Chinese rocket genius at Caltech could be lured to China
The article recalls Dan Kimball’s warning in 1950 that Chien Hsueh shen, then a top jet propulsion scientist at Caltech, might be enticed to return to Communist China to lead its rocket program. It notes Chien later headed China’s first satellite project, linking U.S. wartime science ties to Cold War anxieties and the broader exodus of scientists after 1949.
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Nixon Faces Asia Gamble In Indochina Crisis
President Nixon faces a pivotal choice on Cambodia and Indochina as the National Security Council weighs arms for Lon Nol. Past presidents Kennedy and Johnson set precedents in Vietnam. Officials warn stopgap arms risk survival of Lon Nol’s anti Communist government amid mounting Cambodian offensives.
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Action Line answers volunteers for campaigns in municipal posts
A reader asks if a city employee may volunteer in a governor race campaign. The answer notes that employees may campaign for any candidate, citing a Long Beach City Attorney spokesman. A prior California Supreme Court ruling had barred broad political activity by employees, but the decision deemed the prohibition invalid.
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Subscription Television plans push pay TV in Southland
Beverley Johnson, advertising director, says Subscription Television, Inc. will provide information on pay TV efforts in the Southland. The FCC recently allowed pay TV under its jurisdiction after a long battle with TV and theater interests. Plans include two way television and telephone television. nationwide pay TV is still in early stages with limited city rollout. For information write Milks Johnson at 1499 Huntington Drive, South Polando, 9-1897.
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Comet Bennett Visibility and Distance Question
Reader asks about Comet Bennett distance from Earth and current visibility. Griffith Park Observatory spokesman cites Sir Edmund Bennet and Australian discovery details, noting estimates around 20 to 60 million miles and unaided eye visibility. article continues on page Ac3.
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Patrol Boat Collision Kills Girl in Marina Del Rey Channel
A 10 year old girl, Valerie Anne Laffin of North Hollywood, died after a harbor patrol boat struck the family's private craft in the main channel at Marina del Rey. Her father, Alfred Laffin, 43, was injured. he was hospitalized in satisfactory condition before surgery for head lacerations. The patrol boat pilot, unnamed, was speeding to assist a sinking 38 foot cruiser and could not see the Laffin craft. Investigations by sheriffs and Coast Guard are ongoing. Continued coverage on page A-3.
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Explosions Hit Louisiana Capitol and Club in Baton Rouge
A bomb blasted the Louisiana State Capitol Senate chamber in Baton Rouge tearing windows and marble. Minutes earlier a blast at the nearby country club damaged an air conditioning wall but caused no injuries. Gov. McKaithen said the attack appeared planned.
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Haiti Mutineers Seek U S Asylum at Guantanamo
Three mutinous Haitian coast guard ships arrived at Guantanamo Bay seeking asylum in the United States. They refuel and are slated to depart for Roosevelt Roads Naval Station Puerto Rico mid afternoon Wednesday, per the department.
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Mediator Sees No Quick Solution to Teachers' Strike
Negotiations between Los Angeles teachers and the Board of Education resume with mediator Benjamin Aaron cautioning a rapid settlement is highly unlikely. He noted talks have been stalled since the walkout began.
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Gypsy Rose Lee Dies at Los Angeles Home
Gypsy Rose Lee famed performer and author known as Queen of Burlesque died Sunday in Los Angeles after a cancer battle. Her career spanned stage screen and books making her a long-time show business celebrity.
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Independent Chicago trial and judge praised
In Chicago an overwhelming majority expresses support for a fair trial, commending Judge Hoffman for his handling. The page mentions a page Ad and a routine page note on TwoWelk vinerapy claimed cure for sexual inadequacy, Finch’s easing of a cyclamate ban stirring political and scientific furor, and LSD cult dwindling as optimism wanes.
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