| Sirius Black has left remains of old clothes near Hogsmade, and has been sighted this time not by a muggle, but a wizard! Severus Snape, a current professor at Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wiardry, has said that he saw a scrap of clothing, and a feather. Our Daily Prophet reporter investigates... Snape told reporters, "I haven actually seen Sirius Black lately, about this time last year in fact, and he was wearing the same ugly clothes this time last year as well! I saw him within the Hogwarts grounds, and he was about to receive the Dementor's Kiss, when he escaped! I just know that Harry Potter had something to do with it! And when I found Black's 'scrap' of clothing, I found a feather, and the night that Black was going to have the Kiss, a hippogriff called 'Buckbeak' escaped, and I think that Black might have escaped on him!" As everyone knows, dementors are the guards of Askaban, and when they come too near to anyone their insides freeze, and when they perform their Kiss, they suck the soul out of people, and then they are just a body! We asked what Cornelius Fudge thought on the matter... "The clothing was not found anywhere near Hogwarts, so unless Black is sighted again, nothing will be done about it!" Do we think Fudge is doing his job properly? -by Jenn |
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| **June 2001** **5 Sickles** |
| GRINGOTT'S CLOSING? |
| As unbelieveable as it sounds, this horrible rumor may come true. Gringott's Wizard Bank had another robbery earlier this month, and was drained of more than half of all the money invested in it. Now all of the wizards and witches who have invested anything in this bank, are demanding that they have their remaining money given back to them, so that they won't have to deal with anymore robberies and money shortages. Cornelius Fudge, Minister of Magic, is dealing with this matter personally; quote from the Minister, "As soon as we can calm everyone down enough to get inside, we will bring up a full scale investigation. We will also be reinforcing Gringott's with a charm that will only allow certain people to enter the bank." Gringott's Head Goblin Redspar told reporters, "Something is seriously wrong when wizards can pass so many enchantments and beasts." He then insisted the reporters leave. The word on the street is of the same tune. Many witches and wizards are worried that You-Know-Who may be the mastermid behind the breakins. When Fudge was questioned about this theory, he said huffily (after turning ghostly pale), "That's prepostrous! Whoever started this rumor should be ashamed! The very thought! You-Know-Who was brought down by the infant Harry Potter, and there is no way he could have regained power." Fudge sounded less than convincing in his "reassurances", and many townsfolk are more anxious now than they were before. The Ministry will have everything back to order as soon as possible. They urge you not to close your accounts, as Gringott's insurance (yes, they have insurance) will be paying all losses. Anyone wishing to claim should identify themselves at Gringott's this month. No money will be payed after July 31. We'll keep you updated on the situation. -by Ella Nagainy |
| PLATFORM 9 3/4 CLOSED! |
| THE BOY-WHO-HAS-GONE-INSANE? |
| Yesterday, several students boarded the train on Platform 9 3/4. The train neared Hogwarts, but suddenly stopped. One of the students on the train said, "It was horrible! The lights started to flicker and we heard a crashing sound!" The driver of the train couldn't explain the strange happening but said, "I have a feeling that He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named is trying to prevent students from getting to Hogwarts!!" The students, the driver, and the snack witch were safely brought out of the train by Professor McGonagall, Headmaster Dumbledore, Professor Snape, and Ruebus Hagrid, the Keeper of Keys. But could You-Know-Who be behind this? Many people, including Cornelius Fudge, couldn't find any problems with the train, but Fudge said, "The train will still be under inspection in case of curses." Meanwhile all of the students are being brought to Hogwarts with help by Arnold Weasley, who gave the teachers of Hogwarts flying cars to get the students to and from Hogwarts. Mrs. Weasley says, "I seriously didn't think that those flying cars would amount to anything!" Mr. Weasley has be paid one thousand galleons for each flying car and is happy to say, "I'm delighted that these Muggle objects are finally useful!!" The Daily Prophet will give input on when the train will be ready again. -by Reporter Septis |
| The plans for the design of the Firebolt II have been stolen! A breakin at FlyHigh Inc. one week ago rendered the top secret and extremely valuable plans missing the next morning. FlyHigh CEO and Chairman says, "Please, if anyone has information, they should come forward. Years have been spent developing these plans and tens of thousands of Galleons spent testing them." The Firebolt II was to include AOS (Automatic Object Sensors), a built-in curse repeller, as well as a wand compartment. (Note from Department of Magical Games and Sports: wands will not be permitted on Quidditch pitches despite this.) The theft could cost FlyHigh Inc. millions of Galleons and perhaps bring about their bankruptcy. As the finest broom manufacturers in the world, we can't let this happen. Send any information by owl to FlyHigh Inc. |
| WANTED: Information regarding theft of Firebolt II plans. Needed immediately. Please contact FlyHigh Inc. if you can be of assistance. |
| ATTENTION: All students of Hohwarts be aware of lose Blast Ended Skrewts. Hagrid accidentaly dropped one of the crates and sadly enough they are lose on the grounds. If you come across one of these creatures please report it to Dumbledore. |
| NEEDED: Host or hostess wanted for manager for the Leaky Cauldron as Tom has had a heart-attack. Must have had at least 1 year manager experience. Send owls to M.O.M as soon as possible. |
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| THE SCOOP |
| HORRER AROUSED AT THE MALFOY MANSION Today Ministry wizards visited Mr. Malfoy and his wife. Mr.Fudge accidentaly tripped over a loose board in the dining room and pulled up a trap door revealing many Dark Arts "necessities", including a toad on a chicken egg (that was instantly removed by a Ministry wizard), some artifacts from Knockturn Alley, unicorn blood and ancient scrolls with deadly curses. Arnold Weasley was asked to come and when he Apparated next to Mr. Malfoy he pulled up his sleeve and reveled the Dark Mark on his arm. Mr Malfoy was brought to Azkaban and he will have his trial next month. |
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| WANTED: A reliable pet owl. Preferably female. Please contact Chelsea at loyal_gryffindor@ owlpost22.zzn.com |
| ATTENTION: Need a magical pet? Need wizard supplies? Going to Hogwarts? Well, Kirsten Marrell's Store of Stuff suits you well! Diagon Alley rolled into one store! Bargain prices on everything you will need! Grand opening July 4th. |
| -above by Chelsea, Kirsten Marrell |