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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1968
Page
1
The Soviet Union disclosed that Cosmos 215 carried eight telescopes and entered Earth orbit in April to study the universe from space. The automatic observatory aimed to overcome atmospheric interference and pave the way for space based astronomy, with Pravda reporting the mission and its return.
Union weeks in orbit progress with electronic observatories and larger units planned. Cosmos 215 carries eight telescopes with near diameters of 2.76 inches to study radiation from hot or young stars. Observations cover visible to ultraviolet ranges, noting most below 3,000 angstroms are absorbed by Earth’s atmosphere.
Pravda describes the spaceship carrying an X ray telescope to measure radiation between 0.5 and 5 angstroms along with two photometers to monitor solar radiation in the upper atmosphere. Scientists anticipate space observatories beyond Earth will reveal clues about the universe and intergalactic gas density to assess the universe’s fate.
Pravda notes Cosmos 215 entered a relatively low Earth orbit to avoid charged-particle belts. The craft spun once every 40 to 60 minutes, carried a magnetic device and chemical batteries lasting over a month, and conducted about 150 data-relay communications with Earth stations.
James Earl Ray made a two minute appearance in Bow Street Court and asked for court appointed defense suggesting he would oppose extradition in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. killing case. London officials said extradition would proceed, with Ray held without bail for another hearing.
City Commissioner Charles Guntharp qualified for the Decatur mayoral race at 8:30 a.m. He will face incumbent Roy Odom while Bobby Jett joined the council candidacy, marking the seventh council seat in the mayor council election on August 13. Guntharp, 43, previously won a commission seat last summer.
Ames H. Jim McGaughey of Decatur pleaded guilty in Morgan County Circuit Court to embezzling 113 66 dollars from Mutual Savings Life Insurance Co. He requested probation and sentencing was postponed pending a probation officer's report. Judge Newton B. Powell will set a probation hearing date after the report.
Edward M. Kennedy, 36, amid the Kennedy saga steps into leadership after tragedy. Archibishop Hannan hints at withdrawal from politics, while Teddy’s resolve and mission endure as the nation watches the family’s next move and funeral tributes.
Fragmentary OCR shows an advertisement for a moving service with a price estimate. The readable text lists “Sharp Movers” and a partial phone or reference number 35342828, suggesting a standard moving quote or contact line.
The Supreme Court unanimously upheld the FCCs authority to regulate community antenna television systems. The ruling, with an 8 to 1 vote, coincides with a separate high court affirmation of police frisking for weapons. Former Gov. George Wallace started another presidential campaign asserting national leadership has failed.
Davidson Heating Service advertises used window air conditioners at reasonable prices. Contact 353-4623 for details.
King Hussein of Jordan said investigations found no evidence of a conspiracy linking Sirhan Sirhan to Kennedy or ongoing ties with Jordan. He noted arms deliveries to Jordan will resume, raising armament to near pre war levels. He called Kennedy a friend and admired him.
A public query asks readers whether they would back a Democratic presidential nominee with Edward Kennedy as vice president. Voter call before 9:00 A.M. tomorrow.
Stocks end irregularly higher in active trade. In Chicago, wheat and corn fall on liquidation while oats and soybeans slide on light demand. Hogs rise strongly up to 25 cents, with 4,500 receipts. slaughter steers hold steady to five cents lower on 10,500 receipts at 28.25.
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