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Record Description
These records are for the year 1865.
The record is a printed form that was filled in by hand by the enumerator. The records are usually arranged by county and town.
This census does not cover the entire population of the state of New York. The following counties are missing:
- Allegany
- Clinton
- Franklin
- Genesee
- Hamilton
- New York
- Oswego
- Putnam
- Queens
- Seneca
- St Lawrence
- Sullivan
- Westchester
- Wyoming
This census includes several other sections, beyond the population schedules, that contain useful information. It includes two schedules with information of officers and enlisted men currently in the military and officers and enlisted men who had served in the military. This census contains information on when and where the individual first entered the military, their rank, how long they were in the service, their present health, as well as several other items. The census also includes tables on marriages and deaths occurring during the year ending June 1, 1865. These tables contain typical marriage and death information. One other table that contains valuable information is entitled deaths of officers and enlisted men. This table contains deaths of individuals which had occurred while in the military or naval service of the United States, or from wounds or disease acquired in said service since April, 1861, reported by the families to which the deceased belonged when at home. It includes the name of the deceased, age at death, if married or single, if a citizen, several items relating to military information, date of death, place of death, manner of death, survivors of the deceased, place of burial and any remarks.
State censuses were created by the state of New York and were taken about every ten years beginning in 1795.
For a list of records by localities and dates currently published in this collection, select the Browse link from the collection landing page.
These records are for the year 1865.
The census was compiled to obtain a count and description of the population of the state of New York.
Use the information with some caution, since the information may have been given to a census taker by any member of the family or by a neighbor. Some information may have been incorrect or deliberately falsified.
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- "New York, State Census, 1865" Images. FamilySearch. http://FamilySearch.org : accessed 2013. Citing Secretary of State. State Library, Albany.
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Record Content
Key genealogical facts found in the population schedules of the 1865 New York State Census are:
- Name of every person whose usual place of abode was with this family on 1 June 1865
- Head of household, name of employer
- Name of each person in household
- Age, gender, race of each person
- Marital status and occupation of each person
- Relationship to head of household
- In what county of New York or in what state or country born
- Child's birth number
- Number of times married
- Citizenship (native, naturalized or alien)
- If a land owner
- If over 21 and illiterate
- If handicapped
- If currently or formerly in the Army or Navy
How to Use the Records
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Look at the images one by one comparing the information with what you already know about your ancestors to determine which one is your ancestor. You may need to compare the information about more than one person to make this determination.
A census can provide you with names and ages of family members, which can then be used to calculate birth or marriage dates. It can provide the county and town where your ancestor lived, people living with (or gone from) the family, and relatives that may have lived nearby. The census may identify persons for whom other records do not exist.
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Using the Information
When you have located your ancestor's record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. Make a photocopy of the record, or extract the genealogical information needed. These pieces of information may give you new biographical details. Add this new information to your records of each family. The information may also lead you to other records about your ancestors. The following examples show ways you can use the information:
- Use the age listed to determine an approximate birth date. This date along with the place of birth can help you find a birth record. Birth records often list biographical and marital details about the parents and close relatives other than the immediate family.
- Birth places can tell you former residences and can help to establish a migration pattern for the family.
- Use the race information to find records related to that ethnicity such as records of the Freedman's Bureau or Indian censuses.
- Use the naturalization information to find their naturalization papers in the county court records. It can also help you locate immigration records such as a passenger list which would usually be kept records at the port of entry into the United States.
- If they are subject to military service they may have military files in the State or National Archives.
- Occupations listed can lead you to employment records or other types of records such as school records; children's occupations are often listed as "at school."
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- Married family members may have lived nearby but in a separate household so you may want to search an entire town, neighboring towns, or even a county.
- You may be able to identify an earlier generation if elderly parents were living with or close by a married child.
- You may be able to identify a younger generation if a young married couple still lived with one of their sets of parents.
- Additional searches may be needed to locate all members of a particular family in the census.
- The census may identify persons for whom other records do not exist.
- It is often helpful to extract the information on all families with the same surname in the same general area. If the surname is uncommon, it is likely that those living in the same area were related.
- Be sure to extract all families before you look at other records. The relationships given will help you to organize family groups. The family groupings will help you identify related families when you discover additional information in other records.
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Benghazi Review Panel Member: Fox-Promoted GOP Claims Against Clinton Are "Total Bullshit"
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A member of the independent panel that reviewed the September attack on a U.S. diplomatic facility in Benghazi, Libya is calling attempts by Fox News and congressional Republicans to blame Hillary Clinton for the deaths of U.S. personnel "total bullshit."
Fox News has been promoting Republican attacks blaming Hillary Clinton for security cutbacks prior to the September 2012 attack on the U.S. diplomatic facility in Benghazi, Libya. But Richard Shinnick, a member of the five-person State Department Accountability Review Board that reviewed the Benghazi attacks last fall, says such claims are unfounded.
"Hillary Clinton was never in the loop for that," said Shinnick, a former 27-year foreign services officer. "It just doesn't make any sense to anybody who understands the State Department. They all know that the Secretary of State was never in that chain of responding to Benghazi, it just wasn't so."
On April 25, the Republican chairmen of five House committees released a report that stated Clinton's congressional testimony that she was unaware of requests for additional security at the Benghazi compound was false, citing a cable signed by Clinton that responded to one such request by calling for security cuts. Fox News, which has frequently harped on the Benghazi attack to criticize the Obama administration, quickly promoted the GOP attacks, calling them a "Benghazi Bombshell."
The Republican report specifically criticized the Accountability Review Board for failing to criticize Clinton:
The Board's finding regarding the security decisions in Benghazi, however, was limited to Diplomatic Security professionals and the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs. The Committees' review shows that the leadership failure in relation to security and policy in Benghazi extended to the highest levels of the State Department, including Secretary Clinton.
But Shinnick says the claim that Clinton's signature on the cable indicates her involvement misrepresents how the State Department operates. He said many directives and orders come through that office without the secretary personally reviewing each.
"Every single cable going out is signed 'Clinton,' it is the normal procedure," Shinnick said. "Millions of cables come into the operation center every year, not thousands, millions. And they are all addressed Hillary Clinton."
"So you can make a story that Hillary saw a cable and didn't act on it or sent a cable out; it's all bullshit, it's all total bullshit," Shinnick stressed. "I can't be any clearer than that. I read those stories and fortunately or unfortunately the people on the ARB understood that. If you don't want to believe that, then go chase a story."
Specifically, the ARB report cited four State Department officials for criticism, but did not mention Clinton:
The Board found that certain senior State Department officials within two bureaus in critical positions of authority and responsibility in Washington demonstrated a lack of proactive leadership and management ability appropriate for the State Department's senior ranks in their responses to security concerns posed by Special Mission Benghazi, given the deteriorating threat environment and the lack of reliable host government protection.
However, the Board did not find that any individual U.S. Government employee engaged in misconduct or willfully ignored his or her responsibilities, and, therefore did not find reasonable cause to believe that an individual breached his or her duty so as to be the subject of a recommendation for disciplinary action.
"I stand by that, I signed the report, the four people, that's where we tracked it through," Shinnick said.
Shinnick's past foreign service has included serving as deputy executive director of the Bureau of European and Canadian Affairs and deputy director for operations of the Foreign Buildings Office, which is now the Overseas Buildings Operations.
He noted that so many directives are issued and decisions made under Clinton that she or any Secretary of State are unable to personally review each.
"She has undersecretaries, there's deputy secretaries, they have assistant secretaries," he said. "The assistant secretaries are presidential appointees specifically responsible for those duties. I am sure there are people who would like to connect the Secretary of State to that. There could be a shortage of drinking water somewhere and [critics would say] 'why doesn't Hilary send water?'
Shinnick's comments are consistent with several media reports finding that all such messages from the State Department to diplomatic facilities abroad are sent out over the secretary's signature.
Another State Department veteran who agreed with Shinnick's view is Michael A. Newton, a professor at Vanderbilt University Law School and former senior advisor to the Ambassador-at-Large for War Crimes from 1999 to 2002.
"There are many, many layers over any action between the secretary and any desk officer or a staff officer," said Newton. "It takes a lot of effort to get something personally in front of the secretary. It's a very complex place to work."
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Soon adventurous athletes from all over will descend on Polk County for the first-ever Green River Games, which will be held Sept. 6-8.
Soon adventurous athletes from all over will descend on Polk County for the first-ever Green River Games with competitions in kayaking, trail running and mountain biking. Scheduled for Sept. 6-8, the event promises challenges for daring competitors within the rugged natural lands around the Green River with its famous rapids.
The organizer for the event, John Grace of AMONGSTiT, Inc., has experience as an outdoor athlete and cinematographer as well as having worked with similar events — one of them the GoPro Mountain Games in Vail, Col. Being from this part of the country and then working out there, Grace said, emphasized to him the superiority of the Green River Game Lands.
"Vail really doesn't compare," he said, "when it comes to the athlete's perspective."
The "incredible terrain" and relative ease of access to the river with its Class V rapids — with names like Frankenstein, Gorilla and Go Left and Die — are elements that recommend the Green River area to outdoor enthusiasts.
The tract known as the Green River Game Lands encompasses more than 10,000 state-owned acres managed by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. The area straddles the line between Henderson and Polk counties. The Green Narrows section of the Green River, from Big Hungry Creek to Fishtop Access, is famous among kayakers for the Class IV and Class V rapids. The American Whitewater organization calls it "the Southeast's most famous steep creek."
Grace said the record rainfalls this summer should not make things more difficult for participants. The river is dam-controlled, and, he said, as long as there is not a heavy rainfall right before the race, the extra water will not make a difference.
"The people out there are not amateurs," he said.
Grace knows the river well, having been the organizer for the last eight years of the annual Green Race held the first Saturday in November since 1996. The event, held on the steepest section of the Green River Narrows, now draws more than 100 kayakers each year and has become one of the most well-known extreme races in the country.
In addition to water events, the Green River Games will also include mountain biking and trail running competitions.
"It should be noted," Grace said, "that this will be the first time there has ever been trail running and mountain biking on this land."
That has meant the necessity of more than 100 volunteer hours clearing debris and making sure the 15 miles of trails that will be used are race-ready.
The "marquee event" of all the races, Grace said, will be the Sierra Nevada Silverback, referred to on the event's website as "possibly the most difficult multi-sport event in the world." It combines eight miles of kayaking through the difficult stretch of the Green River, eight miles of mountain biking and eight miles of trail running. Participants, Grace said, have to be "expert kayakers, talented trail runners and really good mountain bikers." Of other races in other events, Grace said, "I can't think of one that compares to it."
He expects 20 to 30 participants to sign up for the Silverback. In other places, he said, there would not be that kind of participation for an event like this one.
"We have so many top-notch outdoor athletes in this area," he said.
This competition combines a division for teams along with ones for individual men and women.
For those who want to test themselves in tamer waters, there is the Mountain Stand-up Paddle (SUP) Championship and the Upper Green Race which welcomes kayaks and canoes. The top 10 racers overall in the Mountain SUP race on Saturday will be invited to compete Sunday in the Mountain SUP Class III+ exhibition event, a �-mile down river sprint in the Upper Green.
Another challenging race will be the Oskar Blues Enduro, a race that times bikers in three downhill stages with climbs between the downhill rides. During the course of this race, participants gain elevation of 3,000 feet.
Running races include the Big Hungry 10K (6.2 miles), the Big Hungry Half Marathon, and the Cove Climb 6K. The last of these has a course running along the Green River and up 17 switchbacks on Green River Cove Road — a climb of 1,000 feet — with a finish in downtown Saluda.
A portion of the proceeds from this race will be used to fund field trips for Polk County fifth-graders. The field trip will consist of a day in the Green River Gorge for hiking and rafting in order, the website states, to "educate students on the value of these protected lands and the recreational benefits they offer."
In all there are seven paddling, running and biking events. All events include divisions for men and women and require registration.
Registration has gone well so far, Grace said, with more than 50 participants signed up with three weeks left to go before the race. Most people tend to wait until the last week to sign up, he said. Registration information is listed on the website, with participants encouraged to register early. Those registering on the last day before the races will pay a late charge.
Because the Green River Gorge is so rugged, Grace said, it is not especially "friendly" to spectators.
"The best place to gather will be the Wilderness Cove Campground on Green River Cove Road in Saluda. After Saturday's events, when the Green River Beer Fest is held in conjunction with the awards ceremony at Saluda Party Place, there will be high-definition footage of the day's events on a Jumbotron," Grace said.
Grace's company, AMONGSTiT, Inc., is a content-marketing company that produces video of special events such as this one.
The last volunteer work day will be held Saturday. Those who would like to help make sure the trails are ready for the big day are asked to meet at Pulliam Creek trailhead at 9 a.m.
With trails cleared, water bars dug and registrants from Kentucky to Florida on the rosters, Grace said, "We're ready to race."
Information about the events, registration, parking and the Beer Fest can be found at www.greenrivergames.com.


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Today, Arnold Schwarzenegger endorsed a proposition supporting funding for embryonic stem cell research. One of the many claims made by supporters of stem cell research is that it can help find a cure for Alzheimer's Disease, which afflicts nearly 3% of Americans between the ages of 65 and 74.
The concept of using embryonic stem cells to cure such diseases is tantalizing: in principle, the idea that such cells can be "nudged" into forming different kinds of adult cells indicates that cells (like brains cells) that do not regenerate can be replaced/replenished using stem cells.
What worries me though are the kinds of claims that are being made on behalf of stem cell research. Strategically, one can understand the desire to relate this to actual disease prevention (almost all NIH grant proposals mention a connection cancer in the first few paragraphs !), but it also appears at least plausible that there is a long way to go from the basic science of stem cell development to an actual disease treatment. Suppose a cure for Alzheimer's is really fifty years away, or longer. Is there a risk of a 'crying wolf' effect, where the promises of the research are so far that policy makers start becoming more skeptical ?
The reason I even bring this up is because I am reminded of a similar plight that overtook AI after its heyday in the 60s. Extreme amounts of hype, and the claim that soon computers could mimic humans, gave way to a serious backlash, and then finally a more nuanced understanding of the potential and limits of AI-related disciplines (fields like robotics/vision/learning appeared to flourish once they were not bound to the chains of "intelligence" and had more specific, local goals).
This may sound heretical, but sometimes working away from the limelight can be a lot better for a field; the real questions can be answered without having to worry about politics and controversy entering the picture (as in warming, global).
There is an element of blaming the victim here, I admit. After all, stem cell researchers would probably have been content to labor in obscurity if the issue hadn't been brought front and center by administration policy way back in 2001. Critics may complain that there is a serious ethical issue at stake here; I actually feel the ethical dilemma is more manufactured than real, hinging as it does on 'angels on the point of a pin'-like discussions about exactly when life starts.


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Jazz top Warriors 97-90, regain 8th spot in West while spoiling Golden State's party
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OAKLAND, Calif. – Some Utah Jazz players watched the Lakers-Clippers game on a big-screen television inside the locker room while they prepared to face the Golden State Warriors. Others followed the contest on cellphones while riding on the late bus to the arena. Coach Tyrone Corbin just checked the final score when the Lakers lost.
"You could see the look on everybody's face change," Jazz guard Randy Foye said. "Nobody said anything. It was just everybody had that look on their face, 'You know what time it is. You know what we have to do.'"
While the Warriors had a chance to seal a playoff spot, Utah seized the opportunity for itself.
Mo Williams hit a huge 3-pointer in the final seconds to finish with 25 points, Al Jefferson added 19 points and 12 rebounds and the Jazz regained the Western Conference's final playoff position over the Lakers by holding off the Warriors 97-90 on Sunday night for a monumental road win.
"I can't say enough about this group of guys," Corbin said. "This was all about them and them wanting it, and the way they came out. Although we made some mistakes in the game, everybody laid everything they had in them out there on the floor."
Williams' 3-pointer with 13.4 seconds remaining put Utah ahead by six and spoiled Golden State's shot to clinch a playoff berth in front of a 29th sellout crowd of 19,596. The Jazz moved a half-game ahead of the Lakers for the eighth seed. Utah also owns the tiebreaker after winning the season series 2-1 against the Lakers, who lost to the Clippers 109-95 earlier in the day.
"Four games left. We've got have them," Jefferson said.
Stephen Curry scored 17 of his 22 points in the first half and Klay Thompson had 20 points for the Warriors, who were trying to clinch a postseason spot for the first time since 2007 and just the second in 19 years.
Now that celebration will have to wait.
David Lee, who has never been to the playoffs in his eight NBA seasons, added 21 points and 13 rebounds for Golden State, which was outplayed inside by Utah's front line of Jefferson, Derrick Favors (12 points, 13 rebounds) and Paul Millsap (11 points, six rebounds) most of the way.
"We still control our own situation, which is good, but you don't want to have this feeling again," Curry said. "We've got to get it done and there's no excuse for us not to."
The Jazz looked every bit like a team playing with everything at stake, just as Corbin had hoped before the game. They outhustled and outmuscled Golden State for most of 48 minutes, holding off one final flurry for a critical win in front of the an Oracle Arena crowd eager to celebrate.
After the Warriors went down 11 points late in the fourth quarter, Thompson and Curry each hit a 3-pointer to cut Utah's lead to 91-86 with 3:28 to play. Reserve Draymond Green followed by tipping in Lee's miss to bring the Warriors within three.
Jefferson hit a jumper that silenced fans standing all over the arena, then Lee answered with a layup to bring the crowd back to full throat. Golden State forced another stop, but wasted the offensive opportunity.
Green had his layup blocked by Favors, who keyed Utah's defense all game, but got the ball back and tossed it out to Jarrett Jack — who missed a contested 3-pointer with the shot clock winding down. The Jazz isolated Williams at the top of the arc against Green, and he drained the shot that sent Utah home with a monumental win.
"I don't know what's going on with them, to be honest," Williams said of Golden State's playoff-starved crowd. "We've got enough going on with us."
The Warriors are just a game ahead of Houston — which owns the tiebreaker after winning the season series 3-1 — for the West's sixth seed. Golden State still needs any combination of two wins or losses by the conference's ninth team to seal a playoff berth.
"They played like a team that their playoff lives depended on this game," Warriors coach Mark Jackson said. "We played, at times, like a team that had a cushion."
Curry kept the Warriors close by scoring the first nine points during his team's erratic start, which included four turnovers in the game's first 4:12. He made his first three shots from the arc, the last giving Golden State a 38-29 lead midway through the second quarter.
The Jazz erased that deficit in fewer than four minutes behind a 17-4 run capped by Gordon Hayward's 3-pointer. After going ahead by 10 points on consecutive deep 3s by Foye and Williams, Utah held on for a 56-48 halftime lead.
Golden State sliced Utah's lead to a point in the third quarter before the Jazz took control again. Jefferson converted a layup over Jack to start a three-point play that highlighted a 10-1 spurt that put Utah up 75-65, a deficit the Warriors never could overcome.
"No way," Favors said, "did I want to see them celebrate."
NOTES: Utah won the season series 2-1. ... Jazz reserve F Alec Burks sat out with a sprained right ankle, which occurred during Utah's win over New Orleans on Friday night. He is day to day. ... The Warriors signed G Scott Machado from Santa Cruz of the NBA Development League to a 10-day contract.


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Snowden Accuses UK Gov't Of Leaking Documents He Never Leaked To Make Him Look Bad
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I have never spoken with, worked with, or provided any journalistic materials to the Independent. The journalists I have worked with have, at my request, been judicious and careful in ensuring that the only things disclosed are what the public should know but that does not place any person in danger. People at all levels of society up to and including the President of the United States have recognized the contribution of these careful disclosures to a necessary public debate, and we are proud of this record.If you read the Independent's coverage carefully, they never actually claim they got the documents from Snowden, even if they leave that impression. Instead, they claim that "information on [the base's] activities was contained in the leaked documents obtained from the NSA by Edward Snowden." In other words, they got that information from someone else -- almost certainly the UK government. And, yes, that's convenient timing for the UK government to claim that some of the documents that Snowden downloaded might contain useful information to terrorists, so that they can then turn around and argue that they detained Miranda and took all of his electronics (and destroyed a Guardian hard drive) to avoid having this information "fall into the hands of terrorists."
It appears that the UK government is now seeking to create an appearance that the Guardian and Washington Post's disclosures are harmful, and they are doing so by intentionally leaking harmful information to The Independent and attributing it to others. The UK government should explain the reasoning behind this decision to disclose information that, were it released by a private citizen, they would argue is a criminal act.
The Independent article also implies that the UK government is afraid that Greenwald is going to start revealing this type of info in response to the Miranda detention, even though there's no basis to believe that all. Greenwald has been quite careful so far not to reveal any information that puts anyone at risk, so it's odd to believe that he'd start doing so now. Of course, it's fairly bizarre since the Independent story itself contains tons of details -- the kinds of details that Greenwald has avoided.
If Snowden's assertion is correct -- and it does seem like the most plausible argument at this point -- then it highlights the ridiculous lengths to which the UK government is going: releasing potentially damaging information that Snowden himself has avoided revealing just to suggest that Snowden was leaking damaging information. Incredible.


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Bar Refaeli: My Secret is Living A Healthy Lifestyle
Bar Refaeli rocks a black and blue bikini as she vacations with her rumored beau, David Fisher, on Sunday (July 24) in Porto Cervo, Italy.
The 26-year-old Israeli model pulled on a scarf, sweater, and a pair of shorts as she and David headed home after sunbathing.
Bar recently filled Vogue UK in on the secret of her figure.
"My secret is living a healthy lifestyle," Bar dished. "It's really important because looking glamorous and looking sexy comes also from the inside, so if you eat healthy, if you work out, if you keep in shape; also having a sense of humour about life, taking things easy – it's a big part of the way you present yourself."


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Drum sticks: the best sticks and brushes in the world today
This is a constantly updated gallery of the best drum sticks and brushes on the planet - from high-end signature models to budget whackers and every nylon-tip, wire brush and synthetic stick in between, there's a pair here to suit every drummer.
All the sticks here are hand-picked from the buyers' guide pages of Rhythm magazine following a gruelling test process.
First up: straight in with the best-of-the-best, Vic Firth's high-end models
Best high-end drum sticks: Vic Firth
MusicRadar's verdict:
These are truly professional sticks. Many of Vic Firth's beautifully finished and popular wood-tip models are now available with nylon tips rather than just a bulky generic tip shape. Also, the tips on the coloured models have been left with a natural finish so they don't mark your drumheads, which is an extremely nice touch indeed.
4 out of 5
If you like Vic Firth's drum sticks, you'll also like:
Vater drum sticks
Pro-Mark drum sticks
Zildjian drum sticks
Regal Tip drum sticks
Next: Best nylon-tipped drum sticks: Regal Tip E Series
Best nylon-tipped drum sticks: Regal Tip E Series
MusicRadar's verdict:
From our experience, the E Series sticks - from the originator of the nylon tip, Mr Joe Calato - exhibit the best feel and sound of any nylon tipped stick ever created. These durable sticks sound much more like a wood tip due to their unique vented tip design and, of course, feature Regal Tip's easy-to-grip finish.
If you like Regal Tip's E Series drum sticks, you'll also like:
Vic Firth Nylon-Tipped Models
Vater Nylon-Tipped Models
Zildjian Nylon-Tipped Models
Pro-Mark White Oak Series drum sticks
Next: Best drum brushes: Regal Tip 583R Retractable Wire Brushes
Best drum brushes: Regal Tip 583R Retractable Wire Brushes
MusicRadar's verdict:
For many players, these durable and great-sounding brushes are the favoured model for a variety of reasons. The rubber handles feel warm and tactile when playing, they keep their position well when extended and they outlast most of the competition. A true classic. Also try the more rigid-feeling Regal Tip Jeff Hamilton model.
4 out of 5
If you like Regal Tip's 583R Retractable Wire Brushes, you'll also like:
Premier Rubber-Handle wire brushes
Vater Wire Tap brushes
Regal Tip Fat Cat Nylon brushes
Flix Models
Next: Best budget drum sticks: Vic Firth Nova
Best budget drum sticks: Vic Firth Nova
MusicRadar's verdict:
This budget range from stick giants Vic Firth includes not only regular finish but also exotic black and red sets for half the price of the popular Vic Firth sticks. They might have minor cosmetic blemishes but, as cut-price versions of their big brother, they are made in the US and will serve you well.
4 out of 5
If you like Vic Firth's Nova sticks, you'll also like
Shaw Supremo Sticks
DW3 Drumsticks
Pro-Mark LA Special drum sticks
Pro Orca drum sticks
Next: Best signature drum sticks: Vic Firth Signature models
Best signature drum sticks: Vic Firth Signature models
MusicRadar's verdict:
This highly regarded company, whose signature lines include the likes of Steve Gadd, Peter Erskine and Stanton Moore, sets a serious modern standard that others are often compared to. It was founded by a highly successful working percussionist who started designing his own personal mallets and sticks before deciding to manufacture them for the mass market.
4 out of 5
If you like Vic Firth's Signature sticks, you'll also like:
Zildjian Artist Series drum sticks
Pro-Mark Signature Model drum sticks
Vater Signature Model drum sticks
Regal Tip Performer Series drum sticks
Next: Best synthetic drum sticks: Ahead 5AB Hybrid
Best synthetic drum sticks: Ahead 5AB Hybrid
MusicRadar's verdict:
Slim and versatile, rather than thick and heavy, Ahead's newest model breaks away from its metal-head tree trunk dimensions and provides an airy feel, with an extremely articulate tip.
4 out of 5
If you like Ahead's 5AB Hybrid drum sticks, you'll also like:
Ahead Signature Models
Techra Carbon Rock Pro
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Three women representing three seminaries related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) have been selected by Presbyterian Women to receive the 2011-12 Women of Color supplemental award.
The award recipients are:
- Changyung Gim, Columbia Theological Seminary, Decatur, Ga.
- Whitney Fauntleroy, Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton, N.J.
- Chandra Kearns, Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Louisville, Ky.
Presbyterian Women (PW), an independent organization within the PC(USA) of more than 300,000 women, is dedicated to strengthening the Presbyterian Church by opening the church to receive the gifts of women. The Women of Color supplemental award, a focus of the PW Grant for Theological Education, both reflects and continues the church's broader commitment to support and encourage women pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at one of the PC(USA)'s related seminaries. "Women of color are the least represented group on our campuses," said Ann Ferguson, coordinator for PW. "The supplemental award was created to support women of color called to pastoral ministry to complete their theological education and share their gifts with the church."
Supplemental grants may be awarded over and above the Presbyterian Study Grant—a program designed for theological students preparing to serve in PC(USA) congregations—if the applicant demonstrates financial need.
The Women of Color supplemental award and the Presbyterian Study Grant are both managed by the General Assembly Mission Council's Office of Financial Aid for Studies. "The supplemental awards reduce the need for loans to meet our future leaders' educational expenses," said Laura Bryan, associate for Financial Aid for Studies. "We are grateful to Presbyterian Women for their commitment to removing barriers to education for racial ethnic women."
Bryan cited a recent study from the National Center for Education Statistics which revealed that while a significantly higher percentage of racial ethnic students receive scholarships than their peers, a higher percentage of racial ethnic students are also borrowing to pay for their education. She also noted the rising cost of education.
"Students borrow when they lack other means of support," she said. "We believe that this higher percentage of racial ethnic students borrowing underscores the need to continue to develop resources for racial ethnic students and to encourage racial ethnic students to apply for aid. Education costs are outpacing the growth of income from endowments."
When Kearns was notified that she was one of the three award recipients, she started to cry. "Praise the Lord," Kearns said. "I didn't even know that I was up for the award." Kearns, a member of Central Presbyterian Church in Louisville, is a candidate under the care of Mid-Kentucky Presbytery. In addition to the support she receives from the Presbyterian Study Grant and Louisville Seminary, Kearns works nights at UPS to pay for her education.
Gim is a member of the Korean Presbyterian Church of Lawrence, Kan., and a candidate under the care of Midwest Hanmi Presbytery. Fauntleroy is a member of Davie Street Presbyterian Church in Raleigh, N.C., and a candidate under the care of New Hope Presbytery.
Presbyterian Women chose to select the three seniors with the greatest need from the pool of potential applicants.
"I don't know what to say except thank you for this," Gim said. "Indeed it is a great expression of the love and commitment of Presbyterian Women to women of color."
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In order to be considered for the Women of Color award, students must apply for the Presbyterian Study Grant in April. Presbyterian Study Grant applicants must be M.Div. or M.A.C.E. students attending a Presbyterian-related seminary full-time. M.Div. students must be enrolled as inquirers or candidates by PC(USA) presbyteries before the application deadline to be considered for an award. Eligible applicants demonstrating financial need are examined by a reading committee selecting no more than 125 students to receive a Presbyterian Study Grant. Approximately 15 percent of those selected are racial ethnic students, who may be considered for supplemental awards.
To make a gift to the award, send your check to:
Presbyterian Women Remittance Processing
P.O. Box 643652
Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3652
Indicate PW Theological Grant Fund #311 on the memo line of your check.


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By Paul Feinberg
William (Bill) L. Ballhaus ('98) was named president and chief executive officer of DynCorp International in May 2008. Since then, the company, which provides critical services to U.S. and allied civilian and military government agencies worldwide, has grown 45%, with revenue rising from $2 billion to over $3 billion. In today's economic environment, with big-name companies going bankrupt and millions of workers being laid off, this level of growth is significant, and Ballhaus notes that DynCorp's government services sector remains healthy even in these tough times.
Ballhaus is also the newest member of the UCLA Anderson Board of Visitors and is the scheduled Saturday keynote speaker at Anderson's upcoming Alumni Weekend (October 23-24, 2009). His topic is Growth Leadership.
"There is a difference between management leadership and growth leadership," Ballhaus explained. "There is a class of managers who are very good at optimization within a set of constraints. They manage efficiencies and improvements and focus on running a business within a certain market footprint." According to Ballhaus, growth leaders differ from management leaders in how they approach various constraints. "Growth leaders don't just try to win the game they are playing; they look to change the rules of the game. They look to change the constraints to enhance the growth of business," said Ballhaus.
He said that many leaders fall into the trap of trying to optimize growth within constraints they see as hard and fixed. But, Ballhaus added, most of these constraints are self-imposed and can be broken - and when they are broken the game changes and companies outperform their competition.
"At Dyncorp, where we have been one of the fastest growing government contractors, our growth has all been organic, winning contracts that were takeaways from our competitors and using new innovations in areas where we didn't operate previously."
Ballhaus acknowledges that DynCorp's growth over the past year is partly a result of being in the right field. As a former executive in the satellite industry (at The Boeing Company, previously Hughes Space and Communications), he knows that there are times when success means merely maintaining a flat rate of growth. But DynCorp is a defense contractor, as Ballhaus explains. It's a company in "government services in support of U.S. national security and foreign policy." And he adds, "Relative to the rest of the economy, that's an attractive, well-funded market to be in. Our capabilities are well-aligned with supporting U.S. national security and foreign policy, and with the 'smart power' needs of the situations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Those capabilities include nation-building and capacity-building, the training and mentoring of foreign government police and security institutions and personnel..."
DynCorp's global focus dovetails with Ballhaus' decision to join Anderson's Board of Visitors. First and foremost, he says he has a great affinity for the school, based on the caliber of the MBA program(s) and the experiences he had as a student. "I learned a tremendous amount about business and leadership while I was at Anderson," said Ballhaus, who is also on the Board of Advisors for the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science Institute for Technology Advancement. Now, he's enthusiastic about the global vision at Anderson.
"I'm excited about the global strategy Dean (Judy) Olian has brought to Anderson," Ballhaus said. "In today's increasingly global world, providing that experience to students is paramount. I'm very much intrigued by the opportunities and very supportive, and I wanted to get involved and share my experiences in that context."
For more about DynCorp International, click here.
For Bill Ballhaus' complete bio, click here.


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The new Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts Store at Blue Ridge Mall in Hendersonville will open May 17, and grand-opening celebrations will run from May 30 through June 1.
The new Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts Store at Blue Ridge Mall in Hendersonville will open May 17, and grand-opening celebrations will run from May 30 through June 1.
The first 100 guests each day of the grand opening will receive a Jo-Ann gift card ranging in value from $10-$250 — adults only, and one person customer.
Other events and specials include:
--Enter to win: One $500 Jo-Ann Gift Card will be awarded each day.
--Hot savings: Special grand-opening sales and offers throughout the store.
--Free reusable tote bag: Customers who spend $20 or more each day will receive a free tote bag (while supplies last).
--Teacher Appreciation Day: All day Saturday, teachers receive 20 percent off their total purchase with current teacher identification.
--Free creative demonstrations: Each day starting at 11 a.m.
--Learn with Jo-Ann: Open house for classes on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m., and save 50 percent on selected classes.
--Make it-take it: Kids can make their own craft to take home on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (while supplies last).
"Jo-Ann is excited to join the Hendersonville community and offer its crafting and sewing enthusiasts a one-stop-shop for all of their craft and sewing supplies and inspiration," said Joe Adams, public relations specialist.
The new store will provide a large assortment of crafting, floral, seasonal accessories, finished home-d�cor items and an expansive selection of fabrics for apparel, crafting and home decorating. Creative classes designed to teach a variety of sewing and crafting techniques at all skill levels will be offered.
Typically, new stores employee 20 to 30 team members, comprised of a full-time management staff of five, with the remainder being part-time team members. More information can be found at www.joann.com/hendersonville.


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Via traditional and untraditional methods, Roger Abshire of Kaplan combines tender care and strict technique to train elite police- and personal-protection canines.
Louisiana continues to be a hot spot for reality shows.
Gatherings, carnivals and activities around Acadiana.
The meteoric rise of Lafayette landscape artist Kelli Kaufman parallels the almost-fantastical nature of her abstract portraits of Acadiana.
Swamp Stereotypes & Truths


text: San Francisco (February 7, 2013) – Kenshoo (www.kenshoo.com), a global leader in digital marketing technology, announced strategic alignment of its paid search campaign creation and bid optimization solutions to help marketers capitalize on opportunities created by Google's new enhanced campaigns offering, unveiled publicly on Google's Inside AdWords blog. "Over the years, Kenshoo has invested significantly in new capabilities around mobile as well as upgrading our local platform. Yesterday, Google made a clear statement about the growing role mobile devices play in our ever-connected world and the importance of taking a holistic approach to multi-device marketing," said Will Martin-Gill, general manager of Kenshoo Search. "Kenshoo clients are actively generating strong returns on mobile search investment and we support Google's efforts to further capture the opportunity provided by enhanced campaigns." Looking at paid search in Q4 2012 across an index of Kenshoo clients, mobile devices earned a disproportionately large share of clicks relative to budgets. In the U.S., mobile phones and tablets accounted for 19 percent of all paid search clicks but just 13 percent of ad spend. In the U.K., mobile devices represented 21 percent of all clicks while receiving 13 percent budget share. Kenshoo anticipates Google enhanced campaigns will boost the volume of mobile AdWords ads, while likely increasing competition among advertisers and improving the quality of the mobile search experience for searchers. "Kenshoo has long advised our advertiser and agency partners to dive in head-first with mobile and prepare for the inevitable heightened competition and costs that will come as more and more advertisers embrace the offering," added Martin-Gill. "Google's announcement will further accelerate mobile advertising adoption, making it more important than ever for marketers to leverage Kenshoo's tools for automated campaign management and advanced portfolio bid optimization." As part of Kenshoo's partnership with Google, the two companies are working closely together as Google updates its AdWords API to ensure Kenshoo's client base of leading advertisers and agencies will be prepared to capitalize on the new opportunities presented by Google enhanced campaigns. About Kenshoo Kenshoo is a digital marketing technology company that engineers premium solutions for search marketing, social media and online advertising. Brands, agencies and developers use Kenshoo Enterprise, Kenshoo Local and Kenshoo Social to direct more than $25 billion in annual client sales revenue. The Kenshoo Universal Platform delivers automation, intelligence, integration and scale to make better marketing investments. With campaigns running in more than 190 countries for nearly half of the Fortune 50 and all 10 top global ad agency networks, Kenshoo clients include CareerBuilder, Expedia, Facebook, KAYAK, Havas Digital, Hitwise, iREP, John Lewis, Resolution Media, Sears, Starcom MediaVest Group, Tesco, Travelocity, Walgreens, and Zappos. Kenshoo has 16 international locations and is backed by Sequoia Capital, Arts Alliance and Tenaya Capital. Please visit www.Kenshoo.com for more information. Kenshoo is a trademark of Kenshoo Ltd. Other company and brand names may be trademarks of their respective owners.


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Nov. 26, 2006
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - After taking a 30-23 lead into the locker room at halftime, the UC Santa Barbara women's basketball team was outscored 19-5 to open the second half and lost to North Carolina State 64-55 Sunday afternoon in the Thunderdome. Junior center Jenna Green led the Gauchos with a game-high 21 points in the loss.
Khadijah Whittington scored a team-high 15 points for NC State and the Wolfpack improve to 4-2 this season with the victory. UCSB falls to 1-4 after losing its fourth straight.
Sophomore guard Whitney Warren turned in another solid performance with 13 points for the Gauchos after registering a career-high 18 Friday night in the loss to 24th-ranked Louisville. Junior guard Jessica Wilson added 11 for the second consecutive game.
Marquetta Dickens, Shayla Fields, and Nakitta Gartrell all put in 10 points for NC State.
After Dickens hit a jumper to give the Wolfpack a 9-8 advantage at the 14:19 mark, Warren scored on a driving layup, Wilson hit a jumper and Warren came right back with another basket to give the Gauchos a 14-9 lead. UCSB led for the duration of the opening half after that point and took its biggest lead at 30-21, following a pair of free throws from freshman Ariana Gnekow with 51 seconds remaining in the first.
Green finished with 12 points on 6-for-7 shooting in the first half, while Warren added eight, and Gnekow chipped in with four points and four rebounds in 12 minutes off the bench. Santa Barbara made 50% (14-for-18) of its shots in the opening period and led by seven at halftime.
NC State shot just 33.3% in the first half, but came out of the gates firing in the second. The Wolfpack scored the first six points and out-scored the Gauchos 10-3 in the first 3:15 of the half to tie the game at 33-33. Dickens' layup gave the visitors their biggest cushion of 11 at 50-39, with 7:51 left on the clock.
UCSB climbed back to within three with 4:57 to play when Wilson knocked down a turn-around jumper, was fouled, and converted the free throw. Fields converted a three-point play of her own the Wolfpack's next trip, and Gartrell sank two free throws to put North Carolina State on top 56-48.
The Gauchos made one final push following a three pointer from freshman Jordan Franey to cut the deficit to just three once again at 57-54, with 3:41 left but that was as close as they would get.
Whittington answered with a baseline jumper and Fields knocked down a shot from the block to give the Wolfpack a seven-point advantage with 1:45 remaining. North Carolina State shot 54.8% in the second half and outscored UCSB 41-25.
In addition to making just 8-of-21 shots after halftime, second chance points and turnovers proved to be the Gauchos' Achilles heel. North Carolina State out-rebounded Santa Barbara 36-25 for the game, including 15 on the offensive glass, leading to a 10-2 advantage in second chance points. The Wolfpack also outscored the Gauchos 20-6 in the paint. Santa Barbara turned the ball over 19 times.
UCSB will now head to No. 1 Maryland next Saturday, December 2. The Gauchos will square off with the top-ranked Terrapins at 4:00 p.m. (PST) and then face Richmond Monday during their East Coast swing.


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Thirty-seven Audi Melges 20s Invade Porto Ercole For 2014 Audi Tron Sailing Series
9 May 2014
Porto Ercole, Italy - Thirty-seven Audi Melges 20s are ready and set to converge on Porto Ercole this weekend for the second act of the 2014 Audi-Tron Sailing Series — the very first environmentally friendly regatta of its kind. A very special thanks to title series sponsor Audi in strong partnership with Torqueedo as they provide electric outboard motors complementary to every team during the event.
The fleet is robust in representation and spirit. Competitors traveling from six nations are in attendance representing Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Monaco and Russia. This is an important milestone to consider as the International class works its way up to the pinnacle World Championship later in the year at Riva del Garda on 27-30 August.
Leading the charge from great success in Napoli is current overall series leader Guido Miani aboard Monaco Racing Fleet as well as runners up Achille Onorato on Mascalzone Latino, Jr. and Giancarlo Capolino on Legionario.
Other teams on the watch list are Dario Levi's Fremito D'Arja, Alessandro Rombelli's STIG, Lauro Bonora's Camay, Federico Albano's 3Menda and Mirko de Falco's Peccere. Newly crowned Russian Open Champion Valentin Zavadnikov and his Synergy team surely is on a performance upswing along with Pasquale Orofino's Raffica.
As in the past, the start of the Audi Tron Sailing Series means the return of the Audi test drives too. Located at the De Angelis pier, anyone can get behind the wheel of flagship models such as the A3 g-tron, S3 Sportback, A1 Sportback, SQ5 or RS6. For further details, please call 345.9585343, or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
In addition to main sponsor Audi, the Audi Tron is supported by official sponsors Kuehne+Nagel, Torqeedo electric motors and technical partners such as the Ente Fiera di Genova, Nespresso and Olicor.
As with other Audi Melges 20 events in Europe and around the world, racing updates will be posted online at the Official Audi Melges 20 Facebook Page. Tune in for the latest racing information, results, video interviews, and photos. Race reports, press releases and photos will be available online each day post racing at melges20.com.
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Along with the physical changes that occur as we get older, changes to our sleep patterns are a part of the normal aging process. As people age they tend to have a harder time falling asleep and more trouble staying asleep than when they were younger. It is a common misconception that sleep needs decline with age. In fact, research demonstrates that our sleep needs remain constant throughout adulthood. So, what's keeping seniors awake? Changes in the patterns of our sleep - what specialists call "sleep architecture" - occur as we age and this may contribute to sleep problems. Sleep occurs in multiple stages including dreamless periods of light and deep sleep, and occasional periods of active dreaming (REM sleep). The sleep cycle is repeated several times during the night and although total sleep time tends to remain constant, older people spend more time in the lighter stages of sleep than in deep sleep.
Many older adults, though certainly not all, also report being less satisfied with sleep and more tired during the day. Studies on the sleep habits of older Americans show an increase in the time it takes to fall asleep (sleep latency), an overall decline in REM sleep, and an increase in sleep fragmentation (waking up during the night) with age. The prevalence of sleep disorders also tends to increase with age. However, research suggests that much of the sleep disturbance among the elderly can be attributed to physical and psychiatric illnesses and the medications used to treat them.
In addition to changes in sleep architecture that occur as we age, other factors affecting sleep are the circadian rhythms that coordinate the timing of our bodily functions, including sleep. For example, older people tend to become sleepier in the early evening and wake earlier in the morning compared to younger adults. This pattern is called advanced sleep phase syndrome. The sleep rhythm is shifted forward so that 7 or 8 hours of sleep are still obtained but the individuals will wake up extremely early because they have gone to sleep quite early. The reason for these changes


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There is no appetite among the American people — or on the part of the two men competing for the U.S. presidency in Tuesday's election — for U.S. military intervention in Syria. That reluctance is sensible. Painful as it is to observe the deaths of tens of thousands of Syrians in the war between President Bashar Assad and insurgents inspired by the Arab Spring, the deployment of U.S. troops or a campaign of airstrikes under the rubric of a no-fly zone would enmesh the United States in an unpredictable conflict with a heavily armed ally of Iran on behalf of a fractious and fragmented rebel army. Even providing weapons to the rebels at this point would entail unacceptable risks that they would flow to Islamic extremists.
Given the unwillingness of the United States to use force to help dislodge Assad, some have suggested that it is therefore pointless for the U.S. to concern itself with shaping a post-Assad Syria. On the contrary, this country and other "friends of Syria" are behaving prudently in trying to identify and nurture an alternative political structure in the event that Assad falls.
Looking forward to this week's meeting of Syrian opposition figures in Qatar, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said last week that the Syrian National Council, a group dominated by longtime exiles, "can no longer be viewed as the visible leader of the opposition," though it could be "part of a larger opposition."


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A Spacious Kitchen Made for Socializing
Kate and her fiancé Joseph live in a beautiful (and completely gut renovated) 1904 shingle and stone farmhouse in Rhode Island. While planning the redesign and during the renovation itself the couple worked to be "mindful of the integrity and spirit of the house" while also bringing in beautiful wood workings, art, furniture, and top of the line appliances. The spacious kitchen is perhaps the highlight of the home.
With a kitchen this open and airy, how you could not use it for socializing? And they do, according to this description from the Apartment Therapy House Tour:
Big tables sit at the center of the kitchen and dining rooms awaiting gregarious parties of friends and family for holiday celebrations or casual farmers market feasts. On less festive, but equally jovial occasions, dining tables become conference tables and wine glasses make way for laptops. A little alcove off the kitchen houses a well-appointed stock of liquor, vintage ice buckets, and martini shakers. Guests can mix a drink then retreat to the hearthside in winter, or the porch overlooking the wilds of a nature preserve in summer.
A few resource notes: The leather handles on the kitchen cabinet doors (the couple's "biggest indulgence") were purchased in London, and the lighting fixture above the dining room table is from Wyeth in New York. The appliances are Aga and Sub Zero, and the stove is made by DCS—Kate's absolute favorite. As she says: "I used to have a Viking and the DCS has better control and is so much easier to clean."
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June 9 (Bloomberg) -- Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said President Barack Obama's plan to fix the economy through stimulus spending and government intervention to boost companies like General Motors Corp. has "already failed."
"Bureaucrats managing companies does not work, politicians dominating the economy does not work," Gingrich told about 2,000 Republicans who attended a fundraising dinner at the Washington Convention Center last night.
Gingrich was the keynote speaker at the event, which raised $14.5 million for the Republican House and Senate campaign committees as they gear up for the 2010 congressional election.
After last year's vote, Republicans find themselves outnumbered by Democrats in the House 256 to 178 and 59 to 40 in the Senate.
Some Republicans are hailing Gingrich, the leader of the 1994 "Republican Revolution" that brought them congressional majorities, as de facto head of the party at a time when they are looking the path back to political dominance.
In introducing him, Representative Paul Ryan of Wisconsin called Gingrich the "architect of the last reform movement" and "the man of ideas."
Democrats Respond
The Obama administration didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. A spokesman for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, Ryan Rudominer, said the comments by Gingrich and other Republican speakers at the dinner showed they "would rather bank on failure than work with Democrats." Congressional Republicans have "no new ideas," Rudominer, said.
Gingrich was preceded by a series of speakers who also took aim at Democrats and the government bailout of Detroit-based GM, New York-based American International Group Inc. and other companies, as well as the $787 billion economic stimulus legislation passed by the Democrat-controlled Congress in February.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky said Obama has a "radical agenda." Republicans have "watched them take over banks, insurance companies, auto companies," he said, "and now they want to take over your health care."
"We're going to need some wins next November to slow down their agenda," said McConnell. House Minority Leader John Boehner of Ohio said Democrats are using their control of Congress "to bury our children and the middle class under a mountain of debt."
Targeting Obama
Actor Jon Voight, the master of ceremonies, opened the evening with a series of sharp attacks on Obama, something many Republican leaders have been hesitant to do in light of the president's high approval ratings.
A USA Today/Gallup Poll taken May 29-31 gave him a 61 percent approval rating.
"We are becoming a weak nation," said Voight, calling Obama a "false prophet." Republicans need to find their way back to power to free the nation from "this Obama oppression," he said.
McConnell and Senator Orrin Hatch of Utah, who followed Voight, seemed pleasantly surprised.
"I'm still just reveling that someone from Hollywood made a speech like that. I hope you're going to be able to find work after this," said McConnell. "I really enjoyed that."
Senator John Cornyn of Texas, among the 150 members of Congress who attended, called the speech "refreshing."
Alaska Governor and last year's Republican vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin and Virginia Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell were among the guests.
Court Nominee
Gingrich dialed back his criticism of U.S. Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor, only saying she is "wrong" on the issue of quotas, without citing any rulings she had made in favor of racial quotas.
After Obama nominated Sotomayor on May 26, Gingrich posted a comment via the Internet saying, "A white man racist nominee would be forced to withdraw. Latina woman racist should also withdraw." The statement was criticized by Cornyn and other Senate Republicans.
On June 3, Gingrich took back his description of her as a "racist," though he continued to highlight her words in a 2001 speech as a "betrayal" of fundamental principles. In the speech, Sotomayor suggested a "wise Latina" would reach "better" decisions than a white male.
Obama nominated Sotomayor, 54, last month to succeed retiring Justice David Souter. If confirmed by the Senate, she would be the first Hispanic to sit on the nation's highest court.
The president said last week that Sotomayor probably "would have restated" her remarks if given the chance and that she was saying that her life experiences would help her understand other people's struggles.
Democratic strategist Dan Gerstein said Gingrich's comments and the attack on Obama showed "the double-edged sword" that Gingrich represents for the party.
"The people who generate the most buzz are the most polarizing, divisive and problematic leaders for the Republican Party," he said. "The worst thing they could do would be to focus on energizing their base and dredge up this hyper- partisan, polarizing politics Obama ran against and won on."
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A broken leg after skiing or a life saving heart transplantation – medical care costs a lot. So much that people without health insurance can hardly afford it. Therefore, Germany's government decided in the course of the health care reform on an obligatory insurance for all citizens in order to assure medical treatment for all that is being paid for by insurances. People that need to be insured by compulsory health insurance like employees have to follow this part of the reform since 1 April 2007, those with a private health insurance like self-employed and civil servants since 1st January 2009. However, other changes applying to health insured Germans since 2007 are that health insurances have to pay more rehabilitation measures and many vaccinations. Also, the ambulatory treatment in hospitals receives more attention.
A unitary contribution for more competition
The government hopes that changes in the insurance structure causes more transparency. That is the reason why the seven head organisations of the state insurance has been replaced by one head organisation on 1 July 2008. Also the financing of compulsory health insurance completely changes with the introduction of the health fund. Since 1 January 2009 those insured by state do not pay their contribution to their insurance but to a common fund with a unitary contribution of 15,5 percent. The German Federal Ministry of Health wants insurances to compete more since this gets the citizens to pay more attention to the services and not to an insurance fee. Furthermore, insurance companies that work more efficiently can pay back money to their customers, those not working efficiently need to demand additional fees.
New is also the mechanism how the money in the health fund is distributed. It depends on the diseases of the clients how much money the insurance receives from the fund. The criteria so far had only considered gender and age, now a list containing 80 diseases such as AIDS, several forms of cancer, dementia, epilepsy or stroke serves as the basis. The Federal Ministry of Health's intention was that the insurance companies can better plan care for their patients this way.
New basic rate for privately-insured patients
Finally, the private insurances are also subject to reform. Since 1 January 2009 a new basic rate exists which must be comparable with the basic rates of the compulsory health insurance. This basic rate applies to everybody and the private insurance companies can not anymore refuse people due to age or disease.
Simone Heimann


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Annette Rycharski, MS
Licenses Held
New Jersey Standard N-8 Certification, Elementary Education
New Jersey Standard Teacher of the Handicapped Certification
New York State Permanent Teacher Certification,
Nursery, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-6
New York State Permanent Special Education Certification,
Kindergarten through 12th Grade
New York City Substitute Teaching Certification,
Kindergarten through 6th Grade
- The Art and Science of Mentoring Your Field Experience Student 2013
"Voices from the Field"
New Jersey Teacher Partnership for Mentor Preparation
- Praxis Core Academic Skills Multi-State Study Panelist 2013
- New Jersey Field Directors Forum 2012
"Analysis of Clinical Experiences"
- Wood-Ridge Public Schools Professional Development 2001
"Cooperating Teachers Role and Responsibilities for Field Experiences and Student Teaching"
Awards and Honors
Kappa Delta Phi International Honor Society in Education – Inducted 1974
Summa Cum Laude Graduate – St. John's University, 1975
St. John's University Graduate Assistantship, School of Education – 1975-1977
Undergraduate and Graduate Programs
Council for Exceptional Children, St. John's University, Founding Member and
Secretary – 1975-1977
New Jersey Field Directors Forum, Secretary - 1999
Field(s) of Interest/Expertise
I am committed to providing students with a most motivating, challenging, and rewarding journey into the realm of teaching. It truly is a reciprocal journey as my students generate these responses within me as well. In Education of the Heart, Thomas Moore writes "…education is the art of enticing the soul to emerge from its cocoon, from its coil of potentiality and its cave of hiding. Education is not the piling on of learning, information, data, facts, skills, or abilities…but is rather a making visible what is hidden as a seed." I am appreciative that Felician College affords me the opportunity to uncover and nurture the seed within our School of Education students.
Courses Taught at Felician University
FYE 100 - Freshman Year Experience
ECED 307 - Nurturing the Expressive Arts in Young Children
EDU 100 - Freshman Field
EDU 101 - Freshman Field
EDU 102 - Physiology, Hygiene and Nutrition
EDU 205 - Professional Assessment and Outcomes
EDU 302 - Junior Field Experience/Seminar
EDU 304 - Junior Practicum and Inquiry Based Learning
EDU 304 - Junior Practicum and Inquiry Based Learning, Elementary
EDU 400 - Senior Field Seminar
EDU 401 - School Curriculum: Social Studies
EDU 403 - Student Teaching Seminar
EDU 404 - Student Teaching Supervision


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Describe how rye dough behaves-a delicious new learning curve.
It's time for rye bread in my repetoire of bread. I have been dabbling and learning some skills to work up to it and I think I'm finally ready. I've been adding rye flour to my WW and the perfume of the dough has really been heady-there is something about rye. Probably DNA memory from my German genes!
What I want to understand first is how a dough based on rye flour forms a loaf. In wheat bread, the gluten strands form a "net" and the starch forms a gel and between the 2, gas is trapped,gluten stretches but holds and the gel contains the gas produced from the yeast. It is risen to the not-quite-bursting stage and then set in place by heat. A little simplistic but accurate. The amount of gel(starch) and gluten and the type of loaf you want to achieve influence how the ingredients are chosen and the technique used to handle.
But rye is a little different. I get the impression rye dough is a lot more gel and a lot less gluten. So the dough needs to be well hydrated and take its time to allow the starch to form.pH and enzymes have an effect on this.This more gel-like dough structure must dictate a different technique used for mixing,handling and fermenting! Please tell me all about it. Do I have the dough description correct?
I will be re-reading a lot of the past posts in my journey but I hope the rye masters will jump in and there will be a summary of expertise generated here in this one thread-all about rye.


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Islam's Holy Month / Ramadan's fasting, feasting begin this weekend
1998-12-19 04:00:00 PDT BAY AREA -- While the Arab world contends with the conflict between the United States and Iraq, Muslims here and around the world are turning to the Ramadan holiday as a source of solace.
As the lunar calendar followed by about a billion Muslims worldwide makes its way around the seasons, it brings the Islamic holy month of Ramadan earlier each Western year.
In recent years, the cycle has made Ramadan, a month of daylong fasting that will begin this weekend, nearly coincide with Hanukkah and Christmas. In the United States, some 8 million will celebrate the holiday.
Ramadan begins with the new moon, and its commencement is not simultaneous throughout the world. Saudi Arabia, which includes Mecca and Medina, the holiest Islamic shrines, announced the beginning of Ramadan for today. Iraq, Lebanon, and the Gulf States will also begin observance today.
However, Egypt's chief Islamic official, Mufti Nasr Farid Wassel, said it would begin tomorrow in his country. In the Bay Area, the start of the holiday is tomorrow.
Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam, required for all members of the faith. The other pillars are the declaration of belief in a single god and the prophecy of Mohammed, daily prayers, the payment of charity and, for those who can afford it, the pilgrimage to Mecca.
During Ramadan, the ninth month in the 12-month Islamic calendar, Muslims fast during the daylight hours, break their fast with evening feasts drawing family and friends, and recite daily portions of the Koran, Islam's holy scripture.
"The fasting during Ramadan clears your mind and spirit. It affects your vision, making it clearer. It's about our whole life as Muslims," said Slimane Salim, an Algerian- born Muslim in his 30s who is a counter worker at Caffe Trieste in North Beach.
But although Ramadan is best known to non-Muslims for fasting and feasting, its religious significance is more closely associated with the revelation of the Koran by God to the prophet Mohammed.
"The essential reason we fast during Ramadan, rather than any other month, is because we believe that during Ramadan the Koran was first received by the Prophet Mohammed," said Maha ElGenaidi, executive director of Islamic Networks Inc., an educational group in San Jose.
Islam, like Judaism and Christianity, is a religion tracing its origins to Abraham.
Muslims honor Moses, Jesus and other prophets of the earlier revelations of one God, and view Islam as the completion of the monotheistic message delivered to Jews and Christians. Preaching in mosques often centers on the heroic life of Moses, known as Musa in the Koran, and Muslims honor the compassionate works of Jesus, called Isa in Arabic, and his mother Mary, for whom a surah, or chapter, of the Koran is named.
But Muslims also believe that the message of the Koran is the final testament from God, offering unambiguous evidence of the creator's greatness and the call to follow divine law. They view the Koran as the direct word of the creator to Mohammed, delivered by the angel Gabriel, or Jibril. The angel began by commanding Mohammed, "Read, in the name of your Lord who created humankind from a tiny germ!"
The prophet Mohammed preached about Ramadan, "Oh people! The Month of Allah the High has come with blessings, mercy and forgiveness. To Allah, this month is the best month. Its days are the best days. Its nights the best of all nights. Its hours the best of all hours. . . . So ask your Lord with truthful intentions and pure hearts that He would grant you success in fasting and reading His Book."
Ramadan also serves Muslims as a reminder of those whose situation is disadvantaged, such as the homeless and hungry.
"It's hard in the modern world to fast during the day, but those among our people who survived the prison camps and the other atrocities of the Balkan war will tend to celebrate it more," said Kenan Begovic of Menlo Park, a leader of California's Bosnian Muslim community.
"Among our people, Islam is a personal matter, and each will decide for him or herself how extensive their observance may be. But Bajram, at the end of Ramadan, remains a very big and popular holiday in Bosnia," he said.
Some activists have chosen this Ramadan to emphasize Muslim unity in protest against the U.S. conflict with Iraq.
Lorraine Al-Rawi, a Los Angeles resident who converted to Islam and is married to an Iraqi, was visiting Bay Area friends just before the bombing this week.
"In this special time of year, when all religions are celebrating their special holidays, knowing that many of the Iraqi people have been fasting for 96 months brings each and every one of us a responsibility," she said.
But while President Clinton commented on his reluctance to bomb Iraq during the holiday month, Shaikh Hisham Kabbani of Los Altos, chairman of the Islamic Supreme Council in America, noted that nothing in Islamic law specifically prohibits warfare during Ramadan.
It was during Ramadan, Kabbani said, that Syrian and Egyptian forces attacked Israel in the 1973 Yom Kippur War.
Kabbani said many of the organized Islamic groups in the United States are overly critical of U.S. policy and misrepresent the feelings of rank-and-file Muslims.
"We are peaceful Americans," he said. "Our children are born here. We are sharing this land."


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10:00 am
Cooking with Nick Stellino "Halibut with a Kick & Aristocratic Risotto" Chef Stellino is all about the details of simple techniques and his teaching style shines with brilliance in this episode, inspiring people to enjoy life with fabulous recipes and simple techniques. Nick visits the fish monger and the green grocer and prepares Halibut with Tequila & Jalapeno Pepper Sauce and Risotto with Zucchini, Goat Cheese & Prosciutto. D
10:30 am
Simply Ming "Caramelization with Guest Jody Adams" This week on Simply Ming - Caramelization - a technique that enhances both savory and sweet cooking. Done right it enhances a dish, and done wrong will turn it bitter. Joining Ming in the kitchen is Chef Jody Adams. D
11:00 am
Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home "Fish" Julia recreates a memorable Parisian meal of sole meuni re, followed by grilled halibut and poached snapper.G
11:30 am
Lidia's Italy In America "New England's Italy" As the Italian immigrants settled the Northeastern coast of the United States, they did what they knew from their homeland. In many cases, this included fishing for the local catch. In this episode, Lidia makes Calamari Fra Diavolo over Linguine and she also prepares a Salt Cod, Potato & String Bean Salad. D
12:00 pm
Making Meaning In Literature: A Workshop for Teachers, Grades 6-8 "Workshop 7. Assessment" In a classroom where students are actively engaged in literature, there is a need to find authentic assessment vehicles that measure their progress as readers and thinkers. In this program, teachers from around the country identify useful criteria that they have used in both formal and informal ongoing assessments. The group also talks about integrating their evaluation strategies in the milieu of traditional and highstakes assessments, while maintaining an emphasis on the individual growth of the readers in their classrooms. D
1:00 pm
Private Universe Project In Mathematics "Are You Convinced?" Proof making is one of the key ideas in mathematics. Looking at teachers and students grappling with the same probability problem, we see how two kinds of proof � proof by cases and proof by induction � naturally grow out of the need to justify and convince others.G
2:00 pm
In Search of the Novel "Who Owns The Novel?" This workshop probes the living nature of the novel by illustrating how each reader makes a novel his or her own. It shows how the interpretation of a novel can change, depending on the reader's culture, class, generation, gender, and personality. D
3:00 pm
Teaching Channel Presents "Middle School Math & Science" We'll immerse ourselves in Middle School math and science-from using your whole body to graph linear equations to going on a pond water safari-these classes are engaging and inventive. D
4:00 pm
Social Studies In Action: A Methodology Workshop, K-5 "Workshop 4. Applying Themes and Disciplines" What do we teach? Working from the NCSS themes and standards, the onscreen teachers identify approaches to integrating disciplines while teaching social studies content. Classroom video segments illustrate effective strategies for teaching across the curriculum and provide an opportunity to reflect on teaching practices. The session ends with the teachers developing a lesson plan that incorporates a variety of themes and disciplines. D
5:00 pm
Crafting at the Spotted Canary "Things That Shimmer" Who knew glitter could be so much fun, used in so many places and in so many different ways? A touch of glitter will make you happy - and working with glitter does result in a shimmering smile! Learn how to apply glitter using wet and dry adhesives as well as how to mix glitters to create designs with depth and dimension, on today's show. D
5:30 pm
Crafting at the Spotted Canary "Things That Say, Thank You" Life moves so quickly, we forget to slow down and say, "Thank you" - sometimes we send a quick "thanks" with a text or email, but a genuine symbol of appreciation is a handmade gift. Your friends will appreciate that you took time to craft something special - make a mason jar full of cookie ingredients, decorate an everyday item to create a functional book mark, or make a set of earrings with a special tag - and say a special, "thank you" to your friends. D
6:00 pm
Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home "(Not-Quite-Traditional) Roast Turkey Dinner" This meal is the holiday favorite that is so good, Julia and Jacques recommend it for any day of the year.Roast Turkey with sausage and cornbread stuffing, gravy made the old-fashioned way from the pan-drippings, accompanied by creamed onions and a zesty Cranberry-Apple Chutney. The "not-quite. D
6:30 pm
Home for Christy Rost: Thanksgiving Award-winning television chef, cookbook author and home design expert Christy Rost plans a festive Thanksgiving dinner for family and friends in her holiday special, A HOME FOR CHRISTY ROST: THANKSGIVING. Christy deftly weaves her cooking tips, seasonal recipes, table-setting ideas and more into an exploration of the storied history and renovation of her new home, the 19th-century Colorado mountain estate known as "Swan's Nest." The program culminates with the unveiling of the finished home - a process two years in the making - and Christy and her husband Randy sharing a Thanksgiving feast with their guests. D
7:30 pm
America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "A Slow and Easy Thanksgiving" Test cook Becky Hays uncovers the secrets to a slow and easy Thanksgiving with Braised Turkey and makes Bread Stuffing for a crowd. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reviews oven thermometers in the Equipment Corner. D
8:00 pm
Cooking with Julie Taboulie "Thanksgiving Traditions Take A Twist" NULL
8:30 pm
Heirloom Meals' Thanksgiving Hosted by Carole Murko, a culinary artist and public-radio personality, HEIRLOOM MEALS' THANKSGIVING explores America's diverse culinary history with the goal of preserving tried-and-true recipes and dining traditions. Shot in scenic Stockbridge, Mass., the one-hour special weaves together heartwarming stories to help viewers connect with their own memories of this beloved national holiday. D
9:30 pm
Christina "With Gratitude" It's time to count our blessings and celebrate with our loved ones gathered around us. But in a season dedicated to stuffing something, it need not be you! In this class, we'll create a feast that will win hearts and minds.and waistlines, making us all grateful we don't have to spend additional time on the treadmill to un-do the damage. D
10:00 pm
America's Test Kitchen from Cook's Illustrated "Indian Classics Made Easy" Man on the Street John "Doc" Willoughby learns about Indian cuisine from Chef Floyd Cardoz. Then, test cook Becky Hays teaches host Christopher Kimball how to make two classic Indian recipes: Indian Flatbread and Indian-Style Spinach with Fresh Cheese. And finally, equipment expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for juicers in the Equipment Corner, and gadget guru Lisa McManus reviews some of her favorite kitchen gadgets. D
10:30 pm
Simply Ming "Caramelization with Guest Jody Adams" This week on Simply Ming - Caramelization - a technique that enhances both savory and sweet cooking. Done right it enhances a dish, and done wrong will turn it bitter. Joining Ming in the kitchen is Chef Jody Adams. D
11:00 pm
Taste This! "Great American Burger Joints" Do you know where the hamburger comes from? Chef Joe educates his viewers on the history of the burger and how ice cream shakes became a staple side. He takes a big bite out of some juicy burgers from two well known Long Island burger joints! Chef Joe places his own twist on old fashion burgers, including veggie and salmon burgers. D
11:30 pm
Rick Steves' Europe Classics "The Alps of Austria and Italy" Tirolean Innsbruck offers a towering Olympic ski jump and a dirndl- clad world of alpine thrills. Follow the Brenner Pass to Italy's rugged Dolomites for Alps with pasta.G


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It has been a whirlwind of news and new features at the BlackBerry 10 global launch event. By now you've seen the stunning new BlackBerry Z10 and BlackBerry Q10 devices, and you know they are ideal for creating, viewing and sharing rich photo and video content. BlackBerry Story Maker lets you create your own mini movies in a few easy steps, then share them with your social networks.
All you have to do is select the photos, videos and music you'd like featured in your movie, add a few titles (perfect for giving it a funky name), then choose from the premade filters and effects to give it that professional polish. It's designed to make you feel like the director of your own Hollywood flick.
Vivek walks us through how you can make your own films on the fly:
[ YouTube link for mobile viewing ]
When will you make your silver screen debut? What will you call your first feature film?


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Lorenzo Brown scored 18 of his season-high 24 points after halftime to help No. 25 North Carolina State pull away to beat Stanford 88-79 on Tuesday night.
Scott Wood scored 15 of his 17 in the first half for the Wolfpack (8-2), who earned a fourth straight win with another high-scoring performance at home. It also allowed N.C. State to avenge a road loss last year in which the Wolfpack blew a 12-point lead in the second half.
Richard Howell finished with 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Wolfpack for his fourth straight double-double.
Dwight Powell continued his recent strong play for the Cardinal (7-4), scoring 23 points for his fourth 20-point performance in five games. But Stanford gave up its highest point total of the season.
N.C. State, which came in leading the country by shooting nearly 53 percent, finished this one at 56 percent.
It was also another strong offensive showing at home for the Wolfpack, who came in averaging almost 86 points at the PNC Arena. N.C. State is in the middle of a six-game homestand that will keep it in Raleigh until opening Atlantic Coast Conference play at Boston College on Jan. 5.
N.C. State led by just five at the half and 50-42 with about 16 minutes left before Brown got rolling. With the junior point guard attacking the paint more aggressively, the Wolfpack scored on six straight and eight of nine possessions to finally build a cushion.
Brown started the flurry with a score in the lane then added another floater in the lane. Minutes later, he penetrated to find a cutting Howell for a dunk, then scored again in the lane while drawing a foul for a three-point play that pushed N.C. State's lead to 67-50 with 10:32 left.
Stanford got as close as seven with about 5½ minutes left, but Howell answered by muscling his way through the paint for a basket then C.J. Leslie followed with a jumper to push the margin back to double figures.
Brown also came through with a driving basket and a pair of free throws in the final minute that kept N.C. State in control.
Wood had struggled the past two games, going just 2 for 10 from the field and 1 for 7 from behind the arc for eight points. But he broke out of that with five 3-pointers in the first half, including a run of three straight that pushed N.C. State to a 29-20 lead with about 9 minutes left.
Stanford never led.
This was the Cardinal's first true road game of the season. Stanford had played six home games, one against San Francisco in its home state and three games in the Battle 4 Atlantis in the Bahamas.


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