Ranger 7 Makes Historic Moon Landing
Ranger 7 telecast the first close up moon pictures then crashed into the Sea of Clouds in a historic milestone for the U S lunar program. Cameras yielded up to 4000 photos before impact at 6 25 am Pacific PDT aiding study of terrain for future moon visitors. Officials praised the mission as a textbook operation despite past troubles.
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Pasadena
Calif
U.S
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Schurmeier
Ranger 7
William H. Pickering
Laboratory
Pickering
Residents Demand a Second Chesapeake Bay Span
Frederick residents urge a second bridge across the Chesapeake Bay as necessary while Maryland leaders clash over whether to proceed with or without legislative approval. A local survey shows few Frederick residents would use the span, but those who do insist the bridge is badly needed. Mrs. Catherine Hahn described lengthy delays and slow travel before crossing, contrasting with much quicker trips once on the bridge.
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Stati
Frederick
Chesapeake Bay
Maryland
J. Millard Tawes
Hubert Hahn
Pearl Street
First State Dems Hit Extremists in Platform
Delaware Democratic leaders propose a 1964 party platform plank disassociating from fringe groups on both left and right. W. B. Derrickson Jr. says the wording calls for disassociation but does not name specific groups. A further platform hearing is planned in Wilmington.
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Dover
Del
Delaware
Democratic Party
W. B. Derrickson Jr
Derrickson
Wilmington
Goldwaters Fear Life Attempt On Candidate At Retreat
Goldwater and his family stressed heightened security as Senator Barry Goldwater stayed at Caveman's Camp in Bohemian Grove California. Barry Jr and Mike Goldwater warned of a possible assassination attempt while praising loyal supporters and noting ongoing security precautions amid campaign activity.
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Goldwater
California
Caveman
Bohemian Grove
Albert C. Wedemeyer
Herbert Hoover Jr
Barry Jr
Mike
Frederick County Bell Ringer Campaign Tops Fund Drive
Frederick County closes its 1964 Bell Ringer Campaign for Mental Health with a final tally around $5,730, framed as a solid gain over last year. Campaign secretary Mrs. Gordon Todd notes the month long May drive and May 12 Bell Ringing Day boosted funds for the National Association for Mental Health. Local chairman Joseph F. Rhoderick led the spring effort, and Maryland figures indicate statewide totals near $200,000 with receipts $5,000 above 1963. A final list of Frederick bell ringers awaiting publication.
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Frederick County
Gordon Todd
Joseph F. Rhoderick
National Association For Mental Health
Maryland Association For Mental Health
Frederick
City Bicycle Inspection Campaign Opens With Record 2500
The city police announce a yearly bicycle inspection drive starting Monday with a projected 2500 bikes to be licensed and inspected by September. Chief Charles V. Main notes inspections improve safety and aid location of bikes. Unlicensed bikes will be impounded after September 1. Last year 75 to 100 bikes failed licensing for brakes, tires, frame, or missing fenders. Licenses and owner registration are issued if bikes pass. First week sites include Harmon Field Winchester street, Maryland avenue park, and Third street park with times and districts specified.
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Charles V. Main
Harmon Field
Winchester Street
South Market Street
East Patrick Street
Wisner Street
Maryland Avenue Park
Third Street Park
Two Years In Making Baltimore Dream Boat Will Walk Above Sea
Baltimore reports on the Victoria a 75 passenger hydrofoil under construction at Maryland Shipbuilding and Drydock Co. Bill Niederman Northwest Hydrofoil Lines president says the vessel marks a new era in maritime transport. The 65 foot hull will lift at 18 knots and cruise at 37 knots on three submerged hydrofoils. Delivery date set for Dec 4 with Hawaii inter island service planned as demonstration.
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Baltimore
Bill Niederman
Maryland Shipbuilding and Drydock Co
Northwest Hydrofoil Lines, Inc
Victoria
Neiderman
Hawaii
Maritime Administration
Niederman
Puget Sound
Seattle
Wash
British Columbia
Hawaiian
Neidermair
United States
Baltimore May Lose In House
A congressional redistricting plan would guarantee Baltimore City only two representatives instead of three. The special legislative committee met over two hours in executive session and took no final action while Sen. Frederick C. Malkus was absent.
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Baltimore
Baltimore City
Frederick C. Malkus
D-Dorcester
Malkus
Senate Judiciary Committee
Saturday Morning Democrats Plan Voter Registration Workshop
The event for Democrat district and precinct registration workers in the city and county will take place at Winchester Hall from 9 30 to 11 30 a m. About 25 to 30 attendees will join Democratic clubs to form a 1964 Water Registration Steering Committee chaired by Goodloe E Byron. Instruction covers voter registration methods, non registered voters, and canvassing by phone and door. A Board of Election Supervisors member will outline current Frederick County registration status. A film titled From Votes to Victory will be shown.
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Winchester Hall
Goodloe E. Byron
Board of Election Supervisors
Frederick County
Dem
Two Per Cent Discount Boosts City Tax Collections
City Treasurer Louis E. Eichelberger reports a two per cent discount in the first month of the 1964-65 fiscal year has helped raise about $466,685 toward the $859,237 total in four weeks. Personal property taxes, including furniture and equipment, are largely paid, with an estimated 55 to 60 per cent of total taxes collected by 4 p.m. today. The switch from calendar year to fiscal year complicates timing, but residents are urged to pay promptly to avoid penalties after April.
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Louis E. Eichelberger
Eichelberger
New Office Hours for Frederick News Post Outlined
The Frederick News-Post business office will change hours next week. Beginning Monday, hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekday closing moves from 6 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday hours shift to 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The prior schedule was 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.
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Frederick
Farmers Applaud Aid Bills in House Relief Package
Frederick County dairy farmers welcomed four bills named the Farm Relief Package proposed by Congressman Charles McC. Mathias. The measures seek indemnity for farmers losing markets due to government action, reflecting weeks of district meetings and farmer input.
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Sandra Hoff
Frederick County
House of Representatives
Charles McC. Mathias
Mathias
Sixth
Cost $90 To See Records In Maryland Petition Fight
Dr. Chester Wickwire, head of the Committee to Uphold the Public Accommodations Law, complains to Gov. Tawes about $90 charges by Somerset County for reviewing public records. He cites poor treatment and conditions on the Eastern Shore as the panel seeks to invalidate enough voter signatures to block the referendum. The extension of the law countywide is suspended amid petition activity.
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Baltimore
Chester Wickwire
Somerset County Supervisors of Elections
Wickwire
Tawes
Tapping Brings Hope For Miners
CHAMPAGNOLE France AP tapping echoed from the Mt Rivel limestone mine four days after a cave in entombed 14 workers. Nine escapees were supplied with food and appeared safe. Tapping indicated a possible 10th or 11th miner may have survived, with a drill placed above the site.
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Champagnole
France
Mt. Rivel
Jmine
Miss Nigeria Edna Park Misses Miss Universe Finals
Miss Nigeria Edna Park, age 20, failed to make the semifinal lineup for Miss Universe. She collapsed backstage in tears after the announcemen t, crying for nearly 30 minutes as officials carried her to a dressing room.
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AP Wireshore
Edna Park
Miss Park
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