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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1975

Page

4

Smokey the Bear Retires From Duty at National Zoo

Washington AP Smokey the fire fighting bear steps down after 25 years of service due to aging arthritis. A new Smokey will be christened in 1971 as understudy. The old pair, Smokey and Goldie, retire to Ghost Ranch on Carson National Forest north of Santa Fe New Mexico.

Washington Smokey National Zoo U.S. Forest Service Goldie Carson National Forest Santa Fe

Massachusetts tough gun law seen cutting crimes of passion

One month after Massachusetts enacted what officials call the toughest gun law in the nation, early signs show reduced crimes of passion but ongoing crime by professionals. The law enforces a mandatory one year term for carrying a gun without a permit with no parole or probation. Officials praise its deterrent effect while critics note seasoned criminals ignore it. Local and federal agencies caution it is premature to gauge overall crime impact. Governor Dukakis plans state border warning signs for out of state drivers.

Boston Massachusetts FBI Joseph Neylon Middlesex County Michael Dukakis Department of Public Works Maine Vermont

Deodorant Zirconium Sprays Face FDA Probe

FDA to investigate whether aerosol antiperspirant sprays containing zirconium should be banned after experts warned of a potential hidden lung disease. Procter and Gamble brands Sure and Secret dominate sales, Arrid XX from Carter-Wallace is new. panel cites inhalation risk and granuloma formation, with no evidence of superior odor prevention.

Washington UPF Food and Drug Administration FDA Procter & Gamble Carter-Wallace Inc Proctor and Gamble Cineinatti Alexander Schmidt

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