CAB Investigation of Jan 6 Plane Wreckage Was Extensive
The Civil Aeronautics Board led an extensive inquiry into a January DC-6B crash near Boliva North Carolina that killed 34, with debris scattered along Kure Beach. Investigators tested for explosive causes, ruled out wing puncture and metal fatigue, and linked evidence to an in-flight detonation near Julian Frank, a New York attorney with suspicions of fraud and heavy insurance.
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Debris Tests Point to In-Flight Dynamite Explosion in CAB Probe
Investigators find nitrate and manganese dioxide traces on wreckage and Frank’s body, washed clean by heavy rains. Durfee reports evidence of a dynamite explosion inside the aircraft. CAB schedules public hearing March 22 in Wilmington as questions about motive and responsibility remain.
Stomach Fluids Comprise Hydrochloric Acid and Pepsin
Two chemicals, hydrochloric acid and pepsin, form the stomach’s powerful digestive fluid. About 2 percent is hydrochloric acid. Pepsin is inactive except in a warm acidic setting, where it softens protein foods vital for energy in our diets.
Macmillan to visit De Gaulle in Paris talks
Paris reports that British Prime Minister Macmillan will visit President de Gaulle on March 12 and 13 for talks. The De Gaulle office said Khrushchev plans a two week visit starting March 15, a sequence that positions Macmillan for useful discussions ahead of the Russian leader’s arrival.
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France tests blamed for Japanese radioactive fallout noted
A Tokyo meteorological official said abnormal atmospheric radioactivity has spread across parts of Japan since France conducted its first atom bomb test in the Sahara on February 13. He noted Japan had seen no strong radioactivity for over a year and attributed the fallout to the French test.
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Transit incident at Cedar Rapids fare gate described
A Cedar Rapids Gazette brief recounts a taxi ride mishap at a transit turnstile on March 2 1960. Manuel tried to assist a passenger whose emergency began as he crawled under the turnstile. A transit patrolman arrived as the moment escalated, but delays occurred.
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Manuel Santos Bravely Goes to School Without Pass
In New York Manuel Santos, 13, faced hardship as he arrived at a subway station to discover his school pass was lost. The incident highlights his determination to attend class despite the obstacle.
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