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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 (UE53011)
NORTH SEA INUNDATES LOWLANDS OF EUROPE, 2,000 PERISH
Hurricane winds lash the North Sea into a destroying terror for Holland, England, and Belgium. The worst storm in centuries smashes dikes and floods one-sixth of the Netherlands.
Thousands of acres of rich farmland are ruined. Cities are devastated. More than a million are estimated homeless, as six nations rush emergency teams and supplies to disaster points.
BOBSLEDDER DIES IN WORLD TITLE MEET
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, famed winter sports center is a setting for tragedy. In a practice run for the world’s Bobsled Championship, Switzerland’s four man team meets disaster at Dead Man’s Curve.
EX-MARINE SPEAKS ON BROTHERHOOD WEEK
Ex-Marine Sergeant Jay Hall, wounded in Korea, tells how he learned about Brotherhood in combat, the hard way. He urges support for President Dwight D. Eisenhower, honorary chairman of the educational Brotherhood Week campaign in this program to make America a better place to live. |
| keywords: north sea, flooding, garmisch germany, bobsledding, dead man's curve, brotherhood week |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53012)
HORRIFIC NORTH SEA FLOOD WATERS RECEDES IN HOLLAND
As flood waters grudgingly return to the North Sea, the courageous Dutch count their nearly 1,400 dead, as helicopters of the U.S. Army spearhead rescue operations in isolated areas. Medical supplies are rushed to ward off the grim spectre of epidemics. Refugee centers are organized for the thousands left homeless.
MADAGASCAR HIT BY CYCLONE
Cyclone winds and torrential rains devastate two of the island’s most prosperous provinces. Two-thirds of the area’s homes are leveled, communications disrupted, commerce crippled, by the gale’s furious wrath.
HOMETOWN HOSTS WELCOME HOME TO FORMER PRESIDENT HARRY S. TRUMAN
The home folks in Independence, Missouri do themselves proud in hosting a welcome-home dinner for their most famous of citizens, the man who is now just plain Mr. Harry S. Truman.
SECRETARY OF STATE JOHN FOSTER DULLES RETURNS FOR EUROPEAN VISIT
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles and MSA Chief Harold Stassen return from a flying visit to Europe to report cautious optimism on the European Defense Community to President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
MARDI GRAS ITALIAN STYLE
It’s Mardi Gras in Viareggio, time for one of the continent’s most elaborate pre-Lenten festivals. A hilarious parade of gargantuan effigies and grotesque walking statues. There’s mirth and merry-making for all.
JUNIOR HOCKEY PLAYED LIKE THE PROFESSIONALS
America’s newest little league sport. Regularly scheduled games at Tacoma’s Ice Palace see hard fought battles on skates by dead serious youngsters who play this fast paced game like veterans.
PALM SPRING, CALIFORNIA HOSTS ANNUAL RODEO
The 13th edition of Palm Springs’ rodeo. A clown MC’s proceedings, helps get one cowpoke off a hot seat astride a beefy Brahmin. Another gets a bum steer; Laugh, Clown, laugh! |
| keywords: north sea flooding, madagascar, cyclone, former president harry s. truman, secretary of state john foster dulles |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53013)
SECRETARY OF STATE JOHN FOSTER DULLES REPORTS TO CONGRESS
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles reports to the foreign relations committee and expresses cautious optimism concerning the NATO Nations, following his eleven day tour. Committee Chairman Wiley says that future military decisions must rest with the President.
GENERAL MAXWELL TAYLOR TOURS NEW COMMAND IN KOREA
General Maxwell Taylor tours the front as he prepares to take over the field from General Jame A. Van Fleet, who is retiring. He displays particular interest in the ROK units now in training.
LONDON SOCIALITES FLOCK TO A GOOD CAUSE
London socialites show off their feathered bonnets in a good cause; the proceeds going to the girl’s clubs of the city and besides a good time was had by all.
HOLLYWOOD ACTOR JIMMIE STEWART HONORED AT PHOTOPLAY AWARDS
Actor Jimmie Stewart is honored for his performance in the Hollywood Film 'Bend of the River'. Also cited for his work in discovering new talent is William Goetz, Universal-International production chief.
U.S. BOXER TAKES OUT EUROPEAN FEATHERWEIGHT CHAMPION
Europe’s featherweight champion, goes down under the crushing barrage of lefts and rights administered by America’s Percey Bassett. Sandy Saddler holder of the world title and now in the German occupation army is a spectator.
BOY SCOUTS VISIT THE WHITE HOUSE
Thirteen Boy Scouts, representing the national organization, pay their respects to President Dwight D. Eisenhower and report a bright future for scouting in America.
WESTMINISTER KENNEL CLUB CLASSIC
In the Westminister Kennel Club 77th showing, the defending champion, a Doberman Pinscher, 'Rancho Dobe Storm', repeats as best in show, after being crowded in the finals by a brilliant Irish Setter. |
| keywords: secretary of state john foster dulles, general maxwell taylor, actor jimmie stewart, boy scouts of america |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53014)
ADLAI STEVENSON BIDS DEMOCRATS TO GIVE ADMINISTRATION A CHANCE TO PROVE ITSELF
Adlai Stevenson, Democratic Presidential Candidate, addresses the party’s Jefferson-Jackson Day dinner. In his first major speech since the campaign’s close, he counsels the party to be an enlightened opposition, and to give President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Administration a chance to prove itself.
CHRISTINE JORGENSON RETURNS HOME AFTER UNDERGOING SEX CHANGE
Christine Jorgenson, the ex-GI who went to Denmark and changed his/her sex, returns home to a clamorous reception by eager newsmen.
SAN FRANCISCO CHINATOWN CELEBRATES NEW YEAR
The world’s largest Chinatown celebrates New Year, with the traditional Lion Dance, and an un-traditional fashion show from Old Cathay.
GREEK VETERANS RETURN HOME FROM KOREA
Greek soldiers return from service with U.N. forces in Korea. Distinguished for their valor in action, they’re greeted by tearful, joyous families and loved ones.
NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS
Pre-Lenten gaiety in the Crescent City’s famed Mardi Gras. Merry makers throng the streets in exotic costumes, gaily decorated floats on parade keynote the world famed carnival.
GIRL SCOUTS HONOR FIRST LADY MAMIE EISENHOWER
At the White House, Mrs. Dwight D. Eisenhower becomes a member and Honorary President of the Girl Scouts of America.
SPORT THRILLS AT AAU INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD MEET
Sport thrills at the 65th AAU indoor track and field championships. In the 60 yard dash, Andy Stanfield is upset by the U. of Penn’s John Haines. Close competition in every event keeps the crowds cheering. |
| keywords: christine jorgenson, sex change, chinatown, mardi gras new orleans, girl scouts of america, track and field |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53015)
PRESIDENT DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER GIVES FIRST WHITE HOUSE PRESS CONFERENCE
President Dwight D. Eisenhower holds his first press conference before 234 correspondents. He answers their questions freely and frankly. He then has an informal talk with Adlai Stevenson and invites him to the weekly Congressional Luncheon at the White House.
BALTIMORE WATERFRONT FIRE
Fanned by a forty-mile an hour wind, a devastating blaze sweeps across several piers and destroys millions of feet of lumber and causing damage amounting to more than two million dollars.
FASHION SHOW FOR YOUNGSTERS
Small fry male models strut in the newest fashions of youth as the girls acting as a fashion committee, give them critical once over.
AIRLINER PLUNGES INTO SEA OFF COAST OF ALABAMA, 46 PERISH
An airliner en route from Tampa to New Orleans plunges into the sea a few miles off the coast of Alabama, killing 41 passengers and five crew members.
ENGLAND'S BOXER RANDY TURPIN SCORES A KNOCKOUT
England’s sharp shooting Randy Turpin scores a knockout over South Africa’s Dougie Miller in the tenth round, after giving the loser a boxing lesson.
NEW ORLEANS MARDI GRAS MEAN FUN FUN FUN
America’s most famous pre-Lenten carnival rises to a new heights of revelry in the Rex parade, with thousands jamming, the streets to join the fun.
PISTOL TRICK SHOOTER PERFORMS AMAZING SHARPSHOOTING STUNTS
A twenty-year-old Aussie performs stunts like these: flicks ashes off his father’s cigar, knocks a cap off a bottle and all around performs miracles with his trusty shooting iron. |
| keywords: president dwight d. eisenhower, white house press conference, airline disaster, mardi gras new orleans |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53016)
ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION DEMONSTRATES HOW IT HANDLES RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
The veil of secrecy is partially lifted at several of the Atomic Energy Commission’s plants. Methods of handling 'hot' metals by remote control are particularly interesting. A remote control microscope operates with fifteen feet between eye piece and lens.
NAVY AIRSTRIKES DELIVER TELLING BLOWS TO THE COMMUNISTS
Navy jet fighters and fighter bombers operating from the carrier 'Oriskany' tear through the wintry skies to deliver telling blows at enemy supply routes, troop concentrations and transport columns.
A FASHIONABLE HANDBAG IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST FOR MILADY'S WARDROBE
The latest things in milady’s handbags are beautifully modeled aboard the Italian luxury liner 'Andrea Doria' anchored in New York Harbor. The bags by Josef are made of the finest Italian leather.
COLORADO SKI JUMPING CHAMPIONSHIPS
In a blizzard which brought many a spill on one of the nation’s steepest slopes, Art Tokle, of the skiing Tokles walks off with top honors and becomes America’s Champion Ski Jumper with a leap of 295 feet.
LOOK MAGAZINE GIVES OUT AN AWARD
A.H. Blank, operator of a Midwest chain of Motion Picture Theatres receives the Look Magazine Award for outstanding public service, from Editor Vern Myers. |
| keywords: atomic energy commission, navy airstrikes korea, handbag fashions, purse fashions, ski jumping, look magazine |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53017)
AMBASSADOR TO U.N. HENRY CABOT LODGE SAYS RUSSIA CAN STOP THE WAR IN KOREA
Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge, newly appointed Chief of the U.S. Delegation, hurls a challenge at Russia’s top diplomat Andrei Vishinsky, charging the Soviets can stop the war in Korea. It’s the start of what may be one of the U.N.’s stormiest sessions of the General Assembly.
THE GOOD OLD DAYS ARE BACK AS BEEF GOES ON SALE AT 10 CENTS A POUND
Customers hark back to the good old days, as frozen beef goes on sale at 10 cents a pound! Imported from New Zealand, it’s a boon to purse-poor, beef hungry shoppers.
ARGENTINE DICTATOR JUAN PERON VISITS CHILE
Argentina’s strong man Juan Peron visits Chile to discuss closer economic and political ties between the two neighboring lands. Up-roarous crowds throng the streets in greeting.
NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SPORTS SHOW
Exhibits at the International Motor Sports Show include Adolf Hitler’s armored car, venerable old-timers, and a spectacular Spanish touring car, valued at 30,000 dollars.
AUSTRIANS REJECT COMMUNIST AND NEO-NAZIS IN FAVOR OF DEMOCRACY
Parliamentary elections draw near record numbers to the polls. Voters reject Communist and Neo-Nazi candidates in a powerful mandate for Democracy and freedom.
RADAR CONTROLLED ANTI-AIRCRAFT GUN IS SHOWN TO PUBLIC
Electronics' contribution to anti-aircraft defense is unveiled. It’s the 'Skysweeper', a 75mm gun that locates and tracks targets by radar and then fires automatically. It’s now in use guarding U.S. cities.
JAPAN'S BASEBALL TOKYO GIANTS BEGIN SPRING TRAINING IN U.S.
Japan’s Championship Baseball Team, the 'Tokyo Giants', begin spring training in the U.S. Exhibition matches with U.S. baseball teams are set.
BOWLING CHAMPIONSHIP IN CHICAGO
The 41st Bowling Congress opens, an arena for some 42,000 bowlers to compete for national honors and prizes totaling almost $600,000.
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| keywords: u.n. ambassador henry cabot lodge, radar controlled anti-aircraft gun, baseball, tokyo giants, bowling |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53019)
RUSSIAN DICTATOR JOSEPH STALIN IS REPORTED DEAD
With the death of Stalin, the world’s most powerful and ruthless figure, free nations ponder the significance of his passing as they see pass in review the events which created the most powerful dictator in history.
RETIRING GENERAL JAMES VAN FLEET IS BACK IN U.S.
General James Van Fleet is welcomed by top Pentagon officials. At the White House, he is decorated by President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
ALLIED OFFICERS OF NATO DONATE BLOOD
At NATO’s Atlantic Command Headquarters, officers of allied nations donate their blood to Korean casualties and U.S. Civil Defense.
FOREIGN MINISTER ANTHONY EDEN OF BRITAIN VISITS U.S.
Britain’s Foreign Minister Anthony Eden arrives to discuss 'trade, not aid' with President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
SPRING TRAINING FOR BASEBALL PHILLIES
Steve O’Neil puts the Phillies through their paces. Newcomer Earl Torgeson is expected to add power to the 'Whiz Kids' ’53 campaign.
SPRING TRAINING FOR BASEBALL WHITE SOX
A strengthened White Sox squad shows in workouts. New comers Ferris Fain, Vern Stephens, Mike Formeiles, and Tommy Byrne brighten prospects for the season.
SPRING TRAINING FOR BASEBALL YANKEES
Casey Stengel shepherds the world champion Yankees through spring training, looking ahead to a season which may make baseball history; if Casey can do it again.
ADLAI STEVENSON BEGINS TRIP TO STUDY GLOBAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Democratic leader Adlai Stevenson embarks at San Francisco, on the first leg of his trip to study global trouble spots.
CLARE LUCE BECOMES THE NEWLY APPOINTED AMBASSADOR TO ITALY
Chief Justice Fred M. Vinson administers the oath of office to Clare Luce, newly appointed Ambassador to Italy.
EAGER ANGLERS READY FOR FIRST DAY OF TROUT SEASON
Eager anglers are out long before dawn on the first day of the trout season; drawn by the irresistible lure of the sport and the fish are there in force, too.
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| keywords: russian dictator joseph stalin, baseball, phillies, white sox, yankees, ambassador to italy clare luce, fishing |
NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1953 (UE53020)
GRIPPING ACTION IN KOREAN CONFLICT
Some of the most gripping pictures yet to emerge from the Korean battle zone; shows the softening up of an enemy strong point by artillery and plane action and the charge of infantrymen up the heights with flame throwers in hand.
UNUSUAL MINI SUBMARINE
Dick Anderson has a contraption which looks like a saucer-shaped surf board. Driven by a compressed air motor it dives like a sub and is designed for depths of 300 feet.
CHRISTINE JORGENSON IS CHOSEN AS 'WOMEN OF THE YEAR'
The Scandinavian clubs of New York choose Christine Jorgenson “Women of the Year” as the man who became a woman through science.
BASEBALL SPRING TRAINING ALL OVER
Al Lopez looks over his Indians in the spring sunshine of Tucson, Arizona. And the prospect is pleasing with six of his boys back from the wars. Pitching’s okay. All Easter’s bat has got to do is boom. A hundred miles or so away in Phoenix, the Giants are limbering up and, with Monte Irvin as good as new, prospects have the Lip beaming all over. The Bums are working out on the other side of the continent at Vero Beach, Florida, under the eagle eye of Charlie Dressen. Russ Meyer comes from Philly to bolster the pitching staff. Wait until this year.
PEE WEE BOXERS FIGHT LIKE THE HEAVYWEIGHTS
Midget maulers of New York’s Boy’s clubs weigh in around fifty pounds, but the way they throw leather, you’d think they were heavyweights. There’s more action in that ring than a mess of wild-cats could produce.
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| keywords: korean war, mini submarine, christine jorgenson, sex change, baseball spring training, junior boxing |
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