U.S. Traffic Deaths Down in 1957 Indicates Safer Roads
The National Safety Council reported a roughly 2,400 decrease in traffic fatalities from 1956 to 1957 with 38,500 deaths in 1957, the mileage death rate at 4.0 per 100 million miles, marking a historic low and suggesting a turning point in the war on traffic. Monthly totals varied, with August rising slightly.
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Eisenhower adviser urges hot minds over hot rods in science drive
Dr James R Kilian Jr urged more support for science training at a Yale conference, saying the nation must emphasize “hot minds” in science and technology rather than a race to outdo the Soviet Union. He called for better pay for teachers, students aid, and stronger education-building efforts. The appeal came as President Eisenhower’s science adviser spoke to leaders across education industry and government.
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