Any man reported for endearvouring to conceal his number, or refusing to shew (sic) or tell it when properly asked, will be dismissed, as such concealment or denial can only be caused by having done something he is ashamed of. Source: Metropolitan Police. Instructions Orders &c. &c.1836. London: W. Clowes & Sons. [I’m on break.…
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The Atlantic’s annual list of Brave Thinkers just came out. I’m in it (and with some pretty impressive company)! Mind you, this doesn’t actually mean I’m a goodthinker… just a brave one.
From the WSJ via the Atlantic: “It was a great mistake to put routine drug offenses into the federal courts,” he told the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday. The Wall Street Journal went on to report Scalia’s belief that the laws forced Congress to enlarge the federal court system, and diminished “the elite quality of the…
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Old Europe on the front:New Europe on the backside: [I’m on break. Regular blogging will resume in February.]
I’ve made a small effort to understand Rugby, since I’m in the UK and Rugby World Cup is going on in New Zealand (who just beat Argentina). Next weekend are the semi-finals. It will be late at night in America (it’s far too early in the morning here in Europe). Here are my rugby rules…
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That’s me in 2011, holding a 1950’s radio and a 19th century lantern. [I’m on break. Regular blogging will resume in February.]
Looks like there may be a little problem with sergeants not keeping order. The Police Serjeants (sic) are again cautioned, that the manner in which they make their patrol, and march their reliefs along the streets, is constantly observed by the Commissioners, and if the Duty is not done strictly according to order, in silence…
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Just flip up the red filter and press the button to stop cars at night! [I’m on break. Regular blogging will resume in February.]
A shout-out to all my fans at the Pension Roma. Cairo Massive, make some noise! [sound of car horns beeping, calls to prayer, and cooking gas tanks being banging upon]
The attention of the Police is particularly to be directed to the areas and area gates, as person frequently conceal themselves in the area till the Constable on the beat passes, and then commence their operations. The Police Constables on Duty are strictly cautioned not to stop or talk together when they meet on the…
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