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Black Friday Blues
Nobody Wonders…
Why ANYONE in their right mind would go shopping on Black Friday at Wal-Mart?
And yet, millions put down their forks and scarf down mom's pumpkin pie early in the morning just so that they can be first in line when the Black Friday Sales start.
My husband and I went into Wal-Mart around 11p.m today. It was pretty empty. But somebody had been working hard overnight to stock all the sale items onto the aisles. Sales that…were certainly not worth standing in line for an hour to buy. But, AMAZINLY people will stand in line for TVs, or a toy that they know their kid want for Christmas.
If they save $50 dollars they feel like they've REALLY done something great. Really, just pay the $50 and go at a less crowded time.
I don't understand it.
For instance: There was Tupperware set, boxes and boxes of them on sale. It usually sold for $19.00 and was on sale for $7.99. REALLY? Who doesn't have Tupperware already? And then I think: more than I might know.
I often ask myself, if Wal-Mart was selling one of those $300 dollar mixers for $100.00 would I too stand in line for it?
Would I risk getting a disease from South America, or bruises from a kicked shin? Would I stand in line for hours just to get to the kitchen aisle and see they were all sold out?
My mixer bit the dust years ago. I've been using a hand mixer, which works just fine. The other day, I saw a mixer with a bowl for $24.00. Sure, you have to turn the bowl yourself, it's certainly not for someone who spends hours every day cooking, but that's not me. I bought it and couldn't be happier.
Think about it: You rarely have to mix anything more than 5 minutes. How hard it that?
When my hand breaks and I can't turn the bowl any longer, there's always TV dinners.
And you know what? Even if I DID cook every day, I really think those mixers are way overpriced. China truly is ripping us off.
Another pet peeve of mine is the new America sales scam:
Like—SALE! 50% off! Was $250.00, now only $150.00!
Which is the price it normally is, if you shop at the store and know. And they do this with clothes, appliances, well, just about everything.
I call it the, "You think you are saving money, but you're NOT!" scam.
Are any of the companies reprimanded for false advertising? No.
Or how about the "Buy one get one half off!" (Or free as the Clintons used to say.)
(In Clinton's case, we will be paying for them, the rest of our lives.)
Trust me, you are paying for both.
But people fall for these scams. Woman especially LOVE to brag how they got something, ANYTHING, on sale. As if, that makes them special. As IF, that makes them smart.
As if.
Still, the economy is SO bad, inflation and the price of food SO high, that the luxuries that you can't afford go on sale just one day a year…you'd better be there.
For some people, that truly is the norm. And to have these sales one day a week, is…close to cruel. People go wild. They get all excited, like they are drunk with anticipation. It's social engineering at it's finest. They make you WANT it. DESIRE IT.
And while I'm ranting about people standing in line to get bargains, I actually am guilty of that:
Today my family stood in line for over an hour to eat Thanksgiving Dinner at Cracker Barrel. It was great, reasonably priced, and best yet: no dishes. What's great about Cracker Barrel, they have a store that you can amuse yourself with while you're waiting.
There's nothing like a home-cooked Thanksgiving turkey dinner, don't get me wrong. But, what's most important is to spend time with those you love.
And it seems, in some cases: SHOP with them too.
Now, excuse me while I get ready for my Black Friday.
I'm raking leaves.
The Twilight Zone of American Denial
Nobody Wonders
Do you ever feel like you're in the Twilight Zone? My husband and I went to a Vitamin Store today to get some protein stuff that my husband likes to make sometimes. We went to the nearest Vitamin Store, about five minutes from the house.
Okay…you might ask? So you went to a mall? At LEAST you didn't get shot at, look at the good side. Tonight in a Mall in Washington near Seattle, four people were shot by an "Hispanic", but I wasn't too concerned about getting shot, because this Mall is a ghost town. When it opened, 13 years ago, it was full of shops and people. NOW…there are only two stores left (and an IMAX): The Vitamin Store, and Cabela's. And Cabela's doesn't have to pay taxes because it claims it's a museum, due to the clever idea that they put stuffed deer and wolves and bears everywhere.
Anyway, That's it. I'm seriously thinking about bidding for those stuffed mountain lions and buffalos so that I can turn MY house into a museum. And pay no more taxes. What do you think? I have quite a collection of sea shells in the basement. I could start getting my dead parakeets stuffed, like Mrs. Edison did…anyway, I'm off the subject. I could even have myself stuffed when I die. That should draw a crowd.
The middle-age guy working the store all by himself, you could tell, was so bored that he started talking real fast, in hopes that we would stick around. Out of the blue, he starting talking about his new 16-month-old son, (Whom he named Thaddeus after Thor, go figure that out.) and WHY he thought all the malls in the United States were closing down, because we wanted to know just how much longer the store was going to stay open.
He wasn't sure.
"Everybody shopping online now." He said. "That's why all the malls are closing down."
"You don't think the economy or the fact that this is about ten minutes away from Ferguson has anything to do with it?" I asked.
"No. Here's the truth. All the remaining Malls in St. Louis are by major highways."
The fact that TWO major highways passed right by the mall, and it was rush hour, and we were the only three people in the mall didn't seem to register. I was hearing Rod Sterling say.
Doo, do, do do…do do do do…
"Thaddeus's father, deep in thought, doesn't know it yet, but he will soon learn the lesson…that he's NOT on another planet, and sometimes, things are not what they seem. No, Thaddeus's father will soon learn, that home is not always were the heart is, but…online."
As he was talking, I was remembering the conversation I had with my friend Mona today. We talked about how the blacks for the last eight Obama years, would just walk into a store, take whatever they wanted, and walk out. They were never prosecuted, and sometimes, on a Saturday night, looting at the Mall was the most exciting thing happening. She and I both agreed, that with daily looting, and the simple fact that people didn't have much money to spend anymore, the stores just couldn't keep in business. Especially in depressed places where there are more minorities.
But, I kept my mouth shut.
"With online shopping, you don't have a sales tax." said the guy.
"No" I said. "But the shipping prices are pretty much the same expense" And having been a 'girl' all my life, shopping online for clothes is nothing to compare with trying something on. Not only do you have the WAIT for the package to get there, if you don't like it, you have to send it back and pay for the shipping. It's like a DOUBLE tax.
Yes, I felt like I was in the Twilight Zone. This man, could not fathom the reality of the destruction of the American economy. Even though, he probably had to bring his lunch to work because the food court was dark, and the Merry-Go-Round in the middle was begging to be moved to a Stephen King movie.
As we walked out the door, I yelled back. "Be sure and take lot of movies of Thaddeus!"
He gave me the funniest look.
I should have added "You can get a really nice camera online!"
But, I was still,.in the Twilight Zone of American Denial.
Ben Stein—We'd Rather Be with Farris
Nobody's Opinion
It's apparent: The rich watch too much TV. I was thinking about that today. How do they get the idea that America is doing really well? They come on our TV's and assure us everything is fine…don't worry, our economy is just fine. They all must hang out at the same places, the best restaurants, and you have to wonder…do they even look out their limo windows? They only see the ghettos when Blacks decide to riot? What? Do they think Baltimore, Detroit, St. Louis…really are just a small part of the American universe?
After all, they see mostly beautiful houses all day long. It's getting hard for me to imagine their disconnect.
Yesterday, I was cleaning the kitchen, and I was searching for something to listen to on my cheap little telly…and there was Ben Stein, on some FOX show. Ben Stein is the genius of conservatives. Most people knew him as the teacher in the movie Ferris Bueller's Day Off…but he actually use to write speeches for Nixon and Ford. Most importantly, and not mentioned much, is he was a graduate of Yale Law School..in fact he was Valedictorian.
Ben Stein, has made some really astute observations, like this one about Richard Nixon:
Can anyone even remember now what Nixon did that was so terrible? He ended the war in Vietnam, brought home the POWs, ended the war in the Mideast, opened relations with China, started the first nuclear weapons reduction treaty, saved Eretz Israel's life, started the Environmental Protection Administration. Does anyone remember what he did that was bad?
Oh, now I remember. He lied. He was a politician who lied. How remarkable. He lied to protect his subordinates who were covering up a ridiculous burglary that no one to this date has any clue about its purpose. He lied so he could stay in office and keep his agenda of peace going. That was his crime. He was a peacemaker and he wanted to make a world where there was a generation of peace. And he succeeded.
That is his legacy. He was a peacemaker. He was a lying, conniving, covering up peacemaker. He was not a lying, conniving drug addict like JFK, a lying, conniving war starter like LBJ, a lying, conniving seducer like Clinton—a lying, conniving peacemaker.
Love of God and compassion and empathy leads you to a very glorious place, and science leads you to killing people.
He also called Obama a racist…
What's not to like about Ben Stein? Ben Stein has written stuff that has put tears in my eyes, and that hasn't happened since Bambi lost his mother.
So, when Ben Stein said yesterday that the dollar was strong, and the economy was strong, I almost threw the spoon down the garbage disposal, while my hand was still attached.
How can such a brilliant man say such a stupid thing? I thought to myself.
But, then, sadly, to me, the answer is obvious. Imagine…a day in the life of Ben Stein. He gets up, maybe reads the Wall Street Journal, The Times, and perhaps a few dozen other papers online, and maybe writes a column or two. He sees the same cable news that we all do, so, you have to wonder, how he came to this conclusion?
There is only one answer: To the rich, the Ben Stein's of the world, the rich connected to D.C. elites, America IS Wall Street. They judge America on the stock market, on their portfolios', on the strength of their money in their banks. Appearing on FOX news is just a lot of fun to the man like Ben Stein. A man, well connected enough to the global cabal in Washington D.C. that he honestly believes that it's Wall Street that determines the health of our nation. Big business, big government, has worked well in Ben's world. It's the only history he knows. In his world, America will never change, as long as the right money men remain in power.
What else can it be?
And it's not just Ben Stein. I don't know how many times I watched Sheppard Smith whoopeeing his wins in his stock market portfolio…during his news reports.
After 9.11, the Fed just kept pumping money and the poor got poorer and the rich got richer, and somehow, Ben Stein thinks that now…That worked pretty well. The economy is good.
Nobody ask him…FOR WHO?
No…rich men like Ben Stein, are in a dream world where if THEY are doing well…that means America is doing well.
Maybe I didn't hear him right. It was a stupid thing to say, for such a 'knowledgeable' man. After all, I guess he doesn't care that America's debt is over 20 trillion, and WHAT school taught him economics, can we ask with a straight face?
Nobody Wonders…..when was the last time Ben Stein got out of his house in Beverly Hills? Maybe if we all had just a little bit of Ben Stein's money, we'd think the economy is doing great too.
In the meantime, I think I'll skip the Ben Stein's "America is doing great" class. Down here in real life, Ben's money fell off the back of the cliff so long ago, nobody will ever find it.
Did YOU Lose Money Today? It's Okay…says the Big Cheese at the Top.
Nobody Flashes
I love it. The Stock market takes a big chunk out of the middle class 401K's, but the billionaires are pretty happy, because now they can go in and buy up everything at bargain prices!
So, what news this day, from the man who OWNS the only conservative channel on cable? He hates Donald Trump so much, he wants his other rich buddy, the X-Mayor King of New York, to run for President: He tweeted:
"With Trump becoming very serious candidate, it's time for next billionaire candidate, Mike Bloomberg to step into ring. Greatest mayor."
Greatest mayor? Rupert must be hanging out among the boobs in Times Square. Can you imagine what 'laws' President Bloomberg would pass?
Bloomberg lives in London now. What? Does Rupert just want free rides on Air Force One? Is he missing his friend? Or is this just another attempt at getting Jeb and Hillary back in the saddle?
When the owner of FOX news and FOX sports, and the man who owns The Wall Street Journal and the New York Post, wants the country ruled by liberals, that should tell you something.
The RICH, do not want Donald Trump in power. Jeb, Hillary, Bloomberg would be their puppets.
In the meantime, we are being told, "Don't worry! You'll get your money back! It always comes back!"
Right. You can wait…another decade right? Just like our lame political process…they expect us to WAIT..for things to get better, and it…never happens.
Nobody's Fool: Greg Palast
Nobody's Fool
Here's someone to explain the fact that what we are hearing about the Greeks are all wrong: Greece was set up by the bankers to "fail" so that the billionaires could come in and buy up the Greek assets for pennies on the dollar. I'm sure they are looking to do the same thing here.
Which is why Hillary already sold our uranium to Putin.
Greg Palast is an investigative reporter. So congratulations Greg! You win the Nobody's Fool Award for the week, for helping explain this whole Banksters rip-off to the people over here who are talking about …how Jeb Bush thinks we should all work longer hours.
Sure Jeb. If only the 100 million out of work could find a job, we're all for it!
(And thanks to Alex Jones)
Who Closed Down The NYSE?
Nobody Wonders
Most of us who read the news have figured out, that Wall Street had some big players who rigged the system long before the crash of 2008, by building a special internet system that got to certain servers owned by certain banks. While it cost them 'millions' to build, they knew that even getting information a few seconds before everyone else would give them the 'edge.' These 'players' received information faster than anybody else, thereby giving them first bids on trading. I read this in Vanity Fair, whose article I do not have in front of me but because this is a blog not a newspaper item, sorry.
Someday I'll hire a researcher. (LOL!)
I mention it, because I was amazed when I read it. It fit in with our Presidents (George W., Bill Clinton and Obama) handing over the U.S. treasury to Goldman's Sachs Presidents. Have you noticed that hardly ANYBODY anywhere has found this Executive closeness to Wall Street and the Feds a bit…suspicious?
Like I said, I only read about it in Vanity Fair.
Now, China is on the verge of their own 2008, where the little guy is going to lose a lot of money. The E.U. is in a panic…the Euro is in trouble, Greece is about to depart so…this will cause a panic, which they don't want.
What would the big boys do who control the banks?
Would shutting it down the New York Stock Exchange stop the bleeding? Just tell the public it's a minor thing, don't worry, be happy.
And nobody knows what happened. (sure)
The Euro is an important part of the global government plans and so, NOBODY WONDERS…just WHO closed down the New York Stock Exchange to make sure that the right parties did NOT lose big money.
Who buys that there was a computer glitch?
Nobody Wonders.
Nobody's Fool: David Knight
Nobody's Fool
What came first, the chicken or the egg? Did the elites PLAN to outlaw cash and therefore, invented the debit card so that cash could slowly be erased from the planet?
I can't tell you how many young people I have talked to brag about how EASY it is to pay all their bills online. Having anybody reach into my stash of cash at the bank STILL gives me the willies…what you are basically doing is telling your uncle to go into your house, and take the cash he needs every month, and you will trust that he takes only what he needs, with you not there.
It's clear, that the banks want to completely get rid of cash. There are too many people who can make ends met, or trade among themselves with cash transactions, and the bankers and politicians HATE it.
And here, David Knight gives proof of what the Banks want to do.
When all the cash is controlled by banks alone, it's not going to be pretty. Nothing will be able to keep them out of your bank account if they so choose.
We ARE being forced into it…and they are trying to make everyone buy their necessities by offering you cash back incentives. They are paying you to not use cash.
When our ability to trade with currency is gone, so along goes our freedom to survive on our own.
Sadly– most everyone in the world thinks this is a natural evolution of our wonderful technology. (Idiots)
So, Congratulations David Knight! You win the Nobody's Fool Award for the week, for at least trying to wake people.
Good luck with that.
Nobody Gets Dazed and Confused
Nobody Flashes
I was standing in line at my local cable company today, because they had just told me my "introductory" rates were over and I now had to pay another $100 for services, when I just couldn't help myself—-
I started a conversation with the man in front of me.
It seems, he was an insurance broker and the first words out of his mouth were, "They really screwed everything up with Obamacare." As I listened to the man, he was complaining that nobody knew what was going on, the doctors were refusing to "lower" their rates, and therefore, many people were going to hospitals and doctors, where they were NOT covered and didn't even know it. He couldn't get answers from anyone, and everybody was paying MORE money, and well…to be fair, I did start the conversation with, "What do you do?"
So, there I was…there to cancel my phone and Cable service, but I had to keep the internet, which of course also went up another $30 dollars, and I was realizing the vast network of money being sucked up by everyone that can.
When it was finally my turn, I asked the lady why my internet kept going up, and she shrugged.
"Well, how about I cancel it, and then go home, and join up again for the introductory price and save myself thirty dollars a month?" I said.
"That sounds like too much trouble." she said.
So, because I truly do need the internet, I decided to go home and think about it.
This is such everyday stuff I know, and boring, but Americans are having to make these decisions every day, because everything is going up…and the salaries are not. It's like we are all trapped in one of those movies where the people are at the bottom of a well, and the water is rising, and they keep trying to keep their heads above the water and then there's screaming…AHAHHHHH!!!
That's me.
Which is what I feel like doing today. Scream. My Santa Fee broke down last Saturday, in the middle of a very popular main drag, and luckily, my girlfriend had AAA or I would have had to pay a big tow fee. And I was feeling guilty about it…the dealer had told me that at 60,000 miles I needed to replace the timing belt…which of course was $600. But I thought…WHY? My old Pontiac Firebird went on for over 125,000 miles without me having to do anything to it but change the oil and tires.
So…I didn't get it done.
I found out today, from the garage it was towed to, that it was going to cost over $800. Timing belt had to be replaced along with the OTHER thing that broke. (Some kind of drive shaft)
"So" I asked," I should have had the timing belt replaced like everyone says and this wouldn't have happened? "
"Well, no." he said. "We might have replaced the timing belt and not seen this and you would have had to bring it back and it would have cost you even more."
So, here's the deal.
They say, all the 'sensors' in all these new cars are the problem. They may all do great things, but the parts in them? They break.
Thomas Edison made a light bulb that shone for over 100 years, and they use to make cars that did not have to have major engine work every 60,000 miles. I know, I have owned a few.
What don't I get?
Nobody Remembers The First Meeting of the Federal Reserve
Nobody Remembers
"If the American people ever allow private banks to control the issue of their currency, first by inflation, then by deflation, the banks and the corporations which grow up around them will deprive the people of all property until their children wake up homeless on the continent of their fathers"…Thomas Jefferson
By now, we all know how our many recent past Presidents worshiped the Federal Reserve Chairman's, and how this private banking organization called the Federal Reserve controls our whole economy…at least some of us do.
The average man doesn't think much about the Federal Reserve because, besides Ron Paul, you won't catch ANYBODY anywhere saying anything against it. No politician dares speak of it.
So, I thought I'd take an excerpt out of Judge Napolitano's book, It Is Dangerous to be Right when the Government is Wrong, to help us all remember, the true history of the Federal Reserve, and how it has been the cause of so much misery.
On November 22nd, 1010, Senator Nelson W. Aldrich (R-Rhode Island), with five companions, set forth under assumed names in a privately chartered railroad care from Hoboken, New Jersey, to Jekyll Island, Georgia, allegedly on a duck-hunting expedition. The need to maintain secrecy was extremely important to the men who were aboard the train traveling to J.P. Morgan's private retreat at the Jekyll Island Club. The full guest list would be later revealed as including Senator Aldrich (Rockefeller kinsman,) Henry P. Davison ( a J.P. Morgan partner), Paul Warburg (a Kuhn Loeb & Co. partner), Frank A. Vanderlip (a vice president of Rockefeller's National City Bank of New York), Charles D. Norton (the president of Morgan's First National Bank of New York), and professor A. Piatt Andrew (Head of the National Monetary Commission research staff), who had recently been made an assistant secretary of the treasury under President Taft, and who was a technician with a foot in tin both the Rockefeller and the Morgan camps.
These powerful banking elites would devise the new central banking system and draft what is now known as the Aldrich Plan. The Fed was given a monopoly of the issue of all bank notes: national banks as well as state banks. All nation banks were "forced" to become members of the Federal Reserve System.
A lower interest rate means it is less painful to the government to borrow money. This system led to the national debt ballooning from $2.6 billion in 1910 to $25.9 billion in 1920, which also led to the sharp spike of inflation that followed.
The great nations of the world would abandon the gold standard in order to print money to fund World War II. With the massive debt accrued by European nations to fight the war, as well as the need for the United States to pay its bills for the war, a new monetary sits had to be formed. Shortly after World War II, Lord Keynes and Harry Dexter White, a U.S. Treasury official, propared the plans for a new global financial system. Representatives of the financial rulers of the United Nations assembled in Breton Woods., New Hampshire, and they enacted the new global monetary system.
Massive increase in the money supply or inflation, by way of fractional reserve banking and a fiat based monetary system, causes prices to rise as well as the boom and bust cycle. The people who benefit from this inflationary system are the ones who get their hands on the money first, the banks.
And it's funny….Every day we hear how the Feds will not raise interest rates, because then the government can continue to borrow at 0 percent. I have read way too many articles saying that it's all going to collapse, and soon.
In the meantime, the rich are getting MUCH richer, as if they all know what's coming and like squirrels they are gathering as many nuts as possibly to last out the winter ahead.
The crash of 2008, was basically a major theft of the American people. We really haven't recovered and Obama's policies, Like FDR's has made the economy worse.
Still, thanks to the Fed Chairman's, ..the stock market continues to soar. Good for people who own stock. Not so much, for the majority of the people.
And the dollar, is only worth about 30 cents.
Wouldn't it be something to one day, go to the morning Drudge report, see the pictures of all the men who run and profit from the Federal Reserve, their names, and their incomes?
Nobody Wonders how much they are all worth NOW— don't you?
Nobody's Fool: Ronald Reagan
Nobody's Fool
This week, we have Ronald Reagan Teaching Obama Economics 101.
Nobody's Email: The Obama Dollar
Nobody Gets Email
They are predicting that the dollar bill will soon disappear to be replaced by the Amero. …but according to this email, it's already been replaced with…the Obama coupon:
(Thanks to Kris)
Nobody's Fool: Molotov Mitchell—Explains Greed
Nobody's Fool
This video was made during the occupy Wall Street fiasco, but…it's so brilliant, I think they should play it to high school classes. (Fat Chance)
Enjoy the master, Molotov Mitchell, who not only educates, but entertains with delightful fun.
Molotov, you ARE the epitome of Nobody's Fool.
(LOL! Like Molotov even knows who I am.)
Nobody's Email: The Day When Your Happy Meal Is No Longer Happy
Nobody Get's Email:
Hey, here's an email that I did not check out on Snopes, (okay, I admit, I never check out emails on Snopes.) but I think that Bill Downey has something here:
On the other hand….I could do a blog about this…and I probably already did!
$20 Hamburgers or minimum wage?
For those fast food employees striking for $15 an hour, let's do some math.
At $15 an hour Johnny Fry-Boy would make $31,200 annually.
An E1 (Private) in the military makes $18,378.
An E5 (Sergeant) with 8 years of service only makes $35,067 annually.
So you're telling me, Sally McBurgerflipper, that you deserve as much as those kids getting shot at, deploying for months in hostile environments, and putting their collective asses on the line every day protecting your unskilled butt!?
Here's the deal, Baconator, you are working in a job designed for a kid in high school who is learning how to work and earning enough for gas, and hanging out with their equally goofy high school pals. If you have chosen this as your life long profession, you have failed.
Best regards,
Bill Downey
Nobody Remembers Huey Long
Nobody Remembers
Rupert Murdoch was on FOX today, and the discussion was about Scotland's independence, and somehow the subject got around to why people all over the world were upset: He basically said that the rich are getting much richer, and the poor are getting poorer.
Things never seem to change do they? The elites of the world have always controlled the money, but now, the little people in EVERY country, are just about fed up with how they have mucked it all up.
As long as the little guy's life got better, he could have cared less about how rich the Duponts, or the Rockefeller's, or even Rupert Murdoch got. But, since the great crash of 2008, the people of the world have watched the rich elites get richer, while everyone else had to make do with much less than before.
The masses are NOT happy, and Scotland is just the tip of the iceberg.
So, I thought it would be a good time to remember a senator named Huey Long. Huey was a democratic Senator from Louisiana in 1935, (during the first depression) and here are a few things he said on a radio address given in January, 1935. You will be reminded of how little the democratic party has changed:
"We ran Mr. Roosevelt for the presidency of the Unites States because he promised to us by word of mouth and in writing:
- That the size of the big man's fortune would be reduced so as to give the masses at the bottom enough to wipe out all poverty: and
- That the hours of labor would be reduced that all would share in the work to be done and in consuming the abundance mankind produced.
What these promises meant was:"Share our wealth."
When I saw him spending all his time of ease and recreation with the business partners of Mr. John D. Rockefeller Jr, with such men as the Astors, etc, maybe I ought to have had better sense than to have believed he would ever break down their big fortunes to give enough to them masses to end poverty. Millions of people were fooled at the same time.
Huey was very upset that Roosevelt didn't deliver his promises. So he decided to start the Share Our Wealth Society in every state, in hopes to out both parties and put himself in as President.
He goes on:
- The Fortunes of the multimillionaires and billionaires shall be reduced so that no one person shall own more than a few million dollars to the person.
- We propose to limit the amount any one man can earn in one year or inherit to $1 million to the person.
- With that money we will provide a home and the comforts of home, with such common conveniences as radio and automobile for every family in America, free of debt.
- We guarantee food and clothing and employment for everyone who should work by shortening the hours of work to thirty hours per week, and to eleven months per year.
- .All education would be free. Even college. Why have the right to a college education depend upon whether the father or mother is so well to do as to send a boy or girl to college.
- A pension to everyone over 60.
- Forgive everybody's debt.
The few own everything, the masses own nothing.
I imagine Huey would be very popular with Obama if he were alive today, and Harry Reid would have serious competition.
What happened to Huey? At the height of his power, Huey was shot by an assassin.
Of course, Huey's ideas are nothing new. He was popular in his day. According to Wikipedia, he did a lot of good things for Louisiana for the short time he was there. Many of Huey's wildest dreams of wealth redistribution have actually been put in place by the democratic party.
And if he were alive today, he would be saying the very same things, and I'm sure would have just as big a following as he did in 1935.
Getting back to Rupert Murdoch and Scotland—Nobody has quite figured out how to stop the rich elites from grabbing all the power and wealth, while millions of other people lead lives of "quiet desperation." We don't need to take the money from the rich, we just need the rich to stop stacking the deck in their favor.
Figure THAT out, and you'd have a whole new world.


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New Braunfels Herald Zeitung (Newspaper) - May 3, 1995, New Braunfels, Texas 6 A ■ Heraid-Zeitung ■ Wednesday, May 3,1995Arts & Entertainment THE ART OF THE MATTER Schedule of Events SATURDAY, MAY 6 Conservation Society: 10 a.m.-11 a.m.: Barron Schlameus and Polka Band 11 a.m.-Noon: Hill Country Celli Band Noon-12:30 p.m.: Dr. Gene Howard—John Wayne Impersonator 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m.: Kindertanzen I p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Dr. Gene Howard—John Wayne Impersonator 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: New Braunfels Village Brass Band 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.: Der Klein Steins 3:30 p.m.-4 p.m.: New Braunfels German Folkdancers 4 p.m.-5 p.m.: New Braunfels Village Brass Band 5 p.m.-5:30 p.m.: Dr. Gene Howard—John Wayne Inpersonator 5:30 p.m.-6 p.m.: Die Cloggin Meisters and the Hill Country Line Dancers Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture II a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Carl Schurz Maypole Dancers 11:30 a.m.-Noon: Barron Schlameus and Polka Band Noon-1 p.m.: Harmonic Gemischter Chor 1 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Kinderchor 1:30 p.m.-2 p.m.: Kinderchor Alumni 2 p.m.-3 p.m.: Hill Country Celli Band 3 p.m.-4 p.m.: Comal County Community Band 4 p.m.-5 p.m.: Hill Country Celli Band SUNDAY, MAY 7 Conservation Society: 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Barron Schlameus and Polka Band 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Hill Country Celli Band 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m.: Community Chorale 1 p.m.-2 p.m.: Oma and the Oompahs 2 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: South Texas Sound 2:30 p.m.-3 p.m.: Ballet Folklorica 3 p.m.-4 p.m.: Hill Country Celli Band 4 p.m.-5 p.m.: Ed Kadlecek and the Village Band Museum of Texas Handmade Furniture: 11 a.m.-11:30 arn.: Jim Johnson, Organ Grinder 11:30 a.rn.-12:30 p.m.: Mariachi Cardenas 12:30 pjn.-1 p.m.: Barron Schlameus and Polka Band 1 p.m.-1:30 pm.: South Texas Sound 1:30 pm.-2:30 p.m.: Hill Country Celli Band 2:30 pm.-3:00 p.m.: Dan McCoy 3 p.m.-4 pm.: Oma and the Oompahs 4 p.m.-4:30 pm.,: Ballet Folklorica Circle Arts Theatre going big time by planning musical "Hello Dolly"Catch the blues Catch The Solid Senders at Freiheit Country Store this Saturday (May 6). This four-piece traditional blues band will get you moving. They are supporting a new CD "Everything's Gonna Be Alright", and they're just coming back from an overseas tour. Doors open Saturday at 8 p.m. For more information or for directions, call 625-9400 or 620-6953. Circle Arts Theatre is going to "bite the bullet" and produce the spectacular, big-scale musical, "Hello, Dolly!" this summer. "It's a scary project, but we've discovered such good talent over the past year that I think we can pull it off," said executive director Elizabeth Elliott, "especially if we hold auditions early enough." Those auditions are set for Wednesday, May IO, beginning at 7.30 p.m., in the theatre, located in Landa Park. Featured roles exist for six women, ages 20 to 50, and seven men, ages 20 to 60. There's a need for a versatile chorus as well, playing townspeople, waiters, customers, etc. "In other words, the chorus is made ifs a scary project, but wa'va discovered such good talent over the past year that I think we can pull it off, especially if we hold auditions early.'— Elizabeth Elliott up of all those talented performers, who dress up the stage and add so much to the picture, the sound, and the energy," said Elliott. The story of the show is based on Thornton Wilder's play, "The Matchmaker," adapted for the stage by Michael Stewart, with music and lyrics by Jerry Herman. The characters involved are: Dolly Levi, "who has her hand in every business from matrimony to corset repairs"; the penny-pinching Horace Van-dergelder, who's eager for an arranged marriage with Mrs. Molloy; his two downtrodden clerks, Cornelius and Barnaby, who crave adventure in the big city; the lovely widow Irene Molloy, who runs a millinery shop with the help of her zany employee Minnie Fay; and Mr. Vandergelder's niece, Ermengarde, who wants to marry a poor artist named Ambrose. Interested persons should be prepared to sing, bringing their own sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. lf unable to attend the auditions as scheduled, other arrangements to try out may be made by calling 625-4824. year's Young Artist Competition in voice will be featured next as they each perform two classical selections, u i- Chad A. McAlester of Nacogdoches is the winner in the undergraduate competition. Lara B. Harris of Austin is the winner in the graduate competition. After intermission, the program will include selections from "The Phantom of the Opera." McAlester will return to perform "Joey, Joey, Joey" and Hams will sing "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes." The program will close with the playing of the "1812 Overture" and "Stars and Stripes." The Canyon High School Band, under the direction of George Arnold, will join the orchestra for these two selections. McAlester, a lyric baritone, is a student at Stephen F. Austin State University where he is a senior. McAlester, 22, has studied for three and half years with Dr. Hic Berry. He has appeared in five operas with Stephen F. Austin Opera. Harris, a mezzo soprano, is a student at Southwest Texas State University where she is a first-year graduate student. Harris, 24, has studied for five years with Julie Pruett and one year with Leonore Scrgi. She has performed the alto solo part in Handel's "Messiah" and has performed roles in three operas. Tickets for the concert are $9 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and college students, and S3 for students through high school age. They are available at Accents and the New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce. They will also be available at the door. For more information, call 629-0336. "Fiesta Mexicans" features area talent Mid-Texas Symphony holding Pops Concert The Mid-Texas Symphony will pay tribute to the city of New Braunfels on its 150th birthday when it presents its annual Pops Concert on Sunday, May 7, at 4 p.m. in the New Braunfels Civic Center. Maestro Akira Endo has selected a wide range of music for the concert, which is being sponsored by Dennis and Chad Penny McAlester Rhoads and the staff of Rhoad s Interiors. The program will open with marches in a salute to the armed forces and "Bugler's Holiday." The winners of this Some people, especially teachers, just have a way with kids Folkfest entertainment covers wide range of cultural tastes John Wayne impersonator Dr. Gene Howard headlines this year's entertainment. Using Wayne's personna, Howard brings to life the traditional values as he delivers poems from his album, "What Made Amenca Great " "Folkfest will have two stages with constant entertainment going on," Heitkamp said. The fare on those two stages reflects the multicultural face of New Braunfels. From Manachi Cardenas to German Folkdancers to Polka bands — something to suit just about everyone's taste. The Hill Country Celli Band, a new group last year, has returned*."It proved to be a popular group, with Irish, Celtic-type music," Meek said. Children get a special kind of entertainment — they get to live the past. Kids of all ages can watch a variety of craft demonstrations. "It's a really youth-oriented activity," Keitkamp said. Seeing skills like quilting, lace making, chair caning and wine making bring New Braunfels history before our eyes and within our grasp. By SUSAN FLYNT ENGLAND Staff Writer Wursthallc dances to a Mexican beat with New Braunfels' 23rd Cinco de Mayo celebration, "Fiesta Mexicana", Friday and Saturday May 12 and 13. New Braunfels residents can savor Mexican food, hear Tcjano and Mexican music, see the Queen Coronation and much, much more. Sponsored by the Comal Independent Men's Association, the festivities support a truly worthy cause, the CIMA scholarship fund. "We try to give something back, a little entertainment for the money we're donating," CIMA President Armando J. Hernandez said. Fiesta Mexicana draws regional talent and beyond. Super group M AZZ headlines on Friday May 12. Grupo Rodeo also performs Friday from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Rene Zapata y Grupo Presidente and Oscar G. y Sol play Saturday from 7:30 until 12:30. Organizers have an eye for future stars when they book Fiesta's music. Tejano sensation Selena played for New Braunfels' Fiesta a few times, Hernandez said. "We try to get the bands before they hit it big," he said. Fiesta programs include photos of the event's artist. Getting musicians to autograph the pictures has become a Fiesta tradition. The programs become valuable keepsakes when the artists move on to fame and fortune. Local favorites enrich Fiesta's entertainment Mazz will be performing at the Cinco de Mayo celebration May 12. offering. Pura Vida will perform, along with at least two Mariachi bands, including Rosie y los Muchachos and Ecos de America. Fiesta would not be complete without performances by the Compania de Danza Folklorica. Fajita lovers will want to arrive by noon Sat urday when the Fajita cook-off begins. Last year first place was taken by a New Braunfels native now living in Dallas, Hernandez said. "We hope to bring the title home this year," he said. Herb Skoog will judge the fajitas, along with other local celebrities. Saturday's celebration peaks with the Queen Coronation. Young women from local high schools compete for the crown and die scholarship that goes with it. Each is beautiful and wears a gorgeous evening gown. This is not a "beauty contest," though, Hernandez said. The girls work hard to earn points by selling dance tickets; ads, and generating money to help the scholarship hind. They hold car washes, sell tacos, raffle Spurs tickets to earn points, he said. "They're working to further their own education,'' Hernandez said. Admission to Fiesta Mexicana is free. CIMA earns scholarships from dance tickets and concessions sold at the event. "The more money we make the more scholarships we give out," organizer Domingo Vela Jr. said. The money CIMA makes from Fiesta Mexicana goes much further than giving scholarships alone. The organization sponsors delegates to Boys State and Girls State. Once a pre-school for disadvantaged kids was in desperate need of books. "We took that on as a project," Hernandez said. Sometimes CIMA is able to give IO scholarships to the three area high schools, he said. CIMA is a faithful participant in such events as Wurstfest and the Comal County Fair. "CIMA is an all volunteer organization," Hernandez said. "We like to emphasize service to the local community." Life's funny, isn't it. Fact is, sometimes it's a laugh out loud! More often, though, it's a wry, wistful smile provoked by the ironies of fate or circumstance. We have every indication and belief that we're prepared to do or be what we desire. We see others with those goodies, others, not nearly as capable. Often, it takes a whole lifetime to understand why. But sometimes, the things we wish for or want to be are found in the world of make-believe called theatre. Cathy Clark recently lived her "wannabe" there, when she played mother to TWENTY youngsters! (Not that Cathy wants THAT many of her own!...one or two would do nicely, thank you.) But never have the "Orphans on the Guadalupe" had a more believable "Mama"! And the "mothering" didn't stop onstage. The backstage crew were grateful for her adept assistance in them critique themselves! (Hmmm, I wonder if that would work with adults.) The Other Cathy-Dwellers You'll find them onstage, happily, quite often. The wonderful characters who have lived inside her, who've been given breath and substance because of her: a Scottish maid, a fairy tale princess, Auntie Marne's comical secretary, Agnes Gooch, a pioneer woman, Daddy Waibuck's faithful Grace, the brilliant comedic role of the British actress in "Noises Off," the definitive Sister Amnesia in "Nunsense," and so many more! If they get the Heraid-Zeitung in heaven, there's probably some person, waiting to be bom, thinking, "Wow, she'd make a really great Mom!" Amen. So be it! (Elizabeth Elliott is a guest columnist for the Heraid-Zeitung, writing on the arts and humanities.) By SUSAN FLYNT ENGLAND Staff Writer Williamsburg, New Braunfels style that's what Conservation Plaza becomes Saturday and Sunday for Folkfest 95. Folkfest is an extravaganza of learning through fun. From music to fixxl to dancing to hands-on participation, guests don't just look at history — they Dr. Gene jump right into it. Howard Folk fest's purpose is to present and conserve culture of the community through history, Director Dennis Heitkamp said. Throughout the weekend New Braunfels' heritage will be portrayed through a huge variety of entertainments. "There are so many different things, it's unbelievable," Entertainment Chair Michael Meek said. meant to be (occupation-wise) what we are. I suspect there are plumbers who wish they were poets, but they're smart enough to know there's more money in elbow joints than iambic pentameter. Cathy Clark was meant to be a teacher. She teaches music at Mountain Valley Elementary, where 777 students come under her tuneful guidance at least twice a week! A few years ago, Cathy established the 6th grade choir, an extracurricular project that's received high marks wherever this special group of singers has been invited to perform. Bravo! Fantasy Factory Cohort As if she can't get enough of kids, Cathy teaches basic theatre skills at Circle Arts' school of drama for chil dren, The Fantasy Factory. Rob Elliott, associate artistic director and school supervisor, says she's learned so much from her teaching buddy, not in theatre, but in "communicating with children, and directing their energies." Nailed down for specifics, Rob says she (Cathy) sees immediately when little ones get bored and attention starts to drift. With a few simple techniques, she gets the class to focus again on the task at hand. She also acknowledges the smallest gains made, not with overblown praise, but with an encouraging, "That was better." The kids get the message: It's not as good as they want it yet, but it's going to be. And perhaps the wisest bit of teaching happens when Cathy asks older students leading questions which make Elizabeth Elliott "small person management." Even the best kids in the world (and we had 'em!) can be a challenge when it comes to harnessing their energy. However, as most teachers do, Cathy has had plenty of experience doing just that. Meant To Be Let's face it. Not all of us were ;
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A Grand Kickoff, A Gala Evening
Whether you want to influence employees, the distributors who carry your products or the professionals who send business your way, people like to be recognized.
The better you understand the art of recognition — and the better you customize that recognition to the audience — the more impact your efforts will have.
Take, for instance, the program we recently completed for Compaq Computer. The manufacturer wanted to motivate resellers of its equipment.
Resellers were invited to a kick-off party at Planet Hollywood in Chicago, where they became the "stars." Fans waited outside, photographers snapped photos and celebrity look-alikes asked for their autographs.
After the contest finished, the final winners were invited to "PromPaq" at the Drake Hotel. This event was a by-invitation-only, black-tie event. Its understated elegance was the opposite of the glitz and glamour of the Planet Hollywood send-off.
At PromPaq, the winners were appreciated with champagne toasts and a five-course gourmet meal. A 12-piece orchestra serenaded them. A portrait photographer captured the moment forever, and a souvenir bottle of vintage champagne was sent home with each couple. Clearly, the winners felt recognized by Compaq, and would welcome the chance to participate in PromPaqII.
Why Use 'Winner Demographics'
This two-tiered approach is an example of how "one size fits all" motivation programs have gone the way of "mass marketing." Today's motivation program must fit the niche of the people it is intended to motivate.
To make a program work we must first understand our potential winner.
Those with large disposable incomes find "free" associated with travel and merchandise very exciting.
Others, with less overall income, may find that "free" still costs too much. For example, winning a "free" trip comes with a tax obligation to the winner. If the additional tax places an unwelcome financial burden on the recipient, it's unlikely to feel like a "win".
For the purposes of this article, I am addressing the three broadest income categories of "winners," and what their preferences are. With your incentives, you may want to target:
- Blue collar/entry level employees
- White collar/middle managers/sales professionals
- Upper level managers/owners/distributors
My analysis of these three audiences follows.
Recognizing Blue Collar/Entry Level Workers
When buying a car, blue collar/entry level employees are "payment buyers." Their main concern is the monthly cost for the car. The same is true for the incentive. Give them the basics. They are generally not motivated by travel or luxury merchandise. They are trying to pay for the monthly necessities.
We have found that the most coveted prize for those who are just trying to make ends meet is entertainment or dining gift certificates or vouchers.
These may be to restaurants, movie theaters or other leisure time activities that motivate better than cash. They are free from guilt. They allow the winner to indulge themselves and their significant others, to entertainment that may have been reduced due to personal budget constraints.
Another incentive that works well for this group is fully hosted group travel. "Fully hosted" means airline, hotel, some meals and some activities are covered. The winners go away with their peers, and the trip becomes a wonderful getaway free from guilt. Normally this group prefers a trip as individuals, rather than couples, so they can play hard without retribution or any reservations.
We were asked to create a group incentive for Frito-Lay delivery drivers. Prior to making any suggestions, we surveyed 100 of the drivers. They favored a trip to Las Vegas, but at a specific time of year. Why then, we asked? To our surprise, we learned that the National Bowling League Tournament finals were held at that time, in Las Vegas. That explained the reason they chose that destination — not gambling or shows.
Be sure to survey your audience about their preferences, before making assumptions about what they would like to receive.
Making a Hit with Middle Managers/Sales Professionals
The second target group is comprised of the middle manager, white collar, salesman or sales manager. These people have accumulated some equity in their homes and cars, and they have some disposable income.
Travel rewards may have greater appeal to them than merchandise, since they have more flexible time and income. It becomes very important for the promoter to differentiate among the members of the target audience within this segment because there is wide dissimilarity in this group.
Incomes, education and interests must be considered. These potential customers get their information from more than one newspaper, more than one major television network as well as cable.
They are looking for fun, not education, in their chosen incentive reward. They want flexibility and convenience. If you are targeting this group as consumers, the right incentive can produce continuity in their purchasing habits. Often we forgo personal tastes for offers of millions in prize dollars to be awarded to customers. This group has been known to save UPC codes to collect "free" stuffed toys.
Our "middle" group loves vacation travel and merchandise. They are motivated to take short weekend trips. Individual travel is their preferred award. Upwardly mobile, competitive individuals like managers do not enjoy trips with other managers or co-workers. They like to be in the forefront. They like recognition. They live in the present. You must motivate them in the here and now.
Impressing Upper Level Managers/Owners/Distributors
The third — and most challenging — level to motivate is the upper level manager, owner or distributor. They have plenty of free time and disposable income. They are reducing their quantity of material possessions but buying more expensive items. They have invested in art, in wine, rare coins and stocks. Many travel first class, indulge themselves in fine foods, and expect the best for themselves. They have participated in many programs and understand "the rules."
Their major interest is the multiplicity of choices and the ease with which they can obtain the rewards for their efforts. Merchandise must be very upscale with name brand recognition. Travel must be unusual and first class, with special attention paid to the personalized treatment of their elevated status.
The word "free" is still very compelling to this audience.
One of our clients, Lexus automobiles, must find ways to motivate its dealer network. These potential winners may earn $500,000 to $1 million+ a year. They can afford to make their own vacation plans. Money is not a motivator. Recognition sets them apart from others. They love to travel for free to expensive places and be "treated like royalty." They respond to "ego" trips to places and events not normally available — for any cost — to the general public. You'll find them working for a round of golf in Augusta, Georgia (home of the Masters Tournament), dinner at the Palace of Versailles or going to the closed parties and getting VIP seating at the Academy Awards. These have "bragging rights." Nothing is more important than to say, "I was there!"
Vistage speaker James Feldman is the president of several marketing companies that specialize in promotions utilizing both merchandise and travel incentives. His clients include Toyota, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Apple, Subaru, Lexus, Hewlett-Packard, Clairol, Volkswagen, etc.


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Bonnie, Tom and I headed back to the hotel to have some drinks and wait for my uncle Manfred. Mandfred and his wife Seglinde arrived so we moved ...
Somewhere near Straubing Bavaria
... us want to pack up the cases and un pack. Took off at 9 for Salzberg. It was 3 1/2hours to get there then 4 back. We were hungry and tired although had a couple of Nana naps on the way. Passed the little town in Austria called Pentling where Pope Benedict was born. (Bit of trivia for you) . One town we passed thru the bus had to go thru these big thick arches that were actually Medieval gates hundreds of years ...
The Devil is in the detail....
... Fantastic, I just loved them (Ken was pretty happy with the ones I accidentally purchased online as well – Amazon browsing is fraught with danger!)
The Swiss went up in our estimation upon arrival in Zurich – disembarked, passport control, customs all done in less than 30 minutes and the luggage was already circling when we got to the baggage collection, the car was also ready ...
Driving through Germany
... going all the way to Linz in Austria. We will be in Dubrovnik before we know it at this rate. Today was interesting. Not in any outstanding way but just enjoying looking out the window at all the different scenery and wondering what all these people do with there lives. We still managed to see some amazing sites in this town and I'm sure there will be more ...


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Saint Catherine's Vision Presents Divine Compassion III Conference
November 23, 2015
Saint Catherine's Vision (SCV) presented Divine Compassion Conference III: Divine Compassion and Women: Healing, Authority and Ministry in Orthodox Spiritual Tradition on Saturday, November 7, at the Archbishop Iakovos Library Learning and Resource Center of Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology.
HCHC: A Parent's Perspective
November 20, 2015
The father of a first-year Hellenic College student shares his impressions of HCHC and the impact it has had on his son.
Fr. Thomas FitzGerald Speaks at the Malburg Eastern Churches Seminar
November 13, 2015
Fr. Thomas FitzGerald, Professor of Church History and Historical Theology at Hellenic College Holy Cross, was the guest lecturer at the Eleanor Malburg Eastern Churches Seminar at Notre Dame College in South Euclid, OH, on October 17, 2015.
Honoring Our Veterans: Fr. Milton D. Gianulis
November 10, 2015
In honor of Veterans Day, we are proud to feature an alumnus who has honored our country. Fr. Milton D. Gianulis, Captain, CHC, USN (Ret), served as a chaplain in the US Navy for 26 years.
St. Romanos the Melodist Byzantine Choir Releases Nativity CD
November 10, 2015
In appreciation for contributions to the HCHC 2015 Nativity Appeal, donors will receive a complimentary CD of the newly released Christ is Born, Glorify Him!, performed by our St. Romanos the Melodist Byzantine Choir.
Celebrating the Divine Liturgy of St. James
November 03, 2015
Rarely celebrated by the Eastern Orthodox, St. James's liturgy is of Apostolic origin, though preserved in a form that dates back to the fourth century and took its shape in the Church of Jerusalem.
Presidential Inauguration Live Stream
October 29, 2015
The Inauguration of Rev. Christopher T. Metropulos, DMin, as the 21st President of Hellenic College Holy Cross will be streamed live at www.hchc.edu/inauguration today beginning at 2:00 p.m. Please tune in!
HCHC Student Inauguration Photo & Video Contest
October 26, 2015
Students! Post and share your Inauguration week photos and videos on Instagram and Facebook using #HCHCInauguration now through Thursday and be entered to win great prizes!
Dr. Kyriaki FitzGerald Speaks at London Conference
October 21, 2015
Dr. Kyriaki FitzGerald, Adjunct Professor of Theology at Holy Cross, joined Metropolitan Kallistos of Diokleia to offer keynote presentations at a conference on Orthodox Women's Ministry held at Heythrop College in London on September 11-13, 2015.
Divine Compassion Conference III: Divine Compassion and Women
October 16, 2015
Saint Catherine's Vision is pleased to announce the Divine Compassion Conference III on: Divine Compassion and Women: Healing, Authority, and Ministry in Orthodox Spiritual Tradition, to be held Saturday, November 7, at HCHC.
Below is a list of upcoming events at Hellenic College Holy Cross. For a complete list, please refer to our Campus Calendar.
Holy Ascension - offices closed
May 25
Memorial Day
May 29
National St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival
Jun 10
Summer Session Ends
Jun 12
Independence Day Observance - offices closed
Jul 3
25th Anniversary HCHC Golf Classic
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Someone will eventually win the Kevin Kolb sweepstakes. As of now, reports are surfacing that the Arizona Cardinals are at the front of the line.
The Cardinals would be a logical landing spot for Kolb, who entered 2010 as the Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback. However, things didn't pan out for Kolb, as an early concussion and the reemergence of Michael Vick ended his brief stint under center.
Now, with Vick locked up for the 2011 season – and a long-term extension expected in the future – the Eagles are dangling Kolb to a group of quarterback-hungry teams.
There are a few reasons why the Eagles would hang onto Kolb, but the rationale to trade the soon to be fifth-year quarterback presents a stronger case.
While Vick excelled during the past season, his spirited comeback could use another year to solidify his status in Philadelphia. Good quarterbacks – especially young ones – are difficult to find and with Vick's potential for injuries, Kolb stands as an excellent insurance policy.
Kolb's value, however, may be at an all-time high. Kolb has already been groomed by coach Andy Reid – whose known for his ability to develop young quarterbacks – to start in the NFL. Kolb will be 27 years old by the time the 2011 season commences and the more he stands on the sidelines, the more his value depreciates.
So long as an adequate deal is on the table – and the lockout comes to an end – the Eagles would be hard pressed not to move Kolb this offseason. But what price is too much to pay for the Cardinals or another potential trading partner?
In Arizona's case, there might not be too high of an asking price. A brief look at roster exposes many holes but also a great deal of talent - except at quarterback.
Defensively, the Cardinals aren't far off from being a viable group again as soon as next season. Pro Bowl caliber names such as Darnell Dockett, Adrian Wilson and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie remain along with up-and- coming stars like Dan Williams and Daryl Washington.
The offensive side of the ball was the primary reason for the Cardinals' alarming drop in play, but the unit is far better than its performance from a year ago.
The addition of Kolb would be a quick remedy to many of the issues the team faced last season. Yes, the offensive line could use a boost, but can easily be considered the most challenged unit during 2010's disappointing campaign.
Musical chairs at quarterback – starting with the release of Matt Leinart just days before the regular season kicked off – included stints by embattled veteran Derek Anderson as well as rookies Max Hall and John Skelton. Even Richard Bartel got into the action, after serving as a backup in the UFL for the majority of the season.
Having more stability under center – something Kolb would certainly offer – could go a long way towards solving things in the trenches.
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make a move for Kolb?
Providing that Arizona's interest in Kolb is sincere, surely they'd have the smarts to realize nothing less than a second-round pick – and probably a first-round pick – would be the least Philadelphia would be seeking in return.
Despite the Eagles asking price, the Cardinals should be willing to make a deal or at least actively listen.
Arizona doesn't need an impact player on the defense or offense – other than at quarterback. A blend of experience and young talent exists defensively and Larry Fitzgerald along with an adequate tandem of running backs (Beanie Wells and Tim Hightower) makes for a solid core on offense.
More than anything, Arizona needs a quarterback – more specifically, a quarterback like Kolb. Kolb would instantly propel the Cardinals back into a contender in the relatively weak, but improving, NFC West division.
If the Eagles require the No. 5 overall selection in return, Arizona shouldn't hesitate to consider it. Along with Kolb, a deal involving the Cardinals' first-round pick could send back Philadelphia's pick later in Round 1 (23rd overall) or the team's second-round selection (54th overall).
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Our view: Buy
Share price: 450.5p (+9.25p)
Everybody knows the benefits of using condoms, both from the point of view of protection against sexually transmitted diseases and stopping unwanted pregnancies. For the rather less racy, SSL International, which owns the Durex range as well as the Scholl footcare group, is also a pretty solid bet for an investment punt.
The argument is pretty simple: it probably does not matter about how bad any global financial downturn might be, people are still going to have sex, and such is the strength of the safe-sex message, few would consider not using contraception. The fact that during an economic downturn more people will be forced to stay at home as their disposable income falls is also good for SSL, as people are forced to think of their own entertainment. This is all good news for holders of SSL stock, who have seen the company's shares grow from 370p at the start of last year to today's value.
But for those not convinced by these arguments, the economics works too. Most of the group's sales are in Europe, allowing the group to take advantage of the strengthening euro. SSL's chief executive, Gary Watt, reckons that there are other reasons to be upbeat. Europe's population is growing older, but more healthily than previous generations, allowing more people to have sex for longer, so he says. The group is also increasingly targeting Asian markets, where populations tend to be younger.
The group does face risks that Mr Watt recognises. The group has closed its Spanish factory, relocating operations to India and Thailand, which is a concern. Although for investors losing sleep about stocks exposed to the credit crunch, this should come as a minor worry. The group has also made acquisitions in its Scholl division, which still need to be fully integrated.
Yesterday the group said it was on target to meet its 10 per cent profit increase. Brokers at Goldman Sachs said the statement "confirms that SSL offers strong operating profit growth with attractive and defensive categories in a difficult market environment".
Investors should be trying to find as many defensive stocks as possible at the moment. Buyers might find it difficult to find a safer buy than SSL. Buy.
Our view: Cautious hold
Share price: 438.5p (+42.5p)
When an investor hears the word retail, there is a tendency to run a mile. And with good cause in many circumstances as the credit crunch takes its heat out on the high street.
The clothing retailer and wholesaler Burberry likes to think of itself as being a bit different. In a trading statement released yesterday, the company confirmed that it is on track, with a rise of 18 per cent in second-half sales. Of course, numbers from this period include the Christmas period, which all retailers hope to enjoy, but the company has 42 per cent of its overall business in the wholesale market, with most of its autumn and winter ranges for 2008 already sold, and up 10 per cent on the same period next year.
"Burberry continues to buck the trend in a very challenging environment: proof of how a brand turnaround can cushion the impact of a downturn," say watchers at Redburn, who reiterate a "buy" recommendation on the stock.
The firm has shown a strong overseas performance, with 20 per cent annual growth in US, although its Spanish arm, which contributes about 20 per cent of the company's sales, grew by only "1 or 2 per cent" last year, according to the chief financial officer, Stacey Cartwright. She acknowledges that the pressure on the retail sector is a black mark for the group, but describes its progress as "steady as she goes," arguing that the luxury retail market has not seen as big a downturn as the lower-cost areas of the sector.
Ms Cartwright points out other internal worries, saying that the implementation of the SAP software program in the group's IT system is still a risk despite the European stage already being completed. As a retailer Burberry is a very good punt; however, given that few investors have to be exposed to the sector, most buyers should think carefully about the stock. Retailers from every walk of life will have a tricky 2008, and it is unlikely that any will come out unscathed. Cautious hold.
Hilton Foods
Our view: Hold for now
Share price: 180p (+6p)
Meatpacking might not be the sexiest of sectors that might catch the investors' eye, but Hilton Food's maiden results as a listed group, announced yesterday, were pretty respectable, with an increase in revenues to £577.7m from £526.7m in 2006. Pre-tax profits were down nearly £2m, which the group put down to costs associated with its flotation last May.
All good so far, but as most investors know, foods inflation is soaring, and producers and those involved in the processing services are increasingly wary about their growth prospects for the year. "We've two decades of food deflation," says the group's chief executive, Robert Watson. "It's natural that prices will rise, but this is affecting everyone in the food industry."
The story that buyers of the stock want to know is that groups like Hilton Foods are able to pass these additional costs on to their customers and ultimately the consumer, but Watson says that he agrees with Tesco chief, Sir Terry Leahy, that the issue of food inflation is "over-hyped". He does say that the company is trying to pass on as much of its costs as it can, without making the group's produce too expensive. Investors may choose to wait to see if they are successful before buying stock. Hold for now.
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More than half of marketers and agencies say that the primary impact of attribution on digital spending is an increase in spending on some digital channels, according to an April 2012 report from Econsultancy and Google Analytics. And the biggest beneficiaries of that increased spend appear to be search and display. In fact, looking at changes to channel investments resulting from attribution, 60% of marketers said paid search received either a significant (18%) or some (42%) increase in budget, while 54% said the same about display advertising, and 53% about SEO. A majority also reported an increase in spending for social media marketing (52%) and mobile (51%) on account of attribution.
Used by 54% of client marketers and agencies, the most common method of attribution is last click, where full credit is assigned to the last interaction. Agencies appear more likely to use a variety of other methods, including customized by channel (where certain channels are weighted more or less heavily; 41% vs. 25%), first click (where full credit is assigned to the first interaction; 41% vs. 25%), a unique methodology (35% vs. 20%), and linear (where all interactions share evenly in the credit; 29% vs. 10%).
It is interesting to note that SEO and social media are beneficiaries of marketers' attention to attribution, despite their widespread adoption of the last click method: according to a March 2012 study from Slingshot SEO, last click attribution models drastically undervalue the contributions of organic search and non-branded organic search to multiple-interaction conversions. And an Adobe report [pdf] also released in March 2012 makes the case that last click attribution undervalues social media's role in engaging customers earlier in the buying process.
Meanwhile, despite the popularity of last click attribution, it is seen by the Econsultancy survey respondents as the least effective of the various methods identified. Indeed, just 69% find it to be either very (14%) or somewhat (55%) effective. By contrast, 92% find linear attribution to be either very (23%) or somewhat (69%) effective, while roughly the same proportion feel that way about the unique methodology they are using.
Data from Econsultancy's "Marketing Attribution: Valuing the Customer Journey" indicates that the top benefit of attribution is being better able to allocate budget across channels and improve ROI, cited by 72% of respondents. And when asked their goals for attribution, 93% of marketers said that creating the most effective media mix based on true value towards conversion is either a high (57%) or medium (36%) priority.
About the Data: The Econsultancy study findings are based on a survey fielded to marketers and agencies between September 26th and October 23rd of 2011, yielding 607 responses. 51% were client-side, and 49% were agencies or consultants. 44% were from North America, 33% from the UK, 12% from Europe (non-UK), 6% from Asia Pacific, and 5% from other regions. 62% of the marketers are using attribution, and 77% of the agencies are doing attribution.
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Fans and users of Jaycee Skate Park will have to find another place to skate board come Tuesday (March 27), with the Brainerd Parks and Recreation Board coming to a unanimous decision to close the skate park until further notice.
A park that has raised concerns following excessive vandalism and damage, the Brainerd Parks and Recreation Board met Monday afternoon to continue discussion on the skate park's fate.
"The only reason the park was put at Jaycees in the first place was because there was a cement pad already put in place and that allowed us to get the grant money from KaBoom!" said Brainerd Parks and Recreation Director Tony Sailer. "We knew that Jaycees was not the ideal place for this skate park but at the time it was the only place we had."
Outside of the vandalism and costs that Jaycee Skate Park is accruing against the city, Sailer said that it has also become a liability issue according to the League of Minnesota Cities.
"Right now the cement pad is severely cracked and a lot of our equipment, things like ramps, are also damaged," Sailer said. "So I spoke with Joe Ingebrand, senior loss control consultant for the League of Minnesota Cities, today and he noted that with the risk of injury due to the cracks and equipment damage, liability could very well be an issue."
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UPDATE 4-Hudson's Bay CEO bets big on department stores with Saks buy
* Deal worth $2.9 billion with debt assumption
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NEW YORK/TORONTO, July 29 (Reuters) - Richard Baker is doubling down on his attempt to revive big-name department stores with a $2.4 billion bid to buy Saks Inc, bringing the New York retailer into Canada and under the same roof as Lord & Taylor and Canada's Hudson's Bay.
Baker's Hudson's Bay Co is offering $16 per share to Saks, a 30 percent premium over levels in May, right before media reports that the luxury U.S. retailer was up for sale. The deal is worth $2.9 billion in cash, including Saks' debt.
"We have this tremendous opportunity in Canada to roll out Saks," Hudson's Bay Chief Executive Baker said in an interview. "Department stores still make a lot of money."
Baker plans to open up to seven Saks stores in Canada plus maybe two dozen Off Fifth outlet stores. He is also eyeing closing one more Saks Fifth Avenue store in the United States, where the retailer has already shuttered several.
The deal is subject to a 40-day "go shop" period where Saks can seek other offers. It will create a North American operation with annual sales of $7.2 billion, based on 2012 figures. Continued...