The Cutlery Heritage of Cattaraugus, Little Valley and Bradford
In 1849, Cattaraugus, New York, became the nation's first railroad boomtown, situated alongside what was then the longest rail line in the world: the New York and Lake Erie Railroad. According to village historian Patrick Cullen, founding collector of the American Museum of Cutlery in Cattaraugus, the town's population swelled from a handful to 2,000 within weeks of the announcement that the new railroad would change course and run through the village.
With the influx of population came the demand for "cutlery," historically defined as "edged tools," or anything that would cut, including axes and knives of all types. This was a high priority for settlers who needed to clear forests, as well as to feed, clothe and protect themselves.
As a result, nearly a dozen cutlery companies were started in southwestern New York and northern Pennsylvania, representing the highest concentration of cutlery companies in the Western Hemisphere at that time. By the turn of the 20th century, approximately 70 different cutlery companies were operating within 100 miles of Little Valley. It was called the Magic Circle. Names such as the Tidioute Cutlery Company and Cattaraugus Cutlery Company became well known in the industry. From those early pioneers, three popular manufacturers evolved and remain in the region today.
In 1949, Alcoa (Aluminum Company of America) in Olean, NY, reached out to Case Cutlery in nearby Bradford, PA, for its knife making expertise. In a joint venture, the two companies formed Alcas, which in turn created a new line of cutlery, Cutco. As the story goes, sales representatives from WearEver, a subsidiary of Alcoa, were meeting with potential cookware customers when they noticed home cooks were having difficulty slicing roasts being prepared for a dinner party. These industry reps had a keen eye and relayed the need for high-quality cutlery to their managers. Cutco became the result, its name derived from a company once owned by WearEver, the Cooking Utensil Company.
The original concept was to make knives the consumer could depend on for a lifetime, and that promise remains to this day. "If an old Cutco knife is found in your grandmother's drawer," states Kathleen Donovan, senior public relations coordinator at Cutco, "we will repair, polish, sharpen and clean it and send it back to you. No receipt or registration is required. This is our Forever Guarantee that's been in place since 1949."
Today, Cutco holds the distinction as the largest manufacturer of kitchen cutlery in the United States and Canada. The Olean campus employs 650 workers (a number that doesn't reflect the large sales force working as independent contractors). Generations of families have worked at the company and many employees have been at their jobs for over 20 years. Its sister company,
KA-BAR, produces high-quality military, hunting, specialty and utility knives.
In Bradford, Case Knives handcrafts traditional pocket knives, fixed-blade hunting knives and collectables, including specially licensed products which bear some of the most iconic brand names in the world. The company remains one of the largest American companies primarily making traditional pocket knives. Case also continues to be one of the most collected of all American knife brands.


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Boudl Group History
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We are currently experiencing a modern resurgence of hemp and its associated cannabidiol (CBD) products. While this plant may seem new, it’s actually one of the world’s oldest and first agricultural crops. Hemp is an extremely versatile crop and has been used for thousands of years for products like clothing, fuel, paper, rope, food, and human and animal wellness. However, a series of laws throughout the 20th century brought the burgeoning industry to a halt. Recent legislature in the 2014 and 2018 United States Farm Bills has made it possible again for growers and researchers alike to begin hemp production. This video is a very brief history of this historical crop and what lead to its modern resurgence.


Pioneer Women: The Lives of Women on the Frontier
“Using photographs from more than 30 archives and anecdotes drawn from letters, diaries, local histories, and oral history interviews, Peavy and Smith, popular writers who have collaborated frequently in the past, reconstruct the world of frontier women, emphasizing...their determination to persevere...Topics include traveling to the west, establishing new homes, maintaining families, women's work inside and outside the home, and community activities. The book...is richly detailed, evocative, and sure to stimulate interest in its subject matter...[It] serves as a needed corrective for the more romanticized versions of western history.”
“If only one book about women in the West were available, this certainly would be an appropriate choice.”
“Pioneer Women is intelligent and well-written, a welcome addition even for readers who know the field.”
--Lillian Schlissel, Women's Diaries
of the Westward Journey
“Pioneer Women is the successful result of the ambitious undertaking of the authors, who wished to provide a one-volume overview of women's experiences in the American West...[The work provides] a multicultural perspective that includes the experiences of Native American women and [other] women of color as well as those of recent immigrants from Europe...a fine introduction to the history of westering women.”
“Focusing mainly upon the decades from the 1840s into the early 20th century, Pioneer Women...is a successful blend of the popular and academic, and its extensive bibliography a boon to readers who want to delve more deeply.”
--Journal of the West
"Pioneer Women offers a rare look at frontier life through the eyes of the women who settled the American West. The authors portray a wide variety of women, from those who found liberty in 'men's work' to those who felt burdened by the weather and the struggle of frontier life. They include the experiences of women of all colors as well as colorful and infamous figures such as Calamity Jane and Carry Nation. The women's hardships, hopes, fears, and courage are revealed in excerpts from journals, letters, and oral histories. A fascinating collection of photos reveals the faces as well as the voices of frontier women."
--University of Oklahoma Press jacket copy
Created by The Authors Guild
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For 50 years, the Crain family has been providing the equipment needed to grow a community
From humble beginnings in 1972, Huntsville Tractor and Equipment has grown up right along with the city of Huntsville itself. Over the years, though the location has changed, the mission has not. The mission is to provide the most reliable and knowledgeable source of equipment, service and support in North Alabama.
J. Bobby Crain moved his family to Huntsville, AL to purchase Huntsville Ford Tractor Sales, Inc. which was located on Clinton Avenue next to Pinhook Creek. They sold only Ford products in this 10,000 square feet facility.
Outgrew the location on Clinton and moved into a brand new 25,000 square foot facility on University Drive, what is now the Earth Fare shopping center across from Madison Square Mall. At that time it was the only business between Sparkman Drive and the east side of Athens, AL.
Expanded the product line to include Ford Construction Equipment.
Product line expanded again to include Kubota Branded Equipment.
Outgrew location and moved to our current location on Research Park Boulevard. This modern 35,000 square foot facility was built to accommodate even more growth.
The name was changed to Huntsville Tractor and Equipment, Inc.
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In the early 1940s, Dr. Morris Collen was recruited by Dr. Sidney Garfield to help him run a medical practice he was forming to treat thousands of workers at a California shipyard owned by Henry J. Kaiser. That practice would eventually grow to become Kaiser Permanente, the country’s largest provider of managed medical care.
Dr. Collen was chief of medical services at Kaiser Permanente’s hospital in Oakland from 1942 to 1952, when he became its medical director. The next year, he was appointed physician-in-chief at Kaiser’s hospital in San Francisco. He became head of the research division in 1961 and remained in that position until 1979.
As a clinician and researcher, he is recognized around the world for his pioneering work in applying computer technology to medicine and developing new methods for the acquisition, processing, and study of patient data.
He led a growing research team that produced hundreds of distinguished research papers in the pioneering days of bringing the computer into the world of patient care. He made sure that continually developing and enhancing medical research capabilities would be a core value of Kaiser Permanente.
As an author and editor, Dr. Collen published extensively in the areas of internal medicine, preventive medicine, health services research, and medical informatics. His publications include more than 180 articles and five books.
Dr. Collen was elected to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences in 1981 and served as Chair of the National Library of Medicine’s (NLM) Board of Scientific Counselors from 1985 to 1987. As an NLM Scholar-in-Residence from 1987 to 1993, he wrote a history of medical applications of the computer.
Since 1993, the American Medical Informatics Association has given an award in Dr. Collen’s name, recognizing physicians who make significant contributions to scientific literature, and to the health of our communities.
The organization in which Dr. Collen was a founding partner has grown and evolved over the years and has always remained true to his vision. Morlen Health, a combination of Morris and Collen, represents a return to the roots of that vision and a continuation of his uncompromising commitment to excellence in all phases of patient care.


Lumbini- Birthplace of Lord Buddha
Lumbini associated with the birth of Lord Buddha is of immense archeological and religious importance and also a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site. It is said that Prince Siddhartha Gautam, who later became Buddha the ‘Enlightened One’, was born in the gardens of Nepal's Lumbini in 623 B.C. The main shrines of Lumbini are the newly restored Mayadevi Temple, the Ashokan Pillar behind the temple and the Lake Shakya Puskarini where Mayadevi is said to have bathed before delivering the little Buddha into the world.
Several other places near Lumbini are linked with stories connected to Buddha and Buddhism. Lumbini is about 300 kilometers south-west of Kathmandu. Buses and flights to Bhairawa which is about 22 kilometers from Lumbini, are available from major cities. From Bhairawa transport services to Lumbini are easily available. There are sufficient hotels and restaurants in Lumbini and Bhairawa.


High precision MEMS sensors since 1965
The roots of Sensonor and its technology go back to 1965. In 1985 the Company started operating as an independent entity under the name Sensonor, until it was acquired by Infineon Technologies in 2003.
In 2009 the company split from Infineon in a MBO supported by local investors to continue its focus on MEMS based sensors, however aiming at applications and markets requiring high precision sensors with a special focus on inertial (Gyro and IMU). From 2012 Sensonor has been under ownership of a Swiss based investment group.
Based out of Horten, about 100 km south of Oslo in Norway, Sensonor has for more than 30 years played a significant role in the development of the global MEMS industry. Over the years, more than 250 million pressure sensors, more than 250 million accelerometers, and more than 2 million gyros have been shipped to customers for use in numerous type of applications.
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A wonderful opportunity for attendees to informally network in a relaxed venue, by the water, enjoying a light buffet and drinks. You can even learn about the history of the waterways in London! This event has been very popular in the past, so be sure to book your place early!
- Your chance to network with fellow attendees in relaxed surroundings
- Join us at the London Canal Museum which celebrates the story of London's inland waterways as well as the history of the ice industry in London.
- Enjoy a guided tour of the exhibit
- Sip a cool drink whilst overlooking the canal basin and listening to acoustic music from a folk duo
- Chat whilst serving yourself from the sumptuous grazing table
- A unique evening, not to be missed!


Do you know the story of rhinoplasty ?
Reconstructive surgerye of the nasal pyramid is one of the first interventions described in the history of medicine. Over the centuries, surgeons have developed techniques aimed at reconstructing the nose traumatized or amputated by the disease. It was only at the end of the 19th century that the notion of aesthetic rhinoplasty appeared and since then the techniques have continued to evolve to be refined.
The nose, a key area in the beauty of a face
This surgery represents today one of the most performed aesthetic procedures. The current sophistication of techniques is the culmination of several centuries of history marked by many surgeons. All of these techniques result from the detailed understanding of the anatomical, surgical and artistic nose.
What'intervention that is medical Where surgical, the goal of rhinoplasty is of to correct the unsightly elements of the nose in order to obtain a harmonious nose, thus bringing more balance to the face. In some cases, rhinoplasty can improve the respiratory function of the nose.
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Located along the River Clyde in the City of Glasgow Scotland, Riverside Museum is a wonderful venue dedicated to the history of transport, a winner of the 2013 European Museum of the Year award.
There’s no entrance fee to see the display of heritage vehicles, which include trams, locomotives, buses, cars, motorcycles, skateboards and even baby strollers (or Prams as they are referred to in Scotland). An abundance of interactive video displays are located throughout and there’s something to please everyone, young and old.
In one particular section of the museum, you will find a historic Glasgow streetscape. Like stepping through a time machine, you can take a stroll down a cobbled stoned road, see old cars and trams, shop windows filled with vintage display goods, and even find an entrance to a mock subway station, where visitors can take a virtual ride on one of the original rolling stock.
However, visitors may most admire the exterior of the building and it’s unique design and style of architecture, truly an amazing work of art, beautifully situated on the banks of the River Clyde.
Visitors to Glasgow must not miss this museum, a fantastic way to spend an afternoon, and with no admission fee required, one can’t argue with the price!
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In 1964, main character, Glory, is turning twelve and without her (at first) realizing it, the civil rights movement. Augusta Scattergood’s “Glory Be” tells the story of the summer Glory turned twelve. It takes place in Hanging Moss, Mississippi where not everyone is ready to move forward. And by move forward I mean black and white not being so black and white.
In this fiction book, the reader experiences friendship, bullying, coming of age, sisterhood, father relationships, and of course a little peak into the history of segregation.
“Glory Be” is a good read to introduce the concept of civil rights and begin building discussion.


Golden triangle is perhaps the most favored journey circuits in northern India. Metropolitan areas protected using this type of interesting vacation circuit Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Annually a lot of tourists from several parts of the planet embark on gold triangle vacation and excursions. In this wonderful touring substitute in northern India travelers have a fantastic chance to Have got a profound Perception into wealthy cultural heritage of India by viewing a variety of historical and heritage monuments like Pink Fort, India Gate, Qutub Minar, Taj Mahal, Itmad-Ud-Daullah, Agra Fort, Buland Darwaza, Metropolis Palace, Jantar Mantar, Amber Fort and Hawa Mahal. Travelers can notice An impressive mixture of ancient allure and modernity During this touring different in northern India.
It has been one of the most modern day towns in your entire world but still maintains its ancient charm. Traveling inside this historic town is a exceptional adventure for vacationers have an excellent chance to go to numerous historic and heritage monuments together with a number of contemporary sights. There are actually just 3 UNESCO entire world heritage web sites inside this town. These are Qutub Minar (the greatest brick minaret in the world), Purple Fort (one of several extremely opulent Mughal fortresses in India) and Humayun's Tomb (the pretty 1st backyard grave of India).
The subsequent vacation spot of Golden triangle vacation is Agra - the city of Taj Mahal. Agra is a good looking city located in the banking institutions of Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh. Similarly Delhi, Agra also characteristics 3 UNESCO world heritage Sites. The Taj Mahal (the indicator of love) is popular for its matchless architectural splendor and under no circumstances fails to entice website visitors arriving from several portions of the Earth for India journeys. This stunning romance Tale was crafted by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan from the participating in of his darling spouse, Mumtaz Mahal. The vista of white marble monument Taj Mahal is simply matchless Specially for the duration of sunrise, sunset or entire moonlight. Agra Fort, designed by Mughal emperor Akbar, is renowned for its architectural excellence. It's also known as the infant Taj or the Smaller Taj Mahal or even the Draft of your Taj Mahal. Chances are you'll adore Agra excursions an excellent offer.
Jaipur, the pink town of India, is the following and past vacation spot of thrilling Golden Triangle Excursions. It's the condition cash of Rajasthan and famous for magnificent temples & palaces, havelis, temples, gardens and heritage resorts. Chances are you'll really like a fantastic offer the appeal of Delhi Agra Jaipur excursions using this type of exciting India tour offer. So, occur and investigate these three historic towns of India and treasure journey of the lifetime.
Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour handles the all the sightseeing of gold triangle in India specifically Delhi Agra Jaipur.
Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour facilitates you to definitely pomp India through the liveliest fashion. The unbelievable perspective on the magnificent and ostentatious architecture of your temples together Using the wealthy tradition of art and tradition are the leading attraction of your tour. This tour covers a few lovely cities of your country which are reckoned for background in addition to epic grandeur.
Delhi Agra more info Jaipur Tour addresses the all of the sightseeing of gold triangle in India namely Delhi Agra Jaipur.
Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour facilitates you to pomp India from the liveliest fashion. The unbelievable watch on the magnificent and ostentatious architecture in the temples in combination While using the abundant custom of art and custom are the leading attraction in the tour. This excursion addresses a few lovely metropolitan areas from the country that happen to be reckoned for historical past along with epic grandeur.
All these sites are well known for personification in the Indian historic, architectural and cultural heritage.
If you'd like to go through the authentic attractiveness of India and possess a restricted timeframe, Delhi Agra Jaipur tour is perfect for you. It's to acquire a working day trip that provides you the true architectural and cultural heritage. On the incredibly initial dayyou can have an understanding of one of many earliest metropolitan areas of your World. You could take a look at Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate and some of the aspects of central Delhi. Along with this you will also pay a visit to Himayun Tomb and Qutub Minar and from the afternoon it's possible you'll visit Jaipur.
On the next dayyou may go to the hilltop fortress and ascend the imposing fort on a painted elephant.
From the midday it's possible you'll stop by the aged walled metropolis of Jaipur the'pink city'. That is meticulously constructed over the traces of your Shilpa-Shastra architecture. Later on inside the dayyou may well stop by Jantar Mantar, Hawa Mahal, more mature metropolis palace as well as the memorial that Show the rare fusion of Mughal and the Hindu architecture. Here you can take pleasure in a unusual collection of paintings of Rajasthani armory plus the costumes. check here During the night you may notice the vitality of Rajasthani folk lifestyle at Chokhi Dhani.
The following day you may en-route Fatehpur Sikri to Agra that may be globally renowned with the Taj Mahal.
This architectural grandeur on the fort and the palaces is really a vivid reminder of sixteenth and the early 17th hundreds of years. For virtually any tourist, his India Tour is incomplete without any Taj Mahal-the indicator of affection.
It absolutely was built with the Moghul Emperor Shahjehan for Queen Mumtaz Mahal for getting enshrining her mortal remains.
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In observance of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church join together in worship on Sunday, October 29th at 11:00am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Park City, Utah.
Many people ask about the significance of what happened 500 years ago when Martin Luther prepared and posted his 95 theses at Wittenberg, Germany. Luther’s action started a dialogue that changed the way Lutherans receive and share the gospel. In the last 50 years Lutherans and Catholics have been engaged in dialogues both nationally and globally that have led to a remarkable series of agreements on church teaching and practice…conversations about church, ministry, and Holy Communion that are on-going and building stronger Catholic-Lutheran relations.
The 500th anniversary of the Reformation is an opportunity to communicate the Reformation’s significance for faith and life in the twenty-first century as well as the freedom we have in Christ that liberates us for a renewed life of joyfully serving our neighbors and creation. The 500th anniversary of the Reformation is an opportunity, as Lutherans and Catholics, to commemorate our common understanding of the past, our collaboration in the present, and our hopes for the future.
From an Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, ELCA, Lutheran’s perspective, we are surrounded with a spirit of thankfulness. In that spirit the 500th anniversary of the Reformation is an opportunity to bear witness to the hope and joy we have in our relationship with Jesus Christ. We Lutherans overwhelmingly use the word “grace” when describing our relationship with God. Martin Luther described grace as “God’s favor or good will toward us” in Jesus Christ. This liberating experience of who God is for humankind is the heart of Lutheran teaching and practice as Lutherans live and serve in a wide range of contexts in the United States and globally. We understand that our sharing of God’s gifts is not an end point but rather a part of our faith journey. We journey forward in greater unity with our ecumenical partners, especially our Roman Catholic sisters and brothers. We celebrate that Pope Francis joined with Lutherans to inaugurate the 500th anniversary year at the Lund Cathedral in Sweden. We join Pope Francis and commemorate our common Christian past, our shared present, and a future of hope. Together we joyously proclaim Christ’s presence, the love of God, in our lives.
Christ’s Peace, Pastor Steve Leiser


Tenuta Valdipiatta is an estate vineyard and winery in south-eastern Tuscany, in the heart of Italy’s Vino Nobile di Montepulciano region. Montepulciano has over 2,500 years of wine-growing history. Its red wines are made from Italy’s signature red wine grape, the Sangiovese, or ‘Prugnolo’ as locals call it here. Valdipiatta has always been family owned. It was founded in the 1960's by the original owner and subsequently acquired at the end of the 1980's by Giulio Caporali, who fulfilled his dream of living in one of Tuscany's most beautifully preserved, rural environments while making his own wine. In 2002 Giulio handed the running of Valdipiatta over to his daughter Miriam. Miriam was well prepared, having studied business in Rome and winemaking in Bordeaux. "What I learnt there was that smooth-tasting wines with unique and interesting flavours could only be made with environmentally respectful grape-growing and sensitive winemaking", Miriam says.
Father and daughter, Giulio and Miriam Caporali, are the perfect wine-growing team. Giulio is a great student of the history of Vino Nobile and the town of Montepulciano, having translated a 700 year-old text of medieval law regulating the production and trade of local wine. He has also written about Porsenna, the legendary founder of the town and the last king of Rome and the Etruscans, the ancient people who gave their name to Tuscany and were the first to produce Vino Nobile wines in Montepulciano. Miriam Caporali is a winemaker constantly walking her vineyards, observing the differences between grapes grown on light sandy soils or on denser clay, then picking and fermenting them accordingly.


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Grant Fuhr was the main man between the pipes during the Edmonton Oilers dynasty of the 1980’s. On a team that featured legends such as Gretzky, Messier, and Kurri; Fuhr was the netminder that earned a reputation for being one of the most clutch goalies of his era. Indeed, Gretzky refers to Fuhr as the greatest goalie in NHL history. A five-time Stanley Cup Champion, Fuhr’s legendary career was capped off by his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2003.
Drafted 8th overall by the Oilers in the 1981 NHL Draft, Fuhr wasted little time making his mark and establishing himself with the team. In his rookie season (1981-82), he played in 48 games, winning 28 to set a new franchise record for wins by a goalie in a season and pacing the club to first place in the Campbell Conference. Along the way, he won 23 consecutive games, still an NHL record for a rookie goalie. Going into the playoffs, the Oilers had high expectations but ultimately bowed out in the first round thanks to a shocking upset by the Los Angeles Kings.
That was just the beginning for Fuhr and the Oilers as a preeminent force in the NHL. He represented the team at the 1982 All Star Game, his first of 7 appearances at the League’s annual celebration of its best players. Along with Andy Moog, Fuhr was part of a goalie tandem that saw a decade of dominance in Edmonton—the pair led the team to first-place finishes in the Smythe Division and Campbell Conference every year from 1981-82 to the 1986-87 season. Regular season supremacy spurred on by the most potent offensive force in NHL history was an rite of passage for the Oilers. Fuhr himself was a contributor to that attack, as he set an NHL record for assists by a goalie in a season, notching 14 helpers in the 1983-84 campaign.
Fuhr was the man for the Oilers dynasty that won four Cups in five years from 1984 to 1988. He had surpassed Moog as the true #1 goalie in those years, and playoff success entrenched that status. In 1984, as the Oilers won their first Cup in franchise history, Fuhr played all but two games that spring, including all five games in the Finals, where the Oilers crushed the Islanders and usurped their place at the top of the mountain.
Were it not for an errant pass by Steve Smith in Game 7 of the Campbell Finals in 1986 that caromed off of Fuhr’s leg an into the back of the net, the team likely would have won five straight championships to equal the mark of the late 1950’s Canadiens. In 1987-88, Fuhr played in 75 games in the regular season, winning 40 of them in his most dominant calendar year. The summer previous, he played every game for Canada at the Canada Cup, backstopping one of the greatest assembled squads in history to gold. His NHL regular season campaign merited the only Vezina Trophy win of his storied career. In the playoffs, Fuhr lost only two games from start-to-finish, including a sweep of the Boston Bruins in the Finals.
Injuries and off-ice problems plagued the final years of Fuhr’s tenure in Edmonton. He missed the Oilers’ final championship run in 1990 due to injury, and a lengthy suspension in 1990-91 reduced his impact with the team. He was traded to Toronto that summer, where he stayed for a season and a half, before moving on to Buffalo to mentor a young Dominik Hasek. In 1995-96, he joined the Blues (and Gretzky joined him at the deadline) where he revitalized himself, playing an NHL record 79 games including 76 consecutive contests. Though he never regained the form and success of the Oilers years, Fuhr retired in 2000 having won 400 NHL games, five Stanley Cups, and earning a place in the pantheon of the all-time Greats of Hockey.
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In 1864, trout were successfully acclimatised into Tasmania. This amazing achievement was significant considering there were several failed attempts prior to this!
Today Tasmania claims the purest strains of wild trout in the world.
In 2014 Tasmania celebrated the 150 year anniversary of wild trout in Tasmania.
TGALT commemorated the anniversary with a variety of activities, one of them being a photographic competition. There were many stunning photos submitted and we are happy to now be able to share them with you here.


What better way to celebrate the independence of Singapore than with a whisky of equal age. The Glenfiddich 50 Year Old was given a refresh to celebrate this historic occasion. Just 5 bottles of this rare cask were given this exclusive honour, and presented in a hand stitched black leather case. Creative included update to bottle, booklet, case and certificate.
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Looking to explore Bali beyond the bustling tourist spots? We invite you to take a day or two to explore the island’s bountiful, rich culture and tradition.
One of the most enduring things about Bali is its culture and tradition that remain intact and are very much alive and thriving despite the predominant modernisation that slowly overtaking the island. Everywhere you go, you’ll spot the island’s culture; from the simple canang (Balinese Hindu offering) and parades of ceremonies dotting the streets, to the arts and stone temples hidden in the thick of the forest.
Here are some of the place for you to start getting to know the island deeper.
Sitting rather majestically on the southern slope of Bali’s second highest volcanic mountain, Mount Batukaru, this sacred Balinese Hindu temple is one of the nine kayangan jagat (directional temples) built to protect the island from evil spirits. Erected in 11th century, Batukaru Temple–or locally known as Pura Luhur Batukaru–was dedicated to the ancestors of the kings of the Tabanan regency. However the temple was destroyed in 1604, and rebuilt in mid 90s. Just like many other sacred temples in Bali, this temple hosts a number of shrine with its most important one, 7-tiered meru (wooden pagoda-like structure) dedicated to the God of Mount Batukaru.
Today, Batukaru Temple remains an extremely sacred site for the local Balinese Hindu population. Many of its grounds remain off-limits to visitors even when there is no ceremonies and events throughout the year. Apart from being a site for ceremonies, the temple also serves as a first stop one must make before climbing up to the summit of Mount Batukaru as well as the place the annual pilgrimage where you may see thousands of worshipers trails the path to the mountain at once.
Taman Ayun Temple
Another temple of interest is Taman Ayun Temple, one of Bali’s most sacred temples and boasts tall, ancient pagodas that appear to touch the sky. The temple features relics, four former royal courts, and jaw-dropping views. There are a network of lotus ponds and gardens snaking through the temple that takes you on a spiritual journey through time.
Despite the lavish, star-studded hotels and bustling restaurants in Seminyak, the city does have an ancient landmark hidden away behind designer boutiques. You can visit the Petitenget Temple, a centuries-old temple constructed with red bricks and dotted with shrines and small pavilions.
In fact, the temple is one of many sea temples tasked to spiritually guard the island since the 16th Century. While the temple is not as big or as impressive as other Bali temples, it is worth visiting nonetheless.
For history buffs, the Bali Provincial State Museum is a must-visit destination if you want to gain a well-rounded insight into Bali’s rich history and culture. The complex displays a cluster of several buildings and each building shows objects and artifacts with great historical importance. Displayed items include textiles, ceremonial knives, intricately carved masks, wooden carvings, clothes, and much more.
If you have a passion for archaeology, the museum offers an insight into Bali’s far past into the Mesolithic Period. Here, you’ll discover a vast array of stone tools, including other incredible archaeological findings dating back to 800BC.
Additionally, you can visit a park and a memorial located an hour’s ride away from the museum.
Purpa Fine Art Gallery Seminyak
When in Seminyak, you must visit the Purpa Fine Art Gallery. The gallery is located not far from Hotel Indigo Seminyak and exhibits extraordinary pieces of art on display. Visitors to the gallery will be greeted by Ari, an art collector, artist, and owner of the art gallery.
Ari’s gallery boasts a collection of local art, made by locals as well as international pieces imported from far away. You’ll find many art pieces feature a diverse spectrum of colors, as well as painting styles made by other talented art masters. All in all, the items on display are nothing but breath-taking.
You might find yourself wanting to buy a piece or two and of course, you’ll also learn valuable information about art from Ari. This place is well-loved by many who come here. Needless to say, the Purpa Fine Art Gallery is the place to go for art lovers.


Discover all stages of Alfa Romeo’s legendary history
1923 ALFA ROMEO RL
Enzo Ferrari, founder of the Ferrari automobile brand, began his career with a brief stint as a test-driver for C.M.N (Costruzioni Meccaniche Nazionali). He was quickly promoted to race car driver and subsequently left to work and compete for Alfa Romeo in 1920.
In 1930, Ferrari founded Scuderia Ferrari, concentrating his efforts on the development and management of Alfa Romeo’s racing team; Scuderia Ferrari included the legendary driver Tazio Nuvolari. Ferrari left Alfa Romeo on 1938 and founded Auto Avio Costruzioni (AAC).
1923 ALFA ROMEO RLTF
Italian race car driver, Ugo Sivocci, holds a special place in Alfa Romeo’s history. He began his career in 1920 when he was hired by Alfa Romeo to race alongside Enzo Ferrari and Antonio Ascari on a three-man works team. He later began to race the Alfa Romeo RL, winning many races and boosting his status as a driver, particularly after a high-profile win at the 1923 Targa Florio. Unfortunately, that same year Sivocci tragically lost his life in an accident while testing the new Alfa Romeo P1 on the Monza circuit. His Alfa Romeo P1 was missing the traditional green cloverleaf (“quadrifoglio verde”) on the body, which was considered a lucky charm. Since then all of Alfa’s race cars featured the “Quadrifoglio Verde” symbol on their bodies.
1925 ALFA ROMEO P2
Antonio Ascari’s successful but tragic career in motorsport racing has undoubtedly earned him a legendary status. By 1919 Ascari was racing cars in some of the most prestigious competitions in Italy and it was only a matter of time before he began driving for Alfa Romeo. Though he successfully raced Alfa cars at various events in the early 1920s, Ascari’s first major victory came in 1924 with the Alfa Romeo P2 when he became the first Italian driver to win the Italian Grand Prix in Monza.
Ascari’s impressive domination of the 1925 Belgian Grand Prix suggested another immensely successful year for the 36-year-old. Sadly, however, his career and life were cut short during an accident at the 1925 French Grand Prix, a race he had been leading prior to the incident. Still, Ascari’s racing legacy was carried on by his son, Alberto, a successful Formula 1 driver in the 1950s.
1932 ALFA ROMEO P3
Tazio Nuvolari is commonly regarded as a legendary motorcycle racer and racing driver. With 150 victories in total, 72 of which were major races, he earned his status as one of the historical heroes of motorsport. In the early 1930s Nuvolari raced for Alfa Corse, Alfa Romeo’s factory racing team, winning major events such as the Italian and European Championship, Mille Miglia, and Targa Florio. He gained famed not only for his impressive feats, but also for his daring manoeuvres during the lengthy 10-hour races determined by Grand Prix regulations.
1951 ALFA ROMEO 159
Born in Argentina, Juan Manual Fangio is largely considered one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers of all time due to his domination during the first decade of Formula 1 racing. In 1950 Fangio began racing for Alfa Romeo, winning three races at the first World Championship of Drivers with pre-war Alfettas before successfully taking the title in 1951. He later went on to win various other championships for Alfa Romeo including the Swiss, French, and Spanish Grand Prix.
1978 BRABHAM-ALFA ROMEO
Niki Lauda, three-time Formula 1 World Champion, initially gained admiration as a driver during his career with Ferrari in the 1970s. However following a serious accident, Lauda left Ferrari and joined the Brabham-Alfa Romeo team from 1978 to 1979. During this time he won several prominent races.
Most notable was his win at the Swedish Grand Prix with the widely protested “Fan Car”, a vehicle which incorporated daring and radical technology, such as a fan to generate downforce. Shortly thereafter Lauda retired, though he later returned to Formula 1 to earn his third championship.
1993 ALFA ROMEO 155 V6 TI
Nicola Larini, one of the most successful Alfa Romeo drivers in history, has had an extensive career with involvement in various racing series including Formula 1, Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM), Formula 3, Superturismo, World Touring Car Championship (WTCC), European Touring Car Championship (ETCC), and International Touring Car Championship (ITC).
His greatest success, however, undoubtedly came in Touring Car racing, where Larini raced primarily for Alfa Romeo and earned wins in the 1986 Italian Formula 3 Championship, the 1992 Italian Superturismo Championship, and the 1993 DTM Championship. In 1995, he was part of the Alfa Corse racing team, competing in the International Touring Car Championship and Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft.


In 1988, a group of young people that were attending a Bible study in Mililani decided to start a church in the community. At that time, Pastor Jeff MacKay was the youth pastor at Hope Chapel Kaneohe. This group of High School students asked him to be their pastor and he gladly accepted the position and Hope Chapel Mililani was born. In October of that same year, they began holding services on Sunday evenings in the cafeteria at Kipapa Elementary School. The church was rapidly growing from these thirty people. After only three weeks, a Sunday morning service was added.
For the first four years, the church was able to meet at Kipapa Elementary School for both the morning and evening services. However, this location eventually became unavailable. Since then, the church has met at variety of locations such as, Recreation Centers, other schools and the YMCA in Mililani.


It’s not often a cultural icon celebrates 125 year anniversary. While just about any year would be the perfect time to visit Paris, France, Travel Leaders Chesterfield Missouri, your travel agent in St. Louis, can get you there to experience a very special anniversary celebrated as the iconic Eiffel Tower turns 125.
At the time it was built for the 1889 World’s Fair in Paris, the Eiffel Tower was looked upon with skepticism. Hundreds of workers had spent two years assembling the tower’s intricate iron framework. Still, some Parisians feared the tower was not structurally sound, or simply thought it was ugly.
The tower was supposed to be a temporary structure, but it’s still standing 125 years later, helping define the Parisian landscape. The tower narrowly escaped destruction at least twice: in 1909, it was about to be demolished when city officials decided to save it for use as a radio-telegraph station (the tower is still used to broadcast radio and television signals). During World War II, there were orders from Germany to destroy the tower, but the command was not carried out.
Today, the graceful tower is considered to be an architectural wonder and attracts more than six million visitors a year. Three levels are open to visitors. Level 1 houses a restaurant, Le 58 Tour Eiffel, where you can enjoy traditional French cuisine while looking out on the Trocadero area of Paris. On level 2, renowned chef Alain Ducasse’s Le Jules Verne Restaurant has served fine French cuisine for 30 years. Level 3 is an observation platform: at 906 feet above the ground, it’s the highest publicly accessible point in the European Union.
If you’re still looking for another reason to visit Paris this year, consider the 25th anniversary of the Louvre Pyramid. This grand entrance to the world’s largest museum is another famed architectural gem that was initially met with derision. Twenty-five years later, it is has become a vital part of Paris’ landscape.
To learn more about seeing Paris and all of its architectural wonders, talk with your St. Louis travel agent at Travel Leaders in Chesterfield Missouri. Give us a call at 636.778.1081.


Ronda is a remarkable place in the South of Spain, known for its unique location and age-old history. It is a city with a rich culture and has become one of the most popular destinations in Andalucía. Therefore visitors from across the world come to admire this beautiful city with stunning nature, monuments, museums and historic sites. The centre has small streets with numerous bars and restaurants. There is a cosy and typical Andalusian atmosphere.
The gorge and the bridge
The town is built across the gorge of the Guadalevín River. The gorge, also referred to as “El Tajo de Ronda” is 40 meters wide and up to 120 metres deep at some points. The Tajo divides the city of Ronda in two parts and it has 3 bridges that span it. Most noteworthy is the New Bridge, “El Puente Nuevo”, built at the end of the 18th century. This is the biggest and most famous of the three bridges and is an icon for the city of Ronda.


New Delhi, the capital city of India, is a vibrant and culturally rich destination with numerous attractions for tourists to explore. Here are some of the best tourist spots in New Delhi:
- Red Fort (Lal Qila): A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Red Fort is an iconic landmark in Delhi. It served as the main residence of Mughal emperors and showcases impressive architecture and beautiful gardens.
- Qutub Minar: Another UNESCO World Heritage Site, Qutub Minar is a towering minaret built in the 12th century. It is the tallest brick minaret in the world and is surrounded by historic structures and a complex with intricate carvings.
- India Gate: This war memorial is a prominent landmark in Delhi and a popular gathering place. It commemorates Indian soldiers who lost their lives in various wars and offers a scenic view of the surrounding gardens.
- Humayun’s Tomb: A magnificent mausoleum, Humayun’s Tomb is a blend of Persian and Mughal architecture. It is the burial site of Mughal Emperor Humayun and is surrounded by well-manicured gardens.
- Jama Masjid: One of the largest mosques in India, Jama Masjid is a significant religious site. It features stunning architecture, including domes, minarets, and a vast courtyard capable of accommodating thousands of worshipers.
- Akshardham Temple: A modern Hindu temple complex, Akshardham is known for its architectural grandeur and intricate stone carvings. Visitors can explore exhibitions, enjoy boat rides, and witness cultural performances.
- Lotus Temple: Also called the Bahá’í House of Worship, the Lotus Temple is renowned for its distinctive lotus-shaped architecture. It welcomes people of all faiths and offers a serene atmosphere for meditation and reflection.
- National Museum: If you’re interested in Indian history and culture, the National Museum is a must-visit. It houses an extensive collection of artifacts, sculptures, paintings, and other items that showcase India’s rich heritage.
- Chandni Chowk: One of the oldest and busiest markets in Delhi, Chandni Chowk offers a bustling shopping experience with narrow lanes, traditional shops, and delicious street food. It’s a great place to immerse yourself in the local culture.
- Hauz Khas Village: A trendy neighborhood, Hauz Khas Village is known for its vibrant atmosphere, art galleries, boutiques, and excellent dining options. It also has a historic complex with a lake and a medieval Islamic seminary.
These are just a few of the many tourist spots in New Delhi. The city has much more to offer, including museums, temples, gardens, and markets, ensuring a diverse and exciting experience for visitors.


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We had to leave the country when the Khmer Rouge regime took control but re-engaged when they fell in 1979. Save the Children provided relief assistance to the worst affected families under the Khmer Rouge regime and then gradually shifted its focus to education, child protection, health, child rights governance and disaster relief. Save the Children works closely with government partners to improve children's lives, especially the most marginalised, remote and hard to reach children.
100 YEARS OF SAVE THE CHILDREN
A special year for the Save the Children movement – In 2019, we will mark 100 years since Save the Children was founded. We will also start our next three year global plan, to accelerate on our breakthroughs by 2021, for the most deprived and marginalised children; ensuring every last child is able to survive, learn and be protected.
The reason we were founded - Our extraordinary story began in 1919, when our founder EglantyneJebb launched the pioneering fight to save suffering children across war-torn Europe, which inspired the first global movement for children. 100 years later Save the Children continues to lead the way in the spirit of Eglantyne; being bold, courageous and compassionate as we take a stand for the rights of children worldwide.


The achiefements of NFL Hall-of-Famer and Green Bay Packer Ray Nitschke are widely known. But behind the larger-than-life player was the lesser-known and inspiring struggle of his wife, Jackie Nitschke, a tiny woman who triumphed over her own addiction, then tirelessly worked to help countless others in need of treatment.
This documentary tells her remarkable story and explores the difficulties and courage of overcoming alcoholism during the Lombardi years and beyond. Told through interviews with retired NFL players, players' wives, as well as Nitschke family and friends, the film highlights the trials of coping with addiction while being the wife of famous #66 and mother of three.
She ultimately chose a brave and uncommon path to go public with her secret—an unheard-of act for the times—and was the first prominent woman in the community to announce an addiction to alcohol. She became a widely known figure in the movement toward better drug and alcohol treatment options.
"Champion: The Legacy of Jackie Nitschke" is a candid tribute to her indomitable spirit and her positive and lasting impact on TitleTown.


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In 1923, residents of Kaslo banded together to design and build a 4-hole golf course. Since then our course has expanded to 9 holes and in 2007 the community once again, through countless volunteer hours and community support, built a stunning timberframe clubhouse overlooking the Village of Kaslo.
One of the oldest operating golf courses in BC, the Kaslo Golf Club provides a unique experience throughout. Whether you’re soaking in the stunning views, watching your ball soar over 100 year old apple trees, or enjoying a meal and beverage in our beautiful clubhouse, you will become a part of the history at the Kaslo Golf Club.
The Kaslo Golf Club is a Not-for-Profit organization managed by a volunteer board of directors.


MØRE CODFISH COMP.
Our company is a family-owned enterprise. It was founded by Gustav Stokke in 1926. He was in the 1950’s joined by his grandson, Gunnar Aarseth. Gunnar was active in the business for almost 40 years. In 1991 Nils Helge Aarseth took over the company and continued to develop the business. The enterprise is today owned and managed by Nils Helge, his son Kjetil and daughter Susanne.
The core business has since the beginning been salted and dried fish (Bacalhau). We are today a leading producer and exporter located in Aalesund, at the west coast of Norway. We are offering our products worldwide.
We have a clear strategy to continue to expand our production and export of clipfish through close relationships with suppliers and customers to meet the challenges in an exciting market. We are joined by many experienced co-workers, who are creating a dynamic and effective organization.


Family Owned Business
Today, Bronner Bros. continues to ascend from its modest beginnings by setting for itself new goals, new challenges and new standards of excellence. From our founding in 1947 by the original Bronner Bros, Dr. Nathaniel H. Bronner, Arthur E. Bronner, Sr. and assistance from their sister, Emma Bronner, education, quality, and excellence are the roots of our foundation. The Bronner Bros. legacy today is headed by the second generation. Bernard Bronner leads the company as president and CEO.


1914 map of Europe
As an experiment, we have added a map to show 1914 data for Europe. Austria-Hungary is in its last years, Germany stretches all the way to current Kaliningrad, Ireland still a part of the United Kingdom. Statistics for 1914 are not abundant, but if there is a good set, we now can use this map to plot the data. We started with two tellmaps, one with population data, and the other one about military deaths during the First World War, with totals per country and casualties as percentage of mobilized soldiers.


Barbour: 125 years, 5 generations
In 2019, Barbour is celebrating 125th anniversary, a significant milestone in Barbour’s rich history. Barbour is a global company and a family owned business. Barbour family have through the decades nurtured, guided and led the company from its small beginnings in 1894 supplying oilskins to mariners in South Shields, to the global brand it is today. As custodians of the brand, for 125 years, the Barbour family have skilfully combined innovation, progress and growth with authenticity and heritage, always ensuring that the brand remains true to its roots and founding principles of quality, durability, attention to detail and fitness for purpose.
New Fall/Winter 2019 collection is in our stores. Find out more about the collection in the videos below.
The Barbour story began in 1894 in the Market Place in South Shields. Today the 5th generation family owned business remains in the read, with Barbour’s headquarters located in Simonside, South Shields. Although it sources products from around the globe, Barbour’s classic wax jackets are still manufactured by hand in the factory in Simonside and each year over 100,000 jackets are processed via the central, subsidiary and local customer service operations.
Barbour now has 11 of its own retail shops in the UK, and a presence in over 40 countries worldwide including the United States, Germany, Holland, Austria, France, Italy, Spain, Argentina, New Zealand and Japan. In whichever area the company now operates, it remains true to its core values as a family business which espouses the unique values of the British Countryside and brings the qualities of wit, grit and glamour to its beautifully functional clothing.


Well known Jewelry: The Extraordinary Bismarck Sapphire Necklace
The Bismarck Sapphire Necklace is The most famed gemstone jewelry items of our time. Countess Mona von Bismarck (1897-1983) was its previous owner ahead of she generously donated the priceless necklace into the Smithsonian Institution's Nationwide Museum of Pure History in 1967. In honor of her priceless donation, the Smithsonian Institute named the breathtaking sapphire and platinum necklace following her, Consequently it is named "the Bismarck Sapphire Necklace".
Mona von Bismarck was a wealthy American style icon; a real socialite internationally famed for her beauty, Mona was featured dozens of instances in both equally Self-importance Honest and Vogue magazine. She was the star of many strike movies as well as the inspiration for various paintings by many of the most celebrated artists of her time. Mona was married to several exemplary Guys through her extraordinary life, which includes Henry J. Schlesinger; James Irving Bush (voted the handsomest male in the usa); Harrison Williams (supposedly the wealthiest man in the united states); Rely Eddy von Bismarck (grandson of German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck); and nobleman, Umberto de Martini.
Mona von Bismarck
Mona that has a portrait of herself by Sorin - From Vogue Journal
The Bismarck Sapphire Necklace features a beautiful 98.6 carat cornflower-blue Sri Lankan (Ceylon) sapphire. The magnificent cushion-Minimize sapphire is about in a very platinum pendant surrounded by white baguette diamonds and lesser sq.-cut blue sapphires. The necklace was developed in 1935 by planet-renowned jewelry and look at-building organization, Cartier Inc. The sapphire and diamond pendant hangs from only one chain made up of platinum one-way links divided by ανδρικα δαχτυλιδια χρυσα a number of spherical, brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds. In total, the necklace attributes an impressive 312 organic white diamonds and 9 blue sapphires ανδρικα δαχτυλιδια θεσσαλονικη of Outstanding Lower, clarity and colour.
The famed centerpiece sapphire is recognized as the 'Bismarck Sapphire' and was thought to have already been acquired in Sri Lanka by American millionaire, Harrison Williams, a utilities tycoon. In 1926, Harrison Williams presented the sapphire to Countess Mona von Bismarck throughout their honeymoon cruise (in addition to many other lavish gifts). Sri Lanka at the time was under British rule and were actively mining great quality gems from the Ratnapura district.
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The Bismarck Sapphire Necklace is credited as being one of the most influential samples of Art Deco jewelry. It certainly aided define the sleeker and more streamlined sort of Artwork Deco, which peaked from 1920 to 1935. Prior to this time, jewellery was κοσμήματα για τον άντρα far more flowery and previous-fashioned as found from the kind of Art Nouveau. Considering the fact that 2010, the Bismarck Sapphire Necklace has actually been on Show within the Janet Annenberg Hooker Corridor of Geology, Gems and Minerals amongst the well-known "Corridor Sapphire and Diamond Necklace" along with the "Logan Sapphire". The Bismarck Sapphire Necklace is ανδρικα δαχτυλιδια σεβαλιε indeed One of the more distinguished gemstone jewelry items displayed during the magnificent gems gallery on the Smithsonian.


A collection of the information that the Raza Graduate Students Association has put up on the wiki about the current issues in the Thurgood Marshall Writing Program.
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In brief, Thurgood Marshall College (TMC) at UCSD has historically been a site of critical pedagogy that challenged the status quo and advocated racial equity and social justice on campus and within the San Diego community. In recent years, the college has taken
significant steps away from honoring those commitments, which is particularly evident in the management of its undergraduate core sequence, the Dimensions of Culture program (DOC). Originally conceived as a critique of mainstream U.S. society in the early 1990s, for many years the course provided a critical lens through which students were challenged to consider issues of class, race, gender and sexuality in contemporary culture and U.S. history. Over the past seven years—and especially since 2005—DOC has lost its critical edge and become largely incoherent, placing little emphasis on the historic ideals of the college and the stated mission of the
DOC program. In response, the Lumumba-Zapata Coalition (LZC), named in honor of the student, faculty and community movement that was fundamental to the founding of TMC in the 1960s, and which included such notable scholars as Angela Davis, Herbert Marcuse and Carlos Blanco, is currently campaigning to make significant changes to how the DOC program operates
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Malaysia Travel Guide-
Students Celebrate Malaysia Day in one of the University
Malaysia Day is
held on September 16 every year to commemorate the
establishment of the Malaysian federation on the same date in 1963.
It marked the joining together of Malaya, North Borneo, Sarawak and
Singapore to form Malaysia. The formation of the new federation was
planned to occur on June 1, 1963, but was later postponed to August
31, 1963, in order to coincide with the sixth Hari Merdeka.
issues related to the Indonesian and the Filipino objection to the
formation of Malaysia delayed the declaration to September 16 of the
same year. The postponement was also done to allow the United
Nations team time to conduct referendums in North Borneo (now Sabah)
and Sarawak regarding the two states participation in a new
The formation of Malaysia was made possible through the introduction
of the Malaysia Bill to the Malayan Parliament on July 9, 1963, and
consent from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong on August 29, 1963.
Prior to the formation of Malaysia, Singapore and North Borneo
unilaterally declared independence from the United Kingdom on August
31, 1963, thus coinciding with the sixth anniversary of the Malayan
Beginning year 2010, September 16 is a federal public holiday. It
was declared by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak. The first
nation-wide celebration of Malaysia Day is being held in Sabah.
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On 24, February 2021 YNOT celebrated black history month. The event was facilitated by YNOT speakers Nick, Veronica, Francesca and Paul. This presentation talked about the history of how black individuals can be remembered every month.
For this presentation we had two keynote speakers.
Joshua Alloy spoke on Booker T. Washington.
Joshua gave YNOT and our community a great lesson on Brooker T. Washington. He explained the life of Booker T. and how Washington was truly extraordinary and exemplary, therefore, each and every one of us should strive to achieve and accomplish great things. Though the challenges we face, whether they may be societal challenges, racial challenges, academic challenges, internal challenges, Joshua ;explained how we should find ways to use those challenges to our advantage just as Booker T. Washington did.
Our second guest speaker, Grace Oha, spoke on Bessie Coleman.
This gave our audience an insight of black individuals that have impacted and inspired the world. We acknowledged black history month and we offered an occasion for all people to highlight the best of black history, culture, resilience, and to build visibility.
The month of black history is dedicated to remembering famous and influential people in society who have come and passed. We recognize it should not be one month in a year's conversation. We received a lot of audience engagement and were able to learn about black history culture which extended into a question and answer period.


Most people haven't thought about the origin of kindergarten. More importantly they don't realize it wasn't intended as skills prep for first grade, but as a child-centered, play-based form of design education.
This series explores the past cycles of history and how they inform the future of education in the time of AI and automation.
Over two decades, our producers assembled a vast archive of research, nearly 100 interviews, and a wide network of experts. Garden of Children is a blend of the historic and the futuristic, whatâ€™s wrong and whatâ€™s right, where weâ€™ve been and where weâ€™re heading.


Here follows some facts concerning those little wonders.
Please find below a non-exhaustive list of activities to do with your children. There are a good opportunity to share a sweet family good time.
Deep in the Burgundy countryside, in the Côte-d'Or, come and explore the MuséoParc Alésia set amidst beautiful green scenery.
Follow in the footsteps of the legendary Gauls and discover customs and History during Romans and Gauls times.
There are many child-friendly activities and also for the rest of the family.
The Jardin des Sciences in Dijon is a unique concept which currently includes a planetarium, a museum and a botanical garden.
Dedicated to discovery, knowledge and entertainment, this place attracts children as well as adults and offers occasions to share and learn new things.
They allow to discover the Nature and the Sciences in a very fascinating and exciting experience.
From 21 June to 25 September, discover the historical heritage of the Capital of Burgundy Wines, with bright and colorful attractions.
Following the marked light trail, you will share a visual nocturnal experience along the ramparts, squares and courtyards which are in the spotlight.
Thanks to your smartphone, you can download an audio-guided tour of the town, providing access to additional historical content.
Leave the old train station in Bligny sur Ouche and take a steam train to the town of Pont d'Ouche across pastoral landscapes.
What better way to spend more than one hour than travelling through the fields and woods along the River Ouche valley, in this old railway line established in 1830's and one of the oldest railways in France.


At 7 p.m. on May 10, 2020 the live stream concert of Ildar Abdrazakov and Igor Butman Quintet who will perform together for the first time will be available online on Okko multimedia service. The “Dedication Concert” will mark the 75th Anniversary of Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War.
The program will include famous Russian songs of World War II: “On the Nameless Height”, “Dark Night”, “Katyusha”, “The Three Tankmen”, “Son of the Distant Homeland”. At the end of the concert there will be performed the “Victory Day” song, which is especially dear to people’s hearts.
“That music is full of endless faith, strength and hope for peace. I am convinced that we will make everything to preserve the memory of those who took part in the war, who were at the forefront, who worked for the good of the motherland in the name of Victory, who waited a lot to achieve this day. Together with you we will sing songs that have become a unifying force for several generations!” — says Ildar Abdrazakov.


Malacañang has declared June 24 as a special non-working day in the capital city of Manila as it marks its 448th founding anniversary.
Mirror the happiness and pride as we celebrate the 448th founding anniversary of the city we love for its rich culture and history.
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The history of Casino Technology, the predecessor of CT Gaming, begins in 1999 when the company was established as the first licensed gaming manufacturer in Bulgaria. The company's growth was backed by the release of the bestselling multigame product, Mega Jack, which left a mark in the history of gaming.
With offices and distributors in more than 15 countries, the company continues to deliver its vision for a unified gaming experience that aims to change gaming as we know it.
In 2019 the company celebrated its 20th Anniversary. The company announced a rebrand - by cherishing the past and looking ahead for the following milestones with a passion for bringing its corporate vision to reality.
The new name CT Gaming helps us move the brand forward to acknowledge the maturity, flexibility, and next-generation offerings. We continue to deliver significant value services that satisfy customers` expectations time after time.
CT Gaming represents an evolution from our previous experience, but our core remains the same: technology and innovation. Now, we are going even further, reflecting and connecting our genesis with the new era.


Date(s) - 14/05/2017
The Old Vicarage
A Chance to visit the home of leading Cornish Art Historian David Tovey, to learn about his extensive and remarkable private collection of Cornish Paintings by both British and foriegn artists.
Please arrive promptly at 2.30pm. There is ample parking at the house.
£5. Pre-Booking essential, tickets limited, light refreshmant available.


The History of UVC
The history of studying UVC as a way to kill bacteria and other organisms dates back to as early as 1845, when it became known that microorganisms respond to light.
However, it was in 1877, when Downes and Blunt observed that exposing test tubes containing Pasteur’s solution to sunlight prevented the growth of microorganisms inside the tube and, upon increased exposure durations, the test tubes remained bacteria-free for several months.
These early investigations pointed to key factors that influence ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI):
- Inactivation of a given fraction of organisms is dependent on the dose of radiation received.
- Dose is the product of intensity and exposure duration.
- Inactivation is also dependent on the wavelength of received radiation.
Later, in 1980, Koch proved the lethal effect of sunlight on tuberculosis, which was an early indicator of the modern use of UV to combat TB infections.
Later, between 1933-1935 William F Wells shows droplet nuceli expectoration and shows that they can be killed in the air with UVC. Further, between 1937-1941, Wells later shows that upper room ultraviolet germicidal irradiation prevented measles spread in public schools. However, there has been difficulty replicating these findings.
These early findings laid the foundation for further research and scientific data on UVC disinfection.


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Dana Longo joined his father’s practice in 1998, inherited the firm in 2001, and the firm’s name was changed to The Law Office of Dana F. Longo in 2007.


Welcome to the world of Wrenn, with particular emphasis on the Bowlers Croft, Basildon Era, 1966 to 1992 when the Wrenn factory closed. This spans four main distinctive periods.
Key milestones in the evolution of the Company from 1966 until 1992 are for seen as follows;
Wrenn is the last of the true "British Diecast" Locomotives in "OO " GAUGE. It is true to say they still have one of the largest range of Private Owner Wagons on the UK "OO" Gauge market.


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We are a small, friendly, informal, model flying club situated just outside Market Harborough.
The origin of the Leicester Area Radio Control Society (LARCS) goes back to the 1950s when the late Geoff Franklyn and several modelling enthusiasts formed a group that initially used a number of local WW2 airfields. In 1962, they decided to form an official club and settled in our present location.
Because of proposed land development, in 2002 the club moved just a few hundred yards to a new, much larger field. We now have a mown area of just under 3 acres which makes our site quite special.
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Bruce Museum of Art and Science
2022 (estimated build)
In collaboration with Eskew + Dumez + Ripple
Located in Greenwich Connecticut, the Bruce Museum is a world-class museum focused on arts, science, and natural history. The original building was a historic residence that is now being renovated into the museum. The renovation includes a gallery space, an entrance hall, and a lecture hall.
Photos courtesy of Eskew + Dumez + Ripple


Were The True Origins Of Jesus Christ Covered Up? | The Pagan Christ | Parable
A documentary adaptation of the 2004 book ‘The Pagan Christ’ explores the ‘Jesus Myth Theory’.
This theory suggests that parts of the New Testament are strikingly similar to Pagan and ancient Egyptian beliefs, and that early church leaders have formed a religion based on mistruths. It’s like Netflix for history…
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1888: John Boyd Dunlop invented the pneumatic tire
When the Scottish vet John Boyd Dunlop sees his son riding a tricycle, he notices how uncomfortable his son is. Cycling over stones and bumps with those hard, rubber tires is not easy. That brings him to an idea that the world will change. He wraps the wheels in thin rubber sheets, glue them together and makes the resilient by pumping them up with a football pump. This makes the pneumatic tire a fact. In 1888 he applied for a patent for his invention and in 1889 he opened his first tire factory in Dublin, Ireland.
1896: Dunlop is deposited as trademark and expands
In 1895, Dunlop also sold its tires in France and Canada, while production facilities were added in Australia and the U.S. Around 1898 the company with the Dublin site moved the production to a bigger plant in Coventry, England, before being transferred to “Fort Dunlop” in Birmingham, a factory site of about 162 hectares.
1913: First Japanese factory opened in Kobel
In 1910, Dunlop opened a branch on Malacca, where a rubber plantation of 20,230 hectares was laid. In 1913 the first Japanese tire factory opened its doors in Kobe. In the course of twenty years, Dunlop’s operation has completely abolished the massive band, and Dunlop had grown from pioneer to the world’s first multinational. The tires were manufactures all over the world and also sold worldwide.
After the Second World War.
At the outbreak of the Second World War, Dunlop was synonymous with success in a whole range of activities – not just in terms of tires, where the brand was leading the market, but also in the areas of brakes, wheels, golf and tennis balls, floor coverings and many other industrial rubber products. This remained so until the end of the sixties.
DUNLOP: An industry-leading company
From the humble beginnings as the Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Company in 1890, Dunlop evolved into an industry-leading company with an innovative edge. Trough successful partnerships with a number of iconic companies over the years, like British Motor Corporation and Moulton Developments, Dunlop sets the bar for quality products and outstanding services.
2007: Foundation of Dunlop systems and Components
Dunlop systems and Components was founded in 2007, following a management buyout of the Coventry-based vehicle suspensions division of previous owners Trelleborg AB. In 2008 Dunlop Systems & Components sets up a division in The Netherlands, bringing in a wide range of air assist products for motorhomes, commercial vehicles and pick-ups.
2017: Dunlop Air Assist by DSC Nederland
In the year 2017 the division Dunlop Systems & Components Nederland becomes independent continuing the business of developing, manufacturing and selling the Dunlop Air Assist products under the tradename DSC Nederland B.V.
DUNLOP AND THE FLYING D DEVICE ARE TRADEMARKS OF SUMITOMO RUBBER GROUP AND ARE USED UNDER LICENSE BY DSC NEDERLAND B.V.


27 hectares (66.7 acres) of vines surround a magnificent 2-hectare (5-acre) treed park and a 19th century mansion, built in the Napoleon III style. The vines grow at the foot of the slope in a single plot, located 1.5 km (1 mile) north-west of the historic village of Saint-Emilion.
The history of Château Laroze wines begins with its soil, which is both siliceous and clayey. The former contributes elegant subtlety and the latter lends structure to the wines. Also part of the story are five grape varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot.


Welcome to ddayguidedtours.com
Experience the best of Normandy with a private guide and driver.
We arrange tours on demand to suit you.
D-Day Guided Tours is a private company launched by Mathias
LECLERE, a licensed French Normandy Guide/Interpreter.
Company based in Herouville Saint Clair, Normandy, France.


Auckland, with its rich history and architectural diversity, stands as a canvas where the past and present coalesce. Among the many treasures of the city are its elegant villas, each with a story to tell. In this blog post, we embark on a journey into the enchanting world of villa restoration in Auckland, exploring the meticulous craft that breathes new life into these timeless homes.
Rediscovering Architectural Gems
Preserving Auckland’s Heritage
Villa restoration is not merely an architectural endeavour; it’s a commitment to preserving the city’s heritage. These graceful homes, often adorned with intricate details and steeped in history, are considered architectural gems that deserve careful restoration to retain their timeless charm.
Uncovering Hidden Stories
Every villa carries within its walls a narrative that reflects the era it hails from. Villa restoration involves peeling back the layers to uncover hidden stories – from the craftsmanship of the original builders to the lives of those who called these homes their own.
The Art and Craft of Restoration
Meticulous Attention to Detail
At the heart of villa restoration lies a dedication to meticulous attention to detail. The craftsmen engaged in this delicate task approach each element with precision, ensuring that every ornate moulding, weathered floorboard, and aging brick is given the care it deserves.
Balancing Preservation with Modernization
The magic of villa restoration lies in the delicate balance between preservation and modernization. While preserving the historical integrity of the villa, restoration experts incorporate subtle modern touches to enhance functionality without compromising the authenticity of the space.
Nurturing Architectural Legacy
Safeguarding Architectural Character
Villa restoration in Auckland is a testament to safeguarding architectural character. The goal is not to erase the signs of time but to embrace them, allowing the wear and tear to become a part of the villa’s narrative. This approach ensures that the restored home retains its unique character and charm.
Collaboration with Heritage Experts
Restoration experts often collaborate with heritage specialists to ensure an accurate representation of the era in which the villa was constructed. This collaborative effort involves in-depth research into architectural styles, materials, and techniques prevalent during the villa’s heyday.
The Enchanting Process
The restoration journey typically begins with a thorough architectural assessment. Experts scrutinize the villa’s structure, identifying areas that require attention, and developing a comprehensive plan to bring the home back to its former glory.
A crucial aspect of villa restoration is the authenticity of materials. Restoration professionals source materials that match the original ones as closely as possible, whether it’s recreating intricate wooden carvings or replicating vintage tiles.
The Auckland Villa Restoration Experts
Villa Restoration Maestros
Auckland boasts a cadre of villa restoration maestros, each with a deep understanding of the city’s architectural heritage. These experts have honed their skills in breathing life into aging villas, using their craftsmanship to create homes that resonate with both past and present.
Auckland’s villa restoration experts are not bound by tradition alone; they bring a touch of innovation to their work. Whether it’s integrating modern technologies for energy efficiency or implementing subtle design enhancements, these professionals ensure that restored villas remain relevant for contemporary living.
Contributing to Neighborhood Character
Villa restoration in Auckland extends beyond individual homes; it contributes to the character of entire neighborhoods. Restored villas become anchors, shaping the aesthetic and cultural identity of the communities in which they stand.
Preserving Auckland’s Streetscapes
The impact of villa restoration ripples through Auckland’s streetscapes. The careful restoration of these homes ensures that the city’s neighborhoods maintain a cohesive and visually appealing character, contributing to Auckland’s unique urban fabric.
Challenges and Triumphs
Navigating Heritage Regulations
One of the challenges in villa restoration is navigating stringent heritage regulations. Auckland’s restoration experts must work within these frameworks to ensure that their projects comply with preservation standards while meeting the needs of modern living.
Triumphs of Restoration
The triumphs of villa restoration in Auckland are measured not just in the completion of projects but in the revitalization of neighborhoods and the sense of pride instilled in homeowners. Each successfully restored villa becomes a beacon of architectural achievement and a testament to the endurance of heritage.
Educating Future Generations
Villa restoration experts in Auckland actively engage in educating future generations about the value of architectural heritage. Workshops, seminars, and open houses contribute to a greater appreciation for the art and craft of restoration.
Innovations in Sustainable Restoration
The future of villa restoration involves innovations in sustainable restoration practices. From energy-efficient solutions to the use of eco-friendly materials, restoration experts aim to minimize the environmental impact of their work.
In the enchanting realm of villa restoration in Auckland, craftsmen are not just restoring homes; they are sustaining timeless beauty. The magic lies in the preservation of architectural heritage, the meticulous attention to detail, and the seamless blend of history with modernity. As these restoration experts continue to weave their spells on Auckland’s villas, they ensure that each home stands as a living testament to the enduring allure of the city’s architectural legacy.


Roma Football Club details. Everything you wanted to know, including current squad details, league position, club address plus much more. Nainggolan raises doubts over Roma future Francesco Totti during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Atalanta at the Olympic. Pos. Team, GP, Pts, W, D, L, GF, GA, +/-. 1, Juventus FC, 38, 91, 29, 4, 5, 77, 27, 2, AS Roma, 38, 87, 28, 3, 7, 90, 38, 3, SSC Napoli, 38, 86, 26, 8, 4, 94.
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For the word prompt from Debbie at Travel with Intent: Fire
A flame is widely accepted as a symbol of eternal life. An eternal flame at a iconic buildings and memorials, symbolizes a nation’s perpetual gratitude towards, and remembrance of, its great people.
Pictures clicked at Parliament Hill, Ottawa in April 2018.
The Centennial Flame is a major feature on the Parliament Hill grounds. You will find it just inside the Queen’s Gate in front of the Peace Tower.
It was originally built as a temporary monument. Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson lit the flame for the first time on December 31, 1966, to open the celebrations of Canada’s 100th anniversary of Confederation. Canadians loved the monument so much that it became a permanent feature.
The water in the Centennial Flame’s fountain never freezes. Due to the continuous movement of the water and the fire that burns above the water, the fountain doesn’t freeze, even in the middle of Ottawa’s cold winters!
Keep the soul n fire in you alive!


In a first of its kind achievement, artist, author, and graphic designer George McCalman has created a book that reimagines our idea of Black History and brings to the fore a vivid array of pioneers. From determining the subjects, to the design of the pages, to illustrating the portraits and images throughout, he has created a book reflective of his subjects who paved the way when no road existed.
McCalman first began crafting the portraits of Black pioneers in honor of Black History Month more than six years ago, an obsessive artistic endeavor that would evolve into a carefully curated collection of soulful portraits celebrating Black icons throughout America’s 400-year-old history. Creating equal space to celebrate legends and discover Black heroes who have gone unseen, McCalman’s comprehensive work features trailblazers we recognize and those we should know. This is American history.
ILLUSTRATED BLACK HISTORY (HarperOne; Hardcover; September 27, 2022) is a beautifully illustrated keepsake collection. Each of the 145 Black heroes celebrated in this book is revealed by a dazzling painting or drawing and an insightful short biography of the remarkable pioneer’s contribution to activism, science, politics, business, medicine, technology, food, entertainment, or the arts. The book also features essays by Emil Wilbekin (Editor in Chief, Vibe), Bryant Terry (Author, Black Food), Patrice Peck, (Editor, Cosmopolitan magazine) Oriana Koren (Editor, For the Birds Trapped in Airports) and Marvin K. White (Poet, Glide Memorial). Among the remarkable individuals illustrated and profiled are:
ILLUSTRATED BLACK HISTORY is a one-of-a-kind project about unique subjects by a triple-threat artist, author and designer that pays homage to Black Americans and their historical achievements and recognizes the breadth and abundance of Black excellence.
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Back in time to a rich hidden history of Cuba’s colonial past in this authentic suite. Ornate and homey at the same time, it harkens back to the golden age of the island. Located in Havana’s most historic district and built in the 1800s, this home is a slice of why everyone is still so […]
Apartment renovated in 2016, located on the second floor (without elevator) of a building of the year 1922 in ecliptic style. The main staircase is preserved very well with steps of marble and skirting Sevillian. It has a living room, kitchen with view to the street, lateral hallway that communicates to the 2 rooms which […]
Apartment with one of the best views in Havana. Sleeps 6, 2 bedrooms with queen and single beds.


Edwards Tire first opened in 1966 in an old chicken hatchery building in downtown Woodstock. In 1969, we moved to a 3 Bay Garage at Highway 92 and Highway 5, our current location. Since then, we have expanded to a 10 bay garage and have added several employees to the original crew who worked in the original location. We have grown due to our loyal customer base in who we have appreciated through the years. Today Edwards Tires stands as a landmark in downtown Woodstock that has been serving the automotive needs of locals for over 3 generations.


The Wise Hive is located in the lovely village of St Jacobs in Southern Ontario, Canada. We produce our hand crafted bee products with very little waste in an old dairy. Our dairy buidling is the location of Ontario's first (Canada’s third) commercial creamery established in 1874. In business for 98 years, it won awards and wide acclaim for its butter. Milk was picked up in cans from farmers in the surrounding area and after processing, the milk and cream were delivered to village residents by “milkmen” driving horse and wagon teams. Our site is a regular stop for photographers, historians and tourists.
St Jacobs, Ontario


Legend has it that in the 1970s a group of high school guys would meet every day at the same time to do the same thing, without fail. What is that time and thing you ask? 420, blaze it. Yep that’s right every day, this group of guys would meet to smoke cannabis at precisely 4:20pm.
To be more specific, they would meet to smoke at 4:20, after practice, then search for a rumored abandoned cannabis crop. They would pass in the halls reminding one another of the 4:20 meet.
Word eventually got around and the term 420 was born to discreetly discuss cannabis. Today, it’s less discreet as it’s widely known but it’s still used to represent cannabis.


Throughout time there have always been dance fads. A style of dance will come and amuse everyone for a short period of time, gain global recognition and then disappear almost as quickly as it appeared.
When recorded music became more accessible to the average household, dance fads became more regular. None have ceased to amuse us more than the ones named after animals.
Sometimes it’s because the moves resemble the curious actions and movements of the said named animal, other times just because of the name itself or the song that is most associated with the dance.
Today at The Dance Guru HQ we fondly remember 5 animal dance crazes from the 20th century:
1) The Pony – made famous in the 1960s by the Chubby Checker song ‘Pony Time’
2) The Monkey – made popular in 1963 by ‘The Monkey Time’ and ‘Mickey’s Monkey’
3) The Chicken – From 1950s American rhythm & blues, which gained more notoriety when in 1970 the ‘Do the funky chicken’ was released
4) The Bunny Hop – Originating from San Francisco in 1952 as a variation on the conga line
5) The Roger Rabbit – skipping backwards whilst flapping your arms and hooking your arms on braces, named after the animated character Roger Rabbit from the 1988 Disney film
There’s plenty more out there. How many can you remember? Comment below and share your favourites


The Detroit Lions originally based in Portsmouth, Ohio and called the Portsmouth Spartans, the team formally joined the NFL on July 12, 1930 and began play in the 1930 season. Despite success within the NFL, they could not survive in Portsmouth, then the NFL's smallest city. The team was purchased and moved to Detroit for the 1934 season.
The Lions have won four NFL Championships, tied for 9th overall in total championships amongst all 32 NFL franchises; however, their last was in 1957, which gives the club the second-longest NFL championship drought behind the Arizona Cardinals. They are one of four current teams, and the only NFC team, to have not yet played in the Super Bowl.


Wartime Knitting Posters
My very talented and adorable seamstress friend, Chris Bobin, just got back from a trip to England. While she was there she visited the Imperial War Museum and picked up these interesting post card versions of old wartime prints asking women to lend a hand.
Chris gave me the one on the left, and she kept the one on the right (appropriately). Don't you just love the little button feet and the thimble hat on that guy? And that tangle of yarn is a sight I'm pretty familiar with.
They are both a really interesting look into England's dramatic WWII history. They are so lighthearted and whimsical. It's hard to imagine how terrifying those times must have really been.


The History of Utz Technologies
Utz Technologies was founded in 1968 by Donald L. Utz and incorporated on March 10, 1971 in the State of New Jersey for the purpose of offering products and services to the hybrid electronics and circuit board industries.
The principal products and services include the manufacturing of solder printing stencils, thick-film printing screens, metal masks, computer artwork generation, and custom photoplotting. Utz Technologies thick-film screens are manufactured for the hybrid industry which uses them to print miniature electronic circuits. These highly sophisticated circuits are utilized extensively by the computer, aerospace, medical, automotive, and defense industries.
In 1983, while opening a facility in California, Utz Technologies R&D experts in Clifton, NJ collaborated with IBM and AT&T researchers to design the first Solder Printing Stencil. Early in 1984 Utz began manufacturing these stencils that are used to print solder paste on surface mounted circuit boards.
In 1987, the Utz R&D team introduced Multilevel Stencils.
The year 1991 saw Utz both introducing Laminated Stencils while adding Laser Photo Plotting to its product and service line, which required a 5,000 square foot physical expansion at the Clifton manufacturing plant.
During 1995, Laser Cut Stencils were successfully introduced to the market. This was followed in 1996 by the addition of Utzís custom-tailored, state-of-the-art laser cutting system, another step which was taken towards enhancing the Companyís capabilities in supporting growing requirements for micro-fine miniature circuitry.


It was an era of massive construction projects - dams, roads, and bridges – and many felt there was a need to better understand and control the behavior of the soil and rock underpinnings of all these infrastructures. Thus, in 1935, the Soil and Rock Mechanics Laboratories were created. Today, they’re celebrating their 75th birthday.
At that time, it wasn’t EPFL. It wasn’t even EPUL yet, the name EPFL carried before it became a federal institution. No, in 1935, when the Geotechnical Engineering (Géotechnique in French) department was created, the institution was still called the Lausanne School of Engineering (Ecole d’ingénieurs de Lausanne) and received its funding from the canton of Vaud. The Grand Council had decided to create the school following the inauguration of the Grand Dixence dam, often referred to as the “site of the century.”
This entity was the forefather of the current Soil Mechanics Laboratory (LMS) and Rock Mechanics Laboratory (LMR), making them two of EPFL’s oldest labs. To celebrate their 75th birthday, the LMS has organized a special day of seminars and discussions, to be held November 18.
The 1930s were the years of huge construction projects: dams, bridges, and major road works. “[The lab was created] in order to respond to the need to know more and better handle the underlying soil and bedrock of these massive structures,” explains Lyesse Laloui, who has been director of LMS since 2008. “And we were the pioneers in this, because our Zurich equivalent wasn’t created until 25 years later.”
The principal research axes thus involve analyzing the stability and behavior of soils. The research was, and still largely is, carried out in the context of consulting projects commissioned by private companies or by the state. “The lab has a public service role to play by providing the government with a unique expertise, one that no other institution can offer,” Laloui adds.


Just in time for the holiday season, RECARO Automotive Seating presents a special design piece to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its shell seat: the RECARO Office Chair. Limited to only 500 copies and inspired by the first RECARO racing shell, the RECARO Rallye from 1967. It is a must-have for automotive enthusiasts. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of its first shell seat produced in 1967, RECARO Automotive Seating is proud to present the limited-edition, retro-look RECARO Office Chair. Equipped with state-of-the-art technical features, this special design piece is limited to only 500 units. Inspired by the successful RECARO Sportster CS, distinctive upholstery in characteristic houndstooth pattern covers the seat cushion and backrest, while the side bolsters feature high-quality perforated leather. One of the special details is its backrest. It features the original logo of the RECARO Rallye from 1967, the world’s first street-licensed shell seat. The exclusive Office Chair is completed with a rally-style “50 Years” emblem on the head rest.


c.1925 - 1940
Art Deco homes were a movement base mainly featured around applied decoration. Features include; highly stylised floral and sunrise patterns, bands of brick, canopies or copings that streched linear forms through the house and concrete blocky forms that are broken up by curved ornamental elements. Art Deco not only influenced architecture but fashion, art and design as well. Deco was a break in trend that saw the emergence of a new desgin that incorporated the beautiful art of the time as well as the structured precision of architecture.


Managhan’s Furniture has been a family-owned business since it was founded by Senia Halttunen as Libby Furniture and Appliance in 1991. The original location was 507 Mineral Avenue in downtown Libby. The business changed hands in 1999 when Halttunen transferred ownership to her daughter Janet Fontaine, who stopped selling appliances and renamed the business Libby Furniture. The current owners, Mark and Amber Managhan, continued the family tradition in 2010 by purchasing the store from Fontaine, Mark’s aunt, and renamed it Managhan’s Furniture. In 2013, the business expanded to include a new 4,000 sq. ft. showroom for bedroom sets and top-quality mattresses. Today, the furniture store includes 14,000 sq. ft. of showroom space at its current location, 403 Mineral Avenue.
403 Mineral Avenue, Libby Mt 59923
Mark & Amber Managhan