Window Cleaning Goes Awry! Out of Control Scaffold!
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Glass by Alex Christofi (Serpents Tail, 12.99)
POPULATED with ambiguous characters, Glass is a pretty confident and frequently adroit first novel from Alex Christofi.
In it, the young Gunter Glass lives up to his surname in a Tom Jones-like escapade as he pursues a window cleaning career. It takes him ever higher in the architecture of capitalism and he ends up in the upper reaches of Londons Shard.
Recoiling from the death of his mother and the descent of his father into alcoholic self-pity, Glass is talent-spotted by John Blade, a celebrity window cleaner with distinctly fascist sympathies.
Christofis narrative moves from the stuffiness of ecclesiastical Salisbury to Boris Johnsons London, replete with its all too obvious contradictions and extremes of poverty and wealth.
Yet, unlike Henry Fieldings hero Tom Jones, Glass remains something of a naive young man throughout. As he plaintively says of himself: I didnt seem to be able to understand events until after theyd occurred.
The material glass acts as a constant metaphor for an uncertainly defined object that can distort as much as it can faithfully reflect an accurate view of the world.
Christofi comes across as a pretty clever chap and hes obviously well-read in European literature. Yet hes maybe too ambitious in showing off his literary and historical knowledge and this occasionally threatens to overwhelm the novel.
Aside from the nod to German novelist Gunter Grass, Christofi offers us insights into the Cagoule movement a French fascist terror group in the 1930s and gives us the Steppenwolf, a rather feral writer living in a cork-lined room. Its all a bit redolent of Herman Hesse and Marcel Proust for dummies.
The book also introduces a new punctuation mark the interrobang which is a combined question and exclamation mark, qualifying a sentence that seems like a question but invites no answer.
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CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC (WCSC) - For Cale Senterfitt, it's business as usual.
Despite record-breaking low temperatures across the lowcountry Thursday, the owner of Charlestowne Window Cleaning Services spent most of the afternoon outdoors.
"It comes with the territory," he said. "I've been doing it 12 years now."
Senterfitt, who's company specializes in window cleaning, pressure washing and deck cleaning, joins the likes of construction crews and utility workers, unable to escape the season's arctic blast.
He says worked has slowed during the winter months, especially January and February.
"Hopefully you can just squeeze as many jobs in toward the end of the year as you can," Senterfitt said.
"If you're fortunate enough, you'll have steady work."
Insulated gloves, and warm water were among a few of the must-haves for the Florida native. He says he'll often add additives to his cleaning solution, to prevent freezing on contact.
"It could freeze up pretty instantly. It's actually pretty amazing."
While Senterfitt braves the cold as part of his job, for one group of Charleston volunteers, their decision is by choice.
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NEW RIEGEL - New Riegel Police Chief Steve Swartzmiller reported citizens are questioning the ordinances he is citing when warning them about keeping sidewalks cleared after snowfall. A copy of the Ohio Basic Code will be available for public viewing at the municipal building.
The village's new snow plow certainly has been put to use with recent snows, and street worker Leon Weinandy said the job goes much faster, but he is having some difficulty plowing close enough to the curbs.
Diana Bouillon with New Riegel Right to Life requested use of the municipal building during the Community Garage Sales April 16-18. Council approved use of the facility.
The village is advertising for a fiscal officer and applications must be received by March 10. The personnel committee will be reviewing the resumes at 6:30 p.m. March 12.
In other matters, council:
Approved a resolution for the 2015 permanent budget, waiving the three-reading rule.
Approved the ordinance accepting the 2015 Ohio Basic Code, waiving the three-reading rule.
Announced the Seneca Regional Planning Commission meeting has been rescheduled for Feb. 26.
Will be examining village signs.
Council is to meet at 6:30 p.m. March 17.
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Homeowners... If you don't have hot water, don't panic!!
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The reality is not all water heaters are made equal and the Milwaukee area big box home improvement stores do not have high quality water heaters we have. It's not just lip service, here are some of the differences. Did you know you should drain your water heater every year? Our water heaters have a brass drain valve instead of a plastic one so that it'll last over the years for this critical maintenance. Foam insulation instead of fiberglass batting makes the water heater more efficient. The new icon gas regulator on our standard water heaters makes adjusting temperature and checking your water heater pilot light easier since the government legislated FLVR program. Along with that, the way the combustible air enters the combustion chamber has a better design than most big box products. This will help keep dust and debris away from shutting your water heater down over time. Because of the FLVR program, water heaters have become much more complicated and therefore more expensive. Our exclusive line of water heaters are only sold to licensed professionals and you cannot find them at a big box home improvement store.
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In anticipation of an another round of frigid weather that will impact the area Thursday into Friday, Aqua Pennsylvania has recommended several steps that homeowners can take to prevent frozen pipes as well as what to do if pipes freeze.
Aqua says homeowners should have a supply of heat tape and pipe insulation, as well as a portable space heater and hair dryer on hand, in case pipes freeze. Wrap pipes with insulation material or heat tape and wrap indoor water meters with a blanket. Proper and safe use of portable space heaters can also keep exposed pipes in drafty areas from freezing.
For interior plumbing located on an outside wall, such as a kitchen sink, install heat tape to the pipes beneath the sink. If no small children are in the house, open cabinet doors beneath the sink to allow warm air in the home to reach the pipes.
Shut off and drain any outside faucets, including those for lawn sprinkling systems. Shut off and drain any outside faucets, including those for lawn sprinkling systems. Prevent drafts in unheated areas, such as crawl spaces and basements, by replacing broken glass or making repairs. Prevent drafts in unheated areas, such as crawl spaces and basements, by replacing broken glass or making repairs.
When temperatures remain near 10 degrees, residents should leave a very thin stream of water running continuously from at least one tap, preferably the one farthest from the meter. The additional cost of the water is cheaper than the cost of repairing ruptured pipes, Aqua said.
If a pipe freezes, homeowners should locate the frozen area, use a hand-held hair dryer or heat tape to thaw the area. Homeowners should also locate and mark the master valve, typically found at the front of a home, so the water can be turned off in case a pipe breaks. Also, it is advised to make sure lids on outdoor meters are not broken or missing.
If your pipes do break, homeowners should call 1-877-987-2782 to reach their local Aqua representative.
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DECATUR, Ga. (AP) -- DeKalb County Animal Services officials say pet owners need to take extra precautions to keep companions safe while cold weather moves through the region - and Hall County Fire Services is out with some safety tips for the pet owners, themselves.
Animal Services Director Xan Rawls says cats and dogs should be kept inside during cold weather. Rawls says despite cats and dogs having fur, they're not resistant to cold weather and can suffer frostbite and hypothermia, too.
Rawls says drivers should also check beneath their cars and tap on their hoods to make sure cats aren't taking shelter on warm surfaces before starting the engine.
Rawls says pet owners should also check paws for cracks or bleeding and wipe dogs' paws and bellies down after walks because they could pick up traces of anti-freeze or de-icer which could be harmful to them.
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Hall County Fire Services Fire prevention officials encourage residents to take extra precautions during this cold weather and in the aftermath of the ice storm which many people are still without power and their normal heating source.
Many times, people just dont understand the risk involved in using alternative heating methods. Citizens are just trying to keep warm the best way they can, with whatever they have, says Battalion Chief Scott Cagle, Hall County Fire Marshal.
An additional problem during the next few days might be carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless and toxic gas. CO gas can come from several sources: gas-fired appliances, charcoal grills, wood-burning furnaces or fireplaces, and motor vehicles. CO poisoning symptoms are similar to flu symptoms. These symptoms include headaches, dizziness, disorientation, nausea and fatigue. CO poisoning is deadly! Another source of CO, specifically during power outages, is the improper use of generators:
Generators should be operated in well ventilated locations outdoors away from all doors, windows and vent openings.
Never use a generator in an attached garage, even with the door open. Place generators so that exhaust fumes cant enter the home through windows, doors or other openings in the building.
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(PRWEB) February 19, 2015
Adagio Water Features has just released its list of the five highest selling water features for 2014. They produce 20 water fountain collections, each having between 30 - 50 different varieties to choose from. These indoor waterfalls range from smaller wall mounted styles to grand freestanding fountains.
5 Whispering Creek with Square Antique Bronze Trim and Natural Green Slate and Whispering Creek with Square Copper Vein Trim and Natural Multi-color Slate. Fifth place was a tie with two different versions of the Whispering Creek wall water feature. This water feature measures 22 w x 46 h x 5 deep and comes with a simple on/off switch. This water feature is available in six different metal finishes and seven water surfaces. The Whispering Creek is the smallest of the vertical indoor wall water features that come in solid natural slate.
4 Tranquil River Center Mounted with Stainless Steel Trim and Clear Glass. This mid-sized freestanding water feature measures 41 w x 90 h x 14 d and comes with a remote that will turn it on and off from anywhere in the room. This water wall comes center mounted with clear, green, or blue glass. They make great room dividers in a business or home. The Tranquil River is also available in a flush mount with three different FeatherStones, three different mirrors, and two different marble options. The four metal trim choices enable anyone to match their dcor and personal tastes.
3 Sunrise Springs with Square Rustic Copper Trim and Natural Multi-color Slate. This mid-sized horizontal water feature measures 52 w x 35 h x 6 d and includes a 4-way pull chain. This chain allows the water feature to run just the lights, just the water, both lights and water, or turn it off. It is available in three different metal finishes with rounded or squared edges and a choice of eleven different water surfaces. The Sunrise Springs options include lightweight FeatherStone, natural slate, mirror, marble, and travertine.
2 Reflection Creek with Square Blackened Copper Trim and Natural Green Slate. This is the smallest horizontal water fountain sold by Adagio. It measures 38 w x 27 h x 5 d and is perfect for behind a reception desk, above a table, or over a sofa. It includes a simple on/off switch and is available in six different metal finishes and seven water surfaces.
1 Serene Waters with Antique Bronze Trim and Multi-color FeatherStone. This water feature is fully framed and measures 21 w x 36 h x 6.5 d. It is easy to install and comes with an on/off switch. The small size allows it to be included in any room. The seven metal trim finishes and five water surfaces make this water feature an interior designers dream. Any dcor and style can be enhanced by adding a Serene Waters.
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