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What does "CM Punk" stand for?

CM Punk, whose real name outside of the wrestling ring is Phillip Jack Brooks, has given several explanations for the "CM" initials. In a 2006 interview, he explained, "I tell people it stands for C. Montgomery Burns, as in Mr. Burns from 'The Simpsons.' I tell people they are initials for my real name, Chuck Mosley, which is not true at all. I'll say it stands for Crooked Moonsault, Charles Manson ... Cookie Monster is another good one."

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When does halibut season start for the commercial year?

The International Pacific Halibut Commission is the organization responsible for setting start and end dates for the commercial halibut season. Established in 1923, the IPHC is a cooperative effort between Canada and the United States. It aims to maintain the stock of halibut available in the shared waters around both countries. In addition to controlling the season duration, the IPHC also sets the total amount of weight allowed to be caught.\nThe amount of halibut companies can catch varies widely from area to area. Alaska has a total catch limit of 17,934,000 pounds while the British Columbi..

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How can you view a Cherry Grove fishing report?

OIFC.com also provides weather predictions, information on bottom and backwater fishing, a section where fishermen can post questions and view answers on a wide variety of topics, and charter fishing information. Additionally, the site hosts recipes, area links and a listing of boats for sale.\nAt HookAndBullet.com, visitors can access fishing reports in bodies of water near the Cherry Grove Inlet that include Nixon Creek, Salt Flat Creek, House Creek, Cherry Grove Beach and Williams Creek. Each listing provides a description of the area and conditions, a chart of the best fishing times, and l..

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How do you decode the Remington date of manufacture on the gun barrel?

As the requirement to engrave serial numbers on guns didn't begin until 1968, a firearm's age may be difficult or impossible to determine. Remington barrel codes obviate this problem by including date information within a code along the left side of the barrel. The first letter of the code is unique for the month, but the additional letter or letters do not uniquely specify the year.\nCodes used initially started with the letter "L." which indicated 1920, and worked through the alphabet to "Z," indicating 1931. Remington skipped letters easily confused with numbers, such as "I," "O" ..

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What are some trapshooting tips?

Avoid placing the gun on the shoulder too quickly. Place the gun's bead target ahead of the target before pulling the trigger. The gun must remain below the target. Rest the cheek on the comb of the gun to minimize recoil. The comb should accommodate the shooter's facial dimensions. Shock-absorbent material, or a towel on the comb, is a suitable option for resting the head. When calling for the target, retain a full grip and keep the head on the comb.\nHold the gun down to the traphouse before calling for the shot. This allows the shooter to see the target better; however, shooters m..

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How old was wrestler Ultimate Warrior when he died?

His death came just three days after being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. The Ultimate Warrior collapsed while walking with his wife, Dana, on their way back to their car at a Scottsdale hotel. He was pronounced dead at the hospital.\nThe Ultimate Warrior was a popular wrestling superstar in the late 1980s. Perhaps his finest moment came at Wrestlemania VI, when he defeated Hulk Hogan in the championship match in an epic encounter.

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Where did drag racing originate?

The NHRA itself was born out of California's post World War II drag racing scene. This organization's first official race was run in 1953 in the Los Angeles area city of Pomona, California, using a section of parking lot at the county fairgrounds. This site has since undergone multiple different modernization efforts.Military bases in California were also the site of early drag racing activity. According to PBS, one of the first organized races took place in 1949 at California's Goleta Air Force Base, which was largely unused after the war. The end of the second World War likely..

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What are some tips for finding basketball leagues for kids?

Youth basketball leagues and clubs typically focus on either participation or performance. Those that focus on participation allow all players to participate, making these clubs good for player development. Clubs that focus on performance play to win and are more competitive.\nParents often have information on sports leagues, particularly if their children play the sport. Since clubs often begin and end their registration period weeks or months before a league starts, it's important to look for clubs well in advance of the season.

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What sound signal indicates that a sailing vessel is underwater in the fog?

Among the audible distress signals permissible are gun shots fired at the rate of one shot per minute, a continuously sounding foghorn, a radio "Mayday" signal, and radio-telephone or radio-telegraph alarms. In the case of a completely underwater sailing vessel from which the crew has escaped safely, unmistakable light and sound signals may be used to attract the attention of other vessels to indicate that there is danger ahead and a vessel has sunk. The sounds used must not be used for any other kind of signal and must not be able to be confused with other signals.

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What is a summary of Alva Fisher's life?

As a teen, Fisher began playing baseball for an all-state team in 1938. In 1945, she joined the Rockford Peaches team, playing first base. One year later, Fisher joined the Muskegon Lassies, where she transitioned to the role of pitcher. During her time with the Lassies, the team won both the regular season title and the championship title after defeating their competitor, the Fort Wayne Daisies. One of Fisher's best performances as a pitcher included pitching three shutout innings. During her last year with the Lassies, Fisher was named the best shortstop in the league. She had only 23 e..

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