Franklin County Undertakes Major Meeker Archaeological Dig
Franklin County launches a two week excavation of the Rev Jothan Meeker farmstead near Ottawa. The Kansas State Historical Society and Kansas Anthropological Association organize the dig for June, inviting public tours and offering participation through the EAA for a $4 fee. Local groups and institutions support the project including Ottawa Public Library, Ottawa University, Fogle Quarry, and the DAR chapter.
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Franklin County
Ottawa
Kansas State Historical Society
Kansas Anthropological Association
KSHS
KAA
Franklin County Historical Society
FCHS
John Mark Lambertson
Ottawa Mission Cemetery
Jothan Meeker
Meeker
Kansas
EAA
Ottawa Public Library
Lambertson
Old Depot
Emory Morgan
Ottawa University
Fogle Quarry
Franklin County Commissioners
Edward Hand
the Daughters of the American Revolution
Study compares term babies with Frustaci septupiets details
Medical notes compare characteristics of normal term infants to Frustaci septupiet multiple birth. Infant death rate for those born 12 weeks early with duct malfunctions is about 40 percent per experts. Length and weight averages given for survivors.
No One To Blame For Problem Down Syndrome Letters
A reader questions the care received during pregnancy after a Down syndrome birth and laments lacking amniocentesis. Ann Landers explains the doctor’s stance and the medical limits of ultrasound for Down syndrome detection. A second reader defends premarital contraception, urging responsibility and protection. Ohio reader agrees on sexual responsibility.
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Ann Landers
Ann
Down
John Sciarra
Northwestern University
Put Chores In Their Place Time In A Busy Society
Time is scarce as more work from home and leisure activities rise. Deniece Schofield advises shoppers to judge clothing by maintenance value, read labels, and choose durable items. Proper care includes reading detergent labels, pre soaking, pre treating spots, and avoiding over drying to prevent wrinkles.
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Deniece Schofield
Schofield
Exercise May Prove To Be A Contraceptive
Boston AP reports that a New England Journal of Medicine study finds hormonal irregularities are common among women runners. The result is temporary infertility despite normal menstrual cycles, suggesting some exercising women may misjudge fertility and should be evaluated if pregnancy is desired.
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Ohio
Boston
New England Journal of Medicine
Gary S. Skinnar
Doctors Optimistic About Six Frustaci Septuplets
In Orange County doctors report the six surviving Frustaci septuplets, four boys and two girls, remain in critical but stable condition after birth 12 weeks early. Peanut the smallest weighs a pound as they contend with patent ductus arteriosis and hyaline membrane disease. Brain scans are normal, and overall survival is considered hopeful though risk remains high.
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Orange
Calif
Orange County
Patricia Frustaci
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Frustaci
Ragnar Amne
Cen Landers
Alice Brooks Crafts
Readar Main
Ottawa Herald
Northern Bivd
Woodside
Alice Brooks
Crestview Nursing Home
Dorothy Absiaher
Health Service
Cathy Wallace
W. 7Th Terrace
Aflie Einn
Tarra
Danielle Pera
Salt Lake City
Utah
New York State
Child Find, Inc
P.O
New Paltz, N.Y
Stan's Gleaning Service
S. Main
Playtex
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