VDSS is one of the largest Commonwealth agencies, partnering with 120 local departments of social services, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children and families statewide.
Elderflower syrup can be used in all types of drinks and cocktails: 1  Diluted to taste with fizzy water, and served over ice with a slice or two of lemon, or a sprig of mint, floating on top.2  A tablespoon of syrup in a glass of cooled sparkling wine is just delicious.lderflower syrup can be used in all types of drinks and cocktails: 1  Diluted to taste with fizzy water, and served over ice with a slice or two of lemon, or a sprig of mint, floating on top.
Cordite was developed by reverse engineering Alfred Noble's, Ballistite and Paul Vieille's, Powder B. The original mixture of cordite was about 37.5% nitrocellulose, 57.5 % nitroglycerine and 5% petroleum jelly and named Cordite Mk1. Cordite Mk1 is a double base powder. Cordite was reformulated into several other propellants. Cordite MD was a modified mixture of Cordite Mk1 to burn cooler and save on barrel wear; 65% nitrocellulose, 30% nitroglycerine, and 5% petroleum jelly.