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The Role of Libraries in Literacy Education

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Learn about how public libraries can help to promote literacy education programs. Includes a report of how public libraries have engaged in literacy education.

Security Issues in Ohio Public Libraries

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Results of a study showing the perception of library security issues in Ohio public libraries.

Offers tips for creating and running book clubs in public libraries.
MLA Forum - Welcome for Inaugural Issue 2-12-02 - Elaine K. Didier, MLA President Professional Association Electronic Publishing for You by Stephen A. Kershner, MLA Executive Director.Basbanes, Nicholas A. Patience Fortitude A Roving Chronicle of Book People, Book Places, and Book Culture. Reviewed by Katherine Seeburger Stites, Susan Sterling, Lea Ann. Historic Cottages of Mackinac Island. Photographs by Lanny and Lea Ann Sterling. Reviewed by Jean Spang.MLA Forum - Welcome for Inaugural Issue

Alaska Museum of Fancy Knots

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Photos of decorative knotwork from around the world.

Boondoggle Man

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Knotwork instruction and supply information using boondoggle (another name for plastic lacing or gimp).
I crossed the green and purple strands BEFORE creating the Starter Stitch. In this way, you get the colored effect shown (where the two central loops are one color, while the two outside loops are the other color)..I did eleven stitches so that when you resume the Brick Stitch, the colors will be reversed. The color that was on the outside is now on the inside and vice-versa. A slight physical twist of the completed project will properly line up the two Brick ends..Content found on these web

Gwen Powell, in studying for her Certificate of Excellence in Handspinning from the Handweavers Guild of America, analyzed techniques for creating appropriate yarns and cords for Chinese Knotting. Ma
Sewn together to make scene of picture..Beads, clasps and accessories--Beads and talisman may be more elaborate for accessories and ornaments. Use quality findings for your work. Watch the washability of the items..Care and washing of knotted items--The fiber content must be taken into consideration before cleaning. Findings may not be washable, nor wood beads, silver and brass. Sample N demonstrates washing problems. Dry cleaning can be recommended if you can get a cleaners to touch the work.

Chinese Culture: Chinese Knotting

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

The Overseas Chinese Associated Community (a Taiwanese organization) hosts the Global Chinese Language and Culture Center which educates the world at large about Chinese Culture. An important aspect

Chinese Knotting

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Covers the flower knot, treasure knot, chinese button knot, and double connection knot. Photos and instructions. References to print resources.

Gwen's Fiberarts

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Gwen Powell, spinner. Includes material from her Certificate of Excellence (COE) studies in spinning for Chinese knotting.

Japanese Glass Fishing Float Nets

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A diagram and photos which show how to weave rope nets for the purpose of recovering Japanese glass fishing floats.

Kyoto Library: Musubi

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Examples of musubi (Japanese knots) tied with kumihimo (braided silk).

Pope's Place

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Covers Woggles, Turk's Head knots, and other single-strand and multiple-strand braids. Diagrams and instructions. Lists materials needed.

The Traditional Handicraft of Korea: Macrame

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A description of maedup (Korean decorative knotting) that includes Korean vocabulary, some illustrations and names 2 prominent artists.

Willeke's knotted ideas.

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Willeke van der Ham presents knotted animals, flowers, and knotboards with clear instructions and tips in English and Dutch.

Woggle World

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

How to make the Turk's Head neckerchief slide. Step by step illustrations and instructions.
Was young and showing them off at Cub and Boy Scout meetings. Now that I m a leader, I wanted to share this fun experience with my sons and their fellow Scouts. To my disappointment, the fine art of creating neckerchief slides (woggles) has been all but forgotten. Boy Life discontinued their Slide of the Month feature years ago, I wasn t able to find any books on the subject in our local libraries, and I ve located only a few other sites on the internet that deal with the subject. It was out of

Historic Naval Ships Association Visitors Guide

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Promotes the preservation and exhibition of more than 100 naval ships and craft homeported around the world.
And quickly, then after it locks with the TDC there are only small corrections..Main Induction. First opening, then closing of the very large valve that supplies air to the boat on the surface..Torpedo Tube Door. Closing of the outer torpedo tube door, recorded in the forward torpedo room..Transcription Translation of the video. Video from 1945 built ex-USS Steinaker, now ARM Netzahualcoyotl (Netza) made in 2006 Background information and photos from this project to document a US steam destroyer

History of the Brazilian Air Force

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Presents the history of the Brazilian Air Force, photos, hours, and directions. Located in Rio de Janeiro.

The South African Air Force Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Provides exhibitions of aircraft and art. Details of events, current displays and aircraft.
Modelling SAAF aircraft, and any other SA modelling data. Friends of the SAAF Museum Maverick Scale Models Darryl Legg, Aviation Artist P166 the Albatross and others. The Queenstown Hangklip Association Website The Q HA is a small but unique association composed of ex-RAF and ex-SAAF personnel who were at some time during WW.II stationed at No. 47 Air School, Queenstown, South Africa. The Exploits of GR Connell DFC Shackleton 1722 is the last flying Mark 3 in the world today. Lovingly restored

Stampe & Vertongen Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Featuring SV-4 and other historic aircraft from World War I and II. Includes photos, hours, admission fees and directions. Located at Antwerp Airport. [Dutch and English].

About.com: Maps

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Several links to map-related sites, sorted into categories such as cartography and historic maps.
45 times you re likely to have seen all the questions..

Alexandria Digital Library

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Map related websites sorted by subject.

All the World's Maps

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Provides access to national maps and maps pinpointing major cities for countries.

Bodleian Library Map Room

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

About one hundred map links, divided by category.

Links 4 Maps

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Link directory of map libraries and societies, antique maps as well as world, regional, travel, historical and other map resources.

Maps from start4all

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Collection of map and cartography related links.

Maps on Other Web Sites

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Categorized directory of several hundred links to online maps from the Perry-Castaneda Library at the University of Texas.

Oddens' Bookmarks

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A search engine and directory of sites with and about maps.
Alphabet. The town you are looking for may have an , an or an in it (if you see squares in stead of letters your browser computer may not be configured correctly to display these letters but they are supposed to be an a with two dots above it, an i with two dots and and o with a diagonal line through it). France, Sweden and the Czech republic have a lot of these chararacters in their town-names. And what about Greece, the Arabic countries and The Far East and the characters they use?? Well. . if

StreetLookup.Com

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Online maps, directions, address search, road conditions, and other information and/or links.
TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES ARE PERIODICALLY ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN. YOU EXPRESSLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THIS SERVICE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. STREETLOOKUP.COM MAKES NO WARRANTY THAT THE QUALITY OF ANY PRODUCTS, SERVICES, INFORMATION, OR OTHER MATERIAL PURCHASED OR OBTAINED BY YOU THROUGH THIS SERVICE WILL MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS. THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN AS IS AND AS AVAILABLE BASIS. STREETLOOKUP.COM DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,

ASTRA National Museum Complex

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

General information, conservation and restoring, film studio, programs, galleries, and public relations. Located in Sibiu, Romania.

The British Schools Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Buildings tell the story of elementary education in Britain from 1810 until 1945. Includes classroom exhibits, a visitor's guide, directions and a map. Located in Hitchin, Hertfordshire.

Catalina Island Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Founded in 1953 to collect, preserve and interpret the cultural heritage of the area. Includes details of exhibits, events, hours and admission. Located in Avalon, California, United States.
Always welcomed her young visitors, a rare experience for a little girl. Jon L., Pacific Palisades, CA.When we were kids in the 1960s, the Big White Steamer docked at the steamer pier in town. The passengers arriving mid-day were greeted by a big crowd as they exited onto Crescent Avenue. To be part of this excitement, we would drag empty suitcases from our house on Sumner, wait on the pier for the ship to arrive and be welcomed every day, along with the passengers, as we emerged onto the

Culinary Archives & Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Devoted to the preservation of culinary arts and hospitality history. Features cast iron ranges and stoves, American foods, menus, cookbooks. Located in Johnson and Wales University, Providence, Rhod

Delta Cultural Center

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Museum in the Arkansas Delta offering a look at the culture of a unique region through its music, people and traditions. The Delta Cultural Center's Delta Music Documentation Project is an active proj
Delta Sounds Bites listening stations, which tell the stories of the musical heritage of the Arkansas Delta. The area includes exhibits featuring the gospel, rockabilly and blues legends that have had a major impact on music in the Arkansas Delta throughout the last century. Here are the stories of legendary musicians with roots in the Arkansas Delta blues legends Sonny Boy Williamson, Louis Jordan, Robert Lockwood, Jr., James Cotton, Robert Nighthawk, and Albert King, country stars Johnny Cash

Dublin Writers Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features a history and celebration of Irish literary life.
Gifts, loans or sponsorship will enable the collection to grow to the extent where displays can be rotated, material lent out for exhibitions in other venues, and sufficient resources accumulated to supply information on all aspects of Irish literature. While the Museum does not guarantee to accept or display everything that it is offered, it welcomes any contribution which helps it to achieve its aim..

Dunblane Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Established in 1943 in a building dating from 1624 and features many exhibits concerned with the ecclesiastical history of the area. Includes a visitor's guide, photos, and a research facility. Locate

End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Preserving culture and educating the public about the history, heritage, and spirit of the people at the end of the Oregon Trail. Located in Oregon City, Oregon.

Exploris

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Interactive museum. Features calendar of events, information on exhibits and staff.

Father McDyer's Folk Village

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features a cluster of six small cottages that recreate a different era of Irish history - from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. Includes details of the furnishings, a craft shop and tea room, and d

Fowler Museum at UCLA

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Collections comprise more than 150,000 ethnographic and 600,000 archaeological objects representing prehistoric, historic, and contemporary cultures of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas, past an
The Fowler Museum explores global arts and cultures with an emphasis on works from Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas, past and present. The Fowler seeks to enhance understanding and appreciation of the diverse peoples, cultures, and religions of the world through highly contextualized interpretive exhibitions, publications, and public programming, informed by interdisciplinary approaches and the perspectives of the cultures represented. The Fowler provides exciting and informative

Horniman Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features three main collections, world cultures, natural history and music. Includes details of displays, opening times, facilities and directions. Located in London, UK.
Location Open temporaryFrom 15.05.2010Until 27.02.2011Britain’s Yemenis comprise the country’s oldest established Muslim community. This exhibition explains how and why Yemeni people came to Britain, and how their migration is linked to Yemen’s ancient role as a trading nation as well as its close relationship with Britain. A bibliography can be downloaded by clicking here all titles are available in the library..Company Registration Number 2456393. Charity Registration Number 802725.

Indiana State Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Explore exhibits of art, science and culture. Includes details of the galleries, an events calendar, programs, information about the Legacy Theater, memberships, and a visitor's guide. Located in Indi
Visit the links to the left to browse our online store for Souvenirs Gifts, Clothing Accessories and Books. Museum Store Hours.Tuesday- Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, noon - 5 p.m..

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Exhibits feature history of organization from its beginning to present times. Includes opening hours, admission fees, directions. Located in Geneva, Switzerland. [French, German and English].

Lyman Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Exhibits the cultural and natural history of Hawaii. Located in Hilo.

Mathers Museum of World Cultures

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Collections, exhibits, events, programs, and store. Located in Bloomington, Indiana.

Minster Rural Life Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Events, exhibits, gallery, and general information. Located in Ramsgate, United Kingdom.

The Museum in Docklands

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

The story of London, river, port and people. Located in London.
Informative, interactive play area for under 5s and their parents that reflects the story of old and new Docklands as explored in the other galleries of the Museum. Under fives can explore the soft play area (height restrictions apply)with its DLR train and giant props, while older children can get to grips with hands-on interactives that bring the history of Londons Docks to life..

Museum of Central Finland

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Specializing in cultural history, serves both as the town museum for Jyväskylä and the provincial museum. Features prehistoric and ethnological items, archives and library. Includes hours and locat

The Museum of English Rural Life

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Reflects and records the changing face of farming and the countryside through collections of objects, archives, photographs, film and books. Includes details and a map to the location in Reading, UK.
Monoprinted mural, make salt dough models or funky fish mobiles. Our drop-in workshops are deisgned for the whole family to take part. Come along, have fun and learn something new together! Visit our holiday eventspage for details..Details of the two fellowships available under the MERL Fellowship Scheme 2009-10have been announced today. Applications are now invited for theWest Berkshire Fellowshipandthe Road Locomotive Society Fellowship. The closing date is April 8th, 2009..January 27th, 2009

Museum of Folklore Antwerp

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Collection of objects related to Antwerp's popular culture, with an emphasis is on the lives of ordinary people. Located in Belgium.
Brussels Liege - Luik Mons - Bergen Namur - Namen Oudenaarde - Audenarde Tournai - Doornik Mechelen - Malines Aalst - Alost.The Belgian National Railways operate the densest rail network in the world and the majority of the international lines pass through Brussels, the center of this network. There is a frequent efficient train service from Brussels to almost all parts of the country. Look in our special train section for the departure schedules of the most important lines..These lockers are

Museum of London

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

World's largest urban history museum with 1.1 million objects. Includes details of collections, hours, events, current and future exhibitions, admission fees, membership, educational programs and dir
If they are out of date, or pages around our websites, so you may still find what you were looking for. Try browsing the main sections of the site, or use the search box. Sorry for the trouble!.You may have followed a broken link or written an incorrect address. Although we try to avoid changing addresses we do occasionally have to remove pages if they are out of date, or pages around our websites, so you may still find what you were looking for. Try browsing the main sections of the site, or

Museum of Northern British Columbia

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features displays of Northwest Coast human and natural history from the end of the last ice age to the 20th Century. Includes details of exhibits, programs, fees, hours, memberships and directions.

Museum of Sahara

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A collection dedicated to Saharan nomads, offering an insight into their daily life throughout the centuries.

Museum of Sex

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Dedicated to the exploration of the history, evolution and cultural significance of human sexuality, advocating open discourse and striving to present to the public the best in current scholarship unh

The Museums of Los Gatos

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features art, history, and nature exhibits in two historic buildings. Contains a newsletter, details of the exhibits, events, and classes, a membership form, hours, an admission policy, and directions

National Museum of Funeral History

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A museum of 19th and 20th century funerary history in the United States. Online collections and membership information, and gift shop. Located in Houston, Texas.
Apologize for this inconvenience. Gift Shop.Visitors to the exhibit will also be able to view two authentic uniforms worn by members of The Swiss Guard (responsible for the Pope personal security and protection of the Vatican) as well as the actual Popemobile used by Pope John Paul II during his visit to the United Kingdom in 1982. Rounding out the exhibit are photographs of the funerals of different Pontiffs supplied by the Vatican, along with exact recreations of items placed in their coffins.

The Old City Cemetery: Cemetery Museums

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Information and images for the Chapel and Columbarium, Pest House Medical Museum, Hearse House and Caretakers' Museum, Station House Museum, and the Mourning Museum. Located in Lynchburg, Virginia.

The Peace Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Dedicated to the curation of peace related art and artifacts, its mission is to motivate adults and children to achieve creative solutions to violence. Located in Chicago, Illinois.

Reading Public Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Offers collections of art, science, and civilization, and a planetarium. Contains details of the collections, events, memberships, volunteer opportunities, hours, admission rates, and directions to th
Earthenware plates, small ceramic figures of animals and birds, sugar bowls, and pipe holders. Also on exhibit are examples of the work of a number of Berks County potters, furniture forms including storage chests, the shrank or cupboard, and brightly painted fancy or Windsor chairs.The technical skill of Pennsylvania artisans in metals is demonstrated in the exhibition through pieces of pewter, brass fat-burning lamps and wrought iron. Works on paper include portraits of Berks County subjects,

Republic of Texas Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Dedicated to preserve the heritage of the Republic of Texas historic period and to educate the public about the history and culture of that era. Includes hours, admission fees and photos. Operated by
Harper-Brown, and the 78th Texas State Legislature to secure passage of HB 2971, Section 504.637. Members who have served as DRT NTLP Chairmen are Sarabeth Smith and Diane Lynch, the Legislative Committee Chairman was Zia Miller..

Shetland Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Contains culture, archaeology, maritime and textile displays. Includes details of exhibits, projects, photographic archive and newsletter. Located in the UK.
Beginnings to circa 1800, finishing in the dramatic Boat Hall which spans both floors. Once upstairs take time to admire the boats from the viewing balcony before entering the upper gallery to discover Shetland from circa 1800 to the present day. The galleries contain twelve zones, find out more about these zones by clicking on the links below..

Southern Food and Beverage Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Nonprofit organization, dedicated to the discovery, understanding and celebration of the culinary heritage of the South, plans its opening in New Orleans, Louisiana in June, 2005. Provides membership
The Southern Food and Beverage Museum is a nonprofit living history organization dedicated to the discovery, understanding and celebration of the food, drink and the related culture of the South. Learn more.SoFAB is a cool place. I& ,m proud that we are members. Great place to take out of town visitors but, still very cool for the locals as well..The Southern Food and Beverage Museum is a nonprofit living history organization dedicated to the discovery, understanding and celebration of the food,

The UCM Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features memorabilia, folk art, homemade inventions, a miniature animated town and gift shop. Includes hours, admission and directions. Located in Abita Springs, Louisiana.
Pine trees, and century old live oak trees, provide an ambiance unequaled in the New Orleans, Louisiana area..Abita Springs Area Sites Abita used to be a popular tourist spot 100 years ago. When the first settlers came here, there were about 25 Indian families living in Abita Springs. Here are links to the other things to do in town and the surrounding communities..U. S. Highway 90 The Southern Route 66 went from the Atlantic Ocean at Jacksonville, Florida to the lonely town of Van Horn in west

Whanganui Regional Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Features indigenous and exotic species of extinct, endangered and common birds, mammals, reptiles, fish, insects, plants as well as rock and mineral specimens and extensive collections devoted to huma
Authors Michelle Horwood Che Wilson, published by Random House Price $ 45 (Whanganui Regional Museum Society Member - $ 40.50) Dimensions 152pp, 245 x 210mm, 116 colour plates and 29 black white images, CD.Exhibition highlights are Te Ati Haunui a Paparangi - The Maori Court, Te Pataka Whakaahua - The Lindauer Gallery, The Street Wanganui 1900-1920, recreating a glimpse of shops and businesses from this prosperous time, and Nga Manu Birds of New Zealand which features many endangered and extinct

Wick Heritage Centre

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Collection features artifacts, memorabilia and over 60,000 photographs that interpret community life. Includes details of buildings and exhibits, hours, admission and directions. Based in Caithness

Women's Museum

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Exhibits celebrate the women's movement, women in the arts, sports, and science. Includes details of the collection, events, education programs, memberships, volunteer opportunities, hours, and admiss
LOCATION The Women& ,s Museum 3800 Parry Avenue Dallas, TX 75226 214.915.0860 Driving Directions HOURS Tuesday - Sunday Noon to 5 p.m. (Closed Mondays) ADMISSION Adults .00 Senior Citizens and Students 13-18 .00 Students 5-12 .00 Children under 5 Free Purchase Tickets Groups Tours Info Museum Rental Information DALLAS VISITORS INFORMATION CENTER For information on hotel accommodations, restaurants and other Dallas attractions, visit the Dallas Convention Visitors Bureau.Invoke a sense of

The African American Registry

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Chronological narratives of black American historic achievements in education, sports, the arts, literature, and other areas of endeavor.

Afro American Almanac

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

An on-line presentation of the historical perspective of a nation, its people, and its cultural evolution.

American Almanac

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Excerpts from 'The New Federalist' newspaper dealing with American national historical research from the perspective of followers of Lyndon LaRouche.
Franklin School Starts Modern England, by Anton Chaitkin. Published in The American Almanac, May 1, 1997..America Was Built by Dumping Britain& ,s Doctrine of Free Trade, by Anthony K. Wikrent, The American Almanac, February 5, 1996..Henry Carey and William McKinley -- The American System vs. British Free Trade, by Marcia Merry-Baker and Anton Chaitkin, 1995..Henry Clay and the War of 1812, by Frederic W. Henderson. Published in The American Almanac, August, 1989..How Abraham Lincoln Mobilized

American Memory from the Library of Congress

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Consists of primary source and archival materials relating to American culture and history. These historical collections are the key contribution of the Library of Congress to the National Digital Lib
Background, and occupational group (including the specialized jargon or vocabulary of various occupations). The oral history interviews are a rich resource on many topics, such as storytelling and family histories, descriptions of holiday celebrations, traditional farming, schools, education, health care, and the uses of traditional medicines, and discussions of race relations, politics, and natural disasters such as floods. The collection includes recordings from forty-three states, the

CNN Video Almanac

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Provides video clips of historic highlights since 1980.
2010 Cable News Network. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All Rights Reserved..2010 Cable News Network. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All Rights Reserved..2010 Cable News Network. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. All Rights Reserved..

Daily Almanac, Craig Copi's

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Historical events, birthdays, and popular songs current on a particular day.
7 53 48 Dcade II, Quartidi de Fructidor de l Anne 218 de la Rvolution Coptic Misra 25, 1726 Ethiopic Nahas 26, 2002 Persian Sahrivar 09, 1389 Baha i 12th day of Names, B.E. 167.7 53 48 Dcade II, Quintidi de Fructidor de l Anne 218 de la Rvolution Coptic Misra 26, 1726 Ethiopic Nahas 27, 2002 Persian Sahrivar 10, 1389 Baha i 13th day of Names, B.E. 167.

Leon's Political Almanac

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Political historical events for each day of the year with links to supplementary information.
Primary keywords are in alphabetical order. However, you may use your browser search function to find any word..California Civil Rights Initiative, Prop. 209, passed.16 U.S. battleships, set out on an around-the-world voyage.California Civil Rights Initiative, Prop. 209, passed.

Those Were the Days: Today in History

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A daily summary of news events, famous birthdays and hit music that happened on this day in history from 440 International.

World Statesmen

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Comprehensive list of statesmen and world leaders since 1760 , arranged by region and country, with dates of birth and death, and additional information on flags, maps, anthems, and political parties.
Group (white, black, Asian, etc.).Between Nov 1788 - 6 Apr 1789, the United States had no chief executive due to transitional period and organization of federal government according to the Constitution of 1789. Congress did not hold regular sessions, though delegates from the various states continued to appear and present their credentials, so that it would have been possible at any time that seven states were present for the secretary to have read the credentials and for Congress to have begun

Handy Facts

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A collection of handy facts about math, words, dimensions, space, and lots of useful and hard-to-find data.
If you remember the little jingle sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, cotangent , and that you begin with y , then you can fill out the above table from memory any time you need to do any trig. Just put the trig functions down in a 2x3 table, and then, beginning with y , fill in the fractions y r, then x r below it, then because you ve got y on the top of the first row and x on the top of the second row, then the third row is y x. The other column is the reciprocal of the first..This page

StarDate

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Plan your backyard stargazing with the celestial information gleaned from this web.

The Flag Institute

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

World's leading research and documentation centre for flags and flag information.
But gradually became darker over the centuries. The modern Scottish Saltire retains a lighter blue background than the Union Flag (Pantone 300 for the Saltire versus Pantone 280 for the Union). In 1634, after some disputes concerning saluting ships in the Channel, Charles I partially repealed his fathers proclamation.To this day civilian vessels are not permitted to use the Union Jack. They have their own Jack (a white bordered Union Jack) and the courtesy flag is an appropriately coloured

Flags Of The Confederacy (FOTC)

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Devoted to Confederate vexillology. Read about the numerous flags of the government and armed forces of the Confederate States of America, and view many images of those flags. The site is fed with new

Flags of the World

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Very large noncommercial source on vexillology. Searchable database, glossary, bibliography, and related links.

New England Vexilloligical Association

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Dedicated to the scholarly pursuit of flag research between local vexillologists at Washington, Maine.
Welcome to the Midcoast Internet Solutions home page. Make sure to check this page often for important information regarding new services, system notices, updates, and communications from our staff. Until we see you again, have fun surfing the web! 24916364 visits since Nov. 19, 1995.

Nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of vexillology, the scientific and scholarly study of flag history and symbolism.

Archiefnet

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Links to archives in the Netherlands and Flanders, and to national archives around the world. Maintained by the Historical Centre Overijssel. [Dutch and English.]

Archive Awareness Campaign

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

AAC is a campaign promoting local and national archives across the UK and Republic of Ireland. Events listing and quizzes.
Are local record offices throughout England, Wales and much of Scotland. There is a directory called ARCHON which provides links to most record offices and other archive-holding institutions in the UK..Archive Awareness Campaign (AAC) was originally designed to address the issues of under representation of UK archives, especially in comparison with the museum, gallery and library sectors. The campaign began with Archive Awareness Month in September 2003 and is a celebration of the UKs archives.

Archives in Russia

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

ArcheoBiblioBase provides an abbreviated listing of federal archives in Russia and local municipal and oblast archives in Moscow and St Petersburg.
Rosenstrauch, letters from the Netherlands East Indies, a rich documentation on Roma and Mr. Wibauts umbrella and cane..by Klaus Misgeld, IISH Research Paper no. 45, is now available online..

Archives of Austria

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Links to and addresses of Austrian archives.

Archives of Serbia and Montenegro

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Founded to collect, transfer, arrange, evaluate, publish, research, protect and provide conditions for use of the archival material of the central and federal bodies and organizations since the crea

Czech Archive Society

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

A voluntary professional association of archivists that includes sympathizers from the ranks of the professional and general public alike. Aims and activities, directory of archives in the Czech Repu

Danish National Archives

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

The state archives include the Danish National Business Archives, the Danish Data Archives, and the four regional archives at Viborg, Aabenraa, Odense and Copenhagen. Services, collections, genealogy.

Documental Archive of the Montevecchio Mine

Posted on 2nd September, 2010 by Chaz

Includes everything that deals with its history, news about the project of documental reorganization, informations about our services. Located in Guspini, Sardinia, Italy.
Riordino, possibile consultare a scopo dimostrativo, attraverso una ricerca guidata, una parte delle mappe, dei disegni e della cartografia mineraria che costituiscono l& , Archivio..LArchivio documentale della miniera di Montevecchio attualmente ancora in fase di completamento del riordino archivistico. E possibile comunque accedere a una parte del database gi prodotto e visualizzare, a scopo dimostrativo, numerosi documenti prodotti dallex ufficio geologico e dallex ufficio tecnico della

Dutch National Archive

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Leading centre for the study of Dutch history and culture. About the archive and the ancestors. Searchable online catalog.

European Archival Network

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Provides a searchable list of all European archives, which can also be accessed via a map. Maintained by the Swiss Federal Archives.

Greenland National Archives

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Government, education, and family records. Contact addresses.

MALVINE opens new and enhanced access to disparate holdings of modern manuscripts and letters, kept and catalogued in European libraries, archives, documentation centres and museums.

National Archives of India

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Repository of all non-current records of the Government of India, held in trust for the use of administrators and scholars. Regular series date from 1748 to the near present, thought the collection i

The National Archives of Ireland

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Comprehensive information including research and genealogical material. Online databases, including convict transportation records.
The National Archives holds a wide variety of records, many of which are relevant to Irish genealogy and local history. Find out more about our holdings, begin researching your family tree and search our online finding aid databases..The National Archives holds the records of the modern Irish state which document its historical evolution and the creation of its national identity. Under its governing legislation the National Archives Act, 1986 the National Archives provides services both to the

National Archives of New Zealand

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Current and archived online exhibitions and information regarding holdings of the Archives and how to access them.
At Archives New Zealand in Wellington are all in Māori, except the Waikato sheet, which is in English. The nine sheets are (click to view).William Hobson, with assistance from his secretary James Freeman, began drafting a treaty soon after he arrived in the Bay of Islands. However, James Busby, the British Resident who had been in New Zealand since 1833, realised their draft was inadequate, and he wrote the three articles. Hobson and Freeman then completed the draft in English, which the

National Archives of Singapore

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Official website of the national archive, including information of the archival holdings available for public access.

National Archives of South Africa

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Searchable records covering the history and heritage of the country.

National Library of Namibia

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Repository of central, regional and local Government records. Aims, publications, online databases.

The National Library of Norway

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The Library holds unique manuscript collections of Norwegian authors, composers, scientists, and politicians. Outline of collections, online databases.
R ys bes kte i g r Nasjonalbiblioteket i Mo i Rana. Der fikk ho h yre om digitaliseringsarbeidet som g r f re seg. - Imponerande og utruleg l rerikt, var statsr den si oppsummering etter bes ket..Ein ny og annleis m te vere Nasjonalbibliotek p , der brukaren f r tilgang til fullstendige b ker p sin eigen PC. Nasjonalbibliotekar Vigdis Moe Skarstein nskjer velkommen til Nbdigital..Engelske Michael Gullick har i ein periode p tre veker vore gjesteforskar i Nasjonalbiblioteket. Han har g tt gjennom

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