American May Become Britain's Royal Astronomer
Dr. Eggen, American born, may become Britain's first American Royal Astronomer at Hurstmonceux near Sussex. He would head the observatory responsible for GMT and the Nautical Almanac, oversee 200 staff, and advance astrometry while pursuing a philosophy that the universe remains largely unknown.
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Wisconsin
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Experts Fooled by Fantasic Art Hoax at Cornell Museum
Ithaca New York February 1 The Cornell University museum staged a hoax art exhibit titled Fantastic Art Through the Centuries featuring works credited to Estaban Xiros a supposed 19th century collage master. The ruse included staff and students and was revealed when a magazine asked for photos.
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Max Ernst
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Pasteur
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Sicily
Marquis de Sade
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Etna
N. Y
Ithaca
Solomon
Ithaca Journal
Art
Helicopter Collides With Car In Beaverlodge No Injuries
A helicopter taking off in Beaverlodge Alberta clipped the side of a car after a rough rollout. The craft bounced twice and its rotor blades cut into the vehicle but no injuries were reported.
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Beaverlodge
Alta
Solid Fuel For Rocket Developed
SACRAMENTO Calif Feb 1 Successful development of very large solid propellant rocket motors for the Navy s Polaris fleet ballistic missile was announced Aerojet General designers say Polaris will launch from submarines or surface ships and reach about 1500 miles solid propellants ease storage under sea conditions and aid space flight Geckler Aerojet manager notes Polaris is unique for mobilelaunching platforms and its solid propellant system The next steps include refinements to power plants and weight reduction under sub contract with Lockheed Aircraft
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Aerojet-General
United States
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Lockheed Aircraft
Polaris
American education gains discipline over frills in face of Sputniks
Dr Ullman and Dr Dell argue that money alone cannot fix US schools. They urge stronger science and math focus, better teacher support, and selective advanced programs to compete with Russian education, stressing individual advancement, democratic values, and rigorous standards.
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Lapodenie
Berthold Louis Ullman
University of North Carolina
John W. Dell
North Carolina State College
John W. Cell
Washington
White House
Benjamin Fine
New York Times
Mathews Man Marks 82 Kisses In Town Celebration
J Eddie Callis 81 retired contractor in Mathews Va is celebrated as 82nd kiss recipient this year after 81 kisses last year. Local tradition anew marks birthday greet with affectionate acts from townspeople. The light hearted custom reflects community warmth and playful local pride.
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Callis
United States Faces Annual Forest Fire Toll
The United States averages about 175000 forest fires each year, impacting vast tracts of woodland and requiring ongoing prevention and response efforts across multiple agencies.
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United States
Authority To Sell Bonds Asked In Norma Talmadge Estate
LAS VEGAS, Nev. Court authority is sought to sell 2,403,383 dollars in stocks and bonds from actress Norma Talmadge's estate. Funds would cover federal and state taxes, admin costs, and cash legacies. A Feb. 4 hearing was set.
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Miss Talmadge
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Calif
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Walter Giblin
Palm Beach
Fla
Carvel M. James
Fort Lauderdale
Fila
Spain Dominates Olive Oil Supply Worldwide
Spain produces nearly half of the world’s olive oil, highlighting its leading role in global oil markets and the agricultural sector. This dominance reflects extensive cultivation, export capacity, and regional industry influence.
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