Astronauts See Failures As Definite Possibilities
Air Force Majs James A. McDivitt and Edward H. White II, after completing four days of Gemini flight, acknowledge the element of risk in space ventures. Officials say the mission ended happily, but risk remains inherent in bold exploration beyond Earth.
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Houston
Tex
America
Air Force
James A. McDivitt
Edward H. White II
Space pilots discuss risks before mission
In an interview before their flight, Jim McDivitt and Edward White reflect on crew safety and the inevitability of a spacecraft crash. They cite a fighter pilot song, acknowledge possible loss, and emphasize acceptance and resilience if tragedy occurs.
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Brunswick Budget Awaiting Ratification After Council OK
Brunswick Finance Commission failed to ratify the proposed budget and $217,900 tax and spending plan for the coming year. Mayor James E. Cummings presented a $1.15 per $100 of assessed valuation tax rate, unchanged for 15 years, as council members approved monthly bills. Mustached Mayor Cummings stood out during Brunswick’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations while other officials kept shave-free appearances for fundraising stock sales.
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Brunswick Finance Commission
Finance Commission
James E. Cummings
Cummings
Brunswick
Navy Seeks 11,000 Manpower Boost Amid Vietnam Demands
The Navy proposes extending enlistments and active duty tours to add about 11,000 personnel, aiming to fill gaps in the Pacific fleets. Pentagon resistance is noted as Secretary Nitze faces stiff pushback for voluntary extensions.
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Washington
Viet Nam
Navy
Defense Department
Pentagon
Secretary of the Navy
Paul H. Nitze
Nitze
Secretary of Defense
U.S
Pacific
7Th Fleet
1St Fleet
Pacific Coast
Defense
Robert S. McNamara
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