Bridges of Madison County remains enduring best seller
Erma Bombeck notes The Bridges of Madison County has sold about 6.2 million copies with estimates of 20 million loaned copies and 10 million tied to the film. She argues the book’s longevity comes from broad appeal and cultural phenomena rather than star marketing.
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Iowa
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Crisis line initiative and town council actions in Rossburn
The council approves forming a crisis line linked to Westman Crisis Service Brandon and shares annual costs with the RM of Rossburn, approx 700 dollars, split 50/50. It authorizes a $347.75 purchase of a large aerial Rossburn village print. Water bill adjustments reduce charges to 1300.46 from 1924.06 for the Rossburn Agricultural Society. Support given to Rossburn Curling Club for a Manitoba Liquor Control Commission license. Maintenance may spend up to 250 without council approval. Business to be shared with local merchants.
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Brandon
R.M. of
Council
Windsong
Rossburn Agricultural Society
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