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About me - W Thomas Payne

Freelance writer, photographer, and general handyman with words, I roam the back roads of America looking for the slightly different, the bizarre, and the fun that can be found in those 'off the highway' locales.

Over the last 25 years, I have been a landlord

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Health & Fitness > Allergies What you need to know about an allergy to penicillin: 3 of 3
Since 1928, it has been confirmed that penicillin is deadly to certain types of bacteria. Credit for the discovery goes to Scottish scientist Sir Alexander Fleming, who did the first scientific study confirming that a chemical being released by a common bread mold in the genus Penicillium was the cause.The ability to mass pro... More..
Home & Garden > Rental Properties Key clauses in residential rental agreements: 2 of 2
The lease, sometimes called the residential rental agreement, is the fundamental business tool of the landlord in managing his relationship with his tenants. Without a well-crafted agreement, being the owner and/or manager of residential real estate can become a nightmare of legal battles and coping with difficult tenants. So... More..
Business > Business News & Issues Should CEO's be offered lucrative severance packages?: 2 of 2

Why hasn't there been an investor revolt? The recent firing of Stan O'Neal as CEO of Merrill Lynch makes one wonder just what goes on in corporate board rooms. Are the shareholders aware of the gigantic severance packages granted to corporate heads who are fired for poor performance? Do they care?It makes one wonder just why ... More..