New Theory of Earth's Origin by Latimer
Dr. Wendell Latimer of the University of California proposes a condensation from a cold cosmic cloud as the earths origin. He combines geological and astronomical ideas with thermodynamics to explain planetary formation, atmospheric development, and the emergence of water and mountains through radioactive heating and chemical reactions. He cites that about half the universe's solid matter has formed planets and stars, with the rest in cosmic clouds still evolving.
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Wendell Latimer
University of California
Science
Latimer
Earth
Northwestern Scientists Unravel Secrets of Sleep
Northwestern University researchers identify the brain stem as the key to sleep and wakefulness. Dr. H W Magoun reports wakefulness results from brain-stem activity. direct stimulation in sleeping animals induces wakefulness, while brain-stem destruction yields pathological sleep. Partners include Drs D B Lindsley and G Moruzzi.
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Northwestern University
H. W. Magoun
Medical School
Magoun
D. B. Lindsley
Guiseppe Moruzzi
University of Pisa
Italy
Met Metallurgical Mounting Using Room Temperature Resin Denture Material
Denton L. Smith of the National Bureau of Standards develops a simple mounting method for metallurgical specimens using modified acrylic resin that sets under room pressure. The polymerization heat is controllable, enabling polishing and microscopic study without disturbing crystal structure. Ownership of Farmlands by Private Individuals Dominates U.S. farmland holdings with 85 percent ownership, corporations six, public six, and Indians three. Majority of owners are farmers, with varied occupations. 41 percent of acreage lies in farms of 1000 acres or more. Blackleg in Cattle Caused by spore-forming germ. symptoms include fever, loss of appetite, lameness, low mood, and crinkling swellings. Carcasses should be burned or buried deeply under lime.
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Denton L. Smith
National Bureau of Standards
United States
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Anderson
American Foundation For Animal Health Bulletin
Maryland Farm Front This Week on Wheat and Corn Loans
Farmers with 1950 crop wheat under government loan can now sell and repay, likely breaking even or turning a small profit. No. 3 garlicky wheat loans were $2.24 in warehouses. current prices around $2.48 to $2.50 yield about 24 cents per bushel in storage costs. Corn loans set at $1.61. farm sales at about $1.40 today exceed the loan plus costs, with prices rising. Soybeans under loan at $1.91 and $2.11 also show profits above loans. A PMA official, Jos H Blandford, notes two months to redeem wheat loans, longer for corn. Also, a department reorganization will place conservation programs under one county headquarters to improve efficiency.
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Jos. H. Blandford
Maryland
PMA
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Blandford
Brannan
Department of Agriculture
Forest Service
Soil Conservation Service
Understanding cerebral palsy and its impact on children
The article explains cerebral palsy origins from brain injury before, during, or after birth and anoxia. It notes many factors are beyond obstetric control, varying disability, and that two thirds show normal to superior intelligence with modern treatment and training offering prospects for a normal life.
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United States
Card of Thanks for hospital stay and thanks to groups
Expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for cards fruits flowers candy visits and kindness during hospital stay at Easton Hospital and after returning home. Also thanks Williston Guild and Christian Comrade class Mrs Paul Baynard.
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Easton Hospital
Williston Guild
Paul Baynard
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