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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1946
Page
3
Dick Jordan and Meg confront Captain Tuc and crew as a derelict schooner drifts toward port. An old man and a mysterious woman appear onboard amid tension and warnings from the Carib crew. Dick spies a chance to escape while navigating the wreck and warnings from Meg.
Dick and Captain Bedford's daughter defend a schooner against Tucu and his Carib men aboard the vessel. The attackers are repelled as the pair force them back with gunfire and improvised tactics. After a brief clash, Tucu retreats with his crew while the rescued narrator learns the pirates sought the ship for plunder.
Reports describe a tense debate among Army and Navy leaders over civilian control of strategic testing at Bikini Atoll as preparations for the underwater second device proceed. Adm. W. H. Bandy signals potential weather delays, while observers monitor oceanography, biology, and geology data from the target array and supporting ships.
Report notes an army air force task force on Kwajalein seeks answers after a bomb miss. Maj. Gen. Witte Kepmer, deputy commander, weighs why Major Swan may have miscalculated. Observer claims bomb detonated far from target, alleging a wobble and drop about 1,800 feet off.
Readable bits describe pegged tables available in two handy sizes. Brief notes mention design, use, and possible materials. Ends with a promotional tone about versatility for home or workshop settings.
The Japanese balloon bombs were a costly failure in the war effort. About 9,000 launched at a cost of 18 million dollars, with few reaching U S shores. Only one caused death when a device exploded in Oregon after being tampered with by a child.
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