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Soviet People Tickled By Satellite Triumph
Soviet citizens celebrate the launch of the first American satellite with pride and disbelief. Izvestia and scientists outline future targets including a returnable satellite and a moon-orbiting craft. Moscow’s coverage notes secrecy and optimism about Soviet leadership in space. A Massachusetts school claims the Colrain flag-bearing honor.
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Sterling Slappey
Moscow
Izvestia
Earth
United States
Soviet Academy of Sciences
Moscow Radio
Loin of
Colrain
Mass
Lord Colrain