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National Interest, by Robert Cassidy, April 6, 2017: (h/t Anthony Shaffer)
"Twenty U.S.-designated terrorist organizations operate in the Afghanistan-Pakistan sub-region; seven of the 20 organizations are in Pakistan. So long as these groups maintain safe haven inside of Pakistan they will threaten long-term stability in Afghanistan. Of particular concern to us is the Haqqani Network (HQN) which poses the greatest threat to coalition forces operating in Afghanistan." General Joseph Votel, Posture Statement Before the Senate Armed Services Committee, March 2017.
"The Taliban and the Haqqani network are the greatest threats to security in Afghanistan. Their senior leaders remain insulated from pressure and enjoy freedom of action within Pakistan safe havens. As long as they enjoy external enablement, they have no incentive to reconcile. The primary factor that will enable our success is the elimination of external sanctuary and support to the insurgents." General John Nicholson, Statement Before the Senate Armed Services Committee on the Situation in Afghanistan, February 2017.
After 15-plus years, the war in Afghanistan remains a strategic stalemate because defeating an enemy requires taking away its capacity and will. The Coalition and Afghan forces have hit the enemy's capacity year after year but the Taliban's will—their senior leaders, support, resources, rest, regeneration, and arms—continue to benefit from sanctuary and support from Pakistan's security establishment. In his testimony to the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) in February of this year, the theater commander, General John Nicholson, stated that he believed the war in Afghanistan was a stalemate. It has been a strategic stalemate for at least the last ten years and arguably for the last 15 years. As early as 2003 the then-top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, Lieutenant General John Vines, stated publicly that the Taliban were benefiting from Pakistan's sanctuaries to regroup. So despite suffering many losses in leaders and capacity inside Afghanistan year after year, the Taliban have not quit, and are resilient in regenerative capacity. Tactical and operational momentum have ebbed and flowed throughout the war. The Coalition and its Afghan partners have made some errors, but they have improved and adapted during the course of the war. The Afghan security forces have grown in quantity and improved in quality, and have led the fight for several years. During the peak numbers of exogenous forces for the war in 2010-2011, the Coalition forces, along with their Afghan partners, achieved marked tactical gains and operational momentum. To be sure, Coalition and Afghan forces have undertaken many counterterrorism and counterinsurgency actions that have punished, disrupted, and displaced the Taliban and the Haqqani leadership and infrastructure, year after year.
Yet these gains at the tactical and operational levels have been short-lived and have generally lacked meaning in the face of the most conspicuous impediment to strategic success: Pakistan's sanctuary and support for the enemy. Killing, capturing, disrupting, and displacing insurgent and terrorist enemies, fighting season after fighting season, absent genuine strategic momentum, have made this a perpetual war. It is beginning to seem like a Groundhog-Day war where fulfilling the purpose remains elusive. In theory, the purpose of war is to serve policy; in practice, if war is not linked to strategic rationale and momentum, the nature of war is to serve itself. Fighting year after year within the context of a strategic stalemate is essentially violence and war serving themselves and not policy.
Pakistani strategic culture stems from pathological geopolitics infused with a Salafi-Deobandi jihadist ideology, suffused by paranoia and neurosis. The principal but not exclusive reason that Afghanistan has seen discernibly improved quality and quantity in its forces as well as fighting capacity, yet continues to face a strategic stalemate, is the Pakistani security elites' malign strategic calculus. The Taliban would have been a marginal nuisance, without the full support that Pakistan's security establishment bestowed to pursue Pakistan's imaginary notion of strategic depth on its western flank by asserting control over Afghanistan through its zealous proxies.
Pakistan has nurtured and relied on a host of Islamist insurgents and terrorists. It is home to the world's highest concentration of terrorist groups. Of the 98 U.S.-designated terrorist groups around the world, 20 operate in both Pakistan and Afghanistan. The ISI has maintained links with Al Qaeda, its longtime Taliban allies, and a host of other extremist groups inside Pakistan. It is possible for Pakistan to become a genuine U.S. strategic partner only if it ceases its support of proxy terrorists and insurgents. The fact that America has paid Pakistan in excess of $33 billion for Pakistan's malice and treachery since 9/11 is repugnant and ridiculous.
The U.S and the Coalition must desist in the illusion that Pakistan, one of the foremost ideological and physical breeders of Islamist terrorists, is an ally or a friend. It is neither. Pretending that Pakistan is an ally in the war against Islamist militants, one that would act in ways to help defeat Islamist networks in the border tribal areas, has made the West complicit in and partly responsible for Pakistan's machinations.
Since this war began, the U.S. has on a number of occasions stipulated that Pakistan must curb all domestic expression of support for terrorism against the U.S. and its allies; demonstrate a sustained commitment to, and make significant efforts towards, combating terrorist groups; cease support, including support by any elements within the Pakistan military or its intelligence agency, for extremist and terrorist groups; and dismantle terrorist bases of operations in other parts of the country. Clearly, Pakistan has not complied with these stipulations and continues to do the converse, serving as the most significant supporter and employer of Islamist insurgents and terrorists.
The United States and its Coalition allies have not crafted a Pakistan strategy that uses their substantial resources to modify Pakistan's strategic calculus. An effective Pakistan strategy must use the full weight of the U.S. and other regional actors to compel Pakistan to alter its strategic conduct and to stop supporting terrorists.
Investing in and increasing the Afghan Special Security Forces and the Afghan Air Force to create overmatching offensive capacity, to then build tactical and operational momentum, will help assert influence over key population areas and take away Taliban capacity, but this will be ephemeral if not coupled with strategic momentum. To break the strategic stalemate, the Coalition should cast off its illusions about Pakistan. For far too long, Pakistan has been viewed and treated as an important non-NATO ally in the war against al Qaeda and the Taliban, but it is essentially an abysmal ally, a veritable foe, because it acts in ways inimical to Coalition troops, our and the aims of the Afghan state. After 15-plus years of Pakistan's perfidy, it is essential to go heavy on sticks and light on carrots to break Pakistan of its pathologies and their pernicious effects in Afghanistan. Sticks and fear will work where carrots, cash, and cajoling have not. The U.S. and the Coalition must consider tapping into the Pakistan establishment's fear, honor, and interests. U.S. fears that the Pakistani state will collapse, implode or fracture are overstated. Pakistan is hard and resilient in deep and broad ways.
The following stipulations, steps, and ultimatums, in order of escalation, are the way to break Pakistan of its pathologies and break the stalemate: 1) stop paying for malice; 2) end major non-NATO ally status; 3) state intention to make the line of control in Kashmir permanent; 4) shut down ground lines of communications via Pakistan; 5) declare Pakistan the state sponsor of terrorism that it is; 6) issue one last ultimatum to Pakistan to end sanctuary for insurgents and not impede success; 7) invite the Indian Armed Forces into Afghanistan for security operations in the Pashtun eastern and southern regions; and 8) as a last resort, reciprocate Pakistan's malice and perfidy. Uncontested sanctuary contributed to the Soviet Union's defeat in Afghanistan, and it continues be the single biggest obstacle to defeating the Taliban and the most significant cause of the stalemate.
It is difficult, if not impossible to win in counterinsurgency when the insurgents benefit from what is essentially unimpeded sanctuary. What's more, if the Taliban were to revive an Islamist emirate in Afghanistan, there is every reason to forecast a future with more attacks against the West, planned and orchestrated with increasing scope and intensity from Afghanistan's and Pakistan's tribal areas.
Colonel Robert Cassidy, Ph.D., U.S. Army, is the author of three books and a host of articles about irregular warfare and Afghanistan. He has served in Afghanistan four times. The works of practitioners-scholars Fair, Gregory, Husain Haqqani, Zalmay Khalilzad, Ahmed Rashid, Rubin, and the Schaffers informed this article. These views are from the author's studies and service in the region and do not reflect the views of the U.S. Army, the U.S. Naval War College, or the U.S. Department of Defense.


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BB Cream Overview
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- Sunday, 15 May 2011
It's been a while since I last wore foundation simply because these days, I just prefer BB cream so much more. I promised you guys that I'll make a BB cream overview video but I thought meh, why not do an entry as well? ^_^
What is BB Cream?
BB Cream, also known as Blemish Balm (or beblesh balm) is a cosmetic product that was originally formulated in Germany. Patients who just received laser surgery used it and it would provide protection to the skin while also providing coverage. It grew very popular in South Korea and soon, it exploded all over Asia.
BB cream provides moisture, protection, coverage and can even improve the texture of the skin. These days, BB creams come in many different formulas; some even out skin tone, some help acne, some provide wrinkle improvement etc.
Most BB creams contain SPF, (some contains LOTS of SPF) which means whilst it will protect your skin from harmful UV rays, it can also make your skin ghastly. This is my only disadvantage with some BB creams, the fact that it can be 'too light' on the skin. I really hope that BB creams will have more 'shades' for different skin tones one day. Nonetheless - let's get to the BB cream overview.
Skin 79 Triple Function BB Cream (Super Beblesh Balm)
This BB cream is highly raved about so I decided to try out this little baby. I'm not surprised why it's so raved about because this BB cream does everything a BB cream is supposed to do. Coverage is great and it blends beautifully. Can be applied using a brush or fingers; both works fine. It doesn't get oily on the skin which is a good factor since I feel most BB creams tend to do this. Doesn't feel sticky or heavy yet keeps the skin feeling moisturized. It isn't 'too white' like most BB creams which is again good for me.
It's supposed to have whitening properties. I can't really tell if it does because my face has always been pale as far as I can remember. Although I really feel that it has helped to lighten my acne scars a little. It's supposed to have wrinkle improvement but I don't really know about that yet. Like most BB creams - once applied on the face, it can look 'ashy' but when it oxidizes, it looks great.
Skin 79 Super Beblesh Balm (Gold Label)
I picked this one up when I was buying the Triple Function one (as explained above) because I wanted to try it out and compare if they're any different. I LOVE this one because whilst I can say that this BB cream does everything the BB cream above does - I can definitely say that this BB cream has helped to tone up my skin. It doesn't look cakey on the skin and it also gives a flawless finish thanks to its great coverage. I really feel that this BB cream has improved the texture of my skin in terms of fading dark spots and minimizing fine lines. I would definitely also recommend this BB cream too.
Lioele Triple the Function BB cream
When I first tested this on my hand, I thought this BB cream will be super heavy and thick. But surprisingly when I used it - I realised that a little really goes a long way. A tiny little pea sized amount spreads like a dream across the skin providing excellent coverage. It doesn't look 'too pale' like most BB creams and gives the complexion a healthy dewy finish. It doesn't feel heavy or sticky on the skin. I think this BB cream is buildable but I have to say that it doesn't look too great when applied with fingers. It looks best applied using a foundation brush. Would recommend this if you are looking for coverage for sure.
Missha Watery BB cream
Another one of my faves because the consistency is so watery and light, perfect for days where you don't want to wear much makeup on your face. It works best when applied with fingers and it looks extremely natural. It may be light but it's definitely buildable. Feels moisturizing, airy and light. I recommend this BB cream if you're just looking for something to even out the redness in your face or if you're not a fan of 'strong coverage'. I know Lioele has a water based BB cream but in my opinion - this one works much nicer and provides better coverage.
Lioele Water drop BB cream
I really enjoyed my Missha Watery BB cream and I love my Lioele Triple Function BB cream so I had high hopes for this product. While I can say that it's very moisturising and can brighten the complexion - there is barely any coverage. I tried to build up the coverage but I think it's more of a dewy healthy skin product. I think it'll look great if you already have great skin but looking for an extra boost but if you have lots of acne scars - it may not be the product for you. I like how the product feels on the skin though. It's not too oily and it feels very comfortable.
Skinfood Gold Caviar Collagen BB Cake
First of all, I don't use these types of BB creams anymore because I feel that they aren't too hygienic. But in a nutshell - I don't really like this BB cream. The cream texture feels too thick on my skin and I find it difficult to blend. Not good for dry skin because it can look flakey and not good for oily skin because it feels a bit heavy and sticky. Coverage is alright though but other than that - not much to say about it.
Missha Cover BB Balm Pact
Again, these types of compacts aren't exactly too hygienic because it requires you to keep dipping the puff in and out (which causes dirt & bacteria to be traveled into the product). I guess they're handy though since they have large mirrors and built in 'puffs' for application. This BB cream isn't too bad though. It's quite creamy when applied to the skin but once blended; it spreads easily into a liquid consistency. It has nice coverage and because it's buildable, it doesn't look too cakey (unless you pile loads on your face).
Laneige BB cream
I was so excited to try this product because I love Laneige cosmetics - but I was very disappointed. Even though I bought the 'natural shade', it was still TOO WHITE on my skin. Made me look like a ghost. It also has some sort of shimmer in it and while some may dig it - I looked like Edward Cullen. I know lots of women in Asia love the milky white dewy complexion but this bb cream didn't do much for me. I do like the texture though, it gives a nice amount of coverage but it's just a shame because the colouring is way off for me.
O'Slee Rosehip Flawless HD BB cream
I bought this because the word 'HD' stood out to me. What's good about it is that it lasts very long because it is sweat and waterproof. However, I don't know if its just my one but the texture is not very consistent because sometimes a lot of liquid will squirt out and sometimes it comes out thicker. Can be used to even out skin tone but doesn't provide the best coverage. It's not the best BB cream in terms of performance but it's great for the beach because it will work better than most tinted moisturisers and foundations.
Missha Signature Real Complete BB cream
I HATE THIS BB cream (lol). Felt heavy, sticky and looked ashy. My skin was so ashy and itchy with this product and it made me break out. I didn't want to believe it was the product so I kept trying this product after a period of time. Yup - my skin doesn't like this bb cream. Packaging is pretty though ~ but me no likey!
So that's my overview of some bb creams for you guys. Please bear in mind that everybody is different and whilst some may prefer heavier coverage, some prefer sheer finishes. I'm just making opinions of these BB creams based on my own experiences so I can't speak for everybody of course . We all have preferences and we all know makeup is subjective and some products aren't for everybody's taste.
Until next time, stay well everybody!
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Misc - Home Depot Theme Chords & Tabs
Home Depot Theme Chords & Tabs
Here's the home depot commercial. There are two main parts of this song. They are played on the D, G, and high E string. [ Tab from: https://www.guitartabs.cc/tabs/m/misc/home_depot_theme_tab.html ] First riff: High E: 7-7-7h8p7-5-3-5-7-8-7-3-0-7-7-7h8p7-5-3-3-5-7-8-7-5-3-3-5-7-5 when ending this riff, you change the last four notes. These last four notes are: 5-3-2-3 You play this riff a couple of times, then move on to the next one. Second riff: G: 4-4-4h5p4-2-0-2-4-5-4-0- D:2 G: 4-4-4h5p4-2-0-0-2-4-5-4-2-0-2-0 D: 4-5


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April 9, 2012
SAB Wraps Up Busy Winter Quarter
The OMA&D Student Advisory Board (SAB) had a busy winter quarter working with a variety of issues on campus:
SAB played a critical role in bringing a resolution to the room naming issue for the new Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center (ECC). Members conducted surveys during autumn and winter quarters, and held a community discussion. Based on the results, a recommendation was made to Dr. Sheila Edwards Lange, vice president for minority affairs and vice provost for diversity, to carry the historic room names forward with an amendment made to separate the Asian and Pacific Islander room. Furthermore, placement of these five rooms was decided during an open forum held by ECC Director Marisa Herrera.
SAB helped student disability commission director Ann Luetzow gather support for a Disability Cultural Center. Because SAB consists of organizations and members representing their respective RSOs, or have an at-large membership that advocates for diversity, SAB hopes that the letter created and signed by its members shows the diverse amount of student support behind this center.
SAB members raised a question about the perceived lack of support received from Equal Opportunity Program (EOP) counselors, mainly surrounding the issue of choosing a competitive major. SAB invited Val Espania, OMA&D director of academic counseling services (ACS), to a meeting to speak about the issue. He agreed to work with the students on designing an online complaint resolution process. The OMA&D ACS feedback box is now operational. Espania also shared that ACS uses the Appreciative Advising Model which encourages students to choose their own pathways. Counselors and administrators at the meeting will continue to work with students to find alternatives and resources that either make them more competitive for a major or help research other options.
For further accounts of what SAB does, please refer to our meeting minutes for detailed discussions during SAB meetings.


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School Employee Retirement Benefits
A case study
A representative teacher in a typical Michigan school district can retire at age 56 and immediately begin collecting state benefits worth $48,161 annually, including $35,640 in pension and $12,521 in health insurance benefits. The insurance benefit cost assumes the person has a dependent spouse but no dependent children.
At age 65, this couple's cash income would increase to $65,160 as they begin collecting Social Security, plus the value of health benefits. From that point, the cost of their health benefits are divided between federal Medicare and the state retirement system for school employees. Returns on any savings accumulated by the couple during a 30-year teaching career would add to their income.
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Three features stand out in this representative example.
First, the teacher begins collecting full (state) retirement benefits at an early age compared to the average private-sector worker, and could collect these benefits for almost as many years as the person worked.
Second, the benefits also include a comprehensive health insurance policy — also extremely rare in the private sector, where most workers must wait until age 65 to be eligible for Medicare.
Third, the state health care benefits are completely unfunded (deliberately so), and so is a significant portion of the state pension benefits (due to flawed assumptions by past state pension officials, and deliberate decisions by past legislators to short-change pension contributions). In other words, most of the costs of the benefits promised by past politicians are paid for by future taxpayers who get no service from this retiree. Given the inherent political incentives, this is the norm in traditional "defined-benefit" government retirement systems.
The amounts in this example are estimates based on state and national averages, and on typical Michigan school employee contracts. The actual amounts collected by any actual school retiree will vary, and can be significantly less than this example shows. Here are the assumptions it uses:
- The teacher worked for 32 years under a typical district's current salary schedule with 2 percent annual "across the board" increases in addition to "step" and "lane" increases.
- The health insurance policy provided to a school retiree with a spouse costs the state $12,521 annually. This falls to $5,810 when the couple becomes eligible for federal Medicare coverage.
- Both spouses begin collecting the average Social Security benefit payment of $14,760 at age 65.
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George Takei and Lea Salonga lead an excellent cast in this powerful musical about a Japanese-American family during World War II.
The book, by Jay Kuo, Lorenzo Thione, and Marc Acito, follows the travails and triumphs of the Kimura family, three generations of farmers in 1941 Salinas until the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor changes their lives.
The action, however, begins in San Francisco on Pearl Harbor Day 2001 as septuagenarian Sam (George Takei) dons his military outfit and medals. A woman appears at his door with news that his sister Kei (Lea Salonga), who he has not seen in over 50 years, has died and left him a box of mementos.
The show flashes back to the family's internment at Heart Mountain in Wyoming, which is a hardship for all. They are living in one room, with communal latrines and mess halls, and forbidden use of anything remotely Japanese, even wind chimes. When the family's father feels he can not truthfully answer the question on the U.S. Government's Loyalty Questionnaire asking him to forswear allegiance to the Emperor, when he had never given it, he is sent to the harsh Tule Lake Segregation Camp.
The young Sammy (Telly Leung) meanwhile becomes a camp organizer for the controversial Japanese American Citizens League, eventually joining the Army as part of the all-Japanese 442nd Regimental Combat Team. He also finds himself attracted to sympathetic young Quaker nurse Hannah (Allie Trimm), while Kei becomes romantically involved with rabble rouser Frankie (Michael J. Lee), who is eventually arrested for refusing to be drafted into the army while his family remains in the camps. Meanwhile their grandfather, Ojii-San (Takei), tries to maintain a garden in the harsh terrain of Wyoming.
However, when a wounded Sammy returns from the war – a hero for leading a suicide battalion mission that saw the loss of 800 Japanese-American men to rescue 200 lost American soldiers – he finds his family is not how he left them, and eventually makes a decision that has unfortunate consequences.There is a lot of story to cram into two hours, and the writers still need to refine their work. Kuo's score ranges from lyrical Japanese melodies to Big Band, Boogie Woogie and power ballads. The only really wrong note is "442 Victory Swing" which is sung by the suicide battalion right before their big battle.
Donyale Werle's wood fence and shoji screen scenic design (aided by Darrel Maloney's moody projection design) easily morphs into the countless scenes. Howell Binkley's lighting and Jonathan Deans' sound are superb, but Alejo Vietti's costumes are less effective, especially with the female cast members in seamless stockings and high heels for much of the action.
Under Stafford Arima's fine direction, the cast makes the most of the material. Takei (whose real-life story inspired the show) provides the steel spine of the production, while giving a heartfelt performance. Leung is energetic and vibrant as Sammy, while Lee gives a powerhouse performance as Frankie and delivers the satirical "Paradise" with panache.
But the heart and soul of the show is the touching performance of Salonga, who shines in her many duets with Leung and belts her one solo "Higher" out of theater. She also brings her patented brand of star power when it is really needed, but doesn't pull the focus from her character or her co-stars.


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Robert Pattinson: Craving For Conversation
Twilight hottie Robert Pattinson grabs a late night snack with a mystery male at West Hollywood eatery La Conversation on Thursday.
Earlier this week, the 22-year-old British actor was seen partying with "I Kissed A Girl" singer Katy Perry. The pair helped a friend celebrate her birthday at Il Sole in West Hollywood.
Robert is signed up to do New Moon, the sequel to the highly successful Twilight. The Chris Weitz-directed film is set for a November, 20, 2009 release.
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If you're looking for luxury car that will certainly turn heads around then this century old 1907 Stoddard-Dayton Model K Runabout will certainly do the job. The Stoddard-Dayton produced by the Dayton Motor Car Company in Dayton, Ohio from 1905 to 1913. John Stoddard together with his son Charles Stoddard was very meticulous with the designs and made sure they were up to their standards. This 1907 Stoddard-Dayton Model K runabout is no exception to that standard of perfection making this a very rare beautiful piece of machinery.
The Stoddard-Dayton line was known to be ahead of its time. Always seen in both speed and endurance competitions in the newly built Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and most of the time winning the competitions. During the 1909 Indianapolis Motor Speedway competition, the Stoddard-Dayton made history by being the first car to win the competition with a speed of 57.31 miles per hour. It also participated in the Glidden Tour events which consisted of sprints and hill climbs.
The Stoddard-Dayton made another historic appearance as the first car to pace the Indianapolis 500 that was first held in 1911. It was personally driven Fished who has a Dayton Motor Car Company dealer from Indianapolis, the event was used to further promote the Stoddard-Dayton. The 1907 Stoddard-Dayton Model K Runabout was built for speed and power that is made possible by its 35 horsepower engine.
In the early 1900s, John Stoddard foresaw that the horse carriage will soon be replaced by the horseless carriages and quickly decided to puts his efforts into building them. He sent his son Charles to Europe to learn how to design and produce automobiles from the best schools.
The results were undeniable and paved the way to the success of the Stoddard-Dayton models. The production of these automobiles was unmatched during its time. No other company made more effort into making each one of these perfected machinery. The cars were painted between 15 to 30 coats as specified by each model standards. Every pain coat was meticulously hand-sanded until the final coat. Each car was tested for quality and ran for 400 miles, after the test it was taken apart and each part was checked for damage and rebuilt. Each car underwent this testing process twice.
Only 3 Stoddard-Dayton are known to exist and all of them are Model K Runabout, one is being used as a display in the Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry Collection. This particular Model K Runabout is a fully functional Stoddard-Dayton. Restored by David Noran and Greg Cone, famous for their Brass Era automobile restorations. The restoration took several years and was also very expensive. The engine and drivetrain restored by Mike Grunewald in 2015, they were taken apart and rebuilt to replace the pistons with new aluminum ones. After the full restoration was finished, this Stoddard-Dayton had a 336 cubic inch 30 hp 4 cylinder T-head engine with a 3 speed manual transmission. During the test drive, it ran smoothly like it was still in its prime during the 1907. The thorough restoration was fully documented.
There probably won't be another century old classic as beautiful as this in the near future. Watch out for this one in the upcoming 2016 Indianapolis Mecum auctions.


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Something Fishy specializes in seafood, crab cakes, soft-shell crabs and lobster s. Non-swimming menu items include pasta, steak and chicken. Wine and beer is also served here.
Soggy, limp french fries, but the hot baked bread a welcome change to the usual bland restaurant rolls. Overcooked crab cake, but the Alaskan king crab legs made it on several Munchers' favorites-of-the-day list. The lemon sherbet one of the best desserts of the entire Munch summer.


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The Corporate Rights Advancement Project (C.R.A.P.) is celebrating this Martin Luther King's Day with service projects to honor the equal rights that all people, including corporations, have achieved.
"This year, we're proud to celebrate Dr. King's dream being realized," said a spokesman for Branson-Slessinger Incorporated, a small office supplies chain who is the president of C.R.A.P. "Thanks to the Supreme Court bravely defending corporate rights in Citizens United, people in America today are not judged by the existence of their skin, but by the content of their character."
B.S. Incorporated has encouraged C.R.A.P. members to give back to the community this weekend with unusually low prices, two-for-one bargains, and free trinkets with every purchase over $40. These are all real C.R.A.P. ways of honoring Dr. King's legacy, it says.
But despite legally being entitled to the same rights as non-corporate Americans, corporations have become subject to increasing backlash by bigoted demonstrators opposing equal treatment under the law. Occupy Wall Street is one such movement, having been born of hatred and prejudice against corporations. Some of these extremist protestors have even gone so far as to call for a constitutional amendment denying corporations their status as human beings.
For all of the progress made over the last couple years, the corporate equality movement still has a ways to go. Despite now having unlimited free speech rights and influence in elections, discriminatory laws bar corporate citizens from voting or holding public office themselves. Additionally, they are subject to a "separate but equal" tax rate and their marriages are subject to government scrutiny before they are approved.
"While I know things aren't perfect yet, I'm optimistic," says B.S. Inc. "If we elect Mitt Romney as president in 2012, he will definitely enact social and economic polices that are supported by C.R.A.P. Then we'll finally have a president who, unlike the incumbent, will truly appreciate the progressive society that Martin Luther King Jr. fought for."


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Did you know that the road to college goes through middle school? There is a clear relationship between middle school preparation, high school success, and entry into college, and the Washington Jesuit Academy is committed to seeing that relationship through.
The Washington Jesuit Academy's Graduate Support Program provides a unique mentoring, coaching as well as academic and social support program specifically designed to encourage WJA alumni to achieve success in high school and beyond.
Graduate Support staff work closely with parents, guardians, students, and high school administration to prepare Academy alumni for a successful transition into and through high school.
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CHICOPEE - The City Council soundly defeated a proposal to cut the number of wards from nine to seven, saying a decision that would impact so many residents should be made by voters.
It also rejected a plan to further cut the size of the School Committee from the existing 12 members to eight, by eliminating the two at-large seats, along with the two ward seats.
Council members rejected both ideas in 12-0 votes, saying they did not believe residents want less representation.
After months of talking about condensing wards, Bissonnette officially proposed it last week. He admitted he did not expect it to pass, but encouraged the Council to look at it more in subcommittee.
Because each ward has its own representative, the number of members on the City Council and School Committee would each be reduced by two.
"I think this is something so crucial to this city, people should have the right to vote on this," City Councilor Robert J. Zygarowski said.
Since School Committee members earn $6,000 and City Councilors earn $12,000 annually, the cuts would save an annual $48,000. Ward combinations would also reduce the cost of elections because fewer polling places would be needed.
Bissonnette, who has been advocating to increase the mayor's term from two to four years, said he would be willing to increase the School Committee members' and councilors' terms to four years as well, eliminating the need for one election every four years.
He estimated the savings over four years could be as high as $400,000 to $500,000.
The city will be required to draw new ward boundaries this year after results of the federal census are released. Reducing wards would eliminate some of the poorly drawn territories which leave councilors representing neighborhoods that don't fit together.
"If not now to fix the gerrymandering, I didn't know when," Bissonnette said.
City Councilors agreed boundaries need to be fixed, but not by eliminating wards.
"I think this is something for the general public to decide," Councilor George R. Moreau said.
Although it is within the City Council's right to add or reduce wards, members said they would prefer to call for a commission of residents to examine the entire charter before doing anything drastic.
"I haven't gotten any calls from constituents who say the City Council is too large. Without any drive from the public I won't be voting for it," Councilor Frederick T. Krampits said.
Councilors said they like representing their wards and said it offers residents a quicker response to a problem.
"I think the quality of service may diminish. I think it is a step backwards, Councilor Donald G. Demers said.
School Committee members also agreed they are mostly opposed to cutting the wards.
"Honestly I don't think there is any reason we should go down to seven wards," Donald J. Lamothe, vice chairman of the School Committee, said. "I like the wards but I do handle a lot of phone calls from people outside my ward too."
Reducing the size of the School Committee was brought to the forefront last year, after the board deadlocked when trying to name a vice chairman. Since rules ban the committee from taking any action until a vice chairman is chosen, it prevented business from being done for weeks, until the tie was broken.
The problem was created when the mayor was added as chairman of the committee years ago. No seats were eliminated so it create an even number of members.
"This wouldn't solve the problem of an even number," Councilor James K. Tillotson said, when rejecting eliminating the two at-large seats.
At the same time, the School Committee has a vacancy on the board, after long-term member Susan A. Lecca died of cancer in November.
Lamothe said most of the members on his board said they support eliminating the vacant seat, to give the board an odd number.
The city charter calls for a vacant seat to be filled by a joint commission of the City Council and the School Committee. Bissonnette said he will call a meeting of the commission in early January.
While the School Committee is inclined against filling the position for a year, Bissonnette said he would like everyone to discuss it together.
If the two groups want to eliminate the position permanently they would have to do so through a home rule petition which must be approved by the mayor, City Council and state legislature.
If the action does not happen then the seat will be filled in the regular election in November.
Chicopee City Council says "no" to ward reduction
CHICOPEE - The City Council soundly defeated a proposal to cut the number of wards from nine to seven, saying a decision that would impact so many residents should be made by voters.


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RAHWAY—On April 14, Grover Cleveland School held the first annual Family Fitness Night. With a grant from Activate Rahway, along with assistance from the Rahway YMCA, Rutgers Family & Community Health Sciences, Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, and the Grover Cleveland staff, parents and students participated in an evening of physical activity and nutritional information.
They rotated through various stations, including yoga, karate, Zumba dancing, limbo, Wii fitness, and catch and throw games. There were also weight and height screenings, as well as a nutritional snack and smoothie station.
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A Treasure of the Campus Turns 100
A double rainbow crowned Memorial Building one day early in March, as if in homage to the grand old building on its 100th birthday.
Built when most of the present campus was a field of rye grass, Memorial opened with ceremony on March 5, 1900, with president Stephen Penrose presiding. A week later, the library was moved into the new building, and its science laboratories opened.
Constructed at a cost of $43,792, the building was financed by Chicago philanthropist D. K. Pearsons, who has the distinction of having financed the two oldest buildings still standing on campus. In 1909, he gave $50,000 for a music conservatory. The stately building (below left) was recently restored and renovated into the Hunter Conservatory and Center for Communication Arts and Technology.
While Memorial Building and Hunter Conservatory continue to serve as symbols of Whitman's tradition and history, the College meets the future with plans for construction of the Reid Campus Center (see "Meet me at Reid Center").


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Time and Date: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., November 20, 2008.
Place: CDC, Global Communications Center, Building 19, Rooms 245-246, 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30333.
Status: Open to the public, limited only by the space available.
Purpose: The committee shall advise the Secretary, HHS, and the Director, CDC, concerning strategies and goals for the programs and research within the national centers; shall conduct peer-review of scientific programs; and monitor the overall strategic direction and focus of the national centers.
The board, after conducting its periodic reviews, shall submit a written description of the results of the review and its recommendations to the Director, CDC. The board shall perform second-level peer review of applications for grants-in-aid for research and research training activities, cooperative agreements, and research contract proposals relating to the broad areas within the national centers.
Matters to be Discussed: The agenda will include detailed discussions on the following issues: BioSense Strategic Planning, Open Source Models, and Organizational Issues for NCPHI.
Agenda items are subject to change as priorities dictate.
Contact Person for More Information: Scott J.N. McNabb, Ph.D., M.S., Designated Federal Officer, NCPHI, CDC, 1600 Clifton Road, NE., Mailstop E78, Atlanta, Georgia, 30333, Telephone: (404) 409-3898.
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Custom designed Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers for your specific needs. Some of the most common applications include:
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- Fuel Gas Heaters
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- Falling Film Evaporators
- Thermosyphon Reboilers
- Feedwater heaters (Single or Multizone)
- General Service Condensers
- Oil Coolers
- Suction Heaters
- Plate Fin
- Steam Surface Condensers
As with all BOS-HATTEN™ units, both thermal and mechanical guarantees are provided. Units are designed to ASME Section VIII, Div 1, API specifications, and customer supplied specifications.
Kettle Reboilers
Kettle reboilers are used in services where 20% to 100% boil-up is required. Then enlarged outer shell provides a separation between the boiling fluid and the exit nozzle reducing the amount of liquid entrainement in the exiting vapor stream. In cases where the amount of liquid entrainment must be minimal, BOS-HATTEN™ can provide a unit with demister pad inside the shell. In lieu of providing a larger diameter shell, a separate tank, bolted or welded to the top of the exchanger, for vapor/liquid separation can be supplied
Fuel Gas Heaters
Fuel gas heaters are designed to heat natural gas streams with feedwater (the most common medium) or steam. Design pressures for the natural gas stream range from as low as 20 psi to over 2000 psi. A temperature cross between the natural gas and water is common. In these instances, the most efficient design is often a TEMA type CFU or BFU with an insulated longitudinal baffle. The most common construction material is carbon steel with the tubes constructed either of carbon steel or stainless steel. Other materials are certainly available. See our Fuel Gas Conditioning Systems.
Rotor Air Coolers
Rotor air coolers are used in the power generation industry and are designed to cool hot air and generate steam. The hot air is a by-product created from air used to cool the fuel gas turbine. The heat in the air stream is removed and used to generate steam. The cooled air is returned to the turbine.
Hot air passes through the tube side while steam is generated on the shell side. The air may be cooled utilizing either just a LP (low pressure) steam generator or a two step process with both a IP(intermediate pressure) and LP steam generator. When two exchangers in series are utilized, the exchangers can either be completely separate and piped in the field by the customer, or bolted together to minimize piping and pressure drop. The shell side is carbon steel, tubes are generally SS304, and the tube side is either SS304 or chrome moly
Compressor Intercoolers & Aftercoolers
As the workhorse for compressor interstage cooling, these units can be supplied as either straight tube or U-Tube units featuring either a removable or non-removable bundle. These units have been supplied in services ranging from vacuum conditions to over 4000 psi with the gas on either the shell side or the tube side. In addition, BOS-HATTEN™ regularly provides intercoolers for oxygen service using our oxygen cleaning procedures accepted by industry leaders in oxygen manufacturing. BOS-HATTEN™ can also supply separator technology to remove condensate from the gas stream using either a T-Type separator, an internal tuyere or other separation technology.
Falling Film Evaporators
Falling film evaporators are typically used as reboilers for distillation columns. Liquid enters the unit at the top and boils inside the tubes with a film of liquid developed around the inside periphery of the tube. When designing these units, the BOS-HATTEN™ staff works closely with both the customer and HTRI to ensure that the unit is designed specifically to the needs of the customer. Our experienced design staff will ensure that the inlet bonnet is properly designed to provide equal distribution of the liquid across the tube bundle, ensuring a proper film of liquid is developed in each of the tubes. This ensures proper pressure drop and heat transfer on the tubeside. These units have been supplied in the sizes ranging from 20" and below to 100" in diameter.
Thermosyphon Reboilers
Thermosyphon Reboilers are generally heat exchangers used to provide vapor boil-up to a distillation column. they can be provided in either a vertical position (generally as a TEMA type BEM or NEN) with the boiling fluid in the tubes or in the horizontal position (with a TEMA Type "H" shell) featuring the boiling fluid in the shell side. In normal operation, between 10% and 33% of the liquid entering the unit is boiled.
Feedwater Heater & Spray Water Condensers
Rugged and durable, the feedwater heater is used in power applications typically in the boiler system. Feedwater heaters are available in single zone (condensing only), two zone (condensing and subcooling), and three zone (desuperheating, condensing and subcooling). Design pressure can be handled from atmospheric to 5000psi. Units can be supplied vertically or horizontally and are designed using HEI practices. Sizes can range from table top to 6 foot diameter or larger. The spray water condenser is a single zone unit used to provide hot water for attemperation to the boiler. This attemperation water is used to control the boiling rate in the boiler. This product is used in a wide variety of boiler systems.
General Service Condensers
BOS-HATTEN™ can design units for all cases where condensing is required. From large overhead condensers for distillation colums to knock-out condensers designed to remove a small amount of condensate from a gas steam, BOS-HATTEN™ can provide the right design for your needs. The condensing medium can be placed on either the shell side or the tube side. For condensing a mixture of components, BOS-HATTEN™ employs PPDS to obtain vapor liquid equilibrium data and physical properties. From that data, we can properly calculate a MTD (mean temperature difference).
Oil Coolers
From standard to highly specialized, these units come in a full range of sizes and materials available from BOS-HATTEN™. These units are usually specified as floating head (TEMA type "W") with O-Ring and weep hole for early leak detection.
Suction Heaters
Suction heaters are designed to be bolted directly into a storage tank through a manway or large flange. The most common application is for oil tank heaters using all carbon steel construction, however they are available in a full range of materials of construction and designs. A tube bundle, with a partial shell, is inserted into the tank. The heating medium (generally steam) is run through the tubes. The tank contents are heated as they are pumped out of the tank. This heating reduces viscosity and flow properties to reduce pump power
Plate Fin Heat Exchangers
The plate fin is a unique device that is used in centrifugal and axial compressor applications. These units have special aluminum high fins that have admiralty or copper-nickel tubes expanded into these fins. The plate fin is typically used for air or nitrogen gases at high volume flow rates and low pressures. The plate fin design allows for maximum support of the tube that prevents vibration problems that would occur in standard shell & tube units. The fin also provides a large effective surface area that is required for gas coolers due to their low heat transfer coefficients. These units can be designed with a mesh pad separator, a perforated plate or other separation technology for moisture knock out.
Dual Diameter Steam Surface Condensers
When you bring BOS-HATTEN™ Dual Diameter Condensers into your turbine system, you're introducing a combination of design efficiency, high quality engineering, and experienced manufacturing ability to your operations. You'll be giving your turbine installation a reliable, long-lasting partner.
The central air-cooling section draws steam and non-condensables uniformly through the bundle. This eliminates stagnant areas of poor heat transfer and high corrosion. The large air gathering section allows non-condensables to flow to a common air-offtake with minimal pressure drop. The design maintains uniform condensing pressure and temperature along the length of the bundle. Proper steam distribution is maintained. The eccentric bundle assembly allows maximum steam penetration along and around the bundle. This reduces pressure drop, and increases thermal efficiency.
For the best possible heat transfer properties, BOS-HATTEN™ can apply one of three tools (turbulators, finned tubes, or baffles) to improve the efficiency of our exchangers. This gives you the best performance in the most economical package.
Tube-side Heat Transfer Augmentation
Laminar Flow Condition
Tube-sheet side heat transfer coefficient is controlling. 100% vaporization on tube side required.
Finned Tubes
Used when shell-side heat transfer coefficient is controlling (2 types):
Longitudinal Finned
Single Segmental
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- Higher pressure drop
Double Segmental
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Posted On December 10th, 2012 - Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Nov. 24, 2012
Doris Fukue Kumashiro, 92, of Honolulu, a retired Kalani High School custodian, died in Kaiser Medical Center. She was born in Honolulu. She is survived by sons Gary, Bernarr and Marvin; brother James Narahara; sisters Mary Fukumoto and Esther Baba; and four grandchildren. Visitation: 1 p.m. Saturday at Hosoi Garden Mortuary. Services: 2 p.m. Casual attire. No flowers.
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I, Dude is episode 9 of Season 2.
Frankie Dude, an ex-surfer who hit his toe on the pier of a beach resort is destroying beach resorts to restore them to prime surfing spots using tsunamis.
In the B-story, Sam goes on a hunger strike with David to help Ms. Muckle after she was replaced by a machine.
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- 3. Kangaroo Point, Australia
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- Clover reads "Board Master" magazine.
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Recent News:
On the 28th October 2016 Robert Oulsnam and Company was presented with a Highly Commended Award in the Estate Agency Category at the UK Property Awards at the Marriot Hotel, London .
Robert Oulsnam and Company competed against the best property professionals across the UK to be awarded this title for the Best Estate Agency in Worcestershire 2016/17.
The UK Property Awards are judged by an independent panel of 70 industry experts. They consider design, service, innovation, originality and commitment to sustainability when making their decision.
Then, on the 1st November 2016 Robert Oulsnam and Company was presented with the Gold Award for West Midland Agency of the Year 2016/17 at the Negotiator Awards held at the London Hilton.
The host for the Awards was Ed Byrne, the hilarious comedian and star of Mock the Week. He had the Grand Ballroom in stitches with his stand-up routine, before presenting the Awards to an enthralled audience.
After the inevitable – and wonderful – excitement of the Awards presentation, the party really took off as the incredible DJ drummer Afishal led the dancing into the early hours.
Once again guests raised funds for our supported charity, Crisis, through donations, purchases in both a Live Auction, hosted by the brilliant Jonny Gould and an iPad Silent Auction and, finally, a Charity Casino. Oh what a night!
The Negotiator Awards and the UK Property Awards are the two most popular awards schemes in residential property with many entrants and awards. Both Awards presentation evenings have a great reputation for their atmosphere of excitement, fun and party spirit. They are glamorous black tie and ball gown occasions, and is without doubt provide two of the most notable property events of the year.
Andrew Oulsnam, Director of Robert Oulsnam and Company commented we are thrilled to have received both of these awards and makes all the hard work put in by staff to provide the highest standards of service to our customers all the more worthwhile.


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"At Children's Hospital, we see about 72,000 visits per year, many of them due to casual behaviors where adults put children at risk by having them play with types of toys that we see here, that are choking hazards, that are swallowing hazards, et cetera," said Dr. Jeffrey Upperman, a pediatric surgeon at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
When buying toys, especially for children under three, you should pay special attention to what they're made of. Officials say many toys still contain toxins like lead.
"We recommend that if parents are buying a toy for a toddler, they err towards cloth or wood toys, because we know toddlers like to put everything in their mouth," said Austin Price, California Public Interest Research Group.
One thing you should always consider when buying kids toys is the tube test: If the toy or any part of the toy fits inside of a toilet-paper roll, it's too small.
"Parents should pay particular attention to ball-shaped toys, since they are more likely to block the breathing passage. And then also toys that are meant to look like food," said Price. "Obviously, if they look like food it's more likely that a child will put it in their mouth."
Also, magnets, if swallowed, can cause severe internal organ damage.
And experts warn that seemingly harmless noise-making toys can cause significant hearing damage in young children.
Some parents say they look for certain things before bringing home a toy or accepting it as a gift for their children.
"I pay attention, I read the back, what is written about the toys," said Glendale resident Lucy Gordilyan. "They shouldn't be able to swallow it, it shouldn't be sharp, and what it is made of."
And it's also a good idea to teach your children these safety tips for themselves so they can watch out for younger siblings.
Experts say also to consider not only the child you're buying the toy for but any other children living in that household.


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Walter Abington 6/21/09
I am seeking information about Susan G. Kirkpatrick, who was born Oct. 20, 1828 in St. Charles County, Missouri and died Feb. 27, 1909 in Henry County, Missouri. She married on Oct. 22, 1845 in St. Charles Co. to William A. Abington. They lived for many years in St. Charles Co., but by 1870 had moved to Henry Co. Their children:
1. William M., b. ca. 1846
2. Tabitha Susan, b. ca. 1848
3. James Milton, b. Sept. 20, 1851
4. Elizabeth ("Lizzie"), b. ca. 1854
5. Joseph F., b. ca. July 31, 1856
6. Luther, b. ca. 1858; prob. d.y.
7. Eliza, b. ca. 1864
8. Mary, b. ca. 1866
9. Leland Carter, b. Nov. 3, 1868
There is the record of a marriage between William T. Kirkpatrick and "Mrs." Matilda Wooton in St. Charles County on Dec. 16, 1827. Matilda is listed as head of household in the 1830 census and William is nowhere to be found. It seems likely he died before 1830. The 1830 census also lists one female child in Matilda's household under 5 years of age. Was that person Susan? Any information would be greatly appreciated.
David Hudson
Coralville, Iowa
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Severe-stage dementia caregiving is hard. Whether you've managed solo until now or have tapped into help all along, here are three resources not to overlook at this stage of the process:
1. Grief support. Dementia caregivers are especially vulnerable to anticipatory grief, a kind of mourning for someone who is "here but not here." Most grief counselors are used to working with dementia-care families. Palliative care services and hospice services can provide this. Or perhaps you just want to talk to your clergyperson at this point; there's no shame in confiding you have such emotions.
2. Palliative care services. This kind of multidisciplinary service provides comfort care to the person with chronic illness and to the family. Doctors, social workers, therapists, and others may be involved on the team. It's ideal for dementia patients because they're often ineligible for hospice, which requires a six-month prognosis; death can be difficult to forecast with severe dementia.
3. Therapy or support groups. Even if you've never used the services of a counselor, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other trained therapist in the past, this is the perfect time to consider it. You're probably coping with a myriad of issues: grief, difficult medical decisions, eventual transition to life after caregiving, social isolation, possibly depression or anxiety or sleep issues, and more. An expert ear can give you courage, inspiration, and strength.


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PANORAMA CITY, LOS ANGELES --Wal-Mart has announced plans for a new grocery store in Panorama City.
Construction is under way in the Vannord Center on Nordhoff Street and Van Nuys Boulevard.
The Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market is using space made vacant five years ago when the Valley Foods Warehouse left.
The new store will sell produce and groceries. It will have a bakery, deli, pharmacy and one-hour photo department. It is set to open by the end of the year.


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As of 2015, the last four mayors of Chicago were David Duvall Orr, Eugene Sawyer, Richard M. Daly and Rahm Emanuel, who is the current and 55th mayor. Since 1907, Chicago mayors serve four-year terms, and the election takes place the year before a presidential election.Continue Reading
Democrat David Orr served as the interim mayor for one week in 1987 after the death of Mayor Harold Washington. Despite the short term, he is considered the 52nd mayor of Chicago. The City Council then elected Eugene Sawyer to serve as mayor until a special election could be held. Mayor Sawyer's term lasted from 1987 to 1989.
Richard M. Daly defeated Eugene Sawyer and two other candidates in a primary and two candidates in the general election to become Chicago's 54th mayor. He served six terms from 1989 to 2011. Rahm Emanuel took office in 2011 and was elected to his second term in April 2015. Prior to becoming mayor, he served as White House chief of staff since 2009.Learn more about Politics


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We can cover you for up to 32 weeks into your pregnancy under a regular policy, so there's no need to declare your pregnancy as a medical condition! We'd only advise you to do so if you have an existing condition or complication that could directly affect your pregnancy.
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Allianz Group today reported solid results for the first quarter of 2011 amid a challenging environment and severe natural catastrophe events. Total quarterly revenues of 29.9 billion euros remained strong, amounting to only 2.2 percent below the record level of 30.6 billion euros in the first quarter of 2010.
Operating profit amounted to 1.66 billion euros, compared to 1.73 billion euros in the previous year's first quarter. This represents a decrease of just 4.2 percent, despite one of the highest quarterly natural catastrophe losses in two decades. Last year's first quarter had already been impacted by a higher-than-usual level of natural catastrophes.
All three business segments contributed to a quarterly net income of 915 million euros, compared to 1.6 billion euros in the first quarter of 2010. In addition to natural catastrophes, a deliberate reduction of capital gains and a higher tax ratio contributed to this development.
Allianz Group's capital position remains strong with a solvency ratio of 180 percent. This is 7 percentage points higher than the year-end 2010 solvency ratio of 173 percent. Shareholders' equity amounted to 43.6 billion euros as of March 31, 2011, or 2.1 percent lower than 44.5 billion euros at the end of 2010.
Despite the difficult operating environment Allianz remains on track to reach its operating profit target for 2011 of 8.0 billion euros, plus or minus 0.5 billion euros.
In the Property and Casualty insurance business, gross written premiums in the first quarter increased by 1.8 percent to 14.3 billion euros, compared to 14.0 billion euros in the first quarter of 2010.
Operating profit amounted to 663 million euros. This is 6.9 percent lower than the 712 million euros in the first quarter of 2010. Expenses from natural catastrophes amounted to 737 million euros for the quarter. Of that figure, 697 million euros were reserved to cover the events in Australia, New Zealand and Japan. In the first quarter of 2010, expenses for natural catastrophes amounted to 555 million euros.
The combined ratio of 101.3 percent compares with 100.4 percent in the first quarter of 2010. Natural catastrophes contributed 7.6 percentage points to the combined ratio after 5.9 percentage points in the first quarter of 2010.
Oliver Bäte, Chief Financial Officer of Allianz SE: "For Allianz, the past quarter took one of the hardest hits from natural catastrophes of any quarter in the last two decades. However, this effect was partly offset by operating improvements in several core markets, positive price effects on renewals and stable investment income."
In Life and Health insurance, statutory premiums amounted to 14.3 billion euros. Compared to the record 15.4 billion euros in the first quarter of 2010, revenues decreased by 7.1 percent, but net inflows still reached 1.7 billion euros. Statutory premiums in the first quarter of last year included positive one-off effects especially in France, Italy and Taiwan.
Operating profit amounted to 702 million euros, compared to 835 million euros in the first quarter of 2010. The 15.9 percent decrease was largely due to a lower investment result compared to the same period of last year.
Oliver Bäte: "We are on track in the Life/Health segment, despite challenges such as tough competition in France, Italy and the Asia-Pacific region and exchange rate effects based on the strong euro. This quarter's operating profit keeps us at the upper end of our target range for the full year."
In Asset Management, revenues continued to grow strongly. Net fee and commission income rose by 14.5 percent to 1.26 billion euros, compared to 1.10 billion euros in the same period of last year. Operating profit grew by 13.3 percent to 528 million euros from 466 million euros in the first quarter of 2010.
The cost income ratio of 58.5 percent remained close to 58.2 percent in the same period of last year.
Third-party assets under management grew to 1.138 trillion euros as of March 31, 2011 from 1.023 trillion euros as of March 31, 2010.
Oliver Bäte: "Strong organic growth in Asset Management continues. Third-party net inflows amounted to nearly 14 billion euros. Revenues and operating profit are outstanding. The cost income ratio demonstrates our ability to grow our business profitably."
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text: During 2009, it was difficult to find anybody inside the newspaper business who was not profoundly depressed about the future of the industry. All the trend lines were downwards. The migration of readers and advertisers towards digital media was already a long-standing headache for the industry. Then came the credit crunch, whose aftermath brought recession, further decline in sales, and a sharp downturn in advertising. The result was industry-wide gloom. ... In the last few months, however, the tone of the conversation in the business has changed. It's now not so much 'We're doomed!', more 'Quick, what's the plan?'


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Academic Connection
Academic Connection
To connect to the wireless network, you must have:
Computer Requirements
A wireless network interface card (NIC) is necessary to access the campus wireless network. Some computers have a built-in NIC. In addition; make sure that you install the latest drivers. Visit the manufacturer's website for information about the latest drivers. If your computer does not have a built-in NIC, you will need to purchase a card that is compatible with one or both of these wireless standards. The 802.11g standard is faster (54Mbps), while the 802.11b is slower (11 Mbps). Cards are available for both Windows and Macintosh. Follow the instructions provided by your manufacturer to install the hardware and drivers on your computer.
Minimum Requirements:
Log In Account
Students, faculty, and staff will use their SUnet account (their current username and password) to log in. If you are unsure of your username or password, please call the Help Desk. The goal is to allow only students or employees with a valid username to access the university's wireless network with the appropriate hardware and configuration.
Wireless Authentication
When you connect to the wireless network, the first thing you need to do is open a Web Browser. Once you do this, you will automatically be redirected to an authentication page to log in.
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Ratcliff Lake Trail is a 2.8 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Kennard, Texas that features a lake. The trail is rated as moderate offers a number of activity options. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
dogs on leash
trail running
wild flowers
Its a bit warm in July but you also see no-one on the trails and there is a nice breeze. The trails are maintained so its an easy walk.
We stayed at Group Site B on the Loblolly Loop for a few nights with several other families. The campsite itself was great. The loop was quiet and just the right size for kids to safely ride bikes with minimal supervision. The lake comes directly up to the campsite which made for great turtle looking and "fishing." If we had brought the canoe, it would have been perfect for excursions. The hiking trail was lovely, but the map we found on the forest service website was out of date so left us feeling uncertain on our hike. Everything was wonderful EXCEPT the traffic noise from Highway 7 was completely unreasonable. The kids didn't seem to notice much, but the adults had trouble sleeping. I tried lying out in the hammock to watch the stars and the traffic noise was too distracting to relax! The acoustics of the park and lake seem to amplify the sounds, especially of big rigs but even regular cars, and the sound sustains for an outrageous amount of time as the traffic travels past a quite long stretch of road. I timed it and it sounded like jet airplanes taking off for a sustained 75 seconds. That doesn't sound like that would be too bad, but it really was. Highway 7 doesn't seem like it should be such a busy road, but it certainly is. All night and all day. In the daytime, the noise is more constant, so unpleasant but you can tune it out. At night, there often seemed to be 45 seconds or so between vehicles so it was even more aggravating. It was great to get out into a beautiful area and let the kids have so much unstructured play, but I really wish we had known about the traffic. We would have definitely gone elsewhere. Perhaps the Lakeside loop might be a little more quiet, but I am not sure. When we walked the road through that part of the park, it seemed a little better, but on the water it might have been louder. It's very disappointing that such a lovely place is ruined by the proximity of such a ridiculously loud road. Very sad.


text: 24 August 2010Michelle Collins is the latest soap star to speak out in support of women choosing Botox to help them hold on to their youth - though the former EastEnders star would not reveal whether she had used the wrinkle-relaxing treatment herself. "It's a woman's prerogative not to tell," Michelle told Hello magazine in a recent interview. "But I have nothing against Botox. Why not have it if it makes you feel and look better?"The 48-year-old actress, who previously played Cindy Beale in the long-running BBC soap, is about to return to TV screens in Casualty, and revealed that she no longer worries about ageing. "I'm not scared of getting older. Dames Helen Mirren and Judi Dench, and Julie Walters are my role models," she said. "Julie is the only actress I know who can get away with doing an Asda commercial and then winning a BAFTA. Now that's what I call a class act." Earlier this month, Michelle appeared without make-up in a photo shoot for Closer magazine, where she said she felt happier in her appearance now than when she was in her 20s. "I�ve never seen myself as a natural beauty but I think I�ve grown into my looks as I�ve aged," Michelle said. "I eat well, I take pride in looking after myself and I don�t think I look bad. I probably look better now than I did in EastEnders 20 years ago." Michelle also stated her belief the key to a long TV career is to be able to reinvent yourself. As well as appearing in Casualty, it has also been announced that Michelle will join the tour of Calendar Girls as a replacement for Bernie Nolan.


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An estimated 50,000 people were expected at Liverpool's Aintree Racecourse for the second day of racing, which has become almost secondary to the breathtaking range of outfits on display.
Ladies' Day is a firm favourite with the fairer sex in the North West who have become known for pulling out all the stops in the fashion stakes.
Regular Aintree favourite Coleen Rooney, 27, who is eight months pregnant, tweeted her disappointment at not being able to attend today's festivities.
The wife of Manchester United and England star Wayne Rooney, said on the social network: "First time in 10 years am not getting ready for Ladies Day!!! Gonna miss it!! Have fun everybody!! !!"
Atomic Kitten star Liz McClarnon, 31, arrived at the racecourse with friends and wearing a cream Philip Armstrong floral design dress with a Dawn Wiggins hat made from a copy of the Daily Mirror.
She said: "I love Ladies' Day, for me it's the highlight of the Grand National.
"I love getting dressed up, I love the glamour, I absolutely love it.
"There is a bit of competition between the girls, especially in terms of the hats, but it's a good-natured competition.
"We're all here to dress up and have a laugh and a lovely time with our friends."
Stars of MTV's reality show The Valleys drew attention in jaw-dropping outfits each made from the Welsh Flag.
Nicole Morris, Carley Belmonte, Lateysha Grace and Natalee Harris wore designs by friend Clydeus.
Carley, 21, said: "This is the first time I've ever been to the races so I'm just so happy.
"I love my dress, we decided to pull out all the stops for today."
Commenting on the other fashions on display, Lateysha , 20, added: "I think we've stole the show to be honest.
"We're going to have a brilliant day and I think we'll be pretty legless tonight - I don't care whether it's a posh do or not."
Retailers say major fashion themes for the women this year will be monochrome and florescent colours, and fitted, Victoria Beckham-influenced designs.
The men will be influenced by Daniel Craig's traditional suits in Skyfall.
A highlight of Ladies' Day is the annual Matalan style competition, hosted by This Morning's Jeff Brazier, which offers a £5,000 prize to the best-dressed race-goers.
Brazier, 33, said: "The magic of Ladies' Day is the in the effort the girls have made, in the outfits and amazing dresses they've come out in.
"Because everyone has made such effort, there is a real variety of looks and that's what it's all about, you're not going to get two outfits the same."
"Liverpool is especially known for the effort the girls make when they come to Ladies' Day, that's a tradition now and it's great."


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