Penn Ties 16-Year-Old Mile Relay Mark in Classic Track Meet (Universal Newsreel, Apr 1931)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. PENN TIES 16-YEAR-OLD MILE RELAY MARK IN CLASSIC TRACK MEET: PHILADELPHIA, PA - Spring carnival marked by Homeric efforts of Ohio State University team that upset quarter-mile and medley events. Spills that carve nicks in hurdlers’ shins feature a hard fought contest in the rain before crowd that almost filled the vast stadium at Franklin Field. 2. DOG HEROES RECEIVE HONOR MEDALS FOR OUTSTANDING VALOR: NEW YORK, NY - Neither size nor breed provide qualifications for standing in “The Dog Legion” where bravery only counts. Twelve are decorated for fearless action in circumstances that may have meant death to masters. Mutts cavort with pedigreed canines. 3. NATIVE PATRIOTS HAIL FIRST OFFICIAL VISIT OF HEIR TO THRONE: TRIPOLI, LIBYA - Native colonial troops tender a colorful reception to Prince Humbert, Crown Prince of Italy, on African journey with his bride, formerly Princess Maria Jose, of Belgium. Royal party is acclaimed by milling crowds eager for initial glimpse of their future ruler. NEWS PARAGRAPHS: 4. BERKELEY, CA - Police begin anti-faulty-brake drive! — Drastic campaign against lax motorists brings quick results. 5. EAST PITTSBURGH, PA - 144 cars stored in space for six! — Novel device intended to relieve traffic and parking problems. 6. LOS ANGELES, CA - Chimpanzee apes cameraman! — “Snookie” conducts own big game expedition in wilds of Luna Park. 7. FIRST YALE-HARVARD RUGBY GAME ENDS IN ELI DEFEAT; SCORE 14-3: CAMBRIDGE, MA - After many scrub contests, traditional American college foes play for the records. English universities that make this their major sport have nothing on the rough and ready manner in which the Blue and Crimson toss each other around. 8. CHINATOWN GUARDED AS RIVAL TONGS HOLD ANNUAL CONVENTIONS: NEW YORK, NY - Thousands of Chinese from all parts of the nation gather in Oriental quarter for conclaves of Hip Sings and On Leongs, held simultaneously for first time in history of this country. Antagonists may sign disarmament agreement. Extra police detachments mingle with crowds to prevent outbreak. Dragon is paraded through streets to expel “evil spirits” and business “depression.” 9. RACE DRIVER UNHURT AS CAR CRASHES INTO FENCE AT TOP SPEED: LOS ANGELES, CA - Allen Special thrills crowd in spectacular wreck of auto catapulted from the race course during the Ascot Feature but he miraculously escapes death. Mel McKee in daring finish forges ahead of favored Ernie Triplett. (LOCAL – CANADA - A) INTREPID MOTORISTS PLAN COAST TO COAST ACROSS CANADA: HAMILTON, ONTARIO. (LOCAL – CANADA - B) No info.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library