Russians Show Space Prowess in Twin Orbital Missions
In London and Moscow reports say the Soviet Union launched two manned spacecraft into close orbits, signaling a potential edge in space research and the race to land a man on the moon. Tass reported Maj. Andrian Nikolayev and Lt. Col. Pavel Popovich completed multiple orbits as observers tracked their movements and anticipated descent.
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British Interplanetary Society
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Andrian Nikolayev
Pavel Popovich
NBC
Telstar
Kennedy Salutes Red Astronauts
President Kennedy congratulates the Soviet Union on its space achievement while American officials take a wait and see approach. The report details telecasts of the cosmonauts and reactions from NASA and other observers as the space race unfolds.
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Washington
Kennedy
Soviet Union
Middletown Five Day Forecast With Mild Temperatures
Pleasant weather dominates the Middletown forecast for five days. Daytime highs hover around 82 with nightly lows near 60, cooler on Tuesday and Wednesday and slight warmth on Thursday. Rainfall totals about a quarter inch with scattered showers Friday. Tonight cooler at 58. Tuesday remains fair and mild with a high near 85. Sunday's official high reached 8 at 2 pm and overnight low 66 at 4 am today.
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Japanese youth sails alone to San Francisco seeks two year stay
Kenichi Horie a 23 year old from Osaka arrived in San Francisco Bay after a three month voyage in a 19 foot sailboat. He seeks a two year stay to learn English though he lacks visa immunization records finances or sponsor. Officials weigh his request as he stays under consular protection while the Coast Guard and immigration work out his status.
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Cosmonauts Adopt Animal Code Names for Radio Contacts
Moscow reported cosmonauts Andrian Nikolayev and Pavel Popovich use bird nicknames Falcon and Golden Eagle for radio contacts with each other and with Earth. The code names reflect their roles and identities aboard the space program.
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Pavel Popovich
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Germans Clash On the Wall Anniversary in West Berlin
On the wall first anniversary massed West Berliners clashed with East German police. Tear gas, water cannon, and stones flew as West Berliners protested the border and mourned 37 deaths. Mayor Brandt and Chancellor Adenauer called for remembrance and unity.
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Satellite Bill Faces Senate Debate Ahead of Vote
In Washington AP reports that foreign policy aspects of the administration's communications satellite bill receive renewed Senate consideration before Tuesday's vote to end a filibuster. Sen Gore proposes State Department led negotiations with foreign governments for use of the system, a move opposed by some Democrats who fear corporate negotiations. Kennedy and administration spokesmen say current provisions protect national interests.
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Kennedy
South Vietnamese kill 21 Viet Cong in Ba Xuyen clash
South Viet Nam reports a heavy clash last Thursday in Ba Xuyen Province ending with 21 Viet Cong killed. The tally highlights ongoing combat as part of the Saigon military operations against Communist forces.
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Viet Nam
South
Ba’ Xuyen
Kennedy economy speech to be aired at 6 PM on four networks
President Kennedy's remarks on the economy will be broadcast live at 6 p m EST across ABC NBC CBS and Mutual radio networks. The nationwide address aims to outline economic policy and prospects for the nation.
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Kennedy
ABC
NBC
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Mutual
Kennedy to Preview 1963 Tax Cut Plan on TV Address
President Kennedy is expected to preview tax cut plans and call attention to stalled requests for stand-by authority to cut taxes and fund public works if a recession looms. Observers note Congress may resist deficit expanding cuts in an election year, while AFL-CIO and U.S. Chamber urge rapid reductions.
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Kennedy
Congress
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Ike's Back With Golf In England
Gen Dwight D Eisenhower played golf at Wentworth with Sir James Gault and faced Adm H P Smith and Freeman Gosden. He mixed brilliant shots with a mistaken partner-ball on the 18th hole, walking between most holes at 71, driving 210 yards into the fairway.
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Today's Chuckle A Mistake Proves Silence Led Action
A light column notes a brief moment when a lapse in talk allowed someone to act, turning a mistake into decisive progress. The gag suggests quiet efficiency can spur results through unexpected restraint.
Soblen Lawyers Prepare Fresh Appeal In Britain
In London Dr Robert A Soblen and advisers plan a habeas corpus bid at Britain's high court to block deportation to the United States citing unlawful extradition. Soblen, a 61 year old psychiatrist, faces a life sentence if repatriated for wartime spying.
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