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STIRLING MOSS WEDS
At St. Peter's, Eton Square, the wedding of Stirling Moss and Katie Molson. Among the ushers were racing drivers Mike Hawthorn and Peter Collins. The best man was Stirling's racing Manager, Ken Gregory. The reception was held at the...
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RE-SETTLEMENT OF THE DISABLED -
Mr Bevin, by officially opening the ""Back at Work"" exhibition in Leeds, drew attention to the needs and rights of disabled men and women. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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PREMIER VISITS RED CROSS EXHIBITION
The Premier was greeted by Lord Woolton (Executive Committee Chairman) when he came to open the Red Cross Society's Exhibition at their London headquarters. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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POST OFFICE STRIKE
The strike by members of the Postal Workers Union halts many vital services. Britain's telephones, however, are manned by staff who braved pickets to work. Private operators - including a leather-clad motor cycle gang - set up special...
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ST. PATRICK'S DAY
Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother distributes shamrock to the Irish Guards and their regimental mascot on the traditional St. Patrick's Day parade. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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VARIETY FASHION
The Variety Club of Great Britain holds a Fashion Show in aid of Children's Charities. It features the world of young designer Hazel Graeme and a line up of stars is there to model the clothes. ® ® Latest crisis on the fashion scene...
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DOCTORS' HOBBIES
On show at the Doctors' Hobbies Exhibition, recently held in London, were paintings, a ship made of matchsticks. Violin (one of them used by Yehudi Menuhin) won first prize at the show for Dr Gordon. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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RADAR RESEARCH
Now, for a spot of science: the mysteries of the Royal Radar Establishment, at Malvern. For example, experimental tactical control radar: giving three-dimensional information, on every target in range. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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AWARD TO STIRLING MOSS
Mr Wilfred Andrews, presided at the RAC London; where Lady Segrave, Mrs Moss and Earl Howe heard him speak of the latest winner of the Segrave Trophy. Mrs Andrews then made the presentation to Stirling for his brilliant racing victories....
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PUSH BIKE MOSS
A twelve-month driving ban doesn't stop you from getting around on wheels. But it has to be the two wheels of a push-bike. And that's just what world-famous racing driver Stirling Moss has taken to! Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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CHARITY GOLF
Sudbury Golf Club, and Freddie Mills, Ben Warris and Jimmy Jewel were among Show Biz golfers playing the Ladies Curtis Cup Team. Others were Charlie Drake, Harry Secombe, Arthur Askey and Ted Ray. The Curtis Cup Ladies played good golf...
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WHIPSNADE COMES OF AGE
Whipsnade Zoo had come of age and has had quite a theatrical party as a celebration; Dinah Sheridan and Arthur Askey were among the stars attending. While the Whipsnade Chimps were cooling off with a soft drink, Chimps in St. Louis, USA...
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ELASTIC CARAVAN
To circumvent the law governing the width of caravans on the road, this van expands to twice its width when stationery. The interior of the expanded caravan provides luxurious accommodation for a family. Disclaimer: British Movietone is...
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SET FOR DECIMALS
The new Bronze ""Coppers"", to be introduced when Decimal Coinage starts in 1971, are now on sale. But, unlike the five and tenpenny pieces, they won't be legal tender till ""Decimal Day"". Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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TRAILER: RUBBER
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THEATRE IN THE CITY
London river, and close by the landing stage at Puddle Dock, Blackfriars, stands the new Mermaid Theatre. Sea cadets arrived with the Mermaid herself ... four year old Caroline, daughter of Jack Hawkins. London's Lord Mayor was present...
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PEST CONTROL- COLOUR
At the Centre for Overseas Pest Research, they wage an unceasing battle against the legions of pests which threaten both man and his food supplies throughout the World. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views...
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TOWER OF LONDON SKELETON
An archaeological dig at the Tower of London discovered a 1900 year old skeleton of a young man. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection...
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KNIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE- COLOUR
The Court of King Arthur lives on at Tintagel in Cornwall. The Order of the Knights of the Round Table, basically a charitable organisation, hold ceremonies to dub new Knights and observe the rituals of this ancient Court. Disclaimer:...
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ARTIFICIAL SKI SLOPE
London's first Council Ski Centre at Hillingdon House Farm Leisure Centre. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced for...
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COMMON COLD RESEARCH
The Common Cold Research Unit at Harvard Hospital, Salisbury. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are reproduced for historical...
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Dumpers Hustle To Forestall Tariff
Foreign Importers make last day dash to avoid new ten per cent duty at Port of London. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection are...
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WINDSOR CHARITY WALK
Sporting personalities and stars of the entertainment world take part in a charity walk in Windsor Great Park. They were raising money for an organisation pledged to aid research into crippling diseases. Disclaimer: British Movietone is...
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WORLD CINEMA
An exhibition at the Round House to mark the 75th anniversary of the cinema. Stars at the opening include American silent screen comedian Harold Lloyd whose 1927 film ""Kid Brother"" opened the show. Princess Alexandra is guest of honour...