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Position: Opposite
Height: 6-8 (175cm)
Weight: 250 pounds (113kg)
College: UC Santa Barbara
Joined Team: April 2008
PERSONAL: Born Evan Hoburg Patak in 1984, in Santa Maria, Calif.... Parents are Kim and Gloria Patak... Has an older sister, Jessica... Evan played basketball and volleyball for Foothill High School (1998-2002) in Pleasanton... Evan played club volleyball for Diablo Valley... Graduated from UC Santa Barbara (2007) where he majored in sociology and minored in sports management... Caddyshack is his favorite movie and Top Gear and Entourage are his favorite TV shows... Enjoys mountain biking, wakeboarding, and golfing... His favorite genre of music are Hip Hop, Metal, House and Filthy Dubstep... Golden State Warriors are his favorite professional team... Admires his parents... Likes to watch extreme sports and college basketball.
MAJOR INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION: 2011 – FIVB World Cup… Pan American Games… NORCECA Men's Continental Championship (Silver Medal)… London Volleyball International Invitational (Bronze Medal)… FIVB World League. 2010 - FIVB World League. 2009 - NORCECA Continental Championship (Silver Medal)... 2010 World Championship Qualifier for NORCECA Group F (Gold Medal)... FIVB World League. 2008 - America's Cup... Pan American Cup (Gold Medal)... Four Nations' Tournament (Gold Medal). 2007 - World University Games (Bronze Medal). 2003 - World University Games (Bronze Medal).
INTERNATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: 2011 – Evan finished the 2011 season as the team's fifth-leading scorer with 140 points on 104 attacks, 10 blocks and 26 aces in 92 sets… Evan played in 29 sets of the FIVB World Cup, including starting the final three matches for Clay Stanley. He finished with 31 points on 22 attacks, five blocks and four aces… Evan was the only member of the U.S. Men's National Team to play in the Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico, and served as the team's captain. The team finished fifth. He finished as the second-leading scorer in the tournament with 118 points on 96 kills, 11 blocks, including seven against Puerto Rico, and 11 aces, including five against Argentina. He had the most aces of any player in the tournament, but he did not win the best server award because he did not have the best aces-per-set ratio… Evan saw playing time at the NORCECA Men's Continental Championship after starter Clay Stanley suffered an injury. Evan played in 18 sets, started seven and finished with 31 points on 18 kills (47.4 kill percent), three blocks and 10 aces (0.56 per set). His 10 aces put him second among all servers. The U.S. Men finished second and qualified for the FIVB World Cup… Evan was the United States' leading scorer at the London Volleyball International Invitational. He played in all 18 sets and scored 78 points on 67 kill (50.0 kill percent), two blocks and 12 aces (0.67 per set). The U.S. Men finished the tournament in third… Evan opened 2011 as the third opposite on the depth chart, but moved up to second after Gabe Gardner suffered an injury… Patak received limited playing time behind Stanley in the FIVB World League. He played in 27 World League sets, mostly as a serving specialist, and finished with six points, including three aces. The U.S. Men finished second in their pool in World League and advanced to the Final Round where they placed seventh. 2010 - Evan played for the Air Jumbos in Korea during the winter of 2010-11... Evan appeared in 40 sets during the FIVB World League and tallied eight service aces (0.16 per set) that tied him for second place among the teams' leaders and 34th among the League's best servers. He also posted 40 kills (0.65 per set) and 13 digs (0.27 per set). 2009 - Played the winter of 2009-10 for Halkbank in the Turkish men's league… Evan shared the starting opposite role with Clay Stanley and finished the 2009 season as the U.S. Men's second-leading scorer with 221 points on 159 kills, 46 aces and 20 blocks. His 46 aces were by far the most on the team and he averaged 0.74 aces per set... Evan was named best server at the NORCECA Continental Championship as the U.S. Men won the silver medal. He finished with 10 aces... Evan was named the MVP and Best Server of the 2010 World Championship Qualifier as the United States won all three matches to qualify for the World Championship. Evan was the United States' leading scorer and second overall with 37 points on 20 kills, two blocks and 15 aces in six sets played... Evan was the United States' second-leading scorer in pool play at the FIVB World League as he shared starting opposite duties with Clay Stanley. He finished with 114 points on 91 kills, six blocks and 17 aces. His 17 aces put him third among all servers with an average of .38 per set. 2008 - Played fall of 2008 for Aon hotVolleys in Vienna before moving to PAOK in Greece in January of 2009… Evan was a member of the U.S. Men's Team that placed fifth at the America's Cup in Brazil. He was the United States' leading scorer with 44 points in 13 sets (3.38 points per set)... Was an alternate for the Olympic team... Was named MVP and best server of the Pan American Cup in Winnipeg, Manitoba, as a young U.S. Men's team won the gold medal, defeating host Canada in the final... Was part of a training team that traveled to Japan to help the Japanese men's national team prepare for its Olympic qualifying tournament... Played professionally for San Juan Playeros in Puerto Rico and Aris Thessalonica in Greece. 2007 - Was the United States' leading scorer as the team won the bronze medal at the World University Games in Bangkok, Thailand. 2003 - Helped the United States win a bronze medal at the World University Games in Daegu, Korea (Aug. 21-31).
COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS: 2007 - First team American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) All-America... Led the country in kills (5.78/game), service aces (.948/game), and points (7.09/game)... The 2007 All-MPSF First Team selection led the league in kills (5.98/game), aces (1.02/game), and points (7.40/game) in conference matches... Put down 30 or more kills seven times this season and set a new school single-season record with 110 aces... Finished his career with 2,112 kills, second in program history, and is UCSB's all-time leader in aces with 255. 2006 - Played in 20 matches and started 19 (72 games) before becoming ineligible... Despite missing nine matches, Patak was the national leader in kills per game at 5.88 (423 kills), aces per game at .722 (52 aces), and points per game (7.10)... In MPSF matches only, Patak led the league in kills per game at 6.06 (327 kills, 54 games), aces per game at .741 (40 aces), and points per game (7.13)... Had double figures in kills in all but one match... Posted 20 or more kills in 12 contests... His season-high of 31 kills came in his final match of the year at Cal State Northridge (3/31)... The 31 kills was the most by any Gaucho all season... Aced opponents five or more times in five matches, including a season-high seven against Hawai'i (1/14)... Set a new hitting percentage career-high by going 19-2-26 for a .654 clip against UC San Diego (3/3)... His season-high in points was 36 at Cal State Northridge (3/31), which was the highest point total put up by any UCSB player in 2006... Led the Gauchos in kills (423), kills per game (5.88), attempts (810), aces (52), aces per game (.72), total points (501.5), and points per game (6.97). 2005 - Named First Team All-American and First Team All-MPSF, appearing in 106 games... Led the team with 1,149 total attacks, including 63 in two matches against Hawai'i... Led the nation with 586 kills, including a single match-high of 48 at Stanford to set an NCAA Division I-II rally scoring-era record with 53 total points... Set a new single season UCSB record after leading the Gauchos with 58 service aces... Finished the season third with 55 block assists, including a career-high nine at Hawai'i... Totaled 110 digs on the season, third on the squad... Twice named MPSF Player of the Week, once earning AVCA National Player of the Week accolades. 2004 - Earned AVCA and MPSF Newcomer of the Year and Second Team All-American honors... Ranked fourth nationally with a 5.63 points per game average, fifth with a per game kill average of 4.75, and 13th in ace percentage at .385... Led the league in kill average (5.04), ranked fourth in ace average (.406), and fifth in points average (5.15)... Led the team with 432 kills, posting 32 against Cal State Northridge... Also led the Gauchos with 840 total attacks... Added a team-high 35 service aces, ranked second with 104 digs and third with 80 blocks.


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Seven dogs dead as result of poisoning in Mauriceville
Seven dogs are confirmed dead in Mauriceville from some type of poisoning.
On January 23, 2013 the Orange County Sheriff's Office received a call concerning a dog that had been possibly poisoned in the Greenwood Acres Subdivision in Mauriceville.
Sheriff's Office Animal Control Officer, Deputy Rocky Bridges responded to the area to meet with the owners of the poisoned dog. The dog's owner had transported the dog to a local veterinary clinic once they realized that their dog was possibly poisoned.
The veterinarian treated the dog and advised that the dog is expected to make a full recovery.
The sheriff's office began getting more calls from residents reporting their dogs being poisoned. Deputy Bridges canvassed the neighborhood and spoke with several residents who dogs had died as a result of being poisoned.
Throughout the day and evening yesterday and again today, more residents of the Greenwood Acres subdivision had contacted the sheriff's office reporting that their dogs had been poisoned as well.
As of this afternoon, Deputy Bridges advised that a total of seven dogs had been confirmed dead as a result of some sort of poisoning. The sheriff's office is investigating these incidents and is asking for anyone with information concerning this incident to contact the sheriff's office.
UPDATE: According to Deputy Bridges, despite reports of higher numbers, only seven dogs have been confirmed dead from poisoning. He said a neighbor in the subdivision who seemed to have reliable information told him the count is up to 12 with some deaths being unreported. He said there is nothing to substantiate the number 18 reported by one person in the subdivision. He asks that anyone who suspects their dog was poisoned call OCSO and report it.
Regarding how the dogs were poisoned, Deputy Bridges said, "According to Foskey Vet Clinic, they believe it to be strychnine...We are assuming it is through some type of food."
Deputy Bridges said if someone is responsible for the poisonings, they face a Class A Misdemeanor for Cruelty to Animals for each dog affected.
Please call (409) (409) 883-2612 or (409) 882-7913 if you have any information regarding this incident.

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Mr Porter's Glossary of Men's Style
The brand that Mr Yves Saint Laurent founded in the early 1960s embarks on a new chapter this season, under creative director Mr Hedi Slimane who has renamed the house Saint Laurent. Mr Slimane's influence is felt immediately in the first menswear collection, which is characterised by the rock'n'roll style and attitude which fans of his work during his tenure at Dior Homme will recognise.
Since 1984, Sandro's unfussy, effortlessly chic clothes have come to define the elusive and near-legendary Parisian look. Launched in the Marais district of the French capital, it was in 2008 that the brand extended its winning formula of immaculate tailoring, combined with more than a hint of le rock'n'roll attitude, to menswear. Read more about Sandro
Using only the finest skins, Santiago Gonzalez creates luxurious bags and accessories, characterised by incredible craftsmanship. The collection is based on items that Mr Gonzalez himself has travelled with for more than a decade, meaning the designs have been refined and perfected over the years. Click here to read more about Santiago Gonzalez
Saturdays Surf NYC is a surf store and clothing label, launched in New York City by Mr Morgan Collett, Mr Josh Rosen and Mr Colin Tunstall in August 2009. The brand combines a laid-back vibe with a distinctly New York style sensibility, resulting in a range of effortlessly cool weekend wardrobe staples. The block-coloured board shorts and cotton T-shirts are ideal for wearing on the beach, whether you surf or not. Learn more about Saturdays Surf NYC
Founded in 1875 by Mr Jacques Schiesser, this German manufacturer of undergarments has been renowned for craftsmanship and quality for more than a century. In subdued colours, the firm's fine cotton underwear and T-shirts have a place in every man's wardrobe.
Established in 1913 by two brothers, Messrs Irving and Jack Schott, Schott is a men's brand steeped in American cultural history. Its most iconic design, the "Perfecto" leather biker jacket, was worn and made famous by Mr Marlon Brando in 1953's 'The Wild One'.
A very fine cotton used in dress shirts, polo shirts, socks and underwear.
The outside edge of fabric that's reinforced to stop it unravelling. The reinforcement is usually visible - with a name and description in the case of wool suitings or with a contrast colour in the case of denim.
See also: Jeans
Even before the fighter pilots of World War II became style heroes, civilian men were wearing shearling (which is leather or sheepskin with the wool attached) for its insulating qualities and its masculine appeal. The material has appeared in many designer collections recently, as part of a revival of classic forms of clothing such as cords and tweed jackets. What separates the new shearling styles from the coats your father may have worn in the 1970s is their cut - they have been thoroughly re-invented and slimmed down for a cool and contemporary look. But rest assured, they retain all of their tactile allure.
Figuring out which style of dress shirt collar best suits your face and neck length is one of the more important decisions a man can make on his way to style nirvana. There are numerous variations, but the basic types are as follows:
Button down: Sometimes called a polo collar because it was originally worn by polo players who wanted to keep their collars from flying into their faces as they galloped down the field. It soon became an American staple after Mr John Brooks of Brooks Brothers saw it at a British polo match and made it his store's signature collar.
Spread: A clean, elegant collar in which the spread between the two collar points and the top button resembles an isosceles triangle. The space on a cutaway collar is wider, and the collar ends may be rounded.
Straight point: An unbuttoned button-down; the points of the collars extend down the front of the shirt.
Penny: A small collar with rounded corners; also known as an Eton collar.
Tab: A straight-point collar that features a button or "tab" that fastens behind the necktie for a clean, vintage look. Worn by Jimmy, the mod protagonist of Quadrophenia.
There are three different types of cuff you may encounter on a dress shirt:
A French cuff is an extra piece of fabric folded back over itself and held together with a cufflink. Also known as a double cuff.
A two-button turnback cuff has an extra piece of fabric folded back to imitate a French cuff, but is held together by two buttons. This is sometimes called a cocktail, capril, Neapolitan or a Bond cuff. It entered the Bond sartorial arsenal (as did so many of Sir Sean Connery's fashion choices) thanks to director Mr Terence Young, who projected many of his stylistic choices, including his fondness for the Turnbull & Asser turnback, on to 007.
A button cuff. The most common variety; a sleeve that closes at the end with one, two or three buttons. May also be referred to as a barrel cuff.
See also: gauntlet button
Formal shoes with laces are split into two sorts, Derbies and Oxfords. Derbies, which are less formal, are distinguished by the fact that the "facing" (where the lace eyelets are located) is open at the bottom, while an Oxford's facing is closed through being sewn under the "vamp", or the top of the shoe. Within these styles there are various details: toecaps, which are stitched over the toe, brogueing, which refers to the decorative holes punched into the leather, and wingtips, which are a bigger toe cap in the shape of a bird's wings in flight and are the defining feature of a full brogue (AKA wingtip). Monks are shoes closed with a strap and buckle, while loafers refer to slip-on shoes that may be tasselled, penny loafers, if there's a band of leather running over the top of the foot with a space for a penny, or driving shoes if they have a textured rubber sole.
Initially producing jeans, Mr Simon Miller founded his namesake label in 2006. Since then the range has expanded to include clothes, which complement the label's Japanese denim jeans, with all production taking place in Los Angeles. This is a casualwear line with a difference.
Silk is woven from a natural fibre which is gathered from the cocoons of the larvae of the Bombyx mori moth. The larva is commonly known as the silkworm. Silk's iridescent property is due to the prism-like structure of the fibre, which refracts light at different angles, producing a shimmering effect. In menswear, silk is most commonly used for ties, scarves and pocket squares.
The Slowear group comprises of four different specialist labels: Incotex for impeccably cut trousers, Zanone for fine knitwear, Glanshirt for stylish shirts and Montedoro for quality jackets. Between them, the Slowear family of brands covers almost all men's casual wardrobe requirements in a classic-yet-modern way. Click here to read more about Slowear
Smythson of Bond Street, established in 1887 and a supplier to the British royal family, is a producer of stationery and leather goods that are the last word in understated sophistication. We particularly like the leather technology cases and pocket-sized notebooks, which make ideal gifts.
The Danish knitwear manufacturer S.N.S. Herning was established in 1931, and is named after the initials of its founder, Mr Soren Nielsen Skyt, and the town in Denmark where the family-owned firm is still based. As a young man, Mr Skyt manufactured and produced knitwear for fishermen, which was characterised by its lightweight, "bubble" construction, still used by the brand today. This technique produces robust, highly insulating sweaters which are both lightweight and unrestrictive, perfect for protecting the wearer from rough seas and withstanding daily wear. In 1931 Mr Skyt trademarked the Fisherman sweater, which is still produced today to the original design specifications, and began mechanised production with machines imported from Germany.
These days, S.N.S. Herning sweaters have found favour among non-seafarers for their superior quality and aesthetics. The original design was born out of function rather than fashion, a fact which goes a long way in explaining why the sweaters look as good today as they did 80 years ago. Read more about S.N.S. Herning
A cornerstone of casual dressing, and a type of footwear embedded in popular culture, sneakers are a true wardrobe staple. Originally designed for athletic use, and named because they enable the wearer to "sneak" about without making the squeaking sounds associated with leather soles on certain surfaces, sneakers have been designed and reinterpreted by designers since conception. Click here to view sneakers timeline
Beyond the sockette - which is basically a shoe liner - there are three lengths: ankle, which covers the shin bone, 1/2 length, which stops half way up the calf and falls down incessantly as a result, and 3/4, which stops above the calf and, crucially, stays there. Read more about socks
Mr Nick Hart launched Spencer Hart on Savile Row in 2002, and has since dressed countless celebrities for prestigious awards ceremonies in his signature modern, pared-down suits. Channelling culture (particularly related to music and style icons) into high-precision, luxurious tailoring, Spencer Hart collections are relevant and edgy while remaining unerringly elegant. Aside from the sharply cut suits, be sure to look out for the crisp shirts and narrow silk ties. Click here to read more about Spencer Hart
Since 1935, Sperry Top-Sider has specialised in high-quality deck shoes, which speak of preppy East Coast style. Indeed, the brand's founder Mr Paul Sperry is credited with inventing the deck shoe, after he cut grooves into the soles of rubber-soled leisure shoes to make them slip-resistant.
This is an Italian word that translates as nonchalance, but is the exact opposite. Popularised by Renaissance-era Venetian diplomat Mr Baldesar Castiglione, the word refers to dressing in a manner that appears casual but stylish. With an air of sprezzatura a man can transform a pocket square from an affectation into a charming accessory. Read more about sprezzatura
Since Stone Island was born in 1981, the brand has established itself as a leader in outerwear, having created more than 40,000 different garments taking inspiration from military uniforms and workwear.
Founded in Palm Beach, Florida, in 1993, Stubbs & Wootton specialises in luxurious slippers and espadrilles that are designed to be worn from day into night, working as well with jeans as they do with a tuxedo. We particularly like the dark velvet pairs with stylish embroidered motifs. Click here to read more about Stubbs & Wootton
Single versus double-breasted refers to the way the jacket closes. (See double-breasted)
One-, two- or three-button: refers to the number of buttons on the front of the jacket. Single-button suits are considered the most appropriate for evening wear and can be quite useful if you are going from the office to a party. Two-button is the most traditional and most conservative. Three-buttoned suits come in and out of fashion depending upon whether the 1960s mod look is in vogue. The three-button suit also hearkens back to a vintage Ivy League style, which reached its peak with the classic Brooks Brothers "sack suit" - a boxy, forgiving workhorse.
Single, double or no vent: refers to whether the suit's jacket has a traditional single slit in the middle or the back, two elegant side vents or no vent (which can look good on very tall professional athletes from the former East German Republic, but should be avoided by everyone else).
Fabrics: Suits can be made from any fabric, but are usually made from wool, silk or cotton. After raw wool is sheared, it is graded by softness - so you might see suits being advertised as featuring anything from 100-grade fabric to the more expensive and softer 150s, all the way to 200. These numbers often have the term "super" put in front of them - as in the way that a greasy spoon calls it "deluxe" when the cook includes fries with your burger. Wool-grade is a bit like thread count with bed linen. The trade-off is the higher the grade, the quicker the fabric may wear out. So it is worth having a few low-grade workhorse suits in a wardrobe for rainy days.
Weight: Plain weaves versus twills. A plain weave is a lighter, summery fabric with one yarn making a grid pattern with another yarn. Hopsack is a plain weave.
Sundek shorts debuted in California in 1958, the triple-stitched, two-ply nylon board shorts designed especially for surfers. The rainbow motif, added in 1972, remains a feature of all Sundek shorts today. Originally championed by professional surfers such as Mr Kelly Slater and Mr Ken Bradshaw, Sundek shorts have since become popular as stylish beachwear for surfers and sunbathers alike.
Sunspel began producing handmade underwear in 1860 and, in 1947, was the first manufacturer to introduce boxer shorts to the UK. Since then the range has expanded to include T-shirts, polo shirts and knitwear, with every item still made by hand. Sunspel collections are simple and understated, and the company has collaborated with brands including Richard James, Kris Van Assche and Paul Smith. Sunspel made the polo shirts worn by Mr Daniel Craig in Casino Royale, and Mr Christian Bale's T-shirts in The Dark Knight.
The sweatshirt was invented the early 20th century for athletes to wear. Russell Athletic of Alabama in the US is often credited with its conception. In 1926 the owner of the firm developed a cotton sweater for his son to wear for football practice, which was lightweight, easy to move in and less itchy than the woollen jerseys the team wore. The new garment took off, and sweatshirts would come to be worn by athletes while they were warming up, and before or after matches and races. Later, they would make the transition into the casual wardrobe. Their smooth surface meant they could be easily printed with team or university emblems, as they still are today.
Loafers were originally developed in Norway and SWIMS, hailing from the same country, specialises in durable rubber and mesh variants. Stylish and practical, they are perfect for holidays and boating, since they are non-slip and fast drying.


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Republicans pull plug on Sanford
National Republicans are pulling the plug on Mark Sanford's suddenly besieged congressional campaign, POLITICO has learned — a potentially fatal blow to the former South Carolina governor's dramatic comeback bid.
Blindsided by news that Sanford's ex-wife has accused him of trespassing and concluding he has no plausible path to victory, the National Republican Congressional Committee has decided not to spend more money on Sanford's behalf ahead of the May 7 special election.
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"Mark Sanford has proven he knows what it takes to win elections. At this time, the NRCC will not be engaged in this special election," said Andrea Bozek, an NRCC spokeswoman.
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Sanford is facing Democrat Elizabeth Colbert Busch, a Clemson University administrator and sister of comedian Stephen Colbert, in a race that has grabbed the national spotlight.
The NRCC's move comes hours after Tuesday night's report by the Associated Press that Sanford's ex-wife, Jenny Sanford, filed a court complaint accusing him of trespassing at her home in early February – which would be a violation of the terms of their divorce agreement.
Republicans said they were caught off guard by news of Jenny Sanford's complaint. They worry other damaging revelations about Mark Sanford's personal life that they aren't aware of could come out in the coming weeks.
The NRCC has spent a nominal amount on the race on polling and other activities. But officials determined that devoting potentially millions more — which was under discussion — isn't worth it.
"This is an unfortunate situation but this is what happens when candidates aren't honest and withhold information," said one GOP operative.
( Also on POLITICO: Ex-wife claims Sanford trespassed)
Sanford's campaign did not respond to a request for comment.
Sanford's political career was derailed four years ago after he admitted having an affair with an Argentine woman, and now he is seeking the House seat he held for three terms in the late 1990s. The district heavily favors Republicans, so a win by Colbert Busch would be a major upset.
The former governor's personal life has taken center stage in the race. Sanford, who spent eight years as governor and six years in Congress and for a time had been seen as a serious potential presidential candidate, has crisscrossed the Charleston-area district apologizing to voters and casting himself as a figure of repentance and redemption.
( Also on POLITICO: Sanford: I entered Jenny's home to watch football)
The NRCC's decision came as national Democrats began pouring money into the race. On Tuesday, House Majority PAC, a Democratic outside group, started running a TV hammering Sanford for spending taxpayer money to fund his trips to Argentina (The former governor later reimbursed the state for the trips). An official with the group said it was spending in the mid six-figures to run the ad.


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THE Scottish Government is under pressure to ditch its independence referendum consultation, after it emerged that submissions could be made anonymously.
Constitutional experts, business leaders and opposition parties have questioned the integrity of the process after government strategy minister Bruce Crawford said "all responses will be accepted", including those from people who keep their identity a secret.
Respondents are asked to leave their contact details, but are free to choose not too, meaning there is nothing to prevent an individual making multiple submissions, a loophole which, it has been claimed, could skew the outcome of the consultation.
The admission has also raised questions over whether the Scottish Government's claims of receiving more than 10,000 responses were accurate.
The coalition government's own consultation process did not allow views to be submitted anonymously.
The issue led critics to warn that SNP ministers had left the process open for their anonymous "cybernat" supporters – who already flood online forums and newspaper sites with often vitriolic comments – to weigh into the consultation.
Constitutional expert Alan Trench last night said branded the anonymity "dangerous", while Labour called for the consultation to be abandoned. There was also criticism from the business group CBI and the Scottish Conservatives.
Last night, the Scottish Government insisted the anonymous consultation process was the same one used for all parliamentary bills.
Mr Trench told The Scotsman: "This is really quite dangerous. We know that there is already a group of cybernats and a smaller number of equally vociferous cyber-unionists who flood newspaper comments.
"The anonymity allows them to make as many submissions as they like, which damages the integrity of the process."
Scottish Labour's deputy leader Anas Sarwar led calls for the consultation to be junked and a new one to be set up with cross-party agreement.
Mr Sarwar who said there was "a real danger that the SNP are letting their cybernats loose on the process".
He said: "Everyone knows that Alex Salmond desperately wants a second question on the ballot and now he has left the door open for his army of cybernats to deliver the response he wants.
"By essentially inviting people to send multiple responses, Alex Salmond has done nothing to dispel the notion that he is trying to rig the referendum."
He went on: "This flawed consultation should be abandoned now. The First Minister should hold all-party talks so we can have a consultation which is free and fair as quickly as possible."
CBI Scotland director Iain McMillan said anonymous responses should be excluded from the final reckoning.
He said: "It does seem that there could be some double counting, because of the Scottish Government allowing anonymous responses. What is important, though, is the quality rather than the quantity of responses."
The UK government last night confirmed that in its consultation, which finished last month, respondents had to give their name or some form of identification such as an e-mail address for verification purposes, although they could subsequently appear as anonymous.
The Scottish Government consultation only has three required areas for completion – whether the respondent is an individual or organisation; if the respondent resides in Scotland, the rest of the UK or rest of the world; and if the respondent wants to be contacted again by the Scottish Government. All other fields including answers to questions, e-mail address and name and address are optional.
The leadership of pro-UK parties in Scotland added their voices for the Scottish Government to think again.
Scottish Tory deputy leader Jackson Carlaw said: "This news gives new meaning to the old cliche 'vote early and vote often'.
"Claims of thousands now participating have been rendered risible."
He went on: "Nothing the SNP now asserts on the basis of a rigged consultation to which SNP members can contribute as many times as they like will command confidence or deserve to be taken seriously."
Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie said: "We have previously warned that Alex Salmond would use his mandate to rig the referendum. This revelation compounds that serious concern. The SNP must either end the consultation and start all over again, or exclude all anonymous submissions."
But Mr Crawford insisted that Labour had made a gaffe in leading the attack.
He said: "This an embarrassing boomerang attack by Labour – the approach governing the Scottish Government's consultation is the same as for any other consultation, both by this administration and by the previous Labour/Lib Dem coalition."
He pointed out that Labour MSP Patricia Ferguson, whose question exposed the acceptance of anonymous respondents, had used the same process for the Tourism Bill when she was a minister in 2006.
He pledged that the Scottish Government would publish a full analysis, including figures for responses submitted anonymously, and would publish the responses themselves wherever respondents agree.
He said that if multiple identical responses – anonymous or otherwise – were received in the consultation, that would also be fully set out in the analysis – as the previous administration did with the Smoking in Public Places consultation in 2004.
He added: "The consultation analysis will be undertaken externally to reinforce the independence of the process.
"It looks as if the same cannot be said of the piecemeal way in which the UK government is highlighting its consultation, which had a vastly smaller response than the Scottish Government's – which has already reached 10,000 responses."


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January 27, 2011
President discusses urban development in Columbus Underground
The Creative Campus includes Columbus State's immediate neighbors, CCAD, the Museum, and State Auto. In red are possible locations for multi-use parking/retail/housing developments.
In Tuesday's edition of Columbus Underground, editor and 2003 Columbus State graduate Walker Evans sat down with President Harrison to discuss the development of the downtown areas surrounding our campus. The "Creative Campus" includes CSCC, the Columbus Museum of Art, CCAD, State Auto and many other members of the Discovery District. Read what the president had to say about his vision for the future of our neighborhood.
Reminder: Christopher's open today!
Stop into Eibling Hall Room 05 today (January 27) between 11 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. to have lunch at Christopher's, the student-run dining experience from our Hospitality Management Department! Today's menu is online here.
Basketball Cougars now ranked 8th nationally
After beating Cincinnati State last week, 99-82, and Edison Community College on Saturday, 83-67, the Columbus State men's basketball team (19-3) has moved up in the national rankings from 12th to 8th and is ranked first in the Ohio Community College Athletic Conference (OCCAC). They next play Saturday at Owens Community College in Toledo. Go Cougars!
Development Foundation Spring/Summer scholarship listing available to students
Hundreds of wonderful partners and donors in our community have invested in Columbus State, including our own employees. Twice a year the Development Foundation puts these dollars to work by opening the scholarship listing to students for application. There are 60 different scholarship funds in the current listing, and each has specific criteria. There are scholarships for all types of students, from a $500 scholarship for Architecture students with a 3.0 GPA, to a $1,000 scholarship for Chef Apprenticeship students with at least 20 credit hours completed. Some are based on financial need, others on specific academic programs and grades.
Please take the time to view the listing and encourage students you know to apply for a scholarship that might fit their needs. The application deadline is Friday, February 18.
Third floor of ERC closing Friday
Due to the ongoing renovation of the Educational Resources Center (ERC), effective Friday, January 28, the 3rd floor of the building will be closed in addition to the 1st floor, which was closed previously in the renovation process. The East and West entrances to the 2nd floor of the building will continue to be open for service. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Career Development Series:
Win with Your Strengths
Everyone has strengths. Recognizing and tapping into them to reach larger goals can lead to increased job satisfaction, performance, productivity and success.
In this course you will:
Understand the concept of Vocational Identity.
Begin to discover your Vocational Identity.
Understand how Vocational Identity fits into your life plan.
Take an online Strengths Finder assessment and determine your top 5 "Signature Strengths."
Please note:Completion of the Strengths Finder online assessment is required prior to course. You will receive login information after registering for this class.
Contact Lori McKenzie for more information.
The course is offered:
Wednesday, February 23
9 a.m.-12:00 p.m.,
MO 111 (Delaware Campus)
Reminder: Women Student Leadership Awards nominations due Thursday, February 10!
March is National Women's History Month, and each year Columbus State recognizes up to eight of our women students as outstanding leaders. If you know a student who is currently enrolled at Columbus State (Winter Quarter 2011), has a minimum GPA of 2.5, and who sets an example to others as a successful college student, nominate them today for this prestigious award! Nominations are due February 10. The nomination form can be found online here.
The 2011 Woman Student Leader Awards will be given on Wednesday, March 2 at the Women's History Month Awards Reception, "Our History is Our Strength," to be held at 12:30 p.m. in the Conference Center Ballroom, WD 435.
Winter Quarter census data shows 4.7% enrollment increase
The preliminary Winter 2011 headcounts and FTE data, as of census date January 17, are now available on the Intranet.
Columbus State's enrollment stood at 29,607 paid students compared to the Winter Quarter 2010 headcount of 28,261. This represents a 4.76% increase from a year ago.
The total Full Time Equivalent (FTE) count for Winter Quarter 2011 is 19,535.30 compared to 18,717.27 FTE from the Winter 2010 census day report. This represents a 4.37% increase.
The Winter Quarter 2011 Quick Glance comparison data sheet, showing Columbus and Delaware Campuses, distance and off-campus totals, in addition to the College totals, is available at: http://intranet.cscc.edu/KRP/Quick%20Glance%20Data%20WI11.pdf.
Former photography student publishes first book
Wes Kroninger
Former Columbus State student Wes Kroninger (2000-2001) has published a book Wes Kroninger's Lighting which is receiving rave reviews from the photography industry.
Kroninger got his start in photography at Columbus State and is now a professional photographer in Long Beach, CA. The book is his first publication.
An interview with Kroninger appeared in the May 2010 issue ofthe Profoto-USA.com blog, an excerpt follows:
Kroninger thinks he knows what shaped his photographic career. "I grew up skateboarding," he recalls. "Skateboarding was always very graphic, and we grew up reading skate magazines and watching videos. I've done soul-searching as far as how I see images unfolding. I think it had a lot to do with those magazines. At the time growing up, I wasn't a visual artist at all. I can't draw, but I think all those years of seeing all the skate photos subconsciously prepared me for what I ended up doing. I thought I wanted to do product work, like studio commercial product photography."
Ending up more attracted to shooting people, Kroninger concentrated on portraits, which is what he's become known for. Originally from Ohio, Kroninger's wife was working on her Master's Degree in wetlands ecology, so the couple moved to Louisiana. Now living in Long Beach, California, he has been working with a variety of magazines, bringing his style to assignments under many different situations.
Kroninger's formal training started at Columbus State in 2000. He studied both color and black and white processing and printing, along with every other photography course offered at the time. With the goal of continuing his training after getting to Louisiana, he and his wife headed south. A quick evaluation of the lack of commercial photography offerings at his wife's new school changed his mind. Kroninger tried everything he could, learned on his own, and went pro.
You can see many more of Kroninger's amazing images on his website: http://www.weskroninger.com/


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12/29/13 AP courses more popular locally
Student enrollment up 23 percent in four years
By Isaac Groves, The Times-News 12/29/13
Reprinted with permission.
There are more students taking Advanced Placement classes in the Alamance-Burlington School System, but they don't all have the same opportunities to take them at every high school.
"It's a significant improvement in some of the schools, so I'm very pleased about that," Alamance-Burlington Board of Education member Patsy Simpson said. "But I'm having significant issues with there being more AP classes at some schools than others."
AP classes can give a great advantage to college-bound students since those classes can raise a grade-point average higher than 4.0, award students college credit and even let them skip some freshmen-level classes when they get to college.
The numbers of AP courses ABSS students are taking rose steadily from 2008-09 to 2011-12, increasing by 23 percent, and bumped up nearly 17 percent between 2011-12 and last year, according to ABSS documents.
Kent Byrd, secondary education program director for ABSS, said it looks like students will take more AP classes in this school year. So overall, the picture is good.
But the differences in AP classes from one high school to another reflect the differences in end-of-grade tests and other academic measures.
For example, Williams High School offers the most AP classes in the district — 16 — while Cummings High School offers five classes in school and two more online.
"We have some schools that are in a building phase," Byrd told the school board at its December meeting. "These principals are keenly aware of this challenge."
Simpson also asked ABSS staff to look into whether students do better with AP classes in the classroom than online.
More than three times the number of students at Williams took AP classes than at Cummings last year. And 5.5 percent of Cummings students completed their AP classes last year, while nearly 37 percent of Williams students did.
Western High School last year had the best completion rate in ABSS: 52 percent.
Schools, of course, can offer classes only when enough students sign up for them, Simpson said, so there can be a limit on how many classes a school can offer.
Students can take classes at other high schools, Byrd said, when the principals at the two schools make arrangements. But students cannot transfer from one school to another to take higher-level classes.
Simpson said she thinks students should have better access, whether through transfers or transportation. "If we can do it for career training, we should be able to do it for AP classes," Simpson said.
Students leave their high schools during the day to take classes at the Career and Technical Education Center. It offers one AP class in computer science.
Another challenge Byrd talked about was getting more students to take the AP tests that bring the college credits.
While more students are taking AP tests, going from 889 in 2010-11 to 1,017 last year, the percentage of students taking the tests actually dropped a little, from more than 60 percent down to nearly 55 percent, over the same years.
While more students are taking the classes, not all of them are necessarily prepared for the harder work and harder tests, Byrd said.
Preparation for this kind of coursework really starts in middle school, Byrd said, so part of the fix is having middle and high school teachers work together to make sure students are prepared. Although, Byrd said, there are challenges to that as well.
Parents, Byrd said, also should encourage their children to read more starting as early as middle school, go to science camps and participate in science, technology, engineering and math programs in schools.
The $89 cost of taking an AP test should not be a barrier, said Steve Achey, director of accountability services at ABSS, since assistance is available for low-income students.
The College Board, which oversees AP classes and tests, will knock $26 off the price for qualifying students, according to its website, and the state receives grants for students to take tests in some subjects, according to the N.C. Department of Public Instruction website.
There were reduced fees last year for 30 percent of all the tests students took, Achey said.


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Two brothers, Elmo S. Miller and Arthur S. Miller, had a dream in 1935 to purchase one of the most beautiful pieces of farmland Rome Georgia had to offer, and so they did. Their goal was to transform this land, blessed with an abundance of springs into a wonderfully plush, ahead of it's time, picture perfect Scottish designed golf course and golfing community.
With many hours of careful planning and even more hours of hard work by 1939 their dream became a reality. Callier Springs Country Club was given life. A weeping willow tree from the grave of Napoleon Bonaparte donated to Calliers was the center focal point of the island in the 7 acre lake, although the willow is no longer there it's offspring's are located around the golf course and the lake still today. Not only does this stocked lake supply endless hours of fishing enjoyment for the club members, it also provides the golf course with some very challenging water hazards.
The club house, one of the largest in Rome at that time was also completed in 1939, providing then as it does today a place for a variety of many social events. Experiencing tremendous growth in 1946, shortly after the war the club underwent its first major expansion. The club house received a second story level, featuring many modern improvements. In addition many improvements were made to the course itself.
With these improvements Caller Springs Country Club became one of the show places of Northwest Georgia not only for the entertainment and enjoyment offered by the club facilities but also for the challenging tournaments, including pro-am tournaments.
The course was attracting major golfers from all across America with various skills. Many professional golfers have played the course and always enjoyed the southern hospitality it offered. Hollywood celebrities such as Andy Williams and Dean Martin visited the club for the same reasons.
Callier Springs Country Club presently hosts six major tournaments per year, one of which is a two club charity tournament and another held in June of each year for the district junior tournament. Each Thursday the club offers an afternoon Dogfight Tournament. Mixed scramble tournaments along with others are always a treat for members and their guest.
Arthur S. Miller purchased total interest in Callier Springs Country Club in 1965, thus forming Callier Springs Country Club, Inc. In the early 1990's the club house underwent yet another major renovation. In 1993, the exclusive men's lounge was relocated to the second floor. In doing so it provided a more social atmosphere not only for the male members but also the female members. Social hours and activities saw a tremendous increase. The pro shop in addition was opened adding yet again a tremendous income for the club and offered many conveniences for the members. Arthur R. (Rick) Miller, son of Arthur S. Miller purchased adjoining acreage in the early 1990's thus allowing the club the golden opportunity of expansion of not only the golf facilities, but also any other projects in the future to enhance the development of this beautiful setting.
In 2005, the sons of Arthur R. (Rick) Miller, Grant R. Miller and Brian P. Miller, acquired shares of the company and now are managing partners. Three generations of the Miller family have managed and owned Callier Springs in the 75+ years of delighting members and guests.


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June 11, 2002
"Santa Clara is a fortunate school to get a person with the integrity, quality and basketball knowledge of Michelle Bento. Michelle will bring lots of excitement and enthusiasm to the Santa Clara program. In my opinion, she is one of the most knowledgable and
up-and-coming coaches in the country. I'm very happy for Michelle and Santa Clara, but I'm also very sad for me and Syracuse University. I will always cherish her time at SU, and I
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--Marianna Freeman, Syracuse Head Coach
"I think it's great to know who our coach is going to be next year. We kind of knew right after our player interview with her that she'd be a great fit for Santa Clara. She has great ties to the community and I think can do a lot for our program. All of us are really excited."
--Julie Butler, Senior forward
"We're excited and we really have confidence that she can take us to another level. We got the imrpession that she has confidence in us too. She's willing to put in the effort to get us to go further than we got last year (NCAA 1st round). I think she's going to be willing to work with the five of us (seniors). Her philosophy fits in with the way we play. We'll be fine."
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A visit to South Walton is like a mini-vacation. This was especially true of a recent visit to Caf� Thirty-A.
A visit to South Walton is like a mini-vacation. This was especially true of a recent visit to Caf� Thirty-A.
The food
Before visiting the restaurant, I took a few minutes to check out the online menu.
When I mentioned this to our waiter, Michael, he told us that the menu does change daily depending on freshness and availability.
The addition the evening of our visit was saut�ed razor clam claws.
Starters or small plates, depending on your appetite, include appetizers, soup and salads.
We chose to begin our meal with the flash fired lobster tail, which is served with spicy Asian salad and sesame sweet chili sauce.
The lobster was sweet and perfectly fried with just a light batter.
Other appetizers/small plates include mussels, lump crab cake, tuna, beef, quail and rabbit.
The soup offered the evening of our visit was spicy roasted red pepper bisque with saut�ed crab.
Six salads were available including spinach with fried oysters, iceberg wedge, arugula, capresse, beet and classic Caesar.
Caf� Thirty-A�s entrees are heavy on the seafood, but they also have steak, pork chop and chicken items.
My guest chose the oven-roasted snapper with shrimp and andouille risotto with beurre blanc sauce.
The fish was perfectly cooked, and the risotto was delicious.
My choice was the wood oven-roasted grouper with white beans, Napa cabbage, heirloom tomatoes and red onions served in a Parmesan oregano broth.
The grouper was also perfectly cooked, and the addition of white beans provided an extra dimension to the dish that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Caf� 30A offers several wood oven-fired pizza choices including margherita, chicken, Italian and Hawaiian.
Serving portions at Caf� 30A are generous, but if you want �an added attraction,� they offered shrimp, lobster tail, lump crabmeat, grits, truffled mac �n� cheese with crawfish and seasonal vegetables as side items.
The children�s menu, 10 and under, include pizza, pasta, fried chicken fingers, grilled grouper filet and grilled steak.
Two of the most popular desserts at Caf� 30A are the banana beignets and the warm rum raisin/apple bread pudding.
We had one of each.
The beignets were served with macadamia nut ice cream and caramel sauce � delicious.
The bread pudding was served with cinnamon ice cream and Kentucky bourbon sauce.
My guest said it was one of the best bread puddings he had ever eaten, and I agreed when I took a little bite.
Other desserts include ice cream and sorbet samplers, chocolate molten cake and Key lime cheesecake.
Make sure you save room for coffee and dessert.
The atmosphere
Caf� 30A is a multi-level building decorated in an open, airy Florida manner that is comfortable and friendly.
The service
The restaurant can get busy in the summer especially during two- for-one hour from 5 to 6 p.m., but the staff handles it well.
Our server was friendly, knowledgeable and never made us feel like we rushed.
A final taste
A lovely afternoon of blue sky, white sand and sparkling water topped off by a wonderful meal � what more could you ask of a mini-vacation?
Caf� Thirty-A
3899 East Scenic Highway 30A
Seagrove Beach
5 - 10 p.m. daily
Handicap accessibility
Children's menu
Price range
Appetizers $8 - $18
Entrees $14 - $38
Desserts $5 - $9
Kid�s Menu $12 - $16.95
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Well-groomed furniture, fashion-forward colors, and dashing dark wood deliver masculine style that's nothing short of heart-throbbing.
San Francisco Decorator Showcase House
San Francisco, California
Borrow interior designer Matt Murphy's master bedroom as inspiration for a man's suit, and you'll create a well-constructed garment that merits a spot anywhere from a fashion runway to a boardroom where business deals are struck. His fashionable assemblage of midcentury modern furnishings atop a black-and-white rug patterned with concentric rectangles, plus shots of bold color, show that a self-assured man spends his nights here.
"I have a consistent personal style that rides the fence between traditional and modern," Murphy explains. "I like rooms with classic lines and contemporary forms, but with a level of formality."
Murphy designed the bold, slick rug to fit the long space. Its graphic and architectural motif complements the sharp lines of the modern furniture.
Design: Matt Murphy, Matt Murphy Studio, 550 Jackson St., San Francisco, CA 94133; 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Photography: Philip Harvey
Produced by Heather Lobdell
The long-and-narrow proportions of the bedroom suite provided a space that was easily divided into two areas: a sleeping area defined by a four-poster and a sitting area, shown here, anchored by a pair of wheat-colored chaise longues.
A fan of Tommi Parzinger-the well-known designer of furniture, lighting, and porcelain in the 1930s-Murphy punctuated the bedroom with Parzinger pieces, including the low-slung bed as well as the vanity and chair shown above.
Wall covering (fine hemp): Kneedler-Fauchère, 310/855-1313.
Door and trim paint ("Bleeker Beige" #HC-80): Benjamin Moore & Co., 888/236-6667, benjaminmoore.com.
Paint on panel moulding (1st coat, "Warm Silver" #ME221; 2nd coat (thin), "Platinum" #ME591; 3rd coat, "Flash Gold" #ME164): Modern Masters, 800/942-3166, modernmasters.com.
Area rug (designed by Matt Murphy): fabricated by Aubry Angelo Ltd., 612/288-0898, aubryangelo.com.
Bed (vintage Tommi Parzinger); nightstands (custom); bedside lamps (custom); dresser (vintage Jens Risom); mirror over bed; art to right of bed (by John Grillo); lamp on dresser (vintage, by Piero Fornasetti); painting over dresser (by Clara Mairs, c. 1920s): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Bed coverlet ("Arlington Weave"/Bisque #2008150.16): Lee Jofa, 800/453-3563, leejofa.com.
Bed blanket: Sandra Jordan Collection, 707/836-9240, sandrajordan.com. Green chair (custom): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com. Chair fabric ("Moire"/Chartreuse #8707-231): Mokum, 866/523-4437, mokumtextiles.com.
Gray chair (vintage, by Edward Wormley for Dunbar): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Gray chair fabric ("Jipijapa"/Black, White #JIPI03): Malabar, 203/791-1355, malabar.co.uk.
Tea tray (vintage, Italian by Aldo Tura); china on tea tray (vintage); drapery ("Ogee"/Black): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Seating area and vanity area:
Chaises (custom): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Chaise fabric ("Sophia Silk"/Sand #ED85099.116): Lee Jofa, 800/453-3563, leejofa.com.
Red patterned pillow on sofa ("Ophelia Linen"/Red #F3614-03): Cowtan & Tout, 212/647-6900, cowtan.com.
Black diamond-patterned pillow on sofa ("Rick Rack Diamond"/Tuxedo #3487000): Schumacher, 800/523-1200, fschumacher.com.
Coffee table (vintage Tommi Parzinger); round vase with red flowers on coffee table (French Art Deco): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Bookcase (vintage Tommi Parzinger); abstract art in bookcase (by G.L.K. Morris, c. 1958); green chair (custom): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Green chair fabric ("Moire"/Chartreuse #8707-231): Mokum, 866/523-4437, mokumtextiles.com.
Floor lamp beside bookcase (vintage Tommi Parzinger); woman's portrait by bookcase (by Clement Haupers, c. 1930s): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Drop-front Biedermeier secretary (antique); art over secretary (by Paul Wonner, c. 1953); iron floor lamp (vintage Tommi Parzinger): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Wooden sculpture to left of secretary (by Bruno Groth, c. 1958); ladderback chair by bookcase (vintage Italian): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Chair-seat fabric ("Athene"/Limone #50-23): Cortina Leathers, 800/338-6229, cortinaleathers.com.
Art over ladderback chair (by Emerson Woelffer, c. 1961): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Vanity and chair (vintage Tommi Parzinger); vanity mirror (custom): Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Lamps on vanity (vintage Tommi Parzinger); drawings over vanity (1930s lithographs, by Salvatore Pinto); wooden sculpture on vanity (by Chaim Gross, c. 1950s); accessories on vanity: Matt Murphy Studio, 415/277-7224, mattmurphystudio.com.
Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse
New York, New York
To paint or not to paint-that's always the question when extraordinary wood paneling and moldings shape the perimeters of a room. When designer Noel Jeffrey was asked to create this showhouse living room, he chose to utilize the gorgeous woodwork, tempering its appeal with decorative elements that pull in the light.
"In the '80s, it was stylish to add dark colors to dark wood," says Jeffrey. "But now, clients are open to painting wood to lighten a space, or contrasting it with light-colored fabrics and furniture."
Design: Noel Jeffrey, The Jeffrey Design Group, 215 E. 58th St., New York, NY 10022; 212/935-7775, noeljeffrey.com.
Photography: Tria Giovan
Produced by Bonnie Maharam
An ethereal palette of cream and beige highlights the room's architectural details. At the windows, billowing silk drapery panels edged with amber-colored beads are gathered like a ballgown.
The primary seating arrangement in this living room consists of a silk damask sofa, a Louis XVI chair with gilded frame and chenille upholstery, and matching Art Deco-style armchairs in solid ivory silk arranged around a modern marble-and-iron coffee table from the 1950s.
"In a large room, multiple seating groups are essential," says Jeffrey, "but one must dominate. When all are the same scale, the room can look like a hotel lobby. Use a large seating area with other, intimate groupings."
Sofa ("Monte Carlo Sofa"): Jonas Furniture, 212/691-2777, jonasworkroom.com.
Sofa fabric; lumbar pillow on sofa ("Puget," discontinued); drapery: Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Mirror over sofa (antique, giltwood Empire mirror): Bernd Goeckler Antiques, 212/777-8209, bgoecklerantiques.com.
Drapery hardware: Wainland's Inc., 212/243-7717.
Coffee table (product line varies): Primavera Gallery, 212/924-6600, primaveragallery.com.
Table to right of sofa: antique.
Table lamp ("Rock Crystal Lamp" #03-02 C.C.1, by Erika Brunson Couture Living): through John Rosselli & Assoc., 212/593-2060. johnrosselliassociates.com.
Table to left of sofa ("Square Gaming Table," by Dominique c.1930): L'Art de Vivre, 212/734-3510.
Table lamp (carved and gilded standing lamp c.1940): Bernd Goeckler Antiques, 212/777-8209, bgoecklerantiques.com.
Lampshades: Oriental Lampshade Co., 212/832-8190.
Screen (mahogany and glass, William IV c. 1835): Kentshire Galleries Ltd., 212/673-6644.
Chandelier ("Consulate" c.1804): Marvin Alexander Inc., 212/838-2320, marvinalexanderinc.com.
Swing-arm sconces: designer's collection.
Bergère (Louis XVI Giltwood bergère): Florian Papp Inc., 212/288-6770.
Bergère fabric: Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Pair of chairs by sofa (French, c. 1940): Bernd Goeckler Antiques, 212/777-8209, bgoecklerantiques.com.
Chair fabric ("Tulsi"/Ivory, discontinued): Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Area rug: Stark Carpet Corp., 212/752-9000, starkcarpet.com.
Ottoman (designed by Noel Jeffery): fabricated by Jonas Furniture, 212/691-2777, jonasworkroom.com.
Ottoman fabric: Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Fireplace area:
Mantel: original to house.
Swing-arm sconces: designer's collection.
Art over mantel (Untitled, c. 1932 by Burgoyne Diller): Michael Rosenfeld Gallery, 212/247-0082, michaelrosenfeldart.com.
Fireplace accessories: William H. Jackson Co., 212/753-9400, wmhj.com.
Slipper chair: Jonas Furniture, 212/691-2777, jonasworkroom.com.
Slipper-chair fabric: Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Chair and ottoman; pillow on chair: Jonas Furniture, 212/691-2777, jonasworkroom.com.
Chair and ottoman fabric (Inka"/Camel, discontinued): Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Table to left of chair and ottoman: The Han Horse, 212/988-4558.
Vase on table; table to right of chair and ottoman H.M. Luther Antiques, 212/505-1485.
Table lamp (brass and glass French table lamp): Noel Jeffrey Collection, 212/935-7775.
Corner with secretary:
Secretary (Directoire, walnut): James Grafstein, 212/754-1290.
Desk lamp (giltwood): Bernd Goeckler Antiques, 212/777-8209. bgoecklerantiques.com.
Desk chair (Louis XVI painted desk chair): James Grafstein, 212/754-1290.
Table covering ("Zebulon"/Champagne, discontinued): Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
X-stools (Swedish, Neoclassical): H.M. Luther Antiques, 212/439-7919, hmluther.com.
Stool fabric ("Luchon"/Sand, discontinued): Old World Weavers, 212/355-7186, starkcarpet.com.
Lake Forest Showhouse
Lake Forest, Illinois
Libraries are well known for the serious and cerebral atmosphere they create. They are, after all, places where intellect and imagination can be nurtured.
Designer Frank Ponterio wanted this library to look refined and debonair but with a comfortable and laid-back attitude that embraces new technology as well as the timeless magic of print.
"This library exudes a soft masculinity without being stuffy with heavy accessories and staid colors," says Ponterio. "Modern libraries are not always quiet, with electronic devices now adding to the information retrieval process. I showed that if you aren't hung up on design rules, you will be able to create a space that is multifunctional and comfortable, too."
Before furniture was placed, Ponterio bathed the walls of the large room in a creamy ivory color that radiates a pervasive glow. A gray-and-white marble fireplace surround creates a robust presence in the room, serving as an anchor that keeps the luminous space from feeling too expansive. Matching sofas-perfect for curling up with a laptop-are covered in a textural, cream-colored fabric. They are topped by pillows in an edgy combination of deep rust and flannel gray.
Design: Frank Ponterio, Frank Ponterio Interior Design, 1450 W. Old Elm Rd., Lake Forest, IL 60045; 847/234-5704, frankponterio.com.
Photography: Werner Straube
Produced by Hilary Rose and Mara Boo
Bookshelves in warm and rich wood tones highlight the reading area, where comfortable contemporary armchairs are arranged.
Sofas (custom, "Spencer"); sconces (custom, "Salon"): Frank Ponterio Furniture Collection, 847/234-5704, frankponterio.com.
Sofa fabric ("Rani"/Sand #U06520): Coraggio Textiles, 800/624-2420, coraggio.com.
Pillow fabric ("Angora Mohair"/Bittersweet #31872-7): Clarence House, 212/752-2890, clarencehouse.com.
Pillow fabric ("Baroque"/Earth #BAQ6, by De Le Cuona): Summer Hill Ltd., 312/467-6860, summerhill.com.
Pillow fabric: antique.
Trim for pillows: Samuel & Sons, 212/704-8000, samuelandsons.com.
Coffee table ("Sparta," by Girard #93024); side table ("Canterbury," by Kerry Joyce #KJ4000); mirror ("Graham Giltwood Mirror" #607); leather loveseat ("Baines" #907): Dessin Fournir, 785/434-2777, dessinfournir.com.
Pillow on loveseat ("Marietta"); pillow trim: Ebanista, 800/570-1087, ebanista.com.
Bench ("Nesbit"): Roman Thomas, 212/473-6774, romanthomas.com.
Bench fabric ("Sevilla"/Espana #6005/03, by Hunt Leather): Holly Hunt, 312/661-1900, hollyhunt.com.
Drapery ("Duchess Paisley Classic" #DU2, by De Le Cuona): Summer Hill Ltd., 312/467-6860, summerhill.com.
Art over mantel (Blackbird, by Adam Thomas): Adam Thomas, 602/549-0405, adam-thomas.com. Through Daniel Kinkade Art Consultation, 312/519-9252, danielkinkade.com.
Art flanking mantel: Richard Norton Inc., 312/644-9359.
Stone and fireplace restoration: Tithof Tile & Marble, 847/831-3444, tithoftile.com.
Andirons: Country House Antiques, 847/234-0244.
Rug (Egyptian Oushak): Matt Cameron Rugs, 312/836-0500.
Wall and trim paint: custom strié, mixed on site.
Ceiling paint: custom.
Table in corner (antique): designer's collection.
View to bookcase:
Club chairs ("Cee Chair," by Kerry Joyce #KJ2001): Dessin Fournir, 785/434-2777, dessinfournir.com.
Club-chair fabric ("Royal Silk Mohair Velvet"/Llama #U13011): Coraggio Textiles, 800/624-2420, coraggio.com.
Leather ("Sevilla"/Espana #6005/03, by Hunt Leather): Holly Hunt, 312/661-1900, hollyhunt.com.
Table between chairs (antique): designer's collection.
Floor lamp ("University Articulated Floor Lamp"/Brass, by Gallerie Des Lampes): Summer Hill Ltd., 312/467-6860, summerhill.com.
Books: Kurt Gippert Bookseller, 773/583-7613, kurtgippert.com.
Rug (Egyptian Oushak): Matt Cameron Rugs, 312/836-0500.
Bookcases: original to house.


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Learn to cook with webbes...
Relaxed cookery classes, using sustainable fish, foraged or local ingredients and seasonal game in Rye, East Sussex, led by chef and restaurateur Paul Webbe.
In 2009 Paul Webbe launched his own Cookery School, Webbe's Cookery School..
From fish cooking or specialist courses for private home cooks, or corporate team building activity days in our main venue, a purpose built teaching kitchen within Webbes at the Fish Cafe Rye.
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ugging the bank of the huge, swiftly moving Mississippi River and lying barely above sea level is the Vieux Carré [view-ka-ray], or French Quarter, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Buildings crowd each other and the narrow streets. Cast-iron and wrought-iron balconies overhang the sidewalks, providing shelter from hot summer sun or sudden downpours. Cool, inviting courtyards can be glimpsed down narrow alleys or carriageways, and the smells of shrimp remoulades and seafood gumbos waft from hidden kitchens. Cathedral bells, jazz trumpets, and ship horns serenade residents and visitors. The Quarter is the heart and soul of modern New Orleans and serves as a continuous reminder of the city's Creole, colonial past.
About This Lesson
Getting Started: Inquiry Question
Setting the Stage: Historical Context
Locating the Site: Maps
Determining the Facts: Readings
Visual Evidence: Images
Putting It All Together: Activities
How the National Register
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve
This lesson is based on Vieux Carré Historic District, one of the thousands of properties and districts listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This property has been designated a National Historic Landmark.


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Recent medical studies have shown that a regular practice of yoga and meditation is effective at lowering levels of anxiety. Excessive anxiety can be alleviated through a slow, gentle yoga practice focusing on postures that calm the heart and the mind, balance the emotions, and release body tension.
Yoga Postures
Use our basic calming sequence or our beginning calming sequence as a general practice, and adding or emphasizing from our complete list of postures for Anxiety.
The practice of Dirga and Nadi Sodhana Pranayamas will be the most strongly calming to the body. If there is excess heat in the body, with symptoms of agitation, restlessness, impatience, craving, compulsions and poor sleep, then Sit Cari and Shitali pranayamas will be helpful as well.
Meditation reduces stress, calms the mind and helps reduce thoughts of fear and worry. Use one of the following by itself and/or at the beginning and end of your yoga practice: Yoga Meditation, Heart Chakra Meditation, Mantra Meditation.
Yoga Therapy for Anxiety
The Anti-Drug for Anxiety
Worry Thwarts
Phobias: Yoga in the Treatment of Extreme Anxiety
Books and Videos
Yoga: the Path to Holistic Health
Yoga Therapy
Yoga for Wellness
Yoga RX
Web Resources
Anxiety and Panic Healing Center
NIMH Anxiety Disorders PDF booklet
Yoga is not a substitute for conventional western medication; please consult your medical professional before starting a yoga practice.
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The president of San Francisco's transit workers union says a light-rail operator blacked out just before his San Francisco Municipal Railway train crashed into a parked train Saturday, injuring 47 passengers.
Union president Irwin Lum told The Associated Press on Monday that a "medical condition" was to blame for the driver's loss of consciousness.
Federal investigators reported Sunday that the driver, who has not been named, had turned off the train's automatic controls moments before the collision.
Lum said that drivers under pressure to keep their trains running on time turn off the controls before entering the West Portal station to speed loading and unloading.
The automatic controls are set to stop trains approaching the West Portal in the tunnel until the train ahead leaves the platform, Lum said. But for years, he said, drivers pressured to improve on-time performance would manually move their trains out of the tunnel and directly behind the stopped train ahead.
"Basically it was understood that it was OK based on the fact that passengers were complaining about long waits getting to the platform," Lum said.
The operator was pinned inside his damaged compartment after his westbound train struck the end of the other train at the platform.
"He was in the front of the train, and part of it was pushed into him," said San Francisco Fire Lt. Ken Smith.
The operator wasn't following normal procedures, a National Transportation Safety Board investigator said Sunday.
The driver had put the train into manual mode before the 2:50 p.m. crash at the West Portal Station. If the train had been on automatic mode when it pulled into the station the crash wouldn't have happened, said Ted Turpin, the lead investigator for the NTSB, which is spearheading the investigation.
The driver never engaged the emergency brake and an investigation has so far turned up no mechanical problems on the train, Turpin said.
The L-Taraval train was traveling at 20 to 23 mph when the crash happened on the outbound platform of the station.
Investigators said it appears the operator of the L-Taraval train switched from auto to manual while he was still inside the tunnel, and 24 seconds later he struck the K-Ingleside line, Turpin said at a Sunday news conference.
It is not Muni procedure to switch to manual at that point. The drivers are supposed to wait until they are in the station, he said.
Elena Wong was on the stopped train and says passengers went flying on impact.
"It felt like a movie. Glass shattered everywhere. There were emergency noises going off. Two people were lying on the ground crying. There was blood a on girl. When she turned around she was completely covered in blood," Wong said.
Wong was on of the passengers who was treated and released Saturday night.
"I was sitting. I went flying forward and hit a metal bar and then went flying back --- absolute shock," Wong said as she left the hospital.
A woman who said she saw the crash told NBC Bay Area reporter Monte Francis that she noticed the L train operator who hit the stopped train had his head down at the time. She said he could have been passed out, or asleep or not paying attention. She said that part was not clear, but said he was not looking straight ahead as he "barreled into the stopped train."
Another woman told Francis she saw the driver making gestures as if to say he could not stop the train.
The NTSB also said Sunday that the L-Taraval train has been inspected and no brake or other mechanical problems were found. Investigators are also looking at the signal system to make sure everything was working that controlled the train. In addition they are reviewing video footage from cameras that were in the station and on the train.
Turpin said they are also looking into cell phone records to see if the operator was talking on his phone or texting when the crash happened.
"We always gather cell phone information," he said.
The driver, who was drug tested after the crash, started as a bus driver with Muni in 1979. He has been a light rail operator since 2007.
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is providing information to the NTSB for its investigation. Other agencies investigating the crash are the California Public Utilities Commission and the Federal Transit Authority.
SFMTA Director Nathaniel Ford said Muni officials are concerned about the people who were injured. Once the investigation is complete Muni will make any necessary changes to ensure this doesn't happen again, he said.
"We do not take these situations lightly," Ford said. "We are in the midst of a very in-depth investigation."
The on-scene phase of the investigation generally lasts between three to five days, NTSB spokesman Peter Knudson said. The full investigation could take up to a year.
Light rail vehicles resumed service at the West Portal Station about five hours after the crash.
Several people, including the operator of the L-Taraval train, suffered serious injuries. At least 40 others were transported to hospitals with minor-to-moderate injuries, Muni spokesman Judson True said. No deaths were reported.
The four people most seriously injured in the crash remained in stable condition at San Francisco General Hospital, said Judson True, spokesman for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency.
Scott Aguiar, a cafe manager, said the crash was the hot topic in the quiet little shopping district.
"People are talking about how Muni is probably going to raise the fares again because of the upcoming lawsuits from the crash," he said.
The Muni crash is the latest in a series of mass transit accidents nationwide in recent months.
NBC Bay Area reported the crashes are leading to new concerns among federal officials over the safety of what are considered an aging transit systems.
- Last month, a Metro train slammed into the back of another train near Washington, D.C. killing nine people. Investigators are looking into the possibility of faulty sensors on the tracks.
- In May, nearly 50 people were hurt when one trolley car in Boston crashed into another. An investigation revealed the train's conductor was text messaging at the time of the crash.
- Last year, 20 people were killed near Los Angeles when a commuter train slammed into a freight train. An investigation revealed the train's conductor was also text messaging at the time of the crash. There are also questions about whether the signals on the track, were working properly.
Bay City News Contributed to this report.


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Martin Plenzler was my my mother's paternal uncle–he was a brother to her father, John Plenzler. Martin was born October 30, 1880 in Poznan. He, his brother Joseph (Jr), and mother Eva arrived on the ship, Moravia, in the port of New York on May 6, 1884. She departed from Hamburg with her two eldest sons: Marczin (Martin) and Josef (Joseph). Martin was 3 at the time of arrival, his younger brother was just 6 months. (Lines 11, 12, and 13 in the manifest.)
Here is a screen snap of this branch of the family tree.
By the 1900 census, the family settled at 1544 Avondale and Martin is indicated as living with his parents and working as a day laborer.
On October 16, 1905, Martin married Michaelina (Minnie) Machowiak in St. Anthony's church.
Below is a transcription of the marriage record:
Record 7, left page.
Oct. 16, 1905
Plencner, Martin
Machowiak, Michalina
A.J. Suplicki
Note that the last name is misspelled for Martin. Plencner is a common misspelling for Plenzler.
Also note that Record #8 lists Martin's younger brother, Joseph Plenzler, marrying Stanislawa Machowiak. I have not researched this yet. It is possible that Stanislawa died early and widowed Joseph.
By the 1910 census, Martin and Minnie had moved to 1465 Avondale and had two children: Alphonse and Clemence. By 1920, the family added three more children: Edna, Florence, and Daniel.
Martin and his brother, Casper, were musicians and played in a popular band in the Toledo region. This band, Woodsmen of the World, was captured in a 1920s-era photo in Toledo's Polonia written by Rev. Richard Philiposki of the Toledo Polish Genealogical Society through Arcadia Publishing, 2009. Excepts of the book can be viewed online, and the photo is located on page 66.
Martin passed away at the age of 66 on April 6, 1947. His obituary published in the Toledo Blade on April 8, 1947 can be viewed through Google News Archives. Below is a transcription of the obituary:
Martin Plenzler
Born In Poland; Toledoan 64 Years
Services for Martin K. Plenzler, 66, of 1465 Avondale Ave., who died Sunday in St. Vincent's Hospital, will be Thursday at 8:30 a.m. in the Sujkowski & Son Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. in St. Anthony's Church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Born in Posen, Poland, he had lived in Toledo 64 years. For 25 years, Mr. Plenzler had been a metal polisher at the DeVilbiss Co. He was affiliated with Woodmen of the World, Pulaski Camp 176, Polish National Alliance, and the Fourteenth Ward Oldtimers Baseball Association.
Surviving are his wife, Michaeline (Minnie); sons, Alphonse, Clement and Daniel; daughter, Mrs. Edna Sieja; brothers, Joseph, Casper, Robert, Frank, and Leo; sisters, Mary Plenzler and Mrs. Sophia Szymanowski, and 10 grandchildren.
Martin was buried in Calvary Cemetery on April 10, 1947. Below is a transcription of the burial record:
No. 47043
Name: Martin K. Plenzler
Residence: Toledo
Age: 66
Cause of death: Coronary Thrombosis
Date of interment: April 10, 1947
Grave: S 1/2
Range or lot: 48
Section: 38
Undertaker: Sujkowski & Son


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The title of this article is what I would like to see when I go to the Alexa website on my mobile phone. Unfortunately for people like me, we won't be seeing it anytime soon because, from what we have been told, there is no such thing, nor is there anything in the works. I have yet to hear back from an Alexa Representative on the matter.
For those of you who don't know what Alexa is, it is a toolbar that you install to get website rankings. Like compete.com and other websites this is really more of a Cleo the Psychic Hotline way of getting a web rank because the only true measure of traffic comes from the web server logs where you can count the connections that hit the site. (You can download it at www.alexa.com/toolbar )
Alexa, and Compete.com will tell you that their numbers are based on a "Mathmatical algorithm" blah blah hocus pocus but in reality they are aweful. A good example of this is our site. Alexa ranks us at 287,389. An intern of ours runs a website on our servers called www.whethermen.com and they are ranked 294,000. The problem with this is really simple, Reviewboard's website gets 50-75,000 page views by 5000-7000 unique visitors a day. The Whethermen's Union website on the other hand gets 300 page views from 150 unique visitors a day. We know this because we have access to the web logs of both websites.
Compete.com says Reviewboard Magazine gets 3500 – 5000 unique visitors a month. They are just as aweful considering we do more than that in a day!
So why do people use them? Well because it is fun to see traffic data. I am a geek I like to look at stats, and graphs, and rankings. I like to compete with other websites… but it can be frustrating because there is no real way to do it properly.
Anyway the reason I wrote this article was I was hoping for a way to install the Alexa toolbar in my mobile device browser but I have not been able to. Even though I know they aren't accurate I love to see the ranks move up down over the weeks.
Do you have any Alexa Toolbar or Compete.com stories?