Pacific Search (Universal Newsreel, Nov 1961)

Description

The original release sheet reads: PACIFIC SEARCH - HOPE FADES FOR ROCKEFELLER Despite encouraging clues, there seems little chance that Michael Rockefeller, 23-year-old son of New York's Governor, has survived his ordeal in the jungles of New Guinea. He swam for shore when his boat capsized off the coast. His companion, who stayed with the craft, was rescued but there is no sign of Michael's fate. NUCLEAR CARRIER IS COMMISSIONED The world's largest ship - the mighty "ENTERPRISE" - joins the United States Navy in ceremonies at Newport News, Virginia. Her flight deck is four and a half acres, she can cruise 150,000 miles without refueling and will carry a complement of 220 planes. THAT MAN IS ON HIS WAY AGAIN!! New Yorkers welcome the grand entry of Kris Kringle into the city as he prepares for his yearly visit to those imps who suddenly grow wings ....... tens of thousands of his fans give Santa a rousing welcome. SPORTS OHIO STATE 50 - MICHIGAN 20 The Gophers [Buckeyes?] of Ohio State clinch the Big Ten Title as they swamp Michigan in a game that saw paths worn to the end zone. Tied once, but undefeated, Ohio State is undisputed leader of their conference. RUTGERS 32 - COLUMBIA 19 The Scarlet Knights of Rutgers played the first football game 92 years ago and since then have been aiming at an undefeated season. It took them almost a century, but they end 1961 with a clean slate as they down a roaring Columbia team.

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library