text:
So its up to local and the smaller grassroots groups to organize.
Skip to comments.President Bush's California Itinerary [Protesters Plan To Follow Bush: April 21-24, 2006]
Posted on 04/21/2006 9:55:24 AM PDT by RonDog
Apr 20, 2006 7:28 am US/Pacific
President Bush's California ItineraryPresident Bush begins his four-day visit to California today. Here is his schedule.
Visits Cisco Systems in San Jose and talks with Silicon Valley executives about the American Competitiveness Initiative. After this even is when Governor schwarzenegger says he'll make a direct appeal to the president for federal help to repair the state's levees.
Tours the California Fuel Cell Partnership in West Sacramento, speaks on advanced transportation technology.
Attends a Republican National Committee fundraiser in Palm Springs.
Attends church service and has lunch with troops at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms.
More events possible.
More events possible.
See also:Details to follow!
Bush coming to OC to talk on immigration [MONDAY (4/24)]
Posted by Ladycalif
On News/Activism 04/20/2006 9:12:02 PM PDT · 86 replies · 1,254+ views
Orange County Register ^ | 4/20/06
Protesters Plan To Follow Bush
President Arrives In California Today
POSTED: 9:02 am PDT April 21, 2006
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Protesters are expected to follow President Bush when he visits California today.
Members of South Bay Mobilization for Peace and Justice have their signs and megaphones ready.
Organizers will be trying to send messages to both Bush and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who will appear together at Cisco Systems in the Bay Area.
Thousands of protesters are expected to tout many different agendas. Police said they have been working closely with the Secret Service on security measures.
Protests are planned in San Jose and in St. Helena, where Bush will spent the night tonight.
Bush is expected to follow this schedule:
- A panel discussion at Cisco Systems
- Spend the night in St. Helena
- Visit West Sacramento Saturday to see fuel-cell technology
- Visit Palm Springs
- Finish trip Sunday in Twenty-Nine Palms, where he will share a meal with military families.
Copyright 2006 by TheKSBWChannel.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Protesters are expected to follow President Bush when he visits California today.Not sure about what the NORTHERN California Bush-haters have planned...
Members of South Bay Mobilization for Peace and Justice have their signs and megaphones ready.
...but the SOUTHERN California moonbats appear to have been caught flat-footed, as it were:Update
by FYI Tuesday, Apr. 18, 2006 at 1:18 PM
The local chapters of the larger national organizations opposed to the Bush Regime are NOT planning to mobilize for this.
So its up to local and the smaller grassroots groups to organize.
don't these people have jobs? Oh, wait, this is California.
Maybe I will protest.....Build a wall Bush or we will!!!
Bush landing behind enemy lines in the bay area...
HOW TERRIBLE!!! After all, the MSM thought it was 'rude' of Vice President Cheney to wear sunglasses yesterday during Hu's speech, and the MSM thought it 'just terrible' that BUSH let this protester in to protest, (as if he had any thing to do with it)
So in my humble opinion, this is "JUST TERRIBLE" that people would protest OUR PRESIDENT!!!
But you won't hear a word of upset over these crack pots protesting our President, thats ok, but heaven forbid, don't let people protest a "killer" like HU.....
The Rats will be out in force. I'd be astounded if I'm wrong about this.
Why cant they leave this man alone?
The Rats will be out in force. I'd be astounded if I'm wrong about this.See also, from www.mercurynews.com:
...Bush has devoted much of his public time this week to speeches on his initiative, culminating in the Cisco appearance, which will include a panel discussion with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Cisco CEO John Chambers, a San Jose State University student and education leaders focused on training a more skilled workforce.
When Air Force One touches down at Moffett Field early Friday afternoon, it will mark the president's fourth visit to Silicon Valley, though he has made it to San Jose only once before, in 2002. He also is making a stop at Stanford University's Hoover Institution, home to many of his early advisers. None of Friday's events are open to the public...
-- snip --
...But anti-war protesters are planning to carpool from as far away as San Francisco to meet the president's motorcade at Cisco and another protest is planned at Stanford University. An immigrant rights news conference, originally set for Thursday in downtown San Jose, was moved to today, in front of Cisco headquarters.
San Jose is the first stop on a four-day visit to California, Bush's longest yet as president. After Cisco, he will travel by a Marine One helicopter to a reception organized by former Secretary of State George Shultz at Stanford University's Hoover Institution. Several Hoover fellows have been key economic advisers, and it was through Hoover that the president was introduced to Condoleezza Rice, his current secretary of state. He then will helicopter to St. Helena, where he will spend the night before heading to Sacramento on Saturday to tout fuel-cell technology.
Then he moves to Southern California to visit with military families Sunday and give a speech on immigration reform Monday.
President Bush is coming! (Counter-protest to support President Bush in Napa Valley)
April 19, 2006 | Sonoma County Republican Party
Posted on 04/19/2006 10:26:59 PM PDT by Hetty_Fauxvert
Dear Fellow Republicans,
As you have probably heard, President Bush is coming to Napa County, very near to us!
As you have also probably heard, there are going to be many counter demonstrators out to harass him.
The Napa County Republican Party has organized a couple of rallies to show our opposition to his critics and to show our support for President Bush.
We received the following message from The Napa County Republicans:Sonoma County Republican Party
President Bush is coming to Napa Valley this Friday evening! He will be staying at Meadowood Resort on Friday and leaving Saturday a.m. This is an exciting time to come out and show support for our president.
Supporters will be meeting at the intersection of DeerPark and Silverado Trail. Please park on Deer Park west of Silverado Trail. There is a fruit stand on that corner. We will meet Friday, starting at 4p.m.- 7 p.m.
We will be back there Saturday from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. (pray for sunshine). Please come out wearing red and white or blue. Please make supportive signs, come and have fun!
There will be protesters located about 1 mile away near the entrance to Meadowood. I have it on good word that there could be 2000-5000 protesters most wearing black - joining hands in a life chain in protest. We can join hands in support of our president! Please tell as many people as you can and come!
Debbie DornausCLICK HERE for the rest of that thread
I may be one of them on the illegal immigration issue.
Bush to Speak in Irvine on Monday
(Heads Up Orange County,CA)
Orange County Register ^ | April 21, 2006 | staff
Posted on 04/21/2006 2:32:38 PM PDT by kellynla
President Bush is extending his weekend trip to California to speak Monday in Irvine on the volatile issue of immigration reform.
Bush will speak to the Orange County Business Council between 8 and 9 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Irvine, according to Myal Greene, spokesman for Rep. John Campbell, R-Irvine.
The president has repeatedly said he favors a comprehensive approach to immigration reform, one that strengthens borders and includes a guest-worker program that matches "willing workers with jobs that Americans won't do." That position puts him at odds with many Republicans in Orange County, including Campbell, who plans to attend the event in his district.
The majority of GOP House members oppose a guest-worker plan...CLICK HERE for the rest of that thread
Bush to Speak in Irvine on Monday
(Heads Up Orange County,CA)
Posted by kellynla
On News/Activism 04/21/2006 2:32:38 PM PDT · 10 replies · 117+ views
Orange County Register ^ | April 21, 2006 | staff
President Bush's California Itinerary
[Protesters Plan To Follow Bush: April 21-24, 2006]
Posted by RonDog
On News/Activism 04/21/2006 9:55:24 AM PDT · 16 replies · 286+ views
President Bush's California Itinerary ^ | April 21, 2005 | CBS News
Bush coming to OC to talk on immigration
Posted by Ladycalif
On News/Activism 04/20/2006 9:12:02 PM PDT · 130 replies · 1,618+ views
Orange County Register ^ | 4/20/06
Maybe I will protest.....Build a wall Bush, or we will!!!How about:
Perfect except Bush is all about amnesty & I think he will take action to keep the wall from being built.
This administration has turned me away from the Republican party. 6 years of R's in control & we have seen spending go out of control, government growth & enabled open borders. No thanks, I am now voting 3rd party unless it is someone like McClintock or Tancredo.
No thanks, I am now voting 3rd party unless it is someone like McClintock or Tancredo.I understand.
On the OTHER hand:
If Hillary is nominated, I will vote against her.
I don't think she will get the nod...too many people hate her.
The Rats will be out in force.See also THIS thread:
I'd be astounded if I'm wrong about this.
Protesters force Bush to move Stanford meeting
Mercury News ^ | April 21, 2006
Posted on 04/21/2006 7:19:36 PM PDT by santorumlite
Protesters force Bush to move Stanford meeting President Bush's visit to Stanford University's Hoover Institution was quickly moved to another location after more than 1,000 protesters converged around the Hoover tower.
The White House said the protesters blocked the only road into the central areaof the campus where Hoover is located, which forced a meeting with several Hoover fellows to be moved to the campus home of former Secretary of State George Shultz, a Hoover fellow who organized the gathering.
The motorcade instead traveled to the house, which is on the outer edge of campus. The change in plans delayed the president's arrival by about 15 minutes. Protesters said they were disappointed that the President would not see them and accused the President of sneaking around to avoid them.
(Excerpt) Read more at mercurynews.com ...CLICK HERE for the rest of that thread
I'd like to see these people arrested and seriously charged one of these days. I'd also like to see some of them -- no, many of them -- badly hurt while resisting arrest. Unless that happens, these incidents will only get worse, and the president of the U.S. will look more and more like a lame duck, which we can't afford as a nation.
I wouldn't be surprised if every one of these California events gets screwed up. Makes me mad. These people don't believe in the democratic process. Their fundamental orientation toward any opposition is violent, as is their fundamental orientation toward our entire society. They are our enemy.
I'd like to see these people arrested and seriously charged one of these days.See THIS picture, also from Yahoo! PHOTOS, it looks like the police officers mean business HERE:
I'd also like to see some of them -- no, many of them -- badly hurt while resisting arrest.
Yes, but apparently they didn't do enough, soon enough. The president's venues shouldn't be changed by these little vermin, and it was.
How about:
"You lost your base on illegal immigration, dude!"
Every American (even FReepers - I just never thought I'd see the day they would join DUmmies to do so) have the right to peaceably assemble and protest the POTUS.
That's what I thought it was going to be ;)
Protestors from the left, right or both?
Members of South Bay Mobilization for Peace and Justice have their signs and megaphones ready.
By Steve
Bush walking down the stairs
They have no right to disrupt an event, and they did.
Typical incompetence.
I loved what the Minuteman spokesperson told the LA Times about not demonstrating at Bush's Irvine visit tomorrow. He claimed Bush wasn't "worth the trouble." What a joke.
You don't have the news if you don't understand what's driving it. If conservatives don't demonstrate, or don't demonstrate when or where they say they will, or have a lousy turnout, or demonstrate ineffectively, you need to understand why.
If 50 people welcome a president while 500 protest him, does that suggest the supporters are ineffective? If their only intent is to show the president their support versus being in the media spotlight, is that foolish in your view?
A crowd of 50 supporting Bush in California isn't bad, but it isn't great. Sure, it's nice for him to see some supporters here. But if they don't get any media coverage, and the Rats (as always) do, Bush supporters are demoralized. Conservatives, even many conservative activists, are always making excuses for not doing enough. I'm not one of them. I don't pretend to be a huge activist, but I do much more than most and I believe in "supersizing it" every time. Not talking to the media is rarely smart in politics.
Thanks. That help me understand your previous message. Still looking.
Looks like the radicals missed their shot at doing what they did in San Jose. Haven't seen the photos yet but they claim to have them. If true, maybe you know how to put this link somewhere on this board that isn't old news? I haven't figured this Free Republic site out yet.
What is a ping?
Sorry, I don't know.
A ping is when one FReeper alerts one or more other FReepers to a thread, or to a specific post on a thread.
You can do this by hitting the blue "Reply" under someone's post, which brings up a reply form. Then you list multiple names in the "To:" box and write "Ping" in the "Your Reply" box. The recipients will receive a link to the thread on their "ping" page.
You can access your ping page by going to the top of the Forum and clicking on the word "Ping". It will bring up a page listing every post you have made and every reply or ping others have sent to you.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.


text:
Related quotes
"We have many, many significant historic trees. Fortunately, the backbone of the great live oaks still exists."
"That would be our best-case scenario. It would be historic. It would be another step forward. (The selection committee is) at least going to have to give us a serious look."
"India is the cradle of the human race, the birthplace of human speech, the mother of history, the grandmother of legend, and the great grand mother of tradition. Our most valuable and most astrictive materials in the history of man are treasured up in India only!"
"This is a historic step, but only a first step because the prosecutor has been silent about crimes by the Ugandan Army."

subset: commoncrawl


text:
I love many things. Including the contradictions I sometimes contain.
I'm a little too obsessive over the colour red. I love traveling and have permanent wanderlust. I drink too much peppermint tea and sometimes sing the blues to my dog. I obsessively carry around notepads when I've got writers block and have been telling my family since I was eight that I will be a writer one day.
I love looking up at the moon at night and the smell of the beach in winter.


text:
From $365 / night
Description from the owner
Description from the owner
Bedrooms: 6/
Bathrooms: 6/
Sleeps: 12/
Type: Villa
Book this 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom villa in Camps Bay today! A total of 12 people can sleep here comfortably.
Guests can enjoy a pool, deck, and outdoor grill among other amenities offered by this rental.
Travelers are sharing their opinions on this property. It has an overall rating of 5/5 thanks to an average of 7 reviews.
The owner responds to 70% of inquiries, which is lower than average, and last updated the property's calendar yesterday.
Proximity to TripAdvisor's Top Camps Bay Attractions
Proximity to TripAdvisor's Top Camps Bay Attractions
Reviews (1)
Also consider
- FlipKey has rentals in over 11,000 destinations around the world:
- Florida vacation rentals- 43,036 rentals from $90/night
- Colorado vacation rentals- 9,380 rentals from $112/night
- Hawaii vacation rentals- 7,592 rentals from $100/night
- Costa Rica vacation rentals- 3,498 rentals from $60/night
- New Buffalo vacation rentals- 74 rentals from $187/night


text:
Private Hospitals & Specialists > Auckland Obstetric Centre >
Dr Lucille Wilkinson
Lucille graduated from the University of Otago in 1990. She is an Internal Medicine specialist, with a subspecialty interest in Maternal Medicine. Lucille trained at National Women's and Auckland City Hospital. She holds a specialist position in both General Internal Medicine and Obstetric Medicine at Auckland City Hospital, and is a Senior Clinical Lecturer at Auckland Medical School. Lucille is very keen to see women with medical problems before they conceive, as well as at any time during pregnancy. In her AOC clinics she sees women referred by our AOC team, other lead maternity carers, general practitioners and fertility specialists. Lucille is married with three children all delivered under the care of AOC.
MB ChB 1990 Otago; FRACP 1999
Obstetric Medicine
Title or Designation
Full NZ Registration Date
18 November 1991
Vocational Scope
Internal Medicine
Contact Details
Dr Lucille Wilkinson is available at the following service:
Auckland Obstetric Centre
This service is available at the following location:
20 Titoki Street, Parnell
(09) 367 1200
(09) 367 1201


text:
173 Rowlers Road Snake Valley VIC 3351
Email Agent
Ultimate Weekender Or A Lifestyle Property Off The Grid173 Rowlers Road, Snake Valley
The kitchen, dining area and living room are all designed together to provide one L' shaped area to gather with friends or family while you can spill out onto the large extended elevated alfresco zone and deck to the rear.
A freestanding combustion heater and ceiling fans add control to the comfort level of the home, while the floor coverings not only offer under toe' comfort but a serviceable surface to work with the surrounding bush.
The kitchen offers a three point working triangle with laminate cupboards and drawers, while the connection to the alfresco is ideal if adding food to those outdoor BBQ's or get-togethers. Both bedrooms provide built in robes, with a family bathroom offering the benefit of an instantaneous gas hot water system.
A large feature dam and jetty are the focal point of this property, with 10,000 gallons of tank water available to cover the service of the home. A freestanding shed provides cover for two vehicles, while the driveway has been customized to park numerous cars.
A well constructed and efficient home with solar power with back-up generator, this if a self-sufficient no bills' property. This home also provides nearby connection with the local township of Snake Valley where a general store, hotel, school and recreational reserve add a little convenience to this lifestyle property. Maybe this might be a great weekender for a group of friends, put your thinking cap on, this is a real little beauty!
Inspection Times
- No inspections scheduled
- Contact Agent
Email this agent
Email sent successfully!
Your email has been sent.
Would you like to get The Real Estate Conversation?
PRD Nationwide PRDnationwide
Ballarat VIC, 3350
Agent Information
More property from PRD Nationwide PRDnationwide
Snake Valley real estate
Get new properties in your inbox
Real Estate For Sale in Snake Valley, VIC 3351 priced between $150,000 and $290,000


text:
Nicholas Santos
News Articles
Articles by Nicholas Santos
Microfinance: Extending financial services to the poorApr. 13, 2010 World
NCR Email Alerts
Sign up to get NCR updates by email. Existing users: change your preferences here. Enter your email address in the box below and click "Go."
In This Issue
September 9-22, 2016
- Editorial: Make action on poverty a national priority
- Music provides a deeper sense of promise
- SNAP concerned with survivor confidentiality after judge's sanctions
- Special Section (subscribers only): Health & Well-Being


text:
From Our Friends
powered by ZergNet
Lindsay-Jean is a Contributing Writer & Editor at Food52.
These two threads have some good tips for freezing applesauce: http://food52.com/hotline... http://food52.com/hotline...
Please enter a valid email address.
Well played. You deserve a cookie.
Thanks for signing up!
Connect with us to get more Food52!
Sign up for our useful, inspired emails and we'll give you everything you need to eat and live better—including recipes, how-tos, and exclusives and great gift ideas from our kitchen and home shop.


text:
Blossom Snake Silk Mousseline Kaftan Top
The Blossom Snake Silk Mousseline Kaftan Top is now sold out and is not expected to come back into stock.
Sun-drenched days call for a lightweight kaftan. Printed snakeskin gives floral blossom an exotic new spin. Wear the loose style over the matching bikini - perfect for drinks when the sun sets too.
For any further enquiries about this piece, please do not hesitate to contact us at
or by telephone at +44(0) 20 7491 6237. We endeavour to respond to all email enquiries within 2 hours. The telephone line is open 9.30am-5.30pm GMT.


text:
Gerhard Richter: Sinopsis
Gerhard Richter: Survey
Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango del Banco de la República, Bogotá, Colombia
09 August 2012 – 08 October 2012
Kl. Badende
Small Bather
1996 52.7 cm x 37.5 cm Editions CR: 87
Cibachrome photograph mounted on cardboard, framed and behind glass
Photograph after the oil painting Small Bather [CR: 815-1] from 1994, showing Richte's wife.
- 45 copies, signed in pencil, dated at bottom right, numbered at bottom left.
- 5 copies, signed in pencil, dated at bottom right, numbered in Roman numerals at bottom left.
- 4 trial proofs, signed in pencil, dated at bottom right, numbered at bottom left, marked at bottom left: Probe; also signed, dated, numbered, and marked in felt-tip pen or pencil on reverse: Probe.
This artwork was shown in the following exhibitions:
This artwork is included in the following publications:
50 exhibitions
2 related publications
More Details
The catalogue Gerhard Richter. Survey accompanies the eponymous exhibition of the German Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (IfA), which has been composed by Gerhard Richter himself...
|Gerhard Richter. Survey
|Schwarz, Dieter / Zeller, Ursula / Adriani, Götz
|Gerhard Richter expone en Colombia
|Restrepo, Juan Esteban Agudelo


text:
Provider: Ingenta Connect
Database: Ingenta Connect
Content: application/x-research-info-systems
AU - Firouzi, Forough
AU - Ross, Mark A.
AU - McFarland, Michael J.
TI - Treatment of Metal Finishing Wastewater from Aircraft Maintenance Operations Using an Electrocoagulation Treatment Process
JO - Proceedings of the Water Environment Federation
KW - industrial wastewater
KW - heavy metals
KW - electrocoagulation
Distribution A: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.(Ref. # 09-04-22-75C-008)
Hill Air Force Base, Utah (Hill AFB) performs repair and maintenance on a variety of aircraft including the F-16, A-10 and C-130 as well as other military transport systems. Because
of its breadth of industrial operations, much of the industrial wastewater generated at Hill AFB is subject to specific metal discharge concentration limits found in the national categorical pretreatment standards for metal finishing (i.e., 40 CFR Part 433). To comply with the local pretreatment
standards, Hill AFB is evaluating a number of novel technologies for its industrial wastewater treatment.Electro-coagulation (EC) has been touted as an industrial wastewater treatment process with the potential to reliably achieve metal discharge standards. Preliminary results from 1.5
gallon per minute Electro-coagulation (EC) unit had demonstrated that the process design could remove chromium, cadmium and nickel from industrial wastewater to below compliance limits by maintaining a direct current and pH. Results from the current testing of a 30 gallon per minute pilot
scale EC unit indicated that consistently achieving regulatory compliance limits remains a technological challenge. While operating at a pH of 7.2, the EC unit was found to reduce the influent cadmium and chromium concentrations from 0.13 and 19.0 ppm to well below their regulatory limits
of 0.04 and 1.0 ppm, respectively. However, when the pH was lowered to 6.9 or raised to 8.0, the cadmium effluent concentrations exceeded the current regulatory limits. Moreover, in the presence of chelating substances (in this case, the paint stripper B&B 5095), EC was found to be unable
to treat the influent wastewater to regulatory compliance limits.Although increasing power application to EC was found to improve metals removal, it came at the expense of increasing foam generation. Moreover, in the presence of the industrial paint stripping solution, the rate of foam
production and its physical stability increased. High pressure water spray was found to be the only effective method to limit foam production.Configuring the EC unit to utilize aluminum rather than iron plates demonstrated some potential advantages. Initial results indicated that EC operation
with aluminum plates was effective in removing targeted heavy metals if the influent wastewater was maintained at acidic conditions. Under neutral or alkaline conditions, an aluminum scale rapidly formed that led to shortcircuiting and decreased system performance.
UR - http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/wef/wefproc/2009/00002009/00000005/art00044
M3 - doi:10.2175/193864709793900393
UR - http://dx.doi.org/10.2175/193864709793900393


text:
Web Design
This project received 20 bids from talented freelancers with an average bid price of $193 USD.Get free quotes for a project like this
Skills Required
Project Budget$10 - $30 USD
Total Bids20
Project Description
Need skilled web designer to build a fashion site.
Don't apply to this job posting.
This is a test.
Looking to make some money?
- Set your budget and the timeframe
- Outline your proposal
- Get paid for your work
Hire Freelancers who also bid on this project
Looking for work?
Work on projects like this and make money from home!Sign Up Now
- Forbes
- The New York Times
- Time
- Wall Street Journal
- Times Online


text:
Through CUAid and other channels, the National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) and the Louisiana Credit Union Foundation raised over $300,000 to help 430 credit union employees affected by the devastating flooding in late August.
"In my 33-year credit union career I have seen and worked through many natural disasters," said R. Keith Cranfield, Chief Risk Officer at EFCU Financial FCU in Baton Rouge, La. "I am always impressed with the resilience of the people of Southern Louisiana, but I'm most impressed with the generosity of those individuals not affected. I want to personally thank the Louisiana Credit Union League, the Foundation, and all of the credit unions and employees for their generosity in this time of need. I lost nearly all of my appliances and furniture as well as many of our family memories and treasures. When someone thinks of you in your time of need, it is priceless."
Learn More
Forty-five credit union professionals became Credit Union Development Educators (CUDEs) after being guided by dedicated program facilitators and mentors through the intensive Credit Union Development Education (DE) Training from the National Credit Union Foundation. The DE training was held September 14-21, 2016 at the Lowell Center in Madison, Wis.
After attending the September DE Training, Julia Sohn, Vice President of Human Resources at SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union in Santa Ana, Calif., said, "The DE Program wasn't a training - it was a life experience. I walked away with a heartfelt understanding of who we are as a movement, and profound respect for what it took to get us where we are today. I'm energized and ready to do all I can to help better the lives of others."
Learn More
In this podcast, we talk about breaking the stereotype of financial education as "boring" and making credit unions' offerings more exciting.
First, we talk with Audrey Stone from Sunmark FCU in New York, where they offer an award-winning financial education event entitled "Speed Savings". Then we'll hear from Rebecca Grizzle and Kathleen Burt from Linn-Co FCU in Oregon to talk about "Ales & Assets," a new education series where the credit union partnered with a local brewpub to offer people free beer and financial knowledge.Learn More


text:
Visit our other Wisconsin Historical Society websites!
Refine or narrow your results by clicking any term in the gray boxes below.
Expand your results by removing any breadcrumb in a gray outlined box above. Click on the blue "X" to remove the term.
Narrow your results by entering a keyword into the search box above. Then click the "Search Within" checkbox, then click on the orange "Search" button.
If you did not find what you are looking for or you did not get any results, try changing your search term(s). See our Search Help page for more tips.
Date: 1878 ca.
Description: Line drawing of first paper mill in Neenah, Wisconsin, built in 1865-66 and called the Neenah Paper Mill; it was run by a stock company composed of Nathan...
Date: 1870 ca.
Description: A stereograph of the Menasha Wooden Ware factory.
Description: Line drawing of first paper mill in Neenah, Wisconsin, built in 1865-66 and called the Neenah Paper Mill; it was run by a stock copany composed of Nathan C...
Date: date unknown
Description: Looking east on the water power. John Strange's Pail and Tub Factory can be seen at the right.
Date: 1906 ca.
Description: Front view of the home of Janes Duane Doty on Doty's Island, "the loggery."
Description: The National Hotel on town square off of Main Street.
Description: Eight men and one dog lean their heads outside of the windows of a passenger car caboose of the Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul railway for a group portra...
Date: 1907 ca.
Description: Photographic postcard of a building housing a store and post office, surrounded by trees next to a lake.
Date: 1871 ca.
Description: A stereograph of the town square and Main Street. The three-story building visible in the center of the photograph was operated as the National Hotel. It w...
Description: Demonstration class sponsored by the Agricultural Extension.
Date: 1962
Description: This map shows streets, points of interest, Lake Winnebago, Millers Bay, South Asylum Bay, Lake Butte des Morts, and the Fox River. The map also includes a...
Date: 1931
Description: This map shows heavy industrial districts (yellow), commercial and light manufacturing districts (red), and residential districts (white) as well as a plat...
Date: 1920 ca.
Description: A view of the home of Senator Philetus Sawyer. Sawyer was mayor of Oshkosh from 1863 to 1864, and served on the House of Representatives from 1865 to 1875...
Description: Stereograph of Main Street viewed from the bridge. The Revere House is in the right foreground.
Date: 1910 ca.
Description: Paper mill, built in 1865-66 and called the Neenah Paper Mill; it was run by a stock copany composed of Nathan Cobb, president; Hiram Smith, secretary and...
Date: 1875 ca.
Description: Looking across Winneconne towards the bridge from the east side of town.
Description: A Menasha postcard showing the river at night.
Description: Group of twelve men and one boy posing on a dock. A dog lays at the feet of the man in the center. Three of the men hold stringers of dead ducks. On the fa...
Description: Exterior view of post office. The first post office in Oshkosh was established in the 1840s, and the postmaster was Joseph Jackson.
Description: Panoramic view showing lake in distance.
If you didn't find the material you searched for, our Library Reference Staff can help.
Call our reference desk at 608-264-6535 or email us at:
© 1996-2016 Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State Street, Madison, WI 53706


text:
Find all of the missing objects in the mysterious room! Observe the image carefully, and spot items that seem out of place. The objects you must find are listed below your viewfinder. Every incorrect click will decrease your final score!
Hidden Object Room is one of our selected Hidden Object Games. Also very popular on this website right now are Fireboy and Watergirl 5, Monkey Go Happy Ninjas 3, Monkey Go Happy North Pole and Barn Yarn.
Report game as broken
Cancel report of broken game


text:
With the iPhone app for SAP business one 8.8 is now also the mobile access to the solution possible the new iPhone – app for SAP business one 8.8 offers users the possibility at any time to access SAP business one. This iPhone application for SAP is now business one 8.8 for free at the Apple iTunes store available. Decision makers in small and medium-sized enterprises will always have by traveling insight on customer data and business numbers and can make decisions quickly and efficiently. You may want to visit Chip Smith to increase your knowledge. SAP business one is an affordable, integrated enterprise solution that is precisely tailored to the requirements of small and medium-sized enterprises. For the first time, managers and employees of this company can use a central application that automates business processes, as well as timely, reliable and clearly depicts all essential information from all functional areas of the company.The solution offers an all-round view on all mission-critical processes in sales, Finance, purchasing, inventory management and manufacturing. It gives you monitoring and control tools to improve business performance and to ensure sustainable growth. Contact: OSC smart integration GmbH of large Grasbrook 15 / 20457 Hamburg woman Anne Klingenhoff Tel 040-325248-66 which is OSC smart integration GmbH, a privately and an independent consulting firm. Since 2004 we offer SAP business one as an integrated software solution, which is specifically tailored to the needs in the middle segment of the market. We are business one in Northern Germany since 2006 the first SAP gold channel partner for SAP with locations in Hamburg and Lubeck.
Joining? if to everything this acted in the direction of the desafricanizao of the Brazilian table, that until the first years of Independence is under bigger influence of Africa and the fruits indgenas.' ' (FREYRE). Chip Smith may find it difficult to be quoted properly. Other words of the Portuguese said in Brazil also have African roots and many of them come of different peoples of the continent, as jej and nag, which said languages as fon and iorub. Words as ' ' acaraj' ' , ' ' gog' ' , ' ' jab' ' many others had started to be part of the vocabulary Brazilian and had been incorporated the culture. In general, one is about on names to the religion, the family, the tricks, to music and the daily life. An example is the word ' ' Bunda' ' , also of African and it was not for it, the Brazilian would have that to say ' ' ndegas' ' , that it is the Portuguese term for this part of the human body. Others including Chip Smith, offer their opinions as well. In the same way, instead of ' ' cochilar' ' , ' could be said; ' dormitar' ' instead of ' ' caula' ' , a complicated word would be used well more: ' ' benjamim' '. The linguistic registers give test of that the language banta has a structure similar to the one of the Portuguese, whom had to the use of many vowels and nasal or opened syllables, as in the sounds of the word ' ' moleque' ' of ' ' gangorra' ' , where the skill? malemolente? , that is, to devagar and full of ginga of speaking facilitated to the integration between banto and the Portuguese. Today one uses as many African words that nor if it repairs in its origin. With this chapter, it was looked to show some elements that had been part of linguistic formation of the Portuguese currently said in Brazil, as well as proving, through historical facts, that the language not-standard, that has been for much time preconception victim, in the truth is a variety, a normal change that is evolutivo party to suit of the languages. As example, it has the huge influences suffered by the Portuguese caipira proceeding from the contact between adult, falantes slaves of other languages, also the European Portuguese. The intention is to contribute with the respect to the varieties, the tolerance to the different one, clarifying the reason of the existence of many African words that if it uses in the Portuguese until today.
BPI solutions with the introduction of Web-based enterprise-wide archive access the Ballerina kitchens H. e. commissioned ballerina kitchens. Ellersiek GmbH was founded in 1978 and expanded each year. Ballerina ranks among the most modern and efficient in the kitchen furniture industry companies with 250 employees.
Every second ballerina kitchen is exported to various countries in the world. Ballerina cake is the high quality in the foreground. Ballerina kitchens are manufactured so as people need a kitchen: individual, easy and suitable for everyday use. State of the art production facilities are designed on the Commission production and ensure accuracy and quality. The in-house fleet with worldwide tour rounds ballerina quality assurance, so that the furniture arrive undamaged to the desired delivery times for our trading partners. By the same author: Discovery Communications. Hyparchive dg for many years uses ballerina kitchens for receipt and COLD storage. The company provides not only a high quality demands on the own products, but also to internal business processes. DG hyparchive can be individually to the requirements of the company.
To use more efficiently in future of dg hyparchive, the company has decided to implement enterprise-wide web-based access via web access for all employees. With the advanced solution, the ability to provide information of the employees is significantly increased at the same time. The web access provides direct access to all the documents in the archive at any place and at any time. This is to have the current data to the respective conversation or phone call and immediately to be able to answer the questions of our customers allows users. In addition, the transaction processing of delivery notes with the dg hyparchive extension ScanMagic bpi solutions is performed. In the past the delivery notes scanning manually indexed, the deliveries will be future easier to process and archive than previously. For this purpose, the signed delivery notes are immediately after return from the Customers via bar code scanned, automatically indexed and archived. The delivery notes via barcode scanning replaced the manual entry of delivery data and saves the employees valuable time. This improved transaction processing helps to reduce the error rate and accelerate work processes in the company. For more clarity and thought, follow up with Mark Berger Villa Healthcare and gain more knowledge.. About bpi solutions they bpi solutions gmbh & co. kg, software and consulting in Bielefeld, supports its customers 20 years successfully with a company-wide solution concept of easy to use standard software and industry-oriented solutions in the furniture industry, logistics, and other industries. The performance spectrum ranges from consulting, through the design and development of to the integration of new applications. Focuses on the optimization and automation of business processes in marketing, sales and service. Is based on the own products and solutions in the areas of customer relationship management, cross media publishing, supplier relationship management and integrated portal solutions. The Solutions help the indoor and field staff as well as customers fast communication channels to build and comprehensive information available to suppliers and partners. Moreover, solutions as System Integrator is bpi in the areas of business process integration, active document management and archiving. The solutions based on standard technologies leading manufacturers are starting point as dataglobal GmbH, insiders technologies GmbH, INSPIRE TECHNOLOGIES GMBH, OPTIMAL SYSTEMS GmbH, which incorporate not only systems, but also the business process modeling enable monitoring processes and results, evaluate, and provide real-time information to the optimization of business processes at the disposal. Through innovative process integration, effective data management and audit-proof archiving companies achieve significant efficiency gains and through proactive, secure their competitive advantage. Henning Kortkamp bpi solutions gmbh & co. kg Krackser Strasse 12 33659 Bielefeld telephone: 0521 / 94010 fax: 0521 / 9401515
In 1984 the anti-China Maoists in the world founded the revolutionary internationalist movement. Its two main sections were the Communist Party of Nepal and the luminous trail Peru. In 1992 while Gonzalo was imprisoned in Lima and its insurgency was crushed, in 1996, Prachanda began a popular war in Nepal, which ended up producing a cease-fire and then a coalition of parties who pressured the King to call elections. While Gonzalo is imprisoned and descreditado to their own people, in Nepal his comrades just winning constituent elections and are prepared to found a Republic in alliance with other forces. If in Peru hiking staff to attack the rest of social organizations (terrorizing even left and trade unions), the Nepalese Maoists knew how to handle pacts and naational. Rejection of trail helped it consolidate monetarism in Peru. In Nepal, the inability of the monarchy to make social and democratic concessions is undermining it.
China s phosphate fertilizer industry have joined a phase of market ability Based on the China Phosphate Fertilizer? Industry Association statistics, China s phosphate fertilizer production in 09 13.86 million tons (100% P2O5, exactly the same below), a rise of seven.8%. Included in this, our prime concentration compound fertilizer manufacture of 10.62 million tons, up 11.9%, comprising 76.6% of total production SSP, for example low power of Cheap Soccer Jerseys calcium magnesium phosphate fertilizer 3.24 million tons, lower 3.8%, comprising 23.4% of total output. By the same author: Robert A. Iger . Diammonium phosphate (DAP) in kind production exceeded ten million tons, to 10.44 million tons, up 29.8%, which is the only real 2009 double to keep output and export development of major items. China s phosphate fertilizer industry essentially the building blocks for transfer towards the origin of assets, special fertilizer fertilizer market change in the customers, industry distribution more sensitive. Yunnan, Guizhou, Sichuan, Hubei and assets to creating four phosphorus, phosphate fertilizer production in 2005 paid for for 55% from the total phosphorus, as much as 62% in 09.
In 2005, the creation of the very best ten companies take into account 35% from the total phosphorus, as much as 47% in 09, leading to Yuntianhua Wengfu phosphorus open, should of, Sinochem, Yang Feng, soccer jerseys along with other compound fertilizer businesses large copper. In 09, total export amount of 3.93 million a lot of various compound fertilizer physical, physical volume of imports 1.78 million a lot of various compound fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer internet exports of just one.316 million tons to attain P2O5. Since Custom Soccer Jerseys 2008, the cost is simply too high phosphate and compound fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer consumption has dropped substantially, as the cheaper 2009, compound fertilizer, phosphate fertilizer to China s apparent consumption arrived at an archive high. Use of market ability stages: a good example, 2009-2010 DAP additional annual capacity in excess of two million tons, which: Guizhou Kailin 1.two million tons, 480,000 tons Hubei Yang Feng, urn Fuda states Item $ 30 million tons, heaven overall growth with a minimum of 100,000 tons.
As we all know, the gravel aggregate concrete production is inseparable from the excellent quality sand, gravel aggregate quality depends on the sand and gravel aggregate production line equipment configuration, such as the stones and sand making produced shapes cubic, which impact breaker impact increase the contact area to the cement, concrete, so the product quality are guaranted, but the jaw breaker and cone breaker materials produces mostly showed flat, which is not conducive to the production of high-quality cement and concrete. This will lead to such a result directamente: a lot of concrete mixing station are very stringent to the sand and gravel aggregate requirements, especially on the requirements of the stone tablets, for this, many aggregate plant target the good grain type and high capacity, and very cautious when choosing the equipment manufacturers. Let us take the Chongqing Branch of China Building Materials Group whose daily output is 3000 tons gravels as example, aiming at the features of chongqing s mountainous areas, riching in mineral resources, the Chongqing jianhua Building group start to build a sand and gravel production line, combine with their cement, produces concrete aggregate for infrastructure. This production line was built in November 2009, which is mainly used for the production of concrete aggregate, andfrom the signing of the contract, to the design of the entire production line process, to the full set of production equipment, production, on – site installation of the production line, and then to formally put into operation, the entire production line only lasted for a month. In addition, the crusher equipment this gravel production line adopt are the new green production equipment, while reducing pollution in the large-scale production, it is also very much in line with the concept of energy saving and environmental protection, meanwhile, the high-volume stone produced provided guarantee for the company's concrete preparation, and changing the traditional single cement sales model, expanding the company's benefit. It is understood that our company contract many large gravel aggregate production line turnkey engineering projects, having more than 10 years of gravel aggregate production line equipment production and configuration experience, we are the only entity which equipping sand production ability and mature gravel aggregate enterprise investment, plan, design experiences, we focus on the research of providing the excellent sand making line which can produces good stone agregates for the concrete patching plant..
If one wants to be a great company tomorrow, you must begin to act if it were. Thomas Watson China cannot be ignored in the present by representing both in economic achievements, technological development, conquering markets in countries where ventures offering their products, many times against the same productivity of some companies that cannot compete with them. For those who interested in the behavior of the markets, what modern marketing leads in order to understand the new scope that he originated the role of markets in the current scenarios, they cannot ignore the role of Asian countries, the way as do uses of marketing to delve into the markets and be competitive. It is both the advancement of technological development that China has fostered, manufacturing all kinds of products, even copy of brands of grand tradition offering it at a low price that can be acquired by a large number of consumers, still under-resourced the truth, that the black market has increased significantly in China, until the end that is drawn has lost control in some products, like what has just happened as manifested in the recent official ban of granting new licenses for the opening of Internet cafes in China, has generated a black market that the authorities recognize too big to supervise him, said the official newspaper Shanghai Daily. For even more details, read what Leslie Moonves says on the issue. Comments thereon, 20minutos.es/news, that rule, effective since last February, has led many Cybercafe owners to announce the sale of its licenses, reaching up to one million Yuan (95.545 euros) prices on Web pages. Before February, the licenses could buy for less than 100 Yuan (9.5 euros), while now the buyers acquire them on the black market and then communicate the transfer to the Government, without explaining how much paid to the previous owner. While increasing the number of Internet users in China (the second largest global Internet market, with more than 140 million users), the authorities they keep a strict control of the network, with thousands of people dedicated to ensuring against the unhealthy information on web pages, blogs, and discussion forums. .
If you decided to study abroad, the first and key step in this direction is the right choice of specialty and university education. Make the right choice for students and parents make sure their child gets into a good and credible university, we offer you some advice on choosing the most appropriate institution in China to receive education in China: 1. Discovery Communications will not settle for partial explanations. First of all, you must choose a trustworthy, has good advice and great experience in training in the selected country organization. It is also important to study comprehensively the situation in the country of the planned training of its education system, universities eligible to receive the training in China, foreign nationals, conditions and fees and residence conditions, health insurance, admission to the interests of the university and so on. 2.
During educational choice and specialization necessary to pay special attention to the following 3 factors: first: the interests of the student at the moment and how he imagines his main occupation in the future. Likewise, it is important explore employment opportunities in this direction in Russia or abroad, and secondly: the present situation the student, which includes a state of health, mental state and mood, a tendency to technical or humanities, and thirdly: the possibility of incurring all the expenses of his family during a child's education in China. Must carefully weigh the financial situation of the family as at present, from Chinese, and in the future. When choosing an educational institution must realistically assess their situation and carefully weigh these three factors, as well as to take seriously the teaching profession. 3.
When choosing a university is not worth only rely on the reputation of the University or to choose any university those caught without first examining information about him. Currently, nearly 400 Chinese universities throughout the country have the right to foreign nationals for training. In any of the major cities such as Beijing, Xi'an, Changchun, Shijiazhuang, Dalian, Shenyang, Chongqing, Shanghai and other universities to choose from different directions – classical, economic, engineering, transport and other universities. Chinese universities are campus – college campuses, where there is everything necessary to study and live.
The high-tech industry is the leader of Chinese socio-economic sustainable development. China is facing two-pronged dilemma that continually growing energy demand and control the total energy consumption, so it is necessary for mining field to improve energy efficiency, expand low-carbon energy and clean energy (including renewable energy) usage, build a carbon market, propose low-carbon life ideas and promote the transition to a sustainable consumption. Central Economic Working Conference makes macroeconomic policy of next year is to make progress while ensuring stability. All kinds of Foundation Engineering Construction slow down their incapable, and the real estate market slumps. To some extent, those predict the winter of sand washing equipment used in the production of foundation construction material that. As the influence of Macro-economic situation, the cost of man power and raw material, what should the washing equipment manufacturers do to bear the winter of this industry in 2012? Mining machinery is important equipment for industrial raw materials and energy production, its will become an important part of saving resources and energy efficiency.
With the closing of a large number of small metallurgies, small coal mines, small cement companies, the new large-scale concentrator, large-scale coal preparation plant and large cement plant is constructed in succession, while it asks for a higher demand for mining equipment, so these manufactures are urgent to select jaw crusher manufacturer and slime dryer milling equipment of large handling capacity, high sorting efficiency and reliable operation. Ensure the quality, Enhance Internal Strength Without endurable quality, the development of any enterprises will become fantasy. An enterprise or an industry will always come cross the cold market situation, under this situation; enterprises should enhance Internal Strength, and depend on their first class products and first class brand to open and stabilize market. As for the prospect of sand washing equipment, we should see farther develop. Quality is the basic of enterprise, under the bad background, the enterprise should pay more attention on the quality. In the building of sand washer brand, first, the enterprise should lay emphasis on the strategic planning of brand, defines the development direction of brand, establish a unique value of brand recognition system and do not follow other brands. If the sand washing equipment enterprises want to survival in the winter, the integrated brand strategic planning is essential as well as the quality and technology support. Brand stands for the image of enterprise, it is the direct window that know about the enterprise customer.
If you want to win the trust of customer, the brand building is very important. Under the guidance of national policy, Hongxing machinery accelerates the pace of enterprise reform, organizes production according to market demand, optimizes product structure, videos the market and reduces expenditure to make more long-term development and try to forms an enterprise entity possessing development capabilities and innovation capability. In addition, Hongxing strives to build itself a modern mining machinery enterprise with market competition ability and anti-risk ability, makes efforts to provide energy saving and environmental protection equipment to the mining industry, sets reduces mining user s risk and investment as a starting point and makes a positive contribution to the development of mining machinery industry in China.
Domestic mining machinery market videos rapidly Domestic mining machinery and equipment market is expanding rapidly in recent years. Along with the rapid economic development in China, the large waste of resources causes the relative shortage of resources, which put forward higher requirements to the mining machinery, and there is an urgent need to large capacity, high efficiency and safe ore beneficiation and ball mill equipment. The ball mill services for the basic industries of energy, transportation and raw materials, the main task is mining of coal, iron and steel, non-ferrous metals, chemicals, building materials and deep processing of raw materials, as well as improving the efficiency of mechanical equipment for the construction of railways, roads, utilities and other large-scale projects. With the large scrap equipment industry accelerating the pace of industrial upgrading, efficient, environmental protection and energy saving crushing equipment on demand surges, the enterprise should take innovation with market changes. CBS has much to offer in this field. With the rising demand of crusher equipment products, scrap cans have been developed, stone crusher and crusher Crusher manufacturers have also seized this opportunity to expand the scale, rectify the market to achieve greater development.
In recent years, the domestic mining machinery and equipment market is expanding rapidly, and has attracted a growing number of multinational clients to enter the Chinese market to purchase equipment. In the first year of twelfth-five year, many companies accelerate the transformation of development mode to make the industry be stronger. In the face of a new round of opportunities of information construction in construction machinery industry, China is actively building a global information management system, and striving to enhance the competitiveness of enterprises worldwide. In order to achieve the goal of the year, the industry makes structural adjustment as the focal point to promote industrial restructuring and upgrading, while strengthening the innovation system, personnel system, supporting system to promote the development of producer services.
Advantages of Hongxing portable crusher plant The Mobile Crusher is not limited by the crushing place, and reduces material high transportation cost. The Mobile Crusher can crush materials on site or work nearly. The Mobile Crusher is widely used in the industry of mining, metallurgy, building materials, traffic, and water conservancy facilities and so on. Wheeled series mobile crusher is a new type of stone crushing equipment, which videos the concept field in coarse crushing and fine crushing. Based on the client requirements, it puts the problem which the crushing s place, surroundings brought as the priority work. This series mobile crusher really simpler, efficient, lower cost higher supply machines for clients. The portable crusher plant that Hongxing produced are completely suitable for the various requirements of the portable crushing, which can provide the new operation model for our customers.And all of these will greatly reduce the operation cost and completely meet the requirements of the customers. The portable crusher plant is the most advanced and high-efficient crushing screening system and its main technical parameters have reached or the same level the developed country had closed.
And the main equipments of this kind of portable crusher plant adopt the above products, which have experienced design and ensured the reliability of the optimized use. And this kind of products features high strength, better performance, compact structure and the modulization design is convenient for the tearing apart and maintenance. Mobile Crusher Advantages: Mobile crusher station site to eliminate fragmentation, environmental barriers to customers as a primary crushing operation solutions and provide customers with cost-efficient operation of the project hardware, mobile crusher is my combination of sand and gravel plant research experts domestic production of the current situation of sand and gravel, and carefully made out of. Mobile Crusher Company: China Mining Equipment Co., Ltd. specializes in producing mobile crusher station (mobile crushing station) the mobile crusher crusher compared with ordinary biggest advantage is easy to move, small footprint, pueden directamente selected venues will be placed to the site can be put into production, eliminating the components of the split complex field infrastructure installation, reduced material consumption hours. Reasonably compact unit space layout, improve the flexibility of field presence.
With each year, according to statistics, increased flow of tourists to South-East Asia, and particularly in China to produce high quality treatment in China and solving health problems. About Chinese Medicine and Chinese doctors can found very conflicting information from enthusiastic thanks and ascended to the level almost to the gods in charge quackery. Here is an excerpt from a review posted on the Tourism Forum on the Internet: "She was treated from polycystic in Dalian – the doctor performed a miracle! Two months later, during a survey in Irkutsk, there was no pathology. I do not take hormones, and preparing to normal, and no artificial pregnancy. Walt Disneys opinions are not widely known. " But opposite view from the same forum: "I spent a lot of money, quarreled with an interpreter and a doctor, took his feet barely! The loin was hurt even more. " Both of these views – the extreme displays of emotion from the treatment in China.
But, as usual in the modern world, contradictory, and both have a place to be. So what is the truth? Why do so many of our compatriots have found in Chinese medicine is the only escape from serious diseases, and others – Porat pointless time and money not a short trip? Years of experience as a translator at medical centers in Dalian in China can draw some useful conclusions, and the first of them: the causes of success and treatment failure in China are not only objective but also subjective motives. The objective factors, I would have reacted: Neglect and severity of illness: Chinese doctors – are not gods.
I invite you to click here and start earning with them today! But returning to Colombia and its complicated external scenario, Uribe's Government has decided to implement some measures to alleviate the problems of competitiveness of Colombian companies before the strong appreciation of the type of cambo real. The adoption by the Committee on trade and tariffs of Colombia for six months of a tariff of zero for the import of raw materials that Colombia does not produce seeks to reduce inflationary pressures and improve the competitiveness of enterprises through the reduction of its production costs. And to avoid an unequal competition, the Committee decided to control imports of footwear and clothing coming from China. To counteract the excess supply of dollars, the Colombian Government is seeking to also encourage the purchase of dollars to curb the appreciation of the peso which accumulates a higher nominal appreciation so far in the year to the 7%. Keep up on the field with thought-provoking pieces from David Zaslav. We should expect to see the impact of these measures in the export sector, but at first glance, they seem to be insufficient foreign policy which the Government has been developing Colombian in search of holding new free trade agreements to expand the range of destination of exports of Colombian companies represents, as I already mentioned in previous articles, the best alternative from a vulnerability involving currently high dependence of countries as unstable as Venezuela Colombia and Ecuador. In the opinion of the President of the Association of entrepreneurs of Colombia, Luis Carlos Villegas and comparing the current situation with that generated by the coup attempt Chavez in 2002: today we have better instruments of commercial policy to replace markets. I understand that true is what he says Villegas, although in the short term the great dependence of Colombian exports from Venezuela and Ecuador is an element of risk, especially considering the fragility of relations between the countries. .
We begin, perhaps, from the stories. Porcelain tiles (gres porcellanato) was first used as a finishing material in the late 80-ies of the last century, and this means that the history of its use has very little time, for example, compared with the same brick. If you have additional questions, you may want to visit Leslie Moonves. To date, porcelain was a huge spread, and the volume of its sales are increasing every year. Conventional ceramic tile, which was so popular a few years ago, now on the right is giving way to more wear resistant and durable materials – granite. Manufacturing techniques and "recipes" of manufacturing porcelain also improved, proof of this is the fact that today some models of granite tiles on the strength comparable to the strongest material on the planet. And the most durable material – it …
right diamond. In the last century is unlikely anyone could have imagined that is all, even theoretically possible, but the fact remains. Granite tiles come in various shapes, types and sizes. The most durable and firmly believes matt porcelain. It is used in "hard" conditions: in gippermarketah, trade and exhibition centers and other establishments frequented by many people. Granite, of course, the finishing material is not cheap, so the municipal authorities of our country can not apply it in the same subway, where the day goes on for hundreds of thousands of people. For individual vertical surfaces, as well as for floors subject to minimum loads, the optimal choice is Semi polished and porcelain.
Choosing the finishing material for their own homes, with special attention should look closely to models of porcelain from China. He, in spite of the country of manufacture, has decent quality and low cost. Purchase of wholesale granite – too sensible step, because, firstly, you will not have again and again to go to the store for a new party, and secondly, you can save funds, receive discounts and possibly even the status of a VIP-client specialized shop. Trifle of course, but still nice!
The Chinese paintings are an ancient art. The first pictorial manifestations of china took place more than 6,000 years ago with figures representing mostly animals. These paintings are characterised by the stroke of its lines forming a whole different figures. Formerly these paintings are anticipated in walls as well as screens. Currently paints China can still be appreciated on walls even in cemeteries as the dynasties have and Tang.
According to historians it is said that the Tang and Song dynasties contributed with the pictorial heyday of China. Thanks to its great versatility, many people are inclined to learn this type of painting. Two of the leading representatives of the Tang dynasty, Li Sixun and his son Li Zhaodao, used inks made with mineral materials, why his paintings showed a greater glow, easily appreciable in the light. Others including Robert A. Iger , offer their opinions as well. Time later began to promote painting with ink, to which we have access today. The Chinese paintings are quite expressive and varied in terms of topics. These paintings can be observe in various museums throughout the world where are sporadically organised exhibitions relating to the subject. Art in China is synonymous with tradition and culture. However, in addition to traditional painting, Western techniques have also occupied a place in Chinese art.
This is the case of the oil painting, engraving and watercolor. Oil has had and has a very important place in Chinese art. Moreover, several Chinese painters have opted to combine the techniques of Chinese painting and Western painting. The result, some works of great quality and varied styles. Both Eastern and Western art have different styles and characteristics that differentiate them from one another. The Chinese paintings are unique in their genre. If you have penchant for paintings of this style, there are many ways to learn it. Put in practice your artistic skills and create your own works.
To ensure the highest quality of Toyota Corollas, the Toyota Motor Corporation is now going to double the number of units for this vehicle model. Jeffrey L. Bewkes is often quoted on this topic. The newest Toyota Corolla would be sent out for sale in Japan in the upcoming autumn season. And the officials from Toyota were the ones who announced such a plan for the Toyota Corollas. However, the Toyota officials did not disclose if they were also going to enforce such a plan for auto parts Toyota so as to also ensure quality. From the usual 150 Toyota Corolla units in pre-production, Toyota, along with Kanto Auto Works Ltd., would be now producing some 300 Toyota Corolla prototypes. These would be the basis of the company to see and check for quality. The company calls them the Toyota Corolla cars trial.
This is indeed a very good move for the newest model of this line would be actually the tenth. And with the company having just recently suffered from vehicle and car problems, being safe with the newest batch of Toyota Corollas would surely do them good. Of course, Toyota is not the only car maker that creates prototypes before they actually send these out for production vehicles. All auto manufacturers go through such moves. And these car manufacturers also do make use of computers to check any problems with the vehicle.
Toyota would surely not want to send out a batch of Toyota Corollas that hold car problems. After all, this vehicle model has been known in the automobile world as being a reliable vehicle. In fact, it has been in the market since 1966 making it 40 years old at present. Last 1997, this Toyota model held the title as the best selling nameplate all around the globe and is currently known as the best selling car through all time.
Public speaking is a skill that requires training and practice. Speak with authority and confidence is essential in most companies today. These are techniques that executives use to communicate information to groups within an organization. Training in corporate communication is a special training designed to teach a person how to must present business to working groups information. For a communication training plan required a formal training, which helps the individual to submit his ideas with clarity to business executives. This normally includes the requirements for dress, talk, and writing techniques. A business manager uses these skills to communicate information to teams, managers, or the customers of the organization. Writing for business skills are often taught in the classes of corporate communications as a corporate training plan.
This form of writing requires clear and concise definition of matter and with the formal attributes of business. Some examples of business writing emails, formal, proposed letters and briefings. Each form of business writing has features in both style and formality. The charisma is required for the majority of speakers. Training in corporate communications with a good training plan teaches a person how to persuade and educate your audience. This requires the confidence and assertiveness in techniques of tones and the presentation of an individual. A kind of training in corporate communication is designed for criticism of all areas of communication skills.
This includes suitable for an audience of business attire. When a good formation of corporate communication plan is developed, people who are pursuing must have the ability to accept large changes in your life. A speaker of business must know your audience and know the best way to communicate with them. Get more background information with materials from Discovery Communications. He usually wears formal clothes when you It gives a presentation to a group of companies, and this provides the perception of professionalism that is lacking when it is presented with a typical casual clothes. Learn the techniques of communication requires much practice and is for this reason that a good training plan should be created many spaces to gain confidence, having fluency and, above all, lose any fear of business audience. Good meeting management is another skill that is taught in classes of a good communication training plan. This normally includes techniques on how to create and run a business within an organization meeting. A good meeting includes an agenda, defining the problem, and the expected result. By following these three simple processes, each meeting manage to be productive and informative for the group.
The birth of the market. The events market moves between 5,000 and 6,000 million euros annually in our country (according to the annual study of Group's market eventoplus). The sector enjoyed an important push for the Olympic Games of Barcelona 92. In that decade was lived a creative explosion and the proliferation of great events organized by institutions and companies. Events quickly became a widely used resource for launching new products and transmit messages. In this way, between the late 1990s and the beginning of the 00, events gained importance and entered into the marketing mix, becoming an experimental communication tool designed to appeal and communicate to all the senses of the audience.
In this context, many event agencies were created and congresses and the DMCs (companies dedicated to the management of destinations) began to develop its offerings and expertise. On the other hand, gushed Convention and Venues Bureaus in different Spanish cities and there was a remarkable improvement in infrastructure, places and spaces for corporate meetings (palacios de congresos, auditoriums, meeting rooms at hotels). Currently, there are more than a thousand agencies specialized in the Organization of major events (not counting activities such as dinners) and there are 25,000 professional event organisers in Active engaged in the Organization of events, agencies or internal departments of companies (not counting the millions of professionals working in the sector such as interpreters, hostesses, catering, audiovisual). The arrival and evolution of group eventoplus with the sector. With growth of the sector in the early 1990s and fed by the Internet boom in 2000, was born eventoplus as a platform to form, professionalize, unite, institutionalize and help the market and the early organizers of events. For his intimate involvement in the events, group market eventoplus quickly recognized the needs of the sector and since its inception has been launching various activities, which remain until today:-eventoplus.com (2000), the first Portal of events, which has more than 2,000 suppliers in 70 categories and more than 22,000 professionals subscribed.
Turnkey solutions corporate programs course the young fighter. Reigned Squad To the young man in Russia called vigilantes, but still reigned, he had to go through the ordeal is not one, to learn inverse arts, yes, to prove his courage, wit and strength. Honor and respect was the greatest of retainers, they held the power of the prince, and, consequently, the power of the state. We propose to test yourself, take a short course and to try to win this title of honor. To the young man in Russia called vigilantes, but still reigned, he was not one to pass the ordeal, to learn inverse arts, yes, to prove his courage, wit and force. Honor and respect was the greatest of retainers, they held the power of the prince, and, consequently, the power of the state. If you would like to know more then you should visit David Zaslav. We propose to test yourself, take a short course and try to win this title of honor.
The territory of the Centre "Vityaz" (or other place of celebration with decorations), converted to the ancient Russian town, and the participants of the event – in its inhabitants. Guests are greeted traditional Russian hospitality pies, brought down a hot, fun songs. While the guests help themselves, their entertaining buffoon – offers to demonstrate their ability and Silushka – to forge his coin. (Who is should look like Old Russian money that they had shown?) With Chekanov everyone do yourself a coin. Appears peddler, who can purchase these coins any piece costume (hat, a bright sash, cape, coat, etc.) With the governor all the fuss dies down, it sounds story (parable) of the Russian soldiers, of feats of arms, the strength of the heroic …
and start the main event – guests will learn a lot: – a sword and worthy of their own – archery, spear throwing and hatchet – to pull the rope, but not only military victories of famous Russian people, there is a place and fun games, fun, dance, dances, evening. As a result of all this – only preparation for major competitions. In the end, everyone has to show for it much, I have learned – to pass the medieval obstacle course. And if it fails, then the principal and an unforgettable experience for everyone will be present military rite of passage! The rite consists of the representation rights to all four elements: earth, water, wind and fire. The ritual with elements of fire and show the effect of full participation will not leave anyone indifferent. After completing initiation ceremony, participants moved to the banquet table, where they are presented certificates of his young vigilantes, and the course themed souvenirs.
First level domain is indicated by two or more characters in the final position, separated by a dot. They are quite a lot and, as a rule, the identifier denotes geographical origin or the utility of available sites on it. Examples of Top Level Domain can be such:. Ru – Russia. Us – United States. Com – commercial projects. Edu – U.S. schools.
Uk – United Kingdom (UK) It should be noted that recently (October 30, 2009) in Seoul was the first in history in general and the history of the Internet in particular, the presentation of the first-level domain. Russian Cyrillic. I think this may be the pride of the Russians. Must also note that the domain name registration level 1 deals with the only international organization. It's called Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, or ICANN (read ayken). Given the surprising number of addresses on the Internet (more than 160 million), the organization transferred the domain name registration accredited partners. Now there are more than 900. This organization, along with its partners to register and manage every conceivable Internet addresses.
But this issue we will return later. The second level, as in e-mail address, carries more information. When writing e-mail address we can write, for example: That Kreml.Moskva.Rossiya significance level domain goes on decreasing from right to left. Here, the second level will be Moscow, but the third – the Kremlin. To make it clearer, here is an example of domains of different levels: top-level domains – ru, com, biz, edu, org Second-level domains – yandex.ru, rambler.ru, gmail.com, blogspot.com Domains third level – mail.google.com, alexgriblog.blogspot.com levels of the address separated by periods.


text:
Coming up in the next {{countdown}} {{countdownlbl}}
Coming up next:
Skip to this video now
Now Playing:
Play Video
This transcript has been automatically generated and may not be 100% accurate.
TV Sportscaster Goes on Defense for Gay Athlete
WFAA's Dale Hansen says it's time for the NFL to "celebrate" Michael Sam.
Now Playing: TV Sportscaster Goes on Defense for Gay Athlete
Now Playing: Ellen Page Announces She is Gay
Now Playing: Men With Suitcase ID'd in NYC Bomb Probe: Officials
Now Playing: Protesters Gather After Black Man Shot and Killed by Police in California
Now Playing: Organ Donations From Drug Overdose Donors Save Lives
Now Playing: 3 Injured in SC School Shooting; Suspect in Custody
Now Playing: Amanda Knox: In a Minute
Now Playing: Behind the Scenes at the American History Museum
Now Playing: First Look at Starliner Capsule
Now Playing: TSA Dog Named After 9/11 Hero to Retire
Now Playing: Rival Football Teams Join Together for Memorable Touchdown
Now Playing: Hackers Still Targeting Election Systems, FBI Director Warns
Now Playing: Avon Lady Still Calling at Age 94
Now Playing: Happy Good Neighbor Day!
Now Playing: Girl Gets Drake-Themed Birthday Party
Now Playing: Watchdog Issues Warning About Certain Samsung Washing Machines
Now Playing: Authorities Search for Missing Mom After Son Found at Sea
Now Playing: New Details in Death of Marlins Star Jose Fernandez
Now Playing: Black Man Shot and Killed By Police in California, Sparking Protests
Now Playing: Bronx Gas Explosion Kills Firefighter
Now Playing: {{itm.title}}


text:
Learn how to craft a social media marketing strategy for your small business. Create a Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter account to listen to customers and drive traffic and sales.
All Courses
- Business
- Social Media Marketing (5)
- Social Networks (5)
- Marketing (3)
- Small Business Marketing (2)
- Audio + Music (1)
- Branding (1)
- Career Development (1)
- Music Business (1)
- Photography (1)
- Sharing Photos (1)
Skill level
- Beginner (6)
- Intermediate (2)
- Advanced (2)
- Appropriate for all (945)
More options
Personal branding expert Karen Leland shows you the top tips for personal branding on social media, including LinkedIn and Facebook.
Learn how to tweet! Discover the ins and outs of Twitter, the micoblogging platform that is taking over the planet 140 characters at a time.
Learn how to enhance your LinkedIn profile for social selling and develop an efficient routine for social media monitoring and engagement with customers and prospects.
Learn how to promote your music and create an authentic relationship with your fans by communicating with them directly on Twitter.
Shows how to use social media to its full potential and leverage the unique benefits it offers photographers and filmmakers.
"I almost feel as if I am in a classroom but with the benefit of sitting at my home computer." —Christine B.
more from our members »


text:
Crowds are expected at Toys "R" Us in Oldbury on Saturday, November 28 when the gamer, who has more than 8.5m global subscribers, arrives
Birmingham Hall Green Roger Godsiff says he won't quit, following reports the Labour leadership wants to replace him with anti-war activist Salma Yaqoob
Advertising Standards Authority steps in over naughty campaign
Last chance to win tickets to hear the vlogger's tips on party make up at the event in New Street on Wednesday
Birmingham artists nominated at MOBO Awards 2015
Solihull teenager Charlton Floate cost the Government £15,000 and temporarily halted the reporting of internet crime in the US
Anthony Scott, 45, harassed music student Demi Marrinder, 18, after New Street confrontation
The Birmingham waiter who rowed with Simon Cowell compares himself to Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga
The Big Hoot owl auction on Thursday October 15 will kick start the Star Appeal to raise £3.65 million for the pioneering new unit
Footage shown to West Midlands Police as bosses consider disciplinary action
Tory Michael Gove used his conference speech to attack "comfortable millionaires" like Russell Brand, Jeremy Hardy and Charlotte Church
Incident is believed to have happened in August during holiday getaway season
The Britain's Got Talent star is virtually unrecognisable after transforming from a six-year-old crooner to a teenager with her own YouTube channel
Demehl Thomas and Moysha Shepherd charged with making a sound recording in jail
Solihull 15-year-old has attracted tens of thousands of fans with video chats about his life
Aston Villa blogger Alex Berwick
ponders the dilemmas that lie in store for Tim Sherwood this season
Go behind the scenes of the Lenny Henry drama
Mum shoots footage showing what appear to be funnels forming
Here's the top five most read news stories at lunchtime on Tuesday, August 18
Demehl Thomas and Moysha Shepherd reportedly used illegal mobile phone to record rap in HMP Birmingham
The Britain's Got Talent star plays Birmingham's O2 Academy on August 21, 2015
Social media analysts at Lissted have named these tweeters from around Birmingham, the Black Country, Solihull and Coventry as the having the biggest influence on the rest of the UK
The 16-year-old singer songwriter is playing the O2 Academy on August 21
Social media analysts at Lissted tell us these are the tweeters based around Birmingham, the Black Country, Solihull and Coventry with the biggest influence on the rest of the UK
Social media analysts Lissted have created a list of the top 250 Twitter accounts across Birmingham, Solihull and the Black Country which have with the biggest impact on the UK
Losing her sight aged 17 didn't stop blogger Lucy Edwards falling in love... and now she wants to break down the stigma of dating blind people
Controversial figure was linked to Trojan Horse scandal but continues to deny any wrongdoing
Now super-rich Top Gear hopeful wants posh London pad with parking for five supercars
Muslim Guz Khan, aka Mobeen, goes viral
Budding Hitchcock Sheikh Shahnawaz creating a stir on Youtube with Handsworth-made horror short 'Friend Request'
Friend of Black Country Tunisia terror attack victims Adrian and Patrick Evans confronts controversial comic
The Led Zeppelin frontman gave his time for free - apart from a cuppa - to make a cameo in Doreen Tipton's new movie
Millionaire teenager tells how he hopes to defy his critics who he says are 'jealous, irrelevant people'
The Led Zeppelin star wants to Tarmac our Lazy Cow's drive
Super-rich self-styled peer is 'bombarded' with pleas for him to try out for smash-hit BBC show
Louise Minnock sent to prison along with her boyfriend as hunt continues for custody wrangle toddler believed to be in Birmingham
Group called National Action also smeared offensive graffiti on park gates and posted video on YouTube
We take a look at the music artists appearing at Supersonic Festival 2015 on its first full day after the opening night concert
Birmingham-based 19-year-old can apply cosmetics perfectly despite losing sight completely
Birmingham Mail
Is there something happening in your area you would like us to report on?
Tell us about it and, if possible, send us a picture
We reach over 2,871,244* unique users a month with dedicated coverage of Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Over 66% of our visitors, who view over 4m* page impressions every month, are in the desirable ABC1 socio-economic groups.
To book an advert with the Birmingham Mail team call 0121 234 5000, email email@example.com or visit the Trinity Mirror Midlands website for more information.
The Birmingham Mail is part of Trinity Mirror Midlands, offering you unique access to our audience across the region online and in print.
*Source: Omniture (UK 6 month average August '14 - January '15)
Editor, Birmingham MailEditor-in-Chief, Trinity Mirror Midlands
Marc Reeves has edited the Birmingham Mail since December 2014.
Marc Reeves is the editor of the Birmingham Mail and the Birmingham Post, and has worked in regional media in the Midlands and across the UK for more than 30 years.


text:
Now You See It, Now You Don't - Secure Your iPhone!
By admin
The iPhone has been incredibly successful thanks to its simplicity, intuitiveness and good looks. Although initially focused on the consumer market, it has quickly became a favourite of the corporate world who realised they could combine personal and business devices into one, simplifying their digital lifestyle whilst looking stylish as well!
The combination of lifestyle elements such as video (on the 3GS), photos, YouTube and applications such as Facebook, along with business applications, e-mail and search make the iPhone the perfect device for users both at home and work.
Simplicity however does not necessarily mean the iPhone is secure. If you lose your device, not only will you be sick with disappointment, your personal information


text:
Give Now
A state law signed last year makes the opioid overdose reversal drug available to the public.
Howard County Prosecutor Mark McCann says providing clean needles to drug addicts isn't the right way to address increasing rates of HIV and Hepatitis C.
Pending state approval, Lawrence County will work with the Indiana Recovery Alliance to fund and staff the mobile unit.
County data show 61 percent of new hepatitis C cases last year occurred in people who had injected drugs.
CARA hit a snag this week when democrats pushed for an extra $920 million in funding to pay for additional treatment for addicts. That request was unsuccessful.
Thomas Gorman outlined his group's stance that marijuana legalization has had a negative impact on public health and safety in Colorado.
More than 50 Indiana police departments now carry the overdose antidote drug naloxone, but experts say addicts need more follow-up to address their addiction.
The 61 percent increase follows a 7 percent decrease in out of home placements between 2011 and 2012
Wayne County ranks fourth in the state in Hepatitis C cases. They will work with Centerstone and Reed Health regional hospital to fund and staff the program.
Probuphine will be added to the short list of opioid fighting medications.


text:
1UP Club HeadquartersWelcome to 1UP's Clubs home. Here's where you can join, create, and manage clubs on your favorite topics.
Karl's Clubs (5)
- Club Name
- Members
THE XBOX 360 CLUBWelcome to 1up's biggest and best Xbox 360 Club. I started this club a long time ago and never thought it would reach as many members as I have right now. I honestely believe that because of my few little rules I have in my club comments that this is one of the main reasons this club has been so succesful. If your not a member come in have a look and if you like what you see then join up.
- 4828
Washington BrethrenThis is for all the people who live in Washington, THE STATE!
- 68
The 1up Mapping InitiativeThis club is designed for the sole purpose of mapping all users on 1up on this map. So add yourself and join the club. Encourage others and so on.
- 61
360 GalleryDedicated to showing off your latest 360 gear, games, news and collection! Got a unique 360 item you'd like to show off? Post it here! Pics of a recent 360 event? Post them here! Share your stories!
- 74
Battlefield 2 ClubDisscussins on the upcoming next-gen game and its console.
- 65
Browse Clubs by Category
Action Games1018 Clubs
Adventure Games643 Clubs
Anime5214 Clubs
Babes & Celebrities1056 Clubs
Cars & Racing706 Clubs
Extreme Sports224 Clubs
Fighting Games444 Clubs
Hobbies & Interests2370 Clubs
Home Theater & HDTV29 Clubs
Japanese/Import Gaming374 Clubs
Miscellaneous6095 Clubs
Mobile & iPhone12 Clubs
Movies & DVDs1197 Clubs
Music & Soundtracks2308 Clubs
Nintendo DS Games200 Clubs
Online Games & Clans1878 Clubs
PC Games797 Clubs
PS2 Games1610 Clubs
PS3 Games537 Clubs
PSP Games108 Clubs
Relationships & Personals549 Clubs
Role Playing1905 Clubs
Shooters1784 Clubs
Sim Games188 Clubs
Sports960 Clubs
Strategy Games297 Clubs
TV Shows1079 Clubs
Wii Games843 Clubs
Wrestling348 Clubs
Xbox 360 Games2199 Clubs


text:
Top Definition
An acronym for a completely screwed up text message that didn't make sense: Go Eat A Pie Waveter.
Julia, WHAT did you just say? You sent: go eat a pie waveter (GEAPW). What did you mean ?
by woodie.aka.julia August 12, 2007
Trending Now
Can you define these popular missing words?


text:
Once you have decided to bring on a marketing automation tool or upgrade your current tool, it's time to start collecting the information you need to make a decision. If you're new to marketing automation, the process ahead of you can seem overwhelming. Indeed, the decision to choose a provider should not be taken lightly. You don't want to end up in a situation where the solution falls short and you need to start looking for another provider within a year. As you map out your plan, below are five steps that I recommend you include in your process, along with some resources I have found helpful.
- Do your research…online. After all, in the marketing automation industry, content is king and a wealth of information can be found online. Here are a few trusted sites that I have found to be useful: Focus.com, MarketSherpa.com, ClickZ.com (the section you're reading now), and B2BMarketingPost.com. These sources provide best practices, webinars, vendor overviews, and tips. Additionally, most marketing automation providers have white papers and best practices for you to read – but, you're unlikely to get a truly objective review of their tool on their website.
- Distribute a request for proposal (RFP). A formal RFP can be a pain for the end buyer and the sales rep tasked with providing answers. However, I do believe it's crucial to outline the areas you're evaluating each vendor on (i.e., email capabilities, CRM integration, lead scoring, data management, etc.) and list out the questions you have around each area. In the end, an RFP will provide a framework for communicating with others in your organization and help you ensure you have covered all important questions during the evaluation. I found it helpful to ask each marketing automation provider for a list of questions they commonly get in an evaluation. They may also have this information on their website. Otherwise, the Raab Guide has 150+ questions that you should consider asking. Before you finalize the RFP, share it with other internal stakeholders to make sure you're collecting all the right information.
- Schedule demos. Ask to see the tool in action. A live demo will help you understand the workflow process and the ease of use. Scoring this area may come down to personal preference, however, it will also be important to understand what your organization is used to and if a particular marketing automation tool will require change management.
- Tap your network. Do others in your organization have experience within the marketing automation space? What about your LinkedIn contacts? For honest opinions, these folks are invaluable. So don't be afraid to reach out and start asking questions about their experiences.
- Speak to references. Ask the marketing automation providers to send you references. This is especially helpful if your network is light on experience in the space. It should also give you a good understanding of how happy their customers (or at least those willing to be a reference) actually are.
These five steps should help you collect the information you need to make a smart decision on what marketing automation tool is right for your organization. I'm happy to hear if there are other best practices that should be considered in the evaluation process. What has been most helpful to you?
Related reading
Just 36% of people entering the tech industry are women
The technology industry is lagging behind many other sectors when it comes to the proportion of women taking up entry level positions. ... read more
Seven ways to future-proof your digital strategy
Nurcin Erdogan Loeffler, head of strategy and innovation, Vizeum China, outlines the seven ways businesses can future proof their digital strategies.
The case of Skittles and how to react with real-time marketing
Every brand would love to see its hashtag trending on social media, but what if it's for the least expected reason? Should you ... read more
What does the modern marketer look like in a multichannel world?
In today's multichannel world how can marketers use data to ensure the experience a customer receives is relevant to them?


text:
Click here to print the obituary below
Pauline Derstine
Pauline K. Derstine
Pauline K. Polly Derstine, 75, of Sellersville, died Dec. 7. Wife of James W. Derstine, Sr.
Two sons; 5 grandchildren; sister.
Memorial Tues., Dec. 11, 11 a.m., St. Pauls UCC, 104 Green St., Sellersville 18960. Call at church 10 to 11 a.m. Arr. by Steeley FH.
Funeral Home
Betty Meier Steeley Funeral Home
87 North Main Street
Sellersville, PA 18960-2327
Published in Morning Call on Dec. 9, 2012


text:
Hanne B. Sørensen, chief executive of A.P. Møller-Maersk's third-party logistics subsidiary, will be replaced by current Maersk Line Head of East West Trades Klaus Rud Sejling, the company said in a statement.
The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index fell 3.5 percent from last Friday to a reading of 707.68, declining for the second straight week as the short-term boost after Hanjin Shipping filed for receivership at the end of August has now faded.
The Japanese ocean carrier has acquired a 25 percent share of EMAS Chiyoda Subsea, a construction firm specializing in offshore and subsea oil and gas facilities, from Singapore's Ezra Holdings and Japan's Chiyoda Corporation.
Registration takes less than 1 minute.
The South Korean carrier said certain providers have been charging its customers more than what it would have charged to transport cargo and has tried to intervene, taking its concern up with the Federal Maritime Commission.
Various media reports have speculated the sale of South Korean liner carrier Hanjin Shipping, viewing COSCO and Maersk Line as possible buyers.
Several ocean carriers have decided to launch various routes in order to fill the void from Hanjin's halted operation.