Apollo telescope laser experiment faced timing hurdle
Observed director Robert Lraft struggled with alignment as the observatory’s laser attempted a rapid burst sequence. Between 9:00 and 10:05 p.m., 19 billionths second laser firings occurred with no measurable result, part of an effort to measure light travel time from the telescope to the moon and back.
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Apollo I
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Robert Lraft
Alnia
Montgomery County Seeks Parkland Purchase At Public Hearings
The county government urged a quick decision on parkland purchase at the third public hearing of the Planning Commission. Discussions covered a proposed 2000acre area near Germantown and Rockville with a total land requisition around 10 million dollars. DANAC Vigna Corp bought 200 acres on Shads Grove Road for 1 million, tying into plans for a 2 million medical complex near Route 355. Voter registration opens July 6 at county shopping centers with evening registration Thursdays, year round. Troy Le Chapman named Executive Director of the Montgomery County Housing Authority, bringing urban development experience. Summer Playground showcase at Montgomery Mall from July 31 to August 2 highlights county activities across 28 playgrounds.
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DANAC
Vigna Corp
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Monomers
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Gaithersburg Square
Danac Technological Park
Woden
Monomers County
Oiver
Board of Supervisors of Elections
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White Oak
Hecht Company
Silver Spring
Colesville Road
Hoekile
Tefferson St
Troy le Chapman
Bethesda
Peace Corps
India
Montgomery County Housing Authority
Chapman
Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority
U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development
Alexander Cheeng
Housing Authority
Montgomery Malll
Montgomery Sets Time For Ideas And Hearings
The Montgomery County Legislative Delegation announced draft submission deadlines for the 1970 General Assembly session. Government agencies must submit by September 17 and civic groups by October 15. Public hearings are slated for November 10, 17, 24 and December 1 at the County Office Building with an additional December date if needed. A spokesman said the schedule will be strictly followed to finish work before the session. Twenty five copies of each draft with a brief explanation must be filed at the Delegation Office.
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Montgomery County
Rochevelle
the Times
General Assembly
South African farm output up 92 percent in two decades
A historical note reports that South African farmers increased agricultural output by 92 percent over the last 20 years, establishing the sector as the country’s second largest single earner of foreign currency.
Invasion of North Africa Under Operation Torch
World War II era forces led a joint Anglo American invasion of North Africa under Operation Torch. Allied units landed in Morocco and Algeria aiming to secure ports, airfields, and supply routes to disrupt Axis control in the region. The operation included landings at Casablanca Oran and Algiers with airborne drops preceding ground assaults.
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North Africa
Moon Fever Sparks Print Run Crushing Local Papers
Residents scrambled for copies as moon fever headlines swept the nation and Monday morning, selling out the New York Times and Baltimore Sun at Frederick distributors. News agencies reported rapid sellouts within minutes, with Cronkite’s CBS broadcast blamed for soaring demand and collectors snapping up papers as souvenirs.
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New Borh Times
Howeveer
Times
Erich News Apenes
Blue Ridge News Agency
Hield
Ncwss
Blue Ridge
East Patrick Street
Baltimore Sun
New York News
The
Glen Orrison
Frederick News Arenues
Frederick
Harold's
North Market Street
New York
Frederick Post
Walter Cronkite
CBS
Meely Arrives at Loring AFB Maine for SAC duty
Airman First Class Ronald L. Meely son of Mrs Nellie I Meely of Frederick Maryland has arrived for duty at Loring AFB Maine. Meely a aircraft pneudraulic repairman is assigned to a unit of the Strategic Air Command. He previously served at Cam Rinh Bay AB Vietnam and is a 1967 graduate of Frederick High School.
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Ronald L. Meely
Nellie I. Meely
W. Patrick St. Frederick
Loring Afb
Squirrels and Rodents Gather Ripening Seeds In Trees
Small mammals collect ripe seeds from trees as they cling to branches. Squirrels and mice are observed storing the seeds for later consumption. The behavior highlights how forest animals cache food to endure scarce periods.
Capitalists Make Money From Marx Highgate Tomb Profits
In London, photographers and film crews photograph Karl Marx's grave at Highgate Cemetery, prompting the cemetery to charge fees. Location Ltd manages bookings for the tomb and splits profits with the graveyard. Rates are 25.20 dollars per hour for movies and 12.60 dollars per hour for stills. A pop group called the Groundhogs recently posed for a record cover.
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London
Karl Marx
Tom
Move Ie
Marx
Highgate
M Ark
Location Ltd
The
Groundhogs
Vacation Plans Call Maryland Rates Now
Plan your vacation with Maryland calling for 40 cents or less after 8 am Monday to Saturday and all day Sunday. Call ahead to ensure smoother travel and more enjoyable trips wherever you go in the state.
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Linda Watkins
Baltimore
Maryland
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