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Newsreels: 1940 Events At Home And Abroad
Newsreels 1940 stock footage documents world events, politics and war as well as sports, fashion and entertainment for the year of 1940. 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 1940 is an incredibly rich resource of visual history that tells the story of the year 1940. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40041)
ON THE WAR FRONT
NAZIS CARRY TORCH TO BELGIUM
Dramatic scenes of Belgium’s “darkest hour” since 1914. Entire cities and towns in ruins in the wake of the methodical air raids by German planes! Thousands of British troops move up to check the Nazi drive, as terror-stricken civilians continue their pitiful exodus to safety!
FRENCH CONVOY RAIDED BY NAZIS
Spectacular scenes of a Nazi bombing attack on a French troops convoy entering a Dutch port! One of the attacking planes is shot down, and several boats are damaged by heavy explosives! A gripping chapter in the new “Total” war!
MRS. F.D.R. IN RED CROSS APPEAL
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a stirring appeal to the public to donate $10,000,000 to the Red Cross War Relief Fund. Mrs. Roosevelt says that the horrors of war abroad make necessary contributions from all Americans!
LAUNCH TWO NEW DESTROYERS
BREMERTON, WASH. – Two fleet greyhounds for Uncle Sam’s fleet – two destroyers named after famous naval heroes, are christened at the Puget Sound Navy Yard, a scene of intense activity as the U.S. speeds its defenses!
HEICOPTER FLIES IN TESTS BRIDGEPORT, CONN. – An amazing “straight-up” plane that rises off the ground and hovers in the air is demonstrated by Iger Sikorsky, noted plane builder. The craft should be valuable for war purposes.
GALA TULIP FESTIVAL ENACTED
HOLLAND, MICH. – In colorful Dutch costumes, citizens of the quaint town re-enact their annual flower festival with pretty girls and blossoming tulips a harmony of lovely views although their hearts grieve for Old Holland.
11 FIREMEN FELLED AT BLAZE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Fire starting in a junk-shop on the West Side spreads to another building in a spectacular smoky blaze that balks firemen for hours. Many are overcome by smoke and get immediate sidewalk treatment!
RARE FUR FASHIONS ON DISPLAY
CHICAGO, ILL. – A colorful showing of rare and costly furs and fur coats is held at the Stevens Hotel. Among the prize pieces on display is a $75,000 natural blonde mink jacket – or if you prefer, a $60,000 sablel.
WATER SKIERS TRY NEW STUNTS
SEATTLE, WASH. – Thrills, chills and spills! Daring “aqua-slat-men” try a dizzy array of new tricks that will hold you breathless! Eating lunch at 50 M.P.H. is one and jumping over waves on skies is a sure-fire thriller! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40042)
ON THE WAR FRONT
Wings of war and hate over France and Belgium! The Nazi invasion of “flame and sword” takes a deadly tell of lives and property! Hospitals are bombed! Churches crash in flames. And the growing lines of pitiful refugees are mute but graphic evidence of the horrors of the new “Total” war!
NORWAY – Graphic scenes of a British naval attack of Narvik, with Nazi bombers trying to silence the warships gun! The Polish destroyer “Grom” is stuck by a heavy bomb and many of its crew killed!
MILAN, ITALY – As war fever soars in Italy, Count Ciano, II Duce’s son-in-law and foreign secretary, appears before a huge throng of 100,000!
ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT – Ready to move the minute Italy enters the war, French and British warships stand guard, to protect the vital Empire life-line to India!
F.D.R. WARNS OF FIFTH COLUMN
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pres. Roosevelt tells the United States that it must be on guard against enemy agents and spies! He warns against prejudices which might be exploited by Fifth Columnists and pleads for aid and for peace for the entire World!
NEW BOMB FAILS IN ARMY TEST
ABERDEEN, MD. – Lester Barlow’s “super explosive” oxygen-carbon bomb, expected to kill a herd of goats by its lethal blast, leaves the goats unscathed and witnesses baffled after a “bang-up” test at the Army proving grounds.
GOLDEN GATE EXPOSITION OPENS
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. – A thrilled throng of 120,000 bails the re-opening of the colorful fair on Treasure Island! President Dill officially welcomes the huge crowd, which takes keen interest in the impressive spectacle.
ADONIS CONTEST FOR STRONG MEN
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The “lowly male” has his day to show off his beauty in a novel contest for weight lifters at Madison Square Garden. With pretty girls “oohing” and “ahing”, the hefty “muscle men” vie for the crown as “Mr. America”. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40043)
ON THE WAR FRONT
BELGIAN SURRENDER STUNS WORLD
King Leopold’s dramatic capitulation to the invading Nazi horde exposes the British “left flank” to the full fury of the enemy and may mean the destruction of the Allied troops caught in the “trap.”
PARIS, FRANCE – Stunned by the Belgian move, the French war council meets to map plans to continue the war despite the set-back.
On the Western front, Nazi bombing planes continue to make the war-zone a “hell on earth”. Churches are bombed and hospitals destroyed! However, thousands of Nazis are taken prisoners – and many planes are shot down!
BIGGEST U.S. WAR GAMES HELD
ALEXANDRIA, LA. – The “Blitz-krieg” is tried out in America! Preceded by waves of bombing planes. 70,000 Regular Army troops take part in record war games! Troops, tanks and planes – to make the U.S. invulnerable!
CANADA COMBATS FIFTH COLUMN
Men from all walks of life enlist to fight the spread of spies and “Trojan Horse” elements in the Dominion! Posters, signs and stickers on autos warn of the menace, as radical elements are rounded up!
PLASTIC PLANE AMAZES EXPERTS
VAN NUYS, CALIF. – A novel airplane, made of plywood and special plastics “baked” in an oven just like cake, takes off for trial flights before civil and military officials. Tougher than metal fabrics, the plastic surface may revolutionize the industry!
U.S. TRIES COTTON STAMP PLAN
MEMPHIS, TENN. – The government’s new stomp system aimed to combat out huge cotton surplus goes into effect with the first purchase by unemployed. People on relief get a dollar’s worth of stamps free for every dollar they spend!
GOOFIPLANE RUN BY FOOT-POWER
ROME, ITALY – The goofiest flying machine since “Darius Green”. An Italian bartender “shakes up” his weird craft, operated by pedals. It bounces along but doesn’t fly! Inventor says he needs more foot power!
STREET CLEANERS TO BE TARZANS
RANDALL’S IS., N.Y. – New York City wants “muscle-men” for its Sanitation Dept. Candidates for street-cleaning jobs undergo strenuous physical tests so that as Tarzans, they will be able to “clean up”!
U.S. CAPTURES BABY ANTELOPE
HARTS MOUNTAINS, ORE. – U.S. Biological Survey crews provide laughs and thrills as they “track down” baby antelope. They’ve got to catch ‘em young, for after two days the little critters can run faster than a man!
KID BOXERS IN SCRAPPY BOUTS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Laughs and action, as cute tenement youngsters take part in Police Athletic League (“PAL”) boxing bouts in Greenwich Village. The juvenile sluggers “give and take” – and how! Just like “Pals”. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40044)
ON THE WAR FRONT
U.S. AMBULANCE UNITS BOMBED
Red Cross markings aren’t enough to save American volunteer units from the wanton fire of Nazi planes! It’s “Hell on Earth,” with entire cities mercilessly bombed. Spectacular scenes as a German plane falls in flames!
REFUGEES SWARM INTO PARIS
Tragic scenes as thousands of terror-stricken refugees from Belgium and Flanders arrive by train! Wounded, angry, they flee the invading raiders as pitiful pawns of fate! U.S. Ambassador Bullitt narrowly escapes death as a “dud” shell nearly hits him.
300 DIE IN TERRIFIC ‘QUAKE
CALAO, PERU – The famous Peruvian seaport is almost destroyed by a sever earthquake that shatters hundreds of buildings, killing hundreds and injuring thousands. The quake also does damage in Lima, the capital.
LAUNCH BIGGEST U.S. BATTLESHIP
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – A 35,000-ton super-dreadnaught for Uncle Sam’s growing fleet – the U.S.S. Washington is christened and launched. To be completed in 1941, the first warship built in the U.S. in 19 years will cost $80,000,000!
F.D.R. MEETS NEW WAR BOARD
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pres. Roosevelt greets members of the new civilian defense council at the White House. The group, including William Knudsen and others, holds its first meeting to discuss U.S. security.
BIG COAST DEFENSE GUNS TESTED NEW YORK, N.Y. – Hold your ears! Uncle Sam gives the huge 16-in. coast guns guarding New York harbor a work-out, the first in several years. A thrilling sight (and sound) as the big “rifles” fire at targets at sea!
SHAW WINS SPEED CLASSIC
INDIANAPOLIS, IND. – Speed and thrills as crack auto drivers get away in the 500-mi. Memorial Day race! Rain allows the cavalcade of speed-demons near the finish! Wilbur Shaw wins – for his third victory!
HONOR WAR DEAD IN N.Y. PARADE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Despite the spectre of a new war, hundreds of thousands turn out to see an impressive parade on Riverside Drive honoring U.S. war heroes. Veterans of the Civil War are in line for the colorful reviews.
AIR SHOW THRILLS 250,000
BIRMINGHAM, ALA. – Thrills and chills for 250,000 air-minded Americans! Internationally famous pilots take part in a special air meet with stunts and “aer-obatics”. The highlight is a “cut-a-way” parachute jump!
SCHOOL GIRLS SHOW FORM IN POLO
DEL MONTE, CALIF. – Top-notch poloists of the Douglas School – whose average age is 15 – win the championship in a thrilling “chukker” battle with the “Pogo-nip” team of Santa Cruz. Girls in a man-sized game!
FILM STARS AT TURF CLASSIC
LOS ANGELES, CAL. – Screen favorites, including Deanna Durbin, Marlene Dietrich and others, are out for the running of the Premiere Handicap at Hollywood Park, with Captain Cal winner of the thrilling surprise-finish race. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40045)
AMERICA PREPARES
Total War in Europe accelerates Uncle Sam’s preparations for defense of the Americas! On land, on sea and in the air – the nation looks to the future with guns, warships and warplanes!
MORE PLANES – Hear Colonel Jonett, aeronautical official, tell how U.S. air supremacy is to be achieved.
MORE SOLDIERS – U.S. Army recruiting drive is underway to bring the motion’s fighting force up to peak strength.
MORE WARSHIPS – Brooklyn Navy Yard is beehive of activity as hundreds of men are “taken on” to speed and expansion drive!
MORE MECHANICS – The Nation’s growing air fleet needs more mechanics! At Chanute Field, hundreds take course in technical work!
WORLD WAR ACES HOLD REUNION
PORTLAND, MAINE – State Senator Sumner Sewall, Maine’s World War ace, is host to 15 comrades at the 94th Squadron’s annual reunion. Capt. “Eddie” Rickenbacker, and other famous fliers, lead fight for adequate air defense.
SCENIC DAM NEAR COMPLETION
GRAND COULEE DAM, WASH. – Spring freshets in the Columbia River send cascades of water tumbling over the spillway of the huge dam, largest structure on earth and now almost completed. A spectacular sight!
SCHOOLGIRL FASHIONS SHOWN
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Colorful outfits for the Modern Miss are displayed in a chic preview at the Hotel Plaza. Inspired by Gloria Jean, singing star of the screen, the styles strike a harmonious note in fashions for very young ladies!
COAST “DEBS” TRY ROLLER-SKIS
DEL MONTE, CALIF. – Society girls introduce the latest Summer fad! Roller-skiing! Sports fans will get a kick out of seeing the lassies “ski” along on the novel skates. And no soft snow to break falls, either!
GODOY TRAINS FOR LOUIS BOUT
CARMEL, N.Y. – Arturo Godoy, South American heavyweight, whose 15-round fight with the “Champ” left the fans thrilled, is hard at work getting in trim for another crack at the title! If anyone can. Godoy’s the man.
BASEBALL VETERANS PLAY AGAIN
NEWARK, N.J. – The reunion game of the Orange “Y” team, diamond veterans of 1885, with the “Bears” is a colorful spectacle for the fans! Famous names of yesteryear, the old-timers stage an impressive come-back!
“EIGHT THIRTY” WINS RICH RACE
BELMONT PARK, N.Y. – A record crowd of 42,000 turf fans sees the Widener colt win the 54th running of the Suburban Handicap, unleashing an unbeatable rally at the finish to win over Can’t Wait by a length, with the favorite third! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40046)
ITALY ENTERS THE WAR
Europe’s “Total War” takes a drastic and dramatic turn against the Allies as II Duce throws the full weight of Italy’s army, navy and air force into the scales on the side of her Axis partner! Already hard-pressed, the Allies now face tremendous odds!
HELP THE ALLIES, SAYS GEN. PERSHING
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Gen. John J. Pershing, commander of the A.E.F. in France, says the “Allies are fighting a war for civilization” and urges the country to send them unlimited supplies of planes, arms and ammunition!
NEWS FROM OTHER WAR FRONTS
EGYPT – British defense units, including swarthy Indian regiments, are on the alert to forestall any Italian move in North Africa!
FRANCE – Tragedy and suffering in the wake of the Nazi invasion! Churches bombed and set afire! Bridges dynamited to delay the invader! Homes razed and terror stricken refugees machine-gunned from the air!
PARIS, FRANCE – As the Nazi hordes “hammer at the gates.” Parisian police question all who enter and leave the city! On guard against the “Fifth Column.”
ENGLAND – As wounded pour back across the Channel, Britain’s King and Queen pray for victory! And factories work at full blast to turn out arms for war!
RELEASE NAVY PLANES TO ALLIES
BUFFALO, N.Y. – “Hell Divers” for France and England! Fifty Curtiss Navy planes are turned back to the builder for release to the Allies! Newer models will be received by the Navy to make up for the temporary loss!
MIDSHIPMEN OFF ON NAVY CRUISE
ANNAPOLIS, MD. – War in Europe cancels plans to visit foreign countries, but it’s a thrill for 1,463 Naval Academy “Middies” as they embark on battleships for their Summer cruise! Meanwhile, it’s Graduation Day for 455 First Classmen, and Navy Secretary Edison presents diplomas to the future Admirals of Uncle Sam’s growing fleet!
GUARD GETS NEW ARMORED CARS
SPRINGFIELD,ILL. – To learn the latest “Blitzkrieg” methods of war, the 23rd Reconnaissance Squadron of the Illinois National Guard gets new six-ton armored cars. Heavily armed, the cars can hit 75 M.P.H.!
723 U.S. WAR REFUGEES ARRIVE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Fleeing from the European conflict, hundreds of Americans arrive on the SS. President Roosevelt after a crowded trip from Ireland! They gladly doubled up in cabins or slept on cots in passageways and salons to get home again!
LITTLE WINS NATIONAL OPEN
CLEVELAND, OHIO – Thousands of golfing fans see the Bretton Woods “Pro” win the coveted national title in a spectacular 18-hole play off at the Canterbury Club, “holing out” in a brilliant “70” to defeat Gene Sarazan! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40047)
PARIS BOMBED
First pictures of the bombing of Paris! With Nazi land forces hammering at the gates of Paris, the threatened aerial “Blitzkrieg” against the beleaguered capital begins! Spectacular scenes in the wake of the bombing planes that roared over the city, dropping tons of explosives! Hundreds of persons, including many children, are killed as buildings crumple or go up in smoke!
FORD PLANS 1,000 PLANES A DAY
DEARBORN, MICH. – Mass production of high-speed Army planes – maybe up to 5,000 a day – is predicted by the auto pioneer and his son after inspecting a pursuit ship at their plant. Swarms of aerial armadas for U.S. defense!
WILLKIE URGES AID TO ALLIES
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Wendell L. Willkie, Republican hopeful in the 1940 Campaign, urges sending arms and planes to the Allies, but not men! America is strong, he says, and with unity this nation can become invincible!
445 CADETS GET COMMISSIONS
WEST POINT, N.Y. – War in Europe and Africa casts a somber note over Graduation Day at the Military Academy, as Lt. Fen. Hugh A. Drum presents commissions to graduating cadets and warns them to be ready for modern warfare!
SING A SONG OF FASHIONS!! (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – There will be a song in Milady’s heart when she wears the striking new “Songs in Print” dresses designed by Jose Martin! Each represent a modern “hit” – Ought to make a hit in any style parade!
HUGE BOMBERS IN MASS FLIGHT
YOSEMITE VALLEY, CALIF. – America’s plans to be “second to none” in the air are highlighted by a flight of “Flying Fortresses” over the scenic national park. Air-minded America looks up – and is assured!
PATRIOTISM THEME OF FESTIVAL
PORTLAND, ORE. – Hundreds of thousands line the city streets as the annual Rose Festival gets underway with a spectacular parade of flower-covered floats. A pageant of pretty girls and blossoms, with a patriotic flavor!
U.S. LINER UNDERGOING TRIALS
BOSTON, MASS. – The 34,000 ton super-liner “America,” $17,000,000 pride of the U.S. Merchant Marine, arrives at the Navy dry docks for repairs before her trial run off the coast of Maine!
CHURCH PAYS RENT IN ROSES (Exclusive)
MANHEIM, PA. – The Zion Lutheran Church pays its rent in a novel way! Baron Wm. Von Steigel gave the land to the church in 1770 – for one red rose! A descendant accepts the floral payment during colorful ceremonies.
COLORFUL RODEO RE-ENACTED
LIVERMORE, CALIF. – Tops for thrills in the sports parade is the annual Livermore “Buckaroo” – with daring cowhands taking the measure of nasty Brahma steers and buckin’ broncs! The cowboys come out second best!
BIMELECH WINS BIG HORSE RACE
BELMONT PARK, N.Y. – The race meeting comes to a spectacular close, with 26,000 turf fans on hand to see the Bradley “three-year-old” win the classic Belmont Stakes by half a length, with Your Chance second! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40048)
FRANCE ASKS FOR PEACE
France’s “Darkest Hour” since 1870! With Paris gone, and with most of her industrial cities in ruins, France, through her new leader, Marshal Petain, asks for peace terms! A terrible blow for the Allied cause and a disaster that shocks the World!
AMERICA PREPARES
NEW U.S. BATTLESHIP LAUNCHED
BROOKLYN, N.Y. – The 35,000-ton U.S.S. North Carolina is christened at the Navy Yard, the second capital ship to be launched in a month. The huge warship, which will mount 16 in. guns, will not be ready for a year.
SYNTHETIC RUBBER INVENTED
AKRON, OHIO – America may ride on synthetic rubber tires! A tire company chemist demonstrates his new process for making a rubber like compound. The new “rubber” is made from chemicals that the U.S. should never lack!
OPENS BIG PLANE ENGINE PLANT
PATERSON, N.J. – An important step in America’s program to be “First” in the air! The Curtiss Wright Co. dedicates a huge new engine factory – as work is started on the first order for the air corps!
RUSH U.S. PLANES FOR ALLIES
MITCHELFIELD, N.Y – The U.S. Army follows the lead taken by the Navy and releases many attack planes to bolster the Allies cause. Thirty-four receive last check-ups at the Air Corps base before leaving for Canada!
AMAZING AERIAL WAR PICTURES
Somewhere in France – Remarkable scenes of actual “dog fights”! British Spitfires, mounting special cameras, record the “downing” of Nazi warplanes – pictures that will astound and amaze you! Every time the pilot shoots, the camera “shoots” – and the results are terrific!
RED CROSS “MERCY” SHIP SAILS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The American Red Cross ship S.S. McKeesport, loaded with $1,000,000 worth of food and medical supplies for war stricken Europeans, sails for Spain. United States’ help for innocent victims of the war!
NATION OBSERVES FLAG DAY
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – “Old Glory” proudly waves above the ranks of thousands of marchers as the nation salutes its symbol of freedom on Flag Day. Tribute to the 163rd birthday of the “Stars and Stripes” – hope for all the Amerricas!
JACK DEMPSEY “FIGHTS” GODOY
CARMEL, N.Y. – The Manassa Mauler, former heavy weight champ, who’s to fight again soon, gives the Chilean contender a lively work out – but all in fun! “Jack” spars with Arturo at the latter’s training camp!
STEEPLECHASE A TURF THRILLER
ROSLYN, N.Y. – A gala crowd of society turf goers is out for the colorful and exciting Bowman Steeplechase of the United Hunts meet, and it’s “Sapelo” who clears the hurdles to win a thrilling victory. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40049)
ARMY GIRDS FOR DEFENSE OF U.S.
ARMY IN “STREAMLINED” REVIEW
Fort Lewis, Wash. – Graphic proof that Uncle Sam is speeding the mechanization of many military units is seen in a spectacular review of the 3rd Division, with tanks, trucks and troops taking part in the impressive display!
GUARD GETS NOVEL GUN TRAINING (Exclusive)
Philadelphia, Pa. – Officers and men of the 108th Nat’l Guard Field Artillery practice firing with a .22 cal. rifle! Special control devices give the small-bore practice the effectiveness of the “real McCoy.”
“ENLIST NOW” – GENERAL URGES
Washington, D.C. – Adjutant General Adams makes a stirring plea for young Americans to join the Army – at a time when the U.S. is planning to double its fighting forces!
CANADIAN CONVOY FIGHTS OFF U-BOATS
In the Atlantic – Spectacular scenes of warships and troop transports taking Dominion troops to England. Enemy submarines are sighted and the destroyers “lay down” a terrific barrage of depth charges and gun fire to drive the submersibles away!
QUEEN LAUDS “SOLDIERETTES”
ENGLAND – Queen Elizabeth is an interested spectator at a colorful parade of “Wats” – Women Auxiliary Territorial Service unites – and cheers them with a spirited message of victory for the Empire!
ZOO BABIES PERFORM FOR PUBLIC
BROOKLYN, N.Y. – Amusing scenes at the Prospect Park Zoo, where new Baby Tigers are on display. And in Central Park, baby Sea Lions. A snappy bunch of youngsters, even if the Sea Lion dislikes the water!
DUTCH PRINCESS IN NEW REFUGE
MONTEBELLO, CANADA – Princess Juliana, who fled Holland after the Nazi invasion, and who later left England for the Dominion, is shown with her two children at their Canadian refuge.
GOLDEN WEDDING BELLES MEET (Exclusive)
KANSAS CITY, MO. – The National True Vow Keepers Club, composed of couples wed over 50 years (and still going strong) – holds its 10th annual convention. One pair has been married for 67 years – a “high” for the conclave!
COWBOYS ROUND UP WILD HORSES
GLACIER NAT’L PARK, MONT. – Colorful scenes of the annual Round-up, as hundreds of cowhands corral thousands of wild steeds in preparation for the Summer Dude ranchers. A Wild West thriller with all the trimmin’s!
“AUTO POLO” NEW SPORT THRILL (Exclusive)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. – Horses give way to machines in this latest sporting fad! “Motorized Polo” – with the Golden Gates trimming the Hoosier Tigers in a fast action game with plenty of near death collisions!
“HUSKIES” WIN HUDSON REGATTA
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – The University of Washington oarsmen win the classic rowing regatta, beating off a desperate last mile challenge by Cornell to sweep across by a quarter of a length for a spectacular victory! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40050)
WAR ENDS AS FRANCE SIGNS ON DOTTED LINE
ROME, ITALY – Although rushed to the U.S. by Clipper plane, spectacular scenes of II Duce’s announcement of Italy’s declaration of war arrive at the same time as news of France’s bitter capitulation, the final signing of Italy’s rigid peace terms, ending the fighting on the Continent!
BRITISH GIRD FOR NAZI INVASION
With France crushed, Great Britain speeds her defenses to halt the threatened German invasion. Stalwart Indian regiments arrive to help defend the British Isles! Italians living in London hasten to show their loyalty to Britain after Italy’s declaration of war against the Allies!
REPUBLICAN CONVENTION GETS UNDERWAY
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – The political “Big Parade” is on – as Republican leaders and delegates from all over the U.S. arrive to nominate a presidential candidate. Thomas Dewey, Sen. Robert Taft and Wendell Willkie lead the list of nominees, as Governor Stassen of Minnesota delivers the “keynote” address!
NAZIS AND REDS BOMBED
NEW YORK, N.Y. – “Mystery” blasts shatter an office directly below the Nazi consulate, and the display window at Communist headquarters. Scores were hurt, but none fatally, as police investigate the double bombings!
SHIP HOME AFTER U-BOAT ESCAPE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The SS. Washington, loaded with American refugees, makes port after a narrow escape from being torpedoed off Portugal. A Nazi “Sub” threatened the liner and only desisted after frantic signals from the American ship.
NEW GOVERNOR GENERAL ARRIVES
OTTAWA, ONT. – Historic rites at Canada’s Parliament Building mark the reception for the Earl of Athlone, new “War” leader, who arrives from England with his wife, Princess Alice!
BOY SCOUTS HONOR DAN BEARD
NEWYORK, N.Y. – The noted Boy Scout pioneer and National Commissioner is hailed by thousands of scouts at a colorful World’s Fair festival held in honor of his 90th birthday. Tribute to a Grand Old Man!
MORE TROOPS SAIL FOR ALASKA
SEATTLE, WASH. – Infantry, artillery and other units, equipped with mechanized sections and new guns, embark on the Army transport “St. Mihiel” for Alaska where they’ll help set up defenses for new air and land bases.
GIRL “GOBS” SAIL ON CRUISE
ANNAPOLIS, MD. – It’s “Heave Ho, Lassie!” for 18 Girl Scout Mariners, as they sail aboard the schooner “Wm. J. Stanford” for a ten-day cruise in Chesapeake Bay. A nice, nautical vacation! |
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