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  Florida group - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Among the members of the Florida group were Oliverio Girondo, Norah Lange, Ricardo Güiraldes, Francisco Luis Bernárdez, Leopoldo Marechal, Conrado Nalé Roxlo, and Raúl González Tuñón.
Güiraldes was something of a father figure to many Florida members; already a major figure, he spent the 1920s writing his masterpiece Don Segundo Sombra, studying Hindu philosophy, and flirting with nationalist politics.
Since the 1960s, some Argentine writers and historians have identified Florida with many of the perceived illnesses of Argentine society such as ignoring the aspirations and culture of the lower classes (which Peronism articulated later), looking towards Europe for inspiration, and being out of touch with any kind of productive work.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Florida_group   (362 words)

  
 Florida (disambiguation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Florida is the 27th constituent state of the United States.
The Florida group (Sp.: grupo Florida), a Buenos Aires-based avant-garde literary group in the 1920s, also often referred to as the Martín Fierro group.
Florida Evans was the lead character on the television series Good Times.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Florida_(disambiguation)   (148 words)

  
 Florida group -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
They were identified with the magazines Proa and Martín Fierro, the latter named after the long poem (Click link for more info and facts about Martín Fierro) Martín Fierro, generally considered the greatest work of nineteenth-century (Any of various small silver-scaled salmon-like marine fishes) Argentine literature.
Among the members of the Florida group were Oliverio Girondo, (Click link for more info and facts about Norah Lange) Norah Lange, Ricardo Güiraldes, Francisco Luis Bernárdez, Leopoldo Marechal, Conrado Nalé Roxlo, and Raúl González Tuñón.
Güiraldes was something of a father figure to many Florida members; already a major figure, he spent the 1920s writing his masterpiece Don Segundo Sombra, studying (A person who adheres to Hinduism) Hindu philosophy, and flirting with (An advocate of national independence of or a strong national government) nationalist politics.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/f/fl/florida_group.htm   (322 words)

  
 Florida Group Finds No Risk to Arsenic-Treated Playground Equipment   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Florida Physicians Arsenic Workgroup, set up by the state of Florida to investigate the matter, found that any exposure to arsenic that children might conceivably get from treated wood "is not significant compared to natural sources and will not result in detectable arsenic intake."
They physicians group also noted that the arsenic-treated wood had been in use since the 1960s and there is no evidence linking it to any health problems.
Both it and the Florida study are largely irrelevant at this point, because the EPA reached an agreement with manufacturers to end the sale of arsenic-treated lumber by the end of 2003.
www.skepticism.net /articles/2002/000074.html   (238 words)

  
 Florida Group Health Insurance
Florida group health insurance plan premiums have been going up at unprecedented rates each year.
Groups of less than 51 - Florida group health insurance is sold on a guaranteed to issue basis when the group size is 50 or less.
If you have a group of three employees and are having a problem finding an agent who will help you find and write a group of three employees, give us a call.
www.flinsuranceinfo.com /grouphealthinsurance.htm   (1349 words)

  
 Florida Tropical Weavers Guild   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Florida Tropical Weaver's Guild is a non-profit organization whose primary mission is to educate the public on the art and craft of weaving, spinning and basketry.
The state guild was formed March 5, 1943, precipitated by the Florida Department of Agriculture - Sea Island Bureau re-introducing cotton in the state as a commercial crop in 1935.
Individual guilds were formed and, in 1943, the Florida Tropical Weaver's Guild was formed as a way of joining individual guilds together and providing further support to the education efforts.
www.ftwg.org /index.htm   (332 words)

  
 Florida group health insurance
If you have group insurance now from a major carrier (i.e., Blue Cross, Aetna, etc.) and you are now on a quest to find lower rates, you have a nearly impossible task in front of you.
We can insure groups of 1099 employees if at least two of the employees are regular W-2 employees.
If you have four or more employees and either have a Florida group health insurance plan or want to obtain one, you will quickly find out that it is very expensive.
www.flquote.com /grouphealthinsurance.htm   (1007 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Gun control group targets Florida's tourist industry   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Florida's "stand your ground" law, which took effect Saturday, means that people no longer must attempt to retreat or defuse a threatening situation before using violence in order to later claim they were acting in self-defense.
Florida hosts more than 1 million visitors on any given day, with nearly 80 million tourists visiting the state in 2004, according to Visit Florida.
The Brady Campaign leaflets, which the group intends to hand out for about a month at the Miami and Orlando airports, call the measure the "Shoot First" law and urge people to "take sensible precautions" while visiting the state.
www.usatoday.com /news/nation/2005-10-04-florida-gunprotest_x.htm   (658 words)

  
 Florida PIRG   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Many of Florida’s most popular and pristine rivers, lakes and springs are threatened by poorly planned development and pollution.
Florida PIRG is working with allies across the state to protect three of these precious waterways from imminent threats—The Everglades, Cypress Creek in Tampa Bay and Wakulla Springs in north Florida.
Florida PIRG has teamed up with other state PIRGs to analyze the administration's energy proposals and to chart a course for a smarter, cleaner energy future.
www.floridapirg.org   (380 words)

  
 The Wongsam Group - Richard and Vera Wongsam,CRS
Florida and the surrounding areas remains strong despite the down turn in the economy that has affected many other cities and states.
She then joined Prudential Florida Realty in the Cooper City office and subsequently transferred to the Weston office when it was opened in 1996.
THE WONGSAM GROUP has sold and leased hundreds of homes and commercial properties in the South Florida area over the past few years and continue to be one of the leading team in the real estate business.
www.wongsamgroup.com   (1163 words)

  
 Florida Group rates and sold out dates for Florida hotels
When planning a group meeting, there are many things to consider: venue, price, location, activities for guest, transportation, event registration and even legal issues.
For groups of 50 rooms per night or more, we now have online booking convenience so that your guests can book their reservations online.
After digesting the information offered by these many companies, it was plain to see that one company, Florida Travel, and in particular their reservation manager Michelle Boyd, were by far more professional and informative than all the other companies.
www.2000floridatravel.com /soldout.htm   (410 words)

  
 U.S. ASSETS GROUP - SARASOTA, FLORIDA - PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT
U.S. Assets Group was founded in 1993 to create Florida’s premier residential communities.
Evidence of U.S. Assets Group’s experience and principled business practices is seen in consistently brisk community sales and the significant increases in home values that occur thereafter.
This proven record of financial success is one more reason why the many partners of U.S. Assets Group can feel confident and secure in their relationships with the firm.
www.usassetsgrp.com   (328 words)

  
 Florida Hospital | Support Groups
Florida Hospital is pleased to provide information about support groups and other related services of possible interest to our patients and community.
Some support groups are sponsored by Florida Hospital and others by community organizations or others with personal interest in self-help group programs for specific health or other need.
FLORIDA HOSPITAL is unique among Central Florida hospitals because of its emphasis on spirituality as a significant part of the healing process.
www.flhosp.org /services/supportgroups   (476 words)

  
 Florida Group Catalog: Adminstrative Setup - Florida Electronic Library   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Florida group catalog provides access to the collections of Florida libraries through a single, easy-to-search database, with the ability to expand your search to the entire state or the world through the WorldCat database.
The Florida group catalog will be available through your FirstSearch account along with access to WorldCat and any additional FirstSearch databases your library may have purchased.
Florida Group Catalog: This is a FirstSearch IP address recognition line that logs a registered IP address on as a Florida patron.
www.flelibrary.org /about/about_flgroupadminsetup.htm   (1019 words)

  
 FPL Group: Florida Energy Company Providing Florida Electricity/Utility, Power Generation & Telecomm Services
With a growing presence in 26 states, it is recognized as one of the country's premier power companies.
The largest investor-owned Florida electricity / utility company, providing more than four million homes and businesses with clean, reliable electric power and energy services at rates well below the national average.
FPL Group announces date for release of third quarter 2005 financial results
www.fplgroup.com   (141 words)

  
 Florida Health Insurance
Florida health insurance in orlando agents for florida health insurance agency
Florida health insurance premiums are at record highs and there is every indication the trend will continue.
We represent the top "A" rated Florida health insurance carriers and we know how to bring your premiums down without putting you and your family at risk.
www.florida-health-quotes.com   (282 words)

  
 The Florida Contest Group - Florida's Amateur Radio Contest Club
The Florida Contest Group supports and encourages all types of contesting, from HF to light, all modes, power classes and skill levels.
The Florida Contest Group uses several methods to communicate with its members, including frequent area meetings, the Gazette newsletter and a club e-mail reflector.
The Florida Contest Group is the proud sponsor of the very popular "Florida QSO Party", which will be held April 23 & 24, 2005.
www.floridacontestgroup.org   (349 words)

  
 Florida Resort Group Specializing in Hotels and Motels Real Estate for sale in Florida   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Florida Resort Group, Inc. and its principals have been in the lodging hospitality business for 19 years, of which the last 8 have been solely devoted to the sale of hotels and motels.
Florida Resort Group specializes in the sale of lodging properties and resort facilities along the Florida West Coast, throughout Central Florida and along the upper Florida East Coast.
Principal areas of activity are the Daytona Beach area, Orlando area, and the West Coast of Florida from Cedar Key on the North to Naples on the South.
www.frgi.com   (299 words)

  
 Introduction -- Gang and Security Threat Group Awareness   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
In 1992, the Florida Department of Corrections began its efforts to identify the levels of gang activity within its inmate/offender population.
The result is the comprehensive intelligence gathering program that has literally given us a "blueprint" of gang activity in Florida.
Many of these groups were founded by members from Chicago, or have since adopted the Chicago influence; however, groups outside of the Chicago alliances also exist.
www.dc.state.fl.us /pub/gangs   (344 words)

  
 Florida health insurance
Florida health insurance premiums are getting out of control.
In Florida, health insurance is medically underwritten and some companies will send out a paramedic to do an exam.If they do a blood test, it is supposed to be a fasting test.
All health insurance plan rates in Florida are approved by the Florida Department of Insurance.
www.flquote.com   (4557 words)

  
 florida insurance florida insurance quote full service florida insurance agency
Florida Insurance Quote can offer you, the individual insurance buyer, the most competitive insurance rates available for your car, home and life insurance needs.
Florida Insurance Quote can offer the small, medium and large business the professional insurance advice and insurance coverage business needs today.
Insurance coverage in Commercial lines of Insurance for all business, small or large, is one of the most important decisions you will make as a business owner to protect the future of the business you have worked hard to develop.
www.flinsurancequote.com   (285 words)

  
 ARE YOU A BIRTHMOTHER, ADOPTEE, OR ADOPTIVE PARENT WHO LIVES IN ESCAMBIA OR SANTA ROSA COUNTIES, FLORIDA ... PENSACOLA, ...
COMMON BOND is a support group dedicated to providing support to all members of the triad who have the need and desire to meet with other birthmothers, adoptees, and adoptive parents.
I recently met with two wonderful birth mothers from this area who are offering their support to all members of the triad community, so if you're in that part of the state don't hesitate to drop Mary a line to learn more about joining forces with them.
If you are an adoptee I encourage you to visit the homepage of a group of adoptees who are politically active, working diligently to reform closed adoption laws.
www.angelfire.com /fl/commonbond   (792 words)

  
 Group Fishing Trips - Group and Coporate Fishing Trips in Florida with Champion Pro Guide Services in Central Florida   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
We can even set up your group trip like a Tournament with weigh in stand and Trophies for the winners.
If you are going to be coming to Florida on business, or a family reunion, Why not go fishing and enjoy a day relaxing in Florida's wonderful scenery, instead of rushing off to a theme park, standing in line.
We have taken more group trips successfully, and we have references.
www.championbass.com /group_trips.htm   (476 words)

  
 affordable florida group health insurance Information, Resources, Listings and More   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
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Group Health Affordable group health insurance plans for groups of all sizes.
If you are looking for free affordable florida group health insurance then you are doing so in an unregulated marketplace.
www.aclsguidelines.com /affordablefloridagrouphealthinsurance   (1283 words)

  
 Florida Venture Forum
The Florida Venture Forum, Inc. is Florida's oldest, largest and most prestigious statewide support group for venture capitalists and entrepreneurs.
As an entrepreneurial networking group, the Florida Venture Forum educates entrepreneurs and assists them in identifying sources of venture capital.
Created in 1984 by a group of high-level business leaders and academicians, the goal of the Florida Venture Forum is to help ensure the success of Florida-based entrepreneurial ventures by offering expert counsel and educational advice.
www.flvencap.org   (201 words)

  
 Regions / Cities: Florida Group on Care2 Connect
Dee Conors is a member of this group and lives in Fort Lauderdale.
Simon Wood is a member of this group and lives in Coffs Harbour.
Vernelle Carter is a member of this group and lives in Richmond.
www.care2.com /c2c/group/florida   (224 words)

  
 Regions / Cities: All things Florida Group on Care2 Connect
This is a group for everyone come in kick your feet up and start the conversations it is more or less an open forum talk about florida friends, family, the florida enviroment and the animals come in and make friends.
Dixie Darling is a member of this group and lives in Rogersville.
Michael Mitchell is a member of this group and lives in Brandon.
www.care2.com /c2c/group/allthingsFlorida   (276 words)

  
 CreativeClass.org
Richard Florida, who wrote "The Rise of the Creative Class" in 2002, has a new book coming out in April that deals with some of the issues we have been talking about here.
Richard Florida has been something of a hero among civic activists and urban planners since the 2002 publication of his The Rise of the Creative Class.
Richard Florida — public policy professor at George Mason University and author, The Flight of the Creative Class: The New Global Competition for Talent — says current policies are putting New York's creative edge at risk.
www.creativeclass.org   (1525 words)

  
 CreativeClass.org   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Richard Florida is the author of the 2002 best-seller The Rise of the Creative Class, which received The Washington Monthly's Political Book Award for that year and was later named by Harvard Business Review as one of the top breakthrough ideas of 2004.
Florida is currently the Hirst Professor in the School of Public Policy at George Mason University and a non-resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution.
He is the founder and principal of two companies: the Creativity Group, an innovative communications and strategies team; and Catalytix, a strategy-consulting firm.
www.creativeclass.org /author.shtml   (256 words)

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