Atkinson forged P40 speed and jet era advances
Aviation pioneer Atkinson reshaped the P40 fighter with a supercharger approach that raised engine power and speed, aiding Allied air superiority in Burma before and during World War II. He later contributed to jet engine development, increasing thrust across successive designs and pioneering vibration analysis linked to impeller blades.
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Allison
Curtiss Aircraft Co
Purdue
Curtiss
General Motors
Indianapolis
Aiken
Don
Evolution and Creation Face Equal Treatment in Standards
The discussion urges balancing evolution and creation theory in science standards. Priest supports including evolution as a widely accepted theory based on current research. Inez Tenenbaum cites an extensive review with input from state and national experts amid long-standing curriculum critiques from teachers.
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Priest
Inez Tenenbaum
Columbine Massacre Report Delayed
Officials probing the Columbine High School massacre say the final report is nearly complete but will miss the tentative month-end deadline. Sheriff’s spokesman Steve Davis cited vast material and ongoing review of hundreds of interviews and evidence. The finish date remains undetermined.
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Littleton
Colo
Columbine High School
Steve Davis
Davis
Arkansas judge orders Cushman to mental eval in sex case
Cushman was ordered to undergo a mental evaluation at a state hospital after appearing confused at two court appearances last month. A hearing set for Jan 24 will decide if further evaluation is needed. Benton County prosecutors cite two possible motives linked to the estranged husband’s alleged drug dealing or to block testimony at a sex abuse hearing.
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John Harte
Arkansas
Cushman
Benton County
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Cemetery vandals prompt calls for tougher laws and safer grounds
Ms. Phelps criticized lenient treatment of vandals based on age, warning that laws weaken the judicial system. She noted ongoing damage from drivers leaving the designated areas, destroying grass, and urged adherence to driving rules. Security has been increased with help from Burnettown and Aiken County Sheriff’s Office.
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Burnettown
Aiken County
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