Eisenhower Hails Vanguard Satellite Success
President Eisenhower voiced delight at the Navy Vanguard satellite’s successful orbital flight from Cape Canaveral. Congressional leaders and officials praised the launch as Senator Mansfield called it a job well done. Dr. Alan Waterman informed the president of the project’s success.
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Long Stride Toward TV Space Eye
Navy Vanguard test model satellite marks a major advance toward space television with grapefruit size solar batteries powering a camera in orbit. Developed by Dr Hanz K Ziegler, the cells promise one to several years of life, though power limits prevent full commercial television use.
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Navy Vanguard satellite circles globe in 135 minutes
Washington announced the Navy satellite is circling the globe every 135 minutes and may remain in orbit five to ten years. The third stage of the Vanguard rocket is also in orbit and visible to moonwatchers without binoculars. Hagen cited apogee at 9500 miles and perigee at 400 miles, with two transmitters operating and solar cells promising long broadcast life.
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Vanguard satellite signals traced by multiple stations
San Francisco Bay area stations reported receiving the Navy Vanguard signal and confirmed Explorer I transmissions. Press Wireless and Lockheed Missile’s Sunnyvale pickup noted early 6:31 am signals. engineers praised Vanguard’s launch while noting Explorer I’s orbit and Sputnik legacy.
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Italy election path cleared by dissolution of Parliament
President Giovanni Gronchi dissolved Parliament and set general elections for late May. The vote, likely May 25-26, is viewed as pivotal after 1948 tests when the Christian Democrats defeated the Communists. Christian Democratic governments have governed Italy since.
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