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By DIANE BERKEYRichland, Wash.
School vouchers are the ultimate anti-discrimination device. Funny, liberals tend to paint themselves as the champions of the poor, the oppressed, and yet their actions ensure that only the rich can afford private schools. In fact, it seems that the political and social leaders who are the most virulently opposed to school choice seldom send their own children to public schools.
Why would a parent vote against freedom of choice? Why would anyone throw away options? Every child is so different, and for that reason alone, there should be many alternatives - for everyone, not just the rich. Perhaps the public school is better, but what if it isn't? Shouldn't we have the right to put our children someplace exceptional?
I am writing from another (blue) state, where the hope for vouchers burns pretty dim. The only chance we have here is if a forward-thinking state, preferably Utah, shows that it can be done, and sets the precedent. You have it within your power to start something incredible nationwide. The future of millions of children is in your hands this election.
When in doubt, opt for more freedom. Make our Founding Fathers proud.


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Kenneth Cole Reaction Take Note Slip-On
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The Take Note loafer from Kenneth Cole Reaction is the ultimate blend of sporty and stylish. Pair this slip-on with a suit for a trendy office look, or with denim for a casual day out.
- Leather upper
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Location: Houston
April 01, 2014
Good looking shoes
"I bought these for my husband and he loved them! They look great with jeans or slacks. I'd recommend these for any man looking for a good slip-on shoe."
By: GBev
Location: Desoto
September 14, 2013
"These shoes are very comfortable. I received lots of compliments on the simple stylishness. Looks good under jeans."
By: iheartshz
Location: Orange County, CA
July 19, 2013
"I bought this pair for my significant other. He loves the look, but complains they are a bit tight and run small. He will be exchanging for half size larger."
By: Rahtice
Location: Istanbul
June 20, 2013
Fell Apart
"They look great and my husband was very happy with them when they arrived. However, after less than 3 months the front of the shoe has partially separated from the rubber sole - making them unwearable. Considering they are more expensive than some others I have bought and didn't last I would not recommend to others."
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About the GLSEN Day of Silence
The GLSEN Day of Silence is a national day of action in which students across the country vow to take a form of silence to call attention to the silencing effect of anti-LGBT bullying and harassment in schools.
Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards creating safer schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. From the first-ever Day of Silence at the University of Virginia in 1996, to the organizing efforts in over 8,000 middle schools, high schools, colleges and universities across the country in 2008, its textured history reflects its diversity in both numbers and reach.
Organizing for Day of Silence
Organizing a Day of Silence (DOS) activity or event can be a positive tool for change-both personally and community-wide. By taking a vow of silence, you're making a powerful statement about the important issue of anti-LGBT bullying, and when you organize others to join you that message becomes stronger.
Your Rights
While you DO have a right to participate in the GLSEN Day of Silence between classes and before and after school, you may NOT have the right to stay silent during instructional time if a teacher requests for you to speak. According to Lambda Legal, "Under the Constitution, public schools must respect students' right to free speech. The right to speak includes the right not to speak, as well as the right to wear buttons or T-shirts expressing support for a cause." However, this right to free speech doesn't extend to classroom time. "If a teacher tells a student to answer a question during class, the student generally doesn't have a constitutional right to refuse to answer." We remind participants that students who talk with their teachers ahead of time are more likely to be able to remain silent during class.
Find more Lambda Legal advice here
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If you think your rights are not being respected, or want to report your experience of resistant administration,
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The Truth about the Day of Silence
As the GLSEN Day of Silence continues to grow, some people have confused the mission and goals of the action. Clear up any misinformation by reading
The Truth about the Day of Silence
How to Organize Your Day of Silence
Breaking the Silence
Countdown to Day of Silence
Addressing the Resistance
Ideas for Getting Your School Involved
Tips for the Last Minute Organizer
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Selfie Sign (Color)
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Lambda Legal Student Rights FAQ
ACLU Letter to Schools About Day of Silence
For general inquiries about the GLSEN Day of Silence or questions about organizing:
call: 212-727-0135
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Brooklyn Community Pride Center
Buckeye Region Anti-Violence Organization (BRAVO)
CAMBAs Project Accept LGBTQ Youth (ALY)
CenterLink: The Community of LGBT Centers
Civil Rights Memorial Center
El Paso Safe Schools Texas
Empire State Pride Agenda
Face to Face Health and Counseling Service
Familia es Familia
Futures Without Violence
Gay Youth Milwaukee
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) Network
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Lotus Rising Project
National Association for Education of Young Children
National Center for Lesbian Rights
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National Runaway Switchboard
NOH8 Campaign
Not In Our Town
OutFront Minnesota
PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center
PFLAG National
Progressive Leadership Alliance of Nevada (PLAN)
Point Foundation
Rainbow Alley - GLBT Community Center of Colorado
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The Trevor Project
Time Out Youth Center
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Why is good-looking drapery hardware so hard to find? We knew we were missing something, so we turned to members of the Remodelista Architect/Designer Directory to fill us in on their favorites.
Above: SF interior designer Nicole Hollis likes custom-made bronze curtain hardware from Tuell & Reynolds. Shown here is their Newport Drapery Hardware in medium bronze.
Above: Portland, Oregon, interior designer Jessica Helgerson likes Jonathan Browning Studio's Coin Edge Drapery Hardware, shown in antique bronze. We agree; we featured the line in Curtain Call: World's Most Beautiful Drapery Hardware.
Above: Dave Swetz of Butler Armsden Architects in San Francisco chose Browning's Langeais Drapery Hardware, which he calls "beautifully detailed and hard-lined contemporary hardware in a world of circles, rings, and rods." It's shown here in oil-rubbed bronze.
Above: In her own home, Nancy Madynski of San Francisco's Jeff King & Co. chose the recessed-mount Ripplefold system from Kirsch, "for a very clean, no-hardware look." It's also SF architect Neal Schwartz's go-to brand for curtain tracks.
Above: For an industrial look with a perfect fit, we like Bow Return Curtain Rods from Campbell Ironworks in New York State, handmade to order.
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The Reebok Larceny L9 Goalie Catcher is constructed with modern technology combined with proven traditional design features. The L9 catch glove offers sufficient protection for goalies playing up to the advanced levels of play.
Materials used on the Reebok L9 goalie glove are made from high grade synthetic leathers that are durable and offer a really high level of protection. Various foams are used throughout that offer superior shot damping in high impact areas and softer low density foams for comfort. Reebok's using plastic inserts in the palm, T closure, and injection molded articulating thumb providing improved shot dampening and protection. Nylon webbing is used in the offset single-T pocket giving the goalie excellent rebound control and visibility thru the pocket. Kineticfit technology allows the goalie to have fluid wrist movements while providing durability, and comfort in the wrist and palms areas.
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- Backhand - Leather velcro strap
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- Leather thumb and pinky strap adjustment
- Custom fit inside the molded thumb and pinky stall
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By COREY BLUEMELStaff Writer
Karen Biers, PhD from Utah State University Extension was the facilitator for a workshop presented at the recent Rural Economic Summit held in Castle Dale. She concentrated on informing those attending how to utilize the internet to promote their businesses.
With the introduction of the internet came a huge opportunity for entrepreneurs to earn a living from home. The internet has opened markets for local products to go global.
Depending on the type of website that is selected, a business person can handle advertising, take orders, sell, ship and handle returns from wherever home is located. There are other sites available who will handle all the financial transactions and guarantee security.
Websites selected by people who want to earn a living from home and work for themselves. A profit can be made if the right market is reached. An interactive website is one that offers some registration processes or forms where customers can give feedback, but transactions occur offline. Transactional websites are those that receive orders and process payments.
Integrated sites are completely integrated systems that have back to front end integration including fulfillment operations and workflow information. Fully automated processes are possible with little if any manual input on transactions.
As the decision is made that a person or business wants to reach new markets with a website, several questions require answers. First, objectives must be determined. Do you have something to sell? Is it a product or service? What sort of advertising do you need? Will you provide customer service or support? Will you provide useful information cost effectively? How will you reinforce your brand image? A final thought to remember is that only two percent of the business transacted is done on the web.
Before establishing your website, a business owner must first identify the target market. If your product is directed at teenagers, a design must be achieved that is catchy and appealing to that age group. The site must be designed with the area of service foremost, and then consider what the target market may expect when they arrived at the website. Design the site with the target market in mind. The final key to website design is to keep it simple. A website that is difficult to navigate or with no eye appeal will discourage many customers.
A domain name is of utmost consideration. When the name has been decided, hopefully something compatible with the business or company name, a person must apply for and register the domain name. There are many websites available to do the research and the registration, but prices vary, so shop around. Be sure to register the name for several years. If a successful business would let their domain name lapse, they could lose it to another company within minutes.
Another consideration is to renovate the site often. Most customers do not like busy sites with a lot of moving and distracting pictures and graphics, and they do not like the same thing over and over for months. Change the backgrounds often and make them interesting and appealing to the target market.
Biers suggested another way to reach new markets is to enter chatrooms that are specific to your product. Although most chatrooms do not allow blatant advertising, a service provider can talk with customers to get ideas for improving the product.
By creating and using email address books, a business can offer specials, sales and coupons to existing customers. With an email list, customers can also be notified of any upcoming promotions. When using email, make your subject brief and intriguing. Place the important words first. Everything can be explained in the text of the email if your subject line entices a potential customer to open the email.
In the body of the email, keep paragraphs short, no more than seven lines. Make your point in the first paragraph and be clear and concise. Do not make the line too long and make sure nothing is misspelled.
One more consideration for a web page is to include a What's New page. This will inform customers of anything that has recently been introduced that they may not know about. Use promotions such as free merchandise or contests. Customers enjoy being involved when they may receive a free gift.
Display a calendar of events that may involve your company or product. Let the customer know what is coming up for them to enjoy. A web page may also have helpful related link suggestions. You may also want to post a Tip of the Day. This may encourage customers to visit your site daily.
To close the workshop, Biers said, "Remember, you never get a second chance to make a first impression."


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Steve Madden Balet Flat
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Looking to dress up your outfit but ditch the heels? The Steve Madden Balet is a darling satin flat whose embellished cap toe adds a touch of pizzazz that will complete your polished look.
- Satin upper
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April 24, 2013
Good deal
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good afternoon everyone...happy rudolph day....
Hi friends, hope you re all good.
And so, as Tiny Tim observed, "God Bless us!! Everyone!!''
A Christmas Carol - Charles Dickens (1843)
I think, its a more difficult year for everyone this one.. Maybe each one of us has got a lot in mind and that probably brings people to thoughts that have not to do with Christmas, sometimes.
You know friend, I take me as an example.. Huge problems, that I never thought I would ever face. It needed only one year to destroy everything. There are times, I do not want to think of Christmas, or even speak to a friend, Im sure you know what I mean..
Of course, there are other people, that join forum only Christmas/December days.
I think, we are a great Christmas forum, I really believe that and what I like/love is that there are very good people/friends here.
And so, as Tiny Tim observed, "God Bless us!! Everyone!!''
A Christmas Carol - Charles Dickens (1843)
good evening everyone...hope you all had a fantastic day..good to see the regulars coming back again..hey tink...got my first cut done in the garden today...
Mornin' all!
Hope everyone has a great day!
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I was just wondering how do u make 'em?
i'm getting on in years lol so is there a simple way or will I actually need to work a bunch of hours to do a 3 minute clip?
I was just wondering how do u make 'em?
i'm getting on in years lol so is there a simple way or will I actually need to work a bunch of hours to do a 3 minute clip?
its simple. If you have a windows computer (not a mac), then thats simple. XD Go to:
(Free way. Dont need to buy a thing)
Start > All Programs > Windows Movie Maker
The rest from there is easy. Download the animes you want, or if you have them, go to the left side and locate: Import Video. Wait till its done then you can import more. You can always just import multiple videos instead of waiting, but they need to be in the same location. If you do have them imported, dont move them or you have to re-import.
After you have your video, import an audio/music file. Also found on the left side! Use a song you want, doesnt matter.
Once you have that all imported, down at the bottom, you'll see boxes of white. Blah, ignore those when making an amv. A little above those, you'll see a button for Show Timeline. Click it. Now you see where the Video, Audio/Music, and Time Overlay. Drag your song you want to use into the Audio/Music line. It will attach there. You can move, shorten it, etc as you want. At the top, you'll see a drop down arrow. Find the anime you want (the last thing you imported will be seen already).
Drag a clip of the anime into the Video spot. In the video spot, click the clip so its selected. Then go to
Clip > Audio > Mute
that way, you hear the music, not the words to the anime. =D just continue to do that till your satisfied.
(I should make a guide with pictures..xD)
:3 Oh but there is! I made a guide so others can see it also
Its a sticky!
Windows Movie Maker is fast but not as professional it is what i started off using
Conspiracy theory
Finally Ekess has Come back to Mangashare
Finally Ekess has Come back to Boredom Zone
Finally Ekess has Come back to The Corupted wish game
Finally Ekess has Come back Home.!
Spoiler!MangashareSpoiler!ForumsSpoiler!General DiscussionSpoiler!Boredom ZoneSpoiler!The Corupted wish gameSpoiler!OrSpoiler!
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the irc...pretty interesting stuff
* Woofcat punches Whitebeard in the kidneys
<Spades> kideny shot!
<ninjastik> ouch
* ninjastik punches himself in the liver
<Jink> whitebeard sold his kidneys
<Spades> ...
<Spades> why?
<ninjastik> it's how we're supposed to train for tkd
<ninjastik> they kick us in our livers so we build a resistance
<Jink> that makes no sense
<ninjastik> it doesn't work it just hurts like hell
<Jink> its like stabbing yourself to build up an immunity to gonorrhea
<ninjastik> lol?
Jink's Manga Picks
Shamo || Vinland Saga || Mirai Nikki || Dangu || Tokyo Red Hood
<Whitebeard> remember to use a condom
<Whitebeard> or you could get AIDS!Q
<ninjastik> :O
<Woofcat> Whitebeard, you don't know what a condom looks like
<Whitebeard> yes I do
<Whitebeard> I've seen it on tv!
<Whitebeard> and in manga
<Whitebeard> and in pornos
<Whitebeard> and in movies
<ninjastik> and in pornos
<ninjastik> the best one
<ninjastik> hentais
<ninjastik> actually
<Whitebeard> and i found them in my brothers drawer
<Whitebeard> but I didnt open the box >.>
<Whitebeard> because I didnt give enough of a shit!
<Jink> i have one in my closet
<NPG> ninjastik, no condoms in Hentai
<NPG> it's like
<ninjastik> yeah
<Jink> its crusted over
<Whitebeard> lol
<Whitebeard> what would be the point
<Woofcat> Whitebeard, if you went camping and got REALLY drunk and woke up with a condom in your ass would you say anything?
<ninjastik> it's mostly horses and stuff
<Whitebeard> I doubt people in Hentai get STDs
<Whitebeard> LOL
<Whitebeard> that would be hilarious
<NPG> etc
<Whitebeard> yea
<Jink> lmfao
<NPG> or like
<NPG> stfu bitch
<ninjastik> you guys are freaking me out
<Jink> AND THAT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME
<Whitebeard> Hentai is funnier than it is erotic
<NPG> condoms are for sissies
<NPG> *rape*
<NPG> or like
<ninjastik> this discussion is scary
<Jink> omfg
<Whitebeard> >.>
<Jink> did you ever watch dubbed hentai?
<Whitebeard> NPG girls cant rape
<Whitebeard> plot lines for hentai are the best
<NPG> no! use a condom!
<Spades> BUTT SECKS!
<Jink> ok
<Whitebeard> do others even read the IRC thread?
<Jink> give me a sec
<Whitebeard> Spades thats my line!@
<Spades> butt secks is your line?
<Spades> o.O
<Whitebeard> lol
<Whitebeard> yes
<Whitebeard> it actually is
<Whitebeard> and Im going to put it in my next sig
<Whitebeard> just black bg
<Whitebeard> with the words
<Whitebeard> "BUTT SEX"
<Whitebeard> in white
<Whitebeard> hehe
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♥ Ravona
Ever wonder why one of your particularly bad posts has been deleted? Feel free to contact me!
always with the buttsecks, im scared of irc now, they might post my stupidity
Why don't more people read these mangas?
Woofcat> no-one page me
<Spades> Woofcat
<Woofcat> ohh bitch
<Archiel> good luck woofcat
<Archiel> dont ask me ninjastik
<Woofcat> <Woofcat> no-one page me
<Spades> Woofcat
<Spades> set the word "woofcat" to ban
<Spades> lol
<ninjastik> everything
<ninjastik> kk thanks
* Woofcat sets mode: +b *!*dp@*.1a8c5c1c.res.rr.com
* sinsaMa was kicked by Woofcat (Woofcat)
<Woofcat> opps
<Woofcat> Deadfire, ban anyone who says my name
<NPG> Deadfire,
<NPG> Say his name
<Deadfire> whos?
<Archiel> barking feline
<Spades> lmao
<NPG> Meowdog's
<Deadfire> deadfire?
<Deadfire> deadfire?
<Deadfire> Meowdog?
<Deadfire> Meowdog?
<Spades> okay let me spell this out Deadfire
<Spades> w
<Spades> o
<Spades> o
<Spades> f
<Spades> c
<Spades> a
<Spades> t
<Deadfire> Woofcat
* Spades should pay attention...
* Archiel is now known as BarkingFeline
<Deadfire> see
<Woofcat> You better be giving fucking birth
I should explain, Woofcat's computer has something that beeps or pages him..or something every time his name is typed. So, when he said "don't page me" he didn't want anyone to say Woofcat. Deadfire, not paying attention comes back, and after a lot of convincing says it, and woofcat returns.
♥ Ravona
Ever wonder why one of your particularly bad posts has been deleted? Feel free to contact me!
discussion with spades
<Spades> Ninjastik i'm ignoring what you're saying
<Ninjastik> why?
<Ninjastik> it's true
<Spades> because i'm not up to it
<Spades> so stop spoiling
<Ninjastik> you're not going to get up to it in the anime anyways
<Spades> i plan on reading the manga after
<Archiel> THEN DONT BOTHER WITH THE ANIME
<Spades> o.O
<Spades> but...
<Spades> tits are better animated
<Ninjastik> no the tits are better in the manga
<Archiel> yeah
<Ninjastik> there are no crows :]
<Spades> are they censored?
<Ninjastik> lol
<Archiel> they aint covered wit crow
<Spades> really?
<Ninjastik> like
<Spades> o.O
<Archiel> all nude
<Ninjastik> only man parts are censored
<Ninjastik> everything else
<Ninjastik> yeah
<Spades> ...
<Archiel> yeah as they should be
<Spades> wait
<Spades> seriously?
<Spades> ...
<Ninjastik> yeah
* Spades dashes off to read the manga
<Archiel> RUN SPADES RUN
<Spades> screw running
<Spades> i'll fly!


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There are times when the key to a good outfit is the right accessory. It could be as simple as a hand-woven bracelet or as elaborate as a gorgeous printed bag, but when you find the right punctuation for your attire, it's like finding the last piece of the puzzle. Here are three accessories brands that we'll be reaching for when we need ensemble punchlines next season.
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—Michelle Christina Larsen
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Use-by-reservation facility: 1850's pioneer homestead living history site, teams course programs, special events, picnic shelter rentals including fishing, canoeing, hayrides, and hiking trails.
The Air Center hosts many fly-ins and ultra-lights throughout the year.
This memorial commemorates the crossing of the Lincoln Family from Indiana to Illinois in early March of 1830.
Spend the day canoeing and fishing on the Embarras River.
The 9-hole Lawrence County Country Club in Lawrenceville, IL is a semi-private golf course that opened in 1915. Designed by Tom Bendelow, Lawrence County Country Club measures 6373 yards from the longest tees. The course features 2 sets of tees for different skill levels.
The Wabash Valley Wine Trail is made up of five wineries located in the southeastern part of the state. Visitors to this area can enjoy the scenic Wabash River Valley, historic towns, and quaint bed and breakfasts.
Find pumpkins, gourds, ornamental corn, squash, hayrides, hay mazes, a beanbag toss, corn maze, gold mine, choo-choo train and many other family attractions.
Listed in the United States Register of Natural Landmarks as the "Forest of the Wabash," this state park supports 64 species of trees within its 635 acres. Several miles of scenic nature trails start at the new Visitor Center.
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Illinois State Beall Woods State Park
Located 6 miles south of Mt. Carmel, this park features walking trails through what's been called the Forest of the Wabash. Tent camping is allowed, along with fishing.
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Wabash County Beall Woods State Park
Located 6 miles South of Mt. Carmel on Illinois Rt. 1, Beall woods contains one of the oldest dedicated nature preserves in Illinois. The "Forest of the Wabash" contains the largest single tract of untouched deciduous forest in the U.S.
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Mt. Carmel Municipal Golf Course
This 18-hole golf course is located adjacent to a beautiful city park, and offers tee times for non-members.
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Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
This 1,775 acre lake features 540 acres of shoreline as a day use conservation area. Recreational activities include fishing, picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing and hunting.
Prairie Ridge State Natural Area
Located southwest of Newton, Prairie Ridge is a wonderful site for observing rare species of grassland wildlife. Over 2500 acres, visitors will enjoy bird watching, nature study, photography and much more.
Located in rural Jasper County, northeast of Newton, Illinois Wildlife features a lodge for hunters during deer seasons and in the off-seasons hosting meetings, receptions and off-season lodging.
Offers hunting, fishing, golf and meeting packages, as well as getaway weekend packages. Gas fireplaces, central heating and air, satellite TV, and gourmet meals delivered directly to your table. Outdoor Sportsman's Lodge is conveniently located just off Newton lake with 2 cabins so you can enjoy your hunt. Some of the nations best Bass Fishing can be found as well as a hunters paradise for all game. Guided and non-guided fishing and hunting packages are available by calling. In the off-season this facility is a Bed & Breakfast. Described as a "Sportsman's paradise" by World Champion Angler Denny Brauer.
Robert Ridgeway Memorial Arboretum & Sanctuary
This living tribute to naturalist and author Robert Ridgeway features more than 50 types of trees, flowers and wildlife.
For over 100 years, Olney has been the home for hundreds of white squirrels. The albino squirrels can be seen at various locations in town, but are most often found in the Olney City Park.
Located north of Olney adjacent to East Fork Lake, this park features all the amenities campers seek.
East Fork Lake - Olney Water Skiing
East Fork Lake north of Olney is a perfect location for water sports. Whether it's skiing, or tubing, you'll enjoy your time in Olney at East Fork Lake.
This course is family owned and operated. Doug & Bill Combs built the course in 1973 to provide an affordable place for everyone to learn & play golf. Open to the public, East Fork Golf Course has provided enjoyment for thousands of golfers over the years. Stop by the rustic shelter for a picnic lunch or a game of ping-pong with your buddies.
Located in Olney, Illinois our golf course features 18 holes. The par 71 layout offers two very different nine hole tracts. Ranging in distance from 4909 yards to 6156 yards and four different sets of tees, Richland Country Club offers play to all ages. Richland Country Club also features a driving range, a pool, and a full service bar.
Ten RV sites, water, sewer, electrical hookups -- 20,30,50 AMP, 6 tent sites, lake, fishing, shower house, restroom and playground.
Located in one of the country's top states for producing Trophy Whitetail Deer, along with the Eastern Wild Turkey. Situated on privately owned land, the cabin is surrounded by hardwood timber, river bottoms, and rich farm fields. Fox Creek offers guided and non-guided deer hunts each season. Several cabins are available for hunters.
140 campsites get a workout each Labor Day weekend when the Palestine Rodeo comes to town.


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Steven Holl Architects
Glasgow, United Kingdom
To design an addition to a well-recognized and globally respected masterpiece must be one of the most difficult tasks for architects. Steven Holl, one of the most talented American architects of our time, had to face this challenge in Scotland's largest city: Situated directly across the street from the main building of the Glasgow School of Art, the climax of the Scottish Art Nouveau, the prestigious Academy of Art asked him to construct a new building. It was inaugurated on April 9th - a good hundred years after the inauguration of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's magnum opus.


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Friends Field
Friends' Field
Bounded by Avenue L, East Fourth Street, McDonald Cemetery, and Washington Cemetery, this park is named for the Society of Friends, a Christian denomination also known as the Quakers. The term Quaker comes from the group's physical display of religious fervor during meetings. The earliest record of the Society dates from the 1640s in England. In 1657, a group of English Quaker missionaries who had been banished from Boston arrived in New Amsterdam. Dutch Director General Peter Stuyvesant (1610-1672) immediately began persecuting these immigrants for their non-traditional practices that included devout pacifism. Stuyvesant was also offended by the Quaker belief in the "inner light" of God -- the idea that all individuals possess a direct relationship with God and can communicate with Him without an ordained member of the clergy and without the Bible.
The Quakers found refuge in English towns that included Gravesend, Jamaica, Hempsted, and Flushing. Soon thereafter, New Netherlands passed a statute that forbade visiting or housing Quakers. In 1657, Henry Townshend of Flushing became the first individual to be found in violation of the statute and fined. Other residents, including the Quaker Robert Hodshone, were mercilessly tortured. Following increased persecution, the town clerk Edward Hart, and several other Quakers drafted the "The Flushing Remonstrance," (1657) a document that argued for religious freedom. In 1664, Stuyvesant's proprietor, the Dutch East India Company, ordered the conclusion of Quaker persecution due to the appeals of Flushing resident John Bowne. "The Flushing Remonstrance" is widely regarded as a precursor to the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights.
Most members of the Society of Friends remained in the countryside during the following century. By the 19th century, however, Quakers in New York City comprised a powerful faction of the Society in New York State. These urban Quakers were generally wealthier than their rural counterparts and more conservative in their beliefs. In 1828, the New York Quakers divided into two factions. Rural Quakers led by Elias Hicks and known as "Hicksites" continued to emphasize the concept of God's inner light. City Quakers, known as the Orthodox Quakers, adopted the doctrinal issues of atonement and the Trinity, and stressed the use of the Bible. Despite their differences, both factions adamantly opposed slavery, and following the Civil War, they aided freedmen through the New York Colored Mission (1871). The Society of Friends also championed children's issues through the creation of the Young Friends' Aid Association (1873) and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (1875). During the World Wars, Quakers act as untiring advocates of pacifism. In 1955, the Hicksite and Orthodox factions reunited, strengthening the Society of Friends.
In 1921, the Society of Friends purchased this property in the neighborhood of Midwood to provide athletic facilities for students of Quaker schools in the New York area. Fifty-two years later, the Society discontinued the use of the athletic fields and offered the parcel for sale. They received several bids from private developers that exceeded $2 million; the Society, however, decided to accept a similar offer from the City of New York that guaranteed the continued recreational use of the property. The Federal government contributed half of the acquisition cost to preserve what is considered an indispensable feature of Midwood, and on January 17, 1973, the City of New York acquired the property. The following month, the remaining sections of the property were acquired through condemnation. Parks assumed jurisdiction over the acreage on the date of acquisition. Adjacent to the Erasmus High School athletic fields, this park features expansive grassy areas, a fenced baseball diamond, and bleachers.
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In all my sputtering about on the current "It" jeans, I recently had the opportunity to revisit an American original in the denim industry; and, what's more, had the privilege to interview a top Stylist from Levi's®. What really blew me away, was, the good PR folks actually got me the top Stylist, Janine Chilton-Faust, VP of women's design for the Levi's® brand. I wanted to pick her brain on what were good jeans for women of various sizes and shapes to wear, and what were some good tips on what to wear for various occasions. As you know, jeans are taking over!
Now, I expected some denim-snobby answers, but not Ms. Chilton-Faust. A San Francisco Bay Area resident, she exudes practicality, confidence and a bit of rebellion. She says we can wear white jeans after Labor Day, and it's okay to wear jeans to a wedding, as long as you style it right. It shouldn't be too hard to look great, especially with an assortment of Levi's au courant jeans to steal the social scene. To be honest, I had no idea how completely reinvented and how far Levi's has come since I wore my first 501's back in college.
In your opinion, what makes a terrific-fitting pair of jeans? Are bootcuts really for everybody?
The first test is how you feel! You can own a fit and make it yours if you feel good. If you rely on what others think, then make sure the jean fits your body type, doesn't sag in the rear, gap at the waist and most importantly, the pockets are placed in the best position to optimize the rear view.
It??™s true that bootcuts can be worn by anyone and all body types… but it is the wearer??™s choice in what makes her feel good.
It seems the legging jeans (aka Jeggings) are the current "It" jeans to wear. How do you suggest we ladies wear them for the winter season?
Boots or ballet flats look great with jeggings. On top, proportion works well with the legging ??" so anything long, wide or layered all complement the total look.
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Skinny jeans are the perfect alternative. Levi's® 531 Skinny or Levi's® Juniors 524 Skinny are jeans that still provide a long lean skinny look without being too tight.
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Levi's® 501 jean! And each man can make them his own. It is a universal fit that can be worn crisp and clean for a smart look with a cuff, or washed and damaged for a casual look.
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Don't be afraid to try on different sizes. Sometimes you may need to size up one size. Otherwise, choose your tops wisely so they don't hug your muffin.
What technique/tip do you have to make sure our straight leg/skinny jeans stay inside our tall boots?
Pull your sock up over the jeans. If it is a straight leg with a little more room at the bottom you can fold over at the bottom to hug the leg, then pull your socks over.
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About President Hopkins
February, 2014
David R. Hopkins previously served as provost of Wright State University from 2003 until his appointment as president in February 2007.
A central theme to his administration has been the creation of a culture for innovation throughout the university that is reflected through the development of several Centers of Excellence. Six of these multidisciplinary units have been designated Ohio Centers of Excellence by the state and reflect a commitment to technology-based economic development by attracting and retaining national researchers, educators, artists, students, and investments to produce a quality of life conducive to future growth that will transform our region.
These centers incorporate current and future collaborations with business, industry, and government in such areas as human-centered innovation, medical readiness, knowledge-based computing, neuroscience, product reliability, micro air vehicle research, and visual and performing arts innovation and leadership.
Hopkins came to Wright State from Indiana State University, where he served from 2001 to 2003 as senior associate vice president for academic affairs and interim dean of the School of Business. While at Indiana State University, he also served as interim provost and vice president for academic affairs from 2000 to 2001; associate vice president for academic affairs from 1996 to 2000; assistant vice president for academic affairs from 1995 to 1996; and chairperson and professor in the Department of Physical Education from 1988 to 1994.
In 2005, Indiana University honored Hopkins with the John R. Endwright Alumni Service Award, an annual award that recognizes outstanding service and contributions by graduates of the IU School of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. Hopkins is a Fellow in the American Association of State Colleges and Universities' Academic Leadership Institute, a member of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, and a past recipient of the Amoco Excellence in Teaching Award.
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Hopkins holds a doctorate in kinesiology from Indiana University. Prior to his doctoral work, he received his master's degree in mathematics and his bachelor's in physical education from the College of Wooster, Ohio. Hopkins' research interest is in the area of exercise physiology and fitness and aging. He has authored or co-authored more than 60 publications and is the inventor of ACUFLEX instruments, which are used worldwide to evaluate joint flexibility.


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South Tower 1st floor, Rm 1500
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|Doors open at 8:00 am; Lawyers begin taking intakes at 8:30 am No new intake after 4 pm
Walk-in Service Only
(No intakes after 4 pm Completing intake by 3:00 pm recommended)
Starting Tuesday, March 7th, Limited Staff Attorneys Available
Patrons seen on a first-come bases and need to meet income eligibility guidelines and case complexity review
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - 8 am - 4:30 pm
New! Tuesday: 8 am- 8 pm, Last Walk-in before 7:30 pm
South Tower room 1500, use Maryland Ave. court entrance
- What is the Family Law Self Help Center?
- Which cases are appropriate for the Family Law Self Help Center?
- The Family Law Self Help Center is not a substitute for an attorney.
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Family Law Self Help frequently asked questions
- Some Common Errors
- Glossary
- Family Law Self Help Center Brochure
- Additional Sources of Legal Help Brochure
What is the Family Law Self Help Center?
If you begin a case as the plaintiff, or are brought into a case as a defendant, and you do not have a lawyer representing you, then you are "pro se"; that is, you are representing yourself, and you are responsible for navigating the court system, following its rules and time deadlines, and learning what you need to do to accomplish your goals. Without a lawyer, no one is going to do this for you.
The Family Law Self Help Center is a FREE walk-in clinic, staffed by attorneys, which provides either general legal information or limited legal advice, in family law disputes involving divorce, custody, visitation, and child support.
If you wish to represent yourself in a family law matter, the Family Law Self Help Center can help determine which family law forms are the most appropriate, help with the completion of the forms, provide information on how to navigate the system, and the law in general.
Please note that whether you receive advice, help with forms, or general information that applies to everyone, will depend first on your income eligibility using established state-wide income guidelines, and secondly, on the complexity of your case.
Which Cases are Appropriate for the Family Law Self Help Center?
The Family Law Self Help Center is designed to assist individuals who want to represent themselves in SIMPLE family matters only. If the family law matter is too complex, or otherwise inappropriate for the Center (e.g., domestic violence, exceptions, emergency petitions, contested matters, or complex property or support issues), a staff attorney will attempt to refer the client to an appropriate agency or program. Individuals with contested or complex cases should retain their own attorneys.
The Family Law Self Help Center is not a Substitute for an Attorney
For example, Center attorneys:
- DO NOT represent clients.
- DO NOT file paperwork for clients.
- DO NOT go to court with clients or help them try their cases.
- DO NOT call, write letters, or otherwise communicate with opposing parties, attorneys, or judges.
- DO NOT help individuals who already have an attorney.
Self-Representation is not for everyone!
Some Common Errors
The following are mistakes commonly found in self-represented cases:
ERROR: Papers are mailed by certified mail and someone other than the responding party signs for them.
In order to be valid, service by certified mail must be restricted delivery; that is, only the responding party can sign for the papers.
ERROR: The party requesting relief fails to serve the summons on the other side.
The summons must be served along with copies of all papers filed (exception-contempt cases in which the show cause order must be served). The filing party has the responsibility to ensure that the summons is served on the other party.
ERROR: The party requesting relief fails to attach the summons to the affidavit of service when filing it with the court.
A copy of the summons served on the other side must be attached to an affidavit of service and returned to the court in order for service to be complete.
ERROR: The responding party writes a letter to the judge that does not include a certificate of mailing. A letter without a "certificate of mailing" will not be accepted as an Answer in Montgomery County.
It is recommended that the responding party use the "Answer" form (Dom. Rel. Form 50), provided in the Domestic Relations Forms, available online.
ERROR: The responding party does not specifically admit or deny individual allegations in the complaint/petition/motion.
The Answer filed must contain a specific response admitting or denying each individual allegation.
ERROR: The responding party fails to sign the Answer form and/or the Certificate of Service.
The responding party must sign both the Answer form and the Certificate of Service to certify that a copy of the Answer was mailed to the opposing party.
ERROR: The party requesting a divorce appears for the hearing without a corroborating witness, or the corroborating witness' testimony is insufficient or inadequate.
Even if you and your spouse signed a separation agreement under oath, you need at least one corroborating witness who can testify for you and confirm the statements and allegations in your divorce complaint.
ATTENTION ATTORNEYS: The Family Law Self Help Center Needs Your Help!
Montgomery County Circuit Court's Family Law Self Help Center is looking for attorneys to volunteer to help self-representing individuals in family law matters with legal information and/or legal advice.
You can help in one of two ways:
- Impromptu Volunteering: If you happen to be at the Courthouse and have a little time to spare, stop by and see one, or maybe two, clients. We almost always have a backlog of clients waiting to be seen during lunch hours (12:00p.m. – 2:00p.m.), and could use your assistance.
- Scheduled Volunteering: If you have more time to spare, or prefer a more structured arrangement, please contact Madeleine Jones, firstname.lastname@example.com, or stop by and consult with the Family Law Self Help Center staff. In that way, we can let you know when the Center will be shorthanded and can most use your valuable assistance.
The Family Law Self Help Center is located in the South Tower 1st floor, Rm 1500 of the Circuit Court building (Montgomery County Circuit Court, 50 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD).
Please be assured that you are under no obligation to take anyone on as a client.
Family Law Self Help Center service hours can be reported as Pro Bono hours to the Court of Appeals.
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DENVER, CO –Midfielder Ben Hunt scored off an assist from Steven Brooks with 1:07 elapsed in overtime to give the Chesapeake Bayhawks a thrilling 16-15 come-from-behind victory over the Denver Outlaws last night at Invesco Field.
Hunt had a huge game, scoring five goals – one of which was a 2-pointer – and dishing off three assists to total a career-high nine points which earned him the Bud Light Most Valuable Player of the Game.
"This was an unbelievable victory. We showed a lot of heart and clawed our way back from a big deficit," Hunt said. "We never quit in this game and that tells a lot about the competitive spirit of this team."
Attackman Danny Glading totaled four points on three goals and an assist for Chesapeake (3-1), which handed Denver (3-1) its first loss and moved both teams into a tie for first place in Major League Lacrosse (MLL).
Goalkeeper Joey Kemp was superb in his debut for the Bayhawks, playing the entire game and making 13 saves. Attackman Ryan Hurley also came up big in his debut for Chesapeake with three goals.
Attackman Ben Rubeor along with midfielders Matt Abbott and Jeff Reynolds chipped in two points apiece for Chesapeake, which trailed by four goals after three quarters. Hunt was the catalyst as the Bayhawks mounted a furious rally in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Outlaws 6-2 to forge a 15-15 tie and force overtime.
Hunt fired in a 2-point goal to pull the visiting Bayhawks within one with just 1:09 remaining in regulation and then assisted Glading on the tying goal with just four seconds to go. Long stick defensive midfielder Barney Ehrmann, a rookie out of Georgetown, stripped Seibald of the ball with 30 seconds left to set up the game-tying goal.
"I am so proud of this team right now. We played a very good team on the road, fell behind and didn't panic," Chesapeake head coach Brendan Kelly said. "We stuck together as a team and kept battling. We made the plays down the stretch when we needed to and this is just a great win for the Bayhawks."
Alex Smithwon the faceoff to start overtime and the Bayhawks were able to settle the ball. Brooks dodged to the middle of the field, drew a double-team and dished to Hunt for a crank shot past Outlaws goalie Jesse Schwartzman.
"My defender had to help on Steven and that allowed me to get my hands free with time and space for a low-to-high shot on Schwartzman," Hunt said.
Abbott had a goal and an assist as Chesapeake jumped out to a 3-0 lead. However, attackman Brendan Mundorf had two goals and an assist as Denver outscored the visitors 8-2 in the second quarter to take an 8-6 lead at halftime.
Hunt had a goal and an assist during a 3-0 run in the third period as Chesapeake closed the gap to 11-9. Denver responded with midfielders Bill McGlone and Max Seibald who scored less than two minutes apart to rebuild the lead to 13-9 going into the final quarter.
Hurley, a first-year professional out of Cornell, scored back-to-back goals in the fourth quarter to spark the comeback.
"We had a bunch of young guys with minimal experience step up tonight. Hurley really gave us a spark on offense while I thought Kemp was just outstanding in the goal," Kelly said. "I asked Ehrmann to get us the ball back at the end and he took it away from Seibald, who is one of the top midfielders in the league."
Midfielder Peet Poillon, who was an MLL All-Star last season while playing with the Bayhawks, scored four goals and assisted another to lead Denver. Attackman Drew Westervelt had two goals and an assist while Schwartzman made 18 saves.
I think this type of win is a season-changer," Hunt said. "The entire team really came together and just refused to lose tonight. I really think we can build some momentum off this."
Chesapeake returns home on June 25th to battle the Cannons at 7:00pm at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.


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Cedarhurst Center for the Arts & Mitchell Museum
Exhibitions, a children's gallery, a permanent collection and special events. Grounds include 85 acres sculpture park, nature trails and bird sanctuary. Hosts annual Cedarhurst Craft Fair.
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Listed on the National Register, it has six restored rooms with china, furniture, engravings, and books that belonged to the settlers when Lincoln attended the legislature.
Located across from the Statehouse in Vandalia, the park features a life-size, bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln. This is a favorite spot for photos with the 16th president.
General Dean Suspension Bridge
Located just outside the city of Carlyle, this historic 130-year-old bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the area. The original bridge served as a crossing over the Kaskaskia River.
Constructed in 1857 as the southern division of the Illinois State Supreme Court, Abraham Lincoln successfully argued a famous tax case in 1859. In 1888, Clara Barton used the building as a hospital. Tours are available. Please call in advance.
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Movie Theatre with 8 theatres featuring special ticket pricing and traditional movie theatre concessions.
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Jefferson County Historical Village
Experience the past as you walk through a pioneer village of authentic log cabins featuring a calaboose (circa 1820), the Mount Olive Church (circa 1873), a one room school house and more.
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In 1779 George Rogers Clark led his army from Kaskaskia through this area to Vincennes, Indiana, where they captured Ft. Sackville from the British. At the time, this building was named for being near the midpoint of the Vincennes-St. Louis Trail.
An extensive collection of genealogical materials offers visitors an opportunity to research local Mt. Vernon history.
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Clinton County Historical Museum
This building was the former home of Judge Sidney Breese, who came to Illinois from New York. He studied law here and became Assistant Secretary of the State of Illinois.
Located behind the Statehouse in a century-old church, this museum is full of Lincoln-era memorabilia, including his letter cabinet and an axe carved with his initials.
Centralia Area Historical Museum
Artifacts, pictures of coal mining, railroading, business, farming in and around Centralia. A work in progress by the Centralia Area Historical Society to preserve the past of Marion County.
Centralia Historical Society Museum
Centerpieces of the collection are newspapers and memorabilia from the coal mining days with tributes to railroad history.
Centralia Illinois Downtown Theatre
This former vaudeville and movie theatre has been restored to its former glory.
National Road Interpretive Center
The National Road Interpretive Center in Vandalia, Illinois tells the story of the surveyors, laborers and travelers of the National Road, sometimes called the Cumberland Road or National Pike. The Interpretive Center is a museum with hands-on activities for children including a Conestoga wagon that the youngsters can load for its journey. Abraham Lincoln's connection to Illinois National Road towns is also spotlighted. One of the largest artifacts is an original National Road timber dating to the 1830s. Visitors will develop a better understanding of the importance of this road to Illinois and American history as well as an appreciation for the people that were involved in its construction.
The gallery uses exhibit space in the Fayette County Museum. Special exhibits are scheduled through the year.
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Why you are going to love my class
I try to make my classes as relevant as possible. I use current examples, such as viewing an episode of The Office in my Nurse Leadership class to evaluate management styles. Plus, I do a lot of group activities to keep you motivated to learn more.
Great things for you at UDM
At UDM, we want to help you figure out what is the best fit for your skills and abilities, and to help you reach your potential, whatever that may be. We want to help you realize what you can do and the contributions you can make, so you stretch a little bit more and not settle for less.
Great things in store after UDM
I hope you will take away the ability to do research — to have a broader perspective, to overcome barriers and be persistent. You will use the research process all the time to make decisions.
A successful class
I know my class is successful when I can encourage you to talk and interact with other students and make suggestions to me, so you have ownership of the class.
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I am an avid cyclist. My goal is to take a transcontinental bike trip across the country. Also, I have eight grandchildren with whom I spend as much time as I can.


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Bugler plays at military funerals for 40 years
BRISTOL, Va. - It is a tradition that is slowly fading away, but one bugler will not let it die on his watch.
Bugler Tom Johnson tells News 5 he missed being drafted into the war by seven days and was the only member of his family who did not serve in the military, but he still wanted to give back to those who gave their lives by honoring them with the sound of music.
"It's an honor and a privileged, I consider it that," said Johnson.
Johnson discovered his musical talent when he was a child.
"I started playing trumpet when I was 10 years old and that's been 46 years ago," said Johnson.
However, he is not your average, every-day trumpet player. He has played 'Taps' for military funerals since he was a senior in high school nearly 40 years ago. "They would call if they required a bugler and I would usually walk over and play the ceremony," said Johnson.
He showed us the trumpet he has played since his senior year; he has played nearly 200 veteran funerals with it. "I played for the last surviving veteran of the Spanish-American War in 1976," said Johnson.
Johnson says he thinks the art of playing the bugle is dying along with the veterans. "They use a recording, which is okay, but not nearly as honorable as the live [performance]," he explained.
Johnson told us how important the music is to the families involved. "It's a great honor for the family and always evokes a lot of great emotion," he said. "It's always well appreciated."
He says he will keep doing it as long as he is able. "This is a way I can give back and honor the veterans for their service," said Johnson.
Johnson tells us he is hopeful the tradition will continue with future generations.


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There shouldn't be fighting in prospect games
Cam Charron
September 12 2011 10:52AM
The scene: After a hard-fought prospects game at one of the many preseason tournaments sprouting up across North America, a progressive coach brings a player into his office to discuss the fighting major the player earned the night before in the second period of a 5-1 hockey game.
"Oh, hey, it's good to see you showed up. I wanted to call you in here with regards to that fight that you had last night in our prospects game.
Listen, I don't know who told you that the best way to get noticed during these tournaments is to stand up for either yourself or your teammates, but it isn't. Our scouting staff have spend hours watching you and, while we may not have drafted you this past spring, it by no means indicates that we don't know much about you.
We invited you to this camp so that we could test you out in a few game situations under our control and see how you handle them. One of those isn't fighting, trust me. You don't have to prove anything. We know how hard you work already.
Look, you're a good hockey player. I've seen some of your game tape from junior hockey, and there's a lot of good things that you can do, and trust me, we're looking. We know how hard you've worked to make it this far in hockey, and you definitely don't need to prove it to us. Particularly by doing something as dangerous as fighting; I was nearly sick to my stomach last night watching you scrap and I'm relieved that you and the guy on the other team you fought came out unscatched, but let's not toy with fate.
I don't want to connect the dangers of fighting to some of the tragic deaths we've seen over the past two summers because in all those terrible cases there were outside influences factor in, but that doesn't mean that this organization takes them lightly. Hockey is already a fast, dangerous, violent game that can hurt you in many different ways and we don't want to add to that list on dangerous, violent things in this sport, particularly with something that this organization doesn't feel has a tangible impact on the game.
You may think that you're turning the momentum in the game, but, trust me, we've done a bit of research. For all the examples you can find of a player overcoming an opponent in fisticuffs and motivating his team to score a goal and come back to win the hockey game, we can find just as many examples of times it didn't work.
In the end, while I appreciate that you want to show how hard you've worked, I'd feel a lot better if you showed me in other ways. Win puck battles, create scoring chances, or even do something as simple as set up an offensive zone faceoff—really, our coaching staff and video analysts are looking at all these things when we evaluate our players. We want to see you do things on the ice that we think can help us win the hockey game, and we don't want to see you taking part in a sideshow when we don't know the full effects of the toll fighting can take on a player, particularly one so young as yourself."
September 12 2011, 08:19PM
100% agree. No fighting for prospects!
September 12 2011, 08:21PM
I think there is nothing to worry about and the Oilers have depth at all positions. Once the defence matures and gets better it will be no surprise our goaltending will all of a sudden be nothing to really worry about. I think we desperately need to a puck moving power power play specialist on the point. Hall and Hopkins look like a future Sakic and Forsberg combination. I see a Stanley Cup in the near future and Hall will be front and centre. Go Oil
September 12 2011, 09:20PM
I just had to give you props for the shout out to Frances Aleba. One of my favorite professors ever and the person I credit most for my interest in the English language.
I still remember the first class when he (as he always did) so passionately remark that "words and language are POWER! If you are able to command the english language, you command POWER!"
Tough not to be excited with such a passionate professor.
...Oh ya.. fighting...
Last year I had a change of heart. I was in the "you can't ban fighting, it's part of the game!," and the "this is part of the pussification of the world" camp. Then I watched MacIntyre all last year. Man, is that guy ever a bad NHL player! His fights were brutal too. He had the one good one against Ivanins where it was part of the show (battle of Alberta, 1st game in the "new culture," etc...) and I cheered.
As the season went on though, I thought the staged fights were useless. Every. Single. One. They added nothing to the game.
That being said, the fights I can agree with are the emotional ones. Taylor Hall fighting because he is tired of a guy bein a dick, or Gagner fighting for the same reasons. Those are the fights that change momentum, not the staged fights. I go get another beer when those come on.
That Aleba class was intense for a then 18 yr old Archaeologuy. 1/2 the class dropped before the second semester started and 1/3 of the remaining class failed.
It was unbelievably taxing. But I survived and thrived, so no complaints from me.
September 12 2011, 09:32PM
I don't agree with everything that is written on the Nation Sites, but I appreciate them for writing it.
Add something of value, or keep your garbage comments to yourself.
Also, "irrevant" isn't a word.
You're right that was unfair to Cam and generally a waste of time. Sorry for that Cam I do appriciate the spirit of your work. However: Guys like Cam Abney need to showcase themselves and thats what is going to get them to the show.
Fighting should stay untill it disapears from the NHL. These kids are prospects too and until their is no need for fighters (that day may be comming soon, I'll admit) they need a venue as much as anyone else.
Its part of the game . . . for now at least.
Lots of NHLers don't have their grade 10....and probably wouldn't read this whole letter
"It's a part of the game. The deaths this summer...blahblahblah...Deal with it."
Really, the one who needs to "deal" with something is you. There is a growing movement among fans (and others in *real* positions of power in the sport) questioning what role fighting has in hockey - whether fighting is, in fact, "part of the game".
Does it change momentum? Does it build team unity? Does it protect against cheap shots? Does it actually impact winning and losing?
And once people start looking into those issue, they will inevitably be left with one conclusion:
"We don't see any reason for allowing fighting, because it contributes nothing to winning a hockey game."
And then all that's left is a sideshow to a hockey game that will be eliminated. Don't know how this process will take, but it is inevitable.
Last time I checked - elbowing, highsticking, spearing, holding, etc do not contribute anything to winning hockey games either. If you commit a foul - you are penalized.
A fight is a foul and is subsequently penalized. If you want to change the severity of the penalty, different story.
As others of have posted - there must be a reason enforcers make the NHL, otherwise they wouldn't be getting paid millions of dollars to be there.
Pretty hard to get around that fact.
Fighting has a place in the game.
There. I said it.
Temper's flare, emotions run wild, and things happen in the heat of the moment.
If Darcy Tucker takes a run at Michael Peca and clips his knee in the process, I have no problem with Arron Asham coming over and scrapping Tucker (loosely based on actual events).
If Jarome Iginla & Vinny Lecavalier, or Ryan Getzlaf & Joe Thornton want to have a scrap over the course of a 7 game series, all the power to them. There is a reason. It serves a purpose.
What I am tired of seeing - and this has changed for me, and I think many others on BOTH sides of the fighting debate can agree - is the super-heavyweights on either team squaring off every 2 or 3 or 4 games. It no longer serves a purpose (if it ever did). The 6"5", 240lb. "knuckle-dragger", or the 6'7", 255lb. "dancing bear" has run its course. The game does not need those guys. Steve MacIntyre may be a great guy off the ice, someone you really want to pull for once talking to him, but he doesn't belong ANYWHERE near the NHL. I think he proved that rather well over the last couple seasons. Yet he got a new contract. Why?
And there's others: Trevor Gillies saw an average of 3:04 of ice time in 39 games (less than 2 hours of total ice time over the course of the season); David Koci saw an average of 4:05 over 35 games; Derek Boogaard & Wade Belak both saw less than 5:00 on average.
These types of players have become extinct in my mind. If a guy can't play say at least 8-10 minutes on average, he probably doesn't belong in the league. If he can barely skate, turns like a battleship, and handles the puck like a grenade, he probably doesn't belong in the league.
This is where I get frustrated. It's not fighting as a whole that should be targeted by the anti-fight crowd. The true target, in my opinion, should be the "goon".
-In 76 games, Kyle Clifford had 7-7-14 and 141 PIMs (18 fights) while averaging 9:30 per game. In his rookie season. To me, he is an effective player.
-In 79 games, Shawn Thornon had 10-10-20 and 122 PIMs while averaging 10:04 per game. He had 14 fights. Effective player.
-Brandon Prust had 13-16-29 and 160 PIMs (18 fights) while averaging 13:48 per game. He played all 82 games. Effective player.
These are but a few examples on either side of the fence.
I am pro-fighting. I am anti-goon. Let's not get confused here - fighting has a place in the game... "dancing bears" do not.
Except if having one of these "enforcers" playing a few minutes means you can get your skilled guys more icetime...
I know it will never happen, but the game would be much better if you eliminated 2 forward positions on the playing roster. You could still keep the same amount of guys on the active roster (so the NHLPA wouldn't freak out about losing jobs), but there wouldnt be room to dress a Goddard or Gillies if they cant play.
That being said, the way the rosters are now - I like the idea of having a 4th line of specialized players (maybe an enforcer, a PK/Faceoff specialist and maybe even a defensively weak PP guy).
The way I see it, with a guy like McIntyre in the line-up on RW that gives more icetime to skilled RW like Hemsky and Eberle.
With TV timeouts, improvements in conditioning, etc - there is no reason why 10 forwards couldn't play during any given game.
People will argue that fewer players means a greater chance of injury, etc. Every team will be in the same baot and teams will still have the same active roster size to replace any player that may become injured or fatigued throughout the season.
September 13 2011, 12:30AM
As long as there is fighting in the real games, I think that there should be fighting in prospects' camp.
September 13 2011, 12:42AM
Perhaps we should remove hitting from the game too? Then the fans can see even more of the star players as the injury rate will drop off to next to nothing.
After all, Ive done some research, and there is no evidence that body checking actually helps teams win games.
Just a thought.
These are pre-season games involving a broad cross section of talents among rookies.
Unlike the all star game. Unlike the junior prospects game. These are pre season, exhibition games for ALL noobs.
Exhibition games exhibit talents. Fighting, checking, passing, hitting, face-offs, PK, theses are all skills to exhibit. (Oh and also passing, shooting, scoring, and for most goalies, saving. )
Fighting happens in pre season, regular season, and playoffs.
Let's not kid ourselves, this isn't an all star game.
Jesus, it's like people take a look at the words "There shouldn't be fighting..." and immediately drag out the same lame arguments ("LOL let's ban hitting too" "hockey is a MAN'S game asdf"). I'm sick of these prospect fights, and I appreciated this article.
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These aren't prospect games however... These kids are already chosen, (for the most part - there are walk ons.). It's a prelude to allocation. Time to show your talents, all of them.
I appreciate the article as well.
It generates opinions and discussion.
They are doing their best, sometimes poorly, at showcasing their skills. Some are proving they are not great skill players.
And, some of these fights are lame. Some are proving they are, and some are proving they are not, bringing other attributes to the table.
September 13 2011, 11:11AM
Jesus, it's like people take a look at the words "There shouldn't be fighting..." and immediately drag out the same lame arguments ("LOL let's ban hitting too" "hockey is a MAN'S game asdf"). I'm sick of these prospect fights, and I appreciated this article.
These players are fighting for jobs. Literally. Fighting in training camps (that is essentially what this is) are commonplace and have been happening for years and years.
And yes, the bleeding heart gang will look to remove body checking from the game if and when fighting is ever banned from the sport.
Its already happening with the "head shot" rules that have been brought in. Im all for protecting players, and personally I could do without fighting, especially the staged fights, but if you dont think there are those actively considering changing the game then you havent been paying attention.
September 13 2011, 12:49PM
Wow, I went straight for the comment section after this read. Whats next, no hitting. That hurts more players than fighting. Try to eliminate staged fights, no more. If you can play hockey, fight all you want.
September 13 2011, 12:54PM
Wow, I went straight for the comment section after this read. Whats next, no hitting. That hurts more players than fighting. Try to eliminate staged fights, no more. If you can play hockey, fight all you want.
that line of reasoning is ambitious. it takes alot of work to make that jump from fighting in rookie camps to no hitting in NHL, but you've done it and i commmend you for how illogical it is.
when people discuss fighting or headshots they do not, DO NOT (for clarification), say eliminate hitting.
this is not a stretching contest.
September 13 2011, 03:12PM
In the space of a year we have gone from nothing to no headshots under certain conditions, to talk of no headshots period of any kind, to removing fighting from the game.
That is a pretty sizeable shift in philosophy. Its not "stretching" much at all to suggest that taking the ban on further incidents/types of body contact may be on the horizon.
Especially if Crosby has an abbreviated career.
September 13 2011, 03:53PM
@I am the Liquor
the shift may seem quick and large but to some extent in regards to headshots they are simply enforcing rules already in place.
seeing what we see and knowing what we know is it not at least advisable to talk about things?
i would not suggest remove hitting (headshots yes) from the game but i would be remiss to at least not discuss fighting, equipment, etc.
it is clear to me that cam charron did not say anything in this piece about removing hitting and the insuation that he is...that is a "stretch".
September 13 2011, 04:08PM
Removing hitting from the game is really no more preposturous than what the author is proposing with this article.
Its a knee-jerk reaction to an unfortunate incident that happened a couple of days ago.
September 13 2011, 04:17PM
@I am the Liquor
i suppose it is simply a point of view. i don't see it that way but i can understand how some want to.


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Drake, Paul. What Did They Mean By That?: A Dictionary Of Historical And Genealogical Terms Old And New. Westminister, Md. : Heritage Books, 2008, c2000. Call no. PE1667 .D73 2008.
As we dig through old probate, land, court and other documents, genealogists often come upon terms that are unfamiliar. Other terms may be familiar but their meaning has changed over time. What Did They Mean By That? is a must-have for serious genealogists.
The front of the book contains a helpful list of abbreviations such as:
10br = December
orpns = orphans
p:cells = parcels, usually of land
The balance of the book is set up dictionary style, with a few illustrations sprinkled throughout. Definitions are concise and easy to understand. Each entry also includes a sentence further demonstrating use of the term. Here are some seasonal examples:
kersey: a heavy wool or wool and cotton fabric used for outer coats e.g., "She needed 4 ells (q.v.) of kersey to make winter coats for the children."
plumcake: a sweet cake made with raisins, e.g., "the term 'raisins' meant the same in the early days as it does today, and plumcakes were not made with plums."
snow roller: a horse-drawn vehicle having a huge roller instead of front wheels, used to flatten the snow on streets so as to facilitate the use of sleighs and cutters, e.g., "The purchase of a snow roller by the little town was a boon to those who had to move about during the winter."
For more historical terms, also try:
Drake, Paul. More What Did They Mean by That?: A Dictionary of Historical and Genealogical Terms : Old and New. Westminster, Md: Heritage Books, 2006.


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The Flinn Scholars Summer Seminar, organized by the Institute of International Education European Office, is one component of the Flinn Scholars Program, which is administered by the Flinn Foundation based in Phoenix, Arizona. The Flinn Foundation Scholarship, awarded annually to 20 outstanding Arizona high school seniors, provides full scholarships for four-year degree programs offered through Arizona's public university system.
The goal of the Flinn Summer Seminar is to open the students' eyes and minds to this part of the world, give them an understanding of realities outside the United States, challenge their ideas and provoke thought about world issues. To achieve this goal, IIE has put together a diverse program, addressing issues from politics to architecture, opera to economics.
The Flinn Foundation is a privately endowed, philanthropic grantmaking organization established in 1965 by Dr. Robert S. and Irene P. Flinn to improve the quality of life in Arizona to benefit future generations. During their lifetimes, the Foundation promoted technology-driven medical care programs and recruited top physician specialists to Arizona. Through the Foundation they supported the emergence of Arizona's medical school and awarded scholarships to help students prepare for careers in the health professions.
Today, the Foundation supports the advancement of the biosciences in Arizona, as well as two other grant programs to help build Arizona's knowledge-driven economy—the Flinn Scholars Program and Metro Phoenix Partnership for Arts and Culture.
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With the long days of summer many Utahns are enjoying outdoor activities such as camping, boating, gardening or picnics. However, the risk of getting West Nile virus increases along with summer temperatures and the number of mosquitoes. This summer, remember to put mosquito repellent containing DEET into your vehicle, backpack or purse.
David Cunningham, Health Director for Southeastern Utah District Health Department said, "We want people to enjoy the outdoors, but remember to take the necessary precautions to reduce your risk of being bitten. The large amount of water this spring didn't just bring flooding; it increased areas of standing water where mosquitoes can thrive." Local retailers have mosquito repellent with DEET available for purchase in anticipation of the mosquito season. There are convenient towelettes that are easy to carry and use, and many manufacturers have developed mosquito repellent that is odorless and non-sticky. The Centers for Disease Control has also approved repellent containing picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus for effective protection against WNV. The symptoms of WNV range from mild to severe and typically develop between 3 and 14 days after a person is bitten. It can cause severe headaches, eye pain, muscle pain and fever. Individuals have reported severe fatigue that can last several months.
"The best way to stop the spread of West Nile is through prevention. Wear mosquito repellent, especially around dawn and dusk, which are peak mosquito biting times," said Cunningham. For more information contact your local health department, visit www.seuhealth.com or www.cdc.gov