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Filed under: Education, Freedom, Health Care, Junk Science | Tags: A Nation of Hypochondriacs, Medicine's Stunning Progress
There is a hippopotamus in the health care room, that nobody mentions. The progress of medicine in recent years has been stunning. At the time of the Civil War, doctors were just learning about cleanliness in operations and anesthetics like ether were relatively new. Aspirin to relieve pain was introduced by Bayer in 1900. Sulfa drugs to prevent infection became available around 1935, though many were allergic. Penicillin was first mass-produced in 1944, late in World War II.
The progress in medicine since that time has been amazing. Medical imaging and all sorts of new lab tests measure things we never dreamed of measuring before. You would think that Americans would relax in the confidence that their wonderful health care system could take care of most of whatever ills or discomforts came up.
What has happened instead is an obsession with health. Can you pick up a magazine or newspaper that does not have one or more articles on caring for your health? Radio and television ads extol the value of drugs or over-the-counter remedies. There are magazines devoted to weight loss, healthy eating, body building, exercise, and specific forms of exercise. There is a proliferation of gyms — at least in larger towns, and stores that sell gym equipment. You can find medical advice and information on the internet. There are stores that sell nothing but supplements.
We have become a nation of hypochondriacs.
Grocery stores have special departments for "organic" foods. Mayors of major cities ban things like "trans-fats" though trans-fats have never been shown to harm anyone. People have become advocates of "localism" in foods — completely ignoring the blessing of having fresh summer fruits in the stores in midwinter, delivered by air from the Southern Hemisphere.
Some journalists have developed a specialty of writing about food, or health, or exercise. They report on new studies without the ability to tell whether the sample is significant or if the results are verifiable. Fraudulent studies about mercury in immunizations causing autism led many mothers to refuse to immunize their children with the result that some diseases like measles have returned. On any given day you can hear conflicting medical advice. The manufacturers of Lipitor are advertising on the radio to see their ad in a cooking magazine, at the same time that there are reports in the news that statins don't do any good. (check with your doctor)
What is the effect of all this on the health care debate? We laugh at the San Francisco Board of Supervisors banning toys in happy meals from McDonalds.
My state government has banned phosphates in dishwasher soap. Excessive phosphates in dishwasher soap may cause 3% of the algae in streams that may or may not disturb fish. The deposit left by my un-phosphated dishwasher soap may be injurious to my health, I am told. My dishes have a nasty film, as do my drinking glasses, and they may be becoming permanently etched.
We have gone from butter to margarine, to margarines made with olive oil or canola oil and water whipped in, back to butter, and now the FDA has decided that it's not fats that are the bad stuff, but carbohydrates. There are organizations of radical vegetarians who want to eliminate meat, and force everyone to become vegetarian. It never ends. Michelle Obama has said that what our children eat cannot just be up to the parents.
This is all nonsense. Just stop it.
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Great article. I think you can take it one step further. We've become a nation of wimps, and any form of manly or competitive behavior is seen as taboo. "Eating meat contributes to global warming!" My favorite is all the outrage about some high school girl's varsity basketball team beating the living crap out of their opposition 103-6 or something like that. The coach of the winning team said it perfectly though: (paraphrasing) "Look, I don't have enough people on the bench to take out all my starters, and I'm not going to tell my girls on the court to not shoot the ball, or just let the other team score." In today's nanny state, it's all about trying to preserve everyone's self esteem, results be damned.


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For a long time, Sony's been struggling with a good problem to have regarding their standalone Blu-ray decks. It doesn't matter if their quality strong, the reaction time decent, and the supplemental specifics pleasing to the eye, they always have to combat price-wise against the company's "flagship" player, the Playstation 3. On most occasions, their standalone decks of a comparable quality (such as the BDP-S560, reviewed here) were, on a good day, the same price as their game-playing iteration, a unit that's become a reference machine for the likes of The Criterion Collection and others.
However, with the whittled-down cost of Blu-ray technology, they've finally been able to nail down a wireless, attractive until with their BDP-S570 that's a good $50 below the PS3's $300 list price. With wireless connectivity on-board, a sleek style makeover, snappy loading timeframes and respectable audiovisual performance, including 24p upscaling for DVDs and support for online stream services such as Netflix, Sony might've finally concocted a healthy Blu-ray alternative — one that easily bests their previous 5-series model. Yes, it's 3D ready as well for when the technology's ready, but that's just part of the puzzle.
Out of the Box
If a pair of eyes will be looking at the S570 that have seen the thickness and width of other Blu-ray decks, they'll be taken slightly aback at the compressed size of this high-functioning unit. It barely sits a foot and a half deep at 17 inches, while offering a bit of a slack-jaw inducing height at 1.81 inches tall. Sure, the likes of Samsung's ultra thin BD-P4600 are more shocking with their size, but the ability to cram this high-function player into a compact, glossy design impresses to a noteworthy extent. In comparison, this unit sits roughly a full inch shallower from front to back and about a half an inch shorter than JVC's XV-BP1, an able-bodied and size-conscious unit on its own. Gone are the flip-open tray and wonky buttons from the S560, replaced by a front panel that's sturdy, unwavering, and void of any blue coloring. But it'd be wise to have a polishing cloth ready if lights are in proximity, as the black glossy finish is prone both to dust pick-up and fingerprints.
To the front, attractive minimalist design takes the helm. The short stature calls for a more edgy motif to make it grab the user's eye, complimented here by a thin silver trim that rides along a small jetting "shelf" at the bottom that holds very, very small buttons for stopping, playing, pausing, powering down and the rest of the standard functions. These buttons feel almost like thinner, hard Tic-Tacs or another small mint, which are pointed but on the stiff side. A very soft LED timer arrives on the right-hand side, rendered in delicate but readable blue typography that's adjustable to even darker levels within the menus. For a little extra ambience and, maybe in some lighting, assistance in seeing the buttons, a thin light strip appears directly in the center of the unit that glows an agreeably tame white color – whose brightness can also be toggled along with the time display. A USB 2.0 port also adorns the right of the panel.
On the rear of the S570, there's very little to get excited about. We've got out standard ports for plug-and-play usage, with the HDMI out taking charge as the preferred connection method. Component RGB jacks are available, along with coaxial and optical outputs to match for audio, as well as a LAN cable port for non-wireless Internet usage. The only nice earmark we've got on the rear panel is a port for a USB connection, so the user can connect a storage device to the back without cluttering up the front continuously. It's worth noting, however, the power cable isn't a standard A/C output port, instead carrying a permanent connection that cannot be unplugged or replaced. That's a little frustrating for installation folks and those who'd prefer easier plug-and-play experience, or for those that, say, have a power wiring issue and need to switch out cables.
Though Sony has implemented a new model of remote between the S560 and the S570, jumping from a RMT-B104A to a RMT-B107A, there's almost no difference between the two devices. Both are flimsy tack-on designs that work, mind you, and are user friendly – just very inexpensively handled. The B107A, however, has one key feature that the 104A lacked, and that's an EJECT button. The "Theater" button has been scooped up and moved to a new location, but other than that it's the same unit; therefore, the comments annotated in the review for the S560's remote carry over here. Essentially, it's a lighter, flimsier version of Sony's Playstation 3 Bluetooth remote, carrying the same rotary navigation functions, color-coded buttons, and TV control as before.
Sony carries over their precision with their XMB navigation from the S560 to the S570, only this time they've given the interface a bit more polish. The experience is largely the same, in that it's a stripped-down version of the PS3's framework, but the font type and the speed and grace in movement from one item to the next have been tightened. Other than that, the setup process will feel very similar if you've tangoed with Sony's previous 5-series model. Options still include Network Update, Screen Settings, Audio Settings, BD/DVD Viewing Settings, Parental Control Settings, Music Settings, System Settings, Network Settings, Easy Setup and Resetting. Most of these are self-explanatory, but we'll address a few of the fine points in each.
An "Easy Setup" function allows for a step-by-step rundown of each necessary element in getting the player up and running from the get-go. It asks us to select a Language, choose a connection type (HDMI / Component / Video), then to shape up the Internet Connection aspects of the player – allowing an internet connection, choosing either Auto or Manual diagnostics, etc. Rounding things out, it also asks us whether we'd like to increase boot-up time by leaving the player on, which increases power consumption. This option was left "OFF" for the majority of this review, and the player still performed swimmingly.
For Audio and Video tweaking, aside from a few rudimentary features, there's not a whole lot to really work with here. Under Screen Settings, alterations are made available to adjust screen type and the way the material is presented (original vs. stretched) to slightly deeper elements like hard-wiring 24p and Deep Color (x.v) output settings. Under Audio, the options are available to either decode or automatically stream audio via HDMI, to adjust the BD Audio Mix Setting to allow for sound output during BD-Live deatures, DTS / Dolby Digital mixing options, Downmix functionality, and tailoring Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Compression.
Network Settings controls the frequency and diagnostics in allowing the S570 to interact with the Internet, but it also adds an option for registering a BD Remote device. Let's start with Internet Setup. Selecting Internet Settings opens up a page to either View Network Status, if you've already registered a connection, or to run through Wired / Wireless Setup. Wireless setup allows the user to scan the area for signals, identify a WPS link, or manually set everything up. Scanning works quickly and effectively, easily picking up the signal near this review player within a matter or 2-3 seconds. It then takes us through the standard connection and passkey items; it's worth noting, since it's not explicitly stated in the manual, that hopping to the small "abc" button at the low point of the passkey entry allows for numerical and CAPITAL letter type to be accessed. That's intuitive for Playstation 3 users, but might prove to be vague for others.
Also, if you're either an iPhone or an iPod Touch user, you can download an app entitled "BD Remote" to control the S570 (and other Sony Blu-ray players from this year) on the mobile device. A video for the app online showcases the ease of connection and use, and it's a valid look at how the app works. Registering the device, which takes two button clocks on each device, enables the phone to be used as either an intuitive swipe-controlled remote or a standard button-push remote. It also can communicate with the Gracenote technology on-board with the player to obtain disc information, such as actor and director information and Blu-ray release date. Sadly, it doesn't offer a chapter or episode listing, something what would've been helpful for the Battlestar Galactica series of episodes. Though the "Simple Remote" swiping mechanic on BD Remote has some issues registering movement to a fluid degree, the "Full Remote" – which has scaling pages just like the iPhone's app layout – gets everything down pat.
Both versatility and dense supplements have always been a forte with Sony's wireless Blu-ray devices, but a few of them have been only merely satisfactory in the audiovisual department – slogging behind the Playstation 3 in quality. That stops with the BDP-S570, which offers an equivalent, if not slightly more refined, high-definition experience than its stalwart gaming machine. Rendering 24p detail with a well-pitched flow, tightening detail, slathering on an onslaught of robust audio and improving reaction time when either idle or paused, it's a very sharp-performing device. Speed with loading comes extremely close to that of JVC's XV-BP1, loading discs at a minutely slower rate but sporting a quicker drive open reaction time — around 2 seconds, where the XV-BP1 flips open in about three. The player supports internal decoding of Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio tracks, as well as supporting raw bitstream communication to an applicable receiver.
First, the player underwent tests with Spears and Munsil's Hand-Forged Audio and Video fine-tuning disc, which started the experience off on a positive note. Scaling through the black level PLUGE tests showcased a firm competence with rendering all levels of dark and light contrast, growing faintly hazy at the upper quadrants but still defined – which becomes slightly questionable when a black and white film is screened later on. Turning attention to the Clipping test showcased that the player had no problems in fleshing out either the white or RGB quadrants, showing that no color crush occurs across the board. Where an actual issue arises is with the Jaggies Deinterlacing test, which shows an odd blocking anomaly as a white bar passes across interval black and white bars. Though that's a little on the off-putting side, the rest of the tests showcase that this player is suitably sharp, highly palette-capable, and competent in the spectrum of contrast presentation.
First film in the machine, Lionsgate's 2.35:1 Blu-ray of The Spierig Brothers' vampire picture Daybreakers, offers a brisk level of high-definition allure through stylishly grotesque photography and a smattering of plush color palettes. The S570 stayed step-for-step with the shifts in shade, from sterile blues and grays to radiantly baked yellows and golden hues, while also maintaining precise control over densely fluctuating contrast levels. Rich blacks in the AVC encode showcase the inky properties of the player's grasp on stark contrast, offering indelibly creepy images with plenty of density. Then, when a splash of blood entered into the picture, the depth of the harsh reds was spot-on preserved. Audio arrives in a thunderous DTS HD Master Audio that really rocks a room, conveying billowing fire, projectile weapons, and, well, some of the grotesque sounds that wiggle in a picture like this, and they all crisply pour from Sony's player with crisp mid-range shots and throaty bass resonance.
On the more delicate side of things, Fox's AVC 1.78:1 encode of The Fantastic Mr. Fox – Wes Anderson's stop-motion adaptation of Roald Dahl's book – grapples more subtle elements like the slight twitches in hair and the graceful movement of either a train or a helicopter in a horizon. It's an autumn-colored picture with a lot of very dense detail, and Fox's Blu-ray offered an insatiably detailed experience in Sony's S570. It's here where some of the subtle differences can be seen between this player and the PS3, where the S570 takes a few baby-steps forward in detail when rendering wheat in a field, the texture in a newspaper, and the tweed fabric in Mr. Fox's jacket. Also, the DTS HD Master Audio's echo-laden, atmospheric dialogue and music sounds a hare's breath richer and more focused in the S570.
Fleshing out interpretations on its capacity to handle grayscale material, Criterion's copy of Wings of Desire found its way into the S570 – and it finally revealed a point where it fell a little behind against its Playstation 3 brethren. The overall balance between middle-range grays and crisp whites were aptly handled in Sony's standalone deck, but the black levels were noticeably less stable and grainier – most notable during the first library walkthrough sequence, around chapter three. They leaned more grayish and less cinematically refined, which also detracted from their dimensionality. Still, this is after looking at the image with profuse comparisons in mind, which reflects about a 10% discrepancy in black level stability. Audio, however, sounded lush and radiant through the DTS HD Master Audio track.
Rounding things out, Universal's presentation of Battlestar Galactica's third season tests the player's capability to handle more complex visual content. As many know who have delved into the series, the visualization of Syfy's series can flounder between razor-sharp sequences and murky ones with flickering contrast. Sony's S570 preserves the detailed scenes with profuse detail and the grainy ones with accurate fogginess, though the grain structure seems minutely behind how it looks on the Playstation 3. Audio, however, is beat-for-beat just as thunderous, crisp, and intense as on the other player, carrying a minor amount of extra breadth in subtle bass elements – like the punches in the episode "Unfinished Business".
BD-Live and BD-Java operate just as expected on Sony's standalone deck, which is Profile 2.0 compliant. The Java-based Blu-ray content flowed the way it should in both The Criterion Collection's subtle menu design and during the U-Control functionality on the Battlestar Galactica discs. To access audio, one must still exit out of the program and toggle the BD Audio Mix Setting to "Off" in order to incorporate sound – whether it be clicks in menus of the actual vocals in a picture-in-picture feature — with them. Thankfully, Sony have elected to offer 1GB of on-board BD-Live storage, so it's not necessary to hook up a USB cable to the unit.
As to be expected, the BDP-S570 is a Region A-locked machine, as tested by our ever-defeated Region B-locked copy of The Fountain. Along with that, Sony's player also doesn't hold the capacity to present PAL-encoded special features, as tested by Tartan UK's presentation of I'm a Cyborg.
One of the features that this S570 is touting is the capability for 3D Playback, but this cannot be tested as of this writing. Why? Two reason: one, the firmware update that incorporates the 3D playback isn't ready for download and integration as of yet. Sony states that this bundle of lovely will be coming sometime in Summer of 2010, but that point hasn't arrived as of yet. Secondly, there are currently no pieces of media to really try this capability out. Indications are all pointing towards Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs arriving as one of the first titles, likely around the time when the firmware update – and the equipment to render the tech – are ready to go. Fear not, though, because plans are already in the pipes for extra-dimensional versions of many fan favorites, such as Avatar. However, this isn't a facet that's able to be tested right now.
Sony's BDP-S570 also packs a punch while upconverting standard-definition DVDs, along with one very nice surprise. Along with being an ample 1080p upscaling machine, the deck supports also 24p conversion for DVDs – and the results are exciting, though nothing as high of quality as the upscaling in Pioneer's BDP-320 or Oppo's BDP-83. Popping in The Descent 2, an extremely dark and textured horror film, offered richness in contrast, flickers of color, and overall cinematic quality that impresses with its attenuated focus. Along with that, it also presents a powerhouse legacy Dolby Digital 5.1 track that thundered through the caverns and allowed subtiel sound effects to remain highly audible. The grunts that occur while climbing and the slight rattling of sediment underneath the climbers' feet all slyly trickled through the speakers, throttling the bass track to distinct degrees.
For comparison's sake, the standard-definition disc of The Fantastic Mr. Fox – included with the Blu-ray – also found its way into the player. Naturally, the colors weren't as vivid and the details were murkier; however, the aptitude that the S570 upscaled the disc to near-HD levels were noteworthy on several levels. The hair within Mr. Fox's coat held onto details to rather strong degrees, the warmth of the palette came closer than expected to the Blu-ray's rendering, and the range of motion through the 24p flow credibly presented the material. On top of that, the player also managed to grapple the spacious nature of the music and line delivery much like the Blu-ray.
Sony's player is a Region 1-locked machine, as tested by a Region 3 copy of Memories of Murder, and does not play PAL-encoded DVDs.
Media, Streaming, SACD, CD
After the player's been rigged up for wired / wireless internet access, it's expected for one or two of the streaming capabilities to show up underneath the Music and Audio functions – Pandora Internet Radio for Music, Netflix, YouTube and Amazon for Video. However, a slew of other options become available once you connect, and they're … well, excessive, and undeletable. Registering for the individual services, however, can be pretty simple; to activate Netflix, you just need to go to SonyStyle, register the device, then enter an activation code to get the ball rolling. It's similar to that process with Amazon's download service as well.
Here's a rundown of everything that pops up:
•VIDEO: Qriocity Video on Demand, Michael Jackson, Blip.tv, Crackle, Dr. Oz, FEARnet, Wired, epicurious, Concierge.com, Style.com, Digital Cinema Concert Series, MyPlay Music Network, Inside Sony Pictures, FordModels, DailyMotion, Howcast.com, On Networks, GolfLink, Livestrong.com, eHow.com, VideoDetective, Singing Fool, Podcasts, and Videocast.com.
•AUDIO: Berliner Philharmoniker, Slacker, Pandora Internet Radio, and National Public Radio.
Two USB 2.0 ports are offered on the deck, one on the front and another to the rear, and both are fully capable of reading photos, videos, and music files from storage devices. Each function appears where it should in the XMB, opening up a USB access link underneath each function for the desired file type. A standard photo slideshow function pops up under the Photos option, rendering photographs in decent enough quality for a home media deck – though unable to really be organized, even though time was spent offering transition effects between shots. MP3sand Videos are like-minded; the quality of mp3s, whether by memory stick or by disc media (supports most DVD-R/W and CD-R/W functions), rings true and with a polished balance within the player's streamlined yet attractive interface.
To round out the tests on the unit, the player had one of its little "hidden" (read: unadvertised) earmarks tested: SACD playback, along with standard CD playback. An option from the Audio section allows the user to pick which layer from the SACD they wish to play, which includes the full-resolution layer. Select tracks were plucked from the 2L – The Nordic Sound audiophile discs, both the Blu-ray and the SACD disc, namely Tracks 1 (Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 In D Major Kv 218), 4 (Åm: Vere Meininga), and 5 (Crux Fidelis). Naturally, the crispness and clarity from the Blu-ray disc's assortment of high-definition masters trumped its lower-resolution counterpart, but the clarity resonated true and stable with the SACD and CD layer. The flutter of violins, the gentle plucks of the harp, and the velvety, deep projection of the Gregorian chants hit strong balances with the listening sessions.
Sleek Design, Tight Performance for both Blu-ray and DVD, Extremely Quick, Wireless
From the second Sony's BDP-S570 is pulled from the packaging, it's obvious that this'll be a different beast than the company previous entry in the 5-series. The bulky, ho-hum aesthetic from this model's predecessor has been dropped for a sleek, stylish look – one that compresses a full-ranged Blu-ray player into a smaller design. But don't let the size fool you, as the player also packs a hearty punch in the performance arena. Blu-ray performance hits high-notes with visual rendering much in the same ways as its gaming console counterpart, sliding in a few step-ups in detail here and there, while also bolstering both raw and decoded high-resolution soundtracks home. BD-Live and BD-Java load properly, while tapping into 1GB of internal storage for this very purpose. The S570 also handles itself in quick fashion, boasting load times that come close – not matching, but close – to that of the PS3 and JVC's lightning quick XV-BP1. Along those same lines, the S570 also treats DVDs like they're a little slice of royalty by offering them in finely-upscaled images that flow at 24p. Furthermore, this deck also arrives with on-board wireless internet communication that supports streaming via Pandora, Netflix, and Amazon (among others).
Aesthetic Gathers Dust and Fingerprints, Annoying Buttons, Rickety Tray, No PAL conversion
For the price, it's somewhat difficult to come up with too many notches against the BDP-S570. The only real points are aesthetic and/or operational hiccups. Though the glossy look on the front of the unit is attractice, keeping that way requires having a cloth handy to wipe it down. Buttons on the front of the unit seem like they'll hold up, but they're a little small and discreet – even if they do add to the overall minimalist look of the player. Also, the disc tray itself seems standard and a little rigid, with a front panel that wobbles. Operations wise, it's worth noting that the player seems to struggle a bit with harsher, grainier Blu-ray sources, while the depth on contrast isn't quite as deep as with other players. Also, the unit itself doesn't come equipped with an internal PAL converter, so any region-free PAL discs and PAL-encoded special features on Blu-rays will not be accessible here.
Final Thoughts
At $250 list price, Sony's BDP-S570 doesn't really let on to the fact that it's on the lower side of the price range. Under its attractive hood revs the engine of a proficient high-definition vehicle, rendering audiovisual elements as well as others in the approximate range – especially Sony's Playstation 3. Wireless connectivity, 24p playback for DVDs, online streaming of several popular services, and an overall penchant for doing everything quickly hallmark this player. Is the quality as razor sharp as models of a higher dollar figure? Not quite, but the substance behind its punch easily earns respect for this price range. For those looking out for a wireless budget Blu-ray player, and don't wish to hop into the gaming console market, then you're looking at a comparable deck for roughly $50 less – even more so through the right channels.

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This is just a sample of what kind of tests can be done to evaluate dogs at shelters and owner surrenders.. its not written in stone so you can add or remove items to your discretion.
Please inform the owner/caretaker that the evaluation will take approximately 1 hour. Please do not "rush through" this very important preliminary test. If at anytime you do not trust the dog, stop the evaluation and do not proceed.
Part A
Pound / shelter ________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________
Phone __________________________________________________
Contact person _________________________________________
How did they acquire the dog?
Are there any known bite incidents? ____________________
Dogs inpound # ____________ Intake date _______________
Dogs sex and age ________________________________________
Does dog have a time limit? _____________________________
Does dog require second eval? ( new evaluator, male over 12 months, etc.) __________________________
Is this the first or second eval? _______________________
If dog is removed from kennel upon arrival, walk up, cheerfully greet ACO and shake hands, note dogs reaction.
If dog is in kennel before removing the dog, Stare, open eyes wide and stare at dog. Follow it's eyes with yours. Lean forward slightly. Do not speak. Reaction: Friendly? Fearful? Submissive? Aggressive (offensively comes towards you)? Defensive(aggressively backs away)? If the dog is riled by this, proceed with caution.
Once dog is removed from cage or doorway, stand motionless with dog on lead for two minutes. What is dog's reaction? Does dog initiate contact? What is the dog's response to your responding to contact? Is this contact appropriate (leaning, hand kissing, jumping up, mouthing) for a dog who has just met a total stranger?
Does dog appear to need you? Want you? Like you?
Is this dog people-focused or environment-focused?
Stroke dog from top of head to base of tail firmly, three times. What is dog's reaction? Does dog want more attention?
What is dog's general appearance? (size, conformation) Any physical deformities? (entropion, ectropion?)
What is dog's physical condition (weight, coat, eyes, gait)
Be aware of the dog every second of these tests. Some of these tests may provoke an aggressive reaction from the dog. Pay attention to the dogs eyes (bulgy), if ears are back, or if their body is posturing. Tell the ACO or your helper to be ready to take action! Do not proceed with these tests unless you feel 100% comfortable with the dog.
Part B
Does dog sit for you willingly? (OK to use treats)
Does dog down for you willingly?
Does dog come to you willingly and with confidence?
Will dog allow you to pat top of its head?
Will dog allow you to comb him (with your fingers) lightly?
Will dog allow you to hug him? Do not do this unless you feel absolutely safe. Do not let dog near your face. Be ready to act!
Hug dog for 20 seconds, wrap one arm around neck of dog with your face towards his rear, keep one hand on collar incase dog becomes agitated and tries to snap.
Complies/holds: 20 Sec? Happy?
Less than 20 Sec/ Struggled? Growl/snap? Not at all?
Will dog allow you to examine him? (ears, eyes, paws)
Examine mouth and teeth by opening dog's mouth. Does dog refuse to let you examine teeth by pulling and avoiding your hands?
Physical handling: Rate Good, Fair or Poor: Ears, Mouth, Front and Back feet, Torso, Genitals. List details of behavior with each area if noteworthy.
Touch the collar of the dog. Stand the dog using the collar. Attempt to lead the dog by the collar. Walk dog by collar for at least 30 steps, making one left turn and one right turn. Watch for any reactions. Reward good behavior with your voice. Reaction: Dog moves along happily? Dog moves with reservation? Dog refused to be lead by the collar? Aggressive? Shy/fearful/defensive?
Step on dog's toes to appear accidental (as if you were a child). What is dog's reaction? (Aggressive, Painful, Startled, Nothing?) Pinch dog's flank. Reaction?
Does dog appear to have a dominant character? If yes, can s/he be worked with and is s/he willing to relinquish his status easily?
Is dog calm/hyper?
Have a helper drop a large noisy object (i.e. a metal pan) a short distance from the dog. What is the dogs reaction? (you can try slamming the door, raising your voice as if cheering good news, etc.)
Feed dog using bowl, using some dry and wet food mixed. Start with stroking the dogs back, you can talk nicely to them. If dog is riled just by you touching the back, proceed with caution. Next, easily and calmly push dog as if to trying to get them to move from the dish, note reaction. Next, with fake hand, pull dogs dish, about a foot to one side, then move food in bowl around with fake hand. Does dog comply and maintain a happy manner? Does dog stiffen and growl, but never leaves bowl and calms as you talk to him? Does dog stop eating and growl and try snapping? Does dog bite and become totally agitated by you being there?
Give dog a higher valued item (pig's ear, hoof), and hold firmly while dog chews on it. Will dog let you take the item back? What is his reaction to your removing it? Swap a cookie for pigs ear, then give the pigs ear back and see if the dog gives it back willingly without a treat?
Take dog for a walk. Place either another collar on them or a choke, note reaction. Does dog walk well on lead? Does dog go with you willingly?
Is dog is attached to ACO, is the dog controllable without ACO present?
Is dog is attached to ACO, is the dog controllable without ACO present?
Part C
Have helper hold dog out of sight on a loose leash or you may put them on a fence with a leash. You run across the dog's path about 10-20 feet in front. Reaction: Disinterested in you? Interested but does not attempt to chase you? Attempts to chase playfully? Attempts to chase aggressively?
If you have children in the area or with you, have the children run around making noise like they normally would in a home setting. What is dog's reaction? Will dog allow children to approach and pat him?
Test dogs arousal and recovery. Move your hands in front of the dogs face, jump up and down, get loud and crazy, flick your hands above the dogs head, tease dog with the leash, you are trying here to get the dog to engage in inappropriate play. Keep charade up for 30 seconds, please tie dog out or have helper hold the lead, incase dog becomes overly aroused. Is dog not aroused by this? Dog becomes mildly aroused, but calms easily? Is dog very aroused and slow to calm? Does dog get scared, growls, or tries to bite you?
Should this dog be placed with children?
Have helper bring a calmer, predictable dog into the presence of the dog being evaluated. What is dog's reaction to new dog? Is there anything about either dog that would warrant a negative reaction?(i.e. dog is in heat, both dogs are intact males) Does dog initiate play, or do the dogs just share the same space?
Dog/Dog Aggression: Have helper hold dog out of sight on a loose leash or you may tie leash to a fence. Run across the dog's path with an on-leash neutral dog. Reaction: Note whether the dog is coming for you or the other dog in any chase attempt.
Prey/Dog Aggression: Have helper hold dog out of sight on a loose leash. Run across the dog's path with a stuffed animal on-leash. Reaction: Note whether the dog is coming for you or the stuffed animal in any chase attempt. Drop stuffed animal, and let dog investigate. How does the dog respond to the toy? (i.e. picks it up and kills it; sniffs it and walks away; acts like it's a toy; carries it around?)
Walk through the small animal area, if possible. What is dog's reaction to them?
Should this dog be placed with other pets?
Take dog for ride, if possible, how does dog like vehicle?
Is this a dog you would like to own? (A canine good citizen?) If no, why not?
What type of home would best suit this dog?
Is this dog trainable? If no, why?
Is this dog placeable? If no, why? Remember that most of the homes that come to us are not experienced, just because you could take this dog home, does not mean most our homes can. Unfortunately, you must use your head here and not your heart.
Would you feel comfortable enough with this dog to physically make the dog roll over and go belly up for you? If not, why? During this eval has the dog rolled over for a belly rub?
Any special considerations for this dog?
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PUTRAJAYA, Jan 8 – The mechanism for fuel pricing in Malaysia has finally been finalized and controlled under one mechanism, which also takes the high and lower income group people into consideration, according to Finance Trade Minister Tan Sri Anuar Ali.
"From May 1, the fuel will be pegged at RM 3.90 per liter for RON97, while RON95 will increase to RM 3.70 per liter. However, the prices of national-made vehicles will be lowered by at least 40 percent. For example, a full-spec family sedan Proton Persona 1.6 liter engine will cost around RM 23,000.00 excluding road tax and insurance. Import tax and excise duty will be revised to only 30 percent, from the current 200 percent. Imported vehicles such as the new Toyota Camry 2.4 liter engine will cost around RM 65,000.00." he said.
The mechanics has been said to be undertaken by a team of experts from Australia and Canada who were earlier briefed on the issue of subsidy in this country, whereas after consideration by the transport minister, they have signed the constitution that the system will be made on May 1, the day it goes into effect.
Under the new system, there will be a major effect on the existing consumers who have already purchased a vehicle and to those who are in the midst of repaying the loan of their vehicle to their financial institutions.
Ahmad Tajuddin said the government might also re-introduce a cash return annually to Malaysians who own a 1,500 cc and below vehicle. The amount have yet to be decided but he assured that the amount will compensate the price of fuel by at least half to eligible Malaysians based on bumi quota.
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Long Beach, Calif. – March 1, 2016 – Formula DRIFT presented by BlackVue has renewed their partnership with Road Atlanta for three years extending into 2018. The inaugural Formula DRIFT event was held at Road Atlanta in 2004 and will now be one of the longest relationships for the Series.
"Road Atlanta will always be a historic and sentimental venue for the Series," said Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. "Since the beginning Road Atlanta has believed in this then unknown sport of drifting and here we are thirteen years later. The venue dedicated resources to build the now famous Turn 10 "horseshoe" that fans and drivers have come to love for exciting door-to-door action."


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Ravens center Matt Birk is expected to film a video this week opposing Maryland's new same-sex marriage law, making him the second player on the team to take a public stand on the referendum.
Birk, a Roman Catholic and father of six, is pressing a view opposite that of teammate Brendon Ayanbadejo, the Ravens linebacker who is supporting the new law.
"I took a stance like other guys have done before me," Birk said Monday at team headquarters in Owings Mills. "Obviously, we all have opinions. … It's certainly a very inflammatory, very hot topic, because it's important."
The video signals a new phase in the campaign against same-sex marriage, which until now has been focused mostly on some churches and online via fundraising emails. Supporters, on the other hand, have issued a steady stream of news releases and YouTube videos with prominent people endorsing their cause.
"We saved our videos for October. We'll start doing more of them," said Derek McCoy, executive director of the Maryland Marriage Alliance, which plans to release the Birk video as soon as Wednesday.
The Baltimore Sun reported last week that both sides have reserved time with television stations to air commercials starting this month.
Birk, who grew up in St. Paul, Minn., is also active in that state's marriage debate and recorded a 31/2-minute Web-only video for the Minnesota Catholic Conference that was released Monday. He also wrote an opinion piece was published Sunday in the Minneapolis Star-Tribune.
"With good reason, government recognizes marriages and gives them certain legal benefits so they can provide a stable, nurturing environment for the next generation of citizens: our kids," Birk wrote.
Minnesota voters will decide in November whether the state should adopt a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage. Maryland, Washington state and Maine all have referendum questions this fall that would legalize same-sex marriage.
A poll conducted last week for The Sun found that likely Maryland voters support same-sex marriage 49 percent to 39 percent. Support was weaker in the greater Baltimore area, with 45 percent of those polled in favor of the new law.
Last month Ayanbadejo, a longtime supporter of same-sex marriage, was in the news when a state legislator urged the Ravens to muzzle the football player's opinion.
Team owner Steve Bisciotti refused, and Del. Emmett C. Burns, a Baltimore County Democrat, backed down.
Birk said he spoke with Ayanbadejo Friday about the opinion piece so his teammate would not be "blindsided" by it. "I like Brendon, and I respect him a lot," Birk said.
Ayanbadejo is scheduled to host a fundraiser with Gov. Martin O'Malley for same-sex marriage next Monday in Baltimore. In an email to The Sun on Monday, Ayanbadejo said he is "sure" that he and Birk will discuss their views on same-sex marriage "sooner or later."
Birk, a Harvard graduate, has also been active opposing abortions. He participated in an anto-abortion march in Annapolis, according to the Catholic Review, which is published by the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said Monday he is not worried about the political activism in the team's locker room this year.
"I don't discourage it or encourage it," Harbaugh said. "As long as everybody respects everybody else's opinion, that's the main thing. We talk about politics, religion, all those kind of things, movies, music. It's OK to have an opinion."


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Welcome to the AAVSO's Research Portal. From this page, you can find information about obtaining AAVSO data, requesting new observations, or learning more about the AAVSO, its data, and its services for the research community. Its purpose is to facilitate your use of the AAVSO's resources in your research efforts.
See the blue boxes on the right hand side of this page to access the AAVSO data archives or to find out how to work with the AAVSO to obtain new scientific data.
On Feburary 19, 2011 the number of observations in the AAVSO International Database surpassed the 20 million mark. It is fitting that this milestone was achieved during our 100th anniversary. Below is some information about the achievement.
A citizen science project running for over 100 years reached a key milestone this month when an amateur astronomer contributed the 20 millionth observation of a variable star on February 19, 2011.
The Harvard Designation of Variable Stars
Margaret W. Mayall
This appeared in Vol. 5, No. 1 of the Journal of the AAVSO


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Another Breitbart Fake Outrage Bites the Dust: Crowder Admits He Shoved Union Members
Today in the fake right wing scandal we'll call UnionThug-Gate, we learn that provocateur Steven Crowder was not just standing there minding his own business when he was punched in the face outside the Michigan Capitol — he was shoving union members.
And how do we know this? From Crowder's own words, in this smug, self-aggrandizing interview with Canada's Fox News imitation, Sun News. The thing about dimwits like Crowder is that if you let them keep talking long enough, they'll eventually out themselves. They can't help it.
The pertinent section begins at about 4 minutes in, as the interviewer rants about thugs and asks why the police didn't arrest them (maybe because Crowder never filed a police report?):
"I've been very honest about this, the fact that as they started ransacking the tent, yeah, me and some men went out there … and we didn't get violent with them but we did try to push them off the tent. That is true. We tried to push them off the tent."
That's right, he's admitting on television that he was the original aggressor in this incident, but edited his video to remove the part where he was pushing union members. Idiot. Another Breitbart invented outrage bites the dust.


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If anyone wants to sign up for Dropbox, a free online storage and folder sharing service, please let us know and send us the e-mail address you want to use for the account. If we invite you to join Dropbox we (and you) get free extra storage space. SGU and SBM need extra storage space so you will help us out by letting us invite you to Dropbox. And - it is a really great service you might want to know about in any case.Thanks,Steve
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The Glass-Bottom Boats Weren't The Only Attractions At Silver Springs During National Parts Depot's 11th Annual Ford And Mustang Roundup
The handwritten sign in the lobby of the Holiday Inn across the street from Silver Springs gave fair warning to any tourists who just happened to pay a visit on January 8-9: "There is a Mustang show here this weekend. Be prepared for early morning activity and loud engines."
Sleeping in was not an option, as 289s, 351s, and 428s cleared their throats prior to crossing the four-lane to Silver Springs. With temperatures expected in the 80s, a record number of Mustangs and Fords-nearly 1,000 in all-converged on Ocala, Florida, for an almost balmy, summer-like weekend, which was a welcome respite from the frost of the past two years. On the other hand, many attendees headed home Sunday afternoon with sun-burned faces and arms.
Silver Springs is an ideal venue for a Mustang and Ford show. With attractions for the kids, shops for the ladies, and glass-bottom boats for everyone, Silver Springs provides something for anyone who tires of inspecting some of the best Mustangs and Fords in the Southeast. According to our host, Rick Schmidt from National Parts Depot, the nice weather brought out 988 cars, a record for the 11-year-old event that provides free registration, including two passes to Silver Springs, for the first 1,000 pre-registered cars.
With gorgeous "winter" weather and nearly 1,000 Mustangs and Fords to drool over, this year's Ford and Mustang Roundup kicked off the Mustang show season in grand style.
Pony Trails: Into The FogThe weatherman said clear, sunny, and warm. He got the sunny and warm part right, but there was nothing clear about our Pony Trails cruise out to Cedar Key. Held on the Friday before the Silver Springs show, the morning barely dawned, thanks to the thick fog. We actually delayed our departure from the National Parts Depot headquarters in hopes the fog would burn off. It didn't.
So we headed out into the fog. A police escort, arranged by NPD, got us up and off I-75 so we could at least begin our journey in one long line. Our route took us through the Florida backwoods and marshes to Cedar Key, a small fishing village on an island in the Gulf of Mexico. Villagers stared in awe as their usually sleepy little town was inundated with Mustangs and Fords. Unfortunately, our planned parking area was closed due to dredging in the marina next door, so our merry band of Pony Trailers was forced to scatter all over town in search of parking. Participants headed for the shops and restaurants right on the Gulf, although the scenery was mostly obscured due to the fog.
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Heart disease, the nation's leading cause of death, takes the lives of about 610,000 Americans each year. Of course, you can't change your age, family health history, gender, or race—factors that may boost your risk for this condition.
Fortunately, though, researchers keep discovering plenty of things you can do to lower your odds of developing heart disease. Take these latest findings to heart:
An American Heart Association science advisory noted that women and men could reduce their risk of developing heart disease by 22% with dietary changes. The recipe for success: eating seafood at least 4 times a week. And if you don't love seafood, try starting with just 2 seafood meals each week. Research shows that you can still significantly lower your risk for heart disease by substituting seafood for processed meat 2 times a week.
Having a regular sleep schedule might help your heart. This is the message of a study published in the journal Scientific Reports. Compared with those who slept and woke at the same times every day, people with irregular sleep patterns had a higher projected risk of developing heart disease in the next 10 years. They were also more likely to report depression and stress—2 risk factors linked to heart disease. This study observed 1,978 adults ages 45 to 84.
A review in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology highlights that psychological well-being—such as positive thoughts, optimism, and happiness—is linked to a lower risk for heart disease. If you'd like to strengthen your psychological well-being, the authors recommend maintaining a strong network of social support and trying mind-body techniques such as mindfulness, deep-breathing exercises, yoga, and tai chi.
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TMB have worked with TIA on a number of assignments including the provision of expertise and input to the redesign of the New Zealand Tourism Awards when the management of the Awards passed from Tourism New Zealand to TIA.
As a key part of this assignment, our CEO, Brian H Meredith joined a TIA National Roadshow to present Tourism Operators, of all shapes and sizes, with details of the new Awards Scheme and entry criteria (under the internationally renowned Baldridge Criteria).
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Apache, PHP, and MySQL
This document describes how to set up the Apache web server on an Arch Linux system. It also tells how to optionally install PHP and MySQL and integrate these in the Apache server.
Install Packages
# pacman -Sy apache php mysql
If you'd like, you can install Apache/PHP/MySQL separately. This document assumes you will install Apache, PHP and MySQL. But if you wish, you may only read the sections below that apply to the software you installed. Template:Box Note
Configure Apache
- Create the user http
useradd http
- Add this line to
/etc/hosts(if the file doesn't exist, create it):
127.0.0.1 localhost.localdomain localhost
Note: If you want a different hostname, append it to the end:
127.0.0.1 localhost.localdomain localhost myhostname
- Edit
/etc/rc.conf: If you set a hostname in Step One, the HOSTNAME variable should be the same; otherwise, use "localhost":
# # Networking # HOSTNAME="localhost"
- Comment one module in Apache configuration
# nano /etc/httpd/conf/httpd.conf
LoadModule unique_id_module modules/mod_unique_id.so
#LoadModule unique_id_module modules/mod_unique_id.so
- Run in terminal (as root):
# /etc/rc.d/httpd start
- Apache should now be running. Test by visiting
http://localhost/in a web browser. It should display a simple Apache test page.
- Edit
/etc/rc.conf(to start Apache at boot):
DAEMONS=(... some daemons ... httpd)
Or add this line to
/etc/rc.d/httpd start
- If you want to use user directories (i.e.
~/public_htmlon the machine is accessed as
http://localhost/~user/) to be available on the web, uncomment the following lines in
UserDir public_html
<Directory /home/*/public_html> AllowOverride FileInfo AuthConfig Limit Indexes Options MultiViews Indexes SymLinksIfOwnerMatch ExecCGI <Limit GET POST OPTIONS PROPFIND> Order allow,deny Allow from all </Limit> <LimitExcept GET POST OPTIONS PROPFIND> Order deny,allow Deny from all </LimitExcept> </Directory>
You must make sure that your home directory permissions are set properly so that Apache can get there. Your home directory and
~/public_html/ must be executable for others ("rest of the world"). This seems to be enough:
$ chmod o+x ~ $ chmod o+x ~/public_html
There may be some other, more-secure ways of setting the permissions by creating a special group and allowing only Apache and you to enter there... You know how paranoid you are.
Additional options
This options in /etc/httpd/conf/httpd.conf might be interesting for you:
# Listen 80
This is the port Apache will listen to. For Internet-access with router, you have to forward the port.
# ServerAdmin email@example.com
This is the admin's email-address which can be found on error-pages e.g.
# DocumentRoot "/srv/http"
This is the directory where you should put your web pages. Change it, if you want to, but don't forget to change the
<Directory "/srv/http">
to whatever you changed your DocumentRoot to.
Configure PHP
PHP is practically available out of the box now.
- Add these line in
LoadModule php5_module modules/libphp5.so Include conf/extra/php5_module.conf
LoadModule php5_module /usr/lib/httpd/modules/libphp5.so AddHandler php5-script php
- Remember to add a file handler for .phtml if you need it in /etc/httpd/conf/extra/php5_module.conf:
DirectoryIndex index.php index.phtml index.html
- If you want the libGD module, uncomment in
- If your
DocumentRootis outside of
/home/, add it to
/etc/php/php.inias such:
open_basedir = /home/:/tmp/:/usr/share/pear/:/path/to/documentroot
suggestion - Add your document root as follows: open_basedir = /home/:/tmp/:/usr/share/pear/:/srv/http
- Restart the Apache service to make changes take effect (as root):
# /etc/rc.d/httpd restart
- Test PHP with a simple, but very informative script:
<html> <head> <title>PHP Test Page</title> </head> <body> This is Arch Linux, running PHP. <?php phpinfo(); ?>
</body> </html>
Save this file as
test.php and copy to
/srv/http/ or to
~/public_html if you permitted such a configuration.
If you continue to have problems, edit your /etc/httpd/conf/httpd.conf file with the following information
- Edit your httpd.conf file
nano /etc/httpd/conf/httpd.conf
- Under <IfModule mime_module>
AddType application/x-httpd-php .php AddType application/x-httpd-php-source .phps
- Restart Apache
# /etc/rc.d/httpd restart
Be sure to test the page again to verify it's working properly (as stated above)
Setup MySQL support
Do these steps only if you want MySQL support. Configure MySQL as described here: MySQL
- Edit
/etc/php/php.ini(this is in
/usr/etcon older systems) to uncomment the following line (By removing
- You can add minor privileged users for your web scripts by editing the tables found in the
mysqldatabase. You have to restart MySQL for changes to take effect. Don't forget to check the
mysql/userstable. If there's a second entry for root and your hostname is left with no password set, everybody from your host probably could gain full access. Perhaps see next section for these jobs.
- You can get the "
error no. 2013: Lost Connection to mysql server during query" message instantly whenever you try to connect to the MySQL daemon by TCP/IP. This is the TCP wrappers system (tcpd), which uses the
hosts_access(5)system to allow or disallow connections.
- If you're running into this problem, be sure to add this to your /etc/hosts.allow file:
# mysqld : ALL : ALLOW # mysqld-max : ALL : ALLOW # and similar for the other MySQL daemons.
- Notes: The examples above are the simplest case, telling tcpd to allow connections from anywhere. You may wish to use a more-appropriate choice of permissible sources instead of ALL. Just make sure that localhost and the IP address (numeric or DNS) of the interface by which you connect are specified.
- You might also need to edit
/etc/my.cnfand comment out the
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Cascade Heritage Prints Sock Yarn - Independence 52
It's easy to make striped & patterned projects with Heritage Prints! This self-patterning, super-soft yarn is a machine washable blend of superwash merino and nylon - a soft yet sturdy combination! Patterns and stripes emerge all on their own as you work. This yarn is great for a one skein project, socks, Mitts.
Extremely affordable, quality sock yarn in an overwhelming variety of Colors. We stock all the colors of Heritage Sock Yarn. It's not only good for socks, but makes great lace shawls and perfect knit or crochet T-tops or long sleeve tops for over jeans. In fact, this fingering weight yarn is perfect for a light weight crochet top.
Heritage is a super-soft yet durable yarn that is machine washable and dryable because of its blend of superwash merino wool and nylon. Heritage has amazing stitch definition and with 437 yards and an array of colors, this yarn is great for one skein projects, such as socks, mitts and other fun accessories.
- Heritage includes the solid colors
- Heritage Paints are multi colors
- Heritage Prints are specialty dyed so your socks pattern in stripes and prints.
- 75% Superwash Merino Wool / 25 % Nylon
- Weight: 100 g / 3.5 oz
- Approx: 437 yds / 399.6 m
- Knitting Needle Size: US 1 - 3 / 2.25 - 3.25 mm
- Knitting Gauge: 28 - 32 sts = 4" (10 cm)
- Crochet Hook Size: C / 2.75 mm (D / 3.25 mm, E / 3.50 mm)
- Crochet Gauge: 25 sc = 4" (10 cm) (23 sc = 4" (10 cm), 22 sc = 4" (10 cm)
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For those of you who don't know, neuropathy is the medical term for painful nerve damage, usually to the peripheral nerves in hands and feet, caused by chemotherapy, radiation, excessive alcohol, diabetes, kidney problems or poor nutrition. While there are several studies on preventing neuropathy caused by chemo, none appear to be "the" solution, however there has been some success with the drug, Amifostine (Ethyol), as well as calcium and magnesium given before chemo begins. If you already have neuropathy from chemo, you might try soaking your hands and feet in cold tap water. DO NOT USE ICE WATER. As always, ask your oncologist what he or she suggests. Unfortunately, after neuropathy starts, many women are forced to stop treatment because the pain and/or numbness is so intense. The good news is that for most of us, neuropathy gradually gets better after treatment stops, although in my case, some residual symptoms seem to be permanent.
As the number of aging Baby Boomers continues to increase, millions more women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and chemo-related neuropathy, not to mention that we lose the fat pads on the bottom of our feet as we age. If only shoe manufacturers would realize there's millions of women who need shoes other than ones that appeal to Snooki! So, all of you shoe designers, how about making stylish, comfortable shoes that don't look like "Janet Reno does the lobby of the MGM Grand?"
PS: I love the comment Hollywoodlife.com said about the above photograph, "What's more frightening: a purple dog or a pregnant Snooki in six inch heels?"
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|March 13, 2013, 05:41 PM
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Winchester 94 32-40
I just acquired a Winchester 1894, 32-40 serial number 2387. After a
little research I'm starting to get a little excited. I'm not an
experienced collector so I'm not certain of the condition but it
appears to me very good for being over 119 years old. The serial number indicates that it was made in 1894 which is good. The bluing and
stock appear to be original finish but again I'm new to this. I'm
going to try to post a few photos so give me your thoughts and
opinions of what I need to do to verify the value. I'm leaving tonight
for a week of squirrel shooting or until the ammo runs out. When I
return I plan to have it appraised at a local gun shop but if this is
what it appears to be I think I should do a little more research.
Thanks for your feedback.
|March 13, 2013, 05:43 PM
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Here is some more photos.
|March 13, 2013, 06:40 PM
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Great looking rifle, looks ligit to me from the pics.
|March 14, 2013, 12:17 AM
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I have a couple of questions;
1. It appears that that rifle does not have a nickel steel barrel. What does the bore look like?
2. Can you post a couple pictures of the front and rear sights?
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|March 14, 2013, 01:03 AM
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I'm not sure how to tell the difference in the type of steel and I don't have a bore scope so from what I can see the bore is dirty and I can't see any pitting, not saying there isn't any. Thanks for your interest.
|March 14, 2013, 04:42 AM
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Very nice. Don't know why, but many folks are not interested in 32-40 rifles.
An 1894 date of production rifle would not have a nickel steel barrel. An 1894 date of production production rifle was not chambered and built to smokeless powder standards.
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|March 14, 2013, 06:06 AM
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Wow, finish is thin, but the wood and metal are in really nice shape.
When the 1894 was introduced, it was intended to be rolled out with both the black powder .32-40 and .38-55 rounds as well as the smokeless .30-30 and .25-35 rounds.
Unfortunately, Winchester ran into issues getting enough smokeless powder to load the ammunition, so they had to delay the .30 and .25 rounds until late 1895.
The .32 and .38 rifles were built with the old, softer steel suitable for lead bullets and black powder.
If you want to shoot it, it is inadvisable to use jacketed bullets at all, and use only very light charges of smokeless powder, if any at all.
Winchester produced the two barrel steels for several years, but I think finally switched all production over to nickel steel around 1900.
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|March 14, 2013, 06:15 AM
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That looks to be a very nice collectible rifle.
When you get a chance, maybe take a photo of the top of the bolt showing the from the chamber to the hammer checkering and maybe one of the bolt face.
Uncommon for one from the B.P. era to have that finish wear and show no signs of pitting around the breech from either powder or primers or any wood shrinkage.
The front sight appears to be a correct Rocky Mountain that was either repaired or modified to suit the owner.
I would be tempted to pull the gun apart to see if the action, hammer, and lever showed any indication of having been case colored. Maybe it is the lighting, but the gun, especially the for-end cap, has that look to me.
Let's hear back with what the LGS says after a look.
|March 14, 2013, 09:58 AM
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Unless you get a Cody letter to the contrary, the Winchester Polishing Room records indicate your Model 1894 Rifle in .32-40 was made around May of 1895.
FWIW, the first Model 1894 Rifle made in .32-40 was SN692, on Dec 14, 1894.
|March 15, 2013, 10:50 PM
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I'm not totally sure, but I don't think the sights are original. The front should be a longer,sharper knife blade with no bead The rear sight should be a finer sight and the elevator was a double one with small notchs that engaged both sides of the sight.
It is a common problem with old rifles. They were equipped with very fine sights for accuracy at longer ranges. They didn't have scopes so when the owners got older and there eyes got bad thats when the sights were changed out with after market sights such as Lyman or Marbles. They were coarser and easier to see. The originals ended up in a coffee cup in the cupboard.
Never the less the gun is very nice looking and will look good in your collection.
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|March 16, 2013, 12:13 AM
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Thanks for all the information guys. I'm still in Modoc Co eradicating rodents. I should be home by Monday to take some more photos. Thanks for all the interest.
|March 16, 2013, 03:37 PM
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IMO, the rear sight looks like it's an original Winchester No.22E Rocky Mountain rear sight; and the front looks like it might be an optional Winchester No.23 Express front sight.
|March 18, 2013, 09:39 PM
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I'm back from squirrel hunting and almost rested.
JT- attached are the photos you requested.
Anyone have an estimate of the value? Is it worth the expense of a Cody letter?
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Dang, forgot the photos
|March 19, 2013, 07:52 PM
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By looking at my 32-40 in comparison. Sorry having to say: Your front and rear sights look to have been replaced. Otherwise the appearance of your rifle is indeed very nice for its age. If the bore is dark (rusty looking) your rifle will indeed loose some value. But keep in mind your rifle indeed has value being a 100 plus years old and its a true blue Winchester too boot. Out of curiosity. Please come back and let us know what your appraiser has to say about your rifle. I for one would appreciate that effort Sir.
#7 thread is spot on with his info. (As it would be in your best interest to consider re-reading his thread.)
|March 20, 2013, 05:05 AM
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That gun really looks like a champ to me. Everything on it says it has been cared for during the 100+ years it has been around. Stored to keep the wood tight, no fouled up screw heads, and most importantly, cleaned after use.
I'm not up on the early rifle sights for 94s. The front still looks like the knife blade Rocky mountain base that has been repaired. No biggie at all and it won't really negatively affect the value of an early 4 digit in that nice of shape.
Based on the clean action photos, I'll bet the bore is in similar shape.
If it were mine, after a detailed diss-assembly to clean (not with any abrasives of course), I would slug it. If it is still tight, I'd shoot a 30/1 GC with 18/20 grs. of 5744. No filler.
If the bore is large, a 40/1 plain base.
That load has never let me down in both the .30 and .32WCF.
Letter it and let us hear back.
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Thanks for the comments JT and ss. I'm taking it in on Thursday for the appraisal and will post the results.
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Here's the story on the appraisal. It appears the local gun expert likes to buy Winchesters. Rated the condition at 10% with a value of $1200 and offered me $900. Being a little suspect of the offer I waited a week until I had business in a neighboring town that has a respectable gunsmith. He rated the gun at 30 to 40% with a value of $1750 to $2000. He suggested I get a Cody letter. I've downloaded the forms but haven't sent it yet. I'll report back when I get the letter.
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10% normally means a gun that is non-functional, has badly damaged wood, the bore is pretty bad, etc.
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Maybe it is the pictures, but that gun looks to have very little original finish, so I am not sure the 10% is too far out of line, if we are talking only about percentage of original finish. I sure can't see 30-40%, although there are parts of the gun not pictured.
|April 1, 2013, 06:03 PM
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The gunsmith rated overall condition 30 to 40%. Your right about the bluing be 10%. Like I said in an earlier post I'm new to collecting and I need an education before putting numbers in print. Overall I'm happy with the gunsmiths evaluation.
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