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Newspaper
Morris Daily Herald
Location
Morris, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1966
Page
3
Special report explains how scientists study genes to understand heredity and growth. The article outlines a submicroscopic world where researchers decode the language of genes to predict or influence future human evolution.
The piece explains how mutations historically arose by accident but predicts future design via chemicals. It covers genes, DNA, RNA, chromosomes, and the role of ribosomes in protein formation, noting both beneficial and harmful mutations and the potential for medical advances like organ growth and disease immunity.
In Dallas 17 people are hospitalized at Parkland with a so called weird neurological disease. A 21 year old man died. other patients range from good to critical. Ages span 21 to 87. Health officials seek help from the U S Public Health Service. Symptoms include twitching limbs stiff neck fever headaches rapid eye movement and unconsciousness.
Trainer-driver Frank Ervin won the American National Maturity with Bret Hanover at Sportsman Park Chicago on June 25, marking the 94th sub two minute mile driving feat.
Hollywood coverage notes Stefanie Powers in NBC’s Girl from U.N.C.L.E. alongside Noel Harrison, as the two double as the series’ twin leads April Dancer and Mark Slate. Harrison reflects on fame, family, and his rise from singing to acting amid studio life and the public’s reception.
The leaf wax protects against evaporation and fungi, while allowing gas exchange. Waxes vary by plant, with cabbage showing about 30 compounds and broccoli about seven. Wax composition affects chemical application and plant care. Floral staircase suggests varied foliage plants for indoor and outdoor displays.
On this date in 1945 Japan offered surrender terms under the Potsdam Treaty. Also noted are 1776 motto proposals for the U.S. seal, Missouri’s 1821 admission, the Smithsonian’s 1846 founding, France declaring war in 1914, and events from 1944, 1958, and a 1965 housing bill.
An automobile crash east of Mattoon Illinois Tuesday night left one man dead and at least six others injured. The deceased was 21 year old Johnny Rinehart of Mattoon. Names of the injured were not released pending next of kin notification. The collision occurred at the intersection of Illinois 16 and Lerner Road.
New York AP reports a mid day rally by airlines did not reverse a market slide. Airlines rose briefly on news that striking mechanics and five grounded carriers might settle via arbitration, but gains faded as details emerged and labor officials questioned assent.
William H. Vermeland of Route 2 Marseilles paid a total of 30 dollars in Magistrate Chester Winsor's court after being ticketed on July 17 for improper use of registration and lacking a valid safety test.
Boston AP reports frozen milk concentrate will let consumers add water and shake to drink. University of Wisconsin food scientist Dr. William D. Powrie says product should be available within a year.
The Athens government increased the installation fee for new telephones from 3 500 to 4 500 drachmae to fund higher wages for telephone company workers. The Finance Ministry ordered the rise, effective immediately.
In letters to Ann Landers readers seek guidance on tactless digs about looks, a dentist rough handling of a child, and whether a husband’s compliments matter. The column offers blunt counsel: the friend is not a true ally, seek clarification, and consider changing dentists. and emphasis on mutual appreciation in marriage.
A detailed prime time lineup lists 2 News Weather 5 News and various network titles across channels 2 5 7 9 including Lost in Space Batman Beverly Hillbillies Zorro I Spy and The Johnny Carson slot. Local weather sports and movie features fill the late evening hours with multiple back to back programming blocks.
Grain prices and quotations for corn oats and beans appear in market listings. Old and new corn and beans are noted with price indications and brief commodity notes.
Chicago Mercantile Exchange results show butter grades AA A B C with scores 93 92 90 89 and prices 7114 7114 6934 67. Eggs grade A whites 43 mixed 43 mediums 38 standards 34 with 70 percent or better.
The pacing horse Su Mac Lad won the International Trot at New York’s Roosevelt Raceway in 1961 and repeated the feat in 1963 marking back to back international victories for the colt trained by Lionel Hill and driven by driver Bert Smith.
Readable crossword clues list with Across and Down items including Caliber Tumble Mother less Rental calf Mountain nymph Rustic contract and more. Contains numerous fragmented entries and partial wordings from the puzzle grid with several numbered items and filler text.
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