Flu Strain Fuels Absenteeism and School Closings
Asian flu and other respiratory illnesses sweep the nation causing high pupil absences and several school closures. Authorities report widespread absenteeism in New York, West Virginia, St. Louis, Portland, and Cincinnati with hopes milder weather will curb the outbreak. Chicago’s Cook County Hospital reports 1600 children treated in 48 hours for respiratory infections, mostly mild flu-type cases.
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West Virginia
U.S. Public Health Service
Putnam County
W.va
Jamestown
N.Y
St. Louis
Portland
Maine
Cincinnati
Kanawha County
Cook County Hospital
Chicago
Karl A. Meyer
Co-Ops Urged to Hold Ground Against Private Utilities
AP dispatch from Raleigh reports Rural Electrification Administration head Norman Clapp urging North Carolina rural electric co-ops to resist private utilities entering their service areas. He calls co-ops priceless assets aiding rural development and dismisses claims they have outlived their purpose, insisting they remain vital for regional growth.
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Raleigh
REA
Norman M. Clapp
Clapp
Tarheel Electric Membership Association
North Carolina
Head posture when asleep in a seated position
The head’s weight is mainly in front of the occipital bone and neck muscles keep it erect. When a person sits and falls asleep these muscles relax, causing the head to drop forward in a nod.
Old Dental Plate Comfort Powder Ad
A vintage ad offers FP powder to secure dentures during meals. It promises a firm hold with no gummy taste or pasty sensation and suggests purchasing at drug counters. The tone imitates period advertising urging readers to try the product for added comfort.
Ferry Sea Level Grounds in Core Sound During Storm
A state operated ferry Sea Level ran aground in heavy winds and fog at Core Sound. Fifteen passengers were put aboard a nearby trawler and taken to Atlantic. The ferry carried seven cars and a truck. Officials said water depth was reduced by wind and refloating efforts awaited a shift in wind, with no immediate danger seen.
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Atlantic
N.C
Core Sound
D. W. Patrick
Manteo
Curb Exchange Name Origins of the American Stock Exchange
The American Stock Exchange originated as the Curb Exchange named for its curb trading style. Members and traders formed an informal market that evolved into a formal exchange with broader listings and regulation.
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American Stock Exchange
The
Curb Exchange
Non-Conforming School Studies Urged by Expert Panel
AP Education Writer reports Prof. Roland Nelson of the University of Louisville urges schools to allow non conforming students to skip grades or courses and pursue one sided study. He favors leaving and returning to school without climbing fixed ladders and cautions costs. Frances A Janni of the U S Office of Education adds that a special program for creative non conformists is needed with controlled settings.
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Nelson
University of Louisville
American Association of School Administrators
Frances A.J. Lanni
U.S. Office of Education
Dust Power to Open Ice Locked Harbors
Coal dust is described as a method to melt ice by absorbing sunlight. The process aims to unlock harbors previously blocked by winter ice.
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Geto
Associated Press
College Village
P.m
Andrews Village Restaurant
Lexington
G. K. Hodenfield
Atlantic City
Roland H. Nelson
Authority
High Point
Lester's
Beltone
Beltone Hearing Center
Greensboro
N. C
W. Market St
Eastern
Florida
Burlington
Eastern Air Lines
Archdale
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