Demon Rum Historically Tied To Power And Piety
AP Special Correspondent Hugh A Mulligan explores alcohol in history from Benedictine liqueurs to Georgian taverns and modern political jokes. The piece traces how strong drink affected monasteries, court life, taxation, and culture, citing Johnson, Walpole, Stamp Act figures, and poets while noting present day debates.
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Conn
White House
St. Benedict
Monte Cassino
France
James
Denver news anchor Rita Channon injured in Colorado crash
WDAF-TV Action News co anchor Rita Channon was hurt in a Saturday morning crash on Interstate 70 near Denver while returning from a ski trip. She suffered a broken right leg and left ankle, three cracked ribs, and a severe chin cut, with hospital officials reporting good condition at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center. Her husband Army Lt Col Jim Channon and their two children had minor injuries. more than two months are expected before she returns to work.
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Preacher Clings to Easter Hope After Failed Resurrection
Resurrection effort by evangelist Daniel Aaron Rogers and supporters ends in failure as Gladys Rogers does not revive. About 500 attend at a Reeds Spring mortuary while custody demands over the mother’s body continue, with prayers and gospel songs filling the service.
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Daniel Aaron Rogers
Gladys Rogers
J.t.williams
Pea Ridge
Ark
Rogers
Jesus
Harold Bogan
Harrison, Ark
Arkansas
Harrison
Missouri
Huge avalanche traps skiers near Les Mossiers ski area
In LES MOSSES Switzerland AP reports at least 14 skiers are missing after a 300 meter spring avalanche struck a crowded lift area. Over seven hours into the rescue operation more than 300 soldiers air crews Red Cross and volunteers with tracker dogs searched under nine feet of snow.
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Red Cross
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Hiway
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