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...whose color perception evolved as a refinement of seeing, likewise developed an intelligence which made it less vital for him to distinguish colors. But the ability to see colors is still the product of harsh necessity for some animals...
...Tell your companies," he said, looking at his commanders, "that we will distinguish ourselves magnificently...
...Munich branch of the Reich Health Ministry last week added a "Department of Occultism." All fortunetellers, crystal-gazers, palm readers and sundry spiritualists will have to register so the Department may distinguish "dangerous forms of occultism with international connections" from those which may "be useful." In plain language, mediums who do not see Nazi victory in the air will henceforth work for Nazi victory in munitions factories, and those who predict victory will do business with official blessing...
Selective Schooling. Two major policies distinguish Bishopshalt School from U.S. high schools...
...boys who could distinguish bright primary colors but proved red & green blind on Army or Navy tests, two showed some improvement, eight quit after one or two treatments, but Dr. Cadan had good luck with 35. He lays his success chiefly to the electric current, thinks it strengthens and stimulates eye muscles and nerves, that it effects lasting improvement-some boys have continued to see colors well after eight months. Reason Dr. Cadan does not discontinue the other treatments and concentrate on electricity: "The boys I get are only two days ahead of the draft anyway...