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Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1947

Page

8

Tests Support Theory of Gaseous Origin of Earth

Berkeley chemists report experiments at high temperature showing Earth and planets may have formed as hot gaseous masses expelled from the sun. Dr. Wendell Latimer suggests gravity and cooling rates explain current differences, noting Jupiter retained light elements while Earth formed denser, water forming later in its history.

Berkeley University of California Wendell Latimer College of Chemistry Jupiter Dr. Latimer Earth

Rediscovery of Spicer Isles recalls early Arctic exploration

A Canadian airborne expedition brings back memories of Arctic exploration as Spicer Islands near Foxe Basin are revisited north of Hudson Bay. Captain Luke Foxe’s 1631 voyage under Charles I inspired place names like King Charles Promontory and Brigges his Mathemathickes in the region.

Spicer Islands Canada Northwest Passage Hudson Bay Arctic Circle Foxe Cape Wolstenholme John Wolstenholme Captain Foxe Charles the First Great Brittaine Charles Prince Foxe Channel

California Veterinarians Study Rare Cattle Disease

Four divisions of the University of California College of Agriculture study molybdenum poisoning in dairy cattle across about 400 square miles around Buena Vista Lake Kern county. The condition is cumulative, causing emaciation coat fading and anemia, with young dairy cattle most affected while sheep and other animals show resistance. further study is needed.

University of California College of Agriculture Buena Vista Lake Kern County Kern England

Cricket Invasion Home Defense Tips

Field crickets usually stay outdoors but enter homes when food is scarce. In mild climates house crickets can appear in large numbers from dumps or refuse. Seal cracks and tighten screens to prevent entry. use fly swatters or sprays for occasional sightings. Sodium fluoride powders may control crickets but must be kept away from children and pets.

Dinosaurs Stayed In Shade Sunlight Cold To Survive

University of California scientist Raymond B. Cowles and American Museum of Natural History researchers Edwin H. Colbert and Charles M. Bogert propose that dinosaurs endured a 100 million year reign by adapting to heat and cold. They suggest temperature rise could have sterilized them or that food shortages and competition helped drive extinction.

Raymond B. Cowles University of California Edwin H. Colbert Charles M. Bogert American Museum of Natural History Cowles Colbert Bogert

Early Medicines and Household Remedies Through History

The note surveys common home medicines from Europe and England across centuries. It lists Bengoin tincture as Turlington's Drops, gentian tincture from Stoughton’s Great Cor Dial Elixir, Plummer's Pills, lavender tincture as Palsy Drops, Gregory's Powder for rhubarb, Daffy’s Elixir for senna, and Count of Palma's Powder for magnesium carbonate.

Europe Turlington Daffy Italy Count of Palma

Tests Show Eight Amino Acids Essential to Die

Tests on human volunteers indicate eight of the amino acids are essential in man’s diet, while the other 13 amino acids are not required for nitrogen balance. Dr William C Rose of the University of Illinois reports that subjects fed purified amino acids maintained equilibrium. removing single amino acids allowed observation of their necessity. The research aims to determine the minimum required amount of the eight essential amino acids.

William C. Rose University of Illinois Rose

Expansion in hull of Queen Elizabeth and food safety note

The Queen Elizabeth hull design uses elastic steel in stressed areas to handle heavy seas while expansion joints isolate sections for movement. Trichinosis warns about undercooked pork and sausage amid winter cooking concerns. Guidance on digging and storing dahlia tubers explains frost timing, prevention of breakage, and ideal storage at 40 to 45 degrees.

Osceola Community Notes Highlight Local Visits and Events

Jean Ann Smith, a piano student at York Conservatory, performed a Bach Schaum program at Convocation on May 5. Osceola residents participated in church services, farm bureau, rural electrification banquet, and family visits while several locals attended events in Stromsburg, Benedict, Battle Creek, and Omaha.

Jean Ann Smith York Conservatory of Music Jean Ann L. M. Smith Osceola Bill Grossnicklaus Rayne Culver City California Ervin Grossnicklaus Fairview Farm Bureau LaVern Duke Miss McBeth J A Carlson Cedric Fineey Fairview Hall Marlin Johnson Wausa Elmer Peterson Calmar Dunn Lake Ericson Bruce Pickett George Buchta Nellie Benson Clyde E. Smith Robert Owens Hayward Owens LaVina Herrmann Lewis Herrmann City H. S Bklund Omaha

Rose Fungicidal Dust For Roses And Other Flowers

Du Pont introduces a special fungicidal dusting compound to control foliage diseases in roses including black spot powdery mildew and rust. It can be used as a dust or spray and is suitable for carnations and snapdragons. Apply to cover new foliage during rainy or foggy periods and avoid overapplication.

du Pont Company

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