This Terms of Use document is subject to change at anytime without any notice by and at the discretion of the Author, editor and owner — Shannon Leo Johnson — or at the request of site hosting provider — Apple Computer, Inc.
1. COPYRIGHT: All text, images, HTML, et al contained within this site is Copyright Shannon Leo Johnson — hence forth referred to as Author — unless otherwise noted (e.g., Thomas Oliver Obituary) or obvious (e.g., Apple Computer Logo).
A. COPYRIGHT ON TEXT: Some of the text contained in this site is the original composition of the Author.
Some of the text contained in this site is based on research conducted by the Author. And some of the text contained in this site is the result of either the original composition, or research of others. A concerted effort has been made to document original sources and contributions when possible, however not all sources have been listed. If the creator of unsourced work wishes to identify themselves as the creator, they will be properly cited; proof may be requested.
B. COPYRIGHT ON IMAGES: Most of the images on this site are derived from graphics found in vintage ephemera — most other images are original pictures of items in the Author's and others' collections. Most of the ephemera used as sources for the graphics have passed into Public Domain and is not copyrightable in its original form. These 'ephemera graphics' have been heavily edited in most instances and are considered derivative work and are therefor copyrightable and may not be used without permission.
C. COPYRIGHT ON HTML: Virtually all HTML and CSS formating in this site is the original work of the Author. Any resemblance to others formating and markup is purely coincidental and unintended and is the result of common practice due to standard HTML and CSS specifications, unless otherwise noted.
D. COPYRIGHT ON ET AL: Most of the other media that may now or in the future be incorporated in to this site is the property of its creators, unless otherwise noted.
E. NOT COPYRIGHTED BY AUTHOR: All other text, images and graphics, including trademarks and copyrighted materials are the property of their respective companies (owners). The appearance of trademarks and copyrighted materials and use here is not an endorsement by their owners of this site, and are used for information purposes only.
2. RIGHTS RESERVED AND GRANTED ON COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL: The Author reserves all ownership of his work and wishes to track the use of his derivative images. Unless noted, permission must be asked (and granted) prior to using graphics. No images can linked to on this site and any graphics used from this site must be hosted on another server, except when expressly permitted.
A. PERSONAL USE: No fees are requested or accepted for the use of these images, text and other media — HTML and CSS excluded. Such users are permitted to print unlimited copies of the information and images contained in this site for personal use only without giving notice to or seeking permission from the Author, unless specifically restricted by note or comment in the page(s).
B. NOT-FOR-PROFIT PUBLICATION USE: Use of most images, text and other media — HTML and CSS excluded — in publications (print, electronic or otherwise) by non-profit organizations is permitted without needing permission in most cases, exceptions will be noted in the page(s) they occur. The organization must, however, email the Author prior to publication, with a list of the content they intend to use and their intended use. The Author wishes to have a record of where his work appears for his records. If any images, research or information appear in a hard-copy publication please send two (2) copies of the publication they appear in to the author. No monetary fees are requested or accepted for their use.
C. NOT-FOR-PROFIT INSTITUTIONAL USE: Use of most images, text and other media — HTML and CSS excluded — by non-profit institutions (i.e., museums, historical societies, etcetera) is permitted without needing permission in most cases, exceptions will be noted in the page(s) they occur. The organization must, however, email the Author prior to use, with a list of the content they intend to use and their intended use. The Author wishes to have a record of where his work appears for his records. Send clear photos of their use if applicable. No monetary fees are requested or accepted for their use.
D. FOR-PROFIT INSTITUTION AND PUBLICATION USE: For-profit institution or publication use of the content on this site must have the written permission (print or electronic) of the Author. Reasonable fees may apply and are negotiable.
E. RESEARCH USE: Limited restrictions are placed on the use of this site as a research source. Standard Bibliography inclusion is strongly requested, but not required if the situation is not practical. No other restrictions are made.
- Graphic cite:
- © S. L. Johnson Typewriter Collection
F. USE OF PUBLIC DOMAIN CONTENT: As Public Domain items are unrestrictable, no restrictions are placed or implied on said items. Items in the Public Domain are noted as such in the page(s) they occur.
G. USE IN EBAY & OTHER AUCTION LISTINGS: Permission must be requested and granted prior to incorporating any content from this site into an Online Auction or Sale listing. A list of content wished to be used must also be included in the email to the Author. The list may be approved/disapproved in part or in whole at the discretion of the Author. This site must be cited within the auction/sale listing. Suggested cite with HTML:<P align="center"><B>Information on this Typewriter from the S. L. Johnson Typewriter Collection</B><BR><A href="FILENAME.HTML"><IMG SRC="http://homepage.mac.com/sljohnson/images/graphics/arrows20.gif" width="20" height="20" border="1" align="middle"></A> More information on this typewriter.
Replace FILENAME.HTML with one of the following:
- http://homepage.mac.com/sljohnson/index.html
- http://homepage.mac.com/sljohnson/typewriter/oliver.html
- http://homepage.mac.com/sljohnson/typewriter/corona.html
N.B., "arrows20.gif" is the only image that can be linked back to this site, all others must be hosted on other servers.
ADDITIONALLY, unauthorized coping (plagiarism) of information found on this site for the purpose of commercial activity (e.g., online auction listings), may result in a bill for 125% of the amount the infringing item sold for, that amount is the unauthorized usage fee. This fee is not negotiable, and is to be paid in US funds only by Money Order or Certified Check.
3. AUTHOR'S LIABILITY: All effort has been made to insure the accuracy of the information contained in this site. However, errors may be found when more reliable and accurate source information is compared with the information contained in this site. The Author assumes no liability for the information contained here in. Any loss of property or money due to the use of the information contained in this site is not the responsibility of the Author or the Host.
4. SPELLING & GRAMMAR: Any and all spelling and grammatical errors are to be interpreted according to their context and/or normal usage patterns. Clarification can be requested from the Author if necessary.
