Science Interest Declines Among Top Young Minds Abroad
A report shows a drop in interest in science and engineering among highly capable American youth. It analyzes career choices and fields of study and notes reduced popularity of science oriented majors and careers.
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Robert C. Nichols
National Merit Scholarship Corp
Science
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Nichols
Engineering
Chemical
Religion in Schools Predicted in Next Quarter Century
Latrobe seminarist Father Aelred J Beck warned that religion may become a regular public school subject within 25 years. He argued theology is essential for moral development and cites Neumann on teaching theology in schools. He noted secular trends and the need for moral education amid poverty and growth.
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United States
Father Aelred
Cardinal Neumann
Aelred
Birmingham
Dallas
Playground Notes Highlight City Activities and Events
City playgrounds host a busy week of contests and events as planning continues for the Street Fair including singing square dancing a hat fashion show and china painting demonstrations. A softball league is being organized and the recreation department will sponsor buses to Pittsburgh for the Pirate Knot Hole Club game on August 1. tickets are available to children ages 9 to 14 at any playground. Bike Safety Day is proclaimed with activities from 2 to 3 p.m. at Bolinger Croton Dean Park Franklin Washington Harbor Heights Kennedy Mahoning Shenango and West Pittsburgh. Contest winners include Cindy Cook Carmy Appecci at Croton and Cynthia Bistyga Patsy Audion Judy Presnar at Franklin. leaders Mary Ann Rowles Bob Biordi Croton and Pat Hall Tom Teplica Franklin.
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City Recreation Department
Pittsburgh
Richard H. Biddle
Croton Playground
Cindy Cook
Carmy Apecelli
Cynthia Bistyga
Patsy Audion
Judy Presnar
Franklin
Mary Ann Rowles
Bob Biordi
Croton
Pat Hall
Tom Teplica Franklin
Youth Scout Correspondents Chosen for Jamboree Coverage
Tim Flora and Bud Meagher of Troop 37 named Boy Scout correspondents by The News to cover the National Boy Scout Jamboree at Valley Forge State Park July 15 23. About 50 000 scouts explorers and leaders from 1200 troops will attend with 40 Lawrence County participants and 10 Canadian troops represented.
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Tim Flora
Orville Flora
Decker Dr
Bud Meagher
William Meagher
W. Elizabeth Sr
New Castle News
Valley Forge State Park
Valley Forge
Lawrence County
U.S
Lawrence County Council
Canada
Seek qualified help for learning problems not untested cures
Parents should consult qualified doctors educators and psychologists before starting any treatment for learning problems. Schools will use all resources and refer families to experts or clinics with proven training and facilities to avoid untested or harmful methods. Collaboration with physicians and school officials is advised for a successful outcome.
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David Nydice
UPI
Goro the giant toy robot wows Tokyo children
Japanese inventor Kiro Aizawa showcases Goro a 271 pound five foot five inch toy robot built with a radio control range of 300 yards. Goro talks blinks and bows while four elder siblings help the inventor with the family project.
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Tokyo
UPI
Goro
Kiro Aizawa
Tokyo International
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