Tunneling the Hudson: Holland Tunnel’s fascinating shield method
A historical look at underwater tunnel construction discusses Brunel and Holland Tunnel shields. It explains the shield and trench methods, the Holland Tunnel’s 30‑foot diameter shield, 6 000‑ton thrust, concrete lining, grout filling, ventilation by 84 fans, and ongoing improvements since opening in 1927. The piece covers engineers, safety, and the shift toward vehicular tunnels.
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Joseph Gies
Holland Tunnel
Marc Brunel
Thames
London
Clifford Holland
Hanson
Brunel
Ford Defense Request Inadequate Schlesinger Fired In Budget Fight
Former defense secretary James R. Schlesinger says Ford sought a fiscal 1977 budget about 10 billion dollars less, contends the new proposal would shrink defense purchasing power 5 to 6 percent after inflation. He cites budget disputes and warns military strength cannot rely on rhetoric. He avoids commenting on his firing motives or 1976 election stance while noting disagreement with Kissinger on Soviet arms talks. He criticizes SALT framework as less stable than desired but acknowledges negotiating challenges.
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Washington
James R. Schlesinger
Ford
Schlesinger
America
Vladivostok
Kissinger
Leonid I. Brezhnev
Reagan Entry Spurs Ford Loss Fear In 1976 Race
AP reports at the NRGA conference in Wichita that pollster Louis Harris says Ronald Reagan’s entry makes Ford appear scared and strengthens Reagan’s challenge. Mary Louise Smith cautions against divisiveness while Louie Nunn claims Ford backers pressured governors to sign a pro Ford letter, and Callaway defends Ford’s standing.
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Wichita
Kan
Louis Harris
Ford
Ronald Reagan
Harris
GOP
Mary Louise Smith
National Republican Governors Association
Louie Nunn
Kentucky
Reagan
Howard
Bo’ Callaway
Callaway
Carrier Large Collides With Cruiser in Mediterranean
In the Mediterranean 70 miles east of Sicily, the aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy and the cruiser Belknap collided during night flight operations. The Belknap suffered substantial damage and possibly caught fire. the Kennedy sustained damage with no casualty details yet released. Both ships are with the 6th Fleet, based in Norfolk, Virginia. Skippers are Capt. William Gateck of the Kennedy and Capt. Walter R. Shafer of the Belknap.
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Washington
John F. Kennedy
Mediterranean
Sicily
Pentagon
Kennedy
6Th Fleet
Belknap
Norfolk
William Gateck
Walter R. Shafer
Wallace Might Aid Big Apple
Alabama Governor George Wallace said he would not rule out federal aid to New York City if he were president to avert a default. He urged the city to improve finances and work ethic before outside help, and noted global impact if a default occurred. He spoke at a Wilmington event and reiterated plans to run in North Carolina’s upcoming primary.
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Wilmington
N.C
Alabama
George Wallace
New York City
Wallace
North Carolina
Jaycees
Europe
United States
New York Times
Sportsweek Debuts in The Enterprise Sunday Issue
The Enterprise adds Sportsweek a new Sunday sports magazine supplement. It features columns by George Plimpton Alex Karras Jane Chastain Bob Murphy Vic Dunaway and other well known writers. Readers are invited to respond to gauge interest in making it a regular feature.
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Sportsweek
The
Enterprise
George Plimpton
Alex Karras
Jane Chastain
Bob Murphy
Vic Dunaway
Police raid goes wrong as Charleston couple recount botched search
A Charleston couple told AP they awoke to masked narcotics officers kicking in their door after a false tip. The raid caused injuries and damage, spurring apologies from the Police Department and promises to cover repairs. Police chief acknowledged the mistake and said the warrant had errors.
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Charleston
S.C
John M. Reynolds
Police
Reynolds
John Conroy
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