Flashcards Mary Evans

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Husker Football
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If you ask at least one recruiting expert, Taylor's commitment could be one of the most significant in the Huskers' top-ranked recruiting class.

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Husker Football

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Taylor pledged to Nebraska in the middle of his recruiting visit, just after the basketball game, ending a courtship that lasted less than three weeks.

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Husker Football

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The 6-foot-2, 210-pound pro-style quarterback caught Callahan's eye after he threw for more than 2,600 yards and led Butler (Kan.) Community College to an 11-1 record this fall.

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Husker Football

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Memphis, Maryland, Marshall, Illinois and Troy were also interested in Taylor, whose father, Sherwood, played defensive back for Oklahoma in the late 1970s.

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Husker Football

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The quarterback situation was the subject of consternation among Husker fans in 2004.

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Dailey, a true sophomore, was thrust into a new West Coast Offense and experienced growing pains.

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Husker Football

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He threw 19 interceptions. His little-used backup, freshman Beau Davis, had four picks in one game.

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For the first time in 36 years, Nebraska is a football team with nowhere to go after Friday's 26-20 loss to Colorado on a cold, gloomy day at Memorial Stadium.

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"To the fans, I want to say I'm sorry we let you down," said NU linebacker Chad Sievers, who fought back tears as one of the last of the school's cherished records fell Saturday.

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Through all the highs and lows of 2004, Nebraska fans seemed to stay behind first-year Coach Bill Callahan, who inherited a team that went 10-3 but finished with the worst record since 1961. One fan held up a sign that read, "ABC - Always Behind Callahan."

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If nothing else, NU has dramatically raised the bar in recruiting.

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Husker Football

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Since July 26, 16 recruits have pledged to join the Huskers, bringing the total for the top-ranked class of 2005 to 20.

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Medical Marijuana
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The Supreme Court considered whether state medical marijuana laws might be abused by people who aren't really sick, as the court heard arguments Monday on whether the federal government can prosecute patients who smoke pot.

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Medical Marijuana

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The justices are ruling on the power of federal agents to go after sick people who use homegrown cannabis with their doctors' permission and their states' approval.

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Medical Marijuana

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Eleven states have passed medical marijuana laws since 1996: California, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont and Washington.

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Medical Marijuana

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The Supreme Court questioned whether state medical marijuana laws might be abused by people who aren't really sick as it debated Monday whether the federal government can prosecute patients who smoke pot on doctors' orders.

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Medical Marijuana

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In the courtroom watching the argument were Angel Raich, an Oakland, Calif., mother of two who said she tried dozens of prescription medicines to ease the pain of a brain tumor before she turned to marijuana, and another ill woman, Diane Monson.

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Medical Marijuana

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A loss for the government, on the other hand, could jeopardize federal oversight of illegal drugs and raise questions in other areas such as product safety and environmental activities.

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Medical Marijuana

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California's law allows people to grow, smoke or obtain marijuana for medical needs with a doctor's recommendation.

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Medical Marijuana

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Besides California, other states with such laws are: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Maine, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont and Washington.

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Medical Marijuana

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Medical marijuana was an issue in the November elections. Montana voters easily approved a law that shields patients, their doctors and caregivers from arrest and prosecution for medical marijuana.

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Medical Marijuana

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Oregon rejected a measure that would have expanded its medical marijuana program dramatically.

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Hottest Christmas Gifts
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Spider-Man 2 (Widescreen, Special Edition) DVD
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Hottest Christmas Gifts

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Halo 2

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Hottest Christmas Gifts

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Reversible Puff Bag
by Ugg
Double your pleasure. A reversible sheepskin bag that's chic for day or posh for evening. Ruby sheepskin hide with fleece trim. Reverses to fleece exterior. Wristlet with knot. Suede tie closure. Silver grommets on side. UGG label on front. 6 1/2"H x …

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Hottest Christmas Gifts

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personalized gingerbread house
by RedEnvelope
Gingerbread houses are an age-old tradition, and this one's got their name on it.
$55.00

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Hottest Christmas Gifts

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Fisher-Price Sesame Street E-L-M-O
E-L-M-O is a shiny, red plush Sesame Street Elmo that dances the E-L-M-O song to the tune of the YMCA song). Squeeze Elmo's hand and Elmo will invite you to join him dancing to his fun song. Not only does he play E-L-M-O song, he actually forms the E, …

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Hottest Christmas Gifts

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M-A-G by Magaschoni Fur-trim Cashmere Poncho
Exclusively ours. Two-ply cashmere poncho with sequin snowflakes has fox fur trimmed hood and pom pom tie. One size. Dry clean. Imported. Fur origin: China.
$500.00

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Fleece-Lined Ski Jean
by Eddie Bauer
It's what's on the inside that counts. We've taken that adage to heart, lining these favorite pure-cotton denim style with warm polyester fleece. The popular Relaxed-Fit silhouette gives more room in the seat and thigh for better movement for winter ...
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COACH Mini Signature Skinny Wristlet
Carry it all on your wrist. A sleek Signature piece with luxurious vachetta leather trim. Classic color combos.
$48.00

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LL Bean: Regular Classic Wool/Cashmere Pea Coat
by L.L. Bean
Classic Wool/Cashmere Pea Coat This classic coat is made from warm midweight wool, blended with nylon for durability and cashmere for a luxurious, soft touch. Tightly woven to stand up to chilly winds through many winters. Full acetate lining. …
$159.00

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Inova (tm) X5 LED Long Distance Flashlight
by inova
Illuminate your surroundings with a magnificent beam of light from this palm-sized flashlight! You'll vividly see true-to-life colors for up to 120 feet.
$39.95

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Operation Iraqi Freedom
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At 9:34 PM EST on March 19, 2003 (5:34 AM local time in Baghdad on March 20), United States and United Kingdom forces consisting of 40 cruise missiles and strikes led by 2 F-117s from the 8th Fighter Squadron (supported by Navy EA-6B Prowlers) and other aircraft began conducting military operations against the state of Iraq designed to disarm Iraq of its weapons of mass destruction and to remove the Iraqi Regime from power.

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Operation Iraqi Freedom

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Less than two hours after a deadline expired for Saddam Hussein to leave Iraq, the sound of air raid sirens were heard in Baghdad.

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Operaton Iraqi Freedom

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A short time later, President Bush addressed the American public stating that coalition forces were in the "early stages of military operations to disarm Iraq, to free its people and to defend the world from grave danger.

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Husker Football

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Turner Gill spent 17 years at Nebraska and four minutes on his farewell speech.

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In a hastily called press conference Friday afternoon, Gill announced he was leaving Nebraska to pursue his dream of becoming a head football coach.

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The 42-year-old receivers coach, the last link to the Tom Osborne era, gathered his players together Friday afternoon to say goodbye, then stood at a podium an hour later to make it official.

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The former icewater-in-the-veins quarterback, who rarely showed emotion as a player or a coach, paused midway through his speech, shuffled some papers, then turned his back as he wept.

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Gill said he's leaving with no job offer, just a leap of faith and a dream of running his own program.

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"You've got to know Turner," Osborne said. "He's a very spiritual person. He just felt called to do it this way."

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One week after the Huskers failed to earn a bowl trip for the first time in 36 years, the last assistant of Osborne's exited into uncertainty.

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Gill was one of two assistants Bill Callahan retained when he became head coach in January. The other - tight ends coach Scott Downing - was hired by Frank Solich in 2003.

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"It's sad," Osborne said, "and yet on the other hand, this marks, what, 42 years of continuity? Every player we've had during that 42-year period could turn on the TV or come visit practice and there was somebody they could relate to, somebody they knew. Now, almost totally, that's gone.

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Callahan was visibly affected by Friday's news and was somber as Gill stood at the podium. Gill said he spent long hours praying over the decision.

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He lost his composure when he got to the part of the speech about the players. He stepped away from the podium for about 45 seconds, wiped his eye and continued.

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Gill was Nebraska's starting quarterback from 1981 to '83 and led the Huskers to a 28-2 record and three Big Eight titles.

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His '83 squad finished 12-1 and missed a two-point conversion for the national championship against Miami.

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Gill took that experience to the sidelines at Nebraska, where he coached quarterbacks Tommie Frazier, Scott Frost and 2001 Heisman Trophy winner Eric Crouch.

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The Huskers won three national championships with Gill as quarterbacks coach in the 1990s.

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Gill declined to say which jobs he would pursue, but the market appears to be active.

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Fifteen Division I coaches have been fired or resigned since mid-November.

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With Tyrone Willingham's ouster at Notre Dame earlier this week, there are only two black head coaches in Division I-A.