Flea Police Target Marijuana And Poison Research
The report describes using water fleas or daphnia as living detectors for marijuana presence and other toxins to aid law enforcement. It also notes researchers from Philadelphia and Purdue revealing a red squill extract with strong rat-killing potential, claiming high potency and safety for humans though details remain unpublished.
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Stephen J. McDonough
Indianapolis
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Arno Viehoever
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science
United States
C. O. Lee
Purdue University
Floyd J. LeBlanc
South Dakota State College
Mediterranean Sea
Dr. Lee
LeBlanc
Profiteering Sparks Labor Debate with Robt Jackson
Robt Jackson questions private enterprise over labor troubles caused by obstruction and evasion of labor laws from 20 and 3 years ago. He argues profiteering fuels labor strife and urges reflection on enterprise practices toward workers.
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Jackson
Fatal Christmas Week End Murders and Accidents Reported in Deep South
Violent deaths rose in Louisiana and Mississippi over the Christmas weekend with 13 fatalities in Louisiana and six in Mississippi. Auto accidents claimed seven lives and seven people were shot. Notable cases include Otis Staton shot in Union Mississippi and J J Speed, Union marshal, wounded during the manhunt. several other victims died in crashes or from self inflicted harm across the region.
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Associated Press
Louisiana
Mississippi
Americans in China face execution risk as war broadens
Japanese reports claim American nationals in occupied China face execution under new military laws. Tokyo reports seven warships off Tsingtao and advances toward Fengwha and Ningpo while Hangchow is captured. American residents at Tsingtao edge toward refuge aboard three U.S. warships as a Tsingtao blockade impacts Chinese shipping.
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China
Shanghai
Tsinan
Shantung
Tsiwan
Yellow River
Weihsien
Tsingtao
Three Tax Groups Proposed For Corporations
lawmakers propose dividing corporations into three tax classes to ease the shift to an undistributed profits tax. Medium size firms would gain a separate category to avoid a sharp jump at the 25 000 income level. The plan would tax 12 1 2 percent on the first 5 000 14 percent on the next 15 000 and 16 percent on the last 5 000 for a 25 000 income, totaling 3 525. The undistributed profits tax would be 20 percent if profits are kept and 16 percent if paid out, with a 0 25 percentage point drop for every 10 percent distributed. Details for intermediate firms未 defined.
Pardon Granted to Mrs Root on Christmas Day
A Chicago jury of husbands recommended no pardon for Mrs Root who killed her husband in 1935. Trial Judge Philip Wallace declared she was guilty of second degree murder and praised public sentiment against women shooting husbands. The Rev Dr Benjamin F Root urged forgiveness and parole options before the trial. University of California scientists link eruption in Mr St Helens to 100 years ago.
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Philip Wallace
McLain
Benjamin F. Root
Chicago
Coulter Rites Held Sunday
The funeral of Edna Coulter, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs Ben Coulter, was held at the Baptist church in Winnsboro on Sunday at 3 p.m. Interment followed in Winnsboro cemetery. Born December 20, 1920, she was a devout church member, loved by many, and died Christmas Day after a two year illness.
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Edna Coiter
Ben Coulter
Baptist Church
Dana Perry
P. C McCullan
Kenneth Stewart
The
Monroe
Funeral of Mrs Filhiol Noted Parish Resident
The funeral for Mrs. Filhiol was held as family and local friends gathered. She was married to Hardy H. Filhiol in 1875 and lived on Jackson street for many years. Surviving are her three sons John B. Filhiol J R Filhiol and A F Filhiol and daughter Estelle Filhiol plus grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family plantation lineage includes the Caldwell parish homestead dating to 1818 now owned by the Filhiol family.
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Cheele
Clermont de Ferrand
France
Caldwell Parish
Logtown
J. R. Filhiol
Monroe
A. F Filhiol
Shreveport
Estelle Filhiol
John B. Filhiol
Marie Filhiol
Fred L. Hancock
Theda Mae Filhiol
John H. Filhiol
Florence Jeanne F.1hiol
Fred L. Hancock, Jr
Detroit Institute Students Run Their Own Bank
Students at the Detroit Institute of Technology operate the Educational Credit Union of Detroit, chartered by the Michigan Banking Department. Believed to be the only student bank in the United States under state supervision, it pays 4 percent interest on deposits and charges 6 percent on loans for educational purposes, accepting books and promissory notes as security.
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Detroit
Detroit Institute of Technology
Michigan Banking Department
Educational Credit Union of Detroit
United States
Voters Urged to Get Poll Book Receipts Now
Deputies warn that those who do not obtain poll book receipts will be ineligible to vote in the next two years. They pledge readiness for a large turnout and urge urgent pickup of receipts to avoid delays.
Mayor Bengit Assumes Post After Sudden Elevation
Mayor Bengit discusses immediate duties and public cooperation after taking office. He thanks supporters and plans to familiarize himself with responsibilities. He spent Christmas with family on Jackson Street as well wishers called to offer congratulations and best wishes.
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Benoit
Jackson Street
Sheriff Ready for Poll Rush in Parish
Proximate voter figures show a surge as the sheriff prepares for a rush. Poll books close at midnight Friday December 21. Despite a quiet Monday, courthouse traffic for voter qualification renewals remains steady with no notable pickup.
New Chemical Heals Burns Found In Injured Cells
Researchers report a non living chemical extracted from injured cells that can stimulate rapid growth of the same tissue type. Six principles identified, including respiration, glycolysis, and tissue proliferation, with three inhibitors. Not yet tested in living bodies and a tunnel idea is mentioned.
Machado Free From Charges
The Cuban government withdrew all charges against former Cuban President Machado who was held in U S custody on an extradition warrant. Ill in a New York hospital, he was accused of misappropriation of funds and mass murder. The amnesty freed him as Cuban authorities ordered his release. He may not return to Cuba due to illness.
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New York
Gereardo Machado
Cuba
United States
Machado
Iron Man
Garrett W. Cotter
Pablo Suarez
Francis A. O'Neill
Ney
Judge Charles Amidon Dies at 81 in Tucson Winter Home
PR Charles Fremont Amidon a retired North Dakota federal judge aged 81 died last night at his winter home in Tucson Arizona. He served on the federal bench and was known for his long career and public service in North Dakota.
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Tucson
Anz
Charles Fremont Amidon
North Dakota
Creomulsion Promises Relief For Coughs And Colds
Advertises Creomulsion, a Beechwood Creosote cough medicine, claiming it soothes infected mucous membranes and loosens germ laden phlegm. Promises refund if relief is not obtained and emphasizes correct brand spelling.
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