Science confirms influenza germ camouflaged by mouse cells
Researchers using a giant centrifuge separated the influenza virus from camouflaging mouse lung tissue, revealing tiny particles that can infect about 500 mice when lined up. Vaccines show promise, with antibodies rising after vaccination and attempts to use convalescent serum for temporary protection.
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Science Service
BR. M. Taylor
Rockefeller Foundation
Lancet
C. H. Andrewes
P. P. Laidlaw
Wilson Smith
England
F. H. Horsfall, Jr
E. H. Sennette
Inca Militarism and the Illusion of Peace
A study by Dr. Joseph Bram of Columbia University analyzes the Inca empire’s expansion and policing. It argues conquest required constant vigilance, with a rigid police state and forced relocation to prevent revolts, illustrating how warfare shaped social and political systems.
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Dr. Bram
Assyria
Andes
Bram
Norway
Reindeer Herding Extends Gift Role in Arctic Regions
Good Gifts By Science Service notes reindeer, once gifts in Christmas lore, become a practical resource for the Eskimo. In Alaska and Arctic Canada governments support herding to provide steadier meat and hides, enabling more permanent settlements.
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Santa Claus
Alaska
Arctic Canada
Making Photo Xmas Cards Proves Profitable to Clubs
Experimental science feature notes how photo Christmas cards from personal negatives became a money maker for clubs. It recounts methods for single printing and paper negatives, tips on masking, safe-light use, and timing, plus a report of the Kalama zo Kalama Central High Chem Club earning about 25 dollars to fund lab equipment.
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Joseph. H. Kraus
Santa
Central High School
Kalamazoo, Mich
Science Club Launch Ad Letter Request
A call to organize a local Science Club in shops, schools, or neighborhoods. Readers are invited to write to the newspaper's Science Service at 1719 N Street Northwest Washington DC for guidance.
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Science Service
N St
N. W
Washington, D. C
How to Shape a Christmas Tree by Doctoring Branches
A short guide explains boosting the fullness of a Christmas tree by trimming a taller specimen and inserting pruned branches into drilled holes. The process promises a natural look and longer freshness, saving a dollar or more.
New Gadgets and Inventions Parade in Gadget Bulletin
A roundup of new devices includes an automatic stove damper thermostatically controlled, classroom vacuum erasers, a three layered porous rubber garter, a clear plastic display eye catcher, a 12 foot long typewriter carriage, contact mikes for engine diagnostics, wing tip mikes for pilots, and a hollow block icepack for refrigerators. Science Service invites readers to request Gadget Bulletin 85 with a three cent stamp.
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Science Service
St. N. W
Washington, D. C
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Jane Stafford
University of Pennsylvania
Leslie A. Chambers
Werner Henle
Thomas Francis, Jr
New York University College of Medicine
Francis
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America
Europe
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Experimental Science
Amer
Science Servic
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India
Johnny
Teacher
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