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The mathematics program at St. Olaf is nationally recognized for innovative and effective teaching, for scholarship, and for service to the profession. We see mathematics as interesting, important, useful, and appropriate for students with a wide variety of interests. Welcome to our mathematical community.
What's Happening in St. Olaf Math?
Watch this spot for news of colloquia and other weekly events.
|November 11, 2008
About the talk: The title alludes not to a once-popular move, but rather to the famous three-door puzzle on the TV show Let's Make a Deal: Players were invited to choose from among three doors, one of which hides a car and the other two goats. The host, Monty Hall, would then reveal one of the goats and invite the player to switch doors.
Should the player switch? What do you think? Why? The matter became a hot topic of popular debate in the 1990s, sometimes pitting professionals against each other. For more on the Monty Hall problem, see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monty_Hall_problem
About the presenter: Brian Hayes is an author, essayist, and columnist for American Scientist; a collection of his essays, titled Group Theory in the Bedroom, and Other Mathematical Diversions was published in April.
|November 4, 2008
About the talk: On Election Day most elections in the United States involving three or more candidates will use the plurality method to determine the winner - the person with the most votes wins, even if this is less than half of all votes cast. What other methods can be used? What are the advantages and disadvantages of these methods? Is there a best method? Come to the talk to find out how mathematics can help answer these questions. (The only mathematical prerequisite is the ability to count.)
About the presenter: Kay Smith has taught mathematics at St. Olaf since 1980. She received her B.S. in from Bucknell University and her Ph.D. from Yale University. Since her formal education in math paid little attention to applications, she has enjoyed learning about the uses of math in a wide range of fields during her thirty years of teaching. She is known around the MSCS Department for her interest in chocolate as well as mathematics.
Every Week!
1. Math Problem Solving Group Day, Time, Room still to be determined
The Math Problem Solving Group meets weekly to work on a variety of problems, often with a central theme, and to discuss problem-solving strategies. Additionally, students can use the meetings to prepare for the MAA North Central Section Team Contest, the Putnam Exam, the Konhauser Problemfest, the COMAP modeling contest, and other math competitions. This is an excellent exercise for students pursuing careers in math education and for students contemplating graduate mathematical study.
Interested students should contact Prof. Gower (email@example.com) by Friday, September 19. Please indicate which night(s) of the week are best for you and any nights that absolutely do not work for you. Please try to be as flexible as possible with scheduling.
2. Weekly MSCS Game Night, Wednesdays 6:45 P.M. Science Center 188
All game enthusiasts are welcome to come to SC 188 on Wednesday nights at 6:45 PM to play a variety of mathematical and other board games. Past games have included Hawaiian checkers, and Settlers of Catan, to name a few. Goodies will be served.
Why you should be there:
- Lots of Fun
- Meet new friends
- Improve your reasoning skills
3. GRE Review SessionsIf you are planning to take the GRE Mathematics Subject test this year, now is the time to review. This fall, Professors Gower and Ufferman will be holding evening review sessions for the GRE math subject test. If you are interested in attending the sessions, please email Eric Ufferman (firstname.lastname@example.com) by Friday, September 12th. Please indicate which night(s) of the week are best for you, any nights that absolutely do not work, and which date you are taking the test. Please try to be as flexible as possible with scheduling.
Department News
- Class of 2010: There will be 79 mathematics majors graduating in the class of 2010 -- one of the biggest classes ever, and the 2nd largest major (behind Biology) in 2010. Congratulations to the students, parents, and faculty who helped this happen!
- Goodbyes: At graduation we say goodbye not only to 79 mathematics majors, but also to Professors Delia Letang and Mike Weimerskirch. Delia will begin a tenure-track position at Century College (part of the MNSCU system) in the fall, and Mike will be working closer to home at Macalester College. Thanks to both of them for their excellent service to St. Olaf.
- See you laters: Professors Olaf Hall-Holt, Bruce Hanson, and Kay Smith will be on sabbatical next academic year. Olaf and Kay will be gone the entire year and Bruce will be gone during spring.
- Award winners: Nathan Clement '10, Mat Deram '11, and Vladimir Sotirov '12 took first place in the 18th Annual Konhauser Problemfest, held February 27th at the University of St. Thomas; they scored 85 points of 100. Better still, the trophy for the competition returns to St. Olaf for the second straight year. The Konhauser contest, named for the late Macalester mathematics professor Joe Konhauser, pits 3-person teams against challenging problems. No fewer than 18 Ole mathematics majors participated this year, including Mckenzie West, Amelia Stonesifer, Cathryn Holm, Bjorn Wastvedt, Thu Tran, Cameron Marcott, Trevor Knapp, Thomas Hegland, Benjamin Simmons, Daniel Bryant, Warren Shull, Joshua Wilson, Ling Gu, Yan Jing, and Yujie Li. Congratulations to all.
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The Unknown Known
About halfway through the new documentary, The Unknown Known, culled from 30-plus hours of interview material with Donald Rumsfeld, director Errol Morris asks the former secretary of defense about his first impression of Saddam Hussein. Rumsfeld appears to ponder the question for a moment then comments, "He was living his image of himself, which was pretend."
The camera then lingers for several long, awkward moments on Rumsfeld's face, apparently inviting the viewer to consider that the same may apply to the film's subject. Yet, with the exception of some seriously indicting film editing, nothing Rumsfeld has said invites the comparison. The irony is totally in Morris' mind, and a similar disconnect between content and intent characterizes the entirety of his film.
Morris achieved filmmaking fame (and an Academy Award) with the 2003 documentary The Fog of War, in which he managed to get Vietnam-era Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara to confess that some of his actions may have constituted war crimes. Throughout The Unknown Known, Morris seems to think he has something similar on Rumsfeld—some damning admission or unintentionally revealing comment—that he doesn't. He asks questions that, to a conservative point of view at least, seem at best naive, at worst childlike (i.e., what if Saddam Hussein had been killed in a missile strike? Could the Iraq War have been avoided?). He then seems frustrated as Rumsfeld proceeds to dismantle the premise of his questions or treats them with the lack of seriousness they deserve.
Instead, what slowly and subtly emerges of Rumsfeld is someone with honorable intentions and a greater sense of wit and self-deprecation than most younger, millennial viewers previously would have imagined of a man who's been painted as one of recent history's greatest villains. For example, Rumsfeld's staff had termed the voluminous memos for which he was notorious "snowflakes." In a sly wink to this, he titled his last "The Blizzard Is Over." Morris' documentary even had uber-leftwing TV host Bill Maher defending the man, informing a crestfallen Morris that the documentary left Maher with a sense of Rumsfeld's humility and nuance, a sense of a man who "thinks about things."
Perhaps that's why Rumsfeld made the seemingly inexplicable decision to participate in the unapologetically liberal Morris' documentary. He believed that even with a deck as outsized as 33 hours of interview material culled down to 140 minutes working against him, he'd be able to defend the rationale behind the Iraq War, even if some of that rationale eventually proved incorrect.
In this, Rumsfeld's bet largely pays off, particularly when he expresses his sincere regret and sense of failure for the abuses that took place in Abu Ghraib. If anything, Morris' lens lingering on the notorious photos of nude prisoners comes off a bit petty in light of the great questions and responsibilities Rumsfeld had to grapple with during his time in the Bush administration.
The title of the film comes from Rumsfeld's explanation of a 2004 memo where he detailed the central challenges of intelligence gathering, namely that, along with what we know and what we do not know, there are also "unknown knowns"—things that we know that we don't yet realize we know. When Morris informs him that in the actual memo he defined the term as things we think we know that later turn out to be wrong, Rumsfeld looks surprised, but not particularly flustered. "Is that what it says?" he asks. "Well, I think that memo is reversed. I think it's closer to what I've said here." Then he smiles the same relaxed, comfortable-in-his-own-skin smile he's been indulging nearly all of Morris' semantics-splitting questions with and shrugs. "I think you're probably chasing the wrong rabbit." Indeed.

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May 29, 2016
Expectations were sky-high. Republicans, after years of fighting against Democrats who controlled the state House of Representatives, took complete control of Mississippi's government in January for the first time
in 140 years.
That control helped the GOP accomplish many of its goals in the 2012 session including passing a budget that saves money for future years, cutting inventory taxes, limiting the attorney general's power and passing rules aimed at closing the state's sole abortion clinic.
But the session showed that Republican power is not unlimited, in part because not all Republicans agree on all issues.
Intra-Republican disagreement was most apparent on charter schools, where some House Republicans opposed bills backed by their leaders.
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Think it will convert any of you hardtail lovers of to FS? I use to be a die-hard hardtail rider, but then I saw the light.
The epic will have all f/s critics scrambling.
Think it will convert any of you hardtail lovers of to FS? I use to be a die-hard hardtail rider, but then I saw the light.
The epic will have all f/s critics scrambling.
i was thinking baout buying an epic, or a stump jumper the epic is 1600 with out disc and the stumpjumper is 1300 with disc.
I demo'd one a few weeks ago on familiar trails. I'm sold and now searching for a good deal on a leftover bike or frameset. I'm definately getting one!
It did get all the f/s critics going, and then 2months later came a certain Blur from Santa Cruz. The Blur took all the wind away from the epic.
I have the epic, and my beau has the Blur. He loves his, but I love mine. It was my compromise between hardtail and f/s. It was worth every penny and then some for me. I LOVE it, and it did convert me. It does everything it promises and more.
I'd be concerned about the lockout happening at wierd times. I haven't gotten the chance to ride one, and doubt I ever will unless the price comes down to something reasonable.
My money pits:
Cannondale Jekyll 500 with Avid Mechs and Sun DS2 rims with XT disc hubs.
Cannondale F900 with SRAM XO shifters/derailler, Mavic X3.1 tubeless wheels, Avid Mechs, Race Face Next LP cranks, Time ATAC pedals, SRAM levers.
I got to use the S-Works Epic this summer for about a week or two and 200+ miles. The only time it did'nt work well was at low speeds (I was teaching a group, following beginners) and somtimes it would work, and somtimes not. However, when I was riding at normal speeds it never let me down. Sprinted like a HT and decended very well. I'd buy one, but I love my old litespeed too much. And my BigHit takes care of my squishy fix.Originally Posted by Jim311
I wasn't all that impressed with ours when our shop had 'em for demo. I'll give the big S credit for innovation, but I had some issues with unpredictable/undesired lockout, weight, and cost. While the bike did respond like a hardtail, it responded like a hardtail that weight 6 pounds more than mine.
I also think some people have issues expecting it to perform like a more active FS bike when that clearly is not its intention.


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The gorgeous bouquets and floral centerpieces by Victoria Clausen Floral Events aren't the only things blossoming at this black tie affair! Romance fills the air as this beautiful couple pledge their lives to each other. We promise this post will tug at your heart strings and renew you faith in "Happily ever after."
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The waterfront setting and painted barn venue created the perfect backdrop for a whimsically romantic wedding reception. The couple wanted a colorful reception that was inspired by Tuscany.
The cocktail hour took place in the room with a stone fireplace and deer head above the mantle, so in order to draw feminine elegance, floral and event designer, Victoria Clausen included bright pops of pink and orange throughout the floral arrangements as well as the table linens. In the main room, which was used for the seated dinner and dancing area, the ceiling was adorned with hanging lanterns and floating garland, which added whimsy and interest.
Groom's Attire: Mens Wearhouse, Black By Vera Wang
Photography: Amy Free Photography
Event Designer & Flowers: Victoria Clausen Floral Events
Venue: Sherwood Forest Club House
Venue: St. Mary'S Church Annapolis
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The FBI says it has thwarted an alleged al Qaeda terror plot to blow up the New York Federal Reserve Bank three blocks from Ground Zero in lower Manhattan.
A 21-year-old Bangladeshi man living in Queens was arrested Wednesday morning after he allegedly tried to detonate what he believed was a 1,000-pound truck bomb that the suspect parked on Liberty Street in the financial district.
"We will not stop until we attain victory or martyrdom," the suspect, identified as Quazi Mohammad Rezwanul Ahsan Nafis, said in a video he recorded at a nearby hotel shortly before he tried to blow up The Fed, according to the FBI.
Authorities said Nafis came to America in January, when he began trying to recruit radicals to form a terrorist cell. He instead met an undercover FBI agent who supplied him with 20 50-pound bags of inoperable explosives.
"Attempting to destroy a landmark building and kill or maim untold numbers of innocent bystanders is about as serious as the imagination can conjure," said FBI Acting Assistant Director-in-Charge Mary Galligan, who emphasized that the public was never at risk.
NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly, whose investigators worked with the FBI on the Joint Terrorism Task Force, said this was the 15th foiled terror plot in the city since 9/11. Nafis allegedly claimed allegiance to Osama bin Laden, the mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks.
After obtaining the fake explosives, Nafis built the device inside a van in a warehouse in the outer boroughs before driving it into Manhattan while unwittingly under police surveillance, authorities said. His "plan B" was to conduct a suicide bombing if he realized the police were on to him, the FBI said.
Investigators said the goal was to "destroy America" by targeting America's economic hub, regardless of how many women or children were killed in the attack. He also considered attacking a high-ranking U.S. official and the New York Stock Exchange, authorities said.
The bank in New York, located at 33 Liberty St., is one of 12 branches around the country that, along with the Board of Governors in Washington, make up the Federal Reserve System that serves as the central bank of the United States. It sets interest rates.
"I just want something big," he told the agent this summer, according to court documents. "Something very big. Very, very, very, very big, that will shake the whole country. . . that will make us one step closer to run the whole world."
Nafis is due in Brooklyn federal court on charges of attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to provide material support to al-Qaeda. If convicted, he faces up to life in prison.
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May 29, 2016
Forest, Miss.
Authorities say a Forest man is dead and another was detained following a shooting in Scott County Saturday.
Scott County Coroner Sam Bradford says the victim is 44-year-old Anthony Moore. He says Moore was shot one time in the hip, then was taken to the hospital where he died.
Forest Police Chief Will Jones identified the suspect as 25-year-old Jazzmun Robinson. Jones says Robinson will be charged with murder.
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i tell ya, as a single guy, racing weekend in and weekend out and training every second i can, it's hard to meet women. how do you all do it? i see you there, at the races, with your ladies. just last wknd i saw a guy's wife/girlfriend actually rubbing embrocation on his legs. sheesh. so what's the trick to getting a nice laid back female to come to the races with me and walk our black lab puppy and bring my wheels to the pit for me?
drop some knowledge on me, y'all. i'm getting lonely.


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Adding water to a load of concrete may or may not be acceptable, depending on the parameters that must be met
The Oshkosh S-Series compressed natural gas front discharge concrete mixer features an 11-cu-yd drum with a 45-in. opening, and 8.9 liter, 320-hp engine.
The Oshkosh S-Series compressed natural gas front discharge concrete mixer features an 11-cu-yd drum with a 45-in. opening, and 8.9 liter, 320-hp engine.
Fleet Director GPS software solution provides more than location management. It uses tracking data to reduce company costs while promoting safety, compliance, and productivity initiatives.
The company's T800 and W900 ready-mix trucks are now available with the 2013 PACCAR MX-13 engine.
The TMT Fleet Maintenance product can provide better data management, improve productivity, and reduce operating costs.
The OMNEX TD3200 radio remote control is designed for smooth operation and precise control of concrete pump trucks, transit mixers, and other industrial machinery.
According to the 2013 Fleet Purchasing Outlook, published by the National Truck Equipment Association, fleet managers in the construction industry plan to expand their fleets more than any other sector this year. We will highlight the results and look at new truck technologies on display at World...
With an attendance of 55,000 concrete industry professionals, World of Concrete 2013 continued an upward trend that was mirrored by the optimism of attendees. We review the show and highlight producer-related events and Web-exclusive photos and videos.
The moisture condition of aggregate in concrete is very important. The absorption of the aggregate indicates the quantity of water which will be absorbed into the pore structure.
New York City-based Eastern Concrete Materials supplied 150,000 cubic yards of ready-mixed concrete for the superstructure of One World Trade Center, and pumped it 103 stories to the highest elevation ever in the Americas.
Despite heavy promotion for many years, producers and contractors are relatively unfamiliar with roller-compacted concrete. And those that have RCC construction experience have little paving history. To fill in this learning gap, The Concrete Producer and Concrete Construction magazines...
Ontario-based precaster Utility Structures Inc. started the new year in a big way, thanks to a brand new 100-cubic-foot aggregate storage bin that was custom designed by BMH Systems and installed through the plant's roof. Plant managers discuss the pros and cons of retrofitting, and what precast...
With the number of pervious concrete installations growing, owners are now calling on concrete producers and contractors to help maintain their pavements. Responding to this new demand, the organizers of Pervious Concrete Live! at World of Concrete 2013 presented two approaches contractors can use...
Unions and concrete industry employers are working to ensure the stability of multi-employer pension plans, with the financial security of more than 10 million current and retired workers at stake.
Highlighting the achievements of a ready-mix producer that had found success through hard work and determination.
Concrete Cares, a non-profit organization holds a challenge to show its support in raising awareness about breast cancer.
When it comes to sustainability, popular benefits of concrete include support of the local economy, use of easily accessible and abundant resources, and durability or resilience. But when concrete is part of the building envelope system, designers can achieve energy-efficiency more easily with the...
Establishing your own tire maintenance program is easy to do, and it will increase the use you get from your tires.
On a beautiful May afternoon in Chicago, BASF product manager Joe Daczko had the full attention of 85 concrete aficionados as he compared placing self-consolidating concrete (SCC) to serving an adult beverage. "You're not pouring a glass of beer," said Daczko, as the group watched the fluid...
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Michigan football coach Lloyd Carr will hold a news conference Monday morning amid reports he will step down after the season.
Carr usually holds news conferences on the Monday after a game. Speculation has run rampant about the 62-year-old coach's future. Carr said after Saturday's 14-3 loss to Ohio State that there would be a day to discuss his future, but "this isn't it."
Cornerback Morgan Trent said Carr did not address his future before or after the game.
Carr led the Wolverines to the national championship in 1997. But he's 1-and-6 against Buckeyes coach Jim Tressel (TRES'-ul) following Saturday's loss.
The Wolverines would have clinched a trip to the Rose Bowl by beating the Buckeyes. Instead they are 8-and-4 this season, 6-and-2 in the Big Ten.


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The Community Awareness Committee of the Greater Hazleton of Commerce is currently looking for any restaurant or catering facility to participate in the 7th Annual Tastes of Greater Hazleton. The event features a sampling of signature dishes and products from restaurants and businesses from throughout Greater Hazleton.
It is scheduled to take place Sunday, October 19th from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm at the Hazleton Health & Wellness Center located at 50 Moisey Drive in Hazleton, entrance across the street from Walmart.
The opportunity is open to any restaurant or catering facility from throughout Greater Hazleton. There is no registration fee for Chamber member businesses and a $150 fee for non Chamber member businesses, however if the business would join the Chamber by the date of the event, the cost could be credited toward Chamber membership.
Each participating business is asked to provide a tasting, approximately 350 samples, to each of the individuals who attend the event. Businesses are provided with all paper products for the event. The goal of this event is to show off your signature dish and promote and market your restaurant to a wide audience. This also gives the residents of Greater Hazleton a look at the excellent variety of restaurants that are located right in their own backyard.
Space is limited and is on a first come first serve basis. If you are interested in participating in this event, please contact Leann Fallabel at the Chamber office, at 455-1509 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
(Information from Leann Fallabel)
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Annie Leibovitz Brings Girl Power to Crissy Field With New Portrait Exhibit
The woman, the myth, the legend, Annie Leibovitz is returning to San Francisco this weekend for a powerful new photo exhibit in Crissy Field.
SF Street Style: A Fashion Shoot at Crissy Field
Last weekend, among the frenzy of tourists, athletes and fisherman, we found a fashion stylist, model and photographer at Crissy Field. Freelance photographer, Stephen Sun, was busy setting up the shoot, while ex-SF and now Sacramento-based hair and wardrobe stylist, Noelle Lynne, dressed JE Model, Keilina Jones in hot pink hot pants and a towering pair of Michael Antonio wedges.
Jonny Moseley's Favorite Hangouts
Jonny Moseley may have made his name in the steeps and deeps of Squaw Valley, but in his heart he's a city boy.
And that city is San Francisco.
Look of the Week: Picnic in the Park, SF Symphony at the 74th Annual Stern Grove Festival
There's no doubt the masses will flock to every park in the city this weekend for some get-it-while-you-can, quality sun basking. The usual suspects are, of course, the uber-hip fest at Dolores Park, BBQs at Crissy Field, or bike riding at Golden Gate. While those parks are always a-happenin', this Sunday, make the trek out to Stern Grove for the SF Symphony's free concert at the 74th Annual Stern Grove Festival.
Scenes of the City: Kiteboarding and Windsurfing
This week's Scenes of the City chronicles the Crissy Field and Ocean Beach kiteboarders and windsurfers. To get into wind sports on the Bay, check out our guide here.
A kiteboarder passes in front of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Look of the Week: Suit Up, 6 Swimsuits That Double as Bodysuits
We're big fans of functional fashion. Get some street action out of your swimwear this season with a maillot that doubles as a bodysuit. After all, you never know when a morning bike ride through Crissy Field will end with spontaneous swimming at Baker Beach, or when an epic night out will end with a late night hot-tub session.
We love these six swimsuits for their flattering, beach-flirty designs, but also for their urban wearability. Paired with high-waisted shorts or a long and lean skirt, you'll see that these suits go well beyond the beach.
Banana Republic's Jack Calhoun on Edition, SF Style, and Mission Taquerias
Since we're always on the hunt for great accessories that won't break the bank or won't break apart within a week of wear, we were ecstatic to hear that Banana Republic was opening a shop dedicated to their most covetable accessories. We were even more thrilled to see that the store is set up to encourage shoppers to touch and try on everything (no more locked glass cases!), which makes it feel like a candy store for fashionable ladies of all wallet sizes. We went to scope out the space on Thursday, and were lucky enough to catch up with Banana Republic's President (and Pac Heights resident) Jack Calhoun to inquire about why they decided to open Edition, as well as a few of his favorite things:


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I got this info from another local rider. I think this is a good way to go and it will cut way down on trial altercations (for SoCal riders especially)
"Okay, public service announcement time.
If you ride Los Pen/DMM, you know about Cobblestone and how Lower Cobbles is now not only legitimately multiuse and open to bikes, but how the lower section of it is Closed to Horses (in exchange for the parallel section, closed to bikes). The "no horses" section includes the popular Whoops and is the scence for two recent trail alterations. Since there has been some excited chatter today over them both, I made some calls and got the facts:
1. NEW FENCES/CLOSED SECTION of Lower Cobbles.
As part of the Trails Committee agreement to designate parts of Lower Cobbles as "no horses" and the parallel section "no bikes", we and the Rangers agreed that the traffic should be "split" all the way down to the funky road crossing at the base of Lower Cobbles, where one of the new kiosks is. This means that the last ramp-up onto the little triangular mesa, then the right turn back down to Lower Cobbles (before popping up the last ramp toward the waterfalls) gets fenced off.
The fencing does three things: 1) it allows the Rangers and enviros to protect that scrubby grass that lives up on the triangular mesita, which turns out to be special grass; 2) it keeps the horses and bikes apart from one another until the kiosk/crossing point (where sightlines are huge); and 3) it completes the "deal" made for the upper and lower Cobbles multiuse designation.
The fences were put up Sunday, torn down by some evil Hot Air Balloonists (I like the sound and image of that) and then replaced today. The ramps and triangular area have been scarfed up for rehabitation. PLEASE, don't mess with these fences. Please do enjoy the tunnel-like brush trimming job done on the section of Lower Cobbles we'll now all take on our bikes.
2. ALTERATION OF THE BIG WHOOPS on Lower Cobbles.
Somebody cut "lunch box sized" hunks out of the ramps/whoops on Lower Cobbles, just below the lips of each. This wasn't the Rangers, and there is No Plan or Intent to mess with these (these are Not places for fence posts to go in), according to the Rangers, our best friends with this trail. Whoever cut those in did it without approval.
I haven't ridden them yet, but the word is, the cuts make it worse for both cruising and for catching a little air. This may be something we have to go out and FIX, I dunno yet.
Regardless, notwithstanding any wild rumors or conspiracy theories that may spring to mind upon encountering the unauthorized work on the Whoops, then the new fences blocking the old ramps... everything is as good as it can be: the fences were known and planned, and the whoops are not slated for action by The Man."


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Math Practice Programs
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|Written to supplement the materials available in the author's GED classroom, these DOS and Windows/NT Math Modules for Middle School and GED Preparation Classes comprise about a hundred drill programs ranging from simple operations with whole numbers to basic algebra and geometry formulas. They are not intended as a self study program, but as a tool to offer students extra practice with material taught in the classroom.
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Luci was about 4 mos old when we adopted her. Within a week she had fire engine red gums,swollen lymph nodes and couldn't eat well. After multiple tests, antibiotics, steroids and a 2nd opinion, total of 7 vet visits in the first month, she was tested and was "very strong positive" for Bartonella bacteria which causes Cat Scratch Fever. I wouldn't change a thing in our experience. My son said as we left to go "looking" for a kitten, if we get a girl let's name her Lucy, I agreed. We found her at the last shelter, she was only one to let us hold her even and purred like crazy! We checked with agency and her name was Luci! We said she's ours! We got the kitten we needed because she's out of the box health and we never stopped until we got an answer. Bartonella is real and a danger to people whose immune system is already compromised. I'm so happy we got her and now with right medication she is growing, happy, playing and eating like an 8wk old kitten. Never be afraid to get a second opinion. We wouldn't trade her for anything! Our story has a happy ending and we wanted to share about this disease so others are aware. It's uncommon for kittens this young to show symptoms although they carry the bacteria. It's spread by inflicted fleas and sometimes ticks. Thanks for reading our story and even with our experience, I wouldn't hesitate to adopt again.
Luci Gucci - A Petfinder Happy Tail
Adopted from Humane Society of Greater Dayton, Dayton, OH.
Luci Gucci
- posted 10/13/2012
from Debbie of Centerville, OH
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KOLKATA: This is not about a particular company or a specific Kolkata puja. This is about a new concept in consumerism, concerning a very precious commodity, which is at the root of the country's enormous current account deficit problem.
This Durga Puja, Tanishq is going to deck up the Goddess and her children at Sreebhumi Sporting Club with real gold jewellery that may require the use of 10 kg or more of 22-carat gold. Work on the project has begun and the First Family could therefore be wearing jewellery upwards of Rs 5 crore.


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Browse Game Archive
Archive List of Strategy Games
Viewing 26 - 50 of 278 Games.
Cradle of Persia
Build up the glorious heart of Ancient Persia in this engaging puzzle game! This land was adored with luxurious metals and gems that were set to impress peasants and visiting nobles alike. But its exotic gardens and impressive architecture have long since vanished in the passing sands. Now you have the chance to seek out the riddles of these ruins. To do this you will need skill and a keen wit, but the result will unlock a mystery never before seen by man, here in the Cradle of Persia.
3 Stars of Destiny
The evil orc Ozur has discovered some powerful energy that will make him completely and totally unstoppable! It's up to you to prevent Ozur from gathering this energy as you quest to the 3 Stars of Destiny! Customize your character's abilities and skills in this exciting role-playing game. Explore mysterious lands as you travel far away from your home and finally confront Ozur. Can you stop his evil plan?
Chocolatier 2: Secret Ingredients
The delicious world of chocolate is once again turned on its side, this time by deceit and deception in the new chapter of the Chocolatier saga. There is a mole controlling Baumeister Confections, and it is up to you to build a new empire from the ground up and take over Baumeister Confections. On this journey you will need to rise up in this industrial age of innovation and seek out secret ingredients to create rich new recipes.
Tradewinds Classic
Tradewinds Classic, set in the 19th century Far East, takes you back to the very beginning where buying and selling exotic goods, or collecting bounties on previously thought-to-be-dead pirates, can lead to untold wealth...or ultimate doom. With enough wisdom, courage and luck you too can become a Tai-Pan!
Sheep's Quest
You`ll love this stimulating Brain Teaser in which you guide a herd of sheep through seven game worlds in an effort to collect enough coins to rebuild their once magnificent farm. Steering the adorable animals around enemies and obstacles to the riches they need is as simple as placing arrows on the ground pointing the way. Featuring colorful graphics and delightful audio, Sheep`s Quest is sure to become one of your favorites!
Build-a-lot 2: Town of the Year
Study the blueprints, it`s time to design a new town in Build-a-lot 2. Use your entrepreneurial eye to spot the right locations for parks and shops. Pick your paint colors, upgrades, and landscaping to create the ultimate curb appeal for outstanding profits. How about a latte from the new coffee shop? Maybe new flower boxes for the garden center? Flip houses in this fancy resource management sequel. Welcome to the neighborhood in Build-a-lot 2!
Westward II: Heroes of the Frontier
After the settlement of Hope River is destroyed, fleeing residents deliver news of a devastating attack by the Mad Russian. Guide three pioneers as they gather resources, overcome natural disasters and plot a course to uncover the location of the elusive Copperhead Gang. Customize your towns with more than 30 luxury items and upgrades while staking your claim in Westward II: Heroes of the Frontier!
Flower Stand Tycoon
Your Uncle Potts has fallen on hard times. His flower business is about to go under and he needs your savvy business sense to save the bulbs. Help your uncle by selling his flowers throughout the city in your flower stands. Advertise and upgrade your business to compete with other flower vendors. Grab their customers and their market share to become a flourishing Flower Stand Tycoon.
Ever wanted to rebuild an entire town? Here`s your chance. Things aren`t exactly working out for the humble town of Profitville. SuperHugeMegaMarts are moving in and threatening this quaint little place. Help smaller shops make more profit and take a stand against the nasty mega-mart monarchy. Use tools like the Fixer and the Deluxer, and gain an upper hand by using helpers. See the town improve with your own eyes and return Profitville to its glory days.
Virtual Villagers: The Secret City
On the heels of Virtual Villagers 2, comes the sequel. Grow your little people in real-time as you embark on a journey to re-populate the city ruins of Isola. Along the northern island shores, find new sources of food to nourish your villagers and make a variety of unique potions from hidden herbs. Discover real-time weather with clouds, fog, and sudden rain storms in Virtual Villagers 3, The Secret City.
Virtual Farm
Yee-haw. Slip into the tractor seat and turn a small farm into a booming business. Choose your Virtual Farm crops, then till your ground and water your fields. Harvest your produce and take your goods to market. Once there, set the prices and keep a close eye on demand. With tons of upgrades to earn, you`ve got plenty of customers to satisfy in this hillbilly Time Management game. Virtual Farm will have your entire family squealing like, well, pigs.
Rock Tour
What does it really take to become a player in the industry? Step into Rock Tour and learn the cut-throat business of the music business. Work with a local band that has major potential to top the charts. Promote them and outfit them in the latest gear. Along the way you`ll run into greedy club owners, moody band members, random injuries, and falling record sales. Have you got the stamina to become a Rock Tour tycoon? Find out in this jammin` Time Management game.
Tradewinds Caravans
Guide six brave heroes on their adventure as they navigate treacherous terrain swarming with bandits. Travel along the bustling and dangerous Silk Road - an ancient trade route stretching from China to the Mediterranean Sea, trading exotic goods and engaging in real-time battles. Hire fiercely loyal warriors for protection and explore a long-lost world in this Adventure game teeming with tantalizing secrets, hidden cities, and legends of mythical creatures in Tradewinds Caravans.
Rooms: The Main Building
Discover a 1930s throwback upon your arrival to Rooms, complete with city streets and a surreal Mansion. Bored with old puzzles, you`re given a new type of sliding puzzle as a birthday gift. Your goal is to reach the exit before it closes on each level and retrieve the four puzzle pieces. Are you wise enough to use the right object at exactly the right time? Mr. Book is the Rooms steward and your personal guide to escape the maze in Rooms: The Main Building.
Road to Riches
John, a hardworking manager, has been fired from his job at Herfty`s Trucking. Anxious to put his boss out of business, John decides to open his own trucking enterprise. An initial investment puts him on the move for On-The-Road orders. Steer your truck at breakneck speed on the Road to Riches in this entrepreneurial Time Management pursuit. Choose your own orders and show "The Man" who`s really in charge!
Fashionista is a fun, fast paced fashion oriented simulation game where you decide what`s IN or OUT. Take charge of a fashion magazine and make all the cool decisions. Hire your own staff – from photographers to models. Design the cover of your fashion magazine. You can pick and choose between over 240 pieces of clothes and accessories. You can fully customize every clothing item to perfectly match your own unique style. Customize your avatar as you embark on the greatest fashion adventure.
Forgotten Lands: First Colony
1st Runner-Up Best Time Management Game of 2008! The good people of Greensville have chosen you as their leader in the fun new game Forgotten Lands: First Colony . For nearly a century, the place you have called home has provided for all of your civilization`s needs. As all of your resources are nearing depletion, it`s time for you to step forward and lead the people to a new home. Establish buildings, train workers and grow your new home to a prosperous place where your civilization can flourish.
Build-a-lot 3: Passport to Europe
WINNER! Best Time Management Game of 2008! Travel all over Europe restoring rundown homes to their former grandeur in this expansive Time Management game! Build your curb appeal with fresh coats of paint and enticing landscaping. Stay on top of the needs of the neighborhood, averting crises and calming noisy neighbors. With tons of developmental decisions and eye-catching upgrades, today`s market is ripe for Build-a-lot 3: Passport to Europe!
My Tribe
Create a prosperous island paradise for your industrious, intelligent tribe with this real-time Brain Teaser! Your tribe will have a mind of its own, learning skills and starting families even when you`re not around, but check back often to keep your island idyllic. Uncover mysterious secrets; unlock exciting new technology; build wondrous structures, and even explore other exciting islands in My Tribe!
Fix-it-up: Kate's Adventure
2nd Runner-Up Best Time Management Game of 2008 Kate comes home from college to find her dad's auto repair shop in financial trouble. But she's not going to let the family business go down without a fight! Prepare for a variety of challenges in six exciting locations; over 10 kinds of cars, several different workshops, and many hidden surprises! Can you rebuild the family's auto repair business? Expand the franchise from arid Nevada to glamorous Hollywood. Surf the Pacific Ocean and watch Kate's unexpected love story unfold.
Westward III: Gold Rush
When gold is discovered in the Northern California wilderness, speculators flock west in hopes of striking it rich. Along the way the kind-hearted, but financially struggling, Baron family welcomes three weary travelers into their home and offers them a place to rest. Grateful for their hospitality, the pioneers make a promise to repay the family for their kindness and generosity when they are settled.
Be Rich
Take charge of Be Rich Inc. where you are CEO to the hottest new real estate firm in the country. Build housing for undeveloped zones, provide your tenants with shopping and maintenance services, decorate greenways, builds stadiums, it`s all at your fingertips. If you can raise capital, you can turn the neighborhood of your dreams into a reality. Act now before your profit margin slips away!
Ivy was just about fed up with the daily grind when she got a curious letter from her great uncle. He was retiring and wanted to leave her his orchard. Even though Ivy had never worked the fields, she loved that Orchard, and jumped on the opportunity. It`s time to head out to the country and get your hands dirty, making juices, pies, jellies, and more! Plant and harvest crops, construct special buildings to expand your abilities, create recipes, advertise and sell products at the Orchard!
Totem Tribe
After a meteoric crash destroys their land, the Hawk Tribe seeks refuge on a distant island called Tetala. Now the tribe`s new leader, young Aruku, needs your help in leading her people to glory and prosperity. Amass workers, scouts, warriors, and various indispensable dinosaur troops, then stake your claim on the land. Govern, command, and fight to expand your empire, even as rival tribes threaten to destroy everything you`ve worked so hard to build. Reforge your future!
Dreamsdwell Stories
Build a colourful fantasy world by gathering magic orbs and collecting gold and gems in Dreamsdwell. Invite new people to populate your growing village and they'll unlock new and exciting bonuses that will help you achieve ultimate victory. According to legend, once the magical land of Dreamsdwell is complete, a Dragon will come and fulfil the dreams of all who inhabit your land. This legend may only come true with your help!


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As the title has said the topic, who would it be?
Imo, I think it'd be Silver. -Shot by chosenshipping fans-
Or if Blue chose Silver, then Green? -Shot by oldrivalshipping fans-
: O What do you guys think?
other(or none)
As the title has said the topic, who would it be?
Imo, I think it'd be Silver. -Shot by chosenshipping fans-
Or if Blue chose Silver, then Green? -Shot by oldrivalshipping fans-
: O What do you guys think?
Yeah, I'm thinking Silver, too ^^; I mean, Game!Silver. Special!Silver belongs to Gold, yes. -shot-
well to be honest i see 3 possible way
the pwrsons who are left are
now to start with i think emerald wont get best chance :P leaving for Green and Silver. And nope Green wont get the interest in a 13 year old girl so he got the chance for blue.
so Silver is left since i bet gold got something with crystal later on.
*chosenshippers are on the way with there guns* (but forget it i dont care guys bluexsilver is not gonna happen)
Also i like the idea of the game Soulsilver
there we go. i can for sure imagine Silver blushing over how cute Souls personally would be.
yea and too be honest i think Soul/Kotone will be the yin to Silver's yang.. just think Silver.. antisocial, brooding, 30% friendly. Where as just looking at Soul/Kotone kinda give yous the feeling of a just as happy but a a lot less bossy Crystal. so im thinking when it comes to Soul/Kotone she'll kinda like be one to talk to Silver a lot and Silver will be like" Will you just leave me alone!!" before finally giving in and showing his true colors only to her
(You just has to make this thread, I have a feeling that a war is going to start)
Well in-game I like SoulSilverShipping~
But in the manga~ I don't like it~ <Die-hard ChoosenShipper
Personally I think Crys or Gold *Shot by MangaQuestShipper*
Gold because I....... don't know~ I just like them together~ XD;
Crys because I see them in a love/hate relationship~
@ Edowaado
Who are you to say that ChoosenShipping isn't going to happen~?
Honestly in the whole series has you seen Silver take any interest in any girls~?
I don't count Jasmine or Crys because in both incidents Silver (and Gold) were trying to save them~
The only interest there was saving them~ The only girl Silver ever took interest in was Blue~
And her name isn't Soul~ It's Kotone~
Soul is just her fan-name~
(I need to calm down)
Last edited by Koko Atarashi♥; 05-21-2010 at 10:43 PM.
But yes he hasn´t showed interrest in any other girls, but most likely he will do it to Kotone after what we can expect.
OH NO NOT AN ARGUMENT. -fetal position- My first real fandom was Avatar... Their shipping wars were... highly inflammable... We're not going to have a shipping war here, are we? Okay, saying this ahead of time: I am completely neutral, it is unlikely that any shipping will be made canon, ChoosenShipping has just as much of a chance as OldRivalShipping or LuckyShipping, one man's crack is another man's canon, and I am completely neutral.
Maybe she'll ship with emerald >.>
who knows.


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Kent Williams III - Modern "All-Star" Manager
Is an AIM modern-style micromanager designed
to handle Original Franchise All-Star (OFAS) or all-star type teams. Broadly speaking, the
Williams managerial style emulates the late 20th century Baltimore 3 run homer style. To
wit, he tends to play for big innings, dislikes the bunt, takes advantage - both
defensively and offensively - of platoon advantages, and usually tries to stay with
starting pitchers, at least the quality ones, quite long. However, many of these
strategies "adjust" based on the specific ratings and statistics for the team
being managing. For example, a team with early century all-stars - those with high SH
totals and excellent hit and run ratings - WILL be used for what they are best at doing -
"small ball" tactic. So, the characterization of Williams III as a "big
inning" advocate does NOT mean he will eschew sacrifices and the hit and run. In
other words, he can and will adjust his strategies based on the quality and type of team
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No quorum in Susquehanna boro
Susquehanna Borough Council failed to achieve a quorum for its July 17 meeting.
"Tonight's meeting was important," Council President Roberta Reddon said.
Bids for the Broad Ave. paving project had been received and were on the agenda to be opened at the meeting.
Reddon said a special borough council meeting would be scheduled but no date or time was set.
In addition to Reddon, council members Joe Varsik and Debbie Zayas were also present.
Also on the agenda was a motion to advertise the annual fuel bid; and a resolution to transfer accounts from PennStar to People's Neighborhood Bank due to closure.


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November 14th, 2012Mayor, Merchants Promote Shop the Blocks and Small Business Saturday
by JournalStar.com
Lincoln, NE – Mayor Chris Beutler, retailers and advocates encouraged shoppers to support locally owned businesses over the holidays, especially at two coming promotions:
• The Shop the Blocks Holiday Celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, produced by the Downtown Lincoln Association.
• The third annual "Small Business Saturday" on Nov. 24, a national promotion by American Express.
The mayor was joined by representatives of the DLA, the Nebraska Retail Federation, the Chamber of Commerce, the Lincoln Independent Business Association and local retailers at a news conference at Dietze Music, which opened its downtown store in 1927.
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American Idol
Jordin Sparks and Boyfriend Jason Derulo Get Steamy on New Album (VIDEO)
Sparks fly on Jason Derulo's new album and we have an American Idol winner to thank! Jordin Sparks joins her handsome boyfriend on his latest project and the results are almost too hot to handle.
The "Talk Dirty" singer chatted about his new album, also called Talk Dirty and out this week. "This time around it was just carefree," he says of his latest batch of music. "It wasn't about anything but about having fun … I invited some pretty awesome people to be on the album."
Guest stars include Snoop Dogg, 2 Chainz, Tyga, and, last but not least, his gal pal Jordin. "There's quite a bit of Jordin that's on there," Jason says, adding that despite being together for nearly two years, things weren't exactly smooth sailing working together.
"Working with Jordin, my girl, it was a little sticky at first," he says. "Just trying to figure out each other's space in the studio, but I think that was natural. And I definitely wanted her to be on the album."
All told, there were six or seven Jordin-Jason duets, each steamier than the last with Jason ultimately deciding on one, "Vertigo," to feature on Talk Dirty. Get a sneak peek of the singing lovebirds' number in the video above!


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Family Reading Festival draws children, characters to Fairlane Village mall in Pottsville
Children attending the 25th annual Family Reading Festival at Fairlane Village mall didn't need to be sold on the importance of reading.
Erica Miller, 1, sat in a stroller next to her mother, Stephany Miller, 31, of Pottsville, as she turned the pages of a brochure with words and pictures.
"She loves to 'read.' We go to the library every week for story time," Miller said.
She admits her daughter is young, but Miller knows starting early is important.
The event was sponsored by The Republican-Herald, Child Development Inc. and the Schuylkill County Reading Council and is meant to bring the importance of reading to the forefront.
Free books were available at a table, courtesy of Child Development Inc. Children could also do other activities, including color caterpillars and pictures of Clifford the Big Red Dog, make paper dog ears and get their picture taken inside a dog house with the words with "Doggone reading fun" across the top.
Dozens of authors and illustrators and 26 different school districts in all took part in the event.
Momma and Papa Berenstain Bear made an appearance at 10:40 a.m., and Chippy Chipmunk, mascot of local author Kathy M. Miller, New Ringgold, and her books "Chippy Chipmunk: Parties in the Garden" and "Chippy Chipmunk: Babies in the Garden," entertained children as well.
Freelance writer, children's author and illustrator Dana Smith-Mansell brought her four dogs in costume. At least one of them was featured in a children's book.
Janet Joyce, director of marketing and community service for The Republican-Herald, said about 350 to 450 people were expected. About 430 attended last year, she said.
Wearing a purple jacket and standing in front of Papa Berenstain, Emma Dries, 2, of Pottsville, gave Papa Bear a high-five upon seeing him. Emma said she liked meeting the bears and was "having a good time."
Nearby, Abigale Williams, 10, of Pottsville, watched while Joe Kulka, a children's book author and illustrator, drew a dinosaur on a bookmark.
At the Assumption BVM School table, children could get a bear bookmark.
Principal Kimberly Fetter said the event showed how reading is instrumental in the lives of children.
"Reading is the key to success in whatever you choose to do and brings personal enjoyment. There are very few skills that are that fulfilling," she said while standing next to the table.
Amy Everett, 40, of Frackville, brought her son, Caleb, 4. He was wearing paper Clifford dog ears he made at the event.
"We come every year. He absolutely loves reading," Everett said.
The event is good for the public, she said.
"I love it. I think it's fantastic."
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Approximately 201 million years ago, the Triassic-Jurassic mass extinction killed off a slew of huge predators, including hefty beasts that looked like crocodiles and enormous armadillos, according to new research that also suggests dinosaurs benefitted from the losses.
Some of the prehistoric predators -- animals known collectively as the early pseudosuchians -- likely preyed on certain dinosaurs, which later evolved some of impressive characteristics of the ancient pseudosuchians. Those included features like sturdy body armor and strong tails for whacking enemies.
"It is likely, therefore, that dinosaurs prospered to some extent as a result of the extinction of most pseudosuchians and many other groups at the end of the Triassic," co-author Richard Butler, a paleontologist at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität, told Discovery News.
He added that some evidence suggests dinosaurs "had better locomotor and breathing systems than pseudosuchians," so they thrived in the Jurassic after the mass extinction. As for what caused that die-off, researchers suspect an enormous burst of volcanic activity, as part of the Atlantic Ocean's formation, led to dramatic increases in atmospheric carbon dioxide and rapid global warming.
For the latest study, published in Biology Letters, Butler and colleague Olja Toljagić assessed changes in pseudosuchians that occurred during the critical Late Triassic and Early Jurassic periods.
The study shows that during the extinction event 201 million years ago, these animals declined rapidly, with only one lineage surviving into the Jurassic. Some of the animals evolved into ancestors of today's alligators and crocodiles. Another lineage, referred to as the "bird-line archosaurs," consisted of the non-avian dinosaurs and their species that later evolved into modern birds.
Luck, in part, helps to explain why some animals died, while others survived.
"Selectivity of mass extinction events is sometimes linked with body size, ecological constraints and competition, while other times it could be related to just pure luck of the survivors," Toljagić explained.
Stephen Brusatte, a paleontologist at the University of Edinburgh, previously studied how crocodile-line archosaurs changed during the Triassic and across the Triassic-Jurassic boundary.
Brusatte told Discovery News that the recent study by Butler and Toljagić is important "because we really need to understand what happens at mass extinction events in order to better understand how our own world may change in the face of warming temperatures."
"Many early relatives of crocodiles flourished during the Triassic, but many of them were killed off at or near the Triassic," he said. "After they were killed, whole different groups of crocodile-line archosaurs had a chance to rise in their place, and it was this dramatic moment that was the root of the diversification of the lineages leading to living crocodiles."
More than anything, he said, this study shows what can happen during and after mass extinction events.
NEWS: Will De-Extinction Become Reality?
He concluded, "Extinctions often reset the evolutionary clock."
Non-avian dinosaurs appear to have benefited, at least in part, from one extinction event, but they bit the dust during another. Mammals then seem to have benefited when the dinosaurs died out.
It remains to be seen which mammals -- including humans -- will survive the next big extinction event. The current biodiversity crisis has already resulted in drastic population drops for some species and the extinction of others.


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Re-including link to using Zimbra Desktop 2.0 Beta 2 for Zimlet developing:
ZCS 6.0:Zimlet Developers Guide:Dev Environment Setup - Zimbra :: Wiki
As for the cache, ZD does cache Zimlet JS code, i18n properties and CSS content. When running in Development Mode (?dev=1), you can bypass the cache. But to clear the cache, you can delete the files in the following directory:
c:\Documents and Settings\{user}\Local Settings\Application Data\Zimbra\Zimbra Desktop\data\tmp\diskcache\zimletres\latest
In that directory, you'll find files with unique names (ending in .javascript and .css extensions). Delete all the files.
Reload ZD and those files get rebuilt and the old zimlet code that is hanging around in the cache should be gone.
After reloading desktop and the files are recreated, you can browse to the newly recreated cache files like this:


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JABALPUR: BJP national vice-president PrabhatJha has said that his party lost the Karnataka assembly elections due to its own mistakes.
"I feel that BJP lost the Karnataka elections because tickets were given to some candidates, who did not have a clean image," Prabhat told reporters here last evening.
The mistakes made by the party would not be repeated during this year's assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, he said.


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The Story Behind the Bouquet
This Valentine's Day, 110 million roses will be bought in the US and 21 million in the UK. The majority of these will be air freighted in from abroad, from South America for the North American market, and sub-Saharan Africa for the European market. With the myriad of climate change and development do's and don'ts, is buying roses from developing countries ethically sound?
Ten thousand tonnes of roses sold in Britain tomorrow will have been imported from Kenya. According to the UK Flowers & Plants Association, besides Kenya, other countries that the UK imports roses from are Canary Islands, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Israel, South Africa and Venezuela. In the US, Colombia and Ecuador account for roughly 90% of roses sold, while Mexico, Costa Rica and Chile are other budding flower producing nations. Of these, the majority are developing countries, which may depend on exports for income but also have their own country demands and issues to deal with.
There is evident concern over the carbon emitted by aircraft carrying flowers to the US and UK everyday, and the issue of diverting land use away from growing much needed food. The Guardian reports today that consumer appetite for cut-price Kenyan roses is "bleeding the country dry" by draining the valuable water supply.
However, while a possible solution could be to only buy flowers from local suppliers, this doesn't take into account the importance of the flower industry for the producers themselves.
Kenya's flower industry accounts for almost 10% of export earnings and is an important economic industry for the country's development. Roses alone make up 74% of Kenya's flower exports and over 50,000 people are employed in growing flowers and another million through production services. With more than half of Kenya's population of 37 million living in poverty, the flower industry plays an important role in providing employment and alleviating poverty. Boycotting this service would be a massive blow for Kenyan farmers, and to their families and communities. In 2008, after the post-election violence in Kenya, the UK Department for International Development stated "it is more important than ever to buy flowers from Kenya, with jobs and livelihoods threatened by the current crisis." Purchasing flowers from developing countries can help contribute to poverty reduction and improve people's livelihoods.
However, the industry has further complexities. War on Want report that the flower industry and large supermarkets exploit overseas workers and job security is extremely poor. In their report "The cost of cut flowers to British supermarkets" they cite the example of Kenya where workers at a smallholding that exports their flowers through larger farms receive as little as £23 a month or less than 10p an hour.
Helping to incorporate ethical trading that is fair for producers, several UK supermarkets are now offering Fairtrade roses. Fairtrade certification allows workers to earn decent wages in good standard working conditions, addressing the management issues while helping to boost the flower industry in Kenya and improve community livelihoods.


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If you don't have time to watch the news or read the paper every day, don't worry, we are keeping up with current events for you. Our Newsdesk editor, longtime journalist and mother of three, Meredith O'Brien, is the author of A Suburban Mom: Notes from the Asylum, writes the parenting/lifestyle blog Picket Fence Post and pens our popular Moms in Pop Culture & Politics column. Follow Meredith on Twitter: @MeredithOBrien
Boomerang Kids: Study Says Half of Adult Children Supported By Mom & Dad
A national online survey found that many parents are providing support – everything from housing and transportation to cash for living expenses and spending money – to their adult children. more
First Comes Love, Then Comes Marriage, Then Comes the Romance Killers in a Baby Carriage?
A new book examining contemporary marriages puts some of the blame for the decline of marital romance on how adults are choosing to parent their offspring, according to a Washington Post parenting blog. more
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Two companies which offer parents the opportunity to test their children's DNA for indications that their offspring may possess natural, physical athletic traits are causing pediatricians and ethicists to call a foul, the Washington Post said. more
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'Hey Mom! My Teacher Gave You an F for Parenting!'
Among the new policies that school districts and state legislatures are attempting to implement in order to bolster parental involvement in their children's education, a Florida state representative wants to have teachers grade parents on things such as whether they communicate with teachers and if their child shows up to school dressed correctly... more
Treating Depressed Moms = Good for Kids.
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Some Florida Ob/Gyns Refusing Obese Patients
Some Florida Ob/Gyns Refusing Obese Patients. Saying that obese patients have a higher risk of medical complications, more than a dozen Sunshine State ob/gyn practices are now refusing to treat new patients who are obese, The Sun Sentinel reported. more
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State Senator to Parents: If Your Kids Are Obese, You Should Pay
An Illinois state senator has floated the idea that if parents have a child who is obese, those parents should lose their $2,000 per child state income tax deduction. more
Study: Number of Autistic Children Higher Than Previously Thought
A study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry examined 55,000 South Korean children and found that one of every 38 children had what researchers called "an autism spectrum disorder," NPR reported. more


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The idea to develop a Scholarship Foundation for Nebraska students studying veterinary medicine was conceived in 1994. The historical committee of the Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association was making plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of its origin. In addition to the celebration, the committee wanted to develop something that would be endearing, enduring, and encourage future generations of veterinarians.
The committee commissioned Ted Long of North Platte, Nebraska to create a sculpture depicting 100 years of veterinary medicine in Nebraska. One hundred fifty of the limited edition bronze, "the Centennial Doctor," were sold and the proceeds used to establish the NVMA Centennial Scholarship Foundation. The Foundation received its 501 c(3) status from the internal revenue service in 1995.
The first scholarship was awarded in 1996, the NVMA's centennial year. Scholarships have been awarded annually since that time, and the number and size of the awards has increased each year.
The Foundation has seen remarkable growth since its origination. These contributions have been made by the NVMA Auxiliary as a part of their mission to aid and enhance the profession, by donations from loyal supporters, and as memorials to deceased members and friends of the profession. Contributors who wish to have a scholarship named in their honor can do so by Endowing the Scholarship with a donation of $ 10,000 or more.
The Foundation currently has several Endowed Scholarship Funds that provide for annual scholarships.
The Bronze Scholarship endowed by the original purchasers of "Centennial Doctors"
The Dr. Joe and Sonja Landholm Scholarship for the advancement of veterinary acupuncture
The Dr. Rex Emery Scholarship in memory of the former NVMA President
The Dr. John and Donna Cerny Scholarship in memory of the couple who served the NVMA and the NVMA Auxiliary as presidents.
The Jan Weiler Memorial Scholarship established in honor of the Honorary Member of the NVMA and long time Administrative Assistant to the NVMA's executive director.
The Francis L. and Rosemary (Kramer) Neumann Scholarship established by Dr. Charles and Mary Lou Neumann in honor of his parents.
The Raymond and Dr. Steve Wright Memorial Scholarship this scholarship, named for the former NVMA President Dr. Steve Wright and his father, was fully endowed in 2007 by the many donations from the friends and family of Steve. The scholarship had been initiated years earlier upon the death of Raymond. A bequest from the estate of Steve's mother Virginia, further enhanced the fund in 2012.
The Dr. C. Richard and Nancy B. Johnson Endowed Scholarship
The Dr. Oliver and Vera Grace Memorial Scholarship establishe3d by their son and daughter in 2012.
The Dr. Jack Anderson Memorial Scholarship established by family and friends in 2012.
The Dr. Al Doster Scholarship established in 2012
The Pet Memorial Scholarships: the funds are provided by the generous donations of veterinarians to honor the memory of the beloved pets of their clients. Pet Memorial Scholarships are given to both veterinary students and to pre-veterinary students who are graduates of a Nebraska High school with a career goal of becoming veterinarians.
The foundation welcomes contributions from anyone interested in their mission: "to solicit, invest, and administer a perpetual endowment and to distribute the earnings to deserving students to support the growth of veterinary medical education for the benefit of future generation."
For information about the scholarships or for anyone interested in contributing to the Fund, they may contact the NVMA office.
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Issue 84
September/October 2005
We found new megalith, say dowsers
Good news for Silbury Hill - if money is found
Orkney dig first to date gold and amber jewellery
Objectors scent victory at Stonehenge
Stone plaque is first neolithic face in over a century
Saving the H Blocks - Long Kesh/Maze: An archaeological opportunity
Cemetery requiem for a lost age
Lake rescue
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Headlines from the CBA office.
Editor Mike Pitts
Academic decline
by David Bird
While reading a recently published book, I wanted to check a reference quoted in support of a particular statement. But the reference was inadequate: it gave only the author and date of publication, without a page reference. A quick check established that this was the case with all of the references given in the book, even for direct quotations. I have come across this problem before both in published works and in university theses. Presumably the latter indicates that inadequate university teaching is at the root of the problem.
David Bird, Head of Heritage Conservation, Surrey county council
by John Malam
The Carrow Road item made me smile (News, July/Aug). Must show it to my trendy soccer-mad Norwich supporting vicar, who does his best to mention the Canaries each week in his sermon: a voice in the wilderness amid a congregation of Man U, Man City, Liverpool and Everton supporters. Other soccer grounds allegedly have stuff under their turf, from their previous uses, as reported in Ian St John's Book of Soccer Lists (Collins Willow, 1992):
Aberdeen, Pittodrie – Dung heap
John Malam, Winsford
Mortgaged peasants
by Andy Worthington
Thanks very much for the latest issue and offprints (A black day for British justice, Jul/Aug). What a fine-looking issue. It's certainly worked for me already, with The Observer breaking through the mainstream media's lack of interest in the story [of the Battle of the Beanfield] (which is apt really, as it was the only paper paying attention 20 years ago) and running a piece in today's edition.
Andy Worthington, Brockley
by V Sweet
The land, sea and air belongs to everyone. God/mother earth given. The majority of us in this country are landless peasants and ought to stick up for these brave travellers who are confronting reality whilst the rest of us have caved in and resigned ourselves to an expensive long mortgage for a "postage stamp" of land.
V Sweet, Somerset
Road concerns
by Kate Fielden
It should be said, concerning English Heritage's proposals for the future of Stonehenge (Being bold at the stones,
Jul/Aug), that not everyone is confident that the right way forward has been identified.
Kate Fielden, Devizes
Fringe politics
by Chris Preece
Congratulations on another excellent issue. Nice to see a readiness to tackle quasi-controversial topics (eg A black
day for British justice).
Chris Preece, Westward Ho!
Digging for art
by Rosemary S Hall
I would like to say how enjoyable I find the magazine. I have only recently (in about the last 18 months) been reading it. I especially like the way that it is open to the way archaeology inspires (or is reflected in) the visual arts. The article on Alan Sorrell (Jul/Aug) was fascinating; I had no idea he had worked on paintings or drawings of Stonehenge, but I remember as a teenager being fascinated by his postcards of North Wales castles and the article on Jacquetta Hawkes and her art collecting (Jan/Feb) was interesting (especially as I used to collect Britain in Pictures books). I do enjoy the tv reviews too – though I accept that not everyone does!
Rosemary S Hall, Coventry
Walking the wall
by BE Baldwin
I read with interest Finding the way (Jul/Aug) and write both as a walker, and having an interest in archaeology. In June 2004 I walked along sections of Hadrian's Wall after a gap of 13 years.
BE Baldwin, Newport Pagnell
by Peter Fowler
In July I examined the wall and its trail between Appletree c2km west of Birdoswald and Turret 13a east of Rudchester, in all c50kms. I saw "significant deterioration in the grass sward". English Heritage's statement that "nearly 80% of the trail needs
treatment" is background to my own observation that c40% of the length I looked at is in urgent need of management action now. I saw no work in progress.
Peter Fowler, London
Millstone graffiti
by Richard Turner
Nigel MacBeth is puzzled by marks on the Cloud (Letters, May/Jun). Over 20 years ago, when Cheshire county archaeologist, I was shown these by the editor of the Congleton Chronicle, a keen local historian.
Richard Turner, inspector of ancient monuments, Cadw, Cardiff
Tuning in
by Ernest Hazell
To answer the question as to why the builders of Stonehenge needed blue stone from 130 miles away.
Ernest Hazell, Skipton
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Source: the Vikings have released RB Ben Tate.
ESPN "The Minnesota Vikings claimed running back Ben Tate on waivers Wednesday from the Cleveland Browns, a league source told ESPN.com's Field Yates. Tate had just two carries for minus-9 yards in last weekend's loss after complaining earlier in the week about the number of carries he was getting in..." November 19
Can tell you: someone on Steelers staff called someone on Browns staff this am and asked about Ben Tate's release (per one of the someones)
The Browns released running back Ben Tate this morning.
SB Nation "The Cleveland Browns have been one of the big surprises of the 2014 NFL season, and much of that has had to do with their strong run game. However, no one running back for the Browns has managed to stand out, even though Ben Tate was expected to be the No. 1 back. Tate admitted Tuesday that he'd..." November 12
Cleveland Plain Dealer "After two subpar performances from the Browns' rushing attack, Ben Tate was asked Wednesday if he could recall a similar rough patch during his four seasons with the Texans. The Browns halfback said he couldn't. He stretched his memory back as far as his days in youth football. Still..." October 30
Cleveland Plain Dealer "While speaking to reporters regarding his sprained knee Friday, Ben Tate coyly downgraded himself from probable to questionable. Sunday, the halfback's status was simply invaluable. Showcasing his skills, patience and knowledge of the offense, Tate returned to the lineup after a two-game..." October 06
#Browns Pettine on RB Ben Tate: "He's on course to play.''
Akron Beacon Journal "Browns running back Ben Tate practiced Tuesday for the first time since he suffered a sprained right knee during the second quarter of the Sept. 7 season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It's a sign Tate will likely be able to play Sunday when the Browns (1-2), who are coming off their..." September 30
NFL.com "Cleveland Browns running backs Isaiah Crowell and Terrance West held down the top two spots on Marc Sessler's "Rookie Watch" this week. As impressive as the dynamic rookie duo has been, though, position coach Wilbert Montgomery expects Ben Tate to assume the starting role once the veteran..." September 25
#browns Pettine said Ben Tate prob won't be back for ravens but not sure about cameron and Mingo. Will know more Wednesday.
#Browns starting RB Ben Tate will likely miss a few weeks with a knee sprain, source says. At this point, no surgery required.
NFL.com "Long months of whispers about Ben Tate becoming a Cleveland Brown are no longer just rumors. The former Houston Texans running back on Saturday signed a two-year deal worth about $7 million, according to NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport, citing a source who saw the contract. The Browns later..." March 16
Cleveland Plain Dealer "Free agent running back Ben Tate, formerly of the Texans, is in Cleveland meeting with the Browns Thursday night, a league source told cleveland.com Thursday evening. If all goes as expected, the Browns could soon sign Tate, who's averaged 4.7 yards per carry in his three seasons. The club..." March 14
NFL.com "Sometimes in NFL free agency, logic takes a backseat to whirlwind activity. Teams, players, agents, executives can quickly react -- and overreact. As we approach the start of the business season -- set to kick off at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday -- here are logical marriages that would benefit everyone..." March 10
ESPN "Texans running back Ben Tate appeared in the locker room on Tuesday for the first time since being placed on injured reserve. Tate's last game with the Texans might have been in Indianapolis during which he aggravated the broken ribs he'd played through for several games. Tate Tate So I..." December 26
Houston Chronicle "In all probability, running back Ben Tate has played his last game with the Texans. Tate is in the last year of his contract, and he was placed on injured reserve Wednesday. He reinjured one of the four ribs he cracked against Kansas City. Tate is expected to sign a lucrative contract with..." December 19
Texans to put Ben Tate on IR, per ESPN's Josina Anderson.
CBS Sports "As the Texans disappointing season draws to a close and as Ben Tate's contract is close to expiring, it'll be interesting to see what kind of interest the running back can draw on the free agent market in the offseason. The fact he's playing with four broken ribs showcases his toughness; the fact..." December 12
Houston Chronicle "Ben Tate rushed seven times for just one yard Sunday during the Texans' 13-6 home loss to Jacksonville. Despite undrafted rookie Dennis Johnson showing life (13 carries, 74 yards) and Tate still dealing with four cracked ribs, coach Gary Kubiak said the Texans will continue to initially rely on..." November 25
Houston Chronicle "Running back Ben Tate had some tough words for Texans fans. They booed so loudly during the 28-23 loss at Reliant Stadium that the Texans had to go to a silent-count on offense (something usually reserved for road games). "These fans here in Houston are so up and down and so wishy-washy,"..." November 18
Houston Chronicle "Ben Tate said late Sunday he left everything on the field during the Texans' 27-24 defeat to the Indianapolis Colts. Less than 24 hours later, Tate was feeling the pain of his commitment. The four broken ribs Tate played with left him walking lightly Monday, saying it's "hard to breathe and..." November 04
Kubiak: Everybody practice. Ben Tate will play Sunday. Arian Foster still a game-time decision. #Texans
Gary Kubiak on Indy conference call said Arian Foster and Ben Tate will be "very limited" at today's practice, likely game-time decisions
Houston Chronicle "With rookie free-agent running back Cierre Wood being placed on waivers today the Texans will be looking for a third running back to play behind Arian Foster and Ben Tate both of whom were injured in Sunday's 17-16 loss at Kansas City. Foster is out with a hamstring injury. He said he should be..." October 22
RB Ben Tate just told AP he has 4 broken ribs but expects to play after bye. Foster and Tate are injured and they need another RB.
"I don't know if Ben (Tate) got a carry after the fumble. It was not a reflection of that. I have total confidence in Ben" Kubiak. #Texans
Kubiak: It's important that we continue to give Ben Tate his touches. #Texans
Houston Chronicle "The week's final practice ends under the midday Houston sun and the setting immediately changes. As a roof-less open field is traded for the cool tunnels of Reliant Stadium Texans players stream through in waves. Quarterback Matt Schaub hops off a golf cart and quietly walks into the locker room...." September 15
NFL.com "By virtue of the eyeball test as well as the box score Ben Tate outplayed Arian Foster in the Houston Texans' Week 1 comeback victory over the San Diego Chargers. That performance has earned Tate at least a temporary timeshare but the former second-round draft pick made it clear that he's not..." September 14
Houston Chronicle "Yes Arian Foster is competitive. And yes he wants to carry the ball as much as possible. Especially Monday when the Texans' star running back returned to his former home city of San Diego for the first time to play as a pro. Foster split rushes with backup Ben Tate during the Texans' 31-28..." September 12
ESPN "Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak liked what he saw out of backup running back Ben Tate Monday night and wants to keep his carries close to starter Arian Foster's for now. "I wish it would have come out a little more closer to even; I think I said that after the game" Kubiak said of their split..." September 11
Ben Tate ran a lot better than Arian Foster. Tate averaged 6.1 yards a carry to Foster's 3.2. Tate should have waved him off more often.
Houston Chronicle "The Texans' season-long effort to keep star running back Arian Foster healthy and primed for the playoffs will start in Week 1. Foster has impressed coach Gary Kubiak and teammates since being activated Aug. 21 from the physically unable to perform list. But the Texans plan to alternate..." September 08
Houston Chronicle "Midway through the Texans Friday morning practice running back Ben Tate suffered a groin injury. "My groin tightened up" Tate said. "… I'm not too worried about it." Tate had been working in Arian Foster's place as the Texans starter recovers from a strained hamstring. Coach Gary Kubiak said..." August 02
Battle Red Blog "To say that Ben Tate's 2012 season was disappointing would be a gross understatement. He only saw action in 11 games during the regular season, during which he posted a line of 65 carries for 279 yards and 2 TDs. The entirety of his postseason contributions to the Texans was two carries for a..." February 06


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Just got the AFG Caravelle for FS9. It's so cool, but very complicated! I was so happy when I actually managed to start the engines & taxi! There isn't really much in there about setting the autopilot, does any one know how? And what can I expect from this autopilot?!
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Boise State University - Geoscientists Without Borders
In January, 2010, Boise State University conducted the first geophysics field camp funded through the Geoscientists Without Borders Program. This field camp, headquartered at Chiang Mai University, Thailand, served 42 students from 15 institutes representing 7 countries. Undergraduate and graduate students, as well as professionals and faculty, gained hands-on experience with geophysical data acquisition, processing, and interpretation while students produced reports that address local environmental and engineering problems. We selected three humanitarian projects in northern Thailand encompassing:
At these sites, students will be introduced to a combination of seismic (reflection, MASW, refraction), ground penetrating radar, electrical, gravity, and magnetic methods that will address the local geotechnical problems. The ultimate goal is to create a self-sustaining field camp by training faculty and students, and utilizing geophysical equipment that presently exists in Southeast Asia. We intend to offer the field camp to students and faculty from all over Southeast Asia with scholarship-based participation, and we intend to impact the entire region by giving participants exposure to a variety of geophysical methods that they can then back to their home countries or regions. A strong participation by the Boise State University SEG Chapter and SEG chapters throughout Southeast Asia will strengthen ties between universities and encourage other institutions to initiate SEG student chapters.
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What Is a Steam Shower
A Steam Shower is a sensual immersion into the elemental forces of life.
3' x 3' x 7'. You might think that's too small a space for a steam shower. But we make that magic happen right in the comfort of your own home.
Of course, we make bigger steam baths, too. Our commercial steam rooms in your local health club, spa, and resort can accommodate many people, all enjoying the luxury of steam.
How does it all work?
- A steam generator, typically no bigger than a briefcase, heats the water.
- Steam, heated to 110 relaxing degrees, enters the shower enclosure through steam heads.
- You sit in total comfort, taking in the steam for 10 to 20 soothing minutes, followed by a refreshing shower.
- Now wrap yourself in the comfort of a fluffy towel heated by a towel warmer to complete the total spa experience.
You say your body feels like Jello? You're welcome!
And that's not all. MrSteam merges scent, light and sound with steam to create a Total-Body Sensory Experience. Here's how we create a SteamTherapy event:
- Controls for the steam are usually inside the unit, but you can also go wireless.
- At your computer or mobile device? We offer a wizard for smart phones, laptops and tablets that fully integrate into home automation systems.
- ChromaTherapy adds the therapeutic effect of colored lights.
- Infuse the steam shower with aromatherapy scented oils. Breathe deep!
- Surround yourself with the Beatles, the Beastie Boys or Bach – as the music of your choice plays from our integrated music systems.
- It's been a long day. Sit down on the shower bench that's right where you need it. Relax.


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I'm often asked if the casting produced from an indoor worm bin would be enough to fertilize a family size garden.
I decided to post the "Organic Worm Farm" newsletter about a good worm tea recipe. Using compost tea is the best way to feed your plants (indoor as well as out side). This way, a little bit of casting can go a long way!
"Being I get asked frequently during the spring and summer months of a worm tea recipe, I decided to post one here. This includes not only food for beneficial bacteria but also a mostly overlooked feed for beneficial fungi.I decided to post it here along with some explanations. This recipe can also be used when brewing a compost tea since the same principles will apply.
Since most people use a five gallon bucket for brewing worm castings tea,I will base the recipe on this.
First you need a five gallon bucket filled with non-chlorinated water. If using tap water from a local municipality,simply place the bucket out in the sun for a day to rid the water of chlorine,fluoride…
Next it is best to use a two line aquarium pump however a single line will also work. Air stones of 4" to 6" in length work best.
While not necessary I do recommend an aquarium heater to heat your water prior and during the brewing process to approximately 80 degrees Fahrenheit. The reason for this is that many of the beneficial microbes do very well at this temperature. If the water is too cool,it will kill off a variety of beneficial microbes,hence not giving your plants the full potential of a high quality worm tea.
1 Pound – Worm Castings (vermicast)
1 – Strainer Bag (either reusable or paint strainer…)
2 – Tablespoons of Un-sulfured Molasses (good food for exponential growth of beneficial bacteria)
1 –Tablespoon of Liquid Kelp or Seaweed (good for beneficial fungi growth)
Worm castings and hence what you want in your worm tea contain both beneficial fungi and bacteria. The Un-sulfured Molasses will support and feed the bacteria which will explode in numbers exponentially. However the Molasses is not a good food source for the fungi,hence why the liquid kelp or seaweed is added. The fungi will not reproduce while brewing,however will help to maintain a healthy population as well as grow them in size.
First step which will make the entire process much easier is to mix all your ingredients with the exception of the worm castings prior to even hooking up the air pump. The reason for this is that the air hoses,stones and bag of worm castings will get in the way as you thoroughly mix the rest of the ingredients.
Once thoroughly mixed,add your air stones to the bottom of the bucket and start the pump.
Next add your worm castings or vermicast to the strainer bag. We prefer a reusable bag which is available from Organic Worm Farm since it allows you to draw the strings up and tie off to the metal handle on the five gallon bucket to enable the bag to float while the air bubbles come up under the bag.
It is actually a good idea to loosely place a lid on the five gallon bucket just to help with splashing from the air bubbles rising to the surface.
Allow your worm tea to brew 48 hours at which time you should have a nice froth on top. Should you decide to brew it longer additional food will be required to feed the beneficial microbes after the initial two days.
Do not dilute the worm tea when watering your plants. Diluting will only cut back on the ratio of microbes in the water you just generated. You can apply the worm tea directly to the leaves of the plants since the plants can also absorb the nutrients directly through the leaves. Just be sure when applying to the leaves that you do it early in the morning or early evening when the plants are not exposed to direct sunlight.
For anyone looking for a complete worm tea brewer, they are available from Organic Worm farm complete with worm castings,food,air pump,heater…
Good luck in your vermicomposting adventures….


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Screen actress Marlene Deitrich on USO tour with the Coast Guard at Narsarssuak, Greenland. L-R LT F. A. Shelton, LTJG H. C. White, LT L. C. Salsbury, ENS G. I. Kellogg, Marlene Deitrich, LTJG W. M. Braswell, CDR V. O. Johnson, CPO A. B. Wilchar. Photo courtesy of W. M. Braswell.