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When Shaina finds a companionable but unfamiliar hen, she searches for the owner. All she finds is a crate that bears this legend: "Izzy Pippik Chickens And Eggs."
But Izzy Pippik doesn't live in her downtrodden town, so Shaina decides to keep the hen for him until he returns to collect it.
It's not easy in a town where food is scarce. She has to stop her parents from cooking the hen, then prevent them from eating the hen's eggs, and then discourage them from eating the chickens that hatch from those eggs. (A minor quibble is that nowhere in the story is the rooster who fertilizes the eggs of Izzy Pippik's runaway hen, allowing the hen's prolific progeny to populate the town.)
Time passes. Izzy Pippik doesn't return, and the town soon is as overrun with chickens that remain as untouchable as a rural Indian town where cattle outnumber the humans. Soon, the chickens — like the tame chipmunks in St. Elmo, Colorado — become a tourist attraction, bringing outsiders to the village, and reinvigorating local business.
And then Izzy Pippik shows up. Will he want his hen back? And all of her children, and children's children? The ending is as simple and rewarding as Marie Lafrance's light-hearted illustrations. Based on an ancient tale sourced to the Babylonian Talmud and Hadith of the Prophet Mohammed.


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We need high-speed passenger rail service between Savannah and Atlanta.
In 2009, under the direction of President Obama and Vice President Biden, Congress appropriated $8 billion through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for the purpose of building a high-speed passenger rail system nationwide.
Yet in Georgia, not one spike has been driven for such a system.
Establishing high-speed passenger rail service between Atlanta and Savannah makes for an economic transformation that the entire state could benefit from. It will take convincing Georgia DOT Commissioner Keith Golden and Joseph Szabo of the Federal Railroad Administration that the demand for such services are warranted in Georgia, and that the economic gains are worth it.
Amtrak's high-speed Northeast Corridor Passenger Rail Service between Washington, D.C., and New York City boasts train speeds in excess of 150 miles per hour.
My understanding is that elsewhere in the U.S., high-speed passenger rail service is limited to a maximum speed of 110 miles per hour by the FRA. For me, that is a sufficient speed for starting service between Atlanta and Savannah, with one stop in between at Macon.
Commuters could travel to work between Savannah and Macon in about 90 minutes; between Macon and Atlanta, about 30 minutes; passengers could make it to Atlanta from Savannah in just less than two hours, which is a bit less than half the time it takes to drive there.
Kingston ignores pollution, global warming concerns
Congressman Jack Kingston states in his recent column ("GOP budget plan 'serious and honest,'" March 18) that House Republicans "would harness America's energy potential - the largest natural gas, oil and coal reserves in the world - and approve the Keystone XL pipeline."
The Canadian Tar Sands are the largest oil reserves in the world, but this is hardly something to celebrate.
Mr. Kingston fails to point out that they are also the dirtiest. The Dene people who live downstream from the oil sand strip mines in northern Alberta are being robbed of their way of life as their water and food become too toxic to consume. Current pipeline capacity is limiting the extent to which oil companies can poison an area the size of Greece.
While this egregious pollution might not trouble the consciences of politicians like Mr. Kingston, forthcoming runaway global warming should worry us all.
If the Keystone pipeline is built, greenhouse gases from oil sands production will increase an equivalent to building 6.3 coal-fired power plants.
Savannah Music Festival can claim center stage
Little old Savannah. In one week, we've got world-class performances ranging from bluegrass to cabaret to Brahms and Beethoven, and we're only into the first week of this nearly three-week production. All are brought before us by musicians that can hold their own in any venue anywhere.
New York. San Francisco. London. No matter. Right now, our city has it all and is the center of attention for music lovers from all over our country - and yes, even from some overseas.
Kudos to Rob Gibson for organizing the professional staff and developing the program that has resulted in a musical festival unsurpassed in excellence and variety to be found anywhere.
How fortunate Savannah is to have attracted such dedicated professionals.
'Washington, we have a problem'
Along with the cancellation of White House tours and the annual White House Easter Egg Hunt, and the cancellation of the Blue Angel's performance this year in Beaufort, S.C., visitors to our national parks this year will be required to remove their own garbage.
It is estimated that Washington now spends between $100 billion to $200 billion on some 1,500 agencies that are duplicative and overlap. Couple that with Medicare fraud estimated to cost $60 billion and Social Security fraud estimated to cost $20 billion and, I would safely state, "Houston, we have a problem" - but replace Houston with Washington.
Eliminate the duplication and the fraud, waste and abuse and we could fund White House tours and Blue Angel demonstrations for thousands of years.
The bottom line is that Washington is totally incapable of managing these behemoth programs. Medicare is broke, Social Security is broke, the Post Office is broke, Amtrak is broke and the list goes on and on.
The only answer is to diversify the management of these programs to the various 50 states who are often referred to as "50 laboratories of innovation," and, furthermore, most states have balanced budget amendments and many balance their budgets.
Why doesn't Washington pass a balanced budget amendment to our Constitution? That's just "crazy" if you ask me.
Time to dump Shinseki as VA secretary
I was highly disappointed by Veterans Administration Secretary Gen. (Ret.) Eric K. Shinseki when he was discussing the tremendous backlog of veterans' medical claims with CNN's Candy Crowley.
He evidenced a total lack of understanding about the basic problem and the frustration facing veterans when they try to get their claims submitted to and adjudicated by the VA.
Shinseki resorted to continuously repeating meaningless words like "no veteran should have to wait for claims as they are today;" "We have a fix for this and we're open for business;" "The president and I are committed to veterans;" "All a veteran needs to do is to 'present to a VA clinic' and he will be seen that day or within two weeks;" and, "We will end the backlog in 2015."
When specifically asked several times by Candy, "What do you need to solve the problem?" he offered nothing.
While I credit Gen. Shinseki with an outstanding military career, I don't believe he's the person who can effectively lead the VA out of this problem.
Shinseki has not corrected, or even made a dent, in the backlog issue during his almost five-year stint. The country deserves a new VA secretary who will do more than throw overused "words," which obviously haven't resolved the problem.
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"For his foundational studies on the history of quantum mechanics and his nuanced examinations of physics in Germany and the United States, with special attention to the scientific work, personalities, and dilemmas of Heisenberg and Oppenheimer."Background:
David C. Cassidy is Professor at Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY. He was previously Assistant Professor of history of science at the University of Regensburg, Germany, and Associate Editor of The Collected Papers of Albert Einstein. He received the BA and MS degrees in physics at Rutgers University, and the PhD at Purdue University (1976) in physics in a joint program with the Department of History of Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was a postdoctoral fellow in history of science at the University of California-Berkeley and a Humboldt Fellow at the University of Stuttgart, Germany.
His publications include Uncertainty: The Life and Science of Werner Heisenberg; Beyond Uncertainty: Heisenberg, Quantum Physics, and the Bomb; J. Robert Oppenheimer and the American Century; A Short History of Physics in the American Century; and, with Gerald Holton and James Rutherford, the textbook Understanding Physics. His one-act play "Farm Hall" was presented in a staged reading during the March 2013 APS meeting.
Dr. Cassidy is the recipient of the Pfizer Award of the History of Science Society, the Science Writing Award of the American Institute of Physics, and an honorary doctorate from Purdue University. He is a member of the International Academy of History of Science and a former chair of the APS Forum on the History of Physics and the New York Academy Sciences section on History and Philosophy of Science.
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Firestone Industrial Products Co. LLC introduces an Air Command Android app that will allow users to remotely adjust the amount of air in their vehicle's Firestone air helper springs by turning their smart phone into the controller.
According to a press release, the new app works with Firestone's Android Air Command kit that, like existing Air Command kits, is designed to provide an instant air source to the company's line of suspension solutions.
To use, truck owners can purchase the Android Air Command kit, which comes with an updated Electronic Control Unit (ECU) that is specifically designed to work with Android applications. Then simply download the Air Command app.
"Our Air Command app is a functional option for many enthusiasts who use their smart phones as an extension of their vehicle's products and accessories," said Todd Green, regional sales manager, Firestone Industrial Products, Ride-Rite division. "By turning your smart phone into the controller, we're giving drivers yet another convenient way to adjust the air pressure in their air helper springs."
Firestone's Air-Rite Air Control Systems allow users to adjust the ride of their air suspension products for various load and road conditions. The Air Command app lets the smart phone control the amount of air in the air helper springs from up to 25 feet away, letting drivers visually inspect a vehicle's ride height while it is loaded.
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Well anyway. Have a nice day. http://pygame.org/whatsnew
* pygame.mask for pixel perfect collision detection
* pygame.scrap for clipboard support
* new and improved sprite groups, including layers, automatically
selecting fastest update mode(full screen or dirty rect updates), and blend modes...
* blending support for filling and blitting surfaces. ADD, SUB, MULT, DIV etc.
* saving surfaces as jpeg and png
* buffer access for Surface and Sound objects
* numpy, and numeric support for pygame.surfarray and pygame.pixelarray
* PixelArray, which can be used instead of numpy - without the dependency.
* smooth scale function written in mmx assembly with C fallback.
* More functions release the GIL for multithreaded use.
* lots of speed ups to many functions via better python wrapping.
* color thresholding, bounding box finding for images, and surface averaging.
* massive documentation updates (which have been available on the website for a while already).
* pygame.time.Clock.tick() is more cpu friendly.
* updates to example programs.
* new windows, and mac installers.
* hardware acceleration updates for overlays and opengl.
* porting work to different platforms.
* heaps of bug fixes including SRCALPHA blitting fixes, 64bit fixes, sound system fixes.
Plus there have been lots of changes to SDL itself since the last pygame release. http://www.libsdl.org/release/changes-1.2.html.
* lots of stuff really... but those are some of the nice things. Read the what's new page for full details http://pygame.org/whatsnew
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Vascular Cell Biology
Determining How Complications Begin
The long-term complications of diabetes include problems as varied as eye, kidney, heart and nerve damage, with most of the major pathologies involving the blood vessels. Researchers in the Section on Vascular Cell Biology have made significant contributions to the understanding of the molecular and genetic changes that take place in blood vessels and cause diabetic complications.
Investigators in the section pioneered a research model that is now in use around the world. Challenged by a lack of donated heart, kidney and eye tissue to study, investigators created cell cultures to determine how elevated glucose and insulin resistance cause abnormalities in these tissues—essentially creating models of diabetic complications in a petri dish. Although researchers elsewhere have used cell cultures to study genetic diseases, the model developed at Joslin was one of the first to use cell cultures for the studies of glucose metabolism in chronic diseases involving blood vessels. This groundbreaking approach helped researchers in the section to develop new theories about how diabetic complications begin, and to design and test interventions in animals and in people.
The Section on Vascular Cell Biology also includes Joslin's world-leading science in diabetes eye complications. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in people ages 20 to 74 in the United States. To determine how diabetic eye disease develops and to find strategies to preserve vision, researchers conduct molecular, biochemical, cellular and clinical studies.
Roots of Cardiovascular Disease
Several investigations currently under way in the section are providing insights into why insulin resistance and diabetes increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. One group of investigators, for instance, has proposed a new theory that elevated glucose and insulin resistance may inhibit certain proteins that belong to the PI 3-kinase and Akt signaling pathways, thereby contributing to atherosclerosis (the buildup of fatty deposits in blood vessels) and heart disease. In addition, these researchers have suggested that the loss of this type of insulin's actions could be responsible for deceased levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), a growth factor for blood vessel in the heart and legs which can be causing the increases in heart attacks and poor wound healing in people with diabetes. The theory, now being studied in animals, may yield new targets for drugs to prevent atherosclerosis.
Other investigators in the section have helped explain why angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (common heart medications) slow the development of vascular disease in people with diabetes. Angiotensin is a hormone best known as a contributor to high blood pressure and kidney disease; studies indicate it also may contribute to eye and heart complications in people with diabetes. Researchers have discovered how angiotensin regulates genes and proteins in the walls of blood vessels, causing a cascade of damage. These studies may help identify further drug targets to prevent heart and vascular disease.
Preventing Oxidative StressOther investigators in the section are discovering ways to prevent oxidative stress, which contributes to diabetic complications such as blood vessel damage and kidney disease. Oxidative stress results when a toxic form of oxygen builds up in tissues.
One set of investigations showed that diabetes reduces the activity of a critical enzyme, G6PD, which produces a major antioxidant known as NADPH. As NADPH levels decrease, oxidative stress occurs. NADPH is also important for many other cellular processes including the production of nitric oxide, which increases blood vessel size and lowers blood pressure. A set of studies has shown that decreased NADPH leads to decreased nitric oxide and might contribute to high blood pressure. Researchers in the section also have conducted clinical trials that showed that high doses of the antioxidant vitamin E could help prevent damage to small blood vessels in the eyes and kidneys. Studies are now under way to find other agents that might help protect against oxidative stress and thus prevent long-term complications from developing or getting worse.
Investigating Vascular Changes in the Eye
Diabetic retinopathy (eye disease) results in visual loss though two main mechanisms. In one condition, diabetic macular edema (DME), the small blood vessels of the retina leak fluid into the macula in the center of the retina, impairing vision. In the other condition, proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR), blood vessels in the retina grow where they should not.
Researchers in the section conduct studies to understand the basic molecular mechanisms underlying retinal vascular disease—in particular, the activity of growth factors in PDR and DME—and use results to design animal and clinical trials. In pioneering work, researchers defined the role of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), hepatocyte growth factor, pigment epithelial-derived factor and others, and tested novel inhibitors of these pathways in cells, animals and humans. In addition, they identified new areas on the genes that control the expression of these molecules.
Novel Eye Imaging Techniques
The section is internationally recognized for its expertise in novel imaging methods. The eye is unique in that its vasculature, microvasculature and neuronal systems can be visualized directly in vivo, enabling noninvasive evaluation of biological processes. For example, a retinal imaging system called the Joslin Vision Network (JVN) uses a combination of video cameras and computers to image the back of the eye without dilating the pupil. These stereoscopic color images compare favorably with a retinal specialist exam, and can accurately diagnose retinopathy long before symptoms appear and in locations where access to ophthalmology care may be limited. Surprisingly, in more than 50 percent of patients with diabetes who do not have retinopathy, the JVN identifies eye disease that needs evaluation.
Collaborating for a Cure
Building on their earlier findings—that VEGF is elevated in retinal and ocular fluids in people with diabetic retinopathy—Joslin eye-research investigators are collaborating with Joslin colleagues on a number of projects. The collaborative approach is also undertaken at the national level via the Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research Network, a National Eye Institute-sponsored network of over 100 U.S. sites dedicated to rigorous clinical trials of new therapeutic approaches for diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. The section co-head is the founding Network Chairman for this initiative.
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Wozniacki, Stosur reach third round in Charleston
Charleston, SC – Former champions Caroline Wozniacki and Sam Stosur were a pair of easy second-round winners Wednesday at the Family Circle Cup tennis event.
The second-seeded Wozniacki, who only entered this tournament Saturday when a scheduled trip to Haiti with boyfriend Rory McIlroy was postponed, blew past Spaniard Silvia Soler-Espinosa 6-1, 6-1 in a mere 59 minutes, while the third- seeded former U.S. Open titlist Stosur whipped New Zealand's Marina Erakovic 6-1, 6-2 on the green clay at Daniel Island Tennis Center.
Wozniacki was the big winner here two years ago, while Stosur was the 2010 Charleston champ.
"I felt like I really served well and returned well today," Wozniacki said after pasting Soler-Espinosa. "I'm pleased with that."
Meanwhile, American qualifier Mallory Burdette pulled off an upset by dismissing 15th-seeded 2009 champion Sabine Lisicki 3-6, 7-6 (7-5), 7-5. Burdette is rewarded with a match against world No. 1 superstar and reigning Charleston champ Serena Williams.
In some other second-round action involving seeds, No. 10 Julia Goerges of Germany held off Belarusian Olga Govortsova 6-2, 0-6, 6-3 and Canadian qualifier Eugenie Bouchard upended No. 16 Brit Laura Robson 6-4, 3-6, 6-1. Bouchard will face Stosur on Day 4.
Promising American Madison Keys eased into the round of 16 with a 6-4, 6-3 handling of qualifier compatriot Grace Min. Keys will battle another fellow American, wild card Bethanie Mattek-Sands, on Thursday.
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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Revolution has placed four players on waivers: forward Blake Brettschneider, defender Flo Lechner, midfielder Alec Purdie and midfielder Michael Roach. All four players will be available to the other 18 teams in Major League Soccer through this afternoon's Waiver Draft.
Brettschneider, 23, made 17 appearances, including 10 starts, at forward for the Revs this season while scoring two goals and adding one assist. He also made seven appearances in the MLS Reserve League. After playing his rookie season with D.C. United, Brettschneider signed with the Revs on March 6, 2012.
Lechner, 31, made nine appearances – including seven starts – this year, all coming at right back. He recorded one assist – at Toronto on June 23 – after signing with the Revolution on March 13, 2012 on a free transfer after an 11-year career in Germany, mainly with FC St. Pauli.
Purdie, 23, made five appearances this season, mainly as a wide midfielder. His lone start came at Philadelphia on Oct. 6. He also made seven starts in the MLS Reserve League. Purdie originally signed with the Revs on March 6, 2012, after the team selected him the second round (22nd overall) of the 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft.
Roach, 24, did not make a regular-season appearance this year, but appeared in all 10 of the Revs' MLS Reserve League matches. He also started the team's U.S. Open Cup match against the Harrisburg City Islanders in May. Roach originally signed with the Revs on March 6, 2012, after the team selected him in the fourth round (60th overall) of the 2012 MLS Supplemental Draft.
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I was wondering if anyone had any experience with the Silversonte FT03-mini. I'm considering it for my new build because I like the size and the aesthetics. From the reviews I've read it seems to be a highly rated case.
Nevertheless, I'm still a little hesitant to pull the trigger on this case because it will mean I have buy a new PSU and because it means there isn't space for things like card readers etc. Part of the hesitancy is because I'll be stepping down from a ATX.
Finally, I've never seen pictures of this case fully connected and I wonder if it looks as good with DVI cables, keyboard cables, etc. attached.
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La Maison du Chocolat helps you out with a nice pastry cross section view of the innerds. Not so helpful since you can only buy these on Fridays/ Saturdays in October in Paris. I missed out.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
The New Choux!
La Maison du Chocolat helps you out with a nice pastry cross section view of the innerds. Not so helpful since you can only buy these on Fridays/ Saturdays in October in Paris. I missed out.
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Loving these pastry lecons especially for breakfast.ReplyDelete
Bring em on!!
Ah, les choux à la crème, quel délice! I really liked watching them evolve in your story. The mere mention of "caramel au beurre salé" on that drawing chez Sebastien Degardin made me drool... ;-) They may not travel well in the subway, but does it matter, really? I bet you still enjoyed that bit of deliciousness when you reached your destination ;-) Thank you for a great start to my West Coast day! -- Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)ReplyDelete
All choux and any choux is alright by me... xvReplyDelete
As a deeply dedicated reader of your blog, I want you to know just how much work goes into READING it: long ago, I learned to get prepared when I found that tantalizing PBS email in my inbox, finding a little sweet, brewing a cup of coffee to tide me over while I read. I soon learned that it would make sense to put ALL my sweets,cookies,chocolate, cake into a double locked cabinet to avoid that PB-induced sugar/butter frenzy which inevitably followed my reading. And now I have to add a new item to my PB prep list: sharpen my pencil! :-). One day soon, I will be spending more time preparing to read than it takes me to actually read!ReplyDelete
The choux can never be the next Mac. The choux lacks mystery- even little kids are familiar with cream puffs,eclairs and the savory cheese puff. No, the Mac will always be that mysterious, exotic tantalizingly unobtainable grail! Besides, ANYone can make perfect choux paste on the very first try! Vibe le macaron!
Hey wait just a minute!ReplyDelete
What's this about the bride at a French wedding wearing Chantilly lace getting covered in whipped creme that is then dribbled with molten caramel and all the guests are expected to indulge themselves?
Did I read that right?
Leave it to the French.
Can ANYONE make a choux pastry Jeanette?ReplyDelete
Even little ole moi?
Hmmmm...pate a chou for thought.
I agree btw that the macaron has it hands down over the chou but there must be something new all the time in pastry like fashion.
considering what nice green choux you have, I'm not surprised at your enthusiasm.
The religieuse is called that because of it looks like a nun or some such story..
You've gotten carried away again. Nothing for it.
I loved the drawings on the walls almost more than the pastries. Go figure...
there are precautions to take with choux as well, like when adding the eggs & the cooling down so they don't collapse. Otherwise not so finicky as the elite The religieuse is fun to decorate, like Carol's purple one ( I love the tiny little reflection in the pot), but most real nuns not in the habit of being so colorful.ReplyDelete
I love to read your blog I learn something new all the time! It all looks delicious!!ReplyDelete
But you missed out on POPPELINO in the Marais...ReplyDelete
A la prochaine..


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Asian, White, Ebony.... there were people from any race and nationality - Awesome!!!
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Doctor Who: The Chase (UK - DVD R2)
The Wilson Bros are ring-side for the ultimate Dalek/Mechonoid smack-down
The Daleks are back, and this time are determined to put an end to their arch-enemy—the Doctor—with a wizard new machine that also travels across space and time! Get ready, because the game is afoot, and keep those hankies at the ready as more than one beloved companion's days of travelling in the TARDIS are at an end. Ladies and gentlemen, The Chase is on!
It's a colourful, black and white explosion of fun, squeezed into six episodes. Before pressing on with associated critique, as this from the earlier Hartnell era, each episode has the customary title to itself. There are times when this only highlights the disjointed, fractured nature when stories are lacking in connective tissue, and The Chase is probably the biggest culprit. To put the collective plots into a nutshell, we'll give you a summary of each episode in order to fill you in on the story as a whole:
Episode 1: The Executioners
Once out of the Space Museum, the TARDIS crew are getting their time and space visualiser working. Once finished watching momentous events from Earth history, the Doctor, Ian, Barbara and Vicki stop off on the desert planet Aridus, fending off attacks by the native Mire Beasts as the Daleks attempt to destroy their most hated foe.
Episode 2: The Death of Time
Pinned down by the Daleks, the Doctor and Barbara ingratiate themselves with the local Aridans and formulate a way to get rid of the Dalek sentry guarding the TARDIS. Under cover of a Mire Beast assault, the plan goes into action.
Episode 3: Flight Through Eternity
OK, this is the one everyone has heard of. Fleeing after successfully regaining control of the TARDIS, with the lethal cruet-sets in pursuit, the crew stop off at various points in Earth history, including the top of the Empire State building (where they meet possibly the dumbest redneck in creation) and uncover the mystery of the Marie Celeste…
Episode 4: Journey into Terror
With the Daleks getting dangerously close, and running out of time and space to hide in, the TARDIS takes refuge in a place it never has before: inside the human imagination. Dracula? Check. Frankenstein's Monster? You've got it! Split up from the rest of the gang, Vicki sees her only chance is to stow away aboard the Dalek's ship.
Episode 5: The Death of Doctor Who
A robotic double of the Doctor is out to kill our travellers in time and space on the jungle world of Mechanus. With the Daleks bogged down by the hostile terrain, the heroes chance upon an incredible city atop an arboreal canopy. Once there, they are greeted by the Mechonoids, terraforming builders of the city. With purely good intentions, our friends now have new allies.
Episode 6: The Planet of Decision
Back together again, the Tardis gang fight a pitched-battle against the Daleks in the city, with the Mechonoids proving worthy foes for the deadly dustbins. A human astronaut is freed from captivity, but will Steven Taylor's fate be any different than from all the others fight into to survive the attack?
…and we're back. Right. Even thought we haven't directly mentioned it, this is the last outing for series regulars William Russell and Jacqueline Hill, and bringing the Daleks back is fitting for two characters who were there at the start of Dalekmania. For those who are unfamiliar with The Chase, there are a number of surprises written into the script, as though giving exiting characters Ian and Barbara the most wild send off possible.
The writing style seems to be in the same way that Tim Burton went about adapting Mars Attacks!, where he took all of his favourite Topps cards from the set, threw them in the air and picked out the ones which landed in the circle drawn on the floor. Here, the hallowed Terry Nation does pretty much the same thing, choosing to rip his favourite pages from the big book of sci-fi clichés instead. You can pick any hackneyed premise from pulp fantasy fiction and it's in there.
Some of the music for The Chase comes across as a rather odd choice, almost on the fringes of what would fit with the show. The opening title card is accompanied by a piece of jazz-like composition strikingly similar to the theme to Parkinson. 'Tonight, my special guests are the Daleks. I understand that you have a new plan to kill the Doctor. Now, tell us about the processes you go through when preparing for such a thing…'
There is a line right from the outset which defines the very problem with Vicki, which is ironically accompanied by her upsetting a tray and bringing discord to the previously happy group. 'I am redundant around here,' she moans. 'I am a useless person'. This was meant to signify that Ian and Barbara were nearing the end of their time on the show, setting Vicki up to prove her worth aboard the TARDIS, but fans agree that this is an encapsulation of Maureen O'Brien's character, which ultimately served little purpose and ranks only a few rungs above Mel in the pantheon of disliked companions.
There are certain missed opportunities when the Doctor and co are gazing into the past via the time and space visualiser. Why couldn't they have seen footage of the Nazis, cementing the Daleks as a parallel to Hitler's hoards? What about extinction of the dinosaurs? For obvious reasons, there was one trick they missed being rather controversial:
'OK, keep pushing. That's it push!!! It's a boy!! What are you going to call him, Mary'.
'Jesus Christ, that hurt'.
As mentioned earlier, this really is a send-off for William Russell, with a great chunk of the spotlight fixed directly on his throughout the story. The harsh landscapes of the second episode are as though it was written with the express purpose of bringing out the heroic qualities of the character. Ian 'Chesterfield' Chesterton evolved subtly but nicely as the show went on. From the scant number of Bill Hartnell stories played on the BBC during our formative years, Ian seemed to be a rather starched, stuffed-shirt, but later tales saw him loosen up and become very likeable, playing nicely off of Hartnell and propping him up where necessary. Here we see him clambering up rocks, rescuing his companions from certain doom whilst generally getting his hands dirty. Russell was the forerunner to Ian Marter, who was brought in to take care of the physical stuff should producers have opted for an older Doctor.
Some of the Dalek production design which graces their environment is almost a precursor to the funky, psychedelic aesthetics seen in The War Games, and this is all rather pleasing, as this artistry really helped propel Troughton's final story into the upper echelons of our affections. One crucial element where the production fails the writing is the realisation of the Dalek's vessel, which honestly looks like it was made by an eight-year old kid left alone in the workshop. While we've got the best knives out the drawer, the model of the Marie Celeste really isn't very good. OK, it's fine for long-shots, using it for close-ups make it look exactly what it is: a miniature. It's the most questionable use of a model ship since Armando De Ossorio's Ghost Galleon, where the Blind Dead wander around a boat in serious danger of being sunk by an angry duck.
The Chase is seriously disliked by a number of fans, with some of the most forgiving unable to get into the spirit of the piece. There are several leaps in both logic and science which have to be not merely straddled, but kicked down and walked over in order to have fun with it. OK, the time and space visualiser is one of the biggest, the ultimate McGuffin in order to facilitate the telling of a story. Such a miraculous device is never heard from again during the entire run, as it is too convenient for any decent scriptwriter to resort to. The other main problem is during the episode Journey into Terror, where everything degenerates into 'funhouse' mentality, where various characters are menaced by fictional creations in a bid to make The Chase a romp. Dracula and Frankenstein's Monster are wheeled out, providing cheap scares and nods to popular culture, as Hammer was in the thick of cranking out their respective series featuring the very same ghouls. This self-indulgent plot strand is explained away by the collective belief that they are real being so strong, the TARDIS is able to land the reality created by the human mind—or has it? Yes, quite.
One aspect of The Chase that many fans seem to agree on is that the Mechonoids are a wonderful creation and seemed robust enough to be able to convincingly take on the Daleks and possibly win. The spherical adversaries only appeared in this particular story and it's a great shame that they weren't brought back for a rematch with the barking pepper-pots—however, they did reappear now and again in some of the Who-related spin-offs, such as comic strips.
Oh, and contrary to popular belief, it wasn't pirates, or ghostly tricks, nor was it down to a bowl of Weetabix, it was because of the Daleks that they found nobody on the Marie Celeste.
With Dennis Spooner in charge of editing scripts at this point, it comes as no surprise that a 'wacky' thread of comedy runs through it. There are a number of fans who dislike anything he had a hand in during his time of the show, and they don't mind saying it. Aside from odd ideas, The Chase seems more like a mild stroll whilst in pursuit, all rather drawn out, and this probably has more to do with Nation being disinterested with his famous creations rather than the Spooner taking charge. In some ways, The Chase has the same problems which plagued The Keys of Marinus, also written by Nation, showcasing a number of different situations and environments loosely strung together by a central theme. Both have a premise unable to fully pad out the six-part length of their respective stories, but the pace of The Chase is considerably tighter than The Keys of Marinus, and easier to sit through.
It's not that Nation can't write a story over four episodes and maintain interest, as most of his others have managed to do so. He had much better luck with the epic twelve-parter The Dalek's Master Plan, which is a belter of a tale, but could have done without the comedy Christmas episode stuck in the middle. He does seem to take great delight in putting them in environment which you wouldn't expect to see them, with the metal monsters coping rather well in the desert, but having a tough old time of it when faced with jungle conditions. It's to Nation's credit that he put some variation into the mix this time, but some restraint would have been welcome.
What's more irascible than one Doctor? How about a perfect robotic duplicate of him! In one of the coolest elements of The Chase, an automaton of Hartnell is created to lead the companions into the arms of danger. Sure enough, Barbara is duped and nearly killed by the diabolical doppelganger, rescued just in the nick of before the two Doctors confront themselves. The showdown is nicely staged, managing to dupe audiences as to which one is the real McCoy, putting the other characters in danger when they realise they're backing the wrong horse. Cynics would say that they should have waited for one of the Doctors to fluff a line to prove which was the genuine one. Once dispatched, Hartnell comes out with a witty retort you could easily imagine Connery's Bond coming out with. Special mention must go to Hartnell's magnificent pronunciation of the word 'Robot', managing to roll the 'r' in spectacular fashion.
The introduction of Steven Taylor is an unusual one, as new companions are usually brought in whilst others are still firmly entrenched, not coming in as others are just about to be written out—and certainly not in the same episode. This put us in mind of the brief scene at the end of Diana Rigg's final episode of The Avengers, where she bumps into Linda Thorson long enough to impart a little wisdom about what she's getting into. Granted, the Doctor likes a cup of char, but probably doesn't insist on having it stirred anticlockwise as John Steed does.
Oh, and whilst we're on the subject of Mr Purves, we couldn't let this review omit the fact that in episode three, he is responsible for one of the worst attempts at an American accent in history. Whilst high up on the Empire State Building, hick from the sticks Morton Dill encounters the TARDIS crew and also sends shudders down the spines of adult members of the audience with a performance so ghastly and an accent so bad, that it could have been responsible for the deterioration of Anglo-American relations at the time. Perhaps the joke was in the writing—subtract the 't' from his first name and you get 'Moron' and the word 'Dill' is Australasian slang for an idiot. Who knows? It's still a toe-curling performance from the man who would come on to the show full-time just a couple of episodes later as Steven Taylor. Talk about redeeming yourself!
The model work in the story is elaborate, with some really nice designs, but it highlights that the teams working on it didn't quite build large enough scale to give the desired size they were aiming for. Going hand-in-glove is that they didn't really appreciate the full benefits of over-cranking the camera when filming miniatures to help achieve the illusion of scale.
It might just be us, but the Daleks come across as tired this time around. What with Dalekmania gripping the country, a successful movie starring the deadly dustbins in the cinema and the biggest sci-fi merchandising blitz only supplanted by Planet of the Apes a number of years later, they had become the cash-cows/ratings-winner for the BBC. The Chase gives fans a big, 500g slab of Dalek chocolate to chew on, and by the end, you feel completely gorged, verging on sick. It's not even decent chocolate. The first adventure was decent, reliable Cadburys, giving you a warm, fuzzy feeling as you indulged on it. The Dalek Invasion of Earth was sinfully indulgent Green and Blacks', with rich, deep undertones. The Chase is akin to snacking on an entire advent calendar from Kinnerton. It's plentiful, but poor quality and you know exactly how it's going to turn out.
The Doctor Who Restoration team have truly been able to produce a silk purse out of a sow's ear, presenting a fairly duff story in such a dazzling fashion. There were numerous problems with most of the episodes, but they have used their technical skills to restore the show to as close to former glory as possible. Below is a comparison between the video release and the DVD edition. The materials used to get the captures are deeply and most profoundly crap, but the floor is cleaned with all previous copies.
There isn't much more to say about the restoration of sixties Doctor Who that hasn't been said numerous times before—it sounds as good as it's going to get, and that really isn't bad at all!
Audio Commentary: This is utterly enjoyable stuff. All of the participants are having a whale of a time reflecting on their time during the show, with a warmth that draws everybody else in. This is a surprise, given how both Peter Purves and Maureen O'Brien spent years refusing to talk about the programme for their respective reasons. William Russell is as stately as ever, and the standout section has to be when all concerned spin off their personal experiences of Hartnell fluffing his lines—there are fits of laughter, and you can almost imagine them wiping the tears from their eyes whilst rattling of their stories. We also find that Jacqueline Hill had great legs, and that O'Brien describes herself at around the time of her appearing on the show as 'an ungrateful little beast', being ignorant of the luxury of the constant work and good money it afforded an actor.
The Thrill of The Chase: Once again, 2|Entertain come up trumps with an insightful look at how this much maligned project was brought to the screen. Presented in the style of an episode of the show, the personable Richard Martin details how he was ordered to make the story a chase through time, in spite of his protests that they didn't have the money to do it. William Hartnell's rages in the bar over GandT's, disappointment over Dalek destruction and the problems with writing are all covered. Martin seems most proud of the work with the Marie Celeste set, and rightly so, as the set was pretty impressive, but such a pity about the model work. He describes The Chase as 'over-Dalek'd', with their impact diluted, and wiser words have rarely been spoken. Very much worth watching.
Daleks Conquer and Destroy: This is a nice feature which covers the physical attributes Skaro's finest, from their initial appearance, through the various colour-schemes down the decades to the current look in Nu-Who.
It's always a treat to listen to Verity Lambert, and even more so through previously unseen interview footage, as she is clearly proud of her involvement on the show—her desire to jump into the Dalek costume when she first saw them clearly shows that she was one of us at heart.
It's nice that the sheer awfulness of using actors walking around in the costumes to simulate them travelling over sand dunes in Destiny of the Daleks is brought up, as to admit the idiocy of the idea helps the more avid viewers put it behind them. The use of little tricks by director Richard Martin are also revealed which he employed to get some dynamism into the awkward, unwieldy enemies, like sweeping camera moves and shooting from extreme angles.
Possibly the coolest thing is when a rather flat voice during Dalek Invasion of Earth is put through a ring modulator, and the dramatic effect it has on the scene. Carole Ann 'Evil' Ford puts her oar in about their distinctive tones, intimating that a chunk of their success was due to kids being able to imitate them.
Daleks Beyond The Screen: Making a profit from license-payers' money certainly isn't a new thing, as this fun documentary proves. From tea-towels to horrible Dalek suits, we get a potted history of the highs and (many) lows of merchandising every kids' favourite entropy-stricken monsters. Apart from the obvious toy depiction, the comics are also covered, which have quite a following due to them being depicted in greater depth than just evil bastards who want to exterminate. They had a class system, battled monsters far beyond the scope of a BBC budget, and one even developed a conscience, only to be hunted down by his cohorts. Nu-Who writer Robert Shearman points out that the strange markings on the Dalek dome depicted on their very own annual was actually something which was painted on the costume for the purposes of telling which Dalek was which during shooting, and accidentally reproduced from reference photographs - all in a rush to get products in the shops.
The perils of getting the design of them wrong in the stage play of The Ultimate Adventure is covered, but our favourite has to be how BBC director John Birt was forever labelled a Dalek when Dennis Potter called him just that. To prove the point, Nick Briggs reads out some of Birt's baffling doctrine in the customary, electronic voice, and you would be hard-pushed to tell they come from two entirely different species. The whole piece is punctuated by very nice GCI animation based on the aforementioned comics, and sets it all off nicely. Another winner.
Shawcraft - The Original Monster Makers: The creators of many a nightmare and subsequent wet beds are the focus here, and there are many fans who would argue that this was a long time coming. The work of the black and white era props and costume department is relived by Spencer Chapman, Raymond Cusick, Barry Newbery and John Wood. The company's fortunes are followed, from the humble origins in a garden garage in 1947 to their final premises in Uxbridge. The participants speak fondly of their time there, with very kind words for owner Bill Roberts. It's amazing to think that the days of being picked up for work in TV and film purely by word-of mouth are over, but Shawcraft came to the media attention by just that, and specialising in working to very tight deadlines.
Roberts is represented by daughter Annette Basford, who comes across as proud of her father's achievements—and a welcome relief to have some totty around in documentary about boys and their toys. The crown jewel comes in the form of footage shot around the factory during the Troughton years. We all know that footage of the Macra is scarce, but here we get to see one of the damn things in colour, along with a number of other previously monochrome monsters! A friend of ours is creaming his jeans at the prospect, and had to almost reach for the sedatives when we showed him the uber-crabs complete with original hue. He argues that the retrospective on Shawcraft should have been held back for a Second Doctor release, and we grudgingly agree. In any case, this is a really engaging featurette, and have to say that it was indeed a long time coming.
Last Stop White City: Those brave thesps who played the original 'accidental' companions are profiled here, and it's a profile very much deserved. William Russell is his usual personable self, and Jacqueline Hill is represented by many well-wishers, as we learn of the covering up when Bill Hartnell was fluffing his lines (along with some choice clips) and how they both suffered from itchy-feet syndrome, causing them to leave the series. It's short, but a nice way to spent quarter of an hour.
Follow That Dalek: This is the unedited version of the film shot in and around Shawcraft Models, and it's a treat. You get to see many things you would never through possible to see in colour, and is recommended for any fan. Other pieces by the company are shown under construction, including a portion devoted to the building of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. It's a delight, and comes with an option to view it with a fact-track, and we regard this as essential, guiding you through the various sights in this wonderful time-capsule.
Give-a-Show Slides: As shown on The Web Planet (story included here) we get some more of the best way to relive the visual Doctor Who experience, for families not flush enough to afford cine-cameras. The garish colours are in danger of searing the retinas, but it's still fun stuff. Our favourite has to be the unfortunate dinosaur who wanders into the TARDIS, only to degenerate into a puddle as in becomes extinct as the ship travels into the future.
Photo Gallery: A nice bunch of pictures are presented for your viewing pleasure, with the obvious ones of Daleks on the set balanced out by some nice portrait shots of some of the main cast—particularly a few of Maureen O'Brien, which highlight what are rather good looking woman she was/is. It's always a surprise to see colour photos from bandw stories, and although there are only a couple this time around, their inclusion is greatly appreciated.
Cusick in Cardiff: Original Dalek creator Raymond Cusick is taken on a tour of the production studios of Nu-Who, who is a delight as he runs through his inspirations when designing them, and the misnomers which have sprung up over the years. Only a man as personable as Cusick could get away with describing the new TARDIS console as 'a dogs' breakfast' in front of the guys who made it. Lovely stuff.
PDF Materials: Couldn't get the bloody thing to work. Apparently, it's the Radio Times listings.
The Chase is rather like eating an entire bag of Skittles, followed by a stick of Chewits and a whole bottle of Cresta. All the elements are lovely, you get a rush when each component of the feast is experienced, but in the end, it's just an explosion of colours vomited up into your lap. We still recommend it, as it's the final surviving 60s Dalek story to be released on DVD and the extras are just fabulous.
Review by Wilson Bros
abusby Member Join Date: April 2009 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 9
How come your screen caps are always vertically stretched for the classic Dr Who releases?
Seymour Cat Member Join Date: April 2006 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 108
I've been asking that for ages, never get a reply though.
Chris Gould Editor Join Date: May 2001 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 7,171
It's obviously a configuration issue with whatever capture software they're using.
abusby wrote: How come your screen caps are always vertically stretched for the classic Dr Who releases?
Because that's all we have to get the screencaps. If anyone wants to donate some appropriate software, then we're all ears...
The Wilson Bros
Because that's all we have to get the screencaps. If anyone wants to donate some appropriate software, then we're all ears...
The Wilson Bros
abusby Member Join Date: April 2009 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 9
Perhaps with all the money you're saving not having to buy these Dr Who titles, you could invest in some decent software yourselves?
You could always resize the images before posting them. Even basic image applications allow you to do that.
You could always resize the images before posting them. Even basic image applications allow you to do that.
Joe Siegler Member Join Date: February 2004 Location: United States Posts: 30
Hey, is the Beatles clip in Episode 1 intact? Did they remove it, or change the music to something else?
You will be pleased to know that the Beatles clip of them singing Ticket to Ride IS intact...
...though there have been doubts about whether publishing issues will prevent it from being included in the eventual US release.
Oh, and thanks for being the first poster on this review not to whinge about our screen-caps.
The Wilson Bros
...though there have been doubts about whether publishing issues will prevent it from being included in the eventual US release.
Oh, and thanks for being the first poster on this review not to whinge about our screen-caps.
The Wilson Bros
Chris Gould Editor Join Date: May 2001 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 7,171
What are you using for caps BTW? There's a lot of free software that will do it. I'll drop you an email with some ideas.
Cheers, Chris!
Out of the two of us, Nick handles the screencaps. We're always up for getting better software.
Out of the two of us, Nick handles the screencaps. We're always up for getting better software.
Gabriel Member Join Date: June 2006 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 106
Thanks for the review. I was always rather fond of The Chase. I remember buying the VHS in the Dalek tin with Remembrance of the Daleks. Scary to think that was 17 years ago!
Morton Dill is so wonderfully atrocious that I can't fail to love that episode!
Morton Dill is so wonderfully atrocious that I can't fail to love that episode!
General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children
Disc Details
Release Date: 1st March 2010
Discs: 2
Disc Type: Single side, dual layer
RCE: No
Video: PAL
Aspect: 1.33:1
Anamorphic: No
Colour: No
Audio: Dolby Digital Mono English
Subtitles: English
Extras: Audio Commentary, Cuisick in Cardiff, The Thrill of the Chase, Last Stop White City, Daleks Conquer and Destroy, Daleks Beyond the Screen, Shawcraft - the Original Monster Makers, Follow That Dalek, Give-A-Show slides, Photo Gallery, Production Subtitles, PDF Materials, Coming Soon Trailer
Easter Egg: No
Feature Details
Director: Richard Martin
Cast: William Hartnell, William Russell, Jacqueline Hill
Genre: Sci-Fi
Length: 146 minutes
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Ripin Print Gallery
This exhibition—presenting a selection of Japanese prints from the Allen's extensive collection—has been designed as a broad overview of the history, technique, and subject matter of ukiyo-e, or "pictures of the floating world." Using Edo (modern day Tokyo) and its many pleasurable distractions as a starting point, the exhibition paints a picture of Japanese culture and society through times of peace and prosperity, as well as economic and political unrest. The majority of the works are drawn from the Mary A. Ainsworth bequest of 1950, a collection of nearly 1,500 prints celebrated for its breadth and rarity of impression. Spanning nearly three hundred years, the works on view represent several key categories: early technique; kabuki actors and courtesans; historical legend and literary themes; landscapes; and modern prints, including such masters as Okumura Masanobu, Kitagawa Utamaro, Toshusai Sharaku, Utagawa Hirokage, and Katsushika Hokusai.
Organized by Abbe Schriber (OC '09) and Assistant Professor of Art Bonnie Cheng, the exhibition is a teaching resource for courses in the East Asian Studies Program and the Art Department during spring semester 2009.
Utagawa Hirokage (Japanese, 1850 - 1870)
Fox Fires at Oji, "Oji kitsunebi"
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Mary A. Ainsworth Bequest, 1950


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VANCOUVER — If Zdeno Chara's minutes aren't wearing him down, he has a funny way of showing it.
In what was by far his worst healthy game of the 2011 Stanley Cup playoffs, Chara's giveaway directly led to Vancouver's game-tying goal late in regulation and then he failed to close out Alexandre Burrows before the Canucks winger scored the overtime game-winner in a 3-2 victory in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final.
Vancouver now leads the series 2-0.
"It doesn't matter. What matters is wins and losses," said Chara when asked to assess his play.
Chara finished the night with 28:12 of ice time. But it was the last 11 seconds of that that will stand out the most when the history of this series is written. After Andrew Ference's giveaway in the neutral zone, Chara wasn't able to catch up to Burrows. With a little desperation, he might've been able to make a hit or take a game-saving penalty, but instead the Canucks celebrated after the wraparound goal.
It was Chara who lost the puck at his skates to Henrik Sedin down low leading up to the tying goal as well. Sedin fed the puck out to Alex Edler and after a pass of a loose puck over to Daniel Sedin, the Canucks had knotted the game.
And it was Chara who took an ill-advised interference penalty on the Ryan Kesler to send the Canucks on their first power play, which turned into the game's first goal.
As the Bruins' biggest player and best defenseman — not to mention their captain — Chara is held to a higher standard then others. When he was coming back from the dehydration problem that kept him out of Game 2 of the first-round Montreal series, he was given the benefit of the doubt. At this point of the season, there can't be much margin for error.
But head coach Claude Julien refused to point a finger directly at Chara.
"Well, I guess, all of a sudden you lose a game and now we're going to start wondering about certain players. I think it's really about our whole team. It's not about Zdeno. Zdeno didn't lose the game for us tonight. Our whole team did," said Julien. "I don't think we played very well, to what our standards are all about. I think the decision-making, the puck-management, it's what's costing us games. When you turn pucks over in the neutral zone, this is a team [Vancouver] that thrives on it. We know that they thrive on it, yet we kept turning pucks over in the neutral zone. We have to be a little better in those areas."
Chara can set the tone for the rest of his club by doing those things better in Game 3. If he doesn't, he won't have to worry about logging too many minutes over the course of a long series because this series will be quite short.


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Martin thwarts Brewers' run game in return
PITTSBURGH -- The Brewers had their wheels in motion seemingly nonstop Monday night, stealing six bases on Pirates catcher Michael McKenry -- the most in a game this season.
But the return of their starting catcher took some of the air out of the Brewers' tires.View Full Game Coverage
PITTSBURGH -- The Brewers had their wheels in motion seemingly nonstop Monday night, stealing six bases on Pirates catcher Michael McKenry -- the most in a game this season.
But the return of their starting catcher took some of the air out of the Brewers' tires.View Full Game Coverage
Russell Martin started Tuesday night after dealing with soreness in his neck during the last week, and said before the game that he doesn't have any concerns in regards to the injury. He added that he feels confident getting back into the lineup, both offensively and defensively.
"You can play through some soreness," Martin said. "But when it's your neck, and you're playing a position with contact and stuff like that, you want your neck to feel like it can support your head. And I've got a big head, so I need my neck strong."
McKenry, who has allowed 23 stolen bases this season while throwing out just one runner, has been the only available catcher for the Pirates in the last week, although the team brought Tony Sanchez to New York on Saturday from Triple-A Indianapolis. They sent him back the next day because Martin's return was near.
Martin missed six of the last seven games after his neck locked up during warmups on May 7, only playing Thursday, admittedly too early of a return. He has allowed 15 stolen bases and thrown out nine runners this season (37.5 percent) -- including Ryan Braun in the fifth inning of Tuesday's 4-3, 12-inning win over the Brewers -- the third best percentage in the National League entering Tuesday with at least 20 games played.
"Today, there's no worries," Martin said. "That's why I'm in the lineup. There's nothing to be worried about."
The Pirates will start three left-handers to close out their series with the Brewers, and Hurdle said he hopes that will contain some of Milwaukee's speed on the bases. Nine times this season has a team stolen at least four bases, and three times it's been the Brewers -- all coming against the Pirates.
"They were going [Monday] as soon as we picked up and did anything but a slide-step," Hurdle said. "Unfortunately, not everybody can slide-step every pitch. And they know that."
Hurdle said third baseman Brandon Inge or shortstop John McDonald would have strapped on the shin guards and chest protector last week in case of an emergency, but it didn't come to that.
"I don't think it's something he's jumping to do. But if a body drops, I think Brandon would've walked down and said, 'Give me stuff, I'm ready to do this,'" Hurdle said. "Johnny's been working in practice, so he's ready to do this, too."
Tom Singer is a reporter for MLB.com and writes an MLBlog Change for a Nickel. He can also be found on Twitter @Tom_Singer. Steven Petrella is an associate reporter for MLB.com.


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Quick, who is the last African American to lead the UCLA football team in passing?
"I have absolutely no idea," Brett Hundley says.
Jackie Robinson, I tell him.
Hundley's eyes widen, he shakes his head, and his deep voice rattles.
"Wow, that's crazy," he says. "That is so cool."
The kid gets it. The Bruins' redshirt freshman quarterback is carrying plenty on his broad shoulder pads, yet we can believe he will hold up, because the kid gets it.
You watch him lead UCLA to two victories in his first two collegiate games with 628 total yards and seven touchdowns, and you know he understands what's happening on a field that seems too small for him. He knows he has a chance to be the first great Bruins quarterback in 15 years, and he embraces it.


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I have to say, right here, that I have been blown away by the standard of entries in our first Page Turner contest. There are MANY that would make very worthy 1st place winners.
Once the winner has been announced, I am planning to write to every entrant (although it may take a little while to get to everyone) and give them some feedback. There is no way in the world I want anyone to feel they lost in this contest. Seriously, I'm overwhelmed at the talent and creativity.
Love, Deb


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So, anyway, my wife has been a big disney fan since before I've known her. She has been begging me to do a Kingdom Hearts feature strip... so, there ya have it.
I've been hearing mixed reviews about the game. Anyone played it yet?
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Santa Claus is coming to town on Sunday, December 16…Well at least to Monticello Raceway and Casino.
On that afternoon the jolly ole gent will be horse drawn to the winners circle and if it is anything like it has been in the past few years, the children will be cheering.
Santa's visit is part of the special 10-race card on Sunday which has been added to coincide with the children's fourth annual Free, Fabulous, Fantasy Holiday Party.
The day will get underway with the first race going to post at 12:25pm and the featured Candy Cane Pace will be the second race on the card.
After that race Santa will ride around the track in a sulky pulled by a beautiful white horse who's reputed to be a buddy of the 'Rudolph' (you know who). Hordes of children will join Santa for the winners circle presentation and each will receive a candy cane.
After that race the party begins in earnest at 1pm. Monticello Raceway horsemen will take the children to the third floor of the grandstand for a magical make- believe journey to the North Pole where they will visit with, and have photos taken, with Santa and his Elves in Snowy Candy Cane Land.
Gifts and games of all kinds will be given away and along with sweet treats, cookies, hot chocolate and the kids can even have their faces painted by a professional. And 'Elvis' will be in the building.
Attendance to the Holiday Party is FREE and the offer is extended to all children, near and far..
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Pistol squats are one of those exercises that can be intimidating at first. But with today's modifications you can ease your way into them.
Pistol squats are a single-leg squat. If you are still having trouble with regular squats, then continue to make those a priority. I suggest air squats as a prerequisite and weighted squats are preferred. But feel free to attempt today's pistol modifications as a supplementary exercise. Be cautious of an unassisted pistol squat if you are still struggling with basic squat mechanics.
Pistol squats are good for teaching the body a few things. First, it teaches how to properly load the hip. If the heel comes off the ground, then the knee is overloaded. Keeping the heel down means the hip takes all of the force and the knee is in a safe position.
The ability to keep the heel down may be a different issue altogether. The ankle needs a fair amount of dorsiflexion to allow the body to get into this position. If your heel is stubborn and keeps rising despite your best efforts, you may have tight calf muscles. Spend some time on the foam roller to assist in relaxing the muscles.
Tracking the knee over the toe keeps the knee in a stable position. The knee likes to crash inward as it hunts for stability. Avoid an unfavorable movement by actively pushing the knee outward.
Pistols are good conditioning for weighted squats. Working the legs unilaterally allows the athlete to discover weak links in his or her kinetic chain. It is common for pistols to be easier on one leg than another. Depending on the propensity for incorrect movement in the weak leg, the athlete can work on specific areas to improve the mechanics.
For example, if the heel tends to rise on one foot but not the other, then the athlete probably has some tight calf muscles and is overloading the knee as a result.
If the knee migrates inward, the athlete may have a tight inner thigh or need to work to be more active to press it outward. Now the athlete has a game plan for how to improve the movements.
Today's modifications use a jump stretch band. Most gyms have one and they are even starting to be carried by most major retailers. If the store has a decent sports section, odds are you will find some bands.
Bands come in different resistances. Today's modifications will generally call for a moderate resistance band. If you already have one to assist your pullups, then try that one.
The holding band modification can be done almost anywhere. It requires only a sturdy anchor point such as a squat rack, light pole or park structure. You can do them between running sprints at the park or in your neighborhood. Bring a workout buddy and watch each other's form.
The seated variation may require a spotter to make sure you don't topple backward. It also works best when used with a squat rack at the gym. I am sure you can find other places to do them, but squat racks are easily adjustable for athletes of all heights.
If you feel unsure about performing the full range of motion, then start with a partial range of motion. Try your first reps by going a quarter of the full depth distance. Take your time to progress to the full range of motion.
Pistol squats may not be recommended for some athletes. For example, if you are fresh off knee surgery or if you have some other kinds of knee, hip or ankle conditions.
I know athletes who after knee surgery cannot do exercises like pistols.
For whatever reason, they don't feel stable or they just don't want to risk another major injury. Consult a physician if you are unsure.
Chris Huth is a Las Vegas trainer. He can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.com. Consult your physician before beginning any exercise program.


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Arsenal to offer Mata escape route
Each day we'll bring you the very latest tabloid rumors as the biggest clubs around splash the cash to bolster their rosters. True or not, they're always entertaining…
Spurs were last night holding out for a world record £86.3million from Real Madrid for Gareth Bale.
Chelsea will up their bid for Wayne Rooney to £40million.
Mark Hughes is ready to raid his former employers Manchester City for striker Johyn Guidetti.
Juventus have been urged to sign Nani before the transfer window closes.
Tottenham have sent Yago Falque on loan to Rayo Vallecano.
Roma star Michael Bradley is a £6million target for Sunderland.
West Brom are poised to swoop for Marseille front men Morgan Amalfitano and Jordan Ayew.
Luis Suarez is ready to stay at Liverpool and give up on moving away from Anfield.
Jose Mourinho last night urged David Moyes to sell Wayne Rooney to Chelsea, insisting: "Why keep an unhappy player?"
Angry Everton boss Roberto Martinez last night blasted David Moyes for trying to unsettle his star pair of Leighton Baines and Marouane Fellaini.
Gareth Bale will be greeted by a 50,000 Bernabau crowd this week when he finally completes his move to Real Madrid.
Ashley Williams is refusing to let talk of a switch to Arsenal affect him – and says he is in no rush to leave.
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew has been boosted by the news that PSG have ended their interest in Yohan Cabaye.
Borussia Dortmund striker Robert Lewandowski has revealed that he has turned down moves to Manchester United, Chelsea and Real Madrid in the past 12 months.
Manuel Pellegrini has been promised another £50million to spend on players in January.
Yohan Cabaye has gone on strike at Newcastle after refusing to play in Toon's opening matches of the season.
Ian Holloway is already fighting for his job at Crystal Palace despite masterminding the club' sshock promotion to the Premier League.
Chelsea must bid at least £50million if they are to land Wayne Rooney this week.
Arsenal could offer Juan Mata a surprise escape route from Chelsea.
Newcastle are considering a late move for Watford striker Troy Deeney.
Wigan boss Owen Coyle is ready to make a record-breaking bid for Blackburn Rovers striker Jordan Rhodes.
Derby have told Liverpool it will take a £15-million plus offer for them to part with midfield teen sensation Will Hughes.
Southampton boss Mauricio Pochettino wants Valencia winger Pablo Piatti.
Chelsea will meet Home Office officials in the next 48 hours in a bid to gain a work permit for Willian.
Gareth Bale flew to Spain yesterday to prepare to sign for Real Madrid – but Tottenham and the Spanish giants are still thrashing out terms of the proposed world-record move.
Wayne Rooney will be allowed to leave Manchester United in the transfer window if he moves abroad.
Tottenham plan to bounce back from losing Brazil international Willian to Chelsea by signing £25million striker Erik Lamela from Roma this week.
Liverpool insisted last night that there has been no contact from Real Madrid over Luis Suarez.
Chelsea will make their final bid of £35million for Manchester United's Wayne Rooney after tomorrow's showdown between the teams.
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has pleaded with Manchester United boss David Moyes to sell unsettled striker Wayne Rooney to him.
Roberto Martinez hit out at David Moyes over his pursuit of Leighton Baines and Marouane Fellaini and branded Manchester United disrespectful.
West Ham will switch their attention to Porto striker Silvestre Varela if they fail to agree a deal for Juventus forward Fabio Quagliarella.
Gareth Bale has agreed a stunning £97million contract to join Real Madrid.
Chelsea will make a £40-million last-ditch bid for Wayne Rooney.
Barcelona are preparing a £10million move for Liverpool central defender Daniel Agger.
Arsenal will this week offer £20million to land French midfield star Yohan Cabaye.
Manchester United face D-Day in their long bid for Cesc Fabregas this week.


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Apevia X-Telstar Red/Black Case Review
Full towers, mid-towers, windowed, red, blue ... choosing a case can be extremely difficult. There are literally tons of different choices to choose from and surprisingly, affect a computer a great deal. Not only in looks, but cases determine cooling performance, the number of components, noise and the size constraints for hardware. I work on my computers on a daily basis - I do not want a case to fall apart or break when I'm pulling out my favorite game. Obviously, this is the point in a build where all the components come together - the backbone of a build is the case.
So today, I got my hands on the Apevia red and black X-Telstar, which is a larger full tower case. The X-Telstar is a slightly more expensive case, which comes with a windowed side-panel, three large 120MM fans, a removable motherboard tray and a good deal of drive bays - twelve to be exact. Apevia heavily advertises the large LCD gauge on the front of the case, which displays important readouts in a new retro format. I'm a fan of windowed cases with fancy gadgets, but only to a point. Unfortunately, these cases tend to be overly flashy, poorly constructed and badly designed. Let's see how it fares.
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This is what I found at my doorstep. I was somewhat surprised at the size of the box - I bet the delivery guy was perplexed carrying this colorful thing. Unfortunately though, I picked it up and found that it was quite light, which is not a good sign in terms of quality for such a large case. Again, Apevia plastered gigantic pictures of the gauge all over the case. I certainly hope that the gauge doesn't take away from the rest of the chassis.
The X-Telstar was encased in standard packaging. It was inside a protective bag, wedged securely in between two styrofoam supports.
I wrestled the case out, and found the case in good shape. The window is protected unlike some of Apevia's other cases.
Inside a small box within the case, I found several packets of screws. More than enough by the looks of it and two pairs of keys for the locks on the front and side panel. The manual was sitting by the case when I first opened the box.