Universal Newsreel Volume 21, Release 169 Part LCL(CAN)

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The original release sheet reads: 1. A CENTURY OF FRIENDSHIP: NIAGARA FALLS - In the center of the famed Falls Bridge separating friendly neighbors, Premier Drew of Ontario and Lieut.-Gov. Hanley of New York take part in hundredth-anniversary celebration. A century of friendship is commemorated at a scenic spot. 2A/B. SWISS MARK 667th BIRTHDAY: LUGANO - President Celio of Switzerland leads the tiny republic in observing its 667th birthday, by inspecting the Boy Scout encampment at Trevano. More than 10,000 scouts greet him with a colorful program of scout activities. / KIDS ON OUTING AT BEACH: LONG BEACH - Five-thousand thrilled, happy youngsters, orphans and disabled kids of all faiths, are guests of David Soden on a pleasure-packed outing. With friendly cops to help, the kiddies swim and play and eat to their heart's content. 3A/B. HOOVER VISITS BIRTHPLACE: WEST BRANCH, IA - Herbert Hoover, former President and grand old man of the G.O.P., returns to his birthplace to celebrate his 74th birthday. Members of his family, and old friends join to help him make it an unforgettable affair. / MERMAID DISPLAYS TECHNIQUE: TAMPA - The Dixie premiere of "Mr. Peabody and The Mermaid" is heralded by pretty Nancy Tribble, in appropriate attire, cavorting in a pool. Right down to the last detail, Nancy is an eye-filling mermaid. 4. THRILLS FROM THE OLYMPICS: LONDON - The disputed 400-meter relay, which these official films later proved the U.S. runners had won, is among the thrills packed into this latest round-up of the Olympics. A spectacular exhibition of high-platform diving is put on by champions of many nations, including the victorious Americans. (LOCAL – CANADA) NAVY FLIERS PUT ON SHOW. (LOCAL – CANADA) GOLD CUP REGATTA.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library