7th Fleet Convoys Quemoy Supplies (Universal Newsreel, Sep 1958)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. 7TH FLEET CONVOYS QUEMOY SUPPLIES - While diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Red China resume, tension continues high in the Formosa Strait. The U.S. 7th Fleet convoys supply shipments to blockaded Quemoy, sailing up to the 3-mile territorial limit despite Red threats. 2A/B/C/D. 40 DIE IN TRAIN WRECK - An estimated 40 persons die when a commuter train races through a half-open drawbridge over Newark Bay to plummet 50 feet into the inky bay, one of the worst tragedies in the New York-New Jersey area in years. / CHURCHILL GOLDEN WEDDING - Sir Winston and Lady Churchill celebrate their golden wedding anniversary on the French Riviera. The camera flashes back to their wedding picture. / R.A.F.'s NEW "V"–JET - The R.A.F.'s new Victor bomber, ultra-modernistic in appearance, goes into operational service. The huge, sleek craft can outfly any fighter in the air today. / LAKE COMO FESTIVAL - A water festival on Italy's lovely lake Como looks back to the gallant tourneys and chivalric warfare of the 12th Century, to inspire a thrilling, colorful event. 3. SPORTS — One of the most thrilling turf events of the year at the United Nations Handicap at Atlantic City. Clem defeats the bid of Round Table to become the top money-winner with a sensational race in the $100,000 event.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library