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Blog of Dr. Miland Brown that features different aspects of world history. Not everything can be covered but sites dealing with any historical issue or topic are possible future posts. Also includes sites which discuss teaching history. Dr. Brown is an academic in North America.
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Q&A: Horn's bitter border war
The end of the millenium war between Eithiopia and Eritrea offically ended. However, tensions are still high. The two sides are currently at odds over the Ethiopian intervention in the Somalian Civil War. Hopefully, these two neighbors will stay at peace.
From the site:
The border between Ethiopia and Eritrea has been described as a geographer's nightmare.
Dusty Badme was at the centre of the border dispute It is a nightmare which became a reality as soon as the neighbours' once-friendly relationship turned sour.
From 1962 to 1993, Eritrea was ruled as a province of Ethiopia - and any argument over the borders was little more than a squabble between two local authorities.
So when Eritrea and Ethiopia separated amicably in 1993, no one paid too much attention to the details of the divorce settlement - least of all to a few hundred square kilometres of sparsely populated land in a region called Badme which included a small dusty town of the same name.
But when relations between the two neighbours deteriorated, Ethiopia accused Eritrea of invading a piece of land that was under Ethiopian administration.
The Eritreans replied that the land in question was rightfully theirs.
The result was a war fought on three fronts at the cost of tens of thousands of lives.
2 comments:
- Кибицер said...
I agree with your that territorial issues were main reason for the war between those two african countries. But don't forget that one of the reasons for this war was religios intolerance between orthodox Ethiopia and moslem Eritrea.
- qwerty said...
Not true at all, both are and were Christian-dominated, with ratios of 62-33 in Ethiopia (Christian-Muslim) and 50-50 in Eritrea. More important was individual differences and more important tensions that came to the surface after the uniting common enemy of the Derg fell.


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Gretchen Wilson, 'One Good Friend' – Song Review
Gretchen Wilson may not be one of country music's top female vocalists any longer. No, she's transcended the genre, in a way Alison Krauss did hers years ago. Except Wilson's not getting any of the recognition, until maybe now. 'One Good Friend' is a brilliant ballad about the meaning of friendship. However, it's perhaps too professional to fit between the stars on modern country radio — a problem Krauss, and more recently Vince Gill, know very well.
To be honest, it doesn't sound like Wilson is aiming for mainstream country any longer, a move that will cost her commercially but earn her respect artistically. Last year's ballad 'I'd Love to Be Your Last' was nominated for a Grammy while barely cracking the Top 50. 'One Good Friend' is a soul song, one an artist like Bettye LeVette somehow missed.
"One good friend / I remember when / All the others said / You'd be lucky if you had one good friend / Who will let you be hateful / Stop you and knock some sense in your head," Wilson sings, showing maturity and patience, as the song begins. She builds over a delicate electric guitar and organ, finally climaxing at the chorus.
"One good friend / Like a shadow, like a willow standing by me / Strong enough to bend / Never breaking, never telling all my secrets / Are safe in your heart / As well as in your hands / And I just wanna say in my life I had / One good friend."
The 'Redneck Woman' singer seems to be less angry these days than she was when she fell from country's graces in the late 2000s. There's no lack of passion, however. Her words are soaked in sincerity, like she's saying thank you to a lifelong companion on his or her deathbed. The urgency of the message is balanced by the patience of her delivery.
One of the benefits of ending a contract with a major record label is that it opens an artist up to explore songs that fit who they are, not who fans expect them to be. Wilson looks to be flourishing in this environment. A new album that pushes the edges further could very well be one of the best projects of the year.
Listen to Gretchen Wilson, 'One Good Friend'

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January/February 2006
Affixing Blame — Editorial
In difficult times, when things seem to be muddled if not taking a decisively wrong track, the line of least resistance for many thinking, observant people is to assess the situation as best they can, identify the probable causes, and assign the blame for them. Yet, this kind of dualistic thinking, which seeks to separate the "evil-doers" from the "righteous" or, at least, from the innocent, has the potential to only deepen existing cleavages and prevent people from discovering the common ground they can share.
Salvation From Our Thoughtforms — Djwhal Khul
Service in the New Age — Alice Bailey
One of the main objectives, perhaps the main objective, of all training given upon the Path of Discipleship is service. To enter upon any discipline of the lower nature with the prime objective of self-development and of self-liberation may be of a real value temporarily, but unless the motive eventually shifts away from the personal and the specific to the general and the universal, the goal will not be reached; unless the need of the group begins to loom larger than one's own need, that discipline will ultimately defeat itself.
Zodiacal Structure in The Great Invocation — Clarence Harvey
The zodiacal key to the structure of the Great Invocation opens up the possibility of enriching our understanding of the significance and application of this mantram of the Christ, which, as we are constantly reminded by the Tibetan, belongs to all humanity.
Transcending Sensation: Practical Suggestions for Achieving the Higher Motivation — A Student
Applying the principle that energy follows thought, and that thought precedes form, strive always to ask, in any situation, what is the cause on the higher planes of any registered sensual emanations… Using the mind to rise above, strive to resist the urge to give in to, or go with, sensations that appeal to the personality and therefore distract the consciousness from the thoughts of the soul.
Creating Unity Through Arts and Culture — Kerry Woodward
Art has this very special capacity to bring truth and beauty together so that we experience them as one and the same thing; artists express the impersonal personally. And not only artists have this privilege, we too, as creators of our own lives, can become channels, the more unimpeded the better, for the true, the beautiful and the good to be manifested.
Implementing the Plan of Light — Gordon Davidson
The Ashram of Synthesis is the portion of the Hierarchy that has been charged with formulating the plans and projects, communicating them to disciples in the world, and providing the energetic support for their successful development. By aligning with this Ashram, groups are aligning with the planning and implementation centre for the externalisation.
Change—Why Must We? — The Center for Purposeful Living
In the earlier stages of the personality's effort at expanding consciousness, it is for the self-centredness of personal liberation (spiritual ambition). Yet, the bigger purpose is that of cooperating with evolution itself, which has little or nothing to do with us personally, except that we do have the choice to assist the process, or resist the inevitable.
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I couldn't find any particular source or link to show the health benefit of these pulses but I have heard lots of benefits through our grandmas and great grandmas . Not just my grandma, from many others too. So when there is more than one source of information makes the same point, the information might be right to some extent. Do you agree?
Here are few benefits of these lentils to my knowledge. Apart from being a great source of energy, these lentils when used along with the husk known to reduce the risk of diabetes. It strengthens the bones, it prevents the thinning of bones due to ageing. Mostly our grandmas mention that this strengthens the hip part for women,which means it avoids backache in women. Regular consumption of these lentils strengthens your backbones. Generally the best way to have these lentils is as a porridge, but today I have used these for vadai's. It may not look very appetizing, but the flavours are right there,of course along with all the goodness.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes+ soaking and grinding time
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Makes about 20 vadai's
Black urad dhal with skin- 150 gm (soaked in water for minimum of 8 hours or overnight )
Rice- 1 tbsp ( soaked in water for 2 hours )
Ginger- 1/4 inch ( finely chopped )
Black pepper corns- 8 to 10
Small onion- 3 finely chopped
Curry leaves- 5 to 6 leaves roughly chopped
Salt to taste
Oil for deep frying
Grind the soaked lentils and rice in a grinder by adding very little water. Once it looks like a semi coarse paste, remove it from the grinder. Add salt and beat well. The batter should not be too watery or too fine. It should resemble a thick batter and lightly coarse paste. After two hours, mix the pepper,onion, ginger and curry leaves to the batter and beat well again. If you are not using immediately, keep it in the refrigerator and take it out 1/2 an hour before using it.
To make the vadai:
Heat the oil for deep frying in a heavy bottom kadai. Wet your palms in water, take a small amount of batter, roll it out like a ball and place it in your palm. Dip your finger in water and make a small hole in the middle. Gently drop it in the hot oil. You'll notice oil bubbling around the edges of the vadai. ( Keep the flame in medium to low if the oil is too hot. If the oil is too hot, it might quickly become brown in the outside and remains uncooked in the inside). After a minute turn the vada to the other side. Once the bubbling of oil slows down or stop, take it out. Serve immediately with Coconut chutney.
Incase if you are having heartburns during pregnancy, avoid this. Instead you can have it after delivery, since it strenghtens the back bones.
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The Fanatical Fanactivist
The Fanatical Fantactivist is a science fiction fanzine by R. Graeme Cameron.
The Fanatical Fanactivist is published in British Columbia, Canada, and available as an e-zine as eFanzines.com. The subtitle of the fanzine is, "The Fannish E-Zine of the Canadian Fanzine Fanac Awards Society Dedicated to Promoting Canadian Fanzine Fandom".
The award recipients for 2011, the first year of the awards, were chosen by Cameron. Best Fan Artist was Taral Wayne; Best FanWriter was Garth Spencer; Bext Loc Hack was Lloyd Penney; Best Fanzine was Warp, edited by Cathy Palmer-Lister; and Life-Time Achievement Award went to "The Unknown Faned" who published The Canadian Science Fiction Fan in 1936. The Awards were present at VCon in Vancouver, British Columbia. The cover of issue 4 by Taral Wayne featured a reproduction of the certificate given to the winners. Eric Cjhu designed an award, featured on the cover of issue 5, which Lawrence Prime will create.
Letters came from all the winners, as well as Dave Haren, Neil Jamieson-Williams (Swill@30), and Jinnie Cracknell (Quantum B*llocks), Dave Haren, Neil Jamieson-Williams, Murray Moore (Aztec Blue), and Robert Runte (The Monthly Monthly, Neology).
Cover art is by Barry Kent McKay (#3), Taral Wayne (#4), Eric Chu, Lawrence Prime (#5).
R. Graeme Cameron has previously published BCSFAzine (1989-1995), WCSFAzine, and Space Cadet (1994-2000).


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X Prize founder/chairman Peter Diamandis talks about asteroid mining.
The folks who brought you zero-gravity airplane flights and multimillion-dollar trips to the International Space Station have lined up some billionaire investors for their next space venture — but they're not quite ready to tell you all about it.
Instead, they're sending out a media alert for a Seattle news conference next week, when they promise to "unveil a new space venture with a mission to help ensure humanity's prosperity." The new venture, called Planetary Resources, has the stated aim of expanding Earth's resource base. That's led a couple of observers to speculate that Planetary Resources is being formed to go into the extraterrestrial mining business.
One of the venture's founders is Peter Diamandis, who has played a leading role in setting up multimillion-dollar X Prizes for private space travel and other technological feats. He also founded Zero G Corp., which turned weightless-airplane flights into a tourist attraction. The other co-founder/co-chairman is Eric Anderson, who is chairman of Space Adventures, the company that has arranged space station trips for a succession of millionaires and billionaires.
A former client of Anderson's, software billionaire (and two-time spaceflier) Charles Simonyi, is listed as an investor in Planetary Resources. Other investors and advisers on the list include Google's Larry Page and Eric Schmidt, plus fellow billionaires K. Ram Shriram and Ross Perot Jr. (son of the former presidential candidate), plus filmmaker James Cameron.
X Prize Foundation
Google co-founder Larry Page and X Prize co-founder Peter Diamandis share the microphone in 2007 during the unveiling of the Google Lunar X Prize. Page is listed as an investor in Planetary Resources, another venture that Diamandis is founding.
Today's media alert says the new company "will overlay two critical sectors — space exploration and natural resources — to add trillions of dollars to the global GDP. This innovative start-up will create a new industry and a new definition of 'natural resources.'"
"That sounds like asteroid mining," Christopher Mims writes on MIT Technology Review's "Mims' Bits" blog. "Because what else is there in space that we need here on earth? Certainly not a livable climate or a replacement for our dwindling supplies of oil."
Parabolic Arc's Doug Messier, meanwhile, writes that the venture will be an "extraterrestrial mining company."
Diamandis has said on more than one occasion that he's intrigued by the idea of digging into asteroids, for materials ranging from water (for fuel as well as for astronauts) to precious metals such as platinum. The Verge points to a TED talk in 2005 where Diamandis discusses his dream, while Forbes magazine has brought up the subject with him more than once in the past few months.
For now, Planetary Resources is keeping the mystery close to the vest. The plan is to reveal the details next Tuesday at the Seattle Museum of Flight's Charles Simonyi Space Gallery. Diamandis, Anderson and Simonyi will be in attendance, along with Chris Lewicki, a former NASA Mars mission manager who is the company's president and chief engineer; and Tom Jones, a planetary scientist and retired astronaut who serves as an adviser to the company.
Will the mystery keep until then? Stay tuned.
Peter Diamandis, founder of the X Prize Foundation and co-author of "Abundance: Why the Future is Better Than You Think," talks about the key to prosperity in the 21st century, and the importance of innovation and forward thinking to make the impossible possible.
More about extraterrestrial investments:
- Could legal loophole lead to extraterrestrial land claims?
- Private property in outer space? It's debatable
- To infinity and beyond: Investing in space travel
- How to make the moon pay
Alan Boyle is msnbc.com's science editor. Connect with the Cosmic Log community by "liking" the log's Facebook page, following @b0yle on Twitter or adding Cosmic Log's Google+ page to your circle. You can also check out "The Case for Pluto," my book about the controversial dwarf planet and the search for other worlds.


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ASPCA Rescues Animal Victims of Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey
The ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®), at the request of the Ocean County Health Department and the Ocean County Sheriff's Department in Toms River, N.J., has dispatched its disaster response team to conduct water and land search-and-rescue for animals affected by the devastating storm that struck Ocean County. The operation is being supported by responders from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW www.ifaw.org), Animal Rescue League of Boston, in conjunction with the New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and Toms River Animal Control.
"Many people have lost their homes due to the storm, and our goal is to alleviate some of the stress for pet owners by reuniting them with their animals," said Dr. Dick Green, director of Disaster Response for the ASPCA Field Investigations and Response team. "The ASPCA is pleased to be in a position to assist Ocean County authorities, and the incredible support and collaboration with the local officials and our response partners will allow us to respond quickly to animal rescue requests. Our priority is to help reunite as many pet owners and their animals as possible."
ASPCA responders arrived on the ground late Thursday to work with local officials to assess the situation and establish a system that will help reunite pet owners with their pets. An eight-person team responded to more than 30 animal rescue requests yesterday, retrieving displaced pets and reuniting them with its owners. Ocean County residents who need report emergency animal rescues should contact a statewide pet hotline: 1-866-407-4787.
"In the aftermath of this devastating Hurricane, the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) was asked to support land and water search and rescue operations for animals in Ocean County," said Shannon Walajtys, IFAW Manager for Disasters. "We're fortunate to have our PetFinder Foundation funded rescue truck and trailer filled with water rescue boats and equipment including sheltering supplies for those animals that were left behind as residents were forced to evacuate at a moment's notice."
"We are proud to join in the effort to help rescue animals affected by flooding and other storm-related perils along the New Jersey coastline," added Brian O'Connor, manager of Rescue Services at the Animal Rescue League of Boston. "We can ensure that animals are safe and well cared for while the people of Ocean County focus on the rebuilding of their lives and communities."
The ASPCA Field Investigations and Response team frequently responds to natural disasters, including major events like Hurricane Irene, and the Joplin, Mo. tornado in 2011, Hurricanes Gustav and Ike in 2008 and Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005, in addition to being called upon by state and municipal governments and other animal welfare partners to lend expertise during large-scale animal rescue operations.
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About the ASPCA®
Founded in 1866, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is the first animal welfare organization in North America and serves as the nation's leading voice for animals. More than two million supporters strong, the ASPCA's mission is to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, the ASPCA is a national leader in the areas of anti-cruelty, community outreach and animal health services. For more information, please visit www.ASPCA.org, and be sure to follow the ASPCA on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
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Founded in 1899, The Animal Rescue League (ARL) of Boston is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing domesticated animals and wildlife from suffering, cruelty, abandonment, and neglect. In addition to the organization's animal rescue, law enforcement, shelter, and veterinary headquarters in Boston, the ARL of Boston operates shelters in Boston, Dedham, and Brewster, Massachusetts. The ARL of Boston also maintains a fleet of animal ambulances and specialized rescue vehicles as well as the mobile Spay Waggin' providing subsidized spay/neuter services throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod.
About IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare)
Founded in 1969, IFAW saves animals in crisis around the world. With projects in more than 40 countries, IFAW rescues individual animals, works to prevent cruelty to animals, and advocates for the protection of wildlife and habitats. For more information, visit www.ifaw.org. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund supports IFAW's disaster relief efforts around the world.


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Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. -- KERX
Feb 01, 2013, 07:00 ET
NEW YORK, Feb. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Notice is hereby given that Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP has filed a class action lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, case no. 13 Civ. 0755, on behalf of all persons who purchased Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Keryx" or the "Company") (NASDAQ CM: KERX) securities between June 1, 2009 and April 1, 2012 inclusive (the "Class Period").
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Keryx and its Chief Executive Officer Ron Bentsur are alleged to have violated Section 10(b) and/or 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder. Specifically, the complaint alleges that defendants mislead investors about the timing and success of Keryx's clinical trial that tested whether the drug perifosine was effective in treating late stage colorectal cancer.
On April 2, 2012, Keryx announced the top-line data from the perifosine X-PECT Phase 3 Clinical Trial. The Company revealed that the trial for refractory advanced colorectal cancer did not meet the primary endpoint of improving overall patient survival versus capecitabine and a placebo. On this disappointing news, Keryx share price plummeted from $4.98 on March 30, 2012 to $1.74 on April 2, 2012 – a decline of roughly 65%.
Plaintiff now seeks to recover damages on behalf of himself and all other individual and institutional investors who bought Keryx securities between June 1, 2009 and April 1, 2012, excluding defendants and their affiliates. Plaintiff is represented by Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a law firm with extensive experience in prosecuting class actions and actions involving corporate fraud.
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SAN FRANCISCO — David Perlman had two deadlines on his mind as he elbowed his way through the Exploratorium, cane in one hand, notebook in the other.
As the San Francisco Chronicle's veteran science writer, Perlman has been covering the granddaddy of hands-on science museums since it was just a glimmer of an idea in the fertile mind of physicist Frank Oppenheimer, the "uncle of the atom bomb."
Now, after 43 years in the elegant but drafty Palace of Fine Arts, the museum was getting ready to close before moving to new digs on the Embarcadero, and it was Perlman's job to chronicle the last day in its original home.
So the first deadline was his own — 6 p.m. to make the next day's paper with a front-page story. The second belonged to the woman tagging along behind him.


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Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Vice City Stories is a video game fun. If you do not have a Sony PSP and you are a fan of Grand Theft Auto Series, you might want to pick up a PSP to play this game. Vice City Stories is a different main character. This time you'll play as Victor Vance. Vance is a frustrated with his career looking to make a little Strangely the boss Martinez who hooks him into making a little cash on the side through crime.
If you play and enjoy Grand Theft Auto Vice City, you have to love this game. Afterall, there's no place like home. Map is not identical with the first game but very similar. Some of the businesses you remember from the PS2 game has not been built but there are many and a slightly different way in some areas. There is also more time spent on the military base near the airport, as your first save house is Vic's barracks on base. For this game you start out on what is known as the second island. When driving along you hear the familiar message about the bridge closed. Road blocks block access to other islands, but you can access the Starfish Island from the beginning of the game.
The first mission is quite simple. The main character Vic can swim for a short time and the first mission he had to swim to shore and then deliver the package. Your next mission will visit to Phil Cassidy (a character from Grand Theft Auto Vice City), and helped him with some problem of some people.
Rockstar Games did not push the Grand Theft Auto series further with Vice City Stories, so do not look for many new features that do not appear in San Andreas, the latest game in the series. GTA Vice City Stories is basically a new adventure in a familiar atmosphere.
The game looks beautiful and quite cinematic on the PSP system. soundtrack is amazing with all the stations are returning and some new ones. Handling is awesome vehicle. I had some problems with targeting so far shot but I'm getting better with it. Play your game a lot left to rely on analog pad. On the PSP the pad is not raised off the system. This caused my mom to get sick a lot faster than it's ever done than when I play games on the PS2.
Overall, GTA Vice City Stories is anything that you like GTA Vice City in a portable system with a great soundtrack and a new storyline. I have absolutely no complaints with the game. I like the free roaming that GTA Vice City Stories is provided within a short time I wander to find the hidden body armor. I would say that this game is much better than Liberty City Stories, many of the improvements made. This game will provide you with hours of fun.
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Back to School Fall '11
9 comments:
- Austere said...
Nice, classic and sensible yet stylish pieces. Really liking the Filson bag. You're correct about them being investments that will surely last years.
- September 2, 2011 at 3:41 PM
- Belle Armed said...
love all those pieces. great inspiration here!!!
- September 2, 2011 at 5:29 PM
- Amelia said...
That would be a serious dent in your wallet, but then again it's also an investment.... You're in a bit of a pickle aren't you?
Now if you excuse me I will go and frolic around your blog...
- September 2, 2011 at 5:34 PM
- Rachel said...
Great pieces, especially those loafers. I agree with you and Austere: these are investment pieces, not just one-off items for autumn (or the semester/quarter, which is how I would approach back to school shopping when I was in school, terribly enough).
- September 2, 2011 at 6:13 PM
- Ella said...
those loafers are fantastic!
- September 2, 2011 at 7:17 PM
- Jada said...
(In response to your comment on my post) Please make a list! I love to read it.
Looking forward to Friday Favorites and loafers/boat shoes make me so happy. I love wearing them :D
- September 2, 2011 at 9:16 PM
Great pieces, Joy. I would have picked the same myself! In fact, I used to own a pair of those same penny loafers in grade school and i loved them!
- September 3, 2011 at 2:22 AM
- Sweet Harvest Moon said...
Love every item!
- September 3, 2011 at 5:33 AM
- Lindsay K said...
Great pieces that you will get so much wear out of! The Bean boots are one practical item that I'm going to order before it snows. I've learned my lesson from last year;)
- September 3, 2011 at 8:23 PM


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Mr. and Mrs. John Kiest (Kust)
Mr. and Mrs. John Kiest and John Felchle tell of voyage to America and early experiences in the United States.
Felchle, Clifford. "Mr. and Mrs. John Kiest (Kust)." McClusky Gazette, 1930.
When Napoleon conquered part of Germany he left French soldiers to occupy the area. Napoleon went to Russia and was frozen out in 1812. His empire crumbled and some of his occupation soldiers stayed in the conquered territory as civilians. Hauk and Boschee, both French soldiers, stayed in Wurtemberg and married German wives. *
The Czar of Russia had married a German girl by the name of Catherine and because of this Russia was friendly toward the German people and invited them to Russia. *
Mrs. John Kiest's great-grandparents moved to Russia in 1814. Possibly they took a boat down the Danube and moved the rest of the way by wheelbarrow. ** They moved to an area near the Black Sea. Great-grandfather Boschee was one and a half years old when his family moved to Russia. Great-grandfather Jacob Lang was carried to Russia as a nine month old baby. It is said that he developed three natural sets of teeth. He died at the age of one hundred and three years at which time Mrs. John Kiest was seven years old.
In Russia, Mrs. John Kiest lived thirty miles from Bender and twenty miles from Tiraspol, in the dorf Kassel, in the state of Bessarabia. From Kassel, which was situated in hills above a large valley, there was a narrow valley about one block wide which led to the Dniester River.
The houses were built out of rock and clay brick. The roofs were made of rohr, which was similar to the stem of the cattail which is a tall marsh plant. A six inch layer of the rohr was sewn with twine to the wooden roof frame. A roof would remain in excellent repair after ten years of exposure to the elements. Most of the Russians just stacked straw on their buildings and it was very easy to differentiate Russian from German homes. The house in which Mrs. John Kiest lived as a child burned down when she was seven years old. It had been a two bedroom, kitchen, and dining room dwelling. Her mother was able to save only their clothes. The cause of the fire was not determined. When she was eight years old the house was rebuilt. They lived in the new house for ten years. In their dorf there were eight rows of houses, each row being two miles long. The lots were two hundred and ten feet by one hundred and five feet. A lot cost thirty ruble.
They had epidemics of cholera. Sometimes one fourth of the population of a dorf would die. They would dig large holes and haul people by wagon to the mass burials. The last epidemic was when Mrs. John Kiest's father was twenty-four years old.
There were two Lutheran, one Baptist, and one Reformed
church in Kassel. The Baptist church was only one
block from Mrs. John Kiest's home. Often after
she had gone to the Lutheran Sunday School, she and
other girls went out into the woods to pick strawberries
and flowers. The strawberries, which were plentiful,
were about as large as our tame ones.
Kassel had two flour mills and two oil mills. Mrs. John Kiest's father worked for fifteen years in one of the oil mills. They produced oil from mustard, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds. They used the oil for cooking. They used pumpkins for human consumption and also fed them to cattle. While her father worked in the oil mill the rest of the family took care of the fields. They rented land at two and a half acres for fifteen ruble or they furnished everything and the owner was given half of the crop as his share.
On July 10, 1905 Mrs. John Kiest and her brother, August, left Russia by train to Bremen, Germany. They had problems obtaining passports so they had to stay in Germany until September of that year. Mrs. John Kiest says she often cried during that time and found life very difficult. She and her brother were able to find work while in Germany, but it was difficult work. The ticket from Bremen to Baltimore cost one hundred nine dollars. When they got on board they had only eleven dollars left. The steamer, Kassel, carried six hundred passengers. They sailed for twelve days. For three days they were restricted to lower decks because of a storm. Mrs. John Kiest did not become seasick but her brother became very seasick. From Baltimore they traveled by train to Anamose, North Dakota arriving there on October 3, 1905.
Mr. John Kiest's family was also from Wurtemberg. His grandparents were carried to the area of the Black Sea as two year old children. Possibly they also traveled by boat down the Danube. This was approximately a generation later than the immigration of Mrs. John Kiest's family.
Mr. John Kiest was born on January 24, 1882 in Klöstitz, Bessarabia. His dorf was in a valley approximately three miles wide and ninety miles long, with its mouth entering the Black Sea. The name of the valley was Shar Kadal. Their farm to market road was approximately sixteen miles long and fifty feet wide. It was a muddy road when it rained. Shade trees lined both sides of the road. This area in Russia had a climate which was mild although it would snow some in the winter. It seldom was colder than ten degrees below zero. Even in the winter, snow would sometimes melt away.
They had many apple, peach, and plum orchards, but no citrus fruit. They did not have irrigation systems. Mr. John Kiest felt the fruit was sweeter from unirrigated orchards. They did not prune fruit trees. They only cut off dry limbs. The fruit was packed in wooden pails to be stored for winter use. Some of the fruit was used by the family and some of it was sold.
His family had four vineyards. They made their own wine and sold it for one ruble to one ruble and eighty kopecks per measure which equaled four gallons.
They raised wheat, corn, cats, and rye. To thrash the grain they spread it in heavy layers and used horses to pull a big wheel made out of stone over the grain. The stone wheel was pulled in a circular path until the grain was thrashed.
A scythe was used to harvest hay and grain. The scythe had a cradle so that a winrow would be formed. They scythe was sharpened by beating it flat and then producing a sharp edge with a wet stone.
They had a pair of oxen for about two or three years after which they obtained horses. To plow the land a three share plow was pulled by six horses.
Other activities included tending bee hives and some times they went fishing. Mr. John Kiest remembered selling fish to some Jewish people.
Because of the Russians starting universal military training many of the people in the area of the Black Sea became unhappy and looked for a new home. They returned to Germany and from there took a ship to the United States.
In 1901 Mr. John Kiest left Russia. He went to Bremen, a sea port in Germany, and there boarded the ship William The Great to the United States. He was on the Atlantic Ocean for Christmas that year and after a seven day voyage arrived in the United States in 1902. In 1901 William McKinley was president of the United States. The president was assassinated September 6, 1901 and Teddy Roosevelt, the vice-president became president.
Mr. John Kiest and his family went by train to Kulm, North Dakota where they bought nine cows, four horses, a wagon, and house hold things. They waited until spring after which they went by train to Bowden, North Dakota which was the end of the railroad line at that time. From Bowden to Goodrich they moved by wagon.
On March 5, 1906 Mr. and Mrs. John Kiest were married. This was the beginning of a new life on a homestead near Goodrich, North Dakota.
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Information Following May Not be Correct
1. Catherine II (1729-1796), called "the Great", was a German princess who became empress of Russia. During her rule, Russia expanded greatly. She promoted European, particularly French, culture in Russia.
2. This date is by my calculation. By history we know that Napoleon was frozen out of Russia in 1812. I expect the immigration of our forefathers to Russia from Germany would not have occurred before 1814. If this were correct than Mr. Jacob Lang would have lived to the age of approximately 83 rather than 103 years old.
3. I once talked to a German physician who told me that many of the southern German people migrated to Russia by taking a boat down the Danube. This would be about a 1,500 mile trip. Mr. and Mrs. John Kiest remembered having been told that part of the moving had been by wheelbarrow. I would expect the wheelbarrow was used to the boat in Germany and from the boat in Russia.
4. By history Nicholas II became the last Czar of Russia in 1894. A revolutionary movement started in the 1890's when a series of bad harvests caused starvation in some areas. Discontent among the Russian people grew after an economic depression began in 1899. The number of student protests, peasant revolts, and worker strikes increased. The general unrest in Russia may have also been a factor in causing Mr. and Mrs. John Kiest to leave Russia.


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Not great for Obstacle Course Racing
I wore these pants for a Spartan Beast. First time wearing them for a race and did not make a difference. I had the most problems with my hips and knees and didnât feel the support. They were tight to start but loosened up and ripped really easily.
so fit in gym
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
- Fit: Runs small
- Size Bought: small
- Height: 6'
- Weight: 130lbs
I love this pants when I was doing pound or running. so comfortable! recommend it if you wanna protect your knees when you work out.
Tried and True
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
- Fit: True to size
- Size Bought: Small
- Height: 5'4"
- Weight: 135lbs
I purchased these several years ago, and they've pulled me through numerous cool-weather runs, 10ks, and half marathons. I love the compression in these tights, and the size is very forgiving. I was an XS when I bought them, now I'm almost a M, and I haven't had to purchase a new pair. I machine wash them and hang them to dry. Though the lettering has long since peeled off, they look fantastic and will last a couple more years.
Great race tights
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
- Fit: True to size
- Size Bought: Large
- Height: 5'10"
As someone that suffers tightness and cramping in my quads and hamstrings, CW-X capris have always been my life-saver. I decided to race a marathon in their tights to see if I will recover faster, and experience less tightness throughout my legs, and sure enough I did.
Great compression tights
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Fit: True to size
- Size Bought: XS
- Height: 5'0"
- Weight: 100lbs
True to size. It is tight enough to support the muscles. I used it for steps climbing and my legs are not tired at all.
Great tights!
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
I ordered compression tights because I thought they might help with a chronic hamstring strain when running. I love the tights. They fit true to size. I am 5'2" and 107 pounds and ordered an XS. Even though they are a little harder to get on than non-compression tights, it is not a big deal. I'm not yet sure I will get any therapeutic benefit out of them, but I love the way they feel on. I would definitely order more.
great pants!
- Familiarity: I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
- Fit: True to size
I'm 5'5", 140 lbs, athletic/ muscular legs and the small fits me perfectly. I typically wear an XS or S and didn't size up. They fit great and were very comfortable for a 3+ hour run in the heat.
Size up
- Familiarity: I've used it several times
- Fit: Runs small
I have a pair of the crops and with the cold weather coming I had to have the full long pair too. I learned my lesson and sized up with this - they are still plenty snug (I'm 5.7", 135 lbs). The weave definitely hugs your muscles and is as flattering as anything skin tight could be.
Awesome tights!
- Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer
I normally wear a size XS so I sized up to the size SM in these compression tights and they are the perfect fit! I am a big fan of the support these expert tights provide, I have noticed the difference in muscle fatigue since wearing these tights running. Tip: put these on light panty hose, helps slide them on your body quickly. The fabric is very wicking and breathable. I love the fabric feel, it's very comfortable against my skin. A little pricy but worth the support!
well made
fits well, comfy and seems durable
cw-x expert tight - women
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Without these I am a little lazy.
Love em!
These are the first running tights I have gotten and I am in love. For long runs they are great. The fabric is super breathable and the seam stitching doesn't cause any uncomfortable rubbing anywhere. I do notice a difference in muscle fatigue and from when I run with these on. You might be a little leery of their sizing chart- they know what they're talking about. I will definitely be checking out more CWX products.
Great tights
I use these for everything from running to hiking to mountaineering to skiing (fits great under a race suit) and even biking (when I need that extra layer). Definitely run a bit on the small side, but you want them to be compressive in fit, so this is alright.
Like other reviewers are saying,I'm not sure how much these pants are actually stabilizing anyting, but the compression feels really good on long workouts.
pretty awesome pants
i thought it'll be too tight when i first got it . But man , this pant is really comfortable and warm.
i used it to run mostly , I'm not sure how much the knee thing actually works.. i had knee surgery 6 months ago. it didn't feel like it actually making it more stabil but the compression feels good.
If you've never tried them, you should
I bought one pair of these for my wife before buying these from backcountry.com as she would get sore and tired after longer ski runs. After the first day, she skied stronger, faster, and didn't complain of the soreness she had felt the day before. I haven't used them for running, only for skiing and it does seem to decrease the lactic acid build up in the leg muscles. You can still get tired but not fatigued like you may without them.
I won't say it makes me 10 years younger but I will say, I don't ever feel like I need to rest because of tired or sore legs.
I also recommend if you're between sizes, go with the smaller as the tighter compression worked better for me.
Used for 10 mile trail run and didn't have the usual fatigue set in. Felt comfortable. I'm 5'4", 128ish and ordered an XS.
Didn't work for me
I'm 5'9 and 135 lbs with longer thighs than calves (by a bit- think t-rex style) and the compression pattern just didn't line up for me in the medium size. They looked a bit like a 'short-pant' on me. I also had issues with the pants trying to slip down. They were returned.
Didn't work for me
I'm 5'9 and 135 lbs with longer thighs than calves (by a bit- think t-rex style) and the compression pattern just didn't line up for me in the medium size. They looked a bit like a 'short-pant' on me. I also had issues with the pants trying to slip down. They were returned.
Love the tights!
I am 5'8" and small-medium build and the small size fits very well. There has been a little bit of trouble with the waistband slipping down a bit, but tied tighter, that problem goes away. They are warm, but not too warm, and comfortable. They are my first pair of running tights and I couldn't be happier.
Great tights
I've had these for a year, and they are really great. But sometimes I need to pull them up because they slide down. There is also the problem of bunching around my knees, especially when I'm running. If you are skeptical about compression leggings, give these a try and you might just change your mind.
5'5 110lbs and not beanpole skinny....
5'5 110lbs and not beanpole skinny. Small?
I am 5'7" at 130 lbs. a lot of height in...
I am 5'7" at 130 lbs. a lot of height in legs, do I go with a small or medium to accommodate leg length?
Hi Jennifer-
Did you already settle on a pair? You can actually go either way on the size. If you have strong legs and quads, I would recommend the medium. If your legs are skinny, then I would recommend the small. But honestly, either size would work for you. In the small, you would just have a slightly larger gap between your ankle and the bottom of the tights. Good luck!
I'm 5ft 125 lbs can you help with sizing? I have skinny legs and carry all my weight in my tummy. I had an xs in the ventilator and they are discontinued (sad - they were great) I can still wear them, but think they may be a little to snug after winter weight gain, but if I lose any weight I'm certain the xs is they way to go. Guidance on sizing would be helpful. The biggest difference I notice is length. They sit just above my ankle now at 125 lbs whereas they sat over my ankle at 117 lbs.
PS I need ventilator or this cut because stablyx cuts me off where I carry weight creating a muffin top.
So. These babies sound great but, I'm 140...
So. These babies sound great but, I'm 140 and 6ft do I go for a M or L?? I don't have insanley long legs for my height so I just want to make sure I'm thinking the right size.
Basing everything on the men's I'lll say that I would judge it on your waist. If you have a wider waist by measurement, I'd go with the large as the waist band may seem too tight in the mediums. If you consider yourself to have a narrower waist, then go with the mediums. As for length, I have the mediums in men's and am 6' and these would be fine for me if I was 6' 2". There's enough length pre stretched and then stretched.
With these tights. I am 5'6", 104lbs. I...
With these tights. I am 5'6", 104lbs. I am in between an XS and S. Height wise I fit in the small size. Weight wise I fit the XS. What option should I select to fit me properly, provide support, and keep me warm....
I would go with the XS since I've bought both the larger and the smaller of 2 sizes I was between and really like the smaller size more. I will say the larger size was easier to get on but the smaller size kept the fatigue down more.
After reading all these comments I almost...
After reading all these comments I almost feel more confused than before! I am 5"7, and weigh 136 lbs, and therefore fall inbetween the S and M. If I want to ensure maximum support for my knees, would I be best to go for the S?
I own 4 pairs, all size small. They are a chore to get on, but once they're on your knees are going anywhere. They feel great and really do make a different in fatigue, endurance, etc. Just remember you want them tight!!
Yes, I would go with the S since I've bought both the larger and the smaller of 2 sizes I was between and really like the smaller size more. I will say the larger size was easier to get on but the smaller size kept the fatigue down more.
I 6'1 and 170lbs. Would I be better off...
I 6'1 and 170lbs. Would I be better off getting the men's version of these tights or would the largest women's tights be better?
Hi msrunner- Based on your height and weight, you are probably just out of the range for a women's Large size in the CW-X Support tights. Size XL will be available from CW-X for women, but not until next season. So for now, my recommendation is to try the Men's size Large. My wife is almost the same exact ehight and weight as you and she wears most of her weight through the hips core area. She likes the way the Men's size large fits her. I hope this helps.
I fit into the womens large (5'9", 180lbs)...
I fit into the womens large (5'9", 180lbs) on chart but I am concerned about the rise. I am curvy and have on longer rise/ high waist, will these work for me?
I believe they will. I am 5'4" and got the small. The come up to my natural waist and have a draw string to keep them there. These are not "stylish" low rise tights. They are great running tights that supply extra support to the knees. I found it hard to believe that clothing could add extra bounce to my step, but I'll be darned if these tights didn't do just that! I just finished my second ski season using these as my base layer ans I am very happy to report that A.) They have held up perfectly and B.) No injuries!
One other option is to look at the Performx Tight by CW-X. In the Performx tight, it is not as crucial to align the knee area. So you can fit the tight higher or lower on your waist if needed. The function and support is very similar to the Expert tight you are looking at. Size Large is correct, and because the tights stretch very well, they should fit a curvy figure no problem. Good luck.
I weigh 157 pounds and have a 34 inch...
I weigh 157 pounds and have a 34 inch inseam. I want to use these for warmth and support for downhill skiing. What size should I buy and are they the right tight for skiing?
You fall into the medium category:http://cw-x.com/gr/products/womens/pu_size_chart/index.htmBut just to let you know, these tights are TIGHT. I'm 5'6" and 135-140lbs and I have the mediums and it's a struggle to get them on, but once you do, they are worth it. As for wearing them skiing, depends on how cold you get and whether or not your snow pants are insulated. CW-X also has the Insulator tight that is designed for cold weather use that I use for snowboarding.
I'm going to be training for a marathon...
I'm going to be training for a marathon in weather from -20c to 0c, would these tights be warm enough for that?
I'd look into the "Insulator" version of this same tight. It's here: http://www.backcountry.com/store/CWX0014/CW-X-Insulator-Expert-Tights-Mens.html?CMP_ID=SH_SHP001&CMP_SKU=CWX0014&mv_pc=r110
Would these be warm enough for running in...
Would these be warm enough for running in 30-ish degree weather? Do they resist wind at all, or are they intended solely as an underlayer?
I wouldn't opt for these tights to keep you super warm. If you like the look and muscle support of the CW-X, opt for the CW-X Insulator Stabilyx Tight instead. Another option is the Sugoi MidZero Tight. For super cold days (colder than 30* F) go for the Pearl Izumi AmFib.
Does anybody know what the inseam is on...
Does anybody know what the inseam is on the S & M? I'm 6', 135lbs and I'm thinking I need a small, because Medium would be too big. I wear pants w/a 35" inseam...
I suggest checking the size chart on cw-x.com
do you have any 3/4 thights?
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I'm hoping it's a good thing for SW's future is all. At this point I sometimes look at it and think it's in jeopardy. Not that it'd ever go away or anything, but that it's sort of hit the wall a bit. It went from lame, to cool, to lame again... Can it get cool again? I'm not so sure SW is like the stock market, in that it can sustain fluctuation.I think TPM3D screamed a lot about where SW is... adding in the declining interest in Clone Wars 3D. Star Wars needs something of Battlestar Galactica/Star Trek: The Next Generation proportions to revive it. Something big, and with maybe some solid outside influence rather than Lucas being the only voice in the room.
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Friday, April 26, 2013
The Lords Of Salem: Book Review
Rob Zombie has played many roles—musician, director, actor—but in the case of his recent novelization of his newest film The Lords of Salem, he takes on the role of author.
The novel is split into two parts: the first taking place in 1692, Salem, Massachusetts; the second in the same city, but present day.
Zombie weaves some historical fact into his tale; character John Hawthorn was a very real and cruel judge that took a personal interest in the witch trials. In the novel, Hawthorn, accompanied by another judge by the name of Mather and two brutish brothers, is on a mission to stop a coven of witches from raising the Devil. After catching them in the act of ritual the witches are given a "trial" to try and have the Christ beaten into them. However, the leader of the coven, Margaret Morgan, curses the men's bloodline before they set her ablaze.
This extremely graphic but undeniably gripping opening brings us to part two and our protagonist, Heidi Hawthorn. Along with being an unknowing descendant of John Hawthorn, she is also a local radio DJ and a recovering heroine addict. Poor Heidi's struggles are far from over when she receives "a gift from the Lords"—a wooden box bearing an odd, cross-like symbol and a vinyl record. Whether the record is played at home or on the air, it gets the same reaction, hypnotizing the women of Salem into a trance that often ends in murder.
Lords of Salem was co-written with B.K. Evenson, an American author who often dabbles in horror and science fiction. This was no exceptional work of fiction, but it was still a fun, lofty read. I'm a big fan of Zombie's work and I would absolutely pick up anything else he penned, but I think it is safe to say he is much more confident in his screenplay writing.
The characters—with the exception of Heidi—were only half-imagined. Some were given a bright spotlight that winked out of the end of the chapter. More effort should have been put into the characters and less into the pulpy text. While the extensive physical descriptions are lovely, they aren't always necessary, and not really desired by myself, someone who likes to work for the story rather than have it all handed to me. There was a lot of beautiful, dark imagery but I was left wondering what it all added up to.
I don't want to sound like I didn't like the book and I don't want to nit pick too much because I think The Lords of Salem was a decent work of fiction and a quick, exciting read. You can pick it up at Amazon.com or your favorite bookseller.
The film is now out in theatres and is also available On Demand and on DVD in some places.
Posted by Christine Hadden at 4/26/2013
Labels: Books, Marie, The Lords of Salem
3 comments:
- MoreThanHorror said...
Found your blog via Bloody Disgusting's Horror Blog Awards. – Congrats! So far they have been right on the money. I'm really enjoying your blog so far and will definitely be visiting more. –good work and thanks for sharing your horror love!
- April 28, 2013 at 11:26 AM
- Christine Hadden said...
Thanks, MoreThanHorror! Appreciate you stopping by and leaving a comment! :)
- April 28, 2013 at 1:17 PM
- Spooky Vegan said...
I enjoyed the film so I am interested to check out the book as I hear it delves more into the story.
Thanks for the review...I will still read the novel, but now I'm not so eager to run out and get it.
- April 28, 2013 at 5:16 PM
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"Perfection is in the details," stated Paul Hanlon, lead hair stylist for Fekkai. There was certainly perfection at the Altuzurra Spring 2013 show and its finely detailed collection shown in Chelsea.
Models sat statue-still as duos of hairstylists worked on them. The show's look required sectioning the hair and having one stylist anchor a ponytail while continually brushing it sleek with a boar's head brush. At the same time another stylist slowly released slivers of hair from the sectioning and sprayed them with Fekkai Coiff Sheer Hold Hair Spray while simultaneously blow-drying back towards the ponytail base.
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Hey all, there's something I need to bring to everyone's attention. Some time ago a discussion took place in order to identify the Death Eaters who participated in the Battle of the Department of Mysteries. This discussion was partly successfull, in that those who participated correctly discovered that Antonin Dolohov was played by Richard Cubison, Travers was played by Tav MacDougall and Walden Macnair was played by Peter Best. However, in the case of the former two, the actors themselves were mixed-up which has led to the Death Eaters being incorrectly portryed in their articles. As you can see, Richard Cubison is clearly not the man portrayed in Dolohov's article. Same with Tav MacDougall, who was cast as Travers, and yet who's picture appears in Rabastan Lestrange's article. Unfortunately the casting announments for Cubison and MacDougall are no longer available, and while I was not a member of this site at the time the forum was held, I do remember seeing them on Mugglenet and the Leaky Cauldron, as well as the actors agencies, although the source for Travers being played by MacDougall is still available on Wikipedia's cast list for Harry Potter. As for the two remaining Death Eaters, played by Arben Bajraktaraj and Richard Trinder, there is absoloutley no evedince whatsoever for either of them being Rabastan or Rodolphous Lestrange, and, looking at the forum it seems that those whom participated simply decided that since they couldn't be positivley identified they would be randomly assigned identities regardless. I feel it is nothing short of a bare faced lie to say that the Death Eater played by Bajraktaraj is Lestrange when their is no evedince for it and the images on his and Rabastan's articles should be removed, and the ones on Dolohov's and Travers's articles be replaced with the correct ones. Jayden Matthews 13:41, 6 August 2009 (UTC)
- I've just googled their names and you can pretty much take your pick, their are multiple sources and cast lists that credit Tav MacDougall as "Death Eater Travers", Richard Cubison as "Death Eater Dolohov" and Peter Best as "Death Eater" Macnair". Arben Bajraktara is credited as "Azkaban Death Eater" and Richard Trinder as "Bearded Death Eater". Jayden Matthews 17:51, 6 August 2009 (UTC)
Well it's taken me the better part of a week, but the Death Eater articles now have the correct images and are properly sourced. Jayden Matthews 12:33, 9 August 2009 (UTC)
Richard Cubison is Death Eater Jugson
Arben Bajraktaraj is Death Eater Antonin Dolohov
Tav Macdougall is Death Eater Travers
Peter Best is Death Eater Walden Macnair
Jason Isaacs is Death Eater Lucius Malfoy
Helena Bonham Carter is Death Eater Bellatrix Lestrange
Richard Trinder is possibly a Lestrange Brother.
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Recently, Michael Haynes, CEO of APMEX, appeared for an interview on The Hays Advantage from Bloomberg Radio. Kathleen Hays, the show's host, mentioned the fact that the price of Gold had increased to over $1,600 per ounce. She stated that she reviewed presentation Michael's recent presentation titled "Asset Alchemy in the Uncertain and Volatile 21st Century." Listen to the entire interview here. Kathleen got the conversation rolling by asking a pointed question:
KATHLEEN HAYS: "Michael, you're bullish on Gold. Why?"
MICHAEL HAYNES: "Well, actually, it's not a question of being bullish on Gold. It's a question of being bullish on asset allocation that would include Gold."
"Bullish" is a word that often arises in discussions related to investing, but what does it actually mean? The term "bullish" relates to a type of financial market trend known as a "bull market." In a bull market, investors feel confident that the market is rising. They believe the share prices will increase for the foreseeable future. This is in contrast to a "bear" market, which is characterized by a decline in both market prices and investor confidence over a sustained period of time.
The confidence a bull market inspires tends to lead investors to… well, invest in the hopes of benefiting from potential future price increases. Bull markets generally exist for a country at a time when economic growth is high and unemployment is low. Therefore, to be "bullish" about something in the financial world is to be optimistic about it, and to believe that investing in it is a sound decision that will have a positive outcome.
With that in mind, why is Michael Haynes bullish on including Gold as part of asset allocation? What makes him confident that buying Gold as part of an investment strategy is a smart choice? He explained later in the interview:
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Wow, do people even watch Russell Wilson before they sum it all up for us, or do they just base everything off of Mel Kiper and the gang...? He's too short, can only do the run option, not really a pocket passer, doesn't have the arm strength??? Maybe I need to see a lot more of Kaepernick, he has played well, but I don't see him as better than Wilson.
Arm Strength - Kaep (I actually would like to see these two guys throw in a contest)
Accuracy - Wilson (but barely)
Athleticism - Kaep - (not so sure about that, taller maybe)
Star Power - Kaep (not sure what this even means)
Leadership - Kaep??? (what planet is this guy on?)
and Kaep is the winner!
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Werner Syndrome is a rare progressive disorder that is characterized by the appearance of unusually accelerated aging (progeria). Although the disorder is typically recognized by the third or fourth decades of life, certain characteristic findings are present beginning during adolescence and early adulthood.
Individuals with Werner Syndrome have an abnormally slow growth rate, and there is cessation of growth at puberty. As a result, affected individuals have short stature and low weight relative to height. By age 25, those with the disorder typically experience early graying (canities) and premature loss of scalp hair (alopecia). As the disease progresses, additional abnormalities include loss of the layer of fat beneath the skin (subcutaneous adipose tissue); severe wasting (atrophy) of muscle tissue in certain areas of the body; and degenerative skin changes, particularly in the facial area, the upper arms and hands, and the lower legs and feet (distal extremities). Due to degenerative changes affecting the facial area, individuals with Werner Syndrome may have unusually prominent eyes, a beaked or pinched nose, and/or other characteristic facial abnormalities.
Werner Syndrome may also be characterized by development of a distinctive high-pitched voice; eye abnormalities, including premature clouding of the lenses of the eyes (bilateral senile cataracts); and certain endocrine defects, such as impaired functioning of the ovaries in females or testes in males (hypogonadism) or abnormal production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas and resistance to the effects of insulin (non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus). In addition, individuals with Werner syndrome may develop progressive thickening and loss of elasticity of artery walls (arteriosclerosis). Affected blood vessels typically include the arteries that transport oxygen-rich (oxygenated) blood to heart muscle (coronary arteries). Some affected individuals may also be susceptible to developing certain benign (noncancerous) or malignant tumors. Progressive arteriosclerosis, malignancies, and/or associated abnormalities may result in potentially life-threatening complications by approximately the fourth or fifth decade of life. Werner syndrome is inherited as an autosomal recessive trait.
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