2008

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This article from kottke.org profiles Joe Ades, a charismatic vegetable peeler salesman in Manhattan known for his unique sales techniques and refined style.

Jason Kottke finds a linear word clock impractical but lovely.

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Kent State University is thinking about giving out bonuses to faculty if the university does well in freshman retention, research, and fundraising.

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A 2008 blog post discusses a 1958 research study about children's behavior when locked in refrigerators. via Crooked Timber

This page highlights three "Walls of China": the Great Wall, the Green Wall, and the Great Firewall. It provides a brief overview of each, including their purpose, construction dates, and current status.

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