Thefts From Mail Drop 58 Percent Down in 1971
The U S Postal Service says mail theft losses fell 58 percent in 1971 to 934 971 dollars from 2 250 000 the prior year. Causes cited include lighter security improved burglary crackdowns and overtime policy changes. Authorities offer guidance to patrons with damaged mail and wrapping for tracing theft patterns. The 1962 truck heist of 1 5 million remains unsolved.
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Say Caffeine Speeds Aging
New York AP reports two University of Utah scientists say caffeine in coffee may speed aging by damaging chromosomes. Prof. Henry Eyring and Dr. Betsy Stover describe caffeine as a chemical that can harm the 46 chromosomes in human cells, affecting growth and aging.
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National Guard Recruitment Sparks Debate On Drafting Reserves
Gen May opposes drafting national guardsmen or reserves as a path to fill manpower shortages. Local reserve officials seek school outreach though policy prohibits recruiting in schools. They worry about how to promote enlistments while recalling Washington's early recruiting challenges.
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