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James Godfried arrested for murder in Greece (1987)
- Genre
- Interview; Speech
Series of 3 interlinked clips about the case of James Godfried, arrested for the murder and suspected murder of two women - Nancy Connor(?) and Alex Dimitrianou(?) - in Mykonos, Greece. 1: Interview with...
Iranian patrol boats sunk by Americans (1987)
- Genre
- Press conference
Three Iranian patrol boats have been sunk by a US military helicopter patrolling international airspace over the Persian Gulf, after the helicopter was fired upon by three or four Iranian vessels. There are...
Oath of loyalty for Northern Ireland politicians? (1987)
- Genre
- News report; Interview; Speech
Ulster Secretary Tom King explains the proposition that everyone who wishes to stand for elective office in the province should sign a declaration that they will not support any proscribed organisation....
Reagan’s nomination of Bork defeated (1987)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
US President Ronald Reagan’s nomination of Judge Robert Bork for membership of the Supreme Court has been defeated. Male reporter not identified.
Reagan and Shultz on US-Soviet relations (1987)
- Genre
- Press conference
US President Ronald Reagan and Secretary of Defense, George Shultz hold a press conference after the announcement of an agreement which could lead to a summit with the USSR.
Hope for hostages increased by John Lyttle mission (1987)
- Genre
- Interview
Following a secret mission by John Lyttle, an envoy of the Archbishop of Canterbury, he hopes that Terry Waite may be released. He says that the Syrians would like to bring about the release of hostages with...
Terry Waite’s cousin John hopeful of release (1987)
- Genre
- Interview
Beirut Hostage Terry Waite’s family are cautiously optimistic regarding his possible release, following the mission of envoy John Little. Their strong Christian faith leads them to believe that he is...
George Bush prepares to announce candidature for US President (1987)
- Genre
- News report
As US Vice-President George H W Bush prepares to announce his candidature for the presidency, this report takes a look at his chances. Covers his public image, his World War II honours for bravery, and his...
Ronald Reagan supports Bork nomination (1987)
- Genre
- News report; Speech
US President Ronald Reagan is endorsing Judge Robert Bork’s nomination onto the Supreme Court. Senator Ted Kennedy speaks out against Bork and Reagan. Ronald Reagan refuses to withdraw his nomination. Male...
George Bush officially announces presidential candidacy (1987)
- Genre
- News report; Press conference; Speech
In Houston, Texas, US Vice-President George H W Bush announces his candidacy for the US presidential election. He outlines his experience, which he believes outweighs that of the other candidates. Male...