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Newsreels: 1953 Events At Home And Abroad
Newsreels 1953 stock footage documents world events, politics and war as well as sports, fashion and entertainment for the year of 1953. Our Public Domain Stock Footage newsreels cover every major world event, the not so major events, strides in technology, the lives of public figures, fads and trends. Newsreels 1953 is an incredibly rich resource of visual history that tells the story of the year 1953. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53031)
PRESIDENT DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER LAYS DOWN A 'PEACE CHALLENGE' TO USSR
President Dwight D. Eisenhower addresses the American Society of Newspaper Editors, and lays down a major outline of America’s aims for world peace.
NORTH SEA ONCE AGAIN THREATENING HOLLAND WITH FLOODS
Once again the North Sea batters already weakened dikes of Holland’s coastal islands; a new threat to farmlands ravaged by the catastrophic winter floods.
MONKEY PARK IN FLORIDA
Monkey Park of Florida turns over all gate receipts to national charities, and the sportive simians put on a gay whirl for the visiting small fry.
AIRLINER CRASHES IN CASCADE MOUNTAINS 6 PERISH, 19 SURVIVE
Masterful piloting cushions the impact of an airliner’s crash in the Cascade Mountains. The pilot and co-pilot perish, but 19 of the 25 aboard survive the crash.
RACEHORSE SEASON OPENER AT YONKERS RACEWAY, NEW YORK
30,000 fans crowd the stands at Yonkers Raceway as the season opens. In the feature event, the Inaugural Pace, favored 'Wilmington Star' paces to a photo-finish triumph.
FIRST U.N. SECRETARY GENERAL, TRYGVE LIE, RECEIVES PEACE AWARD
The World Veterans Association presents Trygve Lie, first U.N. Secretary-General, with its first annual peace award, for his contributions to world peace during the 1952 year.
ANNUAL EUROPEAN MOTORBIKE CUP RACE
One of the world’s most grueling motorcycle events, the European Cup race, draws an international field to a course designed for mountain goats or mechanized kangaroos.
STUDENTS AT STANFORD UNIVERSITY LINE UP TO DONATE BLOOD
Stanford University students get behind the Blood Drive with a mass donation campaign, shooting for the highest goal ever; 5,000 pints.
WHITE WATER BOATING AND RAFTING IN OREGON
Spring comes with a whirl of white water, and riding the crest are boating enthusiasts, shooting the McKenzie River rapids in everything from canoes and kayaks to life-rafts.
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| keywords: president dwight d. eisenhower, north sea flooding, monkey park, yonkers raceway, blood donation, blood drive |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53032)
POW's EXCHANGED IN KOREA
A wave of rejoicing sweeps over families of servicemen as the first batch of sick and wounded prisoners are exchanged at Panmunjom, Korea. Thirty Americans and seventy of other nationalities are among them. Red prisoners from surrounding islands are brought to Pusan to be taken to the transfer point.
TORNADOES RAMPAGE THROUGH THREE SOUTHERN STATES
Tornados rip through three southern states, killing at least 11, injuring hundreds, leaving thousands homeless. A grim, arduous task of reconstruction awaits citizens of hard-hit Columbus, and others living in infamous 'Tornado Alley'.
RECYCLING OLD SHELL CASINGS TO MAKE NEW AMMUNITION
A new version of the old shell game, as the Armed Forces reclaim used shell casings from the battlefield, and recast them into new ammo- saving scarce brass, and thus saving the taxpayers’ money.
ISRAEL MARKS IT 5TH ANNIVERSARY AS A NATION
Lester Pearson, President of the U.N. General Assembly, extends congratulations to Israel as the young Nation celebrates its 5th birthday.
YOUNG ROYALS DEMONSTRATE EQUESTRIAN PROWESS IN HOLLAND
Princess Irene and Princess Beatrix demonstrate their prowess as equestriennes, competing for the Silver Horseshoe, the country’s outstanding event for young contestants.
BRITAIN AWARDS U.S. AIRMAN FOR HEROISM DURING NORTH SEA FLOODS
Britain’s Home Secretary Sir Donald Fyfe awards the George Cross to 22-year old U.S. Airman Reis Leming, for his heroic rescue work in last winter’s North Sea floods.
MIDGET RACER IN ITALY SETS NEW RECORD FOR ITS CLASS
A unique twin-bodied midget racing car zooms down the ancient Appian Way for a new record in its class, a sizzling 102 mph. |
| keywords: korean war, panmunjom, pows, p.o.w., tornadoes, twisters, israel, airman reis leming, midget racer |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53033)
POW's SHOW EFFECTS OF HARSH CAPTIVITY BY COMMUNISTS
First films from Panmunjom, Korea show U.N. POW's released by the Communists. Showing the effects of their harsh captivity, they are sped by truck and helicopter to 'Freedom Village' for the best care the U.N. Command can provide. Interviewed by newsmen, they tell of Red prison camp atrocities.
NEWS SHOW A MODEL OF THE SUBWAY OF TOMORROW
A subway rider’s dream is prevued in scale model form. It’s the world’s first underground conveyor-belt subway, proposed to replace Manhattan’s outmoded cross town shuttle system.
KOREAN VETERANS GET USE OF PRESIDENTIAL YACHT 'WILLIAMSBURG'
The Presidential Yacht 'Williamsburg' begins a series of twice weekly cruises for wounded U.S. soldiers. The Presidential Yacht set to be moth-balled, still has luxurious appointments that regale its new visitors.
MOTORCYCLE HILL CLIMBING, ONLY ONE WILL STAND
Handlebar jockeys tackle a rugged upgrade at the 'Jolly Rogers' annual spring outing and get their comeuppance on the dirt track. Only one can make the grade in this spill-filled motorcycle tournament. |
| keywords: korean war, panmunjom, pows, p.o.w., new york subway of tomorrow, korean war vets, motorcycle hill climbing |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53034)
LAST GROUP OF POW's EXCHANGED UNDER CURRENT AGREEMENT
The paths of U.N. and Communist POW convoys cross peacefully at Panmunjom, as the last group of U.N. prisoners of war are exchanged under the current agreement. At 'Freedom Village', tales of malnutrition, disease, and brutality shock U.N. medics.
U.S. FIGHTER BOMBERS RIP UP COMMIE SUPPLY LINES
As truce talks proceed, U.S. F-84 Thunderjets take to the air in a withering assault to stymie any Red plans for a build-up. Bombs, bullets, and rockets rake Commie supply lines in spectacular action sequences.
FRENCH SCIENTIST TEST A 'SOLAR FURNACE'
Scientists reveal the cosmic power of a giant solar furnace designed to harness the power of the sun. Light rays captured by giant mirrors concentrate enough energy to melt girders in seconds.
NEW YORK PIPE SMOKERS COMPETE
Pipe smokers congregate for an endurance meet; the prize to who ever can eke out one pipe-load the longest. They sport dudeens, hookahs, and boilers of every description, including homemade gadgets.
U.S. AMBASSADOR CLARE LUCE ARRIVES TO TAKE UP DUTIES IN ITALY
Arriving in Naples, Ambassador Clare Boothe Luce gets a wildly enthusiastic reception from the people of Naples, a good omen as the attractive lady diplomat takes up her new post.
NOTABLES OF BRAZIL AND U.S. MEET OVER DINNER
Good neighbors meet as the Governor of Rio de Janeiro and his wife, daughter of Brazil’s President, are feted on a U.S. visit by notables including U.S. Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas and Eric Johnston.
RACEHORSE 'NATIVE DANCER' WINS FAMAICA TURF CLASSIC
'Native Dancer' continues his spectacular career as a three-year old with an easy victory in the Wood Memorial. The big grey’s win makes it odds on favorite for the Kentucky Derby.
THE SPECTACULAR FIESTA OF SAN JACINTO
400,000 turn out for the Battle of Flower’s Parade, and the evening’s Fiesta Flambeau; colorful and colossal. Spectacular floats and Texas beauties make it a happy memorable day for all.
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| keywords: korean war, pows, p.o.w., f-84 thunderjet, solar furnace, pipe smoking, ambassador clare luce, fiesta san jacinto |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53035)
AIR OF OPTIMISM SURROUNDS TRUCE TALKS AT PANMUMJOM, KOREA
An air of renewed optimism surrounds truce talks at Panmunjom, Korea. General William Kelly Harrison tells newsmen an agreement may be in sight on a neutral Nation for custodian of POW's. But in Seoul, crowds parade in streets demanding unification of all Korea.
TURKISH SUBMARINE TRAGEDY, 81 SAILORS PERISH
Maritime tragedy in the Dardanelies. Solemn scenes of burial at sea for the 81 Turkish sailors who perished in the sinking of a former U.S. submarine, after all rescue attempts fail.
BLIND CHILDREN VISIT NEW YORK ZOO FOR TOUCHING COMMUNICATION
Sixty sightless youngsters find a real wonderland at the zoo. Though they cannot see the animals, through their sensitive hands they meet inhabitants of world they had heard of but never glimpsed.
GHOST TOWNS GIVEN NEW LIFE AFTER URANIUM IS DISCOVERED
New life is brought to ghost towns that roared during gold rush days by the discovery of rich uranium lodes at Central City, once called the richest square mile on earth.
SPAGHETTI EATING CONTEST IN NEW YORK CITY
The season’s first and only 'Spaghetti Derby', a bevy of belles chomping away with no silverware, no hands. First to polish off the pasta wins the crown; and how!
BAHA'I TEMPLE IS FINALLY REALIZED
A hundred-year dream of the followers of the Bahai’i faith is realized with the dedication of the young religion’s first House of Worship. Here all religions will be honored, in accordance with Bah’i’s creed.
JOYFUL FAMILIES GREET RETURNING POW's FROM KOREA
Dramatic scenes of homecoming and reunion as first plane load of returning U.S. prisoners of war reaches lands on U.S. soil. Some of the men arrive on stretchers. In New York and in Philadelphia, the joyful scenes are repeated as the young Americans come home at last. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53036)
U.S. POW's IN KOREAN WAR REVIEW NEW YORK PARADE
The first exchanged U.S. POW's to reach New York review the annual Loyalty Day Parade, of which Mrs. Robert Vogeler is Queen. The two soldiers and Captain Eddie Rickenbacker are honored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
HOMES COLLAPSE IN ENGLAND, 5 PERISH
Three houses build over a railway tunnel are swallowed up in the night, when the earth gives way. Five are entombed, as a long standing neighborhood joke becomes grim reality.
JUNIOR FASHION SHOW IS CUTE AS A BUTTON
Like little dolls all dressed up for a party, junior misses and junior masters model spring fashions in Austria for an audience equally young. Everything is junior-sized and cute as a button.
PRESIDENT DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER GREETS MILDRED RUSH, NAMED 'WOMAN OF THE YEAR'
President Dwight D. Eisenhower greets Mildred Rush, named Woman of the Year by the Washington Press Club for outstanding service as a nurse in Korea. Later, 23 women, representing 14 Latin American Nations, are greeted by the Chief Executive.
RACEHORSE 'DARK STAR' NOSES OUT FAVORED 'NATIVE DANCER' IN KENTUCKY DERBY
Overwhelmingly favored 'Native Dancer' misses his 12th straight win in the Kentucky Derby. A heartbreaker finish as the big gray comes from behind under solid whipping but can’t quite overtake 'Dark Star', out in front from the start.
QUEEN JULIANA OF THE NETHERLANDS CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY
Loyal Netherlanders flock from all parts of the country to pay homage to beloved Queen Juliana on her 44th birthday.
EMPEROR HIROHITO OF JAPAN CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY
Thousands swarm into the Imperial Palace grounds to cheer Emperor Hirohito on his 52nd birthday, a day of national rejoicing.
'MISS PRESS PHOTOGRAPHER' IS SELECTED
The National Press Photographers select 'Miss Press Photographer', as 'Splash Day' opens the beach season and the 13 competing lovelies certainly make quite a splash.
NANCY EISENHOWER, NIECE OF PRESIDENT, CROWNED QUEEN OF APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
The Shenandoah Valley’s annual Apple Blossom Festival sees Nancy Eisenhower, niece of the President, crowned Queen. Celebrities on hand include General Van Fleet, Arthur Godfrey, and Hopalong Cassidy. |
| keywords: pows, p.o.w., mildred rush, kentucky derby, queen juliana, emperor hirohito, nancy eisenhower |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53037)
PRIME MINISTER OF CANADA LOUIS ST. LAURENT VISITS U.S.
Canada’s Prime Minister Louis St. Laurent arrives in the Nation’s Capital on a state visit. At the White House, he confers with President Dwight D. Eisenhower on problems of freer trade between the two neighbor nations.
AIR COMBAT IN KOREA PRODUCES 6TH JET ACE
Air Force Captain Joseph McConnell becomes our sixth jet ace, racking up his tenth MIG kill, in sensational air combat scenes.
DARING RESCUE OF CRIPPLED TANK UNDER FIRE IN KOREA
On the ground in Korea, a crippled tank is hauled from under the enemy’s guns in a daring action by a tank recovery team.
KING FEISAL II ASCENDS THE THRONE IN IRAQ
King Feisal II ascends the throne. As crowds cheer the 18-year old monarch, he faces grave problems, for his oil-rich land plagued by nationalist fanatics, and Communist agitators.
KING HUSSEIN ASCENDS THE THRONE IN JORDAN
King Feisal’s cousin, King Hussein is crowned the same day. These young new faces bring hope to the turbulent Middle East. In the future, the two Kings’ fates may continue to be linked as in the past.
SPECATACULAR TIRE BLAZE IN FRANCE
20,000 tons of old tires go up in flames; mysteriously ignited. The spectacular blaze sends dense clouds of smoke billowing high into the air, spreads into two local communities.
RETRACING THE ROUTE OF THE MAGNOLIA PIONEERS
By mule train to Magnolia for hardy descendants of the pioneers, turning back the clock as the town celebrates its centennial.
U.S. ARMY TESTS A VERSATILE NEW PLASTIC
The Army tests a versatile new plastic. A heavy truck rolls over acid carboys, but fails to crack them. The same plastic is fashioned into weather balloons, and shell case liners.
RECREATION BUILDING FOR HANDICAPPED CHILDREN STARTED
At the Variety Club camp for handicapped children, ground is broken for a new, $50,000 recreation building.
FASHIONS GET FORMAL IN NEW YORK FASHION SHOW
Fashion news is the trend towards more formal wear. As the champagne flows, he appears in full dress, the better to accent milady’s sleek, chic, attire. |
| keywords: prime minister of canada louis st. laurent, king feisal ii of iraq, king hussein of jordan, new york fashion show |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53038)
TRAGEDY AVERTED IN NORTH SEA FERRY RESCUE
500 are saved from the fog-shrouded waters of the North Sea, after a ferry is struck by a U.S. tanker, and split in two. 5 perish in the collision, but mass tragedy is averted.
SPECTACULAR FOOTAGE OF PLANE CRASH TESTS
Spectacular films of NACA tests on the causes of crash fires. Obsolete planes are crashed under controlled conditions, as engineers study 'inerters' to prevent deadly blazes.
72 YEAR OLD WOMAN BEGINS MECHANIC CLASSES
600 male students at a technical school tip their hats respectfully to Mary Brown, who began classes at the age of 72. She wants to learn machinery to help out back on the farm.
DOUKHOBOR SECT IN CANADA RIOTS AND BURN DOWN HOUSES
Fanatical members of the Doukhobor sect go amok once more in spring rites, burning neighbors homes before Mounties intervene.
FRENCH BATHING SUIT FASHIONS
A Paris showing of latest bathing suit fashions, one and two pieces, with that Gallic flair for concealing – but revealing.
STOCK CAR RACING HAS A TOUCH OF THE FEMININE
WOMAN STOCK RACER:
NEW YORK – Pretty Mrs. Barbara Gamache parks her two young children with a sitter, while she whirls around the dirt track in stock car competition, with the kids cheering her on.
SEE DOUBLE PLUS ONE IN NEW JERSEY
Triple trouble for tipsy topers, as thirty sets of triplets gather for their Eighth Annual Convention. It’s great show of look-alikes, something new in '3-D'. |
| keywords: north sea ferry disaster, plane crash tests, doukhobor sect, french bating suit fashions, stock car racing, triplets |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53039)
TORNADOES LEVEL TEXAS CITIES, 118 PERISH
Twister rampage through Texas bringing death and destruction.
MSSIONARIES HOME FROM NORTH KOREAN PRISON CAMP
Six missionaries are repatriated from North Korean prison camps arrived safely onto U.S. soil.
BEETLES ONSLAUGHT PLAGUES FRANCE
An onslaught of beetles overwhelms thousands of acres of farmland. The insect plague is fought by farmers in traditional, and modern ways, as helicopters join the battle.
NEW TWIN ROTOR HELICOPTER FOR U.S. NAVY IS DEMONSTRATED
The first public demonstration of a new type helicopter, with twin, intermeshing rotors, designed to give greater stability.
FRENCH MINE EXPERTS TEST THE EXPLOSIVE EFFECTS OF COAL DUST
Studies of mine safety methods test the explosive properties of coal dust, and as these spectacular films show, potent blasts ensue.
SNOWPLOWS ON THE MOVE
Unseasonable weather snow blocks mountain passes in Washington
NEW YORK SHOE FASHIONS ON DISPLAY
SHOE FASHIONS:
Fashion leaders unveil the chic new shoe style for milady's dainty soles
CELEBRITIES AND OTHER NOTABLES GATHER TO AID CEREBRAL PALSY FOUNDATION
Notables, like Bob Hope and the Duke of Windsor, take part in celebrity golf tourney to aid Cerebral Palsy.
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| keywords: tornado, twister, beetle, infestation, twin rotor helicoptor, coal dust explosion, snow plow, snowplow, shoe fashions |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53040)
NEWS CORRESPONDENT WILLIAM OATIS FREE AT TWO YEARS IN CZECH PRISON
William Oatis, newspaper correspondent returns to free soil after two years imprisonment and a trial by Czechoslovakian Communists for espionage. He is reunited with his wife after a three years absence.
PRESIDENT DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER RECEIVES AN HONORARY DEGREE
President Dwight D. Eisenhower has an honorary degree of doctor of laws bestowed upon him by the College of William and Mary, the second oldest university in the country.
IMPRESSIVE PARADES AND MILITARY DISPLAYS MARK ARMED FORCES DAY
The Nation pauses to pay tribute to the brave men and women in the Armed Forces. Both in New York and Washington, impressive parades of the services mark the day.
BEAUTIES VIE FOR TITLE OF OF 'MISS MIKE AND SCREEN'
Hardboiled newsreel cameramen are among the judges as beauties vie for the title of 'Miss Mike and Screen'. Seventeen-year-old Lynn Connor walks away with the honors and a Hollywood screen test.
SCHOOL FOR GUIDE DOGS AND BLIND OWNERS
Guide dogs and their blind masters complete their month’s training together and receive their diplomas, ready to start a new life together.
TRACK AND FIELD MEET IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Some of the nation’s best talent in field events competes at the Thirteenth Coliseum Relays. Feature of the events is the new mark for the 'Miracle Mile' by Dennis Johannson of Finland.
WORLD'S BEST CROAKERS GATHER TO COMPETE IN FROG JUMPING CONTEST
'Can’t Take It' takes the honors as the world’s best frogs get together for the great jumping classic immortalized by Mark Twain. |
| keywords: news correspondent william oatis, president dwight d. eisenhower, armed forces day, guide dogs, frog jumping |
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