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October 04, 1962

THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 4, 1962

* Mercury-Atlas 8 space mission
* Walter M. Schirra, Jr.


The front page has a four column headline: "SCHIRRA ORBITS EARTH SIX TIMES, LANDING NEAR CARRIER IN PACIFIC AFTER ALMOST FLAWLESS FLIGHT" with subheads and two related photos. Much more inside, loads of text. 1st report coverage on the Mercury-Atlas 8 manned space mission by astronaut Walter M. Schirra, Jr.
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day. Complete in 68 pages, never bound, light toning along central fold, nice condition.

Category: The 20th Century