29 Jan 1964
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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1964
Page
1
The 16 story Saturn-1 roared off the concrete pad at 11 35 a m EST in a spectacular launch. After 10 minutes 37 seconds the 8 foot second stage accelerated to 19 653 mph and released a 37 700 pound satellite, the heaviest for a U S satellite to date, surpassing Soviet payloads.
Tass reported a Soviet fighter forced down a U S Air Force T39 trainer near Vogelsberg in East Germany. Three servicemen were found dead after the intruder plane allegedly did not respond to signals or warning fire. The incident prompted diplomatic notes and immediate contacts between Soviet and U S missions.
In Laos heavy fighting erupts among Pathet Lao Viet Minh forces opposing neutralist and rightwing units. Neutralist reports say six Pathet Lao battalions and one Viet Minh battalion attacked south of the Nam Them River, forcing a retreat toward Nakao in Khammouane Province.
Northeastern and Ohio weather shows rising temperatures as Saturn I blasts away. The 582 ton rocket emitted a thunderous column of smoke and flame, generating 172 million pounds of thrust. Televised footage captured the stages separation and vast Florida clouds as scientists prepared for a Ranger moon probe mission.
White and Negro leaders meet in Atlanta to calm a racial dispute marked by picketing mass arrests and scattered violence. About 200 people have been jailed since Saturday as demonstrations continue with leaders blaming a lack of cooperation from both sides and urging objective talks.
Cape May New Jersey officials discuss corporal punishment for delinquent children. A county meeting suggested stocks and whipping posts as a remedy while debating a home for dependents. KEY figures include Shuck and local municipal leaders.
The Cleveland school crisis continued as parents picket Brett and Memorial elementary schools protesting partial integration. Officials say schools will operate to educate students while safety crews monitor entrances and officials consider a special meeting with involved parents.
The Labor Department reported December CPI rose two tenths of a percent, lifting overall living costs to a fresh high. Food and housing driven the advance as the index reached 7 percent above the 1957 average.
Regional planning commission addressed growth and future economy as leaders at Oberlin College debated tactics. Coverage highlights Brown Star Eric Green named to Lorain County juvenile probation staff and notes regional concerns in local governance.
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