Friends of the library book sale is next week Oct 17, 2009
He is a graduate of The Citadel, a former Army officer, college professor, political aide and author. The lecture is free and open to the public. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
The Tale of the Christmas Nutcracke... Oct 15, 2009
With so much splendor, it s easy to overlook this much-loved winter ballet s hero, a prince-like figure who fends off an invading army of mice on Christmas eve ... In his story, the nutcracker soldier suffers a beating at the hands of the invading mouse army and barely escapes. (Suite101.com)
* Soul-searching in China as art prices plummet Oct 14, 2009
I felt it wasnt very healthy, said Nan Xi (n), a former Chinese army officer turned artist whose works, huge pointillist ink-brush canvasses which he displays in his spacious Songzhuang villa, fetched around half a million yuan (roughly US$70,000) at the peak of the market ... Auction houses were accused of collusion with artists to inflate prices, critics and curators blamed for hyping up artists reputations for hard cash, and artists churned out works straight for auction,... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Finger points to discovery of da Vinci portrait Oct 14, 2009
Israeli army 'releases Hezbollah video ... What awaits Pakistani army in South Waziristan. (BBC News -- Europe)
Chinese art market falters, foiling grand plans Oct 13, 2009
"The Chinese contemporary market was over-swollen before. I felt it wasn't very healthy," said Nan Xi, a former Chinese army officer turned artist whose works, huge pointillist ink-brush canvasses which he displays in his spacious Songzhuang villa, fetched around half a million yuan at the peak of the market. In the good days, ferocious bidding in auction rooms at the market's peak in 2007 and 2008 caused prices to spiral skyward with buyers and speculators treating contemporary artwork almost... (MSNBC -- Business)
Salon keeps Evans in style Oct 12, 2009
" Roots Mrs. Floyd's father, Kenneth Platson, was a colonel in the Army, so the family moved frequently during her childhood. They lived in Japan and France. Her father bought a home in Evans in 1952, so they would have a permanent home. They moved in in 1961. "Daddy liked it because of Fort Gordon. When we moved to Evans, it was so country. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Iraqis face tough times, starting over in America Oct 11, 2009
Consider Sameer Oro, a food and beverage manager for a U.S. Army contractor who later opened a store selling liquor near a Baghdad hotel. In 2005, he says, he was kidnapped, blindfolded, stuffed in a car trunk, a knife held to his throat. (Anchorage Daily News)
Officials: Theft ring pilfered $450K in goods Oct 10, 2009
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said Hewitt enlisted an army of professional shoplifters to pilfer $450,000 worth of goods from Walgreens stores across Central Florida. She was reselling the stolen merchandise at the Daytona Flea and Farmers Market, investigators said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Man arrested in February death of Torrance woman Oct 10, 2009
Venezuela's army was deployed to quell the unrest, leaving at least 300 dead. But rights activists say hundreds more were killed - many of them shot indiscriminately by security forces. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Customs Officers Seize Thousands Of Scorpions In Texas Oct 2, 2009
Learn all about the symbols, traditions, and customs of the US Army. Gray Television, Inc. - Copyright 2002-2009 - Designed by Gray Interactive Media - Powered by Clickability. (KWTX.com, TX)
New on DVD: 'The Wizard of Oz' gets a high-tech makeover Oct 2, 2009
But instead of shrinking, she grows to the heights of Allison Hayes in Attack of the 50 Foot Woman, whereupon the army isolates her with other freaks who include as a gelatinous blob ... director blew the past nine years of his once-stellar career with three smarmy pseudo-hip Ocean's caper pics and a series of mostly audience-repellent experiments (Che, anyone. (USA Today -- Life)
Monterey Historic State Park leads shutdown Sep 30, 2009
The two-story adobe has been an Army supply storage site, a hotel, a courthouse, a church and a tavern. Exhibits recall Monterey's tenure as the capital of Spanish and Mexican California. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Man seeks owner of medals he bought at flea market (1234) Sep 30, 2009
The Army Commendation Ribbon, which was instituted in 1945 and made retroactive to 1941, is awarded for heroism and meritorious achievement or service. Dash said he doesn t want any money for the medals. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
16th annual Berlin Whiskey Rebellion keeps local history alive Sep 25, 2009
Earlier in the spring, the committee had thought about canceling the event because of lack of funding and lack of volunteers. However, some new committee members and new ideas breathed new life into the annual festival. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Three held in Iraqi art 'sting' Sep 21, 2009
A local army commander said three men were arrested after trying to sell the pieces dating from the Sumerian period which ran from 2000 to 4000 BC. ... "The duty of Iraqi army is not only to chase the terrorists but also to protect state treasures," he told reporters. (BBC News -- Africa)
Antiques aplenty Sep 19, 2009
The suitor, Bandung Bondowoso, summoned up an army of demons to fulfil the superhuman task of erecting 1,000 temples in the space of a single night. Worried that the temples would indeed be completed before sunrise, the princess and her maids tricked the demon army into taking flight just before dawn, leaving 999 temples completed. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
• Community news Sep 18, 2009
Community news Davis completes Army basic. Army National Guard Pfc. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Flea market finds. Scrap lumber. Rusty castoffs. Retailers and restaurant owners are going rustic, creating quirky, homey spaces that just feel right. Sep 17, 2009
Her dad s army trunk has new life as a holder of scarves and shoes; a lazy Susan from the 1960s displays hats and gloves; a chair that once belonged to Byam s grandmother is a place for guests to sit (and though she is often asked, Nana s chair is not for sale). For a third location she ll open next month just outside Inman Square, Byam recently picked up some vintage tin advertisements to hang on the walls as jewelry displays, and an old wooden ladder at New England Salvage to showcase... (Boston Globe)
Torah that survived Holocaust finds home in Miami Sep 17, 2009
Irving Whitman, 88, says he was a young Army private from New Jersey when he helped liberate the Buchenwald concentration camp ... Hitler's army would have killed the men and women who bore its congregants. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Gary Cooper Commemorated on Stamp Sep 13, 2009
His portrayal of U.S. Army Sergeant Alvin York, in Sergeant York (1941), won him an Academy Award((R)). In 1942, Cooper gave another memorable performance, as baseball slugger Lou Gehrig in The Pride of the Yankees. (PR Newswire)
Garage Sales Could Land You In Jail Sep 12, 2009
I recently tried to donate a beautiful cherrywood crib to the Salvation Army ... The Salvation Army refused to accept the donation on the grounds that it was too onerous a task for their employees to keep current with recalls and the risk of lawsuits too great ... if you believe this federal army will be one bit effective. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Sep 4, 2009
" Nissan worked directly with eBay last year, using print ads to urge consumers to visit eBay Motors and check out a make-believe auction for a ride in a Nissan Altima. Those who followed through found the fake auction, as well as links to real Nissan dealers and to Nissan-brand collectible items being sold on the site. MOST POPULAR - BUSINESS Inside NYTimes.com On the Freakanomics blog, Fred Shapiro traces the origins of quotations submitted by readers. The building of an indigenous army may... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Sensitive fooball predictions Sep 4, 2009
If Oklahoma State s defense was the military, it would be the Swiss Army, attacking with the tooth pick ... at a review kaiser bill said his army was 16 times bigger, the reply, our men will shoot 16 times ; in war like college football bigger isn t always better. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Exploring San Francisco Sep 3, 2009
Take the bus to the corner of McDowell and Cowles and read the headstones of beloved pets of the army families that once inhabited the Presidio. Many of the graves date back to the 1950s and feature heartwarming inscriptions such as 'Our Knucklehead: Parakeet to Paradise' and 'Woody: One Great Wiener Dog. (Suite101.com)
Wash. soldier among 4 killed in Afghanistan Aug 28, 2009
Army IDs 4 soldiers killed in helicopter crash. The Army has identified four soldiers killed in a helicopter training accident in Colorado ... -- The Army says a 24-year-old soldier from Federal Way, Wash. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Police Run Roughshod Over Lawful Handgun Owner Aug 27, 2009
Mr. Boggs is a retired Army Sergeant First Class, I think he knows how to shoot a firearm ... Question to all military, especially National Guard, (who are really the Militia as mentioned in Article 1, Section 8, Clause 15 (Notice that the Army does not have those or any responsibilities mentioned in OUR Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Saving Europe's Art from the Nazis Aug 25, 2009
They were sublet to whatever army they were with. And at the end of the war I think they came back and they just got lost in the fog of history. (Time.com)
• Shoshone seeks funds for water tower Aug 20, 2009
Church said help might come through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. "There is still some of that money roaming around," he said. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Coach Berenato's Trip for the Troops: Day 6 (Yesterday) Aug 18, 2009
Jen, the baller from Army, gave me her troop tee shirt ... The tour, whose stops are not being disclosed for security reasons, was organized by Pittsburgh-based marketing agency Koeberle & Associates and sponsored by the U.S. Army. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Offtrack betting in S.F.? Not so fast Aug 15, 2009
1940s-era Army bed frames. The Presidio Trust will be hosting an auction to unload the antiques salvaged from the former U.S. Army buildings in the 15 years since soldiers left the decommissioned base. (San Francisco Chronicle)
The Secret Sextet, Ari Shavit, Haaretz Aug 15, 2009
IDF insignia,Uniforms, Paladium Boots Watches, Israel Army T-shirts & Collectibles. Israel's leading car rental company offers you a 20% discount on online reservations. (Harper's Magazine)
Firearms Collectors now Have an Opportunity to Own a Piece of Hollywood's Western History at their September Premiere Auction Aug 13, 2009
There will be a Walter Earp (great grand nephew of Wyatt Earp) presentation , a William F. Cody (Buffalo Bill) presentation inscribed Colt Model 1903 Hammerless 32 Pocket Semi-Automatic Pistol, a documented Blackpowder Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Factory Letter and Cowboy Hat Owned by John Hart, "The Lone Ranger" plus firearms of William Bill Tilghman, Turner Kirkland, Arvo Ojala "Gunsmoke", Texas rangers and Western Sherrifs ... The Civil war selection touts a historic old model army... (PR Newswire)
98 ways to love Lucy Aug 6, 2009
Geek Army plays downtown block party on Thursday, Aug. 6, outside Park Place and Boardwalk. Buffalo State announced Great Performers Series with John Tesh (Oct. (Erie Times-News, PA)
FURRY FILM FESTS Aug 2, 2009
A new release that's sure to please both cat- and dog-lovers is "Coraline," Henry Selick's masterpiece of stop-motion animation, featuring a talking black cat and an army of Scottish terriers. Some animal lovers, like Upper East Side antiques dealer Carlton Hobbs, are so serious about pet-themed movies that they invite friends over for a monthly movie night -- similar to a reading group, but easier on time-pressed movie hounds, as no advance preparation is required. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Would You Rather Watch Drop Dead Diva or The Ugly Truth? Jul 30, 2009
We expect more from movies than we do from television, especially television that airs right before Army Wives. If The Ugly Truth were playing on basic cable, or rather, when The Ugly Truth is playing on cable, I will be excited to watch it. (Slate)
One-tank trip: Warm Springs Jul 24, 2009
The classic bikes, which date to 1902, include Triumph, Cushman Eagle, Harley-Davidson, Excelsior and Indian motorcycles, in colors ranging from army green and red to bright yellow. Write-ups posted near many of the bikes and other items explain their history to visitors. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Jul 23, 2009
French army drills 'cause fire. Afghan war is 'worth the effort. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
This year, Christmas bells ringing in July Jul 20, 2009
In fact, the Salvation Army, whose bell-ringing workers are known to flank store entrances in Santa hats during the holiday season to collect money for the nation's poor, will be at these chains and other locations this month. "It's something we've gotten behind, and the community has embraced," said Stephen Warren of a Salvation Army branch in New Hampshire about its July donation drive. (MSNBC -- Business)
Astro Boy Gets Voice Talent Jul 17, 2009
In ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME, players become the iconic hero, Astro Boy, and take to the streets and skies on an epic adventure to save Metro City from the clutches of the evil President Stone and his robot army. Utilizing Astro's entire arsenal of iconic weapons and abilities--Finger Lasers, Arm Cannon, Butt Machine Guns and Drill Attacks, players will battle hordes of robot enemies and colossal bosses including some never-before-seen enemies across Metro City and the mysterious Surface. (IGN PS2)
5 to-do’s in New Orleans Jul 17, 2009
The guide gives you the city s early history and then, like a Danielle Steel novel, delves into a little bit of local scandal, talking about the city s notorious businessmen, strange parish laws that date back centuries, smarmy oil and gas companies, levee protection and the Army Corps of Engineers all factors that contributed to the damage from Katrina in some way. While it s all fascinating, it s the stories of survival and heroics in the days following the storm that will leave the biggest... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Old Jade Worth Big Bucks Jul 17, 2009
Taylor, 54, says her father bought the jade in China during the 1930s and 1940s while serving in the Army. He was stationed in Beijing, where he bought the vase with ruby detailing, an animal figurine, a small bowl and a larger bowl marked "By Imperial Order.". (KWTX.com, TX)
It Happened This week: July 13-20 Jul 14, 2009
Army Sgt. First Class James A. Bindewald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Bindewald, was awarded the Air Medal for his performance in an aerial flight in support of ground troops in Vietnam. The Evening Democrat celebrates the beginning of its second century of publication. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
It's otherworldly Jul 12, 2009
I have an army of heroes on my side. I can t stop the theme music trumpeting and drumming in my head, either. (Boston Globe)
Life remembered: Man found on marsh trail was a UW-L student Jul 10, 2009
He served with the U.S. Army Reserves for nine years and was an ROTC cadet, his parents said. Christopher started at UW-L in fall 2007 and had a 3. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Dallas City celebrates 150 years Jul 8, 2009
There is a worship service at 10 a.m. Other events of the day are a car and cycle show, mud volleyball, Army rock wall climbing, kids bike races and a mini tractor pull. There will be a main food tent on River Street serving fish on Friday evening, a chicken dinner on Saturday evening and a pancake breakfast Sunday. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Decision expected soon on visitors center Jul 8, 2009
Omar Shute, executive director of Cumberland County Economic Development, which oversees the countys tourism agency, said Monday that a recent feasibility study recommended three viable locations one on the Miracle Mile of the Harrisburg Pike in Middlesex Township; one on the Army Heritage and Education Center campus, also in Middlesex Township; and one at Village Craft Country Peddlers t in South Middleton Township ... 8 million first phase, which will include the first exhibit... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Comings and Goings: Dancer opening new studio Jul 5, 2009
The hangar will provide maintenance and technical space for defense contractors who support the Marines Corps Air Station Yuma, the U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground and other Department of Defense programs. Project completion and grand opening of the Pappy Boyington hangar is anticipated for late fall. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Schedule of Independence Day events Jul 4, 2009
n During the Revolutionary War, George Washington's Continental Army was never officially issued flags with stars and stripes, although some militia units had such flags. n No one knows who designed and sewed the first Stars and Stripes American flag, but it probably wasn't Betsy Ross. (Missoulian, MT)
Who makes bank at the White House Jul 3, 2009
In a recent New York Times profile, Obama introduced Page as "the receptionist of the entire United States." Before serving in the Obama White House, Page served as an Army sergeant in Iraq under George W. Bush. Joe Biden takes in as the vice president of the United States, while Obama earns $400,000 a year, far less than the he earned in 2008 as a presidential candidate and author. (Yahoo News)
James A. Jim Burke Sr. Jul 2, 2009
He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church and a veteran of Korea, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a life member and former commander of the V.F.W., a former scoutmaster, and a member of the Lake Wales Moose Lodge and American Legion Post 8 in Winter Haven. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Street Date: Kentucky Street, Petaluma Jul 2, 2009
After Penry's Army platoon came under fierce attack during a mission in the Vietnam War, Penry risked his life to defend its position and carry 18 wounded men to safety. He died in 1994. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Charmon Rene Helmick-Pentecost (36) Jun 29, 2009
She then accepted an administrative assistant position at Carroll College, where she was instrumental in starting up the Army ROTC Program. In the spring of 1998, Char met and fell in love with Karl Pentecost of Butte. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Air Force Announces Men's Soccer Class of 2013 Jun 26, 2009
recruited by James Madison, Seton Hall, Princeton and Army ... his uncle, John Sullivan, graduated from Army ... recruited by Houston Baptist, Southwestern University and Army. (Airforcesports.com)
A father's American dream Jun 21, 2009
His daughters will take over both kitchens, producing enough food to feed an Italian army, and every corner of the house and yard will be filled with Rosatos. Frank will call his children by their correct names, but he's given up on keeping the grandchildren straight. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bantam's Gilyard Dies Jun 19, 2009
Mr. Gilyard was a Vietnam War veteran who served in the Army from June 1959 until June 1967 ... His last assignment was with Headquarters Company of the 54th Signal Battalion, and he was discharged with the rank of Sergeant (E-5) and awarded National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Army Commendation Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Oh, goodness. Politicians are about to ‘fix’ health care. Jun 18, 2009
Colonel Nathan Bedford Harumph, US Army (ret. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Alright, the first few football times are announced Jun 5, 2009
Sept. 12 Duke at Army ESPN Classic TBA. Sept. 12 Jacksonville State at Florida State ESPN 360. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Collectible Boxing Movie Posters Jun 3, 2009
Jackie Gleason plays his conniving manager Maish Rennick, with Mickey Rooney as loyal corner man Army. Poster tagline/auction result: "The World of 'Mountain' Rivera...The Fast Buck...The Angry Men...The Lonely Women!"/$18. (Suite101.com)
WCPS driver to be featured on The Early Show Jun 3, 2009
Sirbaugh, 62, is raising her granddaughter while her daughter serves as a U.S. Army staff sergeant stationed temporarily in Florida ... Paulette Sirbaugh, 62, is raising her granddaughter, Juliana Gutowski, 5, while Sirbaughs daughter, Georgia Gutowski, 24, serves as a U.S. Army staff sergeant stationed temporarily in Florida ... Paulette Sirbaugh, 62, is raising her granddaughter, Juliana Gutowski, 5, while Sirbaughs daughter, Georgia Gutowski, 24, serves as a U.S. Army staff sergeant... (The Herald-Mail Online)
Woodbury 350th Committee Seeks Volunteers, Donations May 27, 2009
"It's going to take an army to run this and we need volunteers for the weekend and now," said Ms. Scruggs. The 350th Anniversary Committee meetings typically take place at 6 p.m. every Thursday, at the Woodbury Public Library, 269 Main St. South. (Voices, CT)
'1 in 4 Israelis would consider leaving country if Iran gets nukes'... May 23, 2009
IDF insignia,Uniforms, Paladium Boots Watches, Israel Army T-shirts & Collectibles. Quality cosmetics from the Dead Sea. (The Drudge Report)
Remains Of Texas Vietnam Veteran Finally Laid To Rest Saturday May 23, 2009
The remains of Army Pvt. Warren A. Nicholls of Fort Worth will be sealed in a granite memorial bench during a Memorial Day weekend ceremony at Floral Haven Memorial Gardens in Broken Arrow, Okla. (KWTX.com, TX)
Heres how Israel would destroy Irans nuclear program, Reuven Pedatzur, Haaretz May 20, 2009
IDF insignia,Uniforms, Paladium Boots Watches, Israel Army T-shirts & Collectibles. Masterpiece Residence in the Heart of Tel Aviv. (Harper's Magazine)
Pre-Order Bonus at Gamestop on Ne... May 13, 2009
In Overlord II, players decimate an entire empire and lord over its citizens to become the new Overlord with a more powerful army of minions. Overlord II features the same great humor and gameplay that made the original a hit and adds a brand new story, clever new characters, whimsical new environments, varied combat features and a stronger, funnier horde of minions. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Velvet Assassin May 13, 2009
com My Best Records (on XBOX 360): total campaign completion : 2hr and 40 min / 231 silent kill out of 344 enemies / total 344 kill out of 344 enemies - Summary: 1) Total 15000 EXP 2) Total 69 Collectibles 3) Total 7 Secret Objective 4) Total 7 Letters Mission 1 The Lost Valley (Total 1000 EXP) 1) (Knight's Cross 1 of 5) On the barrels - In front of the parachute on top level (100 EXP) 2) (Signet Ring 1 of 7) Carrying with a patrol guard near the bridge (100 EXP) 3) (Lighter 1 of 5) On the pile... (IGN PC Games)
