Skaters are seen circling the ice rink to gain speed, at Grossinger's Catskill Resort, in the Catskill Mountains, at Liberty, New York. They then attempt to leap over lines of barrels set on the ice, during the 14 annual barrel jumping competition. Contestants are seen clearing successively more barrels as they are added to the starting number of 11. Scene shifts to officials setting up a 16th barrel. Several fail to clear the 16 barrels, which is finally accomplished, again, by last year's winner, Ken Lebel of Lake Placid, New York. He is seen receiving the trophy from Mary Ann Mobley, television and screen personality, and former Miss America (1959).
Senator Barry Goldwater during the GOP Convention (Republican National Convention)in San Francisco. Senator Barry takes a walk on the streets of San Francisco. He heads for the Republican nomination on the first ballot. Senator Barry addresses the Platform committee and calls for a tougher stand with the Red Block. Forces of Governor William Scranton fight a rear-guard action to the end. On the eve of the convention, Civil Rights demonstrators mass in protest against Goldwater and are seen in a march of 40,000 people on the streets of San Francisco, toward City Hall. The marchers at the demonstration hear from Henry Cabot Lodge and other leaders. President Dwight D. Eisenhower arrives for the Convention. Republican Governor Mark O Hatfield of Oregon gives a preview of his keynote speech, which describes the party as one of faith in various American ideals.
Display of Autumn hats in Germany. German designers showcases their fall hat designs. Models display various designs of hats. They depict simplicity as the new trend.
Alfred Hitchcock presents two rare Albino kangaroos to the Los Angeles Zoo. Alfred Hitchcock and Australian philanthropists Sir Edward Hallstrom with the kangaroo. Alfred Hitchcock's grand daughter plays with the Albino kangaroo. Albino kangaroo jumps on an open field.
Water Skiing on Moselle River in Germany. Contestants go through all sorts of stunts behind their speeding boats. Contestants jump from a raised platform. 'Martini' written on the board. Contestants jump one after the other. Spectators watch the show.
Senator Allen J. Ellender speaks about the Congress in Washington DC. Senator Allen J Ellender seated in the office. View of the United States Capitol building in the background. Senator Allen J Ellender speaking.
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