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When choosing a dress, choose something which has just one colour, and best to choose dark colours, this will give you a streamlined effect.
To elongate your body, choose a dress with a short skirt and make sure you wear a pair of heels as this is the biggest thing you can do to make yourself taller! Keep things simple for the most amazing effect.
- Keep prints in proportion to you figure, no bigger then the palm of your hand, otherwise you will look like a clown.
- Wear 3/4 sleeves, on dresses, shirts and jumpers.
- Avoid too much jewelry, or at least heavy jewellery.
- When layering, wear light weight materials like cotton, linen and especially silks.
- Wear monochromatic colours.
- When wearing separates avoid contrasting colours such as a navy skirt and a white top, go for an all-in-one colour way.
- Keep in mind that the more fitted the look, the more flattering it will be.
Dorothy Perkins
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Petite Affair
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The Chic Petite
Clothing news and reviews for small women. Search by zip code for petite clothing stores near you or browse the directory of online petite shops. Petite fashionistas of the world, unite! You have nothing to lose but your baggy clothes.
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The central serotonin2B receptor as a new pharmacological target for the treatment of dopamine-related neuropsychiatric disorders: Rationale and current status of research.
Devroye C, Cathala A, Piazza PV, Spampinato U
The serotonin2B receptor (5-HT2BR), which was first cloned and characterized in the rat stomach fundus, is the most recent addition to the 5-HT2R family. While its involvement in the regulation of gastrointestinal, vascular, pulmonary and cardiac physiology has been widely investigated, its functional role within the central nervous system (CNS) has received much less attention. Nevertheless, when considering the data available in the literature with regards to the regulatory control exerted by the central 5-HT2BR on dopamine (DA) and serotonin (5-HT) neuron activity, a very interesting picture emerges and highlights the key role of these receptors for future therapeutic strategies of DA-related neuropsychiatric disorders. Thus, the present review, by compiling molecular, biochemical, electrophysiological and behavioral findings from the literature of the past twenty years, aims at providing a sound analysis of the current knowledge supporting the interest of the central 5-HT2BR for future therapeutic avenues. First, we recall the neuroanatomical and functional data supporting the therapeutic relevance of the 5-HT/DA interaction in the CNS. Thereafter, after a short overview of the central expression and molecular properties of the 5-HT2BR, as well as of the 5-HT2BR agonists and antagonists available in the market, we will focus on the functional role of this receptor in the control of 5-HT, DA and neuroglia activity in the rodent brain. Finally, the therapeutic potential of 5-HT2BR antagonists for improved treatment of schizophrenia and drug addiction will be discussed.
Opposite control of mesocortical and mesoaccumbal dopamine pathways by serotonin2B receptor blockade: Involvement of medial prefrontal cortex serotonin1A receptors.
Devroye C, Haddjeri N, Cathala A, Rovera R, Drago F, Piazza PV, Artigas F, Spampinato U
Recent studies have shown that serotonin2B receptor (5-HT2BR) antagonists exert opposite facilitatory and inhibitory effects on dopamine (DA) release in the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC) and the nucleus accumbens (NAc), respectively, thereby leading to the proposal that these compounds could provide an interesting pharmacological tool for treating schizophrenia. Although the mechanisms underlying these effects remain unknown, several data in the literature suggest that 5-HT1ARs located into the mPFC could participate in this interaction. The present study, using in vivo microdialysis and electrophysiological recordings in rats, assessed this hypothesis by means of two selective 5-HT1AR (WAY 100635) and 5-HT2BR (RS 127445) antagonists. WAY 100635, administered either subcutaneously (0.16 mg/kg, s.c) or locally into the mPFC (0.1 muM), blocked the changes of mPFC and NAc DA release induced by the intraperitoneal administration of RS 127445 (0.16 mg/kg, i.p.). The administration of RS 127445 (0.16 mg/kg, i.p.) increased both dorsal raphe nucleus (DRN) 5-HT neuron firing rate and 5-HT outflow in the mPFC. Likewise, mPFC 5-HT outflow was increased following the intra-DRN injection of RS 127445 (0.032 mug/0.2 mul). Finally, intra-DRN injection of RS 127445 increased and decreased DA outflow in the mPFC and the NAc, respectively, these effects being reversed by the intra-mPFC perfusion of WAY 100635. These results demonstrate the existence of a functional interplay between mPFC 5-HT1ARs and DRN 5-HT2BRs in the control of the DA mesocorticolimbic system, and highlight the clinical interest of this interaction, as both receptors represent an important pharmacological target for the treatment of schizophrenia.
Differential control of dopamine ascending pathways by serotonin2B receptor antagonists: New opportunities for the treatment of schizophrenia.
Devroye C, Cathala A, Haddjeri N, Rovera R, Vallee M, Drago F, Piazza PV, Spampinato U
Recent studies suggest that the central serotonin2B receptor (5-HT2BR) could be an interesting pharmacological target for treating neuropsychiatric disorders related to dopamine (DA) dysfunction, such as schizophrenia. Thus, the present study was aimed at characterizing the role of 5-HT2BRs in the control of ascending DA pathway activity. Using neurochemical, electrophysiological and behavioral approaches, we assessed the effects of two selective 5-HT2BR antagonists, RS 127445 and LY 266097, on in vivo DA outflow in DA-innervated regions, on mesencephalic DA neuronal firing, as well as in behavioral tests predictive of antipsychotic efficacy and tolerability, such as phencyclidine (PCP)-induced deficit in novel object recognition (NOR) test, PCP-induced hyperlocomotion and catalepsy. Both RS 127445 (0.16 mg/kg, i.p.) and LY 266097 (0.63 mg/kg, i.p.) increased DA outflow in the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC). RS 127445, devoid of effect in the striatum, decreased DA outflow in the nucleus accumbens, and potentiated haloperidol (0.1 mg/kg, s.c.)-induced increase in mPFC DA outflow. Also, RS 127445 decreased the firing rate of DA neurons in the ventral tegmental area, but had no effect in the substantia nigra pars compacta. Finally, both RS 127445 and LY 266097 reversed PCP-induced deficit in NOR test, and reduced PCP-induced hyperlocomotion, without inducing catalepsy. These results demonstrate that 5-HT2BRs exert a differential control on DA pathway activity, and suggest that 5-HT2BR antagonists could represent a new class of drugs for improved treatment of schizophrenia, with an ideal profile of effects expected to alleviate cognitive and positive symptoms, without eliciting extrapyramidal symptoms.
Central serotonin receptor blockade inhibits cocaine-induced hyperlocomotion independently of changes of subcortical dopamine outflow.
Devroye C, Cathala A, Di Marco B, Caraci F, Drago F, Piazza PV, Spampinato U
The central serotonin2B receptor (5-HT2BR) is currently considered as an interesting pharmacological target for improved treatment of drug addiction. In the present study, we assessed the effect of two selective 5-HT2BR antagonists, RS 127445 and LY 266097, on cocaine-induced hyperlocomotion and dopamine (DA) outflow in the nucleus accumbens (NAc) and the dorsal striatum of freely moving rats. The peripheral administration of RS 127445 (0.16 mg/kg, i.p.) or LY 266097 (0.63 mg/kg, i.p.) significantly reduced basal DA outflow in the NAc shell, but had no effect on cocaine (10 mg/kg, i.p.)-induced DA outflow in this brain region. Also, RS 127445 failed to modify both basal and cocaine-induced DA outflow in the NAc core and the dorsal striatum. Conversely, both 5-HT2BR antagonists reduced cocaine-induced hyperlocomotion. Furthermore, RS 127445 as well as the DA-R antagonist haloperidol (0.1 mg/kg, i.p.) reduced significantly the late-onset hyperlocomotion induced by the DA-R agonist quinpirole (0.5 mg/kg, s.c.). Altogether, these results demonstrate that 5-HT2BR blockade inhibits cocaine-induced hyperlocomotion independently of changes of subcortical DA outflow. This interaction takes place downstream to DA neurons and could involve an action at the level of dorsostriatal and/or NAc DA transmission, in keeping with the importance of these brain regions in the behavioural responses of cocaine. Overall, this study affords additional knowledge into the regulatory control exerted by the 5-HT2BR on ascending DA pathways, and provides additional support to the proposed role of 5-HT2BRs as a new pharmacological target in drug addiction.
Serotonin receptor stimulation inhibits cocaine-induced Fos expression and DARPP-32 phosphorylation in the rat striatum independently of dopamine outflow.
Devroye C, Cathala A, Maitre M, Piazza PV, Abrous DN, Revest JM, Spampinato U
The serotonin2C receptor (5-HT2CR) is known to control dopamine (DA) neuron function by modulating DA neuronal firing and DA exocytosis at terminals. Recent studies assessing the influence of 5-HT2CRs on cocaine-induced neurochemical and behavioral responses have shown that 5-HT2CRs can also modulate mesoaccumbens DA pathway activity at post-synaptic level, by controlling DA transmission in the nucleus accumbens (NAc), independently of DA release itself. A similar mechanism has been proposed to occur at the level of the nigrostriatal DA system. Here, using in vivo microdialysis in freely moving rats and molecular approaches, we assessed this hypothesis by studying the influence of the 5-HT2CR agonist Ro 60-0175 on cocaine-induced responses in the striatum. The intraperitoneal (i.p.) administration of 1 mg/kg Ro 60-0175 had no effect on the increase in striatal DA outflow induced by cocaine (15 mg/kg, i.p.). Conversely, Ro 60-0175 inhibited cocaine-induced Fos immunoreactivity and phosphorylation of the DA and c-AMP regulated phosphoprotein of Mr 32 kDa (DARPP-32) at threonine 75 residue in the striatum. Finally, the suppressant effect of Ro 60-0175 on cocaine-induced DARPP-32 phosphorylation was reversed by the selective 5-HT2CR antagonist SB 242084 (0.5 mg/kg, i.p.). In keeping with the key role of DARPP-32 in DA neurotransmission, our results demonstrate that 5-HT2CRs are capable of modulating nigrostriatal DA pathway activity at post-synaptic level, by specifically controlling DA signaling in the striatum.
Addict Biol
Serotonin receptors modulate dopamine transmission in the nucleus accumbens independently of dopamine release: behavioral, neurochemical and molecular studies with cocaine.
Cathala A, Devroye C, Maitre M, Piazza PV, Abrous DN, Revest JM, Spampinato U
In keeping with its ability to control the mesoaccumbens dopamine (DA) pathway, the serotonin2C receptor (5-HT2C R) plays a key role in mediating the behavioral and neurochemical effects of drugs of abuse. Studies assessing the influence of 5-HT2C R agonists on cocaine-induced responses have suggested that 5-HT2C Rs can modulate mesoaccumbens DA pathway activity independently of accumbal DA release, thereby controlling DA transmission in the nucleus accumbens (NAc). In the present study, we assessed this hypothesis by studying the influence of the 5-HT2C R agonist Ro 60-0175 on cocaine-induced behavioral, neurochemical and molecular responses. The i.p. administration of 1 mg/kg Ro 60-0175 inhibited hyperlocomotion induced by cocaine (15 mg/kg, i.p.), had no effect on cocaine-induced DA outflow in the shell, and increased it in the core subregion of the NAc. Furthermore, Ro 60-0175 inhibited the late-onset locomotion induced by the subcutaneous administration of the DA-D2 R agonist quinpirole (0.5 mg/kg), as well as cocaine-induced increase in c-Fos immunoreactivity in NAc subregions. Finally, Ro 60-0175 inhibited cocaine-induced phosphorylation of the DA and c-AMP regulated phosphoprotein of Mr 32 kDa (DARPP-32) at threonine residues in the NAc core, this effect being reversed by the selective 5-HT2C R antagonist SB 242084 (0.5 mg/kg, i.p.). Altogether, these findings demonstrate that 5-HT2C Rs are capable of modulating mesoaccumbens DA pathway activity at post-synaptic level by specifically controlling DA signaling in the NAc core subregion. In keeping with the tight relationship between locomotor activity and NAc DA function, this interaction could participate in the inhibitory control of cocaine-induced locomotor activity.
Exp Brain Res
Serotonin2C receptors and drug addiction: focus on cocaine.
Devroye C, Filip M, Przegalinski E, McCreary AC, Spampinato U
This review provides an overview of the role of central serotonin2C (5-HT2C) receptors in drug addiction, specifically focusing on their impact on the neurochemical and behavioral effects of cocaine, one of the most worldwide abused drug. First, we described the neurochemical and electrophysiological mechanisms underlying the interaction between 5-HT2C receptors and the mesocorticolimbic dopaminergic network, in keeping with the key role of this system in drug abuse and dependence. Thereafter, we focused on the role of 5-HT2C receptors in the effects of cocaine in various preclinical behavioral models used in drug addiction research, such as locomotor hyperactivity, locomotor sensitization, drug discrimination, and self-administration, to end with an overview of the neurochemical mechanisms underlying the interactions between 5-HT2C receptors, mesocorticolimbic dopamine system, and cocaine. On their whole, the presented data provide compelling preclinical evidence that 5-HT2C receptor agonists may have efficacy in the treatment of cocaine abuse and dependence, thereby underlying the need for additional clinical studies to ascertain whether preclinical data translate to the human.

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|Gerhard Nuessle, Harald Bernd Enderle, Franz S. Gerl
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1. Technical Field
This invention relates to speech recognition systems. More particularly, this invention relates to speech recognition systems for a user to select a list element from a list or group of list elements.
2. Related Art
Many electronic applications have design processes or sequences that are speech-guided or speech-controlled by a user. The electronic applications include destination guidance (navigation) systems for vehicles, telephone and/or address systems, and the like. Vehicles include automobiles, trucks, boats, airplanes, and the like.
In these processes or sequences, a user provides speech output to a speech recognition unit. The speech output often corresponds to a list element from a list or group of list elements. The speech recognition unit processes the speech output. The speech recognition unit selects a list element in response to the processed speech output.
Speech recognition units typically process a limited number of speech outputs. Many speech recognition units can process only a few thousand words (speech outputs) or list elements. When there are large numbers of list elements, the speech recognition unit may not function or may not function properly without additional conditioning or processing of the speech output. Many applications have an extensive number of list elements, especially when the list comprises most or all of the available list elements. Such applications include destination guidance (navigation) systems and telephone systems. Navigation and telephone systems typically include numerous city and street names. Telephone systems typically include numerous personal names. These applications may have lists with list elements numbering in the tens to hundreds of thousands. In addition, many speech recognition units may not differentiate between similar sounding list elements, especially when there are numerous list elements that sound alike.
This invention provides a speech recognition system for processing speech outputs from a user to select a list element from a list or group of list elements. The user speaks or states the speech output in chronologically successive voice inputs—a whole word and an initial character sequence of the desired list element. The speech output is separated into two components—the whole word and the individual character sequence. These components or voice inputs are processed separately. A sublist is generated in response to the individual character sequence. The whole word is compared to the sublist. A list element is selected in response to the whole word and sublist.
Other systems, methods, features and advantages of the invention will be, or will become, apparent to one with skill in the art upon examination of the following figures and detailed description. It is intended that all such additional systems, methods, features and advantages be included within this description, be within the scope of the invention, and be protected by the following claims.
The invention can be better understood with reference to the following drawings and description. The components in the figures are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon illustrating the principles of the invention. Moreover, in the figures, like reference numerals designate corresponding parts throughout the different views. In the drawings:
The speech recognition system 1 processes speech or voice outputs from a user to select a list element from a list or group of list elements. The list could be any assembly of data, related or unrelated. The list elements are particular data entries in list. The list may contain navigation data for a navigation system or contact data for a telephone system. The navigation data may include place names and street names as list elements. The contact data may include personal names, place names, street names, and telephone numbers as list elements. The list may contain other data.
To select a list element, the user states, speaks or otherwise provides a speech or voice output to the input unit 2. The speech output is an entire description of the desired list element and includes two voice inputs—a whole word and an initial character sequence of the desired list element. The whole word is the entire list element as spoken. The initial character sequence is one or more characters of the desired list element as successive individual characters. If "STUTTGART" were a list element, the whole word voice input would be "Stuttgart" as spoken. The initial character sequence voice input would be "S" for a character sequence having one character. The initial character sequence would be "S T U T" for a character sequence having four characters. The number of characters in the initial character sequence may be specified in response to the number of list elements in the list and the respective capacities of the speech recognition system and/or the speech recognition unit.
The user may speak the two voice inputs—whole word and initial character sequence—one immediately after the other or with a slight pause between them as in two steps separated by time. The sequence of the two voice inputs may be permanently specified by the speech recognition system 1. The sequence of the two voice inputs may be specified in a manner that allows them to be selected by the user. The speech recognition system may be configured such that the whole word voice input is spoken first followed by the initial character sequence voice input. In this configuration, it is convenient for the user to speak the initial character sequence, while the word just spoken is still present in his memory.
The speech recognition unit 3 receives the speech output from the input unit 2. The speech output may be processed acoustically in the speech recognition unit 3 to reduce or eliminate disturbing environmental noises. The speech recognition unit 3 separates the speech output into the two voice inputs or components—whole word and initial character sequence. The speech recognition unit 3 may use a separating procedure such as a word-spotting to determine the portion of the speech output corresponding to the whole word voice input and the portion of the speech output associated with the initial character sequence voice input. The separated components—whole word and initial character sequence—are processed separately. The portion of the speech output associated with the whole word voice input is stored in memory unit 5. The portion of the speech output associated with the initial character sequence is provided to the database 6.
The speech recognition unit 3 is connected to a vocabulary 4 having relevant characters (letters, digits, and the like) corresponding to the list elements in the list. The vocabulary also has model sequences not contained in the relevant characters that represent out-of-vocabulary words. These model sequences are much more likely assigned to the whole word input-than the individual characters. In connection the out-of-vocabulary model sequence and the character vocabulary may serve to separate the whole word from the individual character sequence. The first or recognition vocabulary 4 depends on the alphabet of the respective local language and/or the application of the speech recognition system. The individual character sequence contained in the speech output may be converted into a character sequence of written individual characters.
Database 6 holds the list or group of list elements. Database 6 may hold a whole, entire, or an extensive list having any number of list elements. The components of the speech recognition system 1 are configured for use with any type of data as the list elements. The list of list elements may be installed on the database 6 during manufacture and/or during subsequent operation of the electrical device that has the speech recognition system 1. The list may be downloaded from a flash memory or similar device. The list also may be downloaded via a communication system such as a landline and wireless radio networks, a global satellite network, and the like.
The database 6 performs a matching procedure on the portion of the speech output associated with the individual character sequence. The database 6 determines a sublist of list elements that corresponds to the characters in the individual character sequence. The sublist is generated based on the character sequence of the individual characters, which may include the out-of-vocabulary characters.
The second speech recognition unit 8 is configured with the second vocabulary 7. The second speech recognition unit compares the whole word stored in memory unit 8 with the sublist of list elements. The sublist is generated based on the character sequence of the individual character or the individual characters and then forwarded to the speech recognition unit which is configured with the vocabulary of the sublist. Depending on this comparison, a recognition result having the most likely list element is generated. The speech recognition system 1 provides an acoustical and/or optical transmission of a list element from the output unit 9 in response to the recognition result.
In addition, the speech recognition system 1 may have a fault tolerance to accommodate user input errors, pronunciation errors, and mix-ups resulting from unclear voice inputs. A hypothetical list of recognized and converted characters sequences of individual characters is created based on the initial character sequence. This hypothetical list contains character sequences composed of at least one individual character. Characters are taken into consideration when the characters are similar to individual characters recognized by the speech recognition unit 3 and when the characters are susceptible to mix-up.
This hypothetical list has character sequences of individual characters with at least one possible initial character of the desired list element. The hypothetical list is made available to the subsequent matching procedure by the database 6. A sublist is generated from all of the list elements based on the character sequences (i.e., a sublist of the whole list). The entire inventory of possible list elements is limited to a size that can be processed. The matching procedure is carried out by comparing the hypothetical list of recognized individual characters with the initial characters stored in the whole list. In this process, the hypothetical list of recognized individual characters is compared with the inventory of list elements in the whole list that are actually available. The hypothetical list of recognized individual characters may be faulty, but represents an error-tolerant filtering of the whole list. A fault tolerance may be required when the character sequences delivered by the speech recognition unit 3 during the separating procedure do not correspond to a correct voice input or correct speech recognition. The hypothetical list of recognized individual characters may be completed in response to the entries or list elements on the whole list. This extracted list is presented as a sublist with valid list elements. The maximum length of the extracted list (sublist) can be specified one time in the speech output, depending on the amount of data in the whole list, the properties of the speech recognition unit, and the minimum number of spoken initial characters (letters, digits, and the like) and specified in the data base as configuration parameters for the matching procedure. The sublist may have a magnitude of 500 to 1000 list elements. The sublist may have other magnitudes. A new vocabulary for the speech recognition unit is now created based on the list elements in the sublist. The speech recognition unit 3 compares the limited sublist with the whole word of the desired list element that was separated from the speech output and stored.; The result is a list element as the recognition result that most likely matches the desired list element. The recognition result is communicated optically and/or acoustically to the user by the output unit 9, which may have a display unit.
The speech recognition system 1 may be used to perform a generic subdivision of an extensive data list into smaller units (sublists) that are easier to process. Extensive data lists are lists of any size such as telephone books or geographic data lists such as place names or street names. Since two recognition procedures are carried out for the speech output (one for individual characters and the other for whole words), a high level of accuracy and reliability for the speech recognition is given, i.e., a high likelihood that the correct desired list element will be recognized. The fault tolerance in the separating procedure and the matching procedure (a two-fold fault tolerance) may compensate for input errors or inexact inputs on the part of the user. Further, the user may speak the whole word as his first voice entry and then speak the initial character or characters as the second voice entry.
The user speaks S1 the speech output to an input unit or microphone of a speech recognition system. The speech output includes the whole word and the initial character sequence as discussed. A whole place name such as "Stuttgart" may be the whole word voice input. One or more initial characters of the place name such as "S T U T" may be the initial character sequence. The four initial letters of the place name are spoken in succession (spelled out) as individual characters.
The speech output is processed S2 acoustically in a speech recognition unit or other component of the speech recognition system. The processing reduces or eliminates disturbing environmental noises and the like.
The speech output ("Stuttgart" and "S T U T") is separated S3 in the speech recognition unit by means of the word-spotting method. The speech output is separated into the two voice inputs—"whole word" ("Stuttgart") and "individual character sequence" ("S T U T"). The speech recognition unit is configured with a first vocabulary 4 having the permitted letters, digits, and characters of the language used for the list elements. The language may be German. The speech recognition unit searches for individual characters (i.e., letters, digits, and characters) in the speech output. The first individual character recognized is the spelled-out individual letter "S". The preceding part of the speech output (i.e., the first voice input) is associated as a whole word with the out-of-vocabulary data quantity that does not belong to individual characters. The character sequence consisting of four initial characters is compiled with the individual characters following the individual character recognized as being the first (following the first individual letters). A hypothetical list of characters sequences is created, in which character sequences having similar-sounding and/or easily confused letters are contained as alternatives. The letter "S" may be confused with "F". The letter "T" may be confused with "E" or "D". As a result, the hypothetical list contains the character sequence "STUT" along with the character sequences "FDUT", "SDUT", "STOD", "STOE", SDOT", SDOD", STUD", SPUT", "SEUT", GTUT", and "ESTU".
The whole word (e.g., "Stuttgart") associated with the out-of-vocabulary data quantity is stored S4 in a memory unit as the first voice input of the speech output.
The whole list of place names (list elements) is compared S5 with the hypothetical list of character sequences delivered by the speech recognition unit. A sublist of place names is generated from this comparison. The initial letters of this sublist agree with or are similar to the character sequences of the hypothetical list. The character sequences in the hypothetical list form complete list elements (place names) contained in the whole list. List elements (place names) having similar-sounding and/or easily confused letters are also taken into account in the character sequences of the hypothetical list. The character sequences listed above are made into complete place names such as "Stuttgart", "Stotzard", "Sauggart", "Sittard", "Stutengarten", and "Stutensee." There may be about 200 place names as list elements. There may be other numbers of list elements.
The speech recognition unit or another speech recognition unit is configured S6 with this sublist of place names generated in the list comparison of the whole list with the hypothetical list. The new vocabulary may be substantially limited compared with the whole list.
In the speech recognition unit configured with the new vocabulary, the whole word ("Stuttgart") stored in the memory unit is now compared S7 with the list elements (place names) in the sublist. The place names include "Stuttgart", "Stotzarad", "Sauggart", "Sittard", "Stutengarten", "Stutensee", etc. The list element in the sublist that most likely corresponds to the whole word (e.g., "Stuttgart") is selected as the recognition result, which is the place name "Stuttgart". The selection is based on a classification carried out by the speech recognition unit.
The recognition result of the speech recognition unit ("Stuttgart") is communicated S8 to the user. The recognition result may be communicated via an acoustic output unit such as a speaker. The recognition result ("Stuttgart") may be communicated via an optical display.
While various embodiments of the invention have been described, it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many more embodiments and implementations are possible that are within the scope of the invention.
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Bovine TB: comment on a badger control licence application or expression of interest
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- Natural England
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- Bovine TB: controlling the risk of bovine TB from badgers and Bovine tuberculosis (bovine TB)
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- 18 February 2016
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- England
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Find out how to comment on badger control licence applications or expressions of interest in Cheshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Somerset, Wiltshire and Worcestershire.
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Natural England has received 29 applications or expressions of interest for a badger control licence. These cover areas ranging from 135 km2 to 655 km2 (with the average area being approximately 330 km2) within the counties of:
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Volibear Build Guide by DavyJonesNA
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Volibear Build
First recall
Second return if possible
Best situation 3rd Recall
You can't finish these because you won.
Ability Sequence
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The masteries shown here are not yet updated for the current season, the guide author needs to set up the new masteries. As such, they will be different than the masteries you see in-game.
Introducing the Ursa Warrior
The inspiration from this build is taken from the Ursa warrior Ulsfaar in dota2, Volibears counterpart. Ulsfaar excels extremely well in the carry role.
Let me start off by telling you this is a strong mans guide, Do not attempt this guide if you cannot completely last hit while taking minimal damage. This build is designed for seasoned Volibear players who want a warrior feel.Do not attempt this guide if you do not play volibear as often as others, Do not attempt this guide if you do not know how to trade with Volibear.
Things you will learn
*Learn to One v One (Volibear is an exceptional if not one of the best One vs One champions in the entire game.)
*Volibear can negate a majority of early damage with his passive, we will learn how to utilize it.
*Volibear is capable of absurd damage from lvls 4-14
*How to kite properly and deal as much damage without taking it.
Use attack speed Quints, standard Ad reds and Flat armor yellows, complemented with Scaling mr Blues. The scaling mr runes will help you deal with your lack of mr until mid/late game.
This should always be your start unless you are facing rumble or vlad.
On your first recall you must obtain these items less you wish to behind, Make sure you are always picking up at least one ward, prioritize some gold for at least two,
These two items will make you a force to be wreckend with at early phases of the game, not only can you farm your lane and golems with great ease it will provide powerful One Vs One abilities due to your Frenzy and attack speed runes.
This is the core build you are going for, Replace sunfire cape with spirit visage if you are fighting an ap caster.
Note: Once you have these core items initiate upon your enemy at all times, wear him down with your first combo and wait for cooldowns, punish him again with your ultimate and BotRk active and its a free kill.
Spirit visage is interchangeable with sunfire cape, depending on your lane match up.
Banshees and warmogs are luxury items and should be built in the order of situation.
Skill Sequence
You must know your skill sequence.
You should only initiate with frenzy built at Three stacks this way your guaranteed a bite after unleashing Q E.
Only activate your ultimate if its going to be an extended fight and your opponent is not trying to flee.
Remember your attacks are chained with your R. Meaning if the enemy is just our of range and getting away attack the creepwave, i have gotten countless kills i thought were going to escape this way.
Pros / Cons
*High burst and dps
*Potent damage and sturdy
*Powerful initiation and assassination
*Powerful early game
*The build itself is very gold dependent and should only be attempted if you can farm well
*Volibear has a tough time dealing with champions who have a heavy slow or blink
*Ignite is a deadly tool against volibear and you should be cautiously aware when they have it up
*Weaker late game than some bruisers
* Vulnerable to range attacks.
This guide isn't intended for ranked play, it is a pub stompers guide to success.
This is my first guide and I will admit I was rather lazy with it.


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Philomelion (AD 14-37) AE 18 - Tiberius
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Tiberius, 14-37 AD. AE18 (5.35g). Titos Philopatris, magistrate. ΣΕΒΑΣ ΤΟΣ, bare head right; countermark, eagle / Zeus seated left; holding patera and scepter. Black patina, GF.
Philomelion (AD 41-54) AE 14 - Claudius
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Claudius I, 41-54 AD. AE14 (5.70g). ΣABAΣTOΣ, bare head right / BPOKXOI ΦIΛOMHΛEΩN, Zeus seated left holding patera & scepter. Great strike in high relief. Good metal. Beautiful dark green patina. Choice EF.
Philomelion (AD 50-59) AE 25 - Agrippina Junior
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Agrippina Junior, Augusta, 50-59 AD. AE25 (11.80g). Brocchoi, magistrate, struck 50-54 AD. Draped bust right / Tripod between vexillum and palm; star above. Fine, light brown patina, scratches under patina. Rare.
Philomelion (AD 98-117) AE 24 - Trajan
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Trajan, 98-117 AD. AE24 (10.67g). AYT NEPOY TPAIANOC KAICAP [ΓE?], laureate head right / EΠI Λ ΓΕΡ ΗΦΑΙCTIONOC ΦIΛO, Zeus seated left with Nike and sceptre. aVF.
Philomelion (AD 193-211) AE 23 - Septimius Severus
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Septimius Severus, 193-211 AD. AE23 (6.29g). Hadrianus, magistrate. AV K ΛOV CЄΠ CЄVHPOC ΠЄ, laureate head right / ЄΠI AΔPIANOV ΦΙΛOMHΛ, Tyche standing left, holding rudder and cornucopia. gVF.
Philomelion (AD 193-211) AE 24 - Septimius Severus
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Septimius Severus, 193-211 AD. AE24 (5.54g). Claudius Trajanus, magistrate. AV KA CЄΠ CЄVHPOC, laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / ЄΠI KΛ TPAIA ΦIΛOMHΛЄΩN, Septimius Severus standing left, holding sceptre and sacrificing with patera over lighted altar to left. Extremely rare. gVF.
Philomelion (AD 193-217) AE 21 - Julia Domna
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Julia Domna, 193-217 AD. AE21 (5.18g). Cl. Traian…, magistrate. Draped bust right / Dionysos standing left, holding patera and thyrsos; altar before. Rare. VF.
Philomelion (AD 198-209) AE 20 - Geta
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Geta, as Caesar. 198-209 AD. AE20 (5.33g). Λ CЄΠT ΓЄTAC, bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / ΦIΛOMHΛЄΩN, helmeted bust of Athena right. VF.
Philomelion (AD 198-209) AE 22 - Geta
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Geta as Caesar. AD 198-209. AE22 (5.33g). Bare-headed, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / Tyche standing left, holding rudder on globe and cornucopia. Near VF, dark green patina with some earthen encrustation.
Philomelion (AD 198-217) AE 22 - Caracalla
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Caracalla, 198-217 AD. AE22 (5.65g). M AY AN TωNЄIN, laureate, draped and radiate bust right / •ΦІΛOMH- EΠI AKOYTOV, Fortuna standing facing, holding cornucopiae and ears of corn. gVF.
Philomelion (AD 222-235) AE 16 - Alexander Severus
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Alexander Severus, 222-235 AD. AE16 (2.40g). Laureate head right / Eagle facing, head right. Good fine.
Philomelion (AD 222-235) AE 20 - Julia Mamaea
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Julia Mamaea, mother of Alexander Severus, 222-235 AD. AE20 (5.42g). M. Julius Paulinus, magistrate. Diademed and draped bust right / Clasped hands. VF, black patina with some earthen encrustation. There seem to be no recorded coins for Mamaea from Philomelion. Wagner Coll.
Philomelion (AD 222-235) AE 34 - Severus Alexander
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Severus Alexander, 222-235 AD. AE34 (23.73g). M. Julius Paulinus, magistrate. Radiate head R / Shield inscribed S P Q R. Near VF, brown patina. Ex H. C. Lindgren Collection.
Philomelion (AD 238-244) AE 15 - Gordian III
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Gordian III, 238-244 AD. AE15 (2.38g). ΑΥ ΚΜ ΑΥΤΩ ΓΟΡΔΙΑΝΟC, laureate head right / ΦΙΛΟΜΗΛЄΩΝ, eagle. Dark green patina, VF.
Philomelion (AD 238-244) AE 25 - Gordian III
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Gordian III, 238-244 AD. AE25 (9.46g). Alexandros magistrate. AV K M ANTΩNI ΓOPΔIANOC C, laureate head right / ЄΠI KOP AΛЄΞANΔ POV ΦIΛOMHΛЄ ωN, River-god Gallos recumbent left, holding cornucopiae and reed, behind him, inverted vase. Almost very fine.
Philomelion (AD 244-249) AE 25 - Philip I
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Philip I Arabs, 244-249 AD. AE25 (9.89g). M. Nestoros, magistrate. AYT K M IOYΛ ΦIΛIΠΠO CЄB, laureate, draped and cuirassed bust right / ΦΙΛOMHΛЄΩN ЄΠI MAPKOY NЄCTOPOC, river god Gallos reclining left, holding cornucopia and reed, and resting elbow upon overturned urn from which liquid flows. Very rare. VF.
Philomelion (AD 244-249) AE 33 - Otacilia Severa
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Otacilia Severa, Augusta, 244-249 AD. AE33 (15.52g, 6h). Mnestos, magistrate. Draped bust right / Statue of uncertain figure within small domed tetrastyle shrine atop base; B to right. VF, brown-green patina, earthen deposits, reverse slightly double struck.
Philomelion (AD 249-251) AE 23 - Trajan Decius
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Trajan Decius, 249-251 AD. AE23 (7.48g). Radiate bust of Decius right / River-god Gallos reclining left. Nice fine.
Philomelion (AD 249-251) AE 24 - Trajan Decius
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Trajan Decius, 249-251 AD. AE24 (7.45g, 12h). Laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / River-god Gallos reclining left, holding cornucopia and reed. VF, green and brown patina with some light deposits.
Philomelion (AD 249-251) AE 24 - Trajan Decius
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Trajan Decius, 249-251 AD. AE24 (6.77g). Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust right / River-god Gallos reclining left, holding cornucopia and reed. Good very fine.
Philomelion (AD 249-251) AE 32 - Trajan
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Trajan Decius, 249-251 AD. AE32 (16.81g). AVT K Γ MЄC K TPAIA ΔЄKIOCЄ, radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right, seen from behind / SPQR in circle, ΦIΛOMHΛЄΩN ЄΠ ЄVTVXO B around. VF, dark brown patina, obverse a litte rough. Ex Drewry Coll.
Philomelion (AD 251-253) AE 24 - Trebonianus Gallus
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Trebonianus Gallus, 251-253 AD. AE24 (6.32g). Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right / River-god Gallos reclining left, holding cornucopiae. Choice VF.
Philomelion (BC 133) AE 19
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after 133 BC. AE19 (6.68g). Draped bust of Men right, wearing laureate Phrygian cap, crescent on shoulders / ΦΙΛΟΜΗ - ΣΚΥΘΙΝΟ, Zeus in himation sitting left; scepter in left hand, eagle in outstretched right hand. Dark green patina, gVF. Gutknecht coll.
Philomelion (BC 2nd-1st cent) AE 22
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ca 2nd-1st cent BC. AE22 (8.12g). Winged bust of Nike right, draped and with palm branch behind shoulder / Two cornucopiae crossed; between them, thunderbolt surmounted by star and crescent; ΦΙΛΟΜΗΛ[Ε] above, MEN-EMA below. gVF. Rare.
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- Afghanistan soon will elect a democratic government.
- Libya has agreed to end its nuclear weapons program.
- India and Pakistan say they are committed to a peaceful resolution of their differences. All these represent important steps toward a more secure world. And they all happened because the United States showed international leadership and projected power.
They claim we're not safer with Saddam behind bars. They accuse us of "forgetting about" Afghanistan. They would have us believe Libya is voluntarily stuffing the nuclear genie back in the bottle. They pretend that our strong actions to crack down on terrorists, wherever they are, had nothing to do with Pakistan's decision to end guerrilla warfare and open peace talks with India.
They're wrong. We're safer now because we're taking the fight to the terrorists, instead of waiting for them to attack us.
Some "view terrorism more as a crime, a problem to be solved mainly with law enforcement and indictments," President Bush said in his State of the Union address. However, "the terrorists and their supporters declared war on the United States, and war is what they got." War on their turf, not ours.
We're safer here at home, too.
The Justice Department is judiciously enforcing the Patriot Act, which took a number of laws already on the books and applied them to terrorism - without violating our civil rights. As former Attorney General Edwin Meese has observed: "There are now more protections, including the requirement of a judicial authority to get third-party records such as library records. This is not the ability to go into someone's home and take his private papers."
Federal prosecutors are using the Patriot Act to detain wrongdoers, not conduct fishing expeditions. The law is working as it was supposed to by making life more difficult for terrorists - and for terrorists alone. Even the American Civil Liberties Union has had to admit that there hasn't been a single proven abuse of the Patriot Act.
Because of the Patriot Act, the government has the same power to wiretap and track terrorists that it has long used against drug dealers and mobsters. However, as President Bush noted in the State of the Union, key sections of the Patriot Act are set to expire next year. We should continue to monitor the Patriot Act closely to ensure that it treads on no American's civil rights. But as long as it isn't, we should renew it.
There's an adage that says, "Thank God we don't get all the government we pay for." We'd certainly be better off if lawmakers slashed government spending this year.
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Law Minister Shafique Ahmed on Saturday said the outcome of the investigation report would determine the trial process of Pilkhana killing case.
The government will take decision after getting the probe reports into the Pilkhana carnage on what law- conventional law or special tribunal act- the culprits will be tried and punished.
The law minister said if the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Jawans are found involve in the Pilkhana killing, they can be tried in the court martial under the Army Act 1952.
He said if the probe found any outsiders' involvement in the carnage, the trial can be held under the International War Crime Tribunal Act 1973 or the Special Tribunal Act. He, however, said the Constitution will have to be amended to constitute the special tribunal to try the culprits of the Pilkhana killing and all things regarding the process of trial depends on completion of the investigation.
His remarks came as he emerged from a meeting on the occasion of inauguration of 86th four-week basic course for new assistant judges and judicial officials on judicial administration at Judicial Administration Training Institute (JATI) in Dhaka.
The highest punishment against the offences under these laws is death penalty, the legal experts said.
He also said the disposal of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman assassination case is at the final stage at the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court.


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Is it safe to use Naphcon-a long term to get rid of red eyes due to allergies?
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It is best not you use Naphcon A long term. It contains a decongestant which should only be used short term. Once the redness and allergy symptoms resolve ... switch to an eyedrop that only contains an antihistamine. This should control your allergic symptoms.
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ALBANY, N.Y. — A state-sponsored windfall for the city of Albany appears to come with some strings attached.
Last week, Governor Cuomo promised $12.5 million in his 30-day state budget amendments, to help Albany close a massive budget gap. In the language of the amendment, newly released, the governor ties the money to Albany's ability to build fiscally sound budgets, without special funding from the state.
Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan has requested that sort of funding several times during her first term in office, claiming her city is uniquely qualified to receive such funding due to a glut of state-owned properties that are exempt from property taxes. Former mayor Jerry Jennings often made the same plea before Sheehan's time.
This year, Sheehan had requested a five-year funding plan from the state, at roughly the same annual rate ($12.5 million), while the city works to grow its privately-owned tax base. But the governor made it clear in the language of his amendment, that the state's ability to help has its limits.
Cuomo's amendment states that while Albany enjoys the help in 2016, "the City will be required to develop a comprehensive, long-term financial plan, structurally balanced without reliance on continuing special state assistance."
The amendment does not specify whether further aid will be coming, though Sheehan plans to request it again for 2017.
"In a city where the state is the largest single property owner, it's a challenge," she said Monday. "Is this the ideal solution? Absolutely not. This is not what we asked for. But I'm appreciative of the fact that the governor is listening."
The $12.5 million is repeat of about a dozen payments made to the city during previous mayor Jerry Jennings' tenure, according to Sheehan. All of them were paid through what is known as "spin-up funding:" an accelerated payment of a long-standing Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) agreement between the state and city. The payments are meant to make up for the behemoth Empire State Plaza in the center of Albany's downtown, which razed acres of taxable residential property in the 1960s.
The PILOT is set to continue well into the 2030s. The "spin-up" payments merely take money off the back end of the debt, and pay it forward now.
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Georges St-Pierre vs Carlos Condit: What We Learned About ConditNovember 18, 2012
Georges St-Pierre vs Carlos Condit: What We Learned About Condit
Carlos Condit forced GSP into the trenches last night. He may not have exited the octagon with the belt, but he proved to the world that he's very capable of competing at the highest level of competition the sport has to offer.
Georges St. Pierre hasn't tasted defeat in well over five years. Furthermore, he hasn't even been close to losing his welterweight title since reclaiming gold in his rematch with Matt Serra at UFC 83. Josh Koscheck failed to put the man in any significant danger at UFC 124, Jake Shields didn't manage much outside of a few damaging eye pokes at UFC 129, Thiago Alves came up short at UFC 100. The list goes on folks.
No one has managed to make GSP look remotely near human recently, except Carlos Condit, who came just a few punches away from shocking the world last night at UFC 154.
"The Natural Born Killer" dropped GSP in the third frame with a well-placed high kick. A slew of punches followed from the interim champion, but St-Pierre was savvy enough to thwart Condit's offense and regain control of the fight.
The remainder of the title affair played out as most GSP collisions do: GSP, on top, mauling his foe. However, this specific title fight taught us an awful lot about Carlos Condit and the kind of fighter he truly is.
Condit's Power Cannot Be Questioned
If for some reason you're one of the many to still question the power of "The Natural Born Killer", it's time to put your theories to rest.
This man hits hard, and he can finish anyone with an exposed cranium.
Sure he failed to put GSP away last night after dropping him with a perfectly-timed high kick. But remember, we're talking about the undisputed long-time champion here, not some scrub who took the title in a questionable decision or fluke stoppage.
Condit's rattling of GSP's brain only hammers home a nice reminder: Carlos Condit possesses significant power, the kind of power that ends fights in the blink of an eye.
If you're one to call the man's one-punch (or kick for that matter) power into question, you're probably blinded was his unassuming lanky frame. This guy may be a bit on the thin side, but it hasn't hindered his ability to deliver jarring shots.
Accept it as the truth, people.
The Most Impressive Hips at Welterweight
Yes, this slide title is meant to be a little suspect. I don't actually care much about Carlos' hips one way or the other, but his work on the mat is quite imposing.
The typical man finds himself trapped beneath St. Pierre eating a wealth of shots, completely incapable of any form of defensive maneuvering. Condit, however, showed the masses that even from the bottom, he's a tricky guy who isn't easy to bully.
Time and again GSP successfully passed Condit's guard, and time and again Condit was able to shrimp with minimal effort, and trap the Canadian in the stalemate position. GSP managed to land some great shots, thanks in part to his willingness to chance the can opener repeatedly, but he was never remotely near putting Condit away. He simply could not advance his position enough to make that hypothetical a bona fide fact.
Had Condit's defensive Jiu Jitsu been any weaker than it was, we may have seen a completely different fight last night. The GSP who entered the cage less than 24 hours ago looked like a bull in search of red, and I don't pick all too many to survive that.
Condit's hips saved him from outright domination last night. Until we see what kind of work Nick Diaz can do from the bottom against GSP, Condit should be considered the man with the "Most Impressive Hips", at least at 170 pounds.
Yes, Carlos Can Take a Punch
Carlos' ability to take a punch has been called into question too many times to count. Yes, he was floored by Jake Ellenberger, and yes, Rory MacDonald made the man look very susceptible to big punishment, but keep in mind that Carlos won both of those fights.
The man has a solid chin and terrific recovery, but if you doubted that for any reason, your doubts should have been quelled last night.
GSP ripped Condit with a handful of brutal flush punches to the chin. Condit didn't buckle.
Jake Ellenberger may have made the man a permanent piece of his highlight reel, but that doesn't change the fact that Carlos Condit can take a mean, mean punch.
The proof is in the pudding and we all swallowed it last night.
Wrestling, Still a Weakness for Condit
Heading into Saturday's bout between long-time champion Georges St. Pierre and interim champ, Carlos Condit, the word floating about inner circles was that Condit had invested countless hours working to refine his defensive wrestling.
That work seems as though it was invested in vain.
GSP landed seven of eight takedown attempts and turned Condit into another hapless fish out of water. Defensively, Carlos' wrestling looked light years from the best of the division.
If Carlos hopes to successfully regain his footing and put himself back into title contention, he's got to work on the wrestling element of his game. If nothing else, some polished takedown defense will go a long way. With monster wrestlers like Josh Koscheck, Johny Hendricks and Mike Pierce in the division, the man is going to be forced to stop a whole lot of takedowns in the future.
The Big Stage is No Big Deal
Carlos Condit looked quite impressive during his run as WEC champion. But there's a notable difference between headlining a WEC card in a title fight, and headlining a UFC card in a title fight. The stage simply does not get any bigger than this.
Heading into this bout, the most important of Condit's career, many pundits raised questions about the man's ability to perform at peak level against a beast as dangerous as GSP.
Condit passed any mental test anyone could have conceived.
Pressured, cut, down on the cards, Condit fought hard until the final bell sounded. Although he came up short in his bid for welterweight supremacy, he turned in a fantastic showing, and cemented the fact that he's capable of keeping his cool and performing to the best of his abilities, even in the biggest fight imaginable.
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She relocated to Los Angeles from her native British Columbia in the 1980s when she first started modelling and now divides her time between the Californian city and Vancouver Island.
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STATESVILLE, N.C. – Fort Dobbs State Historic Site will offer a window to the past April 16-17; back to the 1750's when North Carolina found itself engaged in a global struggle for empire between England and France and neighboring native tribes such as the Cherokee.
The April "War for Empire" event will allow visitors to meet soldiers, American Indians and civilians from the 18th Century as the French and Indian War history of North Carolina is illustrated through encampments, trades demonstrations, musical performances, and battle reenactments. Vendors of reproduction period items will also be on hand.
The programs will run 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday with highlighted activities throughout each day, including a battle re-enactment at 1:30 Saturday and 1:00 Sunday. Admission is $3.00 per person, though children under 5 years old are free.
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Fort Dobbs State Historic Site's mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Fort Dobbs and North Carolina's role in the French and Indian War. It is open Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Special events and living history weekends are offered throughout the year. It is part of the Division of N.C. State Historic Sites within the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
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The N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (NCDNCR) is the state agency with a vision to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational and economic future of North Carolina. Led by Secretary Susan Kluttz, NCDNCR's mission is to improve the quality of life in our state by creating opportunities to experience excellence in the arts, history, libraries and nature in North Carolina by stimulating learning, inspiring creativity, preserving the state's history, conserving the state's natural heritage, encouraging recreation and cultural tourism, and promoting economic development.
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Manchester Motor, Thursday, Nov. 15, 1917
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Alonzo L. Vickers died in Abilene at the home of his son, Charles, last Friday evening, after an illness of two months. Mr. Vickers was one of the early settlers of the county and lived for several years in Flora Township but later moved to Abilene. He was a man of splendid character, a Civil War Veteran, and had many friends. Funeral services were held at the Ablilene M.E. Church, Sunday afternoon and interment made in the Prairiedale cemetery."
Manchester Motor, Thursday, Nov. 22, 1917
Alonzo L. Vickers was born Oct. 26, 1837, at Washington, Fayette Co., Ohio . His mother died when he was six weeks old, and he was taken to his grandmother near Rossville, Ohio., where he grew to manhood. He received a common school education, and followed farming as an occupation. He was converted at the age of 17years and became a member of the Methodist church. Later he transferred his membership to the Dunkard church. At the beginning of the Civil War he enlisted in the thirty-second regiment Ohio infantry for the term of three years. Re-enlisted at Vicksburg , Miss. , was at the review at Washington and was then taken to Louisville , Kentucky , where he was honorably discharged. On returning home from the war, he was united in marriage with Sarah M. Lewellyn in 1867. To this union were born ten children, one of them dying in infancy. In 1877 he with his family moved to Kansas where he located on a farm near Manchester . The family attended the Methodist church at Prairiedale, and later the Presbyterian church at Manchester . The mother passed to her reward Aug 28,1885. A second marriage to Annie Smart took place October 12,1887. To this union were born a son and a daughter. They moved to Abilene in 1901. Death visited the home again on Nov. 8,1913, taking his wife and mother. Mr. Vickers was a consistent Christian gentleman. He always had a church home accommodating himself to the usages of that one which was nearest his home. He held himself in readiness to serve in any capacity or place to which he was assigned. He was a workman who needed not be ashamed of what he wrought. 'His works do follow him.' During his illness he was patient and ever thoughtful of others. He was ready and waiting to go; finally death came as a release from sever illness of several weeks' duration on Nov. 9,1917, at the home of his son Charles. Funeral services were held in the M.E. church in Abilene by Rev. Hovgard. Burial was in the Prairedale cemetery near Talmage. A large concourse of friends attended the funeral services. The following children survive him;Cora Young, Hattie McVicker and Maggie Myers, of Talmage; Charles E., of Abilene; Emit O., of Charleston, Oklahoma; Harry B., of Albany, Oregon; Walter W., of Junction City; Vieva Overlin, of Kansas City, Missouri; Also James Vickers, of Oklahoma, and Hattie Hudson, of Ohio, half brother and sister; thirty-three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren."
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Alonzo L. Vickers was born October 26, 1837, and died at the home of his son Charles E., in Abilene November 28, 1917. He was left an orphan b the death of his mother when but six weeks old. From this time until he arrived at manhood was spent with his grandmother at Roseville , O. His education was achieved in the common schools prevalent in his early years. His occupation was that of a farmer. At the beginning of the Civil war he enlisted in the 32nd regiment Ohio infantry for the term of three years. Reenlisted at Vicksburg , Miss. , was at the review at Washington , then taken to Louisville , Ky. , where he was honorably discharged. He was converted and united with the M.E. church when 17 years of age. Later he transferred his church relationship to the Dunkard church and remained in its communion for many years. He came to Kansas in 1877, locating on a farm near where Manchester now stands. The church of his choice not being represented in this community, he affiliated with the Methodist and later with the Presbyterian church. He superintended a Sunday school in the Flora school house for several years. He loved the work of the master and was a consistent Christian to the close of life. His last resting place is in the Pairiedale Cemetery near Talmage. Funeral services were conducted from the ME church in Abilene by it's pastor, Rev. C.L. Hovgard. He was united in marriage to Miss Sarah M. Lewellyn in 1867, them were born ten children, one of whom died in infancy. The mother died August 28, 1885, and he later married Miss Annie Smart October 12,1887. To this union were born a son and daughter. They moved to Abilene in 1901. Death visited the home again on November 8, 1913, taking the wife and mother. Mr. Vickers was a consistent Christian gentleman. He always had a church home accomodating himself to the usage of that one which was nearest to his home. He held himself in readiness to serve in any capicity or place to which he was assigned. He was a workman who needed not be ashamed of what he wrought. " His works do follow him". During all his illness, he was patient and ever thoughtful of others. He was ready and waiting to go; finally death came, as a release from sever illness of several weeks duration on November 9, 1917, at the home of his son Charles. The following children survive: Cora Young, Hattie Coup, Rosa Broadfoot, Manchester, Kansas; Mary Reese, Ella McVicker, Maggie Myers, Talmage, Charles E., Abilene, Emmitt O., Charleston, Okla., Harry B., Albany, Ore. , Walter W., Junction City ,
Portrait and Biographical Record, Dickinson , Saline, McPherson and Marion Counties , Kansas 1893
Alonzo L. Vickers - V54
"Alonzo L. Vickers, who is engaged in general farming on section 27, Flora Township , has been a resident of Dickinson County since 1877, and as he has been one of its leading agriculturists, he well deserves representation in this volume. He was born in Fayette County , Ohio , on the 27th of October, 1837, and is a brother of James and a son of Lorenzo Vickers, both of whom are represented in this work. His mother died when he was only six weeks old and he was left to the care of his grandmother, Mrs. Mary Vickers, who was a resident of Muskingum County , Ohio . He attended the common schools of the neighborhood until seventeen years of age, and then started out to earn his own livelihood, which he did working as a farm-hand by the month. In the meantime a war cloud was gathering over this country and at last burst upon Ft. Sumter . Mr. Vickers, prompted by patriotic impulses, enlisted in 1861 as a member of Company G, Thirty-second Ohio Infantry. He participated in many important battles, including the engagements at Greenbrier River , Winchester , Harper's Ferry, Vicksburg , Resaca, Atlanta , Goldsboro and Savannah , Ga. His term of service having expired in December, 1864, he re-enlisted as a veteran and continued as one of the defenders of the Union until the South had laid down arms. At one time he had been taken prisoner at Harper's Ferry, when Gen. Miles surrendered, but was not imprisoned. However, he was on parole for three months before he was exchanged. In all his service he was never wounded and was only sick a short time. Only two of his company answered to as many roll-calls as Mr. Vickers. When the war was over and the country no longer needed his services, he was honorably discharged at Louisville , Ky. , in 1865, as a faithful and valiant soldier, who had followed the Old Flag for four years. In the year succeeding his return from the army, Mr. Vickers was married, October 7, to Sarah Llewellyn, unto them were born the following children: Cora, Twenty-five years of age, is the wife of Alex Young, Jr., a resident farmer of Flora Township; Charles, aged twenty-three is at home; Emmett is living in Missouri; Mary, a young lady of eighteen years, is in Ohio; and Hattie, aged seventeen; Ella, aged fifteen; Rosie, twelve years of age;
Harrison Blaine, a lad of eight; and Maggie, a little maiden of seven summers, are still with their parents. The mother of this family died August 28, 1884. Mr. Vickers was again married, October 3, 1887, his second union being with Miss Annie Smart, daughter of James and Anna Smart, the former a native of Scotland and the latter of England. They have one child, Vieva. Mr. Vickers continued to engage in farming in Ohio until 1877, when he came to Dickinson County , Kan. , and located in Flora Township . From a wild tract of prairie land of one hundred and sixty acres, he has developed an excellent farm, now highly improved and cultivated. In politics, he is a staunch Republican, taking an active interest in the success and upbuilding of that party, whose principles he warmly advocates. He is a well-informed man, an enterprising farmer, and a valued member of this community".


text: Everytime I walk into a LCBS I'm hit by a wave of manscent that you'd find only at a gangbang. A bunch of severely overweight/underweight dudes who haven't showered that week... and me, the underground comic book nerd. But if you go to B&N/Borders/etc the Manga section is packed by jailbait chicks. Why is there such a huge lack of chicks who are into American comics when honestly manga deals with the same things: overpowered characters, shitty storylines, etc. (I'm bored at an airport, f St Louis)