Byrnes Off for Paris (Universal Newsreel, Jul 1946)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. BYRNES OFF FOR PARIS: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Before taking off by plane for the historic 21-Nation Peace Conference in Paris, the State Secretary is given a gala send-off by Pres. Truman and other high officials. Mr. Byrnes says that America strives mightily for peace. 2. UNRRA CHIEF IN ITALY: ROME - Fiorella LaGuardia, Director of UNRRA, receives a warm welcome from the country of his ancestors. The former New York Mayor mingles with the needy during his vigorous food relief tour. 3. WILD PONY ROUND-UP: CHINCOTEAGUE, VA - Thrills galore and plenty of excitement thrown in when the annual round-up gets underway. The wild ponies swim across a river during the annual round-up and auction. 4A/B. CRUSADE OF PEACE: VEZELAY, FRANCE - To the very spot where the seventh Holy Crusade started in the Middle Ages, come pilgrims from all over Europe to pray for peace and international enlightenment. / FESTIVAL OF MIRACLES: ST. CLAIR, FRANCE - Colorful night processions and ceremonies mark the religious revival of the Saint Clair Festivities, honoring the 9th Century holy man whose divine powers still help the faithful. 5A/B. HOLLYWOOD GOLD CUP RACE: LOS ANGLES, CA - 50,000 fans see the $100,000 Hollywood Gold Cup Race and it's a thrilling finish as Fred Astaire's "Triplicate" comes from behind to nose out "Honeymoon" in a close victory. / WINS RICHEST GOLF GAME: CHICAGO, IL - Herman Barron of White Plains leads all the way to win the $10,500 prize in the All-American Open at Tam O'Shanter. He winds up with a par-matching 72 for a 280 total, one stroke ahead of Ellsworth Vines. (LOCAL – CANADA) CLAXTON TO PARIS MEETING.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library