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HAIR TODAY
Getting thin on top? The answer is a ""Topper"" - the latest aid to the balding male whose wife or girlfriend is feeling more like his daughter. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within...
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DESIGN FOR EXPORT
Mr Wilson opens the ""Design for Export"" Exhibition in London - and makes a tour of the latest kitchen equipment to learn the recipe for overseas sales. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...
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AMERICA BOUND
Two unusual exports to the United States. A Liberty Bell, made by the London Foundry that cast the original one leaves for Philadelphia. London Bridge - sold to Arizona for a million pounds begins its transatlantic journey. Disclaimer:...
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STUDENT VOICE
Inevitable sequel to the protests in Europe - student unrest in Britain. Among the Universities and Colleges to express dissatisfaction with authority - Hornsey College of Art, where students have taken over the administration....
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MEXICO PROSPECTS
The ""three A's"" Championships at White City illustrate our potential - and our limitations - for the Olympics. Also running, South Africa's sprint wonder boy Paul Nash who could also be competing for Britain. Disclaimer: British...
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ENGLAND HOLD NORTHERN IRELAND:
In a vital stage in the European Soccer Championships, England beats Northern Ireland, two nil. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the collection...
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DEATH IN THE FIELDS
The worst outbreak of Foot and Mouth for nearly half a century, continues to spread throughout England and Wales. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of...
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HER FAVOURITE GUY
Off-beat angle on Bonfire Night - A descendant of Guy Fawkes celebrates the event quietly near London. He should do, he's married to a descendant of the man who arrested Guy! Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any...
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BUILT FOR ADVENTURE
In the Forest of Dean near Coleford, youngsters have built a log cabin as a centre for adventure training. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of the...
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PINTA PEOPLE
The International Dairy Show at Olympia - and an off-beat angle on Milking from Australia. A dairy herd of Sheep! Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or metadata of...
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CONSTABLE OF THE TOWER
Near the White Tower, the scene was set for the installation of a new Constable: Field Marshal Lord Alexander, one of Britain's most distinguished soldiers of our time. There was a salute from the men of the Irish Guards, the Field...
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ROMANIES GO RICH
A well-to-do race goer fulfilled a promise to a couple of gypsy boys, Billy Karey and Tony Smith, who live at a camp near Iver in Bucks. He took these Romany kids to Ascot. But before they mingled with the fashionable world, they went to...
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REMEMBER, REMEMBER!
It was over three hundred and fifty years ago that Guy Fawkes made his name. It's been a gift to the kids, ever since. They love the fifth of November. Grown-ups go in for celebrating, too. Whether they're all celebrating the...
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LABOUR'S VITAL CONFERENCE
Scarborough was the meeting place, and Labour delegates at this vital conference included Mr Gaitskell, elder Statesman James Griffiths, Anthony Greenwood, Tom Driberg, Mrs Braddock, Barbara Castle, George Brown, the Labour defence...
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FROM TOP TO TOE
Various hair styles at the World Hairdressing Congress in London. Also on show in London were new stockings, designed by Shiaparelli. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the...
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ENGLAND WIN THE RUBBER
it was rainy weather at Headingley for what proved to be the last day of the Test. Victory by an innings and five runs and the rubber won by England. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions...
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ZOO NEWS
These twin male Syrian bears are the big attraction at the London Zoo. 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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STATE RECEPTION
Her Majesty the Queen, Signor Gronchi and Mr Selwyn Lloyd, were heading the procession at Lancaster House, London. They were followed by the Italian President's wife and Prince Philip. The Queen Mother and other members of the Royal...
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ST. PAUL'S - A DEDICATION
The Queen and Prince Philip arrived to attend a special service at St. Paul's Cathedral, preceded by the Lord Mayor of London. The Princess Royal, the Duchess of Gloucester, the Duchess of Kent, Princess Alexandra and Princess Alice were...
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FAMOUS AIRPORT TO GO?
Croydon Airport is in the process of closing down. The Flying Clubs are moving to Biggin Hill, though some independent airlines are likely to operate here for some time longer. Rather a sad occasion. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an...
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THE COMET IV FLIES
The new 'Comet IV', with de Havilland's chief test pilot, Group Captain John Cunningham, made its first flight, from Hatfield. This jet airliner is twice as powerful as the first Comet. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical...
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OLD LAMPS FOR SALE
Greenwich by gas-light is now a thing of the past: the old lamps have been taken down, but a thoughtful Authority has realised the antiques have a value: the lamps are up for sale to all comers, at a couple of quid each. Disclaimer:...
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COWSHED SYMPHONY
Mr Johnson bought a cinema organ and found the only place he could put it was his cowshed - much to the disgust of the cows. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and expressions within either the video or...
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THE COMMONWEALTH CONFERENCE
Meeting at Downing Street, the Premiers (and representatives) on nine Commonwealth nations were welcomed by Britain's Prime Minister, Mr Harold Macmillan. Disclaimer: British Movietone is an historical collection. Any views and...