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Victorians brace for another day of fierce fire conditions
- From: Herald Sun
- January 19, 2013
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THOUSANDS of Victorians are on alert as a monster blaze, which has claimed one life, several homes and almost 50,000 hectares of land, continues to rage.
An 80-year-old man perished in his car in the driveway of a home in the Gippsland town of Seaton yesterday - the state's worst bushfire day since Black Saturday.
Victorians are today bracing to fight further fires.
Emergency services fear it could take weeks to control the blaze, about 200km east of Melbourne, which has destroyed more than 48,000 hectares.
Up to 10 homes are believed to have been claimed by the fire, which took fire services by surprise by quadrupling in size in a matter of hours.
The tiny town of Licola continued to come under threat and was completely cut off last night as the fire raged around it.
Late last night the CFA said the fires in Coongulla, Heyfield, Seaton, Glenmaggie and Dawson were listed as controlled.
Families evacuated from Coongulla and Glenmaggie, as well as Heyfield and Seaton, were last night hoping to learn their homes survived.
Five homes in Seaton and Glenmaggie were confirmed lost, though firefighters expect more have also been destroyed.
Incident controller Bill Johnstone said the fire could burn for weeks.
"Given the conditions it's probably about as bad as it can get," he said.
"We've got a number of concerns about not only the run of the fire today, but subsequent days after it.
"We reckon three days of fairly dynamic fire behaviour; we're going to try and stitch this up, but we're settling in for a fairly protracted fire fight."
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PICTURES: The firefight on the ground
AERIAL VIEW: Blaze leaves path of destruction
Mr Johnstone said Licola was still under threat after winds turned in a westerly direction.
Up to 30 Licola residents were unable to leave the town yesterday and could be cut off for another day.
Ten Licola residents were still in the town late last night along with 28 CFA crew.
The CFA could not say what lay ahead for the tiny settlement in the coming days, with smoke and spot fires hindering efforts to survey the area.
Trapped on his farm, Licola sheep farmer Rob Gilder said he was terrified.
"We are in grave danger here. The small community is completely cut off," he said.
If the blaze cannot be controlled there are concerns it could continue as fires did in 2007, when they burned for more than two months.
Amazing tales of survival have begun to emerge, including that of a family of five who were trapped in their Seaton home but managed to escape unharmed.
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A CFA crew also had to shelter in their tanker as the fire passed over the vehicle.
The blaze was fuelled by wind changes throughout the day. More than 425 firefighter personnel in 70 CFA and DSE tankers, as well as 13 aircraft, battled a 6km fire front which spread in two directions.
Their task was made more difficult by constant spotting up to 8km away, igniting dozens of blazes.
Premier Ted Baillieu visited the incident control centre in Heyfield to thank firefighters, warning the fast-moving fire presented a significant risk.
"This is obviously a very big fire. In barely more than 24 hours this fire has grown from nothing to more than 40,000 ha," Mr Baillieu said.
Prime Minister Julia Gillard said she would work with the State Government to help those affected by fires.
"I want to say to anybody who's in that position, the Australian people are thinking of you, and people will be there to support (you)," she said.
Weather bureau senior forecaster Rod Dixon said firefighters in Victoria's east would benefit from cooler conditions today.
Temperatures were expected to stay in the mid-20s with south to south-westerly winds reaching speeds of about 20km/h.
But temperatures would climb next week, hitting the low-30s on Monday before peaking again on Thursday.
The fire, which began as a small blaze at Aberfeldy shortly after noon on Thursday, flared up at 3.30pm yesterday when it began spotting up to 8km ahead of the fire front.
Within four hours the fire had grown to 20,000 ha with a 6km fire front.
Authorities are still investigating how the blaze started.
Watching from his Gippsland property, Ricky Barrett could barely believe the sight of the fires.
"It's unbelievable to see the whole sky light up. We knew it was heading this way. And then the wind came and sort of took it towards Heyfield and all those sorts of areas over there," he said.
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DR Posted at 2:00 PM January 18, 2013
If the Greens weren't so anti hazard reduction we might at least have a decent chance. The net result of their policy is a large number of fried animals.
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Deb of Geelong Posted at 10:55 AM January 18, 2013
Mary Jane - You are right, the issue with the Pakenham fires was controlled last night. The headline on the main News.com page is really misleading for this article, listing the problem area as Pakenham, and they need to change it. - the fires of concern since last night and this morning are in the Glenmaggie, Heyfield, Seaton areas. I have been watching all morning waiting for the headline to change, but obviously someone in the office is a little slow on their responses.
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Mrs R Lemon of Tyabb Posted at 10:51 AM January 18, 2013
MAry Jane of Darwin, My husband is a firefighter, I am currently listening to several CFA scanners.. If it was my mother, I'd ask her to leave and go somewhere else for the day.. a long way away from Packenham.. and as soon as possible.
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Tony Posted at 10:42 AM January 18, 2013
Stay safe everyone.
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Mary Jane of Darwin Posted at 10:01 AM January 18, 2013
I spoke to my mother in Pakenham this morning, apparently they have not been told to evacuate and the fire was contained last night
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Jayna Posted at 9:38 AM January 18, 2013
@Peter, the operator types and it comes up visually.
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Peter of Australia Posted at 8:39 AM January 18, 2013
"Deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech/communication impairment can contact VBIL via the National Relay Service on 1800 555 677", how are deaf people supposed to use the phone if they can't hear?
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The real oil production numbers Obama doesn't want you to see
President Obama is fond of claiming that oil production is up at record highs for the past 8 years under his administration.
Well, yes, but here's the clinker for him – they're at record highs despite his administration not because of it. In fact, he could have been a hero and had oil production at epic highs had he not instead done all he could to slow down oil production on federal lands.
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On the privates side of things, note total NonFederal. Alaska has declined but others have boomed. In fact so much that the NonFederal (i.e. state and private) have been able to offset the large drop in Federal land oil production and show a net increase. That's the number for which Obama has been trying to take credit.
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Carrillo faces possible prosecution and deportation after officer-involved shooting death of unarmed teen
By André Coleman , Kevin Uhrich 03/29/2012
The man accused of making exaggerated statements that officials say led to the officer-involved shooting death of an unarmed African-American teenager in Pasadena last Saturday night has been living in the United States without proper documentation and could face deportation after he is prosecuted, the Weekly has learned.
"He is in the country illegally," Pasadena police Lt. Phlunte Riddle said of 26-year-old Oscar Carrillo.
Carrillo was being held on $25,000 bail after being arrested on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of 19-year-old Kendrec McDade of Azusa, who was shot by two Pasadena police officers on Sunset Avenue near Orange Grove Boulevard.
Carrillo, according to 911 tapes of the incident, first told police that McDade and another teen, also African American, had robbed his car and that both teens were armed with guns. Carrillo later admitted that he had fabricated the story to get police to the scene more quickly. Neither young man was armed.
"If he is convicted, he will go to through the process with immigration," Riddle said of Carrillo. "But [deportation] is not part of the Police Department's process," Riddle said. "That is part of the court process and immigration."
Carrillo's country of origin was not immediately known. Because courts and government offices were closed Friday in honor of Cesar Chavez Day, which is Saturday, it was also not immediately known whether the District Attorney's Office would follow the police recommendation and file a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Carrillo. California law allows prosecutors to file murder charges against anyone implicated in a crime that results in a death.
In the March 24 incident, McDade and an unidentified 17-year-old allegedly broke into Carrillo's car at about 11 p.m. near a taco truck parked around the corner of North Fair Oaks Avenue and Orange Grove Boulevard. Carrillo told authorities that he saw McDade and the youngster ransacking his car before they ran off in separate directions.
When officers arrived, Carrillo told them that one of the youths had stolen his backpack. He also changed the story somewhat, saying one of the assailants was armed. Officers spotted McDade on Sunset Avenue and gave chase — one officer on foot, the other driving in a police cruiser. Fearing for their safety, the officers — Matthew Griffin and Jeffrey Newlen, both hired in 2007 — opened fire when they noticed McDade's hands enter his waistband.
Police scoured the area of the shooting for days, but did not find a gun. Carrillo was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter after it was determined that he had lied to police.
"The Latino community always gets the wrong end of the stick. He was a victim and now he is arrested, and he is being deported. The people who killed [McDade] were the police, not this guy," said one politically involved member of Pasadena's Latino community who asked not to be identified.
The 17-year-old male, who will be tried as a juvenile, faces two counts of burglary, one count of grand theft and one count of failing to register as a gang member, said Riddle.
Chief Phillip Sanchez and other police officials will address residents about the shooting at 9 a.m. Saturday at New Revelations Missionary Baptist Church, 855 N. Orange Grove Blvd. Sanchez said he has asked the Los Angeles County Office of Independent Review to investigate the shooting.
The death of McDade comes as racial tensions grip the nation following the shooting death of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed 17-year-old African-American youth, by George Zimmerman, a Neighborhood Watch patrol agent in a Florida housing complex.
The Pasadena shooting also occurred just five weeks from the 20-year anniversary of the Los Angeles Riots, which were sparked by the acquittal of the four LAPD officers seen in a videotaped beating Altadena's Rodney King in March 1991.
In a prepared statement issued Sunday, NAACP Pasadena Branch President Joe Brown called for calm as police conduct their investigation of the McDade shooting.
"I feel extremely bad for this young man. He could have been my son," said the community activist. "But sending Oscar back to his country will not bring him back. Oscar was a victim, and now he is arrested. Unbelievable."
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Smoke screen!
The mere idea that someone can be charged and prosecuted with manslaughter for lying to police about whether or not a suspect had a gun negatates the roles and responsibilities of the police officers for making the right decision when choosing to use deadly force.
One should not lie this way to get a police response, no doubt! But the final decison to pull the trigger was not the peprson who made the call. It appears the PPD made this arrest without consultation from the D.A.-- if so, very amateurish and naive of the police department.
Someone needs to police our police. I had a similar situation happen to me In Bosque County Texas over a mistaken 911 call. I was taken out of my car at gunpoint. The big difference is I'm alive to tell my story. It's very scary, and can be deadly, to have a gun pointed at your face. MWC.
Oh, and I wanted to add that I'm white so this can happen to any of us. MWC
There are countless errors in the handling of this tragic incident. I feel deeply for the officers involved, as the department is poring gasoline all over them....
One thing is nearly for certain, Kendrec would be alive today had he been playing scrabble at home with mom instead of out...
I view everyone as victims on this case, both of the officers and Mr. McDade and his family. Of course none of this would have happened had Mr. McDade decided not to commit a felony theft to begin with. And he certainly would still be alive today had Mr. McDade decided not to run from the officers and refuse their orders to stop. And we wouldn't even be discussing what would otherwise be a run of the mill felony arrest had Mr. Carrillo not lied to the 9-1-1 operator by telling her that the suspects were each armed with handguns. No, if none of those things happened then Mr. McDade would still be alive today. But they did happen, and the police officers were placed in an almost impossible position. Now they are being chastised by the very people they try their best to protect everyday. We know now, through the benefit of 20/20 hindsight, that Mr. McDade was unarmed, but at the time it was just the opposite. The officers had a split second to decide on a course of action and Mr. McDade's hand-actions forced their hand. Many people will now spend months analyzing this case and will finally come to a decision on how it should have been handled. The officers had a split second. Please, remember that.
Really? The PPD now wants to deport the guy who called 911.
This will leave a chilling effect on the number of undocumented community members who want to interact with the police department or the City. Great work Sanchez.....
You have now alienated the Black community, Latin community, police officer association, the media, and most likely all of the elected officials.
At a press conference, Sanchez was asked if it was against police department policy to shoot from inside the police car (as one of the officers did). The self described "use of force" expert (Sanchez), responded by telling the reporter he did not know, "but it could be a tactic". Huh? What does this mean? You honeymoon is over pal, time to "do chief" no just "be chief".
In case you need the answer to this question in the future, here it is:
The PPD policy does not specify whether shooting from the car is prohibited or not. But, a higher authority says it is approved as long as it is "objectively reasonable". This would be the United States Supreme Court, Graham v. Conner, Tennessee v. Garner.
To: Emperor Has No Clothes: that is a very convincing argument to me. It seems the chief of police should know what his use of force policy is and what the federal law has to say about this, i.e. tennessee v. Garner. This is basic use of force info that academy students are taught and are expected to know. The fact that a police chief is unaware of this is very surprising (and disturbing) to me.
I am EMBARRASSED and I can't hold my tongue any longer. Based upon the comments I hear I know I am speaking for most, if not all, of the police department employees.
Every time a press release is issued from the chief's office I pray it will not be embarrassing to us all, but without fail my prayers are never answered. Here are two examples:
On March 2, 2012 a press release was issued from the chief's office announcing the arrest and extradition of a homicide suspect. There were a number of grammatical errors (which is always the case) but it also contained these gems:
"The U.S. Marshalls and the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office have been relentless in the processing of the extradition of Suspect Romero. On March 2, 2012, Romero was extradited and flown to the Los Angeles Airport to face United States persecution for the 1995 murder of Francisco Mora, MH 36 a Pasadena Resident."
"Suspect Romero was booked in the Pasadena City jail. On Friday, March 2, 2012, Romero will be arraigned at the Pasadena Superior Court on Monday March 5, 2012."
Would someone please inform the chief that contrary to the belief of some, the United States {government} does not persecute criminals, it prosecutes them. And will someone please teach him to make sure that periods are put in the correct spot. If he had done so it wouldn't have resulted in Romero getting arraigned both on March 2 and March 5.
But wait, there's more. On March 30 the chief's office issued a press release regarding the officer involved shooting from last week. Just six short paragraphs, but even that was messed up. Here is the exact text:
Officer Mathew Griffin male white, hired: 8-28-06. In 2007, Officer Griffin was involved in a shooting of a Rottweiller that was loose and had attached an individual and his dog.
Chief Phillip L. Sanchez said, "I am committed to thoroughly investigating the Officer Involved Shooting. This is why in addition to Pasadena Police Detectives Professional Standards investigation, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Officer Involved Shooting Team are investigation as well as the Office of Independent review Group".
Dear chief, or whoever, Rottweiler only has one L. Didn't your spellcheck pick that up? And the Rottweiler didn't attach and individual and his dog, it attacked them.
In the second paragraph the Pasadena Police Detectives and the Professional Standards investigation are two separate investigations, not one as written (confusing as it was). And the Los Angeles County District Attorney;s Officer Involved Shooting team is INVESTIGATING, not investigation.
These press releases are distributed to dozens of news organizations; police employees; city employees (including the city manager); and others. It's embarrassing to all of us and it's about time City Manager Beck does something about it.
Someone said it best in an earlier post. Time to "do chief" and not just be chief. It was only a matter of time before Sanchez was exposed. Sanchez is lost without a script or his wife to tell him what to say. He came from a department that had one of the most clear and transparent use of force policies, yet not only does he not implement a policy that more clearly defines today's law enforcement, but he doesn't even know Pasadena's policy. What's the first thing a new chief should do? Review those policies that will create the most liability for you and your city!! This is a tragedy for everyone involved and Sanchez will throw everyone under the bus to save his own ass.
blah, blah, blah, huh?
I have been following the story close. I have many years in law enforcement. Reading these postings has made me think about the things Chief Sanchez has stated. I am concerned about his competence in the situation. At yesterday's community meeting at the church, the chief spoke of the video tape in the car not capturing the shooting. He told us the recorder only goes on when the car's lights (code three) are on. He then said the police department code three policy does not allow officers to go code three to a robbery. Chief Sanchez then said, since the officers to being sent to a robbery, they did not have the code three lights on, therefore, there is not video of the shooting. This is not true! An anonymous PPD insider told me this:
1. An officer may go code three (lights and siren and video) whenever they feel it is necessary. In fact, for an armed robbery in progress, it would be encouraged.
2. An officer may turn on the video from inside the car whenever they want to, it does not require the code three lights on.
The PW should be requesting copies of these policies and comparing them to what Chief Sanchez is saying. It appears he is wrong. This is misinformation in a time when we want to know!
The chief should take the time to know these things before he speaks. I'm not saying the man is lying or that he is not competent, but it is making many of us wonder if he was ready for this job.
You make some valid points. I too have many years of LE experience. I can't remember not rolling code 3 to an armed robbery in progress where the suspects are fleeing. Sanchez said there was no longer an imminent threat to role code 3? Armed robbery suspects running with a gun (as falsely reported) is an imminent threat to both the public and the responding officers. Also, he states that officers shooting from their cars is a "tactic" and they are trained in this area. If it's a tactic being taught, that would be on an individual department basis. There are no winners here, very tragic.
I am hoping for some investigative reporting here and I want to see the community challenge what the chief is saying about theses things. He has backed himself in a corner with these statements. Many or most of them are wrong. I hope the PW concentrates on these. Each time the chief speaks, the city's credibility is reduced. Also, where has Michael Beck been hiding?
After reading the comments by "Embarrassed1"" I took the time to go to the PPD web site and read the press releases. OMG, they are an English teacher's nightmare, each one having poor grammar and misspelled words. However, the best musings were found in the "Touching Bases" documents that Sanchez writes and sends to the community. What a waste of time. Who is taking the time to read these rants! There is NOTHING of substance in them. These have errors all the way through them! The officer who professed his or her embarrassment is not lying and I now understand why they made the comments. I am really sorry for the department. I guess mediocrity is all that can be achieved with this administration...
It seems that the Pasadena City Council should take advantage of PCC's English Department and enroll all "English-challenged police officers in its "bone-head" language proficency classes. Perhaps then PPD's senior officer attempts at propaganda production may be more digestible.
It also seems to me that shooting a gun while driving a police car is at least as dangerous as texting behind the wheel ... except that a bad marksman shooting in a low-rent neighborhood may get more than just his "man" laid out on a morgue-slab.
And doncha' know? in Southern California(and well, the rest of the United States)'s cop-culture, all people-of-color should always keep their hands at least at nose-level while out in the public domain so as not to inadvertantly scare their community's easily frightened badge-danglers ... it's also probably prudent that those with darker skin regularly wear pocketless, bright orange jump suits beyond their presumed house-arrest so as to alleviate any fear-factor that may invariably be exacerbated while crossing the paths of the law-enforcement class.
Additionally, all non-cops should always look down at the ground whenever confronted by an LE uniform, as actually looking any brand of gangbanger in the eye can only be interpreted as scarily aggressive behavior.
Anyway, shooting first and asking questions later has evolved into an extremely popular government tactic for training its revenue-source populations to remain docile during any paycheck-enhancing process of value-extraction. But it's all for a good cause you see, and Lord knows, we all want our law enforcers to live as unstressed and comfortable as possible ~
Paul G, this is a City Manager's nightmare. He and the Chief run around shaking hands all the while hoping a disaster like this never happens. Well it's here and it's time to "do Chief" rather than just be Chief. This is where Sanchez no longer can hide behind his press officer or his command staff. When I listen to him it's like, what did he just say? When the depositions are held for the upcoming lawsuit he'll be a mess in front of any attorney familiar with police practices and policies. Beck rolled the dice with Sanchez after former Chief Melekian threw Vicinio under the bus.
I just heard a news broadcast that the District Attorney did not file charges on the 911 caller in this case! What now, Sanchez? It is clear to the community the issues associated with this case are a result of poor management. That is what happens when Beck passed over competency and critical thinking for you.
deport the guy...go over police procedure with the police...hello you be in a cop car as a officer and told prior that two guys of foot robbed my car and have guns armed and dangerous....tell me are you chasing them and feeling the fear that you may be shot by one of them in the line of duty doing your job? the guy lied in a big wayyyyyyyyyyy......he is being deported because he has been arrested has nothing to do with why he is arrested...any illegal immigrant that is arrested for any crime and is found to be illegal is deported.....tell him not to break the law as well..its too separate issues...he was arrested and found to be illegal..ok has nothing to do with him as a victim the victim too committed a crime and now someone is dead..look at every individual separately.....the police are not responsible if you must find blame..it goes to the kids robbing the car and the man that called the cops and lied...and it was a death lie...knowone is right here except the police...
Technically, an "illegal immigrant" is an extra-national who first received permission to enter this country and did so, but ultimately failed to sustain his/her immigration status. Thus, his status as an immigrant becomes illegal.
Illegally crossing the border does not automatically transform any non-citizen into an "immigrant." At best, they only become an "undocumented migrant." Another title that accurately describes an undocumented migrant is "criminal tresspasser."
Unless a non-citizen, prospective resident initially incurs the INS's (or some other relevant U.S. Government agency's) permission to reside within the United States before entry, they are otherwise then NOT residents, but only tresspassers. Certainly, they should not enjoy the resident protections afforded even to illegal immigrants, simply because they do not qualify.
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Looking for some advice here. DS is now 8 months and waking every hour at night. He has been doing this for a solid 2 months now. We co-sleep and I am beginning to think that may have been a mistake. For the past few days he has also been waking at around 4 a.m. ready to go for the day. He is smiling and laughing and jumping in the bed. It takes at least half an hour to get him back down again. He usually can get to sleep while I nurse him but lately he tosses and turns even with the boobie. My husband and I take turns putting him back to sleep but DS usually wants me. I work three days per week and I am quite tired. I feel like he is a newborn all over again. He really has never slept through the night. I spoke with a mom the other day and she has 18 month old twins who both have slept in their own beds and through the night. (formula fed too). Kind of makes me feel like I am doing something wrong, ya know?:shrug DS starts out in his crib in our room. He can last there anywhere from 20 min to two hours then he is in our bed for the night. I know he could be teething, he has no teeth yet. He does drool quite alot. He also seems very gassy. When he tosses and turns he does fart and seems relieved. I wonder if me drinking tea has anything to do with his waking at night??
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Never one to care what people think, Rihanna posted a steamy photo on Twitter from a night out at a stripclup.
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Ceremonies around the world are changing people's lives, and one of those events happened at Pearl Harbor Wednesday.
As the nation gets ready to celebrate its 237th birthday, this Fourth of July will be remembered as a first for our new neighbors.
"I can't say a word that could explain my whole feelings right now, words can't explain it," says Gachau Gathura, a former resident of Kenya.
Gathura is now an American citizen. He moved to the U.S five years ago, knowing just one thing about this country. It's the land of opportunity, something he says lacked in Kenya.
While Gathura repeated the naturalization oath Wednesday, the Schofield soldier has already been protecting the flag.
"This just pushes me to become better, a better person in the military, that's my whole goal," says Gathura.
About 100 others from 27 different countries took the citizenship oath Wednesday. Former Canada resident Tera Arnold is carrying a baby and says the timing is perfect.
"It's just an extra special honor to get to be an actual citizen on the Fourth of July, we can celebrate a lot more now," says Arnold.
But becoming a citizen isn't as easy as repeating an oath. Depending on their situation, people must first get a green card, spend three to five years as a resident and pass proficiency tests.
It took Fausto Rungduen 14 years to get to this day. The 74-year-old from the Philippines doesn't speak English well and struggled along the way, but he still took the risk of leaving his country, and it paid off.
"It's going to be more of a celebration this year because my mom is a citizen now, everybody in the family is a citizen, so now we just feel like we belong," says Karen Rungduen, daughter of Fausto Rungduen.
Rungduen's family members are proud of their father. Others describe people like him in a different way.
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An immigrant deported to Mexico who is fighting to keep custody of his three children received humanitarian permission to return to the United States to continue his court battle in North Carolina.
Felipe Bautista Montes since Wednesday has been in the western city of Sparta, where on Aug. 10 he must present himself at a hearing before a judge.
Carlos Flores Vizcarra, Mexico's general consul for the Carolinas, confirmed Thursday to Efe that the Department of Homeland Security authorized Montes to receive permission to stay in the country for 90 days.
The Mexican Consulate hired a lawyer to handle the request that was accepted last week by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
"In the 11 years of my career, I have never heard of a similar action, where the same agency that deported an immigrant now allows him to return," Flores emphasized to Efe.
Donna Shumate, the attorney for Montes in the custody case, commented on Thursday to Efe that his physical presence in court will mean a "big difference" in the presentation of the arguments that the children should return to Mexico with their father.
"Having Felipe here will (make it) easier to respond to the judge's questions," she said.
Also, Shumate said that Montes has already met with his wife Marie and that he is "optimistic" that he will be able to see his children again soon.
The 34-year-old Montes's nightmare began one morning in October 2010 when he got up to prepare breakfast for his pregnant wife and the couple's sons, Isaias and Adrian, and get them ready to take them to daycare.
Having lived and worked nine years in Sparta, he was the family's sole provider, as Marie - a U.S. citizen - suffers from an unspecified disabling mental illness.
Unable to get a driver's license because he was undocumented, Montes had been arrested several times for driving without a license, but continued to drive so he could work.
When he went to court to pay his fines, two ICE agents were waiting for him.
They handcuffed him and transferred him to a detention center in Georgia, from where he was deported to Mexico on Dec. 3, 2010, as his wife was expecting the couple's third child.
Soon after Felipe's deportation, his wife lost custody of their children due to economic difficulties and a decline in her health.
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Montes's situation is not an isolated case, according to the Applied Research report "Shattered Families," which shows that more than 5,000 children of deported or detained immigrant parents are currently in foster homes.
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Consul Flores Vizcarra emphasized to Efe that Mexican authorities will continue to support the father and the family and if the judge rules in their favor they will process the passports and travel tickets of the father and the children so they can return to Mexico.
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Biological diversity - or biodiversity - is the term given to the variety of life on Earth and the natural patterns it forms. The biodiversity we see today is the fruit of billions of years of evolution, shaped by natural processes and, increasingly, by the influence of humans. It forms the web of life of which we are an integral part and upon which we so fully depend.
This diversity is often understood in terms of the wide variety of plants, animals and microorganisms. So far, about 1.75 million species have been identified, mostly small creatures such as insects. Scientists reckon that there are actually about 13 million species, though estimates range from three to 100 million.
Biodiversity also includes genetic differences within each species - for example, between varieties of crops and breeds of livestock. Chromosomes, genes, and DNA-the building blocks of life-determine the uniqueness of each individual and each species.
It is the combination of life forms and their interactions with each other and with the rest of the environment that has made Earth a uniquely habitable place for humans. Biodiversity provides a large number of goods and services that sustain our lives.
Protecting biodiversity is in our self-interest. Biological resources are the pillars upon which we build civilizations. Nature's products support such diverse industries as agriculture, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper, horticulture, construction and waste treatment. The loss of biodiversity threatens our food supplies, opportunities for recreation and tourism, and sources of wood, medicines and energy. It also interferes with essential ecological functions.
Our need for pieces of nature we once ignored is often important and unpredictable. Time after time we have rushed back to nature's cupboard for cures to illnesses or for infusions of tough genes from wild plants to save our crops from pest outbreaks. What's more, the vast array of interactions among the various components of biodiversity makes the planet habitable for all species, including humans. Our personal health, and the health of our economy and human society, depends on the continuous supply of various ecological services that would be extremely costly or impossible to replace. These natural services are so varied as to be almost infinite. For example, it would be impractical to replace, to any large extent, services such as pest control performed by various creatures feeding on one another, or pollination performed by insects and birds going about their everyday business.
"Goods and Services" provided by ecosystems include:
Provision of food, fuel and fibre
Provision of shelter and building materials
Purification of air and water
Detoxification and decomposition of wastes
Stabilization and moderation of the Earth's climate
Moderation of floods, droughts, temperature extremes and the forces of wind
Generation and renewal of soil fertility, including nutrient cycling
Pollination of plants, including many crops
Control of pests and diseases
Maintenance of genetic resources as key inputs to crop varieties and livestock breeds, medicines, and other products
Cultural and aesthetic benefits
Ability to adapt to change
Why we are losing biodiversity
When most people think of the dangers besetting the natural world, they think of the threat to other creatures. Declines in the numbers of such charismatic animals as pandas, tigers, elephants, whales, and various species of birds, have drawn world attention to the problem of species at risk. Species have been disappearing at up to 1000 times the natural rate, and this is predicted to rise dramatically. Based on current trends, an estimated 34,000 plant and 5,200 animal species—including one in eight of the world's bird species—face extinction. For thousands of years we have been developing a vast array of domesticated plants and animals important for food. But this treasure house is shrinking as modern commercial agriculture focuses on relatively few crop varieties. And, about 30% of breeds of the main farm animal species are currently at high risk of extinction.
While the loss of individual species catches our attention, it is the fragmentation, degradation, and outright loss of forests, wetlands, coral reefs, and other ecosystems that poses the gravest threat to biological diversity. Forests are home to much of the known terrestrial biodiversity, but about 45% of the Earth's original forests are gone, cleared mostly during the past century. Despite some regrowth, the world's total forests are still shrinking rapidly, particularly in the tropics. Up to 10% of coral reefs - among the richest ecosystems - have been destroyed, and one third of the remainder face collapse over the next 10 to 20 years. Coastal mangroves, a vital nursery habitat for countless species, are also vulnerable, with half already gone.
Global atmospheric changes, such as ozone depletion and climate change, only add to the stress. A thinner ozone layer lets more ultraviolet-B radiation reach the Earth's surface where it damages living tissue. Global warming is already changing habitats and the distribution of species. Scientists warn that even a one-degree increase in the average global temperature, if it comes rapidly, will push many species over the brink. Our food production systems could also be seriously disrupted.
The loss of biodiversity often reduces the productivity of ecosystems, thereby shrinking nature's basket of goods and services, from which we constantly draw. It destabilizes ecosystems, and weakens their ability to deal with natural disasters such as floods, droughts, and hurricanes, and with human-caused stresses, such as pollution and climate change. Already, we are spending huge sums in response to flood and storm damage exacerbated by deforestation; such damage is expected to increase due to global warming.
The reduction in biodiversity also hurts us in other ways. Our cultural identity is deeply rooted in our biological environment. Plants and animals are symbols of our world, preserved in flags, sculptures, and other images that define us and our societies. We draw inspiration just from looking at nature's beauty and power.
While loss of species has always occurred as a natural phenomenon, the pace of extinction has accelerated dramatically as a result of human activity. Ecosystems are being fragmented or eliminated, and innumerable species are in decline or already extinct. We are creating the greatest extinction crisis since the natural disaster that wiped out the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. These extinctions are irreversible and, given our dependence on food crops, medicines and other biological resources, pose a threat to our own well-being. It is reckless if not downright dangerous to keep chipping away at our life support system. It is unethical to drive other forms of life to extinction, and thereby deprive present and future generations of options for their survival and development. Can we save the world's ecosystems, and with them the species we value and the other millions of species, some of which may produce the foods and medicines of tomorrow? The answer will lie in our ability to bring our demands into line with nature's ability to produce what we need and to safely absorb what we throw away.
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Private companies, landowners, fishermen, and farmers take most of the actions that affect biodiversity. Governments need to provide the critical role of leadership, particularly by setting rules that guide the use of natural resources, and by protecting biodiversity where they have direct control over the land and water. Under the Convention, governments undertake to conserve and sustainably use biodiversity. They are required to develop national biodiversity strategies and action plans, and to integrate these into broader national plans for environment and development. This is particularly important for such sectors as forestry, agriculture, fisheries, energy, transportation and urban planning. Other treaty commitments include:
Identify and monitor the important components of biodiversity that need to be conserved and used sustainably
Establish protected areas to conserve biodiversity while promoting environmentally sound development around these areas
Rehabilitate and restore degraded ecosystems and promote the recovery of threatened species in collaboration with local residents
Respect, preserve and maintain traditional knowledge of the sustainable use of biodiversity with the involvement of indigenous peoples and local communities
Prevent the introduction of, control, and eradicate alien species that could threaten ecosystems, habitats or species
Control the risks posed by organisms modified by biotechnology
Promote public participation, particularly when it comes to assessing the environmental impacts of development projects that threaten biodiversity
Educate people and raise awareness about the importance of biodiversity and the need to conserve it
Report on how each country is meeting its biodiversity goals.
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Building on a strong education foundation is the key to launching the future success of young people with disabilities. Thank you for all you are doing to support and encourage individuals with disabilities as they work towards realizing their career and life goals.
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"Profit by Investing in Workers with Disabilities"
" Utilizing the talents of all Americans is essential for our Nation to out-innovate, out-educate, and out-build the rest of the world. During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we recognize the skills that people with disabilities bring to our workforce, and we rededicate ourselves to improving employment opportunities in both the public and private sectors for those living with disabilities. "
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" The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was notable because it provided comprehensive services and funding for employment and independent living that truly enabled people with disabilities to work and live in the community as never before. "
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White House Proclamation of October 2011 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
U.S. Department of Education Press Release and Statement by Secretary Arne Duncan on National Disability Employment Awareness Month October 2011.
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Here are some success stories (with more to be added throughout the month of October) of people with disabilities finding successful employment with the assistance of various programs, services and resources offered through the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services.
"Max—Youth Transitions into Health Care Careers" (Oct. 3, 2011)
"Sheronda's Participation In Pilot Internship Program Launches Career" (Oct. 31, 2011)
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Below are some links to the various programs, services and resources offered through the U.S. Department of Education. These resources assist individuals with disabilities in finding meaningful employment and help to improve student outcomes and better prepare students for college (or other postsecondary education and training) and the workforce.
National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR)
The IDEA Partnership Project's Transition Community of Practice
The National Dropout Prevention Center for Students with Disabilities
The National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center
Transition and Postsecondary Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
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A day to find your treasure searching over 100 sales within the community. Central Park features a pancake breakfast and afternoon pork chops. Open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Enjoy the perfect ending to the summer. Orion celebrates Labor Day weekend with a long standing tradition. Friday evening begins the event with a pie auction, carnival rides, and arts and crafts. The pie auction is legendary and encapsulates the best of small-town, Midwesterner living. The fun continues Saturday with a 5K run, a parade, and lots of food and fun. Events wrap up Sunday with a talent show.
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60,000 sq. ft. exhibition hall and 4,600 sq. ft. auditorium available to rent for shows and exhibits.
CITY:Rock Island
Bike rentals through the Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau are available at their Visitor Center located at 1601 River Drive, Suite 110 in Moline. Bikes are available in a variety of sizes and come with locks and helmets. They also offer Kiddie Trailers to hook on the back of adult bikes for toddlers and small bikes that can be attached to the adult bike for children still needing training wheels. Rentals are available from Memorial Day through October. Rent by the day or by the hour.
CITY:Rock Island
Quad Cities Railroad Education
Visit this railroad museum that features transportation displays and model railroads.
Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau's Visitor Center in Moline will provide you with all the information your need on things to see and do in the Quad Cities. Our Visitor Center offers a gift shop filled with souvenirs, local products and even t-shirts dyed in the mud of the mighty Mississippi River. Our trained visitor counselors are on hand to answer your questions and direct you to the many exciting adventures you will find in the Quad Cities. We also provide bike rentals so you can go out and explore the beautiful riverfront trails.
Quad City Arts is a regional arts council serving the citizens of Henry, Mercer, and Rock Island counties in Illinois and artists within a 90-mile radius. The Gallery features paintings, sculpture, jewelry, pottery, mix-media, and more. Works are created by regional artists and are for sale. The gallery also features Artist Openings and special events throughout the year.
CITY:Rock Island
Rock Island's Quad City Botanical Center houses exotic tropical flowers, a 14-foot waterfall and reflecting pools with koi. Seasonal attractions include a butterfly garden and the Garden Train Railway exhibit. The Botanical Center also regularly hosts art exhibitions and special events for families.
CITY:Rock Island
Situated on 140 acres of lakes, trees and grass. Excellent fishing for bass, crappie, catfish (no license required). Rental boats, bicycles, heated pool, water playground.
CITY:Rock Island
The Quad City Mallards are a minor league professional ice hockey team based in the Quad Cities area of Illinois. The Mallards are a member of the Central Hockey League, competing in the CHL's Berry Conference. Named in honor of the Mallards team that played in the United Hockey League from 1995 to 2007, the current Mallards debuted in 2009 in the International Hockey League before joining the CHL for the 2010-2011 season after the CHL and IHL merged. The Mallards play their home games at i wireless Center in Moline, IL.
Broadway musicals in this beautiful auditorium located in Prospect Park in Moline, Illinois. Visit the website for current and upcoming show schedule and ticket prices. Founded in 1949, the theater has produced over 160 musical productions.
At the Quality Inn & Suites in Moline, guests will enjoy many superior amenities For business travelers, this Moline hotel provides modern conveniences like wireless high-speed Internet access, spacious work desks, business center, and access to a copy machine. Meeting facilities are available to accommodate up to 40 people for most events and business functions. Handicap accessible rooms are also available. Be Sure To Ask About PARK & FLY packages the hotel offers!
Radisson on John Deere Commons
An award winning riverfront hotel located in the heart of John Deere Commons and right across from the John Deere Pavilion and John Deere Store. This hotel is in downtown Moline and is near restaurants, shopping, riverfront biking and walking trails and next door to the i wireless concert/sports arena. Centrally located, this hotel property is a quick drive to major attractions including the Celebration Belle Riverboat, museums, and historical attractions. You can even board the Channel Cat Water Taxi right behind the hotel which is connected to a TGI Fridays restaurant.
Residence Inn by Marriott - Moline
Residence Inn Moline Quad Cities is nestled in the heart of Moline, just off I-74 & I-80 on John Deere Road and just 5 miles from the Quad City International Airport. Residence Inn can provide you with all the comforts of home with all the features of a Marriott hotel; such as free hot breakfast buffet, evening social, indoor pool and fitness center, friendly staff, and so much more.
Barn is located atop the bluff in Geneseo since 1968. The group's actors, directors, backstage personnel, support staff, and audience are drawn from 60 mile radius that includes cities in Illinois and Iowa.
Located right on the mighty Mississippi, this beautiful B&B offers an inground pool and great views of the river. It's close to the Celebration Belle non-gaming riverboat, Channel Cat Water Taxi access, and right across from biking/walking trails along the river.
The nation's second-oldest US Army museum features exhibits that highlight the history of the island, items manufactured there, and a display of firearms portraying the history of small arms development.
CITY:Rock Island
This complex includes softball diamonds, three junior soccer fields, three full-sized fields and concessions.
CITY:Rock Island
This golf course is a stunning example of a golf course designed from the early part of the 20th century. Saukie was built in 1927 (opened in 1928) and designed by Thomas Bendelow. This public course is considered to be an "executive length" course and is a classic example of a short course that will challenge every golfer. Tee times available 6 a.m to 6 p.m.
CITY:Rock Island
Located along the Mississippi River in the downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District, this park offers spectacular views of the Mississippi River, an open-air stage, interactive fountain, observation shelter, waterfront promenade, bike trail and digital playgrounds (the first installation of its kind in the Midwest). The park is also available for rental for weddings, receptions and special events.
CITY:Rock Island
Scottish Rite Cathedral is on the former site of the Stillman Wheelock mansion, this Gothic Revival style cathedral was built in 1930.
Ski Snowstar Winter Sports Park
Minutes from the Quad Cities. Easy access from I-80, I-74 and I-280. Enjoy skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ski lifts, restaurant and complete ski and board rentals. Skiing available every night. Features 100% snow-making equipment as well. Great winter fun for the entire family!.
Stop in …enjoy whimsical paper mache sculptures and hand colored prints by David Smith; resident artist and art teacher. Explore our ever-growing selection of diverse artwork by innovative Midwest artists. We offer art classes for children, adults, and private groups. We are also available for social gatherings, meetings, and birthday parties. Our goal is to be a gathering place for the community and visitors, so that visual arts might enrich everyone's life.
If you love it, we've got it! Over 130 specialty stores, five department stores, two sit-down restaurants and a 500-seat food fair. There is something for everyone at South Park Mall!
Enjoy indoor shopping throughout the year at SouthPark Mall. This mall features some 200 stores that include larger department stores like Dillards, VonMaur, and Yonkers. Specialty and gift shops, well-known clothing stores, and large food court make this a great place to shop.
The community spirit of Alpha shines bright and brings residents and visitors together to enjoy their lighted parade and festive food. Parade begins at dusk.
Homemade soups, daily specials, and freshly baked goods are just a few of the reasons to give this locally-owned stop a try.
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
The Northwoods theme runs through this 140 room, 10,000 sq.ft. of meeting space hotel. A walk-through lobby & glass elevator greet each guest. The Wilderness Park indoor/outdoor pool area is a great place to relax. Suites are available with hot tubs & fireplaces! Internet access & meeting space is available for the business traveler & meeting planner. An atmosphere that is uniquely different. This is a very family-friendly hotel property and close to attractions including the John Deere Pavilion, John Deere Store, Celebration Belle Riverboat, Channel Cat Water Taxi, shopping, dining and nightlife. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle airport shuttle service, High-speed wireless internet access, and complimentary hot breakfast. The hotel property is located conveniently right off Interstate 74.
German Restaurant with a large German menu and beer selection. Enjoy the outdoor Beer Garden and live music on weekends.
The Original Huckleberry's Great Pizza and Calzones
A fun, casual Italian restaurant featuring good pizza, pasta and calzones in the heart of the District.
CITY:Rock Island
Enjoy comedians, big bands, burlesque, drag shows, and more at the Speakeasy. This intimate club offers live performances throughout the year to fit a variety of tastes. The Speakeasy features a bar, simple menu, and performance seating at small and large tables. To see what's coming up next at the Speakeasy visit http://circa21.com/speakeasy.asp
CITY:Rock Island
Enjoy this intimate theatre featuring live music, comedy and more. Located right next door to the Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, the Speakeasy is the newest edition to the Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District. Open Thursday through Saturday, check the website for upcoming event schedule.
CITY:Rock Island
Large mature trees covering 50 acres surrounds a 5 acre lake for you to unwind in nature's glory. Activities for all ages - swim, fish, play horseshoes, volleyball or swing at the playground. 30 and 50 amp sites all with water and electric hookup. Pull through and tent sites are available.
Coffee house with deli sandwiches, pastries, soups and light fare. Located in the heart of the Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District.
CITY:Rock Island
Prairie-style brick mansion, built by Hiram S. Cable, President of the Rock Island Railroad, circa 1912. Original country estate used as the summer home for the Cable family. Beautiful view. Central location on the hill in Rock Island, overlooking the Mississippi River Valley across from Long View Park. Enjoy the unique experience of an overnight stay in a private home. Special features include a 600 square foot parlor with gold concert harp, grand piano, chandeliers, and large wood-burning fireplace. A full breakfast of fruit, rolls, juice, and three entrees is served either in the Dining Room or on the deck, weather permitting.
CITY:Rock Island
Top O' the Morning Bed & Breakfast
1912 brick prairie style home of Rock Island Railroad President. On hill overlooking Mississippi River above downtown Rock Island. Three acres of wooded grounds.
CITY:Rock Island
"Torment at Twelve Hundred" the theatrical haunted attraction, continues its daunting saga of "Torment," exceeding the boundaries of fear, sending you on a walking path through dark winding tunnels, outdoor wooded trails, highly detailed buildings and more. One of the top 10 haunts in Illinois by USA Today. Not recommended for 12 years and younger. Open all weekends in October! Fridays & Saturdays: 7 pm – 12 am, Sundays 7 pm – 10 pm. General Admission $15.00
Tournament Players Club Deere Run - Quad Cities
The Midwest's premier semi-private golf facility - in a setting of mature hardwood trees, rolling hills, and the serene Rock River Valley. Designed to host the PGA Tour's John Deere Classic. A la carte & events dining, full service Golf Shop.
Built on the site of a former Arabian horse farm, this beautiful 18-hole, par 71 championship golf course stretches along wooded ravines on the Rock River. The course is home of the John Deere Classic, a PGA Tour event that draws top golf talent.
Watch and bet on telecast thoroughbred and harness racing from all over the United States. A restaurant and lounge offer daily drink and lunch specials.
CITY:East Moline
Trains, Planes and Automobiles
Geneseo's fastest growing event gets even better. Visit downtown on Saturday as the streets fill up with over 300 vintage cars from all eras, train engines, model trains, airplanes, food and festivities.
Come join us for a great day of golf, then relax in our lounge and have a cool refreshment and something to eat! Located at 9701 1/2 Illinois Highway 82 in Cambridge, IL. This is a 18 hole golf course.
Victorian home built in 1876 and added in 1905. The home has 20 rooms and 6 guest rooms. All of the rooms have private baths and 2 have working fireplaces.
CITY:Rock Island
Village Florist Gifts & Antiques
Beautiful hand-prepared floral arrangements are delightfully appealing. The selection of home decor and antiques will please any decorator or collector. Three floors of merchandise to select from. Stop in soon!
Antique store.
Village of Albany Historic Indian Mounds
View these historic Indian mounds located in Albany.
Gifts, gourmet items, children's books and classic toys.
Are you in need of a home away from home? Consider this lower level, one bedroom furnished apartment. Utilities, cable, laundry facilities, parking space, and private entrance are among the amenities included.
Kids will love this railroad themed aquatic center featuring a spiral slide, tube slide, water geysers and playful water features. Open during the summer months 7 days a week, Whitewater Junction is located inside the lovely Longview Park in Rock Island, Illinois.
CITY:Rock Island
Whitewater Junction - Aquatic Park
Whitewater Junction is a railroad-themed aquatic facility. Two water slides, spray toys, zero depth edge and shallow water play area.
CITY:Rock Island
Whitey's Ice Cream Stores - Quad Cities
Created in the Quad Cities, outstanding flavors of ice cream, malts, shakes of every kind, banana splits, sundaes. Squeeky clean Ice Cream Shops all done up in White and Red and the ice cream servers are dressed white uniforms with red and white caps.
Here you'll find restored and re-purposed furniture and other home decor finds. Re-purposing furniture and home decor with Mustard Seeds Milk Paint and American Paint Company products! Take time to smell the wonderful hand-poured, highly fragranced candles. Locally made goat milk soaps & lotion are the best! There is something for everyone in this locally owned boutique. Custom work and paint classes offered.


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#195073 - 12/16/10 08:43 AM Re: Pleonasm [Re: RonDavis]
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Today's quote, "Like a horny sightless woman on a blind date, she begins to knead her heavy friendship-ring-laden fingers into my face. 'Leptorrhine nose ... kumquat-headed ...'", contains a pleonasm.
#195084 - 12/16/10 12:25 PM Re: Pleonasm [Re: LadyReader]
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----please, draw me a sheep----
#195087 - 12/16/10 03:27 PM Re: Pleonasm [Re: LadyReader]
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Well spotted
#195100 - 12/16/10 09:46 PM Re: Pleonasm [Re: olly]
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Originally Posted By: ollyWell spotted
Dunno. Leptorhine is an adjective and lepto- is a combining form. You can't really say "Like a horny sightless woman on a blind date, she begins to knead her heavy friendship-ring-laden fingers into my face. 'Leptorrhine ... kumquat-headed ...'" or "... friendship-ring-laden fingers into my face. 'Lepto nose ... kumquat-headed ...'"
As for instances of ATM without the machine or PIN without the number, sure you'll run into those in the wild. They don't make ATM machine or PIN number wrong even if context makes it clear what you're talking about without the machine or number. Even with context there can be confusion.
Teller at the bank, helping a confused customer with his ATM card: "Do you have your PIN?"
Customer: "Yes ma'am. Rat cheer in mah pocket. It's a BIC."
#195102 - 12/16/10 11:42 PM Re: Pleonasm [Re: Faldage]
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Rat Ahem. That should be raht. Rat is pronounced ray-ut.
#195108 - 12/17/10 06:09 AM Re: Pleonasm [Re: Jackie]
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I'm spelling using SWE conventions. If I'd meant it to be pronounced ray-ut I'd've spelled it ray-ut.
#195112 - 12/17/10 09:54 AM Re: Pleonasm [Re: Faldage]
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and if I'd've meant PIN to be pronounced 'pen'.. well, I didn't, because it's just not, here.
#195119 - 12/17/10 07:55 PM Re: Pleonasm [Re: RonDavis]
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The argument that there's other ways of saying it without confusion so the way you're saying it is wrong is a non-starter. There's always other ways of saying it.
#195128 - 12/18/10 09:22 AM Re: grammaticasters of the whirled peace untie [Re: RonDavis]
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Nobody has said yet what exactly is wrong with redundancy. It seems useful to me. Sometimes its inflectional concord between words (which is a requirement of some languages and its absence would signal a grammatical error); sometimes it's for rhetorical effect (and we're all for that where and when appropriate); sometimes it's to avoid ambiguity (which seems a good thing, too); and sometimes it's something which annoys a select group of speakers (who usually seem wrong about other aspects of language, so I'd say it's something to do with them and not the language).._________________________
Ceci n'est pas un seing.
#195133 - 12/18/10 09:34 PM Re: grammaticasters of the whirled peace untie [Re: zmjezhd]
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This subject came up in the context of pilotless drones back almost 4 years ago on Language Log. They do a pretty good job of discussing the nature of modification.
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Hoarding sisters admit cat cruelty charges
Three sisters from North Clarendon who hoarded 51 cats that had to be euthanized pleaded guilty Wednesday to charges of animal cruelty.
Caroline, Eileen and Linda Generess each received a four-year deferred sentence after pleading guilty in Rutland criminal court to two misdemeanor counts of cruelty to animals.
As part of their plea agreements, the Generess sisters were ordered to jointly pay $6,000 to the Rutland County Humane Society, which took in the animals after they were removed from the sisters home on Pink Rock Lane in August.
Our feeling is, we are satisfied, said Gretchen Goodman, the societys executive director. I dont want to say happy, because its not a happy case, but we are satisfied.
Eileen and Linda Generess have a history of keeping too many cats. In 2008, the Clarendon Select Board issued them a directive to collar and tag their cats or risk losing them. The directive followed complaints from neighbors of the large number of cats roaming the neighborhood.
In August, a deputy with the Rutland County Sheriffs Department inspected the Generess home after a call from Roxanne Phelps, Clarendons health officer. The deputys affidavit described the conditions of the home.
As I entered the residence, the smell of ammonia was almost unbearable, wrote Deputy Milicia Lynds. My eyes were watering and it burned my nose to breathe the air.
In August, the Generess sisters each pleaded innocent to 10 counts of animal cruelty, stemming from 10 cats that had to be euthanized for being so gravely ill and in such pain. However, all 51 cats were eventually put down, Goodman said.
None of the animals could be put up for adoption because all of them were exposed to feline leukemia and (feline immunodeficiency virus), she said.
This is one of the hardest cases Ive worked on, Goodman added. It was a good resolution to the case, one of the best resolutions Ive seen.
In addition to the deferred sentence and the restitution payments to the Rutland County Humane Society, the plea agreements require the Generess sisters to undergo treatment for hoarding disorders.
Goodman thanked Lynds, Joanne Borbeau of the U.S. Humane Society, veterinarians Janet Carini and Peggy Larson, and Deputy States Attorney Rosemary Kennedy for their work on the case.
Donations to the Rutland County Humane Society can be made by calling 483-9171 or sending Goodman an email at email@example.com.
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