Universal Newsreel Volume 20, Release 51: Local Stories

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. FDR HOME IS SHRINE: WARM SPRINGS - The "Little White House," Georgia home of the late Pres. Roosevelt and scene of his death, is deeded to the state as a permanent shrine to FDR's memory. Gov. Thompson accepts the home on behalf of Georgia. 2A/B. THE TRAIN OF TOMORROW: CHICAGO - A glimpse into the future of luxury train travel is provided by G.M.'s astounding new streamliner, "Train of Tomorrow," which is fitted with a dazzling array of features, including Astra Domes and radio-telephones. / TOM THUMB MOTOR CAR: MUNICH, GERMANY - An amazing three-pound auto runs for an hour on a few drops of oil. The Tom Thumb buggy is a toy of technical importance; a David in size but a Goliath in performance. 3. POPE CONFERS SAINTHOOD: VATICAN CITY - In impressive church rites, led by Pope Pius XII, sainthood is conferred upon three holy men during the largest mass canonization in centuries. Forty-thousand pilgrims attend the St. Peter's ceremony. 4. FORD-FIRESTONE WEDDING: AKRON, OH - The social event of the year—the wedding of Martha Firestone, daughter of the tire company head, and William Ford, grandson of Henry Ford. Thousands attend reception at Harvel Manor. 5. FERRIER WINS PRO GOLF: DETROIT - Big Jim Ferrier, the Australian-born pro, proves a master on the greens and holes out to win the P.G.A. links title and trophy. He defeats Chick Harbert of Meadowbrook, 2 and 1. 6. PUSSY GETS THE GATE!: BELLEVUE, WA - Attired in gay nighties, contestants in this goofy derby wind up the clock, then race to the front door where they give kitty the gate. Cat Putter-Outers have a field day. Poor pussy! (LOCAL – CANADA) BOWLING CHAMPS.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library