Soviet SS9 tested with triple warhead nose cone
Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird warned that the Soviet Union is testing a triple warhead SS9 nose cone, boosting its potential to devastate Minuteman silos. He cited growing SS9 deployments, MIRV development, and the need for defenses like Safeguard while noting uncertainty over Soviet intentions.
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Nixon signs law to raise national debt ceiling
President Nixon signed into law a bill increasing the national debt limit by 12 billion to 377 billion. He urged Congress to raise the old ceiling from 365 billion so the government could pay its bills on time.
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Mooncraft Passes Moon Landing Test at Ellington AFB
Space officials report the moon landing training vehicle successfully conducted six minutes of flight at Ellington Air Force Base. Harold Ream piloted the wingless craft through three takeoffs and landings under varying weights, reaching under 50 feet altitude. 11 more flights are planned before use by moon crews.
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Russell says U.S. could win war in six months
Senator Richard Russell urged that the Vietnam War could end in six months with more military effort. He said the conflict is increasingly appalling and noted prior times a quicker victory might have been possible. He opposed extending the 10 percent surtax without spending reforms but supported space program cuts.
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