Raw Data: Jun. 7, 1999

Y'ALL READ THIS NOW, HEAR? Spokane County, Wash., published a booklet to give city folk pointers on living in the country. Excerpts:

1.9 - Unpaved roads generate dust.

5.1 - Farmers often work around the clock...It is possible that adjoining agricultural uses may disturb your peace and quiet.

5.3 - Farmers occasionally burn their fields...This burning creates smoke that you may find objectionable.

5.5 - Animals and their manure can cause objectionable odors.

5.10 - Without irrigation, grass does not grow very well.

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