The American aqueduct scandal

Letter from America by Alistair Cooke

The concept of local identity and blurring of state lines, the delivery of water to 19th century farmers and environmental policy are examined by Alistair Cooke.

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Fri 18 Aug 199521:00
BBC Radio 4

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