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Indeed ! This is a snippet of information regarding the KW-26 model of crypto equipment I serviced based on 'tubes', I also worked on 'newer and other' transistor based models. You may choose to take a quick peek of a KW-26 document with a lot of op…
Hi @Old_Joe Yes to the tube types. With many uses for these tube types, there must have been millions built. I worked on some audio equipment that used these tubes, for the last time, in the mid 80's.
Hi @JD_co He also blamed Biden for Powell. He kinda mumbled through some wording in that area mentioning about Biden appointing Powell. He didn't mention this time that he appointed Powell and that Biden's part was to extend Powell's time at the po…
Hi @hank That Westinghouse, model H862N7, 1962 was likely built in the USA. A 'tube' model that also has two CD (Civil Defense) bands in the AM tuner. This period going forward began to find many 'legal naming rights' to be maintained, although m…
Hi @larryB Lucky for we Michigander's that 'up north' has different meanings depending on the southern starting point, eh?. I recall the sign along I-75 near Gaylord indicating the 45th parallel knowing we were already half way to the North Pole.
Hi @DrVenture Thanks for that video. I'm so very happy to have lived during the 60's - 80's in particular for such a diverse period of rock oriented music; be it Allman Bros. or progressive rock (U.S./England) or Chicago Transit Authority or Motown…
Bob noted several years ago (2018 ?) about the end of the music journey on stage, touring, etc.
He has a concert(s) scheduled Oct. 2, 2025 at Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL. There are other places, including the UK; but I've not did any deep d…
AH, Mr. Seger. Another great story teller and with the beat to fit the song. I'm proud to state that I have their 1st studio album parked upon a shelf at the house (played about 20 times). Titled Ramblin' Gamblin' Man. The group was named at the tim…
For we older folks, eh?
These two always offered sanity.
MacNeil/Lehrer Report
I/we are pleased we were able to witness so many wonderful journalists in print and tv formats. And YES to Mark Shields, too.
@hank The below is a different '25 of the best'.........
Several online articles and lists discuss some of the most notable journalism and literature pieces that have appeared in Playboy Magazine. While it's difficult to definitively compile a list…
Playboy...late 60's and early 70's had very good, serious interviews with prominent folks of the period. A very large thread topic drift has taken place, eh? I'll refrain from more here.
@Sven . Generally speaking, I agree. A bit different in Texas.
Texas's Rainy Day Fund, officially the Economic Stabilization Fund (ESF), is projected to reach a record $28.5 billion by the end of the 2026-27 biennium. This represents the fund hittin…
And I saw a verbal report yesterday (can't recall where) that regardless of what the government wants; oil companies, like any business are not going to drill with 'a no profit' scenario. 'He' thinks production should increase without regard to the …
Hi @DrVenture and @Old_Joe Typing and the way back days for me. One class I chose in my sophomore year in HS was typing. I don't recall the motivation....meet more girls from my school ??? :) The class size was about 20 and I was the only male.
No…
From numerous news sources in mid-May. Some of are aware of this at the time. I'd have to check too (the below); but that doesn't qualify me for the position.
---The newly sworn-in head of the Social Security Administration told agency staff this …
Hi @larryB
This link I found as part of yogibearbull post (Budget Highlights for Taxes - CNBC) at 'Other Investing'. I suppose we won't know the finalized 'real stuff' until the tax code writers are finished with the language and numbers.
The emai…
Thank you @yogibearbull I don't think there is enough water in the list of items to be able to put out the future fires from other sections of the legislation.
Hi @bee The below are results for an ACA impact search relative to HR-1. I will presume that the information is accurate. Hopefully, there is some information of value for you.
NOTE: implementation dates are not part of this information.
Regards,…
Hi @AndyJ Thank you. I entered the link (Wiki) again for the original post that explained what you wrote. The original link had a 'Whoops' upon clicking.
Hi @a2z , @Old_Joe , @Mark , @Anna , @AndyJ
I'll note here that while HR-1 is fully distasteful for reasons already discussed and that there are numerous other nefarious areas for discussion; the noted areas below for ICE and DHS are the real fright…
A side note before the main item below. Another tweak in the House Bill eliminated the annual $250 allowed by teachers to deduct from their taxes, when buying school supplies for their classroom. The Senate version increased the deduction to $500.
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Thank you, OJ. My understanding is that this is a cost saving consideration to reduce the electrical bill and eliminate maintenance contracts.
I won't express my true feelings at this time, in this public forum.
Thank you @Observant1 We receive her newsletter here, too.
ADD: As of 9AM, July 1; 45 amendments have been brought to a floor vote. While I don't have a count at this time, the vast majority have been DEM. This been voted 'DOWN', but have placed …
My notes: Mr. Carnegie likely had some skeletons in his closet from his days of building an industrial empire, but understood the power of knowledge for all. Sixty-one of his libraries were built in Michigan between 1901-1918. Twenty remain as activ…
Thank you @larryB for the update. Too many items to keep track of, eh? I'm adding the below for more reference, for whomever may have interest.
Reports suggest that the passage of H.R. 1, the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," may impact funding for t…
Hi @larryB The busy beavers of 'no rule of law, except us' have been busy for several years. Project 2025 There are various sites with the link to other views (ACLU, etc.).
A long overview below, much that reads, sounds and are taking place NOW, e…
About the 'totaled' status of vehicles noted earlier.
--- In Michigan, a rebuilt salvage title signifies a vehicle that was previously declared a total loss (salvage title) due to significant damage like a crash, fire, or flood, but has since been…
