 m.p.h., racing behind an auto equipped with a suction shield. Watch the scenery go by!
VISIT HINTS ARGENITNE ACCORD
WASHINGTON, D. C.—Further collaboration between the U. S. and Argentina on vital hemisphere defense steps is seen in arrival of new Foreign Minister, Dr. Ruiz-Guinazu, who is met by State Secretary Hull.
WATER SKIERS DROP IN FOR LUNCH
SEATTLE, WASH.—When it’s time for lunch, daring water skiers find “curb” service right on hand, and they dine while speeding along behind high-powered boats. From soup to nuts—and a good spill! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1941 (UE41040)
NATIONAL DEFENSE HIGHLIGHTS
LAUNCH SOLDIER WELFARE PLAN
NEW YORK, N. Y.—Addressing 15,000 parents, wives and sweethearts at the opening meeting of the United Service Organizations campaign, Thomas E. Dewey urges everyone to “get behind” our fighting forces.
LAGUARDIA CIVIL DEFENSE HEAD
WASHINGTON, D. C.—New York’s Mayor arrives at White House to accept command of the new civilian defense agency. He will coordinate the cooperation of all civilians in vital defense tasks.
CADETS FIRE LATEST WEAPONS
ABERDEEN, MD.—Cadets who soon will complete their Academy course get a preview of what’s to come by inspecting and firing the Army’s newest weapons—big A.A. guns, rapid-fire guns and others.
ADMIRALS SEE MARINE REVIEW
SAND DIEGO, CALIF.—Visiting naval chiefs from our sister American Republics are guests of honor at a monster review staged by 15,000 Leathernecks at the training base.
GIRL MECHANICS GRADUATED (exclusive)
NEW YORK, N. Y.—No more back-seat driving for defense-minded young women. They are first graduates of ten-week courses in motor maintenance and repair given by the Willy-Overland company.
FILM COMEDIANS BACK BOND DRIVE
LOS ANGELES, CALIF.—Those laughable “Buck Privates”—Abbott & Costello—who next are “In The Navy”—take a more serious view of national defense and urge all Americans to back the defense bond drive.
BRAZIL SPEEDS PILOT TRAINING
RIO DE JANEIRO—Brazil’s new civilian pilot training program is being geared up to turn out 5,000 fliers a year. Both men and girls are taking special courses, backed partly by government funds.
KIDDIES IN CUTE FIGHSIN CONTEST (exclusive)
YARDVILLE, N. J.—For youngster only is this amusing contest along Doctor’s Greek. The juvenile sportsmen haul ‘em in hand over fist, and the winner, 3-year-old Ernie Napolion, hooks a trout more than a foot long!
BRITISH TRAIN ‘CHUTE TROOPS
IN ENGLAND—In an attempt to match Hitler in the air, Britain is training battalions of “paratroops.” These pictures show how the units are instructed-from fancy calisthenics to mass leaps from bombing planes.
FIVE-YEAR-OLD IS TRICK GOLFER
LIDO BEACH, N. Y.—Bobby Dawson, Jr., is a “chip” off the old block! Papa is a golfer of repute himself, and has taught Bobby a variety of trick shots that provide entertainment for Bobby’s “kid” friends. |
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