The International Trot at Westbury in New York. Horses from all over the world participate in the dirt track Trot Race. Crowd cheers during the race. Horse 'Pluvier III' takes a lead and wins by a half length. Pluvier III and the winning jockey in the paddock waiting for the prize money of $100000.
Led by civil rights leader Dr. Martin King, Jr., African Americans, joined by some white supporters, especially white clergymen, proceed on a second attempt to march from Selma to Montgomery Alabama, to call attention to racial discrimination. Signs identify the Alabama River and the Edmund Pettus Bridge. The march is halted temporarily on the bridge. An older white man and woman, who seem to be known to local people, come forward and lead the march, without interference, allowing marchers to proceed to the end of the bridge.
California Governor-elect Ronald Reagan and Nancy Reagan celebrate Reagan's Gubernatorial election victory at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, California. Governor-elect Reagan gives a brief speech in which he promises a California 'of the people'
Charles Edison chosen as the new U.S. Navy Secretary in Washington D.C. Charles Edison takes an oath after being elected as the U.S. Navy Secretary. His wife stands next to him during the ceremony. Charles Edison gives a brief speech. He poses for a photograph with other officials.
College football Sugar Bowl game between Texas A&M 'Aggies' and Tulane 'Green Wave' in New Orleans, Louisiana. Spectators watch the players on the field. Texas A&M 'Aggies' wins over Tulane 'Green Wave' with a score of 14-13.
U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt addresses the Congress in Washington D.C. President Roosevelt strongly condemns the Nazi invasion of Holland and Belgium. He tells the 8th American Scientific Congress that the Americans are shocked by Hitler's attack. He talks about the Germans surrendering. Members of the Congress clap during President's speech. President Roosevelt promises aid to Belgium and Holland. (World War II period).
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