Researchers near breakthrough in under the skin contraceptive
Scientists at the Research Triangle Institute report tests in rats and rabbits moving toward a yearly implantable birth control. The capsule would be placed under the skin to release hormone steadily, reducing pills side effects and maintaining effective blood levels.
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Research Triangle Park
Research Triangle Institute
Colin Pitt
Physical Sciences
Institute
Pitt
Black Muslims And Nazis Battle at San Quentin
Racial clashes between Black Muslim and Nazi inmates at San Quentin prison left three dead and five injured in the honor block. Authorities say fights erupted along north and west wings as makeshift knives and clubs were used before guards ended the disturbances. The lockdown could last about a week with tensions high after the two attacks.
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San Quentin
Calif
San Quentin Prison
Mike Luxford
Luxford
Action Line Q and A on child abuse and unlisted numbers
Readers submit questions on child abuse reporting and unlisted telephone numbers. The responses advise contacting the Child Abuse and Neglect office in Guilford County and explain North State’s policy on unlisted numbers. Other items cover stolen goods from a High Point theft ring and flag etiquette.
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Anon
Child Abuse and Neglect Office
Social Services Department
Guilford County
High Point
J. A. Sgt. Kelly
Carter Wary on Nuclear Arms Policy Shifts
President Carter signals a cautious stance on potential U S use of nuclear arms during a televised briefing. He hints that a single weapon could cause global devastation but avoids detailing exact actions in any scenario. Analysts say he is hedging between limited war and full escalation.
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Washington
Carter
U.S
Herman Kahn
The
Hudson Institute
Kahn
Two Teachers Face Abuse Charges After Paddling
In Elizabethtown North Carolina two teachers Patricia Meshaw and Carolyn Scoggins face district court charges of child abuse after paddling a 10 year old pupil Sandra Adcox that left severe bruises. The pupil was in a combined fifth and sixth grade class taught by the two women. Parents support prosecution though a school official says no policy against corporal punishment existed.
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Elizabethtown
N.C
Patricia C. Meshaw
Clarkton
Carolyn D. Scoggins
White Lake
Bladen County
Department of Social Services
Sandra Marie Adcox
Tor
Social Services
Walter Adcox
Adcox
W.J. Hair
Fumes Force 5259 To Flee In Rockwood Fallout
Rockwood Tennessee faced mass evacuation after a tanker crash released toxic bromine. National Guardsmen evacuated 5259 residents including 55 hospital patients. 1500 residents resisted evacuation. Officials warn of deadly poisoning if winds shift. Dow Chemical emergency team moves to upright the tanker and recover remaining bromine.
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Rockwood
Tenn
National
Col
Russell Newmann
National Guard
Steve Webster
Civil Defense
Knoxville
Dow Chemical Co
Newmann
Is Economy Slowing As Result Of Tax Rebate Withdrawal
AP reports a third straight monthly drop in consumer spending following President Carter's withdrawal of a proposed $50 tax rebate. Economists debate if the economy will slow significantly, with mixed views on future growth and renewed optimism from Carter. June retail sales eased to $59.233 billion from May's $59.247 billion.
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North State
Anon. A. North State
Washington
Carter
Maynard Comtez
Commerce Dept
Comiez
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