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Newsreels: 1958 Events At Home And Abroad
Newsreels 1958 stock footage documents world events, politics and war as well as sports, fashion and entertainment for the year of 1958. 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 1958 is an incredibly rich resource of visual history that tells the story of the year 1958. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58041)
VOTE OF CONFIDENCE FOR PREMIERE PFLIMLIN:
The French Assembly’s smashing 475-100 vote continuing the government’s emergency powers in revolt-torn Algeria could be taken as a rebuff to General Charles de Gaulle’s bid for power. The vote was one of the biggest majorities ever won by a postwar French Premier. Troops still maintain order in the French capitol. Despite the tremendous tension the people take the crisis calmly and with their usual nonchalance and sang-froid. Meanwhile, at his estate in Colombey-Les-Deux-Eglises, 150 miles southeast of Paris, General de Gaulle awaits… French diplomats are betting on General de Gaulle. One informed source says the situation is clear: The Asssembly has confidence in Mr. Pflimlin, who has confidence in General Salan, who has confidence in General de Gaulle, who does not have confidence in the Assembly but expects it to have confidence in him.
CITY HAILS VAN CLIBURN:
A traditional ticker tape parade up lower Broadway is New York’s way of saluting musician Van Cliburn, Texas-born American youth who topped the world’s best in Moscow-sponsored Tchaikovsky Piano Competition.
NUCLEAR SHIP:
At Camden, N.J., the main event of National Maritime Day is the laying of the keel for the first nuclear-powered ship N.S. Savannah. Mrs. Richard Nixon, wife of the Vice-President is present at the ceremonies.
BRIGANTINE:
An appropriate arrival in New York Harbor on Maritime Day is the full-masted brigantine “Albatross”, owned and skippered by best seller novelist, Ernest K. Gann, whose latest “TWILIGHT OF THE GODS” is a colorful saga of the sea – also a ‘must-see’ motion picture adapted from the book by E.K. Gann.
MID-AIR COLLISION:
A National Guard Air Jet and a transport plane collide over the State of Maryland. 12 persons perish in the third mid air crash this year between military and civilian aircraft. Only the pilot of the jet survives.
IT’S AN UP-HILL CLIMB:
In California, the Modesto Motorcycle Club tackles a 70 degree grade rising out of Ospital Canyon 200 feet high. A tough assignment that makes for zip, snap and zing.
RACE TRAGEDY:
At the Grand Prix Spa-Belgium, a 131 mile cross-country race, tragedy stalks the path of pace-setting British auto racer Archie Scott-Brown, 31. His Lister-Jaguar skidded off the road, burst into flames causing his death.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58042)
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5/26/58
HISTORY ON THE MARCH – DE GAULLE’S DATE WITH DESTINY:
The deepening political crisis of the Fourth Republic continues to be complicated by an international crisis. The Algerian revolt with its demands for the accession of General Charles De Gaulle to power, has made a meaningful move across the Mediterranean. Active revolt is within a hundred miles of Metropolitan France. Corsica (birthplace of Napoleon) is controlled by committees of public safety - Algerian style. With General Massu in command the Island is quiet under the new regime. Actual fighting has again broken out in Tunisia. Between French troops quartered there and the Tunisian forces that have been blockading them. Ground shooting and bombing from the air. Tension soars to a dangerous pitch. The grave situation is warning to all Frenchmen that their political difficulties must be resolved and speedily. The world looks to France for decisions which will restore the unity and enhance the strength of a valued partner in the Alliance of the free world.
ATOMIC ELECTRIC PLANT:
From the White House via remote control, the President ignites the flow of power from the Shippingport Atomic Power Station in Pennsylvania. Feeding atomically generated electricity into thousands of homes.
FIFTEEN MILLION DOLLAR OIL BLAZE:
In Long Beach, California, an explosion of huge storage tanks of oil sets off an inferno. Fire rages out of control. Firemen are handicapped by failing water pressure. It is a desperate battle to bring the conflagration under control.
THOSE DAZZLING DAYS – THE ROARING TWENTIES:
One of London’s top couturiers looks forward – several months, to the Fall. Then turns back the clock two decades. Back to those tantalizing twenties… he exploits chemises, bangs, bangles, baubles, sequins and well, Oh, my!!
FISHING DERBY:
In New Hampshire, over 3,000 kids jam a quarter-mile of river, well-stocked with trout. It’s a whopper of a contest. There is not enough room to swim between the hooks so not many of the poor fish get away.
HOLLYWOOD PARK:
Irish-bred Seaneen scores one of the major upsets of the season with Johnny Longden jockeying… Defeating heavily favored Round Table by more than four lengths in the $108.300 Californian.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58043)
PRESIDENT COTY ASKS GENERAL DE GAULLE TO LEAD FRANCE BUT KNEES IN THE ASSEMBLY ARE SLOW TO BEND:
President Coty, the man in the middle of so many French crises in the last five years, has asked General Charles De Gaulle to take over power. Re-emergence of General De Gaulle, who considers himself the saviour of France – might bring many changes and dangers. The impasse causes a halt to business on Capitol Hill. Only thing certain in Paris right now is that things are going to be mighty uncertain for quite some time. The only blithe note in the French metropolis at the moment is that a wine price hike has been called off - - -
ITALY ELECTIONS:
Christian Democrats gain 11 seats. Sufficient with the aid of other pro-Western parties to assure a majority in the Chamber of Deputies and for a continuance of the regime.
UNKNOWN SOLDIERS:
Washington, D.C., the Unknown Soldiers of World War Two and of the Korean conflict lie in State in the Capitol Rotunda – prior to solemn and reverent interment at Arlington National Cemetery.
SAMUEL CARDINAL STRITCH:
Dies in Rome. After a month of suffering. And at the time of his greatest honor in the Roman Catholic Church. The beloved prelate, was the first American-born priest ever summoned to Rome to become a member of the Church’s governing curia. Apparently he knew when the final moment had come. He raised the crucifix in his left hand, blessed those at his bedside – and then died. His right arm was amputated a month ago. World leaders, President Eisenhower, a personal friend of Cardinal Stritch, express deep regret at his death. The Cardinal’s life was dedicated to helping the poor and unfortunate and to strengthening causes for freedom and liberty.
HELICOPTERS LINE:
The largest commercially chartered helicopters, with capacity for 15 passengers, initiates a new air service in New York City. Shuttling between city airports and the heart of metropolitan New York.
CLASSIC ART:
Is unearthed by new excavations in Italy and Syria. The Italian Grotto of Tiberius is discovered to be a treasure trove of sculpture. In Basra, Syria, a 20,000 seat Stadium dating back to 200 A.D. is brought to recognition.
AMPHIBIOUS MONSTER:
Near Seattle, Washington, the Navy presents its newest amphibious behemoth – a 20,000 pound monster. Resourceful enough to carry the heaviest field equipment ashore.
MERMAID MILLINERY:
Even the most nautical nymphs hate to get their hair wet. But like to have a glamour look at all times. So – from Florida comes a fashion flash about some chic, bathing caps. Featuring bandanas and beau-catching bows.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58044)
ENTER de GAULLE WITH FULL AUTHORITY:
France in the 169 years since the storming of the Bastille, has been twice an empire. Thrice under Kingdom rule. Once a Nazi-supported dictatorship. Four times a Republic. A new and fateful turning has finally come to France. Her Fourth Republic, a sorry chronicle of confusion and dissension is stating on a new course under the leadership of aloof, inscrutable, mystical General Charles de Gaulle. The General confronts an awesome array of problems that beset the French nation. The world looks hopefully to the war-time hero to open the door to a new France.
UNKNOWN SOLDIERS ENSHRINED:
Solemn ceremonies in the nation’s Capitol mark the entombment of the Unknown Soldiers of World War II and of the Korean heartbreak – in Arlington National Cemetery. President Eisenhower confers the Medal of Honor, America’s highest award for valor, on each of the soldiers, highlighting the Memorial Day observance.
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA:
The 42d 500-mile Classic is marred by tragedy. Pat O’Connor, 29, native of North Vernon, Indiana loses his life in the crash at the northeast corner of the speedway track in a 15-car collision. Ed Elisian, 31, whose faulty judgment caused the collision has been barred from further auto racing in the United States. Arizona cowboy, Jimmy Bryan, 29, driving the only car of the first seven that missed the collision won the race with the average speed of 133.791 miles an hour.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58045)
MILITARY ACADEMIES COMMUNCEMENT DAY EXERCISES:
Colorful graduation ceremonies at Annapolis and West Point. The most memorable day in the lives of the future Admirals and Generals. At the Naval Academy President Eisenhower presents the diplomas… and catches one of the midshipmen’s caps! At West Point, Defense Secretary Neil McElroy addresses the graduating class.
WEEPING PETRILLO:
PHILADELPHIA, PA. – James C. Petrillo, who says it is doctors orders – steps down from his effective and sometimes vociferous 18-year reign over the powerful American Federation of Musicians. A wave of protests is sent up against his leaving the post and the farewell is turned into a mournful moment. With a lump size of a grapefruit lodged in his larynx, and clutching a tear-drenched handkerchief, Jimmy finds himself in an awful fix saying good-bye.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS:
Samuel Cardinal Stritch buried with a final and formal sacred ceremony and informal human affection. Members of the hierarchy, government and civic leaders and prominent persons from all walks of life are present in capacity-filled Holy Name Cathedral. The Mayor of Chicago, Richard J. Daley, Secretary of Labor James P. Mitchell representing President Eisenhower, Senator Arthur Bidwell, former governor Adlai E. Stevenson and Senator Everett Dirksen were some of those in attendance at the funeral Mass. Eulogized as “Priest of the People” Cardinal Stritch led an exemplary life of Charity and Holiness. An extraordinary Priest of God has gone to his reward.
PRESIDENT GREETS THEODOR HEUSS:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chief Executive greets the head of the Federal Republic of Germany upon arrival at National Airport. He made the trip in Eisenhower’s personal plane. For a 19-day visit. The first German head of State ever to visit the United States.
EPSOM DOWNS, ENGLAND:
In perfect Derby weather, fifty-year old jockey Charlie Smirke piloted an 18-1 Irish colt named HARD RIDDEN through a field of favorites to win his fourth Derby at Epsom Downs in the running of the 179th mile-and-a-half classic for three-year olds. It was the second straight Derby victory for HARD RIDDEN’S owner Sir Victor Sassoon. And the very first for an Irish bred trained horse since 1997. American bred second favorite BALD EAGLE ran well up among the leaders until the stretch then fell back to finish tenth. Queen Elizabeth II, members of the Royal Family as well as half million loyal subjects and visitors were in the stands.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58047)
TWISTER WHIPS THRU KANSAS TOWN:
At least 15 are known to be dead and 60 injured in the wake of an El Dorado, Kansas tornado. Havoc is wrought to a 3-block wide, mile long area. Striking so swiftly and with such ferocity that some 250 houses were practically leveled.
MACMILLIAN AND PRESIDENT EISENHOWER fly via helicopter from the White House to John Hopkins University in Baltimore. For commencement exercises at which the leaders of the Free World receive honorary degrees.
NEW WEAPONS for the infantry are tested at Aberdeen, Maryland. At the Army’s Proving Ground, the multi-purpose standard rifle and machine gun combine to replace 7 earlier weapons as demonstrated by their power.
TUGBIRD is the word for the newest and adjunct of the versatile whirlybird. Outside Boston Harbor the Coast Guard shows how small craft can be towed to port at 18 m.p.h. by chopper-tug.
RICKETY RAILROAD a blotch on the 12-year rule by the Reds in East Germany. The “S-Bahn” network – serving all Berliners – is in sorry shape. Commuters must risk their lives on rides over unsafe tracks and dilapidated rolling stock.
SPORTS SACKS bring the chemise look to the softball diamond. As the “Sad Sacks” Atlanta’s Lipstick League take the field in their new uniforms. Softball is getting softer ‘n softer. Wow-eeee…
CLIFF-HANGER excitement marks proficiency tests at Spain’s cavalry schools. Here the riders take their mounts down a 100-foot embankment. A grueling grind in the test for horse and horseman.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58048)
FIGHTING IN LEBANON:
Rebel forces carry Lebanon’s savage civil conflict into the streets of the capitol city of Beirut. 100 die during the weekend’s fighting. Rebel groups are seen interrogating prisoners while government forces regain control of the barricaded streets.
LONDON STRIKE OF 1700 truckers cuts off the city’s big wholesale food market. Cargoes accumulate on the docks turning into wasteful spoilage. Meat is airlifted in from Holland.
TROOPING THE COLORS:
Traditional martial pageantry in observance of the Queen’s official birthday (she is 32) draws thousands of loyal Britishers despite the wet weather.
PLATYPUSSES WELCOME:
Three platypuses arrive at the Bronx Zoo. They are the only specimens of the rare and implausible breed outside their native Australia.
ROSE PARADE:
Portland, Oregon’s Rose Festival marks its 50th year with a spectacular golden anniversary parade that is hailed by nearly one million onlookers.
FASHION REVUE:
In Italy, an exhibit of new Parisian modes and models in which the big and gladdening news is the absence of the chemise! Italian beauty queens are among the interested spectators.
N.C.A.A. TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS:
At Berkeley, Calif., thrills galore and upsets in the NCAA Track Championships. Glenn Davis darts to the outside in the 440 to set a new world’s record. Ron Delaney takes double honors and turns out to be the whole show with his inimitable finishing sprint.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1958 (UE58050)
FREE WORLD OUTRAGED BY MURDER OF NAGY:
In West Germany and in New York City, scenes of angry clashes between police and demonstrators protesting the executions of Imre Nagy and other leaders of Hungary’s Freedom Fighters. The blanket denunciation of the Red executions by the non-Communist world are summed up by the U.N.’s Special Committee on the Problem of Hungary.
WEST GERMAN AIR FORCE:
West Germany activates its first wing of jet fighter-bombers, 50 U.S. donated jets make up the group.
GLIDER CHAMPIONSHIPS:
In Poland, 22 nations take part in the World Gliding Championships. Pictures of airborne grace are the free-flying sailplanes.
FLYING TEST BED:
In California, first tests of an Army-sponsored craft that can rotate its propellers to vertical position for an upright takeoff.
HUSKIES’ CREW:
The U of Washington crew, undefeated this season, is chosen as America’s standard bearer abroad. After competing in Britain’s Henley Regatta, they’ll go on to face Russia’s top crew.
ELLIOTT SETS MILE MARK:
At the National A.A.U. Championships in Bakersfield, Cal., Aussie Herb Elliott runs the mile in 3:57:9 to top Landy’s mark by a tenth of a second, and pose a problem to record keepers who officially count in 5ths.
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