Water rights and river control cited from ancient texts
Water rights were established in antiquity with property owners along the riverbank granted control to its midpoint. The reference notes Sihon king of the Amorites ruling from Aroer on the Arnon River and extending to the river’s middle, citing Joshua 12 2.
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Reagan faces Senate rebuff over AWACS sale to Saudi Arabia
The piece notes that about 52 of 100 senators are expected to oppose the sale of AWACS radar planes to Saudi Arabia, risking a major reversal for Reagan. It contrasts brisk support for past actions with weaker backing for this sale and argues for shifting emphasis to aid Sudan against Libyan aggression.
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Letters To The Editor Support For Local School Board Efforts
Readers defend the Mercer County Board of Education praising a progressing building program funded by bond money and urging legal, calm resolution of issues. They urge unity among board, teachers and parents, contest unfounded charges, and defend the board against morality accusations while praising long dedication to education.
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