Promotion Due for One Astronaut
Washington reports that only one of the three Apollo astronauts returning from a voyage is likely to receive a military promotion. Air Force Maj William A Anders may be raised to lieutenant colonel while Air Force Col Frank Borman and Navy Capt James Lovell will remain at their current ranks. Officials note only one spot promotion is allowed per man and the cutoff is below general or admiral. Borman and Lovell may later reach star rank through standard selection.
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Moon Trip Waiting List Grows as Astronauts Return
The waiting list for tourist flights to the moon rose to 168 as three American astronauts completed the first moon orbit. Pan American World Airways said it records and acknowledges each reservation hoping to lead in lunar tourism and business travel.
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Cheeky Maneuver By Borman At Space Center
Apollo 8 commander Frank Borman appeared dapper as he was shaved for the flight home after the successful moon mission. James Lovell and William Anders wore beards grown in 147 hours in space, while Borman kept a clean shave by request of the astronaut.
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Apollo 8 Commander Quips on Moon Cheese
On splashdown day Frank Borman told a recovery crew member the moon is not made of green cheese. He quipped that it is made out of American cheese.
Italians hail Apollo 8 as fantastico worldwide
The world praised the Apollo 8 return with the word fantastico used by Italians from President Saragat to street crowds. Tass called the mission courageous and scientifically significant, and Pope Paul VI offered blessings for the space travelers and all who helped the venture.
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