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Saturday, July 12, 2003
Monopoly Cards We'd Like to See:
It Takes More Than That to Kill a Bull Moose:
TR's Bull Moose Speech in Milwaukee: October, 14, 1912. Just before entering the auditorium at Milwaukee, an attempt was made on Roosevelt's life. This is the speech transcript from a stenographic report, differing considerably from TR's prepared manuscript. The opening paragraph:
"Friends, I shall ask you to be as quiet as possible. I don't know whether you fully understand that I have just been shot; but it takes more than that to kill a Bull Moose. But fortunately I had my manuscript, so you see I was going to make a long speech, and there is a bullet - there is where the bullet went through - and it probably saved me from it going into my heart. The bullet is in me now, so that I cannot make a very long speech, but I will try my best."
"Friends, I shall ask you to be as quiet as possible. I don't know whether you fully understand that I have just been shot; but it takes more than that to kill a Bull Moose. But fortunately I had my manuscript, so you see I was going to make a long speech, and there is a bullet - there is where the bullet went through - and it probably saved me from it going into my heart. The bullet is in me now, so that I cannot make a very long speech, but I will try my best."
The Screaming Loud Harley Debate:
Newsradio 620 WTMJ: Charlie Sykes. As Milwaukee revs up for the Harley 100 celebration in late August, some residents wrote in complaining about all the noise. But a Milwaukee cop takes a different view: "Regarding the 100th Anniversary celebrations. I was on duty during the 90th and 95th celebrations. Those events did not generate alot of complaints, and neither will this one. I would categorize this under one of your frequent topics: "Get a Grip" "
A Cool Way to Sort Through Hundreds of Electronics Items Quickly:
The Hive Group - Honeycomb/Amazon.com Shopping: "The Hive Group now offers our site visitors the opportunity to use Honeycomb to shop for products at Amazon.com. Honeycomb's impressive and useful interface tames page after page of lists, presenting 1000's of products on a single computer screen." Subwoofers, anyone?
A Glow in the Dark Toilet Seat
Potty Glow from PrankPlace.com: Potty Glow - The world's greatest Glow in the Dark Toilet Seat. Potty Glow makes a great fun gift and it's functional too. Expose it to any light source and it can glow in the dark for hours! Potty Glow replaces your regular toilet seat and comes complete with all the doodads necessary to make the switch. It's a no-brainer to install. It's great for little kids, college & fathers day gifts. Don't get blinded by the bathroom light anymore, PottyGlow shows you the way!!!!'"
Friday, July 11, 2003
Sorry, But You Won't Find These in School:
Personalized Submarine Patch Coffee Mugs:
Submarine Coffee Mugs. The submarines I spent time on (all of it in the shipyard, by the way) were the USS Wahoo and the USS Flasher. Ya can't make this stuff up . . . .
KXOK St. Louis: Johnny Rabbitt vs Johnny Rabbitt
Post Stories Make Rabbitt Hopping Mad, from 1996. It's Ron Elz vs. the late Don Pietromonaco. By the way, Pietromonaco (as Don Pietro) started out in show business as an uncredited Page Boy in the movie An Affair to Remember. Everybody who grew up in St. Louis in the 60's still has rather strong opinions about this issue of who is the REAL Johnny Rabbitt. But if you didn't, you don't!
Gilligan's Island vs. the Taliban:
Reason magazine: Viewed through the prism of America's enemies, it's easy to see how the "Gilligan's Island" gang represents everything Muslim fanatics and their sympathizers hate. "The Skipper embodies American military might, the Professor represents American science and technological know-how, and the Millionaire reflects the power of American business...the presence of The Movie Star among the castaways even hints at the source of America's cultural domination of the world - Hollywood."
Why do they hate us? It just may be because of "Gilligan's Island."
Why do they hate us? It just may be because of "Gilligan's Island."
A Really Terrific Mother and Daughter Team on the Internet:
Mom runs Windward Model Ships, a unique shop specializing in fine model ships and other high quality and hard to find nautical gifts. The daughter runs UglyDress.com, the archive of the world's worst Bridesmaids dresses. Something for Everybody!
Thursday, July 10, 2003
The Excel Cell Color Assistant:
Add-ins.com: Just one of many time savers for heavy users of Microsoft Office.
Excerpt from the Radio Play "Leiningen Versus the Ants"
COMMISSIONER (shouts over hoofbeats) Leiningen!
LEININGEN: Huh?
COMMISSIONER: I didn't see any women or children around the plantation. Or any animals.
LEININGEN: That's right. Moved them across the river.
COMMISSIONER: Oh, ho! You think there _is_ danger?
LEININGEN: Oh, not because of danger, Commissioner. A matter of efficiency.
COMMISSIONER: Efficiency?
LEININGEN: Cuts down the efficiency of the men if they're worried about their families. Critical situations only become crises when oxen or women get excited.
COMMISSIONER: I might've known.
LEININGEN: Eh?
COMMISSIONER: Nothing.
They don't write 'em like that anymore, eh?
LEININGEN: Huh?
COMMISSIONER: I didn't see any women or children around the plantation. Or any animals.
LEININGEN: That's right. Moved them across the river.
COMMISSIONER: Oh, ho! You think there _is_ danger?
LEININGEN: Oh, not because of danger, Commissioner. A matter of efficiency.
COMMISSIONER: Efficiency?
LEININGEN: Cuts down the efficiency of the men if they're worried about their families. Critical situations only become crises when oxen or women get excited.
COMMISSIONER: I might've known.
LEININGEN: Eh?
COMMISSIONER: Nothing.
They don't write 'em like that anymore, eh?
So This Friend of Mine, Her Sister Cheryl Went to Junior High with Jon Rubin, So Like I'm Close Personal Friends with the Rubinoos
Not just any band would play Heartbeat - It's A Lovebeat", get booed, and follow with "Sugar, Sugar" while opening a Jefferson Starship concert...except for the power pop soldiers from Beserkley, The Rubinoos, who have a new CD.
For God's Sake Don't Tell Joan Crawford:
Racing Sausage Whacked With Bat at Miller Park:
The nightly sausage race, a popular feature at Milwaukee Brewers home games, took a bizarre, ugly turn Wednesday night at Miller Park that led to sheriff's deputies taking Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Randall Simon from the park in handcuffs.
A 19-year-old member of the "Super Team," the Brewers' on-field promotional group, was racing past the visitors' dugout wearing the giant Italian sausage costume when she was hit from behind by a bat Simon swung as he stood on the dugout's top step.
The female employee, who was identified by a club official only as Mandy, crumpled to the warning track in front of the dugout and another racer, a 21-year-old woman identified by a club official as Veronica, tripped over her and fell to the ground as well.
After several seconds, Veronica helped Mandy to her feet and the two finished the race and exited the field. Both were treated for injuries in the first aid area at the stadium, where they were interviewed by Milwaukee County sheriff's deputies and officials from Major League Baseball's security department.
The incident, which occurred before a crowd of 22,490, was captured by TV cameras and replayed several times
A 19-year-old member of the "Super Team," the Brewers' on-field promotional group, was racing past the visitors' dugout wearing the giant Italian sausage costume when she was hit from behind by a bat Simon swung as he stood on the dugout's top step.
The female employee, who was identified by a club official only as Mandy, crumpled to the warning track in front of the dugout and another racer, a 21-year-old woman identified by a club official as Veronica, tripped over her and fell to the ground as well.
After several seconds, Veronica helped Mandy to her feet and the two finished the race and exited the field. Both were treated for injuries in the first aid area at the stadium, where they were interviewed by Milwaukee County sheriff's deputies and officials from Major League Baseball's security department.
The incident, which occurred before a crowd of 22,490, was captured by TV cameras and replayed several times
Wednesday, July 09, 2003
Maybe I'm Just Fascinated With the Animated Drawing:
Endless Pools: The Endless Pool is a counter-current swimming and water exercise machine that is small enough to fit inside a home or business. The Pool features an adjustable current that allows you to swim or exercise in place. The current is broad and deep, and is suitable to every swimming ability and fitness need. You can also set the temperature precisely, based on preferences and needs.
The Authentic Aircheck Museum of Top 40 Radio:
The Reel Top 40 Radio Repository: Larry Lujack, Johnny Rabbitt, Dr. Don Rose, Casey Kasem, The Real Don Steele, they're all here, plus many, many more.
ToysGamesPuzzles.com
Quits: The aim of the game is to remove three marbles from the board. However, in this shifty strategy game, the route can be altered by sliding the movable squares, leading you or your opponent completely off-track! Will you move a marble or slide a square? The choice is yours! But watch out as your opponent are attempting to negotiate the 'board' first. 2-4 players. (via Major Fun)
The Maze Within a Maze:
Amazing detail. Solvable Modern Art.
And It's a Great Scrabble Word Too
Rhubarb is a vegetable with a unique taste that makes it a favorite in many pies and desserts. It originated in Asia over 2,000 years ago. It was initially cultivated for its medicinal qualities, it was not until the 18th century that rhubarb was grown for culinary purposes in Britain and America. Rhubarb is often commonly mistaken to be a fruit but rhubarb is actually a close relative of garden sorrel, and is therefore a member of the vegetable family. Rhubarb is rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber.
Tuesday, July 08, 2003
Forgotten But Not Gone:
So If You're So Smart You Do The Africa Map Without the Hints:
EnchantedLearning.com: Geography Label Me! Printouts. Or label the states of Australia. Another Summer Vacation Public Service from Tom McMahon.
Fine Art, Humorous, Historic and Patriotic Mugs:
Amazing Mugs: The Internet's Best Source for your Personalized Coffee Mug.
Top T-Shirts Countdown:
t-shirtcountdown.com: T- Shirts from around the internet. The top t-shirt design countdown allows you to view, shop, and vote for the most popular t-shirts on the internet. You decide what t-shirt design is cool and what tee-shirt design is out. Cast your vote today, kids! All types, all persuasions.
A Tile Bag of Scrabble Trivia:
One Example: In 1985 Lieutenant Commander Waghorn and Lance Corporal Gill played Scrabble for 5 days when trapped in a crevass in Antarctica. Which begs the obvious question, how do you manage to have a Scrabble board with you when you get trapped in a crevass in Antarctica?
Monday, July 07, 2003
Yet Another Fun Hillary Game on the Internet:
From MiniClip.com. You've taught your kids who the junior senator from New York is, now use this to re-inforce that learning. Wonderfully educational.
Fun with Outlets n Such:
The World Electric Power Guide. Shouldn't there be some kind of UN Committee trying to standardize this?
76 Trombones Led the Big Parade
. . . . for my Mom. Happy Birthday!
Instructions to Build a Mouse-Trap Car:
An illustrated guide. The energy for a mouse-trap powered cars is stored in the mouse trap spring and it drives a wheel by some arrangement such as a string connected from the trap's jaws. There are endless variations of designs for mouse-trap cars. The design described here is not a record breaker, but it can be made easily at home.
Al Hirschfeld, Beyond Broadway:
From the Library of Congress: For more than eight decades his drawings have seduced us with their apparent simplicity, tickled us with their wit, and revealed the essence of personalities in the way no biography can. His work has been ubiquitous, appearing in virtually every major publication (and many minor ones), as well as book and record covers, posters, and today, the Internet. Yet it may not be as easy to recognize how personal the work is and how different it is from that of his contemporaries or those who have chosen to emulate him.
Sunday, July 06, 2003
Dollar Bill Animals in Origami:
Dover Publications: Clear, complete directions for learning the basic folds, plus illustrations and diagrams for creating models of 30 different animals—all graded according to difficulty. Beginners start with a sailboat, starfish and swan, go on to a duck, goose and snake, and finish with such challenging models as a penguin, rooster, elephant and camel. A great excuse to go borrow a dollar from somebody.
All the Games You Love to Play...Online!
Games.com . I've been looking all over for the 1980's wireframe Battlezone. I found it here. (Check out the numbers, it's still wildly popular.) All the retro arcade games, plus the standard board games. Another Tom McMahon Summer Vacation Public Service.
Quick, Effective, Useful Tips for Any Couple:
Strawberry Pop-Tart Blow-Torches
From 1994. Abstract of this Famous Scientific Experiment: "Strawberry Pop Tarts may be a cheap and inexpensive source of incendiary devices. Toasters which fail to eject Pop Tarts cause the Pop Tarts to emit flames 10-18 inches in height." Includes the action-packed photos. A Classic of the Internet, show it to your kids. On second thought . . . . (via Solonor)
The Last Socially Acceptable Bigotry for Americans:
Willy Stern: "To be sure, in this era of diversity and sensitivity, a veritable cottage industry has sprung up to stamp out bigotry and intolerance. Many of those who have dedicated themselves to the eradication of bigotry tend to be Left-leaning, self-styled progressives. In researching this essay, I interviewed a number of these tolerance gurus. Interestingly, most had no problem labeling all Republicans "assholes." One prominent sociologist at a top university explained earnestly that he was no bigot but, of course, wouldn't want his sister to marry a Republican." Sad but, as I can relate from personal experience, very true.
