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Lawrence Journal World in Lawrence, Kansas

25 May 1997

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Lawrence Journal World

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Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

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May 25, 1997

Page

18

Cockfighters defend culture amid NM ban debate

In New Mexico cockfighting thrives at private clubs despite bans elsewhere. Fernando Viramontes leads breeders asserting a 100 year tradition, arguing private, family run pits support an economic network from feed to vets while opponents call it a blood sport and push to outlaw it.

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Cockfighting's Ancient Spread and Modern Legal Status

Cockfighting originated in India China and other Eastern lands and was adopted in Greece during Themistocles era. It spread through Rome to northern Europe, faced church opposition, and flourished in Italy Germany Spain and England from the 16th to 19th centuries. In the United States it remains illegal in parts of New Mexico Arizona Oklahoma Missouri Louisiana and Virginia.

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India China Greece Themistocles Rome Italy Germany Span England United States New Mexico Arizona Oklahoma Missouri Louisiana Virginia
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Gates mansion near Seattle awaits finish work and unions

Bill Gates finalizes his $50 million techno mansion in an affluent Seattle area suburb, with finish work and landscaping remaining while bricklayers strike may delay progress. The report notes the home’s completion status and possible hold ups.

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