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Q: When finding the limit of a composite function, do you find the limit of the interior function and then the exterior function? I am working through Khan Academy's calculus course and got stuck when the limits of composite functions came up.  Say we want to find the limit of $f(g(x))$ as $x$ approaches one.  The notation says that you plug $x$ into $g(x)$ and then plug $g(x)$ into $f$.  Hence $f(g(x))$.  But that doesn't find the limit at $1$.  To be honest, I don't even know what the goal is with finding limits of composite functions.  Are we trying to find the limit of $f$ or $g$? or both?  If both, what does the limit of both mean in physical terms? Is it the rate of flow in a water pipe? The notation is unclear and makes the problem seem undefined to me.  I would appreciate another explanation.

A: I figured it out.  You are supposed to find the limit of the interior function and then use that limit as the x value for the exterior function while taking the limit of the exterior function.  I was confused because the notation is wrong.  Should have a lim in front of both g and f.

A: Oversimplifying the situation, if you're trying to compute $\lim\limits_{x \to 1} f(g(x))$, you're asking "what happens if I plug values of $x$ close to (but not equal to 1) into $f(g(x))$?" That is, if you plug them into $g$ and then plug the results into $f$.
If $\lim\limits_{x \to 1} g(x) = L$, that means that plugging in values of $x$ close to 1 into $g(x)$ gives you values close to $L$. You can then determine what happens if you plug these values into $f$ by taking $\lim\limits_{x \to L} f(x)$.

A: If the functions are nice and fluffy, that is they are continuous and all that jazz, then
$$\lim_{x\to a}g(f(x))=g\left(\lim_{x\to a}f(x)\right)$$


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Question: Can I eat chocolates?
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"These cookies are really chewy and addictive."
These cookies are a hit! But....I did change the size to just spoondrops and changed the baking time to approx. 9 mins. They came out great! The whole family loved them!
These cookies are very chewy and moist if you are not a crispy cookie person. My husband and kids all loved them and gave rave reviews on taste and how chewy they were.


Heading North to Unst for a few days, we stopped at Toft Ferry point and all got out to have a scan around whilst we waited to board the ferry. The ferry points can often be good places for wildlife, especially as the birds and creatures can be used to human activity, so are less nervous and flighty. Some guillemot, tern and razorbill bobbed out in the harbour, along with ten merganser further out. Gannets were diving just off the harbour wall… not bad for a ferry terminal!
A call from Tim alerted us to an otter. There, right in the confines of the harbour wall, this otter was hunting. Diving regularly and popping up with food, it gave all of our group a great chance to see their first Shetland otter! It stayed for a few minutes before heading out along the harbour wall, into the open water.
A good start to the day! Then it was off up to Unst to explore what it had to offer us for the next few days. We stopped at various points along the coast, scanning for wildlife and revelling the wonderful views.
The skies were clearing and the sun was coming out as we reached Skaw. This beautiful bay was a great opportunity to get out and have a wander in the warmer, but blustery conditions.
We headed down the beach and around a little rock outcrop, out of the wind, where we found a little sheltered spot with a mini wildlife haven of wild flowers. Campion, lousewort, birdsfoot trefoil, silver weed and others were flowering and I was delighted to spot a Shetland bumble bee! The 'Shetland Bumblebee' Bombus muscorum agricolae is a dark-bellied subspecies or possibly a colour variant of the Moss Carder Bee and is one of 4 species of bumble bee found here. The other species are Northern white-tailed, Small heath, and Garden bumble bee.


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Comic Review: Spider-Gwen, Vol. 5: Gwenom
January 1, 2019 by Talking Pulp	in Comic Review, Reviews and tagged action, adventure, Black Cat, book, Captain America, comics, Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Gwen Stacy, Kitty Pryde, Marvel, Peggy Carter, review, Rhino, sci-fi, Silk, Silvermane, Spider-Gwen, superhero, The Punisher, Venom, Wolverine
Published: April 18th, 2018
Written by: Jason Latour
Art by: Robbi Rodriguez, Khary Randolph (covers)
I think that I took too long of a break between reading volume 4 and volume 5 of Spider-Gwen. Reason being, this felt like the title had run out of steam. Maybe that's because it did run out of steam by this point but it could be my own fault for lacking the enthusiasm I had for this series before I took a long break.
This just didn't hit the right notes for me but that also probably has a lot to do with this being just another story of a Spider–character becoming Venom. Marvel has done this to death. Apart from the original Spider-Man titles, we got to see this with Miles Morales and Otto Octavius, both fairly recently.
I'm not saying that the Gwen Stacy version of Spider-Woman shouldn't have a Venom story but this felt forced and like the writer was pushed into this by Marvel or because this series has now be rolling for a couple years and its hard to not become formulaic. It's almost as if a Venom story was expected.
But just because something worked a few times, doesn't mean that it will keep working. Also, it doesn't mean that you can't veer away from it and do your own thing. In fact, it's much better to do your own thing and to explore new ideas with new characters, as opposed to rehashing some tired ass shit most Spider-fans have lived through multiple times.
I'm also just getting tired of this alternate universe. I kind of like the evil Daredevil thing but it's also become a bit tiresome, as has this version of the Punisher and just about everyone else. It's like the comic had some good ideas for twists on these characters but there wasn't much else there beyond those twists.
This story arc also wedges in so many characters that it feels like a mess. I'm not even sure why some of them were there other than to have cameos galore in an effort to show how different this alternate reality is. But if you haven't already done that by volume 5, hell, by volume 2, then maybe this series doesn't deserve to continue.
I love Gwen Stacy and I really like this take on her character but she's got to find a purpose for existing other than just being a cool idea and a really cool costume. And I feel like that's all that she is now.
Pairs well with: Other Spider-Gwen collections.
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Darkstalker90 says:
I haven't read anything Spiderman-related since the start of the "Brand New Day" storyline (so billions of years ago in 2019 terms, then) so this character just makes me think "huh?" whenever I see her on the internet. I can only think of Gwen Stacey as she was in the original Amazing Spiderman run so it's just weird lol.
Maybe a Venom storyline was crowbarred in to tie in with the hype surrounding the Venom movie? It has happened before with Hulk or Wolverine being forced into as many guest appearances as possible around the time of a movie release.
Talking Pulp says:
Well, this Gwen is from a different reality where she was bit and Peter wasn't. Peter actually becomes this universe's version of the Lizard but he's killed by Gwen in the first story, which is something that weighs on her throughout the series. The earliest volumes are pretty interesting but by this point, it's lost a lot of steam.

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Lisbon's Emerging Designers Seek to Strike the Balance Between Sustainability and Creativity
"I'm uneasy about what I do," one knitwear designer admitted. "Because to be fully sustainable you shouldn't make any clothes at all — but I have to be creative."
Laura Pitcher
Scenes from Lisbon Fashion Week.
Photo: André Cabral/Courtesy ModaLisboa Fashion Week
To many, the term "sustainable fashion designer" is an oxymoron. Considering our current climate and ecological crisis and the fact that the fashion industry is responsible for a significant (if hard to quantify) negative impact on the environment, it seems we should be urgently halting any new production.
But such black-and-white dicta don't leave room for a new generation of emerging designers to carve a place for themselves in the economically significant sphere that is apparel. Last week during the United Fashion presentation (an exchange project carried out by a cluster of seven European fashion support associations) at ModaLisboa Fashion Week, those designers in the "green capital" battled with this internal conflict.
"I'm uneasy about what I do," knitwear designer Archie Dickens told Fashionista. "As a designer, I find it hard to understand how I can do something without doing nothing. Because to be fully sustainable you shouldn't make any clothes at all — but I have to be creative."
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Dickens claims that in a perfect world we would all be wearing a simple boiler suit uniform — but also that the world isn't perfect and that doesn't seem possible. Instead, his handmade knitwear focuses on creating a small collection of well-made garments.
His latest collection, "Deadstock," was inspired by the efforts of global climate activist group Extinction Rebellion, as Dickens has a few friends involved in the movement. "Deadstock" consists of only seven pieces, as he hopes to create a catalogue in which old designs are still available, rather than presenting entirely new collections each season. He also chose to present using only one model.
"In a sense, I think it's about doing as much as you can without jeopardizing what's important to you," explains Dickens. "Since knitwear is an additive process, everything is fully fashioned with no waste and comes from my studio in Lisbon. I wanted to make what I could and nothing more than anyone needed."
While Dickens is UK-born and Lisbon-based, this focus on quality is something that Salomé Pimentel Areias, Country Coordinator at Fashion Revolution Portugal, says is a signature of fashion attitudes in Portugal.
"Portuguese manufacturing, quality and talented craftsmanship [has] made Portugal one of the best production destinations for northern sustainable brands," says Areias. "There is a beautiful revival of ancient handcraft techniques. We found a way to go back to our roots and traditions and connect them, not only to durability, but also to storytelling."
This rings true for emerging Portuguese designer Joana Duarte, who utilizes antique textiles and explores the historic relationship between Portugal and Asia. Duarte's focus is on human rights, collaboration and fair working conditions for garment workers — something she says is often missing from the mainstream sustainability discussion.
"For me sustainability is just one small part; you have to work with the communities and make sure they're part of it," she says. "I don't understand how you can be 'sustainable' without thinking about the people who make the things, and their families."
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Duarte's brand Behen was born from her travels through India. She sources fabrics — like bedspreads — from her grandmother's collection and from flea markets around the world. In partnership with the Aga Khan Foundation, which focuses on breaking the cycle of poverty, Duarte works with a small group of women near Lisbon to produce her pieces and donates a percentage of sales to refugee children in Syria.
At the United Fashion presentation, models wore Behen while carrying broccoli, which they paired with flower slip-on shoes and vegetable accessories like chili pepper earrings, created by another local designer Lex Bouquet. The jewelry collection "Emotions as I see them" explores our relationship between our minds, body and food, something Bouquet became fascinated with after adopting a plant-based diet.
Sarah Owen, Senior Editor at WGSN Insights, has noticed a different approach to sustainability happening in Portugal since first visiting five years ago. Previously based in New York, she has found that Lisbon's embodiment of sustainable practices doesn't seem to be as forced or opportunistic as the fashion greenwashing happening at larger brands in bigger cities.
"While in other regions it has become somewhat 'trendy,' Portugal has naturally lived by sustainable practices by default," she says.
Lisbon-based emerging designer Artur Dias, founder of the slow-fashion project Opiar, can see past the "bullshit" of sustainable promises from large brands that engage with mass production.
"I think it's great that the fashion industry is addressing sustainability, but everything produces waste," Dias says. "I know because I also create. These promises of sustainability are not fooling me."
Instead of adopting the sustainable label, Dias focuses on so-called "real wear," creating hand-made, one-off pieces from things he already has lying around.
The fact that Dias has already seen an uptick of interest in one-off pieces is a testament to the slow-fashion culture that Owen says is starting to put Lisbon on the sustainable fashion map.
"Think of the country's quite low population with mainly small- to medium-sized, family-owned agricultural producers; the plethora of local, organic produce; few fast fashion shops; the emphasis on quality products," says Owen.
While "big businesses have tried to reverse into sustainability," according to Owen, Lisbon's culture focused on social good and the environment has allowed its smaller labels to explore sustainable fashion thoughtfully, self-critiquing their internal conflict about being a designer in the midst of climate crisis along the way.
Disclosure: ModaLisboa provided my travel and accommodations to attend ModaLisboa Fashion Week.
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3 things we learned in the Patriots' win over the Cowboys
Dion Lewis had a highlight-reel touchdown Sunday in Arlington, Texas.
The Patriots took advantage of a shorthanded Cowboys squad on Sunday afternoon, setting a new franchise record in the process.
New England pulled away from an overmatched Dallas roster in the second half in Arlington, Texas, cruising to a 30-6 victory and a fourth straight win to start the season. The 30 points scored by the Patriots (4-0) gave the team 149 points scored through its first four games, setting a new franchise record for the team's offense.
Tom Brady paced the historic offense by throwing for a pair of touchdown passes and running for one more on a sneak at the goal line. The veteran quarterback was efficient for much of the afternoon, overcoming a potent Cowboys (2-3) pass rush to complete 20 of 27 pass attempts for 275 yards.
Julian Edelman and Dion Lewis both caught touchdown passes in the second half, with each player delivering a sensational run after the initial catch, eluding multiple defenders on their way into the end zone.
Despite the eventual impressive output by New England's offense, the first half was a battle of the defenses. Without the injured Tony Romo and Dez Bryant, the Cowboys' offense was stifled by New England, going three-and-out on six of their eight possessions in the first half.
The Patriots' offense was not much better initially, as Greg Hardy (two sacks) and the rest of the Cowboys' defensive line wreaked havoc by sacking Brady five times in the first half. Ultimately, the Patriots' offensive line tightened up and kept Brady upright in the second half, which allowed New England to pull away for the win.
Three things we learned:
1. Dion Lewis has become one of Tom Brady's favorite targets
Mere days after signing a two-year extension with the Patriots, Lewis made the franchise's investment in him look worthwhile. The shifty running back caught a career-high eight passes for 59 yards against Dallas, highlighted by a 10-yard one-handed touchdown grab in the third quarter.
The 25-year-old also added 34 yards on the ground, but his value in the passing game is proving to be a pivotal component of New England's stellar offensive attack. On a day where Brady saw limited time in the pocket, Lewis was a reliable outlet. He was targeted on 11 of Brady's 27 passing attempts and regularly churned out valuable yardage in the open field.
2. The Patriots' offensive line made Brady and the offense look vulnerable
There aren't too many items you can nitpick when a team is 4-0, but protecting a 38-year-old sufficiently is one of them. That didn't happen in the first half against Dallas, as Brady was sacked five times, which is the most the future Hall-of-Famer has ever been taken down in one half.
The constant pressure made the Patriots' offense look lackluster for a few first half drives, and Brady was unable to find his usual weapons in Rob Gronkowski and Edelman downfield. The bigger concern moving forward has to be limiting the amount of free shots on the franchise quarterback. Few things could derail the Patriots' season at this point, but a big hit on Brady in the wrong spot would be one of them.
3. Jaball Sheard and the defensive line steps up
Following the departure of Vince Wilfork this offseason, the defensive line has been a bit of a question mark for the Patriots through the team's first three games. The run defense has been a bit leaky at times, and young prospects like Dominique Easley and Malcolm Brown have been relatively underwhelming.
Newcomer Jaball Sheard and the rest of the defensive line silenced the critics on Sunday. The former Cleveland Brown tied a career-high with two sacks, including a pivotal takedown of Brandon Weeden that eventually led to a Cowboys punt and a Patriots' score in the closing moments of the first half. Overall, Dallas compiled just 264 yards of total offense on the day, in large part thanks to New England winning the battle in the trenches.
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iPhony 4: Did Steve Jobs Mislead the Public About Delaying Korean Launch?
At Friday's iPhone 4 presser, aka Antennagate, Steve Jobs was tasked with bringing Apple's credibility back up to snuff after angering customers over the phone's nagging reception issues. And just as many cell phone companies such as Nokia and Blackberry cried foul when Jobs unapologetically showed how their phones suffered from a similar "death grip," it seems there is someone else calling foul: South Korea.
During the conference, Jobs announced that plans to ship the latest iPhone to Korea has been postponed. "It's going to take just a little bit longer to get government approval there," he said, acknowledging the country's absence from the list of 17 nations receiving the gadget at the end of July. However, the fault is by no means South Korea's government–they never even received an application.
Indeed, the Korean daily charges Steve Jobs with lying about the delay, saying he masked the fact that it was Apple's poor preparations that is leading to the iPhone's two-month delay. Korea Telecom, the phone's distributor, even went so far as to publish the full text of Apple's response to questions over for the delay, in which Apple admits fault. (It appears the text has yet to be published on KT's english site.) "In other words, Apple, not the Korean government, is to blame," wrote Jung Sun-mi, the reporter behind the Choson Ilbo's article.


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Spoprijemanje s stresom je proces, ki vključuje kognitivne in vedenjske poskuse obvladati, zmanjšati ter vzdržati zunanje in/ali notranje zahteve, ki so nastale kot rezultat stresne situacije. Folkman in Lazarus sta s svojimi kolegi opredelila dva splošna načina pri spoprijemanju s stresom, in sicer spoprijemanje osredotočeno na problem in spoprijemanje osredotočeno na emocionalno stanje..

Na problem osredotočeno spoprijemanje se nanaša na iskanje informacij, spreminjanje vedenja, poskus spremembe okolja, torej aktivno spreminjanje situacije. S tem oseba pripomore k zmanjšanju neugodnih občutkov in rešitvi nastalega konflikta. Nekatera vedenja usmerjena na reševanje problema so :

 Analiziranje problema za boljše razumevanje le-tega.
 Izdelava načrta akcije in sledenje le-temu.
 Razmislek  o tem, kako bi oseba, ki jo posameznik občuduje ravnala v takšni situaciji in jo uporabi za model.
 Razmisliti in v mislih večkrat ponoviti, kaj bo posameznik naredil in povedal (npr. nadrejenemu).
 Oblikovanje več različnih možnih rešitev problema.
 Pogovor z nekom, ki lahko konkretno ukrepa v zvezi s problemom (npr. z nadrejenim).
 Pristopiti do odgovorne osebe in poskusiti spremeniti situacijo.
 Vprašati prijatelja ali koga drugega, ki ga posameznik spoštujemo za nasvet.
 Zavzeti se za rešitev ugodno za nas in vztrajati pri tem.
 Sklepanje kompromisov, da iz situacije posameznik pridobi kakšen pozitiven rezultat.

Na čustva osredotočeno spoprijemanje je vezano na soočanje z občutki in čustvi, ki jih čutimo v konfliktni situaciji, pa tudi na ponovno razlago občutka. Na tem mestu ne gre za aktivno reševanje same situacije. Konkretneje to pomeni:
 Zavračanje pretiranega razmišljanje o konfliktu.
 Poskus pozabe celotne zadeve.
 Imaginacija boljše situacije.
 Se prepustiti usodi (npr. včasih imam pač smolo).
 Nadaljevati, kot da se ni nič zgodilo.
 Poskusiti gledati na svetlo stran situacije (npr. sestanek bo vodil k boljšem delu).
 Situacije ne vzamemo preresno.
 Se spomnimo, koliko hujše bi lahko situacija bila.

Na problem osredotočeno spoprijemanje je način, ki velja za bolj učinkovitega. Na problem osredotočeno spoprijemanje naj bi tudi pomembno uravnavalo odnos med organizacijskim stresom (npr. pomanjkanje virov, časovne omejitve…) in stresom v zasebnem življenju (npr. skrb za finance, bolezen v družini, depresija, nezadovoljstvo, izčrpanost) .

K lažjem spoprijemanju s stresom pripomore sprememba stališča do stresne situacije, torej da oseba v situaciji vidi izziv, ne pa zgolj grožnje, izgube. To bo pripomoglo k doživljanju pozitivnega stresa (evstres) namesto negativnega stresa (distres), posledično pa tudi k uspešnejšem soočanju s problemom .
Na odpornost na stres in uspešnost soočanja z njim pa vpliva tudi osebna čvrstost.

Notranja čvrstost

Pri konstrukt notranje čvrstosti (angl. inner strength) govorimo o skupku osebnostnih lastnosti, ki se navezuje na to, kako posameznik prenaša stresne situacije oziroma kako in na kakšne načine se sooča z obremenilnimi situacijami, ki mu jih prinaša njegov vsakdanjik. Glede na to, da živimo v svetu, kjer smo vedno bolj izpostavljeni različnim stresnim situacijam ter časovnim pritiskom, je ključnega pomena tudi to, da se znamo z njimi soočiti na ustrezen način, ter tako posledično zmanjšamo njihov negativen vpliv na naše duševno zdravje.

Notranja čvrstost je sredstvo človeka, ki vpliva na dobro počutje, ter mu pomaga pri razreševanju težav. Sestavljena naj bi bila iz štirih dimenzij, ki so jih pridobili z meta-teoretično analizo: čvrstost (trdnost), ustvarjalnost, povezanost, fleksibilnost. Notranja čvrstost predstavlja sprejemanje sprememb (tako pozitivnih kot negativnih) kot neizogibne, stanje z obema nogama na tleh ter povezanost z družino, prijatelji, družbo, naravo. Opisuje željo po odgovornosti za lastna dejanja in spoprijemanje s težavami. Biti notranje čvrst pomeni biti kreativen, fleksibilen, verjeti v nadzor nad svojimi dejanji in odločitvami ter iskati smisel v življenju in duhovnost (Lundman idr.,
2010). Notranja čvrstost naj bi bila vir človekovega dobrega počutja in podporna moč za osebno znanje ter rast (Dingley idr., 2000,v: Lundman
idr., 2011).

Zaradi pomembnosti notranje čvrstosti, ki pomaga ljudem, da se lažje spopadajo s problemi, se je več psihologov osredotočalo na ta koncept – čeprav je bilo več raziskav narejenih na starejših ženskah (Dingley in
Roux, 2003; Haile idr., 2002). Lundman idr. (2011) so razvili Lestvico notranje čvrstosti ISS (Inner Strength Scale). Lestvica notranje čvrstosti je kratka in nezahtevna za izpeljavo, ter zajema več vidikov notranje čvrstosti moških in žensk različnih starosti – sodeč na raziskavo (Lundman idr., 2011) pa ima tudi dobro veljavnost in zanesljivost. Lahko koristi za klinične namene, kjer je področje raziskav o povezavi notranje čvrstosti z zdravjem, dobrim počutjem ter mentalnim funkcioniranjem še odprto za raziskovanje. Zaradi vpliva notranje čvrstosti na človekovo zadovoljstvo ter kvaliteto življenja je pomembno, da bi bila lestvica dostopna tudi v slovenščini.

Viri

Stres
Psihoterapija
Varnost in zdravje pri delu
Uporabna psihologija

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This research investigates education as cultural transmission focusing on folk songs of Amami Oshima. I discovered that there are three systems of transmission, each of which interacts with the others: 1. formal (by public administration like schools); 2. non-formal (such as group activity); 3. informal (participating in community events like festivals) . Previous studies tended to deal with traditional culture like endangered species or the subject of protection, and focused on parts of the system, not all of the systems as a whole, overlooking the dynamics of traditional culture.
For this research, information from the administration, school, and the regional people (documents, interview-data, recordings) were analyzed as a whole. This material was collected from the National Diet Library, Kagoshima Prefectural Amami Library, and field research conducted in 2011, and 2013-2014. The methodology combined the fields of education and anthropology.
Further research will be needed to find out the differences of the systems among the communities in Amami Oshima, how the various systems have developed and ultimately, what people learn from the folk songs.


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INDIANAPOLIS

# INDIANAPOLIS

_The Circle City_

LEE MANDRELL

FOREWORD BY _Matthew Tully_

This book is a publication of
 _Quarry Books_

an imprint of

INDIANA UNIVERSITY PRESS
Office of Scholarly Publishing
Herman B Wells Library 350
1320 East 10th Street
Bloomington, Indiana 47405 USA

iupress.indiana.edu

© 2016 by Lee Mandrell
 _All rights reserved_

No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. The Association of American University Presses' Resolution on Permissions constitutes the only exception to this prohibition.

The paper used in this publication meets the minimum requirements of the American National Standard for Information Sciences—Permanence of Paper for Printed Library Materials, ANSI Z39.48-1992.

_Manufactured in China_

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Mandrell, Lee, photographer.
Title: Indianapolis: the Circle City / Lee Mandrell; foreword by Matthew Tully.
Description: Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 2016. | Includes index.
Identifiers: LCCN 2015048275 | ISBN 9780253021618 (cloth) | ISBN 9780253021694 (ebook)
Subjects: LCSH: Indianapolis (Ind.)—Pictorial works. | Indianapolis (Ind.)—Buildings, structures, etc.—Pictorial works.
Classification: LCC F534.I343 M36 2016 | DDC 977.2/52—dc23 LC record available at <http://lccn.loc.gov/2015048275>

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## CONTENTS

_Foreword by Matthew Tully_

_Acknowledgments_

Gallery

_Photography Talk_

_Index_

Indianapolis as Seen from the Central Canal

## Foreword

## BY _Matthew Tully_

For me as a writer it is always humbling to work with great photographers, and I've been fortunate enough over the years to work with many of them. No matter what I've written, no matter how good I might think a piece of work is, time and again I've found that a photographer with a sharp eye and a passion for the job can help an ink-stained newspaper columnist like me reach people in a way that words alone rarely can.

And a great photo, a great series of photos, can help you understand an issue, a person, or even a city better than you thought possible.

Some of the best photos capture moments so fleeting that most of us would have missed them. Others take us into worlds we didn't know existed. And some photographs—and this might actually be the most challenging task of all—tackle subjects that we have seen hundreds or thousands of times before. They show us subjects so familiar to us, so much a part of our lives, yet they offer a perspective or a slice of beauty and color that we have never seen.

In this stunning book of photography, Lee Mandrell offers scores of beautiful and vibrant photos of Indianapolis, the city I've lived in and around most of my adult life. He has captured public buildings, museums, parks, and monuments that hold deep and important memories for me and so many other Hoosiers. This book showcases the Statehouse, the downtown canal, Monument Circle, the zoo, and so many other locations that feel almost like second homes.

But here's the amazing part: Lee so often does this while allowing us to see these places and our hometown in entirely new ways. The triumph of this book is that Lee has created fresh images of the places and buildings we know so well.

Perhaps Lee's photos of the Indiana Statehouse struck me most. This building means the world to me. An early assignment there, an assignment granted to a green and unpolished reporter who'd only recently broken into the newspaper business, provided me with a path to a wonderful career in writing and reporting. And, on a much more important note, I care about the building because it's where I met my wife twenty years ago. I've spent countless hours in the statehouse, not always loving the politics unfolding inside it but always appreciating the craft and architecture that went into creating it so long ago. I've studied and photographed it many times, struck by its beauty and history.

Still, as well as I know the building, I found myself staring for minutes at Lee's photos of it, noticing for the first time the way the lights nearby on Market Street and in the offices below complemented the capitol dome. Lee was able to make the world around the building—the cars and the streetlights—pop in a way that only a great photographer can.

I am not a photography expert, and I cannot intelligently discuss the techniques used by those who make their living making pictures. As much as I love great photography, I often find it hard to explain why a picture sticks with me, why it resonates with me. I agree with what Ansel Adams once said: "There are no rules for good photographs, there are only good photographs." And this book is filled with good photographs. Well, actually, it is filled with great photographs.

Anyone who has worked in newspapers or any similar field will tell you that hard work is the difference between good writing and bad writing, or between good writing and great writing. The editing and rewriting process is not fun—working over the same words time and again, going back for more information, ripping up some of what you've written in hopes of finding a sentence or a paragraph that makes the piece sing a little more. But that's what writers must do.

I think many people don't understand that great photographers do the same type of thing. A great eye and a lot of talent are critical. But so is old-fashioned hard work. Lee, for instance, told me that for some of his photos he went back to the scene time after time, hoping to catch a better ray of light or a different angle, desperate to see the subjects in new and different ways. "The shots are there," he said. "You just have to go find them."

Photos of the monuments and buildings that we know so well particularly require that approach. In this book, Lee has captured Indy's familiar places in unfamiliar, vibrant ways, and that's what impressed me most.

At the zoo, his photos from underneath the dolphin pool glimmer with light. In the wonderful Fountain Square neighborhood, a blue-green fountain in the foreground helps the main subject of the work, a colorful marquee, look even more interesting than it has the hundreds of times I've passed by.

I can only imagine how many photography books have been published about cities such as New York and Chicago—cities known globally for their architecture and style. Those cities deserve those books. But it is also important to appreciate the life, vibrancy, and beauty that exist in cities such as Indiana's beloved capital. That can be easy to overlook in the bustle of our busy lives. Fortunately, Lee Mandrell's book forces us to remember.

## Acknowledgments

I wish to thank some people for their help, encouragement, and support. Without it, much of this would probably have been impossible and my life as I know it would have likely had a much different path. First, my parents, who have always made sacrifices and have never thought of themselves first. The contributions they have made along the way, throughout the years, have never gone unappreciated. I know that it was a challenge for them to buy me a real camera all those years ago, and I have never forgotten it. My inspiration for art and photography comes from these two people. My dad was a decent artist in his youth, so I picked that up from him. My mom enjoyed telling me about how much she loved photography and darkroom work during her years at school. Their accounts definitely got my curiosity and imagination going at an early age. I couldn't wait to learn more about art and photography and what it was that also inspired my parents. It has evolved into a lifelong journey and an ongoing education. The curiosity, wonder, and amazement, as well as my continued education in these areas, have never stopped. I truly believe that this is my life's purpose and that my parents were there to get me on the right course as early as possible in life, even if they didn't realize it. Thank you both.

My wife, DeeDee, who is always positive, uplifting, and sees the good in everything. You are a ray of sunshine to me, a constant source of inspiration and motivation, and a great companion for everything we do and everywhere we go. Thank you for always being willing to travel, even when it's long before the sun comes up, even when it's windy, rainy, cold, frozen, or too hot to be out shooting, even sometimes right smack in the middle of the night, and even when we simply don't feel up to it. We just never know when or where we will end up, and on a moment's notice. I have never once heard a complaint from you about taking photographs, but rather just the opposite. Thanks for being there for me, thanks for being there for us, and thanks for making us a real team and always being together as one. I appreciate that we have so much in common and get to share our life's passions together. What an amazing wife! I am truly blessed.

Ashlee, my daughter, who is always seeing random things with wonder and amazement, things that I might miss. It still amazes me that we can be in the exact same location yet our shots look miles apart. It is with her help that I can work on this area of my photography. I find myself wandering over to see what she is shooting, or what holds her interest. Sometimes I can see it right away, but sometimes I need her to point it out to me. As parents we get to see the world not only through our own eyes, but also those of our children. Thank you for who you are and allowing me to share in your experiences. The wonder never ceases.

Indiana University Press for their endless patience and willingness to always answer any questions I have had, particularly Sarah Jacobi. I told her early on she has the patience of a saint, and as the book evolved and obstacles came up, I am more convinced of that now. The press's help, guidance, and experience throughout the process have been invaluable to me. Thank you for the belief in my work and the chance for us to work together. Hopefully there will be more opportunities. I know that this project was a giant leap of faith. It means more than I can ever express.

Everyone who has been willing to help educate me in some way, willing to work with me and give me that first chance. I very much appreciate all of the willingness to collaborate with others in this field. All of you whom I reached out to for help or advice—some of the photos wouldn't have been possible without the understanding and cooperation of so many people. Over the years, the network of colleagues has grown, and still continues to grow. I look forward to all of the people I have yet to meet in upcoming years and possibly work with.

To all of the people who live in the great city of Indianapolis: it is also to each of you that this collection of work is dedicated. I hope it is enjoyed by everyone, and for years to come. I hope you can explore some of these locations first hand and experience the sights and wonders for yourselves.
INDIANAPOLIS

The Shrine Room at the Indiana War Memorial

## Gallery

The Soldiers and Sailors Monument during the Holidays

The Corridor at the Indiana Government Center

The Indiana State Fair Midway

Fall Color on Display, Garfield Park

The West Entrance into Garfield Park

The Indiana State Capitol Building

The Garfield Park Conservatory Butterfly Exhibit

Spring, White River Gardens

The Soldiers and Sailors Monument during the Holidays

The Covered Bridge at the Indiana State Fairgrounds

White River Gardens during the Holiday Season

The Grand Hall at the Indiana Landmarks Center

The Soldiers and Sailors Monument

The Sunken Garden at Garfield Park

The Eli Lilly Memorial at the Peace Chapel, Crown Hill Community Mausoleum

Winter at Eagle Creek Park and Nature Preserve

The City-County Building

Hook's Drug Store Museum

Columbine at White River Gardens

Hook's Drug Store Museum

The Butterfly Exhibit, White River Gardens

Carriage Ride at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument

The Dome at the Indiana State Capitol Building

The Indiana State Capitol Building

The Rotunda at the Indiana State Capitol Building

Pershing Auditorium inside the Indiana War Memorial

A Relic of Gettysburg, Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum

The Covered Bridge Inside the Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum

The Shrine Room at the Indiana War Memorial

The Indianapolis Art Center in Broad Ripple

The Indianapolis Museum of Art

The Soldiers and Sailors Monument

The Pro Patria Statue at the Indiana War Memorial

The Central Canal, Downtown

The Sunken Garden at Garfield Park

The Chase Circle Building as Seen from Monument Circle

_(This page and facing)_ The Grand Hall at the Indiana Landmarks Center

Christmas at the Zoo

The Central Library

Sunrise at the West Entrance, Garfield Park

Water Lily at White River Gardens

The USS _Indianapolis_ National Memorial on the Central Canal

The Rotunda Entrance to White River Gardens and the Hilbert Conservatory

Depew Memorial Fountain as Seen Looking toward the Indiana War Memorial

Wood Fountain, IUPUI Main Campus

The Dolphin Dome at the Indianapolis Zoo

The Firefighters Museum and Fallen Firefighters Memorial on Massachusetts Avenue

Fountain, White River Gardens

Herron School of Art and Design, IUPUI

Veterans' Memorial Plaza at Night

The Soldiers and Sailors Monument Adorned with Holiday Lights

Looking up at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument

The Indiana Convention Center

The Indiana State Museum at Night

The Indiana State Museum

The Annual Tulip Show, Garfield Park Conservatory

Lilly Gardens at the Lilly House

The Grand Hall at Historic Indianapolis Union Station

The Historic Hannah House

Whitetail Deer at Eagle Creek Park

Historic Fountain Square

The Indiana Historical Society

The Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center at the Indianapolis Zoo

Indianapolis Skyline as Seen from the Indianapolis Zoo

The Indiana State Museum from White River State Park

The Indiana Repertory Theatre

The NCAA Hall of Champions

The NCAA Headquarters

The Indianapolis Artsgarden

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

The Old National Centre, Formerly the Murat Theatre

The Rathskeller

The Pyramids on Indy's Northwest Side

The Morris-Butler House

James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Cenotaph Square in American Legion Mall

Bankers Life Fieldhouse—Home of the Indiana Pacers

The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art

The City Market

_(Above and Facing)_ The Central Library

The Central Library

Blues and Nightlife at the Slippery Noodle Inn

The Gothic Chapel at Crown Hill Cemetery

Crown Hill Cemetery, 34th Street and Boulevard Place Entrance

Indiana Landmarks Center

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

The Vogue, Broad Ripple

The Scottish Rite Cathedral

Indianapolis as Seen from the Canal Walk

The Indiana State Museum

The Indianapolis International Airport

The 9/11 Memorial

Indianapolis at Dusk

Massachusetts Avenue—Part of Indy's Cultural Trail

Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium, Butler University

White River State Park

Holcomb Carillon Tower, Butler University

The World War II Memorial at American Legion Mall

"Ascending" by Robert Pulley in White River State Park

The Lilly House on the Indianapolis Museum of Art Grounds

Sutphin Fountain at the Indianapolis Museum of Art

Looking in on City Market

The Indianapolis Indians' Playground, Victory Field

The Indiana State Capitol Building

Hilbert Conservatory at White River Gardens

The Indiana State Fair

Hook's Drug Store Museum

Indianapolis Fireworks

Under the Waterfall, the Garfield Park Conservatory

Fresh Snow and Sunrise at Eagle Creek Park

The Madam C. J. Walker Building

Interior, Madame Walker Theatre Center

The Benton House

Conner Prairie Interactive History Park

The James Allison Mansion

The Medal of Honor Memorial along the Central Canal

A Local Resident, Indianapolis Zoo

A Colorful Flamingo at the Indianapolis Zoo

The State Capitol Building as Seen from the Top of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument

## Photography Talk

Photography has always held excitement and a magical appeal for me from a very early age. Just watching a Polaroid develop is nothing short of mesmerizing and exciting.

I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as bad light. Often we hear photographers say that we should be shooting only during the magic hours and that anything in between is bad light. As most photographers know, "magic hour" is a duration of one hour after sunrise and one hour before sunset. My feeling is that we should look for subjects that fit the lighting conditions and tailor our shots to match the existing light. Wasted time equals missed photographs in my opinion. I love to shoot, so I keep looking for what works with the available light. This also gives me diversity in my photography and forces me to see things in differing lighting conditions.

I often like to ask people in the course of a "photography conversation" what they believe a camera really does. What is the camera's function? I'm usually amazed at the answer, which is almost always the same: "Well, a camera takes photos." My reply is generally, "Well, that is partially correct, but let's expand on that." A camera, in the simplest terms, is merely a tool, instrument, or device for capturing light, and it is nothing more. A camera, sophisticated as it is, can't reason, think, or compose a shot. It has no cognitive function. It can do only what an operator makes it do. It will only capture the available light based on the settings that you, as the operator, program into it, unless you are strictly an automatic user—but even in automatic you are still required to compose the shot and press the button. The same is true of a work of art. It doesn't paint itself. It takes someone to put all the colors and media together to make an image appear. The person usually shows a look of enlightenment and of thinking in a new direction. This is always exciting for me and makes me smile.

What a person does with a camera is uniquely up to that individual. The years of learning, experience, and skill they have put into honing their craft, their desire to express what they are passionate about, all come together to capture an instant of light that we call a photograph. Keep in mind that there are no magic potions or secret skills to taking good photos and that the next person's better-quality photo is never because they have a better camera. On the contrary, first, it's about learning the basics and applying those fundamentals each time you shoot. Next, it's all about using that applied learning and your desire to push yourself to the limit and beyond to get better and to learn even more. It's good to challenge yourself and step outside your comfort zone—think outside your own box from time to time. It's one of many ways to make progress and achieve personal growth. A change in subject matter from time to time also keeps us fresh and allows us to see and experience things differently. It becomes definitive, practical knowledge that is priceless and can never be taken away. Our education is an ongoing process. Once you have learned something, it's yours forever.

Truly amazing images are inspiring, and they are everywhere. You can't help but respect and appreciate the amount of learning, practice, field time, studio time, and effort someone has undergone to bring the viewer the photographer's vision of what he or she has seen. As with anything in life, the more you put into it, the more you get out of it, and to me the more rewarding the end result usually is. I personally like to push it as far as I can go, and then some. In doing so, I have often been accused of being a perfectionist. That's okay; I am fine with it. I am continually preaching to people that shoot to take the time to get it right in the camera as much as possible. This advice is good for all of us, from an amateur using a point-and-shoot or phone camera to a seasoned photographer using an advanced DSLR. I find that many of the people I shoot with for the first time seem to be in a hurry. I'm always astonished that so many photographers don't know how or when to slow down. Taking the time to get it right in the camera not only makes for all-around better pics, it also saves you enormous amounts of time in post-editing, thus freeing up more time for shooting. Who doesn't want that? Lots of potentially great pics are missed or ruined because the photographer is rushing. Often my best pics are some of the last ones taken in a series of shots. Choose your location, snap some shots, look at what you have and evaluate it closely, change the composition and any settings slightly if need be, wait for just the right light, and you will find that your patience pays off in big ways. Slowing down will only help take your photography to the next level, I promise you.

My own routine these days first consists of what I call " _Pre-Flighting_ " the camera. Upon powering up, I do a quick run through of the ISO, shutter speed, white balance, card formatting, and any other preparations. It's easy to forget to change an ISO back to your preferred range, or not to notice buttons that got accidentally moved around in the bag. It happens. It's an easy step to overlook or forget because we just want to start shooting. Getting in the habit of checking things over first will save you disappointment and ruined shots, some of which can never be retaken.

Once I am satisfied things are where they need to be, it's time to start shooting. When I am certain of the composition I plan to shoot, I then like to check to be sure everything is as level and square as possible, or just as I want it. Crooked shots really take away from a photo's impact. It only takes a second to be sure it's straight, so why not do it? It also makes it easier in the editing process, particularly when stitching a panoramic. Often times I see these same shots posted, still crooked, and the time wasn't even taken to straighten them in post-editing. I then look for distracting elements, such as branches that detract, or leaves, or rocks or what have you, and take appropriate measures to keep them out of the shot or greatly reduce the impact they may have overall.

I also tell people who don't do this already to train themselves to shoot a little loosely, and then plan for some cropping in the final edited version. I always plan for a bit of cropping when composing my own shots. In my opinion, cropping is something everyone should get in the habit of thinking about and probably planning for. This is something I learned firsthand from my years as a custom darkroom printer. Cropping is almost always necessary whether we think it is or not. It seems there is always a bit of unneeded image, too much negative space, a leaf, a twig, format restrictions or whatever that just needs to go. Oftentimes an average shot becomes a better shot by bringing the focus onto the subject just a little bit more. The leading lines can then do their job a little better, the rule of thirds might come into play a bit better, or the shot simply becomes a bit more dramatic and has more visual impact, just from a small tweak. Remember that sometimes what we take out is just as important as what we leave in. Do an experiment with cropping sometime and judge the results for yourself. You will likely be pleasantly surprised.

In today's world of large storage cards, bracketing should become routine if you don't already practice it. I know of no serious photographers that don't bracket to some degree. There simply is no reason not to do it these days. You never know when the bracketed shot that is a stop over or under will be the perfect exposure, or when new software or a new technique will come along that will make you wish you had other exposures available. People with no real photo training can generally pick out a shot properly exposed from the beginning compared to one that wasn't and required extensive work to correct it. It really does make a visible difference. Now you're probably thinking that a decent raw converter or good photo-editing software can save the shot no matter how good or bad it might be. Well, a good raw converter or photo editor definitely can save a shot when needed, and they are very, very good these days, but I still say the shot that needs the least amount of tweaking outshines an overworked shot any day. You know the one: the one that has spot-on exposure, is tack sharp, has almost flawless color, and is saturated just right. This type of shot will always need the least amount of work and will always look the best. It almost feels wrong to not have to work on them too much, but at the same time it's rewarding because you know it was done right in the camera. It's confirmation that all of the basic fundamentals are being done properly and that you are on track.

Another mistake I see many photographers make is not taking the time to fully learn or understand their camera. It's important to know the features and create a workflow that's suited to your style. Missing a critical split-second shot is always a disappointment, and it does not ever need to happen. All of us have done this at some time or another. Spend some time here and there reading the manual or watching some how-to videos. If it bores you, put it down and come back to it when you are more receptive to learning. It might be helpful to pick out only one thing at a time, commit it to memory and learn it, then move onto the next feature. Sit at home and explore your camera and all its functions. Go through each menu. Ask yourself, what does this one do? What happens if I press this? You can't hurt it, so play around until you are familiar with it. The ability to make quick adjustments on the fly can make all the difference from an average shot to a great shot. Sunsets, for example, are constantly changing light at a rapid pace; you need to be able to keep up with camera changes as well, and without giving it any real thought. At some point, knowing your camera inside out is going to pay off when you catch that once-in-a-lifetime shot, and you will be glad you took the time to learn!

I also want to talk briefly about getting to a location, the travel time involved. As I reflect back on the many photographic trips that I have taken over the years, I believe the trips have become as important as the photography. Really, they always were, but I only in recent years realized it. The conversations, the bonding, the music, the various foods, and looking for unusual things along the way all add up to some memorable trips. I wouldn't trade those trips for anything. It's amazing how hard photography really is, but at the same time enjoyable and rewarding like nothing else. Rarely does anyone pull up to a location, open the car door, snap off a few pics, and drive off with an epic shot. My wife, DeeDee, calls this "drive by shooting." There are long hikes (some even backbreaking it seems) lugging heavy equipment around, bug bites, waiting for the exact light you want, sometimes even pleading for it, no matter where your location is. But when you confirm that you have a shot you believe to be exceptional, it makes it all worthwhile. Then there are the car rides back home. Everyone is tired, but there are still good conversations and anticipation of the shots you took, or the "Catch of the Day" as I like to call them. I really cherish it all. Relationships grow and friendships are strengthened.

There is no real secret to great photography, no magic potions or wands, and remember it is never because the next person has a better camera. A camera is a wonderful device! We need to appreciate what it is and what it does for us. It allows us to remember people and events in our lives, even when our minds can't. It allows us to see periods in time and history. It allows us to share what we have seen with others from all over the world and see things we might not otherwise see. For me, it's a trusted companion on any road trip I take. I know I can count on it to deliver what I have seen and allow me to share my visual experiences of the world with anyone who might be willing to look. A camera will do only what I make it do, plain and simple. I do the thinking for it, not the other way around. A camera is a tool to capture light and nothing more. It comes down to how you use it. If you see a shot, or someone's Web site, or a photo somewhere and think, "Wow, that is simply awesome," it's because that person applied lots of simple techniques to making that shot. They took the time to learn and understand what makes a great pic. They put all that applied learning into that one fraction of a second to take a photo that will stand out among the crowd. So why take one hundred average shots if you can take one hundred exceptional ones? Remember, people take pictures. If it doesn't look quite right in the camera, color, composition, and all, make changes until it does. Like anything, you get from it what you put into it. Once all of this has become second nature to you, you will be glad you took the time to get it right in the camera. Your photos will improve, as will your love of photography. Anyone can do it, and that includes you!

## Index

The page numbers in Index represents the print page number and will differ with the eBook page numbers

9/11 Memorial

American Legion Mall

"Ascending" by Robert Pulley (White River State Park)

Bankers Life Fieldhouse

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

Benton House

Broad Ripple: Indianapolis Art Center

The Vogue

Butler University: Holcomb Carillon Tower

Holcomb Observatory and Planetarium

butterfly exhibits: Garfield Park Conservatory

White River Gardens

Canal Walk

Cenotaph Square, American Legion Mall

Central Canal

Canal Walk

USS Indianapolis National Memorial

Central Library

Chase Circle Building, Monument Circle

City-County Building

City Market

Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum: covered bridge

Gettysburg relic (cannonball in a tree)

columbine, White River Gardens

Conner Prairie Interactive History Park

Crown Hill Cemetery

Depew Memorial Fountain

dolphin dome, Indianapolis Zoo

Eagle Creek Park

Eiteljorg Museum

Eli Lilly Memorial, Crown Hill Peace Chapel

Fallen Firefighters Memorial

fireworks

flamingo, Indianapolis Zoo

fountains: Depew Memorial Fountain

Sunken Gardens (Garfield Park)

Sutphin Fountain

White River Gardens

Wood Fountain

Fountain Square

Garfield Park

Sunken Garden

west entrance

Garfield Park Conservatory

butterfly exhibit

tulip show

Gothic Chapel, Crown Hill Cemetery

Grand Hall, Indianapolis Union Station

Hannah House

Herron School of Art and Design

Hilbert Conservatory

Holcomb Carillon Tower

Holcomb Observatory and Plaentarium

Hook's Drug Store Museum

Indiana Convention Center

Indiana Government Center

Indiana Historical Society

Indiana Landmarks Center

Grand Hall

Indiana Pacers' Bankers Life Fieldhouse

Indianapolis Art Center

Indianapolis Artsgarden

Indianapolis Children's Museum

Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Massachusetts Avenue

Indianapolis Firefighters Museum

Indianapolis Indians' Victory Field

Indianapolis International Airport

Indianapolis Museum of Art

Lilly House and Gardens

Sutphin Fountain

Indianapolis skyline

Indianapolis Union Station, Grand Hall

Indianapolis Zoo

Christmas at the Zoo

Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center

view of Indianapolis skyline from

Indiana Repertory Theater

Indiana State Capitol Building

dome

rotunda

Indiana State Fair

covered bridge

midway

Indiana State Museum

Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis: Herron School of Art and Design

Wood Fountain

Indiana War Memorial

Pershing auditorium

Pro Patria statue

shrine room

IUPUI. _See_ Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

James Allison mansion

James Whitcomb Riley Museum Home

Lilly House and Gardens

Madame C. J. Walker Building

Madame Walker Theatre Center

Massachusetts Avenue

Medal of Honor Memorial, Central Canal

Morris-Butler House

Murat Theatre. _See_ Old National Centre

NCAA Hall of Champions

NCAA headquarters

Old National Centre

orangutan center, Indianapolis Zoo

Pershing Auditorium

polar bear, Indianapolis Zoo

Pro Patria Statue (Indiana War Memorial)

Pyramids, The

Rathskeller, The

Ray Skillman's Classic Auto Museum

Scottish Rite Cathedral

Shrine Room, Indiana War Memorial

skyline views, Indianapolis

Slippery Noodle Inn

Soldiers and Sailors Monument

carriage ride

holiday lights

view of State Capitol building from

spring tulip exhibit, Garfield Park

Sutphin Fountain

tulip show

Union Station

USS Indianapolis National Memorial

Veterans' Memorial Plaza

Victory Field

Vogue, The

Walker Theatre

water lily, White River Gardens

White River Gardens

butterfly exhibit

Hilbert Conservatory

White River State Park

"Ascending"

view of Indiana State Museum from

white-tailed deer (Eagle Creek Park)

Wood Fountain

World War II Memorial

The Grand Hall at the Indiana Landmarks Center

Lee Mandrell

For **Lee Mandrell** , photography started out as a hobby that quickly ignited into a fiery passion and then into a lifelong career. He started out at age fourteen with a secondhand Minolta Hi-Matic E rangefinder. Mandrell worked as a custom darkroom technician in a pro lab for years and was eventually promoted to production manager. An early adopter of both digital technology and Photoshop, he is still actively involved in all current photography techniques and practices.

**Matthew Tully** is the political columnist for the _Indianapolis Star_. His columns on public schools have helped drive the debate over education reform in Indiana. He is the author of _Searching for Hope: Life at a Failing School in the Heart of America_ (IUP, 2012).

Ray Skillman's Classic Auto Museum

**EDITOR:** Sarah Jacobi

**BOOK AND COVER DESIGNER:** Jennifer L. Witzke

**PROJECT MANAGER/EDITOR:** Nancy Lightfoot

**MARKETING AND SALES DIRECTOR:** Dave Hulsey

**EDITORIAL AND PRODUCTION DIRECTOR:** Bernadette Zoss

**PRODUCTION INTERN:** Katelyn Griner

**PRINTER:** Kings Time Printing Press Ltd.

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The festive season brings with it many treats.
Usually associated with over-indulgence and richness. But, not these special treats. A friend of mine, Caroline, brought these delectable treats over on New Year's Eve. Now, when she told me she was bringing 'Chocolate Date Balls', I visualised the decadent, sugary variety. One bit of these proved my thinking to be correct. But, not accurate in the least.
Caroline's son is a bit of a health foodie and a very talented ultra-runner. In his quest to enhance his performances, he constantly experiments with a variety of superfoods, recipes and natural, wholefood diets. Inspired by the antioxidants that cacao provides (the good quality raw version), his girlfriend found this little treasure of a recipe.
Pure goodness in a natural state with minimal ingredients.
Too easy and tastes almost too good to be truly good for you. And yet it is. Hard to believe, I know.
Something that needs to be tried for yourself to believe how good they really are.
Add dates, almonds & cacao to a bowl & toss through so cocoa is spread evenly. Add a dash of water. Using hands, mould and squash mixture to form a sticky, smooth paste. Add more water if necessary (be careful as too much will make the mixture too runny).
Using a teaspoon, scoop up a small ball of mixture. Place in the palm of the hand, and use both hands to roll mixture into a smooth, ball shape.
Roll ball in the topping of choice. Place in a sealed container lined with baking paper. Continue forming balls and rolling in the mixture.
Seal container and store in the fridge.
Be warned. They may not last too long, though.
Looks beautiful. I will definitely try this recipe and let you know how it tastes. Thanks.
Hi Anna, Thanks for the feedback. Hopefully you have had an opportunity to try the recipe. Please let me know your thoughts. Thanks, Donna.
I also made these last night for Passover. I thought they would be a perfect touch of sweetness after a big meal, and the dates are a dessert fruit and fit the Passover occasion. I did follow the ingredients of your recipe, but improvised the quantities.
I used chopped pecans and added a bit of cinnamon. I also added about 3/4 of a cup of almond flour to hold the mixture from being too soft and sticky to roll into balls. I rolled the balls in coconut.
They turned out absolutely delicious.
The best thing, though, was that I made another batch with freshly ground cardamom instead of the cocoa. Now, that was amazing! People loved it. Worth while trying out.
A great recipe and very simple to make. Thanks again.
I am so pleased you enjoyed them. Ooh, I love the cinnamon & almond flour addition. Will try this, & also the freshly ground cardamom. Sounds amazingly delicious! I can smell the cardamom already. Hope all is well with you.
I have been enjoying the leftover date balls from last night's Passover meal. They are as good today as they were yesterday. Both the cocoa and cardamum versions are out of this world. A great way to end a satisfying meal if you have a sweet tooth.


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Project is funded in terms of EU programme "Europe for Citizens" (2014-2020) (see programme details here).
International Civic and Citizenship Study (2009) states that differences in civic engagement and participation exist between Western and Eastern Europe countries. Other studies (Coffé, 2009) have shown that former East Bloc countries have lower levels of participation. Research "Youth Future Civic Participation in Europe(..)''(2009) states that comparing countries within the group of new democracies, observed that students from the Eastern Europe have lower levels of expected future participation than the established democracies.
Project activities are planned from January 2015 till May 2016.
Overall objective: Contribute to the development of civic participation at EU countries with transition economies by promotion of the social capital and European citizen's initiative within youth sector.
Participation: The event involved 80 citizens, including 5 participants from the city of Bialystok and Rybnik (Poland), 4 participants from the city of Cluj-Napoca (Romania), 8 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania); 2 participants from Prague (Czech Republic) and 9 participants from Tallinn (Estonia) and 52 participants from different cities of Latvia.
Short description: The aim of the event was to raise awareness of youth involvement in the social capital development. Youth participants has presented best cases identified in the countries of origin about civic engagement and afterwards had a workshop on civic engagement related topics, resulted in the video's, posts and blogs about civic engagement.
Participation: The event involved 53 citizens, including 5 participants from the city of Tallinn (Estonia),1 participant from the city of Lisabon (Portugal), 6 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania); 5 participants from the city of Bialystok and Rybnik (Poland), 1 participants from Safi (Morocco) 3 participants from the city of Cluj-Napoca (Romania) and 32 participants from different cities of Latvia.
Short description: The aim of the event was to educate and promote among youth leader necessity of social capital development and civic engagement. Motivate them to start discussion on the civic engagement and social capital in their communities. Event consisted also of workshop on leading round table discussions and practical round table discussions of mixed countries of the youth leaders. Topics of discussion were related to civic engagement and social capital.
Participation: The event involved 53 citizens, including 7 participants from the city of Katowice and Rybnik (Poland), 3 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania); 2 participants from Tallinn (Estonia) and 6 participants from Riga (Latvia) and 35 participants from the city of Cluj-Napoca and surroundings (Romania).
Short description: The aim of the event was to continue discussion and involvement in the concept of round table discussions. Mixed groups of youth and youth leaders were created from different countries. Youth groups worked on preparation of the video's and articles and prepared publications on the civic engagement topic.
Participation: The event involved 26 citizens, including 2 participants from the Rybnik (Poland), 3 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania); 3 participants from Tallinn (Estonia) and 16 participants from Riga (Latvia) and 2 participant from the city of Cluj-Napoca and surroundings (Romania).
Short description: The aim of the event was together with project participants design questionnaire for youth understanding of social capital and civic participation later on to be used for the research "Level of civic engagement and social capital understanding in the youth sector''.
Participation: The event involved 86 citizens, including 60 participants from the Rybnik and Katowice (Poland), 6 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania); 3 participants from Tallinn (Estonia) and 9 participants from Riga (Latvia) and 8 participant from the city of Cluj-Napoca (Romania).
Short description: The aim of the event was to discover how volunteering can be executed via different forms.
Participation: The event involved 29 citizens, including 3 participants from the Rybnik (Poland), 5 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania); 3 participants from Tallinn (Estonia); 1 participants from Safi (Morocco) and 2 participant from the city of Cluj-Napoca (Romania) and 15 participants from Riga and surroundings(Latvia).
Location / Dates: The event took place in Riga, Latvia from 15/01/2016 to 15/01/2016.
Short description: The aim of the event was to educate youth workers about social capital and its tools. Round table discussions were part of the second part of the workshop with identification of solutions for social capital development.
Participation: The event involved 66 citizens, including 4 participants from the Riga (Latvia); 3 participants from Tallinn (Estonia); 7 participant from the city of Cluj-Napoca (Romania); 6 participants from Rybnik and Katowice (Poland); 1 participant from (Italy) and 45 participants from Mariampole and surroundings (Lithuania).
Location / Dates: The event took place in Mariampole, Lithuania from 2/04/2016 to 2/04/2016.
Short description: The aim of the event was to educate about European citizens' initiative and run active simulation about preparing such initiative.
Participation: The event involved 77 citizens, including 7 participants from the Riga (Latvia); 49 participants from Tallinn (Estonia); 7 participant from the city of Cluj-Napoca (Romania); 6 participants from Rybnik and Bialostok (Poland); 8 participants from Mariampole (Lithuania).
Location / Dates: The event took place in Tallinn, Estonia from 14/05/2016 to 14/05/2016.
Short description: The aim of the event was to inform about project results and disseminate printed copies of the research, have a closure round table discussion, have a small workshop on article development with possibility to publish and get a prizes for the best inputs in the www.civicyouth.eu portal.
Research on "Level of Civic Engagement and Social Capital Understanding in the Youth Sector in Eastern European Countries": SOCAP research results [PDF].
Due to its international character SOCAP project is organised by 5 NGO's from Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania.
The aim of organisation is to strengthen and disseminate the knowledge, promote the international and national experience exchange and establish the networking for social innovation. Three main areas of activity are (1) social entrepreneurship, (2) solutions to overcome youth unemployment and society challenges, an (3) civic engagement.
The main goal of organisation is to help other nongovernmental organizations. CRIS starts and supports endeavors building a civil society and promoting a better democracy.
It is non-profit, non-governmental association located in Cluj-Napoca and has branches in Satu-Mare and Oradea. The main field of activity is language education & examination, and EU projects. The very ultimate goal of association is to make a difference in Romania and to become a recognised centre of excellence.
It is non-governmental organization aiming at creating possibilities for life-long learning and fostering development of individuals and different targets on local and international level. Involved aims at more active participation in civil society, and works for intercultural learning, integration and migration, equal and human rights.
It is non for profit organisation aiming at development of social, cultural, sports and economic projects in Marijampole district and international level. Organisation actively runs projects that strengthen the relations between neighbouring and more distant EU countries and candidates.
New project in youth sector has been launched! Y-game!
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No naming rights deal for Hillsborough, says Sheffield Wednesday chair
NewsEditor | 16 November 2017
Posted in Industry NewsTagged championship | Chansiri | Hillsborough | Naming Rights | Sheffield Wednesday
Sheffield Wednesday chairman Dejphon Chansiri has said it is unlikely that the English Championship football club will seek a naming rights partner for its Hillsborough home stadium in the near future.
Speaking in an interview with The Star, Chansiri said that while such deals can generate a significant amount of income, teams outside of the Premier League will not benefit as much as clubs in the top-tier.
However, despite cooling talk of an imminent deal, Chansiri said that he would be open to such an agreement in the future, should the right opportunity present itself.
"We continue to try and explore every opportunity to help stay within the Profitability and Sustainability regulations and while naming rights can contribute significantly to the overall commercial budget of a club, they do not represent the millions that some may think," Chansiri said.
"Outside of the Premier League, the challenges are more acute, without doubt. The current economic climate does not lend itself to huge stadium naming rights deals globally and those deals that are in place tend to be aligned to new stadia with maximum exposure. But that is not to say it is not possible at a club the size of Sheffield Wednesday."
Chansiri also said that there are no immediate plans for the club to move into a new stadium. Sheffield Wednesday has been based at Hillsborough since the venue opened in 1889.
"I have been asked if I would consider moving to a new stadium and my answer is always the same," Chansiri said. "Right now, we do our best with our home of Hillsborough, in which I have invested significant sums since buying Sheffield Wednesday.
"I am very aware of our heritage and the esteem in which our fans hold Hillsborough and this is something we will balance with the merits of moving in future years after we get to the Premier League.
"I do not like to look too far ahead, we can only focus on one season at a time."
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I've wanted to try this challenge for at least 2 years now but I always forgot about it until the middle of the year. 2019 is the year that I start from January 1, so I am so pumped about it! I will be keeping track of the challenge on this post and will continue to update it as I complete more prompts. If you're also doing the challenge let me know where you are!
I absolutely loved this book! Dimple and Rishi were such great characters and I really enjoyed the author's writing style. I had seen this book in bookstores and libraries but had never checked it out, despite its longtime place on my tbr list. I'm going to work hard to shorten that list this year, and this was the first book I crossed off. You can read my full review here.
I got this arc through NetGalley and will be releasing my review when the book is published on February 26, 2019. This book is written by Jeff Zentner who, according to his Goodreads bio, started his writing career as a songwriter and guitarist. He has released five albums and has recorded with many well-known artists.
This is What it Feels Like is told from three main points of view and one secondary point of view. The book follows three post-high school graduates as they try to win the Sun City contest for a chance to win $15,000 and a shot to work with their favorite band. But Dia, Jules, and Hanna have a long and complicated past together, and they need to figure out how to work together long enough to win the contest. You can read my full review here.
This is the 10th book in the Flavia deLuce series by Alan Bradley. The series follows Flavia deLuce, a spunky 11 year old who has a penchant for chemistry and mystery. Flavia is one of the funniest, wittiest book characters I've read, and the mysteries Alan Bradley concocts are fantastic. You can read my review of this book on my Goodreads page. If you haven't started this series yet I would highly recommend doing so!
Aditi Khorana writes about Indian folklore in The Library of Fates. This book follows Amrita as she embarks on a journey to get her kingdom and her family back from a ruthless emperor. The author dedicated this book to those whose voices aren't being heard, and her acknowledgements section mentions the importance of the ownvoices movement. You can read my full review here.
As I mentioned in my original blog post, I prefer McManus's debut novel over Two Can Keep a Secret. However, I think this would make a great movie. You have the creepiness of the horror park, the woods, disappearances, and overall thrilling mystery. I think the style would be better executed on a more visual platform like a movie or TV show (I'm almost getting Riverdale vibes).
Strange Grace is overall a very unconventional book. It has impressive LGBTQ+ representation (especially for YA), tells the twisted tale of a devil in the forest, and is written in parts rather than chapters. Within each part there are breaks to switch POV between the three main characters, but even those just pick up right here the last POV left off. I think this really added to the book by keeping us on our toes with the supernatural mystery surrounding Three Graces.
I guess this book is more about a girl trying to discover her own voice within her family and society as a whole. However, Starfish touches on a lot of serious issues that can occur within families, such as sexual and emotional abuse, mental health issues, and divorce, to name a few. Even as the main character is doing her own thing in California, she is still drawn to her family and the role they have in her life. It isn't the type of narrative you usually find in YA books, and I think it is important to change that.
This is another book that I received from NetGalley, so my review will be coming later in February when the book is published. Warrior of the Wild contains many imaginary creatures like the ziken, the gunda, valder, and many more. The world the author has created in this book is rooted in old civilizations but has fantastical elements like imaginary monsters that make the plot exciting and more imaginative.
I'm really looking forward to this movie. I've read that the screenplay and the book were developed closely together, so I'm excited to see the differences between the movie and the book. Based on the trailer, Cole Sprouse and Haley Lu Richardson look like the perfect cast for our two main characters. I'm glad we don't have to wait too long after the book's publication to see the movie.
This month was the first time I read the book, but the movie came out 10 years ago earlier this month! I can't believe it's been that long. I remember seeing the movie with my neighbor's family when it came out and being simultaneously freaked out and in love with the story. I recently re-watched the movie on a plane ride around Thanksgiving and still loved it. Reading the book definitely brought back a lot of memories.
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I originally had this book at 4/5 stars, but after more thinking I've decided to change it to 3 stars. I didn't love Lou as a main character and felt that the romantic aspects to the book were lacking. However, I did find Will to be an interesting character. I have read other reviews where his giving up is seen as a very negative thing, but I think the auhter went about this in a unique way. On a person-to-person level I can understand why Will had depression and felt unfulfilled. I can't say anything from the POV of someone with a disability, but I would hate to go from such an action-packed life to such a pain-filled life. Although the representation might not be the best, I think the context of mental health in this book is unique.
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I know people really like Siobhan Vivian's contemporaries but I really didn't like this book. Like, at all. I just found it so juvenille, surface-level, and annoying. I'm usually down for a light summer read but this was way too long of a book to be nothing but light content. This may be on this list because it has "sweet" in the title but I'm feeling bitter about wasting my time on this book.
This book isn't set to be published until April, but I'm going to count it now. You can check out my full review here! The book opens in a monastery with one of our main characters, a girl who grew up there. The majority of the book takes place outside the monastery but the symbol of the monastery plays a vital role throughout the book for the plot and the characters. So although I might be cheating a bit since the book doesn't solely take place there, I think it should count because of the figurative role it plays in the book.
I read this book years ago in elementary school and decided to give it a reread as an adult. Theodosia helped cultivate my love for mythology, fantasy, and mystery, so it will always hold a special place in my heart. This is the first book in a four-part series about Egyptian mythology and a young girl fighting to keep the evil forces at bay.
Romanov is based off, you guessed it, the Romanov family! This is a fantasy retelling of the fall of the Romanov family and tsarist Russia. My full review will be coming closer to the publication date, but the one thing I loved about this book was the historical retelling element. The author put in a lot of effort while researching for this book and included real people, places, dates, and events during the time period.
Again, But Better is the debut novel of popular booktuber Christine Ricci. I haven't personally seen her videos (something I hope to remedy soon!) but have heard that she and the protagonist have many similarities. Again, But Better was a fun and original read and I'm excited to read Ricci's future works! My full review will be up in May, so stay tuned for that.
Sky Without Stars is pitched as a retelling of Les Miserables, a book I haven't read (never will, tbh) but a musical I have seen many times. I will say that it is an imaginative retelling of the classic and I enjoyed that aspect of it but, unfortunately, my love for sci-fi and the Les Mis musical weren't enough to get me to like this book. I think the series as a whole has promise but I was disappointed by this first book. Full review to come closer to the release date!


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Q: Zend Framework delete rows doesn't work? I have the same problem of this Zend_Db_Table: Delete multiple entries, but the code of fireeyedboy sames to not working. I haven't errors but the db entries still exist. What can i do?
My code in the model is identically in effect:
public function deleteUsers($usernames) //elimina più utenti passati con una stringa
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    $where = array();
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    }

    $this->delete($where);
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Where $usernames is an array dinamically created by a multicheckbox selection. I assign the parameters to this array in this way in my controller:
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$this->_adminModel->deleteUsers($list);
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                                null);

For same reason my code go to the successAction but it not do the deleting.

A: Omit foreach loop. If $usernames is array of usernames, your deleteUsers method should look like this:
public function deleteUsers($usernames)
{
    $where = $this->getAdapter()->quoteInto('username IN (?)', $usernames);
    $this->delete($where);
}

If not, please post output of var_dump($usernames).

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Куя́ново () — село в Актанышском районе Республики Татарстан, в составе Уразаевского сельского поселения.

Этимология названия
Топоним произошел от микроэтнонима тюрко-татарского происхождения «куян».

География
Село находится в 5 км к северо-западу от районного центра, села Актаныш. Через село проходит автомобильная дорога регионального значения  «Актаныш - Поисево» - Куяново - Азякуль».

История
Село известно с 1780 года. В XVIII – первой половине XIX веков жители относились к категории башкир-вотчинников. Основные занятия жителей в этот период – земледелие и скотоводство, были распространены пчеловодство, тележный промысел, изготовление корзин.

В период Крестьянской войны 1773–1775 годов жители активно выступили на стороне Е.И.Пугачёва.

В начале XX века в селе функционировали мечеть, мектеб. В этот период земельный надел сельской общины составлял 1420 десятин.

До 1920 года село входило в Шарыповскую волость Мензелинского уезда Уфимской губернии. С 1920 года в составе Мензелинского кантона ТАССР. В 1926 году открыта начальная школа. В 1929 году в селе организован колхоз «Кзыл Тау».

С 10 августа 1930 года – в Актанышском, с 1 февраля 1963 года – в Мензелинском, с 12 января 1965 года в Актанышском районах.

Население

Национальный состав села: татары.

Экономика
Жители работают преимущественно в ООО «Нур» (полеводство, молочное скотоводство), на предприятиях села Актаныш.

Объекты образования, медицины и культуры
В селе действуют клуб, детский сад, фельдшерско-акушерский пункт.

Религиозные объекты
Мечеть (с 1997 года).

Литература
Татарская энциклопедия: В 6 т. / Гл. ред. М.Х. Хасанов, отв. ред. Г. С. Сабирзянов. – Казань: Институт Татарской энциклопедии АН РТ, 2006. – Т. 3: К–Л. – 664 с.

Примечания

Населённые пункты Актанышского района


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Jessy Kent-Parsons (née Usher; 1882 – 26 February 1966) was a mother and child welfare campaigner, who established a School for Mothers in Tottenham in 1912, and organised one of the first antenatal clinics in England in 1917.

Life
Jessy Eugenie Usher was born in Aston, Birmingham in 1882, the daughter of John Usher, a coach painter. A talented contralto, she went to the Royal College of Music at 17, and made some appearances prior to her marriage, in 1900, to Edward Kent-Parsons, a commission agent. The couple had one daughter, but Edward Kent-Parsons died in 1908, from which point she turned to social work.

Kent-Parsons gained a certificate from the Sanitary Inspectors' Board, as well as the Central Midwives' Board, and obtained a Ministry of Health Visitor's Diploma. Qualifying as a Woman Sanitary Inspector in 1911, Kent-Parsons gained employment with the London Borough of Tottenham as a Health Visitor, remaining so until 1945. She was an early member of the Health Visitors' Association, with which she was actively involved, and twice acted as chairperson.

Kent-Parsons became particularly concerned with the health and welfare of women and children, joining the WPHOA in 1912. In the same year, alongside Dr Sophia Seekings Friel, she established a School for Mothers in St. Anne's Ward, Tottenham, an area with a high rate of infant mortality. She then joined the voluntary committee of the first creche to be opened in Tottenham, which became an influential example for the founding of the Maternity and Child Welfare Department of the BC. Of this, she acted as superintendent for three decades, from 1915–45. In 1917, Kent-Parsons organised one of the country's first antenatal clinics, and in 1921 was part of a BMA Committee on Infant Mortality.

In addition to her employment, Kent-Parsons was active in efforts to achieve higher salaries for health visitors. She was also prominent on a number of boards and committees, including on the Executive Committee of the Women Sanitary Inspectors and Health Visitors' Association (WSIHVA) 1918-9; as representative of the Women Sanitary Inspectors on the National Council of Women until 1922; as chair of the Midwifery Training Sub-Committee in 1928, and as a representative of the NCUMC 1926-8. Additionally, she was a member of the National Council of Mother and Child Welfare, the National Association for the Prevention of Infant Mortality, the National Baby Welfare Council, Standing Joint Committee of Industrial Women's Organisations, the National Council of Women, the Women's Advisory Housing Council, and the National and Local Government Officers' Association. For this latter, she travelled abroad as part of educational efforts. In 1935, she was appointed MBE.

Kent-Parsons retired in 1945, after 34 years with Tottenham Borough Council. and was commended for her 'valuable services' and 'unrelenting and determined spirit', particularly in her work throughout World War II. She spent her retirement in Torquay, Devon, living with her friend, Miss Blanchard.

Jessy Kent-Parsons died in a Torquay nursing home on 26 February 1966, remembered for her 'zeal... abundant vitality and great sense of humour'.

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1882 births
1966 deaths
English health activists
Alumni of the Royal College of Music
People from Birmingham, West Midlands
20th-century English women
20th-century English people
Members of the Order of the British Empire


Alma slid into our world on the fifth of January which happens to be my birthday too… just one hundred and seventy eight years later. So I decided she would be a perfect company for my Anna Maria Island vacation. ?????????? — at Anna Maria Island.