Industry Prefers Easier Civilian Jobs Rickover Charges
Vice Adm. Hyman G. Rickover testified in a closed House session that some corporations avoid military contracts to pursue civilian work, delaying critical defense projects. He cited four GE bids in March 1967 for submarine propulsion gear, claiming engineers were diverted to commercial tasks. the Navy said no directive was issued to compel production. He concluded GE had sufficient personnel and the submarine program was delayed over five months.
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Hyman G._ Rickover
Jess
Rickover
Tee
Navy
Naval Ship Systems Command
Division of
Naval Reactors
Atomic Energy Commission
General Electric
Business and Defense Services Administration
Department of Commerce
Defense Production Act
Ricklover
EDSA
Only Three in Every Hundred Wells Prove Profitable
A historical note states that only about three of every 100 wells drilled for oil and natural gas yield a profitable petroleum amount, reflecting the high risk of exploration.
Beatitudes Found in Sermon on the Mount
In the biblical text the Beatitudes appear within the Sermon on the Mount, delivering early moral and spiritual blessings. The passage presents teachings attributed to Jesus on humility mercy and righteousness.
Scientists Use 36 Million Animals as Guinea Pigs in 1966
American researchers used about 36 million animals as test subjects in 1966. The figure highlights the scale of laboratory experimentation during the era and reflects ongoing ethical debates about animal testing.
Wounded Convict Back In Custody
Billy Bracey a 23 year old convict from Charlotte was wounded in the Central Prison riot and recaptured after overpowering a guard at Wake Memorial Hospital. He fled in pajamas and a bandaged head, was spotted by prison officers three blocks from the hospital and returned to Central Prison Hospital. Bracey had a skull fracture from the riot and faced a 12 year sentence for breaking and entering.
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Central Prison
Wake Memorial Hospital
B. Bailey
Billy Bracey
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Bracey
Bailey
Central Prison Hospital
R.R. Decker
Cali
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Mecklenburg County
LBJ May Take University Position
President Johnson hinted at moving to academia after leaving the White House. He recalled writing an article for a University of Texas publication and said he hoped to teach there before long, speaking to Democratic congressional aides.
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Burlington Industries
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