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TOPEKA, Kansas - At the age of 84, Fred Phelps passed away just before midnight on March 19, 2014 at a hospice care center in Kansas.
Phelps, a disbarred attorney, founded the Westboro Baptist Church in 1955 after parting ways with a local Baptist church he headed. He became known for his aggressive homophobic protests with the slogan "God Hates F*gs" and protesting military funerals and suicides.
While he certainly was the cause of an unimaginable amount of hatred and pain, he was the product of his times. Born on November 13, 1929 Phelps was surrounded with the notion that homosexuality was wrong, was hurtful and was contagious. During that time period, many laws were passed against homosexuals and it was considered to be a mental illness. Police forces routinely detained, arrested and imprisoned people they suspected to be gay; this continued until 2003 when the United States Supreme Court ruled in the case of Lawrence v. Texas that all state laws against homosexuality and sodomy must be struck down as unconstitutional.
Phelps was in the 70 percentile of elderly people, which oppose equal rights for homosexuals. 40 percent of middle aged Americans oppose LGBT equality while only 15 percent of Generation Y (people born from 1980 - 2002) oppose it.
Fred Phelps was wrongly indoctrinated with an image that gay people are not humans, are monsters that are going to hell. That's what he was told his entire life and that's what everyone around him believed. He lived a sad life of hatred and I consider him a victim of the times he lived in.
However, he wasn't all evil. Phelps led the civil rights movement in the 1960s to nullify Jim Crow laws in Kansas and succeeded. His law firm, Phelps Chartered Law Firm, often took up civil rights and discrimination cases for African Americans. It's unfortunate that he failed to make the connection to the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) community.
May he rest in peace and may his followers come to realize that just as skin color, sexual orientation is an innate, permanent and benign part of oneself.


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Porter Robinson – Vandalism (Mr. Wonk's JULIET Mix)
Ok so Mr. Wonk has been a secret favorite of mine for quite awhile now. He put out this gem called JULIET a little over a week ago that I loved, but did not put up. This is a mashup using Porter Robinson's Vandalism, and it's really awesome. It should be noted, that he has quite a few genres up his sleeve, and he color codes them. Now put this in your set, and smoke it.
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Throughout the Arizona Wildcat women's basketball season, freshman Candice Warthen will keep a weekly blog about life as a Pac-10 freshman. Check back for more updates from Candice!
Hello Wildcat Fans!
My first Pac-10 Tournament was very exciting. The whole atmosphere in L.A. was alive. On my first trip to L.A., I fell in love with the place. The scenery is nice and so is the weather. When we arrived to the hotel it felt like we were living in a palace. The hotel was decorated with Pac-10 stickers. Being a freshman it made me feel very good because there wasn't much of this in high school.
On Wednesday, we played our first game against the University of Oregon. We had played them twice already during the regular season and it has been said that it¡¦s hard to beat a team three times and this was true. We went in the locker room with a nice lead over Oregon at half time but they did not go away. They fought a good battle the whole second half but we came out with a victory by one point.
The second day we took on the USC Trojans. This game, in my opinion, was easier than the Oregon game. We were determined and it was a must-win game so we went out and did what we had to do and knocked USC off their own court (NICE!!!!!!). Everyone knew that the third day was going to be tough. We had Stanford for a third time. Stanford is a great team and for some reason it wasn¡¦t hard for them to beat us for a third time at all. They played a great game and we fought until the last buzzer.
Overall, the Pac-10 Tournament was a successful trip for us. Being that it was my first Pac-10 Tournament, I must say that I enjoyed it and i can¡¦t wait until next year.
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FRESNO, Calif. - The Fresno State athletic department announced at 1 p.m. PT that Wednesday's contest between the Fresno State baseball team and Bakersfield has been postponed due to inclement weather.
The two schools will make up the game on Tuesday, May 13 at 6:35 p.m.
Next on the Bulldogs' schedule is a three-game series with the Texas A&M Aggies, slated to start Friday at 6:35 p.m. Stay tuned to GoBulldogs.com and Twitter (@FresnoStateBSB) for the latest updates on the status of Fresno State games.
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Matt Blair graduated Iowa State in 1974 and was a second round draft pick as a linebacker into the Minnesota Vikings. He was inducted today into the Viking's ring of honor.
Vikings Blog | Matt Blair To Become 20th Vikings Ring Of Honor Member
It's about time
They say country music speaks to the heart. Unfortunately, it has to go through your ears to get there.
Can't imagine what took so long.
Go Cyclones!
Minnesota Vikings have a Ring of Honor?
Congrats to Matt Blair
Bud Grant told me he had the most talent of any Iowa State player that he had seen. When I responded that while he was certainly good, I asked him how he determined Matt was the best.
Bud then asked me--"What other player was so impactful that the NFL had change the rules because of him?"
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Clone to the Bone with the up and coming IOWA STATE.
Just curious, what rule did he change?
Best donkey ball and autograph in history. Honestly, hate Vikings but saw Blair crush opponents as Cyclone fan. Immpeccable. Very Worthy.
Congrats! On of my favorite players along with Page and Eller.
Given Blair's proficiency at blocking kicks, I would assume it is the "leverage" rule at the line of scrimmage.
Best Cyclone football player ever.
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Best Cyclone football player ever.
Bold statement
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Best Cyclone football player ever.
Originally Posted by ISUFB
Bold statement
It might be bold, but it's true. I'll go even bolder.....
There is not a single team in the history of college football that Matt Blair would not have started on. If any team ever had two better OLB's (doubtful), he still would have been on the field as either a SS or a DE. He was that talented and that versitile.
At last! Next Pro Football HoF - Matt Blair deserves to be there, period.
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At last! Next Pro Football HoF - Matt Blair deserves to be there, period.
Have we had a cyclone inducted into to Pro Football HoF?
*edit* I realize this is a stupid question. I'm new to football so cut me some slack.
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Manolo asks, whose shoes?
Reba McEntire?
sandra bullock?
I believe it is Sandra Bullock. And I'm going to her restaurant for lunch today!
Well, I'm not sure – I'm going with Reba just to be ornery. I like both of these acresses very much. They seem really down to earth.
jessica lange?
Angelina Jolie??
Probably off in left field here, but I'm going to say Elizabeth Reiser.
I'm thinking Faith Hill. I haven't seen a shot of her 09 CMA award shoes, but that looks like her dress.
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I don't know my motivation…however I'm thinking Nicole Kidman.
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SILVERTIPS SHUT DOWN GIANTS – Daniel Cotton stopped 31 shots to record his second shutout of the season as the visiting Everett Silvertips skated to a 4-0 win over the Vancouver Giants in Western Hockey League action on Sunday.
Josh Winquist scored a hat trick, giving him 21 goals on the season, and Mirco Mueller also scored for the Silvertips (20-26-0-2), who scored twice on five power play chances as they earn their third win in a row, while Manraj Hayer chipped in three assists.
Payton Lee stopped 18 of 22 shots he faced in the loss for the Giants (12-36-0-0), who have dropped four straight decisions and have been shut out seven times this season.
Game Summary
Cam Lanigan stopped all 26 shots he faced to post his third shutout of the season as his Medicine Hat Tigers managed a 3-0 win over the visiting Red Deer Rebels on Sunday.
Curtis Valk and Logan McVeigh each picked up a goal and an assist while Hunter Shinkaruk also counted for the Tigers (23-22-2-1), who put up their second consecutive shutout win after defeating the Calgary Hitmen 4-0 on Saturday.
Patrik Bartosak turned aside 36 of 39 shots he faced in a losing cause for the Rebels (25-20-3-2), who suffer their second straight setback but remain in fourth spot in the Eastern Conference.
Game Summary
Henrik Samuelsson scored twice and Stephane Legault tallied a goal and an assist to lead the Edmonton Oil Kings to a 6-1 victory over the visiting Prince George Cougars on Sunday.
Trevor Cheek and Curtis Lazar each got their 20th goals of the season while Edgars Kulda also found the net for the Oil Kings (31-11-2-3), who leapfrog idle Calgary into first place in the Central Division and Eastern Conference. Laurent Brossoit made 20 saves in the win.
Colin Jacobs scored the only goal for the Cougars (14-26-2-4), who went 1-for-9 on the power play as they drop their second decision in three nights on their Central Division tour. Brett Zarowny made 30 saves in the setback.
Game Summary
THUNDERBIRDS 6t, HURRICANES 5 S/O
Luke Lockhart scored the only goal in a shootout to lift the Seattle Thunderbirds to a 6-5 triumph over the visiting Lethbridge Hurricanes on Sunday.
Connor Sanvido, Connor Honey, Andrew Johnson, Justin Hickman and Roberts Lipsbergs scored in regulation play for the Thunderbirds (18-26-2-1), who post their second straight victory after having lost 15 in a row. Brandon Glover made 31 saves in regulation, and wasn't beaten in the shootout to record his 17th win of the season.
Michael Sofillas, Sam Mckechnie, Jamal Watson, Adam Henry and Jaimen Yakubowski scored and Macoy Erkamps had three assists in regulation play for the Hurricanes (22-21-1-6), who fall to 1-1-0-1 through three games of their U.S. Division tour. Ty Rimmer turned in a 54-save performance in regulation play, but was beaten one in the shootout to absorb the loss.
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Storage baskets and bins are great way to stay organized at home and make your space feel less cluttered. Unfortunately, craft and home décor stores generally carry a seasonal selection, which might not always match your tastes or color palette, and unless you hit a sale, bins and baskets can be a pricey solution to organizing. Instead of spending a small fortune or settling for an okay item you're already not excited about using, create your own with this easy Fabric Storage Buckets tutorial from Film in the Fridge.
The great thing about fabric storage bins are they are simple to make, are fairly lightweight, and you can throw them in the wash if they get dirty. Bonus is you can find a variety of fabrics to coordinate with your space! These are a perfect solution for organizing your craft area or kid's space.
The tutorial offers two sizes of buckets, small and large. The small size is perfect to store ribbon, fabric scraps, Legos, blocks, and toy cars. The large size offers storage solutions for storing yarn, stuffed animals, and even standing up wrapping paper in a closet. The small bin has a 6" base and is approximately 10" tall with an unfolded top, while the large bin has a 10" base and stands 16" high.
For small bucket:
- 2 pieces of fabric, 19 1/2″ x 10 1/2″ (one outer, one lining)
- 2 pieces of fabric, cut into circles with a 6 1/2″ diameter (one outer, one lining)
- 1 piece of interfacing, 19″ x 10″
- 1 piece of interfacing, cut to a circle with a 6″ diameter
For large bucket:
- 2 pieces of fabric, 31 3/4″ x 17″ (one outer, one lining)
- 2 pieces of fabric, cut into circles with a 10 1/2″ diameter (one outer, one lining)
- 1 piece of interfacing, 31 1/4″ x 16 1/2″
- 1 piece of interfacing, cut to a circle with a 10″ diameter
A few notes from Film in the Fridge:
The small size has a finished base of 6″, with a height of about 10″ (with the top unfolded). If you use a contrasting fabric for the circular base, this is a great project to use up fat quarters!
The large size has a finished base of 10″, with a height of just over 16″, and can be made using a 1/2 yard of fabric for the outside, and 1/2 yard for the lining.
The links provided in the materials section above are PDFs for the circle template. Feel free to print this out and use it as a template for your circles, or use your own preferred method for drawing a circle with the appropriate diameter. (Please note that the template for the larger size will print on 4 pages and will have to be cut and taped together.)
I recommend a heavyweight fabric for the outside, which will give your bucket more structure – home décor, canvas, a cotton/linen blend would be appropriate. I like to use a quilting weight cotton for the lining.
The interfacing is optional, depending on how sturdy you want your bucket to be. For the small buckets shown in the photo above, I used a heavyweight canvas fabric for the outside, and felt it was heavy enough to forgo the interfacing. For the bucket shown in the tutorial photos, I used a heavier fusible interfacing to give the linen/cotton blend outer fabric a bit more structure.


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Center for Science in the Public Interest
The scientists -- chemist Albert J. Fritsch, microbiologist Michael F. Jacobson, and meteorologist James B. Sullivan -- shared the vision of a public-interest advocacy organization run by scientists (a fourth founder and trustee, Kenneth Lasson, was an attorney who did not work at CSPI).
Part of that vision was to serve as a role model for other scientists. CSPI's founders believed that many scientists, if given the encouragement and opportunity, would devote their careers to public-interest activities, much as some lawyers and physicians do.
Unlike many organizations that are launched with the aid of a blue-ribbon board of directors and major foundation funding, CSPI definitely had a homespun beginning. The founders lived off of savings or small stipends (Fritsch was a Jesuit priest living in his Capitol Hill church) and worked in borrowed office space.
CSPI's early work was eclectic. In keeping with their respective disciplines, Fritsch's projects focused on toxic chemicals, strip mining, nuclear power, and oil. Jacobson's work focused on food additives and nutrition. Sullivan focused on highways and air pollution. The three co-directors wrote CSPI's newsletter and met frequently to discuss the emerging center's policies and activities.
Initially, CSPI was run jointly by the three founding scientists. The departure of Fritsch and Sullivan in 1977 had two major impacts: First, CSPI focused almost exclusively on food issues; second, Jacobson became the organization's executive director. Since then, CSPI's staff has gradually increased from fifteen to fifty, and its annual budget from less than $1 million to more than $13 million.
Five veteran CSPI staffers have played especially vital roles in the organization's growth and evolution.
CSPI is ultimately overseen by its board of trustees, whose size has varied between six and ten people from various walks of life, including scientists, attorneys, celebrities, and activists.
Financially, CSPI has traditionally depended upon several sources of income: foundation grants, the sale of publications and other products, and subscription fees and donations. In the early 1970s, those three sources provided roughly equal amounts of income. Work on nutrition and food safety was especially dependent upon book and poster sales, while the other projects enjoyed greater foundation support.
Beginning in the early 1980s, however, CSPI began earning more and more of its funding from subscriptions and donations. Between 1980 and 1997 the circulation of Nutrition Action Healthletter, CSPI's flagship publication, increased from 30,000 to 950,000. Many of those subscribers provide donations in addition to their annual subscription fee.
In 1996, subscription revenue from Nutrition Action Healthletter provided roughly 75 percent of CSPI's annual budget (total budget: $13 million in fiscal year 1996). Other revenue sources include donations from subscribers (12%), sales of products and publications (9%), royalties (3%), and foundation grants (1%).
Also in 1996 CSPI introduced Nutrition Action Healthletter into Canada. By early 1997 the newsletter was reaching over 50,000 subscribers, making it the largest-circulation health newsletter in Canada. To help serve its Canadian subscribers, CSPI began several policy-oriented projects, such as showing that Heinz's baby foods in Canada were less nutritious than in the U.S. and that U.S. food companies provided far less nutrition information on the labels of their products marketed in Canada than in the U.S.
From its earliest days, CSPI has recognized the value of producing educational materials. For example, CSPI's Alcohol Policies Project has produced several publications that generated an immense amount of discussion. Those groundbreaking reports helped expand the national alcohol agenda from the treatment of alcoholism to include preventing alcohol abuse and alcoholism. The Booze Merchants, Marketing Booze to Blacks, Marketing Disease to Hispanics, and a report on federal alcohol taxes provided the public and journalists with cogent analyses of alcohol advertising and taxes. Those reports helped generate reforms in alcohol advertising and alcohol taxes.
In addition to Nutrition Action Healthletter -- the largest-circulation healthletter in the United States -- CSPI has produced a wide range of other publications concerning food. The book that first brought CSPI to public attention was Nutrition Scoreboard, which was published in 1973 and focused attention on the amount of fat and sugar in many foods. A simple scoring system devised by Michael Jacobson was one of the first efforts to make nutrition more understandable to the public.
CSPI has also distributed millions of copies of colorful, fact-filled posters on nutrition and food additives. The Fast-Food Guide -- in book and poster versions -- helped focus the spotlight on nutritional drawbacks of the most popular foods offered by fast-food restaurants. Books for children (Kitchen Fun For Kids) and for parents and teachers (Creative Food Experiences for Children, Eat, Think, and Be Healthy) reflected the Center's concern that good nutrition begin at a young age.
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The Stuttgart Lady Ricebird softball team fell to 3-5 on the season and 0-3 in conference action with a 2-1 loss to Newport Thursday.
The Greyhounds jumped on the board early, taking a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning.
Stuttgart tied the game at 1-1 in the top of the first and held the Greyhounds scoreless until the bottom of the seventh when Newport tacked on its final run to earn the 2-1 victory.
Jaelyn Maddox pitched the complete game for the Lady Ricebirds.
Stuttgart will be back in action Monday as it hosts Clinton at 4:30 p.m.
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Sad news has befallen the wrestling world as the Ultimate Warrior has passed away. On April 8, 2014, just three days after being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, it was announced that the man who legally changed his name to Warrior has died, per WWE.
UPDATE: More on Ultimate Warrior's death - Wrestling personalities react to his passing
Ultimate Warrior was 54-years-old.
The statement released by WWE is as follows:
WWE is shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the passing of one of the most iconic WWE Superstars ever, The Ultimate Warrior. Warrior began his WWE career in 1987 and quickly went on to become one of the biggest stars in WWE history. Warrior became WWE Champion at WrestleMania VI, defeating Hulk Hogan in an epic encounter. We are grateful that just days ago, Warrior had the opportunity to take his rightful place in the WWE Hall of Fame and was also able to appear at WrestleMania 30 and Monday Night Raw to address his legions of fans. WWE sends its sincere condolences to Warrior's family, friends and fans. Warrior was 54 and is survived by his wife Dana and his two daughters.
Triple H also got on Twitter and posted:
"Saddened to announce the passing of the Ultimate Warrior. Icon and friend. My sympathy to his wife Diana and daughters."
There is no word at this time as to the cause of his death, and it comes as a complete and total shock to so many people.
This past Saturday night, the Ultimate Warrior was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame after ending an 18-year rift with the company. Warrior revealed that night that he had signed a two-year deal with WWE and would be working on a new DVD release as well.
On Sunday evening, Warrior appeared quickly at "WrestleMania XXX" as the 2014 class of inductees were announced.
Just 24 hours ago, on April 7, 2014, the Ultimate Warrior made an appearance on "Monday Night Raw" in New Orleans. He got into the ring, gave a speech, and even shook the ring ropes as he used to do during his wrestling days. He appeared to be in good spirits.
Rest in peace, Ultimate Warrior.
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The soul is the immaterial part of a person from which flow the actions, thoughts, desires, reasoning, etc. It is separate from the physical body. It is the part of the person that makes a person what he is, alive, aware, able, etc. It is the essence of personhood. Biblical theology teaches that the soul is separate from the body and can exist independently of it (2 Corinthians 5:8).
We are to love the Lord our God with our souls (Deuteronomy 6:5; Matthew 22:37). Our souls are alive (1 Samuel 25:26; 1 Corinthians 15:45), can despair (Deuteronomy 28:65), feel pain (Lamentations 3:51), be annoyed (Judges 16:16), grieved (1 Samuel 2:33; Isaiah 19:10), be bitter (Isaiah 38:15), scorn (Ezekiel 36:5), desire (1 Samuel 23:20), hate (2 Samuel 5:8), can love (Song 3:1,3), be troubled (2 Kings 4:27), can be redeemed (Job 33:28), be dismayed (Psalm 6:3), can hate (Psalm 11:5), can praise (Psalm 30:12), rejoice (Psalm 35:9 7), can desire evil (Proverbs 21:10), be weary (Proverbs 25:25), etc.


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A local dialect, derived from a back water town in Bowmanville, Ontario. ALso spelled Schomie or schomy - its diffined as a cross between a skid (see skid) and a homie.
It was 4:20 PM on a Tuesday afternoon. Jack, a skid (see skid) was burning a joint with his baby's momma Dianne, a hard core hommie (see hommie). Jack'& Dianne's child would be a schomie; a cross between a skid and a hommie.
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We're still haunted by Jeannette Walls' powerful memoir, The Glass Castle, so we dove into her newest novel, The Silver Star ($15), knowing that it wouldn't be a particularly cheerful read. It wasn't, but Walls' beautiful prose and resilient protagonist help balance out the descriptions of poverty, abandonment, and power abuses. You probably won't want to take this one with you to the beach, but it'll make for fantastic book club read; members will have plenty to discuss by the story's end.
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August 26, 2013; Washington, DC
Contact: Washington Foreign Press Center Media Relations Officer Michael Chadwick
Telephone: 202-504-6370; email: firstname.lastname@example.com
The Washington DC Foreign Press Center arranged a tour to provide insight into how public officials and private entrepreneurs are working to revitalize the city, on the eve of the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington.
Twenty reporters traveled to the H Street NE corridor to see how recent public and private efforts can revitalize long-neglected areas. H Street, a historically black neighborhood which once served as a main shopping corridor, was severely damaged in the riots after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and for over 40 years remained a severely depressed area of uninhabited buildings and rampant crime, before re-emerging as a popular nightlife district over the past five years. Representatives of the DC Streetcar program discussed the D.C. government's plans to re-launch streetcar services on H Street later this year and other areas in the coming years, explaining how the increased mobility and access for visitors, new jobs, and stimulation of local businesses will benefit the city. Restaurant owners, entrepreneurs and managers of other facilities along H Street showed the reporters around the neighborhood, described how it has changed, and spoke about their challenges and successes in transforming a depressed and dangerous area into a desirable place to live and to visit.


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Hi All,
First, Mods please let me know if this isn't appropriate, but I thought it might be of interest to Salonistas...
My father-in-law owns a house in Tuscany which he rents occasionally to vacationers. It's just outside a tiny hilltop village which is located between Viareggio and Lucca in the foothills of the Appenine Alps.
It sleeps 6-8, has an inground pool, maid service, cooking on demand, and acres of olive groves. Really a nice spot that he had restored from the ground up.
For the past few years I've kept a bike over there to ride when we get the chance to spend time there, and I can vouch that it's some of the nicest riding you'll do anywhere, with roads that have featured in recents Giros, as well as the annual G.P. Camaiore. Not to mention the food, the beaches, etc.
If you're interested, please PM or email me and I can give you more particulars and put you in touch with my F-I-L. It would be perfect for multiple couples to go in together on for a week or two; non-cyclists have easy access to beaches, Florence, Pisa, etc. and there's a world-class Italian cooking school nearby as well.


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Cuisinart Everyday Portable Electric Tabletop Grill
Many apartment complexes don't allow gas or charcoal grills, or you don't have enough space for a full-sized grill on your tiny apartment balcony. Solution? This nifty electric tabletop grill! It's big enough to cook up to 8 hamburgers or steaks at once, and is easy to clean.
Prism Plant Stand
Ideal for small apartment balconies where you still want to do some gardening, this plant stand helps you cram a lot of foliage into a small space. Holds four 6" planters of your choice.
Redwood Stoneworks Gold Teardrop Planters
Tuck a few succulents or climbing vines in this set of three plaster planters, cut in the shape of chunky gemstones. Why shouldn't plants get a little bling action, right?
$49 at One Kings Lane | Buy
Flango Hanging Plant Pot
Even if your outdoor space is limited to a five-square-foot apartment balcony, you can still have a mini garden with this gorgeous hanging planter. Each is handmade in Canada from double powder coated galvanized steel, and is available in six colors.
$129 at Gallant and Jones | Buy
Two Level Vase
Any old grocery store floral bouquet will get an upgrade in this chic and sleek vase from Saturday. This clever vase makes an instant (and easy) arrangement, thanks to two levels.
$75 at Kate Spade Saturday | Buy
NuLoom You Say Tomato Area Rug
You say tomato, we say freaking fabulous, slightly ironic rug for your kitchen or dining room. This hand hooked rug features vibrant, oversized tomato halves on a bright blue background. Made from 100% polyester for durability.
$122 at Burke Decor | Buy
Big Sur Cabin Spray
Pretend you're camping out under the stars without leaving the creature comforts (bed, tv) of home. A spritz of Juniper Ridge's cabin spray will evoke dreams of frolicking in the forrest, thanks to scents culled from bark, moss, plants and flowers.
$65 at Juniper Ridge | Buy
Paradiso Double Hammock
There's nothing better than whiling away a summer afternoon with a good book, glass of (spiked) lemonade, and a hammock - unless, that is, that hammock's big enough for two. Wink, wink.
$168 at Sundance Catalog | Buy
Kamala Birdbath
Most birdbaths trend towards the "unbelievably kitschy" side of things, but not this sleek ceramic bath. A sleek, matte black base frames the turquoise glazed bowl, and the bowl itself is easily removable for cleaning.
$160 at Crate and Barrel | Buy
Seed Bombs
Take the guesswork out of what to plant where with these fun seed bombs. Just toss them anywhere you like - no digging required! - and you'll eventually be rewarded with an assortment of wildflowers, herbs, and other plants. Just add water.
$6 at Anthropologie | Buy
Exaco Compost Bucket
If you're going to be gardening this summer, you should definitely be composting - turn those eggshells, veggie peels, and other food scraps into amazing dirt and mulch for your plants. This countertop compost crock has an old-fashioned flair to it. The lid fits snugly on top of your scraps so as not to have your kitchen smelling like eau de garbage.
Crab Garden Sculpture
What's a garden without a whimsical tchotchke or two? Crafted from used pliers, bolts, and other recycled metal parts, this cute crustacean will add a pinch (ha) of style and humor to your garden.
$35 at Uncommon Goods | Buy
Natural Wood Potting Bench
Serious about gardening? Then you'll need a potting bench to store your planters, trowels, bags of soil, and other gardening paraphernalia. This natural tropical hardwood bench features a foldout shelf for additional work space, hooks to hang tools from, and upper and lower shelves for storage.
$120 at Cost Plus World Market | Buy
Hudson Valley Herb Seeds
It's too late in the season to plant a lot of fruits and vegetables, but herbs? Those are anytime plants! This set of five packets of heirloom seeds includes: Gigante d'Italia Parsley, Mammoth Dill, Summer Savory, Cilantro, and Basil Bouquet. Just add water, soil, and sun for a bountiful harvest of fresh green herbs.
Geo Planter
Children's Gardening Tools
If your kids are eager to help you with planting and weeding, why not let them? These beechwood-handled, kid-sized gardening tools include a red powder coated steel rake, shovel, and flat spade. Just be sure to remind them which plants are weeds and which are your prized heirloom beets.
$35 at Brook Farm General Store | Buy
Dramm Garden Hose
Come on, hose, don't blend in with the grass. Stand out while you're watering the lawn, refreshing the flowers or lubing up the slip-n-slide. Dramm hoses are kink-free, too, and easy to coil.
Planter Art Slipcovers
Got a ton of mismatched planters that have seen better days, aesthetically speaking, but are still functional? Instead of laboriously painting each one, do what you did with your old sofa: Slipcover it! Priced at $7-$20, depending on size, and available in three cheery floral prints, they're an easy way to update your pots and planters for spring and summer blooms.
$20 at Gardener's Supply Company | Buy
Copper Vertical Wall Planter
Gardeners short on patio space will love this modern update on traditional planters: It hangs easily on any wall, creating a living green wall (currently beloved by so many landscape designers) that adds dimension and color to any space. Plant your favorite succulents, herbs, vines and more, and watch them come to life. Bonus: The copper will develop a natural patina over time.
$185 at Williams Sonoma | Buy
A Chippmunk In The House
Hear that? If you hush the children and strain your ears, out yonder in the distance, birds are chirping against a clear, blue sky. Spring! It's here! Or, almost here, but seriously, just around the corner! Besides all of that green grass, Easter candy and extended sunshine, spring signals the beginning of Occasion Season. Passover, First Communions, Mother's Day and Father's Day- not to mention all of the sudden birthday parties, showers and cookouts that will pop up out of nowhere. You need to get your gifting act together, and soon, without breaking the budget and going crazy bouncing from store to store. Lucky for you, you know a certain Chippmunk. Chippmunk organizes the best deals and coupons online in one tidy, convenient place for you. Shop by brand (I'm thinking load up on hostess gifts at Williams-Sonoma) or by price (splurge on flowers for mom at ProFlowers) and have your springtime gifts all mapped out in front of you, saving big time bucks, not to mention precious time, along the way. And wouldn't you rather spend that time outdoors, anyway?
Bag Planter
Zero yard space is no longer an excuse for skipping a garden. Grow vertically, thanks to the bag planter from West Elm. This handy hanger will fit in pretty much anywhere, and is also useful if you want to keep your plants up and away from little hands (or paws).
Flower And Herb Dryer
Go green in the kitchen by drying your very own flowers and herbs. This round, hanging dryer is a beautful addition to any localvore's home.
$22 at Spoon Sisters | Buy
Sky Planter Ceramic Triple Pack
Dangle sky plants from your ceiling for instant earthy appeal. This trio of planters designed by Boskke are the perfect containers for such funky foliage.
$109 at neo-utility | Buy
Circle Pot
Upgrade those sad looking plastic pots on your porch. Place your perennials in a few Circle Pots and feel proud about your excellent taste and green thumb.
Alessi Kiwi Watering Can
The coolest can out there. Water your plants with true modern style thanks to Alessi. Available in other cool colors, we're partial to the striking kelly green.
Talk With Chalk Mugs
You�re not really a morning person, preferring to keep conversation to a minimum at the breakfast table. With this set of ceramic mugs, you can send your significant other short messages with chalk.
$28 at ThreadSence | Buy
(Set of 4)
Sly Fox Knocker
Make a foxy first impression. Greet guests with this sly fox knocker for a whimsical alternative to your ordinary, run-of-the-mill doorbell.
$24 at Anthropologie | Buy
Duo Modern Hanging Bird Feeder
Take your love of mid-century modern design outdoors and give your feathered friends a deluxe spot to dine. This sleek feeder will be all the talk of the backyard.
$95 at Joe Papandick | Buy
Garden Gnome Shaker Set
Not just for your garden, gnomes bring a little kitsch to your outdoor table. This porcelain shaker set is perfect for salt and pepper with a dash of whimsy.
$9 at House 8810 | Buy
Marin Blue Dinnerware
Outdoor dining doesn�t require paper plates and plastic cutlery. Set the table in soft sky blue. Just add coffee and your favorite breakfast for an absolutely serene spring morning.
$115 at Crate and Barrel | Buy
Gingham Check Napkins
Opt for cloth instead of paper napkins for your next warm weather gathering. Gingham adds instant picnic style to your outdoor table. Mix it up with red and blue for a patriotic twist.
$33 at Pottery Barn | Buy
(Set of 6)
Authentic Bocce Ball Set
Kick off your first annual summertime bocce ball tourney with this authentic set made in Italy, where they know a thing or two about bocce. Or, just encourage some friendly competition at your next backyard barbeque.
$155 at The Wildflower Seed & Tool Company | Buy
Thomas Paul Portland Dinner Plate
Be prepared for summer block parties with this set of nature-inspired and nature- friendly outdoor dinnerware. The best part? No broken dishes when an impromptu football game sends a stray ball in your direction.
$44 at All Modern | Buy
Solar Powered Radio
Whether you�re dining in the backyard or on a full-fledged picnic, you�ll need some tunes. This radio is powered by the sun, making it perfect for outdoor festivities of all sorts.
$35 at Brook Farm General Store | Buy
Paddle Salad Servers
For generous servings of leafy spinach or romaine, ordinary salad servers just won�t do. Use these mango wood paddles to scoop up refreshing salad greens with panache. Bonus points are awarded if you�ve grown your own ingredients.
$24 at Anthropologie | Buy
Porch Parties
If you�re in need of some outdoor inspiration, look no further. From cocktails to canap�s, Denise Gee�s guide is filled with photographs and recipes for planning your next porch party. Now, will you be serving Tipsy Tea or June Bug Mocktails?
$17 at Chronicle Books | Buy
Recycled Glass Lanterns
When that afternoon garden party inevitably continues past sunset, these recycled glass lanterns turn dining at night into a festive evening gathering.
($20 for Set of 3)
Yellowstone Picnic Basket
Add style to the quintessential summer outing with the Yellowstone Picnic Basket. Fully equipped with the basics, just add food, invite a few friends and head outdoors.
Grassy Rug
Green up your patio, or bring the outside in with this shag rug. Either way, you�ll enjoy this cozy alternative to actual grass, minus the maintenance.
$98 at Grandinroad | Buy
Butterfly Dish
Stray paperclips, keys and all sorts of odds and ends will gather nicely in this cast iron butterfly dish. With an almost Rorschach quality to it, it also makes an interesting piece of d�cor all on its own.
$28 at Jayson Home | Buy
Vintage Silverware Garden Markers
With Earth Day coming up, give some thought to planting your own garden. Mark your veggies with this lovely set of hand hammered vintage silverware. Earth Day Bonus: A portion of Wooden Hive�s annual sales are donated to the Honey Bee Conservancy.
$19 at Wooden Hive | Buy
By the Pint Dishtowel
New dishtowels are a great way to freshen up your kitchen. Add the vibrant artwork of legendary artist Vera Neumann, and you might just forget winter hasn�t quite made an exit.
$6 at Crate and Barrel | Buy
Chalkboard Garden Stakes
Mineral Beauty
The New Terrarium
Hanging Flower Box
Festivities Glass
One margarita, extra salt. Make that two.
$8 at Anthropologie | Buy
Red Retro Metal Lawn Chair
It's a little too shiny now, but wait until you put a few cigarettes out on the seat.
Hardwood Garden Stakes
You could make these yourself, but are you gonna? Probably not.
Solar Lanterns
Solar-powered modernists lanterns for the garden or deck.
Folding Yard Cart
It's about the size of a standard wheelbarrow, except you can lay it flat on the ground and rake leaves or weeds directly into it. Plus, it's lightweight for lifting and folds up for easy storage.
Washable Leather Garden Gloves
It's better not to touch the dirt directly. It's dirty.
$25 at Sprout Home | Buy
Heirloom Seed Collection
Everything tasted better 100 years ago.
Handmade 'Dove Nesting Box'
$44 at Nature Inspired Craft | Buy
Foldable Birdhouse
$5 at Sprout Home | Buy
Green Wool Nest
$40 at Sprout Home | Buy
Orion Anno Bird Feeder
Clear Watering Globe
Indoor Pour & Store Watering Can
This OXO watering can has a reversible spout that fits snug against the body when you need to tuck it under the kitchen sink.
Eva Solo Luxury Birdbath
$184 at Bobby Berk Home | Buy
LittleHouse Bird House
This? This is the little birdhouse in my soul.
$63 at MacPdesign | Buy
Bonsai Shears
She'd never buy them for herself, but you know she'd love using them.
$32 at Paxton Gate | Buy
Cast Iron Rabbit
Iron bunny! Breathtaking juxtaposition.
Flower Boxes
Tissue paper flowers that you fluff upon arrival.
Garden Dribble
Tool for planting bulbs and seeds.
$20 at Wood Elements | Buy
Jellyfish Cutout Vase
The perfect bridesmaid gift for a laid-back beach wedding.
$48 at Pretty Random Objects | Buy
Lotus Porcelain
Envirosax Flora Series Pouch
I saw this fun reusable shopping bag in O Magazine, but of course it was sold out by the time I got there. Then I realized you could buy a "pouch" of each design series. I got five bright bags in all the floral prints they offer, for only $5 each. (They also offer an intriguing black and white series.)
Now I can match my bag to my T-shirt at the farmer's market, which is crucial.
Shoe-Cleaning Hedgehog
Hedgehogs are the next garden gnomes.
$90 at Design Within Reach | Buy
Solar Lantern
Pop-Up Forest
I love the idea of home accessories that change with the seasons, but I'm not really into windsocks.
This gold-plated pop-up forest casts gorgeous shadows if you place it in front of candlelight, or it could make for understated holiday decoration.
$150 at Melissa Borrell | Buy
Small Danish Terrarium
$129 at Pop Deluxe | Buy
Glavi Planter
Finish Line Doormat
Last one home's a rotten egg!
$34 at Greener Grass Design | Buy
Plant Pod
$98 at Branch Home | Buy
Ornithological Modern Bird House
$88 at Sprout Home | Buy
Red Pomegranate Bud Vase
A vase that makes a backyard weed look elegant.
$64 at Whitney Smith Pottery | Buy
Fire Cube
$450 at Bobby Berk Home | Buy
Magical Air Plant
Does your apartment have air? Great. If you kill these, house plants are officially allergic to you.
$80 at Viva Terra | Buy
Constance Vase
$180 at The W Hotel Store | Buy
Lighted Garden Nozzle
ON SALE Reg. $18
I can't help but think this could be used for something so much kinkier than garden care.
$9 at Restoration Hardware | Buy
Kiwi Watering Can
$49 at Zinc Details | Buy
Terra Cotta Water Stakes
Give your plants a fighting chance.
$13 at Gardener's Supply Company | Buy
(For a set of four.)
Steckling Planter
The neighbor's cat keeps knocking your pots off the ledge. Of your eigth-floor walk up. You're worried about the doorman.
$55 at Rephorm Haus | Buy
(Price converted from Euros.)
Succulent Garden
$21 at Smith And Hawken | Buy
Indoor Shitake Mushroom Garden
Pick your own mushrooms without all that worry about poisoning yourself.
$24 at Cascadia Mushrooms | Buy
Todd Oldham� Rheo Plant
Lotus Bamboo Stem
Bamboo is lucky, pretty, and nearly impossible to kill. To hell with orchids.
$15 at Basic Green Box | Buy
(For the large.)
Large Plant Scape
Plants that can survive your travel schedule.
Step Herb Ladder
Maximize counter space, minimize your grocery bill.
$40 at Hand Picked Collection | Buy
(Price converted from British pounds.)
Vertical Garden Planting Panel
Plant a wall of ferns in your bathroom.
$60 at Smith And Hawken | Buy
Herb Window Planter
Why are you paying $5 for a bunch of basil that rots in your fridge before you even get a chance to use it?
$98 at Rephorm Haus | Buy
(Price converted from Euros.)
Indoor Wheat Grass Garden
Yes I know it's good for you. No, no thanks.
Did you put that crap in my smoothie? Yes, I can still taste it.
Yes, I know it's good for you.
$9 at The Bumble Bee Studio | Buy
Large Aloe Vera Plant
(Price converted from British pounds.)
Humidity Tray
$50 at Smith And Hawken | Buy
Grass Square
$60 at Well Dressed Home | Buy
Reclaimed Marble Garden Ball
A decorative garden ball made of reclaimed marbles. Keep a few marbles on hand so you'll have extras when the neighborhood kids start prying these free.
Garden Tools
$30 at Cooper Hewitt | Buy
Succulent Wreath
$175 at Smith And Hawken | Buy
Bear Claw Scoops
Bear claw scoops make tidying the yard so much easier. That is, if you can ignore the urge to disembowel your neighbors when they approach your young.
$15 at Plow & Hearth | Buy
Feed Birdfeeder
$89 at Greener Grass Design | Buy
Hippo Doormat
$145 at Twentieth Art & Design | Buy
Mini Greenhouse
Glass Dome
Apparently, these things are excellent for watermelon storage.
$74 at Bodie and Fou | Buy
(Price converted from British pounds.)
Blue Wire Bird Cage
Candles are easier to care for than canaries. Also, candles won't crap on your new sweater.
$175 at Conran Shop | Buy
Xenia Taler Day Garden Bumble Bee
Sketch Pet
Noyo Thermometer
25-in-1 Multipurpose Handtool
Gets rid of 25 tools in your kitchen drawer. With all that extra space you can store double the take out menus.
$15 at Pure Modern | Buy
Ceramic Orb Feeder
$19 at Olive Barn | Buy
Coolaroo Shade Sail
A tree will give you shade, in 20 years.
ON SALE Reg. $160
$105 at Backyard City | Buy
Tangerine Glass Garden Lantern
$15 at Basic Green Box | Buy
Cast Iron Doormat
Keeps dirt and tortilla chips off your feet and on the deck, where they belong.
$89 at Smith And Hawken | Buy
Terrazzolite Planters
This container can even help your half-dead geraniums look sort of cutting edge.
$150 at Jayson Home and Garden | Buy
Colorful Garden Hoses
You really only "need" one garden hose, but when there's potential for a rainbow of garden hoses on your patio? I think that's a rule changer.
$65 at Gardener's Supply Company | Buy
String On a Stand
Use this string on a stand to tie up newspapers and cardboard for recycling, to bundle branches together for disposal, or to make brown paper packages tied up with string.
$22 at Hand Picked Collection | Buy
Self-watering Flowerpot
Your plants seem to die when you look at them wrong. This self-watering flowerpot lets you go 7-10 days without watering. Give your plants a fighting chance against your forgetfulness.
$28 at Orange Skin | Buy
The Paper Potter
When you read yet another depressing story in the newspaper, symbolically bury it with this paper potter. It uses your leftover newspaper to create small, biodegradable, seedling pots for the garden.
$20 at Hand Picked Collection | Buy
(Price converted from British pounds.)
Feeder String
$40 at Uncommon Goods | Buy
Organic Wasp Trap
Despite appearances, this wasp trap doesn't actually digest insects, it attracts wasps and bees with a combination of sugar and vinegar. Also doubles as a confusing modernist BBQ centerpiece.
$30 at Unica Home | Buy
Everybody has birds in their garden, why not welcome bees? Honey bees are facing rapid extinction, so this benevolent addition will help ensure a healthy garden.
More flowers for you.
$30 at Cox and Cox | Buy
Sagaform Herb Pot Trio
Baby Grobal Self-Watering Plant Pot
$13 at Delight.com | Buy
Park Planters
Click the store link if you'd like to see the even naughtier version.
$100 at Charles and Marie | Buy
Sugahara Round Riverstone Vase
A palm-sized gift for people who pluck small weeds, leaves, and flowers on their morning walks.
$20 at Rose and Radish | Buy
Copper Rainchain with Fluted Cup
$160 at The Morikami Store | Buy
(Approximately 8.5 feet long.)
Large Bamboo Bowl
A large, colorful bamboo bowl for salads, fruit centerpieces, or storage.
From Lucky Magazine's Under $50 Guide.
$48 at Branch Home | Buy
Esque Terrarium
Hand-blown, special order terrariums – you're far less likely to kill the cactus when it's in a $600 planter.
Measurements: Small approx. H 8", Large approx. H 12"
$600 at Velocity Art and Design | Buy
(Price is for small. $800 for large.)
Laura Zindel Mugs
Choose Honeybee, Ladybeetle, or Dragonfly.
$34 at Blue House | Buy
(Holds 20 oz.)
Fatboy Headdemock Hammock
A gorgeous place to spend your weekend.
$399 at Design Public | Buy
Orb Vase
$70 at Realm Dekor | Buy
Egg Bird Feeder
$135 at Shop Grounded | Buy
Apron Red Floral
A short apron meant to hold gardening or camera gear. Step awaaaay from the fanny pack. (via Heather)
$55 at Super Fantastico | Buy
Lantern Bird House
$125 at Jonathan Adler | Buy
Ralph Birdhouse
$195 at Modern Birdhouses | Buy
Microbio Vase Collection
This Atomic Age-inspired vase was designed by Annaliese Levaggi. It comes in orange, black, turquoise, light blue, and yellow, and is available in three different sizes.
$23 at Lekker Home | Buy
($23 for small vase, $30 for medium)
Gloss Orange Planter
Ceramic, no hole at the bottom.
$14 at Sprout Home | Buy
(4.5 x 4.5 x 4.5")
Garden Hopper
Green thumb, creaky hips. This sturdy work seat lets mom scoot from flower to flower, with her tools tucked beneath her and a tall glass of iced tea in the cup holder. Much better than muddy knees.
(23" long, 13" wide and 12.5" high)
Retro Bullet Planter
For years I've been covetous of my friend's 1950s bullet planter, and now I can have a shiny new one all for myself. It's made of fiberglass and steel, and it beats the heck out of terra cotta. I like it in white with a tall succulent or unusual tropical flowers. Scoot one into that weird bare corner in your apartment, and make yourself a martini.
( Bowl 15.75"d Stand 22.75"h)
Perch Bird Feeder
Amy Adams's ceramic bird feeder is sleek, functional, and easy to hang. Fill it with seed, and the finches will flock to admire your good taste.
$96 at Velocity Art and Design | Buy
( W 7.5" x D 6.5" x H 5.0")
Cobblestone Bud Vase
Botanical Olive Branch Menorah
I know Chanukah is a long way off, but this stunning menorah could double as a candelabra. I love the symbolism of the olive branch and the respect for a branch's natural form. It's designed by Michael Aram and is crafted of oxidized bronze. You totally want it.
$210 at The Jewish Museum Shop | Buy
(17" long)
Botanical Branch with Figs
Forget the flowers, Michael Aram's fig branch sculpture makes for a gorgeous–and hardy–centerpiece. Put it on the table with a few tea lights, or set it on the mantle. Brings a sense of plenty to any room.
$130 at Room and Company | Buy
(No longer available.)
COVET: Egg Vase
Don't worry about the flowers, this vase is just fine on its own. I find it very soothing. It's a Ted Muehling design, created in 2000, and is manufactured in Germany. It is expensive, and therefore an excellent apology gift for when you really screw something up.
(About 6" high.)
Watering Can
Instead of shoving your ugly plastic watering can under the kitchen sink, why not treat yourself to one that you can display alongside the plants? This brushed stainless-steel watering can is by German designer Zack. The slim spout allows for good water control when you're caring for houseplants, but it's the clean modern lines that make it worth the price.
$97 at Quest to Design | Buy


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Slain W.Va. Sheriff to be Honored During Funeral
Written by Your 5News Team
Created on April 07, 2013 @ 3:45PM
Mingo County Sheriff Eugene Crum
DELBARTON, W.Va. (AP) - Slain southern West Virginia Sheriff Eugene Crum will be honored during a funeral service on Sunday.
The 59-year-old Mingo County sheriff was shot to death on Wednesday in a parking lot in downtown Williamson while eating lunch at his regular spot.
Chafin Funeral Home says the service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at Mingo Central High School.
Crum had been in office just three months before he was killed. He made good on campaign pledge to help rid the southern coalfields of the illegal prescription drug trade.
Police charged 37-year-old Tennis Melvin Maynard with murder in Crum's death. The motive for his death is still unclear.
Maynard also is charged with attempted murder. He's accused of pointing a gun at a deputy following a chase.
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CORNELL STEAMBOAT CO. v. COUGHLIN
Annotate this Case
- Syllabus
- Case
U.S. Supreme Court
CORNELL STEAMBOAT CO. v. COUGHLIN, 274 U.S. 751 (1927)
CORNELL STEAMBOAT COMPANY, petitioner,
John J. COUGHLIN and J. C. Davis, Director General of Railroads, etc.
No. 1047.
Supreme Court of the United States
May 31, 1927
Messrs. Robert S. Erskine and John M. Woolsey, both of New York City, for petitioner.
Messrs. Horace L. Cheyney and P. M. Brown, both of New York City, for respondents Goldrick and others.
Messrs. Leo J. Curren and George V. A. McCloskey, both of New York City, for respondent Coughlin.
Mr. Mark Ash, of New York City, for respondent Empire Brick & Supply Co.
Petition for a writ of certiorari to the United States Circuit Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit denied. [Footnote 1]
Footnote 1 No opinion filed in the Circuit Court of Appeals.[ Cornell Steamboat Co v. Coughlin 274 U.S. 751 (1927) ]
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Keeper of the Cancer Stats
How do we know if teens on the seacoast are tanning too much? Where do we turn if we suspect a cancer cluster in Bethlehem? The answers lie in the New Hampshire State Cancer Registry (NHSCR), the state's most detailed information on cancer.
Celebrating its 25th anniversary this fall, the New Hampshire State Cancer Registry (NHSCR) is an infinitely rich source of data for cancer researchers and physicians as they seek to understand cancer's complexities and mysteries, particularly with regard to cancer's impact on the citizens of New Hampshire.
On September 21, NHSCR will celebrate the anniversary and host its annual training meeting for cancer registrars at Elliot Hospital in Manchester, NH.
A cancer registry is, on its face, deceptively simple: it is a population-based cancer surveillance program for a given region – in NHSCR's case, the state of New Hampshire—that collects incidence data on all cancer cases diagnosed or treated in the region. NHSCR currently collects cancer reports from hospital registrars in all the large hospitals in New Hampshire. Hospitals with fewer than 105 cases per year generally do not have their own cancer registry, but NHSCR staff helps these hospitals with some of their reporting duties to make the registry as complete as possible. NHSCR also receives case reports from physician practices, free standing radiation oncology centers, out-of-state pathology laboratories, and other sources. In addition, the NHSCR receives case reports for New Hampshire residents who are diagnosed outside the state, based on inter-state data exchange agreements.
"Having local data is more important than a lot of people might think," says Judy Rees, BM, BCh, MPH, PhD, who has directed the New Hampshire registry since 2004, taking over from prior director Robert Greenberg, MD . "One of the most important things that a registry can show is that local areas can have different rates of different kinds of cancer compared to other areas. That can point to local activities health care workers need to be involved in."
An example is a statistically significant cluster of pancreatic and breast cancer cases centered in the northern New Hampshire town of Bethlehem, which was uncovered using NHSCR data. While no environmental causes for the local clusters were found, the investigation by the Department of Health and Human Services led to some very productive interactions and collaborations with community groups.
Melanoma prevention success story
Rees points to New Hampshire's higher-than-average rate of melanoma among young women as an example of NHSCR's utility. Collected in partnership with the New Hampshire Environmental Public Health Tracking Program, NHSCR data revealed that the 2002-2006 melanoma rate for New Hampshire females aged 15-39 was 38 percent higher than that of non-Hispanic whites nationally in that age group, according to a comparison with data from the Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) Program, the primary source for cancer statistics in the United States. While some of this striking increase likely resulted from improved case ascertainment practices in New Hampshire, the marked difference in NH/SEER ratios for this group suggested a real change in melanoma rates in this group in the state.
The most likely explanation for a true incidence increase of the magnitude seen may relate to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) exposure, the leading cause of melanoma. The NHSCR data provided the New Hampshire Comprehensive Cancer Collaboration's Sun Safety Work Group (SSWG) with evidence to reinforce their work on the topic of teens and tanning. SSWG's projects include increasing awareness of the dangers of indoor tanning and working to strengthen the laws around teens and tanning. SSWG teamed up with New England Melanoma Foundation to present a Teen Tanning forum on March 23, 2011 in Concord, NH, for NH High school students, informing them of the dangers, especially melanoma, associated with indoor tanning.
"There's very little you can do in the cancer prevention world without data," states Dr. Rees.
NHSCR data have also supported dozens of published research studies and several prevention programs and activities, including the work of Margaret Karagas, PhD, co-director of NCCC's Cancer Epidemiology and Chemoprevention Research Program, on the linkages between arsenic and non-melanoma skin cancer.
The importance to cancer research
"The registry's data are very useful as a basis for generating studies," notes Bob Greenberg, MD, now with the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle. He worked with New Hampshire registries since the 1970s, when Frank Lane, MD, one of the founders of Norris Cotton Cancer Center, established a tumor registry for New Hampshire and Vermont that served as a model for NHSCR, which was then founded by Dan Freeman, PhD.
The initial reports were two-part paper forms. "I would visit all 29 hospitals in New Hampshire quarterly and review pathology reports and discharge disease indices for completeness of case finding," said Shirley Foret, CTR, the first cancer registrar for NHSCR. "The facility was responsible for submitting any cases that were missed." Foret also visited individual pathology labs and mental health facilities as well as Vermont hospitals to ensure accurate reporting of cancer cases in the state.
Timely reporting of cancer statistics
Today, NHSCR has an innovative, two-phase reporting system. An initial "rapid" report provides the most elemental aspects of case identification and is submitted within 45 days of diagnosis. A definitive case report is transmitted within 180 days from the date of diagnosis, and includes more detailed information, such as treatment and staging information. Timely reporting is essential for registry activities.
NHSCR is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Program of Cancer Registries (NPCR) through a cooperative agreement awarded to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health Services, Bureau of Disease Control and Health Statistics, Health Statistics and Data Management Section.
September 24, 2012
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The FIM and the GP Commission have released a new set of sporting and disciplanary and technical rules for the upcoming 2013, 2014 and 2015 seasons, including addressing several controversial issues that have been on the table.
After several years of discussions, the GP Commission has finally come up with a Penalty Point system to punish offenders that have been repeatedly warned and/or penalized for their bad behaviour on track (like Marc Marquez and Niklas Ajo this season).
Following the starting grid tire warmer muck-up at the Misano GP which cost Dani Pedrosa his title chances, the Commission once again confirmed the one minute board, but have decided to drop the red flag after the sighting lap, which could mean that certain riders will no longer linger riding around the track before lining up on the starting grid making everyone wait.
As previously expected, CRT teams will be receiving a "softer" rear tire from Bridgestone after complaints from the teams that they were never able to use the harder compound because they couldn't generate enough heat in them and so they only had one option to choose from instead of two.
Following the numerous and unsubstantiated allegations that Marc Marquez's team had been cheating - as they were accused of being able to overriding the quickshifter function by preventing a fuel power cut on his motorcycle with a special map. The technical specifications on quick-shifters were not addressed in the previous Moto2 regulations they will again be submitted for approval by the Technical Director, but they rule does mention 'systems' and whether this includes mapping remains unclear.
Following Jorge Lorenzo's crash at Valencia where it seemed that James Ellison didn't let him pass despite the blue flags, the teams will have to mount a new dashboard that duplicates the various coloured flag signals waved by the marshalls. It will be optional in 2013 and mandatory in 2014.
The FIM statement adds that new Ducati test rider Michele Pirro will have wild-card MotoGP rides at Jerez, Mugello and Misano next year, while Martin Bauer has been granted a wild-card MotoGP entry for Brno for "Schwarz & Bronnen".
FIM Road Racing World Championship Grand Prix - Decision of the Grand Prix Commission
The Grand Prix Commission, composed of Messrs. Carmelo Ezpeleta (Dorna, Chairman), Ignacio Verneda (FIM Executive Director, Sport), Herve Poncharal (IRTA) and Takanao Tsubouchi (MSMA) in the presence of Javier Alonso (Dorna), Mike Trimby (IRTA, Secretary of the meeting), Paul Duparc (FIM) and Mike Webb (Race Director), in a meeting held on 13 December 2012 in Madrid, made the following decisions.
Sporting and Disciplinary Regulations - Effective immediately:
It has been recognised that there is the need to address the problem of riders who are constantly being warned or penalised for endangering other riders or committing other serious offences like assaulting marshals or other officials. To address this issue a new system of Penalty Points was approved. Race Direction can sanction a rider with a number of Penalty Points between one and ten. This can be instead of or in addition to any other sanction. Points will "tot up" during the season and when certain thresholds are reached the following sanctions will be applied automatically:
- Four Points - Starts next race from rear of grid.
- Seven Points - Starts next race from pit lane.
- Ten Points - Disqualification from the next event.
Once the ten point sanction has been imposed then points reset to Zero. Points are not carried forward to the following season.
Several changes to the start procedure were approved:
- Pit lane opening will be accompanied by a green flag at the pit exit in addition to the existing green light.
- No red flag will be displayed in front of the grid at the conclusion of the sighting lap.
- Tyre warmers must be removed immediately on display of the one minute board.
Following approval of the new qualifying procedure for the MotoGP class it is also necessary to determine the criteria for actual qualification to take part in the race - the 107% rule. To be allowed to take part in the actual qualifying sessions a rider must achieve a time better than 107% of the fastest rider in any of the four free practice sessions. It is no longer possible to qualify for the race based on a time set in the warm up. Riders who are appointed as substitutes for an injured rider after some free practice sessions have taken place and have not achieved the 107% cut off will still be allowed to participate in Qualifying Practice 1 where they must achieve a qualifying time.
Failure of riders participating in their first event of the season to attend the FIM briefing may attract a penalty but will no longer result in automatic disqualification.
The responsibility for switching on red rear lights in rain conditions now rests with the teams. No boards will be displayed.
It is no longer a requirement for the team to be notified and acknowledge the imposition of a ride through penalty due to a jump start. The requirement will be displayed at the start line to the rider and included on the information page of the timekeeping monitors.
There is no longer a minimum fine that can be imposed by Race Direction. The maximum fine is now fixed at €50,000.00
Technical Regulations - MotoGP Class -Effective Immediately:
Carbon Composite wheels are not permitted. (As is already the case for Moto3 and Moto2).
The exception granted to CRT entries in 2012 to permit use of brake disks of a different diameter than the 320mm specified in the regulations will not be extended to 2013.
A revised allocation of tyres will be introduced. In principle, riders will receive an additional rear tyre and the "soft" front tyre offered as an option in 2012, but not used, will no longer be available. In that case, the exception concerning allocations of different grades of front tyres at certain specified circuits will be cancelled. The decision on the precise make up of the allocation will be taken following the official test at Sepang on 5-7 February.
In this context, the official supplier will be making available a "softer" rear tyre for use by CRT entries.
Effective 2014:
A procedure for homologation of the "frozen" engine specifications was approved. It was confirmed that this regulation does not apply to CRT entries and that different teams using the same brand of MSMA machine could have engines homologated with different specifications.
Effective 2015:
Maximum prices permitted to be charged for the supply of brakes and suspension will be imposed. Investigations are also being carried out with a view to capping charges for "service contracts" for the same products.
Moto3 and Moto2 Classes - Effective Immediately:
Moto2 class quick-shifter systems must be approved by the Technical Director.
The allocation of tyres for the Moto2 class is changed. In future riders will have the following maximum numbers available:
8 front tyres of the two standard specifications.
9 rear tyres of the two standard specifications
The actual specifications will be determined by the official supplier and all riders will receive equal allocations.
Front race numbers on Moto3 and Moto2 machines must have a separation of minimum 10mm between double digit numbers. Reflective backgrounds are not permitted.
Effective 2014:
To ensure that teams in the Moto3 are supplied with engines of the same specification at a reasonable price it has been agreed that engines will be supplied via the series organisers and distributed randomly. Engines will not be returned for maintenance but having completed normal mileage will be retained by teams for other purposes or sale on.
Discussions are continuing about the maximum number of engines allowed and the routine, minor engine maintenance to be permitted and a final regulation will be announced during the 2013 Qatar GP.
Maximum prices will be imposed for complete Moto3 class machines and maximum prices will be specified for chassis and major components for Moto3 and Moto2 class machines. Again, final regulations will be announced during the 2013 Qatar GP.
All Classes -Effective 2014:
In 2013 Dorna will introduce a new timekeeping transponder that will have the ability to display on the dashboard additional information for the rider. Most importantly, this will include the ability to duplicate flag signals. Use of a compatible dashboard is mandatory from 2014 and optional in 2013.
In the Moto2 class the use of an updated Lambda sensor will be compulsory
Effective 2015:
FIM homologation standards for all racing wheels were approved in principle. Final standards will be announced at the Qatar GP
Other Matters
The Commission confirmed acceptance of all MotoGP class CRT entries on the provisional 2013 entry list. The Commission approved various MotoGP wild card entries:
Michel Pirro - Ducati - Jerez, Mugello and Misano
Martin Bauer - Schwarz & Bronnen - Brno


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Jan. 31, 2013
Overall thoughts on the game
"It wasn't pretty. I thought sometimes, we really looked good, we ran the ball and got some easy baskets. Other times, we just missed some easy shots in the paint. Overall, our defense did a great job holding in those last three minutes and we were able to come out with a win."
On winning a close game and extending the winning streak away from home
"I think you have to gain confidence when you win close games. We were in a close game with East Carolina and weren't able to pull it out. It's nice to be able to pull this one out when the game was one and two points in those last two minutes. I thought we used the clock well, we got to the free throw line and did some good things there. There's always a confidence booster and you learn from everything."
On what happened after Tulane went ahead by 10 and UCF was able to rally
"They got in the paint a little bit. (Briahanna) Jackson got in the lane a little bit and did some great things, but we just went cold offensively. That's when we got shots and just couldn't hit them. For them, they got easy shots in the paint and got to the free throw line."
On giving up 27 to Briahanna Jackson, but limiting the rest of the team to a combined 28 points
"We would have liked to limit her too, but she really had a fabulous night tonight. I thought she looked to put the team on her shoulders and we did do a nice job with everyone else, especially their post playing coming in off a double-double. Players get hot on us and we're not able to respond. That's been a weakness for us and we have to be able to adjust."
On a short turnaround and playing at Houston on Saturday
"I think Houston is one of those games that has turned into a little bit of a rivalry. We're close to each other. It'll be good and we'll have a great crowd. Our kids like to go to Houston and play. This is a game where I'm glad we came out with a win. Now we can just put it behind us and move on."


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"It's another warning signal to go slower, and make sure you have worked out all the glitches before you roll out a new system," Dan Jaffe, executive vice president of the marketing group the Association of National Advertisers, told the news site, adding, "People have a lot of faith in the Internet right now. But if that gets undermined, there could be a very adverse effect."
Between January 12 and March 25, ICANN received applications for 839 top-level domain names, but it is unclear how many will be approved, the report said. Nonetheless, critics say that any significant increase would likely result in bogus sites. For its part, the online organization says that it has a number of protections in place to prevent cybersquatting and other trademark infringement, and that the price tag for a top-level domain - usually about $18,500 - is likely too large for fraudsters to afford.
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Testimony begins in case of man accused of killing Renisha McBride
DETROIT (WXYZ) - Testimony began Wednesday in the trial of Theodore Wafer who shot and killed 19-year-old Renisha McBride.
Defense attorney Cheryl Carpenter says McBride was aggressively "banging" on Wafer's front and side doors, leading Wafer to believe several people were trying to break into his Dearborn Heights house.
Wafer is charged with Second Degree Murder.
In their opening statement, prosecutors showed jurors a photograph of McBride laying dead on Wafer's porch after she had been shot in the face. The photo brought gasps from the packed courtroom.
Prosecutors then played his call to 911.
We're told Wafer had been sleeping in a recliner and didn't call police before the shooting because he couldn't find his cell phone, but after the shooting Wafer found it in his back pocket.
According to investigators, McBride was intoxicated and crashed her car about two miles from where Wafer lives.
Carmen Beasley heard the crash that damaged her husband's parked car. Beasley says they tried to help McBride who had a bloody hand and appeared to have a head injury, but she says McBride couldn't even remember her phone number, seemed scared, disoriented and eager to go home.
McBride eventually walked away from the crash site before police or EMS arrived.
It has not yet been explained how McBride made her way from the crash scene to Wafer's house. It's possible she simply walked.
McBride and Wafer were strangers.
Monica McBride, Renisha's mother, was first on the stand Wednesday and testified that they live in a corner house. It seemed as if prosecutors might be trying to suggest that McBride may have mistaken Wafer's house for her own.
In the months leading up to the trial, it has also been said that Renisha was knocking on Wafer's home because she needed help.
Wafer's defense attorneys contend that McBride was pounding on the doors and that scared him in the early hours of November 2, 2013.
Wafer eventually opened his front door, but not the screen door, and shot McBride.
Wafer's defense attorney claims McBride had been banging on the door so strongly that it knocked the screen door's insert out of place. They say Wafer fired after a figure startled him.
The figure was McBride.
Prosecutors say it was not McBride that dislodged the screen door insert, but rather the blast from Wafer firing his shotgun that knocked it out of place.
"I don't have to prove that he intended to kill anyone, and it's not the people's position that he did intend to kill," said Wayne County Assistant Prosecutor Danielle Hagaman-Clark. It's the people's position that he knowingly created the situation that death or great bodily harm was likely to occur."
It's possible Wafer will take the stand in his own defense.
Testimony will resume 9:00 Thursday morning.
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College Hockey:Denver Recaptures Glory, But Can't Capture Frozen Four Spot
Given the chance to do it all over again, George Gwozdecky would do it the same way.
The Denver coach has looked at the videotape of the third period of last Saturday's 5-3 loss to Michigan in the NCAA quarterfinals, but didn't see anything that his team did poorly to allow the Wolverines to take the lead and the game away.
Maybe that makes it a little tougher to digest the game that ended the Pioneers' hopes at a national championship. The talent was there, the skill was there, but, on that night, the third-period goals weren't.
They took a one-goal lead into the third period against Michigan, but saw the Wolverines make the key plays to turn the game around. What they didn't see was any of their players make a big play in return.
Still, while a team can sometimes be defined by its last game, Gwozdecky, a few days removed from his team's ouster, won't let the Pioneers' exit cloud a stellar season.
"The highs far outnumber the lows," he said. "The highs of winning tough games, of playing against great competition in this league and being able to be successful, of getting the No. 1 label attached to us and learning how to deal with it and how to play with it — all these things made us a better team."
Denver won 32 games and the WCHA's regular-season and playoff titles this season, awakening one of college hockey's slumbering giants. Not since the 1985-86 season has a Pioneers team been so successful. DU had only one stellar team in the 1970s, the 1977-78 team that won 33 games.
The Pioneers won four NCAA titles in the 1960s, and talk this year centered around this Denver team having the best chance to link those two eras in program history.
"What this team accomplished this year really brought back great memories," Gwozdecky said. "What this team did this year has restored an awful lot of interest and excitement in the program and support, from not only the city of Denver, but more specifically our hockey alumni across the country."
The task now for the Pioneers to avoid the pitfalls of the 1977-78 and 1985-86 teams. Each time, the program had a fall from grace the season after, returning to the .500 level.
As far away as it appears now for the Pioneers, next season could yield some of the same results as this year.
Goaltenders Wade Dubielewicz and Adam Berkhoel are set to return, and only one of this year's top 10 scorers is a senior. Chris Paradise will leave after a 41-point season, third-best on the team.
While the Pioneers' future offensive production looks promising, Gwozdecky is justifiably nervous about the possibility of some of his top forwards leaving early. Junior Kevin Doell and sophomore Connor James topped the team's scoring chart, and each is undrafted.
If his team manages to stay together through the offseason, though, Gwozdecky is confident in the chances for a similar 2002-03 season.
"This team next year is going to have even greater goals set for themselves, I would think," Gwozdecky said, "based on what this team was able to accomplish this year, and what we weren't able to accomplish. … On paper, we should be as good, if not better.
"That's something that you have to guard against. The chemistry and the leadership we had this year was outstanding. And you're never sure how that's going to develop and how that's going to carry over to the next class."
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