Gas Gun for Police Use Deployed to Subdue Rioters
Popular Mechanics explains a two-tuel tank gas gun worn on the back by officers. One tank holds compressed gas liquid, the other a liquid that becomes smoke gas. Trigger discharges gas or a mix several feet, with target directions through doors or holes. Gas masks protect the operator as smoke and tear gas confuse crowds and shield squads.
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New Leningrad Plans for a Modern City
The architectural planning section of the Leningrad Soviet drafts a scheme to re plan the city. The new Leningrad would span both sides of the Neva from Lake Ladoga to the Gulf of Finland about 40 miles, with a population targeted at 5 000 000.
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California Syrup of Figs Recommended for Children's Constipation
Advises using a child friendly liquid laxative with senna and warns against adult strength laxatives for kids. Promotes California Syrup of Figs as safe and effective, noting hospitals use liquid form and that proper dosing improves digestion and appetite. Contains three steps for the liquid test.
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California
Serum to Prevent Pneumonia by Dr. Kolmer
Philadelphia immunologist Dr. John A. Kolmer, head of Temple University medical staff, announces progress toward a serum to prevent pneumonia following his success with an infantile paralysis vaccine. He describes ongoing work, notes the vaccine is preventive only, and plans to vaccinate his own sons once ready.
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Plant Nuts Shrubs and Vines to Aid Wildlife
Washington authorities urge citizens to plant edible nuts and shrubs to support wildlife. Fall is best for nuts like walnuts and hazel. plant four inches deep in woods, hedgerows, and near streams with landowner permission.
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American Game Association
Island Universes within Hercules Extend the Known Cosmos
Dr. E. F. Carpenter of Steward Observatory at the University of Arizona reports discovery of 250 groups of Island universes forming a super-galaxy twenty fifth to be found. Distances reach fifty million light years with some worlds over 10 000 light years across. Light travels six trillion miles in a year highlighting vast cosmic scale. This expands understanding of the universe’s enormity and scope.
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World Fair Embroidery Prompts Fashion Inspired Coat
Hand embroidery by Cherie Nicholas highlights a Patou coat embroidered by Hungarian peasants for Princess Yolanda of Italy. Sallie Rand models with a colonial tricorne hat and veil as the Hungary exhibit inspires a costume international seen as a significant style exponent for autumn and winter.
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Trees get ailments like humans, Syracuse expert says
Syracuse forester Dr. Kay R. Hirt explains trees suffer from bacteria fungi and insects similar to human diseases. He notes black knot on plums and cherries, wounds that bleed and sour sap encouraging decay, advising removal of affected limbs and painting wounds and seeking a forester for diagnosis when trees are valuable.
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Kay R. Hirt
New York State College of Forestry
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Fire in Range Disturbs Squirrels in Patchogue
New York report describes 15 year old Jack Hare lighting a kitchen range fire in his Patchogue home. A mother squirrel fled up the chimney leaving three newborns. one youngster suffered burned paws. He placed the trio in a box under a tree and later used ether to quiet their squeals. Two later disappeared and the mother carried them off. one of the remaining babies died.
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Key to Libby Prison Found in Rubbish Pile
A large brass Libby Prison key about eighteen inches long and weighing two and a half pounds was found in Mt. Carmel Pennsylvania rubbish. The Civil War relic bears the inscription Libby Prison and was reportedly brought by a Civil War veteran about 25 years ago before being misplaced and forgotten until its discovery.
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Franklin Named First Postal Inspector in U S History
W L Noah post office inspector in charge of the St Louis district says Benjamin Franklin was the nation's first postal inspector after serving as Philadelphia post master. The claim appeared in a talk by post office officials in St Louis.
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Snow Flake motif bedspread crochet pattern book excerpt
Crochet motif guide shows a six inch Snow Flake motif using carpet warp. Thirty two motifs per pound yields a spread from single pieces. 29 motifs are in book No 27 for bedspreads and can also decorate curtains pillows scarfs and chair backs. Send 15 cents to Home Craft Co Dept B Nineteenth & St Louis Ave St Louis Mo for book No 27 or 26.
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Climbing Pikes Peak Raises Feats and Fortunes
At the time of discovery Ze bulon Pike praised the Colorado peak named for him as so high it would never be climbed. Automobiles now race to its summit over a perfect speedway.
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Land Use Study Says Four Acres Meet One Man’s Year Needs
A British Medical Association committee estimates an average man requires about four acres of land to supply yearly food, with beef and dairy from pasture and meadow and smaller plots for vegetables and grains. The calculation covers beef, bacon, milk, eggs, flour, potatoes, and other staples.
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London Post
British Medical Association
Why Hospitals Use a Liquid Laxative
Hospitals and doctors favor liquid laxatives because dose can be measured and adjusted to fit individual needs. A properly prepared liquid laxative like Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin provides safe relief without habit formation or kidney irritation. It offers natural movement with minimal discomfort and is suitable for all ages.
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