Identity of Sachem disputed in Mohegan land case
Hartford, Conn. UPI The state says a man claiming to be Grand Sachem of the Mohegan tribe cannot sue for 600 acres of Montville land. The suit centers on alleged illegal land transfer under the 1790 Non-Intercourse Act, with Chief Rolling Cloud, John E. Hamilton, as plaintiff in U.S. District Court.
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Woodford board approves return of Mt Anthony seventh graders
Woodford School Board and Superintendent George Sleeman discussed and approved returning Mt Anthony Union High School seventh graders to their home districts. Sleeman emphasized basics in reading writing grammar and study skills as priorities while noting educational and financial feasibility. The next meeting is November 10 at 7 p.m. at Woodford Hollow School.
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Makepeace Charged in Shooting in Marlboro Vermont
Town Clerk Harold Makepeace 51 was summoned to Vermont District Court on October 24 to answer an aggravated assault charge for shooting Neal Coulson 19 of North Haven Conn in the head with a .22 revolver at Makepeace’s home Coulson remained in serious condition at a Hanover New Hampshire hospital Police said no motive was found Makepeace was released in his own custody pending arraignment officials noted he has lived in the community for at least 20 years and was elected town clerk in March.
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The digitus impudicus: Offensive not obscene
A Connecticut Superior Court ruling finds the middle finger gesture by a high school student on a stopped bus is not obscene. The court held an obscene gesture must be erotic and prurient, noting the gesture’s ancient origins and its likely to provoke anger rather than sexual arousal.
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Hampshire women push outdoor adventures without men
Hampshire College instructors Deborah Cole and Joy Hardin lead women only outdoor trips to Wyoming Wind River peaks New Mexico canyons and a snowbound Massachusetts bicycle ride They argue women gain strength leadership and independence by doing challenging treks with other women while men remain an option for mixed trips.
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Weight Watchers classes begin in Manchester
Two successful Weight Watchers members will lead weekly classes at First Baptist Church in Manchester starting this week. Leslie LaRoche, a hospital nurse from Bennington who lost 65 pounds, lectures and conducts sessions. Diana Jeandell, Woolworth department manager, greets members and handles clerical duties. she has shed 45 pounds.
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Arlington community clubs and talks schedule
Arlington groups hold meetings this week including the Chorale rehearsal at 7 30 tonight at the Music Box and daily or weekly gatherings for the Fish and Game Club AA meeting Garden Club Grange and Rescue Squad. Alvah W Sanborn will discuss attracting birds and the Home at Fisher School with a Landtrust program overview.
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Folk art authority to speak at Hancock Shaker Village
Folk art expert Elaine Eff will deliver a slide lecture on Contemporary and Environmental Folk Art as part of Hancock Shaker Village Americana Lecture Series. Eff, a Smithsonian Folklife Festival consultant, also advised on Beyond Necessity at Winterthur and Brandywine venues. Admission is 2.50 with refreshments. tickets at the door. Next talk on Oct 25 covers American basketry and woodenware.
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Pittsfield
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Washington, D.C
Henry Francis duPont Winterthur Museum
Delaware
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Brattleboro Plans 2000-Name Public Opinion Poll
Brattleboro officials will mail a 2000 person survey to gauge opinions on police and fire protection zoning parking traffic education health care and social issues including drug abuse and divorce. Financed by federal Community Development funds, the poll targets town representatives CD area residents and general population samples.
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