What is money? By definition, it's something of value. But over the last 10,000 years, the material form that money has taken has changed considerably—from cattle and cowrie shells to today's electronic currency. Here, get an overview of the history of money.
Today we value gold Kruggerands and paper Franklins, but cattle and cowrie shells have also served as currency.
Editor's Note: The dates below mark the approximate start of use.
Barter is the exchange of resources or services for mutual advantage, and the practice likely dates back tens of thousands of years, perhaps even to the dawn of modern humans. Some would even argue that it's not purely a human activity; plants and animals have been bartering—in symbiotic relationships—for millions of years. In any case, barter among humans certainly pre-dates the use of money. Today individuals, organizations, and governments still use, and often prefer, barter as a form of exchange of goods and services.
Cattle, which throughout history and across the globe have included not only cows but also sheep, camels, and other livestock, are the first and oldest form of money. With the advent of agriculture also came the use of grain and other vegetable or plant products as a standard form of barter in many cultures.
The first use of cowries, the shells of a mollusc that was widely available in the shallow waters of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, was in China. Historically, many societies have used cowries as money, and even as recently as the middle of this century, cowries have been used in some parts of Africa. The cowrie is the most widely and longest used currency in history.
Outside of China, the first coins developed out of lumps of silver. They soon took the familar round form of today, and were stamped with various gods and emperors to mark their authenticity. These early coins first appeared in Lydia, which is part of present-day Turkey, but the techniques were quickly copied and further refined by the Greek, Persian, Macedonian, and later the Roman empires. Unlike Chinese coins which depended on base metals, these new coins were made from precious metals such as silver, bronze, and gold, which had more inherent value.
Leather money was used in China in the form of one-foot-square pieces of white deerskin with colorful borders. This could be considered the first documented type of banknote.
The phrase "To pay through the nose" comes from Danes in Ireland, who slit the noses of those who were remiss in paying the Danish poll tax.
The first known paper banknotes appeared in China. In all, China experienced over 500 years of early paper money, spanning from the ninth through the fifteenth century. Over this period, paper notes grew in production to the point that their value rapidly depreciated and inflation soared. Then beginning in 1455, the use of paper money in China disappeared for several hundred years. This was still many years before paper currency would reappear in Europe, and three centuries before it was considered common.
"Potlach" comes from a Chinook Indian custom that existed in many North American Indian cultures. It is a ceremony where not only were gifts exchanged, but dances, feasts, and other public rituals were performed. In some instances potlach was a form of initiation into secret tribal societies. Because the exchange of gifts was so important in establishing a leader's social rank, potlach often spiralled out of control as the gifts became progressively more lavish and tribes put on larger and grander feasts and celebrations in an attempt to out-do each other.
The earliest known use of wampum, which are strings of beads made from clam shells, was by North American Indians in 1535. Most likely, this monetary medium existed well before this date. The Indian word "wampum" means white, which was the color of the beads.
Gold was officially made the standard of value in England in 1816. At this time, guidelines were made to allow for a non-inflationary production of standard banknotes which represented a certain amount of gold. Banknotes had been used in England and Europe for several hundred years before this time, but their worth had never been tied directly to gold. In the United States, the Gold Standard Act was officialy enacted in 1900, which helped lead to the establishment of a central bank.
The massive Depression of the 1930s, felt worldwide, marked the beginning of the end of the gold standard. In the United States, the gold standard was revised and the price of gold was devalued. This was the first step in ending the relationship altogether. The British and international gold standards soon ended as well, and the complexities of international monetary regulation began.
Today, currency continues to change and develop, as evidenced by the new $100 U.S. Ben Franklin bill.
In our digital age, economic transactions regularly take place electronically, without the exchange of any physical currency. Digital cash in the form of bits and bytes will most likely continue to be the currency of the future.
This feature originally appeared on the site for the NOVA program Secrets of Making Money.


text:
Q: Why does git push sometimes need a localref argument? I've ran against a problem whith git push today. I tried to push a branch to the remote repository, but it gave an error.
After some search, i've asked it on the git irc channel, and someone said that the syntax of the push was
git push <remote> <localref>:<remoteref>

Up until now, i just used git push   which worked fine. But in this case, it failed.
I tried to push some branch other than the master to the remote server, and i got the following error:
error: src refspec xi-temp-dennis does not match any.
error: failed to push some refs to 'remote.server'

By specifying the localref, it suddenly worken.
My question is, why did I need to specify the localref this time?

A: If you do just plain "git push remote" without specifying any refs to push then Git will push all "matching branches". A "matching branch" is one where the name of the branch in the local repo is the same as a branch in the remote repo. The remote repo's branch will be updated using the matching branch from the local repo.
So, if you only have a "master" branch, and the remote repo also has a "master" branch, then just plain "git push remote" will push local master to remote master.
You've created a new branch, "xi-temp-dennis" which must not exist in the remote repo. Therefore Git cannot successfully carry out the default behavior of pushing matching branches (hence the "does not match any" error).
You need to tell Git what the name of the ref should be on the remote side, and it will create it:

git push remote xi-temp-dennis:foo

This would create a remote branch named "foo" that would be updated. However, it's name doesn't match your local branch's name, so you would always need to type this same command (with the xi-temp-dennis:foo) in order to push updates. If you want to be able to just type "git push remote" and have updates work, then you should name the remote branch the same as the local one:

git push remote xi-temp-dennis:xi-temp-dennis

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaStackExchange


text:
Беата Позняк (; ) — актриса, режиссер кино и театра, кинопродюсер. Известна также под фамилией Беата Позняк Даниэлс.

Биография
Родилась в Гданьске в семье врачей в 1960 году. Ее мать родилась в Вильнюсе, а отец на Подляшье. Детство провела в Англии.

В Гданьске окончила среднюю школу, затем училась в киношколе в Лодзи. Ещё в студенческие годы снялась в сериале «Жизнь Камила Куранта» («Zycie Kamila Kuranta») и фильме «Счастливый берег» («Szczesliwy Brzeg»). Телевизионный спектакль «Представление Гамлета в селе Гжуха Дольна» («Przedstawienie Hamleta we wsi Gżucha Dolna») где она играла Офелию-Андзей, был включён в золотой фонд театрального телевидения. Также снялась в сериалах «Злотопольцы» («Zlotopolscy»), «Отец Матвей», («Ojciec Mateusz»), «Супер на каблуках» («Klasa na obcasach»).

Успех в кино обрела благодаря режиссеру Оливеру Стоуну, который снял ее в своем фильме «Джон Ф. Кеннеди. Выстрелы в Далласе» в роли Марины Освальд, жены предполагаемого убийцы президента Кеннеди Ли Харви Освальда, которого сыграл Гари Олдмен. «Джон Ф. Кеннеди. Выстрелы в Далласе» был номинирован на Оскар. Этот фильм открыл Беате дорогу в Голливуд.

Беата Позняк известна исполнением сложных и противоречивых ролей, таких как революционерка в «Хрониках молодого Индианы Джонса» или врач из сериала «Мелроуз-Плейс», вышедшая замуж за гея.

За роль Сюзанны Люченко, первой женщины-президента мира в фантастическом сериале «Вавилон 5», Беата получила номинацию на премию Эмми.

Озвучила персонажа Скарлет для видео-игры Mortal Kombat 11.

Фильмография
 1979 — Жестяной барабан
 1981 — Человек из железа
 1986 — Хроника любовных происшествий
 1991 — Джон Ф. Кеннеди. Выстрелы в Далласе
 1992 — Без ума от тебя
 1992 — Хроники молодого Индианы Джонса
 1992 — Мелроуз-Плейс
 1993 — Дикие пальмы
 1997 — Военно-юридическая служба
 1997 — Тёмные небеса
 1997 — Вавилон-5
 1997 — Золотые крылья Пенсаколы

Примечания

Ссылки

Выпускники Киношколы в Лодзи
Родившиеся в 1960 году
Родившиеся 30 апреля
Актрисы Польши
Актрисы США
Родившиеся в Гданьске
Киноактрисы Польши

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaWikipedia


When students apply to writing services and ask for professional assistance, they certainly expect to get great academic content. They trust those writers and hope to impress their professors with the academic papers received. The quality of texts strongly depends on expert's language knowledge. Writing services look for native English speakers because the importance of clear texts is obvious. Besides, it cares about its reputation. If a writer wants to be employed, he/she has to pass exams and tests. They help employers to see language aptitude of the candidate. He/she has to show the highest results. Customers are expecting to get texts, which don't include grammar, tense, spelling or structure mistakes.
Besides, native English speakers know all the language nuances and writing standards. They create logical structures of sentences and paragraphs. Only a person with exceptional language knowledge can provide logical analysis of existing problems and offer right solutions. If a writer doesn't know rules, the writing service can't provide high quality. Many companies hire candidates from all over the world, but don't check their English. That's why there are so many services, which can't satisfy needs of their customers. Native English speakers perfectly write such papers as: reports, reviews, cover letters, dissertations, research papers, dissertations, presentations, bibliography etc.


Though only six players will return to the girls' tennis team, the team hopes to advance into the finals again and this time, go all the way.
Last season, the girls' tennis team broke every school record and fell short in the finals by one match.
This season, the team has fewer seniors to lead the team than they did last season. However, they believe they can still have a successful season.
The squad has been working on specific strategies and different aspects of their play to improve before the season begins.
The season will start off Tuesday with a game against Valencia. However, the squad is anticipating their game against Peninsula, their biggest competitor, on Sept. 21. Last season, the team fell to Peninsula in the CIF Finals, losing 10-8 to the Panthers.
Apart from working on improving the level of play on the court, the squad is looking to enhance their teamwork and ability to work together.


Growth requires a strong framework, and our seasoned team members are here to help you define the path forward. A part-time CFO immediately helps you focus on key financials rather than getting lost in the daily operational details of your business. The A Team Executives will get to know you and your business, offering strategic guidance, feedback to improve your margins, and financial projections, reporting, and budgeting. We can assist with board meetings and present your business' financials in a clear and compelling way. You can focus on the message while we take care of the details.
You'll benefit from our experience. Our Executive team members joined after many years in both public and private sector business, including professional services, nonprofits, apparel, manufacturing, technology companies, real estate, wholesale/distribution, internet retailers and more. We've been business leaders, and now we're focusing on helping you lead your business.
Flexibility is one of our core values. Our CFOs tailor solutions and provide information customized to your requests. We provide high level expertise on a part-time basis, offering the support needed for every stage of your business.
Translator to the outside world.
Strong CFOs have a range of skills that go beyond accounting basics. Our Executives are business strategists that will assess the best way to translate your top-level information to investors, bankers, CPAs, board members and those involved in your company's decision-making process. We speak their language – and yours too. The A Team has a vast network of professionals to connect you with as your business and need grows.
It is so important for small, growing businesses to have access to high level financial expertise at all stages of growth. The outsourced CFO model offered the value and flexibility we needed; while allowing us, at our own pace, to grow to the next level of hiring a full-time CFO.
Need a full-time team member? Not sure how to create a job ad or look for accounting and finance specific roles? We've got you covered. Whether you have outgrown our part-time services or are looking to hire full-time upfront, we will help you find, connect with, close, and transition your new team member.


This 8x10 photo of Kylo Ren as he hunts for Rey and BB-8 in the forest of Takodana has been personally hand-signed by Mr. Driver during his signing with Celebrity Authentics. The First Order and the Resistance race to locate the map pieces that will lead to Luke Skywalker's location in this chapter of the Star Wars saga. Photo ships affixed with the Celebrity Authentics serial-numbered and tamper evident Authentication Hologram and includes Celebrity Authentics Certificate of Authenticity featuring a picture of Mr. Driver signing the photo.


text:
"We set 20 stunt performers on fire in a single shot" - 6 things we learnt about Game of Thrones season 7, episode 4's fiery battle
By Bradley Russell 2017-08-08T09:35:51Z News
Game of Thrones season 7 has brought its A-game with big battles this season but none have topped the fiery effort from Game of Thrones season 7, episode 4. The director of that skirmish has opened up on the ins-and-outs of producing such an intense scene, and whether he'll be back to direct another jaw-dropping, heart-stopping, dragon-bopping battle.
Why Pompeii was important
Director Matt Shakman told Variety that, for Drogon's explosive attack, the team looked back, way back, for influences. "So we looked a lot at Pompeii as reference," Shakman explains, "Which led to the idea of people just turning to ash in an instant. The people on the edge of the fire are cooking in their armor and rushing to the water to try to save themselves. But the people in the middle, their humanity is just gone in an instant." Ouch.
A flaming world record
You may have noticed a lot of people being immolated during the carnage and chaos of Drogon's assault. What you may not have realised is that the brave stuntmen becoming human fireballs broke a few world records, as Shakman reveals to Inverse: "We set 20 stunt performers on fire in a single shot — which I understand is the record. The total number of stunt performers burned in the sequence is around 63, which is also a record for total number of burns in a sequence."
Wondering why the scene didn't stick to one main character POV?
Allegiances were torn for the entirety of the 13-minute stretch from Dothraki ambush to Jaime's plunge to the depths, not least of all Tyrion Lannister. Shakman wanted to reflect that on-screen and so chose to split his time between several fan-favourites.
"In this collision of all these people that we love and have been rooting for and have been following, that any one of them could die at any minute… I think the goal always was to keep the possibility of death imminent." Well. Mission accomplished.
Just how powerful is Drogon?
In the world of Westeros there aren't many forces that can initiate a scorched earth policy as literally as Drogon can, and Shakman sees the dragon's introduction onto the battlefield as a watershed moment, comparing it to a few modern-day destructive forces, "[Drogon's appearance is] when the war changes forever, to see the shift from traditional fighting to what a dragon brings — introducing napalm or an atom bomb into the fighting."
How other Thrones battles influenced Dany's assault
Thrones has a long and storied history of gigantic battles – think Blackwater Bay, Hardhome and Battle of the Bastards – and Shakman even took inspiration from the latter pair when constructing his cacophony of chaos: "I love Hardhome. I think Miguel Sapochnik did an unbelievable job on that. I looked at that quite a few times while I was prepping. I also looked at the Battle of the Bastards from last year." I think Shakman may have topped the lot, though…
So, any hints about Jaime's fate?
No, sorry. Shakman says the final shot of the episode was taken from the script "with Jaime sinking into the deep" being close to showrunners Dan Weiss and D.B Benioff's vision. As for who rescued him from a dragon-y doom, Shakman revealed to IGN that all will be made clear, even if it didn't come across as intended in the final cut, "Not so much, no. That was not as intended [not knowing who saved Jaime], but I think you will also get clarity on that later."
There's always next week because – hey, would you look at that – Matt Shakman is directing that too!
Images: HBO
Game of Thrones TV show

redpajama_set_name: RedPajamaCommonCrawl


text:
Home World News Victoria Beckham regarding Brooklyn marriage to Nicola
Victoria Beckham regarding Brooklyn marriage to Nicola
Victoria Beckham has made it clear how she feels about Brooklyn Peltz Beckham marrying Nicola, her son.
Nicola, a Transformers actress, and the former Spice Girls singer Brooklyn reportedly had a fight that started at Brooklyn and Nicola's wedding in April 2022. However, VB dismissed those rumors when she appeared on Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast in December. Victoria Beckham regarding Brooklyn marriage
The topic of her son's and his new wife's struggles with life in the spotlight came up during a conversation about VB's morning sickness while she was pregnant with Brooklyn and on tour with the Spice Girls.
Despite their sweetness, he is young.
Given her own high-profile marriage to footballer David Beckham, Victoria was asked if she was "trying to give advice on fame." She said that she supports Brooklyn and Nicola. "I think it all comes down to communication because we are so close to our children. You are simply attempting to support your children and be the best parent you can be.
"You maintain that they should be blissful, diligent, great, kind individuals, at the end of the day, you know, the children must do what they will do. The fashion designer said, "You just have to be there to support them and love them."
On April 9, Victoria Beckham regarding Brooklyn marriage tied the knot in Palm Beach, Florida, at her family's $103 million (£76 million) oceanfront residence. Nicola wore a simple floor-length gown designed by Valentino's Pierpaolo Piccioli, surprising some fans who assumed she would choose her outfit from her mother-in-law. Brooklyn looked dapper in his custom Dior suit from Kim Jones.
Addressing Assortment, the model explained that she didn't dismiss the possibility of Victoria planning her wedding outfit. " She stated, "I had to pick another dress because she realized that her atelier couldn't do it." "I was going to and I really wanted to."
She added, "When it comes to the rumored "feud," She did not prohibit you from wearing it; I did not state that I would not wear it. That was the beginning, and from there, they carried on. Are you planning a wedding? Subscribe to HELLO! Subscribe to the Bride Guide newsletter to receive real-life wedding inspiration, expert advice, and assistance with your budget. World News Spot Live
Brooklyn marriage
Victoria Beckham regarding Brooklyn marriage
Previous articleSalman Khan once explained why he chooses to dress normally
Next articlelarge furniture in living rooms is taking over.
Biden Is Wary of Getting Involved in a Possible Sept. 11 Plea Deal
Toyota Corolla Best Honda Civic For First Time in 24 Years
Bill Gates says of global heating below 1.5C but nuclear tech 'promising' in a climate crisis
Effective marketing in a world that is changing: how brands can...
At a concert in Lahore, Bohemia gives Sidhu Moosewala a sincere...
Many see a real problem as sports betting in Africa.


This entry was posted on Wednesday, March 12th, 2014 at 11:29 pm	and is filed under Accidents and Claims. You can follow any comments to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a comment, or trackback from your own site.


// HTML 5 Geolocation API are not supported by this browser.
The browser uses IP address and nearby wireless access points, and send to reliable location services (e.g Google Location Services) to determines the longitude and latitude. The accuracy defers from place to place.


text:
Posts Tagged 'triple crown'
Triple Crown winner Chuck Klein with a bunch of bats
So far I've said little about Miguel Cabrera's Triple Crown. I tend to worry more about old-time baseball than about the current season, but congratulations are certainly in order. With Detroit still alive in the playoffs he has a chance to do something that's only been done twice.
Over the years a hitting Triple Crown has been accomplished 16 times. Only twice has the Triple Crown winners team also won the World Series. Here's a quick review of each Triple Crown winner and where his team finished.
1878–Paul Hines won the Triple Crown for Providence. They finished third in the National League.
1887–Tip O'Neill won the Triple Crown for St. Louis of the American Association (a major league at the time). The team finished first and played a 15 game postseason series against Detroit of the National League (sort of a primitive World Series). They lost 10 games to 5.
1901–Napoleon LaJoie won the Triple Crown for the Philadelphia Athletics. They finished fourth in the fledgling American League.
1909–Ty Cobb won the Triple Crown at Detroit. The Tigers dropped the World Series to Pittsburgh in seven games.
1922 and 1925–Rogers Hornsby won the Triple Crown while with St. Louis. The Cardinals finished third in 1922 and fourth in 1925. Hornsby became the only player to win a Triple Crown and hit .400 in the same season. He did it both times.
1933–both leagues had a Triple Crown winner (only time that's happened). Chuck Klein won the NL Triple Crown for the seventh place Phillies, while Jimmie Foxx won the AL Triple Crown for the third place Athletics. As a bit of trivia, both Triple Crown winners played in Philadelphia.
1934–Lou Gehrig won the Triple Crown in one of the few years the Yankees didn't finish first. They finished second.
1937–Joe Medwick won the last NL Triple Crown for the Cardinals. They rewarded him with a fourth place finish.
1942 and 1947–Ted Williams won the Triple Crown in both seasons. His Boston team finished second in '42 and third in '47.
1956–Mickey Mantle became the second Yankee Triple Crown winner and first Triple Crown winner to have his team (the Yankees) win the World Series.
1966–Frank Robinson became the second (with Baltimore). Robinson also became the first (and so far only) black player to win a Triple Crown.
1967 –Carl Yastrzemski won the Triple Crown with Boston, but the Red Sox lost the World Series in seven games to the Cardinals.
Pitching Triple Crown winners are both more common and have won more frequently. Here's a list of the pitchers who won both the pitching Triple Crown and the World Series (1800s version or modern version): Tommy Bond in 1877 (there was no postseason play that season but Bond's Boston team took first place in the regular season), Charles Radbourne in 1884, Tim Keefe in 1888, Christy Mathewson in 1905, Walter Johnson in 1924, Lefty Grove in 1930, Lefty Gomez in 1937, Hal Newhouser in 1945, Sandy Koufax in both 1963 and 1965.
All that indicates that winning a Triple Crown (either variety) is no predictor of success in the postseason. Still, I think I'd rather win one than not.
Tags:Carl Yastrzemzki, Charles Radbourne, Christy Mathewson, Chuck Klein, Frank Robinson, Hal Newhouser, Jimmie Foxx, Joe Medwick, Lefty Gomez, Lefty Grove, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Miguel Cabrera, Napoleon LaJoie, Paul Hines, Rogers Hornsby, Sandy Koufax, Ted Williams, Tim Keefe, Tip O'Neill, Tommy Bond, triple crown, Ty Cobb, Walter Johnson
The Woodstock Wonder
Tip O'Neill in 1889 (2 years removed from his Triple Crown)
Canada is not really famous as a hotbed of baseball. It's much more noted for hockey. But over the century and a half of Major League Baseball, there have been a number of quality players from Canada. Tip O'Neill was one of the best.
For Americans "Tip O'Neill" conjures up the political leader of the 1970s and 1980s. He was from Massachusetts and served as Speaker of the House. According to my research, his dad was a baseball fan and his nickname for his son Thomas was "Tip" in honor of the Woodstock Wonder.
James O'Neill (the ballplayer, not the politician) was born in 1858 in Springfield, Ontario, Canada which is near Woodstock (and let's admit it, "Springfield Wonder" just doesn't have the same ring). He was a natural and by 1878 was pitching for his local team, the Woodstock Actives (the family apparently had homes in both towns). He was good enough to get the attention of the New York Gothams, who signed him in 1883. He went 5-12 with a 4 ERA, walked more than he struck out, and hit all of a buck 97. Needless to say, he didn't stick around.
The still struggling American Association (formed in 1882) was trying to establish itself as a true rival to the powerful National League in 1884. The team in St. Louis, the Browns (now the Cardinals), needed help and picked up O'Neill as both a pitcher and an outfielder. He went 11-4 as a pitcher, hit .276 (second on the team), and found himself becoming the regular left fielder. He blossomed during the next several seasons becoming one of the best players in the AA and helped lead his team to postseason play in 1885, '86, '87, and 1888. In 1886 he led the Association in RBIs. He was also adept at "tipping" balls for fouls until he got the pitch he wanted, leading to the "Tip" nickname.
His career year was 1887. He hit .435, had 14 home runs, and 123 RBIs to win the Association's Triple Crown (the only Association player to win one). Additionally he led the league in doubles with 52, triples with 19, hits with 225, 357 total bases, and runs with 167. No other player in Major League history has ever led the league in all those categories in the same season. It was the first time someone had slugged 50 doubles. He also had 50 walks, which at the time were counted as hits, giving him an average of .492 (the .435 is without the walks and is now considered the official average for the season). His modern numbers included an OBP of .490, a slugging percentage of .691, an OPS of 1.180, and an OPS+ of 213. All led the league. He also hit for the cycle twice in the 1887 season.
He led the Association in both hits and average the next season, then continued to hit .300 or better for three more years. He never again had 50 doubles (his peak was 33). He had double figure home runs (10) and triple digit RBIs (110) once more each.
In 1890 he jumped to the Player's League where he hit .302 and led the league in games played. When the league folded after one season, O'Neill went back to St. Louis for one last decent season, then finished his career in Cincinnati in 1892. He hit .250 and retired.
His numbers are good. For his career he hit .326, had an OBP of .392, slugged .458, for an OPS of .851 (OPS+ 144). He hit 52 home runs, 92 triples, and 222 doubles in 1385 hits (1947 total bases). He scored 879 runs and knocked in 757 in 1052 games. In postseason play he hit only .240, but had 5 home runs and 25 RBIs in a win, two losses, and a tied series.
After retirement, O'Neill stayed in baseball. He was President of the Western League and promoted baseball in Canada. He was killed in a streetcar accident 31 December 1915 in Quebec. He was inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in the first class (1983) and the Hall's award to the best Canadian ballplayer is named for O'Neill.
With the possible exception of Cy Young, every 19th Century player is obscure, especially Association players. Most fans don't even know the American Association was ever a Major League. So O'Neill falls victim to the double problem of playing forever ago and playing for a league no one knows existed. Still he was a heck of a player and one I'd vote to send to Cooperstown (You know, you can make a pretty fair team out of non-Hall of Fame 19th Century players). He wouldn't be my first choice (Deacon White would be) but he'd be way high up the food chain.
Tags:American Association (ML), St. Louis Browns, Tip O'Neill, triple crown
Triple Crown, II
Following up on the last post about the hitting triple crown, I want to look at the two triple crown winners of the 19th Century. I would wager they are the most obscure of the entire lot of triple crown winners.
In 1894 Boston outfielder Hugh Duffy won the first triple crown in National League history. His numbers are in a bit of dispute, especially his batting average. No one disputes that whatever the numbers, Duffy wins the triple crown. Duffy was the center fielder for the Boston team in 1894. He hit .440 (All numbers in this post from Nemec's book. Other sources give numbers that are slightly different.) with 18 home runs and 145 RBIs. His closest competitors were Ed Delahanty and Sam Thompson at Philadelphia who both hit .407, Bill Joyce at Washington and Duffy's teammate Bobby Lowe who both had 17 home runs, and Thompson who had 141 RBI. So Duffy wins the triple crown, but doesn't run away with anything except the batting title. With only one Major League in 1894, he stands alone atop the lists. What did it get his team? Third place behind John McGraw's Baltimore Orioles and Monte Ward's Giants.
The other 19th Century triple crown occurs way back in 1887, when pitchers were still pitching at 55′. That alone makes it unique. There were two leagues, the National League and the American Association. As a rule most scholars see the Association as the weaker of the two leagues, and in 1887 Detroit of the NL wins the "World Series". But the great individual season took place in the Association. James Edward "Tip" O'Neill (as far as I know, no kin of the late 20th Century American politician) played left field for the St. Louis Browns (now called the Cardinals). He'd been there since 1884 playing splendidly in each year except his first. In 1887 he peaked. He hit .435 with 14 home runs, and 123 RBIs. Additionally he slugged .692, had 19 triples, 52 doubles, 167 runs scored, 225 hits, 357 total bases, an on base percentage of .490, and an OPS of 1181. All those numbers led the Association. He won the batting title by 33 points, the home run title by four, and the RBI title by only five. In other words, O'Neill had a heck of a year. He led his team to the Association pennant, then had a weak series against National League champ Detroit in the postseason. He hit .200 with one home run (half the Browns' total), and five RBI's in 15 games.
For all that excellence O'Neill has a tainted triple crown. His batting average leads the majors, but his 14 home runs would be tied for fourth in the National League (Bill O'Brien at Washington had 19) and his RBI total would be second in the National League behind Sam Thompson's 166.
Both Duffy, who is a Hall of Famer, and O'Neill who isn't, had excellent seasons (O'Neill is the only triple crown winner not in the Hall). Both are now largely forgotten, proving that winning the triple crown doesn't guarantee a player eternal renown. Maybe it should.
Triple Crowns by team (using modern team name): Cardinals 4 (O'Neill, both Hornsby, Medwick), Red Sox 3 ( both Williams, Yastrzemski), Yankees 2 (Gehrig, Mantle), Braves 1 (Duffy), Tigers 1 (Cobb), Athletics 1 (Foxx), Phillies 1 (Klein), Orioles 1 (Robinson).
By position: Left Field 5 (O'Neill, Medwick, both Williams, Yastrzemski); Center Field 3 (Duffy,Cobb, Mantle); Right Field 2 (Klein, Robinson); Second Base 2 (both Hornsby); First Base 2 (Foxx, Gehrig); Shortstop. Third Base, Catcher, Pitcher 0.
By Decade: 1870s-none, 1880s-1, 1890s-1, 1900s-1, 1910s-none, 1920s-2, 1930s-4, 1940s-2, 1950s-1, 1960s-2, 1970s-2010-none.
Tags:Bill O'Brien, Hugh Duffy, Sam Thompson, Tip O'Neill, triple crown
Posted in Baseball | Comments Off on Triple Crown, II
Triple Crown, I
When I think of Triple Crown, my first thought, believe it or don't, is of horse racing. Watching Secretariat come down the stretch in the Belmont is still the most amazing thing I ever saw in sports. But baseball also has its triple crown, actually two of them: one in pitching, one in hitting. I want to look at the hitting ones.
One thing I find interesting is that Stone Age baseball produces four triple crowns, while Classical baseball (1920-1945) gives us seven, and the post-Classical baseball world gives us four again, none since 1967. I understand part of the reason that modern baseball doesn't get triple crowns. The more teams you have the more players are in line for a shot at one. That means it's more likely they will knock each other off. The greatest player (non-pitcher) I ever saw was Ted Williams and that at the tail end of his career, so perhaps the best I ever saw at his peek was either Hank Aaron or Willie Mays. Neither ever wins one. Why? Well, among other things they have to beat out Roberto Clemente, Ernie Banks, Roy Campanella, Eddie Mathews and a bunch of other people at various times. Additionally, as they get into some of the most productive years of their career baseball goes into one of the greatest of pitching periods. You try winning a triple crown when you have to face Drysdale, Gibson, Koufax, and Marichal. (At least in Mays' case Marichal is on his team). I've been sure for a while that a significant reason the last two triple crowns come in the AL is that neither Frank Robinson nor Carl Yastrzemski has to face Drysdale, Gibson, Koufax, or Marichal on a regular basis.
A number of people never win a triple crown, despite leading their league in all three categories at one time or the other. Babe Ruth is one of those. In 1924 he loses the RBI title by eight to Goose Goslin of Washington. It's the only year Ruth wins the batting title. He hits .376, which ties for the lowest average to win the title in the 1920s. Jimmie Foxx and Joe DiMaggio are among others who suffer the same fate (although Foxx does ultimately win one).
Additionally, you can look at a handful of the existing triple crowns and argue they are tainted. In two cases, Joe Medwick in 1937 and Yastrzemski in 1967, they tie for the league lead in home runs (Mel Ott and Harmon Killebrew). So they don't really stand alone at the top of the stats.
Of the other 20th Century triple crowns six more are tainted because the individual would not have finished first in all three categories had he been in the other league. In 1901 Nap LaJoie loses the home run title to Sam Crawford. In 1922 Rogers Hornsby loses the RBI title to Ken Wiliams. In 1933 Jmmie Foxx and Chuck Klein both win the triple crown, but knock each other off when Foxx has more home runs, but Klein has the higher batting average. In 1947 Ted Williams loses the home run title to a tie between Ralph Kiner and Johnny Mize. Finally in 1966 Matty Alou puts up a better batting average than Frank Robinson. That leaves five true triple crowns (number one in all the Major Leagues in batting average, RBIs and home runs) in the 20th Century: Ty Cobb in 1909, Rogers Hornsby in 1925, Lou Gehrig in 1934, Ted Williams in 1942, and Mickey Mantle in 1956.
There are two 19th Century triple crowns. I'm saving them for the next post.
Tags:Babe Ruth, Carl Yastrzemski, Chuck Klein, Frank Robinson, Jimmie Foxx, Joe DiMaggio, Joe Medwick, Johnny Mize, Ken Williams, Lou Gehrig, Matty Alou, Mickey Mantle, Nap LaJoie, Ralph Kiner, Rogers Hornsby, Sam Crawford, Ted Williams, triple crown, Ty Cobb, Willie Mays


text:
You are here: Home / Blog / Prediction: Clive Palmer will be PM!
Prediction: Clive Palmer will be PM!
May 2, 2019 by Jon Giaan
The most boring election ever just got a little bit more interesting.
Clive Palmer is going to be Prime Minister of Australia. There. I said it. I'm making the call.
Ok, it's not going to be this election. And realistically, he's got such a long way to go it's probably not going to happen.
But I think we need to start taking The Clive seriously.
Ok, at this point I reckon three quarters of you are thinking, "Look out. Jon's on the kambo again. He's really lost it this time."
"There's no way that buffoon is going to achieve anything."
But right now, with arguably the most charismatic buffoon ever in charge of the White House, I don't actually think it's my case to make. This is the age of the buffoon. Clive Palmer fits the bill perfectly.
But being a buffoon, just as it was for Trump, is actually a strength, not a weakness.
I mean take this bit of graffiti some frustrated inner-city graphic designers got up to over the weekend, defacing one of Clive's Billboards.
Ok, I'll be honest. I laughed. This is pretty funny, but mostly because it's such a ridiculous thing to do to a political poster. If there's a subtle point about Palmer's political philosophy, it's lost on me.
Two things I'd say about this. One, vandalising political posters isn't cool, and it's kind of typical of the thought-police censorship that "progressives" are becoming notorious for.
I mean, imagine the uproar if it was a Greens poster. Like, what if I did this:
Ok, wait. I didn't do anything to that poster. It's real (from NZ).
But the point is, you don't like Clive. Sure. He's an idiot. Fine. But does that give you the right shut-him down?
The second point is, does this hurt Clive? Does it make him look foolish? Does it make him seem less electable to the people who were possibly going to vote for him.
No. Not at all.
This doesn't touch Clive. When you are so over-the-top that you are practically a caricature already, this kind of stuff doesn't touch you. It didn't hurt the Donald and it won't hurt the Clive.
(It's kind of like a magic power.)
The other criticism I'm hearing is that he's importing Trump-style politics, and it won't work in Australia.
But this isn't an accidental tactic. This is a deliberate strategy, and I reckon it's strong.
And really, you've got to think about this from a business perspective. Businesses import successful business models from other countries all the time. For some venture capitalists, that is literally all they do. Clive is just doing the exact same thing.
He's taking the Trump political/business model, and repackaging it for Australia. It's the same pitch to the same marginalised and forgotten voters, from a similar personality, with literally the exact same slogan.
That's not an accident and it's not laziness. He's doing it because it's a proven model.
And I've watched a handful of his campaign videos. They're good. Not good as in "I'm sold and I'm going to vote for him" but good in the sense that they're tight, well-pitched and professional.
I mean take the one from Palmer's candidate for Abbott's seat of Warringah. She's impressive and genuine.
Or take the one from a candidate they call "Dave the Builder". He's put on a nice shirt, but then for some reason thrown a high-vis vest over the top. It's like a casting agency was given a brief for "most two-dimensional Aussie stereotype possible", but when he says, "Let's give these mugs a thong-slap," I'm there screaming "Good-on ya Dave."
To some people this is just going to seem like a farce. And they're the same people who just couldn't understand how Donald Trump got elected.
Palmer has picked his mark, targeted his base, pitched it perfectly and has a business model with runs on the board.
To me, that means he's a force to be reckoned with.
Australia, are you ready for The Clive?
Filed Under: Blog, Global Affairs, Social
The secret reason this election is so boring says:
[…] week I joked that I thought Clive Palmer was going to be Prime Minister. People asked me if I was […]


We were still a bit tired; in the distance, we could already see the massive road bridge SS13 and attached railway bridge with its 34 stone pillars; we ignited the fire and roasted some garlic bread – a real travelers breakfast.
It was time to get going. Both of us were a bit sad because we already reached the last full day on the Tagliamento.
The stream was getting smaller and smaller we had to get out of the raft every few kilometers, to pass shallow water. At road bridge SP95 "Ponte di Madrisio," the Tagliamento narrows to a single arm. A beautiful river landscape with high-shores. The current nearly disappears, and the riverbed becomes increasingly sandy. Unfortunately, there is also a lot of garbage at the side of the river.
We were still not sure if we should paddle close to Latisana and fetch the train early in the morning or take it slow and drive home during midday the next day.
At this stage, the Tagliamento is passable the entire year. We decided to look for a campsite and called it a day.
A vast empty sandbank was already waiting for us… Both of us were looking forward to a hot warm shower and a warm comfy bed. The hot campfire with its direction changing fume wasn't helping our freshness; we went to bed at 9:00 pm.


Beginning in October 1837, violence broke out in Lower Canada's countryside.
In the county of Two Mountains and in the Richelieu Valley, Patriotes harassed local officials who refused to join them.
At the same time, the unrest was spreading in Upper Canada.
"(The) revolutionists are running over a large section of the country armed and menacing every individual who hesitates to join them. (...) If we neglect to profit by the offers from the Upper Province and those of the inhabitants of Montreal to assist by raising corps, while we permit the declared revolutionists to arm quietly, we shall lose the Province."
In Montreal, the arrival of soldiers from the neighbouring colonies heightened the tension.
The Patriote leaders retreated to their strongholds: Saint-Benoît and Saint-Eustache in the county of Two Mountains, or Saint-Denis and Saint-Charles in the Richelieu Valley.
Among them was Louis-Joseph Papineau.
"The civil authorities (...) have called for the military to assist them in apprehending these persons (...). It is of the greatest importance to drag the leaders of the revolt from their meeting places."
General Colborne ordered troops into the Richelieu Valley.


Phyllis passed away peacefully on May 17, 2006 at Bastion Place in Salmon Arm, BC at the age of 86 years. Predeceased by her husband Tom of 68 years in March of 2004 and her son in law Dutch Wicklund in December 2004. She is survived by her children Rena (Hank) Schmidt of SSSSan Diego, Ruby Wicklund of Salmon Arm and Roy (Lucy) Churchill of Surrey, four sisters Rose, Ruth, June and Amy and their families. She also leaves to cherish her memory ten grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren plus a huge extended family and lots of friends.
Phyllis worked for years as a hair dresser in Vernon, BC. Tom and her moved to Chase, BC for a few years before retiring in Sorrento, BC in the early 70's. They had a million dollar view of the Shuswap Lake and Copper Island but had to haul water, it was a sore spot with her but she loved it up there. Selling the place in June last year, she moved to Salmon Arm. She was in her own place for a while until failing health put her in Bastion Place. The family would like to thank all the staff for the love and caring they gave to her in her final months. You made her feel at home and for that we will always be grateful.
There will be a celebration of life tea on June 3, 2006 at Fischer's Funeral Services, 4060 1st Ave. SW, Salmon Arm at 2:00 p.m. No flowers please, by request. Donations to Bastion Place, c/o Shuswap Lake Health Care Foundation Society, Box 265, Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 4N3 in Phyllis's memory would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to Fischer's Funeral Services & Crematorium Ltd., Salmon Arm, (250) 833-1129, fischers@sunwave.net.


Water treatment company adds industry veteran to provide technical insight and develop customer relationships.
BlueInGreen has named Billy Ammons as its Technical Services Manager. With over 35 years of experience in the water treatment industry, Ammons will offer valuable technical insight to optimize product development and expansion, as well as oversee key customer relationships on behalf of the company.


Barrette, Crossing, Equalling, Half-Round, Round Edge Joint, Knife, Marking, Round, Slitting, Square, Three-Square, and Warding.
Quitting Clomid how long after side effects? clomid fertility interaction with alcohol. What is better clomiphene or cialis user reviews. Side effects of Clomid generic. clomid side effects. Cheap clomid 50 mg. ? Generic Clomid without a doctor prescription reviews. Clomiphene Citrate online store reviews and from canada reviews. Drinking alcohol and taking Clomiphene Citrate? Clomiphene dosage reviews.
Artco Wire Cup Brush - 5/8'' dia.


The BT-Pro is a Bluetooth® direct box designed to capture the wireless transmission from a Bluetooth® enabled device and convert the signal to a balanced line for use in a PA or recording system. It employs an innovative T-shaped access cavity behind which is located the antenna. This is protected by a milled insert made from Sintra® – a rugged closed-cell PVC - that permits the wireless transmission signal to pass without interference, allowing reception distances to 20 meters (60') under ideal conditions.


text:
Home	Queries	Contact Us
The Foundation in the media
Legal Status and Mission Statement
The Library and Collections
Collections of Monographs
Collections of Periodicals
Collections of Theses
Collections of Manuscripts and lithographs
Access to Collections
Events: Symposium
Events: a book and an author
Support Program for Young Researchers
Next publications
Report 2017 / 2018
Summaries of journals
Moroccan Archives
Postcards and photos
Foundation Catalog Maghreb Catalog WorldCat Ibn Rochd, Digital Library Multimedia
Averroes' middle commentaries on Aristotle's "Categories " and "De interpretatione"
Princeton : Princeton University Press, cop. 1983
Its Birth
King Abdul-Aziz Al Saoud Foundation for Islamic Studies and Human Sciences was founded in the early 1980s and opened its doors to the readers in summer 1985 so as to fill the gap felt by researchers, university students and even professionals in terms of the availability of documents in the fields of Islamic Studies and Human and Social Sciences.
The Foundation devoted the first years of the setting up of its library to the constitution of a first core of documents (monographs and periodicals) according to an encyclopedic logic aiming at providing the classics and the encyclopedias belonging to the different fields covered by the acquisition charter. The Foundation managed to provide 60.000 references in the main working languages (Arabic, French and English).
Its Policy of Establishing and Enriching Collections
The following up by the library's departments of the global academic and scientific production in its fields of interest and supplying to its readers the best documents is, indeed, a good approach. The Administrative Board has, nevertheless, seen it fit to adopt a new policy of collections establishment pointing at making the library the main reference in studies relative to the Maghreb and the Muslim West in the past and in the present. Therefore, the Foundation pursued at the beginning of 1989 a procedure consisting in acquiring the maximum of documents pertaining to this space, literary works inclusive. And since the library is designed for the academia, researchers, university students and professionals, the Foundation does not purchase textbooks and global literary works, etc. (see the acquisition charter)
In order to implement this policy, the Foundation has gradually enhanced its staff capabilities, mobilized mechanisms and established a relational network with librarians, publishers, distributors and others in order to collect the maximum of information on what happens in the world of the book and then select what corresponds to its acquisition policy. The Foundation has also established, during the almost quarter of a century of its activity, an interesting relational network with scientific and library institutions all over the world. This network plays an important role in enriching the library's collections through exchange and gifts.
The Foundation's library did not settle for purchasing printed documents and microforms, it also accompanied the contemporary evolution of the new forms of publication and the circulation of texts and information. Thus, it worked on constituting a digital library by subscribing to textual databases accessible through Internet or Cd-Roms.
Thereby, the Foundation's library has become a reference to academicians and researchers who wants to refer not only to documents on the Maghrebian space, the Muslim West and the Arab Islamic World, but also to the latest theoretical and methodological publications in the fields of Human and Social Sciences.
In order to be in phase with the continuous evolution of information and communication technologies especially in the field of libraries and information management, the Foundation library's management system continued to develop remarkably across four stages:
Stage 1: Databases Management Systems with a Centralized Structure: MINISIS
Purchasing MINISIS was the Foundation's first experience in terms of automating the different operations of cataloging, indexing and classifying. The Foundation opted for this system in view of its ability to process the Arabic sign.
MINISIS allowed the Foundation to constitute its first monographs and periodicals database called Mawsu'a. It equally allowed the establishment of a second database specialized in studies relevant to the Maghreb and its geographical, historical and cultural environment: IbnRuchd. However, the weaknesses of this system, which indeed paid many services to the Foundation during the first years of its setting up, started to hinder the Foundation's activities as time went on especially with respect to budget management, use of the databases, the quick access to bibliographical information, etc. Thus, the Foundation was urged to think of an alternative.
Stage 2: Temporary Solutions
The alternative system was supposed to meet a number of principles:
- the principle of linguistic diversity, able to process different languages, Arabic inclusive;
- the principle of integration, that is comprising integrated systems of acquisition, indexation, periodicals and circulation;
- the principle of openness, by enabling the exchange of bibliographical data;
- the principle of information circulation, so as to allow the extraction and the circulation of the bibliographical information; and finally
- the principle of economy, as it is supposed to meet the best value for money.
While waiting to receive a satisfactory bid, the Foundation opted for some temporary solutions. It resorted to the databases engine SQL Server installed on Windows NT and to Access database and Visual Basic as client stations.
Stage 3: Stabilization and Rationalization of the Information System Elements
During the first five years of this century, the Foundation entered a third stage which consists in focusing on enriching and improving the databases: establishing authority files, corporate author files and files for collections and publishers. The Foundation also reprogrammed Ibn Rushd thesaurus and programmed DDC tools. These achievements were crowned by the launching of the Website of King Abdul-Aziz Al Saoud Foundation for Islamic Studies and Human Sciences endowed with an online catalog (OPAC) and the edition of two Cd-Roms; one in 2005 entitled Maghreb Index, devoted to studies relative to the Maghreb and its geographical, historical and cultural environment, and another in 2007 devoted to Arabic translations entitled: Translation of Human and Social Sciences in Contemporary Arab World.
As time went on, acquiring an integrated and modern information system has become a must especially with the rapid evolution of NICT and the necessity for the Foundation and its library to integrate the information and libraries network as it allows information exchange and guarantees economy in its production.
The Foundation resorted to a company specialized in information systems to audit its system and thus help it decide whether to rely on the internal system of the Foundation or to buy a ready-made system. The audit stressed the achievements fulfilled internally in terms of computer, documentation and informational know-how and more particularly in terms of dealing with the Arabic character. It equally emphasized the necessity of moving to a higher level.
It was, then, necessary to opt for one of two solutions: to proceed with the policy of internal development, even if it requires resorting to a company specialized in softwares, which will grant the Foundation an autonomy vis-à-vis software producers and will guarantee the continuity of its services, or to help itself with the softwares available in the market and which offer the latest inventions of the information and communication technology, it will therefore need to prepare precise specifications.
Stage 4: Horizon/Symphony Information System
After studying the proposals received from editors and software companies, experiencing some of them internally and externally and following up their evolution, the Foundation decided to acquire the 8th edition of Horizon information system which meets, to some extent, its expectations. The company created out of the merger of the two competitors that used to produce Horizon and Unicorn, integrated the main strengths of both systems in one called Symphony.
This system is arabized and integrates other systems of indexation, circulation, periodicals, acquisition and information. It will contribute to the improvement of the library and information management and to the widening of the Foundation library's interaction network with other global libraries; it allows the exchange of bibliographical information with other libraries disposing of the exchange protocols, namely Z39.50.
To be effectively in line with the project of exchange which is the Unified Arabic Index and to which the Foundation has been contributing from the outset, it chose the MARC 21 exchange format. It is still adopting the ISBD norms waiting for a general coordination between this latter and the AACR norms.
In order for the Foundation to follow the proliferation of electronic periodicals and databases devoted to periodicals, it subscribed through Internet to Academic Search Premier Database, accessible via EBSCO information agency. This database contains full texts of a great number of academic periodicals covering many disciplines: History, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Philosophy, Economics, Law, Theology, Education, Linguistics, Literature, etc. The library's adherents can access to it for free inside the Foundation premises.
Moreover, since 2002, the Foundation has started to provide information on the content of living Maghrebian periodicals. It has undertaken since 2007 the huge project of the digitization of the entirety of the periodicals of its library (around 170.000 up to December, 2008).
The Foundation entrusted the task of digitization to a private company. Up to December 31st, 2008, 546 collections were covered which equals 32 396 pages.
Presentation Location The Foundation in the media Legal Status and Mission Statement Signboard Working Hours Membership Organizational chart Photo gallery
The Library Regulations Règlement relatif aux services de reproduction Collections of Monographs Collections of Periodicals Collections of Theses Collections of Manuscripts and lithographs Special Collections Access to Collections Services
Events: Symposium Events: a book and an author Foundation news Publications Support Program for Young Researchers Next publications Exhibitions archive Report 2017 / 2018
Manuscripts lithographs Rare books Journals Summaries of journals Moroccan Archives Postcards and photos
King Abdul-Aziz Al Saoud Foundation for Islamic Studies and Human Sciences — Casablanca, 2021 ©


Note: Verhoeff (1928: 104) described 2 males and 1 female. KS.76504 is labelled 'Lectotype male, see also slides 1-3, P.M. Johns 19 XII 67'. The lectotypification by Johns was never published and is invalid. Rowe and Sierwald (2006: 547) list 'slide 1' of Johns as lectotype without otherwise drawing attention to a lectotypification. They list a female in KS.76505 as both a 'syntype' and 'Other material examined', but not as a paralectotype. A male 'syntype' in KS.76504 is also not listed as a paralectotype.
Note: Rowe and Sierwald 2006: 547) give 'Macquarie University, North Ryde' as the type locality, but then give the latitude/longitude above (as '33°46'28.63"S 151°4'43.75"E'), which is a site in Epping, several km to the west. Epping is also given as the locality for this specimen in the AM database.
Note: Probably collected by Charles Barrett. The native range of A. laminatum is in New South Wales.
Note: Probably collected by R. Etheridge and party in August 1889 (Etheridge 1890).


Sitting majestically within the grounds of a former coffee plantation on the side of the famous Blue Mountain above the capital of Jamaica, Strawberry Hill is a surreal, heavenly-like retreat that hovers over the hustle, dust, and noise of Kingston.
It majestically recreates the days long gone by, bringing back to life the slow, uninterrupted pace of life, crystal clear air only shrouded by the morning mist, and the endless staccato or local birdlife, which is as relaxing as it enchantingly hypnotizing.
If offers to travellers a choice of accommodation suitable for couples, families and groups of varying sizes, across its 12 cottages sparsely located across more than 26 acres of sprawling tropical countryside. Strawberry Hill offers intimacy to each and every guest, while providing a range of truly luxurious facilities within the confines of the development as as plentiful activities beyond it.
Designed as a private idyllic haven, Strawberry Hill boasts unrivalled panoramic views extending across the island with the only obstacle in your line of sight being the stunning half crescent shaped infinity pool; an expansive Aveda spa with hydrotherapy room, sauna, plunge pool, and a yoga pavilion, lush tropical surroundings enveloping the property perimeter; all ensuring that the property remains a truly intimate gateway, which has been recognised by the long list of famous past guests coming here to seek much needed reprieve from prying eyes.
The four studio suites available throughout the property are our most intimate, sitting on the mountaintop to the striking effect and embraced by the verdant gardens with the grounds of the estate rolling below them. Each studio is generously equipped housing stunning mahogany queen-size four-poster beds, a luxuriously equipped bathroom with a selection of our trademark toiletries, all-purpose kitchenettes and balconies that open up on to the great Jamaican outdoors. Each studio is peacefully quiet, offering a refined and uniquely personal environment.
Strawberry Hill's Studio Cottages are nestled towards in the upper reaches of the estate, high in the foliage offering stunning views over the neighbouring hills and down to Kingston. Perfectly sized for a couple they offer plenty of room to roam, while maintaining that trademark intimate feel of the entire estate.
Finished in a classic combination of polished wooden floors finished in dark chestnut, painted off white walls, and natural thatched roof. These are accordingly matched to the expertly crafted solid wood furniture with the stunning four poster bed draped in a white cotton mosquito net with crisp white linens, which play off the white lounge chair with the tanned woven rug finishing the overall look of the room. A gorgeous veranda finishes the overall feel of the cottage and provides an incredible spot for a morning coffee or an evening drink with that special someone.
Every Studio Cottage benefits from a full list of luxurious in-room amenities including a stocked mini bar, plush terrycloth bathrobes, a selection of luxurious bath products, a nightly turn-down service as well as bicycles for our guests' use.
The wonderful One-Bedroom Villa is the idyllic getaway, where to spend time alone together, listen to each other's murmurings, relax and unwind. It offers all the indulgencies a couple of love birds would need to truly enjoy each other during their break from the outside world.
Spread across 1,500 square feet of space the villa is spacious and welcoming, giving off the feeling of a real plantation property from days gone by. With the generously proportioned bedroom and living room, lavishly decorated in a neo-colonial style with the contrasting white, sandy, and brown overtones, both rooms open up to the wrap around veranda to accommodate outdoor dining and leisure, adorned with blossoming flowers and framed by the lush manicured jungle that opens to provide a magnificent view of Kingston lying in the distance below.
Each of the One Bedroom Villas comes with its own private garden, housing its own couples' spa gazebo making it idea for honeymoons and romantic retreats for two.
The epitome of Strawberry Hill living is the 3,000 square foot, two-story villa with its own wraparound veranda with your personal hammock invitingly hanging in one of the corners, it features two luxurious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a private dining room and a fully equipped kitchen, a sitting area and a guest bathroom. The villa's walk-in wardrobes able to accommodate every travelling princess' luggage and each of her multiple changes of clothes to ensure that she looks her best throughout every day.
The stunning vaulted ceilings highlight the luxurious ambience of the villa, while the off white walls emphasise the airy feel, full of light and space. The large queen-size draped four-poster bed ensures an unforgettable sleeping experience, undoubtedly making it a worthy addition to an already perfectly thought through space. With the dressing table and a large vanity mirror providing for a perfect spot, where to touch up the evening make up or write a quick, old-fashioned post card for friends and family, it is a room filled with character and infused with a hard to find aura of an era that is no more.
This is the grandest property in the Strawberry Hill books: this is your very own 3,00sqm, dual floor abode. There is a verandah that wraps around each level, which gives you a complete 360 degree view of paradise. The hammocks beckon for you to lay in them while reading a book on a cool, windy day. The high, vaulted ceilings bring an added open and airy feel. The circular rugs that cover the mahogany floor boards are woven by local women. Step in here, and you'll never want to leave!
Your stay in Strawberry Hill is made enjoyable by the professional staff. Strawberry Hill's staff have been professionally trained and will do their utmost to please with their warm and friendly hospitality.
Strawberry Hill's experienced and knowledgeable manager is responsible for the overall operation of the villa. The villa manager will oversee and coordinate the staff and property and assist you during your stay.
Strawberry Hill is a stunning mountain side retreat that has been home to some of the biggest names in music and entertainment business. Having over the years housed the likes of Rolling Stones and Mr. Bob Marley himself, who came here in search of much needed privacy and a reprieve from the prying eyes of the outside world.
Set 3,000 feet above Jamaica's capital, Kingston Strawberry Hill offers plenty of space, privacy, fresh mountain air and some of the best facilities available on the island, including an Aveda spa.
Deservedly listed as one of the "1,000 Places to See Before You Die" by New York Times, it offers seclusion and a welcome break from the outside world.
No, there is no overcrowded public nearby; no dusty, noisy streets to roam around; no noisy crowds and vendors. But what it lacks in noise and bustle, it more than makes up for with stunning mountain hiking trails nearby and lush tropical gardens. And if you are really feeling like an adventure, we can arrange a day trip to one of the island's best hidden beaches or a private art gallery and a museum tour, truly making it a holiday for those in the know.
First time trip to Jamaica and Stayed at Strawberry Hill. Loved the views and fresh air on the mountain. Sleeping with no A/c, was refreshing. Mornings felt like they lasted forever. I hope to go back again soon, I love day dreaming about being on the tearrace over looking the city.
Strawberry Hill Hotel is just gorgeous. Amazing views over Kingston at the front and the Blue Mountains valley at the back. The villas are wonderful to stay in, old world charm, spacious and very comfortable. The view from our Highgate balcony was breathtaking.The infinity pool is glorious, a little chilly to start with but after heat of the city it's a perfect way to relax.
The staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good. We had dinner both nights and it was okay. Not great for the prices. Crab cakes were good as was the chicken main. We had a wonderful stay and really recommend it as a sanctuary after the heat and pace of Kingston. Go it's worth it.
My wife and I own a hotel in Negril and wanted to get away for a weekend to relax in the Blue Mountains. We could not have picked a more perfect place to stay than Strawberry Hill.
The entire staff go out of their way to accommodate you. Special thank you to Kristina who handled our booking. She arranged a special anniversary gift when we arrived, walked us to the room when we checked in, made us comfortable and was a wonderful host for Strawberry Hill. Also a big thank you to Crystal who took great care of us in the restaurant, always with a smile.
The grounds are beautiful, the room was fantastic, the breakfast and dinners were amazing, the bar was comfy and relaxing….overall I could not recommend Strawberry Hill more and will recommend it to all my friends visiting Jamaica and to all our guests who stay with us in Negril and ask us about things to do and places to go on island.
It is an ideal place to relax, disconnect and enjoy the tranquility of the mountains.
We will be back for sure and cannot wait to wake up to the sound of birds and little else.
I stayed in a cottage and couldn't fault a thing. The weekend trip was beautiful and the spa was very relaxing. The food in the restaurant was delicious and the views spectacular. Dane was also great at introducing me to Kingston when he collected us from the airport. I'd love to stay longer and go back again!
The views from the hotel are absolutely spectacular. You can happily spend the whole weekend with a rum in hand staring out across the mountains. The rooms are rustic but cute, and it feels like you are staying in an old colonial house. We loved the balcony terrace by our room. The pool is nice, right on the edge of the mountain looking out across Kingston.
The buildings are made from wood and are therefore very thin, so there is some residual noise from the valley at night. The food in the restaurant is good but not amazing – but the prices are fair considering the location of the hotel. There could be a few more loungers near the pool.
Strawberry Hill is beautiful! It has an old world charm with excellent food, great service and fabulous views of the mountains, the city and the harbor. The rooms were clean and comfortable with a private porch and a view!.
The bed was four poster with privacy netting, very nice touch. The entire property had a historic quaint quality and modern amenities. Loved the infinity pool. Staff was very interested in our comfort and very welcoming. Would definitely return!
Beautiful place to have lunch in. Unbelievable vistas right from your dining seat overlooking Blue Mountains, Kingston and Portmore. Fantastic service, with a personal visit and chat with Adriana the head of Guest Services.
The views, the views. the views! That is why you come here!!! Wonderful, quiet, scenic hotel. Hillside cottages with views of Kingston in the valley below or of the mountains. Quiet place to get away from it all. There is a pretty but small infinity pool with views of Kingston far below (the sign by the pool said that they wouldn't deliver food poolside, but we ordered off of the lunch menu and had our food and drinks delivered poolside one day). The restaurant has wonderful views as well; lovely setting to dine in – the food is good, but nothing to write home about.
No fitness center, but there is a spa which I didn't have a chance to try out. The wifi and telephone service are slim to none unless you are near the office (and one night in the library I found great cell phone service). A friend and I were here in early January for 3 days/2 nights. We rented the Highgate Cottage which is a 2 story, 2 bedroom cottage, 3 porches. Fabulous four poster beds that you need a stool to climb into and that are wrapped with mosquito netting; overall furnishings and decor were tasteful – colonial style. My room had remarkable views of the mountains and a porch with a hammock along with lounge chairs! The noise does travel over the valley so if you are a light sleeper bring earplugs or put on the white noise from a smart phone app on. Bathrooms are clean, but boy could they be renovated – don't expect fancy bathrooms here nor with the kitchen that came with our cottage (but who is using the kitchen anyway?).
Nice hotel library/lounge (though on the small size) for post dining/evening time hanging out. There was a tv in there and people were watching a game one night, Staff is very helpful though a couple of times we did have to call repeated times for a few things. Not sure if it is just a Jamaican thing that you have to ask for things multiple times. Walked to the nearby coffee plantation and had a very informative tour and some amazing Blue Mountain coffee which is some of the best coffee in the world. Good place to pick up some gifts for friends and family back home.
The hotel arranged for a guide (Ricky – definitely request him) for the Gordon trail hike. Easy hike downhill (they had a car that took us back) that ends in the local water hole. Ricky was great at showing us all of the medicinal plants and picking local fruits that we could eat (and some medicinal plants that we sniffed). He is a real amateur botanist. Interesting trail also in seeing how the local mountain/farm folks live (huts are along the trail).
They picked us up from the Kingston airport and the driver was great. We had a couple hour delay at the beginning of the ride to the hotel due to a bus breaking down in the middle of the road amidst a New Years day street side massive party (it's Jamaica, mon). My friend and I hopped out of the van and mingled with partygoers and took photos and I always felt like the driver was watching out for us and taking care of us. The ride is a bit twisting to the hotel, but nothing to be scared of. For me, 3 days was enough time spent there. Not much to do and only so much relaxing that I can do. When and if I come back to Jamaica, I definitely will include a Strawberry Hill stay in my plans. If I were to classify this hotel, I would call it quaint luxury (is there such a thing?).
My wife and I spent three nights at Strawberry Hill for our honeymoon recently. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
First off, Dayne was our driver for three days and his service is outstanding. He's very knowledgeable about Kingston and Jamaica in general. He gave us an informative driving tour on our day trip to Kingston for the Bob Marley museum – which was well worth it. He also transported us to Port Antonio later taking us over the Blue Mountains in a scenic trip.
Adriana the manager introduced herself right away and was helpful as we pieced together our trip on the fly. We thoroughly loved the tour of the UCC coffee plantation; best coffee in the world.
The property itself is as gorgeous as the photos depict. Incredible views over Kingston. You can feel the living history on the property. I watched the Iceland-England game in the cool bar den which was a nice treat. And the food at the restaurant is absolutely top notch – especially the desserts and the "continental" breakfast – which is by far the best continental breakfast ever.
Our room was the Cedar room and was very nice with hand carved wood accents and well-nestled in nature.
Overall we wholeheartedly agree with the five star reviews and carry home lovely memories of our honeymoon at Strawberry Hill.


Starting in the nape, take a diagonal slice and, with a freehand technique, apply Formula A at the midlengths and ends feathering up toward the scalp but staying a few inches away. Repeat until all sections are complete, let process until desired lightness is achieved, then rinse.
Next, to create a deeper base, apply Formula B to the new growth. Then, working down the hair strand, melt Formulas C, D and E (in that order) using a Kabuki Brush for a seamless blend.
Repeat this application method, alternating the formula order, until all sections are complete. Then, let process up to 20 minutes at room temperature, rinse thoroughly, apply BOND Ultim8 Step 2 for 10 minutes and rinse again.


Purchase a 1.5 fl. oz. bottle of Love's Eau So Adorable Eau de Parfum Spray and receive a FREE 8 fl. oz. Eau So Adorable Body Wash. A $22.98 value. Yours for only $14.99. Offer available while supplies last.
Eau So Adorable is a fresh green floral with notes that evoke the peacefulness and purity of nature. It offers a delicate breeze of freshness with the perfect touch of modern femininity and sun-kissed radiance.
Our Creamy Body Wash is fortified with essential oils and rich moisturizers to soothe and protect the skin. Eau So Adorable's premium fragrance bathes skin in the perfect blend of sun-kissed blossoms, dewy greens and clean white musk.


text:
Q: Hadoop YARN Web UI is not available I am installing on linux VM hadoop-2.7.2.
http://localhost:8042/node/node is available
http://localhost:8088/cluster  is NOT (ResourceManager)
I tried to play with files:
/etc/hosts
/etc/sysconfig/network
/etc/sysctl.conf
/opt/hadoop/hadoop-2.7.2/etc/hadoop/yarn-site.xml

I tried to follow this page and this page.
But the http://localhost:8088/cluster page is still unavailable.
Could you please advise how to resolve the issue?
Thank you


St John's has had a fine choir since its founding in 1904, and choral music continues to play a central role in worship here today. Our RSCM-affiliated choir sings a wide range of music from the Middle Ages to the present day at our Sunday Eucharist services, and at Choral Evensong on the first Sunday of the month at 6pm. Despite striving for choral excellent, our choir remains non-auditioning, with our Director of Music Robert Hainault offering group training sessions to beginners and non-music readers in advance of the full rehearsal, so that everyone who wants to be a part of the choir has the opportunity to learn technique, develop their voice, and make music to the glory of God in a friendly and stimulating environment.
We are always on the lookout for new choristers, so if you are interested in joining or just want to find out more, Robert will be delighted to hear from you and can be contacted at roberthainault@gmail.com.


text:
Home » Deals roundup: NuVasive in $9 million deal to acquire RSB's SmartPlate
Deals roundup: NuVasive in $9 million deal to acquire RSB's SmartPlate
A Medical Device Daily Staff Report
NuVasive (San Diego), a company focused on developing products for minimally disruptive surgical spine treatments, reported acquiring the intellectual property and related assets for a cervical plate technology from privately owned RSB Spine (Cleveland, Ohio).
NuVasive will pay $5.5 million in cash and 222,929 shares of its common stock or about $9 million based on NuVasive current stock price. In addition, RSB will receive annual milestone payments for the life of the acquired patent, based on sales.
NuVasive said that the acquisition provides it with cervical plate technology 510(k) FDA-cleared and first commercialized in 2004. NuVasive will obtain all product revenues beginning this month and that it will re-launch the cervical plate (named SmartPlate) under its own product name in July.
NuVasive describes the product as "a dynamic plate that offers unique features [that] make the plate superior to others on the market," including its own under development, and it reports the product used in about 250 cervical fusion procedures to date. It estimates revenue of $2 million to $3 million for product sales in 2006.
SmartPlate features a gradient locking mechanism, NuVasive said, that enables the screws to be progressively resistant to axial compression, thus allowing the plate to settle in concert with the eventual allograft implant settling that occurs within the disc space over time, offering a better anatomical fit. It said its own cervical plate under development, a fixed cervical plate, did not account for such implant settling, with less adequate fusion results.
An additional SmartPlate feature is its low profile, tapered design, for less post-operative soft tissue disruption, and use of familiar instrumentation enables "rapid surgeon adoption and easier insertion of the plate on to the spine."
The sale includes instrument sets and accompanying cervical plate inventory of about $1 million.
The agreement grants NuVasive the right of first refusal on all additional existing technologies and any future technology that may be developed by RSB Spine during the next five years, such as enhancements to the gradient locking technology and other products that would be complementary to the acquired technology.
The company reported that it will take a 2Q05 charge of about $400,000 for investments in fixed assets and inventory created for the initial alpha/beta testing of its own cervical plate under development.
Alexis Lukianov, chairman and CEO of NuVasive, said that the SmartPlate's gradient locking mechanism "represents a substantial leap in technology." He added: "The right of first refusal on new technologies in essence expands our existing product pipeline."
Robert Bray, MD, of Cedar-Sinai Medical Center and Marina Hospital (Los Angeles), developer of the Smart-Plate, called the system the first to provide "controlled settling of the spine onto the graft with progressive constraint of screw motion as the cervical spine naturally falls into balance. I have seen rapid incorporation of the grafts with less post operative pain . . . ."
NuVasive develops systems for treating spine disorders, putting the spine fusion market at more than $2 billion annually. Its principal products are a "minimally disruptive surgical platform" called Maximum Access Surgery (MAS), and "classic" fusion implants.
MAS combines three NuVasive product offerings: NeuroVision, a software-driven nerve avoidance system; MaXcess, a split-blade design retraction system, and specialized implants that minimize soft tissue disruption during spine surgery. Its fusion portfolio is comprised predominantly of saline packaged bone allografts and internal fixation products.
In other dealmaking: PRA International (Reston, Virginia), a global clinical research organization, said it has acquired two regulatory and product development consultancies: Regulatory/Clinical Consultants (RxCCI; Lee's Summit, Missouri) and GMG BioBusiness (GMG; West London, UK).
PRA said that the two organizations will be integrated into its product development service offering within the Global Regulatory Affairs Group or other service groups.
RxCCI, founded in 1998, offers consultancy in regulatory affairs, electronic regulatory submissions, health economics and outcomes research and quality. Founder and CEO Diane Seif, with more than 30 years' experience in clinical development and regulatory management, PRA said, will become vice president and lead the Global Regulatory Affairs Group.
GMG, also founded in 1998, provides regulatory and product development consulting services throughout Europe. PRA said that the acquisition of GMG doubles its European-based product development consultancy and regulatory affairs staff.
PRA also reported that Richard Bourne, PhD, with 20 years of product development and regulatory experience, has joined the Global Regulatory Affairs Group as vice president. PRA reports having more than 2,500 employees in offices in North America, Europe, South America, Africa, Australia and Asia.


One of the very first games that I remember having the feature is LBP. It was limited, only boasting a simple zoom feature, but it still excelled by being available in a world full of infinite possibilities. The environments, costumes and changing the mood of one's sackperson all helped create moments that were worth being captured forever. Whether it was taking a photo with a friend or getting a picture of something unique that you saw in a level, the system was non-invasive and effective. Photos could be saved and uploaded to player profiles, and this early concept of a photo mode fit perfectly into Media Molecule's "Play, Create, Share" model.
One of the first games to boast a photo mode this generation was Second Son, and it absolutely delivered. It offered deeper mechanics and photo editing options than had been seen in the past, and that are now present in nearly every photo mode today. The inclusion of a photo mode was welcome thanks to a gorgeous set of powers, and a beautiful interpretation of Seattle to use them in. Taking out groups of enemies with Delsin's smoke powers and dashing through the city using the neon abilities offered countless photo opportunities, and it made this game's photo mode one of my favorites.
With a late, brutal launch, Driveclub never took off. This means that many people have already forgotten the gorgeous racing game, and the strong photo mode that came with it. Still, despite its various setbacks, it did do one thing better than any other video game: weather. The level of detail was mesmerizing, from rain droplets on the ground to tire tracks being made in wet mud. Snowfall was heavy, and lightning was startlingly realistic. The ill-fated game's storms demanded attention, and the photo mode gave players a chance to meet that demand... even if it was only for a short amount of time.
Saying that any Naughty Dog game is beautiful is just stating the obvious, yet looking at that beauty through a camera lens helped to remind me just how stunning they can be. The Nathan Drake Collection and A Thief's End offered some great photo modes, yet The Lost Legacy is the game that perfected the feature. During the open section in particular, I found myself constantly stopping to admire the scenery, and I ended up taking dozens of photos. Moving the camera's position, adding photo borders, and being able to change the face Chloe is making are just some of the features that make this photo mode special.
Horizon is the best-looking open world game ever made. From the machines to the world, it's breathtaking and almost unbelievable. As you'd expect, this would make a photo mode a requirement. Instead of just throwing one in, though, Guerrilla went above and behind. It's by far the most feature-packed version of this mode I've seen, but the studio wasn't satisfied stopping there. They've since released updates that make the mode even more robust, adding features that focus on Aloy and the environment. Horizon: Zero Dawn gives regular players the ability to capture moments perfectly, and to create screenshots that look professionally made. This mode set a new standard for video games, and I can't wait to use it one more time when I jump back into the game to play Frozen Wilds.
That's it for this week. As always, there are honorable mentions in the comments. Check back next Friday for a look at the five greatest video game duos!


Introducing brand new, shelf stable baby cakes! That's right, no refrigeration or freezing necessary, these cakes are shelf stable for 1 year like the rest the Bubba Rose Biscuit Co. treat line. They are densely chewy in texture (not crunchy) and made with organic ingredients. They are a peanut butter apple cake and can be cut for smaller dogs. Great for one medium-large dog. These can not be personalized.


We have developed an operating executive ecosystem, which consists of a growing number of industry operating executives with functional and market segment experience. We use members of this ecosystem to expand the bandwidth of our firm's various areas of focus including, deal sourcing, opportunity due diligence, domain knowledge advisory, market trend assessments, adjacent market assessments, investment advisory and portfolio monitoring.
PeakEquity leverages our growing number of industry operating executives with functional and market segment experience directly relevant to the target businesses in which we invest. Additionally, we solicit the involvement of other specialized technology/industry experts as required.
Each member of the operating executive ecosystem maintains domain currency with target markets, leverages their professional networks on focused topics, participates in due-diligence, and provides a sounding board for the partners in technical and business subject matters. We think of our operating executives in three categories; Operating Partners, Functional Operating Advisors and Deep Domain Experts. Our eco-system is expanding while remaining focused on our target markets.


Wollastonite Crusher Used. Basalt Crushing machinery Plant For Highway Construction. Basalt Cutting Machine, ... Mobile Kaolin Crushing MachineRutile Crushing machinery Line.
Mobile crushing plant,Mobile crusher plant,Crusher portable ... Portable Rutile mobile crusher in Philippines sale - Grinding ... portable crushing and screening plants.


text:
MICHAEL DORF
The most selfish project I have ever done, combining my love of music, wine, food – all in a cool, classy, fun environment. I don't ever want to leave, just want to open new City Wineries in cosmopolitan centers around the globe." – Michael Dorf
Michael Dorf Presents
This unit produces the Carnegie Hall Tribute series among other isolated productions.
Visit the Music Of Site!
Indulge Your Senses: Scaling Intimacy in a Digital World
In his debut book Michael Dorf tells riveting tales from his wild ride through three decades of business escapades and dispenses invaluable wisdom for readers—entrepreneurs, executives, students, professionals, lovers of music and wine—who are struggling to balance the virtual and the real in a world awash in technology.
Preorder on Amazon!
Michael founded the iconic club in 1987 and ran it until 2002. Some of the history is record, some can be Googled, and other elements are lost to the ether.
The Downtown Seder
Having completed its 19th year, Michael takes the classic Haggadah and gives it to 20 artists, political figures, musicians, comedians and thinkers. Each performer interprets their part in their own manner. Originally started at the Knitting Factory, this has been hosted at many venues, and now across many of the City Winery locations. This annual dinner for 300 sells out fast.
Tribeca Hebrew
Michael started this after-school program for his two boys and several other friends. In 2004, he rented a small storefront in Tribeca and brought in other families to help found the school, which quickly grew to 120 kids under his leadership as the Chairman in the first two years. In 2009, the school merged with JCP.
Downtown Arts Development
A non-profit organization founded in 2003 to present creative work in Lower Manhattan, and were the developers of the IJPA conference.
Michael Dorf - Founder and CEO, City Winery
Michael Dorf was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. After studying Psychology and Business at Washington University, he founded New York City's go-to venue for independent music, the Knitting Factory, in 1986.
As Knitting Factory Chairman and CEO, Dorf helped bring the concert house to global prominence by expanding into Europe and Asia via tours, branded festivals, and record production and sales.
Dorf was recognized as a pioneer in producing music on the Internet, through a variety of strategic relationships with Apple Computer, Intel, MCI, and Bell Atlantic. During his Knitting Factory tenure, he produced over 200 recordings, a television series, and built a new venue in Los Angeles. In 2002, he left his operating responsibilities and sold his equity position to pursue other endeavors, including a Carnegie Hall concert fundraiser series, founding a Hebrew school, and winemaking.
By 2008, Dorf had conceptualized a venue that brought his love for both the making and enjoyment of wine under one roof and created City Winery –Manhattan's first fully-functional winery, restaurant, music venue and private event space. City Winery offers a wide selection of wines, exquisite cuisine and intimate performances from iconic performers.
Dorf expanded his company in 2012 with the opening of City Winery Chicago. Subsequent years have brought new venues to Nashville, Atlanta, Boston, and Washington DC, with Hudson Valley and Philadelphia stated to open in 2019.
Dorf has become one of the most prolific independent promoters in New York, an important music impresario, and according the The New Yorker, he has "perfected the art of the tribute concert." Over 13 years, the fundraiser series has honored legends like Aretha Franklin, Leonard Cohen, and Prince while raising over $1.5 million for such music education programs asthe American Symphony Orchestra's Music Notes, Church Street School for Music and Art, Young Audiences New York, Fixing Instruments for Kids in Schools, Little Kids Rock and the Center for Arts Education.
Dorf also has very strong ties to the Jewish Community. He created Tribeca Hebrew, an after-school program in Lower Manhattan and developed the school to 150 children before it merged with JCP in 2009. He serves on the board of The Jewish Week, American Symphony Orchestra, Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals and is currently Chairman of LabShul/Storahtelling.
View Career timeline
Christian McBride & JAZZ HOUSE KiDS Celebrate 'Most Influential Year in Jazz'
Ledisi & Ravi Coltrane are among spring gala's special guests raising awareness for jazz education.
By Gail Mitchell
Noted jazz education organization JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is presenting its 2019 Spring Gala on Wednesday, where Ledisi, Ravi Coltrane, Ingrid Jensen, the Bill Charlap Trio and Christian McBride's New Jawn are among the special guests who will perform at the City Winery in New York City. The dinner and concert will be hosted by NBC News anchor Lester Holt.
Puerto Rican Farmers and Relief Volunteers Take a Moment to Celebrate
by Betsy Andrews
City Winery's Michael Dorf and a dozen sound and production pros from each of the country's half-dozen locations are shin-deep in muck on a mountainside clearing surrounded by snapped and broken trees. Slapping at mosquitos and unraveling extension cords, they are attempting a Fitzcarraldan task: to build a stage in a storm-ravaged jungle. In four hours, 200-some Puerto Rican farmers and stateside volunteers will descend on this farm in Patillas to devour a multicourse, locally sourced, fundraising feast; drain 15 cases of City Winery pinot, syrah and chardonnay; and dance to the sounds of salsa legend Johnny Rodriguez and his All-Stars.
Crain's
City Winery CEO on eviction by 'a 900-pound gorilla'
by Stuart Miller
City Winery has been drawing capacity crowds to see performers such as Los Lobos and Graham Nash since it opened near the Holland Tunnel in 2008. Founder and CEO Michael Dorf has brought the concept—live music, food and drinks in a working-wine-cellar setting—to six cities and is looking to expand. The company sold 500,000 tickets this year. But in July "two 900-pound gorillas"—Trinity Real Estate and the Walt Disney Co.—agreed Disney would buy the building and tear it down for its New York headquarters.
Lead Panel - History of Wine & Music
Guest Speaker - NYU Business School, Entertainment MBA Program
Presenter - Management Offsite: History of Wine & Music
Keynote Address - Oregon Wine Symposium, Wine Entrepreneurship
Lunch Speaker - BMW Executive Leadership: Teamwork
Lunch Speaker - Wine & Spirits Wholesalers Assoc.
155 Varick Street


text:
Annette Mills (born Edith Mabel Mills; 10 September 1894 – 10 January 1955) was an English actress, dancer, songwriter and television presenter, best known for presenting the children's television show Muffin the Mule.

Biography

Early life
She was born in Wandsworth, London, the daughter of teacher Lewis Mills and his wife Edith.  She grew up in Belton, near Great Yarmouth, where her father became a headteacher, and studied in King's Lynn and Norwich before studying the piano and organ at the Royal Academy of Music.   She intended becoming a concert pianist, but, after her fiancé was killed in action, she married, had a daughter, and worked as a dancing teacher in Notting Hill.

Dancer and songwriter
After meeting dancer Robert Sielle (born Cecil Leon Roberts), they formed a dancing partnership.  They put on exhibition dances, had a residency at the Piccadilly Hotel, and after a visit to the United States were credited with introducing the Charleston to Britain in 1925.  Mills and Sielle married, but were later divorced.  They continued to perform together until Mills was forced to give up dancing, after breaking her leg on stage in Cape Town.

Instead, she turned her hand to songwriting and singing, and began to appear regularly as an entertainer on BBC Radio, singing light comedy songs and accompanying other singers on the piano.  She wrote "A Feather in Her Tyrolean Hat", recorded by Gracie Fields in 1936, and wrote and sang the novelty dance song "Boomps a-Daisy", recording it with the Joe Loss Orchestra in 1939.  She also composed "Adolf", sung by Arthur Askey in the 1940 film Band Waggon.   She appeared in cabarets and revues in London and Paris, and wrote the music and lyrics for C. B. Cochran's shows.  In 1942, during the Second World War, she was on her way back from entertaining troops in France when she was involved in a serious car accident, which left her hospitalised for the next two years.  She wrote short stories and plays during the period, some of which were broadcast.  Her comic play Rotten Row was later televised.

"Muffin the Mule"

She made her first BBC Television appearance in June 1946, as a singer, pianist and story teller on For the Children.   She suggested that the top of her piano could be used as a stage for puppets to illustrate her stories, and a disused marionette of a mule, whom she called "Muffin", was used.  Mills is now best remembered for being the partner of "Muffin" between 1946 and 1955.  She wrote the songs and the music, including Muffin's popular theme song, while puppeteer Ann Hogarth wrote the scripts.   Muffin the Mule used to clip-clop around on top of the piano, whilst Mills played a tune. She wrote several Muffin the Mule songbooks and an adventure tale about him, as well as making records.   The shows were broadcast live until 1952, when they began to be filmed.

Later, Mills and Muffin were joined in the BBC's For the Children spot by Prudence the Kitten, Mr Peregrine the Penguin, Sally the Sea-Lion, Louise the Lamb, Oswald the Ostrich, and Morris and Doris the field mice. Although all of the puppets captured the hearts of millions of young viewers, it was Muffin who gained the most attention. The press commented how the programme had fired children's imaginations.  The success of the show led to a wide range of merchandising for children, as well as comics.

Mills's last TV appearance was on 2 January 1955. She died in hospital in London eight days later, after an operation on a brain tumour. She had suffered a heart attack.

Personal life
Her younger brother John Mills became a successful actor. She was the aunt of Hayley Mills and Juliet Mills. Annette Mills was married twice, with a daughter, Molly Blake, by her first husband, Henry McClenaghan; her second marriage, to Robert Sielle, ended in divorce. Molly was a successful illustrator and produced many of the illustrations in the popular series of children's books of Muffin the Mule stories. Molly's daughter - and Mills's granddaughter - is the actress Susie Blake.

Annette Mills became a life member of the Vegan Society in 1952.

References

External links
Annette Mills at the National Portrait Gallery
Muffin the Mule at H2G2
Anne Pimlott Baker, "Mills, Annette (1894–1955)", Oxford Dictionary of National Biography, Oxford University Press, 2004 accessed 28 Oct 2006

1894 births
1955 deaths
20th-century English actresses
20th-century British businesspeople
English female dancers
English television actresses
English television presenters