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Le Mans Auto Race.
The greatest of sports car races, This 24 hour cross-country marathon is the equivalent of 5 consecutive Indianapolis Indiana 500-mile races, sees a stunning performance as the wining car completes the course at an average 114 MPH This car race starts in a stadium with throngs of sports spectators. MS - Sports cars in the early part of the race driving down country roads. MS - Cars that were involved in a minor crack up, one car is up-side-down but no one was hurt. MS - The British racers win the race, coming in 1 - 2 -3 - 4 at LeMans. MCUS - The first place winner is out of his car and people are shaking his hand and talking to him. MS - All four men who placed in the race and of course the first place winner is holding the boque of flowers..
"Audrey" - Toll Rises In Wake Of Gulf Hurricane
On the spot films show hurricane Audrey s devastating onslaught. The combination of hurricane winds and twenty-foot tidal waves took a toll that may reach four hundred lives, with thousands homeless. The season s first hurricane lashes the coast of South-West Louisiana. Hurricane Audrey spawned in the Gulf of New Mexico sweeps in at Cambrian Parish with tremendous winds and rain. An estimated 350 people lost their life s swep by the back lash of the Gulf of Mexico by title waves. Camerian was hardest hit, wit millions of dollars of property damage. But it also cut a path of destruction also inland and on into Canada. Establishing shot - On the beach by the Gulf of Mexico the wind is blowing bending trees almost to the point of breaking. MS - Boats tied up at the pier are bouncing all over the place. CUS - The wind is blowing so hard that this one tree is pinned to the ground by its force. MS - Flooded streets a 1956 Mercury is driving through the water. MCUS - A telephone pole is blown over. MCUS - A motel completely destroyed all you see is some wood standing. MCUS - Debris is blowing down the street, a small garbage can. MS - A family of four and a dog standing on their front porch. MCUS - Man and a woman walking down the street, he s trying to get out of a parking lot by climbing over a guard rail and is holding on to her hand. MS - A window is blown out and the blinds are flapping all over, a smashed out rear window of a car and a man is checking it out. Aerial shot - Debris all over the place, destroyed houses, flooded streets and a water tower blown over landing on a car and partially damaging the other car that s parked next to it. MS - A boat that s been blown over on so property. MCUS - A destroyed bridge. CUS - A cow trapped in mud that half way up his side. MCUS - Two dead animals. MS - A man looking at his dead horse lying in a flooded pasture. CUS - More destruction, military loading supplies on a flat bed truck. Aerial shot - Flooded streets and badly damaged houses. MCUS - Lake Charles High School and people who took refuge there, volunteer handing out clothing. CUS - Children sitting on the floor playing, a little baby getting dressed, a little older baby sucking his bottle and looking at his hand.
Mayflower II Sails Proudly Into New York
Mayflower II sails proudly into New York, where the staunch replica of the pilgrim's original vessel receives the traditional harbor welcome. A beautiful tall, sail ship entering New York Harbor. You see the whole ship from Bow to Stern. MCUS - The bow of the boat, some sailors are on the deck. MCUS - The boat passes the cameraman and you see the stern of the boat and the sails are puffed out with wind. MS - Looking up there is and it might be a 1957 Goodyear Blimp. MS - The sails of the ship are set to a favoring wind as she receives New York's Harbor traditional greeting. CUS - A man whose dressed like an Indian presents a man whose dressed like a Pilgrim a turkey.
Royal Welcome: US Cheers Arrival Of Britain's Queen
Queen Elizabeth arrives by plane from Canada, to begin an historic 6-day visit in this country. With Prince Philip, a gracious and smiling monarch motors to historic Jamestown for the 350th anniversary of the first British settlement in the new world. Later, she flies to Washington for a State Visit. President Eisenhower welcomes the Queen at the airport and then drives with Queen Elizabeth through cheering throngs to Establishing shot - Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip and Virginia's Governor Stanley. MOHS - Scores of Royal watchers applaud the arrival of the Queen. MLS - Throngs of people, nearly 40,000 Queen Elizabeth's brief address: "Three hundred and fifty years ago, the great American nation was born of this historic place. I can not think of a more appropriate point for us to start our visit in the United States. (Applause)... MCUS - Modernistic - Old World Pavilion. Queen Elizabeth signs the guest register and she inspects a copy of the Magna Carta. MCUS - Prince Phillip and Queen Elizabeth visits James Fort with people reenacting the dress of the people in the settlement. MLS - The enthusiastic crowd that followed the Royal couple. MS - Queen Elizabeth and Prince Phillip riding in an open stage buggy. MCUS - Crowd. MLS - The plane arriving from Virginia. MS - New photographers and their cameras. MCUS - Queen Elizabeth disembarking from her plane. President Eisenhower welcoming Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip: "We eagerly look foreword to your visit. We hope that you find it agreeable and enjoyable just as we take great pleasure in it. But even more than the pleasure that your visit brings us, we re conscious of its importance because of its effect of strengthen the ties of friendship that bind our two countries together." MS - Queen Elizabeth and President Eisenhower get into an open convertible. MCUS - A banner welcoming Queen Elizabeth II. MLS - The motorcade with President Eisenhower, Prince Phillip and Queen Elizabeth driving down the street's of Washington DC. CUS - A little boy and a little girl holding British Flags. MS - The motorcade pulls up to the White House and the Royal couple disembark from the convertible. MCUS - The Royal couple and President Eisenhower walking up the steps to be greeted by Mamie Eisenhower (the First Lady) . MCUS - Mamie Eisenhower and Prince Philip. MS - President Eisenhower, Princess Elizebeth, Prince Philip and Mamie Eisenhower walking into the White House. MLS - Outside of the White House with crowds of people.
Russian Runner Sets New Mark.
In italy's New Olympic Stadium, site of the 1960 games, Vladimir Kuts of Russia sets a shattering pace to lap the field and and win the gruelling 5,000-meter event in world record time. Establishing shot - Runners from differant 17 parts of the world take part in 5000 meter event. MCUS - Vladimir Kuts is the front runner setting a shattering pace. MCUS - The fans in the stands are applauding, someone is waving a hanke. MCUS - Vladimir is closing up on the finish line and he crosses the line in world record time - 13 minutes / 35 seconds. CUS - Vladimir Kuts.
Detroit Lions Edge LA Rams In Football
Cashing in on six intercepted passes, the Detroit Lions win their first home game, edging the Los Angeles Rams in a thriller before 56,000 fans. Bobby Layne's 25-yard field goal breaks the deadlock and the Rams win, 10-7. Establishing shot - On the football field the Michigan marching band has spelled out "Go Lions". MOHS - The LA Rams have the football and they strike first, Wilson gains 25 yards. MSOH - A Leaping catch by Arnett and he runs the ball in for a Touchdown! MLOHS - The football fans are standing and cheering. MSOH - Rams are going strong, the football is passed and Clearly intercepts the ball and takes off. His running is text book perfect. He is finely taken down in Ram territory. MSOH - Quarter Back passes to Rickal and the game is tied up. MS - Lion fans cheering. MSOH - The Rams have the ball and it looks like they are going to score. but the football is thrown, it bobbles in the receivers hands and when he gets hit - it fly s into the waiting hands of a Detroit Lion and the game is won Lion's 10 - Rams 7.
Royal Salute: New York Millions Cheer Queens Visit
New York gives Queen Elizabeth the biggest reception of her American visit. From her ferry ride across the harbor through the tickertape parade up the 'canyon of heroes' to her appearance at the United Nations, the Royal Visitor receives the biggest celebrity reception since general Macarthur s return. Establishing shot - A Royal Flotilla sails across New York Bay. MCUS - Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip standing at the rail port-side. MS - A large banner strung across the street welcoming the Queen and Prince. MS - A Royal motorcade joined by a Royal Guard of Honor, New York's finest, NYPD. CUS - Look's like a few ladies got together to welcome Queen Elizabeth II and her Prince. Camera pointed up - The American flag blowing in the wind and ticker tape falling from the windows. MS - Military soldiers marching in the Royal Parade. Camera pointed up - American and British flags getting snowed on by ticker tape. MSLD - American Army marching with rifles on their backs. Front S/M - The Royal couple coming towards the camera in a motorcade. Both sides of the street is lined with mass amounts of people greeting the Queen. MS - The press seated on bleachers in an assigned area. Cameras are out and taking photographs of this gala event. Different angles taken of the event - Mass crowds line the streets and sidewalks. MS - The Royals pull up to City Hall and disembark from the limo. MS - Mayor and Mrs. Wagner shaking hands with the Royal couple. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip signing the guest book and then its back to the motorcade.
Illinois vs. Minnesota.
Before nearly 70,000 home fans, Illinois' Bob Mitchell, hospitalized earlier in the week, stages an amazing display of virtuoso running to spark a smashing 34-13 upset of Minnesota. Establishing shot - Illinois victory over Minnesota ranks with the biggest. MOHS - Football players are on the field playing ball. and the fighting Illini forge their way forewords. MLS - 70,000 football fans crowd themselves into the football bleachers. MSOH - Illinois topples Minnesota 34 to 13.
Maryland vs North Carolina. - Queen Elizabeth
The non-athletic highlight of the game-the presence of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip in the stands, the first football game ever seen by the British Monarch is a thriller all the way as the Trps thrash the Tarheels, 21-7. Establishing shot - Throngs of people packed into the stadium. MCUS - Queen Elizabeth II picture graces the cover of a football program. MLS - The Queen and Prince makes a triumped entry into a footbaslll stadium. MS - The press taking pictures. MS - The Queen and the Prince make their way up to a poidum and in the back round are tons of people. MCUS - Queen Elizabeth receiving gifts as she sits in the stands. CUS - Prince Philip posing for pictures with both sides of the football teams, Maryland and North Carolina. MSOH - The Tarheels punt, Maryland fumbles and North Carolina recovers. CU - Queen Elizabeth getting the game explained to her. MS - North Carolina leads after Golf scores a touchdown. MLS - The crowd jumping up and down. MSOH - Maryland has the ball, scores a touchdown and breaks the tie.
Ike Warns Of Cost Rise In Missile Race
Poor Quality footage. In a major address to the nation, president eisenhower proposes a 'very considerable' increase in defense spending to counter recent advances by russia in the missle race.
Truman Honored.
Poor Quality footage. In New York, former president Harry S. Truman receives a plaque honoring him for his efforts in the Cause of Civil Rights.
New French Submarine
Poor Quality footage. France launches a new conventional sub, and announces that her first atomic sub is now under construction.
March Of Dolls.
Poor Quality footage. In New York city, a 'treasury of hand-dressed dolls' is showcased in a March Of Dolls for the benefit of the March Of Dimes.
'Copter And Steeple.
Poor Quality footage. Skeptics scoff at a plan to remove a damaged steeple by helicopter, in Austria-and what d'ya know? they're right!
Fashion Parade.
Poor Quality footage. In Harrison, New York, the latest in coats for colder climes are presented, a timely showing of new and old favorite fabrics and colors.
11000 MILE TRIP Jet Flies 480 MPH To Argentina And Back
Poor Quality footage. The Air Force 'shows the flag' with a record shattering non-stop no-refueling flight from Massachusetts to Buenos Airs, at 480 MPH And a spectacular return hop to Washington, DC The big jet tanker plane is piloted by air force vice chief of staff gen. Curtis Lemay.
B-52's Show Power In Argentina Trip
Poor Quality footage. Six massive b-52 jet bombers fly the length of the hemisphere and back non-stop, averaging more than 500 MPH. For the 21 hour flight-an impressive demonstration by the strategic air command of its global striking capacity.
Lloyds Of London Moves To A New Home, And The...
Poor Quality footage. Lloyds of London moves to a new home, and the tradition-shattering event for the historic maritime insurers is marked by Queen Mother Elizabeth s speech of dedication.
Capitol Highlights.
Poor Quality footage. Secretary of state Dulles and Adli Stevenson, newly designated special consultant on foreign policy, confer on the upcoming natal meeting. President Eisenhower swears in MIT. Head James Killian as his new top-level Science Adviser.
Roller Skiing Invention
Poor Quality footage. Holland, the newest sports craze-skis with wheels! just the thing for those dull snow less days, as a bevy of pretty Dutch maids demonstrate.
Ike In Augusta, Georgia
Poor Quality footage. President Eisenhower arrives in Augusta, Georgia, with his First Lady - Mamie, for golfing holiday. One highlight of his visit, the presentation of the 'Eisenhower cracker barrel' to the national golf club.
Thanksgiving Message
Poor Quality footage. The 'Singing Sergeants' of the United States Air Force offer a special musical salute to Thanksgiving, with a rendition of a favorite hymn.
Missle speed-up is announced by Defense Secretary Mcelroy
Poor Quality footage. Missle speed-up is announced by Defense Secretary Mcelroy, after a 2-hour conference with President Eisenhower's golf retreat in Augusta, Georgia.
Train Wreck At Medford, Massachusetts
Poor Quality footage. Train wreck at Medford, Massachusetts, a tragedy that might have been avoided. A Boston-bound train leaves the rails, plunges 11 feet from an overpass, 2 die, 23 are seriously injured.