Tranquilizers transformed care for mental illness
A New York Times report surveys the rise of tranquilizing drugs, noting 35 million prescriptions in 1956 and widespread use outside hospitals. It explains how these pills ease agitation and open paths to psychotherapy, while warning of side effects and risks of casual, nonpsychiatric use.
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Governor Speck enorink Named Governor of Dutch Antilles
The Dutch government announced the appointment of Dr A B Speck enorink from its Washington embassy staff as governor of the Dutch Antilles.
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Abbott Attorney Actor in TV Play
George T. Davis, defense attorney, again uses television to appeal to California Governor Knight to delay the execution of convicted Burton W. Abbott. Davis will portray himself as defense attorney in The People Against McQuade on the Conflict series, marking his acting debut based on a real case.
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Federal jobs dip to four month low in January
Sen. Byrd reported federal employment fell in January to a four month low. The Senate House committee on reduction of non essential expenditures released a payroll total of 2,387,015, down 2,773 from December.
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