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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1959
Page
1
The 100 pound Vanguard III was launched from Cape Canaveral atop the final Vanguard rocket, marking the third success in 11 tries. It carries a 50 pound payload and a 50 pound third stage to study Earth's magnetic field solar X rays micrometeorite bombardment and temperatures inside and outside the craft.
Vanguard III, a cone shaped satellite with a 20 inch sphere and 26 inch tube, carries a magnetometer to map radiation pockets. NASA says it will reach 2300 miles maximum and 315 miles minimum from Earth, remain aloft 30 to 40 years, and operate radio gear for about three months.
Space officials say the Vanguard II third stage lightly contacted the satellite launched last Feb. 17. Dr. John Townsend of NASA notes the collision during separation improved the satellite orbit, which should remain aloft about a century. The satellite stayed attached to the third stage during launch and all three parts entered orbit together.
A 10 minute flight at 38000 feet conducted from a bomber. The test vehicle is expected to reach 100 miles high and achieve about 4000 mph later this year as it progresses toward hypersonic performance.
Dr. John Hagen, head of the Vanguard program, noted the plan for a single satellite during the IGY expanded to three successful craft. Vanguard III orbits at 18,000 mph, completing a 130 minute loop, the heaviest U.S. satellite aside from Explorer XI launched Aug. 7. NASA says the new moonlet will be hard to spot without aid.
Sir Anthony Eden aged 62 has a severe fever according to his secretary. The health setback comes amid ongoing duties in Pe ase.
An unknown arsonist set multiple fires in the north wing of the Continental Hotel, cutting the elevator cable and scattering burning newspapers in closets, trash cans, and a stalled elevator. About 500 guests evacuated as smoke rose. hotel staff and police searched the eight stories for the culprit.
Former Clermont County treasurer John P. Friend Jr. was found guilty by a jury of embezzling 50951.73 dollars. Judge Ford Bader withheld sentencing pending a defense motion for a new trial on Spei.
USC suspended the Kappa Sigma fraternity and put members on probation after 21 year old Richard Swanson choked during initiation hazing. He died trying to swallow a thick oil soaked liver chunk as others slapped his back and shook him.
State Sen Edwin J Regan who wrote an antihazing law urges charging any student in initiation with involuntary manslaughter calling the act not a prank and noting it comes close to murder as the new law takes effect Saturday.
Humorous remark notes that many people who knock are the ones who cannot ring the bell, delivering a playful observation about everyday social behavior.
In Red China Mao Tze tung moves the army under a police directorship, signaling a tougher domestic policy. observers in Tokyo doubt shifts affect external affairs and tie the reshuffle to opposition to the commune system and the leap forward program.
The military-led economic program under scrutiny sees Marshal Peng Teh-huai ousted as defense minister. Marshal Lin Piao replaces him, with Lo Jui-ching appointed army chief of staff and Huang Ko-cheng out.
A description portrays Lo as a high ranking general who acts as Mao Zedong’s political enforcer, performing harsh tasks and maintaining a close, influential relationship with the Chinese leader. The account frames his role as more political than military in nature.
In Mineola New York health officials say three youths contracted serum hepatitis from tattoos at Coney Island. One victim remains in serious condition. The disease is blood transmitted with about a 10 percent fatality rate.
Dr. I. Jackson Tartakow, county epidemiologist, said Thursday the investigation has ended and results plus the two suspected tattoo parlors’ names were sent to the New York City Health Department. City officials will locate the parlors, which were not named.
In serious condition is Joseph Grazioso, 19, of Greenvale New York. He had one tattoo on each arm in May and now has serum hepatitis. Also in hospital but not in serious condition is George Gonzales, 19, of Bethpage, New York, tattooed in mid June.
Khrushchev, after three hard days on the world stage, briefly lost his temper at a New York event and then regained composure. He hinted at a new disarmament proposal before the United Nations gathering, defending Soviet media access and accusing Western jamming of Soviet broadcasts while praising mutual understanding.
Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev arrives at Hyde Park to lay a wreath on Franklin D. Roosevelt's grave. Eleanor Roosevelt greets him outside the rose garden as rain falls during the 70 mile Hudson Valley drive from New York City.
An audience protests as the Premier, red faced, asserts authority and declares he comes as a representative of a great country and people after interruptions and calls to answer a question. He vows to leave if not heard and emphasizes the revolution behind his nation.
A high pressure system from Canada keeps the Miami Valley cool through Sunday. Friday brings partly cloudy skies with a high near 65 and a low around 40. Saturday and Sunday stay cloudy and cool with a chance of light showers, and Saturday's high around 70. Middletown reported a high of 62 yesterday and a low of 35 this morning.
A group of 27 industrialists financiers and educators met 90 minutes with Soviet Premier Khrushchev at W Averell Harriman's home to oppose a continuation of the cold war. Harriman a former New York governor and ambassador to the Soviet Union hosted the session.
Big business reps told Khrushchev profits would rise from consumer production more than defense spending. Khrushchev answered questions. Harriman noted American guests backed Eisenhower in talks with the Soviet Premier and pledged Democratic support for any world peace arrangements.
Reports from New York describe Nikita Khrushchev drawing both applause and hostility as he toured Park Avenue hotels. Pickets carried anti US messages while some crowds laughed at his remarks to Mayor Wagner, framing his visit with mixed public sentiment.
In the streets crowds react to Khrushchev with mixed curiosity and unease. Mounted police express caution as a siren signals a fire near frozen traffic. Pickets wave placards while barricades form, then disperse as the fire crew passes.
In a hotel ballroom Khrushchev faced a large skeptical crowd that rose in applause as he began his luncheon address. The audience spontaneously sang the Star Spangled Banner as he entered and the room remained attentive during his remarks.
As Nikita Khrushchev plans a visit to San Francisco, Police Chief Cahill says 500 officers, about a third of the force, will guard the Soviet premier. Demonstrations near the Russian leader will be removed from the scene and will simply disappear.
Cahill said the groups would demonstrate on Saturday but after that would give Mr Khrushchev the silent treatment. Earlier in San Francisco Soviet Deputy Premier Anastas Mikoyan faced egg throws from Hungarian sympathizers.
Nina Khrushchev drew a 500-strong crowd at the Majestic Theater as she watched The Music Man with her stepdaughters and aides. She laughed and applauded, declined photos, and endured fatigue during a whirlwind U S tour that also included My Fair Lady.
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