Fumes Kill Over 1,200 in Cameroon Fallout
In Cameroon a disaster killed more than 1,200 as hydrogen sulfide fumes escaped from a chemical facility. Diplomatic experts say Egypt warned Muammar Garshafi he will not receive military aid unless he tones down West threats. The sixth all time home run leader, known as .dc, learned he won’t be re-signed by the California Angels for 1987. Defending national champion Oklahoma begins 1986 season atop the USA Today/ CNN poll.
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Egypt
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California Angels
Oklahoma
Michigan
USA Today
D Pointe
Grandparents Day Highlights Roles and Relationships
The article explains why Grandparents Day matters since 1978, noting grandparents as role models and sources of belonging and resilience. It covers core factors strengthening bonds, guidance for step and long distance ties, and practical tips like shared time, communication, and emotional support to sustain intergenerational links.
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Arthur Kornhaber
Scottish country dance classes in Bethesda start Sept 9
The Washington Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society offers beginner classes in traditional Scottish dance. Sessions begin Sept 9 at 8 pm at Westbrook Elementary School, Bethesda, with Meredith Morrison reachable at 1241-8940. A Sept 15 session begins at 8:15 pm at Westland Intermediate School, Bethesda, contact Pam Rust at 1279-2866 for details. The society welcomes all races and creeds.
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Royal Scottish Country Dance Society
Scotland
Westbrook
Allan Terrace
Bethesda
Meredith Morrison
Westland Intermediate School
Massachusetts Ave
Pam Rust
Kemp Hall Studio Opens Fall Art Classes for Kids
Kemp Hall Studio begins fall registration for children ages 6 to 12. Continuing students join Saturday sessions starting Sept 6 from 9 30 to 10 30 a m and beginners begin Sept 13 from 10 30 to 11 30 a m. Courses run September through December covering color theory design elements drawing and painting with various media. Contact Debby Sauders at 662 8728 3 6 p m daily for details. Registration due by Sept 6.
Grandparents Day tradition began by West Virginia grandmother
In 1978 President Carter proclaimed Grandparents Day after Marion McQuade, a mother and grandmother of many, visited a nursing home. She urged families to spend time with residents, sharing history, skills, and care, including visits, outings, and practical help to improve patient well being.
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Marion McQuade
Jimmy Carter
Grandma Moses
Hawks Talk at Potomac Trail Club Meeting in Martinsburg
The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club West Virginia Section will meet September 8 at 7 p.m. in Trinity Episcopal Church Ball Martinsburg. Two local ornithologists will present on hawks and their existence. Public welcome.
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Appalachian Trail Club
West Virginia
Trinity Episcopal Church
W. King St
Martinsburg
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