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This blog is a fun spin on Dave Klamet's "In Plain Sight" blogs where he shows part of a picture taken somewhere in the Lawrence area, in plain sight. He progressively unveils more of the subject until someone guesses correctly.

This is how it will work: First, the subject will be of a famous person; someone - living or dead - that is easily recognizable. Second, each progressive unveiling will include a written clue. Third, all guesses will be considered final until a new clue is revealed; then, you may make another guess. Only your first guess after a clue will be considered; so only use one guess per clue. Fourth, you may ask one yes or no question after a clue is revealed; I will answer them as time allows. Okay, that is enough rules. Let's play!

Weekend Edition Special Rule - The subject has been warped, twisted, or bulged to the point of being unrecognizable. Some misforming will be removed with each additional picture and clue until someone guesses the identity of the person pictured.

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Clue 1: Being famous can work against you.

Clue 2: Chicago, Chicago that toddler's town.

Clue 3: Bankrupt and can't get a loan; but, can get you one.

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Gary Wayne Coleman was born in Zion, IL. His acting career began when as a very small “toddler” child he starred in several Chicago area commercials. Coleman is best known for his role in the television series ”Diff'rent Strokes.” Even though Coleman as a child earned up to $100,000 per episode for his role on Diff'rent Strokes, he ended up filing for bankruptcy in 1999. He made several self-deprecating television commercials for CashCall as recently as 2007.

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This blog is a fun spin on Dave Klamet's "In Plain Sight" blogs where he shows part of a picture taken somewhere in the Lawrence area, in plain sight. He progressively unveils more of the subject until someone guesses correctly.

This is how it will work: First, the subject will be of a famous person; someone - living or dead - that is easily recognizable. Second, each progressive unveiling will include a written clue. Third, all guesses will be considered final until a new clue is revealed; then, you may make another guess. Only your first guess after a clue will be considered; so only use one guess per clue. Fourth, you may ask one yes or no question after a clue is revealed; I will answer them as time allows. Okay, that is enough rules. Let's play!

Today's mystery picture is a Double Header - Literally!

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Clue 1: The picture contains two people - but, if you identify one, you will know the other.

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz were best known for their groundbreaking show “I Love Lucy.” Desi Aranaz invented the first television rerun to give Lucy some rest during her first pregnancy.

Congratulations to consumer1, who used the ”Gollum” like tactic of sneaking in two guesses at the same time.

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This blog is a fun spin on Dave Klamet's "In Plain Sight" blogs where he shows part of a picture taken somewhere in the Lawrence area, in plain sight. He progressively unveils more of the subject until someone guesses correctly. I never do well at guessing, but it is always fun trying to figure it out.

This is how it will work: First, the subject will be of a famous person; someone - living or dead - that is easily recognizable. Second, each progressive unveiling will include a written clue. Third, all guesses will be considered final until a new clue is revealed; then, you may make another guess. Only your first guess after a clue will be considered; so only use one guess per clue. Fourth, you may ask one yes or no question after a clue is revealed; I will answer them as time allows. Okay, that is enough rules. Let's play!

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"Gerald R. Ford" was the 38th President of the United States. He was the only President that was never elected to the Office of President or Vice-President. Born "Leslie Lynch King, Jr." this humble Congressman was appointed as Vice-President to Richard M. Nixon and assumed the Presidency upon Nixon's resignation.

Clue 1: A name changer

Clue 2: He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives

Clues that I did not get to use:

Clue 3. Ran but was never elected as President of the U.S.

Clue 4. Stumbled into the greatest job of his career.

Solved by: PosseComitatus, seconded by beatrice, and damned by gatekeeper. Good work, all.

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An epidemic of fiscal infidelity has infected Lawrence City Officials. Displaying a Toy Story mentality of their fiduciary responsibilities, Board Members, Commissioners, and Directors don their Buzz Lightyear gear and with full abandon jump into oblivion with a cry of , “To infinity and beyond!”

City Commissioners are ready to finalize a plan to assume the liability of cleaning up the abandoned Farmland property. Giddy with the potential of purchasing a money pit, the City's leaders fail to recognize two facts. First, the City does not need the expense of purchasing any property during poor economic times. Second, there is only continued expenses associated with the Farmland property. Can they not see that it was abandoned; not only by a failing Farmland, but by creditors that would have taken advantage of the situation if there had been any advantage to be taken? Commissioners have now updated the voters on their ability to ignore logic as the City moves to acquire Farmland.

Jumping on the “let's demonstrate our ignorance of all things financial” bandwagon is the Director of the Lawrence Public Library and the Library Board. The well-meaning group has proposed an expansion of the library; a noble cause brought forth in the worst of times. Not only did they choose to unveil their $18 million dollar plan when it can least be afforded; but, they also inflated the estimate to such a degree that it would be difficult to accept even during the best of economic times. City Commissioners show that they will not be trumped as the Library expansion wins early city support.

Not to be left out of any competitive adventure, Ernie Shaw, the city’s interim Parks and Recreation director, announced plans for a west-side recreation center, and perhaps a larger wellness center and field-house. Parks and Recreation have not provided an estimate yet; it may take some time to put together a proposal that will beat the $18 million proffered by the folks at the library. Regardless of the arguments for, or against, a west-side complex – now is not the time to seek the extra expense.

Buzz really believed that he was flying as he was cheered on by Rex and Bo Peep. Only Woody realized the truth, “That wasn't flying! That was... falling with style!”

With other peoples' money, City Leaders believe that they can fly; however, without voters' support they are just falling with style.

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This blog is a fun spin on Dave Klamet's "In Plain Sight" blogs where he shows part of a picture taken somewhere in the Lawrence area, in plain sight. He progressively unveils more of the subject until someone guesses correctly. I never do well at guessing, but it is always fun trying to figure it out.

This is how it will work: First, the subject will be of a famous person; someone - living or dead - that is easily recognizable. Second, each progressive unveiling will include a written clue. Third, all guesses will be considered final until a new clue is revealed; then, you may make another guess. Only your first guess after a clue will be considered; so only use one guess per clue. Fourth, you may ask one yes or no question after a clue is revealed; I will answer them as time allows. Okay, that is enough rules. Let's play!

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Clue 1: Prince Charming

Clue 2: Accomplished Ballet dancer

Patrick Swayze (1952 - 2009), may he rest in peace, was taught ballet by his mother. He played Prince Charming in "Disney on Parade".

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This should be a fun spin on Dave Klamet's "In Plain Sight" blogs where he shows part of a picture taken somewhere in the Lawrence area, in plain sight. He progressively unveils more of the subject until someone guesses correctly. I never do well at guessing, but it is always fun trying to figure it out.

This is how it will work: First, the subject will be of a famous person; someone - living or dead - that is easily recognizable. Second, each progressive unveiling will include a written clue. Third, all guesses will be considered final until a new clue is revealed; then, you may make another guess. Only your first guess after a clue will be considered; so only use one guess per clue. Fourth, you may ask one yes or no question after a clue is revealed; I will answer them as time allows. Okay, that is enough rules. Let's play! http://worldonline.media.clients.elli... http://worldonline.media.clients.elli...

See the young Actess, Kirsti Alley, at the end of this short Scientology Video.

Clue 1: A Kansan fan of L. Ron Hubbard

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I always enjoy Dave Klamet's "In Plain Sight" blogs where he shows part of a picture taken somewhere in the Lawrence area, in plain sight. He progressively unveils more of the subject until someone guesses correctly. I never do well at guessing, but it is always fun trying to figure it out.

This should be a fun spin on Dave's popular idea.

This is how it will work: First, the subject will be of a famous person; someone - living or dead - that is easily recognizable. Second, each progressive unveiling will include a written clue. Third, all guesses will be considered final until a new clue is revealed; then, you may make another guess. Only your first guess after a clue will be considered; so only use one guess per clue. Fourth, you may ask one yes or no question after a clue is revealed; I will answer them as time allows. Okay, that is enough rules. Let's play!

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Clue 1: Distinguished Kansan

Clue 2: Win some; lose less

I thought that I was giving too much away in the second photo. Bill Self was indeed the Distinguished (Sports) Kansan of 2008. Read the summary at, "Native Sons and Daughters of Kansas"

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Dr. Rick Doll, apparently incapable of learning from Scott Morgan's blunder of November, 2009, offers potential school closings as first choice in meeting potential budget cuts. School Board President Scott Morgan received an incredible amount of public feedback and criticism for choosing school closings as his first option in November. Morgan, after listening to the community, provided an alternative budget compromise that preserved all of the schools.

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The House Appropriations Committee, during Thursday's session, approved even deeper education cuts. Without hesitation, the Lawrence Public Schools Superintendent stated that, "board members would need to decide whether to put closing schools back on the table." Doll spoke out in a Lawrence Journal World story on Thursday. “I don’t think anybody wants to go there, but I serve at the pleasure of the board,” Doll said. “We have the numbers. It’s not like anything has changed. It’s just whether they would decide to direct us to look at that again.”

Echoing the sentiment that future cuts would be made at the local school level, Board Member Mary Loveland said, “The frustrating part is that the Legislature doesn’t seem to have a sense of urgency, and people have to get on with their lives. Teachers need to know if they have jobs.”

Considering all of the cuts that have been made, it is unthinkable to consider further cuts to schools, teachers, or programs. Moreover, it is discouraging to consider the loss of more personnel. However, once again, it appears that the local schools will absorb the potential shortfall.

The question is asked of Dr. Doll that was asked of Mr. Morgan. Why is your first response to consider school closings? Why is there little to no consideration of reducing highly compensated Administrative staff?

Read Further: Superintendent Doll: In over his head?

http://worldonline.media.clients.elli... Editing Note: As found in the comments below, this exam is most likely a Teachers Certification exam for eighth grade graduates that desired to teach lower grades. Nonetheless, it was an eighth grader taking the exam!

WHAT IT TOOK TO GET AN 8th GRADE EDUCATION IN 1895...

Remember when grandparents and great-grandparents stated that they only had an 8th grade education? Well, check this out. Could YOU have passed the 8th grade in 1895?

This is the eighth-grade final exam from 1895 in Salina, Kansas, USA. It was taken from the original document on file at the Smokey Valley Genealogical Society and Library in Salina, KS, and reprinted by the Salina Journal.

8th Grade Final Exam: Salina, KS, 1895

Grammar (Time, one hour)

1. Give nine rules for the use of capital letters.
2. Name the parts of speech and define those that have no modifications.
3. Define verse, stanza and paragraph
4. What are the principal parts of a verb? Give principal parts of "lie," "play," and "run."
5. Define case; Illustrate each case.
6. What is punctuation? Give rules for principal marks of punctuation.
7. Write a composition of about 150 words and show therein that you understand the practical use of the rules of grammar (7 -10).

Arithmetic (Time, 1:25 hours)

1. Name and define the Fundamental Rules of Arithmetic.
2. A wagon box is 2 ft. deep, 10 feet long, and 3 ft. wide. How many bushels of wheat will it hold?
3. If a load of wheat weighs 3942 lbs., what is it worth at 50cts/bushel, deducting 1050 lbs. for tare?
4. District No 33 has a valuation of $35,000. What is the necessary levy to carry on a school seven months at $50 per month, and have $104 for incidentals?
5. Find the cost of 6720 lbs. coal at $6.00 per ton.
6. Find the interest of $512.60 for 8 months and 18 days at 7 percent.
7. What is the cost of 40 boards 12 inches wide and 16 ft. long at $20 per metre?
8. Find bank discount on $300 for 90 days (no grace) at 10 percent.
9. What is the cost of a square farm at $15 per acre, the distance of which is 640 rods?
10. Write a Bank Check, a Promissory Note, and a Receipt

U.S. History (Time, 45 minutes)

1. Give the epochs into which U.S. History is divided
2. Give an account of the discovery of America by Columbus.
3. Relate the causes and results of the Revolutionary War.
4. Show the territorial growth of the United States.
5. Tell what you can of the history of Kansas.
6. Describe three of the most prominent battles of the Rebellion.
7. Who were the following: Morse, Whitney, Fulton, Bell, Lincoln, Penn, and Howe?
8. Name events connected with the following dates: 1607, 1620, 1800, 1849, 1865.

Orthography (Time, one hour)

1. What is meant by the following: Alphabet, phonetic, orthography, etymology, syllabication
2. What are elementary sounds? How classified?
3. What are the following, and give examples of each: Trigraph, subvocals, diphthong, cognate letters, linguals.
4. Give four substitutes for caret 'u.' (HUH?)
5. Give two rules for spelling words with final ! 'e.' Name two exceptions under each rule.
6. Give two uses of silent letters in spelling. Illustrate each.
7. Define the following prefixes and use in connection with a word: bi, dis, mis, pre, semi, post, non, inter, mono, sup.
8. Mark diacritically and divide into syllables the following, and name the sign that indicates the sound: card, ball, mercy, sir, odd, cell, rise, blood, fare, last.
9. Use the following correctly in sentences: cite, site, sight, fane, fain, feign, vane, vain, vein, raze, raise, rays.
10. Write 10 words frequently mispronounced and indicate pronunciation by use of diacritical marks and by syllabication.

Geography (Time, one hour)

1. What is climate? Upon what does climate depend?
2. How do you account for the extremes of climate in Kansas?
3. Of what use are rivers? Of what use is the ocean?
4. Describe the mountains of North America
5. Name and describe the following: Monrovia, Odessa, Denver, Manitoba, Hecla, Yukon, St. Helena, Juan Fernandez, Aspinwall and Orinoco.
6. Name and locate the principal trade centers of the U.S
7. Name all the republics of Europe and give the capital of each.
8. Why is the Atlantic Coast colder than the Pacific in the same latitude?
9. Describe the process by which the water of the ocean returns to the sources of rivers.
10. Describe the movements of the earth. Give the inclination of the earth.

Notice that the exam took FIVE HOURS to complete. Gives the saying "He only had an 8th grade education" a whole new meaning, doesn't it?

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Citation: Anthon, IA School History

Here are three screen shots from a recent news article. The story is very serious: $100,000 in damage to a house due to an electrical fire. The embedded advertising seems to pick up on key words in the story. The result? An advertisement for Current Safe Home Electrical Services available from Lynn Electric:

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The second advertisement offers a chance to win a full year of free electricity:

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A third advertisement is by Quality Electric, who has been Committed to Quality since 1972:

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Whether planned, random, or coincidence, when embedded advertising provides an ironic sidebar to a story, it does get a second look.