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Established employees need adjustment period with new work colleagues
by Phil Ciciora, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Businesses often invest significant time and money to onboard new hires at work and help them adjust to their new environment, but it remains largely unclear how team insiders navigate the same period of adjustment with their new co-workers, especially those who may be different from them.
According to a new paper co-written by a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign expert who studies newcomer socialization and work teams, integrating "new blood" into an established work team can have a multitude of consequences for long-standing employees.
Factors such as how similar or different the new hire is to the team in relational attributes such as likeability or functional attributes such as work or educational background play an important role in smoothing over or exacerbating workplace dynamics when a new hire is recruited to join an existing team, said Yihao Liu, a professor of labor and employment relations and of psychology at Illinois.
"Creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce is one of the most important trends in the workplace right now, and employers are definitely doing a much better job in investing in the recruitment and hiring of more diverse employees," he said. "But that's only the first step. To truly achieve a sustainable workplace with diversity and inclusion, employers also need to properly onboard these diverse new hires for them to stay longer. And at the same time, they can't overlook the need for an adjustment period for established workers who suddenly have a new teammate who may be different from them."
Using data collected from two different types of team settings, including a laboratory simulation and a field survey, the researchers investigated whether, when and how the entry of newcomers to a team affected existing team members and team functioning as a whole.
The findings suggest that adding to a team has a distinct effect on established employees, but one that depends upon various characteristics of the newcomer as well as the existing team dynamic.
"Overall, established employees react more negatively toward the entry of a relationally dissimilar newcomer in terms of attributes such as likeability and other more observable demographic attributes such as gender and race, which can trigger negative affective reactions and impair team functioning," Liu said. "At the same time, long-time employees generally reacted more positively toward the entry of a functionally dissimilar newcomer—that is, someone who had a different background or educational experience from the group."
These relationships are found to be further influenced by the level of team performance prior to newcomer entry, according to the paper.
"In underperforming teams, team members feel more concerned about dealing with interpersonal friction such as those due to personality differences," Liu said. "That, in turn, generates more negative feelings among team insiders when they socialize with relationally dissimilar newcomers but, conversely, more positive feelings when they socialize with functionally dissimilar newcomers, because having these newcomers onboard may help the team improve its current situation.
"By contrast, in better-performing teams, the reactions of established team members toward relationally or functionally dissimilar newcomers were much more muted."
The implications of the research suggest that managers should be mindful of the time and resources needed for the adjustment period for newcomers and more-seasoned employees alike.
"Managers should ensure the team knows why the new employee has been hired and try to emphasize what unique skills, expertise and perspectives they can bring to the team, just to capitalize on the positive impact of functional dissimilarity," Liu said. "Moreover, managers can identify team insiders who share more relational similarity with the newcomers and appoint them as mentors to the newcomers, making them their first connection to the team. Then, over time, the newcomers can gradually integrate themselves with the rest of the team."
Having an honest assessment of the state of the team when adding newcomers is also key to successfully integrating newcomers with team insiders, Liu said.
"If the team has been underperforming and a new member needs to be added, managers can conduct a performance review with the team before the newcomer's entry and provide the necessary support and resources to help the team improve and clear hurdles to their success," he said. "Doing so can reduce team insiders' negative reactions toward relationally diverse newcomers due to concerns about the team's poor performance."
The paper was published in the Journal of Applied Psychology.
More information: Yihao Liu et al, Feeling negative or positive about fresh blood? Understanding veterans' affective reactions toward newcomer entry in teams from an affective events perspective, Journal of Applied Psychology (2022). DOI: 10.1037/apl0001044
Journal information: Journal of Applied Psychology
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Hunters Point
The Hunters Point Gantry crane is located in the Hunters Point Shipyard in San Francisco, CA. The commercial shipyard opened in 1867, housing the first permanent dry dock on the West Coast. Subsequent docks, built in 1916, were thought to be the largest in the world. At over 1000 feet in length, they were said to be big enough to accommodate the world's largest warships and passenger steamers.
In 1941, 11 days after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the Navy bought the 47 acre shipyard from Bethlehem Steel Co. It eventually grew to 866 acres — 446 of which were underwater. At peak operation near the end of WWII, 18,000 men and women worked at Hunters Point.
The post-war shipyard saw the development of the Naval Radiological Defense Laboratory (NRDL), tasked with the study and decontamination of ships used in the nuclear weapons tests in the Marshall Islands. Top secret radiological defense and fallout research, waste disposal, and the repair of heavily radiated ships coming back from Bikini Atoll left a site that was heavy on contamination and low on documentation.

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Album Review: Idlewilde – 90 Proof
Posted on August 29, 2016 by Geoff Wilbur
Idlewilde – 90 Proof
Album Review of Idlewilde: 90 Proof
Together since 1981, Southern New England's Idlewilde knows its way around the blues. Though I'm aware they're a group of top-shelf musicians with good day jobs, if I hadn't known otherwise before being handed this CD, I'd've pegged these guys as full-time blues cats. 90 Proof is a fun, diverse collection of rock and blues songs that, after just a few listens, quickly became an old friend (as a blues album should).
Featuring Dale Binsberger (bass, vocals), Jon Gould (lead guitar, vocals), Ryan Snyder (drums, vocals), Phil Spillane (guitar, harmonica, vocals), and Denny Hartzell ("all things keys"), Idlewilde delivers grit and growl that lets you know these guys are blues veterans.
I'm a big fan of the bit-by-bit album opening, and Idlewilde leads with instrumental "Bodeca," whose sparse intro gives way to blistering guitars, a pulsing, catchy rhythm, and playful blues organ.
"Red Clay" is strung-out, soulful, growling-vocalled, classic blues. It's followed by mid-tempo yet raucous "When I'm Gone."
"Trouble," which features a truly gravelly growl and harmonica opening, settles into a groove that recalls a bit of "Cheap Sunglasses"-era ZZ Top.
And in that vein, the album continues, a club-rocking mix of blues and blues rock that I'm sure translates well to live performance and produces a rousingly fun night for local clubgoers and is well-represented throughout this disc.
There are a few other songs well worth mentioning in this collection. Musicians, for example, are likely to most appreciate the energetic "Telecaster," an ode to a bluesman's beloved axe.
Perhaps the most soulful blues song on the disc is "A Darker Shade of Blue." You may find yourself listening to that one with your eyes closed and your head swaying.
My favorite song on the album is probably "Damn That Rock & Roll" because it's just so blue. Great organ opening combined with soulful harmonica, a blue beat, and anguished, all building to climax ever-so-slowly. It's a smoky barroom-flavored, cascading, classic soulful blues number.
And the second of the two "bonus tracks" that close the disc, "The Whiskey Song," is an old Irish drinking tune that sounds like it was a lot of fun to record.
Idlewilde is, indeed, a longtime favorite "'round these parts," and with 90 Proof delivers a solid album showcasing plenty of blues-based variety for broad appeal. I'd also consider it proof these guys must put on an energetic, fun live show, one I look forward to catching when the opportunity arises.
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Geoff's Night Out: TOS at Solomon Pond Mall
photo by Geoff Wilbur
Solomon Pond Mall, Marlborough, MA
If you read my review of TOS's CD release gig in July, you'll understand why I couldn't pass up an opportunity to see these guys so close to my home, at the mall I drive past 2-3 days a week on my way to my favorite breakfast joint for an omelet and my personal playlist. Yesterday morning, in fact, my phone shuffled up TOS as part of my playlist, which I shared on Twitter, as I often do. Yesterday evening, I stopped at the mall to see one of my now-favorite local bands.
I've never seen a concert in a mall before. This is a band with the talent to make this concert an excellent first.
Because I've provided in-depth coverage of TOS before and (spoiler alert) will soon complete my review of the band's album Killer, I'll focus mostly on the songs performed and the flow of the concert; and though I won't mention every song, I'm able to mention each song by name and offer a much more detailed review because I had access to a set list while scribbling my notes. Always a helpful bonus.
The gang opened with "Reckless," filling the corridors with boundless energy. They followed it with "Not My Love," combining a funky beat with a unique, varied tempo; the song closed with a nice guitar solo and flowed well into "Soul Keeper."
"Primadonna" is a live favorite of mine; it's a good boppin', catchy pop rocker but with a bit of vocalist Sophia Ward's haunting howl. TOS then slowed things down a bit on "Mouthful," a personal favorite from the band's recent release, Killer, before bringing the energy back with "(Dyin') Without You," another boppin' alt-rock song with a good tempo and another well-suited guitar solo from lead guitarist Jackson Parker.
On haunting album standout "Ghost," bass player Jae Mannion stepped forward to provide prominent support vocals, adding texture to the song's sound. Next on "Cry Baby," another of my personal favorites – a song my wife and I were singing as we arrived home after the show, in fact – I really enjoyed Mitch Rolla's punched-up '50 soda shop-reminiscent drumming that provided the song with a fresh feel.
Some other songs stood out, as well. "Side Effects," for example, kicked off with almost a '70s jet-setting start, a little psychedelic.
"Death of Me" is as much a treat live as it is on the recording, in part because it's a song that very obviously and prominently features contributions from all five band members. Sophia's trademark haunting vocals are supported by a great strumming opening, an important electric guitar line, drumming that defines the stops and starts that propel the song, and a bass part that contributes the key hook.
"Crush" is a subtly interesting song; it's solid and steady but made unique by a bit of a funhouse mirror edge to the vocals, electric guitar, and bass lines.
"A Better You" is a mellower acoustic guitar-strummer with sweet vocals and a hint of '70s lounge-style jazz in both the vocals style and the wandering electric guitar line. "Need This Love" next amped things up with electric power; it has '70s rock anthem-level power when it peaks. It was followed by "Waterfall," the sensitive, flowing, raise-your-lighter song in the band's repertoire.
"Sleep" is interesting, powered by its Wonders-esque (as in the That Thing You Do! Wonders) drumming. It also features the clever lyric "Don't need love/I just need sleep."
Finally, toward the end of the set, TOS presented its mellowest number "The One," a primarily singer and acoustic guitar-driven song with a sensitive sound and sweet vocals showcasing singer Sophia Ward and acoustic guitarist Jonathan Sommer. The 21-song set closed with "Never Wanna See You Again," utilizing a surf rock undercurrent to add texture to this otherwise growling rocker.
For an encore, the band performed "Killer," the powerful rock song motored by exceptional acoustic guitar, powerful vocal wails, and an almost wall-of-sound feel. An ideal way to end a concert… and this most unusual evening at the mall.
TOS has three upcoming shows listed on its website: Friday, September 2nd at Sally O'Brien's in Somerville, MA; Saturday, September 10th at the Remember September Music Festival in Brockton, MA; and Friday, October 7th at the Out of the Blue Too Art Gallery in Cambridge, MA. Keep an eye on the band's website for additional upcoming dates. Also watch this blog in a couple weeks for a review of TOS's recently released CD, Killer.
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EP Review: Mark Webb – Home
EP Review of Mark Webb: Home
The 5-song collection from Greenville, South Carolina's Mark Webb kicks off in impressive fashion, presenting a pure, Opry-ready country music sound with Mark's medium-deep, soulful country voice in such a way that it grabs the listener from the very first note, then again from the very first vocal. Immediately, it's clear this guy is a big-time talent.
Mark's talent also manifests itself in the varied song styles he can perform within his musical sweet spot, ranging from old-fashioned country to a folkier Americana-infused brand of softly rocking country. None of the tracks on this EP are particularly loud or brash, perhaps because Mark lets his smooth-yet-textured voice tug at the listeners emotions via carefully crafted lyrics, which touch upon everyday people's experiences and emotions.
image courtesy of Gold Ship Records
EP-opener "Queen" is a mid-tempo twanger with enough thump supporting soaring musical and vocal moments to satisfy fans of multiple country music sub-genres.
It's followed by "Can We Make It Right," a soft-touch, mid-tempo number that'll get the listener swaying side-to-side with its rhythm, seasoned by Mark's Southern-sweet vocals and guitar-strumming with a more Eagles-like soft country-rock flavor.
I'd consider "Come Back Home" as a more traditional country song in the vein of "Can We Make It Right." In tempo and vibe, though, this also recalls for me the Eagles; in this case, "Peaceful Easy Feeling."
Sandwiched between the two is "Weak Enough," a relatively pure country ballad-style track. It opens with sparse strumming that emphasizes the raw, heartfelt tenor in Mark's voice. A little slide guitar twang joins in, as the music builds with the song's emotion. Altogether, the song is well put-together, tugging at enough heartstrings with its odd refrain "I'm not weak enough to leave you now."
Mark closes the EP with "Friend of Mine (Just Like You)," another emotional tune, this one a slow, soft-touch ballad on which his rich, full voice particularly shines. It's deep, heartfelt country music with perhaps a hint of folk and just the scarcest country twang. Mark sings as if he's pouring his heart out on this one, and it feels like the sort of song that would quiet a room as the audience connects emotionally and soaks it all in. Terrific end to a solid disc.
From beginning to end, Home is an enjoyable listen. It's an EP that shows off Mark's considerable talent. And hopefully it marks the beginning of big things for this talented country singer/songwriter.
Mark has a few upcoming live dates listed on his website, including a Saturday, September 17 show in Bristol, TN at the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion and a Thursday, October 13th Fall For Greenville gig with Turnpike Troubadours at Peace Center Amphitheater in Greenville, SC. There are also some dates listed with information TBA. Keep an eye on the "tour" page of Mark's website for further information about catching him live.
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Geoff's Night Out: Ashley Jordan at Loft 266
Ashley Jordan
Loft 266, Worcester, MA
As I've mentioned before, I often strike up conversations with people about local music. And during several of those conversations, with both fans and people within the music scene here in Massachusetts, I have been asked "Have (I) seen Ashley Jordan?" So, with a nod to the "where there's smoke there must be fire" school of music journalism, I finally made a point to catch Ashley last night during her Wednesdays-in-August residency at Loft 266. And though I was only able to stay for her first set, I can confirm that there is, indeed, fire.
At just 23, Ashley has been performing for 10 years and is a recording studio veteran, as well, with four albums in the past six years. A quick glance at her bio shows a long list of awards dating back six years; she particularly seems to have swept most of the local country music award categories the last four years. If one of the next batch of young country stars comes from Massachusetts, it's a good bet Ashley's your gal.
Performing an acoustic set of mostly originals last night, Ashley showcased her broad range. When she sings quietly, I hear a bit of Clare Bowen in her voice – that's "Scarlett" to fans of the TV show Nashville. Some of her mid-tempo, high-but-spunky/powerful bits recall Dolly Parton; when you hear it, you'll know what I mean. And I'm not sure which blend of young pop-rockin' country stars she reminds me of when she sings with strength, but her mellow-to-power vocal runs suggest she could be one of the special ones.
A couple of the originals that made an impact – there were more than two, but these were the only ones whose titles I jotted down – were "Angels," which shows shows vocal range, and "He's Crazy," which features a range of vocal dynamics. (Both songs are featured on Ashley's new album, He's Crazy.)
A notable cover was Ashley's rendition of "Black Horse and a Cherry Tree," as it shows off a richer, soulful low end and some energetic howls that hint at the full extent of her vocal talents.
The one thing I was left wanting at the end of set was a chance to hear Ashley perform with a full band. An acoustic set is fine, but I can just imagine the songs with their full arrangements…
Tonight, Thursday, August 25th you can catch Ashley at the Hard Rock Cafe at Foxwoods (Mashantucket, CT). I'm sure that'll be a heck of a show. And next Wednesday, August 31st, she finishes her August residency at Loft 266 in Worcester, MA. She also currently has two September gigs scheduled, both at Perfect Game in Worcester, MA – Friday, September 2nd and Friday, September 16th. You can keep abreast of Ashley's live performance schedule via the "Tour" page on her website.
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Album Review: Simon Scardanelli – What In The World?
Posted on August 24, 2016 by JamesMorris
by James Morris, Contributing Blogger
Review of Simon Scardanelli's newly re-released 1981 debut album: What In The World?
Time and its passing are no one's friend. It's a fleeting mistress whose seduction of your youth soon leaves you withering on the branch and you stare back behind you and wonder how the futures you planned became the memories of the past. Why, I hear you say, should I speak so coldly about this passing of the years? Well, to my mind time has moved too swiftly for the undeniable musical talents of Simon Scardanelli. Too long ignored, it seems inconceivable that 35 years have passed since What In The World?, his 1981 debut album release. It is a great injustice in the musical firmament that greater notice has not been taken of the brilliance of Simon Scardanelli. In 2016, he released the wonderful Make Us Happy, perhaps his best album to date. Now he is sticking his head above the parapet again, in his own belligerent and self-determined fashion, by re-releasing this long forgotten album.
photo courtesy of Simon Scardanelli
I know he had second thoughts about re-visiting this so many years later. As is Simon's way, he never felt the original album back in 1981 was good enough but maybe hoped it could be a springboard to the next chapter. Falling out with the studio over the mixes and not co-operating with its promotion didn't help sales, and so the album came and went. After the ice had thawed he managed to regain control of the recordings, and presented here for the first time is his take on the record with his preferred mixes and track listing which both differ from the original vinyl release. Mind you, I think you may be hard pressed to remember the original LP unless you are the die hardest of die hard fans.
For those that don't know, after this album Simon went on to play keyboards in mid-'80s band the Boomerang Gang, and then in 1988 he formed, with his Canadian compatriot Shark, the duo Big Bam Boo who signed to Polygram and released the album Fun, Faith, & Fairplay.
Anyway, this is all 30-odd years ago, and much musical water has flown under the bridge. Simon has made many great albums, and his current style is far removed from what he was doing back in '81, so I think it is very brave to go back and release a debut album that may confuse some listeners. Actually though, if you are a fan of Simon's work, then you will find something tantalising in this time capsule.
Remember this was the time of Kraftwerk, Talking Heads, Bowie's German period. A transition from '70s prog rock to new wave synth pop. If you take this album with those thoughts in mind, you can see how it would stack up.
It opens with the track "Astral Suicide," a slice of lunacy and pomp that immediately sets the bar. It is quickly followed by a crazily catchy song "A Pocketful of Spies," something that could easily have been charted by someone like "The Thompson Twins." Both these songs have all the hallmarks of embryonic Scardanelli. If you are familiar with his later releases you can hear that unique voice starting to warm up to what it will later become. You can hear the non-conformist lyrical style developing and the ear for a good tune. You can sense he is on to something and time will set it free.
The track "Day After Day" is proto synth city. I know that Paul McCartney was credited as being ahead of his time with his use of the then-new synth technology on his 1980 album McCartney II. Here on this track, Simon shows similar pioneering spirit, and some of the sounds did put me in mind of the outakes on that McCartney album.
There are many contemporaries that you can hear in the music, maybe Bowie in particular. But I know that Simon did not listen to much other music for fear of being influenced. This is why, most likely, he has never conformed to a genre or style throughout his career. The album was recorded in Germany, and a lot of free reign was given to the creative process. I think that a lot of fun was had in the studio pushing the technology and creating the layers that so identify this music with that time. Simon and studio engineer Nigel Jopson hired Kraftwork's sequencer only to find it so complicated they didn't use it in the end. You can picture the size of the equipment then, the wires, patch bays, knobs and generally unwieldy nature of the technology.
There is a bridge developed through this album between the last gasp of prog rock and the emergence of New Wave. As you get nearer to the end of the album you hear that prog rock influence in tracks "Those In Peril" and "You and I." There are momentous crescendos of dynamic pomposity, sweeping you up and taking you back to those memorable musical times.
The album is an exhausting but pleasurable listen. It is relentless in its voracity with a brief moment of calm on the piano ballad "Lately," which seems to juxtapose the rest of the album.
The final title track of the album "What In The World?" is maybe the closest you get to more familiar Scardanelli. Driving guitars and layers of synth lines make the audio connection to Big Bam Boo and then possibly even to his band venture Dr. Scardo in 2013. It is a fitting end to the album and both fascinating as a time piece and enjoyable as an album of music.
Any filmmaker or TV ad man that is looking for good genuine '80s music that hasn't become hackneyed by overuse should take note. This is a real gem of undiscovered '80s music. Fresh, authentic, and at times exceedingly catchy. For fans of '80s music it is a definite must, and for fans of Simon Scardanelli it is a revealing and rewarding listen.
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Album Review: "Les Paul's" (The Paul's) – Night Worker
Album Review of "Les Paul's" (The Paul's): Night Worker
image courtesy of Paul Robert Thomas
"Les Paul's" (The Paul's) are Paul Odiase and Paul Robert Thomas. Hence, the clever name. And while I may take issue with their punctuation, their music grew on me steadily over the course of multiple listens.
On The Pauls' new disc, you can clearly hear the David Bowie influence. Some songs are upfront and overt about it, but you can hear the essence throughout. In the album's promo material, the songs "This Song," "On Charles De Gaulle Street," and "Night Worker" are specifically called out as Bowie tributes. But stylistically, almost the entire disc clearly bears a Bowie-esque flavor.
Night Worker opens with "Say I," a soft-touch but medium-fast-tempo number whose horns give it a festive nature and whose music video drives home its anti-war/pro-peace lyrics. It's one of a few tracks that particularly stand out on this album
"Night Worker" is a good, somewhat progressive, old-style soft rocker, mixing a Bowie-styled soft gravel vocal with a guitar line that softly drifts in and out of the song's steady rhythm.
Possibly the sneakiest catchy track in the collection is mid-tempo "Peat Bog Soldiers." Supported by an '80s-reminiscent heavy synth backdrop, an infectious beat, and an earnestly important vocal delivery, the song's irregular rhythm belies its earworm quotient.
It's immediately followed by well-matched, faster-tempo, synth-driven "Six Feet Under," whose lyrical phrasing and vocal fast-slow tempo are nearly hypnotic.
The album winds down with mellow, late '70s/early '80s Bowie-esque "Till My Day is Done," pop-rock-slightly blues "Those Schizophrenic Blues," and, finally, faster-tempo "Down, Down, Down," a tune whose serious delivery is probably the main reason it's not a full-on dance number.
In all, "Les Paul's" (The Paul's) deliver an album that makes some interesting artistic choices, paying tribute to David Bowie and using his '70s or '80s sound as an inspiration, jumping off from that starting point to explore surrounding artistic directions. If that sounds interesting to you, you'll likely find a few tracks on here you'll quite enjoy and, eventually, sing along with.
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Album Review: Staircase Wit – Get 'Em Next Year
EP Review of Staircase Wit: Get 'Em Next Year
When I'm out, I often chat with people about the music they like, and sometimes I discover interesting new music that way. In the case of Quentin Harrington, the singer/songwriter behind Staircase Wit, I found his 4-song EP, Get 'Em Next Year, as a result of a conversation with someone in his family. While people are often mistaken about their relatives' talent level, this was not one of those cases. This dude's got some serious songwriting chops. And he's a versatile musician, as well; he recorded most of the guitar and bass parts on Get 'Em Next Year, recruiting friends to fill out the sound.
image courtesy of Quentin Harrington/Staircase Wit
Quentin's songs are energetic pop-punk numbers delivered lightly instrumented and with attitude. The songs turn interesting phrases, change tempos, and entertain.
First track "It's Useless" reminds me of Wally Pleasant, a full-on acoustic aural assault with clever lyrics and a mischievous delivery; this folk-delivery-on-steroids style made me reconsider Wally Pleasant, realizing the man whose style I had always considered quirky folk was actually an acoustic pop-punk performer years before the genre existed.
The music calms down a bit on "Cigabutts," a strong example of a more laid-back style.
The cello and vocal harmonies on "Cello, You Got a Bass" are courtesy of Julia Knowles. This song is a soft, engaging songwriting departure, adding a rich sound during the cello parts but a musical sparseness elsewhere, while also maintaining its edge with a snippet of well-placed dialogue, as you'd expect inserted into a movie soundtrack music video.
photo courtesy of Quentin Harrington/Staircase Wit
Get 'Em Next Year closes with the restrained energy of mid-tempo, youthfully nostalgic "Night of Our Lives."
My favorite song on this EP changes by the day, depending on which songwriting angle fits my mood. This recording is one of those cool discoveries where you can hear the songwriting talent in a relatively raw, bare bones format, enjoy the catchy, fun songs, and wonder what comes next from the music's clearly-talented creator.
This album was the culmination of Quentin's persistent desire to continue pursuing his passion for music. He was previously in the band Our Names Forever, which achieved a level of local success, gigging regularly in Cambridge and performing at venues like the main stage of the Palladium in Worcester. You can hear his former bandmates on this recording during some of the group vocals on "It's Useless."
Quentin's creative pursuits currently include screenwriting and photography, but he continues to write songs, as well. I certainly hope he'll again feel compelled to share some of his new songs with the world.
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Album Review: Greg Nagy – Stranded
photo courtesy of Greg Nagy
Greg Nagy – Stranded
Greg Nagy is well-established as one of the top bluesmen in Michigan. But his star has risen nationally with his last two releases, Fell Toward None and Stranded. Now, I was on hiatus from writing when Fell Toward None was released, so I haven't heard it, though I did catch Greg's band live in the interceding years (February 2013, to be exact). While Fell Toward None received national praise, it's Stranded that really launched Greg into the national consciousness, earning him additional global accolades, chart-topping results, and some high rotation on XM/Sirius radio. All of this acknowledgement of his talent is well-deserved… though I suppose I should have prefaced that with a "spoiler alert." Then again, I hand-pick a lot of my favorite artists to review – people I think you'll be glad I introduced you to, if you don't already know them – so it probably isn't a big spoiler.
Album Review of Greg Nagy: Stranded
image courtesy of Greg Nagy
When you think about great blues, it starts with the voice, and Greg Nagy has that voice. It's not a deep blues voice but more mid-range – and, technically, a mid-range vocal is probably a high blues vocal – but it packs in the emotion. You can hear the passion and, in Greg's case, you get a consistently strong voice with just enough gravel to convey every feeling that goes with the lyrics. But it's also about the music. And Greg's guitar sings as soulfully as his voice. After hearing Stranded, you'll learn what learn what Michigan blues fans – and an increasing number of blues fans nationwide – already know. If Greg Nagy releases a new album, be excited. And buy it. The guy's a rare talent.
photo by J. Bowler; photo courtesy of Greg Nagy
Stranded opens strong, with Greg's mid-high vocals filled with emotion, as "Stranded" has an almost country edge to its true blue soul. Oh, you'll be singing along to this one quickly. It's simultaneously playful and melancholic. Starting the disc with such energy is an auspicious beginning.
"Walk Out the Door" begins plaintively before adding a bit of energy mid-tune, morphing into a soft-but-rockin' blues number periodically for the chorus before softening again during the bridges and verses; it's the sort of song you'd possibly hear in a hotel bar scene in a movie.
Greg slows it down in multiple bluesy styles. His Nagy-fied version of Bobby "Blue" Bland's "Ain't No Love in the Heart of the City" is centered on a rich, full, soulful wail with a pulsing rhythm, while "I Won't Give Up" builds and soars slowly, hopefully, and with a bit of a bluesy gospel rattle. And "Run Away With You" is a gospel-flavored, soft R&B-seasoned, yearning crooner.
The collection adds a little more texture with funky Delta blues number "Long Way to Memphis." "Been Such a Long Time," meanwhile, adds playfulness to that funky blues.
Finally, "Sometimes" is worth mentioning, as Greg pulls together funky blues with an R&B backbeat and a guitar line that seems to speak, more like a supporting vocal than a guitar at all.
And, of course, any good blues album ends either in a blaze of instruments or a drawn-out ballad. Stranded chooses the latter with "Welcome Home," a gravel-vocalled, heart-on-his-sleeve, soft-touch keyboard and guitar driven slow fade into the sunset, ending the disc with the musical equivalent of a satisfied sigh.
In summary, Greg Nagy's Stranded has earned its spot at the top of various 2015 top ten lists. It landed in my top three. This dude hits every note, puts emotion in every word, and all the while comes across as cool as the other side of the pillow. I don't have many blues albums on my personal playlists, but this one earns its spot with every song.
Greg has a couple gigs currently scheduled later this month – Friday, August 19th at Slo Bones Smoke Haus in Frankenmuth, MI, and a pair of afternoon sets on Saturday, August 20th at Fritz Park in Grand Haven, MI.
Beyond that, Greg's site currently lists a couple Moriarity's gigs in Lansing this fall (Fridays, October 21st and December 16th) and a Saturday, November 12th gig at the Backyard Blues Festival at Buckingham Blues Bar in Fort Myers, Florida.
Greg is planning to return to the studio this fall with the goal of a new album release in early 2017. The dude's a workhorse, though, so I'd suggest also checking his website regularly to watch for additional live dates.
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Live Review: The Buckinghams at Fifth Third Ballpark
Posted on August 9, 2016 by amccleesmusicblog
photo courtesy of The Buckinghams
The Buckinghams
Fifth Third Ballpark, Comstock Park, MI
by Amy McClees, Contributing Blogger
On June 4, 2016, The Buckinghams played Fifth Third Ballpark, home of the West Michigan Whitecaps, to kick off the summer season, sponsored by WGVU (NPR) Real Oldies 1480. This was their third concert at the ballpark.
Their first hit, "Kind of a Drag," knocked The Monkees from their top spot on the Billboard charts.
The Buckinghams are a pop band from Chicago, Illinois. They formed in 1965 and went on to become one of the top-selling acts of 1967. The band dissolved in 1970 but re-formed in 1980, and as of 2016 they continue to tour.
Their first contract was with WGN for 13 weeks as a cover band for their national hits show. Their first record release was a Beatles tune, "I Call Your Name."
A communication from Carl Giammarese, original guitar player and current singer, said: "The Buckinghams started in Chicago back in 1965, so we've passed the 50-year mark. A lot has been said about us over 50 years, we are just grateful to still have an audience that enjoys our music."
Giammarese and Nick Fortuna, on bass and vocals, are founding members of The Buckinghams. The rest of the line-up consists of Dave Zane on guitar and vocals, Bruce Soboroff on keyboard and vocals, and Rocky Penn on drums and vocals.
According to the Billboard charts for 1967, The Buckinghams and the Beatles leapfrogged each other up and down the pop charts that year. The Buckinghams' chart positions: No. 16, "Kind Of A Drag"; No. 39, "Don't You Care"; and No. 51, "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy." The Beatles' chart positions: No. 30, "All You Need Is Love" and No. 55 "Penny Lane."
The Buckinghams played all of their hits at this concert, and the audience of their peers enjoyed it very much. The three golden girls in front of me moved and grooved to the oldies with umbrella in hand as The Buckinghams ended their summer concert in a soft rain.
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Album Review: The Triplets – Independence Road
Posted on August 7, 2016 by Geoff Wilbur
photo courtesy of The Triplets
The Triplets – Independence Road
I first reviewed a Triplets album in 1991, the group's Mercury Records release …Thicker Than Water, for the New England-based regional publication College Monthly. Then, this past spring, one of those 25 year-old songs popped up on my phone's playlist – yes, I still have a couple of those tunes on my playlist – and I was inspired to search for "whatever happened" to The Triplets. The timing was fortuitous, as it turns out they were planning to return to the recording industry and release a new album as The Triplets. So I reached out them, and they were kind enough to allow me to review an advance copy their new disc. Spoiler alert: We should all be glad they're back!
Album Review of The Triplets: Independence Road
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The Triplets, in the '90s, were a group of extremely talented pop singers, Vicky, Sylvia, and Diana Villegas. In the interim, Sylvia and Vicki have left L.A., embraced Kentucky life, and, as per the title of one of the disc's songs, become "Countrified." (Though third Triplet Diana doesn't perform with the group, she does still co-write with her sisters.)
Indeed, while Independence Road, scheduled for a September release, plays to The Triplets' vocal strengths and does hint at their pop harmonies of the past to varying degrees on different tracks, the album's country flavor clearly comes from the heart, representing their current passions.
The title track kicks off the disc engagingly with a train theme, opening the music with acoustic strumming and a gravelly vocal that bleeds emotion, merges into a harmonic duo, and builds to power. The picking will get you grinning, and the rhythm will keep you swaying, while a bit of western-style guitar-picking adds texture. Welcome back to the recording studio, Triplets!
The next cut is full-on country – the aforementioned "Countrified." Old-fashioned country style is augmented by fiddle and slide guitar, while the lyrics tell the story of the sisters' transition from big city starlets to heartland country girls, lauding the pleasures of small town country life, at one point singing "I'm a born-again rock-and-roller with a brand new attitude…" After a few listens, you'll catch yourself singing along to some of the fun parts of this uptempo charmer.
"Night Like This" follows, energetic, harmony-filled, with an uplifting key change and upbeat melody that'll leave the listener smiling. Next is "Every Breath You Take," on which the Villegas sisters deliver a bit of a happier-sounding melody than ol' Sting did, though even with the sweeter harmonies, the song is still just a tad morose.
"Coyote" is one of my favorite songs on Independence Road with its wide-open feel; it's a contemplative track, with its lyrics well-suited to the open spaces of its musical arrangement. It's followed by "Wild-Eyed Child," a mid-tempo number with a sax line and some energetic vocals.
Next up is "Crazy Moon," probably my favorite track on the album, a high-energy, dance floor-filler with a catchy beat and expressive fiddling that fills the speakers with a country dance party atmosphere.
"Magnolia Street" is a nostalgic track with a cheerful pop energy, while "Maybe Tomorrow" utilizes some of the group's soft pop instincts in a western-flavored, Latin-tinged ballad.
A really cool nod to The Triplets' old fans is a slightly countrified reimagining of the group's biggest hit from the early '90s, "You Don't Have to Go Home."
The disc closes on yet another high note: "All I Need" is a great remake of The Hollies' "The Air That I Breathe," showcasing the depth and breadth of The Triplets' vocal skills – harmonies, smooth transitions, and heartfelt crooning abound.
Independence Road is a terrific return to the music scene by this mysteriously underappreciated, talented group that teetered on the verge of breaking big a couple decades ago. The Triplets' transition from their old incarnation as instantly-identifiable, harmonizing, song-driven pop singers to instantly-identifiable, harmonizing, song-driven country singers is not as dramatic as you might guess. After all, I only changed one word in my description. Sure, the songs are maybe a bit wiser, but that's true of most of us two decades on. I'm glad to have The Triplets on the scene again, and the country music scene will be a richer place if they stick around and stay a spell. "Get your boots on!"
Follow and Contact The Triplets
You can like The Triplets on Facebook or e-mail them at TheTripletsBandRocks@gmail.com. Reach out to them to inquire about receiving a signed advance copy of the CD.
You can also check out The Triplets' website, where you can sign up for their mailing list.
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Married Biography / Biography / Luke Perry
Luke Perry Bio
Last Modified March 5, 2019
Facts of Luke Perry
Mansfield, Ohio, U.S.
Coy Luther Perry, Jr.
Ann Bennett
Fredericktown High School
5 feet 10 inches (1.78m)
Mixed(English, Scottish, and Irish)
I always felt like something of an outsider. But I identified with people up on the screen. That made me feel like I wanted to be up on the screen too. I felt like eventually I would get there
There's a big difference between me and a real, legitimate working hand, or a world-champion rodeo cowboy. I play 'em, and I aspire to be like that, but those guys are tough
The role model thing gets imposed on you by someone else. I don't think that's fair.
Relationship Statistics of Luke Perry
What is Luke Perry marital status ? (single, married, in relation or divorce):
How many children does Luke Perry have ? (name):
Two (Jack and Sophie)
Is Luke Perry having any relationship affair ?:
Is Luke Perry gay ?:
Luke has been married in the past. But as of now, he is supposed to be single. Discussing his now-divorced-marriage, he was tied in a marital knot to Rachel Sharp. They got married in 1993. During their time together, they had two children together. Their first child was born on 15th June 1997 named Jack. Similarly, their second child is a daughter named, Sophie born on June 21, 2000. But even after a long time being together, things started falling apart between them. And finally, in 2003, they separated legally.
Before this marriage, he was in a relationship with several other beautiful ladies. He dated Kristy Swanson from 1991 to 1992. Also, he had an affair with the actress, Yasmine Bleeth from 1987 to 1988.
1 Who was Luke Perry?
2 Luke Perry: Death(March 4, 2019)
3 Luke Perry: Early Life, Childhood, and Education
4 Luke Perry: Career, Salary, Net Worth
5 What was Luke Perry salary and net worth?
6 Luke Perry: Rumors, and Controversy/Scandal
8 Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Who was Luke Perry?
Luke Perry was a proficient TV actor. Additionally, he was also a famous film actor. Luke possesses American nationality. Luke was a well-known personality in the TV industry for his acting in American drama series, "Beverly Hills, 90210". He portrayed the character of Dylan McKay in altogether of 200 episodes.
Additionally, he had become popular for portraying 'Jeremiah' in the TV series, "Jeremiah". Presently, he plays the role of Fred Andrews in the TV series, "Riverdale".
Luke Perry: Death(March 4, 2019)
Luke Perry passed away on 4th March 2019, at the age of 52 in Saint Joseph Medical Center Burbank, Burbank, California, United States. He had a massive stroke a week ago and passed away after a week of the stroke in front of his family and friends.
Luke Perry: Early Life, Childhood, and Education
Luke was born as Coy Luther Perry II. He was born in the Mansfield in the state of Ohio. Although he was born in Mansfield, he grew up in Fredericktown. His father name is Coy Luther Perry Jr. Similarly, his mother name is Ann Bennett. Coy Jr. worked as a steelworker and Ann was simply a homemaker. As he likes to keep his personal life a secret, he hasn't shared any information about his childhood. Also, there are no details to follow about his early life. His nationality is American and ethnicity is Mixed(English, Scottish, and Irish).
As per his education or academic achievement, he joined Fredericktown High School. Later, he graduated from there. Afterward, he thought of acting which forced him to move to Los Angeles, California.
Luke Perry: Career, Salary, Net Worth
Luke started his work in the acting field since 1982. After moving to California, he worked at several jobs. As per his acting career, it wasn't easy. In the initial phase, he worked hard and auditioned for more than 200 times. According to an interview of him with Whoopi Goldberg, he appeared in 215 different auditioned for a role. But unfortunately, he ended up getting a role in a commercial.
Discussing his career on TV, he featured in an episode of TV series, "Voyagers!". Afterward, he appeared in several other TV projects like "Loving", and "Another world". Finally, after his hard work, he got an opportunity to play the main role in a TV series, "Beverly Hills, 90210". This role made him famous among the public and the media.
On the other hand, talking about his Film career, he made his debut in a film named "Scorchers" in 1991. Then he did acting in films like "8 Seconds", "Redemption Road", "Descent", "Road Wing", and others. From 2002 to 2004, he also portrayed as Jeremiah in 35 episodes of the TV series, "Jeremiah". Some of his other TV projects are "Oz", "windfall", "Riverdale", and so on.
What was Luke Perry salary and net worth?
A talented actor like him is paid a pretty good amount of salary. Therefore, as a result, he is able to accumulate a hefty amount of net worth. Currently, his net worth is estimated to be around $10 million.
Luke Perry: Rumors, and Controversy/Scandal
Luke was rumored to be in the relationship with actress, Renée Zellweger back in 2007. As of now, he is far away from any rumors or controversy.
Luke has a charismatic personality. He has an average height of 5 feet 10 inches and weighs 78 kg. His hair color is dark brown and eye color is brown.
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Luke is active on Facebook and Instagram account but he does not use on the Twitter account. He has more than 59.1k followers on Facebook account and 143k followers on the Instagram account.
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AppNexus is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Real Time Platform team. This teams builds large, distributed components that execute and process billions of requests that seamlessly connect advertisers to consumers and ensure that publishers are compensated for their ad space and content. The Real Time Platform group handles everything from the APIs used by clients to set up their buy-side and sell-side configurations to the highly customized web services that run the 100ms auctions.
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% avl_insert.tex
% 11-19-2001
\nopagenumbers
\parskip=2pt
\parindent=0pt

{\sl An Iterative Algorithm for AVL Tree Insertion
	\hfill \rm Farooq Mela $<$farooq.mela@gmail.com$>$}

\medskip

\noindent {\bf Algorithm A} ({\it AVL Tree Insertion}).
Given a set of nodes which form an AVL tree {\tt T}, and a key to insert
{\tt K}, this algorithm will insert the node into the tree while maintaining
the tree's balance properties. Each node is assumed to contain {\tt KEY},
{\tt BAL}, {\tt LLINK}, {\tt RLINK}, and {\tt PARENT} fields. For any given
node {\tt N}, {\tt KEY(N)} gives the key field of {\tt N}, {\tt BAL(N)} gives
the balance field of {\tt N}, {\tt LLINK(N)} and {\tt RLINK(N)} are pointers to
{\tt N}'s left and right subtrees, respectively, and {\tt PARENT(N)} is a
pointer to the node of which {\tt N} is a subtree. Any or all of these three
link fields may be $\Lambda$, which for {\tt LLINK(N)} and {\tt RLINK(N)}
indicates that {\tt N} has no left or right subtree, respectively, and for
{\tt PARENT(N)} indicates that {\tt N} is the root of the tree. The {\tt BAL}
field must be able to represent an integer on the range $[-2, +2]$. The tree
has a field {\tt ROOT} which is a pointer to the root node of the tree.

\medskip
You can find an implementation of this algorithm, as well as many others, in
{\bf libdict}, which is available on the web at
{\tt http://github.com/fmela/libdict}.
\medskip

\parindent=36pt

\item{\bf A1.} [Initialize.]
Set ${\tt N} \gets {\tt ROOT(T)}$, ${\tt P} \gets {\tt Q}\gets \Lambda$.

\item{\bf A2.} [Find insertion point.]
If ${\tt N} = \Lambda$, go to step A3.
If ${\tt K} = {\tt KEY(N)}$,
the key is already in the tree and the algorithm terminates with an error.
Set ${\tt P} \gets {\tt N}$;
if ${\tt BAL(P)} \neq 0$, set ${\tt Q} \gets {\tt P}$.
If ${\tt K} < {\tt KEY(N)}$,
then set ${\tt N} \gets {\tt LLINK(N)}$,
otherwise set ${\tt N} \gets {\tt RLINK(N)}$. Repeat this step.

\item{\bf A3.} [Insert.]
Set ${\tt N} \gets {\tt AVAIL}$.
If ${\tt N} = \Lambda$, the algorithm terminates with an out of memory error.
Set ${\tt KEY(N)} \gets {\tt K}$,
${\tt LLINK(N)} \gets {\tt RLINK(N)} \gets \Lambda$,
${\tt PARENT(N)} \gets {\tt P}$, and
${\tt BAL(N)} \gets 0$.
If ${\tt P} = \Lambda$, set ${\tt ROOT(T)} \gets {\tt N}$, and go to step A8.
If ${\tt K} < {\tt KEY(P)}$,
set ${\tt LLINK(P)} \gets {\tt N}$; otherwise,
set ${\tt RLINK(P)} \gets {\tt N}$.

\item{\bf A4.} [Adjust balance factors.]
If ${\tt P} = {\tt Q}$, go to step A5.
If ${\tt LLINK(P)} = {\tt N}$,
set ${\tt BAL(P)} \gets -1$; otherwise,
set ${\tt BAL(P)} \gets +1$.
Then set ${\tt N} \gets {\tt P}$, and ${\tt P} \gets {\tt PARENT(P)}$,
and repeat this step.

\item{\bf A5.} [Check for imbalance.] If ${\tt Q} = \Lambda$, go to step A8.
Otherwise:

\itemitem{i.} If ${\tt LLINK(Q)} = {\tt N}$,
set ${\tt BAL(Q)} \gets {\tt BAL(Q)} - 1$.
If ${\tt BAL(Q)} = -2$, go to step A6, otherwise, go to step A8.

\itemitem{ii.} If ${\tt RLINK(Q)} = {\tt N}$,
set ${\tt BAL(Q)} \gets {\tt BAL(Q)} + 1$.
If ${\tt BAL(Q)} = +2$, go to step A7, otherwise, go to step A8.

\item{\bf A6.} [Left imbalance.]
If ${\tt BAL(LLINK(Q))} > 0$, rotate {\tt LLINK(Q)} left. Rotate {\tt Q} right.
Go to step A8.

\item{\bf A7.} [Right imbalance.]
If ${\tt BAL(RLINK(Q))} < 0$, rotate {\tt RLINK(Q)} right. Rotate {\tt Q} left.
Go to step A8.

\item{\bf A8.} [All done.] The algorithm terminates successfully.

\medskip
\parindent=0pt
{\bf Rotations in AVL Trees}

\noindent {\bf Algorithm R} ({\it Right Rotation}).
Given a tree {\tt T} and a node in the tree {\tt N}, this routine will rotate
{\tt N} right.

\parindent=36pt
\item{\bf R1.} [Do the rotation.]
Set
${\tt L} \gets {\tt LLINK(N)}$ and
${\tt LLINK(N)} \gets {\tt RLINK(L)}$.
If ${\tt RLINK(L)} \neq \Lambda$,
then set ${\tt PARENT(RLINK(L))} \gets {\tt N}$.
Set ${\tt P} \gets {\tt PARENT(N)}$, ${\tt PARENT(L)} \gets {\tt P}$.
If ${\tt P} = \Lambda$, then set ${\tt ROOT(T)} \gets {\tt L}$;
if ${\tt P} \neq \Lambda$ and ${\tt LLINK(P)} = {\tt N}$,
set ${\tt LLINK(P)} \gets {\tt L}$, otherwise
set ${\tt RLINK(P)} \gets {\tt L}$.
Finally, set ${\tt RLINK(L)} \gets {\tt N}$,
and ${\tt PARENT(N)} \gets {\tt L}$.

\item{\bf R2.} [Recompute balance factors.]
Set
${\tt BAL(N)} \gets {\tt BAL(N)} + (1 - {\tt MIN(BAL(L), 0)})$,
${\tt BAL(L)} \gets {\tt BAL(L)} + (1 + {\tt MAX(BAL(N), 0)})$.

\parindent=0pt

\medskip
The code for a left rotation is symmetric. At the risk of being repetitive, it
appears below.
\medskip

\noindent {\bf Algorithm L} ({\it Left Rotation}).
Given a tree {\tt T} and a node in the tree {\tt N}, this routine will rotate
{\tt N} left.

\parindent=36pt
\item{\bf L1.} [Do the rotation.]
Set
${\tt R} \gets {\tt RLINK(N)}$ and
${\tt RLINK(N)} \gets {\tt LLINK(R)}$.
If ${\tt LLINK(R)} \neq \Lambda$,
then set ${\tt PARENT(LLINK(R))} \gets {\tt N}$.
Set ${\tt P} \gets {\tt PARENT(N)}$, ${\tt PARENT(R)} \gets {\tt P}$.
If ${\tt P} = \Lambda$, then set ${\tt ROOT(T)} \gets {\tt R}$;
if ${\tt P} \neq \Lambda$ and ${\tt LLINK(P)} = {\tt N}$,
set ${\tt LLINK(P)} \gets {\tt R}$, otherwise
set ${\tt RLINK(P)} \gets {\tt R}$.
Finally, set ${\tt LLINK(R)} \gets {\tt N}$,
and ${\tt PARENT(N)} \gets {\tt R}$.

\item{\bf L2.} [Recompute balance factors.]
Set
${\tt BAL(N)} \gets {\tt BAL(N)} - (1 + {\tt MAX(BAL(R), 0)})$,
${\tt BAL(R)} \gets {\tt BAL(R)} - (1 - {\tt MIN(BAL(N), 0)})$.

\parindent=0pt

\bye
% EOF

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"It appears from the record that about the year 1895 the county surveyors of Nemaha county, Nebraska, and Atchison county, Missouri, made surveys of the abandoned bed of the Missouri river, ascertained the location of the original banks on either side, and to some extent marked the middle of the old channel. If the two states will agree upon these surveys [197 U.S. 577, 578] and locations as correctly marking the original banks of the river and the middle of the old channel, the court will, by decree, give effect to that agreement; or, if either state desires a new survey, the court will order one to be made, and will cause monuments to be placed so as to permanently mark the boundary lines between the two states. The disposition of the case by final decree is postponed for forty days, in order that the court may be advised as to the wishes of the parties in respect to these details."
"In pursuance whereof now come the parties hereto by their respective counsel, and agree that the said surveys made by the county surveyors of Nemaha county, Nebraska, and Atchison county, Missouri, as reported by the commissioners and set forth in the opinion of the court, constitute and be correct boundary lines between the said states, the same constituting the middle of the old channel of Missouri river as found by said court in its in its opinion.
"It is further agreed between the parties hereto that the monuments marking said boundary line established by the said county surveyors of said counties are not of a permanent character, and many of them have become destroyed or removed, and that in order to mark a permanent boundary line it is necessary and is deemed best that permanent monuments be erected at regular intervals on said line in such manner as will quiet all dispute in reference to said boundary.
"It is further agreed that said permanent monuments can be best established under the supervision of the commissioners heretofore appointed by the court, to wit, Alfred Hazlett and John W. Halliburton; and it is therefore requested by the parties to this cause that the court, by a proper order, direct and require said commissioners to establish or cause to be established under their direction such permanent monuments as may by them be deemed necessary in the premises and in accordance with the order of the court heretofore made, and make a report to the court of their acts and doings therein. In the execution of their powers herein, said commissioners [197 U.S. 577, 579] shall have authority to employ such surveyors and other assistants and procure such material as may be necessary in the establishment of the permanent monuments, marking said boundary line in accordance with the opinion of the court heretofore rendered and this agreement.
"It is further agreed that said commissioners for their services herein shall receive such compensation as may be agreed upon by the respective parties, and if the parties are unable to agree, then such as may be fixed by the court after the services have been performed and due report thereon made.
"On account of the unfavorable condition of the weather during the winter months and of the character of the ground during the spring months, the parties hereto respectfully request the court that said commissioners be granted until the 1st day of May, 1905, in which to make their report.
"By F. N. Prout, Attorney General."
Point established divis. of Accretions to Sec. 35, Twp. 7 N, Rng. 15 E, 6th P. M.
Commencing at the meander corner, on the Nebraska bank of the Old Missouri River bed where the Township line between Townships 6 and 7 North of Range 15 East of the 6th Principal Meridian in Nebraska intersects with the Old Missouri River bed and at a point 9.10 chaines West of the South East corner of Section 35 and South West corner of Section 36 in Township 7 North, of Range 15 East of the 6th Principal Meridian in Nebraska, and run thence N 47 W at 40.00 chaines set a random stake for half way and at 82.88 chaines came to a meander corner on the Missouri bank of the Old Missouri river bed. This line run in connection with D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison county Missouri. Correcting back we corrected the random stake sat at 40.00 chaines to 41.44 chaines for the half way or dividing line between Missouri and Nebraska and set a Limestone 7x12x25 inches square. Marker M. and N. Whole distence across 82.88 chaines. Half the distence across 41.44 chaines.
[197 U.S. 577, 583] SURVEYOR'S RECORD.
Point established corners to Lots 1 & 2 &c Sec. 35, Twp. 7, Rng. 15 E 6th P. M.
Commenced at the North East corner of section 35 T 7 N of R 15 E and run thence South and at 6.58 chaines came to North Bank of old River Shute the SE. cor. of Lot 1 in Sec. 35, and at 4.20 chaines on South bank of Old River Shoot at the NE cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 35 and at 40.00 chaines set a stone 6x6x12 inches square for the quarter Sec. corner on the East line of Sec. 35, the SE. cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 35. And at 80.00 chaines set a stone 6x10x16 inches square for South East corner of Sec. 35, T 7 R 15 E Nemaha County Nebraska. Then commencing at the North East corner of Sec 35, T 7, R 15 E. and running thence West 6.12 chaines to the East bank of old River Shute, the NW. cor. of Lot 1, in Sec. 35. Thence West 3.10 chaines to the West bank of old River Shute the NE. corner of Lot 2 in Sec. 35, thence West 8.00 chaines to the old bank of the Missouri River Set a Stone 6x8x10 inches square for the NW. cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 35, and for the bank of the Old Missouri River in Nebraska.
Survey of the Accretion to Lot 2 in Sec. 35, T 7, R 15 E in Nebraska.
Commencing at a stone 6x8x10 inches square, set for the NW. cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 35, T 7, R 15 E. the Nebraska bank of the old Missouri River bed, and running thence 78 30' W 42.00 chaines to the opposite bank of the old Missouri River bed in Missouri as designated by B. F. Rummerfield County [197 U.S. 577, 584] Surveyor of Atchison County, Missouri. Then correcting and setting a stake 3 inches square at the half way point and for the NW. cor. of the Accretion to Lot 2 in Sec. 35, T 7, R 15 E in Nemaha Co. Neb. Said stake witnessed by a Cottonwood tree 9 inches in diameter beares N 49 30' W 24 links distant. And by a Cottonwood tree 11 inches in diameter beares N 19 E 32 links distant.
[197 U.S. 577, 586] SURVEYOR'S RECORD.
No. of Survey ..... Date May 13th to 20th 1890.
Survey for D. P. Holley and J. C. Roberts.
At request of D. P. Holley and J. C. Roberts.
Point established Lots 1, 2 & 3 &c. in Sec. 26, Twp. 7, Rng. 15 E, 6th P. M.
Commencing at the SE. cor. of Sec. 26 T 7 R 15 E in Nemaha Co. Neb. and running thence North, at 20.00 chaines set a stake for East line of Lot 2 in Sec. 26, at 40.00 chaines found quartersection corner post at SE. cor. Lot 1 & NE cor of Lot 2 set by the Government, at 60.00 chaines set stake for East line of Lot 1 and at 73.90 chaines set stake for NE. cor. of Lot 1 and at bank of Missouri River in Nebraska. And from this line as a base we run lines West to find the old Missouri River bank on the Nebraska side, By First Commencing at the stake set at the 60.00 chaines North of SE. cor. of Sec. 26, Running thence West 16.50 chaines for bank of river setting a stake 3 inches square. Then commencing at the quarter section corner on the East line of Sec 26. and running thence West 21.45 chaines setting stake 3 inches square for SW. cor. of Lot 1 in Sec 26 and NW cor to Lot 2 in Sec 26, which contains by Government Survey 52.70 Acres.
Then commencing at the stake 20.00 ehaines North of the SE. cor. of Sec. 26. and on the East line of Lot 2 in Sec 26, and running thence West at 7.24 chaines, came to East bank of the River Shute the West line of Lot 2, Sec. 26, then at 11.34 chaines came to the West bank of the River Shute the East line of Lot 3 in Sec 26. Thence at 26.84 chaines set a stake for River bank and for the West line of Lot 3 in Sec 26.
Then commencing at the SE. corner of Sec 26 T 7 R 15 E in Nebraska, Running thence West and at 6.12 ch. came to [197 U.S. 577, 587] the East bank of the River Shute and the SW. cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 26, Lot 2 contains 42.00 Acres and at 9.22 chaines came to West bank of the River Shute and the SE corner of Lot 3 in Sec. 26, and at 17.22 chaines set a stone 6x8x10 in. sqr. for SW. cor. of Lot 3 on Old River line in Sec. 26, T 7 R 15 E. Lot 3 contains 30.80 Acres per Government survey. Survey of Accretions in Sec. 26 T 4 R 15 E in old River bed dividing the Accretions between Lots 1, 2 and 3 in Sec 26, T 7 R 15 E and Dividing between Nebraska and Missouri, and between the parties above named. Then commencing at a stone 6x8x10 inches square set for meander line and at SE cor. of Accretions to Lot 3 in Sec 26 And running thence 78 30' West 42. 00 chaines to the opposite Meander bank of Missouri River in Missouri as designated by B. F. Rummerfield County Surveyor of Atchison County Missouri. Then correcting back at 21.00 ch. set stake 3 inches sqr. for Division line and at the SW. cor. of Accretions to Lot 3 in Sec 26. The Stake Witnessed by a Cottonwood tree 9 inches in diameter beares N 49 30' W 24 lks distant and by a Cottonwood 11 inches in in diameter beares N 19 E 32 lks. distant.
Then commencing at the stake for the West line of Lot 3 in Sec 26, for the old River bank Running thence 84 W 24.49 chaines to the opposite bank of the old Missouri River in Missouri as designated by B. F Rummerfield County Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. Then at 12.24 1/2 chaines set stake for division line on the West line of Lot 3 Sec 26, T 7 R 15 E between Mo. & Neb.
Then commencing at a stake 3 inches square set for the meander line of the old Missouri River on the West line of [197 U.S. 577, 588] lot 1 in Sec 26. T 7. R 15 E. in Nebraska. Running thence N 81 W 28.34 chaines to the meander line on the Missouri side of the old Missouri River bead. Then setting a stake at 14.17 chaines for half way dividing line between Nebraska and Missouri.
Then commencing at a stake at the NE. corner of Lot 1 in Sec 26 T 7 R 15 E and at the intersection of the East line of Sec. 26 with the Missouri River in Nemaha County Nebraska. And running thence N 40 W 80.30 chaines to the meander line on the Atchison county Missouri side of the old Missouri River.
[197 U.S. 577, 590] SURVEYOR'S RECORD.
Point established Accretions to Lots 3 & 4 Sec. 25, Twp. 7, Rng. 15 E, 6th P. M.
Commenced the survey of the Accreations to Lots 3 and 4 of Sec 25 Town 7 North of Range 15 East, by Commencing at the Meander corner, at intersection of the half section line, running North and South threw section Twenty-five Town seven Range Fifteen East, with the Missouri River and at the Northeast corner of Lot No 3, marked by a Bur Oak stake 4x4x36 inches square and by a peace of an iron bar drove in by the side of the stake.
Running thence North 102.88 chaines to the meander line on the opposite bank of the Missouri River as designated by B. F. Rummerfield County Surveyor of Atchison County Mo.
Then correcting back making corner on dividing line between Nebraska and Missouri at 51.44 chains at a stone set by the Atchison County Missouri Surveyor and Chainmen. And at 12.70 chaines north of the meander corner at the Northeast corner of Lot No 3 in Sec 25 set a stone for the NE. cor. of Twenty-eight acres off of the South end of the Acretians to Lot No. 3, of Sec 25. Then commencing at the NW. cor. of Lot 3, Sec. 25, running thence N 20 W 89.43 chaines to meander line on opposite bank of the Missouri River in Atchison County Mo. as designated by the County Surveyor of Atchison County Missouri B. F. Rummerfield. Then correcting back and setting a limestone 8x9 x14 inches square at 44.71 1/2 ch for the NW. cor. of Acreations to Lot No. 3 [197 U.S. 577, 591] in Sec. 25 T 7. R 15 East in Nebraska and on the dividing line between Nebraska and Missouri Said stone is Witnessed by a Willow tree 9 inches in diameter bears N 63 30' W 54 1ks distant. And setting a stone 12.70 ch. North of NW. cor. Lot 3, 25, for NW. cor. of 28.00 acres off of South end of Acreations in Missouri River to Lot No. 3, Sec. 25, T 7 R 15 E.
[197 U.S. 577, 593] SURVERYOR'S RECORD.
No. of Survey ..... Date December 8th to 23d 1891.
Survey for The Lombard Investment Co.
At request of J. H. Stewart 512 Exchange B'ld'g. Kansas City Mo.
Point established Accretions to Lots 1 & 2 Sec. 25, Twp. 7, Rng. 15 E. 6th P. M.
Then commencing at a stone set for the center of Sec. 25, T 7 R 15 E, and at 20.00 cha. found a stake heretofore set and at 40.00 chaines found an iron bar heretofore set the NW. cor. of 40. acres off of the South end of Lot 2, in Sec. 25, and set a limestone 6x12x15 inches square in by the side of the Iron bar, and at 43.40 chaines found an oak post heretofore set for the meander Corner at the NE. cor. of Lot 3 in Sec 25-7-15 and by the side of the oak post we set a limestone 3x9x18 inches square for the NW. Meander cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 25-7-15 E.-Witnessed by a Sycamore tree 12 inches in diameter beares S. 75 30' W. 44 links distant. And by a Sycamore tree ten inches in diameter. Bears 35 E. 53 lks. distant. And also Witnessed by a Cottonwood tree 20 inches in diameter Beares N 31 30' W. 69 lks distant Then commencing at a stone [197 U.S. 577, 594] heretofore set for the NE. cor, of 40 acres off of the South end of Lot 2 in 25, and run thence North 7.50 chains and set a random stake for the NE. Meander cor. to lots 1 & 2 in Sec 25. Then after testing the Meander random stake set at the NE. corners of Lots 1 & 2 of Sec. 25.-7-15 E. At the NE. Meander cor of Lot 1 we set a Blue Limestone 1 1/2x12x12 inches square-Witnesses by a cottonwood tree 13 inches in diameter Beares N 63 W 16 lks distant, And by a Sycamore tree 9 inches in diameter, Beares N 61 30' E. 53 lks distent. And at the NE. Meander cor. of Lot 2 & NW. cor of Lot 1 we set a Blue Limestone 3x15x18 inches sqr. Witnessed by a cluster of Willows Beares 57 30' W. 33 lks. distant. Then commencing at the NW. cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 25.7-15 E. and run thence North at 52.00 ch. set a random stake for half way point across the old Missouri river bead, at 104. 55 chains came to the North bank of the old Missouri river bed 2.57 ch. West of a Meander stake at the intersection of a Sec. line with the river, set by Rummerfield, making a jog of 2.57 ch. between 1/2 Sec & Sec lines in the diferent states, Then correcting back and at 27 1/2 lks. North of the random stake set at 52.00 chains. Setting a Limestone 5x11x20 inches square for the NW. cor. of the accretions in the old Missouri river bed to Lot 2 in Sec 25 T 7 R 15 E.
Then commencing at the NE. cor of Lot 2 & the NW. cor. of Lot 1 in Sec 25, running thence N 10 30' E. at 50.00 chaines set a random stake for 1/2 way and at 98.62 chains came to a stone at Meander corner on the North bank of the Mo. River set by Rummerfield for North bank of river Then correcting back at 49.31 chains the half way point from NE. cor. of Lot 2 in Sec. 25-7-15 E. on the South bank of old Missouri river, to the meander corner on the opposite bank of the old Missouri river to a stone by Rummerfield for Meander corner on old Mo. river bank in the state of Mo. Setting a limestone 7x10x12 inches sqr. at the NE. corner of accretion to Lot 2 in Sec. 25.-7-15 in Nebraska. And NW. cor. of Lot 1 in Sec. 25.
SURVEYOR'S RECORD. [197 U.S. 577, 597] FIELD NOTES.
At request of J. H. Stewart.
Chainmen sworn Henry C. Taylor and Robert Taylor.
Point established Accretion to Lot 1 Sec. 30, Twp. 7. Rng. 16 E, 6th P. M.
Commencing at quartersection corner on the West line of Sec. 30, Town 7, North of Range 16 East. (By the side of the stake set by the Government Surveyors I set a limestone 4x9x16 to preserve and perpetuate the qr. sec. corner on the West line of Sec 30 T 7 R 16 E.) And run thence East on the half section line at 20.00 chaines set a stake, at 40.00 chaines set a random stake and at 47.60 chaines set random stake for the meander corner on the bank of the Old Missouri river bed and the SE. cor. of Lot 1 in 30 T 7 R 16 E. At the SE. cor. of Lot 1 in Sec. 30 T 7 R 16 E set a limestone 2x11x17 inches square for Meander cor. on the Old Missouri river bed. Then correcting back on half section line and at 20.00 chaines set a limestone 4x8x16 inches square. Witnessed by a White elm tree 21 inches in diameter. Beares N 49 1/2 E. 17 1/2 lks. distent. Then commencing at the Meander corner stone set at the NE. corner of Lot 1 in 25 T 7 R 15 E. and also the NW. corner of Lot 1 in Sec 30 T 7 R 16 E. (see page 156 for sise of stone & Witness tree) running thence 59 30' E. 23.10 chaines for Meander corner set a limestone 2 x12x14 inches square for meander corner on river bank. Witnessed by a cottonwood tree 14 inches in diameter Beares 54 30' E-1.47 chaines distant. Then run S. 55 E-24.33 chaines for meander corner on bank of old Missouri river bed, and set a limestone 4x9x19 for meander corner.
Then commencing at the Meander corner at the NW. cor. of Lot 1 Sec. 30 T 7 R 16 E and run thence N 23 47' E for the meander corner on the opposite side of the old Missouri river [197 U.S. 577, 598] for the purpose of dividing the accretions and obtaining the amount belonging to Lot 1 Sec. 30 T 7 R 16 E. at 40.00 chaines set a random stake for half way, at 78.56 chaines came to the meander corner stone set by Rummerfield on Meander river line Then correcting back at halfway random stake corrected and at 39.29 chaines half way set a Limestone 3x9x13 inches square. Witnessed by a cottonwood tree 6 inches in diameter N 37 E. 70 links distant. Then commencing at meander corner stone No 4 and run N 54 30' E at 12.00 chaines set a random stake at 27.49 chaines came to random corner set by Rummerfield at SE. cor Lot 1 Se 9 T 66 R 42 W in Missouri, Then correcting back at half way at 13.75 chaines set a stone 3x10x13 inches square Witnessed by a cottonwood tree 6 inches in diameter. Beares 14 30' E 67 links distent.
Whole distence across 18.40 chaines. Half the distince across 9.20 chaines. V 9 30' E FIELD NOTES.
Commencing at the meander corner on the Nebraska bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the intersection of the South line of S. 30, T 7, N. R 16 E. 6th P. M. in Nebr. with the Old Mo. River bed, it it being the E. cor. of Lot 3 in 3o, and the N E. cor. of Lot 1 in 31. And run East to meet D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison county Mo. Running from the Mo. side of the Old Mo. River bed on a division of Accretions therein and at 13.32 1/2 ch. set a stake and came out 1.53 ch. apart he N and me S. and at half the difference between us 76 1/2 lks. we set a Limestone 5x14x25 in. sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Neb. Whole distence across 26.65 chains. Half the distence across 13.32 1/2 chaines. And Commencing at the meander corner of the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed, at the E. cor. of Lot 2 and the N East cor. of Lot 3 in 30 T 7 N R 16 E 6th P. M. in Nebr. And run East to meet D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison county Mo. running from the Mo. side of the Old Mo. River bed on a division of Accretions therein [197 U.S. 577, 602] and at 11.35 chaines set a stake and came out 2.00 chaines apart he North and me South, and at half the difference between us, 1.00 chain, we set a Limestone 6x11x20 inches square for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. Marked M. and N.
[197 U.S. 577, 604] FIELD NOTES.
At request of the Board of County Commissioners of Nemaha County Nebr.
Point established division of Accretions Sec 31, Twp 7 N, Rng. 16 E, 6th P. M.
Commencing at the meander corner on the Nebraska bank of the Old Missouri River bed at the intersection of the Township line between Townships 6 and 7 North of Range 16 East of the 6th P. M. in Nebr. with the Old Missouri River bed. Said meander corner being the E. corner of Lot No 7 in Sec 31 Town 7 N of R 16 E of the 6th P. M in Nebraska.
And run thence East for the purpose of meeting D. A. Quick County Surveyor of Atchison county Missouri coming from the Missouri side of the Old Missouri River bed on a division of the Accretions formed in the Old Missouri River bed, and at 16.02 chaines set a stake for half way and came out 89 links apart he North and me South and at half the difference between us, 44 1/2 links, we set a Limestone 6x15x35 inches square for the dividing line between Missouri and Nebr. marked M & N.
Whole distence across the Old River bed 32.04 chaines. Half the distence across 16.02 ch.
Commencing at the meander corner on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the S. E. meander cor. of Lot 6 and the N E corner of Lot No. 7 in 31, T 7 N of R 16 E. of 6th P. M in Nebr.
And run East to meete D. A. Quick County Surveyor of Atchison county Mo. running from the Mo. side on a division of the Accretions and at 12.84 1/2 ch. set a stake & came out 89 lks. apart, he N & me and at 1/2 the difference 44 1/2 lks we set a Limestone 6x15x36 inches Sqr for the dividing line between [197 U.S. 577, 605] Mo. and Nebr. Marked M & N. Whole distence across 25.69 ch. Half the distence across 12.84 1/2 chaines. And commencing at the meander corner on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the E. cor. of Lot 1, and the N E cor. of Lot 6 in 31 T 7 N of R 16 E. of 6th P. M. in Nebr. and run East to meet D. A. Quick County Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. running from the Mo. side on a divission of the Accretions and at 14.87 1/2 ch. set a stake & came out 1.00 ch. apart, he N and Me at half the difference 50 lks set a Limestone 6x15x30 inches Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo & Nebr. Marked M & n. Whole dist. across 29.75 ch. Half the distence across 14.87 1/2 ch. And Commencing at the East meander line of Lot 1 on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. river bed about 20.00 ch. N. of the SE. cor. of Lot 1 in 31 T 7 N. R. 16 E of 6th P. M. in Nebr. and run East to meet D. A. Quick Co. Surveyor Atchison Co. Mo. running from the Mo. side on a division of the Accretions & at 13.09 ch. set a stake & came out 1.15 ch. apart he N & me S. at half the difference 57 1/2 lks we set a Limestone 5x14x27 in. Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. & Nebr. Marked M & N. Whole distence across 26.18 chaines. Half the distence across 13.09 chaines.
And Commencing at the meander corner on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. river bed at the intersection of the section line between 30 & 31 in T 7, N. R 16 E of 6th P. M in Nebr. with the Old Mo River bed. It being the NE. cor. of Lot 1 in 31 and the SE. cor. of Lot 3 in 30, T 7, N. R 16 E and run East to meet D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. Running from the Mo. side of the Old River bed on a division of the Accretions and at 13.32 1/2 ch. set a stake and came out 1.53 chaines apart he N and me at half the difference between us 76 1/2 links set a Limestone 5x14x25 inc. sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. Marked M and N.
Whole distence across 26.65 chaines.
[197 U.S. 577, 607] FIELD NOTES.
Chainmen sworn W. T. Hacker and H. D. Hacker.
Point established Div. of Accretions to Sec. 6, Twp. 6 N, Rng. 16 E, 6th P. M.
Commencing at the meander corner of the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the intersection of the Township line between Towns. 6 and 7 N. of R. 16 E of the 6th P. M. in Nebr. with said river bed. Said corner being the N E. cor. of Lot 1 in 6, T 6 N, R 16 E, and the E. cor. of Lot 7 in 31 T 7 N. R. 16 E. of 6th P. M in Nebr. And run East to meete D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison county Mo. running from the Mo. bank of the Old Mo. River bed on a division of Accretions in the Old Mo. river bed and at 16.02 ch. set a stake for half way and came out 89 links. apart he N and me S. at half the difference between us 44 1/2 lks we set a Limestone 6x15x35 in. Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. Marked M and N. Whole distence across 32.04 ch. Half the distence across 16.02 chaines. And commencing at the meander corner on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the S. W cor. of Lot 1 and the E cor of Lot 2 in Sec. 6, T 6, N. R 16 E of the 6th P. M. in Nebr. And run East for the purpose of meeting D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison co. Mo. running from the Mo. side of the Old Mo. River bed on a division of Accretions in the Old river bed and at 21.71 1/2 ch. set a stake and came out 3.48 ch. apart he N and me S. At half the difference between us 1.74 ch. we set a Limestone 6x15x40 in. Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. Marked M. and N.
Whole distence across 43.43 chaines. Half the distince across 21.71 1/2 chaines. [197 U.S. 577, 608] Commencing at the meander corner at the SW. cor. of Lot 1 and the SE. cor. of Lot 2 in 6 T 6 N R 16 E of the 6th P. M. in Nebr. And run 40 E to meet D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. running from the Mo. side on a division of the Accretions, and at 15.68 1/2 ch. set a stake and came out 1.98 ch. apart he E and me W. at half the difference between us 99 lks. we set a Limestone 6x13x39 in. Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. Marked M & N. Whole distence across 31.37 ch. Half the distence across 15.68 1/2 ch.
[197 U.S. 577, 610] FIELD NOTES.
Point established div. of Accretions to Sec. 1, Twp. 6 N, Rng. 15 E, 6th P. M.
Commencing at the meander corner on the Nebr. of the Old Mo. River bed at the SE. cor. of Lot 2 and the NE. cor. of Lot 3 in 1 T 6 N. R 15 E of the 6th P. M. in Nebr. and run 33 30' E and at 10.87 1/2 ch. met D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. on a division of Accretions with a difference of 26 lk between us, we set a Limestone 6x15x41 in. Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr., Marked M and N.
Whole distence across 21.57 ch. Half the distence across 10.78 1/2 chaines.
Commencing on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the SW. cor. of Lot 3, the SE. cor. of Lot 4 in 1, T. 6, N R 15 E of 6th P. M. in Nebr. And run South and at 7.27 1/2 ch. & set a stake & met D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. running from the Mo. bank of the old Mo. River bed, on a division of Accretions and came out with a difference of 55 links he E and me W. at half the difference between us 27 1/2 lks. we set a Limestone 8x10x23 in. Sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. & Nebr. marked M. & N. Whole distence across 14.55 ch. Half the distence 7.27 1/2 ch.
Commencing on the Nebr. bank of the old Mo. River bed at the intersection of the section line between Sec 1 and 2 in T 6 N. R 15 E 6th P. M. in Nebr. with the Old Mo. River bed being the SW. cor. of Lot 5 in 1 and the SE. cor. of Lot 8 in 2 T 6 R 15 E in Neb. and run South and at 16.64 ch. set a stake and met D. A. Quick Surveyor of Atchison Co. Mo. running from the Mo. bank of the old Mo. River bed on a divi- [197 U.S. 577, 611] sion of Accretions and came out 30 links apart he E and we West and at half the difference 15 lks. we set a Limestone 6 x6x30 in. sqr. for the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. Marked M and N. Whole distence across 33.28 chaines. Half the distence across 16.64 chaines.
Commencing on the Nebr. bank of the Old Mo. River bed at the SW. cor. of Lot 4 the SE. cor. of Lot 5 in 1 T 6 N. R. 15 E. 6th P. M. in Nebr. and run South 11.95 chaines more or less to the dividing line between Mo. and Nebr. and set a Limestone 10x12x16 inches sqr. Marked M and N. [197 U.S. 577, 612] N.
[197 U.S. 577, 613] FIELD NOTES.
Point established Div. of Accretions to Sec. 2, Twp. 6 N. Rng. 15 E, 6th P. M.
[197 U.S. 577, 618] And it is further ordered, adjudged and decreed by the court that the commissioners heretofore appointed, namely, Alfred Hazlett, Esq., and John W. Halliburton, Esq., be, and they are hereby, directed to establish, or cause to be established, under their direction, permanent monuments marking said boundary line between the state of Missouri and the state of Nebraska, as shown by said aforesaid surveys, and that said commissioners establish such permanent monuments upon said boundary line as may in their opinion be necessary for permanently marking and establishing the same, and that they make a report to this court of their acts and doings therein, and that said report contain a full and complete description of said boundary line and the monuments thereon established. And that in the execution of this decree said commissioners are hereby authorized to employ such surveyors and other assistants, and procure such material as may be necessary in the establishment of said permanent monuments marking said boundary line, in accordance with the decree of this court.
And it is further ordered that said commissioners be paid for their services herein such compensation as may be agreed upon by the respective parties to this suit and said commissioners, and if the parties to this suit and said commissioners are unable to agree upon said compensation, such compensation shall be awarded to said commissioners as in the opinion of this court, upon the filing of the final report by said commissioners, may seem proper.
It is further ordered that said commissioners make said final report of their acts and doings in the premises to this court on or before the 15th day of May, 1905.


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Mahfuz Ahmed || A Bangladeshi Actor, Director
Hal Khata Team January 11, 2020
About Mahfuz Ahmed:
Mahfuz Ahmed is one of a renowned Bangladeshi TV drama and movie actor. Coming from a completely non-media background, he received two national film awards. He struggled a lot to establish his career. Despite his massive popularity, Mahfuz kept himself away from acting for a while due to a lack of good script. This seasoned actor is currently focusing more on the TV drama, commercial direction, and production.
Life story of Mahfuz Ahmed:
Mahfuz Ahmed was born on 23rd October 1967 in Noakhali, Bangladesh. His father was a school teacher. He passed his childhood at his village. Since his childhood, Mahfuz was very passionate and emotional. While living in the village, Mahfuz grew interested to come to town. So after his SSC exam, he tried to admit in Dhaka but could not succeed. However, he got admission into Cumilla Victoria Government College. After the HSC exam, he got admission into Dhaka University. Back then he faced problems to live in and used to stay as a lodging master in a house of his father's student. He struggled a lot in his father but eventually, he broke all challenges to climb on the top.
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Marriage Life:
This seasoned actor got married to Ishrat Jahan Quader in 2011. Ishrat Jahan is the daughter of a well-known politician GM Quader. Ishrat completed her higher education from Australia and working as a profession in a private university in Bangladesh. This couple has a daughter, her name is " Mourin Aradhya Ahmed".
Mahfuz started his career as a journalist. He motivated by one of his friend to be a journalist. He wrote on multiple topics, however, he focused on the entertainment sector. There he met two icons of Bangladesh, Humayun Ahmed and Imdadul Haque Milon. They pursued him to be an actor. His first drama was "Kon Kanoner Ful" of Imdadul Haque Milon. Other casts of that drama were Shami Kaiser, Azizul Hakim. Later he left journalism to be regular in acting.
Since the beginning, Mahfuz Ahmed played in more than 100 tv dramas. Some of the notables dramas are Kothaw Kau Nei (Moti Character), Chaita Pagol, Ekannobarti, Nitu Tomake Bhalobashi, Nurul Huda Ekoda Bhalobeshechilo and many more.
Mahfuz Ahmed in the movie:
Mahfuz Ahmed made significant appearance on a small screen but made big steps in big screen. He appeared in the "Srabon Megher Din" movie of Humayun Ahmed in 2000. Since then he acted in more than 10 movies including Megher Por Megh, Joyjatra, Char Shatiner Ghat and many more. He received a national film award to perform in the Lal Shabuj movie.
Production House:
This experienced actor became producer through the "Bodh" drama of Chayanika in 1994. Since then he produced numerous drama. In 2015, the movie "Zero Degree" produced from his own production house.
Since the "Zero Degree" movie, Mahfuz Ahmed has taken a break from media. He mentioned looking for a better story to appear in the drama. Mahfuz also stated that his dream of directing a movie to help Bangladesh to compete with the world.
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