The battle for the soul of Rhode Island

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Rhode Islanders are finally revolting after years of living in possibly the most corrupt and organized crime-infested state in the nation. The collapse of the state's credit-union system has triggered a grass-roots reform effort. The history of the state's problems is described.

Social aspects, Cases, Political corruption, Organized crime, Rhode Island, Embezzlement, Ethical problems, Bank failures

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The legacy of Jonathan Daniels

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Divinity student Jon Daniels died in 1965 while saving the life of Ruby Sales, a young black girl who was about to be shot by a Lowndes County, AL, deputy sheriff. His home state state of New Hampshire is now officially recognizing his role in the civil rights movement.

Crimes against, Biography, Civil rights workers, Civil rights activists, Daniels, Jonathan

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The subject was roses

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Suzanne Verrier of North Yarmouth, ME, is one of New England's foremost authorities on roses. She has written a book entitled 'Rosa Rugosa,' and grows about 170 varieties of roses at her place in Maine, Forevergreen Farm.

Behavior, Horticulturists, Growth, Roses, Verrier, Suzanne

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