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We need this kind of policy today! Modern signs are way too polite on this matter.
"Make Them Move!" "They Cause Accidents"
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
[syn. Chrysodracon fernaldii, Pleomele fernaldii]
Hala pepe or Lānaʻi hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Lānaʻi only)
IUCN: Endangered
Photo: Lānaʻihale, Lānaʻi
The six species belonging to the genus Dracaena are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
Leaves and flowers are used in lei making.
Etymology
[syn. Chrysodracon fernaldii, Pleomele fernaldii]
Hala pepe or Lānaʻi hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Lānaʻi only)
IUCN: Endangered
Photo: Lānaʻihale, Lānaʻi
The six species belonging to the genus Dracaena are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
Leaves and flowers are used in lei making.
Etymology
The generic name Dracaena means "female-dragon," drakaina (dragon tree, a source of dragon’s blood)
draco, draco- dragon-, drakwn (for dragon’s blood sap or resin)
The specific epithet fernaldii was named by Harold St. John, professor of botany at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa, in honor of his principal botany teacher, Merritt L. Fernald (1873-1950).
The specific epithet fernaldii was named by Harold St. John, professor of botany at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa, in honor of his principal botany teacher, Merritt L. Fernald (1873-1950).
Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Status: Vulnerable
Kohala, Hawaiʻi Island. Mauna Kea in background (left)
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomelo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
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Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Vulnerable
Oʻahu (Cultivated); Maui origin
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomelo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
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check out the rattan seats. And ceiling fans!
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
[syn. Dracaena forbesii, Pleomele forbesii]
Hala pepe or Forbes' hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Oʻahu only)
IUCN: Endangered
Waiʻanae-Kai Trail (Mākaha), Oʻahu
The six species belonging to the genus Chrysodracon are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
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The big red lines are the IND lines, which at the time were an entirely separate system of subways, independent of the other two. More on this at the bottom of this caption
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
[syn. Dracaena forbesii, Pleomele forbesii]
Hala pepe or Forbes' hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Oʻahu only)
IUCN: Endangered
Oʻahu (Cultivated)
The six species belonging to the genus Chrysodracon are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
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[syn. Dracaena forbesii, Pleomele forbesii]
Hala pepe or Forbes' hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Oʻahu only)
IUCN: Endangered
Waiʻanae-Kai Trail (Mākaha), Oʻahu
The six species belonging to the genus Chrysodracon are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
[syn. Dracaena forbesii, Pleomele forbesii]
Hala pepe or Forbes' hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Oʻahu only)
IUCN: EndangeredOʻahu (Cultivated)
The six species belonging to the genus Chrysodracon are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
NPH00007
Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Status: Vulnerable
Kohala, Hawaiʻi Island
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomeleo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
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Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Vulnerable
Oʻahu (Cultivated); Maui origin
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomelo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
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Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Status: Vulnerable
Kohala, Hawaiʻi Island
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomeleo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
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[syn. Dracaena forbesii, Pleomele forbesii]
Hala pepe or Forbes' hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Oʻahu only)
IUCN: Endangered
Waiʻanae-Kai Trail (Mākaha), Oʻahu
The six species belonging to the genus Chrysodracon are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
NPH00005
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
An evening swim at Mývatn Nature Baths, a geothermal spa with water taken from depths up to 2.500 meters. The water contains a blend of minerals, silicates and geothermal microorganisms - and it has the most beautiful blue color :-)
The place is similar to the more famous "Blue Lagoon" in Keflavik near Reykjavik.
[syn. Chrysodracon fernaldii, Pleomele fernaldii]
Hala pepe or Lānaʻi hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Lānaʻi only)
IUCN: Endangered
Photo: Lānaʻihale, Lānaʻi
The six species belonging to the genus Dracaena are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
Leaves and flowers are used in lei making.
Etymology
[syn. Chrysodracon fernaldii, Pleomele fernaldii]
Hala pepe or Lānaʻi hala pepe
Asparagaceae: Nolinoideae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands (Lānaʻi only)
IUCN: Endangered
Photo: Lānaʻihale, Lānaʻi
The six species belonging to the genus Dracaena are all endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.
Early Hawaiians used the leaves in bathing and steam baths for chills (liʻa), headaches, fever, and thought to stop burning temperature or sensation.
Leaves and flowers are used in lei making.
Etymology
The generic name Dracaena means "female-dragon," drakaina (dragon tree, a source of dragon’s blood)
draco, draco- dragon-, drakwn (for dragon’s blood sap or resin)
The specific epithet fernaldii was named by Harold St. John, professor of botany at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa, in honor of his principal botany teacher, Merritt L. Fernald (1873-1950).
The specific epithet fernaldii was named by Harold St. John, professor of botany at University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa, in honor of his principal botany teacher, Merritt L. Fernald (1873-1950).
Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Vulnerable
Oʻahu (Cultivated); Maui origin
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomelo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
NPH00013
Dodgy video from a cheap cellphone, but gives an idea...
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
Koaiʻa, Koaiʻe, or Dwarf koa
Fabaceae
Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands
Vulnerable
Hawaiʻi Island (Cultivated)
The dense reddish brown wood is harder than koa and was used by early Hawaiians for short spears (ihe), long spears (pololū), fish lures (lāʻau melomelo), shark hooks (makau manō) with bone points, bait sticks in fishing, fancy paddles (hoe), house (hale) construction, ʻukēkē (musical bow), calabashes (ʻumeke), and the ʻiʻe kūkū --the final beater to smooth out the kapa.
Koaiʻa was not used for making canoes (waʻa) because it produced curly grained wood.
The crushed koaiʻa leaves were mixed with other plant materials and used in a steam bath for skin disorders.
One older source (Charles Gaudichaud,1819) states that Hawaiians "used all fragrant plants, all flowers and even colored fruits" for lei making. The red or yellow were indicative of divine and chiefly rank; the purple flowers and fruit, or with fragrance, were associated with divinity. Because of their long-standing place in oral tradition, the leaves and flowers of koaiʻa were likely used for lei making by early Hawaiians, even though there are no written sources.
NPH00004
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
Dodgy video from a cheap cellphone, but gives an idea...
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
on the vintage subway ride.
84 is a pretty precise number....
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
(@ Damascus, Syria)
It's all shaky because there was not a lot of light and I was just out of a massage session. I can now say that being brutalized for 5min by a muscle mountain (with a mustache to top the cliché) and then plunged into cold water after 25min of steambath is no picnic!
I think I woke up many times that same night, sweating and screaming ...
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
Does anyone know the model of this car? I can't place it. It still has the wicker/rattan seats, but definitely looks more modern than the R1's of the 30's
Note the ceiling fans and the hand-holds....
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
Dodgy video from a cheap cellphone, but gives an idea...
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
back when people regularly carried around pipes, and cigars. They still have signs against litter, but spitting doesn't seem much of a concern anymore
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
Outside of Pahoa there were these natural steam "rooms". Little caves in the lava where steam came up. People had put in benches in some of them and go there to cleanse.
I read that the first Rose Bowl was played in 1902, so that would place this ad in 1947- Is that an orange in that whiskey?
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.
This was across from the U.N. Celebration sign. A bit more of a militant tone from the beginnings of the Cold War.
For the past few Decembers the MTA has run a special "nostalgia train" 4 or 5 times each Sunday. The train consists of a variety of vintage cars built between the 1930's and 1970's- primarily R1 or R9 models built beginning in 1930. This year, it runs on the 6th Avenue line, between Queens Plaza and 2nd Avenue. www.mta.info/nyct/service/events/vintage.html
The ride is great fun. Lacking the insulated walls and suspension systems of the modern subway, these trains roar and teeter as they blast through the tunnels with their distinctive electric motor whirr. There is no climate control, and it must have been hell during the summer, with only open windows and ceiling fans to alleviate the notorious oven steambath of the subway in July or August.
I believe these trains are preserved by the New York Transit Museum, who have kept the original signage and advertising intact. Running them like this is one of the best ideas the Transit Authority has had in a long long long time.
With so much to look at, it was one of the quickest rides I can remember having. The train was full of transit nerds (like myself) and there was a bit of a party atmosphere. There were also a number of older people who rode these cars back when they were in full service. The best part, however, was to observe the shock of regular commuters who had no idea that this was going to be the train that was going to take them to work, or whereever. And, of course, it's also amazing how many were just completely indifferent to it all- having lunch, reading the paper, doing crosswords...
December 12, 2010
These trains ran on the IND lines, which were built in the 1930's as the city's third separate subway system. "IND" indicated its independence from the IRT (Interborough Rapid Transit- the original 1904 system covering Manhattan and the Bronx) and the BMT (Brooklyn-Manhattan Transit, the second system built) In 1940, the City unified the three systems into one.
Today the IND portion of the subway includes, among others, the E and F lines through Queens, Manhattan, and into Brooklyn, the Crosstown G line, and the famous "A" train.
Since the IND, there has been little new construction on the subway. It's frustrating that nearly the entire system used today was built in less time (35 years or so, and through a World War and the Great Depression...) than it will take to finally finish one lousy line- the much-need 2nd Avenue line, which began in 1972 and whose first phase (only a few stations) is slated to be completed in 2016. All while fares rise and services are cut. Obviously, there's something very wrong with the MTA.