First trans Atlantic balloon flight ends in Paris
Newman, Ben Abruzzo and Maxie Anderson, three New Mexico businessmen, achieve the first trans Atlantic balloon crossing from Maine to France in 196 hours. They faced ice, storms, equipment failures and cramped quarters in a six by eight foot gondola, but landed in a riotous Paris welcome after 3200 miles.
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Mine shaft collapse rattles O'Fallon homes near U S 50
Abandoned mine shaft collapse causes shifting earth and damaged homes in a subdivision near downtown O'Fallon. Gas line rupture and cracked foundations reported as state closes U S 50 traffic detours 400 feet apart. Residents monitor further movement amid safety concerns.
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Pinto corrections failed government test prompts recall expansion
Ford safety fixes for the Pinto and Mercury Bobcat failed government crash tests after a recall of 1.5 million Pintos and 30,000 Bobcats was ordered. NHTSA confirmed failure and pressed Ford to more fully fix the fuel system to prevent rear impact fires. Ford aims to begin free modifications in September with potential cost impact uncertain.
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