Italicised sections indicate actions never reported to the news media. By the end of the 24th it was clear that no one had any real idea about what to do with the signal. Rumour had abounded in the press up to the moment the news was officially released. The Americans were quite confused.
Press picks up on the unusual level of radio telescope excitement.
Chinese ambassador to USA recalled to Beijing to report on what Americans are doing about the signal. 14.50 American president decides to tape a statement on the Lucy signal for use when the UN decides to go public with the news. No increase in crop circle activity in England. International media given the all-clear to cover the story. Russians make no comment on the Chinese allegations.