Dangerous household foams and plastics threaten fire deaths nationwide
Federal fire researchers warn polyurethane foam and polyvinyl chloride release deadly gases when burned. The danger spans pillows mattresses insulation and upholstery, with hydrogen cyanide and hydrogen chloride as chief hazards. Experts advise rubber foam fiberglass or rock wool as safer alternatives.
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Archbishop Lefebvre defies Pope Paul VI over excommunication
Arch bishop Marcel Lefebvre ordained 14 priests and 22 subdeacons in a tent near his seminary in Ecône Switzerland as thousands from Europe rallied behind the traditionalist push against Vatican II reforms. He dismissed the pope's excommunication threat and said such warnings are common.
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Latin Mass Tradition in Transition Sparks Wider Church Debate
A discussion centers on maintaining traditional Latin Mass while adopting vernacular forms. Proponents see it as a compromise with other churches and modern social trends, highlighting tensions within church practice and unity efforts.
Lightning Kills Two Women in Central Pennsylvania
Two women were struck by lightning and killed during a thunderstorm in Pennsylvania. Mary Barrick, 53, of Newville, died instantly under a tree in Cumberland County. Barbara Jeming, 44, of Harrisburg, died after being struck while running to her car and fishing earlier at Memorial Lake.
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Legislature weighs Laetrile bill in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg AP report notes the Senate Health and Welfare Committee moved a bill to authorize Laetrile manufacture sale and use in Pennsylvania. Sponsor Sen Paul McKinness of Philadelphia says the measure aims to broaden treatment options as health officials and the state medical society question Laetrile’s effectiveness.
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Pinball Wizard Shatters World Marathon Record in Atlantic City
Bruce Condella of Ventnor New Jersey at 18 shatters the world marathon pinball playing record by reaching 83 percent hours in Atlantic City. He aims for a total of 100 hours in a historic endurance effort.
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Cigarette Smuggling Becomes Major Organized Crime Source
An AP report notes interstate cigarette smuggling funds other crimes and poses a major enforcement challenge. The Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations estimates states lose 391 million dollars annually to bootlegging.
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Washington
Advisory Commission On Intergovernmental Relations
Weather Outlook for Delaware and New Castle Counties
Mostly cloudy with a chance of thundershowers today in Delaware and warm humid conditions in New Castle County. Highs near 90 statewide, with clearing and lower humidity Thursday, and hot 90 to 95 with possible thundershowers Saturday and Sunday. Tides and past temperature facts listed for local navigation.
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