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Hello. I recently purchased a ULA Circuit. The stuff sack for my WM Versalite is 16" long, way too wide for the ~10" I have at the base of my Circuit. I'm thinking about buying a smaller, waterproof stuff sack. After searching through the forums here, it seems like most people just shove their bag at the bottom of the pack. But it seems like I'd want to keep it dry, clean, and safe from abrasions in a separate sack. I'd love to hear feedback on whether a stuff sack is a good idea and recommendations on makes/models. Thanks.
Sean:In the olden days, I used to have dedicated stuff sacks for my bag, pad and clothing. But after doing comparisons with vs. without them, I found that I actually save pack space by not using stuff sacks:1. Pad - I fold the pad in half length-wise, then into thirds to approx. the size of my pack back -- and slide the pad in flat. This saves space and also allows the pad to further stiffen the backpack -- making for more comfortable carrying.2. Bag - Next, I stuff my sleeping bag directly into my pack. If rain or river crossings figure in the picture, then first line the pack with a giant trash bag (aka contractor bag) -- then pack as normal.3. Clothing - I then stuff my clothing into the pack -- esp. cramming the smaller pieces into the pack's nooks and crannies.Rarely are we able to ditch gear pieces and end up not just saving weight, but also saving packing time and effort -- and increasing pack space and efficiency as well! Never again, will I do something so unproductive as wrestling a bag into a teeny tiny stuff sack at the break of dawn with cold and half-stiff fingers -- only to lose instead of gain packing space!
Edited by ben2world on 03/13/2013 22:50:11 MDT.
Sean, when you hear about people shoving their bag into their pack, 98% of the time they also use a waterproof pack liner. As per your question, I think it depends on how you like to pack. For me, I usually like an ultralight dry sack, like a cuben one. Sea to Summit makes good light ones in sil. That way I know that no matter what, my down bag is safe. However, I just got a Catalyst and have been playing around with how I pack, and might be moving to a liner. Certain packs seem to lend themselvrs to being packed differently. Play with many different ideas there's no right/wrong/better/worse way. But I'd suggest that no matter what you pick, make sure your insulating pieces (bag, puffy, etc) are very well protected from water.
I use a Granite Gear compression bag if I need to get a sleeping bag in a smaller pack. I think compression sacks need to be used sparingly and with discretion so the loft isn't destroyed. Avoid trying to create a black hole! The current version is an Air Compressor: http://www.granitegearstore.com/Air-Compressor-P145C52.aspxMy preference is to use a waterproof silnylon stuff sack and just roll it down as far as practical.
If you get a lot of rain in your area the way I do, you should go with a light weight ultra-sil dry bag for your SB. The So-Cal folks can get away with a trash bag but that has never worked for me. I've found that keeping clothes and sleeping bag in a single bag (trash bag or dry bag) was a problem in heavy rain. The sleeping bag would get damp when I accessed the clothes (from rain, wet hands, drippy rain jacket). I now carry my spare clothes in one small dry sack and my sleeping bag in another small-ish dry sack and that has worked very well for me. The dry bag with my sleeping bag in it never gets opened up until it is in my shelter.
Personally, I've been using a small trash bag. Put trash bag in bottom of pack, stuff sleeping bag into trash bag. Smash it down as small as possible and work out all the air, then just twist and tie an overhand knot in the trash bag. Fill the rest of the pack with all the other junk.If rain is the worst I'm worried about, then I'll just twist the trash bag real good and let the weight of my other stuff hold it closed and waterproof.
Granite gear cuben event dry bags. There does become a point where if low pack volume is desired then you must compress your sleeping bag. Stuffing it in the bottom can sometimes take up too much volume from it continually lofting up.
I just use a pack liner and stuff my quilt loose in the bottom of my pack. Like Ben, I've found that I'm able to pack more efficiently without stuff sacks. In a sense my pack liner acts like a 1.5 oz stuff sack that's large enough to fit all of my gear. Usually I put my sleeping bag in the bottom, my clothes on top, and roll the bag shut. They I put my cook kit, food, and shelter on top to keep it closed.Adam
Sorry, double post.Adam
Edited by aroth87 on 03/14/2013 02:47:19 MDT.
> keep it dry, clean, and safe from abrasions in a separate sack. Right on!Ours go first into a plain fabric stuff sack - same material as the shell. Then into a plastic bag inside a silnylon stuff sack. That may sound like serious overkill, but when your pack goes swimming in a big river the value becomes a little clearer.Ditto for all other 'warm' gear.Cheers
I like the eVent bottom Granite Gear ones. Waterproof with roll top. The breathable bottom helps with compression.
"Sean, when you hear about people shoving their bag into their pack, 98% of the time they also use a waterproof pack liner. "Right, this. I use a cuben pack liner from Zpacks in my Circuit. My 30-F bag just gets shoved into the bottom of the liner, with my clothing bag on top and my ditty bag, then the liner gets rolled over and closed. For my winter bag I use a Granite Gear compression stuff sack so I can fit my 5-F bag inside my Circuit. Works fine for a weekend hike, but I expect I would run out of room for food on a longer hike and thus need a larger pack.
I hace to use a compression bag for my winter sleeping bag, It means I can use a 60ltr pack.
I have a fairly light stuff sack which is oversized for my quilt. It protects my quilt but still allows for me to mold it around gear in the bottom of my ruck. I've tried the compression systems and I felt that it was an inefficient use of space.
Thanks everyone for the feedback.Does the use of an internal pack liner negate the need for a proper external pack cover? Are there significant pros/cons to the different materials: silnylon, eVent, cuben? If purchasing cuben, does it makes sense to spend a bit more and have the pack made out of cuben? Of course, this cost can be avoided with the trash liner idea.
>Does the use of an internal pack liner negate the need for a proper external pack cover?Yes and no. If used properly, a pack liner will keep everything inside of it dry, even if the pack is soaked. However, a soaked pack weighs more--possibly more than a very light pack cover--and anything not in the liner will get wet. This may or may not be of concern to you depending on your packing style.Cuben is lightest and absolutely waterproof, but expensive. Sil is much cheaper and plenty waterproof for a pack liner and cheaper. Event is heavier and more expensive than sil, and not really needed for a liner. A properly made cuben pack can be waterproof enough for rain, but I still would use another liner or drybags if you're going to be packrafting or crossing many deep streams. There are some packs that are essentially a big dry bag, so you'd be pretty good with one of those.
I use a trash bag for the liner and have never had any issues. However, I need to clarify that the trash bag is a trash compactor bag. It is much thicker and more durable than an ordinary trash bag.Rodney
I went looking for trash compactor bags and my local Stop N' Shop didn't carry them.:(My e-Vent 35L pack liner from Sea to Summit weighs an ounce or so more than a trash bag, but I find both a pain to use. I keep it around for wet weather but don't use it unless I'm sure they'll be some.
By the way, if I'm not using a stuff sack for my sleeping bag, should I also avoid using a stuff stack for my Exped Downmat UL 7? It's a pain in the ass to get that thing back in the bag.
I have used baking bags recently and prefer them over compactor bags. They are available at local groceries. For me, there are several advantages. First, they are clear and you can see your stuff. Second, they are smaller; a compactor bag is bigger than I need. Third, it feels lighter; I should weigh it to confirm. Fourth, it feels more durable subjectively. Fifth, it has a slippery feel so it slides better in the pack.
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Potsdam native Sarah Pickard Geagan has been a Reiki master since 2011 and has set up a location at 235 River Road in Potsdam.
Reiki was originally rediscovered in Japan. It is a type of energy healing. Reiki works with and improves all of the energy systems, Ms. Geagan said.
Ms. Geagan works with her sister, Martha Pickard Palmer, who is a nutritionist. The two grew up in Potsdam, but only Ms. Palmer lives there now. Ms. Geagan commutes from Connecticut.
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The sisters worked in conjunction to form Upper Room Reiki and Nourished Roots Nutrition in Potsdam. Ms. Palmer studied at Cornell University, Ithaca, and said she has been involved with her work for 13 years. Ms. Geagan, meanwhile, took a slightly different route to get to where she is today.
I was first a middle school ESL teacher for 16 years. Then I discovered Reiki as I was recovering from an illness, she said. I ended up studying the first two levels of Reiki and then I severely herniated a disc in my back and lost complete use of one of my legs. I used Reiki on myself. Its called self-Reiki and I made a very rapid and full recovery.
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The Effect of Pramipexole on Metabolic Network Activity Compared With Levodopa in Early Parkinson's Disease
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Levodopa and non-ergot dopaminergic agonists such as pramipexole are both recommended as the first-line symptomatic treatment for early untreated Parkinson's disease (PD), previous clinical trial indicated that initial pramipexole owns advantage over levodopa regarding motor complications, on the contrary, less adverse effect like freezing and severe somnolence favors initial treatment of levodopa. Thus, it remains controversial that initiation of which medication will be better for those patients with early PD.
PDRP (Parkinson's disease-related spatial covariance pattern) is a new biomarker which can represent the network activity of brain and severity of PD. Based on the literatures and our previous data, the investigators hypothesize that PDRP will be served as a biomarker to help us evaluate and compare the effect of levodopa or pramipexole on the progression of PD, which might be able to provide further evidence for clinicians to address the above critical issue.
Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease
Drug: pramipexole
Drug: Sinemet CR
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|Study Design:
|Allocation: Randomized
Endpoint Classification: Efficacy Study
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Open Label
Primary Purpose: Treatment
|Official Title:
|a Pilot Follow-up Study of Investigating the Effect of Pramipexole on Metabolic Network Activity Compared With Levodopa in Chinese Patients With Early Parkinson's Disease
- Longitudinal change of brain network activity evaluated by Parkinson's disease-related spatial covariance pattern(PDRP) value(Z score) [ Time Frame: twice, baseline and 1 year after baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]baseline and 1 year after receiving pramipexole or Levodopa treatment
- Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Score (II, III, and total) [ Time Frame: three times baseline, 10 weeks, 1 year ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]baseline (1st visit), completion of dosage titration within 10 weeks after baseline (2nd visit), 1 year after baseline (final visit)
- Parkinson's Disease Questionnaire (PDQ39) [ Time Frame: twice baseline and 1 year ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]baseline (1st visit), and 1 year after baseline (final visit)
- Hoehn&Yahr staging [ Time Frame: twice baseline and 1 year ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]baseline (1st visit), and 1 year after baseline (final visit)
- clinical global impression scale [ Time Frame: twice 10 weeks, and 1 year ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]completion of dosage titration within 10 weeks after baseline (visit 2) and 1 year after baseline (final visit)
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|December 2011
|Study Completion Date:
|August 2014
|Primary Completion Date:
|August 2014 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
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Active Comparator: pramipexole
0.375mg-4.5mg/day, flexible dosage according to an optimal improvement of movement dysfunction in PD patients
Drug: pramipexole
tablets, 0.375mg-4.5mg/day divided by 3 times according to the optimal improvement of motor dysfunction in PD patients. duration is 1 year.
Other Name: Sifrol
Active Comparator: Levodopa
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Drug: Sinemet CR
tablet of Sinemet CR, dosage of levodopa ranging from 200mg-600mg/day divided by 2 or 3 times, Duration is 1 year
Other Name: Sinemet CR 250' (Levodopa 200mg, and 50mg carbidopa)
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CALM-PD study found that Pramipexole can reduce the occurrence of motor complication compared with Levodopa used as initiative treatment, but it still remains debatable that initiation of which medication will be better for those patients with De Novo PD.
PDRP (Parkinson's disease-related spatial covariance pattern) is a biomarker which can represent the network activity of cortico-striato-pallido-thalamocortical pathways and highly reproducible with stable network activity in individual subjects. The study published in "J Neuroscience" in 2010 showed that the abnormal PDRP antecede the appearance of motor signs by about 2 years, indicating PDRP might be a very promising biomarker for identifying PD at its early stage. Moreover, PDRP is able to represent the progression and severity of PD as well. It was reported that Levodopa can reduce the PD-related network activity, and the degree of network suppression correlates with the clinical improvement. However, there is no study currently showing the impact of pramipexole on brain PDRP network compared with levodopa as initiative treatment.
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|30 Years to 75 Years
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Inclusion Criteria:
- idiopathic Parkinson's disease meeting UK brain bank criteria
- De Novo
- Hoehn&Yahr staging I-II
Exclusion Criteria:
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Pregnant or breast-feeding women
- those with abnormal Liver/kidney function
- those participating other clinical trials within 30 days before being enrolled for this trial.
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01470859
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|Huashan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University
|Shanghai, Shanghai, China, 200040
|Principal Investigator:
|Jian Wang, MD
|Fudan University
|Responsible Party:
|Jian Wang, Professor, Huashan Hospital
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|November 9, 2011
|Last Updated:
|August 23, 2014
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|China: Ethics Committee
China: Ministry of Health
Keywords provided by Huashan Hospital:
De Novo parkinson's disease
initial treatment
Parkinson's disease-related spatial covariance pattern
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Parkinson Disease
Basal Ganglia Diseases
Brain Diseases
Central Nervous System Diseases
Movement Disorders
Nervous System Diseases
Neurodegenerative Diseases
Parkinsonian Disorders
Anti-Dyskinesia Agents
Antiparkinson Agents
Central Nervous System Agents
Dopamine Agents
Dopamine Agonists
Molecular Mechanisms of Pharmacological Action
Neurotransmitter Agents
Pharmacologic Actions
Physiological Effects of Drugs
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Exelon Corporation today announced that Sunil "Sonny" Garg, senior vice president of human resources, has been promoted to president of Exelon Power, effective August 16. Garg will lead Exelon Power.
Chicago – Exelon Corporation today announced that Sunil "Sonny" Garg, senior vice president of human resources, has been promoted to president of Exelon Power, effective August 16. Garg will lead Exelon Power, which operates the company's fleet of 105 fossil, hydroelectric and renewable generating units located in Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania and Texas.
In this role, Garg will be responsible for the continued safe operations of the fleet as well as expanding the portfolio within Exelon Power, including renewable energy.
"We are very excited to have a proven Exelon leader taking the helm of Exelon Power, which is a dynamic part of our family of companies," said Charles Pardee, chief operating officer for Exelon Generation. "Sonny's energy and collaborative leadership style, coupled with his track record of management excellence, are the right combination to take Exelon Power into the future."
Since joining Exelon in 2002, Garg has focused extensively on integration work, including process efficiencies and cost savings. Before leading Exelon's human resources function, he served as vice president of finance for Exelon's Business Services Company and co-led the company's financial transformation integration program.
Prior to Exelon, Garg served as an assistant to Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley and was appointed a White House Fellow by President Bill Clinton. Previously, he was an associate with the Chapin Hall Center for Children at the University of Chicago, a research and development center focused on education.
Garg holds a bachelor's degree and an MBA from the University of Chicago and a master's degree in public policy from Harvard University.
Garg will report to Pardee. He replaces former Exelon Power President Doyle Beneby, who recently accepted a position at another company.
Exelon Corporation is one of the nation's largest electric utilities with more than $17 billion in annual revenues. The company has one of the industry's largest portfolios of electricity generation capacity, with a nationwide reach and strong positions in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Exelon distributes electricity to approximately 5.4 million customers in northern Illinois and southeastern Pennsylvania and natural gas to approximately 486,000 customers in the Philadelphia area. Exelon is headquartered in Chicago and trades on the NYSE under the ticker EXC.


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After some challenges with a first generation tablet, Motorola is unleashing its Xoom 2 in an attempt to garner a greater share of of the tablet market. At the moment Apple's iPad is undeniably dominant and synonymous with "tablet."
Armed with Honeycomb platform, the first edition Xoom was the first to market for the Android OS tablet. Based on industry reviews and tepid sales, Motorola may have been better served by taking its time developing a tablet that could better compete with the competition that was right on its heels. The Xoom contemporaries (such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1) stole the show with their faster speeds, sleeker look, and just plain sexier.
So has Motorola taken notes? It appears so. Xoom2 is indeed faster, sleeker, and generally less cumbersome (slimming down from 1.5 lbs to an oh-so-svelte .22 lbs). Scrapping the original screen, the reincarnated version boasts a Gorilla Glass-coated IPS screen that delivers 178 degree viewing angles (a la Droid Razr which is a dream to hold). Beware the copious smudges. Carry a cleaning cloth - an easy accessory to pick up with your additional tablet protective accessories.
There are micro-HDMI and mico-USB ports and the ease of multi-media integration is lovely, but they seemed to forget an SD option entirely. Storage limitations are also a consideration with 16 GB limit at the moment- to appease customers concerned with gigabytes, check the other tablet options to meet your unique needs. Enhance your mobility... turn your device into a power tool. Discover our select electronic accessories specifically designed to make your devices functionally efficient and performance rich
The Xoom2 may very well be the perfect tablet for some consumer's... who can optimize device efficiency with stylus pen accessories, glider gloves for touch screen, extended battery life, and other fun gadgets. But, like any major purchase, it is best to do the research and take a few contenders out for a test drive.
Unfortunately, this market shifts at breakneck pace and has little room for manufacturers who can't keep up and innovate and Motorola's Xoom2 doesn't quite meet the cutting edge quota (especially when considering cost and a dual-core). When compared to tablet industry darlings that flaunt a quad core and a perfect marriage of technology and beauty… Xoom2 loses luster.
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SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) — Few columns in this space have generated the passionate response that last week's piece on Aaron Swartz did.
It may have been that I was provocative. It may have been that I was just wrong. Swartz must have asked himself the same question.
Predictably, the fury was loudest on Twitter where critics disagreed with me about, well, just about everything, but mostly about whether Swartz has committed a crime — or done anything wrong at all — by taking more than 4 million academic articles from a subscription service. See last week's column 'Rebel with a flawed cause.'
Swartz, as I wrote last week, died of an apparent suicide earlier this month. His death is a flashpoint in a dispute about freedom, whether Swartz and other people on the fringes — many of whom turn out to be our greatest thinkers — are persecuted by institutions that view them as a threat.
Swartz was being aggressively prosecuted as a felon for taking the electronic files. Many believe the authorities bullied Swartz to send a message to the hactivist community.
I argued that, while Swartz may have had good intentions, he made a mistake, probably an illegal one. I argued that the laws Swartz was accused of breaking rightfully protect copyright and intellectual property. The prosecutors were overzealous, but they weren't to blame for his death.
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My main thesis was that Swartz shouldn't be made a martyr for a flawed cause.
Critics essentially argued that the case against Swartz was completely bogus. Some pointed out that JSTOR, the service that controlled the articles, dropped the case. Others argued that the academic research in question was in the public domain anyway. They argued that it wasn't "intellectual property."
I agree somewhat with that latter point. A better description is copyrighted content.
So, I revisited the story. I looked more deeply into the life and causes of Swartz. I listened to, for instance, Swartz's May 2012 speech on how and why those who shared his beliefs stopped SOPA, the Internet piracy bill that was defeated (thank you, Kevin Marks). See Swartz's SOPA speech via YouTube.
And secondly, I reviewed the case against Swartz by studying, not only the criminal complaint, but legal analysis of it and the methods used by prosecutors. Read the Justice Department's complaint against Aaron Swartz (pdf).
What I found was a brilliant programmer and activist who knew exactly what he was doing and who he was going up against. Also, that between the case law, the charges, and the circumstances of the case, the best that can be said is that the legal question was unclear.
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For starters, as critics pointed out, much of the research Swartz took from JSTOR was in the public domain. Not all, but some. That's an important distinction because JSTOR, a nonprofit, has to license much of the material it collects from 1,400 sources. It also has to pay for much of it to be scanned, according to a report by The Awl in 2011. See profile of JSTOR via The Awl. Read about how the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation launched JSTOR.


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If you are looking to enjoy the many wonderful restaurants that New York has to offer, Restaurant Week is the perfect way to see them all without breaking the bank.
Wednesday, October 02, 2013 - Tuesday, October 15, 2013
The Old Vic Tunnels, Station Approach Road, South Bank, London, SE1 7XB
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The London Restaurant Festival is a celebratory and all-encompassing food affair, showcasing a huge variety of events at venues across the capital. The annual event takes place during October and incorporates over 800 restaurants from around the capital. The 'Gourmet Odyssey' is a hugely popular feature so we can only hope it's returning for 2013, taking diners to three top restaurants to sample a different course at each. Other highlights included a Gastropub Quiz, which took place in five pubs across London simultaneously, a Tapas Tour of Fernandez and Wells, Brindisa Soho, Iberica, Pix and Copita, and a mix of street food, music and poetry with Street Theatre at The Old Vic Tunnels, sushi and sake masterclasses and a three course menu inspired by Tom Parker-Bowles's favourite film.
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More flexible visa rules to boost growth and job creation Julkaistu: 01/04/2014, Viimeisin päivitys: 26/06/2015
Commissioner Malmström said: "Europe needs a smarter visa policy. We need to attract more tourists, business people, researchers, students, artists and culture professionals to our shores." Vice-President Tajani added: "Our proposal will help European tourism industry at a time when international competition is becoming increasingly fierce with a growing number of countries relying on tourism as a factor for growth."
Many non-EU nationals wishing to travel to the EU are often faced with cumbersome, lengthy and costly visa procedures.
The proposals presented today will seriously shorten and simplify the procedures for those wanting to come to the EU for short stays, and induce more cost savings and less bureaucracy, whilst maintaining the level of security. Making the access to the Schengen area easier for legitimate travellers will facilitate visiting friends and relatives and doing business. It will boost economic activity and job creation in, for instance, the tourism sector as well as in related activities such as restaurant and transport industries. A recent study shows that in 2012 a total number of 6.6 million potential travellers from six of the countries with the most travellers were 'lost' due to cumbersome visa procedures.i It also showed that more flexible and accessible visa rules could lead to an increase in trips to the Schengen area of between 30% and up to 60%, only from these six countries.ii This could mean as much as €130 billion in total direct spending over five years (in accommodation, food and drink, transports, entertainment, shopping, etc.), and could translate into some 1.3 million jobs in tourism and related sectors.
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The Department of Bioengineering (http//www.be.ucsd.edu) in the Jacobs School of Engineering at the University of California, San Diego is inviting applications for positions at the Assistant Professor level and in exceptional cases also at the Associate Professor or Full Professor levels (one or more tenure track or tenured faculty positions).
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1888. A biography of Martin Van Buren, the eighth president of the United States. His career covered the spectrum of political offices and his genius as a backroom strategist earned him the nickname of Little Magician. But, when he succeeded to the White House following his tenure as Andrew Jackson's Vice President, the gift for orchestration that he had enlisted to promote Jackson's cause proved of little avail in advancing his own. At the heart of the problem was an economic depression that persisted through most of his term. Also unpopular was Van Buren's opposition to the expansion of slavery, which led him to block the annexation of Texas to block any addition to slave territory and avoid the possibility of war with Mexico.
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Charlie ParkerSaxophonist / Bandleader / Jazz Musician
Born: 29 August 1920
Died: 12 March 1955
Birthplace: Kansas City, Kansas
Best known as: Influential alto saxophone player
Name at birth: Charles Christopher Parker, Jr.
Charlie Parker, nicknamed "Yardbird" ("Bird" for short), had an undistinguished early career, but ended up being one of the creators of bebop jazz in the 1940s. He played with artists such as Dizzy Gillespie and Miles Davis, all the while making his mark as an inventor of melodies and creative improviser. Highly influential and praised by fellow musicians, Parker had a brief career due to his troubled personal life and addictions to alcohol and heroin.
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Local children and residents will soon have more baseball fields and soccer fields to play on through a partnership between Limerick Township and Limerick Generating Station.
POTTSTOWN, Pa. - Local children and residents will soon have more baseball fields and soccer fields to play on through a partnership between Limerick Township and Limerick Generating Station. Earlier this year, with the help of a $150,000 contribution from Exelon Nuclear, Limerick Township was able to purchase the Linfield Sports Park.
Linfield Sports Park is a 17.5 acre active recreational facility with a softball field, sports pavilion and multipurpose field. In 2011, the township will upgrade the park by adding more fields, such as additional softball fields and multipurpose fields for lacrosse and soccer. The pavilion will also be upgraded.
"Limerick Generating Station's contribution to the township has helped us greatly over the past few years to upgrade our recreational facilities for the good of all of our residents," said Limerick Township Board of Supervisors Chairman Kenneth W. Sperring, Jr. "We are looking forward to the upgrades that will come in 2011 so that additional teams will be able to use our fields and families and organizations can use the pavilions."
Contributions from Exelon Nuclear have also been used to refurbish Manderach Memorial Playground and support the township's summer concert series and Limerick Community Day. Funds have also been given to the Linfield and Limerick Fire companies and helped pay for the expansion of the Limerick Township Police Department building.
"It is important to everyone at Limerick Generating Station that we are a good neighbor and are able to partner with Limerick Township to provide excellent recreational facilities for area residents," said Bill Maguire, Limerick site vice president. "Many of Limerick's employees live in this community and are able to benefit from the facilities that Limerick Township provides, making this area a great place to live, work and raise a family."
In 2009, Limerick Generating Station committed to a $500,000 donation to Limerick Township, spanning four years. As part of that donation, each year, Limerick Generating Station donates $150,000 that the township uses for parks and recreation projects and for local first responders. For more information about Limerick Generating Station, visit www.exeloncorp.com/limerick
Exelon Corporation is one of the nation's largest electric utilities with more than $17 billion in annual revenues. The company has one of the industry's largest portfolios of electricity generation capacity, with a nationwide reach and strong positions in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic. Exelon distributes electricity to approximately 5.4 million customers in northern Illinois and southeastern Pennsylvania and natural gas to approximately 486,000 customers in the Philadelphia area. Exelon is headquartered in Chicago and trades on the NYSE under the ticker EXC.


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When describing a noteworthy runway collection, the old truism about how the whole is greater than the sum of its parts sometimes comes to mind. Taken alone, a silhouette, color, or accessory choice might not be revolutionary, but when considered as part of an entire look and a complete collection, it adds up to something wholly memorable. We tend to think of the Southwest in the same way, meaning that there are numerous elements that contribute to the region's allure and make it a consistently intriguing locale. Its talented artisans, Pueblo and Navajo textiles, and tawny desert landscapes all contribute to its charm, so it's no wonder why we--and noteworthy designers--find it inspirational. Using this stunning region as our jumping off point, we've sourced some of summer's most covetable pieces, all of which you simply must Go Buy Now!
In case you need convincing that your wardrobe will benefit from some Southwestern flair, we'll take a closer look at how one particularly stylish S/S 11 collection and a perennially chic actress interpreted this trend. Speaking of the former, Just Cavalli showcased a number of outfits that evoke the spirit of Santa Fe, but our favorite is the above ensemble. We particularly love the boldly printed Vest ($1902, 212.888.4333), which is a decidedly modern take on the patterns of traditional Native American rugs. Since the region is a hub for arts and crafts, we also think the intricately detailed Jeans ($2700, 212.888.4333) would be right at home in our spotlighted setting. This look is equally dashing off the runways, as Diane Kruger proved when she was snapped at the airport in Nice, France last month. The stylish actress showed us how to execute the trend the right way: by wearing one standout piece and complementing it with quieter accents. As for the specifics, Kruger wore Antik Batik's brightly patterned Zanon Cardigan ($364) paired with the Bowie Skirt ($230) and Betina Tee ($253), also by said brand. The resulting look is definitely swoon-worthy and is the perfect way to inject just the right amount of Southwestern chic into your summer style!
Now that we've given you a quick breakdown of the trend, let us introduce eight supremely fashionable pieces to help you achieve this look! The region certainly offers us inspiration aplenty, so it was tough to narrow down our search. However, we think we hit the nail on the head with these products and hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
1. American Eagle Outfitters Braided Huarache Sandals ($39.50, 1.888.232.4535)
If you want to upgrade your warm-weather footwear from basic flip-flops to something more stylish--but aren't willing to sacrifice comfort and affordability--look no further than this pair of sandals by American Eagle Outfitters. They'll go with nearly anything, from white cotton frocks to cropped jeans, making them a fantastic buy you won't regret! We're also crazy about the braided leather detailing, which give the sandals a rugged, utilitarian quality that's perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle this summer.
2. Fortune Favors the Brave Concho Collar($185) in Silver
When we think of this region, one of the things that immediately pops into our minds is ornately-detailed silver jewelry, so we'd be remiss if we didn't include at least one option! After scouring through tons of products, we decided to highlight this stunning necklace by Fortune Favors the Brave. It boasts a lovely concho design, which is characteristic of Native American jewelry and typically used for belts, making this a unique and truly SW-inspired piece! Team this necklace with anything from a white t-shirt to a maxi dress and all eyes will be on you!
3. Parker Strapless Print Dress ($242)
Navajo prints are synonymous with Southwestern style, so bringing you a fabulous patterned option was a no-brainer. Instead of going for a classic floral frock, why not don this Native American-inspired dress? You're sure to turn heads in this short number, which features a sweetheart neckline and silky fabric. To dress it up, team it with stacked wood heels, or if you're looking for a more casual ensemble, try a pair of flat gladiator sandals. We're dying to get our hands on one pronto, and we suggest that you snag one before it's too late!
4. Low Luv x Erin Wasson Thunderbird Cuff ($63) in Antique Gold
One of the most intriguing elements of the Southwest is the mythology that originated in the region, so when we spotted this cuff--depicting the thunderbird, a Native American icon of power and strength--we knew it would be perfect for this story. We particularly love that the bracelet has a tarnished gold look, which gives it a rustic vibe and almost makes it appear as a precious artifact.
5. Charley 5.0 Fringe Benefits Shorts($118, 732.530.3334)
While we'll never get rid of our favorite basic denim shorts, we're always on the lookout for ways to spice up the wardrobe staple. This bold pair by Charley 5.0 is perfect if you want to take a bit of a risk this season--and believe us, you should! These coral, fringed shorts have a bohemian vibe and would be a great option for a music festival or beach BBQ. Pair them with a white peasant top and moccasins for the full Southwestern effect, or with a simple white tank and sandals for the perfect casual look. However you choose to style them, we're confident that these shorts will get a lot of wear during the upcoming warm months!
6. Dior DiorSkin Nude Glow Healthy Glow Summer Powder ($42) in Sunset
Nothing says summer like luminous, sun-kissed skin, so we simply can't resist this bronzer by Dior. Since tanning the old-fashioned way invariably leads to a slew of unwanted side effects--nobody wants to think about sunburns and age-spots!--we suggest using ample amounts of sunscreen and brushing on this bronzer to help you fake an enviable just-got-back-from-vacation complexion. Additionally, we love the product's mix of earthy tones, which reminds us of a beautiful Sonoran Desert sunset--what's not to love?
7. Lucky Brand Ojai Crochet Crossbody Bag ($129)
When it comes to choosing a bag for the summer months, it just doesn't feel right to reach for anything too precious or expensive looking. (Who wants to worry about getting sand in their most prized purse?) Instead, we suggest opting for an easy, go-anywhere bag like this one by Lucky Brand. It's roomy enough to stash the essentials, like sunscreen and swimsuits, yet compact enough, so it won't weigh you down. It also has a bit of a bohemian quality, thanks to its use of crocheted natural twine and beaded leather tassels. All in all, we're mad about this bag and recommend picking one up pronto!
8. Lemlem Adama Tunic ($175)
If you plan on heading to the beach or lounging poolside this season, a great swimsuit cover-up is absolutely essential. With that said, we think this Lemlem tunic fits the bill perfectly. The handcrafted top--from supermodel Liya Kebede's line--is airy enough for those hot summer days and is guaranteed to keep you looking stylish in the heat! This versatile top will work well even if you aren't bound for ocean destinations; try teaming it with a pair of rolled-up denim shorts and espadrilles for a chic summer-in-the-city look. We're especially captivated by the gorgeous striped pattern and mix of burnt orange, azure blue, and steel gray, which gives this tunic an artsy twist.--Erin Fitzpatrick


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Olga M. Chmura
PAWTUCKET - Olga M. (Cherkes) Chmura 92, of Pawtucket and Narragansett passed away Saturday February 23, 2013 at Miriam Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late John A. Chmura Sr.
Born in Cumberland she was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Swirski) Cherkes.
Before retiring Mrs. Chmura was employed by the State of Rhode Island in the Vital Statistics Department. Prior to that she was employed as a Real Estate Broker for J.W. Riker Realty Co.
She was a member of the former St. Leo The Great Parish of Pawtucket.
She leaves her two loving sons, John A. Chmura Jr. and his wife Dawn of Seekonk, Jeffrey A. Chmura of Pawtucket, two devoted grandchildren, Kerri A. Fahey and John A. Chmura III, and two great granddaughters, Abigail and Libby Fahey. She was the sister of the late Joseph and Henry Cherkes.
Mrs. Chmuras funeral will be held Friday March 1, 2013 at 8:30 a.m. from the Karol A. Romenski & Sons Funeral Home 342 High Street Central Falls with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Joseph's Church 391 High Street Central Falls at 10:00 a.m. CALLING HOURS THURSDAY FROM 4:00 PM TO 7:00 PM.
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Whether you're remembering a vacation in Paris or looking for a sophisticated accent to a craft project, the Summer in Paris Seasonal cartridge is sure to have what you're looking for. The cartridge includes intricate images of the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, silhouettes, accessories, and more. You'll also love creating wit.....
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Part of the membership club. Did not use much of it. Would not have purchased on my own.
Jackie B. does not know what cart she is reviewing - this was a seasonal cart, not part of the Cricut Circle. Anyways, I love Summer in Paris. It has several shapes with a lacey, doily look - Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, bicycle, hot air balloon, poodle and more. For anyone who loves Paris/France, this cart is a MUST have!
Love the items to print on the cartridge. They have very intricate detail. I have a plain Cricut. I haven't had it long. I think that I cut the object too small. Maybe not the right settings either. I am still experimenting with that. I had trouble with my paper tearing while being cut. And the detail was so small that I couldn't get it all punched out. It will be beautiful if I can get mine to look like the picture. ;)I would really recommend, esp. if you are more experienced.
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Skip to comments.The Lesson of 2004
Posted on 11/10/2012 4:01:50 PM PST by ReaganÜberAlles
In many respects, the 2012 election played out as a close cousin of the 2004 contest. A vulnerable incumbent president in a bad political environment faced a weak challenger who lacked a core ideology and who articulated no clear vision for the country. In both campaigns the challenger chose to present himself as a default choice, rather than an insurgent. In both campaigns the president pursued a base-turnout strategy. And in both years the president won, by a margin of victory just around 2.4 percentage points.
Things can change quickly...and they will.
The lesson of 2012 that needs to be remembered for 2016 is do not run a loser liberal RINO for the presidency!! Ever again!!
No more Doles. No more Bush's. No more McCains. No more ROMNEYS!!
To hell with the masterminds and central planners of the good ol' boys GOP-e club. Support your local grassroots conservative tea party!!
I wouldn't assume so based on what happened subsequent to 2004. Rather, I would look at the "fundamentals" as so many analysts told us leading up to the last election.
For example, I see absolutely no indication that the GOP establishment and leadership (e.g., Boehner) has any intention to use principles to guide their actions.
And, I won't even discuss the impact of the collaborating media (relative to 2004).
The difference is Kerry came within one state and 120,000 votes of victory.
I strongly disagree with the premise that GWB lacked a core ideology and failed to present a vision for the future. He didn't deliver in his second term, but that isn't the point of this article.
GWB also won bigger over Kerry than Obama vs Romney.
GWB was not Carter or worse in his first term the way Obama was.
The 2012 and 2004 races were completely different.
GWB won by only 2.4 percentage points?? I have to look this up. I thought he did a lot better than that.
Don't be a pain...You misread the article.
The author was referring to Kerry when he said "lacking a core ideology". It couldn't have been more clear.
Also, Bush won by 2.45%. He won 286 EVs.
As much as I hate Obama...right now, with some votes still being counted, he is winning by 2.65% and he has 332 EVs.
Didn't mean to be a pain...I did misread. My apologies. I need to slow down. Obamacare will dispense with me soon since I am in the "too old to waste medicine on" age group.
Thanks for the stats on the elections. I thought GWB had done better.
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GOUVERNEUR E.J. Noble Hospital will dissolve, but its operations will continue under a new entity, Gouverneur Hospital. It will fall under the umbrella of parent corporation St. Lawrence Health System, which also will oversee Canton-Potsdam Hospital, Potsdam.
I think this is a very positive step for the region. St. Lawrence Health System will create a larger, stronger system. Its expected the state Department of Health will appreciate better planning, said Rebecca J. Faber, spokeswoman for the two hospitals. I think the people of Gouverneur will see their core services improve. The Gouverneur community will have a hospital. Thats the important thing.
E.J. Noble will file a petition soon in state Supreme Court for judicial dissolution, which would mean the sale of basically all of its assets to Gouverneur Hospital. The plan is being reviewed by the state Health Department, which is considering an establishment certificate of need application.
It provides a fresh start and clean slate, Ms. Faber said.
The change would not wipe out the hospitals debts, but it would allow for a restructuring. Along with the new beginning would come a new name.
Under the plan proposed to the state, St. Lawrence Health System will have Canton-Potsdam Hospital and Gouverneur Hospital as affiliate organizations. Each hospital will have its own board of directors with representation on the SLHS board.
The sea changes occurring in hospitals around the country require successful organizations to create new corporate structures, Canton-Potsdam board Chairwoman Margaret E. Madden said in a statement. SLHS will create a collective entity to better position us to meet the challenges of the rapidly evolving healthcare environment. Ultimately, all of our communities will be better served.
E.J. Noble has had a tumultuous year after years of financial difficulties.
The Department of Health shut down its laboratory for deficiencies Sept. 28. The closure forced the hospital to stop providing a number of services, including its emergency room, until a partial reopening of the lab under the supervision of Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown was approved in October. E.J. Noble finalized a management agreement with Canton-Potsdam Hospital in March.
The turmoil took its toll. In 2012, the hospital lost $4.5 million.
In just the first seven months of 2013, E.J. Noble has lost $3.2 million. E.J. Noble Hospital has received New York State Department of Health support since March, 2013, but that support will end in December, board Chairman Michael J. Burgess said in a statement. E.J. Noble simply doesnt have the resources to continue to operate thereafter. The conclusion is that this hospital is unsustainable in its current form. Its high time for a new beginning.
The bulk of a $9.3 million Healthcare Efficiency and Affordability Law grant arranged through the Health Department covered the hospitals losses while it worked on the restructuring plan, Ms. Faber said.
The step avoids a bankruptcy, Mr. Burgess said.
Hospitals all over the country have experienced significant financial losses, with rural hospitals being especially hard hit, he said. Couple this with wholesale changes to our health-care system and you have hospitals that are in very vulnerable positions. As a result, many small hospitals are struggling to stay viable, and consolidation is what were seeing.
The majority of services provided by E.J. Noble will be offered by Gouverneur Hospital, he said.
Changes that have been made or that are in the works include designation as a critical access hospital which will cut the number of patient beds and increase reimbursement from Medicare the return to the in-house laboratory of a number of its functions, an upgraded operating room that reopened for some procedures, and the advent of a six-provider primary care center that will be operated by Community Health Center of the North Country.
The hospital has been working diligently on quality improvement, which patients may notice, Ms. Faber said. The change in administrative oversight likely will not be apparent to most patients, she said.
The decision to seek a judicial dissolution came after an analysis by the E.J. Noble board, which had the assistance of a global turnaround and restructuring firm.
This new beginning also builds on the Gouverneur communitys reputation for resilience and innovation, Mr. Burgess said. Its a reason for great optimism about the future of health care in Gouverneur.
The financial condition of Kinney Nursing Home, which is affiliated with E.J. Noble, was not available but it typically posts an annual loss. The nursing home, under the oversight of United Helpers, has patients in nearly all of its 40 beds.
Were continuing to evaluate operations, Ms. Faber said. It remains open and operating for the foreseeable future.
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(a) Prescription of personnel standards on a merit basis
There are hereby transferred to the Office all functions, powers, and duties of—
(1) the Secretary of Agriculture under section 10(e)(2) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 of 1964 (7 U.S.C. 2019 (e)(2)); [1]
(2) the Secretary of Labor under—
(3) the Secretary of Health and Human Services under—
(4) any other department, agency, office, or officer (other than the President) under any other provision of law or regulation applicable to a program of grant-in-aid that specifically requires the establishment and maintenance of personnel standards on a merit basis with respect to the program;
insofar as the functions, powers, and duties relate to the prescription of personnel standards on a merit basis.
(b) Standards for systems of personnel administration
In accordance with regulations of the Office of Personnel Management, Federal agencies may require as a condition of participation in assistance programs, systems of personnel administration consistent with personnel standards prescribed by the Office for positions engaged in carrying out such programs. The standards shall—
(1) include the merit principles in section 4701 of this title;
(c) Powers and duties of Office
The Office shall—
(1) provide consultation and technical advice and assistance to State and local governments to aid them in complying with standards prescribed by the Office under subsection (a) of this section; and
(2) advise Federal agencies administering programs of grants or financial assistance as to the application of required personnel administration standards, and recommend and coordinate the taking of such actions by the Federal agencies as the Office considers will most effectively carry out the purpose of this subchapter.
(d) Transfer of personnel, property, records, and funds; time of transfer
So much of the personnel, property, records, and unexpended balances of appropriations, allocations, and other funds of any Federal agency employed, used, held, available, or to be made available in connection with the functions, powers, and duties vested in the Office by this section as the Director of the Management and Budget shall determine shall be transferred to the Office at such time or times as the Director shall direct.
(e) Modification or supersedure of personnel standards
Personnel standards prescribed by Federal agencies under laws and regulations referred to in subsection (a) of this section shall continue in effect until modified or superseded by standards prescribed by the Office under subsection (a) of this section.
(f) Systems of personnel administration; innovation and diversity in design, execution, and management
Any standards or regulations established pursuant to the provisions of this section shall be such as to encourage innovation and allow for diversity on the part of State and local governments in the design, execution, and management of their own individual systems of personnel administration.
(g) Interpretation of certain provisions; limitation
(1) authorize any agency or official of the Federal Government to exercise any authority, direction, or control over the selection, assignment, advancement, retention, compensation, or other personnel action with respect to any individual State or local employee;
(2) authorize the application of personnel standards on a merit basis to the teaching personnel of educational institutions or school systems;
(3) prevent participation by employees or employee organizations in the formulation of policies and procedures affecting the conditions of their employment, subject to the laws and ordinances of the State or local government concerned;
(4) require or request any State or local government employee to disclose his race, religion, or national origin, or the race, religion, or national origin, of any of his forebears;
(5) require or request any State or local government employee, or any person applying for employment as a State or local government employee, to submit to any interrogation or examination or to take any psychological test or any polygraph test which is designed to elicit from him information concerning his personal relationship with any person connected with him by blood or marriage, or concerning his religious beliefs or practices, or concerning his attitude or conduct with respect to sexual matters; or
(6) require or request any State or local government employee to participate in any way in any activities or undertakings unless such activities or undertakings are related to the performance of official duties to which he is or may be assigned or to the development of skills, knowledge, or abilities which qualify him for the performance of such duties.
(h) Grants-in-aid; abolition of certain requirements
Effective one year after October 13, 1978, all statutory personnel requirements established as a condition of the receipt of Federal grants-in-aid by State and local governments are hereby abolished, except—
(1) requirements prescribed under laws and regulations referred to in subsection (a) of this section;
(2) requirements that generally prohibit discrimination in employment or require equal employment opportunity;
[1] See References in Text note below.
Source(Pub. L. 91–648, title II, § 208,Jan. 5, 1971, 84 Stat. 1915; Pub. L. 95–454, § 602(a)(2), (3),Oct. 13, 1978, 92 Stat. 1188, 1189; 1978 Reorg. Plan No. 2, § 102, eff. Jan. 1, 1979, 43 F.R. 36037, 92 Stat. 3783; Pub. L. 96–88, title V, § 509(b),Oct. 17, 1979, 93 Stat. 695; Pub. L. 110–234, title IV, § 4002(b)(1)(C), (2)(CC),May 22, 2008, 122 Stat. 1096, 1097; Pub. L. 110–246, § 4(a), title IV, § 4002(b)(1)(C), (2)(CC),June 18, 2008, 122 Stat. 1664, 1857, 1859.)
References in Text
Section 10(e)(2) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 of 1964 (7 U.S.C. 2019 (e)(2)), referred to in subsec. (a)(1), was a reference to section 10(e)(2) of the Food Stamp Act of 1964 prior to the amendment by Pub. L. 110–246which substituted "Food and Nutrition Act of 2008" for "Food Stamp Act". See 2008 Amendment note below. Section 10 of the Food Stamp Act of 1964, which was classified to section 2019 of Title 7, Agriculture, was amended generally by Pub. L. 95–113, § 1301,Sept. 29, 1977, 91 Stat. 969, and the provisions formerly contained in section 2019 (e)(2) were covered by section 2020 (e)(6) of Title 7.
Act of June 6, 1933, as amended, referred to in subsec. (a)(2)(A), is act June 6, 1933, ch. 49, 48 Stat. 113, as amended, known as the "Wagner-Peyser Act", which is classified generally to chapter 4B (§ 49 et seq.) of Title 29, Labor. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 49 of Title 29 and Tables.
Sections 2674 (a)(6) and 2684 (a)(6) of this title, referred to in subsec. (a)(3)(A), was in the original a reference to sections 134(a)(6) and 204(a)(6) of the Mental Retardation Facilities and Community Mental Health Centers Construction Act of 1963. Section 134 of the Act was renumbered "133" and amended by Pub. L. 94–103, and is classified to section 6063 of this title. Provisions relating to personnel standards on a merit basis appeared in section 6063 (b)(7) of this title, and were subsequently deleted in a general amendment of subsec. (b). Title II of the Act was amended generally by Pub. L. 94–63, and provisions relating to personnel standards on a merit basis appeared in section 237(a)(1)(D) of the Act, which was classified to section 2689t (a)(1)(D) of this title. Section 2689t was repealed by Pub. L. 97–35, title IX, § 902(e)(2)(B),Aug. 13, 1981, 95 Stat. 560.
Section 3023 (a)(6) of this title, referred to in subsec. (a)(3)(B), was in the original a reference to section 303(a)(6) of the Older Americans Act of 1965. Section 301 ofPub. L. 93–29amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 by striking out title III and inserting in lieu thereof a new title III. Provisions relating to personnel standards on a merit basis appeared in section 305(a)(2) of the Act, which was classified to section 3025 (a)(2) of this title prior to the general revision and reorganization of title III by Pub. L. 95–478, § 103(b). Provisions similar to those comprising section 3025 of this title are contained in section 3027 of this title.
Section 246 (d) of this title, referred to in subsec. (a)(3)(C), was repealed by Pub. L. 97–35, title IX, § 902(b),Aug. 13, 1981, 95 Stat. 559.
Section 602 of this title, referred to in subsec. (a)(3)(D), was repealed and a new section 602 enacted by Pub. L. 104–193, title I, § 103(a)(1),Aug. 22, 1996, 110 Stat. 2112, and, as so enacted, no longer contains a subsec. (a)(5)(A).
Section 705 of this title, referred to in subsec. (a)(3)(D), was amended by Pub. L. 97–35, title XXI, § 2192(a),Aug. 13, 1981, 95 Stat. 822, and, as so amended, did not contain a subsec. (a). Section 705 was subsequently amended by Pub. L. 101–239, title VI, § 6503(b)(2), (4),Dec. 19, 1989, 103 Stat. 2276, which inserted a subsec. "(a)" designation at the beginning of the section and added a par. (3) to subsec. (a).
Section 1382 (a)(5)(A) of this title, referred to in subsec. (a)(3)(D), was in the original a reference to section 1602(a)(5)(A) of the Social Security Act. Title XVI of the Social Security Act (section 1381 et seq. of this title) was amended generally by Pub. L. 92–603, title III, § 301,Oct. 30, 1972, 86 Stat. 1465, and the provisions formerly contained in section 1382 of this title appeared in section 602 of the Act, which was classified to section 802 of this title, and was repealed by Pub. L. 93–647, § 3(b),Jan. 4, 1975, 88 Stat. 2349.
Pub. L. 110–234and Pub. L. 110–246made identical amendments to this section. The amendments by Pub. L. 110–234were repealed by section 4(a) ofPub. L. 110–246.
In subsec. (h)(3), "sections 3141–3144, 3146, and 3147 of title 40" substituted for "the Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 276 et seq.)", meaning 40 U.S.C. 276a et seq., on authority of Pub. L. 107–217, § 5(c),Aug. 21, 2002, 116 Stat. 1303, the first section of which enacted Title 40, Public Buildings, Property, and Works.
2008—Pub. L. 110–246, § 4002(b)(1)(C), (2)(CC), substituted "Food and Nutrition Act of 2008" for "Food Stamp Act".
1978—Subsecs. (b) to (h). Pub. L. 95–454added subsec. (b), redesignated former subsecs. (b) to (g) as (c) to (h), respectively, and in subsec. (h), as so redesignated, substituted provisions respecting abolition of certain requirements respecting grants-in-aid, for provisions setting forth effective date of this section as 60 days after Jan. 5, 1971.
Change of Name
"Secretary of Health and Human Services" substituted for "Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare" in subsec. (a)(3) pursuant to section 509(b) ofPub. L. 96–88, which is classified to section 3508 (b) of Title 20, Education.
Effective Date of 2008 Amendment
Amendment of this section and repeal of Pub. L. 110–234by Pub. L. 110–246effective May 22, 2008, the date of enactment of Pub. L. 110–234, except as otherwise provided, see section 4 ofPub. L. 110–246, set out as an Effective Date note under section 8701 of Title 7, Agriculture.
Amendment by section 4002(b)(1)(C), (2)(CC) ofPub. L. 110–246effective Oct. 1, 2008, see section 4407 ofPub. L. 110–246, set out as a note under section 1161 of Title 2, The Congress.
Effective Date of 1978 Amendment
Amendment by Pub. L. 95–454effective 90 days after Oct. 13, 1978, see section 907 ofPub. L. 95–454, set out as a note under section 1101 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees.
Transfer of Functions
"Office", meaning Office of Personnel Management, substituted for "Commission", meaning Civil Service Commission, in subsecs. (a) and (c) to (e) pursuant to Reorg. Plan No. 2 of 1978, § 102,43 F.R. 36037, 92 Stat. 3783, set out under section 1101 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees, which transferred functions vested by statute in Civil Service Commission and Chairman thereof to Director of Office of Personnel Management (except as otherwise specified), effective Jan. 1, 1979, as provided by section 1–102 of Ex. Ord. No. 12107, Dec. 28, 1978, 44 F.R. 1055, set out under section 1101 of Title 5.
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