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Editors Note - Jul 27, 2006 IN RE Grocery Store Loyalty Cards: The Bigger Picture

Jun 06 2002 -In this article, I want to focus on loyalty cards as part of a broader context: the profiling increasingly being introduced in grocery stores and other retailers.

The word "sum" should actually be a bullet * It looks like a translation error in pasting text from a word processor to the Web. We will leave it unfixed for historical context. * 4651

Katherine L. - Jul 02, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

Standardized testing, such as the SAT and ACT, are useful to colleges and universities. But state wide tests that test every single student for hours at a time are ridiculous. They stress students out and do not accurately show how much a student has learned. I know several people who just blew t... 152.163.100.8 * 4644

talib mahmoud - Jun 26, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

moving to seattle would love to rent a houseboat,never been boating please contact thank you 164.58.66.120 * 4623

Satan - Jun 25, 2006 IN RE Parents Can Hit the Quit Button on Ultra-Violent Video Games

Nov 15 2000 -A disturbing report issued recently by the Federal Trade Commission describing the marketing of mature video games to children makes it abundantly clear that parents can use help in guiding their children's selection of video games. A 20-page guide called

When I set out to make violent video games I did so with the intention of ruining the youth of america, and I am not joking. I want all your kids to become more violent, I want them to kill each other and go on school shootings. I want my games to totally destroy your children and ruin there lives a... 67.42.48.140 * 4622

Deb Harrold - Jun 24, 2006 IN RE Good Shepherd Center Artist Spaces Near Completion

Jan 17 2002 -The Good Shepherd Center is almost finished with an over-$1 million project that includes six artist residences and a new roof for the 87,000 square foot building.

I was at the Home of the Good Shepherd in Omaha, NE in the late 60's. Email me if you were too. 70.171.173.176 * 4621

KM - Jun 24, 2006 IN RE Bus Crash "Saved My Life"

Dec 13 2000 -Catherine McGarry, who was in a coma for more than two months after 1998's Thanksgiving weekend bus crash on the Aurora Bridge, recounts the story of her recovery.

i still remember the day of the crash, watching the news as i hung christmas decorations. i had taken the route 359 to my brother's house in greenlake earlier that week. a rush of sadness, and appreciation washed over me. then that shooting frenzy at the house party in capitol hill happened just ... 72.234.248.132 * 4620

Janet M. Davis - Jun 22, 2006 IN RE Stone Way is Seattle's Rare Book Mecca

Sep 22 1998 -Five local bookstores profiled.

Hello, I really would like to know how to find someone who could tell me about a book that I have found in my travels. It is "les terribles" by Sylvia scharmach,r.n. and is a diary of a medic who drove an ambulance during the first world war. This occurs with the members of the 32nd Division, the "... 24.116.145.14 * 4619

Judy Johnson - Jun 19, 2006 IN RE Take a Ride on the Duck

Jul 29 1999 -The Ride the Ducks tours began in 1998 when Tom Ismon, a North Seattle native and entrepreneur, decided retirement was a bore. "I wanted to do something fun."

The children And I take field trips and would be very nice to have quakers for the trip where can I buy them? 74.33.187.244 * 4618

Hillary - Jun 11, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

Looking to buy a floating home/moorage. Please contact me if you own and are looking to sell. 24.16.67.242 * 4609

ashlee - Jun 07, 2006 IN RE Three Seattle Women Train for Boxing at Amateur Nationals

Mar 12 1999 -Linda Ross, Sholanda Green, and Adrian Lugg take boxing seriously, and though all three work full-time, they train five and six days a week jumping rope, shadow boxing, punching bags, and sparring in the ring.

hey i am looking for a place that will take me in to be a boxer. i would put my WHOLE LIFE in to boxing. if you nowhere i can go in state of washington please e-mail me. NO INDOOR FITNESS BOXING.(no 24 hour or bally stuff) i want a real boxing place so i can become a real professional boxer!! 169.204.208.123 * 4608

Paul Harder - Jun 06, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

I'm bored and looking for a project. I started crunching numbers and I am considering buiding a house boat for myself and perhaps do two at once. My preliminary estimates reveal that I can build a very nice houseboat for an interested party for approximately $100,000. here in Port Townsend. This w... 66.235.25.80 * 4607

Fatso - Jun 05, 2006 IN RE Advertising Restricted in Seattle Schools, Junk Food Should be Next

Dec 06 2001 -Advertising will be drastically reduced in Seattle schools; Teacher Ted would like to see junk food be the next thing cut.

Eat salads, don't be stupid. 161.38.223.218 * 4606

Elaine - Jun 03, 2006 IN RE Young And Homeless in Seattle

Nov 21 2001 -Adam Richter examines the plight of young homeless people in this first part of a two-part series.

I just read this article for the first time and it mentions PSKS and the homeless situation. Things have changed a lot since the article has been written. PSKS is now located at 1814 Summit Aveneu and has a full school program for kids who are homeless and non homeless. Its a great program and reall... 64.40.54.79 * 4605

Brier Courtland - Jun 01, 2006 IN RE Raggedy Ann and Andy Still Delight

Dec 06 2001 -Few books of any kind have such merit that they capture the hearts of readers year after year. One of my favorites from my earliest childhood is The Raggedy Ann Stories by Johnny Gruelle.

Hi there I have been given the task of getting links for our websites that have good page rank on the links directories. In addition we have many categories so your site will be place on an appropriate page. If you would like to trade links please send me your website details. P.S.: I go... 203.53.47.161 * 4604

Cory - May 30, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

We are looking for moorage in and around Portage Bay for the summer. We can pay the rent and stay out of everyone's way. Let me know if you can help us out. My email address is webforwade@hotmail.com. I live in Fremont 71.39.47.77 * 4603

toni - May 17, 2006 IN RE An Interview with Susan Powter

Apr 08 1999 -She has delivered her message of wellness, women's power and revolution to millions of viewers on late night TV infomercials and on the lecture circuit, including her recent appearance at The Seattle Women's Exhibition where I met with her just before her

Renee Zuk, please, no one is interested in ur comments and superman-wow, ur so intelligent, I hardly know how to respond. 82.42.167.49 * 4602

ppwk4h5@lycos.com - May 15, 2006 IN RE A Woman Was First to KO John L. Sullivan

Apr 07 1999 -The first person ever to knock out the legendary heavyweight champion, John L. Sullivan in a boxing ring was a woman named Mrs. Hessie Donahue.

google pr main 220.72.196.87 * 4600

Jessica - May 14, 2006 IN RE Advertising Restricted in Seattle Schools, Junk Food Should be Next

Dec 06 2001 -Advertising will be drastically reduced in Seattle schools; Teacher Ted would like to see junk food be the next thing cut.

I think it's our choice to drink and eat junk if we want, and I don't know about what other schools serve at lunch, but the food my school serves is dripping with grease, literally! The pizza actually drips when you pick it up, it's gross. The food they serve us has more calories than the soda we bu... 68.103.166.64 * 4599

Wal Mathers - May 11, 2006 IN RE Arthur Foss Tug has an Illustrious History

Apr 21 1999 -She was the last American flagged vessel to leave Wake Island before the Japanese invasion in World War II.

Had a great time on my short stay with the ARTHUR FOSS out in Lake Union and leared a lot about mini-boat houses too - as in shrink wrapped tugs. If the AF was ever retrofitted, I recon that she and not the Steam Tug BALTIMORE would be not only the oldest but also the last hand-fired coal burning a... 151.196.185.54 * 4598

Anonymous - May 09, 2006 IN RE Black and Blonde

May 31 2001 -Learning to accept the straight black hair of her birth came naturally, given the wisdom of time, the lessons of life, and the awkward bite of a small pair of safety scissors. A memoir by C.P. Kempton.

Oh please, balck hair is GREAT! Get over it lady... 24.43.210.201 * 4597

Judy Reed - May 09, 2006 IN RE Weak Arguments Against Strong Encryption

Oct 11 2001 -The dangers of weakening the encryption available to everyone, explained by an expert.

What about the pros of banning encryption? You've got the cons of it down pretty well, but in order to have a strong arguement, you've got to mention the other opinion. 24.181.251.110 * 4596

Cathy - May 08, 2006 IN RE Good Shepherd Center Artist Spaces Near Completion

Jan 17 2002 -The Good Shepherd Center is almost finished with an over-$1 million project that includes six artist residences and a new roof for the 87,000 square foot building.

"Catherine Jan 13, 2006 Moscow, Idaho Accountant I am looking for information on the Good Shepherd Home in Spokane, Washington." I was in the Spokane Good Shepherd Home in 1966-1967 and would also like any info on the home. I was in Rose Virginia with Mother Noel. 67.183.34.133 * 4595

Todd - May 07, 2006 IN RE Grocery Store Loyalty Cards: The Bigger Picture

Jun 06 2002 -In this article, I want to focus on loyalty cards as part of a broader context: the profiling increasingly being introduced in grocery stores and other retailers.

Any store that DEMANDS a store loytalty card in order to give the best price when you don't want to is forgetting about customer service. 165.121.84.148 * 4594

Erlene Smith - May 07, 2006 IN RE University Street Fair Will be May 15-16

May 07 1999 -Join in the celebration of music, dance, arts, crafts and food from all over the world.

I'm interested in info on obtaining a booth for the street fair. Please email me with the info or a contact number. Thank you. 67.183.38.171 * 4593

Keith - May 06, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

Standardize testing is just a way for us to avoid dealing witht he current educational problem in which the US faces. Tese test are not an accurate way of telling how well sa student is going to do in College or in life. It's highly inaccurate in determining rather or not a student has learned what ... 68.12.197.196 * 4592

superman - Apr 27, 2006 IN RE An Interview with Susan Powter

Apr 08 1999 -She has delivered her message of wellness, women's power and revolution to millions of viewers on late night TV infomercials and on the lecture circuit, including her recent appearance at The Seattle Women's Exhibition where I met with her just before her

susan powter is a fake man hating opportunistic ignorant moron 24.237.101.162 * 4590

hah - Apr 27, 2006 IN RE Pike Place Management Tries to Scrap Operating Rules

Jul 01 1998 -Will the reallocation of space from specialized to diversified vendors create hardship for some? Hmong flower growers are concerned they will be marginalized by proposed rule changes.

im HMONG! 72.128.50.32 * 4589

MARLENE - Apr 26, 2006 IN RE Queen Elizabeth Buys Home in Fremont

Oct 06 1999 -In what may be the ultimate form of gentrification and a salute to Fremont's status as the Center of the Universe, Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's ruling monarch, has purchased a condominium on N 43rd Street.

no comment! lovely 83.76.221.186 * 4587

Angel Miller - Apr 25, 2006 IN RE Fire Routs Family From Ballard Home

Oct 23 1998 -An alert neighbor saves a family from fire in Ballard.

hi Angel this si Hope I was just wonderin if you wanted to see this thi sis was when i was 3 years old in Seattle 66.233.120.154 * 4586

jerre hutchins - Apr 25, 2006 IN RE Good Shepherd Center Artist Spaces Near Completion

Jan 17 2002 -The Good Shepherd Center is almost finished with an over-$1 million project that includes six artist residences and a new roof for the 87,000 square foot building.

My Mother who was not wayward, or pregnant was put in a Good Shepherd Convent in 1912 in Omaha, Ne. I would like to find a record of her being there. ANybody out there know how to get in touch with them? She was poorly treated, abused and made to work like a dog. She got out in one year and was farm... 71.102.231.37 * 4585

Mike Muise - Apr 15, 2006 IN RE What to Do With Your Old Computer Parts

Oct 18 2000 -The King County Computer Recovery Project provides resources for upgrading, donating and recycling old computer equipment.

Hello we constantly buy used computers and used monitors mostly tested and working but some times as is in large quantities. Send me your list and we can do some business. We are currently looking for 17 black monitors (tested and working) Thanks Mike 66.146.159.117 * 4582

Maria Marian - Apr 12, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

2 clean, responsible, females looking for 2 bdrm houseboat in Seattle for $1400/mo. or so, to rent beginning either May or June.. can sign a year lease or willing to settle for a shorter time if the availability is only temporarily. marianm@cc.wwu.edu 140.160.12.31 * 4581

Mom - Apr 08, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

Is test-taking a life skill? What a ridiculous thng to teach our children. There are many paths to a fulfilling life, and academics should open the door to those many possibilities, as should vocational training. Standardized testing fails our children and our teachers in every imaginable way, wh... 67.181.235.154 * 4580

chrismeub - Apr 05, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

I need a rental from 6/06-8/06 in Seattle area and hope to find a houseboat available. Thanks for your help. 67.189.0.118 * 4579

Carolina - Apr 03, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

I Believe that this whole TAKS Testing thing is so unfair...because it depends on graduation if we pass the test or not..and i think that if we passed the courses (English, Social Studies, Science, and Writing) then why do we have to be retested to see if we really have the knowledge of it.. 69.152.48.26 * 4578

BJ Ivery - Mar 31, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

I think standardized testing deserves to be roundhouse kicked to the head by chuck Norris. P.S. Chuck norris is cool+ 198.111.211.2 * 4577

Terry Tack - Mar 31, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

I am currently writing a speech on how i feel about standardized testing. i think that too much emphasis is put on standardized tests. I personaly have done a very good job in high school maintaining a very respectible GPA, being one of very few to have perfect attendance, and i have always done m... 198.111.211.2 * 4576

Terry Tack - Mar 31, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

198.111.211.2 * 4575

John - Mar 30, 2006 IN RE A Brand New Basement--Can You Dig It?

Oct 18 2000 -Perhaps shovels and wheelbarrows should have been registered, and the operators licensed. I don't know whether to blame bad parenting or weak educational institutions, but the stability of too many foundation walls was compromised by guys who never did

I have a 100 year old house on a fieldstone foundation with a crawl space and a root cellar in one corner. that corner has not settled as much as the rest and the oposite corner is breaking apart. I am coming into a small inheritance soon and its now or never with the foundation issue. Don't want ... 216.188.208.3 * 4574

Chiller - Mar 30, 2006 IN RE Advertising Restricted in Seattle Schools, Junk Food Should be Next

Dec 06 2001 -Advertising will be drastically reduced in Seattle schools; Teacher Ted would like to see junk food be the next thing cut.

Yo D u got an ice cream machine in ur skool :O niceeeeee! 69.194.179.186 * 4573

Thugstools - Mar 30, 2006 IN RE Advertising Restricted in Seattle Schools, Junk Food Should be Next

Dec 06 2001 -Advertising will be drastically reduced in Seattle schools; Teacher Ted would like to see junk food be the next thing cut.

I love Chocolate and junky sugars it makes me go whooooopty doooo 69.194.179.186 * 4572

Kim - Mar 29, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

I'm looking to rent a houseboat for not more than one week for my honeymoon. I'm looking for suggestions and resources. I live near Bend Oregon, in the Redmond/Madras area. 216.228.187.170 * 4569

Deryck Schwartz - Mar 27, 2006 IN RE A Brand New Basement--Can You Dig It?

Oct 18 2000 -Perhaps shovels and wheelbarrows should have been registered, and the operators licensed. I don't know whether to blame bad parenting or weak educational institutions, but the stability of too many foundation walls was compromised by guys who never did

Well after reading all these comments and how to do it's. Here is what we are doing. Our house was built in 1880,s poured basement, only 6' feet high. You all heard of Blood Sweat and tears. Well thats what its all about. We are going to lower are basement by 4ft. there is a proces called underpinng... 205.188.116.203 * 4568

Debbie Rowe - Mar 27, 2006 IN RE Good Shepherd Center Artist Spaces Near Completion

Jan 17 2002 -The Good Shepherd Center is almost finished with an over-$1 million project that includes six artist residences and a new roof for the 87,000 square foot building.

I was in the Home of the Good Shepard in Seattle from 1968-1969. I would love to hear from others. Sheri Lund is still my best friend. She was there 67-69. 199.73.1.1 * 4566

Montu - Mar 27, 2006 IN RE Three Seattle Women Train for Boxing at Amateur Nationals

Mar 12 1999 -Linda Ross, Sholanda Green, and Adrian Lugg take boxing seriously, and though all three work full-time, they train five and six days a week jumping rope, shadow boxing, punching bags, and sparring in the ring.

I am from New Delhi , India I love watching boxing and I no longer want to be the spectator. I want to learn the art of Boxing. I am looking for boxing classes , if anyone who could help me please send an email to me. That would be the greatest thing done to me ever. 125.23.29.125 * 4565

sheila - Mar 27, 2006 IN RE New Utility Poles Cause Confusion

Jul 27 2000 -What on Earth is going on with the city light poles in our neighborhood around Northwest 58th Street and 11th Avenue Northwest in Ballard?

what is the definition and use of utility poles? 58.69.83.164 * 4564

Amanda Suutari - Mar 26, 2006 IN RE Houseboats: Catch the Wave

May 03 2001 -Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

Hi, I'm looking for a way to rent a houseboat to live aboard in Vancouver, BC. If someone could direct me to the source of information on how to do this, I'd appreciate it. thanks! 72.142.101.152 * 4563

glenn ruth - Mar 26, 2006 IN RE Metro King beefs up bus security

Jun 11 2003 -

was assaulted and injured 2 days before this article-medically retired due to the injuries sustained- previously requested police ride my route but almost went blind trying to find them- why ? contact my blog site for the truth about k/cmetro and their union=political policies not realistic solution... 64.40.61.184 * 4562

Chris - Mar 25, 2006 IN RE An Interview with Susan Powter

Apr 08 1999 -She has delivered her message of wellness, women's power and revolution to millions of viewers on late night TV infomercials and on the lecture circuit, including her recent appearance at The Seattle Women's Exhibition where I met with her just before her

Thanks for continuing to spread the word, Susan! The one thing that we of the lavender lifestyle need is fitness, -- and lots of it! 64.12.116.138 * 4561

Jimmy - Mar 23, 2006 IN RE Rethinking Standardized Testing

May 17 2001 -Students and parents across the country are rebelling against the rise of one-size-fits-all standardized tests in public schools.

Thanks for the awesome posts. I have to do a speech over testing so I am going to use your posts for research if you do not mind. 204.184.232.181 * 4560