Univ News: 1951 - Crisis in Iran / Korea Tragedy / Truman / Motorcycles / Baseball
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Universal Newsreel: vol 24 - issue 471
1951-07-05
Crisis in Iran
Iran - Late news film from oil troubled Iran, where the seizure of the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company has brought the world close to war. With the company nationalised by Iran, and the British refusing to accept the seizure, hopes are held for a last minute peaceful settlement of a thorny question.
Truman warns of vigilance
Washington - speaking on the 175th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, President Truman warns that peace in Korea does not mean a lessening of world tension, as long as Russia remains an armed camp. He says vigilance is the price of peace.
The Tragedy of Korea
Korea - despite the talks of peace coming to this battle scarred land, the plight of the homeless, the sick and the starving remains a grim reminder of the tragedy of Korea.
Motorcycle Madcaps
Denmark - International donors are at stake in rip snorting final heat of motorbike race on dusty track. Two Britishers, one Norwegian and a Dane fight it out in thrilling duel.
Yanks Sign Rookie
San Francisco - 17 year old Ed Cereghino signs with the N.Y Yankees for a $50,000 bonus. In his debut with The Seals the young right hander loses a close game but gets cheers for his ability.