Worst Floods in Japan (Universal Newsreel, Jul 1957)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. WORST FLOODS IN JAPAN: JAPAN - More than one thousand are dead or missing in the worst floods in the history of Kyushu, one of the main islands of Japan. More than 30 inches fell in some sections in a day, causing landslides that wrecked cities and towns and devastated farming areas. 2A/B/C. WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF — AIR FORCE ANNIVERSARY: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Old-time planes and modern supersonic jets provide a spectacular display of 50 years of aviation, as the Air Force celebrates its golden jubilee. / TUNISIAN "STRONG MAN": TUNIS -The week-old republic of Tunisia hails Habib Bourguiba, nationalist leader who takes over as President in the wake of the ousting of the Bey of Tunis. / OUTDOOR STYLE SHOW: SAN FRANCISCO - Onlookers get a big kick out of an outdoor fashion show staged in Union Square. The weather is perfect for a Summer showing of Fall ensembles, and even bridal gowns for next June. 3A/B/C. SPORTING HIGHLIGHTS — OLD-TIMER BASEBALL - In New York, former Yankee and Tiger "greats" play two innings of baseball in a salute to yesteryear / ARLINGTON HANDICAP - Chicago's great turf classic brings a large crowd out to see a large field fight it out for rich purse. Manasas, 4-yr.-old bay colt, edges out the favorite to win. / SAILING REGATTA - In Holland, Sailing Week is held under fair skies with brisk breezes sending colorful gaff-rigged "Rainbows" scudding along in picturesque style.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library