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    I have just read about the Lincoln assassination trial. Why were these civilians

    tried in a military court ? I find it strange and unconstitutional that US civilians could be tried in a military court, without lawyers, not allowed to talk. They were all executed very quickly, obviously to cover something up. I have also read that official records of this trial are still...
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    What are the chances of a catastrophic solar storm destroying electrical power grids?

    I have read that the sun is in a cycle of intensive "storm" activity and that there could be huge effects on the earth. Is the government concerned about this? What are the leaders doing to prevent damage to the electrical grid? Is a warning system in place? Is this something to be worried...
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    Modern Vintage Bikes - Ducati Sport 1000 or similar?

    The 1000 is probably too much machine for a beginner. The Royal Enfield (if a real Enfield) suffers from the curse of poor electrics, but is otherwise a real nice smaller bike, plenty of go for the city but not really designed for superhighways. There is a knock-off Enfield being made these days...
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