Jan 18 1969
From The Space Library
Nike-Cajun sounding rocket was launched by NASA from Point Barrow, Alaska, carrying GSFC payload to obtain data on wind, temperature, pressure, and density during period of atmospheric warming by detonating grenades and recording sound arrivals on ground. All grenades were ejected and exploded as programmed. Launch was first in series of four to be launched from Point Barrow. (NASA Rpt SRL)
Arcas sounding rocket was launched by NASA from Andoya, Norway, carrying Swedish payload to study ionosphere. Rocket and instruments functioned satisfactorily. (NASA Proj Off)
Washington Daily News editorial commented on Condon Report on UFOs: "Dedicated disciples of the little green men from Mars school no doubt will find the Condon report represents another diabolical plot to suppress truth. But most Americans will find the report something less than a surprise. Apart from wasting time, continuing Study would waste taxpayer money. " (W News, 1/18/69)
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