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A multiple Emmy Award-winning investigative reporter and producer, Peter Greenberg is America's most recognized, honored and respected front-line travel news journalist. Known in the industry as "The Travel Detective," he is the Travel Editor for CBS News, appearing on CBS Mornings, CBS Evening News, and Sunday Morning, among other broadcast platforms. Greenberg produces and co-hosts an ongoing series of acclaimed public television specials, "The Royal Tour," featuring personal, one-on-one journeys through countries with their heads of state. Along with such figures as the King of Jordan, Prime Ministers of New Zealand and Israel and Presidents of Mexico and Peru, Greenberg's newest special features the President of Tanzania. The consummate insider on reporting the travel business as news, Greenberg also hosts the television show, "The Travel Detective with Peter Greenberg," airing on Public Television. The series offers more than 50 half-hour episodes with cutting-edge travel information and insider tips you need to know before you ever leave home, plus in-depth reports on the good, bad, and yes, even ugly aspects of travel. Greenberg also has launched a series of one hour specials called HIDDEN, revealing special destinations and unique experiences that you won't find in the guidebooks or brochures. Destinations include Turkey, Poland, and Canary Islands, to name a few. On radio, he hosts the nationally syndicated "Eye on Travel," broadcast each week from a different remote location worldwide, and is heard on hundreds of CBS radio stations across the U.S. Greenberg is also author of The New York Times bestselling Travel Detective series. His most recent book, The Best Places for Everything, comes in the wake of such titles as Don't Go There! and The Complete Travel Detective Bible. He has also been a featured guest on CNN, NewsNation, "The Oprah Winfrey Show," "The Rachael Ray Show," and "The View." Travel Weekly named him one of the most influential people in travel, along with Bill Marriott and Richard Branson. In 2012, he was inducted into the U.S. Travel Association's Hall of Leaders for his contributions to the travel industry. Among his other honors, Greenberg received a News & Documentary Emmy Award as part of the "Dateline" team for outstanding coverage of a breaking news story, "Miracle on the Hudson." Greenberg began his career in journalism as West Coast correspondent for Newsweek in Los Angeles and San Francisco. He won a national Emmy Award (Best Investigative Reporting) for his ABC "20/20" special on the final orphan flight out of Vietnam, "What Happened to the Children?" Greenberg also received an Emmy Award for "Miracle on the Hudson" for NBC Dateline. Greenberg is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin, and an Excellence in Broadcasting Award from the Aviation Space Writers Association of America. His website, PeterGreenberg.com, is one of the leading travel news resources for consumers and industry insiders alike. When he is not traveling the globe, Greenberg also serves as an active volunteer firefighter.

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With Ballynure Old Boys' match against Brantwood falling foul of the weather, Rathcoole FC took centre-stage as East Antrim's sole representative in the Intermediate Division.
They welcomed Magherafelt Sky Blues to The Diamond and the visitors wasted little time in making an impact.
As early as the 17th minute, the County Londonderry outfit forged ahead when Emmet McGuckin found the net. The Sky Blues then had a great chance to double their advantage from the penalty spot in the 23rd minute, but were denied by Rathcoole keeper Kyle Agnew who pulled off a superb save.
The visitors had another couple of good chances to score before Rathcoole got back on level terms with Darren Cosbie scoring right on the stroke of half-time. The second session saw both teams go for the all-important winner and it was the home side who banked the three points thanks to Jordan Armstrong's 65th-minute strike.
Crawford Cup Round Two: Carrick-based Woodlands didn't mess about as they thumped Cookstown Olympic 5-0. Ross Oliver picked up where he left off in last week's barn-storming win over Desertmartin. Oliver rattled in four in that one and within 22 minutes against Cookstown he had netted twice to put the men in blue and yellow firmly in the driving seat.
Alex Haggan landed number three from the penalty spot and two more scored by Thomas Ogilvie and Paul Addis oin the 78th and 84th minutes wrapped up another big victory.
Junior Division One: A last-minute penalty saw Antrim Rovers edge past a plucky FC Whiteabbey outfit with a 3-2 win.
All the goals came in the second half as Whiteabbey's Conor Mullen cancelled out Darryl Brammeld's opener. With 15 minutes left, the Whites took the lead through Matthew Cousins but Darren Adair struck an 80th-minute leveller beforte Jonny Rogers converted a late spot-kick to steal the three points.
It was a day to forget for Carnmoney FC as they were hammered 8-0 by a free-scoring Mallusk Athletic. Goals from Dean Millar (two), Gerard O'Neill, Aodhan McKeating and Henry Edgar put Mallusk five up at the break. O'Neill scored twice in the second half to complete his hat-trick before Michael Frew wrapped things up in the 78th minute.
Junior Division Two: Larne Olympic had to settle for a share of the spoils at Cookstown Youth as the sides drew 1-1.
In a game of limited chances, Keith Hall put the Olympic one up on 31 minutes but the home side levelled matters after the break when Kiefer Scott found the net with a sweetly-struck free-kick. Robert Watson's 85th-minute strike was the difference as Ballynure Old Boys B edged to a 3-2 win over Wakehurst Strollers.
Watson put Ballynure in front from the spot before John Alexander equalised for the Strollers.
Jonny Kane restored Ballynure's lead at the break but Wakehurst got back on level terms after Adam Singleton equalised in the 65th minute. The Ballymena side looked like they had done enough for a point, but Watson made no mistake from the spot late on for his second of the afternoon.
Junior Division Three: Carrick Thistle fought back from a goal down to win 3-1 at home to Hillhead Eagles. Lee Crockett, Rowan McCormick and Ryan Clokey were on the scoresheet for Thistle.
Castle Star blazed to a 10-2 win over neighbours Red Star. Michael Dallas (three), Lloyd Watters (two), Alan Robb, Dean Meneely, Matthew McFall (two) and Andy Hall scored for Castle. Richie McNally and Glenn Heron landed Red Star's consolation strikes.
Whitehead Rangers eased to a 7-2 win over Brantwood-Loughside. Phil Hall (two), Michael Brown, Noel O'Connor, an own goal, Stuart Thompson, Danny Hastings accounted for Rangers' goals.
Canada Trophy: Goals from Ian Boyd, Sammy Duff (three), Marc Campbell (two) gave 3rd Ballyclare Old Boys a straightforward 6-1 success at Cookstown RBL.


he terrorist groups have accustomed us to killing and bombing in the holy month of Ramadan. With the arrival of the holy month, Daesh has been quick to remind us of its despicable atrocities by the suicide bombing of all the members of three families, young and old, in churches of the city of Surabaya, Indonesia. We have not forgotten the extent of Daesh's madness when it targeted the Great Mosque of Mecca in Ramadan 2017, and its failed attempt to target the fasting Muslims in the Haram Al-Madinah in Ramadan in 2016. Since Daesh, Muslims have witnessed countless bloody Ramadans where unspeakable acts of aggression have been perpetrated in markets and mosques to implement Baghdadi's message that there is, "No work in this holy month better than Jihad".
The question we pose to these groups is why do they not contemplate the monumental historical event the occurred in the month of Ramadan that changed the course of human history, namely the conquest of Mecca. Many of us are attracted by the strategic genius of the Prophet (PBUH) that included obscurity, secrecy, conquest, and others. Few of us pay attention to the greatest lesson a man can take from this decisive battle in the history of the Muslim Ummah, namely the respect and care for people's lives and livelihoods.
The Prophet (PBUH) entered Makkah at the head of ten thousand fighters. He was at the peak of his strength, while his enemies, who governed Mecca, evicted him unjustly and tormented him while he was at his most vulnerable. All this did not prevent him from showing restraint, humility, tolerance and coexistence. He never wavered in exercising the humanitarian values of his religion with a concern for human life. In this majestic scene, the Prophet taught his enemies a lesson, when he first tested them: What do you think I am doing to you? They replied: treat us well. And he said: Do not be confused today, may God forgive you and He is the Most Merciful. Then he said his famous words: Go, you are free!
Ramadan is a season to rid ourselves of destructive emotions, anger, revenge, hatred, conflicts and rivalries that destroy human relations. It is the Prophet's soft power of love and tolerance that opened hearts and countries. In a hadith narrated by al-Tirmidhi, the Prophet (PBUH) said: "Shall I not inform you of what is more virtuous than the rank of fasting, Salat, and charity?" They said: "But of course!" He said: "Making peace between each other. For indeed spoiling relations with each other is the Haliqah (destruction)".
Mankind is in a dire need for peaceful relationships, tolerance, the spirit of cooperation and charity. The Messenger of Allah was the most charitable during this month and exerted the utmost effort to strike a harmony between people according to the description of one of his pure wives.
Fasting is the refinement of the soul and spirituality. These are essential building blocks for a high society the art of building a civilization. In this context, prominent historians such as Ibn Jubayr, Ibn Khaldun and Ibn Battuta offer examples of institutions built during the month of Ramadan in Cairo, Baghdad, Damascus, Andalusia, Herat, Ghazni, Balkh, Samarkand, Delhi, Istanbul, Mecca, Medina, Kairouan and others such as libraries, hospitals, schools, mosques, hospitality centres, wedding halls, nursing homes, orphanages, support centres for those in debt and other institutions that made Ramadan an opportunity to pump blood into the veins of the Islamic civilisation.
In this holy month, Muslims used to perform major works such as establishing cities, universities, schools and mosques. On this occasion, the foundation stone of cities such as Fez, Wasit and major scientific institutions such as those in Qairouan, Fustat and others were laid. The most famous and prestigious universities in the Islamic world such as Al-Azhar, University of Al Quaraouiyine and Zaytuna University were established in this holy month.
We must make serious attempts to re-understand our abject responsibilities and make their effects appear in all fields of our intellectual, behavioural and moral life. We ask ourselves questions such as: How do we make worship emerge from its fragrant civilised behaviours that improve our reality in the world and the Hereafter? The crucial question is, how can we turn worship into a deeply rooted culture? If we do not do so, we should not be surprised if we find that the rate of quarrels and conflict rises in Ramadan instead of decreasing, that the economic exploitation increases instead of decreasing, and that charity diminishes instead of increasing. Such is the result of removing fasting from its context, values, and principles and progressing in the opposite direction to that which is intended by this holy month.
If a person practices worship as a mechanical practice devoid of the spirit of worship and the essence of meaning and does not transform it into a deeply entrenched culture, slave worship cannot change their cultural reality, emphasise order and cleanliness, and prioritise appointments, in addition to other acts of virtue and righteousness.
The relationship of fasting with civilisation is the relationship between physics and metaphysics. It is where the divine meets the mundane, worship intersects with daily transactions, and communal and personal obligations meet. It is where the rich and the poor bond and the rights of Allah and rights of His servants are respected in the most beautiful practices.
The OIC's Voice of Wisdom Centre contributes to raising awareness of the cultural and moral concepts of this holy month by launching a campaign on social media to explore the human and cultural values that the radicals are keen to ignore and who emphasise, in its place, the doctrines of murder and hatred.
* Bashir Ahmad Ansari: Director of Dialogue and Outreach Department and Director of Voice of Wisdom Centre at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation.


The aim of this study was to measure ash removal and maintenance workers' exposure to metals, and assess the suitability of different methods to evaluate metal exposure during these work tasks. Whole-body samples and hand-washing method were used in workers' dermal exposure assessment, and biomonitoring methods of metals in total exposure assessment. The greatest levels of Al, Pb, Cd, Cu, S, and Zn on workers' hands were measured in recycled fuel-fired power plants. The median concentrations of lead on workers' whole-body samples were 4.5 ng/cm2, 17.0 ng/cm2, 11.3 ng/cm2, and 58.4 ng/cm2 in pellet-, peat-, wood- and recycled fuel-fired power plants, respectively. In recycled fuel-fired power plants, workers' excretions of Al, Pb, and Mn exceeded the reference values of non-exposed population in 33%, 100%, and 50% of samples, respectively. The dermal exposure results clearly showed that power plant ash can significantly contaminate workers' hands and bodies. The fact that the workers' urinary excretions of metals exceeded the reference values proved intake of metals during these work tasks. Biomonitoring methods take into account exposures from different sources and, due to that, they are the most recommended approach for estimating the total metal exposure of workers. Hand-washing and whole body sampling were the most recommendable methods for assessing the protection efficiency of gloves and coveralls.
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"It's not where you start, but where you finish." There are few people this phrase epitomizes better than Bishop David G. Evans. Coming from a troubled home, Evans' life was the perfect recipe for a statistic. But God had a plan for this young man, and through a series of ordained events, Evans has now become one of the most powerful and notable preachers of the day. A frequent Trinity Broadcast Network host, Prelate of the Abundant Harvest Fellowship of Churches, Pastor of the 27,000-member Bethany Baptist Church, author of Healed Without Scars, and CEO of David G. Evans Ministries, which produces the Power of Revelation T.V. Broadcast worldwide (including on StreamingFaith.com); Dominion Radio Ministries and OnPoint, a live call-in radio talk show, Bishop David G. Evans has set out to change the world and offer the same deliverance he received, through Jesus Christ.
As a youngster, Evans grew up in Philadelphia in a home with a mother who was a Christian and a father who was an alcoholic. "Fortunately, I had a very strong grandfather," says Evans. "He was a strong example of a man in my life. I emulated him." With the encouragement of his grandfather, he graduated from Lincoln University in 1973 with degrees in economics and education and pursued employment in the corporate world. Shortly thereafter, in September 1976, he accepted Christ into his life and found himself called into the five-fold ministry. He also was active in the gospel music industry as a partner of Sweet Rain Records with an artist roster of hitmakers such as Hezekiah Walker, The Wilmington Chester Mass Choir, Bruce Parham and the Southeast Inspirational Choir. He accepted his calling and the mandate to "pastor and grow the Church" and was licensed in the ministry by Reverend H.R. Lusk of Greater Exodus Church in Philadelphia, PA, eventually being ordained by the Bethany Association in 1989.
God had a plan for this young man, and through a series of ordained events, Evans has now become one of the most powerful and notable preachers of the day.


Anyone who is or has been in a long-term relationship remembers their first date: the location, the time of year, and some even remember the clothes they wore that day. Consider your first sale or 'kick-off' meeting with your client as the 'first date' and mark the time the business relationship began. As the relationship grows and anniversaries are reached with your client, taking a moment to appreciate the milestone is a good idea. While flowers and cards are not necessary, a simple 'Thank You for the Business' is a must.
Records were meant to be broken. But to break them we need to make sure we actually KNOW when we achieve them. Whether it's a record number of sales transactions or revenues, you should track them and appreciate these milestones. As a business leader, you should be keeping records of your business goals as well. When company goals are reached, mark down the date of the milestone moment. As the years go on, you'll be able to truly evaluate how much you've grown and achieved over time.
Team leaders need to set aside an evening on the calendar to recognize milestones achieved during the business year. Taking time out to have an 'Awards Night' to recognize and honor those that have gone above and beyond is incredibly important for morale and future success. In addition, your team will look forward to Awards Night as a milestone event in and of itself.


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The word, 'stump' when perplexity is its result is what we are interested in. I am stumped as to the origin of its use in this fashion.
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[h]Posted - 07 Nov 2007 : 23:02:58[/h]Any one know the origin of the verb stump in the folloewing sense. 20: to nonplus, embarrass, or render completely at a loss.
paulwiggins
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Sam, It's all in the trees. To be STUMPED for 'to be baffled' has its origins in the stumps that American settlers had to pull from the earth after felling trees—some stumps were so big and deep-rooted they perplexed the pioneers. The expression was first recorded in 1812: "John bull was a little stumped when he saw [Brother] Jonathan's challenge." (Facts on File Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins)
Ken G – November 8, 2003
Reply from Ken Greenwald (Fort Collins, CO - U.S.A.)
One story that I have read/heard is that when the American pioneers were cutting their way through forests, some of their wagons would get hung up on a stump and could go neither back nor forward; ergo, "stumped."
Leif, WA, USA
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Posted: Tue Oct 12, 2004 12:29 am
.. never let it be said that I would question the infallible sources of Ken .. BUT .. if you ask any person who is from an English heritage background where cricket is played you would be told that "being stumped", ie "baffled" is a reference to how a bowler, in particular a spin bowler, baffles a batsmen to have him stumped by the wicketkeeper .. but that is irrelevant as cricket is hardly the root of any US saying .. and it must be a US saying, mustn't it ??
Wizard of Oz, Australia. 10/11/03
Wiz, I hate to tell you, but a source I always consult when looking for a slang expression is Eric Partridge's (1894-1979) A Dictionary of Slang. British scholar Eric Partridge, considered by people interested in this sort of thing to be the greatest slang lexicographer of the 20th century, spent most of his life amassing what is now in the abovementioned 1400 page tome. Partridge was born and schooled in New Zealand before emigrating to England where he studied at Oxford and spent the next 58 years of his life. So I assume you MIGHT consider him as "being a person from an English heritage where cricket is played."
If one checks under STUMPED, in Partridge's work, which I did, you will find that it says "see 'stump' verb (2). Looking under 'stump' verb (2) you will see: "To beggar, ruin: dialect (1828) >, by 1830, slang. Especially in passive, to be penniless. . . . . from 'stump,' to truncate, or perhaps from cricket." Now Sam's question was, "The word, 'stump' when perplexity is its result is what we are interested in." So, I think we agree that we are talking about baffled. Although I do see the word cricket mentioned in passing, it is in relation to 'beggar, ruin, penniless' – NOTHING ABOUT BAFFLED.
So Wiz, where do you propose I look for non-American bias? Perhaps the OED. Well, it happens that is another source I usually check when there is a chance an expression might appear there. And here's what that "American front organization" had to say:
New Shorter Oxford English Dictinoary:
STUMP: 5) verb transitive: Cricket. Especially of a wicket-keeper: put (a batsman) out by dislodging a bail or knocking down a stump with the ball held in the hand, while the batsman is out of the crease. mid-18th century. 12) verb transitive: Cause to be at a loss; confront with an insuperable difficulty; baffle, puzzle. Frequently as "stumped.' Originally U.S., early 19th century. [[and we don't play much cricket over here – never did!]]
Now Wiz, I don't doubt that if you meet some Aussie bloke (or other person of 'English heritage') in a bar, they will immediately know that STUMPED is the epitome of British slang for baffled – and it must be a British saying, of course, which had its origin in cricket – but don't think that the rest of the world must humor you in your paranoia with chauvinistic interpretations of etymology (<:). If, however, you can somehow twist what you have read above, which are my sources of information – 'shabby' and biased as they may be – to mean that 'stumped' is a British expression, meaning baffled, with cricket as its root, please let me know. Personally, I don't harbor any nationalistic prejudice about word and phrase national origins – I'm cool with whatever! Don't know why I waste my time refuting the ridiculous things you say, Wiz – but I guess it's kind of fun to beat up on nonsense. (&lt)
Your buddy,
An international slanging match! I'd open a book, but Ken's got them all. What stumps me is how the Aussies manage to sledge on the cricket pitch while it's still midsummer.
And who cares who coined what - English itself is the most glorious compote of borrowings, evolutions, refinements - and that's part of the reason why it's so much fun.
Edwin, the Roman Colonies
by Ken Greenwald
[I've combined the newer discussion with the earlier one on the same subject -- Forum Moderator]
[h] Posted - 07 Nov 2007 : 23:43:15[/h] My guess -- and it is no more than that -- is that it derives from the game of cricket, specifically in relation to the situation in which the batman is dismissed through the bails being dislodged with the ball while the batsman is out of the crease, but is not running. Hence to be stumped in the figurative sense you are inquiring about would involve a sudden and disadvantageous change in the situation of the person being embarrassed, nonplussed or being rendered at a loss.
[h] Posted - 07 Nov 2007 : 23:49:06 Show Profile[/h] It comes from the German Stumpf which means, among other things, dull and obtuse. If you stump somebody in the sense you intend, then I suppose you bring out their dull, obtuse side.
Big Squirrel
[h] Posted - 08 Nov 2007 : 04:12:23[/h] Much obliged. It dawned on me this morning that I had been making cultural assumptions about the origin.
[h] Posted - 08 Nov 2007 : 04:31:20[/h] Neither the supposition that Mark put forward, nor mine, is definitive. Perhaps someone else will be able to present some hard evidence to help clarify the origin of the expression.
Here's what the Oxford English Dictionary offered up on 'stump':
STUMPER noun: Something (e.g. a question, a task imposed, a reply) that 'stumps' one; a poser.
<1807 "They happened to run their heads full butt against a new reading. Now this was a STUMPER."—'Salmagundi' (New York), 20 March, page 121>
<1833 I'm afraid we'll git a stumper..one of these days, that will nock us all into kindlin-wood."—'Letters of J. Downing (1835)' (Seba Smith), xxii. page 126>
<1872 "The American . . . speaks of a conclusive argument, or a difficult problem: 'That is a STUMPER.'"—'Americanisms' by Schele de Vere, page 187>
<1899 "We always noticed, at arithmetic times, that Browne, if he got a stumper, would put up the lid of his private desk and hide behind it."—' The Human Boy' by E. Phillpotts, vi. page 137>
STUMP verb: (originally U.S.): To cause to be at a loss; to confront with an insuperable difficulty; to nonplus. [The primary reference was probably to the obstruction caused by stumps in ploughing imperfectly cleared land.]
<1833 "My Good Old Friend,—I'm STUMPED. I jest got a letter from the Gineral [etc.]." Ibid. —" This STUMPS me considerable."—'Letters of J. Downing [Seba Smith]' (1835), page 80 & xxxii. page 218>>
<1840 "Bein' stumpt is a sure mark of a fool. The only folks among us that's ever nonplushed, is them just caught in the woods."—'The Sayings and Doings of Samuel Slick of Slickville'(1848) by Haliburton, Series III. xvi, page 132>
<1842 "He had been amazed or, to use a Western phrase, he had been 'stumped' at the position occupied within these last few days by [etc.]."—'Congressional Globe,' 29 January, page 183/1>
<1854 "That beastly Euclid altogether STUMPS me."—'Verdant Green' by C. Bede, II. xi>
Ken – November 7, 2007
by gdwdwrkr
Trees-harvesters often leave 4' of stump so that a bulldozer can come along and leverage it out. Cut it too short and they'll be stumped.
That is my take on it..though I'm as dum as a trout bitin on a rubber cricket.
The 1840 "nonplushed" reminds me of "The Velveteen Rabbit". Samuel Slick of Slickville worked for Haliburton way back then...
by trolley
There is also the sense of "coming up hard against something" or being stopped short by striking something that doesn't move. I stumped my toe. While not very baffling (unless you consider how the Hell the coffee table could have moved in the middle of the night), there could be a connection there.
Incites flung shui.
I stumped my little finger on a "skil" saw.
by Wizard of Oz
.. trolley Downunder we would say stubbed his toe .. rather than stumped ..
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by Bobinwales
We stub our toes in the UK as well
We stub ours, as well. I'm sure I have heard, read (dreamt?) of other people "stumping" theirs, without the aid of power-tools. Stub and stump must, at least, be distant cousins.
We stove our fingers on basketballs.
John, I've only STUBBED MY TOE, but you are right about some people STUMPING THEIR TOES. And although the two are listed as synonyms in this sense, I didn't find any etymological relationship between the them. STUMP, as in STUMP ONE'S TOE, is the older of the two, first appearing in Noah Webster's dictionary of 1828. STUB as in STUB ONE'S TOE first appeared in print in Bartlett's Dictionary of Americanisms in 1848:
STUMP (U.S. colloquial) To strike (the toe) unintentionally against a stone or something fixed: = stub
<1828 "STUMP: To strike any thing fixed and hard with the toe. [Vulgar]"—'An American Dictionary of the English Language' by Noah Webster>
<1837 ". . .Jonathan STUMPED HIS TOE and fell to the ground, and before the old man could 'take up,' he stumbled over Jonathan, and fell sprawling in a mud hole."—'Huron Reflector' (Norwalk, Ohio), 25 July, page 4>
<1857 "Like the boy that STUMPED HIS TOE . . . it hurt too bad to laugh."—said by Lincoln in 'Life of Abraham Lincoln' (1927) by H. Binns, page 181>
<1876 ". . .he had, in time, explored the realms of knowledge to their fullest frontier, and yet when he STUMPED HIS TOE getting out of a bath-tub, no man could skip round on one leg more grotesquely or howl louder than he could.'—'Reno Evening Gazette' (Nevada), 13 May, page 2>
<1891 "Mus' be powerful sorrowful ter set at home an' shed tears lest he mought her STUMPED HIS TOE on the road."—"Harper's Magazine," February, page 364/2>
<1930 ". . . when Hauver fell he thought he had STUMPED HIS TOE . . . and he did not know he was shot until someone hollered Hauver is shot."—'Frederick Post (Maryland), 22 February, page 4>
<1957 "There were eight close ones this time. But all STUMPED THEIR TOE on the word HEN . . . in last Saturday morning's puzzle."—'Lima News' (Ohio), 28 June, page 1>
<1991 ". . . I thought at first that I had 'STUMPED MY TOE,' but it hurt like the dickens and continued to hurt like the dickens until I finally went to see Dr. Hartley, . . . :—'Deer Park Broadcaster,' 21 August, page 4>
<2005 ". . . he felt like 'the boy who stumped his toe. I am too big to cry and too badly hurt to laugh.'"— 'U.S. News & World Report,' 21 February>
STUB: In to stub (one's) toe, Also figurativley. Formerly chiefly U.S.
<1848 "'To STUB ONE'S TOE', is to strike it against anything in walking or running; an expression often used by boys and others who go barefoot."—'Dictionary of Americanisms' by Bartlett, page 339>
<circa 1850 "When I STUBBED MY TOES."—Dow, Jr. in 'Yankee Humanity' (1853) by Jerdan, page 58>
<1897 "You are rather liable to what Captain Eversfield graphically describes as 'STUB YOUR TOE' against lava-like rock."—'Travels in West Africa' by M. Kingsley, page 114>
<1906 "The formation of a virulent ulcer every time a person STUBBED A TOE or barked a shin."—'Natives of British Central Africa' by A. Werner, vi. page 140>
<1957 "At a time when the Middle East has become more of a happy hunting ground for Russians seeking friends and influence than ever before, it is on Turkey that they are always STUBBING THEIR TOE.'—'Economist,' 19 October, page 194.1> [[figurative usage]]
<1967 <The senator STUBBED HIS TOE just once, and Overbury has the goods on him."— When the time comes to peddle them . . . knocking off Burden Day is easy."—'Boston Sunday Herald,' (Show Guide), 7 May, page 17/2>
<1976 "It was a reputable organisation. At least, insofar as it hadn't STUBBED ITS CORPORATE TOES on, or interfered with, anything under the supervision of the superintendent's own bailiwick."—'I Know What its Like to Die' by J. Ross, xix. page 126>
<1991 "Police, the public, local authorities and hospitals are all misusing the London Ambulance Service . . . Emergency ambulances have been dispatched to cases where a 26-year old did not know how to remove his new contact lenses, a patient had been bitten by a stag beetle, a man STUBBED HIS TOE and broke a nail and where a woman complained the strings had come off her tampon . . ."—'The Independent' (London), January>
<2007 "After several weeks of on-again, off-again promises of a top-secret briefing on the alleged role of Iranian agents in the nightmarish violence of Iraq, U.S. military officials finally decided to deliver the goods in a secret briefing to reporters in Baghdad-and promptly STUBBED THEIR TOE."—'U.S. News & World Report,' 5 March>
(Oxford English Dictionary and archived sources)


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Same Breed, Different SUVs: The 2021 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport
by Evan Riley | October 19, 2020 November 3, 2020 | Ford, Ford SUVs
Try to think back to a time where a Bronco was the hot new vehicle at the dealership. Having trouble? That may be because it's been over two decades since its heyday. Have no fear, enthusiasts, while we may be comparing and contrasting the 2021 Ford Bronco vs 2021 Ford Bronco Sport, it does not mean that we aren't excited for this historic model to be gracing us yet again. Ford has brought back what was once a must-have companion in the 1960s, shattering expectations in the process.
With its combination of off-road capability and functionality, Ford is returning to its roots to showcase the attributes that allowed the Bronco to originally rise to fame. With higher ground clearance on top of better approach, break-over, and departure angles, the Bronco is able to rock and roll over deeper crags and geography than its competitors.
Do you want a Back to the Future meets ultra-modern vibe in your car? Aesthetically, the 2021 Bronco has a retro quality to it. At the same time, however, the design is certainly modernized as well. It's difficult to pin down why this is, but here is an attempt; the vehicle is clearly designed with keeping the vehicle's predecessors in mind. However, it also has clearly been updated and modernized by Ford's design team to catch the attention of new drivers.
History of the Ford Bronco
Brace yourself for an incredible tale of American craftsmanship and ingenuity. Get ready for the story of how America's most popular car, the SUV, was born. Over half a century ago, in 1964, the Ford Mustang came into being. The car, on its own, inspired the muscle car movement to sweep the nation. Donald Frey was the concept creator for the vehicle, and he had bigger dreams of creating a multi-purpose vehicle to join his creation.
"SUV" was not a term yet, but Donald wanted to craft a car that could handle sports and utilities. Ford had this concept at the forefront of the design process during the creation of the Bronco. It was a car with a purpose, rather than a car with a purpose assigned to it afterward.
At the time of its creation, the Ford Bronco was more popular than the Jeep Wrangler, its eternal competitor. One reason for the public opinion leaning towards the Ford Bronco was the hardtop provided by Ford, as it was able to protect drivers and passengers from the elements while the Wrangler did not. Its capabilities off-road were highly valued as well, considering it was during a time where off-road racing was picking up in the United States.
The original 1966 model was produced until 1978 due to the oil crisis in the early 1970s stunting research into a newer model. The new model was a massive overhaul once it was released, but was outdated by the time it came out since it was over a decade old before it hit the lots. What we would consider the iconic Bronco aesthetic was formed in the next generation, though, and throughout the rest of the 20th century, small adjustments to safety features and quality of life adjustments were made to the model.
Buyers eventually shifted their habits towards 4-door SUVs. The shift caused Ford to create the Expedition to compensate. This could be why the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is based on the Ford Escape, while the 2021 Ford Bronco maintains its retro aesthetic.
Overview of the 2021 Ford Bronco
Even in its base package, the 2021 Ford Bronco is well-equipped for off-roading. If you plan to take your Bronco off the beaten path, bash plates are included on the front and undercarriage. The 2021 Bronco will also have two tow hooks on the front and one on the back to pull any lesser vehicles out of a ditch or crag.
On the inside, Ford has unloaded a spattering of quality of life features in the standard package. This includes keyless access with push-button start, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, and remote start. The pre-collision assist attempts to avoid accidents for drivers by sounding alarms when the vehicle is approaching another car that is driving slower than the Bronco. It will even initiate automatic braking to prevent accidents.
The 2021 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport also include Terrain Management System (TMS) with five G.O.A.T. (Goes Over Any Terrain) modes. This system is an enhanced version of the TMS systems found on other Ford trucks and SUVs. The Bronco system tries to account for eight conditions or driving styles that you encounter on and off the road; normal, eco, sport, slippery, sand, Baja, mud/ruts, rock crawl. The 2021 Bronco Sport does sacrifice in the safety category either. Even the base model incorporates many valuable security features, such as trailer sway control, headlamp LEDs, and roll stability control.
How the 2021 Ford Bronco and 2021 Ford Bronco Sport Differ
While we are comparing the 2021 Ford Bronco vs 2021 Ford Bronco Sport, they are truly both great off-roading vehicles. While the 2021 Ford Bronco will go on sale at the beginning of 2021, the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport will go on sale in late 2020. Style is one of the biggest factors when discussing the differences between the two versions. The 2021 Ford Bronco maintains its retro style with its one-piece grill and round headlight styling. That is unmistakably Bronco.
As far as the frames go, the 2-door and 4-door Broncos will be body-on-frame SUVs. This means that they are built very similarly to a pickup truck, which translates to better off-road and towing capabilities than the typical modern crossover SUV. The base engine on the Bronco will be a 2.3L turbocharged 4-cylinder that makes 270 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. There will also be a 2.7L turbocharged V-6, which is good for 310 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque.
The base transmission on the Bronco will be a 7-speed manual transmission. No, you didn't read that wrong – a stick shift will be in the Bronco. Furthermore, the seventh speed will be a dedicated crawl gear. This will only be available on the 4-cylinder engine, however. The V6 will be automatic, while the 4-cylinder engine will have automatic as an option.
The Bronco Sport is based on the Ford Escape, so it won't be as rugged as the Bronco, but it will still be able to hold its own while off-roading. The base engine is a 181 hp, 1.5L 3-cylinder. This can be upgraded to a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder that produces 245 hp. An 8-speed automatic transmission is the only option for the vehicle, but an advanced twin-clutch four-wheel drive system is available.
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VIDEO: Take A Tour Inside Of The Millennium Falcon With "Solo: A Star Wars Story" Star Donald Glover
Joe Hogarty· May 4, 2018 ·1 min read
Join Donald Glover for a tour of the iconic Millennium Falcon in this "Falcon Tour" featurette for the upcoming SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY.
Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in "Solo: A Star Wars Story," an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga's most unlikely heroes.
The film stars Alden Ehrenreich, Woody Harrelson, Emilia Clarke, Donald Glover, Thandie Newton, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Joonas Suotamo, and Paul Bettany.
Ron Howard directs "Solo: A Star Wars Story," and Kathleen Kennedy, Allison Shearmur and Simon Emanuel are the producers. Lawrence Kasdan, Jason McGatlin, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller serve as executive producers. Jonathan Kasdan & Lawrence Kasdan wrote the screenplay.
SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY opens in U.S. theaters on May 25.
Joe Hogarty
Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at [email protected]
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In the season most famous for stunning cherry blossom, come and discover the specialities of Sapporo for yourself. Explore the places, the culture, the food, the people and the language. In order to give you the most exciting chance to discover Japan, Hokkaido JaLS has designed a course filled with cultural lessons, activities and language study.
We are small and warm Japanese school offering many great experiences that we can enjoy together.
* It is possible to begin on any Monday and graduate on any Friday.
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Please check the detailed schedule for more information. Spring Course pamphlet.
In Sapporo, Spring means that cherry and plum blossoms will flower at the same time. Throughout Japan, this is unusual, and this unique beauty is only seen in Hokkaido and Tohoku. It's a really special experience. In addition, in the mountains around Sapporo you can enjoy Spring skiing and snowboarding because the snow remains until late in the year. This incredible contrast of warm and cool weather, snow and fresh flowers makes Spring in Hokkaido particularly beautiful.
For more information on Hokkaido please go to the Hokkaido information page.
Japanese Lessons at Hokkaido JaLS.
At Hokkaido JaLS, we have tailored our curriculum to promote active usage of Japanese during your short stay in Japan.
In order to improve your Japanese conversational skills within a short period of time, we focus on three main areas – practice, speak and use! The classes at Hokkaido JaLS are designed for a maximum of 6 people in each class. This way, our teachers are able to coach our students individually, giving you plenty of chance to clarify doubts and practice Japanese. After class, students are encouraged to use Japanese actively out of school and on the streets of Sapporo!
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Q: Istio Virtual Service with Knative Service External Name I feel like this should be a simple thing, to point an istio virtual service to a knative service, that gets stood up as an ExternalName type.
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Laundryheap, a London-based laundry startup bootstrapped for three years, raises £2M
Laundryheap is a London-headquartered laundry on-demand startup that has taken a different path to competitors such as Laundrapp and Rocket Internet's Zipjet. Rather than raise VC funding, the company, which claims to already be break even and is operational in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Dublin and Dubai, has been entirely bootstrapped over the last three years.
However, that changes today with news Laundryheap has closed £2 million in angel funding, with an additional £1 million if equity crowdfunding via Seedrs planned for later this Autumn. The investment, described as a "super angel" round, is led by Simon Smith, and QVentures.
"We have been completely bootstrapped until now as we're breaking even," Laundryheap founder Deyan Dimitrov, who was previously at Rocket Internet, tells me. "The new funding comes… will be used to accelerate the growth in our existing cities and we will be launching in four new European cities by the end of the year. We have been able to reinvest the profits from our existing cities into launching on new markets".
Similar to competitors, the Laundryheap service offers laundry and dry cleaning. The app lets you book someone to pick up your clothes and take them to its processing partner to be cleaned before being returned. One key difference, says Dimitrov, is that the startup is able to provide a 24 hour turn around at no additional cost. This is made possible by the company managing its own fleet and partnering with facilities that operate over night due to high volumes.
"We're challenging the washing machine by making it really easy to have clean clothes without the hassle," he says, noting that apps like his are tapping into a broader change in consumer behaviour where more tasks, such as laundry, are outsourced by people who are time-poor. "Our customers are busy professionals and families with children that value their free time. We also serve businesses that need laundry such as restaurants, bars, hairdressers and Airbnb flats".
Despite emphasising that Laundryheap's main competitors is the washing machine in people's homes, Dimitrov says there are a number of direct competitors in different markets, naming Laundrapp and Zipjet in London, Laundr.ie in Dublin, and Washmen in Dubai.
The company makes money by charging the customer more for the service than it pays out to its fleet and service providers. "Our unit economics are healthy and we break-even in every new city within 3-6 months, and the company as a whole is also profitable," he adds. "Over 80 percent of our business comes from repeat customers. This is extremely important in this type of service, as this allows us to keep the growth momentum without the need to spend above the line to acquire new customers all the time".


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2009 Voloshina, provisional designation , is a carbonaceous asteroid from the outer regions of the asteroid belt, approximately 27 kilometers in diameter.

It was discovered on 22 October 1968, by Russian astronomer Tamara Smirnova at the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory in Nauchnyj, on the Crimean peninsula. The asteroid was named for WWII partisan Vera Voloshina.

Classification and orbit

Voloshina orbits the Sun in the outer main-belt at a distance of 2.7–3.6 AU once every 5 years and 6 months (2,009 days). Its orbit has an eccentricity of 0.14 and an inclination of 3° with respect to the ecliptic.

In March 1926, Voloshina was first observed as  at Yerkes Observatory and one day later at Heidelberg Observatory. Its observation arc begins at Heidelberg, 62 years prior to its official discovery observation.

Physical characteristics

Voloshina has been characterized as a carbonaceous C-type asteroid by Pan-STARRS photometric survey.

Lightcurves

In May 2009, a rotational lightcurve of Voloshina was obtained from photometric observations by astronomers at the Oakley Southern Sky Observatory () in Australia. Lightcurve analysis gave a rotation period of 5.896 hours with a brightness variation of 0.40 magnitude ().

In January and February 2014, astronomers at the Palomar Transient Factory found a period of  and  hours with an amplitude of 0.32 and 0.27 magnitude, respectively ().

Diameter and albedo

According to the surveys carried out by the Infrared Astronomical Satellite IRAS, the Japanese Akari satellite, and NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer with its subsequent NEOWISE mission, Voloshina measures between 21.19 and 34.8 kilometers in diameter and its surface has an albedo between 0.0698 and 0.120.

The Collaborative Asteroid Lightcurve Link derives an albedo of 0.0487 and calculates a diameter of 34.67 kilometers based on an absolute magnitude of 11.2.

An occultation of a star by 2009 Voloshina was observed in 2021.

Naming

This minor planet was named in honor of Vera Danilovna Voloshina (1919–1941), a partisan of the Soviet Great Patriotic War (1941–1945), also known as the Eastern Front of the Second World War. The official  was published by the Minor Planet Center on 1 September 1978 ().

References

External links
 Asteroid Lightcurve Database (LCDB), query form (info )
 Dictionary of Minor Planet Names, Google books
 Asteroids and comets rotation curves, CdR – Observatoire de Genève, Raoul Behrend
 Discovery Circumstances: Numbered Minor Planets (1)-(5000) – Minor Planet Center

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Discoveries by Tamara Mikhaylovna Smirnova
Named minor planets
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Hi, As soon as I saw the colors over at The Color Throwdown, I was inspired to play along. I have been wanting to use a new stencil that I got from SSS for a while now and thought it was the perfect time. I got out my Dylusion spray (from Ranger) which just so happens to be the perfect color Fuschia to match the photo. Then I decided I would divide the panels for added interest. It was still missing something, so I added the black inlay FRIEND using my MFT letters. I finished it off with a couple of MFT flowers, sequins, and a sentiment from Whimsical Stamps.
You will be seeing this stencil again in a few days!
Categories: Cards | Tags: Card making, Cards, friendship, illusion spray, my favorite things, rubber stamps, stamping, stencils | Permalink.
This is so gorgeous Nancy. Wonderful colors.
I think I would have had a hard time with these colors. You, my friend, knocked this out one of the park. Love that you used the fuschia as the predominant color and the others as accents. Splitting the design was genius.
I've never used sprays, Nancy, but it worked beautifully with the stencil. The black frames and inlaid word add a lot of impact.
So pretty. Love how you used the spray with the stencil. It is the perfect color and I like how you split it in thirds with the black matting, and inlaid work. The little flowers and sequins are great additions.
Inlaid word (not work). ha!
Wow, this is such a striking use of the throwdown colors and I love that you divided the design! Thanks so much for playing along with us at CTD!


Barcode scanners are a necessity in most businesses and once they were introduced to the world, many businesses saw the benefits they brought.
They were first designed to create a solution for food retail shops, but the use of barcodes soon spread to all industries including warehouse management.
Businesses started using barcodes as a way to track fixed assets and even libraries started using barcode labelling for books. In fact, you'll find barcodes on almost everything that is available to purchase today.
Today, barcode scanners are a way of life and in this post we are looking at the top 4 advantages to using barcode scanners and how they can help you ensure your business runs as smoothly as possible.
Below are the 4 big advantages to using barcode scanners in your business and this will show you just how valuable this technology has become.
If you can think back to the days before barcode scanners, inventory involved a lot more. There were mistakes, more number-crunching, and quite often it took a lot of manpower to get it done. Barcodes and barcode scanners have changed this. Now all you have to do is scan a barcode and the inventory is updated. There is no more having to log everything by hand because the barcode contains all the information you need. A barcode scanner inputs this information onto your computer.
Before barcodes there were mistakes especially when recording information and tracking items. On top of this, if you wanted to find out the history of an item you would have to dig out old files and go through the paper work. With barcode scanning all this takes a matter of seconds.
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The name of one of the most illustrious families of the New World, whose deeds adorn the pages of Canadian history.
Charles le Moyne
Founder of the family, b. of Pierre Le Moyne and Judith Duchesne at Dieppe on 1 August, 1626; d. at Ville-Marie (Montreal), 1683. On reaching Canada in 1641, he spent four years in the Huron country, and then settled at Ville-Marie, his knowledge of the Indian languages rendering him useful as an interpreter, and his valour contributing to defend the colony. He often fought single-handed against Iroquois marauders. This unusual bravery encouraged the settlers to cultivate the soil. In 1653 he negotiated a peace which lasted five years. He married Catherine Primot in 1654. Surprised by a party of Iroquois in 1665, he was preparing to sell his life dearly, when he tripped and was captured. Awed by his valour and fearing reprisals, his captors did not torture, but soon released him. He accompanied Courcelles and Tracy against the Five Nations and shared their success. In recognition of his services Louis XIV ennobled him with the title of Sieur de Longueuil. He served as interpreter to Courcelles and the Governors of Montreal and Three Rivers during a visit to the Iroquois country, and was rewarded by Intendant Talon with a vast concession on the St. Lawrence, reaching from Varennes to Laprairie, henceforth named the Longueuil fief. He was the father of fourteen children, seven of whom honoured Canada by their prowess, three dying in battle and four becoming governors of cities or provinces. Of his sons, surnamed for their bravery the "Machabees of New France", the two most renowned are treated in separate articles (see PIERRE LE MOYNE, SIEUR D'IBERVILLE; JEAN-BAPTITE LE MOYNE, SIEUR DE BIENVILLE); each of the five others deserves here a short notice.
The eldest son of the preceding, b. at Ville-Marie, 10 Dec., 1656; d. in 1729. After serving in France, he returned to Canada with the rank of lieutenant, and, at the age of twenty-seven, was appointed major of Montreal by Governor de la Barre. He married Elizabeth Souart. In 1700 he received for his services an additional grant of land and promotion to the rank of baron. He won fame in battle against the Iroquois and in the defence of Quebec (1690). The cross of St. Louis was awarded him, and he was successively governor of Three Rivers and Montreal. In 1711 preceded by the religious standard embroidered by Jeanne Leber, he marched to Chambly against the invading army, which retreated on hearing of the wreck of Walker's fleet.
Jacques le Moyne
Sieur de Sainte-Hélène, b. at Ville-Marie, 16 April, 1669; d. at Quebec, 1690. A soldier from early youth, he trained for warfare his illustrious brother, d'Iberville. During Phipps's siege of Quebec, Ste-Hélène with 200 volunteers repulsed a troop of 1300 men commanded by Major Whalley, who had attempted to cross River St. Charles. Mortally wounded in this encounter, Ste-Hélène died shortly after, mourned by the whole colony for his courtesy and valour. The Iroquois of Onondaga sent a wampum collar as a token of sympathy, and released two captives to honour his memory.
Paul le Moyne
Sieur de Marlcourt, b. 15 Dec., 1663; d. on 21 March, 1704. He accompanied d'Iberville to Hudson's Bay, and amply shared his success, particularly in boarding and capturing with only two canoes a large English cruiser. In 1690 he aided Ste-Hélène in defeating Whalley. Frontenac having undertaken a decisive campaign against the Iroquois, Maricourt forced them to surrender. Skilful diplomat as well as intrepid warrior, he was chosen to negotiate peace. His success was due to the affection and esteem of the Iroquois for his uprightness, which moderated their dread of his bravery. They had begged him to act as their protector and mediator. In 1691 he married M. Madeleine Dupont de Neuville.
François le Moyne
Sieur de Bienville I, b. 1666; d. 1691. After several valourous exploits, he was shot in an encounter with a party of Onneyouts at Repentigny while assailing the window of a house where they had taken refuge.
Joseph le Moyne
Sieur de Serigny, b. 22 July, 1668; d. at Rochefort, France, in 1704. A worthy emulator of d'Iberville, he commanded the vessels sent from France to enable his brother to take possession of Hudson's Bay. In that expedition, as well as in Florida and Louisiana, he displayed great valour. With his brothers he drove the Spaniards from Pensa-cola, after which he fortified Mobile and expelled the Spaniards from Ile Dauphin. He was promoted captain in 1720, and in 1722 became Governor of Rochefort, France, where he died in 1734. He had married M Elisabeth Heron.
Louis le Moyne
Sieur de Châteauguay I, b. 4 Jan., 1676, d. 1694. He fought under d'lberville at Hudson's Bay, assisting when only a boy at the capture of Fort Monsipi. In the years following he so often defeated the English that they were at last reduced to Fort Nelson (Bourbon), their most important post. This stronghold was likewise captured after a long and difficult attack, during which Châteauguay was killed at the age of eighteen.
Second baron de Longueuil, b. at Longueuil, 18 Oct., 1687: d. on 17 Jan., 1755. He entered the army quite young, and, after having served in France, was appointed major of Montreal (1733), and received the cross of St. Louis (1734). As Governor of Montreal (1749) he administered the colony after Jonquière's death. He saved from suppression the General Hospital of Venerable Madame d'Youville, maliciously threatened with destruction. He married Catherine Charlotte de Gray in 1720.
Paul-Joseph le Moyne
Born 1701; died at Port-Louis France, in 1778. Inheriting the military spirit of his ancestors, he joined the army at the age of seventeen, and served as lieutenant in Normandy. He was successively commander of Fort Frontenac, Governor of Detroit, of Three Rivers, and finally commander of the citadel of Quebec. He fought under Vaudreuil, Montcalm, and Lévis, and won the cross of St. Louis. After the Conquest, he returned to France, where he died at Port-Louis in 1778. He married (1728) Geneviève Joybert de Soulanges.
Joseph-Dominique-Emmanuel le Moyne
Second son of preceding, b. at Soulanges on 2 April, 1738. He began his military career at the age of twelve. After serving as captain and major under the French régime, he later served under the British flag after the change of domination, bravely defending Fort St. John in 1755 against the American invaders. He was successively appointed inspector general of militia (1777), colonel of the Royal Canadians (1796), and legislative councillor. He died in 1807.
DANIEL, Histoire des grandes familles francaises du Canada (Montreal, 1867); FAILLON, Histoire de la colonie francaise en Canada (Ville-Marie, 1865); MARMETTE, Les Machabees de la Nouvelle France (Quebec, 1882); Documents inedites (Montreal, 1890); JODOIN, Histoire de Longueuil (Montreal, 1889).
APA citation. Lindsay, L. (1910). Le Moyne. In The Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company. http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09148b.htm
MLA citation. Lindsay, Lionel. "Le Moyne." The Catholic Encyclopedia. Vol. 9. New York: Robert Appleton Company, 1910. <http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09148b.htm>.
Transcription. This article was transcribed for New Advent by Joseph P. Thomas.
Ecclesiastical approbation. Nihil Obstat. October 1, 1910. Remy Lafort, Censor. Imprimatur. +John M. Farley, Archbishop of New York.


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Been sitting and brainstorming up some ideas for a first story. Want to know what peoples thoughts are on them and how I can do better.
TheSilentQueen96 24 Mar 2018 20:49
The first idea I got happened when I read Breakfast for Dinner by Djoric. I thought it might be cool to try to either do a general description for the "Dinosaur Gospel" or do a tale about one of the stories in it. Waiting for permission from Djoric before I proceed though.
The second concept I have is based around a character I thought up. Basically a lady who grew up Sarkic but left to become an anartist who uses pheromones and/or hallucination inducing exploits in their art (either painting, sculpture, or both). I'd want to do an initial story to start developing her character and eventually make her a reoccurring character.
The third concept is the most basic one that I haven't really fleshed out as much as the other two, but it would revolve around a group of Chaos Insurgency sleeper agents who managed to infiltrate the Foundation for a goal that I'd need to flesh out a bit more.
EDIT: The CI guys are combat trained and at least slightly anomalous themselves. Something that could be passed off as non-anomalous with some effort.
New to writing on the site, but want to try my best on my first contribution.
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Unfold Just a few Ideas by TheSilentQueen96, 24 Mar 2018 20:49
Re: Just a few Ideas
Zyn 29 Mar 2018 21:48
I thought it might be cool to try to either do a general description for the "Dinosaur Gospel" or do a tale about one of the stories in it.
Keep in mind that the audience has an inherently different perspective from the author. Not everyone who reads your draft or eventual mainsite post is guaranteed to have read Breakfast for Dinner. What's your plan for the Dinosaur Gospel? Is it a book of hymns? An ancient scroll? What are its properties? What is its significance? Ideally, the piece you write for it should be enjoyable as a standalone work.
Basically a lady who grew up Sarkic but left to become an anartist who uses pheromones and/or hallucination inducing exploits in their art (either painting, sculpture, or both). I'd want to do an initial story to start developing her character and eventually make her a reoccurring character.
Eh… this seems to focus too much on abilities rather than a meaningful story to accompany the character. What is this ex-Sarkic anartist going to be doing? Give us her story. What will she be a reoccurring character in?
would revolve around a group of Chaos Insurgency sleeper agents who managed to infiltrate the Foundation for a goal that I'd need to flesh out a bit more.
The CI guys are combat trained and at least slightly anomalous themselves.
Again, seems to focus too much on the initial rule-of-cool rather than an actual plotline. What's the story for these agents beyond "they're super cool infiltrators who also have powers!11!!!1!"?
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