Quackery Now A Felony in California Death Led to Crackdown
California became the first state to make medical quackery a felony after the death of Linda Epping 8 from embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma. Chiropractor Marvin Phillips faced second degree murder charges for fraudulently claiming cures and delaying surgery, with penalties up to 10 years. The law, signed by Gov. Reagan, targets unlicensed practitioners who endanger patients.
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Episcopalians Clash Over Heresy Report Revision Debate
York reports split in the Episcopal Church over a four theologian panel's plan for a dramatic revision of canon law to nearly abolish heresy charges. The report, debated in Seattle on September 17, criticizes the church union stance and warns of a possible breakup with Anglican tradition.
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Jury verdict in murder case puts chiropractor behind bars
A Superior Court jury convicted a chiropractor of murder on Sept 4, 1962, and sentenced him to five years to life. The case influenced new legislation aimed at tougher penalties for public quackery and similar offenses.
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Biosatellite to Put Plants Bugs in Orbit
NASA announced a second biosatellite mission for September 7 to study radiation and weightlessness effects on organisms. Managed by Ames in Mountain View, the 940 pound craft will orb it at 196 miles for three days before parachuting into the Pacific for recovery. The payload includes bacteria, a flower, bread mold, a parasitic wasp, and larvae and adults of vinegar gnats.
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