121 Dead in Cruise Ship Fire (Universal Newsreel, Sep 1949)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. 121 DEAD IN CRUISE SHIP FIRE: TORONTO - First films of the terrible fire that sweeps the Great Lakes cruise ship "Noronic" at her pier. More than 120 are known dead and scores missing. Fortunate survivors tell dramatic stories of their escape from the inferno that caught many passengers in their cabins. 2. DEFENSE SECRETARY LAUDS MOVIES: LOS ANGELES - Speaking before the convention of the Theatre Owners of America, Defense Secretary Louis Johnson praises the work of motion pictures in helping win the victory, and in making America strong against the menace of communism. 3A/B. ROLLER DERBY CHAMPIONS: NEW YORK - Spectacular action for the fans—Roller Derby thrills at Madison Square Garden. An action-packed premiere finds the Brooklyns and the Bronx-Phillies battling hard and rough for victory. When the gal skaters swing into action . . . look out for danger! / WASHINGTON-UTAH FOOTBALL: SEATTLE - Highlights of an early-season grid thriller—first game for the "Huskies" and a 14-7 victory over the Utah "Redskins." Long passes and spectacular runs feature the gridiron thriller. (LOCAL – DALLAS) TEXAS THEATRES AID POLIO FUND. (LOCAL – CANADA) GILLNETTERS TURN OUT FOR SALMON RUN. (LOCAL – CANADA) GOV. GENERAL OPEN 21ST PARLIAMENT.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library