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Posts tagged "United States"

High Winds knock down Morton's Salt Girl Sign Leaving Chicagoans Salty

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Indian summer in Chicago is officially over. Last week we enjoyed weather topping out near 80 degrees. Just a few days later,  Chicago would get 1 1/2 inches of rain dumped on it, bushwacked with 45 mph winds and 60 mph wind gusts. The Morton’s Salt Girl sign was ripped off in Mother Nature‘s tantrum... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
October 19, 2011 at 8:29 pm
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How our broke government is pissing away money

How our broke government is pissing away money
Penis-washing, salamanders, and poetry. This isn’t some kind of kinky menage-tois. Instead, it’s just three of outlandish government expenditures. I wrote the following post in my column on the bitterlawyer.com dealing with the irony of our nation’s financial security, the government’s spending habits, and the impending student loan crisis. With the housing market still in... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
September 13, 2011 at 8:35 am
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Half of Illinois Governors have gone to jail since the 1970's

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In light of the recent jury verdict on the Blago trial, I got to thinking about the corrupt politicians.  Since the 1970′s, Illinois has had 8 governors. Four of these governors have gone to prison on charges related to corruption.  1. Otto Kerner Term: 1961-1968; followed by a term as a Judge on the US... Read more »
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June 27, 2011 at 3:11 pm
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Boobie Trap: Opposing Counsel's Big Breasts are Distracting the Jury

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The legal profession is notorious for being a “boy’s club profession.” Specifically, up until 1980, women only made up 2% of the bar. While women now make up more of the bar, it is unfortunate to note that some attorneys still harbor sexist animosity. Read on … Are the size of a women’s breasts, something... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
May 27, 2011 at 11:31 am
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Fake Picture of Osama bin Laden's Bloodied Face Circulated by Pakistani Media

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According to Aljazeera‘s live blog covering Osama bin Laden‘s Death: At least two Pakistani television stations broadcast pictures of what they called unconfirmed images of Osama bin Laden’s bloodied face after the United States said he had been killed. Update: The photo has been confirmed as a hoax … the real photos of him are... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
May 2, 2011 at 2:04 am
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Fun Facts about Easter

Fun Facts about Easter
Happy Easter! From Peeps to Cadbury Eggs to jelly beans … one of the best things about Easter is the candy …  What part of the chocolate easter bunny do you eat first? I usually go for the tail. Does that make me weird... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
April 24, 2011 at 2:34 pm
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The 20 Strangest Sex Laws

Just when people thought that “closing the deal” was a hard feat … imagine inadvertently violating one of these crazy sex laws.  As a colleague aptly pointed out … perhaps this is an opportunity to create a niche law practice …  Via: Medical Insurance... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
March 2, 2011 at 2:47 am
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Shop Tax Free this Weekend at 900 N. Michigan by Printing this Access Pass -Fashion Sprinkles

Love Chicago shopping, but hate the exorbitant tax rate? Shop Tax free this President’ s Day weekend (February 17-19th) at 900 N. Michigan Avenue Shops.  According to the official site: Shop “TAX-FREE” at over 40 of your favorite stores including J.Crew,MaxMara, Club Monaco, Michael Kors, L’Occitane, Diesel, Galt Toys + Galt Baby, Karen Millen,Original Penguin, Intimacy Bra Fit Stylists, space519, etc. As a Presidents’ Day... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
February 17, 2011 at 11:36 am
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To Do List: Attend Mad About Fashion at Bloomie's This Thursday

To Do List: Attend Mad About Fashion at Bloomie's This Thursday
This Thursday, grab your girlfriends and head over to Bloomingdale’s for the “Mad about Fashion Event.” It’s from 6-8 at 900 N. Michigan Avenue.  According to the site:  Check out new Spring looks — wedges, dresses, new peasant blouses, kitten heels — along with beauty trends on the floor and during a Bloomie’s Fast Track... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
February 8, 2011 at 12:28 pm
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Today is "Dump Your Significant Jerk Day"--who will you be ex-ing?

Today is "Dump Your Significant Jerk Day"--who will you be ex-ing?
Is there ever a right time to dump your ex? Not really. Some people cling to their worse halves holding out for some saccharine sweet, cheesy Valentine’s Day gift. The smart ones realize that the Valentine’s Day candy will probably go straight to their ass and the cheesy present is no consolation prize for dealing... Read more »
By janeofalltrades,
February 7, 2011 at 1:24 pm
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