Fidel Blasts Off. Havana. Bearded Cuban premier Fidel Castro shakes his fist as he addresses an audience of sugar workers early today. He blasted "Those who refuge in the temples to combat the revolution," bringing shouts of "To the wall - the the firing squads," from his Audiences. Castro's voice was raspingly hoarse and towards the end of his tirade was barely audible. He showed no other signs, however, of the ailment which has restricted his activities in recent weeks. 11th August, 1960. Picture by Radio. London Bureau.