Old Sturbridge Village Marks 25th Anniversary as Museum
Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge Massachusetts marks its twenty fifth anniversary as a living museum. The site reports over 600000 visitors last year from all states and many foreign countries, with 5172 visitors in its first year. Founded by Albert B Wells and Joel Cheney Wells in the 1920s, it recreates Federal period life using original buildings moved from New England.
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Texas Farmers Hope for April Showers Across State
The Texas Agricultural Extension Service director John Hutchison says April rains are needed as May and plantings approach. Conditions vary by region with dry soil, heavy feeding of livestock, and ongoing irrigation. drought worsens grazing and crop prospects in most districts.
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New Power Plant Bright Spot In Laos
The Mekong Committee dam project at Ngum River between Vientiane and Long Cheng nears completion. The 30 million dollar hydroelectric plant, 80 percent finished, will supply 30 000 kilowatts to Laos and northern Thailand, with long term aims to boost industry and irrigation as local workers gain on site training.
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Ring swallowed by fiancé ends up returned by digestion
In Manchester, Joe Kearns an 18 year old warehouse worker swallowed his fianc e Ann Brennan's engagement ring after joking about it. The 38 pound ring was recovered by his digestive tract and eventually brought back to the couple. Brennan, aged 16, says she will not take the ring off again.
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