You know, there's a lot of truth and value in the old expression, "First Things First." It reminds us that there are first things, things that are more important than the mountains of activities and detail that continually demand our attention. It reminds us that we should put those first things at the head of the line. And it reminds us that we have to make a point of it or this just won't happen. It also tells us something else that's very important – that it takes mindfulness and effort to keep those first things at the top of the list of where we spend our time and energy.
In the actual world we live in, however, first things are often not put first. Sometimes, they're not in the middle of the list, or even on the list. At times, first things are the last things that get people's attention. Why is this? Well, partly because first things are often hard things. They're big and tough and difficult to get your arms around. They take attention that we don't seem to have, collaboration that we can't seem to develop, passion that we just can't muster. Partly first things need a lot of focus and concentration to make something out of them, and the 21st century doesn't leave much room for those. Partly, we haven't even defined first things as first things. And partly, we often don't even know where to begin.
But first things are where the game is won or lost. That's where the 80/20 rule really works – 80% of the results from drilling down on 20% of the decisions and actions. It can even be the 90/10 or 95/5 rule, where very, very few things really make all the difference, where almost all of the results come from just one or two things done exceedingly well.
This is why, at Luman International, we say First Things Only. If it isn't a first thing, why are we working on it? Or to say it differently, why are we working on anything else when there's a first thing floating around that hasn't been fully addressed?
Now, health is important, and organizations that try to help their employees be healthy have a commendable concept. But could this really be a First Thing? Aren't employees ultimately responsible for their own health? How will this contribute to building passion and commitment (it won't, because they come from 10 Keys that have nothing to do with benefits)? In fact, isn't this likely in an entitlement culture to build an even greater sense of entitlement?
In a way, this is more than just a performance question. First Things Only is a question of everyday ethics. Someone is paying for the time spent on second and third things, someone is paying for the first things that are going unattended. Working on second and third (and often ninth and tenth) things when first things are crying out for attention is a waste of lives and resources. It's guaranteed to produce sub-optimal results, along with a lot of damage to a lot of human beings.
First Things Only. Anything else is…well, not that important.
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Q: Size Of Structures With Functions In C++ I know how sizeof works for calculating size of structures containing only data members. But for example if I have the following structure in C++
struct MyAdd()
{
    int AddInt()
    {
        int a=5;
        int b=5;
        return a+b;
    }
    int c;
    int d;
};

So on using sizeof function will it also return the size of variables declared inside function AddInt or will it only consider member variables (c and d)?

A: sizeof is to calculate the occupied memory size for the instance of that type. For struct/class instances, the function won't occupy extra memory (stored in text segment) for each instance while the data members of each instance will be different and need independent memory (stored in rw data segment).

A: The code part of functions (including variables within those functions) are never counted as part of the size of any data item.
If the structure has virtual functions, then that may add to the size of the structure.
The compiler is also free to add padding between data elements to support proper alignment of the members in a data structure.
In other words, sizeof may produce a size greater than the individual elements. But any member functions will not be accounted into that size.

A: It will consider only member variables.
Furthermore, non-virtual member functions do not contribute to the size of struct since they do not requite any run-time support.
To understand why it is so, imagine that from the compiler point of view this code is very similar to this pseudocode:
struct MyAdd
{
  int c;
  int d;
};

int MyAdd_AddInt(MyAdd* this)
{
   ...
}

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Why Is Triathlon A Good Sport For Kids?
Our children are facing a health crisis.
Over the past few decades the environment for Canadian children has changed significantly. Time spent in physical activities have decreased and been replaced with sedentary time. Our kids are watching more TV, playing video games, and surfing the internet. Instead of playing together and physically interacting they are spending more time socializing online with messaging and social media. Meanwhile, in the past 30 years obesity in Canadian children has tripled. With this increase in overweight kids comes a corresponding increase in disease and other health related issues. Being overweight increases the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and many other physical health problems. Being overweight also increases the risk of depression and other emotional problems. Since the early 60s there has been a 4 fold increase in youth suicides in Canada.
We are failing as a society to provide our kids with the environment and skills to live healthy lives. There is a direct correlation between being overweight as a kid and being overweight as an adult.
Regular physical activity is important to our children's health. Studies have shown that kids should average about one hour of physical activity every day to achieve optimal health benefits. Being physically active reduces the risk of the health issues related to being overweight.
Regular physical activity reduces the amount of screen time for our kids. It helps to regulate blood sugar levels and promotes heart health. Physically active people are at much less likely to be overweight. Physical activity increases endorphins that improve mood and help alleviate depression. Having an active lifestyle equips us with tools to help us to better cope life's pressures rather than resorting to crutches like alcohol and drugs.
Many people think of triathlon as a fringe activity for extreme athletes. They equate "triathlon" to "Ironman". In fact, triathlon is an excellent sport for people who are looking for a long term and sustainable active lifestyle. Triathlon Canada has established guidelines for age appropriate levels of activity under the Long Term Athlete Development model and the Kids of Steel guidelines. Kids who participate in triathlon with a TriBC affiliated club are exposed to activities and skill development that is appropriate to their age and skill level. Unlike many team sports, triathletes don't "age out". Triathlon is a sport that can be enjoyed for a lifetime.
There are many benefits in the multi-discipline nature of triathlon. The fitness tools that kids acquire in triathlon will stay with them for the rest of their lives. Many of the activities associated with triathlon can be enjoyed at a wide variety of locations with minimal resources. Participating in multiple activities promotes cross training with an associated reduction in injuries. In triathlon, if you can't do one sport due to injury there are still two others to choose from.
Participation in triathlon helps to increase our kids' confidence and self esteem. It provides positive social interactions and exposes our kids to positive role models. Training with a triathlon team provides all the benefits of team building, learning social responsibility and personal interaction skills while allowing kids to progress at their own pace and realize personal goals. Kids look up to older, and more experienced team members and learn to guide and nurture younger and less experienced team members. Triathlon blends the best of the team environment with personal development and achievement. It is an excellent sport to help address the health problems facing our kids due to a lack of fitness.
If you would like to join a great youth triathlon team in Victoria, check out Human Powered Racing's youth team.


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Novel Architecture in the Age of the Novel Coronavirus
In a time of unprecedented uncertainty, young architecture practices are proposing solutions to meet the demands of multiple simultaneous crises.
Peter Dumbadze,
Copelan at Five Points, Cincinnati, Ohio. Street view from Copelan St. Courtesy Team B Architecture & Design
On New Year's Day this year, none of us could have imagined where we would be by year's end. Not only have we grappled with the economic effects of a global pandemic, but we have witnessed a societal uprising for Black and Brown lives and passionate defenses of democracy in the face of the rising tide of fascism. For architects, this current moment poses questions not only about how firms operate in response to the pandemic's challenges but also how they address the wounds caused by centuries of injustice.
Metropolis spoke with four young, American architectural offices—Team B Architecture & Design, PINO PAVESE Architecture Office, WIP, and table of co.—on how the pandemic has informed their practices. With three out of four offices having launched their businesses in early March, only Team B knows a pre-COVID world.
Aerial view, Up(ing) Your Alley, Chicago, IL. Submission entry to Chicago Architectural Club's 2020 Burnham Prize, Honorable Mention. Courtesy table of co.
When much of the world went into lockdown, there was a monumental shift to remote working. While some industries found the decentralization of work difficult to accomplish, many in the A&D community felt the opposite. With the use of now-ubiquitous programs like Zoom and Miro, connecting with collaborators, consultants, and clients virtually has been seamlessly integrated into at-home workflows.
Lindsay Harkema, the founder of WIP, a Brooklyn-based feminist architecture collective notes that "Discussions done virtually have the ability to overcome time zones." While this has been the case for practices for some time now, the pandemic has driven home the point that collaboration can occur instantly even from distant corners of the globe. For small offices, the new tools of communication allow a simpler way to exchange ideas with like-minded practices despite location and the ability to have a much larger presence in larger discussions happening across the country and industry.
For example, table of co. has used such tools to connect with other young practices, especially through the newly formed collective Office Hours, which provides a virtual space in which to mentor BIPOC students and architects and to share their experience of establishing new practices.
Interior view, Living and Learning Center, Texas. Currently in design development. Courtesy PINO PAVESE Architecture Office
Housing Reimagined
This year has left an indelible mark on how we live. Our homes have become three-ring circuses, hosting work, school, summer camps, and countless other activities in addition to living. Pino Pavese, the Swiss-born founder of his eponymous Manhattan-based office, states, "Residential layouts, now more than ever, have to be more flexible and versatile in their use." This philosophy manifests in Pavese's recent proposal for a Living and Learning Center for children and young adults with disabilities. With a site that functions like a small village, the buildings have large interior spaces that open onto the landscape. He hopes that the project to creates a design that "strikes a unique balance between the familiar and the stimulating."
For Team B, a trio based in the seven hills of Cincinnati, they strive to create what firm co-founder John Stoughton describes as projects that embody "positive and visionary storytelling." The studio's Copelen at Five Points project in Cincinnati's historic Walnut Hills neighborhood is an example of the fruits of positive collaborations with stakeholders. They note that "Now more than ever, it is important to find like-minded people in order to realize projects that set an example of what affordable housing can be."
Drawing upon the shotgun houses that line the alleys in the neighborhood, they propose a mixed-use development featuring a row of single-family dwellings that engage with this existing housing stock. Working with the economic restraints necessitated in constructing affordable housing, Team B maximizes the spatial experience in each of these units by deploying simple formal moves that produce friendly structures aiming to engender pride for the inhabitants.
Communal Table, Title IX Bar, Brooklyn, NY. Currently in design development. Courtesy WIP
Equity & Identity
With the onset of COVID-19 and its disproportionate effect on communities of color in terms of physical, mental, and economic wellbeing, mixed with the already deleterious consequences of systemic racism and sexism, many architects are feeling a moral obligation to use their strengths to address these gross inequities.
Also emerging is a greater consideration of the identities of both the designer and user of the space. WIP's Harkema says that as a studio their goal is to "support those who eschew patriarchal conventions and define new narratives of architectural practice." A recent project, appropriately named Title IX Bar, is a design for a womxn friendly sports bar. However, with the pandemic challenging how we think about restaurant and bar formats, the project has expanded its scope in that it has become not only an opportunity to rethink the spatial implications of gender but also how new social distancing requirements can become a positive force in redefining how hospitality spaces operate.
As America is on the historic eve of inaugurating its first Black and Asian-American woman as vice president, table of co. says they "want to come at the next four years with optimism." Indicative of this optimism is their project Up(ing) Your Alley, a submission to the Chicago Architectural Club's Burnham Prize competition. Through energetic drawings, they propose a fun yet critical take of how something as banal as an accessory dwelling unit can become an element that not only provides an additional revenue stream for homeowners but create a spatial experience that is inviting for people from diverse backgrounds. Scattered amongst the back alleys of the Windy City, a series of structures sit perched atop leg-like pilotis. Each with their own intended purposes, they appear to move in sync with one another, dancing with exuberant joy.
The lasting impact of COVID-19 has reshaped numerous aspects of what we know. We will not be able to go back to what was "normal." But if it is any hope, it is this next generation of architects that are rising to the occasion and changing how we think and engage with space in order to create a more equitable "normal."
Interior rendering of loft, Copelen at Five Points, Cincinnati, Ohio Currently in design development.
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View of entrance, Living and Learning Center, Texas Currently in design development. © Pino Pavese, 2020
View from lake, Living and Learning Center, Texas Currently in design development. © Pino Pavese, 2020
Perspective view, Up(ing) Your Alley, Chicago, IL Submission entry to Chicago Architectural Club's 2020 Burnham Prize, Honorable Mention . © table of co., 2020
Plan Oblique, Title IX Bar, Brooklyn, NY Currently in design development. © WIP Studio, 2020
Daytime Cafe, Title IX Bar, Brooklyn, NY Currently in design development. © WIP Studio, 2020
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Give yourself three days of writing time. Three days of instruction, inspiration and creativity. Award yourself with time away from distractions, with no dishes to do and wonderful food at every meal, as you sit with your feet up and write in the most beautiful wilderness setting in Ontario. This is where the Group of Seven got its inspiration (Tom Thompson is buried just a couple of lakes over); it's a wonderful place for you to find your inspiration, too.
All activities included. When you're not writing or for spouses who accompany you, there is plenty to do: canoe or kayak a series of lakes or hike trails to see wildlife (moose, loons, beaver, turtles, fox, deer), swim in the lake, sail, stand up paddleboard, play tennis, relax. For indoor activities there is a games room with table tennis, shuffleboard, books, board games. Your stay also includes access to all Algonquin Park programs and activities including a car pass for you to fully enjoy the park.
Check-in isn't until 3 p.m., but guests can arrive in the morning to fully take advantage of the facilities (though the meals included in your package don't begin until after check-in time, so lunch on Friday is extra if you arrive early). Each guest will get a day pass for Algonquin Park. The formal retreat will begin late Friday afternoon. On Sunday morning, we'll have our last formal get-together ending at 12 noon. Check out time is at 1 p.m. Most guests have lunch while the bellhops load the car. But once you've had lunch, don't feel you have to rush off!
Read more about Arowhon Pines here.
Read two reviews of our fall writing retreat at Arowhon Pines, see here.
To see more reviews of Brian's weekly courses and Saturday workshops, just scroll down the page.
Accommodation fee: 440 per person either single- or double- occupancy for the two nights (that's $100 off the regular price for double-occupancy; $276 off the regular single-occupancy price). Plus 15% service charge (in lieu of tipping, no extra tipping allowed), then 13% hst added to these rates.
Full receipts issued. Space is very limited.
Yes, if you prefer to work on your laptop. During the day, we'll have use of tables by power outlets in the dining room for writing. If you prefer to work on paper bring that.
Yes, just let the staff at Arowhon Pines know about your needs.
If you want to arrive early and stay longer, that is fine. Just arrange it with the resort. There is plenty to see and do in the park, and Arowhon Pines is a lovely place to base from.
Certainly. Just let them know you'll be spending most of your time writing, (though you will have some free time every day), and make sure they enjoy superb food, the beauty of the fall woods, and relaxing on the deck or the dock or out on a canoe as they glide past a moose munching on water lilies….


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El Grup Alimentari Guissona (CAG) és un grup empresarial català dedicat principalment a la producció i comercialització d'aliments, amb seu al municipi segarrenc de Guissona. El grup agrupa totes les activitats a través de l'empresa Corporación Alimentaria Guissona, S.A. El Grup Alimentari Guissona inclou la Cooperativa Agropecuària de Guissona, la Caixa Rural de Guissona (Caixa Guissona), la Corporació Alimentària Guissona, les fundacions Agropecuària i bonÀrea, Serveis Agropecuària d'Assegurances i Serveis Mèdics Guissona.

La CAG va ser la cooperativa més gran de Catalunya, es va reconvertir en societat mercantil el 2013 i les empreses del grup són les més importants de les Terres de Ponent pel que fa a vendes. A més és el grup de capital català més important en el sector de l'alimentació, amb uns 4.500 agricultors i ramaders proveint matèria primera.

Descripció

El grup té un procés totalment integrat, des dels camps de cereals i la producció animal, al sacrifici, elaboració i comercialització de tota la gamma càrnia (pollastres, porcs, vedella,..). Per tant, van del camp al consumidor sense intermediaris.

El Grup Alimentari de Guissona desenvolupa totes les activitats ramaderes, industrials i comercials necessàries per arribar al consumidor sense intermediaris, realitzant el cicle productiu complet del producte carni. Actualment el Grup duu a terme tots els processos, des del naixement de les aus i el bestiar, passant per la fabricació dels pinsos, la cria i engreix dels animals, el sacrifici, la transformació i l'elaboració dels productes fins a la seva distribució i la venda directa mitjançant les botigues "bonÀrea".

L'empresa neix l'any 1959, quan Jaume Alsina i Calvet i un grup de pagesos de la comarca de la Segarra van iniciar la seva activitat ramadera amb la finalitat d'obtenir uns ingressos complementaris als incerts beneficis del camp. Van acordar d'unir-se per formar una cooperativa que els proporcionés els serveis i les matèries primeres necessàries per a les seves granges i realitzar en un futur la comercialització dels seus productes.
L'Agropecuària de Guissona, Societat Cooperativa Limitada, realitza producció ramadera i avícola, mitjançant els subministraments i els contractes d'engreix d'aus i de bestiar a les explotacions ramaderes dels seus socis. Les produccions ramaderes dels socis es venen a la Corporación Alimentaria Guissona, S.A. per a la seva transformació càrnia i la seva posterior comercialització, la major part a través de les tendes "bonÀrea". I la Cooperativa és el primer esglaó del cicle productiu complet que porta a terme el Grup Alimentari Guissona.

El grup es presenta al consumidor amb diferents serveis i de diferents marques, la més important és BonÀrea, una xarxa de petits supermercats, així com CaixaGuissona, una entitat financera. Seagui, S.L. és una Corredoria d'Assegurances participada per l'Agropecuària de Guissona. La Fundació Agropecuària de Guissona és una entitat privada sense ànim de lucre la finalitat principal de la qual és oferir atenció sociosanitària i residencial a la gent gran, promocionar i facilitar l'assistència mèdica, juntament amb la prevenció de malalties i d'accidents, com una obra social. La Fundació "bonÀrea", és una entitat privada sense ànim de lucre amb seu a Massoteres, la finalitat principal de la qual és promoure activitats esportives i de lleure entre les persones del seu entorn. I finalment Corporació Alimentària Guissona, S.A agrupa totes les activitats industrials i comercials del Grup Alimentari Guissona.

La Corporació és un referent dins el sector agroalimentari europeu, el 2009 tenia una plantilla de 2.809 treballadors, una facturació de 1.156 milions € i uns resultats nets de 38 milions € segons la seva pàgina web. La facturació de 2012 fou de 1.425 milions d'euros., mentre que pel 2022 les xifres ja eren de 5.745 empleats; dels quals 3.200 dependents de les seves 540 botigues bonÀrea. La facturació de 2021 fou de 2.250 milions d'euros.

Empreses del grup
 Corporació Alimentària Guissona, societat anònima.
 Agropecuària de Guissona, cooperativa limitada.
 bonÀrea
 Bonarea Energia, societat limitada participada per Corporació Alimentària Guissona.
 Caixa Guissona, cooperativa de crèdit.
 Serveis Agropecuària Guissona, societat limitada participada per l'Agropecuària de Guissona.
 Fundació Agropecuària de Guissona, entitat privada sense ànim de lucre.
 Fundació Privada bonÀrea, entitat privada sense ànim de lucre.

Referències

Enllaços externs

 Grup Alimentari Guissona
 BonÀrea
 Reportatge del programa Sense Ficció de TV3 11/06/2013

Empreses d'alimentació de Catalunya
Grups empresarials de Catalunya
Guissona


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Karrie Koesel
Associate Professor of Political Science
PhD, Cornell University
2048 Jenkins Nanovic Halls
kkoesel1@nd.edu
Karrie J. Koesel is associate professor of political science at the University of Notre Dame where she specializes in the study of contemporary Chinese and Russian politics, authoritarianism, and religion and politics.
Her research has been supported by grants from the John Templeton Foundation, the Spencer Foundation, the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), the Fulbright program, the International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX), the Einaudi Center and East Asia Program at Cornell University, and the University of Oregon. Koesel is also an Associate Scholar of the Religious Freedom Project at the Berkley Center for Religion, Peace and World Affairs, Georgetown University, a researcher for the Under Caesar's Sword Project at the Center for Civil and Human Rights, University of Notre Dame, and a member of the International Diffusion and Cooperation of Authoritarian Regimes (IDCAR) research network, and a Public Intellectual Fellow for the National Committee on US-China Relations.
Koesel is currently working on a book-length project, "Learning to Be Loyal: Patriotic Education in Authoritarian Regimes." This book explores questions about how authoritarian leaders cultivate popular legitimacy and loyalty; how they socialize citizens and the future elite to be patriotic and supportive; and whether these strategies free authoritarian rulers from the need to rely so heavily on coercion to stay in power and promote political order.
Thematic Interests
Religion and politics; democracy and dictatorship; political education; contemporary Chinese and Russian politics; comparative authoritarianism
A book project, "Learning to Be Loyal: Patriotic Education in Authoritarian Regimes," explores how authoritarian leaders cultivate popular legitimacy and loyalty, how they socialize citizens and elite to be patriotic and supportive, and whether these strategies reduce leaders' coercion.
Research Sub-Discipline
Post-communism/Communism
Religion and Authoritarianism: Cooperation, Conflict and the Consequences (Cambridge University Press, 2014)
Koesel, Karrie, "Religion and the Regime: Cooperation and Conflict in Contemporary Russia and China," World Politics 69, 4 (2017)
"The Rise of a Chinese House Church: The Organizational Weapon," The China Quarterly 215 (2013)
"Diffusion-Proofing: Russian and Chinese Responses to Waves of Popular Mobilizations against Authoritarian Rulers" (with Valarie J. Bunce), Perspectives on Politics 11, 3 (2013)
Grant Year: 2018-2019 Learning to be Loyal: Patriotic Education in Authoritarian Regimes
Grants to Support Faculty Fellows' Research
2015-2016 International Conference: "Citizens & the State in Authoritarian Regimes: Comparing Mass Politics & Policy in Russia & China"
Dec 6 to 7, 2019
New Research by Women Studying Violence
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Wed, Feb 7, 2018
Panel Discussion and Book Celebration: Vanguard of the Revolution: The Global Idea of the Communist Party
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Das Schloss Marchegg ist ein Barockschloss in Marchegg in Niederösterreich. Es ist eines der fünf Marchfeldschlösser.

Geschichte
Das ursprüngliche Schloss wurde als Stadtburg an der nordwestlichen Ecke der Stadtmauer nach der Schlacht bei Groißenbrunn, bei der Ottokar II. den ungarischen König Béla IV. besiegte, errichtet und sollte an der Grenze zu Ungarn Schutz bieten. Die erste urkundliche Erwähnung der Burg stammt aus dem Jahr 1346.

Erstmals wurde die Burg ebenso wie die Stadt in den Jahren 1426 und 1427 in den Hussitenkriegen erobert.

Im Jahr 1502 erhielt Niklas Graf Salm die Burg als Pfandbesitz. Bei der Ersten Türkenbelagerung wurde Marchegg selbst niedergebrannt; die Burg wurde zwar nicht eingenommen, aber ebenfalls schwer beschädigt. Durch die Hilfe, die die Salms bei der Verteidigung Wiens leisteten, wurden auch die Erben im Pfandbesitz bestätigt. Niklas Graf Salm starb bereits 1530 im nahen Salmhof. Erst 1568 wurde die Burg durch den Sohn Salms wieder bewohnbar gemacht. Am Beginn des 17. Jahrhunderts wurde die Burg jedoch bereits neuerlich durch ungarische Rebellen verwüstet.

Im Jahr 1621 bekam der Präsident der ungarischen Hofkammer Graf Paul Pállfy von Erdöd von Ferdinand II. die Burg vorerst als Pfand und zwei Jahre später als Eigenbesitz. Den Pálffy gelang es auch große Besitzungen im benachbarten Malatzka zu erwerben. Die Burg Marchegg wurde bis auf einen Turm abgetragen und nach Plänen des kaiserlichen Ingenieur- und Mineurhauptmann Lambert Lambion als viereckiges Wasserschloss neu erbaut. Die geplanten Basteien und Ravelins wurden dabei jedoch nicht errichtet.

Im Auftrag des ungarischen Palatins Nikolaus Pálffy führte der Baumeister Christian Alexander Oedtl um 1715 eine Barockisierung des Schlosses durch. Im Zuge dessen wurde der Wassergraben zugeschüttet. Auch die Eckbastion wurde dabei entfernt. Die Südfront erhielt ihr heutiges Aussehen.

In den kommenden zwei Jahrhunderten war das Schloss hauptsächlich Jagdschloss und Sommersitz. Häufige Jagdgäste waren unter anderem
Kaiser Joseph II., Maria Theresia oder Franz Stephan von Lothringen.

Karl Graf Pálffy wurde 1807 in den Fürstenstand erhoben.
Nikolaus Pálffy verlegte nach dem Ersten Weltkrieg seinen Wohnsitz nach Marchegg, nachdem er in Malacky seine Besitzungen verlor.

Nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg wurde das Schloss selbst stark devastiert und das Inventar gestohlen. Im Jahr 1947 starb mit dem Tod von Ladislaus Pálffy die Marchegger Linie der Familie Pálffy aus.

Im Jahr 1957 erwarb die Stadt Marchegg mit Hilfe des Landes Niederösterreich das Schloss, nachdem es schon zum Abbruch bestimmt war. Vom Land wurde 1959 in zwei renovierten Prunkräumen das Niederösterreichische Jagdmuseum eingerichtet. Als jedoch 2000 die Bestände im Landesmuseum konzentriert wurden, wurde die Ausstellung in Marchegg geschlossen. Seit 2010 wird eine Ausstellung der Stadt Marchegg durchgeführt "Von König Ottokar bis zu den Fürsten Pálffy". Diese ist jedes Jahr von April bis Oktober geöffnet und kann von Donnerstag bis Montag besichtigt werden. Vom direkt anschließenden Hochwasserschutzdamm hat man einen eindrucksvollen Rundblick auf die Weißstorchkolonien, die sowohl auf den Kaminen des Schlosses als auch auf den Bäumen im Schlosspark oder in den Marchauen des Naturreservates Marchegg nisten.

2022 findet die Niederösterreichische Landesausstellung im Schloss statt, die das Marchfeld zum Thema hat. Dem zweijährigen Rhythmus der Landesausstellungen entsprechend hätte sie eigentlich 2021 stattfinden müssen, aber man entschied sich von Anfang an bewusst für 2022, weil die Renovierungsarbeiten besonders viel Arbeit erforderten und das Schloss da sein 750-jähriges Bestehen feierte. Im Zuge von Renovierungsarbeiten wurde festgestellt, dass es sich bei der 1924/25 im Schlossgarten errichteten Gruft der Familie Palffy um ein Werk von Clemens Holzmeister handelt.

Bau
Der Bau ist durchgehend zweigeschoßig und liegt in einem großen Park. Im Inneren sind einige Räume mit Stuckdecken. Die ehemalige Kapelle ist ebenfalls zweigeschoßig. Vor dem Schloss befindet sich eine Einfahrt mit schmiedeeisernem Tor.

Literatur
 Dehio 1990, 712 ff
 Georg Clam Martinic: Burgen & Schlösser in Österreich
 Amt der NÖ Landesregierung, Abt. Kunst und Kultur (Hrsg.): Schloss Marchegg. Stadtburg – Adelssitz – Storchennest, Verlag Bibliothek der Provinz, Weitra 2022, ISBN 978-3-99126-093-6, (Reihe Menschen und Denkmale).

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Marchegg
Marchegg
Baudenkmal (Niederösterreich)
Pálffy
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A swim coach has been indicted in connection with the drowning of a 13-year-old girl last year during practice at the Carroll ISD Aquatics Center in Southlake.
Elise Cerami died hours after she was pulled from the water June 20 after one of her North Texas Nadadores swim club teammates spotted her.
Elise's death was ruled an accidental drowning by the Tarrant County medical examiner.
Tracey Anne Boyd, 49, was indicted June 29 on a charge of abandoning or endangering a child-criminal negligence, according to court records.
The indictment alleged Boyd failed to "watch or observe Elise Cerami while [Cerami] was swimming" and did not ensure she was supervised, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported.
She faces 180 days to two years in state jail but is eligible for probation.
"The charge against Tracey Boyd describes her conduct, and we believe that the district attorney will devote the full resources of their office to the case against Boyd," the Cerami family said in a written statement to WFAA-TV (Channel 8). "While the court system proceeds with the grand jury's indictment, our efforts will continue in water safety and drowning prevention."
Her attorney told the station Boyd is not guilty. The indictment did not detail what investigators think happened in the pool.
Carroll ISD said that Boyd was an assistant swim coach at the time of the drowning and that the district "is not aware of any facts arising out of those circumstances that would support charges or an indictment," the Star-Telegram reported.
Boyd's LinkedIn profile lists her as a coach for the Nadadores swim club from July 2015 to February 2017.
On the eve of the first anniversary of her daughter's death, Lori Cerami asked school board members to press for higher safety standards at the aquatics center, the newspaper reported.
"Over the last year, I have spent every day thinking about Elise's final swim at the CISD Aquatics Center and what I, as a parent, could have done to protect her," she said. "To better understand water safety, I have become an advocate for drowning prevention — reading, speaking and sharing what I learn on the topic."
The family has started the Swim4Elise foundation to promote water safety for elite swimmers.
Months after Elise's death, trustees approved a move to double the lifeguard staffing at the aquatics center.
At a May board meeting, Matt Miller, assistant superintendent for facility services, spoke about an increase in staffing and enrollment in the American Red Cross Aquatic Examiner Service, which would include unnanounced site visits to test emergency preparedness, the Star-Telegram reported.


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Marla Rosenfeld Barugel (born 1956) is, along with Erica Lippitz, one of the first two female hazzans (also called cantors) ordained in Conservative Judaism.

Barugel and Lippitz were ordained in 1987 by the Cantors Institute of the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York City. In addition to her cantorial education, Barugel earned a BA in French and Spanish and an MS in Secondary Education from the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to her work as a cantor, she worked as a Spanish teacher and a banker. From 1987 until June 2013 she was Cantor of Congregation B'nai Israel in Rumson, New Jersey. As a cantor, she was a leading force in the struggle for women to be allowed to join the Cantors Assembly, the professional organization of cantors in Conservative Judaism; women were first allowed to join the Cantors Assembly in 1990. She debuted as a soloist in June 1994 in Milwaukee at the Cantors Assembly Convention, and has been a member of the New Jersey Cantors Concert Ensemble since 1987. She has also served on the Executive Council of the Cantors Assembly. Barugel is a founding member of the Cantors Institute Alumni Association.

In 2000 she released a CD titled From Darkness to Light.

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I am a primary school teacher. Concern over my young son's education brought me into contact with the world of education and stimulated a latent desire (I had taught French long ago to small children) to assist children in acquiring knowledge. Whilst classroom teaching is incredibly varied and fulfilling, I prefer one to one or small group teaching, where one has real flexibility to respond specifically to a child's areas of need.
My passion for English and general love of language mean that I take great pride in encouraging my students to speak well and correctly. Learning a language should be fun and engaging, and if one can express one's ideas and feelings accurately, then the ability to write the language will follow.
I enjoy learning foreign languages and wherever I travel I always attempt to speak some of the native tongue. I've travelled in Asia, the Antipodes, America and much of Europe, and those experiences and people have greatly enriched my life.
My degree from London University is in French and German. I also have a PGCE in primary school teaching, and I am a homeopath.
Our home is in a quiet area of south London, near to green spaces and good transport links. The house is large and comfortable with a lovely garden, equipped with swing and trampoline. We have a dog (mild and sweet-natured). My young son (2007) and I have lived here for seven years together with a close friend who is part of the family. We tend to spend a lot of time outdoors, swimming, cycling and gardening. My son is a car fanatic and loves vehicles of any shape, dressing up, going camping and generally having fun. We do not eat meat, but we do eat fish and seafood.
As we are fortunate to live in London, we enjoy visiting galleries and museums, seeing plays and exploring new and exciting areas. My main interests include foreign languages and culture, the Arts, yoga, gardening and entertaining. We have a wide circle of friends at our outdoor swimming pool, which is a wonderfully welcoming environment for any visitor.
The student's room is comfortable and cosy, with a single bed, desk, cupboard, wardrobe and armchair. There is a bathroom and a shower room, both of which are shared. There is a very large, light kitchen where we do our learning and a sitting room full of toys. The park, ice rink, pool, cinema and shops are all within easy walking distance.
Close by, we have a large green space (Streatham Common), formal garden, ice rink, gym, swimming pool and tennis court. Also within walking distance are a cinema, theatre and local library. If we are going further afield, we take the train or bus to visit museums, parks and galleries. We also enjoy taking the car into the countryside and spotting birds and wildflowers.


Within the framework of the SEMA 2017 tuning show, a special version of the crossover Toyota CH-R was presented. The novelty, developed by joint efforts of specialists of the Japanese brand and the company DG-Spec, was called R-Tuned. The modification has an aerodynamic body kit with a carbon fiber hood. At maximum speed, the body kit elements generate 136 kg of downforce. During braking, the overload can reach 1.2 g, and the lateral acceleration value for cornering – up to 1.7 g. Toyota CH-R R-Tuned was equipped with a 2.4-liter engine with forged pistons and connecting rods. The engine is equipped with a turbocharger Garrett with a boost pressure of 1.6 bar. Working in conjunction with the 5-speed mechanics, this unit produces 600 hp. The SUV has received race springs, as well as stainless steel intake valves and Inconel exhaust valves. Plus in the list of equipment modifications include a custom suspension, adjustable anti-roll bars, Brembo brakes and a self-locking differential on the front axle.


November 11, 2017 @ approx 6:30 pm my wife and I sighted a stream of about 15 or more lighted objects coming from south near 401/Townline Rd area in Cambridge heading NNW on a 25 degree trajectory. It was difficult to judge height & distance but multiples lights on each object were identifiable on an outlined structure that may have alsp seemed to be slowly rotating. Although heading in the same direction they were not equidistant with some being closer together than others. They were completely silent as 2 low lying planes flew through the area at that time. Their rate of speed indicated that they were not simply floating (Chinese lanterns) and on occasion some would accelerate closer to one another. Photos were taken with a 300mm zoom lense but focus & stability were difficult. One photo - will post asap - captured 3 objects in formation.


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1935 Mercedes-Benz 500 K Three-Position Roadster by Windovers | Amelia Island 2021 | RM Sotheby's
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1935 Mercedes-Benz 500 K Three-Position Roadster by Windovers
| Amelia Island, Florida
Inarguably one of the most beautiful custom bodies on the supercharged 500 K
Spectacular aerodynamic design
Originally delivered to World War II hero William Henry Rhodes-Moorhouse
Well-maintained restoration in elegant colors; original chassis, engine and body
Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) Full Classic
Like several other Full Classic marques, the supercharged eight-cylinder Mercedes-Benz models of the late 1930s were all almost entirely fitted with coachwork by the manufacturer's own Sindelfingen coachworks. Factory coachwork was successful in being both attractive and well-built, thus in the case of the 500 K model, of which 342 chassis were constructed, only 41 of those were sold as bare chassis to be clothed by outside coachbuilders, and perhaps only ten or so of those received bodies by British coachbuilders. One of those surviving British-bodied Mercedes is the rather extraordinary automobile offered here, which in the slippery audaciousness of its full-figured curves outshines many of the best-recognized factory cabriolets and roadsters produced by Sindelfingen.
A HERO'S 500 K
Chassis number 123699 features a one-off body crafted by the renowned old British firm of Windovers, and it is one of two similar bodies fitted by Windovers to the 500 K chassis. Best-remembered for their extensive catalogue of work on Rolls-Royces prior to World War II, Windovers gave this 500 K Three-Position Roadster seductive teardrop-shaped pontoon-style fenders without sidemounted spares; a raked windscreen; curved running boards; fully skirted rear fenders; and a delicate, scroll-like beltline molding. Perhaps most unique to the body mounted to chassis no. 123699 was the long, smooth, and very attractive tail that gently tapered from the edges. The design of the top was especially ingenious in that it provided the benefits of the traditional British three-position top of the period, while incorporating a hinged "top panel" that allows for all but a small ribbon of neatly folded top to disappear beneath the panel. This eliminates the massive folded convertible top "stack" common to most Sindelfingen convertible 500 and 540 Ks.
Overall, the completed design frankly looked more typically French than British, and one could easily be forgiven for mistaking it for a work by Figoni et Falaschi! Ironically, some design elements may have been inspired by an American, with the lines bearing strong resemblance to a 3½-Litre Bentley also coached by Windovers around the same time that was reportedly influenced by Howard "Dutch" Darrin. The tapered fenders and long tail of chassis no. 123699 have also been favorably compared to another fine piece of British coachwork on a supercharged Mercedes, the revered Count Trossi SSK.
If chassis no. 123699 looked the part of an automobile commissioned by a wealthy young sport, that was no coincidence, as it had indeed been ordered by William "Willie" Henry Rhodes-Moorhouse. The young man's father, William Barnard or "Will," had been a pioneering British aviator who posthumously received the first Victoria Cross for aerial combat after succumbing to enemy fire over Belgium in 1915. Prior to taking up the aircraft tiller, Will Rhodes-Moorhouse had been an enthusiastic motorist who, while at university, drove a 90HP Grand Prix Fiat. In a case of the apple not falling far from the tree, the younger Rhodes-Moorhouse was an enthusiastic sportsman who was selected as a member of the British ski-jumping team for the 1936 Winter Olympics; he also obtained his pilot's license and was avidly interested in powerful automobiles. Money was no object, as the family literally owned most of New Zealand.
The 500 K was first registered in London in December 1935 as "CLB 858;" Willy Rhodes-Moorhouse took delivery the following month and apparently retained the car for some time. In September 1936 he married Amalia Demetriadi, a great beauty who would later be approached to screen-test for the role of Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind. Willy would eventually again follow his father's example, this time into battle, and to a heroic end. He fought the Axis Powers with the legendary 601 Squadron RAF of "millionaire" aces and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his "Acts of Valor" engaging the Luftwaffe in the skies over Europe. Less than two months after receiving this esteemed honor, Willy's Hawker Hurricane was shot down over Kent in 1940 during the Battle of Britain.
According to records maintained by Ronald Johnson, founder of the UK's Mercedes-Benz Club, the second owner of chassis no. 123699, F.N. Foster, laid it up in storage for the duration of the war, September 1939 to October 1946. In November 1949 it was sold to third owner, Dr. E.F. Roberts of Chiswick. Performance Cars, Ltd., a noted salesroom of the era, advertised the car for Roberts in the mid-1950s; it was sold in December 1957, apparently still on the original registration.
In the early 1970s the 500 K, having fallen into disrepair, was acquired by the British dealer Charles Howard and, following a complete restoration under his supervision in red and black, sold to Austrian glass magnate Werner Lutzky. Lutzky exhibited the car in his private museum at Schloss Kremsegg in Kremsmunster, and apparently refinished it to all-over black late in the 1980s. It was subsequently sold in the early 1990s to another Austrian enthusiast, then returned to the United Kingdom as part of a significant collection a decade later. All the while, chassis no. 123699 fortuitously retained its original engine, and appears to retain the original serial and engine number tags.
A devoted longtime collector known for rare custom coachwork Full Classics, the current owner acquired the 500 K in 2006, after which RM Auto Restoration undertook an extensive cosmetic freshening that included paintwork, a new interior and convertible top. Subsequently the car was shown with great pride at Pebble Beach in 2007 and here at Amelia Island in 2008; it was also invited by Mercedes-Benz to be exhibited at Mercedes-Benz World at Brooklands. The restoration remains today in beautiful condition, worthy of the car that received it.
The Rhodes-Moorhouse 500 K boasts not only a beautiful design and presentation, but also superb, known history, beginning with an admirable and heroic figure—a combination that few 500 Ks can claim. It is a spectacular machine and among the most stunning of all supercharged Mercedes.
1937 Mercedes-Benz 540 K Cabriolet B by Sindelfingen
2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss
SOTHEBY'S SEALED - MERCEDES-BENZ SLR STIRLING MOSS | Lot 101
1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 SL 'Pagoda Five-Speed'
1953 Mercedes-Benz 300 S Roadster


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As 2015 is approaching fast, here is an opportunity to jump on the entrepreneurial bandwagon and start the business of your choice. As experts in business, we could not resist the temptation of divulging the best small business ideas that will have great potential in 2015. As these best small business ideas are based on research, data and anecdotal evidence, they will stand you in good stead if you dream to start a new business this year.
In the not so distant past, most of the small businesses found themselves on the periphery when it comes to the expansion of their businesses. However, today, they have come to the forefront of conscious attention thanks to their propensity to actively participate in the economic activities leading to increased business opportunities. In order to enhance competitiveness, the role of successful business ideas cannot be undermined. This is true eve more for small businesses that have to achieve higher efficiency at a reduced cost because they cannot afford the luxury the large enterprises enjoys in spending on the resources.
The pressure to remain competitive is true for both large and small businesses. The approach to address the issues of business for a small organization is pretty much the same as for any large business. Today the technology and application that were once deployed by the large businesses are much in demand by the small enterprises. Needless to say, the small firms, to a great measure, need the same ideas that the large enterprise needs.
The best business ideas are the ones that have the potential of solving the problems of the customers. These best ideas may turn into successful business ideas If your company is able to find a solution to the customers' problem. Here are some best small business ideas that we are sure will be successful in 2015.
In the not so good state of world economy E-commerce comes as one of the best business ideas. It especially captivates the small businesses and novices for whom renting a retail space is something they cannot afford. Drop-shipping, an integral part of E-commerce is a business mechanism which allows you to directly transfer customer orders and shipment details to manufacturer or wholesaler. There is no need to stock up the stock in different warehouses.
The demand for cutting energy costs or reducing their carbon footprint has never been greater. The businesses are in constant pressure to embrace green practices. The consumers are also taking into account the history of sustainability of the brands when making purchasing decisions. As a result the companies are turning to sustainability consultants who can help them adopt greener practices.
If you have a passion to make the earth a greener place to live in and want to club this passion with your with your entrepreneurial spirit, starting an eco-consulting service is a great way to achieve this goal. An eco-consulting service entails advising and offering solutions to the homeowners and business owners to make their homes and offices more environmentally friendly.
These days all businesses are looking for successful business ideas to connect with their customers. They cannot afford not to make their presence on social media as it is a powerful tool to for businesses to build relationships with prospective clients and get leads. Though big businesses have the wherewithal and staff to run their Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter accounts, small businesses don't have that luxury due the lack of resources. Here comes the role of social media consultant who can help the small business owners by identifying the best tactics, posting schedules and content which will come handy for them to get new customers. Needless to say, becoming a social media consultant is one of the best small business ideas that should be to your linking.
One of the successful business ideas is to be a web content writer who writes the content for the companies which can be used by them to build their brand and showcase their products and solutions to the clients.
It is a universally accepted fact that more quality content on the websites of the businesses, specially the small ones, can lead to more rankings. This means more visitors and more sales. For this, businesses hire content writers who can come up with their own business ideas for content like writing guides, tutorials creating banner campaigns, marketing e-mails on how to best use the products/services of the company. You can one of these content writers. When it starts working out, you can add staff at a later stage.
A healthcare consultant with a background in insurance can help a company by providing professional assistance by sorting through the gamut of options of health insurance plans available. A healthcare consultant determines the best healthcare insurance plan that fits its requirements and budget. There is no need for a big staff if you start your career as a healthcare consultant.
Today businesses are taking resort to self-published books that are useful in promoting themselves. However, due to the lack of capital the small businesses look for ghost writers who can put the company's viewpoints down on paper by writing books, blogs to social media to engage with the target customers.
A recent survey reveals that businesses are losing billions due to the attack of fires, floods and other tragedies that takes place everyday. The small businesses find themselves on the receiving end as it becomes very difficult for them to recuperate after a loss caused by the disasters. These disasters have the potential of destroying years of hard work in a moment's notice. Hence realization has downed on the businesses that it is high time that they evaluate their own situation. Irrespective of industry or location, it becomes necessary for every business to have disaster recovery plan in place due to the growing threats to business continuity including natural calamities and catastrophes.
In the context it is not surprising that an opportunity lies here for the disaster consultant who can to help businesses take the necessary steps for protecting their companies from disasters and hazards whether they are natural or manmade.
Testing services are poised for growth for the simple reason that if the systems go down, it can result in loss to the company. Testing has emerged as a critical component of any business continuity planning because even small outages can affect the profits of a company and has the potential of shaking the confidence of the customers. It has been found that a 24-hour disruption minimizes the chance of a business's survival by 50%. A 3-day disruption could result in the shutdown of a business.
Today websites, apps are integral party of any business. However, if they don't work in an appropriate manner, they are of no use.
Against this backdrop, it is natural that any business, affected by downtime, will go for testing services. Those proficient in testing services specialize in testing applications and software to ensure that business remains in operation. By the use of the testing services, the company business stands to gain as it will reduce both recovery time and risks. As you get larger and add staff to work for you, it is advisable to go after the bigger clients.
This is one of the methods to increase your bank account. One of the most successful business ideas is to earn money by charging for your expertise which you impart to others.
It is of paramount importance that while launching your business you must keep in mind that your success in business depends on what you bring to the business. If you do what you don't love, there is every possibility that this will dampen your passion for the business. This in turn will destroy you creativity and perseverance. On the other hand, if you do what you love, your stand every chance of becoming successful.
Finally, a successful business is often built on best business ideas that have the ability to anticipate needs. These business ideas should be able to withstand the market if the necessity arises. Truly successfully business ideas are few and far between. It has been seen that most of the best business ideas emanate from the old ones.
Creating a successful business is all about solving the customers' problem and adding value to their lives. However, to achieve this you will have best business ideas which come from experience from those who have been in the thick and thin of the business.
Before starting your business, it is in the essential fitness of things that you should have an open mind when it comes to business ideas. You will be confronted with many small business ideas in the beginning. What is needed is that you should weigh the pros and cons of each business idea. It does not matter how trivial an idea may be. It is a good idea to surround yourself with people with whom you can discuss your business ideas.


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Janusz Migacz was born in Gdansk, Poland, in 1956. After graduating from the Ggynia High School of Visual Arts and then at the Academy of Fine Arts in his hometown, he became a pupil of the great Polish painter Kazimierz Ostrowski. He stayed in his studio for five years. In 1986, Migacz moved to London, where he observed and studied the paintings of great masters, such as Rembrandt, on display at the National Gallery. He then moved to Quebec in 1988, where he enjoyed rapid success with art lovers. "I have a preference for bodies in motion, those that are articulated according to figures developed for dance, for example."
Migacz explores the world of soft and bold contrasts of light and shadow. Oranges, yellows, ochres and browns predominate, surrounded by lines of green or black. The pictorial universe of Migacz sensitively translates the expression of human passions through the body. Janusz Migacz's work is part of prestigious private and corporate collections in Quebec, Poland, London, Paris and the United States.


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Chicago Stockyard Strike (1904)
Address to the Kindergarten Union Convention, April 13, 1901
Idea of the Social Settlement, July 12, 1903 (excerpt)
The Idea of the Social Settlement, July 12, 1903 (excerpts)
Charlotte Garrigue Masaryk to Jane Addams, April 7, 1904
Jane Addams to Mary Rozet Smith, August 9, [1904]
Jane Addams to Mary Rozet Smith, August 15, 1904
Jane Addams to Lillian D. Wald, October 3, 1904
Jane Addams to Mary Rozet Smith, October 5, 1904
Address to the Women's Trade Union League, March 26, 1905 (excerpt)
Jane Addams to Lillian D. Wald, April 7, 1905
Testimony Before State Judicial Committee on Child Labor, April 13, 1905 (excerpts)
Social Settlements in Illinois, January 25, 1906
Charles P. Neill to Sophonisba Breckinridge, January 29, 1906
Charles Frederick Weller to Jane Addams, March 16, 1906
Hull-House Year Book 1906-1907
Of Interest To Women, February 10, 1907 (extract)
Ellen Martin Henrotin to Jane Addams, February 10, 1908
Gaylord S. White to Jane Addams, May 7, 1908
Mary Jane Hawes Wilmarth to Jane Addams, July 28, 1908
Jane Addams to Irene Osgood, November 5, 1908
Irene Osgood to Jane Addams, November 19, 1908
Rudowitz Conference participants list, December 1908
Jane Addams to Robert A. Woods, March 8, 1910
Cook County Campaign Workers, July 1912
Speech at Progressive Rally, October 17, 1912 (excerpts)
Margaret Dreier Robins to Jane Addams, November 5, 1912
Harold L. Ickes to Jane Addams, January 6, 1913
Illinois Progressive Service Committee List, ca. January 18, 1913
Paul Underwood Kellogg to John R. Commons, April 10, 1913
Paul Underwood Kellogg to Louise DeKoven Bowen, April 12, 1913
Report of Department of Social Service and Industrial Justice, Progressive Service Committee, April 23, 1913
Samuel McCune Lindsay to Paul Underwood Kellogg, July 17, 1913
Paul Underwood Kellogg to Frances A. Kellor, July 18, 1913
Jane Addams to Sophonisba P. Breckinridge, August 25, 1913
Should the Chicago Aldermanic Elections Next Spring Be Non-Partisan?, November 7, 1913
Should the Chicago Aldermanic Elections Next Spring Be Non-Partisan?, November 29, 1913
Harold LeClair Ickes to Jane Addams, July 8, 1914
Minutes of the Emergency Peace Committee, December 19, 1914.
News of the Chicago Women's Clubs, January 17, 1915
Robert Archey Woods to Jane Addams, May 1, 1916
National Public Ownership League circular, ca. June 1916
Eleanor Daggett Karsten to Jane Addams, August 8, 1916
Harriet Park Thomas to Jane Addams, August 8, 1916
Harriet Park Thomas to Jane Addams, September 28, 1916
Jane Addams to Arthur Piper Kellogg, October 25, 1916
Arthur Piper Kellogg to Jane Addams, October 28, 1916
Sophonisba P. Breckinridge to ICWPP--International Congress of Women After the War--Delegates and Alternates--U.S., November 21, 1916
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Mary E. McDowell to Jane Addams, August 16, 1912
Jane Addams, et. al, to Woodrow Wilson, October 18, 1913
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Mary E. McDowell was an important part of the settlement movement in Chicago. She helped found the University of Chicago Settlement, which was later renamed in her honor. She got her start in the settlement field by working at Hull House. Her political activism led her to eventually be appointed Commissioner of the Department of Public Welfare in Chicago. She was an advocate for women's suffrage and helped start the Women's Club at Hull-House. She was also an advocate for public health reform and forced the city of Chicago to adopt several reforms that helped clean the city up and make it safer. She was also involved in the Temperance Movement and advocated for a federal Woman's Bureau to study the conditions of American Women. She was known as the "Angel of the Stockyards" and had a focus on improving race relations. McDowell died in 1936.
McDowell worked with Jane Addams while working as a kindergarten teacher at Hull-House. Addams recommended McDowell to work as the head of the Back of the Yards settlement house. The two often corresponded about the issues of the time and worked together closely.
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Slinky + Embroidery Hoop = Peanut Squirrel Feeder!
When we first put the bird feeder out we had a kamikaze squirrel who took up residence on the branch it hung from and kept up a constant chatter to proclaim his turf. Of course he only wanted the sunflower seeds and would knock everything else out of the way to get to them, thus most of my bird seed mix ended up on the ground wasted.
I quite enjoyed watching his aerobatic endeavors and didn't want to shoo him off, so I decided to make a feeder just for him. I'd seen metal hoop peanut feeders for WAY too much so I scouted Pinterest until I found a DIY version using a slinky, which I just happened to have thanks to the $1 zone at Target. I picked up a small plastic embroidery hoop at Michaels for few buck with a 40% off coupon and paired the two together with a key ring to keep the two ends connected. It was that simple.
Although she didn't offer any assistance or guidance, Luna supervised my work and gave it a good inspection before it was filled.
Since I used a small slinky and hoop, I only needed about a half bag of peanuts to fill it completely.
Now that the fence was mostly done I added my plant hooks and hung the feeders from the raised posts. This gives Luna the perfect vantage point to supervise who visits each feeder.
And safely watch what her siblings are doing without being in their midst! It is pretty funny watching her get to this lookout though – since she can only jump high enough to get her claws in the top board. After that she gets an ab workout hauling herself up.
such a great idea! I bet the squirrels love this!


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Hello, and sorry for the long hiatus. The past month was my busiest this year. September is my birth month and usually, I reward myself with a trip or a visit at home, but I decided to do away with this in 2014 as I was saving up to renovate our kitchen. Still, an unexpected blessing came in the form of a business trip to Russia, which got me so busy.
Russia is sooo beautiful! Here's my favorite photo from this set.
I don't know the exact place where this was taken. All I know is that it's on the bridge after Moscow's Red Square. Funny, map-challenged me actually got lost and when I saw the skyline getting pinkish, I decided to just keep walking to its direction until I could find a spot where I could watch the sunset.
Aside from Moscow, we also visited Yekaterinburg, Russia's fourth largest city.
Here's a photo of me in Yekaterinburg's Church of the Blood, which was built on the spot where the last Emperor of Russia, Tsar Nicholas II and his family, were executed. He and his family members are now saints.
During this trip, I was also able to tick one item off my wish list.
Isn't St. Petersburg's Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood magnificent? It's my dream to see this after seeing it in a magazine.
This Church was dedicated in the memory of Tsar Alexander II as it was built on the site where he was assassinated.
Honestly, It was morbid to know the story behind Russia's stunning churches. How can these architectural wonders be built under such horrifying circumstances?
I would have loved to post more and continuously, but I couldn't as I have scheduled trips to Gigantes Island and Vietnam and Cambodia this month. Those, and tons of workload to catch up to.
This entry was posted in Travel and tagged Churches, Moscow, Russia, St. Petersburg, Sunset, Yekaterinburg on October 13, 2014 by milai.
Day 3 was a trip to Sabtang Island, the smallest island of Batanes. Inclusions of our tour were the following: Brgy. Savidug, Lime Beach, Tiñan Viewpoint, Brgy. Chavayan, Sabtang Weaver's Association, Ahaw Arc, and Nakabuang Beach. Note that this was originally a day tour, but my friend and I opted to spend the night in Sabtang to make the most of our visit in this island (we did this by going to Fisherman's Village).
After an early breakfast at Rapitan di Vasay, we headed to Ivana port to catch the boat that would take us to Sabtang. The port is right in front of Ivana's Church and since the boat was yet to depart, we spent our idle time at the church.
I already mentioned in a previous post that Ivana's Church is named after St. Joseph the Worker. We only passed by this on Day 2 of our Batanes tour and up close, I found out from its signage that this was originally a chapel built in 1787.
Behind the current church are the ruins of the original church.
This was definitely one of my scariest boat rides. The choppy waters strongly rocked our small boat. We were told though that our experience was as smooth as any Sabtang boat ride could go since the weather's good. Yikes! And I thought it couldn't get any worse.
A trivia: In Batanes, they call their boats faluwa.
We were greeted by this beautiful view upon arrival at the island.
This is the third lighthouse that I saw in Batanes. We did not go here though, and just contented ourselves with taking its photo from afar.
Note that during this part of our tour, we changed drivers and eventually, tour guides because Kuya Jun had to catch the 2 PM faluwa back to Ivatan. We were introduced to Michael who mostly acted as our driver instead of a guide (he only spoke when asked).
Sorry I had to include it in my collage of interesting flora from this trip. I was trying to save space. He he. Anyway, Kuya Jun and Michael said this particular snake is harmless, but it was still scary to have him sneak on us and suddenly take that ready-to-strike pose la rattlesnake when my friend got near it.
By the way, I don't know what the yellow flower is called. I just found it interesting. The red and black fruits are berries (according to this post, it's Batanes Pine/Arius or Podocarpus costalis, which only grows in Batanes). The pulpy fruit tasted sweet, but I forgot its name. It is the fruit of one tall tree (the branches' photo is on the upper left of the collage) and we were lucky we got to taste this since according to Kuya Jun, it's rare to chance upon this fruit.
Savidug is famous for its traditional stone houses. Unlike in Basco where the houses are far from each other, the stone houses here are the opposite, and in rows.
It was interesting to see their thatched roofs. Some were also still being built, or renovated.
This is where Ivatans make the lime that they use to bind their stone houses. Interestingly, this used to be a fortress.
I find it off that there are human bone fragments scattered around the place.
This is right in front of the Lime Beach. Note the top mountain range with what looked like an outline of nose and lips. It does look like a woman lying down, doesn't it?
Definitely a must-see when in Batanes. This viewpoint provides a stunning view of the coasts of Sabtang.
The palm-like plant is locally called voyavoy. It is actually a dwarf palm belonging to the genus Phoenix. Kuya Jun said its leaves are used to make men's vests and women's headgear. I forgot what the red fruits are called, but they tasted a little like duhat.
Another village popular for its traditional stone houses and more importantly, weaving.
Unfortunately, there was no ongoing weaving session when we were there. There was an old lady working on a vakul (headdress), but she charges for photo-ops so we just borrowed her weaving tool and the vakul that she's working on.
When in Chavayan, make sure to go to the edge of the village where the view of its shoreline is picture-perfect (I have a better photo of this from my Beautiful Batanes teaser post).
The highlight of our tour. Fine sand, clear waters from the shore with darker shades of blue farther up, frothy waves, rugged cliffs and cottony clouds as backdrop… This is one beautiful beach!
There was no one here when we arrived (it was a weekday), though our guide told us that during the weekend, the place was teeming with tourists (this was collaborated by a group of 6 friends we met during dinner at Casa Napoli the night before, who complained about not getting the perfect jump shot at the arc or by the beach because there were other visitors). We were thus pleasantly surprised to have the beach by ourselves.
Definitely Sabtang Island's most photographed attraction.
Unlike that group of friends who couldn't get a solo shot of Ahaw Arc, I had all the time in the world to have my picture taken here as evident on earlier's collage of photos.
See, we had the place to ourselves that we could dine right underneath Sabtang's famous arc. And just look at that beautiful setting and the food!
We had squid, the Ivatan dish vunes (a vegetable dish made of gabi stalks), tatus (coconut crab), fish soup, and my favorite, halayang ube (ube and gabi are root crops) for dessert. Nom nom.
It was a sumptuous lunch and the only thing I didn't like was the water because it had an aftertaste.
A travel tip to those who want to visit Nakabuang Beach but do not want to book a tour package: Do bring packed meals because there are no stores here where you can buy any food or even a bottle of water. The same group of friends we met shared how they, who were on a DIY-tour of Batanes, had no food come lunch time. It's a good thing their co-travelers who were on a package were nice enough to share their food/leftovers.
After lunch, we took our sweet time exploring this secluded beach, swimming, and just enjoying the view.
We had a lot of time in our hands since our guide left us to bring Kuya Jun back to the port so he could go back to Ivatan. We just agreed that Michael would just come back for us at 4 PM.
This is not included in our tour so we had to pay an additional Php 700.
The drive going to Fisherman's Village was very scenic, though a little scary because of the winding, narrow road.
At the village, we saw the same stone houses that we saw in the villages of Savidug and Chavayan. Some scenes: fish that's being dried, fishermen heading home after a day's toiling, and a local painting a boat.
My friend opted to stay in the village while I walked about a kilometer to get closer to the edge of the beach. Here, the views were more beautiful, and I did not regret the tiring walk to get here.
Because we were told that unless pre-arranged, no one would make our dinner, we bought some chips and canned goods at a store in Fisherman's Village then headed back to the port to check-in at Sabtang Tourism Office.
Accommodations here is cheap. It's at Php 300 per person. Don't expect much, though. It is just a place to sleep in.
Note that there's no shower and to take a bath here, you have to use a pail and dipper. There's no hot water too. Moreover, power interruptions/blackouts are common in Sabtang Island. Make sure to bring a flashlight and spare batteries or power banks for your gadgets.
As mentioned, we had canned tuna and sardines for dinner. Michael provided the rice.
The photos from this collage are dark because there was a blackout. Over this simple meal, my friend and I reminisced about how simple life is in the province (both of us grew up in the province and only went to the city to study and work). Simple, but definitely stress-free.
And thus was how we spent our day 3 in breathtakingly beautiful Batanes.
This entry was posted in Dining, Travel and tagged Batanes, Beach, Churches, Fisherman's Village, Flowers, Sabtang Island, Sabtang Weaver's Association on March 16, 2014 by milai.
Inclusions of our Day 2 tour are the following: Chawa Viewdeck, Mahatao Shelter Port, Saint Charles Borromeo Church, Ivana Spanish bridge, Hohmoren White beach, House of Dakay, Saint Joseph Parish, Ruins of Songsong, Alapad Rock Formation and Marlboro Country.
We passed by a marine sanctuary on our way to our destinations.
The drive was very scenic, and thankfully, the weather was perfect for touring the island.
It has a grotto of the Virgin Mary and steps leading to the beach below, where the view of the crashing waves against the rugged cliffs was quite a sight to behold.
The beach was not a sandy one, but rocky, and it's beautiful.
The port was still being constructed during our visit. This is a project that aims to provide fish sufficiency and job generation in the region.
The original church was built in 1787. It has historical importance too since the Katipuneros raised the Philippine flag here on September 19, 1898.
I just noticed that this Church's outline is similar to Sto. Domingo's (photo HERE, in the collage), though the latter is painted yellow.
The drive to Mahatao Lighthouse was also very scenic. We could see the village below and the rolling hills, mountain (sorry, I forgot its name), azure sky, and dark blue waters made me wish I have a house here. Te he.
For me, this is the most beautiful of Batanes' 3 lighthouses, though the wiring spoils the view.
From here, the views didn't disappoint.
Afterwards, we had lunch at Monica's Cottage where we got to try on native Ivatan garb (details to be discussed in a future post).
Here's a teaser post of me looking out the window wearing vakul, an abaca fiber-made headgear worn by Ivatans as protection from the sun or rain.
Right after our meal, we met this fisherman who spent half the day catching squid, and he was nice enough to pose for photos.
Afterwards, we took some time exploring the village.
And of course, its beach, which was right across Monica's Cottage.
One side of the beach was mossy (or should I say seaweed-y). That is, the sea floor was full of some sort of sea grass. The other side was rocky, and it's a good thing I brought with me my pair of Sanuk to protect my feet.
In this beach, the water's clear on the beachfront but farther up, the waves created about 2-foot high frothy waters.
Called Rakuh-a-Payaman by the Ivatans, Marlboro Country is definitely one of the most beautiful places that I have been too. The verdant rolling hills, the blue sea, the crashing waves… all these contributed to creating stunning seascapes and landscapes.
Mahatao Lighthouse was also visible from here.
More photos of Marlboro Hills' stunning landscapes and seascapes.
And photos of me pretending I was "falling off" the cliff.
Another beautiful spot with views of lush hills and the deep blue sea.
I thought the guy in the collage was tending the carabaos (water buffalo), but Kuya Jun explained that he's there for the signal because this is the only area in Batan with strong cellphone signal.
On the same hill, the Old Loran Station, an abandoned US navigational facility, provided a good focal point on the landscape below.
About 10 meters from the hill is the Alapad Rock Formation.
It kind of reminds me of Arizona and its canyons, albeit a small one.
We just drove by the village and I took a quick snap of this old stone house. We did not linger since Kuya Jun said there are more stone houses in Sabtang, our destination the following day.
This village was devastated by a tsunami in 1953.
It's called Honesty Coffee Shop because no one mans it. You just get what you want, look at the price list and then pay for it (details to be posted in a future post).
The church is named after St. Joseph the Worker. The design is again reminiscent of Sto. Domingo's in Basco and St. Charles Borromeo's in Mahatao.
They said this is the oldest bridge in the country.
Purported to be the oldest house in Batanes. Most of the magazines and blogs I saw feature the lady of the house, but since she's now so old, Kuya Jun said that she mostly lies down and sleeps. We didn't have the heart to bother her to ask for a photo so we just took a photo of her house.
And of this cute dog and the rose bush that grew on a neighboring house.
We also made a quick stopover in Ivana's welcome site.
The sun was about to set and I would have loved to stay because I could tell that it was a good spot for sunset-watching, but we still had places to visit, and still quite far from Basco so we left after taking some photos.
The sand here was a course, though the waves are gentler compared to Valugan Beach's so it's safe to swim here.
And thus was how we spent our second day in Batanes.
And another of Mahatao Lighthouse.
This entry was posted in Travel and tagged Alapad Rock Formation, Batanes, Beach, Churches, Mahatao Lighthouse on January 12, 2014 by milai.
From the Royal Hotel, we walked along a colorful cobblestone street and took in this scenery to get to the famous Ruins of St. Paul's.
When we arrived at the cathedral, I was very surprised to see a lot of people. And I mean A LOT – like busloads of mostly Chinese tourists who even had colored flags or caps to distinguish themselves among each other. It was thus very difficult to get good photos because there were just too many photo-bombers.
The Ruins of Saint Paul's refers to the ruins of a 16th-century complex in Macau including what was originally St. Paul's College and the Cathedral of St. Paul, which at the time was one of the largest Catholic churches in Asia. It was built by the Jesuits from 1582 to 1602, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Behind the Ruins is the Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt that houses relics and artifacts from the Jesuits who built the complex.
Museu de Macau required an entrance fee, but we're not really into museums so we were content with just looking at some Sun Yan-Sen memorabilia outside the main museum. There was a pile of rocks too described as belonging to the first phase of construction around the original St. Paul's College.
At the top level of the museum is the Jardim da Fortalleza, which has limited flora.
Afterwards, we headed back to the ruins.
At the bottom step is a signage about Macau and a pedicab photo spot.
To those planning a visit here, know that these shops offer free food taste. My friend and I initially planned to dine in a proper restaurant, but got full from savoring Pastelaria Koi Kei's delicacies.
Aside from the jerky, Macau is most famous for their Portuguese Egg Tart.
Though somewhat full, we couldn't resist buying one each. And it was indeed so good and worth all the talk – not too sweet, with flaky pastry and yummy custard filling.
Afterwards, it was time to check nearby points of interest but on the way there, I was again amazed at how crowded the narrow streets were.
After getting my foot stepped on and myself bumped into a couple of times, we finally got to St. Dominic's Church, which was founded in 1587 by three Spanish Dominica priests. The first Portuguese newspaper on Chinese soil, A Abelha da China (The China Bee) was published here on September 12, 1822.
Just beside St. Dominic's Church was the Holy House of Mercy.
This was established by the first Bishop of Macau in 1569 after one of the most prominent charitable organizations in Portugal. Holy House of Mercy is also responsible for founding in Macau the first western-style medical clinic and other social welfare structures that still function to this day.
Senado Square has been Macau's urban center for centuries. It is surrounded by pastel-colored neo-classical buildings that lend the place a Mediterranean vibe.
And yes, it was crowded too.
Honestly, I was disappointed with the last 3 parts of this travel. I've seen better buildings elsewhere, and they were just too crowded with people it was difficult to appreciate them.
Before leaving the square, I took this shot of their Post Office.
Aside from the free food tasting, this was the best part of our Day 2 in Macau. It requires a separate post, though.
A-Ma Temple was just beside A Lorcha, right after the Museu Maritimo.
Its signage says that A-Ma Temple already existed before the city of Macau came into being, and that A-Ma is also known as Tin Hou (Heavenly Empress) and is the Goddess of Seafarers.
This last set of photos was taken on the bus that would take us back to Macau pier for our ferry ride to Hong Kong.
This entry was posted in Dining, Travel and tagged Churches, Flowers, Macau, Museums, Temples on September 2, 2013 by milai.