Prospects Dim for Relief From Drought and Fires
The Weather Bureau warns of continued below normal rainfall through Nov 15 across the eastern two thirds of the nation with a few regions seeing above average rain in the central West and Southeast. Widespread fires burn forests in the Northeast and Midwest, water supplies decline, and restrictions on fires and campfires spread as stockmen haul water and states order forest closures.
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U.S. Weather Bureau
Washington
Weather Bureau
Continental Divide
Kentucky
Great Plains
Beef and Pork Prices Down in Markets Nationwide
Shoppers will find favorable prices on beef and pork cuts this weekend as large supplies of steers and hogs reach markets. Boneless round roasts and top sirloin cost 85 cents a pound in New York area, while West Coast beef loins run about 3 cents lower. Fruit and vegetables show plentiful fall apples cranberries grapefruit grapes cabbage broccoli potatoes celery and peppers across regions.
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Midwest
New York
Los Angeles
41 Contests For Sheriff In Virginia
In the November election Virginians face 41 sheriff races reflecting a large slate. The candidate lists show 18 contests for commonwealth attorney, 20 for commissioner of revenue, and 20 for treasurer. There are 13 contests in 15 Senate seats and 24 contests in 47 House seats.
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Commissioner of Revenue
Senate
House of Delegates
Twin brothers aid in freeing accused man in Kentucky case
In Frankfort a man charged with cashing a bogus payroll check was freed after his twin brothers accompanied him to court. Judge Hyde noted the twin defense could confuse identification but warned against theft. The article also notes highway crews face costly litter and garbage problems.
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St, Louis, Mo
Leurance Hyde Jr
Eddie
Counsel Ponders Appeal for 3 Negro Youths
Defense for three Richmond youths convicted of making an indecent proposal to a white patrolman’s fiancée weighs appeal to the State Supreme Court. They received 90 day sentences and $200 fines. Judge Huntley postponed fines to Jan. 6 pending further appeals.
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Richmond
State Supreme Court
W. Wlostoe Huntley
Richmond Hastings Court
Ancient Egypt Taught Writing at Age Four
Three thousand years ago in Egypt children learned to read and write by age four. School teachers corrected papyrus worksheets with red ink, reflecting early classroom discipline and instruction.
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Egypt
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