Astronauts Seek Comfort as Gemini 7 Docks in Orbit
Gemini 7, in its two week mission, prepares Lovell to shed his space suit for a period of time to test moisture behavior on windows. The crew pursues a laser earth signal and a possible rendezvous with Gemini 6 in December as both craft aim to maneuver in close formation.
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Big Red One in Crossfire Near Saigon
U.S. infantrymen of the 1st Division fought a fierce battle 40 miles northwest of Saigon as Communist forces pressed waves of attacks with air and naval support. Casualties were heavy, with U.S. losses serious and Communist dead estimated up to 200. Helicopters, artillery, and jets aided the defense amid brutal close-quarters fighting at the Michelin plantation area.
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Congress May Try Reform Interest Hikes Rapped By LBJ
Federal Reserve raised discount rate from 4 to 4.5 percent the highest since 1930 and boosted maximum time-deposit rates to 5.5 percent. The action drew Johnson administration criticism as stocks fell and bankers praised the move for stabilizing the economy. Michael McChesney Martin Jr. led the vote with four others amid debate over impact on homes and industry.
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New Legislation Hinted After Major Northeast Blackout
President Johnson was briefed on preliminary FPC findings from the Nov. 9 blackout affecting 30 million in the United States and Canada. The report cites possible prevention through relay adjustments and quicker action by Consolidated Edison, with calls for ongoing reforms to harden the power grid and avert future failures.
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Woman At Cold Football Game Prods Husband To Leave
A woman endured a freezing football game as snow and sleet fell and she questioned aloud why they should stay, prompting her husband to consider going home.
Fed Keeps U S Rate At Four Percent In November 1964
The Federal Reserve left the U S rate at four percent to align with higher abroad rates. The board warned its policy balance could shift next year when Vice Chairman Bladerston’s 14 year term ends, as calls for reform grow and Patman urges President to seek Martins resignation.
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Martin blamed for stock slump and 20s echo speech
During a June 1 Columbia University speech Patman urged Martin's resignation amid last summer controversy. Fowler attributed the market decline to investor fears over hints of tighter money and higher interest rates.
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De Gaulle Advances To Runoff In French Presidential Vote
With 84.9 percent turnout, Charles de Gaulle leads the first round with 43.96 percent, forcing a December 19 runoff against leftist Francois Mitterrand. Other candidates include Lecannet 15.78 percent, Tipier-Viganan 5.31 percent, Marcilhacq 1.73 percent, Barbu 1.16 percent.
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Gaulle faces bruised image after Sunday setback
Supporters say the general remains a fighter and will not abandon the combat. A second-round victory seemed possible if he runs, despite his bruised image and knowledge of the outcome sharpening pride.
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Weather outlook with chilly night and warming trend
The Weather Bureau reports a cold night with lows in the 20s and a high yesterday of 54. Today’s overnight low was 23 at 8 am. Tuesday promises sunshine and warmer conditions. The forecast calls for much warmer than normal temperatures, with high and low around 3 to 6 degrees above normal and 42 and 28 expected until colder weather returns later in the week.
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French presidential vote shifts with TV era debut
The record vote marks the first century step where French citizens directly chose a president and the first campaign aired to millions at home via television. Mitterrand, 49, drew Communist Socialist and radical backing, while Jean Lecannet, a 45 year old Catholic centrist senator, challenged De Gaulle by stressing European unity. His appeal to women voters aided his surge.
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Trial Lawyer Advises Women to Dress Modestly in Court
Boston AP reports trial lawyer Edward M. Dangel advises women witnesses to avoid flashy dress and behavior in court. He says modest attire and restrained demeanor help credibility, and suggests showing resentment rather than wit if innuendo arises.
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