Universal Newsreel Volume 21, Release 161, Part 2

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. TRUMAN NOMINATED / PRESIDENT CALLS FOR SPECIAL SESSION IN ACCEPTANCE SPEECH AT PHILADELPHIA: PHILADELPHIA - In a dramatic Democratic convention marked by open revolt of some Southern states and by noisy demonstrations for insurgent candidates, Pres. Truman receive a majority of the votes on the first ballot for re-nomination. Senator Barkley is picked as Mr. Truman's running-mate. In his acceptance speech, in which he calls for party harmony, the President issues a call for a special session of Congress to deal with "must" legislation. (Special Pre-Release) 2A/B. RACING THRILL!—CRASHES MARK "MIDGET" DEBUT: LOS ANGELES - The opening of the Coliseum's new board track provides the fans with plenty of excitement and palpitations. A crash involving three cars spotlights the thrill department, as the midgets skid dangerously around the turns. / CYCLE CLASSIC IN HOLLAND: ASSEN, HOLLAND - Over 100,000 spectators come by auto, motorcycle, train, bike and bus to witness the International speed races. One motorbike driver has a close brush with death when he skids on the wet pavement. (LOCAL – CANADA) CANADIAN OLYMPIC TRYOUTS. (LOCAL – CANADA) CANADA’S MEAT SUPPLY SOARS. (LOCAL – CANADA) U.S. CANADIAN SAILING RACES.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library