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During testing with a resistive only load bank, a system that is sensitive to transient voltage dips would not necessarily provide an indication of a power supply or system condition that would lead to a potential problem during operation.
The key reason for load testing is that many generator sets seldom run under full load conditions after the manufacturer's factory testing. Though tested in compliance with the regulatory requirements that permit use of actual loads, over time, this practice can lead to conditions that affect performance and reliability. Modern diesel generator sets designed to meet the stringent EPA Tier Level emission standards are designed to be operated at loads higher than 50% for optimum life and performance.
In examining the key differences between resistive and resistive/ reactive load testing, and why the latter is necessary, it is important to focus on addressing a facility's emergency power generation system as a whole by testing the entire system to identify system-wide weaknesses at the time of commissioning and at periodic test intervals to be in compliance with regulatory agencies.
The recommended procedure to follow for the load bank test would be to:
All diesel powered generators when exercised should be loaded to at least 60 - 70% of their standby nameplate rating at least once a month in order to be a reliable sources of power. Exercising generators at less than 50% will ultimately result in "wet stacking" or "slobbering". In order for a diesel engine to operate at peak efficiency it must be able to provide fuel and air in the proper ratio and at a high enough engine temperature for the engine to completely burn all of the fuel.
A reactive load bank test of a facility's power generation system can actually simulate the system's response to a changing load pattern:
Facilities managers and business owners are occasionally hesitant to conduct a test of their facility's emergency power generation systems (as opposed to just testing their system's engine) because this sort of comprehensive testing is substantially more involved (and expensive) than a simple test of the engine. Power systems must be interrupted. A service provider must complete arduous and complex attachments to various points in the facility's power system to test it, both as a collection of several discrete units and as a whole.
For years, responsible facilities managers have been aware that they need backup electric power generation equipment at their businesses as "insurance" against threats such as lost time and equipment damage due to utility power interruptions.
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Simon's Guide to Land-based and Online Casinos in Australia
This is a guide to brick and mortar as well as online casinos in Australia. Find out what the best casinos and online casino sites are in Australia, or learn more about the legal status of casino gambling in the country. This article supplements the general guide to the legal status of gambling in Australia.
Online casinos in Australia
The regulation of casino gambling in Australia is the jurisdiction of individual states. Online casino gambling, on the other hand, is regulated on a federal level, which applies to all states. The legal status of online casinos in Australia is quite complex. The law regulating online casino gambling is the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001.*
In accordance with this law, interactive gambling means, among others, gambling services provided to costumers using an internet carriage service. The Interactive Gamlbing Act also states that gambling includes not only games of pure chance, but games of mixed chance and skill as well (e.g. poker).
The Interactive Gambling Act prohibits offering any real-money online gambling services to residents of Australia. (Free games are still allowed.) Advertising real-money gambling is prohibited as well. This applies, most of all, to online casinos in Australia. It is also technically illegal for online casinos in other countries to offer their services to Australian players, but the government has taken no measures against this form of online casino gambling.
With all the prohibitions, it might be surprising that it is perfectly legal for Australian gamblers to play on international online casino sites. They are, of course, advised not to, but face no adverse consequences should they choose to gamble in offshore online casinos. Online casino gambling sites are not blocked by ISPs, and many online casinos welcome Australian players.
*Source: Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (ComLaw)
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Other forms of online gambling in Australia
Online gambling is legal in Australia in the sense that locals are free to play on any online gambling site available to them; it is only online gambling operators who are restricted from allowing Australians to play on their sites. This leaves plenty of offshore online casinos to choose from. However, that is not the only option for Australian gamblers looking to play online.
While it is illegal to offer online casino gambling services to Australian residents, online sports betting has a different legal status. Sports betting operators may legally offer their services within the country, as long as they comply with gambling regulations and acquire the necessary permits.
The reason for the lack of prohibition on online sports betting lies in the wording of the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001. Often considered to be Australia's online gambling regulation, it does not ban all forms of online gambling, but rather interactive gambling. Sports betting is not considered interactive if bets are made prior to the sports event, which means only "live", in-play betting is prohibited. Still, it is not illegal for Australian gamblers to wager on sport events through international online sports betting sites, should they wish for more variety.
The legal status of online lottery games is by and large the same as that of online sports betting. Australian lotteries – of which there are quite a few – may legally sell lottery tickets online. However, it is illegal to offer "instant win" games such as scratchcards online, as that is considered interactive gambling.
Problem gambling
Gambling has been one of the most popular pastimes in Australia since the 1700s. An estimated 80% of all Australian adults partake in some form of gambling. The government has been trying to restrict Australians' access to gambling for many years, albeit with little success. The reasoning behind the stricter gambling regulation of the recent years (namely the 2001 Interactive Gambling Act) is to hamper problem gambling in the country.
According to government estimates, problem gambling affects about 500 000 Australians, as well as their families.* The most important form of gambling in Australia is, in this regard, video poker – or as it is locally called, pokies. One in six people regularly playing with video poker machines is considered to be seriously addicted to the game. With Australia's high gambling rate, this is an especially urgent matter.
Still, there are doubts whether the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001 reached its goal. At the moment, there are over 2000 online casino sites freely available to Australian players. Offering online gambling services to players from Australia is technically against the country's gambling regulations, but the government lacks the means to ban these sites. As a result, it seems that the Australian government has given up revenues from taxing online casinos, while not helping problem gamblers by much.
Land-based casinos in Australia
It is also hard to get players to quit gambling when only the online version is – more or less – banned. There is a federal casino regulation, the Casino Control Act of 2006, which applies to the whole country. This law states that it is legal to operate casinos, as long as they comply with the appropriate regulation. Traditional, land-based casino gambling is, unlike online casinos, regulated on the level of individual states. All territories have their own regulating bodies supervising gambling and issuing licences within their area.
In accordance with the federal law, casino gambling is legal in all Australian states. There is at least one larger casino to be found in all territories, along with several smaller gambling establishments. The most popular form of gambling is video poker, which makes up about half of the gambling opportunities in Australia, but many table games are available as well.
The largest casino in Sidney, the capital is the Star casino, offering many table games such as Mini Baccarat, Blackjack, Caribbean Stud, Craps, Pai Gow, Poker, Pontoon, Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Sic Bo and Three card poker. The wide variety of games reflects the Australians' love for gambling.
*Source: Problem Gambling (Australian Government)
The future of casinos in Australia
It is apparent that, though gambling in Australia is thoroughly regulated, gambling laws did not have the desired effect on problem gambling and the Australian casino industry. There have been many calls for a reform of gambling regulation.
There have been news of a strange turn of events regarding the legal status of ganbling, specifically pokies, in Australia. The firm Maurice Blackburn is said to be looking into taking legal action against video poker machines in the whole country. Their claim is that these machines were designed to be deceitful and addictive, which makes them inherently illegal. *
While pokies definitely constitute a risk to the Australian society through their addictive nature, some consider these legal claims to be utter nonsense. "That's like saying that a car is designed to run out of petrol, or a car is designed to exceed the speed limit – it's just not true." – stated chief executive of Gamin Technologies Australia, Ross Ferrar.
We have yet to see the results of targeting video poker machines in this way. Should Australia succeed in diminishing problem gambling and its adverse consequences, the country may adopt a more liberal view regarding online gambling.
There have been initiatives to override the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001, already considered to be outdated. A five year trial period of permitting online poker in Australia was proposed but promptly denied as well. As Senator Conroy stated, a nationwide standard for consumer protection is necessary prior to the legalisation of online casino gambling in Australia.**
*Source: Legal Action Targets Poker Machines in Australia (Calvin Ayre)
**Source: Conroy push for gambling harm plan (The Sidney Morning Herald)
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|POV Holder:
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|Sept 8 (Saturday)
|POV Used
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|Sept 10 (Monday)
|HOH Winner:
|Next HOH:
|Sept 6 (Thursday)
|Original Nominations:
|Current Nominations:
|Last Evicted Houseguest
|Frank And Joe
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1:35am After Ian gets his HOH room. When they are alone Dan tells Ian that he thinks the nominations should be Jenn and Shane. Ian says that he agrees, and says that's what he was going to do. Dan tells Ian how to explain choices for nominations. Dan comes down from the HOH room and heads into the bathroom where Danielle and Jenn are getting ready for bed. Dan asks Danielle if she is done for the night with diary room sessions. Danielle tells him yes, and says that she even did her goodbye messages. Big Brother cuts the feeds. Danielle is washing her face. Jenn starts joking with her about her huge zit. Ian comes down from the HOH to get more of his things to take backup to the HOH room. Ian says that he wants them to open up the yard so that he can use a swing. He says that he has been pacing up in the HOH room for a while now. Dan, Jenn and Danielle start talking about the HOH competition. They compare their answers for the how many minutes Jodi was in the house for before she was evicted.
2:20am Dan and Ian are out in the backyard. Ian is swinging on the hammock and Dan is lying on a lounger. Dan tells Ian that he will like Chelsea. Ian tells Dan that he is lucky to have a girl writing him great letters like that. Dan tells Ian that when he gets out he will be surprised how many girls will have contacted him. Ian asks really? Ian asks like girls I know? or girls in like Canada? Dan tells Ian that he will be surprised. Ian tells Dan that he thinks Janelle is going to win the $25,000 America's Favourite prize and that he thinks Britney could be the second highest vote getter. Ian says that he felt bad for Joe. Dan says that he went out in a classy way and Frank didn't. They talk about how Frank hugged one person and took off and Joe hugged everyone and was gracious when he left. Dan calls Frank a douche bag for the way he left the house. Ian agrees and says it was bad sportsmanship. Dan says that in a lot of sports players take on the attitude of their coaches. He says that he saw Frank take on the same attributes that Boogie had when he left. Ian tells Dan that he wishes he would have been aligned with Dan since the beginning instead of Boogie. Dan talks about how Boogie treated Ian. Dan compliments Ian and says that he got out two big fish out with his HOH's, Boogie and Frank. Ian tells Dan that he really does like Boogie. Dan tells Ian not to worry Boogie will like him after the game is over. They start talking about the POV.
2:40am Jenn joins them. Ian asks Jenn if he can ask her a question. Jenn tells him that he can ask her anything. Ian asks Jenn if she would have won the shark fin POV would she have used it. Jenn says no, she probably wouldn't have used it unless someone would have tried to strike an honest deal with her. Jenn says that she probably would have entertained a plea from Ian over one from Joe.
Meanwhile Shane and Danielle are in the kicks bedroom talking. Shane tells Danielle that thinks he is going to be going up. Shane says that he has to win POV. Danielle says that she is worried that she is going up against Shane and then he will win POV and she will be left up on the block. Shane tells her if he wins POV and they are both on the block he will remove her. Shane says that he owes her one. Danielle tells Shane that Dan never told her she was going to be the pawn tonight, she didn't know until they were sitting on the couches. Danielle says that she couldn't believe Dan put her up. Shane says that he thought Dan would put Jenn up and was shocked when he said Danielle's name. Shane says that he feel bad for Jenn because she knows she is going up. Shane says that he thinks it will be the face morph POV. Shane says that he believes Ian can win that one and make sure Jenn goes home. Shane says that Ian can't compete in the next HOH so the 3 of them (Shane, Danielle, and Dan) could try and get rid of him before the final three. Danielle tells Shane that Dan was so protective of her tonight. She says that when she was on the block Dan grabbed Ian and threatened him. Danielle say that Dan told Ian he would cut his face off if he vote Danielle out. They talk about how they can't let Ian get to the final HOH questions competition. Danielle and Shane turn off the light and curl up together in bed.
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3:20am – 4am Dan and Ian head inside to the bathroom to get ready for bed. Dan heads into the kicks room he says that he wants Joe's bed but that he is worried it has Joe's semen on it. Danielle and Shane help Dan change the sheets. Dan asks them if they have talked to Ian about nominations yet? Danielle and Shane both say that they haven't. Shane says that Ian told him that he was going to have the house guests draw straws to figure out nomination. They all talk about how important the POV is this week. They talk about sending Jenn home so they make the final 4. Shane says that the nominations don't really matter unless Jenn wins POV and pulls herself off. They all decide to go to sleep. Jenn comes inside from the backyard and says that she would kick small children down the street for a piece of toast right now! Jenn then goes to the bathroom to get ready for bed and then heads to her bed.
5:30am All the house guests are still sleeping..
9am Still sleeping..
9:30am Big Brother switches the live feeds to the control room to wake up the house guests.
9:55am Jenn is the only house guest awake, all the others are still fast asleep. Jenn is out in the backyard. Big Brother asks her to lower the awnings. Jenn says no problem gangster boo. Big Brother says thank you! Jenn says what a great start to the day! Big Brother says you're welcome..
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WILL DYER (@w2Dyer) previews Aston Villa's last trip to White Hart Lane. How will this now mid-table Championship club fare against a young Spurs side full of confidence?
Spurs v Aston Villa| Sunday 16:00 | BBC One
There's not normally anything special about Spurs hosting Aston Villa. It's just a fixture we all expect to see in the calendar somewhere but this season it's taken the FA Cup for these two famous old clubs to come together.
Villa's relegation to the second tier in May was surrounded with sadness. We had lost another stalwart of English football to the Premier League trapdoor and many people feared that Villa wouldn't recover quickly, that they had the potential to go A.W.O.L in the manner that Leeds have since the Millennium.
Those fears could still be realised.
Villa Uninspiring
The Claret and Blue sit mid-table in the Championship at present but in late October they'd won just one of 12 games and looked in big trouble. It's taken them time to adjust and, whilst things are looking rosier right now, they are still heavily reliant on their home form.
Villa are the only team in the division not to have lost at home yet with a W6-D6-L0 record but on their travels they are shoddy, scoring just seven times in 13 away games and winning just twice. If they bring that kind of form to White Hart Lane they will be punished.
Spurs Looking Sharp
Tottenham are cruising right now. In midweek they ended Chelsea's 13 game winning run to make it seven wins out of eight in all competitions and the manner of those victories has been particularly impressive.
Mauricio Pochettino is being worshipped from people across the footballing sphere and rightly so. His faith in youth product has been rewarded time and time again. That ties nicely in with the FA Cup where he's sure to give the likes of Josh Onomah and Harry Winks more game time.
Kieran Trippier, Kevin Wimmer, Ben Davies and Moussa Sissoko should also feature but those are players with plenty of top flight experience so the transition will be seamless. Another problem Villa face is Toby Alderweireld who is likely to play again to continue his comeback from injury.
Son Heung-Min and Vincent Janssen are expected to play up front and those two complemented each other nicely earlier in the season when Harry Kane was unavailable.
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The Villans look unlikely to trouble Spurs defence in my opinion. Rudy Gestede has just left for Middlesbrough and Ross McCormack is not on his game this season.
Outside of those two, Jordan Ayew has never looked like settling in English football and although Jonathan Kodija has nine goals this campaign the chances of him breaching the best defence in the country seem slim.
Tottenham could do with a run in this competition. They are out of the Champions League and EFL Cup and although a crack at the title isn't impossible it still seems unlikely. Lifting this trophy would be brilliant for Spurs in their final season at White Hart Lane.
I'm going to opt for Tottenham to win this without too much effort. They are 11/10 with BetVictor to win 'to nil' and for a club that is buzzing right now and has a wonderful crop of youth players to field I think that's a strong bet.
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Chicago The Leather Archives & Museum opened a new exhibition on Thursday, May 25th in its main gallery. The new Oral History Lounge allows patrons to sit and listen to historic interviews from the collections of the LA&M. The first two histories playing in the lounge are from Thom Dombkowski and Janus Ranier. Thom Dombkowski was a Chicago leatherman who served as chief judge of the International Mr. Leather competition for many years. Janus Ranier has been publishing erotic publications and working as a dominatrix in the New York and New Jersey area for over 40 years. The exhibition will rotate on a periodic basis as new oral histories are introduced.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are a medium sized breed that are a very well known and popular choice, they originate from the UK and are related to the Bull Terrier. Originally due to their muscular appearance they were bred for dog fighting. They are bred in various colours including brindle, white, black and fawn. They are very active and can be very vocal, they're not a dog that will let you get bored!
From the SBT's history their character is seen as courageous, intelligent and determined. They are affectionate towards humans as they are a kind breed and make a good family dog. They are a little over excitable at times and like to over show their affection by licking, jumping up, nuzzling and pawing.
Furry Facts
- Breed Name:
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Type:
- Terriers
- Coat type:
- Smooth and short
- Weight:
- Male: 14-18 kg, Female: 12-16 kg
- Average Lifespan:
- 9-15 years
- Character:
- Playful, Very Active, Good with kids, Kind, Outgoing, Intelligent
- Favourite Pastimes:
- Long Walks, Playing, Mischief Making, Socializing
- Did you know?
- SBT's used to be nicknamed the "nanny dog" because they usually have such a good relationship with children.
- Easy to train?
- Very easy
Walkies of Fame
Steve Irwin owned a female Staffie called Sui, she made many appearances on his famous TV show The Crocodile Hunter, and was even filmed helping Steve out of some tricky situations with crocodiles when she thought he was in more danger than normal!
Common Conditions
- Distichiasis
This is a condition where the eyelashes emerge from the glands in the centre of the eyelid, where they do not normally produce hairs. These are extra eyelashes that rub on the eye and cause irritation. It is a genetic condition and most common in SBT's. How much of a problem the eye causes the dog will depend on the treatment as some dogs can live their whole lives without being affected by this. Others will require surgery to have them removed and prevent constant irritation. Signs that your dog may have this include pawing/rubbing at their eyes, weepy eyes, squinting and redness.
- Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous (or PHPV)
PHPV is a condition that causes hazy vision when the blood supply to the ocular lens is restricted causing fibrovascular tissue to form over the lens. This can be checked through an eye test in prospective breeding by a vet to try and minimise the condition being carried on. It is a congenital condition in SBT's and can be seen from 6 weeks old, and once a pup has it, the condition will remain throughout its life. Surgery can be done to correct the eye, but it is a costly and risky operation, and is not normally covered by insurance due to being hereditary.
- Hip Dysplasia
SBT's like other large breeds are prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, this can be minimised in breeding by hip and elbow scores being carried out by vets. This can be done for both of the potential breeding parents and will ensure the pups are less at risk if the scores are good. Hip dysplasia occurs when the femur does not connect properly into the hip socket and so the joint then becomes worn and painful. Lameness can be seen when the dog is walking on one or both rear legs, some will require no treatment but others may need medication, a change in diet/exercise routine or possibly surgery.
- Luxating Patellas
Knee problems are also common in SBT's; a luxating patella is the most common injury where the knee dislocates out of its normal position. It is painful for the dog and may lock the leg for several seconds until the patella can slip back into place. This is normally a hereditary condition rather than from trauma or accident and can be corrected through surgery. If the patella only partially luxates then they may not require surgery.
- L-2 hydroxyglutaric Aciduria
This is a disorder that affects a SBT's central nervous system, normally in dogs between 6-12 months old. The L2 in affected dogs builds up as it cannot be metabolised and then has many side effects. Symptoms include seizures, stiffness, tremors and behavioural problems. This can be detected by high levels of the L2 in the dogs urine, plasma of the blood and cerebrospinal fluid.
- Hereditary Cataract
This condition has been prevalent in SBT's since 1976 and can occur from puppy hood. The pups are born with normal appearing eyes but after a few weeks old the cataracts will begin to develop. It will keep deteriorating until it is a full cataract and result in blindness at about 2-3 years old.
- Brachycephalic Syndrome
This is due to the shape of the SBT'S face and nose. They are more susceptible to breathing problems as they have a smaller nasal passage than other breeds. Some SBT's are born with a longer soft palate but they are not always noticed, in more severe cases respiration is affected and so they will find it harder to breathe and eat. Surgery can be carried out to fix this problem in the majority of cases.


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Sue Brazee, MA is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and works with individuals, couples and families seeking help and support with a wide range of issues. She received a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2010. Sue works in a private practice in Mission Viejo & Yorba Linda, California. In addition, Sue is a certified Life Coach. Sue received her training at Turning Point Center for Families in Santa Ana, Ca. In addition, she work for two years in various high schools in Orange County providing counseling services to students. Sue also interned in a private practice in Yorba Linda before receiving her license.
Sue uses a variety of therapeutic approaches in order to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, Sue works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. Sue strives to provide a secure and respectful psychotherapeutic relationship, and works together with the client to understand both what is going well in addition to what's not working in your life.
Currently Sue is an Adjunct Professor with Pepperdine University, Graduate School of Education and Psychology, where she teaches "Professional Ethics and Law" to graduate psychology students.
Master of Arts: Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy Pepperdine University, California 2010.
Bachelor of Arts, Occidental College, California.
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The Vancouver City Council is prepared to use its block veto power on the C-Tran board of directors to block a decision that would bind the transit agency to a districtwide vote on light rail and bus rapid transit.
Last month, the Clark County transit agency's board seemed poised to approve a vote on the high-capacity transit projects for November 2012. Voters would be asked whether they support a 0.1 percent sales tax to pay for operations and maintenance of light rail -- part of the Columbia River Crossing project -- and for the development of a bus rapid transit line along Fourth Plain Boulevard.
But the board put off the decision until this month's meeting when Clark County Commissioner Steve Stuart suggested the board agree to hold the vote across the entire C-Tran service district. He also proposed prohibiting any agreement with the federal government, which would pay for construction, until after the vote.
Vancouver Mayor Tim Leavitt said the City Council and the C-Tran board need to discuss the issue further before making a decision. He said he was "taken aback" when Stuart made the proposal last month.
"It's way too premature to lock into deciding whether this should be a service areawide or subdistrict vote," Leavitt said Monday.
Stuart had said he wanted to reassure voters the entire C-Tran's service area would get to vote on the contentious issue of light rail.
C-Tran hasn't studied subdistrict alternatives, but a likely possibility would be the city of Vancouver and its urban growth area, the area most directly affected by the introduction or light rail and bus rapid transit. The two high-capacity transit lines would be entirely within the city limits.
The board will pick up the discussion again on Tuesday, and the three city councilors could veto a decision by the rest of the nine-member board. The block veto is a power enjoyed by the three Vancouver City Council members on the board as well as the three Clark County commissioners who also sit on the board.
Light rail is the lightning rod issue, but council discussion has revolved largely around the bus rapid transit system. Councilors say the plan isn't yet sufficiently developed to make a binding decision on the vote. By later in the year, they said, the plan would be more established and an expert review panel would have been convened to consider and refine the plan.
"It's a veto to say, 'slow down,'" said Councilman Jack Burkman. "Let's have some conversation with the community."
Councilwoman Jeanne Stewart and Councilwoman Jeanne Harris both said they were opposed to a subdistrict. Stewart, a light rail skeptic, said a countywide vote would be the best test of support for a MAX extension, and that the project would have beneficiaries outside of the city.
Harris said she supports a countywide, multi-modal transportation system, and that limiting the taxing district to just the city would be unfair to Vancouver taxpayers. But, she said, she would be willing to hear out a discussion of a subdistrict.
The point might be moot. Leavitt said he doubted it would come to a veto because he believed the three representatives of the county's smaller cities would be opposed to the language.
"I candidly would be very surprised if we have to worry about it," Leavitt said.
The C-Tran board meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the C-Tran administrative building, 2425 NE 65th Ave. in Vancouver.
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When much of NSW faced drought conditions for more than five years, the inland city of Goulburn became a symbol of the hardships faced by the State as a whole.
The situation in Australia's first inland city attracted national attention as drinking water dam levels plunged, ratepayers halved their water consumption, level five water restrictions were introduced, and the Goulburn Mulwaree Council prepared contingency plans to truck in drinking water if things didn't get better.
Fortunately, things did get better over the last year, but the council has continued with water conservation and water quality initiatives that will stand it in good stead for the future - and perhaps serve as a model for other centres increasingly facing similar issues in the face of global warming.
One of Goulburn Mulwaree Council's successful initiatives involves the selection of medium pressure ultraviolet (UV) disinfection for its effluent irrigation scheme, which has conserved potable water, achieved high water discharge quality and resulted in savings of several hundred thousand dollars in civil works associated with the scheme.
The project's main contractors, Ted Wilson & Sons, submitted an innovative design for a pressured on-demand irrigation scheme, simplifying the infrastructure and providing the council with a more economical project – as well as reducing the long term operating cost.
CST Wastewater Solutions (formerly Contra Shear Technology) was awarded the UV disinfection equipment supply contract. The company chose Berson InLine medium pressure lamp technology that is now fully integrated into the council's PLC/SCADA process control system.
Berson UV-techniek developed the cross flow in-line system now employed in the Goulburn Mulwaree effluent irrigation scheme.
Pieter Groenewegen, Business Manager of CST Wastewater Solutions, said that the germicidal properties of ultraviolet (UV) light are now understood and have become widely accepted as a method of wastewater disinfection. Medium pressure UV technology is relatively new in Australia but is rapidly gaining recognition for its advantages.
He also said that many wastewater treatment plants worldwide are now using UV technology, with an increasing emphasis on reuse applications.
According to Greg Finlayson, Manager Water Services, Goulburn Mulwaree Council: "We were already using effluent for irrigation but the UV treated effluent gave the council more opportunities for reuse – as well as improving the quality of water that eventually finds its way into the Wollondilly River, which is part of the Sydney Water catchment."
"The UV disinfection system is achieving a good microbial kill rate and the overall performance of the completed scheme is excellent," said Marina Hollands, water and waste engineer, Goulburn Mulwaree Council.
There are two main types of UV mercury lamps for disinfection. Low pressure monochromatic lamps that have a single wavelength spike of 254nm, while medium pressure UV is polychromatic with a variety of wavelength spikes.
Both disinfect, but the medium pressure technology prevents photo-reactivation.
The Goulburn Mulwaree construction contract, completed in 2007, was originally based on a NSW Department of Commerce design that called for pumping from the storage pond through an in-channel low pressure UV disinfection system to a secondary 200 cubic metre storage tank, followed by an on-demand pumped irrigation system.
The alternative Ted Wilson design took an innovative approach, selecting high efficiency submersible pumps, eliminating a new pump wet well, plus eliminating the secondary tank and pumping directly to the irrigation scheme from the storage pond through the Berson UV system as an on-demand irrigation system.
The advantages of this system were:
- Lower capital cost - the single pump station resulted in simpler infrastructure.
- Much simplified construction - the storage pond embankment would have required significant reconstruction to fit the new pump wet well and the concrete channel for the UV disinfection. The new design used a floating pontoon for the submersed pumps. The medium pressure UV system is in-pipe and has a compact foot print.
- Lower operating cost - a single pump station uses considerably less operating power and maintenance is simplified. The medium pressure UV system has fewer lamps and is easier to maintain. Everything is accessible above ground with no need for lifting gear.
A low-flow jacking pump system maintains the irrigation system pressure when there is no demand.


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The Adamsleigh Showhouse is quite a treat. I could move into this mansion the moment my lotto hits. This showhouse sponsored by The Junior League of Greensboro is also sponsored by Traditional Home. This special Traditional Home connection brought in some big names such as Miles Redd, Suzanne Kasler among others. My personal favorites were.. read more →
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I have a weakness for Warhol… Yountville Kitchen via Google House Beautiful Harper's Bazaar / December 2010 / Cornelia Guest (daughter of legendary socialite C.Z. Guest) photographed at Templeton — her family's Long Island estate Decor Arts Now via NewYork Spaces Magazine Martha Angus Eric Cohler Pinterest Benesse House Dining Room In honor of this.. read more →


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Displaying items by tag: Terrorism
Saturday, 14 July 2018 20:00
Full text of speech by Louis Freeh at Grand Gathering 2018
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Tehran's Direct Role in Terrorist Attack Regime's silent cells try to justify attempting terror attack
Friday, 06 July 2018 18:39
The Iranian regim's terrorists are secretly entering Kenya to help two jailed terrorists to escape
Sunday, 24 June 2018 10:21
IRGC deputy commander: We transferred our battleground to other countries
Friday, 15 June 2018 08:38
Iranian official admits Iran facilitated 9/11 attackers, US reaction + Video
Friday, 26 January 2018 11:59
Vice chair of the EP's Committee on Foreign Affairs called Iranian regime MP visit to Europe as a shocking event
Monday, 11 December 2017 22:30
Iranian Terror. Argentinian Cover Up. Justice at Last?
Friday, 08 December 2017 17:04
Argentinean judge orders arrest of ex-president Cristina Kirchner
Saturday, 02 December 2017 09:29
Iran-Backed Shiite Militias Demand U.S. Leave Iraq
Sunday, 26 November 2017 13:02
A spokesman of Iraq's Hashd al-Sha'bi: We receive orders from commanders of Iranian regime
Iran Probe on social media
PMOI/MEK Targets in Iraq
Terrorist attacks with 77 Scud missiles on NLA Camps - April 18, 2001 Targets stretched from Jalula in the North to Basra in…
Second missile attack on Camp Ashraf with 'Scud B' missiles - June 10, 1999 Around 2030 hours, Thursday June 10, 1999, the Iranian regime…
Air strikes on the NLA Camps of Fa'ezeh and Anzali with 9 Fighter-Bombers - September 29, 1997 At 7 o'clock in the morning, on Monday September 29,…
Air strike on Camp Ashraf, Iraq - May 25, 1993 At 0555 hours, May 25, 1993, Camp Ashraf of NLA…
Air strike on NLA Anzali Camp in Jalula, Iraq - May 25, 1993 On May 25, 1993, the NLA camp in Jalula, northern…
Iranian Opponents
Zahra Rajabi, Refugee Rights Advocate, Assassinated in Turkey Mrs. Zahra Rajabi, also known as Faezeh -- a member…
Shahpour Bakhtiar Assassinated in France Shahpour Bakhtiar, 77, was the last prime minister of the…
Fereidun Farrokhzad Assassinated in Germany Fereidun Farrokhzad was an Iranian artist. He worked in the…
Dr. Abdurrahman Qassemlou, Kurdish Democratic Party Leader, Assassinated in Austria Following a series of preliminary negotiations with Tehran's representatives in…
Pishmargas of KDPI - Revolutionary Leadership Poisoned In conjunction with the terrorist operations aimed at eliminating the…


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In an incredibly unsubtle move, Microsoft has lent credence to a leaked presentation relating to the next Xbox by requesting that the original publisher take it down.
The newly-leaked but two-year-old document refers to the 'Xbox 720', some tech specs and a release date of 2013.
Czech site Ihned.cz published the presentation and has now been told by Microsoft's legal team to remove the presentations because it had "violated its copyright by publishing companies" and "the presentation did not include identifying authors or reservation of rights" (translation).
Take a breakdown
Law firm Covington and Birling LLP, which lists Microsoft as one of its clients, had previously asked the site hosting the leaked documents (Scribd), to remove them from its servers.
So instead of leaving up a bunch of documents that everyone who's interested has already seen but could feasibly have dismissed as fake, Microsoft and its lawyers have ensured that we all now think the presentations are legit and that we'll see a 1080p 3D supporting Kinect-Glasses-toting Xbox 720 with Blu-ray drive hit the shop shelves in 2013.
Tech ja vu. It's like Apple, Gizmodo and the iPhone 4 all over again.
From Eurogamer
- Here it is: our review of the Xbox One


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(PRWEB) April 19, 2014
Recently, LenoRF, a distinguished electrical accessory supplier, has added a new collection of coaxial cable connectors to its product line. All these new items are of high quality and can be ordered at discounted prices, up to 30% off.
The coaxial cable connectors from LenoRF have taken over the industry in months; this mainly because of their excellent quality and affordability. Each of them is carefully made by experts that have rich experience in the electrical field. They are available in plenty of specifications. LenoRF purposes to meet the varying needs of different clients.
All the company's items are easy to use. Thus, more and more customers like the company's products. A lot of them are very satisfied with its truly user-friendly items. It insists on using superior quality materials to make high end electrical equipment. Every item from the professional company is just great.
What's more, LenoRF runs its business both at home and abroad. It has updated its website, so worldwide distributors can order the new cheap coaxial cable connectors online now. Its other affordable items include RF cable assemblies, RF connector cables and so on. Considerate pre-sale and after-sale services are also offered at its online shop.
About LenoRF
LenoRF is an online shop of high end electrical equipment. It is a China based company that aims to provide customers with high quality products at the lowest possible prices. Customers can try the company's products through sample orders with a long-term contract. Most customers come back soon after receiving their first deals.
More details about the company's useful products can be found at http://www.rfcnn.com/SMA-Male-to-Male-Cable-Assembly-Jumper-73.html.


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Jesus said: Love your neighbor as yourself.
Ministry and mission all flow from this commandment of our Lord. At Saint Elizabeth we are determined to share the abundant love of God with the city - both in Buda and in Kyle. Our mission takes many forms and our ministers go everywhere they find a need in our communities.
You'll find more information about specific mission and ministry in this section.


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How to Keep Pet Expenses Down
My husband and I have not one, but two beloved pets. A yellow lab named Cashmere and a black lab named Sadie. These giant kids occupy a huge spot in our hearts and will forever be an equal part of our family. And when your dog is a part of the family it can be hard to think of ways to save money and still give them the best care possible. Their needs are so basic, how on earth could you reduce or limit anything? Or are there even ways to save? Though I was skeptical at first (owning two dogs of my own), I started looking for savings and found that there are a few ways that you can reduce the cost of having a dog and maybe even become a better dog owner in the process.
Start with the food
When choosing the best food for your dog you are looking for nutrition and high quality. Compare brands to make sure that you are getting the best food for your money. Once you have decided what you are going with, compare prices. Stock up when you find a great deal. Some pet and feed stores have reward programs that will get you a discount but make sure that it is worth it. Sometimes the food can be more expensive at these places.
Brush Brush Brush
Brushing your dog once a week will help to keep trips to the groomer fewer and less expensive. The more work the groomer has to do the more the visit will cost. Another tip is to choose an odor-free and bacteria resistant, easy to clean collar. When your dog starts to smell…well…like a dog, it could be their collar that is carrying that smell. In addition to brushing their coats, their teeth could use some attention too. Regular brushing of your dog's teeth can prevent illness (and who doesn't love a challenge?).
Get moving
Dogs need regular exercise in order to stay healthy. Not only does it keep them at a healthy weight but it can have a positive impact on their digestion, mood, behavior, and even help them living longer. It is also a great way for the owner to get some exercise as well.
Watch for signs
You know your dog so if there are signs that something isn't right take them into the vet right away. This may prevent the problem from getting worse and you can avoid a possible trip to the emergency vet which can be very expensive. In addition, try to keep them from eating what you eat. There are all kinds of foods that we eat that are potentially harmful to dogs (grapes, onions, and chocolate to name a few) so best to stick to dog food and treats.
Nothing says love like homemade
There are all kinds of fun blogs and websites out there that teach you how to make dog safe toys and treats that are easy and very inexpensive. Keep in mind you don't want to make dog toys out of something you have worn and smells too much like you. It might give your dog the impression that they are free to chew on thing that you wear. You will end up spending the money you saved on new socks!
At LSS we are all about finding ways to save money. Get creative! Just think if you can cut out one expense, like buying expensive dog toys, you could pay that extra money torwards debts, add it to emergency savings or save it for a rainy day. Or maybe you and your pups could take a camping trip or go to the beach for a swim. What would make your pups happier?!
Want to learn more creative ways to save? First, continue to follow this blog. Second, call us at 888.577.2227 or START ONLINE COUNSELING NOW! It's free, fast and just as effective as in person counseling.
Author Ashley Hagelin is a Certified Financial Counselor at LSS and specializes in Reverse Mortgage Counseling and pet ownership!


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AccuZIP DQ Now Available in the Salesforce AppExchange®
ATASCADERO, CA, March 15, 2017 (Newswire.com) - AccuZIP has partnered with Salesforce and announced that their powerful 'AccuZIP DQ' CASS Certified™ address verification tool is now available on the Salesforce AppExchange for integrated real-time address verification and correction. Salesforce® users can download the free Salesforce App directly from the AppExchange: https://appexchange.salesforce.com/listingDetail?listingId=a0N3000000DTyZwEAL
AccuZIP saw a growing demand for an integrated contact data quality and address verification tool in the popular Salesforce CRM platform. As a proven industry leader, AccuZIP answered this demand by creating this simple, affordable and invaluable address correction tool. AccuZIP's development team went through and passed the extensive Salesforce security review process and the AccuZIP DQ App is now available to the millions of Salesforce® users on the popular AppExchange.
The AccuZIP DQ App supports both single and batch address correction and validation using AccuZIP's proven CASS Certified validation engine. Addresses are backed up prior to making any changes to ensure the customer's data is protected and integrity is always maintained.
AccuZIP President Kristen McKiernan stated that, "CASS Certified by the USPS® and used to clean and standardize billions of addresses each year for the last 25 years, AccuZIP is excited to now offer our comprehensive address verification tool to the Salesforce community. Salesforce users can confirm each address they enter as real and deliverable by the USPS or if an address is vacant, is a residential or business address, all in real-time to the delivery point, down to the Suite or Apartment. Salesforce users can now feel more confident than ever in the quality of their CRM data."
The first 200 address lookups per month are free (2,400 free address lookups per year). Additional lookups can be purchased at an affordable price. For more information or to download the free App visit: https://appexchange.salesforce.com/listingDetail?listingId=a0N3000000DTyZwEAL
About AccuZIP, Inc.
AccuZIP, Inc., a national software company based in Atascadero, CA, provides feature rich solutions to manage Contact Data Quality, Address Hygiene, USPS Postal Presorting and Compliance and Mail Tracking and Reporting. AccuZIP's solutions are designed to be utilized across many industry verticals to streamline, standardize and simplify processes associated with data entry, data management and multi-channel communications. AccuZIP's products and services make it easier for businesses to get their message out to the right people at the right location when they need to most. Now into its third decade of doing business and celebrating its 25th year anniversary, the company has built an outstanding reputation for value, service and innovation. For more information, visit www.accuzip.com
Source: AccuZIP, Inc.
Categories: Marketing, Sales and Re-sale, Customer Relationship Management
Tags: Address Verification, Customer Relationship Management, Data Quality, Salesforce


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text: Mossholders Design Center, located in Sheridan, Wyoming provides a wide selection of bedroom, dining room and living room furniture, as well as mattresses, leather furniture and recliners. Even take update your outdoor space with customizable outdoor furniture. Mossholders offers design services in-store or at your home if you need a little help with your space. Visit our 18,000 square foot showroom to see our wide selection of furniture in various styles to meet your individual taste.


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Odoo HR Day 2019
Registrations are closed
Optimize your HR practices #HRday#HRtech#Odoo
with innovative tools!
Calling all HR professionals!
Join us for Odoo HR Day if you're looking to make an impact in your organization. If you're looking to learn about innovative tools and techniques to streamline your HR practices, don't miss out on this opportunity! Get the knowledge you need to keep up with the constantly evolving job market and become change leaders in your company.
What's more is that you'll get to connect with leaders, professionals and experts to exchange ideas during the after-work party featuring an open bar and a special themed dinner.
What can you expect?
- Discover the latest trends in HRTech and how you can use digital tools to revolutionize the way you work.
- Grow your network by meeting other like-minded HR professionals.
- Relax at the end of the day with an after work featuring an open bar and a themed dinner followed by a live concert!
9HR apps
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∞Beers & Fun
2:00 pm
Welcome & RegistrationAula Magna - Registration Desk
2:30 pm
Attract talent with the new referrals app and recruitment toolsCharlotte Trigaux, Talent Acquisition Officer - Odoo
3:00 pm
Employee Onboarding Made EasyCharlotte Trigaux, Talent Acquisition Officer - Odoo
3:00 pm
Apps to increase happiness at workFrédéric Gilson, Product Owner - Odooo
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Coffee BreakExhibition Hall
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HR Apps: Leaves, Attendances and PlanningCaroline Moons, Talent Retention Officer - Odoo
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Manage your Payroll with OdooCaroline Moons, Talent Retention Officer - Odoo
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Celebratory ToastAula Magna
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Scholarship FAQ's
Do I need to submit a TRANSCRIPT for every scholarship I apply for?
NO, only one copy is required.
If you are a current SKILLS TRAINING (such as SaskPolytech, SIIT, etc.) student and the scholarship you are applying for requires a transcript, you must check the "Skills Training Transcript Request" box on the online application form. This will allow us to pull your transcript from your student file.
If you are a current UNIVERSITY student you must submit a copy of your High School transcript.
NOTE: If you are selected to receive an award you must submit an original transcript and provide your Social Insurance Number.
What is an "Interim Statement of Marks"?
The Interim Statement of Marks is a form completed by your instructor that states your current progress in your program. The Interim Statement of Marks form is located in the forms folder on the College drive. You can ask your instructor to fill out this form and submit it to the scholarship committee when applying for Internal Scholarships.
How is academic merit determined?
- One Grade 12 English
- One Grade 12 Math
- A combination of three Grade 12 subjects, only one of which can be a Practical & Applied ARTS class (i.e. Music 30/Band 30/Choral 30)
What is a "letter of reference"?
A letter of reference should be provided by someone (other than family) who has known you for at least a year or more. It should include their relationship to you and the length of time they have known you. The letter should include comments on your character, outstanding accomplishments, community involvement, etc. Please make sure that your name and program is clearly marked. Letters should be submitted by email to email@example.com or dropped off in a package with your transcripts, interim statement of marks, and/or letter of rationale at any Parkland College office.
What is a "letter of rationale" and what should it contain?
A letter of rationale is a written statement that gives you the opportunity to explain to the Selection Committee why you are the best candidate for the scholarship. The letter of rationale is extremely important as it is the core information looked at when making selections.
- Your letter of rationale should be short and concise (do not exceed 300 words).
- Letters should be written in Microsoft Word or similar program and submitted by email to email@example.com or dropped off in a package with your transcripts, interim statement of marks, and/or letter(s) of reference at your nearest college campus.
- Letters of rationale should be copied & pasted into the online application form.
- Scholarships determined by academic merit will use the letter of rationale in the unlikely event of a tie.
- Letters of rationale may be submitted to any Parkland College office.
- Please address the letter of rationale to the scholarship for which you are applying.
NOTE: Criteria for the letters of rationale change slightly for each scholarship, so please check carefully.
If I live outside of Saskatchewan can I still apply for scholarships?
As long as you are enrolled in a program at Parkland College, you are eligible for scholarships. If you took your secondary schooling out of province but now live in the Parkland Region you can apply for all scholarships as long as you meet their respective eligibility requirements.
How do I apply?
Application forms are only available online. A link to the active application form can be found on this website at scholarships.parklandcollege.sk.ca. Only the first application form submitted will be used to determine scholarships.
When is the scholarship application deadline?
The deadline varies every time awards are made available. Late applications will not be considered.
How many scholarships can I apply for?
You can apply for a maximum of three (3) scholarships. The Scholarship Committee reserves the right to limit the number of scholarships awarded per person. The Scholarship Committee reserves the right to move an application to a different scholarship, if appropriate. Award availability is subject to change.
When will I receive my SCHOLARSHIP MONEY?
Scholarship money is awarded twice a year: in late September for Entrance Scholarships and in March for Internal Scholarships.


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Land research, analysis, acquisition & development
Aside from commercial property, we also have investment advisors that specialise in residential land development and land development holdings.
Our significant projects currently under management are:
- Northridge Estate comprising 520 Lots in Flat Bush, valued at $150m before development
- Homestead Bay in Queenstown comprising 150 lakeside Lots, valued at $90m before development
- Mangawhai Central in Mangawhai, comprising of approx. 128 hectares where a fully integrated development will unfold.
This side of our business is operated through our subsidiary, Viranda Partners Limited and we invite you to find out more about these large-scale projects: http://virandapartners.com/projects/


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PIERRE BAE, Afro Pop, Cameroon
PIERRE BAE aka "MBOADIVA" is a female singer, TV/Radio presenter, event's host and songwriter from Cameroon, who started her music career in 2016 with new African rhythms (Afro pop and Afro house).
In June 2013 she started her path in getting to know the secrets of the African showbiz by venturing as a TV/Radio presenter and event organizer. She participated in organizing cultural events such as the MBOA LIVE SHOW, MBOA URBAN AND REVOLUTION and KAMER STREETWEAR MUSIK (that she hosted alongside her mentor Tony Nobody). She also presented the "TOP 10 ZIK" on MBOA (musical entertainment program broadcast on a national television channel widely watched in Cameroon) and often made to interview guests on the show. She also presented the show Radio Bled city on SWEET 88.7 FM, along with the group of young BLAXITY communicators.
In 2016 Pierre made her first step into the recording studio where she gave light to her debut single "Danser", a song that is a statement of her powerful voice.
Since 2017 Pierre is presenting Sound System, a weekly radio show broadcasted on national CRTV network which covers a wide variety of topics of Pan African music relevance.
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Discover more about a hero in African American history with the Nannie Helen Burroughs Project, based in Annapolis, Maryland. As a black activist, Burroughs was at the forefront of a racial revolution in our country. Contact us today to learn more.
A. Yes. She was well-known and respected in our country and throughout the world because of her activities at home and abroad. Please see her activities on the Documents Page in the aritcle entitled, "Who was Nannie Helen Burroughs and Why Should We Care?"
A. One theory is that most historians were male, and she fought sexism in every aspect of society. A second theory is that shortly after she passed in 1961, many important things happened to overshadow her accomplisments, such as Civil Rights Legislation and the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. A third reason may be the fact that she was known as a "truth-teller" who tended to take people out of their comfort-zone, e.g., her "12 Things..." on the Documents Page.
A. She believed in the 3 R's and 3 B's, "Reading, Riting and Rithematic" and "Bible, Bath and Broom" signifying clean lives, clean bodies, and clean homes. Additionally, as a close friend of Booker T. Washington, Burroughs embraced his industrial educational philosophy. However, she established a Bi-Lateral education curriculm which included the views of W.E.B. Du Bois.
A. In 1902, she traveled 32,350 miles in the United States doing the work of the newly created Baptist Women's Auxiliary, without compensation. In 1905, she was the keynote speaker at the First Baptist World Alliance Congress in Hyde Park, London. Negro women and girls from Africa, the Caribbean and India attended the school she founder in Northeast Washington, DC. in 1909.
A. She was an 1896 graduate of Washington, DC's M Street School, now Dunbar High School, and did some business school studies in Louisville, Kentucky. Shaw University presented her with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in 1944. Burroughs believed that a student achieving a college degree should come out and work in the school system and exhaust that level of learning before pursuing higher degrees.
A. No. Just as was the case with her close friend Carter G. Woodson, she was married to her work. Her life was dedicated to her school, the church, and efforts on the national political scene.
Q. What was her political party?
A. She was in the Republican Party, which is viewed by many as having the political views now of the Democratic Party. However, her views and actions suggest that she was in a party, but not of a party. She had stern words for all politicians and particularly the leaders in both parties. In a 1928 article, Vote for Justice and Jobs, Burroughs declared: "In the meantime, you vote for the man in whom you conscientiously believe without coersion, coin or compromise." In today's environment, Burroughs might advocate for a party where Blacks could leverage power with whatever party might be in control, an idea suggested by other past leaders such as Malcolm X.
A. First, review this website, especially the Documents Page. Secondly, simply go to your browser and key Nannie Helen Burroughs into the search box.


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On March 26, 1917, the Seattle Metropolitans win the Stanley Cup and become the world champions of hockey. In Seattle, at The Arena, the Mets, coached by Pete Muldoon, defeat defending champion Les Canadiens of Montreal three games to one. The Metropolitans earned the right to play Montreal by previously winning the Pacific Coast Hockey Association championship. This is the first time since Lord Stanley donated the cup in 1892 that any team outside of Canada has won the trophy.
In the first game Montreal, aka the Flying Frenchmen, defeated the Mets, as Seattle's team was known, by a score of 8 to 4. In the second game "Pete Muldoon's puck chasers" roared back and defeated Montreal 6 to 1. In the third and probably the best game of the series, the "Seattle puck maulers" scored four times and again held Montreal to one goal.
Tornado on Wheels
After the fourth and deciding game of the series, the headline across the Post-Intelligencer Sports Section read "Seattle Wins World's Hockey Championship" (Post-Intelligencer March 27, 1917). The Mets pulverized the Canadiens in a score of 9 to 1. The Seattle team scored in the first two minutes of the game. By the end of the 20-minute second period, Seattle was ahead 4 to 0 and went on to crush Montreal. A sportswriter explained it this way: "The Mets went through the invaders' defense like a tornado on wheels in huckleberry time" (Post-Intelligencer, March 28, 1917). The Seattle Times described the end of the final game:
"The lexicon of sport does not contain language adequate to describe the fervor of the fans who saw Seattle triumph last night. The largest crowd that ever saw an ice game in The Arena stood on its feet and cheered until the iron girders of The Arena roof rattled as the Seattle team left the ice with the world's title safely won" (March 27, 1917).
In all, 15,000 hockey fans witnessed the four championship games. The gate was divided between the two teams. After expenses, the winning Mets received 60 percent and the Montreal Canadiens received 40 percent.
Demon Goal-Getter Et Al.
Bernie Morris, known as "the demon goal-getter of the league," played center and scored 13 of the team's 23 goals during the series. Team Captain Frank Foyston, who was the Pacific Coast Hockey Association Most Valuable Player, played left wing and scored eight goals. Other Seattle players were Harry Holmes (goal), Jack Walker (right wing), Ed Carpenter (coverpoint), Roy Rickey (point), Bobby Rowe (utility), Big Jim Riley (utility), and Curly Wilson (utility).
Between 1917 and 1921 the Seattle Metropolitans played in the Stanley Cup finals three times.


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How's the weather like in Prague in the first half of November?
Hey, its ussually cloudy and wet, something like London :) But Prague is beautiful at any time of a year. Have fun ! about 9 years ago
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NEW DELHI -- All ministries were today asked to clearly mention detailed reasons for denial of information sought by people under the RTI Act.
They have also been told to cite relevant sections of the RTI Act while denying information under the transparency law.
It has been observed that different public authorities provide information to RTI applicants in different formats. Though there cannot be a standard format for providing information, the reply should however essentially contain the name, designation, official telephone number and email ID of the Central Public Information Officer (CPIO), said the guidelines issued by Department of Personnel and Training.
"In the concluding para of the reply, it should be clearly mentioned that the First Appeal, if any, against the reply of the CPIO may be made to the First Appellate Authority within 30 days of receipt of reply of CPIO," it said.
The name, designation, address, official telephone number and e-mail ID of the First Appellate Authority should also be clearly mentioned," the guidelines said.
In addition, wherever the applicant has requested for "certified copies" of the document or records, the CPIO should endorse on the document "True copy of the document or record supplied under RTI Act", sign the document with date, above a seal containing name of the officer, CPIO and name of public authority, it said.
"Further in case the documents to be certified and supplied is large in number, information on RTI application should be supplied by a designated PIO but the certification of the documents, if need be, could be done by an other junior gazetted officer," said the guidelines issued by the DoPT, which acts as nodal authority for implementation of the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
The RTI Act allows a citizen to seek time-bound reply on governance-related matters from government departments.
Also Read: Supreme Court Asks Why Political Parties Should Not Be Accountable Under RTI
Also Read: Cornered Government Declines RTI Info On Lalit Modi's Passport Issue
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Finding Credits & Incentives to Reduce Taxes
Have you hired a veteran? Created new jobs? Invested in energy-efficient products? These are not only activities to be proud of; they are actions that may result in tax savings. Do you know if you are maximizing all applicable credits? Unfortunately, that's not an easy question to answer since available credits and incentives are complex and constantly changing.
Credits and incentives are designed to reward businesses that do very specific economic activities. However, most people are unaware of all the ways they can reduce their taxes. As a result, billions of dollars in approved credits go uncollected every year. To make sure you are not leaving money on the table, we will work with you to discover any and all programs that may apply to your organization.
Tax Credit Planning
States and local municipalities are competing for your business and are willing to assist in building a strong workforce. We have assisted our clients in securing credits and incentives in the following areas:
- InvestOhio tax credits
- Job Creation Tax Credits (JCTC)
- Work Opportunity Tax Credits (WOTC)
- Various training grants
- Property tax reductions or abatements
- Sales and use tax exemptions
- Safety Intervention Grants
- Tax breaks for energy efficient improvements
Credits and Incentives Experience: Our experience and existing relationships with various government and economic development agencies can lead to promising opportunities and carry negotiations to successful conclusions. We stay on top of new programs available as well as those that have been retired, so you can take advantage of everything that applies to your business. We have saved our clients millions of dollars.
Before you make your next new hire, change locations or invest in a capital project, be sure to contact us to see what credits and incentives may be available to you.


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Vintage Costume Jewelry Sale! Sat., Mar. 31st, 1-4pm at Mid-Cities Antique Mall! (click 4 'jewelry gals gone wild' photos!)
Great gobs of Vintage Costume Jewelry, all $10.00 each & LESS!
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For your fancy restaurant or just when you're playing chef for you and friends, this Pepper Mill from Erzi will make it that much more believable. This mill comes with a turnable handle and grinder on the bottom. Not only is it realistic, it also promotes the training of fine motor skills.
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Libel Law Reform
EDM number 423 in 2009-10, proposed by Evan Harris on 09/12/2009.
Categorised under the topic of Civil law.
That this House notes that human rights activists, scientists, writers and journalists are prevented from publishing, and the public prevented from reading, matters of strong public interest due to the chilling effect of English libel law; further notes that libel actions in England and Wales cost 100 times more than the European average; further notes that the costs of defending a libel case are usually prohibitive and that even successful defendants do not recover their full costs; and further notes the report of the United Nations Committee on Human Rights which criticises English libel law for its stifling of free expression globally due to libel tourism whereby foreign complainants bring cases against foreign writers for alleged libel in overseas publications; believes that public interest is endangered by powerful vested interests and corporations being able to intimidate writers into not publishing; recognises the recent report by Index on Censorship and English PEN, Free speech is not for sale andfurther notes the campaign for scientific freedom by Sense About Science; welcomes the formation of the Libel Reform Coalition to campaign for law reform; and calls for a re-casting of the libel laws such that, while individual reputation is protected against malicious or reckless smears, lawful free expression is not chilled and there is a fully effective public interest defence for both scholarship and responsible journalism.
This motion has been signed by a total of 256 MPs, 7 of these signatures have been withdrawn.
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I recently had the opportunity to submit a piece for the Women's March on Washington taking place January 21st, 2017. While I will be unable to attend in person I am proud to be a voice for equality in my home state of South Dakota.
One challenge I faced during the creation of this poster was inclusiveness. The call page asks for art that embodies the mission and values of the march, and has the ability to represent "women and femme expressive people of all backgrounds." I explored several methods of illustration and I found typography to be the most effective.
Inspiration for the composition and typefaces came from women's suffrage print advertising. I used a wash of red and blue to show that during this time of unrest, we remain in solidarity under our nation's flag.
I created this digital print using the Adobe Creative Suite's Illustration and Photoshop applications. Looking forward to expand this concept and doing a screenprint run in the near future.


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King Mo Beats Jacob Noe At Bellator XCVII, Dixie Carter Reacts
King Mo beat Jacob Noe at 2:51 in the third round via TKO (punches) at Bellator XCVII on Wednesday night from the Santa Ana Star Center in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.
TNA president Dixie Carter wrote the following on Twitter regarding the Bellator/TNA crossover star:
">@KingMoFH in the ring after a big win talking about WRESTLING and how important it is to him. Very classy win.
— Dixie Carter (@TNADixie) August 1, 2013


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Advanced Icon Box in Element Pack
Advanced Icon Box in Element Pack
Advanced Icon Box is new element of Element Pack V2.6. Icon box and image box in one widget called Advanced Icon Box. It was released just few days ago. In this post, we introduce that Advanced Icon Box Widget. This widget use and you should try after updating your websites.
You can set icon position left, top, right and icon vertical alignment top, middle and bottom from icon box tab.
You can set icon color, icon background color, icon gradient and image as icon. Set icon padding, border type, border radius, box shadow, spacing, size, rotate and background rotate from Style > icon/image tab. Select icon vertical and horizontal offset from content > additional options tab. Set icon color, icon background color, icon gradient and image as icon, radius, box shadow, rotate and background rotate of icon hover. You can set icon hover effect.
At first click badge switcher yes from content > additional options tab. Then type badge text, set various bage position, horizontal offset, vertical offset, rotate from content > badge tab. You can set badge text color, background color & image, gradient color, boder type, boder radius, box shadow and padding from style > badge tab.
At first click show on hover switcher yes from content > read more tab. Then set text or iocn in hover. You can set icon spacing, horizontal and vertical offset fro conten > read more tab.
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Winner of the 2007 Society for Cinema and Media Studies Katherine Singer Kovacs Book Award
öThe standard convergence narrative of recent years presents media concentration as a threat both to the diversity of communication channels and to individualsĺ opportunities to engage in public discourse. A respected and well-established media scholar, Jenkins (MIT) here counters such pessimistic perspectives on the brave new media world with theoretical and evidentiary attestations to the growing power of individuals and grassroots groups to affect the larger media landscape.ö
ôJenkins is an astute observer of media culture and his insights are spot-on. . . . He intends his book to be a powerful tool both now and in the future. . . . This is a book to be praised. It raises many issues.ö
-Los Angeles Times
"Remarkable. . . . Jenkins' insights are gripping and his prose is surprisingly entertaining and lucid for a book that is, at its core, intellectually rigorous. . . . Jenkins' impressive ability to break down complex concepts into readable prose makes this study vital and engaging."
-Publishers Weekly
"Jenkins tries to bring clarity to cultural changes that are melting and morphing into new shapes on an hourly, daily, weekly, monthly basis. Convergence Culture provides a view that looks at the restless ocean and tracks the currents rather than just looking at the individual rocks on the beach."
-The McClatchy Newspapers
ôI thought I knew twenty-first century pop media until I read Henry Jenkins. The fresh research and radical insights in Convergence Culture deserve a wide and thoughtful readership. Bring on the Ĺmonolithic block of eyeballs!ĺö -Bruce Sterling, author, blogger, visionary
"Henry Jenkins offers crucial insight into an unexpected and unforeseen future. Unlike most predictions about how New Media will shape the world in which we live, the reality is turning out far stranger and more interesting than we might have imagined. The social implications of this change could be staggering."
-Will Wright, designer of SimCity and The Sims
ôOne of those rare works that is closer to an operating system than a traditional book: itĺs a platform that people will be building on for years to come. What's more, the book happens to be a briskly entertaining read-as startling, inventive, and witty as the culture it documents. It should be mandatory reading for anyone trying to make sense of todayĺs popular culture-but thankfully, a book this fun to read doesnĺt need a mandate.ö
-Steven Johnson, author of the national bestseller, Everything Bad Is Good For You
"Henry Jenkins is the 21st century McLuhan I've been waiting for. With all the fuzzy generalities, moral panics, and gloomy pronouncements from industry spokesmen and social critics, Jenkins' clearly communicated and nuanced analysis is sorely needed. The world McLuhan foretold back in the age of 'electric media' has become immensely more complicated in today's many-to-many, converged, remixed and mashed-up, digital, mobile, always-on media environment. If you are a parent, a student, an educator, a creator or consumer of popular culture, an entrepreneur, or a media industry executive, you need to understand convergence culture. And you will only after reading Henry Jenkins."-Howard Rheingold, author of Smart Mobs: The Next Social Revolution
"For any Sony PS3 execs out there wondering why their technological masterpiece is being ridiculed by customers before its even released...Convergence Culture is a must read...Jenkins offers numerous insights on how technology and media professionals can forge better relationships with their customers."
"I simply could not put this book down! Henry Jenkins provides a fascinating account of how new media intersects old media and engages the imagination of fans in more and more powerful ways. Educators, media specialists, policy makers and parents will find Convergence Culture both lively and enlightening."-John Seely Brown, Former Chief Scientist, Xerox Corp & director of Xerox PARC
"Henry Jenkins is the Director of MIT's Comparative Media Studies Program. Or, in other words, he's a genius. He's one of those rare people you meet and are instantly jealous of, wishing you could somehow transplant their amazing wealth of knowledge into your own noggin. I was privileged to have made his acquaintance when he interviewed me for his fabulous new book, Convergence Culture...Go read it, you just might learn something."
-The Heather Show
"The book is a short, smart, buttery read on a hot topic, and it is sure to draw both popular and academic interest."
-Water Cooler Games
öConvergence Culture, is for anyone who is curious about future trends at the intersection of technology and humanity. Jenkins tries to bring clarity to cultural changes that are melting and morphing into new shapes on an hourly, daily, weekly, monthly basis. Convergence Culture provides a view that looks at the restless ocean and tracks the currents rather than just looking at the individual rocks on the beach.ö
Convergence Culture maps a new territory: where old and new media intersect, where grassroots and corporate media collide, where the power of the media producer and the power of the consumer interact in unpredictable ways.
Henry Jenkins, one of Americaĺs most respected media analysts, delves beneath the new media hype to uncover the important cultural transformations that are taking place as media converge. He takes us into the secret world of Survivor Spoilers, where avid internet users pool their knowledge to unearth the showĺs secrets before they are revealed on the air. He introduces us to young Harry Potter fans who are writing their own Hogwarts tales while executives at Warner Brothers struggle for control of their franchise. He shows us how The Matrix has pushed transmedia storytelling to new levels, creating a fictional world where consumers track down bits of the story across multiple media channels.Jenkins argues that struggles over convergence will redefine the face of American popular culture. Industry leaders see opportunities to direct content across many channels to increase revenue and broaden markets. At the same time, consumers envision a liberated public sphere, free of network controls, in a decentralized media environment. Sometimes corporate and grassroots efforts reinforce each other, creating closer, more rewarding relations between media producers and consumers. Sometimes these two forces are at war.
Jenkins provides a riveting introduction to the world where every story gets told and every brand gets sold across multiple media platforms. He explains the cultural shift that is occurring as consumers fight for control across disparate channels, changing the way we do business, elect our leaders, and educate our children.


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