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Seeking Officers, Enlisted Men, WACs, Cadets, Britons, Civilians and /or their families and friends who were stationed at Cochran Field, or lived in Macon, Georgia during WWII, who would be willing to contribute artifacts, photos, articles and stories pertaining to their experience with the men and women working there. If so, contact: Mike Rowland, Archivist, WR-LC/MU, 1942 Heritage Blvd., Robins AFB GA 31098-2442.
Foreign high school students are scheduled to arrive soon for academic semester and year home-stay programs, and the sponsoring organization needs a few more local host families. If you are interested call 1-866-546-1402.
The swearing in ceremony for the Emery County elected officials will be held Jan. 5, 2009 at noon in the commission chambers. Laurie Pitchforth will be sworn in as Emery County Commissioner and Steven Stream will be sworn in as Justice Court Judge. The public is welcome to attend and refreshments will be served.
Jan. 14-15, 2009 Castle Dale County Building 75 East Main Street, Castle Dale, Utah. Who should attend? Everyone interested in building partnerships and working collaboratively to make their community Vigilant, Prepared, and Resilient. For more information Call: Rich Hendricks, Western Community Policing Institute 435 760-2471.
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Ring in the New Year at the Price Senior Citizen Center 9 p.m. till midnight with "Music of the Heart." All ages welcome, refreshments will be served and party favors supplied (donations suggested). For more information contact Annette at 650-0049.
Highly regarded study abroad program offers intensive Spanish immersion in one of the most biologically diverse countries on the planet. Take a good look at Costa Rica áPura Vida! for the summer experience of a lifetime. Partial Scholarships covering 23 of all costs are available. Priority application deadline for these $3,466 grants is fast approaching! Costa Rica áPura Vida! combines intensive language instruction, individual homestays and field trips to three areas of the country. Students will experience unspoiled national parks, a marine biology sanctuary open only to scientists, a village of 12 families in the midst of the Cloud Forest, and birds, animals and tropical flora beyond compare. Who is eligible? High school students aged 15-17 with two years of basic Spanish and course in biology by June 2009. Program dates: June 26 - July 22, 2009 and July 10 - Aug. 5, 2009 Priority application deadline: Feb. 6, 2009
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Report: Rangers offered prospect Mike Olt to Braves in attempt to acquire Arizona's Justin Upton
Rumors have been swirling since the trade deadline that the Arizona Diamondbacks could be willing to deal star outfielder Justin Upton, and the Rangers seem like a natural fit with Josh Hamilton hitting free agency and Nelson Cruz soon to follow.
In fact, the Rangers reportedly like Upton so much, they tried to trade Mike Olt to the Braves for a minor league shortstop.
According to USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the Diamondbacks are hoping to acquire a top young shortstop in return for Upton, of which the Rangers currently have two: Elvis Andrus and Jurickson Profar. But Nightengale says the Rangers aren't willing to part with Andrus or Profar in a package for Upton, and the Rangers' next best prospect, 3B Mike Olt, doesn't fit the Diamondbacks' preferred position.
So the Rangers reportedly tried to acquire another shortstop -- Atlanta Braves prospect Andrelton Simmons -- by dangling Olt as bait, according to CBSSports.com's Danny Knobler.
Knobler reported the Braves weren't interested in the deal, saying "If Braves had been willing to deal Simmons, they'd probably just get Upton for themselves. But they're keeping Simmons."
In short, it seems the Rangers have serious interest in Justin Upton, which shouldn't come as a surprise. But unless the team can get creative in acquiring a good young shortstop (or soften on their stance against trading Andrus or Profar), putting together a package to satisfy Arizona's demands could be difficult.


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England will conclude a frustrating November at Twickenham when they face world champions New Zealand on Saturday.
England will conclude a frustrating November at Twickenham when they face world champions New Zealand on Saturday.
With a comfortable win as expected under their belts against Fiji, England went into their matches against Australia and South Africa with a sense of optimism and quiet confidence.
Instead, they have emerged a fortnight later aware of their deficiencies and with their captain under pressure following a series of costly calls at key moments against the Wallabies and Springboks. Many felt before November that England were on their way up. The last three weeks have proven that there is still plenty for them to learn.
Who better to provide a rugby masterclass than New Zealand? Unbeaten in 2012 with 12 wins and one draw against Australia, they are playing at an astonishing level even by their own imperious standards.
Young blood in Aaron Smith, Brodie Retallick, Luke Romano and Julian Savea have eased into the starting XV without any concern, assuring that this All Blacks side did not peak when they finally recaptured the Rugby World Cup last October. If anything they have improved; stronger, faster and more clinical than that trophy-winning side.
England however are not without their own talents. Chris Robshaw's decision-making in recent weeks may be under the spotlight but his dedication and work-rate cannot be questioned. Alex Goode has shown that he can keep defences guessing, whilst Manu Tuilagi remains a struggle to contain.
Alex Corbisiero's return against South Africa highlighted that he is England's most prolific loosehead, although the interpretation of the scrums left something to be desired. Joe Launchbury has taken to Test rugby well and will no doubt fulfil a childhood dream of facing New Zealand when he runs out on Saturday.
Too much about England however remains uncertain. Does Brad Barritt do enough going forward? Can Tom Youngs rediscover the accuracy at the line-out that he had against Australia but eluded him against South Africa? Players who previously have enjoyed great highs for England – Chris Ashton in particular – appear far from their devastating best, their confidence misplaced.
That is something you cannot say about the All Blacks. Confidence has never been an issue and when you have 788 caps in your squad – it shouldn't be. Dan Carter (93) and Richie McCaw (115) have more than England's whole side put together (206).
The incident with Andrew Hore against Wales though has left New Zealand embarrassed according to Steve Hansen. On Saturday they will look to emphasise once again that they are the greatest rugby side on the planet, not a team that wins by thuggery.
When you possess the greatest skill set, set-piece, squad and attacking threats as New Zealand do, the game is relatively simple. For every injury to Carter, you have Aaron Cruden. For every suspension for Hore, you have Keven Mealamu.
Whatever your allegiance, there is no denying the superiority of this All Blacks side – after all, they have beaten every other side they've come across in 2012. A time will come when New Zealand are no longer the world's best and this vintage crop will be looked back on. Best to savour it while it lasts.
Ones to watch:
For England: After his surprise nomination for the IRB Player of the Year earlier this week, all eyes will be on fly-half Owen Farrell. The Saracen returns to the starting line-up in place of the injured Toby Flood and kicked well against South Africa, but questions remain over whether he can spark England's backline into life. Elsewhere, Manu Tuilagi has to shine in these sorts of clashes with New Zealand if he is truly to be considered as a world-class talent. Still only 21, England need him to perform.
For New Zealand: Two of New Zealand's greats are not getting any younger, so any time Dan Carter and Richie McCaw run out at Twickenham it is a moment to savour. Both are included on the IRB shortlist along with Farrell and this will be McCaw's final Test before he takes a sabbatical in 2013. With the thought of a deserved rest around the corner, McCaw will not want to be out fishing with the lingering thought of a loss to England on his mind. Carter, meanwhile, has bounced back from the disappointment of missing the Rugby World Cup final with an outstanding year and should control this one from start to finish.
Head-to-head: With caps littered across both sides, it's two players with the fewest that will face-off in an intriguing duel on Saturday. Joe Launchbury initially impressed off the bench against Australia and made his first start last week against the Springboks, holding his own in the contact area and showing off his athleticism. Brodie Retallick meanwhile has been fighting it out with Luke Romano to be the heir to Brad Thorn's throne – bringing intense physicality to the table and proving to be a reliable operator at the set-piece.
Recent results:
2010: New Zealand won 26-16 at Twickenham
2009: New Zealand won 19-6 at Twickenham
2008: New Zealand won 32-6 at Twickenham
2008: New Zealand won 44-12 in Christchurch
2008: New Zealand won 37-20 in Auckland
2006: New Zealand won 41-20 at Twickenham
2005: New Zealand won 23-19 at Twickenham
2004: New Zealand won 36-12 in Auckland
2004: New Zealand won 36-3 in Dunedin
2003: England won 15-13 in Wellington
2002: England won 31-28 at Twickenham
Prediction: It might be the end of a long year for New Zealand, but that is irrelevant. They will want to end 2012 unbeaten and in some style at one of the stadiums in world rugby where winning means everything. England's best chance is to remain in the match for as long as possible, meaning an ironclad defence and plenty of possession – two factors they had against South Africa but failed to capitalise on. Rather than an upset, this should be another lesson in England's education, and a fitting end to a great season for New Zealand. All Blacks by 15.
The teams:
England: 15 Alex Goode, 14 Chris Ashton, 13 Manu Tuilagi, 12 Brad Barritt, 11 Mike Brown, 10 Owen Farrell, 9 Ben Youngs, 8 Ben Morgan, 7 Chris Robshaw (c), 6 Tom Wood, 5 Geoff Parling, 4 Joe Launchbury, 3 Dan Cole, 2 Tom Youngs, 1 Alex Corbisiero.
Replacements: 16 David Paice, 17 David Wilson, 18 Mako Vunipola, 19 Courtney Lawes 20 James Haskell, 21 Danny Care, 22 Freddie Burns, 23 Jonathan Joseph.
New Zealand: 15 Israel Dagg, 14 Cory Jane, 13 Conrad Smith, 12 Ma'a Nonu, 11 Julian Savea, 10 Dan Carter, 9 Aaron Smith, 8 Kieran Read, 7 Richie McCaw (c), 6 Liam Messam, 5 Sam Whitelock, 4 Brodie Retallick, 3 Owen Franks, 2 Keven Mealamu, 1 Tony Woodcock.
Replacements: 16 Dane Coles, 17 Wyatt Crockett, 18 Charlie Faumunia, 19 Luke Romano, 20 Victor Vito, 21 Piri Weepu, 22 Aaron


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Will Drew give up some money to bring in some defensive help???
No, but I wish Peyton would
Not sure why Peyton should give us any money. He plays for the Broncos..
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The salary of "Peyton" doesn't affect the saints ability to sign players or coaches because coaches salaries are not under the salary cap. That is why your post is asinine and deserves to be ridiculed. I just figured I would spell it out for you.
Payton comment thrown in because I personnaly think he is a prick using his SELF INFLICTED suspension to hold us hostage for ANOTHER raise when he hasn't really done much since his last HUGE raise.
That why New England is so damn good, they are masters of using money/trades/drafts to keep team going. Even them though struggled early on D, but seem to have gotten better thru the year.
Payton DID NOT hold the organization hostage for a new, bigger contract. The league office voided the extension he signed because of some of the language involved in the contract. Get your facts straight before you come here & make a fool of yourself.
You are the fool if you think he didn't get a raise, he could have simply signed the same deal again putting it back into place.
Its hilarious that some assclown would believe we would have been ok with Payton this year, with the WORST DEFENSE SINCE 1991 IN THE ENTIRE NFL.
You are a fool if you can't see that absence of Payton & how inconsistent the team was without him
quote:You obviously do not understand the dynamics of collective bargaining representation.
Payton did NO defend his actions like Vilma did, that should tell any sane person all he needs to know.
Drew Brees continues to give back after signing his whopper of a contract, this time by hiring a sno ball truck (snow cones for yous guys up north) to come by training camp for his teammates and fans.
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After more than 10 years of teamwork planning and two years of mapping genes, two separate research groups have announced the complete sequencing of the genomes of two of the major cacao tree varieties.
Much of the world's chocolate comes from cocoa beans harvested from the Theobroma cacao tree. The Forastero variety—used mainly in the bulk of the world's chocolate production, and Criollo—used for its exceptionally fine taste.
Unfortunately, almost all cacao trees are highly susceptible to disease and cacao growers are constantly fighting plant plagues and the disruption of the sources of supply.
Brazil's cacao crop, which once dominated the world market, was been decimated by a fungal blight known as witch's broom. The fungus probably co-evolved with the cacao tree in Amazonia. Once the domesticated trees were cultivated in fields of genetically similar plants, the fungus had a field day and spread uncontrollably.
So far, witch's broom and its equally destructive cousin, frosty pod, have not spread to cacao trees in Africa, where 70 percent of the world's cacao is now grown. The old world cacao fields are not disease-free, however. Other fungi, such as black pod, as well as viruses and insect plagues have also affected cocoa bean crops in Africa and now in the newer plantations in Southeast Asia.
Cocoa bean shortages resulting from these plagues cost farmers an estimated $700 million in losses each year and are of particular to concern to larger candy companies which account for more than three-quarters of all the chocolate products sold in the United States each year.
To help ensure the health of cacao trees all over the world, two years ago Mars and Hershey announced separate plans to fund the sequencing of the cacao tree genome. The group that received funds from Mars and the U.S. Department of Agriculture went after the Forastero genome while Hershey partnered with Penn State University and CIRAD, a French agency based in Paris that studies agricultural issues in developing countries, to work on the Criollo genome.
The goal isn't to produce genetically modified candy bars. Rather, by sequencing the cacao tree genome, geneticists are providing plant breeders all over the world with a powerful new tool known as marker-assisted selection (MAS) that can be used to accelerate the breeding process for disease resistance and other valuable traits like drought tolerance and even flavor and texture.
Having the cacao genome in hand could also provide a unique opportunity to study genetic interactions between pathogens and hosts. Since scientists already have the genomes of witches broom and frosty pod allowing them to find the genetic triggers underlying the infection, that could be a very useful weapon in fighting disease.
However, even with these advancements, there is much work that remains to be done. The next step, identifying molecular markers, is a complicated and painstaking process. Sequencing is the easy part. Assembling the genome and identifying the markers is really the art form. It's kind of like assembling a 3-dimensional jigsaw puzzle—one for each of the 10 chromosomes in the cacao genome, each comprised of 40 million puzzle pieces.
In the end, a team of 60 scientists working at 20 different institutes in six different countries were able to assemble 76 percent of the Criollo genome and identify 96 percent of the genes. The Forastero genome project met with even greater success, with 92 percent of the genome assembled, including 35,000 genes.
While the two simultaneous projects might recall the infamous race between Celera Genomics and the publicly financed Human Genome Project to sequence the human genome, both cacao genome groups compliment each other for providing the opportunity to compare the two closely related Forastero and Criollo varieties.
The Forastero genome recently became available online and the Criollo sequence will be posted on the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) website, also home to the human genome.
Both groups intend to continue perfecting their respective sequences, while moving into the next stage of translating the roughly 420 million-unit DNA sequences into heartier cacao plants around the world.
It's not only about helping chocolate manufacturers make better products; it should also help farmers create a more reliable crop that can be grown in an environmentally sustainable way.
That's great news for 3.5 million substance farmers who depend on growing cacao for a living, and for chocolate-loving people who can look forward to enjoying great chocolate for years to come.


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Cheese Making 201'Beyond the Basics'
Learn more about the concepts involved in cheesemaking rather than following a fixed recipe.
Learn about the follow up.. such as rind development and cave aging with an emphasis on natural rinds.
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From the North or South: Take I-91 toward Greenfield MA. Take exit 24 (Rt2-A toward MA-2 West, North Adams). Enter the roundabout and take exit onto MA-2 W (Mohawk Trail) for 8.61 miles (just past State Police station). Turn LEFT onto MAPLE ST. Take next LEFT onto BRIDGE ST, then turn RIGHT onto HIGH ST. #11 is on the right-Use driveway to left of house or park on street.
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Consider writing a mission statement for your local association. If your local has a mission statement, consider posting it here.
According to Wikipedia, a mission statement is a statement of the purpose of a company, organization or person -- its reason for existing.
The mission statement should guide the actions of the organization, spell out its overall goal, provide a path, and guide decision-making. It provides "the framework or context within which the organization's strategies are formulated." It's like a goal for what the company wants to do for the world.
Mission statements often include the following information:
-- Aim(s) of the organization.
-- The organization's primary stakeholders: clients/customers, shareholders, congregation, etc.
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-- A declaration of an organization's sole core purpose. A mission statement answers the question, "Why do we exist?"


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Gonzaga History 1913-1940
|Gonzaga's Students Army
Training Corp, 1918
When the United States officially entered World War I in 1917, Gonzaga students wanted to enlist and join the war effort. President James Brogan, S.J., looked for ways to keep them on campus. Initially, he persuaded officers at Fort Wright to provide drill instructors. Gonzaga then negotiated with the Department of War to establish a Students Army Training Corps (SATC) that began in the fall of 1918. For that program, selected students and faculty were sent to the Presidio in San Francisco for 60 days of training. Afterward, these students and teachers would help officers assigned to Gonzaga.
This program allowed students from ages 18-21 to continue their schooling and at the same time prepare themselves for the nation's service. Rifles, uniforms, and other equipment were sent. The 350 students who joined received the rank and pay of a private. In the program's first month, Capt. Theophilus Steele replaced Col. W. R. Abercrombie as commandant and Abercrombie was reassigned. After the armistice was signed, the SATC disbanded in December 1918.
Later, a certificate was sent to Gonzaga in November 1921from the adjutant general. It stated: "This is to certify that Gonzaga University, in a spirit of patriotism and of devotion to country, rendered efficient and loyal service in connection with The World War through the establishment and operation at that institution of a unit of the Students Army Training Corps."
|President James Brogan,
Gonzaga President 1913-1920;
Photo courtesy of the Jesuit
Oregon Province Archives, 1084.03
After the War's end, Gonzaga began its first "Greater Gonzaga" campaign to help finances. President Brogan took the lead. By 1919, 563 students attended the university with 274 of them living on campus. The university needed a $150,000 dormitory building and to pay off its $120,000 debt, which it had carried for 15 years. Despite the efforts of many, only $100,000 was donated. This was applied to the debt.
|Gonzaga High School
Graduation Class, 1920.
Bing is in the second row,
second from right
During this time, Bing Crosby and his older brothers attended Gonzaga High School and Gonzaga University as day students. Bing graduated from high school in 1920 and began to study law at the university. He was involved with many extracurricular activities. He left in 1924 to pursue music instead of law. He kept close ties to his alma mater while becoming a nationally recognized entertainer. He credited his success from his Gonzaga education.
|GU versus Washington
State College, 1923
|Football Stadium,
about 1922
|Babe Ruth with
Gonzaga football coach
Clipper Smith, 1928
|Early bulldog mascot, 1920s
|Knights of the Kennel, 1924-1925
The Knights of the Kennel, ancestors to today's Knights, began in September 1924. Their purpose was to take over the obligations of the former G-Club. This included keeping order and ushering at all athletic events, greeting visiting teams, and providing them hospitality. The group was limited to freshmen and sophomores.
|Golgotha Passion Play, 1924
|Mike Pecarovich
as Judas, 1924
|DeSmet Hall, 1927
By 1922, the grade school department had been dissolved at Gonzaga, leaving the High School and University sections. By 1926, a separate high school administration was formally established, although it shared the same president as the university. By 1954 the high school, now called Gonzaga Prep, left campus for its own site.
In the 1920s, Gonzaga like other institutions shortened the school year to nine months instead of ten. This allowed Gonzaga to open a Summer School program in 1924. This program grew out of a response for requests from teachers and others for college work outside the regular weekday schedule. Immediately, the program grew. At first women students had to attend Gonzaga's classes at Holy Names Academy, but by 1928 the Gonzaga summer classrooms were open to women undergraduates, which included numerous nuns.
With the addition of Extension School, which offered Saturday, evening classes, and correspondence courses for teachers, Gonzaga officially opened its School of Education in 1928. This new school offered courses to three groups of students: undergraduate students, graduate students, and the extension group of local working teachers. The first Dean was Maurice Flaherty, who left for theological studies to become a Jesuit. Upon his return five years later, he was Dean for 25 years. Through his efforts, the School of Education became a major department.
|Lyle Moore, 1927
|Glee Club, 1939-1940
|Engineering students,
|Bing Crosby with family after
receiving Honorary Degree
from Gonzaga, 1937
|Bulldogs of Gonzaga, Sheet Music, 1937
|Bing Crosby with Gonzaga Football Team, 1937
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Canadian teams determined for qualification round at Quebec Open Jeep tournament
QUEBEC CITY – The four Canadian teams for the men's and women's qualifying rounds were determined Tuesday as action got underway at the $380,000 Quebec Open Jeep beach volleyball tournament. The competition is the only Canadian stop on the FIVB World Tour Circuit.
In the men's country quota competition, Simon Fecteau-Boutin of Lévis, Que., and Cameron Wheelan of Barrie, Ont.; Maverick Hatch of Comox, B.C., and Sam Schachter of Toronto; Andrew Hinchey of Oshawa, Ont., and Ryan Vandenburg of Toronto and Felipe Humana-Paredes and Grant O'Gorman, both of Toronto, of all won their matches to advance to Wednesday's qualifying draw.
Fecteau-Boutin and Wheelan are in their first season as partners. ''We got lucky with the draw,'' said Fecteau-Boutin. ''The two young players we played against have a lot of talent but we capitalized on their inexperience. Cameron and I go more to the attack. We clicked right away and we get along great.''
In women's country quota competition, the four Canadian pairs advancing are Jaime Broder of Victoria and Ashley Voth of Winnipeg; Victoria Altomare and Melissa Humana-Paredes, both of Toronto; Rebecca Billings of Ottawa and Kristina Vlcek of Toronto and Victoria Cowley and Alexandra Mingay, both of Toronto.
The single elimination qualification tournaments on Wednesday will determine the final eight spots in the 32-team double elimination main draws which will be held on Thursday through Sunday. The semifinals will conclude play on Saturday and medal matches will be played Sunday afternoon with $30,000 first-place prizes on the line.
The venue for the open tournament is I'Externat St-Jean Berchmans and Seminaire des Peres Maristes.
Canadians will have a very strong presence in the event with three already pre-seeded into the main draw.
Canada's men's main draw teams are Christian Redmann of Toronto and Ben Saxton of Calgary;Josh Binstock and Richard Van Huizen both of Toronto and Martin Reader of Comox, B.C., and Chaim Schalk of Red Deer, Alta.
Canada's women's main draw teams are Marie-Andree Lessard of Ville LaSalle, Que., and Annie Martin of Sherbrooke, Que.; Heather Bansley and Elizabeth Maloney both of Toronto and Kacie MacTavish of Sharon, Ont., and Julie Rodrigue of Quebec City.
The powerful international field will include Americans Phil Dalhausser and Todd Rogers the 2008 Olympic champions and 2010 World Tour champions.
The Tour has been held in Canada in seven previous occasions (three in Toronto and four in Montreal). For ticket info visit: www.quebecopenjeep.com
The full draw and schedule is available at http://www.fivb.org/EN/BeachVolleyball/Competitions/WorldTour/2011/Event/index.asp?TournCode=MQUE2011
More information: www.quebecopenjeep.com and www.volleyball.ca


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By Johanna Bennett
All eyes are fixed on gold prices. But as the WSJ pointed out earlier this week, precious metals with industrial uses – platinum and palladium — have been rising amid tightening supply outlooks and rising investment appeal.
And palladium has fared the best of the precious metal lot.
At $748/oz, palladium's spot price has risen 6% since the start of 2013, while platinum and gold prices have fallen. And at $73, the ETFS Physical Palladium Shares (PALL) have climbed 18% since June 28, compared to 8% gains by both the ETFS Physical Platinum Shares (PPLT) and the SPDR Gold Trust (GLD).
And at Citigroup, palladium remains "our favored metal within the precious metals space. In a 141-page note published Monday, the firm predicted that palladium prices may average $850/oz in the fourth quarter of 2013.


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And so, as Tiny Tim observed, "God Bless us!! Everyone!!''
A Christmas Carol - Charles Dickens (1843)
I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas
Good morning or afternoon to all Hope everyone is enjoying these last few precious days of our season
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Strong demand for oil in nations outside of troubled Europe helped to push down Britain's trade deficit in December but economists warned that this may not last for long.
The UK's trade deficit in goods narrowed to £8.9 billion, from £9.3 billion in November, according to the Office for National Statistics. Exports to the European Union were down by 4.8 per cent as the ongoing debt crisis continues to dampen demand, but this was offset by exports to the rest of the world jumping 11.7 per cent.
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Excellent Chinese cuisine, wide variety of menu choices, great service and very affordable for all.
This 61 room facility is located just off I-57 and Illinois Route 16, and has a variety of restaurants within walking distance. Attractions nearby include the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site and the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Museum. Free Wi-Fi, business center, free breakfast bonanza, and pet-friendly. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.
Baymont Inn & Suites - Mattoon
Consider our Baymont Inn & Suites Mattoon hotel your home base during your stay in Mattoon. Conveniently located off Interstate 57, the hotel is just minutes away from local destinations like Lake Mattoon, Fox Ridge Park and Rockome Gardens. Each guest room comes with homestyle amenities to make your stay relaxing. Take advantage of amenities like free Wi-Fi Internet access and our heated indoor swimming pool and hot tub. After a peaceful rest, start your day with free continental breakfast before starting your Illinois adventure.
Take one-hour seasonal tours through Syngenta Seeds, a soybean processing plant.
Located 14 miles southwest of Decatur off Route 48 near Blue Mound. Hike the trail up the glacial kame to the observation deck for sweeping view of the prairie. Picnic facilities and playground.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham - Decatur
60 all suites hotel, each providing a fully equipped kitchen, sofa bed and desk, 24 hour courtesy van available, full hot breakfast, and business center.
Newly opened restaurant-bar located in completely remodeled, renovated downtown building. Serving everything from appetizers to dinners, salads, burgers, kids menu, pizza, hotdogs, soft drinks, and alcohol. Lots of TVs to watch your favorite sport teams.
Kaeuper Hall at Millikin University
Kaeuper Hall is located in the Perkinson Music Center. The 167-seat auditorium was named after Hermann Kaeuper, the first Director of the School of Music. The handicapped accessible hall hosts weekly School of Music recitals, guest instrumental and vocal performances, opera rehearsals, and other intimate concerts.
Specialized in casseroles, quiches, soups, salads and desserts all made from scratch on premises. Setting: a 1901 Sears-Roebuck ordered catalogue house.
Eight miles northwest of Windsor, Wolf Creek State Park encompass 11,100 acres of water, 250 miles of shoreline and large tracts of carefully maintained indigenous woodlands ideal for camping, horseback riding, snowmobiling, boat fishing, water skiing, pontoon boating, windsurfing or just plain bobbing and drifting on the glittering expanse of the lake itself. In addition to visiting the small, friendly wooded campgrounds or taking part in the action on the lake, swimming is available from the beach. You can also take a leisurely stroll through nearby forests. An abundance of deer, pheasant, rabbits, wild turkey and songbirds are almost always visible.
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The path begins at Forsyth Village Hall and winds around Forsyth Pkwy.
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This Forsyth location has 56 rooms with restaurants within walking distance. Amenities include indoor pool, sauna/whirlpool, free movie channel, free breakfast, kitchen facilities, and handicapped accessibility.
Three galleries on the Millikin University Campus feature changing one-artist exhibits during the academic year. The Perkinson Gallery hosts a wide range of exhibitions that focus on work by professional artists from Illinois and the Midwest, in addition to work by artists with national recognition. The gallery has 2,000 square feet of floor space, with 132 linear feet of wall space. Patrons may view the displayed work for free, Monday through Friday from noon to 5 pm. The Lower Gallery focuses on photographic works. Student artists display their works in the Studio Gallery. The Lower and Studio Galleries are open Monday-Friday from 8 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm Free admission.
Country Inn & Suites - Decatur
Located near shopping and restaurants, the Country Inn & Suites has 72 rooms including nonsmoking, handicap, and 23 full suites to accommodate guests. There is free wireless internet access throughout the hotel and in each guest room. All guest rooms have free HBO, microwave and refrigerators. Guests may enjoy our hot breakfast, served daily, the fully equipped business center, indoor pool, fitness center, sauna, and whirlpool. Need a ride? We have a free airport shuttle. Meeting space is available, accommodating training sessions, workshops, business meetings, banquets and receptions. Our efficient and friendly staff is waiting to serve you.
Hickory Point was designed by leading golf course architect Larry Packard. It features flat, wide fairways, a lighted driving range and a special six-hole short course for beginners and youth.
Official Illinois cabin featuring Illinois information literature, Lincoln memorabilia, Illinois artisans and Illinois food products and souvenirs.
Timberlake Golf Course in Sullivan, IL is a public golf course that opened in 1960. Designed by Robert B. Harris, Timberlake Golf Course measures 3045 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 105 and a 34.7 USGA rating. The course features 3 sets of tees for different skill levels.
Our establishment provides a culinary experience close to home with a good selection of toppings. It's a place to meet friends or to have a bite to eat, where you'll always be sure to get a good value. Don't forget to include our warm, fresh-baked breadsticks too! Dine-In, Pick-Up or have it Delivered. Your order will be ready to go, fast and delicious!
Small town restaurant featuring American & Mexican food.
Breakfast and lunch, coffees, ice cream and pastries.
North Gallery - Rock Springs Nature Center
This gallery showcases the works of local artists in various media.
Housed in a closed school, this historic brick school building has found a new purpose. It now houses the Country School Market with consignment rooms with antiques, crafts, collectibles, jewelry, books, furniture, railroad items, farm toys, and much more.
Hickory Point is truly a course for both beginning and competitive golfers. The flat, wide fairways are perfect for learning, while long distances and the ever-present wind provide challenge for more experienced golfers. Hickory Point features a lighted driving range and special six-hole short course for beginning and youth golfers.
Sand Creek is a 755-acre open space site located just south of Decatur off South Franklin Street. Hike the trails to the bluff overlooking Sand Creek for panoramic view of the countryside. Over 7.5 total miles with varying difficulty. Open to hikers & horseback riders.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Mattoon
Conveniently located at I-57 between Champaign and Effingham. Indoor pool and fitness center.
Best Western Plus Green Mill Village Hotel & Suites
Beautiful brand new hotel and conference center that has 68 rooms and suites available and features over 4,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space. Indoor pool, deluxe fitness center and easy on and off access to I-57. Located at 917 Green Mill Rd.
Come by and enjoy some of the best food, service and friendliness in Downtown Decatur. We serve breakfast all day, have daily homemade pies and a wonderful selection of soups, salads, sandwiches and specials.
Fireside Grille at the Decatur Conference Center & Hotel
The Fireside Grille offers a variety of menu items ranging from breakfast buffets on the weekend, to daily specials and menu service 7 days a week.
The Farmhouse Family Restaurant
The Farmhouse seats 92 people and has a reputation in the area for "down-home" cooking. There are lunch buffets daily and Friday and Saturday breakfast and dinner buffets.
Days Inn & Conference Center - Mattoon
123 room facility located in Mattoon, IL. Located just off Interstate 57 and a short drive from Charleston, Eastern Illinois University, Lake Shelbyville, Tuscola and Amish Country.
We offer select cuts of prime rib, steaks, veal and seafood. Since 1993 Binion's Steakhouses have tantalized tens of thousands of steak-loving casino enthusiasts. Everything is prepared by master chefs, plated with impeccable attention to detail and complemented with an extensive wine list. In Horseshoe Casino.
"The Best Motel by a Dam Site" located across from the Lake Shelbyville Dam, on the Kaskaskia River. Twenty-One 2-3 bed units with Wi-Fi, microwave, refrigerator, TV, hair dryer, Jacuzzi suite available. All rooms are ground floor. Free electric hook-ups for over 30 boats. Excellent location for fisherman, boaters, water skiers, sunbathers, picnickers and passers by. Bait Shop.
A baker's delight, this small cafe offers different flavors every day of the week. With unique cupcakes such as banana split, orange dreamsicle, margarita, along with everyday flavors. There are also unique cookie bars, cookies, cakes, and more along with coffees and teas. They will design unique creations for your party or get together or they can host your party right there in the shop.
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Iron Horse Golf Club features an 18-hole links style championship golf course with bent grass tees, fairways and greens. Iron Horse provides a challenge to the low handicapper and a fun, playable golf course for the high handicapper.
Visit the museum's beautiful grounds and see a collection of over 10,000 items that include sea shells, primitive furniture and antique glassware.
Small hotel located near the outlet mall. Pet friendly.
Traditional diner serving all the best of breakfast and lunch daily, along with catering of scrumptuous dinners for large and small groups.
Sometimes called the "shot-maker's" course, Scovill Golf Club is hilly and tree-lined. Golfers will enjoy the manicured fairways surrounded by natural plantings on Decatur's only Audubon sanctioned course. Scovill was designed by Tom Bendelow and redesigned by Dick Nugent. Scovill was named on one of the top 100 women-friendly course in the United States by Golf for Women. It is also the course most frequented by out-of-town golfers.
The African-American Cultural & Geneological Society of Illinois Museum (AACGS)
AACGS promotes and provides resources and education on the history of the African American. Embracing all cultures, it offers genealogy workshops, museum displays, storytelling, essay and poetry contests, and the promotion of Cultural Arts.
Largest showroom in the area for Amish-crafted furniture.
74 rooms, free continental breakfast. Cable TV with HBO. Two floors with exterior corridor. Suites are available. Handicap accessible.
Good food all week long w/karaoke on Thursdays. Come in and join us for a good time.
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Skip to comments.Science Stunned by Virgin of Guadalupe´s Eyes
Posted on 10/16/2001 10:09:15 PM PDT by topher
Engineer Sees a Reflection, Literally, From a Scene in 1531
ROME, JAN. 14, 2001 (ZENIT.org) .- Digital technology is giving new leads in understanding a phenomenon that continues to puzzle science: the mysterious eyes of the image of Virgin of Guadalupe.
The image, imprinted on the tilma of a 16th-century peasant, led millions of indigenous Indians in Mexico to convert to the Catholic faith. Last week in Rome, results of research into the famed image were discussed by engineer José Aste Tonsmann of the Mexican Center of Guadalupan Studies during a conference at the Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum.
For over 20 years, this graduate of environmental systems engineering of Cornell University has studied the image of the Virgin left on the rough maguey fiber fabric of Juan Diegos tilma. What intrigued Tonsmann the most were the eyes of the Virgin.
Though the dimensions are microscopic, the iris and the pupils of the images eyes have imprinted on them a highly detailed picture of at least 13 people, Tonsmann said. The same people are present in both the left and right eyes, in different proportions, as would happen when human eyes reflect the objects before them.
Tonsmann says he believes the reflection transmitted by the eyes of the Virgin of Guadalupe is the scene on Dec. 9, 1531, during which Juan Diego showed his tilma, with the image, to Bishop Juan de Zumárraga and others present in the room.
In his research, Tonsmann used a digital process used by satellites and space probes in transmitting visual information.
He insists that the image "that has not been painted by human hand." As early as the 18th century, scientists showed that it was impossible to paint such an image in a fabric of that texture. The "ayate" fibers used by the Indians, in fact, deteriorated after 20 years. Yet, the image and the fabric it is imprinted on have lasted almost 470 years ago.
Tonsmann pointed out that Richard Kuhn, a Nobel Prize winner in chemistry, has found that the image did not have natural, animal or mineral colorings. Given that there were no synthetic colorings in 1531, the image is inexplicable.
In 1979, Americans Philip Callahan and Jody B. Smith studied the image with infrared rays and discovered to their surprise that there was no trace of paint and that the fabric had not been treated with any kind of technique.
"[How] it is possible to explain this image and its consistency in time without colors, on a fabric that has not been treated?" Tonsmann asked. "[How] is it possible that, despite the fact there is no paint, the colors maintain their luminosity and brilliance?"
Tonsmann, a Peruvian engineer, added, "Callahan and Smith showed how the image changes in color slightly according to the angle of viewing, a phenomenon that is known by the word iridescence, a technique that cannot be reproduced with human hands."
The scientist began his study in 1979. He magnified the iris of the Virgins eyes 2,500 times and, through mathematical and optical procedures, was able to identify all the people imprinted in the eyes.
The eyes reflect the witnesses of the Guadalupan miracle, the moment Juan Diego unfurled his tilma before the bishop, according to Tonsmann. In other words, the Virgins eyes have the reflection that would have been imprinted in the eyes of any person in her position.
In the eyes, Tonsmann believes, it is possible to discern a seated Indian, who is looking up to the heavens; the profile of a balding, elderly man with a white beard, much like the portrait of Bishop Zumárraga, painted by Miguel Cabrera, to depict the miracle; and a younger man, in all probability interpreter Juan González.
Also present, Tonsmann believes, is an Indian, likely Juan Diego, of striking features, with a beard and mustache, who unfolds his own tilma before the bishop; a woman of dark complexion, possibly a Negro slave who was in the bishops service; and a man with Spanish features who looks on pensively, stroking his beard with his hand.
In a word, the Virgins eyes bear a kind of instant picture of what occurred at the moment the image was unveiled in front of the bishop, Tonsmann says.
Moreover, in the center of the pupils, on a much more reduced scale, another scene can be perceived, independent of the first, the scientist contends. It is that of an Indian family made up of a woman, a man and several children. In the right eye, other people who are standing appear behind the woman.
Tonsmann ventured to express why he believes the Virgins eyes have a "hidden" message for modern times, when technology is able to discover it. "This could be the case of the picture of the family in the center of the Virgins eye," he says, "at a time when the family is under serious attack in our modern world."
The Virgin of Guadalupe is a remarkable story even in 1531. But it defies scientific explanation today.
How was an image so real put on cactus cloth (a cloak made from cactus fibers) and yet has not decayed in almost 500 years.
The trick of this story is looking in a mirror at the pupils of your eye. You will see the reflection of yourself in your eye.
Yet the pupils of this image shows a scene that is hard to describe. It is even possible to get a clear image of Juan Diego. Who is Juan Diego? He is Saint Diego. And a city in California (in Espanol) is named after him -- for in spanish -- Saint Diego becomes San Diego.
The tilma of the story is the cactus cloth cloth of Juan Diego. A beautiful woman had appeared to him a few times and told him to tell the bishop to build a church on the spot where the woman was appearing to him. The woman, though not a "divine creature", gave him a way to prove to the bishop to get the bishop to build the church. The way was the miracle of the tilma -- special roses the "heavenly lady" told Juan to take to the bishop and show to the bishop. So the bishop is also in the pupil of Juan Diego.
These are images that should be released to the public so we can decide for ourselves.
One other point of this story (not the story above, but of the story of the Virgin of Guadalupe) is that thousands of Indians over hundreds of years touched the image.
Further, the image of Guadalupe sent a message that the Lady is "standing on the god of the Indians of Mexico" and killing that god. Further, the Virgin (Lady) is looking up to a more "powerful" being. She is also pregnant, and dressed in the "Jewish tradition of an expectant mother". This would mean she is the mother of Jesus pregnant with Jesus (carrying Jesus in her womb).
Funny you asked. There are photos and paintings and all sorts of reproductions of Our Lady of Guadalupe but they say that they in no way approximate the actual picture on the Tilma. I have a picture of her though right here in my office.
It is a book by Francis Johnston on Guadalupe. Guess I need to scan these.
Does your mother dress as nicely as the Virgin of Guadalupe and show as good a taste? Hopefully so.
When you're ready to talk about it I'll be around.
Also, I wondered how you can tell that she is pregnant, since there doesn't appear to be any form to her garments.
Your remark doesn't have a pleasant odor.
There was once a very brilliant protestant theologian. His name -- Scott Hahn. At the age of 26 (or maybe 28), he was offered a teaching position at a very good protestant seminary. It was literally the dream of his life.
He, for a long time, thought as you did.
He converted to the Catholic religion.
When he got deep in the Old Testament and what HONOR THY FATHER AND MOTHER MEANT, he found out that if you wish to honor the mother of Jesus, you would "glorify her", as this would please Jesus.
Also, you contradict scripture with your terminology.
Jesus said: "Do not give what is holy to the unworthy."
Jesus said: "Only a good tree can produce good fruit and a bad tree, bad fruit."
From the first reference of Jesus, only the most worthy woman of all time could be the mother of Jesus Christ.
The second reference implies that such a woman is of such a good tree, that only good can come from her."
Finally, there is a story of a wedding in the Bible. It is the story of the wedding at Cana. Who asked Jesus to help the unfortunate couple when they ran out of wine? And what was Jesus' response.
Well, in case you don't know and are not very familar with the BIBLE, it was Mary.
She asked Jesus, and Jesus said: "Mother, it is not my time." Then Mary told the servants: "Do whatever He tells you." With that, the water was transformed into wine, and the public life of Jesus was BEGUN.
Honoring, and talking to your guardian angel is not wrong. Honoring and talking to a very powerful person in heaven is not wrong either.
But DEFILING THE MOTHER OF GOD IS TRULY WRONG AND BLASPEMOUS!!!! BE WARNED.
There are those who think of what the Catholic Church stands for, and those who have lived in the Catholic Church.
Since you are the former, you are ignorant of the Church's ways.
Finally, there is another thread, where the Eastern Church and the Roman Catholic Church worked to preserve the body of St Luke. It is proving to be authenic by a number of tests the skeleton found in Padua, Italy to be that of the Evangelist Luke. What member of the Protestant faith participated in that.... Preserving the tradition and heritage of the Roman Catholic Church.
By "infinite images", I mean that images can be expanded as infinited as our "primitive science" allows (compared to what heaven can do, science is limited and lacks understanding, especially of such special images).
You've gotten flamed by some here - expect more before you do damage control ;)
I consider Mary to be my mother -- Jesus gave her to me on the cross ("Woman this is your son, and son this is your mother"). Anyone who is a member of her Son's church is one of her children, who she can defend -- not because she is divine, but the favor she has with God the Father, the Holy Spirit, and Jesus (all three persons of the Trinity). Show me a person in the Bible who an angel appears to and says "Hail to you, you are full of grace". And then the response of Mary that though she is the "Handmaid of the Lord", that "God has done great things for me".
God gives her angels and favors because of her position in heaven. Remember, the mother of the sons of Thunder, James and John, asked Jesus that they be allowed to sit at the right and left of Jesus in Heaven. Jesus responded that He does not have authority to say who will sit at His right or left hand -- only the Father can say that.
This clearly implies THAT THERE ARE POWERFUL POSITIONS in heaven. And by other scripture, it can be proven that Mary is very powerful not only when she was of this world but was to be very powerful in heaven.
That does not make her divine, but makes a person of heaven who the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit may grant favors for those on earth.
She is my mother as much as my other mother.
This is why Jesus NEVER SPOKE OF ABORTION. Having children was always valued in Jewish tradition. Rachel lamenting how barren she is, for example. And the rejoicing at the birth of children in the Old Testament.
Father Mitch Pacwa would be a good source if I could pull some favors with some Jesuits who know him.
Disgraceful. I have read some of your replys on other threads. Obviously, they have not made a very big impression on me as I don't recall which threads and what your positions were. However, with this comment of yours...well, suffice it to say that I am not impressed and hold your judgement in very low regard as most who view it do as well, IMHO.
I think an apology is in order and I think you should present it without delay.
Jesus said: "Only a good tree can produce good fruit and a bad tree, bad fruit."
Do you have the Chapter and verses for these two statements?
You're a nutcase. I have reams of files and notes to prove it.
Senator, use your Vulcan disruptor grip on him.
Now for the mind beam.
(and an "I didn't know about the Virgin of Guadalupe" bump)
Although a great fan of Isaac Newton, who replicated and extensively studied the phenomenon of iridescence (Optics, Book II), I must protest this attempt to elevate him to the status of a divinity.
You misspelled "2001". Not that there's much chance of it stopping this year, of course.
Oh good grief, you're stalking people here? Sheesh!
No. The stars were painted onto the original image years later.
Don't dis the Mother of God.
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