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YESTERYEARWhen were the first fountains made and how were they operated? AN EARLY example of a fountain, found in Mesopotamia, dates from around 3000 BC. It consisted of a series of basins which made use of a natural spring. A similar system is found in Greek and Roman remains. Mechanically-operated fountains became familiar during the 15th century in Italy. (Source: The Origins Of Everything, by Gordon Grimley, 1973.) Ivor Solomons, Norwich. Read More...
Antwun ‘Ronnie’ Shumpert was shot four times by Tupelo police officer Tyler Cook in June. He died in hospital hours later. Photograph: Carlos MooreAntwun ‘Ronnie’ Shumpert was shot four times by Tupelo police officer Tyler Cook in June. He died in hospital hours later. Photograph: Carlos MooreMississippi This article is more than 7 years oldWrongful death lawsuit filed by family of man 'mutilated' by police dogThis article is more than 7 years oldLawyer for family of Antwun Shumpert says 37-year-old father of five was pulled over for ‘driving while black’ before fatal altercation with Mississippi police Read More...