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1905 L-R
Langdon,
Joseph Langdon
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Langdon, said to be the last survivor of the company
of the calvary which captured Jefferson Davis, died
recently at
Spirit of Democracy,
(Murder, Suicide or
Accidental Shooting Noble Co. Leader)
William Leisure, aged about forty years, married and the
father of three children, met with a mysterious death at his home four miles
from Summerfield, between the hours of 9:00 o clock a.m. and
The members of the family had gone to church, leaving the
husband and father at home.  The alarm was given and a number of former friends quickly
gathered at the Leisure home but none were able to discover the source of the
shooting. No weapon of any description was to be found about the premises which allays all suspicion of suicide. Then their
remains but two other causes either the accidental discharge of a revolver or
rifle in the hands of some caller at the home, who has since concealed his
identity, or a willful murder committed by some lurking murderer on the outside
of the house in which the victim was comfortably seated in his favorite chair.
A physician was quickly summoned and all that was possible
done to revive him sufficiently to gain from him a statement as to the
shooting, but all was in vain, and the victim died at 8:20 o clock the
following evening, carrying with him the secret, if any he had, to the grave.
Every effort that is possible is being made to ascertain the cause of the
shooting.
The deceased was a highly esteemed farmer, well known
throughout
Spirit of Democracy,
Harry Lemon, aged 28 years, of
Deceased was a brother of Charles Lemon of this place.
Spirit of Democracy,
If it be the Lord s will to call
me home, I am prepared to go. At these words, the beautiful spirit of Mrs.
Nancy Lindemood passed away. Her death occurred on
the morning of April first, at the old homestead at
Mrs. Lindemood was a member of
the Methodist Episcopal church, and possessed a
remarkable Christian character.
She was the confident and counselor of her nine children,
all of whom survive her, and who held her in highest esteem.
The funeral services were held in the M.E. church at this
place on Monday at
Linegar, Charles Linegar 2nd obit
Strickling, Selba Strickling 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
A double drowning took place here Monday evening, June 5.
The unfortunate victims of the sad accident were Selba
Strickling, 10 year old son of Joseph Strickling, and Charles Linegar
the seven-year-old boy of George Linegar. The two
boys, together with two of their playmates were bathing in the creek a short
distance from town and it is supposed they ventured too far into the deep water
and drowned. Neither of the two boys could swim.
The funerals of both boys
were held Wednesday at the same time from the M.E. church. Interment
in the Clarington cemetery.
Linegar, Charles Linegar
Strickling, Charles Strickling
Spirit of Democracy,
The Bellaire Independent of June 6,
says: Charles Strickling, aged 11 years, son of
Joseph Strickling, a drayman, and Charles Linegar, aged 8 years, son of George Linegar,
a plasterer, were drowned in Sunfish Creek, near Clarington, Monday evening
about
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas O. Little, aged 68 years, died at his home on
Mr. Little was well known all over
He was married to Miss Mahala Ullom
In 1861 when brave and true men were needed to protect and
save our country from the hands of the rebels, Mr. Little enlisted in Company
I, Second West Virginia calvary and served four
years. He passed through many hardships and suffered many privations in order
that the
The funeral services took place Monday afternoon at
Littleton, Elizabeth Littleton
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Elizabeth Littleton who died at Benwood Monday were brought down on the early train
Wednesday and taken from the train direct to the Case burying ground where
interment took place.
[d. July
24, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Loffland
died Monday night.
The remains were taken to
Spirit of Democracy,
The Angel of Death has invaded our community and entered
the home of Henry and Mary Lohri and claimed for its
victim their beloved son August, who departed this life January 12. Deceased was 25 years, 2 months and 3 days old. He was a model young man whose morals were of the finest type;
always had a kind word and cheering smile whenever he met you. He was followed
by a large concourse of friends and relatives to the German Luthern
church on Trail Run of which church he was a member.
He leaves to mourn his loss father and mother, five
brothers, besides many other friends and relatives.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Schweickhardt whose heart is every ready to blend with the
sorrowing.  The sermon was listened to with great interest,
while every throbbing heart was moved with sympathy for the dear departed one.
Some time before death came, Gus, as he was usually called, said to his father:
Father, you are going to lose your son, but said he, I am willing to go. Oh,
how much that means when uttered by the dying Christian. It means willing to
take God at his promise: willing to leave home and friends and launch out in
the great beyond; willing to lay down the cross and take up the crown; willing
to give the body to the tomb there to await the resurrection morn, when the
Archangel Gabriel shall stand with one foot on the land and the other on the
sea and proclaim: Time is time was, but time shall be no longer. Then with
the long and last loud blast of the trumphet all the
dead of all nations shall come forth, both small and great and shall be judged
according to their deeds.  [d. January 12, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
Death has visited our vicinity and took away the little 18
months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Coral Long.

Spirit of Democracy,
A.A. Longdon, aged 26 years, who
resides near Woodsfield, died at the Woodsfield hospital Monday. He had been
operated on for appendicitis.
[d. June
12, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
Isaac Lowe, aged 74 years, of Edwina died Thursday [d.
He leaves a wife and four children.
He served his country faithfully during the late war. His
remains were interred in the Conner cemetery, services being conducted by Gen.
W. P. Richardson, G.A.R. Post of Woodsfield, of which the deceased belonged.
Mr. Lowe was a member of Company C, 92d O.V.I.
Rev. E. M. Hughgard of the M.E.
church was the pastor in charge.
Spirit of Democracy,
Elias Lowther was born
He was married to Louisa Winland
Mr. Lowther obeyed the gospel
quite a few years ago and while he had many___ and pleasures he was faithful to
his plighted faith.
He was a soldier in the civil war having enlisted in 18__
in Company B, 26th O.V.I. he was honorably discharged in 18__ having
served over three years.
The children were all present at the funeral. He leaves a
wife, eight children, one brother and one sister and many friends and neighbors
and a few comrades whose ranks are growing less year by year.
The funeral took place Friday and was conducted by Rev.
D.W. Harkins and W.P. Richardson GAR of which Post deceased was a worthy
member. Interment was in the Steed cemetery.
Card of Thanks Mrs. Louisa Lowther
and children thank their friends for the kindness shown them during the
sickness and death of their husband and father.
Spirit of Democracy,
The funeral services of James Maffett
were held from his mother s home on
Rev. J. W. Darby, pastor of the
The
The pall bearers were: Frank Culp, John Sanor,
Howard McShane, Sam Allen, Charley Hommel and Thomas Daniels.
Spirit of Democracy,
The Post of Washington City gives the following account of
the death of John S. Manning, formerly a citizen of Woodsfield. The Post says:
John S. Manning, for the past thirty-six years, a clerk in
the office of the Auditor for the Postoffice
Department, died last Thursday night at his home,
Mr. Manning was born in Woodsfield,
At the close of the war Mr. Manning returned to
In 1880 he married Miss Powers, of
Mr. Manning leaves only one child, Miss Helen P. Manning.
[date
of death-September 7, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Bertha Marling, aged 20 years, who
resided in Woodsfield, died August 28, 1905, from consumption. Her
remains were laid to rest in the Woodsfield cemetery.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Tillie Marling, aged 39 years, died Tuesday and was
buried Thursday in the Woodsfield cemetery.
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Theo A. Hafele of the Lutheran church of which church Mrs. Marling
was a member.
A husband and eight children are left. [d.
February 14, 1905]
Marple, Charles Marple 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
The dark angel of death has visited our home and took from
us our beloved husband and father. Charles Marple was
born in
In November, 1880, he moved with his parents to
He was united in marriage to Mary C. Groff
In 1900, he with his family moved to Woodsfield where he
resided until the time of his death. He leaves to mourn, a wife and three
children, an aged mother, one brother and one sister, besides many relatives
and friends.
The bereaved have the sympathy of the entire community and
hope that they may find comfort and consolation in their sorrowing moments and
hope dear husband and father is at rest and that as he is done with toil and
suffering on this earth he has gone to meet his blessed Saviour.
In 1881 he united with the M. P.
Spirit of Democracy,
Charles Marple, aged about 46
years, died Tuesday evening.
A wife and three children are left.
Deceased had been a sufferer from asthma for many years.
[d. October 31, 1905]
Martin, Mary
Martin nee Conger
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Mary Martin, aged 40 years, wife of Isaac Martin died
at the county infirmary
She was a member of the Christian church.
Her maiden name was Conger. She leaves a husband, one son
and three daughters.
Spirit of Democracy,
The death angel silently visited our community and has
taken from our midst our beloved father, Mr. John J. Marty, Sunday morning,
In 1847 he was united in matrimony to Miss Anna Barbara
Yost. To this union were born seven children, of whom five survive him.
In 1854 he emigrated from
He leaves to mourn a widow, two sons, three daughters,
twenty seven grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and a large circle of
friends.
He was a consistent member of the German Luthern church at
The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Juergens. He heard the call of his master and was ready to
go. May he rest in peace.
One precious soul from us is gone
The voice
we loved so well;
One place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled. H.
E. M.
Spirit of Democracy,
John J. Marty, a prominent citizen of Morton, died Saturday
evening, November 25. The cause of his death was infirmities of old age.
Spirit of democracy,
A dispatch from Bellaire to the Pittsburg Post dated June
25th says:
Robert Mason, who died in the
Mason was an ex-confederate soldier, born in
Maury, Henry Maury 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
The many friends of Hon. Henry Maury were pained to learn
of his death which occurred about
The deceased was about 58 years of age and had been ill
four weeks with typhoid fever. It has been within the last few days that his
condition became serious and his death was caused by heart failure.
Mr. Maurey had been quite
prominent in political circles, having served one term in the Ohio Legislature
from
Mr. Maurey was esteemed and
respected by all who knew him and his untimely death has cast a pall over the
community.
He is survived by his wife, two sons and one daughter and a
number of brothers and sisters who have the sympathy of many friends in their
great loss.
The funeral was held Tuesday. Rev. Austin Wilson conducted
the services; interment in family lot in Clarington cemetery. [d. July 2, 1905]
Maury, Henry Maury 3rd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Henry Maury, who, on the second day of July, 1905, died in
He was married to Elizabeth Monahan some nineteen years ago
and she with three children survive him. Their names,
in the order of birth are: Maime, Grover and John.
Mr. Maury was very ambitious for his children, hoping to be
able to educate them thoroughly and thus fit them for future usefulness. Few
men appreciated the value of a good education more than he,
and he earnestly
______lessons
of morality by precept and example.
He was twice elected to the lower house of the General Assembly of the state,
and his record was one of which no man need to have been ashamed. He was deputy
auditor of the county for a term or two.  And was a warm advocate of the present system of the public
schools. Although he had been a resident of Clarington, but a short time, yet,
he was at the time of his death, president of the school board and a member of
the council of the town. In whatsoever position of trust he was placed he
filled his fellow citizens had every confidence in his integrity, up rightness
and ability in the performance of his work. During the late campaign in this
village against the saloon he was foremost in the fray and his voice gave forth
no uncertain sound.
Mr. Maury was a member of the Salem Christian church,
having united with that communion some five years ago. No one
that knew him but had confidence in his Christian integrity, and his large
charity for those of every faith. It was supposed that he had many years
to live, but suddenly the messenger came and he was not, for God had taken him.
The wife has long the strong arm on which she leaned and the strong arm on
which she leaned and the children one whose guidance and counsel cannot be
replaced.
He has fought his last fight,
He has gained his last battle;
No sound shall awake him to glory again.
Spirit of Democracy,
Our Clarington correspondent gives an account of the death
of Hon. Henry Maury which occurred at Clarington Sunday night. Mr. Maury was
about fifty-eight years of age and was one of the best citizens in
He represented the people of
His wife and children have the sympathy of scores of
friends. May he rest in peace and may his fair name be long remembered and his
unsullied character imitated by everyone. [d. July 2,
1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Miss
Lola May who died at Pittsburg Tuesday were brought here on the noon train
Thursday and removed to the Evangelical church where services were held, after
which they were interred in the family lot, Clarington cemetery. Rev. Long of
New Martinsville conducted the services. [d. July 25,
1905]
McCaslin, Forrest Lester McCaslin
4th obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest Lester McCaslin was born
The subject of this short sketch was the youngest son of
Andrew F. and Margaret McCaslin of Altitude,
He clerked for a short time in a drug store in Woodsfield,
and for several weeks in the Clarington drug store. Later he was employed in
the drug business in
At the early age of 14 years he united with
the Presbyterian church at
He leaves a father, mother,
one brother and one sister, a large circle of relatives and a host of friends
to mourn his early departure.
Though cast down, we re not
forsaken,
Though afflicted not alone;
Though dids t give and Thou has
taken,
Blessed Lord, Thy will be
done. R. F. McCaslin
McCaslin, Forrest McCaslin
2nd Obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest McCaslin of near
McCaslin, Forrest McCaslin
3rd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest McCaslin, whom we
reported last week as being seriously ill, died Tuesday, January 24, and was
laid to rest Thursday in the Presbyterian cemetery at
Just four weeks before his death he came home sick from
Wellsville where he had been employed in a drug store. He gradually grew worse
until the messenger of death came. He was an upright, ambitious and highly
respected young man, and will be sadly missed in his home, among his relatives,
and by the host of friends which he had.
McCaslin, Forrest McCaslin 4th
Obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest Lester McCaslin was born
He was the youngest child of
Mr. and Mrs. A. F. McCaslin.
He leaves a father, mother,
one sister and a brother to mourn his early departure, besides a host of
relatives and friends. Early in life he attended Scio college
and graduated in the department of pharmacy with honor to himself and the
faculty. Some time after this he passed the examination of the West Virginia
State Board of Pharmacy at
Spirit of Democracy,
Forrest McCaslin, aged 23 years,
died at his home near Altitude Monday night from typhoid fever. Mr. McCaslin is well known in Woodsfield, having clerked in the
Woodsfield Drug Store for several months. He had recently been employed at
Clarington as a drug clerk. Mr. McCaslin was a young
man of unquestionable character and had fitted himself for the very responsible
position of druggist. He enjoyed the respect of a large circle of relatives and
acquaintances all of whom were shocked to learn of his death. The sympathy of
his many friends in Woodsfield go out to his grief
stricken parents. May he rest in peace. [d. January16,
1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
James McCaslin, died near
Aged 73
years, 8 months and 6 days. He was
the son of Thomas and Isabel McCaslin and had been a
citizen of this county for a period of more than 65 years and a resident of the
vicinity of
He was united in marriage in 1858 to Miss Mary E. Miller
who survives him with seven of the nine children born in the home. They are
Andrew, Gantz, Irvin, Belle, Ella, Myrta and Frank.
As a citizen he was highly esteemed and his neighbors and
his correct Christian conduct was such as to commend him to all those who had
dealings with him.
As a member of the Brownsville United Presbyterian church
his walk was such as to magnify the religion of Christ. The family has lost an
affectionate husband and father; the community one of her most worthy citizens,
and the church a loyal, consistant member.
His body was followed to its last resting place in the
Brownsville U.P. cemetery by a large concourse of friends and acquaintances. W.R.T
Spirit of Democracy,
Once more the grim messenger of death has visited our
community and claimed for its victim one of our noble young women, Miss Ida L.
McCollum.
The subject of this sketch was born
She was a devout member of the Christian church and always
endeavored to obey her Master s calls. Although her sufferings were intense,
not a murmur escaped her lips. She waited death with the blessed assurance that
there is one that doeth all things well. The remains were followed by a large
concourse of friends and relatives to the Hines cemetery where they were laid
to rest to await the coming of the Lord who will say: Well done thou good and
faithful servant, enter now into the joys of thy Lord. M.M.K.
Spirit of Democracy,
On Friday December 7th ,
at
Deceased was about 30 years of age and is survived by a
widow and one child.
The funeral took place Sunday forenoon at
Interment in the Grandview cemetery.
McFrederick, Mrs. Evan McFrederick nee Pryor
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Evan McFrederick, aged 58
years, of
Deceased was a member of the Christian church and was a
Christian lady respected by all who knew her.
She leaves a husband and eight children.
Spirit of Democracy,
Sarah J. McIntire, aged 45 years, wife of David H. McIntire
of Oak, died
Mrs. McIntire was a
consistent member of the Presbyterian church.
She leaves a husband and
three children.
McIntire, Sarah McIntire 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Sarah McIntire, wife of D. H. McIntire, aged 45 years,
died at this place October 30.
She leaves to mourn her death a husband and three children,
one boy and two girls and an aged father, three sisters and two brothers.
The funeral was conducted by Rev. A. Wilson of Clarington.
Interment
at Chapel Hill cemetery Wednesday.
The bereaved family has the sympathy of many friends.
Spirit of Democracy,
George S. McPeak of Batesville became so frightened at the
storm Monday of last week and dropped dead from heart failure. He was 45 years
of age. [d. April
10, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
The police are investigating the matter.
Spirit of Democracy,
Adam Messner was born at
He came to
At the age of 13 he was taken
into the Luthern church, to which faith he adhered
until his death. As a citizen, neighbor and friend, he had traits of character
worthy of emulation and which was admired by all who knew him. Truthful,
honest, industrious, and always ready to aid the worthy poor, he will certainly
be missed by the community in which he lived so long. Being blessed with good
health, the deceased led a busy life until about six years previous to his
death, when the hand of affliction was lain upon him, the closing four years of
which he most generally confined himself to his bedroom suffering often
indescribable pain through all of which he passed without murmuring or
complaint patiently awaiting the end, for which he confidently looked forward
as a transition from his suffering and pain to a happy home beyond the grave.
Often during his affliction he longed to go home. He spoke often of his
willingness and readiness to meet the solemn ordeal of death. His memory,
intellect and general mental powers, were unusually unimpaired to the last, and
considering his great affliction and long confinement it showed great mental
soundness and force.
The end of his long life was a peaceful sleep, impressing
all who witnessed the dissolution, that his prayers had been heard and tenderly
answered and that he had been numbered with the blessed.
Asleep in Jesus, blessed sleep,
From which none ever wake to weep;
A calm and undisturbed repose,
Unbroken by the dread of fees.
He was interred in the
Spirit of Democracy,
Sunday night, June 25, occurred the death of Mr. Conrad Metz, an aged German
settler of this place. Interment in Luthern
cemetery at Harrietsville.
Milbough, John Milbough 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Again the grim angel of death has entered the home of Mr.
and Mrs. Charles Milbough and claimed for its victim
their bright and interesting little son John, aged two years, ten months and
six days.
John, darling, you have left us,
Left us, yes, for evermore;
How we bear the pain and sorrow,
God alone does only know.
.
Heaven now has got our treasure,
Earth the lonely casket keeps;
But the sunshine will always linger
Where our darling John sleeps. M.R.
Spirit of Democracy,
John Milbough, aged three years,
son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Milbaugh of
Funeral services were held Friday, conducting by Rev. Theo
A. Hafele.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Lizzie Miller, aged 31 years, wife of William Miller
of
Deceased was a sister of Mr. Charles Haren
of Woodsfield and will be kindly remembered by many of our citizens.
She leaves a husband and two children.
Spirit of Democracy,
Thomas W. Mills, one of the leading citizens of Noble county died from paralysis Thursday. [d.
June 15, 1905]
Mittendorf, Mrs. Henry Mittendorf
nee Wheeler
Spirit of Democracy,
A terrible tragedy occurred near this place Wednesday
evening, March 15th about
She was about thirty years of age, and no cause is given
for the deed. She had been to the barn aiding her husband to perform some duty,
and on her return to the house the rash act was committed. When her husband
returned to the house she flung the bottle of poison at him and exclaimed.
I have got all I want; here
is enough for you!
No children are left. The funeral took place Friday;
interment in the cemetery at the German Evangelical church at
Mittendorf, Mrs. Henry Mittendorf
Spirit of Democracy,
Our Benwood correspondent gives
an account of the suicide of Mrs. Henry Mittendorf of
near that place March 15.
Mrs. Mittendorf had been at the
barn assisting her husband perform some work and upon returning to the house
drank a quantity of styrchnine and died in a short
time.
No cause is given for the unholy act.
Coroner Muhleman held an inquest
and found that death came by poison voluntarily drank.
Spirit of Democracy,
Archibald H. Mobley was born
He served faithfully his country s interests in the civil
war for a period of three years, enlisting in Company A,
116th regiment, O.V.I.
He was a faithful and efficient Charter member of
Beallsville Lodge No. 527, Knights of Pythias, being
an honored Past Chancellor Commander of said lodge.
His Christian sympathies were always with the M.E. church,
of which he was a member at the time of his death.
His wife, one son, three daughters, one
brother and one sister, sincerely mourn his departure. After a brief
service at the house, impressive public services were conducted at the church
in the presence of a large concourse of friends, who met to pay this last
tribute of respect to one whom they loved.
The simple and impressive burial service of the K.of P. Lodge was observed at the grave by his brother
Knights, who laid him to rest there to await the resurrection of the just.
Card of Thanks We desire in this
way to express our heartfelt thanks to the members of the K.of
P. Lodge and to all our kind friends who helped us so efficiently during the
illness and death of our beloved husband and father. MRS. A. H. MOBLEY AND FAMILY
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Albert Molbrough
who died about three weeks ago in
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. W.E.Moore
was taken to
Spirit of Democracy,
E.C. Morris of Bellaire, known as Uncle Zeke, died last
week at the age of 77 years. He was proprietor of the Globe hotel for many
years and was well known to the traveling public.
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Elizabeth Morris, aged 27 years, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Norman Morris of Armstrong Mills, died Wednesday of last week. The remains
were brought to Woodsfield Friday and interred in the Woodsfield cemetery.
Elder J.A. Hines conducted the service. Deceased had been an invalid for about
five years. [d. May 10, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
Aged Editor Burned To Death
Mr. Morris was one of the oldest, if not the oldest active
newspaper man in the state.
Spirit of Democracy,
It becomes our sad and painful duty to record the death of
our beloved sister in Christ, Miss Mary Elizabeth Morris, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Norman Morris who reside near Captina Station,
Sister Morris had been afflicted for several years, and
during the last three years had been confined to her bed, but during all her
sickness, she has patiently, and without a murmur or complaint, borne her
affliction until
She leaves a father, mother, one sister and four brothers:
Cornelius N. Morris, Mrs. Sarah J. Morris, Miss Sarah J. Morris, Adelbert Otis, Melville M.,
Charles B., and James W. Morris.
Funeral services were conducted by Elder Joseph A. Hines of
the
You can not see her happy face
You can not hear her call
For she has gone to that better land
And there awaits you all.
Spirit of Democracy,
On Tuesday occurred the death of William Morris. [d. January17, 1905] Interment Wednesday in the Beallsville
cemetery.
Spirit of Democracy,
David Mummy of Summerfield was found dead in his barn
Sunday of last week. He was harnessing his horse and was stricken dead.
[d.
September 24, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Julia F. Munson of
She was on her way to attend an all day meeting of the
Ladies Aid Society of which she had been president for the last ten years.
She began to feel ill and started for a physicians
office, but died before she reached the place. [d. September
7, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Will Neiman was buried
Saturday afternoon.
Neiswonger,
Charles Henry Neiswonger 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Charles Henry Neiswonger died at his home near Swazy Sunday, February 5 after a short illness. He was aged
4 years, 6 months and 15 days.
His funeral took place at Swazey
cemetery Monday, February 6.
Charles Henry was loved by all who knew him for he was kind
and always ready to divide whatever he possessed with his playmates. Our hopes
are shattered; he is dead. It is true yet it seems like a dream, for but a few
days ago he was an only son and naturally his parent s love centered in the
brightest hopes of the future for their dear boy.
May God comfort the grief stricken father and the
heart-broken mother in their darkest days of their life.
The Lord s will be done and when life is over may we be with our friends in
heaven, is our prayer.
Spirit of Democracy,
Henry Neiswonger, aged 4 years, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fearing
Neiswonger of Ethel died Sunday from diphtheria. The funeral took place Monday;
interment in Swazey cemetery. [d.
February 5, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
It is with sorrow, we note the death of Helen, the little
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Nelson of
Interment was made at Greenlawn
cemetery. Little Helen was almost 18 months old. Walking and just learning to prattle familiar words.
Her presence will be sorely missed in the household where she was the
joy and sunshine.
The parents in their bereavement have the sympathy of many
friends who would, if it were possible, place a flower in their path; a star
in their night of grief.
Spirit of Democracy,
Philip Neuhart, aged about 62 years, of Woodsfield, died
Tuesday morning. [d.
August 29, 1905]
The remains were laid to rest in the Woodsfield cemetery
Wednesday.
Norris, Aquilla Norris 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Word was received here Tuesday of last week which noted the
death of Aquilla Norris, who was a former resident of
this place.
We extend our sympathy to the bereaved family.
[Mr. Norris died
Norris, Aquilla Norris
Spirit of Democracy,
Aquilla Norris, well known in
Woodsfield and Center township died Tuesday. His
remains were interred in the Moffett cemetery.
[d. October
24, 1905]
Norris, Harry Okey Norris
Spirit of Democracy,
Little Harry Okey Norris, only
child of Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Norris of near New Castle, Ohio, who was born
January 28, 1905 and died Wednesday August 23, 1905, after a short illness.
Death is a solemn thing and that which often takes our nearest and dearest
friends. It comes to the young as well as to the old. Little Harry was the pet
and pride of his parents and the light and joy of the home. His little face and
pleasant smile will be missed more than we can tell.
After short services at the house, held on Thursday
afternoon at three o clock, the remains were taken to Otts
church, after which the little white casket containing all that was mortal of
little Harry Norris was borne to the cemetery by four little girls dressed in
white where it was tenderly laid to rest. The floral tributes were many and
beautiful. The bereaved ones know whom they have believed, and trusting in the
promises they are pressing toward a meeting which shall know no parting and a
joy which will forever remain unclouded.
Darling Harry, oh how we miss you,
More, yes more, than we can tell;
But we know you ve gone to Jesus
There forever more to dwell.
.
And when we re called to join you,
In that land where all is love
Then Dear Harry, there ll be no parting
In that beautiful home above. A. V. M.
Norris, Jane
Norris nee Jackson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Jane Norris, nee
She was born
She was united in marriage to Edward Norris
In her youth she became a member of the M.E. church, in
which she remained a member until her death. Her remains were taken to
Fletcher s chapel where a large concourse of old friends and neighbors had
assembled to pay the last sad rite. Rev. A. D. Holden preached a funeral
discourse, after which her body was laid to rest in the cemetery.

The words of the poet remind us that
No parting words shall e er
be spoken
In
yonder home so fair;
But songs of joy, and peace, and gladness
We ll
sing forever there.
.
We ll never say good-by in heaven,
We ll
never say good-by;
For in that land of joy and song,
We ll
never say good-by. H. J. W.
Card of thanks We thank our
friends and neighbors for the many acts of kindness shown during the illness
and death of our mother.
H.
J. Wright and Wife
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Maggie Norris, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Norris,
died Monday morning from consumption. [d. October 9,
1905]
Norris, Ora Norris
Spirit of Democracy,
Miss Ora Norris, aged 21 years,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Norris of near Woodsfield, died from
consumption
Miss Norris was an exemplary lady and leaves many friends.
She was a sister of Mr. James L. Jeffers of Eastern Row.
The funeral took place Wednesday, interment at
Null, Mary Null nee Sivart
Spirit of Democracy,
Mary Sivart was born
She was married to P.L. Null
Sister Null died of paralysis
The funeral took place on
She gave her heart to Jesus
about forty years ago and became a member of the
A large concourse of friends
and neighbors met to pay respect to her memory. The funeral sermon was preached
in the house of worship at the Bush, by Elder D.W. Harkins of Woodsfield, after
which her body was respectfully and honorably laid to rest in the Bush cemetery
by the side of her husband to await the Lord s coming.
Dear Mother thou from us hast gone,
Peaceful and sweet may thy rest be;
To Christ obedient, we will follow on,
Till thee in glory we shall see.
The bereaved relatives have
the sympathy of all the neighbors and the prayers of the entire church in their
hours of sorrow; and may God s grace and mercy rest upon us all. H.
Spirit of Democracy,
Patrick O Hara, aged 61 years whose home is at Tidoute, Warren county, Pa., was found dead in his bed at
the Arlington hotel Saturday night, Mr. O Hara retired about half-past ten
o clock and at about half-past eleven it was discovered that he had expired.
Coroner Muhleman was sent for and
held an inquest. Heart failure was given as the cause of death.
His son Edward left with the remains Monday
Rev. Goebel held private services at the hotel.
O Neill,
William Benson O Neill
Spirit of Democracy,
William Benson O Neill, aged 65 years, died at his home at
In 1897 he moved to
Spirit of Democracy,
Freeborn Garretson Okey, aged 77
years, died at his home in
A wife and four children are left.
Okey, Margaret A. Okey
nee Watson
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Margaret A. Okey was born
Mrs. Okey was the daughter of the
late Captain James Watson.
Of her brothers and sisters, Mrs. Okey
is survived by John A. Watson, county treasurer of Meeker,
Mrs. Okey was a christian lady, a member of the
M.E.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Wuestenberg,
pastor of the Woodsfield M.E. church at the residence at
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Willaim C. Okey of
Spirit of Democracy,
Clem Paith, one of the workman at the Sheets well near Woodsfield, was instantly
killed Friday by being struck by a piece of timber from a falling rig. The
casing was being drawn from the well and Mr. Paith
was leaving the boiler house on his way to the well when the rig gave way and
started to fall. Paith started to run but ran in the
wrong direction and was caught by the falling timbers. Death was instantaneous.
Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Paith who reside near town; he was about twenty-five years
of age and unmarried.
He leaves father and mother, four sisters and one brother.
He was a member of the Presbyterian church
and enjoyed the respect of many friends.
The funeral took place Sunday, conducted by Rev. Hawk;
interment at Buchanan cemetery.
Paith, Clemence Paith 2nd obit
Spirit of Democracy,
Clemence Paith,
son of Mr. and Mrs. William Paith, east of town, was
born
Father, mother, one brother and four sisters are left.
It was so hard to give up such a dear brother as Clem. He
went to work on Monday in his usual good health and in a few hours was brought
home cold in death. While helping pull a casing from an oil well the derrick
was crushed to the ground and the broken timbers falling on him killed him
instantly. It seems so hard to give up a kind brother as Clem in the prime of
life, but it was God s will.
After death he was carried to her home by the other men
engaged in pulling casing, assisted by two cousins-Arrie Keylor and Earl Yoho-and a friend, Raymond
Adams. Clem was a dear brother loved by all who knew him. He will be sadly
missed in our home, but God hath work for him in heaven. He was a Christian boy
and prepared to go, having joined the Presbyterian church
and lived a Christian life ever since.
A precious one from us is gone,
A voice we loved is stilled
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled.
.
Call not back the dear departed
Anchored safe where storms are o er.
On the border land we left them
Soon to meet and part no more.
.
When we leave this world of change
When we leave this world of care,
We shall find our missing loved ones
In our Father s mansion fair.
Spirit of Democracy,
The subject of this sketch, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs.
William Paith, met with an untimely death while
working on the Sheets well No.1. While pulling casing the rig collapsed hitting
Mr. Paith on the head and pinning his body against
the walk, killing him instantly. Leaving home on Friday morning with a cheerful
good bye and a pleasant smile, in a few short hours the body was brought home
a mangled corpse, the soul having departed to the God who gave it. He was a
favorite in the home where he is so sadly missed.
On Clem, the father and mother leaned as the support and
comfort of their declining years. Tis sad, indeed,
for father, mother, brother and sisters, to think of one so dear to them
leaving home in the morning in the bloom of health, that they would never more
hear his gentle voice or see his smiling face. He has passed from this world of
toil and care to his celestial home above.
About one year ago he united with the Presbyterian church
of Woodsfield and has since lived an honest, truthful, industrious Christian
life. He leaves to mourn a father, mother, four sisters Alta Minnie, Adda and Mrs. Anna Willson of
He was preceded to the better world by three
brothers Homer, who died
Clem was born
Clem, rest, thy work is done,
Tired hands are folded now;
Yes, rest from pain and sorrow free,
Dear one, Heaven is sweet to thee.
.
Dear Clem, thou art missed at home
Yes, missed amongst your friends;
But thou art gone to a fairer home,
Where friendship never ends. A FRIEND
Spirit of Democracy,
Died at her home in
Mrs.
Palmer was born in
She was married to Peter Palmer in 1824. To this happy
union was born six daughters and two sons, five of whom still survive.
We were called to her home some days before her departure
from this life and while we sang for her she was so happy she said it did her
so much good. She seemed to have her share of disappointments and adversities
in this life but she bore them with grace and fortitude, never murmuring nor
complaining, willing and submissive to the will of Him who doeth all things
well. A large concourse of friends and neighbors followed her to the
Will grandmother be missed? Oh, yes. To the bereaved
friends we would say that you do not mourn as those who have no hope but to you
she has left a shining evidence that all is well and she has gone home to enjoy
the blessings laid up for the faithful. May the same wooing
spirit that supported grandmother through the valley and shadow of death lead
us on till we too may reach the portals of eternal bliss. D.W.E.
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Paris was born in
He was married to Mrs. Adaline
Phillips in the year 1860.
He died
During all his active life Uncle Jo (as we always called
him) occupied a leading place in the community. He was a man of mature judgement and was looked to by his neighbors as a wise
counselor and true friend, being an honest, upright and truthful neighbor and
citizen.
In politics he was an ardent Democrat, believing in the
principles of that party.
He leaves a wife, two children, one sister and a host of
relatives and friends to mourn the loss of one who in
life could not say No to his fellow man when asked for a favor. The writer
extends sympathy to the bereaved family. C.
H. W.
Spirit of Democracy,
W. N. Parton, a shooter for the Producers Torpedo company of
Spirit of Democracy,
Joseph Patterson died at his home in
Mr. Patterson was a cousin of Miss Mollie Hashman of this place.
[d
Patton, Isadore E. Patton
nee Hollister
Spirit of Democracy,
From the Des Moines
Capital August 22, 1905
Mrs. Isadore E. Patton, wife of
Capt. J.N. Patton and mother of Dr. J. H. Patton, died at the family home,
Mrs. Patton was born in Woodsfield,
The marriage of J.N. Patton and Miss Hollister occurred at
Mr. and Mrs. Patton moved to
The surviving relatives in
Mrs. Patton was a cousin of Mr. M.C. and Miss Ida Smith of
Spirit of Democracy,
Mr. John Distler of
[Distler, John G. Distler d.
[Pearson, A.J. Pearson d.
Spirit of Democracy,
These were the words that passed from citizen to citizen early
Monday morning. Mr. Pearson had been ailing for a couple of weeks but was not
considered in great danger except by his family and physician. His death
resulted from typhoid lagrippe with complications.
Albert J. Pearson was born at
After being admitted to the Bar he opened an office and
readily gained a lucrative practice. He was elected Prosecuting Attorney of the
county for three consecutive terms, to the state Senate for two terms, from the
18th and 19th District; two terms as Probate Judge of
The death of Hon. A.J. Pearson removes from among us one of
the ablest lawyers of
Since the death of his wife his daughter Eloise has made
his home pleasant by her devotion. She faithfully nursed him in his last
illness, assisted from Saturday evening until his death by her brother Frank.
The funeral services took place Wednesday afternoon and
were conducted by Rev. Dr. R.C. Wuestenberg, pastor
of the Methodist church, and the Masons of which Order he was a devoted member.
The Grand Army of the Republic lead the procession followed by the
The writer who has been a personal
friend of Mr. Pearson for the past thirty-nine years, sincerely sympathizes
with the family and relatives of the deceased. May he rest in peace and may his
soul enjoy the blessings of never ending blissful eternity.

If I should die tonight,
My friends would call to mind, with loving thought,
Some kindly deed the icy hands had wrought;
Some gentle word the frozen lips had said;
Errands on which the willing feet had sped;
The memory of my selfishness and pride,
My hasty words, would all be put
aside;
And so I should be loved and mourned to-night.
.
If I should die tonight,
Even hearts estranged would turn once more to me,
Recalling other days remorsefully;
The eyes that chill me as of yore, perchance,
And soften in the old, familiar way,
For who could war with dumb unconscious clay?
So I might rest, forgiven of all tonight.
.
Oh friends, I pray tonight,
Keep not your kisses for my dead, cold brow;
The way is lonely, let me feel them now.
Thank gently of me: I am travel worn;
My faltering feet are pierced with many a thorn,
Forgive, oh hearts estranged, forgive, I plead!
When dreamless rest is mine, I shall not need,
The tenderness for which I long to-night. UNKNOWN
Pearson, Charles A. L. Pearson
Spirit of Demcracy,
Charles A. L. Pearson of
Charles A.L. Pearson, Third Assistant Examiner of Patents,
died late Wednesday night at
The funeral will take place at
Deceased, who was well known in
Charles Pearson was born in 1870 in Woodsfield,
On
Deceased possessed marked musical talent, and was for
several years a student under Dr. Bischoff, who on several occasions advised
his pupil to enter upon a more comprehensive course of study in
He is survived by a wife and two sons Charles, aged seven
and Joy, aged four.
Mr. Pearson will be remembered by many citizens of
Woodsfield where he grew to manhood. He possessed a good Christian character
and was universally respected. He leaves several relatives at this place.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. J.H. Perry of
She leaves a husband and three children.
The remains were taken to
Spirit of Democracy,
David Phillips, aged 11 years was run over by a freight
train at Martins Ferry and instantly killed. Seven cars passed over the child s
body.
Spirit of Democracy,
Peter Phillips an estimable gentleman living north of
Interment Thursday.
Philpot,
Emma Philpot nee Harlan
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Emma Philpot, wife of William Philpot of Summerfield,
died from cancer of the stomach Wednesday night of last week.
Mrs. Philpot will be remembered as Miss Emma Harlan formerly
of this place. [d
Spirit of Democracy,
The remains of Mrs. Hannah Pierce, an aged lady of Saltpetre, were buried in the
The funeral was conducted by L. Gentile of Paw Paw.
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. Father Pilcher of
Rev. Father Goebel attended
the funeral Wednesday.
Spirit of Democracy,
Rev. Nicholas E. Pilger, who was pastor
of the Catholic church at
He came as a child with his
parents to
He attended
He was a sufferer for many years from organic heart
trouble. During the past two years he was entirely incapacitated for work.
He leaves three relatives, nephews; Michael, Edward and
Charles Pilger, of
The funeral took place on Wednesday morning. Bishop Hartley
and seventy-five priests were present. Rev. T. J. O Reilly preached the sermon.
The funeral was one of the
largest ever seen in
Spirit of Democracy,
George W. Poulton, son of William
Poulton of Temperanceville,
was killed by the cars in
He was employed by the
His remains were brought to Temperanceville
where they will be interred.
Deceased was a nephew of Oswald and M. B. Poulton of Woodsfield who attended the funeral services.
Spirit of Democracy,
On last Monday evening occurred the death of Miss Emma M. Rapking at the home of her mother, Mrs. Caroline Rapking of
She united with the St. John German M.E. Church of Goodwin,
Ohio, several years ago and remained a true Christian as long as she lived,
obeying the precept: Be thou faithful until the death, and I will give thee a
crown of life. Rev. 2:10.
She had been ailing for some time, but it was not until
very recently that she began growing weaker and gave up all hopes of recovery.
A few days prior to her death she said: Jesus is with me, and I shall soon
meet Clara on the other shore. I am prepared. She had reference to dear
friend, Miss Clara Tisher, who died some three years
ago. Emma was conscious until the last moment. A few minutes before she
departed, she called those who were present to her bedside and bidding them
good-bye she told them not to weep. Her last words were: Do not weep for I am
with Jesus now.
She was highly respected and loved by all who knew her, and
we feel sad to part with one so dear to us, but God who hath called so many of
our dear friends to the other shore, gives us the sweet promise that if we be
faithful unto death, we shall meet again with our loved ones in that land where
all is joy and parting is no more.
Her remains were laid to rest by the side of her friend
Clara s grave in the cemetery by the church, Wednesday forenoon. A large number
of relatives and friends were present at the burial.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. Rudin
of
The deceased leaves a mother, seven sisters and two
brothers and a large circle of relatives and friends.
Her father and a little brother preceded her to the grave
many years ago. [d.
March 20, 1905] A
FRIEND
Spirit of Democracy,
Death has once more visited our community and reached forth
his icy finger and claimed for its victim the spirit of William, son of John B.
and Katie Reed,
William Reed was born
His father and two sisters
and a brother preceded him to their eternal home some time ago.
During his illness he gave
his heart to God and was baptized and received into the church by his pastor,
Rev. Neely, and gave full evidence of his readiness to meet his Savior and
trusting God until the last. We know he has escaped from a world of toil and
care, and shall find him among the angels where no parting tears will be shed
and the light of eternal glory ever shines upon our heads.
The funeral services were
conducted at the Swazey M.E. church by Rev. J. L.
Neely who never fails to give words of comfort and consultation to sorrowing
friends as well as a kindly warrior to the living to be prepared when the
messenger of death comes. Rev. Neely chose for a text the 8th
chapter and 14th verse of
How true are these words and
how wonderful are the words of Jesus.
We extend our heartfelt
sympathy to the bereaved mother, brothers and sisters and can only say to them
to look to God for consolation.
Reislinger, Rudolph Reislinger
Spirit of Democracy,
Spirit of Democracy,
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Reline of St. Clairsville,
Spirit of Democracy,
Leonard Ripper, aged 18 years, of
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Rosa Roe, aged 41 years, wife of Ezra Roe of Quaker
City, died Monday of last week. Deceased was a good
Christian lady and a member of the Presbyterian church.
She leaves a husband, two sons and three daughters.
She was a sister of Mrs. Fred
Measley of near Edwina, this county. The funeral took
place Tuesday. [d. May 8, 1905]
Spirit of Democracy,
We tender our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. John W. Rose of
Clarington in their sad bereavement of their bright and promising young son,
Roscoe Willard, who died August 3, 1905
Spirit of Democracy,
James O. Rownd, aged 95 years,
died at
Mr. Rownd had the distinction of
being the first child born in Barnesville.
Spirit of Democracy,
Mathias Rucker, aged 68 years, was found dead at his
residence near Burkhart Tuesday. Mr. Rucker had fed his stock and went to his
room, built a fire and laid down and when found by members of his family was
cold in death, the result of paralysis of the heart.
Mr. Rucker was one of the best citizens of
He leaves three children, William L. with whom he made his
home, and J.M. of Burkhart and Mrs. Margaret Ann Layhue
of
The funeral will take place today and will be conducted by
Rev. Neeley of Summerfield; interment at Bracken.
Deceased was a faithful soldier during the late war,
serving his country with honor. He was one of our personal friends and we
sympathize with his relatives in their sad bereavement. [d.
February 14, 1905]
Rufener,
Spirit of Democracy,
Magdalena Rufener, aged 79 years,
died Tuesday morning,
Mrs. Rufener nee Boss was born
In December 1846, she was
married to John Rufener who is still living. To this
union were born eight children, all of whom survive. In her early marriage she
came with her husband to
The funeral services were
conducted by Rev. Yergins after which the remains
were laid to rest in the
Spirit of Democracy,
J.M. Rusk, formerly editor of the McConnellsville
Herald, and at one time managing editor of the Zanesville Times Recorder, died
at his home in McConnellsville on
Spirit of Democracy,
Mrs. Elizabeth Rutter, relict of
the late James Rutter, passed away at the home of her
daughter Mrs. C.R. Roemer at Bellaire Wednesday night,
The remains were shipped to Powhatan by rail Thursday and
from there transferred by sled to the home of Mr. Charles Ward north of town
from which place the funeral took place. Interment in family
lot Clarington cemetery.
Spirit of Democracy,
A telegram was received here Saturday from
He had been sick for some time and spent about two weeks
here in the early spring recuperating.
The telegram stated that he had dropped dead at the above
mentioned time. [d. September 30, 1905]
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Besides everyday "practical" lessons such as household safety and food handling, young children that spend time in the kitchen begin to develop a whole set of math and science skills before they even reach elementary school. In helping a parent cook, children can learn about measurement, fractions, weight and volume to name a few skills. They also better understand basic scientific method, principles such as cause and effect, they dabble in chemistry, and learn some basic laws of physics such as how the same substance can take the form of liquid, solid or gas. Just think about baking a cake, that process will likely touch on every item listed above.
Speaking of cakes, if you want to gear a cooking project towards something that is more of a fun lesson rather than making dinner, one of my favorite activities in the kitchen is to make a "Rainbow Cake." There are a variety of recipes out there and different levels of difficulty. Just search "rainbow cake" on your web browser, and pick the best recipe to suit your needs.
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ALChannelSource Class Reference
| Inherits from | NSObject |
| Conforms to | ALSoundSource |
| Declared in | ALChannelSource.h ALChannelSource.m |
Overview
A Sound source composed of other sources.
Property values are applied to all sources within the channel.
Sounds will get played by any free sources within this channel.
If all sources are busy when playback is requested, it will attempt to interrupt a source
to free it for playback.
(INTERNAL USE) Private methods for ALChannelSource.
Tasks
Other Methods
-
context
This source’s owning context.
property -
sourcePool
All sources being used by this channel. Do not modify!
property -
reservedSources
The number of sources reserved by this channel.
property -
+ channelWithSources:
Create a channel with a number of sources.
-
– initWithSources:
Initialize a channel with a number of sources.
-
– setDefaultsFromSource:
Set this channel’s default values from those in the specified source.
-
– resetToDefault
Reset all sources in this channel to their default state.
-
– addSource:
Add a source to this channel.
-
– removeSource:
Remove a source from the channel.
-
– splitChannelWithSources:
Split the specified number of sources from this channel, creating a new channel.
-
– addChannel:
Absorb another channel’s sources into this one. All of the channel’s sources will be moved into this channel.
-
– clearUnusedBuffers
Set all buffers in all nonplaying sources to nil.
-
– removeBuffersNamed:
Remove all instances of the specified buffer.
Other Methods
-
– volume
Volume (alias to gain).
-
– setVolume:
Volume (alias to gain).
-
– pan
Pan value (-1.0 = far left, 1.0 = far right). Note: This effect is simulated by changing the source’s X position. Do not use this property if you are modifying the position property as well.
-
– setPan:
Pan value (-1.0 = far left, 1.0 = far right). Note: This effect is simulated by changing the source’s X position. Do not use this property if you are modifying the position property as well.
-
– sourceType
Source type (OpenAL property).
-
– playing
If true, this source is currently playing audio.
-
– play:
Play a sound.
-
– play:loop:
Play a sound, optionally looping.
-
– play:gain:pitch:pan:loop:
-
– stop
Stop playing the current sound.
-
– rewind
Stop playing the current sound and set its state to AL_INITIAL.
-
– fadeTo:duration:target:selector:
Fade to the specified gain value.
-
– onFadeComplete:
(INTERNAL USE) Called by the action system when a fade completes.
-
– stopFade
Stop the currently running fade operation, if any.
-
– panTo:duration:target:selector:
pan to the specified value.
-
– onPanComplete:
(INTERNAL USE) Called by the action system when a pan completes.
-
– stopPan
Stop the currently running pan operation, if any.
-
– pitchTo:duration:target:selector:
Gradually change pitch to the specified value.
-
– onPitchComplete:
(INTERNAL USE) Called by the action system when a pitch change completes.
-
– stopPitch
Stop the currently running pitch operation, if any.
-
– stopActions
-
– clear
Clear any buffers this source is currently using.
-
– setDefaultsFromChannel:
(INTERNAL USE) Set defaults from another channel.
Properties
context
This source’s owning context.
@property (nonatomic, readonly, retain) ALContext *context
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
Instance Methods
addChannel:
Absorb another channel’s sources into this one. All of the channel’s sources will be moved into this channel.
- (void)addChannel:(ALChannelSource *)channel
Parameters
- channel
The channel to absorb sources from.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
addSource:
Add a source to this channel.
- (void)addSource:(id<ALSoundSource>)source
Parameters
- source
The source to add.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
clearUnusedBuffers
Set all buffers in all nonplaying sources to nil.
- (NSArray *)clearUnusedBuffers
Return Value
A list of buffers that were cleared.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
fadeTo:duration:target:selector:
Fade to the specified gain value.
- (void)fadeTo:(float)value duration:(float)duration target:(id)target selector:(SEL)selector
Parameters
- gain
The gain to fade to.
- duration
The duration of the fade operation in seconds.
- target
The target to notify when the fade completes (can be nil).
- selector
The selector to call when the fade completes. The selector must accept a single parameter, which will be the object that performed the fade.
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
initWithSources:
Initialize a channel with a number of sources.
- (id)initWithSources:(int)reservedSources
Parameters
- reservedSources
the number of sources to reserve for this channel.
Return Value
The initialized channel.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
onFadeComplete:
(INTERNAL USE) Called by the action system when a fade completes.
- (void)onFadeComplete:(id<ALSoundSource>)source
Declared In
ALChannelSource.m
onPanComplete:
(INTERNAL USE) Called by the action system when a pan completes.
- (void)onPanComplete:(id<ALSoundSource>)source
Declared In
ALChannelSource.m
onPitchComplete:
(INTERNAL USE) Called by the action system when a pitch change completes.
- (void)onPitchComplete:(id<ALSoundSource>)source
Declared In
ALChannelSource.m
pan
Pan value (-1.0 = far left, 1.0 = far right). Note: This effect is simulated by changing the source’s X position. Do not use this property if you are modifying the position property as well.
- (float)pan
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
panTo:duration:target:selector:
pan to the specified value.
- (void)panTo:(float)value duration:(float)duration target:(id)target selector:(SEL)selector
Parameters
- pan
The value to pan to.
- duration
The duration of the pan operation in seconds.
- target
The target to notify when the pan completes (can be nil).
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
pitchTo:duration:target:selector:
Gradually change pitch to the specified value.
- (void)pitchTo:(float)value duration:(float)duration target:(id)target selector:(SEL)selector
Parameters
- pitch
The value to change pitch to.
- duration
The duration of the pitch operation in seconds.
- target
The target to notify when the pitch change completes (can be nil).
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
play:
Play a sound.
- (id<ALSoundSource>)play:(ALBuffer *)buffer
Parameters
- buffer
the buffer to play.
Return Value
the source playing the sound, or nil if the sound could not be played.
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
play:gain:pitch:pan:loop:
- (id<ALSoundSource>)play:(ALBuffer *)buffer gain:(float)gainIn pitch:(float)pitchIn pan:(float)panIn loop:(bool)loop
Parameters
- buffer
the buffer to play.
- pan
Left-right panning (-1.0 = far left, 1.0 = far right).
- loop
If TRUE, the sound will loop until you call “stop” on the returned sound source.
Return Value
the source playing the sound, or nil if the sound could not be played.
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
play:loop:
Play a sound, optionally looping.
- (id<ALSoundSource>)play:(ALBuffer *)buffer loop:(bool)loop
Parameters
- buffer
the buffer to play.
- loop
If TRUE, the sound will loop until you call “stop” on the returned sound source.
Return Value
the source playing the sound, or nil if the sound could not be played.
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
playing
If true, this source is currently playing audio.
- (bool)playing
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
removeBuffersNamed:
Remove all instances of the specified buffer.
- (BOOL)removeBuffersNamed:(NSString *)name
Parameters
- name
The name of the buffer.
Return Value
NO if any of the matching buffers are currently being played.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
removeSource:
Remove a source from the channel.
- (id<ALSoundSource>)removeSource:(id<ALSoundSource>)source
Parameters
- source
The source to remove. If nil, remove any source.
Return Value
The source that was removed.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
resetToDefault
Reset all sources in this channel to their default state.
- (void)resetToDefault
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
rewind
Stop playing the current sound and set its state to AL_INITIAL.
- (void)rewind
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
setDefaultsFromChannel:
(INTERNAL USE) Set defaults from another channel.
- (void)setDefaultsFromChannel:(ALChannelSource *)channel
Declared In
ALChannelSource.m
setDefaultsFromSource:
Set this channel’s default values from those in the specified source.
- (void)setDefaultsFromSource:(id<ALSoundSource>)source
Parameters
- source
the source to set default values from.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
setPan:
Pan value (-1.0 = far left, 1.0 = far right). Note: This effect is simulated by changing the source’s X position. Do not use this property if you are modifying the position property as well.
- (void)setPan:(float)value
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
splitChannelWithSources:
Split the specified number of sources from this channel, creating a new channel.
- (ALChannelSource *)splitChannelWithSources:(int)numSources
Parameters
- numSources
The number of sources to split off
Return Value
A new channel with the split-off sources.
Declared In
ALChannelSource.h
stopFade
Stop the currently running fade operation, if any.
- (void)stopFade
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
stopPan
Stop the currently running pan operation, if any.
- (void)stopPan
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h
stopPitch
Stop the currently running pitch operation, if any.
- (void)stopPitch
Declared In
ALSoundSource.h


Adams County man sentenced to 90 months in federal prison for possessing firearms as felon
by Brandon ArbuckleMADISON, Wis. - An Adams County man has been sentenced to 90 months in federal prison Wednesday for being a felon in possession of firearms.
According to a news release from the Wisconsin Department of Justice, Michael Westfahl, 38, of Friendship, pleaded guilty to the offense Aug. 7.
Officials suspected Westfahl of stealing firearms during a number of residential burglaries in Adams and Wood counties.
The release said law enforcement attempted to arrest him at a Stevens Point motel in December, but he refused to leave his room. This led to a 90-minute standoff with SWAT teams.
Westfahl ultimately surrendered, and authorities found a loaded AR-15 rifle and two handguns while searching the motel room.
Westfahl was a convicted felon on supervision following his release from state prison.


SibCoin Welcome to the Blockchain
Open Source
Coinbin is an open source web based wallet written in javascript and released under the MIT license which means it's free to use and edit.
MultiSig
We offer a fully transparent multisig solution which works seamlessly offline and with other sibcoin clients.
Wallet
Quick access to an online wallet where only you have access to your own private keys!
Addresses
We support regular addresses but also multisig and stealth, and access to your own private keys!
Development
Use what we've built to write your own projects! See our documention (coming soon), or contribute at github.
New Address create a new address
Any keys used you will need to manually store safely as they will be needed later to redeem the sibcoins.
Address Options
You can use the advanced options below to generate different kind of keys and addresses.
New Multisig Address Secure multisig address
Public keys can be generated in your browser or from your sibcoin client.
Enter the public keys of all the participants, to create a multi signature address. Maximum of 15 allowed. Compressed and uncompressed public keys are accepted.
Enter the amount of signatures required to release the coins
New Time Locked Address Coins can be released only after a certain date
Use OP_CHECKLOCKTIMEVERIFY (OP_HODL) to create a time locked address where the funds are unspendable until a set date and time has passed.
Public keys can be generated in your browser or from your sibcoin client.
Enter the public key that will be able to unlock the funds after the a certain date.
Enter the date and time required to release the coins:
New HD Address making bip32 even easier
Use the form below to generate a master hierarchical deterministic address.
Address Options
You can use the advanced options below to generate different kinds of master addresses.
Transaction Create a new transaction
Use this page to create a raw transaction
Address, WIF key or Multisig Redeem Script:
(80 byte limit, 40 bytes recommended)
The locktime indicates the earliest time a transaction can be added to the block chain.
Verify transactions and other scripts
Enter the raw transaction, redeem script, pubkey, hd address or wif key to convert it into a readable format that can be verified manually.
Transaction Script
The above script has been decoded
| Txid | N | Script | Signed? | MultiSig? |
| Address | Amount | Script |
WIF key
The above wif key has been decoded
Address:
Public key:
Private key:
Is compressed:
HD Address
Key Derivation
The path of key derivation
Keys
Keys derived from the hd address provided
| Index | Address | Private Key (WIF) | Extended xPub | Extended xPrv |
Sign Transaction once a transaction has been verified
Once you have verified a transaction you can sign and then broadcast it into the network.
Development Javascript framework, API and more
About
What is Perevod.io?
It's a money transfer web-service based on Siberian Chervonets (SIB) cryptocurrency - sibcoin.org
In order to make a transfer anywhere in the world you would have to know a phone number of recipient and to create a secret word. To make a new tranfer to the same phone it's enough to create a new secret word. Number of transfers to the same phone is not limited.
To make a transfer:
- create a secret word and keep it safely, then start a transfer on the web-site;
- using exchange service, make a deposit;
- provide recipient with the secret word chosen.
Attention: the secret word can not be recovered in case of lose!
To receive a transfer:
- use «Receive transfer» option on a exchange service web-site (list of exchange services);
- use a reception method (you are selling SIB, receiving a payment to the bank card or to the account) and enter the numer of the card/account;
- enter phone number and secret word, confirm the transfer of SIB and wait for the operation to be completed.
Privacy
We have no access to customers' funds and we are unable to keep customers' credentials, and we do not keep IP addresses, phones etc. If you wish you are able to download this web-site and use it offline with no internet access. SSL is used as well in order to secure customers' sensitive data.
SMS-nofitifaction on SIB operations
External system is used by this web-service for SMS notifications. The phone number will be provided to that system only upon customer's choice.
About application
Free-of-charge browser wallet with open source code, distributed under MIT license, developed based on Coinb.In wallet by OutCast3k.
Version 1.0
sibcoin-qt compatible
Github https://github.com/perevodio
It's not recommended to use the service on strangers' devices because if the secret word is compromised the intruder may gain an unlimited access to your funds.
Support the project
If you like our service, we'd be glad to get some SIBs to SURbRbWkruAkcwLaZnEcX9hByn7WHotECU
Frequently Asked Questions
– How do I come up with a secure secret word?
The secret word should consist of upper- and lowercase letters, digits and extra characters like «-», @ etc.
- How do I check the balance of the transfer?
Enter phone number and the secret word, the balance will be displayed.
- I'm entering the phone number and the secret word, but the balance is zero, although it should not have been so. What I should I do?
Verify the phone number and the secret word and try again with correct ones.
– What should I do if the exchange service didn't deposit my funds?
Contact the customers support of the exchange service and provide the evidence of your payment.
– What can I do if my secret word has been compromised?
Make a new transfer as soon as possible using another secret word and send all your SIBs to the new wallet. The destination address is displayed under the QR code and you may use «Spend» button for transfer.
- How can I transmit my secret word to the recipient to avoid it's compromise?
It's recommended to use cryptographic communications. If you do not use those, you may transmit your secret word in parts using different communications (e.g. one part using e-mail and another over phone call)
- How do I know the exact exchange rate if I do receive another currency?
The rates are set by exchange services and those are too volatile. Try looking up SIB/Currency1 and SIB/Currency2 rates.
Exchangers
https://coinex.im - RUR (QIWI, Yandex.Money, Visa/Mastercard, BTC-E code)
https://moneypolo.com - USD, EUR (wire transfer, e-money)
Settings making sibcoinb.in even better!
These simple settings below make sibcoinb.in one of the most decentralized wallets in the world.
Select the network you wish to broadcast the transaction via
Select the network you wish to retreive your unspent inputs from


Links
Installation
npm i react-skills
Usage
import { SkillBars } from 'react-skills';
const skillsData= [
{
name: 'ReactJS',
level: 100,
color: 'blue',
},
{
name: 'SomeOtherTech',
level: 85,
color: 'red',
}
]
// ...
<SkillBars skills={skillsData} />
or you can use the SkillBar (singular) component this way:
import { SkillBar } from 'react-skills';
// ...
<SkillBar name="ReactJS" level={100} color="blue" />
<SkillBar name="SomeOtherTech" level={80} color="red" />
Developers
Start
npm run start
or yarn start
Runs the library in development mode. Open http://localhost:3000 to view it in the browser.
Test
npm run test
or yarn test
Runs the test watcher in an interactive mode.
Build
npm run build
or yarn build
Builds the library for production to the build
folder.
It correctly bundles React in production mode and optimizes the build for the best performance.
Deploy
npm run deploy
or yarn deploy
Builds the component then push it on NPM as new version.
Builds the github page app for production to the demo
folder.
Creates a gh-page github branch and push the demo build on that branch.
Props API
SkillBar
Displays a animated skill bar
| Property | Type | Required | Default value | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| name | string | yes | The name of the skill. | |
| level | number | yes | The skill level. | |
| color | string | yes | The background color. | |
| duration | number | no | 2 | The animation duration in seconds. |
| height | number | no | 30 | The component height. |
| levelProgress | bool | no | false | Whether or not the level text should increment as the bar grows up or directly display the level value. |
| flat | bool | no | false | Whether the component owns a box shadow or not. |
| labelWidth | number | no | 100 | The label width. |
| customLabel | func | no | null | User defined function that takes a skill parameter and returns a React component to display instead of the default label. |
SkillBars
Group your Skillbars components together
| Property | Type | Required | Default value | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| skills | arrayOf | yes | An array of SkillBar props data | |
| duration | number | no | 2 | The animation duration in seconds. |
| levelProgress | bool | no | false | Whether or not the level text should increment as the bar grow up or directly display the level value. |
| flat | bool | no | false | Whether the skillbars own a box shadow or not. |
| barsHeight | number | no | 30 | The SkillBar component height. |
| labelsWidth | number | no | 100 | The SkillBar component label width. |
| spacing | number | no | 15 | The spacing between each SkillBar row. |
| customLabels | func | no | null | User defined function that takes a skill parameter and returns a React component to display instead of the default labels. |
This document was generated by the Create React Readme v1.0.2.


David Pardo
Democrat
2014-2020 Property Manager 2010-2014 Bartender
High School Diploma, Some College (no degree)
80211
I have worked to help make fair and sensible rules for my immediate community in my HOA, my neighborhood in HUNI, and my industry in both MHH AND in working with Denver as a member of STRAC.
I have donated to probably 20 different democratic campaigns since 11/10/2015. Most were in other states in 2018 or 2020 for senate races, but I did donate to Bernie Sanders in 2016 during his run for president in the primary, to Elizabeth Warren in 2019 during her run for president in the primary, I donated to Bennett for his reelection, donated to Jason Crow in 2018, and donated to Diane Mitsch Bush in 2020.
I have served on an advisory board for the city of Denver (STRAC) for the last 2 years, am the treasurer of an HOA where I manage multiple properties (since 2018), am a member of HUNI, my local neighborhood association, and helped found MHH in 2019 (an industry advocacy group).
I want to serve on the commission because I think younger voices need to be heard (I'm 32) and often these sorts of committees are dominated by people over 60. I also want to help lead Colorado forward as we receive an expected additional seat in the US House of Representatives.
I have spent the last 3 years balancing the needs of disparate parties within my neighborhood and city organizations. Usually, the best solution is one that is simple, straightforward, and balanced. When one person wants to party until 2AM, and another neighbor wants to be asleep at 10PM, the solution is NEITHER to let them party without limits until 2AM NOR to tell them to shut everything down at 10PM. It's to set a limit on their stereo and have them close their windows at 10PM.
I have to find optimal solutions as a property manager every day. Looking through a list of options and weighing their pros and cons in critical to my job. I went to undergraduate school to be an engineer, and while life took me in a different direction, courses in logic, design, and analysis drilled these skills into my 18-20-year-old head.
Male


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--Scott H. Hawley, September 2021


ARS Car Trade has partnered with ober 20 domestic and International Car Brands
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We sell both New and Used cars. We make sure that used cars have all required documents and
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|
Temperature
Range |
Fermentation
Time |
Flavor
Outcome |
|
| Hot (e.g. Very Hot Sunny Day) | 82F - 85F (28C - 29C) | Short (4 - 6 hours) | Base Sourness |
| Warm (e.g. Room Temperature) | 70F - 75F (21C - 24C) | Medium (6 - 12 hours) | Mild |
| Cold (e.g. Fridge Temperature) | 35F - 50F (2C - 10C) | Long (12 - 24+ hours) | Tangy Sourness |
Track how far your dough has risen by cutting off a little chunk (after you've mixed the ingredients and let it settle for an hour or so) and putting it in a small, transparent container (like a shotglass with flat sides). Flatten the dough, cover the top, and mark the height of the dough with a rubber band. This way you can easily see when the dough has expanded by about 40-50% from it's starting size, at which point it will be ready for final proofing. The nice thing about doing it this way is that you don't have to worry about the exact temperature or timing (which will vary from day-to-day anyway); instead, you just check on your little dough sample whenever you stretch and fold, and when it's risen enough, you're done!
You can speed up your fermentation by putting it somewhere warm; usually you can just put it in the oven with the light on to provide a little bit of heat. Some ovens will warm the dough too much, so make sure to check on the temperature and rise every half hour or so. This is a nice trick when it's getting cold and late and it looks like the dough won't rise enough for final proofing before bed.
If you don't have a bread basket, make sure to put some kind of cloth on the bottom of your bowl to wick away moisture from the dough. Since sourdgough has a lot of water in it, it needs a bit of firmness in the skin (like a water baloon) to keep it's shape (or else it will flatten like a pancake when you take it out to bake). Also make sure not to fully cover the top (with saran wrap or the like); putting a small plate on top should allow enough drying to give you a firm, workable skin.


Male birth control which is injected into penis could be available in UK in 2020
It has just successfully completed a clinical trial at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
by James Rodger, Shivali Best, https://www.facebook.com/jamesrodgerjournalistA male birth control that's injected into the penis could be available within just seven months.

It has just successfully completed a clinical trial at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Speaking to Hindustan Times , Dr R.S Sharma, a senior scientist with the ICMR, said: “The product is ready, with only regulatory approvals pending [from the government].
“The trials are over, including extended, Phase 3 clinical trials for which 303 candidates were recruited with a 97.3% success rate and no reported side effects. The product can safely be called the world’s first male contraceptive.”
Professor S.K Guha, a scientist from the Indian Institute of Technology, said: “The polymer was developed by Professor S.K. Guha from the Indian Institute of Technology in the 1970s. ICMR has been researching on it to turn it into a product for mass use since 1984, and the final product is ready after exhaustive trials.”
The researchers suggest that the product will be available within the next seven months, although it seems many men are sceptical of male birth controls.
A recent survey by YouGov revealed only one in three men would be willing to take male birth control, reports the Mirror.
However, the injection isn’t the only male birth control in the works.


DWD_TRY_Radiation_Filter
Path: CARNOT/Weather
Purpose
Filter peaks in solar
beam normal radiation in Test Reference Years.
The peaks occur because the time comlumn in the DWD reference years is not
correct. For details see
Hiller 2015.
The filter sets the beam normal radiation reduces the solar beam radiation to a filter parameter (1..10) times the cosine of the solar zenith angle.
Parameters:
filter level 1...10
Inputs:
Outputs:
Characteristics
Direct Feedthrough Yes
Sample time Inherited from driving block
Vectorized No


In October 2022, we introduced DIY programmable voice, allowing customers to roll their own Twilio and make real calls through their VoIP gateways.
Today we're excited to announce official support for SMS.
With this new feature carriers can offer programmable SMS to their customers by configuring an SMS Gateway and connecting it to their existing SMS infrastructure.
Individuals and organizations can also use this feature by connecting their SMS gateway to a device that supports SMPP, such as a VoIP gateway or SIM Box .
After the connection is configured, customers can programmatically send and receive SMS through their SMS gateway using the REST API .
Visit our documentation for more information on how to configure programmable SMS on Somleng.
Note: Using SMS gateways is restricted in some countries. We recommend that you check your local laws and regulations before proceeding with this method.
At Somleng, one of our biggest customer bases are NGOs. One of the reasons that NGOs choose us is because we work with local carriers directly. This allows us to provide cloud communication services in new markets where it's otherwise unavailable, or with better quality, and a fraction of the cost of our competitors .
Although working with local carriers improves quality and reduces costs, one of the biggest pain points for our customers is actually engaging with and arriving at a commercial agreement with a local carrier. Often our customers want to get something up and running quickly to prove a concept or do a pilot, without engaging with their local carrier.
It turns out that it's actually possible to access the local public switched telephone network (PSTN) without a commercial agreement with a local carrier. All you need is a VoIP gateway and one or more SIM cards. A VoIP gateway has interfaces to both IP networks and the PSTN and handles the bridging between them. One interface can be connected to the Internet and the other to the PSTN, via SIM card(s) inserted into the VoIP gateway. VoIP gateways range in size 1 from to 128 channels or more. The more channels you have the more concurrent calls you can support.
Today we're excited to announce official support for VoIP gateways on Somleng.
With this new feature customers can sign up and connect their VoIP gateway to Somleng by configuring a client gateway connection .
After the connection is configured, customers can programmatically make outbound calls through your VoIP gateway using the REST API , and programmatically control both outbound and inbound calls via TwiML.
Note: Using VoIP gateways is restricted in some countries. We recommend that you check your local laws and regulations before proceeding with this method.
This new feature also opens up new business opportunities for individuals or organizations to provide access to the PSTN in their country via a VoIP gateway that they own or manage. We call this type of user a Network Provider , and like carriers, they can also create customer accounts on Somleng.
Any account that the Network Provider creates, is managed by them and has its own set of REST API credentials and account management interface. A network provider can therefore onboard their own customers, by creating them an account and providing them with PSTN access through their VoIP gateway(s).
This can be combined with our custom domains feature feature resulting in a fully custom-branded experience for your customer.
We don't yet have a way for a network provider to monetize this business flow directly on the Somleng platform, but it's something we will consider if enough users request this feature.
Currently our client gateway feature only supports Programmable Voice, but stay tuned because we're adding SMS support next!
Following on from our introductory blog post The Somleng Story in this post we'll do a deep dive into how local carriers can offer programmable voice to their customers via Somleng.
Programmable voice has a variety of different use-cases such as:
Twilio has become the de-facto go-to solution for programmable voice and profits exorbitantly as a result. But actually local carriers can offer much cheaper pricing and better quality since they are the custodians of the network.
By offering programmable voice as a solution, local carriers can share in the profits and obtain an advantage over their competitors all while protecting their own branding.
Somleng is an Open Source, white-labeled, Cloud Communications as a Service (CPaaS) solution. Unlike Twilio, which is a global centralized CPaaS designed for platform users directly, Somleng is designed for carriers and network operators.
Instead of platform users signing up directly on Somleng, Carriers instead sign up for a Somleng carrier account and manage their own customer accounts.
With the release of our new custom domains feature, a carrier can now configure their own custom domain and branding, providing a fully branded CPaaS solution their platform customers.
Carriers can then invite their customers to their branded dashboard via their custom domain where the customer can manage their own account and API credentials. The customer can then use Somleng's REST API for programmable voice.
Public sign ups are currently available for carriers only. If you work for a carrier and are interested in trying things out please read through our carrier documentation , where you'll find link to sign up for a trial account.
For a while now, Twilio has become the king of cloud communications. Although there has been a few clones pop up over the years, e.g. Vonage, Message Bird, etc. the space has remained relatively same same. Until now...
Somleng has the ambitious goal of revolutionizing the cloud communications space turning it on its head. We aim to take the power of cloud communications away from Big Tech's monopoly and bring it to the people. But to understand where we're going and why, it's important to understand where we've come from.
Starting back in 2012 Somleng's predecessor was a SMS and Voice powered dating service called Chibi. Launching in Cambodia, before the Smartphones and Facebook were ever really a thing (in Cambodia at least) subscribers would dial into a short-code and be randomly connected to another subscriber. Basically a chat roulette that worked over an ordinary voice call.
Subscribers could also send text messages to their new 'friend' by simply texting to the short code. Chibi would scan the messages, and build up a basic profile of the subscriber, trying to determine their age, gender and location.
The service was surprisingly popular, at its peak having more than 120,000 subscribers. But by 2015, smartphones and Facebook had taken over in Cambodia and Chibi eventually died.
Around 2016, the Royal Cambodian Government in partnership with the NGO People In Need, were looking for a solution for the National Early Warning System .
The requirements were simple. In case of a natural disaster (such as a flood), a government official could record a voice message and deliver it via phone call to citizens in the affected areas.
Programmable voice is a perfect solution to this problem. Voice messages are recorded in Khmer, so it doesn't require the beneficiary be literate, have a smart phone nor have access to the Internet. They just pick up the phone and listen to the information recorded by the government official.
Our experience with building scalable communications platform to power Chibi meant that the timing was perfect for a pivot and Somleng was born.
Today Somleng is still powering Cambodia's Early Warning System.
In 2016 Somleng was among the first five companies to receive investment from the UNICEF Innovation Fund, in order to scale Somleng to support other use-cases.
Since then the UNICEF Innovation Fund been Somleng's main investor which has enabled us to grow far beyond Cambodia. Somleng is now powering cloud communications solutions across the world impacting over 250K beneficiaries across 11 different countries.
Somleng was also recently made a Digital Public Good recognition that Somleng is a product that helps to create a more equitable world.
There's a growing consensus that the Internet is too centralized controlled by too few players. It's no different in the cloud communications space. Big Tech controls most of the space and there are few options for individuals, small and medium sized companies, governments and NGOs.
Somleng's vision is a world where communications are accessible to everyone. In order to achieve this vision we need to think outside the box and provide a solution benefits everyone, not just Big Tech.
The first step for Somleng, is to level the playing field for local carriers (for clarification a local carrier is a local telecom company, mobile network operator or aggregator).
Twilio's et al. business model is based on a centralized Cloud Communications Platform as a Service (CPaaS). They charge an expensive premium (especially in emerging markets), to basically act as a middle-man between the platform user and the beneficiary.
But what if a local carrier, who controls the network connectivity in their region or country, could be their own Twilio? They could provide a similar service to Twilio at a fraction of the cost by cutting them out of the flow.
In addition to the reduced costs for the platform user, the local carrier can protect their own branding and generate additional revenue streams.
Somleng now supports custom domains allowing carriers to leverage Somleng's API and Dashboard, while keeping their own branding. Alternatively, since Somleng is 100% open source, local carriers can always host Somleng on their own servers.
While supporting local carriers is a good first step, there's still a level of centralization at the local carrier level. In other words, Somleng now provides a solution to dissipate the monopoly of cloud communications from Big Tech to local carriers, but we can still go a step further to bring the power to individuals and organizations directly.
One of the features we'll be working on in the coming months is called "Be your own carrier". The idea is that any individual, business or organization can use Somleng to become a Network Provider, and provide the connectivity layer required for cloud communications, and in a future iteration, even be able to earn money from it.
The idea is quite simple. Using readily available, off-the-shelf hardware such as a GSM Gateway or GSM Modem, a network provider can provide connectivity to their local mobile network and register their route with Somleng. Somleng will then route calls and SMS to/from the network provider to provide programmable voice and SMS to the platform user.
A simple use-case for this is handling phone number verification via programmable voice. In order do achieve this now, you need to use a service like Twilio or Firebase. However with Somleng's "Be your own carrier" feature the application owner can register as a Network Provider, and their application can initiate a call via Somleng's REST API. The call is then routed via the network provider's hardware to the beneficiary's phone.
Now that any individual or organization can be their own carrier by becoming a network provider, the foundations are in place for a global marketplace of network providers and local carriers.
The final step in Somleng's CPaaS revolution is to leverage the global network of local carriers and network providers to provide a more equitable CPaaS economy. Local operators and network providers can make their routes publicly available and set their own prices and be compensated for every interaction that goes through their route. In theory this should create competition for who can offer the cheapest, highest quality routes.
We're excited about the journey that we're on and proud to be doing things differently. A special thanks to the UNICEF Innovation Fund team who have supported us from the beginning.


Step 1
Select an Agent and Value your Home
- Interview agents to find a professional who fits you and your needs
- Commit to working with one real estate professional
- Decide on a timeline and priorities
- Work with your agent to establish a target sales price
Start on the right path by finding a competent and experienced agent with local expertise to help you sell your home. This agent’s job is to get you the best price for your home, while keeping the process as stress-free as possible, so be sure you feel comfortable with them. Your agent will then help set a price for your home, and make sure that price matches your personal financial goals. Beware of an agent who tells you what you want to hear. Setting too high a price can add weeks or months to the sale, and even result in a much lower sale price.
Step 2
Create a Plan for Marketing Your Home
- Decide on the time and resources you can devote to prepare your home
- Create a timeline for going-to-market, and necessary steps to get you there.
- Plan for hosting open houses, and private home tours
Now it’s time to create a plan of action to get your home in front of the most qualified buyers possible. Properly marketing a home can mean a quicker sale, with more money to you. This might include professional photography or even a virtual tour. Identify hot selling points that will draw buyers in, and write a compelling property description. You will also decide on logistics for getting buyers inside the house, including open houses hosted by your listing agent and private tours led by buyers' agents. Your Realtor will give recommendations and help to coordinate all these steps.
Step 3
Prepare your Home for Marketing and Sale
- Complete minor repairs, paint, de-clutter, landscape, and clean your house
- Stage your home to present your home in its best light
- Pre-open escrow, gather disclosures, and consider performing inspections
- Take professional photos, and create a 3D home tour
- Create marketing flyers and begin a social media campaign
Based on your goals and timeline there may be a little or a lot of prep to do to get you ready to sell your home. Your agent will recommend steps to take, and professionals to use to get you the best value for your home. This could mean a bit of decluttering and minor maintenance, to freshening up paint and completing repairs. You may also want to take more technical steps such as pre-opening escrow, performing property inspections, and preparing necessary disclosures.
Estimate the Value of your home
Step 4
Listing Your Home For Sale and Showing Prospective Buyers
- Install a For Sale sign and install a lock box
- Publish your home to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), and popular online sites
- Coordinate open houses and private home tours for prospective buyers
Now it’s time for action. Just before the home is for sale, install a yard sign, to draw traffic, and a lockbox to allow for private tours, if desired. On listing day, your agent will press the “publish” button and your home will go live on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), and all popular homes search sites. Open houses, properly advertised, are a great way to get exposure for your home, as are allowing for private tours. Your realtor will plan, coordinate, and oversee all these activities as well.
Step 5
Reviewing and Accepting offers
- Gather all offers from prospective buyers
- Review all aspects of the offers – purchase price is not the only factor!
- Negotiate with prospective buyers for more favorable terms
- Formally accept an offer and begin the escrow process
With the right marketing strategy, it is a matter of time before the offers start coming in. So how to evaluate an offer? Purchase price is important, but as are other parts of the offer. Your agent can help you evaluate these parts, including the commitment and stability of the buyers, the strength of the financing, concessions or conditions requested of you, and the amount of time it will take to close out the transaction. Your agent will also negotiate with the buyer to get you the best possible deal. In the end, it may even be the strongest offer isn’t the one with the highest price!
Step 6
The Escrow Process
- Coordinate with buyer to perform their inspections
- Communicate with title and escrow company, lender, and buyer’s agent to keep transaction on track
- Maintain and organize all paperwork to protect the transaction and stay in legal compliance
- Resolve any unforeseen issues, and conduct ongoing negotiations
When you sign and accept the perfect offer, you are officially “in Escrow”! Having a skilled agent at your side makes your life a lot easier here. Escrow takes anywhere from 10-45+ days to complete. There are many groups that get involved including the buyer and her agent, inspectors, title and escrow officers, lenders, and transaction coordinators. Additionally, there is paperwork to keep you and your assets safe and in legal compliance. Your agent’s job here is to manage and coordinate this whole process so you are continually in the know, and your sale runs flawlessly.
Final Step
Closing on your home
- Coordinate with buyer to perform their inspections
- Communicate with title and escrow company, lender, and buyer’s agent to keep transaction on track
- Maintain and organize all paperwork to protect the transaction and stay in legal compliance
- Resolve any unforeseen issues, and conduct ongoing negotiations
Now it’s time to close out the sale. This means signing over the title to the home and transferring ownership, and getting paid for your home! These last steps in the process may be small, but they are momentous. Your agent will be there to coordinate these final steps and celebrate your successful sale.
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This DC-raised, Chicago-resident student is eager to advance his programming education at Dev Bootcamp. I've been through many career-goal phases in my short 24 years, but I've got a strong sense that this is the one that will stick.
My most recent hobbies include sketch writing, improv, and attending shows showcasing the aforementioned art forms. In 7th grade I played a tree in the Wizard of Oz, inflaming my abiding love for theatre in all its forms.
I graduated from the University of Chicago with the Class of 2013 with a bachelor's in Sociology. I'm also pretty sure I did a minor in Spanish Language and Literature, because I completed all the clases and submitted the forms, but no one ever actually confirmed that in word or writing. This one is on you, University of Chicago Registrar's Office. Que asco.


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