Posted on 07/24/2009 3:37:21 AM PDT by nw_arizona_granny
Weekly Roundup - Living On Nothing Edition Category: Roundups | Comments(15)
Did you hear about the guy that lives on nothing? No seriously, he lives on zero dollars a day. Meet Daniel Suelo, who lives in a cave outside Moab, Utah. Suelo has no mortgage, no car payment, no debt of any kind. He also has no home, no car, no television, and absolutely no “creature comforts.” But he does have a lot of creatures, as in the mice and bugs that scurry about the cave floor he’s called home for the last three years.
To us, Suelo probably sounds a little extreme. Actually, he probably sounds very extreme. After all, I suspect most of you reading this are doing so under the protection of some sort of man-made shelter, and with some amount of money on your person, and probably a few needs for money, too. And who doesn’t need money unless they have completely unplugged from the grid? Still, it’s an amusing story about a guy who rejects all forms of consumerism as we know it.
The Frugal Roundup
How to Brew Your Own Beer and Maybe Save Some Money. A fantastic introduction to home brewing, something I’ve never done myself, but always been interested in trying. (@Generation X Finance)
Contentment: A Great Financial Principle. If I had to name one required emotion for living a frugal lifestyle it would be contentment. Once you are content with your belongings and your lot in life you can ignore forces attempting to separate you from your money. (@Personal Finance by the Book)
Use Energy Star Appliances to Save On Utility Costs. I enjoyed this post because it included actual numbers, and actual total savings, from someone who upgraded to new, energy star appliances. (@The Digerati Life)
Over-Saving for Retirement? Is it possible to “over-save” for retirement? Yes, I think so. At some point I like the idea of putting some money aside in taxable investments outside of retirement funds, to be accessed prior to traditional retirement age. (@The Simple Dollar)
40 Things to Teach My Kids Before They Leave Home. A great list of both practical and philosophical lessons to teach your kids before they reach the age where they know everything. I think that now happens around 13 years-old. (@My Supercharged Life)
Index Fund Investing Overview. If you are looking for a place to invest with high diversification and relatively low fees (for broader index funds with low turnover), index funds are a great place to start. (@Money Smart Life)
5 Reasons To Line Dry Your Laundry. My wife and I may soon be installing a clothesline in our backyard. In many neighborhoods they are frowned upon - one of the reasons I don’t like living in a neighborhood. I digress. One of our neighbors recently put up a clothesline, and we might just follow his lead. (@Simple Mom)
A Few Others I Enjoyed
* 4 Quick Tips for Getting Out of a Rut * Young and Cash Rich * Embracing Simple Style * First Trading Experience With OptionsHouse * The Exponential Power of Delayed Consumption * How Much Emergency Fund is Enough? * 50 Questions that Will Free Your Mind * Save Money On Car Insurance
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1. Blair Expands Recall To All Women’s Chenille Apparel Due to Burn Hazard; Additional Reported Deaths Prompt Re-Announcement of Robe Recall; 9 Reported Deaths in Total; Consumers Urged to Stop Use of Flammable Wearing Apparel - http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10017.html
2. Flatware Recalled by Cambridge Silversmiths Due to Choking Hazard - http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10018.html
3. Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard - http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10019.html
4. CPSC Announces ANPR for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) to Address Rising Death Toll - http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10020.html
5. CPSC Public Calendar
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1. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
Release # 10-017
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (877) 392-7095
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Blair Expands Recall To All Women’s Chenille Apparel Due to Burn Hazard; Additional Reported Deaths Prompt Re-Announcement of Robe Recall; 9 Reported Deaths in Total; Consumers Urged to Stop Use of Flammable Wearing Apparel
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Blair LLC, of Warren, Pa., are expanding Blair’s voluntary recall of women’s full length chenille robes to include additional chenille robes and three other chenille products all manufactured by A-One Textile & Towel. CPSC and Blair also are re-announcing the earlier recall of women’s robes.
In April 2009, Blair recalled 162,000 chenille robes after it learned of three robes catching on fire, including one report of second degree burns. Blair then received several reports of deaths allegedly due to robes catching fire. This prompted a second news release in June 2009 to again alert consumers to the burn hazard for the chenille robes. After this re-announcement, Blair received four additional reports of deaths allegedly due to the robes catching fire. Three of these victims were cooking and a fourth was tending a pellet stove; three of the four victims were in their 80s and one was in her 70s. All nine reported deaths occurred prior to the April 2009 announcement of the recall.
Blair has received one report involving one of the additional garments described below catching fire; no injuries have been reported related to these garments. Blair decided to expand the recall to include all women’s chenille wearing apparel manufactured by A-One Textile & Towel.
Name of Products: Full Length Women’s Chenille Robes, Women’s Chenille Jacket, Women’s Chenille Lounge Jacket, Women’s Chenille Top
Units: About 138,000; 162,000 units were previously recalled in April 2009
Manufacturer: CA-One Textile & Towel, of Karachi, Pakistan. A-One Textile & Towel manufactured all of the products recalled in April 2009. Blair is expanding its recall to all women’s chenille wearing apparel manufactured by A-One.
Retailer: Blair LLC, of Warren, Pa.
Hazard: Some of these products fail to meet the federal flammability standard and present a risk of serious burns to consumers if the garments are exposed to an open flame.
Incidents/Injuries: Since announcing the recall in April 2009, Blair has received nine reports of deaths allegedly due to the originally recalled robes catching fire. Blair has received one report on one of the additional garments catching fire; no injuries have been reported.
Description: The recall involves the following items:
Full Length Women’s Chenille Robe. The item number is identified on a label in the garment’s neckline. One-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille. The robe has a shaped stand collar, horizontal chenille front and back yolks and cuffs, a full-button front with seven matching button closures, long sleeves with self cuffs, a straight bottom with self hem, and two side seam pockets. “100% Cotton, RN 81700, Made in Pakistan” is on the label. Item numbers/colors are: 1083401 Pastel pink, 1083402 Mint, 1083403 Light lavender, 1371801 Light blue, 1371802 Light purple, 1371803 Indigo, 1743401 Sea foam, 1743402 Medium pink, 1743403 Light blue, 3470311 Blue, 3470312 Coral, 3470313 Yellow, 3927211 Mint, 3927212 Light blue, 3927213 Light pink
Women’s Chenille Jacket. The item number is identified on a label in the garment’s neckline. One-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille. The jacket has three front buttons, pointed lapels, long sleeves, and two front patch pockets. “100% Cotton, RN 81700, Made in Pakistan” is on the label. Item numbers/colors are: 1392801 Gold, 1392802 Red, 1392803 Navy, 1392804 Hunter Green
Women’s Chenille Lounge Jacket. The item number is identified on a label in the garment’s neckline. One-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille. The jacket has a shaped stand collar, and horizontal chenille front and back yolks and cuffs, a full-button front with five matching button closures, long sleeves with self cuffs, a straight bottom with self hem, and two side seam pockets. “100% Cotton, RN81700, Made In Pakistan” is on the label. Item numbers/colors are: 4526401 Lavender, 4526402 Aqua, 4526403 Light pink
Women’s Chenille Top. The item number is identified on a label in the garment’s neckline. One-piece, pullover garment made of plush sculpted chenille. The top has a rounded neckline, long sleeves, a straight bottom with side vents, and ribbed binding at the neckline and cuffs. “100% Cotton, RN81700, Made In Pakistan” is on the label. Item numbers/colors are: 1811201 Light purple, 1811202 Rose, 1811203 Dusty blue, 1811204 Sage green
Sold at: Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from July, 2000, through April, 2007, at the following prices:
Full Length Women’s Chenille Robes for about $30 to $40
Women’s Chenille Jacket, about $25 to $29
Women’s Chenille Lounge Jacket, about $20 to $23
Women’s Chenille Top, about $20 to $23
Manufactured in: Pakistan
Remedy: Consumers are urged to stop wearing the garments immediately. Contact Blair LLC for information on returning the products and to receive a refund or a $50 gift card for Blair merchandise.
Consumer Contact: For more information, call Blair toll-free at (877) 392-7095 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, visit the firm’s Web site at www.blair.com/recall, or contact the firm by e-mail at blairproductrecall@blair.com
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10017.html
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2. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
Release # 10-018
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 890-3366
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Flatware Recalled by Cambridge Silversmiths Due to Choking Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Fiesta Masquerade and Home Olympic Flatware
Units: About 13,000
Distributor: Cambridge Silversmiths Ltd. Inc., of Fairfield, N.J.
Hazard: The plastic decorative inserts on the flatware’s handles can detach during dishwashing, posing a choking hazard to children.
Incidents/Injuries: The company has received 28 reports of a plastic insert detaching from the flatware. One incident of injury reported, no specifics provided.
Description: This recall involves the Fiesta Masquerade and the Home Olympic 20- piece flatware sets. The Fiesta Masquerade flatware set is silver-colored and the handles have plastic decorative inserts in red, orange, yellow, green and three different shades of blue. The Home Olympic flatware sets are charcoal and the handles have decorative black inserts.
Sold exclusively at: Fiesta Masquerade at JC Penney, Federated Department Stores, Bealls and Homer Laughlin from November 2008 through May 2009 for about $70 per 20-piece set; Home Olympic at Target from August 2008 through August 2009 for about $30 per 20-piece set.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled flatware sets immediately and contact the company to return the product and obtain a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cambridge Silversmiths at (800) 890-3366 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the company’s Web site at www.cambridgesilversmiths.com or email service@cambridgesilversmiths.com
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10018.html
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3. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
Release # 10-019
Firm’s Recall Hotline: (877) 305-2629
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players
Units: About 19,600
Importer: Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success N.Y.
Hazard: The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Coby Electronics has received 10 reports of batteries overheating, including eight reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with an 8 ½ inch screen and product number TF-DVD- 8501. The rechargeable batteries sold with the DVD players have serial numbers that begin with “HY.” The serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to the battery. “Coby” is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit.
Sold at: Discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide from January 2007 through September 2009 for between $140 and $275.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the recalled batteries from the unit and contact Coby Electronics to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the DVD/CD/MP3 players with AC or DC power adapters.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (877) 305-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.cobyusa.com
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled products, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10019.html
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4. NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 22, 2009
Release #10-020
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC Announces ANPR for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) to Address Rising Death Toll
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Furthering its commitment to improve the safety of Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs) and reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries nationwide, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission voted to publish an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPR) to address safety hazards associated with vehicle ROVs.
CPSC staff’s preliminary evaluations indicated that the vehicles may exhibit inadequate lateral stability, undesirable steering characteristics, and inadequate occupant protection during a rollover crash. The staff reviewed the Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) draft proposed American National Standard for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles, ANSI/ROHVA 1-200X and found preliminarily that it does not adequately address the deaths and injuries associated with ROV rollovers and collisions.
The ANPR invites written comments from the public regarding the risks of injury associated with ROVs and ways in which these risks could be addressed. Following publication of the ANPR, the public will have 60 days to provide comments to the Commission. Comments can be submitted at www.regulations.gov
A statement on this vote by Chairman Inez Tenenbaum is in portable document format (PDF) at www.cpsc.gov/pr/tenenbaum10212009.pdf
It just occurred to me today that I still haven’t seen any coverage in the MSM why we are having so many H1N1 cases in the USA, at a time when much of the population would still have relatively high levels of Vitamin D, still stored from the summer sun.
I was wondering if anyone on this messagethread might have run across any articles about this.... as surely many of those school children did not stay inside the entire summer....
Thank you.
http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/tg331.htm
Treasury Surpasses $3 Billion in Recovery Act Funds for States to Provide Affordable Housing
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October 23, 2009
TG-331
Treasury Surpasses $3 Billion in Recovery Act Funds for States to Provide Affordable Housing
California to Receive $284 Million in Payments in Lieu of Tax Credits;
To Date, 45 State Housing Agencies Receive Funds
WASHINGTON – As part of the Obama Administration’s efforts to strengthen communities and ease pressures on the housing market, the U.S. Department of the Treasury today announced $284 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) funding to spur the development of affordable housing in California. To date, 45 state housing authorities have been awarded a total of $3.1 billion in payments in lieu of tax credits for affordable housing projects.
“This innovative Recovery Act program allows the federal government to partner with states to support local developers and helps ensure that housing developers can access the financing necessary to build affordable housing,” said Treasury Deputy Secretary Neal Wolin. “We have worked quickly to make available more than $3 billion to state housing agencies, and we expect to see continued efforts at the state level, so that these funds can be delivered to the communities that need it most.”
In May 2009, the Treasury Department launched an innovative program to provide payments in lieu of tax credits to state housing agencies to jump start the development or renovation of qualified affordable housing for families across the country. Upon receiving notice of these allocations, state housing agencies manage a competitive process to disburse funds to qualified developers. This is an ongoing program open to additional state applications through 2010.
The following is a complete list of funds awarded to states under the program to date. For more information on the award to California, please contact Alice Scott, Public Affairs Director of the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee, ascott@treasurer.ca.gov, (916) 651-9411.
REPORTS
* Designated State Housing Credit Agency
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm187706.htm
***CONSUMER ALERT***
Undeclared Sulfites in “Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix”
Contact:
Jessica Chittenden Ziehm,
518-457-3136
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 22, 2009 - New York State Agriculture Commissioner Patrick Hooker today alerted consumers that Agro Foods Inc., in Cliffside Park, New Jersey, is recalling “Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix” due to the presence of undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites may run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product.
The recalled “Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix” are packaged in 24 ounce (680 gram), round plastic tubs and coded best before 12/10 in black ink on the product label. Known distribution of the product is the New York Metropolitan area.
Routine sampling by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Food Inspectors and subsequent analysis of the product by Food Laboratory personnel revealed the product contained high levels of sulfites which were not declared on the label. The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics. Anaphylactic shock could occur in certain sulfite sensitive individuals upon ingesting 10 milligrams or more of sulfites.
No illnesses have been reported to date to this Department in connection with this product. Consumers who have purchased “ Agro Sun Dried Fruits and Nuts Tropical Mix” should contact Agro Foods Inc. at 201-840-1566.
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UNDIAGNOSED DEATHS, CANINE - USA: (WISCONSIN) REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
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Date: Wed 21 Oct 2009
Source: Chicago Tribune, Associated Press (AP) report
[edited]
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-ap-wi-dairylanddogdeath,0,6080172.story
State investigates Dairyland dog deaths
The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is
testing the food the dogs ate to see if the deaths are due to a
food-borne illness.
The state Division of Gaming is also investigating. Gaming
administrator Bob Sloey says 2 dogs that died last weekend [17-18 Oct
2009] came from different kennels. The 1st 4 deaths, since August
[2009], involved dogs from the same kennel operator.
The investigation comes as dog track operators decide the future of
Dairyland. It lost USD 3.4 million last year [2008]. Attendance so
far this year is down 19 percent.
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[Perhaps the top differential should be anticoagulants, of which
there are a number of different forms. They are most often known as
rodenticides. The article does not give us enough clinical signs to
list differentials, but speculation may include aflatoxin, in
addition to rodenticides, and perhaps even mycotoxins or perhaps
mushrooms. Hopefully samples have been submitted to the diagnostic
lab in Wisconsin.
The evidence presented in this article is sketchy at best. We would
appreciate an authoritative source providing more information. - Mod.TG]
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[One also can’t help but wonder if this event is accidental or
intentional. - Mod.MPP]
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[Kenosha, in the far southeastern corner of the state of Wisconsin,
can be located on the HealthMap/ProMED-mail interactive map of the US
at
http://healthmap.org/r/00Xg
- Sr.Tech.Ed.MJ]
[see also:
Undiagnosed illness, canine - USA: (FL) RFI 20090815.2896]
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This is a great plan - thanks, DW.
Rituxan (rituximab) - PML
Audience: Rheumatological healthcare professionals
Genentech and FDA notified healthcare professionals about a third case of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy [PML], the first case of PML in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis [RA] treated with Rituxan who has not previously received treatment with a TNF antagonist. Information to date suggests that patients with RA who receive Rituxan have an increased risk of PML.
Physicians should consider PML in any patient being treated with Rituxan who presents with new onset neurologic manifestations. Consultation with a neurologist, brain MRI, and lumbar puncture should be considered as clinically indicated.
Read the complete MedWatch 2009 Safety summary, including a link to the Dear Healthcare Professional letter and prescribing information, at:
>>>This is a great plan<<<
I keep intending to do an inventory with your spreadsheet, but just can’t seem to find the time.
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm187773.htm
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Unilever Issues Allergy Alert on Wheat in a Limited Number of Tubs of Breyers® Ice Cream
Contact:
Anita Larsen
Unilever Media Relations
201-894-7760
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 22, 2009 - Englewood Cliffs, NJ - Unilever United States, Inc., of Englewood Cliffs, NJ, in cooperation with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), is voluntarily recalling a limited number of tubs of Breyers® ice cream because it was mispackaged and may contain undeclared wheat. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to wheat run the risk of allergic reaction if they consume this product.
On a limited number of tubs, the lid describes the product as “Breyers® All Natural Cookies & Cream” ice cream, and the tub portion of the package describes the product as “Breyers® All Natural Mint Chocolate Chip” ice cream. The product inside of the tub is “All Natural Cookies & Cream.” The ingredient statement on the tub does not declare wheat, which is an ingredient of the Cookies & Cream product.
The mispackaged ice cream product was distributed in Alabama, Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Trinidad and Virginia through retail stores in these locations and adjoining areas. The affected product is being recalled from consumers and retailer store shelves, back rooms and warehouses.
The affected mispackaged product was distributed in 1.5-quart (1.41L) paperboard tubs marked with UPC # 077567254245 located on the side of the tub and in combination with “Best If Used By” dates of FEB1711GH, FEB1811GH and FEB1911GH located on the bottom of the tub.
The allergy alert and recall relates only to the above mentioned mispackaged Breyers® ice cream. No other Breyers® ice cream products are affected.
No adverse reactions have been reported to date. In addition to working in cooperation with the FDA, the company is also issuing an alert through the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network.
The recall was initiated after the company received a few consumer complaints about the mispackaged product. It was determined that product containing wheat was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of wheat in the ingredient list on the tub.
Consumers who have purchased the mispackaged Breyers® ice cream with UPC # 077567254245 and in combination with “Best If Used By” dates of FEB1711GH, FEB1811GH and FEB1911GH are urged to discard it immediately and contact the company at 1-877-270-7402 for a full refund. For consumers outside the United States, please send an email to comments.breyers@unilever.com for a full refund.
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Mexican bean pots have dangerous levels of lead
Mexican bean pots with up to 30 times the level of lead permitted by federal guidelines have been pulled from the shelves of a local food chain after a health inspector found one in a Concord home and tested it in a county lab.The pot was designed to simmer beans for hours, a practice that can cause lead from glaze and clay in the pot to leach into food. Elevated levels of lead from food and other sources can cause learning disabilities and inhibit growth in children. At extremely high levels, it can cause serious illness and even death, said Joanne Genet, manager of Contra Costa’s lead poisoning prevention program.”We were shocked when tests came back positive for lead even though the pot was stamped lead-free....”
http://www.archive.org/stream/howtomakebasket00blangoog/howtomakebasket00blangoog_djvu.txt
How to make Baskets
PREFACE
The twisting and weaving of Nature’s materials,
grasses, twigs, rushes and vines, into tisefal and
beautiful forms seems almost instinctive in man.
Perhaps it came to him as the nest-weaving instinct
comes to birds — ^for at first he used it as thev do,
in the building of his house. Later, shields and
boats were formed of wicker work, but how long ago
the first basket was made no one is wise enough
to tell us. To-day Indian tribes in South America
weave baskets from their native palms. South
African negroes use reeds and roots, while the
Chinese and Japanese are wonderful workmen in
this as in other arts and industries; but basketry
has come down to us more directly through the
American Indian. Generations of these weavers
have produced masterpieces, many of which are
preserved in our museums, and the young basket
maker need not go on long pilgrimages to study
the old masters of his craft. Here at last, as in
England, the value of manual training is being
realized, and basketry is taking an important place ;
VI PREFACE
following the kindergarten and enabling the child
to apply the principles he has learned there. He
still works from the centre out, and weaves as he
wove his paper mats, but permanent materials have
replaced the perishable ones, and what he makes
has an actual value.
Basketry also fills the need for a practical home
industry for children; so not only in school, club
and settlement, but on home piazzas in summer
young weavers are taking their first lessons.
Though they are unlearned in woodcraft, and have
not the magic of the Indian squaw in their finger-
tips, they can, and do, feel the fascination of
basketry in the use of rattan, rush and raffia. It
is hoped that this book may be a help in teaching
them “How to Make Baskets.”
CONTENTS
Preface . v
CHAPTER I
Materials, Tools, Preparation, Weaving 3
CHAPTER II
Raffia and Some of Its Uses . .11
CHAPTER III
Mats and Their Borders . . . .21
CHAPTER IV
The Simplest Baskets . . .27
CHAPTER V
Covers 33
CHAPTER VI
Handles 51
CHAPTER VII
Work Baskets 65
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VH^ CONTENTS
CHAPTER Vm **
Candy Baskets ...••• 83
CHAPTER IX
Scrap Baskets ...... loi
CHAPTER X
Birds* Nests 113
CHAPTER XI
Oval Baskets 127
CHAPTER XII
The Finishing Touch .... 149
CHAPTER XIII
How TO Cane Chairs . . . .159
CHAPTER XIV
Some Indian Stitches . . . .169
CHAPTER XV
What the Basket Means to the Indian . 181
[If you haven’t tried to make baskets, then you have missed one of the joys of this world.
It is very satisfying to go and pick tree branches, Honeysuckle the Grape vine trimmings or anything you can think of to use.
Even rag strips, can be used for the weavers or if small enough and the hook large enough crocheted into a basket.
So can used bread bags, hay binder twine, LOL, yes granny had to try everything.
One of my joys in this world.
There is no such thing as a ‘useless ‘ basket, for if you set an empty basket on the table, someone will put something in it within 24 hours, even if it is only the cat, moving her babies in or teaching them that it is a good place to play.
And unless you choose to use plastic, you will have a source of containers that are natural.
granny]
http://www.archive.org/details/OCB_CatShirtTutorial
Loki the Talking Cat demonstrates how to sew a cat shirt out of an old tee shirt.
This movie is part of the collection: Open Source Movies
Audio/Visual: sound, color
Keywords: cat,clothing,sewing,etsy,handmade,tutorial,shirt,pet
http://www.archive.org/details/HydroAndSoilHowTo
hydro and soil how to (2009)
[hydroponics]
hydro and soil how to (2009)
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basic TEK. each type of hydro explained (aero, DWC, NFT, EbbFlow). Outside watering large and small. focus on homemade materials. includes how to make your own fertilizer, carbon and soil. outlines use of lights. planting seasons. i don’t think i left anything out except there is a pic of chart that i lead u to believe is a chem chart but it’s just liquid organics. and fyi, the pink cross-section in the background is a sequoia tip.
it’s loud fast colorful and has great trivia and jokes. if you are not a speed reader then u may need the pause button or multiple viewings.
This movie is part of the collection: Open Source Movies
Audio/Visual: sound, color
Language: written English
http://www.archive.org/details/MasterComposterPodcast1-HowToMakeCompost
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Join Seattle Tilth’s Master Composters as they learn how to make compost.
http://www.archive.org/details/JoyOfCamping-CampingStovesHowToChooseOneThatsRightForYou985
This is a video titled ‘Camping Stoves - How to choose one that’s right for you’.
http://www.archive.org/details/villagardenshow00rogegoog
book
Villa Gardens: How to Plan and how to Plant Them (1902)
Author: William Snow Rogers
Publisher: Grant Richards
Year: 1902
Possible copyright status: NOT_IN_COPYRIGHT
Language: English
http://www.archive.org/details/kiteshowtomakea00varngoog
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Kites: how to make and how to fly them (1897)
Author: Varney, George J
Subject: Kites; Kites (Meteorology)
Publisher: Boston, G.H. Walker & Co
Year: 1897
Possible copyright status: NOT_IN_COPYRIGHT
Language: English
http://www.archive.org/details/howtocookhowtoca00newy
book
How to cook: and how to carve (1859)
Subject: Cookery, American
Publisher: New York, F. A. Brady
Language: English
Call number: 8216917
Digitizing sponsor: Sloan Foundation
Book contributor: The Library of Congress
Collection: americana
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Here is some good info from certifiedangusbeef. com...
Chuck
Meat is basically muscle, and the chuck happens to be a heavily exercised area. Luckily, this area contains a great deal of connective tissue, including collagen. Collagen melts during cooking, making the meat intensely flavorful. Cuts from this area benefit from slow, wet cooking methods like stewing, braising or pot-roasting.
* Blade Roast-an inexpensive cut which lies next to the ribs; more tender than most chuck; makes an excellent roast. Alternatively, the roast can be cut into a rib-eye steak, with meat above and below the bone excellent for stir-fry dishes
* Chuck Steak-a good choice for kabobs if well marinated
Rib
Tender and flavorful ribs can be cooked any number of ways. Most recipes call for ribs to be roasted, sauteed, pan-fried, broiled, or grilled.
* Rib Roast-known as a standing rib roast (bone left in), or without the bone for convenient slicing. Excellent when dry roasted. A seven-bone prime rib roast can be quite a hefty addition to the dinner table. It is great for a crowd, but for a small family a bone roast will do. Many butchers will cut a roast to order for you
* Rib Steak-also cut from the rib section, these tender steaks can be purchased bone-in or as boneless rib-eye
Short Loin
This area boasts extremely tender cuts and can be prepared without the aid of moist heat or long cooking times. Cuts from the short loin may be sautéed, pan fried, broiled, pan broiled or grilled.
* Porterhouse Steak-a very popular steak cut from the rear end of the short loin; the name originated from the days when it was served in public alehouses that also served a dark beer called porter. The porterhouse consists of both tenderloin and strip steak. The tenderloin is often served separately as filet mignon
* T-bone Steak-cut from the middle section of the short loin; similar to the porterhouse steak; has a smaller piece of the tenderloin; usually grilled or pan-fried
* Tenderloin-often considered the most tender cut of beef; responds well to sauces, meaning the meat does not overpower the flavor of the sauce. It can be cut as the whole strip, or into individual steaks for filet mignon
Sirloin
“The backbone’s connected to the ... hipbone”-not a song, but a sirloin. These tender cuts respond well to sautéing, pan-frying, broiling, pan-broiling or grilling.
* Sirloin Steaks-these steaks are available in a variety of boneless and bone-in steaks
* Sirloin Tip Roast-excellent when dry roasted or marinated
Flank
This meat is lean, muscular and very flavorful. Flank is primarily used for flank steaks and rolled flank steaks. It can also be used for kabobs.
* Flank Steak-this steak has a great flavor, and should be sliced thin against the grain for maximum chewability. Use to make the classic London broil
Short Plate
This section is best used for stew meat, where its rich, beefy flavor can be appreciated.
Round
The round consists of lean meat well-suited to long, moist cooking methods.
* Top Round-this is the most tender part of the round; it can be prepared as pot roast or cut into thick steaks for braised dishes
* Rump Roast-a very popular cut for pot roast, but can also be roasted at low temperatures
Shank/Brisket
Traditionally used for corned beef, brisket is best prepared with moist heat. Suitable preparation methods include stewing, braising and pot-roasting.
* Foreshank-excellent stew meat
* Brisket First Cut-a leaner cut of the brisket, for those who want the flavor but not the fat of a brisket pot roast
* Brisket Front Cut-fork tender and succulent, a Certified Angus Beef ® pot roast made with this cut is truly mouthwatering
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