Herod’s Rome Bound Empire Structures and Slave Brutality
The narrative surveys Herod’s architectural expansion around Jerusalem and Jericho including Masada and Machaerus, the Antonia fortress, and a Roman style empire across thirty provinces. It contrasts Rome’s coercive rule with harsh slave systems, brutal punishments, and severe taxation, noting how Judea’s 1 million slaves endured auctions, exploitation, and systemic cruelty amid a temple associated fertility trade and widespread tribute. It ends with Herod’s crackdown after a Magi inquiry and a looming interview on illness.
Coast Guard Won’t Cut Racine Station Staff
Rep. Henry Schadeberg said the Coast Guard will not reduce personnel at Racine Wisconsin station. The service had planned to cut staff from ten to two and shift the mission from search and rescue to navigational aid.
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Yule Tree Shopping An Annual Problem
USDA consumer advice outlines how to pick a Christmas tree. Select location in the home, grade by quality, density, and freshness. Popular choices include Scotch pine, Douglas fir, and balsam fir. keep tree in water and check for symmetry and needles.
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AMC To Add 1 000 Workers In 2 Months
Detroit AP reports American Motors Corp will hire 1,000 workers over the next two months to boost production at its Kenosha Wisconsin plants. President William V Luneberg cites rising demand for the Hornet and the start of Gremlin production as the reasons. Currently AMC employs 8,600 at Kenosha plus 3,500 in Milwaukee body plant and 600 at Milwaukee parts plant.
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