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Marseilles France with a population of 1,382,000 is one of the countries chief ports (P.772) Population wise this makes Marseilles slightly larger than the USA's 7th largest city San Antonio whose population iks 1,296,682. In 2005 Marseilles port ranked 29th worldwide
Friday, February 29, 2008
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The snow predictions have been downgraded from 6 inches or above to 2 to 4. By Sunday we will have drizzle and rain.
Packers Trade Williams
The Packers will trade Cory Williams to the Cleveland Browns. Williams recently received the 'franchise tag' designation. In return Green Bay gets a 2nd round pick (# 56) in the upcoming draft. They also have the 30th pick in the 1st round and 60th in the 2nd round.
I like this trade. When Williams got tagged I thought it was more on potential than production and so seeing him go is OK. Thompson now has 3 pick in the 1st 60 to work with which is a positive development.
I like this trade. When Williams got tagged I thought it was more on potential than production and so seeing him go is OK. Thompson now has 3 pick in the 1st 60 to work with which is a positive development.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Quote
"Both of them knew that sea stories only exist when they're told."
Jean Claude Izzo The Lost Sailors
Jean Claude Izzo The Lost Sailors
World Almanac Blog
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Benjamin Harrison 23rd President 1889-1893 is the only President whose grand son was also the USA's chief executive- 9th President William Henry Harrison . (P.521) This makes John Scott Harrison a US Congressman a Presidential Father and Son.
Benjamin Harrison 23rd President 1889-1893 is the only President whose grand son was also the USA's chief executive- 9th President William Henry Harrison . (P.521) This makes John Scott Harrison a US Congressman a Presidential Father and Son.
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Quiet day today will be followed by snow on Friday. Expectations are for up to 6 inches of snow between 0100 and 1300 Friday.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Running Report 2/27/08
| Date | Distance | Time | Effort | Route | Comment |
| 2-27-08 | na | 30:00 | 7/10 | Sherman to Mckracken west LSD to Letarte, hills on Denmark. | WX 22 lt. snow, time 1000,felt good going may have tweaked left glute area. |
World Almanac Blog The Bachelor as President
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James Buchanan was President from 1857-1861 (P. 519). Prior he served as Minister to Russia, US Senator and Secretary of State. Arlen Specter currently holds his Senate seat. However, Buchanan's uniqueness is that he is the only President to never marry.
James Buchanan was President from 1857-1861 (P. 519). Prior he served as Minister to Russia, US Senator and Secretary of State. Arlen Specter currently holds his Senate seat. However, Buchanan's uniqueness is that he is the only President to never marry.
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Colder air (in the 20's) will create lake affect snow north and south of Muskegon. Thursday should be quiet, with snow appearing on Friday.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
World Almanac Blog
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John Tyler was the 10th U.S. President from serving from 1841 to 1845, succeeding William Henry Harrison who died in office. Tyler was the first President to have congress overide a veto. (P. 477). Later he served in the Confederate States House of Representatives (P. 519). Married twice, Tyler fathered 15 childern most of any President. His first child was born in 1815, his final child Pearl Tyler lived until 1947 was born when her father was 70.
John Tyler was the 10th U.S. President from serving from 1841 to 1845, succeeding William Henry Harrison who died in office. Tyler was the first President to have congress overide a veto. (P. 477). Later he served in the Confederate States House of Representatives (P. 519). Married twice, Tyler fathered 15 childern most of any President. His first child was born in 1815, his final child Pearl Tyler lived until 1947 was born when her father was 70.
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Today will see strong north winds and cooling temperatures. The winds will give us wind chill readings of around 0 tonite.
Monday, February 25, 2008
World Almanac Blog Tiger Crushes
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Tiger Woods scored a crushing victory in the Accenture Match Play event. This is his 3rd such win (2003,2004&2008). Looking at P. 945 we see that in 2003 he won no majors, nor did he in 2004. So is this win actually a note of caution?
Tiger Woods scored a crushing victory in the Accenture Match Play event. This is his 3rd such win (2003,2004&2008). Looking at P. 945 we see that in 2003 he won no majors, nor did he in 2004. So is this win actually a note of caution?
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A low in the Kansas/Nebraska area will be the basis of a storm that will hit later today. This has generated a winter storm watch, but this is south of Muskegon. Indications are we'll have snow from this afternoon into Tuesday but it will be only a couple of inches total of new snow.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Verlander's Uniqueness
Justin Verlander is the only pitcher to throw a no-hitter, start a World Series Game, be a rookie of the year and an all star in his 1st two full seasons.
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Another quiet sunny day due to high pressure located near west. Snow is certain starting Monday evening but exact track is not yet clear with heaviest snow south of Muskegon seeming likely. A winter storm watch has already been issued for Wisconsin and Illinois.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
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It'll be quiet and cold due to high pressure. Next change expected Monday nite late as low brings snow, currently the chance rated at 70 percent.
Quote
"Preparing has been his life work. He prepares and then he cleans up."
Wallace Stegner Crossing to Safety
Wallace Stegner Crossing to Safety
Friday, February 22, 2008
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"There is no doubt that 'Sport For All' is a 20th-century movement of real significance. Other mass movements have oppressed where they intended to liberate. This movement liberates because it has an essentially individual basis. The choice of speed, route, distance, or company is entirely yours. "
Sir Roger Bannister
Sir Roger Bannister
Goal Report 22 February
I set some goals for 2008. Here's how I've done this week:
- Running: Completed the Grand Haven Ice Festival 5K in 39:25.
- Adventure Racing: Attended a seminar, now have a better idea what I have to acccomplish here.
- Thanks to a tax refund new laptop is up and running.
- Begun items on winter hiking/camping list.
- We have a new kitchen cabinet. I helped out by fixing the doors.
World Almanac Blog Who Invented the Match?
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The friction match was invented in 1827 by J. Walker an Englishman. He used potassium chlorate and antimony sulfide. He did not patent his invention. Site of this creation was Stockton on Tees in NE England.
The friction match was invented in 1827 by J. Walker an Englishman. He used potassium chlorate and antimony sulfide. He did not patent his invention. Site of this creation was Stockton on Tees in NE England.
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A high will drive the weekend weather. This will give us dry conditions with temperatures near freezing.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
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"In running, it doesn't matter whether you come in first, in the middle of the pack, or last. You can say, 'I have finished.' There is a lot of satisfaction in that. "
Fred Lebow
Fred Lebow
Williams gets Franchise Tag
DT Corey Williams has been 'franchised' meaning he will stay a Packer. He'll get at least a 1 year deal and attempts will be made to make the contract multiple years.
Given Thompson's prefernce for lineman this is not a surprise although it had been thought Williams would be allowed to leave.
I'll come down in favor of this move especially given the big player philosophy.
World Almanac Blog: City Comparison
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Madison Wisconsin has a population of 223,389, a per capita income of $ 38,993 and a Democratic Mayor Dave Cieslewicz. Orlando Florida's figures are: 220,186, $31,557 and Buddy Dyer also a Democrat. (P. 550-551) He was born in Orlando. Cieslewicz is a UW Madison graduate.
Madison Wisconsin has a population of 223,389, a per capita income of $ 38,993 and a Democratic Mayor Dave Cieslewicz. Orlando Florida's figures are: 220,186, $31,557 and Buddy Dyer also a Democrat. (P. 550-551) He was born in Orlando. Cieslewicz is a UW Madison graduate.
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Currently a high is providing clear skies and cool temps. As high passes temps will climb and we'll have a dry period to Saturday.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Running Report: 2/20/08
| Date | Distance | Time | Effort | Route | Comment |
| 2-20-08 | na | 25:00 | 7/10 | n.hood | 5 m walk, 15 run fartleks, hill, 5 m walk |
Quote
Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency. Nothing is that important.
Natalie Goldberg
Natalie Goldberg
World Almanac Blog: The Other Senator from Illinois
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Obama's winning streak continues. So, who is Illinois' other Senator? He is Richard Durbin originally elected in 1997, up for re-election in 2009 (P.432). Durbin is the assistant majority leader. His predecessor was Paul Simon. Others who have held the seat include: Stephen A. Douglas, Paul Douglas and Charles Percy.
Obama's winning streak continues. So, who is Illinois' other Senator? He is Richard Durbin originally elected in 1997, up for re-election in 2009 (P.432). Durbin is the assistant majority leader. His predecessor was Paul Simon. Others who have held the seat include: Stephen A. Douglas, Paul Douglas and Charles Percy.
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Winds will shift north and push lake affect snow south. Temperatures will creep up throughout the week.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
World Almanac Blog
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P. 678 Cuba's Batista regime overthrown by Fidel Castro in January 1959. Today Castro has resigned as Cuban President.
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With new powdery snow on the ground the arctic air will provide for more lake affect snow. Gradual warming to around 30 degrees and consistent snow throughout the rest of the week.
Monday, February 18, 2008
A Different Perspective
A Saturday run.
In Snow Season.
Run the road.
Into traffic.
Thigh high snow banks to the left.
Watching vehicles rush @ you.
As you try to run into a rhythm.
In Snow Season.
Run the road.
Into traffic.
Thigh high snow banks to the left.
Watching vehicles rush @ you.
As you try to run into a rhythm.
Quiet Room
Quiet room where you can hear fax machine tones.
The loud voices of people.
Quiet loses to technology and careless minds.
The loud voices of people.
Quiet loses to technology and careless minds.
We Have Windows Ya Know
Front page's nescessary advice: best bet to stay warm is to stay inside.
The TV say as our cameras show...
Ya know we have windows right here
Other advice: snow shoveling can lead to heart attack.
A man pictured shoveling snow wishes to no be ID'd. Is shovel work shameful?
No matter I not only look out the window I head out to exercise.
Walking thru the foot deep park snow I lift my boots high and clear, each step is snow arobics.
Eschewing the camera showing the outdoors option, risking the frigid outdoors against front page advice
I feel vigorous. when walking in snow my snow knowledge increases
The TV say as our cameras show...
Ya know we have windows right here
Other advice: snow shoveling can lead to heart attack.
A man pictured shoveling snow wishes to no be ID'd. Is shovel work shameful?
No matter I not only look out the window I head out to exercise.
Walking thru the foot deep park snow I lift my boots high and clear, each step is snow arobics.
Eschewing the camera showing the outdoors option, risking the frigid outdoors against front page advice
I feel vigorous. when walking in snow my snow knowledge increases
Snow Poem 1
Heavy snow fall regenerating winter from dead grass.
Branches wobble under the weight. Moist snow a tree faller.
Dense snow grabs at you when you walk quicksand like
Snow adheres dropping frequently off roofs and fauna.
Flakes Fall like rain cover ground like snow.
Branches wobble under the weight. Moist snow a tree faller.
Dense snow grabs at you when you walk quicksand like
Snow adheres dropping frequently off roofs and fauna.
Flakes Fall like rain cover ground like snow.
World Almanac Blog
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P. 953 has a list of Daytona 500 winners which Ryan Newman has joined. He drove a Dodge, keeping a Toyata from being a 500 winner. In fact the only non American car brand to win a Nascar race was a Jaguar XK 120 in 1954. Al Keller was the driver.
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Low pressure and cold front are passing today. These will bring: 20 to 30 MPH WNW winds, temperatures below 20 tomorrow and up to 3 inches of snow.
Quote
"The speed part, the sailing passion part, that's extraordinary. But what is the strongest of all is having precious moments when you can be in harmony with the planet, with the elements. That is what will stay with me,"Francis Joyon
Saturday, February 16, 2008
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Low pressure will arrive tonite. It's main product will be freezing rain making for sketchy roads Sunday morning.
Running Report:: Ice Festival 5K
| Date | Distance | Time | Effort | Route | Comment |
| 2-16-08 | 5k | 39:25 | Hill included | Ran entire distance, best time ever. Referred to as a "challenging course" |
Thursday, February 14, 2008
World Almanac Blog Explorer Dies
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As noted on P. 561 Captain James Cook led the 1st European contact with Hawaii. After voyaging north Cook and his ships returned. It was here that Cook was killed in 1779.
As noted on P. 561 Captain James Cook led the 1st European contact with Hawaii. After voyaging north Cook and his ships returned. It was here that Cook was killed in 1779.
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A cold front and low are lining up to bring snow and cooler temps after today's temps around freezing. Heavier snow will be to the north (Lake County) but cold temps will be throughout the area.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Running Report
| Date | Distance | Time | Effort | Route | Comment |
| 2-13-08 | Tempo | 20:00 | 8/10 | Neighborhood | 5 m warm up 10 min tempo 5 m cool down. |
World Almanac Blog 02/13/08
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Mark Twain (1835-1910) is best known for Huckleberry Finn (P.192). The manuscript to this masterpiece was found in 1991. It became the basis for a new scholarly edition of this classic.
Mark Twain (1835-1910) is best known for Huckleberry Finn (P.192). The manuscript to this masterpiece was found in 1991. It became the basis for a new scholarly edition of this classic.
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Weak high will make today mild. Tomorrow will be warmest day of the week, with snow at nite due to incoming low.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
World Almanac Blog Diabetes Update
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Diabetes is the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. (P.162). Recently a diabetes study focused on the drastic reduction of blood sugar levels. was halted due to high death rates. Also there is a study out linking diet soda and diabetes.
Diabetes is the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. (P.162). Recently a diabetes study focused on the drastic reduction of blood sugar levels. was halted due to high death rates. Also there is a study out linking diet soda and diabetes.
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We are between a couple of systems with a low to the SE generating minimal snow. Until Thursday we'll have stable if cool conditions.
Monday, February 11, 2008
World Almanac Blog: Park Attendance
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P.81: American carries the most passengers of U.S Airlines, Atlanta is the busiest U.S. airport while Heathrow is the world's busiest.
P.81: American carries the most passengers of U.S Airlines, Atlanta is the busiest U.S. airport while Heathrow is the world's busiest.
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Cold front has moved south, high approaching west. Temperatures will remain below freezing all week.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
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Fighting with the 0 degree mark as front has surely passed thru. High NW winds and lake generated snow will cut visibility. Warmer but still sub freezing temps along with snow early in the week.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
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A half moon shaped Arctic cold front is nearing Wisconsin and will have come thru by midnite. Temps will drop throughout the day with a high of 4 degrees expected on Sunday.
Running Report
| Date | Distance | Time | Effort | Route | Comment |
| 2-9-08 | 30:00 | 6/10 | Neighborhood | Continuing to build stamina. Lungs better than legs. Need some rest after a few active days. |
Friday, February 8, 2008
Super Bowl Odds
Packers start out at @ 7-1 to make Super Bowl behind Patriots, Colts and Cowboys. They are 11/4 to win the NFC title. Another site has them at 14-1 trailing the Giants and Chargers.
World Almanac Blog 1972 Pulitzer for...
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The 1972 Fiction Pulitzer went to Wallace Stegner for Angle of Repose. Stegner is also known for his 'Wilderness Letter .
It is widely available at libraries etc.
The 1972 Fiction Pulitzer went to Wallace Stegner for Angle of Repose. Stegner is also known for his 'Wilderness Letter .
It is widely available at libraries etc.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
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After nearly a foot of new snow clouds will cover today's sky. Saturday and Sunday will see lake affect snow and arctic like 10 degree temps.
World Almanac Blog
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Indiana the Hoosier state (P.562) is the 15th most populous. Not clear the origin of Hoosier. Current jobless rate @ 5 %. May 6th is the Presidential primary.
Indiana the Hoosier state (P.562) is the 15th most populous. Not clear the origin of Hoosier. Current jobless rate @ 5 %. May 6th is the Presidential primary.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Running Report
| Date | Distance | Time | Effort | Route | Comment |
| 2-6-08 | 15:00 | 8/10 | Mcracken | 3 minute pick up/3 minute jog/3 minute Pick Up/3 minute jog/3 minute fartlek |
Leaders Signed Up
Coach McCarthy has a new contract that runs thru 2012 as does GM Thompson. McCarthy says, "The five-year deal I think is a reflection of the commitment to our football program and the direction that we're headed."
McCarthy's .647 (22-12) record is 2nd among all active coaches and 2nd amongst Packer coaches.
Thompson's reaction: " "Mike brings tremendous passion, work ethic and structure to his position."
Summing it up the coach says, "The goal will never change. It's been the same since the first time I stood in front of the media and the fans, and that's to win the world championship and bring the Lombardi Trophy back to Green Bay."
Every thing's sealed then. Both have the same length deals, no worries about whose is up when. Back to the goals then.
McCarthy's .647 (22-12) record is 2nd among all active coaches and 2nd amongst Packer coaches.
Thompson's reaction: " "Mike brings tremendous passion, work ethic and structure to his position."
Summing it up the coach says, "The goal will never change. It's been the same since the first time I stood in front of the media and the fans, and that's to win the world championship and bring the Lombardi Trophy back to Green Bay."
Every thing's sealed then. Both have the same length deals, no worries about whose is up when. Back to the goals then.
World Almanac Blog 02/06/08
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Per P. 351 Turbo Tax Deluxe was the top selling software for 2006-2007. Be aware that if you adjusted gross income was $54,000 you can e-file free online!
Per P. 351 Turbo Tax Deluxe was the top selling software for 2006-2007. Be aware that if you adjusted gross income was $54,000 you can e-file free online!
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A storm is transiting the lower Great Lakes heading NE. Snow will last to the evening with up to a foot of accumulation.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
World Almanac Blog Pierce's Veep
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Obscure U.S. President Franklin Pierce (Son of Benjamin Pierce not of M*A*S*H fame) (P. 519) had William R. King as his Vice President. King had TB when nominated and took his oath of office in Cuba. He took the oath March 24th and died April 18th. This makes King the shortest serving VP in U.S. History. As per custom the VP slot was not filled and the Senate President Pro Tempore would have succeeded.
Obscure U.S. President Franklin Pierce (Son of Benjamin Pierce not of M*A*S*H fame) (P. 519) had William R. King as his Vice President. King had TB when nominated and took his oath of office in Cuba. He took the oath March 24th and died April 18th. This makes King the shortest serving VP in U.S. History. As per custom the VP slot was not filled and the Senate President Pro Tempore would have succeeded.
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Cold front on a St. Louis/Detroit line may bring winter storm. Up to a foot of new snow is deemed possible starting around midnight.
Monday, February 4, 2008
World Almanac Blog Jupiter
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Jupiter is the largest planet has the most and largest moons. Also it has the shortest day and largest oceans. (P. 326) On Jupiter a day is 10 hours shorter than an Earth day. Finally Jupiter sports the Great Red Spot a hurricane like storm that is 3x Earth's diameter (p. 329)
Jupiter is the largest planet has the most and largest moons. Also it has the shortest day and largest oceans. (P. 326) On Jupiter a day is 10 hours shorter than an Earth day. Finally Jupiter sports the Great Red Spot a hurricane like storm that is 3x Earth's diameter (p. 329)
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Warm front to the south is supposed to shoot us up to 40 today. System stretched throughout the NW could bring big snow Wednesday AM.
Sunday, February 3, 2008
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High pressure is building in today keeping things above freezing and cloudy. Temps up to 41 by Tuesday with the possibility of major show that nite.
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Friday, February 1, 2008
Goal Report 1 February
I set some goals for 2008. Here's how I've done this week:
- Training for races etc.: Completed 20 minute run.
- Races etc: Have selected competitions thru June and began registration and planning.
- BookScoutLookOut sold 49 books
- Read 11 books for January
- Tax refund may make purchase of laptop possible.
World Almanac Blog 02/01/08
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Baseball's list of Hall of Famers (p.901)begins with Hank Aaron and ends with Robin Yount. Aaaron played his final 2 seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers hitting 22 HR's in 1975 and 1976. Yount was a young Brewer those seasons hitting 10 HR's. In Aaron's final game on 10.3.76 Yount led off and was hitless while Aaron drove in a run with one hit.
Baseball's list of Hall of Famers (p.901)begins with Hank Aaron and ends with Robin Yount. Aaaron played his final 2 seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers hitting 22 HR's in 1975 and 1976. Yount was a young Brewer those seasons hitting 10 HR's. In Aaron's final game on 10.3.76 Yount led off and was hitless while Aaron drove in a run with one hit.
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A low centered in Indiana will continue to produce snow. The weekend should be dry with temps in the 30's.
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