40 Year Medical Prediction By John Barbour
AP science writer outlines a 1960s forecast that by 2000 people will take pills at night and wake rested, with tiny chest devices monitoring health. Doctors will predict fetal sex early and tailor childbirth outcomes, while electronics and oceanic and herbal remedies fuel future medicine.
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John Barbour
Associated Press
NEW York
Buck Rogers Notion: Medical Futures Move From Fiction to Fact
The piece discusses doctors using artificial devices and new drugs to reduce pain and extend life. It envisions pharmaceutical firms with electronic computers digesting virulent data to guide medicine nationwide, likening the pace to science fiction becoming reality and referencing Dr Smith.
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Civil Service Exams In Chanute Jan 21
Kansas civil service exams for clerical openings in state offices and institutions will be held in Chanute at Chanute Junior College on the afternoon of January 21. Tests cover clerk stenographer clerk typist clerk bookkeeper machine operator and fiscal officer class IV county with strong job prospects for clerks. Applications from the State Personnel Division Topeka due January 12.
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Patrick Henry Sub Launches with Polaris Power
The nuclear powered submarine Patrick Henry slides beneath the Atlantic ready to launch Polaris missiles. It joins sister sub George Washington to boost U S striking power from undersea sites. Both boats carry 16 missiles with hydrogen warheads as Navy aims for 43 more submarines on patrol.
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Coffeyville Staff Get Wage Boosts In City Action
City of Coffeyville announces pay raises for workers starting Monday. Non union staff receive $10 monthly. part time roles such as police matron and crossing guards gain $5. Union employees get seven cents an hour rise under prior-year contracts. department supervisors with unions receive $25 monthly.
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