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Effects Of Radiotransmitters On Fecal Glucocorticoid Metabolite Levels Of Three-Toed Box Turtles In Captivity, Chadwick D. Rittenhouse, Joshua J. Millspaugh, Brian E. Washburn, Michael W. Hubbard

United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications

The increased use of radio-telemetry for studying movement, resource selection, and population demographics in reptiles necessitates closer examination of the assumption that radiotransmitter attachment does not bias study results. We determined the effects of radiotransmitter attachment on fecal glucocorticoid metabolite levels of wild three-toed box turtles (Terrapene carolina triunguis) in captivity. During May 2002 we captured 11 adult three-toed box turtles in central Missouri. We housed turtles in individual pens in a semi-natural outdoor setting. We radio-tagged 6 turtles, and the remaining 5 turtles served as controls. We captured and handled all turtles similarly during treatments. We collected …

Initial Comparison: Jaws, Cables, And Cage-Traps To Capture Coyotes, John A. Shivik, Daniel J. Martin, Michael J. Pipas, John Turnan, Thomas J. Deliberto

United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications

The need for alternative predator capture techniques is increasing because of concerns about the efficiency, selectivity, and injury of currently available capture methods. There also is a need for comparative data evaluating new or seldom used methods. In an initial evaluation, we first surveyed wildlife managers for information on cage-trapping; using these data, we conducted a field study of 4 coyote (Canis latrans) capture systems for animal damage management. We tested the SoftCatch®, Collarum®, Wildlife Services–Turman, and Tomahawk®, systems for capturing coyotes in Arizona and south Texas during 2001 and 2002. We determined capture efficiency and selectivity and …

Attitudes Of Rural Landowners Toward Wolves In Northwestern Minnesota, Andreas S. Chavez, Eric M. Gese, Richard S. Krannich

United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications

The natural recolonization of gray wolves (Canis lupus) into parts of their former range in the upper Midwest of the United States has led to wolves establishing territories in semi-agricultural areas containing livestock. As part of a study on wolf–livestock relationships in a northwestern Minnesota agricultural area, we surveyed rural landowners within and outside of wolf range to assess perceptions regarding the risks wolves pose to livestock (mainly cattle). The mean response score for rural landowners to the statement “I think wolves should be allowed to exist in northwest Minnesota” was between neutral and disagree. There was no …

Food Habits Of Wolves In Relation To Livestock Depredations In Northwestern Minnesota, Andreas S. Chavez, Eric M. Gese

United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications

Wolves (Canis lupus) have recolonized many areas of the Midwestern United States, prompting concern over the possible risk wolves may pose to livestock producers. To better understand the risks wolves may pose to livestock, we initiated a 3-y study examining the food habits of wolves in an agricultural area of northwestern Minnesota and their relation to depredation records of livestock losses in the same area. We collected 533 wolf feces during the non-winter seasons from 1997–1999. White-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) was the most abundant food item (39.2%) of all prey items for all 3 y combined. …

From The Field: Implementing Recovery Of The Red Wolf— Integrating Research Scientists And Managers, Michael K. Stoskopf, Karen Beck, Bud B. Fazio, Todd K. Fuller, Eric M. Gese, Brian T. Kelly, Frederick F. Knowlton, Dennis L. Murray, William Waddell, Lisette Waits

United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services: Staff Publications

The United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) developed guidelines for the composition and role of endangered species recovery implementation teams, but few teams have been established and their success has not been evaluated. Using the recovery program of the red wolf (Canis rufus) as a model, we describe the genesis, function, and success of the Red Wolf Recovery Implementation Team (RWRIT) in helping guide the establishment of a viable red wolf population in eastern North Carolina. In operation since 1999, the RWRIT meets bi-annually to review USFWS progress and provide recommendations aimed at maximizing success of species …

The Murray Ledger And Times, February 26, 2005, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

Keeping Score: The Struggle For Music Copyright, Michael W. Carroll

ExpressO

Inspired by the passionate contemporary debates about music copyright, this Article investigates how, when, and why music first came within copyright's domain. Although music publishers and recording companies are among the most aggressive advocates for strong copyright protection today, when copyright law was first invented in eighteenth-century England, music publishers resisted its extension to music. This Article sheds light on a series of early legal disputes concerning printed music that yield important insights into original understandings of copyright law and music's role in society. By focusing attention on this understudied episode, this Article demonstrates that the concept of copyright was …

The "Duty" To Be A Rational Shareholder, David A. Hoffman

ExpressO

How and when do courts determine that corporate disclosures are actionable under the federal securities laws? The applicable standard is materiality: would a (mythical) "reasonable investor" have considered the disclosures important. As I establish through empirical and statistical testing of 500 cases analyzing the materiality standard, judicial findings of immateriality are remarkably common, and have been stable over time. Materiality's scope results in the dismissal of a large number of claims, and creates a set of cases in which courts attempt to explain and defend their vision of who is, and is not, a "reasonable investor." Thus, materiality provides an …

Mustang Daily, February 25, 2005

Cal Poly Student Newspaper

Student newspaper of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA.

Spartan Daily, February 25, 2005, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 124, Issue 21

The Courier, Volume 38, Issue 16, February 25, 2005, The Courier, College Of Dupage

The Courier

Stories:

Students Satisfied–Student Survey Finds Most Happy With College

Parking Plans In Place–Plans For College's New Parking Structure Recently Unveiled

Quarterly Dialogue Brings Issues To Light

Grandma’s Insane Rules–Two Brothers Laugh Their Way Through In “Lost in Yonkers”

From Tel Aviv To Ramallah Is Very Entertaining But Struggles To Be A Tool For Communication

Chaparrals Honor Klaas With Title

People:

The Trio Voronezh

Yuri Lane

Marina Kuchinski

Don Klaas

Scott Block

Intellectual Property Asu System Policy, A-State Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Resolutions

Previous ASU system policy regarding intellectual property

College Voice Vol. 29 No. 15, Connecticut College

2004-2005

No abstract provided.

Sandspur, Vol 111, No 17, February 25, 2005, Rollins College

The Rollins Sandspur

Rollins College student newspaper, written by the students and published at Rollins College. The Sandspur started as a literary journal.

Volume 42, Number 25: February 25, 2005, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

No abstract provided.

Daily Eastern News: February 25, 2005, Eastern Illinois University

February

No abstract provided.

Crusader, February, 25, 2005, College Of The Holy Cross

Student Newspapers

The student newspaper for the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, Massachusetts. Articles include coverage of campus events and issues, sports, editorials and special features.

Chimes: February 25, 2005, Calvin College

Chimes

Calvin evades Kalamazoo after a late-game scare by Todd Laforest

Students hold BK accountable by Nana Yaa Dodi

Polar bears take the plunge by Meghan Huber

Hekman Library offers Frisbee golf indoors by Deena Thomas

No more whining about wireless by Stephanie Vogelzang

CAUTION: Seniors scrambling by Rachel Pater

Getting sick of Social Security by Eric Rudie

Paris Holds the Key to my Heart by Kathleen Schmidt

Men's tennis begins their season in area competition by Peter Daining

Ladies roll past St. Mary's but have a hard path here on out by Brian Bosma

2005-02-25, Board Of Regents, Murray State University

Board of Regents Meeting Minutes

No abstract provided.

The Murray Ledger And Times, February 25, 2005, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

Washington University Record, February 25, 2005

Washington University Record

No abstract provided.

Alfalfa: Crop For The Future, N. P. Martin, R. D. Hatfield, D. R. Mertens, P. J. Weimer

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Alfalfa use by dairy cattle has decreased in recent years because of excessive nonprotein nitrogen and low fiber digestibility. Ideal attributes for plant modification of alfalfa may include those that increase milk potential per acre and/or per ton, enhance digestible NDF, improve protein content and amino acid balance, improve agronomic traits for insect protection (safer forage supply), herbicide tolerance, virus resistance, drought tolerance, cold tolerance, improved mineral availability and enhanced yield. Progress in attaining these attributes will accelerate with the use of biotechnology. Livestock and hay enterprises will benefit from alfalfa that is less prone to contain mycotoxins or toxic …

Growing Alfalfa For Wildlife, Don Ball

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Alfalfa has long been recognized as a superb forage crop, which is why it is widely grown for dairy cattle, horses, sheep, and many other types of domesticated forage-consuming animals. Reasons for its popularity include wide adaptation, excellent nutritive value, good yield potential, perennial growth habit, a long growing season, and the fact that (in association with Rhizobium bacteria) it is a nitrogen-fixing legume that does not require periodic applications of nitrogen fertilizer.

Alfalfa Hay For Horses (And Horse Owners!), Laurie Lawrence, Bryan Cassill

Kentucky Alfalfa and Stored Forage Conference

Alfalfa is one of the most common hays fed to horses in Kentucky. Other hays that are often used include timothy and orchardgrass. As a legume, alfalfa has many nutritional advantages over timothy or orchardgrass. Alfalfa hay contains more protein and calcium than grass hays and thus is an excellent source of these nutrients for broodmares and growing horses. Another legume that may be useful as a hay for horses is red clover. Nutritionally, red clover has many of the same advantages as alfalfa. However, red clover has some non-nutritional characteristics which have traditionally limited its popularity with horse owners. …

Curricular Report No. 2004-05-5a: Proposal For A Ph.D. In Computer Science Degree From The Graduate Council To The Faculty Senate, University Of Rhode Island Faculty Senate

Faculty Senate Bills

No abstract provided.

Spartan Daily, February 24, 2005, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 124, Issue 20

February 24, 2005, James Madison University

The Breeze, 2000-2009

The Breeze is the student newspaper of James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 80, No. 38 [40], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Sainlar, Lindsay. A Look Inside Vagina Monologues
• Clark, Ashlee. Another Motion Filed to Move Lucas Goodrum Trial – Katie Autry Case
• Richardson, Kelly. Retirees Can No Longer Return to Same Positions
• Coulter, Amber. Two Announce Plans to Run for Student Government Association President – Katie Dawson, Josh Collins
• Richardson, Kelly. Western Pushes for More Student Federal Funding
• Student Government Association Missing the Head on the Nail
• Ingram, Brooks. Editorial Cartoon – Class Still Open
• Green, Tavia. Show Your Custodian Some Love
• Summers, Megan. Animals in Rodeo Not Abused
• Ogles, …

Mustang Daily, February 24, 2005

Cal Poly Student Newspaper

Student newspaper of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA.

Ua12/2/1 Diversions, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald:

• Hamilton, Scott. Hunter S. Thompson, 1939-2005
• Sewell, Chase. The Urge to Pretend – Fountain Square Players
• Fontana, Alex. University of Massachusetts Professor to Speak on Genocide – Ervin Staub
• Who Will Take Home the Oscar?
• Who Should Take Home the Oscar?
• North, Amber. A Night at the Oscars is Full of Angry Winners & Regrets
• McNamara, Andrew. College Heights Herald Alumni Learned More Than Just Writing
• Wilberding, Beth. Facilities Director Promoted – Doug Ault
• Richardson, Kelly. Programs Earn Accreditation
• Reed, Lindsey. Class Fashion Show to Benefit Animals
• Reed, Lindsey. Students Invited to …