Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour features both new and remodeled homes. Sep 18, 2009
She's an artist, and he is an inventor. Need we say more. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
FBI probing 'stolen' Jackie Kennedy note... Sep 14, 2009
"It would have been nice if someone had let me know," said Goodkin, who, in addition to being a lawyer, is also an inventor who holds a patent on a unique method for preserving corpses. "Obviously, if I had thought it was stolen property, the last thing I would have done is consign it to one of the busiest galleries in the nation.". (The Drudge Report)
Dutchess County Fair opens for days of delight Aug 26, 2009
He would use these antiques when visiting schools, which he has done for more than 40 years, to help explain to students that one doesn t necessarily have to be an inventor to be an engineer. You don t have to reinvent the wheel, he said, adding that a good engineer uses a known principle and makes it better. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Things to Do in Gloucester, Massach... Aug 15, 2009
is a lovely home built by inventor John Hayes Hammond, Jr. Comprised of pieces of medieval architecture that Hammond had sent over from Europe, the Castle houses an eclectic collection of inventions, artifacts, and books, as well as an extensive variety of art. Beauport, the home of Henry Davis Sleeper, is a lovely example of the elegant homes of Eastern Point, once a conclave of Gloucester's wealthy citizens. (Suite101.com)
Joan Rivers Explores the Lifestyles of the Fabulously Rich... and Lucky When 'How'd You Get so Rich?' Premieres on TV Land on Wednesday, August 5 at 10 P.M. ET/PT Jul 30, 2009
Discover The Rags-To-MegaRiches Stories Of Millionaires From The Inventor Of The BillyBob Teeth To The Slanket To The Man Who "Owns" Mardi Gras ... "Rivers takes viewers on a journey to meet the millionaires who worked hard and struck gold as she tours the most lavish and extravagant homes and introduces them to folks who made a lot of money in really interesting ways - the way only Joan can. From the inventor of the BillyBob Teeth, who grew up dirt poor, to the pioneer of the Infomercial who... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Obits: Sanderson, Bush, Herman, Waletich, Lee, Pettersen, & Janisch May 28, 2009
Cliff was an excellent welder, and a prolific inventor. He could look at anything, and see a way to make it work easier and better. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Kalama woman breaks silence over lifelong relationship with Brando family Mar 30, 2009
Brando, who holds several patents, also could have been a scientist or an inventor, she said. Fond of experiments, Brando once had a long phone conversation with Longview veterinarian Dr. Rick Mitchell about whether he could train his two large, aggressive dogs to be friends with his new kitten. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Vintage surf auction back on the treasure trail Mar 19, 2009
A variety of surfing equipment has been added, including: rare wood boards from the early 20th century that have been uncovered, surfboards by Tom Blake, the inventor of the hollow paddle boards of the 30s, unique balsa boards by premier shapers Joe Quigg and Matt Kivlin from the 50s & 60s; and design guru Dick Brewer and his understudies Sam Hawk and Owl Chapman will have early 70s shapes available. From the pro surfing ranks, first generation boards from the likes of World Champions Mark... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Organist takes on lofty project Feb 23, 2009
English inventor Robert Hope-Jones collaborated early on with the Rudolph Wurlitzer Co. near Buffalo, N.Y., which resulted in a one-person substitute for an orchestra. The Wurlitzer became the largest producer of theater pipe organs in the world. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
SE fests for Jan. 16-18, beyond Feb 7, 2009
Fort Myers The Edison Festival of Light, through Feb. 22, celebrates the life and innovations of the famous inventor with a science and engineering fair, an inventors' fair, a Light Up the Town Block Party, Rock 'n' Roll Saturday Night (with Eddie Money and Night Ranger), "junior" events, a stadium and fireworks show, and a grand parade. 239-334-2999. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
