UW Experiments on Vibrations Kill Bacteria Revealed
Madison Wisconsin scientists led by Eugene Ackerman study audible vibrations to break tissue and kill bacteria and protozoa. The device uses three vibrators to break up tissue without heat, potentially releasing enzymes and aiding virus research. Frequencies across the audible range may optimize tissue disruption and may influence virus work in chicken embryos.
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University of Wisconsin Acientista
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H. B. Wuhm
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Birthday of General Jonathan M. Wainwright Highlighted
Birthday notice for General Jonathan M. Wainwright born August 23 1863. Recalled as hero of the Battle of the Philippines and defender during the surrender period. A West Point graduate, he served till retirement in 1947 and was hailed as a hero on returning to America.
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MacArthur
America
West Point
Berlin Split Brings Dizzy Life In Cold War City
Moscow withdraws from four power rule and Berlin divides into hostile zones. Western stamps are refused in the East and mail may be returned. Currency reform sparks clashes as the Soviets insist on Soviet money and bar Western currency. A Tibetan noblewoman’s marriage ends with name changes.
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Richard Kasischke
Berlin
Westgln
Orher
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Germany
West Germany
Chimpanzee Acts Almost Human Not Bragging About It
Washington column notes a chimpanzee's near human behavior and riffs on unlikely fame. It humorously imagines a Hollywood opening with Dorothy Lamour and Lassie, cites August divorce curiosities, and surveys odd news from Argentina and the Soviet Union before a local fiction of a lion sighting and a fox report.
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Arthur Edson
Hal Boyle
Washington
Hollywood
Dorothy Lamour
Lassie
Wisconsin Vets Bonus Question Goes to November Voters
Wisconsin joins six states in putting a World War II veterans cash bonus question on the November ballot. The plan couples a $200 million bonus with a 3 percent sales tax to finance payments. Estimates show tax yields from $30 million to $76 million depending on prices and coverage. Wisconsin already operates an extended rehabilitation program with $13.2 million in appropriations and about $895,090 in direct grants since 1943. A separate Mexico City report notes a broad business decline and weak clearance sales.
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Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance
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Immell Airs State Highway Fund Question
Ralph Immell Republican candidate for governor spoke on highway funding at the Waupaca centennial. He pledged to use highway funds for highway purposes and to resist raids by pressure groups, but acknowledged lawmakers could transfer funds in a crisis if public interest warrants. He said Wisconsin lacks a master plan and would seek one if elected, and urged conservation of outdoor resources as an unavoidable duty at Westfield.
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Wis
Ralph Immell
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Wisconsin
Senator On The Move Finds Hidden Wheat Job
A unnamed midwestern senator shuns primary campaigning by taking a covert posting in Washington. He relocates to a rural setting and takes a job running a wheat combine. The farmer who hires him increases pay from 8 to 10 dollars for a 12 hour shift after the first day.
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Washington
Who Gets Deferred
Washington authorities grapple with selective service deferments for ministers farmers and other groups while no official word yet on industrial jobs like coal mining. A blanket deferment is expected for certain essential industries with a decision anticipated by month end.
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Washington
Selective Service
Former Teacher Takes Over Conservation Publicity Job
MADISON Wis A 45 year old former schoolteacher has taken command of Wisconsin conservation departments publicity and educational programs He is W T Calhoun longtime educator turned warden who rises to superintendent of public information and education with a 5400 to 6300 yearly salary He succeeds J H H Alexander who moved back to recreational publicity duties Calhoun born in Altoona served in WWI and studied at the University of Wisconsin and St Thomas College in St Paul
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Madison
Wis
Wisconsin Conservation Department
W.T. Calhoun
Mineng, Spooner and Webster
Wisconsin
Ernest Swift
Conservation Commission
Calhoun
J. H. H. Aleexander
Altoona
University of Wisconsin
The
College of St. Thomas At
St. Paul
Dewey Holds Big Lead in Radio Speaker Poll
George Gallup reports Dewey leads as the best radio speaker over Truman and Wallace as campaign tours begin. Dewey dominates among educated voters and Republicans, while older listeners are less likely to name him best. The survey compares perceived radio delivery before and after major broadcasts.
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American Institute of Public Opinion
Princeton
N. J
Mike
Thomas E. Dewey
Truman
Henry A. Wallsee
Progressive Party
Dew Tru
Man
Wallace
Dewey
Northern Ireland summer tourist surge tops postwar years
More visitors travel to Northern Ireland this summer than in any prior postwar season. The report notes a strong uptick in tourism and suggests steady growth across major destinations.
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Ireland
Northern Ireland
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