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Man returns book to Estonian library 69 years late

TALLINN, Estonia

An Estonian man has returned a library book 69 years late, partly blaming a World War II aerial bombing that damaged the library for the late return.

Ivika Turkson of the Tallinn Central Library says that last week the man in his mid-80s returned the overdue book — which was checked out March 7, 1944, while Estonia was occupied by Nazi Germany — along with an apology and an offer to pay a late fee.

Turkson said Tuesday that the library waived any penalty for the late return of the tome, which still contained the original emblem and serial number, allowing librarians to identify it.

It was not immediately clear why the man waited so long to return the book, a work of fiction by Estonian author Eduard Vilde.

Fat cat now weighs 34 pounds, is adopted by veterinarian

DALLAS

An obese stray cat found wandering six months ago near Dallas has slimmed down to 34 pounds and been adopted by the veterinarian overseeing his care.

Dr. Brittney Barton said last week that the orange tabby dubbed Skinny is doing well on a special diet to help lose weight and increase his metabolism.

Barton says she became attached to the onetime 41-pound cat she was treating at an animal orphanage, and last month he became part of her family.

Skinny joins Barton’s husband, three children, a dog and another cat at the residence.

Barton says Skinny gets along great with the other animals, can jump up on a couch and runs to his food bag at feeding time.

She says the house has long hallways that provide good exercise for Skinny.

Police: Pa. man made up hit-run to get ride home

BERWICK, Pa.

Police in central Pennsylvania allege that a man fabricated a story about being the victim of a hit-and-run last month because he wanted a ride home.

The (Bloomsburg) Press Enterprise says the 18-year-old Beach Haven resident was walking along Route 11 in Salem Township about 1 a.m. Feb. 8 when he called for help.

Police said he told officers and Berwick Ambulance personnel that he had been struck in the left leg by a pickup truck, but they could find no evidence of an injury.

Authorities allege that he eventually acknowledged having made up the story so he could get a ride.

They said the suspect will be facing charges of causing a false alarm, filing a false report and disorderly conduct.

Associated Press