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Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1926

Page

13

Martyr of X ray returns to ficht for science sake

Hallimore May 10 Dr Frederick Sentry Baetjer professor of Roentgenology at Johns Hopkins Medical School is back at his beat amid tales of the long struggle with the Roentgen ray. He has endured seventy two burns, multiple amputations and skin grafts in a quarter century of exposure yet remains in the fight, continuing experiments begun in 1901 to advance X ray safety and medical use.

Hallimore Frederick Sentry Baetjer Johns Hopkins Medical School Scargely Nealad Roent- Ben Raetjer Ias Baetjer Denon Prof J. Bergonie Hacter Ruelter Badjer Gaetter

Amber trade routes traced by ancient relics

London reports that amber ornaments found in graves reveal ancient Europe trade. M de Navarro told Royal Geographic Society that Baltic amber's unique sucninic acid confirms northern sources and explains prehistoric routes to Italy. Bronze age trade linked amber to bronze. Germany led early commerce, then Italy, with central Europe and Bohemia later joining before decline after 4th century.

London Europe M. de Navarro Cambridge Royal Geographic Society Baltic Mediterranean Italy Germany Porte Bohemia Mr. Navarra

Mrs Capper Dies in Baltimore at Maryland Hospital

Mrs Arthur Capper wife of Senator Capper Kansas died in Baltimore at the Hospital for Women of Maryland after a major operation. Family members were at her bedside. She had been a patient for about five weeks and had shown steady improvement for ten weeks before a relapse ended her life.

Baltimore Mil Artur Capper Senator Capper Kansas Wospital Marland Capper

Children and leaders rally to save Old Ironsides

Historic frigate Old Ironsides, launched in 1797 and tied to Charlestown Navy Yard, is to be restored as a floating national naval museum. School children and major industries have pledged about $200,000 in funds or materials, with West Coast and national firms supplying masts, brass, and finish. An additional $300,000 is still needed to complete the project chaired by Rear Admiral Andrews.

Charlestown Navy Yard Boston Ste West Coast Limberman's Association Secretary of the Navy Paul Revere James A. Farrell United States Steel Corporation du Pont Company Southern Pine Association Turers’ Association National’ Naval Museum Betsy Ross Andrews

Shaving in ancient Mesopotamia and modern echoes

Philadelphia May 14 A Penn Assyriology expert describes how 5,000 years ago Mesopotamians used obsidian razors chipped from stone. He notes barber practices, house construction, and the persistence of lifestyle themes in the Orient across millennia.

Philadelphia Mesopotamia Tate Toy E. Chiera University of Pennsylvania Asia Chiera Kikuk Assyria Assy Linde Orient Kikirk

Cactus Cells Two Centuries Old Revealed by Science

Philadelphia May 10 The American Philosophical Society heard Dr Daniel MacDougal describe cactus cells from Arizona that remain in active growth for 100 to 200 years, with oldest cells found near the base center. He explained how aging cells change size and water absorption and noted wind blowdown as a primary death cause. Mesmerizing longevity contrasts with typical plant cell lifespans. Scientists also reported on chemicals like ethylene chlorhydrin boosting potato growth and light effects on various crops, including tomatoes and barley, with electric illumination experiments underway.

Philadelphia Independance Benjamin Franklin American Philosophical ‘Society Daniel MacDougal Carnego Institute of Washington Science Service Solin M. Coulter Boxee Thompson T Iastitute For Yonkers N. Y Coulter Institute

French Shells Slay 50 Damascus Rebels

Damascus reports say French warships shelled the city for a second time killing about 50 rebels. The bombardment continued into the day as fleets targeted positions in and around Damascus, with casualties mounting among armed fighters. The report notes French forces maintain pressure in the region amid ongoing hostilities.

Damascus Jerusalem

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Lombard War Tensions Rise Over Rebel Capture Plans

Article notes Lombard War discussion after rebels allegedly plotted to seize the city. Property damage described as considerable with no estimates provided. Michael Lucy Kimball reported in fair condition by physician. Mrs Kimball ill at 498 South Street.

Cane French Communiqre Mike Lucy Kimball Big Ten W. OW Blaish

Statistics prove crude production falls behind car registrations

The article notes that crude production is diminishing relative to the number of registered cars, highlighting a growing gap between supply and demand. It cites statistics as evidence of this divergence and implies implications for markets and policy.

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