How To Write Great Poems Start With Little Jokes
Washington United Press International reports Howard Nemerov, new Library of Congress poetry consultant, advises beginners to begin with jokes to understand poetry. He says jokes express tension and rebalance after laughter, mirroring poetry's reach into sex death religion and societal power. He warns seriousness is essential and humor can undermine impact.
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Library of Congress
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DPW Under Fire Over Ipswich Seawall Contract
A Republican critic questions a $39,000 seawall contract awarded to a new firm headed by a former Marinucci Brothers employee. Waterways Division defends the award, noting officers' past ties but affirming capability. Ipswich officials favored local work, while Gov. Peabody weighs inquiry.
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New Bedford Standard Times
Ipswich
District Court Fines Given for Traffic Violations in Pittsfield
District Court cases include Thomas Ward fined 25 for driving to endanger after his car allegedly ran a stop sign at Second and Lincoln, hitting Phyllis Strezepa. Raymond Daury pleaded guilty to nonsupport with a suspended one year sentence and six years probation. Humbert and Loy fined 15 for speeding. Vilandre fined 5 for uninspected car. Parking fines of 3 paid by Schorr Mackie and Williamson.
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Southbridge
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South Mountain Road
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