News In A Nutshell (1936)

News in a Nutshell. Intertitle - ’Italy’ - Various shots of a new aeroplane, the Jona J-6, which has an upper wing that swivels to help the pilot make the turn. M/S of the upper wing swaying. Various shots as the pilot flies the aeroplane. Intertitle - ’Aldershot’ (Hampshire) - M/S of army men in physical training, they are each holding an ash pole which they use to do stretching exercises and build up their muscles. Various shots as they do exercises with the poles including vaulting and sit-ups. Various shots of schoolchildren, the army are touring schools teaching them the new training methods. Intertitle - ’Brooklands’ (Surrey) - Various shots of motorcycles waiting to start the race for the Hutchinson Challenge Cup. The flag is waved and they race away. Various shots as they speed around the circuit. S. H. Goddard wins and the chequered flag is waved. M/S of him on his motorcycle after the race. Intertitle - ’Attleborough’ (Norfolk) - Christmas turkeys. M/S of turkeys jumping out of a truc
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