Nehru and Ike Meet (Universal Newsreel, Dec 1956)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. NEHRU AND IKE MEET - Prime Minister Nehru of India is cordially welcomed by President and Mrs. Eisenhower. Following the White House reception, the two leaders of East and West spend two days, in Washington and at the President's Gettysburg farm, in personal discussion of vital global issues. 2A/B/C/D/E. NEW AUSTRIA ARMY - For the first time since World War II, recruits take the oath in Vienna, as Austria forms a new Army. An historic occasion for the small republic. / FIRST "VANGUARD" ROCKET - At Cape Canaveral, Florida, "Project Vanguard" fires the first rocket in a series which will lead to the launching of an artificial satellite into outer space. / CARDINAL'S XMAS PARTY - Francis Cardinal Spellman brings Christmas cheer to 50 waifs, with his 11th annual party for youngsters from the N.Y. Founding Hospital. / "READY RESERVE" TRAINS - At Ft. Dix, N.J., recruits to the "ready reserve" begin 6 months intensive basic training–after which they'll be part-time soldiers for 7½ years. / BABY FLAME THROWER - The Army reveals a "one-shot" flame-thrower, just as destructive as the old multi-shot model–but weighing a mere 26 pounds, handy for paratroopers. 3. CRUISE FASHIONS - "Glitter leather" takes the fashion spotlight, sleek and supple, and trimmed with furs, pearls or Paisley for luxurious coats and cocktail dresses. 4. 7-FOOT BASKETBALL SENSATION: SEATTLE -"Wilt The Stilt" Chamberlain of Kansas U., 7-foot scoring sensation, lead the "Jayhawks" to victory in a thrill-packed game against the Washington "Huskies." The fans get a big kick out of the big star from Kansas.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library