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Wyboo golf is a 5 star wow for All is Arizona style golf. Greens where so nice , Fairways with its colorful green and yellow rough made me feel in Arizona.Its worth to drove 15 min from highway 95
cause i find it so peaceful . Go play Wyboo Amigo Golfers
My wife and I had a reservation thru Golfnow in Florida. Unfortunately she became ill. I called more than 24 hours in advance of our t-time to cancel. They refused to give me a cancelation refund. I suppose even if you died they would refuse a refund. They are at the top of my list for extremely poor customer service and corporate greed.
I made a reservation on Redhawk golf course in Temecula, CA own website, not on GolfNow website, for 3 senior players, however, at check out I was charged GolfNow transaction fee automatically even if I didn't make a reservation on GolfNow website. A day before I called a golf course proshop, cancelled a reservation because it is expected rain on that day. I asked a person in the proshop about GolfNow transaction fee charged automatically when a reservation was made, said I need to call GolfNow. Then I called GolfNow customer service explained the situation to get a refund, all I was told to call back tomorrow to find out a golf course is closed, then refund may issued. As you know, most of golf courses never closed unless weather condition is really severe. I immediately cancel GolfNow account. I will never use GolfNow and play at Redhawk golf course again. It is just RIP-OFF!!!
Book 4 rounds of golf at the Pines in Tucson Arizona for $49 per player when I got to the course I found out the price was $37 around if I had booked it at the course. Golfnow.com rip me off for $12 plus $10 booking fees. I will never use booking.com again.
Was told my expired coupon was good for face value at the course, when I showed up it was not honored. I called 3 times to Dealcaddy (golf now) to finally be told that it was not going to be honored and they could do nothing about it.
GolfNow is a ripoff. Daughters bought me a gift certificate. I tried to used, but balance was only credited to GolfNow fees. When I found this out, I canceled and requested a refund. I was told because I tried to use, no refund was available.
Booked a course for 4 people. Noticed on the confirmation that I booked wrong date. Cancelled within one hour of booking. GolfNow sent email saying that tee time was cancelled and that I would receive a refund. I didn't get refund so I called. They said super deals are not refundable as per our policy. I sent an email asking why they confirmed cancellation in email and they did not respond. All they had to say was no cancellation and I would of made tee time instead of wasting money. Sent four follow up emails with NO RESPONSE. Very poor customer service. Would not use this company again
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DON'T use this company. My wife cut 3 fingers, requiring 7 stitches. We have the medical report from the emergency room and personal doctor, and pictures. We called at couple days in advance, still no refund!!!!
Lucky for us, I believe the pro at the course is ethical and will make good with a replacement round, unlike these scumbags...
this is golf. things change, people drop out, the weather forecast changes. i prepaid $300 for a tee time for 4 people over the phone because i was in a rush, and now there's a 90-100% chance of rain on the day of our tee-time so obviously i'd like to make other plans. when i explain it that way they cite their "brand new" policy of absolutely no refunds unless the course closes due to weather, meaning i have to sit standby in the 5% off chance i can still play in soggy conditions. why not just issue me a credit and release the tee time? or better yet just charge me the difference between the hot deal vs normal price?? i mean the normal price tee times are eligible for cancellations right? this is a dumb policy that's going to cost them. i used to think highly of golfnow, now i completely loathe this company. i hope the absolute worst for them...
My experience is not yet over but it's smelling much like trying to get satisfaction from the Customer Service department of a telecom company.
I booked a tee-time for a group of four at a course on which we have played annually for more than 20 years. It has always been a pleasure playing there. This time the website booking transferred me to GolfNow. It was new to me but I entered my information and got a booking confirmation. I did hit the "Have you read the booking rules?" box although I hadn't read them, because the golf course's website front page told me that I would not be charged until we turned up to play.
My booking was the only one during a period of a couple of hours which told me that the course would not be busy.
I had to cancel - the first time ever - because a couple of the players couldn't make it. I called the golf course and the young lady told me she could cancel the tee-time but she couldn't refund my money; I had to contact GolfNow. I did so and got the runaround. I got back to the course and asked them to contact GolfNow. Next morning, I got a recorded 'phone message from GolfNow giving me a jumble of words that I didn't fully comprehend but it seemed to be that I wasn't getting a full-value voucher for the money that I'd paid. I got back to the golf course and left a message for the Director, which is, as yet, unanswered.
I shall never again use GolfNow; I didn't choose to use it in this exercise. We shall never return to the golf course. I shall tell ever golfer that I know about this rip-off.
I expect that many courses are going to have people like me who are, sorry, I mean who were regular customers, not return.
Clearly states in the commercial that you can cancel any tee time WITH OUT A PENALTY!!
Not true. When you book a tee time, GolfNow snatches almost $5 booking fee and maybe a couple of dollars for a partial greens fee. I made a tee time and saw that I made it for the wrong time. I went to the course web site and found the right time much cheaper. I cancelled GolfNow tee time and made the correct booking from the course site. I received $2.77 back on my card. The almost $5 was not removed as the fine print says (except for booking fee) This is a PENALTY for using GolfNow. Their booking fee, added to the greens fee, nearly negates any discount. Thanks GolfNow. I will refer to them as GolfNever from now on.
Golf now is a scam I don't know why so many courses use this service .it causes them to lose more money then they make build your own website give your own discounts and pocket all your money this company is making money doing what you could do yourself and they sure don't help the costumers. Get smart people call the course your self and quit paying these crooks at golf now for doing nothing.
What a Joke!!!!!!! Bye Bye Golfnow rest in peace.
I booked through golf now, went to the course and paid for the round we played the a month later was charged no show fee that was FULL PRICE FOR THE ENTIRE GROUP. Tried to settle with golf now and course but they each claimed the other owed the refund. I would give 0 but one is the lowest rating. Stay away. Don't give your credit card information to them.
This is my second issue with them. First time: we got rained out- we went to the course and it get shut down before we could play, and they charged me a full price no "show fee". I tried calling their customer support line and got absolutely nowhere, spoke to 4 different people including a supervisor, spent hours on the phone, and got promises of a refund that never happened. Second time: Needed to change my reservation from a 2some to a 3some, they said they already sold the other spots and there were no more tee times available, so I cancelled my tee time and we went to another course without Golfnow. Three weeks later they charged me a no show fee. This is a horrible company: as an avid golfer I suggest no one use Golfnow especially.
This past weekend I paid on-line fees of $9.96 for four golfers with $196.00 due at the course. When we arrived for our tee time I was highly disappointed to learn the guy in front of me only paid $49.50 for his round. As it turns out we paid $2.49 more per golfer because we decided to use Golf Now... Never again.. No more booking through Golf Now for me... My advice to those still using Golf Now... I highly recommend checking the course price before booking through these rip off artist...
If it rains, you are screwed, and will not get your money back. What you will get is a ridiculously limited rain check that is virtually unusable.
Never again!
It's a bit complicated but ... I made a reservation, I gave my credit card info and was charged just the reservation fee. The next day I found the course was not the one we wanted to play, I called Golf Now to change to the other course at the facility. They changed to the correct course at a later time and sent me an email with a confirmation. At 1 minute before their office closed they sent me an email cancelling the reservation stating that the facility could not honor that tee time without giving any reason. This morning my bank account was overdrawn because they charged me the full amount for all 3 players without receiving my authorization. They claim they issued a refund , but you know how banks are.....quick to take money out, slow to put it back in. They ( Golf Now) did nothing to compensate me for the overdraft fees or any type of an apology. NEVER AGAIN!!!
I was going to book a Hot Deal for 30 dollars. Upon checking out I noticed a $6.60 Convenience Fee and Sales Tax (Estimated) added on. 22 percent?????? Golfnow could at least add a little lube with that fee for my convenience.
I booked tee times in Fort Myers thru golf logix who uses golf now, was given a $36. Rate but charged $41, was told I would get a 20% discount I did not receive. The charge I checked out with was $103. Was actually charged $166. Will not use them again.
Be prepared to play in the rain or any other horrid weather conditions or you won't get your money back.
I was given a golfnow gift card as a Christmas present. I was elated - however, now that I'm actually trying to use it I'm finding that one in particular (Sherrill Park - near Dallas) refused to accept. At least do your homework and call the course for confirmation even if it is listed on the Golfnow web page.
Most of the course green fees are not discounted.....lot of them pay more through GOLF NOW.COM
Other sites have cheaper service fees. Easier to call course and save this fee. Used to be good 3 years ago. Not anymore. Look at all the complaints. There site has come and gone.
Everyone who works in the orlando office knows its a scam; a very hard job. Their technology and customer service is crap They only sell their trade times..
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Sossusvlei is a 'must-see'. The problem is, everybody wants to go there, which makes it very touristic and overcrowded. Hence, we suggest you stay one night at at any of the plentiful lodges close to Sossuvlei, go in and tick off (been there, done that, got the t-shirt) and then venture on to Wolwedans and NamibRand to spend exclusive quality time far away from the maddening crowds.
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gogetem7 - Unregistered June 08, 2011 9:54 PM The only responses I see to articles about Danica seem to come from people who don't like her for some reason or are mad that she might be leaving for NASCAR. What would those who dismiss her success as a driver have to say about the 20 plus people who routinely finish behind her at Indy, or in the points standings? Are they all unqualified to be part of the series? (These same race fans are already predicting failure for Danica in NASCAR even though she seems to be getting the hang of the Nationwide series quite nicely.) Finally,if we respect only the champions of this sport like Schumacher, Alonzo, Franchitti, Edwards and Earnhardt, we are overlooking a lot of immensely talented drivers who provide the competition. Last time I checked, Danica was one of those drivers. 12 agree 4 disagree
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Information presented in this publication is intended to provide a general understanding of the statutory and regulatory requirements governing automotive repair and autobody shops. This information is not intended to replace, limit or expand upon the complete statutory and regulatory requirements found in the Illinois Environmental Protection Act and Title 35 of the Illinois Administrative Code.
Because automotive repair and maintenance practices can affect more than just you and your customer, it is in your shop's best interest to comply with regulations that are designed to protect the health and safety of you, your co-workers, your community and the environment. For instance, paints, solvents and other liquids can release hazardous substances to the air, which may result in serious health impacts for employees spray painting, stripping or fluid changing if proper health and safety practices are not followed. Compliance with applicable regulations can help you minimize these impacts and avoid potential penalties and fines.
This fact sheet provides you with an overview of the regulations that you should comply with during your daily operations. It also suggests ways that can help you comply and step "beyond the standard" to prevent further pollution, while possibly reducing costs at your shop.
Certain wastes common to auto shops are considered special wastes. Special wastes include:
For more information about how to determine what is special waste including pollution control waste, see the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Small Business fact sheet titled "Do I Have A Special Waste?" or call the Office of Small Business. This fact sheet describes hazardous wastes and industrial process wastes that are common to automotive repair and autobody shops.
Hazardous waste is a type of special waste. A waste can be classified as hazardous if it (1) is listed on the Illinois EPA hazardous waste list which can be obtained from the Office of Small Business, or (2) exhibits one of the following characteristics: ignitability, toxicity, corrosivity or reactivity.
Various tests can be conducted in a lab to confirm whether a substance has hazardous characteristics, or generator's knowledge of a waste's contents can also tell you if a waste is hazardous or not. Contact the Office of Small Business or see your material safety data sheets (MSDS) for more information on a specific product or source. Carefully reading product labels and warnings also can be helpful.
Where Can I Find More Information?Material safety data sheets (MSDS) provide helpful information on the hazardous classification and proper disposal for commercial products and chemicals. Contact your suppliers for information on how to get MSDSs for products in your shop! |
An industrial process waste is any liquid, solid, semisolid, or gaseous waste generated when manufacturing a product or performing a service. Examples of industrial process waste generated at auto shops include cutting oils, paint sludges, equipment cleanings, metallic dust sweepings, used solvents from parts cleaners, and off-specification, contaminated, or recalled wholesale or retail products.
As a generator of waste, it is your responsibility to determine what kind of wastes you generate and to make sure that you comply with the necessary waste, water, and air regulations for handling those wastes. Common auto shop waste streams may include:
Did You Know?Creating a well defined plan for managing and reducing hazardous waste will help you save time, money, and ensure a safe workplace for employees and customers. |
Used Oil - Used oil that is contaminated with dirt, metals, waste, or other chemicals during the process (for example, running through an engine) IS NOT a hazardous waste if it is recycled on-site or off-site. However, used oil may be a hazardous waste if it is mixed after the process with hazardous materials such as gasoline or solvents. Therefore, used oil should be separated from other wastes and stored in leak-free containers labeled "Used Oil."
Because used oil is often recycled or reused, it is subject to it's own management requirements. See the "How Do I Manage My Used Oil and Used Oil Filters?" fact sheet or contact the Office of Small Business for more information.
Used Oil Filters - Used oil filters ARE NOT a hazardous waste if they are drained properly. Oil filters should be fully drained using an approved method such as:
Recycle!On-site recycling of wastes such as used solvents, used antifreeze, and used oil can help to reduce waste and save you money! Here are two ways that recycling yourself can help to cut costs: |
For ideas of how you can better recycle and reuse wastes in your shop, contact the Office of Small Business. It pays to recycle!
After a filter has been properly drained it can be safely recycled with other scrap metal. Used oil drained from filters can be combined with other used oil. For more information on how to handle used oil filters, see the "How Do I Manage My Used Oil and Used Filters?" fact sheet, or contact the Office of Small Business or the Filter Manufacturers Council Regulatory Hotline at (800) 999-FILTER.
Used Antifreeze - Antifreeze IS hazardous waste if it contains elevated levels of solvents or certain metals, particularly lead; if the pH level is greater than 12.5; or if it is mixed with a hazardous material such as gasoline or solvents. Antifreeze IS NOT considered hazardous waste if it is recycled in a closed loop system on-site.
Used Solvents - Used solvents ARE considered hazardous wastes when the flashpoint (the temperature at which the liquid will ignite) is under 140° F. Based on the solvent used, some used solvents may also be considered hazardous for the characteristic of toxicity. Used solvents, such as those from a parts washer, should be segregated from other wastes in clearly labeled, leak free, and tightly closed containers. An off site contractor should be employed to dispose of used solvents. See the "Managing and Reducing Parts Washer Wastes" fact sheet for more information on managing used solvents.
Paints and Coatings - Paints ARE considered hazardous when they (1) contain elevated levels of certain metals, such as barium, mercury, and lead, (and are therefore considered toxic) and, (2) if the flashpoint is below 140° F or (3) if they contain hazardous amounts of certain solvents. Carefully read container labels and consult MSDSs to find out the contents of the paints your shop is using.
Used Rags and Other Absorbents - Rags and towels used to wipe down dirty parts and equipment, and to clean up spills that may occur around the shop should be wrung out, separated, and stored in clearly-labeled containers. Soiled rags that have been thoroughly wrung out (meaning that not even a drop of liquid drips from the rag when wringing) can be sent out to be cleaned with other industrial laundry. Rags that are laundered ARE NOT considered hazardous or special waste. Rags should be wrung out into containers that are clearly marked with the name of the substance that was absorbed.
Pollution Prevention TipTry to reduce the amount of liquid absorbed with rags by using a mop, squeegee and dust pan, or vacuum to remove the bulk of the spill. Dryer, cleaner rags will be easier to wring out and can be used more often between washings. |
If the rag can not be thoroughly wrung out, the rag should be managed based on the material it was used to absorb. If the material absorbed is hazardous, the rag should be considered hazardous as well.
If your facility uses other absorbents such as kitty litter, sawdust, or a similar substance to clean up spills on site, it is important to dispose of these used absorbents properly based on the material they absorbed. For example, absorbents used to clean up a solvent spill many need to be disposed of as a used solvent. For more information, see the "How Do I Manage My Used Rags and Other Absorbents?" fact sheet.
Used Batteries - Used batteries may be hazardous. If so, they can be managed under the universal waste rules. For more information on universal waste, call the Office of Small Business. Retail battery suppliers must accept used batteries in exchange for each battery purchased. Used batteries that are waiting to be transferred to the recycling facility should be kept indoors in a noncorrosive container or on a covered platform where battery acid leaks can not reach drains. Your battery supplier may accept batteries for recycling.
Used Tires - Used tires are NOT hazardous waste. Used tires that are not suitable for resale must be sent to an IEPA-registered used tire storage/processing facility. Any vechicle transporting more than 20 used tires in Illinois must be registered with the Illinois EPA and display proper placecarding. Used tires can be recycled by being retreaded and resold, or shredded into tire chips and used for various purposes, such as burned for energy recovery, converted into crumb rubber for various recycling applications, or utilized in "high-end" civil engineering applications (road base in highway construction over weak soils, septic system leachate fields, drainage media in landfill applications, etc.) If you are not a tire retailer and you have more than 50 used tires on your property, you are considered a used tire storage site and you must register your site annually with the Illinois EPA and pay a $100 annual storage fee. If you are a tire retailer, there are several exemptions available to you related to the number of used tires in storage.
Please visit the Illinois EPA's Used Tire Program for more information or contact the Illinois EPA's Used Tire Program at 217/785-8604.
The regulations that affect your shop are based on how much hazardous waste you generate. The following bullets describe the three hazardous waste generator categories.
If you have questions concerning the amount of waste your shop produces, contact the Office of Small Business for more information.
Most automotive repair and autobody shops generate less than 220 lbs. per month of hazardous waste. If you generate less than 220 lbs. per month, the following requirements apply to you:
What if my shop sends its waste off site to a Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility (TSDF)?If you generate more than 220 pounds per month of hazardous waste and your shop contracts out to have its waste shipped off site, Illinois regulations require you to complete a Hazardous Waste Manifest, or a contractual agreement, that is used to track the transport of hazardous waste from the generator to the designated TSDF. Copies of the manifests must be kept on file for 3 years. If your shop generates less than 220 pounds per month of hazardous waste, a hazardous waste manifest is not necessary. See the "How Do I Manage My Hazardous Waste?" fact sheet for more details. |
If your shop generates 220 to 2,200 lbs. per month of hazardous waste certain regulations apply specifically to you. You must:
You must also prepare your shop for emergency situations:
If you generate more than 2,200 lbs. per month of hazardous waste, see the "How Do I Manage my Hazardous Waste?" for information about regulations that apply to you or call the Office of Small Business.
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Wastewater is often generated by operations such as the rinsing of parts, and the washing down of engines or dirty tools. If water becomes mixed with oil, antifreeze, solvents, or other liquids , it is important that it be properly treated and contained prior to discharge.
A National Pollutant Discharge Elimination permit from Illinois EPA is required for business owners that discharge their power washing wastewater directly into a water body. If wastewater is discharged to a sanitary sewer system, the business owners must apply for a state construction permit and may also need to apply for a state operating permit. Contact the Office of Small Business for more information on Illinois EPA water permits. If your shop is discharging large quantities of wastewater into the municipal sewage system, you may be required to get a permit from your local wastewater treatment plant.
Tips for Wastewater Generators
A number of regulations are designed to protect you and your co-workers before such a situation occurs. If a spill occurs, immediately take action to contain the spill. To prepare for emergency situations, make sure that the following actions have been taken.
When cleaning up spills in your shop or in the surrounding area, remember to first use the dry clean-up methods such as dry mops, rags, or absorbents. Using water to address a spill may create contaminated wastewater and makes the spill harder to contain. For small spills, use a rag or an absorbent that can be properly disposed of. The steps below offer a helpful guide to how to react in the case of a larger spill.
Activities common to automotive repair and autobody shops that can impact the air surrounding your shop include the following:
Automotive repair and autobody shops are subject to a number of air pollution regulations, and may be required to obtain permits depending on the type of activities conducted, the amount of materials used, and the location of the shop.
Below are a number of materials common to automotive repair and autobody shops that can be sources of air pollution. Proper handling can reduce the amount of air pollution while keeping the workplace safe for employees.
Halogenated Solvents - It is important to note whether or not your facility is using halogenated solvents for parts cleaning. Halogenated solvents are defined as solvents that contain greater than a 5% concentration of (1) methylene chloride, (2) perchloroethylene, (3) trichloroethylene, (4) 1,1,1-trichloroethane, (5) chloroform, or (6) carbon tetrachloride (this information can be found on the MSDS.) If halogenated solvents are used in your shop, you must complete and submit a notification report to the Illinois EPA. Also, solvent storage containers should be closed securely to prevent air emissions from escaping the container. For more information on parts washer solvents, see the "Managing and Reducing Parts Washer Wastes" fact sheet.
Pollution Prevention TipReducing the amount of solvents and paints that your shop uses can save you money and help you to comply with State and Federal air quality regulations. Using new and more efficient equipment and training employees in the equipment's use can reduce the amount of material used and the amount of pollution an activity creates. Using paints and solvents low in VOCs can also help to make compliance easier. Call the Office of Small Business for ideas of technologies and operating methods that can help you to reduce and save. |
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) - Many motor vehicle air conditioners (MVACs) contain refrigerants with CFCs, which are believed to damage the layer of protective gases around the earth (ozone layer) if released to the air. Regulations have been designed to limit the use of CFCs in many industrial processes.
MVAC technicians and others engaged in fluid exchanging activities should be trained by an EPA-approved Section 609 program in order to work safely with air conditioning units. Training certificates should be on kept on file in your shop.
Refrigerant recycling and recovery equipment must be approved by the Illinois EPA and must meet the standards of the Society of Automotive Engineers.
Gasoline - If your shop dispenses gasoline you may, depending on your location, be subject to certain requirements.
Gasoline dispensing operations located in either the Chicago or Metro-East ozone non-attainment areas or in Boone, Peoria, Tazewell, Rock Island, or Winnebago Counties and which exceed certain gasoline throughput levels must comply with the Stage I vapor recovery requirements.
These measures involve the minimization and capture of gasoline vapors generated when fuel is transferred from the delivery truck to the storage tank.
If your station is located in the Chicago ozone non-attainment area and you sell over 10,000 gallons of gasoline per month, all gasoline pumps must be equipped with Stage II vapor recovery equipment. This equipment captures the gasoline vapors displace from vehicle fuel tanks during refueling. Stations must register with the Illinois EPA. For more information on Stage I and Stage II requirements and equipment specifications, contact the Office of Small Business.
A Health and Safety TipFor the health and safety of employees who are directly involved in, or working near, painting operations, make sure that the painting area is equipped with a ventilation system that captures and removes all paint vapors. Also make sure that all employees are properly trained in paint mixing, application, and handling techniques. A respirator or mask should be used when working in the paint application area, and should be properly fitted in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Protective eyewear with side shields is also necessary. |
A Health and Safety TipEmployees engaged in or working near grinding, welding, or sandblasting activities should wear the proper personal protective equipment at all times. A respirator or mask should be used when grinding or sandblasting, along with protective eyewear with side shields. When welding, it is important to make sure employees are wearing the proper protective clothing such as arm length leather gloves and leather aprons to assure maximum safety. |
Paints and Thinners - Paints and thinners should be stored in clearly-labeled, airtight containers that are tightly closed when not in use. While most shops do not release the amount of VOCs that make a permit necessary, any shop with painting operations that uses over 5,000 gallons of paint per year is required to obtain an air permit.
Autobody refinishing operations located in the Chicago and Metro-East St. Louis ozone non-attainment areas must register with the Illinois EPA and must comply with additional requirements. Shops in these areas must use paints and cleaning products meeting certain VOC content limits. The use of high-efficiency paint applicator guns and automatic gun cleaning devices is also required.
Particulates - Shops engaged in grinding, welding, and sandblasting activities may produce a large amount of fugitive particulate matter (metal filings, dust, etc.). Work areas should be equipped with ventilation and filtration systems, placed directly at the source of dust, that collect and remove airborne particulates and remove fumes from welding operations. Make sure to replace filters when needed. Sweep the shop for particles and dust not collected in the filtration system before engaging in any washing or rinsing activities. Metal filings and paint chips created when sanding and grinding can negatively impact water quality if allowed to enter the environment.
For additional information on how you can keep up with regulations and requirements that effect YOU, call the Illinois EPA Office of Small Business Helpline toll-free at (888) EPA-1996 or the DCCA Small Business Environmental Assistance Helpline at (800) 252-3998. All calls are considered confidential and the caller can remain anonymous.


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Cravanetting was a great sales gimmick, but it had no effect on a hat's water repellency. It was a solution of paraffin wax in naptha. As an engineer at Mallory's in 1950 I replaced Cravenetting with Dupont Quilon, a much more effective and no hazardous repellent
- April 10, 2011 at 2:34 PM
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Just out of curiosity, what was the hazard? Was hazardous to people's health, to the fabric's integrity, or was it simply ineffective?
- April 10, 2011 at 2:55 PM
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Ranch Cucamonga, CA- Inland Empire took an early lead but could not hold down the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes on Thursday night at LoanMart Field, falling 4-3. The game was the first of a four-game set and of the second half of the 2014 campaign for both clubs.
Dennis Raben got the 66ers (25-46, 0-1) on the board in the first with a titanic blast over the scoreboard in right center field. It was the Hollywood, FL native's team best ninth homer of the season and gave Inland Empire a 2-0 lead after a half inning of play.
The Sixers would not score again until the ninth as Jharel Cotton settled in to earn his second win of the year. He went seven frames for the Quakes (33-38, 1-0) allowing the two runs on six hits. He struck out nine batters and walked none. Dan Coulombe tossed a scoreless eighth for Rancho Cucamonga.
Dan Tobik took the loss for IE. He allowed three runs, two earned over 5.1 innings and fell to 1-3 in 2014. He gave up just three hits, a walk, a hit batsman and fanned four.
Chris Jacobs had two RBI for Rancho Cucamonga while All-Star Corey Seager chipped in one as well. Los Angeles Dodger Juan Uribe, appearing in a MLB rehab appearance, had the Quakes' lone multi-hit game as he doubled and singled to go 2-for-4.
Robert Rogers allowed an unearned run in the ninth for the Quakes but induced a double play off the bat of IE catcher Nick O'Loughlin to end the game and earn his first save of the year. The series continues Friday at 7:05 pm. It can be heard live at 66ers.com.
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A recent Idaho state court opinion ordering an Idaho newspaper to unmask the identity of an anyomous commenter on the newspaper's website demonstrates, among other things, the pitfalls that come with a clumsily worded retraction.
The case, Jacobson v. Doe, arose from a blog entry posted in February 2012 on the Spokesman-Review's website about Tina Jacobson, the chair of the county Republican Central Committee. The post included a picture of Jacobson posing with then-Presidential candidate Rick Santorum and other local Republicans. In an anonymous comment to the story, a commenter named "almostinnocentbystander" wrote: "Is that the missing $10,000 from Kootenai County Central Committee funds actually stuffed inside Tina's blouse."
That comment drew requests from other commenters for additional details, which "almostinnocentbystander" provided in a follow up post, noting that Jacobson was a bookkeeper by profession and that "a whole Boat load of money is missing and Tina won't let anyone see the books."
Those comments were taken down by the author of the original blog post within a few hours, and after complaints from local Republicans and a request for the identity of the commenter, "almostinnocentbystander" posted an apology: "I apologize for and retract my derogatory and unsubstantiated commentary regarding Tina Jacobson."
A libel suit following in April, and a subpoena was served on the newspaper asking for the identity of the commenter. The newspaper moved to quash, claiming the commenter was a "news source" protected by the First Amendment and the Idaho Constitution. Idaho does not have a shield statute, but state courts have recognized a qualified privilege.
The court rejected the newspaper's motion, holding that the commenter was not a "source." Rather, the court held, the newspaper was "acting as a facilitator of commentary and administrator of the Blog."
Recognizing constitutional protections for anonymous speech, the court then analyzed what standard it should apply in deciding whether to quash the subpoena. This is an issue we have written about often here. In a positive move for newspapers, the court applied a three-part test, derived from the oft-cited New Jersey case Dendrite Int'l, Inc. v. Doe no. 3, 775 A.2d 756 (N.J. Super. Ct. 2001), and an unpublished Idaho federal court case.
Under that test, the court may order disclosure if: (1) the plaintiff "makes reasonable efforts to notify the defendant" of the subpoena; (2) the plaintiff "demonstrates that it would survive a summary judgment motion"; and (3) the court must then balance the commenter's First Amendment rights with the plaintiff's case and the necessity of disclosure. The application of the summary judgment standard at this stage is generally a win for the speaker.
In this case, though, the court held that the plaintiff had established that it could survive summary judgment. Key to this analysis was the court's holding that the retraction posted by the commenter demonstrated "actual malice," the standard of fault required for public figure plaintiffs.
In the absence of any evidence from the commenter, the court held that the commenter's "recanting shows that the speaker knew the falsity of the statement when he said it," or at least acted "recklessly by not only making the statement once, but on two occasions."
The court's holding should be a caution to anyone considering recanting or retracting a statement because of a fear of a defamation suit. The lesson -- it is probably best to seek legal counsel before publishing a retraction or apology. In this case, for example, stating in the retraction that the statements were "unsubstantiated" may have been problematic.
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In Beauty Pageants: We in Puerto Rico take our beauty pageants pretty seriously, because our ladies are the hottest, objectively. If you even look a Puerto Rican woman you will instantly get pregnant, they're so hot. I know that doesn't make sense, but it is absolutely true. Face it, your females look like drooling Neanderthals compared to ours. But that is okay. Neanderthals were a hardy folk, with stocky barrel chests and pronounced brows. In any case, we just had our local Miss Universe pageant to determine who the eventual winner of the world-wide Miss Universe will be, and it got ugly. The eventual winner, Ingrid Marie Rivera, made it through the pageant despite her outfits and makeup brushes being sprayed with pepper spray, causing her to break out in hives during the contest . The accessories in question are currently in police custody and are being examined by a forensic team. The suspects: other pageant contestants supposedly jealous of Rivera's "extensive pageant experience," whatever that means. The unsubstantiated rumor here is that Rivera is pals with pageant organizers and that the whole thing was fixed. Here's a video of Ingrid being interviewed by Bill O'Reilly!
Don't like your Miss Universe news so depressing? Well, for the other side of the coin, our last Miss Universe winner, Zuleyka Rivera, who has been surgerized into looking a lot like Janet Jackson, gave El Nuevo Día an extensive interview today, which I think is as extensive as it is primarily because it is accompanied by a bunch of naked pictures of her. Interested? (It's going to be fun explaining to my special lady when she gets back from NYC that I've started linking to nudie pics in her absence. It's important news content!)
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- A local federal magistrate judge set bail today for seven individuals of Chinese descent for trafficking humans into the island. Back when I was growing up, you rarely saw Asian people here in Puerto Rico (hence every person who was Asian or Asian-looking invariably being nicknamed "Chino" by their friends here). Now we're trafficking them in, and my special lady even saw an Asian person panhandling the other day. Once you've cracked P.R.'s lucrative panhandling industry, you know you've really made it here.
- A 7.4 earthquake hit Martinique today, and was felt here in Puerto Rico. But not by me, leading me to conclude that in a fight against a 7.4 earthquake, I would undoubtedly prevail. It was also felt in Venezuela and Suriname (by the way, odds are that this is the last time you will read the word Suriname for many, many months, or at least until you sit down to start writing Battlestar Galactica fan poetry, and think to yourself, "What rhymes with Geminon? Suriname! I'm a genius!").
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Chris Whitney said (14 Aug 2010):
Very nice Pilar !
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Hello everyone, I'm thinking of purchasing this unit some time soon.
Can someone here mask a list of mods that are worthwhile and which are not. Also interested in zanash's mods where he bypassed (what ever he bypassed lol) to get an unbalanced signal to output to standard consumer level amps. Wondering if that also takes care of the output levels. Also, are these mods someone with no experience could undertake or am I better trying to find someone to do them for me. |
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did you take the sinal before or after the first opamp? i have take it after the first opamp from the 47uf decoupling caps and i have ground loops problems. did you have any? |
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french mods for DCX
there is a new mods coming soon for replacing the CS8020 in the DCX, and feat the input with AES/EBU or SPDIF;should be work in the SRC...
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replacing ak4393 with ak4396
what is the difference between the decoupling of cs8420 in pin6 and 7?
why do we need to decouple it? do you think ak4396 will better than ak4393? |
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Re: replacing ak4393 with ak4396
The AKM4396 is definitely superior to the AKM4396 in every regard. The chips are also pin compatible. -David |
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pushing the SRC2496 to the MAX possible quality in D/A function
What things do i need to mod in order to push the src 2496 to the max possible SQ as D/A purpose? Now in my mind is,
1. Ak4396 Dac 2. Burson Opamp in D/A 3. Replace clock unit 4. Toroidal transformer can i add extra analog RCA output? because i dun use XLR... |
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pushing the SRC2496 to the MAX possible quality in D/A function cont'
5. Recap all the capacitor with Rubycon
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There is quite a bit of discussion regarding the Burson discrete op amp with mixed results. Save yourself some money and try a higher quality op amp IC first. Have a look at what others have already done in this regard.
Just a suggestion before spending a lot of money. -David |
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DEQ is easier to mod for direct out
I use a stock SRC for upsampling and send digital to a modified DEQ. The DEQ is easier to mod by stealing the analog outputs of the dac because it has a ribbon cable which can be cut into. definitely get someone to swap the dac chip to an AK4396 which will drop in with no problems. And then consider running direct out from the ribbons to a good transformer or cap to block the dc. No ultrasonic filters required because of the ultra low out of band noise spectrum of the top of the line AKM dacs. This eliminates four or five opamps doing dif amp summing, active filter, mute, phase splitter and servo swinging output and some electrolytic signal coupling caps. I sold my Sowter transformers as I prefer a stack of Dayton foil caps. I also have a slight preference for the 4395 but it requires an additional 5v regulator whereas the 4396 runs well on the stock 3.3v making it a drop in. As long as you are good at soldering with a 10x microscope strapped to your eye. Plus, if you start out with a DEQ you have a digital eq that once you try it you will never want to live with out it.
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Hay guys
I have the SRC2496 and tried taking the signal from the DAC via the R+ &L+ legs on the chip, then through a pair or passive audio transformers, but there was lots of distortion So now I'm looking at replacing the opamps, only the ones that will be in use, I am taking the signal from where the C25 & C26 caps were before the balanced stage and then through the transformers. I intend using AD8066 opamps. There are six opamps in the output stage and am a little confused So, which opamps do I need to swap out? Cheers. |
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Two young people were killed by a runaway van after the driver failed to apply his hand brake properly when he parked it, a court heard today.
David Smith, 24, and Claudia Kauert, 30, were hit by the driverless vehicle as it rolled down a sloping street in the City of London on April 24 last year.
Its driver, Larkland May, 52, who delivers office stationery, had parked on Pudding Lane - a road with an incline of about 5% - to drop off a parcel at nearby Peninsula House.
When the driver of another vehicle unwittingly made contact with the van, it rolled off and struck the two pedestrians one after the other, prosecutor Christopher Hehir told a jury at Southwark Crown Court in London.
Both were pronounced dead the same day.
May is charged with two counts of manslaughter and two alternative counts of causing death by careless driving after the pair were killed in what Mr Hehir described as "utterly tragic circumstances."
May denies the charges.
Mr Hehir said: "The defendant did not apply the hand brake of his van. Whether he forgot to do so altogether or only pulled the hand brake up a little way, the evidences shows the hand brake was not set...
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Their furry depictions serve to explore historical, functional and imaginative themes, with kitsch kittens and politically-minded hounds creating a witty and playful show.
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Say what you will about the copyright industry, but it certainly doesn't give up. No matter how many times a bad idea is fought off, sooner or later, it comes back again. The best example of this is probably WIPO's Broadcasting Treaty, which Techdirt has been covereing for a decade: in 2004, 2005, 2008, 2011 and 2013. This campaign to give broadcasters yet more monopoly rights -- as if they didn't have enough already -- is still underway, and the EFF provides us with a timely update on the current state of play:
The latest draft of the treaty also attempts to control post-fixation uses of broadcast signals -- in other words, to provide broadcasters with rights to control uses of content that has been recorded from a broadcast.
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Since these post-fixation rules would apply regardless of whether the content was in the public domain or whether a "fair use" argument applies, it could impact the work of journalists, archivists, and creators who could otherwise legally gain access to source content through broadcasts.
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The draft also includes worrisome protections that would prohibit DRM on broadcasts from being circumvented, which could outlaw the use of open source video software such as VLC and MythTV to watch or time-shift televisions broadcasts, and would restrict future technological innovation. These provisions would effectively nullify the effect of any exceptions and limitations to the exclusive rights of broadcasters that the treaty may end up adopting.
As this shows, while pushing for new bad ideas, the copyright industry is always happy to re-use some of its old bad ideas -- even more reason to fight the WIPO Broadcasting Treaty yet again.
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Social Networking, Flash drawing
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Hi, I am building a website with online drawing functionality, in which any image is editable, and each edit spawns a new image, belonging to the person who edited it. In addition, image files will be able to be uploaded to the website. This is for phase 1 of a project, so I may want to have you do further programming in the future: you have the opportunity of landing a very large client. I am looking for an experienced PHP and/or MySQL programmer. The final submitted applications will be well-documented and well-commented. The applications should also be scalable. Please remember to protect thoroughly against SQL injections and other attacks. I expect a high quality product. I have included a fair amount of documentation. Please be sure to *first* read the Flash Tool Mockup, regardless of whether you are interested in developing just Flash, just PHP+MySQL, or both. A Flash programmer need only complete the Flash component of the project, which is detailed in ToolMockup, but reading through the entire project description will provide a more thorough perspective of the project and may well aid in the development of the Flash application. Please let me know whether you intend to complete the Flash product, the PHP+MySQL product, or both. Please include your quote as well as the minimum time in which the project can be completed. Any suggestions I provide of how to lay out the SQL database are only suggestions in order to better explain the functionality of the project. Feel free to deviate from them if you deem appropriate. Whenever possible, please use AJAX/other javascript tricks to avoid refreshing the page. It may be possible to do a lot of code reuse for this site: that's fine and expected, but make sure it is well-documented, commented, clean, secure…it should be, like the rest of the site, high quality! Please let me know if you have any questions! Thank you for your time.
## Deliverables
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Then you do this."
Steely Dan rolled into 1979 with a big head of steam, having established themselves as consistent hitmakers as well as pulling in the critical kudos. That earned them enough swag already to clinch them immortality in the Rock 'n'Roll Hall Of Fame, in which they were inducted in 2001. After taking much of 1978 off and moving back to home sweet home New York, Becker and Fagen looked forward to creating another Aja, free from their ABC Records contract and on to a much more lucrative one with Warners.
That Aja followup Gaucho was a commercial success following its November 1980 release, going platinum and reaching the Top Ten in the U.S. Hot 100 album chart. "Hey Nineteen" became a top ten single, too, and "Time Out Of Mind" was another hit song for them. The achievements were capped by yet another Grammy for "Best Non-Classical Engineered Recording." But everything else about Gaucho was disastrous for the pair.
The first sign of trouble occurred in March, 1979 when MCA gobbled up ailing ABC Records and promptly shut down the label. They looked at Steely Dan's old ABC contract and determined they were owed one more album, and had the resources to wage that battle with the band and with Warner Brothers. A fight ensued, but MCA prevailed.
It was also during this time when Walter Becker went through a real rough patch in his personal life. The nasty narcotics habit he picked up on the West Coast was affecting his work, and in January 1980, his girlfriend was found dead in their apartment from a drug overdose, prompting a lawsuit slapped on Becker from her family. Just a few months after the overdose, Becker suffered serious injuries when a cab struck him as he was crossing a street in NYC. It took six months to recover, which happened during the time the album entered into the crucial mixing phase. The sonic similarity between Gaucho and Fagen's Nightfly from two years later suggests to me, at least, that Gaucho lacked much of Becker's usual artistic input.
Speaking of lawsuits, the duo got sued by because the melody on one of their songs followed too closely to a song by a notable jazz musician. More on this when we reach that song in this series.
Moreover, the obsession over studio perfection reached its apex during the recording of this album. With so many of of rock's finest drumming moments scattered among their first six albums, they sought even greater heights on Gaucho, heavily using click tracks and running through countless hours of takes with full bands just to get the drum track nailed down (sometimes, the best parts of the various drum takes were spliced together). They brought in up to a half dozen different rhythm sections to record a song, disposing of endless hours of takes by entire ensembles in search of the best take. All-world guitarists like Mark Knopfler and Rick Derringer were barely noticed on the finished album after nearly all of their contributions were edited out. Little wonder that Gaucho is a very sterile recording; its greatest strength is also its biggest weakness.
So, yes, it was extremely hard to get a track that passed muster with the Becker and Fagen, along with producer Gary Katz and engineer Roger Nichols. One track that did — and one that Katz and Nichols were particularly excited about — was a song called "The Second Arrangement." But this track didn't see release on Gaucho, or anywhere else. Why? Good question, and there's a simple explanation for that: in late December, 1979, a junior engineer accidentally erased about 75% of the track. There were attempts to re-record it but none of those takes were satisfactory to Becker and Fagen, so they abandoned the song altogether.
Some demos of it survive, and, I've read, so did the 25% of the finished track that didn't get erased. The version rendered in the YouTube below provides a pretty clear picture of what the final product must have sounded like. "The Second Arrangement" was apparently a polished, groove-oriented dancefloor number that would have fit in perfectly with Gaucho's vibe. It comes off as an improved "The Glamour Profession," the track that would have likely been left off had "Arrangement" had not been unintentionally executed, since the two are most similar in style. (Edit: "Third World Man," a leftover from the Aja sessions, became the stand-in track).
There are stories of all sorts of great Steely Dan tracks that got left off of their albums, but "The Second Arrangement" is very likely the only one of these that was deemed good enough for release by Steely Dan themselves. If not for a young man's goof, Gaucho might have had a third hit.
1979 demo:
Live version from September, 2011:
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Home to the Book of Kells, biting humour, great craic and moments of disarming charm, Dublin is a small capital with a huge heart
This place needs no introduction. Dublin is, after all, home to the "Black Stuff" (Guinness) and the Book of Kells, to the statue of Molly Malone whose bust beams out from a billion postcards. It's home to some of the island's finest Georgian architecture and boasts a mind-boggling array of must-dos.
The only trouble with the Republic's capital is deciding what to leave out. Dublin boasts a cracking zoo, the 11th-century Christ Church Cathedral, and a plethora of literary pubs befitting its status as one of just five Unesco Cities of Literature on the planet.
You can raise a pint to writers like James Joyce and Bram Stoker, or explore the life and works of poet WB Yeats at the National Library. You can even have a pint with a local for free.
Our advice? Mix things up. There's much more to Dublin city than Trinity College and Temple Bar.
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As well as the National Museum, what about a trip to the Little Museum of Dublin, or the Dublin Writers Museum? Did you know you can buy a bar of lemon soap at Sweny's Chemist – just as Leopold Bloom did in the pages of Ulysses a century ago?
Capital coastline
While it's easy to get caught up in the city centre, it's also worth remembering that Dublin is a capital between the mountains and the sea. A ride on the suburban Dart train whisks you north to cliff walks around Howth, or south to the coastal villages of Blackrock, Monkstown, Dun Laoghaire, Glasthule, Dalkey and Killiney. It's in these seaside gems that you'll find some of the city's best seafood, waterfront festivals and sandy beaches.
Recently, Dublin Bay has even tempted two water-loving visitors to postpone their stay indefinitely – two resident dolphins. Watch out for them playing in the wake of yachts or paddle-surfers as they glide from Dun Laoghaire's Victorian pier to the historic Dalkey Island.
A city in flux
You can't step in the same river twice, the Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said.
It's ditto for Dublin –– the city is constantly changing, closing one door to open several more. Visit today, and you'll find funky boutiques, old-school bars and design collectives making a scene out of Smock Alley or South William Street.
Come back in a year's time, and there will be a whole new energy somewhere else – fuelled by the fashionistas and baristas of the future.
"Better pass boldly into that other world, in the full glory of some passion, than fade and wither dismally with age," as James Joyce, Dublin's most famous literary son, wrote.
It seems this decadent city is taking him at his word.
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Nightcap vs. Phillies pregame
Back in the pressbox after what seemed like forever off. When you're in Florida flying solo, days off don't do you much good, especially when you're not really a beach person. Spent some time reading, watching Flight of the Conchords and picking up the running again.
But, I'm glad to be back at work. The Jays host the Phightins tonight here at Dunedin Stadium, which is hardly known for its quality light towers. Got here early and had a nice chat with John McDonald, who isn't taking the field worrying about if he has a spot on the Opening Day roster.
Sounds like Johnny Mac doesn't have much to worry about anyway. Both manager Cito Gaston and general manager J.P. Ricciardi said he has a spot on the team as things stack up right now. Said Cito: "We'd be breaking camp with one shortstop, so I'd almost think he's on the team."
Jays had a "B" game this afternoon against the Phils as well, over at Bright House Field. Scott Rolen homered twice, Kevin Millar once, and B.J. Ryan made his first appearance since opting out of the World Baseball Classic. Ryan's line: 1 IP, 2 H, 3 R, 1 HR, 1 BB, 1 K.
Ryan said he's currently working on shortening up his stride, one issue he's had this spring. Earlier this spring, he said he felt he was holding back due to the surgery he had on his elbow. Ryan said he isn't holding anything back this spring, and his health is fine. It's still just mechanical problems that need sorting out.
Doc Halladay on the hill tonight against Philadelphia.
Today's lineup:
Eric Bruntlett, SS
Marcus Giles, 3B
Raul Ibanez, LF
Greg Dobbs, 1B
John Mayberry Jr., CF
Geoff Jenkins, RF
Mike Carvenak, DH
Pablo Ozuna, 2B
Ronny Paulino, C
Chan Ho Park, P
Joe Inglett, DH
Aaron Hill, 2B
Adam Lind, LF
Lyle Overbay, 1B
Jason Lane, CF
Brad Emaus, 3B
Travis Snider, RF
Michael Barrett, C
John McDonald, SS
Roy Halladay, P
Decisions, decisions
Continued to break down the looming roster decisions with manager Cito Gaston today and he provided a little more insight into what he's thinking at this point. Of course, with five weeks left, anything and everything is subject to change. That injury bug doesn't care about the plans.
As for the bullpen, which I find a more interesting race this spring than the rotation, Gaston said that his four lefties — B.J. Ryan, Scott Downs, Brian Tallet and Jesse Carlson — are all considered "locks" at this point. He added that some pitchers will have to beat out Jeremy Accardo for a job, so he's the front-runner among the righties. Everyone else? Time to show something.
Last week, GM J.P. Ricciardi said he could see a scenario in which Travis Snider started the season at Triple-A. Today, Cito said Snider would have to play "real bad" not to be on the Jays' Opening Day roster. As for the bench, which probably won't have room for all of Kevin Millar, Jose Bautista, John McDonald and Joe Inglett, Cito said he has a tough decision ahead.
Someone made a comment on one of my stories recently about the fact that I always say there are only two openings in the rotation, when it's been reported elsewhere that there are three jobs up for grabs. My reason for continuing to say that there are only a pair of vacancies?
"I would think there's two spots. That's what I think. Two spots open. I think Purcey pitched well enough to be one of the three guys that we have right now — unless he absolutely pitches himself off the club."
Thanks, Cito.
So that's Doc Halladay, Jesse Litsch, Purcey, and a pair of front-runners in Casey Janssen and Scott Richmond. Behind them, Toronto will take a good, hard look at prospects Brett Cecil, Brad Mills and Ricky Romero. Other candidates include Matt Clement, Brian Burress, Ken Takahashi, Mike Maroth and … I think I got 'em all.
One team insider told me the prospects might be ahead of Clement and the others on the depth chart at the moment. It's also more likely that Janssen and Richmond make the club, barring injury or poor showings, and the Jays ease the youngsters into the rotation as the season moves along. Moving Janssen to the 'pen during the year to clear a spot for another starter is also a possibility.
Got some stories to write. Later…
9 a.m. in the Classroom room
That's from one of the schedule sheets hanging inside the entrance to the Jays' clubhouse here. The pitchers all have a meeting at 9 a.m. this morning and they need to report to the "Classroom room."
A couple sheets over was the schedule for today's first official workout, and plenty of pitchers were heading over to check out what stations they needed to go to first and which groups they've been place in. There are four groups for bullpen sessions, and some of the names are in bold and some aren't, leading to some confusion.
"Those are the guys who already made the team," quipped T.J. Beam.
Dirk Hayhurst — who enjoys chatting with us scribes and is a soon-to-be published writer himself — walked over and tossed in a self-deprecating jab: "Am I even on the list? Or did I get cut already?" This from the guy who was released last week and then subsquently re-signed.
Some new position player arrivals today include Alex Rios (sans mohawk), Vernon Wells and Mighty Joe Inglett. We chatted with John McDonald and Rios a bit about life as new fathers, and neither got much sleep over the offseason. Rios, whose daughter is seven months old, was asked if he mastered the art of diaper changing.
"No," he said with a laugh. "I actually haven't changed one yet."
Rios also said he didn't do much over the winter, even skipping out on Vernon Wells' birthday party. Wells, sitting a few lockers over, chuckled when Rios brought that up. I suggested that the party should've been held in Puerto Rico. "I know!" Rios agreed.
After the meeting, pitchers and catchers will begin their workout today with good old-fashioned stretching on the team's "agility field," which is just a plot of grass between two practice diamonds with a grid of lines painted on it. Two years ago, it was just a field. Now, it's got a super cool name!
Starbucks: Located and enjoyed. Grande White Mocha, because they don't carry Irish Cream anymore. A Grande Irish Cream Mocha is my drink of choice at any other coffee joint.
In my CD player: The Killers — Hot Fuss, because as much as I love this Vegas band, that first album is still their best.
Last night: Watched a three-hour Baseball Tonight special, which they said at the start was aimed at previewing all 30 teams. Funny, I don't recall them bringing up the Jays.
Tonight: Trying to find the Flight of the Conchords episode from last night somewhere online. No HBO at the ol' condo. Not cool, especially when the Wife calls laughing to see if I watched the show. No, I did not. Thanks for asking.


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Looks Who's Related: John Tyler and Jimmy Carter
Today is the 221st anniversary of President John Tyler's birth. Thanks to the birthday paradox, I figured that another US President might also share his birthday. Not quite, but President Jimmy Carter's brother Billy Carter does. Former UK Prime Minister John Major does as well.
Maybe shared birthdays aren't as reliable as I'd hoped, but I was able to find some very interesting relationship paths. Take a look:
Walt Disney is John Tyler, 10th President of the USA's 11th cousin twice removed
Ellen DeGeneres is John Tyler, 10th President of the USA's 13th cousin 6 times removed
As always, we encourage anyone and everyone to jump in, and make the world family tree better with sourced information. There might be even better relationship paths out there. Let's find 'em!