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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46071)
CALCUTTA MASSACRES
INDIA – Dramatic pictures of rioting, fire and bloodshed that gripped Calcutta following the Moslem call to “Direct Action.” British and Indian troops finally restore order after days of rioting.
FRENCH FLEET MANEUVERS
AT SEA – During these first maneuvers of the French fleet since the liberation, the battleship “Richelieu” and the carrier “Colossus” (loaned by the British) limber up men and planes in thrilling battle array.
MARIA MONTEZ IN PARIS
PARIS, FRANCE – The lovely star of filmdom arrives by plane, with her husband, Jean Pierre Aumont, for a visit to his family and friends. Enthusiastic fans greet him at the airport.
JUMPIN’ JIVE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Get hep to this, you hepcats, and get icky to the Jitterbug finals of the Harvest Moon Ball. If you saw more frantic antics than these, go back to your rug-cutting.
N.Y. INFIRMARY TO EXPAND (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Entirely run by women doctors and staff, the New York Infirmary has outgrown its present facilities shown in these pictures, and plans for a modern $5,000,000 hospital. (N.Y. only)
AUTO RACE ENDS IN DEATH
ATLANTA, GA. – 40,000 persons see the tragic end of the 100-mile race – as George Robson, winner at Indianapolis, and George Barringer, are killed in disastrous pile-up on dust-obliterated track.
SCREEN COMICS AID YOUTH
LOS ANGELES, CAL. – Those two screen clowns – Abbott and Costello – begin a nation-wide tour to raise funds for the Lou Costello, Jr., Youth Foundation, now under construction. It will make thousands happy.
FILM STAR ARRIVES
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Phyllis Calvert, one of Britain’s leading motion picture actresses, arrives on board the “Queen Mary” and will soon go before the cameras in Hollywood.
STARS SHINE ON ICE
PITTSBURGH, PA. – Lovely ladies, daring stunt men and colorful ballet scenes mark the lilting Ice-Capades show as it captivates a huge crowd with a sparkling routine of ice-going magic. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46072)
BYRNES SET FIRM POLICY FOR GERMANY
STUTTGART – The U.S. Secretary of State, in a firm bid for post-war settlement of the German question, urges that the Big Four let the Germans form a central government, but he says that U.S. troops will stay as long as there are occupation forces in Germany.
STRIKES TIE UP U.S. PORTS
All U.S. ports are crippled by shipping strike as unions stand firm on dispute over pay rise. In Seattle, picket lines parade on piers and hundreds of ships are idle.
NEW YORK – These films of the shipping strike show idle ships and seamen, as government officials and union heads seek solution of crippling tie-up that threatens our entire economy.
PUERTO RICO INAUGURAL
SAN JUAN – The inauguration of native-born Jesus T. Pinero as governor of the West Indian possession is a landmark for dependent peoples of the world. Interior Secretary Krug and former Governor Tugwell attend the impressive ceremonies.
U.S. – MEXICO POLO
WESTBURY, L.I. – In thrilling chukkers, the American polo team of Phipps, Smith, Iglehart and Perkins rides roughshod over the Gracidas brothers from Mexico. Several falls keep the fans on edge.
MISS AMERICA OF 1946
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. – Emerging from the tumult and the shouting (and the judging) as the comeliest of them all, Miss Marily Buferd of Los Angeles is crowned Miss America. Yes she is tall, dark and gorgeous. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46073)
U.S. GREETS ìMONTYî
Britainís famed ìHero of El Alemeinî receives a royal welcome as he arrives for a United States tour. First stop is at West Point, where he reviews a full dress parade by the Cadets.
WASHINGTON, D.C. ñ Met by General Eisenhower at the airport, ìMontyî goes to call on the President at the White House, and later places a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington.
DEATH OF A SEA QUEEN
THE NORMANDIE ñ Once proud queen of the seas ñ now awaits the scrap pile at her New York mooring. These dramatic pictures show the rise to fame of the famous liner ñ and her fall from power which began with the disastrous fire in 1942.
THE FLYING ICICLE
ATLANTIC CITY ñ Howíd you like to fly from here to New York ñ encased in a block of ice? Well, Stunt Man Slim Jones does ñ and when they chop him out at LaGuardia Field, heís more than just frost-bitten. Heís stiff.
VENETIAN REGATTA
VENICE, ITALY ñ Talk about Sunday traffic! You ought to see the Grand Canal in Venice at the height of the colorful September festival. Candy boats and lavishly-dressed sailors take part in the gala fiesta.
FRENCH SWIMMING MEET
FRANCE ñ A 17-yr. old French swimmer named Jany walks off with two out of three races in this exciting meet. Competing against swimmers representing the U.S. and Norway, Jany splashes home the champ.
NORTHWEST RODEO
ELLENSBURG, WASH. ñ The stateís biggest annual cowboy show attracts huge throngs to witness the bronco busting and steer riding. As usual the cowhands come off second best ñ and how!
JAPS MAN U.S. SHIPS
SEATTLE, WASH. ñ American ships were manned by Japs during repatriation of others Japanese from conquered islands and ports during the war. Now through with their jogs, they are brought to home ports by their Jap crews.
NEW PIKEíS PEAK RECORD (Denver only)
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. ñ Lou Unser chalks up his seventh victory in the first race up Pikeís Peak since the war, and this year he sets a new record for the hazardous climb. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46075)
WALLACE SPEECHES CURBED
WASHINGTON, D.C – Commerce Secretary Wallace, following his soft terms for Russia speech, goes to the White House, where he agrees to cancel further talks for the present.
PARIS, FRANCE – Secretary of State Byrnes, whose dealings with foreign powers have put the U.S. in the van of those nations combating the spread of Communism, is shown during an important meeting with his advisory staff.
KOREANS HAIL FREEDOM
SEOUL, KOREA – Hailing the first anniversary of their liberation from the Japs thousands of Koreans jam the city to witness an impressive parade by U.S. Occupation forces and native troops.
SPECTACULAR TRAIN WRECK
KANSAS CITY, MO. – Flames fed by gas and oil from tank cars turn the wreck of a 76-car freight into a raging inferno that burns fiercely for many hours. Spectacular night blaze is seen for miles around.
DISPLACE PERSONS CAMP
UPPER, AUSTRIA – Fifteen hundred refugees of Jewish descent live in this UNRRA-sponsored camp at Admont, dreaming of the day when they can go to Palestine. They raise most of the food they eat.
JET PLANE TOPS 600 M.P.H.
MUROC ARMY BASE, CAL. – An XP-84 “Thunderjet,” latest jet-propelled fighter plane, sets a new U.S. record of 619 miles per hour during thrilling speed runs. Unofficially, the mark set was higher than world’s record.
HERMIT’S VIEW ON LIFE (Exclusive)
ADIRONDACK MTS., N.Y. – Noah Rondeau, a barber who gave up his shears 33 years ago, has been living the life of a recluse. And he enjoys himself. He prefers living alone: He says women “Talk too much!” |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46076)
AIR TRAGEDY
HELICOPTERS RESCUE 18 SURVIVORS
GANDER, NEWFOUNDLAND – Dramatic pictures of the thrilling rescue of 18 persons who survived the terrible crash of the Belgian airliner. Rescue teams of helicopters, flying boats and Army ground units, affected the daring operation. 26 others lost their lives in the crash. Newsreel cameras record the gripping saga of mercy for those who lived.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Henry A. Wallace, Commerce Secretary who spoke out against our foreign policy as exemplified by State Secretary Byrnes at Paris, resigns his post at the request of Pres. Truman.
PARIS, FRANCE – W. Averell Harriman, U.S. envoy to Britain who has been named to succeed Mr. Wallace, is shown attending Peace Parley conference with Mr. Byrnes.
ITALY HAILS GEN. CLARK
SALERNO, ITALY – On the spot where Yank troops went ashore three years ago, Gen. Mark Clark, commander of that liberation army and now Occupation chief in Austria, is honored during impressive 3rd anniversary ceremonies.
CHARITY FOOTBALL
BALITMORE, MD. – The Chicago Bears stage three thrilling scoring marches against the Washington Redskins, to win 20-14 before 52,000 football fans in a Variety Club benefit game. Osmanski and Luckman star for the Bears. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46077)
TURMOIL IN BOMBAY
BOMBAY, INDIA ñ Tension prevails in this city of millions following riots between Hindus and Moslems. Police patrol the streets and an uncasy quiet hovers over the city, where thousands were injured in rioting.
SHANGHAI, CHINA ñ Along with the cityís normal commerce, the black market flourishes hand in hand with inflation. Seven million persons fight for existence, and traffic in illegal goods is terrific.
FLYING POST OFFICE
WASHINGTON, D.C. ñ Efficiency goes up ñ up in the sky ñ to bring you your air-mail letter more quickly. The first flying post office takes off on test flight. Mail is sorted enroute and ready for speedy delivery.
CHICAGO, ILL. ñ The first bag of mail is delivered to Mayor Kelly as the debut of the modern system comes off with ìflyingî colors.
HOLY NAME HOLY HOUR
CHICAGO, ILL. ñ Impressive scenes of religious splendor unfold at Soldier Field, as Cardinal Stritch leads thousands of devout in church rites celebration of canonization of Mother Cabrini and honoring chaplains.
GOTHAM HAILS WILD WEST
NEW YORK, N.Y. ñ There are rodeos and rodeos ñ but This is the big time, with the champs from out West riding herd on the ornery critters at Madison Square Garden. The local ìdudesî get their thrills worth.
MECHANIZED MAD-CAPS
TRENTON, N.J. ñ In this driverís night-mare youíll see Joie Chitwood and his Hell Drivers do things with cars that will take your breath away. Tricks, stunts and screw-ball driving! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46078)
FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHTS
Notre Dame-Illinois ñ 75,000 fans at Champaign, Illinois, see the Fighting Irish wallop the Illini by a score of 26-6.
Army-Oklahoma ñ At West Point, N.Y., the Cadet gridders limber up their big guns of football to rally and defeat Oklahoma, 21-7.
Alabama-Tulane ñ Rain and mud take a hand at New Orleans as the ëBama gridders shade the Tulane Green Waave by a close score, 7-6.
FUNERAL RITES IN MOSCOW
MOSCOW ñ Stalin, Molotov, and visiting dignitaries including Yugoslaviaís Tito, attend impressive burial rites at the Kremlin for Mikhail Kalinin, former president of the Soviet. Millions view parade and burial services.
BRITISH POST-WAR INDUSTRY
LONDON, ENGLAND ñ The King and Queen open colorful merchandise exposition, showing new post-war creations designed for better living. Plastics, fashions and home appliances are the favorites.
TRUMAN REVIEWS CADETS
WEST POINT, N.Y. ñ The President pays his first visit to the Military Academy as Chief Executive, to attend the football game and to see the West Pointers during a snappy parade and review.
RIVIERA FESTIVAL
CANNES, FRANCE ñ The Battle of Flowers and a spectacular fireworks display highlights the Film Festival of Cannes on the French Riviera. Thousands jam the city and take part in gala festivities.
MOVIE MEN AID HOSPITAL (Minneapolis Only)
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ñ A check for $253,000 ñ gift of Northwest Variety Club men and movie-goers ñ is presented to Pres. Morrill of the U of Minnesota for a new Heart Hospital. Fred Allen is Emcce. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46079)
NAVY PLANE SETS MARK
COLUMBUS, OHIO – A new long distance record is set by the “Truculent Turtle” – twin-engined Navy patrol-bomber. These dramatic films show take-off in Australia, and landing in the U.S., 55 hours and over 11,000 miles later. In Washington, Navy Secretary Forrestal pins DFC’s on four fliers.
GREEK KING RETURNS
GREECE – King George II comes home, to a nation torn by civil strife. It marks the third time the King has returned from exile, and this time he comes from England by plane. Impressive scenes mark the re-birth of Grecian monarchy.
LEGIONNAIRES PARADE
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. – Highlights of the 28th American Legion Convention is the Big Parade – Legionnaires by the hundreds, complete with all their traditional color and hi-jinks, while high Army and Navy officials look on.
25,000-TON TNT BLAST
ARCO, IDAHO – The world’s biggest deliberate blast – 500,000 pounds of TNT – is a spectacle defying description. The Navy tests its bomb-storage facilities – and gets rid of obsolete ammunition.
TINY REPUBLIC IS HOST
SAN MARINO, ITALY – The smallest republic in the world plays host to Admiral Ellery Stone, chief of the Allied Italian Commission. The Admiral is presented with the tiny nation’s highest honor.
WALLACE SUCCESSOR HOME
NEW YORK, N.Y. – W. Averell Harriman, who was U.S. envoy to Britain up to time of his appointment as Secretary of Commerce to replace Henry Wallace, arrives by air from London.
STRIKES CRIPPLE PITTSBURGH
PITTSBURGH, PA. – The crippling light and power company strike spreads to practically the entire city, with light and transportation facilities paralyzed. Millions face serious heat shortage, and thousands are out of jobs. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1946 (UE46080)
GUILTY! 21 NUREMBERG NAZIS DOOMED
NUREMBERG, GERMANY ñ Civilizationís verdict ñ GUILTY! Of the 18 Nazi bigwigs convicted by Allied tribunal, eleven will hang and a twelfth is doomed in absentia. Three are acquited and others are sent to prison. Doom to the war-makers!
WORLD SERIES
RED SOX WIN OPENER 3-2
ST. LOUIS, MO. ñ Baseballís Big Show opens at Sportsmanís Park as 36,000 fans see the Boston American Leaguers clinch the opening game by one run, with Rudy Yorkís 10th-frame homerun turning the tide.
FOOTBALL HIGHLIGHTS
COLUMBIA TOPS NAVY (Washington and N.Y. only)
NEW YORK ñ In thrilling upset at Baker Field, the host eleven comes from behind in last half to sink the Midshipmen 23-14.
OHIO STATE TRIMS U.S.C. (Los Angeles, Cleveland and Cincinatti only)
LOS ANGELES ñ The Buckeyes cross the Trojan goal-line three times to score brilliant upset. Final tally is 21-0.
U.S. HONORS TED GAMBLE (Portland, O. only)
WASHINGTON, D.C. ñ The Medal of Merit, highest civilian award, is presented by Treasury Secretary Snyder to Ted Gamble of Portland, Ore., for his efforts in selling war bonds as Director of the War Finance Division. |
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