OPINION
MORE STRAWS
Written by Jan Herman
Published August 14, 2003
Published August 14, 2003
From European Union headquarters comes word that an appeal by circus performers for an exemption from work rules for workers in hazardous trades has been denied: They must wear hard-hats and protective gear aloft. The image of trapeze flyers sporting such outfits is worthy of Chuck Jones or Jim Thurber, take your pick. (Item courtesy of Mugs McGuiness, who has joined my staff.)
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