Hisses and grumbles under the pylons

Article Abstract:

There are now plans to erect a massive network of power lines through rural Yorkshire on pylons 150 feet high. Lady Bell, 68, farms a large 3,000 acre estate in North Yorkshire with her son Sir John Bell and nearby 150 feet high electricity pylons spoil the view. There are now further plans to erect more to transmit power south from a newly built gas-fired power station at Wilton. This is due to commence supplies in 1994 and she is very concerned at the further deterioration of views in the national park area. There are several routes proposed but all have their objectors due to the unsightliness of the pylons. There is also concern that living near to powerful magnetic fields, as exist close to high voltage power lines, causes cancer.

Environmental aspects, Power transmission, Power transmission (Mechanical), Power lines, Power transmission towers and poles

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Don't dare to bury me in blue jeans

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Families and friends of the terminally ill rarely discuss their funeral wishes, yet become distressed when they do not know their favourite hymns or other preferences. London University graduate Mark Crowther, 28, is an Aids sufferer who has organised his own funeral to save his friends the stress. He has incorporated many senses, with perfume, white flowers, a church service, readings and music. He lists music to be played at a party in his flat afterwards.

Planning, AIDS patients, Funerals

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Duggie Small, who touched the heights

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Duggie Small, a Glaswegian, who was a Newmarket jockey until he broke his back, became a club comedian and won 'New Faces'. the television talent show on Dec 13 1986. However, unlike other winners - Lenny Henry, Victoria Wood - he did not become a famous star and still travels the club circuit in 1992. He did compere a television show in 1987 but attracted no London agents. His son Sean, 26, travels with him as his lighting man and assistant.

Personalities, Performances, Comedians, Small, Duggie

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