Digest for April 19, 1999
Table of Contents
RECENT GUESTBOOK ENTRIES . . .
01-19 April 99 Sender: alshavng@hotmail.com
Subject: Alex
02-19 April 99 Sender: vanscoy@cgocable.net
Subject: Rick Petersen
RECENT EMAIL . . .
01-19 April 99 Sender: "Marianne Ruane" (mruane@internews.ru)
Subject: conference in Moscow on drug trafficking and abuse
02-19 April 99 Sender: "gary clark" (garyclark@hotmail.com)
Subject: E A R T H D A Y
03-19 April 99 Sender: TaurusC@aol.com
Subject: Great phone rates: US->Moscow/StPetersburg =$0.29/min
04-19 April 99 Sender: "Paul Richardson" (paul@rispubs.com)
Subject: Call Moscow and Help Russia!
05-19 April 99 Sender: Allan Pechkoff (pechkoff@cyberbeach.net)
Subject: Maxim Gorky
06-19 April 99 Sender: Yanki Pursun (fyp@gmx.de)
Subject: Digest for 99-04-14 - time zones exist in Uzbekistan
07-19 April 99 Sender: Kathy Lewis (ceche@igc.org)
Subject: Global Health and Environment Bulletin
08-19 April 99 Sender: Tursumatov Behzod (behzod@khj.td.silk.org)
Subject: Letter for friendship.
09-19 April 99 Sender: "Serguei Alex Oushakine" (oushakin@ssc.upenn.edu)
Subject: Ford HR Position
10-19 April 99 Sender: "Serguei Alex Oushakine" (oushakin@ssc.upenn.edu)
Subject: Habitat CIS/Europe Position
11-19 April 99 Sender: "zubair khan" (zubi99@hotmail.com)
Subject: need russian friends
12-19 April 99 Sender: Steve Yates (SYates@ihl.state.ms.us)
Subject: Notification of a new book on Russia and
adoption by Americans
13-19 April 99 Sender: yakov stul (stul22@yahoo.com)
Subject: about book
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RECENT GUESTBOOK ENTRIES . . .
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Sender: alshavng@hotmail.com
Subject: Alex
Found nice Russian on-line store at http://www.socium.com
Particulary good selection of books, good prices.
Any other good Russian on-line sources?
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Sender: vanscoy@cgocable.net
Subject: Rick Petersen
Hello from Canada! What a splendid way to learn about other people,
through friends and partners. I'm 38 years old, divorced(isn't everyboby?)
and work in the stock market here in Canada. Ever since I was a young boy
I have been fascinated with Russia and her people. I even went so far as
to study the Russian language in University. Sad to say I have forgotten
most of what I have learned. I have many interests including economics,
politics, history and hockey (for those of you old enough to remember that
CAnada did beat Russia in 1972 Summit Series) What I would like is to
correpond with Russians interested in those subjects, or any that you might
choose.
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Sender: "Marianne Ruane" (mruane@internews.ru)
Subject: conference in Moscow on drug trafficking and abuse
Please use the contact information listed below for more information.
8 March 1999
Dear colleagues:
Drug trafficking and abuse are economic and social problems that have
acquired a global character in the last decade. Nowadays, most countries
face this acute problem. The United Nations ranks drug issues with the
danger of nuclear war and ecological disaster, which threaten all man-kind.
Since the problem of drug trafficking is very acute, complicated and
many-sided, the International Association Against Drug Abuse and Drug
Trafficking, with support from the Government of the Russian Federation,
will hold in Moscow, on June 25-26, 1999, the World Anti-Drugs Congress "XXI
Century Without Drugs".
Moscow was chosen as Congress site for the following reason: at present,
international drug-traffickers encouraged by local criminal groups carry out
a wide scale drug- attack against Russia and the CIS. It is also evident
that as drug problems are acquiring a global character, NGOs and public
movements worldwide have been joined into coalitions against drug
trafficking, related crimes, and the spread of addictions.
Representatives of the United Nations, World Health Organization (WHO),
International Police Organization (INTERPOL) and a number of other
international foundations and scientific-research institutions are
participating in the Congress. In this connection, we would like to request
your participation in the work of the Congress and to inform members of
your networks that we would be happy to see them all in Moscow. We hope this
to become a vivid example of interaction and cooperation among NGOs during
the "Anti-Drugs Decade (1991-2000)", declared by the Secretary General of
the United Nations.
The Association is ready to extend official invitations, and programme
details to those able to attend the Congress.
With respect and hope for cooperation,
Mr. Vladimir Burlaka, President
International Assn. Against Drug Abuse and Drug Trafficking
095-971-6835 tel. /fax.
095-281-5718 tel.
For Details Contact:
Ms. Olga Krupina,
Office of the Secretariat
IAADADT World Congress
Gpartner@cityline.ru
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Sender: "gary clark" (garyclark@hotmail.com)
Subject: E A R T H D A Y
E A R T H D A Y
April 22, 1999
Each day the Earth nurtures us & spins endless flows of abundance
& wonder, offering its beauty & variety of life-forms. In
extraordinary moments we might sense ourselves dwelling on the Earth
within the vastness of time & space. But the Earth also overwhelms
us, leaving us perplexed by the vast powers of nature beyond human
understanding.
We have the intelligence & intuitive powers to dwell profoundly
in the waves of Earth-Energy flowing all around us, all through us.
By deeply appreciating the Earth, we can arouse a renewed passion
for the enduring magic of being alive, a sincere respect for all
other forms of life, & a sense of awe for the flow of creation in a
Universe forever composing.
The Earth is sheltered by the perfect closeness of the distant
Sun, floating in an ocean of stars. We have the ability to REAL-ize
that we are privileged to be here at all, participants in the
dazzling drama that is the Earth. We are given this gift of life;
our best response is thankfulness.
We have the potential to seek Peace, flowing with the greater
cycles of nature & life, feeling the interwoven qualities of Earth &
mind. The hidden poet within us can hear in the nightwind a
forgotten song or feel in a stone the pulse of an ancient day. More
than ever, this is the time for us to sense the Earth as an Ancient
Treasure, a source & resource of life beyond belief.
It is up to us to create visions of the Earth that promote Peace,
that will encourage & enhance life, that will preserve the quality of
the vast, shimmering, sunlit oceans & protect the plant & animal
forms from unreasonable destruction. We are response-able, we are
the Keepers of this Treasure--Earth, alive for more than 4 billion
years, surging with living patterns of energy--the planet of miracles!
garyclark@hotmail.com
angelfire.com/fl/garyclark
Gary Clark, P O Box 3031, Clearwater Beach, FL 33767 USA
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Sender: TaurusC@aol.com
Subject: Great phone rates: US->Moscow/StPetersburg =$0.29/min
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Sender: "Paul Richardson" (paul@rispubs.com)
Subject: Call Moscow and Help Russia!
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Other incredible calling options too. But the best part is that we are
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investigated the options out there and decided to bring these deals
to the attention of Russophiles everywhere. Instead, we are going
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Russian non-profit organizations.
So, save many calling Russia and help Russia in the process!
To find out more, visit:
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Sender: Allan Pechkoff (pechkoff@cyberbeach.net)
Subject: Maxim Gorky
I am researching the family tree of the Russian writer Maxim Gorky, aka
Alexei Maximovitch PESHKOV. Anyone with any info please contact me.
Allan Pechkoff
1231 St.Anthony Street,
HANMER, Ontario P3P 1B8
pechkoff@cyberbeach.net
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Sender: Yanki Pursun (fyp@gmx.de)
Subject: Digest for 99-04-14 - time zones exist in Uzbekistan
There is only one time zone in Uzbekistan. All year long Uzbekistan is GMT +5
Best regards
Yanki
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Sender: "jon smith" (jssrvs@hotmail.com)
Who knows how many time zones exist in Uzbekistan? According to all
maps, there are 2. Tashkent is in the eastern one, and Samarkandand
Bukhara are in the western one. the eastern one is 2 hours ahead of
Moscow, which should make Tashkent 3 hours ahead, or GMT + 7 (6 in the
summer, since Uzbekistan does not observe DST). If it is GMT +7, then
why do airlines observe +5?? have time zones changed in the country
in the past few years. No one can give me the answer, even a phone
call to the Uzbekh Embassy in Moscow got me nowhere.
http://havayollari.webjump.com/uzbekistan
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Sender: Kathy Lewis (ceche@igc.org)
Subject: Global Health and Environment Bulletin
Dear Colleague,
As you are aware, the Center for Communications, Health and the
Environment (CECHE) produces a quarterly electronic bulletin, The Global
Health Promotion Bulletin.
We invite you to submit information regarding new developments, current
events, activities, or projects related to health and environmental
issues that you would like to have included in the July issue. As with
each of the previous bulletins, we will not be publishing articles or
reports in their entirety, rather summarizing them in order to include
as many as possible. Although we cannot assure that all submissions
will be included due to space constraints, we encourage you to send what
you feel is relevant to the topics of health and the environment. This
information will be disseminated globally in order to reach as many
people as possible. Please email us your reports/information at
, or fax us at (202)-965-5996 by Friday, April 23 in
order to expedite the release of the next issue.
We are also asking that you send email addresses of colleagues whom you
feel would benefit from receiving this bulletin. We would be happy to
add them to our mailing list.
Thank you for your time. We look forward to your contributions.
Program Officer
Center for Communications, Health and the Environment
4437 Reservoir Road, NW
Washington, D.C. 20007
Phone: (202) 965-5990
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Sender: Tursumatov Behzod (behzod@khj.td.silk.org)
Subject: Letter for friendship.
Hi.I want to introduce myself to you.I'm Behzod Tursumatov.I'm a student
of the faculty of "International Economic Relations".I'm 19 years old.
I want to become a diplomat in future.In faculty we learn English,but
I'm planing to learn other languages in order to visit a lot of countries.
I want to become knowledgeble in economy life of other countries.
If you want to meet with me write by address.
I wait for your letters.
GOOD BYE!
Best regards,Behzod.
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Sender: "Serguei Alex Oushakine" (oushakin@ssc.upenn.edu)
Subject: Ford HR Position
From: craig zelizer
The Ford Foundation
Job Title
Assistant Manager, Prof. Recruitment
Job Type
Full-Time
Position Type
Management
Location
New York
Computer Skills
Basic
Job Summary
The Ford Foundation, headquartered in NYC, is a private
philanthropic organization working globally to strengthen
democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote
international cooperation and advance human achievement. We
are seeking to staff a new position providing an unusual
opportunity to work in global recruiting.
Responsibilities The Assistant Manager will not only recruit
professional staff - particularly Program Officers carrying
out the Foundationís grant making work in the US and in
developing countries -but will also coordinate the
Foundationís internship program for recent Masterís
graduates. The successful candidate will assist in the
overall administration of the Employment Unit and function
as a resource for the entire HR office. Qualifications
Accordingly, we require the candidate to have a broad range
of skills and knowledge: strong management and recruiting
skills; the abilities of a researcher/journalist; and
knowledge of, or strong interest in, the fields and regions
of the world where the Foundation works. It is a unique
position that provides an opportunity for individuality,
nuance and learning - and the ability to make a key
contribution to the Foundationís work.
Salary is based on experience and on the Foundationís
commitment to internal equity. We also offer an unusually
generous benefit package. To apply, send resume, cover
letter and a brief writing sample.
Application deadline is May 15, 1999.
For a detailed job posting, please request from
j.falck@fordfound.org
And, please visit our web site at www.fordfound.org.
Application
Procedure
Mail Resume
Contact
Ms. S. Gordon
The Ford Foundation
320 East 43rd Street
Dept. 781
New York, NY 10017
j.falck@fordfound.org Email
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Sender: "Serguei Alex Oushakine" (oushakin@ssc.upenn.edu)
Subject: Habitat CIS/Europe Position
From: craig zelizer
Program Enhancement Director, Europe/CIS
#3179, Position initially located in Americus, Ga., subsequently
Europe Reporting to the Area Director, Europe/CIS, this position is
responsible for the strategic development of Program Enhancement,
training, volunteer activities and services in the Area. The position
manages, coordinates and guides the implementation of training
programs, Global Village short-term mission, Church Relations and
Special events in the Europe/CIS Area, both in support of in-country
programs and in regards to area initiatives. Must have a Bachelor's
degree and a minimum of five years relevant experience. Must also
have program management or international development experience,
experience in a management role, outstanding oral and written
communication skills, excellent organizational skills and
administrative skills, ability to work within a team, computer
literate in use of word-processing, spreadsheet and database
software. The ability to speak at least two languages of origin in
the area, previous experience in Program Enhancement functions with
Habitat, grant writing skills desirable, knowledge of Habitat's
worldwide mission preferred.
See www.habitat.org for more info
We are currently interviewing for the following salaried and hourly
positions at Habitat for Humanity's International Headquarters in
Americus, Georgia, or in field offices as noted. Please send cover
letter and resume -- by mail to: Staffing Manager, Habitat for
Humanity International, 121 Habitat Street, Americus, GA 31709 USA;
or by fax at: (912)924-0641; or by e-mail to:
Vicki_L._Cross@habitat.org. No phone calls, please.
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Sender: "zubair khan" (zubi99@hotmail.com)
Subject: need russian friends
hi
how are you.
i am zubair khan from pakistan.i am doing law.i am 25 years old.
i want to draw your attention towards my real aim of joining your net
work.i like russia and their people too much.i am really very fond of
penfriendship with them.
can you help me in this regard.i wnat that you send me if you can
russian girls mail and e.mail address regularly to my e.mail.
can you have such kind of digest.from todays digest i find one
penfriend from russia.so pls send me girls mail and e.mail addresses.
i will be grateful to you.
pls kindly inform me about it.
thanks again.
zubair
bye
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Sender: Steve Yates (SYates@ihl.state.ms.us)
Subject: Notification of a new book on Russia and adoption by Americans
Dear Friends & Partners--
I wanted to make sure you knew about CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR columnist
Robert Klose's new book ADOPTING ALYOSHA: A SINGLE MAN FINDS A SON IN
RUSSIA. Please find a news release attached below. Let me know if you
have any questions.
Cordially,
Steve Yates
Promotions Manager
University Press of Mississippi
ADOPTING ALYOSHA
A SINGLE MAN FINDS A SON IN RUSSIA
By Robert Klose
March 1999, University Press of Mississippi
$22.00, hardcover, ISBN 1-57806-119-9
Book News for Immediate Release
Single man finds path to Russian adoption difficult and rewarding
Imagine this adoption application: Single man, college biology
professor with good income, flexible schedule, ample vacation time
wishes to adopt son and form a family.
Despite all the positives, Robert Klose says his desire to adopt had a
treacherous time winning acceptance. The problem: "Single man."
"The barriers were daunting," says Klose, author of ADOPTING ALYOSHA: A
SINGLE MAN FINDS A SON IN RUSSIA (University Press of Mississippi,
hardcover $22). "They existed mostly in the form of adoption agencies
that had little or no experience working with single men and foreign
sources that simply would not accept my application."
Although single women have long been permitted to adopt children,
adoption by unmarried men remains an uncommon experience in Western
culture. However, Klose wanted a son so badly that he faced down the
opposition and overcame seemingly insurmountable barriers to realize his
goal.
"Hope, if embraced long, hard and frequently enough, gives way to
conviction," he says.
ADOPTING ALYOSHA, the first book to be written by a single man adopting
from abroad, is his intimate personal account of that quest.
The narrative of his journey serves as an instructional firsthand
account for single men wishing to adopt. It details the prospective
father's heightening sense of anticipation as he untangles bureaucratic
snarls and addresses cultural differences involved in adopting a foreign
child. Happenstance finally led him to Russia, where he found the child
of his dreams in a Moscow orphanage, a Russian boy named Alyosha.
"I am amazed at how little inclination I have to dwell on the painful
and bitter aspects of my adoption experience," Klose says. "Every moment
is charged with a boundless love for this little boy."
Robert Klose is an associate professor of biological science at
University College of Bangor, Maine, and is a regular contributor to THE
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR.
# # #
For more information contact Steven B. Yates, Promotions Manager,
University Press of Mississippi, (601) 982-6459 or e-mail
SYates@ihl.state.ms.us.
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Sender: yakov stul (stul22@yahoo.com)
Subject: about book
Dear Friends,
After 35 years research, I proudly announce the publication of my
Russian language book "Life without illnesses: how to manage your
Health" ("Git, ne boleya"Kak upravlyat zdorovyem). The book contains
the following Chapters:
&My personal expiriense
&Some people live a long life, some people don`t...Why?
&What does the medical statistics tell us?
&A healthy lifestyle: Major principles and rules
&Managing Your healt.
Readers will learn how to manipulate their dayly routines to
maximize their potencial for productive and active lives.
Orders can be directed to the following address:
Mr. Yakov Stul
12730 Shaker Blvd., Apt 304
Cleveland, OH 44120-2043
USA
Email:stul22@yahoo.com
Cost of the book is $10 per copy plus $3 for shipping and handling.
Yakov Stul
_________________________________________________________
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