Prof. John Bateman. Did you Know? The author of the novel Ben Hur (1880) was Lew(is) Wallace ( )

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1 Volume 77 Issue 14 Tuesday 4 October 2011 Prof. John Bateman Murdoch Childrens Research Institute discovers ways to prevent and treat conditions affecting babies, children and adolescents, helping them lead happy, healthy lives. Our passionate team conducts innovative world class research into common childhood conditions including: heart disease cancer mental illness cerebral palsy premature birth We have six research themes: Critical Care & Neurosciences Early Development & Disease Healthy Development Infection, Immunity & Environment Laboratory & Community Genetics Musculoskeletal Disorders arthritis asthma & auto immune disorders genetic conditions obesity Did you Know? The author of the novel Ben Hur (1880) was Lew(is) Wallace ( ) He was a soldier and statesman as well as author. He served in the Mexican war( ) and with distinction as a major-general in the federal forces in the American Civil War. He was Governor of New Mexico ( ) and minister to Turkey ( ) Charlton Heston who portrayed Judah Ben Hur in the 1959 movie(for which he won an Oscar) was famous in later life as President of the NRA the National Rifle Association of America.

2 The Four Way Test: Of the things we think, say or do: Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? The Rotary Club of Essendon P.O Box 161 Essendon, VIC 3040 Club President: Steve Roe Club Secretary: Rob Thomas Dedicated Researchers Some researchers are simply dedicated. Bill Bryson, in his book A Short History of Nearly Everything, notes that Henry Crampton spent from 1906 until his death in 1956 studying the snail genus Partula in Polynesia. If his surroundings were like the tourist adverts., who would blame him? He compiled his results in fastidiously detailed tables, which have probably been studied by perhaps one or as many as three or four keen gastropodists. Another dedicated researcher was Alfred Kinsey, who was a keen entomologist. In an expedition lasting 2 years, he hiked 4,000 kilometres and amassed a collection of 300,000 wasps. That is a lot of wasps! He then transferred his interests to human sexuality, and after 20 years, published Sexual Behaviour in the Human Male and Sexual Behaviour in the Human Female five years later. Both are a good read, if that is your area of interest, but note that many of his experimental subjects were college students, and you know what they are like. Today s Attendance 35 members plus 6 guests Birthdays: Sam Morello Grant Sheldon Club Anniversaries: Ray Landgren 37yrs PDG Ian Knight, PDG Terry Barritt, Joan Barritt, Jorgen Bobenko, Richard McDonald and Hon. Member Noel O Brien Resistance to Antibiotics The use of disinfectants on surfaces (bench tops, floors, toilets) is not only futile, as the germs come right back again, it is dangerous, as the survivors eventually become resistant. Soap and water is the best approach, on hands, surfaces and so on, as the grime removed also contains the germs. Unfortunately, the plethora of advertising overcomes the health message, and the bug s reproduction rate ensures that eventually those that are not killed will be resistant to everything. This has already happened to Klebseilla Pneumoniae. One strain carries the gene NDM-1 which confers on it resistance to nearly all antibiotics, and it has now spread around the world. But what is really scary is that gram negative organisms like Klebsiella can readily exchange genes with gram negative organisms of a different genus, and have done just this with Escherichia Coli, which lives in the gut of every warm-blooded being and is ubiquitous in our environment. If antibiotic-resistant E Coli become the norm, we humans may be in trouble.

3 For the diary Tues 11/10/11 DATE EVENT VENUE Lyn Watson Dingo Discovery centre Fred s Friday 14/10/2011 Bahay Tuliyan Trivia night Maribyrnong Park Bowls Tues 18/10/11 Tony Colicchia scratched Court Duty Mon 24/10/2011 Andrew Morello Clocktower Tues 25/10/11 German Cultural Day Fred s Tues 1/11/11 No meeting Melb Cup Tues 8/11/11 Lt. Cmdr. Andrea Agarides RAN Fred s 9/11/11 16/11/11 Philippines Delegation Philippines Tues 29/11/11, 1pm AGM Tues 13/12/11 evening Tues 20/12/11 breakfast Tues 27/12/11, Tues 3/1/12, Tues 10/1/12 Tues 17/1/12 late afternoon/evening Weekly Raffle: Norm Mollica failed to draw the Joker. Stephen Chandler won the consolation prize. Jackpot now over $600. Xmas Function (no lunch time mtg) TBA Breakfast mtg with guests from RC of Moonee Valley No meeting Xmas Meeting and BBQ at DIK Fredricks Fredricks DIK Manchester for Philippines Any members who would like to donate new or second hand manchester, single cotton sheets and bath towels for the new crisis centre in Philippines can do so by contacting Shirley or Cathy. The centre is being opened on 11 November, /3/12 12/3/12 Mynamar Delegation Myanmar 9/3/12 12/3/12 80 th D9800 Conference Melbourne Convention Centre Tues 22/5/12 Charter Night (no lunch time mtg) TBA Tues 3/7/12, 1pm President Changeover Fredricks

4 Help yourself and help the Club by banking with Strathmore Community Bank. Take out a home loan and the club will received up to $500, take out a 3 month fixed term deposit and the club will receive up to $50 etc. For more details drop into the branch at 337 Napier St or call branch Manager Philip Stewart on

5 President Stephen s favourite aviation quotes: And this, ladies and gentlemen, is the very first Fokker airplane built in the world. The Dutch call it the mother Fokker. A military aircraft had gear problems on landing, and as the plane was skidding down the tarmac the tower controller asked if they needed assistance. From the plane came a laconic southern voice: Dunno - we ain't done crashin' yet. P = The problem logged by the pilot. S = The solution logged by the mechanic. P: Left inside main tire almost needs replacement. S: Almost replaced left inside main tire. P: Test flight OK, except auto-land very rough. S: Auto-land not installed on this aircraft. P: No. 2 propeller seeping prop fluid. S: No. 2 propeller seepage normal. Nos. 1, 3 and 4 propellers lack normal seepage. P: Something loose in cockpit. S: Something tightened in cockpit. P: Dead bugs on windshield. S: Live bugs on backorder. P: Evidence of leak on right main landing gear. S: Evidence removed. P: DME volume unbelievably loud. S: DME volume set to more believable level P: Suspected crack in windscreen. S: Suspect you're right. P: Number 3 engine missing. S: Engine found on right wing after brief search

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7 REMINDER ROTARY CAMP GETAWAY AXEDALE IT S YOUR CAMP KITCHEN RE DEVELOPMENT WHEN - Sunday 9th October, 2011 WHERE - Fredrick s Restaurant, 980 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon TIME am for noon to 2.00 pm ( light lunch provided ) TARGET $ 130, Please or phone your intentions to attend this function BY Wednesday October 5th to Lindsay Murphy on or lindsaymurphy@bigpond.com

8 PROJECT of DISTRICT 9800 Fundraising Opportunity The sister event to the world s largest run is coming to Melbourne. The Sunday Age City2Sea presented by Westpac will take place for the very first time on Sunday, November 13, The 14km course starts at the Arts Centre in the CBD, travels along St Kilda Road, around the Albert Park Grand Prix track and on to a spectacular finish by the sea in St Kilda. Elite runners, joggers and walkers from around Australia will be joined by many dressed in novelty themed costumes with live music along the route. The City2Sea is working closely with our official charity partner Movember; a global movement aimed at changing the face of men's health, amongst a range of other charities. All we have to do is find 600 Volunteers for their very first City2Sea Fun Run on November 13 and the Age will pay D9800 $22,000 in sponsorship money. All the funds go back to the Clubs who provide Marshalls; from $30 per head to $50 per head depending on hours and responsibilities. Please contact President Stephen if you are available. German Cultural Day 25/10/2011 (Don t mention the War!) Great education and entertainment Perfect day to bring a friend