Public Information On Poliomyelitis In North Carolina
Raleigh reported the State Board of Health issued a pamphlet on poliomyelitis noting over 500 cases in more than 100 counties since June 1. The guide defines the disease, explains paralysis risk, and states that most cases do not result in paralysis. Poliomyelitis largely affects children and many cases are mild.
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Raleigh
North Carolina
State Board of Health
Division
Epi
Poliomyelitis Advisory for Parents and Public Health
The article outlines poliomyelitis symptoms age groups transmission and control measures. It covers spread through airborne droplets contaminated hands and surfaces and the role of hygiene isolation quarantine and disinfection. It lists precautions including reporting illness to health officials placarding premises and restricting travel and funerals.
Bob Hope Plane Forced Down in Australia
Comedian Bob Hope, singer Frances Langford and others escaped injury after a plane carrying the Southwest Pacific tour party crash landed near Newcastle Australia. Details of the incident were unavailable.
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Bob Hope
Australia
Melbourne
Frances Langford
Southwest Pacific
Newcastle
Ing
Electronic metal sorter introduced for material grading
A new electronic device sorts metals by recording differences in material type alloys heat treatment and thickness enabling precise grading and quality control in metal production environments.
Public health advice on limiting child exposure to disease
Guidance urges avoiding crowds for young children and adults during poliomyelitis outbreaks. Do not visit ill children and seek medical treatment promptly. Orthopedic treatment and physiotherapy under specialists can lead to notable improvement even in severe cases.
War Can't Stop Super Salesman in Italy
Pvt. Alan B. Stalcup of Gatlinburg Tennessee and the 45th Thunderbird division earns the nickname super traveling salesman. He runs a civilian jewelry business making pieces from black walnuts and sells many sets monthly to fellow soldiers and mailed gifts to families back home.
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Fifth Army
Italy
TNS
Alan B. Stalcup
45Th
Thunderbird Division
Stalcup
Gatlinburg
Tenn
Great Smoky National Park
Army
Fort McClellan
Ala
Sweet'certs
America
Moisture Tolerance in Lamp Manufacturing
In lamp production every bulb must be completely dry. A single drop of water in 100000 lamps causes early bulb blackening in all.
Six Tar Heels On Navy Casualty List
The Navy releases a casualty list naming six North Carolinians. Brooks Louis V. is listed as wounded. Crane Lemon Bruce is missing. Cranford Raymond FE is wounded. Curtis Dennis W. is dead. Early William C. is wounded. McPhail Lorenzo Dow Jr is wounded. Parents and spouses listed for each.
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Washington
Navy Department
Brooks
Louis V
U. S. Marine Corps Reserve
Fannie V. Brooks
West Gaston Street
Greens- Crane
Lemon Bruce
U. S. Naval Reserve
Spencer Crane
Lowell
Cranford
Raymond
Mary H. Early
Chimney Rock
McPhail
Lorenzo Dow, Jr
L. D. McPhail
Hermitage Court
Charlotte
Cornell establishes first engineering course in history
Cornell University begins a pioneering engineering program marking a milestone in higher education. The new course launches with a focus on practical applications and foundational science, signaling a shift in technical training and academic scope.
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Cornell
Mexsena medicated powder for heat rash relief
Medicated powder Mexsana promises relief for heat rash and sunburn itching. Advertises soothing ingredients used by specialists and claims low cost.
Military Policeman Handcuffed To Girl
Sgt Albert Noona of Camp fee Ark on his way to Leavenworth Kans to pick a prisoner stopped in Kansas City for a girl and wound up handcuffing himself to Doris G. The pair wandered Park until Noona lost the key and two hours passed before a key was found. He planned to handcuff them again after departure.
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Kansas City
Albert Noona
Camp Fee
Ark
Leavenworth
Kans
Doris G
Park
Noona
Gether
Firestone Tires Lead War Effort With Synthetic Rubber
More than six million Firestone Tires using synthetic rubber support military manpower and materials. Firestone upholds its Best in Rubber tradition while setting new mileage and safety records. For over two decades it has led in synthetic rubber, developing compounds, tire constructions, and improved manufacturing methods.
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Firestone
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