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Debates of June 12th, 1998
House of Commons Hansard #121 of the 36th Parliament, 1st Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was agreed.
- Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation And Safety Board Act
- National Parks Act
- Small Business
- Bill C-397
- The Environment
- Research And Development
- Minister Of Foreign Affairs
- Government Spending
- R-2000 Program
- Abitibi
- Canadian Centre For Emergency Preparedness
- The Senate
- Firefighters
- Chiapas
- House Of Commons
- Youth Unemployment
- Accueil Bonneau
- Liberal Party
- National Defence
- Canada Information Office
- The Atlantic Groundfish Strategy
- The Economy
- National Defence
- Atlantic Groundfish Strategy
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Contraband Tobacco
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- Scrapie
- Foreign Affairs
- Fisheries
- Employment Insurance
- Mexico
- Year 2000 Problem
- Youth Employment
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Housing Construction In Nunavik
- Aboriginal Affairs
- Postal Service
- The Senate
- Jean-Lesage Airport In Sainte-Foy
- Atlantic Groundfish Strategy
- Individual Member's Expenditures
- Government Response To Petitions
- Committees Of The House
- Federal Law-Civil Law Harmonization Act, No. 1
- Criminal Code
- Bank Act
- President Of The Republic Of South Africa
- Petitions
- Questions On The Order Paper
- Business Of The House
- Committees Of The House
- National Parks Act
- Committees Of The House
- National Parks Act
- Business Of The House
The Environment
Statements By Members
11 a.m.
Charles Caccia Davenport, ON
Mr. Speaker, the Ontario environment ministry is allowing dombind to be spread on country roads, a practice that has dangerous consequences.
Testing has shown a dramatic rise in dioxin levels on rural roads treated with dombind, a thick, sticky material made from pulp and paper waste.
It contains toxic substances, including dioxins, which are harmful to aquatic life, soil organisms, cattle and humans.
The Ontario government has issued a licence allowing dombind to be sprayed until next December. The licence to use dombind, otherwise known as the black liquor, should be revoked because of its potential harm to drinking water and the ecosystem.
Research And Development
Statements By Members
11 a.m.
Andrew Telegdi Kitchener—Waterloo, ON
Mr. Speaker, the University of Waterloo and the consortium Watpark recently announced progress in the development of a 200 acre world-class research and technology park on campus.
Companies such as IBM Canada Ltd. and the Evergreen Foundation are participating in this consortium. This high tech park will encourage the creation or relocation of research-based companies, provide attractive employment opportunities in the high tech sector for co-op students and graduates and produce long term financial benefits that will help the university to enhance the quality and relevance of its programs.
I applaud this private and academic sector partnership for its initiatives that will be of great benefit to the Waterloo region, Ontario and Canada.
I also congratulate this Liberal government, the Ministers of Finance and Industry and the Secretary of State for Science, Research and Development for their support of the R and D sector.
Minister Of Foreign Affairs
Statements By Members
11 a.m.
Jean Augustine Etobicoke—Lakeshore, ON
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate an outstanding parliamentarian on his 25th year in public life.
Over these 25 years, Canadians have watched his move from a scholar to a politician dedicated to championing issues of social justice.
His commitment in this area is exemplified by his leadership role on the land mines treaty and his fierce determination to protect children from all types of abuses, including those which are a consequence of war and labour exploitation.
Lloyd Axworthy's understanding of public service for the common good is one of the many reasons for the longevity of his career.
I commend him for his dedication to and appreciation of public life, for his work in the House of Commons and on behalf of his constituents.
I call on my colleagues to join me in congratulating the hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs. Congratulations, Mr. Minister.
Minister Of Foreign Affairs
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
The Deputy Speaker
I must caution the hon. member not to refer to hon. members by name, but by their title.
Government Spending
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Lee Morrison Cypress Hills—Grasslands, SK
Mr. Speaker, the Minister of Health would have us believe that there are no funds available to compensate hepatitis C victims, but in his previous portfolio he had no difficulty committing the government to a loopy firearms registration scheme that will cost hundreds of millions of dollars for no discernible benefit, a scheme that has already cost far more than his initial estimate with nothing yet to show for it.
There are no funds for victims of governmental ineptitude and hundreds of millions available for useless and repressive bureaucratic exercises.
The chairman of the Toronto police services board reported a 40% drop in the criminal use of firearms in the last four years. Just as this government continues to ignore the indignation of rural people, it is ignoring the fact that firearms are not a problem in our largest city.
Priorities, boys and girls. Priorities.
R-2000 Program
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Roy Cullen Etobicoke North, ON
Mr. Speaker, an hon. member stood in the House last week and blamed the federal government's National Building Code and its R-2000 program for the so-called leaky condo crisis in British Columbia.
The R-2000 program is not to blame. There is absolutely no evidence to indicate that the use of air vapour barriers is a problem in the lower mainland or elsewhere in Canada. There have been no wall failures reported in R-2000 certified buildings in British Columbia.
The R-2000 program provides a basis for the design and construction of new homes which are more energy efficient. All R-2000 homes must comply with local and provincial building codes. CMHC, NRC, key stakeholders and the B.C. community are working together to come up with appropriate technical solutions that can be applied to repairs of affected buildings.
I am pleased also to inform the House that, based on research done by NRCan scientists, new seismic hazard information will become part of the year 2000 national building code.
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Pierre Brien Témiscamingue, QC
Mr. Speaker, I would like to point out that tomorrow is the 100th anniversary of Abitibi's annexation to Quebec.
On June 13, 1898, the area around Abitibi, which had belonged to the Northwest Territories, joined Quebec following 25 years of discussions between the governments of Canada and Quebec.
An organizing committee under the aegis of the Abitibi-Témiscamingue cultural committee is co-ordinating an impressive number of commemorative and other activities, which will be taking place throughout the summer and continue until next winter. In addition, the committee plans to organize a conference in the fall on Abitibi's annexation to Quebec.
I congratulate the Abitibi-Témiscamingue cultural committee on this venture and I would like to point out that the people of Abitibi and my region are proud to belong to Quebec now and for always.
Happy celebrations.
Canadian Centre For Emergency Preparedness
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Beth Phinney Hamilton Mountain, ON
Mr. Speaker, on Monday the Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness will be hosting its eighth annual world conference on disaster management in Hamilton.
Every year leaders in the field of emergency response examine lessons learned from the past year's worse natural and man-made disasters.
This year's conference features the eastern Ontario and Quebec ice storms, the Alberta fires and the Red River flood.
Emergency Preparedness Canada administers the joint emergency preparedness program and the disaster financial assistance arrangements program on behalf of the federal government.
This Liberal government has given tremendous support to ice storm victims and to those affected by the Alberta fires and the Red River flood victims. This emergency preparedness program is simply another way the Liberal government is helping Canadians in time of need.
The Senate
Statements By Members
11:05 a.m.
Derrek Konrad Prince Albert, SK
Mr. Speaker, we have now been working together in this House since September and I must say it has been a pleasure working with everyone here over this period of time.
But as I say this on what appears to be our last day in this House before a three month recess, still nothing has been done about Senate reform. The Reform Party has remained committed to the idea of a triple E Senate and will continue to push for Senate reform.
The Prime Minister said that he is in favour of Senate reform, but yet just last night he snuck in five new senators. Shame. A whole session has gone by and still the Prime Minister has done nothing on the matter.
The vast majority of Canadians want Senate reform and want to be able to have a say in who represents them in the upper chamber, no matter how popular they may be. Canadians must have a voice.
Mr. Speaker, I think you will agree that it is time for the government to start listening to Canadians and to get real.
The Senate
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Steve Mahoney Mississauga West, ON
Mr. Speaker, yesterday parliament welcomed its newest left winger, the hon. "big M" Frank Mahovlich.
Over an illustrious career, Frank Mahovlich scored 626 goals, was selected to nine all-star teams and was on 6 Stanley Cup winners. He has been a hockey hero in the two historic hotbeds of the Canadian game: Toronto and Montreal.
He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1981, Canada's Sports Hall of Fame in 1990 and received the Order of Canada in 1994.
He has the kind of talent we need here in Ottawa: someone who knows how to stick handle, how to win in the corners and how to finish the play.
Indeed, we would put our "big M" up against the official opposition's "little M", Preston Manning, any day of the week.
The Senate
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
The Deputy Speaker
If hon. members could restrain themselves somewhat, it would be easier for the Chair to hear breaches of order that are committed by members such as the hon. member who just mentioned a member of this House by name. I urge all hon. members to comply with the rules and only mention the title of the member or the constituency name, rather than the name of the member.
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Rick Laliberte Churchill River, SK
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to thousands of men and women across northern Canada who are fighting forest fires. All Canadians owe a great debt of gratitude for their courage, discipline and resourcefulness.
In Churchill River hundreds are fighting fires in northwestern Saskatchewan communities such as Île-à-la Crosse, Buffalo Narrows and La Loche. In northern Alberta they protected Swan Hills. In the Yukon they are fighting fires around Haines Junction and Whitehorse.
The federal government should recognize the valuable resources available across Canada to meet the challenges of natural disasters. As a nation we have faced many tragedies, like the Manitoba flood and the ice storms of 1998. These disasters could be addressed by the firefighters of northern Canada.
Today I extend thanks to all the firefighters in northern Canada for protecting our communities.
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Maud Debien Laval East, QC
Mr. Speaker, we were distressed to learn of the resignation of Mgr. Samuel Ruiz as the head of the national mediation commission in Chiapas.
With 40 years' service to the Indian communities in Chiapas, the Bishop of San Cristobal was acting as mediator between the Zapatistas and the Mexican authorities. His departure and that of all the members of the commission heighten fears of further military intervention in Chiapas.
The pressure, insults, attacks and criticism from as high up as President Zedillo sabotage every effort by Mgr. Ruiz to bring peace.
We regret the departure of this man of peace, especially since we heard reports this morning of a number of deaths in Mexico.
We hope that the Government of Mexico will express its intention to reach a negotiated solution in stronger terms. According to the recommendations of the Mexican national human rights commission, relocating the military would be a first step.
House Of Commons
Statements By Members
11:10 a.m.
Peter Adams Peterborough, ON
Mr. Speaker, this has been a successful year for parliament. We introduced 56 government bills into the 36th Parliament, compared with 45 in the last year of the previous parliament and we did this in a much more complex political environment in the House of Commons.
Bills passed by the House of Commons since February include the 1998 budget legislation which established the Canadian Millennium Scholarship Foundation, amendments to the Canadian Wheat Board Act and the Canada Labour Code, and legislation to create a new parks agency. These issues were complex and controversial and involved intensive work by MPs on the floor of the House and in committee.
We succeeded in moving forward on a large and difficult agenda because of the hard work of members of parliament, improved planning by the House leaders and better co-ordination between the House and the Senate.
Youth Unemployment
Statements By Members
June 12th, 1998 / 11:10 a.m.
Progressive Conservative
Gilles Bernier Tobique—Mactaquac, NB
Mr. Speaker, according to figures provided by human resources development, the minister has cut funding for summer career placements in New Brunswick by over $300,000 from last year.
On Wednesday the minister mistakenly suggested that the funds were cut because the unemployment rate for youth has dropped in New Brunswick. The minister needs to check his facts. His department's own numbers show that youth unemployment in New Brunswick is up 2% from last year to 21%.
Finding a summer job is the only way many New Brunswick students can afford to pay for the skyrocketing costs of education. Many small businesses, non-profit organizations and municipalities can only hire students with the help of government programs. Unfortunately, because of the minister's cuts to summer job programs there are students across New Brunswick who will not be able to continue their education this fall.
Last year the Liberal Party lost two-thirds of its seats in Atlantic Canada and it seems to me it has learned nothing.


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Come in from the cold and see some art: Free gallery admission January 10–February 7.
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Art for Eat's Sake
Joseph Hart
Aug 2013
"Art farmers"—from Matthew Moore and Fritz Haeg to Futurefarmers—have been turning their focus to food, writes Joseph Hart. Offering critiques of industrialized food, they're also engaged in the search for solutions. Whether by demonstrating more holistic techniques and sources of food production or by exploring new forms of community interaction, they're helping to define a new day for agriculture.
Animating Space: On the Sculpture Garden
Martin Friedman
Jul 2013
With an apprehensive glance, Oldenburg slowly removed the layers of Kleenex to reveal a captivating object: a spoon, whose bowl rested on an island in a small pond and contained a rubicund cherry.
Campsick: Julian Bleecker Reports from Alec Soth's Camp for Socially Awkward Storytellers
Julian Bleecker
Jul 2013
Julian Bleecker is campsick these days. "It's like homesick, but for camp," he explains. In mid-July, the photographer and futurist took part in the Camp for Socially Awkward Storytellers, hosted by Alec Soth and his team at Little Brown Mushroom. With 14 other artists, he traveled the Twin Cities in an RV—from Soth's St. Paul studio to a "contested forest" and beyond—in search of stories to share.
The Artist Constructs Himself
Verónica Gerber Bicecci
Jun 2013
"The artist builds himself and unmakes himself piece by piece; he self-constructs, as if he were a wall where cement is always wet and bricks can be shifted." Linking her studies with Abraham Cruzvillegas to her grandfather's unfinished house, left behind when the family fled Argentina's dictatorship, Verónica Gerber Bicecci muses on paradigms that allow us to "start anew, because nothing is finished."
Archive as Method
May 2013
Based in Hong Kong, Asia Art Archive has since 2000 sought to "facilitate understanding, research, and writing in the field, enrich existing global narratives, and re-imagine the role of the archive." Concluding its #OpenCurating series on contemporary art and new technology, Barcelona's Latitudes talks with Chantal Wong, Hammad Nasar, and Lydia Ngai about AAA's work archiving art for Asia and the world.
Growing a Garden
May 2013
"The public took to it instantly," says Martin Friedman, Walker director emeritus, on the 1988 opening of the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. "Everyone had a comment, everyone had something to say. They took ownership right away because it was a public space to begin with." Now, 25 years and 8 million visitors later, we check back in with Friedman and others who were there when this beloved park was born.

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About the Author: Ruth Bennett serves as an Editor and Community Manager at DipNote.
As the new year began, DipNote asked several different offices to review for our readers what they thought were the highlights of 2010 and what their plans were for 2011. The result was a number of thoughtful and engaging posts, so when DipNote managing editor Luke Forgerson suggested we apply the concept to our own office, and cap off these "year in review" blog posts with an entry about our own top ten personal favorite blog posts from 2010, I thought "why not?" To be honest, I also thought "how easy!" since I was pretty sure I could easily rattle off a quick list of my favorites without a second thought.
And indeed, I could. Except there were many more than ten. And, as I read back over the past year's blog, that list grew...and grew. Here, then, in no particular order, are some of my favorite DipNote stories from 2010:
• What I Saw in Haiti, February 4
• U.S. Embassy Port-au-Prince Officer Recalls Memories of Haiti Quake, July 12
These two entries filter a large-scale catastrophe through a very personal lens. I chose them because they don't flinch from the chaotic reality and emotional challenges of disaster response, and because they provide the kind of window into a situation that few news stories can. (If reading Paul Mayer's affecting essay "What I Saw in Haiti" makes you want to help, by the way, click here.)
• From Hidden Crimes to Hopeful Lives: Shelter Visit Sheds Light on Human Trafficking in Kazakhstan, July 22
In nine short paragraphs, author Anna Whittington takes you with her to Kazakhstan, sketches the complexities of fighting human trafficking in this Central Asian nation, and then places all of it within the global context. I included this one for its deft integration of all these different levels -- and also because this is an issue that needs to be highlighted wherever possible. (For comprehensive information and resources about trafficking in persons, click here.)
• A Moment of Acceptance, May 4
DipNote is global, and what appears on it is often sweeping in scope: a plan; a program; an event of transnational significance. But the State Department's work is carried out by individuals, and those individuals' days are often made up of the kind of small and quiet achievements Kathy Gunderman describes -- important victories that are no less sweet for their scale.
• Three Games in Three Days, June 15
I'm not even a sports fan, but author Sharon Hudson-Dean made me wish I'd attended the World Cup -- and then described it so that I felt like I had. (To re-live some of the fun, click here.)
• Supporting American Jobs, September 6
• Twenty-Eight Yeses, April 20
• International Scams: Avoid Being Fooled, April 1
Three substantive entries, each notable in its own way: I chose "Supporting American Jobs," because I think it's among the best examples on DipNote of a policy piece that provides both depth and clarity. Similarly for "Twenty-Eight Yeses": anyone who can delve into the most granular pre-Summit language negotiations, explain why it matters, and make me want to read more is pretty much assured of my vote. I chose "International Scams" both because it addresses a real need -- it's a topic that comes up regularly on our Facebook page as well as in the American Citizen Services sections of U.S. embassies worldwide -- and also because of the wealth of information it provides. Anyone with an internet connection is at risk from these scams, so, if you missed it, a few minutes spent reading Michelle Bernier-Toth's article is a smart investment in learning how to protect yourself.
I'll admit, I'm playing a little fast and loose with the "favorite ten" concept with this one. The blog written by the U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand first came to my attention with his account of the Christchurch earthquake, in "Kia Kaha, Canterbury," on September 10th. I became a regular reader, and a fan. As a DipNote editor, I have mixed feelings about directing our readers to a different blog, but this informal, highly descriptive, and engrossing account of Ambassador Huebner's experiences -- which also happens to feature some terrific photos -- really shouldn't be missed. Read him -- and DipNote.
• Zambians Join U.S. Embassy Lusaka to Celebrate America's National Day, July 3, paired with U.S. Embassy Bogota: Former U.S. Hostages Participate in July 4th Festivities, July 3
I'm citing these as a pair, so I'm sure that doesn't violate the the "favorite ten" rule... I really like DipNote's holiday entries. The July 4th series, in particular, is a great way to view a kaleidoscopic assortment of customs and cultures all lending their interpretations to a single shared day. This year, I was struck by the juxtaposition of the Crackerjacks, trash talk, and rowdy cheers of the Zambian frolic-and-sports-melee with the solemn tension of the moment in Colombia's July 4th in which two Americans, former FARC hostages, got their first look in two years at the helicopter that rescued them. Each of these blog posts is compelling on its own. Considered together, they ought to be contradictory. To my mind, they aren't: they show the breadth and diversity of American diplomacy being carried out around the world.
...And that's my list of favorite eleven --er, ten -- entries from 2010. So, how about it, DipNote readers: which ones -- whether in this collection or not -- were yours?
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I really enjoyed the World Cup entries. I wish I had attended the games, too!
I can't find them now, but the postings about the Iraqi women painters were some of my favorites.
I also appreciated Maria Otero's postings on water issues. This important topic is under-reported by the MSM, so I was glad to see the coverage.


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Mark Bernard Russi, MD, MPH
Professor of Medicine (Occupational Medicine) and of Epidemiology (Environmental Health); Director, Occupational Health Services, Yale-New Haven Hospital
Research Interests
Environmental Health; Occupational Medicine; Occupational Health; Workplace
Research Organizations
Internal Medicine: General Internal Medicine | Occupational & Environmental Medicine
Research Summary
My research activities as a clinician and educator in occupational and environmental medicine have revolved largely around workplace exposures and occupational illnesses of healthcare workers. In particular I have sought to apply a scholarly approach to developing national guidance for healthcare worker safety, and to teaching medical center-based occupational health practice. Leadership in this endeavor has been fostered by my work with the CDC which straddles an interface of medical center occupational health and infection control. In addition, I have pursued a separate and secondary agenda addressing cancers associated with occupational and environmental exposures.
Specialized Terms: Occupational and environmental epidemiology; Infectious disease epidemiology; Healthcare workers' health issues
Extensive Research Description
- Development of Healthcare Worker Vaccination Guideline, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Development of Infection Control Guideline for Healthcare Personnel, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Use of active surveillance tool to estimate bloodborne pathogen incidence at a large academic medical center.
Selected Publications
- Russi M: Biologic Hazards. In: Occupational Health. B Levy, D Wegman (eds) Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Philadelphia PA (in press).
- Russi M, Medical Center Occupational Health Section. ACOEM Guidance Statement: HIV and AIDS in the Workplace. Medical Center Occupational Health Section. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 51(2):243-250, 2009.
- Russi MB, Borak JB, Cullen MR. An examination of cancer epidemiology studies among populations living close to toxic waste sites. Environmental Health 2008,7:32.
- Russi M. Evidence-based concensus statement of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine addressing pertussis vaccination of healthcare workers. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 200749(6):700-702.
- Friedman L, Nash E, Bryant J, Henry S, Shi J, D'Amato J, Khaled G, Russi M, O'Connor P, Edberg S, Pisani M, Cain H, Tanoue L, Weissman D. High rate of negative results of tuberculin and quantiferon tests among individuals with a history of positive skin test results. Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 200627:436-441.
- Vegso S, Cantley L, Slade M, Taiwo O, Sircar K, Rabinowitz P, Fiellin M, Russi M, Cullen M. Extended work hours and risk of acute occupational injury: A case-crossover study of workers in manufacturing. American Journal of Industrial Medicine 200750:597-603.
- Russi M, Howarth, M: Occupational exposures and illnesses of healthcare workers. In: Textbook of Clinical Occupational and Environmental Medicine, L Rosenstock, M Cullen, (eds) W.A.Saunders, Philadelphia, PA. pp 245-262, 2005.
- Russi M, Buitrago M, Goulet J, Calello D, Perlotto J, van Rhijn D, Nash E, Friedland G, Hierholzer W: Antiretroviral prophylaxis of health care workers at two urban medical centers. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2000. 42:1092-1100.


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Here's how RW members rated this race in the past (85 votes).
In short: My club race, but objectively well organisedIn full: Organisation was smooth, wheather glorious and I like finishing on a running track (makes the extra sprint so much easier!). My club race (I am a new member), so that you know my judgement could be a bit partial. Still, it's a very friendly, enjoyable and well run race at 'tube distance' in London... worth the trip!Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: Well organised, flat but not too scenicIn full: Everything seem to go smoothly, so well done to the organisers. The start was a bit too condensed due to numerous parked cars and I was forced to stop soon after the start due to a car trying to drive through the throng of runners! Very flat course but not one for those after nice scenery (but was probably the best Perivale has to offer). Would have liked a momento of some sort. Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: Well organised event that runs smoothlyIn full: First time running this and it was well worth entering. Smoothly organised and well marshalled with clear instructions and encouragement. The finish was exciting (even without the hurdles!)and it made up for the sections along pavements. Thank you to the organisers and all involved. Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: Loved it. Marshalls great and a lovely day. Thanks everyone.Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: The race could have been arranged better.In full: The mileage indicators were all jumbled up after the half mile. But otherwise, good decent run. I would consider running again!Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: Well organised generally, encouraging marshalls, high % of club runnersIn full: This is a good opportunity to vary your normal distance and maybe push yourself a little as it is very flat. The start was a little chaotic due to parked (and some moving) cars. The scenery is mostly uninspiring urban interspersed with a short, more uplifting parkland section and the last mile ending on the track is an opportunity to dig out a sprint finish if you've got the legs. Would be nice to have a lasting memento rather than consumable items. Everyone involved in the organisation of the event was very friendly and thanks to them all for this.Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: Cold but sunnyIn full: A flat race, well marshalled with good PB potential. The weather was fine but very cold with ice everywhere but surprisingly it wasn't too bad underfoot even at a couple of the sharp turns. Overall a good race which I'll be back for next year if my racing calendar allows.Date of review: December 7, 2008
In short: Very well organised by EailingIn full: Thought the marshals were great espeially in the rather miserable weather. I think this would be a very quick race in better conditions.Date of review: December 13, 2007
In short: Atrocious weather but excellent friendly, helpful marshalsDate of review: December 10, 2007
In short: Really nice event with improved course.In full: Second year doing this race. Liked the new course, which reduces the section along the A40, missing out the subway dip, and finishing with a nice lap of the running track.Improved my time too, despite dropping my locker key and having to run back to pick it up...Marshals were great, bravely standing out there in the pouring rain and still shouting encouragement!Many thanks to Fiona and all at ESM for putting on the best local race.Date of review: December 10, 2007
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The region of Puglia, the block heel of the great peninsular thigh boot that is Italy, has served as a meeting point of cultures for millennia. Successive waves of Greeks, Carthaginians, Lombards, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Spaniards, Ottomans, and Venetians have, at various points and with varying degrees of success, attempted to invade, annex, or colonize this sleepy province. And to that great influx of foreign visitors we can now add the considerably more benign—if no less energetic—figures of London-based fashion designer Liza Bruce and her husband, artist Nicholas Alvis Vega.
Moroccan wood screens surround a veranda; the pillows are covered in ikats from Uzbekistan.
"It helps to get away from the fashion world from time to time," says Bruce, a fast-talking Manhattanite known for her exuberant beachwear designs. And the southern reaches of Puglia, around the city of Lecce, certainly fits the bill—it's a three-hour flight from London but centuries away from the corporate bustle of the north or the legions of British expats who have colonized Tuscany. When the couple first came here, about 15 years ago, it felt even more like a neglected spot, a place of pastoral simplicity and crumbling baroque grandeur. "Lecce was like a bizarre Fellini set, with wild dogs and unrestored, decaying palazzos," recalls Alvis Vega. (His curious surname is not so much double-barreled as twin-cylinder—tired of being incorrectly addressed as Mr. Bruce, years ago he forged a new identity by combining two vintage car models. "I thought I'd give myself a name they're not likely to forget," he explains.)
Liza Bruce and her husband, Nicholas Alvis Vega, on their property on the Adriatic coast in Puglia, Italy.
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Who are your aviation heroes? Who inspires you to push on with your flight training even though quitting sometimes seems like a very attractive option?
The women in this photo are four pilots from the Women's Airforce Service Pilots. The WASP, as they were called, were civilians trained during World War II to ferry military aircraft. These four–Frances Green, Margaret (Peg) Kirchner, Ann Waldner, and Blanche Osborn–are shown at Lockbourne Air Force Base in Ohio.
The WASP, collectively, helped me through some frustrating periods in my primary and instrument training. Each time I hit a stumbling block, I would reflect on those women and realize that if they could muscle around B-17s and B-26s, I should be able to handle something like a [insert maneuver here].
So who are your aviation inspirations? Which person or people gave you the inspiration and motivation to push on with your aviation goals? Please tell me in the Comments section, and I will blog your responses.–Jill W. Tallman


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A step or two off of the Red Line at Gallery Place-Chinatown takes sports fans and concertgoers to an escalator pulling them right up to the Verizon Center (formerly known as the MCI Center). Three other Metro stops -- Judiciary Square, Metro Center and Archives-Navy Memorial -- are only a short stroll away.
Events are normally scheduled to end before midnight to allow adequate time for patrons to take the Metro home. Metro service is extended when delays or overtime games occur. For more information about Metro service, call 202-637-7000 or check the Metro's Web site at http://rideguide.wmata.com/.
The best way to get to the Verizon Center is by Metro. If you must drive, parking will be an issue. While the Verizon Center's Web site optimistically announces that there are approximately 10,000 parking spaces available in the area, parking can still be difficult to find. Open from 7 a.m. to midnight daily, the Verizon Center's parking garage (which has 475 parking spaces and elevator access to the center) is located at Sixth and G streets NW. For more information about parking there, call 202-628-3200.
Area parking generally costs around $20 to $30 per event.
The arena's interior claims to seat up to 20,000, depending on the venue. Acoustically, the sound system works clearly, though some fans may find it muted in some spots. Throughout, sightlines -- even in the steep upper levels -- are excellent, although fans sitting that high up may find the somewhat constrictive seating reminding them of an airplane's coach section. That may not be the case for pricier seats at the lower levels. Just be careful standing up and cheering for that dunk, that goal, or that encore if you do have a nosebleed seat -- you may find yourself trying to regain balance on the narrow concrete walkways.
Game and event tickets are available at the Verizon Center box office inside the main entrance at 601 F St. NW; by phone at 202-397-7328 (202-661-5061 for group tickets); or online at http://www.ticketmaster.com. A service fee generally applies to phone and online sales. Children ages 3 and older must have a ticket to attend sporting events. Some non-sporting events may require a ticket for younger children. The box office is open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and during events. During events, tickets may also be purchased at booths located at the Seventh and G Street NW entrance.
Will Call tickets can be picked up any time the box office is open until the game's start time. You must present the credit card used to make the purchase and photo identification.
Those interested in renting executive suites or Acela Club seats for Washington Wizards games should call 202-661-5110 or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
Those in need of accessible seating should contact the Office of Accessible Seating/Services at 202-661-5065, 202-661-5066 (TTY) or e-mail firstname.lastname@example.com.
Security Issues
Bags, briefcases, luggage and similar items are not allowed inside the arena. Patrons carrying these items will be denied entry. Each patron is allowed to carry in one personal item no more than 13 inches long, 9 1/2 inches tall and six inches wide. These items are subject to search. Handheld cameras without a flash are the only cameras allowed for basketball and hockey games. Other events may have their own camera policies. Call ahead to find out.
Nearby Restaurants and Bars
You'll find plenty of places to eat in and around the Verizon Center. Inside the center itself are Nick and Stef's Steakhouse with mostly American-style food and the F Street Sports Bar.
You'll also find a variety of restaurants nearby. At the corner of Seventh and E streets, Jaleo is known for its Spanish tapas, sangria and energetic atmosphere. Families may enjoy the less expensive, Tex-Mex-style Austin Grill on E Street. Those in the mood for fine dining can try Eighth Street's Cafe Atlantico with its mix of Mexican, Latin American and Spanish cuisines. Across the street from Cafe Atlantico is the quieter pan-Asian diner and pastry shop Teaism.


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Debates of Nov. 4th, 2009
House of Commons Hansard #107 of the 40th Parliament, 2nd Session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was vaccine.
- Question Period
- Canada-Ukraine Parliamentary Program
- Health
- Robert Gagné
- Status of Women
- United States Ambassador to Canada
- The Environment
- Take Our Kids to Work Day
- Canada Post
- Employment Insurance
- Media Literacy Week
- Bloc Québécois
- Northern and Rural Canadians
- Firearms Registry
- Literary Awards
- Cape Breton Highlanders
- Canadian Olympic Athletes
- Health
- Employment Insurance
- Health
- Infrastructure
- Health
- The Environment
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Health
- VIA Rail
- Employment Insurance
- Government Advertising
- Government Policies
- Quebec City Armoury
- Citizenship and Immigration
- Product Safety
- Firearms Registry
- International Aid
- Agriculture and Agri-Food
- Sealing Industry
- Presence in Gallery
- Supplementary Estimates (B), 2009-10
- Public Accounts of Canada
- Individual Member's Expenditures
- Civil Aviation Safety
- Pacific Coast Albacore Tuna Vessels and Port Privileges
- Exploration and Use of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes
- Roméo LeBlanc
- Interparliamentary Delegations
- Points of Order
- Committees of the House
- Holiday Harmonization Act
- Statements by Ministers
- Petitions
- Questions on the Order Paper
- Motions for Papers
- Business of Supply
- Criminal Code
- Business of Supply
- Employment Insurance Act
- Made in Canada Act
- Business of the House
- First Nation Cadet Programs
2:05 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem, led by the hon. member for Halifax.
[Members sang the national anthem]
Canada-Ukraine Parliamentary Program
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Peter Goldring Edmonton East, AB
Mr. Speaker, I wish to recognize 25 youthful delegates from Ukraine who have visited with us during the past eight weeks. They are here, in members' offices, to gain valuable perspectives on Canada's most important democratic institution: the Parliament of Canada.
These young people, representing the Canada-Ukraine parliamentary program, embody the highest ideals of achievement and community service. These young people, like Roman Bits from my office, are the future leaders of Ukraine.
Canada and Ukraine are inextricably linked forever by prior migration. Fully one in thirty Canadians is of Ukrainian descent, as are my wife, daughters and granddaughters.
Ukraine holds a special place in the hearts of Canadians. Canada was the first country in the western world to accord diplomatic recognition in 1991 to an independent Ukraine.
As the young emissaries depart, we wish them well and say to them, Mnohaya lita.
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Irwin Cotler Mount Royal, QC
Mr. Speaker, the emergency debate on the H1N1 pandemic was necessary, but it was an emergency that should never have been, a debate that should never have been necessary, resulting from the government's own skewed priorities, mismanagement and confusion.
There were five concrete recommendations: one, restore the $400 million pandemic reserve from the 2006 budget to support additional medical staff for vaccinations and patient care; two, reinforce the underfunded and overextended public health system; three, support emergency planning to help local health authorities cope with large lineups, shortage of vaccines and needed health care workers; four, divert the $60 million being spent on partisan political advertising to a public awareness campaign; and five, put an end to diversionary constitutional babble that prevents the responsibility to protect from being implemented.
Robert Gagné
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Diane Bourgeois Terrebonne—Blainville, QC
Mr. Speaker, I want to pay tribute to Robert Gagné, a big-hearted man who has been giving of his time as a volunteer for 53 years.
Born into a modest family of five children, Mr. Gagné began volunteering at the age of 13. He is involved with a wide variety of organizations in both the sports community and the social sector. He provides support, comfort and a sympathetic ear to young people, seniors and people who are ill or in need.
A deputy grand Knight of Columbus in Terrebonne, he was a finalist four times at the prestigious Griffon d'Or gala. Recently, he was recognized as volunteer of the year by the Table des aînés de Lanaudière, which presented him with a medal.
Mr. Gagné, you are a great man. Your generosity does you credit, and the community of Terrebonne thanks you. My Bloc Québécois colleagues join me in extending our heartfelt congratulations to you.
Status of Women
Statements By Members
November 4th, 2009 / 2:05 p.m.
Irene Mathyssen London—Fanshawe, ON
Mr. Speaker, November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month and New Democrats are incredibly disheartened by the Conservative government's failure to address violence against women.
A year after the United Nations CEDAW report made recommendations that Canada do more to protect women from violence, we have seen little action. The report chastised the federal government for failing to fully investigate missing and murdered aboriginal women. It also called on the federal government to fully fund women's shelters and other support services and, finally, the report called on the federal government to further protect victims of domestic violence.
The women and children of this nation have the right to expect safety and security in their communities, and they have a right to expect the government to uphold that safety. Instead, the Conservatives have taken key steps to eradicate the voices of women in this country. They have stopped funding and have wiped out many organizations that lobbied and assisted women in the fight against violence against women.
This action has had a silencing effect on women's voices and has limited the ability of women to lobby for the adequate support—
Status of Women
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
The Speaker Peter Milliken
The hon. member for South Surrey—White Rock—Cloverdale.
United States Ambassador to Canada
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Russ Hiebert South Surrey—White Rock—Cloverdale, BC
Mr. Speaker, on October 2, Canadians were delighted to receive the new ambassador from the United States, David Jacobson.
As the representative of our nation's closest friend, ally and trading partner, Ambassador Jacobson embodies the hopes and dreams our two nations share for a bright North American future. Ambassador Jacobson has already been busy touring the country from coast to coast and, as we can read on his blog, he has already had some pretty incredible experiences in our great land.
As a co-chair of the all-party border caucus and as the member of Parliament for the busiest border crossing in western Canada, I look forward to working with Ambassador Jacobson on a variety of areas of mutual concern. In particular, I look forward to working with him on ways that we can improve the efficiency and security of our borders.
On behalf of all the members of the border caucus, I want to warmly welcome Ambassador David Jacobson to Canada.
The Environment
Statements By Members
2:05 p.m.
Keith Martin Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca, BC
Mr. Speaker, this Friday is the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflicts.
War poisons the air, water and land. It destroys governance and conservation efforts and leads to the exploitation of natural resources and the mass killing of species, driving them to extinction.
The world has a responsibility to protect but it does not have an obligation to act. We have a judicial mechanism but no enforcement mechanism. One of the great challenges we have is to establish that enforcement mechanism.
Canada and the Liberal government were leaders in the establishment of a responsibility to protect. The Conservative government has failed to lead on after that, to lead and develop a responsibility to protect. If we do not do it, the people and the environments in conflict will pay a fatal price. This we must not allow to occur.
Take Our Kids to Work Day
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Ted Menzies Macleod, AB
Mr. Speaker, each year on the first Wednesday of November, thousands of grade 9 students participate in Take Our Kids to Work Day.
Now in its 15th year, this program sponsored by The Learning Partnership sees approximately 250,000 students across Canada take part in a day-long job-shadowing experience. It connects young people to the world of work with the goal of giving them the opportunity to explore career options.
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of Take Our Kids to Work, The Learning Partnership along with Scotiabank launched a six-week national online photo contest. After tremendous response, a winner was chosen for the ultimate dream job photo contest.
With the dream of one day becoming a manga artist, a Japanese-inspired comic designer, a grade 9 student from Claresholm, Alberta, Chandler Blott won with over 4,000 votes. The prize was a two-day trip to Ottawa to meet our Prime Minister today. Chandler, who from the age of three has lived in a silent world, communicates through her creativity.
Please join me in thanking and congratulating my great-niece, Chandler Blott.
Canada Post
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Guy André Berthier—Maskinongé, QC
Mr. Speaker, municipal officials in the riding of Berthier—Maskinongé are worried about the future of their post office. I have received resolutions from Lanoraie, Yamachiche, Saint-Didace, Saint-Cuthbert, Saint-Étienne-des-Grès, Saint-Alexis-des-Monts, Maskinongé and Saint-Justin demanding that their post offices remain open.
As well, petitions are circulating in order to make the federal government aware that the people in these communities want to keep this essential service.
The minister responsible for Canada Post must confirm in no uncertain terms that the moratorium on closing post offices will be maintained and that fire, an expired lease or the retirement, illness or death of Canada Post staff will not be used to get around the moratorium.
The municipalities and the people of Quebec and Berthier—Maskinongé deserve an official commitment from the federal government.
Employment Insurance
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Larry Miller Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound, ON
Mr. Speaker, yesterday our Conservative government introduced legislation that will provide self-employed Canadians with access to EI special benefits so they no longer have to choose between their family and work responsibilities.
This bill will have a positive impact on the lives of 2.6 million self-employed Canadians who are so integral to our economy. But do not take it from me; listen to what Canadians are saying.
Richard Phillips from the Grain Growers of Canada applauded the initiative and said that for a lot of young farm families, this could be the difference between whether they stay on the farm or leave the farm.
Catherine Swift, president of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, said that the initiative would fill a "glaring gap" for people who run their own business, especially women.
And there are many more examples.
Canadians want to know whether the Liberal leader will continue to vote against hard-working Canadians or for once will do the right thing and work with this government to support Canadian families.
Media Literacy Week
Statements By Members
2:10 p.m.
Michael Savage Dartmouth—Cole Harbour, NS
Mr. Speaker, this is national Media Literacy Week.
Youth in Canada are extremely tech savvy and interact with media on a daily basis. Whether surfing the Internet, listening to music or playing video games, young people have an amazing ability to learn and use a variety of media platforms and connect with friends, family and people around the world.
However, Media Literacy Week seeks to remind us that despite how technology savvy they are, young people still require guidance and mentorship to develop the critical thinking skills they need to become responsible and engaged citizens as well as responsible media consumers.
Hosted by Media Awareness Network and the Canadian Teachers' Federation, Media Literacy Week encourages parents, educators and community leaders to integrate and practise media and digital literacy in their homes, schools and communities.
This year's theme, media literacy in the digital age, emphasizes the multiple literacy skills needed by today's youth for accessing, evaluating, creating and distributing digital media content.
I applaud the Media Awareness Network and the Canadian Teachers' Federation for their hard work in creating a dialogue about the ongoing challenges and opportunities that online media present for our young people.
Bloc Québécois
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Jacques Gourde Lotbinière—Chutes-de-la-Chaudière, QC
Mr. Speaker, Bill C-50 aims to extend access to employment insurance by 5 to 20 weeks for long-tenured workers.
This fourth measure follows the assistance announced by our government a few months ago to help the unemployed. It offers financial assistance directly to workers while they look for new jobs.
Just yesterday in the House, the Bloc decided to keep its promise of "No, no, no" and it did not support Bill C-50, just as it has not supported any of our government's good initiatives.
The Bloc is failing in its commitment to properly represent the people of its ridings. It is abandoning all Quebec workers when it obstructs the work of the House.
This time, the Bloc is clearly abandoning workers in the manufacturing and forestry sectors who desperately need help. I am talking about people who have worked hard and contributed to the employment insurance plan for years, who are now unemployed and have families to take care of and bills to pay.
Our Conservative government is taking action to help the workers hit the hardest by the global economic crisis. Quebeckers and Canadians can be sure that we have the interests of their families at heart.
Northern and Rural Canadians
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Niki Ashton Churchill, MB
Mr. Speaker, northern and rural Canadians deserve real support. They are worried about their livelihoods and their communities. They are concerned about essential services that could be taken away.
Many people across northern Manitoba, in Flin Flon, The Pas, Cross Lake, Leaf Rapids, Lynn Lake and other communities are concerned about losing their postal service and are saying no to reductions and privatization of Canada Post services.
They are concerned about the health care in their communities and the real shortage of doctors.
They are asking for affordable housing and they are asking for support for the industries which they support through their work; support for family farms and rural infrastructure; support for miners and forestry workers when it comes to putting a stop to foreign buyouts and agreements that sell our jobs; and support to fishers who, as seasonal workers, ask for supportive legislation in the area of EI and pensions.
The NDP stands proudly for northern and rural Canadians. We fight for people in our regions. While the Conservatives pay lip service, we fight for the justice and the services we all deserve.
Firearms Registry
Statements By Members
2:15 p.m.
Candice Bergen Portage—Lisgar, MB
Mr. Speaker, today, members of the House will stand to vote on my private member's bill to end the long gun registry.
The registry has not cracked down on criminals like the Liberals said it would. Instead, it has targeted hard-working farmers, hunters, sports shooters and aboriginals.
The Liberal leader and the leader of the NDP have made it clear. They will continue to support this waste of taxpayer money.
Some opposition MPs have decided that they will represent their constituents' wishes and tonight they will vote to end the wasteful and ineffective long gun registry. They are to be commended. I hope this will be the case for all MPs who have ever told a constituent that the long gun registry should be scrapped.
Across this country, concerned long gun owners, police officers and Canadians have expressed discontent with this boondoggle.
It is time for members in the House to do what our constituents have asked us to do and end the wasteful and ineffective long gun registry.


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Olds Square plan dusted off
The developer wants the city to be a partner in paying what could be a $100-million price tag.
By TERRI BRYCE REEVES, Times Staff Writer
Published August 24, 2007
OLDSMAR - Two years ago, the proposed Olds Square project was hailed as a signature showpiece that would attract new residents, energize a sleepy downtown and boost the city's tax rolls with millions of dollars.
Today the project is little more than a pile of discarded proposals and renderings in the office of Dr. Doug Weiland, physician and developer.
But Weiland, chief executive officer of JES Properties in Clearwater, told the City Council this week he still wants to make the project work.
"I want to be partners with you guys," he said during a council work session on the project. "I want this to be a showcase project, but I can't finance it unless there is a profit."
He pleaded for direction.
"Give me your criteria and I'll build the model and see if I can make it work," he said. "Instead of throwing spaghetti on the wall, tell me what you want."
In response, council members appeared ready to hire an outside consultant to give them an independent opinion on what the city could reasonably contribute to the project, depending on how Weiland configures it. But that report is not expected to be ready before the end of October.
Since 2005, when the city chose Weiland to build Olds Square, the price tag on the proposed 500,000-square-foot mixed-use project has risen from $64-million to possibly $100-million, the condo market has tanked and the city has tightened its purse strings.
Weiland said he can still build a showpiece with stores, offices, homes, hotel rooms, convention facilities and parking space, but he needs the city's help.
"It's not feasible unless it's a partnership in lots of ways," he said.
One suggestion he had was for the city to pay for the $12-million parking structure, either as part of Olds Square or at a nearby location.
"If the city would do that, I am 99 percent sure I could keep it the highest portion of the project to six stories and make it work," he said after the meeting.
The city's current zoning allows for six stories; the council has rejected previous proposals for 10- and 12-story buildings.
Other forms of assistance he suggested include:
- A share of Oldsmar's future tax-increment financing revenues. (Inside the city's tax-increment financing district, property tax revenue generated by growth in the district is directed toward redevelopment projects.)
- Donations of about $1.3-million worth of city-owned land.
- Impact fee credits worth up to about $1-million.
- Relief on how tall the project could be.
But City Manager Bruce Haddock shook his head.
"I don't see us coming up with $12-million," he said.
Mayor Jim Ronecker agreed.
"You guys show us what works where we're a partner, but not such a big financial partner," he said.
Vice Mayor Suzanne Vale suggested the city take money set aside for widening of Shore Drive and spend it on this project instead.
Council member Greg Rublee worried about the additional staffing and equipment needed by the Fire Department should a high-rise be built.
Council member Eric Seidel said he'd be willing to entertain the idea of going for two more stories if it meant the city could keep future tax increment financing money.
"What's the shortfall look like at eight stories?' he asked the developers.
"The citizens killing us," council member Janice Miller said.
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Remember When: First Pets
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- AnonymousJuly 17, 2012 at 11:21 AM
I remember that dog show very clearly! Duchess won second place and I think she was as proud of it as I was, :-) I miss her still so much. She was such a big part of my childhood.Thank you for posting those pictures! I love the memories. ~JessicaReplyDelete
My first pet was a tiger striped cat. I got him when I was about five and I named him Twinkle--but my brother insisted that since he was a boy cat, I had to at least add the name Tommy--so his official name was Twinkle Tommy Toes, but he always went by Twinkle.ReplyDelete
When I was a young girl, I inherited fox terrier named Lollipop. She was with us for a few years, but my brother and I were too young and irresponsible to care for a pet. Years later, when I was living on my own, I decided I was ready to make the commitment of having a pet all my own. I adopted him from the Humane Society (it was love at first sight!) He was a pit bull/corgi mix that I named "Barney." I joke that he was the first man in my life since I had him long before I ever met my husband, but the three of us became a family and he was with me a total of 15 years (I mean Barney--I still have my husband!) We still miss him (and our beloved Satchmo who we lost a year ago) everyday!ReplyDelete
My first pet was a turtle which I loved but then my mother said it was unhappy (apparently the turtle talked to her) so we had to put him into a pond by a farm. He probably got ate right away. I think my mom didn't like cleaning the turtle bowl. My second pet was a German Shepard named Wolf who I named after a book I saw in the school library. We did not put him into a pond. He was a wonderful dog.ReplyDelete
i am so happy that i discovered your blog. each post reminds me of a forgotten memory of my childhood -thank you so much for this! you are encouraging me to write more of my history for my neices and nephews. what a treasure your photos and memories are, thank you so much for inspiring me!ReplyDelete
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"saddlebag baskets on my bicycle." I had those too! Smokey is cute, I had a Peke once as well. Nice dogs.ReplyDelete
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The goal for the weekend was to place 111 animals in new forever homes. The special was quite remarkable - all animals were up for adoption for $11 to further push the date - 11/11/11. The event ran from Friday November 11 through Sunday November 13.
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Manistique man gets prison time for assault
MANISTIQUE – A 27-year-old Manistique man is now lodged in a downstate prison where he is serving time for assaulting police officers who were responding to an incident in Manistique last fall.
David Ernest Partain Jr. was arrested while police were investigating a home invasion complaint involving an alleged assault at a residence on the 100th block of North 2nd Street. The incident occurred at 12:30 in the morning on Sept. 23, according to Michigan State Police.
Partain allegedly entered a home without permission and then got into an altercation with the resident, said troopers. When troopers and city police responded to the complaint, Partain resisted officers. He was arrested on 10 charges and lodged in jail in lieu of a $100,000 bond.
During his arraignment in Schoolcraft County District Court, he was officially charged with six counts of resisting and obstructing police, and one count of each of the following: first-degree home invasion, assault and battery, being disorderly, and trespassing, according to court records. He also was charged as a habitual offender.
Partain was sentenced in Schoolcraft County Circuit Court three weeks ago on three felony counts of assaulting/resisting police to which he pleaded no contest. He was sentenced to a minimum of one year and eight months to a maximum of three years in prison on each count, according to online records from the Michigan Department of Corrections.
Partain is currently lodged at the Charles Egeler Reception and Guidance Center, a security level 1 prison in downstate Jackson.
According to corrections records, Partain previously served time for two counts of assault with a dangerous weapon (felonious assault) dating back to a 2004 incident in Van Buren County. He was released from prison in 2010.
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TupleSpaceProxy allows a remote Tuplespace to appear as local.
Creates a new TupleSpaceProxy to wrap
# File rinda/rinda.rb, line 213 def initialize(ts) @ts = ts end
Registers for notifications of event
ev on the proxied TupleSpace. See Rinda::TupleSpace#notify
# File rinda/rinda.rb, line 252 def notify(ev, tuple, sec=nil) @ts.notify(ev, tuple, sec) end
tuple from the proxied TupleSpace. See Rinda::TupleSpace#read.
# File rinda/rinda.rb, line 236 def read(tuple, sec=nil, &block) @ts.read(tuple, sec, &block) end
Reads all tuples matching
tuple from the proxied TupleSpace. See Rinda::TupleSpace#read_all.
# File rinda/rinda.rb, line 244 def read_all(tuple) @ts.read_all(tuple) end
tuple from the proxied TupleSpace. See Rinda::TupleSpace#take.
# File rinda/rinda.rb, line 227 def take(tuple, sec=nil, &block) port = [] @ts.move(DRbObject.new(port), tuple, sec, &block) port[0] end
tuple to the proxied TupleSpace. See Rinda::TupleSpace#write.
# File rinda/rinda.rb, line 220 def write(tuple, sec=nil) @ts.write(tuple, sec) end
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Greetings dear TeaFriends! Please do drop into TeaDay and share what is in your cup througout the day. Also discuss the day's topic!
Yesterday we discussed whether we buy tea in a canister or pouch. You can still vote and discuss yesterday's topic.
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The Freshman College is a first year experience program that includes a variety of selected activities specifically designed for students transitioning from high school to Claflin University. It is a mixture of mandatory courses, assembly and lyceum events, and dynamic mentoring sessions. The TFC program is designed to serve the University's overacrching mission of developing visionary leaders of strong moral fiber through a curriculum that is academically rigorous and emphasizes social and cultural development as well as personal and civic responsibility.
Education 101 and 102 (EDUC) courses help provide the first year Claflin University student with knowledge about the University. Students are given an overview of the University's history, purpose, guiding principles, organizations, policies, and procedures. The courses also provide students with information concerning
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Sauerkraut and Ribs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 rack pork baby back ribs, cut into individual ribs
- Salt and pepper
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 6 medium, white new potatoes, quartered
- 1 pound bag sauerkraut
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional, may substitute water or stock)
- Parsley sprigs, for garnish
Set Dutch oven over medium-high and heat the vegetable oil.
You can also cook this dish in the oven at 325 to 350 degrees F for the same time.
Season the ribs with salt and pepper. Lay ribs in the oven, meat side down and sear them in a single layer. Transfer them to a platter. Add the onions and saute until softened, scraping up any browned bits from the ribs. Add potatoes. Add ribs back in and cover with sauerkraut. Poor wine over top. Cover the Dutch oven and lower the heat. Simmer the pot on the stove for 2 to 3 hours until the ribs are very tender.
If the dish gets too dry at any point stir in a little chicken broth or water to keep it moist.
Serve garnished with parsley sprigs.
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Name of Product: Buster Brown & Co.'s Clog Children's Shoes
Units: About 1.4 million (This recall was first announced in Apr. 2009)
Distributor: Brown Shoe Co. Inc., of St. Louis, Mo. and its affiliate Pagoda International Footwear Ltd., of Hong Kong.
Hazard: The shoe has decorative wheels that can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: The companies have received two reports of a decorative wheel detaching from the shoe. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves the Buster Brown & Co. clog children's shoes with model or retail numbers listed below. These shoes are a plastic molded EVA "water" clog and are designed to resemble a car. The shoes are red, brown, blue, yellow, and pink and most shoes bear the words "CARS," "Transformers Animated," or "Barbie." "Buster Brown & Co.™" is printed on the shoe inside at the heel, on a sewn-in tag inside the fleece-lined shoe, and on the original hang tag. The model or retail number can also be found on these tags. The shoes were sold in children sizes 5 to 13 and youth sizes 1-3.
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Most of us spend the vast majority of our time inside. According to one government estimate, the average American spends 90% of his or her life indoors, and as we get older we become even more inclined not to venture out. But is all this indoor time hurting our health and weight loss goals?
Spending time outdoors seems to have discernible benefits for physical and mental health. Granted, some are merely by association and can be achieved by other means, perhaps while indoors, but often only with a great deal more trouble and expense. Here are five potential benefits of spending more time outdoors:
1. Your vitamin D levels will go up
Exposing your skin to sunshine — actually, ultraviolet B (UVB) rays — enables the body to make vitamin D, which is why it's also known as the "sunshine vitamin." Research suggests vitamin D may have protective effects against everything from osteoporosis to cancer to depression to heart attacks and stroke.
Of course, it has to be sunny out, and there are some snags. Where you live, the season, and the time of day affect how much UVB reaches your skin. The farther you live from the equator, the less UVB radiation you receive. Vitamin D production is affected by age (people ages 65 and over generate about a fourth as much as people in their 20s) and skin color (African Americans have, on average, about half the levels of vitamin D in their blood as white Americans).
Another problem: sunscreens are most effective at blocking UVB light, the part of the spectrum that causes sunburn, but UVB also happens to be the kind of light that kick-starts the generation of vitamin D in the skin.
The either-or of sunscreen and sunshine vitamin has stirred up a lot of controversy and debate between pro-sunscreen dermatologists and the vitamin D camp. But there is plenty of middle ground here: some limited sun exposure on short walks, wearing a hat and sunglasses to protect sensitive areas and the like, supplemented with vitamin D pills if necessary, and liberal use of sunscreen when you are out for extended periods, particularly during the middle of the day.
2. You'll get more exercise (especially if you're a child)
Being outside isn't a guarantee of being active. Still, there's no question that being outdoors is associated with activity and indoor living is associated with being sedentary, particularly for children. According to some surveys, American children spend an average of 6½ hours a day with electronic media (video games, television, and so on), time that is spent mainly indoors and sitting down. British researchers found that children are more than doubly active when they are outside.
Adults can go to the gym. Many prefer the controlled environment there. But if you make getting outside a goal, that should mean less time in front of the television and computer and more time walking, biking, gardening, cleaning up the yard, and doing other things that put the body in motion. At the Shane Resorts we use the local playground for a fitness class. Give it a shot – do push-ups on a bench, pull-ups on the jungle gym, swing on the swing and really pump with your legs and abs, etc.
3. You'll be happier (especially if your exercise is 'green')
Light tends to elevate people's mood, and unless you live in a glass house or are using a light box to treat seasonal affective disorder, there's usually more light available outside than inside. Physical activity has been shown to relax and cheer people up, so if being outside replaces inactive pursuits with active ones, it might also mean more smiles and laughter.
Researchers at the University of Essex in England are advancing the notion that exercising in the presence of nature has added benefit, particularly for mental health. Their investigations into "green exercise," as they are calling it, dovetail with research showing benefits from living in proximity to green, open spaces. So pack a healthy picnic in your backpack and go for a hike.
4. Your concentration will improve
A study published in 2008 found that children with ADHD scored higher on a test of concentration after a walk through a park than after a walk through a residential neighborhood or downtown area. Other ADHD studies have also suggested that outdoor exercise could have positive effects on the condition. Truth be told, this research has been done in children, so it's a stretch to say it applies to adults, even those who have an ADHD diagnosis. But if you have trouble concentrating — as many do — you might see if some outdoor activity, the greener the better, helps. Take a break from work in the afternoon and walk around the block. It only takes a few minutes and it works a lot better than another cup of coffee.
5. You may heal faster
University of Pittsburgh researchers reported in 2005 that spinal surgery patients experienced less pain and stress and took fewer pain medications during their recoveries if they were exposed to natural light. An older study showed that the view out the window (trees vs. a brick wall) had an effect on patient recovery. Of course, windows and views are different than actually being outside, but we're betting that adding a little fresh air to the equation couldn't hurt and might help.
Take it from us, at Shane Diet & Fitness Resorts we often try to find different fitness routines and activities that can be done outside. So take advantage of the warm weather and take your work and play outside. It will do you a world of good with your health and weight loss goals.


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Images of catholic church records from the Bishop of Chicago. Some indexes go beyond 1925.
This indexes the University Archives & Special Collections in the Joseph P. Healey Library at UMass Boston which acquired the historical organizational records of the Catholic Association of Foresters in 2012. The Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters was founded in 1879 by a group of Irish immigrants to provide life insurance benefits for its members.
Three historic, Roman Catholic churches in Detroit: St. Josaphat (est. 1889), St. Joseph (est. 1856), and Sweetest Heart of Mary (est. 1889).
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Names of orphaned children in Roman Catholic Orphan Asylum, Manhattan New York from the 1900 census. Includes year and place of birth.
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The Records of St. Peters, New York Citys Oldest Catholic Parish
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by Anton Shilov
Intel Corp. may formally introduce the first commercial implementation of the already well-known Light Peak interface as early as this Thursday. Moreover, Apple can be the first implementer of the technology with its new breed of Macbook Pro notebooks.
On Thursday the world's largest chipmaker, according to a media report, will host at least two briefings dedicated to the Light Peak interconnection technology that "about to appear on the market" Apple is also projected to formally unveil its new Macbook Pro notebooks later this week, also on Thursday.
The new Apple Macbook Pro notebooks are projected to be based on Intel Core i-series "Sandy Bridge" processors, feature a new graphics technology, a hybrid storage sub-system featuring both flash and traditional hard drive, as well as one or more Light Peak connectors in order to enable rapid transfer of data from external devices into the new laptops.
The rumours that Intel wanted to bring LightPeak to market as soon as possible have been around for many quarters. Recently Intel officially confirmed that in order to release Light Peak commercially in 2011 it needed to use copper wires instead of fiber optics to make the technology more affordable, but sacrifice a significant portion of performance and versatility of the technology.
The first version of Light Peak was supposed to have 10Gb/s bandwidth over distances up to 100 meters, two times higher than the maximum bandwidth of USB 3.0 (which maximum distance is 1.5 - 2 meters). With fiber optics cable it should be possible to increase the bandwidth of LightPeak to up to 100Gb/s eventually, according to earlier claims. But with copper wires, the speed and range of data transmission may not be as great, according Intel. Earlier rumours claims that it should be possible to transfer data at up to 10Gb/s over copper wires.
Fiber optics are very expensive at present and it is natural that hardware makers would prefer to avoid them. At the same time, new interconnection naturally attracts attention of consumers and catalyzes them to upgrade their hardware, for example, digital cameras or external storage devices. Perhaps, in order to kick off the adoption of LightPeak by end-users, manufacturers need to make the technology as affordable as possible, which is why they decided to use copper
It is necessary to note that Macbook Pro line alone will not help to popularize the technology given their very low market share. Naturally, some devices with Light Peak will still reach store shelves as manufacturers will try to offer something brand new to the market. Still, very few devices, apart from external graphics cards or solid-state drives may actually need speeds like 10Gb/s. At the same time, the cost of USB 3.0-enabled devices has been decreasing and end-users may prefer to stick with the standard that offers 5Gb/s maximum speed at a very low cost.
Apple and Intel did not comment on the news-story.