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Through the years there have been many industrial developments, but no other industry has undergone the rapid growth of the plastics industry. Millions of dollars are spent yearly in plastics research to find new and improved plastics and to find ways to lower the cost of producing plastics. To quote Mr. McGuire from the 1967 movie “The Graduate,” “I want to say one word to you. Just one word. Plastics.” Make your way down this timeline to learn more about these amazing materials.
• 1862: The world was introduced to plastic at the Great International Exhibition in London by British chemist Alexander Parkes. Parkes formulated a material he called Parkesine, which was derived from organic cellulose (part of the cell wall of green plants). Once heated, this substance could be molded, and it retained its shape when cooled. The product failed due to the high cost of production and its highly flammable nature. • 1869: A $10,000 prize was offered for the discovery of a new material to replace the use of ivory in the making of billiard balls. American printer John Wesley Hyatt entered the contest and discovered what he called “Celluloid.” Celluloid was synthesized from cotton fiber and the plant material camphor, and could be molded into desired shapes. turn the page for more!
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PLASTICS (continued) • One big drawback was the flammable nature of celluloid; the balls had a tendency to explode on contact. The plastic was used as a substitute for amber and tortoiseshell and was later used for film in photography and movies. • 1907: Formaldehyde greatly advanced the technology of plastic. New York chemist Leo Hendrik Baekeland improved phenolformaldehyde reaction techniques creating the first completely synthetic, man-made plastic trade-named Bakelite. The mixture was highly heat-resistant and extremely hard and could be added to most materials (even softwood) to make them more durable. In the ‘20s and ‘30s, manufacturers made Bakelite jewelry and clock and radio cases that were uniquely styled. Bakelite became a commercial success. • 1920: Polyvinyl Chloride, or PVC, was developed to replace increasingly costly natural rubber. Approximately 75 percent of all PVC manufactured today is used in construction materials, as well as upholstery, clothing, piping, flexible hoses, tubing, flooring, roofing membranes, shower curtains and electrical cable insulation. PVC is useful because it resists fire and water. • 1933: Polyethylene was discovered by accident by two chemists in Northwich, England. It proved to have excellent insulating properties and was used during World War II to insulate radar systems for airplanes. Today, polyethylene makes up the largest volume of plastic in the world with an annual production of approximately 80 million metric tons. It’s cheap, flexible, durable and chemically resistant. It is used in soda bottles, milk jugs, plastic bags and food storage containers.
Agent Orange List The Department of Veterans Affairs has added ships to the list of those carrying veterans presumed to have been exposed to Agent Orange. This is a welcome change that will save veterans a lot of legwork in hunting for very old documentation in their quest for compensation benefits. The additions to the ship list include those that the VA has confirmed either sent crew ashore, docked or traveled the inland waterways in Vietnam. The specifics: The ships were Navy and Coast Guard that were operating in the waters off Vietnam between Jan. 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975. Being on a ship in an open water harbor does not count. There are now 14 illnesses recognized as presumptive for Agent Orange exposure. This means you don’t have to prove a link between your exposure and illness, only that you were there. Online, the long way to get there is: www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/agentorange/ or take a shortcut by going to www.va.gov and putting “Ships List” in the search box. The first three items that show up are what you’re looking for: “List of Ships Associated with Presumptive Agent Orange Exposure,” “Alphabetized Ships List” and “Ship Not on the List?” An odd thing: The VA press release on this topic says that veterans who have evidence such as “deck logs, ship histories, and cruise book entries” should scan and send them to 211_AOSHIPS.VBACO@va.gov. It’s almost as if the VA is looking for more proof of exposure. Additionally, the National Archives is collecting deck logs and more. Go to www.archives. gov and put “dock logs Vietnam” in the search box. You’ll find a lot of resources. Be sure to read the blogs: Archives staffers actually post responses to queries. If you need help proving your exposure aboard a ship, call the Special Issues Helpline at 1-800-749-8387 and press 3.
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Constant Barking Gets on Neighbors’ Nerves By Samantha Mazzotta
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dog barks and howls at everything, whether it’s the lawnmower next door or the neighborhood kids playing down the street. He barks at night; he barks when we’re at work. It’s embarrassing, really. My neighbors have complained about it, but I don’t know what to do to stop “Jellyroll” from barking. -- Claire S., Orlando, Fla.
exit door. Step outside the door and shut it. Does he begin to bark? Now, step inside and have him sit and stay again -- don’t allow him to jump up. Repeat these steps until Jellyroll no longer howls when you step outside -- and when he doesn’t howl, give him a treat each time after you come back in. This could take several sessions, so don’t lose heart.
DEAR CLAIRE: It sounds to me as if Jellyroll is anxious about the strange noises he hears outside, and also feels anxious when you’re not at home or asleep in a separate room. Separation anxiety is a very common problem in dogs. Aggression barking also is a common issue. But they can be dealt with.
To help deal with his barking at outside noises, socialize Jellyroll further. Introduce him to one or two humans at a time, max, when they visit or when out for a walk. When a scary noise like a lawnmower sets him off, have him sit and stay and give him lots of encouragement and praise as long as he stays and doesn’t bark.
To reduce separation anxiety, you must work to increase Jellyroll’s confidence that you are not abandoning him when you leave his sight. One way to do this is to have him sit and stay near an
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the heart sometimes can restore a normal beat. Heart specialists also use a technique called ablation. They thread into the heart a special catheter that has the capability of creating tiny scars with radio waves or ultrasound waves or by freezing tissue. The scars form an impenetrable barrier to the renegade electric signals causing fibrillation. The booklet on heartbeat irregularities discusses atrial fib and the more common abnormal heartbeats. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue -- No. 107W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. Enclose a check or money order for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Many months ago, my feet turned numb. The numbness has spread up to my knees. It has made me quite unsteady when I walk. My doctor can’t find a cause or treatment for this. Can you suggest anything? -- L.O. ANSWER: Your description fits peripheral neuropathy, a deterioration of nerve function, often of the leg nerves. The causes for it are many. Frequently, however, a precise cause can’t be determined. You need to make an appointment to see a neurologist as soon as you can. *** DEAR DR. DONOHUE: What does it mean when there are bubbles in the toilet after urinating? Every time I urinate, foaming bubbles appear on the surface of the water. Is this an indication of a medical problem? If so, what should I do? -- W.G. ANSWER: When you pour one liquid from a height onto another, bubbles form. That’s normal. If the bubbles are dense and as extensive as a head of beer, that can be an indication of protein in the urine. For those kinds of bubbles, a urinalysis, one of the cheapest lab tests, will confirm or refute the presence of urinary protein.
• 1933: Polyvinylidene Chloride was discovered at Dow Chemical. PVDC was found to be resistant to oxygen, water, acids, bases and solvents and creates a barrier against oxygen, moisture, chemicals and heat. It was originally used to protect military equipment. The substance was sprayed on fighter planes to protect them against saltwater. After Dow discovered PVDC would cling to almost any surface, Saran Wrap was introduced to the public in 1953.
• 1937: Polyurethane was first developed as a replacement for rubber at the beginning of WWII. This organic polymer was invented by Friedrich Bayer of Germany. It is now used for mattresses, furniture padding and thermal insulation. It is also used for sports wear fabrics such as “lycra.” • 1938: A chemist working for DuPont named Roy Plunkett discovered Teflon. Plunkett pumped Freon gas into a cylinder left in cold storage overnight. The gas dissipated, leaving a slippery, solid white powder. He found this powder to be impervious to acids, cold and heat. It was ideal for use in the lining of pots and pans to make them stick-free and is widely used in kitchenware today.
• 1939: The first nylon stockings were introduced by DuPont labs at the New York World’s Fair in 1939-1940. During the 1940s, cheap synthetic polymers, such as nylon, acrylic, neoprene and polyethylene, began to replace the use of natural materials in many things. One example is nylon replacing animal hairs in toothbrushes. • 1948: ABS, or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, was first discovered during World War II as an alternative to rubber. ABS was patented in 1948 and introduced to commercial markets in 1954.
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It is a tough, light-weight plastic, resistant to heat and has the ability to be injection molded and extruded, which makes it useful in the manufacture of many different products like piping, musical instruments, golf club heads, car parts and some toys, including Legos. Even some tattoo inks use particles of ABS ground down to less than a micrometer in diameter to make the colors more vivid.
• 1953: Chemist Dr. Daniel Fox of GE became one of the discoverers of the polycarbonate resin that was patented as Lexan. He found that once the gooey substance hardened, it could not be broken or destroyed without great effort. In 1968, the company began using sheets of Lexan in bus and train windows and to make bullet-resistant laminates. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin wore pressure helmets made of Lexan as they took the first steps on the moon. The material is also used in football helmets, traffic signal housing units, car headlights, fighter jet windshields, car dashboards, laptop housings, CDs, DVDs and cell phones. • 1954: Polystyrene foam, more commonly known as Styrofoam, was discovered in 1839. Dow Chemical introduced Styrofoam to the public in 1954. The material is used for packaging, as a building material and in toys and other household items. • 1965: DuPont scientist Stephanie Kwolek developed a way to spin fiber from liquid crystalline solutions. The resulting material was lightweight, flexible and five times as strong ounce for ounce as steel. This later became known as Kevlar and is used to make various military and police protection products including flak jackets, bulletproof vests and other protective wear. • 1979: Polar fleece is a soft, napped insulating synthetic fabric made from Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and other synthetic fibers. Polar Fleece was first created in 1979 by Malden Mills, now Polartec LLC. The goal was to develop a new, light, yet strong, pile fabric that could mimic, and in some ways surpass, wool. Fleece has some of wool’s finest qualities but weighs a fraction in comparison, is more lightweight than other polyester fabrics and doesn’t hold moisture.
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• It was American artist and illustrator Florence Scovel Shinn who made the following observation: “The game of life is the game of boomerangs. Our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later with astounding accuracy.” • In 1811 and again in 1812, earthquakes caused the Mississippi River to temporarily reverse course. • You might be surprised to learn that about a million Americans say they drink Coca-Cola for breakfast. • Dominique Bouhours, a Frenchman who lived in the 17th century, was a priest, an essayist and a grammarian. The love of language may have been closest to his heart, though; it’s been reported that the final words he uttered on his deathbed were, “I am about to -- or I am going to -- die; either expression is used.”
• The United States isn’t the only country that has an accolade to recognize excellence in the film industry. Here the awards are known as the Oscars, but other nations have their own names for the awards: In Canada they’re known as Genies, in France they’re Cesars, in Russia they’re called Nikas, in Mexico they’re Golden Ariels, in Spain they’re known as Goyas, and in the United Kingdom they’re called Orange British Academy Film Awards. • Those who study such things say that millions of trees are planted accidentally when absentminded squirrels forget where they buried their nuts. • In ancient Rome, if you had a hooked nose you were considered to be a born leader. *** Thought for the Day: “Four-fifths of all our troubles would disappear, if we would only sit down and keep still.” -- Calvin Coolidge
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1. Is the Book of Ishmael in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From 2 Samuel 11, who received a letter from David telling him to put Uriah into battle? Gideon, Ahab, Isaac, Joab 3. Who told God that Job would curse Thee to His face? Moses, Satan, Bethel, Caleb 4. Matthew, the tax collector, was known by what other name? Levi, Felix, Reuben, Jehu 5. From Mark 6, Herod was called an adulterer by whom? Samson, Jacob, John the Baptist, Zimri 6. Which commandment (KJV) is, “Thou shalt not commit adultery”? 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th
1. MOVIES: What famous Hollywood couple starred in the 1967 movie “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” 2. TELEVISION: What was Lurch’s job on “The Addams Family”? 3. MUSIC: What is Jo Jo’s hometown in the Beatles’ song “Get Back”? 4. RELIGION: On what date is All Saints Day celebrated in Western Christianity? 5. PHYSICS: Who is known as “the Father of the Hydrogen Bomb”? 6. PRIZES: Who won the 1939 Pulitzer Prize for history with his biography “Abraham Lincoln: The War Years”? 7. HISTORY: Which French king abdicated during the Revolution of 1848? 8. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: When did the first Yankee Stadium open? 9. INVENTIONS Who invented the electric battery? 10. LITERATURE: Where does Shakespeare’s play “Romeo and Juliet” take place
In 2010, Toronto’s Jose Bautista became the seventh player in majorleague history to have at least 50 homers, 100 walks and 30 doubles in a season. Name three of the other six to do it. When was the last time before 2010 that a player won the N.L. home run season title with fewer than 47 round-trippers? The Rams’ Marshall Faulk (1999) was the second running back in NFL history to have 1,000 rushing yards and 1,000 receiving yards in the same season. Who was the first? What school holds the NCAA men’s basketball record for most consecutive appearances in the NCAA Tournament? Name the first California-born and -raised player to be a first-round NHL draft pick. Which was the first school to post dual (men’s and women’s) three-peat championships in NCAA track and field? In 2011, Martin Kaymer became the second German to take the top spot in the world golf rankings. Who was the first?
• On Oct. 19, 1869, work begins on one of the most ambitious Western engineering projects of the day: a 4-mile-long tunnel through the solid rock of the Comstock Lode mining district in Nevada to divert water. The tunnel drained some 2 million gallons of water from the mines per year. • On Oct. 23, 1925, John William Carson, who would become famous as the longtime host of the popular late-night TV program “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson,” is born in Corning, Iowa. Carson hosted “The Tonight Show” on NBC for 30 years, from 1962 to 1992. • On Oct. 20, 1944, U.S. Gen. Douglas MacArthur wades ashore onto the Philippine island of Leyte, fulfilling his promise to return to the area he was forced to flee in 1942 under orders from President Franklin Roosevelt. He had left behind 90,000 American and Filipino troops, only one-third of whom survived to see his return. • On Oct. 22, 1957, U.S. military personnel suffer their first casualties in Vietnam when 13 Americans are wounded in three terrorist bombings of Military Assistance Advisory Group and U.S. Information Service installations in Saigon. The rising tide of guerrilla activity in South Vietnam reached an estimated 30 terrorist incidents by the end of the year. • On Oct. 17, 1968, Olympic gold medalist Tommie Smith and bronze medalist John Carlos are forced to return their awards because they raised their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremony in Mexico City. • On Oct. 18, 1977, in the sixth game of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees outfielder Reggie Jackson hits three home runs in a row off of three consecutive pitches from three different pitchers. When the game ended, the field flooded with fans. They had a new hero: Reggie Jackson, now known as “Mr. October.” • On Oct. 21, 1988, “Mystic Pizza,” a romantic comedy starring Julia Roberts, Annabeth Gish and Lili Taylor as three young women who work at a pizza parlor in Mystic, Conn., opens in theaters. Matt Damon, then 18, also made his big-screen debut in the film.
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Medicare enrollment begins and ends early this year. The annual period to sign up or make changes to your plan begins on Oct. 15, 2011, a month early. The most important change is the cutoff date: Circle the date on your calendar, because the enrollment period now ends on Dec. 7, 2011. This way you’ll have your card at the beginning of the New Year.
This delicious cross between a frittata and a quiche makes a great vegetarian dinner or brunch option. Try this simple cheese-and-tomato pie with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill in place of basil.
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There are a number of changes you’ll need to figure into your decision-making: -- Drug coverage (Part D) will cost a bit more. At this point, however, they don’t know how much that will be for the premiums and deductibles, but you can find out at the website or phone number below. -- Part B premiums will increase a bit as well. Watch the news, as the cost of living adjustments (COLA) are generally announced sometime in October each year. -- “Doughnut hole” coverage has a few changes. When you reach the limits of coverage, you’ll get a 14 percent discount on generic drugs and a 50 percent discount on brand names. No matter what type of plan you have, beware. There could be changes to all parts of your coverage. Be sure to check the fine print so you know what you’re getting. Read your Annual Notice of Change carefully. To learn more about all the changes, go online to www.medicare.gov and look for the publication called “Medicare & You 2012.” To find a plan in your area, click on Resource Locator, then scroll down to Medicare Plan Finder. You also can call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You’re moving from a relatively stable situation to one that appears to be laced with perplexity. Be patient. You’ll eventually get answers to help clear up the confusion around you. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A vexing situation tempts you to rush to set it all straight. But it’s best to let things sort themselves out so that you can get a better picture of the challenge you’re facing. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Financial matters could create some confusion, especially with a torrent of advice pouring in from several sources. Resist acting on emotion and wait for the facts to emerge. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) That goal you’ve set is still in sight and is still in reach. Stay with the course that you’re on. Making too many shifts in direction now could create another set of problems. LEO (July 23 to August 22) It might be time to confront a trouble-making associate and demand some answers. But be prepared for some surprises that could lead you to make a change in some long-standing plans. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Congratulations. You’re making great progress in sorting out all that confusion that kept you from making those important decisions. You’re on your way now. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A difficult experience begins to ease. That’s the good news. The not-so-good news is a possible complication that could prolong the problem awhile longer. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your self-confidence gets a much-needed big boost as you start to unsnarl that knotty financial problem. Expect some help from a surprising source. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Congratulations. Any lingering negative aftereffects from that not-so-pleasant workplace situation are all but gone. It’s time now to focus on the positive. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your self-confidence grows stronger as you continue to take more control of your life. Arrange for some well-earned fun and relaxation with someone special. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) As usual, you’ve been concerned more about the needs of others than your own. You need to take time for yourself so that you can replenish all that spent energy. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Stronger planetary influences indicate a growing presence of people eager to help you navigate through the rough seas that might mark your career course. BORN THIS WEEK: You can balance emotion and logic, which gives you the ability to make choices that are more likely than not to prove successful.
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HOME TIPS New Storm Windows Q: I’ve had metal storm windows covering my older wooden windows for a few years now. These came with the house when I bought it, but I’ve never been happy with them. They rattle loudly and don’t seem to stop any wind. Can I affordably replace them? -- Harriet in Syracuse, N.Y. A: Replacing storm windows isn’t a huge task, but it can be a challenge to get good quality, long-lasting windows installed on a budget. You’ll want to ask several questions when making the decision to replace those annoying rattlers. --Do I want metal or wooden storm windows? Should they be removable, or do I want combination windows that don’t have to be removed each season? --Can I purchase standard-size storm windows, or do I need custom-fit storm windows (often an issue in older houses with nonstandard window sizes)? --Are the storm windows I want good quality? Do the joints at each corner fit securely so that no light can be seen through them? --Do the windows open and close smoothly?
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--Can I install the storm windows myself, or would it be safer to have a professional contractor install them (especially if the windows are located on an upper floor)? --If I use a professional, what are his or her credentials? Is he licensed or certified to install windows? Does he provide a written estimate of the work to be performed? Does he listen to my concerns about budget and try to come up with an affordable solution? You may want to take a few weeks, or more, to decide on which storm windows you’ll purchase and how they’ll be installed. That may mean another winter with your old storm windows. In that case, temporarily minimize the rattling by inserting a thin piece of self-adhesive foam weather stripping under the storm window’s sash. HOME TIP: Cold air can enter through some unusual spots in the house. Check with your home-improvement store for a variety of weather-stripping and sealing materials, such as light-switch and outlet sealers, self-adhesive strips and expandable spray foams.