Strange Prehistoric Shark Left Imprint on Beach
Dr. Roland W Brown of the Smithsonian reports fossil impressions on sandstone dating about 200 million years to the egg capsules of ancient sharklike chimaeras. He notes these leathery shells, found worldwide from shallow seas to depths, reveal the birth mechanism of these long vanished species and remain the only known record of their kind.
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Life
Roland W. Brown
Beological Survey
Smithsonian Institution
Army Tests Cures for War's Aphasia Victims
Army doctors test treatments for aphasia among wounded soldiers. Read but not spoken language, writing but not reading, or reading with eyes but not aloud reflect brain injuries. Treatments include sodium amytal as a relaxation aid plus psychotherapy to ease worry and speed brain readjustment.
Fowl Cholera Drug Shows Promise in Maryland Study
University of Maryland researchers report the sulfa drug sulfathiozole greatly protects chickens against fowl cholera in preliminary tests. In controlled trials fowls without sulfa died at high rates, while affected flocks from laying hens to turkeys and ducks suffered heavy losses, especially on the eastern shore.
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University of Maryland
Growth of Penicillin Molds in Large Scale Production
Penicillin molds are grown on aerated moist bran to expose full surface area for growth. Spores seed cultures in tanks using corn steep liquor and lactose to nourish growth. Annually about 6 million pounds of lactose worth 1.56 million dollars and 12 million pounds of corn steep liquor worth 234 thousand dollars are used. The move from flasks to large scale engineering and better molds drove the production surge.
Homemaker Tips For Easier Cleaning Tasks
Quick household guidance on simplifying chores. Use old cloths and socks to dust, wipe spots as they appear, and wax or oil shelves to deter dirt. Emphasizes avoiding frequent complete floor washing by tackling grime promptly. Includes practical steps for cupboards and dusting both hands for efficiency.
In Memoriam Joseph Thomas Died 1945
In memory of Joseph Thomas who died September 29 1945. Safe in the arms of Jesus held to His tender breast. My heart lies a sleeping in contentment and peace at rest. Dearly loved, so sadly missed by his wife and son Bowen.
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Joseph Thomas
Jesus
Bowen
In loving memory of our brother Joseph Thomas
In loving memory of our brother, Joseph Thomas who passed away one year ago September 29, 1945. But his memory will always last. Sadly missed by Brothers and Sister. Ernest, Mitchell and June.
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Joseph Thomas
Ernest
Mitchell
June
Card of Thanks to Easton Hospital Family
Mrs. Fletcher Stratford thanks everyone for cards flowers and fruits sent during her hospital stay at Easton Hospital and for acts of kindness shown to her family during her absence and since returning home.
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Easton Hospital
Fletcher Statford
Hillsboro Socials and Local Store Change Hands
Mr H B Wright of Preston visited Mrs Mary Rowe on Sunday. Mrs William Thompson and daughter Deanne are spending a few days with Mrs Norman Clark in Denton. Mrs Kurt Lederer hosted three bridge tables last Wednesday. The Queen Anne store, run by John Segar, has changed hands and will be taken over by William Short next week. Miss Frances Covell and Mrs Wil
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H. B. Wright
Preston
Mary Rowe
William Thompson
Deanne
Norman Clark
Denton
Kurt Lederer
John Segar
Queen Anne
William Short
Frances Covell
Wil
Easton visitors and regional trips noted
Liam Whitby and daughter Rodney visited Easton on Tuesday. Miss Marjory Baker from Washington spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs Vernon Baker. Miss Ann Beaven of State Normal School Salisbury was home for the weekend. Mrs Ralph Holland entertained the W S C S on Wednesday. Mr and Mrs Meredith Uhrig and son Donald of Reading Pa have been guests of Mr and Mrs Charles DeFord. Mr and Mrs William Short are visiting relatives in Wilmington and plan a trip through Virginia.
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Liam Whitby
Rodney
Easton
Marjory Baker
Washington
Vernon Baker
Ann Beaven
State Normal School
Salisbury
Ralph Holland
Meredith Uhrig
Donald
Reading
Charles DeFord
Mrs
William Short
Wilmington
Delmarva Oil Hunt Near Delaware Line in Latest Test
The Delmarva peninsula oil search, centered in Wicomico and Worcester counties, moves toward the Delaware border. Reports from Baltimore say drilling materials for a site three miles north of Ocean City along the Ocean City Rehoboth Beach highway have been shipped from Tulsa by a Standard Oil representative. Geologists headed by K. D. White lead the effort.
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Delmarva Oil Hunt
Delaware Line
Delmarva Peninsula
Wicomico
Worcester Counties
Baltimore
Ocean City
Ocean City-Rehoboth Beach
Tulsa
Okla
Standard Oil Company
Company Atlantic Coast development ops near Maryland test
In charge of Atlantic Coast development operations, final area studies precede location decision. Drilling originally set for October 1 but delayed. Work may start within three weeks. Well depth planned at least 5000 feet, with 400000 pounds of materials. Third test in this Maryland region in three years, one near Salisbury.
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Atlantic Coast
Maryland
Salisbury
Maryland Spuds for Seed in Florida Crop Test
Maryland grown early potatoes are tested as seed stock for Florida winter potato crop in Belle Grade. Dr. R. A. Jehie reports 500 pounds of Worcester County test plots harvested in July and dormant now, planned for fall planting. Florida compares Maryland stock with North Dakota seed stock now common among Florida growers.
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Maryland
Florida
Belle Grade
R. A. Jehie
Worcester County
North Dakota
Maryland Trials Boost Potatoes Seed Market Prospects
Dr Jehle reports Everglades Experiment Station planting potatoes on nearby farms. Maryland seed stock dug each fall for Florida shipment may yield good results and open seed markets beyond table stock. Varieties tested include Trish Cobbler Pontiac and Marigold named by Jehle at Maryland trials.
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Everglades Experiment Station
Jehle
North Dakota
Florida
Maryland
Well housed pullets pay egg dividends
Dr Morley A Jull of the University of Maryland poultry department told poultrymen that farmers can profit from a fall egg crop if pullets are well started. He advised clean housing, separation from older birds, early roosting, thorough cleaning and disinfection, good ventilation, and careful culling to maximize production and egg prices.
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Morley A. Jull
University of Maryland Poultry Department
Crisfield Wins Two To Claim Eastern Shore Honors
Rain disrupted the Central Shore League final playoffs as Crisfield defeated Salisbury A A in two straight games to seize lower Eastern Shore honors. Cabby Dize pitched superbly against Joe Muir, the Salisbury southpaw signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates, in both contests.
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Crisfield
Salisbury A. A
Lower Peninsula
Cabby Dize
Joe Muir
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Adak
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K. D. White
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Ss. I. I
Robert Fleetwood
I. Robt
Fleetwood
Frank L. R. Nuttle
J. Lester Everngam
J. Roland Chaffinch
Naomi Holland
Clover Farms
Wright's Market
Tydol Gas
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Greensboro
Cohee
Ridgely-Greensboro Road
WEEA
Hien
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