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Enthusiastic crowds mobbed the astronauts' open car as they were driving out of the Katunayake Airport. Picture shows Alan Bean with his hands up, looking rather worried.
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During the motorcade, Captain Conrad puffs a cigarette while waving to the crowds as captains Gordon and Bean also waved to the greeting crowds. Alan Bean dropped his hat soon after this picture was taken. It was picked up by a little school girl ...
Mahinda Fernando
Director of the 1964 Industrial Exhibition Selling the First Ticket to the Minister
Mr. J. Serasinghe, Director of the 1964 Industrial Exhibition sweep, selling the first ticket to the Minister of Industries, Home and Cultural Affairs, Mr. Maithripala Senanayake, yesterday.
Daily Mirror
Dr. H. W. Thambiah Speaking at the Meeting
Mr. Justice Tambiah speaking at the meeting. Also in the picture (centre) Senator Thomas Amarasuriya. President of the Senate and R. T. Muttiah, President of the Forum.
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G. Liyanage — Winner of the 251 cc to 350 cc Motorcycles
Winner of the 251 cc to 350 cc Motorcycles G. Liyanage astride his Norton Manx.
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Right: Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin was without a doubt our most popular visitor. But the man who made a brave fight alone into the space, frankly had his qualms about an elephant ride and gracefully declined! Hence that extra-special smile and tip for ...
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J. R. Jayawardene Addresses the Apollo Trio
The astronauts and their wives listen intently as the Minister of State Mr. J. R. Jayawardene makes his welcoming address at the Airport. Picture shows Alan Gordon (at extreme left), Richard Gordon, Mrs. Conrad and Charles Conrad (directly in fron...
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