Iowa Faces Influx of Questionable Used Cars From Nearby States
Des Moines reports an alarming wave of imported used cars from Illinois and other states flooding Iowa markets. Officials warn buyers to beware mortgaged and stolen vehicles while urging passage of similar bans as in neighboring states. Waterloo and Cedar Rapids hit hard. impact on prices and local dealers cited. A separate incident notes a moose attack on a road near Thorpe with vehicle damage documented.
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Moose Charged Auto In Vancouver Encounter
Richard Thorpe of Vanderhoof reported a dramatic incident in Vancouver on June 17. An old bull moose charged vehicles, injuring none as it disrupted traffic before being restrained by authorities.
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Vancouver
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Richard Thorpe
Vanderhoot
Deepest Fresh Water Lake Named in Siberia
Siberia's Lake Baikal is acclaimed as the world’s deepest freshwater lake. Experts note its extreme depth and unique ecosystem, drawing researchers and visitors to the ancient basin in eastern Russia.
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Lake Baikal
Siberia
Nine youths form Kiwanis sponsored odd jobs club
The summer problem for high school students is tackled by nine youths who organize into an odd jobs club under Kiwanis sponsorship. Each week one member serves as clerk in the downtown office and earns a percentage of the proceeds from jobs completed by the group. If successful, more units including girls may be organized.
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