Fordham's Bronx land sale to Indians noted in history
New York reports that in 1673, the Indians received 60 guilders wampum for a section of New York’s Bronx called Fordham. The deed lists 13 coats of duffles, one half anchor of Rome, two cans of Brandywine, and other small items totaling 60 guilders wampum. Rose Hill, part of the Fordham tract, houses Fordham University, marking its 125th anniversary this year.
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Hospitalized in Geneseo for heart attack
Relatives report Charles Fuhr is in a Geneseo Illinois hospital for heart attack treatment. Guild Girls of First Baptist Church met at counselor Mrs Donald Foss's home this week. Shelly Simmering and Lauri Little led the reading time. Mrs Walter Starr gave thanks before valentine refreshments brought by Peggy Collett.
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New altimeter could aid jet pilots safety
A radar linked altimeter device, tested with Boeing 727s, would provide pilots with 500 foot interval aural altitude reports starting at 2,000 feet. FAA discussed the device at a meeting after four fatal 727 crashes to improve safety, noting some pilots may not monitor altitude or misread it.
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Asian flu spreads through California
The Asian strain of influenza spreads across California reaching epidemic levels in at least 18 counties and likely to widen. Dr. Michael Gay warns the epidemic has not peaked. Thousands of schoolchildren are sick with type A flu and many teachers are ill statewide causing classes to be handled by staff. In Los Angeles about 3,000 teachers and 300,000 students were absent. GOP Sen. Kuchel and Gov. Brown both affected by flu in the period.
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Space rendezvous plans changed for Gemini era display
NASA disclose plans once aimed for a Gemini 7 and 6 two-ship rendezvous, to be tested near space. The idea, prompted by an Agena satellite failure, evolved into the Spirit of 76 event with Gemini 6 and 7 in December. Armstrong and Scott then prepared for a March 15 Gemini 8 rendezvous and a possible two-hour spacewalk. Elderly and very young populations in the US are growing faster than those 18 to 64.
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Osteopathic Doctor and Eye Care Services Ad
Dr P L Etter Osteopathic physician offers treatment for rectal diseases. John W Lemmon OD provides eye examinations glasses fitting and visual training for children at 527 South Iowa across from Christian Tabernacle. Phone numbers listed 653 3303 and 653 2987.
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Yale Professor Attacks U S On Viet Nam Gas War
Yale history assistant professor Lynd condemned U S actions in Viet Nam at a Montreal rally. He accused Washington of using lethal gas and chemical warfare, saying tear gas and defoliants were misrepresented as nonlethal. Lynd had traveled to Hanoi in January with Aptheker and Hayden. the State Department canceled his passport.
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Students Injured as Three Vehicles Burn In Collision
Four college students were injured when their cars burst into flames after a collision in Iowa City. Neal Harris 21 Marshalltown struck a parked car causing gasoline to ignite. Stewart Jacobson 22 Des Moines hospitalized in fair condition. Patsy Grossman 19 Vinetta and Jerrie Berge 20 Clear Lake in good condition. Damages estimated at 1800 dollars. Harris charged with failing to have his vehicle under control.
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