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Listening: Perhaps the Most Powerful Soft Skill
Rich Hua stashed this in Emotional Intelligence
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"Clearness committee"
Deep engagement does not begin with getting people to listen to you; it begins when you really listen to them. Powerful listening is one of the rarest executive practices today, not because of a lack of skill – although that is often the case – but because it's a skill that's under attack from social media, smart phones and the ubiquitous expectation of instant reactions. Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation when the other person just started checking his phone? Of course you have. We have a listening famine going on and it's a shame, because in a knowledge age, so much value creation lies in the ability to figure out what's important—by listening.
The Quakers practice a particularly powerful way to listen. They conduct what's called a "Clearness Committee," which is founded on the belief that, as authorParker Palmer has written, "each of us has an inner teacher, a voice of truth, that offers the guidance and power we need to deal with our problems." Here is how it works:
First, a member of the Quaker community defines a key decision, personal problem or question that represents a dilemma for a member of their community, who is the "focus person." Then, they form a committee to meet with the focus person, inviting only select people (the "members"). These members must first commit to the highest levels of confidentiality: nobody can speak of the meeting afterwards, unless the focus person specifically asks to discuss it. Members can take notes, but they must be given to the focus person at the end of the committee meeting.
The committee then meets in an offsite location, where the focus person spends 10 minutes presenting a concise statement of the problem, including any relevant background information. The committee creates a safe space for the focus person to speak, prioritizing that space over the social comfort of the members. For example, there should be no talking between committee members, no loud laughter, no side conversations, no phones or computers, and no rapid-fire questions that could overwhelm the focus person.
Then, there are two hours of interaction, during which members of the committee may only speak to the focus person by asking honest questions – which are not the same as manipulative questions. Manipulative questions have answers embedded in them, such as: "Have you ever thought that this is really happening because you did X?" Honest questions are defined as questions that members couldn't possibly know the answer to, such as "Did you ever feel this way before?" Honest questions are, simply, all inquiry and no advocacy.
Before the meeting is over, the focus person can allow people to reflect back what they have heard. Again, there should be no opinions offered, just reflections. Five minutes before the end of the meeting, the members are allowed to affirm the focus person for showing strength and courage in sharing vulnerably deep insights. Even at this point there is no advice given and there are no suggestions made. The idea is that the focus person goes away and listens to his or her own inner voice for continued guidance.
The clearness committee is a fascinating listening innovation. If it seems too intense or involved for regular use, you can still apply many of its aspects in your interactions with your team. For example, you can have a rule that you and your team will only ask honest questions: in this way you can avoid the manipulative questions that complicate communication. When one of your team members comes to you with a particular challenge, you can ask her questions to define what the real dilemma is, instead of jumping in with premature, well-intended solutions that actually miss the mark. Finally, you can increase the ratio of listening to speaking by asking questions and spending at least 50% of any conversation actively listening to the other person speak.


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Loyola Offering First Instructional Course in Chicago
MAYWOOD, Ill. - A new cornea transplant technique called DMEK provides significantly improved vision and faster recovery from surgery than standard cornea transplants.
On Saturday, July 27, Chicago-area ophthalmologists will learn about the technique in a hands-on demonstration.
Media are invited to cover the demonstration, which begins at 10:30 a.m. at Loyola's Stritch School of Medicine, 2160 S. First Ave., Maywood.
Fourteen ophthalmologists will practice the technique on cadaver eyes donated by the Illinois Eye Bank. It will be the first Chicago-area DMEK demonstration of its kind.
The DMEK instruction course is an example of how ophthalmologists from Loyola and other Chicago-area centers frequently collaborate on educational, research and other projects that will improve patient care, said Charles Bouchard, MD, chair of Loyola's Department of Ophthalmology.
The cornea is the clear outer lens on the front of the eye. In a cornea transplant, also called a keratoplasty, part of the defective cornea is replaced with corneal tissue from a deceased donor.
DMEK stands for Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty. In a DMEK, only the innermost corneal layer (the Descemet membrane) is replaced, rather than the entire thickness of the cornea. This reduces the chance of a patient rejecting the donor cornea tissue because there is much less foreign donor material implanted into the patient. The procedure is best for patients who have problems only with the back layer of the cornea.
With the current standard of care of replacing the back layer of the cornea, patients are typically restored to a best corrected vision of 20/30 or 20/40. With DMEK, patients can typically obtain a vision of 20/20 or 20/25. They also recover from surgery more quickly, said Amy Lin, MD, a Loyola ophthalmologist and cornea transplant specialist.
The demonstration will occur in Loyola's Advanced Procedure Education Center (APEC), a state-of-the art facility that serves the surgical-skills training needs of students, residents, fellows and practicing physicians. APEC is part of the Center for Simulation Education at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine.
Saturday's DMEK instructional course will include instructional talks from 8 to 10 a.m. and a demonstration and hands-on session from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The course will be taught by DMEK experts Kenneth M. Goins, MD, of the University of Iowa; Mark Terry, MD, of the Devers Eye Institute in Portland, Ore.; and Gregory Schmidt, a University of Iowa eye bank technician.

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I'm only giving this riad a good rating because of the staff that work their. Boushra; the housekeeper (moroccan girl), was amazingly friendly and attentive, and was able to interact well despite her limited English. She made us feel welcome and at home, and I felt sorry for her climbing up and down the stairs every morning for breakfast! The riad is otherwise overly priced, the bottom rooms are dark, cramped and damp smelling. The french owners were if anything aloof, and quick to get the welcome over. The breakfast was worth getting up for. Thanks Boushra!!!!!!
The riad is hard to find and is labeled with a small sign next to the door. Most people are friendly and we ended up being shown the last block without being hassled for money.
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Property Location
Best Western River North Hotel is in the heart of Chicago, walking distance from Assumption Church and Driehaus Museum. This hotel is close to John Hancock Center and Millennium Park.
Make yourself at home in one of the 150 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
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Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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- Number of floors - 7
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DJ Suss-One TFP News: Iggy Azalea To Appear In 'Fast & Furious 7'
The Australian rapper has had a major year of success. 2 chart topping song "Fancy" and he feature on Ariana Grande's "Problem" and not to mention he debut album The New Classic has been equally successful on billboard. Now she's making moves onto the big screen.
The news came from Vin Diesel himself who revealed in an interview that he worked with her just two weeks ago. " We casted her in Fast & Furious 7, she has a cameo."
Fast & Furious 7 is set to hit theaters April 3rd 2015. Vin Diesel and Iggy will appear in the movie alongside, Ludacris, Dwayne Johnson, Tyrese, Michelle Rodriguez and the late Paul Walker.


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Indian American Abhijit Mahalanobis, who developed vital 'pattern recognition' components in missile defence system for US Army, has been chosen as 'Scientist of the Year' by the prestigious Emerald Honors, which recognises contributions by minority scientists.
Besides Mahalanobis, a Fellow of Lockheed Martin, several Indian American scientists would receive the awards instituted by Science Spectrum magazine, to be given away on September 16 at Baltimore Convention Center in Maryland.
They include Ashok Kumar of the Army Corps of Engineers, Venkatesh Krishnan of Eli Lilly, Dharmendra Jani of Bausch and Lomb and Anil Duggal of GE Global Research Center.
Assam-born Mahalanobis, who works in Lockheed Martin's Missiles and Fire Control division, was roped in by Defence Department to solve the problem of wrong targeting by computerised missile batteries.
He looked at the way things moved and developed algorithms to analyse major joints of people and animals, which eventually led to the development of pattern recognition system.
His Automatic Target Recognition system has become the plinth of the land-based missile and fire control defence of the US Army and has set a standard for all future military computer recognition systems, Science Spectrum said in a write up about the scientist.


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New Approach In The Fight Against Dengue Virus
The researchers found that the dengue virus particles swell slightly and take on a bumpy appearance when heated to human body temperature, exposing "epitopes," or regions where antibodies could attach to neutralize the virus.
The discovery is significant because it could help to explain why vaccines against dengue have been ineffective, said Michael G. Rossmann, Hanley Distinguished Professor of Biological Sciences at Purdue University.
Scientists have been designing vaccines targeting the virus's smooth appearance found at the cooler temperatures of mosquitoes and ticks.
"The bumpy form of the virus would be the form present in humans, so the optimal dengue virus vaccines should induce antibodies that preferentially recognize epitopes exposed in that form," Rossmann said.
The findings are detailed in a research paper appearing online in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
The researchers used a technique called cryo-electron microscopy to see the three-dimensional structure of the virus at temperatures ranging from 28-37 degrees Celsius (37 degrees Celsius is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, or human body temperature). Findings showed that the virus has a smooth appearance while at the cooler temperatures found in mosquito or tick vectors, but then it morphs into the bumpy form at warmer temperatures before fusing to the host cell and delivering its genetic material.
"These findings were a big surprise," said Richard J. Kuhn, professor and head of Purdue's Department of Biological Sciences and director of the Bindley Bioscience Center. "No one expected to see the virus change its appearance as it moves from the mosquito to humans."
The paper was co-authored by postdoctoral researcher Xinzheng Zhang; lab manager Ju Sheng; postdoctoral researcher Pavel Plevka; Kuhn; Michael S. Diamond, a researcher at Washington University School of Medicine; and Rossmann.
Findings also could apply to related infections in the flavivirus family, which includes a number of dangerous insect-borne diseases such as West Nile, yellow fever, tick-borne encephalitis and Japanese encephalitis.
Dengue is a leading cause of serious illness and death among children in some Asian and Latin American countries, causing 50 million to 100 million infections per year. Globally, dengue has grown dramatically in recent decades, placing about half the world's population at risk of infection.
The researchers determined that the bumpy form of the virus is more efficient at infecting mammalian cells. The team was able to measure the virus's infectivity using a laboratory procedure where cells are infected in a culture dish. The bumpy shape is an intermediate stage before the virus becomes unstable, releasing its genetic material. The virus is made of subunit molecules that separate when the virus particle expands into its bumpy form, revealing exposed membrane surfaces between the subunits where antibodies might bind.
We report on a conformational transition of dengue virus when changing the temperature from that present in its mosquito vectors to that of its human host. Using cryo-electron microscopy, we show that although at room temperature the virus has a smooth surface, a diameter of ~500Å and little exposed membrane, at 37ºC the virions have a bumpy appearance with a diameter of ~550Å and some exposed membrane. The bumpy structure at 37ºC was found to be similar to the previously predicted structure of an intermediate between the smooth mature and fusogenic forms. As humans have a body temperature of 37ºC, the bumpy form of the virus would be the form present in humans. Thus, optimal dengue virus vaccines should induce antibodies that preferentially recognize epitopes exposed on the bumpy form of the virus.
Dengue Structure differs at the Temperatures of its Human and Mosquito hosts
Xinzheng Zhanga, Ju Shenga, Pavel Plevkaa, Richard J. Kuhna, Michael S. Diamondb, and Michael G. Rossmanna,1
a Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University
b Departments of Medicine, Molecular Microbiology, Pathology & Immunology, Washington University School of Medicine
The work is funded by the National Institutes of Health and Purdue through university support for a structural biology electron microscope facility.
Writer: Emil Venere
Purdue University
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I've been researching how regulated industries, specifically financial and medical, are handling the rapid growth of social communications online. Needless to say the government regulatory agencies—FINCA, NASD, FDA—are overburdened by their existing mandates, let alone trying to figure out what it means when my Aunt Patricia "likes" the Facebook page of some osteoporosis drug from Merck. While we tend to guard our financial information carefully, we as a society seem more than willing to get on message boards and tell others everything about our prostitis or hemoglobin counts.
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7 Day Meal Plan For Obese Children
Is it ok to reduce calorie intake? I am obese and want to reduce to 1200 cals a day. I will eat small meal throughout the day. No health issues
Go slow: As a weight loss surgeon. I commend you for your goal of getting healthier. I highly recommend that you don't limit your calories too much as this will cause your metabolic rate to slow down and it becomes much harder to lose weight. I highly encourage your to add some degree of consistent exercise to your weight loss regimen. ...Read more
Obesity (Definition)
The definition started with Louis Israel Dublin, chief statistician of the Metropolitan life insurance company, in the early 1940s, as a BMI >25 (definitely >30) for people in their 20's based on retrospective observational life insurance data of the age at which people died later in life. This was subsequently adopted by the medical disease industry. However, BMI is ...Read more
Sir i want to ask u that in reducing obesity wht shd i take meals?
Reduce weight: This is a repeat of what I have said before. My philosophy is that the best way to lose weight is not by dieting, but by changing your lifestyle to a healthier one. You don't need a drastic diet. Make small changes. Eat the right portions, eat 3-5 small meals a day, cut back on carbs and sugars, increase lean protein/veggie/fruit/water intake, and start doing some cardiovascular exercise. ...Read more
Doc why everytime I have a nice home cooked meal and i get pretty full i get so sleepy 10 minutes later . I weight 210 pounds im 5'7 am i obese?
Sleep medicine : This is normal. The autonomic nervous system is diverting most of the blood flow to the digestive system to work on digestion. Heavily proteinaceous meals will elevate the blood levels of certain Amino Acid like triptophan. This increases the synthesis of serotonin which will make you feel relaxed and sleepy. Reducing portions helps. ...Read more
I am trying to lose weight, due to type 2 diabetes. I am obese. I eat my main meal at 7pm. Does this have an effect eating this late?
Maybe: First of all, congratulations on your goal of losing weight. Even a little bit of weight loss can really help with type 2 diabetes. Meal timing is an interesting area that we don't have all the answers to. In general i tell my patients that meal timing is about 5% of the total equation; 95% of it has to do with total calories consumed and expended. You might try eating after exercise. ...Read more
How to deal with weird hunger pains 2-3 hours after meals? Gastroscopy is negative and I tried PPI , can it be psycological? I got obese cause of this
Yes, it can: Interpretation of physical signals can be misread by people. A good specialist psychotherapist might be able to help you learn better responses to the 'weird' cues you get. You seem to know that it can not be 'real' need for food and that will be a great start. Cognative/Emotional understanding and Retraining is perhaps better than medication to address your 'real' needs. Best wishes. ...Read more
Been eating healthy and smaller meals. Lost a little weight. Exercise now daily. Still considered obese. Why has resting heart rate been in the 50's?
Needs evaluation: Could be normal for you but also could be a symptom of a heart problem or metabolic disorder like hypothyroid. Your doctor should perform an EKG and draw a metabolic blood panel with thyroid levels additionally. All this assumes you are also not on meds like beta blockers which will slow heart/pulse rate. ...Read more
❤ palpitations after eating a healthy vegan meal. Very obese, i drink veg/green smoothies for bkfst & lunch, no trouble until my full meal at dinner.
Might be normal issu: Random palpitations can be a normal issue if they happen from time to time or if you are taking in stimulants like coffee, alcohol, tobacco or over-the-counter medications such as pseudoephedrine, which is found in cold preparations and some herbal medications, including ma huang. So it might be something in the smoothies, try removing one ingredient everyday and see if it comes back. ...Read more
Very obese, have now gone vegan & very healthy but have palpitations after eating healthy meals at times, why w/ healthy meals but not w/ junk food?
Anxiety : About missing out on your junk food. Consider diet counseling ...Read more
I do not know how much I should weigh because I am obese...And I do not know how to exercise off belly fat. I am a short 18 yr old and obese @ 185 pounds and 5'2". I have tried energy bars, v8, protein bars, slim fast, and cutting back on meals and drinki
In : In order to lose weight, your caloric intake must be less than your energy expenditure. To calculate your energy expenditure and your basal metabolic energy needs, you can go to: http://www.Health-calc.Com/diet/energy-expenditure-advanced. Using this, you should carefully track your food intake, counting the calories on the food and drink you take in daily. You can either decrease your calorie intake, or increase your energy expenditure by increasing your activity. Clearly exercise has a major impact on how much energy you expend. A nutritionist can assist you with your diet and provide some tools to count your calories. ...Read moreSee 1 more doctor answer
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At EtonHouse, we believe education is the cornerstone of a successful and fulfilling life. Knowledge and skills provide the framework through which both children and adults see their world. At EtonHouse we also understand that the environment plays a vital role in developing a happy, confident and resourceful child. We therefore lay great emphasis on creating a carefully planned and well resourced environment that is warm, welcoming and engaging.
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We like to celebrate BIG. As the saying goes, "bigger is better," right?
Maybe. But sometimes, bigger is just bigger.
We should all take time to notice and celebrate the little things in life. Like little cars with their cute little wheels, their high-pitched beeps, and their ability to annoy tall people.
Many minis are also eco-friendly or alternative-fuel powered. That means they may also be able to drive us out of our eco-destructive rut!
In that spirit, I've conducted a not-so-little search of the not-so-little Trend Hunter archives to come up with a collection of little car delights worthy of a small celebration.
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Peter, I agree with you, but sometimes choice can be very easy, if a tool offers real advantages ...
During several weeks, I have thought that choice could be : low level (thrift) or high level (pandra) as described on Cassandra Wiki..
Today, I discovered that SimpleCassie exists ... (I especially noticed that load balancing is planned). So I wonder if there is another client, well known and supported by community.
As said by Jonathan, SimpleCassie and Pandra are both based on Thrift.. I think a Cassandra upgrade will require an upgrade of Thrift classes of high level clients too. Am I right ?
Questions like "What is the best ___?" that have subjective answers
are rarely simple.
I've tried various clients and I'd just recommend trying a few out and
getting involved win the projects. Some may have adavtnages of ease of
use while others may be more flexible or have features such as
connection pooling.
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> Hi all,
> just a (simple ?) question for today :
> What is the best client for Cassandra ?
> - Thrift (need to build compiler first)
> - Pandra (seems not updated)
> - SimpleCassie (just discovered it few minutes ago)
> Is there any other PHP client ?
> If Cassandra is upgraded (0.5 to 0.6) , I suppose they all need to
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The Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group (CPEG) began more than 20 years ago as a group of clinician-researchers participating in a pan-Canadian clinical study and became an independent professional association in 2005, incorporating in 2015. Our activities promote the exchange of knowledge in pediatric endocrinology. The CPEG Annual Scientific Conference is an exciting scientific and educational meeting, hosted by pediatric endocrinology centres from across Canada. Research advances are shared and discussed at this meeting.


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Stuart Broad backed England's troubled captain Alastair Cook to turn around his poor form – and pleaded with groundsmen all over the country to help the team do the same.
The pressure on Cook shows no sign of easing after he was bowled off his thigh pad by India seamer Mohammed Shami for just five. It completed a miserable afternoon for Cook, who had watched frustrated as the tourists' last-wicket pair of Shami and Bhuvneshwar Kumar had compiled a record 111 stand to take India from 346 for 9 to 457 all out.
Cook will have been particularly disappointed to be dismissed on a pitch so docile it bears more resemblance to Nagpur than Nottingham. While the batsmen should be able to score runs on it, the strip is not much fun for bowlers like Broad, who sent down 33 overs in India's first innings. His new-ball partner, Jimmy Anderson, delivered 38.
"Trent Bridge is renowned for exciting cricket but we haven't seen a lot of it in this Test," said Broad, whose home ground this is. "This is not what England would have asked for or what Trent Bridge would have hoped for.
"Hopefully other grounds won't follow suit this summer. The best thing is that Trent Bridge has admitted their mistake and apologised for the mistake.
"You come here to see nicks carry, dropped catches, good runs, exciting shots and quick bowling. They will be disappointed, as they have said. It's not been ideal.
"Most Indian wickets are faster than this. You want the wicket to be flat but you also want nicks to carry and that hasn't happened here."
Cook's latest failure is another source of worry for an England side who have not won a Test since they beat Australia at Durham to clinch the Ashes last August.
The captain's performance in the field in this match has been a clear improvement on those he produced in the Test series against Sri Lanka earlier in the summer, but as long as he is struggling for runs, the questions will always remain.
Such failures can weigh heavily on a captain but Broad insisted Cook had been chipper in the pavilion soon after he was dismissed.
The 28-year-old added: "He was fine, chatting away and chirpy. But it's one of those things – when you're in a rut, things go against you. I can count on one hand the number of times I have seen the ball cannon off the thigh pad and on to the stumps.
"He is in one of those places at the minute but it will turn. All it takes for the momentum to turn is to play a cover drive for four or have someone drop a catch. But if you get out in the way he did, there is not a lot you can do.
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p. 318In my mind, the incident was a totally "unfitting" way to end the book. This scene ruined my empathetic feelings toward the author and illustrated how Wilder's stereotypes are still alive and well.
I bought a sunbonnet at the museum store, my sixth one.
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Liverpool's out-of-favour attacking midfielder Joao Teixeira has agreed to join Serie A side Fiorentina at the end of the season, according to reports on Wednesday.
Reports in Italy claim the Portuguese midfielder will leave Anfield in the summer and that an agreement is already in place with Fiorentina.
Teixeira is out of contract this summer and, given his limited playing time under Jurgen Klopp this season, it would be a shock if he agreed a new deal at Liverpool.
With the likes of Philippe Coutinho, Adam Lallana and Jordon Ibe already ahead of the 23-year-old in the pecking order, and new additions sure to be brought in, Teixeira's first-team opportunities will only become more limited.
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"For now, my plans are to stay with Liverpool and play more here," said Teixeira in January. "But you never know what will happen in the future."
Just seven appearances in all competitions – five starts – outlines how peripheral his role is at the club.
The youngster's only goal for the Reds to date came in the 3-0 win over Exeter City in the FA Cup third round replay, and he has never quite kicked on as many hoped he would.
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Location: Genomics and Bioinformatics Research2009 Annual Report
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Utilization and development of bioinformatic and genomic tools/information to support structural analysis of plant and animal genomes. This includes the generation of DNA sequences and subsequent analysis. Development and implementation of DNA markers for development of superior cultivars (e.g., superior yield, improved quality, or resistance to the biotic or abiotic factors) or germplasm/population/species characterization. Both marker data and DNA sequences will be used for genome structure analysis.
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The Mid-South Area Genomics Laboratory (MGL) functions as a fully integrated component of the MSA which provides genomics service for an array of technologies. These services include, but are not limited to, high throughput DNA sequencing, gene expression analysis, bioinformatics, DNA marker development, BAC fingerprinting and high throughput genotyping with DNA markers. The centralization of these operations assures that all research projects in the MSA that could benefit from these genomic tools have access to the technology, that there is no unnecessary duplication of equipment within the Area, and there is maximum utilization and conservation of funding.
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As a service project, progress is measured by the service provided. For the reported time period these locations had significant amount of DNA sequencing (D), genotyping (G), bioinformatics (B) and/or DNA marker development (M) processed through the Laboratory: Animal Waste Management Research Unit, Service: D Aquatic Animal Health Research Unit, Service: D, B Biological Control of Pests Research Unit, Service: D Catfish Genetics Research Unit, Service: D,B,G, Commodity Utilization Research Unit, Service: D Coastal Plains Soil, Water, and Plant Research Center, Service: D Corn Host Plant Resistance Research, Service: D,B Cotton Structure and Quality Research Unit, Service: D Crop Genetics and Production Research Unit, Service: D, G, B, M Crop Improvement and Protection Research Unit, Service: D Dale Bumpers National Rice Research Center Service: D Endemic Poultry Viral Disease Research Unit, Service: D,B Floral and Nursery Plants Research Unit, Service: M, G Genetics and Precision Agriculture Research, Service: D, B Natural Products Utilization Research Unit, Service: D Plant Genetic Resources, Genomics and Genetic Improvement, Service: D Southern Horticultural Laboratory, Service: G,M,B Southern Insect Management Research Unit, Service: D,G,B Southern Weed Science Research Unit, Service: D Soybean Genomics and Improvement, Service: D, B Subtropical Horticulture Research Station, Service: B,G,M Sugarcane Field Station, Service: D,G,M Sugarcane Research Unit, Service: G This project has a component of rice research which has been supported through various Specific Cooperative Agreements (6402-21310-002-07, Establishment of Marker Assisted Rice Breeding Programs in Mississippi and Missouri; 6402-21310-002-03, Mining Novel Blast Resistance Genes for Use in U.S. Breeding; 6402-21310-002-05, The Mississippi Rice Variety Acceleration Breeding Project). This research has revolved around mapping blast resistance, sheath blight resistance, and milling quality. In addition there has been a component for the integration of DNA markers into the Mississippi rice breeding program. In the past year this work was extremely important as it helped show that specific fields for Foundation seed production were not contaminated with "red rice". A new component of single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) discovery was incorporated into two of the SCAs. There is also a component in this project for biophotonics research which is handled through a Specific Cooperative Agreement with Mississippi State University (6402-21210-003-01S Biophotonics – The Application of Novel Imaging Methodologies to Livestock Production Research).
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1. Improvement in DNA Marker Development. DNA markers are a needed tool for many research problems of agriculturally important species; however, the methodology of marker development and validation is complex and cost prohibitive for many laboratories. Therefore, a better process is needed for DNA marker development. An improved methodology was developed for the isolation of Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs) which is a specific class of DNA markers. This methodology overcame some obstacles in previous procedures and offers an economical method for the development of DNA markers for the Agency in an array of species. The process was further improved by the development of bioinformatic program that helps in the identification of markers that provide the most useful/diverse genetic information. All of this was achieved through the research efforts of a postdoc sponsored through ARS Headquarters Funded Postdoc Program. The methods have already been applied to Cercis canadiensis (redbud), Gossypium barbadense (cotton), Ipomoea batatas (sweet potato), Lolium multiflorum (ryegrass), Macrophomina phaseolina (Charcoal rot), Mangifera indica (mango), Puccinia kuehnii (orange rust, pathogen), Rotylenchulus reniformis (reniform nematode), Chionanthus retusus (fringetree, medicinal/ornamental), Cyperus rotundus (nutsedge, weed) and the markers are being applied by various scientists to further their research efforts.
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Lake Michigan beach access and views in Macatawa,this home was completely restored starting in 2000 and again in 2008. Everything was taken down to the studs and a four story cement encased elevator was installed. All hardwood floors on the main floor, great kitchen with custom cabinets, an insulated 3 season room and cathedral ceiling in the living room. The master suite has soaring ceilings and views of Big Red plus a large master bath.The lower level is finsihed with 2 bedrooms, bath and large family room/rec room. Also included, is a 3 stall garage.
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Definition of the noun abolition
What does abolition mean as a name of something?
noun - plural: abolitions
- the act of abolishing a system or practice or institution (especially abolishing slavery)
- example: the abolition of capital punishment
- lexical domain: Acts - nouns denoting acts or actions
- synonym of abolition: abolishment
- more generic words: conclusion / ending / termination = the act of ending something
Alternative definition of the noun abolition
- The act of abolishing, or the state of being abolished; an annulling; abrogation; utter destruction; as, the abolition of slavery or the slave trade; the abolition of laws, decrees, ordinances, customs, taxes, debts, etc.
- (often capitalised), (in British territories) The ending of the slave trade (1807) or of slavery (1833).
- (often capitalised), (in the US) the emancipation of slaves, by the Emancipation Proclamation (1863, ratified 1865).
"Abolition" is a 2011 horror film written by Chantelle Kadyschuk, Mike Klassen and Chris Lawson and directed by Mike Klassen.
- country: Canada
- language: English Language
- producers: Mike Klassen & Chantelle Kadyschuk
- production design by Sarah Malden
- written by Chris Lawson, Mike Klassen, Chantelle Kadyschuk
- starring:
- Caroline Williams as Eva
- Reggie Bannister as Matthew
- Elissa Dowling as Mia
- Andrew Roth as Joshua
- Emily Alatalo as Cindy
- Ryan Barrett as Carl
- Jake Raymond as Steve
- Dan Cristofori as Doug
- Peter Hodgins as The Preacher
- Colin Paradine as Larry
- Rich Piatkowski as Aaron
- Cydney Penner as Laura
- Tiffany Browne as Eva
- John Cross as Guy 2
- Ashley Kranz as Sarah
- Phil Rickaby as Graham
- cinematography by Nick Matthews
- edited by Marcus Barrie
- music by Colin Parrish
- genres: Horror, Drama
- released in (4 years ago)
"Abolition" is a musical album of Lugo.
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Migrants at Work (2014)
Immigration and Vulnerability in Labour Law by Cathryn Costello, Mark Freedland
Its abolition is a significant element in the shift away from 'employmentfocused' regulation in this sector.
Peace by Peaceful Means (1996)
Peace and Conflict, Development and Civilization by Johan Galtung
Abolition is an anomaly, and was, indeed, very strongly resisted. Anti-slavery campaigns can also be explained in terms of Blue logic by looking further down the column of factors for another key variable: factor (including labor) mobility. With a ...
Thinking About Nuclear Weapons (2013)
Analyses and Prescriptions by Fred Holroyd
Jonathan Schell's book The Abolition is an attempt to resolve this question. In the extract which constitutes article 24, Schell recognizes an apparent contradiction between 'the two goals we have set for ourselves' - namely 'to keep the ...
City Club Bulletin (1911)
by City Club of Philadelphia
The argument for its abolition is that it is paid by the parties, but eventually comes out of the office ...
Encyclopedia of Antislavery and Abolition (2007)
by Peter P. Hinks, John R. McKivigan
Antislavery and Abolition ...
Abolition and Antislavery: A Historical Encyclopedia of the American Mosaic (2015)
A Historical Encyclopedia of the American Mosaic by Peter Hinks, John McKivigan
Thinking about race played a vital part in the movement toward·or away from· abolition. Not all abolitionists endorsed principles of racial equality and controversies over race persisted from the time of emancipation to modern times.
Negro Year Book and Annual Encyclopedia of the Negro (1922)
April 14, first Abolition Society in America organized for promoting ...
Encyclopedia of Criminological Theory (2010)
by Francis T. Cullen, Pamela Wilcox
To some, abolition requires doing away with the entire criminal justice system and to others abolition implies the end of penal law as it presently exists. Abolition is considered possible as the concepts of "crime" and "punishment" are not ...
Dictionary of philosophical terms (1997)
by Elmar Waibl
triadicity abolition of labour ' Aufliebung der Arbeit f (Proudhon etc) (soc) abolition of private property ' Aufhebung des Privateigentums f (Marx etc) (ec0' soc) abolition ol' slavery ' Abschaffung der Sklaverei fi Aufhebung der Sklaverei f (pol) ...
The Encyclopedia of African American Military History (2004)
by William Weir
ABOLITION. MOVEMENT: Efforts to abolish slavery began before the American Revolution. In very early colonial times, slavery had not yet established itself. In the largest colony, Virginia, in 1681, there were three thousand black and fifteen ...
Dictionary of American Government and Politics (2010)
by Duncan Watts
Abolitionists agitated for the immediate, unconditional and total abolition of slavery in the United States. Abolitionist groups existed before the founding of the Republic. Some of those involved at Philadelphia were involved in the cause, ...
Encyclopedia of Religion in American Politics (1999)
by Jeffrey D. Schultz, John G. West, Iain S. MacLean
Abolition. Abolition. Abolition, the nineteenth-century movement to abolish slavery in the United States, drew heavily on the theology and biblical interpretations of religious people for its justification. Both apocalyptic and judgmental in tone, the ...
Political and Historical Encyclopedia of Women (2004)
by Christine Fauré
the abolition ofslavery in several English colonies (1777–78); the French Declaration des Droits de ...
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Signs in Newstead Wood to signify Josiah Wedgwood's involvement in the abolition of slavery
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It still remains true that no justification of virtue will enable a man to be virtuous. (C.S. Lewis)
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The state of Israel with its capital city of Jerusalem lies in the Middle East and has a population of approximately 8.5 million inhabitants, of which around 80% are Jews and 20% Arabs. The peaceful co-existence of the two world religions has never proved easy, which is why there are frequent confrontations and conflicts here. Its position between crisis-hit countries such as Syria does not help the situation and the Palestinian conflict, which is crucial to Israel's history, casts a lengthy shadow over the country. This situation leads to mistrust and is one of the reasons why Israel is not regarded as a holiday destination by many people.
However, if you look beyond the political and religious conflicts, you will see a country with many different sides to it and which particularly as a holiday destination has enormous potential. Israel already has a lot to offer to tourists today. In many towns there are large, but also inexpensive hotels to be found. Israel particularly appeals to its visitors because of the attractions of the various cultures here, as the country is of huge importance for many world religions. Some of the most important landmarks for Christians, Muslims and Jews are to be found here in the "Holy Land". However, Israel is not just about religious symbols and, through extensive European influence, the country is also very modern and cosmopolitan. For example, the metropolis of Tel Aviv is well known for its lively nightlife and for its large gay and lesbian scene.
Israel also has a lot to offer when it comes to nature and the different types of vegetation in this country of 22,380 square kilometres have produced all kinds of natural marvels. Amongst these are for example the Negev Desert, the Dead Sea, the golden-yellow beaches of the Mediterranean coast and the varied underwater world of the coral reef of the Red Sea. A lot of tourists take advantage of the many aspects of the country by doing a round trip, which can easily be managed by car thanks to the extensive road network and the short distances involved. Those who want to see the huge variety which this country provides should plan a holiday of 2-3 weeks to take in everything which this unique land in the Middle East has to offer.
The hugely varying kinds of vegetation provide many different ways of getting to know Israel. It is no wonder that the list of highlights seems to be never-ending!
The Crusader town of Acre
Situated 8 metres below the actual town of Acre, the Crusader town of Acre is a genuine archaeological highlight. It was inhabited until the end of the 13th century and has been well preserved to this day. The underground rooms and corridors take you back to the time of the Crusaders and are complemented by the painting to be seen on the walls. A headset guide is available to tell you all you need to know about this underground town.
The Dead Sea
The Dead Sea is actually inland, bordering Israel's western coast. Compared to other seas, the average salt content here of 28% is very high. If you swim in the Dead Sea you will quickly notice that you float on the surface and can hardly sink. The name of the Dead Sea comes from the fact that, with such a high salt content, no underwater life is possible here.
The Old Town of Jerusalem
The Old Town of Jerusalem is well known for its places and objects of interest from different religions. The famous Temple Mount is regarded as the central holy place. Each of the four quarters which the town is divided into reflects life under the different religions and has its own landmarks. Surrounded by its city walls, the Old Town with its religious treasures is quite rightly part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
The Negev Desert
Almost 60% of the area of Israel is situated in the Negev Desert and its different regions with breath-taking natural scenery attract many visitors. Temperatures here can exceed 45 °C, making it well above average. In the middle of the desert is the Ramon Crater which has been formed by erosion. There is a special atmosphere created by the panorama of the desert and this is something which every visitor to Israel should experience.
Best time to travel
Israel is spread across three different climate zones. While temperatures in the Negev Desert are mostly very high, the climate in the north of Israel is moderate and rain falls regularly there. The Mediterranean coast is sub-tropical with an increasing number of rain showers in winter. The best time to travel to Israel for beach holidaymakers is from May to October, with August being the hottest month. It is not unusual for temperatures at the Red Sea to exceed 40 °C in August and the hot desert winds intensify these abnormal temperatures. Those who find this too hot should come to Israel in the early summer, while active holidaymakers should come here in spring or autumn.
Diving and snorkelling
Diving and snorkelling are seen as two of the special attractions of Israel. The town of Eilat in the south of Israel lies on the coast of the Red Sea, which is known for its variety of underwater life and there is an amazing display of corals, fish and other sea life here. Those without their own snorkelling equipment can hire it here and courses and tours are also offered.
Israel is especially good for extensive walks, and hikes in the Negev Desert are particularly popular. A special hiking adventure awaits on the 1050-kilometre long Israel National Trail which runs from Eilat in the south to Dan in the north. This hike takes in the desert, the Mediterranean Sea and the forests of Israel and is a great way to discover the many faces of this fascinating country. (http://www.israel-trail.com/)
It is impossible to come to Israel and not enjoy its unique cuisine which is famous well beyond its borders. Even in Europe there are these days more and more possibilities to try Israeli dishes. As well as Falafel, also very popular is Schackschucka, made of poached eggs in tomato sauce with chilli peppers and onions. With Israeli spices and the famous "Humus" chickpea puree, this country provides a real experience for the taste buds. It is worth visiting the markets in the different regions to try out the culinary variety which Israel has to offer.
Travel tips
Language: It is mainly Hebrew and Arabic which is spoken In Israel. However, tourists need not worry, as the business language here is English and most Israelis are therefore familiar with the English language.
Arrival: Most planes land at Ben Gurion airport in Tel Aviv, but there is also an international airport in Eilat. The flight from Germany for example takes about 4 hours. Controls at the Israeli airports tend to take a long time, so it is advisable to plan extra time for your journey. German, Italian and Spanish travellers are issued with a free visa on arrival, allowing them to remain for up to 3 months in the country. Citizens of many other EU countries do not require a visa.
Transport: Israel has a very good travel infrastructure. Trains, buses and public transport are all seen positively by the Israelis. Those preferring to take a hire car will find many international companies represented here.
Security: In view of the current world security situation it is also necessary to exercise care in Israel. Particular parts of the country, such as the Gaza Strip and the areas around the borders with Syria and Lebanon should generally be avoided by tourists and also in Jerusalem it is advisable to be cautious. In general it is advisable to consult your country's foreign office for advice before leaving. German travellers have the option of contacting either or the Israeli Embassy (www.tel-aviv.diplo.de) to inform themselves of the current situation in the country.
Currency: The currency of Israel is the shekel , with 4.3 shekels approximately corresponding to one euro.
Regions and Places
Israel's capital city of 816,000 inhabitants is a very holy place for many of the world's religions. Within its walls can be found countless landmarks and sacred sites of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, and the Old City in particular has a wide and impressive range of sites illustrating the influences of the various religions. The Wailing Wall in the Old City is an example of a well-known Jewish landmark which is used by many Jews as a site for prayer. In East Jerusalem very important sites of the Islamic religion can be found on the Temple Mount, such as the Temple of the Rock and the Mosque of al-Aqṣā. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City of Jerusalem is regarded as one of the most important sacred sites of Christianity.
Nazareth in Galilee is another town which is heavily influenced by religion. Nowadays the town is mainly inhabited by Israeli Arabs. However, as the birthplace of Jesus, Nazareth is of particular importance to the Christian faith. Many Christian pilgrims come to this holy place each year in particular to visit the Basilica of the Annunciation and the Church of Saint Gabriel. A chain of hills encircles the town, which is characterised by small alleyways and shops.
Tel Aviv-Jaffa
The town of Tel Aviv-Jaffa is the tourist destination of choice in Israel with its wide variety of attractions for all kinds of holiday. Together with fantastic beaches, there are many historical attractions to be found here. The town is characterised by its white buildings constructed in the Bauhaus style and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Many artists and musicians have made this their home and holidaymakers become aware of this, for example, in the form of Street Art. Tel Aviv is also well known for its lively nightlife, and countless trendy clubs attract partygoers as well as the gay community into this vibrant town. From Tel Aviv the old district of Jaffa, called "Old Jaffa" can be admired, but it is well worth making the effort to go there. With its small alleyways and its unique boutiques and restaurants, the district is ideal for a relaxed day-trip.
Haifa is an industrial town in the north of Israel with an impressive setting on the northern side of Mount Carmel, which guarantees fantastic views from almost everywhere in the town. Haifa attracts many visitors as a coastal resort, but also because of its tourist attractions which are well worth seeing. The Hanging Gardens of Bahai are the star attraction with amazing garden terraces on different levels around the shrine of Bab, a holy burial place of the Bahai faith. The site is very well kept and the green gardens are really something special, and not just for gardening enthusiasts.
The town of Eilat lies on the Red Sea in the south of Israel. With its very good tourist infrastructure, this resort is especially popular with fans of underwater sports. Every year countless divers and snorkelers are attracted to the coral reef here with its enormous range of underwater species. Also very popular is Dolphin Reef where it is possible to observe dolphins in their natural habitat and even swim and dive with them. The town is in the south of the Negev Desert which affects the climate, which is sunny and warm all year round, and also the landscape of Eilat. Near to the town is the National Park of Timna where the old copper mines can be admired throughout the park.
The tourist town of Tiberias offers a large variety of attractions and activities to its visitors and with its many hotels has plenty of accommodation for tourists. Directly located at the Sea of Galilee, Tiberias offers a unique view of this lake, which can be explored on a boat tour with the so-called Jesus boat. The lake can also be used to take a cooling dip in the water. Otherwise, this is a place to relax, for example in the Tiberias Hot Springs where you can wind down after an action-packed day. As an alternative, you can visit the Hammam Suleiman Museum and learn all about the history of Turkish baths in Israel.
The harbour town of Acre is in the north of Israel. The influence of many different rulers and religions has ensured that the town has a lot of varied sides to it, together with a multitude of historical treasures. Surrounded by its town walls, Acre has its own individual charm, with narrow alleyways, interesting markets and local restaurants all helping to create a very special kind of holiday. A visit to the Templar Tunnel will take you back in time and in this 350-metre long underground tunnel you can find information about the order of the Templars which built it.
About the beaches
The beaches of Israel vary enormously, which is mainly due to the fact that its coastline includes three different seas and also a lake which attracts many swimming holidaymakers every year. The varied beaches have something to offer everybody, whether on the coast or at the lake.
Mediterranean Coast
The beaches on Israel's Mediterranean coast are especially popular and every year thousands of holidaymakers come to the many resorts in this region. The beaches here are particularly suitable for holidaymakers looking for peace and quiet, but also for water-sports enthusiasts.
As one of Israel's best-known towns, Tel Aviv is home to many attractive beaches. The Frishman Beach is regarded as the nicest of all and attracts lots of visitors, particularly in the mornings. Gordon Beach is very lively and has a lot to offer in terms of food and drink. Those looking for a relaxed, peaceful day at the beach should head for Haifa where the Hof Hashaket Beach is seen as the quietest beach in the country.
Red Sea
To the south, Israel is bordered by the Red Sea, which is well known for its colourful underwater scene and its unique coral reef which leaves divers and snorkelers spellbound. At Coral Beach in the resort of Eilat the underwater world can be seen at its best. This lovely beach runs parallel to the coral reef and offers a very special experience not just to water-sports fans, but also to families. Snorkelling equipment is available at the beach to take advantage of this underwater world and its many different species.
Another beach of Eilat certainly worth mentioning is Dolphin Reef Beach from where you can admire dolphins in their natural habitat. If that is not enough for you, there are snorkelling and diving tours on offer, giving you the chance to get very close to these friendly sea mammals. An area of water with access to the open sea allows the dolphins to come and go as they please.
Dead Sea
One of Israel's special highlights is the Dead Sea which, with an average salt content of 28%, is one of the most salty seas in the world. This makes going underwater here practically impossible and if you swim in the Dead Sea you will quickly notice that you have the feeling of floating on the surface. The beaches are notable for their black mud which is supposed to be good for the skin. Near to Ein Gedi is Mineral Beach which is a real paradise for relaxation. A natural sulphur pool provides a cosy, warm water temperature and you can completely switch off here with a massage at the beach.
Sea of Galilee
The Sea of Galilee, also known as the Lake of Gennesaret, is in the north of Israel. Boat trips on the lake itself are available and there are attractive beaches here to tempt visitors. Although a small entrance payment has to be made at most of the beaches, this guarantees that the beaches are clean and have a good tourism infrastructure, for example at Tzemach Beach on the southern tip of the lake. There is plenty on offer here for water-sports fans and for children there is lots of fun to be had at the water park. Kibbutz Ein Gev Strand on the eastern side of the lake is another impressive beach and one of the best on the whole lake thanks to its infrastructure.
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Why is the gutter cleaning important?
It is a hard to ignore the fact gutters play very important role in sanitation setup and structural wholeness of you house and regular gutter cleaning is a necessary job to do if you want to save yourself from the hectic and much costly task of gutter repairs.
And before doing that you should have an exact idea what gutter do. Their one purpose is to direct the flow of rainwater of your roof, down to drain. In spite of their importance, most of the time they are neglected and are forgotten to get cleaned. One thing should be understood that if gutters get clogged or broken, then it can cause serious problems related to structural destruction and hygiene. That's why many a gutter company should be hired to clean your gutters at least on annual basis.
Read further to understand the importance of doing cleaning the gutters and how to avoid the gutter repair.
Importance of Gutter cleaning:
Let's face the reality! Most of us don't pay heed to clean our home gutter system unless it stops working and we have to go for gutter repairs. Some of the problems which are discussed below will tell you will tell you what will happen if you don't pay attention to this issue.
- Leakage in Basements and Cracked Foundations: Once your gutters get clogged and stuck with the dirt, it can lead to serious problems. Water starts to accumulate and could not able to pass due to clogging of gutter. This can cause the leaks in basement and moisture can cause weakening of footings. Solution is absolute and easy, that is gutter cleaning.
- Animals and insect's invasion: Due to accumulation of water in areas where there is too much debris can welcome insects and animals of many type. If you don't call the gutter company even now for cleaning out the passage of gutters, you should get ready for invasion of mice, cockroaches, mosquitoes, and other creatures like that.
- Rots of wood: The debris which is getting piled up in the passage ways and foundations can absorb the water content on the fascia board. This moisture can badly damage the roof sealing and framing. The water is carried up to the fascia from the bottom surface of gutter due to presence of debris. Many people will have to spend a lot of money to get gutter repair and fixing the rotted woods instead of taking help of workers of gutter company which certainly costs less, only because of ignoring thein time maintenance of gutters. More details here: http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/rooms-and-spaces/exterior/tips-for-cleaning-and-repairing-gutters
Don't try to ignore the significance of gutter cleaning in order to save your sanitation and drainage system from any bigger damage like gutter repairs, which might cause the loss of hundreds of dollars. The more cost effective and efficient process is to hire a gutter company like Action Gutters which will cause you to pay a lot less money as compared to that which you have to spend on gutter repair later and you will get the service annually.


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Release Date: 31 August 1949 (UK)
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