Intercontinental Destroyer (Universal Newsreel, Jan 1957)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. 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. 2. 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. 3A/B. 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. / POLITICS FRENCH STYLE: PARIS - Someone 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. 4. BATHING SUITS IN THE SUN - Swim suits on the Bermuda beach show decided versatility in adjustable size, exotic fabrics and novel styling. 5A/B. 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, NY - 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.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library