A-bomb test witness recalls nightmares after Nevada blast
A River Edge man who witnessed the Camp Desert Rock nuclear test 26 years ago still suffers nightmares. His condition requires him to wake the serviceman, described by an attorney as one who bears the stress of the blast. The witness recalls fear and ongoing waking hours shaped by that day in Nevada.
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Desert Rock atomic tests remembered by Chester veteran
A Chester resident recalls serving at Camp Desert Rock during the Nevada A bomb tests. He witnessed 14 blasts in under two years and described shock waves, mushroom clouds, and melted equipment. Sheep near the drop zones suffered severe radiation effects, with fur burned away.
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Champ on way to Washington
Daniel Pak an eighth grader from Ridley North Junior School leads a field of 110 wordsmiths from across the country in the county tournament marathon. Contestants will return Thursday to match wits and words until the 1979 champion is crowned. Pak’s dedication and a 6000 word spelling supplement from Mrs. Gosnay are noted as aids in his bid. DELCO, Page 2.
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Rainy stretch tests Delco record in May drizzle
Daily Times staff writer notes soggy Delco as rainfall nears the 1894 May records with days of wet weather. PennDOT officials report no widespread flooding, but low areas flood risk and drainage into rivers slow traffic. Delaware County lines mostly normal aside from overnight downpours.
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