Mr Yuk replaces skull symbol to curb poison deaths
Chicago AP reports researchers warn skull and crossbones no longer scares children. Mr Yuk with a green scowling face is used in about 20 eastern cities and is being tested in Illinois to prevent accidental poisonings among children under five.
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Chicago
Mr. Yuk
National Poison Center Network
Children’s Hospital
Pittsburgh
Kenneth C. Schneider
St. Cloud State University
Minnesota
Schneider
University of Illinois’ Journal of Consumer Research
Yuk
Poison Center
Illinois
Federal
Consumer Product Safety Commission
Springfield
State Department of Health
Wise shopper guides for spring fashion trends
Elaine Monroe of Sears outlines spring trends and how to shop smart. Expect easy silhouettes, soft fabrics like crepe de chine and jersey, feminine details, Neutral colors, layering pieces, deepened armholes, and lightweight shawls for versatile outfits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elaine Monroe
Sears, Roebuck and Co
Monroe
Non-perishable milk eyed for nationwide rollout
Industry and researchers in North Carolina say long shelf life milk, flash pasteurized and vacuum packed, could hit shelves by March pending FDA review. The product would store at room temperature for months, with taste tests showing parity with fresh milk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
North Carolina
Arthur Hansen
North Carolina State University
Raleigh
Food and Drug Administration
Hansen
United States
Europe
Canada
Milk Industry Foundation
Marvin Speck
YWCA Opens Pool and Gym for Sunday Recreation
The YWCA will open its pool and gymnasium to the public Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. Locker rooms open at 1 45. Families with one adult can use both facilities for $2 while students and singles over 18 pay 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
YWCA
AMA Opposes Second Medical Opinion Viewed as Threat
Dr. James Sammons executive vice president of the Chicago based AMA argues against patients obtaining a second medical opinion. He says it undermines patient choice and implies the second opinion is wiser than the first. The remark was made to a Redbook interview for a February article on patient communication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
UPI
American Medical Association
James Sammons
AMA
Redbook Magazine
Showers Honor Mrs Becker and Mrs Prokop in Twin Local Events
Showers honored Mrs Pat Becker at her Marion home with twenty five guests and co hosts Debbie Gadient and Connie Gadient among others. Sue Prokop was feted at a bridal shower with thirty two guests co hosted by Mrs Everett Dague and Mrs Leonard Brezina at the Dague residence. Miss Prokop, daughter of Wes and, will marry Roger Jensen February 14 in Las Vegas Nevada.
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Pat Becker
Cavalier Drive
Mark Vanourney
28Th Ave
Marion
Thomas Otto
Daniel Meyer
Debbie Gadient
Connie Gadient
Sue Prokop
Fourth St
Everett Dague
Leonard Brezina
Dague
19Th Ave
Miss Prokop
Wes Prokops
24Th St. NW
Roger Jensen
Donald Jensens
Grand Ave
Las Vegas
Nev
Buenos Aires Founded On This Date in 1535
On this date 1535 the Argentine city of Buenos Aires was founded by Spanish explorer Pedro de Mendoza. The settlement marked an early stage of European presence in the region though it faced immediate hardships and was later refounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
Discovery Australia Last Continent Discovered by Europeans
The record notes that Australia was the final landmass reached by European explorers, marking the last continent to be charted by a European power. It highlights the historical sequence of exploration and colonization across the globe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Singles invest heavily in home ownership in survey
At the 34th National Association of Home Builders convention, executives reported rising single ownership. Data show 116 of 400 condominiums, 90 of 300 Miami complex units, and five of the first 15 houses sold went to singles. Experts urge builders to target this growing market with features like extra bedrooms and ample storage.
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Dallas
Miami
U.S
National Association of Home Builders
Laurin Magee
Housing Guidance Council of
Washington, D.C
Magee
Lewis Goodkin
Fort Lauderdale
Fla
Housing Research Corporation
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National
Poison Center Network
Gery
Nixes
Sammons
Mrs. Becker
Lindale Plaza
Women’s and Teen Apparel
Mt. Vernon Rd
S.E. Open Mon
Vernon Village Shopping Center
Belvedere
Valentines Day
Vacuum & Sewing
Center Point Road
Coe College
Ginsberg
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Des Moines
Southridge & Valley West
FBI Staesseeenneese
Medical Society Saeees
Foundation
Hach Bros. CO. Inc
First Street
S.E
C.R. Lumber Co
Second Street
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