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Nurse enlisted commissioning program application window now open
The Chief Nurse interview process has also changed, allowing Chief Nurses to interview only eligible candidates.
Joint Chiefs chairman welcomes military's new top enlisted member
Responsibility as the U.S. military's top enlisted service member changed hands at a ceremony hosted by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Virginia, Dec. 13.
Air Force improves efficiencies for special warfare Airmen
As of Oct. 31, 2019, the new special warfare career field (1Z) includes the following AFSCs: pararescue (1Z1X1), combat control (1Z2X1), tactical air control party (1Z3X1) and special reconnaissance (1Z4X1).
South American Air Chiefs, Senior Enlisted Leader Conference builds partnerships
This year's conference aimed to build cooperation as a strategy towards progress. The conference provided a venue for partner nations and the U.S. to build personal relationships between the air forces as a foundation for future endeavors while discussing capabilities and issues of each nation's air force in space, cyberspace and transnational threats.
Air Force Recruiting Total Force Enterprise makes FY19 goal
The Air Force is embarking on a Total Force recruiting enterprise approach to recruit the nation's best talent and this year was the first year to test the new model. It was an important accomplishment for each component to make goal this year considering the challenges faced by all of the military services.
Around the Air Force: Flight Equipment / F-35A Integration / GI Bill Transferability
On today's look around the Air Force, Air Force flight equipment is being redesigned for female aviators, and for the first time, U.S. Air Force F-35As integrated operationally with Italian Air Force F-35As, making use of one of its main technological design features of interoperability. Also, service members who want to transfer Post 9/11 G.I. Bill benefits to their spouse or dependent children will see some changes starting July 12th.
Air Force announces artificial intelligence research with MIT
Beginning this summer, the combined officer and enlisted team representing various Air Force career fields, is expected to work with researchers at MIT to harness the university's student talent, renowned faculty and state-of-the art facilities and laboratories. The partnership will address a broad range of AI projects such as decision support, maintenance and logistics, talent management, medical readiness, situational awareness, business operations and disaster relief.
Changes to Post-9/11 GI Bill transfers effective July 2019
The transferability option under the Post-9/11 GI Bill allows service members to transfer all or some unused benefits to their spouse or dependent children. The request to transfer unused GI Bill benefits to eligible dependents must be completed while serving as an active member of the Armed Forces. The Department of Defense determines whether or not you can transfer benefits to your family. Once the DoD approves benefits for transfer, the new beneficiaries apply for them at Veterans Affairs.
Air Force releases senior master sergeant/19E8 promotion cycle statistics
Air Force officials have selected 1,434 master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 13,316 eligible for a selection rate of 10.77 percent in the 19E8 promotion cycle.
US Air Force Academy advertises new enlisted academic instructor positions
For the first time in Air Force Academy history, enlisted Airmen will be deliberately hired for faculty teaching positions.
Air Force makes updates to enlisted evaluation policies
The Air Force recently updated evaluation policies for enlisted Airmen, refining the process and requirements for enlisted performance reports.
Air Force Handbook 1, Enlisted Study Guide podcast now available
To help Airmen prepare for their upcoming promotion exams, a no-cost audio version of the Air Force Handbook 1 Enlisted Study Guide is now available across a variety of online platforms.
December enlisted in-system, SNCO board supplemental promotion list released
The Air Force selected 304 Airmen Dec. 13, for promotion via the enlisted in-system supplemental promotion process and three from the senior noncommissioned officer supplemental board. There were 238 Airmen in the 18E5 cycle, 41 Airmen in the 18E6 cycle, one Airman for 17E7, 22 Airmen for 18E7, two Airmen for 18E8 and three for 18E9.
Enlisted Heritage and Training Complex uses the past to teach the present
Located mainly on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, the Enlisted Heritage and Training Complex uses heritage to train, educate, inspire and recruit Airmen to fly, fight and win the nation's wars through an extensive array of artifacts and exhibits spanning more than 111 years of aeronautic history.
Air Force extends high year of tenure for E-4s through E-6s
The Air Force is extending the high year of tenure for senior airmen through technical sergeants beginning Feb. 1, 2019.
AF seeks nominations for 2019 Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught Award
Air Force officials are seeking nominations for the 2019 Brig. Gen. Wilma Vaught Visionary Leadership Award.
51.12 percent selection rate confirmed for 18E5 promotion cycle
Air Force officials have selected 15,669 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 30,651 eligible for a selection rate of 51.12 percent.
August enlisted in-system supplemental promotion list released
The Air Force selected 500 Airmen today for promotion via the enlisted in-system supplemental promotion process.
Air Force seeks Sijan award nominations
Air Force officials are accepting nominations for the 2018 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award through Aug. 31.
Air Force transitions to a single combat uniform
Air Force leaders announced the service will move to a single combat utility uniform, adopting the Operational Camouflage Pattern, or OCP, already in use by the Army and Airmen in combat zones and in certain jobs across the Air Force.


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The enigmatic life of Walter Payton
This is the hardest book of my career.
This is the most rewarding book of my career.
This is the most painful book of my career.
This is the most joyful book of my career.
I entered this project with a love of Walter Payton. He was one of my childhood heroes; a man whose poster hung on my wall. Back in the 1980s, playing football in Brian Cennamo's backyard, I was either Billy Sims, Ricky Bell, Freeman McNeil or Walter Payton.
Mostly, it was Payton.
Hence, when Gotham signed me to write this book, I was giddy. It was the opportunity to delve into one of the most admirable professional athletes of our times. Hell, in one of my first interviews for the book, I asked Eddie Payton whether his brother lived up to his angelic reputation. "Well," he said, "nobody's perfect."
Walter wasn't. He fathered a child out of wedlock, and refused to have a relationship with the boy. He was a poor businessman and a hot-and-cold father and a womanizer of the first degree. Learning these things wasn't—as some think—joyful. Just the opposite—it was depressing.
But then, over time, you realize how complicated people can be. The same man with so many flaws was loving and giving and generous and helpful. He suffered through stretches of horrible depression, yet didn't want others to feel his pain. Even when he initially became sick, he made certain nobody knew.
The public had an impression, and Walter Payton desperately wanted it to endure.
In many ways, it still does.
"Jeff Pearlman does the work of first-rate biography in his addictively readable Sweetness. He presents Walter Payton in all of his flaws and contradictions yet leaves you in the end with a much deeper appreciation of an uncommon man."
David Maraniss
Pulitzer Prize-winning Author
I immediately connected with the idea.
Having grown up in Mahopac, N.Y. in the 1980s, I loved that year and I loved that team. It immediately reminded me of being 14-year-old boy, sitting on Vincent Gargano's couch (he was my up-the-street neighbor) watching Dwight Gooden pitch and Gary Carter hit and Keith Hernandez and Wally Backman and Mookie Wilson and Ron Darling and Ed Hearn (yes, Ed Hearn) dominate like few teams had ever before dominated.
Researching this project was a joy, because it served as a time machine to a pleasurable period in my life. Though it's not my best-selling book (it was a New York Times best-seller, however), it's the one that seems to resonate with the most people. I can't go long before a Mets fan of some sort says, "The Bad Guys Won! I love that book!"
More than 10 years post-publication, it remains incredibly gratifying.

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Q: HBase: Create multiple tables or single table with many columns? When does it make sense to create multiple tables as opposed to a single table with a large number of columns. I understand that typically tables have only a few column families (1-2) and that each column family can support 1000+ columns.
When does it make sense to create separate tables when HBase seems to perform well with a potentially large number of columns within a single table?

A: Before answering the question itself, let me first state some of the major factors that come into play. I am going to assume that the file system in use is HDFS.

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*A table is divided into non-overlapping partitions of the keyspace called regions.

*The key-range -> region mapping is stored in a special single region table called meta.

*The data in one HBase column family for a region is stored in a single HDFS directory. It's usually several files but for all intents and purposes, we can assume that a region's data for a column family is stored in a single file on HDFS called a StoreFile / HFile.

*A StoreFile is essentially a sorted file containing KeyValues. A KeyValue logically represents the following in order: (RowLength, RowKey, FamilyLength, FamilyName, Qualifier, Timestamp, Type). For example, if you have only two KVs in your region for a CF where the key is same but values in two columns, this is how the StoreFile will look like (except that it's actually byte encoded, and metadata like length etc. is also stored as I mentioned above):
Key1:Family1:Qualifier1:Timestamp1:Value1:Put

Key1:Family1:Qualifier2:Timestamp2:Value2:Put

*The StoreFile is divided into blocks (default 64KB) and the key range contained in each data block is indexed by multi-level indexes. A random lookup inside a single block can be done using index + binary search. However, the scans have to go serially through a particular block after locating the starting position in the first block needed for scan.

*HBase is a LSM-tree based database which means that it has an in-memory log (called Memstore) that is periodically flushed to the filesystem creating the StoreFiles. The Memstore is shared for all columns inside a single region for a particular column family.
There are several optimizations involved while dealing with reading/writing data from/to HBase, but the information given above holds true conceptually. Given the above statements, the following are the pros of having several columns vs several tables over the other approach:
Single Table with multiple columns

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*Better on-disk compression due to prefix encoding since all data for a Key is stored together rather than on multiple files across tables. This also results in reduced disk activity due to smaller data size.

*Lesser load on meta table because the total number regions is going to be smaller. You'll have N number of regions for just one table rather than N*M regions for M tables. This means faster region lookup and low contention on meta table, which is a concern for large clusters.

*Faster reads and low IO amplification (causing less disk activity) when you need to read several columns for a single row key.

*You get advantage of row level transactions, batching and other performance optimizations when writing to multiple columns for a single row key.

When to use this:

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*If you want to perform row level transactions across multiple columns, you have to put them in a single table.

*Even when you don't need row level transactions, but you often write to or query from multiple columns for the same row key. A good rule for thumb is that if on an average, more than 20% for your columns have values for a single row, you should try to put them together in a single table.

*When you have too many columns.

Multiple Tables

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*Faster scans for each table and low IO amplification if the scans are mostly concerned only with one column (remember sequential look-ups in scans will unnecessarily read columns they don't need).

*Good logical separation of data, especially when you don't need to share row keys across columns. Have one table for one type of row keys.

When to use:

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*When there is a clear logical separation of data. For example, if your row key schema differs across different sets of columns, put those sets of columns in separate tables.

*When only a small percentage of columns have values for a row key (Look below for a better approach).

*You want to have different storage configs for different sets of columns. E.g. TTL, compaction rate, blocking file counts, memstore size etc. (Look below for a better approach in this use case).

An alternative of sorts: Multiple CFs in single table
As you can see from above, there are pros of both the approaches. The choice becomes really difficult in cases where you have same structure of row key for several columns (so, you want to share row key for storage efficiency or need transactions across columns) but the data is very sparse (which means you write/read only small percentage of columns for a row key).
It seems like you need the best of both worlds in this case. That's where column families come in. If you can partition your column set into logical subsets where you mostly access/read/write only to a single subset, or you need storage level configs per subset (like TTL, Storage class, write heavy compaction schedule etc.), then you can make each subset a column family.
Since data for a particular column family is stored in single file (set of files),  you get better locality while reading a subset of columns without slowing down the scans.
However, there is a catch:
Do not try to unnecessarily use column families. There is a cost associated with them, and HBase does not do well with 10+ CFs due to how region level write locks, monitoring etc. work in HBase. Use CFs only if you have a logical relationship between columns across CFs but you don't generally perform operations across CFs or need to have different storage configs for different CFs.
It's perfectly fine to use only a single CF containing all your columns if you share row key schema across them, unless you have a very sparse data set, in which case you might need different CFs or different tables based on above mentioned points.

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Houston Restaurant Openings
French Fry-Obsessed Eatery Arrives This Weekend in Humble
Curly, waffle, and sweet potato fries, all topped with everything from buffalo chicken to truffle oil
by Amy McCarthy Feb 15, 2018, 9:06am CST
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Buffalo wing fries await
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As promised, Houston will soon be home to Get Fried, a restaurant that's totally dedicated to serving french fries.
The restaurant is set to open its doors at Humble's Deerbrook Mall over the weekend, bringing its french fry-obsessed menu to the suburb, announces a press release. Originally, it was reported that the first location of Get Fried would open at the Marq*E Entertainment Center, but it's unclear whether or not the restaurant moved to a new space or that will be an additional forthcoming restaurant. Expect multiple Get Fried outposts to open in Houston if the concept works out in Space City — the quick-serve chain is currently plotting a rapid expansion throughout Texas, with locations also planned for Austin and Dallas in the coming months.
As far as the fries are concerned, diners can look forward to six different types — waffle, curly, hand cut, straight cut, sweet potato, or sugary funnel fries — that are served plain or garnished with toppings like chicken, Buffalo wing sauce, and blue cheese. There's also sliders that have waffle fries in place of the bun, and "Texas-style" french fry nachos on the menu.
Get Fried will make its debut on Saturday, February 17. The restaurant will kick open its doors at noon.
A Restaurant That Focuses Entirely On French Fries Is Coming To Houston [EHOU]


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Audio-visual Bible lessons in 40 pictures, with Bible overview from creation to Christ, and teaching on the Christian life. For evangelism and church planting. (A65804).
Book 1 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Adam, Noah, Job, Abraham. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65805).
Book 2 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Jacob, Joseph, Moses. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65806).
Book 3 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Joshua, Deborah, Gideon, Samson. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65807).
Book 4 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Ruth, Samuel, David, Elijah. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65808).
Book 5 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Elisha, Daniel, Jonah, Nehemiah, Esther. For evangelism, church planting, systematic Christian teaching. (A65809).
Book 6 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Jesus from Matthew and Mark. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65810).
Book 7 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of Jesus from Luke and John. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65811).
Book 8 of an audio-visual series with Bible stories of the young church and Paul. For evangelism, church planting and systematic Christian teaching. (A65812).
Other information: Understand ENGLISH, CREOLE, New Testament 2005.


Blind embossing and debossing leave an impression in the paper, using pressure instead of ink. Visual and tactile contrasts create text, images or patterns, playing with light and shadows on the surface of the paper. Whether going for a bold or subtle design, both the design and paper choice should be considered carefully: in particular, bolder type and large designs can be embossed more deeply, and heavier papers can achieve greater depth and detail.
Do choose your paper quality and weight carefully to get the desired effect. Strong boards such as Keaykolour, and papers with long fibres such as Conqueror Connoisseur 100% Cotton are recommended for greater dimensional depth. However fine papers from 90g can also be embossed and debossed for more subtle designs.
Do ensure sharp corners or points (like the top of a capital «A») are rounded off as they are areas of weakness and can cause creasing. Do use fonts above 8 point and lines thicker than 2 points. Spacing should also be increased to take into account added dimension.
Do choose a slightly textured paper such as Rives Tradition if you wish to create a contrast with the flat areas of the embossing. Do keep in mind though that a ghost pattern of the original texture could compete with the embossing if the texture is too strong.
Do duplex the back of your embossing if you wish to have a flat surface on the back of your printed material.
Don't neglect the quality of the die, it will have an impact on the quality of the embossing. Brass dies are better than zinc for detailed pieces and longer runs, but more costly.
Don't underestimate the choice of paper colour: dark papers will absorb light more, resulting in a planer visual effect.
Don't forget embossed letterheads are meant to go through a laser printer. Use a shallow emboss design and limit the area to the header of the sheet, or it could cause feeding problems in office equipment.
Don't emboss Curious Collection Translucents if the paper or environment is dry, because it could tear.
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See How One Guy Is Spoiling Star Wars In The Most Obnoxious Way Possible
Published: Jan. 12. 2016 7:10 AM
Needless to say there are Spoilers here so click away if you still haven't seen Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
While Star Wars: The Force Awakens has been out for nearly a month, there are always people who have trouble making it to the theater. The movie came out during the holidays when many people have other commitments that take up their time and require them to focus on other things. The point is that while most people who care have certainly seen the movie, there are surely a few who have not. Accidental spoilers are certainly a possibility that these people will have to deal with. That much is understood. This guy, however, is just an asshole.
Troll level: expert pic.twitter.com/NDwyFJYmFd
— Eric Von Finkleberry (@FINK_BOMB) January 11, 2016
Exactly what posses somebody to spend the money to outfit their car with a sign advertising the big secret of The Force Awakens is something I'm not clear about. Maybe he hasn't even seen the movie yet but had it spoiled for him and this is his version of a temper tantrum. Perhaps his mom threw out all his Star Wars figures when he was a kid, and he's never gotten over it. There's clearly some long-standing trauma here. I'm not a psychologist, but that much seems obvious.
Certainly this guy, or at least his car, is going to receive his 15 minutes of fame for doing this, but certainly there are better ways to become internet famous, rather than infamous. Some people seem to get a kick out of ruining the day for others. On the internet, these people are called trolls. Can we all just agree to keep the troll thing online? It's really important when you get in your car that you act like a reasonable person and not a douchebag. It's part of the social contract. The rest of the world doesn't need to know you're a troll when you go online. That's your little secret. Please keep it.
Spoilers are a tough thing. There's no official policy on when it's ok to talk about movies or TV or books. We've all had something spoiled for us accidentally. Somebody talks about a movie you meant to one day see, and only asks you if you've seen it after they give away the end. How many people knew who Keyser Soze was before they ever saw The Usual Suspects? Even today, that's a tragedy. While learning that information by accident is easy to do today, there's no reason it should be done on purpose. In the grand scheme of things, it's virtually impossible to protect all people from all spoilers but as people, we can all do our part, right? We can, individually, try to not spoil things for people. We can at least not take out fucking ad space, right? Even Han Solo himself thinks this guy sucks.
Today's lesson? Some people are dicks. The rest of us are really sorry about that.
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At least 21 migrants dead after fishing boat sinks off Turkish coast
By Ergin Havadpa
ISTANBUL —At least 21 people are dead after a fishing boat carrying migrants sank off Turkey's Black Sea coast Friday, according to the country's coast guard.
The boat capsized near the coastal town of Kefken in northwestern Turkey. The coast guard said that 40 people had been rescued.
The nationalities of those on board was unclear, as were their destinations.
Rescue teams were still searching for five people reported missing. Coast guard boats and commercial ships were taking part in the search along with a helicopter and a plane.
While Turkey's Aegean coast is popular with people smugglers to send Syrians and other refugees to the Greek islands, a growing number of migrants departing from Turkish coasts have recently been trying to reach Romania by way of the Black Sea.
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has said that new migration routes are appearing through Romania and Spain in an effort to circumvent EU efforts to curb migration in the central and eastern Mediterranean.
Earlier this month, Romania's coast guard rescued a group of 157 Iraqi and Iranian migrants, 56 of them children, from a boat drifting on the Black Sea.
Instead of sending migrants by land from Turkey through Bulgaria and Serbia, traffickers are now putting them on boats bound for Romania.


A woman who claims she suffered total blindness and other deleterious effects as a result of taking an anti-epilepsy drug can sue the distributor of a monograph she claims understated the drug's risks, the First District Court of Appeal has ruled.
Div. Three Thursday affirmed an Alameda Superior Court judge's denial of an anti-SLAPP motion brought by PDX, Inc.
The company's contention that distribution of the monograph was protected activity in connection with a public issue raised "an interesting issue," Justice Peter Siggins wrote. But the court need not rule on it, he said, because the plaintiff showed a sufficient likelihood of prevailing on her claim to survive the motion under Code of Civil Procedure §425.16.
Kathleen Hardin alleged that after she began taking Lamotrigine, the generic form of Lamictal, she learned it carries a significant risk of causing Stevens-Johnson syndrome and associated toxic epidermal necrolysis, particularly when taken in combination with her other medications.
She and her husband sued several defendants, including PDX and Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.
PDX provides software that can be used by pharmacies to access monographs, published by Wolters Kluwer, summarizing information about various prescription drugs. The pharmacies then provide the monographs—which are not regulated or reviewed by the government—to patients when they fill their prescriptions.
Hardin said in her court filings that had she been provided such a warning, she would not have taken the medication.
PDX and Wolters Kluwer both filed anti-SLAPP motions. Judge Gail Brewster Bereola granted Wolters Kluwer's motion but denied PDX's.
The judge reasoned that while the claim against Wolters Kluwer stemmed solely from its protected publishing activities, the claim against PDX stemmed from its agreement with Safeway to abbreviate the monograph, an action beyond mere distribution of the monographs.
Siggins, writing for the Court of Appeal, said Hardin presented evidence that would support a judgment against PDX under the "negligent undertaking" doctrine.
The requisite circumstances, according to the Restatement, are when the failure to exercise reasonable care increases the risk of harm, when the party undertakes to perform the duty owed by another to the injured party, or the injury results from the injured party's reliance on the undertaking.
The case is Hardin v. PDX, Inc., 14 S.O.S. 3108.


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"Over the years, scientists have received a lot of criticism about how they engage in policy discussions," says co-author Scott Kalafatis, assistant professor at Dickinson College. "But I've worked with a lot of scientists who were remarkably dedicated and skilled at engaging in the policy process." Yet, despite these efforts, Kalafatis says it's still unclear how scientists see themselves in those interactions, and some are unsure of how they might best leverage their strengths into policy decisions.
In their new paper for Geosphere, Kalafatis and his co-author Julie Libarkin investigate how scientists in all stages of their career perceive interactions with policy makers. They discovered that there's not a one-size-fits-all approach to interactions between scientists and policy makers—and relying on your strengths can be the most effective way to communicate.
The team believes that these scientists' impressions of how science and policy connect with one another depended very much on who they were, where they were in their career, and where they wanted to be in the future. The researchers note that highlighting the five science-policy models is an important initial step to helping scientists tailor their approach. "In my opinion, there's not 'one neat trick' to make scientists engage more effectively with policy," says Kalafatis. Instead, he says the most effective approach is tailored to people's particular personality, career, and experiences.
Scientists on Twitter: Preaching to the choir or singing from the rooftops?


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Speaking of Family...
Speaking of Family Blog
Family Index
Ancestry of David Kipp Melat
Ancestry of Cherie Lee Phillips
Relationship between David Kipp Melat and President George W. Bush
Relationship between David Kipp Melat and President Barack Obama
Evelyn (?)1
Evelyn (?) married George Emery Morrison, son of John Newton Morrison and Margaret Baker, circa 1906.1 She and George Emery Morrison were divorced in 1928 in Youngstown, Mahoning County, Ohio.2
George Emery Morrison b. 10 May 1887
Elwood L. Morrison+1 b. 18 Aug 1907, d. Apr 1965
[S207] 1910 U.S. Census, Pennsylvania, Venango Co., Sugarcreek Tp., Emery Morrison household, National Archives, (Emery Morrison, 24, PA/PA/PA, md3y, molder; Evaline, 21, PA/PA/PA, 1child/1lvg; Elwood, 2, PA/PA/PA, son).
[S973] Marriage license of Geo E. Morrison and Mabel H. Smith, Cuyahoga Co., OH, Marriage Records, 1810-1973, Vol 153-154; p. 189, Cuyahoga County Archive, Cleveland, OH, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, Marriage Records and Indexes, 1810-1973 [database on-line], viewed at Ancestry (www.ancestry.com).
Elwood L. Morrison1
b. 18 August 1907, d. April 1965
Father George Emery Morrison1 b. 10 May 1887
Mother Evelyn (?)1
Elwood L. Morrison was born on 18 August 1907 in Pennsylvania.1,2 He was the son of George Emery Morrison and Evelyn (?)1 He married Mary Thelma Greenan circa 1929.3 He died in April 1965 in Buffalo, Erie County, New York, at age 57.2
Elwood L. Morrison was living in Buffalo, Erie County, New York, in 1942 when he was listed as a point of contact for his father's World War II draft registration.4,3,5
Mary Thelma Greenan
Shirley E. Morrison5
Roland J. Morrison5
[S114] Elwood Morrison, Social Security Death Index, Master File, www.ancestry.com (Orem, UT: Ancestry, Inc., 1999). Hereinafter cited as SSDI.
[S1092] 1930 U.S. Census, New York, Erie Co., Buffalo, Elwood L. Morrison household, National Archives, (Elwood L. Morrison, 22, PA/OH/OH, md at 22y, laborer, machine shop; Thelma M., 23, PA/NY/NY, wife, md at 22y; Mary E., Greenan, 59, NY/Ire/Ire, wd, mother-in-law; John W., Greenan, 18, PA/NY/NY, bro-in-law, laborer, machine shop).
[S1315] World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942, online Ancestry.com, George Emery Morrison.
[S1386] 1940 U.S. Census, New York, Erie Co., Buffalo, Elwood Morrison household, National Archives, (Elwood Morrison, 32, PA, charger, foundry; Mary T., 33, PA; Shirley E., 9, NY; Roland J., 3, NY).
Mabel H. Smith1
Mabel H. Smith married George Emery Morrison, son of John Newton Morrison and Margaret Baker, on 2 June 1928.1 She died in Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio.1
Mary Thelma Greenan1
Mary Thelma Greenan married Elwood L. Morrison, son of George Emery Morrison and Evelyn (?), circa 1929.1
Elwood L. Morrison b. 18 Aug 1907, d. Apr 1965
Father Elwood L. Morrison1 b. 18 Aug 1907, d. Apr 1965
Mother Mary Thelma Greenan1
Shirley E. Morrison is the daughter of Elwood L. Morrison and Mary Thelma Greenan.1
Roland J. Morrison is the son of Elwood L. Morrison and Mary Thelma Greenan.1
Clarence Ellwood Seekins1
b. 1910, d. 28 March 1933
Father William Ray Seekins1 b. 6 Nov 1889, d. 24 Dec 1968
Mother Clara Jane Morrison1 b. 4 Sep 1894, d. 24 Jan 1967
Clarence Ellwood Seekins was born in 1910.1,2 He was the son of William Ray Seekins and Clara Jane Morrison.1 He married Mary Ada Kightlinger, daughter of Reuben S. Kightlinger.3 He died on 28 March 1933 in Franklin, Venango County, Pennsylvania.1 He was buried in Franklin Cemetery, Sugarcreek Township, Venango County.1
Mary Ada Kightlinger b. 26 Nov 1911, d. 25 Sep 1934
William Lee Seekins+4 b. 13 Dec 1929, d. 1 Apr 2005
[S231] "Clarence Seekins Fatally Hurt in Car-'Cycle Crash", The News Herald, Franklin, PA, 29 Mar 1933, Pennsylvania Room, Franklin Library, Franklin, Venango County, Pennsylvania.
[S336] Gravestone, Clarence E. Seekins, Franklin Cemetery, Franklin, Venango Co., PA; read by Kipp Melat, (1910-1933).
[S231] "Mrs. Mary Seekins Loses Two Week's Battle For Life", The News Herald, Franklin, PA, 21 Sep 1934, Pennsylvania Room, Franklin Library, Franklin, Venango County, Pennsylvania.
[S114] William L. Seekins, Social Security Death Index, Master File, www.ancestry.com (Orem, UT: Ancestry, Inc., 1999). Hereinafter cited as SSDI.
Mary Ada Kightlinger1
b. 26 November 1911, d. 25 September 1934
Father Reuben S. Kightlinger1
Mary Ada Kightlinger was born on 26 November 1911.1 She was the daughter of Reuben S. Kightlinger.1 She married Clarence Ellwood Seekins, son of William Ray Seekins and Clara Jane Morrison.1 She died on 25 September 1934 in Franklin Hospital, Sugarcreek Township, Venango County, Pennsylvania, at age 22.1 She was buried in Franklin Cemetery, Sugarcreek Township, Venango County.1
Clarence Ellwood Seekins b. 1910, d. 28 Mar 1933
Reuben S. Kightlinger1
Virgil S. Kightlinger+1 b. 11 Sep 1905, d. 1 Feb 1980
Mary Ada Kightlinger+1 b. 26 Nov 1911, d. 25 Sep 1934
William Lee Seekins1
b. 13 December 1929, d. 1 April 2005
Father Clarence Ellwood Seekins1 b. 1910, d. 28 Mar 1933
Mother Mary Ada Kightlinger1 b. 26 Nov 1911, d. 25 Sep 1934
William Lee Seekins was born on 13 December 1929 in Franklin, Venango County, Pennsylvania.1,2 He was the son of Clarence Ellwood Seekins and Mary Ada Kightlinger.1 He married Rita Margaret McNamara on 18 October 1952 in Titusville, Crawford County, Pennsylvania.3 He died on 1 April 2005 in Brooksville, Hernando County, Florida, at age 75.1,2
Rita Margaret McNamara
William Lee Seekins Jr.2
Kevin J. Seekins2
Brian E. Seekins2
Erin A. Seekins2
Patricia Seekins2
[S973] Obituary of William L. Seekins, Hernando Torday, 8 Apr 2005, United States Obituary Collection [database on-line], viewed at Ancestry (www.ancestry.com).
[S238] "Rita McNamara Weds Saturday", The Oil City Blizzard, Oil City, PA, 21 Oct 1952, p. 10, Heritage Room, Oil City Library, Oil City, Venango County, Pennsylvania. Hereinafter cited as The Blizzard.
Rita Margaret McNamara1
Rita Margaret McNamara married William Lee Seekins, son of Clarence Ellwood Seekins and Mary Ada Kightlinger, on 18 October 1952 in Titusville, Crawford County, Pennsylvania.1
William Lee Seekins b. 13 Dec 1929, d. 1 Apr 2005
Father William Lee Seekins1 b. 13 Dec 1929, d. 1 Apr 2005
Mother Rita Margaret McNamara1
William Lee Seekins Jr. is the son of William Lee Seekins and Rita Margaret McNamara.1
Kevin J. Seekins is the son of William Lee Seekins and Rita Margaret McNamara.1
Brian E. Seekins is the son of William Lee Seekins and Rita Margaret McNamara.1
Erin A. Seekins is the daughter of William Lee Seekins and Rita Margaret McNamara.1
Patricia Seekins is the daughter of William Lee Seekins and Rita Margaret McNamara.1
P. Morrison1
b. circa 1835, d. between 1850 and 1874
Father Joseph Morrison1 b. c 1802, d. 21 Feb 1874
Mother Ann Beatty1 b. c 1802, d. bt 1860 - 1870
P. Morrison was born circa 1835 in Pennsylvania.1 He was the son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.1 He died between 1850 and 1874.1,2
P. Morrison may have been named Philetus Morrison.3
[S137] 1850 U.S. Census, Pennsylvania, Venango Co., Jackson Tp., J. Morrison household, National Archives, (J. Morrison, 47, PA, farmer, $1500; A., 46, PA (f); J., 19, PA (f); C., 17, PA (f); P., 15, PA (m); C., 13, PA, (m); E.J., 10, PA, (f)).
[S1456] Warren County Intestate Docket, 1:32-33 (Estate of Joseph Morrison), Registrar & Recorder's Office, Courthouse, Warren, Pennsylvania.
[S94] File Card Collection, Warren County Historical Society, Warren, Pennsylvania, according to an email from Nan Morrison Briggs, dated 22 Mar 2014, a letter in the Warren County Historical Society files lists Philetus Morrison, son of Joseph and Ann (Beatty) Morrison, b. 4 Jul 1835, d. 21 Nov 1853, bur. Old Tidioute Cemetery.
C. Morrison1
C. Morrison was born circa 1837 in Pennsylvania.1 He was the son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.1 He died between 1850 and 1874.1,2
C. Morrison may have been named Charles H. Morrison.3
[S94] File Card Collection, Warren County Historical Society, Warren, Pennsylvania, according to an email from Nan Morrison Briggs, dated 22 Mar 2014, a letter in the Warren County Historical Society files lists Charles H. Morrison, son of Joseph and Ann (Beatty) Morrison, b. 16 Apr 1838, 23 Apr 1854, bur. Old Tidioute Cemetery; there is also a broken gravestone at Old Tidioute Cemetery for Chas. H. Morrison.
E. J. Morrison1
E. J. Morrison was born circa 1840 in Pennsylvania.1 She was the daughter of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.1 She died between 1850 and 1874 as she was not listed among the suriviving children of Joseph Morrison.1,2
E. J. Morrison was known as Eliza Jane Morrison.3
[S94] File Card Collection, Warren County Historical Society, Warren, Pennsylvania, according to an email from Nan Morrison Briggs, dated 22 Mar 2014, a letter in the Warren County Historical Society files lists Eliza Jane Morrison, daughter of Joseph and Ann (Beatty) Morrison.
James Henry Morrison1,2,3
b. circa 1830, d. March 1880
James Henry Morrison was born circa 1830 in Venango County, Pennsylvania.1,4,5,3,2 He was the son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.1 He married Minerva Sturgis.6,7,5 He married Esther (?)8 He died in March 1880 in Deerfield Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania, of diabetes.9
James Henry Morrison and Minerva Sturgis were living in Deerfield Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania, in 1860.5 He and Esther (?) were living in Center Township, Rock County, Wisconsin, in 1870.8 He and Esther (?) returned from Wisconsin to Deerfield Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania, by 1874.10,11
Minerva Sturgis b. c 1834, d. bt 1861 - 1870
Julia A. Morrison5 b. c 1855
Sarah J. Morrison5 b. c 1857
Robert Henry Morrison6,5 b. 14 Nov 1859, d. 13 Apr 1910
Lansing Jerome Morrison7,8 b. 15 Jan 1861, d. 23 Jun 1924
Esther (?) b. c 1825
[S1462] Lansing Jerome Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 81048 (23 Jun 1924), (informant: W.S. Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA; (parents James Henry Morrison (bn Franklin, PA) and Minerva S. Lindsay (bn OH)).
[S1462] Robert Henry Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 41156 (19 Apr 1910), (informant: Mrs. Robert Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA; (parent James Henry Morrison (bn Franklin, PA) and Minerva Sturgis (bn OH)).
[S155] 1860 U.S. Census, Pennsylvania, Warren Co., Deerfield Tp., James H. Morrison household, National Archives, (James H. Morrison, 29, PA; Minerva, 26, PA; Julia A., 5, PA; Sarah J., 3, PA; Robert H., 9/12, PA; Samuel Sturgess, 23, PA, laborer; Patrick Fitzpatrick, 50, PA, farmer).
[S1462] Robert Henry Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 41156 (19 Apr 1910), (informant: Mrs. Robert Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA; (parent James Henry Morrison and Minerva Sturgis).
[S1462] Lansing Jerome Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 81048 (23 Jun 1924), (informant: W.S. Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA; (parents James Henry Morrison and Minerva S. Lindsay).
[S723] 1870 U.S. Census, Wisconsin, Rock Co., Center Tp., James H. Morrison household, National Archives, (James H. Morrison, 40, PA, farmer; Esther, 45, PA; Julia,14, PA; Sarah, 12, PA; Robert, 11, PA; Lansing, 8, PA; Lydia Cummings, 16, PA, housekeeper).
[S1404] 1880 U.S. Census Mortality Schedule, Pennsylvania, Warren Co., Deerfield Tp., James Morrison entry, National Archives, (James Morrison, 49, PA/PA/PA, d. March, diabetes, farmer).
[S1456] Warren County Intestate Docket, 1:32-33 (Estate of Joseph Morrison), Registrar & Recorder's Office, Courthouse, Warren, Pennsylvania, (son J. H. Morrison living in Deerfield Tp., Warren Co., PA in 1874).
[S151] 1880 U.S. Census, Pennsylvania, Warren Co., Deerfield Tp., Esther Morrison household, National Archives, (Esther Morrison, 53, PA/PA/NY; Robert, 20, PA/PA/OH, step-son, farmer; Jeroam, 18, PA/PA/OH, step-son, laborer).
Minerva Sturgis1,2
Minerva Sturgis was born circa 1834 in Ohio.2,3 She married James Henry Morrison, son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.4,5,2 She died between 1861 and 1870.2,6
Minerva Sturgis and James Henry Morrison were living in Deerfield Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania, in 1860.2
James Henry Morrison b. c 1830, d. Mar 1880
[S1462] Robert Henry Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 41156 (19 Apr 1910), (informant:Mrs. Robert Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA.
Esther (?)1
Esther (?) was born circa 1825 in Pennsylvania.1 She married James Henry Morrison, son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.1
Esther (?) and James Henry Morrison were living in Center Township, Rock County, Wisconsin, in 1870.1 She and James Henry Morrison returned to Wisconsin in Deerfield Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania, in 1874.2,3
Julia A. Morrison1
Father James Henry Morrison1 b. c 1830, d. Mar 1880
Mother Minerva Sturgis1 b. c 1834, d. bt 1861 - 1870
Julia A. Morrison was born circa 1855 in Pennsylvania.1 She was the daughter of James Henry Morrison and Minerva Sturgis.1
Sarah J. Morrison1
Sarah J. Morrison was born circa 1857 in Pennsylvania.1 She was the daughter of James Henry Morrison and Minerva Sturgis.1
Robert Henry Morrison1,2
b. 14 November 1859, d. 13 April 1910
Father James Henry Morrison3,2 b. c 1830, d. Mar 1880
Mother Minerva Sturgis3,2 b. c 1834, d. bt 1861 - 1870
Robert Henry Morrison was born on 14 November 1859 in Deerfield Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania.1,2 He was the son of James Henry Morrison and Minerva Sturgis.3,2 He died on 13 April 1910 in Deerfield Township, Warren County, at age 50.1 He was buried in Tidioute Cemetery, Tidioute, Warren County.1
[S1462] Robert Henry Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 41156 (19 Apr 1910), (informant: Mrs. Robert Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA.
Lansing Jerome Morrison1,2,3
b. 15 January 1861, d. 23 June 1924
Lansing Jerome Morrison was born on 15 January 1861 in Warren County, Pennsylvania.1,2,3 He was the son of James Henry Morrison and Minerva Sturgis.4,2 He died on 23 June 1924 in Triumph Township, Warren County, Pennsylvania, at age 63.1 He was buried in Tidioute Cemetery, Tidioute, Warren County.1
[S1462] Lansing Jerome Morrison, Pennsylvania Death Certificate 81048 (23 Jun 1924), (informant: W.S. Morrison, Tidioute, PA), viewed at Ancestry.com, online www.ancestry.com, accessed 9 May 2014; original at Pennsylvania Dept. of Health, Division of Vital Records, New Castle, PA.
Chalmer C. Morrison1
b. April 1833, d. 1901
Chalmer C. Morrison was born in April 1833 in Venango County, Pennsylvania.2,3,1,4 He was the son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty.1 He married Elnora Bowser on 18 March 1861 in Allen County, Indiana.5 He died in 1901.3 He was buried in Oak Hill Cemetery, Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin.3
Chalmer C. Morrison was living in Shannon Township, Achtison County, Kansas, in 1860 where he was a farmer.6 He and Elnora Bowser moved to Center Township, Rock County, Wisconsin, by 1870 and remained there the rest of their lives.7,8,2
Elnora Bowser b. Feb 1841, d. 1930
Elmer C. Morrison8 b. c 1865
Jessie M. Morrison8 b. c 1871
Fannie M. Morrison9 b. 5 Dec 1874
George B. Morrison10,8 b. 17 Apr 1876
Blanche Lottie Morrison2 b. Feb 1878
Frederic Willis Morrison11 b. 23 Aug 1880
Milton Franklin Morrison12 b. 23 Aug 1880
[S1456] Warren County Intestate Docket, 1:32-33 (Estate of Joseph Morrison), Registrar & Recorder's Office, Courthouse, Warren, Pennsylvania, (son C. C. Morrison living in Rock Co., Wisconsin in 1874).
[S1054] 1900 U.S. Census, Wisconsin, Rock Co., Center Tp., Chalmers C. Morrison household, National Archives, (Chalmers C. Morrison, Apr 1833, PA/PA/PA, md 39y, farmer; Elenora, Feb 1841, IN/PA/PA, 8child/7lvg; Fannie M., Dec 1873, WN/PA/IN, dau, dressmaker; Blanch L., Feb 1878, WN/PA/IN; Frank, May 1880, WN/PA/IN, son, farm laborer; Frederic, May 1880, WN/PA/IN, son, farm laborer; Nicholas Ehr, Mar 1875, WN/WN/WN, boarder, single, telegraph operator).
[S1100] Burial Record, C. C. Morrison, Oakhill Cemetery, Janesville, Rock Co., WN, viewed at www.findagrave.com, (record created by Gentry Hawk, 23 Feb 2010 (photo: C.C. Morrison 1833-1901, Elnora Morrison, 1841-1930)).
[S1273] Marriage license of Chalmer C. Morrison and Elnora Bowser, Allen Co., IN, "Indiana, Marriages, 1811-1959," index and images, viewed at Family Search (familysearch.org).
[S993] 1860 U.S. Census, Kansas, Atchison Co., Shannon Tp., John Cutberson household, National Archives, (John Cutberson, 27, OH, farmer; Eliza J., 22, IN; Elbertine, 5, IN; Huldah L., 3, IN; Eleanora Bowser, 19, IN, domestic; Chas Morrison, 27, PA, farmer; 4 other farmers).
[S723] 1870 U.S. Census, Wisconsin, Rock Co., Center Tp., C. C. Morrison household, National Archives, (C. C. Morrison, 37, PA, farmer, $8000/1500; Elnora, 28, IN; Elmer C., 5, IN; F. M. Keefer, 11, IN).
[S1019] 1880 U.S. Census, Wisconsin, Rock Co., Center Tp., Chalmers Morrison household, National Archives, (Chalmers Morrison, 47, PA/PA/PA, farmer; Elenora, 38, IN/PA/OH; Elmer C., 15, IN/PA/IN, son; Jessie M., 9, WN/PA/IN, dau; Fannie M., 6, WN/PA/IN, dau; George B., 4, WN/PA/IN, son; Blanche, 2, WN/PA/IN; Addison, 28, PA/PA/PA, nephew, works on farm; Charlotte, 24, IN/PA/OH, neice, assists in housework).
[S1273] Birth record of Nannie [sic: Fannie] Morrison, "Wisconsin, Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," index, viewed at Family Search (familysearch.org, accessed 30 Mar 2014), parents: Chalmers Morrison and Elenora Bowser.
[S1273] Birth record of unnamed male Morrison, "Wisconsin, Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," index, viewed at Family Search (familysearch.org, accessed 30 Mar 2014), parents: C. C. Morrison and Ellenora Bowser.
[S1273] Birth record of Freddie Willis Morrison, "Wisconsin, Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," index, viewed at Family Search (familysearch.org, accessed 30 Mar 2014), parents: Chalmers C. Morrison and Eleanor Bowser, twin.
[S1273] Birth record of Milton Franklin Morrison, "Wisconsin, Births and Christenings, 1826-1926," index, viewed at Family Search (familysearch.org, accessed 30 Mar 2014), parents: Chalmers C. Morrison and Eleanor Bowser, twin.
Elnora Bowser1
b. February 1841, d. 1930
Elnora Bowser was born in February 1841 in Indiana.2,3 She married Chalmer C. Morrison, son of Joseph Morrison and Ann Beatty, on 18 March 1861 in Allen County, Indiana.1 She died in 1930.3 She was buried in Oak Hill Cemetery, Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin.3
Elnora Bowser and Chalmer C. Morrison moved to Center Township, Rock County, Wisconsin, by 1870 and remained there the rest of their lives.4,5,2
Chalmer C. Morrison b. Apr 1833, d. 1901
George B. Morrison7,5 b. 17 Apr 1876
Frederic Willis Morrison8 b. 23 Aug 1880
Milton Franklin Morrison9 b. 23 Aug 1880
[S1100] Burial Record, Elnora Morrison, Oakhill Cemetery, Janesville, Rock Co., WN, viewed at www.findagrave.com, (record created by Gentry Hawk, 23 Feb 2010 (photo: C.C. Morrison 1833-1901, Elnora Morrison, 1841-1930)).
Elmer C. Morrison1
Father Chalmer C. Morrison1 b. Apr 1833, d. 1901
Mother Elnora Bowser1 b. Feb 1841, d. 1930
Elmer C. Morrison was born circa 1865 in Indiana.1 He was the son of Chalmer C. Morrison and Elnora Bowser.1
George B. Morrison1,2,3
b. 17 April 1876
Father Chalmer C. Morrison1,2 b. Apr 1833, d. 1901
Mother Elnora Bowser1,2 b. Feb 1841, d. 1930
George B. Morrison was born on 17 April 1876 in Center Township, Rock County, Wisconsin.1,2,3 He was the son of Chalmer C. Morrison and Elnora Bowser.1,2
[S1309] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 Record of George B. Morrison, viewed at www.ancestry.com, accessed 30 Mar 2014.
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The Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph
Experiencing AP's modernized interpretation of a 1943 two-tone chronograph, live.
calendar 31/03/2020 | ic_dehaze_black_24px By Brice Goulard | ic_query_builder_black_24px 12 min read |
About a week ago, Audemars Piguet introduced a very surprising watch. Designed as the first watch in a new collection inspired by the brand's rich past, the [Re]master01 watch is a remastering of a beautiful historic model. Based on a 1943 two-tone chronograph with Art Deco design, this rare and handsome watch had a hand-wound movement with "teardrop" lugs. Audemars Piguet's idea was to offer a taste of the past in a contemporary package. Despite the complex situation, we were able to get our hands on this beautiful piece and to see what it really looks like in the metal… And yes, it really deserves to be seen on the wrist.
Judging a piece on press images, often 3D renders or ultra-photoshopped images, can be misleading. Besides the obvious lack of proportions and feeling on the wrist, these images don't always do justice to the watch. The way the ambient light plays with a watch is important, creating reflections, changing the colour of a dial… The first images of the Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph gave a relatively bold image of the watch, with bright gold tones. But let's get straight to the point; the new [Re]master01 is far more subtle in real life, far more elegant and is truly an impressive piece. It was a very pleasant surprise, which we'll at look in detail now.
Inspired by The 1943 "teardrop" Chronograph
The 1972 Royal Oak marked an immense step in the history of Audemars Piguet, being the watch that kickstarted the trend of the luxury sports watch. It is also a watch that drastically altered the face of the company, changing from elegant dress watches manufactured on request to the production of bolder sports watches – still Haute Horlogerie, but with a different vocation. Few might know that, until 1951, every watch manufactured by Audemars Piguet was unique – there were models produced in multiple examples, but all differed with a special dial, a special combination of materials…
The watch as presented in the book "Audemars Piguet 20th Century Complicated Wristwatches
Published" in May 2018
If we look back at what Audemars Piguet was before the Royal Oak, we have to remember that the brand (part of the Holy Trinity of watchmaking) manufactured some of the finest chronographs and perpetual calendars. These wrist chronographs by Audemars Piguet are very rare. According to the brand, only 307 examples were made between the 1930s through the 1950s – an era we know as the golden age of fine chronographs, with hand-wound movements, original designs and splendid dials. In this period, Audemars Piguet was manufacturing refined, precious dress chronographs. One of the best examples being the pre-model 1533 (editor's note: back in the days, reference numbers didn't exist yet, so the watch is here catalogued as "Photograph 1533"). Back then, the chronograph wasn't yet the sports watch we know today (this would occur in the late 1950s and early 1960s).
The Audemars Piguet 1943 "Teardrop" is the perfect example of a high-end 1940s chronograph. First of all, it has a 36mm case, and surprisingly, this case could be ordered in a combination of stainless steel and pink gold, like the present example. Second, it featured attractive teardrop lugs, reminiscent of the Art Deco era, along with the stylized 12 on the dial. Also relatively rare for the era, this was a 3-counter chronograph. The dial of the vintage model that served as the inspiration was made in a unique rose-champagne colour with blued chronograph hands.
Regarding scarcity, according to Phillips Watches, "only three stainless steel and gold chronograph wristwatches with the present case design were manufactured in 1941 and later sold in 1943, and the example offered here is the only one with such a (…) dial." The dial also features a tachymeter scale as well as a nice detail; the number "45" is printed in red above the 15-minute mark inside the 30-minute register – to allow the wearer to record up to 45 minutes.
Image by phillips.com
This Audemars Piguet Chronograph was powered by a hand-wound movement, the well-known calibre 13VZAH with 22 jewels – manufactured by Valjoux – a classic column-wheel and horizontal clutch movement. The present piece has appeared at least twice on the auction circuit. First in 2013 with Sotheby's and sold for CHF 115,000 and then again in 2015 with Phillips and sold for CHF 305,000. This very watch, now in the hands of the Audemars Piguet Heritage Collection, has been "remastered" in a modern package to become the [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph.
the [Re]master Concept
Let's start with what the Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 is not. It is not a faithful vintage re-edition of an existing watch. Nothing wrong with that since the brand itself is very open in saying this. This watch is not meant to be a 1-to-1 copy. So what is it then? According to Michael Friedman, the man in charge of Complications at Audemars Piguet, who's also advising on Heritage, this watch is meant to be a 21st-century incarnation of a glorious vintage watch with multiple elements to make it a technically contemporary piece – hence the name [Re]master. By introducing the brand's latest technology, the comfort of an automatic movement and contemporary proportions into a watch that evokes the rich heritage of the brand, the original has been 'remastered'.
"This is not a historic reissue – it is a contemporary remastering" says Michael Friedman, Audemars Piguet's Head of Complications.
Most of the vintage-inspired watches that we see on the market today are based on the 1950s and 1960s. The previous and following decades are somewhat underestimated and the concentration is on the desirable and early sports watches of the twenty years following WWII. Understandably, since these two decades have produced some of the nicest watches we can think of. It saw the birth of the dive watch, the rise of the sports chronograph, the civilian pilots' watches and, in general, the era of the tool watch… However, the 1930s and 1940s also have their share of beauties. On the contrary to the tool watch era, the pre-WWII period was home for creativity and elegance, with multiple expressions of case form and dial design. And the [Re]master01 pays tribute to Audemars Piguet Art Deco watches.
The [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph
It is time now to look at the watch in details. The case of the [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph is clearly inspired by the shape of the 1533. The whole shape, a rounded pebble entirely polished with a high bezel, is true to the original. So are the lugs, short and shaped like teardrops – a rather unusual shape, which is somehow unique to the 1930s and 1940s and that gives this watch its identity. Looking at the side of the watch, we can see a combination of two materials, 18k rose gold for the bezel, the crown and the pushers, and stainless steel for the main case, the caseback and the lugs. Audemars Piguet decided to retain the typical "navette" pushers (if you want to know, this name has to do with a French pastry) and the oversized crown, yet with a slim profile – both being rather classic for vintage chronographs.
In terms of proportions, the case has been increased to a modern diameter at 40mm compared to the 36mm of the original watch. Yet, 40mm remains perfectly acceptable considering the 42mm or plus diameter of modern chronographs. Combined with short lugs, it makes for a compact case that sits well on the wrist. It has some presence, certainly, but still has classic proportions that fit with the overall concept of [Re]master01. The height of the case is substantial, at 14.6mm, due to the presence of a modern automatic movement. However, this somehow helps to retain the diameter/height ratio of the old pre-model 1533.
The combination of steel and rose gold feels rather unusual since it isn't the kind of materials you would think of when creating a 1940s inspired watch. Full steel or full yellow gold would have been the easier choices, but this steel-and-gold combo (something that most of us see as a 1980s style) is a deliberate choice by Audemars Piguet. Not only does it echo the original watch but it is also a bold move to set the watch apart. Some would have certainly preferred a steel watch with a silver-toned dial… but at least Audemars makes a striking impression with this first [Re]master watch that sets it apart from the crowd.
The same can be said about the dial of the [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph. It evokes the past but also integrates modern features required by the implementation of a modern movement. However, besides the obvious change of position for the sub-dials – their location is different and so is their position on the dial, since the two sub-dials are not exactly placed on the 3-9 axle but slightly above – the style of the vintage dial has been well protected. Hands, fonts, surfaces and colours are legitimate and defined and the smallest details have been beautifully reproduced.
The dial has a smooth vertically brushed surface, like the original, with a yellow gold colour (dark champagne…) here again, there's a strong difference between the official images and the reality since the colour of the dial is far more subtle than it appeared at first sight. Depending on the ambient light and reflections, the dial changes from a light champagne colour to a dark, aged gold-tone (almost amber). To display the time, Audemars Piguet also retained the straight baton hands in polished yellow gold, which are surprisingly easy to read. The chronograph indications are all displayed thanks to blued steel hands, matching the blue tachymeter scale on the periphery of the dial. The execution of the dial is impressive, with neatly defined fonts and beautifully executed gold hands. And to stay true to the 1533, the brand decided not to add a date window.
One important detail, the new [Re]master01 features the signature "Audemars Piguet & Co. Genève" on the dial, even though it is manufactured in Le Brassus like all AP watches. From around 1885 to the mid-1970s, Audemars Piguet had a workshop in Geneva to be closer to its clients and facilitate distribution within Europe and beyond. As a tribute to the original piece, the brand chose to keep this historic logo.
To power this [Re]master01, Audemars Piguet relies on its latest chronograph movement, inaugurated in Code 11.59, and that we explained in detail in this technical article. This modern automatic movement is technically impressive and features the most modern solutions. The large 32mm diameter Calibre 4409, features a column wheel and vertical clutch, the latter enabling precise starts and stops. Specific to this movement are the three twin hammers and hammer springs. The hammers are responsible for resetting the hands. The three hammer springs are almost identical and positioned one next to the other. Not only is the function smooth and complete but it is really cool to see these in action one next to the other, superbly highlighted by the architecture of the movement.
Also important to note is that Calibre 4409 is a flyback chronograph, which means it can be returned to zero and restarted instantly with a single push of the button. The power reserve is very comfortable, at 70 hours, and the movement runs at a modern frequency – 28,800 vibrations/hours or 4Hz. The decoration includes straight and circular satin brushing, Geneva stripes and perlage – on both sides of the bridges, even in the hidden areas. The bridges feature large chamfers, perfectly diamond polished. Engravings are gold toned. The 22K gold rotor is decorated with a guilloché pattern.
Although some purists will argue that this movement is far from the Valjoux ébauche found in the 1533, it does, however, befit the [Re]master01 concept. In addition to that, it allows for the balance of the dial with well-spaced sub-dials. A final word regarding the movement: it is large and entirely fills the case. There's something very satisfying in seeing a large movement in a relatively small watch. Rare enough to be mentioned.
The [Re]master01 is worn on a casual light-brown leather strap, which once again adds to the charm of the watch – an additional brown alligator strap is also included in the presentation box, however, it might give the watch a too formal attire.
What to think of the [Re]master01?
It was obviously a necessity to see this watch in its habitat, on the wrist and in natural light. While the official images led some to point out that the two-tone case and the dial were too saturated, too contrasted, the reality is different. The [Re]master01 is indeed much more subtle, much more understated. It has an impressive elegance, some charm and is very lively. We can't deny that it has some presence and some shine, but it is never blatant or excessive. The rose gold used for the bezel/crown/pushers is soft and contrasts with the cold colour of steel. It is never overwhelming and blends with the colour of the dial.
Audemars Piguet could have gone the easy way by making this watch in steel with a silver-toned dial. This would have been consensual but the choice of colours here is very interesting. Maybe some won't like it, but considering that only 500 pieces will be made, this watch will sell out quickly.
Regarding the execution, the quality is undeniable. The dial is extremely detailed and perfectly manufactured. Same goes for the case and the Calibre 4409. Regarding the "remastering" concept, there will always be purists who would have prefered to see a 36mm case and a hand-wound movement. However, for us, Audemars Piguet has managed to introduce modernity without altering the original watch – which, in any case, would have been almost impossible to reproduce to a 100% level.
All in all, Audemars Piguet presents an accomplished, bold watch with its [Re]master01. A desirable statement to introduce this new concept.
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The Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph (ref. 26595SR-OO-A032VE-01) will be limited to 500 pieces and its retail price will be CHF 53,400 (taxes incl.) More details at www.audemarspiguet.com.
Technical specifications – Audemars Piguet [Re]master01 Selfwinding Chronograph
Case: 40mm diameter x 14.6mm height - stainless steel case and lugs, 18k pink gold bezel, crown and pushers - sapphire crystal front and caseback - 20m water-resistant
Dial: champagne/yellow gold-toned dial - thin gold baton hands for the time - blued steel hands for the chronograph - tri-compax layout with small seconds, 30-minute counter and 12-hour counter - blue tachymeter scale
Movement: Calibre 4409, in-house - automatic, integrated flyback chronograph with column-wheel and vertical clutch - 32mm x 6.8mm - 40 jewels - 349 components - 28,800 vibrations/hours - variable inertia balance wheel - 70-hour power reserve - hours, minutes, small seconds and chronograph
Strap: light brown hand-stitched calf leather strap with steel pin buckle - additional brown alligator strap included
Reference: 26595SR-OO-A032VE-01
Availability : Limited to 500 pieces
Price: CHF 53,400
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A bit thick, but I like it. I'd rather have a Cornes de Vache, though.
Wouter van Wijk WRIST ICONS says:
5516 yes please!!!!!!!
As a flyback lover, difficult to argue with anything other than price, hats off to the team for including this rare complication. Out of curiosity, is it a jumping minute chronograph like the 7750?


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Alzheimer's Support Groups: Tips for Success
Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be tremendously discouraging and stressful.
Lori Nisson, MSW, LCSW, Contributor
Director of Family and Community Services at Banner Alzheimer's Institute
Jun 16, 2015, 08:56 AM EDT | Updated Jun 16, 2016
A low angle cropped shot of a group of people holding hands together during a support group session
Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be tremendously discouraging and stressful. After many years supporting patients and families at Banner Alzheimer's Institute (BAI), we've learned how helpful it can be to talk with others who are going through similar experiences.
Through our Family and Community Services program, we've developed a variety of support groups that bring together a range of caregivers, depending on their life circumstances. Our Circle of Friends Support Group is designed to help a broad network of spouses, adult children, family and friends solve their common problems. Our Caregivers Support Group for Adult Children provides these families the opportunity to discuss and seek resolution for the particular challenges faced in caring for your mother or father. Another is our Men Who Care group, designed specifically for the challenges of men, who may not be as experienced or as comfortable as women in the caregiver role. These support groups are aimed at addressing the unique needs of both patients and families, and we've seen countless people benefit from this programming.
Our support groups offer a safe haven to share the victories and frustrations alike, and allow caregivers to listen and learn from others who have been faced with similar challenges.
Through my experience, there are several key factors that determine the success of a support group. If you are thinking about starting a group of your own, keep these tips in mind as your effort develops.
1.Establish a specific purpose.
It's important to establish a clear purpose and principles for your group from the beginning. Keeping in mind the "who, what, where, when and how" of the group will help potential members understand what your specific group can offer them and if it is the right fit.
2.Set ground rules.
To ensure everyone feels comfortable, outline appropriate behavior and expectations for the group such as keeping personal information confidential, being respectful of others' ideas and suggestions, etc.
3.Engage a knowledgeable facilitator.
Having a facilitator with solid experience and training in Alzheimer's and dementia, who also has the resources to network or consult with knowledgeable, experienced health care professionals will provide added value. This will allow the group to better address the unique needs of each participant. It's also key to have a facilitator who knows how to keep the meetings upbeat and accept participants as they are.
4.Meet regularly.
How often your group meets is entirely dependent on participants' needs and the availability of meeting space. Regardless of the frequency, it's important to meet regularly to keep people engaged without overburdening their busy schedules.
I recently received a note from Cindy Krasniewicz, a Scottsdale, AZ resident who has attended many BAI lectures and workshops and who describes BAI as an invaluable resource in helping to understand Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias. In her efforts to share what she's learned from BAI with others in her community, Cindy started a peer group--the Scottsdale Alzheimer's Support Group for the Adult Child - so that other families wouldn't need to face Alzheimer's alone, as she did in the early years of her mother's disease. It's because of people like Cindy that we continue our work to improve the lives of those affected by this terrible disease.
If you want to learn more about what you can do to help end Alzheimer's disease, visit the Alzheimer's Prevention Registry (www.endALZnow.org). The Registry is an online community of people like you who have experienced the devastating effects of Alzheimer's and want to help push prevention research forward. Members are sent updates about Alzheimer's news, prevention studies happening in their area, and information on overall brain health and caregiving tips. Please consider joining us today and using the Registry as a resource for your support group.
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An aerial view of the cooling units at the NSA's Utah Data Center in Bluffdale, Utah.
The legislation, proposed by Utah lawmaker Marc Roberts, is due to go to the floor of the Utah House of Representatives early next year, but it was debated in a Public Utilities and Technology Interim Committee meeting on Wednesday. The bill, H.B. 161, directs municipalities like Bluffdale to "refuse support to any federal agency which collects electronic data within this state."
The NSA brought its Bluffdale data center online about a year ago, taking advantage Utah's cheap power and a cut-rate deal for millions of gallons of local water, used to cool the 1-million-square-foot building's servers. Roberts' bill, however, would prohibit the NSA from negotiating new water deals when its current Bluffdale agreement runs out in 2021.
The law seems like a long-shot to clear legislative hurdles when Utah's legislature re-convenes next year, but Wednesday's committee hearing was remarkable, nonetheless, says Nate Carlisle, a reporter with the Salt Lake Tribune who has waged a fight with the NSA and Bluffdale officials to determine how much water the data center is actually using. "What's noteworthy is no one on the panel said: 'Hey, wait a minute, we can't do this,'" he says. "They had some specific concerns about the language of the bill, but there was no outright opposition."
Utah lawmakers on the committee could have voted to give the bill an "unfavorable" review on the spot, essentially dooming it on the floor, but they didn't do that.
Instead, they simply listened to testimony on the NSA and Bluffdale's support of the center. "I just don't want to subsidize what they're doing on the back of our citizens," Carlisle quotes Republican Representative Roger Barrus as saying during the meeting.
Utah has a long history of disputes with the federal government, but this is the first time Carlisle remembers anyone proposing to cut off water to a federal agency. "I think it's representative of an attitude change in Utah that the bill is even being discussed," he says.


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Shabbat shalom! It is a real honor and privilege to be with you all today on this Shabbat in which we lift up, honor and celebrate Jews with disabilities and all that we bring to our sacred communities as we observe Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion month alongside countless other communities across the continent.
For the next few weeks, we will be reading a series of parshiot which outline the construction of the Mishkan—or portable sanctuary—which the Children Of Israel carried with them throughout their wanderings in the desert. Every last detail is tended to. The materials are chosen just so and the specifications, from the dimensions of the Mishkan to the sacred implements within are described with painstaking exactitude. The Torah devotes some 400 pesukim to the construction of the Mishkan and there lies its significance. Were the subject not of such central import, we would not find such tremendously detailed descriptions of every last element of the sanctuary. The fact that the Torah devotes this much space to the Mishkan's construction instructs us to take to heart just how meaningful this project was.
Our parsha opens with HaShem telling Moses to say to the Children of Israel that all whose heart moves them should bring gifts for the building of the Mishkan, including gifts of gold, silver, copper and beautifully colored yarns and other fabrics. It is significant that HaShem directs this commandment to the entire community, according to their ability or, in the Torah's words, as their heart so moves them. The Torah is here teaching us that every contribution, no matter of what type or size is of infinite and inherent value. Jewish disability awareness, acceptance and inclusion month was begun nearly a decade ago as a means of lifting up and celebrating the contributions of Jews with disabilities to our Jewish community, as well as offering us a sacred opportunity to do a cheshbon hanefesh as a collective to see where we are excelling and in which areas we might want to strive even higher. As our tradition reminds us in Genesis 1:27, we are all created b'tzelem Elokim—in the image of G-d and as such, we each embody a spark of the divine within. The way in which we carry ourselves through the world and contribute to our communities is unique to us—no human being is created more in the image of G-d than any other. As Rav Kook, the first Ashkenazi chief Rabbi of the Land of Israel taught, we each have our own maslul, or path in life, and no two people have the same path. As such, the gifts that we each bring to the building of the Mishkan, with heartfelt intention, reflect our unique capabilities and the innermost desires of our hearts and souls.
We are told in Exodus 25:8 to make for HaShem a sanctuary so that HaShem might dwell amongst us. All of the elaborate work that is going into the specificity of the Mishkan and all of its implements and furnishings is entirely in service of creating a sanctuary in which HaShem's presence may be felt amongst us. I have been drawn of late to the notion that the Mishkan's construction isn't so that HaShem can dwell amongst us as a collective people and nation only, but rather we each contribute to the building of the Mishkan so that HaShem's presence can dwell within each of us individually. Typically, Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion month is a time for us to assess our physical sanctuaries in line with the first interpretation of this verse. We assess the ways in which we are building physically inclusive sanctuaries in terms of the accommodations in place—ramps, alternate-format siddurim including Braille and large print, or modifications enabling those with hearing impairments to enjoy full access to our prayer and programming. Or we might examine the inclusivity of our synagogue's other activities including social gatherings, kiddush on Shabbat and festivals, etc. We might pick a priority or two to work on during the coming year, returning to it in the following year and measuring the progress we've made or the areas for growth which still remain.
If, instead, we choose to take the second approach, we are compelled to examine how we carry ourselves in the world and whether that is a reflection of the notion that the sanctuaries we build aren't so that G-d can dwell externally, but rather, our sanctuaries are built specifically and precisely so that G-d's indwelling presence can be felt internally as a community and within each of us as an individual. In other words, how is my community a dwelling place for the divine? How am I a dwelling place for the divine?
It is easy to use JDAIM as an opportunity to do an external accounting—is our building accessible?—and much harder for us to take a look at our community and the fabric that holds it together and ask, am I building a sanctuary that reflects me and my needs alone, or am I taking to heart that every spark of the divine that we embody can dwell in this holy place? When we build truly and deeply inclusive communities, we are able to make the Divine Presence or Shechinah that much more manifest.
Throughout my Jewish journey, I have been blessed to find myself in countless spaces that did strive, every day to live out our people's mission to be a light unto the nations. Access isn't a nice afterthought but rather part of the very fabric with which our communities are built and sustained. And that takes many years of hard and messy work, along with a commitment to remembering that we are all in process, all growing. While in rabbinical school, I encountered many individuals who took a risk—who believed in the potential of a rabbi who presented needs they had never before encountered—and said yes. Perhaps that yes involved out-of-the-box thinking and innovating, perhaps that yes involved rethinking aspects of a course or curriculum, but the enthusiasm of the yes remained a constant, even when getting to that yes took work.
Unfortunately, I have also found myself in far too many spaces in which that hoped-for yes turned out to be a no, in which fear of the unknown overshadowed the ark of possibility, in which the fear of doing the wrong thing meant that nothing was done at all. Getting out of our comfort zones, getting proximate to that which leaves us sitting with just how little we truly know rattles far too many of us. Whether it is out of prejudice or malice, ignorance or fear, the end result remains the same. The sanctuaries, internal and external that we fashion for HaShem do not allow HaShem's presence to truly dwell because all of the divine sparks that G-d's children carry within aren't able to find their spiritual home.
This, truly, is the work of inclusion. We do inclusion when we prioritize relationship, genuine, mutual, reciprocal relationship. Inclusion comes when we remember that each individual is, as our Mishnah in Sanhedrin reminds us, a world unto him, her or their self—a world of complexity, a world of possibility and promise. Inclusion comes when we value the gifts that we each bring to our sanctuaries no matter how big or small, prominent or behind the scenes. Inclusion happens when we concern ourselves more with how people feel inside our sanctuaries than in telling the world how inclusive we are. May we always strive to continue to bring the gifts of our hearts towards building truly inclusive and accessible spiritual homes for us all.


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