05 Jan 1959
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1959
Page
1
Soviet news agency reported the Lunik rocket passed by the moon and continued toward an orbit around the sun or beyond. U S officials debated the implications while scientists discuss potential planetary and solar research uses and risks.
Professor J P Baxter dismisses space travel fantasies and lunar stations. He argues spending on earthly problems is wiser than millions for space programs while noting defense needs and practical limits. The remarks reflect caution about holiday space travel in coming decades.
In Adelaide two amateur radio enthusiasts reported receiving signals from the Russian moon rocket this morning. G M Bowen of the Wireless Institute of Australia noted signals around 9 am on 19 997 megacycles consisting of two pitched whistles. B W Wehr of Prospect heard intermittent signals after 8 am described as an interrupted whistling noise varying in pitch. A Weapons Research Establishment spokesman said efforts at Woomera to receive signals were unsuccessful. The Baker Nunn sky camera was trained on the rocket's course last night but film review showed no photograph of the object.
Clowny congruens of Saturday night stopped a vacation scholar at Mt Stromlo Observatory from photographing the Soviet T Moon rocket's path. Brian Horton tried to take the shot at 12 30 but said the moon would be too bright for another attempt.
Russia's Deputy Premier Anastas Mikoyan landed at New York amid a small protest by about a dozen Hungarian sympathizers. He described his visit as unofficial and said he would see the Russian ambassador to learn of any planned events.
President Eisenhower proclaimed Alaska joining the union and announced a new 49 star United States flag. The flag design features seven rows of seven stars with staggered even rows and will be officially used on July 4 Independence Day.
Fidel Castro and rebel leaders took power in Cuba with Castro named delegate of the President for the armed forces as his forces moved into Havana. Manuel Urrutia was proclaimed interim president amid cheers and fighting. looting and arson targeted Batista loyalists while U.S. and Dominican Republic tensions rose over potential conspiracies.
Sydney report on the Australian Workers Union convention in Brisbane opening January 21. Resolutions demand modern living comforts for shearers including washing machines, inner spring mattresses, hot and cold showers, floor coverings, footpaths, and improved kitchen facilities. plastic tableware and car garage amenities are also proposed.
Australia dominated the second Test with England dismissed in three hours for under 100, first such Aussie win over England since 1955. Australia needs 30 runs with nine wickets intact on day two as Ian Mackie and Alan Davidson impressed with multiple wickets. Richie Benaud led with tight fields and pivotal catches.
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