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Newsreels: 1954 Events At Home And Abroad
Newsreels 1954 stock footage documents world events, politics and war as well as sports, fashion and entertainment for the year of 1954. 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 1954 is an incredibly rich resource of visual history that tells the story of the year 1954. |
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54091)
24th DIVISION BIDS KOREA FAREWELL:
KOREA – The last of 6 U.S. divisions to be redeployed from Korea, the 24th Division stage an impressive farewell parade. President Rhee reviews the outfit that fought from Pusan to the Yalu.
EISENHOWER MUSEUM DEDICATED:
ABILENE, KANSAS – 7,500 friends and neighbors attend the dedication of the Eisenhower Memorial Museum at the President’s boyhood home. The entire Eisenhower family is reunited, looking over the more than 2,400 mementos comprising the historic collection.
GOATS AIR-LIFTED TO ISRAEL:
HOLLAND – A “Goat-lift” for Israeli farmers gets under way, amid scenes of confusion and bleats of protest at the airport, as the first 100 kids are loaded aboard a transport plane. Their comment – Baaa!
QUEEN VISITS WILLIAMSBURG:
WILLIAMSBURG, VA. – Britain’s Queen Mother Elizabeth visits Williamsburg and is welcomes with appropriate ceremony in the historic town that’s famed for its reconstruction in 18th Century Colonial style.
WORLD’S BIGGEST WOMAN:
GERMANY – On a shopping spree – and riding in a midget car – with the real-life counterpart of “powerful Katinka.” She’s Katja Van Dyek – all of 8 feet 4 ? inches tall!
FOOTBALL
OHIO STATE vs PURDUE:
LAFAYETTE, IND. – Purdue’s Boilermakers put up a stiff fight to make an exciting game, but Ohio emerges still undefeated, and looking more and more like Rose Bowl material with a resounding 28-6 victory.
YALE vs PRINCETON:
NEW HAVEN, CONN. – In the 77th Tiger Bulldog clash, Princeton’s Royce Flippin comes back from a month on the sidelines to spearhead an assault that upsets the Big Blue in the closing seconds, 21-14.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54092)
INDO-CHINA CATHOLICS RESCUED:
INDO-CHINA – Catholics fleeing Red-held territory by the thousands in a desperate raft journey across the Gulf of Tonkin are saved from their precarious half-foundering craft in dramatic scenes. Meanwhile, Red troops fighting below the 18th Parallel when the armistice was signed are repatriated aboard Russian vessels.
LOCUST PLAGUE:
MOROCCO – Following days of rain, a scourge of locusts devastates the North African land, swarming over hundreds of thousands of acres of orange groves, olive groves, and farmland – even attacking animals and children.
PRESIDENT’S TURKEY:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Turkey Federation presents the President with a handsome 43 pound gobbler for Thanksgiving dinner – and, just in case, adds a book on “Turkey Management.”
STEAM CATAPULT:
AT SEA – Final tests of the Navy’s new steam catapult, hurtling some of the biggest carrier-based planes aloft, including powerful twin-engined sub-killers.
BELLES AND BEAUX:
NEW YORK – The latest in sportswear fashions – matched shirts for gal and guy twosomes on the country club scene, with emphasis on color, comfort, and casual elegance.
HARMON TROPHY:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Eisenhower presents the Harmon aviation speed trophy to Jacqueline Cochrane, first woman to break the sound-barrier, and Major Charles Yeager, pilot of the X-1A rocket plane.
BRITISH FISTIC FLURRY:
ENGLAND – A fierce flurry of action in the squared circle as Britain’s light-heavyweight champion Alex Burton defends his crown against Albert Finch – and kayos the challenger in a thrilling bout.
LIONS CLAW 49ERS IN PRO GRID CLASH:
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – 58,000 see the pro grid champion Detroit Lions claw the San Francisco 49ers. Bobby Layne and Doak Walker stand out as the Lions hand the westerners their worst defeat ever, 48-7.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54093)
RUSSIAN U.N. CHIEF IS DEAD:
NEW YORK – Death by heart attack comes to Russia’s chief United Nation’s delegate, Andre Vishinsky. Famed as prosecutor in the Soviet purge trials of the Thirties, a stormy figure on the international scene comes to a peaceful end.
H’WOOD HONORS POLAR FLIERS:
UNIVERSAL CITY, CALIFORNIA – Motion picture leaders and stars gather on the Universal “lot” to honor Scandinavian leaders and flight members of historic plane that inaugurated commercial flights over the North Pole.
NATO CHIEFS MEET IN CAPITOL:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Military chiefs of 14 North Atlantic Treaty nations convene to shape strategic plans for the coming year. The session assumes added importance with imminence of Paris Treaty ratification uniting western Europe.
SEATTLE SEND-OFF FOR SANTA:
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – Christmas is just around the corner, when Seattle stages its pre-Xmas Santa Claus Parade, first of the year. Colorful parade of storybook characters gets season off to a gala start.
THE FOOTBALL PARADE:
OHIO STATE vs MICHIGAN – At Columbus, the Ohio State Buckeyes clinch a Big Ten title and bid to the Rose Bowl by defeating an inspired Michigan Wolverine team. Michigan holds lead for a while, until the Buckeyes get going. Two fourth-period touchdowns clinch a 21-7 victory.
U.C.L.A. vs U.S.C. – Record crowd of 102,500 jams Coliseum in Los Angeles to see Coast Conference climax between Bruins and Trojans. The top-ranking Bruins of U.C.L.A. explode for four touchdowns in final period to remain top team of nation.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54094)
A-BOMB ESCORT FIGHTER REVEALED:
CALIFORNIA – The “Voodoo,” huge new jet fighter designed to escort atom-bombers of the Strategic Air Command, shows its supersonic speed and terrific maneuverability in its first public appearance.
HERBERT HOOVER IN GERMANY:
GERMANY – Former President Herbert Hoover, arriving as a special guest of the Bonn Government, is greeted at the Cologne Airport by Chancellor Adenauer and high ranking officials.
KING-SIZE XMAS TOYS:
ALLENTOWN, PA. – Spectacular toys from Santa’s workshop on parade – bigger than life clowns and jugglers, lions, elephants, and a host of other comical animated creations.
U.S. SQUADRON UNDER DUTCH COMMAND:
HOLLAND – For the first time since World War II, a foreign combat unit – a U.S. fighter squadron – is stationed on Dutch soil, and placed under Dutch command.
MARBLE QUARRIES:
ITALY – Revitalized by U.S. aid are the famed quarries of Carrara, source of the marble of which ancient Rome was built, from which Michelangelo carved his masterpieces – today the scene of the greatest activity in years.
MONTGOMERY RECEIVES HONORARY DEGREE:
NEW YORK – Britain’s Field Marshal Montgomery, beginning a tour of the U.S., receives an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Columbia University.
LOVE’S OLD REFRAIN ON A SMALL SCALE:
GREENWICH, CONN. – Fashions for the junior set, presented in a little drama in which three young swains come a courting with flowers, only to be kept waiting by the Little Ladies in the manner of maids immemorial.
L.A. RAMS vs N.Y. GIANTS IN GRID THRILLER:
NEW YORK – Gridiron thrills and irony as the goal posts stymie last minute scoring attempts by both Rams and Giants. “Deacon Dan” Towler bounces out of touchdown territory, and Agajanian’s field goal try is deflected, hitting the crossbar. The Rams win a squeaker, 17-16.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54095)
IKE’S NEW PLANE CHRISTENED:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Columbine III, President Eisenhower’s new Flying White House, is christened by Mrs. Eisenhower as the President and Britain’s Field Marshal Montgomery looks on. Bigger and faster than its famous predecessor, it features latest aviation safety devices.
HISS LEAVES PRISON:
LEWISBURG, PA. – Alger Hiss once advisor to Presidents leaves Federal Penitentiary after serving 3 years and 8 months of his term for perjury, telling newsmen that he will continue to strive for vindication.
CHURCHILL’S 80TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATED:
LONDON – As Sir Winston Churchill celebrates his 80th birthday, gifts and tribute pour in from all over the world for Britain’s Prime Minister, one of the great world leaders of this century.
HOOVER HONORED BY GERMAN UNIVERSITY:
GERMANY – Former President Herbert Hoover receives an honorary degree – his 81st – from Tubingen University, in a high point of his good will tour of West Germany.
QUEEN MOTHER RETURNS:
ENGLAND – Queen Mother Elizabeth is greeted by her daughter the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the Royal children as she returns from her triumphal tour of the United States and Canada, to the acclaim of the nation.
NAVY SINKS ARMY, 27-20:
PHILADELPHIA – One of the most thrilling games in the classic 55-year interservice grid rivalry. An underdog Navy “team of desire” puts up a thrilling battle against the Cadets every second. The teams are close in all the game statistics, but the inspired Midshipmen come through when the chips are down to out-point Army in a gridiron classic.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54096)
QUEEN OPENS PARLIAMENT SESSION HONORING SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL:
ENGLAND – Scenes of traditional pomp and ceremony for the opening of Parliament by Queen Elizabeth II, on the same day that England honors Prime Minister Churchill on his 80th birthday. Britain’s Grand Old Man receives a tremendous ovation and responds with his usual vigor.
WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF:
KOREA DEPOT BURNS – The latest in Korea’s post-war series of conflagrations, a 24 hour blaze that does $75 million damage in the U.S. Army’s largest quartermaster depot here.
TROUBLE IN ALGERIA – French troops range through the rugged Aures mountains, searching for nationalist rebels fomenting trouble in the North African land.
THREE OF A KIND – From Holland, a novel story of three farm lassies who’ve trained three horses to do all kinds of tricks, including sitting down to dinner with the girls.
THE WORLD OF SPORTS
BROWN-GIANTS FOOTBALL – At the Polo Grounds in New York, the Cleveland pro gridders squelch Giant hopes for Eastern Championship with a 16-7 victory marked by three field goals by Lou Groza.
HOMEMADE HOMICIDE – Cameraman’s title for race of homemade autos at Crescent City, California. Built by amateurs, without blueprints, the novel speedsters really tear up the local track.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54097)
GUIDED MISSLE TRACKS QUARRY:
The first operational air-to-air guided missile is shown in action. The Navy’s Terrier tracks down a flying target with uncanny speed and accuracy, circling in to demolish its prey in a chilling preview of airwar of the future. It’s a highlight of a spectacular review of guided missile progress.
WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF:
JAPAN’S FIRST JET WING takes to the air. The first U.S. trained jet pilots, among them World War II veterans, fly in graduation exercises.
HOMEWORK FOR LADY GAMBLERS in Reno. Gals get together to practice for choice jobs as croupiers while catching up on housework.
SANTA VISITS THE DOG POUND in Seattle with a sack-full of wieners. It’s a pre-Xmas party for homeless pooches, a waggish idea for the holiday.
ROYAL WELCOME FOR 3RD DIVISION:
NEW ORLEANS – The historic 3rd Infantry Division debarks and parades to receive the acclaim of the city. Among the greeters, Audie Murphy, a 3rd Division veteran, and World War II’s most decorated soldier.
FORTT BENNING, GA. – In impressive ceremonies, Secretary Stevens bestows new honors on the historic 3rd Division, one of America’s greatest fighting units.
FOOTBALL
DETROIT LIONS TIE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES in a pro grid thriller at Detroit’s Briggs Stadium. The Lions tie to clinch the Western Division title, but they have to come from behind to do it.
PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIP – Frankford High is pitted against Southeast Catholic in the 17th Edition of the City Classic. Unbeaten Southeast uncorks a power-house attack to win, 34-0.
BOXING:
OLSON AND LANGLOIS sign for a title bout in San Francisco. The World Middleweight champion, Bobo Olson, and Pierre Langlois. Europe’s outstanding contender, greet cordially at the signing, but later in training, each shows that he’s in fine form and pointing for the big bout.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54098)
U.N. ACTS ON BID TO CENSURE CHINA, FREE AIRMEN:
UNITED NATIONS – The General Assembly votes overwhelmingly for immediate debate on U.S. Delegate Lodge’s motion to censure Red China for spy charges against 11 U.S. airmen, a rebuff to Communist stalling tactics.
WORLD NEWS IN BRIEF:
BERLIN ELECTIONS oust Mayor Walther Schreiber, an Adenauer supporter, as the Social Democrats win in a surprise showing. Communists poll only 2% - West Berlin remains an oasis of freedom.
VENEZUELA’S BOOM CONTINUES:
President Perez Jiminez dedicates the newest in a nation’s fabulous building program – housing projects and South America’s largest, most modern hospital.
WORLD’S FIRST HELIPORT is dedicated at Ft. Eustis, Va. Built at a cost of $1,000,000 it’s the first skyport designed to serve helicopters exclusively – a new pattern for the air age.
A FASHIONABLE FAMILY AT HOME:
Style news glimpsed in an evening at home with a fashionable family. The emphasis is on rayon, from a new jacket whose lining matches the wearer’s tie to a wide range of glamour garb for Mom and Sis.
SPORTS
HEISMAN TROPHY as outstanding college football player of 1954 is awarded to Wisconsin’s Alan Ameche in New York.
SKI-SKATES are the latest novelty on California roads. They were cooked up when the inventors – ardent ski-fans – were stranded without snow. Now all they need is a stretch of pavement, and look at ‘em go.
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NEWSREEL HIGHLIGHTS OF 1954 (UE54099)
SUPER-CARRIER “FORRESTAL” LAUNCHED:
NEWPORT NEWS, VA. – The 60,000 ton super-carrier “Forrestal” is launched. First of her class, she’s the world’s largest warship, an awesome achievement in naval architecture.
FLOODS RAVAGE IRELAND:
Dublin is inundated by heavy rains and the overflowing Liffey and Tolka Rivers, the worst flood here in living memory. London, England, too, is hit by heavy weather – a freak tornado that destroys thousands of pounds worth of property.
PRESIDENT FILMS FARM:
As his Pennsylvania farm house nears completion, President Eisenhower – the country’s most photographed man – turns cameraman to film the work’s progress.
DRAMATIC HOMECOMING:
Canadian Air Force hero, Squadron Leader Andrew Mackenzie, who returns home after two year’s imprisonment in Red China. A moving scene of reunion with his wife – who never gave up hope.
ROCKETS GUARD CAPITAL:
Just released films reveal the hitherto secret launching sides of “Nike” guided missiles now guarding the Washington area against attack from the air.
FASHIONS ON THE WING:
Sky-borne style show, with high-flying pretties modeling spring creations inspired by the new musical film hit, “So This Is Paris,” in a Strato-Cruiser high above the clouds.
SPORTS:
TURFDOM’S BIGGEST MONEY MAKER OF THE YEAR – Determine, winner of the Kentucky Derby, wins the $15,000 Golden Gate Handicap to become the biggest money horse of 1954.
HOLY CROSS VERSUS SAINT JOHN’S – In college basketball at Madison Square Garden, the Redmen break loose for a record 60 point scoring spree, to tally a final 93-73 upset victory over favored Holy Cross.
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