Television Can Be Used To Sharpen X-Ray Films
University of Illinois College of Medicine researchers led by Craig W. Goodwin and Dr. John S. Garvin, with WBKB Chicago, reveal television can reproduce and clarify x-ray films. Dr. Roger A Harvey notes this extends beyond incidental use, offering high accuracy by adjusting density and contrast to reveal shadows and correct exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Illinois College of Medicine
Craig W. Goodwin
John S. Garvin
WBKB
Chicago
Roger A. Harvey
First Railway Express Began In Early American Railways
From the earliest days of America's railroads the express service emerged as a key phase of passenger train operations. In 1839 the first expressman started carrying packages by train and Long Island Sound steamer, linking Boston and New York. The service grew as new lines formed, with express companies handling pickup and delivery, fueling commercial development and, during World War I, unifying the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Long Island Sound
Boston
New York
Nutrition gaps found in Maine junior high study
Dr. Mary M. Clayton of the Maine experiment station reports in a junior high study that many children have nutrient deficiencies. Exams, blood tests, and diet records show widespread shortfalls in vitamin C and niacin with low milk intake and insufficient vegetables and fruits. Boys more often lack vitamins A and C, while diets for both genders miss citrus, tomatoes, raw cabbage, and leafy greens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary M. Clayton
Maine Experiment Station
Birla
Breast cancer patients show weight gain from testosterone pellet therapy
Dr. Robert Greenblatt of the University of Georgia School of Medicine notes that implantation of testosterone pellets beneath the skin in women with advanced breast cancer yields only modest benefit, mainly weight gain and improved well being, while rapid disease spread in some cases could not be halted and surgery or radiation would be ineffective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anya
Robert Greenblatt
University of Georgia School of Medicine
Fowl Leucosis Impacts Hens and Industry Costs
A veterinary bulletin estimates that over 80 percent of laying hens may be affected by fowl leucosis or related disorders. The bulletin notes the disease is not a single ailment but a complex array of severe conditions impacting poultry health and the American industry, with an estimated annual financial burden around a million dollars.
Key to Protein Synthesis May Be Held by Yeast Cell
Professor James B Sumner of Cornell reports that yeast digestion reveals enzymes as pivotal to protein synthesis and life processes. He explains enzymes drive digestion respiration muscular action and many living functions and notes adaptation creates new enzymes to cope with new conditions such as yeast fermenting galactose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Sumner
New York State College of Agriculture
Cornell University
Central Pennsylvania
American Chemical Society
Sumner Bald
Sumner
Cancer-Causing Chemicals Discussed by Researchers
Dr Francis Earl Ray of the University of Cincinnati discussed chemicals linked to cancer before the American Pharmaceutical Society in Cincinnati. He traced early observations of chimney sweeps and coal workers, noting coal tar and benz pyrene as cancer causing agents, with related hydrocarbons also implicated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Earl Ray
University of Cincinnati College of Fberal Arts
American Pharmaceutical Society of Cincinnati
Europe
Ray
Economy in Oll Heating Efficiency From Proper Fuel Oil
To obtain utmost economy and efficiency from oil burner installations buy clean grade fuel oil suitable for the burner. Do not change your oil supplier without reactivating the burner. Keep the burner in good running condition with yearly inspection and oiling, and monthly checks during the heating season to prevent emergencies and minimize consumption. A reliable service man is the best source of advice on reducing heating costs.
Travel time to airports often longer than flight time
A study by the American Road Builders Association led by Walter R. Macatee surveyed 69 major city airports. It found ground travel before and after flights is slow and time consuming, highlighting the need to reduce ground travel between cities and airports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American
Road Builders’ Association
Walter R. Macatee
Ete Ager
Arba Airport Division
Macateca
British robot rocket plane achieves 900 mph level flight
A British robot rocket plane reached level flight speeds over 900 miles per hour at 30 000 to 40 000 feet altitude. The aircraft maintained the speed for about fourteen seconds, nearly 14 times the speed of sound, during the test flight.
Save An Arm Campaign In Iowa This Fall
The Iowa farm safety committee led by J and Russell aims to reduce corn picker injuries this harvest season. A statewide drive partners newspapers, county farm safety committees, farm groups, and radio stations under the Save-an-Arm banner. Officials note 80 percent of 1948 Iowa corn harvesting accidents were caused by unsafe operation and warn that down corn and borers may make this a rough season, urging strict safety rules to prevent loses of limbs.
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Iowa
Iowa Farm Safety Committee
J. & Russell
Iowa Farm and Home Register
Norval Wardle
Iowa State College Farm -Safety
State
Mrs. Foster Lauded as Graettinger Neighbor in Funeral
Anna Jane Henry Foster, born May 7 1869 in Allegheny County Pennsylvania, died aged 80. Her husband William C Foster died in 1942. Survived by son Eugene C Foster Estherville and daughter Mrs Richard Simis Phoenix. Funeral in charge of Martin Funeral Service at St Jacob Cemetery.
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St. Jacob's Cemetery
J. M. Robinson
C. A. Jensen
W. L. O'Connor
M. Weinholzer
John Swift
J. J. Sullivan
Martin
Anna Jane Henry
Allegheny County
Wm. C. Foster
Boone
Iowa
Ontario
Graettinger
Foster
Arizona
Jolene Anderson
Minneapolis
Richard
Ann
Scott
Mark Simis
Phoenix
July
Gregory Anderson
Sarah
California
Nell Rue
Ames
Mra. Foster
Electrical Safety Tips for Home Repairs
The notice urges careful electrical safety with attention to exposed wiring, frayed cords, damaged outlets or switches, and worn fixtures. Do not delay repairs and ensure the power is off before any work.
Controlling the corn borer with plowing and sprays
Agricultural guidance notes one step to meet the corn borer danger by thoroughly plowing and burying all corn trash. Clean fields may halt moth spread, which can fly 25 to 60 miles. Entomologists recommend DDT and Ryania insecticides.
Contaminated Wounds From Wild Animals Lead to Infections
Historical note explains that wounds from wild animals commonly become infected due to contaminated teeth and saliva. Types of bacteria vary, with inflammation and infection as typical outcomes.
Salvine d Armata: An Italian Monk in the 18th Century
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an Italian monk named Salvine d Armata associated with the 18th century. The readable text hints at historical religious figures but lacks coherent context or events to form a full narrative.
Towans Promote Save-an-Arm Campaign Across Eagle Grove
Publicity through newspapers is cited as a key method to reduce accident risk. The late Ward Barnes is praised for his newspaper campaigns in Eagle Grove, which allegedly lowered the local accident rate to almost nothing.
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Towans
Ward Barnes
Eagle Grove
Animals in transit cause bruising and deaths in shipments
Shipment of animals overcrowding trucks is common as farmers market numbers or seek better loan terms. This practice leads to bruising crippling and killing of animals during transport, a principal cause highlighted by the Times Office.
Hope for Heart Patients From Dicumarol Drug Tease
A promising treatment for coronary thrombosis is hinted at with dicumarol, a drug derived from spoiled sweet clover, seen as a potential life saver for many heart patients amid one of the deadliest heart diseases.
Forest land extent in the United States
Non commercial forest land in the United States covers 162 784 000 acres. In all about 624 million acres or nearly one third of the continental United States is forest land.
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United States
Continental
Oyster Lifetime Egg Production Range Reported
A single oyster is said to produce between 65 million and 21d million eggs over its lifetime, according to the latest aquaculture study. Researchers note significant variability across species and environmental conditions, with broader estimates appearing in recent summaries.
Church Notices for Masses and Services This Sunday
Immaculate Conception Church lists Sunday Masses at 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. Confessions are on the first and third Saturdays from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Methodist Church invites all to attend Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and Worship at 11:00 a.m. Family Night drew a good turnout last Sunday. next meeting is the first Sunday evening in November.
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Immaculate Conception
Methodist Church
God
First Lutheran and Our Savior's Lutheran Church Schedules
A dense list of services and activities for First Lutheran and Our Savior's Lutheran Churches includes Divine Worship at 11:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. respectively, Sunday School and Bible Classes at 10:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., weekly midweek programs such as choir practice at 8:00 p.m. and Luther Leagues on Thursdays, Bible study sessions on various days, and a Festival of Thanksgiving at Paul’s Lutheran Church with a town church gathering, pot lunch, and missions emphasis. The notice also mentions confirmation classes, teacher trainings, and community events with locations including the church and the Martin Simonson home.
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First Lutheran Church
Luther League
O. L. Thoreson
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Martin Simonson
Paul
Mantey
Coitholt
Ernest Duus
Sehen
Btr
Paula
Montgomery Family Widow Maude Montgomery Dies at 64
Maude M. Montgomery born near Graettinger March 4 1885 died aged 64. Burial in St Jacob's cemetery followed by services arranged by Martin Funeral Service Graettinger. Pallbearers included Charles and Adolph Spies Emmett Jackman Phillip O Connor Joseph Carney and John J Sullivan. She taught and later served as librarian in New York City Washington Civil Service supervisor in the War Department before retirement.
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Mrs. Spies
Montgomery
St. Jacob’s Cemetery
Charles
Adolph Spies
Emmett Jackman
Phillip, O'Connor
Joseph Carney
John J. Sullivan
Martin
Graettinger
Maude M. Montgomery
42Nd
5Th.ave
New York City
Washington, D. C
Transportation Division
War Department
Death of Maude Montgomery P----------sobra
Maude Montgomery, long time Graettinger resident and devout Catholic, died suddenly leaving five sisters and multiple nephews and nieces. Her brothers Walter and Bert Montgomery, a Palo Alto county sheriff, preceded her. She was active in church and public life and cherished by friends in Graettinger and Palo Alto county. Sympathy extended to all relatives.
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P. Montgomery
Walter
Bert I. Montgomery
Palo Alto
Thomas Bigley
San Jose
California
Julia Disernia
San Francisco
C. H. Bundy
Glasgow
Montana
E. K. Pletcher
Washington, Pa
G. B. Cumming
Metuchen
New Jersey
Graettinger
Palo Alto County
Washington
Maude Montgomery
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