Ike Talks on Disarmament (Universal Newsreel, Aug 1957)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. IKE TALKS ON DISARMAMENT - At his weekly press conference in Washington, D.C., President Eisenhower discusses his air inspection plan as offering the best hope for an agreement on world arms reduction. 2A/B/C. CRASH BARRIER - Mitchell Air Base in New York tests a new runway crash barrier, capable of arresting jets taxiing at 150 mph. / AIR BASE - The U.S. Air Force's Zaragoza air base in Spain begins operations with the arrival of a flight of Stratojets from England. / IKE AT HOSPITAL - Ike visits the First Lady at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, where Mrs. Eisenhower is recuperating from surgery. 3. FASHION INTERLUDE IN ROME - American fashions inspired by the new film "Interlude" go to Rome, where 4 models see the sights and offer some stunning views themselves, against the backdrop of Rome's ancient grandeur. 4A/B/C. WORLD OF SPORTS — SWIMMING RECORD - The highlight of Holland's two-day national swimming championships is a new world's record set in the Women's 200 Meter Breast Stroke by 15-year-old Ada den Haan. / CHALLENGER TRAINS - Olympic heavyweight champion Pete Rademacher trains in Seattle for his first pro bout, against pro champion Floyd Patterson. / BIRDS OF A FEATHER in the off-beat sports event of the year at Ionia, Michigan–the Ostrich Derby! They better the world's (horse) trotting record in a slightly incredible track outing.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library