Lena Horne and Nikki Giovanni

In 1871, Delaware enacted the first fertilizer law, which was part of a broader regulatory effort to control the quality and safety of fertilizers sold in the state. This law established the position of State Chemist, who was responsible for regulating fertilizer manufacturers and ensuring uniform quality. The enactment of this law was significant as it marked the beginning of formal regulation in the fertilizer industry in Delaware.

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Mon, Mar 16, 4:12 AM PDT to Mon, Mar 16, 5:00 PM PDT

Hydrologic Outlook issued March 16 at 4:12AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

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Moderate to heavy rainfall combined with higher snow levels will lead to rises on the rivers flowing off the central and northern Cascades. Several rivers are forecast to reach Action Stage and a few rivers will be close to flood stage. Rivers will continue to run high through the end of the week before receding over the weekend.

Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.

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Charges and Indictments: Rodney King was released without charges initially, but on March 15, Sergeant Stacey Koon and officers Powell, Wind, and Briseno were indicted by a Los Angeles grand jury in connection with the beating. All four were charged with assault with a deadly weapon and excessive use of force².

African American construction worker Rodney King—whose videotaped beating by white Los Angeles Police Department officers in March 1991 (and the officers’ subsequent treatment by the courts) sparked violent race riots—was found dead in his swimming pool in California.

Source: britannica.com