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OCTOBER 2020                                         37                              DeCordova Bend Estates LIFE

        just the facts

                        Crazy Law Facts                        need one to play Monopoly and eye spy as well? And who knows if you're playing
                                                               without a licence?
        Strange laws from around the world!  Women can kill adulterous husbands.
                                                               Did you know that in Mohave County, Arizona, if you are caught stealing soap from
        Did you know that in Hong Kong, a betrayed wife is legally allowed to kill her  a shop, you must wash yourself with it until the soap has gone! A quick word of ad-
        adulterous husband? Although she may only do this with her bare hands.
                                                               vice. If you are going to steel soap, make sure it's the liquid type, it's easier to use
        Did you know that in California, it is illegal to lick toads in order to get high as some  and you will definitely make a clean getaway afterwards:-)
        people were getting injured by the toads' poison. I have a question on this. The  Did you know that in St. Louis, Missouri, it is illegal for a fireman to rescue a woman
        first person that ever licked a toad, exactly what was going through his head when  wearing only a nightgown? In order for her to be rescued, she must be fully clothed!
        he did it?
                                                               Does that included jewellery, nice matching shoes and handbag? Really!
        Did you know that in Texas, the Encyclopaedia Britannica was banned as it gave
        people the formula for making beer! Err, I think they should also ban Google as  Did you know that in Wilbur, Washington, It's indeed illegal to ride a horse that is
        I'm sure the formula for making all types of alcohol is on there too.  deemed to be ugly! And, what constitutes an ugly horse?
        Did you know that in Blue Earth, Minnesota, it is illegal for children under 12 years  Did you know that in Colorado, an old law states that you must have a doctor's
        of age to speak on the telephone unless accompanied by one of their parents?  prescription before you can have a bath! There must have been a long queue at
        But, what if they need to ring one of their parents who are both out of the house?  the reception in those days. I wonder if you had to pay to see the doctor as well?
        Anyone thought of that one? :-)                        Did you know that in Zeigler, Illinois, only the first 4 fireman on scene will be paid?
        Did you know that in Kentucky, it is against the law for a woman to remarry the  What a great incentive for a speedy service!
        same man four times. Why would anyone in their right mind marry the same person  Did you know that in Switzerland, every citizen is required by law to have a bomb
        4 times? It failed the first 3 times, will the 4th be any different?  shelter or at least have access to one? Do the Swiss realise what year it is?
        Did you know that In Truro, Mississippi, before a man can get married, he must  Did you know that in Ancient Egypt, if a surgeon lost a patient whilst performing an
        prove himself worthy by killing either 3 cows or 6 blackbirds! I would go for the  operation on them, then the surgeons hands were cut off! What about the rest of
        cows personally, easier targets:-) I wonder if you could haggle with 2 cows and 3  the patients in need of medical attention? Did anyone think of them? Did they?
        blackbirds?
                                                               Did you know that in Alaska, it is legal to shoot bears. But, if you wake a sleeping
        Did you know that In Tennessee, it is illegal for children to play games on a Sunday  bear for the purpose of taking a photograph then that is strictly prohibited! Who
        without a valid license? Is this license only required for video games or do you
                                                               makes these rules!


                                                   ComplianCe Department
        Neighborhood Compliance issues are being handled by Blake Sanders and he can be reached at 817-894-7606 or blake@dcbeweb.com Please contact Casey Hatfield in the
        administration office for construction permits and questions. Casey can be reached at 817-326-2381 or casey@dcbeweb.com.

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