Abstract This paper discusses the research of Jesse T. Moore Jr. in an article on the black population in Colorado after the Civil War. The paper makes use of some of the accounts from the slave narratives on the Civil War era and then examines what ex-slaves had to say about this period.
From the Paper "Slavery was ended legally with the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of the Civil War, but this did not lead to the full participation of the black population in American society. The after-effects of slavery continued through Reconstruction and post-Reconstruction with particular strength, and arguably many of the consequences continue to this day. An article by Jesse T. Moore Jr. Uses some of the accounts from the slave narratives on the Civil War era and after to examine what ex-slaves had to say about this period. The slave narratives clearly constitute an important and informative primary source for data on this period, especially as it relates to the experience of real people affected by the changes taking place and fully cognizant of how strongly much of the white community clung to old ideas and sought to minimize change. "
Abstract This paper examines how tourism has always been one of Colorado's leading industries, employing more than 200,000 Colorado workers and attracting a variety of tourists. It looks at how in 2001, Colorado's booming economic growth came to a halt, mainly because of the same factors that caused the current U.S. recession and how today, the state is experiencing a stagnant economy and the weakest employment performance in decades. As a result, many industries, including travel and tourism, are sluggish.
Outline
Introduction
Current Resources and Methods of Staying Afloat
Recommendations for Small Colorado Resorts
Conclusion
From the Paper "In 2002, Colorado's $1.7 billion ski industry was hit with an unprecedented meltdown as many skiers chose to say home during the winter (Thredgold, 2002). As a result of many economic factors, including an increased fear of flying, economic uncertainty and a lack of early-season snow, many smaller ski resorts are in danger of going out of business. In addition, a sagging economy, high-profile forest fires and one of the worst droughts in recent history, in general, hurt the tourism industry. To make matters worse, fear of terrorist attacks and the current war has further increased consumer anxiety about air travel and airport security delays this year. As a result, there are more locals hitting the resorts and fewer tourists."
Abstract This paper takes an in-depth look at one of Colorado's most interesting cities, Manitou Springs. The author discusses the history of the city, early explorers and denizens, and the ancient rock formations which makes Manitou Springs a tremendous tourist attraction. The paper looks at such Manitou sights as Pike Peaks, Garden of the Gods, and the Dawson formation.
From the Paper:
"Besides being home to a number of top-notch, countrywide renowned historic restaurants, as well as many desired locality eateries, Manitou Springs has a broad range of first class lodgings: an historic hotel, many exclusive Victorian bed& breakfasts, traditional motels, warm boutique motels quality motor inns, cabins by Fountain Creek, and secluded wooded campgrounds. What makes Manitou Springs the most absolute Colorado experience is the lure of the surrounding of the city. You can reach to the top of the Pike Peaks through the Manitou and Pikes railway station which has the elevation of 14,110. The Cave of the winds, will lead to the vivid pits of Colorado but very soon you will be back in time by the majestic view of Miromont Castle and the Cliff Dwellings Museum. "
Abstract This paper explains how the single most important industry in Colorado is the tourism industry. It examines the problems to the tourism industry caused by the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the slow-down in spending due to the economic crisis. This paper examines how these factors specifically effect the Colorado tourism industry and what can be done to change this trend.
From the Paper "These factors have changed the way America travels. Recent studies suggest that people are now traveling closer to home and are using the family car to travel more than they are using commercial transportation (CTO, 2002). While these trends have been bad for the travel and tourism on a national level, these very habits have made Colorado an even more enticing tourist attraction. Colorado was one of very few states that experienced an increase in marketable travel from 2000-2001. During this period travel in Colorado rose from $6.9 billion in 2000 to $7.0 billion in 2001 (CTO, 2002)."
Abstract The author of the paper introduces, discusses, and analyzes the topic of water management with regard to the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) and the Colorado River Aqueduct. With regard to increasing demands for fresh water and the decreasing amount of water available from the Colorado River, the writer examines measures that must, in the writer's opinion, be taken to manage water resources including the implementation of policies to encourage consumers to reduce water consumption.
From the Paper "The Colorado River Aqueduct and flow from the Colorado River is being managed relatively effectively today, largely because of the 2007 agreement. The agreement allows the MWD to create an "intentionally created surplus" (ICS) of water, and then store it in Lake Mead for use during shortages or droughts. The surplus water is a result of water conservation in farmlands, and the MWD is testing the program with Lake Mead officials now. There are things that could be managed differently, however. Consumers are the biggest users of water, and lawns and gardens are a large part of that usage. It would seem prudent for Southern California water districts to encourage homeowners to replace lawns and landscaping with low-water xeriscaping, as that would save a lot of water throughout the region. In addition, there needs to be more research and development into alternative technologies, such as desalination, underground water storage, and stormwater management."
Tags: water shortages, distribute rain snowmelt, drying up, trickle, lake mead, conservation xeriscaping desalination stormwater
Abstract This paper is a case study to determine the marketing strategy of the Colorado Creative Music in the recorded music industry, which is one of the most stressed industries today. The author points out that, according to SWOT analysis, a firm should not necessarily pursue the most immediately lucrative opportunities offered to it by a surface analysis of a particular industry, but rather, it may have a better chance at developing a competitive advantage by identifying a fit between the firm's strengths and upcoming opportunities. The author concludes that the company must learn to make use of new technologies, such as the internet, in generating interest in the product, as well as of assuring sellers of the marketability and desirability of some of his lesser-known artists.
Table of Contents
Introduction
SWOT Analysis of the Company
Five-force Analysis of the Recorded Music Industry
Issues
From the Paper "The changing nature of technology in the music industry also means that there is tremendous potential for entry of new competitors in the music industry. However, before a potential analyst resigns him or herself to the completely fluid nature of the industry, it must also be noted that the ability of new competitors to easily enter the market does not mean that there is any baseline level of guaranteed success. This is particularly true given that Colorado Creative Music has attempted to corner a market of the music market that is not the traditionally young, disposable-income producing teen or "twentysomething" so coveted by the majority of the industry. Colorado Creative Music has targeted itself as establishing a niche in the market, rather than out and out domination of any particular sector of the music market."
Abstract This narrative essay describes a couple's nightmarish flight home after a vacation in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The story tells about the numerous discomforts and inconveniences that befall the couple on their journey home.
From the Paper "Our Colorado vacation was beautiful, and everything we hoped it would be, as perfect as the first daffodil in spring. Maybe that's why the return trip was such a nightmare; we just didn't want all that perfection to end. However, end it did, and not with a bang, but with a decided pain in the butt. Our vacation may have been a great time, but our return home was certainly not a Rocky Mountain High, it was a Rocky Mountain low if ever there was one. The next time I head off for Colorado, I think I'll take the train."
Abstract This essay provides a thorough discussion of the history of Colorado's rape shield legislation, as well as related federal rules of evidence, and how it has held up to multiple challenges throughout the years. The paper also includes references to case law that has played a substantial role in maintaining this very important piece of legislation. Lastly, the paper describes the legal battle that ensued when Kobe Bryant's attorneys attempted to challenge the constitutionality of the statute and, ultimately, lost.
From the Paper "Most Americans acknowledge the shame and embarrassment felt by rape victims who must testify against their accusers in court. It is already known that a substantial majority of rape cases go unreported in America each year, presumably due to the risk of humiliation of sexual assault victims. Nearly every state in the country, under pressure from feminist groups, attorneys, and legislators, has enacted rape shield legislation to ease the emotional suffering of rape victims and encourage more victims to come forward in the absence of having their sexual past exposed."
Abstract This paper focuses on one home on Canon City, Colorado. It discusses the property value, the assessment of the property value, the financial analysis figures that go into determining whether or not the home is a good investment, the cost of maintaining the building, the risk involved in making the purchase, and finally, if this property would have a profit or loss for the buyer.
From the Paper "The property being considered is a building erected in 1910 that is located in the town of Canon City, Colorado (Looplite). It is located at 605 Main Street on a retail commercial street, and was listed for sale on April 11, 2005 (Looplite). The property has a total of 12,810 square feet, with 4,000 square feet on each of the three floors. Located in the historical district, the building is in excellent condition. It is located 45 minutes from Pueblo, and 120 miles from Denver, in Fremont County. The total asking price for the property is $465,000, and the price per square foot is $36.30 (Looplite). II Demographics of Area. The median family income for Canon City is $52.482.00 ("Fast")."
Abstract The study provides a review of the relevant peer-reviewed and organizational literature concerning Denver, Colorado. The paper discusses how Denver was founded by early settlers in search of the abundant mineral resources offered by the future metropolis' site. The paper demonstrates that over the years, the city's isolation has compelled its leadership and business interests to invest heavily in a communications and transportation network that has served it well. Despite some setbacks in terms of economic and social issues over the years, the paper explains how the city of Denver has emerged as one of the country's major urban centers that should continue to enjoy positive economic growth in the future.
Outline:
Review and Discussion
Educational Attainment
Race and Age Structure
Employment/Unemployment.
Income/Poverty Status
Housing Statistics
Economic Analysis
Structure of the Economy/Economic Base
Businesses in the City of Denver
Economic Analysis
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The research will show that Denver's geographic location and its natural resources have been inextricably linked with population growth and decline trends over the years that have been grouped into three distinct periods. According to Denver - a booming city (2000), "Denver is a clean, young and green city with over 200 parks and dozens of tree-lined boulevards. The architecture reflects the city's three boom periods: Victorian, when silver was discovered in Leadville; turn-of-the-century, when gold was discovered in Cripple Creek; and contemporary, when the energy boom added 16 skyscrapers to the downtown skyline in a three year period.""
Abstract The study provides a review of the relevant peer-reviewed and organizational literature concerning Denver. The paper discusses how Denver, Colorado was founded by early settlers in search of the abundant mineral resources offered by the future metropolis' site. The paper demonstrates that over the years, the city's isolation has compelled its leadership and business interests to invest heavily in a communications and transportation network that have served it well. Despite some setbacks in terms of economic and social issues over the years, the paper explains how the city of Denver has emerged as one of the country's major urban centers that should continue to enjoy positive economic growth in the future.
Outline:
Review and Discussion
Educational Attainment
Race and Age Structure
Employment/Unemployment.
Income/Poverty Status
Housing Statistics
Economic Analysis
Structure of the Economy/Economic Base
Businesses in the City of Denver
Economic Analysis
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper "The research will show that Denver's geographic location and its natural resources have been inextricably linked with population growth and decline trends over the years that have been grouped into three distinct periods. According to Denver - a booming city (2000), "Denver is a clean, young and green city with over 200 parks and dozens of tree-lined boulevards. The architecture reflects the city's three boom periods: Victorian, when silver was discovered in Leadville; turn-of-the-century, when gold was discovered in Cripple Creek; and contemporary, when the energy boom added 16 skyscrapers to the downtown skyline in a three year period.""
Abstract This report covers the most important aspects of the Colorado Group Annual Report and draws relevant conclusions related to the organization's operational and financial performances. The paper provides an analysis of the financial ratios, as well as a general analysis. The paper concludes that although there was a small decrease in profitability in the last year (2005), this was due to difficult retail conditions rather than problems within the company itself. The paper predicts that the company will have solid development in the future and will increase its profits based on solid ratios and figures.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Principle Areas of Judgment in the 2006 Annual Report
Analysis of Financial Ratios
Overall Analysis
From the Paper "Before listing the actual financial - related details, the chairman and CEO of the company, Bill Gibson, and the chief operating officer, Eddie MacDonald, list the main characteristics of the past period of time, in terms of financial and operational results, as well as the main strategic objectives for the company in the subsequent period of time."
"According to both, the 2005-2006 period has not been a very good one from a financial point of view, with the organization failing to continue its extraordinary growth that had occurred since 1999, when it was listed on the stock exchange. The reasons for this were related to internal needs for adjustments, but, even more important, to the macroeconomic situation in the retail industry that affected the organization's financial figures and its capacity of generating profits."
Abstract This paper discusses how magnesium chloride has become the de-icer of choice in snowy regions such as Colorado and how supporters of the product claim that magnesium chloride is an environmentally safer option for de-icing than some of its predecessors, namely, sodium chloride. It examines how the use of magnesium chloride in liquid and modified cold-pressed form has been shown to be highly effective as a tool for de-icing in Colorado. It also looks at how supporters of the use of magnesium chloride in Colorado have stated that the de-icer has proven beneficial to the environment, while others claim the use of magnesium chloride has been shown to possibly increase electrical outages and pole fires, as well as corrosion.
From the Paper "Another environmental issue facing Coloradoans resulting from the use of magnesium chloride is corrosion. The use of sodium chloride or rock salt in the past presented a much greater problem in this respect. Magnesium chloride however, is also by nature corrosive; however proponents of its use point out those chemical agents are added to it to minimize the corrosive effects (Pavek, 2002). Highway departments in the state of Colorado have noticed that the use of magnesium chloride as a de-icer has reduced much of the major corrosion on trucks and equipment, as well as steel enforced bridges compared to sodium chloride (Pavek, 2002). However, some reports are also indicating that aluminum components and electrical components in their vehicles are actually showing increased evidence of corrosion at a more rapid rate (Pavek, 2002)."
Abstract This paper presents an examination of the water issues of the western United States. It explores the history of water need and supply in both the upper basin and the lower basin states and then discusses what the impact of the Colorado Compact has had on those states. It concludes by discussing the need for future monitoring of the water flow and allotments.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Colorado Colorado River Compact
Law of the River
The Future
Conclusion
From the Paper "As the years began to pass the upper basin states began to disagree about the allocations of the 7.5 million acre feet they had been using as a group. An easy way to examine this era of the water supply development is to imagine a family in which there are seven children. Instead of handing each child a piece of cake the parents put a cake down and leave the room and say, "Go ahead and share that cake". If they repeat this process daily or weekly it will not be long before some of the siblings begin believing that other siblings are getting more than an equal share of the cake. They will think it is unfair that they have to depend on the others sense of fairness to be sure they too get a large enough piece. This is what happened in the situation with the upper basin states and the Colorado River supply. The states were expected to work among themselves and divide up the provided 7.5 million acre feet and they began to have disagreements about who was using how much of that total water supply. States that began to grow more quickly in population and water need than other states felt they had a right to more of the water while the states that were experiencing slower growth patterns had concerns that they would not be able to promote growth if the other states used most of the water supply."
