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Jamaica Cass and Mulu Geletu will receive Minority Scholar Awards at the 2011 American Association of Cancer Research conference (AACR), the largest cancer conference in the world.
Ms Cass, a PhD candidate, will present a poster at the conference on tissue microarrays—multiple tissue samples that are mounted together on the same microscope slide for examination. By examining the different samples for particular protein biomarkers and by considering diagnostic techniques and patient outcome, Ms Cass hopes to find better ways to classify cancers or predict how a person will respond to treatment.
"Some people don't respond to treatment and we don't know why. By identifying and determining the role of certain proteins, we may be able to make better breast cancer treatment choices," explains Ms Cass, a Mohawk from the Bay of Quinte.
Ms Cass has also been working with a computer system that can analyze 50 tissue sample slides at a time with the same accuracy as a person. Currently, pathologists require up to half a day to examine one tissue microarray slide.
Dr. Geletu, a postdoctoral fellow, is currently conducting research into proteins that are found on the surface of cells and can trigger the unchecked cell division that takes place in cases of cancer.
"One of these proteins is often present in high amounts in cases of breast cancer. However, even if the action of this protein is inhibited, the cancer is not stopped in half of all cases," says Dr. Geletu, who is originally from Ethiopia. "This indicates that there are other mechanisms at work that can make the cancer grow."
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Five CHS wrestlers no match for full Toledo, C-Rock sides
With only five wrestlers available, Columbia High was no match for Toledo or Castle Rock at last Thursday's Trico League double dual meet in Toledo.
CHS wrestlers earn dual meet victory
Columbia High wrestlers put on quite a show during a Trico League double dual meet here last Thursday.
Columbia boys' win streak ends with defeat at Toledo
Toledo snapped Columbia High's two-game win streak with a 66-39 Trico League boys basketball victory there Monday night.
Columbia High boys net much-needed Trico win
The home-court advantage again played to Columbia High's favor Monday night.
CHS takes a first and a third at Washougal River Rumble
Senior Nathan Bell's victory in the 160-pound weight class provided Columbia High's top highlight at the Washougal River Rumble last Saturday.
CHS girls working on fitting ending to 2013-14 story
December was a tale of two months for Columbia High's girls basketball team.
Bruins wrestlers building toward post-season competitions
After a few years of better-than-average turnouts, Columbia High's wrestling program took a hit in the numbers for the 2013-14 season.
Columbia High girls snap three-game losing streak
The Columbia High girls basketball team got back on the winning track last Sat-urday with a 45-37 non-league victory over the visiting Corbett (Ore.) Cardinals.
Wrestlers open season at home, place third at Bruin Invitational
Five Columbia wrestlers, led by Austin Walker's victory in the 195-pound weight class, earned placings at last Saturday's Bruin Interstate Invitational in Miller Gym.
Columbia girls off to 2-0 start; CHS boys begin 0-2
Columbia High's varsity girls basketball team made its record 2-0 last Wednesday with a 40-31 non-league victory over Riverside in Board-man, Ore.
Steady play serves CHS girls well at Goldendale jamboree
Columbia High's varsity girls basketball team was steady if not spectacular during a season-opening jamboree in Goldendale last Saturday.
Lack of goals keeps CHS from advancing to state
A pair of 1-0 losses last week at the Southwest District Class 1A girls soccer tournament in Kalama prevented Columbia High from clinching its first WIAA state championship berth since 2008.
Tenino subdues Columbia with 27-point second half
For the first time in 12 years, Columbia High found itself in a football game with post-season implications.
CHS soccer earns district berth with play-in victory
Columbia High girls soccer is back in the Southwest District's Class 1A playoffs after a three-year hiatus.
CHS girls place second, boys finish third at 2013 Trico XC championships
Jordon Bigler and Katie Whitten of La Center set Hu-sum Hills course records last Wednesday to lead their res-pective teams to 2013 Trico League cross country championships.

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Tom Hiddleston has confirmed he is flying solo against The Avengers in the highly anticipated comic book adventure Avengers Assemble.
The War Horse star - who plays Thor's arch enemy Loki - revealed there would be no villains assembling to attack the world against the team of superheroes in the new film, so he is glad he has immortal powers on his side.
Tom said: "I am the primary villain in it so it isn't going to be villains assemble.
"My good fortune is to play a character who is superhuman, he's a god, so many of those superheroes, superheroes though they may be, they're all men. Iron Man is a man, Captain America is a man, so I have the advantage there.
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Charlie Strong and company are back making big-time recruiting waves in the Sunshine State, this time landing a commitment from Apopka (FL) Wekiva High School safety Terrence Ross.
Ross is the first Wekiva (a school established in 2007) player ever to commit to a D-I school. Though his school's low profile kept him under-the-radar for the past few seasons, the senior-to-be has seen his star rise dramatically in recent months after his highlight film began to circulate and coaches were able to see him at a big-time 7-on-7 event.
Louisville was the first school to offer Ross, when it did so back on March 27.
"[Head coach] Charlie Strong has a nice bond," Ross said at the time. "He's from where I'm from and used to coach in Belle Glade. So he knows where I'm coming from. And he's the defensive coach even though he's the head coach."
Cincinnati, Wake Forest and NC State then quickly followed with offers. With local powers Florida, Florida State and Miami beginning to show significant interest, Strong was able to get the rising junior to pledge his allegiance to The Ville.
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TROY, N.Y. -- The president of the Troy City Council wants her colleagues to sign a letter of support for New York's new gun law.
Lynn Kopka wants to send the letter to the governor supporting the SAFE Act and explain how she believes it will help curb gun violence.
The letter would seem simple enough -- one page, five paragraphs expressing support from the City of Troy for the state's new tougher gun control legislation.
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So far council members confirm 6 have signed the letter, and 3 have declined.
"There have been a number of rallies that I'm sure your station has covered, of people who are raising issues about second amendment rights being curtailed, and I'm certainly a supporter of the second amendment, but I think it puts in place some common sense measures," said council member Nina Nichols.
Nichols was one of the six city council members sign the letter. She tells NEWS10 gun violence is an ongoing problem in the city -- last year alone, 6 people died as a result, and she says this legislation will help turn that around.
"If Ms. Kopka feels that she feels so strongly about this -- let her send a letter herself. I just don't feel this is an issue she should be putting words in people's mouths," said council member Mark McGrath. "Criminals are going to get their hands on illegal guns. I mean that's what we should be focusing on, putting more police on the street, undercovers."
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With only two games left and playoff chances gone I don't think it's too early to look at the direction the Bill's should go in the 2012 draft... It's come up in various comment sections but I would like to see how the majority of fans feel.
I purposely am asking the question "what position" rather than "what player" simply because its too early to evaluate which prospects will be available when we are on the clock. When you answer try to think about this question as what position would help the Bills franchise the most. That could be in terms of immediate impact or in the future- just justify your response in the comment section.
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OLB- The Bills have not been able to generate any kind of pass rush consistently this season. Williams/Dareus/Carrington will help from the inside, but a dominant edge rusher would instantly improve this defense dramatically. Depending on the player, they would likely either replace Kelsay on the strong side or play opposite to him on the weak side.
CB- McGee can't stay healthy. McKelvin has no ball skills. Florence gets torched repeatedly. Aaron Williams has looked good but has also had problems staying on the field. The lack of pass rush hasn't helped, but the coverage woes go beyond that.
QB- Most fans seem to be in agreement that Fitz is not a franchise QB. He is an average QB one who can win some games, but not the type that can carry a team on his back. The majority of teams that constantly make the playoffs do so because they have a QB that can carry a team on his back, even if the supporting cast isn't as good as some other teams that don't make it. Fitz is a quality starter than someone can sit behind for a bit before stepping in- which makes drafting a QB now an investment that could pay off huge in the future. The best chance to find that guy is in round 1, so in my opinion its pull the trigger in the first or don't pick a guy in the first 2 days... Some options that come to mind here are Barkley, Griffin III, or Landry Jones.
WR- Stevie is a FA who hopefully will return. Either way, I think the biggest immediate help offensively would be a big bodied WR with some speed to stretch the field. We could pay a guy like Wayne/V. Jackson/Colston in FA, but that would be pricey. We could also draft a guy like Floyd or Jeffreys to step into that role.
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Let me tell you how much our family has loved the World Cup Youth Soccer Tournament. Every spring, the Cordova Bay Soccer Club puts on this unique event that brings together youth soccer players from all over Greater Victoria to play their hearts out for one weekend. Our boys cry when it's over. This one event was the vision of one man 23 years ago, Frank Leversedge. A sudden heart attack at Lochside Park, where he spent most of his 30 years volunteering, took him from us at the age of 74. His list of accomplishments are too numerous to mention. The amount of hours he dedicated to the young people of our community is staggering. There was no paycheque at the end of the day, just a love of the game and the young people that he helped so much. His last big contribution was to spearhead the construction of the new artificial turf field that will be named in his honour. We are much poorer for his passing and we could all learn a thing or two about selfless service from Frank Leversedge. We just want to to express our deepest sympathies to Peggy, Fraser, Renton and their families for their loss.
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Five former executives of a private security company that made headlines over its involvement in a 2007 Baghdad shooting incident that left 17 Iraqi civilians dead are now under indictment, facing apparently unrelated charges that they illegally stockpiled automatic weapons at Blackwater Worldwide's headquarters in North Carolina and filed false documents concerning five firearms given to the King of Jordan.
The charges against onetime Blackwater general counsel Andrew Howell, 44, and four other ex-executives follow a 2008 federal raid at the Moyock, N.C., headquarters of the company, which changed its name to Xe Services around 2009. Agents seized 17 AK-47s and five other weapons in the raid, and the defendants are now accused of having violated federal law prohibiting even licensed firearms dealers like Blackwater from having all of these weapons, according to the Associated Press and the BBC News.
The AP article says ex-company president Gary Jackson, 52, was charged with conspiracy to violate firearms laws, possession of an unregistered firearm and false statements; it doesn't specify the charges against the other defendants. An Agence France-Presse article also doesn't specify the charges but says each of the defendants, if convicted, could face a 20-year prison term.
Law enforcement agencies are permitted to own fully automatic weapons, and the indictment accuses the former Blackwater executives of persuading the local local Camden County sheriff's office to pose as a weapons purchaser on behalf of the company, which reportedly financed the purchase of 34 automatic weapons for the sheriff's office in 2005. Company representatives have said that Blackwater stored firearms for the sheriff's office as a "professional courtesy," and insisted that federal authorities knew about the guns for years previously, the AP recounts.
A Financial Times article says the weapons provided to the King of Jordan during his 2005 visit to Blackwater headquarters in Moyock, according to the indictment, were three Glock handguns, s Bushmaster M4 rifle and a Remington shotgun. He and his country are not accused of any wrongdoing.
Both Howell and Jackson minimized the federal raid in Moyock during a 2008 interview with the Associated Press, and said agents had stopped at the company's front gate to get passes for admittance.
"As a hypothetical, one would think that, if you were going on a raid, you'd take your Kevlar and your weapon," Howell said at the time, as other executives chuckled.
Attorney Kenneth Bell, who represents Jackson, describes the former Navy Seal as a true American hero and says the charges against his client are "false."
A spokesman for Xe says the company fully cooperated with the feds and declined further comment.
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21.4% (National Average 25%) or 14,000 youths aged 12 to 17 in Hawaii used marijuana in the past year. 8.29% Youth (aged 12-17) used marijuana in the past month. (No indication of how many total aged 12-17 there are in Hawaii)
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- providing youth with skills and motivation to make healthy choices,
- decreasing underage access to tobacco, alcohol and other drugs,
- and stopping chemical dependence early.
Mission Talbot Partnership, through its coalition, encourages the community to recognize the problems and implement solutions related to alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse by implementing policies, promoting early intervention programs and building a culture that favors a healthy, safe and drug-free community.
Leadership Gary Pearce, Executive Director
Contact www.talbotpartnership.org
8 Goldsborough St. Easton, MD 21601
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BOSTON– Project SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana) has come to Massachusetts as part of its new national dialogue on policy issues related to marijuana use and legalization. The organization is launching a statewide affiliate, SAM Massachusetts, a project of the Massachusetts Prevention Alliance (MAPA), to facilitate a discussion on marijuana use, the potential impact it has on health, and policy solutions that will help the state implement a responsible medical marijuana program.
"Misconceptions about marijuana are becoming more and more prevalent, especially in Massachusetts, a state with some of the highest levels of youth marijuana use in the nation" said former U.S. Congressman Patrick Kennedy, Project SAM chairman. "It's time to clear the smoke and get the facts out about this drug."
"We are thrilled to launch Project SAM as part of a statewide educational effort about marijuana," said Heidi Heilman, Coordinator of SAM Massachusetts and president of MAPA. "This is not about demonizing or legalizing marijuana, but rather educating the public about the most misunderstood drug in the country."
In Massachusetts, with the passage of decriminalization in 2008 and medical marijuana in 2012, young people think marijuana use is no big deal. And legalization proponents, who have their eye on 2016, are capitalizing on that through a wellfunded national media and lobbying campaign. Marijuana is the number one drug of abuse among our kids and the top reason Massachusetts teens are in treatment.
"Massachusetts' rates of youth marijuana use are significantly higher than in the rest of the country," Kennedy said. "And fewer kids in Massachusetts think smoking marijuana is harmful compared to the past. I have seen firsthand the debilitating effects of marijuana addiction."
It's more than just the addict, it's the families who Kennedy said teens who smoke marijuana have a 1 in 6 chance of becoming addicted and have significantly lower levels of IQ later in life. "We are here to educate," said Heilman. "Through smart legislation, we can fix the problems in the new Massachusetts medical marijuana program. "Massachusetts citizens were promised marijuana would be confined to the very sick when Question 3 passed last November legalizing marijuana for medicinal purposes. Senator Keenan's bill S1031 better delivers what the people of the Commonwealth understood they were voting on in Question 3. This legislation works to hold the marijuana industry accountable in that regard," Heilman said.SAM Massachusetts News & Information
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Mission: The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (NCADA) – St. Louis Area is a community health agency providing information, intervention, referral to treatment, prevention and advocacy services. NCADA works to better educate the public about the realities of marijuana and seeks to halt to any legislative efforts to legalize the use of marijuana in Missouri. Contact: www.ncada-stl.org www.not-even-once.com
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- Provide access to needed prevention, intervention and treatment resources
- Work collaboratively within communities to develop and implement strategies to reduce the effects of substance abuse on communities. We will do this through working groups focused on marijuana, heroin, prescription drugs, underage drinking and methamphetamine
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Mission: Established in 1956, the council, also known as LICADD, has continuously delivered successful evidence-based programs to prevent alcoholism, treat substance abuse and promote addiction recovery. With offices in Mineola, Ronkonkoma and Riverhead, LICADD provides a comprehensive array of support programs for family members and loved ones of addicted persons. The agency offers a network of recovery support programs for persons seeking to maintain their sobriety.
LICADD provides crisis interventions, screenings, brief interventions, referrals to treatment (SBIRT), and planned family interventions. Our prevention programs include Too Good for Drugs for children grades K-12 (TGFD), Teen Intervene, parent workshops, alcohol education classes and professional training. LICADD's Open Arms Employee Assistance Program serves 60,000 employees and their families annually, providing confidential assistance, supervisory trainings, and psychological first aid following workplace trauma. Contact:
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Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, Ph.D, CEAP, SAP – Executive Director – email@example.com
Steven Chassman, LCSW, CASAC – Clinical Director
Ashley Gunther, JD – Director of Philanthropy
Monica Ann Wakely, LCSW, SAP – Director of Employee Services
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Mission: Leading the way in promoting healthy lives through the prevention of substance abuse and related problems.
Marcie Seidel, OCPS I, executive director, email@example.com
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OSPA advocates for policies, practices and community programs that protect youth from the harmful effects of marijuana. OSPA also is working to address the unintended consequences of current marijuana laws in Rhode Island. Contact www.oceanstateprevention.org
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- Promote prevention health and wellness to policymakers and communities
- Build local and statewide capacity for prevention advocacy
- Establish sustainable funding for prevention, health and wellness
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- White House State Profile: Vermont
- Vermont Department of Health: Drug Abuse
Washington Association for Substance Abuse and Violence Prevention (WASAVP)
Website: http://wasavp.org. Look for the WASAVP blog here.
Contact: Derek Franklin, WASAVP Vice President, firstname.lastname@example.com
Mission: The mission of WASAVP is to unite prevention advocates in Washington state to create environments supporting safe and healthy communities through prevention of substance abuse and violence.
In support of its mission, WASAVP commits to:
- Advocate on behalf of the statewide prevention community
- Encourage mobilization of communities for prevention activities and strategies
- Sustain and expand investment in prevention for local communities
- Support an inclusive continuum of prevention strategies
- Foster collaboration among prevention organizations
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In the relatively small universe of vintage BMW motorcycle aficionados, there are perhaps a dozen or so names that are universally recognized and respected for their dedication, knowledge, skills, and their collections of these unique vintage motorcycles. In the past decade, one name, that of Long Islander Peter Nettesheim, has grown remarkably in significance and respect among this passionate group of enthusiasts. BMW MOA members met Peter Nettesheim (MOA 66171) in the February 2004 ON through the feature article, "One Man's Fascination" (p44).That issue's cover showed Peter in front of his Ultimate Backyard Garage alongside a pristine and historically important 1923 R32.
Ten years have passed, and Peter's museum, collection, as well as the focus and direction of his driving passion have grown and evolved. During a recent visit to his home and museum, ON learned more of the man, the collection and evolving emphasis. First, what has changed?
Peter's original quest was to collect and restore vintage BMW motorcycles; now, he confides that his focus has changed since beginning the collection and restorations; "I now want to share and celebrate BMW's unique history, their background, successes and hard times, and their rich culture as a firm that is enduring, innovative, and consistently replicates 'fundamental quality during manufacture' every time. This involves more than just my motorcycles, although the moto-viewpoint is still my primary focus."
"70% of the entire collection contains historically notable pieces," Peter noted, adding that currently there really are no additional important motorcycles to be added. "The collection holds virtually every regular production BMW motorcycle from 1923 to 1970, with the exception of some easily-obtainable singles of little interest." To house the additions and properly display them, as well as many non-moto items of interest, Peter added an entire wing to his existing residence, and from the outside, it simply appears to be just that, a larger graceful residence. The new wing has more than twice as much space as the original backyard garage; the backyard facility is still presented as a museum, with the resultant 'hush-hush, look-but-don't-touch' aura of a museum, while the new wing is done in a Disney-esque 'BMW World' format, a comfy den-like atmosphere with spacious couches, Persian rugs on granite floors, elegant wood walls and ceilings, appropriate music, display lighting and décor that replicates southern German villages during the 1920s and '30s. "It's intended to be a fun, interactive, 'touch, feel, experience' place to visit." Peter adds.
Along with bikes that are on display in the new facility, Peter has amassed many other items of BMW interest that highlight more about the history, culture, the passion for quality that is, and always has been the hallmark of BMW as a manufacturing firm.
Several notable certificates are on display, including the Gerhardt Knochlein (ED NOTE: 'o' in Khochlein requires umlaut, dunno how to do it) Award from BMW Mobile Tradition – Peter is the first American to be so recognized – and a certificate from BMW AG of Munchen that confirms that one of Peter's eight R32 motorcycles is the oldest existing BMW vehicle, be it motorcycle or auto, in the world. That machine has been on loan to BMW.
An additional eight notable BMW motorcycles from the collection are currently at the well-known Saratoga Automobile Museum in New York; BMW itself has also loaned several pieces to this facility. The American Motorcyclist Association Museum in Pickerington, Ohio recently had several of Peter's bikes on display, and when the event ended, graciously donated their professionally-produced backdrops to include in Peter's museum.
Peter Nettesheim worked with author Peter Gantriis, who used much of Peter's collection for his book, 'The Art of BMW: 85 Years of Motorcycling Excellence'. This coffee-table style photo-rich volume is available at online booksellers, and is a quality piece. The Nettesheim collection has been featured in over twenty magazines over the past ten years, as well.
2011 was a bad year for Peter, and put the entire collection in jeopardy; suffering from severe back troubles caused by improperly lifting heavy motorcycle parts, and straining to lift bikes onto the poorly-engineered centerstands of the older machines, walking became nearly unbearable. After seeking nearly all treatments except actual surgery, he began using physical therapy and careful work habits that have largely mitigated the debility. For a time, says Peter, he thought he would have to dispose of the collection.
Long time collaborators in his work include Georgia's John Landstrom of Blue Moon Cycles, and local compatriots Pip Sarser and Jim Ricci. Nearby neighbor, musician Bill Joel of Oyster Bay, LI, has an interesting collection, as well, and Joel and Nettesheim occasionally trade visits. Bill Joel, says Peter, can buy anything he wants, but mainly collects Japanese machines, Moto Guzzis, a Vincent or two and some Meridian Triumphs, BMWs, and BSAs; Joel tends to favor bikes with electric starters, and seems attracted to bikes of his own youth.
In exploring and celebrating the entire heritage of BMW and the earlier days of fine machinery and quality of manufacture, some newer items include a 1:7 scale model steam engine that would have been used in an early twentieth-century industrial factory to supply electricity and steam-power; the level of detail and intricate workmanship is breathtaking. An early BMW stationary engine, an M2B15, is on display, as well as engines manufactured by BMW and installed in bikes of other makers such as Victoria, Bison, Helios and SMZ. An unrestored Victoria graces the collection. Many enthusiasts believe that a BMW motor was also used in the British Douglas of Robert Fulton fame ('One Man Caravan'), with cylinders aligned fore and aft, rather than athwart-ships as all BMW Boxer motors are configured, but that is incorrect. The engine used in the Douglas is, however, widely considered a possible inspiration for BMW engineer and designer Max Friz, who developed the original Boxer engine for the R32, BMW's first actual complete motorcycle introduced in 1923.
BMW Motorrad has increasingly been involved with Peter Nettesheim, donating several items of interest; "I help further BMW's heritage and culture, and so it's in their best interest to provide interesting pieces." Peter noted. His facility has regularly hosted attendees in Motorrad's Service Technician Education Program, and is intended to instill the deep roots of heritage into these folks when they return to their work-bays. This year, the Museum has hosted visits by Mr. Ludwig W. Willish, President and CEO BMW NA LLC, and several other top-tier BMW executives. Another notable visitor has been Mr. Hans Blesse, VP BMW Motorrad USA. Mid-level executives from BMW's nearby New Jersey headquarters are regular visitors as they work with Peter to plan and execute various cooperative promotional ventures. The venue regularly hosts receptions for BMW Dealer Meetings, and again, with the intent to deepen and widen dealers' cumulative awareness of the firm's rich history.
Over the years, Peter has reduced his involvement in shows, displays and concours events, limiting his participation to the most prestigious ones such as Pebble Beach. However, he almost always brings a strong presence to BMW MOA International Rallies, missing only two in the past ten years. He is also very active with local clubs in the Long Island and New York area, and is always ready to assist a local enthusiast with his or her restoration project.
Now the talk turns to the actual motorcycles. Peter owns eight R32 bikes, the original model sold to the public beginning in 1923, including the aforementioned oldest existing BMW vehicle of any type. The collection is now at over one hundred pieces. Interesting pieces noticed during ON's visit include a BMW sidecar rig recently featured on the cover of ON, a 1966 R60 powered by an R1150 engine, and a 1951 R51/3, his original BMW motorcycle. Peter began restoration work as a youth, working beside his father restoring Mercedes-Benz autos; after a brief flirt restoring BMW autos – they were 'more exciting' than Mercedes' – Peter discovered motorcycles. The original R51/3 was not reliable, however, so he began restoring it to become a daily rider, and the rest is history – and his road to history is still being written.
While the rich and fascinating past is the primary focus, the modern era is represented by a gleaming red, white and blue Boxer Cup bike ridden by racer Brian Parriott to 2nd place in the 2003 International Boxer Cup. It was another donation from BMW Motorrad. A blue-and-white S1000RR HP4 competition race bike represents the current pinnacle of the art; "It's an interesting ride," notes Peter, going on to comment on the proactive rider-assists that now festoon RRs and are now migrating down into various road and dual-sport BMWs.
His favorite? The R32, unsurprisingly. It was the machine that launched the legend that became the basis for BMW's most memorable advertising line; "The Legendary Motorcycles of Germany." The R32 lit the torch of quality, reliability and functional comfort for nearly fifty years, into the 1960s. During this time, most other makes were anything but reliable, oil-tight or comfortable.
As a result of my misspent youth nearly living in a BMW motorcycle shop, 441 Cycles of Fort Lauderdale, I well remember the sales demonstration that often sold BMWs over other brands; the store's owner would park a Brit-bike on the centerstand, start it if he could, and while in neutral, rev the engine. The parallel twin would roar, dance and skitter across the concrete floor while on the centerstand due to the engine's vibrations. Then, the same treatment was given to the BMW machine; it started quietly on the first kick, and simply purred softly, remaining stock-still as the engine-speed rose and fell. The well-to-do gentleman rider would usually unlimber his checkbook and ride away on the BMW.
Peter adds that his favorite bike to ride would have to be the R69S; this model represents the pinnacle of BMW quality, innovation and development prior to the beginning of the Slash Five 'modern era,' when most makers' quality of manufacture, led by Honda, began to improve markedly. "The R69S does everything well, and is a pleasure to ride."
New items come almost exclusively from Europe, with an emphasis on southern Germany, particularly BMW AG's home of Bavaria. In the first half of the twentieth century, most motorcycle makers sold products mainly in their regional markets, and Bavaria still produces many vintage finds. As the Nettesheim name became widely known, many pieces he owns now actually found him. An article in a German magazine brought him two R32 machines; one of them was the 92nd BMW motorcycle built, with the early original engine used before some flying production changes. This contact also furnished some valuable R32 bits, some late 1960 pieces, and many with the all-important provenance attached. Peter is always willing to consider buying an interesting piece, so members are welcome to contact him if one has something of interest. As the value of vintage BMW motorcycles has grown, a larger-than-cottage industry of reproduction – 'repops' – parts as well as complete motorcycles have begun to appear in the marketplace, and a number of unwary buyers have been duped. Most come from Asia, including, surprisingly, Vietnam. Peter explains than some repop parts are first produced and then aged and distressed so as to appear genuine. So, vintage collectors now have something else to consider when picking.
Peter still does most of his own machining and restoration work, and still contracts out all painting. "I do occasionally send machining out, now, though, when another craftsman can do a better job on a critical piece." The new addition contains a complete machine shop equipped with a state-of-the-art HLV Super-Precision class Hardinge lathe, a milling machine, and assorted other quality tools. Peter does all of his own cylinder-head work.
In addition to the aforementioned Victoria, the only other non-BMW machine is a prewar Zundapp K800, a 4-cylinder flat four.
In the 2004 magazine article, it was a point of pride to Peter that all of his motorcycles were registered, tagged and insured, and all ridden in rotation. He commented at the time that maintaining the forty-odd bikes in running condition was a larger-than-life task. Today, New York motorcycle registration cost have trebled, and it would cost nearly $4,000 per year now to keep all of the current collection road-legal, so only about fifty bikes are registered and ridden on the street. Most of these are from 1920s and '30s; Peter does put some enjoyable miles on the S1000RR HP4, though.
The next target? "There really isn't one," Peter responded, "I have every important BMW motorcycle and there really is nothing else that I'm searching to find now."
The future of the Peter Nettesheim collection, and his personal ambitions; "For the past five years, I've also been a pilot, with a private pilot's certificate, and own a 1943 Boeing Stearman Model PT-17 aircraft. I enjoy the mastery of the machine." Perhaps he is subconsciously connecting with BMW's aero-roots of the early twentieth century through elementary aviation.
The museum and collection are a hobby, not a business. Peter continues to operate his Freightliner truck dealership five days a week. Peter considered buying a local BMW motorcycle business; he has wide experience in both new-vehicle sales, and BMW motorcycles, but in the end, decided against the venture. The collection is, and always will be a solo operation. The museum is not open to the general public, but can be opened to interested parties, organizations and clubs that have a sincere and specific interest in BMW motorcycles – this must be prearranged with Peter - and increasingly, in the heritage and culture of this proud firm. "I want to share my passion about these elements with others who are like-minded. I'm not interested in television exposure, or putting my life's work in front of those who have no interest in what I've done."
Potential plans are on the drawing board for another separate building on the property, nearly double the size of the existing stand-alone museum and possibly standing two stories tall. Peter has created a public educational foundation on the advice of his financial team; one benefit is that others may donate pieces to the museum, should they be so inclined, and receive favorable tax benefits. Adding new items is one thing, but when asked if would sell anything, Peter responded firmly; "No! Not yet, anyway."
Ask what he hopes members of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America can take away from this article and his accomplishments and collection, he immediately spoke of passing along to members and other interested enthusiasts more about the strong BMW brand, and the pride one should feel from association with a firm whose entire mission has been centered around innovation and quality of manufacture. He hopes to further the knowledge and passion of these elements in others so like-minded. The museum and collection have become a life's dedication, no longer a mere hobby and Peter admitted that may not be completely a good thing; "When I started collection, my father – a Mercedes dealer who had his own Mercedes collection – told me; 'First, you will drive the collection, and then the collection will drive you.' And that has come to pass."
Peter notes that gentlemen visitors usually ask; "Where do you find the time to do all this?" while the ladies usually inquire; "Who cleans all these?"
Another concern on the horizon is the long-term future of the collection. "My family has no interest in the collection. My son Alex works with me in the truck business, but he isn't into motorcycles; my daughter Kate works on a private 330-foot yacht, sailing the world. I'm concerned that after my life has passed, the collection could be dumped on the market; can you image what would happen to collectible-motorcycle values if eight pristine R32s came up for sale at the same time? Right now, it's a question I just can't answer!" Peter is working with his advisors to seek ways to keep the collection intact, and maintain the integrity of the collection, the value of the collection, as well as the value of others' collections.
"I have no really big aspirations now; there's nothing I want to add, nothing I need to complete the work, although I'm always interested in looking. I still travel to Europe regularly and look around. That's not necessarily good, not bad, but just the way it is, and I'm comfortable with what I've done."
Peter can be reached at: firstname.lastname@example.com. Like-minded enthusiasts are always welcome to contact Peter Nettesheim; he will always consider visit requests, as well as offer advice and insights about vintage BMW motorcycles.
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In anticipation of the sequel, Paramount Pictures completed work on a 3-D version of the 1986 film with Legend3D, a company which converts films from 2-D. According to the New York Times, Paramount is now concerned as to whether a release of the 3-D film would seem "insensitive or exploitative" following Scott's death.
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"Top Gun," which also starred Val Kilmer and Anthony Edwards, has been parodied in modern pop culture and helped inspire the use of the word "wingman," The film has grossed more than $354 million worldwide.
According to the Times, Scott contributed enthusiastically to the film's 3-D conversion, in the weeks before his death on August 19, 2012. "Top Gun 3-D" was reportedly aiming for a February 2013 release, though Paramount declined to comment on the matter.
Scott, who was also known for directing films like "Days of Thunder," "True Romance" and "Beverly Hills Cop II," died at the age of 68 after jumping from the Vincent Thomas Bridge in Los Angeles Harbor. At the time of his death, he had 27 films in development and another five in production.
Cruise, who collaborated with Scott on "Top Gun" and "Days of Thunder," commented on the director's death. The pair reportedly met up with each other as late as Friday, August 17, to do research for the sequel while touring a Naval air station in Nevada.
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Bistro Hosting Voices of Pride Fundraiser
By M.M. Cloutier
Hors d'oeuvres, dinner and a lively variety show by Voices of Pride, the gay men's chorus of the Palm Beaches…
That's what's on tap this weekend at China Beach Bistro in West Palm Beach's Northwood Village, which has become somewhat of a restaurant destination—a dozen-plus eateries in a highly concentrated, attractive area—due to revitalization efforts.
This Sunday, 6:30-9 p.m., China Beach Bistro will host the spring fundraiser of nonprofit Voices of Pride (VOP). Whether you grab a table outside on the patio or inside the restaurant—home to Asian cuisine and a special dim sum menu—there will be plenty of food, including hors d'oeuvres and a buffet/sit-down dinner, plus a complimentary cocktail (additional drinks will be available at a cash bar).
VOP's performance, complete with skits and songs, will last about 50 minutes, including appearances from the group's "divas"—with solo and group numbers—and a patriotic salute to the men and women in the Armed Forces. In VOP style, a few surprises will unfold.
Tickets must be purchased by the end of the day tomorrow. They're available on a donation basis—a minimum of $75 a ticket. For more information, visit http://www.voicesofpride.org/dontask/info.php
Or, call 247-4554.
About the Author
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December 9, 2010 – Quote of the Day
December 8, 2010 – Quote of the Day
'There is an extraordinary amount of crowding out that is occurring as a consequence of the United States Treasury preempting the flow of savings in the economy. Approximately one third of the decline in capital investment as a share of cash flow is directly attributable to the crowding out of all other borrowers by the […]
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Featured Trades: (LOS ANGELES STRATEGY LUNCHEON REVIEW) 1) Los Angeles Strategy Luncheon Review. Even though I grew up in Los Angeles during the fifties and sixties, visiting today feels like a trip to an exotic foreign country. It's as if the city was destroyed in some terrible war and rebuilt in a hodgepodge way, as […]
December 7, 2010 – There is @$*% Scalp Here in Financials
Featured Trades: (A SCALP IN THE FINANCIALS) 2) There is @$*% Scalp Here in Financials. Regular readers of this letter are well aware that I despise financial stocks for the worthless pieces of paper that they are. Therefore, I think you should rush out and buy financials stocks right now. There is a method to […]
December 7, 2010 – Buy the &%$#! Dip
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'If there were no way to short stocks, the probability of stock market bubbles would be much greater,' said hedge fund manager, Bill Ackman, of Pershing Square.
Lunch With the CIA
Lunch with the Central Intelligence Agency is always interesting, although five gorillas built like brick shithouses staring at me intently didn't help my digestion. Obama's pick of Leon Panetta as the agency's new director was controversial because he didn't come from an intelligence background- upsetting the career spooks at Langley to no end. But the […]
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Featured Trades: (IS FOOD THE NEW DISTRESSED ASSET?), (DBA), (MOO), (AGU), (MOO) 2) Is Food the New Distressed Asset? After my entertaining repast with the head of our nation's intelligence service, I had to ask myself this question. During the sixties, new dwarf varieties, irrigation, fertilizer, and heavy duty pesticides tripled crop yields, unleashing a […]
December 6, 2010 – The Real Estate Market in 2030
Featured Trades: (THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IN 2030) 3) The Real Estate Market in 2030. A number of analysts, and even some of those in the real estate industry, are finally coming around to the depressing conclusion that there will never be a recovery in residential real estate. Long time readers of this letter […]
December 3, 2010 – The Mad Hedge Fund Trader's December 28 Global Strategy Luncheon
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December 3, 2010 – Trade Alert for the (TBT)
Featured Trades: (TBT TRADE ALERT) 2) Trade Alert for the (TBT). It's time to get in on the greatest short play of the coming decade. I have been pounding the table that investors should pile into the (TBT), the 200% leveraged bet that Treasury bond prices would go down, since August. It rose 28% after […]
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Featured Trades: (SSO TRADE ALERT), (NSANY), (TM), (TTM) 3) Trade Alert for the (SSO). After the Dow's impressive 250 point blast off to the upside yesterday, my phone started ringing off the hook. Fundamental and technical analysts around the world were screaming at me that a major breakout was at hand, it was off to […]
December 1, 2010 – The Portland Thanksgiving Strategy Luncheon
Featured Trades: (PORTLAND STRATEGY LUNCHEON) 1) The Portland Thanksgiving Strategy Luncheon. Many thanks to all who attended the First Annual Portland Thanksgiving Strategy Luncheon, whose repartee, give and take, and wide-ranging debate made the event well worth the trip from Fog City. I always take in more from these events than I dish out, which […]
December 1, 2010 – My Anti Review of the Chevy Volt
Featured Trades: (CHEVY VOLT REVIEW), (NSANY), (GM) 2) My Anti Review of the Chevy Volt. In 2011, we will we be deluged by an onslaught of advertising praising the virtues of the electric car, as models like the Nissan Leaf (NSANY) and the Chevy Volt (GM) hit the market. If last week's San Francisco […]
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I know, another combine post from me, but this time it's our boys trying to go to the NFL. TGB's been stalking Jimmy Graham, but I wanted to give some info on the other Canes who took the trip to Indianapolis.
I. The Canes Invited to the Combine
- 40 yard dash: Graham was second of all TE's, clocking a 4.56. He's 6'6", 260 and ran that. The top TE in the 40 was Pitt's Dorin Dickerson who's only 6'4", 226.
- Vertical Jump: Graham finished 3rd, jumping 38.5". Again, he's 6'6", while the guys he finished behind are 2 and three inches smaller and 10-30 pounds lighter. Dickerson was first.
- Broad Jump: Graham finished second (behind Dickerson AGAIN) with a 10' jump.
- Three Cone (also called L Cone): Graham finished second, in 6.9 seconds. If you don't know what the 3 cone drill is take a look:
- 60 Yard Shuttle: Graham finished second running an 11.76".


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London's NewGen 2011 Winners Announced-------
London is famously supportive of its young designers, and today, the British Fashion Council announced the 18 who will be the beneficiaries of the NewGen sponsorship at London fashion week in February.
Holly Fulton, Louise Gray, Mary Katrantzou, David Koma, and Michael van der Ham will all be presenting shows on the catwalk, supported by NewGen. Christopher Raeburn, Craig Lawrence, J. JS Lee, and milliner Nasir Mazhar will hold presentations; jewelers Dominic Jones and Jordan Askill will stage installations; and menswear designer J.W. Anderson will screen a film. There'll also be a larger exhibition featuring the work of all of the designers above, plus Dorchester Prize finalists Chau Har Lee and Thomas Tait, Fannie Schiavoni, Felicity Brown, Yang Du, and Finnish designer Heikki Salonen.
Check out the links above to see runway shows, reviews, blogs, and all of Style.com's past coverage on the winning designers.
Pictured above, left to right: Spring 2011 looks from Holly Fulton, Mary Katrantzou, and Michael Van Der Ham.
The Finnish Are Coming!-------
For a quaint Nordic nation at the tip of northern Europe, Finland is making a big mark on the global fashion scene. Plucked out of Espoo, Finland, rising 16-year-old star Kirsi Pyrhonen seems poised for supermodel-dom—barely two seasons into her career, she's nabbed a solo cover for Vogue Italia and made her way into the September issues of W and Vogue. And come September 16, the Finland-born, Brooklyn-based brand IVANAhelsinki will be the first Finnish fashion label to march down the runway during New York fashion week. "It's a great honor to show in New York," says the label's designer, Paola Suhonen. "I really feel that we Finns have something, this weird twist between pure Scandinavian culture and Slavic melancholic roots, that will be interesting for Americans to explore—David Lynch meets Björk." That's not a bad way to describe her Spring collection, Where the F*** Is My Sailor?, which consists of nautical striped frocks.
Meanwhile, a cool Nordic breeze is blowing in London, too. Last night, the Finnish Institute here hosted Hel Yes!, a design extravaganza that came with a clear message: Move over Swedes; it's Finland's turn to make waves. Helsinki has just been crowned a World Design Capital—and last night showed us exactly why. A four-course dinner was served up by waitresses dressed in "uniforms" (think hunter-gatherers wearing dirndls) created by Erdem's former assistant Heikki Salonen (pictured, left, with Johanna Laitanen and Maria Duncker), an up-and-coming Finnish designer handpicked by Lulu Kennedy for Fashion East.
Katharine Hamnett, Jefferson Hack, Tom Dixon, and Kinder Aggugini were among those who gathered at the giant Aspen wood tables. The case for Finnish design was strong, but it'll take plenty of the cinnamon vodka on hand to get Englishmen into the country's cuisine. "Are we going to be eating reindeer meat?" asked Love's Isaac Lock. Not this time, but Salonen tells us it's no big deal—it's kind of like hamburger meat for Finns. "I guess people feel all funny about potentially eating Rudolph and his mates," he said with a shrug. "But we are over that."


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Do you remember the Jetsons? This futuristic cartoon set in the 21st Century from the great minds at Hanna-Barbera originally aired in 1962. "Meet, George Jetson ... Jane, his wife..." I loved the catchy theme song!
Remember all those really crazy inventions in the cartoon? Robots, video phones, web conferencing, and even moving sidewalks were all featured in the Jetsons cartoons back in the '60s. Back then, it seemed like these were pretty far-fetched. Fast forward 47 years and these things seem pretty routine.
Every September we celebrate libraries and their role in the community. And for those of you reading this even now thinking the technology mentioned above has killed libraries — think again. Libraries and their staffs have become more critical than ever to help folks navigate the digital age.
It's exciting times we live in with technology changing the way we do just about everything. From newspapers to websites, private journals to public blogs, from the telephone to e-mail, to instantaneous contact from Twitter and Facebook it has become a world for many to either adapt to or sink in.
And it's not just socially we're experiencing this change. Many basic government services now require computer access. Unemployment, insurance, and tax forms are operating fully in the online environment or are strongly encouraging their users to begin that process.
As you experience the mass change in the way you get information, we are too. Libraries around the country have begun to transform. We've worked hard to train our staff on the latest technology because we need to be ahead of the curve to answer your questions. We understand that as more and more services go online, you might need some help bridging the divide. We're also addressing the social needs by adapting our collections to include downloadable audio, eBooks, and music. You might also find us on Facebook, Twitter, and other social networking sites.


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This condo was "over-the-top exceptional". It was equipped with everything we needed plus more. We had 14 people ranging in age from 4 yo to 78 yo and this condo provided space and luxurious accommodations beyond what we could dream of. I could stay at this condo for a month and never leave; it was that nice. Staff was very nice and easy to deal with and were very friendly. Words can not describe how satisfied everyone in our party was with this beautiful unit.
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My family and I recently spent a week in this gorgeous condo, and we couldn't have been happier with our accommodations. The photos don't do this property justice. It's very well stocked with everything you need from paper and cleaning products to beach toys and snorkeling gear. Our party of 7 had plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen was a lot of fun to cook in with a gas grill and griddle built into the range. There were plenty of plates, utensils, flatware, and even some decent knives. We made steaks and seafood for dinner on the grill. Paul and Karen were very easy to work with; they responded promptly to emails and provided very helpful information on local restaurants. We had a very good meal at Cafe Thirty A in Seagrove. The beach access was easy and convenient, but the walk can be weary when saddled with a bunch of gear. All you really need is a towel as chairs and umbrellas are provided for you. The beach is very wide and wasn't overly crowded as it's private. It has the fluffy white sand and turquoise water which are the hallmarks of the area, very beautiful. We visited Destin (blech, a bit on the obnoxious side) and Seaside (better, but yuppie town). The Barefoot BBQ stand in Seaside is remarkable even if overpriced, but then this is a tourist spot so you have to expect that. We really enjoyed our trip. My advice is to travel lightly as this condo has way more than you expect. We'd come back in a blink!


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Watch for Sale: SEIKO "MACCHINA SPORTIVA" by GIUGIARO in ORANGE - Sold out, sorry!
Why I think this
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Btw. the strap is swim-safe, I have worn the watch on a very long motorbike trip in Thailand from Bangkok up North (more then 1200 km) and if you know the Thai climate, then you can imagine how much sweat ran over that watch band (not yours, I am talking about my watch from my private collection). The band is really swim safe!
Details about this Watch
Price: Is firm, my margins are very
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Case diameter (excl.crown): 40 mm
Height: 11 mm
Case Length: 44 mm
Lug width: 14 mm, light blue water resistant Calf Leather SEIKO original strap
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Oh shut up. Ive been a long time reader and sometimes poster on here and the talk these last few weeks has motivated me to write this post.
To start yes Pryor should start the regular season for us. Hes earned it and Flynn hasnt shown anything but please stop with the potential talk. We have gone years with the keep this guy or next guy because he has potential. Hell Jbustice had "potential" is that what we need?? Hell No we need people that can go out and produce and thats what Pryor is doing right now.
For the " we shouldnt have gotten rid of Hugh or we need a experienced HC" you need to remember that any HC out there has FAILED somewhere thats why they are unemployed. As for Hugh he had 6 games and only needed 2 wins to get in the playoffs and guess what HE BLEW IT. "Oh it was the defense not hugh" Once again your the head couch you had 6 games to get shit right and you failed...a good OC yeah but more involved with his irish coffee and mani pedis then being a real HC.
Lets go to the RM DA argument now. Yeah we went 8-8 for 2 straight seasons then 4-12 but guess what we did need to clean house. This year alone we are roughly spending 60 million in dead cap space. For some that cant grasp that imagine any of the top teams with 40-50% of there team gone cause they cant pay them. Thats what we are up against right now. Not saying RM and DA are the answer but lets give them a level playing field before we drop the ax on them shall we?
Last point and the one that pisses me off the most. "Lets go out and spend for x y z (name your player)". This is what got us in this position in the first place. The high priced fixes that didnt work helped us get the 60 mil in dead cap space and what has it gotten us??? Not a damn thing. It harkens back to the days of AD (RIP) and the quick fix and that isnt how a strong team is made.
This year is going to be tough. Yeah we will get better but we need to be patient and level the field. This year we look at the potential but we keep the players and pay them if they show it on the field.
I love this blog and I know people want to pimp their own players but i think alot of people have lost the main point. Im going on record now saying im pimping the OAKLAND RAIDERS no matter who is playing or how good they are doing cause when it comes down to it thats who we should be rooting for. Not Pryor or Flynn or King or Kluwe but the whole team. Dont care who they field as long as they are trying 100% and are the best choice we have.


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Streusel Coffee Cake
Yield: 2 cakes, 6 slices each Prep 30 mins Rise 2 hrs Bake 350°F 30 mins Stand 20 mins
- 1/2 cup dark raisins
- Boiling water
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (105 degree F to 115 degree F)
- 1/2 cup milk, heated to lukewarm
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 1/2 - 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, cut up
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- 1/2 cup oats, uncooked
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter, cut up
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1. Place raisins in small bowl. Add boiling water to cover; let stand 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry on paper towels. Set aside.
2. Dissolve yeast in warm water in bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Add milk, egg, and vanilla. Combine 3-1/2 cups flour, the sugar, and salt in food processor; pulse to blend. Add butter and lemon peel; process until mixture resembles fine crumbs. With machine on, add yeast mixture through feed tube and process until it just holds together, 15 to 20 seconds. Transfer dough to floured surface. Add raisins to dough and knead until smooth and elastic, adding additional flour if necessary, about 10 minutes. Transfer to greased bowl, turning dough to grease top. Cover and let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in bulk (about 2 hours).Make Streusel::
3. Meanwhile, combine oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon in food processor; pulse until mixed. Add butter and walnuts; pulse just until crumbly.
4. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Punch down dough. Divide in half and spread in prepared pans. Sprinkle with streusel, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
5. Remove pans from refrigerator and let stand at room temperature 20 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 degree F. Bake coffee cakes 30 to 35 minutes or until tops are golden. Cool on wire racks. Makes 2 cakes, 6 slices each.
Nutrition Facts
- cal.(kcal)410,
- Fat, total(g)20,
- chol.(mg)61,
- sat. fat(g)10,
- carb.(g)52,
- pro.(g)7,
- sodium(mg)355,
- Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet


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One Huntsville woman found the men who murdered her father chatting on Facebook right from their prison cells. She went to Alabama lawmakers to help put a stop to it.
Candy Cheatham went to the candlelight vigil held for homicide victims every year. She goes to honor her father, Cole Cannon who was killed.
Back in 2003, two teens, Colby Smith and Evan Miller, broke into Cannon's trailer, beat him with a bat, robbed him and then set the place on fire.
Since both were sentenced to life in prison without parole, Cheatham has tried to put them out of her mind until she came across them again on Facebook.
They did it by accessing the pages through cell phones smuggled into prison.
"I looked up a few others that I knew had murdered people and they had a site as well," said Cheatham.
Cheatham reached out to State Representative Phil Williams, who drafted House Bill 258 that would make it a crime for inmates to use social networking sites.
"Number one: That's a privilege to have and they shouldn't have that to begin with. It's a security issue because it could cause potential harm to those on the outside and it's devastating to see those that murdered my father having chats and talking with those in the outside world," added Cheatham.
Brian Corbett with the Alabama Department of Corrections said banning an inmate from chatting on Facebook is only half of the problem.
He believes it's cell phones. Last year alone, Alabama prisons confiscated around 5,000 cell phones from inmates.
Senate Bill 101 strictly focuses on cell phones, making it a class "C" felony for an inmate to be in possession of a phone, a corrections officer intending to hand one over or a visitor to smuggle one in.
"The cell phone bill would put some real teeth into the law. When you eliminate the cell phone from the prison setting, then you can eliminate the social networking as well," added Corbett.
For people like Candy Cheatham, lawmakers need to eliminate the source and the problem. "We need to be protected, our community needs to be protected," she said. "There are a lot of things they can do with their sites, they can contact their victim, they can order hits, and they can continue criminal enterprise. It's very important that something is put in place."
Legislators passed Senate Bill 101 last Thursday, which will lengthen a jail sentence and fine a prisoner. House Bill 258 also passed which could also fine an inmate and factor into parole hearings.
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Laura Bennett DIY: Episode 3 – Christina's Crystal Earrings
6 Swarovski 26 X 8.5mm Sew-On Crystals, style 39337 6 large jump rings
2 small jump rings
1 pair earring wires
Needle nose pliers
1. Using a pair of needle nose pliers, pry open the large jump rings and form two chains of three stones each.
2. Using the small jump rings, attach the earring wires to the top jump ring of each chain of stones.
3. Collect your prize for creating a winning accessory (pictured below: orginal on the left, my DIY on the right).
For some of my own great DIY accessory projects check out my new book, "Handmade Chic: Fashionable Projects That Look High-End, Not Homespun".
- Laura
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The Technology & Social Change Group (TASCHA) at the University of Washington's Information School explores how information and communications technologies (ICT) can impact communities – in particular those which face social and economic challenges – and explores how public libraries can help.
Its latest briefing paper (Public access and development: The impact of public access venues and the benefits of libraries) explores the impact of public access to the internet and computers in developing countries, and in particular explores the value of public libraries in enabling this access and improving ICT skills. 5000 users of public access services were surveyed in Bangladesh, Brazil, Chile, Ghana, and the Philippines
The importance of public access venues
- Half of those surveyed said they had first used computers at a public access venue
- 62% first used the internet in such a venue
- 50% said that these venues were the most important place they honed their internet skills
- 34% said that public access venues are their only route to internet access
A range of positive impacts were mentioned by those surveyed
These include improved communication (79%); education (78%); meeting new people (73%); access to employment resources (57%); access to government information and services (40%) and access to health information (37%).
The benefit of libraries
Some activities are more likely to occur in a library setting and with a greater impact. These include accessing health and government services. This may reflect the additional support provided in public libraries.
Public access to ICT plays a critical role in development and libraries play an important role in this.
You can access the briefing, and more information about TASCHA, here.