The latest television news broadcasts spoke of violence in cities, including looting and killing, and smaller towns had become deserted ghost towns.Supposedly, the inhabitants of the destination were greater beings (or "Engineers") who created Earth and humankind, and then changed their minds and wanted to destroy humanity.The "OPEN" sign on the outside building was turned off, replaced by a "CLOSED" sign.OCTOBER 31STAs Sheriff Brackett read one part of Loomis"" recently-released book, he was angered by what he read." Wyatt steps into the crowd and again asks:What kind of a town is this anyway? Excuse me ma""am.A man can""t get a shave without gettin"" his head blowed off.When the marshal turns and leaves, Wyatt is exasperated hat no one will confront the drunk and take charge.