Alma Vents Fury on Havana as Storm Menaces Florida
Hurricane Alma battered Havana with 90 mph winds and heavy rain, killing 74 people and prompting hurricane watches along Florida coasts from Daytona Beach to Cedar Key. As Alma moved toward Key West, authorities warned of possible tornadoes in south Florida and urged no widespread evacuations.
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Human Error Cost Gemini 9 Docking Chance
Cape Kennedy report traces a human error aboard Gemini 9 led to the ATDA shroud failure. Four electrical lanyards were taped to disconnect plugs instead of being secured, preventing the docking attempt and prompting a review of installation procedures and responsibility across Douglas Lockheed and McDonnell teams.
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GOP Gala marks 100th anniversary in Washington
The Republican Congressional Committee celebrated its centennial with a gala at the Washington Hilton attended by 1,200 guests. The event featured speakers former Vice President Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, and Bob Wilson. A winning prize named Republic Ann the party’s elephant symbol and a round trip for two to the gala was awarded. The fundraiser raised about 250000 for the 1966 campaign slate.
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