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So it's no surprise to find Euro Xbox boss Chris Lewis in jubilant mood. "We have come out of an incredibly good quarter – the entertainment and devices division has grown over 90 per cent," he begins.
"A big driver for that is what we've achieved around Halo 3. We had high hopes for that title and thankfully they've been surpassed – and that's against a pretty high expectations bar as it was. It has boosted Xbox 360 console sales substantially.
In the same period we had the console price cut too, so a number of key factors came together – with fantastic results."
As 360 approaches its second birthday, it has also been able to reach some pretty significant milestones – allowing Lewis to reel off some impressive numbers.
"For the quarter we sold 1.8 million units and that takes us to a life-to-date figure of around 13.4 million units worldwide," he continues. "Halo 3 was a heavy driving factor around that, to generate around $330m revenue for us.
"And looking ahead it's all great news. Last month our total software sales outsold both PS3 and Wii software combined, based on the data we've got, so we're definitely in a great position for the holiday."
Ah yes – the Christmas period. Having breezed through the last few months, now Microsoft has its sights set on maintaining – and indeed stepping up – the momentum behind its hardware with a games line-up that the platform holder has famously described as the 'greatest of all time'.
"The quarter we just came out of surpassed our expectations and they were ambitious – it keeps us firmly on the trajectory through the all-important holiday season which is pivotal to a successful fiscal year.
"The first quarter is also critically important and we're certainly on track with and ahead of those figures. We're in good shape – this quarter is historically the big one and we've got some great titles.
"Obviously there's Halo 3, Bioshock, PGR4, Mass Effect, and Guitar Hero's a massively important product set and franchise for us too. It broadens us out into the more family orientated market too. And Call of Duty 4 is again a defining title for us."
And of course it wouldn't be a proper platform holder feature without a little swipe at the competition – and while you get the sense that Lewis would love to stray from the corporate line and lay into a slow-starting PS3, he is remarkably restrained.
"I feel really great about where we stand right now when you look at the competition – but that doesn't make me complacent at all. We take this very carefully and we are watching them, but we are confident that we have the best portfolio of hardware, software and services to appeal best to consumers over this holiday period."
Almost two years into its lifecycle, 360 has firmly established itself as the console of choice for the core gamer. And although PS3's price drop will have turned up the heat somewhat at Xbox HQ, it is clear that Microsoft and Lewis are supremely confident of retaining this title that year and beyond.


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Hello, I am an Indian women (26 years) and have a really wide nose with wide nostrils and wide bridge. I am looking for a good Rhinoplasty surgeon who can make the bridge of my nose narrow / thinner and alar base reduction. I have witnessed my friends who have gone through a nose job and their nose looks "pinched" after the surgery; I don't want the same thing happen to my nose. Please suggest a good doctor.
Please Suggest a Good Rhinoplasty Surgeon Who Can Make my Nose Bridge Thinner/narrow and Alar Base Reduction?
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Referral for Rhinoplasty Surgeon
Where are you located? I may be able to refer you to a good ethnic rhinoplasty surgeon in your area.
Learn more: http://www.drgregpark.com/face-procedures-san-diego/rhinoplasty/
Selecting a Plastic Surgeon for Rhinoplasty
I think that you can do your own homework - a surgeon's photos can provide you with a good idea of what he/she is capable of accomplishing as well as aesthetic ideals.
Learn more: http://infogr.am/Plastic-Surgery-for-Men/
Narrowing nasal Bridge and Alar Base Reduction
An experienced rhinoplasty surgeon will narrow your bridge and reduce the width of your alar base, achieving a natural result. Obviousl,y avoid the surgeons who operated on your friends. A good surgeon will clearly explain the changes that will be made during your surgery. Look at the results in patients that had a nose similar to yours.
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Please Suggest a Good Rhinoplasty Surgeon Who Can Make my Nose Bridge Thinner/narrow and Alar Base Reduction?
The bridge can be narrowed and the alar base reduced, but this may not be all that is necessary to produce the result you want. The pinched tip is easily avoided by not pursuing certain maneuvers. Look at before and after galleries to determine if he or she produces the type of transformations that interest you. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of rhinoplasties each year. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
Learn more: http://www.hughesplasticsurgery.com/Rhinoplasty.php
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.

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The Council is responsible for managing its revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities, investments, and general financial dealings prudently, and in ways that promote the current and future interests of residents. This has become increasingly important in Christchurch following the earthquakes.
Key points
- 100 km of water mains have renewals deferred as they have out performed their expected lives; these are expected to be renewed in the next 10 years. There is an expected increase in renewals over the next 45 years.
- 32 kilometres of wastewater main have had renewal defered - it is expected to take 20 years to catch up on this. In addition there will be an increased demand for renewals over the next 50 years.
- Approximately 1,000 km (45%) of Christchurch's street network sustained significant damage in the earthquakes. The initial phases of repair or replacement of this is expected to be completed by SCIRT in 2016. However, it will not be of the same standard as pre-earthquakes and it will be approximately 30 years before the whole network is returned to a reasonable level of service.
- Over 90% of residents are satisfied with the quality of the water supply infrastructure in 2016. Resident satisfaction of footpaths and roads in 2016 increased from the previous year, to 51% and 37% respectively.
- The Long Term Plan 2015-25 forecast the Council will meet all the financial prudence benchmarks over the next 10 years, except for the debt servicing benchmark, which will not be meet in 2019 and following years.
Water Supply - Remaining Life of Mains
Source: CCC, 2015 Infrastructure Strategy
Wastewater - Remaining Life of Mains
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Satisfaction with Council Infrastructure
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Satisfaction with overall performance of Council services
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Infrastructure Strategy 2015-2045: Outlines the pressures and demands on the city's core infrastructure that is required over the next 30 years.
Council Long Term Plan 2015-25 Financial Prudence Benchmarks(external link): The purpose of this statement is to disclose the Council's planned financial performance in relation to various benchmarks to assess whether the Council is prudently managing its revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities, and general financial dealings.
2015 Annual Report: (external link)The report shows the Council's overall financial position and performance as measured by its achievement against its financial key performance indicators. Financial prudence benchmarks reporting are on page 141.


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On average, there are six million automobile accidents annually on America's three million miles of public roadways. Also on these roadways are millions of careless drivers putting surrounding drivers in danger. In Savannah, Georgia, our city is one of America's vacation destinations, which means our highways and roadways become extremely congested, contributing to increased careless driving, thus resulting in more accidents.
Careless Driving is oftentimes confused with reckless driving; careless is even recognized in the dictionary as part of the definition for reckless, and vice-versa. However, in legal terms, reckless driving includes wanton disregard, which is a higher standard to place an individual than careless. Careless driving simply means failing to drive in a careful manner under the circumstances to the degree that it puts others in danger, which can include running a red light or passing improperly while speeding.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an automobile accident by another individual who was cited for careless driving, you may be entitled to receive compensation for lost wages, property damage or pain and suffering.
To learn more, complete the "Free Case Review" on this page – It's 100% FREE.
Careless Driving in Savannah
Here in Savannah, Georgia, careless driving accounts for many traffic violations and compromises the safety of a person's property. Although this can easily be avoided, many people in Savannah continue to receive tickets for such offenses.
A few acts that may be considered careless driving include the following:
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Tailgating
- Improperly changing lanes
- Improper passing
- Leaving the scene of an accident
- Running a red light
- Speeding
Typically, law enforcement officials will use the careless driving statute to issue citations when they do not believe a violation applies elsewhere. The law states that a driver must have endangered the life, limb or property of another individual in order to receive a citation for careless driving.
For more information, simply fill out the "Free Case Review" form at the top of the page – It's FREE.
Georgia Super Speeder Law
The Georgia Super Speeder Law was put into place on January 1, 2010. Georgia defines a super speeder as an individual who is convicted of speeding at 75 miles per hour or faster on a two-lane road, or an individual who is convicted of speeding 85 miles per hour or above on any highway or road in the state of Georgia. These drivers are not only required to pay the fines and fees where the offense occurred, but in addition, must pay a $200 Super Speeder state fee. Plus, those who fail to pay the fine within 120 days will result in the suspension of all driving privileges including a suspended license or permit along with an additional $50.00 fee.
All additional fees collected under the Georgia Super Speeder Law are used to help fund Georgia's trauma care hospital system. Not to mention, 60 percent of Georgia's trauma care hospital system is composed of automobile accident related victims. Thus, careless drivers are contributing to new hospital beds and other necessities to help crash victims recover.
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Contact An Experienced Savannah Automobile Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one has been injured or sustained property damage during an automobile accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses, including medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, and other damages. In some cases, you may have even lost a loved one, which could result in a wrongful death lawsuit.
At The Eichholz Law Firm, we are dedicated to protecting the rights of our clients, and have a proud history of helping individuals like you obtain the maximum compensation benefit that you may be entitled to receive.
We are licensed to practice throughout the state of Georgia, and serve clients in:
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To learn about how we can help you, contact us at (866) 947-7449 and our intake team will take the details of your accident and connect you with one of our experienced attorneys that is best suited to handle your case.
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Event planners: Please send details of your parties, galas, fashion shows and charity benefits, including the sponsoring organization, date, time, venue (with street address), admission price and publishable contact information for the Tampa Bay Times' 2012-2013 Hillsborough County Social Calendar. Please send to email@example.com (subject line: 2012-13 SOCIAL CALENDAR). Deadline for submissions is today.
College fundraiser: Organizers of the first United Negro College Fund Walk for Education are asking people to invite five friends and family members, and have them invite five, to the event at 8 a.m. Saturday at Al Lopez Park, 4810 N Himes Ave. The $20 registration fee goes toward helping students stay in school. Registration begins at 7 a.m. Sponsors for this year's walk include Citi, Fifth Third Bank, Florida Blue, Serenity Village, State Farm, Tampa Chapter of the Links, Tech Data, and Wells Fargo. Sign up and get more information at uncf.org/tampabaywalk.
New chamber: Attend the grand opening at 5:30 p.m. Thursday of the Florida chapter of the German American Chamber of Commerce of the Southern United States. The event will be held at the Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E Fowler Ave. Network with industry and community leaders and learn about the chamber's various initiatives, activities and projects. Among the honored speakers and guests at the reception, which begins at 6 p.m., will be Gray Swoope, Florida Secretary of Commerce and chief executive of Enterprise Florida; Peter Fischer, head of the economics department of the German embassy in Washington; and Eva Alexandra Countess Kendeffy, Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany, Florida. Admission is free. RSVP at firstname.lastname@example.com or (727) 536-4748.
Shred documents: Local residents and business owners are invited to help prevent identity theft by bringing their obsolete documents to the roundabout in front of the Museum of Science & Industry Partnership School, 4801 E Fowler Ave., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 15. There, Proshred will have a shredding truck to destroy documents for $10 per box. All proceeds will support MOSI's education programs. Everyone who participates in the shred-a-thon will receive a buy-one, get-one-free coupon for MOSI's general exhibits. For more information, visit mosi.org
Insomnia treatment: The University of South Florida's Health Management Group will offer a five-week insomnia treatment program beginning Sept. 18. It focuses on improving sleep hygiene, combating unhelpful thoughts and engaging in sleep-promoting behaviors. The sessions will be conducted in small groups from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday evenings. (The first session ends at 8 p.m.) The cost for the program is $75, which is due at the first meeting. The workshop fee includes the five sessions, a notebook, a CD and an insomnia treatment manual that will be used throughout the program.
To register or for more information, please contact the USF Psychological Services Center at (813) 974-2496. Note that space is limited.


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Hi guys & gals, my friends and I are looking for fellow Destiny players for PvE, especially for the 6-player raids of course, as well as for PvP. It doesn't matter, if you're only into either aspect of the game. If your looking for a few dedicated, mature and (somewhat^^) skilled PvP players, you're most welcome. The same holds true, if you're looking for a bunch of friendly, reliable and experienced PvE players for raiding. As for us, we are all in our late twenties and have extensive experience with MMORPG-style PvE raiding as well as with competitive FPS/PvP games. Basically we're at it since they days of Dark Age of Camelot and Half-Life 1 multiplayer mods. Like I said, we're all not only experienced and dedicated, but also friendly and reliable. Having said that, you should be able to handle a bit of banter, nothing harsh and all in good fun of course. As anyone with at least some MMO experience can probably attest to, good banter makes or breaks the online-playing experience. Also, we consider ourselves hardcore, insofar, that we are ambitious and competitive, but not to the point that the game becomes a chore. First and foremost, it has to be a fun and joyful experience for everyone involved. That also means, if we agree on a time and date for a raid, you should make sure, that you can actually keep it, since we have to be able to rely on each other and any participation is completely voluntary in the first place. We are going to play on the PS4, starting Day One. Voicechat is mandatory, German is acceptable (as long as there are only German players present, that is), but you should be able to communicate effortlessly in English, to the point that proper communications between players can be guaranteed and at least some banter is allowed for. You should be a minimum of 18 years of age and have some basic PvP and/or PvP experience. Also, while anyone is welcome, due to the timezones and the ever present problems of proper scheduling, we would prefer fellow European players. If you're willing to put up with our EU times and are an English speaker, we are just as happy to have you nonetheless. If you're interested, drop us a message, telling us a little something about you, and feel free to add Ralek_US, leenux2k and wildelutzi to your friendlist on PSN and join our group Paradigma (see link) here on the Destiny page. Here is to having a good time come September! Cheers Ralek
Edited by KaiokenX5: 8/22/2014 1:11:23 PMHi there, 27 y old dude from Belgium, looking for a mature clan to pve, pvp, and occasionally raid in a friendly and reliable atmosphere ! I've been playing for 22 years from consoles to pc, from nes to ps4. I play fps on consoles since Golden Eye 64. I got a job and a girlfriend that take me lot of time (lol), but I'll be there to raise my warlock as powerful as hell and enjoy the world of Destiny with other dudes ! At lvl 20, i'll be able to find time for longer sessions to raid and get some epic gear. Feel free to add me as Noob_is_no_crime (most useful nick for trolling ppl on Moba games) See ya around !
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The RadioPopper JRX-RS Receiver is part of a wireless radio triggering system that allows your flash to be fired at distances of 300 to 1,750' depending on the prevailing conditions.
The 16-channel receiver will trigger most lighting devices via the standard sync connector which accepts standard 3.5 mm mono or stereo male plug. The JRX-RS gets approximately 50 hours of power-on time from the single, included CR123A battery. It requires separate purchase of a JRX-T Transmitter for use.
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|16 Channels, 3 groups
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|1/250 Sec. (with transmitter)
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Smartfish Unveils 'Engage' Anti-Fatigue Keyboard
Smartfish's products are anything but static. Its poster child, the ergonomic Whirl mouse, not only promotes proper navigating poise to help circulation, but movement. Its newest creation, the "Engage Keyboard" has the same functions in mind.
The keyboard is split, slopped, and has a comfort curve that allows your arms and wrists to rest naturally while typing. In addition, the Engage Keyboard features a motion system that takes note of your unique typing frequency and makes ever-so-subtle adjustments while you work, so you're never in a fixed typing position. Smartfish may mean well in this distinguishing design scheme, but I wonder if the movement will also result in a rise in blood pressure from missed keystrokes. However, the Engage Keyboard was developed in collaboration with the leading Orthopedic Hospital, The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.
"Most so-called 'comfort products' tend to differentiate themselves through radical forms and shapes, but they still limit movement by placing the hands and wrists in a static position." said Dr. Jack Atzmon, President and CEO of Smartfish Technologies. "Engage ensures movement in the user's typing experience which is crucial for increasing flexibility, circulation and alleviating stress and pain."
This keyboard is wired, powered by a USB connection to your PC. The Engage is Windows XP, Vista, and 7 compatible.
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"Cutting Edge Classics" Mostly Delightful Despite Rough Edges
An uneven collection of festival animation gathered from around the globe, Spike and Mike's Cutting Edge Classics showcases a number of engaging shorts that have a professional sheen. But it's a mixed bag at best, with many entries that suffer from amateurishness or a lack of budget. Not that this is always a bad thing—you can find rewarding moments in even the most awkward places—but the standard caveat for anthology discs is here fully justified: Beware of the occasional dog.
Highlights of the collection include "Mons the Cat," which pairs a repeating fairy-tale structure with over-the-top layered stop-motion animation to very funny effect; "Cane Toad," an offbeat, beautifully computer-animated short in which a poisonous amphibian, relaxing in a dog's water bowl, contemplates the various fates his missing friend might have befallen, all of which are shown in gruesome and hilarious detail; "Stubble Trouble," in which a prehistoric man goes on a quest to remove his facial hair; "One Day A Man Bought A House," an absurd, Aardman-like claymation exercise in which a giant rat falls in love with the man who is trying to exterminate her; and "Snowman," a computer-animated short about a botched alien abduction. The latter, which is far and away my favorite on the disc, simply has to be seen to be believed.
With the less successful shorts, poor plotting is the most common problem. "Hello, Dolly" is a clever computer-animated cartoon about a sheep-cloning mad scientist tortured by bad dreams, but it suffers from terminal plot holes. In other cases, as with the gratingly forced rhymes of "The Pigeon and the Onion Pie," bad writing makes otherwise creative shorts nearly unwatchable. Poor animation and print quality is the bane of "Semper Idem," "Iddy Biddy Beat Boy," and "Ropedancers." And "Maakies," a series of shorts based on a comic by Tony Millionaire, is a potentially engaging series that has most of the life sucked out of it by a raft of beginner's mistakes and cheats: Animation is inelegantly reused; sound effects don't match; a squirrel's paw looks more like a latex glove glued to the side of his torso; an acorn remains part of the background despite the fact that one of the characters has already picked it up.
Not all the shorts can be said to have stories at all, but the experimental shorts are also hit-and-miss. Far and away the best is "Drink," which I would have subtitled "Christopher Robin Discovers Psychotropic Drugs." Unfortunately, the others ("Balance," "Ropedancers," and "Semper Idem") are at best boring and at worst tiresome and pretentious, though "Balance" does have an interesting The Gods Must Be Crazy-esque premise. These are grouped together at the end, almost as if the producers recognized their weakness and tried to hide them.
When all is said and done, though, the overall experience is rewarding. The worst of the shorts can be appreciated simply for the hard work that went into them, while the best are gentle, funny, creative, bizarre, and fascinating.


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Forecast: Snow
White powder on the ground is a rare sight here in temperate Marin but at least two locations will get more than a dusting this weekend — plus lots of family fun and holiday spirit. Kids can sled down A Street on trucked-in snow during the 34th annual San Rafael Winter Wonderland from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 29 and 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 30 on Fourth Street between B Street and Lootens Place. Call 800-310-6563 or go to www.sresproductions.com or www.downtownsanrafael.org. Mill Valley Winterfest, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 1 in the Depot Plaza, also offers its own kids' slide made of real snow plus Santa in an antique firetruck. Call 388-9700 or go to www.millvalley.org.
Luminous visions
West Marin photographer Marty Knapp shows there's more than meets the eye in his black and white infrared landscapes that reveal the hidden glow beyond the visible spectrum. The technique also transforms familiar subjects and compositions into haunting, dreamlike images. Knapp's latest collection of photos is presented in the exhibition "Radiant Light," on display from Nov. 29 through Jan. 5 at Marty Knapp Photo Gallery at 11245 Highway 1 in Point Reyes Station. Meet the artist at a free opening reception at 3 p.m. Nov. 30. The gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays through Sundays and by appointment. Call 663-8670 or go to www.martyknapp.com.


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Should a startup focus on good user experience or ship something out quickly?
For a startup, there are always arguments about whether to build a good experience or instead ship something workable out quickly. These two seem contradict with each other and it is usually hard to decide for many startup founders. But in order to win over competitors and gain large portion of market shares as soon as possible, founders must think fast and make their life change decisions. So how should we decide whether we should focus on good user experience or we should ship out the product out? Here are some suggestions from Jared Spool
In fact, the main factor to consider is the market stage the new product is entering.
Technology Focus Stage
If this is a product that is so novel, so new, that it doesn't have any competitors AND it is likely to be highly desirable, then people will put up with whatever user experience you give them. After all, they need this and you're the only one to give it to them.
In this instance, you want to focus your UX efforts on the minimum most-valuable design. Cut out any features or elements that aren't directly serving the core desirability.
If it is novel and new, but the desirability isn't immediately obvious to the customer, then the UX efforts will need to focus on communicating WHY this product is important to the user. It needs to have an immediate "Oh, that's cool!" impact. (We're not talking flashy, superfluous graphics here. We're talking core communication of why this product is something the user needs.)
Feature Focus Stage
If there are other competitors and the product customers / users are deciding on yours because of critical features you're offering, then the UX won't be as high a priority as the the feature implementations. Investing in cleaning up unimportant features is a waste of effort.
In this stage, your UX efforts should focus on a few things:
- Making sure you know what the distinguishing features are and (most importantly) WHY they are important to your customers.
- Making sure your design communicates the WHY and the HOW for those features. If your design demonstrates its superiority out of the box and users can put it straight to use, you'll have a real advantage in this stage.
- Tracking your competitors' designs to ensure they don't get an truly advantageous features too far ahead of you. Spending time watching your users interact with your competitors' products can be very eye opening and produce a lot of new product benefits to incorporate.
Experience Focus Stage
At some point, in the marketplace, there are no more features that anyone can add. (Think of Microsoft Word. What new features could MS put into Word tomorrow that you or anyone you know about would care about?) At this point, the emphasis shifts to the overall experience of the product. Customers / users start thinking about issues such as ramp-up time and conversion costs.
If you're building into a mature market, trying to differentiate your product purely on the overall experience, you need to invest heavily in UX. You'll need to pick a lucrative niche of the market and learn everything there is to know about those folks. You'll need to do a lot of research on what is the minimal key functionality that makes the product succeed for the niche you're going after.
You'll want to reduce any conversion or on-boarding costs for your users, making everything get started right away. This could mean having smart data converters or import capabilities that just work "auto-magically" to get the user up and running. You'll need to ensure that your design matches the users expectations (from their previous experiences with your competitors products), so they have minimal "brain reprogramming" costs.
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Aggie, not Chandler, with shock in 100 breaststroke
Updated 11:28 pm, Wednesday, June 27, 2012
OMAHA, Neb. — Annie Chandler hoped for an unlikely upset, to knock off the two fastest to ever swim her event and earn a trip to the Olympics.
A Texas swimmer pulled off that upset Wednesday, but it wasn't Chandler — it was Texas A&M sophomore Breeja Larson.
Larson won the women's 100-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials, beating race favorites Rebecca Soni and Jessica Hardy.
Chandler, a star at Churchill High and later Arizona, finished fifth in her last event as an Olympic contender. She said her swimming career is likely over after the trials.
"That was probably my last 100 breaststroke," Chandler said. "I don't have any regrets. It was the best race I had in me tonight."
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Larson won with a time of 1 minute, 5.92 seconds, seven-hundredths of a second ahead of Soni. The top two finishers in the event advance to London.
Hardy, the world record holder, finished third at 1:06.53.
Chandler's time of 1:07.28 was a tenth of a second off her personal best. Chandler said she missed her turn at 50 meters and tried to recover, but she knew her Olympic shot was likely over.
Chandler will swim in the 200 breaststroke and 50 freestyle later this week but is a longshot in both events. Chandler still holds the state record in the 100 breaststroke. She was an 18-time All-American at Arizona, winning six NCAA championships.
"Even with my perfect swim, I'm not sure I would have gone 1:05.9," Chandler said.
Larson broke Chandler's NCAA record in the breaststroke in February and shocked the field with her time, the fastest in the world this year.
When asked if she was as surprised as everyone else, Larson said, "a little bit more, I think."
There was joy for Chandler on Wednesday minutes before her swim, when her fiancé Matt Grevers won the 100 backstroke. Grevers' time of 52.08 seconds was 0.14 behind Aaron Peirsol's world-record mark.
"I wish it could have been Annie's upset," Grevers said. "She just wanted to end on a perfect race. She did swim phenomenal, but if she hit that turn, I wouldn't say she would have made it, but she just wanted a flawless race."
In Wednesday's other finals, Michael Phelps won the 200 freestyle, beating Ryan Lochte by five-hundredths of a second. Phelps finished in 1:45.70, while Lochte's time was 1:45.75. It was the second race they swam head-to-head this week, with Lochte edging Phelps in the 400 individual medley Monday.
"I find that when we're next to each other, we play cat and mouse," Phelps said. "We don't just jump out after it, we see what each other does, and when it comes down to it, we put every ounce of energy into the last 50."
Missy Franklin won the women's 100 backstroke in 58.85 seconds, with Rachel Bootsma finishing second at 59.49.
Franklin, 17, is swimming in five events this week. She raced in the backstroke 20 minutes after she swam the 200 freestyle semifinals and qualified for tonight's final.
"It was good to have all the nerves already out there," Franklin said.
"I love doing tough doubles like that, and I can't believe I'm an Olympian right now."


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The countdown is on for Hockey Day Minnesota, and action in the Handke Pit in Elk River is heating up.
During the week of Oct. 7 volunteers put up and assembled hockey boards purchased and delivered to the site of Hockey Day Minnesota 2014 at a cost of $24,000. The cost of the boards, which will be sold after the hockey extravaganza is complete, includes the plexiglas that will go in next.
Fox Sports North has been by of late to film footage of the progress and check sight lines for the big day scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 18, down in the Handke Pit.
Tickets for the event will go on sale soon.
"People are chomping at the bit," Superintendent Mark Bezek said. "We're expecting between 3,000 to 5,000 people."


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NAPLES — Northside Christian had problems in its half-court game in the region semifinals Tuesday night. And that meant the Mustangs didn't have half a chance against Community School of Naples.
The Seahawks, coming off two straight trips to the state final four, built up a big lead early against the Mustangs and won easily 61-23 in the region semifinals.
Rachel Boyette, Saje Schlatterer and Hailey Gossard each led the Mustangs (25-5) with five points.
Michelle Woods scored 24 for Community School.
"This was without a doubt the best team we've played all year," Northside coach D.J. Jackson said. "We have nothing to be ashamed of. The first quarter actually went pretty well, because we were down by only five points.
"But then Community School went on some runs. And they made a lot of layups. We can't give up a lot of layups."
Hunter Martin made three 3-point baskets, and Woods made two.
"We've got a lot of young players, so it's hard to go up against a seasoned team like this," Jackson said. "We got off to a good start, but we didn't execute the half-court game very well. That's been our big problem all year long."
Community School was wild with its shooting in the first quarter, making only 5 of 15. The Seahawks led 14-9 after one was complete quarter but got going in the second quarter, limiting the Mustangs to one field goal and five total points in the second. Community School led 41-14 at halftime.


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Welcome friends and loved ones to your home with this beautiful Apple Pie Wreath from Lisa DeNardi. This wreath is great to have out all season long and makes a wonderful first impression for guests coming to your home.
- Wire wreath
- Fresh Apple Pie sign (or similar sign)
- Roll of loose woven burlap
- A few fall sprigs
- Floral apples
- Fall fabric
The fabric and the burlap were cut in strips roughly 12 inches by 1 inch. The fabric was just as pretty on the flip side and I liked the look of both colors on the wreath.
Each strip was tied randomly to the wire wreath. The loose woven burlap will fray quite a bit while working with it. That's ok. The overall look should have an uncontrolled and natural appearance.
With the addition of a few small apples, fall flowers and trimmings, the wreath filled out beautifully... and those stray burlap strings just add to the rustic charm.
I loved this wooden, half-rolling pin I found at Michaels. The wire was tied to the bottom of the wreath when it was all done.
- PLEASE NOTE: Using any decorative items you wish, this wreath will be beautiful in any room, but is ONLY to be used indoors. The loose woven burlap will not stand up to outdoor weather.
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I love any wreath that uses fruit! I have some vintage dinnerware with apples and this wreath would really complement that set! And rolling pins are easy to come by at garage and estate sales if you don't mind keeping it round ... Easy enough to add your own words to it. Or even put it at the top and hang your wreath from the rolling pin! Darling project!
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So cute! This is a great piece of fall decor. I hope no one is disappointed if you don't always have fresh apple pie waiting for them, though. )
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Just what I need for my door this fall. The weather has turned cool finally, and I took my summer wreath down only to discover I don't have a fall replacement! I'll have to work fast!
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The President's 2015 Budget: Thoughtful Responses to Poverty
Mar 07, 2014
Supporting low-income Americans is not a single-issue policy agenda. To have a fair chance to succeed, children need a good education, including early education; young people need access to workforce training and post-secondary education; low-income workers need help making ends meet while they move up into jobs that support their families; and, everyone needs a bustling economy that provides plenty of chances for steady work.
The 2015 budget President Obama laid out this week reflects exactly that type of multi-faceted investment strategy. The proposal has two parts. First is a base budget, which includes his priorities for discretionary spending within limits included in the Congressional budget agreement from last December. The base budget also includes other "mandatory" spending and tax proposals not covered by those limits, but that would, in net, bring down the deficit. In addition, he has offered an Opportunity, Growth and Security Initiative budget, which would fund additional priorities by closing tax loopholes and making other reforms. These dual proposals outline clear priorities for investments in workforce development, education and training, early childhood and family support programs, youth programs, and employment generation. The two-part budget package offers both reasonable investments under current budget constraints and a road map to the necessary steps to fundamentally and positively impact the lives of low-income Americans.
The base budget sets out the President's priorities within the constraints of the spending caps under the Budget Control Act of 2011, as modified by the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013. The total discretionary spending level in this budget is $1.014 trillion, $19 billion below the actual spending approved by Congress for FY 2014. It includes targeted expansions of funding in some critical areas, such as early childhood education, youth programs, and enforcement of labor standards, paid for by cuts in other program. This base budget also specifies mandatory spending and tax improvements for low-income families, including an expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit to single adults (encompassing youth and non-custodial parents, among others).
President Obama also offered a vision for investing in America that builds beyond the constrained choices presented by these spending caps. With his Opportunity, Growth and Security Initiative, he shows that we can make critical investments in creating jobs and making work pay -- and in providing access to quality education from preschool to college to technical training -- without increasing the deficit or slashing key social insurance and safety net programs that benefit millions of Americans.
Taken together, this budget offers an urgently needed roadmap for investment in key programs, along with a long-term agenda for implementation. Many of its ideas do double duty as immediate budget proposals and as a guide for federal and state lawmakers over the coming months and years as they consider policy changes to diminish inequality and improve the lives of working Americans.
In particular, the budget includes detailed proposals on the following components of an integrated, multi-faceted anti-poverty agenda:
Child Care and Early Education
The President reaffirmed his commitment to expanding high-quality early learning for all young children by proposing investments across birth to five programs in the Departments of Health and Human Services and Education, including child care, home visiting, Head Start and Early Head Start, and pre-kindergarten. The President called again for his Preschool for All plan proposed in last year's budget. This includes preschool services for all low- and moderate-income 4-year-olds and an expansion of voluntary home visiting programs financed by an increase in the federal tobacco tax as well as other expansions divided between the base budget and the Opportunity Growth and Security Initiative.
Job Quality, Paid Family Leave, Working Conditions
President Obama's budget proposal sends a strong endorsement of policies that support working families. The budget reiterates the President's support of legislation to increase the minimum wage to $10.10 as soon as possible. He recommends a total of $105 million to support a State Paid Leave Fund, with $100 million in the Opportunity, Growth and Security Initiative and $5 million in the base budget for the paid leave fund. The base budget also strengthens enforcement of existing laws, including the unpaid Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), minimum wage, and overtime laws, by calling for an increase of more than $41 million for the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division.
The President proposes expanding and strengthening the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for low-income childless workers, including non-custodial parents. His budget doubles the maximum credit for childless workers to about $1,000 and increases the income limit to qualify for the credit from less than $15,000 to $18,000. In addition, the President proposes to make the EITC available for young workers age 21 and over (currently it is only available to workers age 25-65) and older workers up to age 67, consistent with the rising Social Security full retirement age. The proposed changes would have a significant impact on low-income workers who do not currently have access to the EITC. The EITC expansion is recommended in the base budget; because it is a tax provision, it does not have to fit under the discretionary caps – but these changes would require the passage of legislation through Congress.
Workforce Training and Skill Development
The President's budget also calls for new investments that prepare people for jobs in demand and put unemployed people back to work. His Opportunity, Growth and Security Initiative includes $750 million to restore recent cuts to Workforce Investment Act formula grants to states, increase support for research and innovation, and make targeted investments in programs that serve individuals with barriers to employment. It also includes $1.5 billion for the first year of a four-year Community College Job-Driven Training Fund, which will provide competitive grants designed to increase the number of training programs and apprenticeships supported by employers and focused on jobs in demand. In addition, the proposal includes $125 million (in addition to $25 million in the base budget request) to expand the research-based Jobs Plus model, which connects public housing residents with jobs and training. The proposal also envisions $20 million for Skills Challenge grants to support and implement bridge strategies and other models that integrate basic skills preparation with occupational skills training.
Higher Education
The budget reaffirms the President's commitment to making college affordable and increasing the number of Americans with a postsecondary credential. It allows the maximum Pell Grant to increase to $5,830 for the 2015-2016 academic year and takes steps to shore up the program's funding gap in future years. It restores federal student aid for students without a high school diploma in career pathway programs who are able to demonstrate their ability to benefit from postsecondary education. These career pathway programs, which include bridge programs and co-enrollment approaches, help low-income, low-skilled adults and out-of-school youth improve their basic skills while simultaneously working toward a postsecondary credential in a high-demand industry or sector. The budget also simplifies income-based repayment options to one single plan and extends it to all student borrowers. Two new programs included in the budget are the College Opportunity and Graduation Bonus, a mandatory funding proposal that would provide $7 billion to reward colleges that successfully enroll and graduate a significant number of low- and moderate-income students on time; and the State Higher Education Performance Fund, a $4 billion competitive grant program to encourage and support systemic efforts to improve college attainment and affordability, especially for low-income students. Finally, the budget requests a permanent extension of the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) and prevents the taxation of Pell Grants.
The budget includes several provisions to expand the availability of subsidized employment for unemployed and disadvantaged workers. These include a proposed $2.5 billion in mandatory funding for Summer Jobs Plus, which will fund summer and year-round job opportunities for 600,000 youth as well as innovation grants aimed at improving skills and career options for disadvantaged youth, and a plan to shift $602 million from the TANF contingency fund to support state-subsidized employment programs for low-income individuals. Subsidized employment was shown to be an effective and well-received strategy when funding was available under the TANF Emergency Fund. Because these proposals are in line items that are in the "mandatory" rather than "discretionary" category in the federal budget, they do not have to fit under the cap – but they would require additional legislation beyond the budget to be enacted.
Disadvantaged and Disconnected Youth
Of significant importance is the Administration's continued focus on equity and opportunity for disconnected and disadvantaged youth and students of color – advancing positive outcomes for young people, elevating effective practice, as well as addressing the federal government's role in improving its administration of the range of programs through which young people are served. The budget includes a new $300 million Race to the Top Equity and Opportunity competition centered on increasing the academic performance of high-need students and closing the achievement gap. This competition is based on recommendations from the Equity and Excellence Commission's report, "For Each and Every Child." Through the Performance Partnership Pilots Initiative, the budget request builds on the newly established initiative authorized in the 2014 appropriations act - designed to enhance administrative flexibility to improve outcomes and accountability for disconnected youth. The budget also acknowledges the President's recent launch of the My Brother's Keeper Initiative that will charge an interagency task force to evaluate public and private efforts that are working for young men of color, gauge how to expand effective interventions, and address how Federal policies and programs can better support the overall development of young men of color.
President Obama continues to signal his Administration's interest in and support for "pay-for-success" models under which private investors provide up-front funding for preventive services and are paid by government agencies only if and when the programs achieve desired outcomes. The budget re-proposes a $300 million pay-for-success fund at the Treasury department to support state and local initiatives, as well as approval to support such efforts with existing funding in areas including job training, education, criminal justice, and housing.
While ambitious, this vision is not an unconstrained wish list. Rather, it is a realistic roadmap to the investments necessary to improve the lives of low-income families and individuals. The two proposals that make up the full budget package represent complementary strategies: first steps under current budget constraints (the base budget) and next steps that can be funded without raising the deficit. In all cases, the President outlines detailed plans to pay for the increases, using strategies that include making cuts to other programs, closing loopholes that allow high-income individuals to avoid paying taxes and raising new revenue. But even with these positive strategies, many programs remain flat funded, not growing to reflect either inflation or population growth.
What are the next steps? Congress will be working on its 2015 spending bills, constrained by the same agreed-on cap as in the President's base budget. The President's proposals for mandatory spending and tax changes in the base budget (for example, the EITC expansion) and the additional proposals in the Opportunity, Security and Growth Initiative may or may not be considered by Congress this year. But even if they are not considered, they offer ideas that national and state legislators, opinion leaders, policy experts, and advocates will want to consider and highlight during deliberations about poverty reduction and economic opportunity over the coming months and years. Taken together, the two components of his budget improve existing programs, and reflect a serious effort to take the holistic approach necessary to truly impact poverty.


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The Mets released second baseman Luis Castillo yesterday despite still owing him $6 million, cutting ties with a three-time All-Star linked to one of the most painful plays in team history.
Mets fans never forgave him for dropping a potential game-ending popup by Alex Rodriguez in 2009, a misplay that let the Yankees score two runs to win in the bottom of the ninth inning. Castillo was booed — a rarity in spring training — this week after he was slow to cover first base during an exhibition game.
Castillo, 35, had lost a lot of range in recent years. The switch-hitter was among five candidates for the second base job.
Castillo was preparing for the final season of a four-year, $24 million contract. He batted .235 with no homers, only 6 extra-base hits, and 17 RBIs in 247 at-bats last season while losing his starting spot.
Yankees take a hit Yankees starter A.J. Burnett was struck just below his right hip by a line drive in the first inning, but he remained in the game and gave up four runs — two earned — and five hits in four innings of a 6-5 loss to the Blue Jays in Dunedin, Fla.
Yankees left fielder Brett Gardner left in the third inning after being thrown out at the plate. Gardner fouled a ball off his right shin in Thursday night's game, and was not running at full speed. "I'm not worried about it,'' he said. "Just a little swollen.''
Toronto starter Brandon Morrow worked five shutout innings, giving up three hits.
Shields retires Scot Shields retired after a 10-year career with the Angels spent mostly as the primary setup man during the team's period of dominance in the AL West. Shields, 35, was a free agent after two injury-plagued seasons . . . Dodgers third baseman Casey Blake might start the season on the disabled list after hurting his back Saturday while trying to beat out a bunt . . . Phillies second baseman Chase Utley (right knee) returned to camp after visiting a specialist. Assistant general manager Scott Proefrock did not offer an update on how Utley is progressing with his rehab. The All-Star has not played in any games this spring . . . Indians outfielder Grady Sizemore passed another test in his recovery from knee surgery by sliding. He is scheduled to play tomorrow as the DH.


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Too early to write off Schaub, Texans
Adam Rank | Tags: Andre Johnson, Arian Foster, Houston Texans, Matt Schaub, Overreaction Theater
Texans QB Matt Schaub, you have avoided the list. At least for now.
Many a fantasy enthusiast — myself included — were ready to write off all of the Texans stars after a sluggish first half. A trip to Overreaction Theater if you will. But thankfully these are the Jaguars we are talking about and it did not take long for the Texans to come roaring back.
The Jaguars secondary especially should be thanked for failing to cover WR Andre Johnson in the end zone. Seriously, who would think to cover Dre? He is only arguably the best receiver in the league. If not the top three.
And if Schaub continues to produce good numbers, this might be the week to look to dump him while his value has a bit of an uptick.
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How will CPAs celebrate the end of busy season 2009? Join the survey; get the answers.
March 19, 2009
How you celebrate can depend on what you're celebrating, particularly if you're celebrating the end of busy season 2009.
There will, no doubt, be parties and much rejoicing. Maybe even some dancing, and, dare we say, drinking? So it's time to start chilling the champagne and booking the rooms. The end of busy season is within sight.
The celebrations, like accountants and accounting firms, come in all favors and styles.
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Take, for instance, Mark Borel's small practice in Reno, Nev. One year recently, his post-season celebration plans included a staff lunch, after which all the ladies were sent to a spa for all-afternoon treatments. And then the shop was closed for a three-day weekend.
Ramsey Sessions, who runs a firm in Trussville, Ala., once booked a trip to New Orleans to take part in a rifle competition.
Even more jubilant was a managing partner at another small firm coming off an improved season, who treated all staff members to massages, a pub crawl and country club dinner before taking off on a trip to Las Vegas.
But even when busy seasons are tougher than the year, CPAs find a way to mark the occasion. At Lister & Jeter in Greer, S.C., managing partner Bryan Jeter limited his celebration to cold beer and sleep.
After a down year, a firm in Farmington Hills, Mich., had to settle for a staff lunch, a get-together at a bar and bowling.
Patrick O'Rourke, head of a small firm in Washington, D.C., celebrated the end of one tax season by taking the kids to a baseball game and biking in Shenandoah, Va.
Tom Arnold, at Quincy, Ill.-based Arnold, Behrens, Deters & Gray, has been known to be content with a celebration of just "fishing and gardening."
A nonprofit organization executive who moonlights as tax preparer was looking forward to just "sleep and exercise."
One managing partner of a small firm was planning to "consume a large amount of alcohol, go to the beach and consume more alcohol." Just don't forget the suntan lotion.
Michael Bergeron lives in Houma, La. — Mardi Gras country — which he uses to explain his taste for "a couple of martinis, golf and a crawfish boil."
A managing partner in San Francisco shook off a down tax-season one year with "a day at the ballpark watching the Giants lose." I'm not sure which was the bigger disappointment.
Harvey VanDyck, owner of Century Accounting & Tax Solutions in Simi Valley, Calif., once was planning to "have a Black Russian" and catch a Dodgers game.
Which reminds me: The Yankees home opener is April 16. Coincidence?
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Timaru Herald, 17 March 1875, Page 3
Eli TIMS — Came out to Canterbury in January last from England. Elizabeth GUNN would like him to communicate to the Otaio Hotel, near Timaru.
Otago Witness, 11 January 1879, Page 24 Advertisements Column 1
MISSING FRIENDS- D. C. (late of Milton, Victoria), please write to W. S. H., the Levels Station, Timaru.
Evening Post, 3 January 1887, Page 2
The following paragraphs are from the Long Lost Relatives' column of Lloyd's Weekly: — Francis Nicholls, engine-fitter, left Liverpool fourteen years ago for Australia, and was last heard of in Timaru, in 1881, at Wellington. His mother seeks tidings of him.
Missing Friends Timaru Herald April 7 1887
If Alfred H. Hammond, late of Park Corner, Knockholt, Sevenoaks, Kent, England, will apply to T.F. Farley, Bookseller, Timaru, he will hear of something to his advantage.
Timaru Herald Thursday 8 December 1887
The following notices are from Lloyd's Weekly newspaper:-
Mr G. Briant and Mrs Wilkins are enquired by their anxious mother. When last heard of in August 1878, Mr Bryant's address was Pain's Town, Waimate, Canterbury, New Zealand; and the address of Mrs Nicholls, Pareora, near Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand
Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper (London, England), Sunday, March 24, 1889
Alice KING (nee RYAN) was at Temuka post office in 1884, when her mother and brother last heard.
Tuapeka Times, 18 March 1891, Page 6
The following we from 'Lloyd's Weekly' of January 18 : Eliza Rump, in 1880, lived at Temuka. Her mother asks.
Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper (London, England), Sunday, August 9, 1891
Eliza Rump (Jan 18.) who in 1880 was at Temuka. Her mother has been replied to by her son-in-law, who gives the family's address.
Tuapeka Times, 8 July 1891, Page 6
The following inquiries for missing friends are made in 'Lloyd's Weekly ':- James Oliver, believed to be a sheep-shearer, was heard of six years ago at Timaru ; mother very ill and anxious.
The Timaru Herald Thursday 20th August 1891
Enquiry is made in Lloyd's Weekly for the following;-
John Thomas Webber went from Plymouth to New Zealand in 1875, and was last heard of at Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand, in 1879; sister Mary Jane.
Bush Advocate, 10 October 1891, Page 3
George Ashey went to New Zealand twelve years ago, and three years since wrote, from Christchurch P. 0., Timaru, Canterbury, New Zealand; brother James.
Tuapeka Times, 18 May 1892, Page 5
The following announcements relating to missing friends are from 'Lloyd's Weekly' London newspaper :— Walter Hill, of the Freemasons' Arms, Downshire Hill, Hampstead, in 1879 was at Timaru, and was "going up country." Brother John asks him to write. Parents dead.
Tuapeka Times, 10 August 1892, Page 5
The following missing friends Are Inquired for in 'Lloyd's Weekly London Newspaper ': Thomas Chambers shoemaker) and his wife Sophie were last heard of in 1884 from Timaru; he was then working for Messrs Wade and Shea, bootmakers.
Tuapeka Times, 24 May 1893, Page 3
The following inquiries are taken from 'Lloyd's "Weekly ' newspaper of March 26.
John E. W. White, late of Bridge House, Deptford, sailed in the s.s. Rimutaka for Timaru on January 13, 1888. His parents wish to know his whereabouts.
Tuapeka Times, 14 June 1893, Page 4
The following inquires were taken from 'Lloyd's Weekly ' newspaper's of April 16 and 23 : — Sam Blyth was last heard of June, 1883, when sheep shearing at Timaru. Brother Thomas seeks him.
New Zealand Herald, 12 July 1893, Page 3 Missing Friends
John Thatcher, when last heard of in duly, 1818 was at Orari Flat, Woodbury, Canterbury, New Zealand, is inquired for by his brother.
Tuapeka Times, 1 November 1893, Page 4
The following persons who left the United Kingdom for New Zealand are inquired for in 'Lloyd's Weekly' London newspapers of August 27, September 3, and September 10. Thomas Stephens left Brugan, Cornwall, about nineteen years ago, and sailed in the s.s. Colombo for Timaru ; last heard from seventeen years since ; letters to be addressed to the Timaru Post Office. Sister Grace.
Tuapeka Times, 21 March 1894, Page 5
The following persons who left the United Kingdom for New Zealand are inquired for in the January number of 'Lloyd's Weekly London Newspaper,' 1894, the editor of which has the addresses of the inquirers. William Shand last wrote home from Timaru in 1887. Sister Wilhelmina inquires.
Marlborough Express, 18 July 1895, Page 2
Information respecting the address and circumstances of the under-mentioned persons is wanted by the Secretary of the General Post Office. Kilpatrick, James, and Simpson, John. Lived in Temuka fifteen years ago. Inquired for by Catherine McGahey, Ireland.
Tuapeka Times, 11 September 1895, Page 6
Mrs William Quinton, last heard of from Adelaide road, Newtown, Wellington, is sought by her mother. Alfred Brown, copper setter, left London about twenty-one years ago ; last heard of in 1879 from M.I. Company, Washdyke, Timaru. Brother William inquires. George Herbert, last heard of twelve years ago from New Zealand, is sought by his niece Mary Ann.
Tuapeka Times, 16 October 1895, Page 5
The following persons are inquired for in Lloyd's Weekly ' of August 18 and August 25 : — George Wilson ("Joseph Mount"; was last heard of in 1884, when he was living in Makikihi, South Canterbury. Nephew (Albert Carter) seeks him.
Tuapeka Times, 8 July 1891, Page 6
James Oliver, believed to be a sheep-shearer, was heard of six years ago at Timaru ; mother very ill and anxious.
Joseph Mount (George Wilson) left Herne Bay in 1875 and last heard of on February 19 1880, at Makikihi (South Canterbury) ; sister Phyllis inquires.
MISSING FRIENDS . Manchester Times (Manchester, England), Friday,
February 17, 1893; Issue 1855.
Benson - The address is desired of James or George Benson, who left Drigg, Cumberland, about 1884 for New Zealand, and whose last known address was Sutherland Post Office, near Timaru. The inquirer is his brother, Thomas Benson, 25 Gray-street, Oponshaw, Manchester.
Tuapeka Times, 24 June 1896, Page 5
Lloyd's of April 19 has these notifications concerning missing friends :— Edward Wilson left Costock, Notts, in 1862 ; last heard of at Timaru ; sister Annie inquires.
Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper (London, England), Sunday, April 3, 1898
Writing from Timaru, Sydney TOMLIN, answers our inquiry (Nov. 28) from his sister Georgina, a Bloomsbury resident. he says:- "I feel positive it is me. I left London for Lyttelton about 23 years ago. I wrote home, but had no answers to my letters. I am longing for news."
Star - Christchurch - 1903 - May 2 page 6
Missing People - LUKE - George Henry, last heard of in Timaru. Henry Luke, c/o Post Office, Dunedin inquires.
Star 12 December 1903, Page 6
Any information forwarded to the Manager of the " Lyttelton Times" in respect to missing friends will be duly posted to the advertiser. Correspondents are requested to quote the date of the paper in which their names appear. If replies are required, the necessary postage must be forwarded. BEERE (ROBERT and EMILY) were last heard of in Timaru, N.Z., in 1895. Sister Hannah asks.
Otautau Standard and Wallace County Chronicle, 23 October 1906, Page 3
MISSING FRIENDS. Answers to Inquiries. — Forty years ago Arthur Eaton left Liverpool for New Zealand, and last wrote from Christchurch about 1868. This was the inquiry we inserted for his brother John in Chesshire (April 29). A response comes from Arthur Eaton, in Timaru, New Zealand, who claims to be the person sought, and will be pleased to communicate with brother John.
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Nationality: New Zealand, English
Ship arrival date: 11 Sep 1924
Departure port: Liverpool
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Ship name: Franonia (1923)
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Nationality: New Zealand, Scotch
Ship arrival date: 8 Sep 1924
Departure port: Liverpool
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Nationality: New Zealand, English
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Residence Timaru
Nationality: New Zealand, scotch English
Ship arrival date: 29 Oct. 1922
Departure port: Southampton
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Press, 6 January 1910, Page 7
Mr William Fishwick, L.A.B., of Auckland; has been appointed organist and choirmaster at the Timaru Trinity Presbyterian Church, and will take take up duties next month.


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The Munger siblings vs. California Gov. Jerry Brown: Here is this week's case study in our continuing look at how billionaires (and millionaires) are throwing around their money to drive education reform.
Last week I wrote about a bunch of billionaires (Bill Gates, for one) using their fabulous wealth in support of an initiative in Washington state that would allow charter schools to open there for the first time. Voters in the state have turned down the idea three times, but some people can't take no for an answer.
Now in California, the daughter and son of billionaire Charles Munger (who is the business partner of the fabulously wealthy Warren Buffet) are spending millions of dollars to defeat Brown's public education funding proposition on the Nov. 6 ballot.
Molly Munger, a civil rights attorney, has spent more than $30 million to push her very own Proposition 38, which would raise $10 billion a year for public schools by raising income tax.
There's no question that California public education has sustained damaging budget cuts and needs more resources. But Brown, the elected governor, has his own ballot initiative, Proposition 30, which calls for a $6 billion a year tax hike to fund a number of things in California, including local law enforcement and education. He has said that if it doesn't pass, nearly $5.5 billion will have to be cut for public education in next year's budget. Munger, however, has been quoted as saying she doesn't believe the cuts will be made.
The dueling propositions don't raise money in the same way; Munger's would raise income tax on California's on a rising scale, starting at earnings above $7,316. Brown's proposition includes a sales tax of one-quarter of a cent for four years and would boost income taxes on earnings over $250,000 for individuals for seven years.
Munger's brother, Charles Munger Jr., has given more than $20 million to defeat Brown's initiative and pass another one that would prevent unions and corporations from using funds deducted from payrolls for political purposes.
How twisted has the politics of this saga become? The L.A. Times reported in this story that the man who helped Munger develop her initiative, John Mockler, described as " the architect of California's school funding law," has now sided with Brown. He says Munger's proposal won't work the way she says it will.
What people who care about public education worry that the fight will sink both education funding initiatives.
The San Jose Mercury News ran an editorial that said: "No wonder Molly Munger is so empathetic with school kids. She's acting like one."
Dan Morain, senior editor of the Sacramento Bee, wrote in this piece, "As weird as California politics are, there's never been a drama quite like the one playing out now. It would be amusing, except that the stakes are so high."


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Opinions please
As if I could stop you...just kidding.
Sage FLi or St. Croix Avid.
Both in 3wt, 7ft. long. Same price.
I love my 4wt Avid....but I'd like to hear from the experienced masses...
Re: Opinions please
When I bought my 4 wt (given to my wife) and 8 wt Sage Launch rods, I also cast the Fli. For my casting style I preferred the Launch. The Fli is a faster rod than the Launch or Avid. I gave my son a 4 wt and 6 wt Avid. Again, for my casting stroke the Avid works better. I like the grip on the Avid better than either of the Sage rods, too. Lastly, the Fli felt heavier in the hand than either of the other rods.
Re: Opinions please
I would expect the Avid to be a bit softer, which should do a bit better in close casting situations where that rod would be ideal. And I'll testify that I'm suprised by how light my 8' 5wt Avid is every time I pull it out.
But if I was looking for that kind of rod, I'd go up to 7'6", or to fiberglass.
Re: Opinions please
My only experience with FLi's has been 5wt and up. Stiff as a plank. I owned
an Avid 5wt, and have wiggled all the others. The 3wt Avid is a very responsive rod, and I'm debating whether or not to buy one at 30% off
locally. That Avid is a 7'9", however. Nice rod!
Re: Opinions please
Thanx for the input.
My reasoning is this on the 7ft. length. I already have a St. Croix LU in 2wt, 7ft 6in. I purchased this rod just for panfish. I could use it in small spring creeks, but I wanted something a bit shorter as distance is not necessary.
As a side note, I was out in the backyard the last few nights practicing. Last night, I put out a couple of the kid's hoola hoops at approx 45 and 50 ft (didn't measure it off, just tossed them in a few places in the yard). I was working on accuracy at that distance. I didn't do bad. I did, however, find out a few things:
I can, most definately, cast the 9' 5wt Quarrow Big Horn way better than my St. Croix old model Imperial of the same length/wt. It is night and day. After working on my casting mechanics (not that they are really any good, but I work with what I know), I could get the "fly" in the farthest hoop from pickup through shooting. I was pretty happy. I could do it with the Imperial, but it seemed more work. The Quarrow is definately a bit slower and I could load it better.
The 8ft 4wt Avid took a few casts to adjust to the fact that I didn't have the extra 12", but I could get it there, also. The WF4F did well, but it really shined with the WF5F. I had to lengthen my stroke to keep all that line moving how I want it.
I definately like the Avid as it, too, is a bit slower. Perhaps I'm a bit heavy handed, but I feel that I can cast the 4 or 5wts better than my 2.
Re: Opinions please
How about a Cortland Brook in the same size and wt?
Re: Opinions please
Hey, I didn't know that you had became part of the Quarrow Big Horn cult! You know that I have two of them and my 9' 7wt. is a regular launch pad for even weighted 1/0 salmon flies plus split shot. I would go with the St Croix.
Re: Opinions please
I can, most definately, cast the 9' 5wt Quarrow Big Horn way better than my St. Croix old model Imperial of the same length/wt. It is night and day:rolleyes:
Hey, I didn't know that you had became part of the Quarrow Big Horn cult! You know that I have two of them and my 9' 7wt. is a regular launch pad for even weighted 1/0 salmon flies plus split shot:rolleyes:
Hi guys!you're going to convince me to buy one:icon_lol:
Re: Opinions please
Yep, I think I got it last fall. Did some initail lawn casting and I liked it. I have somewhat limited ability, so I can't say I was "amazed", but I could feel the difference. Bought it on your advisement. I think Cliff got one too.
Do not hesitate. Since I really don't have the cash to throw around for expensive gear, I took a chance on Ard's recommendation and got one. I love this rod and is my "go to" for intermediate trout streams where I mostly fish. It'll be with me when I go again in a few weeks.
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Beyonce made a gracious move at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night, giving up the stage for Taylor Swift.
Beyonce won Video of the Year for "Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It)" but invited Taylor back to the stage to finish her acceptance speech after the country singer won Best Female Video over Beyonce – but was interrupted by Kanye West, who took the mic from her to praise Beyonce's video earlier in the evening.
"[I remember] I was up for my first MTV award with Destiny's Child and it was one of the most exciting moments of my life," Beyonce said. "So I'd like for Taylor to come out and have her moment."
Taylor then took the stage in a red dress that matched Beyonce's, thanking the fans "on Twitter and MySpace and everyone who came out to my shows this summer," as well as those who had worked on her video for "You Belong With Me."
Kanye — who was asked to leave the awards show by MTV after his outburst — issued an apology on his blog later Sunday night.
"I'm sooooo sorry to Taylor Swift and her fans and her mom," he wrote on his blog. "I'm in the wrong for going on stage and taking away from her moment!"
However, he stood by his thoughts on Beyonce.
"Beyonce's video was the best of this decade!!!!… Everybody wanna boooo me but I'm a fan of real pop culture!!! …I'm still happy for Taylor!!!!" he Tweeted. "I'm not crazy yall, I'm just real. Sorry for that!!! I feel really bad for Taylor and I'm sincerely sorry!!!"


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Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, indie pop/rock collective the Temper Trap first started making waves in the United States on the strength of their debut album, 2009's Conditions. The band's first single "Sweet Disposition" peaked in the Top 40 in multiple countries, and was featured on the soundtrack to the 2009 film (500) Days Of Summer. In an exclusive interview with GRAMMY.com, the Temper Trap discussed their new forthcoming self-titled release, their most recent single, "Need Your Love," and advice for aspiring artists, among other topics.
"You can expect something a little different than the last album," says vocalist/guitarist Dougy Mandagi.
"[The Temper Trap] kind of showcases [Dougy's] vocals a little bit more … and there's more synths," adds guitarist Lorenzo Sillitto.
Also featuring bassist Jonny Aherne, drummer Toby Dundas and keyboardist/guitarist Joseph Greer, the Temper Trap will release their self-titled sophomore album in the United States on June 5. The album's first single, "Need Your Love," was originally titled "Rock," and was the final song the band wrote before recording the album.
"We were in the studio during pre-production and Jonny came up with the synth line hook, and it just kind of spawned from there," says Sillitto. "It came pretty quickly, actually."
What would members of the Temper Trap be doing had they not experienced success early in their careers?
"My mom wanted me to be an accountant at first, but now I send money home to her and I think she's proud of me," Mandagi says with a laugh. "It wasn't until we became successful that my dad actually decided that it was a good career move," jokes Sillitto. "But they're always supportive."
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Clarence "Chief" E. Weibling, 95, of Sheffield Village, died Saturday June 16, 2007 at Silver Leaf Senior Citizen Home in Avon under the care of VNA Hospice. Clarence was born July 26, 1911 in Lorain and resided in Elyria and Sheffield Village most of his life. He proudly served his country during WWII in the U.S. Army, 1942 through 1945, in Company "C". 326th Glider Infantry of the 82nd Division. He was a PFC Squad Leader, first gunner mortar and received the Purple Heart Medal due to combat injury while in France. He worked at General Industries as a metal finisher and was in business with Frank Mollard at Rey-Mol-Ing Grinding Company. He enjoyed horseback riding, dogs, hunting and reading. His favorite books were about Cowboys and Indians.
Survivors include sisters, Kathryn Shroyer of Cleveland, Gladys Doman of Elyria, and Bernadine Bogdan of Elyria; brother, Frederick Weibling of Elyria; and several nieces and nephews.
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