Oregon Watches

In Oregon, if you possess a secondhand watch that you plan to sell or trade someday, you have to keep a tag on it that says "secondhand" in English. (Or. Rev. Stat. § 695.220)

Fly a Kite in Dallas

In Dallas, Texas, it is illegal to fly a kite with a metal frame. (Ord. 14971)

Louisiana - Drinking and Driving Don't Mix

In Louisiana, a package liquor store may not sell motor fuel. (La. Rev. Stat. Ann.§ 26:71.2)

Illinois - No Army-Navy Store

In Illinois, a private business selling military surplus may not use the words "Army," "Navy," or "Government" in its name to imply that the products sold are U.S. military surplus. (720 Ill. Comp. Stat. §230/1)

Congressman worried that Guam might capsize

This is not a law, but a US Congressman (Hank Johnson, D Ga.) who asked a stupid question . . This is the article from the LA Times, containing a YouTube video. Pay close attention to the video starting at about 1:15.

In questioning an admiral about the deployment of a few thousand more marines to Guam, this Congressman expressed his concern that the island might tip over and capsize, due to having too many people on the island.

Arkansas Mules at Large

In Arkansas, if you find a mule running at large, you may take him and, if no one claims him within two days, may castrate him. You are entitled to recover three dollars for this service from the owner. (Ark. Code Sec. 2-38-202)

Oregon Hunting

In Oregon, hunting in cemeteries is prohibited. (Or. Rev. Stat.§ 166.645)