Did you know that the Tornado 2000 whistle was the loudest whistle in its time? I bet you didn’t! Way back in the 1860s, Joseph Hudson, who was a Birmingham trained toolmaker, converted his humble washroom at St. Marks Square into a whistle shop. He called his first whistle the Thunderer. In 1884, the world's first reliable whistle also known as the ‘pea’ whistle was introduced to referees and it help them with sports because it was louder for people to hear. It was not until 1891 that the Referee is introduced working for the first time in the sporting world. The whistle was proving itself to be a very helpful tool for sure. In 1906, the first attempts to produce moulded whistles from harder rubber had failed. Later on in 1914, the
first plastic whistles were made using a moulding material. These whistles were first made in Britain, they became popular because they came in different colors. In 1920, an improved Acme Thunderer was designed to be smaller and high-pitched. It had a narrow mouthpiece, which was more comfortable for referees. The 'Pro-Soccer' whistle, first used in 1930, became very popular. had a important mouthpiece and a barrel for a higher pitch that was use in a loud stadiums. The ‘Tornado 2000’, first made by Hudson, was used at World Cups and UEFA Champion League matches. It had a higher sound and a ear piercing pitch. The ACME Tornado is introduced and patented, and offers a range of six pea less sports whistles with high, medium and a low frequencies for every sport.The Tornado 2000, was probably the ultimate power of whistles. There are many whistle manufacturers, and ACME continues to produce quality whistles. The Tornado 622 has a square mouthpiece, and is a bigger whistle. The Tornado 2000 is proveing its self to be useful. It has been in the UEFA and the World Cups
In the book Storm Over Texas, by Joel H. Silbey the critical controversy of North vs. South is displayed. The book goes into great detail of the wild moments leading into the Civil War, the political dysfunction that ran throughout Texas, and many reasons the American Civil War sparked up in the first place. This book truly captives great Texas history and has valid information and points of our states different point of views on history.
The technique of imagery is the strongest technique Bradbury uses in his text, “ The sounds of Thunder”. Here we can see images in our head what is happening, and we can also smell it. We can smell what he is talking about because we all have probably smelled something nasty before and when we read the text, it reminded us of that scent. It is very important for authors to add imagery because it helps the reader imagine what is happening, therefore, he or she put themselves in the characters shoes and that gives them a better sense of the
In conclusion, the deadliest and most devastating U.S. tornado outbreak of the 20th century was the April 3–4, 1974, “Super Tornado Outbreak.” It lasted 16 hours and at least 148 twisters tore up 2,500 miles of Earth through 13 states over a 24-hour period, according to the National Weather Service. The "super outbreak," as meteorologists now call it, left 330 people dead and 5,484 injured. Property losses were placed at $600 million and only ten of the thirteen states that were hit, were declared a disaster area.
Tornadoes, also called twisters or cyclones, are a localized, violently destructive windstorm occurring over land, and characterized by a long, funnel-shaped cloud extending toward the ground and made visible by condensation and debris. They come in many different shapes and sizes, but are typical in a funnel formation, where the narrow end makes contact with the earth. Most don’t reach winds over 110 miles per hour (177 km/h) or have a path wider than 250 feet (76m), and most only travel a few miles on ground before dissipating. Although, some can reach winds as high as 300 miles per hour (483 km/h) or higher, have a path that can be as wide as two miles (3.2 km) or more, and can travel for dozens of miles on the ground before dissipating.
the world. It was invented by Eli Whitney while America was still barely 10 years old. At that time
On May 4, 2007, the town of Greensburg, Kansas was devastated by an exceptionally strong tornado. With maximum winds estimated to be in excess of 205 miles per hour, and leaving a damage path as wide as 1.7 miles, the storm would go on to be rated a rare EF5, the first recorded in the United States since 1999. When the storm finally subsided, 95 percent of Greensburg had been destroyed, killing eleven people.
The cylinder phonograph proved to be successful, but the problem with the machine was that the tin foil only allowed a few uses. With the help of another great inventor, new advances could be made to improve this invention. The inventor of the telephone, Alexander Graham Bell, had set up a laboratory for his cousin, Chichester Bell and Charles Tainter. Bell a...
Meteorology includes the study of the weather and climate. Meteorologists are in particularly interested in studying the development of thunderstorms and tornadoes. The research and observation of storms began as a hobby for Howard B. Bluestein. Bluestein’s interest in meteorology began with cloud photography. After receiving a degree in Electrical Engineering he went on to graduate school to major in Meteorology. In his book, Monster Storms of the Great Plains, Bluestein relates his experiences with chasing storms and researching tornadoes. He also provides the history of the technology used to research and gather data on storms.
Thunder rolled intensely outside, my aunt, mother, sister and I were sat calmly in the basement. We had been through this many times before; I mean afterall, Kansas was part of Tornado Alley. 2. My sister and I were young when this happened, her probably four or five, me about eight. 3. Before we had even started driving to my aunt’s house; since she’s the only one with a basement; my sister and I were complaining about being hungry. 4. Mom said she would get us something to eat soon, but then the sirens started blaring. 5. She called my aunt and told her we would be over in about ten minutes. 6. Me and my sister continued to complain about being hungry because, we always had to get what we wanted. 7. So my mom stopped at McDonald’s and got us some food. 8. After we were almost five minutes later than we said we would be my aunt panicked. 9. Jenny, my aunt, was calling like crazy. 10. When we finally got to her house she lectured my mom about how it wasn’t safe to have us out there like that with a tornado in the area. 11.Afterwards, we all sat on the porch and watched the storm. 12. That’s my favorite memory with my family, and it’s one I’ll never forget.
In the book “The Sound of Thunder,” the author, Ray Bradbury acknowledges readers that even the smallest, unintentional actions can carry heavy consequences. At the beginning, Eckels was not aware of that careless mistakes can bite him back in the future. He doesn’t take Travis’ constant of warnings of only shooting animals with marks and staying on the path seriously. He responds “so what” when the guide claimed that killing a single mouse can result to the decease of billions of mice and other animals. In line 59, “Eckels aimed his rifle playfully” as a joke, not realizing the seriousness of the situation again. By accident, Eckels stepped out of the path, leaving traces of human activity, and killing a butterfly. When they return back to
Next, on November 12, 1892 came the first professional level game played between the Allegheny Athletic Association and the Pittsburgh Athletic Club. Finally, in 1920, the American Professional Football Association became the country’s first organized football league. Back then, the game resembled rugby more than the current game of football. Over time, the rules have been constantly changing in order to boost the excitement level and increase the game’s safety. The first of safety rules came in 1938 when they established roughing the passer, which prevented the defense from hitting the passer after he threw the ball. This was directly to protect the quarterback. Next, in 1943, helmets became mandatory for all players on the field. This was the first step to helping protect the wellness of the players’ heads, even though they were unaware of the seriousness of hits to the head and any long term
Tornadoes are one of the deadliest and most unpredictable villains mankind will ever face. There is no rhyme or reason, no rhythm to it’s madness. Tornados are one of the most terrifying natural events that occur, destroying homes and ending lives every year. April 29th, 1995, a calm, muggy, spring night I may never forget. Jason, a buddy I grew up with, just agreed to travel across state with me so we could visit a friend in Lubbock. Jason and I were admiring the beautiful blue bonnets, which traveled for miles like little blue birds flying close to the ground. The warm breeze brushed across the tips of the blue bonnets and allowed them to dance under the perfectly clear blue sky. In the distance, however, we could see darkness. A rumbling sky was quickly approaching.
The song that is being reviewed is The Thunderer by John Philip Sousa. It has been analyzed by the balance, tempo and unity of the ensemble. I tried my best to be accurate about how the music was actually played, but everybody perceives it a different way. Although this song had been favored by many, there were obvious places where it didn’t sound so well, like measures eighty-eight through one hundred, only because of the higher octave. Although all three aspects analyzed seemed to be pretty well done, there were spots where they weren’t quite up to par. This is a review of the way the band played The Thunderer.
a) I think that the reaction to this warning was organized and controlled because Andrea has shown that she had a good understanding about to follow general emergency/ disaster preparation. Also, she has demonstrated how to respond to recommendation and requirement for child care program. That means Angela and her employees have been practicing so well, they have demonstrate they know what action to take when emergencies or disaster occur. The way all the teachers handled that situation, we can say that they have been practicing Tornado drills.
In 1877, Thomas Edison invented the first Phonograph. This was a device that was capable of producing sound by mechanically etching grooves onto tin foil cylinders. Originally used to playback voices, Edison could have never foreseen the profound effects on his invention would have on musical consciousness (Koenigsberg, 1969). By producing the first sound recording, Edison was essentially catalyzing the reordering of music across time and space.