High speed rail push backed by new U S act
President Johnson signs a bill to speed faster rail transport with a $90 million boost over three years. The plan targets 125 mph trains between New York and Washington and Boston with trials on the New Haven route, while future "supertrain" concepts could reach 300 mph. The effort aims to cut travel times and spur mass transit growth along the Northeast Corridor.
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Model of experimental super speed train proposed
President Johnson announced tests for an ultra high speed rail project to run between major cities within a year. He said experimental rail passenger cars should arrive by fall 1966 as the Pennsylvania Railroad prepares service from New York to Washington and New York to Boston at speeds up to 125 mph.
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Red Expels ABC Moscow Bureau Chief Over False Reports
The Soviet government ordered Sam Jaffee of ABC News out of Moscow for alleged false reporting linked to John Scali's Kremlin shakeup story. Jaffee said officials cited scandalous reports but did not name Scali. Scali expressed surprise in New York at the expulsion.
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National smoking health clearing house formed
Washington announces creation of a national clearing house on smoking and health based on Surgeon General Luther Terry's briefing. Dr Daniel Horn is named to lead the unit as experts gather and distribute research and materials to aid public health.
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GI Mail Bill Passes Hurdle in House Committee
The House Post Office Committee approved a bill offering free first class letter mail to armed forces in Viet Nam and cheaper parcel service up to five pounds. It would extend benefits to other combat areas, with senders paying only the rate to San Francisco. Rep. James H. Morrison urged quick passage.
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CAB Cancels Plans To Lower Diving Bell
The Civil Aeronautics Board called off lowering a diving bell into Lake Michigan to search for the United Air Lines jet wreckage officials cited rain wind and rough seas delaying the operation. An additional attempt is planned for Friday.
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