 | Computer Networking at Texas State Technical College www.tstc.edu Computer Networking at Texas State Technical College. Communications networks of computers and routing devices are no longer luxuries. Today business, government, and individuals depend on reliable connections to communication systems that transmit and receive information instantaneously over long distances. Computers, the cornerstones of new communication systems, connect networks that link information through fiber optic, wireless or satellite media. The Computer Networking & Systems Administration department prepares technicians to build and manage these communication systems. Instructional coursework offers insight into computer network design, implementation and management. Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College offers specializations in System Administration, Microsoft and UNIX, in addition to the standard CNS curriculum. All associate degrees now include four courses in Cisco Systems networking with emphasis on router and switch configuration. These courses cover all of the material needed for the student to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification.The two-year CNS program includes classroom and laboratory instruction that focuses on building extensive experience in Microsoft, Novell Netware and UNIX System Administration. The Associate of Applied Science degree program includes courses covering client operating systems, server operating systems, Cisco equipment, NetWare, UNIX, Windows Network strategies, network cabling systems, Local Area Network (LAN) design and management, network protocol design and implementation, and internetworking of multi-vendor and divergent systems. CNS graduates have a wide array of job responsibilities. In the field, the CNS graduate may install and maintain networks, install and administer network servers, support network users and even monitor and maintain network security. Graduates of the program hold jobs with titles such as network administrator, network technician, computer or network support specialist, help-desk or system administrator and network consultant. Microsoft Specialization... A specialization in Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College. The Computer Networking & Systems Administration department at TSTC provides focused, hands-on instruction for developing and maintaining the communication systems at the core of the information highway. Through the Microsoft Specialization, you can earn an Associate of Applied Science degree while developing skills specific to supporting the products of the world's No.1 software company. CNS has been a Microsoft Certified Partner since 1998, indicating our commitment to maintaining a faculty highly trained in the latest Microsoft technologies. In addition to earning your degree, you can work toward certification as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, (MCSE), for wide-ranging career opportunities installing, managing and maintaining Microsoft servers and networks worldwide. This program provides more actual hands-on time working with the product than other training and education options. The two-year Microsoft Specialization covers the basic CNS curriculum with coursework in network design, implementation and management which includes all the courses needed to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. The coursework then focuses on the skills needed to support Microsoft's Windows Server software-the world's best-selling server. The coursework, which culminates in an Associate of Applied Science degree, provides unique instruction with Microsoft servers, clients and networking technologies. Unix Specialization... A specialization in Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College. UNIX is a powerful, multi-user operating system first developed in the 1960's. There are now many versions of UNIX and its cousin, Linux. These operating systems run much of the Internet and host powerful enterprise-wide applications and e-commerce sites in business and government. TSTC's Computer Networking & Systems Administration department is an authorized Sun Education Center. Sun Microsystems makes the popular Solaris Operating Environment version of UNIX. The Sun Academic Initiative is a program designed to create a collaborative relationship between Sun and academic institutions. Courses delivered through this program introduce students to Sun Microsystems technologies, prepare them for industry-leading certification, and equip them with marketable IT job skills. |
 | Computer Networking www.tstc.edu Computer Networking at Texas State Technical College. Communications networks of computers and routing devices are no longer luxuries. Today business, government, and individuals depend on reliable connections to communication systems that transmit and receive information instantaneously over long distances. Computers, the cornerstones of new communication systems, connect networks that link information through fiber optic, wireless or satellite media. The Computer Networking & Systems Administration department prepares technicians to build and manage these communication systems. Instructional coursework offers insight into computer network design, implementation and management. Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College offers specializations in System Administration, Microsoft and UNIX, in addition to the standard CNS curriculum. All associate degrees now include four courses in Cisco Systems networking with emphasis on router and switch configuration. These courses cover all of the material needed for the student to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification.The two-year CNS program includes classroom and laboratory instruction that focuses on building extensive experience in Microsoft, Novell Netware and UNIX System Administration. The Associate of Applied Science degree program includes courses covering client operating systems, server operating systems, Cisco equipment, NetWare, UNIX, Windows Network strategies, network cabling systems, Local Area Network (LAN) design and management, network protocol design and implementation, and internetworking of multi-vendor and divergent systems. CNS graduates have a wide array of job responsibilities. In the field, the CNS graduate may install and maintain networks, install and administer network servers, support network users and even monitor and maintain network security. Graduates of the program hold jobs with titles such as network administrator, network technician, computer or network support specialist, help-desk or system administrator and network consultant. Microsoft Specialization... A specialization in Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College. The Computer Networking & Systems Administration department at TSTC provides focused, hands-on instruction for developing and maintaining the communication systems at the core of the information highway. Through the Microsoft Specialization, you can earn an Associate of Applied Science degree while developing skills specific to supporting the products of the world's No.1 software company. CNS has been a Microsoft Certified Partner since 1998, indicating our commitment to maintaining a faculty highly trained in the latest Microsoft technologies. In addition to earning your degree, you can work toward certification as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, (MCSE), for wide-ranging career opportunities installing, managing and maintaining Microsoft servers and networks worldwide. This program provides more actual hands-on time working with the product than other training and education options. The two-year Microsoft Specialization covers the basic CNS curriculum with coursework in network design, implementation and management which includes all the courses needed to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. The coursework then focuses on the skills needed to support Microsoft's Windows Server software-the world's best-selling server. The coursework, which culminates in an Associate of Applied Science degree, provides unique instruction with Microsoft servers, clients and networking technologies. Unix Specialization... A specialization in Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College. UNIX is a powerful, multi-user operating system first developed in the 1960's. There are now many versions of UNIX and its cousin, Linux. These operating systems run much of the Internet and host powerful enterprise-wide applications and e-commerce sites in business and government. TSTC's Computer Networking & Systems Administration department is an authorized Sun Education Center. Sun Microsystems makes the popular Solaris Operating Environment version of UNIX. The Sun Academic Initiative is a program designed to create a collaborative relationship between Sun and academic institutions. Courses delivered through this program introduce students to Sun Microsystems technologies, prepare them for industry-leading certification, and equip them with marketable IT job skills. |
 | Texas State Technical College STARS www.tstc.edu Come discover Texas State Technical College! TSTC offers more than 100 advanced technical AAS degree programs and certificates throughout Texas and online. Programs, courses, and customized workforce training are available in IT and telecommunications, agriculture, engineering and manufacturing, health and sciences, business, commerce and service, and transportation and aviation. Discover TSTC and discover yourself. When you discover Texas State Technical Colleges, you make a discovery that can positively impact the very future of your life. With TSTC, you can discover a quick route to a great career, high quality education and high salaries, excellent faculty and small classes, hands-on real world training, and job opportunities. Discover TSTC and discover possibilities previously unrealized. TSTC can change your future. Discover Your Career in Agriculture! 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 | Computer Networking at Texas State Technical College www.tstc.edu Computer Networking at Texas State Technical College. Communications networks of computers and routing devices are no longer luxuries. Today business, government, and individuals depend on reliable connections to communication systems that transmit and receive information instantaneously over long distances. Computers, the cornerstones of new communication systems, connect networks that link information through fiber optic, wireless or satellite media. The Computer Networking & Systems Administration department prepares technicians to build and manage these communication systems. Instructional coursework offers insight into computer network design, implementation and management. Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College offers specializations in System Administration, Microsoft and UNIX, in addition to the standard CNS curriculum. All associate degrees now include four courses in Cisco Systems networking with emphasis on router and switch configuration. These courses cover all of the material needed for the student to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification.The two-year CNS program includes classroom and laboratory instruction that focuses on building extensive experience in Microsoft, Novell Netware and UNIX System Administration. The Associate of Applied Science degree program includes courses covering client operating systems, server operating systems, Cisco equipment, NetWare, UNIX, Windows Network strategies, network cabling systems, Local Area Network (LAN) design and management, network protocol design and implementation, and internetworking of multi-vendor and divergent systems. CNS graduates have a wide array of job responsibilities. In the field, the CNS graduate may install and maintain networks, install and administer network servers, support network users and even monitor and maintain network security. Graduates of the program hold jobs with titles such as network administrator, network technician, computer or network support specialist, help-desk or system administrator and network consultant. Microsoft Specialization... A specialization in Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College. The Computer Networking & Systems Administration department at TSTC provides focused, hands-on instruction for developing and maintaining the communication systems at the core of the information highway. Through the Microsoft Specialization, you can earn an Associate of Applied Science degree while developing skills specific to supporting the products of the world's No.1 software company. CNS has been a Microsoft Certified Partner since 1998, indicating our commitment to maintaining a faculty highly trained in the latest Microsoft technologies. In addition to earning your degree, you can work toward certification as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, (MCSE), for wide-ranging career opportunities installing, managing and maintaining Microsoft servers and networks worldwide. This program provides more actual hands-on time working with the product than other training and education options. The two-year Microsoft Specialization covers the basic CNS curriculum with coursework in network design, implementation and management which includes all the courses needed to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. The coursework then focuses on the skills needed to support Microsoft's Windows Server software-the world's best-selling server. The coursework, which culminates in an Associate of Applied Science degree, provides unique instruction with Microsoft servers, clients and networking technologies. Unix Specialization... A specialization in Computer Networking & Systems Administration at Texas State Technical College. UNIX is a powerful, multi-user operating system first developed in the 1960's. There are now many versions of UNIX and its cousin, Linux. These operating systems run much of the Internet and host powerful enterprise-wide applications and e-commerce sites in business and government. TSTC's Computer Networking & Systems Administration department is an authorized Sun Education Center. Sun Microsystems makes the popular Solaris Operating Environment version of UNIX. The Sun Academic Initiative is a program designed to create a collaborative relationship between Sun and academic institutions. Courses delivered through this program introduce students to Sun Microsystems technologies, prepare them for industry-leading certification, and equip them with marketable IT job skills. The two-year UNIX Specialization covers the basic CNS curriculum with coursework in network design, implementation and management whi ch includes all the courses needed to achieve the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. In addition, a successful graduate of the UNIX specialization can earn certification as a Sun Certified Solaris Administrator (SCSA) or a Sun Certified Network Administrator (SCNA). CNS students will also get training in Linux system administration as a part of this degree plan. |
 | LTTE -"Voice of the Nation" Bala ANNA - TAMIL EELAM LOST HIM Tamil Eelam's voice aka "Voice of the Nation" has gone to long sleep now. Dr. Anton Balasingam. What is Tamil Eelam? Tamil Eelam is a de facto state in Indian Ocean. It is located below the Tamil Nadu state of India and in the North East of Sri Lanka. The state of Tamil Eelam has been established by the people living there under the right of self determination given by International Covenant of Civil and Political Rights , Article 1, to which Sri Lanka is a signatory. The proposed size of the independent nation of Tamil Eelam is 19,509 km². This makes Tamil Eelam the 153 largest country/independent territory in the world. There are a total of 232 country/independent territories in the world. Tamil Eelam would be larger than East Timor at 14,874 km², which is the newest formed country in the world. East Timor gained independence after 24 years of Indonesia occupation on May 20, 2002. Why did Tamils in Sri Lanka want Tamil Eelam? Sri Lanka, which was renamed in Sinhala in 1972, had been called as Ceylon by British during colonial times. Before 1833, the Tamil people were under different administration. They had their own kingdoms, culture and language which are very different from those of Sinhalese until 1505. The first colonial invasion took place in 1505. British brought Tamils and Sinhalese under one administration in 1833 and called this new colony as Ceylon. When the British left in 1948, the 20% Tamils were left with 80% Sinhalese within a unitary country where the decisions were taken by democratic parliament system. Under this system, racially polarised Sinhalese and Tamils were ruled by the constant majority of Sinhalese against the democratic wishes of Tamils as Tamils were the constant minority. Who is the leader of Tamil Eelam? Vellupillai Pirabakaran, the leader of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is the present National Leader of Tamil Eelam. His supported by a council of commanders who establish policy on everything from law and order to economic. The policy of the LTTE is that this is an interim solution until democratic elections can be held. Is Tamil Eelam a communist idea? No. Tamil Eelam is the home land of highly religious Hindu, Christian and Islamic Tamil speaking people. Tamils of Tamil Eelam are from the ancient times, known for their trade and commerce. Tamil Eelam will be a democratic country once it become independent. Tamil Eelam is expected to be a socialist state. Just like the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. What is the present state of Tamil Eelam? Presently, some Northern and Eastern parts of Tamil Eelam are under the Tamil Eelam administration. Although a war is going on, Tamil Eelam administration functions very effectively to achieve self reliance and self sufficiency. There are forty eight essential items were banned by Sri Lankan authorities to the de facto state of Tamil Eelam. Some of them are now allowed by the new government with the expectation that the people of Tamil Eelam would give up their right to chose their political status freely. Is there religious freedom in Tamil Eelam? Not only religious freedom, but the people are encouraged to follow their own religion by Tamil Eelam administration even under the severe war conditions and economic ban. The Christian, mainly Catholic and Hindu religious leaders are always provided all the support needed for their religious freedom. Islam, however, is not being practiced presently, as the Muslims have been asked to leave the Tamil Eelam territory until the independence of Tamil Eelam. The Muslims supported the aggressive Sri Lankan Sinhala and Muslim Military against the freedom of Tamil Eelam. Can any one travel to Tamil Eelam? Yes. Like in any other countries, for Tamil Eelam also the immigration and emigration laws are applicable at the borders. Since a war is going on for the independence, several additional restrictions are imposed on travellers for national security reasons and for the security of the life of travellers. What are the Islands of Sri Lanka? Included in the traditional homeland of the Tamil in Sri Lanka are a series of seven islands off the northern coast. These islands are: • Kayts • Mandaitivu • Eluvaitivu • Paraittivu • Analaitivu • Nainativu • Punkudutivu • Delft • Mannar What are some of the natural resources in Tamil Eelam? Ilmenite, Rutile, and Zircon Sri Lanka's north-east Pulmoddai coastline consists of mineral-rich sand. The 60 to 70 percent heavy minerals concentration of ilmenite, rutile and zircon are considered on of the best in the world. The main deposit consists of around 60 percent ilmenite, eight percent rutile and 8-10 percent zircon. Ilmenite, a black, heavy, metallic oxide mineral, is the major source of titanium, a metal valued for its high strength and light weight. Titanium's strength is such that it can withstand very high temperatures and is non-corrosive. Titanium is used in the construction high-performance military aircraft and rockets, space capsule skins, armour plate, aircraft firewalls, jet engine components, landing gears, submarines, and engine parts (as an alloy). Rutile, on the other hand, is mainly used in the titanium metal industry and in welding rods. Zircon is in demand in the ceramic industry for high quality glazing, foundries, and electrical items. Since September 1997, there has been little attempt to mine this mineral wealth. Production stopped after the Tiger attack sank a Lanka Mineral Sands cargo ship loaded with ilmenite anchored one kilometre off the beach. Pulmoddai is considered one of the best mineral sites in the world, with a heavy mineral content of 60 to 70 percent compared to beach deposits in Australia, a big producer, where the concentration is only five percent. Surveys commissioned by Lanka Mineral Sands indicate that the heavy minerals actually come from the island's interior, after being washed down by rivers such as the Mahaweli, Sri Lanka's longest river. New surveys, both onshore and offshore, estimate there are more than 12 million tonnes of heavy minerals in Pulmoddai and other nearby untapped areas, all on the east coast. They estimate that the reserves could last 25 to 30 years at the rate it was mined in the past. The state-run company's earning capacity reflects the wealth of this area: it was earning around 300 million rupees (about 3.3 million U.S. dollars) annually during its peak. So much so that until the Tigers struck in 1997, Lanka Mineral Sands, which pays royalty to the government for the mining rights, was the most profitable venture among state companies. Salt Prior to 1990 Elephant Pass and Kurunchativu located 10km apart had the largest salterns in the northeast with a combined area of 100 acres, and produced more than 85,000 metric tons of salt a year. The salt production in this area was sufficient in 1990 to meet all of Sri Lanka's needs and for export to other countries such as Singapore from Kurikattuvan harbor. The British monopolized all salt production in Sri Lanka under their control in 1938 with the establishment of the Salt Department in the wake of the 'Salt Satyagraha' by Mahatma Gandhi in India. The Salt Department was made the National Salt Corporation in 1966. All salterns in Sri Lanka were under the corporation before 1990. The salt production stopped in 1990 to 2000 when the Sri Lankan Army Elephant Pass garrison removed timber lining the edges of salt pans were removed by the SLA for military purposes. What are some Quotes on Eelam? 'I was once asked by an Englishman connected with the British Refugee Council: 'You say Tamil Eelam, but where are the boundaries of this Tamil Eelam that you talk about? Show me.' I was taken aback by the directness of the question. I thought for a while, searching for an appropriate response. Then I replied: 'Take a map of the island. Take a paint brush and paint all the areas where Sri Lanka has bombed and launched artillery attacks during these past several years. When you have finished, the painted area that you see - that is Tamil Eelam.''' - Sathasivam Krishnakumar (Col Kittu) Zurich, on Maha Veerar Naal, in November 1990 |
 | AMSI Real Estate American Marketing Systems Inc., AMSI is a full-service Real Estate Brokerage headquartered in San Francisco, California. AMSI has developed a superior model for corporate relocation, vacation housing, and investment property management. With skilled leasing/sales agents and an experienced property management team, AMSI has earned a respected reputation since the company's inception in 1970. Our industry standing has made us the number one contact for renters seeking furnished and unfurnished rentals in many prime locations across the United States. We have developed offices in San Francisco, Oakland, New York City, San Diego and Maui. Additionally, affiliations with property owner's worldwide have expanded our available accommodations internationally. AMSI has been honored for innovation and business achievement by The Better Business Bureau, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Small Business Administration, California State Senate, and the San Francisco Examiner's Bay Area's Best. |
 | DPRK Is out to Rehabilitate Flood Damage Whole Country Is out to Rehabilitate Flood Damage Pyongyang, August 18 (KCNA) -- A campaign for healing the flood damage is being dynamically launched in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. The Cabinet, ministries and national institutions set out on the rehabilitation work in provinces, cities and counties in a big way, paying primary attention to it. Ministries and national institutions including the State Planning Commission, Ministry of Construction and Building-materials Industry, Ministry of Metal Industry and Ministry of Light Industry preferentially supply cement, steel and other necessary materials to the work and push ahead with the work for stabilizing the living of the people in the flood-stricken areas at an early date. The Ministry of Food Procurement and Administration and the Ministry of Commerce provide food and essential foodstuffs to the people in the flood-hit areas ahead of others. Officials of the Ministry of Public Health, along with medical teams, have rushed to Munchon City and Yangdok, Koksan, Sinphyong, Chonnae counties and other areas, carrying a large quantity of medicines with them. The Ministry of Railways has concentrated efforts on rehabilitating the destroyed rail-roadbeds, railway bridges and communication facilities. The DPRK Red Cross Society handed over emergency relief goods including blankets, tents, kitchen utensils and water purifying pills to 16,000 families in the afflicted areas. More than 13,400 Red Cross volunteers have evacuated victims to safe places and are striving hard for the stabilization of their life. Servicepersons and people are also working day and night to heal the flood damage in various areas. In Pyongyang, efforts are being made to remove silts on the roads along the Taedong and Pothong rivers and rehabilitate others. The officials and working people in the flood-stricken Koksan, Sinphyong, Singye, Sohung and Yonsan counties of North Hwanghae Province, full of confidence, have turned out as one in the undertakings for rehabilitating the destroyed dwelling houses and public buildings and rearranging the flood-hit farm land. Those in South Phyongan, Kangwon, South Hwanghae and South Hamgyong provinces are engaged in repairing the destroyed roads and bridges while arranging fields which had been inundated. |
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 | John W Blatt - Part 1 of 2 In Memoriam John W. Blatt, elevator consultant and former mayor of Put-in-Bay, died Thursday, February 21, 2008 at The Lutheran Memorial Home in Sandusky. He was 68. John was born in New Martinsville, West Virginia to Carl and Evelyn (Ward) Blatt. John was valedictorian of the class of 1957 at Magnolia High School in New Martinsville. John earned his Bachelors of Science in Industrial Management in 1961 from The Ohio State University where he was active in the Navy ROTC, served as president of his fraternity, Phi Kappa Theta, and the Interfraternity Council, and received the President's Award of Excellence from 1959-1961. His ROTC experience led to his service in the United States Navy following graduation. John served as a lieutenant on the USS Skate, which was one of the first nuclear submarines. His business career began at the Haughton Elevator Company where he was employed from 1967-1977 when he joined Kerschner Elevator where he remained until 1984. In that year he founded his own elevator consultant company, John W. Blatt Elevator Consulting, Inc. which he owned and operated until he retired in 2007. Well known and respected in the vertical transportation industry, John's consultancy was one of the leaders in the United States. He frequently taught and spoke at various conventions and seminars in the industry. Clients included major universities, hospitals, office buildings, apartments, housing authorities and factories throughout Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, Florida, Michigan and other states. He also served on various committees and boards including the Board of Directors of Elevator U and the Board of the National Association of Vertical Transportation Professionals where he also served as Ethics Chairman. John was also a member of the National Assn. of Elevator Safety Authorities, the National Assn. of Elevator Contractors, and a qualified Elevator Inspector certified by ASME. A resident of Put-in-Bay, OH, from 1984-2002, John served that community as mayor from 1996-2002. During his tenure, he led efforts to improve quality of life through increased law enforcement and other initiatives in the island community that attracts thousands of visitors every summer. He took great pride in attracting events to the island and enjoyed officiating at weddings and other significant events. As mayor, John established a scholarship fund for deserving graduates of Ottawa County high schools. While living in Put-in-Bay, John served on Village Council from 1986-1987, owned the bakery and was a real estate broker and owned and operated the Island Realty Company. He was also a member of the Put-in-Bay Yacht Club. While serving as mayor, John's great appreciation for law enforcement personnel became even greater. He became, and remained throughout the rest of his life, a supporter of law enforcement agencies, sponsoring drug enforcement and interdiction training seminars. John purchased two police canines for area departments, including Ajax, Put-in-Bay's first police K-9, who was imported from Germany. Ajax died in the line of duty in Put-in-Bay. The second K-9 John purchased was an import from the Czech Republic, Alex, who has served a number of local departments and is currently serving in Marblehead. John has also donated funds to local police departments to help fight the drug war. John's commitment to law enforcement was further demonstrated by his serving as Advisor to the Board of the African American Law Enforcement Agents Assn. Returning to the mainland in 2002, John made Port Clinton, OH, his home so he could be near good friends and his beloved Lake Erie. In typical John Blatt fashion, he immediately became involved in and supportive of the community. He was a member of Historic Port Clinton where he was involved in putting on the annual Walleye Festival. John initiated the Education Tent and the educational events at the festival. He was also a member of the Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce, the Catawba Island Club, and various other groups and activities. In everything John did, he was committed. In addition to the above activities, John was a member of The Ottawa County Republican Central Committee, The Great Lakes Historical Society, life member of the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society, life member of The Ohio State University Alumni Assn., former member of the Northwest Ohio Mayors and Managers Assn., former board member of Toledo Economic Planning Council, former advisor to the US Small Business Administration, former president of the Toledo Area Small Business Assn., and a delegate to the White House Conference on Small Business in 1980. John's presence, wisdom, guidance, and enthusiasm will be truly missed by all who knew him. |
 | John W Blatt - Part 2 of 2 In Memoriam John W. Blatt, elevator consultant and former mayor of Put-in-Bay, died Thursday, February 21, 2008 at The Lutheran Memorial Home in Sandusky. He was 68. John was born in New Martinsville, West Virginia to Carl and Evelyn (Ward) Blatt. John was valedictorian of the class of 1957 at Magnolia High School in New Martinsville. John earned his Bachelors of Science in Industrial Management in 1961 from The Ohio State University where he was active in the Navy ROTC, served as president of his fraternity, Phi Kappa Theta, and the Interfraternity Council, and received the President's Award of Excellence from 1959-1961. His ROTC experience led to his service in the United States Navy following graduation. John served as a lieutenant on the USS Skate, which was one of the first nuclear submarines. His business career began at the Haughton Elevator Company where he was employed from 1967-1977 when he joined Kerschner Elevator where he remained until 1984. In that year he founded his own elevator consultant company, John W. Blatt Elevator Consulting, Inc. which he owned and operated until he retired in 2007. Well known and respected in the vertical transportation industry, John's consultancy was one of the leaders in the United States. He frequently taught and spoke at various conventions and seminars in the industry. Clients included major universities, hospitals, office buildings, apartments, housing authorities and factories throughout Ohio, Indiana, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Kentucky, Florida, Michigan and other states. He also served on various committees and boards including the Board of Directors of Elevator U and the Board of the National Association of Vertical Transportation Professionals where he also served as Ethics Chairman. John was also a member of the National Assn. of Elevator Safety Authorities, the National Assn. of Elevator Contractors, and a qualified Elevator Inspector certified by ASME. A resident of Put-in-Bay, OH, from 1984-2002, John served that community as mayor from 1996-2002. During his tenure, he led efforts to improve quality of life through increased law enforcement and other initiatives in the island community that attracts thousands of visitors every summer. He took great pride in attracting events to the island and enjoyed officiating at weddings and other significant events. As mayor, John established a scholarship fund for deserving graduates of Ottawa County high schools. While living in Put-in-Bay, John served on Village Council from 1986-1987, owned the bakery and was a real estate broker and owned and operated the Island Realty Company. He was also a member of the Put-in-Bay Yacht Club. While serving as mayor, John's great appreciation for law enforcement personnel became even greater. He became, and remained throughout the rest of his life, a supporter of law enforcement agencies, sponsoring drug enforcement and interdiction training seminars. John purchased two police canines for area departments, including Ajax, Put-in-Bay's first police K-9, who was imported from Germany. Ajax died in the line of duty in Put-in-Bay. The second K-9 John purchased was an import from the Czech Republic, Alex, who has served a number of local departments and is currently serving in Marblehead. John has also donated funds to local police departments to help fight the drug war. John's commitment to law enforcement was further demonstrated by his serving as Advisor to the Board of the African American Law Enforcement Agents Assn. Returning to the mainland in 2002, John made Port Clinton, OH, his home so he could be near good friends and his beloved Lake Erie. In typical John Blatt fashion, he immediately became involved in and supportive of the community. He was a member of Historic Port Clinton where he was involved in putting on the annual Walleye Festival. John initiated the Education Tent and the educational events at the festival. He was also a member of the Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce, the Catawba Island Club, and various other groups and activities. In everything John did, he was committed. In addition to the above activities, John was a member of The Ottawa County Republican Central Committee, The Great Lakes Historical Society, life member of the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society, life member of The Ohio State University Alumni Assn., former member of the Northwest Ohio Mayors and Managers Assn., former board member of Toledo Economic Planning Council, former advisor to the US Small Business Administration, former president of the Toledo Area Small Business Assn., and a delegate to the White House Conference on Small Business in 1980. John's presence, wisdom, guidance, and enthusiasm will be truly missed by all who knew him. |
 | LTTE - TAMIL EELAM'S VIDEO CLIP -EVER SEEN THIS PLACE? NICE. TAMIL EELAM - NInaivil Oru Neruppu-Tamil Eelam NINAI VIRUKIRATHA TAMIL MAKKALAE. THIS IS OUR LAND. THIS IS OUR SEA. THIS IS OUR VILLAGE. WHERE IS IT NOW. What is Tamil Eelam? Tamil Eelam is a de facto state in Indian Ocean. It is located below the Tamil Nadu state of India and in the North East of Sri Lanka. The state of Tamil Eelam has been established by the people living there under the right of self determination given by International Covenant of Civil and Political Rights , Article 1, to which Sri Lanka is a signatory. The proposed size of the independent nation of Tamil Eelam is 19,509 km². This makes Tamil Eelam the 153 largest country/independent territory in the world. There are a total of 232 country/independent territories in the world. Tamil Eelam would be larger than East Timor at 14,874 km², which is the newest formed country in the world. East Timor gained independence after 24 years of Indonesia occupation on May 20, 2002. Why did Tamils in Sri Lanka want Tamil Eelam? Sri Lanka, which was renamed in Sinhala in 1972, had been called as Ceylon by British during colonial times. Before 1833, the Tamil people were under different administration. They had their own kingdoms, culture and language which are very different from those of Sinhalese until 1505. The first colonial invasion took place in 1505. British brought Tamils and Sinhalese under one administration in 1833 and called this new colony as Ceylon. When the British left in 1948, the 20% Tamils were left with 80% Sinhalese within a unitary country where the decisions were taken by democratic parliament system. Under this system, racially polarised Sinhalese and Tamils were ruled by the constant majority of Sinhalese against the democratic wishes of Tamils as Tamils were the constant minority. Who is the leader of Tamil Eelam? Vellupillai Pirabakaran, the leader of Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) is the present National Leader of Tamil Eelam. His supported by a council of commanders who establish policy on everything from law and order to economic. The policy of the LTTE is that this is an interim solution until democratic elections can be held. Is Tamil Eelam a communist idea? No. Tamil Eelam is the home land of highly religious Hindu, Christian and Islamic Tamil speaking people. Tamils of Tamil Eelam are from the ancient times, known for their trade and commerce. Tamil Eelam will be a democratic country once it become independent. Tamil Eelam is expected to be a socialist state. Just like the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. What is the present state of Tamil Eelam? Presently, some Northern and Eastern parts of Tamil Eelam are under the Tamil Eelam administration. Although a war is going on, Tamil Eelam administration functions very effectively to achieve self reliance and self sufficiency. There are forty eight essential items were banned by Sri Lankan authorities to the de facto state of Tamil Eelam. Some of them are now allowed by the new government with the expectation that the people of Tamil Eelam would give up their right to chose their political status freely. Is there religious freedom in Tamil Eelam? Not only religious freedom, but the people are encouraged to follow their own religion by Tamil Eelam administration even under the severe war conditions and economic ban. The Christian, mainly Catholic and Hindu religious leaders are always provided all the support needed for their religious freedom. Islam, however, is not being practiced presently, as the Muslims have been asked to leave the Tamil Eelam territory until the independence of Tamil Eelam. The Muslims supported the aggressive Sri Lankan Sinhala and Muslim Military against the freedom of Tamil Eelam. Can any one travel to Tamil Eelam? Yes. Like in any other countries, for Tamil Eelam also the immigration and emigration laws are applicable at the borders. Since a war is going on for the independence, several additional restrictions are imposed on travellers for national security reasons and for the security of the life of travellers. What are the Islands of Sri Lanka? Included in the traditional homeland of the Tamil in Sri Lanka are a series of seven islands off the northern coast. These islands are: • Kayts • Mandaitivu • Eluvaitivu • Paraittivu • Analaitivu • Nainativu • Punkudutivu • Delft • Mannar What are some of the natural resources in Tamil Eelam? Ilmenite, Rutile, and Zircon Sri Lanka's north-east Pulmoddai coastline consists of mineral-rich sand. The 60 to 70 percent heavy minerals concentration of ilmenite, rutile and zircon are considered on of the best in the world. The main deposit consists of around 60 percent ilmenite, eight percent rutile and 8-10 percent zircon. Ilmenite, a black, heavy, metallic oxide mineral, is the major source of titanium, a metal valued for its high strength and light weight. Titanium's strength is such that it can withstand very high temperatures and is non-corrosive. Titanium is used in the construction high-performance military aircraft and rockets, space capsule skins, armour plate, aircraft firewalls, jet engine components, landing gears, submarines, and engine parts (as an alloy). Rutile, on the other hand, is mainly used in the titanium metal industry and in welding rods. Zircon is in demand in the ceramic industry for high quality glazing, foundries, and electrical items. Since September 1997, there has been little attempt to mine this mineral wealth. Production stopped after the Tiger attack sank a Lanka Mineral Sands cargo ship loaded with ilmenite anchored one kilometre off the beach. Pulmoddai is considered one of the best mineral sites in the world, with a heavy mineral content of 60 to 70 percent compared to beach deposits in Australia, a big producer, where the concentration is only five percent. Surveys commissioned by Lanka Mineral Sands indicate that the heavy minerals actually come from the island's interior, after being washed down by rivers such as the Mahaweli, Sri Lanka's longest river. New surveys, both onshore and offshore, estimate there are more than 12 million tonnes of heavy minerals in Pulmoddai and other nearby untapped areas, all on the east coast. They estimate that the reserves could last 25 to 30 years at the rate it was mined in the past. The state-run company's earning capacity reflects the wealth of this area: it was earning around 300 million rupees (about 3.3 million U.S. dollars) annually during its peak. So much so that until the Tigers struck in 1997, Lanka Mineral Sands, which pays royalty to the government for the mining rights, was the most profitable venture among state companies. Salt Prior to 1990 Elephant Pass and Kurunchativu located 10km apart had the largest salterns in the northeast with a combined area of 100 acres, and produced more than 85,000 metric tons of salt a year. The salt production in this area was sufficient in 1990 to meet all of Sri Lanka's needs and for export to other countries such as Singapore from Kurikattuvan harbor. The British monopolized all salt production in Sri Lanka under their control in 1938 with the establishment of the Salt Department in the wake of the 'Salt Satyagraha' by Mahatma Gandhi in India. The Salt Department was made the National Salt Corporation in 1966. All salterns in Sri Lanka were under the corporation before 1990. The salt production stopped in 1990 to 2000 when the Sri Lankan Army Elephant Pass garrison removed timber lining the edges of salt pans were removed by the SLA for military purposes. What are some Quotes on Eelam? 'I was once asked by an Englishman connected with the British Refugee Council: 'You say Tamil Eelam, but where are the boundaries of this Tamil Eelam that you talk about? Show me.' I was taken aback by the directness of the question. I thought for a while, searching for an appropriate response. Then I replied: 'Take a map of the island. Take a paint brush and paint all the areas where Sri Lanka has bombed and launched artillery attacks during these past several years. When you have finished, the painted area that you see - that is Tamil Eelam.''' - Sathasivam Krishnakumar (Col Kittu) Zurich, on Maha Veerar Naal, in November 1990 |
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