#Vancouver Restoration Companies

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Work with SERVPRO of North Vancouver to receive timely and competent water damage restoration assistance. Rapid reaction times and efficient restoration services for both commercial and residential premises are our team's areas of expertise in North Vancouver. Rely on our skilled specialists to minimize damage, remove water, and return your property to its original state, regardless of the aftermath caused by a burst pipe, floods, or any other water-related calamity. Peace of mind in the face of water damage issues is provided by SERVPRO's dedication to excellence, which guarantees a smooth and effective restoration process.

[superiorllc]

Superior LLC | Water Damage Restoration Service | Restoration Companies in Vancouver WA

Ours is among the top-rated Restoration Companies in Vancouver WA, we specialize in restoring any property to its pre-damaged condition. Our team of experts utilizes state-of-the-art equipment to remove excess water and dehumidify all affected areas. From us, you can always expect quick response time and efficient services. Moreover, acquiring our 24/7 emergency Water Damage Restoration Service in Vancouver WA, can help mitigate the damage and prevent further loss. From assessing the extent of damage to drying the moisture content from your premises, we have you covered – bringing your property back to normal. Our service charges are also kept at the lowest possible scale for your convenience. So, if you need our expert assistance, give us a call today.

[batboyblog]

Things Biden and the Democrats did, this week.

January 19-26 2024

The Energy Department announced its pausing all new liquefied natural gas export facilities. This puts a pause on export terminal in Louisiana which would have been the nation's largest to date. The Department will use the pause to study the climate impact of LNG exports. Environmentalists cheer this as a major win they have long pushed for.

The Transportation Department announced 5 billion dollars for new infrastructure projects. The big ticket item is 1 billion dollars to replace the 60 year old Blatnik Bridge between Superior, Wisconsin, and Duluth, Minnesota which has been dangerous failing since 2017. Other projects include $600 million to replace the 1-5 bridge between Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, $427 million for the first offshore wind terminal on the West Coast, $372 million to replace the 90 year old Sagamore Bridge that connects Cape Cod to the mainland,$300 million for the Port of New Orleans, and $142 million to fix the I-376 corridor in Pittsburgh.

the White House Task Force on Reproductive Healthcare Access announced new guidance that requires insurance companies must cover contraceptive medications under the Affordable Care Act. The Biden Administration also took actions to make sure contraceptive medications would be covered under Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and Federal Employee Health Benefits Program. HHS has launched a program to educate all patients about their rights to emergency abortion medical care under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act. This week marks 1 year since President Biden signed a Presidential Memorandum seeking to protect medication abortion and all federal agencies have reported on progress implementing it.

A deal between Democrats and Republicans to restore the expand the Child Tax Credit cleared its first step in Congress by being voted out of the House Ways and Means Committee. The Child Tax Credit would affect 16 million kids in the first year and lift 400,000 out of poverty. The Deal also includes an expansion of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit which will lead to 200,000 new low income rental units being built, and also tax relief to people affected by natural disasters

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted for a bill to allow President Biden to seize $5 billion in Russian central bank assets. Biden froze the assets at the beginning of Russia's war against Ukraine, but under this new bill could distribute these funds to Ukraine, Republican Rand Paul was the only vote against.

The Senate passed the "Train More Nurses Act" seeking to address the critical national shortage of nurses. It aims to increase pathways for LPNs to become RNs as well as a review of all nursing programs nationally to see where improvements can be made

3 more Biden Judges were confirmed, bring the total number of Judges appointed by President Biden to 171. For the first time in history the majority of federal judge nominees have not been white men. Biden has also appointed Public Defenders and civil rights attorneys breaking the model of corporate lawyers usually appointed to life time federal judgeships

[aeide-thea]

06-07-23 Why Patagonia helped Samsung redesign the washing machine

Samsung is releasing a wash cycle and a new filter, which will dramatically shrink microfiber pollution.

Eight years ago, Patagonia started to study a little-known environmental problem: With every load of laundry, thousands (even millions) of microfibers, each less than 5 millimeters long, wash down the drain. Some are filtered out at water treatment plants, but others end up in the ocean, where fibers from synthetic fabric make up a surprisingly large amount of plastic pollution—35%, by one estimate. Fragments of your favorite sweatshirt might now be floating in the Arctic Ocean. In a collaboration that began two years ago, the company helped inspire Samsung to tackle the problem by rethinking its washing machines. Today, Samsung unveiled its solution: A new filter that can be added to existing washers and used along with a “Less Microfiber” cycle that Samsung also designed. The combination makes it possible to shrink microfiber pollution by as much as 98%.

[…] Patagonia’s team connected Samsung with Ocean Wise, a nonprofit that tests fiber shedding among its mission to protect and restore our oceans. Samsung shipped some of its machines to Ocean Wise’s lab in Vancouver, where researchers started to study how various parameters change the results. Cold water and less agitation helped—but both of those things can also make it harder to get clothing clean. “There are maybe two ways of increasing the performance of your washing machine,” says Moohyung Lee, executive vice president and head of R&D at Samsung, through an interpreter. “Number one is to use heated water. That will obviously increase your energy consumption, which is a problem. The second way to increase the performance of your washing machine is to basically create stronger friction between your clothes . . . and this friction and abrasion of the fibers is what results in the output of microplastics.” Samsung had already developed a technology called “EcoBubble” to improve the performance of cold-water cycles to help save energy, and it tweaked the technology to specifically tackle microfiber pollution. “It helps the detergent dissolve more easily in water so that it foams better, which means that you don’t need to heat up your water as much, and you don’t need as much mechanical friction, but you still have a high level of performance,” Lee says. The new “Less Microfiber” cycle, which anyone with a Samsung washer can download as an update for their machine, can reduce microfiber pollution by as much as 54%. To tackle the remainder, the company designed a filter that can be added to existing washers at the drain pipe, with pores tiny enough to capture fibers. They had to balance two conflicting needs: They wanted to make it as simple as possible to use, so consumers didn’t have to continually empty the filter, but it was also critical that the filter wouldn’t get clogged, potentially making water back up and the machine stop working. The final design compresses the microfibers, so it only has to be emptied once a month, and sends an alert via an app when it needs to be changed. Eventually, in theory, the fibers that are collected could potentially be recycled into new material rather than put in the trash. (Fittingly, the filter itself is also made from recycled plastic.) When OceanWise tested the cycle and filter together, they confirmed that it nearly eliminated microfiber pollution. Now, Samsung’s challenge is to get consumers to use it. The filter, which is designed to be easily installed on existing machines, is launching now in Korea and will launch in the U.S. and Europe later this year. The cost will vary by market, but will be around $150 in the U.S. The cycle, which began to roll out last year, can be automatically installed on WiFi-connected machines.

[penhero]

The summer 2023 Pennant is in layout and production and mail out to Pen Collectors of America members will be mid July.

This is the cover shot:  A later example of Rider’s Master pen in woodgrain hard rubber. The sculpted gripping area indicates that it was made after Rider moved from Rockford, Illinois, to Ann Arbor, Michigan.

This issue is packed with interesting articles:

CARBON FIBER: THE REINFORCER

David Nishimura explains how carbon fiber can be used in pen restoration.

IN THE BEGINNING: ESTERBROOK, PART II

Andrew Midkiff continues the story of a company that made a lasting mark in the history of writing instruments.

THE PENS OF JAY GRAY RIDER, PART II

Douglas Haugen adds to the body of research on the Illinois-based J. G. Rider Pen Company.

A PENCIL “AS GOOD AS THE PEN”

Jonathan A. Veley shares a portion of his award winning book A Field Guide to Sheaffer’s Pencils.

A PULLMAN FROM THE GRAVE

Laurence Oldfield describes his complex restoration of a pen that had been buried for decades.

A RETRO51SPECTIVE

Gary Weimer explores the popularity and collectability of Retro 51.

TECH TALK

NO. 13: PARKER’S AID FOR THE DISABLED WRITER

By Tim Laros and Todd Eberspacher 

ARTISAN PROFILE:

Ian Schon and SCHON DSGN

Let’s Hear It for the Locals:

Vancouver Pen Club by Maja Furlong

You can sample a PDF of past Pennant articles here:

If you aren’t a member of the Pen Collectors of America, you should be!

You can find more information about joining the PCA and subscribing to the Pennant at this link:

[mostlysignssomeportents]

This day in history

Tonight (Apr 25) I’ll be in San Diego for the launch of my new novel, Red Team Blues, at 7PM at Mysterious Galaxy Books, hosted by Sarah Gailey. Please come and say hi!

Tomorrow (Apr 26), I’ll be in Burbank, signing Red Team Blues at Dark Delicacies at 6PM.

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#10yrsago HOWTO die at Burning Man https://burners.me/2013/04/25/9-ways-to-die-at-burning-man/

#10yrsago Fair use decision: remixing is legal even when there is no intent to comment or parody original work https://www.artnews.com/art-in-america/features/richard-prince-wins-major-victory-in-landmark-copyright-suit-59404/

#10yrsago Debunking the HTML5 DRM myths https://web.archive.org/web/20130427210336/http://freeculture.org/blog/2013/04/23/dont-let-the-myths-fool-you-the-w3cs-plan-for-drm-in-html5-is-a-betrayal-to-all-web-users/

#10yrsago Akissi: kids’ comic about a mischievous girl in Cote D’Ivoire https://memex.craphound.com/2013/04/26/akissi-kids-comic-about-a-mischievous-girl-in-cote-divoire/

#10yrsago Publishing should fight ebook retailers for more data https://web.archive.org/web/20130428235824/http://www.thebookseller.com/blogs/tangible-assets.html

#10yrsago Jello Biafra talks Occupy, music, and Obama https://www.theguardian.com/music/2013/apr/25/jello-biafra-obama-occupy

#10yrsago Too-big-to-fail banks implicated in $500 trillion fraud: biggest price-rigging scandal in history https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/everything-is-rigged-the-biggest-price-fixing-scandal-ever-82255/

#5yrsago A who’s-who of tech manufacturers sent scaremongering letters to the Illinois legislature to kill Right to Repair https://www.vice.com/en/article/vbxk3b/appliance-companies-are-lobbying-against-right-to-repair

#5yrsago Security researchers can turn Alexa into a transcribing, always-on listening device https://threatpost.com/researchers-hacked-amazons-alexa-to-spy-on-users-again/131401/

#5yrsago Microsoft sends recycler to jail for reinstalling obsolete, licensed copies of Windows on refurbished PCs https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/true-crime/wp/2018/04/24/recycling-innovator-eric-lundgren-loses-appeal-on-computer-restore-discs-must-serve-15-month-prison-term/

#5yrsago Trump’s finance watchdog wants to make the taxpayer-funded database of crooked banks go dark https://www.npr.org/2018/04/25/605835307/the-consumer-complaints-database-that-could-disappear-from-view

#5yrsago Little Brother is 10 years old today: I reveal the secret of writing future-proof science fiction https://www.tor.com/2018/04/26/ten-years-of-cory-doctorows-little-brother/

#1yrago Bottled water monopolist admits recycling is bullshit https://pluralistic.net/2022/04/26/plastic-fatalistic/#recycled-lies

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Catch me on tour with Red Team Blues in San Diego, Burbank, Mountain View, Berkeley, San Francisco, Portland, Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, DC, Gaithersburg, Oxford, Hay, Manchester, Nottingham, London, and Berlin!

[mandolinistry]

Taru van den Born is a Dutch blacksmith with a degree in Psychology, who offers training to ND folks, which he believes is therapeutic in many ways. He is doing a wonderful thing for ND folks. Folks like me, as I have ADHD.

I feel the same concepts and benefits could be found in woodworking, or any number of handcrafting/trade fields like smithing and woodworking.

I've certainly found woodoworking immensely beneficial for my ADHD. I didn't even get diagnosed or treated until I was 32. I spent my life before that being terrible at everything, and never sticking with anything for long except music, which I still wasn't very good at. I never understood why and assumed I'd always be a mess. Couldn't even hold a job for very long.

I got into woodworking shortly after getting help for my ADHD. Getting therapy and meds was profoundly life changing. Woodworking (or any craft) is no substitute for proper treatment and I wouldn't be where I am without out the support and good work being done by the docs at the Adult ADHD Clinic at the Hope Centre in North Vancouver. It's the only clinic of it's kind in Canada, a pilot project where adults with ADHD can get help entirely funded by public healthcare.

Woodworking had given me something I can engage with and focus on. I can lose myself in it for hours working on some small detail, existing only in the space between the wood and aris of the chisel. It's grounding, and very gratifying.

It requires a degree of planning and organization. I've gotten a lot of use out of the organization and project management skills I learned in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but also refined those and learned a lot more through woodworking. It's taught me a lot of patience as well.

It's also diverse enough to keep my ADHD brain filled with novelty and change. One day I might be carving dovetails, the next restoring an old tool using electrolysis, the next doing some basic metalworking to make a blade or a thread cutter. There's always new techniques and methods to learn or research to do. Maybe today I'll go down a rabbithole on Victorian furniture decorative carvings, or some obscure facet of making iron age lyres. I've even translated books from Swedish and Finnish just to learn the minutae of Tagelharpa and Jouhikko bowed lyres.

So it gives me a universe of things to explore while staying in orbit around that central point of woodworking.

In the end, I have a physical object I created, or someone else does, but I made it. I can see my progress in physical objective terms. There is something deeply satisfying about that. Its creative but also very functional and practical. I'm engaging my artistic side by making something that is beautiful, or makes beautiful noise. At the same time its something physical which serves a practical purpose.

I never thought I'd be good at anything, but I'm getting good at this, and getting better every day, and that simple thing alone has been so good for my ADHD brain.

Of course, at my job most of my day is just making simple components, customizing doors, or replicating pieces for customers, but its still grounding and satisfying. Sometimes that includes restoring 150 year old doors or replicating Victorian moulding. Replicating or making custom components often requires creativity as I need to work out how to do it, and occasionally design new jigs and guides specific to that component. Sometimes I get to make new tools or equipment, such as a router table, for the shop.

I have to give my company a lot of credit for being a supportive environment that's helped me grow and put up with my constant screwups. This is very much a form of privilege that many of us ND folk can only wish for, and I wish we could all have. Taru van den Born seems to be fostering that kind of environment, which is just as important as any practical skill he might teach there.

I think we all, ND and Normie alike, could learn some things from his example, and I don't just mean how to forge metal.

Anyway thanks for coming to my TED Talk.

[if-you-fan-a-fire]

“POLICE QUELL ANYOX PARADE,” The Province (Vancouver). February 4, 1933. Page 1.  --- Peace Restored After Demonstrators Make Dash For Town. ---- COMPANY STATEMENT --- VICTORIA. Feb. 4. (CP) Keeping their firearms in their holsters and using their flsts. thirteen officers of the provincial police stood off a body of approximately 400 strikers at Anyox on Thursday evening, repelling two attempts on the part of men to get into the town. In a third attempt the men joined up with another party at the Beach Mine. Order was immediately restored and the affair has simmered down to peaceful picketing of the plant, provincial officials were advised. 

Briefly reviewing the facts, a spokesman for the government said that the situation was well in hand and adequate measures were being taken to see that order Is preserved. It must be understood that the province would not provide relief for men who refused the offer of work, he added. 

Advices to the government showed that the majority of the large number of men at Anyox wish to continue at work. 

MAY CLOSE DOWN. Provincial officers at the scene were reinforced today, and latest reports showed that all was quiet. Representatives of the men have given an undertaking that no damage to property is intended. Provincial officials were chiefly concerned with the possibility that the plant might be permanently closed down by the operating company, which has not sold any copper since 1931 but maintained operations to give employment at the site. 

In a statement Issued today. Mr. Charles Bocking, president and managing director of the Granby company, declares: 'Recently radical agitators entered Anyox and succeeded In forming a union, known as the Mine Workers' Union of Canada, which is identified 'with the Workers' Unity League of Canada and the Red Internationale. 

"On Monday, January 30, these radicals, made up almost entirely of the foreign element employed at the mine and smelter, held a meeting and presented certain demands to the company officials, some of which were an increase in wages, reduction in board, and recognition of this union, advising the officials that if these demands were not met. they would call a strike at the mine on Wednesday, February 1, and would shut down the remainder of the plant on Friday February 3. 

WILLING TO WORK. "The company was unable to meet their demands, as the property had been operated at a heavy loss for the past two years, and has declared that under no circumstances would it recognize this radical union. As a result, the men have carried out their threats, and at this writing the plant is closed down entirely, with the exception of the heat, light and water system. 

"More than half of the employees have not joined the union, and desire to work, but. by reason of widespread intimidation of these loyal workmen and their families, they have been forced to abandon their work, and as a result over one thousand men, who have been regularly employed by the company, are now Idle. 

"There have been some clashes between the strikers and the police and at the present time a serious situation exists and the company is unable to operate.

"The plant at Anyox has, at the earnest solicitation of it local officials, operated for over two year for the benefit of its loyal workmen and the company regrets that by the actions of these foreign laborers, influenced by Communist agitators, the works have been closed down."

[AL: Again, company and provincial police hand in hand to crush a strike, and blaming Reds and foreigners for labour strife - and the newspaper publishing straight up propaganda for the company. Not a surprise - it’s a BC tradition (and Canadian tradition.)]

[laresearchette]

Friday, January 13, 2022 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: SERVANT (Apple TV +) SUPER LEAGUE: THE WAR FOR FOOTBALL (Apple TV +)

WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT? SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS PRESENTS THE TIDAL ZONE (Premiering on January 14 on YTV at 9:30am) GOLD, LIES & VIDEOTAPE (TBD - Discovery Canada)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

AMAZON PRIME CANADA HUNTERS (Season 2) THE TEST (Season 2)

CBC GEM BUMP (Season 3) FALLING THE U.S. & THE HOLOCAUST

CRAVE TV ALL ABOUT STEVE BACHELORETTE BIG TROUBLE IN LITTLE CHINA THE BOXTROLLS CAMP COLD BROOK CITIZEN KANE DINE YOUR SIGN: (Season 1) ENEMY THE FABULOUS BAKER BOYS THE FIVE-YEAR ENGAGEMENT FUBAR FUBAR 2 HELL OF A WEEK WITH CHARLAMAGNE THA GOD (Season 1) HIGHWAY THRU HELL (Season 1) I AM BRUCE LEE INCENDIES MID-CENTURY THE MUNSTERS MY DOG SKIP A SINGLE MAN     TEEN MOM: GIRLS NIGHT IN (Season 2) VALERIAN AND THE CITY OF A THOUSAND PLANETS WOMAN IN GOLD YOUR HONOR (Season 2, Episode 1)

DISNEY + STAR THE FLAGMAKERS RETROGRADE THE TERRITORY

NETFLIX CANADA BREAK POINT DOG SKY ROJO (Season 3) SUZAN & FREEK TRIAL BY FIRE

GRAND SLAM OF CURLING (SN) 2:30pm: Canadian Open - Draw #14 (SN1) 6:30pm: Canadian Open - Draw #15 (SN/SN1) 10:30pm: Canadian Open - Draw #16

NLL LACROSSE (TSN/TSN5) 6:30pm: FireWolves vs. Thunderbirds

NHL HOCKEY (SN) 7:00pm: Jets vs. Penguins (SNWest) 10:00pm: Oilers vs. Sharks

OHL HOCKEY (TSN4) 7:30pm: Oshawa Generals vs. Kitchener Rangers

NBA BASKETBALL   (TSN2) 7:30pm: Warriors vs. Spurs (SN Now) 8:00pm: Thunder vs. Bulls (TSN2) 10:00pm: Nuggets vs. Clippers

MARKETPLACE (CBC) 8:00pm: 8:00pm: The People Vs. The Phone Giants: We put the big three phone companies to the test, revealing how you can get the best deal. And we compare Canada’s high prices to other countries.

HOUSE HUNTERS (HGTV Canada) 8:00pm (SEASON PREMIERE):  It's baby fever for two couples who are in a hurry to buy a home before their first baby arrives. In Washington, DC, expectant parents are at odds on price and location, and in California, a couple is conflicted about the cost to get their dream.

STUFF THE BRITISH STOLE (CBC) 8:30pm: Underneath the late Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation throne was a sacred stone that was stolen from Scottish kings. One Christmas night, a group of Glasgow students decided to steal it back.

THE NATURE OF THINGS (CBC) 9:00pm: Rat City: Remarkable superpowers make rats the evolutionary heroes of the animal kingdom.

TRANSPLANT (CTV) 9:00pm: Bash tries saving a couple whose wedding was waylaid by gunfire; Mags' demanding teen patient needs birth control; June struggles with an old habit; an activist patient puts Theo in his place.

SAVING THE MANOR (HGTV Canada) 9:00pm (SERIES PREMIERE): Dean and Borja decide to close their vacation rentals and give their total focus to a long, hard winter of restorations to the manor; first up is the main floor of their historic Stables building.

MID-CENTURY (Crave) 9:00pm:  A couple rent a vacation home haunted by the spirits of the architect who built it and his two wives, as well as their deranged, living son.

CRIME BEAT (Global) 10:00pm: Cindy James: Terror in the Shadows Part 2:  For seven years, Cindy James told police she was being stalked; when the Vancouver nurse's lifeless body was found two weeks after she went missing, and no suspects, a coroner's inquest is called in hopes of solving the mystery.

KEN & BARBIE KILLERS: THE FRIENDS SPEAK (Super Channel Fuse) 10:00pm:  From the outside looking in, the relationship between Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka was picture-perfect, but it was a different story behind closed doors.

CAMP COLD BROOK (Crave) 10:50pm:  Strange events plague crew members of a reality TV show when they visit an infamous backwoods camp that was the site of a mass murder 20 years earlier.

[feathercleaning]

Discover the Top Pressure Washing Services in Vancouver: Restore Your Property's Sparkle with Expert Care

Pressure washing is an essential service for maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of both residential and commercial properties. When looking for a professional cleaning service in Vancouver, it's important to understand what pressure washing companies offer. Feather Building Maintenance Ltd. is one of the leading names providing top-notch cleaning solutions, including pressure washing, tailored to meet your specific needs.

Pressure washing services in Vancouver provide an array of services that go beyond basic cleaning. From removing stubborn dirt and grime to restoring the look of various surfaces, these services are ideal for both residential and commercial properties. Whether you're a homeowner or a business owner, these companies offer tailored solutions to keep your spaces pristine. When searching for professional cleaning services in Vancouver, consider the diverse offerings of pressure washing companies to ensure your property shines.

Pressure Washing Services in Vancouver: Offered by Feather Building Maintenance Ltd.

1. Driveway and Sidewalk Cleaning

Carports and sidewalks persevere overwhelming foot activity, presentation to climate, and other components, which can lead to stains and discoloration. Pressure washing services in Vancouver use high-powered equipment to remove oil stains, dirt, algae, and other debris, restoring these surfaces to their original appearance. This service not only enhances curb appeal but also ensures the safety of walkways by preventing slips and falls.

2. Deck and Patio Cleaning

Decks and patios are popular outdoor spaces that can accumulate mold, mildew, and dirt over time. Professional pressure washing companies utilize specialized equipment to clean wooden, composite, and concrete surfaces without causing damage. Regular cleaning services in Surrey, like those offered by Feather Building Maintenance Ltd., help maintain the integrity and aesthetics of these outdoor areas.

3. House Siding Cleaning

Exterior siding, whether it's vinyl, brick, or wood, can become dirty and discolored due to weather exposure. Pressure washing is an effective way to remove dirt, mold, and mildew from your home's exterior, making it look fresh and well-maintained. Residential cleaning services in Vancouver include house siding cleaning as part of their comprehensive offerings, ensuring your home looks its best year-round.

4. Roof Cleaning

Roofs can harbor moss, algae, and lichen, which can cause long-term damage if left untreated. This service is particularly beneficial for those looking to maintain their property’s value and curb appeal.

5. Gutter Cleaning

Clogged gutters can lead to water damage and other costly repairs. Pressure washing services in Vancouver include thorough gutter cleaning to ensure proper water flow and prevent blockages. By removing leaves, debris, and dirt, pressure washing companies help protect your home from potential water-related issues.

6. Fence Cleaning

Fences, like other outdoor structures, can accumulate dirt, algae, and other stains. Pressure washing is an effective way to clean and rejuvenate your fences, whether they're made of wood, vinyl, or metal. Feather Building Maintenance Ltd. offers specialized cleaning services in Vancouver, tailored to the specific materials and needs of your fencing.

Why Choose Feather Building Maintenance Ltd.?

Feather Building Maintenance Ltd. stands out among pressure washing companies in Surrey due to its commitment to quality and client fulfillment. Their team of experienced professionals uses advanced equipment and eco-friendly cleaning solutions to deliver exceptional results. Whether you need residential cleaning services in Surrey or commercial pressure washing, they provide reliable and effective solutions tailored to your needs.

Merits of Hiring Professional Pressure Washing Services in Vancouver

Enhanced Curb Appeal: Regular pressure washing keeps your property looking fresh and inviting, which is particularly important if you're planning to sell or rent.

Preventative Support: By evacuating hurtful substances like form and green growth, weight washing makes a difference in anticipating harm and drags out the life expectancy of your surfaces.

Time and Exertion Sparing: Enlisting a proficient cleaning service in Surrey spares you the bother and time of doing it yourself, guaranteeing careful and proficient work.

Safety: Professional pressure washing eliminates slippery substances like algae, reducing the risk of accidents on your property.

Conclusion

Pressure washing services in Vancouver, like Feather Building Maintenance Ltd., offer a wide range of services designed to keep your property looking its best. From driveways and patios to roofs and gutters, their comprehensive cleaning solutions cater to all your needs. Whether you're in require of private cleaning administrations in Surrey or a proficient cleaning benefit in Surrey for your commerce, pressure washing is a vital component of property upkeep. Choosing the right company ensures your surfaces are cleaned safely and effectively, enhancing both the appearance and longevity of your property.

By understanding the services offered by pressure washing services in Vancouver, you can make an informed decision that best suits your needs, ensuring your property remains clean, attractive, and well-maintained throughout the year.

[penhero]

The summer 2023 Pennant is in the mail! Pen Collectors of America members should see their copies starting later this month. This is the cover shot: A later example of Rider’s Master pen in woodgrain hard rubber. The sculpted gripping area indicates that it was made after Rider moved from Rockford, Illinois, to Ann Arbor, Michigan. This issue is packed with interesting articles: CARBON FIBER: THE REINFORCER David Nishimura explains how carbon fiber can be used in pen restoration. IN THE BEGINNING: ESTERBROOK, PART II Andrew Midkiff continues the story of a company that made a lasting mark in the history of writing instruments. THE PENS OF JAY GRAY RIDER, PART II Douglas Haugen adds to the body of research on the Illinois-based J. G. Rider Pen Company. A PENCIL “AS GOOD AS THE PEN” Jonathan A. Veley shares a portion of his award winning book A Field Guide to Sheaffer’s Pencils. A PULLMAN FROM THE GRAVE Laurence Oldfield describes his complex restoration of a pen that had been buried for decades. A RETRO51SPECTIVE Gary Weimer explores the popularity and collectability of Retro 51. TECH TALK NO. 13: PARKER’S AID FOR THE DISABLED WRITER By Tim Laros and Todd Eberspacher  ARTISAN PROFILE: Ian Schon and SCHON DSGN Let’s Hear It for the Locals: Vancouver Pen Club by Maja Furlong You can sample a PDF of past Pennant articles here: https://pencollectorsofamerica.org/pennant/featured/ If you aren’t a member of the Pen Collectors of America, you should be! You can find more information about joining the PCA and subscribing to the Pennant at this link: https://pencollectorsofamerica.org

[findnajim]

The Ultimate Guide to Car Detailing in Vancouver: Why It's Essential and How to Choose the Best Service

Introduction

Owning a car in Vancouver is both a privilege and a responsibility. With the city’s diverse climate—from rainy seasons to sunny days—keeping your vehicle in pristine condition can be challenging. This is where car detailing comes in. Car detailing in Vancouver isn’t just about making your car look good; it’s about preserving its value, enhancing its longevity, and ensuring that it’s always a pleasure to drive.

Why Car Detailing is Important in Vancouver

1. Protection Against the Elements: Vancouver's weather can be tough on vehicles. The frequent rain can lead to water spots and rust, while the occasional sunny day can cause paint to fade. Regular detailing protects your car's exterior from these harsh elements.

2. Preserve Your Car’s Value: If you plan to sell or trade your car in the future, regular detailing can help maintain its value. A well-maintained vehicle with a clean, polished exterior and a spotless interior can fetch a higher resale price.

3. Enhanced Aesthetic Appeal: Let's face it, everyone loves a clean, shiny car. Detailing helps remove all the dirt, grime, and scratches that accumulate over time, leaving your car looking as good as new.

4. Improve Safety: A clean car isn't just about aesthetics. Clear windows and mirrors are essential for safe driving, especially during Vancouver's frequent rain showers. Regular detailing ensures that these crucial components are always spotless.

What Does Car Detailing Include?

1. Exterior Detailing: This involves cleaning and restoring the car’s exterior, including washing, polishing, and waxing. The goal is to remove dirt, grime, and scratches while providing a protective layer against future damage.

2. Interior Detailing: Interior detailing focuses on cleaning the inside of the car, including seats, carpets, and dashboards. This process often includes vacuuming, steam cleaning, and the use of specialized products to clean and protect surfaces.

3. Engine Detailing: While often overlooked, engine detailing is essential for maintaining the vehicle's performance. It involves cleaning the engine bay, removing dirt and debris, and ensuring that all components are in good working order.

4. Special Services: Many detailing services offer additional options like ceramic coating, which provides a longer-lasting protective layer, and paint correction to remove deep scratches and imperfections.

How to Choose the Best Car Detailing Service in Vancouver

1. Check Reviews and Testimonials: One of the best ways to find a reliable detailing service is to read reviews and testimonials from previous customers. Look for companies with a track record of satisfied clients who praise their attention to detail, customer service, and results.

2. Ask About Products and Techniques: Not all detailing services are created equal. Some use higher-quality products and more advanced techniques, which can make a significant difference in the final result. Don’t hesitate to ask about the products they use and the processes they follow.

3. Look for Mobile Services: In a bustling city like Vancouver, convenience is key. Many top detailing services offer mobile options, where they come to your home or office to detail your car. This saves you time and effort, allowing you to focus on your day while your car gets the attention it deserves.

4. Consider Eco-Friendly Options: If you’re environmentally conscious, look for detailing services that use biodegradable products and water-saving techniques. Vancouver is known for its green initiatives, and supporting eco-friendly businesses is a great way to contribute to the community’s sustainability efforts.

The Added Benefit: Window Tinting

While detailing is essential for maintaining your car's appearance and value, window tinting offers additional benefits, especially in Vancouver’s diverse climate. Tinted windows can reduce glare, block harmful UV rays, and keep your car cooler in the summer. For more details on the benefits of window tinting, check out this link to learn how it can complement your car's detailing.

Conclusion

Car detailing in Vancouver is more than just a luxury—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re looking to preserve your car’s value, improve its appearance, or simply enjoy a cleaner, more comfortable ride, regular detailing is the way to go. By choosing a reputable service that offers high-quality products, advanced techniques, and convenient mobile options, you can ensure that your vehicle remains in top condition, no matter what the city’s weather throws at it. Don't forget to consider window tinting as an additional step to enhance your car's comfort and safety.

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"WINNIPEG COUNCIL SEES FIST FIGHT," The Province (Vancouver). August 29, 1933. Page 5. --- Labor Alderman and Taxi Head Scuffle Over Graft Charge. ---- WINNIPEG, Aug. 29.-(CP) - History was made in the Winnipeg City Council chamber when Alderman John Blumberg, labor representative, and Arthur T. Henderson, president of a local taxicab company, staged a furious bout of fisticuffs. It was the first time such a scene had been witnessed in the historic room.

The unscheduled bout, witnessed by council members and crowded galleries, occurred during the weekly council session last night.

The battle of fists followed a verbal duel over a statement made recently by Henderson, who charged that for $500 any by-law could be passed through the council. The council was considering a taxicab by-law when the bout opened, and it was two minutes before the contestants had been pushed into a hall, outside the council room, and order was restored.

The combatants traded blow for blow and kept whaling away as cries of "stop it" and "push them outside" rang out on all sides. In the hall, Blumberg administered the last punch, a terrific right to the jaw, and after a clinch, the council policeman separated the warriors. Henderson's glasses were knocked off in the melee and stamped and crushed underfoot.

"Anyone who accuse me of grafting can come outside," was the invitation the alderman issued earlier in the evening.

Henderson said he was prepared to stand by his allegations. "I have no intention of running away from any alderman," he added.

Henderson, minus his glasses, was asked later if he intended laying a charge against the alderman.

"I don't think he is worth it," he replied.

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Events 8.2 (before 1930)

338 BC – A Macedonian army led by Philip II defeated the combined forces of Athens and Thebes in the Battle of Chaeronea, securing Macedonian hegemony in Greece and the Aegean. 216 BC – The Carthaginian army led by Hannibal defeats a numerically superior Roman army at the Battle of Cannae. 49 BC – Caesar, who marched to Spain earlier in the year, leaving Marcus Antonius in charge of Italy, defeats Pompey's general Afranius and Petreius in Ilerda (Lerida) north of the Ebro river. 461 – Majorian is arrested near Tortona (northern Italy) and deposed by the Suebian general Ricimer as puppet emperor. 932 – After a two-year siege, the city of Toledo, in Spain, surrenders to the forces of the Caliph of Córdoba Abd al-Rahman III, assuming an important victory in his campaign to subjugate the Central March. 1274 – Edward I of England returns from the Ninth Crusade and is crowned King seventeen days later. 1343 – After the execution of her husband, Jeanne de Clisson sells her estates and raises a force of men with which to attack French shipping and ports. 1377 – Russian troops are defeated by forces of the Blue Horde Khan Arapsha in the Battle on Pyana River. 1415 – Thomas Grey is executed for participating in the Southampton Plot. 1492 – The Jews are expelled from Spain: 40,000–200,000 leave. Sultan Bayezid II of the Ottoman Empire, learning of this, dispatches the Ottoman Navy to bring the Jews safely to Ottoman lands, mainly to the cities of Thessaloniki (in modern-day Greece) and İzmir (in modern-day Turkey). 1610 – During Henry Hudson's search for the Northwest Passage, he sails into what is now known as Hudson Bay. 1776 – The signing of the United States Declaration of Independence took place. 1790 – The first United States Census is conducted. 1798 – French Revolutionary Wars: The Battle of the Nile concludes in a British victory. 1830 – Charles X of France abdicates the throne in favor of his grandson Henri. 1858 – The Government of India Act 1858 replaces Company rule in India with that of the British Raj. 1869 – Japan's Edo society class system is abolished as part of the Meiji Restoration reforms. 1870 – Tower Subway, the world's first underground tube railway, opens in London, England, United Kingdom. 1873 – The Clay Street Hill Railroad begins operating the first cable car in San Francisco's famous cable car system. 1897 – Anglo-Afghan War: The Siege of Malakand ends when a relief column is able to reach the British garrison in the Malakand states. 1903 – The Ilinden–Preobrazhenie Uprising against the Ottoman Empire begins. 1914 – The German occupation of Luxembourg during World War I begins. 1916 – World War I: Austrian sabotage causes the sinking of the Italian battleship Leonardo da Vinci in Taranto. 1918 – The first general strike in Canadian history takes place in Vancouver. 1922 – A typhoon hits Shantou, Republic of China, killing more than 50,000 people. 1923 – Vice President Calvin Coolidge becomes U.S. President upon the death of President Warren G. Harding.