Closed Senate session weighs secret ABM data
Opposition-led closed debate on the anti-ballistic missile Safeguard plan drew about 90 senators as it examined secret Pentagon information. Sen. Symington displayed a chart challenging the administration, while Vice President Agnew presided. The session aimed to test whether Safeguard could deter Soviet missiles, with Stennis predicting approval ahead.
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Apollo 11 Nears Moon Landing On Destiny Date
Apollo 11 crews, three quarters to the moon, prepare the Eagle lander for a possible Sunday lunar touchdown. Armstrong Aldrin and Collins slept well as Flight Director Lunney called the trajectory flawless and a fourth midcourse correction on Saturday unlikely. Luna 15 meanwhile nears the moon, raising the chance of a dust return but not eclipsing the American push to land.
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Scientists puzzled by Luna 15 signals from lunar orbit
At Jodrell Bank in England, scientists report four bursts from Luna 15 as Apollo 11 control monitors lunar telemetry. Boss Bernard Lovell notes unusually short bursts and an extremely low 62 mile orbit, while Moscow withholds spacecraft weight data.
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Nixon Proposes Expansion of Birth Control Program
President Nixon called for an expanded national birth control and family planning program with a goal of providing adequate services within five years for all who want them but cannot presently afford them. He urged a bipartisan commission on population growth, while stressing religious and personal freedoms. He warned the world might reach 7 billion by century's end and pledged continued aid to nations reducing birth rates.
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Cease-Fire Ignored In Central America
Honduran and Salvadoran forces resumed fighting on the northern front ending a five day border war. An OAS brokered cease-fire collapsed as both sides fired at dawn with air support from WWII Corsair fighters.
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Businesses Plan Normal Monday Moon Day Holiday
Bennington merchants decided to ignore Nixon’s lunar landing holiday call and will operate as usual on Monday. Banks and stores stay open. federal and state offices close except essential services. post office follows holiday schedule. Moon Day coverage planned if staff isn’t moonstruck.
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