Oldest Marijuana Stash discovered

http://www.salem-news.com/articles/november282008/ancient_stash_11-27-08.php
http://io9.com/5099717/worlds-oldest-pot-stash-offered-an-afterlife-high

"This ancient batch of marijuana was reported to have a fairly high content of THC, the main ingredient in cannabis.
The marijuana was discovered in a tomb similar to these in the Xinjiang province. Courtesy: lh6.ggpht.com
(OTTAWA ) - Opponents of marijuana have called foul over the belief that the herb has actually been used for thousands of years; and now their arguments will fall silent as a researcher announces locating a stash of marijuana in a Chinese tomb that is scientifically dated at 2,700 years old...."

"Wow, Man...that's some good old stuff!"

It is suggested that the stash belonged to a blond, blue-eyed Shaman, whose remains were found at the site; the drug may have been used as an 'afterlife high' --aggie castronuevo johann

Japanese Bombing Site Vandalized

http://www.fs.fed.us/fstoday/081128/03.0About%20Us/memorial.html

"The Forest Service and Curry County (Ore.) Crime Stoppers are seeking the public’s help in finding those responsible for the recent damage to Wheeler Ridge Japanese Bombing Site Trail facilities on the Gold Beach Ranger District. “Vandals have damaged an important trail facility that serves as a local historical and recreational opportunity to the American public,” said Alan Vandiver, Gold Beach District Ranger. ..."

This site, on the Oregon coast is one of four sites on American soil hit by bombs during World War II. Although the war is but a memory to most and a page in world history, this memorial is a testament to a history and relationship between two countries, now allies.

The racist symbols etched into wood, and the graffiti serve no purpose other than to damage a piece of our World's heritage, as well as to remind the world that divisiveness still exists today.
--aggie castronuevo

[Article on trail dedication]
http://www.fs.fed.us/fstoday/080919/03.0About%20Us/trail_dedication.html
[Forest Service information on the Wheeler Ridge Japanese Bombing Trail]
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/rogue-siskiyou/recreation/trails/japanese-bombing-site.shtml

So What Happens to Turkeys after Pardons???

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2008439460_apfeapetscreatureturkeys.html


"At Thanksgiving, turkeys are in the spotlight, but not all of them end up on our tables.

One lucky bird is appointed National Thanksgiving Turkey, appearing at the White House and getting an official pardon from the president.

It's the high point of a turkey's career. But once he's whisked off the stage, what happens? "

Volunteers Publicize Plight of Deportees

http://www.dailylobo.com/home/index.cfm?event=displayArticle&ustory_id=6e3bd220-0480-48dc-bace-7f65fff04640



Volunteers with an Arizona Immigration-Rights Group are speaking out and informing the public about "routine" abuses by the U.S. Border Patrol. Maria Tirado, a graduate student who recently volunteered in Nogales claims that the "Border Patrol routinely denies people . . . basic amenities" including water. Beth Eastman, a volunteer for No More Deaths was told that detainees were being forced to sign documents in English, even though they did not understand what they were signing.

I understand the immigration issue, but human rights should not go out the window because a person is judged to be "illegal." The people coming over the borders are still human beings, and should be treated humanely. --Agnes F. Castronuevo