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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1966
Page
3
Spaceflight notes a troubled approach to an Atlas linked target in orbit. Gemini 9 faced a two day delay due to faulty parts while attempting to dock with the ATDA and other satellites. Early signals indicated recovery, but observers cautioned about the shroud and docking alignment.
Reported from Congo where a military court sentenced four politicians to death. Relatives and supporters protested as soldiers restrained crowds. Officials noted government pardons were discussed but not granted. Witnesses described a tense scene with condemnations and a nearby hangman’s actions.
Western Union Telegraph Co and the AFL CIO Commercial Telegraphers Union extend their contract to midnight June to cover wage increases and benefits retroactive to May 31. The walkout pause halted company operations from noon to 4 PM Wednesday while workers seek 7 and 6 percent raises over two years. Courts and government actions loom as political turmoil surrounds Kasavubu and Mobutu in the coup aftermath.
Three Oregon jailbreakers were captured on the outskirts of Missoula Montana after halting a three‑state flight tied to two abductions and a robbery. FBI questioned the trio, identified as Thomas Cantrell Vernon Wilcutt and Ronald Parks. An Idaho service station attendant who escaped notified authorities. A Belgian embassy official was briefly implicated in related events but released.
A Burlington Route bridge spanning the Mississippi River between Burlington Iowa and Gulfport was damaged by a blaze started by two boxcars. About 300 feet of the steel swung span was burned, river traffic unaffected. The 135 car freight from Galesburg heads toward Ottumwa.
Kenneth Chand, 18, rode his motorcycle off a 1000-foot bluff near Bakersfield after leaving home at 6 15 pm. Fire and debris blocked the road as the body was found at the cliff base by responders. Witnesses described intense heat and fear, with police detouring traffic through nearby routes.
Harrisburg reports Gov. William Scranton announced he will not seek the Republican nomination for president in 1964 or any other public office. He said there are rumors he might run for Congress in 1966, but he is not planning to run this year.
A chaotic transcript shows a meeting called by Farrig G. Bryant with hints of a 1968 Senate run and possible future gubernatorial ambitions. The dialogue reveals speculation about Barry Goldwater and 1963 Mississippi riots, with remarks from Meredith and reactions from Governor's wife Mary amid tense political chatter.
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