Monitor Miniatures

Monitor Miniatures

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Monitor Miniatures

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Travel Magazine Available:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

The Travel Magazine is a quarterly publication available in

Braille and standard two-track cassette which brings the world of

travel available in print travel periodicals to those unable to

access ordinary printed material. Subscriptions are $32.95

annually. For a sample copy send $1 for cassette and $5 for

Braille to The Travel Magazine, P.O. Box 24236, Cincinnati, Ohio

45224.

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For Sale:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

Completely reconditioned Perkins Braille Writer for sale.

Cost is $300, payment plan is negotiable. Call evenings or

weekends, (313) 885-7330 or e-mail:

<[email protected]>.

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Wanted:

Interpoint full-page slate. Call evenings or weekends, (313)

885-7330 or email: <[email protected]>.

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Al Sanchez

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Gerrie Burke

Wedding Bells:

Gerrie Burke of the NFB of Virginia and Albert Sanchez of

the NFB of Washington were married Saturday, June 26, 1999, at

Saint George's Episcopal Church in Arlington, Virginia. Al, a

longtime leader in the Washington affiliate, has relocated to

Virginia. The couple honeymooned in Atlanta at our convention. We

wish the newlyweds much joy.

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Poetry Book Available:

Toby Longface, President of the Tucson Chapter of the NFB of

Arizona, has asked us to carry the following announcement:

My poetry book, Smelling the Roses, is ready for sale. It is

like a Twin Vision(R) book, eight-and-a-half-by-eleven-inch pages

with large print and graphics on the left page and Braille on the

right. It will sell for $11.95 plus $1.50 shipping. It is also

available with large print and graphics only for $9.95 plus $1.50

shipping. This edition measures five and a half inches by eight

and a half. My greeting cards for all occasions are also

available in large print and Braille. I'm using my own

photography and poetry in them. They will sell six for $9.95 plus

$1.50 shipping. For more information or to place an order, call

Toby Longface Enterprises, 1914 West Anklam Road, Tucson, Arizona

85745, phone (520) 623-7044, e-mail: <[email protected]>.

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Fred's Head Database:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

The American Printing House for the Blind is building the

Fred's Head Database, a collection of tips, tricks, and

alternative techniques by and for people who are blind or

visually impaired. Fred's Head is an expert database that

captures and makes available the knowledge and experience of many

different people from all walks of life. Fred's Head will be

available on the APH Web site with a user-friendly search

interface. You'll be able to use Fred's Head to find how-to

information on a large number of subjects with topics growing

continuously.

The experience of APH's Fred Gissoni is the core of the

database, but we are building a community of ideas. We invite you

to share your ideas for solving problems you meet every day. We

welcome everything from a simple solution to a detailed

discussion of a complex process. Some topics already included are

how to make a writing guide, marking hotel keys, how to do audio

tone indexing, how to make an audio tape address book, note

taking, sewing tips, how to make a Braille calendar, personal

uses of Braille, where to find information on scholarships, and

job search tips.

Please send your idea to APH on computer disk, cassette

tape, in Braille, print, or via e-mail to Fay Leach, Expert

Database Coordinator, <[email protected]>; (800) 223-1839, (502)

899-2378, fax: (502) 899-2363, American Printing House for the

Blind, 1839 Frankfort Avenue, P.O. Box 6085, Louisville, Kentucky

40206-0085.

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Putting it All Together:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

EVAS is a reliable source for the design, manufacture,

integration, prompt delivery, support, and service of accessible

turn-key computer solutions. We offer a wide range of

technologies, including speech synthesizers, screen readers,

refreshable Braille displays, Braille printers, large-print

software, CCTVs, optical character recognition (OCR) reading

systems, and more. Our AbilityPro Systems feature productivity-

enhancing software such as a talking calculator, a text and

keystroke macro utility, a clipboard extender, and a powerful

address and personal information manager. Each AbilityPro

Computer comes with a FirstAid Disk to enable the recovery of

lost CMOS settings and corrupted master boot records on the hard

drive. This disk includes digitized voice output and a large-

print menu system, making it usable even when adaptive aids or

the computer's hard drive are not functioning. Our AbilityPro

Disaster Recovery Disks allow system engineers to restore the

original setup and configuration of an AbilityPro Computer during

a tech support call. Remote Access System Support is now a part

of all EVAS Computers. Connecting through the modem, this

specialized software turns EVAS' in-house support computer into a

duplicate of the end-user's system, allowing the EVAS engineer to

see first-hand the difficulty the user is experiencing.

Diagnostics can be run and hardware and software reconfigurations

performed to restore the system and minimize downtime. With their

in-depth knowledge of computer systems, access technology, and

application software and their relationships, EVAS's experienced

staff stands ready to respond to questions and support customers'

needs.

To learn more, visit EVAS on the Web at <www.evas.com> or

call (800) 872-3827.

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Elected:

The NFB of South Dakota recently held elections with the

following results: Karen Mayry, President; Minni Erickson, Vice

President; Irene Sears, Secretary; Peggy Klimisch, Treasurer; and

Tina Blatter, Denise Jones, and Mike Klimisch, Board Members.

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Arizona Perkins Brailler Repair Service Back in Full Swing:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

We are happy to report that, after incurring considerable

staffing shortages in the past year, the Arizona Brailler Repair

Service (ABRS), which is a cooperative enterprise between the

Arizona Instructional Resource Center of the Foundation for Blind

Children and an Arizona state prison, is up and running again.

The cost for labor is $30 with a six-month warranty on labor.

Parts are extra. Usual turn-around time is under four weeks,

somewhat longer if unusual parts need to be ordered from Howe

Press. Special care should be given to safe packing, preferably

the original box and packing material. Any insurance is to be

paid by the machine owner. For more information or to send your

Brailler for repair or maintenance service, please contact the

AIRC, the Foundation for Blind Children, 1235 E. Harmont Drive,

Phoenix, Arizona 85020, (602) 678-5810, or visit the Web site

<www.the-fbc.org>.

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Garment Labels Available:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

We provide washable Braille and large-print garment labels

available in packages of twenty-five or fifty. These labels

withstand washing and drying, so you can attach the label to your

garment by either sewing or safety-pinning the label to the

fabric. With your first order you will receive an index of colors

so you can learn our color abbreviations and color saturation

guide, which distinguishes between light and dark colors.

Currently we have blue, black, purple, white, yellow, red, green,

gray, tan, pink, and orange available. The cost for twenty-five

labels is $12.95, and for fifty labels the cost is $24.95. For

more information contact Denise at (610) 642-4442.

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New Catalog Available:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

Give the gift that says something--Speak to Me's new catalog

features a large variety of holiday gift ideas. Some of the

newest products include Zenith VCR with confirmation; voice-

recognition phone with answering machine; a large variety of

digital recorders; lots of new talking magnets, key chains,

novelty clocks; graduation and wedding gift ideas; many new

talking toys and games for children; plus many more practical and

fun items for the whole family. Call (800) 248-9965 to request

your free catalog, which is available in print, on cassette, or

on IBM-compatible disk.

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Joe Ruffalo

Appointed:

We recently learned that on March 17, 1999, the State of New

Jersey Department of Human Services appointed Joseph Ruffalo,

Jr., President of the NFB of New Jersey, to the Board of Trustees

of the New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired

for the term expiring June 30, 2000. Congratulations to Joe.

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Attention Amateur Radio Enthusiasts:

We recently received a letter from Muhammad Ameen, who lives

in Kerala Province in India. He has a bachelor's degree in

English and teaches in a private institution. In 1994 he achieved

his long-held dream of qualifying as an amateur radio operator.

His call sign is vu3 vuc. But because he does not have a

transceiver (which he says is an important piece of equipment,

particularly for blind radio operators) he fears that he will

never be able to use his hobby. Purchasing a transceiver is

beyond his financial means. He hopes that someone reading this

notice might be able and willing to help him. If so, his address

is Muhammad S. Ameen, Darul Huda, Peringala Post Office,

Kumarapuram via, Aluva, Kerala, India 683565.

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Refreshable Braille at 25 Percent Savings:

Blazie Engineering announces a 25 percent price cut on

PowerBraille 40, its popular forty-cell refreshable Braille

display. PowerBraille 40 now costs $4,495. This special price

still includes all of Blazie's standard warranties, guarantees,

and product support after the sale.

PowerBraille 40, an enduring and proven performer, instantly

transforms screen information into 6- or 8-dot refreshable

Braille. ScreenPower software is included, allowing users to

receive Braille, speech, or both types of output simultaneously.

Users get forty cells of refreshable Braille, full

compatibility with four computer operating systems including

Microsoft Windows, and battery-powered portability. PowerBraille

40, complete with thirty-month warranty, is fully featured for

maximum user convenience and control.

For more information contact Blazie Engineering, 105 East

Jarrettsville Road, Forest Hill, Maryland 21050. Phone (410) 893-

9333, or visit the Web site <www.blazie.com>.

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In Memoriam:

We recently learned that James McGinnis, who served as

President of the California affiliate in the late sixties and

early seventies, died at home in San Francisco, February 24,

1999. He was a native of Topeka, Kansas, and lived in California

for thirty-five years. He is survived by his wife Leslie; his

children Marilyn, Stephen, Bonnie, Gay, and Randy; and numerous

grandchildren. Jim was a professional jazz musician (guitar), a

piano technician, and director of Broadcast Services for the

Blind. His love for life, people, music, and baseball was

infectious. As an advocate for the rights of the blind, he fought

a good fight. A truly remarkable and memorable man, he will be

deeply missed.

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Specialty Items:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

My name is Scott Bush, and I live in the Chicago area. I am

legally blind and have my own company called LTT Sales, which

specializes in advertising and specialty items such as hats, T-

shirts, coffee mugs, pens, or anything to put a company's name or

event on. I am dedicated to giving the highest quality and lowest

cost to meet any customer's needs. I can be reached at (815) 254-

6680 or by fax (815) 254-6681. Please call with your text inquiry

or for a catalog.

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No Longer Doing Business:

Marie Caputo has asked us to carry the following

announcement:

Due to the significant decrease in computer prices,

Transcription Technologies, Inc., is no longer in business. Thank

you for your patronage.

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Elected:

The Denver Chapter of the NFB of Colorado held elections at

its May meeting. Elected were Scott LaBarre, President; Julie

Deden, First Vice President; Doug Trimble, Second Vice President;

Tom Anderson, Secretary; and John Deden, Treasurer. Jennifer

Wenzel, Eric Woods, and Jeremiah Beasley were elected to the

Board.

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Melody Lindsey

Appointed:

Family Independence Agency (FIA) director Douglas Howard

announced the appointment of Melody Lindsey as the director of

the Michigan Commission for the Blind Training Center in

Kalamazoo, effective May 16, 1999. The MCB Training Center is a

residential training facility, which has been in Kalamazoo for

nearly thirty years. Melody is a 1986 NFB Scholarship winner and

Past President of the NFB of Alaska. She has worked in

rehabilitation in several states, most recently in New Mexico.

"We know the leadership, experience, and talent which Ms.

Lindsey brings to the center will benefit Michigan citizens for

many years," said Howard. "Her fervent belief in the capacity of

people to fulfill their dreams and achieve independence is

contagious."

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For Sale:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

Accent SA speech synthesizer, $200. Jumbo Brailler,

excellent condition, $400. Office 97, $140 includes shipping.

TeleBraille, slow coming on, but operational, asking $1,500. All

prices are negotiable. Contact Isaac Obie at 755 Tremont Street,

Apt. 205, Boston, Massachusetts 02118; (617) 247-0026; e-mail:

<[email protected]>.

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Elected:

The Bix Beiderbecke Chapter of the National Federation of

the Blind of Iowa held elections on April 5 with the following

results: John TeBockhorst, President; Mary Hartle-Smith, Vice

President; Tom TeBockhorst, Secretary; Mike Smith, Treasurer; and

Kallie Smith, Board Member.

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World Conference:

A world conference showcasing excellence in assistive

technology is scheduled October 6 to 9, 1999, at the Radisson

Twin Towers Hotel in Orlando, Florida. The Assistive Technology

Industry Association (ATIA), the Alliance for Technology Access

(ATA), and the United States Society for Augmentative and

Alternative Communication (USSAAC) collaborate to bring you

comprehensive opportunities to learn, to meet personally a wide

range of peers and experts, and to contribute your experiences to

the continued improvement of our field.

With the ATIA World Conference '99 as the centerpiece of

this experience, ATA and USSAAC add their national meetings to

form an unrivaled event with a week of in-depth training

sessions, presentations by leading professionals, an extensive

Exhibit Hall, a Hands-on Lab, and much more. Conference fee for

early registrants is $235, regular, $285, and on-site, $325. For

a list of companies exhibiting at the conference, contact ATA at

(415) 455-4575 or visit the ATA Web site at <www.ATAccess.org>.

e-mail: <[email protected]> or phone (847) 869-1282.

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World Series Baseball Game:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

You can play baseball on your computer using all the great

teams of the past on Version 13 of the World Series Baseball Game

and Information System. You can also review the history of

baseball, find out who is in the Hall of Fame, check out all the

baseball records, and try out your knowledge of the game on a

1,000-question quiz.

In the game, you are the manager, changing pitchers, pinch

hitting, sacrificing, purposely passing batters, moving the

infield in, etc.

The game comes with 262 teams. The game is being played by

sight-impaired baseball fans of all ages in forty-eight states on

IBM-compatible computers with screen readers and synthesizers.

The price is still the same as when the game was first introduced

in 1986--only $15 to new users, $5 for updates. Send your check

to Harry Hollingsworth, 692 S. Sheraton Drive, Akron, Ohio 44319

or call (330) 644-2421 or e-mail <[email protected]>.

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Affordable Talking Scientific Calculator:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

Orbit Research has introduced ORION TI-34, the world's first

affordable talking scientific calculator for blind and visually

impaired students and professionals. Priced at $199, the 11-

ounce, pocket-sized calculator is a breakthrough in math and

science education for special-needs students. At close to a third

of the cost of other talking scientific calculators, ORION

provides unrivalled features and ease of use.

The calculator vocalizes each key pressed and reads out

displayed answers in a clear, natural voice, while maintaining

the functionality and ease of use of the TI-34. The calculator

has over ninety-five scientific functions including statistics,

trigonometry, and Boolean logic. Visually impaired users will

find ORION's unique learning mode particularly useful because it

enables them effortlessly to locate and identify any key even in

the middle of a calculation without interrupting it.

The unit comes with built-in, rechargeable batteries that

provide over seven hours of continuous operation, as well as a

mains adapter which doubles as a battery charger. Included with

the unit are an impact-resistant plastic cover, a high-quality

earphone for private use, and instruction manuals in large print

and on cassette tape. Orbit Research provides a one-year warranty

and toll-free technical support and customer service.

Further information on ORION is available at

<www.orbitresearch.com> or by contacting Orbit Research at 3422

Old Capitol Trail, Suite 585, Wilmington, Delaware 19808, (888)

606-7248 or fax (888) 606-7248.

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For Sale:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

I have for sale a DecTalk Express with headphones, AC

adapter, and connector cable. I will take the best offer. For

more information contact Kerry Stein at (205) 425-0800, weekdays

and (205) 967-4901, evenings and weekends.

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High Holiday Machzor Available Free to Blind:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

The Jewish Heritage for the Blind announces the availability

of the High Holiday Machzor Hebrew/English large print or Braille

edition for the visually impaired. To receive your free copy

while supplies last, mail or fax your request accompanied by a

note from your medical doctor or eye care specialist confirming

that you have a vision problem. Send to the Jewish Heritage for

the Blind, 1655 East 24th Street, Brooklyn, New York 11229, fax:

(718) 338-0653.

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Extra-Large-Print Books with Enhanced Pictures:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

The artists at Harvard Ranch Publishing introduce a new book

series that combines digitally enhanced imagery with very large

print. The books are designed for older adults and those with

visual impairments but appeal to nearly everyone. Harvard Ranch

worked closely with professionals and the visually impaired

themselves to create books that convey beauty and warmth. The

books also spark memories and imagination, which in turn promote

conversation. The books are easy to read but intellectually

engaging and visually intriguing. The first three books focus on

timeless poetry, Biblical passages, and familiar hymns. They are

illustrated with colorful drawings and photographs and are

spiral-bound so they lie flat when open.

The series includes A Walk in the Garden, Verses from the

Bible, and Favorite Hymns and cost $24.95 each. Add $2.50 for

shipping and handling. You may call 1-800-815-9533 or contact

Harvard Ranch Publishing, Box 842, Kalispell, Montana 59903, fax

(406) 752-9678, e-mail <[email protected]>, or visit the Web

site at <www.harvardranch.com>. Methods of payment include major

credit cards.

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Sports and Recreational Videos Available:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

The Michigan Blind Athletic Association, MBAA, has three

videos available to assist and enhance physical education

programs. They include the following:

ACCESS Sports video, eighteen minutes, discusses the ACCESS

sports model, which suggests ways to assess and adapt most sports

to include visually impaired students in a physical education

program. Costs $35.

MBAA Sports Camp video, eighteen minutes, discusses the

annual MBAA Sports Camp for visually impaired youth. Founded more

than ten years ago, this camp assists visually impaired students

and their instructors in adapting physical education and sports

programs to include visually impaired youth. Costs $35.

Introduction to Goal Ball, eight minutes, discusses the game

of goal ball, including rules and regulations. This is a very

fast-paced video. Costs $30.

To order, send a check or money order or purchase order to

Michigan Blind Athletic Association, c/o Sherry Gordon,

Secretary, 4423 Sunnydale Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49006,

(616) 337-3276.

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Spanish Edition of Diabetes Publication Available:

We have been asked to carry the following announcement:

Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Blindness and

Low Vision, RRTC, announces the availability of a Spanish version

of its 1997 publication, Serving Individuals with Diabetes Who

Are Blind or Visually Impaired. This publication was produced in

collaboration with the National Federation of the Blind and is

available in large print and on audio cassette for $30.

Interested individuals should contact Ms. Kelly Schaefer at (662)

325-1363 for more information.

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NFB PLEDGE

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I pledge to participate actively in the efforts of the

National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality,

opportunity, and security for the blind; to support the policies

and programs of the Federation; and to abide by its Constitution.