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THE Ordinary of NEWGATE HIS ACCOUNT OF The Behaviour, Confessions, and Last Speeches of the Malefactors that were Executed at Tyburn on Wednesday the 2d of October, 1717.
AT the general Sessions held at Justice-Hall in the Old-Baily, on Wednesday the 11th, Thursday the 12th, Friday the 13th, and Saturday the 14th of September, 1717, Fifteen Persons, viz. Fourteen Men and One Woman, being found Guilty of several Capital Crimes, did accordingly receive Sentence of Death: But 9 of them, viz. the Woman and 6 of the Men, having obtain'd a gracious Reprieve (which I wish they may duly improve) 6 are now order'd for Execution.
While they lay under this melancholy State of Condemnation, I endeavour'd to make them sensible of their approaching Change, and of their great Concern therefore to make due Preparation for it, by an earnest Application to GOD the Father, through the Merits and Intercession of his Eternal Son, that He would vouchsafe to send into their Hearts the Spirit of Grace, to enlighten every dark Corner of their sinful Souls; To change their Affections from bad to good; To cleanse and purifie their polluted Consciences from the dead Works of Sin; and raise in them a perfect Abhorrence of every thing that is evil, with a sincere Love to GOD and Virtue; so that of the Slaves of the Devil, as they had made themselves by their wicked Lives, they might now become the Children of GOD, and Heirs of everlasting Salvation; and that (to speak with the Apostle to the Gentiles, Acts 26. 18.) the Lord JESUS would please to open their Eyes, and to turn them from Darkness to Light, and from the Power of Satan unto GOD, that they might receive Forgiveness of Sins, and Inheritance among them who are sanctify'd by Faith that is in Him.
These and such like Admonitions and Instructions, which I thought proper for them under their sad Circumstances, I constantly offer'd to them, and to that purpose had them brought up twice every day to the Chapel of Newgate; and there I pray'd with, and read and expounded the Word of God to them; shewing them from it, how they ought to repent of their Sins, if ever they desir'd to be pardon'd and sav'd.
On the Lord's Day the 15th of September last, I preach'd to them and others there present, both in the Morning and Afternoon, upon these Words of GOD in Ezek. 18. the latter part of the 4th Verse: - The Soul that sinneth, it shall die.
Which Words I first explain'd in general, with their Context, and then spoke in particular to these Points, resulting from them.
I. That every Man is to answer, and suffer, for his own, and not for other Men's Sins: For, says the Text, The Soul that sinneth, it shall die.
II. That the Death here meant is opposite to the Life promis'd the Penitent in the 21st and following Verses of this Chapter: And what that Death and this Life are I plainly shew'd. And then I prov'd from Scripture,
III. ult. That both of them are certain, and will be of Eternal Duration.
After I had made out these Points, I proceeded to give some Description of the two vastly different States of the other World.
1. That of the Damned in Hell, who suffer there endless and intolerable Torments.
2. That of the Blessed in Heaven, who do enjoy unspeakable Happiness to all Eternity. And then I shew'd,
3. ult. How the first of these might be avoided, and the other obtain'd.
Again, on the Lord's Day the 22d of September, I preach'd to those Condemn'd, and many other Persons there present, both in the Forenoon and Afternoon, upon the First Lesson appointed for that Morning-Service, viz. Jeremiah 5. 3. O Lord, are not thine Eyes upon the Truth? Thou hast stricken them, but they have not griev'd; Thou hast consumed them, but they have refused to receive Correction: They have made their Faces harder than a Rock; they have refused to return.
From these Words, first paraphrastically expounded, I shew'd,
I. That the great Sin, of which the Jews were guilty, and the Prophet complain'd, was their Incorrigibleness and Impenitence under GOD's Judgments.
II. That as it was with that People, so it is with other harden'd and obstinate Offenders, who by their heinous and provoking Sins bring all manner of Calamities and Disasters upon themselves in this World, and run the great Hazard of being everlastingly miserable in the World to come.
III. That when GOD is pleas'd to visit Sinners with his Judgments, while on this side of the Grave, He does it not for their utter Destruction, but for their Reformation and Salvation.
IV. That they who refuse to receive Correction and to return; who, instead of being soften'd by, are rather harden'd under, GOD's Correcting Hand, must not expect to escape the Divine Vengeance; for it will at last most certainly overtake them; and the slower it is in coming, the closer and heavier (when once come) will it sit upon them.
V. That when Sin is universal (found not only among those that are most ignorant, but among them also who understand better things;) 'tis a mighty Aggravation of it, and an high Provocation against the MAJESTY OF HEAVEN.
VI. ult. That whosoever is concern'd for his Soul, and will prevent his final Ruin, and the Dreadfulness of the Judgment to come, must take due and timely Care to repent of all his Sins, that so he may avoid Everlasting Punishment, and obtain Eternal Happiness, through the prevailing Merits and Intercession of the True Lover and Saviour of all Men.
And on the last Lord's Day, the 29th of September, in the Morning, I preach'd to them again, and had both then and in the Afternoon, a great Congregation: And my Text was Joh. 5. 22. - The Father judgeth no Man, but hath committed all Judgment unto the Son.
From which Words, first explain'd in general, I shew'd these Four Things in particular, viz.
I. That the Original Right of Judging the World belongs to GOD, and to none but GOD.
II. That the Person who shall sit as Judge, and pass Sentence upon Men at the last Day, is the Son of Man, viz. the LORD JESUS CHRIST, who also is the Son of GOD, and by his Godhead is Co-equal and Coeternal with the Father.
III. Why GOD the Father has committed this Power and Authority of Judging the World unto His Son.
IV. & lastly, How, and in what Sense, we must understand those other Texts of Scripture, which tell us, That the Saints in general, and the Twelve Apostles in particular, shall Judge.
Upon these I enlarg'd:
And in the Afternoon I preach'd my last Sermon to them, on Eccl. 9. 10. Whatsoever thy Hand findeth to do, do it with all thy Might; for there is no Work, nor Device, nor Knowledg, nor Wisdom in the Grave, whither thou goest.
These Words I first open'd, and then treated of these several Points arising from them, viz.
I. The Shortness of this Mortal Life, and the various Troubles attending it.
II. The great Work we have to do within this little time, and that (chiefly) is, To cast off our Sins; To amend our Lives, and bring forth Fruits meet for Repentance, in order to secure our Everlasting Happiness.
III. ult. The Eternity of the Future State which is to follow immediately after this; and in which Men must be unspeakably miserable, who will take no care, while they live here, to work out their own Salvation with fear and trembling, as the Apostle teaches us to do, Phil. 2. 12.
On all those Heads I largely and severally discours'd, and concluded every one of my Sermons on this melancholy Occasion with a particular and suitable Application to the Persons under Sentence of Death; whom I earnestly exhorted to Repentance, laying Precept upon Precept, and Line upon Line, as says the Prophet Isai. 28. 10. and giving them proper Directions How they might make their Peace with GOD before they went out of this World, and were to be seen in it no more.
In my private Examinations of them, they gave me the respective Accounts of themselves, which follow.
1. Charles Powell, condemn'd for stealing 108 Guinea's, 2 double Doubloons, 1 Moidore, and other pieces of Gold, amounting together to 124 l. 10 s. from Mr. Joseph Dickenson, lodging at the Dolphin-Inn without Bishopsgate, on the 22d of August last. He said, he was 40 Years of age, born at Dean-Forest in Gloucestershire, and brought up in the Town of Monmouth till about 20 Years of age: That he learnt the Art of Perriwig-making , and had ever since follow'd it, dealt in Hair , and now and then traded in Hay , when he found it advantageous: That for the most part of these last 20 Years he had liv'd in the Parish of St. James Westminster, in good Repute; having (as he would have me believe) always behav'd himself as an honest Man ought to do. He deny'd the Fact he stood condemn'd for; but when I press'd him more to a Confession of it, he seem'd to be very uneasie, and industriously endeavour'd to elude the Question, and excuse himself from a positive Answer to it, which I requir'd. I did likewise (as diverse Persons desir'd me) put these several Questions to him, viz. Whether he had not made it his Practice, for these many Years past, to go and lodge in Inns (both in London and Country) and there, as Opportunity serv'd, rob Travellers, taking their Money, &c. out of their Breeches-pockets, being under their Heads, while asleep in Bed? And particularly, Whether (at a certain time, when the Fair was at Bristol) he did not go several Nights to lodge at several Inns there, and steal in this manner about 200 l. from People that lodg'd there? Again; Whether he was not once (namely, about five Years ago) Try'd for such a Fact, and for want of sufficient Evidence acquitted, at the Assizes held at Aylesbury? And likewise, Whether he did not, in the beginning of September 1716, steal out of a Gentleman's Pocket, when in Bed at the Saracen's-Head Inn in Friday-street, London, a GoldWatch, a Steel-Seal with a Coat of Arms engrav'd on it, a Silver-hilted Sword, and some odd Pieces both of Gold and Silver, and so went away in a great hurry, as he did when taken in the Robbery for which he stood now condemn'd? To all these Questions, which I put severally to him, he answer'd, I know nothing of the Matter, saving that of my being clear'd upon my Tryal at Aylesbury. But as this Answer did not satisfie me, so I adjur'd him, upon his Eternal Salvation, to declare sincerely, whether or no he had been guilty of, or any ways concern'd in those Facts I had now mention'd to him: Upon which he made a stand, but at last said, Alas! I know the World does lay all such Robberies upon me, that have been committed in England these 20 Years past. But said I to him, Pray Sir, give me a more positive Answer: I now ask you again, Whether you know any thing of those Facts I have here mention'd to you? Answer me Yea or No. When he found I press'd him so close, he begun a long Harangue on his former Life and Conversation, how he had liv'd, what Employment he had follow'd &c. but not a Word in relation to these or other ill Facts. This was all I could at present get from him.
2. George Hutchenson, condemn'd for two Facts, viz. 1st, For privately stealing 2 Cloth-Coats and a Cloth-Wastecoat, a pair of Breeches, 3 Yards of Cloth, and other Goods, out of the House of Mr. William Yerbury in London, on the 30th of August last; and 2dly, For stealing out of the same Person's House at Hampstead a Perriwig, value 6 l. He said, he was 28 Years of age, born at Castleton in Derbyshire: That he was brought up to no Trade, but for the most part of his Life had been a Servant in honourable Families, and was for 16 Years past in the House of a Noble Duke, looking after his Horses , and afterwards his riding Postilion , having serv'd His Grace in that Capacity about 4 Years: That after he had left that Service, he was taken by a Gentleman to be his Coachman ; whom (and others he had liv'd with before) he serv'd very faithfully, never wronging them in any thing. He confess'd the two Facts he stood condemn'd for, both of which he said he committed within the space of an Hour or two, and were his first. He own'd also, that he had been much addicted to Drinking and Swearing; for which and all other his Sins he begg'd Pardon both of GOD and Man.
3. William Smith, condemn'd for a Burglary by him committed in the House of Mr. John Knight, taking thence 2 Copper-pots, 12 Pewter-Dhes, and other Goods, together with his License for selling Drink &c. on the 13th of August last. He said, he was 25 Years of age, born at Berrow in Norfolk: That he was bound Apprentice to a Tailor in the Country: That when he had serv'd about 5 Years, his Master broke, and came and brought him along with him up to London, where he turn'd him over to another Tailor: That after he had liv'd about 2 Years with this last Master, he wrought Journey work , and continued so to do till bad Company took him off from his lawful Imployment, and brought him into an ill Course of Life, as Drinking, Swearing, Whoring Prophaning the Lord's Day, Stealing, Pilfering, & c. He own'd particularly, That he stole a Silver-Tankard out of the House of Mr. Moor, on the 27th of March 1716, and receiv'd Sentence of Death for it at Justice-Hall in the Old-baily, on the 13th of April following, but was afterwards Repriev'd and Pardon'd. And he further told me, (and on my looking over my Notes I found) That John Hamson, who had been concern'd with him in that Fact, was Executed for it on the 25th of the said April. Upon my asking him what other ill Facts he had committed, he said he could not remember any, and also deny'd his being Guilty of the Fact he now stood condemn'd for. But this I must say for him, That he seem'd, all the while he was under this Condemnation, to be very devout.
4. John Mash, condemn'd for Assaulting and Robbing, on the King's Highway, Mr. William Baker, taking from him a Silver-Watch, value 4 l. and a Hat, value 8 s. on the 16th of August last. He said, he was 25 Years of age, born at Huntington, where he was brought up in his Father's House till about 8 Years old: That then he went to live with a Friend at Peterborough, and afterwards came up to London: That he was bound Apprentice to a Silk-weaver in Spittlefields, and serv'd 7 Years with him: That when his Time of Servitude was expir'd, he wrought Journey work , and never did an ill thing (as he said at first) before this Fact for which he was condemn'd. But upon my further Examination of him, he confess'd that he was once burnt in the Hand for a Felony; and, That about Three Years ago (he could not remember the precise time) He, and another, together with Francis Martin, alias Cushaw (who was afterwards Executed for stealing a Silk-Gown, and other Goods, out of Esq; Hillersden's House) observing some Persons were carrying a Portmantua, out of a Coach, into a Bookseller's Shop in St. Paul's Church-yard, (being then Candle-light) went to that Shop, pretending they came to buy some Books: But in truth, their Intent was to take and steal away that Portmantua; which they effectually did, and made their Escape. And he further own'd, That he had committed some other (small) Facts, which he was never prosecuted for: That he had much neglected the Service, and broke the Commandments of GOD; That he had been a great Drinker, Swearer, Whoremonger, &c. and now perceiv'd that these Sins were the beginning of his Ruin. Of this I endeavour'd to make him truly sensible, representing to him how heinous those filthy Sins were in the Sight of GOD, and how he ought to repent of 'em; whereupon he seem'd to be very sorry that he had so grievously offended a Good and Gracious GOD, whose Mercy and Pardon he implor'd, through the Merits of Christ; and pray'd also, that all the Persons he had injur'd would be pleas'd to forgive him, who humbly acknowledg'd his Faults, but could not repair them.
5. John Dickenson, condemn'd for Assaulting and Robbing, on the Highway, Mrs. Isabella Wilson, taking from her a Gown and Petticoat, value 20 s. He said, he was 20 Years of age, born in the Parish of St. Martin in the Fields: That his Parents dying when he was but 8 Years old, the Parish took care of his Bringing-up, and bound him Apprentice to a Fisher-man ; with whom he had not been above 3 Weeks before he ran away, as liking neither his Master nor the Trade; so that he growing up, and being without any Employment, by which he might get an honest Livelihood, betook himself to selling Fruit, Fish, &c. about the Streets . That finding this to be a poor way of Living, he was easily induc'd (by bad Company) to the wicked Trade of Pilfering and Stealing: That this soon brought him to Justice, and he was
twice whip'd for small Felonies, yet not reform'd by such Chastisements, for he came at last to advance his Guilt and Punishment by this Fact, which he own'd he was justly condemn'd for. He also confess'd (but with some difficulty) that he had formerly been concern'd with other wicked Men, in breaking of Houses, &c. but would not be perswaded to give me any particular Account of them. He was a poor ignorant Youth, who knew little or nothing of Religion.
6. William Rose, condemn'd for a Burglary by him committed in the House of Mr. William Towers, stealing thence 4 dozen pair of Stockings, value 6 l. He said, he was 19 Years of age, born in Rider's Court in the Parish of St. Ann Westminster: That he was brought up to no Trade, only helpt his Mother in making and baking Cakes , which he carry'd about in a Barrow, and sometimes Fruit, that he sold to Children and others in the Streets . Upon my asking him, Whether he did not use Dice, and so encourage Youths to throw instead of going to School? He could not deny but that he had often so done, but took no Money of them, only for his Goods. However, I made him sensible at last, that this was an idle way for him to get a Livelihood by, and an Introduction to many Vices, as himself did now find by his woful Experience; who confess'd, That if he had follow'd a better Occupation, he might not have been induc'd to the Commission of the Fact he stood condemn'd for, and of which, and other his Sins, he said he heartily repented. I desir'd him to tell me what other ill Facts he had been concern'd in: Whereupon he said, That he cou'd particularly remember but these three, viz. That once he committed a Felony, and was burnt in the Hand for it; and, That about 2 Years ago (in Winter) he, with two others, broke a House in Leicester-street, and took thence a Gown and Petticoat, and 4 Gold-Rings; and, That his wicked Companions choused him of his Share in the Booty. And again, about the same time, when it was a hard Frost, he, with one of his said Companions, and a third Person, went to an empty House (as he call'd it) near the Bowling-Green in Clerkenwell, and took out of it 6 pair of Sheets, which one of his Accomplices dispos'd of, but did not give him a faithful Account of what he receiv'd for them; so that he suffer'd some Loss by this also. Upon which I observ'd to him, that his greatest Loss was that of Honesty, and his Life in this World, and of putting himself in Danger (unless he repented) to lose GOD's Favour, and perish for ever in the Next. He seem'd to be attentive to what I said, and express'd great Sorrow for his having been so wicked, and pray'd GOD and Man to forgive him.
At the Place of Execution, to which they were this Day carried, in 2 Carts, from Newgate, I attended them for the last time, and gave 'em such Exhortations as were most proper on this sad Occasion. I pray'd and sung some Penitential Psalms with them: I made them rehearse the Apostles Creed, and then wish'd them that Forgiveness of Sins, and that Resurrection and Eternal Life which they had now made Profession to believe. When I had done, and finally recommended their Souls to GOD, I retir'd from them. Then the Cart drew away, and they were turn'd off, each of 'em calling all the while upon GOD in these and the like Ejaculations: Lord, have Mercy upon me! Lord, open thy Kingdom of Heaven unto me! Lord, forgive me, who have been a great Sinner! Lord Jesus, I come, I come, receive me! O Lord, receive my Spirit! &c.
This is all the Account here to be given of these Dying Persons, by me
Wednesday Octob. 2d 1717.
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March 12, 2014
The No. 12 seed East Carolina faces fifth-seeded and tournament host UTEP in the second round of the 2014 Conference USA Championship Wednesday at 6 p.m. MDT at the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas. This is the second consecutive season in which the Pirates are facing the host team during the tournament. Lat season. ECU faced Tulsa in the quarterfinals at the the BOK Center in Tulsa, Okla.
The winner advances to take on No. 4 seed Southern Miss on Thursday at 6 p.m. MDT.
The Pirates lost to UTEP, 58-47, earlier this in Greenville, N.C. ECU senior Akeem Richmond paced the Pirates with 20 points, making 6-of-10 3s. Paris Roberts-Campbell added 12 points in the loss.
East Carolina is competing in its final Conference USA Championship. The Pirates are 4-10 all-time in the tournament. All four of those wins have come in the last four years under coach Jeff Lebo.
ECU's best tournament run came three years ago at the Don Haskins Arena in El Paso. As the No. 8 seed, ECU defeated ninth-seeded UCF in the first round and followed that by knocking out top-seeded UAB in the quarterfinals. The run ended the next night against Memphis in the semifinals.
The Pirates are 3-0 in "First Round" C-USA tournament games under coach Jeff Lebo. ECU defeated UCF in the first round in 2011, Rice in 2012 and UTSA this year. Last year, after receiving a first round bye, the Pirates fell to Tulsa in the quarterfinals.
Scoring: While the Pirates have a better overall scoring average, UTEP (69.2) averaged 6.4 more points per C-USA game than ECU (62.8). The Miners surrendered just 61.3 ppg during league play, while ECU allowed its opponents to score an average of 67.4 ppg.
Field Goal Percentage: UTEP had the best shooting team and best field goal percent defensive team in the conference, both overall and league games only. ECU ranked in the bottom fourth in field goal percent defense, both overall and in C-USA play.
3-Point Shooting: The Pirates have the top 3-point shooting team in the league at 36.9 percent, while the Miners rank first in 3-point field goal percent defense at 28.8 percent. ECU averages 8.5 3s per game compared to 4.5 by UTEP.
Free Throws: East Carolina and UTEP are among the top free throw shooting teams in C-USA. The Pirates lead the league at 71.4 percent with UTEP shooting 68.6 percent, fifth-best in the league.
Rebounding: UTEP out-rebounded its C-USA opponents by 2.8, while the Pirates were out-rebounded by an average of 5.6 per game. The Miners won the battle of the boards 42-17 in the first meeting between the two this season. UTEP grabbed 16 offensive rebounds leading to 22 points.
Assure the Pirates of their second consecutive winning season and give ECU its seventh 18-win season in school history. The Pirates haven't had consecutive non-losing seasons since having four straight winning seasons from 1994-97.
Put East Carolina into the C-USA quarterfinals for the fourth consecutive season and mark just the second time that ECU has won two games at the C-USA Championship tournament.
Be the Pirates' first over UTEP at the Don Haskins Center and snap a three-game losing streak to the Miners.
Senior Akeem Richmond is four 3-pointers shy of moving into sole possession of seventh place on the NCAA Division I Career 3-point field goals made list. He's currently tied for ninth with 411. He is two back of Virginia's Curtis Staples for eighth and three behind Davidson's Stephen Curry.
With 150 made 3s this season, Richmond is 12 shy of Curry's single-season record of 162 set during the 2007-08 season.
Paris Roberts-Campbell is three assists away from joining Prince Williams as the only pair of players to distribute 100 assists in the same season. Williams leads the team with 115 this year.
East Carolina is two 3-pointers shy of setting a new team record for 3s in a season. The record of 274 was established last season. ECU has made 273 this year entering the UTEP game.


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2015 (Sophomore)Returned as one of the primary offensive weapons for the Crimson Tide … finished the campaign ranked among team leaders in several offensive categories, including tied for first in game-winning goals (2) … was second on the team in points (6), goals (3) and shots on goal (15) … ranked third on the team in shots (26) … started nine of her 14 appearances on the year for Alabama … scored the game-winning goal in the 1-0 double-overtime victory at Georgia (Oct. 16) and also collected a team-high three shots on frame … that victory secured Alabama's first road win of the campaign and the first road win of the Wes Hart era … scored the game-winning goal and took a game-high four shots in the 1-0 shutout victory against Southern Miss (Sept. 13) … converted a penalty kick in the match at Ole Miss (Sept. 25) … took a season-high eight shots in the 2-0 victory against Jacksonville State (Sept. 20) … her deflected shot led to Molly Moroney scoring her first career goal in the match against Tennessee (Oct. 11).
2014 (Freshman)A true freshman, she immediately established herself as a constant presence on the offensive side of the ball ... she started 15 games and played in all 20 on the season ... accumulated 12 points, fourth-most on the team, thanks to four goals and four assists ... her four goals tied her for third on the team and her four assists ranked fourth for Alabama ... produced 50 shots to rank second on the team in that category, just five short of the team lead ... tied for the team lead in shots on goal with 25 ... scored her first career goal and recorded her first assist in the season opening 5-1 win over Kennesaw State on Aug. 22 ... headed in the Tide's first goal in a 2-0 win Jacksonville State ... down a goal with less than two minutes to play, Clarida placed the game-tying goal to send the match at LSU into overtime ... in overtime, the Tide scored a quick goal to earn the victory in the Tide's first nationally-televised game of the season ... provided the insurance goal in a 2-0 win over then-No. 22 Georgia on Oct. 24 to help Alabama clinch its spot in the SEC Tournament.
High School and Personal DataEnrolled at Alabama in the Spring of 2014 and participated in the Tide's spring season ... attended Lockport Town High School where she helped lead her team to the 2013 conference championship ... selected as team captain and led her team in scoring each of her four seasons ... named to the Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association All-State Team in 2013, as well as being named as an NSCAA All-Midwest Region performer ...graduated in the top six-percent of her class and helping her team earn the NSCAA Team Academic Award, from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America ... played club soccer for head coach Sena Halilovic with Chicago International ... led club team to the 2012 Midwest Regional League Championships, as well as an appearance at the 2013 Illinois State Semifinals ... the daughter of Bob and Cari Clarida ... plans to major in public relations.


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On Wednesday, November 7, the Salvation Army will hold a 1/2 price shoe sale and clothing sale. Then on Thursday, Friday and Saturday all shoes will be 99 cents.
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More than four decades after two teenage girls went missing in South Dakota, officials have finally solved the mystery.
Cheryl Miller and Pamella Jackson, both 17, disappeared on May 29, 1971, while on their way to a party.
Officials now say they died after driving into a creek near Elk Point, a small town in South Dakota.
Their car, a 1960 Studebaker, had been hidden for almost 43 years in the creek and finally resurfaced because of a drought.
The vehicle was found last September but the results of the forensic testing of the skeletal remains were only announced this week.
The investigators showed dozens of photographs of well-preserved clothing, Miss Miller's purse and even her driver's license complete with a photograph.
Those personal items and DNA were used to identify the girls, Attorney General Marty Jackley said.
"It's consistent with a car accident," he said.
"To start with, the forensic pathology and anthropology reports indicate there's no type of injury that would be consistent with or caused by foul play or inappropriate conduct."
Following the girls' disappearance, family members, law enforcement and others searched the area countless times without luck.
Miss Jackson's father, Oscar, died on September 18, just five days before the car was found.
The girls' remains will be returned to family members for burial.
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LOS ANGELES, CA-Nov. 30, 2010--Plug In America today releases "Hype," the third of its seven educational Public Service Announcements (PSAs), this one starring Fabio. Plug In America's first two PSAs have been snatched up by Hulu, where they're running now, and are hitting the television airwaves during such programs as "EnergyNOW!" a weekly news-magazine shown on a Washington D.C. ABC affiliate.
Why Fabio for PSA number three?
"We needed someone who was the epitome of handsome, manly and suave," says actress and Plug In America founding board member Alexandra Paul, who spearheaded and produced the spots. "George Clooney is an EV owner, but was working when we filmedt. Fabio happens to own a lot of fast cars and motorcycles and was very impressed with the high performance of the Tesla in which he was driven to the set. And yes, he still has that magnetism. I cannot explain it, but the man's still got it."
The seven PSAs, each between 30 and 45 seconds, were written and produced by a professional cast and crew of 60, many of whom have driven EVs for up to nine years. They donated their time to Plug In America, the nonprofit organization leading the nation's plug-in vehicle movement. Another new spot will be released roughly every three weeks through February. Click here to see the first spot, "Cell Phone," and here to see the second, "Ocean Crude." These and "Hype" are also viewable on Plug In America's website. Their embed codes are below. Click here to view "The Making of Plug In America's PSAs," a 27-minute video.
The PSA's spoof Apple's "Mac vs. PC" ads, replacing Macs with Electric Vehicles (EVs) and PCs with gas cars. Driving home the superiority of plug-ins, they address topics such as the true cost of gasoline, the endless maintenance of gas cars, the ease of plugging in to charge, oil spills and range anxiety.
"The PSAs are designed to engage viewers through humor, then educate them about the benefits of plug-in vehicles," said Paul, a long-time environmental activist also known for her work on TV's "Baywatch."
The spots all link to Plug In America's recently updated website (details here), which includes pages tracking global production and delivery of plug-in vehicles and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and chargers, state and federal purchasing incentives, common plug-in vehicle myths and congressional support for plug-ins.
Actors featured in the spots, which were shot in Santa Monica, CA earlier this year, include Stephen Zimpel, appearing as "Electric," and Marvin Campbell, appearing as "Gas." Campbell has driven a Toyota RAV4 EV for years and owns two of them. The PSAs were directed by Eric Swenson, a visual effects supervisor and Tesla owner; written by Swenson and fellow Plug In America executive committee member Jeff U'Ren, an Emmy Award-winning editor and former GM EV1 driver; and edited by U'Ren.
In a matter of days, Plug In America raised thousands of dollars from its members and supporters around the globe to pay the hard costs of production.
"We're at a historic turning point with the imminent delivery of the cleanest-running vehicles ever manufactured," said Plug In America President Dan Davids. "Our most important job now is to educate consumers about their value. Our goal is rapid mass adoption."
Others who volunteered their talents to produce the PSAs include Peter Krajewski, director of photography; Steven Latham, producer; Leslie Wilson, assistant director/line producer; Cambria Hankin, casting director; and actors Colette Divine and J. Karen Thomas, both of whom appeared in "Who Killed the Electric Car?" They have driven a Toyota RAV4 EV for more than five years.
About Plug In America: Plug In America is leading the nation's plug-in vehicle movement. The nonprofit organization works to accelerate the shift to plug-in vehicles powered by clean, affordable, domestic electricity to reduce our nation's dependence on petroleum and improve the global environment. For more information: http://www.pluginamerica.org
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Prolific and imaginative author Jake Needham has gained a following with popular crime thrillers set in Asia such as his breakout novel The Big Mango. In my Interview with Jake March 24, 2014, he discussed his writing process and provided insight for many of his books including the highly praised series The Jack Shepherd International Crime Novels.
Interview with Jake Needham
Q: You have written a number of crime thrillers. What appeals to you the most about that particular genre?
A: Have you ever heard it said that a writer is someone who, when he goes looking for something he wants to read and is unable to find it, sits down and writes it instead? I read mostly crime and spy fiction so that's what I write. I read crime and spy fiction, I suppose, for the same reason most people read whatever sort of books they do. In some way, those kind of stories connect to my personal view of the world. Perhaps, now that I think about it, that doesn't speak so well for me, does it?
Q: Which of your series did you enjoy working on the most The Jack Shepherd International Crime Novels or The Inspector Samuel Tay Crime Novels?
A: After THE BIG MANGO became a sort of cult novel among expatriates in Asia, I came up with the Jack Shepherd character because I wanted to try telling a story in the first person and figured you had to have a strong central character to pull that off. That book was LAUNDRY MAN and I wrote it without the slightest thought that it would become a series. Jack Shepherd just sort of grew from there, and LAUNDRY MAN seemed to lead naturally to KILLING PLATO, A WORLD OF TROUBLE, and THE KING OF MACAU.
The Inspector Tay character came about because I wanted to do a series set in Singapore. Singapore is a wonderful urban setting with a secretive, often repressive, and sometimes downright scary government, an ideal place to set great crime novels, and Shepherd just isn't the right character for those stories since he's an American. Those books needed a Singaporean at their core so I came up with Inspector Samuel Tay, a Singaporean CID cop who isn't all that wild about being either a cop or a Singaporean. The first Sam Tay book was THE AMBASSADOR'S WIFE, and that one made Sam so many fans that THE UMBRELLA MAN soon followed. The third Sam Tay book, THE DEAD AMERICAN, will be out in September.
Over the years, I've discovered that the two series have different fans. The Tay series seems to attract a larger proportion of female readers, where the Shepherd series attracts a larger proportion of male readers. The interesting thing is that more and more people who like one series have decided to read the other series as well. That's one really nice result of writing two different series, although it certainly wasn't something that was at all studied on my part.
But which series do I like writing more? Whichever one I'm working on at the moment…
Q: Who are some of the authors who have inspired you the most?
A: I've always thought I really ought to come up with some sort of uplifting answer to give whenever I'm asked that, something that makes me sound appropriately thoughtful and intellectual, but I've never gotten around to it. I suppose the simple truth is every author I've ever read has influenced me to some degree. I see ways others tell stories that I like and I think about doing something similar myself, and I see ways others have told stories that I don't like and I swear never to do it that way.
Q: Do you usually identify with your protagonists to a large extent?
A: Why is it readers always ask writers if the heroes of their books aren't really based on them? Nobody ever asks us if our villains aren't really extensions of ourselves. I've been waiting for twenty years for someone to ask me that.
Q: Do you struggle with making your work commercially viable and expressing yourself artistically at the same time?
A: I do what I do, and I do it as well as I can. I've never spent a single moment of my life wondering what the marketplace will think of it. Please understand that's not bravado. It's just the only way I know how to write.
Q: Crime thrillers are very popular. What sets your books apart from the pack?
A: My books are well known for being drawn from real events, some of which I was involved in personally and some of which I've just watched. CNN said my books have a "ripped from the headlines" feel, and The Wall Street Journal said that "much of the fun in reading Needham's books is trying to decide how much of what is in them is based on fact and how much is the product of the author's imagination."
THE BIG MANGO was based on the disappearance of huge amounts of money and gold when Saigon fell to the invading North Vietnamese in 1975. LAUNDRY MAN drew on the collapse of the Bank of Credit and Commerce in the 90's, a bizarre Middle Eastern bank that was also known as the Bank of Crooks and Criminals. A WORLD OF TROUBLE grew out of a military coup in Thailand that drove a popular prime minister into exile in Dubai and led to upheaval in the streets there. And so on.
I tell a story in the foreword to A WORLD OF TROUBLE about a retired intelligence officer who tried to get me to admit to him how I had found out about a secret operation that turned up in one of my books. I told him that I hadn't found out about anything. I had simply made up the events that he was talking about. I don't think he believed me.
That's the thing about writing crime and spy thrillers set in Asia. You can't make anything up. Whatever you think you made up, one of these days someone will come up to you and tell you it really happened. Or maybe that it's about to happen.
Q: What is the single most important thing you would like potential readers to know about your books?
A: A WORLD OF TROUBLE tracked so close to some events about which there is considerable sensitivity in Thailand that I was publicly accused of trying to get around Thailand's sometimes draconian censorship by claiming that real events were only fiction.
I make this stuff up, folks. I really do. It's fiction, even if real people, places, and things appear in it.
Q: How structured are you in your writing regime? Do you follow a strict schedule or do you just write when inspiration strikes?
A: I'm an office-hours kind of guy. I go to work in the morning, break for a quick lunch, and then knock off around dinner. I don't work at night or on Sundays. To be honest, with you, I think that's pretty much the way all professional writers work. You don't sit around waiting for inspiration. You show up every single day and you do your job.
Q: What do you hope to accomplish as an author?
A: I've accomplished it.
Over the years, I've built up a very substantial and incredibly loyal readership. I constantly get emails and tweets and Facebook messages from people telling me how much they are looking forward to my next book and nudging me to get it out a little sooner than announced.
I think having an audience and knowing you are valued by that audience is the highest accomplishment any writer can achieve. If knowing that people are out there waiting for your next book isn't success for a writer, I haven't a clue what is.
Q: If The Jack Shepherd series made it to the big screen, who you would like to see in the leading role?
A: Honestly? I don't care. If somebody buys the film rights to one of my books, I'll cash the check and then I'll show up to see the movie should it ever actually get made. But that's the extent of my interest.
THE BIG MANGO was under option to three different production houses for eight or nine years. It was almost Jim Gandolfini's first film after 'The Sopranos' ended, then it was almost Tom Cruise's next film after the first (or was it the second?) 'Mission Impossible.' And then it was nothing and I got the rights back. That's the way almost every book deal ever made in Hollywood has gone. Unless you really need the money, no real novelist ever gives much thought to whether his books will get turned into movies by someone else.
Q: Your plotlines are very imaginative and often complex. Does it take long for you to develop these scenarios or is it a relatively easy process?
A: That's a nice compliment, but I really have no idea how to respond to your question. I just start writing, usually with a specific scene in mind, and keep going from there until I come to the end of the story. I've tried to outline books before I write them, honest, but it never works out for me. I suppose I still have the soul of a screenwriter, which is how I earned my living for a decade or so. I think up what I figure is a good scene to open with, then I think up a scene to follow that, and another scene to follow that, and so on and so forth. That's the only way it works for me.
Q: What are your future writing plans?
A: The fourth book in the Jack Shepherd series, THE KING OF MACAU, was just published this month and now I'm working on the third book in the Inspector Tay series. It's called THE DEAD AMERICAN, and it's scheduled for publication in late summer 2014.
And after that? I haven't a clue…
For More information on Jake Needham and his books please visit http://www.JakeNeedham.com


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LG have released their quarterly and year-end earnings, and we're seeing the South Korean electronics giant post a net profit of $80.75 million. Revenues overall saw a decline of 6% from last year, but operating profit soared from $342.06 million for 2011, to $1.01 billion last year.
LG's TV division saw record sales and a full-year profit of over $480 million, while their cellphone division revenue for Q4 was the highest throughout 2012, where they shipped 8.6 million smartphones.
I'm sure that can be contributed toward the Optimus G and Nexus 4 handsets, which are both stellar devices.


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BOWLING GREEN, Ky (WBKO) -- Students at Warren Central High School were given the chance to put their professional skills to use today.
The school's Youth Service Center hosted its second annual job fair, allowing more than thirty employers to review resumes and cover letters.
The goal is to lead students to part time and summer employment.
Sonic, Beech Bend Park, The Bowling Green Hot Rods and Meijer are a few of the businesses who interacted with students about earning a job.
"We have students that come in with their resumes. We have a handful of resumes over here. They're asking good solid questions. I think it's really beneficial for them and they are coming prepared," said Chris Kummer, Warren County Parks and Recreation.
Military recruitment officers were also on site, allowing students to participate in hands on activities.


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For several months now, the Oregon softball team has been on the "Road to OKC," metaphorically speaking. On Tuesday, the Ducks made their dream a reality.
At about 11:30 a.m., a bus carrying UO coach Mike White and his team pulled away from the Oregon athletics complex. The Ducks caught a charter flight out of Eugene an hour or so later, and were scheduled to arrive in Oklahoma City for this week's Women's College World Series around three hours after that.
Excitement among the players was tangible as they boarded the bus. They'd like to be gone for more than a week, with the top-seeded Ducks set to open WCWS play Thursday against No. 8 Florida State, beginning an odyssey they hope to continue through the three-game championship series that starts Monday.
"You definitely want to enjoy it, but you also want to go out with a bang," sophomore pitcher Cheridan Hawkins said. "Finding that balance is super important, and hopefully we'll be able to do that."
The Ducks were scheduled to attend a banquet Tuesday evening, at which the national player of the year will be announced. Wednesday's schedule includes several media obligations bracketing two hours of practice, one of which will be held at ASA Hall of Fame Stadium, the game site.
"It's just fun," White said. "It's really exciting to see your name on the banner. You're one of the eight participants in the College World Series. It's probably something they've dreamed about as little girls.
"(But) hopefully we can take this in stride, go down there and play our game."
The Ducks are making their second WCWS trip in three years, after being eliminated in three games in 2012. Oregon lost to Pac-12 foe Arizona State, 3-1, before winning an elimination game over Tennessee, 3-1. Another Pac-12 rival, California then sent the Ducks home, 6-3.
This time around, Oregon is the only conference representative. Arizona, Washington and UCLA all were eliminated in the Super Regional round.
"We want to carry the flag for the Pac-12," White said.
Several current Ducks got invaluable experience in Oklahoma City two years ago. Senior outfielder Alexa Peterson had a hit in all three games, and junior outfielder Janie Takeda also started all three. Kailee Cuico had a pair of hits in the win over Tennessee.
Senior third baseman Courtney Ceo said the upperclassmen on this year's team have been preparing younger players for what this week will hold.
"We can tell them what to expect, and the feelings they're going to have – how to overcome those feelings of nervousness," Ceo said. "It's an advantage that we have people who can relay that information."
Ceo wasn't able to play two years ago, while recovering from a knee injury. Thus, Oregon's leading hitter is eager to make her mark this time around.
"I can't wait to get on the field, and take it as if it's any other game," Ceo said. "I'm just excited to play in front of the fans and my family and all that."
As a sophomore, Hawkins wasn't on the 2012 team. But she has played in Oklahoma City, with a USA Softball national team.
"I think it's going to be a fun environment," Hawkins said. "Big crowd, that's going to be awesome."
That fun, awesome environment awaits the Ducks at the end of their "Road to OKC," which they paved with a 54-win season this spring before completing the journey Tuesday.


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Thanks a lot Paul! :-)
You have got my vote Lon, all the best. Paul
Okay fellow songwriters... I entered a songwriting contest with my song "Bernice" and if you like it I'm not too proud to ask for you to go to the link and vote for me.
I'm in 5th place at the moment so just scroll down till you see "Lon Milo DuQuette" . You can listen to "Bernice" and even watch a video of it... but please, if you like it, cast your vote for me. Thanks :-)
With all the excitement about The Great Gatsby thought I might get your feedback on my new song, Bernice.
Hello everyone, my name is Patrick Dodd. I am a social justice songwriter. I have loads of stuff up at my website and I will submit some to the group for comment as soon as I get up to speed on the thread. Glad you all are here.
Since you would be a professional song writer I would charge a minimum $200.00-$300.00. Be sure to retain your rights to the song. Have him sign a agreement that you retain rights to the song. Someone else may have other thoughts but that is mt .02 cents worth. Good Luck.
I need some advice ...
Here's the situation. I was playing at a coffeehouse open mic a few weeks ago and a fellow heard a couple of my original songs and came up to inquire if I would "help him write a song for his wife" for their anniversary.
My first inclination was to say no, since I really didn't think I could come up with anything based on someone else's thoughts, feelings, experiences, etc. But, I didn't say no, I just said give me some time to think about it.
Long story short, in a fit of inspiration the other night, I actually wrote what turned out to be a pretty good set of lyrics for a song that perfectly reflects what he was trying to achieve.
I've never written a song for anyone else before and I've actually never sold a song before.
So, here's the dillema. How should I handle the "transaction" with this fellow??
At first I was just going to give it to him with my compliments ... but the more I though about it, the more I thought, hmmm, should I just give away my work??
Part of me would like to be able to say "I have *sold* a song." just for the ego stroke. Another part would like to make a little cash too, but I have no idea what the song might be worth and what's more ... is it smart to sell a song outright.
I guess I just really don't even know what I don't know.
That's why I've come to you folks for advice ... what do you say????
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You can hear my newest recordings. Please click here
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You're invited to listen to my newest song You Can Never Have Too Much Bee Bop! Michael Burman, DJ on KCSMJazz 91 will play my song during 12/3/12 to 1/11/13, time 6 to 10 AM, 91.1 FM, for streaming-KCSM.org, & click Listen Live. If this is not convenient for you; please click here for 2 more songs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caccXQ2FjbY
I have performed Blues, & Jazz at Yoshi's Jazz Club, San Francisco, The San Jose Jazz Summerfest, The Village Gate, & The Bitter End in New York, Rock at The Bootlegger Bistro in Las Vegas, Original Songs at The Woody At 100 Festival-celebrating Woody Guthrie , Folksongs at Freight & Salvage, & The Newport Folk Music Festival, and romantic love songs on a Singing Tour of Italy. The maximum 4 stars were awarded to my recording of the Bruce Springsteen song We Take Care Of Our Own. Best Song Of The Month West Coast Songwriters. Featured on KCSM Jazz91.
I will also invite you to my live gigs in 2013.
Carl Tilchen
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Here we are at the end of 2012. Thank you for supporting, and enjoying my music. Many of you have come to hear my songs at The Woody At 100 Festival (celebrating Woody Guthrie), Yoshi's Jazz Nightclub, and even to the Bitter End Nightclub, in New York. Many of you have viewed my songs on youtube.com. My friends, and fans, you make it all worthwhile. You inspire me to sing, and to lead you in our humanity of joyful sounds. Thankyou for sharing music with me. Please click here for my gift to you http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuxSRoZuK8o
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What age range is YA?
"Thoughtful Ramblings" is a feature where we discuss bookish subjects. These posts are just our own thoughts about certain topics that may get us hot under the collar and we need a good rant or just things we want to share with fellow bloggers and readers.
What Age is YA?
After having read Kresley Cole's Poison Princess, I found myself totally confused regarding the whole young adult (YA) genre, and really struggled when it came to reviewing it.
I started talking to a few of the girls about it (aka fellow reviewers), and found out some interesting information, which made things even harder if I am honest. You see, the issue I was having was at what point (age) do you become a young adult? What age are YA books aimed at? Is the content of a YA book suitable for all young adults, and how do you safeguard against buying your own young adult at home a completely inappropriate book, despite it being in the YA genre.
If you look on Wiki for a definition of Young Adult, this is what you get:
Young-adult fiction or young adult literature (often abbreviated as YA), also juvenile fiction, is fiction written, published, or marketed to adolescents and young adults. The Young Adult Library Services (YALSA) of the American Library Association (ALA) defines a young adult as someone between the ages of twelve and eighteen. Authors and readers of young adult (YA) novels often define the genre as literature as traditionally written for ages ranging from twelve years up to the age of eighteen, while some publishers may market young adult literature to as low as age ten or as high as age twenty-five. The terms young-adult novel, juvenile novel, young-adult book, etc. refer to the works in the YA category.
I have just googled what age a YA is aimed at, and it came up with a Guardian article stating that "New Adult" fiction is aimed at 14 – 35 year old, and I am sure that I read somewhere on Goodreads that YA is aimed at 14-21 year olds (although I cant for the life of me find it now). Surely , when you take the extremes of these age brackets, 10 – 35, it is a somewhat ridiculous group to try and cram a book into.
My understanding of a Young Adult would be a person who has reached the early stages of adulthood, but in looking for a defined age of adulthood you come across lots of ages! There is the age of consent, the age where you are criminally responsible, the age where you are still covered under the child protection guidance. These are all different! So, I think a reasonable age would be 15, which is pretty much somewhere in the middle of all of the legal ages.
I have reviewed a few YA books over the past 6 months, but some seem that bit more adult than others. By adult, I dont mean the sexual nature of the book, as that seems to be fairly safe ground in the genre… lusting after your girl or fella, but not actually doing anything more physical than a smooch, and perhaps some wandering hands. Typical teen angst sort of thing. It's more the scary side of it that seems to vary greatly. In Poison Princess there is flaying of skin, eyeballs out on cheeks, beheadings, and other things of a grim nature. Definitely not what I would deem suitable for a 14 year old, let alone a 10 year old. I managed to ask Ms Cole, the author of Poison Princess, who she thought would be reading her book, who she had aimed it towards, and she said that although she hadn't had a particular age in mind (in terms of the YA genre) she wouldn't recommend it for very young teens.
So my question is, how do you manage to buy your average 13 year old something that is into the realm of fantasy without scaring the doowhats out of them, whilst you are mooching around your local bookstore?
I understand that there is no such a thing really as an average teenager these days. Some are more sensitive than others, but how do you safeguard against allowing your child to read something you feel would be unsuitable without vetting everything first? Most people buy new books by looking at the blurb, the front cover and making a spur of the moment decision. It's not based on an hour's research on the net, and in my opinion, nor should it be, otherwise you would miss out on discovering new authors. But surely there must be a way to make it a little clearer which end of the age scale the book would be best suited to.
I think Young Adult is a somewhat misleading genre title, and there should be a clearer definition. I know it would possibly mean yet another genre for us to take into account but surely you can't lump 12 – 18 year olds into the same group. Perhaps a YA15+ or similar would help us differentiate whilst trying to chose for children. Or do you have a different suggestion?


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In a true community, everyone looks out for one another. Should someone fall behind, others are waiting to make sure they get home safely.
For years, Liz Duncan and her colleagues from Chets Creek Elementary School in Jacksonville, Fla. were aware that many students from the nearby Portside mobile home community were not always keeping up. Nearly 250 of the school's 1,200 students live there, but in spite of the best school-based interventions, too many of them were falling behind.
That changed in May 2010.
Spearheaded by Duncan in the true spirit of community collaboration, Chets Creek joined with Portside's property owners, American Residential Communities, to open the Chets Creek Elementary Academic Resource Center at Portside.
Staffed by Chets Creek teachers and volunteers and funded and supplied by American Residential Communities, it offers Portside's children the type of access to books, computers and tutoring that can make a difference.
"Many kids from the neighborhood are unable to participate in our before and after school safety net programs," said Duncan, Chets Creek's behavior specialist. "So we figured that if they can't come to us, we need to go to them."
That need is significant. A large percentage of the school's academically at risk and free and reduced lunch children reside in Portside. It also has a growing number of ESOL (English as a Second Language) students.
But before the school could "go to them" they had to first build a relationship and establish that they did not want to do something "to" or "for" the community, but rather, "with" the community deeply involved.
That relationship began when Duncan organized a "day of service" between her church, her school and Portside's Community Manager, Jermaine White. Duncan brought a small army of volunteers and White rallied 300 of Portside's 2,400 residents to come out and meet their Chets Creek neighbors. Food was shared, yards were landscaped, mobile homes were pressure washed and weatherproofed, and friendships were forged.
Duncan knew it was a success when she overheard one parent exclaim, "They really do care about us!"
After that, White toured Chets Creek with Duncan and the school's media specialist, Karen "KK" Cherney. Cherney shared with him a long-held dream, which she and Duncan had often discussed, of establishing a modest satellite library at Portside. "Just a closet where I can store a few books," she modestly suggested.
When White responded, "Maybe we can do better than that," Cherney and Duncan were hopeful. When he sent them an unsolicited mock brochure entitled, "The Portside-Chets Creek Partnership" complete with the following vision statement: "To launch and operate a resourceful media center to foster learning and creativity that leads to measurable performance improvement for student residents," they knew they had found the right person to make their dream come true.
In May 2010, White and Chets Creek teachers and volunteers were joined by American Residential Communities' senior management as well as several hundred Portside residents to christen the "Chets Creek Elementary Academic Resource Center at Portside."
It was the start of a great relationship that has since blossomed beyond Duncan's wildest vision to involve a growing number of community organizations and businesses.
In September 2011, the McKenzie Noelle Wilson Foundation, a non-profit committed to improving the lives of young people, joined the Chets Creek/American Residential Communities/ Beach United Methodist Church partnership. The center was re-named the McKenzie's Academic Resource Center (MARC) and has expanded to include Portside's middle and high school students.
Kid friendly and inviting, MARC bares little resemblance to the old pool house that it once was: Fresh paint, new carpet, floor pillows, sturdy furniture, a hand-painted mural of a beach scene enhancing one wall and children's art work the others all provide the perfect setting for students to enjoy its computers, rotating library of books and reading/tutoring room.
Volunteers provide tutoring, mentorship, academic and safety programs for students, while parents benefit from weekly English, financial planning and family counseling classes. The center averages 80 kids per week after school and another 80 on Saturdays. It is also open during the summer.
The center's partners have initiated plans to use MARC as a model to create school-directed learning centers throughout Jacksonville and the country, and it has flourished into a true outreach program, providing a variety of health related and education services to the community.
"What they are doing is what people really need," said Marisol León, who has a second grader at Chets Creek, "This is for our kids, and this is for America's future, right?"
José and Elizabeth Huertas agree that this is a necessary program and not just for the kids, but also the parents.
"A lot of people here want to be involved, but they either don't know how since they don't speak fluent English or they don't have transportation," said José, "Because it is at our home and because they teach classes, people benefit from it."
Kari Lonie – whose first grade daughter Kailey was in the minority in proudly declaring her love of reading while other kids pointed to the computers as their favorite thing about the center – likes the academic benefits.
"A lot of kids go through the summer and they lose contact with reading," she said, "This gives them an opportunity to keep up with their reading level."
Since the center opened, Chets Creek has seen an 80 percent decrease in discipline referrals and 80 percent of its third and fourth graders have met or exceeded the standard on the state's annual test. For the first time, the school has seen gains from the students living in Portside.
Although Duncan realizes the deep impact of the project and is amazed at its quick expansion, for her it goes back to a simple gesture.
"It's the starfish story," she said, referring to the story in which a young man continues to throw starfish that had washed up on the shore back in the ocean. Although he can't save them all, it makes a difference to each one he touches.
"Portside gives us the ability to focus on a part of the beach loaded with starfish and we can be there and make a difference," she said.


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I wore it for my wedding ceremony and reception in July 2013, and had it dry cleaned the next day. It's been stored in its garment bag inside of a rubbermaid container in our apartment. It'll be a bit wrinkled, but if you hang it out for a bit it'll bounce back!
My best tip is to go try it on in your local David's Bridal store first, so you know for sure what size you need. It's a fantastic dress, and super flattering. I'm excited for another bride to feel so special in it!!
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Leave it to Johnny Weir to put a positive spin on the controversy surrounding the 2008 U.S. Championships. Weir walked away with the silver medal from the competition after a finish that saw he and rival Evan Lysacek score identical overall marks. Each skater compiled a total of 244.77 points for the competition, but Lysacek claimed the title by winning the free skate — the tie breaker — by 1.35 points.
Within days of the competition ending, allegations of a calculating error in compiling the final scores for both he and Lysacek ranged in the media and in online forums. U.S. Figure Skating has stood behind the rule interpretation as well as the computer software program used at the competition. For his part, Weir refused to get caught up in the talk about a faulty computer scoring system being the cause of his second-place finish.
"I may not love the new scoring system, and I may not love the judging in particular, but I do compete under the same rules as everyone else. And I still abide by the rules, and abide by the fact that once a result is posted, that's the result," Weir said during a U.S. Figure Skating conference call in early March.
"I still do not know if I deserved to be national champion because I still have not seen Evan's performance," he added. "But I'm the U.S. national silver medalist, and there's nothing wrong with that. I skated two performances I am proud of. I am definitely happy and I will not claim to be smarter than the computer. I trust what the computer said."
In fact, Weir believes he redeemed himself in St. Paul after a dismal 2006-07 season. "I came back and delivered two strong performances, the strongest in my history at the U.S. nationals. It was after such a terrible season the year before (he finished third at nationals after winning the title from 2004-06), so it was a personal victory," Weir explained.
He wasn't about to let the second-place finish diminish his feeling of accomplishment. "Having achieved everything I wanted to do [at nationals], except be at the top of the podium, which I can't control anyway, I could not possibly let that beat me," he said. "I thought I did a fantastic job."
In the off-season Weir left long-time Coach Priscilla Hill and began training with Galina Zmievskaya. The move appears to have paid off.
Weir started out this season by winning two gold medals on the ISU Grand Prix Series, at Cup of Russia and Cup of China before placing fourth at the Grand Prix Final. "I have had a very strong season so far and I am hoping to finish it on a high note and show everyone what one year of hard work can do for you," he said.
Weir is excited about the upcoming World Championships, slated for March 17-23 in Sweden, and the depth of the men's field. "I think what makes the men's event so exciting is that there are so many strong skaters and it is unpredictable as to what the results are going be," the American skater said. "I can see myself, of course, as the World champion because what's the point of going to a competition if you don't think you can win it?
"This year's event is especially [exciting] because you have so many strong skaters like (Sergei) Voronov, (Tomas) Verner, (Stephane) Lambiel, (Brian) Joubert and (Daisuke) Takahashi. They have all had their highs and lows [this season] expect Takahashi really, so going into it I am eying Takahashi as the favorite."
Weir plans to do the quad in his free skate. "It will just be in the long program because my coach thinks skating a clean program is paramount to having a good result in the overall competition," Weir said. "There is good evidence, especially coming from the Four Continents that you may not need a quadruple jump to win the short program as Evan (Lysacek, who has since withdrawn from Worlds due to injury) was defeated by Daisuke Takahashi who just did a triple-triple combination.
"My goal is to skate a clean short program with maximum levels on all the elements and of course skate in my usual manner and get high component scores and set myself up for a good long program where I will hopefully land the quad and everything will be merry. Going into the World Championships it is very exciting for me to be part of such a strong group of athletes and performers as the men's event has."
Weir said he wants to be at a competition where everyone is skating their best. "You want everyone to try to one-up the skater previous to them," he said. "Not only is it a very interesting competition for the skaters but for spectators, fans and judges. I can almost feel the energy in that building, especially now … We are closing the World Championships which is a big tribute to how strong the men's field is."
After the season, Weir said his first event will be a fund-raiser for Figure Skating in Harlem (FSH), the "Skating with the Stars, Under the Stars" gala at Wollman Rink in New York City's Central Park. FSH provides educational, cultural and athletic opportunities for girls in the Harlem community through figure skating.
"This will be my third year [doing the event] and I am excited about that. If I can put my skates on to help the underprivileged or spread the word about figure skating, it is definitely worth my time," Weir said. "Then I am signed to Champions on Ice in Japan in June, July and August. I am also in talks with Ilia Averbuch and Evgeni Plushenko about doing some of their tour [dates] in Russia and Eastern Europe. We just haven't nailed down the dates and all the specifics but I will definitely be abroad. I wasn't invited to do Stars on Ice."
Before traveling anywhere else, Weir was jetting to Moscow to prepare for the World Championships. "I go from Russia to Sweden on the 18th I think," he said. "It is going to be very exciting to be away from my home … and of course I love Russia so much so it is very inspirational. I also think it is a good thing to do to get acclimated to the European time zone."


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Pepsi is set to launch its capsule collection it coincides with 2014 global football campaign, the Pepsi 'Live for Now' capsule collection brings the best of art and football to life. The brand is set to bring together the artistry of football and fashion. Pepsi includes international stylists and designers for the project, including Original Penguin by Munsingwear, B & O Play, Gents, Goodlife, Del Toro and Shut.
The collection for "The Art of Football" campaign will include a series of paintings with football as the theme. The wearable capsule collection will showcase vibrant works of art by six street artists of international repute: professional doodler Hattie Stewart, the Argentine urban artist Jaz, illustrator and Brazilian street artist Ricardo AKN, Spanish visual artist Zosen, Dutch visual artist Merijn Hos and the Argentine street artist Ever.
"We were inspired by the link between the sport of football and the world of art – both places where passion leads to great acts of creativity," said Kristin Patrick,
The entire "Live for Now" capsule collection will be available online, pepsi.com/capsulecollection, Colette in Paris, five stores in the United States, Bloomingdale's new flagship in New York, and on various e-commerce sites.
The Original Penguin items will also be available at Liberty in London.


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Doing more in Montgenevre, France
Situated on the border between France and Italy at an altitude of 1860m Montgenevre is not only one of the oldest ski resorts in France but also one of the highest and is an excellent place for a ski holiday.
At a Glance
- Altitude (min):
- 1760
- Altitude (max):
- 2680
- Getting there:
The closest airport is Turin (just 90km away) - but there are alternatives
Grenoble airport is 2h30 from Montgenevre.
The most cost effective option is to self-drive and we can assist with ferry or tunnel crossings - details at travel arrangements
You can also take the train - Take the Eurostar to Lille or Paris and then either an overnight train to Briancon or a train to Grenoble (France ) or Oulx (Italy) and we can pick you up to bring you up to Montgenevre. Briancon and Oulx are less than half an hour from resort.
- Price guide:
- Apartments form £141 and chalet from £372 - see latest offers for our best prices
- Market day:
- Wednesday
- Top 5 things to do:
- Ride the Monty Express at speeds of up to 45kmph. The new luge track opened in 2010 and descends from the top of the Chalvet cable car. Your first ride is reduced (price 5.20€ on MOn to Fri ) if you have a 6 day Monts de la Lune pass and any others on Monday or Thursday.
- Enjoy an evening mountain meal -taxi to Claviere, skidoo up the mountain and enjoy a delicious meal in a mountain restaurant.
- Take an early evening guided snowshoe walk to the teepees near Montgenevre, enjoy some local produce and learn about some of the history of the area
- Ski to Sauxe D'Oulx and back, using the free one day Milky way trip that is included in your Mont de la Lune lift pass
- Spend an evening doing your own 'Dancing on Ice' routine on Montgenevre's outdoor skating rink and impress the family.
- Resort Amenities:
- There is a variety of bars, shops and restaurants in resort. There are two ATM's and two small supermarkets. Free wifi is available at the tourist office and a couple of the local bars.
- Airport Name:
- Turin - 110km
- Blue Runs:
- 24
- Local currency:
- €
- Time Difference from UK:
- + 1 hr
- Black Runs:
- 15
- Internet access:
- Yes - WIFI
See pricing details on Ski Packs
Short Breaks available in Montgenevre - contact us
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See a video of the Monty Luge run - its a lot of fun!
Ready to book a Montgenevre holiday? Select the accommodation tab, choose your preferred chalet/hotel/apartment, select book now and input your preferred dates. Our system will search availability and display the price per party - once you are happy, proceed to the payment screen.
Ski Holidays in Montgenevre
Montgenevre is a beautiful village resort which, whilst it has seen quite a lot of development over the last few years, is still a great resort for a ski holiday -particularly a family ski holiday.
The new developments in the ski resort include new apartment buildings in the obelisk hamlet, a new tourist office (where there is free wifi), a new "espace partenaires" housing the ski schools, lift pass sales and a crèche
The ski resort has still retained its French village character and with the Monty luge added in winter 10/11, the resort is a firm favourite for a family ski holiday.
Background on Montgenevre ski resort
The ski resort of Montgenevre was the site for the first ever international ski competition back in 1907 organised by the Club Alpin Francais and the army and it was watched by over 3000 spectators. Techniques were only just developing and at the time most skiers stopped by just falling over - and.... we're told that this is still called a "Brianconnias stop"!
Montgenevre has come along way since then - especially in the last 9 years - a tunnel under the resort means the busy through road has now reverted back to a quiet main street as any through traffic by passes the resort completely. And if you want to walk into Italy for an authentic Italian pizza, Claviere is a 25 minute stroll down a very gentle green piste - but a torch is advisable at night. Italy is only 2km away! In fact if you ski the Monts de la Lune area on your ski holiday, you will be skiing in both Italy and France and experiencing both cultures.
The skiing in Montgenevre
The ski area in Montgenevre is great on its own and you can get day passes just for this area, if required. If you like to add up the KM whilst you are skiing you may prefer to buy a Mont de La Lune pass which includes the neighbouring Italian resorts of Claviere and Cesana. This covers 100km of slopes and is the pass that most people buy. The Monts de la Lune pass also includes a day skiing the Milky Way in Sauze D'Oulx, Sansicario and Sestriere, where the 2006 Winter Olympics were held so you can test your skill on the Olympic runs. Any Monts de la Lune pass of 6 days or more also gives you a free days skiing in any of the other Grand Galaxie resorts (Serre Chevalier, Puy St Vincent, Alpe D'Huez, Les Deux Alpes or Italian Milky way). A 6 day lift pass also entitles you to a reduced price ride on the Monty Express (to be taken Mon - Fri). This is Montgenevre's new luge track which descends from the top of the Chalvet cable car and is the longest luge in France. We're told you can reach speeds of 40kmph!! The liftpasses in Montgenevre use the keycard system.
The resort hasn't stopped investing either - the next project is to join the club of resorts with skiing above 3000m - this will be with the addition of a lift on Mt Chaberton and the development will even have a blue run from this height - you'll have to come back later for this though as it won't be finished just yet.
Ski deals and short breaks in Montgenevre
Being high, a late season week is well worth considering as these are often the best ski deals - with prices from just £137pp staying in Le Hameau des Airelles.
Zenith Holidays offer a range of ski holidays in Montgenevre including a catered chalet, stylish apartments and hotels. All our prices include crossings or transfers from Turin airport as standard.
Short ski breaks can often be accommodated in our catered chalet - see availability at Short Breaks or email us your request.
Accommodation in Montgenevre
We offer a range of catered chalets, self catered chalets as well as hotels and apartments. Details of all the ski accommodations can be seen at the accommodation tab above.
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Accommodation in Montgenevre
Chalet La ClautreThe Chalet has been in our portfolio since the winter of 12/13 and following refurbishment in 2015 , the Chalet La Clautre will still sleep up to 14, will benefit from a larger lounge and still retain the enviable position next to the Chalmettes lift and only a short walk from the centre of resort........ Read More
From £372.00
Anova HotelThis delightful and modern hotel, which opened for the first time in summer 2011 season welcomes you to Montgenevre at the heart of fabulous ski area of La Voie Lactee (400km of ski slopes), between France and Italy. Read More
From £333.00
Montgenevre Chalets and ApartmentsThere are a range of Montgenevre chalets and apartments that vary in size and can accommodate from 4 - 14 people. Read More
Hotel Alpis CottiaBuilt in 2002, this central hotel has a range of room sizes and is ideal for those wanting a friendly base near the slopes. Read More
From £315.00
Hotel Le ChalvetSimple yet comfortable Hotel Le Chalvet has a great location overlooking the pistes. It's a small hotel with bar and restaurant and great views from some of the upper floor rooms. Read More
From £258.00
Hotel ValerieSituated in the heart of Montgenevre, less than 200m from the pistes, Hotel Valerie is a family run traditional hotel Read More
Le Hameau des AirellesThese lovely 4 star apartments with an outdoor heated pool are in the new quarter of Montgenevre close to the Chalvet cable car and at the foot of the slopes. Read More
From £141.00
Residence Le Chalet des DolinesThe Chalet des Dolines is in an excellent location in the ski resort of Montgenevre providing easy access to the extensive slopes of the Milky Way Read More
From £198.00
Le Village Club de SoleilThe Village Club de Soleil is a great option for families and those wanting everything included. From lift passes to childcare, meals and ski equipment, it's just 150m to the nearest lift hence why it's a popular family choice in Montgenevre. Read More
From £537.00
Residence Le NapoleonSituated 20m from the foot of the slopes, this new 4 star residence offers a wonderful position coupled with great facilities Read More
Chalet SunshineThis charming 3 floor alpine wooden chalet is ski in/out and can sleep 12 -14 people. Read More
From £372.00
Location of Montgenevre
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Doing More … Design your holiday to suit you.
Pre Departure
When you book your holiday with Zenith Holidays, you can be confident that we will be there to help make the whole experience as smooth as easy as possible.
During the week before you leave, we will call you to make sure you have all you need or to provide any help or assistance in some last minute touches - but, before then, do make sure your passport is valid (not required for Jersey) and peruse our upgrade possibilities - you can book up to 2 weeks before you travel but do be aware that some things will sell out - airport parking and the Meet & Greet service often do on peak holiday dates and the "Fetch-my-luggage" service is bound to be popular on busy weeks so do book that early.
If you need an airport hotel or even some "tried & tested" car games for the kids for the drive down, let us know or book them online - once you have booked your holiday, all these extras can be added in your own secure booking area.
Have a great holiday!
If you're flying from Gatwick ,Heathrow (T3) , Birmingham or Edinburgh why not start your holiday off in style and book into the airport lounge?
Save money and time by having your skis , boards, surfs or golf clubs taken to resort for you
With Meteor meet and greet car parking there is no driving around looking for a car park when you arrive at the airport.
Matthew's Friends is a local charity that we have chosen to support this year - read on for more information about this charity....
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It seems to only appear when javascript is turned off and I restart IE.
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