MCA/Universal Pictures Collection, 1929 - 1967. Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library, 1929 - 1967. Universal Newsreel Volume 29, Number 93, 11/15/1956.

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MCA/Universal Pictures Collection, 1929 - 1967. Motion Picture Releases of the Universal Newsreel Library, 1929 - 1967. Universal Newsreel Volume 29, Number 93, 11/15/1956.

1956

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The original release sheet reads: UNITED NATIONS AT SUEZ In New York, United Nations Secretary General Dag Hammarskjold boards a plane for Cairo, where he will personally supervise operations of the international United Nations Police Force. In Port Said, the wreckage of war awaits him, in the wake of the Anglo-French amphibious assault. Still blocked by sunken ships in the key Suez Canal - waiting for uncertain peace. STRIKE IT LOVELY - In Los Angeles, thirty beautiful contestants vie for prizes that include a Universal-International contract. The winner, shapely Phyllis McLeen will tour to publicize the forthcoming film "Written On The Wind." ICEBREAKER SAILS - In Seattle, the Coast Guard icebreaker sails for a tour of duty in the Antarctic, part of the massive "Operation Deep-freeze II." Lingering farewells are the order of the day for crewmen. GREEK PRIME MINISTER - Greek Prime Minister Constantine Karamanlis arrives in New York, where he's greeted by representatives of Greek-American organizations. He'll raise the question of Cyprus at the United Nations. MAMIE'S BIRTHDAY - In Washington, D.C., the first lady celebrates her 60th birthday. As all the nation joins in greetings on the occasion, she is presented with a portrait of herself in her first inaugural gown. SKI PATROL SAVES AVALANCHE "VICTIM." In the Canadian Rockies, ski patrol trainees stage the rescue of an avalanche victim. A buried volunteer is located by probing the snow covered area, and rushed to hospital care via toboggan. SPORTS PATTERSON, MOORE, TRAIN. Youth vs. age for the heavyweight crown. Scrappy young hopeful Floyd Patterson and wily veteran Archie Moore train for their coming bout, which will determine possession of Rocky Marciano's vacated heavyweight crown. GIANTS TOP CARDS. In Yankee Stadium, the pro football Giants tackle the Chicago Cardinals for first place in the pro's eastern division. The hard-hitting, driving Giants carry the day in a thrilling contest, with a clear cut 23-10 triumph.

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