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I took a walk through the city and observed in all corners Bills announcing my lecture, and adding "Mr. M. invites discussion". In the evening I lectured to a very crowded assembly for about two hours. Several names were added to the Society when the lecture was over.
9th October 1839
I spent a considerable part of the day in walking through the city. I observed Bills had been printed and circulated for my lecture in the evening which was to be at a place of the name of Buxburn, about 3 or 4 miles distant to the north. About 6 p.m. I went to the omnibus office, but it was closed(?) and as the meeting was advertised to take place at 7 o'clock there was no help for it but to hire a gig, which I did. Mr. Morrison went along with me. There was a large meeting in a grainery loft. I lectured about 2 hours. They are a kind but uncultured class here, so much so that they kept on their hats and bonnets during the whole of the lecture. 34 names were added, however, which is proof sufficient that the lectures tell on them. I reached Aberdeen about half past ten.
Typed by Betty Kay 11th May 1996, from Dan Marshall`s notes of the original journal. Permission to reprint granted by Morris Kay, 25 June, 2012.
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You can hire a contractor to build an outdoor play set on your property, or you can try to figure out the project from scratch—but we don't recommend either approach. The first is expensive. The second is risky: Do you know what constitutes hardware that's strong enough to support a swinging child? That's where this DIY wood swingset comes in. It combines hardware that comes as a kit from a reputable company with lumber you source and cut yourself, as well as swingset plans you can follow. We used the three-swing Pathfinder hardware package and wave slide from Backyard City (backyardcity.com; about $600), which had everything we needed for two swings, a trapeze bar, a sandbox, a 10-foot wave slide, and a ladder up to a canopy fort. The kit also includes detailed construction plans, bolts, screws, and brackets. We spent about $350 on lumber and got to work. Two people can put up this play set in a day and a half to three days, depending on their skill level. But we suggest you take your time and get the kids involved. For them, the only thing better than playing on it may be knowing they helped build it.
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I cut most of the swing set parts in the garage. Where possible, I bored holes for lag screws and bolts and test-fitted subassemblies, then carried these outside.
To build the elevated fort, take four 4 x 4 posts, two 2 x 4 tarp boards, and two 2 x 6 sandbox boards and fasten them together into subassemblies, each consisting of a pair of posts, a sandbox board, and a tarp board.
Stand these subassemblies up and brace them in position, then span a horizontal 4 x 4 deck support between each pair of posts. With the holes prebored in each deck support, level it and clamp it into position.
Use the bolt holes in the support to mark the position of the holes in the posts. Remove the support, drill the holes through the posts, then bolt the deck supports in place.
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Step 1: Erect the Canopy Posts
Next, erect the canopy posts. Bore bolt holes through the deck supports and through the posts. Loosely bolt each canopy post in position. Span between the canopy posts with a 2 x 4 brace across their tops and lag-screw it to the post ends. Stand the canopy posts upright and use a 4-foot level to ensure they're plumb, then tighten the nuts on the bolts.
Step 2: Fasten the Boards
Next, fasten the deck boards to the deck supports and install the deck stringer. Note that eight of the 11 deck boards are cut from 2 x 6s. Three others, called out separately in the materials list as deck spacers, are cut from 2 x 4s and are positioned between the fort posts and the canopy posts. This creates a neat and evenly spaced deck floor.
Install the panel boards and wall panels.
Step 3: Build the Ladder
Build the ladder and install it. Notch the top of one of the ladder legs to get the ladder to fit properly (see the detail view in our illustration).
Step 4: Install the Swing Beam
Fasten the six swing hangers to the swing beam. Then join together the two 4 x 4 swing-beam legs using the leg bracket.
Step 5: Fasten the Beam
Mount the swing-beam support on the fort, then screw the swing-beam bracket to the support. With a helper, stand the swing-beam legs upright and position the beam. Fasten the swing beam to the leg bracket and to the support bracket.
Step 6: Finishing Touches
Level the beam.
Finally, install the swing-beam cross support on the legs, the safety board adjacent to the sandbox, the front panel board above the slide, and the remaining boards for the sandbox. Run a lumber border around the play area and spread wood chips throughout, then fill the sandbox with sand. Install the remaining hardware and attach the wave slide to the fort. Final step: Play with your kids.

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Honda Fit EV Concept - 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show
Exhibiting strong hints of what we'll see and experience in a production version that will go on sale here in 2012, the Honda Fit EV Concept made its world debut at the LA Auto Show. Honda says the new Fit EV is intended to meet the daily driving needs of a typical metropolitan commuter while still retaining the five-passenger versatility of its existing gasoline-powered sibling.
>See more new cars unveiled at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show
Heart of the Fit EV in both one-off and volume-build form will be a powerful electric motor derived from Honda's FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle energized by an advanced lithium-ion battery pack. It also incorporates a three-mode (Econ/Normal/Sport) E-Drive control system adapted from the new CR-Z Hybrid as well as a number of "interactive coaching systems" to help drivers extract the most from each charge-up, including a special display that advises when to shut off the air conditioning or other accessories to conserve charge.
The new Honda Fit EV will have a nominal range of 100 miles on the LA4 city cycle (70 miles using the EPA's adjustment factor), and a top speed of 90 mph. Honda says that opting for Econ mode can help stretch range by up to 17 percent compared to the Normal setting and nearly 25 percent versus Sport, although that latter choice gives the Fit EV acceleration similar to a car with a 2.0-liter gasoline engine.
Like the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan LEAF, the Honda Fit EV will permit its owner to monitor and control a wide range of critical vehicle functions as well as locate charging stations via a smartphone app or a dedicated internet website. The Fit EV also will come with a special remote control fob that can connect directly to the vehicle as well as a standard Honda Satellite Linked Navigation System. Charging times vary from under 12 hours using a conventional 110V outlet to less than six on a 240V dedicated system. To simplify the recharging process, Honda also unveiled a prototype charging stand for the Fit EV that allows a driver to merely swipe a card in front of the screen and then plug in for an electronic refill.
Later this year, Honda will begin real-world testing of the Fit EV and other vehicles as part of an Advanced Technology Demonstration Program in partnership with Stanford University, the City of Torrance, California, and Google, Inc. This research effort also will be used to gather information on a variety of ancillary issues, including customer behavior and usability, public charging infrastructure planning and sustainability initiatives.


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James Caan: not just a wiseguy
The actor - known for his work in films "The Godfather", "Brian's Song" and "Funny Girl" - received the Lifetime Achievement Award at FLIFF's opening night gala. He joked onstage that he'd prefer a "mid-life" achievement award, because a lifetime acheivement award makes him "sound old". Caan, 72, said film festivals similar to FLIFF have become "major outlets for young, creative filmmakers." Adding, "It's the only place where they can show their work."
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A blog by one of the volunteer reviewers for Geocaching.com. It's about geocaching and the review process -- what it takes to get your new caches listed on the world's most popular geocaching web site. ©Copyright 2012 by K.Braband. All rights reserved
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
Welcome to IowaAdmin's blog!
This is going to be a place where I write about the geocache approval process, including comments on why some new caches fly through the review process, why some may need additional work before they can be approved, or why some simply cannot be approved. I welcome your questions and comments and hope to make this a fun and polite forum to discuss geocaching issues.
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- welch said...
I notice the comments don't seem to carry a day, just a time??
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- Summitt Dweller said...
Just wanted to let you know that, per WindChill's suggestion, this blog is listed under IGO's Cache Info & FAQ's set of links.
Good stuff Ken. Keep it coming.
- 12:21 PM, January 24, 2006
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- 11:34 AM, January 25, 2006
- IowaAdmin said...
Hmm. I just tested it and you're correct. Let me see if I can fix that. Thanks for the comment.
- 11:36 AM, January 25, 2006
- IowaAdmin said...
All fixed.
- 11:50 AM, January 25, 2006
- welch said...
Thank you!
should make following the flow of comments if/where there that many, easier to understand.
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Hi Jasper! A very happy Dog of the Day to you!
What a beautiful, bright eyed Border Collie you are, sweetheart! Looking at your heart melting, spirits lifting photo spread, it's hard to image you were once so very, very ill! Your miraculous recovery is a testament to your courage and indomitable spirit, and to your family's unwavering devotion and commitment to making you well! I'm so happy to hear you're doing great now, Jasper, returned to full health, enjoying every minute of your happy, fun filled, activity packed life! ("Activity and Border Collie are synonymous!) And if anyone should ever doubt that Border Collies are among the smartest pups on the planet, if not the smartest, they haven't met you! Now that is one most impressive repertoire of talents and tricks you've mastered! Hand stands. fetching water from the fridge (opening and closing the door), painting on canvas...with a brush??? I just know there's a Guinness record in there, somewhere!
But as beautiful and smart and talented as you are, Jasper, it's your love for, and devotion to your person, your family, that makes you Dog of a Lifetime worthy! Looking over your human as diligently as you did when she/he was suffering from that concussion, makes you a hero in my book! What a terrific team you and your person makes, Jasper, best friends and soul mates for life, and I hope for you she/he, many more happy, healthy, love filled years together!
Thanks for the BIG smiles, sweetheart! I hope you and your fursis are enjoying an extra special, extra busy, fun filled day of celebration, meeting up with your doggy friends, enjoying some agility, chowing down on treats, being spoiled to the max!
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A romantic Giada Forte slip dress in soft velvet. A back vent relaxes the hem. Sleeveless. Unlined. Fabric: Velvet. 85% viscose/15% silk. Dry clean. Made in Italy. Measurements Length: 45in / 114cm, from shoulder Measurements from size 1.
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This is my first post although I have been reading the forum for a few weeks now. I hope someone can offer some advice, apologies for the long post but a lot has happened.
My son (first baby) is 6 weeks old today and we have struggled with breastfeeding from the start. His birth was quite traumatic – a lot more painful than I had expected, and not the natural water birth I had hoped for. His heart rate was dropping with each contraction and the doctors said he really needed to be born quickly, once labour was established it was very quick (I went from 5 cm to fully dilated in 1 hour) and I ended up having a spinal block and he was delivered by forceps. He was fine though, great APGAR scores, and he latched on 20 minutes after he was born. I remember all the midwives saying what a great latch it was, and although it was a bit painful, that was to be expected.
I fed him all that day and night, and the next morning my nipples were bruised, so he clearly hadn't been latched properly. I showed a midwife and all she said was 'oh, he's given you a love bite' – nothing about him not latching properly or what to do next. We asked a lot of people for advice while we were in the hospital, and the general consensus was that it does hurt at first but would get better, though when I rang a breastfeeding helpline they said that was rubbish and it shouldn't hurt.
Anyway, it didn't get better, and the first 2 weeks were very painful, with sore, cracked and bleeding nipples, and me dreading every feed. It felt to me like his tongue or gums were rubbing the underside of my nipple, and when it came out it was shaped like a new lipstick. I could also see that his cheeks were sucking in, although the midwives and health visitors kept saying it looked fine. I also discovered he was tucking his bottom lip in (I have tried flipping it out when he is feeding but this causes his latch to become even more shallow). He got weighed 2 weeks after he was born and he wasn't quite back up to birthweight, and I was still in constant pain – this was when I was advised to express and bottle feed, and top up with formula if necessary. This really upset me but I was so tired and in pain, and worried I was starving my baby, so I followed their advice, although I was worried it would make his latch worse.
Over the next week or two I went to several breastfeeding support groups but just kept hearing the same advice on how to latch him on. I felt like screaming 'I know how to do it but it just doesn't work!'. We have tried every position including the laid back breastfeeding but nothing helps. I kept hearing 'take him off until he gets it right' but he never got it right! I have also read books, browsed the net etc.
The third week I paid for a very experienced and well-regarded private lactation consultant (IBCLC) to come and help – she diagnosed a 50-60% tongue tie and did the operation there and then. She said it would probably take at least a couple of days to see an improvement, and that if he could not breastfeed comfortably, I should not feel guilty about expressing and bottlefeeding, as this would be preferable to damaging my nipples and him not getting enough to eat. She also recommended he have cranial osteopathy as he seemed tight on the left side, he has a receding lower jaw, and because he had a forceps delivery. He had 2 sessions but it didn't really help.
Six weeks later and I feel like we are on a downward spiral with nothing and no-one able to help. The bottles have got more frequent and the breastfeeding less. I have tried spending hours in bed with him and there has been the odd day where he has fed all day, but eventually I get so sore I have to stop. I have also noticed him getting tired and unable to latch on, so even if I can cope with the pain, I give him a bottle because otherwise he will be hungry. I am also reluctant to feed him because we both find it very upsetting when it doesn't work. Not once since his birth has he latched properly and stayed latched. Finally, yesterday I saw the lactation consultant again and she said he needed his tongue tie clipped again. She did it and since then he has been grizzly and struggling to feed, even from a bottle (although he is managing it). He also saw a different osteopath during the same session, and we are going back next week for a follow up. He does seem to be able to open his mouth wider, but to me his latch feels the same as before, with his tongue rubbing my nipple and the latch being shallow.
We were using Philips Avent bottles but I bought some that are meant to be more like breastfeeding (the Tommy Tippee Closer to Nature and the Breastflow, they only arrived today so I'm not sure which is best yet). I have been pumping like mad to keep my supply up and to make sure there is enough milk for him. We have just about managed but on his hungry days we have had to give him formula as the milk has run out. I bought an Ameda Lactaline double electric pump (I think it is called the Purely Yours in the US) as I heard it was a good make, but I am wondering if it is powerful enough (I get around 60-80 ml every 2-3 hours, more if I haven't pumped for 5 hours e.g. at night) and whether I should hire a hospital grade pump. I am so worried about my baby being hungry and about my milk drying up (I have read this can happen if the baby is not feeding efficiently and the mother is relying on a pump as they don't extract the milk so well). He has gained weight but only an average of 142g a week, which I know is less than ideal (other than that I have no concerns, his nappies are fine, he is very bright and alert, smiling, active etc). He does get milk but I don't know if he gets enough.
So six weeks on and I am feeling very unhappy and stressed about it all. I desperately want to breastfeed and will be heartbroken if I can't – it means the world to me. It is partly a selfish thing – I love the bonding, I know it will be very convenient if we can get the hang of it, and I find the pumping tedious and time consuming. And I don't want to give him formula for health reasons. I really don't know where to go from here. It means so much to me, and I don't want to give up without feeling we have tried everything (including giving it time). But it is making me extremely unhappy, it is stopping us going out as I can't feed him properly in public (and if I use bottles I will still need to pump). I am getting obsessed and not really enjoying motherhood (although I love my baby), and I don't know how much longer we can carry on like this. If I knew it would get better I would persevere for as long as it would take, but it's not knowing that is difficult
Any advice would be much appreciated (although please don't suggest we stop using the bottles, we have tried alternative feeding methods and they are not something we feel we can do). Can things still improve, or is it too late? Should I continue to feed him even though he has a poor latch? I don't know if it is a good thing to continue feeding him this way (so he can practise) or if we are just reinforcing bad habits. I would also love to hear from anyone who has struggled as much as we have and overcame their problems.


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Who Won the Social Media Super Bowl?
With social sharing during the Super Bowl up 150% over 2012, WSJ's Jason Bellini gives the "Short Answer" to who won the "Social Bowl."
This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
... I ... was it or heroes fiance or blackouts that people treated him posts about most during the Super Bowl ... the stats are in the numbers crunched ... unsuitable for ease of set a new TV record ... for online socializing ... with over thirty million comments ... so who won the two thousand thirteen Social ball ... to get to the short answer was that it's more of the social media trend line chart ... that shows the rate of combined tweets and public Facebook posts measured by the minute ... the first big peak when Jacoby Jones scores at fifty six yard touchdown pass ... from two hundred thousand comments ... things quiet down a bit until the halftime show ... then don't taste performance peaking at three hundred sixty six thousand comments from it ... but still deeper into these numbers ... on Twitter when the else is on the single ladies she got over to her for the two thousand tweets per minute ... des seashell reunion on stage with the dials over to her fifty seven thousand tweets per minute ... this is an drinkers to the numbers to two or sixty eight thousand tweets per minute ... the halftime show an overall total of four point three million social media comments ... sermon on but that is your show by four hundred and twenty one percent ... the city and on the chart commenting can't again at the start of the blackout ... for ill manners to take advantage of the moment quickly tweeting in instant ad photo ... with a timeline ... you can still dunk in the dark ... which was retreated around fourteen thousand times ... the finals bike and at the end of the game when the Ravens pulled out there when ... the shares as were also big winner socially ... Super Bowl commercials for close to four million social media comments but to earn twenty five percent increase from last year ... the most social of ... the ... former Bulldogs Ram trucks ... of top ten most socially Commons upon as this one was the most popular among many ... women picked the Calvin Klein ... so your Social Bowl media winners are fiance Dodge ... and social media itself ... was gonna not too shabby current fifty percent year over year growth ...


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text: The explorer Christopher Columbus made four trips across the Atlantic Ocean from Spain: in 1492, 1493, 1498 and 1502. He was determined to find a direct water route west from Europe to Asia, but he never did. Instead, he accidentally stumbled upon the Americas. Though he did not really "discover" the New World—millions of people already lived there—his journeys marked the beginning of centuries of transatlantic conquest and colonization.


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The Gay and Lesbian Couples Network offers information about why same-sex couples are demanding equal rights under the law. There is also a listing by state of various GLBT couples groups who meet to socialize, network, and gather politically.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Web Spotlight: Gay and Lesbian Couples National Network
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Hi. My name is Simone and I am gay.
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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The MIT women's swimming and diving team returned from NCAA National Championships toting several new school records, an All American diver, and a fifteenth place overall finish, one of the best in the Institute's history. The women compiled a total of 57 points, edging University of Wisconsin Eau Claire by one point in the 53-school field.
In the process, Beth Stavely earned an All-America nod with an eighth place finish in the 3-meter diving competition. The All-America spots go to the top eight performers in each event, while the next eight finishes earn All-America Honorable Mention. Stavely herself earned honorable mention in 1-meter diving competition with a fifteenth place finish.
Two MIT relay teams set new school records and four of them earned All-America honorable mention. The team of Christy Rogers, Morganne Klein, Anna Kokensparger and Elina Hu did both in the 400 medley relay, setting a new MIT mark of 3:52.30 and finishing 11th overall. Hu, Kokensparger, Joanna Yeh and Sydney Giblin set their record for the 400 freestyle relay in the preliminary heats with a time of 3:29.39 before placing 14th in the final rounds.
The 200 medley relay (Rogers, Calley Murphy, Kokensparger and Hu) and the 800 freestyle relay (Yeh, Giblin, Katelyn Rossick and Kokensarger) teams each took 11th overall to earn All-America Honorable Mentions.
Kokensparger finished sixteenth overall in the 200 yard individual medley and Rossick did the same in the 400 IM. Rogers also broke the school record in the 200 yard backstroke.
The Engineers fall a place back from their performance last year, when they finished tied for fourteenth in a 52-school field. The two results are the best finishes for MIT women outside of a 1990 season where they placed 11th out of 59 competing schools.
The women's competition was won by Emory for the second straight year, which crushed the field and beat second-place Denison by almost 200 points.


text: Douglas Haig (1861-1928) was a top British military leader during World War I. A graduate of the Royal Military College at Sandhurst, Haig fought in the Sudan War and the South African War. Named commander of the 1st Army in 1915, he went on to become commander in chief of the British Expeditionary Force and then field marshal. Known for his strategy of attrition, Haig's offensives at the Battles of Somme and Passchendaele resulted in large numbers of casualties, though his efforts helped to wear down the German army. After the war, Haig organized the British Legion and was named an earl.


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The New York Times has published an article that perpetuates the propaganda of anti-gay organizations, falsely accusing supporters of marriage equality of harassment and intimidation. Brad Stone's article, which appeared in the Business section, is full of hyperbole and inflammatory generalizations that are not worthy for print.
In their article they say "For the backers of Proposition 8, the state ballot measure to stop single-sex couples from marrying in California, victory has been soured by the ugly specter of intimidation.
Some donors to groups supporting the measure have received death threats and envelopes containing a powdery white substance, and their businesses have been boycotted.
The targets of this harassment blame a controversial and provocative Web site, eightmaps.com"
This isn't journalism. It is anti-gay propaganda. The vast majority of marriage equality supporters are decent, law abiding citizens. No arrests have been made in connection with the isolated incident involving the alleged mailing of a white powdery substance to Prop 8 supporters. There have been no arrests of marriage equality supporters for death threats or acts of intimidation.
The article also perpetuates the notion that boycotts are somehow equivalent to harassment. How does one harass a business owner by taking his or her business elsewhere?
This kind of propaganda and political scapegoating is nothing new. It was used by those who opposed desegregation of schools and businesses in the 1950s and '60s. Those who participated in boycotts and protests were blamed for numerous social ills and accused of intimidation.
If you object to this kind of anti-gay propaganda being published by the New York Times, please contact:
Arthur Sulzberger Jr., Chairman & Publisher: firstname.lastname@example.com
Scott H. Heekin-Canedy, President, General Manager: firstname.lastname@example.com
Crossposted from Salinas Valley Equality.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
New York Times Demonizes Supporters of Marriage Equality
The New York Times has published an article that perpetuates the propaganda of anti-gay organizations, falsely accusing supporters of marriage equality of harassment and intimidation. Brad Stone's article, which appeared in the Business section, is full of hyperbole and inflammatory generalizations that are not worthy for print.
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I love how they call boycotting and protesting prop 8 supporters "intimidation". I've been particularly amused by the hypocrisy of the prop 8 campaign's caterwauling about such "intimidation". Weren't THEY the ones who sent out letters to businesses and corporations (prior to Nov 4, mind you) that donated money to the No on 8 campaign threatening to publish their identities unless said businesses also donated an equal amount of money to Yes on 8?
When the Southern Baptist Convention and those of their ilk organize boycotts & protests of lgbt-friendly corporations like Disney (and countless others), they are exercising their rights of freedom of assembly and freedom of speech. When we do the same thing, it's "intimidation".
These idiots don't know the meaning of the word "intimidation". Try being a queer person in this country and dealing w/ incessant proselytizing by religious fanatics, physical and verbal assaults by homophobic mothbreathers, concerted efforts by coalitions of religious non-profit organizations(e.g.,Focus on the Family) with millions of $ at their disposal who are daily trying to take away what few rights you do have while flooding the media with outright lies about you, worrying you could be fired from your job if your boss discovers you are gay, the constant threat of eviction....etc, ad nauseum. THAT's intimidation, morons.
Great blog you got here, btw!
- February 8, 2009 at 6:45 PM
The New York Times is typically a left winged newspaper and the first time they write something that the gay community does not agree with, you are about to write them off. They are probably the most gay friendly mainstream media, so I would think twice before turning them into villains. All they were doing was showing the ugly truth, it is a fact that some in the gay community have threaten the lives of backers of Prop 8. Its an ugly piece of history that you try to forget, all the New York Times did was express that among other truths. Sorry if you hate reality, then tell the people who harass and threaten the lives of others and articles like this will not be written.
- February 8, 2009 at 7:20 PM
- Jamie said...
For a reputable news source such as the New York Times to print that is just a marker of how easily manipulated our so-called free press is. I would have hoped that they would have taken the time to print an insightful, fair and well researched piece. And because people believe this publication would do that, this "news story" is all the more powerful. Don't believe everything you read.
- February 9, 2009 at 10:57 AM
Maybe they hope because they write it--that it will become "true" and the masses will follow suit.
- February 9, 2009 at 12:25 PM
As a recovering Southern Baptist, I have a pretty good idea about how the Convention operates and what it has been saying and doing for decades. Suffice it to say that their sense of being intimidated and their justification for "defending themselves and society" sounds remarkably like yours.
They will protest that the illegal and heinous activities take by some individuals is quite different from the carefully considered "official" response. And many members are sincerely aghast at the things that are associated with them.
But it doesn't change the reality. Many KKK members are also SBC members, and deserve the opprobrium that SBC does actually express from time to time.
Maybe some GLBT will find the courage to speak out against those on "their side" who are wiling to sacrifice a healthy society in their pursuit of political victory.
- February 20, 2009 at 2:49 PM


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10 Important Things To Know About Collecting Derek Jeter
Dave Thorn is the founder of Small Traditions LLC, an online sports and Americana auction company that conducts monthly auctions in which selling is completely free and buyers pay the fees instead of sellers. This month's Exclusive Derek Jeter September Farewell Auction features the key highlights from one of the most admired Derek Jeter collections in the hobby. With so many significant Jeter items coming to market this month, here are 10 important things to know about collecting Derek Jeter, especially for those who want to better understand his many different types of cards produced over the last 23 yeras — rookies, proofs, parallels, oddballs, inserts, autographs, Refractors, etc. — and which are the most valuable.
1. Derek Jeter has accomplished all of the following (see #s 2-10) without any remote suspicion of using Performance Enhancing Drugs. Quite the opposite, the mission of Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation is to "motivate young people to turn away from drugs and alcohol and 'TURN 2' healthy lifestyles." Just as his perennial postseason heroics in the late 90s helped baseball's popularity to recover from the embarrassment of the strike-shortened 1994 season, Jeter's consistently clean and classy style of play has helped to preserve the integrity of the National Pastime throughout its steroid era.
2. Some of his pinstripe predecessors might have won more World Series rings than Jeter's 5 — Yogi has 10, DiMaggio 9, Mantle and Ruth both 7 — but Mr. November has more postseason batting records than any other player, not just in the Yankees' books but in all of baseball history. Keeping in mind that baseball only played one round of playoffs until 1969 and that it now plays three, Jeter is the all-time postseason hitting leader in ten categories, including hits (200), runs (111), total bases (302), singles (143), doubles (32), triples (5), games played (158), at bats (650), and plate appearances (734). He ranks third in postseason home runs (20), fourth in postseason RBI (61), fifth in postseason walks (66), and sixth in postseason stolen bases (18). His postseason numbers represent an entire season's worth of games, and a very good season at that. And for those who say hooey to postseason records, then consider that Derek is also one of just two players to ever accumulate 3,000 hits, 250 home runs, 300 stolen bases, and 1,200 RBI in the history of the game. The other player? Willie Mays.
3. Derek is one of just 28 players in baseball's elite 3,000 hit club. He achieved his 3,000th hit on the biggest stage in baseball and with more pomp than any other player before him, hitting a home run off one of the best pitchers in baseball, going 5-5 on the day, and driving in the game's winning run, a performance that will be remembered and replayed forever.
4. And the hits didn't stop there. This summer, Derek passed the immortal Honus Wagner for most hits ever by a shortstop, and then he passed Adrian "Cap" Anson to earn the #6 spot on baseball's all-time hits leaders list. Those who will remain ahead of him in the top five are Tris Speaker, Stan Musial, Hank Aaron, Ty Cobb, and Pete Rose. That's not just good company he's in; it's the greatest ever. What is perhaps most remarkable about Jeter's standing among these players, however, is that Speaker and Musial both played 22 seasons, Aaron played 23, and Cobb and Rose both played 24. Jeter, just 20. His way, and on his terms.
5. In short, Derek Jeter is one of baseball's all-time greats, and we've been more than lucky to watch his career. His famous "flip" play in the bottom of the seventh inning in Game 3 of the 2001 ALDS, his gutsy "dive" into the stands against the Red Sox, and his clutch hitting and never-ever-hesitating hustle will be highlights for the eternity of baseball. He stands in direct lineage to those who wore single-digit NY Yankee jerseys before him: 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, and 1. Like all these legends in pinstripes, Derek's legacy will only continue to grow after he retires, bridging the generation gap as only baseball can do, as millions of fans face the existential question: will there really ever be another like him?
6. Drafted straight out of Kalamazoo Central High School and quickly becoming one of the most touted prospects in Yankee history, Derek can be found on 325 different baseball cards produced between his draft year of 1992 and his rookie season of 1996, and there is considerable debate about whether or not all of these cards should be considered rookie cards. His traditional rookie card year has always been 1993, but collecting has changed in recent years, and most collectors are now more inclined to pursue his many more challenging cards produced during his ROY-winning season of 1996, when we watched with wonder as the rookie helped lead the Yankees to their first World Series Championship in nearly two decades, than to collect only his cards from 1993, when he batted .295 in his first full season of Single A, still three seasons away from his official MLB rookie season.
7. Jeter's rookie years of 1992 to 1996 correspond to the hobby development of insert or "chase" cards — special, limited edition cards randomly inserted into packs, many of which were super-short-printed variations, or parallel versions, of a player's regular or base card — and his rookie season of 1996 would be the first year that saw products with significantly more than the two basic tiers of print runs that had thus far characterized the insert card development of the early to mid 1990s. Instead of products with just a regularly issued card and a single parallel insert of that regular issue — like Finest Refractors, Topps Gold, and Upper Deck Electric Diamond, for example — there were now products by Bowman, Leaf, and Select Certified that had as many as a half dozen different parallels, each one produced in smaller quantities than the last, some with print runs as small as just 30. Scarcer than even the T206 Wagner, cards like the famous 1996 Select Certified Mirror Gold are also some of the most beautiful cards ever made. Their development happened during Derek's rookie season, which makes collecting his rookie season cards that much more challenging and fun.
8. If 1992-1996 is the birth of modern insert cards, then 1997-1999 is their renaissance or golden age. During the late '90s, modern card manufacturers developed several more innovations that now, two decades later, still dominate the industry. These innovations included game-used cards, serial-numbered cards, and the development of the ever coveted 1/1 or one-of-one masterpiece cards, when manufacturers produced an ultimate parallel of a particular card limited to just one single copy made. Finally, let's also not forget the incredible die-cut cards developed during the period, which may be common encounters in packs today, but in the late 90s they were among the most special pulls imaginable, some of which have remained non-existent in PSA 10 Gem Mint condition and were so intricate and cutting-edge — ha! — that they probably always will.
9. Just as the development of insert cards corresponded with Derek's rookie years of 1992 to 1996, this distinct period of later 1990s inserts directly corresponds to the New York Yankees dynasty years of 1996 to 2000. Game-used and serial-numbered autograph cards, and even 1/1 cards, are now extremely common in today's products, but in the late 90s they were new and exciting, as was the printing technology that had made them possible, and they remain among the most collected cards in the hobby. For Yankees fans and for those who collect The Captain, the appeal of collecting cards from these years is therefore twofold, since so many of the innovative cards from these years were groundbreaking, and since they also document one of the last real dynasties in the history of the game.
10. Finally, let's not forget that Derek has played his entire 20-year career with the most successful franchise in all of sports history and with all of us watching as closely as New York City watches anything, and he's done it all with class, integrity, and grace. For this reason, wherever the Yankees have traveled during his farewell season, millions of fans have stood in ovation, and thousands more have held signs saying "Thank You." But thank you for what? For the memories? Sure. And for the championships? Yes, of course. But the thanks we owe Derek Jeter have as much if not more to do with those three little words — class, integrity, and grace — than with anything. I'm not even sure what those things are these days, but I know that I've seen them whenever I've watched Derek play, and for that I will always be grateful.
Derek's retirement announcement earlier this year took many of us by surprise, but it was in reality the ultimate classy act. Knowing that this would be his last season has helped him to pace and to preserve himself, and I'd certainly rather watch him with the knowledge of his retirement than to see him slowly decline over the next several seasons, even if those additional years could have brought him greater personal achievements, namely, the all-time hits record. But Derek doesn't play for personal records, and he never has. He plays for wins, and that's how he'll be remembered. Although there were others before him and there will be many more to follow, years and years from now, he'll be remembered best by his most common nickname: The Captain.
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Las Vegas, NV: Top Things to Know About Storage
The State of Storage in Las Vegas
If you've seen a few of those "What Happens Here, Stays Here" ads, you might think that Vegas is a place where people bet life savings on poker, mingle with girls dressed all in feathers and slink out of smoky casinos into the punishing desert sunlight. But beneath all
The State of Storage in Las Vegas
If you've seen a few of those "What Happens Here, Stays Here" ads, you might think that Vegas is a place where people bet life savings on poker, mingle with girls dressed all in feathers and slink out of smoky casinos into the punishing desert sunlight. But beneath all of the glitz, glamor and drunk tourists ziplining over Fremont Street lies something even more unexpected: real people. And real people need storage units.
In the state of Nevada, there are 426 storage facilities. 249 of those are in the Las Vegas/Henderson/Paradise area (Fun fact: Paradise refers to the famous Strip which is technically its own unincorporated town and not even a part of Vegas). That means that if you're a Silver State resident looking for storage, the best place to look is Las Vegas. The city has been ranked as the third most popular U-Haul destination for two years in a row, which explains the fact that storage unit occupancy increased by 2.8% in 2015. Luckily, despite the influx of new Las Vegans, many of whom are renting storage units, there's still plenty of space for everyone and it's still affordable. Want to know why?
Las Vegas is Surprisingly Cheap
You probably have a friend or distant relative who likes to tell you about the time they visited Vegas and lost it all on the slots, the buffets, the expensive taxis and overpriced booze. As a resident of Sin City, unless you're logging in serious time gambling and you're really bad at said gambling, you're able to enjoy a low cost of living. This extends to the prices of storage units. Places like 24-7 Automated Storage have units for as low as $35 a month. Think of your search for a storage unit in Las Vegas as you would your search for an apartment. Either way, it's a renter's market thanks to wide availability and competitive rates. If you're curious, the average cost of a one bedroom apartment in Las Vegas is $830 a month. If you look around, you'll find places for under $300, but we recommend you stay away from them unless having your car stolen doesn't bother you. On the other end of the spectrum, you'll be shocked at the luxury high rises you can live in for just over $1000 and the three bedroom houses you'll be able to rent or buy. The same goes for storage: If you're willing to spend a little, you can get a lot. If you're okay with forking out a little extra, you can have everything.
Storage Safety in Sin City
That brings us to our next point. Ask any real estate agent in Vegas how to figure out what's a safe area to rent an apartment in, and they'll tell you to look at a crime map of the area. We recommend you do the same thing when it comes to your storage unit (or rent a unit that's close to your apartment that way you only have to consider the safety of one area). Most people will tell you that areas like Summerlin and most of Spring Valley are safe while anything east of Downtown can be a bit iffy. Other people will tell you that because Downtown is gentrifying as a result of the Downtown Project, the neighborhood and the areas around it are becoming safer. Want the truth? Las Vegas is a patchwork of good and bad neighborhoods and you don't have to drive far to find yourself in either, so rather than taking anyone else's advice on where to rent a storage unit, do your own research by driving around the area and visiting the property in person. Ask your potential facility manager about what kind of security measures are in place. These should include things like gates that actually keep intruders out, key coded access and surveillance cameras.
24 Hour Access in the Real City that Never Sleeps
Vegas is a 24 hour town. That means you can go grocery shopping after midnight, eat a steak dinner well before breakfast and hang out at nightclub until 9 a.m. Las Vegans know that a storage unit is another thing that should be available to you 24 hours a day. This is especially important if you consider the fact that so many members of the city's job force are in the service industry. If you can make a decent martini, it's possible to make six figures a year. If you're considering a job waiting tables, valeting cars or being the guy who tells people whether or not they look good enough to come into the nightclub, you absolutely have to have a storage unit that fits your nocturnal schedule. If working all night means you have to sleep all day, we don't think you should have to sacrifice precious zzz's just so you can grab something out of your storage unit.
Storage FAQ's
Can I rent climate-controlled spaces in Las Vegas?
Yes, climate-controlled spaces are available in Las Vegas due to the varying weather. Temperatures range from 51.8 to 59.0, which can dramatically affect things in your storage unit. For storing items such as wine, wooden items, electronics, metals, artwork, etc. storage facilities recommend that you rent a climate-controlled unit. For questions and more details, please contact a local facility.
Do you have advice on how to pack my storage space?
Yes, storage managers can provide you with tips and techniques on how to most efficiently utilize your storage space. Their hope is that you can have easy access to your items and that your storage space is worth every penny of your money.
Do I need insurance for my storage unit?
We recommend that you get insurance for your belongings because the contents of the units are not insured through storage facilities.
How do I know what size storage I need?
Storage managers would be happy to help you determine which size unit is best for you so that you're not paying for a 40' X 60' unit when you really need a 4' X 4' unit. Please reference our size guide for more information.
Will the company have access to my space?
No, no one in the storage facilities has access to your space unless you specifically ask them or give them the right to do so. For example, you may want them to have access to your unit for things you may want delivered directly to your unit.
Will I receive a monthly invoice?
Most storage companies in Las Vegas only provide invoices upon request.
Do you have different policies and prices for students or active military members?
Students and active military members are clients that have unique needs because of the nature of their schedules. Most storage facilities in Las Vegas offer discounts to students, and discounts and different policies for active military members. Please call your local facility or see our students and active military members pages to get detailed and updated information.
Do you have pest control?
Most facilities in Las Vegas schedule professional pest control services every month, and twice a month during summer months.
Do you provide your customers with movers?
No, storage facilities do not provide movers. However, managers and team members would be happy to provide you with a list of reliable and reasonably priced movers in Las Vegas. See our resource guide for movers in Las Vegas.
Is there anything unique to keep in mind when choosing a storage facility in Las Vegas?
Some factors to keep in mind when choosing a storage facility in Las Vegas are: weather, peak rush hour times, items that you will be storing, and location within Las Vegas.
What options do I have for payments? What forms of payment do you accept?
Most storage facilities accept cash, credit cards, or checks. Always ask about autopay, it's faster and much more convenient.
If I lose my key, can you provide another one?
No, storage facility employees do not have copies of the keys used for the units. If you lose your key, check with the facility for lock cutting fees. They may also be able to sell another lock and key to you.
Do you sell boxes and moving supplies?
Yes, most storage facilities sell boxes of various sizes, tape, bubble wrap, labels, and other items for your packing and moving needs.
What if I need more or less space after I move in?
Once you move in and feel that you need to move into a smaller or bigger space, storage facilities are happy to accommodate your move. Before renting a space, it is recommended that you speak to a storage facility representative to help you find the best sized unit for your needs. If things change through the course of your lease, they will help make the transition to your next unit as efficient and simple as possible. We also have a size guide that may answer some preliminary questions you may have.
Should I rent a drive-up or interior storage unit?
Drive-up storage units are typically more expensive and not as clean as interior units. Drive-up units are more exposed to the elements (water, dust, etc.) and are therefore not as clean as interior units. Interior units, on the other hand, have a much better climate. Essentially, the desire to rent a drive-up unit comes from clients thinking that they will be visiting their unit very frequently, which is surprisingly not the case. Most people don't come to their units as often as they think they will, so given the cost and cleanliness issues, it's better to rent an interior storage unit.
What access will I have to my belongings?
You have 194 facilities to choose from in Las Vegas. Access hours range from 8 to 24 hours a day. Please contact your local facility for more specific information about your unit.
What are the prices of the storage spaces? Are prices based on the square footage of the storage space?
Generally the prices of storage units in Las Vegas vary based on the size of the storage unit and the location of the unit in the facility. Prices range between 20.0 and 800.0, but representatives can better assist you once they have the details of your storage needs.
What storage space sizes are available?
In Las Vegas, there are 194 storage facilities, with a total of 207 storage units. Storage unit sizes generally range from 4' X 4' to 40' X 60'. Call one of your local facilities to have a representative find what size unit is best for you.
How long is the lease and what are its terms?
Storage companies in Las Vegas offer a month-to-month lease. If for some reason you would like to cancel your lease during a particular month, please contact one of the facility managers to assist you.
Do you accept deliveries for customers?
Most storage facilities in Las Vegas accept deliveries for their customers so that they don't have to go through the process of moving every time they need something to be placed in their storage units. They will keep your items in the office and will inform you when they arrive so that you can place them in your storage unit at your convenience.
What security measures are taken to protect the storage units?
Security is every storage operator's priority. Speak with the storage manager of a facility of your liking in Las Vegas to find out what security measures they take to protect your belongings.
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Las Vegas, NV University Storage
Take a moment and try to picture what college life in Las Vegas looks like. You're probably imagining all of the standard wild house parties, dorm room beer pong tournaments and pre-tailgating Kegs and Eggs breakfasts, only times a thousand. Fortunately or unfortunately (depending, of course, on how much you value theme parties and Keystone Light), the life of a university student in Sin City isn't really that wild. Sure, there are parties, but no school in the city has ever been mentioned on one of those pivotal lists that rank the craziest party schools in the nation. And yes, Las Vegas is a place where you can stay at a nightclub until 4 am and then hit up an after party that's open until long after the 9 to 5 world has begun work, but you can also get something else: an education. Las Vegas universities come in all shapes and sizes, and fortunately for you as a student storage renter, so do storage units. Whether you're studying at a major university or a community college, here's what you need to know about self storage for university students in Vegas:
Nobody Really Lives in the Dorms, But Storage Still MattersThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas, is home to 28,600 students, but it's only really home to 7% of them. Other colleges, like College of Southern Nevada and Nevada State College don't even offer housing. Let's think about what that means for you if you're a student looking for a storage unit. Even at the the University of Nevada, there are still about 2,000 students living in small dorms, many of whom are from out of state and therefore don't have families to store stuff with. Because the cost of living in Vegas is just above the national average, a student's budget might still make living with multiple roommates a necessity as well as an opportunity for a fun, social environment. Whether you're in the dorms or in an apartment, consider how much extra space you have and determine your storage needs according to that. Figure out what belongs in your closet and what belongs in your storage unit. For example, when you arrive for the start of your fall semester, the weather will still be very hot. If you've never worn a skimpy Halloween costume and not been freezing, get ready. Store winter stuff in the fall and once temperatures dip in November, take them out and replace them with the aforementioned skimpy Halloween costume and other skimpy clothing items (leave a few out of course; it's still Vegas). Winters are surprisingly cold in Las Vegas, so using your storage unit as a closet to compensate for the small one in your dorm or apartment is a great idea.
Student Safety in Las VegasHow safe is Vegas really? You can always check crime statistics, but every local knows that safety in Vegas depends entirely on which neighborhood you live in and of course, total randomness. If you're attending Nevada State College in Henderson, you'll be living in one of the safest places in the country. If you're attending the University of Nevada and you've chosen to live close to the college itself, your neighborhood will be a little rougher around the edges. This is why it's important to remember the importance of safety and security at a storage facility. Ask your facility manager about about security measures that are in place. These include things like gated access, security cameras, fences and actual on-site management. If your facility manager provides you with a lock, make sure it's a good one. Sure, buying a better one is a minor annoyance, but it's better than having a cheap lock get cut and losing some of your belongings. Besides considering the security of what's inside your unit, consider your own safety when accessing your unit. If your schedule only allows you to visit your storage unit after dark (which actually happens pretty early in Las Vegas), look for a facility that's well lit. You should also consider a facility with drive up access so that you're close to your car if a sketchy situation warrants the need to make a getaway. If you don't mind driving, consider renting a storage unit in a safer part of the city like the Spring Valley, which is still pretty centrally located.
Hot Town, Summer in the CityLas Vegas isn't the hottest place on earth, but it's pretty darn close. If summer break means leaving town whether it's to go home to another state, backpack through Europe or just get as far away from the blistering heat as possible, don't let the items in your storage unit get scorched. Some of the main factors that can cause damage to the contents inside of a storage unit include drastic temperatures, dust and humidity. While you won't have to worry about that last one, you should pay special attention to the first two. The super hot temperatures can be hard on musical instruments, leather, wood or delicate pieces of clothing like anything made of lace. If you're an art student storing paintings or photographs, you'll also want to take extra steps to protect your items. Anyone storing electronics should as well. Consider climate control for these special items, or just take them with you and leave stuff like books, non-antique furniture and all of those boxes of t-shirts behind.
Las Vegas, NV Military StorageViewHide
Las Vegas, NV Military Storage
It's easy to assume that the only military related activity in the Nevada desert involves little green men and top secret bases that may or may not be harboring alien lifeforms. However, if you're a military member in Las Vegas, you're not fooled by the Area 51 themed bars, restaurants, fireworks stores and brothels (yes, brothels). You know that Las Vegas is actually home to a lot of military men and women, and if you're one of those men and women, you're likely going to need somewhere to store your stuff while you call Sin City your home base.
Storage Near Creech Air Force BaseWay out on US-95 lies Creech Air Force Base. Yes, technically Creech is in Indian Springs, but less than 1,000 people call the town home, and most of them aren't actually military. Most of the 3,000 people working at Creech prefer to live in Las Vegas, especially the northwestern part of the city which allows for an easy commute thanks to a round-trip shuttle system. Storage facilities follow a similar pattern. You'll be hard pressed to find a storage unit in Indian Springs or along US-95 heading towards Creech, but luckily, there are plenty of options in northwestern Las Vegas. As it makes more sense to store your items closer to home than it does to work, this works to your advantage. A facility like Storage West Self Storage is a great option whether you're living in Las Vegas or at Indian Springs. It's in the northwest part of the city right off of US-95 and just 30 miles from the base. Another great option is A-Able Self Storage which is just 36 miles from the base. The wealth of storage options in this area and in the Las Vegas Valley as a whole mean plenty of space for all 3,000 people working at the base and everyone else in the community too. Remember, even if you do choose to live at Indian Springs, you'll find that most homes are typically just big enough for small families, so self storage might still be something you want to keep in mind, even if it means renting a unit in Las Vegas. Pair the occasional visit to your storage unit with a fun Las Vegas activity and the commute will give you something to look forward to.
Storage Near Nellis Air Force BaseBesides being somewhat closer to civilization, the main difference between Nellis Air Force Base and Creech is the focus on training that takes place at Nellis. Working at either base, you'll learn about how closely the two work together but also how different their operations can be. If you're stationed at Nellis, your storage needs will be largely determined by your housing decision. If you're in training, you'll be living in one one of 12 dormitory style buildings where furnishings are sparse and rules for what you can have with you are pretty strict. If you know you're going to be sticking around Las Vegas after training and will be transitioning into an apartment or house, opt for storage instead of selling your stuff for less than what it's worth. You'll save money. If you're not required to live in the barracks, you'll have the option of housing through Hunt Military Communities. One close storage option to this neighborhood is Great Value Storage. Even if you don't need storage during your time at Hunt Military Communities, you might want to utilize it if you have to live in temporary housing while you wait for your home to become available. Temporary housing is available if a month's notice is given and rooms are typically just big enough for families, but not much else. We suggest making this situation a little more comfortable by grabbing a storage unit, even if it's just for a month. Luckily, month-to-month leases make this possible.
Storing WeaponsThere are some pretty awesome shooting ranges in and around Las Vegas. If you're new to the area and you've never experienced the great desert shooting ranges, you're in for a treat. Clark County has some pretty relaxed gun laws. In fact, only the incorporated city of North Las Vegas prohibits transporting loaded guns by car (something to keep in mind since you'll probably be passing through this area if you work at Nellis or Creech). As a military member, you already know to be on your best behavior when it comes to abiding by gun laws. When it comes to storing firearms, always make sure to ask your storage facility manager what his or her rules are. The facility manager will also be a great resource for helping you understand the effect that the Mojave Desert heat has on weapons and other valuable items.
Las Vegas, NV RV and Boat StorageViewHide
Las Vegas, NV RV and Boat Storage
Maybe the whole "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" thing is to blame, but Sin City just doesn't get enough credit for being a great place to own a boat or RV. With so many nearby national parks, desert lakes and opportunities for epic road trips, Las Vegas really is the perfect base camp for adventure. If you're a Las Vegan who's fortunate enough to own an RV or boat, you're going to need to figure out where to store it at some point (unless you're living in it, in which case, we're super jealous). There are more than 300 storage facilities in Las Vegas 65 of which offer RV and boat storage. Here's how to avoid an RV or boat faux paux in Sin City and make self storage a breeze.
HOAs and High RisesAll of your friends might assume that you live inside Caesar's Palace, but the reality of living in Las Vegas is more likely to involve a cul de sac than a casino. If you're living in a planned community like Summerlin or Centennial Hills, you're going to be dealing with HOA rules. While these can certainly help keep your neighborhood looking well groomed and beautiful, they can be incredibly restrictive for RV and boat owners. HOAs in Las Vegas typically prevent you from parking your RV and boat on the street or in your driveway. Some allow you to only park these vehicles during certain hours while others pretty much won't even let you bring them anywhere near the community. In communities like Sun City, it's occasionally possible to get a 72 hour pass which allows you to park your RV or boat in front of your house, but this isn't something you should count on, and it certainly doesn't help if you on the other 362 days of the year. If you're moving into such a community, HOA rules apply to you even if you're not a homeowner. This doesn't mean you have to sell your RV or boat. Instead, put it in storage. It'll still be accessible to you when you need it and it'll be far from the watchful eyes of the HOA. If your Las Vegas living situation is pretty much the opposite of a planned community and you've chosen to live right in the heart of things, that might mean a high rise apartment either Downtown or on the Strip itself. We're not going to even mention the fact that parking in Downtown Las Vegas is basically a joke. Your high rise apartment may have plenty of views but it most likely involves a parking garage with low clearance and parking restrictions. We don't think that your decision to upgrade your life to a higher floor should result in ditching your RV or boat. Store it instead.
Snowbirds and StorageBesides being an awesome destination for retirees, Las Vegas is also kind to another population known for seeking out warm weather: snowbirds. If you're an RV owner looking for a great place to camp out all winter, Las Vegas is a great option thanks to year round sun and incredible RV parks like Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort which features 46 acres of palm trees, white sand beaches and lagoon style swimming pools or even the RV Park at Circus Circus which is fun just for the bizarre novelty of camping on Las Vegas Boulevard. If you spend a winter in your RV in Las Vegas and your summer plans involve heading somewhere without your big rig, we suggest seeking out storage as early as late April. Temperatures in Las Vegas start soaring in May, and if you don't want to be around to find out what 120 degrees in an RV feels like (or what that energy bill looks like), we don't blame you.
How Heat Affects RV and Boat StorageThat brings us to our next point. You probably already know how to protect your RV or boat against harsh winter temperatures in storage (and if you don't, educate yourself). But what about the heat? It's true that the winter cold is more of a hazard, but you shouldn't disregard the potential harm that the Las Vegas heat can do to your beloved vehicle. RV and boat storage comes in all shapes and sizes, but when you're picking out what's best for you in Las Vegas, it's important to consider a unit that offers shade as the sun's rays can really do damage. Many facilities like Storage West, which has several locations across Las Vegas, offer covered storage for your RV or boat. If you're storing a smaller vehicle, like an ATV, motorcycle or a classic car, you can all take advantage of their air-cooled storage. And remember, when it comes to storing any vehicle during a hot Las Vegas summer, it's important to keep it as clean as possible (or at least give it one big thorough cleaning if you won't be visiting your unit regularly) to avoid that desert dust getting baked on.
Helpful Storage Resources
Charity Storage
Charity Storage utilizes existing storage facility operations, namely storage units and auctions, to raise money to benefit the community. Charity Storage is a promotional outreach program that depends on the support of the self storage industry, the Self Storage Association, and millions of North American self storage tenants and neighboring communities.
HELP of Southern Nevada
HELP of Southern Nevada is a charity that serves the city's underprivileged populations and accepts clothing, food and hygiene items.
Dress for Success
Dress for Success provides professional clothing to impoverished job seeking women and accepts gently used suits, blouses, skirts, jewelry, briefcases and other interview-worthy items.
Opportunity Village
Opportunity Village is able to help intellectually disabled individuals lead fulfilling lives through their myriad programs and through your donations of used clothing, housewares, furniture and more.
Dinosaurs and Roses
Dinosaurs and Roses is a thrift store that benefits local charities and accepts clothing and furniture at three different locations.
Moving Company
Christopher Moving
Call Christopher Moving for a free quote on residential and commercial services along with auto transport and donation assistance.
Even in 115 degree Vegas summer weather, Bellhops can efficiently move your stuff for as low as $40 an hour.
Nevada State Recycle
Nevada State Recycle can take hard to recycle materials like refrigerators, fax machines, computers, speakers and even vehicles.
Mattress Paloma
Mattress Paloma takes one of the biggest storage unit space wasters (mattresses) and turns them into casket lining.
The Pick Up Artist Junk Removal
The Pick Up Artist provides same day residential and commercial removal of outdated appliances and other junk.
Umbrella Movers
If you're on a budget and you don't need to rent a vehicle, Umbrella Movers offers a labor only option in addition to many other local and long distance moving services.


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Surgical Elevator – # 4 Schmeckebier, Single End - J&J Instruments Inc.
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The veteran Catholic editor A. E. P. (Ed) Wall begins his Easter message: "Jesus Christ, whose name is heard in careless expletives by the vocabulary-challenged in TV and film, we know you as Eternal." He's on to something.
The status of a language determines the status of a culture. And contemporary culture seems less capable of dealing with what words like Jesus Christ and God really mean. In the old catechesis Catholics categorized bad language as vulgar ("Hell," "damn" and bathroom expletives), profane ("God damn it!") and obscene (the F word, etc.). But now we can hear "Jesus Christ" on television talk shows—"Jesus, Christ, I was so drunk that night that…"—or on subway cars—"Jesus Christ, who does he think he is?"
And "O my God!" has been twittered down to "OMG," which simply signals astonishment, indignation or ridicule. Words that traditionally have reached out in prayer—"O my God, save me from this situation"—are trivialized to express passing annoyance: "OMG, my hair is a mess."
What can be done? Not much, formally. It would not help for the bishops in concert to condemn vulgarity, profanity or even obscenity, as if all expletives were sinful. God is not hurt. But we are. When we diminish the full meaning of sacred words, we diminish ourselves and cut ourselves off from our meanings.
Teens and Torture
According to an American Red Cross study, almost 60 percent of U.S. teenagers think forms of torture like waterboarding and prolonged sleep deprivation are acceptable; and more than half approve of killing captured enemies when the enemies have killed Americans. How do we explain this streak of brutality?
First, it is in the air and in our homes. The dominant American moral philosophy is not Christian, with its emphasis on human dignity and forgiveness. It is a primitive utilitarianism: Whatever works for me is O.K. to do.
Second, it is in the streets. From schoolyard bullying to gang protocols to fraternity initiations, the assumption is that force rules: Break the code and we break your neck.
But the pervasive influence is the media. The "torture porn" film genre: teenagers in an old house are terrified and dismembered by a bloodthirsty killer. A video game ends with the enemy's guts spread on the pavement. In eight seasons of "24," the ruthless "hero," Jack Bauer, who tortured even his own brother, killed 266 people onscreen to protect us from "terrorism." Clearly "24" was in the spirit of the Bush era, which made torture integral to national policy, arguing the old "ticking bomb" scenario despite international law and the testimony that torture never works.
But for those young people who have not been taught much morality and have seen films where severed heads go flying in a purple splash of gore, torture is "cool."
Anthropogenic Apocalypse?
At a conference in Copenhagen on May 4 about Arctic warming, scientists stressed that people at all levels of society need to be concerned about the "anthropogenic" impact on the environment. It is just that they would rather not put it in those exact terms. James White, of the University of Colorado at Boulder, urged the conference's crowd of nearly 400 scientists to use simple language when communicating their latest research to the general public. The U.S. climate scientist Robert Corell suggested substituting human-caused for words like anthropogenic so that the basic message gets across more clearly: increasing greenhouse gases will adversely affect the earth's climate.
Recent projections reported at the conference are cause for alarm and increased urgency. Melting ice in the Arctic will increase global sea levels by five feet within the next century, a projection higher than previously thought. The rising waters could cause billions of dollars' worth of damage, not to mention displacement of people, particularly the poor, who lack resources to relocate or rebuild. As it stands, the world is not on track to handle these changes.
While getting the message out is extremely important, speaking more clearly about the problems faced is only half the battle. The global community must move from debate and discussion to collective action, quickly and decisively, with an emphasis on curbing the use of fossil fuels. If we do not work harder to conserve energy, we put the most vulnerable people on our planet at risk. Plain and simple.
As Others See Us
In an interview with The Times of London, the renowned biblical scholar and retired Anglican bishop N. T. Wright has struck out at the killing of Osama bin Laden as an act of U.S. exceptionalism. "America is allowed to do it," he said, "but the rest of us are not." President Obama, he continued, "has enacted one of America's most powerful myths, the vigilante executing 'redemptive violence' against a notorious outlaw."
They may reasonably be deemed less obtuse and brutal than our editors are quick to condemn them for being.
It would be interesting to ask this group that didn't object to scaring unarmed committed terrorist murderers by waterboarding them, in the manner we do our own troops in training, in a (successful) attempt to have them reveal their current plans to murder more American civilians, causing them no physical or psychological harm in the process, if they considered shooting a captured unarmed terrorist murderer in the head on the spot to, what-keep safe those same innocent American citizens?
Has our culture become comfortable with using God's name in vain and what we used to call "coarse language". Yes, it has. If the question here is why, we must look toward our tolerance to many things changing. Do mother's and father's tolerate abhorrent and rude behavior from their children, lack of respect in attitude and clothing AND vocabulary? You bet. Have our churches done the same? Absolutely. Do the television programs we allow in our homes add to this behavior? Without a doubt. Here the question to me becomes, who's in charge? Are we teaching our children as tiny ones respect not only for us as parents, for their teachers, their Parish Priests and their fellow man, but also for themselves?
To me the next issue is related to the first. Once again, how well do we respect and teach that respect our mother earth? Let's quite messing around here. For these two issues I will tell you what my children know. When I see a child out of control in a grocery store, wearing inappropriate clothing - especially in Church - using foul language or treating someone else with disrespect or violence my only comment is, Where is your mother?!!
The last issue to me doesn't relate to the first two at all. War is what it is. Our family has the honor to say we have served this country in every single military action since the Revolutionary War. We have protected the rights of Americans to use foolish language, to express their personal opinions and to live freely in this fine country. A Navy Seal team dealt with Ben Ladin, not the CIA. Whole different realm of reality.
You know what? At my great old age of 59 with many wonderful grandchildren looking to serve their country and a son-in-law in Afghanistan right now, this tolerance nonsense is getting on my very last nerve.
We killed a tyrant then and we have killed one now. Each caused death to innocent population.
Our General Sherman of our Civil War fame said most clearly war is abominable...it is hell... We must engage in acts of war to further prevent it.
Sometimes bullets replace ethereal thoughts.
Don't be over eager to find things for which to be morally outraged at your fellow Americans (remember the title of your publication). Sometimes you turn over a rock, and all that's under it is soil.
Worse, though, is your characterization (for which I truly would like to know the source) of the prevailing American moral philosophy as a "primitive utilitarianism." Primitive, no less.
You lot are well versed in citing statistics, but have you ever met any people? It seems that the most common denominator of American moral philosophy is a Judeo-Christian-Deist decency, prioritized to where ones' self interest is seen to when not interfering overmuch with that of others, but which attention turns to others' needs in time of trouble.
Look at the American responses to crises, at the national, state, local, and individual levels. And of course, this philosophy is built on by those adhering to a full faith.
It might be time to bring in a guest editorial board for a few issues, until the current one can decide whether it has become jaded, and, perhaps, a bit snarling.


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2009 Asper Award recipient talks about social entrepreneurship
Brandeis International Business School recently honored Linda Rottenberg, CEO and co-founder of Endeavor Global, with the 2009 Asper Award for Global Entrepreneurship. Rottenberg has pioneered a model of social entrepreneurship through Endeavor, which supports promising entrepreneurs in emerging markets including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, Turkey and South Africa. Endeavor has helped its entrepreneurs generate more than 90,000 high-quality jobs and $2.5 billion in revenues in 2007 alone.
In her remarks (PDF), Rottenberg offered optimism and inspiration for students, faculty and staff, despite the global downturn. She encouraged students to explore what is currently being overlooked by the government and the private sector, and to find the opportunity to bridge a gap. In focusing on these challenges, "New models will appear, and I suspect many more solutions will blend elements of the private sector with elements of social enterprise," she said.
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U.S. Equal Employment
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Federal Court Affirms Agency May File Class Complaint Without Complete Information on All Possible Bias Victims
CHICAGO - On its own motion, a federal district court reversed itself Friday and denied a defendant's motions to dismiss a lawsuit by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) against United Parcel Service, Inc., the agency announced today. According to the EEOC, the ruling (EEOC, et al., v. United Parcel Service, Inc., No. 09-cv-05291 (N.D. Ill. Jan. 11, 2013)) is important because it confirms that the federal agency can pursue claims of employment discrimination on behalf of persons whose identities may not be known at the outset of the case.
In its suit, originally filed in 2009, the EEOC alleged that UPS violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by allowing disabled employees only 12-month leaves of absence and failing to provide them with reasonable accommodations for their disabilities, instead firing them if they exceeded those parameters. UPS moved to dismiss the EEOC's complaint, arguing, in part, that the EEOC did not provide enough information about unidentified UPS employees for whom EEOC was seeking relief. The court initially agreed and dismissed the EEOC's complaint but allowed the EEOC to file an amended complaint.
The EEOC went on to file two more amended complaints, both of which the court dismissed at UPS's request, because, according to the court, the EEOC still had not alleged adequate factual information with respect to the unidentified class members. The EEOC did not identify by name more than two of its class members in any of its complaints.
The EEOC then filed a motion seeking permission to appeal the court's ruling to the federal appellate court. Rather than address the EEOC's request for an appeal, the court, on its own motion, reconsidered its earlier decisions granting UPS's motions to dismiss. The court withdrew its earlier rulings and granted the EEOC's motion to file its second amended complaint. The court explained that the most recent complaint indeed satisfies the legal requirements because "it . . . offers detailed factual allegations as to how the policy affected two employees . . . and alleges that the same policy was applied across the board to other employees."
The court further explained that "the unique role of the EEOC is such that courts generally have allowed complaints with 'class' allegations comparable to those asserted here to move forward," and that the law "does not require plaintiffs, including EEOC, to plead detailed factual allegations supporting the individual claims of every potential member of a class." The court also stated that it must "defer to EEOC's investigatory judgment."
"Judge Dow's decision probably marks the end of an already faltering trend in the defense of employment discrimination cases." said John Hendrickson, the EEOC's regional attorney in Chicago. "Based on a couple of questionable decisions, some defense attorneys have been arguing that the EEOC cannot seek relief for victims of bias in class cases unless each of those victims has previously been identified during the EEOC administrative process and before a lawsuit was filed. Although those decisions have been repeatedly ignored by the courts, they continue to attract a small following and to crop up in criticism of EEOC. Thanks to Judge Dow's United Parcel Service decision, those days are about over."
EEOC Supervisory Trial Attorney Diane Smason added, "After years of having to litigate everything but the merits of the case, we are thrilled to finally have the opportunity to prove that UPS discriminated against its disabled employees."
According to its website, UPS, a multi-billion dollar corporation, is the world's largest package delivery company and a leading global provider of specialized transportation and logistics services.
In addition to Hendrickson and Smason, the EEOC trial attorneys working on the case are Aaron DeCamp, Deborah Hamilton, and Jeanne B. Szromba.
The EEOC's Chicago District Office is responsible for processing discrimination charges, administrative enforcement, and the conduct of agency litigation in Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota, with Area Offices in Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. Further information about the Commission is available on its web site at www.eeoc.gov.


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Sept. 20, 2006
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - The MIT women's tennis team extended its winning streak to three on Tuesday night as it posted an 8-1 decision over NEWMAC foe Babson College. As a result of their home-opening victory, the Engineers' ledger was lifted to 3-0 on the year and in conference play.
The No. 2 team of Mariah Hoover and Yi Wang kicked off Tech's doubles dominance by defeating Heather Walsh and Andrea Nagy, 8-1. Joanna MacKay and Leslie Hansen collaborated for an 8-2 win the top spot while Karina Pikhart and Anisa McCree wrapped up play with an 8-3 score.
Hansen extended MIT's lead to 4-0 after dropping only two games in her No. 1 singles spot. MacKay clinched the match with a 6-3, 6-2 win at No. 5 as McCree fell, 6-4, 6-2, in the No. 4 slot. Hoover captured her second win of the day by defeating Lorena Becerra, 6-1, 6-2. Emily Chen recorded a 6-1, 6-3 victory at the No. 6 position before Wang outlasted her No. 3 opponent, 5-7, 6-0, 11-9.
In exhibition play, the Engineers defeated the Beavers in five out of six matches. Katie Smyth and Kerry Weinberg notched an 8-6 doubles win while Emily Onufer and Jackie Rogoff posted a score of 9-8 (2). Pikhart lost her singles match, 8-3, however, Weinberg (9-7), Smyth (8-4), and Rogoff (8-4) rounded out the match with wins for Tech.
Babson College vs. MIT
Final Team Score: MIT 8, Babson 1
1. Joanna MacKay/Leslie Hansen (M) def. Courtney Farrell/Lorena Becerra (B), 8-2
2. Mariah Hoover/Yi Wang (M) def. Heather Walsh/Andrea Nagy (B), 8-1
3. Karina Pikhart/Anisa McCree (M) def. Jamie Burke/Kali Hogan (B), 8-3
4. Katie Smyth/Kerry Weinberg (M) def. Lindsey Ford/Liz Sheerin (B), 8-6
5. Emily Onufer/Jackie Rogoff (M) def. Annie Chrys/Annette Ramstad (B), 9-8 (2)
1. Leslie Hansen (M) def. Courtney Farrell (B), 6-1, 6-1
2. Mariah Hoover (M) def. Lorena Becerra (B), 6-1, 6-2
3. Yi Wang (M) def. Kali Hogan (B), 5-7, 6-0, 11-9
4. Heather Walsh (B) def. Anisa McCree (M), 6-3, 6-2
5. Joanna MacKay (M) def. Andrea Nagy (B), 6-3, 6-2
6. Emily Chen (M) def. Liz Sheerin (B), 6-1, 6-3
7. Jamie Burke (B) def. Karina Pikhart (M), 8-3
8. Kerry Weinberg (M) def. Annie Chrys (B), 9-7
9. Katie Smyth (M) def. Lindsey Ford (B), 8-4
10. Jackie Rogoff (M) def. Annette Ramstad (B), 8-4