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Mt Vernon Register News

Location

Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1968

Page

7

Infants Drown In Pool In California Home

In Woodland Hills California the twin daughters of wrestler Buddy Killer Austin drowned in the family pool. Fifteen month olds Sandrina and Christina were found by their 11 year old brother Kevin after they wandered out a sliding door. Their mother Carmelita and a neighbor tried mouth to mouth resuscitation before EMS arrived. Authorities say the girls fell into the pool while playing and their father Austin Rogers was not at home.

Woodland Hills Calif Buddy Austin Sandrina Christina Kevin Carmelita Austin Rogers

Overseas telephony begins in 1927 with cross Atlantic call

In 1927, New York City Mayor Jimmy Walker initiated a historic overseas commercial telephone service by contacting the Lord Mayor of London, marking a landmark in international communications.

New York Jimmy Walker London

Aerosol Can Safety Cautions From Dr. Brandstadt

Medical columnist Wayne G Brandstadt M D warns of hidden hazards with aerosol sprays. He notes explosion risks from heated or discarded cans and urges strict label adherence and proper ventilation. He also advises opening valves to vent residual spray before disposal and cautions about flammable or toxic fumes.

Buerger Wayne G. Brandstadt M.D Brandstadt

Almost Natural Synthetic Emeralds in Gem Trade History

The first synthetic emeralds were produced in Germany in 1930 and later in the United States. These gems, at their best, are nearly indistinguishable from natural emeralds, a high-valued gem with a 2,000 year history.

Germany United States

World Almanac Facts on World Languages

The World Almanac reports about 2796 languages spoken today with more than 1200 used by American Indian tribes. It notes 14 languages have 50 million plus speakers: Chinese English Hindustani Russian Spanish German Japanese Arabic Malay Bengali Portuguese Italian and Urdu.

Pilots must serve year in Vietnam under new Air Force rule

The Air Force mandated that all pilots flying combat missions against North Vietnam must serve a full 12 months, ending the prior limit of 100 missions. The change aims to equalize duty between North and South Vietnam aircrews, with North Vietnam crews now facing longer tours and potential avoidance of high risk areas. Navy and Marine carrier pilots remain without a mission cap, typically staying about six months.

Washington Air Force North Vietnam South Vietnam Southeast Asia U.S North Navy Marine

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