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		<title>How are Clocks Made</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Clocks are available in a wide range of different styles and sizes, with many variations on the classic analog design and a number of new modern digital time keeping devices. There are a number of factors which influence how individual clocks (Standuhr) are made, including the type of time display and the method that is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Clocks are available in a wide range of different styles and sizes, with many variations on the classic analog design and a number of new modern digital time keeping devices. There are a number of factors which influence how individual clocks (<a href="http://www.uhren-im-internet-kaufen.de/standuhren.html" target="_blank">Standuhr</a>) are made, including the type of time display and the method that is used for time keeping. The vast majority of time keeping devices can be categorised as either analog or digital, with analog designs using angles to indicate time.<span id="more-222"></span> In contrast, digital clocks generally use a numeric display to indicate time, through either a 12 or 24 hour display. However, it is important to note that the type of display is not always a good indicator of the technology inside, with some analog displays using digital time keeping technology instead of a traditional mechanical construction. Clocks are made according to their display mechanism and their method of time keeping.</p>
<p>The invention of the modern clock took place in the 13th century, with time keeping devices before this time looking very different to those of today. Before the 13th century, people measure time through two primary means, water clocks and sundials. However, due to advances in accurate mechanical time keeping technology in the 13th century, people around the world finally had the ability to own and utilise accurate personal time keeping devices. The methods used in mechanical clocks vary according to their construction, although all oscillating clocks, whether analog, digital, or atomic, share a number of similarities. In all cases, a precisely tuned oscillator keeps a beat through the act of repetition, with a controller device used to sustain the oscillators motion and replace any energy that is lost due to friction.</p>
<p>Along with the type of display and the method of time keeping that is used, there are also considerations in terms of the final form of a clock. Clocks can vary a lot in both size and construction, with some common modern materials including plastics and metal. No analysis of clocks can take place without a look into digital time keeping devices, as they have become the primary means that most people tell the time in the 21st century. Most digital clocks use an LCD, LED, or VFD display to indicate the time, and various power mechanisms that are connected to a battery of AC power line.</p>
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		<title>Beautiful Indianapolis apartments near White River State Park</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:51:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Emigrating to a different country can be difficult, there is much to take into consideration, the accommodation is first and foremost and there are many great deals now to be had on the internet for accommodation such as Indianapolis apartments. Before committing to any Indianapolis apartments it is important that you work out what type [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Emigrating to a different country can be difficult, there is much to take into consideration, the accommodation is first and foremost and there are many great deals now to be had on the internet for accommodation such as Indianapolis apartments. Before committing to any Indianapolis apartments it is important that you work out what type of accommodation you are looking for, a good way to do this is to write a list about the type of things you are needing, such as:<span id="more-212"></span></p>
<p>· First and foremost look at the life you have, so for instance if you have a family you need to decide if an apartment is the right choice for you, or whether a house would be more appropriate for your needs.<br />
· Once you have decided on the type of property you are needing, then it is time to decide how many bedrooms you are needing and living rooms.<br />
· Is a garden necessary, or is a garden an inconvenience.<br />
· What sort of accommodation are you wanting, are you wanting a place that you can work on, which may need a bit of TLC, or a place that you can move straight into with little hassle.</p>
<p>The best place to start your search for accommodation is on the internet. There are many ways in which you can find good deals, there are loads of estate agents which are offering some fantastic accommodation. The best way of finding that accommodation is to do your homework, it is no use just looking at one estate agency, it is important to look at them all, just as it is in the UK. This may take a little time, but it will be worth it in the long run, when you find the perfect accommodation for you and your needs.</p>
<p>Once you have a few properties in mind, and an area which you would like to live, then it is time to venture out there to find the accommodation before you move. If this is a reluctant move and you are not wanting to fully commit at this point then it may be worth renting for while in Indianapolis in order to suss out the best places to live. Before committing to any move, it is important to have done your homework, read through all the terms and conditions and if unsure about any aspect to ask a professional for advice on the matter.</p>
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		<title>Web design software for christianity movement</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 06:27:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Christian religion is the biggest religion in the world, with between 1.5 and 2.1 billion adherents from a number of different denominations and sects. Christianity has evolved throughout the ages, and a number of individual Christian communities have splintered off and formed new movements based on new interpretations of the bible and teachings of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Christian religion is the biggest religion in the world, with between 1.5 and 2.1 billion adherents from a number of different denominations and sects. Christianity has evolved throughout the ages, and a number of individual Christian communities have splintered off and formed new movements based on new interpretations of the bible and teachings of Jesus Christ.<br />
<span id="more-148"></span>There have been a number of individual Christian movements throughout the ages, from the first Christian sect within Judaism, right through to the independent and spiritual churches of the modern era. Many of the newer churches are very active in the promotion of their version of Christianity, and many have initiated campaigns to attract new people into their churches and cathedrals. Dreamweaver web design software (<a href="http://www.designfor21st.org/dreamweaver-cs-review.html" target="_blank">http://www.designfor21st.org/dreamweaver-cs4-review.php</a>) is used in many churches, as a way to promote christianity online and develop a deeper relationship with the public.</p>
<p>There is a wide variety of doctrines and practices within Christianity, with individual groups often classified under different denominations. There are five major groupings of Christianity: Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, Oriental Orthodoxy, Protestanism, and Restorationism. Each of these groups has at some time initiated a movement to attract new people, energy, and money into their churches. The first Christian movement occurred in the Jewish communities in the Mediteranean, and grew up in the first few centuries after the birth of Jesus Christ. Since this time, there have been a number of individual movements within the Christian religion, with many occurring as a way to define and solidify new denominations.</p>
<p>Many of the modern churches use the Internet, television, and the print media as a way to get their message across to as many people as possible. Some churches have produced elaborate websites, using dedicated web design software and specially produced videos and textual material. The Internet is a great way for modern churches to promote themselves and their message, as it is an inexpensive and highly focused tool for targeting specific people and demographics within society. While many churches are suffering from a lack of young people at their services, some manage to create great web content with standard Xsitepro Template designs, and continue to attract new energy into their places of worship.</p>
<p>While Christianity continues to suffer due to a lack of numbers around the world, some modern churches are managing to buck the trend. Through using a modern interpretation of the teachings of Jesus Christ, and utilising modern promotional tools like the Internet, many churches are managing to thrive despite the odds. website designer software can be used to help design, develop, and manage Christian websites, and can help to spread the word of God for a number of churches around the world. Whether using a full service web agency (<a href="http://www.webversteher.de/" target="_blank">full service internetagentur</a>) or a cheap work at home freelancer, the services of a good website design professional can make a lot of difference in the marketing of any modern church.</p>
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		<title>Great churches in Sheffield – famed for its stainless steel</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 06:26:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With its valleys of five rivers Sheffield also bears the name of Europe’s greenest city, with over two million trees within the city walls. Sheffield certainly does earn the this title with its four main parks Endcliffe, Weston, Norfolk and Meersbrook Park, Sheffield also has the added advantage of having the winter gardens which are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With its valleys of five rivers Sheffield also bears the name of Europe’s greenest city, with over two million trees within the city walls. Sheffield certainly does earn the this title with its four main parks Endcliffe, Weston, Norfolk and Meersbrook Park, Sheffield also has the added advantage of having the winter gardens which are full of beautiful trees and flowers. <span id="more-146"></span>Sheffield is lesser known for its great Churches, the best known and biggest in Sheffield being the Cathedral. This is located in Sheffield city centre. On the spot where the cathedral stands it is thought that people have been worshipping on this spot for more than 1000 years. There has been a church on the site where the cathedral stands since the Saxtons, over the years it has had to be rebuilt and much work has gone into the Cathedral which stands today. The cathedral is just one of the great churches in Sheffield St. Thomas, Fulwood Church,</p>
<p><img title="church-ranmoor" src="/images/church-ranmoor.jpg" alt="church-ranmoor" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" />Another great church in Sheffield has to be Ranmoor Church, situated in the heart of Ranmoor, this church has stood for over 125 years. Although this is not the original structure of the church as this was burnt down in 1877, fortunately the Spire was saved and incorporated into the structure which stands today.</p>
<p>Although Sheffield can be praised on its Churches which are dotted throughout this city. Most people know Sheffield for its production of Steel. The first record there is of steel activity taking place within the city was in 1692, from this date the industry made a steady incline up the ladder. In 1737 there were only two steel making furnaces in Sheffield which were both owned by Thomas Outibridge. In 1751 a significant expansion of steel production took place, and the rest is history. In the early 1900’s most men in Sheffield went to work in the steelworks, as did there parents and grandparent’s in the past. Where Meadowhall (a massive shopping mall) stands was mostly steel manufacturers. To this day in Attercliffe Sheffield steel production goes on. Although if you were to ask the people of Sheffield they would say that the steel industry is no longer, Sheffield actually produces more steel and pipe clamps than ever before. This is done without the pollution that was associated with steel production in the past, and is done with a highly skilled workforce.</p>
<p>Sheffield used to dominate the market in the making of steel until the latter quarter of the nineteenth century, when Sheffield was overshadowed by the USA and Germany who had the advantage of highly mechandised steel mills. However Sheffield will always be known as Steel City. Sheffields football rivals Sheffield Wednesday and Sheffield United still to this day play Derby matches which are known as Steel City Derby’s and Sheffield ice-hockey team is known as the Steelers.</p>
<p>So with its great churches, title of Europe’s greenest city and the history of steel and stainless steel pipes (<a title="Edelstahlrohr" href="http://www.rofi.de/" target="_blank">Edelstahlrohr</a>), Sheffield certainly earns its place on the map of England.</p>
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		<title>Great Churches in Hamburg</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hamburg is an architecturally significant city which features a number of great churches. One of the best and most well known examples is St. Nikolai’s Church, which was the tallest building in the world in the 19?th century. Another great church in Hamburg is Saint Michael’s Church, which is nicknamed Michel. Saint Peter’s Church is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hamburg is an architecturally significant city which features a number of great churches. One of the best and most well known examples is St. Nikolai’s Church, which was the tallest building in the world in the 19?th century. Another great church in Hamburg is Saint Michael’s Church, which is nicknamed Michel. Saint Peter’s Church is another fantastic architectural delight and is the oldest parish church in Hamburg. The St. Jacobi Church is yet another church worth mentioning. I will offer a brief description of all these churches in this article.</p>
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<p><img title="church-hamburg" src="/images/church-hamburg.jpg" border="0" alt="church-hamburg" hspace="10" align="right" />Saint Nikolai Church lies in the centre of Hamburg. It has the third highest spire in the whole of Germany and is a fine representation of the Gothic revival style of architectural. It holds the distinct honour of being the tallest building in the world from the years of 1874 to 1876. It is now in ruins after the air raids of world war II but did undergo some restoration work in the 1990?s. This church is more of a memorial than anything else, although it is still an impressive architectural landmark and a fantastic monument for Hamburg.</p>
<p>Saint Michael’s Church is probably the cities most famous, dedicated to the archangel Michael and complete with a large bronze statue of the saint while he is conquering the devil. This church is the main protestant church in Hamburg, and one of five important protestant churches throughout the city. St. Michael’s has a large 132 metre baroque spire which is totally covered in copper, offering a truly magnificent sight to visitors and even to sailing ships who have used it as a landmark for centuries. The present day building at Saint Michael’s is the third one at the site after a fire in 1906 and the bombings of Hamburg during the second world war.</p>
<p>The third church that I will mention is St. Peter’s Church, which is close to a number of zleep.de – Hotel Hamburg sites, and car lease showrooms. This is the oldest parish church in Hamburg and is named after the Christian Apostle Peter, who is considered to be the first ever pope by the Catholic Church. Something of notable mention about this church is that it gets some of its revenue through advertising. Huge banners adorn the west and south facades of the church and create what is an interesting – and rather horrible – link between material and spiritual realities.</p>
<p>The final church I will mention is St. Jacobi, one of five principal Lutheran churches within Hamburg. This church can be located right in the city centre and is easily accessible to other major attractions. Hamburg is a great city to visit, with many amazing churches and fantastic hotels and restaurants and easy car lease is a good way of discovering many of its treasures.</p>
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		<title>Garden Lighting for Religious Festival</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 06:24:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Christmas is traditionally the one time of the year when families get together to celebrate. It is a time when everyone wants to be home for Christmas, particularly for people who have been working away and may not have seen their families for a long time. Preparations start early for Christmas and from September onwards [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Christmas is traditionally the one time of the year when families get together to celebrate. It is a time when everyone wants to be home for Christmas, particularly for people who have been working away and may not have seen their families for a long time. Preparations start early for Christmas and from September onwards the shops will start to fill up their shelves with Christmas decorations, venetian chandeliers (<a href="http://www.italian-lighting-center.com" target="_blank">Italian Lighting Center</a>) , Christmas cards, baubles and tinsel. Some people prefer to buy an artificial Christmas tree while others will wait until nearer Christmas and buy a real pine Christmas tree.<span id="more-142"></span> Advent calendars are bought for children and from the 1st December they are able to open a little door on each day of the month and find a picture behind that features something to do with Christmas. The last box to be opened will be on Christmas day. Very often these Advent calendars will also have a chocolate behind each box that is opened up. Once the Christmas tree goes up, Christmas is getting nearer. Garden lights will be bought to brighten up the outside of the house and many people will pay a visit to the outdoor-lighting-centre.co.uk where they can buy the garden lights as well as other Christmas outdoor ornaments. Christmas Day is very important and the Christmas dinner is one of the main features. For children, of course, the opening of their Christmas presents is what Christmas is all about and whether Father Christmas has been and brought them the toys they wanted. Christmas is a truly magical time for children and many of them will have been awake all night waiting for Father Christmas to arrive. Once the presents have been exchanged and opened, thoughts turn to the Christmas dinner which is usually turkey with roast potatoes, vegetables, and all the trimmings followed by Christmas pudding.</p>
<p>Sometimes because we are so busy buying presents and trimming up the house together with all the fun and laughter at Christmas, people very often forget that Christmas is really a religious festival to celebrate the birth of Christ. Church’s will be open on Christmas Eve for the midnight service followed by services throughout Christmas Day. For the children many Church’s hold what is called a Christingle Service where children will bring an orange with a red ribbon around it and a candle through the centre which will be lit to represent that Jesus is the light of the world. The Church welcomes everybody and will very often place garden lights around the entrance of the doors to light up details of the times of the Christmas services. Many Church’s will have a nativity scene outside which again will be lit up by garden lights. The Church will also place garden lights along the paths leading into the Church for safety reasons. In the run up to Christmas schools will encourage children to take part in nativity plays and invite the parents into the school to watch.</p>
<p>Garden lights have become very popular all year round both for businesses and people just wanting to light up their gardens at night. By using garden lights it makes it possible to have barbeques and other activities after dark. In the run up to Christmas the outdoor-lighting-centre.co.uk becomes even busier as the demand for garden lights increases. Houses are now decorated outside by colourful garden lights placed around the windows and garden lights will be hung from nearby trees and bushes. Christmas decorations can be bought from the outdoor-lighting-centre.co.uk of illuminated Father Christmas’s, Snowmen, Reindeers and many other outside decorations which all add to the sparkle and wonder of Christmas. As well as an inside Christmas tree which will also be decorated with Christmas lights people will decorate their rooms with holly and mistletoe. Big cities also make use of garden lights for their outdoor Christmas displays and the switching on of the Christmas lights will attract many people. Children particularly enjoy seeing the Christmas lights being switched on which is usually followed by different forms of entertainment that encourages the crowds to stay longer and perhaps visit the shops which will stay open later.</p>
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		<title>Espresso Machine for Church</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many churches located in every country throughout the world. Many larger churches have kitchen areas or even refreshment areas set up in order to provide their congregation with refreshments before and after services, as well as during special events such as fundraisers, presentations and others. An espresso machine for church may sound like [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many churches located in every country throughout the world. Many larger churches have kitchen areas or even refreshment areas set up in order to provide their congregation with refreshments before and after services, as well as during special events such as fundraisers, presentations and others. An espresso machine for church may sound like a strange choice for many church goers, but the truth is that an espresso machine may be just what many need in order to keep the coffee running throughout whatever occasion may be at hand.</p>
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<p>An espresso machine, particularly a large or commercial version, can provide churches with enough coffee to ensure that no one has to do without a cup of their favorite beverage. Typically speaking, many people enjoy machine coffee and there are thousands of people around the world who simply crave espresso and will not settle for any other type of coffee when the craving hits them. For those who love their cup of espresso, espresso machines set up in your church can give you the boost that you need to get you through long and grueling tasks such as planning for events and/or providing help in your church’s nursery. Typically speaking, most larger churches have nurseries that provide child care for parents in order for those parents to enjoy church services. These nurseries may be filled with hundreds of small children and infants. Imagine caring for all these children without your cup of coffee to get you through.</p>
<p>Of course, nurseries are not the only reason that an espresso machine in church is a good idea. Again, there are many larger churches that plan a fair amount of events throughout the year. Holiday events, memorials, fundraisers and others take a lot of planning and that planning takes a lot of time. Having an espresso machine handy to provide volunteers and church staff with a good, strong cup of coffee can help to give them the boost that they need to ensure that the job gets done. In addition, coffee is simply one of those drinks that bring people together. Nearly everyone in the world enjoys sitting down to a good cup of coffee and some friendly conversation. Coffee in church can add to the family environment and actually bring the congregation closer by simply giving them the opportunity to converse with each other while enjoying this wonderful cup of espresso.</p>
<p>No matter what the size of your church or the size of your congregation, it simply makes sense to have a coffee machine or more particularly an espresso machine. By providing your church goers with a good, fresh, aromatic cup of coffee, you are actually showing them that you care about keeping them comfortable and want to provide them with everything that they need in order to fulfill their tasks. Whether those tasks are related to church organization, fundraising or any other aspect, having the ability to provide people with a good cup of coffee is virtually essential in today’s world.</p>
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		<title>Engraving church clock in Stuttgart</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2010 06:22:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When I was told by my company that I would be flying to Stuttgart to engrave (Gravuren Stuttgart) a church clock I was intrigued to find out more about the history of Stuttgart. As I strolled through the city centre, it felt as if I was taking a trip back through time and history. The [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When I was told by my company that I would be flying to Stuttgart to engrave (Gravuren Stuttgart) a church clock I was intrigued to find out more about the history of Stuttgart. As I strolled through the city centre, it felt as if I was taking a trip back through time and history. The architecture of the medieval old palace is an experience I will not forget in a hurry. I found that shopping is Stuttgart was a completely different experience to that in England, it felt more relaxed, with street entertainers keeping you occupied between shops it was a happy experience rather than a stressful one.<br />
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<p><img title="church-clock" src="/images/church-clock.jpg" border="0" alt="church-clock" hspace="10" align="right" />It is amazing to think that one of the earliest clocks was driven by water. The sounding of the bell on the hour, which is a feature of most clocks nowadays, was the only way you could tell that an hour had past in the first mechanical clocks that were made. Clocks as we know them now were known as clocca, this is the Latin term for bell. This has progressed by the 14th century to ‘clocke’ in English. Most mechanical clocks were driven by the fall of weights. It was this mechanism that was used when the time piece known as the watch was invented, originally worn by sailor, the earliest watches that were made were not known for there reliability, and often stuck on the same time for hours before moving. Hence the term ‘clock watch’.</p>
<p>Most of the early clocks which were made were very expensive and could only be found on buildings of importance, such as churches and public buildings. It took until around 1600 for clocks to first be seen in British households. They were hung on the wall and had three weights which allowed them to work. Most only had an hour hand, they did not have a pendulum as this was not invented until 1658.</p>
<p>So I am here is Stuttgart and ready with my tools to engrave a clock. I have arrived at the building where the clock is. It is an old church, just outside of the centre with beautiful fields surrounding it. I can see for miles the view of Stuttgart is breath taking. The church has a big old spire and the clock is situated just beneath this.</p>
<p>I have been told by the vicar that the engraving is to be done on the front of the clock, just below the centre. To enable me to do this work I have made sure that the mechanism does not move whilst I am engraving. I am to engrave the name of someone who was a member of this church. I am to put their date of birth along with the date they passed on. They apparently did an enormous amount of fund raising for the church, and this is seen as a great honor for someone’s name to be engraved into the clock. As I complete my task, I stand back and look with pride at what has been achieved here in Stuttgart (Trauringe Stuttgart).</p>
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		<title>Churches, prefabricated garages and steel in Sheffield</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sheffield in England is known as the Steel City, and it has been famous for its steel industry for a long time. The city of Sheffield was built in a natural amphitheatre nestled among seven hills, with five rivers running through it – the Sheaf (in which the city is named), the Loxley, Don, Rivelin [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sheffield in England is known as the Steel City, and it has been famous for its steel industry for a long time. The city of Sheffield was built in a natural amphitheatre nestled among seven hills, with five rivers running through it – the Sheaf (in which the city is named), the Loxley, Don, Rivelin and Porter rivers. It is the hills around the city that provided Sheffield with the raw materials that were necessary for its steel industry to thrive. These geographic features were the building blocks that powered the steel industry in Sheffield. The hills provided coal, iron and millstone grit; while the rivers provided the water power that ran the city. The forests in the surrounding area also provided the city with the timber and charcoal that also helped the fueling process.<br />
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<p>In times way before the industrial revolution had begun, Sheffield was still known for the manufacturing of tools and building materials. Nails, knives, scissors, axes and many other work related tools were made in Sheffield before the times of the industrial revolution. This meant that when the technology became available tor the steel and manufacturing industries to grow, Sheffield was already in the dominant position, with the history and knowledge to become the leader in its field. In the 17th century however, a couple of developments took place which really put the city of Sheffield on the map, and paved the way for the future of the city in the coming decades and centuries. Steel production and tool and cutlery manufacture in particular were to benefit from the introduction of these new techniques.</p>
<p>The crucible steel process was the first and most important new development of this time, as it allowed a much stronger and harder quality of steel to be produced. Steel was now able to be produced in much larger quantities, making modern projects like Prefabricated Garages (<a href="http://www.ott-garagen.de/garagen-fertiggaragen.php" target="_blank">Fertiggaragen</a>)  a reality. The crucible steel process was invented by Benjamin Huntsman, and his new technique helped to increase steel production in Sheffield in a dramatic fashion. From an already existing steel output of around 200 tons a year, the crucible method now allowed 20,000 tons to be developed. One other important discovery at this time was due to Thomas Boulsover who managed to invent silver coated cutlery, opening up the market in silver related cutlery to the middle classes and increasing the production in a huge way.</p>
<p>The modern day steel industry in Sheffield is still strong, with innovation in steel still taking place in the city in the 19th century. Stainless steel was invented in Sheffield by a man named Harry Brearley in 1912, and even later developments in the latter part of the century saw the development of modern low-alloy, high-strength steel. It is this kind of material that is still used in the construction of twin garages (<a href="http://www.ibk-villingen.de/garagen-bauarten.html" target="_blank">Doppelgaragen IBK-Villingen</a>) , gate motor (<a href="http://www.exclusiv-home.de/Kategorie/42/Garagentorantriebe.htm" target="_blank">Torantrieb</a>)  and keeps the prefabricated garage industry alive through the production of related products for them like door motors and locking mechanisms. A lot of research into the technologies that may drive the steel industry into the future is still going on in Sheffield today. It is not all about steel however, and there are a number of churches and other buildings that make Sheffield the city that it is today.</p>
<p>There are a number of churches in Sheffield, new and old, along with many listed buildings all over the city. The Church of St. Thomas a Becket is a grade 1 listed building built in the period from 1276 to 1283 and restored by Edward Pegge. Broomhill Church is a grade 2 listed building, as is the Cathedral Church of St Marie and the Sacred Heart Church in Hillsborough. St Johns Church was built in 1888, and lies in the suburb of Ranmoor near Sheffield. Although there are not many famous churches in the city of Sheffield, there are a number of listed churches which are great examples of their time. Sheffield steel may always be what this region is known for, and rightfully so. There are however many churches and other spots that have also been important in making Sheffield the city that it is today.</p>
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		<title>Christmas Cards</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although Christmas on the television and in the shops starts around October time in the United Kingdom. The build up to Christmas usually starts around the first of December, with the first day on the Advent Calendar being opened. The children in Nurseries and Schools start their rehearsals for their Christmas concert, whilst mums and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Although Christmas on the television and in the shops starts around October time in the United Kingdom. The build up to Christmas usually starts around the first of December, with the first day on the Advent Calendar being opened. The children in Nurseries and Schools start their rehearsals for their Christmas concert, whilst mums and dads are busy picking up presents.<br />
<span id="more-199"></span>christmas card greetings are distributed around the work place, children have little post boxes within their school, so that they can send cards to different class members. Decorations are already up in Schools and work places, and in the town centres where the Christmas lights are displayed for all to see.</p>
<p>The Christmas tree is meant to be officially put up on Christmas week, although many households in the United Kingdom have the tree in there houses long before this. It is tradition to decorate the tree with lights and baubles. People also now decorate the outside of their houses with lights to mark Christmas.</p>
<p>During the run up to Christmas Eve there are many Christmas Concerts and Nativity plays, giving of Christmas cards, exchanges of gifts and Christmas Greetings. On Christmas Eve the children leave out a mince pie and a glass of Sherry for Father Christmas, who comes down the chimney to deliver presents. Once the Children are in bed Father Christmas leaves his presents under the three for the children to open in the morning, he drinks his sherry and eats his mince pie and flies away in his sleigh. Many people join midnight mass at the local Church.</p>
<p>On Christmas day, the children rush downstairs to open their presents, whilst dad puts the turkey in the oven and starts the preparation for Christmas Lunch, which is usually around 3pm in the afternoon. After the children have finished opening their many presents the wrappers are put in the bin, and they spend all morning playing with their new toys. Family arrives around 2 o clock for drinks and lunch. The lunch is traditionally Turkey, potatoes, sprouts, roast potatoes, carrots and gravy. With Christmas pudding and custard for afters. There is plenty of wine and beer on offer and crackers are placed at the side of everyone’s place setting. The children enjoy sweets out of one of the many selection boxes which they receive.</p>
<p>After Lunch it is traditional to play a board game of some kind, and the Queens speech is listened to all over the country. There is usually a lot of tired eyes after the big dinner.</p>
<p>Boxing day is a time for spending more time with the family, although it was named this because it was the day that the box was opened and gifts given to the poor and needy. Many of the sales start in Britain on Boxing day, but the supermarkets and local shops remain closed until the 27th.</p>
<p>The next day on the Christmas celebration calendar is New Years Eve. When many people around the country have parties or go to venues to celebrate the turn of the New Year. On New Years day people generally celebrate again with a meal or a party, and many people take down their Christmas decorations on this day, although Christmas is not officially over until the 12th night which is the 6th of January, when all decorations should be taken down by. It is felt that it is bad luck to keep Christmas decorations up longer than the 12th night.</p>
<p>Although many of the Christmas traditions have been altered along the way, most are still in place, and the children certainly enjoy the festive season.</p>
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