Refugees Flee Spanish War (Universal Newsreel, Feb 1939)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. REFUGEES FLEE SPANISH WAR: LE PERTHUS, FRANCE - Pitiful scenes at the border as thousands of ill-clad starving old men, women and children, fleeing from the horror of the Insurgent onslaught, reach a safe haven with their meagre belongings. 2A. SENATORS AT ODDS ON PLANE DEAL: WASHINGTON, D.C. - While Senate Leader Alben Barkley defends the sale of planes to France and denies the President is leading the U.S. to war. Sen. Gerald Nye, Neutrality Act sponsor, says that recent purchases were authorized against the judgment of the War Department. 2B. ARMY FLEDGLINGS GET WINGS: KELLY FIELD, TX - A happy day for flying cadets! Following a thrilling aerial review, the graduating birdmen receive their diplomas and also the plaudits (and kisses) of their families and proud sweethearts. 2C. ARMY PLANES FLY OVER MTS.: CALIFORNIA - (Exclusive) Uncle Sam's fighting eagles take to the air for spectacular formation flights high over the Sierra Madre Mountains. A thrilling sight as the fleet craft from the 17th Attack Group maneuver above the peaks. 2D. ARGENTINE CADETS GRADUATED: EL PALOMAR, ARGEN. - Impressive scenes mark the commencement exercises at the Military College as Pres. Ortiz of the South American nation presents army commission to 122 graduating cadets. A snappy drill follows the ceremonies. 3. GASPARILLA PIRATES TAKE CITY: TAMPA, FL - The 31st annual Gasparilla Pageant, a colorful invasion of brightly-dressed "pirates" is witnessed by 225,000 spectators as the fierce "buccaneers" leave their "galleon" for a triumphal march through the city. 4A. SILVER SKATES MEET THRILLING: NEW YORK, NY - Action and excitement mark the annual Silver Skates carnival at Madison Square Garden! Youngsters and seasoned veterans stage a spectacular show which includes trick skating and fast sprints marked by nasty spills. 4B. AQUATIC STARS SHINE IN MEET: BUENOS AIRES, ARGEN. - The 1st Pan-American Swimming Tournament gets under way as teams from the U.S. and many South American countries compete for honors in thrilling dashes. Peter Fick, U.S. champ, wins the 100 meter event. 4C. GREYHOUNDS RACE AT NIGHT: MIAMI BEACH, FL - (Exclusive) The Kennel Club is the scene of thrilling dog races as a field of sleek canines get away after the elusive iron rabbit. The scenes are made at night, adding luster to the colorful and speedy sport. (LOCAL – WISCONSIN) CRACK U.S. SKATERS VIE FOR TROPHIES AT NATIONAL MEET.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library