Explorer II Balloon Sets Record Flight To Stratosphere
National Geographic reports the Explorer II balloon rose over 73 000 feet in Armistice Day flight. Captains Albert Stevens and Orvil Anderson led the Army Air Corps crew. the craft carried vast equipment, seven miles of mooring rope, and a magnesium gondola weighing 638 pounds.
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Oil supply origins and key world producers
The article surveys global oil sources and distribution noting the United States and the Soviet Union as major producers followed by Venezuela. It highlights how a disruption by these nations would impact world industry and transport, and cites other leading producers such as Romania Iran Netherlands Indies and Mexico.
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Tire Delays Spur Costly Shifts to Firestone Tires
A business owner combats slipping profits and delivery delays by switching to Firestone Gum-Dipped Tires. The ad touts patented Gum-Dipped construction and dual cord layers for reduced wear and blowouts, linking to a radio spot with voices and network credits.
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