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Oil painting was taken by thief who stuffed the frame in a toilet cubicle Landscape At Llanaelhaearn was on show at the Royal Festival Hall, London Artist Sir Kyffin Williams' works often fetch tens of thousands of pounds

By Daily Mail Reporter

Published: 06:57 EST, 17 October 2014 | Updated: 19:38 EST, 17 October 2014

An oil painting by a famous Welsh artist was stolen from the Royal Festival Hall but nobody noticed for more than a week.

Sir Kyffin Williams' work, Landscape At Llanaelhaearn, vanished from a secure room at the London venue at the end of September.

It was not reported missing until October 6 when a member of staff found its smashed frame in a toilet cubicle.

Stolen: Landscape at Llanaelhaearn by Sir Kyffin Williams, whose works now fetch up to 50,000

Sir Kyffin, pronounced Cuffin, completed the 20in by 24in piece in 1947.

He was renowned for his subtle use of pastel greens and greys to recreate the Welsh countryside. Nowadays many of his works fetch up to 50,000.

The painting, which depicts a figure looking out at a dark and rugged landscape, had been on display since November 2013, and was on loan from the Arts Council Collection.

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Yard signs dot our landscape, appealing for us to vote for the kind of policies and leadership we most want for our community. Every campaign and every vote matters. But no choice offered to us on Nov. 6 is more important to families in our community than Measure 88.

A yes vote on Measure 88 approves Senate Bill 833, which was passed with broad bi-partisan support by the Oregon Legislature and signed by the governor. A yes vote affirms the thoughtful and measured action taken by our own elected officials-Republican State Sen. Chuck Thomsen and Rep. Mark Johnson.

Our elected officials got it right. After receiving input from farmers, orchardists, law enforcement officials, health care providers and small business owners they decided that Senate Bill 833 (now before the voters as Measure 88) is in the best interests of a healthy and safe community. The diverse supporters of Measure 88 include the Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers, the Oregon Wine Growers Association, Oregon Public Health Association and Physicians for Social Responsibility.

What would a yes vote on Measure 88 do? It would direct the Oregon Department of Transportation to issue a limited purpose and limited duration driver card to Oregon residents who pass the states written and behind the wheel test, provide proof of Oregon residence for more than one year, and provide proof of identity and date of birth.

What would a yes vote on Measure 88 do? It would allow many long-time residents of our community, who cannot currently obtain a license, to drive without fear. Gloria, a 20 year resident of Hood River, could take her children to their doctor appointments without fear. Oscar, who has harvested the fruit of this valley for more than 15 years, could drive to his work in a local orchard without fear.

What would a yes vote on Measure 88 do? It would allow us to know that the people on our roads, regardless of where they were born, have had the opportunity to demonstrate that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to be safe drivers.

What would a yes vote on Measure 88 do? It would allow thousands of Oregonians, including seniors, veterans, persons escaping domestic violence and immigrant workers who do not have the documents to obtain a license under current state law to obtain a limited purpose driver card. (The card could not be used to register to vote, enter a federal building, or obtain a government benefit requiring proof of citizenship.)

Last week, in Another Voice, a resident of Salem, writing on behalf of the Sheriffs of Oregon Political Action Committee (PAC), urged us to oppose 88. While he included a quote from the retired sheriff of Linn County, he neglected to tell us that our own sheriff Matt English did NOT sign on to the decision of the Political Action Committee to oppose 88.

Our sheriff, like many of our leaders, understands and respects the needs of ALL of our hard working neighbors. He understands that when families are under stress, when community members are denied the ability to support their families and live without fear, the security and well-being of EVERYONE is compromised.

We urge you to join with a broad based, community-minded, bi-partisan group of your neighbors to vote YES on Measure 88.

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By Christine Brun, Special to the U-T10 a.m.Oct. 11, 2014

The design of the Qasr al Sarab resort in Abu Dhabi blends with the desert landscape.

A room with a view is precious. When you book a hotel room, there is added value attached to a view of a quaint garden fountain, the ocean or a mere peek at a mountain range. If you are a family that enjoys staycations, there should be just as much value placed on any open space and what lies beyond your own yard.

I am reminded while traveling around our county how fortunate we San Diegans are to have an impressive assortment of extraordinary views from a wide number of neighborhoods.

Near Balboa Park, you might have expansive views east of canyons, rooftops and the Cuyamaca Mountains, the same mountains visible from Mission Bay high-rise structures. South Park offers views of the same eastern geometry, but also an interesting angle on San Diego Bay.

From the rim of Fashion Valley or City Heights, you peer straight down the San Diego River bed and see where the Pacific meets our sadly anemic river. Ridge lots in eastern-facing parts of Encinitas hover over the San Dieguito River bed and all of Rancho Santa Fe. And no one needs to remind those homeowners hugging Mount Soledad on both sides of the amazing blue-water views.

Its all a classic California landscape dotted with eucalyptus, sage, palm trees of every variety and tempting azure waters from Imperial Beach up to Encinitas.

Which brings me back to the subject of views and what to do about yours. The example in this photo is nothing if not exotic. Taken at the Qasr al Sarab resort nestled on the edge of the Liwa Desert in Abu Dhabi, rooms here are the epitome of luxury. But what strikes me more is that when you experience an interior that is clearly tapped into the feeling and sensation of the view, a magical experience can result.

Now you dont have a backyard in Abu Dhabi, I know. But perhaps your yard overlooks the amazing Mission Trails Regional Park. Are not those canyons and hills spectacular? Could you not pull colors from nature to extend your living space into your backyard or onto your deck? What would a color scheme based on a moss green, tan, charcoal gray and black do for you, with pops of red or a buttery gold? Look at your blooming shrubs for inspiration.

It is notable that this serene exterior room blends into the color of sands beyond. This is the precise reason that the view pulls you out into that fading landscape. Is it really so different from looking down Peasquitos Canyon from Carmel Valley homes or backyards in the Santa Luz development? We are, in case you didnt notice this past summer, really living in the Southern California desert, and that means that we all should be rethinking how we use our exterior spaces.

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Q: How should I prepare my lawn for fall and winter?

A: Falls cooler, wetter weather means that you can ease back on lawn and landscape maintenance. But there are some important steps your should take to get your lawns and gardens ready for next spring.

Most experts recommend that you start winterizing work about six weeks before the first hard freeze.

This is the ideal time to sow or seed cool-season grasses such as fescue and rye. Sowing in the fall gives your lawn the opportunity to germinate and develop a good root system before a possible freeze.

Fall is also when you want to fertilize turf grasses, preferably with a slow-release, all-natural fertilizer. Given adequate nutrients, turf grasses can store food in the form of carbohydrates during the winter months, which will yield a better-looking lawn come spring.

This is also the appropriate time for a second application of pre-emergent herbicide. The first application, typically done in late winter or early spring, combats weed seeds that landed on the lawn. The fall application is for seeds that have been deposited during the summer months.

Another important task is removing unsightly or unruly foliage, dried stems and similar debris.

Once youve cleaned everything up, you can take stock and consider sparse areas where you might want to fill in with new plants. Trees, shrubs and various perennials are good options, especially those that will give you some seasonal color such as mums, asters and pansies.

If you have a cool-season vegetable garden, you can fill it in with lettuce and other greens, carrots, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, turnips and potatoes. During the process, use as much of your compost as possible by spreading it in flower beds and at the base of trees and shrubs.

Dont forget to give some attention to your container plants. Perennials can be transplanted from their containers into the garden. For the best results, trim their roots a bit to stimulate the growth of feeder roots and gently trim top growth. With annuals, even though they only last a year, try taking cuttings and root them either in water or the appropriate potting medium.

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One man died and another was injured during a bee attack Wednesday in Douglas while the men were cleaning a yard.

A crew of four men who do landscape work through Douglas ARC, an organization that serves people with developmental disabilities, were working at a house in the 1700 block of 21st Street, said Capt. Ray Luzania of the Douglas Fire Department.

While the workers turned on lawn mowers, the crew was "attacked by a swarm of bees," said Luzania. The men ran to a house in the 1800 block of 21st Street for help, and the homeowner called 911.

Firefighters were dispatched shortly before 10:30 a.m. to the house where the men sought refuge, and worked on one man who had collapsed, Luzania said.

The 32-year-old man went into cardiac arrest, and paramedics treated him and took him to Cochise Regional Hospital where he was pronounced dead, said Luzania.

"A witness said his face and neck were covered with bees," Luzania said.

The other man, who was stung more than 100 times, was treated at the hospital and released. The other two workers did not require treatment, said Luzania. He said the homeowner who helped the men drove herself to a hospital in Bisbee and was treated and released.

Firefighters went to the house where the landscaping crew was working and assisted an exterminator while he destroyed the hive. It was estimated that the hive had between 300,000 to 800,000 bees, said Luzania.

"The hive was in the eaves of the house and spread into the attic. The hive was 4 feet wide and 6 feet long," Luzania said.

The homeowner, a 90-year-old man who lived alone, was evacuated from the home while the hive was destroyed, Luzania said.

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An advertisement for the Germain Seed & Plant Co., circa 1919.

As we celebrate Sukkot with all its greenery and bounty, its also a good time to remember a couple of Jewish Johnny Appleseeds who added variety and color to the Los Angeles landscape. From the end of the 19th century to the middle of the 20th, Eugene Germain, along with Manfred Meyberg, supplied the city with a wide range of plants that included poppies and roses, as well as the jacarandas and coral trees we still grow today.

In Southern California, palm fronds are commonly used as sukkah roofs. We buy them on street corners or at flower shops, get them from neighbors or even cut them from trees growing in our own yards.

In 1900, if you wanted to grow a palm tree, you could choose from 10 varieties of seed, including the still-popular Washingtonia or California fan palm ordered from the Germain Seed and Plant Co. store in downtown Los Angeles, or from their catalog.

Looking for something extra growing in your yard to beautify that sukkah? If you find a bird of paradise, then you have Manfred Meyberg (pronounced MY-berg) to thank. Meyberg started working at Germains as an office boy when he was 19 and eventually become the companys president; he was such a promoter of the bird of paradise, he got it declared the City of Angels official flower in 1952.

Although the Germain company was bought out by an English company in 1990, it is still a significant name in agribusiness. Meyberg is commemorated by a waterfall at the Los Angeles County Arboretum. Yet the two names, important to the development of the citys horticulture, largely have been grown over by the tangle of time.

Fortunately, Harriet Ashby, a great-niece of Eugene Germain, has helped cut through the brush by researching her family roots and writing about them. The family name originally was Bloch, she said in an interview, saying it was changed by Nathan Germain, Eugenes father.

Eugene Germain was born on Nov. 30, 1849, in Moudon, Switzerland, where he was educated in public schools and attended college at Lausanne, Ashby wrote in 1970 for Western States Jewish History. He first went to New York in 1868, then came to Los Angeles in 1870. He married Caroline Sievers in 1872, and together they had five children.

His first L.A. business was a restaurant; then he opened a grocery and poultry store in 1874, at 128 N. Main St., from which he began to package and ship large quantities of fruit and other food items.

By 1884, his business had grown so large that he reorganized, and the Germain Fruit Co. was born. Key to the business was selling seeds, nursery stock and wines, and also running a fruit-packing plant in Santa Ana.

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The ever-shortening days, cooling temperatures and changing landscape of Calaveras County signal the recent arrival of autumn. Fall could be considered the quiet season the perfect lull between the spontaneous activity of summer and the traditions of the upcoming holidays.

Fall is also the season of harvest, beginning with the grape crush and ending with a Thanksgiving feast. The earth, grass and leaves are in the midst of their brilliant transformations. Take time to appreciate all the variations in the seasons tones and textures, and consider how to bring natures beautiful palette into your living spaces.

After removing any last traces of summer accents, begin to introduce new seasonal items in burnt orange, light browns, shades of gold, terra cotta and variations of tan, red and purple. These colors can be added to your interiors in accessories, fabrics and natural materials.

Candles provide a quick and easy change; they immediately convey warmth, comfort and a touch of fall color. Pull out all candlesticks, candelabras or lanterns and group them by material: brass, pewter, wood or iron. Fill them with colorful candles in autumn hues and display in groups of three or five on the sideboard, entry table or mantle. Mix or match colors and materials, depending on your preference. Intertwine the base of your arrangement with small branches of fall leaves, vines or berries.

As the nights become cooler, switch out your bed linens, rugs and window coverings for some with more weight and depth of color. Consider introducing flannel sheets or a down comforter to the bed. Accent pillows, shams and window coverings in rich fabrics like velvet, chenille, tweed or felt can be added now. Change out your towels in the bath and kitchen; add a heavier rug to your entry; fold a quilt at the foot of the bed or a nubby throw over the back of your favorite reading chair.

In the dining area, a tablecloth in fall tones will add warmth and softness, with a nod to the changing season. If you prefer the look of exposed wood, add a warm table runner instead, and top it with a large bowl of apples or persimmons.

Buy a single baby pumpkin, gourd or Indian corn cob each time you visit the produce aisle, and use these fresh seasonal pieces as decorative accents. Gather them together to display on a tabletop or scatter them around the house: a trio of Indian corn on a side table, a gourd used as a bookend or a lone miniature pumpkin on the guest room bedside table.

When doing it up for all, dont forget the yard or garden. Follow the example of Northeasterners, and use this time of year to decorate your yard before the harsh weather comes. Bring fall colors into your landscape with pots of yellow, gold or burgundy mums. Introduce decorative garden art like a rusty sculpture or tall metal sunflowers. Tuck a few pumpkins and other types of squash into planted beds or flower pots. Fill an old wheelbarrow with hay or pumpkins, prop an old rake against the oak tree, and fashion a scarecrow to oversee the area.

Pause and appreciate the relative simplicity of autumn. Revel in the ease and natural bounty that the season provides us and make the most of it in and around your home this fall.

Linda Lawrence is the owner of HouseCalls for Redesign. Contact her at housecalls4redesign@ comcast.net or 728-2732, or visit housecalls4redesign.com.

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EUGENE, Ore. -- Arizona upset Oregon again.

For the second year in a row, the Wildcats stunned the Ducks, with Arizona recording a 31-24 win over the nation's second-ranked team Thursday night at Autzen Stadium.

One year after posting a 42-16 win over the fifth-ranked Ducks at home, the Wildcats (5-0, 2-0 Pac-12) went on the road to beat Oregon (4-1, 1-1).

Last year it was really heartwarming because it was the seniors' last home game and it was improbable, of course, Arizona coach Rich Rodriguez said. This one, I don't know if anybody picked us. I don't know how many people were talking about us, but I bet you most of them weren't thinking this was going to happen, not on the road.

Arizona running back Terris Jones-Grigsby scored the winning touchdown a 1-yard run with 2:54 remaining to break a 24-24 tie. Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota fumbled at the Ducks' 34-yard line with 2:11 to play, and the Wildcats ran out the clock.

Coach always talks about the best feeling is a winning locker room, and he's right, Jones-Grigsby said.

Arizona freshman quarterback Anu Solomon finished 20-for-31 for 287 yards and a touchdown. Jones-Grigsby gained 115 yards on 27 carries, and running back Nick Wilson added 92 yards and two touchdowns on 13 carries. Wilson also caught a touchdown pass.

Mariota, the Heisman Trophy favorite entering the game, was 20-for-32 for 276 yards and two touchdown passes, and he made a touchdown reception. Freshman wide receiver Devon Allen had five receptions for 78 yards and a touchdown, and running back Royce Freeman gained 85 yards on 19 carries.

First and foremost, give Arizona credit, they played well, Oregon coach Mark Helfrich said. They got hot in the second half, and we did not make enough plays to win. We made a lot of uncharacteristic errors.

The Ducks looked like a strong contender to reach the College Football Playoff after an impressive nonconference win over Michigan State last month, but a loss to the unranked Wildcats will hurt their case. A trip to undefeated UCLA is up next.

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After the 2009 derecho, Lorie and Howard Allen's yard grew into a mass of vines and weeds.

"This summer, I decided it was time to get back to the garden and, hopefully, eliminate some mosquitoes along the way," said Lorie, who spent hundreds of hours transforming her yard on West Sycamore Street in Carbondale.

Both Lorie and Howard retired from SIU; Lorie was in workforce education and development, and Howard taught history.

With the help of an SIU zoology student, Lorie removed two dozen truckloads of weeds, vines and sticks. Howard praised them for their efforts, but that was about it. When it comes to gardening, he considers himself a spectator.

"My old garden's structure was revealed. This lovely perennial bed was hidden under weeds and overgrown plants," Lorie said. "It was a surprise to get up on the roof and look out over a much neater landscape."

She said the yard, which sits on six city lots, is home to more than 20 species of birds and several species of frogs and toads, along with snakes and box turtles. Deer and foxes pass through the garden, she added, and red-shouldered hawks soar overhead.

One of Lorie's most unpleasant childhood memories involves removing clover from the grass in her grandmother's yard.

"I vowed then never to worry about grass," Lorie said. "I'd rather pull weeds than mow."

Now, her garden is filled with daffodils, tulips, irises, daylilies and peonies, which seem to keep the oak leaf hydrangeas and azaleas company. Most of her trees are oak, interspersed with holly, cedar, crabapple and witch-hazel.

Small statues -- an alligator, cherub and Buddha -- peek out of the greenery, and stone walkways wind through the backyard. One of Lorie's favorite places is the fire pit.

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