DC-10 growth plans push Long Beach facilities expansion
General Electric and Pratt & Whitney Aircraft slated for DC-10 domestic and intercontinental versions. McGowen cites over half the total manufacturing at Long Beach with final assembly here, projecting a $10 billion market in the next decade. New Long Beach buildings, including a massive engineering block and final assembly plant, will support DC-10s and growth variants.
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Queen Reluctant Defying Workmen Version Delights Diner Officials
Museums and Diners Club officials dispute changes to the Queen Mary prior to her new role. They warn many new attractions differ from the ship that sailed the North Atlantic. The crew of 810 730 wartime personnel may struggle to find their old bunks as modifications continue. The team preparing the Queen aims to keep her charm and dignity for a special third career and lasting fame.
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Nixon Wins Narrowly in 1968 Presidential Election
The 1968 race ended with Nixon securing 302 electoral votes to Humphrey’s 191 after late counts in Illinois and California. Nixon had 31,770,237 votes to Humphrey’s 31,270,533. Wallace earned 13.53 percent and 45 electoral votes. A record 73,186,819 ballots were cast, with about 40 percent staying home.
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