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The Goomba Dietby Charles Fleming Steven R. Schirripa
Hey, goomba! Are you on theGoomba Diet? Do you need to be? * Do they put up crime scene tape after you visit the buffet table? * Is the air freshener in your car a slice of provolone? Stop crying! TheGoomba Dietis here--the dolce vita diet that shows you how to eat more, drink more, laugh more, live more, and feel great while you're doing it. TheGoomba Dietoffers sensible weight-loss tips for the guy who's gone too far: * Touch your toes. If this is difficult, pay a guy to do it for you. * Walk to court. It also offers helpful maintenance tips for the goomba who's the perfect weight and wants to stay that way: * Try an appetite suppressant. Try eating at Applebee's. * Pick up something heavy. Get a copy ofThe Da Vinci Code. * Cut out those carbs. Only eat pastas that end in the letter i. TheGoomba Dietis the personal lifestyle guide from Steven R. Schirripa--Bobby "Bacala" Baccalieri from HBO's hit seriesThe Sopranosand author of the bestsellerA Goomba's Guide to Life. Developed over decades of dreaming about and then living the high life, it's a how-to guide for happy living--how to duke a maître d', how to order a good meal, how to be a good father, a good husband and a good friend, and how to behave at a wedding, a funeral, and on the job. You wanna have a good time? Follow these rules: * Do tip the maid. Don't tip the made guy. * Do tip the D. J. Don't tip the D. A. * Do tell the bride she's beautiful. Don't tell her she's hardly showing. * Do give your kids an allowance. Don't offer to "make it interesting" by shooting craps for double or nothing. TheGoomba Dietis for everyone with an appetite for life, and for everyone who understands that the key to happiness isn't found in a smaller waistline but in a bigger heart. Like Steve says, "There's a lot of skinny actors wearing black turtlenecks and tending bar right now who'd kill for a part onThe Sopranos. This fat goomba is doing all right for himself. " So relax! Stop worrying about how much you're eating, and start worrying about how much you're enjoying it. Lose weight if you like--butlive! Put a fork in your right hand, a hunk of bread in your left, andmangialike you mean it. HBO® andThe Sopranos® are service marks of Time Warner Entertainment Company, L. P.
The Goomba's Book of Loveby Charles Fleming Steven R. Schirripa
Move over Miss Lonelyhearts . . . Steven R. Schirripa, author of the runaway bestseller A Goomba's Guide to Life, is back with more life lessons from the neighborhood. Recalling stories of his own colorful journey from the streets of Bensonhurst to the bright lights of Las Vegas and stardom as Bobby "Bacala" Baccalieri in the HBO hit series The Sopranos, Schirripa observes the finer points of amore in all its forms--love for his mother and her Sunday sauce, his wife and kids, his friends, his goomar on the side, even for his car (and he better not catch you eating in it, if you know what's good for you). Alternately touching, telling, and laugh-out-loud funny, The Goomba's Book of Love proves that no one loves as fiercely (or as frequently) as a goomba.
A Goomba's Guide to Lifeby Charles Fleming Steven R. Schirripa
Attention would-be paesans: Can't distinguish "gabagool" from "pasta fazool"? Not sure how to properly accessorize your track suit with gold chains? Does the phrase "go to the mattresses" make you sleepy? Now Steven R. Schirripa, The Sopranos' own Bobby Bacala, exposes the inner mysteries of this unique Italian-American hybrid in A Goomba's Guide to Life so that anyone can walk, talk, and live like a guy "from the neighborhood." Über-goomba Steve Schirripa shows how being a goomba made him what he is today, offering lessons learned on his own journey from Bensonhurst to Vegas, and to his current gig as Bobby Bacala on one of TV's most popular shows. Along the way, he shares secrets that will help you get in touch with your own inner goomba. You'll learn what music to enjoy (Sinatra, yes; Snoop Dogg, no), what movies to watch (Raging Bull, yes; Titanic, never), which sports to follow (baseball is good; golf and tennis, fuhgeddaboudit), and even tips on goomba etiquette. Ever wonder how a real goomba gets the best seat in the house? (Hint: It involves tipping, jewelry, and intimidation. ) Schirripa even includes goomba do's and don'ts (never, ever criticize a goomba's mother or her gravy; always wear more jewelry than you think you need). With knockout photographs of Schirripa and his compares, and insider information on how to think goomba, speak goomba, cook and eat goomba, and even how to behave at goomba weddings and funerals, A Goomba's Guide to Life will show any wiseguy wannabe how to sing like a Soprano.
My Lobotomy: A Memoirby Howard Dully Charles Fleming
At twelve, Howard Dully was guilty of the same crimes as other boys his age: he was moody and messy, rambunctious with his brothers, contrary just to prove a point, and perpetually at odds with his parents. Yet somehow, this normal boy became one of the youngest people on whom Dr. Walter Freeman performed his barbaric transorbital--or ice pick--lobotomy.<P><P> Abandoned by his family within a year of the surgery, Howard spent his teen years in mental institutions, his twenties in jail, and his thirties in a bottle. It wasn't until he was in his forties that Howard began to pull his life together. But even as he began to live the "normal" life he had been denied, Howard struggled with one question: Why?<P> "October 8, 1960. I gather that Mrs. Dully is perpetually talking, admonishing, correcting, and getting worked up into a spasm, whereas her husband is impatient, explosive, rather brutal, won't let the boy speak for himself, and calls him numbskull, dimwit, and other uncomplimentary names."<P> There were only three people who would know the truth: Freeman, the man who performed the procedure; Lou, his cold and demanding stepmother who brought Howard to the doctor's attention; and his father, Rodney. Of the three, only Rodney, the man who hadn't intervened on his son's behalf, was still living. Time was running out. Stable and happy for the first time in decades, Howard began to search for answers. <P> "December 3, 1960. Mr. and Mrs. Dully have apparently decided to have Howard operated on. I suggested [they] not tell Howard anything about it."<P> Through his research, Howard met other lobotomy patients and their families, talked with one of Freeman's sons about his father's controversial life's work, and confronted Rodney about his complicity. And, in the archive where the doctor's files are stored, he finally came face to face with the truth.<P> Revealing what happened to a child no one--not his father, not the medical community, not the state--was willing to protect, My Lobotomy exposes a shameful chapter in the history of the treatment of mental illness. Yet, ultimately, this is a powerful and moving chronicle of the life of one man. Without reticence, Howard Dully shares the story of a painfully dysfunctional childhood, a misspent youth, his struggle to claim the life that was taken from him, and his redemption.
Nicky Deuce: Home for the Holidaysby Charles Fleming Steven R. Schirripa
If you ask Nicholas Borelli II--better known as Nicky Deuce--winter in New Jersey is awfully boring compared to summertime in Brooklyn, where he had the best two weeks of his life. Now it's cold out, he's back in school, and he has to live without Grandma Tutti's home cooked Italian meals and Uncle Frankie's funny tough-guy attitude. But not for long! Nicky's father is throwing a New Year's Eve party and the whole family is going to stay at their house and the gang from Brooklyn is coming to visit. By Christmas, Nicky's home is brimming with Brooklyn accents. Grandma Tutti wastes no time taking over the kitchen while Uncle Frankie charms the neighbors and cousin Tommy beats up Dirk Van Allen, the biggest jerk in the neighborhood. Suddenly Tommy becomes a local hero but he and Nicky also become the prime target of a bully's revenge. Nicky Deuce is about to find out that winter in New Jersey is anything but boring.
Nicky Deuce: Welcome to the Familyby Charles Fleming Steven R. Schirripa
It's July, and Nicholas Borelli II's parents are scheduled to spend two weeks on a cruise. Nicholas will spend those two weeks, as he does every summer, at Camp Wannameka. The night before he's to leave, however, there's a phone call: thanks to an explosion in the septic system, camp is canceled. The only place for Nicholas to go instead is to his grandmother's house in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, New York. Nicholas's father grew up in Brooklyn, but you'd hardly know it. An Italian dinner at Nicholas's house in the suburbs is whole wheat pasta, organic tomato sauce, and, if he's lucky, a tofu meatball. And Brooklyn? Well, Brooklyn is the place his father left and never talks about. Nicholas has never been there, and he doesn't want to go now. But when Nicholas tastes his grandma Tutti's meatballs for the first time, gets a nickname from his uncle Frankie, and makes a friend in the neighborhood, his feelings about Brooklyn-and family-begin to change.
Three Weeks in October: The Manhunt for the Serial Sniperby Charles Fleming Charles A. Moose
In October 2002, ordinary Americans feared for their lives, too frightened to pump gas at the local station or allow their children to play outdoors. For twenty-three nightmarish days, a nation felt at the mercy of unknown killers who seemingly chose victims at random. Now, a year after those horrific events, comes a book by the man whose courage, integrity, and tenacious dedication helped finally to crack the case
Uncaged: My Life as a Champion MMA Fighterby Charles Fleming Frank Shamrock Mickey Rourke
Before Frank Shamrock became known professionally as "The Legend"--winning almost every mixed martial arts title in existence--he endured a childhood marred with abuse, neglect, and molestation that led to an equally troubled young adulthood. This riveting book tells his whole story: his neglect as a child by his hippie mother and absentee father, his salvation under the foster father who took him in when no one else would, his desperate act of armed robbery and subsequent incarceration in state prison, and his eventual rebirth as a cage fighter who would go on to dominate the entire sport for the next two decades. Detailing his fights inside and outside of the ring, it discusses the people and events that enabled him to become a champion as well as his problems with the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the reasons behind his retirement. With eye-opening depictions of the world of mixed martial arts fighters and refreshing candor, this thrilling story of sex, violence, crime, and redemption reveals the numerous pitfalls a famous fighter encountered in his life and how he successfully overcame them to become a champion in every sense of the word.
Uncaged: My Life as a Champion MMA Fighterby Charles Fleming Frank Shamrock Mickey Rourke
Before Frank Shamrock became known professionally as "The Legend"--winning almost every mixed martial arts title in existence--he endured a childhood marred with abuse, neglect, and molestation that led to an equally troubled young adulthood. This riveting book tells his whole story: his neglect as a child by his hippie mother and absentee father, his salvation under the foster father who took him in when no one else would, his desperate act of armed robbery and subsequent incarceration in state prison, and his eventual rebirth as a cage fighter who would go on to dominate the entire sport for the next two decades. Detailing his fights inside and outside of the ring, it discusses the people and events that enabled him to become a champion as well as his problems with the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the reasons behind his retirement. With eye-opening depictions of the world of mixed martial arts fighters and refreshing candor, this thrilling story of sex, violence, crime, and redemption reveals the numerous pitfalls a famous fighter encountered in his life and how he successfully overcame them to become a champion in every sense of the word.
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NEW YORK, NY — September 20, 2010 — Following an intensive two-year study program supported by ORT in partnership with the UJA-Federation of New York, a group of 60 underachieving youths have embarked on careers as technicians.
The young men, many of them immigrants from Ethiopia and the Commonwealth of Independent States and Baltic States, graduated from the electronic engineering diploma course at Emek HaYarden College to take up positions in the Israeli Air Force, including elite research units.
"We are deeply grateful to the UJA-Federation of New York for joining with us to nurture and promote educational, technological excellence among all populations in Israel," said Alan E. Klugman, National Executive Director of ORT America. "Thanks to the munificence of UJA's donors, these young men, many of whom were unable to realize their potential at school because they did not have the requisite math and physics qualifications, were given a second chance — all passing with flying colors. They can now look forward to a significant and interesting service in the IDF and a reliable and a rewarding civilian career," he added with pride.
Roni Rubenstein, Chair of the UJA-Federation of New York's Ethiopian Israeli Task Force said, "We are thrilled with the success of this program and continue to be committed to the full integration of Ethiopian Israelis into Israeli society."
The IDF, the Ministries of Education and Religious Affairs, and Youth Aliyah Organization also contributed to meeting the costs of the Adir BeMarom program and ORT provided a number of scholarships to Ethiopian students.
During the course, the students became known as the "Kadima Mada Class," the name of ORT America's program in Israel." They lived at the Adir BeMarom's residential center; a warm, structured and supportive environment, which helped them to meet the challenge of doing the extra studies necessary to keep up with the diploma course. They also underwent a cultural enrichment program that provided them with a deeper understanding of and appreciation for Israel, including study trips, Torah study and pastoral care. Despite their extra workload, they graduated at the same time as the other students — a clear sign of their motivation as well as proof of the quality of the program.
Graduates of the program will also benefit by having to serve for five years in the military instead of three — the final two years on full pay, which can be up to ten times more than the stipend given to those doing regular national service. Their diploma is also recognized internationally, cutting in half the time it would take them to do an engineering degree.
One of the young students in the program, Asher, made Aliyah with his family six years ago.
"I have eight brothers and sisters, and since my parents are unemployed, it has been very difficult for us economically, he said. I decided to study for a degree in electronics engineering to enable me to assimilate more easily into Israeli society and to be able to support my family in the future…I will proudly serve my country when I join the air force."


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This game will only play by disc. No USB loading
Hi, can somebody help me get this game to work. I can't get past the 'licensed by nintendo' screen, it just goes black and stops loading.
I have tried IOS 222,223,AND 250. I have also tried changing the alternative.dol but nothing is working.
Any ideas would be appreciated. I am using CFG version 61b on a 4.1u
This game will only play by disc. No USB loading
Gutted, will it play from a backup disc or just the original?
And thanks for the quick reply.
It works as a backup. It's the only one I've come across that I couldn't play via usb
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Just when I think I can't be further disgusted
June 13, 2008 - Amy Jo Hanna-Eckenrode
There was an ad for a world animal protection agency (one I had never heard of) with this link on a web page I visited. I hesitated clicking on it because I am 'faint of heart'. The photo got me to click.
I swear, just when I think I can't be even more disgusted with the human race something like this comes to me.
If you get caught up thinking that your entire world exists within the confines of this screwed-up little bubble called America then this will clarify for you that there is a much bigger world out there full of uneducated, ignorant people.
I truly hope there is justice in the end for 'people' who commit such horrendous acts and justice for the poor victims on which those acts are inflicted.
I hope I get to help out in the room of justice.


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OMAHA, Neb. Twice before, Adam Matthews walked to the plate with the bases loaded on Friday night, in South Carolinas College World Series elimination game against Arkansas. Twice before, Matthews came away empty, hitting into a double play to end the first inning and striking out to end the fifth, after USC tied the game.
43 Number of pitches thrown by USC starter Colby Holmes on Friday. In his previous start, Monday against Arkansas, he threw 53 pitches. 1985 The last time a team made the College World Series final three years in a row. Texas did it and lost for the second straight year. Texas was the second team to do it, joining Southern California, which won a record five straight titles from 1970-74. 1.68 USCs earned-run average in the NCAA tournament entering Fridays game. It was 3.06 before the tournament.
And here he was again, with the bases loaded and two outs, in the seventh inning of a tie game. The count was 3-2. Baseball presents few tenser moments than this.
Adding to the drama, Matthews is a senior, so this could have been his final at-bat. He was toeing the edge of a frustrating finish to a disappointing final season, in which was hitting .202 exactly two months ago Friday, before closing the season strong. Arkansas closer, Barrett Astin, looked at the sign and wound up. In the split second after he released the ball, Matthews started to swing. The pitch tailed low and away. Matthews flexed his forearms and pulled the bat back. No swing. Ball four. USC led for the first time all night.
Of all the doubles to the gap and diving catches and nasty sliders that decide a teams season, it was Matthews eyes, in the Gamecocks 67th game this year, that ultimately assured they will play on.
His walk put USC up 3-2, which was the final. It finished the Gamecocks response to a 2-0 deficit in the fifth inning and put them into the best-of-three World Series final against Arizona, starting Sunday at 8 p.m. Arizona is 8-0 in the NCAA tournament.
USC won three games in two days after losing Monday to Arkansas, and continues its pursuit of its third straight national title something just one team has accomplished. USC is the third team to play for the national title in three straight seasons.
In a cruel twist for Arkansas, its bullpen dominated for so long until the Matthews walk, which broke a streak of 26 scoreless innings. Arkansas walked eight batters in its first three games of this World Series, including a loss Thursday night to USC. Matthews walk was the Razorbacks ninth Friday.
USC closer Matt Price finished them off, as he has done to so many teams in Omaha, by throwing three scoreless innings.
Price is one of the best pitchers in College World Series history. Entering Friday, he allowed one run in 212/3 career innings in Omaha, a 0.42 ERA that was just a shade below his 0.46 career ERA in the NCAA tournament. When he trotted out of the bullpen before the seventh, he brought with him a 152/3 scoreless inning streak in Omaha. It is now 182/3.
Arkansas extended its lead to 2-0 in the third. The Razorbacks had runners on second and third with nobody out when USC pitching coach Jerry Meyers replaced starter Colby Holmes with Tyler Webb. Holmes lasted two innings and allowed three hits and two runs. He threw just 43 pitches his second consecutive short start against the Razorbacks in this World Series.
Webb gave USC four scoreless innings. It was his 14th career NCAA tournament appearance and he has allowed zero runs and six hits, with 17 strikeouts, in 182/3 innings. He threw 71 pitches Friday after throwing 82 in relief on Monday against Arkansas. That, along with Wednesdays rain, forced USC to try to win three games in two days to stay alive.
In the fifth, the Gamecocks got on the board when Joey Pankakes single to center, on a pitch left over the middle of the plate, scored Tanner English, USCs fastest player, from second. Pankake entered Friday batting .184 in the NCAA tournament, compared to .284 before it, with two runs batted-in.
USCs second run came when Arkansas ace starter DJ Baxendale pitched a bit too carefully to USCs best hitter, Christian Walker, with the bases loaded. Baxendale left a 3-2 pitch low and away, Walker walked and the game was tied at two.
USC couldnt get any more runs, because Matthews struck out with the bases loaded. He entered the game hitting .167 with the bases loaded.
Baxendale didnt finish the fifth and wound up with four hits and two runs allowed in 41/3 innings. He struck out two and walked a career-high five.
Signs were everywhere that the World Series was entering its tense final days. At the white merchandise tents in the shadow of TD Ameritrade Park, merchandise for the five eliminated teams was discounted, as just three teams remained Friday.
USC had to feel good about its recent history in World Series elimination games heading into Friday. The Gamecocks were 14-2 under coach Ray Tanner in those games, with six straight wins. They remained alive on Thursday by beating Kent State and Arkansas, to force a decisive game Friday and become the third team ever, and first since 1952, to win two games in one day at the World Series.
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July gardening at Molbak's
The July calendar of events at Molbak's begins with a seminar featuring Vegetables for Fall and Winter Harvest. The free event will be held June 11 at 6 p.m. (Gardening for Fall and Winter Harvest) and 7:30 p.m. (Varieties for Northwest Gardens).
A workshop for kids, ages 6-11, will feature Growing Fall and Winter Veggies July 17 from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Fee for the class is $10, and registration by July 10 is required. Call 483-5000, ext. 485.
A free seminar, Perennials: Stars of Summer, is set for July 18 at 7 p.m. For additional information, call 483-5000.


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Originally Posted by davopnz: first time for everything history boy
There is a first time for everything bujt that's not how you win betting sports. You win over time by betting into odds that favor you, not by betting into something to happen the first time.
The history of series all points to odds that favor the Clippers to win and cover tonight and I highly, highly suspect they will, possibly even dominate this game......................................
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Travel Plan information for parents and guardians
Your child's school is currently working with Hampshire County Council to produce a School Travel Plan. This leaflet aims to answer some common questions received from parents and guardians.
What is a School Travel Plan?
It is a document produced by the school community that looks at how children travel on the journey to and from school, as well as setting out a number of aims or targets which could include:
- Improving safety for all children on their journey to school.
- Increasing the number of children who walk, cycle and use public transport on the school journey.
- Helping to remove barriers that might prevent children from walking, cycling or using public transport.
- Educating children in the benefits of walking and cycling and in essential road safety skills.
- Widening the understanding of the whole school community of school travel issues.
Why is the school developing a School Travel Plan?
Many schools have problems with congestion around the school gate while many parents do not feel it is safe to let their children walk or cycle to school. Levels of childhood obesity and asthma are also rising, so schools and parents/guardians are keen to find ways to help overcome these trends.
A School Travel Plan helps the school community identify problems along with looking at ways in which they can be reduced or solved. A School Travel Plan also helps schools to encourage children to walk, cycle, be healthier, safer and more aware of their environment. It is a whole school initiative that involves pupils, staff, parents/guardians and the local community.
How can I help?
To help develop the School Travel Plan, schools will ask children and/or their parents/guardians to complete a short travel survey. This will provide the school with information on how children currently travel to and from school and also any problems they may have on the school journey or reasons why they travel a certain way. This is your chance to put forward your opinions and experiences. Ask your school who their "School Champion" is. If you normally travel by car, you could also take this opportunity to try a different way of travelling to and from school with your child (even if it is just for a day!)
What happens next?
When the school has collected all the information together an action plan is developed which lists how the school will meet its targets and aims. Actions will be identified for the school, pupils, parents/guardians and also others. This may include Hampshire County Council who has funding available to help schools with travel plans. Schools can bid for items within its school grounds such as cycle storage, improvements to their pedestrian/cyclist entrances or covered waiting areas for parents. Bidding for funding can also be for projects outside the school grounds such as better crossing facilities, more distinctive warning signs or improved footways.


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Boasting world-class surf and beautiful beaches, SANTA CATALINA is considered by many to have the most impressive waves in Panama. Catalina's popularity has skyrocketed in the last decade, through surf tourism and as the jumping-off point for Isla Coiba, which offers similarly world-class diving, but the distance from major cities and airports has left this small fishing village fairly well preserved.
The village and most of its businesses – many owned by expats – are based around the main street, the road from Soná, which ends where the concrete meets Santa Catalina beach. It is an unimpressive pebble-strewn strip, where the fishermen pull up their boats and unload their catch, and where boats leave for Coiba. Most of the accommodation and restaurants are located off what is often called the beach road, which deviates left at the public phone box, ending 2km later in the swath of sand that is Playa del Estero. This is a far nicer beach, where most of the surf classes take place. If you can't afford to go to Coiba, you'll find plenty of decent snorkelling and nice white sands at the nearby islands of Santa Catalina and Cébaco.


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FOOD for FIRE
The city of Firozabad, near Agra, is famous for its small-scale glass
industries that produce an estimated 50 million bangles each day.
During ancient periods, invaders brought many glass articles to India.
These glass articles when rejected were collected and melted in locally made furnace called as "Bhainsa Bhatti."
This was the start of the glass industry in Firozabad.
Since then Firozabad is the home of the glass industry, white and coloured glass pieces
being manufactured for the purpose of assembling jhad and fanus (chandeliers)
which were in demand by royal courts and nobles for decorating their assembling
and drawing rooms. Later on phials for Itra, scents, and other cosmetic products
were made. Slowly and steadily Indian marriage items like bangles, kangans, kada, etc.
were produced in bulk for the general public. Today it is
having famous area as suhag nagar because it fulfills almost
all the demand of bangles, kadas, kangans and other items of suhagins (married women).
While more than one lakh workers are directly employed in these factories,
total numbers of people involved in this business is estimated as more than four lakh.
More than three lakh workers, as estimated by the committee, are unorganized workers in Firozabad.
"In summer season it is like the hell. Some workers during the work pour cold water on their heads,"
added Kumar, who is working at different factories on daily wage basis for indian Rupee 250 (USD 50).
people cant imagine the labours pain, they live in the fire and play with fire.
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Power blackouts
Information about power blackouts and what do in an electrical emergency.
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Energy Emergencies (Energy and Earth Resources)
In most cases when the lights go out, it is your local gas or electricity distribution business that is responsible for repairing their infrastructure and restoring power to their area.www.energyandresources.vic.gov.au/energy/safety-and-emergencies/who-is-involved-in-energy-emergencies next
Power Outages (Energy and Earth Resources)
Victoria has very reliable electricity supplies, but sometimes power outages can occur. The most important thing during a power outage is to stay safe. Keep clear of fallen powerlines and keep others away. Be careful with temporary generators. And if there has been significant damage to your property, make sure a licensed electrician checks that it's safe to turn your power back on.www.energyandresources.vic.gov.au/energy/safety-and-emergencies/power-outages next
What to do in an electrical emergency (Energy Safe Victoria)
There are a number of situations arising from the use of electricity in our everyday lives that could be classified as emergencies.www.esv.vic.gov.au/For-Consumers/Emergencies/Electricity next
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AFSC South Star Summer 2014
Federal Budget from the Ground Up
State and Federal Housing Cuts Threaten Increased Homelessness for NH Families
Reentry Videos Screening Toolkit
The American Friends Service Committee and Voices of Hope Productions joined forces to support, through the medium of film, community groups and policy organizations devoted to men and women returning home after incarceration. These three films are the result. A Failing System was a labor of love by Voices of Hope. No Where to Go and Healing Justice: Transformed Lives were made with the support of the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice, Integrity House, and Women Who Never Give Up, Inc.
Housing: A Basic Human Right
New Hampshire Economic Justice Program Background
Economic Justice
Every day, people in New Hampshire are affected by economic forces beyond their immediate control and often far beyond the state's borders. But while the causes of the 2008 financial collapse, the behavior of trans-national manufacturers, and the steady rise in the cost of housing may seem beyond local capacity to affect, the AFSC NH Program knows that the concerted actions of informed individuals can make a difference.
D.C. Program Addresses Housing Needs
D.C. Right to Housing Campaign Background
In 1944, Franklin Roosevelt pushed for the adoption of a "second Bill of Rights," for all to be free from fear and free from want. This included the right to a decent home. In 1948, the United States signed on to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which recognizes housing as a human right. Article 25 specifies, "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services." AFSC is part of the D.C. Right to Housing Campaign.


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Date: Oct 21, 2008
Airline: Qantas
Flight: QF 11
Route: Sydney to Los Angeles
Dep: 1420 (2:20pm)
Arr: 0945 (9:45am)
Aircraft: Boeing 747-400
Registration: VH-OJS
Seat: 72K
The day before had been gorgeous and I had spent a good number of hours watching the departuers off Rwy 34L at the famous beach spot, that is featured on Airliners.net. The taxiway took them close to the fence and it was here a few weeks earlier I saw the Airbus A380 for the first time in Singapore Airline colours (However pics below are from the second spotting trip. This is after all a trip report section!!) What I did not realise is the very next plane to pass by would be the jet I would be on the next day heading to Los Angeles, though in a different weather pattern altogether.
This is the jet that would take me the next day to Los Angeles.
I took the train from one of the Sydney suburbs and changed at Central Station in the city, to the train going to the International Terminal. It was quite effortless and is easy if you have just one pull along suitcase! Once in the International Terminal, I knew I had to wander around as I was very early, almost two hours before check in could open. No sooner the check in desk opened, I was the first few and was frantic to get that window seat 73K on the right in case we took off to the North, and have that gorgeous view of the Sydney city skyline. I handed the check in agent the e-ticket and passport and she proceeded to check me in. Then she had a very unsual look on her face as she looked into the computer screen. I noticed it and asked her if everything was alright. She looked at me and with a slight smile, yet bordering more on surprise she told me "You've been upgraded to Premium Economy". Oh wow! I could hardly believe my eyes and the I asked her, "Is it a window seat" without even realising that Premium Economy was located right over the wings, son no real views there to begin with!! "Er..no it's a middle seat, between two passengers" she said and proceeded to give me the seat number, but I had already stopped listening."Is it possible for me to have that window seat in Economy?" I said to her no sooner she finished, and that was when she looked up for the longest time at me. "You want to change your seat back to Economy? she said and theN I proceeded to tell her how a window seat was so important to me, and especially since I always wanted to see the Sydney skyline on takeoff, and moreover to get some shots of landing in Los Angeles. It was then she knew she was not dealing with a normal passenger, as she proceeded to change my seat and handed me my boarding pass. I left the counter with mixed emotions, sad on losing that seat in Premium Economy, but happy to have that window seat I needed. I later found out that Premium Economy comes with it's own dedicated FA and table linen service! Oh well!!
Passing through Immigration I then went through the Duty Free areas and was not interested in browsing around but more eager to see the planes outside the big glass windows. The weather was terrible, it was cloudy, dark and raining and what dissapointed me most was the take-offs were from 16R over Botany Bay, the jets disappearing into the clouds minutes after taking off. Hoping the weather would change to the day before was going to be impossible.
I went around the terminal trying to find the best spots and almost stopped short in my tracks with something that caught my attention inside the terminal itself. Approaching my direction from the other side was Tommy Lee Jones! He was with two other guys and the trio walked by like they were just like the rest of the crowds. I wanted to get my camera out and try and get a pic, but decided against it should he decided to smash it to the ground instead, had I to take a pic. Rock star mentality is dangerous! I hadn't just given up a seat in Premium Economy to have my camera meet with such a fate! Still so much more time to kill, and an even longer flight lay ahead of me. Finally heading to the gate in a remote corner of the terminal, with no view of the airport area or the jet we were to board. We had to pass many security checks. Flights to the US are always on high alert, but once in the holding area the mood was more relaxed. Soon the Qantas crew arrived, this time an entirely younger lot, but with some senior staff that were probably serving First and Business. Boarding announcements were made and Premium Economy had the privilige to board with those that riding up front.
Once on board, I noticed the two seats behind me were occupied by a couple, and the seat in front of me had a lone passenger. I waited to see if 72J would be taken but it did not. Our gate was very close to 16R and I knew we would hardly have any taxi to get there. We pushed back and even then I hoped we would go down the beach and take off to the North, but it did not happen. We made our way to the runway and the engines sprung into life, and at that very moment the viewfinder of my camera started to blink a red battery at the top left corner. Never before did I change the cameras in my battery so fast, reset the settings and click a pic as we climbed out of 16R over Botany Bay! We banked gently to the right, travelled a bit in that direction and then made that big left turn to head out over the Pacific Ocean. I was so lucky that I managed to change the batteries in time to get the shots below.
The crew on this flight were a little bit more upbeat than the ones on the Inbound, and they performed their duties with a smile, were curteous in replying and attended passenger needs quickly. Hot towels were distributed followed by a cocktail service ,and then lunch commenced. I think lunch was actually served some two hours into the flight. It was substantial and I knew that they were snacks available as well as indicated in the Economy Class Menu programme card! A nice surprise was the Ice cream bar which was very welcome. But the nicest touch on Qantas flights is the snack on Q which not only has a nice bag of goodies but comes with the most delicious hot chocolate with marshmallows. I have not seen the Hot chocolate drink on any other airline, it's really such a nice Qantas touch. Even when I asked my cousin about it when she flew Qantas, and her response was just "Hmmmm"!! Such a huge sleep inducer on these long haul flights. We continued our journey over the Pacific passing Apia, and flew much south of the city of Noumea that we had crossed on our way in. It was going to be a long night in the darkness with some 12 hours of our journey being in that state! I managed to watch quite a few movies on this flight including a Pakistan/Australia joint production called "Son of a Lion" which was not a movie I would have ever dreamt would be shown on Qantas. It was dubbed in English as the entire movie was in Pushto, the regional language of the North West Frontier Province in Pakistan. Time seemed to pass at it's own pace yet we carried on with our large Pacific crossing.
The first rays of sunrise appeared and it also meant our journey was coming to an end. The smell of breakfast filled the cabin and those that were asleep stirred back to life. It was not very bright outside and some dark silouhetted land shapes started to take shape in what was previously nothing but large expanses of water. I later learned the picture was that of Santa Catalina Island. We progressed closer to the Californian coastline and no sooner we were over it, we turned gently to the left and made our approach into Los Angeles Airport. I always love landing in Los Angeles as the views are just amazing of nothing but huge expanses of homes that have no real end or beginning. The famous Los Angeles skyline appeared in the distance and I still regret not having my camera when we flew directly over it on a previous trip, as we circled to the right from our approach from the other side of the Pacific, on Malaysia Airlines from Kuala Lumpur via Taipei. (I will be posting the report of those trips too, so stay tuned). The Staples Centre showed from under the wing and all these landmarks indicated we were moments from touchdown. It was hard to believe that those many hours had passed all but so quickly.
We touched down smoothly on 25R on the Southern runways and passed another Qantas flight that was heading to the active runway, which I believe was the flight that leaves midday from Sydney for New York via Los Angeles. The usually busy Los Angeles airport seemed very quiet at this hour, but would later pick up as I spent another few hours there for my return flight back to Toronto on Air Canada.
Reflection of the tail
Reflection of the Qantas titles.


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Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
I made one of these last winter and it was less than an hour from start to finish. It makes a large crib sized quilt, but you can add borders. I didn't like the way it looked when it was done because of how the patterns broke up on the top. It was random, but not random enough for me.
But it is a good way to use up fabric!
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2013 21.0
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Mine had 40 strips - 2 each of 20 different fabrics. It was also only 2" wide instead of the usual 2.5"- which may have been why I didn't like how it looked. It was a "collection" but I would never have put some of them in the mix if I were choosing. Next time I'd pick a better jellyroll!
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No single aspect of modern day NFL defenses is more important than generating a pass rush. Putting pressure on opposing signal callers forces bad decisions, which lead to turnovers. In what has become a passing league, neutralizing the quarterback is key.
Each team generates pressure in its own way, but few teams in the NFL rely more on the defensive end position to generate a pass rush than the Indianapolis Colts. Fortunate for Indy, it has had the luxury of boasting a tandem set Pro Bowl pass rushers who give opposing quarterbacks, offensive line coaches, offensive linemen, and offensive coordinators absolute fits.
Carrying two highly paid defensive ends on one team does come with its share of consequences, of course. One of the biggest consequences for the Colts over the past six years has been the reliance on Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis without legitimate depth behind them. Injuries to Freeney were partially responsible for derailing playoff runs for the Colts in 2007 and 2009.
There was a time, prior to the 2006 season, that the Colts could fall back on Raheem Brock for additional pressure. When he was forced to bulk up and focus more on playing defensive tackle, all meaningful pass rush depth was gone.
In the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft, the Colts drafted Jerry Hughes to remedy the problem. Fresh off of losing the Super Bowl to the New Orleans Saints, in no small part because the team was unable to generate any pressure on Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees, the front office decided to place a great emphasis on bolstering the depth and planning for the future.
Unfortunately, Hughes has failed to turn into the Mathis-clone he was projected to become. He struggled significantly in 2010, and is partially blamed for a long kickoff return in the playoffs against the New York Jets that allowed a last second field goal — sealing an early exit for the Colts. In 2011, he has seen more of the field — and spends much of his time on the right side (relieving Freeney) — but has yet to be consistent in any phase of the game.
While it should be clear at this point that the decision to cut John Chick was a mistake, the front office did not rest on siding with Hughes. Instead, two veteran defensive ends were brought in via free agency. Both players have been productive, and key role-players, in helping shore up a leaky run defense — particularly on the edges.
Former first round selection Jamaal Anderson was widely recognized as one of the top run defending defensive ends in the NFL but failed to live up to the pass rushing reputation he carried with him from college. Since he has joined the Colts, his abilities have noticeably improved in that area. Anderson has only accrued one sack, but it is not indicative of his overall impact.
Another former first round pick, Tyler Brayton, has picked up two sacks and generated pressure of his own. He also has lived up to his reputation as a solid run defender.
The big issue with the position heading into 2012 is that three of the players mentioned above will be unrestricted free agents. Mathis, Anderson, and Brayton will all require new contracts if they are to remain in Indianapolis. Both Brayton and Mathis are north of 30 years old — as is Freeney — which makes prospects like North Carolina's Quinton Coples really attractive.
The big issue with drafting a player like Coples is that the team has bigger needs in the secondary, and at quarterback — particularly if Manning does not make a return. Players like Illinois' Whitney Mercilus or Oklahoma's Frank Alexander could be worth a look in the second or third rounds though.
Otherwise, retaining the aging players at a reasonable price will be key. If Manning does not return, cap room will be freed up to do so. If he does, keeping the trio will be difficult — especially if the team also drafts Andrew Luck with the number 1 overall pick.
It looks like the team's long-term fate is tied to Manning and the development of second-year player Jerry Hughes at this point. How Irsay and the Polians handle it during the 2012 off-seaosn will have short and long-term implications for the future of Indy's pass rush.


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Nursing alumnae to meet for lunch
MARTINSBURG - Kings Daughters Hospital Nursing Alumnae will hold its Christmas luncheon at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 28, at the Holiday Inn.
For more information or to RSVP, call Ginny at 304-263-0588.
Senior Idol Contest to be held Jan. 26
HAGERSTOWN, Md. - The Washington County Commission on Aging will sponsor its fourth "Maryland Senior Idol Contest" from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at the Bridge of Life Church, 14 S. Potomac St. Those 60 and older are invited to come out and demonstrate their vitality and vibrancy vocal talents. Applications and tickets are available by calling 301-790-0275, ext. 205, 220 or 216. Registration deadline is Dec. 31.
Orchestra needs instrument donations
MARTINSBURG - The Berkeley County Orchestra Program is seeking donations of string instruments.
Needed are violins, violas, celli and basses for students who cannot afford renting or buying. The instruments can be donated regardless of their condition and will be repaired by the string staff.
Donations may be dropped off at any Berkeley County school office or the Board of Education at 401 S. Queen St. Participants should provide name and address if they want to be recognized or need a tax receipt.
For more information, call 304-263-2916 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Christmas dinner to be held today
SHEPHERDSTOWN - The Shepherdstown Fire Department, 8052 Martinsburg Pike, will hold its annual free community Christmas dinner and open house from noon to 3 p.m. today. The event will feature gifts for children, literature on fire safety, displays on fire, rescue and ambulance, as well as photos with Santa Claus.
Debate on election set for Monday
SHEPHERDSTOWN - The Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies will host a debate on the issue of the national popular vote for president and vice president at 7 p.m. Monday in the center's auditorium at 213 N. King St. on the campus of Shepherd University. The debate will feature West Virginia Delegate John Doyle and Patrick Rosenstiel, senior consultant for the 501(c)4 National Popular Vote issue advocacy group.
During each presidential election, the question always arises about whether the electoral college has outlived its usefulness and that this Constitutional provision should be altered or abolished so that presidents can be elected by the direct popular vote of the people.
For more information, call Dr. Ray Smock at 304-876-5665 or visit the Byrd Center website at www.byrdcenter.org.
AARP chapter to meet Tuesday
MARTINSBURG - The local AARP Chapter will meet at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Berkeley Senior Center, 217 N. High St.
NARVRE meeting to be held Wed.
BERKELEY SPRINGS - Unit No. 022 of the National Association of Retired and Veteran Railway Employees will hold its quarterly meeting at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the American Legion. All railway employees (retired and current) are welcome to attend. A gift exchange will be held as in years past.
For more information, call 304-258-1045.
Entrepreneurs forum set for Thurs.
CHARLES TOWN - The Eastern Panhandle Entrepreneurs Forum will be held Thursday at The Inn at Charles Town. Networking will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the program from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The program will feature local success stories Bloomery Plantation Distillery and Black Dog Coffee.
For more information, call Whitney at 304-728-3255.
Callaham lecture set for Friday
HAGERSTOWN, Md. - Art Callaham will present his lecture, "Fredericksburg: It Is Well That War Should Be So Terrible," at 7 p.m. Friday at the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. The lecture is sponsored in part by a Maryland Heritage Areas Authority grant, M&T Bank and Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Poole.
Tickets for this unique event are available by calling the museum at 301-739-5727. Tickets for dinner and the lecture are $25 for non-members and $20 for museum members. Tickets for the lecture only are $5 for non-members and free to museum members. Special group rates are available by calling in advance.
For more information and a complete list of speakers for the Thursday Evening Civil War Lecture Series, visit www.wcmfa.org.
Humane society to host open house
MARTINSBURG - The Berkeley County Humane Society, 554 Charles Town Road, will host an open house from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday. Maryland author Linda Moser will be on hand signing her books, "Tales for Kids Who Love Tails" and "Over the Fence." Santa Claus will visit from noon to 2 p.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their children and their cameras for photos. Monetary donations and supplies will be gratefully accepted.
For more information, call 304-267-8389.
Harpers Ferry Hike to be held
HARPERS FERRY - The Potomac Valley Audubon Society will sponsor a hike Saturday at Murphy's Farm in the Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Participants will meet at 10 a.m. at the park's visitor center on Shoreline Drive off U.S. 340, just west of Harpers Ferry.
The hike will be free, and anyone with an interest is welcome to come along. The hike will last about 90 minutes and consists of approximately 2 1/2 miles of easy to moderate walking, without any steep terrains. Preregistration is not required. Children are welcome.
Hikers will pass by Civil War earthworks, a Shenandoah overlook and John Brown's Fort.
Participants should wear sturdy footwear, dress appropriately for the prevailing weather conditions and bring along water.
There is a $10 entry fee to use the visitor center parking lot or ask about an annual pass. Seniors can buy a Golden Age Passport for lifetime entrance to national parks and refuges.
For more information, contact Bob Floren at firstname.lastname@example.com or 804-398-8052.
Class of 1946 to gather Wednesday
MARTINSBURG - The Martinsburg High School Class of 1946 will meet at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, at Heatherfields, in the Holiday Inn, for a Dutch treat luncheon. Reservation deadline is Dec. 10.
For more information or to make a reservation, call Jackie at 304-229-9244 or Edie at 304-263-9497.
'Come to the Table' event on tap
LINTHICUM, Md. - The "Image of Agriculture" symposium will be held from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12, at the Conference Center at the Maritime Institute. Professionals in a variety of fields will share their expertise in a "rapid fire" format, and an interactive "tool panel" will instruct participants in topics such as utilizing social media, how to achieve positive press and how to address legislators. Keynote speakers include Jim Perdue, chairman of Perdue Farms; and Michele Payn-Knoper, from Cause Matters Corps.
For more information or to register, visit www.leadmaryland.org/symposium.
Audubon society to have bird walk
SHEPHERDSTOWN - The Potomac Valley Audubon Society will sponsor a bird walk at Harpers Ferry Wednesday, Dec. 12. Participants will meet at 8 a.m. in the parking area on Shenandoah Street just below the intersection with U.S. 340. The walk will be free, and anyone with an interest is welcome to come along, regardless of their birding skills. No preregistration is required. Children are welcome.
The walk will focus on the riverfront, wetlands and old canal areas of Virginius Island. Likely species to be sighted include herons, ducks, woodpeckers, kinglets, wrens, yellow-rumped warblers, sparrows and perhaps raptors. About three miles of level walking will be involved.
A portion of the walk will be along a railroad track. Consequently, the society's safety protocol requires preregistration for this trip. To preregister, contact Deb Hale at 304-535-2346 or firstname.lastname@example.com.
Participants should wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for prevailing weather conditions.
Binoculars will be available for anyone who needs them.
The trip may be canceled in the event of bad weather. Various trip details also could change depending on weather or recent bird sightings.
For more information, visit www.potomacaudubon.org.
AARP driver
safety class on tap
HAGERSTOWN, Md. - AARP and the Washington County Commission on Aging will sponsor an AARP Driver Safety class from 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 13 at Hagerstown Community College's location at the Valley Mall. Classes are designed to help drivers improve their driving skills and prevent traffic accidents. Classes are geared toward drivers 55 and older, but the class is open to drivers of all ages.
For more information or to register, call Judy Brewer at 301-790-0275, ext. 220.
Watts to discuss book Thursday
CHARLES TOWN - Researcher and historian Donald E. Watts will discuss his latest book, "Fourth Census of the United States of America, 1820: Occupations and Manufactures in Jefferson County, Virginia," from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13, at the Charles Town Library, in the Perry Room.
His book is a valuable resource for both historians and genealogists providing significant insight into the commercial life of Jefferson County in the second decade of the 19th century.
Watts' book will be available for purchase after the talk. The author will donate $5 to the Jefferson County Museum for each book sold.
Open house set for December 15
BERKELEY SPRINGS - The Humane Society of Morgan County will hold its holiday open house from noon to 3 p.m. Dec. 15 at the shelter, 5366 Valley Road. All adoptions during the open house are half price.
For more information, call 304-258-5592.
PFLAG to hold holiday dinner
STEPHENS CITY, Va. - PFLAG will hold its annual holiday dinner and thieves' gift exchange from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Shenandoah Valley. Spaghetti, with a variety of sauces, dinner rolls and drinks, will be provided. Participants are asked to bring a wrapped gift, costing no more than $10, for the thieves' gift exchange. If your last name begins with the letters A to K, you are asked to bring a vegetable to add to the salad, which will be shared; if your last name begins with the letters L to Z, please bring a dessert to share.
Claymont to host open house
CHARLES TOWN - A holiday open house will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Claymont Mansion in Charles Town. The public is invited to help celebrate the completion of the Save America's Treasures Grant and the permanent protection of the Claymont property through conservation easement.
For more information, call the Claymont office at 304-725-4437 or email email@example.com.
Tax assistance
volunteers needed
MORGAN COUNTY - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance volunteers are needed in Morgan County. Volunteers are needed to work from Jan. 23 to April 15 at Morgan County Starting Points and at a site in Paw Paw. Scheduled appointments will be made, and there is flexibility in the times of day that participants would need to be available. Volunteers must attend tax law training and certification training, including how to use the e-file software. Training and testing are tailored to the backgrounds of participants.
For more information, call Audrey Morris at 304-258-5600.
Annie's Project classes on tap
BOONSBORO, Md. - The University of Maryland and Delaware Cooperative Extension will conduct Annie's Project during January 2013 at the Washington County Extension Office. The deadline to register is Jan. 15.
Annie's Project focuses on the many aspects of farm management and is designed to empower women in overall farm decision-making and to build local networks throughout the state. Topics for the sessions cover the five areas of risk management (production, marketing, financial, legal risk and human resources). Cost is $75, which includes meals and materials.
For more information, call 410-758-0166 or visit www.anniesproject.umd.edu.
Drawing class offered by HCC
HAGERSTOWN, Md.- Hagerstown Community College will offer a figure drawing class from 1 to 4:35 p.m. every Wednesday, beginning Jan. 16 and ending May 1, in the Kepler Center.
The class will work from live models and the human skeleton in order to gain a better understanding of body structure. Lecture topics will feature diverse masterworks, offering students the opportunity to relate to different artistic styles and ultimately help them understand how their preferences in style impact their own work.
For more information about the course, email HCC instructor Janet Salter at email@example.com. To register, call 240-500-2238 or go to www.hagerstowncc.edu/regis tration/online.
Shapiro to speak on senate history
SHEPHERDSTOWN - Ira Shapiro, author of "The Last Great Senate: Courage and Statesmanship in Times of Crisis," will speak about his book at 7 p.m. Jan. 29 in the auditorium of the Robert C. Byrd Center for Legislative Studies, 213 N. King St. Shapiro's lecture will be followed by a book signing and reception. The event is free and open to the public.
Shapiro, who is now an international trade lawyer, came to Washington in 1975 and spent 12 years working in senior positions in the Senate. He worked for Sens. Gaylord Nelson, Abraham Ribicoff, Thomas Eagleton, Robert Byrd and Jay Rockefeller, and played important roles in accomplishments as diverse as the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, the Senate Code of Ethics and completing the Metrorail system. During the Clinton administration, he served as a leading U.S. trade negotiator, ultimately earning the rank of ambassador.
Beekeeper class available to all
KEARNEYSVILLE - Learn to be a beekeeper. The West Virginia Eastern Panhandle Beekeepers Association is now accepting applications for its 2013 beginners and advanced beekeeping classes.
Beginners classes will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. every Monday from Feb. 4 to March 11 at the West Virginia Fruit Research and Education Center. A field day date will be determined before the final class. Cost is $70, which includes the cost of the WVEPBA and WVBA membership dues and the course textbook.
The advanced class will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 2, 9 and 16, also at the WVU Fruit Research and Education Center. It is suggested that you complete the beginners' class or have at least two years of experience as a beekeeper before taking the advanced class.
For more information or applications, visit www.wvepba.org or call 540-247-2482.


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The quality of children's diets is a subject of considerable public concern. National data indicate that dietary intakes of U.S. children and adolescents are less than optimal in several respects.
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March 22, 2011, 02:04 PM
Has anyone been able to successfully use these for small game hunting? I'm looking for recipes if so. Thanks guys.
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March 22, 2011, 02:32 PM
I'm sorry, I don't mean to make your post sound bad but when I hear the caliber 45-70 many things come to mind but small game isn't one of them. I would think a bullet that size would do considerable damage to the meat on a small animal making it practically useless.
March 22, 2011, 02:55 PM
No worries I'm very new to all of this so no offense taken. I have just read here and there that when handloaded, they can be made to hunt anything from squirrels to moose. I will mainly be hunting deer and hog but I was just investigating based on things I've read.
March 22, 2011, 02:55 PM
I have to agree. What "small game" are you looking to take with 45-70?
We must have posted at the same time. For deer and hog 45-70 is fine. I took a hog with my 45-70 using the new Hornady Lever gun ammo. I use 45-70 as my primary elk rifle. My hand loads push a 405gr bullet to somewhere near 1900fps. Plenty fast for me. Squirrel? Not so much. Not sure there'd be anything left.
March 22, 2011, 03:08 PM
you can successfully hunt squirrel, rabbit, etc. with a 45-70 or even a 50 BMG if you want
you just ain't gonna have much meat left
March 22, 2011, 03:09 PM
Lol thanks Gus. I do plan on using the 325 grain FTX bullets for deer and hog. So basically for anything smaller than deer, I need less bang? Maybe a .22?
March 22, 2011, 03:13 PM
Maybe a .22?
For Squirrel sized small game .22 is great.
March 22, 2011, 03:16 PM
Thanks all. : )
March 22, 2011, 04:26 PM
MY 45-70 load is a 430gr paper patched lead at a little over 1800. Works great on small game, big game, and anything in between!
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March 22, 2011, 04:36 PM
now get off this guys back and let him play. anybody who knows trapdoor history knows that the service rounds came in rifle, carbine, reduced range, multi-ball, and shotshell loadings.
no reason you can't load .452 castings normally used in 45 ACP or 45 colt to about 600 fps. choose a powder like bullseye or green dot and you get reasonably good obturation on these 155-255 grain bullets. minute of cottontail at 25 yards, for sure. 457 round ball castings are a natural, and WERE the small game load issued to trapdoor riflemen back in the day. loaded multiple they are suitable for (?)
start with about 6 grains of bullseye under a 155 grain .457 round ball seated just inside the case. add cream of wheat between the powder charge and ball for just a bit of compression. chronograph it and adjust for 800 fps and you are shooting a "pre-expanded 38 special".
try similar powders (flake type are better in this application) with all of the 45 pistol bullets you have handy and see which one comes close to your normal 25 yard zero. choose this combo as your small game load.
if that ain't enuf, try loading about 8 grains green dot and about 250 grains of # 7 1/2 shot with a cardboard or felt wad between powder and shot and a cardboard wad glued flush with the case mouth. reasonable squirrel killing patterns at 25-35 yards guarranteed. equal to a 410 shotshell.
March 22, 2011, 10:06 PM
justashooter bet me to it. All I can add is I've been working with Blue Dot in a lot of different rifles lately & it is impressive. I might try Red Dot or Bullseye if you going to load shoot. You can make a wad from newspaper to get a little more range from your rifling. I don't own on but sounds like it should work for squirrel to moose. I would use head shoots on squirrel if you go with a slug.
I was talking to a guy a few weeks ago about loading a 30-06 down to enough to hunt squirrel & he started to make fun of me & tell me that big of a bullet & there wouldn't be nothing left so I let it go. About an hour later he wanted to show me his squirrel gun(he is into BP) & it was a .32 cal & he shoot ball at them. Some people just don't make since.
March 22, 2011, 10:26 PM
Excellent info guys, I will definitely look into those ideas.
March 23, 2011, 03:20 AM
Originally Posted By: Renegade87
I will mainly be hunting deer and hog but I was just investigating based on things I've read.
Deer are hardly small game lol. The 45-70 is just fine for hunting Deer. A friend's Deer rifle is a Marlin levergun in 45-70, it's a great brush gun here in Northeast PA.
March 23, 2011, 12:43 PM
I wanted compressed powder [for high velocity with small powder charge for low noise] AND the bullet to touch the lands [for accuracy]
45/70, 1 gr Bullseye, 145 gr cast bullet, 22" barrel ... 441 fps sounds like a pellet gun if target is soft.
This will kill raccoons with a body shot, quietly.
22 CB shorts are just as quiet in a long barrel, but require a brain shot.
March 23, 2011, 12:45 PM
when I hear the caliber 45-70 many things come to mind but small game isn't one of them
Au contraire! The .45-70 makes a fine small game round. There are several loads in "Forty Years." For the analogous .450 Marlin load I find a .458" roundball backed by a mild trailboss load is very accurate. You can keep a few roundball shells in pocket and if you see an opportunity while hunting for larger game, you can simply toss it into the chamber of a levergun or single shot. They don't usually feed very well in a tube.
Just be careful if you're loading very very small amounts of pistol powder that you have enough juice to clear the barrel. Also a filler wad is sometimes employed to keep the small load of Unique or whatnot down on the primer. There have been reports of pressure spikes otherwise. That's one reason I've shifted to Trailboss for these kinds of loads. That and it's dead accurate and consistent with these big shells.
March 23, 2011, 01:17 PM
You can reduce the 45-70 velocity to do anything you want it to do.
But not with $1 buck each plastic-tip jacketed bullets.
You are crying out for light cast lead bullets and Unique, or Red Dot, or Trail Boss powder.
They won't get stuck in the bore like jacketed bullets are almost certainly going to do a very low velocity.
Look at Hodgdons website for light lead bullet cowboy loads.
For instance, 14.0 grains of Trail Boss will push a 300 grain cast lead bullet at only 1199 FPS safely.
Or about like .22 rim-fire velocity.
March 23, 2011, 01:40 PM
Nice! Now I'm really getting some good info. I will check Hogdon's site for that information.
March 23, 2011, 02:14 PM
I would bet that a solid 47/70 would cause less meat damage than a hollow point 22.
To me, it is more of a price issue.
I've shot and ate squirrel. The only meat worth anything is on the hind legs. I was worried about meat damage (22 hp ammo) so I took head shots. It turns out , I needn't have worried unless I hit him in the hind legs.
If you've got the money and patience, go for it.
March 23, 2011, 02:15 PM
Oh, use low velocity, so if you miss, you don't kill someone miles away.
March 23, 2011, 02:32 PM
I've shot and ate squirrel. The only meat worth anything is on the hind legs. I was worried about meat damage (22 hp ammo) so I took head shots. It turns out , I needn't have worried unless I hit him in the hind legs.
next time you clean a squirrel, i'll take those tenderloins you're throwing away. and the shoulders are fine eating after a few hours in a crockpot.
March 23, 2011, 05:08 PM
next time you clean a squirrel, i'll take those tenderloins you're throwing away. and the shoulders are fine eating after a few hours in a crockpot.After the crook pot everything is good short of the bone. I even eat the meat off the ribs & cut as close to the ears as I can get. If I'm going to all that trouble I want all the meat not just the rump.
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