The Daily Prophet
May 19, 2002
Uprisings in France
Paris - Tension between the French wizards and the French Minister of Magic, Pierre J. Lemieux, has finally resulted in a long-predicted riot. Early yesterday morning, wizards broke down the doors of the Lemieux's mansion and put the minister under a full body-bind. It has been reported that Lemieux has unfairly taxed the French wizardry community, using the money for his own personal use. Officials believe the riot was caused by the anger of the citizens. The current whereabouts of the minister are unknown. Cornelius Fudge is currently supervising the French Ministry, attempting to keep the chaos at a minimum.
First Annual Drawing Contest
The Daily Prophet will be hosting its first drawing contest! Submit hand drawn pictures here! First prize is a Firebolt, second is 100 sickles, and third prize is 25 sickles! Good luck!
Quidditch World Cup in U.S.
Boston - As a tribute to September 11, the Quidditch World Cup will take place this year in Massachusetts. The odds of the Massachusetts team (the Fitchburg Finches) winning the Cup are 3-1. "There will be a fierce competition this year between the Woollongong Warriors (Australia) and the Finches. It's unlikely any British team will steal the Cup this year," says avid Quidditch fan, Mark Lloyd. Indeed, popular British teams like the Appleby Arrows and the Wimbourne Wasps have not been up to par. Tickets for the Cup (June 25-30) go on sale this Friday.
Auror Search
Dublin - With the Dark Arts on the rise again, it is no wonder auror recruitments are being held all over the world. "Our latest recruit, Hogwarts' current Head Girl Quinn Darcy, has great potential," says Mad-Eye Moody. If you are interesting in helping the community as an auror call (745) 262-8495.
Witch Weekly's Music Awards Spark M.O.M.'s Interest
New York City - Next week's 150th annual Witch Weekly's Music Awards has caught not only the attention of rising stars such as Celestina Warbuck. In fact, the American and British Ministries of Magic have it under a careful eye. The possibility of an attack by Death Eaters has been reported. As of now, the information is unclear. Auror Joseph Warner has said, "Aurors are working very diligently to find the Death Eaters before the Awards. Even so, extra security will be present at the ceremony. It will be perfectly safe."
Obituaries
Helena Tricket, 105, died peacefully yesterday morning in her sleep. In her youth, Tricket attended Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where she was a Ravenclaw and a prefect. Tricket was an excellent witch and worked in the British Ministry of Magic for over 30 years. She is survived by three sons and one daughter. Tricket's funeral is to be held Tuesday, May 21, at 10:00 P.M. at the Episcopal Church on Bradshaw Avenue. A portkey has been arranged for this occasion. For more information call Nancy Tricket at (384) 536-9304.
