Atom powered X ray unit brings medical aid to remote areas
Thanks to the atom the vital medical tool of the X ray is brought to primitive areas of South America and Africa with no electricity. A 200 pound unit uses nuclear energy from a radioactive isotope and can be flown by light plane to jungles for radiographs aiding tuberculosis diagnosis. Visa Corp. developed the system with USAID Bolivia field use. Smithsonian in Washington highlights it as a peacetime atomic breakthrough.
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South America
Africa
Visa Corp
Bolivia
U.S. Agency of International Development
Smithsonian Institution
Washington
December retail gains reflect rising incomes and savings
Incomes and personal savings rose through nine months of the year, boosting December retail sales and consumer confidence. Higher take home pay from tax cuts, more jobs, and rising wages drive spending, while debt grows but remains sustainable as incomes rise. The SEC and NYSE note shifts in stock holdings and investment plans, with strong year to date activity.
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Sam Dawson
AP Business News
NEW York (Ap
Securities and Exchange Commission
New York Stock Exchange
SEC
Washington Staff Rumors Target Press Secretary Reedy
Washington whispers say one or more White House aides spread rumors that press secretary George Reedy wants out and would rather be shifted to a background role. Reedy denies any desire to change, while the Johnson administration pushes budget restraint. Government civilian employment falls to a two and a half year low as October cuts deepen.
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Washington
Johnson
White House
George Reedy
Reedy
Acapulco
Mexico
Walter Jenkins
Congress
Cail Service Commission
Johnsons
The Fat Man at Christmas A Holiday Symbol
Boyle's Notebook reflects on the fat man as Santa's embodiment of Christmas abundance During the holiday season he is cheered and celebrated yet privately he suffers the pressure of pleasing the crowd The piece notes the annual contrast between public adulation and private unhappiness after the season ends.
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New York
Santa Claus
Vanderbilt heiress mother improving after heart artery surgery
Gloria Morgan Vanderbilt widow of Reginald C. Vanderbilt and mother to heiress Gloria Van derbilt was reported in most satisfactory condition at Cedars of Lebanon Hospital. Attendants said she was improving after admission on December 8 and surgery on December 15 to repair an artery carrying blood from the heart.
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Los Angeles
UPI
Gloria Morgan _ Vanderbilt
Gloria Vanderbilt
Reginald C. Vanderbilt
Cedars of Lebanon Hospital
Justice Department Hosts Fourth DC Schoolchildren Christmas Party
Sounds of band music and children's singing filled the Justice Department as 500 youngsters from District of Columbia public schools attended the department's fourth annual Christmas party. The event was funded by contributions from Justice Department employees.
The Coming Female Shortage Theorized by Doctor
A medical educator warns of a future world with far more male births than female, citing prenatal mortality and conception ratios. If prenatal deaths decline, birth ratios could reach 150 men per 100 women, reshaping gender dynamics and dating, with men seeking guidance on pleasing wives.
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Ruth Millett
Enterprise Assn
George Walters Charged With Attempted Murder in Birmingham
George Walters age 21 is charged in Birmingham Eng with attempting murder of his wife by wiring an electric door handle to shock her. Police say the suspect borrowed the idea from a television program and acted on it.
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Birmingham Eng
UPI
George Walters
Republicans Suffer Post-Election Blues Seek Change in Party
After a crushing defeat, Republicans and some Democrats debate future leadership and reforms. James Marlow notes calls to oust RNC chair Dean Burch, while Rep. Ford eyed as possible Halleck successor. Liberals press to weaken the potent Rules Committee and end seniority-based chair appointments.
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James Marlow
Associated Press
Washington (Ap
Congress
Dean Burch
Republican National Committee
Barry Goldwater
Burch
Halleck
Joseph W. Martin
Massachusetts
Ford
Washington Monument
Capitol Hill
Doctor Answers Reader Health Questions
Wayne G Brandstadt M D addresses frostbite in elderly feet suggesting heavy wool socks waterproof overshoes and nerve surgery with caution to avoid gangrene He notes bursitis can follow a fall and explains varying causes He cautions rabies in cats is rare but bites or scratches may cause infection and blood poisoning Readers are invited to submit questions for future columns
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Wayne G. Brandstadt
M. D. Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Friends who knock you down a peg
A reflective piece catalogues the sly put downs of various friends. It lists comments about appearance hair energy and weight that undermine self confidence in social roles homes and leadership roles. The tone is cautionary and observant.
Today In History December 22 1964 highlights
On this date Brig Gen Anthony C McAuliffe replied Not to a German surrender demand at Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. Marquis de Lafayette sailed from Boston in 1781 after 4 years in the Revolution Army. Embargo Act passed in 1807. US Golf Association formed in 1894. First postal savings stamps issued in 1910. Churchill visited Washington in 1941 for a Roosevelt conference. Mendes France urged a big vote on Paris accords ten years ago. World Bank approved a 56 million loan to the Suez Canal Authority five years ago. Last year 950 passengers abandoned the burning Lakonia in the Atlantic.
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Associated Press
Anthony C. McAuliffe
Bastogne
McAuliffe
Marquis de la Fayette
Boston
France
Congress
Europe
United States Golf Association
Winston Churchill
Washington
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Mendes-France
Paris
World Bank
United Arab Republic
Suez Canal Authority
Atlantic
Two Launchings At Vandenberg AFB In One Day
At Vandenberg Air Force Base California a secret satellite and a space probe using a Scout rocket were launched. The secret satellite rode a Thor Agena booster into polar orbit around noon Pacific time and about eight hours later a space probe was launched to study the earths upper atmosphere. Official details remain limited under Defense Department policy.
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Vandenberg Afb
Calif
UPI
Air Force
Puzzle Clues Solve Across and Down for Namesake Answers
A list of cryptic style clues across and down counting from 1 to 57 with hints like poetic father or so and feminine number appellation. The grid appears to reference namesakes and common crossword style terms with clues for buzzwords such as referee to art and prey to plant parts.
NO GAMBLING PERMITTED BY POST OFFICE EMPLOYEES
The Post Office issued regulations to conform with federal gambling laws affecting about 600,000 mailmen. The rules bar any game of chance even off duty and could prohibit buying or selling chances or handling or mailing winnings. Officials note no intent to probe church rattles but emphasize strict compliance. horseracing betting is exempt as a game of skill.
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