American stainless razor blades eyed to cut imports
US buyers may trim blade purchases as three American firms plan stainless steel double edged blades. Prices higher now but claimed to last three to four times longer, potentially reducing overall purchases. Europe already shows 15 percent market share.
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Youths Weren't Digging for Ore at Abandoned Mine
In Acer Pauiingh Missouri a crowd of 22 youths, mostly teens, gathered in an old mine shaft for dancing to rock n roll. They used a car radio loudspeaker and beer to party. Police rounded up the revelers and jailed two adults for drunkenness.
Kansas Mineral Valuation Jump Surges Past Half Billion
Kansas mineral production in 1962 valued at 521.5 million dollars, the second straight year over 500 million and seventh consecutive year above that threshold. The state Geological Survey noted crude oil, natural gas, natural gasoline and liquefied petroleum gases contributed 423.3 million, with carbon black and helium added to boost the total. Other products like cement, salt, coal, lead, zinc, clay, stone, and sand and gravel also posted substantial values. In Kansas City, Dr. D M Nigro crashed a People to People dinner by slamming through a 15‑foot plate glass window while hurrying to check his coat, escaping with minor cuts.
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Easy to Make Measuring Device by Young Hobby Club
A simple project blends a foot long ruler with a 60 inch tape to create a compact measuring device. Glue the tape to the ruler so numbers on both sides form a continuous readout for heights. Wind the tape around the ruler for storage and use the assembled tool to measure flat surfaces as well. Dr. William J. Luyten of the University of Minnesota reports the smallest known white dwarf star, about 25 000 times fainter than the sun.
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William J. Luyten
University of Minnesota
Banker Sneezes At Money
Honolulu AP reports Clifford Fujiwara 21 lost his teller job at American Security Bank due to an allergy to money. After promotion he sneezed uncontrollably, a doctor’s diagnosis says he probably is the only banker unable to stand around the green stuff. Now in the commercial department he handles ledgers and does not sneeze.
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Clifford Fujiwara
Fujiwara
Japan bans hotels near Mt Chikurin 72 inch telescope site
Japan restricts development on Mt Chikurin near the 72 inch telescope restricting hotels and large accommodations. Lodges and youth hostels are allowed to operate in the area under new planning rules.
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