Moon Landing Holiday Proclaimed by Majority of States
By the Associated Press, more than half the states had proclaimed July 21 a holiday to honor the moon landing. President Nixon issued the cue and few states rejected the suggestion. In Jeffersonville Indiana, Mayor Richard Vissing ordered Monday off for city workers and voiced hope for a nationwide holiday. Outdoor television will reward attendees.
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Apollo 11 readying for moon landing amid race and memorials
Apollo 11 faces high stakes as lunar orbit remains 60 miles above the Moon while observers debate landing feasibility. NASA notes and Bernard Lovell’s lunar-height claims contrast with Soviet and American analysts. In Washington, Nixon honors fallen space program members, and the nation contemplates a symbolic lunar celebration.
Moon Landing Debate And Holiday Motion Across States
Officials weigh medical fraud and government funding perils as physicians defend integrity. Holiday closings vary with many states ordering government offices shut. Navajo tribe plans a moon observance while European and American agencies debate lunar mission timing and Soviet intentions.
Inflation Woes Persist as Growth Lags and Costs Rise
Economy notes say real growth lags price gains due to inefficient labor use amid high employment. Chartener foresees price increases easing in 1970 as corporations face a profit squeeze from rising costs. The surtax is highlighted as politically powerful in signaling anti inflation aims, with calls to extend it.
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Tax reform debate over surtax extends current rates
Ribboly supports continuing surtax at existing rates through July 31 to dispel uncertainty while advocating tax reform. Williams backs reform, pledging determination to pass it but notes need to end surtax uncertainty. The House Ways and Means Committee continues work on a broad tax reform bill with Chairman Wilbur Mills signaling floor readiness.
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Viet Cong and Hanoi Reject Saigon Election Plan
Paris AP report says the Viet Cong and North Vietnam rejected South Vietnam's free election proposal and hurled abuse at it during peace talks. US warns rejection signals grave doubt on negotiations as Thieu proposes participation details for NLP in internationally supervised elections while Saigon retains election organization.
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Papyrus Boat Ra Drifts In Ocean Without Crew
Christiansted reporting that the papyrus ship Ra, weathered and listing, drifted without crew in the tropical Atlantic while Thor Heyerdahl and a six man crew aboard the Shenandoah debated whether to abandon the voyage from Africa to Latin America. Heyerdahl planned a decision by Friday after spending a night aboard the fishing vessel.
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Haly
State Workers To Have Day Off Monday For Moon Landing
Governor Mills and Godwin Jr. joined President Nixon in declaring a holiday for state and federal workers Monday to honor the Apollo 11 moon landing. Richmond and Chesterfield officials said city offices and summer schools would close, while banks may stay open.
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Miller silent on runoff as Battle Howell race looms
Miller indicated he would back no candidate in the Virginia governor runoff if Farley proceeds, avoiding a direct stance between Battle and Henry E. Howell Jr. of Norfolk while noting shifts in party unity from a single faction to a coalition of factions and praising a history of moderate liberalism. He credited his Tuesday success to drawing support from Democratic factions and stressed progress for Virginia without predicting Battle's stance versus Gov. Battle's outlook.
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Apollo 10 Crew Echoes And Silence After Space Flight
A dated account compares Apollo 10 and Apollo 1s coverage with praise for the visuals and cautions about narrative depth. It notes Gene Cernan Arm Strong and Tom Stafford delivering brief exclamations during orbit as Armstrong highlights engine events and the crew speaks in vivid, human terms about the vastness of space.
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War Casualties Rise in Vietnam Report
The weekly tally shows American deaths at 37,167 and wounded at 239,759 with 1,340 Americans missing or captured. Since January 1, 1961, official figures report 528,610 enemy soldiers killed as U.S. forces expanded operations.
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Opponents Press for New Secret Senate Session on ABM Vote
In a closed Senate debate on the Safeguard ABM, supporters and opponents exchanged secret data. Opponents request another session to challenge materials, while leaders note little public detail from the talks. Senator Symington previews a Pentagon chart arguing limited protection for Minuteman missiles. others report mixed test results and prep for amendments limiting deployment and funding.
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Godwin Hints at Liberal Howell Risk in Gov Race
Virginia Governor comments on Howell's strong primary showing and potential GOP win, noting no clear GOP split beyond early infighting. He expects no major shift from Battle or Pollard positions, praises Howell as a scrapper, and says his Battle endorsement reflects his stance without consulting Byrd or Long. He sees life in the party and warns Holton to be corrected before November.
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Luna 15 Enigmatic Signals Put Moscow Probe Into Lunar Orbit
Soviet reports say Luna 15’s equipment functions normally while Lovell and aide at the observatory interpret unusual signals from the probe. The craft entered lunar orbit around 6 am EDT, with rockets fired behind the moon to slow it. The mission shows unexpected variables including signal differences and an 192 hour trip, implying new equipment and a different target area on the moon.
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Honduras Border Fight Suppressed in Mid-Campaign Cease Fire
Salvadoran and Honduran military spokesmen reported a mid battle cease fire along the Pan American Highway between Nueva Ocotepeque and El Amatillo with no confirmed casualties. Capt. Efrain Gonzalez described limited Salvadoran incursions and noted U S trained Honduran special forces penetrations into Morazan.
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