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This is pretty good ~ nice to watch ```

Gamavor Jan ~ the furkish insane are everywhere there ~ they can take everything out on they who are at their mercy and they do ```

These Armenians are under the knife ~ living in occupied western Armenia is not easy I'm sure ```

When the American-made motion picture Ravished Armenia was released in 1919, it became the first film to tell the story of the World War I Armenian Genocide through the eyes of a survivor, Aurora Mardiganian. Directed by Oscar Apfel and produced by early film pioneer Colonel William Selig, the eight-reel silent film was commissioned by the American Committee of Armenian and Syrian Relief (ACASR). The ACASR was established in the United States in 1915 in order to provide aid to victims of the Genocide. ACASR spokesperson Oliver Harriman, explained that the purpose of the movie was to acquaint viewers with ‘ravished Armenia’ and ‘to visualize conditions so that there will be no misunderstanding in the mind of any one about the terrible things which have transpired.’ The ‘screen was selected as the medium,’ she added, ‘because it reached the millions, where the printed word reaches the thousands.’ Ravished Armenia became a huge success with screenings throughout the United States, Europe, South America and as far away as Australia. To illustrate its ability to generate publicity and money for Armenian relief, ticket prices for its packed 12-day New York screenings were $10 each (about $150 in today’s terms) with the theatre’s seating capacity at approximately 1000 people. When the film premiered in Sydney on January 10, 1920, it drew such a strong crowd that ‘many hundreds’ had to be turned away. https://armenianweekly.com/2018/10/25/before-ravished-armenia/

Bob Colombosian, Whose Family Popularized Yogurt in North America, Dies at 92 May 4, 2018 at 3:25 pm Guest Contributor 0Colombosian, Robert “Bob” 92, a longtime resident of Andover, Mass. passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on April 30, 2018. Born on Dec. 8, 1925, Bob was the son […] https://armenianweekly.com/community/obituaries/page/4/

You are here: Home / Food History / What Happened to the Colombo Yogurt I Remember Since Childhood? What Happened to the Colombo Yogurt I Remember Since Childhood? FEBRUARY 10, 2014 BY ERICT_CULINARYLORE Colombo yogurt was the first U.S. yogurt brand. It got its start in 1929 when Armenian immigrants Rose and Sarkis Colombosian began jarring and selling their family yogurt in Andover, Massachusetts. The yogurt they made in America was the same they had made in the old-country, and based on a traditional Armenian recipe. Along with their sons, the couple hand-filled every jar, and sold it to neighbors and friends. The Colombosians, who had arrived in Chicago in 1917 but then moved to Lawrence, Massachusetts, bought a small dairy farm in nearby Andover they called Wild Rose Dairy. The family made yogurt and a drink called ayran from their milk. When they began producing more milk than they could sell or use themselves, they decided to make yogurt that they would also sell along their milk route. In fact, the Colombosian’s first customers were the local Syrian, Lebanese, Greek, or Armenian immigrants, all of which came from cultures with a yogurt tradition. It proved a good business, as these local hard-working folks were busy working in mills or other occupations and had no time to make their own yogurt the old way. The Colombosians priced their yogurt low enough so that it was as economical to buy as to make at home.In From local dairy routes, the family began targeting Middle Eastern grocery shops. American owned grocery stores were not a likely sale since yogurt was still an unknown food to most Americans. They managed to get their yogurt into two stores in Watertown owned by the Mulgars. The Mulgars would later open a Massachusetts supermarket chain called Star Markets, which would also carry Colombo. https://culinarylore.com/food-history:what-happened-to-colombo-yogurt/ Colombo yogurt was the first U.S. yogurt brand. It got its start in 1929 when Armenian immigrants Rose and Sarkis Colombosian began jarring and selling their family yogurt in Andover, Massachusetts. The yogurt they made in America was the same they had made in the old-country, and based on a traditional Armenian recipe. Along with their sons, the couple hand-filled every jar, and sold it to neighbors and friends. The Colombosians, who had arrived in Chicago in 1917 but then moved to Lawrence, Massachusetts, bought a small dairy farm in nearby Andover they called Wild Rose Dairy. The family made yogurt and a drink called ayran from their milk. When they began producing more milk than they could sell or use themselves, they decided to make yogurt that they would also sell along their milk route.

Christina Alexanian Stuns Brookline Audience in ‘Notebooks of Anzel Kourtian’ Christina Alexanian receives a standing ovation from an emotional audience in Brookline, Mass. (Photo: Michael Sarigiannis)BROOKLINE, Mass.—Greek-Armenian actress Christina Alexanian left hundreds in tears on Saturday night after her powerful performance depicting the gruesome reality of the Armenian Genocide (1915) and the Destruction of Smyrna (1922) in her theatrical interpretation of the memoir entitled The Notebooks of Anzel Kourtian. During the solo production, Alexanian filled the role of Anzel Kourtian, a Genocide survivor and migrant laborer, who once journeyed in a single shoe and continued to wear it without the missing pair as a reminder of her people’s civilized roots. Upon arrival in Smyrna, Greece after the barbaric march through Der Zor, every sign of hope for liberation had faded. “There was a burnt smell everywhere that I will never forget. Our whole life was an endless war,” expressed the actress, as she was seen hiding from Turkish soldiers tasked with setting Smyrna on fire. https://armenianweekly.com/2019/12/17/christina-alexanian-stuns-brookline-audience-in-notebooks-of-anzel-kourtian/?fbclid=IwAR0lnkLL0LA2VeRLI1BupZ8Wfz4c0Jy_XOPQoFpFzqi_cKW_YbLQcFQwKtY

Thanks gamavor ~ that pretty neat ~ good to see ` ``

There is a video ~ I wasn't able to post ```http://asbarez.com/189138/rural-villagers-plant-atps-six-millionth-tree-in-lori/

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Arevik Zoroghlyan was picked from the crowd to do the honors. She was shy and hesitant at first, but quickly decided to accept the responsibility and enjoy the moment. The hole was dug with help from her three young teammates – Sarkis Bezoyan, Armen Khachatryan, and Gevork Khachatryan. When Arevik completed the task and pressed down on the soft earth with her hands, the planting brigade broke into applause. “ATP has given me work for the past six years. I help them plant forests near our community,” said Arevik, flushed with delight. “I’m proud to be a part of the story of the six million trees. It’s one of the best gifts I can give my children, my grandchildren, and my country.” This fall, ATP hired 60 people from Lori to help with afforestation and reforestation projects. “Using trees, we’re able to improve the quality of life in communities, so it gives people a good reason to plant forests and preserve them,” said Forestry Manager Navasard Dadyan. “When we plant forests, we make sure to include different species so that a more complex ecosystem can be formed. The trees store carbon, regulate the water cycle, enrich the soil with nutrients, and promote biodiversity,” he added. It’s an exciting time to be an environmentalist in Armenia. Experts and people around the world have recognized the benefits of planting trees and expanding forests. The Armenian government has pledged to double the country’s forest cover by 2050, and recently announced a campaign to get 10 million trees planted on October 10, 2020. What is being called the “10-10-10 Campaign” will increase Armenia’s forests by one percent. The long-term survival of these new forests is essential for them to serve their purpose of offsetting greenhouse gases and fighting climate change. ATP’s forestry and community tree planting programs plant an average of 230,000 to 250,000 trees and shrubs every year. The organization works with communities across the country for successful survival rates. This fall, ATP’s forestry team added 190,651 trees to forests in the communities of Mikhaylovka, Tashir, and Saratovka in Lori. “Armenia has a grand objective to double its forest cover by 2050,” began Dr. Anthony S. Davis, interim dean of the College of Forestry at Oregon State University during his keynote speech at the Forest Summit hosted by ATP and AUA in October. “Now is the time to define what those future forests look like. By 2050, half of Armenia’s forest cover will be based on decisions made today. There should be no greater calling to work together than this piece of information,” he added. ATP will hold these encouraging and wise words in mind, as it moves forward into the next 25 years of environmental work in Armenia. http://asbarez.com/189138/rural-villagers-plant-atps-six-millionth-tree-in-lori/

Rural Villagers Plant ATP’s Six Millionth Tree in Lori Last week, Mirak nursery worker Siranush Harutyunyan (left) selected this Scots pine as ATP’s six millionth tree, to be planted in northern Armenia BY ANI MELKONIAN MIKHAYLOVKA, Lori—Following a year of 25th anniversary celebrations and the inaugural Forest Summit in October, Armenia Tree Project planted its six millionth tree this fall. At a time when tree planting is trending across the globe, ATP is thrilled to reach this milestone, placing the country among others that are part of the solution against climate change. ATP’s six millionth tree, a Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris), was sourced from and planted in Armenia’s northern Lori region. The pine traveled from the Mirak Family Reforestation Nursery in Margahovit village to a 43.4 hectare (107 acre) forest being planted in Mikhaylovka Village. Like all the other trees ATP produces, the Scots pine is a native species that commonly grows in the northern and southern regions of Armenia. The seedling was selected and unearthed by Mirak Nursery employee Siranush Harutyunyan. “All the seedlings we grow are special and beautiful to us, but I chose this particular pine because it stands taller and prouder than the rest,” explained Siranush. Unlike ATP’s five millionth tree, which is under the care and attention of staff at the Karin Nursery, the six millionth would have to thrive in less hospitable conditions, in the wild. “Its roots are strong and healthy, so it will withstand the elements. We’re certain it’s going to survive in the front lines. It’s a real warrior,” concluded Siranush, as her coworkers nodded in agreement as they helped her carry the tree to the truck in a bucket full of soil. About an hour later, the much-anticipated six millionth tree was given a great big welcome by ATP’s seasonal workers at the new forest site in Mikhaylovka. The northernmost village was almost entirely covered by fog, but that only added to the drama of the day. http://asbarez.com/189138/rural-villagers-plant-atps-six-millionth-tree-in-lori/

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Armenian Ice Dancing Duo Wins 2nd Place at Santa Claus Cup Tina Garabedian and Simon Proulx-Sénécal Armenian ice dancers Tina Garabedian and Simon Proulx-Sénécal won second place in the 2019 Santa Claus Cup, an international figure skating competition for Advanced, Intermediate, and Basic skaters held in Budapest, Hungary. Sénécal is a Canadian ice dancer who competes with Garabedian for Armenia. A total of nine pairs participated in this year’s competition. Garabedian and Sénécal received a total of 171.39 points as a result of two programs, and are now set to perform in the rhythm dance at the World Championship. The pair returned to the skating rink in November after a year-long break, to participate in the Warsaw Cup. Last week, Armenian figure skater Anastasia Galustyan won the women’s individual event in the international competition. http://asbarez.com/189282/armenian-ice-dancing-duo-wins-2nd-place-at-santa-claus-cup/

Very nice ``` https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/armenian-letter-art-and-its-cultural-expressions-01513?fbclid=IwAR0KlzdLSygqAUk_4CP6z2oT9CvUlU7yErTg2y3TVXv6kK2iVlDdvmhQqEc

Thank God and Congress ~ Now the President should sign this bill and America will join the countries and the world in recognizing the Armenian Genocide ~ and no longer be silent on murder to please anyone ``` Thank you to Senator Robert Menendez and Senator Ted Cruz ~ they spoke well before the vote ```

Or we should say: Some rest here ~ many gave their lives ~ even until today ```

http://janfedayi.com/images/MVC-408F.JPGYerablur is Located in the outskirts of Yerevan http://janfedayi.com/images/MVC-040F.JPG http://janfedayi.com/images/MVC-834F.JPG They rest here who gave all to save their brothers and sisters ```

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OP senator, at White House's request, blocks Armenian genocide resolution It was the third time the resolution, which passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support, was blocked by a Republican senator., at White House's request, blocks Armenian genocide resolutionIt was the third time the resolution, which passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support, was blocked by a Republican senator. Rep. Kevin Cramer speaks at the 2018 North Dakota Republican Party Convention in Grand Forks on April 7, 2018.Dan Koeck / Reuters file Dec. 5, 2019, 2:37 PM PST By Dareh Gregorian and Julie Tsirkin A Republican lawmaker blocked a resolution recognizing the Armenian genocide from being passed by unanimous consent in the Senate on Thursday — the third time a GOP senator has done so since the House passed the legislation by a 405-to-11 vote. The senator, Kevin Cramer of North Dakota, was acting at the direction of the White House, said the resolution's Republican co-author, Ted Cruz. "Those objections have been raised on behalf of the administration. The administration has asked senators to raise objections," the Texas senator said, calling that position "a mistake." The resolution "acknowledges the horrific atrocity that was the Armenian genocide, the systematic slaughter of 1.5 million Armenians that for far too long has been covered up, has been hidden, and U.S. policy has not acknowledged," Cruz said. Cruz's Democratic co-author on the resolution, Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey, said he was "deeply disappointed" by Cramer's objection — and noted that Cramer had co-sponsored similar legislation on the genocide in the past. Cramer said on the Senate floor that "I support the spirit of the bill" but "I don't think this is the right time" to pass it because of the Trump administration's current negotiations with Turkey over a range of topics including Syria and missile defense. "There's never a good time," Menendez said after Cramer's objection. "In my view there's always a right time, however, to recognize genocide as genocide." The resolution, which was passed by the House in late October, recognizes the Ottoman Empire's mass killings of an estimated 1.5 million Armenians as genocide. That's accepted as fact by the vast majority of historians, but hotly contested by the Turkish government, which maintains the death toll is inflated.

That's good ~ I'm waiting for it to go to the Senate and was signed by the president ```

I hope this is not true ``` https://www.axios.com/white-house-lindsey-graham-armenian-genocide-b3886afb-c626-476b-8a44-6d7197acd963.html

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CALL NOW: Ask the Senate Leadership to Allow a Vote on the Armenian Genocide Resolution (S.Res.150)

CALL NOW: Ask the Senate Leadership to Allow a Vote on the Armenian Genocide Resolution (S.Res.150) Inspired by the near-unanimous House adoption of the Armenian Genocide Resolution, H.Res.296, we are working hard to bring the Senate version - S.Res.150 - to a floor vote. Emboldened by President Erdogan's visit to Washington, DC, Ankara's allies are waging all-out war against S.Res.150. We need your help. Please call:1) Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY): 202-224-3135 Senate Majority Leader 2) Sen. Jim Risch (R-ID): (202) 224-4651 Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chair 3) Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC): 202-224-5972 Only Senator to who opposed Senate consideration of S.Res.150 You will either be greeted by a friendly receptionist or reach voice mail. Simply share a message along these lines. Hello, my name is [NAME] and I am calling to urge the Senator to allow the Senate to vote on the Armenian Genocide Resolution (S.Res.150). America should reject foreign gag-rules and speak honestly about all genocides. My family, friends and local community will be following this issue closely and look forward to hearing of your decision to support this measure and allow a vote as soon as possible. Thank you. Ungeragan Parevnerov, AYF-YOARF Eastern Region Central Executive ©2019 Armenian Youth Federation - YOARF | 80 Bigelow Ave Watertown, MA 02472