James, known as the Ettrick Shepherd. 1770–1835, Scottish poet and writer. His works include the volume of poems The Queen's Wake (1813) and the novel The Confessions of a Justified Sinner (1824)
an uncastrated male pig
a sheep of either sex aged between birth and second shearing
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Hogg said in an interview with federal investigators that he visually estimated that the devices contained 10 pounds of explosive powder — calculations on which Alcocer based her subsequent decisions, according to the leaked files.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
According to the leaked file reviewed by The Times, the LAPD’s internal investigators found Hogg made a “gross underestimation” of the explosive weight of the fireworks that police intended to detonate.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
The department’s monthly discipline roundup shows the 10-day suspensions given to Hogg and Alcocer are in line with punishments for more routine incidents, such as one officer found to have improperly pushed a civilian.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
Thames Valley Police Chief Constable Jason Hogg and Geraldine Winner, widow of the late filmmaker Michael who founded the trust, attended the ceremony.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Scott, it is said, was grieved at this reference to his friendly counsel, given at a time when he knew not the powers of Hogg.
From The Genius of Scotland or Sketches of Scottish Scenery, Literature and Religion by Turnbull, Robert
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