Manhattan Deserts as Water Shortage Grips New York
A New York City humor piece imagines Manhattan as a desert island amid a severe water shortage. It lampoons overuse, scarcity, and black market rumors while noting reservoirs at 34.7 percent capacity and daily consumption exceeding norms by 1.2 billion gallons. It follows Johnny Bo-Bo's stubborn pledge to abstain since 1921.
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Grover Hall Declares Prohibition Issue Dead in Alabama
Editor Grover Hall of The Montgomery Advertiser says prohibition is dead so long as illegal alcohol outlets are properly policed. He notes only a few candidates, including Bruce Henderson, raise the topic, and describes the governor race as not focused on prohibition.
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Arsenal Lands Will Be Sold In Alabama
MOBILE Alabama December 10 Some 7000 acres of farm lands now part of the Huntsville arsenal will likely be offered for sale the corps of engineers said. Col W K Wilson Jr says safe areas of the arsenal to be used by a new guided missile center will join the Redstone arsenal reservation and not be sold Former owners of the 52 agricultural tracts to be sold have first priority Purchases may occupy lands soon as lease holders are arranged near the Huntsville arsenal airport.
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Ala.) Arsenal
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Chuting Santa Hits Power Line in Fort Lauderdale
Santa Claus parachuted into town at Stranahan Field but became tangled in power lines. Chuted by Jack Niles, he dangled 45 feet above ground until utility lineman John W. Bell freed him. The crowd watched as he was lowered to safety and distributed candy as scheduled. The event, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce merchants division, disrupted radio station WETL and WGOR FM briefly.
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Insects as Essential Food Across Cultures
Across many cultures people rely on edible insects for sustenance as a vital part of their diet. The practice spans continents and includes a variety of species regarded as protein sources and traditional foods.
Tex Bush Blooms With Cream White and Rose Tinted Flowers
Tex is a small evergreen bush noted for its cream white blossoms with rose tinted hues. The plant's attractive flowers and sturdy growth habit make it a popular ornamental shrub for gardens and landscapes.
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