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Kovacs P034-077 Chrome 4 Light Drum Pendant from the Bling Bling Collection
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Four Light Drum Pendant from the Bling Bling Collection
- Chrome metal drum shade
- Drum shades offer a simple, elegant design for any room
- Designed to cast light both upwards and downwards
- Capable of being dimmed - allowing you to set your desired illumination levels when used with dimmable bulbs
- Includes 6' of wire
- Minimum Height: 17.5 The minimum height product needs to hang using included chains or rods
- Maximum Height: 53.5 The maximum height the product needs to hang using included chains or rods
- Suitable for dry locations
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- Bulb Base - Medium (E26): The E26 (Edison 26mm), Medium Edison Screw, is the standard bulb used in 120-Volt applications in North America. E26 is the most common bulb type and is generally interchangeable with E27 bulbs.
- Compatible Bulb Types: Nearly all bulb types can be found for the E26 Medium Base, options include Incandescent, Fluorescent, LED, Halogen, and Xenon / Krypton.
- Number of Bulbs: 4
- Bulb Base: Medium (E26)
- Bulb Type: Incandescent
- Bulb Included: No
- Watts Per Bulb: 100
- Wattage: 400
- Dimmable: Yes
- Height: 9.5"
- Width: 22"
- Canopy Width: 5"
- Wire Length: 72"
- Energy Star: No
- UL Listed: Yes
- UL Listed - Indicates whether a product meets standards and compliance guidelines set by Underwriters Laboratories. This listing determines what types of rooms or environments a product can be used in safely.
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The Kovacs GK P034 is adjustable.
Is the length adjustable or does it only come with a 16.5 inch hanging rod?
A. The Kovacs GK P034 is adjustable.
The Kovacs GK P034 diffuser can be removed if needed.
Can the diffuse be removed?
A. The Kovacs GK P034 diffuser can be removed if needed.
The Kovacs GK P034 is 22" in diameter.
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A. The Kovacs GK P034 is 22" in diameter.
The Kovacs GK P034 can be dimmed with incandescent lamps only. Fluorescent lamps have the wrong cycle and will buzz when dimmed.
can this be put on a dimmer?
A. The Kovacs GK P034 can be dimmed with incandescent lamps only. Fluorescent lamps have the wrong cycle and will buzz when dimmed.
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TC TO JOSEPH NEUBERG ; 28 July 1855; DOI: 10.1215/lt-18550728-TC-JN-01; CL 30: 12-15
Chelsea, 28 july, 1855—
Dear Neuberg,— I am likely to be out on Sunday night;1 therefore come on Monday, if you can. Indeed any night after, so far as I know.
By great luck I lighted lately on the Title of Stille's Book (Stille was one of the intimates at Rheinsberg,2 a man of real sense on military and other matters); I have read many valuable excerpts from it, but could never know whether it was more than a ms. till now! Here it is:
"Campagnes du Roi (de Prusse?), avec des reflexions sur les causes des evénemens. 8 vo. 1762" (no Place, nor do I know whether with Stille's name or not).3— I wish you would look in the Museum Catalogue, King's Library first; and, if possible, get me the Ticket of this Book.4
Secondly, I want some examination of the English Newspapers in reference to the Battle of Dettingen;5—very cursory examination, with an eye (as usual) to human details. Date is 27 june 1743. In the Gentleman's Magazine for july 1743 (p. 387 of the Volume) is a letter;6 this I can see, if needful, at the London Library. On the whole do not bother much about Dettingen: we shall need Fontenoy7 &c, and not too much about any.— Suppose you try too in April 1741; after his Majesty's speech upon Pragc Sanction and £300,000 to a much injured Queen of Hungary8 (I think 8 April O.S.);9—and what an English able editor thinks of the thing? This also rather slightly, than profoundly.
My Note Paper is wearing done10 again. It was always too thin, cottony, and unsatisfactory in comparison. If the Stationer wd take this kind of paper (this, and no mistake), and fold a lot of it (in the way this leaf is folded) in quarto form,—and paint the edges of it red,—that would do excellently for Note Paper. I send this as specimen both of paper and shape;—and will not go to the other leaf at all, therefore.
Yours ever truly,
T. Carlyle
Jenkins (Trading or Smuggling and buccaneering Sea-Captain) his Ears cut off, and laid before the British Parlt (signal to Spanish War of 174011
1. "Cut off," date is june 1731, "About this time we heard," &c—suppose May 1731 to be the time of the actual transaction in the West Indies? Exact day, if such can be got (reference to Salmon,12 is in (t.o. [turn over]) p. 2 of what I now write)
2o. Ears shewn to House of Commons (Jenkins there), "t.o." for what I know of that. Ten times over have I seen the thing talked of, but never with any date, specification or clear evidence; generally with this tailpiece: "Hon. Member. And what did you think, Mr Jenkins?— Jenkins. I thot of my king and country and the laws of England." (Hear, hear).
The Index to the Gentlemans Magazine may perhaps direct a little. Still more probably Index to the Commons Journals.13— — Old Newspapers can hardly fail to give some account of the scene.
6/8 March, 1739, Discussion of terms of the question were abt "some address to the King" (War underneath) the question, War with Spain? 400 members had taken their seats before 8 a.m; Walpole spoke, Pitt spoke &c14 (Walpole still prevailed, "Peace if possible"; but by a small majority): Was this the day when Jenkins actually presented his ears to the admiration of mankind,—ears cut off him, in his own ship, by those bloody Spaniards, in 1731 (full account in the old Newspapers of June 1731; or copied (?) in Salmon's Chronological Historian (2 small 8vo's, London 1748) ii,246); but now for the first time offered in ipso corpore [bodily form] (preserved in salt all this while)?15—
(Jenkins did, to all appearance, actually lose his ear or ears; and possibly rather deserved it: but these were not his ears; only a pious fraud of them. Great laughter ensued by and by, after the first horror was over, in consequence.— I would fain see the matter cleared into definite certainty (Thackeray's Chatham I,32 quotes what Fredk says of Jenkins's ear (vague laughter at the vague rumour);—but says nothing more of the matter. Nor does Coxe that I remember.16

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What is "floating" a quilt top, and how do I do it?
"Floating" refers to a method of loading your quilt to your longarm frame. You can either "fully float" your quilt top or you can "partially float" your quilt top. A quilt top that is fully floated is not pinned, zipped or otherwise attached to any of the quilting frame canvases. The quilt merely rests on the batting and backing fabric. However, it may be secured with pins or basting stitches that hold the quilt top right to the batting and backing directly. Full floating is very fast. Take care when moving along the frame of the quilt as you may distort the top with this method. You may wish to add some basting stitches or pins that penetrate all three quilt top layers near the quilt top roller, just to temporarily hold the top in place as you work.
A "partially floated" quilt top is attached to the "quilt top" canvas only. The free end of the top rests on the batting and backing, and is typically held in place with basting or pins as well. Partially floating a quilt gives you more control over the quilt top by allowing you to tighten or loosen the quilt on the roller, smoothing out puckers or wrinkles. Floating a quilt with either method allows you to quilt completely off the edge of a quilt and back on again if necessary. This is helpful with pantograph patterns or some border designs that must exit the quilt's edge.
Over the years quilters have come up with numerous quilt loading methods, as well as variations to "floating". There is not a single "right way" to load or float a quilt top. The key is to choose a process that makes sense to you and gives you results you want.
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- Now unroll your quilt top until you can align the top edge with the straight "reference line" you just stitched on the backing and batting. You may need to loosen the backing fabric and batting slightly until you can get all of the layers aligned and smooth. Secure the top edge along the stitched reference line. You can use your needle up/down feature to do a true "basting stitch" about 1-inch apart. Or you can choose to do a "running baste" by setting your stitches per inch longer. (Hint: if your quilt border or edge is a bit wobbly, use the true "basting stitch" so that you can ease in any fullness in the border as you go.)
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I'm posting this question just to be sure if my solution is correct or not.
I have a sequence $\{f_{n}\}$, where each $f_{n}:\mathbb{R}\to\mathbb{R}$ is continuous on $\mathbb{R}$ and $|f_{n}(x)|< a_{n}$ for all $n=1,2,3,\dots$ , for some sequence $a_{n}$ converges to 0. I'm trying to prove that $\frac{|f_{n}(x)|}{a_{n}}\to 0$ as $n\to\infty$.
I started with: since $|f_{n}(x)|\to 0$ as $n\to\infty$ (because $a_{n}\to 0$) for all $x\in\mathbb{R}$, this means that:
for any $\epsilon>0$ there exists $N_{\epsilon}>0$ such that $|f_{n}(x)|< \epsilon$ for all $n> N_{\epsilon}$ and all $x\in \mathbb{R}$, (uniform convergence)
Also, we can say: for any $j\in \mathbb{N}$ (by taking $\epsilon=a_{j}^{2}$) there exists $N_{j}>0$ such that $|f_{n}(x)|< a_{j}^{2}$ for all $n> N_{j}$ and all $x\in \mathbb{R}$, therefore: $$\frac{|f_{n}(x)|}{a_{n}}<\frac{a_{j}^{2}}{a_{n}} \to 0,\; as \;j\to \infty$$ for all $n>N_{j}$ and all $x$.
So, for large $n$ we have $\frac{|f_{n}(x)|}{a_{n}}\to 0$ by taking the limit as $j\to \infty$.
I think there is something wrong somewhere in my argument, if so please correct me!


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Feb. 21, 2009
Game 6 - Arizona 9, NDSU 2
TUCSON -- No. 11 Arizona rallied late, scoring eight runs in the final three innings to pull away from North Dakota State, 9-2, handing the Bison their second loss of the season.
The Cats were fueled by a five-run seventh which included three home runs. Pitcher Lindsey Sisk upped her record to 5-2, while Andi Padilla (5-1) was given her first loss of the season.
After scoring a run in 10 consecutive innings coming in, Arizona (11-2) got off to a slow start. North Dakota State pitcher Andi Padilla sat down the side in order in the top of the first. Arizona was the designated visiting team.
North Dakota State (7-2) struck first in the bottom of the second. Kelly Cantrell led off the half-inning with a walk. After an out, the Bison recorded three straight base hits, and RBI by Brea Konz and Taylor Lynn. The 2-0 deficit was the first time Arizona trailed during the Wildcat Invitational.
Arizona answered in the top of the second as Stacie Chambers hit a two out single, knocking in Brittany Lastrapes, who led off the inning with a double to right center. With two outs and the bases loaded, Laine Roth grounded into a fielder's choice to halt the rally.
The Cats grabbed the lead in the fifth when Sam Banister drilled a ball over the left field fence, a two-run jack. Banister's home run was her third of the season and earned the senior her 14th and 15th RBI. With two outs, Arizona scored an unearned run when a ground ball off the bat of Roth took a bad hop on North Dakota State third baseman Brea Konz and dribbled into the outfield, scoring Jill Malina.
Lastrapes scored her second run of the game on a leadoff solo-shot that just cleared the wall in dead center. Two batters later, Jenae Leles hit her first home run of the season. The two-run bomb gave Arizona a 7-2 lead. After Banister popped out to left field, North Dakota State pitcher Kim Westendorf, who relieved Pedilla after the Leles homer, walked Chambers. Lini Koria blasted her home with the third long ball of the inning, expanding the lead to 9-2 for the final runs.
Up Next: Arizona takes on Utah at 9 a.m. MST tomorrow. Then, the Wildcats and Bison will play in the finale of the Wildcat Invitational at 11 a.m.
Game 5 - Arizona 12, Utah 1 (5 inn.)
TUCSON--No. 11 Arizona kept its Wildcat Invitational game scores in double figures with a 14-hit attack to beat Utah, 12-1, Saturday afternoon in five innings.
Sarah Akamine pitched two-hit ball for four innings to improve to 6-0, and dropped the Utes to 0-4 in Tucson. Jennifer Martinez mopped things up in the circle for UA.
The Cats (10-2) kept their hot hitting going from the start, batting around in the bottom of the first.
It started with a double by Brittany Lastrapes, a bunt single by Lauren Schutzler, and an RBI single from Jenae Leles to put a run on the board. An out later Stacie Chambbes singled to drive in Schutzler, although Leles was thrown out at third.
Lini Koria was hit by a pitch and she and Chambers moved up on a wild pitch, with both then scoring on a double by Laine Roth. Victoria Kemp walked, and Kristen Arriola was hit by a pitch to load the bases, but pitcher Lindsey Palmer (1-1) got Lastrapes on a deep fly to center.
Angie Boardman hit a two-out home run to center to put the Utes (7-7) on the board in the top of the second. Haylee Hoch reached on an error by UA shortstop Kemp and Bonnie Muir beat out an infield hit, but Akamaine got a ground ball from Palmer to end the threat.
UA answered, with one-out singles from Leles, Sam Banister and Chambers to score pinch-runner Jill Malina, and the Koria was hit by a pitch again to load the bases. Roth drove in another run with a fielder's choice.
Arizona batted around for the second time in the third. Kristen Arriola hit her first career home run to lead off, pushing the lead to 7-1. It wasn't all. After a walk and a single, Chambers yanked her fifth bomb of the year to make it 10-1.
In the UA fourth, Utah reliever Brittany Parker loaded the bases with a walk to Arriola, a single by Schutzler and a walk to Leles. Sam Banister drew a walk to drive in a run, and Chambers dinked one down the right field line to drive in another to make it 12-1. More damage was avoided when Ute third baseman Whitney Holm turned a 5-3 double play off a ground ball by It gave Arizona runs in 10 consecutive innings during the weekend.
Game 4 - NDSU 2, Utah 0
TUCSON--North Dakota State's Randi Parks earned her first decision of the year with a shutout performance to pace the Bison to a 2-0 victory over Utah in second-day action of the Wildcat Invitational softball tournament.
Parks scattered five hits and bested Utah's Joni Cook, who also gave up five and took her fourth loss against no victories. The Utes lost their second game to NDSU (7-1) in as many days.
Utah (7-6) had a scoring opportunity taken away in the bottom of the second by a nice defensive play. After a single by Staci Hemingway and two outs, Haylee Hoch doubled to the gap in right center. But Bison centerfielder Taylor Lynn fired a throw to second baseman Elisa Victa relayed to catcher Kelly Cantrell at the plate to cut down Hemingway.
NDSU quickly countered. Rivera got a one-out bunt single and stole second, adn then Laurel Pipkin singled up the middle to plate the first run.
The Bison added another in the top of the fourth. Richel Briones singled up the middle, was sacrificed over by Jackie Currie and moved to third on a wild pitch by Joni Cook. Lynn beat out a grounder to third for the RBI single.
The Utes threatened in the seventh with two aboard after single by Sharee Fonoti and Hemingway, but Parks got Angie Boardman to fly to center for the final out.
Utah was to play Arizona in the next game of the mini-tourney, with NDSU-Arizona scheduled for the evening game


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Teams that competed last season- Torrington, Cheyenne South, Gering, Laramie, Douglas, Mitchell, Wheatland, and Scottsbluff
For those of you in the know, are the same team competing this season?
Results from last season- Douglas was first, Scottsbluff was second, and Gering was third. Douglas beat Scottsbluff by 4 points (42-38).
Do you see any suprises, if the same teams are there?


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for some reason the mouse is clicking when I don't expect it to.
for example, if I am looking at windows explorer and moving the mouse around, it selects folders and starts moving the folder to another location without me even clicking (dangerous!)
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|YDS: 5.9 French: 5c Ewbanks: 17 UIAA: VI ZA: 17 British: HVS 5a [details]
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By Mike Sofranko
Jul 10, 2001
|One of my favorite routes anywhere. Hard to imagine 3 better pitches of 5.9. There is a trick to starting P2 that will make it considerably easier than jamming the crack straight on...
By justin dubois
From: Estes Park
Feb 24, 2002
|The 5.9 first pitch is one of the best pitches on the Book. Sustained and steep!!!!!! It keeps you thinking all the way to the anchors.
By Leo Paik
From: Westminster, Colorado
Mar 13, 2002
|Big fingers makes the 1st pitch feel stiff for 5.9. Still, a great climb!
By J. Thompson
From: denver, co
Apr 9, 2002
|If you are looking for a climb with a lot of liebacking this is the route for you! You'll love every pitch!
By willem
Sep 29, 2003
|WOW! great route. continuous climbing the entire way on high quality stone. a must do for the grade!
By Kirk Woerner
Sep 30, 2003
rating: 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
|This is one of the most fun climbs I've ever done. For a solid 5.9+ leader who can climb 5.10, it's perfect. The 5.10 crux pitch I thought was one move on bomber pro, sort of a boulder problem more than anything. Pitch one is tricky and difficult to do nicely especially first thing in the morning and is now my favorite warmup pitch on the wall. Bring lots of nuts and enjoy sinking them perfectly into good rock. I think Pitch 3 is the psychological crux simply because the big arching dihedral is intimidating, yet it protects well and the feature is beautiful on the walk down as well. Simply a must do in my book.
By Errett Allen
Oct 17, 2003
rating: 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
|A variation to the third pitch is to go a bit less than halfway up the leaning dihedral, then traverse left across slab about 20-25 feet under a small overlap to a straight in, straight up crack. Then follow this crack (1 to 4 inch pro) back to the final few lieback moves in the leaning dihedral. Probably 5.9 also and good quality climbing.
By Shane Z
From: Colorado
Apr 6, 2004
rating: 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
|Awesome route. I led the first, third, and fourth pitches and enjoyed them all. Not one bad pitch on 'Loose Ends'. The second pitch, however, was the best pitch of the climb. Fun finger jams with good gear.
By Holly Barnard
Aug 2, 2004
rating: 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
|This is a great route, that doesn't seem to get as much spray as J-crack and Femp. P1 has perfect finger locks and high friction for your feet. It was one of my first 5.9 leads and protects really well. It seems like the crack always tends to have about 2 pieces of fixed gear in it. A hint for P2 would be to think about your hand placements before slotting in gear. My partner made it much more difficult for himself than it needed to be by filling up his jams. Overall, every pitch is great fun. This route shouldn't be missed!
By Lon Black
Sep 9, 2004
Wonderful route. Be sure to bring long runners.
If you want to finish the climb with some spice, the right facing dihedral that a few meters left of the cave entrance. Above the little roof (where the dihedral ends), there are three cracks. All are flaring, and the pro isn't inspiring. Maybe there's an easier way up one of these cracks, but the way I went was scary. Just so you know what you're getting into, my girlfriend and I guess the dihedral part was 10a and the upper part went at 11b.
By Clint Locks
From: Boulder
Jun 28, 2005
rating: 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
|Running pitch 4 and the exit together seems appropriate, ONLY IF you eliminate rope drag by doing the 'Cave proper' exit which is, by the way, really cool, powerful, easy to protect-incl. a pin-and easier than it looks.
By Danny
Jul 20, 2005
rating: 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
|Climbed this last year and again the other day. Awesome climb. However, since last year someone has put a nest of slings with a couple of rap rings at the top of the first section (50 or 60 feet up). What is up with this?? Is this now a Top-roping area? If someone had to bail and left them I understand, but if these are intended so groups can now camp out on the first half of the first pitch of a 5-pitch climb then that's B.S.
By Polly
Jul 28, 2006
|Due to weather, my party and I decided to just do the first pitch of Loose Ends. It is one of my most favorite 5.9 leads ever. The pitch eats nuts- in fact, the whole pitch was lead with nuts. The cam placements just never felt good. Good thin finger placements the whole way with friction for feet. What a great climb! I enjoyed the slings at the top as it allowed us to do a single pitch and still enjoy Lumpy- weather and all.
By W. Spaller
Apr 12, 2010
|3 very different pitches of tough 5.9. I felt the 3rd pitch was by far the hardest as it is difficult to place gear on the lie back. Awesome route.
By Monty
From: Golden, CO
Jun 4, 2010
rating: 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
Great route. If you're looking for a little harder 50 star link up:
1. Climb the first pitch of Loose Ends, belay.
2. The First Pitch of Visual Aids (10b).
3. The third dihederal pitch of Loose ends. Belay on ledge.
(belay move) Run it out up the slab and belay on the nice ledge left of the cave.
4. Climb the Excellent Cheap Date (10b).
5. Then Finish with the last pitch of Outlander (10c)!
Makes for a 50 star 5 pitch link up on the book!
Visually Loose, Outlandish Dates!
By plantmandan
From: Brighton, Co
Jun 21, 2015
rating: 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
Fantastic route with lots of variety and great rock quality. Pitch 2, an awesome finger and hand crack, was the highlight for me. The holds and pro are all there, but the route is quite sustained and does not go easily. Just when you think it's over, the cave exit gives you one last bit of excitement.
I brought some smaller cams (C3 size 0 and 1 and C4 size 0.3 and 0.4) and found them all to be useful.


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"Brook Trout Heaven"
is a collection of short stories about my fishing adventures on Lake Nipigon and the famed Nipigon River. The photos (including underwater) show the beauty and magnificence of this legendary fish in a pristine environment.
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HuronMtn dice This is a one of a kind book. It is a work of art worthy of its subject. Worth every penny. You will never get tired of picking it up and going through it again and again.
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An Interview with Member Bob Katzman of OldZines.com
Where did you get the inspiration to open your business?
I was 14 and left home in the middle of the night and needed to find a way to support myself. I opened one business after another and all the while was collecting paper, periodicals and posters that dated back to 1576.
Have you always had an entrepreneurial spirit?
Beginning at 5, I collected empty Coke bottles from prairies near high schools where the kids would throw them. I'd put them in a little red wagon and then turn them in for 2-3cents each and buy candy and water balloons.
What's the biggest lesson you've learned as a business owner?
A good relationship is more important than any single sale.
What advice would you give to someone looking to start a business in Chicago?
Have a year's worth of money saved to pay your basic cost of living. Don't hire anyone until you're overwhelmed with business. Make sure you're filling a need. When you're successful don't change your old clothes; don't advertise your success! And last, find a way to give yourself time off.
What product or service of yours are you the most excited about offering?
I sell magazines for birthdays and anniversaries, but really I sell emotion. I sell the way a person will feel when they open up whatever gift it is a person has selected for them. There are only four places like mine left in America. That means a person who buys a gift from me has to go out of their way to find me in Skokie – and that's the gift, that they're bothering at all.
I also sell books here that I wrote myself – non-fiction about Chicago.
And I currently have 50,000 posters from all over the world being liquidated for $10 each.
What do you like the most about being located in Wicker Park Bucktown?
I may not be in Wicker Park or Bucktown but I joined the Chamber because I love the people in the neighborhood and they are the right demographic for what I do – smart, curious and artistic. Now if only I could teach them how to use the train to get here!
What are the places in Wicker Park Bucktown that you cannot live without?
Where my daughter Rachel lives and I won't tell you where that is, but it's with my grandson Jericho and her husband Jerry. She is an artist, singer/songwriter, and makes jewelry. Is she not the perfect Wicker Park person?
What kind of people are your customers?
Worldly - they appreciate history. They understand the value and fragility of what I sell. They're also imaginative because they could just go to Target to buy the latest CD.
What can people expect when they walk in your front door?
A genuine eccentric.
Do you have a great story about your business that you'd like to share?
Last week a woman came here to sell me a box of sports magazines. We had never met before. I couldn't use them and she was disappointed but then she noticed a 1931 Geographic on "Modern Ethiopia," and explained to me "I just came back from Ethiopia." We started talking. I know all about Ethiopia – used to have a foreign language bookstore in Lakeview where I sold Amharic language tapes. (That is a Semitic language by the way.) We got to talking and she was interested in Coptic art which is early Christian Art in Ethiopia. I found an example of it in a 1920 Geographic about Abyssinia (the old name for Ethiopia). She bought that and an Ethiopian flag too. She was thrilled! She never expected to come in here, try to sell me sports magazines, and instead, leave with a magazine about Coptic art in Abyssinia! That's a good story, isn't it?
For directions to Bob's store in Skokie from the Damen Blue Line el stop, please click here.
Bob Katzman
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Sons and Lovers
by David Herbert (D.H.) Lawrence
Sons and Lovers Love Quotes
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Quote #1
She was puritan, like her father, high-minded, and really stern. Therefore the dusky, golden softness of this man's sensuous flame of life, that flowed off his flesh like the flame from a candle, not baffled and gripped into incandescence by thought and spirit as her life was, seemed something wonderful, beyond her. (1.82)
When she first sees Walter Morel, Gertrude (Mrs. Morel) is totally swept off her feet. Walter is the total opposite of what she expects from a man. While her life has mostly been reserved and intellectual, Walter loves to dance and laugh without any kind of restraint. Unfortunately, this love of a good time will eventually be Walter's (and Gertrude's) undoing. Dun dun dunnn.
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Whereupon he got up and went out of the house, returning presently and crossing the kitchen with averted face, hurrying upstairs. As Mrs. Morel saw him slink quickly through the inner doorway, holding his bundle, she laughed to herself: but her heart was bitter, because she had loved him. (2.247)
After Walter makes an empty threat to leave Mrs. Morel forever, he comes back into the house and slinks shamefully upstairs. Mrs. Morel can only laugh at his clumsiness. But the moment is actually super sad, because Mrs. Morel realizes that she no longer loves her husband. She still has vivid memories of loving him, though, and it makes her bitter to think of how far their relationship has fallen.
Quote #3
Nevertheless, there was a state of peace in the house for some time. Mrs. Morel was more tolerant of him, and he, depending on her almost like a child, was rather happy. Neither knew that she was more tolerant of him because she loved him less. (3.14)
As time passes, Mrs. Morel builds up a friendly tolerance for her husband. Sadly, she can only tolerate him because she no longer expects much from him. And the fact that Walter doesn't notice her dwindling love for him spells doom for the relationship. The truly tragic part is that these two people will still live another couple of decades sleeping next to one another every night, and never say a word about their misery.


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Visions From The Soul-
A book of poetry, by Moonstar Jones. These poems are written in free verse. Just a few
poems, from Moonstar, out of her extensive
Married mother of two. I have lived in South Carolina since I was a year old. Just your average Southern Girl!! I enjoy swimming, writing, drawing, photographing, and spending time with friends, family and my pets. I have been photographing, drawing, and writing since I was a child; and became a published author in 2008. I am the author of a children's book, called THE BLACK DOG, for ages 10-12.
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Fulham v City: Paddy Power specials
- 20 December 2013 09:53
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The best odds from Paddy Power ahead of City's trip to Craven Cottage...
For ALL Fulham v Man City Betting Markets and to avail of a FREE £20 BET if you are a New Customer, please check out Paddy Power.
Manchester City are unbeaten in their last five league visits to Fulham and are 4/11 to collect all three points at Craven Cottage on Saturday (3pm).
Manuel Pellegrini's side ran out comfortable 3-1 winners at Leicester in the Capital One Cup on Tuesday night and are 9/1 with Paddy Power to win by the same score against the Cottagers who beat Aston Villa 2-0 in the their last home game.
City are on fire in front of goal and their latest win, coupled with the 6-3 demolition of Arsenal last Saturday, means they've scored 75 goals in all competitions from 25 games this season.
Edin Dzeko scored a braced against the Foxes to take his tally to nine goals from 10 Premier League and cup games and got an 87th minute winner against the Cottagers in this fixture last season when City came from a goal down to win 2-1.
City can be backed at 7/1 with Paddy Power to win by the same score-line again or 13/5 to win by exactly one goal. The Blues to come from behind and win is a 6/1 chance online.
With top scorer Sergio Aguero facing a few weeks out, the goal-scoring responsibilities are going to have to be shared against Rene Meulensteen's side at the weekend.
But this City team is full of goal and Dzeko is 4/1 to get the first goal of the game with Paddy Power or 5/6 to score at any time over the 90 minutes online.
Yaya Toure has three goals in his last three league games and the Ivorian international is 9/2 to score first for his team against Fulham or 17/10 to score any time over the 90 minutes as City look to go six away games on the bounce unbeaten in all competitions.
Rival defences have struggled to cope with the blue half of Manchester's free-flowing attacking style and City have scored three penalties in their last five games in all competitions. They're 9/2 to score from the spot again on Saturday.
Depending on results, City could be top of the table on Saturday evening. They're 4/1 in Paddy Power's mini-league betting to accumulate the most points over the festive period that runs from Saturday until 1 January.
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Choose Your New Siding Wisely
From Renee Rutledge on October 26, 2011 in Siding
Replacing your siding is one of the most dramatic ways to improve the exterior curb appeal of your home. Not to mention that it helps maintain the structural integrity of your home through the years. This is a large project that can come with a lot of questions, but its worth pushing forward to get a tough, new coat of armor for your home by winter.
Were here to walk you through the project.
Where to Look for Estimates?
To get a rough estimate of what your project will cost you, you will need to compare a few professional siding bids.
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Note: while some siding boasts easier DIY installment, it's always good to have a professional complete such an important home improvement task.
Which Siding is Right?
You may be wondering which siding types are best for your home. Indeed, there are many choices out there. The basic materials that have been around forever include stucco, solid board, brick, stone, and shingles and shakes. You also have a choice among vinyl, fiber cement, aluminum and seamless steel.
Keep in mind that certain areas of the country are better off with extreme-weather siding. For instance, if you live in a high-humidity climate, you might want to shy away from brick and stone veneer siding, which mimics the look of actual brick or stone but comes in a solid sheet and creates a small pocket between the siding and the house itselfwhich encourages mold.
On the other hand, hot and dry desert climates might want to avoid the fire hazard of wood. You can talk to a local siding contractor in your area to find out which types are right for your home's region.
When to Start?
Also consider your timing. Because winter months (and often rainy spring months) are difficult for an exterior project, particularly siding, fall is a great time to complete the project. You may get a less expensive contractor bid today than during the summer, when demand is greater. Plus, you'll be ready to go when slushy, icky winter weather hits.
It's best to create a timeline that helps your siding contractor understand their constraints, and keeps your project, not to mention siding costs, on track for a timely late-fall finish. It is possible, but you should start as soon as you can to get your new siding in place and looking great.
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April 5, 2014
Round 1 Results
PEKIN, Ill. - The Northern Illinois University women's golf team is in sixth place after the first round of the modified Bradley Invitational at the Pekin Country Club Saturday.
Originally scheduled to be played at WeaverRidge Golf Club with 36-holes Saturday and 18 holes on Sunday, the Bradley Invitational was moved to Pekin Country Club and was shortened to a 36-hole event due to unplayable conditions at WeaverRidge.
"Something like this, you just roll with the punches. Whatever happens, happens," said NIU head coach Kim Kester. "We did get to walk the course before play this morning. You could see the course, but you didn't know certain clubs to hit off tees.
"Not seeing the course ahead of time, you play a little bit more cautious. When you play cautious it might leave you a little further out from the pin. We played alright, but considering we've never played this course before, we did fine."
The Huskies shot a 314 and are just eight shots out of first place. Butler leads the 10-team field with a 306. Jenna Peters of Butler, Indiana State's McCall Christopher and Kayla Katterhenry of Evansville lead all individuals with a 73
Sydney Brickey (Burtchville, Mich./Shattuck-St. Mary's) leads the way for NIU after shooting a 76. The Huskie freshman is tied for fifth. Senior Jenny Niemiec (St. Charles, Ill./St. Charles East) and Sophomore Samantha Coyne (Bartlett, Ill./Bartlett) are in 20th after shooting a 79.
Freshman Lena Gautier (La Celle Saint Cloud, France/Creteil) and sophomore Connie Ellett (Hampshire, Ill./Hampshire) are in 28th and 34th respectively. Gautier shot a first round 80, while Connie Ellett fired an 81.
Taylor Ellett (Hampshire, Ill./Hampshire), who is playing as an individual, is in 41st after a first round 82. She rounds out the Huskie competitors.
NIU returns to the course for the final round of play tomorrow morning. Tee time is set for 10 a.m. with a shotgun start.
Team Scores: 1. Butler (306); 2. Indiana State (308); 3. Southern Illinois (309); 4. Loyola (310); 5. Northern Iowa (311), 6. NIU (314), 7. Evansville (315); 8. Bradley (319); 9. Western Illinois (326), 10. UIC (338).


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3D Tool Box Card for Father's Day
Here's a bit of paper crafting for your DIY Happy Father's Day card. Make this cool surprise pop-up tool box card. The tools inside spell out 'Happy Father's Day'. It's a bit of a geeky thing to do but we think any dad who loves his tool box would love this! It's not a craft for kids, but hope you make it together and enjoy doing so!
How to make your 3D tool box card
1. Cut out the template. Score all the dotted lines and fold the mountain fold and valley fold as marked.
2. First, apply glue to the tab on shape A (as marked on the template). Align the edge to the pale grey line on shape B and attach. The tab will be hidden away on the other side as in the photo.
3. Apply glue to the two small tabs on shape B, on the reverse of the printed side as marked. Fold the tabs to face the back of shape A and press down flat. It should now open up just like in the third photo.
4. Repeat the same to connect shape B to C, then continue with shapes D and E to mirror on the other side.
5. We've printed the cover template (page 1) on red colored paper because we like red tool boxes. Print it on your favorite colored paper or to match dad's if you like. Glue the tab to the back of the edge of shape A and shape E.
You're done! It should look like this when folded up.
Pull open the lids on each side. It should open up just like a dad's favorite tool box!
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Structure: Two-story | Beds: Two kings
You can't help but relax and decompress surrounded by this cottage's restful colors of nature and the Bird and Thistle theme. Country checks and stripes convey casual comfort and elegant repose. The screened porch welcomes you to enjoy the verdant surroundings -- swaying birch trees, tall fragrant pines, and a moss-covered granite ledge. Curl up in a cozy armchair -- read a book, take a nap, or simply enjoy the wonders of Maine.


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Erie Times-News Breakout Girls Basketball Player of the Week: Tori Prather, North East
Tori Prather North East
It's no secret that teams focus on trying to stop Alex Artise and Alexis Bowen for the North East girls basketball team, but senior Tori Prather makes that decision difficult each night. The 5-foot 3-inch guard is averaging 7.7 points per game to go with 4.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 2.5 steals. In a win over Northwestern, Prather had 15 points and 10 rebounds before knocking down several clutch free throws in a win over Seneca. Opponents can continue to focus on Artise and Bowen, but Prather will continue to make them pay with her clutch play.
Poll results:
Tori Prather, North East (17 percent, 208 votes)
Alexa Bupp, Warren (16 percent, 191 votes)
Morgan Putnam, Villa Maria (12 percent, 142 votes)
Abby Deemer, Fort LeBoeuf (11 percent, 135 votes)
Theresa Fachetti, Harbor Creek (9 percent, 111 votes)
Hailey Wilwohl, McDowell (8 percent, 92 votes)
Maria Welch, Girard (7 percent, 80 votes)
Lindsey Jahn, General McLane (5 percent, 61 votes)
Madison Bernarding, Cochranton (4 percent, 48 votes)
Kate Powell, Commodore Perry (2 percent, 24 votes)
Alexis Arkwright, Mercer (2 percent, 22 votes)
Tenasia Law, Franklin (2 percent, 20 votes)
Corianne Hyduchak, Grove City (2 percent, 19 votes)
McKenzie Popatak, Sharpsville (1 percent, 16 votes)
Holly Grober, Hickory (1 percent, 12 votes)
Haley Angerett, Slippery Rock (1 percent, 12 votes)
Tanayja Sanders, Sharon (0 percent, 6 votes)
Whitney Murray, Farrell (0 percent, 5 votes)
Alanna Elliott, Wilmington (0 percent, 3 votes)
Total voters: 1,207


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INDOT to host public forum about alternative route for part of U.S. 33
A public hearing is planned for March 20 at Goshen High School. Find out more here about plans to realign part of the major roadway.
GOSHEN — Drivers who travel on U.S. 33 in Goshen and people living east of downtown may want to listen up because big changes could be on the way.
The Indiana Department of Transportation is asking for feedback from the public about a proposed road construction project that would reroute part of U.S. 33.
The department will begin collecting comments this month about a major project that would construct a new alignment for U.S. 33 stretching one mile between Monroe Street and S.R. 15. A public meeting is scheduled for March 20 at Goshen High School's auditorium at 401 Lincolnway East. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for an informal open house session, with a formal public hearing beginning at 6 p.m.
Beginning just north of the U.S. 33 intersection with Sander Avenue, the new alignment would separate from the existing road at Monroe Street and run north across Madison and Jefferson streets. From there, the road would turn northwest, parallel to the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks. The road would curve west, following Pike Street to its intersection with S.R. 15, where it would connect with the existing location of U.S. 33.
Three overpasses are part of the project: one at Cottage Avenue, another at Lincoln Avenue and a third at a Norfolk Southern railroad spur that runs north and south along the east side of Ninth Street. The railroad crossing at Ninth Street would be closed, according to the plan.
Improvements are proposed at the U.S. 33 intersections with Main, Madison and Monroe streets as well as the corner of Fifth and Pike streets. About 2,000 feet of the road between 10th and Seventh streets would be elevated.
Short connector roads will be provided to link Clinton Street with Seventh Street and Washington Street with 10th Street.
- What: The Indiana Department of Transportation is collecting comments for a project to reroute U.S. 33 in Goshen.
- When: March 20, 5:30 p.m. for an informal open house session and 6 p.m. for a formal public hearing
- Where: Goshen High School's auditorium at 401 Lincolnway East
A multi-use trail is proposed to to line the southwest side of the new roadway between Fifth and Madison streets. Construction of the trail would require 26 acres of right-of-way plus the displacement of 31 residential buildings and five businesses. The tentative timetables for right-of-way acquisition and construction will be covered during the public hearing.
Public statements will be collected for the record after INDOT's presentation, and anyone interested in participating in the public statement session may sign the speaker's schedule before the presentation.
All comments collected before, during and for two weeks after the hearing will be reviewed and addressed in the project's final environmental document. Preliminary plans will be available for anyone interested in talking to the engineers about the project before and after the formal presentation. Those conversations will not be part of the official record.
With advance notice, INDOT can make special accommodations for people with disabilities, limited English-speaking abilities or anyone needing auxiliary aids or services of interpreters, signers, readers or large print. Spanish interpreters will be available. If special accommodations are needed, call the public hearings office at 317-232-6601 by Wednesday, March 12.
The environmental document, preliminary design plans and other materials are available for viewing at three locations:
- Indiana Government Center North, Hearing Examiner in room N642 at 100 N. Senate Ave. in Indianapolis. The phone number is 317-234-0796.
- Indiana Department of Transportation, Planning and Programming Department at 5333 Hatfield Road in Fort Wayne. The phone number is 866-227-3555.
- Goshen Public Library, 601 S. Fifth St. in Goshen. The phone number is 574-533-9531.


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Windows 8 Shown On ARM Tablet
Offers full-fledged desktop applications support and comes bundled with "Office 15".
Microsoft has shown off its spanking new Windows 8 operating system on an ARM-based device. The good thing is that it provides full-fledged support for desktop applications on these low-powered gadgets, which supposedly support only Metro apps. Noting that PC manufacturers are also working on devices specifically designed for WOA (Windows on ARM), MS's Steven Sinofsky also previewed a Metro-style productivity suite, codenamed Office 15, in the Building Windows 8 blog.
The device's users can still access the conventional desktop file system and other core features of the OS's x86 version, including the hardware-accelerated Internet Explorer 10 with HTML5. That being said, this version of the OS will not be sold separately, and will come pre-installed on the devices. A limited number of applications from the Windows Phone Marketplace will be available in this case.
A video also showed the beta version of Office 15 applications. This includes a revamped version of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Needless to say, it follows the Metro-style interface with more white space, less lines, and optimisations for touch. You can watch the video below:
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Cross Clash: Vengeance in Vegas
- September 15th, 2011
- Posted in Cross Clash · Jeremy · Rapha · Sponsors
Keep Cross and Clash On – So Long As I Beat You, I Win.
The Interbike Showdown started out with a joint press conference before going head to head, pursuit style, in the PDW Circulus. Videos of the clash after the break.
Round 1: Johnson
Round 2: Powers
Round 3: Johnson
A recap of the bout is posted at VeloNews.
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The idea of taking over 5,000 trucks off the road between Brisbane and Sydney may sound audacious, but it is also critical in so many ways.
- Diesel conservation/ carbon conservation. Trucks on rail can safely travel at 135km/p hr instead of 100 on rail that has a co-efficient of friction that is a fraction of road tire friction. Plus rail has a maximum 4% grade compared to 8 or even 10 on some parts of the Pacific highway. Better yet the minimum radius of a turn on rail is 1km. Road turn radius's can be as short as 150 metres!
- Driver fatigue. While the drivers do have to hit a dead-mans brake button (a braking system that kicks in if the driver does not respond) the level of concentration compared to driving on the road is far less stressful and far healthier for the driver.
- ROI on the cost of rail infrastructure.... just think... 1000km of rail only services 15 trains a day on the busiest day... what a waste.
- And best of all... safety. Taking trucks and driver fatigue out of the travel equation just has to be safer...


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Former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon
passed away on January 11, 2014, never regaining consciousness after suffering a brain hemorrhage in January 2006.
Ariel Sharon, 1928-2014
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President Shimon Peres:
"My dear friend, Arik Sharon, lost his final battle today. Arik was a brave soldier and a daring leader who loved his nation and his nation loved him. He was one of Israel's great protectors and most important architects, who knew no fear and certainly never feared vision. He knew how to take difficult decisions and implement them. We all loved him and he will be greatly missed. I send my condolences to the Sharon family, may he rest in peace."
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu:
"The State of Israel bows its head on the passing of former Prime Minister Ariel Sharon. Ariel Sharon played a central role in the struggle for the security of the State of Israel over all its years. He was, first and foremost, a courageous fighter and an outstanding general, and was among the IDF's greatest commanders. From his youth, he served the people of Israel on the battlefield. He did so as a soldier in the War of Independence, a commander in the [1956] Sinai campaign and the Six Day War, and up to his decisive role in the battle over the Suez Canal that led to the turning point in the Yom Kippur War.
He established Unit 101 and took the initiative in the war against terrorism, which became a central pillar of the State of Israel. Upon leaving the military, he continued to work on behalf of the people of Israel both in his many government roles and as the 11th prime minister of the State of Israel. His memory will be enshrined forever in the heart of the nation."
Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman:
"Ariel Sharon served the State of Israel from its establishment until the last moment he could, taking part in the central events that shaped its character. Sharon will be remembered first of all as a great military commander who led many important battles, most importantly the crossing of the Suez Canal during the Yom Kippur War, as well as the battles of Israel's War of Independence and the establishment of the special 101 Unit, the Sinai Campaign, and more.
Sharon's political legacy has always been controversial, from his tenure as Chairman of the Ministerial Settlement Committee which strengthened Jewish settlement in Judea and Samaria, to the disengagement from Gaza which he initiated and implemented. He will go down in the history of Israel as one of the most noteworthy and influential figures."
Ariel Sharon - From soldier to statesman
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PM Netanyahu at Cabinet meeting (12 Jan 2014):
"We take leave from Ariel Sharon, the 11th Prime Minister of the State of Israel. Arik was, first and foremost, a warrior and a commander, among the Jewish people's greatest generals in the current era and throughout its history. He was dedicated to the security of the state from his youth, as a young fighter in the War of Independence, and afterwards as a commander in the 1956 Sinai operation, in the Six Day War and in the decisive battle – during the Yom Kippur War, in leading the IDF across the Suez Canal, which, for all intents and purposes, led to a successful conclusion of a war that began under very difficult conditions for the State of Israel.
He established Unit #101 and set two primary foundations for Israel's struggle against terrorism, initiative and retaliation, which stand to this day. He also continued this action as Defense Minister, in distancing terrorism from our northern border.
In all of his positions – Defense Minister, Housing Minister, Infrastructures Minister and Foreign Minister – Arik contributed to the State of Israel, as he also did as Prime Minister. I think that he represents the generation of Jewish warriors that arose for our people upon the resumption of our independence.
He was tied to the land; he knew that it had to be defended. He understood that above everything, our revival is our ability to defend ourselves by ourselves. I believe that he will be remembered in the heart of the Jewish people's forever as one of our most outstanding leaders and most daring commanders."
Ariel Sharon to be laid to rest
On Sunday, 12 January 2014, Ariel Sharon's coffin will be brought to the Knesset for the public to pay its respects.
President Peres lays a wreath at the coffin of Ariel Sharon
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On Monday, 13 January 2014, at 09:30, a state memorial ceremony will be held at the Knesset. President Shimon Peres, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein and family members will speak. Senior guests – including US Vice President Joe Biden, Quartet representative and former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, Czech Prime Minister Jiri Rusnok, Russian State Duma Chairman Sergey Naryshkin, German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Spanish Home Affairs Minister Jorge Fernandez Diaz, Canadian Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander and others – will also attend. (US Vice President Joe Biden and Quartet representative Tony Blair will also speak.)
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H-1B Status and Its Regulations
This information is designed to assist UNH departments which wish to employ a foreign national in a faculty or professional staff position. It covers the process of sponsoring a foreign national for the H-1B temporary worker non-immigrant category which is widely used by colleges, universities, and other employers for professional positions requiring the attainment of a bachelor's degree or higher for entry into the occupation.
Please read the information in its entirety, complete the H-1B Application Packet, including Department Form A & Scholar Form B, and submit it with the following documents to the OISS as soon as the job offer has been accepted:
- A detailed position description which includes the job duties and responsibilities, minimum education, professional requirements and salary offered
- A copy of any job advertisement you have placed.
If you have any questions, please call 862-0086 or send e-mail to email@example.com.
Note: The process of obtaining approval of an H-1B petition is a lengthy one. Please allow at least three to four months for approval. If there are complicating factors, a longer period of time might be required. Unless the foreign employee is already in H-1B status, s/he will not be able to start employment at UNH until our application is approved by the immigration service.
About H-1B Status
H-1B is a non-immigrant status. It is one of the most important and widely-used non-immigrant categories for the employment of foreign nationals in professional positions in the U.S. H-1B status is widely used by U.S. colleges and universities to employ foreign nationals in "specialty occupations", defined under immigration law as "one which requires the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge requiring the attainment of a bachelor's or higher degree as a minimum for entry into the occupation."
Although there is a wide range of occupations whose entry level requirements fit the law's description for H-1B status, the immigration service has firmly established that the following categories of workers fall within the H-1B category: health care professionals, university professors and other teachers, engineers, systems analysts and other computer professionals, scientists, librarians, psychologists, journalists, editors, technical publications writers, management consultants, market research analysts, financial analysts and other persons in advanced business specialties, accountants, lawyers and foreign law advisors, architects, and other service professionals.
Over the past ten years, the U.S. Congress has passed numerous pieces of legislation related to H-1B status. Many of these new laws placed new requirements on U.S. employers who wish to hire H-1B foreign workers. The most significant of these require employers to obtain a prevailing wage for the position from the state department of labor, then to file a Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), and to establish Public Inspection Files. Most non-academic employers are also required to pay an additional "training fee" to the immigration service when filing an H-1B petition. This fee, which is in addition to the regular filing fee, is intended to be used to train U.S. workers.
The number of H-1B petitions approvable on an annual basis is established by Congress. Following an intense lobbying effort by business and education, Congress agreed to increase the number, but because of a "sunset provision," the number has returned to 65,000 per year. Fortunately, Congress has recognized the importance of the H-1B non-immigrant status to the teaching and research mission of colleges and universities and has exempted us from the H-1B quota and the additional fee requirement, thus allowing us the freedom to hire as many H-1B workers as necessary while avoiding payment of the training fee.
The fact that we are exempt from annual quotas and the payment of additional fees, however, does not exempt us from complying with the federal regulations which govern this non-immigrant category.
Return Transportation:
In the event an H-1B worker is dismissed from employment prior to the end of the authorized stay requested by the employer, regulations require that the employer pay reasonable costs to return the employee to his or her last place of residence outside the U.S.
Labor Condition Application Attestations:
H-1B regulations also protect U.S. workers and prevent the exploitation of foreign workers by requiring that an employer file a Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the US Department of Labor (DOL). The employer must attest to the following on the LCA:
- it will pay the non-immigrant worker at least the local prevailing wage or the employer's actual wage, whichever is higher, and will pay the employee for any non-productive time;
- it will offer the non-immigrant worker benefits on the same basis as U.S. workers;
- it will provide working conditions for non-immigrants which will not adversely affect the working conditions of others similarly employed;
- there is no strike, work stoppage, or lock out in the occupational classification at the place of employment;
- it will provide notice to the union (if any) or other workers of its intent to hire a non-immigrant worker;
- it will provide a copy of the LCA to the non-immigrant worker prior to the beginning of his/her employment.
Other Employment Restrictions:
- H-1B status permits an individual to remain in that visa classification for a maximum of six years.
- The H-1B employee is only eligible to work for the employer which applied for and received approval of the H-1B petition.
- The H-1B employee is only permitted to work for the period of time specified in the H-1B approval notice.
- The H-1B employee is permitted to hold only the specific position outlined in the H-1B petition. If the H-1B employee changes positions, the employer must file a new H-1B petition.
Termination and/or Change of Employer:
- If the H-1B employee chooses to terminate the employment relationship with the sponsoring employer, his/her H-1B status is automatically terminated.
- If the H-1B employee accepts a position with another employer, the new employer must file a new H-1B petition and is not legally able to employ the foreign national until it has received notice of receipt of the application from the immigration service.
- If the immigration service denies the application for new employment, the new employer is legally bound to terminate the H-1B employment upon receipt of the denial.
Time Frame for Approval
In most cases, the foreign employee will not be able to begin employment at UNH until the H-1B petition has been approved by immigration service.
In cases where the new employee is already in possession of valid H-1B status, s/he cannot begin employment until UNH has filed the H-1B petition and received a notice from immigration service that it has received our petition.
It is currently taking the immigration service up to three to four months to adjudicate an H-1B petition. The OISS preparation time ranges between 30 and 45 days and includes obtaining a prevailing wage, preparing and filing the LCA, and preparation of the H-1B petition. Therefore, when you offer a position to a foreign national, you must allow sufficient time between your offer and the start date of the employment. Although the OISS will do its best to accommodate your needs, it is not within our power to circumvent the system or shortcut federal regulations. Therefore, it is imperative that you plan accordingly and consider this information carefully.
Please submit your completed H1B application packet at least 120 days in advance. Once we have your completed application, barring complications, preparation time for all steps of the H-1B petition is 30 to 45 days. Approval of the petition by the immigration service takes anywhere from four to six months at the present time.
If the foreign employee is outside of the U.S., an application for an H-1B visa must be made at the U.S. embassy or Consulate following the immigration service's approval of the petition. From April to August, this may add a month or two to the process.
Duration of the H-1B Category
The H-1B category allows a foreign national to be employed in the U.S. by a specific employer, for a specified period of time, in a specific position, in a specific location. Although an individual may hold H-1B status for up to six years, the immigration service will only grant this status in increments of up to three years at a time. At the end of the six year period, in order to continue his/her employment in the U.S., the foreign employee will have had to obtain U.S. permanent residence (green card) or will be forced to depart the U.S. for at least one year before being eligible for a new H-1B status.
Eligibility Requirements
Under most circumstances, H-1B regulations do not currently require an employer to have advertised the position prior to offering the position to a foreign national. (UNH Human Resources and Affirmative Action policies, however, may require a search to be completed for these types of positions).
H-1B status is governed by federal laws and regulations, with requirements for eligibility. The position offered must require, at a minimum:
- completion of a U.S. bachelor's degree or a foreign degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree; or
- a combination of education, specialized training, and experience which are equivalent to a bachelor's degree or higher degree.
The foreign employee must be in possession of at least the minimum requirements for the position. In some cases, the employee will have to have his/her academic or professional credentials evaluated by an outside credentialing agency recognized by the immigration service. If state or federal licensing or certification is required for the position, the foreign employee must hold the specific license or certificate.
Dual Intent Nature of the H-1B Category
The H-1B category is different from most others, especially F (student), J (Exchange Visitor), and B (visitor). Unlike most other non-immigrant categories, the U.S. Government allows "dual intent" for H-1B holders. Most of the 45+ non-immigrant categories require a foreigner to maintain a permanent residence in his/her home country and to verify that he/she has no intention to abandon that residence or to apply for U.S. permanent residence. Foreign workers in H-1B classification are not held to these requirements and are permitted to make an application for U.S. permanent residence while maintaining H-1B status. This is a very important distinction, especially for colleges and universities with foreign workers in tenure-track faculty and permanent research positions, as it permits the university to sponsor the foreign worker for U.S. permanent residence.
The Prevailing Wage and the Labor Condition Application
At the heart of the visa H-1B petition is the US Department of Labor with its prevailing wage and the Labor Condition Application. Before it can submit an H-1B petition to the immigration service, the employer is required to attest to a number of conditions. Failure to follow these procedures, or to abide by the regulations of the Labor Condition Application, subjects the employer to serious consequences, which include:
- fines of $1,000 to $5,000 for each offense;
- payment of back wages;
- prohibition from hiring foreign workers for a year or more.
The employer is also required to maintain substantial documentation that it is in compliance with these regulations and to hold that documentation in a Public Access file which may be audited by the Department of Labor at any time.
"To knowingly and willingly furnish any false information in the preparation of a Labor Condition Application, and to aid, abet, or counsel another to do so, is a federal offense punishable by fine or imprisonment of up to five years."
Therefore, as the OISS takes responsibility for the preparation, signing, and submission of the LCA, and to ensure that all hiring departments are aware of and prepared to comply with all of the federal regulations which govern the H-1B visa, the Chair of the Department is required to read and sign the LCA Attestation form.
Special Considerations
Foreign Nationals in J-1 Exchange Visitor Non-Immigrant Status
Some foreign nationals currently in the U.S. might be in J-1 Exchange Visitor status. Others may have held this type of visa in the past. Many of these individuals may be subject to the Two-Year Home Physical Presence Requirement. The two-year requirement is mandated by the Department of State if the foreign national's exchange program was:
- financed by the U.S. Government and/or the home government;
- if his/her skills are listed as in short supply by their home country; or
- who came to the U.S. for graduate medical education or training.
In these cases, the foreign national is required to return to his/her home country for a period of two years before s/he can hold H-1B status or become a permanent resident of the US. An individual subject to requirement will have to obtain a waiver of that requirement from the U.S. government before s/he is eligible for H-1B status.
Unfortunately, grounds for applying for a waiver are limited and, even when successful, can take six months to a year to obtain. If your prospective foreign worker indicates that s/he is in J-1 status, and/or may be subject to this requirement, contact the International Faculty and Staff Advisor immediately to discuss this problem.
H-1B status represents the only viable choice for the employment of foreign nationals in tenure-track faculty positions. It is often the best alternative for long-term professional and administrative positions, although the procedures and requirements outlined above may appear complicated and cumbersome. Please be assured, however, that we will assist you throughout the process. Every effort will be made to ensure that the hiring of foreign national for staff and faculty positions is done in the most effective, timely, and professional manner. Our goal is to ease the burden on individual departments while ensuring that UNH is in full compliance with all government regulations and procedures.
In order to avoid delays and complications, it is recommended that you contact the International Faculty and Staff Advisor prior to finalizing the job offer. This will enable us to review the employee's immigration history and make an initial assessment of the complexities of the situation.
Please fill out the data collection form, sign the Labor Condition Attestation form, and return them with all requested information to:
International Faculty and Staff Advisor
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Jurnee Smollett-Bell on New Tyler Perry Flick and Working with Kim K.
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Research & Development: The Science of Innovation
Economic vitality and social well-being depend upon affordable, safe and reliable energy. In today's world, the energy we use and the ways we use it are changing. For California to make the leap from the status quo to achieving climate and energy goals at the lowest possible cost, we need much more energy innovation. Rigorous, public and impartial research and development (R&D) investments strategically diversify California's energy portfolio and move innovations through the pipeline from concept to market. Energy Commission R&D innovations advance the frontiers of science and technology to make California's energy safer, more reliable and less costly.
An overview of what we do and why it matters
Energy Commission R&D Programs
The Energy Commission administers several R&D programs that drive innovation and advance science and technology in the fields of energy efficiency, renewable energy and advanced clean generation, energy-related environmental protection, energy transmission and distribution, and transportation. The new Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) program invests in improvements to the state's electricity systems. The Natural Gas Research, Development and Demonstration program invests in improvements to California's natural gas systems. The Public Interest Energy Research (PIER) Electric program will no longer fund new R&D though existing projects will continue through 2015.
EPIC: California's Investment in the 21st Century Electric Grid
EPIC is a new R&D program that replaces the ended Public Goods Charge's R&D program funding. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) created EPIC, selected the Energy Commission as one of the four administrators of EPIC funds, and approved the first triennial investment plans for EPIC expenditures on November 14, 2013. The three other administrators are Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE), and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E). EPIC will fund innovative technologies, tools and approaches that provide benefits to electric ratepayers in PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E service territories through greater reliability, lower costs, increased safety, and enhanced environmental sustainability. Providing benefits to these ratepayers is the primary goal because EPIC funds come from them.
EPIC is the most comprehensive statewide approach to creating new energy solutions, fostering regional innovation and bringing ideas to the marketplace. EPIC consolidates the R&D initiatives of the three largest investor-owned utility service areas into an aggregate program, which ensures no duplication in spending and also implements compliance with state energy policies. Under this program, Energy Commission electricity R&D will move energy technologies and products from the lab to life, make our electricity system safer and more reliable, lower costs and give ratepayers choices and control. Find more information about the creation of EPIC. Read our first Triennial Investment Plan.
A schedule of future planned funding opportunities for this program is available.
The Vision for the Future
A vision for 2020 and beyond underlies the Energy Commission's investments of EPIC funds. The vision aligns proposed research, demonstration and deployment activities with the state's energy policies and aligns with major elements of California's investor-owned utilities' plans.
Energy Commission R&D under EPIC will help further advancements including:
A modern, flexible, technologically advanced electricity grid that is safer, is more reliable and gives ratepayers the ability to better control energy use
Highly efficient and zero-net-energy buildings with energy systems that are integrated with advanced communications capabilities
A better consumer energy experience built around choice made possible by better visualization tools, sophisticated and customer-friendly control options and seamless integration of renewables at customers' homes and businesses
A cleaner energy generation process using more diverse fuel sources and reduced environmental impacts
A transportation system that increasingly uses electricity and has a pathway to enable 1.5 million plug-in electric vehicles by 2025 and make electric vehicles more cost-effective and environmentally friendly for California consumers
The Energy R&D Division
The California Energy Commission's Energy R&D Division is composed of engineers, scientists and administrative and management professionals who collectively lead California's public interest energy research programs. The division collaborates with utilities, businesses, agencies, and local governments to create an action-oriented nexus for energy improvements. The division shares results of research publicly, invests in California and continually works to strengthen the innovation pipeline that brings research from the lab to life.
Commitment to Diversity
The Energy Commission adopted a resolution strengthening its commitment to diversity in our funding programs. We continue to encourage disadvantaged and underrepresented businesses and communities to engage in and benefit from our many programs. To meet this commitment, Energy Commission staff conducts outreach efforts and activities to:
Engage with disadvantaged and underrepresented groups throughout the state.
Notify potential new applicants about the Energy Commission's funding opportunities.
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Find out how to apply for funding opportunities through the EPIC Program.
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The California Energy Commission will be conducting two workshops on the New Solar Homes Partnership (NSHP) in January and February 2012. This is an opportunity for all interested parties to learn more about the NSHP and changes to the program, the application process, and the NSHP online application tool. The workshops will be conducted on Tuesday, January 24, 2012 from 9am – 4pm at the California Energy Commission, 1516 Ninth Street, Hearing Room B, Sacramento, CA 95814, and Tuesday, February 7, 2012 from 9am – 4pm at the California Energy Commission, 1516 Ninth Street, Hearing Room A, Sacramento, CA 95814.
The NSHP program is a ten-year, $400 million solar program that provides incentives for the installation of photovoltaic solar systems on new, energy-efficient homes in California's investor-owned utility electric service territories.
This workshop will be taught by staff members of the California Energy Commission and will include information on the following topics: NSHP Guidebook (4th Edition), application and payment process, required documents, NSHP energy efficiency requirements, NSHP online application tool, submitting applications and payment claims electronically, NSHP CECPV Calculator, and the NSHP application clinic (for in-person attendees, by appointment only).
Solar contractors, retailers and installers, homeowners, builders, developers, and energy consultants would benefit from attending this event. All are encouraged to attend NSHP training workshops in person; however, for those unable to attend in person, WebEx online meeting services will be available. Seating is limited and registration is required. Please RSVP the Renewable Energy Office by e-mail with the following information: participant's name, company name, title, e-mail address, and phone number.
An application clinic will be held the last hour of the workshop. The application clinic will allow workshop participants to meet one-on-one with NSHP staff and discuss specific application issues. This application clinic is only available to those individuals participating in person. Space is limited and an appointment must be scheduled when signing in at the event. For more information, go to the Go Solar California website.


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Former Boulud Marketing Maven Georgette Farkas Goes From the Corporate Frying Pan Into the Fire
With the opening of Rôtisserie Georgette.
A cursory glance around New York's restaurant world reveals a generation of talent who've worked for Daniel Boulud and gone on to achieve personal acclaim: Andrew Carmellini. David Chang. Tien Ho. Mario Carbone. Rich Torrisi. Georgette Farkas. Georgette who? If this last name doesn't immediately register, that's because for the past seventeen years, Farkas has served as Boulud's trusted director of communications and marketing, as his empire ballooned to fourteen locations around the world. But Farkas, as it turns out, didn't grow up dreaming about drafting press releases and leading hard-hat tours. No, her girlhood fantasies revolved around going to Swiss hotel school and opening her own European-style hostelry somewhere in the countryside.
So after Harvard, she headed straight to the École Hôtelière de Lausanne, squeezing in stages along the way at Roger Vergé's Moulin de Mougins, Alain Ducasse's Le Louis XV, and even a pastry stint with Boulud himself in his earliest New York days. But then came the epiphany: "Luxury hotels are nicer to stay at than to work in," she says. "And I'm a city girl." Recently, when the entrepreneurial urge reemerged, Farkas found a new calling, one informed by her own taste for refined comfort and inspired by memories of meals she enjoyed in France as a child. This fall, she steps out of Boulud's shadow to open the 90-seat Rôtisserie Georgette, centered around spit-roasted meats and French-accented sides. To prepare, she visited poultry farms in Amish country, scoured salvage yards and Provence's brocante markets for furnishings, and even bused tables at DBGB to reacquaint herself with the rigors of service (and the importance of comfortable shoes). Occupying the ground floor of a onetime residential hotel built in 1903, the space has high ceilings and a certain grandeur, which Farkas aims to accentuate with a design that combines new and old in a way that reflects her dual passions for Europe and New York. She's as proud of the parquet de Versailles floors—hand-scraped, vinegar-tinted, and oil-rubbed by Bronx craftsmen—as she is of the azulejo tiles her mother fortuitously shipped home from a trip to Lisbon 45 years ago, oblivious of the role they'd eventually play in her daughter's design schemes.
Rôtisserie Georgette, 14 E. 60th St., nr. Madison Ave.; 212-390-8060; October.
*This article originally appeared in the September 2, 2013 issue of New York Magazine.
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Hideaway is the debut single from Kiesza, on New York indie label Lokal Legend, out April 14th, already hitting the likes of Popjustice and Disco Naivete. Inspired by epic nights out at NYC hotspots like Body & Soul, the track is packed with deep house grooves and shimmering soulful melodies. Top it all off with an unexpectedly moving version of Haddaway's 'What Is Love?', and you've got a fascinating musical polymath which is as colorful, diverse and surprising as the twists and turns that led her to where she is today.
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Passion For Quality : Meet Our Winemakers
Alberto Antonini
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Alberto Antonini blends modern techniques with ancient tradition to create Da Vinci wines from the Tuscany region of Italy. As the principal winemaker and technical director for 200 small-vineyard owners of the Cantine Leonardo da Vinci, he upholds the reputation of 600 years of winemaking families.
The Da Vinci vineyard owners believe winemaking should be linked to the land where the grapes are grown. Alberto respects this Tuscan tradition and also embraces the cutting-edge techniques he has studied and practiced.
Alberto earned a Doctorate degree in Agricultural Studies from the University of Florence and studied enology in Bordeaux and at the University of California, Davis.


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