[MLUG] Python script for Columbia Tribune classifieds

[Mark Rages <EMAIL:PROTECTED>]

Here is a Python script to get the "Merchandise" ads  from the Columbia Tribune.

It outputs the ads in a pseudo-C format.  My idea is to use diff -p in
a cron job to email me the diffs every day.

So if some really hot deal goes in the paper I have a chance to buy
it.  And it only troubles me with the changes so that I don't have to
scan the whole classifieds every day.

I'll show the script from cron in a few days, after it's fully tested.

My other project is to interface the garage sale section to google
maps.  I have code in place to pull addresses from the garage sales,
but I need some javascript help to get the pointers on the map
properly.  Anyone interested in helping?

Regards,
Mark
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