Shepard In Fine Shape After Space Flight
Astronaut Alan B. Shepard, back from a 15 minute Redstone flight, is reported in excellent physical and mental condition. Doctors note a normal slight pulse rise and confirm weightlessness was non spectacular. He will undergo tests and meet President Kennedy in Washington after returning from hospital on Grand Bahama Island.
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Space feat hailed as notable but rivals spaceflight claims
London presses across the spectrum paused to praise America's space milestone while noting secrecy around Russia's orbit claim. Cmdr Alan Shepard's launch drew headlines and the phrase Boy! What a Ride! appeared in several papers, while the Communist Daily Worker offered a different framing.
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Rebel General Zeller Surrenders in Algiers After Mutiny
In Algiers AP reports General Andre Zeller fifty three year old veteran of the French army surrendered to the Algiers police after sending a letter announcing his willingness to give up. Zeller who had been hiding with relatives since the failed April mutiny led by Maurice Challe Raoul Salan and Edmond Jouhaud now faces trial and possible execution.
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Astronauts assured of future spaceflight chances
Washington reports NASA chief James Webb praised the six astronauts who did not fly as part of the first manned space mission. He said Donald K. Slayton and the others remain outstanding, highly qualified, and will participate in future spaceflight efforts as Spaceman Alan B. Shepard Jr. flies. Slayton, from Sparta, Wisconsin, was a capped Air Force captain in the seven-man group.
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Kennedy to Seek Accelerated Space Program
President Kennedy plans to ask Congress to fund an accelerated space program after Alan Shepard's historic flight. He lauded Shepard and six other astronauts at a White House ceremony while noting the United States remains behind the Soviet Union in space and promising increased efforts. The House Space Committee already added $126.6 million to Kennedy’s $1.23 billion budget, with Chairman Richard B. Russell leading the plan.
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Nixon Attacks Kennedy on Cuba and Domestic Issues
In Chicago Nixon breaks silence on Cuba accusing Kennedy of mismanaging the crisis while pivoting to domestic policy. He cites the 1960 Illinois vote margin, explains why he would not pursue a recount, and criticizes Kennedy’s early days in office noting the rapid-fire rhetoric and limited deeds.
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Laos Rebels Strike Padong in Cease Fire Violations
Communist-led Pathet Lao fighters attacked Padong and a government guerrilla post near Meo strongholds, defying a 72 hour cease-fire. Defense Minister Gen Phoumi Nosavan warned the rebel action undermines the truce as fighting continued in Xieng Khouang Province.
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One Death Raises State Toll to 253
A Dodge County crash killed 18 year old Norman M. Beck of Campbellsport. His 1961 model car failed to negotiate a curve on Highway 15 near Theresa, sideswiped a bridge and crashed into an embankment, the death raising Wisconsin highway toll for the year to 253, up from 227 a year ago.
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Red Movies Induce Sleep in Hong Kong Farmers
Farmers complain state produced films bore them, saying most movies fail to arouse interest among agricultural workers. One farmer admitted he fell asleep halfway through a film and could not understand it. The Arts of Motion Pictures department acknowledged limited farmer interest.
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Jernberg Flees Across Diamond During Baseball Game
Deputy Marshal James Lake testified that in a hot pursuit the 17-year-old motorist Raymond Jernberg sped across a baseball diamond in use during a game in progress in Casper Wyoming. The incident occurred Friday drawing attention to his speed on the field.
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Tornadoes Rip Oklahoma And Arkansas Kill At Least 14
Swift tornadoes battered eastern Oklahoma and Arkansas Friday night killing at least 14 and injuring 71. Howe, Oklahoma, a town of about 350, saw two churches destroyed and about 40 houses wrecked while Richier was hit earlier, with Dover Arkansas reporting one death and three injuries. Ambulances and cots were set up in Poteau and Heavener, as relief efforts mobilized and county welfare director Effie Burton supervised sheltering and clothing for the homeless.
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Battle on Asia Seen at Geneva Conference
Washington reports show officials debating Laos policy as Geneva prepares to open. US aims to keep Laos neutral and allow a coalition government while communist pressure seeks to shape the regional political settlement. Kennedy leans toward diplomacy with military emphasis on South Vietnam in the near term.
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Insane Ladysmith Farmer Declared Unfit For Trial
A 45 year old Ladysmith area farmer, Louis Wisniewski, was adjudged insane and unable to stand trial for first degree murder in the March 16 shooting of Peter Guns. He was committed to Central State Hospital in Waupun for an indeterminate period after psychiatrists found him insane. Guns was found shot in his milkhouse doorway. Wisniewski, who had hidden in a neighbor’s barn, said authorities he argued with Guns over a church collection.
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Tornado toll rises in France with three dead and 300 injured
A Thursday tornado in EVREUN France killed three people and injured over 300, leaving several thousand homeless. Officials called it the worst storm in decades as meteorological records were disrupted.
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Rusk Flies To Oslo to Attend NATO Meeting
Secretary of State Dean Rusk flies to Oslo to attend the NATO Foreign Ministers Council meeting. He will seek renewed U S support and urge allies to boost ground forces and overall strength. He plans to outline U S views on Cuba and Southeast Asia and discuss disarmament and Russia’s veto issue.
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Fire destroys Milwaukee apartment injures none. 21 rescued
A near north side Milwaukee apartment fire forced 21 people including 17 children to flee to safety, causing 17000 dollars in damage. Firemen rescued Mr and Mrs Lilien Larson and their five month old Barbara while several firefighters were slightly hurt by a collapsing chute. Cause undetermined. In Pittsburgh, U S Steel Foundation to give 2775000 for education aid this year.
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