Cutting class
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The University of Texas (UT) Austin geology building is offering an upper-division geology course entitled 'Gems and Gem Minerals', a class with few prerequisites and designed for non-science majors. The main aim of creating a science course in gems and gem minerals is to attract students to the geology department to become geology majors.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2005
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A first-class airliner
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The most recognizable four-engine air-liner of the prop-driven era is the Lockheed Model 049 Constellation ('Connie') built by Frank Scott. The radio system uses dual Hitec receivers, battery packs and a servo on each flying surface.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2004
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A touch of class
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The Coecles Harbor Marina and Boatyard is located on Shelter Island, NY. The shipyard has built its reputation around the motto 'we can fix anything' and its quality work on sailboats and powerboats.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1995
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