Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Robinson Crusoe had a giant Cartouche knife and Friday knew how to read...
"St. John's" Image nice camp scene
So I got a pretty good response from the last posting. No hate mail (yet) and that’s always encouraging. I figured I’d point people towards some “must have” books this post. My advice for new folks is that you should spend more money on Books then you do quillwork. Of course after a while the books become more expensive then quillwork (I need a $300 book right now…I know need is a strong word but I NEEEEDDDD this book….unless I can get it thru Interlibrary loan)
Anyhow…Over the years some books I find myself going back to time and time again to double check info or just reread. I find that the more I reread some books info pops up that I totally overlooked the first time. For some reason “scouwa” the James Smith Narrative is one of these books. I first read the book in 1995 in high school and for me it’s been a constant go to book when the ADD kicks in.
A few other books I really think are worthwhile investment for folks:
“Observations on the American Backcountry” By Donald Rettig: This a “bearing is noble and proud” type book for reenactors. Mr. Rettig breaks stuff down such as hunting shirts, breechclouts, drinking etc from period Narratives. It’s a great jumping off point for new folks as well as a quick go to for when you think you remember a quote from that book, by that guy, about that thing.
“Contact Points: American Frontiers from the Mohawk Valley to the Mississippi, 1750-1830” Andrew Clayton: This book is a collection of essays on the Backcountry by a number of respected authors. Ok I know some authors out there in the “hobbie” blast any modern historians work as some kind of Liberal conspiracy to make the backcountry a socialist utopia (while somehow their books are above critique and agenda free) This book is a great starting point to lead you to some killer books that will really open up your eyes/mind to looking at the backcountry in a new way.
“Chainbreaker's War: A Seneca Chief Remembers the America Revolution by Blacksnake” If ya like reading Shane/Draper interviews you’ll love this book. It’s An Interview with Blacksnake a Seneca who fought in the Revolution. Some really kewl little tidbits about backcountry war parties and native life. Now if you Like reading Francis Parkman’s stuff you might not dig it (Am I the only person who can’t stand Parkman’s stuff? )
Any of DALE PAYNE’S BookS: Ok I don’t get a kickback from Dale for pimping his books. He’s done a great Job of compiling Info and letting it speak for itself. You can get his books from a number of sutlers or contact Prickett’s Fort at firstname.lastname@example.org (304)363-3030
“Westward into Kentucky: The Narrative of Daniel Trabue by Daniel Trabue” Awesome narrative (looks like it was written by Alan Krause) some great info on how folks moved into Kentucky as well as 18th century backcountry life.
“Textiles in America 1650-1870: A Dictionary Based on Original Documents, Prints and Paintings, Commercial Records, American Merchants' Papers, Shopk (Winterthur/Barra Book) by Florence M. Montgomery”: Ok once again some folks will blast the idea of anything but nettles for cloth but….This book will answer A ton of questions that might pop into your skull from reading narratives, ledgers etc. This is a must have for anyone reenacting the 18th century and want to improve their kit in anyway. You don’t need to count threads to enjoy this book.
SO that’s just a few books I recommend to folks. I’ll be posting some more as the summer goes along. Also don’t don’t, don’t forget about google books. A LOT of period narratives are on their and readable for free. This way you can save yourself a lot of $ to buy more books, its part of the sickness that is this hobbie. I’m running out of shelf space myself…and the piles of books next to my weaving chair are often the flashpoint for family debates.
To add to the weirdness I got a recent update from Mr. Crowder. He recently received a copy of the “crazy crow” Cartouche Knife. His review of the product was pretty short and sweet…Don’t buy it. In his words “it weighs as much as a trade gun”. Crowder is a pretty good judge of the minutia that goes into a trade knife so if you’re looking for a good copy of this knife…looks like you’ll be spending more then $30. If you’re in the market for a Knife I do know “At the Eastern Door” has some killer scalpers made by Eric Schatzel drop him an email for details.
This brings up a question I’ve been asked a few times this past month. How do I choose stuff to review? Well Normally it’s just stuff I need for my kit and pick up from a vendor after doing research into the item myself. Doing a little pre buy research I then know what to ask the vendor/craftsperson as far as their product goes. 99% of people making a quality item can then fill in the blanks for you on the product.
A few items I’ve reviewed were given to me by the maker to do some “field tests” on (The South Union Mills stockings and Jed Wray likes how I try and destroy his stuff) But honestly if I didn’t like the item I would simply send it back to the maker or pay for it and put it in the bin of stuff I don’t use. I really don’t want to give anyone a BAD review so I simply choose to not review items I don’t like. I will however reserve the right to complain about blanket pins, squirrel cookers, woven garters with leather tabs, coverlet haversacks and Items from BIG vendors (like the crazy crow cartouche knife) as these vendors cover such a large cross section of hobbies me saying a knife isn’t quality really won’t hurt them at all.
To add some eye candy I’ve posted two details of images I came across in a late night Coca cola fueled web search (ya I’m back on the soda…got its hooks into me again) One is a detail from a 1752 German image from an early Narrative showing a European man in a coat, hat and leggings and mocs. The narrative can be found here (Thanx Joeseph): http://books.google.com/books?id=OGdCAAAAcAAJ&dq=Aventures+du+s.+C.+Le+Beau%2C+avocat+en+Parlement%2C+ou+Voyage+curieux+et+nouveau+parmi+les+Sauvages+de+l%E2%80%99Amerique+septentrionale+dans+lequel+on+trouvera+une+description+du+Canada+avec+une+relation+tr%C3%A8s+particuli%C3%A8re+des+anciennes+coutumes%2C+m%C5%93urs+et+fa%C3%A7ons+de+vivre+des+barbares+qui+l%E2%80%99habitent+et+de+la+mani%C3%A8re+dont+ils+se+comportent+aujourd%E2%80%99huy.&source=gbs_navlinks_s
The second image is a detail from a painting entitled “a view of St. Johns…” and was done in the 1780’s. Nice detail of some natives hanging around a fire as well as some guys sleeping under a canoe. The whole image is pretty sweet Canadians, guys in canoes. It can be seen here: http://jcb.lunaimaging.com/luna/servlet/detail/JCB~1~1~1638~2570001:A-View-of-St--John-s,-upon-the-Rive?sort=IMAGE_DATE%2Csubject_groups&qvq=w4s%3A%2Fwhat%2FArtifacts&fb_source=message
Well summer vacation has begun so let’s see if having Jr. Gingi wrangler home helps me get more stuff finished.


How does Mac die in unbroken?
But Mac’s sense of responsibility drives him to redemption, risking his own life to protect Louie and Phil from the sharks. In the end, Mac lacks the resilience to survive, dying on the raft from malnourishment.
Is the movie unbroken historically accurate?
“Unbroken” is billed as the true story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic runner who served in the US Air Force during World War II. While on a mission over the Pacific Ocean in 1943, his plane went down.
How old was Cynthia Applewhite when she died?
75 years (1926–2001)
How old is Louis Zamperini?
97 years (1917–2014)
How did Louis Zamperini change the world for the better?
Louis Zamperini had a great impact and continues to change the world. In 1952, he went back to Japan to meet with and forgive his prisoner of war camp captors. They all agreed to meet with him except for The Bird. A little later in his life, he founded Victory Boys Camp.
When did the movie Unbroken come out?
2 January 2015 (India)
When did Phil from unbroken die?
Did Louis Zamperini ever meet the bird again?
Yes. Louis Zamperini met Corporal Mutsuhiro Watanabe (aka “The Bird”) at the Omori POW camp located on an island in Tokyo Bay. Prison guard Mutsuhiro Watanabe was so relentless in his torture of the POWs that it left Louis with nightmares and constant dread.
What happened when Zamperini and Phillips finally reached land?
When Zamperini and Phillips, finally reached land on the Marshall Islands they were captured and taken prisoner. For more than two years he was systematically starved and beaten. The sadistic sergeant, nicknamed “The Bird,” set out to break him with physical and psychological torture.
What is the mood of unbroken?
tone Factual, journalistic, hopeful. The story is presented with a factual tone, but as the title of the book suggests, the book is shaped in ways that celebrate Louie’s life and that support the portrait of Louie as an exceptional human being.


The Historical Evolution of Knives:
The history of knives spans back over two million years, with the earliest knives being made from flint, bone, and obsidian by our ancient human ancestors. These primitive tools were used for hunting, skinning animals, and cutting plants, and were essential for survival in a prehistoric world.
The earliest knives were simple tools made from sharpened stones or bones, used for cutting and carving. These primitive knives were essential for survival, as they were used for hunting, food preparation, and various other tasks. Over time, as metalworking techniques were developed, knives began to be made from copper, bronze, and iron. These metals allowed for more durable and versatile knives, and they quickly became essential tools in many societies.
In more recent times, knives have continued to evolve, with new materials and manufacturing techniques leading to even more specialized and versatile blades. Today, there are countless different types of knives, each with their own unique design and purpose.
Early Primitives to Modern-Day Pocket and Kitchen Knives:
As humans evolved and developed new technologies, knives became more sophisticated. During the Bronze Age, knives were made from copper and bronze, and during the Iron Age, iron knives were developed. These new materials allowed for stronger, more durable knives that were able to hold a sharper edge for longer periods of time. Knives were also used for ceremonial purposes in many cultures, with ornately decorated knives being symbols of power and prestige. During the medieval period in Europe, the eating knife became popular, with elaborate handles and intricate designs. Knives were also used as weapons, with the development of the sword and other bladed weapons.
In the modern era, knives have become even more specialized, with kitchen knives designed for specific tasks, such as chopping vegetables or filleting fish. Tactical knives have also become popular for outdoor enthusiasts and military personnel. Today, knives are used for a wide range of purposes, from survival and self-defense to cooking and crafting. They are an essential tool for many people and continue to evolve and adapt to meet the needs of different cultures and societies.
Technological Advancements and Cultural Influences in the Evolution of Knives:
Knives have been an essential tool for humans for thousands of years, and they have evolved over time due to technological advancements and cultural influences. Here are some of the key developments that have shaped the evolution of knives:
- Stone Age knives:
- The earliest knives were made from flint, obsidian, and other types of stone. These knives were typically used for cutting and slicing, and they were often used for hunting and food preparation.
- Bronze Age knives:
- With the advent of metalworking, knives began to be made from bronze. Bronze knives were sharper and more durable than their stone counterparts, and they were used for a wider range of tasks, including woodworking and construction.
- Iron Age knives:
- Iron knives eventually replaced bronze knives, as iron was more abundant and easier to work with. Iron knives were sharper and more durable than bronze knives, and they were used for a wider range of tasks, including warfare.
- Folding knives:
- The first folding knives were developed in the Roman era, and they were used primarily for eating and carving. Folding knives became popular during the Middle Ages, and they were often used by soldiers and hunters.
- Pocket knives:
- Pocket knives were first developed in the 16th century, and they quickly became popular among travelers and tradesmen. Pocket knives were small and portable, and they were often used for cutting and slicing food, as well as for general utility tasks.
- The Industrial Revolution brought about many changes in the way knives were made. Mass production techniques were developed, and knives became more affordable and widely available.
- Modern materials:
- In recent years, knives have been made from a wide range of materials, including stainless steel, carbon fiber, and titanium. These materials are lighter and more durable than traditional materials, and they have allowed for the development of new types of knives, such as tactical knives and survival knives.
Cultural influences have also played a significant role in the evolution of knives. Different cultures have developed unique types of knives for specific purposes, such as the Japanese sushi knife, the Swiss Army knife, and the American Bowie knife. Knives have also been used in cultural rituals and ceremonies, such as the Samoan knife dance and the Scottish dirk dance. Icknives is also one of the most famous brand in the history.


Micro-Housing trends, Steve Jobs: residential developer, and the selfie
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A recent ULI conference explored the next evolution in Micro-Housing: Smarter, Shared, and Modular.
A former librarian and amateur archivist recorded 35 years of cable news around the clock on VHS. 140,000 VHS tapes actually. As most news broadcasts weren’t saved before 2000, her collection is valuable to researchers today. Now they just have to digitize all those tapes. By hand. One by one.
Two years after his death, the name Steve Jobs still draws a crowd. At a panel at ULI Fall Meeting in Chicago, panelists and audience participants were asked what innovations Apple Computer’s founder and CEO would have undertaken had he been a residential developer.
Slumped over your computer again? Put some green plants by your desk to rev up your brain. Fast Company discusses the benefits of plants in the office—two studies found that plants and flowers improve your focus on various work tasks. Buy a plant and make yourself more productive, refreshed and connected with nature.
You’ve heard of iPhone neck and gamer’s thumb, but what about email apnea? While spending long hours email, texting or reading stressful email or texts, some folks hold their breath. “Like sleep apnea, a lack of oxygen and breathing during email apnea prompt a “fight or flight” response from the body, causing a stress reaction that can lead to health issues including higher blood pressure.” Just step away from the computer or smartphone and breath. You will feel much better.
Oxford’s Word of the Year: Selfie
Ever wonder if you look like a pig as you stuff a hamburger down your gob? People in Japan actually worry about this, as a small mouth is a desired trait among women. One burger chain has a solution – the liberation wrapper covers your oink fest and gives the illusion of a petite demure face.
And because what’s the end of the year without a ‘best of’ or ‘most influential’ list? Time gives you The 11 Most Influential Animals of 2013.
In a recent class, the instructor posed the question “How has technology impacted your business?” Serendipitously, I discovered the snippet below in the 1990 issue of “Real Estate Today,” which provides client metrics on NAR Library use:
In comparing this to today’s numbers, the difference is staggering:
From 60,000 inquires in 1990 to over 750,000 inquiries in 2013. In 1990 we received 60,000 phone calls versus 164,254 calls, emails, and web chats in 2012. In 1990, 30,000 items were checked out from the library, versus 783,233 items checked out from the library in 2012. To be fair, in 1997 the NAR Library merged with the Association’s Member Services and Customer Service team to form “Information Central.” The 2012 numbers reflect Infomation Central’s services. However, the 2012 numbers reflect services that libraries provide: quick and extensive reference, and print and digital library resource use.
This difference is no doubt due, in part or in whole, to 21st century technologies. Perhaps the most exciting technology tool for the library in recent years (at least for us librarians) is eBooks. REALTORS® can check out and download eBooks from the comfort of the home or office, instantly. Not only do eBooks provide the instant gratification of downloading and reading instantaneously, and allow greater access to the Library’s collection, but they are much easier to control on the backend—no more library cards and scanning book barcodes, and no more late fees since books automatically return to the library at the end of the checkout period (members can even renew books through the eBooks website). Peruse our eBook collection here and download the free eBooks reading software here.
Another reason for the great disparity in numbers is likely due to the increased bandwidth, storage, and hosting capabilities of the 21st century Internet. Today, many of our library materials are digital and open-access. Our field guide collection alone receives thousands of visitors every year, and many take advantage of our ProQuest article database subscription to read The Economist, The Journal of Real Estate Research, The Appraisal Journal, and much more.
I close this post with a question for you: How has 21st century technology impacted your business?
NAR members and Association staff can borrow up to three books for 30 days from the Library for a nominal fee of $10.
Members and staff can also borrow up to six electronic books, digital audios and/or videos at no cost, through the Virtual Library eBooks Collection.
Rules for Radicals: a practical primer for realistic radicals
By Saul D. Alinsky
First published in 1971, Rules for Radicals is Saul Alinsky’s impassioned counsel to young radicals on how to effect constructive social change and know “the difference between being a realistic radical and being a rhetorical one.” Written in the midst of radical political developments whose direction Alinsky was one of the first to question, this volume exhibits his style at its best. Like Thomas Paine before him, Alinsky was able to combine, both in his person and his writing, the intensity of political engagement with an absolute insistence on rational political discourse and adherence to the American democratic tradition.
Privacy and Big Data
By Terence Craig & Mary E. Ludloff
O’Reilly Media, Inc., 2011
Much of what constitutes Big Data is information about us. Through our online activities, we leave an easy-to-follow trail of digital footprints that reveal who we are, what we buy, where we go, and much more. This eye-opening book explores the raging privacy debate over the use of personal data, with one undeniable conclusion: once data’s been collected, we have absolutely no control over who uses it or how it is used. Personal data is the hottest commodity on the market today-truly more valuable than gold. We are the asset that every company, industry, non-profit, and government wants. Privacy and Big Data introduces you to the players in the personal data game, and explains the stark differences in how the U.S, Europe, and the rest of the world approach the privacy issue.
How to Say It for Women
By Phyllis Mindell, Ed. D.
Prentice Hall Press, 2001
In the workplace, language is power. And too often, women sabotage their own success by using the wrong words or gestures – and creating an impression of uncertainty. In How to Say It for Women, Dr. Phyllis Mindell teaches you how to convey your ideas with authority – without sacrificing your integrity. Whit action plans, specific tips, sound advice, and success stories, How to Say It for Women give you the tools.
American Nightmare: How Government Undermines the Dream of Homeownership
By Randal O’Toole
Cato Institute, 2012
The American Dream turned into a nightmare when the housing bubble burst, and people have been trying to figure out who to blame – Greedy bankers? Corrupt politicians? Ignorant homeowners? In American Nightmare: How Government Undermines the Dream of Homeownership, Randal O’Toole explores the forces at play in the housing market and shows how we can rebuild the American dream of homeownership by eliminating federal, state, and local policies that distort the free market for housing.
Predictive Analytics: The Power to Predict Who Will Click, Buy, Lie, or Die
By Eric Siegel
John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2013
Predictive Analytics unleashes the power of data. With this technology, the computer literally learns from data how to predict the future behavior of individuals. Perfect prediction is not possible, but putting odds on the future — lifting a bit of the fog off our hazy view of tomorrow — means pay dirt. In this rich, entertaining primer, former Columbia University professor and Predictive Analytics World founder Eric Siegel reveals the power and perils of prediction. A truly omnipresent science, predictive analytics affects everyone, every day. Although largely unseen, it drives millions of decisions, determining whom to call, mail, investigate, incarcerate, set up on a date, or medicate. Predictive analytics transcends human perception. This book’s final chapter answers the riddle: What often happens to you that cannot be witnessed, and that you can’t even be sure has happened afterward — but that can be predicted in advance? Whether you are a consumer of it — or consumed by it — get a handle on the power of Predictive Analytics.
Strategy Safari: A Guided Tour Through the Wilds of Strategic Management
By Henry Mintzberg, Bruce Ahlstrand and Joseph Lampel
Simon & Schuster, Inc., 1998
Strategy Safari makes sense of a field that often seems to make no sense. Mintzberg, Ahlstrand, and Lampel pair their sweeping vision of strategy making with an authoritative catalog in which they identify ten schools of strategy that have emerged over the past four decades. Why struggle through the vast, confusing terrain of strategy formation? With clarity and depth, Strategy Safari maps the strategic landscape and facilitates intelligent, informed strategy formation.
Making Public Policy: A Hopeful View of American Government
By Henry Mintzberg, Bruce Ahlstrand and Joseph Lampel
Simon & Schuster, Inc., 1998
This is a book about the policy-making process in the United States. The way this process functions must provide a key to why Americans feel both admiration and distrust for their government. Government goes about the process of making policy in certain ways. That process can be a source of pride or disgust. And out of the policy-making process come substantive government actions (or inactions). These result, too, can encourage or disturb people.
Big Data goes hyper, inventions and rich guys with lions
Big data is the hot topic of 2013. This week the New York Times reports that out of Big Data comes hyper data. There’s no question that the amount of publicly accessible data—running the gamut from consumer behaviors to economic indicators—is growing exponentially. The question is how to harness and leverage the big and hyper data needed to reach business goals and aspirations. We watch the horizon with an eager eye.
The Gettysburg Address is one of the great American speeches. The Harrisburg Patriot & Union disagreed (in 1863). They called the speech full of silly remarks that should be forgotten. Fortunately, the current paper, The Patriot News of Harrisburg, has retracted that old criticism. “The paper now says it regrets the error of not seeing the speech’s “momentous importance, timeless eloquence and lasting significance.” “
Time looks at the 25 best inventions of 2013. I’m sure some of these are wonderful, but…meh.
You think your rare Tibetan Mastiff is an exciting pet? In the Persian Gulf, large cats – ie. lions, tigers, and cheetahs — are the companion du jour. That and expensive sports cars. Want to liven up your instagram feeed? Buzzfeed looks at Rich Guys with Lions.
We received a research request in the NAR Library on whether real estate listing videos prove worthwhile and of equal (or greater) value to photos. The answer to this question is somewhat subjective—what is true for one agent in his or her market may be the opposite for another agent in a different market. Real estate is local. However, after scouring the web we found some compelling evidence to support the technology and time investment for video creation.
As you may already know, the NAR partnered with Google this year on a research project titled The Digital House Hunt which surveyed home shoppers between July of 2011 and June of 2012. A few highlights of this report include:
- 16% of those who used a mobile phone during the home search process watched an online video about a home (p. 8).
- Of the home shoppers who used video in the home search process, 51% went to YouTube, 41% went to brokerage websites, and 37% went to Google video (p. 12).
- Finding an agent and agent related searches on YouTube grew 46% year-over-year in 2011 (p. 21).
And according to the NAR’s 2013 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers:
- About 4 in 10 buyers rated virtual video tours very useful among website features (p. 45).
- 27% of home buyers and sellers looked at online video sites during the home search process (p. 47).
Additionally, the Pew Internet and American Life project publishes immensely insightful and reliable reports that frequently cover technology topics. Some recent reports and their highlights include:
Online Video 2013, (Pew Internet and American Life Project, Oct. 2013):
The share of online adults who watch or download videos has also grown from 69% of internet users in 2009 to 78% today, and mobile phones have become a key part of the video viewing and creating experience.
Photo and Video Sharing Grow Online, (Pew Internet and American Life Project, Oct. 2013).
Last, check out the NAR Library’s Field Guide to Digital Video as a Sales Tool and a few other articles from around the web:
Dare to be Different with Video, (REALTOR® Magazine, Aug. 2013):
Video is becoming more and more important to businesses. Forrester Research found that Web pages with videos are 53 times more likely to appear in the first page of Google search results than text-only pages. That kind of power is moving many real estate professionals to find new and interesting ways to present video as part of their marketing plan.
Growth of Video, Photo Sharing Raises Online Bonding, (REALTOR® Magazine, Oct. 2013).
Taking Video Marketing to a Shorter Level, (Chicago Agent Magazine, Oct. 17, 2013)
Turn Mobile Photos into Listing Videos (Inman, 2013).
Homebuyers Seeking Out Video on YouTube, (Chicago Agent Magazine, Feb. 20, 2013).
Let’s Get Reel, (REALTOR® Magazine, Aug. 2012).
Good Audio is Key in Real Estate Videos, (Inman, 2012)
‘Stache advice, no fail-whale for Twitter’s IPO, and two time zones in mainland US?
United Airlines is the latest carrier to revise its Personal Electronic Devices (PED) policy to allow gate-to-gate use. Customers still must stow their laptops for takeoff and landing because of their weight and you still can’t make calls.
Are you or a man in your life participating in Movember, the month-long charity event in which men will attempt to grow mustaches while raising money for men’s health causes like testicular and prostate cancers? Time gets the tips on how to grow the best ‘stache you can.
Twitter’s IPO seems to have been a success, finishing its first day well above its offer price. Of course the company still doesn’t make a profit. Time looks back on some key moments in the history of Twitter.
Amazon is launching a new program for Kindle users to get select titles a month before the physical books are available.
Worried about putting all your data on the Obamacare website? You’d think it would be a hacker’s dream hit. While the site has more than its share of problems, identity theft apparently isn’t one of them. CNN says don’t worry.
Google can provide extra search help for you—for a price. Google Helpouts video chats can help you with a research request about computers, fashion and many other topics—from a few minutes to several hours. Alternatively, contact one of Information Central’s Librarians and we can help you with real estate research questions by phone, email, instant message, live chat, Twitter or Skype, at no charge!
Have you recovered from the end of Daylight Savings Time yet? I haven’t. An economist proposes that the US should drop Daylight Savings Time and further, just have two time zones—Eastern and Western. Kind of radical, but it makes some sense.
What’s a proven method for getting a good turnout at your next open house? One REALTOR® had some success with a car, some soft drinks, and a huge media blitz, according to an article in the March 1953 issue of the National Real Estate Journal.
In the fall of 1952 a young Dallas homebuilder promoted his new model home with an offer of a new car and free soft drinks. All one had to do to get the new Cadillac was purchase one of Howdy Howard’s Holiday Homes.
The 31-year-old Howard was proud of his Holiday Home and pulled all the stops to let Dallas-area home buyers know about it. The house featured year-round air conditioning, an all-electric kitchen and laundry, two and a half baths, and a large patio with a sink and refrigerator built into the barbecue pit. The exterior walls were made of 100-year-old bricks and the steps were faced with imported Mexican tiles.
Howard advertised on local television and radio stations and in the newspapers and other media outlets — even an aerial banner ad — inviting everyone to see the home during a 12-day open house beginning October 26, 1952.
The Dr. Pepper beverage company provided complimentary drinks during the event. Handing out soft drinks on the patio was Dr. Pepper employee Barbara Gentry. Earlier in the year she had gained fame as “Alice from Dallas,” the city’s official hostess at a national Jaycee convention, and as Miss Dallas Texans for the new football team.
On its opening Sunday an estimated 30,000 people visited the house. By the time the 12-day open house was over, nearly 100,000 prospective buyers and curious lookers had toured Howdy Howard’s Holiday Home.
Built in the fashionable Northhaven Hills area, Howard said about half of the homes would be built to his specifications and the rest according to clients’ wishes. Prices ranged from $40,000 to $110,000. All came with groceries stocked in the kitchen and of course a Cadillac in the driveway.
Mortgage Fraud, Global Ghosts, Rent-a-Chicken, and other things that go ‘bump’ in the night
Mortgage application fraud subsided a bit in the second quarter, but a new area of concern popped up with more lenders worried about origination fraud as homeowners struggled to acquire homes in a tighter, more stringent origination environment.
Goldman Sachs analysts spotlighted some of the world’s fast accelerating housing markets this week, in a bid to try to sniff out potential for problems in the making. Here are five markets around the world that are bubblicious, including our neighbor the the north, Canada.
You know about ghosts and vampires, but how about Skondhokatas, headless victims of train accidents in India? Or Jiang Shi, the hopping ghosts of China? The Atlantic has a fun article on spooks from around the world.
The short winter days are upon us. Chicago is enveloped in a blanket of darkness by 6pm these days. Winter does not have to be all that dark, though. The citizens of Rjukan, Norway took action against the winter darkness in a bizarre, yet clever contraption.
REALTORS® know better than anyone that timeliness is the ticket to successful client relationships. Though Greg Savage’s post on timeliness is a couple years old, it resurfaced this week and is a great reminder about the impact of chronic lateness.
Fall is also the start of cold and flu season. Watch out for these germ-infested places.
The Better Business Bureau warns computer hackers are creating phony Affordable Care Act websites and asking for consumers’ personal information, such as Social Security and bank account numbers. Be careful!
Interested in the local food movement but unwilling to commit to a chicken coop full-time? Try Rent a Chicken for a season. They deliver hens in their egg-laying prime. Of course it can be more expensive than just doing it yourself, but hey, if after a season you decide chickens aren’t your thing, they take the whole menagerie away.
Top Halloween costumes this year include Minions and Miley. Glad I saw neither last night at the parade.
Just when we thought society’s cat obsession had gone too far, someone declared Tuesday, October 29th as “National Cat Day” and created a kitten delivery service. What is this world coming to? That said, be sure mark your calendar for the more distinguished “National Dog Day” on August 26th.
Field Guides are one-stop resource packages on dozens of subjects of interest to REALTORS®. On each page you’ll find links to articles, books, web sites, statistics, and other material on each subject. The list of the most-used field guides from Information Central for the month of October 2013 was released today:
- Field Guide to Quick Real Estate Statistics
- Field Guide to Being a New REALTOR®
- Field Guide to Opening a Real Estate Brokerage
- Field Guide to Preparing & Staging a House for Sale
- Field Guide to Real Estate Office Policy Manuals
- Field Guide to Writing a Business Plan
- Field Guide to Farming and Prospecting
- Field Guide to Listing & Selling Luxury Properties
- Field Guide to Marketing Tips for REALTORS®
- Field Guide to 1031 Exchanges
Have an idea for a new field guide? Let us know!


Bring Back the Bad Guy!
(The forgotten power of the traditional tale)
I have been entertaining children for over 17 years and I have noticed a very interesting thing: children have often been denied the delicious safe scare that the bad guy in fairy stories brings. Today’s very well meaning parents have not wanted to expose their little ones to the Big Bad Wolf or the Wicked Witch because they don’t want their child to be frightened or traumatised. Up to the age of 2, I recommend staying safe and sticking to a non scary show such as my Bobby Bunny Show which is specifically designed for the very young realists that are the under 2’s, as an eminent American child specialist, Dr Robert Needlman explains:
Even though the roots of fantasy stretch back into early childhood, children begin life as realists. Infants only view objects for what they are: a block is a block, a stick is a stick. Give a one-year-old a telephone and he might babble into it, but he won't talk into a toy car or a shoe. It's only later, between about 18 and 24 months that children start to understand symbolism--that is, that one thing can stand for something else. Symbolic thinking sparks an explosion of language development as children realize that every object and action is connected to a word or phrase.
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For confident children of two and above, traditional fairy tales can bring a wealth of wonder , providing a rich source of fantasy, spectacular visual imagery and a less obvious and fairly serious bonus. I’m soon to offer traditional story telling sessions with puppets and props from my story telling apron series starting with the stunningly beautiful Thumbelina.
Children’s literature has been largely sanitised (with the notable exception of the ever popular Harry Potter) to reflect the real world around us rather than the fantasy presented in traditional tales. As interesting as real life can be, it can also be very cruel and unforgiving. How do we prepare our children for the harshness of real life experiences that they are bound one day to face in a manner that they can digest and assimilate?
The telling of fairy tales, complete with heroes, villains and happy ever afters can provide children with a framework of preparedness in symbolic form.
Consider the story of Hansel and Gretel where a small boy and his sister are abandoned by their mother and father. The children use their resourcefulness to outwit an old hag and find their way back to the father and restore the relationship to a happy ever after. This story reflects the struggle that all children face, to feel powerful in a big, often scary world. So, fantasy speaks to us on a very basic level, about what it means to become powerful, that is, to grow up.


Fred Boissonnas is the first foreign photographer to have toured so much in the Greek world since 1903 and for about three decades later. He traveled from Peloponnesus to Crete and Olympus and from Ithaca to Mount Athos.
I found his work, pioneering but also decisive for the evolution of Greek photography in the 20th century. Through his photographs and albums, he presents a panorama of Greece during the interwar period, contributing to the formation of European public opinion for Greece during the same period.
In 1913 he visited Greece and traveled to Epirus to as many places as possible. From this visit in Epirus, his album “L ‘Épire berceau des Grècs” (Epirus, the cradle of Greece) was included in the series “L’ image de la Grècs“.
I truly loved the feeling of this book which I manage to find a rare copy in excellent condition. The following photos are part of this album.


The O'Reilly House Museum recently opened for another season. Student employees this year are: Nick Batten, Erica Haley and Grant Payne as guides and Rebecca Cahill as database administrator. Open hours for the museum are 10 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 6 pm, seven days a week. Admission: $2.00 for adults, 6 to 14 years $1:00 and under six free.
On July 1, 2011 a wreath will be laid at Beaumont-Hamel in France to remember our fallen soldiers on behalf of people in the Placentia area. This is being arranged by two members of the Placentia Area Historical Society who reside in Scotland, David and Anne McKerrow. Anne, daughter of Bill Kelly of Southeast, Placentia, will place the wreath. A card will be attached with a message provided by Ian Walsh of the Royal Canadian Legion, Placentia branch. To read the message click on the link below:
On June 21 the Placentia Area Historical Society teamed up with Castle Hill National Historic Site to celebrate the summer solstice. This resulted in an evening of entertainment at the interpretation centre on Castle Hill. A number of youth and adult performers entertained the approximate sixty people who attended. This included singing, musical presentations, story telling and visual arts displays. The group also enjoyed tea coffee and sweets during a brief break.Solstice_on_Castle_Hill.
The Placentia Area Historical Society (PAHS) is always seeking to augment and improve the collection of artefacts that are part of the exhibits at the O’Reilly House Museum. Nonetheless, since its inception in 1989, the museum has been acquiring a wide array of artefacts for display from local residents. And in order to ensure the organisation of this collection, paper copies that detailed relevant information about the artefacts, have been meticulously maintained.
The Placentia Area Historical Society (PAHS) held its annual meeting and election of officers on March 20 at the Placentia Area Development Association building. Two new board members were welcomed: Helen Griffin and Lorraine Kaczmarczykz. Lee Everts gave a report on the new computer program being used to record acquisitions at the museum. She also outlined the benefits of being a member of the Canadian Museum Association which PAHS has decided to join.
"Growing Memories" was a highly a successful event in the Placentia Public Library on Saturday, March 12, when Jim Wyse, Marina Gambin and Patricia Power told of their memories growing up in Placentia, Branch and Jerseyside. This was part of the Speaker Series conducted by the Placentia Area Historical Society in various locations in the community. This one, done in Partnership with the Placentia Public Library Board drew a capacity crowd that expressed its appreciation for all the presentations. Refreshments were provided by Library Board and a drawing was held for copies of books published by two of the speakers, Patricia Power and Marina Gambin. Another presentation is being planned for the spring.
On, Friday, February 4, PAHS President Tom O'Keefe attended a meeting held in the Placentia Bay Arts Centre. The purpose was to discuss the holding of a ceremony in June for the repatriation of medals belonging to WW1 Veteran, Lance-Corporal Martin P. Kent, and to remember all the veterans in that war from Placentia. Martin was the son of a police constable James Kent who served in Placentia for 25 years.


In his conference, David Nathan presents the general concept of archiving, with a focus on the Endangered Language ARchives (ELAR) of SOAS. He displays the main principles and concepts of archiving, and discusses issues in data management, giving advice on how to produce good and useful archives (strategies, file organization, file naming, formats and encoding, video and audio files, metadata, etc.). As director of ELAR, D. Nathan presents the particularities of this archive, its philosophy and functions. He further offers reflections on innovative web technologies and their utility, for linguistics in general and for endangered language support in particular.
The conference and the PowerPoint material are in English.
David Nathan is the Director of the Endangered Languages Archive (ELAR) at the School of African and Oriental Languages (SOAS) in London. He has worked for nearly twenty years with computing applications for endangered languages, especially Australian Aboriginal languages. He has also developed software for language research, publication, and education. Currently he is absorbed in the development of the Endangered Languages Archive, its close connections to issues in language documentation, language support and education, and linguistic research, and how these connections can be supported through innovative web technologies.


Let’s put the tights away this week and take a look at three alternatives to capes and cowls.
Strangers in Paradise (Abstract Studios) –
It is a shame more girls don’t read comics. It’s not that comic books isolate women, in fact, those girls that give the medium a chance are sure to find something they like – mainstream hero or alternative indie It doesn’t matter, there are books women will read, if only they knew about them. One such series is Terry Moore’s romance epic, Strangers in Paradise. Beginning in 1993, the series recently ended with issue #90 last June. Now published by Moore’s company, Abstract Studios, SiP focuses on the lives of the tomboyish Katina (Katchoo), her roommate Francine and their artsy friend David. There are plenty of secondary characters like the narcissistic ex-boyfriend Freddy Femur or assassin Tambi, each playing an important part in the drama that unfolds with each issue. This is a comic about real people, drawn realistically and is the perfect book to read for those that don’t like super heroes, or, for those that like heroes, a book that is a good change of pace. When I said earlier that women would love this book, I didn’t mean the series was just for girls. I happened to enjoy SiP and for me, when I started reading, I told myself “oh crap … ” – not because I didn’t like the book, but because I knew I’d have to buy the rest of the books and see this to the end. I think men can enjoy the series if they would give it a chance. The series is collected in six condensed “pocket books,” or, for the collector, 19 full-sized volumes (for more information visit http://www.strangersinparadise.com/). You’ll find paradise in these stories, so don’t be a stranger. Also, Terry Moore is slated to pick up writing for Marvel’s Runaway series, following Joss Whedon’s run in the near future.
Baltimore or The Steadfast Tin Soldier and the Vampire (Bantam Spectra) –
I bring to you another book, not a comic. This novel is written by Christopher Golden (The Menagerie) and Mike Mignola (Hellboy), and accompanied by Mignola’s chilling black-and-white illustrations. I’ve come to realize that writers like Golden and Mignola are not merely authors ? they are storytellers. For me, if they were, for example, to catch a fish, they would say, “well, the fish was thiiiiiiiiiis big,” and proceed to regale you with a tale of “the one that got away.” And like an old fisherman’s yarn, this book is meant to entertain. Written with a complex narrative mix that evokes Dracula, Frankenstein and The Canterbury Tales, Baltimore is a story of WWI and the plague and one man’s quest to combat his personal demons (aka vampires). As a $25 hardcover, this title might not lure you in, but trust me, this is one book you want to get hooked by.
Potter’s Field #1 (BOOM! Studios) –
Recently appointed editor-in-chief of BOOM! Studios, Mark Waid (Kingdom Come, 52), unleashed his next great series this week. This is a crime book that focuses on the New York’s graveyard for the unnamed, the transients and unidentified bodies that slip through the cracks. Luckily the mysterious John Doe is there to catch them … and to avenge them. Working to put the names of the forgotten onto their tombstones, Doe relies on a network of informants, stationed throughout the city, to help him with his task. It pains me to know this issue is only the first of three, but hopefully we’ll be seeing much more of John Doe down the road.
Matt can be reached at firstname.lastname@example.org


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it’s fair use day.
i get asked about fair use a lot. actually, i get asked, “is it illegal to copy a cd for personal use?” a lot. this isn’t specifically covered under fair use, but case law generally says go ahead and make a backup.
but as far as copyright law goes, everything is copyrighted. everything put down in recorded form is protected under u.s. copyright law, including everything on the web, whether or not the creator registered it with the copyright office. that’s right: once you set it down on paper/tape/byte, its copyrighted (you have to register the copyright in order to pursue your legal claims in court, so, catch-22).
however, everyone has a little backdoor through the copyright law called the fair use provision. you should take a moment to familiarize yourself with fair use; i’d suggest stanford libraries’ marvelous site. but if you’re only going to read this post, then you should be familiar with the four factor test for fair use:
1. the purpose and character of your use
2. the nature of the copyrighted work
3. the amount and substantiality of the portion taken, and
4. the effect of the use upon the potential market.
what are you doing it for (are you adding value – ‘transforming’ the original work – or just copying), what kind of work is it in the first place (non-fiction is more permissible than fiction, for example), how much are you using (a few seconds of film? a single quote? a whole chapter?), and are you negatively impacting the potential earnings of the content creator?
if you can honestly say you haven’t run afoul of these factors, then your use is most likely fair.
many feel that the copyright laws have run out of bounds in the past 20 years or so, and there are major efforts being undertaken to restore copyright to its former sanity, the most popular/impressive of which is the creative commons initiative. they have a search page that can help you find creative-commons-licensed work which falls outside traditional copyright (and is therefore less restricted for use) at http://search.creativecommons.org/. i personally love flickr’s creative commons pages (http://flickr.com/creativecommons/), because i can play with the images there and not worry about copyright.
there. i’ve done my part for fair use day. happy (fair) using.


4 edition of Multilingual glossary of human settlements terms. found in the catalog.
by United Nations Centre for Human Settlements (Habitat) in Nairobi
Written in English
|Contributions||United Nations Centre for Human Settlements.|
|LC Classifications||HT65 .M85 1992|
|The Physical Object|
|Pagination||155 [i.e. 310] p. ;|
|Number of Pages||310|
|LC Control Number||94980073|
Illustrating the necessary transition from normative and regulatory practices to enabling strategies, the study addresses human settlements as both the objectives and instruments of development. A statistical annex is provided with 18 tables of human settlements data at the country level. Geography & Human Settlements Chapter Exam Instructions. Choose your answers to the questions and click 'Next' to see the next set of questions.
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Zurich, Switzerland. Oct. 3. 2022
We are pleased to announce that Singularity Academy's new book "Mental Health, Psychiatric Disorders, and the Implications of Long Covid-19", written by Prof. Ying Zhang, was published globally in digital and in print on Oct 1. 2022 (ISBN: 978-3-033-09459-8 (print) 978-3-033-09460-4 (digital)). This book presents an alternative medical treatment, traditional Chinese medicine (including acupuncture and herbal medicine), in effectively (in terms of economic cost and treatment performance) dealing with psychiatric disorders and the consequences on the mental health of long Covid-19.
Our Singularity's medical expert, Professor Dr. Berner, a professor of Psychiatry at Freiburg University, Germany, commented: "Dr. Ying Zhang's book is a compelling read for both the practitioner in TCM who likes to expand his knowledge on western medicine but much more for the practitioner in western medicine who likes to catch up with the growing interest in TCM in her/his community. One might find that some of the "new" ideas in western medicine, for instance, brain-gut interference or mindfulness, have been incorporated into medical practice elsewhere for quite a while. A stimulating journey through traditional Chinese medicine and western medicine and back again that I can wholeheartedly recommend for reading."
This book illustrates the theoretical foundation of TCM and its view of psychiatric disorders. It discusses the mechanism of TCM in healing people (rather than just treating people) by using the universe's wisdom (Yin and Yang) to provoke human's capacity to heal themselves and the TCM's principles regarding diagnosis and treatment (i.e., acupuncture and herbal medicine), as well as its applications in the period of long COVID-19. In addition, this book presents the effectiveness and pharmaceutical mechanism of herbal medicine and acupuncture using the latest western medicine research. With the rising number of psychiatric disorders in the world, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, this book, taking the view of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) into account, would benefit not only the healthcare system as a whole (in terms of cost-effectiveness) but also each individual's health (in terms of healing-effectiveness).
Prof. dr. Michael Berner, a Psychiatrist and a professor of Psychiatry in Germany, continued: "Dr. Ying Zhang undertakes a highly thought-provoking task. In her concise and readable compendium, she summarizes the principles of traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with special regard to mental health and certain aspects of the Covid-19 pandemics. She then focuses on the aspects and diagnoses of Western Medicine (WM). Well found in the medical literature, she bridges TCM and WM and points toward future developments for WM."
Doctor-medic Günther Mild, a specialist in psychiatry and psychotherapy, the Chief Physician of Verus Bonifatius Clinic in Bad Salzschlirf in Germany, said: "For me, it is very important that western medicine thinks out of the box and recognizes ancient traditional treatments based on research, such as Qi Gong, acupuncture, and Chinese herbal therapy. I recommend this book to colleagues as an introduction to the principles of traditional Chinese medicine in the complex and multimodal treatment of selected psychiatric disorders. This is especially important with the psychiatric complications of long covid, a disease we will often encounter shortly in outpatient and inpatient treatment."
Kristel Baele, the Chair of the Dutch National Council for Culture, said, "This book has successfully juxtaposed the treatments in traditional Chinese and Western medicine clearly and appealingly, making a powerful plea for cooperation."
Prof. dr. Shuhuai He, a former professor of TCM at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine with 60 years of teaching and practice in Chinese medicine, commented: "Dr. Ying Zhang is one of those who embrace both Chinese and Western medical knowledge. Her book, combining Chinese and Western medicine knowledge with a clear structure and rich content publication, will greatly help medical peers and broaden their thinking in diagnosis and treatment."
Prof. dr. Tiejun Tang, a professor of Chinese medicine in both Europe and China, with nearly 40 years of experience in teaching and researching Chinese medicine, the Chairman of the Chinese Medicine Alliance U.K.(CMA), said, "Dr. Ying Zhang, in her book, comprehensively analyzed many common clinical diseases in mental health from the fundamental theories of traditional Chinese medicine, Western medicine, and psychology. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment methods include acupuncture, herbal medicine, qigong, and tai chi. The current scientific evidence of these therapies is also discussed. This book is comprehensive in content, detailed in analysis, well organized, and with clear logic and sufficient evidence. It is a practical book for both medical practitioners and Covid patients."
Prof. dr. Feng Zhu, a professor of Business Administration from Harvard University, said: "Prof. dr. Ying Zhang's new book on treating psychiatric disorders using traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) sheds light on the importance of cross-disciplinary studies and practice. This work will open your eyes by showing the possible mechanism of traditional Chinese medicine in helping with Long Covid and why TCM could effectively treat mental diseases in terms of cost and performance. This work is significant to patients, doctors, policymakers, and healthcare managers".
Dr. Urs Lustenberger, our legal expert at Singularity Academy, commented, "Prof. Zhang shows that TCM has valid and comparably cost-effective alternative treatment methods in areas where western approaches are not as mature as one would have hoped. I have learned from this work that body and mind are inseparably intertwined; similarly, any modern treatment approach is inseparable from the wealth of historical knowledge accumulated over thousands of years."
Prof. Ying Zhang, the author of this book, said: "I sincerely hope this book will shed a little light on clinical psychology development, and I hope this work will facilitate both sides (WM and TCM) in gaining insight from each other to benefit the core of humanity."


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The Chokio Review is a Free Scout Press, Inc. publication based out of Chokio, MN which is located in west central MN. We are published once a week on Thursday with a circulation of approximately 800. The Chokio Review is a member of the Minnesota Newspaper Association.
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The Chiko Review has been serving the community for 114 years, one of the oldest surviving businesses in Chokio. The first issue of the newspaper, then called The Chokio Times, hit the street on Wednesday, February 17, 1897.
As the town grew, so did the newspaper. Pictured to the right one of the oldest known photographs of Main Street Chokio, taken circa 1900 of the west side of Main Street (looking north). The businesses have been identified (From left): A residence that was later moved from Main Street; Pederson Hardware Co.; a millinery shop; unidentified business place; E.G. Miller's Harness shop. Across the street in the next block were the Chokio Hotel, Bartlett and Burt's General Store, a hardware store, a bank, McNally's store, and a few more unidentified businesses.
The house in the distance (upper right) is believed to be the first location of the Chokio Times. Charles McAllen, publisher and editor, lived there and printed the first newspapers in one of its back rooms.
114 years and still publishing
by Kay Grossman
The Chokio Review celebrated its 114th anniversary on February 17, 2011. The first Chokio Review (originally named the Chokio Times) went to press on Wednesday, February 17, 1897, and since that time has served this community with a weekly edition, without interruption of publication.
This newspaper has been called by several names. It has been published in many locations. It has had many editors and publishers.
It’s difficult for a newspaper to show its age because each weekly issue is a new birth. Each issue will be different from the previous. That’s the nature of the beast. A newspaper changes with the times. The newspaper lives and dies with its community.
The 114 years of continuous publication says something about the staying power of small towns – of this small town. Newspapers mirror their communities. As the town continues, so does its newspaper week after week, telling the town about itself.
There have been times we didn’t like what we read about ourselves. And there are other times when we celebrated our accomplishments, reveling in community pride.
The community is vested in its newspaper. Even though it is privately owned, a newspaper is one of the few private businesses in which local people feel they have ownership. When that occurs, a newspaper is successful.
The success and longevity of this newspaper can be attributed to many reasons – advertisers continuing to promote and market their products within the newspaper, which keeps a newspaper financially healthy; and dedicated staff who work odd hours to prepare each weekly issue, to name a few. Perhaps the most defining reason, though, is that its readers are still interested.
Each week, subscribers look to the Chokio Review for their news about local events. Did the school board hire the new teacher? Will the city council raise the water rates? What will the county board do about a regional jail? Which students were named to the honor roll? Where’s Mary?
It is only in your local newspaper where you will find the answers to these questions. The Chokio Review has been answering these questions for 114 years. Here’s to another 114!
Past publishers and editors of the Chokio Review should be recognized for carrying on a community tradition – the weekly publication of Chokio’s newspaper.
For 114 years, the Chokio Review’s publishers and editors have been the recorders for the community, filling the many pages of the volumes they printed with the prosperity and decline, triumphs and disappointments, births and deaths, the joys and sorrows and everyday life of the area residents.
Ann Dorweiler wrote in her 1973 Chokio Community History:
“The editors of our Chokio papers are among the unsung heroes of the pioneers. I did not realize the full impact of their contribution until the past year, as I read hundreds of old Chokio Reviews.
“Their style of writing varies. The early editors used little punctuation, sometimes beginning a full column with a capital letter and ending with the period. Some words used I have not been able to find in present day dictionaries. Regardless of style, they were an educational facility in our community and its development.
“They created an intelligent, informed and thinking media for the people through the years. They contributed to the cultural, economic, and political life of the community.
“They were our ‘Booster’ for the Old Home Town.”
The founder of the Chokio newspaper was Charles McAllen. He began his paper, the Chokio Times, in a back room of his home on February 17, 1897. In later years, the name of the newspaper was changed to the Stevens County Review and owned in order by Charles Seely, 1902; R.A. Johnson, 1904; and J.J. Maloney and E.A. Lee in 1907.
Irv Townsend bought the newspaper in 1910 and changed the name to The Chokio Review. Following Mr. Townsend as owners were: A.L. Bragg, 1915; F.A. Shipman, 1919; J. Leonard Manire, 1926; John Bollinger, 1928; George Townsend, 1930; Floyd and Bill Goulet, 1944; Gary and Jane Riba, 1966; Dean Brenner, 1968; Owen and Michele Heiberg, 1972; Nick Ripperger, 1997.
The owners were also the editors until 1968. Editors of The Chokio Review since then were: Joan McNally, 1968-1971; Charlene Grabil, 1971; Joan McNally, 1973-1978; Marion Amberg, 1978; Kay Grossman, 1979-1992; Tammy Dierks, 1992-1994; Rhonda Asmus, 1994-2001; Nancy Woodke, 2001-2005; Nick Ripperger, 2005-2006; and Kay Grossman, 2006- .


|High John the Conquerer Roots|
Zora Neale Hurston writes a little about High John the Conquerer, saying
High John de Conquer came to be a man, and a mighty man at that. But he was not a natural man in the beginning. First off, he was a whisper, a will to hope, a wish to find something worthy of laughter and song. Then the whisper put on flesh.She goes on to paint a picture of a sort of trickster messiah, who came to African slaves with songs of a new world, since they'd left their old songs behind in Africa (using the term "songs" to clearly mean something other than music, but more like "attunement with the magic of a land").
He is a laughing figure, playing tricks on "Ol' Massa" and teaching the slaves how to laugh again. He also teaches them to steal away, leaving their bodies working or resting while they go off to Heaven or to Hell, to come away with the songs they find there. He teaches them to find love by joy, to find riches by trickery and to seize luck with both hands. Laughter and song are his gifts, and the themes of his presence, and he kept up his wandering, until freedom came. Of this, she says:
So after a while, freedom came. Therefore High John de Conquer has not walked the winds of America for seventy-five years now. His people had their freedom, their laugh and their song. They have traded it to the other Americans for things they could use like education and property, and acceptance. High John knew that that was the way it would be, so he could retire with his secret smile into the soil of the South and wait.The image of this beautiful figure, the unfortunate's tricker messiah, there to bring laughter and hope back into the world and to give poor folks that little advantage they need in a rich man's world. Is it any wonder that the High John root has such a highly-regarded place in hoodoo, which was so often the last resort of poor folks who couldn't afford the well-educated specialists of the world? Is it any wonder that conjure has magical work to take the place of the priest in passing down blessings, the doctor in giving succor, the lawyer in giving power over the law and the court?
The thousands upon thousands of humble people who still believe in him, that is, in the power of love and laughter to win by their subtle power, do John reverence by getting the root of the plant in which he has taken up his secret dwelling, and "dressing" it with perfume, and keeping it on their person, or in their houses in a secret place. It is there to help them overcome things they feel that they could not beat otherwise, and to bring them the laugh of the day. John will never forsake the weak and the helpless, nor fail to bring hope to the hopeless.
And at the center of it, reclining until he's needed, is Ol' John the Conquerer, a smile on his face. Take up that ol' root, dress it nice and tell him what you need.
You might be surprised how well he listens.


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A suggestion box or pad can be left near the checking-out point to encourage staff and students to suggest resources to purchase.
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Recommendation lists include the following examples:
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Periodicals are valuable sources of current information as well as useful resources for recreational reading.
A policy on periodical selection and purchase should be developed by teaching staff, and periodicals evaluated at regular intervals for usage, for their ability to complement the curriculum, and for their relevance to client needs.
A periodicals collection should be:
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Resources donated to the school library should be added to the collection only if they:
Donors should be informed that their donation undergoes the same selection process as any other resource under consideration for inclusion into the collection.
Challenged resources are those that may be considered controversial or offensive to members of the school community. It is important that schools have guidelines and procedures in place to deal with any challenges that may arise.
Guidelines and procedures regarding challenged resources should be developed within the school community. The Policy Statement – School Library Bill of Rights from the Australian School Library Association (ASLA) website is a useful starting point, as well as the school’s own Collection Development Guidelines.
Dealing with challenges should be a systematic process involving:
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Paris - 21st May - 28th June 2013, École Estienne, 18 Auguste-Blanqui Boulevard, 75013 Paris
Monday to Friday from 9.00-18.00
Tel. +33 1 55 43 47 47. www.ecole-estienne.fr
Quebec City - 27th September - 25th October 2013, Chrystine-Brouillet Library, 264 Racine, Quebec City, Canada.
Monday to Friday from 13.00-20.00, Saturday and Sunday from 10.00-17.00
Tel. 418 641 6120. www.bibliothequedequebec.qc
Montreal - 6th November 2013 - 28th February, 2014, Myriam et J.-Robert Ouimet Library, 3000 chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montreal, Canada
Monday to Thursday from 8.00-22.00, Friday from 8.00-21.00, Saturday and Sunday from 09.00-17.00
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Les escaliers de Québec - International design binding exhibition on a set book
27th May - 27th July 2013, Sainte-Geneviève Library
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Monday to Saturday from 10.00-22.00. Closed Sundays
Tel. 01 44 41 97 97 - www-bsg.univ-paris1.fr
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In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild (CBBAG) is pleased to present its first national book arts conference in conjunction with the opening of Art of the Book 2013 Exhibition. There is an exciting line-up of extraordinary presenters, as well as a related workshops series.
6th-10th July Workshops - Sün Evrard, Victoria Hall, Jim Westergard, Jason Dewinetz
11th July - Conference Registration. Evening: Reception and Keynote Address by Sün Evrard
12th July - Morning and afternoon: two three-hour Presentations; Evening: Art of the Book 2013 Exhibition Opening
13th July - Morning and afternoon: two three-hour Presentations; Evening: CBBAG AGM, Banquet, Auction
14th July - Rocky Mountains Tour
15th-19th July - Workshops: Sün Evrard, Victoria Hall, Julia Miller, Jim Westergard
The Art Department of the University of Calgary, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is both the location and partial sponsor of the conference. Accommodation is at the university's own Hotel Alma and dormitory residences. Conference registration includes:
- All four presentations and the keynote address.
- The opening reception for CBBAG's Art of the Book 2013 exhibition.
- The Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild Annual General Meeting.
- Trade fair room, displaying items from CBBAG Regional Chapters, suppliers, artists, and arts groups.
There are optional in-depth, five-day pre- and post-conference workshops, and a banquet with fundraising auction. There is also a Rocky Mountains Tour available.
Please see the Conference Package/Application Form PDF for further details on optional events, accommodation information, trade fair/vendor information registration form
The Society of Bookbinders' nineteenth Education and Training Conference will run from the afternoon of Thursday August 29th to the morning of Sunday September 1st 2013, and will be held at Leeds Metropolitan University's Headingley Campus, which is just to the north of Leeds City Centre.
The speakers include some new names as well as more familiar ones, and the Society looks forward to welcoming them as well as Society members and non-members to the Conference 2013 at Leeds Met.
Kate Brett - History of Marbling: recipes and methods
Stuart Brockman - Gold finishing: general and repair
Terry Buckley - Forwarding techniques: theory and practice
Sue Doggett - From book to binding: a book artist's interaction with the text
Don Etherington (USA) - Stiff board vellum with slotted spine
Yvette Fletcher - Acid deterioration in leather ('red rot') and its treatment
Sue Hufton - The St John's Bible project
Peter Jones - Composite boards: wood, acrylic and carbon fibre in combinations with conventional materials
Ed King - Victorian decorated book covers: the designs of John Leighton and William Harry Rogers
Monique Lallier (USA) - Edge to edge doublures
Adam Larsson (Sweden) - Mediaeval techniques for modern design
Richard Nichols - 'Conservation or Restoration?' Ethical challenges in the treatment and binding of hand- written and archival volumes.
Stephan Ortbauer (Austria) - Small books, big books: twenty years of custom-made artist's books
Philippa Räder - The rebinding of Audubon's Birds of America from the Royal Collection
Tracey Rowledge - Gold tooling on paper
Karen Vidler - How to read bookbinding leather
Sideshows and Excursions - Following the popularity of these at the last Conference we will be holding some informal demonstrations on the Thursday afternoon. There will also be visits to local places of interest, and we hope to be able to include some local libraries. Leeds itself is well worth a visit and is easily accessible by bus from the main road near the Leeds Metropolitan campus. There will be a printed guide to a walk around the City Centre to help you make the most of your time there.
Bookbinding Competition - Entries for the SoB International Bookbinding Competition 2013 will be on display near the lecture halls, and the winners of the various categories will be announced on the Saturday evening just before the Conference Dinner. Details are included with this leaflet, and more information, as well as the registration form, can be found on the SoB website. The closing date for registration for the competition is Friday June 14th 2013, and entries must be sent to the competition organisers between Monday July 8th and Friday July 12th 2013.
Suppliers' Fair - This will be held in one of the university sports halls, a few minutes' walk from the James Graham building and the residential accommodation. Major companies specialising in materials, tools and equipment relating to bookbinding and conservation will be there, as well as some smaller ones, and this is an excellent opportunity to see and feel what is available, and to benefit from special offers. The fair will be open from 10.30 am on the Friday and there will be time between lectures to visit the fair, as well as early on Friday evening.
Further Information regarding, catering, accommodation and fees is available from the Societies web site at: www.societyofbookbinders.com
Every two years, the UK Provincial Booksellers Fairs Association (PBFA) works with the Fine Press Book Association (FPBA) to organise the Oxford Fine Press Book Fair in Oxford, UK. This is the largest international show of fine presses and their work outside North America. Specialist fair for collectors of private and fine press books; includes exhibitors from the Fine Press Book Association, plus binders, paper makers, suppliers, etc.
Admission - Admission by catalogue at the door on the day. Valid both days, it includes admission to all of the lectures on the second day. Admission price, including catalogue and lectures, is £5 per person. Refreshments will be available.
Exhibitors - The exhibitors will include private presses from the UK, the Americas, Russia, Asia, and continental Europe, as well as dealers in fine press books, suppliers of fine printing materials, and related societies. A full list of exhibitors will be published closer to the day.
Lecture Programme - There will be the usual set of lectures on the Sunday, running hourly from 1100. The programme will be announced closer to the day.
Further details are available from:
Toby English, Fair Manager
10 St.Mary's Street
Wallingford, OX10 0EL, UK
tel/fax +44 (0)1491 836 389
in association with Mark Getty and the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford, Great Britain
"Knowing I lov'd my books, he furnish'd me, from mine own library with volumes that I prize above my dukedom." - The Tempest, ii, 166
It is with great pleasure that Designer Bookbinders announces its 2nd International Bookbinding Competition in association with Mark Getty and the Bodleian Libraries, Oxford. Binders worldwide are invited to enter. There will be no set book. Instead the Competition will have the theme of Shakespeare. Binders may choose any edition of Shakespeare's work in any language. They can choose his dramas, his poetic works, a single play or a collected volume, or a text relating to his life and work.
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