Word: percivall
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Most important nationally that spring was the discovery of a new planet just beyond Neptune. The discovery was made by the Lowell Institute in Arizona, which had been started by President Lowell's brother, Percival Lowell '76. Suggested names for the new planet included Kronos, Constance (after the founder's...
Died. Percival Wilde, 66, prolific playwright (The Aftermath, Mother of Men) and author of well-turned mysteries (Design for Murder); following a heart attack; in Manhattan.
Venus has an atmosphere that is mostly carbon dioxide and is always blanketed in brilliant white clouds. Most astronomers think its hidden surface is too hot to support the "carbon-cycle" life that exists on the earth. Mars is the best bet, but it is not too promising. U.S. Astronomer...
4. Percival Gable.
Died. Admiral Forrest Percival Sherman, 54, U.S. Chief of Naval Operations; of a heart attack; in Naples, Italy (see NATIONAL AFFAIRS).