Health risk warned from CB radios and EM radiation
A Dimensions article by Fred McGehan of the National Bureau of Standards warns that CB radios and other emitters add to pervasive electromagnetic radiation. He cites interference with electronics and medical devices, and notes potential health concerns for drivers and the public.
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Washington
Dimensions
National Bureau of Standards
U.S. Department of Commerce
Fred McGehan
McGehan
Federal Communications Com
CBer ship saves yacht crew with CB Mayday call
In an unusual rescue, a 30 foot Timberlane yacht off the Florida Keys issued a Mayday on a CB radio. The distress message, heard 2,000 miles away in Tucson, led to help for C R Minshall George Masten and Jack Hanlon on their maiden voyage. The engine heat exchanger cracked and the vessel began taking on water, prompting the emergency call.
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John D. McClain
Associated Press
Washington (Ap
Tucson
Ariz
Dallas Peyton
Timberlane
Florida Keys
C.R. Minshall
George Masten
Jack Hanlon
Marathon
Fla
Hanlon
Soviet CB style radio proposed by youths and paper
Soviet hobbyists and Komsomolskaya Pravda push a near CB radio system for wide use including children. The plan aims to curb unlicensed rock music broadcast hooligans who often relay VOA and interfere with programs, with home built gear and rare automotive sets.
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Komsomolskaya Pravda
King
the Lord
the Knight
Voice of America
Nikolai Dombkovsky
Citizens Band
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