Moon Flight Clears Path to Lunar Landing
Cape Canaveral UPI reports NASA officials praised L. Gordon Cooper for a successful 22 orbit Mercury flight that marked a key advance toward the moon program. Mercury operations chief Walter Williams called the mission a milestone, while Cooper’s pilot Alan Shepard noted rapid emergency decisions during reentry. Project Mercury may extend one more flight before moving to the Gemini era and the lunar craft to carry astronauts to the moon.
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Cuba Buys Tractors From Momania for Cane Harvest
Key West reports Cuba has offered 2,500 agricultural tractors from Momania for next year's sugar cane harvest. Havana officials indicated tentative approval, signaling plans to bolster mechanized farming and sugar production in Cuba.
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Negro Leader Charges Errors in Agreement
Martin King said yesterday that there was a misundastanding in the desegregation pact. He cited three or four errors while negotiators sought concessions and white leaders weighed the plan. King demanded direct talks with white leaders and warned of possible action if disputes persist.
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Oeailey
Urban Affairs Bill Clears Assembly Promising Tax Reform Prospects
Sacramento sees Gov Brown's urban affairs bill clear the Assembly by a narrow margin. The measure would set up an 18 member commission of state and local officials to curb urban sprawl and coordinate growth while flags over tax changes loom. Senate leaders indicated mixed support as Brown pushes wider fiscal reforms including income and business taxes. The Assembly leadership predicted movement on the full tax plan this year subject to Senate cooperation. Brown has sought about 50 million for education and about 160 million for related programs as part of the spending package.
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20000 Security Men to Guard De Gaulle Arrival
Athens reports the Greek government mobilized about 20,000 security personnel to guard French President Charles de Gaulle during his four nation visit. The move aims to bolster protection and project stability amid regional tensions and shifting prestige in the area.
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Splashdown Ninety Seconds Off in Space Flight
Astronaut Gordon Cooper landed aboard a rescue ship after Faith 7’s 34 hour 20 minute mission, with doctors declaring him in fine shape aside from brief dizziness. The return to Earth drew cheers, political congrats, and praise for Cooper’s calm, the capsule’s performance, and the mission’s near flawless execution.
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Pasadena Family Spins Tale Of Space Recovery Flight
Pasadenans recount the Gemini era rescue of a spaceman near the Kearsarge. Cmdr. Mark Starr, a Navy officer, aided by a helicopter crew including Starr’s son, Castle, used a flotation ring to keep the capsule afloat. Mrs Starr listened to broadcasts from her home at 1198 Lida Street, praising the crews for their precise landing and safe recovery.
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