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The Grand Ole Opry may be one of the most famous entertainment landmarks hit by the flooding in Nashville, but the town's famous residents are checking in on Twitter.
"On the positive side everyone is safe. On the negative… I think all my road guitar gear, amps, effects, are under 3 ft of river," tweeted Brad Paisley, adding that his main '68 Fender guitar was safe and dry. "Not complaining though. Very very thankful to have weathered this. Prayers go out to anyone in these dire situations," he wrote.
Dierks Bentley was forced to cancel two shows, and was posting pictures of his efforts to bail out the basement. "Hate to cancel shows…might be a first. but nashville is a disaster. all of our houses are messed up," he tweeted.
Laura Bell Bundy tweeted, "Crap! Crap! Crap! Water is leaking thru my walls… puddles on my floor…"
And Bo Bice tells USA TODAY's Brian Mansfield: "Everybody has either been hit, or family members or somebody they know has been hit or flooded."
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Already installed:
Alpine 9887
All my other parts arrive this week:
Alpine PDX 2.150 ($225 shipped)
Alpine PDX 1.600 ($275 shipped)
Alpine Type-R 6.5" coaxials ($99 shipped)
Audio Integrations WRX hideaway amp rack
Stinger 4 gauge 1-->2 distribution blocks (X2)
Stinger 4 gauge fuse holder for battery
Stinger 4 gauge blue wire per foot (18 feet)
Stinger 4 gauge clear wire per foot (8 feet)
4 gauge crimpable ring terminals with 5/16" hole (X4)
Both amps will fit perfectly on the under-tray amp rack and take up virtually no space. The subs will be the last step, I have not made up my mind on them. I will probably go with two JL 10W3 series which I have had great luck with before.

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City Hits Peak of More Than 1,800 Public Schools
New York City will open 78 new schools in the fall, bringing the number opened under Mayor Michael Bloomberg to 656 and the total number of schools to more than 1,800 across the city.
"It is the greatest number of new schools created by any administration in the city's history," Bloomberg said Tuesday. He touted the new statistics while visiting I.S. 204 Oliver W. Holmes in Long Island City where a new career and technical education school will open in September.
The new schools opening in September 2013 will enroll 10,000 students initially and serve more than 32,000 students once the schools grow. They will, in most cases, share space with other schools, some of which are phasing out or will begin to phase out next school year.
Bloomberg trumpeted the changes he's overseen as the first mayor with control over the school system. He said the process of closing and opening schools is one that should continue, perhaps indefinitely.
"You should always close those that are at the bottom," he said. "You want to work with them to make them better, but there's always going to be a bottom 10 percent. And why should we settle for that?" he said.
His critics, including at least three of the democrats hoping to replace him, have said the current system is too unstable to absorb more closures in the near future.
Also part of Tuesday's announcement was the launch of seven new Career and Technical Education schools, bringing the total number C.T.E. schools to 46 in New York City. More than half of them opened under the Bloomberg administration.
Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott said that, while incoming ninth graders may not yet know which career path they want to take, C.T.E. schools "whet the appetites of our students so that they become engaged and have options."
Two of the career and technical schools will offer six year programs to students who want to earn an associate's degree on top of their high school diploma: Health, Education and Research Occupations (HERO) High School and Energy Tech High School.
Hope Barter, the proposed principal for Energy Tech, said that as she thinks about recruiting for her incoming class she is making a concerted effort to attract girls, who are underrepresented in science and technology careers.
"I think one of the major barriers to getting more young women in the field is students being able to visualize what the work looks like and to connect and to see how they might be successful in that kind of a model," she said.
Barter said the school will give students "a very deep and broad understanding of the energy industry," with workplace visits and guest speakers. The school is partnering with the utilities National Grid and Con Edison for that purpose.
Here are some more nuts and bolts about the new schools:
—52 are traditional district schools; 26 are charter schools
—30 of the new schools will open in Brooklyn; 20 in the Bronx; 15 in Queens; 11 in Manhattan; two on Staten Island
—The city will open 18 new school buildings in September
—51 of the new schools are either elementary schools or schools that combine elementary and middle school grades; 27 of the new schools are either high schools or combine middle and high school grades
—The city will have opened 61 new middle schools between the new schools set to open in September and the new schools opened this year


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By Safia Tharoo
The Employment Appeal Tribunal recently considered the case of Secretary for Work & Pensions v Higgins (UKEAT/0579/12).
Mr Higgins had been employed by Jobcentre Plus since 1979, working part time for 23 hours p/wk. In June 2009 he began a long period of absence due to a serious heart condition and was signed off work until August 2011, when his doctor gave him a 'fit note' stating that he would benefit from a phased return to work for three months.
Jobcentre Plus operated an attendance policy which allowed for a 'Part time attendance on medical grounds' (PTMG) plan, where an employee returning from a long period of sick leave could have a phased return on reduced hours for up to 13 weeks. There was provision for a review at the end of this period with the possibility of an extension.
Mr Higgins was made aware of this policy and was asked to suggest the hours of work he felt he could reasonably complete. He suggested 6 hours p/wk for the first month, 12 hours p/wk for the second month and then 15 hours p/wk for the third month. He wanted the PTMG plan to continue for 26 weeks to allow him to decide what he felt capable of doing. In line with the company policy, the decision maker in his case made a formal decision that his suggested hours could be accommodated for 13 week. However, there was no mention of a review or an extension in that letter. Mr Higgins made clear to his manager that he would not return to work until his 26 week proposal was accepted. As a result of Mr Higgins' failure to agree to return to work, he was dismissed as his absence could no longer be supported.
This decision was upheld on appeal as the manager who heard his case felt that it was reasonable for Mr Higgins to accept the proposed PTMG since he had a fit note from his doctor and the suggested hours were what he himself had chosen. Whilst there was the possibility of a review or extension of the 13 week period, it was not deemed appropriate to extend the period at the outset since the 13 weeks was consistent with the doctor's suggestion. It was considered unreasonable of him not to even begin the PTMG and Jobcentre Plus considered that they had done everything possible to facilitate his return to work.
Mr Higgins brought a claim for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination. He asserted that he was a disabled person within the meaning of the Equality Act 2010 and that there had been a failure by his employer to make reasonable adjustments. It was not in dispute that Mr Higgins was disabled and therefore his employer did have a duty to make reasonable adjustments. But the EAT decided that the tribunal's finding that this duty had been breached was flawed; they made clear that according to s.20 of the Equality Act 2010 the tribunal was required to identify the provision, criterion or practice (PCP) of the employer which the employee claimed put him, as a disabled person, at a substantial disadvantage, then consider who the non-disabled comparators were, and finally consider the nature and extent of the substantial disadvantage suffered by the employee. Then a tribunal had to consider what steps it would be reasonable for an employer to take to avoid the disadvantage, and clearly assess whether those steps would mitigate the disadvantage for the employee.
Here, it was apparent that the PCP that Mr Higgins relied on was the requirement to work his contractual hours, which his fellow employees were able to do. It was clear therefore that he was at a substantial disadvantage. In this case, the tribunal had focused on the fact that Mr Higgins had not been formally told in his decision letter that there could be a review at the end of the 13 week PTMG. They decided that omission meant that Jobcentre Plus had failed in its duty to make reasonable adjustments. However, the EAT took the view that the tribunal had not made clear why it was reasonable for Mr Higgins to refuse to return to work on hours he himself had suggested. It was also unclear why a failure to formally agree to a review at the end of the 13 week PTMG would have remedied a substantial disadvantage as identified earlier and how far it would have prevented it.
Whilst in this particular case the EAT decided that the matter needed to be heard afresh so that evidence could be heard in order to make decisions on all these issues, they did make clear that it was not self evident that an employer had to provide some guarantee of a future review on a plan that adhered to the recommendations of the employee's doctor and complied with the employee's own view of what he was capable of. Clearly, if at the end of the PTMG Mr Higgins was still unable to fulfil his contractual hours such that he was still at a substantial disadvantage, the duty to make reasonable adjustments would still apply and could be judged on the circumstances at that time.
The issue of reasonable adjustments is one that employers often worry about; it must be borne in mind that whilst disabled employees are given these additional rights, there still needs to be a systematic approach when considering each request for reasonable adjustments to see if they actually assist in remedying disadvantages in the workplace, since not all such requests or claims will meet the necessary criteria. Where the issues are not so clear cut, it is often prudent to seek advice, from occupational health advisors and others, as to the benefits of the proposals made by an employee and the effect of any it would have on alleviating disadvantages in the workplace.
Safia Tharoo, Barrister, 42 Bedford Row, London


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Junie B. Jones is back on audio with a collection of books that began the well-loved series.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus
Remember when it was scary to go to school? 'Cause it was your first day and you didn't know anything. Meet Junie B. Jones, kindergartner. She's so scared of the school bus and the meanies on it that when it's time to go home, she doesn't.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business
It's pooey on B-A-B-I-E-S until Junie B. finds out that her new dumb old baby brother is a big fat deal. Her two bestest friends are giving her everything they own just to see him. And guess what else? Maybe she can bring him to school on Pet Day.
Junie B. Jones and Her Big Fat Mouth
Junie B.'s having a rough week. First she got punishment for shooting off her mouth in kindergarten. And now she's in big trouble again 'Cause Monday is Job Day, and Junie B. told her class that she's got the bestest job of all. Only, what the heck is it?
Junie B. Jones and Some Sneaky Peeky Spying
Junie B. is the bestest spier in the whole world. That's 'cause she has sneaky feet. And her nose doesn't whistle when she breathes. But guess what? Junie B. might be real sneaky. And real peeky. But when she spies on Mrs., she could get into real trouble
Junie B. Jones and the Yucky Blucky Fruitcake
In this audio, Junie B. wins the Carnival Night Cake Walk and chooses the bestest cake of all. How was she to know it was lethal weapon?
Junie B. Jones and that Meanie Jim's Birthday
Junie B. is NOT invited to Jim's birthday party in this great story.
Junie B. Jones Loves Handsome Warren
Junie B. has to figure out how she can get the handomest guy she's ever seen to love her.
Juine B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed
Junie B. worries that Paulie Allen Puffer is right and she really does have monster under her bed.
About the Author
BARBARA PARK is best known as the author of the wildly popular New York Times bestselling Junie B. Jones series, which has kept kids (and their grown-ups) laughing--and reading--for over two decades. Beloved by millions, the Junie B. Jones books have been translated into multiple languages and are a time-honored staple in elementary school classrooms around the world. Barbara once said, -I've never been sure whether Junie B.'s fans love her in spite of her imperfections...or because of them. But either way, she's gone out into the world and made more friends than I ever dreamed possible.- Barbara Park is also the author of award-winning middle grade novels and bestselling picture books, including Skinnybones, Mick Harte Was Here, and Ma! There's Nothing to Do Here!Barbara Park was born in New Jersey in 1947 and spent most of her adult life in Arizona, where she and her husband, Richard, raised two sons. Barbara died in 2013, but her legacy lives on in the laughter her books give to readers all over the world.


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Hey everyone Im down in Raleigh for a few more days from Jersey visiting my mom. Iv been trying to go goose hunting but I don't know any where to find them around here. Any one know where I could go and get a good chance to get one, I only have a few days left till I go home. Any help would be great thank you in ahead of time
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Red Beans with Parsley and Pomegranate
Pomegranate syrup adds a wonderful depth of flavor to bean dishes. Served with bread and feta cheese, this stew is great on its own as a simple lunch or dinner. It makes a lovely side dish too.
Slideshow: Delicious, Quick Side Dishes
- Servings: 4-6
- 2 cups small red beans (about 1 pound)picked over, rinsed and soaked overnight in 6 cups of water
- 2 teaspoons coriander seeds
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- Scant 2 tablespoons pomegranate syrup
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 cups loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
- Salt
How to make this recipe
In a large saucepan, cover the beans with 8 cups cold water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to moderately high and cook until very tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Drain and set aside.
In a small dry skillet, toast the coriander seeds over moderately high heat, stirring often, until darkened and fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder or a mortar and grind to a powder.
Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet. Add the garlic and stir-fry over moderately high heat until just beginning to color. Stir in the ground coriander and then the drained beans. Cook over moderate heat, stirring gently, until warmed through.
Meanwhile, whisk the pomegranate syrup with the vinegar. Stir the mixture into the beans and remove from the heat. Fold in the parsley until evenly distributed and season the beans with salt. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Make Ahead
The beans can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.


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Situé dans le laminage, paisibles collines du sud-ouest de Bologne, à 15 km de la cité universitaire historique et de son aéroport, cerise chat maison d'hôtes a été entièrement rénové avec de nouveaux lits et salles de bains modernes. Le design intérieur et les meubles ont le style coloré et distinctif des années 1960 et 1970. La maison dispose d'un grand jardin avec des arbres pour l'ombre et une vue spectaculaire sur la vallée et les collines au-delà. Dans la soirée, les boissons peuvent être pris sur la véranda orientée à l'ouest tout en appréciant le coucher du soleil. Les marcheurs apprécieront le large éventail de sentiers qui serpentent à travers les vignes et les bois locaux.
4,8 sur janvier 28, 2014
1 grand merci pour ces 4 jours passés chez vous: convivialité , calme , accueil chaleureux, chambre magnifique, lit hyperconfortable, repas delicieux, tout était fait pour nous donner l'envie de rester plus longtemps!
4,8 sur mars 26, 2013
First off the inn keepers were great: sweet, knowledgeable, and caring. The room was outstanding with the lovely midcentury decor. It was spacious, clean and very comfortable The breakfast was wonderful ( buffet choices of fresh fruits, bakery items, and cereals, followed by your choice of entree breakfast items. The quiche that I selected was delicious). Wifi connection was very good and easy to set up and use. We were extremely happy with the experience from pre-arrival communications through check out. All in all, we loved this B&B!!
5 sur janvier 30, 2013
The previous reviewer has written very accurate accounts of his experience with Andrea & Elena, so I won't repeat his observations. Just let me say, first, their home is in a spectacularly beautiful place within a half hour of Bologna and almost as easy access to Modena & Parma. Also, their home has been beautifully remodeled and appointed. They have exquisite taste. The two rooms our party occupied were immaculate and spacious and again beautifully furnished. Our room opened to a balcony looking out on the green, hilly vista of southern Bologna; really couldn't be more picturesque. But most importantly it is hard to imagine two more gracious and warm hosts than this couple. Every effort was made to make us feel at home, the breakfasts were superb (homemade peach jam out of the world and organic blueberry yoghurt, great) and recomendations for places to eat were marvelous (Amerigo was great, Gilberto very good and fun) and suggestions of things to see in Bologna included all the important landmarks. If you are coming to Bologna, and it's a city deserving more travelers attention, then you couldn't find a better place. I must add we had a car and the GPS unit really made it tremendously easy to navigate. Bravo to Andrea & Elena, you set a very high bar for our first bed and breakfast.com experience!!!
5 sur septembre 05, 2012
Cherry Cat is an outstanding place to stay! We have based our selection of Cherry Cat on the great reviews it had received, yet all aspects of staying there have well exceeded our expectations. It is hard to decide where to start, so I'll start with the physical premises: We were a party of 7, ages 9 - 79, and occupied 4 rooms. - All rooms are spacious, well lit, both naturally and artificially (not suffering from the common dim light bulbs phenomenon found in most hotels and guest houses), and beautifully designed. - Each room has at least one large window with garden view, some open to a dream balcony with arm chairs and table. - All amenities are modern, HD TV in every room, Wi-Fi in the house etc. - Bathrooms are large, modern and well equipped. - The house is well maintained and kept very clean and fresh. Hospitality and "feel": -The area is beautiful, a little neighborhood immersed in nature, and the house is placed in a high position with fantastic views. Quiet, with no pollution, night sky is full of stars and you can hear the cat hunting in the garden. - The hosts, Elena and Andrea, are the most generous and gentle people and will really make you feel at home. They have good, eclectic taste of music which somehow always feels right. - Breakfast is rich, tasty and healthy and coffee is, well, Italian... - Many good local restaurants in the area (trust Andrea for recommendations). I strongly suggest to dine at least once at Cherry Cat - Elena's cooking is fabulous (the proper word is Art, really). - Car is essential, although Bologna center is only 20 minutes away. Highly recommended, we definitely hope to visit there again!
Bologna, Italy (BLQ-Guglielmo Marconi) 10 miles
De l'autoroute: Sortir à Bologne Casalecchio. Juste après le péage, prendre 1bis de jonction vers Maranello - Vignola et entrer dans le prolongement dégagé (cette route est Nuova Bazzanese, SP569, duel chaussée). Après 3 km, sortie en suivant les indications à Zola Pedrosa-Tolè-Monte San Pietro et suivez les panneaux en direction de Monte San Pietro / Calderino (cette route est SP26). Continuer tout droit jusqu'à ce que vous atteignez le hameau de Ponte Rivabella, puis, après le pont, continuer tout droit et suivre le fond de la vallée dans la Via Landa (cette route est SP 75). Après 4 km, tourner à gauche au panneau de SARTORANO. Monter de 800 mètres - la maison est au sommet de la route.
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* IN THE HIGH COURT OF DELHI AT NEW DELHI + WP (C) No.10561/2004 % Date of Decision: 21.03.2011 Govt. of NCT of Delhi .... Petitioner through its Secretary (Services) Through Mr.V.K. Tandon, Advocate. Versus Shri Sunil Kumar & Ors. .... Respondents Through Mr.Sachin Chauhan, Advocate. CORAM: HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE ANIL KUMAR HON'BLE MS. JUSTICE VEENA BIRBAL 1. Whether reporters of Local papers may be YES allowed to see the judgment? 2. To be referred to the reporter or not? NO 3. Whether the judgment should be reported in NO the Digest? ANIL KUMAR, J.
* CM No. 13243/2010 This is an application by the petitioner/applicant for setting aside the order of dismissal dated 30th August, 2010 of the writ petition in default of appearance of the counsel for the petitioner and anyone on behalf of the petitioner.
The applicant has contended that the counsel for the applicant was not well and had requested his associate to attend the hearing in the Court. However the associate could not reach the Court in time leading to dismissal of the writ petition in default. WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 1 of 10
For the reasons stated in the application there is sufficient cause for setting aside the order dated 30th August, 2010 dismissing the writ petition in default of appearance of counsel for the petitioner.
Consequently the application is allowed, the order of dismissal dated 30th August, 2010 is set aside and the writ petition is restored to its original number.
1. The petitioner Government of NCT of Delhi has challenged the order dated 31.12.2003 passed by Central Administrative Tribunal, Principal Bench in O.A No.1548/2003 titled "Shri Sunil Kumar & Ors. Vs. Government of NCT of Delhi & Ors." and the order dated 27.4.2004 in RA No. 58/2004 allowing the application of the respondents and directing the petitioner to grant the benefits of ACP Scheme to the respondents in the light of findings of the Tribunal.
2. Brief facts to comprehend the dispute are that the respondents were originally appointed in Delhi Energy Development Agency ("DEDA"), an autonomous body falling under Government of NCT of Delhi as LDC in the pay-scale of Rs.950-1500 revised pay-scale 3050- 4590 with effect from different dates as applicable to them.
3. Later on service of the respondents were declared surplus w.e.f. 30.11.1999 in DEDA. The respondents were thereafter re-deployed in the Govt. of NCT of Delhi ("GNCTD") w.e.f. 01.12.1999 as per CCS and WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 2 of 10 CCA Rules on the same post and at the same scale through surplus cell vide an order of GNCTD, Services -II Department being order No. E3/77/97/S-II/263-70 dated 25th January, 2000. The order re- deploying the respondents categorically stipulated that they are re- deployed and not freshly appointed. The order re-deploying them after they were declared surplus stipulated as under:
"......in terms of above mentioned rules the past services rendered by the surplus employees prior to their redeployment shall not count towards seniority in the Gr-IV (DASS) under the Govt. of NCT of Delhi. However, in other service matters they will be treated as appointed by transfer in the public interest."
4. The order re-deploying the respondents categorically stipulated that they were re-deployed in the pay-scale of Rs.3050-4590 from the date of respondents being declared surplus i.e. w.e.f. 01.12.1999 against the post of Gr-IV (DASS) in accordance with the provisions of the CCS (Redeployment of Surplus Staff) Rules, 1990.
5. The respondents were denied the benefit of ACP which was granted to the similarly situated persons by an order dated 21.02.2002. The respondents alleged that the previous service along with the regular service in the GNCT of Delhi has been counted for calculating the period of ACP in cases of similarly situated persons who were re-deployed from DEDA to GNCT of Delhi, however, the same had been denied to the respondents. The respondents had contended that benefit of ACP Scheme was available in case of re-deployed personnel by counting the WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 3 of 10 regular services rendered by them in their previous organization along with their regular service in the new organization where they were transferred in public interest and were neither freshly appointed nor directly appointed.
6. Against denial of ACP benefit, the respondents made a representation and relied on Condition No.14 of DOPT OM dated 09th August, 1999 which was further circulated by Finance Budget Department vide its OM No.F-14/2/99-Finance (B) dated 27.8.1999 which is as under:
"In case of an employee declared surplus in his/her organization and in case of transfer including unilateral transfer on request, the regular service rendered by him/her in the previous organization shall be counted along with his/her regular service in his/her new organization for the purpose of giving financial up- gradation under the scheme."
7. The respondents contended that their representation was rejected by GNCT of Delhi, Deputy Secretary-II (Services) vide communication dated 9.4.2003 being letter No. F.ACP/Gr.- IV/Services/2000/170 addressed to all the Head of Departments which led to filing of an original application before the Central Administrative Tribunal contending inter alia that the "applicants are eligible for grant of financial benefits under ACP Scheme in view of the Condition No.14 of DOPT OM dated 09th August, 1999." The respondents contended that since they were re-deployed, therefore, it could not be held that WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 4 of 10 they were directly recruited or freshly appointed and therefore, the clarification of Doubt No.0043 did not apply to them. Respondents also relied on the cases of similarly placed persons who were re-deployed after being declared surplus that were not treated as directly recruited or freshly appointed and to whom benefit of ACP was granted counting their previous service in the autonomous body and the subsequent service in GNCT of Delhi.
8. The original application was contested by the petitioner contending inter alia that the respondents had not completed 12 years of regular service in a civilian post of GNCTD and their past service in an autonomous body could not be counted for ACP benefit. According to the petitioner, denial of ACP benefit to the respondents was in accordance with clarification of Doubt No.43 of OM dated 18.07.2001 stipulating that the service rendered in an Autonomous Body/Statutory Body/State Government is not to be counted for the purpose.
9. The Tribunal, however, allowed the application after hearing the pleas and contentions of the parties holding that past services rendered by such employees as respondents were not to be counted only for the purpose of seniority, however, for all other service matters the past service rendered in an autonomous body had to be counted and treated as an appointment by transfer in public interest which is also apparent from the order of transfer dated 25th January, 2000 which is detailed WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 5 of 10 herein above. The Tribunal categorically held that if the intention was not to give the benefit of their past service on transfer in public interest for purpose of ACP Scheme, it could be so stated specifically in the order of transfer which, however, only stipulated that the past service will not be counted for the purpose of seniority only and thus exception has been carved out only for the purpose of seniority and not for other matters pertaining to service including grant of ACP scheme.
10. Referring to the point of doubt, it has been held unequivocally that past service is not to be counted for an employee who is appointed on direct recruitment in which case the past service rendered in an autonomous organization is not to be counted. Since it was not the case of the petitioner that the respondents were directly appointed to the Govt. of NCT of Delhi therefore, in terms of clarification No.43 of OM dated 18.7.2001 the past service of the respondents who were re- deployed with the Govt. of NCT of Delhi on being declared surplus in the autonomous body (DEDA) is to be counted for the purpose of ACP and thus the Tribunal allowed the petition and directed the petitioner to consider grant of benefit of the ACP Scheme to the respondents in view of the observations made by the Tribunal.
11. The review application was filed by the petitioner contending inter alia that the order of the Tribunal in a similar case of one M.L. Bhatt being OA No.1319/2003, similar benefit was denied to such employees WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 6 of 10 as respondents. The petitioner cited several Supreme Court judgments wherein the redeployed staff was held not entitled to count their past service. The petitioner also referred to one DOPT OM dated 15.3.1998 on the same lines where the past service of re-deployed employees were not considered for seniority. The Tribunal dismissed the review application reiterating its reasoning given in the original application and also stating that the judgments cited by the petitioner do not deal with the subject matter of the present case plus there is no apparent error on the face of the record that would prompt the Tribunal to review its order in original application.
12. The petitioner has challenged the orders of the Tribunal in original application and review application primarily on the ground that under the clarification issued, the past service with an autonomous body is not to be counted on recruitment of the respondents with the Govt. of NCT of Delhi. The learned counsel for the petitioner also contended and relied on the order of the Tribunal in case of M.L.Bhatt, where according to petitioner, similar benefit was denied to such employees as respondents. The learned counsel for the petitioner has also relied on WP (C) No.12246/2009 decided on 14.07.2010 titled as "Ashok Mudgal Vs. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Ors.".
13. This Court has heard learned counsel for the parties and has perused the record of the Tribunal produced along with the writ WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 7 of 10 petition. The Tribunal had distinguished the case of Sh. M.L.Bhatt in whose case grant of ACP Scheme was denied to him holding that paragraph 14 of the terms and conditions for grant of ACP Scheme was not applicable in his case whereas the said paragraph squarely covers the case of the respondents herein. Perusal of paragraph 14 of the terms and conditions for grant of ACP Scheme clearly shows the conditions to be fulfilled before the previous service in an autonomous organization could be counted in case of the employees who were rendered surplus and were re-deployed. These conditions are:
(a) the employee declared surplus in the organization and
(b) it should be a case of transfer including unilateral transfer on request.
If both conditions are being satisfied then the past service which is regular service can be counted for the benefit of ACP Scheme.
14. The order dated 25.01.2000 by virtue of which the respondents were taken on the rolls of Govt. of NCT of Delhi is categorical about it, relevant portion of which is reproduced hereinabove. From the language of the order especially the later part, it is clear that the past service rendered by the respondents was not to be counted for purpose of seniority only and was to be counted for other purposes. The order of re-deployment is unambiguous and makes it categorically clear that in all other service matter and incidences, the appointment is to be treated as an appointment by transfer in public interest. Appointment by WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 8 of 10 transfer cannot be equated with direct recruitment. If the intention under the ACP Scheme or under the order of re-deployment was not to count the past service of the respondents on transfer for purpose of ACP Scheme, it could have been so stated specifically in the order. The only exception which have been carved out, therefore, is only about the seniority, therefore, no other view is possible except that the past service rendered by the respondents in an autonomous organization, which organization was also under the petitioner, has to be counted along with the service with the petitioner after their re-deployment and on transfer to Govt. of NCT of Delhi/petitioner for the purpose of ACP Scheme. Consequently the benefits of ACP could not be denied to the respondents.
15. The precedent Ashok Mudgal (supra) relied on by the petitioner is distinguishable as it pertains to the benefit of the pension scheme which was made applicable to those employees of DEDA who were re- deployed before 01.01.2004. In that case the petitioners were granted benefit of new pension scheme which was introduced by GNCTD and it was in existence at the time when those petitioners had joined the service in January, 2005 after 01st January, 2004. The petitioners in that case were claiming the benefit of old pension scheme. Apparently the disputes in the precedent relied on by the petitioner are not applicable in the facts and circumstances of the present case. A Division Bench of this Court in the case of Ashok Mudgal (supra) had WP(C) 10561 of 2004 Page 9 of 10 held that those employees who had joined the Government after 01.01.2004 could not take advantage of the old pension scheme retrospectively, as the appointees by transfer had not been given the benefit of appointment from a retrospective date. In the circumstances, on the basis of the ratio of the said judgment, it cannot be held that the respondents are not entitled for computation of their services rendered with an autonomous organization, DEDA while considering the entitlement of the respondents for the purpose of grant of first benefit under the ACP Scheme.
16. In the totality of the facts and circumstances the petitioner has failed to make out any such illegality or un-sustainability in the order of the Tribunal which will entail any interference by this Court in exercise of its jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution of India.
17. The Writ Petition in the facts and circumstances is without merit and is, therefore, dismissed. Parties are, however, left to bear their own costs.
March 21 , 2011 VEENA BIRBAL, J.
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I bought a factory "refurbished" Beretta 92FS once. The card from Beretta that came with that pistol said that it had either been previously fired or had cosmetic blemishes. It looked perfect, so I'd guess it had been fired.
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Lullaby Engine Benefit Show for Angela's Angels Foundation
Friday, November 23, 2012 at 10:00 PM - Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 2:00 AM (EST)
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Event Details
Please join Lullaby Engine at this special event at Thursday's on November 23, with proceeds benefitting the Angela's Angels Foundation, a very worthy cause.
The foundation was started to help Angela Zak, daughter of Michael and Laura Zak, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), a life-threatening childhood cancer. All funds raised through the Angela's Angels Foundation will help the family offset the costs of fighting the disease.
Thursday's, in addition to hosting the show, has generously offered to have drink specials throughout the night. Along with Thursday's, Brighton Music Center, Henderson's Printing, and the Pittsburgh Zoo have all joined in committing resources for the event.
The band will perform at 10pm. But if you can't make it to the show and would still like to help, donations can be mailed to Angela's Angels, P.O. Box 5, Beaver, PA 15009
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If light artist James Turrell weren't a Houston favorite before his latest exhibition, "The Light Inside," he certainly is now. Turrell, a pioneer in the Light and Space movement, contributed an installation of the same name to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, in 2000. That Light Inside was the lighted tunnel between two of MFAH's buildings (colors morph from blue to red and back while blurring the physical elements of the space, making it seem to be an endless void on either side of the walkway rather than just a few feet of empty space). The newest "Light Inside" was a gallery exhibit featuring seven immersive environments, ranging from the artist's first projection projects to his most recent series. Walking into one of the galleries that housed the exhibit was a perception-bending experience for visitors (and slightly disorienting for some). Space and time in the galleries seemed to no longer be on the same continuum as in the museum's corridors just outside the door. While light installations are fairly commonplace in the contemporary art world, few had the impact of Turrell's "The Light Inside."
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This past summer, the Blaffer Art Museum, nestled on the University of Houston campus, paid the hefty sum of $2.3 million for total reconstruction surgery, and the money was incredibly well spent. The facade evolved into a stunning windowed parallelogram, which both sticks out and enhances the lackluster brick buildings of UH. The interior space is now sprawling and bright, an open and airy dedication to the visual arts. Thin tubes of light cover the ceilings, making for a modern yet classy feel. On the second floor, a balcony overlooks the main gallery, which the museum is now dedicating to emerging artists. If you haven't been since the renovation, do yourself a favor and go.
Poets, novelists and essayists get rock-star receptions at Inprint's two popular reading series, the Margarett Root Brown Reading Series for adults and Cool Brains! for young readers. Authors scheduled for 2013-2014 season readings/onstage interviews and signing sessions include James McBride, George Saunders, Anne Carson and Khaled Hosseini. Past authors have ranged from internationally known Salman Rushdie to Daniel Handler, a.k.a. Lemony Snicket. Local writers aren't overlooked, with Houston talent including the city's first poet laureate, Gwendolyn Zepeda, appearing at Inprint readings.
Dedicated in 2006, this ceramic tile mosaic celebrates the rich history of Houston's Fifth Ward by featuring the faces of some truly amazing people who came from the neighborhood — Barbara Jordan, Mickey Leland and George Foreman. In a city known for bulldozing the past to make room for strip malls or townhomes, murals like this one — which reflect upon and teach about the area's cultural heritage — are all the more valuable. It's a remarkable piece of art and a reminder of a remarkable legacy.
Any dancer will tell you that there's a special connection that forms during the run of a performance; the intimacy and trust are necessary for a dance ensemble to be successful. Now put a group of dancers in the Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park and make them perform in the streaming fountain, and imagine the level of confidence they must have in each other. In "Natural Acts in Artificial Water," renowned choreographer Stephan Koplowitz and his initiative TaskForce created a masterful ensemble production based on the architecture, history, culture and ecology of the park, and the result was one of the most stunning collaborative dance performance pieces this year.


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Clint's 75 Gallon. High Tech Project Update 5/5/17
Hello all,
I am starting my 75 gallon for a second time. Not too long ago I reseal the tank. Turns out I must have used the wrong silicone... I don't see how but in any case, It's starting to "melt". I am attaching a pic of how it is now. The only reason it looks the way it does now is because I wanted plants in there to cycle the tank. Kinda all over the place.... That was just to get plants in. Oh yeah, did I mention that I am inpatient!
This time I will be taking my time and doing it right. Taking all feed back as I go along.
75 gallon, 5lb pressurized CO2 system with a aquariumplants.com regulator, 100lbs of Flourite, 2x XP3's, 48" T5HO Sunlight supply light fixture with 6x54watt.
Ammannia gracilis
Ludwigia brevipes
Monte Carlo
Ammannia senegalensis
Nelsonia canescens (Limnophila rugosa)?
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Quick question. Any tips for taking stones from a creek? Boil them? Or would some of the hitch hikers be beneficial?
If you know what you are looking for and find things like water pennies (think thats right) or similar you can be assured of a healthy creek, but barring that its hard to say. You might need to be concerned with oil or other pollution depending on where you get them.
Boiling does seem safest and I have not really seen freshwater communities which are like the full reefs which try to do the whole ecosystem. I assume there is a reason.
Just an amateur observation, but while you're at it, you might want to add more EC.
I was going to get bigger pieces for a small mountain or hill terrain. The stream is pretty clean but I will still just boil the heck out of them.
I was thinking about adding more but depending on the amount of rock I get, I might be able to get a full 3" of substrate. I will see once I find some rocks.
Thank you both!
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So... Me and my buddy resealed it tonight. First off, we put all the plants in the 29g and, wow. that tank is stuffed now. Anyways, that won't be for long. I am planning on filling the tank on Sunday. "test filling":wink: I am really going to take my time setting this thing up.
I will keep pics posted.
Update. A 3rd go at it
If you have all seen my last update, I resealed my tank again. This time with aquarium grade... In under 2 hours I might add.:wink: Any ways... I put some moist substrate in the center, away from the silicone. I am going to give it 48 hours this time since I got the right stuff this time. :icon_smil I just can't wait(again) to get it started! With me luck and keep you opinions coming!!!!
I have been "storing" allot of plants in my 29g, waiting to the 75 to be ready. It's a mess and I just chopped ALLOT out of the tank to make room and for new growth. The net you see is housing my HC. This way, I don't have to plant/replant/plant/replant...... Here is a pic.
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Here is the latest! I filled it today at 5pm and jumped the gun on putting plants and substrate in. So far, I have everything going good and the plants are pearling. Big time! I am only going to keep the lights on for 6 hours a day to start. I will be adding DW and a rock or 2 later. I just wanted to get things started. Please not, besides the HC and hairgrass, things will be moving around. Here are a few pics! With the new seal, also! :icon_wink
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Being on the topic of fish and planted tanks. I am a big fisherman. Here is a bass I got this year. Really nice fight! I only do "catch and release", btw.
Just wondering. How well did the spoon work out for you When resealing your tank?
I've done two tanks now a 45 and 100 and both of them we used our thumb to spread the silicone and over time it would just collect and make a mess.
Actually, It works very well. Just keep a dry paper towel to wipe off any extra silicone that build up on the spoon before starting the next seal. Don't use the cheap flimsy plastic spoons like the ones that come with your 7-11 soup. Use the sturdy ones.
But man, a bass that size would have been delicious.
lol Very true but I rather let them go and catch them bigger next year.
I forgot to mention that lillies you see in the backgroung went in my pond. The water doesn't look deep but it was past my knees. Not to mention having to lean over to dig them out. At that point, I guess you could say I was swiming.
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James Halliday, otherwise known as "substack", has been making what he calls computer generated beepstep using two new modules: baudio (npm: baudio, License: MIT) and plucky (npm: plucky, License: MIT).
The baudio module returns a readable stream that generates raw audio data. It requires SoX to play or record audio, which should be installable from your package manager (Debian has it, and so does Homebrew).
The callback passed to the
baudio function receives two arguments:
t and
i -- the time in seconds, and a counter. The callback will be run using
process.nextTick to generate a stream of audio data. The audio data will be passed to SoX for playback or recording using child_process.spawn.
The audio data itself is where things get interesting. The baudio stream is sent directly into SoX through SoX's "pipeline" mode, in which audio data is read from standard input, using the "s16" format -- it's streams all the way down! Internally, baudio converts the float values returned from the callback into integers, which are written to a buffer using Node's buf.writeInt16LE method.
Your callback should generate floating point values between
-1.0 and
1.0. By default, baudio is set to use a frequency of 44 kHz -- that's 44,000 values a second. This is close to CD quality (44.1 kHz).
Unless you're well-versed in audio programming, generating sounds with baudio is going to be hard work. To help you understand what's going on, I've written a small example that uses gnuplot to visualise the output.
First, install baudio:
npm install baudio
And then create a file called
var baudio = require('baudio')
, out = process.stdout
, note = 1.0
var b = baudio(function(t, i) {
var value = Math.sin(Math.PI * t * 261.626);
out.write(value.toString() + '\n');
return value;
setTimeout(function() {
}, 1000);
This file can be run with
node baudio-simple.js > audio.dat (the redirection is important for generating the graphs), and if you've got SoX installed you'll get a sound.
Now you're going to write a bit of gnuplot. Create a file called
baudio-plot with this script:
#!/usr/bin/env gnuplot
set terminal png size 530,420
set output "baudio.png"
plot "audio.dat" using 0:1 with lines
Now make it executable, and run it:
chmod 700 baudio-plot
It should generate a file called
baudio.png with a second's worth of audio data plotted.
If you're looking at
Math.sin in the example code and wondering why there isn't a beautiful sweeping sine wave, then the reason is simple: there's too much data. Let's try ending the output earlier:
var baudio = require('baudio')
, out = process.stdout
, note = 1.0
var b = baudio(function(t, i) {
if (i > 100) b.end();
var value = Math.sin(Math.PI * t * 261.626);
out.write(value.toString() + '\n');
return value;
Now your graph should look like a wave, but you won't hear much sound:
The simple example I've used above is focused on controlling the "wave period", or the pitch of the output. To demonstrate this, try changing
261.626 to
Now the output is a lower pitch, and the graph makes this clear because you can see there are less cycles in the same amount of time. So we've mastered pitch, but what about volume?
It's actually easy once you know what the wave equation is doing. The generalised equation is
A sin(t - K) + b (from Amplitude on Wikipedia). In programmer-speak, this equation can be written as
A * sin(t - K) + b, where
A is the "peak amplitude of the wave",
t is time (which we already know baudio gives us), and
K and
b are offsets for the wave (which I'm not going to talk about here).
That gives rise to the following example that allows volume to be controlled by adding a variable,
vol, for
var baudio = require('baudio')
, out = process.stdout
, note = 1.0
, vol = 0.1
var b = baudio(function(t, i) {
if (i > 100) b.end();
var value = vol * Math.sin(Math.PI * t * 261.626);
out.write(value.toString() + '\n');
return value;
The graph is now appropriately smaller:
set yrange [-1.0:1.0] to correct the axis.
If you've managed to get gnuplot and SoX installed and played around with these examples, then there's more! First, try taking a look at plucky, which can be used to make "arrangements" of callbacks that generate different channels of audio. Also, James wrote beepstep.js which is a much more involved example than anything I've talked about here.
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what does the "Danish water supply" have to do with this television? Philips is a DUTCH company.
There might be 'something pretty amazing in the Danish water supply' indeed (especially considering the ladies of Copenhagen), however in conjunction with Philips, the 'special' ingredient would more likely be in the Dutch water...
Danish water supply? Shouldn't that read Dutch water supply? Good looking TV though, nice review.
yeah, I did also stumble upon that =) Did you write the review late =D
And I'm Dansih, so you should have heard me last night, talking to my girlfriend, looking like 1 big questionmark, saying, "Philips ISSN'T DANISH, IIIIIIIIIIS IIIIIIIIIIT?" =D
An honest slip of the keyboard I'm sure guys. This has been corrected. The Dutch and TrustedReviews - both orange, so let's stick together :)
Two things. The aluminium surround - not sure about that - and the price - eek! ٠ grand for a 42" TV. Is is really worth 100% more than say a Panasonic TH42PZ81?
Hey all. I got this set myself on Friday and I agree with this article completely. The level of details in this screen is amazing and the balcks are fantastic. one thing to note which was picked up on in this review is that it is really important you get your setting right. One example is that if you set you Brightness too hi you are going to see severe cases of Blooming whereas get them just right and you'll be amazed at the picture.
One thing I would like to point out which I don't think was mentioned in the review is how this TV set deals with Game consols. As people may know the previous Philips LCDs have had a terrible time with Lag making some games unplayable. Well I am pleased to report that this is no-longer the case with this LCD tv. They have create a GAME mode that minimises most of the processing the TV is doing whilst not compromising the picture quality. i was able to play Guitar Hero on hard and still achieve my usual high scores so that is another import thing that Philips have got right for this tv.
I think (and I am sure many would agree these days) that you should have 'Power Consumption' in the spec sheet.
I wonder if they will be making a new version of the HTS8140 Ambisound Home Cinema System in the same aluminum/silver as these TVs. If I were to get one of these (I'm in the US so I think I have to wait) I'm glad the sound got good praise as I'd like to get a soundbar from Philips to match.
My guess is Philips will upgrade other products to have the same look and match them all; they're good at that. :)
So, the ultimate question - this or a 50" KURO?
One of the best LCD Tv's what i have ever seen. If some one ask me, what i choose. I answer. I choose Philips 42PFL9803H.
It's realy something amazing in LCD TV
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49 f1 steering questions
hi im new to the site and have alot of questions so here it goes. does the stock suspension handle corners well and is it worth putting power steering on using the solid axle? or is mustang suspension the way to go? this truck is gunna be driven and i dont want something thats gunna be a handful to drive. any input would be great thanks.
" Handful to drive " is a subjective opinion ... :)
I had a 49 F1 with a SBC in it and drove it every where. It did not drive and handle like a sports car but I found it to be very adequate. It is however 60 year old technology.
I am building a 1949 M-47 Mercury pickup ( Canadian version of the Ford F-1 )
I wanted a lower stance and better brakes so I opted for a XJ-6 IFS conversion ... instead of the Pinto/Mustang II stuff. The Jag IFS is vastly stronger ... and built for the weight of a F-1 more closely than The Pinto/Mustang II stuff. The Jag also matches the wheelbase better :cool: It is also easier to adapt and no kit is required. Complete old Jags are available for the 5/6 hundred range in my area. I like to use the 1980/1986 XJ-6 models.
... the Jag XJ-6 front IFS cradle unbolts from the Jag and is the correct width for the F-1. I also went with a Explorer ( 2001 ) 8.8 rear end with disc brakes. It is the same exact width as the original F-1 rear end and has 31 spline axles, 3.73 gear ratio with a POSI.
The Jag has 4 piston disc brakes, a POWER rack and pinion steering system and the very common 5 on 4.75 wheel bolt pattern ( same as a Chevrolet :D )
Go here to view the conversion ... done by another F-1 owner.
DEUCE ... Suspension - Brakes - Steering Moderator :thumbup:
Another advantage to the Jag XJ-6 is the rear end is easily adapted to the F-1 also. Giving you disc brakes all the way around and a smoother ride ... all for low bucks ...
Plus a lot of goodies on the Jag are adaptable and the rest can be scrapped and get part of you $$$ back. ALWAYS good thing :D
is the jag frame the same width as the f1? and is the rear end independant on that model? how hard would it be to use a 1978 f150 4x2 frame? i have one thats probly headed for scrap.
2 ) The Jag rear end is independent :)
3 ) A 1978 F150 4x2 frame is not much of a improvement over the 49 frame IMHO. It is also too wide ... and the track width is way off. Depending on which model F150 it is ... the wheelbase could be too long also.
4 ) IF the F150 is ready for the scrap heap ... why invest time and $$$ into trying to put it under a F-1 ??? :rolleyes:
just trying to do this as easy as i can. the 78 f150 was bought for parts for my dads 78 and is still has all the drive train and steering parts. so i was thinking since all those parts are paid for it would be cheaper but im assuming the width would cause to many problems. starting to think the extra money for mustang susp kit is the way to go. has anyone here know about manual rack and pinion steering?
is it possible to shorten the rearend from the 78 i think its a 9in but i could be wrong. ive heard some have tapered axle shafts but ive been looking online and all i can find is info on car axles.
You'd likely need to shorten the 9" from the 78, but I don't think the axles can be cut. You can buy new axles of the correct length. Probably not too many Jags in the wrecking yards in Iowa? Not here either.
so i should be able to use the 78s axle housing and order new axle shafts? and no not to many jags around here. anyone ever tried using 02 and up ford explorer independent rear suspension?
You'd have to cut the axle tubes shorter and then order axles to fit. Not sure of the independant Explorer rear but the earlier solid ones work. I've got one coming from a 96 with 4.10 gears, Traclok, and disc brakes for my '50 F47.
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|7th December 2010, 12:41 PM
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Actually I don't think the evidence is there to say that the motor bearings are generally worn enough for it to be mandatory to replace them, rather I am playing it safe. Purchasing the punches and other odds and ends required to make the felts for a motor here or there is not that convenient. The kits from Analog Depot, JEC965 and elsewhere just make it the most convenient and logical option. Time was also an issue, cleaning and re-oiling the bearings would add several hours to the process and we had an afternoon literally to rebuild these two motors. The other issue for me is that I don't have the gauges required to determine the condition of the original bearings so rather than do all of this work only to find the bearings are severely worn I just replace.
I would recommend purchasing the bushings from Schopper and staying close to the original design conception although I am satisfied that the noise issues in my MKII don't relate to the choice of Geltec bushings, but to a design change that makes it much more sensitive to belt tension/condition than a MKI. (Only other MKII I am familiar with behaves the same way.)
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|8th December 2010, 05:56 PM
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MKI Observations:
Something I forgot to mention that I noticed on the two tables I worked on, both of which were made in 1959 is that the idler pulleys are stamped on the bottom with a production date - at least through 12xxx serial number machines. it is not clear to me whether this is the production date of the table or pulley, but does help to identify roughly when it was made.
Something else I have noted that I think is interesting about the idlers is that some of these are quite eccentric except at the running surface and are apparently machined after molding so that there is no significant run out. I've seen ones that were perfect and ones that are so eccentric that one wonders.
Also I have seen several including my own that are not co-planar across an entire rotation, but bobble slightly - they run quietly unless the edge bobble hits the next step down. Adjusting the pulley height slightly may be OK in some instance. I am not certain whether this is a defect from the factory or the result of being left parked in a running position for a long time - note that there is no dent in the pulley and they run quietly. I've looked at or worked on a grand total of four tables, and two of those had pulleys that exhibited one or more of these faults. Mine has both, and so does one other - both incidentally play just fine.
A replacement idler would seem to be a good investment in such cases, but I have not been able to demonstrate that these issues actually cause audible or even measurable problems. (I don't have a wow&flutter meter and required test record so it would be hard to test this..)
Intermediate Pulleys:
I'm looking for a complete MKI intermediate pulley and spindle to see whether or not it can be retrofitted in my MKII, and results in a quieter table. As I commented a couple of days ago the MKI intermediate pulley is much quieter. It would be great if someone reproduced these components in an improved form.
The MKI intermediate pulley from the factory seems to have been equipped with a little removable plastic cap on top of the bronze bearing assembly. Note that when disassembling there is a tiny little ball bearing in the top of the bearing assembly that acts as a thrust plate and falls out when you do the disassembly - it will usually end up on the brake magnet, but not a good thing if it gets lost.
Oddball TD-124MKI might be a TD-121:
I got a call today from a friend who has a table he thought I would be interested in. Although it says TD-124 on the escutcheon it is equipped as a TD-121, no strobe, no clutch, single platter, 10mm bearing, and whilst not completely sure apparently a single speed intermediate pulley.. The serial number indicates it was originally intended to be or was a TD-124 MKI..
Odds & Ends
I'll be installing a motor upgrade kit (dual bushing setup) and a new main bearing in one of these tables in a couple of weeks. I'll post the details here when I do it.
As you know I am quite verbose, so anything I think of will get added here..
I'm listening to my TD-124 as I write this, very pleased with the sound - notwithstanding my MKI intermediate pulley envy..
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|9th December 2010, 07:52 AM
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Above is a photo of the (mk 1) step pulley axle with bearing ball parked at its top. This being where it runs when the step pulley is assembled over the axle shaft. The bearing ball is 4mm diameter and has been upgraded to silicon ceramic.
Above: Prior to clean up......a detail shot of the casting detail that retains the step pulley axle. Two set screws. The MkII, and some of the later MK1 models do not use this casting detail.
Next photo shows the vertical alignment between idler tire and step pulley. This one needs some adjustment. Just as a side note the idler wheel in this photo is one from Mirko. It spins very concentric to its axis of rotation and offers the benefit of new bushings. However I did see some lateral run-out. Not so bad as to impede making a good vertical adjustment.
After the adjustment the idler tire ran cleanly within the width of the step pulley lands without touching a shoulder.
More details on this build at:
serial number 2078. A very early TD124.
re; TD121
That should be interesting to note the detailed differences between TD124 and TD121. In additional to the loss of 3 speeds, a strobe, a level, and a clutch, the TD121 uses the 10mm bearing from the TD135 and its platter.
Anyway, I thought some photos of a TD124 build might be useful.
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|9th December 2010, 12:13 PM
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Very useful I think, and the photographs are excellent. I will post some pictures of the oddball TD124/121 when I see it - it should prove to be very interesting.
Interesting comments on the MKI vs MKII intermediate pulley spindle arrangement. I will be looking at those MKI again in the coming weeks and will have a look at them. Given their serial # I expect they would be set up like the one you show.
Have you run one of Mirko's idlers on a table equipped with the zamac platter? The reason I ask is that both a friend and I can hear the idler exciting the platter resonance in our respective MKIIs.. Wondering if the idler might have hardened up sufficiently that a new one might improve on this situation.
I am planning on an eventual platter upgrade but have resisted buying one of the recent flood of vintage cast platters because I run an MC cartridge.
Do you have any experience with the Schopper or Mirko's non-magnetic platter?
BTW your motor bearings are very nicely & precisely made, it was obvious when I installed them..
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|9th December 2010, 07:11 PM
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I took some photos and made observations at this link:nonmag
With regard to Mirko's idler replacements, I recall doing a direct a/b comparison between the original (but still very good) idler wheel and one I bought from Mirko. This was on #2729, my first TD124. (iron platter) What I heard with the new idler wheel was a perceivable lower noise floor and a slightly better sense of pace. The lower noise floor translates into improved detail reproduction. Of course these observations are just perceived and not measured in any way. Still, they were obvious enough for me.
But I can say that I have used some MC cartridges on every TD124 I've had over here (all with iron platters) and never experienced any issues with vtf or magnetic pull between cartridge and the iron platter beneath it. Probably the MC cart I have with the strongest magnet (a Shelter with neodymium magnet) was the best test for that effect that I gave it. But no problem there. I have to say that I have only tried a few different MC models. The Shelter. A few different DL-103 and R models. An Ortofon Jubilee. But I have not tried any of the Ortofon SPU models...of which some folks say is where the real trouble is...
Anyway it is fun to watch your progress over here on this forum.
|9th December 2010, 08:09 PM
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Hi Steve,
Thanks for the insightful comments..
Particularly interesting to me is the comment on the DL-103 as well as other MCs and cast iron platters, hearing this I think I might actually give it a try when the next crop of cast platters show up on eBay then.. Worst case I can always resell it..
I've been planning on acquiring one of Mirko's new idlers at some point to try. My current one seems to work well, but it strikes me as a worthwhile experiment. Your perceptions if true would further improve the performance of a great TT..
I'm still having some minor belt related issues, although it is less than previously as the CB965 belt has stretched quite noticeably. It does seem that an occasional dusting with talc still helps, but that is a bit of pain.. The quietest belt is still the original, the Thakker is acceptable and is what I am using. The others are all quite a bit noisier, but oddly these same noisy belts run very quietly on the two MKI I tried them on.. Fellow MKII owner down the street is having the same exact belt issues, however I gifted him my worst belt, poor guy.. (It was the only spare I had at the time. They all improve at least slightly with talc and running time too.) None of this is "overtly" audible unless it's getting extreme during playback, but once it is finally eliminated it will probably be noticeable.
I'm going to take a look at some slightly longer belts and see what that does. Apparently these noise issues are enough of an issue that there is a camp of thought that advocates completely disabling the eddy current brake and using a variac instead to control the speed. (You have to drop the voltage pretty drastically in order to get it to run on speed) I'm not in favor of this approach although my limited experiments indicate it does reduce noise levels, but it also seems to reduce running torque significantly. I have not listened to one configured this way but if there is anything to the high torque argument I wouldn't think this would be the way to go..
Do you think that local model shop might be capable of making an improved less resonant version of the intermediate pulley for the MKII? I could be all wet here.. Seriously..
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|9th December 2010, 08:27 PM
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Surely a better solution would be to feed the mottor a lower frequency instead of reducing the torque. I may be able to try it out, just not sure if my current regenerator has sufficient guts...
|9th December 2010, 08:52 PM
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Would be an interesting experiment, my experience with induction motors is that they generally run smoother at higher frequencies than lower, in this case the reduction in frequency would be quite small, probably 1Hz or less. I can generate anything in the 50Hz - 60Hz range here without too much difficulty if your experiments indicate it works. (Actually I can borrow a source temporarily as needed.)
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|9th December 2010, 09:32 PM
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I have only seen one later style step pulley close up. That one was one that a friend brought over. It featured an entirely different bearing design than the earlier mk1 step pulley as I have pictured in the above post. Instead of an inverted thrust style of bearing it is more conventional in that the axle shaft is permanently fixed to the step pulley and that this axle shaft with step pulley attached fits down into a housing with two bushings and a thrust pad. Very much like a platter bearing.
The potential I see in this later design is that the axle bushings are located well below the belt crown of the stepped pulley. As such when the drive train is in operation with the drive belt pulling at it, there will be a kind of tipping force applied to the bushings and shaft. Result, higher degree of bushing wear.
But it is more complicated than just belt pull trying to topple the step pulley off its axis of rotation. There is also the force being applied from the idler wheel. Depending upon which speed it is normally running at this can counter the effects of belt pulley or maybe just complicate it into a more random pattern of wear between bushings and axle shaft.
Thing to check: excess slack in the running clearance between axle and bushings on your step pulley.
If it is the case, this would account for excess noise being generated by both belt and idler wheel.
My suggestion; Get fussy about the step pulley bearings. Make repairs before getting analytical about various belt qualities or even trying out another idler wheel.
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- Place seam side down in an ungreased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Sprinkle with cracker crumbs. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 6-8 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Keep warm.
- For sauce, in a small microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Gradually whisk in egg yolks, lemon juice, water and salt. Microwave, uncovered, at 30% power for 30 seconds or until mixture reaches 160° and is thickened, stirring once. Spoon over chicken. Sprinkle with almonds. Discard toothpicks. Yield: 2 servings.
Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.
Originally published as Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breasts in Simple & Delicious March/April 2006, p19
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