New Developments in Telephones and Computers
Babson Park author Roger Babson forecasts easier telephone use with new rapidialer tech. He notes many independents exist beyond two giants and cites growing computer and laser advances from IBM, Honeywell, RCA, Sperry Rand, and Control Data. Townes highlights laser communications potential.
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Babson Park
Mass
American Telephone & Telegraph Co
Western Electric
General Telephone & Electronics Corp
Progressive Electronics
Sylvania Electric
United States
Florida
Jay’’ Freke-Hayes
International Business Machines
Minneapolis - Honeywell
Sperry-Rand
Control Data Corp
Laser tech advances for space and industry
A Winters Enterprise excerpt discusses laser technology’s potential in space communication and precise cutting. It notes future uses in surgery and industrial welding, highlighting lasers as a growing field. A Tampa talk by Dr. George L. Haller urges machines to organize vast data, store it compactly, and retrieve specifics, envisioning domestic “home computers” handling groceries, appointments, finances, and billing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tampa
Florida
George L. Haller
General Electric
April 15 Deadline For Filing Social Security Report
April 15 1964 marks the due date for the 1963 Annual Report of Earnings for social security beneficiaries and an earnings estimate for 1964. If you earned over 1200 in 1963 or were under 72 in any month, file now to avoid loss of benefits.
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Social Security Administration
Indians Shaped Flint Tools by Flaking and Grinding
Indigenous groups practiced flaking and grinding to produce weapons and tools from flint. The process involved removing flakes to shape edges and testing durability for practical use. The craft reflects skilled lithic technology and daily survival needs.
Safety Urged In Household Use Of Pesticides
Agriculture Commissioner John C White warns spring sales of pesticides will rise and emphasizes safe use. Read labels, store out of reach of children, and avoid reusing containers. Do not spray indoors with gas mask needs, and avoid spraying in high wind or near water and food for animals.
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White
Commissioner White
Texas Department of Agriculture
U.S.C.A
Soil Saving Practices Boost Local Farmers Profits
Progressive farmers in the Runnels Soil Conservation District show higher net income with conservation cropping. H Giesecke notes soils lose organic matter unless replaced. Woodrow Hoffman cites yields tied to cropping systems and emphasizes high residue crops plus returning stubble to soil to maintain organic matter. Continuous cotton reduces soil health and profits.
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Runnels Soil
Local
Soil Conservation Service
Runnels
Hoffman
Outdoor lore and animal facts from a nature column
Practical hunting and camping tips mix with natural history notes. Tips include sharpening fishing knots with clear polish, camouflaging clothes from khaki, and waterproofing toilet tissue in a coffee can. The piece then lists diverse animal facts on toads lizards birds mammals and behaviors from camels to parrots.
Easter visit to Gardner home noted in Burkburnett
Kay Gardner and Margaret Janeke of Burkburnett spent Easter with Kay's grandparents Mr and Mrs F D Gardner in Gardner home.
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Kay Gardner
Margaret Janeke
Burkburnett
F. D. Gardner
Mr and Mrs C L Chapman Visit Fort Worth
Mr and Mrs C L Chapman spent the past weekend with Mrs Chapman’s sisters Mrs W A Welsh and Mrs H L Jackson in Fort Worth.
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Fort Worth
C. L. Chapman
Be Busy Sewing Club Elects New Officers
Mrs. Fred Poe was elected president of the Be Busy Sewing Club at a meeting held at the Lloyds home in Pumphrey. Mrs. George Lloyd became vice president and Mrs. Bill Millorn was named reporter. The next meeting is set for April 13 at the Martin home.
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Fred Poe
George Lloyd
Pumphrey
Bill Millorn
J. C. Martin
Etta Bryant
G. T. Shott
W. E. Coley
M. H. Hogan
Nadeen Smith
L. B. Blackmon
O. M. Kane
The Genuine Ivory Look Cannot Be Duplicated
The article asserts that real ivory quality surpasses any imitation and stresses the unique appearance and value of authentic ivory materials.
Fertilizer Use Rises Among Texas Agriculturists
Extension soil chemist Charles D. Welch of Texas A and M University notes farmers and ranchers in Texas increasingly recognize the value of proper fertilization and liming. Examples show $5.40 investment yielding $14.97 per acre on grain sorghum, plus higher yields and better soil moisture use, even in dry spells. A soil test helps determine lime status and fertilizer needs, with county agents offering guidance.
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Texas
Charles D. Welch
Texas A & M University
Elmo Cook
Travis County
Milford Olson
Elroy
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Honeywell
Minneapolis
Roger Babson
M.I.T
Charles Townes
Bahlman Cleaners
SS Annual
John C. White
Smith
Peter McGuire
New York
PN Ee S Lee
New Guinea
Australia
India
Burma
Gardner Home
Welch
Social Security Service
Wayne Hunt Way
Tfc
Bedford
Insurance Agency
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