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Cisco Announces Update to Fourth Phase of Data/Voice/Video Integration Strategy.
Five-Phase Multiservice Networking Strategy
Cisco Systems, Inc. today announced further components of its five-phase data, voice and video integration strategy.
Building on the capabilities outlined in the first part of the fourth phase of this strategy (announced Nov. 3, 1998), new developments unveiled today enhance emerging campus telephony solutions, improve wide area network (WAN) interoperability and highlight Cisco's emerging multiservice/customer support offering. Customer benefits reinforced through this announcement include a lower total cost of ownership, simplified operations and access to new applications such as personal telephony services.
This update to the fourth phase of Cisco's multiservice strategy combines campus and WAN multiservice capabilities to deliver fully integrated data, voice and video communications network-wide. A key milestone in the migration to large-scale, Internet protocol (IP)-based telephony, campus/WAN interoperability signals the readiness of production-quality local area network (LAN) telephony solutions for small and branch sites. It enables networked LAN telephony, improves legacy interoperability and enhances gateway capabilities.
Multiservice networking provides private branch exchange (PBX) functionality and more using the local, campus, metropolitan and WAN infrastructure rather than a PBX-based system. This drastically increases the value of telephony spending into overall infrastructure spending, reduces capital, facilities and operational costs and opens the environment to new innovation in telephony applications.
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1. The new Cisco CallManager 2.2 and availability of small site/branch office communications systems using LAN telephony 2. The VSC2700 Virtual Switch Controller for the Catalyst 8500 Series of Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switch routers 3. Video enhancements to the Cisco MC3810 Access Concentrator 4. Voice over frame relay (VoFR) and voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) enhancements to the Cisco 2600, 3600 and 3810 Series gateways 5. The Network Implementation Services (NIS) for Multiservices program
In addition, existing voice capabilities (announced Jan. 27, 1999) are available on the Catalyst(R) 5500 and on the new Catalyst 6000/6500 platform.
"Data, voice and video integration over a multiservice network is increasingly important to enterprise customers as they begin to realize the clear benefits and see that the technology is becoming ready for prime time," said Peter Alexander, Cisco vice president of enterprise marketing.
"Cisco leads the industry with continued delivery on the multiservice strategy we first announced in 1997. As evidenced by shipments of over 300,000 packet telephony ports in the first half of fiscal 1999, Cisco is meeting customers' increasing demand for scalable multiservice solutions."
Cisco IP Phones: Small Site/Branch Production; New CallManager
Resulting from the first development initiatives since Cisco acquired Selsius Systems (announced Nov. 30, 1998), today's announcement includes availability of small site/branch office communications systems using LAN telephony. Marking the successful completion of a thorough initial test phase, this small site production stage is the first step in Cisco's roadmap toward enterprise-wide deployment.
David Tucker, general manager of Cisco's enterprise voice business unit and former CEO of Selsius Systems, noted that these new developments are indicative of the smooth Cisco/Selsius integration. "Blending the two companies has been extremely successful -- we have proven and improved interoperability with existing Cisco gateway products, and are moving forward quickly with customers to deploy scalable IP phone systems," said Tucker.
Also introduced is the new Cisco CallManager 2.2 software release. CallManager 2.2 features include a new software-based manual attendant console, as well as extended H.323 interoperability with v2 RAS support, g.723.1 interoperability on the Cisco AS5300 and a Windows Telephony Application Programming Interface (TAPI) 2.1 interface for cost-effective, software-only voice applications.
In addition, extended hold, transfer, forward and conference services are available from Cisco IP phones to any H.323 device, such as the Cisco 2600, 3600 and AS5300 Series gateways. CallManager 2.2 also features scalability to virtually an unlimited amount of digital access, as well as Cisco Valet, a software-only voice messaging system that provides traditional voice messaging services through telephone and web browser interfaces.
Thomas Koll, vice president of the Internet Customer Unit at Microsoft Corp., commented on the customer benefits of CallManager 2.2 running on Microsoft(R) Windows NT(R) Server 4.0. "Customers are looking for converged communications solutions that work and deliver value today and provide an open path to the future. Windows has emerged as a great, open platform for enabling convergence. Cisco's CallManager and open telephony architecture will help enable our mutual customers to move forward with their network convergence efforts."
"Designed for extensive scalability, the Cisco IP telephony system is right on target in concept and architecture," said Alan Perry, telecom administrator at the Rogers Group. "With it, we're seeing a lot more bang for our buck with saved bandwidth. We also expect to see about a $200,000 annual reduction in administrative and maintenance costs as we continue to deploy on a larger scale."
VSC2700 for Catalyst 8500
Cisco's VSC2700, industry's first call control solution using simple gateway control protocol (SGCP), is now available on the Catalyst 8500 Series of multiservice ATM switch routers to support packet telephony traffic and establish voice connections across the data network. The VSC2700/Catalyst 8500 solution replaces PBX tandem circuit switching by integrating voice and data services onto a single ATM infrastructure that allows calls to pass directly between various sites over the meshed data infrastructure.
Andreas Fink, Chief Technical Manager of Pingnet, commented on the VSC2700, "This box has the potential to become something which could outperform any other switch on this planet. I believe the VSC is really on the right track here."
Cisco MC3810 Video Enhancements
The addition of Cisco Multimedia Conferencing Manager (MCM) capabilities on the Cisco MC3810 Multiservice Access Concentrator allows customers to deploy a single bridge to seamlessly scale from H.320 video to the new world of H.323 on one platform. H.323 video over T1/ATM allows users to fully tap today's higher quality video codec to achieve the level of service required for new applications such as distance learning and business-quality video conferencing.
"H.323 is very attractive to us because of its high degree of interoperability and flexibility. Combining H.323 with T1 ATM access combines that flexibility with the required quality of service needed for distance learning," said Roger Graves, systems analyst for the State of Mississippi.
Cisco 2600, 3600 & 3810 VoFR & VoIP Enhancements
New software and hardware enhancements to the Cisco 2600, 3600 and 3810 multiservice access routers enable both enterprise customers and service providers to build large-scale, packet-based voice infrastructures at a fraction of the cost of traditional technologies. (For detailed product information, see related press release, "Cisco Multiservice Access Products Expand Packet-Based Networks and New World Services," dated March 20, 1999.)
Cisco NIS Program for Implementation Services
Scalable implementation and support are critical multiservice deployment challenges facing both vendors and customers. Cisco's new Network Implementation Services (NIS) for Multiservices program includes project management, project engineering, staging and installation for complete multiservice solution delivery. Cisco will provide services on a global basis in conjunction with key partners.
Pricing and Availability
CallManager 2.2 is free of charge and will be available in May. Corresponding telephones and gateway licenses are priced according to volume, averaging approximately $125 per user. The VSC2700/Catalyst 8500 solution will be available in April, with pricing based on configuration. MCM capabilities on the Cisco MC3810 Multiservice Access Concentrator are available now, starting at $6495 for a complete data, voice and video integrated solution. Also currently available, NIS for Multiservices is priced on a per-project basis.
About Cisco Systems
Cisco Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CSCO) is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Cisco news and information are available at http://www.cisco.com.
Note to Editors: Catalyst, Cisco, Cisco IOS, Cisco Systems and the Cisco Systems logo are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.
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Asian Studies Special Events
Comics, The Vietnam War, and a Refugee Family: Drawing My Past to Write My Future
To view the poster for GB Tran's visit and public lecture, click here.
In addition to a public lecture, listed above, he will also have an eat-n-greet luncheon with students, the details of which are outlined below.
Eat-n-Greet Luncheon for Students
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Versions of a Life: The Artistry of Dalit Activism
Christi A Merrill, Associate Professor of South Asian Literature and Postcolonial Theory, University of Michigan
November 17, 2014
306 Clemens Hall
S. Anand, publisher of Navayana, an Indian publishing house that focuses on issues of caste, explains in an afterword to Bhimayana: Experiences of Untouchability that he conceived of this graphic biography as a way of reviving and amplifying the posthumously-published reminiscences of the Indian nationalist agitator and Dalit leader Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in "Waiting for a Visa." Anand collaborated with Gond (tribal) artists Durgabai and Subhash Vyam to create a graphic account that describes real-life experiences – in the plural – of untouchability then and today. In this talk, Christi Merrill will examine the choices this team made in framing (and not framing) these scenes of systemic, unthinking discrimination as a way of reflecting more broadly on the art of translation as political activism.
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Art Exhibition
Between Two Worlds: Poured Paperworks by Sarah Brayer
July 20-December 21, 2014
Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University
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Study Abroad in Asia
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These information sessions will outline study abroad opportunities in Asia, explain the application process and scholarship opportunities, and answer student questions.
Thursday, October 2
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For information about specific locations/programs for study abroad in Asia, student can visit www.buffalo.edu/studyabroad.
Learn About Careers in the Foreign Service: A discussion with Douglas Spelman, former Consul General in Shanghai
October 16, 2014
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UB North Campus
A sandwich spread and refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by the Asian Studies Program, Undergraduate Academies, Career Services and The Social Sciences Interdisciplinary Program.
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CHINA Town Hall: Local Connections, National Reflections
Featuring a Live Webcast with Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States
Plus, live at UB "U.S.-China Relations: Strengths and Strains" - Dr. Douglas Spelman, former U.S. Consul General in Shanghai
October 16, 2014
280 Park Hall, UB North Campus
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CHINA Town Hall is a national day of programming on China involving about 70 cities throughout the United States. This year's event features a live webcast with former US President Jimmy Carter moderated by Stephen A. Orlins, President, National Committee on U.S.-China Relations.
Following President Carter's talk, Dr. Spelman will speak and lead a discussion about "US-China Relations: Strengths and Strains."
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The Association of Chinese Professors of Social Sciences in the United States (ACPSS) 20th International Conference
Challenges and Opportunities of Sustainability in China and Beyond: Environment, Health, Justice and Other Emerging Social Issues
October 17-19, 2014
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Ragasphere: An Exotic Tapestry of Vocal, Instrumental and Percussion Music
October 17, 2014
Baird Recital Hall, UB North Campus
Suggested Donation: $10 Students; $20 Public
Presented by internationally reputed musicians (Sounak Chattopadhyay, Rishabh Dhar and Gopal Das), Ragasphere is centered on the colorful, vibrant and versatile Raga music of India.
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W-Class Yacht Company is expanding its family of yachts to include 100', 123' and 135' models. The new racer/cruiser yachts will retain the 'Spirit of Tradition' and performance attributes of the existing W-Class Yacht Company's W-37', W-46' and W-76' models. The W-Class yachts will be built at Front Street Shipyard in Belfast, Maine, with support from the shipwrights at Rockport Marine of Rockport, Maine, and Brooklin Boat Yard of Brooklin, Maine.
"I'm eager to move W-Class Yacht Company into its next phase with three designs over 100 feet," says Donald Tofias, president of W-Class Yacht Company. "In 1997 when I asked Taylor Allen of Rockport Marine and Steve White of Brooklin Boat Yard each to build a W-76, they worked together closely for the benefit of the yachts, a tradition that has continued. Now there's also Front Street Shipyard, a facility that is large enough and capable enough to accommodate the largest yacht in the W-Class line."
The initial profile drawings reveal a sleek, cold-molded hull with elegant overhangs and a low deckhouse. The W-123 and her sister ships are all based on the late Joel White's W-76 design, which was inspired by the NYYC-50 (a Nathaniel Herreshoff-designed, gaff-rigged sloop that's 50' on the water and 75' long). All three new W-Class yachts will be imbued with classic styling, minimal interiors and contemporary performance enhancements.
"The W-123 was designed with racing in mind," says designer Bruce Johnson, former chief designer of Sparkman & Stephens. "The design brief calls for a true high-performance racing yacht that exemplifies classic styling but incorporates a modern underbody, a high aspect ratio, hydraulically lifting bulb T keel, and the latest-generation carbon rig, rigging and sails."
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At least 21 micro-observers will face action in Haryana for remaining absent during their election training programme.
The District Electoral Officer of Sirsa district, Anshuj Singh, Wednesday ordered that a case be registered against these micro-observers for missing the training.
"The 21 micro-observers were absent in the training programme held at CMK College, Sirsa today (Wednesday). Directions have been issued to register FIRs against them under sections 134 and 128 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951," Singh said.
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BOISE -- Lawmakers are hoping to make it easier for people to donate to Idaho's veterans.
Residents already have an option to make a donation to the Veterans Support Fund on their yearly tax forms.
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The House Revenue and Taxation Committee voted Monday to discuss the proposal in the coming days of the Legislature.
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The wording of Proposal 1, which will be decided in a special Michigan election on Tuesday:
Republican presidential contender Scott Walker on Monday touted tax cuts to boost the U.S. economy, a day before Michigan voters decide the fate of tax hikes to improve deteriorating road and bridge infrastructure.
Gov. Rick Snyder said Monday he is not angling for a Cabinet position, despite speculation that could be the case as he travels around the country promoting Michigan's rebound.
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Description: Through the years, Rose Island has been used by the military due to its strategic location at the entrance to Newport Harbor. During the Revolutionary War, the island was used by both British and colonial troops at different times to defend Newport. From 1798 to 1800, a military outpost named Fort Hamilton was under construction on the island, but it was never finished. In 1889, part of the island served as a rifle range, and during World War I and II it was used for storage by the U.S. Navys torpedo manufacturing plant in nearby Newport. Keepers stationed at Rose Island could definitely not expect peace and quiet all the time.
Because of its proximity to Newport, Rose Island was not as isolated as many lighthouse stations. However, keepers on duty there still had to deal with extreme weather at times. On February 2, 1876 the wind reached near-hurricane force and shook the tower violently. Two weeks later, another storm dragged the stations boat and its 600-pound mooring onto the beach, damaging the boat. The wind moved the tower 1 ½ inches each way so that it broke the plaster inside of the house and the glass chimney in the lantern.
On April 4 of the same year, yet another storm took the towers chimney down, and the roof leaked so badly that it was almost as wet inside as out. In November, a storm flooded the lighthouse, ruining the entire winter supply of vegetables stored there. The following month was no better, according to the lighthouse log: Stormiest December on record, much damage to property and according to report, much loss of life at sea.
In 1894, Captain Elijah Davis, who was nicknamed the Fog Eater for his skill at navigating in zero visibility, met his match when he ran his steamer Plymouth aground on the south shore of Rose Island. The 700 passengers on board were offloaded with no injuries, but the ship remained stranded on the island for several weeks.
Lighthouse keepers were not well paid, and they sometimes had to be creative to feed their families. At Rose Island, the keepers grew crops and kept farm animals, which sometimes wandered from the lighthouse grounds into the military compound, much to the officers annoyance. Two keepers at Rose Island, Charles Curtis (1887-1918) and Jesse Orton (1921-1936) both kept cows at the light station to supply milk. Curtis kept his cow in a long building behind the lighthouse that was also used for storing explosives.
The Rose Island Lighthouse narrowly avoided destruction on August 7, 1958 when two tankers collided in heavy fog near Fort Adams and burst into flames. One of the ships, the Graham, floated into Newport Harbor with the tide, ablaze and with her engines dead, and passed within 200 yards of the Rose Island Light. The walls of the lighthouse became so hot that the keepers were forced to flee the station. Finally, the tide and wind turned and took the ship away from the lighthouse. Eighteen men from the two ships were killed in the incident.
When the Newport Bridge was opened in 1969, both the Gould Island Lighthouse north of the bridge and the Rose Island Lighthouse became obsolete. Rose Island was deactivated in 1971. In 1976, the lighthouse and grounds were given to the University of Rhode Island to use for marine research, but the school was unable to maintain the property, and the decrepit, badly vandalized lighthouse was returned to the federal government. When the lighthouse was declared surplus property in 1984, the city of Newport took it over.
A local group, the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation, was formed, and with the help of public and private funding, the ambitious organization completely restored the lighthouse. Much of the credit for the group's success is due to its first director, Charlotte Johnson, who devoted many years to the project. The exterior of the lighthouse was completely refurbished in 1990, and the interior received new wiring, plumbing, and plaster walls, as well as an energy-efficient in-floor radiant heating system. A septic field, a water cistern, and a landing dock were also installed. Altogether the restoration cost $250,000. In 1992, the lighthouse was opened to the public. The following year, the lighthouse once again became an active aid to navigation, showing a white light flashing every six seconds. In 1999, the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation acquired the rest of the island, which is off-limits, save its beaches during a portion of the year, due to safety concerns.
Located on Rose Island in the middle of
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Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation. Grounds open, dwelling/tower open during tours.
The lighthouse is owned by the City of Newport and managed by the Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation. Grounds open, dwelling/tower open during tours.
Notes from a friend:Kraig writes:
Although you are separated from the city of Newport and its opulent mansions by just a mile-wide channel, you still feel as if you were living in a different era when you stay at the Rose Island Lighthouse. This is intentional, as the lighthouse has been restored to reflect life in the early 1900s. Overnighters stay in rooms on the ground floor, which double as a museum during the day. A player piano, phonograph, and a coal stove are part of the authentic furnishings. The stations water source is rainfall captured off the lighthouses roof and stored in a 3,000-gallon cistern in the basement, while a three-armed windmill mounted atop a skeletal tower provides the needed electricity. Life for the weeklong keepers who live upstairs isnt quite as rustic, since they have access to running water, appliances and even a color TV. However, they do have to perform some light chores in return. A stay at the lighthouse is a great way to escape a busy, modern life and step back to a simpler time.Marilyn writes:
Kraig accurately describes a stay there well -- it was just plain fun to crank up the phonograph, play tunes on the player piano, put a puzzle together and hike around the small island where the world really was shut out for a day or two. The needlepoint in the bathroom "Two pees and a poo" before flushing summed up how far from civilization we really were!
See our List of Lighthouses in Rhode Island
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Originally Posted by Big Ketoev is basically saying he is happy he won Worlds last year but now he is looking ahead. He says his toughest opponent was not in the finals but Yazdani in the semifinals because he tried very hard to beat him. iam agree with him
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The Kansas Historical Society recently placed six Santa Fe Trail locations in Kansas on the National Register of Historic Places. With the addition of these sites in Marion and Morton counties, the state now has 1,310 registered historic sites.
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good or bad idea?
Due to some stupid kids that are in my house that keep missing with my Wii U games (mario kart 8 and zombiu getting something "Sticky" on the manual)
PSN:Lonewolf2589 NNID:Uberredman Currently Playing:Mario Kart 8,NSMBU,FF Type-0,GTA V,USF4,TTT2, WWE 2K14etc
Nope, though I'd say that for the other systems too, it's never good to go all digital
""All of you that think Bayo in Peach's dress is the first game are either fools or really the most ignorant fanboys alive." SSJ4CHRIS
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getting something "Sticky" on the manual)
There are no manuals. The manuals are digital. Stop trolling.
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If you have the deluxe system, go for it. 10% back on all purchases is a nice bonus, and you can often find sales on eShop cards as well (in addition to sales on the eShop itself).
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daevilgenius22 posted...getting something "Sticky" on the manual)
Probably meant the inserts. I still keep mine, including the used CN insert.
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If you have the deluxe system, go for it. 10% back on all purchases is a nice bonus, and you can often find sales on eShop cards as well (in addition to sales on the eShop itself).
got the white one
PSN:Lonewolf2589 NNID:Uberredman Currently Playing:Mario Kart 8,NSMBU,FF Type-0,GTA V,USF4,TTT2, WWE 2K14etc
While I want to say the typical, "It's a Nintendo console, so you shouldn't worry about it breaking or anything like that", it's also an HD console, which ALL have stupidly high failure rates (My 360 bricked weeks after buying it, my PS3 is on it's way out, but it's had nearly 5 years).
I'd say... maybe.
Purchases are locked to your console. So, if your machine breaks, you have to transfer the files manually. I'm pretty sure you can now transfer data from one Wii U to another, but it used to be that you had to jump through hoops to fix this.
Personally, if the file transfer thing works like it does on the 3DS, then I'd say yes. If not, then no.
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I'm 100% digital on PS3, PS4, and Xbox 360.
While I bought a few games digitally on Wii U, they are gone since I got rid of the system for personal reasons. On Wii U, I feel like digital is bad for retail games (ie Resident Evil: Revelations, Assassin's Creed: IV) but good for smaller games (Shovel Knight, Guacamelee).
The retail downloads are huge, and you need to buy an external drive for more space. Also, if your system die and you replace it, you can't redownload AND have to get Nintendo to unlink your NNID from the previous system so you can use it on the current system. That's my biggest problem.
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Unless you get a bigger harddrive, no, its an awful idea because the deluxe Wii U only has 32 gigs.
My reaction when stupid people say stupid things - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBVhfdduwfo
The Wii U board is seriously just awful.
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Tanya Wexler and Amy Zimmerman linger in the breezeway designed to draw eyes, and footsteps, from the driveway through the house to the gently sloping backyard and swimming pool beyond.
The house was deliberately sited to preserve the two-acre property's existing trees, three of which can be seen protruding through the surface of a rear deck.
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In a recent Third Circuit case, Douglas v. Convergent Outsourcing, the debtor's account number, while not printed on the envelope, was visible on the letter inside through a window. The court had to decide: (1) whether the account number was "on" the envelope when it was merely visible through the window, and (2) whether the account number was "any language or symbol, other than the debt collector's address," and thus prohibited by the FDCPA. The Third Circuit answered both questions "yes."
As to the first question, the Third Circuit reasoned that "[l]ike language printed on the envelope itself, language appearing through a windowed envelope can be seen by anyone handling the mail." Thus, such language "appears on the face" of the envelope and is therefore "on" it for purposes of the FDCPA.
As to the second question, the Third Circuit rejected the debt collector's suggestion that the debtor's account number was "benign language." The Third Circuit "express[ed] no opinion" on whether the FDCPA in fact allows for such an exception, but held that even if it does, the account number was not "benign." Rather, the court found, an account number is "a core piece of information pertaining to [the debtor's] status as a debtor and [the debt collector's] collection effort." Because the account number "implicates core privacy concerns, it cannot be deemed benign." The Third Circuit distinguished the types of language held to be benign by the Fifth and Eighth Circuits on the basis that the language in those cases was not "capable of identifying [the debtor] as a debtor."
The U.S. Supreme Court has yet to offer guidance in this area. Until it does so, the best practice for debt collectors in the wake of this Third Circuit decision may be to assume that any language that might identify a letter's recipient as a debtor, and which is in any way visible to a person handling the mail, violates the FDCPA and should be avoided.
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The review also showed that patients undergoing bioidentical HRT were less likely to experience sleep problems, anxiety, depression and cognitive effects – common side effects of synthetic hormones and are associated with a reduced risk for breast cancer and superior cardiovascular protection.
"While larger, randomized clinical studies are needed, the review of current medical literature demonstrates that bioidentical hormones are a safer, highly effective option for women, and any physician that is practicing evidence-based medicine should be using bioidentical hormone replacement for their patients," said Dr. Holtorf.
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The designs you picked out from the voting pool use illustration done completely by the artist as the main area of the tee, if they have included photoshopped images from photographs in the background of cities then we would presume they have the rights to. If they win all images will be checked but cityscape pictures are common and many have no rights attached to them.
Using photography as reference is fine, tracing directly from a photograph is probably going to get you some heat from the art community because while it's not against the rules completely it is very much frowned upon by professional artists.
This contest is about CREATIVITY and creatively using the logo is cool. The designs you highlighted as using logos are interesting; one has a pattern made of bats which would look cool printed. The other has very detailed artwork within and around the logo so it is interesting, the standard of that artwork is also very high.
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I booked a last-minute office holiday gathering here the other night and it was the best! For group gatherings they serve family style all-you-eat and wow! This was the only time I can think of that everyone in my office was happy and in agreement that this place was great! I am already craving going back for a regular meal - the ribs, mac and cheese, fries and chipotle wings were seriously the best I have ever had and the service was great. The atmosphere was fun, too, but unfortunately we were there the coldest night of the year and the heat was broken! That was our only complaint, but after a few drinks and the spicy wings, no one seemed to notice. A great place and I highly recommend!
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This place is awesome for barbecue ... Although they don't deliver its a 'smoking joint' to eat at - Tasty all around... after a delicious meal be sure check out the jazz venue down stairs.
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Tough to find a better combo of food, price, and atmosphere in NYC. As everyone agrees, the barbecue is terrific- but so are the sides. Don't miss the cornbread loaves! 1st and only Danny Meyer restaurant I've been to, this one has ensured others will make the list of future eats.
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I quite literally eat here at least once a week; as do a # of other folks I see each and every Sat afternoon! Their pulled pork is ridiculous! ...can pulled pork be addictive?! Everyone - take out personnel, managers, bartendars, servers, bus folks, are all genuinely kind and friendly. Fridays are a hoot w/great food and jazz combo! And Blue Smoke has been consistently serving great menu w/smiles for as long as I've been a patron - since the 2nd Great NYC BBQ Block party!
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Downstairs - I've never seen ribs and BBQ like this - the quality is simply unmatched in my book, and the variety of ribs and BBQ is pretty amazing. We came here last New Year's eve for dinner and a jazz show downstairs, and I can't wait to come back for more unbelievable food. And it's a great place to see a show, very nice decor!


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Don't get me wrong: The Citizens for a Clean Sedalia have done a very good job. They've been cleaning up the city on the street level by spearheading a series of neighborhood cleanups and they've been cleaning up the city at large through their support of the downtown building inspection ordinance and other initiatives.
And I urge them to continue doing the right thing and drop consideration of a new ordinance that would outlaw yard parking on Broadway Boulevard, as reported by the City of Sedalia website:
"The Citizens for a Clean Sedalia citizens committee is reviewing the possibility of recommending legislation to the City Council that would prohibit front yard parking on Broadway."
Limit Avenue is probably the street that sees the most visitor traffic, but there just aren't enough private residences on Limit to bother with an ordinance. I understand why Broadway might be subject to additional scrutiny.
Yes, from Charlotte to Houston to Portland major cities all around the country have ordinances against yard parking and normally I'd generally argue in favor of initiatives that have taken hold in relevant, modern communities.
But I also don't think that we should pass ordinances just to pass time.
I don't see that there is a widespread yard parking problem in Sedalia. Sure, I've seen people do it when they're working on some home improvements. I've seen it occasionally on a temporary basis. But the number of people who consistently yard park is so insignificant both in the city in general and on Broadway specifically that it seems like a waste of time to bother passing local legislation against it. There are comparably more gigantic fish to fry in the effort to clean up Sedalia.
I was going to visit the Missouri State Fair, but then I saw that someone had chosen to park on a different part of their private property so I turned right back around and went home, where we only park in designated areas!
When most people think of Broadway they probably think of the part of Broadway between Ohio and Limit avenues — that's where some of the nicest, grandest and most historic homes in Sedalia are located. Diversity in architectural style, color, and material are on grand display in a few blocks of one of Sedalia's most highly trafficked motorways.
And maybe if we're lucky these visitors might assume the rest of Sedalia is filled with businesses and enviable homes. If their only point of reference is Broadway, then they probably have a pretty high opinion of Sedalia.
And we probably expect more of the people who own the homes on Broadway row then we do of their neighbors just one block back, because those people don't happen to live on U.S. Highway 50. The pros must outweigh the cons, but I bet it can get annoying.
When your home is a display home merely because of its location it probably seems a little unfair. People are more nosy, inspectors are less forgiving and standards are higher. The fate of the city of Sedalia depends on your home and the image that it projects!
These homeowners are already subject to more scrutiny then most and we want to throw in additional considerations even though most of them aren't actually contributing to that particular issue.
That is their land, and their grass and their vehicle and they should be able to arrange their possessions in any way that they see fit. Park on the grass, or under the grass — they should be able to park wherever they want on their property unless the city is willing to foot the bill for some new private parking spaces.
I know partly that an ordinance like this would be aimed at the people who live on Broadway and attempt to sell their vehicles by putting a sign in the window and parking it in the grass so that it can be read from the street. It's not widespread, but it does happen.
Just imagine what visitors might think if they see that Sedalia is the sort of place where people buy and sell secondhand vehicles! Avert your eyes from the commerce!
If we must consider an ordinance like this, I hope they consider making it an offense based on an act over a period of time instead of an isolated incident. "It shall be unlawful for a vehicle to be parked on an unfinished surface for X amount of time" rather than just "it shall be unlawful." There's no reason to punish someone who backed the truck up to the door for the weekend to re-do their kitchen, or someone who had to park in the yard to pick up someone with limited mobility. If we absolutely must punish someone, let's make sure it is the serious long-term offenders.


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Chelsea would aim to start 2013 on a winning note when relegation-threatened QPR visit Stamford Bridge.
London: Resurgent Chelsea would like to start 2013 on a winning note when relegation-threatened Queens Park Rangers visit Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. So far the Blues have won four straight games and don't look like breaking up the momentum, as they aim to break Manchester United's dominance under Rafael Benitez.
Going into Christmas and New Year, Chelsea had thrashed Aston Villa 8-0 and then registered wins over Norwich City and Everton. With the transfer window open, Benitez has some calculations to do regarding the departures and arrivals at the club.
Frank Lampard bouncing back to form is a good sign for the London club, as the Englishman scored two goals at Goodison Park to prove that he is not a spent force yet.
While Harry Redknapp feels the need to strengthen his QPR side with the transfer window still open in order to stay afloat in the league. They started off well under Redknapp, but three successive defeats has pegged them back and the major 3-0 loss being at home to Liverpool.
Moreover, QPR are fighting hard for survival, so far have 10 points from 20 matches and they would desperately want to have a fruitful trip.
In the other big match of Wednesday night, Liverpool would aim for back-to-back win when they take on Sunderland at Anfield. But the visiting team is in perfect touch and has won three of their last five EPL matches.
However, this match gives Sunderland a chance to straighten their record against the Reds. Sunderland have defeated Liverpool three times in 23 attempts and never beaten them at Anfield.
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is likely to be back after being down by illness last weekend and so also some other ill players who were rested to avoid infection. Meanwhile, for Sunderland Steven Fletcher has been the scoring machine with eight goals from 20 matches in this season and would like him to score also at Anfield.
In order to further their power, Sunderland are in talks to sign New York Red Bulls' Tim Cahill, but in this match they have to rely heavily on their defending.


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With the comforts of home, this fully equipped, cozy cabin is
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**Sorry No pets allowed as of September 2010**
**Check-in time 2:00PM** (unless otherwise arranged)
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Bob and Mary Bond, Columbus, OH-
What a great way for our family to begin the new year! We loved our time at the Pinebrook Cabin; the cabin is wonderful!
We hiked up the road and were amazed by the views. The drive to Yosemite was worth the trip! I think our kids' favorite place was the CA State Mining and Mineral Museum. I loved watching the deer, and Wild Turkey wander through the grounds and drank my morning coffee, Amazing!
Lehrke Family-Minneapolis, MN-
Thank You for a pleasant stay. We really enjoyed the turkeys and deer in the mornings. During our stay we visited Yosmite several times. We especially enjoyed Mariposa Valley, and huge sequoias. We also found the hike to Vernal Falls challenging and rewarding. I truly believe we could stay busy all summer here!
Iris Cotter, Washington DC-
Our stay was wonderful! Beautiful Cabin and wonderful accomodations! The Steller Jays, turkeys, deer, and other fun wildlife were great!
Mel and Lisa Semper, Berkeley, Ca-
We are truly grateful that you allowed us to enjoy the beauty and serenity of this place. For a couple of city folk, no better place could we have spent the past 25 days here. We saw the fascinating history of the area, and of course, once again experienced the majesty of Yosemite National Park! The splendor of Mariposa and the surrounding towns coupled with the simplicity of life, are certainly loves for a return visit! Thank You for your constant attention to our comfort and for all the information!
Tim and Laurie Link, Los Angeles, Ca-
Yet another great weekend visit to the cabin! I can't think of a better way to spend Thanksgiving than the the Pinebrook Cabin! We brought the ATV-Quads this time and the guys had a great time finding new trails. We spent a day in Yosemite which is always a treat, but of course the best part is always just being at the cabin, relaxing and enjoying the deer and the Bluejays. The view is always nice. We had 3 generations here this weekend, and there was something for everyone.
The Wongs, Fremont, Ca-
We had a great time! Your cabin has a wonderful layout. Love the creek in front, and meadow in the back. We spotted deer, wild turkey, Stellar Jays, Woodpeckers,and squirrels. We went to Yosemite twice on YARTS bus which was very convenient!
Mariposa Museum was fantastic. The kids rode their bikes happily in the neighborhood. Hope to come back soon!
The Beveridge's, Martinez, Ca-
Thanks for the use of your cabin. We enjoyed our stay very much! Everything we needed was right here. We also hiked up the hill to check-out the old Oak tree and the Indian Grinding holes. Very Cool! We spent a day in Yosemite and a day in Mariposa. The Pizza Factory there makes a 'Mean' Pizza! Hope to come up again!
The Chen's, Salt Lake City, Utah-Thank you so much for allowing us to have the experience to stay in your cabin! It is very cozy and comfortable. I really love the furnishings, you guys know interior design! I hope that more people will get the chance to experience of staying in the cabin as cute and homey as yours. We will refer our friends and family from Utah about your place!
Nelson and family, Oakley, Ca -This place was great! The convenience was a big plus in making our mini vacation truly relaxing. As we rode our ATV's, the trails were absolutely awesome! Our quad riding time was a true highlight to our stay. It was wonderful to have trails for all abilities. The kids had a blast on the quick/easy trails, and the parents enjoyed the challenges like the ride to the Merced River, and Jerseydale, WOW! We look forward to coming back!
The Hahns, Hartford, Wisconsin-We really enjoyed our stay in your cabin! We took daily walks and hikes around the area. We also enjoyed viewing the old Oak Tree, and ancient grinding holes in the surfac
Recent Review
Great owner, great cabin, great location
Owner is great, and throughout the process provided us with lots of information and tips about the area,being responsive to whatever we threw at him.
The cabin sleeps 6 comfortably, with a great deck and BBQ area, which we used each night. The location is fine, very beautiful with nature on your doorstep, and plenty of places to hike locally, as well as Yosemite 60 mins up the road.
Inside the cabin has great beds, TV's well stocked kitchen and good showers for all. Bedding was fine with washer and dryer in garage if you need them.
All in all, we loved it, and would have stayed longer if our trip had allowed. Will we be back? Yes, without doubt.
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Great owner, great cabin, great location
Owner is great, and throughout the process provided us with lots of information and tips about the area,being responsive to whatever we threw at him.
The cabin sleeps 6 comfortably, with a great deck and BBQ area, which we used each night. The location is fine, very beautiful with nature on your doorstep, and plenty of places to hike locally, as well as Yosemite 60 mins up the road.
Inside the cabin has great beds, TV's well stocked kitchen and good showers for all. Bedding was fine with washer and dryer in garage if you need them.
All in all, we loved it, and would have stayed longer if our trip had allowed. Will we be back? Yes, without doubt.
Away from the hustle and bustle
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Tim and Vicki
Away from the hustle and bustle
A Relaxing & Fun Experience!A Relaxing & Fun Experience!
The time to get to Yosemite Valley (main points of interest) varies depending on driving speeds. Some say an hour , some just over an hour. Depends also on traffic at the gate..
We look forward to your return trip!
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Activity and Interests
Yosemite, approx 1 hour and 10 min. drive.
Historical downtown Mariposa, 20 mins
Historical Oakhurst , 35 mins
Chukchasnsi Casino, 45 mins
Bass Lake, 45 mins
Yosemite Sugar Pine Railroad (fun rides) 45 mins
Zepher white water river rafting rides 20 mins
ATV/Quad/Dirt-Cycle trails 1 Minute!
*New local attraction -Mariposa Zipline (20 minutes)
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Accelerator Coaster
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|Accelerator Coaster
|In Production
|First manufactured
|No. of installations
|Restraint Style
|Over-the-shoulder, Lap-bar
The Accelerator Coaster is Intamin's term for their hydraulically-launched roller coaster model. An Accelerator Coaster is named because of its long, straight launch track, its tower, known as a "top hat" (however, this is not present on all Accelerators), and its magnetic brakes that smoothly stop the train without touching it. After the top hat (if the coaster has one), the layout varies widely, ranging from a flat brake run (Top Thrill Dragster) to several inversions (Storm Runner, Kanonen) .
If this type of coaster is not launched fast enough to clear the top hat (which can happen for several reasons), it will roll backwards down the tower and along the launch track. For this reason, the launch track is fitted with retractable brakes that are retracted for the launch and extended at all other times. The main brake run uses the same type of brakes, which are fixed in place.
An Accelerator Coaster's hydraulic launch is much smoother than other launch technologies such as linear motors. While a linear motor-launched train's acceleration is greatest at the beginning of the launch and decreases throughout the launch, a hydraulic launch produces nearly constant acceleration throughout the launch.
Most Accelerator Coasters are launched from the station, but there are some that advance the train to a separate launch area, either for theming reasons (Superman Escape) or to allow multiple trains to be loaded simultaneously (Top Thrill Dragster, Kingda Ka).
Most Accelerator Coasters use restraints that consist of a U-shaped lap bar that locks into place. The lap bar is also secured by seat belts that run between the legs of riders.[1] In addition, the restraint system features a unique over-the-shoulder restraint (OTSR) harness designed for comfort and fast loading times.[2] Only three Accelerator Coasters have a lapbar restraint without the over-the-shoulder harness - Xcelerator, Top Thrill Dragster and Formula Rossa
Another notable feature is the locking system, which uses two hydraulic cylinders for redundancy (in case one fails) rather than relying on the older ratchet design. While a ratchet-based restraint locks at a one of several positions that can be too loose or uncomfortably tight, the hydraulic system allows the restraints to be pulled down and locked in any position to better match a rider's body dimensions. In the extremely unlikely case where both locking cylinders fail, the restraints are still held down by a seat belt.[3]
The newer over-the-shoulder design allows for faster load times, as opposed to lap bars. With lap-bar designs, riders must rely on a seat belt around their waist as a backup restraint. It must be checked by ride attendants before the lapbar can be lowered, significantly slowing load times. In contrast, the over-the-shoulder restraints are simply held down with a seatbelt. This means that guests can pull down their own restraints and buckle their own belts saving ride attendants time.[citation needed]
How it works[edit]
An Accelerator Coaster's launch system operates on the same basic principle as a Super Soaker, but on a much larger scale. The coaster's power source is several hydraulic pumps, each capable of producing 500 horsepower (370 kW). These pumps push hydraulic fluid into several accumulators. These accumulators are divided into two compartments by a movable piston, one side filled with hydraulic fluid and the other with nitrogen gas. The nitrogen is held in large tanks directly beneath the actual accumulator. As the hydraulic fluid fills the accumulators, it pushes on the pistons, compressing the nitrogen. It takes approximately 45 seconds to pressurize the accumulators with all pumps operating. All of this pressure is released during each launch, which typically lasts between 2 and 4 seconds.
The heart of the launch system is a large winch, around which the launch cables are wound. This winch is driven by hydraulic turbines. The two launch cables are attached to the winch on its ends, and run through two grooves on top of the launch track. The cables are attached to the sides of the catch-car, which runs in a trough between the grooves. A third, single retractor cable is attached to the rear of the catch-car, it runs around a pulley wheel at the rear end of the launch track and returns to the hydraulic building along the bottom of the launch track, where it is wound in the opposing direction on the winch's drum.
The train connects to the catch-car with a solid piece of metal known as a "launch dog" that drops down from the center car. The launch dog is normally retracted and is held in place by a small magnet, but the launch area has electrical contacts that demagnetize the magnet and cause the launch dog to drop down. The launch dog drops down at an angle, similar to the chain dog that a lifted coaster uses to connect to the lift chain.
Once the train and catch-car are in position and all is clear, the operator presses the "Launch" button and the launch sequence begins:
- The train's launch dog is released.
- The drive tires that advance the train to the launch track retract. Because the launch track is sloped slightly upwards, the train rolls backwards a few inches, until it is stopped by the launch dog engaging the catch-car.
- The anti-rollback magnetic brakes on the launch track retract.
- Approximately five seconds later, the launch valves in the hydraulic room open. The compressed nitrogen in the accumulators forces the hydraulic fluid into the turbines that drive the winch. As the winch winds in the launch cables, the retractor cable is unwound from the winch. After the train moves off the electrical contacts in the launch area, its launch dog is held down only by the force of the accelerating catch-car.
- Each section of brakes on the launch track pops back up immediately after the train passes a proximity switch.
- When the train reaches full speed and all the pressure in the accumulators has been released, the catch-car, still connected to the train, enters its braking zone. The catch-car uses the same braking configuration as the train, but is much lighter, so it slows down very quickly. As the catch-car begins to slow down, the train's launch dog retracts - the shape where it drops into is a "v" shape, so the dog is forced back into position as it runs over the catch-car and is held in place by the magnet, as the train continues on its way.
- Once the catch-car has stopped, the launch system resets - the winch reverses direction, returning the catch-car to the launch area using the third retractor cable, and the pumps begin recharging the accumulators. This normally takes about 45 seconds, after which the next train can be launched.
If the train rolls back, it will be brought to a near stop (magnetic brakes cannot completely stop a train) well before the beginning of the launch track. Regardless of the position of the catch-car when the train passes it going backwards, there will be no interference as the train's launch dog will be retracted. After the train slows to a near stop, the brakes will be cycled up and down to control the train's speed until it is back in launch position. On the larger coasters, this "launch reset" process can take more than a minute as the train must be moved very slowly. Once the train is back in launch position, it can be launched again or can be returned to the station.
The basic launch sequence is often accompanied by various theme elements. The most common is "starting lights" that cycle down from yellow to green, the green light coming on just as the train begins to accelerate.
The number of pumps, accumulators, and turbines varies with the speed the coaster is designed to achieve. Kanonen (the world's slowest Accelerator Coaster) has a design speed of 47 mph (76 km/h), one pump, one accumulator, and eight turbines. Kingda Ka (the world's second fastest roller coaster) has a design speed of 128 mph (206 km/h), seven pumps, four accumulators, and 32 turbines. The system as a whole is capable of producing up to 20,800 horsepower (15.5 MW) for each launch, although a typical launch uses less than 10,000 horsepower (7,500 kW).
The catch-car is stopped by magnetic brakes identical to those used to stop the train. In order to give the catch-car room to slow down, only about three quarters of the launch track can actually be used to launch the train, the catch-car needs 64 feet(20m) on a 100 km/h Accelerator Coaster (and significantly more on a faster coaster like Kingda Ka) to slow to a full stop.
One major advantage of this launch system compared to others is its low power consumption, the hydraulic pumps run constantly and actually use less energy than most chain lift drive motors.[4]
List of Accelerator Coaster[edit]
|Park, Location
|Year Opened
|Desert Race
|63 ft (19 m)
|62.1 mph (99.9 km/h)
|Heide Park, Germany
|Formula Rossa
|170 ft (52 m)
|149.1 mph (240.0 km/h)
|Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
|Furius Baco
|46 ft (14 m)
|83.9 mph (135.0 km/h)
|PortAventura, Spain
|79 ft (24 m)
|47 mph (76 km/h)
|Liseberg, Sweden
|Kingda Ka
|456 ft (139 m)
|128 mph (206 km/h)
|Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey
|69 ft (21 m)
|61.1 mph (98.3 km/h)
|Alton Towers, England
|59 ft (18 m)
|Miragica, Italy
|112 ft (34 m)
|57 mph (92 km/h)
|Mysterious Island, China
|Speed Monster
|131 ft (40 m)
|56 mph (90 km/h)
|TusenFryd, Norway
|205 ft (62 m)
|80 mph (130 km/h)
|Thorpe Park, England
|Storm Runner
|150 ft (46 m)
|72 mph (116 km/h)
|Hersheypark, Pennsylvania
|Superman Escape
|131 ft (40 m)
|62 mph (100 km/h)
|Warner Bros. Movie World, Australia
|Top Thrill Dragster
|420 ft (130 m)
|120 mph (190 km/h)
|Cedar Point, Ohio
|205 ft (62 m)
|82 mph (132 km/h)
|Knott's Berry Farm, California
|213 ft (65 m)
|81 mph (130 km/h)
|Space World, Japan
See also[edit]
- ^ Schoolfield, Jeremy (August 2006). "Kiss The Sky: There's no keeping "Stealth" a secret at Thorpe Park". IAAPA. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- ^ "Accelerator Coaster: Launch Coaster without Inversions" (PDF). Intamin. March 2011. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- ^ "Chance Rides Manufacturing Service Bulletin" (PDF). National Association of Amusement Ride Safety Officials. October 12, 2006. Retrieved 3 June 2012.
- ^ Coastersandmore.com - Roller Coaster magazine:: Kanonen - Great firepower at Liseberg
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Desert Race (Heide Park)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Formula Rossa (Ferrari World Abu Dhabi)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 April 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Furious Baco (PortAventura)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Kanonen (Liseberg)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Kingda Ka (Six Flags Great Adventure)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Rita (Alton Towers)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Senzafiato (Miragaica)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
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- ^ Marden, Duane. "Top Thrill Dragster (Cedar Point)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Xcelerator (Knott's Berry Farm)". Roller Coaster DataBase. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
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The Gridiron Grouse: The Sinking Seahawks
Remember after the opening night of the season when Seattle beat Green Bay and everyone acted as if they were going to have a perfect season? Oh, how times change.
Where in the world is Ed Hochuli?
What are the consequences of the replacement refs?