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The Vampire Diaries Review: Forwood and Backwardby Matt Richenthal at . Comments
Forget Alaric Saltzman. Following "Heart of Darkness," another Vampire Diaries episode that teased a decision between brothers by a certain ever-oscillating heroine, it's clear who is actually schizophrenic on this show:
Isn't that right, Elena Gilbert?
We're as confused as you are, Damon.
It really is aggravating that she continues to go back and forth. If she wants to make like Kelly Taylor and choose herself over either romantic option, that's fine. If she wants to play it safe and go with Stefan, more power to her. If she wants to follow her heart, as dangerous as it may be, and go with Damon, fantastic.
Yes, it's hard. We've all been there. Okay, we haven't all been stuck between a pair of smoldering, blood-sucking brothers, one of whom has hair that belongs in the Smithsonian and another whose smirk should be classified as a lethal weapon - but we have all had to make tough choices in our love life.
And, more often than not, the person at whom you are staring at before falling asleep, and the person you essentially attack on a hotel balcony, is the person you truly want to be with. Elena seems to know this. Stefan clearly know it. Damon mostly knows it. And viewers most definitely know it. Heck, even Rose the ghost knows it!
(Tangent: she sure was annoying, wasn't she? First, it's been made clear that ghosts in general do not work on this show. Second, we've been watching for almost three seasons now, thank you. We really didn't need Rose to spell out for Jeremy/us exactly why Elena is so torn and exactly what each brother does for her. Less obvious exposition, please, TVD. Have some faith in the viewers' intelligence here.)
So it's hard not to get the impression that Julie Plec and company - as much as I have to trust their decision making, based on over two seasons of enthralling action - are simply drawing out Elena's big decision until the season finale.
And that would be acceptable if the series were giving her something to do in the meantime. But her entire storyline these days is based around this love triangle and, I'm sorry, but it's growing tiresome.
Unfortunately, the grating love bug didn't merely bite Elena and Damon this week. It even sank its claws into Caroline and Tyler.
Yes, even after some seriously (seriously!) wild and hot sex, all it took was Tyler catching sight of Klaus' drawing for him to find someplace else to crash. Do I buy he'd have questions? Absolutely. Do I think Caroline should have explained all the weird Klaus wooing that went on for a couple weeks there? Yes.
But, based on the clear feelings that exist between these two (see sex, wild and hot), I find it hard to believe that one piece of (admittedly decent) art would send Tyler packing. Is TVD really going to drag this romance out as well? Must we really see Forwood moving backward? I'm all for Tyler getting angry at Klaus for trying to make a move, but Caroline never gave in and I could do without this contrived drama.
Sigh. Deep breath. Yes, I had issues with the romantic interludes throughout "Heart of Darkness."
Fortunately, everything revolving around Alaric and Dark-laric was a winner. Matt Davis continues to have a blast taking on his alternate persona, as the confrontation between he and Stefan was legitimately intense. The blood spewed. Stefan's thirst intensified. The taunts escalated.
It was fun stuff, and revealing, too. Alaric really is a good guy, one who wrestles with his failure as a vampire hunter, especially when you consider the fates of his wife and of Jenna.
And the end? Now we're on to something! I've been saying for awhile that season three is missing that hook, that ongoing arc that drives everything and everyone toward the finale. But Dark-laric and Esther teaming up? Against both the Originals and the Salvatores? With Tyler caught in between the bloodline battles?
Lines are being drawn, sides are becoming more clear, daggers are being discovered and- with just three episodes remaining - we have a better idea now where it's all headed. Someplace where not everyone can come out alive, that's for sure.
What did everyone else think? Are you sympathetic toward Elena or do you wanna pull out all her straight brown hair? Weigh in now and then get your first look at next week's "Do Not Go Gentle."
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I liked this episode, it was good. I was so happy to see Rose again, I missed her. I cried twice during this episode. I was shocked by the twist at the end with Esther/Rebekah. Never expected that to happen. Overall good episode.
Honestly, I hate Elena. She never knows what she want's and she keeps messing with Damon and Stefan and I think she will chose Stefan but because of her feelings for Damon Stefan will reject her and she will then rush into Damon's bed! Also it would be nice if she finally sleep with Damon so we all can move on. And for season 4 please find her a new boyfriend,someone fun and dangerous,someone like Klaus or that new mysterious guy that everyone is talking about saying that he is even more terrifying than Klaus.
so this love triangle won't end until the end of the show so enjoy the ride like I do plus for those who are insulting Elena and keep saying that she's a sinner for loving Damon 1st she's Stefan's ex-girlfriend so she's free to love and kiss whoever she wants 2nd if the probleme is that Damon is her ex-boyfriend's brother so you shouldn't have watched this show from the beginning.
@ leila: I just want to say that I'm happy to see you on the commentary again I really messed your comments :)
This episode is a wonderful, amazing and awesome episode, I love Esther/Rebekah shocking twist, Stefan & Alaric brilliant scenes and my best part is Damon & Elena's road trip: I love the bed and the kiss scene which is a masterpiece ( I lost counting how much I repeated it and every time I watch it I feel breathless and butterflies in my stomach) and I love their fight even that it was confusing to hear her saying that she doesn't know if she has feeling for him specially after that Passionate kiss still I feel sympathetic toward her and I think that she knows what she feels and what she really wants but she can't say it loudly because she's scared about it and its consequences.
Finally, I want to add that we all knew from the begining that the story of this show is based on a girl who fall in love with two vampires brothers so this love triangle won't end until the end of the show so enjoy the ride like I do plus for those who are insulting Elena and keep saying that she's a sinner for loving Damon 1st she's Stefan's ex-girlfriend so she's free to love and kiss whoever she wants 2nd if the probleme is that Damon is her ex-boyfriend's brother so you shouldn't have watched this show from the beginning.
Continued Just think about it, the might as well have called this show: The Love Complicated Life of An Mystic Falls Teenager. I am not saying get rid of either brother, all I am saying and the rating from this episode (which have dropped severely) prove that shirtless guys and sex scenes are not enough to have a good show, there still has to be a good plot to it and all the characters are supposed to contribute to the story.
So what should be in store for this show if Damon or Stefan will be out of the picture. Well, I would not state that for sure. See, the problem is this triangle is overshadowing everything else that should be more focused on. Even in the books the triangle was not the focus of the story, it formed and developed along with it, with all the supernatural stuff going on. Here, unfortunately, everything has been zeroed on Elena, all the decisions made are to protect Elena, everything is done in the interest of Elena, not Mystic Falls and its people - everyone wants Elena, all villains are connected to Elena, everyone is concerned about Elena. All the other characters are left as if to just go along with the flow, apart from Caroline almost everyone other character is a "back up dancer" for the Elena and Co show - Matt, an interesting and strong character in the books, is a boring ass sad dude here. Bonnie is a go-to-witch. Tyler is left to deal with the sire bond of screen. Just think about it, the might as well have called this show: The Love Complicated Life of An Mystic Falls Teenager. I am not saying get rid of either brother, all I am saying and the rating from this episode (which have dropped severely) prove that shirtless guys and sex scenes are not enough to have a good show, there still has to be a good plot to it and all the characters are supposed to contribute to the story.
I love the show and I think the writers are going to do something great
ine the nest three weeks...
As to add to the points I wrote about triangle: BECAUSE of how uninteresting and unlikeable all the corners of the triangle are and because of how VERY badly it is writing, triangle comes off as irritating. Good quality compelling and well written love triangles can add a lot of enjoyment to the work of fiction(and even then should not be the sole focus of work of fiction). In case of Elena, since there's NOTHING to like or be interested in and since the character had NO BUILD UP and continues to be identical or even worse than Bella Swan, her "Struggle" comes off as annoying and boring instead of compelling and relatable.
So what should be in store for this show if Damon or Stefan will be out of the picture. Hmmm...how about plot, character growth and character development? Actually returning to telling compelling and interesting storylines of those characters living in this supernatural town and NOT relying on cheap love plotline gimmicks to carry on the show. ?
nd i go with Paul who said during the Paleyfest that no one will go on watchin if it would find an end. The triangle is butter and bread of this show. As much as it might surprise you, A VERY BIG part of the fanbase does NOT watch the shows for love triangles. Soap operas are for that. TVD did NOT attract viewers and critics with some compelling love story, because IT WAS ALWAYS the weakest point. It got where it is because of good quality writing and endless potential the show had in S1. Now once all of that is gone and only triangle remains, reasonable people end up asking: Why is this show still on air? What is there to be told apart from atrocious love triangle that comes off as bland and annoying and where you can NOT relate to none of participants?

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LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Kliff Kingsbury's hiring did more than just reunite a Texas Tech fan base still riled by the firing of the school's winningest coach.
The youngest coach in any BCS-automatic qualifying conference also upped Red Raiders fans' enthusiasm to levels not seen since Graham Harrell hit Michael Crabtree for a game-winning score to topple No. 1 Texas in 2008. Ticket sales are reaching record levels.
Kingsbury's was the first in a long line of record-setting quarterbacks under Mike Leach, who the university fired in 2009 after he won 84 games in 10 seasons. The former Texas A&M offensive coordinator who helped guide Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Johnny Manziel last season, Kingsbury steps in for Tommy Tuberville, who left to coach at Cincinnati.
The Red Raiders finished last year at 8-5, losing four of their final six games. At 34, Kingsbury doesn't see his age as a detriment. But there's more going for him (and five other recent former Red Raiders on the coaching staff) than being able to relate to players who aren't that much younger.
"Being in a place that I played and wasn't too far removed from, I think that helps," he said. "It's easy to sell a product when you lived it and you loved it and you're telling the parents and telling the kids. Hopefully, they see that passion."
The Red Raiders open their season Aug. 31 at SMU.
Five things to watch this season at Texas Tech:
1. QUARTERBACK COMPETITION: Kingsbury says it's a dead heat between two players vying to replace Seth Doege as Texas Tech's starting quarterback: Michael Brewer, a redshirt sophomore who has good mobility, and incoming freshman Davis Webb. "We're big on having a QB that can extend plays. It doesn't have to mean rushing yards always," Kingsbury said. "We definitely want a guy who can move and escape the pocket." Brewer's got experience going for him after throwing for four touchdowns and 375 yards with no interceptions as Doege's backup last season. Webb threw for 23 TDS and 2,658 yards as a high school senior last year.
2. HIGH-TEMPO PLAY: Kingsbury was part of some of college football's most prolific offenses as a quarterback at Texas Tech under coach Mike Leach from 2000-2002 and as a coach with Texas A&M and Houston. Last season, the Red Raiders averaged about 76 plays a game, while the Aggies averaged about 79. Alabama coach Nick Saban and Arkansas coach Bret Bielema are among those who've suggested the NCAA consider tweaking the rules to limit how quickly offenses can run plays and allow defenses more time to substitute players. Kingsbury responded that teams should stop recruiting "beasts up front" and maybe he wouldn't run as many plays. "There will be times where we're going superfast, and times not as fast," he said. "But it's all going to be trying to keep constant pressure on the defense."
3. ANOTHER NEW DEFENSE: A defense that forced just 11 turnovers in 13 games last season to rank near the bottom nationally is without veteran defensive backs D.J. Johnson and Cody Davis. Kingsbury has brought in Matt Wallerstedt from Texas A&M (he's the fifth defensive coordinator in five years at Texas Tech) to get the Red Raiders to bring more pressure in the Big 12. "With this many great offenses, you've got to be able to take a few away and slow them down in the red zone," Kingsbury said. Kerry Hyder, who led Big 12 defensive tackles in sacks and tackles for loss last season, will lead a front seven that could be a strength this season. Senior Tre' Porter and sophomore J.J. Gaines are expected to step into the vacancies left by Johnson and Davis.
4. OFFENSIVE LINE: The most glaring question mark for the Red Raiders is the offensive line, which will rely heavily on sophomores and freshman as starters. How well they hold back pass rushers or hold up physically could make or break Texas Tech's ability to pass effectively - something the Red Raiders have done consistently well the past decade. Junior Beau Carpenter will line up beside sophomores Le'Raven Clark, Tony Morales and Jared Kaster, and redshirt freshman Trey Keenan.
5. RECEIVING CORPS: Whoever starts at quarterback will have some prime targets this season in senior Eric Ward, who had 12 touchdowns and 1,053 yards last year, and 6-foot-5 speedster Jace Amaro, who was out with an injured spleen for about half of last season. Ward says players are getting plenty of reminders of why the team lost games lost last season: all the monitors in the workout room replay last season's games, a new wrinkle under Kingsbury.
Predicted finish in Big 12: Seventh
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Problem statement: Depression is said to have a relationship with academic achievement. Thus, the purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between age, depression and academic achievement among adolescents. Approach: The study was carried out among 400 students (200 boys and 200 girls) in the age range 15-19 years. The instrument used for data collection was the Beck Depression Inventory (21 item BDI). The analysis of data used correlation coefficient and t-test. Results: The results showed that 27.5% of the boys and 31.5% of the girls were depressed and that depression and academic achievement were significantly correlated, r = -0.22, p≤0.000. Also, based on results of the present study, age and academic achievement were significantly correlated (r = 0.23, p≤0.000). In addition there was significant difference of academic achievement between male and female, (t (1) = -5.47, p = 0.000). Conclusion/Recommendations: It is recommended that along with academic achievement, mental health be developed in school settings using support strategies such as educational guidance and counseling, teaching life skill programs and psychotherapy.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3037326832482088445.post4473767360427692251..comments2014-12-11T22:30:35.836-05:00Comments on Massachusetts and More Genealogy Blog: Mary Smith Freeman 1685-1766 Oyster River/Durham to Harwich and Eastham, MAChrishttp://firstname.lastname@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-3037326832482088445.post-38936883105340259242012-09-05T13:14:31.873-04:002012-09-05T13:14:31.873-04:00Hi Chris, I find this very interesting. Edward S...Hi Chris,

I find this very interesting. Edward Small who was born in what is now Maine married Mary Woodman, daughter of Capt. John Woodman of Oyster River. Two of Edward's brothers migrated to Eastham and Edward follwed with his wife and settled in Chatham about 1693ish. I have to go look at my research for the details.

Edward was a carpenter and was given the task of supervising/building the frame for the first meeting house in Chathem. They purchased boards milled at his father-in-law's mill at Oyster River. John Woodman also maintained a garrison house and his was one of the few that survived the massacre in 1694. There is a copy of a letter John Woodman sent to Edward and Mary which advises them that it was not yet safe to return to Oyster River, the reply is phrased in such a way as I believe that they may not have been very happy on the Cape.

I wasn't aware of other links to Oyster River, so perhaps there was enough trade between the Cape and the Piscataqua River plantations to also allow people to move between the settlements?

Please send me an email and maybe we can work up a NH research plan. I'm descended from Small/Smalley, Cahoon, Nickerson, Freeman, Eldredge/Eldridge, Howes, Kelley, Jones, Smith, Snow, Sparrow, Rogers, Hopkins, Prence, Brewster, Knowles, Hamilton, Bearce .......

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frig·idadjective \ˈfri-jəd\
: very cold
: not friendly or loving : lacking emotional warmth
of a woman : not wanting to have sex : not enjoying sex
Full Definition of FRIGID
a : intensely coldb : lacking warmth or ardor : indifferent
: lacking imaginative qualities : insipid
a : abnormally averse to sexual intercourse —used especially of womenb of a female : unable to achieve orgasm during sexual intercourse
— frig·id·ly adverb
— frig·id·ness noun
Examples of FRIGID
- The frigid gusts of wind stung their faces.
- She was born into an emotionally frigid family.
Origin of FRIGID
Latin frigidus, from frigēre to be cold; akin to Latin frigus frost, cold, Greek rhigos
First Known Use: 1619
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- Synonyms
- algid, arctic, bitter, bone-chilling, chill, chilly, coldish, cool, coolish, freezing, cold, frosty, gelid, glacial, ice-cold, icy, nipping, nippy, numbing, polar, shivery, snappy, wintry (also wintery)
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frig·idadjective \ˈfrij-əd\ (Medical Dictionary)
Medical Definition of FRIGID
: abnormally averse to sexual intercourse—used especially of women
of a female : unable to achieve orgasm during sexual intercourse
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Kris Humphries Recalls Rough Times in Utah
Kris Humphries came into the NBA as an introverted 19 year old... 6 years and 4 teams later, he now has at least a couple good stories to tell beginning with his time in Salt Lake City, as told to Paul Allen 1130 AM in Minneapolis:
"It's been tough. I wouldn't say I'm happy with where I'm at. I came in the league in Utah in a tough situation. They had just maxed out (Andrei) Kirilenko and (Carlos) Boozer came in for 70 million and (Mehmet) Okur came in with a 50 million dollar contract. So I was just kind of out of the loop. I was 19 years old too.
Between all that and then having Jerry. Jerry Sloan being a tough guy to play for. It was a really tough situation but I did take some things from it. They expect you to guard your guy one on one. There's a lot of different concepts that they use. I think I learned a lot there."
He forgot to mention how tough it must have been to be in a locker room where Greg Ostertag was considered the team leader.
Kobe knew he needed a great line loaded up for this post-sweep shake
Another good story comes from his time in Dallas and a window into the Mark Cuban - Dirk Nowtizki relationship:
"(Mark Cuban) is so into it and so on the refs. It's human nature, if a ref doesn't like you, you're not going to get calls.
One thing that was funny to me is one time during the game, Mark's riding the ref. He sits literally right on the baseline by the bench. He's riding the refs and Dirk turns over to him and he's like in a few choice words basically, 'Be quiet because they're just going to screw us more.'"
Good to see Humphries come out of his shell a little bit. Covering him when he first entered the league in Salt Lake City, you were lucky to get him to string four or five words together.


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Lake Shelbyville
Central Illinois lake with over 11,000 water acres and 172 miles of shoreline. Lake Shelbyville has 5 federal campgrounds, and 2 state campgrounds with over 1,000 campsites from tent camping up to full hookup. There are several recreational areas with picnic areas and pavilions and 2 wildlife management areas. Three public beaches are available for swimming on the lake. The lake also hosts many launching ramps that are available for boats, and 3 marinas on the lake. Many hiking trails also encompass the lake such as the General Dacey which also includes fitness stations, the Chief Illini trail and others.
CITY: Shelbyville
Wolf Creek Lodge
Your "Cabin at the Lake," fully furnished cabins. Enjoy a peaceful, wooded country setting on over 20 acres bordering U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property. 1, 2, & 3 bedroom units include full kitchens, porches, and patios, grills, and campfire rings.
CITY: Shelbyville
Robin Hood Woods Resort & Campground
This resort and campground has 5 Cabins and over 200 campsites located in a wooded area with water, electricity, and sewers. There is an Inground outdoor pool, 2 bathhouses, pavilion, gameroom, playground, and a store on the property. The Rental cottages and log cabins come with air, kitchens, and bath. The Nine cabins also have satellite TV. The resort is 2.5 miles from Lake Shelbyville. Open April 1st - October 31st each year. Wi-Fi Access.
CITY: Shelbyville
FireFly Lodge
This beautiful lodge is located in the woods along the shores of Lake Shelbyville. It is 50 yard walk down a forested pathway to the lake and also a short walk to the Coal Shaft Bridge public boat launch on Lake Shelbyville. The lodge is family built and operated. Located at 916 Coalshaft Bridge Rd. right off of County Highway 11 & Lakeside Villa.
CITY: Sullivan
Wonderland in Lights
Each year, the City of Effingham and the Effingham Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) turn Community Park into a winter wonderland! Wonderland in Lights, a drive-thru light display, features a variety of lighted holiday scenes including reindeer flying, Santa coming down the chimney, and a Nativity scene. Last year's display was such a huge success; the Effingham CVB added additional light displays for your viewing pleasure again this year. In addition, to help get you in the Christmas spirit, the Effingham CVB, along with 97.9 XFM and KJ Country 102.3, continue to bring you the option to tune into continuous Christmas music on 90.7 FM while you drive through the display. The display opens Thanksgiving night, November 27, and runs until Christmas night, December 25. Hours are from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Community Park is located on East Temple Ave, Effingham, IL. Santa visits the Wonderland in Lights every Saturday to bring special presents to the children. The Wonderland in Lights is free, but donations are appreciated. For more information, please call 217-342-5310 or visit www.visiteffinghamil.com. We look forward to helping to spread Christmas cheer throughout Effingham this holiday season!
CITY: Effingham
Firefly Grill
Firefly Grill is a modern roadhouse restaurant located on the shores of Lake Kristie. This wonderful place operates on an oasis of American fresh cuisine in the heart of the Midwest. Firefly's menu changes daily and boasts fresh seafood, oak fire steaks and brick oven pizzas. Firefly uses local ingredients whenever possible and fresh herbs and vegetables from their garden. The beautiful facility and grounds make this the perfect place for a wedding or group event. Cooking demonstrations and tours are also available.
CITY: Effingham
Tuscan Hills Winery
Tuscan Hills Winery, recently opened in 2011, is on Historic Hills Drive, directly behind the Harley Barn. This winery is located on eight picturesque acres which helps bring an Old World Tuscan feel to the heart of Effingham. The owners are focused on creating elegant, approachable, and perfectly balanced wines of the highest quality. Wine tastings, along with space available for reservations makes this a must stop for group tours. Tuscan Hills Winery wants you to "Come as our guest, but leave as our friends." We welcome you to plan your next event at Tuscan Hills Winery - whether it's a beautiful wedding in our vineyard or book the space for your next meeting.
CITY: Effingham
12th Annual Spores N More Mushroom Festival
Come and enjoy the thrill of the hunt for the elusive morel mushroom or come and bid at the auction. Friday night kicks off the event with a welcome dinner, reception and speaker in Windsor. Saturday morning, come and join the hunt for a fee. If you like morels but not the hunt, come to the auction and bid for your winning batch. The 2015 hunt and auction will be based out of Shelbyville's Forest Park.
CITY: Shelbyville
Sara's Sanctuary
Enjoy a relaxing retreat at Sara's Sanctuary. Every retreat offers a different health and wellness experience, which includes therapeutic massage, aromatherapy, yoga or meditation, reflexology and Reiki. Each session has a limit of eight participants and four sleeping rooms.
CITY: Effingham
Shelbyville Festival of Lights
Come to Shelbyville and take a drive through Forest Park as it is lit up for the Holiday season. These lights are put in place each year by volunteers and new lights and themed areas are added yearly. Candy Cane lane is to honor loved ones. Come enjoy the Victorian Village, Santa's Shop, the North Pole, Bethlehem, and others.
CITY: Shelbyville
Coyote Cabins - Fishing Lair
Fishing Lair is a 2 bedroom retreat stocked with bottled water, coffee and snacks. The first night offers a crockpot dinner with fresh bread. Enjoy fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mini-golf, golf, live theatre just minutes away.
CITY: Sullivan
Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site
The last home of Thomas and Sarah Lincoln, Abraham Lincoln's parents. It shares the site with the Sargent farm, an 1840's living history farm.
CITY: Lerna
Anthony Acres Resort
Anthony Acres Resort has picturesque views of Lake Sara. The resort is only five minutes from Effingham, so you can come into town and enjoy some food or shop.
CITY: Effingham
Lake Sara
A quiet cove at dawn, where the only sound is the whir of a casting reel and the gentle splash of the fly hitting the water's surface...that's Lake Sara. A sunny afternoon slalom skiing behind a powerboat or running along the beach...that's Lake Sara. A family picnic in the grass at water's edge or a family reunion, with fried chicken and the works, under one of the pavilions...that's Lake Sara. Lake Sara is an 800-acre recreational lake nestled into a wooded shoreline, encircled by a winding road. Spend a day, a week, or a season on the shores of Lake Sara. Lake Sara has something for everyone, in every season of the year.
CITY: Effingham
My Garage Museum Collection
Showcasing classic and one-of-a-kind Corvettes and memorabilia, My Garage Museum is a must-see attraction for any car enthusiast. Corvettes on display include Indy pace cars, racing machines, the last C-4 and the first 21st century model.
CITY: Effingham
Lithia Rental Cabins
Formerly Lakeside Cabins. There are 4 cabins with full kitchenettes, screened porches, boat parking with electric. Also a 2 bedroom house, and 3 bedroom house. Campfire rings, grills, picnic tables, playground. Fishing Guide Service is available. Open April-October.
CITY: Shelbyville
Oak Terrace Resort & Spa
The Inn overlooks a championship golf course with each room featuring a private balcony overlooking the course. Offers 37 rooms, indoor pool, and hot tub. This 3-story full service resort and day spa is a Chalet nestled in the woods overlooked Lake Beyers. With 2 fireplaces, 9 treatment rooms, nail salon, full service hair salon, hydrotherapy tubs. Oak Terrace has meeting and banquet facilities, bar and restaurant, 18-hole golf course, fitness center, Zumba classes, tennis, hiking, and boating, hotel and villa accommodations. Also houses Lakeview Spa with a full compliment of services and a Boutique. There is a 66 acre fishing lake and easy access to boat parking. Wi-Fi.
CITY: Pana
Ballard Nature Center
Just minutes away from the city but a world away, Ballard Nature Center is home to dozens of species of birds and wildlife. Natural prairie, wetlands, butterfly and hummingbird gardens, ponds and creeks round out the outdoor experience.
CITY: Altamont
Willow Ridge Vineyards & Winery
Family owned and operated on a Sesquicentennial farm. Nestled in a rural setting, there is a relaxing Tuscan style atmosphere. Facilities include a banquet room that seats 190 people and a wine tasting room with seating for an additional 40 people. Both are available to rent for special occasions.
CITY: Shelbyville
White Tail Crossing Cabin Village
Eighteen units are available with 1-5 bedrooms. All cabins are very nice, spacious and well-appointed with kitchens, fireplaces, front porches. There are 2 swimming pools, 2 fishing ponds, private hiking trails, 3 hole golf course and much more. Five full hookup campsites are also available. Open March to December 20th every year.
CITY: Shelbyville
Lithia Resort
Located at the southeast end of Lake Shelbyville and 1/4 mile from Lithia Springs Marina and access area for launching boats. Wireless internet in office. Lithia Lodge, Luxury Cabins, Motel Rooms. 12 rooms and 10 Luxury cabins. Campfire rings, grills, picnic tables, playground, parking with electric, catch and release fishing pond. Fishing Guide Service Available. Open April-November every year.
CITY: Shelbyville
Family Aquatic Center
This aquatic center has a frog slide, water slide, wet playground area, a sand playground, concessions, a shaded picnic area and a bath house.
CITY: Shelbyville
TREC Recreation Trails
The TREC trail system is a public trail designed to create recreational opportunities. The trails provide a great place for visitors to exercise, whether its walking, riding bikes, or roller blading. The mission is to develop a countrywide, multi-use trail system, educate the communities on the benefits of the trails, and promote an active lifestyle by providing recreational activities.
CITY: Effingham
Camp Lakewood
Come out to Camp Lakewood and enjoy the views of Lake Pauline plus all the creature comforts. Camp Lakewood is an RV campground. The sites include cable, WiFi, 30/50 AMP. They also offer a one and two bedroom cabin that is fully furnished and self contained. The newest cabin sleeps five and includes Cable TV. They do offer tent sites as well for those who want to be a little closer to nature.
CITY: Effingham
Sculpture on the Avenue
Come explore the sculptures that have transformed the City of Effingham's avenues into an art gallery. Over 30 sculptures created by some of the Midwest's best known and unknown sculptors bring life to the streets of Effingham as part of the annual "Sculptures on the Avenues" outdoor exhibition. Sculptures on the Avenues is a self-guided walking tour that begins at City Hall, located at 201 E. Jefferson Ave. From there, the exhibition winds in and out of Downtown Effingham. An informative guide, which facilitates a walking tour, is available at the Effingham Visitors Center or City Hall.
CITY: Effingham
Buxton's Garden Farm
Open year-round and offering annual and perennial flowers, mums, fall decor, pumpkins, squash, and fall treats. Known also for the 7 acre corn maze, haunted maze and mind twisted maze. School tours and groups welcome. Christmas trees and wreaths offered in winter months.
CITY: Sullivan
John Boos & Company
John Boos & Co. is the oldest industry in Effingham, open since 1887. John Boos products, butcher blocks and cutting boards, are being used by celebrity chefs throughout the U.S. Some celebrity chefs currently using the products are Charlie Trotter, Ming Tsai, Paul Kahan, and Susan Spicer at Bayona Restaurant in New Orleans, just to name a few. In addition, the country's premier food channel, "The Food Network," features chefs, such as Mario Batali and Emeril Lagasse, who prepare meals every day on John Boos cutting boards. A factory outlet and showroom is open to the public for tours, groups, or just to purchase the products.
CITY: Effingham
Gregory's Resort Motel and Cabins
Come stay in one of the 12 clean, comfortable rooms or a cabin after a long day of fishing or playing! 60 seconds from boat launch. Adjacent to Lithia Campground and Marina. Boat hook-ups, bait shop & store. Pavilions, grills and fire pits. Borders U.S. Army Corps of Engineers property. Open April 1st - October 30th every year. Has free Wi-Fi.
CITY: Shelbyville
Oak Terrace Lodge
Four bedrooms, 3 baths with 2 fireplaces, patio grill, deck overlooking lagoon. One loft master suite w/whirlpool, sauna, and large gathering room. Lower level is for large gatherings with a wet bar and small refrigerator. Nestled in rustic timber overlooking a pond.
CITY: Pana
Vahlings Vineyards & Winery
All wines are fermented and bottled on site at this family-owned winery.
CITY: Stewardson
Lake Shelbyville - Bo Wood Recreation Area
Most of the campsites in this 82 site campground are shaded. Located on Lake Shelbyville, beach nearby.
CITY: Sullivan
Lithia Cabin Rentals
For an enjoyable stay, choose from one of four cabins, a two-bedroom or three-bedroom house. There are campfire rings, grills, picnic tables and a playground. Parking with electric hook-ups for boats. Fishing guide service is also available. Close to Lake Shelbyville and Lithia Springs Marina. Open April-October.
CITY: Shelbyville
Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area
A 6,400-acre wildlife area on the north end of Lake Shelbyville. Hunting for waterfowl, forest and upland game is popular. Boat access is provided to accommodate anglers and hunters.
CITY: Bethany
Whitley Creek Recreation Area
This campground has 81 campsites, most of which are shaded.
CITY: Sullivan
Baseball Card Connection
Baseball Card Connection offers a wide selection of baseball memorabilia, but that isn't all they have to offer! Items pertaining to football, soccer, NASCAR and more are available as well.
CITY: Effingham
Evergreen Tree Walk
The Evergreen Tree Walk features over 90 species of trees indigenous to Illinois. Markers beside the trees list the common and Latin names of each species. The tree walk is a relaxing experience, especially after a long day of travel.
CITY: Effingham
Deer Trail Golf Course
Nine holes of golf located next to Lake Shelbyville at the old "Country Club." Come and enjoy a round of golf and then come and enjoy food and a refreshment while looking over the Lake.
CITY: Shelbyville
Meadowview Golf Course
This 18-hole, par 72 course features moderate to gently rolling terrain, manicured greens, a full-service pro shop and a food court.
CITY: Mattoon
Homewood Grill
This local favorite opens in April and closes in October. Homewood Grill is a snack stand that serves American meals, candy, ice cream, slushies and more.
CITY: Effingham
Niemerg Family Winery
This father-son operation produces a wide variety of wines with grapes imported from throughout the U.S., including Illinois, Michigan and California. The winery features a tasting room and outdoor seating.
CITY: Findlay
Country Peddler Antique & Craft Mall
Country Peddler's offers a wide variety of house décor items, craft supplies and antiques.
CITY: Effingham
Country Charm
Small craft and gift shop. Some antiques.
CITY: Mattoon
The Little Theatre On The Square
A Professional Actor Equity Association-affiliated theatre performing Broadway musicals and comedy. Produces five mainstage shows from mid-June to mid-August. Three theatres for young audiences, shows, in addition to a fall, Christmas, & spring show.
CITY: Sullivan
Grandpa's Place
Antiques, collectibles, and things in between. Monday-Friday call for appt.
CITY: Jewett
Fox Prairie Golf Course
18-hole golf course set in the countryside of Windsor. The Fox offers a golf experience for everyone from the casual golfer to those looking for a real challenge. The course was built on 160 acres of rolling farmland and woods in 1998. GPS ADDRESS: 1300 N 3050 E
CITY: Windsor
Wilhelmina Art Gallery
Browse award-winning oil paintings by Wilma Woldt Krueger. Limited and open edition prints, landscapes, wildlife, still life and portraits are sold.
CITY: Effingham
Rogala Public Links
This nine-hole course is par 36/38.
CITY: Mattoon
Graber Produce Patch
This roadside produce stand offers asparagus, radishes, eggplant and sweet corn.
CITY: Sullivan
Joe's Pizza And Pasta
Joe's Pizza and Pasta is a hometown favorite serving fine Italian dishes including pizza, pasta, submarine sandwiches, desserts and more. Recently renovated, Joe's makes the perfect place for lunch or dinner with the availability of large party reservations and delivery service.
CITY: Effingham
Moore Home
This is the preserved home of Reuben Moore and his wife Matilda, who was a daughter of Sarah Bush Lincoln and stepsister of Abraham Lincoln. The frame Moore Home dates back to the late 1850s.
CITY: Lerna
Our Old House
1200 Square foot house with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, central air. Garage with electricity. Fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, all linens provided, satellite TV. Free Wi-Fi, Stocked fishing pond, fishing guide service available Campfire ring, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, BBQ grills, swimming pool, electric boat parking. Pets allowed. Open all year.
CITY: Shelbyville
Moran Orchard
Pick your own strawberries in season, and buy fall apples, Indian corn, pumpkins and gourds.
CITY: Trilla
Country Charm Bed and Breakfast
The delightful, historic colonial was built in 1858 and sits on a 1/2 acre parcel that boast beautiful views of a mini orchard. There are 4 nostalgic rooms on the 2nd floor. There is boat and RV parking. Open all year and has Wi-Fi. No pets allowed.
CITY: Shelbyville
Eagle Creek State Park
A favorite of walkers and hikers, this park offers year-round camping and scenic hiking trails, many of them hugging Lake Shelbyville, Eagle Creek has 163 vehicular campsites, with 148 of those being Class A sites with electricity, picnic tables, and showers. There are 56 sites available by reservations made at least 2 weeks in advance by mail.
CITY: Findlay
Anderson Prairie
This 25-acre wildlife park, featuring remnants of the original tallgrass Illinois prairie, features a butterfly house.
CITY: Pana
Effingham County Veteran's Memorial
The Effingham County Veteran's Memorial wall is dedicated to all the men and women who served from all five branches of the armed forces. The names on the walls for from past and present. Every year they add more names to the wall.
CITY: Effingham
Sullivan Marina
Located on a serene wooded hilltop, gently slopes into a full-service marina and restaurant situated on Lake Shelbyville.
CITY: Sullivan
Oak Terrace Lodge
Four guest bedrooms, three baths, two fireplaces, patio, deck, private loft master suite with whirlpool and suana. Beautiful A-frame nestled in rustic timber overlooking pond.
CITY: Pana
The Wishing Well
Unique Antiques & Home Decor. Come in a see the antiques, quilts, inspirational signs, framed prints, candles, Pipberry Accents, Jim Shore, primitives.
CITY: Shelbyville
Prairie Hill Farm
Stop by for pick-your-own blueberries in season.
CITY: Bethany
Lincoln Prairie Trail
This paved hiking and biking trail follows a historic rail bed for 15 miles across the Illinois prairie.
CITY: Pana
General Dacey Trail
This trail is a multi-use recreational trail -- accessed mainly by walkers, runners, and bikers. As you move along the pathways of the Dacey Trail, you will find nature at its best with many scenic views of Lake Shelbyville. A fitness area is between the Dam West Recreational area and the Dam. The trail is being added to and improved each year. You can begin the trail at Forest Park or at the Dam West Recreational Area (9th St.).
CITY: Shelbyville
Douglas-Hart Nature Center
Explore 70 acres of prairie, wetlands and forest habitat.The Visitor Center features interpretive exhibits, sensory displays and live critters, including a bird observation area.
CITY: Mattoon
The Tower of Baa-Goat
The one and only goat tower in the U.S. It is modeled after a tower that Dave and Marcia Johnson saw in a wine magazine from S. Africa. The original goat tower was in Portugal. The Johnston's tower is 31 foot tall and has 5,000 bricks with 276 spiral steps that encompass the tower.
CITY: Windsor
Gardens of Heartland Hall
Located just minutes outside of Effingham. The Gardens of Heartland can fully satisfy your requirements for affordable & elegant receptions & outdoor weddings, or small gatherings.
CITY: Effingham
Boarman Chevy BelAir Museum
This museum openin in 2005 with Bob's private collection. The building is decorated in 50's sock hop style with black and white checkered floors. The walls are lined with 50's memorabilia, chevy clocks and neon signs. A jukbox takes you back to that popular era. The museum has eight vintage cars as well as a 1993 Indy Pace Car with only 28 miles. Mr. Boarman restored most of the cars himself and has been collecting over 25 years.
CITY: Shelbyville
Arches Antique Marketplace
Antiques of all sizes and descriptions, from books and clothing to kitchen utensils and baby items.
CITY: Findlay
Prime Sole
Not only do they offer a huge variety of shoes, but they also offer a variety of sporting equipment at great prices.
CITY: Effingham
Schlabachs Berries
Stop at this roadside spot and pick your own strawberries.
CITY: Sullivan
Effingham Performance Center
Arts Connection of Central Illinois has been established for the citizens of Effingham County and beyond to showcase arts and entertainment, to encourage interaction with and appreciation of live performance, to endorse the educational process and to enhance the quality of life and cultural vitality of the region.
CITY: Effingham
Kohl's is stocked with a variety of items, including apparel, shoes, accessories, home products, small electronics, bedding, luggage and much more.
CITY: Effingham
Dr. Charles Wright House
Built in 1889 by Dr. C.M. Wright, this stately Renaissance Revival home holds three generations of Wright family furnishings, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
CITY: Altamont
Stang Arts Studio & Gallery
Stang Arts Studio & Gallery features art classes for both children and adults, along with holding various events throughout the year. The artist, Jamie Stang, also specializes in "paint parties." These parties are great for a group, as they feature great food, drinks, music and art. Jamie helps visitors discover their inner-artist while relaxing in a chic studio-style atmosphere. Check out her gallery while you're there too.
CITY: Effingham
Altamont Living Museum
Used today as a theater for live music and dance performances, as well as fine art exhibits, this 1912 church gives you a taste of "old-time religion" with its luminous stained-glass windows, curved oak pews and great acoustics.
CITY: Altamont
Ben Winter Museum
This museum's fascinating collection of memorabilia includes scale model locomotives and stationary industrial engines. Take a trip on the miniature train that travels through the surrounding orchards.
CITY: Altamont
Timber's Lodge
Three Story, six bedroom log home on 30 acres with fireplace, large deck, kitchen, central air, spa, large meeting room, trail rides, continental breakfast, TV, VCR, 5-person spa, gas grill and 2 charcoal grills. Next to Hidden Springs State Forest.
CITY: Strasburg
Coon Creek Lodge
Seven clean and comfortable kitchenette rooms with living room, kitchen, bedroom and bath within walking distance of Coon Creek Beach and Boat Ramp. Rooms are equipped with pots and pans, table settings, coffee maker & toaster, towels, and bed linens. Only 1/2 mile from Lake Shelbyville. Open April - November.
CITY: Shelbyville
Peterson House
The historic Peterson House is a part of Peterson Park in Mattoon, and houses the Mattoon Chamber of Commerce. This beautiful building is rich in architectural history and is an key part of Mattoon's cultural story.
CITY: Mattoon
Rosamond Grove Cemetery
Located on a high mound overlooking the prairie, this cemetery is home of the famous Lincoln the Orator statue by artist J. Mulligan and the Lincoln-commissioned cannon called Mary Lincoln.
CITY: Pana
The Shelby Inn
Charming lodging with Victorian and modern-styled rooms. Registration and office in a turn-of-the-century, restored National Registry Home. Standard, Deluxe, and King accommodations. 45 rooms; Free Wi-Fi, expanded boat parking with electricity; 24 hour voice mail; flat screen TVs w/cable; comfortable and charming setting; convenient to golf, boat ramps, recreational areas, attractions & events. AAA rated. Open all year.
CITY: Shelbyville
Cross at the Crossroads
Soaring nearly 200 feet into the Midwestern sky, the Cross is a landmark for the more than 19 million travelers who pass through Effingham each year along Interstates 57 and 70. Other features of the site include a visitor center, chapel and a 10 Commandments display.
CITY: Effingham
Effingham County Antique Mall
Offers a wide variety of old school clothes, furniture, house décor items, pictures, jewelry and more. They also offer items in todays time.
CITY: Altamont
Martin Ranch Bed & Breakfast
Newly constructed French Country style home located on 100 acres featuring equine hotel, nature trails, and fishing pond. The outdoors is as enchanting and as lively as it is indisde. Each of the 4 guest rooms is tastefully decorated.
CITY: Effingham
Okaw Valley Orchard
Check out the store and bakery, where you can buy apples, peaches, cider, jams, jellies and apple butter. A playground and picnic area is available. An apple festival is held over Columbus Day weekend.
CITY: Sullivan
Altamont Motel
16 rental units, 7 including kitchenettes
CITY: Altamont
Super 8 Altamont
Playgrounds, movie channels, located near interstate
CITY: Altamont
Village Square Mall
Indoor shopping mall with several stores such as Bath & Body Works, Bon Worth, Christopher & Banks, CJ Banks, Claire's, JC Penny, Maurices and many more.
CITY: Effingham
Super 8 - Effingham
Suites available, small pets allowed, cable/movies, kitchenettes aveniable, in-room safe, free super start breakfast from 6:00 am - 10:00 am.
CITY: Effingham
Alwerdt's Garden
Stroll through four acres and view 1,200 varieties of fragrant, uniquely landscaped herb, perennial and ornamental gardens. Alwerdt's offers a gift shop and garden center.
CITY: Altamont
Two-Story Outhouse at Gays
Arguably one of the most famous outhouses left on the planet is located in the town of Gays, IL, located just five minutes from Mattoon. The existence of outhouses in general are rare, but certainly a two-story version is a unique oddity that the small rural community of 300 has capitalized on for quite some time. Stop by anytime for this great photo opportunity!
CITY: Gays
Gateway Inn Sullivan
Located nearby various attractions, including Eagle Creek and Wolf Creek State Parks and Lake Shelbyville, this facility is cozy and comfortable and is also pet friendly. Centrally located in the heart of fishing country.
CITY: Sullivan
Best Wedding Chapel
This chapel, once a Catholic church, was purchased by the Best family who now offers it for weddings. Built in the 1870s, the chapel has its original 14-foot stained glass windows that complement the 33-foot cathedral ceiling.
CITY: Shelbyville
Olivier's Country Creations & Gifts
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MEEC Meeting Agenda - November 30, 2012
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM; Burton Cross State Office Building, Room 103
- Review the most recent developments regarding the work of the MEEC;
- Determine the name, definition, and implications associated with each of the four possible summative ratings;
- Develop processes and guidance leading to the summative overall rating using the matrix; and,
- Schedule next series of meetings.
9:00 AM - Welcome, introductions, and overview of the agenda
9:10 - Review and discuss next steps for the MEEC, with the following in mind:
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- US DOE review of Maine's ESEA Flexibility request
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10:00 - Develop summative rating labels, definitions, and implications for teachers and principals
- Note: a 15-minute break will be built into the discussion. If this task is completed before lunch, we will begin the next task.
11:50 - Comments from the public
12:00 PM - Lunch
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-t' C81-05559 Su bj ect: . . Mr. Harry G. Daniel Datec September 17, 11981 Myron Johnston Teenage Smoking and'the Federal Excise Tax on Cigarettes I have just finished studying a National! Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) working paper entitled "The Eff ect of Government Regulation on Teenage Smoking."* In the paper the authors examine the impact on teenage smoking of (1) the excise tax on cigarettes, (2) the FCC Fairness Doctrine (i.e. the anti-smoking commercials), and (3) the cigarette advertising ban. This is by far the best study I have read concerning the effects of the anti-smoking commercials, and the only study I know of that attempts to determine the price elasticity of cigarettes among different groups. Because of the quality of the work, the prestige (and objectivity) of the NBER', and the fact that the excise tax on cigarettes has not changed in nearliy 30 years, I think we need to take seriously their statement that "...if future reductions in youth smoking are desired, an increase in the Federal excise tax is a potent policy to accomplish this goal." Given that a further reduction in youth smoking IS the goal of many pressure groups and Federal agencies, and that the goal of balancing the Federal budget through budget cuts seems increasing elusive, I think we can expect an increase in the excise tax on cigarettes, probably within a year. There are other thiings that lead me to believe that there will be increases in the Federal excise taxes on both cigarettes and alcoholic beverages: (1) It can be argued that excise taxes are "voluntary" taxes in that payment of them can be avoided by refraining from purchasing the product, and that therefore increasing excise taxes does not reduce discretionary incomes, (2) Both, cigarettes and alcoholic beverages have low price elasticities, so the additional taxes can be passed on to the consumer with little adverse effect on the industries, (3) Prices of cigarettes and alcoholic beverages (as measured by the Consumer Price Index)! have increased more slowly than prices generally, (4) Excise taxes contributed only 5.0 percent to total Federal revenues in 1980, down from 8.1 percent in 1970 and 12.5 percent in 1960', (5) A 25 percent increase in the excise taxes on cigarettes and alcoholic beverages would' reduce the Federal deficit by over two billion dollars, yet have a minimal effect on the Consumer Price Index. Givenithe current price of gasol ine andithe state of the automobile industry, I do not think it would be pol!itically feasible to raise excise taxes on cars or gasoline, but I think cigarettes and alcoholic beverages are fair game for increased taxes. *The paper is a part of the NBER''s research program in Health Economics and was supported by grants from the National Science Foundation!to the NBER and from the National Center for Health Services to the New Jersey Medical School. The authors are Eugene M. Lewit, Office of Primary Health Care Education, New Jersey Medical School; Douglas Coate, Department of Economics, Newark College of Arts and Sciences, Rutgers University; and Michael Grossman, Department of Economics, City University of New York Graduate School.
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2 Some of the findings reported in the paper are as follows: 14 Most researchers, myself included, have calculated that the best estimate of the price elasticity of cigarettes is about -0.4, i.e. that a ten percent increase in the retail price of cigarettes will cause a decline of about four percent in cigarette sales. Many of us have hypothesized that price elasticities are different for different demographic or socio- economic groups, e.g., that price increases would have less effect on the higher income groups and on the older and therefore more habituated smokers, than on other smokers. Because of the lack of any reliable data, this has remained until now strictly a hypothesis. The authors of this paper, however, have used the results of the 1966-1970 Health I Examination Survey of the National Center for Health Statistics, and have constructed an elegant longitudinal and cross-sectional model of teenage smoking behavior. This has made it possible for them to calculate the price elasticity for teenagers and compare it with the generally accepted price elasticity of cigarettes for the total smoking population. The authors conclude that the anti-smoking commercials represented a shock to the underlying upward trend in teenage smoking in the mid-1960's and early 1970's, particularly in the first year in which they were aired, but that the trend reassertedl itself the following year, although teenage smoking remained at a lower level than would have been the case in the absence of the anti-smoking commercials. This is consistent with my findings that random shocks, such as the report of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, the Readers Digest articles, and the reports of the Surgeon General, have brief effects, an6that sales subsequently resume the upward trend, but more slowly and from a lower base. The authors also conclude that the cigarette advertising ban had a relatively minor effect in d!iscouraging teenage smoking. The most important finding, and the one of greatest signifficance to the company, is their calculation of the price elasticity of cigarettes among teenagers. They calculate that the smoking participation elasticity is -1.2, which means that a ten percent increase in the price of cigarettes would lead to a decline of 12 percent in the number of teenagers who would otherwise begin to smoke. Their calculation,of the quantity smoked elasticity for teenagers is -1.4, which means that a ten percent increase in price would lead to a 14 percent decline in cigarette consumption by teenagers. This is in contrast to the aforementioned -0.4 elasticity for the total smoking,population. In another paper, two of these authors, Lewit and Coate, found that smoking by young adults 20 to 24 is much more responsive to price than smoking by older adults, which again is consistent withithe hypothesis mentioned above.
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3 The authors concede that one reason for the large price elasticities they found among teenagers is that the ellasticities incorporate income effects and substitution effects, i.e., cross-el!asticities. This, of course, is true of virtually all calculations of price elasticities. As a result of some of the relationships I discovered while working onimy report on teenage smoking,* I am incliined~to believe that cross-eliasticities are particularly important in the case of teenagers. Among teenagers the prevalence of cigarette smoking is highly correlated with income (from either allowances or working) while there is no similar correlation betweenismoking prevalence and income among adults. Teenage smoking prevalence appears to have begun to decliine among boys at about the time of the high teenage unemployment rates of the early 1970's, at which time the smoking prevalence among girls was still increasing, and~it is the males who would be most likely to feel the impact of unemployment. Further- more, it was among the older boys that the decline was greatest, and, again, one would expect that the older boys would feell the impact of unemployment more thanithe younger ones. With regard to the substitution effects, or cross-elasticities, I think the most important substitution effect is with gasol'ine. In my study, I found that the cumulative smoking incidence among boys in 1976 was about the same as ini1979 up to the age of 16, but past the age of 16 (the age at which many of them would~have access to a car), the 1979 incidence was substantially below that of 1976. Consider also that in 1967, for one dollar, a teenager could buy two gallons of gasoline and a pack of cigarettes. As recently as 1978, if teenage incomes kept pace with inflation, the same purchasing power would still! buy a pack of cigarettes and two gallons of gasoline. With income continuing to increase with inflation, this was no longer possible for the 1979 teenager, and the 1980 teenager could not even afford the two gallons of gasoline. I think it is more than coincidental that the sharpest declines in smoking prevalence among,teenage males occurred in 1979 and 1980, the years in which the price of gasoline rose most sharply. When it comes to a choice betweeng smoking cigarettes or cruising around~in his car, the average teenage male would' probably choose the latter. If this cross-elasticity between cigarettes and gasoline is, indeed, related tolthe decline in smoking prevalence among teenagers, we would expect to see some moderation in the rate of decline in smoking among,boys when.the 1981 data become available. In any event, and for whatever reason, it is clear that price has a pronounced effect on the smoking prevalence of teenagers, and that the goals of reducing teenage smoking and'. ballancing, the budget would both be served by increasing the Federal excise tax on cigarettes. It is worth quoting the authors some- what extensively onione point: "Such a policy [increasing. the Federal excise tax] may also be an effective way to curb~ the d'eteriimental (sic) health effects of smokingi in the long run without substantiially harming the cigarette industry in the short run. Since youth and young, adulit price el'asticitiies are much larger thaniadult price elasticities while adult smokers account for the bulk of cigarette sales, a substantial excise tax increase would substantially *"Young Smokers: Prevalence, Trends, Implications, and Related Demographics," March 31, 1981 1000797546
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4 reduce smoking participation by young new smokers but leave industry sales largely unchanged. Given the evidence that individuals are considerably less likely to initiate smoking after age 25, it is quite possible that the cohort of young smokers who never begin to smoke as a result of the tax increase would, never become regular smokers. As a consequence, over a period of several decades, aggregate smoking and its associated detrimental heal~th effects would decline substantially." It is worth noting that government actions designed to reduce smoking in the late 1960's and early 1970's served to moderate ani underlying upward trend in teenage smoking, while any government action taken now will accellerate its present downward trend. Given a price elasticity of -01.4 for totali cigarette sales and -1.2 for teenage smoking participation, a 25 percent increase in the excise tax could be expected to reduce industry sales to about 1.2 percent below what would be expected'in the absence of such an increase, and to reduce the number of teenage smokers to 3.5 to 4.0 percent below the number that would otherwise be expected. The almost certainty of improved economic conditions, lower inflation rates, and increasing,discretionary incomes over the next few years, however, should serve to moderate the adverse effect on sales of an excise tax increase. We caninever look with equanimity on increases in the excise tax, but because of demographic trends and the improved economic outlook an increase at this time would probably be less harmful than it would have been at any other time in the past decade. MEJ:f cc: R. N. Thomson J. T. C. L. N. T. H. F. Zoler Goodale Rowe Meyer


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How can the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) ensure that its activities are effective in reducing poverty? The task of Quality Assurance (QA) poverty is exactly this: to support all SDC's programs in having a clear poverty-focused results orientation.
This corresponds with SDC's legal obligation and foremost objective of working in favor of the poor and disadvantaged. As set out in the Federal Bill on Switzerland's International Cooperation in 2013–2016, "The principal objective of international cooperation remains poverty reduction".
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