Omaha tornado leaves Wentworth Apartments in ruins
In Ralston near Omaha the Wentworth Apartments suffered massive destruction as a tornado reduced the complex of 868 units to shambles. Residents sheltered in corridors as debris battered walls and roofs. injuries were reported and deputies evacuated affected families while deterring looters.
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Tornado damages many Omaha area buildings list
AP reports a partial list of well known Omaha structures damaged by the Tuesday tornadoes including Bay Meadows Apartments First United Methodist Church Westgate Elementary School Creighton Prep Wentworth Townhouses and more: hospitals schools stores and offices. The extent of damage varied across the region with multiple sites affected.
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Creighton Prep
Wentworth
Orleans Square
Downtowner
Motor Inn
Prom
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Bakers
Blonde
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Ralston Bank
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Chevrolet
Golden Skillet Temple
Israel
Omaha Playhouse
St Pius X
Haven House
Catholic youth marriage policy sparks three month cooling off rule
In Orlando the Roman Catholic Diocese adopts a three month cooling off period for marriages involving anyone under 19. The Youthful Marriage Policy requires in depth priest interviews, financial reviews, and counseling before a church ceremony.
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Small Business Sees Tax Relief as Step Forward
Nation's small businessmen praise the Emergency Tax Reduction Act as a first forward move since 1958. They cite cuts for firms earning under 50 000 pretax and broader relief, while urging permanent, long term changes. Milton Stewart and Sen Gaylord Elson argued the tax system still favors big business. Jenny Lind emerged as the era’s top U S singer in 1850 before returning to Sweden in 1852.
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Libraries at risk as budgets shrink across levels
A community library appeals for renewed support amid rising costs and tight funding. The piece urges citizens to contact state senators, Congress members, and local officials to defend budgets, notes library tours for schools, and highlights child engagement and instructional programs.
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Library Journal
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Recipes from Plantation Recipes reprint offer a substantial cake with little sugar. The method includes creaming butter sugar and vanilla then corn syrup, separating eggs, folding stiff whites, and baking in two pans at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. Frosting as desired.
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