The World Series (Universal Newsreel, Oct 1962)

Description

The original release sheet reads: THE WORLD SERIES Pictorial highlights show how the underdog Giants give the Yankees an unexpected run for their money as they battle for baseball's World Championship. The New Yorkers win the opening game, but the San Francisco lads come back in the second to tie it up. When they transfer from West to East Coast, the Yankees go ahead, two games to one, but again the Giants bounce right back. SCHIRRA HONORED: HOUSTON HAILS NEW SPACE HERO Commander Walter M. Schirra, Jr., and his family are honored by an hour-long parade before his press conference where he outlines the reasons for the unqualified success of his flight. PAPAL JOURNEY: POPE VISITS SHRINES ON EVE OF COUNCIL Pope John XXIII, who has set many precedents, makes the first train journey undertaken by a Pope in 100 years. He visits two Shrines to pray for the success of the Ecumenical Council. SPORTS FOOTBALL U.C.L.A 9 OHIO STATE 7 The Bruins of U.C.L.A. pull the upset of the week as they beat top-rated Ohio State. A field goal in the last 90 seconds gives the Californians a surprise win that has fans yelling themselves hoarse. PURDUE 24 NOTRE DAME 6 The Irish play before the largest crowd ever at South Bend [illegible] but that's the only record they roll up - as [illegible] Boilermakers, 24 to 6. Notre Dame [illegible] and the Irish are saved from a [illegible]. SAVINGS BONDS [illegible] purchases [illegible]

Collection

MCA/Universal Pictures Collection

Series

Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library