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Sunday, August 18, 2013

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Hotels in Quijarro kostka and payne can organize boat tours through the wetlands of the Bolivian Pantanal, an alternative to the well-visited Brazilian side. A comfortable three-day excursion, including transportation, food and accommodations (on the boat) should cost around kostka and payne B$900 per person. There is no ATM in town but local banks will give cash advances on Visa and MasterCard. A useful tourist information office (%972-2084) in the Alcald a on the corner of the plaza has information about all the missions. kostka and payne In the surface stone immediately south of the rock you ll pass the Huellas del Sol (Footprints of the Sun). These natural markings resemble footprints and have inspired the notion that they were made by the sun after its birth on Titi Khar ka. Getting out of isolated Uyuni can be problematic. Buy your bus ticket the day before and your train ticket as far in advance as you can. An airstrip is currently being built by the military air force with money from Venezuela. There s talk of commercial flights with TAM starting up once it s done (rumor has it by the end of 2010).
Source:http://metmebdada.blogspot.com/2013/08/kostka-and-payne-in-surface-stone.html

kostka and payne In the surface stone immediately south of the rock you ll pass the Huellas del Sol (Footprints of th Images

Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Don't forget, Diary of a Lost Girl TONIGHT in Los Angeles

DON'T FORGET: The Silent Treatment and the Cinefamily Theater will screen the classic 1929 Louise Brooks film, Diary of a Lost Girl, on August 7 in Los Angeles, California. More information here. Showtime is 7:30 - tickets are $12.00.
Source:http://louisebrookssociety.blogspot.com/2013/08/dont-forget-diary-of-lost-girl-tonight.html

Don't forget, Diary of a Lost Girl TONIGHT in Los Angeles Images

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Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Justice Department Indicts Joe and Teresa Giudice On Charges Of Lender, Tax Fraud

Mediaite.com:Two of the stars of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of New Jersey were charged with charges of conspiring to defraud lenders and illegally obtaining mortgages and other loans on Monday. The U.S. Department of Justice’s Paul J. Fishman announced on Tuesday that Teresa Giudice and Giuseppe “Joe” Giudice were named in a 39-count indictment alleging lender and tax fraud.According to the DOJ’s announcement, the Real Housewives stars are “charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, bank fraud, making false statements on loan applications and bankruptcy fraud in a 39-count indictment returned today by a federal grand jury. The indictment also charges Giuseppe Giudice with failure to file tax returns for tax years 2004 through 2008, during which time he allegedly earned nearly $1 million.”The indictment alleges that the Guidices lied to a bankruptcy court, the IRS, and a variety of banks.From September 2001 through September 2008, Giuseppe and Teresa Giudice allegedly engaged in a mail and wire fraud conspiracy in which they submitted to lenders fraudulent mortgage and other loan applications and supporting documents in order to obtain mortgages and other loans. The Giudices falsely represented on loan applications and supporting documents that they were employed and/or receiving substantial salaries when, in fact, they were either not employed or not receiving such salaries.Read the full release via The Department of Justice.RELATED:  Teresa Giudice Describes ‘Difficult Day’ of Fraud Charges; Will Plead Not Guilty
Source:http://therealhousewivesblog.blogspot.com/2013/07/justice-department-indicts-joe-and.html

Justice Department Indicts Joe and Teresa Giudice On Charges Of Lender, Tax Fraud Images

... Justice Department Indicts Joe and Teresa Giudice On Charges Of Lender
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Sunday, July 28, 2013

Color Film of Hollywood in 1931

A Unique Look at Old Hollywood - the REAL Old HollywoodDirigible film poster jjbjorkman.blogspot.comI have a poster of the 1931 film "Dirigible" above, but that's only a part of what is interesting about the below raw film footage from a long-ago day in Hollywood, California. I like film that seems to come from a time that it shouldn't, such as the 1939 color film of New York City that shows an uncannily modern city.This film is "amateur" only in the sense that most of it was filmed by an individual for his own enjoyment. Everything else about the footage is extremely professional, suggesting a Hollywood big shot of some sort had it filmed with cutting-edge equipment.But we aren't given any information on the source of the film. Perhaps, for some reason during the height of the Great Depression in 1931, somebody - most likely a technician or publicist (probably a team of both, in fact) at Columbia Pictures - decided to give one of the extremely rare color film cameras a workout one day. Perhaps he had never or rarely used one and needed the practice. He/they went around town, filming ordinary street scenes and some of the mansions on Rodeo Drive and various tourist attractions. They finally zeroed in on the real target: the big premiere at Graumann's Chinese Theater that night, April 4, 1931. The camera crew actually drives right past Graumann's earlier in the film, in daylight, but you have to look hard to notice. The area is suprisingly dingy.It's almost like a tourist film, though no tourist in those days would have had a color camera. The camera movements are not jerky, but smooth and mechanically controlled. Notice the careful pan skyward at the new Rudolph Valentino statue. This is not some random guy with a hand-held job.Time is spent at Valentino's grave - he had just died a few years earlier, the monument must have been brand new - and some big shot is seen playing with his dog at a hotel entrance while others look on. The dog is barking at an organ grinder's monkey, who is scampering about in the street. More time is spent looking over the brand new Hollywood Bowl, built in 1929, and then switching to the other side of it to look at the crowd assembling for the day's performance. The camera crew either was bored, or they were just practicing filming in different lighting conditions. Some of the shots are a bit over-saturated, perhaps they were working on getting the settings right.In the street scenes, the cars whizz by dangerously, but something is missing: they have no turn signals. Blinkers were not invented until 1938, and not put in their present form until 1940 (and they haven't changed since).The mansions are interesting. While at first they look very similar to today's houses, they seem to have fewer windows. That must have been the style in those days. Also, for such lavish houses, they don't seem particularly protected from the public, with simple driveways through un-enclosed arches. Also, nobody seems particularly hard-up, everything looks perfectly normal - in the middle of the Great Depression. Hollywood was a Depression-proof town.Then it is on to the big premiere. The film is "Dirigible," a Frank Capra drama about exploring the Antarctic in, you guessed it, a dirigible. The film starred Fay Wray, Jack Holt and Ralph Graves and cost more than any picture Columbia had made to date.We get to see the stars make their entrances outside the theater, just as they do today. Wray poses coyly for the cameras as the men rush through the photo op in perfunctory fashion.The woman in white, relatively plain clothes (wait and compare the women who follow!) who arrives first is Bessie Love. Love began her film career in 1915 and continued, fairly steadily, into the 1980s. One could legitimately say that she was at the peak of her fame in 1931, and that it was all downhill from there.Frank Fay, a comic actor enjoying a brief period of fame, arrives (that is only shown in the second video below). Unmentioned is his wife holding onto him - Barbara Stanwyck, who was just starting to get leading roles in minor films. They divorced a few years later, her career on the rise, his failing. He died, forgotten, in 1961, at a time when Stanwyck was still on top and about to become a major television star. (You'll have to watch the second video below for Fay and Stanwyck.) "A Star is Born," anyone?Silent film star Sally O'Neil, recognizable by her distinctive nose, arrives. She is accompanied by her husband and another couple, all decked out to the nines. Check out the white minks the women are wearing, and the imperious look that O'Neil gives toward the hoi polloi fighting each other for position behind the gallery ropes! O'Neil is completely forgotten today, her career already on the ropes at the time of this film because her New Jersey accent did not project well in the new talkies. She was the epitome of the 1920s actress who couldn't transition to talkies, perhaps the model for the similar character in "Singing in the Rain." No starlet would be caught dead wearing a mink stole these days.Edward G. Robinson arrives with his first wife, Gladys, whom he divorced 25 years later. She looks nice, but is rather plain.Carl Laemmle, the founder of Universal Pictures, arrives with a big smile and a nod, checking out the competition. Thomas Edison, his fierce business rival, would pass away later that year.Gloria Swanson is the lady in red, preening for the cameras. "I'm ready for my close-up, Mr. Demille!" She projects more star power than anyone else. "Thank you, Miss Swanson." She utters a few words after leaving view about how fascinating the premiere is - it must have been quite a big deal to impress even a big star like her. It was Columbia's first million-dollar picture, and they pulled out all the stops to promote it.Tickets were $5 apiece, a king's ransom during the Depression for people who might not make $5 in a week. The film apparently was a success.While "Dirigible" is completely forgotten, it had a lot of eerie elements that foreshadowed tragic future events: it was shot in the same hanger at Lakehurst, New Jersey which the Hindenburg was headed for half a dozen years later, and the aircraft carrier Lexington, which sank in World War II, is seen. The airship "Los Angeles," somewhat ironically given the way it is used in the film, was one of the few United States airships that didn't crash, instead being decommissioned in 1932 and broken up in 1939, after rigid airships went out of style.Just observing how they promoted big films in those days - with the title spelled out in giant lit-up letters against the surrounding darkness, klieg lights flashing - is a thrill for film buffs.However, it isn't the fact of the premiere that is the most interesting thing about this clip, but just the oddness of seeing Hollywood itself in color early in a decade that we all think of in blacks and grays. Everything seems normal, with children casually skipping rope outside and adults playing with their dogs, ordinary houses that probably look exactly the same today - until we see the street scenes, filled with classic cars roaming the streets. Turns out people driving back then were in a hurry just like today, with the cars whizzing past. It is a fascinating glimpse at a long-lost time and place.The parts of the film which show the premiere itself also are seen in this narrated version, followed by some lengthy extraneous and obscure clips of Gloria Swanson.
Source:http://jjbjorkman.blogspot.com/2013/07/color-film-of-hollywood-in-1931.html

Color Film of Hollywood in 1931 Images

... ALEXANDER HAMILTON (1931) wait for nightfall to film an outdoor scene
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... glamouros short in cinecolor showing a vivid portrait of hollywood the
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Premiere of Hell's Angels , Grauman's Chinese Theater, Hollywood, 1931
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Sunday, July 14, 2013

SUNDAY TALK...more of ESPN's NFL Analyst the "POLISH Rifle" JAW's QB Countdown...talking Numbers 19-25....Who is in the Middle of the Pack #JAWSKnowsQBs

Yes that JAW'S Top 32 QB Countdown is on point and now the Bluedude weighs in on the 19-25 with the potential for some to move as one QB that was in the Top 15 in 2012 took more than step back.JAW's 25-19...Vick (Eagles), Tannehill (Phins), Palmer (Cards), Bradford (Rams), Freeman (Bucs), Smith (Chiefs), Dalton (Bengals)25 Vick was inconsistent and way too many Turnovers and he will most likely be the Starter for the Eagles in Game One but he has to have a short leash as he is on his way out. (Foles/Barkley)24 Tannehill (pictured right #17) made strides and now they are no excuses since the Phins went out and purchased $60 million 9 Route Running Speedster in "Da Kid" Wallace. He will also be as good as the Phins Running Attack which should be much-improved with RB Lamar Miller of the "U".23 Palmer should flourish in Offensive-Guru and Bird Gang Lead Man Bruce Arians...and he has weapons like "Fitz" #11 and a strong D that should on occasion give him a short field to work with.22 Bradford will breakout and the additions of Tavon Austin and WVU Teammate Stedman Bailey they have Speed. The NFC west is the new beast and Jeff Fisher coached Teams fit that mold as they will be just as physical.21 Freeman was flying high in the 12st half of the season then went into a Funk or relapse. He has weapons and he has the "Muscle Hamster" behind him. Yes Bucs Lead Man Schiano plays Games with Players you just do your job and everything else will play out big fella #5.    20 Smith has a lot to prove and he should be motivated as Chiefs Pride is riding like in the Marty Schottenhiemer days. Smith has D-Bowe out wide and RB Jamaal Charles who is all of that...they will be a huge surprise in the AFC West for those who are not in that Arrowhead Locker Room.19 Dalton has a lot on his shoulders as the Bengals are somewhat the hunted and not the hunter in the AFC North.  We will see how he handles that as he has AJ Green, 1st round Toy TE/WR Tyler Eifert, and UNC Back Giovanni Benard as the "Cup in the Jungle not runneth' bare".I expect Tannehill, Freeman, Bradford, and Dalton to all make a move up North for 2014....but they are under immense pressure as they all play for some would be 2013 Playoff Teams.Phins, Rams, Bucs, and Bengals all are expected to compete for Winning Time with the Bengals the likely favorite in the AFC North.
Source:http://bluedudesportstalk.blogspot.com/2013/07/sunday-talkmore-of-espns-nfl-analyst.html

SUNDAY TALK...more of ESPN's NFL Analyst the "POLISH Rifle" JAW's QB Countdown...talking Numbers 19-25....Who is in the Middle of the Pack #JAWSKnowsQBs Images

Friday, July 12, 2013

Wanker of the day

Greg Renouf
Source:http://letfreedomrain.blogspot.com/2013/07/wanker-of-day.html

Wanker of the day Images

Howard Out: Wanker Of The Day: Natalie O'Brien
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Wanker of the day - Peace, order and good government, eh?
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Wanker of the Day - Lawyers, Guns & Money : Lawyers, Guns & Money
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Tuesday, June 25, 2013

On Probation: The Dangers of Assuming a “General Rule”


Source:http://thelegalwatchdog.blogspot.com/2013/06/on-probation-dangers-of-assuming.html

On Probation: The Dangers of Assuming a “General Rule” Images

Nebraska Football: Biggest Upset Dangers for the Cornhuskers in 2013 ...
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... of her 3-month-old son was sentenced today to five years of probation
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blonde sagacity: No Jail for Short Pedophile!
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Saturday, June 15, 2013

15th Jun - Weekender: Best of the Week

The best articles from the ending week. Last week’s ‘best’ here.Read more »
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TB’s Best of the Week | October 15th, 2012 – Comics! The Blog
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Laundry Deals of the Week - June 9th | The Centsible Family
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Monday, May 20, 2013

SUE WEST - Words Of A Friend

SUE WEST Words Of A FriendWalk Right In Belmont - Words Of A Friend - Old Red Barn - Sail Away Ladies - You Pretty Girls Of Michigan - Cottonmill Girls - Take A Little Care - Standing by The Water - Bon Pour La Lingue - The Last To Know - The Pearl - Cold Hard Clay - I Could Not Melt Your Heart - Hick's Farewell - The Blackest Crow Sue West is my favorite folk singer.  That's a pretty broad statement from someone who listens to all kinds of music. This particular project however is without a doubt one of the nicest, prettiest, sincerest, musical productions in authentic 'folk music' I've heard in several decades.  Starting with Sue West's incredible songwriting abilities, it's a sheer 'wonder' that she can write such sensitive words, knowing she's a mom, she has a job, she's a 'normal' woman who also has the 'gift of music.'  I love it when these incredibly interesting people manage to bring their 'secret' to the front. Sue has been influenced by a number of remarkable artists, not the least of them Utah Phillips, and a ton of others.  How do I know this?  I recorded six albums for Moses Asch of Folkways Records, that's how I know.  I've learned, listened, and heeded what good folk artists are about and what they reveal.  Not just about their music, but about themselves.  That's how I know Sue West the songwriter, but even more impressive is Sue West the singer.  Do you like Joan Baez or Judy Collins?  Oh yes, you can hear these wonderful voices in Sue West and especially her 'own' voice and style.  Hear her sing without accompaniment on "The Pearl" and then you will understand what 'old-time' folk music is all about.  Then there's Sue West the recording artist.  My my my she knew exactly what she wanted in each and every song.  My first impressions: Dan Newton on accordion.  Not on every song of course but just the right touch (especially nice on "Take A Little Care For Me"), along with the low whistle of Laura MacKenzie occasionally (best on 'You Pretty Girls Of Michigan').  Sandra K Njoes added a delicious acoustic bass throughout the mix.  Two other instruments that lend such beautiful authenticity to the entire: Kenny Jackson on fiddle and Adam Kiesling on banjo (especially nice frailing style on "Cottonmill Girls." Then there's Sue West the mixer and engineer in the studio.  Yes, it took some time to get this all accomplished, but Sue has a product that she can be proud of forever and ever.  I almost forgot a most important addition to the final presentation. Popular folk artist Dakota Dave Hull also provided baritone guitar, but more importantly made a major contribution at his studio Arabica in Minneapolis, as well as sitting on the mix board and the mastering process, as well as co-producing with Sue.  The good news about Dakota Dave Hull is that he goes into America's Old Time Country Music Hall of Fame this year.  Other good news is that the Rural Roots Music Commission has selected Sue's CD as their "Old Time Folk Music CD of the Year" award.  Thank you so much Sue West for this most pleasant and certainly professionally produced number one CD.  I love it.  Lest I forget, the CD insert is also a Sue West creation, and it's incredibly well done right down to her new icon featuring a guitar and a rural farm scene helped along by Mike Farley.Bob Everhart, Reviewer, www.ntcma.net 
Source:http://countrymusicnewsinternational.blogspot.com/2013/05/sue-west-words-of-friend.html

SUE WEST - Words Of A Friend Images

Words of a Friend” is Sue West’s seventh CD, to debut during a ...
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friend ... Wendy Hilditch holds a hotograph of her friend Sue West ...
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... for the kind words. You are the best of the best...Love you, Sue (BB
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... Sue, a dear friend who has recently discovered she has a talent, a
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Sunday, April 28, 2013

Random NBA .GIF of the Day: Tim Duncan Laughs at Dwight Howard's Misery.

Via: SB Nation*Checks score* AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.Via: @cjzeroDwight is sad.
Source:http://thebasketballmachine.blogspot.com/2013/04/random-nba-gif-of-day-tim-duncan-laughs.html

Random NBA .GIF of the Day: Tim Duncan Laughs at Dwight Howard's Misery. Images

Friday, April 19, 2013

Surveillance video of the 2 marathon bombing suspects released by the FBI


Source:http://offonatangent.blogspot.com/2013/04/surveillance-video-of-2-marathon.html

Surveillance video of the 2 marathon bombing suspects released by the FBI Images

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... PHOTOS: Images from FBI video of 2 suspects in Boston marathon bombing
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... PHOTOS: Images from FBI video of 2 suspects in Boston marathon bombing
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Surveillance video of the 2 marathon bombing suspects released by the FBI