Skylab Crew Tries To Cut Station Heat
Skylab 3 astronauts have shut off lights and other equipment and changed work schedules to fight a heat wave in orbit. Commander Gerald P Carr reported the crew faced rising temperatures as the station stays in continuous sunlight for four days, with interior temps climbing from 71 to near 85 87 degrees before cooling later. Flight director Milton Windler said the crew reduced heat by disabling optional gear and sleeping in cooler areas.
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Average bad check in supermarkets cited at 27.17 dollars
The Super Market Institute reports the typical bad check received by supermarkets totals 27.17 dollars. This figure reflects checks accepted by retailers and highlights payment risk faced by stores.
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Energy Shortage Impacts U S Industrial Output
The December 1973 energy crisis cut industrial output by 0.5 percent, the steepest fall in over two years. Auto production dropped 14.6 percent from November, electricity and gas use fell, and home appliance output also declined while core industries held steady. Personal income topped $1.035 trillion for 1973.
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Asymptomatic Males May Drive Gonorrhea Spread
Seattle researchers report two thirds of gonorrhea cases in 2628 Army enlisted men showed few or no symptoms. The study, in the New England Journal of Medicine, suggests asymptomatic men form a large reservoir and routine cultures in high risk groups may be needed.
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