Captain Terrell Shows Safer Training With Grounded Flight Simulator
Caldwell New Jersey reports on Captain Stewart D. Terrell a 16 year airline veteran with Pan American who survived two simulated crashes. The Dehmel Electronic Flight Simulator duplicates Stratocruiser cockpit guiding crews through emergency conditions to improve training and safety for future flights.
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Shrinking Timber Reserves Spurs National Action
Washington report notes a plan by the Agriculture Department forest service to speed timber growth by using low-cost fertilizers from chemically treated sewage and garbage. Purdue University’s Sol Boyk advocates this method, arguing it could reduce pollution while boosting wood production, though effectiveness varies by soil and stage remains research."
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Siam Cabinet Hints Shift to Buddhist Calendar
Bangkok AP reports Siam may switch to the Buddhist calendar with religious holidays marking the onset of each year, a move under cabinet consideration that could alter national timekeeping and public observances.
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End of the Moon’s Phases Used in Provincial Schools
A historical note describes the waning and waxing of the moon and the Buddhist calendar gaining use in schools and offices. Officials argue official adoption would allow workers and students to attend special services and ceremonies.
First Virginia governor linked to introducing pipe smoking to Europe
Ralph Lane, Virginia’s first governor, is credited with showing Sir Walter Raleigh how to smoke a pipe, a tale tying colonial figures to European tobacco culture. Leo Davidovich Trotsky was born Bronstein, his original surname.
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