What happened on November 13, 1961?

Headlines from November 13, 1961

• 🚀 U.S. Orbit Delayed – The launch of a chimpanzee into orbit is postponed, pushing hopes for a manned flight until 1962.
• 🇺🇸 Kennedy Orders Air-Safety – President Kennedy initiates a new air-safety plan to improve traffic control and altitude monitoring for aircraft.
• 📈 Industrials Rise – The London stock index increases by 5.2 points, buoyed by a positive government economic outlook.
• 📚 Brookings Study College Aid – A study recommends expanding government support for private institutions focusing on teaching and research.
• 🌍 U.S. Welfare Reform Urged – Experts call for a unified plan to modernize state relief programs for children and the elderly.
• 💼 Central Soya Profits Up – Central Soya Company reports increased earnings for fiscal 1961, rising from $1.46 to $1.76 per share.
• 🇵🇹 Salazar's Regime Supported – A 70% voter turnout in Portugal supports Salazar's regime amid an uncontested election.
• 🤝 Common Market Challenges – Negotiations reveal that the European Common Market is fragmented, with varying national interests.
• 🏌️ Campbell Wins Texas Golf – Campbell secures victory in Texas golf with a decisive last-round score of 66.
• 🏈 Giants Beat Eagles – The New York Giants defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 38-21, tying for first place in the East.