Universal Newsreels, Release 6, January 14, 1957.

Format:

• Video

Series:

• American History in Video
• Universal Newsreels ; 6

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

• Post-war Era (1945-1960).
• Weapons testing.
• Bermuda.
• Paris, Ile-de-France.
• United States.

Local Subjects:

• Post-war Era (1945-1960).
• Weapons testing.
• Bermuda.
• Paris, Ile-de-France.
• United States.

Genre:

• Newsreel

Physical Description:

1 online resource (7 minutes)

Place of Publication:

Neighborhood:Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Universal Pictures Company, 1957.

Language Note:

• In English.
• Original language in English.

System Details:

data file

Summary:

INTERCONTINENTAL DESTROYER The Snark, capable of traveling thousands of miles carrying a nuclear war head makes a remote control flight and lands on novel skids after being braked by a parachute. GALA BENEFIT BALL NEW YORK-The begum Aga Khan is guest of honor at a lavish Imperial Ball for the benefit of disabled veterans. A glittering array of personalities helps make it a spectacular event. POLITICS FRENCH STYLE PARIS-Some one didn't like a speech made at Mendes-France's Radical-Socialist rally and tossed tear bombs, starting a few fires and lots of commotion at the Palais des Sports. MUNITIONS BLAST The small town Sezanne, France is rocked by exploding shells and rockets as a munitions train is unloaded. Three were killed, 50 injured and a number of buildings virtually demolished. BATHING SUITS IN THE SUN Swim suits on the Bermuda beach show decided versatility in adjustable size, exotic fabrics and novel styling. THE WORLD OF SPORTS FOOTBALL - Los Angeles - The Pro Bowl game provides color and excitement, with long runs, hefty heaves and some kicking deluxe. Bert Rechichar kicks four field goals to lead the Western all-stars to victory, 19-10. SKI JUMPING - Bear Mountain, New York - Art Tokle is the popular winner of the Torger Tokle Memorial tournament, named in honor of Art's hero brother. Some nasty spills keep the onlookers on edge.

Notes:

Title from resource description page (viewed April 12, 2017).

OCLC:

859525051