Castro's Triumphant March in Cuba (Universal Newsreel, Jan 1959)

Description

The original release sheet reads: 1. CASTRO'S TRIUMPHANT MARCH IN CUBA - Havana cheers Provisional President Urrutia, while rebel leader Fidel Castro completed his triumphant march across the Island–jubilantly hailed in every town and hamlet. The bearded, cigar-smoking Castro has become a living legend in the role of hero. Enthusiastic throngs rush to see and viva the man who overthrew the Batista dictatorship. 2A/B/C. CONGRESS CONVENES - The 86th Congress opens in Washington–in an atmosphere of solemnity and good-will that prevails during opening prayers and swearing-in. The ouster by G.O.P. congressmen of Rep. Joseph Martin as minority leader, in favor of Rep. Charles Halleck of Indiana, is one of the session's highlights. / NIAGARA FREEZES - The freak, cold wave covering the entire nation, turns Niagara Falls into an etching in ice. The lower gorge is bridged by ice up to 30 feet thick! / NEW EMBASSY IN INDIA - A cultural triumph for America is the opening of the new U.S. Embassy in New Delhi. An ultra-modern structure embodying traditional elements of Hindu architecture. It is regarded as a modern masterpiece. One of the most beautiful as well as one of the most functional new structures yet to be developed. 3. SKI BIRDS SHOW FINE FEATHERS - Weather-bound ski-birds in Switzerland stage a fashion show of all-Swiss styles. The scenery indoors is as eye-appealing as the picture outdoors. Fashions range from frost-resisting "anoraks" to chic fur and knitwear ensembles for evening. 4.INTERNATIONAL SKIING - Top-flight international skiers jumping at Garmisch. Two Russian contenders take second and third place to keep the U.S.S.R. in the fore as competitors. Germany takes top honors.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library