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Photo of Macon County, IL. Draftees Standing on Courthouse Steps.
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Tags: A. Burns, A. Canaday Jr., A. Eaton, A. Wall, C. Bick, C. Dills, C. Lewis, C. Predemore, C. Weaver, C. Wilkey Jrl., D. Childress, Decatur IL., Draftee, E. Creason, E. Gist, E. Harrison, E. Kinney, E. Marshall. J. Baker, E. Voiles, F. Schlosser, H. Roberts, H. Speagle, J. Beliher, J. Gordon, J. Hirsch, J. Leonard, J. Parish, J. Shadrick, K. Brannon, L. Bodkin, L. Holt, L. Kondritz, L. Pickens, M. Stevens, Macon County IL, P. Karl, R. Cole, R. Ingham, R. Johnson, R. Miller, R. Pride, R. Walton, S. Wilson, V. Froehlick, V. Simmons, W. Eckhardt, W. Huffman, W. Major, W. Smith, W. Wing, World War II, WWII
Herald and Review Library: Photo of Macon County, IL. Draftees; Article on back of photo; "This also is a group of high school graduates, part of the over-all draft boards which took nearly every eligible young men who completed school work this…
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Herald and Review Library: Photo of Macon County, IL. Draftees stand on courthouse steps; Article on back of photo; "This contingent of men has been sent to the induction station by Decatur's No. 1 draft board. They are, left to right: First Row:…
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Photo of Macon County Draftees standing in front of the courthouse steps
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I had the pleasure of showing Jeremy Spencer, Director of Sales, Booze & Buccaneering from West Winds Gin who was in town for the first time around some of the bar highlights several weeks back.
We'd not met before, but had collaborated last year when I created the Centenary Martini, so like any local you want to show off your city and impress the visitor.
Happily I had heard a rumour of new place in Civic- a speakeasy no less- that day. There was a webpage but little else to go on, so following some excellent martini's and superb locally sourced food at the bar at the hotel hotel we stepped out seeking some more healing waters.
In time we found a door, a velvet rope and a bare staircase off the anonymous Hobart Place (just off London Circuit near the law courts).
The location seemed apt: a secret world hidden in plain sight, with a knowing wink to the law enforcement and business community all around it.
Down we went, the paint was still smelling it's that new: days, not weeks.
Open a bare wooded door, and we were transported in a very happy place indeed. A long copper bar, backlit bar, smart uniformed staff, some jazz tunes in the background and an immediate warm welcome.
It's a bar like this town has not seen before.
To your left a long bar, on your right a Charcuterie station, and in front three raised booths and several marble topped tables. Its both polished and rustic in a balance of fit out that works very well.
But cocktails first, questions later.
The cocktail list is solidly Old School, which I approve of naturally, but they're keen to give you want you want and will improvise or take your cocktail in a new direction if you're inclined.
So Dirty Martini's for us using the artisanal Gin from the USA Few (57%)… the drinks are set up in front of you, you talk to the gents behind the bar, and its a all very civilised.
Lovely cocktail glasses too for that matter.
But we weren't feeling the heavy Gin hit that The Few offered (Jeremy called the Gin 'barnyard style' which was about right), so I opted for the elegant London style of #3 for us all, and that was just the ticket.
There was a wide selection of classic cocktails with a nice line or two about its inspiration with prices ranging from $12-$18, a Gibson Martini being $16.00 (see my survey post for comparison).
One thing about the menu though- they have a nice sentence about each cocktail's history, but nothing about the ingredients in them. So if you don't know what's in a French 75 you'll need to ask, but perhaps that's the idea.
There's also a Molly's Martini using two types of Gin (using both Tanqueary and Bombay) which is sailing close to the wind I think Martini-wise, but the team knew their craft, were engaging, welcoming and nothing was too much trouble.
So now for the tour, Lorezno the owner introduced himself and showed us about.
This beautiful copper lined room (pictured left) is my idea of a secure investment: you purchase your own bottles from the bar and its stored there for you- in discrete cabinets. It'd hidden away from the main room.
Already local law firms are using the service for client meetings – they call ahead, a tables reserved, glasses set out and the good stuff from the vault is served. Nice.
There's a lot of engagement already between those in the know and the bar- Lorenzo's strategy is to build long term relationships with them and offer a bespoke service to them.
They'll get anything in for you, and there is no additional fee for the service.
But there's more, open another locked door and there is the start of a whisky room, a glass cabinet will keep some precious spirits under lock and key, and another secret tasting room enables you to sample it.
There are more plans, but you'll have to wait to find out more about those.
That's why he built a big bar for people to sit at and interact with the bartenders.
"The way I've designed the bar is so guests are welcomed by the bar staff with eye contact, they ask them where you'd like to sit (booth, table or the bar) and then offer a menu." he said.
Molly offers a unique idea for food, something very european, offering a little bite of something light and fresh with your drink (ranging from olives for $6 to mixed deli plates for $25.00).
The charcuterie station has the finest imported cold meats and cheese cut fresh for you- with three different tasting plates available: French/ Italian/ Spanish, plus just a meat or cheese option.
So when you order, the staff will slice the cheese and meats for you fresh on the spot.
As for my guest, Jeremy loved it. He travels the world representing his Gin and he's not easily impressed. For me, I think its a commendable and special addition to the cocktail culture here in the city.
The next night I popped in with my wife a pre-dinner cocktail on a Friday around 6pm and the place was jumping- full to the brim (their loading is about 90 people). No tables or niches left and it was a good opportunity to see how they handled a happy hour crush.
They were organised, one staff clearing the tables, one cleaning behind the bar, and 2 + assistant behind the bar which was kept very tidy at all times. Happily we were spotted by the owners and they fast tracked our orders which was nice, but watching the others waiting they were getting noticed, served and drinks in a pretty quick order considering- so they can handle the pressure.
My wife suggested they put hooks under the bar for bags, hats or coats for ladies which makes sense and the paper menus were getting a bit tatty already (a folder would be nicer) by way of constructive criticism.
Obviously though, given its only been not quite a week, their strategy is working and I wish them well.
Since I've published this post it's been read over 1000 times, by far the most visited post. So expect a full house when you go- recommend earlier in the week!
Hours: better check with them…. was 7 days, but not so sure now.
I really enjoyed reading your post! I went to Molly but didnt have such a great experience on my visit. Your post has inspired me to give it another try, hopefully there were just a few teething problems. love the blog!
Thanks so much Jodie- that's lovely to hear you enjoy the blog! No place is perfect of course, and it does take a while to settle in anywhere… my approach is to judge a place by the standards they set for themselves and their efforts to strive for that.
So I think they are genuine in their work and not displaying much in the way of attitude – quite refreshing. I hope its better for you next time…. i don't think its so great when its full- it works much better on a quiet evening…most places do though.
I'd love to see table service there too, that would make a big difference to their service aspirations.
I tried going here last night at about 11 pm, but the door was unopenable… There was definitely activity downstairs. Is it too cool for your 'average' drinker already? Or do they sometimes close early? Or is the door just really hard to open?
Mmm, not really, all sorts go there- most likely it was either full- or closed for a private function. They should have had someone on the door pr a sign though!


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Jack: Y'know, as this time of year comes around and people start talking about ghosts and monsters, I can't help but get upset by how you human types have made some self-respecting monsters into generic terms. You forget all about the real roots of your folklore.
Adam: Now that's something I can agree with! Like how people Europeanize certain creatures! Some book adaptations of "Momotaro" call the oni ogres. Ogres are monsters of French origin, not Japanese. What's wrong with using the Japanese name for a Japanese monster? Also, let's not forget about how people forget the Scandanavian origins of trolls, or that they have a sort of lore all their own! Like how they turn to stone in sunlight! And then there's the way that people lump all faeries together . . .
Jack: Yeah, yeah. That's all well and good. But I'm here to talk about GHOULS!
Jack: Ghouls! You know, ghouls! Everyone this time of year talks about ghosts, goblins and ghouls but most of those people probably don't even know what a ghoul is.
Adam: Yeah, but . . .
Jack: A ghoul, or ghul, comes from Arabain folklore. A ghoul is a type of evil djinni. You may have heard people say "genie", but it's actually "djinni". The djinn are the otherworldly spirits in Arabian cultures, like the faeries are in many European cultures. They're said to be beings made of smokeless fire. Belief in the djinn predates Islam but that belief was so strong and popular that the djinn are actually mentioned in the Koran as creations of Allah. Ghouls in particular are said to be djinn that are sired by Ibliss, the Muslim version of the Devil.
Adam: I know, but . . .
Jack: The word "ghul" likely stems from "al-ghul" which stems from the Arabic "ghala" or "to sieze". It's also related to Gallu, which is the name of a Mesopotamian demon. Now, in folklore (and among all the ones I know personally), ghouls dwell in graveyards, ruins, desert wildernesses and other uninhabited places. They've been known to rob graves, lead travelers astray and abduct children all in the name of getting their favorite food: human flesh.
Jack: But, did you also know that ghouls have a tendency of stealing coins and drinking blood? Or, did you know that they can change their form? Usually into hyenas. They can also take the form of the last human whose flesh they've eaten! Also, ghouls are one of the go-to monsters of Arabic folklore. They appear in a whole bunch of the Arabian Nights as well as a number of other sources.
Adam: I know all that, but . . .
Jack: The word "ghoul" can also just mean "demon". The star Algol is actually short for Ra's al ghul, which means "the demon's head". It's called that because it's part of Medusa's head in the constellation Perseus. Also, bet you know this, being a colossal geek like you are. Ra's al ghul is also the name of a Batman villain.
Adam: Well, yeah, but . . .
Jack: Oh, and George Romero used the word "ghoul" to describe the monsters in his movie Night of the Living Dead.
Adam: Enough! The reason people probably don't talk about that stuff is because they probably don't want to play up stuff as morbid and disgusting as grave robbing and eating human flesh for a holiday usually marketed to children!
Jack: Oh. Well, what's that about?
Next time: The conclusion of Jack O'Lantern's Halloween takeover.
Jack: Alright, it seems to me that the next thing this guy has on deck is something called "Fantasy Literature Rewind". Now, let's see. Where was that list of books again?
Screamin' skulls, kid! You actually read books this old? I died over two hundred years ago and even I hit up the bestseller list every once in a while. Okay, I have a better idea. Let's try something just a little more modern. Or would 1972 be too new for you?
Adam: Actually, that one might be more of a "Fairy Tale Fandom Book Report" book.
Jack: Yeah, yeah. Whatever. Anyway, in the spirit of this most chilling season, I thought we might take a look at a children's book by one of the great science fiction and horror writers of the twentieth century. It's a book that embraces Halloween and all its history like an undead brother. That's right, I'm talking about The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury.
Adam: Actually, Heidi over at SurLaLune just posted about this one.
Jack: Like I care. This book may not be as famous as some of the hoary old texts you read, but it has had an impact. It was made into a television special and they put up a tribute to it at Disneyland every year. The story starts on a dark and eerie Halloween night. It's the kind of night where anything can happen. Eight trick-or-treaters gather for an epic night of trick-or-treating. Among their number are a skeleton, a witch, a gargoyle, a mummy, a ghost, a beggar, an ape-man and a grim reaper. One trick-or-treater is missing, though. A young boy named Joe Pipkin isn't there. Pip is a good friend and a boy who embraces childhood to the utmost. So, naturally, our friends go to get him. They go to his house and find Pip, but he doesn't seem to be himself. He's also noticeably clutching his side like he's got a stomachache. Pipkin tells them to go on ahead. Eventually, the boys make their way to a creepy old house. There, they meet a man named Carapace Clavicle Moundshroud and see the amazing Halloween Tree. It's a tree that glows with thousands of Jack O'Lanterns (the pumpkins, not yours truly) hanging from its branches. Moundshroud offers to teach the boys about the origins of Halloween. They want to do it, but suddenly Pipkin shows up to join them. Just as suddenly though, Pip gets stolen away by a dark something. From that point, the race is on. Moundshroud and the boys chase Pipkin through time and space and visit the festival of the dead for all sorts of other cultures. They witness the tombs of Egypt, they see ancient Greeks making offerings to ghosts, help build Notre Dame with its gargoyles and see Mexico's Dia de los Muertos. But can they save Pip from the dark force.
Adam: Interesting. And I do like Ray Bradbury. I'm assuming this book has his usual descriptive language and poetic-sounding prose in it. So, is that dark force what I think it is?
Jack: Probably. We all meet that dark force eventually, though. Trust me, I know it personally.
Adam: Well, it sounds like a good book, but it's not really the kind of book we review here.
Jack: Oh really? Well, if it may please the jury, I'll state my case. This column is called "Fantasy Literature Rewind". And this book is fantasy, is it not?
Jack: And the other kinds of books you review are books that draw from some kind of folklore, right? Well, folklore isn't just tales, now is it? It's also songs, oral history, superstitions and traditions, right? Superstitions and traditions like the ones in this story.
Adam: Okay, okay! You made your point. One point for the moldy, old ghost.
Jack: Thank you! Hey . . . wait a minute. Remember, what I'm doing here is for the benefit of you and this rinky-dink blog of yours!


Broken Sword 5: The Serpent's Curse is the upcoming fifth installment in the Broken Sword series of adventure video games, developed and published by Revolution Software.
Mac version isn't out yet on steam (04.12.13) so I ported the windows version.
Tested with "non-drm" steam version (multi).
Works with or without Update 1.


While every project is unique the life cycle of wind farm generally has the following steps. More detail on each of these can be found by clicking the links in green.
As a first step in a wind farm's life we undertake a detailed screening study of a potential site to assess its suitability, looking at factors such as wind speed (assessed at this stage using a database of information from the Met Office), landscape character, environmental designations, distance from dwellings and proximity to grid lines.
If this study proves positive an option agreement is put in place with a landowner (giving us the right to enter into a lease prior to construction) and the development process then begins.
One of the first and most important steps in the development process is to confirm the initial wind speed assessment and to do this we install a temporary meteorological mast on the site fitted with an array of anemometry equipment. The more data we can gather the better, but generally we like to have at least 12-24 months worth before taking a project into construction.
As well as preparing an EIA, detailed consultations about the potential project are held with a wide range of project stakeholders in order to develop and then refine an optimum wind farm design for the site. Public exhibitions, newsletters and a project web-site are also used to gather input and inform the community.
Once the Environmental Impact Assessment and consultation exercises are complete a detailed planning application is prepared and then submitted to either the Local Planning Authority or (for projects of more than 50 MW capacity in Scotland) the Scottish Ministers.
While the Coriolis Energy team has a good track record at securing planning consent, if a planning application if rejected for reasons that we consider unreasonable, as is sometimes the case, this decision would usually be appealed to allow reconsideration of the proposals.
All development work is carried out at our cost/risk and payments are also made to the landowner in return for the reservation of the site (under the option agreement) and any disruption that may be caused.
Once planning consent has been obtained (and the conditions attaching to this discharged), construction works for the project are put out to competitive tender. Where practical we like to use local companies for the civil works (access roads, turbine foundations and any buildings) while the wind turbines and associated electrical equipment are supplied by one of the large turbine manufacturers. Depending on the project these contracts are either let separately or rolled up into a single "turnkey" package.
In parallel with this, an agreement is entered with the local electricity distribution company (or for large projects National Grid) to connect the wind farm to the grid (a formal grid connection application generally being submitted in the latter stages of the development phase so as to minimise lead times).
All construction works are carried out in compliance with conditions set out in the planning consent (which amongst other things would usually cover delivery routes and working hours) and also in accordance with a formal construction method statement (that specifies in detail how the construction work would be carried out) and all applicable health and safety legislation.
Depending on the project, construction takes anything between 9 and 18 months and, once complete, the wind farm then moves into the operational phase.
Modern wind farms are fully automatic, continually reconfiguring themselves to extract to most energy out of the prevailing wind conditions, and are managed using remote telemetry from an off-site operations centre. Maintenance requirements are minimal (overall availability levels are typically 97% or higher) and servicing is carried out by specialist engineers, generally under a contract with the original turbine manufacturer.
The electricity generated is sold under a "power purchase agreement" to one of the many electricity supply companies, who in turn sell this on to domestic and industrial consumers. Ongoing payments are made to the landowner in return for the lease of the land and these are either linked to the amount of electricity generated or the income received from selling it.
At the end of a wind farm's life, typically after 25 years of operation, the project is decommissioned. Wind turbines and other equipment are removed/recycled and foundations broken down to a depth of around 1m. The site is then restored to its original condition and in accordance with any other requirements of the planning consent.


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Editorial: Mayor Leo Matzke should release report
Nov 1, 2011 Updated: July 28, 2017 2:02 a.m.
The recent investigation into allegations of improprieties by Oneida City Police, or their supervisors or both have torn apart the department, city government and cast a pall over the upcoming election.
Police Chief David Meeker Sr.'s announcement that he filed charges back in May with the state attorney general only breathes new life into this sorry episode.
The city's investigation concluded that there was no wrongdoing. Meeker wants the report of the investigation to be released and the person who leveled those charges to be punished.
Mayor Leo Matzke has maintained that the investigation into one or more employees' actions is a "personnel matter" that can be or must be withheld under the state's Sunshine Law.
The problem with this secrecy isn't what is known or isn't known about the investigation. The problem is what people think they know.
Without the release of the full factual report, rumors and gossip have filled in the blanks.
And while persistent rumors usually turn out to be about 50 percent true, it's hard to know which 50 percent to believe.
Here's what people are saying, both online and over the back fence:
o The charges have something to do Meeker's oversight of his son, an Oneida police officer.
o The charges were leveled or endorsed by former Public Safety Commissioner Army Carinci in retaliation for some action by Meeker involving Carinci's son, a former Oneida police officer.
(These first two rumors go a long way to illustrate why nepotism is usually a bad idea.)
o The charges have something to do with political sign-stealing.
o The charges have something to do with a police officer intentionally damaging a police cruiser.
o The charges have something to do with a police officer's face Photoshopped onto a wedding photo obtained during a search of a suspect's house.
This photograph incident is well-known. The Dispatch reported on this unprofessional incident in September, 2010. After it came to light, Meeker himself investigated.
He said it was all a harmless joke and determined his son was not involved. Nevertheless, the chief said it was wrong. Both he and Matzke said that those responsible had been disciplined.
We initially agreed with the mayor. Without knowing what's actually in the report, it seemed that this could be a valid personnel issue.
But our opinion has changed; we now side with Meeker (although we don't buy his assertion that his 11th-hour announcement had nothing to do with next week's mayoral election).
There's been too much gossip and back-channel chatter for ordinary confidentiality to protect innocent people in this extraordinary situation.
It's important for the public to have confidence in the professionalism of their police, and given all the rumors circulating that's hard to do. The city and all involved in this situation look bad.
Matzke should release the report immediately. Let the public learn the facts; let them judge the actions of their mayor and their police chief armed with the truth.

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Sai Baba of Shirdi, also known as Shirdi Sai Baba (Sai Baba), was an Indian spiritual master who was regarded by his devotees as a saint, fakir, and satguru, according to their individual proclivities and beliefs.
He was revered by both his Hindu and Muslim devotees, and during, as well as after, his life it remained uncertain if he was a Hindu or a Muslim.
– Sainath is peace incarnate. Recitation of His name is a mantra which by itself is as purifying as a dip in Holy Ganges.
– Sai Baba, The Absolute Truth and Reality, is the incarnation of Lord Narayan, Lakshmi's consort, who has come to free man of his ego and realise his self.
– Lord Sainath, the universal Master, is Absolute Truth. He is Lord Krishna, Lord Rama, Lord Shiva, the One God with numerous names who takes various forms and shapes.
– Sai is Lord Vishnu, resting on the thousand-headed serpent. He is the Holiest of the Holy, and the Light of lights.
– Having made the banks of Godavari in Shirdi His Dwelling place, Sai Baba sheds His light and grace from there and attracts His devotees with love and purity.
– Dwelling in every heart, Sai Baba wants each one to merge into HIm by shedding off one's ego.
– Sai Baba, the God who descended on earth to redeem mankind of all evils, dwells in the hearts of all beings, and guides their thoughts and actions which are merely expressions of the Divine and His energy.
– Sai Baba dwells in the heart of all living creatures, and kindles the flame of love and devotion in those who surrender to Him.
– Sai Baba does not allow past and furture to torment the mind of His devotees, and inculcates into them the sublime emotion of devotion.
– As the life breath of every soul, Sai Baba is beyond the limitations of time. He has no comparision, and is Infinite.
– Sai Baba is beyond time, beyond human comprehension, and His ways are beyond the reach of human mind and intellect. His divine time is beyond measure and is limitless.
– Sai Baba is Absolute Existence, Knowledge and Bliss. Sai ever present in all beings. Baba is all pervading, having no beginning or end. Sri Sai is Lord of Eternity.
– As Master of the universe, Sai destroys the evil spirit in man, so that he can transcend the worldly pleasures and overcome the pride of death.
– Sai is beyond time and space, life and death. All elements of nature are subservient to His will.
– Sai Baba is Omniscient and Omnipresent, without attributes or forms. He has no beginning or end, and is immortal.
– Granter of Freedom From Fear of Death.
– By making Sai Baba the sole object of one's thoughts and actions, one can be freed from the fear of death.
– Support of all Living Beings.
– Sai Baba supports and sustains all living beings. He brings succour to one and all and offers them shelter under His umbrella of love and bliss.
– Sai Baba is everywhere and at all times. Though His physical body no longer remains, Sai tatva remains dormant in the whole universe and comes to the support of the needy.
– Bestower of Capacity to Achieve Results.
– If a devotee meditates on Sai Baba with full faith and concentration, the merciful, compassionate Sai will grant spiritual power to Him.
– Sai Baba lights the lamp of love and affection among the destitude, showering them with His grace and blessings, and dispelling their gloom. He who has vowed to protect His disciples is a beacon to them and leads them and leads them to self-realisation.
– Sai Baba given a commitment that there shall be no dearth of food and clothing in the houses of His devotees. He is ever conscious of their needs and sustains them with His grace and benevolence.
– Sai Baba, provides health and happiness to His devotees. His Udi, the spirituality power-packed ashes, acts as a panacea of all ailments of body and soul.
– If one takes to Baba with all one's heart and soul, He bestows on him not only worldly possessions, but also spiritual wealth, i.e.m Brahm Gyaan.
– Blessed is he who has become one with Him. Sai bestows spiritual-psychic powers on one who surrenders unto Him totally.
– Sai Baba is ever caring for those who place implicit faith in Him. He grants sons, friends, wives and kin, to those who pray to Him sincerely.
– Sai Baba undertakes the responsibility of providing for and sustaining the devotees, leading them on the virtuous path to God realisation.
– Like a true friend, Sai Baba gives His devotees courage, succour and solace to face the vicissitudes of life with hope and aspirations.
– Sai Baba leads the true followers on the path of virtue, to realise the Self and attain eternal bliss and oneness with the Omniscient.
– Sai Baba grants His devotees what they desire, and at the same time guides them on the virtuous path of seeking realisation of the self. He bestows salvation, and the nectar of bliss.
– Sai Baba is an embodiment of pure love – the love that permeates the heart and soul of His devotees, who in sheer ecstasy consider Him their very own and look to Him as their Beloved.
– Sai Baba Provides the capacity for boundless love. His message of harmony, unity and love is vibrantly alive in the minds of His devotees.
– Sai Baba, eternally existent, knows the innermost secrets of the heart, and is the revealer of truth. He is knowledge personified. He is Omniscient and Omnipresent.
– Sainath personifies truth and pure consciousness. He preaches that no religion is higher than truth, the inner Self is the same in all people – realise this.
– Sai Baba is the bosom of bliss in which devotees pray for a small corner to reside in.
– On anyone who takes to Him, Sai bestows knowledge and wisdom, and takes him beyond the ocean of mundane existence, thus providing divine bliss.
– Sainath is the indisputable Supreme Lord, the father of the Universe.
– Sai Baba is the Brahman, who is Maya, formless, and is in everything. He fills all space and is Omnipresent.
– Sai abides in the heart of everyone. From Him emanate memory, knowledge and their absence. He is beyond the destructible, and commands reverence from all.
– Sai Baba, the Eternal Being, is the personification of pure knowledge. He is eternal, pure, immovable and imperishable.
– Lord Sainath is the Venerable Father of the Universe who loves those who seek refuge in Him.
– When a devotee cries out to Sai in distress, Sai baba, like a mother who brings up her child lovingly, and like a grandfather who dotes on his grandchild, responds instantly with love and affection.
– If one has complete faith in Sai Baba, He will take him beyond the seven seas, beyond fear, and beyond worldly matters.
– If one places absolute faith in Baba and surrenders heart and soul to Him, Baba reciprocates to him and becomes his servant.
– The mystic phenomenon that is Sai Baba, is ever eager to bless and shower grace on His devotees, and comes to their help in the hour of their need.
– A person who seeks refuge in Sai Baba, by surrendering unto Him totally, and by shedding off his ego, becomes entitled to His abounding love and affection.
– By losing one's fasle individually into the ocean of cosmic divine personality, one attains enormous powers which enables one to reach heights and achieve impossible results.
– Sai Baba, personifying knowledge and wisdom, frees man from worldly desires by giving them what they want so that they may learn to want what He wants to give them.
– Sai teaches no creed, is not the founder of any sect, and reveres all religions. He preaches love and noble deeds, showering limitless love on His devotees.
– Sai Baba of Shirdi dispels doubts, evil thoughts and deeds, and ignorance if one surrenders to Him in total faith. Only then will he experience divine bliss.
– Sai Baba gives His devotees an illumination that makes them aware of God, of self, and helps them to conquer their ego, thereby giving them ultimate realisation.
– Sai Baba forgives all Sins, and even destroys the ill-effects of Bad karmas of previous births.
– Sai inspires and generates pure and pious thoughts in His devotees, guiding them on the virtuous path, to transcend the highest order of their lives.
– Endowed with all virtues and yet attributeless, Sai Baba is an incarnation of Lord Shive. The Good Lord incarnates age after age to redeem mankind from sins.
– Sai Baba is resplendent with virtuous attributes that are limitless, and He has limitless forms, filling all vast spaces.
– Lord Sainath, the Fakir of Shirdi, is the store house of power. His name denotes absolute power.
– Sai Baba is the infinite ocean of peace, and for Him there is no defeat or failure. He is ever victorious as He is supreme.
– Sai Baba is in everything and everything is His. Every thougt is His, every impulse is His. He is unchallengable and impossible to defy.
– Sai Baba is second to none. His ways and means are many. See Him in every Soul to attain one's spiritual goal.
– Sai Baba, Lord of the three worlds, is the personification of dharma, leading His devotees along the correct path without any impediment.
– Sai Baba, the gentle incarnation of Lord Shiva, is all powerful, all pervading, all embracing, and all merciful. For Him, nothing is impossible for everything is as He will.
– Lord Sainath is Absolute, the Supreme Self, who is All-Powerful and Unconquerable.
– Sai Baba, the gentle Lord of Shirdi, has beautiful, yet powerful eyes. His glance is auspicious, and His eyes are illuminous, bright and shinning with spiritual power.
– Sai Baba, manifests in the form of universe itself and is the Master of existence. His is a unique phenomenon on the horizon of spirituality.
– Sai Baba, whose image cannot be bound in words, and whose knowledge has touched beyond the far-reaching universe, and unfathomable depths of ocean, is beyond vision and human comprehension.
– Sai Baba, who has attained Mahasamadhi, is inconceivable and incomprehensible, and is beyond description. He is attributeless and Truth personified.
– Sai is pervading the whole earth in a subtle form. If one experiences Oneness with Him in one's everyday life, it is due to the grace of God.
– Since Sai Baba dwells in the heart of every living creature, He wants one to forget one's body consciousness and merge one's mind, body, intellect and ego in His consciousness.
– Sai Baba knows the past, present and future of every animate and inanimate object as He dwells in them all. He is familiar with the devotee's past, thought and speech.
– Sai represents pure love and truth. One who ever concentrates on Him will be clothed with a panoply of spiritual armour.
– Sai Baba has enjoined in His devotees to give up their cleverness and approach Him with a single heart, when He would be easily accessible.
– By casting all one's burdens unto the all-knowing Sainath, one can be assured of full support and sustenance from Him.
– Sainath had said, "Why should any fear, when I am there? Cast all burdens onto Me and I shall bear with them." The truth of His undertaking is experienced by His devotees every moment.
– Ingrevious trouble, if one prays to Sainath for succour, He comes to him immediately, providing sustenance, and relieving him of distress.
– Sai Baba is non-doer, yet He inspires others to perform virtuous deeds. He is beyond duality.
– Hearing and speaking of Sai Baba's glories evokes religious merit. The divine name is the greatest saviour in this Kaliyug. The name redeems the fallen. It is a panacea for all ills of life.
– Sai Baba is all pervading, and an embodiment of all holy places. Worship at His lotus feet gives one the same merits as of going to holy places and bathing in holy waters.
– Sainath is Vasudeva, or Lord Krishna. His very name generates a flood of divine love and splendour in one's heart.
– Obeisance at Sai Baba's feet leads the devotee onto the virtuous path and the final goal of his life.
– Sai Baba, fully dedicated to truth, carried on His mission of destroying distress, strengthening faith, and establishing truth among His devotees.
– Sai Baba, the incarnation of Lord Shiva, is the creator, protector and destroyer of everything in the universe. He is all powerful, all pervading – the Supreme Lord.
– Sai Baba desires that devotees who want Him, should follow the path of pure devotion and attain spirituality.
– Sainath lights the lamp of wisdom in His devotees' minds, dispelling desires, and helping to experience heavenly bliss and ultimate beatitude, for He is the bestower of immortality.
– Lord Sai, the dispeller of sheer ignorance, who helps one to merge one's individuality in the universal Being, is lustrous like the sun.
– Sai Baba adopts celibacy, ascetism and other spiritual practices, and responds to the divine call, attaining God-realisation and Godhood.
– If one sincerely follows Sai Baba's teachings, one's nescience will disappear – replaced by strong waves of devotion and love, and righteous conduct.
– Sai Baba descended on earth as an incarnation of Lord Shiva who is endowed with full Riddhis and Siddhi. Devotees who take to Baba, automatically acquire supernatural powers.
– Sai Baba shows His devotees the path which provides new strength. He involves the most creative minds, enlightening them with the knowledge of God's love.
– Sai Baba is the incarnation of Shiva and Krishna. One may call Him by any name one likes. He incarnates repeatedly for the benefit of mankind.
– Sai Baba, the Fakir of Shirdi, is Existence Absolute, Consciousness Absolute and Bliss Absolute. He is ever pure, is beyond illusion, is formless and is without taint. He is Divinity, the Supreme Lord.
– Sai Baba, the personification of purity and Divine love, persuades His devotees to merge into Him with full faith and realise Divine bliss.
– Sai Baba is most virtuous and noble. He is the absolute, attributeless, having no name or residence, yet resides in all.
– Sai Baba is God Incarnate, who took the incarnation of Purushottama (Lord Rama) to establish righteouosness. As Sai Baba descended on earth to enlighten His children and give them self-knowledge.
– Sai Baba, the Incarnation of Lord Shiva, Who came to Shirdi as Fakir is self existent, self luminous truth.
– Sai Baba is the destroyer of six worldly desires of man – lust, anger, greed, hatred, pride and envy. When the ego is tammed, one can realise one's self.
– Sai Baba, an Incarnation of Lord Shiva bestows Bliss on His devotees. This Bliss can be realised from oneness with God. In the egoless state, all actions are joyous, effortless and spontaneous.
– To Sainath, the Incarnation of Lord Shiva, all religious faiths are equal, and led to the same destination of God – Realisation.
– Sai Baba is an incarnation of Dakshina Murti (Lord Shiva). He descended to the earth in the human form to enlighten man and guide him in realizing the Self.
– Sai Nath remains merged in Lord Venkateshawara who is Lord Vishnu, the Infinite, the Absolute Supreme, Being pervading the whole universe.
– Sai Baba is the symbol of Existence, Consciousness and Bliss. He is capable of performing Infinite and Marvellous Deeds.
– Whoever takes refuge in Him, Sainath takes his burden on Himself and provide him relief from the vicissitudes of life.
– Sai Baba, Who infuges love and wisdom in man, destroyes every calamity and suffering, thus granting bliss to mankind.
– Sai Baba, the Supreme Lord, teaches man not to think of the past or future, but to live intensely in the present, for He is all pervading and all knowing.
– The Lord has manifested Himself in the form of Sai Baba. He is the Divine Mother and Father. He stays inside and outside all beings.
– Sai Baba, the Great Benefactor, grants one the power to transcend one's ego and attachment to personal benefits, and bestows auspiousness all round.
– Sainath responds to all prayers, granting all desires, so that His devotee may turn to His way of teaching and what He is likes them to do.
– Sai establishes Amity and Harmony amongst followers of diverse religions. He advocates the practice of performing one's duty and living amongst people with amity and understanding.
– Sainath is the Supreme and all Powerful Master Who had came to earth to redeem mankind of His misery and to take him to Godhead.
Sai Baba of Shirdi, also known as Shirdi Sai Baba, was an Indian spiritual master who was regarded by his devotees as a saint, fakir, and satguru, according to their individual proclivities and beliefs. He was revered by both his Hindu and Muslim devotees, and during, as well as after, his life it remained uncertain if he was a Hindu or a Muslim.
Shirdi Sai Baba is referred to 1000 different names.
Following is the list of names that refer to Shirdi Sai Baba.


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FERC Order On State Clean Energy Subsidies Roils Markets
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) ordered for PJM Interconnection LLC—which oversees the power grids of 13 Midwest and mid-Atlantic states and Washington, D.C.—to rewrite its wholesale electricity market rules. According to Law360, FERC watchers agree that this decision to curtail the effects of state clean energy policies will only further inflame state-federal tensions over electricity policy and could possibly threaten the future of the markets.
"I think FERC had the best intentions of trying to address a very complex issue, but I'm afraid ... that it may not have forestalled this moment of truth for capacity markets," said Partner Mark Kalpin, who represents both traditional and renewable energy developers. "If anything, it may have pushed us one step closer."
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Profile Update: Changed agencies. Formerly with Jill Corcoran Literary Agency.
@PHCrockett: my nudge to Timothy was because I'd had an R&R request from another agent. It does seems likely that he just doesn't respond on fulls. I hope you have better luck with others!
@orangrila - No, I haven't heard a thing since February. I should probably mark this as CNR, which is very disappointing. If the agent was willing to take the time to read the whole manuscript, he could have at least taken the time to send me a rejection email.
EQ: Dec. 07 auto-response confirming receipt.
FR: Mar. 20 Nice surprise!
@summergirl: I think it might be. No answer to my nudge of July 05. I'm closing out on this one.
I also received a full request on March 19, and I have not heard anything. Could this be his policy?
Have you heard back on your nudge, @PHCrockett? Good luck!
It's been 3 months since I submitted my manuscript, so I sent a nudge today through the Query Manager portal.
Full request 4/12/17. "Thank you for your patience. I confess that I was so inundated with submissions these past six months, it's been a challenge to review them in anything that resembled a timely manner."
3/19/17: Online form submission for MG monster story.
"Thank you for your submission. You may expect to hear something back from me within twenty-one days."
"I'm sorry, but your project does not sound like a fit for me at this time, and so I will have to pass. Thank you for considering me and best of luck with your future queries."
This is to notify you that your query was forwarded to my associate, Jill Corcoran, because it may be a better match. Thank you.
Thanks, @blanghinrichs! And to you!
@orangrila and @Summergirl Good luck!


Find DUI Lawyer in Eastern Alberta (St. Paul) Alberta T0A. Have you been arrested for a DUI? You now have important decisions to make. Because these are serious charges and you might need counseling from an lawyer.
Honestly, you must know you are facing serious consequences such as the loss of your driving privileges, numerous court appearances, restrictive conditions like an Ignition Interlock device and being locked up. Also other consequences as a result of a DUI charge is stress, sleep loss, damage to your reputation, insurance rate increases and more.
In my experience, prosecutors and judges treat those accused of a DUI differently than other citizens charged with a crime. If you have a DWI history then the DWI laws in Alberta require that you are punished even more severely. Avoiding the worst possible outcomes pretty much requires you to find the legal services of an experienced and dedicated DWI lawyers in Eastern Alberta (St. Paul) AB who is focused on defending your DWI case.
The chances of really beating a DWI charge are slim to none if you don't retain the services of a DUI lawyer. A DWI conviction will have lasting consequences on your life, including high fines and penalties,the loss of driving privileges, the imperilment of future job prospects, and more.
Hiring a DUI lawyer in Eastern Alberta (St. Paul) or your local area is your best chance of minimizing the fallout from a DUI.
As we all know, all cases vary and each charge has its disadvantages and advantages. And there are ways to have charges dropped, and unfortunately only a DWI lawyer knows about, but you don't. Most cases are very complicated and difficult to navigate, which makes it even more important to hire a DUI lawyer in Eastern Alberta (St. Paul) AB to protect your interests and your freedom. Knowing Alberta laws, having experience are important qualities in a defense Eastern Alberta (St. Paul) DWI lawyer.
Find someone who practices DUI defense exclusively. Look into the lawyer's reputation by speaking with friends, family or others who have been represented or dealt with the lawyer. See if they have they obtained proven results.
1. DUI School. Many states require a 12-100 hour course on alcohol and substance abuse. The school costs from $200 to $600, and if you were dumb enough to show up for the class after you've been drinking, you will be dismissed from the class and you'll have to pay the fee and take the course over again.
4. Community Service. Most states require 20-200 hours of community service for a DUI conviction in Eastern Alberta (St. Paul) Alberta.


Guest posting is a hot topic in the blogging world, raising questions about how the genre is used. Some find guest posts to be excessively promotional, while others think that the format allows sites to curate a collection of specialized expertise on topics of interest. If you don't know a lot about a topic, isn't it wise to bring in a more knowledgeable voice?
On the opposite side of the same question is the issue of whether or not you should offer your voice as a guest poster on other sites. Does writing elsewhere draw readers away from the work on your own site? While that's an unlikely outcome, many blogs have turned the useful and honorable role of the guest post into a site of contention.
Avoid the guest post battle trap, and focus on the value of these posts by curating the best expert content for your webpage. By harnessing the full impact of guest posts, you'll draw in a wider audience, build trust among readers, and improve your site's reputation as the place to go for high value content.
Read other blogs: One excellent way to find influencers in your industry is to read other blogs as well as more widely recognized industry publications. By reading these other sources, you'll be able to pinpoint individuals who are writing important articles that might be relevant to your site. Make sure that you're writing down these names and keeping track of any information that you have about them. This will make them easier to contact later.
Use automated tools to find influencers: There is an array of efficient tools out there designed specifically to help you find and engage with influencers. A few of our favorites are BuzzSumo, Traackr, and NinjaOutreach.
Monitor your curated content: Review the content you've curated to identify prominent authors and experts in your industry with a large following.
Curate and share their content: Curating content from influencers is a great way to get their attention and start building relationships. It helps bring them additional traffic, increases their social media followers, adds to the discussion they are already creating to make it more impacting, boosts SEO, and strengthens their overall online authority.
Reach out: Actually taking the leap to contact one of these thought leaders can be scary at first, but it's important to recognize that making these contacts can make the difference between breaking out of the minor leagues and into the big leagues in your given field. The extra traffic and high quality content that follows popular guest posters is highly valuable for this reason.
Stability of voice: Part of the reason why your site has loyal readership is connected to the ongoing stability of voice. Readers enjoy the way that your content is written and return, in part, for that familiar voice. That's why you should choose guest posters who have a similar writing voice to yours. This continuity will help your readers to feel comfortable with the material presented and will prevent your blog from appearing disparate and poorly planned.
Offer a clear introduction: It's especially important to offer a clear introduction of your guest poster when you work with writers who share your style. Preface their posts with a short introduction that explains who they are, frames why you've invited them to write here, and generally orients readers to the fact that something new is happening in this post. Since readers typically skim past the author component of a given blog post, this help to keep everything clear.
Leave your audience wanting more: One great analogy is to think about guest blogging as your favorite, long-running television show. Just like "guest starring" in a popular TV show, one appearance or fleeting cameo won't do much for you unless you absolutely crush it.
According to Online Marketing Strategist Tommy Walker, you should visualize "With [guest posting], you should absolutely try your hardest to write something where people demand you come back.
Collaboration is key: Work together with your partners to develop a plan for any guest posts. Can you get a great writer to commit to a five-column series for your site? If so, that's great. That kind of series gives your readers a chance to familiarize themselves with the guest writer and their work and helps you to build a stronger relationship with them. It's more likely that you'll be able to work with your guest writer again if you've established a strong relationship.
Find new places to guest post: On the other hand, as a guest poster, you may not want to commit to a single location, lending too much of your expertise to a site that isn't yours. Additionally, remaining with a single blog limits your audience: you can only gain so many new readers when you're writing for the same audience all of the time. For that reason, you may want to spread your guest posting energy around more, restricting posts to the same site to one or two in a given period of time.
Interview your guest poster: If there are some topics that you'd like your guest writer to cover, but you're uncertain about their writing style or are hoping for a wide-ranging post, consider interviewing your guest instead. This can help your site to avoid any problems with excessive self-promotion by guest writers that can harm your site rankings. It also gives you more control over what ends up in the final post without you seeming like an overly officious editor.
In some cases, guest posts can be more of a drag on your web presence than a benefit to your knowledge base and audience pool. But, how do you know who to work with and what to publish?
Research: In some cases, you can't know in advance which guest posters are less beneficial, while in other cases, research will quickly reveal that a particular writer runs a blog with poor-quality backlinks or low-value content. Backlinks are important, but as search engines become savvier, poor-quality links become more of hindrance than a benefit.
Guard against duplicate content: You also need to work with your guest writers to make sure that they aren't duplicating content that's already on your blog. If you're bringing in a guest writer, he or she should be able to write about things that your site currently doesn't have the skills to cover. Ask your guest writers to give you a general idea about what they'd like to write for your site, or ask them to write about a specific topic. They should be focused on your general content area but also be able to push the limits of your current work.
Creating quality content consistently is hard. Leveraging guest bloggers, employee advocates and other contributors in your efforts is an effective way to publish more, relevant content consistently. It's also a powerful way to drive more traffic and leads!
At the end of the day, guest posts should be an enjoyable aspect of your site or of your own work beyond your site. Work with people whom you trust, know your goals, and learn to recognize any red flags, and you'll be well on your way to guest post success.
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My family took some friends to Nicolitalia Pizzeria recently and I was very pleasantly surprised. This place is amazing!
Did you know that Zagat rated the best pizza in each state in an article called "50 States, 50 Pizzas" and Utah's pizza was none other than the Mahk Anthony at Nicolitalia Pizza (pictured above). I tried it out and it really is AMAZING. Chicken, spinach, garlic, romano cheese, hot peppers, bacon and mozzerella. My mouth is literally watering just writing about it.
This place is legit. See all those best of state awards? There is a reason. Let me tell you what blew this place out of the water though - the breadsticks. You have to try the breadsticks with their house sauce. My favorite breadsticks at any restaurant - ever. It was that good.
The thing that impressed me the most - honestly - was the staff. The owner and his wife are the nicest people you'll ever meet. We watched as they talked to all of the customers to make sure everything was just perfect. And not the awkward talking when you are just wanting them to leave you alone, but the friendly, easy to talk to personality that makes you actually want to be friends with these people.
SO...do you want to win everything I tried? An order of hot breadsticks and two large pizzas (I recommend the Mahk Anthony for sure) can be yours by entering below!
To enter, just leave a comment telling me what you are dying to try at Nicolitalia Pizzeria.
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This giveaway will end at 11:59 PM on February 11, 2014.
Pizza is my favorite! I would love to try it!
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I love nicolitalias but have never tried their mahk anthony and can't wait to try it!
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The Nicolitalia Special... Sounds incredible and I would LOVE to win.
I love Nicolitalias! Yum! I've been dying to try the Stradi di Roma!
Really want to try those breadsticks and the Marc Antony!
I want the breadsticks! Yumm!
I'd have to try the Mark Anthony Pizza, because then I could claim to have tasted one of the "Best Pizzas in America!" My mom also told me that when your pizza is done, they announce it in a funny Boston accent. I've never been there before and would love to take my kids!
We love going there. Their pizza is really good but we also like their wings!
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Buddhist Monks in Cambodia and Thailand Limit Religious Services Amid Pandemic
By Dipen Barua
Monks from Wat Matchan Tikaram in Bangkok wear face masks while on their daily alms round. From nationthailand.com
With strict stay-at-home orders and social-distancing measures limiting normal social interactions, Buddhist monks in Cambodia and Thailand have adjusted their daily habits and religious activities to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. While many monks are using live-streaming to reach their followers and offer prayers virtually during celebrations such as Vesak, which commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and passing from this world of the historical Buddha, many other religious rites, such as those held for the traditional Lunar New Year, have been scaled back or canceled altogether.
According to Thai monk Ven. Phra Surasak Suthanto, although many monastics still perform their daily alms rounds outside the temple, other ceremonies, rites, rituals, and celebrations are being adjusted, restricted, or canceled. "We still receive alms in the morning, but we wear face masks," said Ven. Suthanto. "When we give blessings, we have to keep a distance of around a meter or two." (The Star)
At the time of writing on 15 May, the Cambodian government had reported a total of 122 confirmed COVID-19 infections and no fatalities, while the Thai government had reported 3,018 confirmed infections and 56 deaths.*
Since the emergence of COVID-19 in both Buddhist-majority countries, monks have altered their daily routines and religious practices. Ven. Surasak noted that his temple had canceled nearly all outdoor services, including blessing ceremonies for new homes, businesses, and marriages, as well as rites to rid places of evil spirits. Ordination ceremonies have also been canceled or postponed.
"The only thing we still do is funerals. We tell people who attend funerals to wear face masks, and monks also wear them when we have to pray," said Ven. Surasak, adding that the duration of funeral ceremonies had been shortened to protect all involved. (The Star)
Monks observe social distancing while chanting in a pagoda in Phnom Penh. From thestar.com
In Cambodia, monks maintain social distancing by remaining inside monasteries, also known as pagodas. Laypeople wear face masks when they visit. Sand Somney, a spokesman for Cambodia's Ministry of Cults and Religion, said people were still allowed to visit pagodas without any limit on numbers, but they were required to maintain a distance of two meters from each other, wear masks, and not linger after making their offerings to the monks.
However, Ven. Try Thaney, a monk and university student at Wat Ounalom, a monastery in Phnom Penh, said he had seen very few people practicing social distance at the pagoda. "Like today, [in] most of the pagodas in Cambodia, monks are sitting near each other and I think maybe because of [fewer] cases in Cambodia," said Ven. Try, noting that there were only two active COVID-19 cases in the country. "I really hope that COVID-19 will be out of the country soon," he added. (The Star)
Ven. Sarin Samnang, a monk at Wat Sompovmeas in Phnom Penh, said he had stopped wearing face masks because no new cases had been announced in Cambodia in weeks, although he acknowledged that a second wave of infections could occur. He admitted that the chief monk of his pagoda had instructed the monks there to wear masks and to continue practicing social distancing.
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Kansas to Close Home Slate in Televised Dual with UNO
LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kansas swimming and diving already honored its four-person senior class as it does every year at the first meet of the season, but that doesn't mean Saturday's home finale won't be void of a little pomp and circumstance. Laura Bilsborrow, Bryce Hinde, Chelsie Miller and Haley Molden will all compete for the last time inside Robinson Natatorium, closing the most successful four-year period for KU in the Big 12 era in a televised dual with Nebraska-Omaha starting at 10 a.m.
Saturday's meet may be just another step in the Jayhawks' march toward the Big 12 Championship Meet in Austin, Texas, at the end of February, but it will also serve as another chance for the quartet to up a sparkling 16-5 (.762) dual meet record over the last four years in the team's historic venue. Among many individual highlights and achievements, the senior class, while sophomores, helped Kansas to its best finish in Big 12 history when the team finished second at the 2014 Big 12 Championships and posted a third-place finish at last year's meet. Both of those placings snapped a six-year rut that saw Kansas finish fourth at the league meet.
"All four of them have been very special to the program and brought a lot to it," Kansas head coach Clark Campbell said. "It's hard to believe their final dual meet is here, but as they know there is still a lot of swimming to go."
The swim against the Mavericks will be broadcast live throughout the state of Kansas on the Jayhawk Television Network (Time Warner Cable and Cox Communications in most areas) and will be carried simultaneously to a nation-wide audience outside the state lines on ESPN3. Time Warner Cable Sports Channel's Leif Lisec will handle the play-by-play, while former KU men's swimmer Brad Wells and former diver Kerri Brocker will serve as analysts.
"When we told them in our team meeting this week that this would be our TV meet they instantly perked up," Campbell said. "I know they're excited, not only to compete and finish out our dual season at home, but then having added plus of being on TV gets them really pumped. It's something in our sport that doesn't happen that much and when it does happen we're very appreciative for it."
Kansas is nearly spotless at home so far this year, posting a 4-1 dual record inside Robinson Natatorium and haven't lost a single race any event at home dating back to the first weekend of November. Last weekend the Jayhawks added two more victories to the win column after routing William Jewell, Morningside and Tabor.
"We're definitely racing better and we're taking what we're doing in training and implementing that into competitive situations," Campbell said. "This weekend is going to be fun. We're getting to the point in the season now that we want to use our meets to really sharpen up and a meet like this will be short, fast and it will be all about doing the little things right."
KU had a chance to see UNO earlier this season at the Big Challenge in Topeka. The championship-style meet, which allowed athletes the opportunity to wear technical suits, had an entirely different feel to Saturday's contest. Instead of a three-day meet featuring six squads, the two teams will go head-to-head in a sprint-formatted dual.
In place of the usual 100- and 200-yard distances in the strokes will be 50- and 100-yard distances with the 500-yard freestyle serving as the longest swim. Both the freestyle and medley relays will be 200-yards instead of the traditional 400-yard swims.
The Mavericks enter the weekend with a 3-5 dual meet record but have a pair of first-place finishes at invitational events in the past two months, including last week at the Grinnell Invite.
The meet serves as the midpoint of a grueling three week stretch of competition for Kansas which culminates with next weekend's championship-style dual meet at Iowa State before the team scales back training to prep for Big 12s Feb. 24-27.
The first event Saturday will begin around 10 a.m. and as with all Kansas swimming and diving home events, admission is free and open to the public. Due to the men's basketball game against Kentucky Saturday and live broadcast of ESPN's College Gameday, many campus parking lots will be restricted. Parking for the swimming and diving meet will be available a short walk to the east of Robinson Natatorium in KU Lots 34 and 61, between Alabama and Mississippi Streets off Sunnyside Avenue.


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Q: installing mod_wsgi giving 403 error installing mod_wsgi giving 403 error
httpd.conf i added code below
WSGIScriptAlias /wsgi "C:/xampp/www/htdocs/wsgi_app/wsgi_handler.py"

   <Directory "C:/xampp/www/htdocs/wsgi_app/">
    AllowOverride None
    Options None
    Order deny,allow
    Allow from all
    </Directory>

wsgi_handler.py
status = '200 OK'
output = 'Hello World!'
response_headers = [('Content-type', 'text/plain'), ('Content-Length', str(len(output)))]
start_response(status, response_headers)
return [output]

Note: localhost is my virtual host domain and it is working fine but when i request http://localhost/wsgi/ got 403 error.
<VirtualHost *:80>
    ServerAdmin postmaster@dummy-host2.localhost
    DocumentRoot "C:/xampp/www/htdocs/localhost"
    ServerName localhost
    ServerAlias www.localhost
    ErrorLog "logs/localhost-error.log"
    CustomLog "logs/localhost-access.log" combined
</VirtualHost>

Error log
[Wed Jul 04 06:01:54 2012] [error] [client 127.0.0.1] File does not exist: C:/xampp/www/htdocs/localhost/favicon.ico
[Wed Jul 04 06:01:54 2012] [error] [client 127.0.0.1] client denied by server configuration: C:/xampp/Bin/apache
[Wed Jul 04 06:01:58 2012] [error] [client 127.0.0.1] Options ExecCGI is off in this directory: C:/xampp/www/htdocs/wsgi_app/wsgi_handler.py
[Wed Jul 04 06:01:58 2012] [error] [client 127.0.0.1] client denied by server configuration: C:/xampp/Bin/apache
[Wed Jul 04 06:01:58 2012] [error] [client 127.0.0.1] File does not exist: C:/xampp/www/htdocs/localhost/favicon.ico
[Wed Jul 04 06:01:58 2012] [error] [client 127.0.0.1] client denied by server configuration: C:/xampp/Bin/apache

Note: My apache is not in c:/xampp/bin/apache it is in c:/xampp/bin/server-apache/

A: You're using different directories in your <Directory> and you <VirtualHost> directives.
In your Directory directive you've got
 <Directory "C:/xampp/htdocs/wsgi_app/">

In the VirtualHost you've got
DocumentRoot "C:/xampp/www/htdocs/localhost"

You need to fix it so the access rules and the DocumentRoot agree on the directory you want to use.

A: The error says that Options ExecCGI is off for the c:/xampp/www/htdocs/wsgi_app/wsgi_handler.py directory.
Have you tried turning Options ExecCGI on? Change Options None to Options +ExecCGI

A: You're not allowing access to the document root, just the WSGI root.
Add this within your <VirtualHost *:80> block:
<Directory "C:/xampp/www/htdocs/localhost">
    Order allow,deny
    Allow from all
</Directory>

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LG V35 ThinQ review
The LG V35 ThinQ seems precisely just like the LG V30S ThinQ, a telephone that appeared precisely just like the LG V30. Sure, it's the identical telephone, however a bit completely different – simply because the LG V30S ThinQ was to the LG V30. It's straightforward to see that LG has made a little bit of a large number of its V-series telephones.
Whereas this isn't the sweeping overhaul you might need been hoping for, it treads ahead by enhancing on a telephone that has aged nicely with refreshed specs virtually throughout the board. The cameras look like higher, and it homes the Snapdragon 845 with 6GB of RAM, to call just a few adjustments.
What does this imply for the LG G7 ThinQ, which just lately launched the world over? LG has now made a large number of that, too, as a result of if you need the perfect, newest specs in an LG telephone, you'll solely discover them within the V35 ThinQ proper now.
Given the massive push for the G7 ThinQ, the timing for this telephone's launch couldn't be more bizarre. We'll quickly be placing this telephone to the take a look at for the ultimate evaluation, however so far as first impressions go, no matter how it's possible you'll really feel a few thrice-recycled design, including extra energy to final yr's glorious LG V30 can solely be so unhealthy – although the third time round, it could solely be so good.
LG V35 ThinQ worth and availability
So far as we all know, the LG V35 will likely be a US-only affair, coming to AT&T as a service unique. In search of a worth? LG mentioned that it will likely be near the value of the LG V30, round $700, however hasn't shared an official quantity but.
For these open to switching carriers, you'll additionally be capable of purchase and apply it to Google's Project Fi service within the US. Whether or not Google will promote it instantly or just be suitable with the telephone hasn't been made clear, although there hasn't been a Fi-ready telephone but that hasn't popped up on the market by Google.
Whereas the AT&T and Fi-ready variations of the telephone could seem equivalent, the Fi model hosts compatibility with just a few extra 3G and 4G bands, so watch out which one you put money into.
Should you're hoping to have this telephone in your fingers quickly, you're in luck. Pre-sale begins on June 1 and the V35 ThinQ will formally launch on June eight.
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On the floor, this telephone's design hasn't modified in any respect because the LG V30 launched in September of 2017. You continue to have the all-glass design, fixed along with a aluminum body that gives military-grade integrity able to withstanding bends and drops, and IP68 safety in opposition to the weather.
The size are precisely the identical to the V30, that means any LG V30 case to procure or are contemplating will work on this one as nicely.
Not like the G7 ThinQ, LG hasn't imposed a Google Assistant key on its left aspect, neither is there an influence button on the appropriate. Issues are proper the place the corporate left issues with its unique V30 design.
Fortuitously, that's a superb factor, however could take some getting used to. Say what you'll concerning the rear-mounted fingerprint sensor that doubles as an influence button, however the V35 ThinQ holds true to the V-series custom of together with a three.5mm headphone jack, bolstered by a Quad DAC that enormously enhances the sound supply when utilizing wired headphones.
The V35 ThinQ will likely be accessible in two colours: black and gray. LG hasn't shared the official names for these colours, however we'll replace this text as soon as we all know for certain.
Specs and efficiency
On the within is the place you'll discover all of LG's new useful work. The LG V35 ThinQ is a correct refresh internally, swapping out final yr's Snapdragon 835 for a brand new Snapdragon 845, and its 4GB of RAM for 6GB, placing it barely above the Samsung Galaxy S9 and in direct competitors with the OnePlus 6 and HTC U12 Plus.
Throughout our hands-on, the V35 ThinQ didn't really feel notably sooner than the V30, although we're reserving judgment for the ultimate evaluation, the place we'll have the chance to check out the newest Android video games and apps.
With 6GB of RAM and a brand new chipset in tow, this telephone will likely be prepared for no matter it's important to throw at it for just a few years to come back, and because of the return of its 2,880 x 1,440 QHD OLED show that's fitted to an 18:9 side ratio, your visible leisure, be it motion pictures, video games or digital actuality by way of Google Daydream, will look glorious whereas strapped into the Google Daydream View.
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Rear-facing will get a minor bump up in megapixels
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Digicam and battery
We had a little bit of time to play with the digital camera app, which just like the LG G7 ThinQ, options Google Lens built-in, useful for real-time object recognition and copying textual content. This mannequin options enhancements over the unique V30's digital camera and software program, boosting the wide-angle lens to 16MP over 13MP.
The selfie cam is now a strong 8MP with f/1.9 aperture versus 5MP and f/2.2 aperture seen final yr. We're seeing huge enhancements right here. Photographs are not visibly blurry, which was an enormous oversight that LG appears to have lastly fastened.
LG has additionally added 4K HDR video recording to the V35, now placing LG's telephone in a moderately lonely (however rising) pack of telephones that may report in HDR alongside the Sony Xperia XZ2 and the LG G7 ThinQ.
Relating to battery efficiency, LG has opted for a similar three,300mAh battery capability that we discovered within the V30, full with wi-fi charging.
There's some concern extra highly effective chipset may put extra drag on the battery efficiency, although the Snapdragon 845 is claimed to be fairly a bit extra environment friendly than the Snapdragon 835. Simply how environment friendly is it? We'll discover out quickly.
Early verdict
LG appears fairly smitten with the V30, as that is technically the third telephone to be launched utilizing the identical design. It's arduous in charge LG although, as even after almost a yr of its preliminary launch, it nonetheless feels contemporary and greater than capable of tackle this yr's flagship all-stars.
With the introduction of the LG V30S ThinQ, LG shocked us by updating the V30 with a few of the newer telephone's largest promoting factors. Whereas it's not potential for LG to do the identical this time round, at the very least for the enhancements seen right here, it's arduous to say if the corporate may add Google Venture Fi help to the older mannequin.
Final yr, I described the V30 as "a smartphone that doesn't put the squeeze on helpful options, crammed to the brim with helpful utilities", and that sentiments rings true right here, albeit with rather less readability because it's this telephone's third go across the monitor.
Rather a lot has modified on the earth of smartphones up to now six to eight months. So, it needs to be attention-grabbing to place it up in opposition to the very newest gadgets for the complete evaluation.


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In the last 24 hours, The Young Turks' Cenk Uygur has been under fire for some blog posts he wrote in the early 2000s.
The American people voting Donald Trump as the USA President has been very controversial and a large amount of people are unhappy with it. Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson expressed interest in challenging Trump in 2020, although it sounds like he will have to delay this until 2024.
Matt Lauer has been fired from NBC News as of this morning. The firing came because of what NBC called 'inappropriate sexual behavior' although we don't know specifically what that means.
Less than a year ago, everything was going great for The Young Turks. The network, headed by Cenk Uygur, was doing better than ever, surpassing several billion views on Youtube, tens of thousands of subscribers, and dozens of channels and partners. And then in August, TYT announced that they had raised a whopping $20 million from seasoned names in the private equity industry.
Al Franken Accused of Sexual Assault, How Much Could The Allegations Cost?
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Is Kevin Dale Martin The Rancho Tehama Shooter?
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A major shooting occurred today in multiple sites in the Rancho Tehama area in California. The shooting has killed at least 5 people including the shooter, and included multiple location -- one of those locations was Rancho Tehama Elementary School. There were seven separate scenes, and it appears there was some sort of domestic violence incident related to the shootings.
Beverly Young Nelson has been named as another woman who has come forward saying that Roy Moore assaulted her when she was young.
Famous journalist and lawyer Seth Abramson has reviewed the testimony that Carter Page gave to the House Intel Committee days ago, and he found some shocking information, buried in the documentation.
News outlets are reporting that there has been a shooting in Sutherland Springs. The shooting occurred in Sutherland Springs, which is east of San Antonio.


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Other verses: Feet go stomp, lips go kiss, etc.
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I see your button nose.
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Literacy tip of the week: It is perfectly normal for your baby to explore books with their mouth. Board books and tub books are great for this purpose!


Sriangar: National investigation Agency has arrested Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front chief Yasin Malik in connection with alleged 'terror funding case'. Quoting officials, PTI reported that NIA has arrested Malik in the case. Malik was shifted from Jammu's Kot Balwal Jail to Delhi's Tihar Jail.
Srinagar: RSS leader who was injured in an attack on Tuesday has succumbed to injuries. BJP Spokesperson Sunil Sethi confirmed that Chandrakant Sharma died at GMC Jammu. Medical Assistant Chandrakant Sharma working at Kishtwar district hospital was injured in an attack by unknown gunmen while his PSO was shot dead.


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New Zealand Utility Bolsters Security Posture, Cost Savings, and Productivity Gains With Palo Alto Networks
Palo Alto Networks Santa Clara, CA Feb 28, 2017 at 02:00 PM
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – February 28, 2017 – Palo Alto Networks® (NYSE: PANW), the next-generation security company, announced that The Lines Company Ltd, which owns and operates an electricity distribution network on the North Island of New Zealand, moved to the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform as part of a comprehensive revitalisation of its IT infrastructure. The Lines Company's previous environment relied on firewalls that were complex to manage and failed to protect the utility from today's cyberthreats. The decision to use Palo Alto Networks slashed network bandwidth consumption by 40 percent, improved IT staff productivity, and helped the company to avoid $50,000 in software upgrades.
Palo Alto Networks gives The Lines Company a completely different approach to network security. Within the previous environment, more than 100 security infections were discovered during a proof-of-concept deployment, requiring over 200 hours in staff time to remediate. URL Filtering from Palo Alto Networks reduced network bandwidth consumption by 40 percent. The Lines Company also streamlined rules management using App-ID™ and User-ID™ technologies, shaving the number of rules it manages by 30 percent.
"The visibility we have with the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform is amazing. We have virtually eliminated security infections. Our security risk posture is ten fold what it was before we migrated to Palo Alto Networks. A combination of a great product coupled with an effective business partner, Network Service Providers, has allowed TLC to realize significant security and operational gains."
Andy Simpson, Head of Information Technology, The Lines Company Ltd
Two Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls were placed in a redundant configuration in The Lines Company's two data centres to allow for high availability services to critical 0800 phone services and user services. The company's SCADA network is also protected by separate Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls. The Next-Generation Security Platform includes Threat Prevention for inspecting and stopping cyberthreats that move laterally across the networks, and Palo Alto Networks WildFire™, a cloud-based threat analysis service. It also provides URL Filtering (PAN-DB) that keeps protections synchronized across the attack lifecycle with the latest threat intelligence on phishing and malware sites. Additionally, the technology includes GlobalProtect™ network security for endpoints that protects the mobile workforce against cyberattacks, evasive application traffic, malicious websites, command-and-control traffic, and both known and unknown threats.
About The Lines Company
The Lines Company owns and operates the electricity distribution network in the King Country region of New Zealand's North Island. The distribution area covers 13,700 km2 and is one of the largest network areas in New Zealand with no major urban centre. This makes TLC a specialist in providing power to out of the way places, from the iron sands of the west coast to the highest points in the North Island of New Zealand (the Turoa and Whakapapa skifields on Mount Ruapehu). As well as keeping power flowing to homes and businesses in the region TLC also provide a full range of electrical contracting service. Several hydro generation schemes are also owned and operated by TLC.
Palo Alto Networks is the next-generation security company, leading a new era in cybersecurity by safely enabling applications and preventing cyber breaches for tens of thousands of organisations worldwide. Built with an innovative approach and highly differentiated cyberthreat prevention capabilities, our game-changing security platform delivers security far superior to legacy or point products, safely enables daily business operations, and protects an organisation's most valuable assets. Find out more at www.paloaltonetworks.com.
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I've also included my original Litecoin cgminer, so you can easily switch between the two.
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Policies and Administrative Procedures of the ASTB
The ASTB is an acronym for the Aviation Selection Test Battery. It is administered at numerous custody sites, including Navy Recruiting Districts (NRDs) and Marine Corps Officer Selection Offices (OSOs). Although the test is mainly administered via a paper format, sometimes it can also be done by using a computer.
The Commandant Marine Corps and the Navy Personnel Command makes use of the ASTB for the selection of candidates for the pilot and flight officer programs for Marine Corps and the Navy. The marks obtained in some parts of it are also used in the recruitment of applicants for Officer Candidate School (OCS).
Policies and Administration Procedures
As already mentioned in the preceding paragraph, the ASTB may be conducted either by using a pencil and paper or with the use of a computer; the former is more commonly used in comparison to the latter.
The test involves three versions namely Form 3, Form 4 and Form 5. Each of the formats is based on the same format, the number of questions and subtests, the pattern of questions differ from one another. The applicants are required to answer the questions within 2.5 hours.
Retest Policy
The retest policy provides applicants with the opportunity to appear for the test once more to improve their scores. However, the candidates who wish to take a retest are required to wait for the 31 days from the actual date when they had taken their Form 3 test. In such a scenario, a candidate can take Form 4 and 5 in their second testing session. A candidate is allowed to take a test for a maximum of 3 times from the actual day on which they had taken the first test. The third and the final attempt at all the three forms of the test is administered on the 91st day following the date of the first retest.
Apart from the cap on the number of times a candidate can take the test, there is also a provision prohibiting a candidate from taking a test too early. If a candidate takes the test earlier than the completion of at least 31 days, it is considered as an illegal test.
An illegal test can kill the chances of making it to the final selection list of candidates in two ways: the scores received by a candidate in the test is not considered for selection but it is counted as one of the three attempts made by a candidate to take the test.
So, it is strongly recommended that a candidate should exercise caution while making a decision to take a retest. If you have questions or queries regarding ASVAB Test in New York, feel free to contact ASVAB Tutoring at the earliest. From training to course materials, we provide a comprehensive solution to building a successful career in the military.


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