Why Sputniks Stay Up Versus Our Falling Rockets
New York explains how Sputniks achieve orbit while US rockets fall back. It details gravity braking, high speed, and final stage firings that propel a craft into a curved path around Earth, creating a near circular orbit despite atmospheric drag.
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Two asleep at the switch on missiles says von Braun
James Marlow reports that both Truman and Eisenhower administrations failed to build a strong missile program while von Braun accuses the United States of delayed action. He pins start of serious push to 1955 after World War II and cites Soviet gains in missiles satellites and science.
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Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary Celebrated in Myersville
The parish hall of Brethren hosted Mr. and Mrs. Roy W. Grossnickle of Myersville for their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Guests enjoyed yellow and white decorations, a Bible-shaped cake, and music by Mrs. Emil Shober and Mrs. Ralph Putman. The couple, parents of eleven children and twenty grandchildren, received attendees with flowers and candles as Rev. Robert Strichler led the ceremony.
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Eisenhower to name science program chief in move toward U.S. tech strength
A forthcoming speech in Oklahoma City is expected to outline a program to boost American scientists and engineers with government help, aiming to match or surpass Soviet advances. The plan follows calls to organize a national defense science effort under Killian's leadership, though real power and authority remain unclear. The article contrasts U.S. delays in scientific training with the Russians’ long investment and notes that the nation must act rather than merely discuss.
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Editorial Strike Turmoil Shuts Atlanta Monday Edition
The Atlanta Constitution suspended publication of all Monday editions as pressmen refused to cross picket lines set by the union. One person was killed and three injured in a crash tied to the strike scene, while a separate incident reported in Washington noted a fatality during tense labor disturbances.
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