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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Concerns About Booms in the Neighborhood
- Date:
- 1964-04-15
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- 04_21_1964
- Contributing Institution:
- The Dirksen Congressional Center, Pekin, IL
- Collection:
- Everett McKinley Dirksen Papers
- Title:
- Minutes of the Eightieth Meeting of the Joint Republican Congressional Leaders
- Date:
- April 21, 1964
- Creator:
- Trice, J. Mark, 1902-1987
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection, Armed Forces and National Security, International Affairs, Social Welfare, Economics and Public Finance
- Names:
- Halleck, Charles A. (Charles Abraham), 1900-1986, Arends, Leslie C. (Leslie Cornelius), 1895-1985, Byrnes, John W., 1913-1985, Brown, Clarence J., 1893-1965, Harlow, Bryce Nathaniel, 1916-1987, Morton, Thruston B. (Thruston Ballard), 1907-1982, Ford, Gerald R., 1913-2006, Dirksen, Everett McKinley, Humphreys, Robert, 1905-1965, Saltonstall, Leverett, 1892-1979
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Sonic Booms: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1964-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Inquiry Regarding Supersonic Aircraft Flight Path Change
- Date:
- 1964-05-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Supersonic Transport Development: Acknowledgement of Complaint from Mrs. McKinnis
- Date:
- 1964-05-07
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over Boom Complaints: A Memo to the United States Senate
- Date:
- 1964-05-11
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Oklahoma City Split Over Sonic Boom Experiment
- Date:
- 1964-05-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- The Booming Issue: Residents' Pleas for Help
- Date:
- 1964-05-18
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- U.S. District Judge Denies Injunction Request for Sonic Booms
- Date:
- 1964-05-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- The Controversy Surrounding Senator Monroney and the Boom Tests
- Date:
- 1964-05-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Environmental Protection
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
![["Mrs. Adelaide Lucki called to complain about loud booms in her neighborhood that are frightening her and bothering her dog. The noise also disturbs her brother, Mr. Fowler Charles, who is an invalid. The writer, Millie, notes that the booms at 11:00 and 11:30 on Sunday were especially loud."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns About Booms in the Neighborhood")
![["The meeting minutes outline the Republican leadership's discussions about inflation, Vietnam, nuclear testing bans, and Social Security."]](/thumb/04_21_1964.jpg "Minutes of the Eightieth Meeting of the Joint Republican Congressional Leaders")
![["Mrs. Bishop called Mrs. Carver to complain about the booms from the Federal Aviation Agency damaging her garage door. Mrs. Carver relayed the message to the Senator, who promised to address the complaints and pay for legitimate damage claims. The Senator is informing the FAA about Mrs. Bishop's concerns. Other residents are also expressing their frustrations about the booms."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Sonic Booms: A Call for Action")
![["The author is requesting an explanation from Mr. Gordon Bain regarding a recent change in flight paths by supersonic aircraft over Central Oklahoma. They are seeking clarification on what occurred, whether it was a violation of original ground rules, and what measures are being taken to prevent similar issues in the future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Inquiry Regarding Supersonic Aircraft Flight Path Change")
![["The Federal Aviation Agency received a complaint about a Steinway piano from Mrs. Fred L. McKinnis, forwarded by Senator Monroney. The letter was acknowledged and sent to the Sonic Boom Study Field Office for further action."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0028_thumbnail.jpg "Supersonic Transport Development: Acknowledgement of Complaint from Mrs. McKinnis")
![["The memo discusses complaints from individuals regarding damage to their homes caused by sonic booms. The individuals feel that the government is wasting money on testing the SST and destroying homes, while the President is promoting economic efficiency. They believe that if the Senator were made aware of the damage, he would take action to stop it."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over Boom Complaints: A Memo to the United States Senate")
![["Oklahoma City is divided over a test called Operation Bongo, which involves daily sonic booms for 15 weeks. Some residents are irked and seeking court aid to end the test, while others see it as a contribution to progress. The Federal Aviation Administration is conducting the experiment to study the effects of supersonic transport operations. The tests have caused unrest and threats against officials, with some residents feeling like guinea pigs. There is debate over the constitutionality and necessity of the tests, with concerns about damage and annoyance to the public."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Oklahoma City Split Over Sonic Boom Experiment")
![["Several residents of Oklahoma City are experiencing damage to their homes and disruption to their lives due to loud booms. They are seeking help from Senator Monroney to address the issue and stop the booms, which are causing physical and emotional distress. Some residents have already suffered property damage and are struggling to make repairs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Booming Issue: Residents' Pleas for Help")
![["The U.S. District Judge refused to grant an injunction to halt sonic booms caused by Federal Aviation Agency tests, stating that citizens have legal remedies for any damages. The ruling may be appealed. The judge emphasized the need for the tests and the defense purposes behind them. The attorney for the protesting group argued that subjecting a whole community to sonic booms is not justified. The judge acknowledged that some individuals may be affected by the booms. The attorney suggested suing under public nuisance statutes and the federal tort claims act for compensation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0017_thumbnail.jpg "U.S. District Judge Denies Injunction Request for Sonic Booms")
![["The document is a memorandum dated May 22, 1964, discussing a hearing in Judge Chandler's court where Senator Monroney's name was mentioned in relation to tests. Mrs. Noftsger and Mrs. Della Cook expressed disappointment in Senator Monroney, questioning the military significance of the tests and whether they were originally proposed for military purposes. Judge Chandler stated that the tests were of military value."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_3_0001_thumbnail.jpg "The Controversy Surrounding Senator Monroney and the Boom Tests")