Neanderthal Knew Medicinal Plants
A Columbia anthropologist reports evidence that Shanidar Neanderthals 60,000 years ago used medicinal plants. In an Iraq cave a male burial rested on shrub branches with epheurine and seven flower species, six with medicinal properties.
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New York
Columbia University
Iraq
Ralph S. Solecki
Columbia
Arlette Leroi-Gourhan
Shanidar
Africa
Solecki
Baghdad
FTC Studies Care Labels By Michael J. Conlon
Washington based report shows FTC weighing revisions to clothing care labels after Sen. Magnuson argues many labels are overly cautious and harm consumers. He cites dry clean only and do not bleach labels as problematic while noting energy and washing machine use considerations. FTC official cautions dry cleaning defends some labels though other issues draw complaints. The agency studies whether Magnuson’s loophole claim is valid.
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Washington
UPI
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
Warren G. Magnuson
D-Wash
Magnuson
Will of murdered Vienna shopkeeper leaves funds to police
The late Lilly Haeuser 75 leaves unspecified money to the Vienna police with the band to play at her gravesite. Other beneficiaries are the Austrian state railways and Vienna's public transportation board. She was killed last August at her electrical appliance store and was fond of police officers who pursued the case.
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Vienna
Austria
Austrian State Railways
Public Transportation Board
Lilly Haeuser
Tall Problems For Tall Woman Tall Advice From Abby
Dear Abby advises a 24 year old 6 foot tall woman to turn height into an asset by boosting self image and posture. She should dress well, smile, greet people with dignity, and avoid coming on strong with men to attract partners.
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Abby
Abigail Van Buren personals ad excerpt taps readers
A fragment from a column invites readers to send personal replies to Abby Box No 49700 Los Angeles and requests a stamped self addressed envelope. It mentions a booklet What Tanagers Want to Know by Abigail Van Buren and provides Beverly Hills mailing details.
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Abby
Los Angeles
Calif
Abigail van Buren
Lasky Or
Beverly Hills
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