Letters for Friday, November 20, 2009 Nov 21, 2009
Trennoche wrote on Nov 20, 2009 10:43 AM:" Aloha Ms. Weir. RE: "Are you kidding". I think you forgot to mention that while we may be forced to endure duress if forced into the U.S. Health Care System via its 3rd party payors, the insurance companies, already accused of gouging the public by President Obama. Perhaps mentioning the fact that the World Health Organization (WHO) in its latest World Health Care Systems ranking in the year 2000 ranked the U.S. #37th. At least we are above Slovenia.... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Fort Myers man, 83, beats age, sets goal to keep doing so at 90 Nov 12, 2009
Ive played a lot of golf, from Pebble Beach to Scotland and Ireland. Ive had an absolutely phenomenal golf life. (The News-Press -- Sports)
California castles fit for a king and queen Nov 2, 2009
While iconic European castles such as Ashford in Ireland and Amberley in England evoke images of fairy tales and living happily ever after, the truth is these medieval palaces were built as fortifications designed to keep out brutal marauders. These days, castles fall pretty much into the romantic category, so here are a few California knockoffs for fun - or build your own and watch it crumble in the surf. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Sand man, bring me a castle Nov 1, 2009
While iconic European castles such as Ashford in Ireland and Amberley in England evoke images of fairy tales and living happily ever after, the truth is these medieval palaces were built as fortifications designed to keep out brutal marauders ... California castles fit for a king and queen Articles While iconic European castles such as Ashford in Ireland and Amberley in England evoke images of fairy tales and living happily ever after, the truth is these medieval palaces were built as... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Baltimore: Heady mix heats up Oct 18, 2009
The bar was built in Ireland and shipped over in 2002. A good spot to watch what the rest of the world calls football. (Boston Globe)
Spanish Office Building Prices May Plunge to 2001 Levels as Jobs Disappear Oct 13, 2009
9 percent in 2010 as consumer spending dwindles, making it the worst performer in the 30- nation group after Ireland and Hungary. Spain plans to raise the rate of value-added tax on goods and services to 18 percent from 16 percent in July to address a budget deficit slated to reach 9. (Bloomberg)
Steve Coronella: Clutter me wonderful! Aug 22, 2009
The program is unclear about the venue, which isn t surprising given the volatile political climate in Northern Ireland at the time ... Medford native Steve Coronella, MHS Class of 77, moved to Ireland more than a decade ago. (Medford Transcript, MA)
On the road with Iowa's Bob and Sheila Everhart Aug 19, 2009
"We've had some exceptional shows at our little theater," says Bob Everhart, "Full houses nearly every show. We just had Pat Boilesen, last Friday, who does cowboy and cowgirl songs, and it was a real treat. We're excited about a couple that are coming up, Greta Elkin from Londonderry, North Ireland will be with us on Sept. 11, and a special show on Oct. 9, will feature John and Susan McNeill from South Dakota, along with the incredible fiddle music of little Anna Erickson, and a pie-baking... (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Pat Conroy returns to familiar turf with 'South of Broad' Aug 11, 2009
Only as an adult, Conroy says, did he learn to appreciate Joyce, even visiting Ireland to follow in the original Bloom's footsteps in and out of pubs, "becoming a clich? of my time.". In the novel, Leo grows up to become Charleston's leading newspaper columnist. (USA Today -- Life)
Streisand to auction items for charity Aug 6, 2009
Highlights from the sale will be exhibited aboard the Queen Mary 2 during its trans-Atlantic cruise this month and then in Ireland and New York before landing in Beverly Hills, where the auction will be conducted by Julien s Auctions. Meanwhile, Streisand is working on an album for release in September and preparing to act and direct in a couple of movies on the horizon. (KHOU.com, TX)
Take my advice Jul 31, 2009
" As well as full-time careers advisers, there are often "careers co-ordinators" on the teaching staff. While provision is contracted out in England, in Scotland it is provided by Careers Scotland. Careers Wales and the Careers Service Northern Ireland are the bodies in the other nations. Sometimes young people face frustration in their efforts to pursue an unusual career. Daniel Taylor, 20, was one such unfortunate. Aged 13, a chance viewing of a documentary called Don't Drop the Coffin... (BBC News -- UK)
A real Irish pub in the Fenway Jul 1, 2009
The 64-foot bar was built by craftsmen in County Longford, the antiques and knick knacks come from County Lough, the furniture from Northern Ireland ... Photos of Ireland s greatest writers, including Behan, Joyce, Swift, and Shaw are framed on a back wall. (Boston Globe)
Jackos mom: Where did he hide his money? Jun 30, 2009
And as the family travelled around the world Bahrain, Ireland, Germany, New Jersey there was sometimes no money ... After moving to Ireland and then New Jersey and Japan, they were back in California, where Jackson rented a house from the Nation of Islam, who grossly overcharged. (India Times, India)
Nanny recalls pumping Jacksons stomach Jun 29, 2009
She worked with the pop star for 17 years before being fired recently and not for the first time, in what she described as a cycle of debt and prescription drug use that took them from Bahrain to Ireland to Germany to New Jersey until Jackson landed in Los Angeles to rehearse for a planned tour. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
Margaret A. Bengs: Seek a true American idol? Dad was one Jun 21, 2009
With his ancestors' lands in Ireland having been confiscated due to religious persecution, Charles Carroll risked all for the principle of religious freedom. Dad always taught me to keep my focus single, my sight high and not become entangled in trivial pursuits. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Plymouth Energy up and running Jun 5, 2009
It is owned 50-50 by about 330 local shareholders and The Fleming Group, an investment company in Ireland, Hoffman said. It sells its ethanol in the United States, Canada and Mexico. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Collectible Boxing Movie Posters Jun 3, 2009
James Coburn, Jill Ireland and Strother Martin are also in attendance. Poster tagline/auction result: "New Orleans, 1933. In those days words didn't buy much."/$37 (Style B). (Suite101.com)
Claim halts sale of Roadshow find May 29, 2009
It had been rescued from a fly tip in Ireland more than twenty years ago, and was identified by art dealer Philip Mould. A spokeswoman for Sotheby's said the auction house had contacted "descendants of the family to whom it had been linked, who advised us they had no claim". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
LICENSING International Expo 2009 Exhibitor Profiles May 28, 2009
Globally anticipating customer needs, Univenture has sales and manufacturing operations in Marysville, Ohio; Reno, Nevada; Dublin, Ireland and the Dongguan province of China. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Supermodel Kathy Ireland Lashes Out Against Pro Choice Apr 28, 2009
It s no secret that the majority of Hollywood stars are strong advocates for a woman s right to choose whether or not she wants to terminate a pregnancy, however former "Sports Illustrated" supermodel-turned-entrepreneur-turned-author Kathy Ireland has gone against the grain of the glitterati and spoken out against abortion. "My entire life I was pro-choice who was I to tell another woman what she could or couldn t do with her body? But when I was 18, I became a Christian and I dove into the... (Fox News)
Blown-away Chihuahua Reunited With Owners Apr 28, 2009
(0:30)A bull in Ireland brought a new meaning to the phrase 'bull market' when the bull escaped and chased shoppers through a local supermarket. Russ Mitchell reports. (CBS News)
Titanic secret Apr 8, 2009
Page last updated at 12:32 GMT, Tuesday, 7 April 2009 13:32 UK. Brass box holds Titanic 'secret. (BBC News -- UK)
Steves: Traveling to Europe on the cheap Mar 18, 2009
A mug of Czech beer the best in Europe costs $2 (versus $6 in Britain or Ireland, or $8 in Oslo). A ticket for Mozart in a sumptuous Budapest opera house runs $20 (versus $60 in Vienna). (MSNBC -- Travel)
Look in the attic - that old toy 'could be worth thousands' Mar 14, 2009
Page last updated at 00:01 GMT, Saturday, 14 March 2009. Old toys 'could earn thousands. (BBC News -- UK)
Jacko Flea Market Finds Mar 10, 2009
6: A painting of Michael Jackson hangs in an auction exhibition in Newbridge, Ireland ... 6: A painting of Michael Jackson hangs in an auction exhibition in Newbridge, Ireland. (Fox News)
Irish Day set for March 21 in Murphys Mar 10, 2009
There will be a prize drawing with the grand prize of a trip for two to Ireland, as well many specialty packages for the three runners-up. Free parking will be available at Ironstone Vineyards on Six Mile Road. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Conference & Festival Mar 5, 2009
Participating organizations from around the world including Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, UK - England, UK - Scotland, Spain, and from every corner of the United States will be on hand to aid in broadening careers for both American and international bands and companies. The Indie Village makes it possible for you to network, meet with and learn about over 50 of the nation's finest Indie Labels. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'The Gardner Heist' is a real whodunit Feb 27, 2009
In "The Gardner Heist," author Ulrich Boser offers a tantalizing whodunit as he embarks on an exhaustive search for the stolen masterpieces that takes him from the back alleys of Boston to the cliffs of England and picturesque villages overlooking Galway Bay in Ireland. Boser, who has written for The New York Times and The Washington Post, does not crack the case. (Boston Globe)
Activision Publishing and 4Kids Entertainment Announce Chaotic(R) Video Game; Evolution of Popular Card Game Unites Storytelling, Role Playing, and Action Feb 14, 2009
Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
