Arena Auction Ends As Decaying Philly Landmark Sells
The 5,200 seat Arena at 46th and Market sold for 165000 to Ronald Wright Carlton Wright and Al Thomas after a weak turnout. Once home to the Warriors Ice Follies and many stars the venue opened in 1920 as Philadelphia Auditorium and Ice Palace.
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Uganda conflict explodes as security forces kill up to 300
Refugees in Kenya report Ugandan security forces fatally wounded hundreds amid a purge following an alleged assassination attempt on Idi Amin. They say 200 to 300 killed, with Baganda villagers hit and looted, and thousands more seeking asylum in Kenya. Amin reportedly survived and is said to be hiding near Kampala.
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Del Mar Cowboy Wins Cow Chip Hurling Title at Expo
Jeff Jackson of Mission Beach won the cow chip hurling contest at the Southern California Exposition in Del Mar with a throw of 170 feet 6 inches. He will compete next month at the international cow chip throwing contest in Great Falls Montana and previously won the Iowa state event in Keota with a 156 foot throw.
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Secret of success eat what you like food fights inside
Quote attributed to Mark Twain states that part of life’s success comes from eating what you enjoy and letting the food battle inside. It emphasizes personal choice in diet and the harmless humor of digestion.
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Fresh Frozen USDA Hens Price Listing
A line item lists 12 oz fresh frozen USDA hens at 69 cents per unit. No additional context or product details are provided.
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