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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40091)
FIRST “DRAFTEES” OFF FOR CAMP
BOSTON, MASS. – John Lawton, 21-year old sign painter, receives the “honor” of being “Draftee No. 1,” first to be sworn in for the new conscript army. With other young men, he heads for Fort Devens for a year’s training – free!
STRIKE SLOWS AIRPLANE PLANT
DOWNEY, CALIF. – Despite a strike in the Vultee plant here, Uncle Sam takes delivery of 33 new basic training planes, and later, Air Corps pilots go through picket lines to get another batch.
N.Y. HAILS NEW TUNNEL OPENING
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The new $58,000,000 Queens-Midtown Tunnel, destined to reduce traffic jams and hazards on N.Y. bridges, goes into service. A realistic fire test is conducted to show how effective the new fire brigade can be!
FREIGHTER WRECKED IN STORM
LITTLE SABLE POINT, MICH. – Two persons were washed overboard to their death, and others rescued in the nick of time, from the SS. Novanoc, which cracks up on the rocks after being driven aground in a severe storm.
NEW CARGO SHIP IS LAUNCHED
LONG BEACH, CALIF. – First freighter to be launched here since the World War, slides down the ways in a sideways launching. It’s the 417-foot SS. Cape Mendocino, soon to see service on the New York – Havana run.
SANTA CLAUS GOES TO SCHOOL (Exclusive)
BUFFALO, N.Y. – The only school of its kind in the world! Prospective “Santas” learn the ABC’s of Christmas make-up and psychology, to find out how to play their parts in stores and at parties!
CHIC NEW FASHIONS DESPLAYED (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Chic new ensembles for Milady’s winter holidays and for Spring are alluringly shown by pretty models. Designed by Jenkins, the colorful new wardrobe includes many unusual creations.
GRID THRILLS OF THE WEEK
BOSTON COLLEGE NIPS GEORGETOWN, 19-18
BOSTON, MASS. – The unbeaten “Eagles” of Boston and the unbeaten “Hoyas” of Georgetown University clash for top honors before a record crowd of 43,000 fans. The “Eagles” come from behind to win in a thriller!
MICHIGAN TOPS N’WESTERN, 20-13
ANN ARBOR, MICH. – Sparked by Tom Harmon and Bob Westfall, the “Wolverines” claw the visiting “Wildcats” to clinch a score-packed game.
PENN “BLITZES” THE ARMY, 48-0
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – The University of Pennsylvania’s fast moving gridiron forces bury the West Point “Cadets” in a one sided game, with plenty of aerial galas and long runs. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40092)
HEROES OF ATTACK ON CONVOY
CANADA – Survivors of the armed merchantman, “Jervis Bay,” which engaged a Nazi “Raider” and saved 34 out of a convoy of 38 freighters, arrive on rescue ship and get big welcome. Many are wounded but proud of their exploits that thrilled the civilized world.
CAPITOL DOME THREATENS CONGRESS
WASHINGTON, D.C. – “Heavy-heavy hangs over the head of Congress”! The historic dome, built in 1854, is in danger of collapse, experts fear. House vote to remain in session delays repair of the famous structure!
FIRST DRAFTEERS ARRIVE AT CAMP
FORT SHERIDAN, ILL. – Young recruits for Uncle Sam’s conscript army, first to be called out, arrive for a year’s training. They get a going over by Army doctors – and then are fitted for uniform.
DIVING STARTS SHINE IN MEET
PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. – Crack U.S. aquatic stars thrill the fans with a breathless exhibition of high-board diving. Marjorie Gestring, Corinne Smith and other outstanding exponents show their top-notch form.
NEW BOMBERS HEAD FOR BRITAIN
SANTA MONICA, CALIF. – Eight new Douglas DB-7 attack bombers, deadliest of its type in the world, take off for the East, where they’ll be shipped to England to tackle the Nazi war birds.
X-COUNTRY CHAMP WINS AGAIN
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Leslie MacMitchell, N.Y.U. harrier, repeats his performance of last year and wins the I.C.4-A classic. Robert Nichols of Rhode Island State comes in second, leading his team to victory.
“PRO” GIANTS TOP PACKERS, 7-3
NEW YORK, N.Y. – An old-fashioned football thriller is the game between the N.y. Giants and the Green Bay Packers of Wisconsin. A Packer fumble puts the New Yorkers in position to score early in the game.
FILM STARS IN PLEA TO ALIENS
U.S.A. – A plea to all aliens to register with the U.S. is made by Charles Boyer and Merle Oberon, foreign screen stars, who say that the opportunities given them and others should be reciprocated.
CORNELL BOWS ON 5TH DOWN RULINE
HANOVER, N.H. – Football’s “photo-finish” upset of the year! Pictures show much publicized “fifth down” that cancels Cornell’s 7-3 victory over the Dartmouth “Indians,” and ends the Big Red 2-year winning streak! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40093)
ON THE WAR FRONT
FIRST PICTURES OF GRECO-ITALIAN WAR
Scenes along the Greek frontier, where Fascist troops began an off schedule drive several weeks ago. Italian forces “invade” Greek soil before the defenders turn the tables on II Duce!
ATHENS, GREECE – Premier Metaxes, Greek No. 1 Man, leads his nation’s valiant stand against the Fascist invaders. He reviews detachments of the famous “Evzones,” troops dressed in skirts!
THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN
R.E. Jeffrey, commentator of Universal’s British newsreel, shows how air-raid damage in famous Leicester Square in London, is presented to the British public.
U.S. EVACUATES CITIZENS IN CHINA
SHANGHAI, CHINA – Over 300 Americans warned to quit China because of a possibility of conflict, leave on the SS. Monterey. The Schinazi family, and Noel Coward, noted playwright, are among the evacuees!
FIRST N.Y. DRAFTEES SWORN IN
NEW YORK, N.Y. – 237 “selectees” from New York, all but 12 of them volunteers, sign up for a year’s training under the new conscript army program. Forty-two young men from Manhattan leave for camp after a thorough “once-over.”
NEW INTERCEPTOR PLANE SHOWN
ST. LOUIS, MO. – The new Curtiss-Wright “Interceptor-Fighter,” said to be the fastest climbing plane in the world, is demonstrated during ground-breaking ceremonies for a huge new airplane factory, largest in the Middle West.
GIRL GRID STAR TAKES A BOW!
ATMORE, ALA. – Pretty Luverne Wise is football sensation of the High School team here! She helps the boys gain a 41-0 victory over the opposition, with Luverne in there kicking extra points like a modern Valkyrie!
THRILLS ON THE GRIDIRON
PENN OVERTAKES CORNELL, 22-20
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – 80,000 frenzied fans see the “Quakers” come from behind to defeat the “Big Red” juggernaut, in a score-packed thriller. Reagan stars for Penn, scoring three touch-downs.
N’Western Routs Notre Dame, 20-0
EVANSTON, ILL. – The “Irish” suffer their worst defeat in four years, as the Northwestern “Wildcats” claw the South Bend team into stubborn submission. Clawson and DeCorrevont star for the winners. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40094)
AMERICA PREPARES
RUSH MORE TROOPS TO ALASKA
SEATTLE, WASH. – In a move surrounded by secrecy, Uncle Sam sends 775 officers and men of the 75th Coast Artillery (A.A.) on board the Army transport, St. Mihiel, to bolster our outpost forces in strategic Alaska.
TWO DESTROYERS LAUNCHED
KEARNY, N.J. – Another forward step in our naval expansion program! Two new “greyhounds” for the U.S. Navy, the “Edison” and the “Ericsson,” are christened, one by Thomas Edison’s widow.
U.S. SKI TROOPS IN DEBUT
MT. RAINIER, WASH. – Thrilling scenes with Uncle Sam’s first ski patrol! Troops of the 41st Division, in special dress, “storm” the mountains in tests to train soldiers for service in the snow.
NAVY TESTS “MOSQUITO” BOATS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Thrills and excitement for our cameraman, who goes for the ride of his life – on one of the new “P.T.” boats for the Navy. Capable of 60 M.P.H., the 70-foot craft gives us quite a ride.
A SALUTE TO SAINT NICK
SCREEN STARS IN XMAS PARADE
HOLLYWOOD, CALIF. – Movieland notables take part in a colorful salute to Christmas. Many film favorites appear during a gala spectacle of floats, dedicating the main street as “Santa Claus Lane.”
MERCHANT GIVES COATS TO NEEDY (Exclusive)
KANSAS CITY, MO. – Louis A. Cumonow, local merchant, is a modern Good Samaritan. This year, as usual, he gives away free hundreds of coats, and other articles of the unemployed.
LIFE-LIKE DOLLS HAVE DEBUT (Exclusive)
LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. – A thrill for “little sister” – amazing dolls that move their arms and legs as if alive. Made of a plastic magic skin, the novel toys should prove a big hit this Christmas.
COURT CHAMPS GET UNDER WAY
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Basketball is back! And it’s a top-notch battle between the Phillips “66” “Oilers” and the Ohrback A.A. players. Nip and tuck all the way, but the “Oilers” come to the top to win, 37-35.
“HEEL & TOE” CHAMPS STEP OUT (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – A “Turkey Day” classic is the annual ten-mile walking race to Coney Island, with 46 competing this year. Maybe they’re just working up an appetite for turkey. Anyway, it’s a laugh!
POLICE, FIREMEN IN SANTA ROLE (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Good news for New York youngsters, who might have a slim Xmas but for the “cops” and the “fire ladies.” Volunteers mend old toys for Christmas distribution to needy children.
FIRE CO. MASCOT “PAYS OFF” (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – “Mrs. Boots,” official mascot of Hook & Ladder Co. No 24, presents the “boys” with a litter of nine pups – a “9 alarm” event! They call the roll for mama – and nine little Dalmatian “booties.”
CULINARY MASTERPIECES SHOWN (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Works of art that will make your mouth water. The 25th annual National Hotel Exposition displays tempting, luscious masterpieces turned out by various hotel chefs.
N.Y. GIANTS “SCALP” REDSKINS
NEW YORK, N.Y. – “Pro” football in its most exciting form is seen in the clash between the New Yorkers and the Washingtonians, with the Giants scoring three times, on passes and plunges, to wini 21-7. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40095)
MEXICO HAILS NEW PRESIDENT
MEXICO CITY, D.F. – Threats of revolution peter out, and peace reigns, as Gen. Manuel Avila Camacho, with U.S. blessing, becomes the new president to succeed president Cardenas. Colorful scenes mark the inauguration, with Pan-American unity stressed by all.
Henry A. Wallace, Vice-President elect, is Uncle Sam’s special envoy to the ceremony, and receives a hearty greeting from Camacho supporters.
PREPAREDNESS HEADLINES
ARMY SPEEDS DRAFTEE TRAINING
FORT ORD, CALIF. – The West Coast’s biggest post takes on a wartime aspect, with 12,500 troops, including new conscript soldiers, beginning training. By 1941, 30,000 men are expected to be under arms here.
BOMBERS RUSHED FOR BRITAIN
SEATTLE, WASH. – Striking mass production scenes at the Boeing plant, where a Flying Fortress is turned out every two days. Twenty of the huge, 22-ton bombers are slated for England and others for the U.S.
DIES DEFENDS “5th COLUMN” EXPOSURES
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Martin Dies, chairman of Congress committee exposing sabotage activities in defense plants, says the work of exposure must go on! However, Attorney General Robert Jackson tells the nation that the F.B.I. and Army and Navy Intelligence Services can attend to Fifth Columnists.
8 DEAD IN BUILDING EXPLOSION
TOPPENISH, WASH. – A terrific gas explosion levels a big downtown building, killing eight persons and injuring 14. Police and other rescue groups search the ruins and bring out victims of the disaster.
PRIZE LIVESTOCK SEEN IN SHOW
CHICAGO, ILL. – Champs from prize-winning farms gather for the International Livestock Exposition. Blue-blood steers and horses, side by side from 4-H Club winners. Sheep shearing demonstrations provide interesting interludes.
SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN
NEW YORK, N.Y. – The “Big Town” is all in readiness for that jolly fellow on December 25th. Lights twinkle over town, as shop windows draw big crowds. Wise shoppers are hard at it, buying the mailing their gifts early.
GRID THRILLS OF THE WEEK
102,000 SEE NAVY BEAT ARMY, 14-0
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – Preceded by a colorful review by Cadets and Midshipmen, the 50th anniversary meeting of the “service” teams provides thrills and color for a huge throng at the Municipal Stadium. And it’s the Middies who “sink” the Army in real Navy style! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40096)
THE WAR AT SEA
BRITISH RESCUE DOWNED FASCIST FLIER
In the Mediterranean – thrilling scenes aboard British warships, during an attack by Italian planes. Anti-aircraft gunners “bag” a fascist flier and rescue crews pull him out of the water just before his parachute sinks.
CANADA SPEEDS TROOPS TRAINING
CAME BORDEN, ONT. – Canada’s war efforts are in high gear! Training soldiers to fight for empire overseas! Tank drivers, motorcycle patrols, infantry and other units – together in spectacular battle maneuvers!
F.D.R. SAILS ON MYSTERY CRUISE
MIAMI, FLA. – Off for a two-week cruise in Caribbean waters, possibly to inspect navy sites on islands leased from Britain, goes President Roosevelt aboard the cruiser Tuscaloosa. He may have to fly back if an emergency arises.
PET HEN LAYS EGG IN KITCHEN (Exclusive)
NEW MONMOUTH, N.J. – “Sally,” an extraordinary New Hampshire Red, owned by “Mrs. Wm. Moffett, pays a visit to the kitchen every morning – and like clockwork, lays an egg for breakfast. No transportation problem here!
DOG PROVES GOOD TRAFFIC COP (Exclusive)
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Meet “Prof. Knee-Hi,” famous “safety dog.” He teaches school children how to cross the street safely – has done so for thousands. He’s a wire-haired terrier – and about the smartest thing on four feet!
WALLACE AT MEXICAN WEST POINT
MEXICO CITY, D.F. – Henry A. Wallace, special U.S. envoy, extends congratulations and best wishes to President Camacho, and is a guest at a military demonstration by cadets of the Military Academy.
PRIZE CATS ON DISPLAY AT SHOW (Exclusive)
CHICAGO, ILL. – Prize winning Persian, Manx, Siamese and Abyssinian cats – along with just plain kitties – are seen in the Beresford Show. You’ll love the “Great Lover” - and a litter of blue-blooded kittens!
HEALTHIEST YOUNGSTERS CHOSEN
CHICAGO, ILL. – The healthiest boys and girls in the nation – winners of the 4-H Club national contest – take a bow! Exercise, hard work and plenty of milk is the key to their success.
DODGERS UPSET N.Y. GIANST, 14-6
NEW YORK, N.Y. – “Ace” Parker stars for the Brooklyn “pro” gridders as they cop second place in the league with a stunning victory over the New Yorkers. 55,000 football fans see the fun – and how! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40097)
THE WAR FRONT
“COVENTRY” RAID DAMAGE TERRIFIC
IN ENGLAND – Nazi “blitz” attacks on midland cities take a heavy toll in lives and property. Cheered by visits of royalty to bombed areas, victims of new raids keep “thumbs up.” Arriving in an armored car, Queen Elizabeth goes shopping in London. Her cheerful smile, and bravery in time of danger, thrills the civilized world.
AMERICAN “ACES” TRAIN IN CANADA
Hundreds of adventurous American fliers have joined the R.C.A.F., as instructors or students for service overseas. Spurred by the announcement that they won’t forfeit their U.S. citizenship!
10 DEAD IN LUXURY PLANE CRASH
CHICAGO, ILL. – Seven of the passengers and the crew of three die in the crash of an airliner near the Chicago airport. The plane, coming in for a landing during a blizzard, smashed into power lines and wrecked several structures.
LAUNCH SHIP FOR AFRICAN “RUN”
BALTIMORE, MD. – Second new U.S. merchant marine vessel for the South African route in 11 years, slides down the ways at Sparrows Point. The $2,500,000 SS. Robin Doncaster – a new U.S. challenge for world trade!
STUNT FLIERS IN THRILL SHOW
NEW ORLEANS, LA. – The All-American Air Show is a succession of sensational air feats, featuring “aerobats” in spectacular stunts. Smoke-writing, upside down flying, the “pic-a-back” stunt and other thrills!
SANTA CLAUSE GETS A DUNKING
PALM SPRING, CALIF. – Here’s a West Coast publicity man’s latest brain-child! Santa distributes Xmas gifts to mermaids at the bottom of a swimming pool. It’s one time that Santa’s all wet!
FLY ENVOY’S WIFE HOME TO CHLE
MITCHELL FIELD, N.Y. – Pan-American “good neighbor” gesture! Senora Carlos Davila, ailing wife of Chile’s former president, is taken aboard a “Flying Fortress,” to be flown home to Santiago, Chile.
WALLACE SEES MEXICAN RODEO
MEXICO CITY – Colorful scenes at the Rodeo Plaza, where the U.S. envoy and his wife are special guests at a Mexican festival and Bull Fight, attended by gaily-bedecked men and women.
25 AMBULANCES FOR GREECE
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Twenty-five mobile units released for service in the Grecian War are blessed in impressive ceremonies at the Greek Cathedral. Part of the British-American corps, they’ll help Britain’s latest ally.
CHICAGO BEARS ROUT REDSKINS, 73-0
WASHINGTON, D.C. – “East Meets West” – in “pro” grid play-off – and the West (The Chicago Bears) overwhelms the East (The Washington Redskins). A record-breaking score that gives the Bears the “pro” title. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40098)
RUMANIAN EARTHQUAKE
BUCHAREST, RUMANIA – Scenes of destruction in the wake of the worst ‘quake in decades to strike the country, razing entire towns and crippling industry. Thousands are killed and countless thousands injured.
BOMBING OF CHUNKING
CHINA – Spectacular scenes of the Chinese city under a terrific bombardment by Japanese planes, which take off from bases to subject the city to a devastating raid. Amazing pictures of air-raid destruction right before your eyes!
BRITAIN AT WAS
LONDON – After the raiders pass, London gets down to work! Troops help repair telephone lines, clean up debris. In hospitals, radium equipment is stored in deep vaults during attacks. Polish troops are training for another “crack” at the Nazis. Stationed in Scotland, they man shore batteries. Indian fliers – swarthy bearded fighters from India, help Britain fight off raiders. Units are training with R.A.F.
UNLOAD TANKS FOR DESERT DRIVE
EGYPT – Hundreds of tanks and guns are unloaded from ships and prepared for Britain’s “blitz” attack against the Italians at Sidi Barrani.
ITALIAN “SUB” CHASED TO SAFETY
Off Gibralter – British planes spot a facist submarine and signal for nearby warships. But the submersible reaches safety in African territorial waters!
THE WINDSORS HAILED ON VISIT TO U.S.
MIAMI, FLA. – A visit to an American dentist develops into an international good will event. The duke and duchess are greeted by thousands as they arrive at the dock. The duchess has a troublesome tooth!
LANDS IN BAY TO SAVE PLANE
FLOYD BENNETT FIELD, N.Y. – Ensign Robert Winston, test pilot who served in Finland, lands a Navy ship in Jamaica Bay when he finds his wheels won’t come down. A spectacular crack up but he saves the plane!
NEW RUBBER BATHING SUITS SEEN (Exclusive)
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Fashion note for Milady with a yen for sunny beaches! You’ll be a “hit” in the new ensembles by George Kleinert, with chic aqua fleur trimmings, alluringly shown in a Hotel New Yorker setting.
SKI JUMPING CHAMS TAKE OVER
BEAR MT., N.Y. – The earliest meet here in 30 years finds the nation’s crack slat men in fate season form. A thrilling sight as they roar down the steel slide – and off into space!
FAMOUS JEWEL IN CHURCH RITE
CHICAGO, ILL. – “Crown of the Andes,” fabulous religious diadem of rare emeralds and valued in the millions, is used in impressive ceremonies at Our Lady of Sorrows Church.
BLIND RIDER IN DARING JUMP (Exclusive)
CORPUS CHRISI, TEXAS – Blinded while doing the same feat several years ago, Senora Carver, dare-devil circus star, rides her pet horse off a 40-foot tower into the pool below! |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40099)
DEFENSE CHIEF WARNS OF ARMS DELAY
NEW YORK, N.Y. – William Knudsen, defense commissioner, tells the National Association of Manufacturers that the U.S. is lagging behind 30 per cent in its arms race, especially as to the promised 1,000 planes a month by March, 1941. He calls for a speed-up by industry and labor!
F.D.R. BACK FROM DEFENSE TRIP
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Pres. Roosevelt ends his two-week “defense” tour of Caribbean bases, disembarking at the Navy base here. He faces growing demands at home for a speed-up of U.S. preparedness efforts.
LAUNCH NEW AIRCRAFT CARRIER
NEWPORT NEWS, VA. – A milestone in U.S. naval expansion is the launching of the new U.S.S. Hornet, swift new plane carrier designed to carry 83 planes. Mrs. Frank Knox, wife of Navy chief, does the honors.
CAPITAL RITES FOR AMBASSADOR
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Capital pays final tribute to Lord Lothian, popular British envoy who died suddenly after a short illness. High administration and government leaders attend impressive funeral rites.
“FRIDAY 13TH CLUB” DEFIES JINX (Exclusive)
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – Walking under ladders, breaking mirrors and doing other “bad luck” things on Friday the 13th doesn’t faze members of this anti-superstition club. They try ‘em all at a goofy luncheon in the zoo!
GOLFERS VIE FOR SILVER DOLLARS
MIAMI, FLA. – A host of top-notch golfers in a pre-season tournament, for ten thousand dollars in silver. They turn “cartwheels” to win, but Byron Nelson takes first prize – all in cash. He hits the “jackpot”!
OKLAHOMA CAGERS TOP C.C.N.Y.
NEW YORK, N.Y. – “Big Time” basketball for “Big Town” fans, with the championship “Aggies” from the Southwest walloping the local quintet, 32-24, in a thrilling battle in Madison Square Garden.
NEWEST BOMBER “TOPS” IN TEST
BALTIMORE, MD. – Known simply as the B-26, a new Martin bomber undergoes trials for acceptance by the Army. It has a tail turret, four-bladed propellers, and is said to be the fastest of its type in the world.
ARMY ENGINEERS BUILD BRIDGE
FORT KNOX, KY. – Modern warfare requires speed and action. That’s what you get when engineers of the armored force build a pontoon bridge across the Ohio River, to transport tanks and troops to the other side. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1940 (UE40100)
LABOR CHIEFS PLEDGE DEFENSE AID
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Leaders of both A.F. of L. and the C.L.O. tell the nation that their organizations are 100 per cent behind defense efforts. William Green says there will be no unnecessary strikes, while Philip Murray says the C.I.O. has a plan to speed up production.
38 DEAD IN MEXICAN WRECK
IGUALA, MEXICO – The worst railroad disaster in Mexican history takes a terrible toll in dead and injured. A 19-car work train, out of control rounding a turn, plunged into a gorge, ending up in shattered wreckage below.
INDIANS GAIN BY ANCIENT TREATY
AKRON, N.Y. – Quaint ceremonies mark the annual fulfillment of a treaty made with the Indians in 1794. “Braves” and “Squaws” of the Seneca tribe receive an allotment of cloth from the government – and go into a dance!
WINDSORS SAIL AFTER U.S. VISIT
MIAMI, FLA. – America’s visit of royalty ends, as the Duke and Duchess of Windsor leave on the yacht, “Southern Cross,” for Nassau. The Duchess is well again, thank you, after a tooth operation.
SNOW CARNIVAL IS GALA FETE
ALTA, UTAH – Colorful scenes at Alta’s first snow carnival, high in the Utah “Rockies.” Our cameraman got frost-bitten and his camera froze getting these pictures – but it was worth it, you’ll agree!
ARMY GETS NEW SEARCHLIGHTS
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. – First of a big order for billion candle-power searchlights for the Army are completed at the General Electric plant. These new “Aladdins” can pick up a plane flying 25,000 feet up!
MEXICANS WORSHIP PATRON SAINT
LA VILLA, MEXICO – Impressive scenes as 150,000 devout Catholics gather from all parts of the country to worship at the shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe, the Mexican patron saint.
FILM STARS AT GALA PREMIERE (Exclusive)
SANTA FE, N. MEX. – A bevy of screen talent is on hand for the premiere of the Western epic, “Santa Fe Trail.” Errol Flynn, Rita Hayworth and others! Wait until you see them in a snow-fight – and on the ski run!
DUTCH PRINCESS VISITS F.D.R.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Princess Juliana of Holland, royal refugee who fled her homeland to Canada, is met by Dutch Minister London and Undersecretary of State Welles, as she arrives for a visit at the White House.
YOUNG SLUGGERS MIX IT IN RING
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Action galore marks the finals of the Diamond Belt bouts at Madison Square Garden. Youthful sluggers let go with a barrage of “rights” and “lefts” that will delight all fisticuff fans! |
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