Nation gets to know once-obscure governor Sep 5, 2008
" At Navy Pier in Chicago, participants in the 22nd Annual Entrepreneurial Woman's Conference had mixed views. Julie Casserly, a certified financial planner, watched Palin's speech and liked what she saw - to the extent that she'll now look more closely at McCain. "She seems to be very real and authentic in what she was communicating," she said. "You could just tell it came from the heart. " Kenyetta Jackson, 40, chief financial officer for Chicago's Interfaith House, which assists homeless... (Anchorage Daily News)
Kitsch in the kitchen Sep 4, 2008
I have a plastic suncatcher made by a World War II Navy nurse I interviewed many years ago for a Memorial Day feature. I'll never part with it. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Together (8/25/08) Aug 26, 2008
After leaving the Navy, BJ continued flying as an instructor and then as a member of the Las Vegas Police Department. When BJ was recruited by the Alaska State Troopers in 1975, they moved to Anchorage. (Anchorage Daily News)
Miner raising more funds Aug 24, 2008
Henry Dean & Associates, St. Augustine, water consultant, $500 Charles Kelly Smith, St. Augustine, builder, $500 John David Coxwell, Jacksonville, executive, $500 Michael Held, St. Augustine, contractor, $500 Eddie Keith Greene, Jacksonville, executive, $500 Roy Hinman, St. Augustine, physician, $500 Sam Mousa, Jacksonville, engineer, $500 Christopher Blank, Jacksonville, executive, $500 Charles W. Arnold, III, Jacksonville, businessman, $500 William Schilling, Jr., Jacksonville, engineer, $250... (The St. Augustine Record)
Back-to-school fashion: New school outfits lurk in the closet Aug 19, 2008
Instead of pairing a navy, tweed or corduroy blazer with the standard solid oxford, reach for a plaid shirt, a black knit tie and blue jeans ... Guys tend to gravitate toward basics: gray, black, navy, tan ... Another delve into the closet uncovers a white Old Navy cotton cami. (USA Today -- Life)
Where's your favorite thrift store? Aug 14, 2008
Tommy Hilfiger, Old Navy, Land s End. I frequent the one in Buford. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
* [ART JOURNAL] Pop Art gets it on with Mao Zedong Aug 6, 2008
Police in navy blue double-check us with scanners, then pat us down before directing us out the door. We are in the entrance courtyard, where I am surprised to find a small floral concession, a kiosk selling two kinds of bouquets: one made up of a single rose wrapped in cellophane and thin as a baton; the other, a bunch of gladioluses also tightly wrapped. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Alex Graham (l) and Mike Raines (r), managers of Tire and Auto Master of Thomaston, share a patriotic moment while raising Old Glory. Aug 2, 2008
Being a Navy veteran, Raines said he has taken exception to the reactions. This is simply a case of a maintenance problem. (Thomaston Times, GA)
No Hero's Quest Jul 31, 2008
In another naval scene, Lott's "shot" narrows from the general chaos of an overcrowded Navy transport to focus on a single refugee family on the deck. That nameless family, although it appears in just one scene, is depicted in such loving detail that it remains burned in the reader's mind even as the last page is turned - just as Lott intends. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Obituaries for July 21 Jul 21, 2008
He was a U.S. Navy veteran and served during World War II. He was a gifted artist, especially doing pencil sketching. He enjoyed sports, especially the Atlanta Braves and Dallas Cowboys. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
New life in an old home Jul 20, 2008
Outside, navy ornamental details contrast with taupe and white brick. Inside, sandy browns, navy blues and creamy greens create warmth and coziness. (Montana Standard, MT)
Obituaries for Friday, July 18, 2008 Jul 18, 2008
he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was deployed in the Korean area of operations as a crewman on a naval refueling vessel. Larry married Lorraine Engstler in Hokah on July 25, 1959, and she preceded him in death in 2001. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
All-Star Game at home of Babe & Mick Jul 16, 2008
I was a 21 year old kid in the US Navy living a dream. I was in the right place at the right time our first day there. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Trips through America's fight for freedom on less than a tank of gas Jul 16, 2008
Since our nation's founding, American seafarers of African descent have labored in ships and ports, and served in our Navy and Coast Guard. HThe Independence Seaport Museum is located along the Delaware River at Penn's Landing. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
A happening celebration Jul 8, 2008
Randy Skaggs, a city commissioner, has often told the city council that he would try to get leave from the Navy for this time so he could come home for the celebration. He said he even traveled half way around the world "just to get back to this little town.". (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Special San Diego time for each family member Jul 6, 2008
Next time: Fleet Week, when the Navy holds open house in San Diego ... THE BOY: The Midway Museum: Located at Navy Pier in downtown San Diego. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
What would you like to see happen to the Home Depot building? Jun 25, 2008
Tony T wrote on Jun 21, 2008 6:58 PM:" I like the idea of Ikea ,Cabela's, or how about a steve and barrys. Lets face it people in bismarck mandan are cheap, an steve and barrys is cheaper than old navy. ". new idea wrote on Jun 21, 2008 5:48 PM:" We have too many buildings in Bismarck. We are getting to feel like a big city and not enough open space. I think it should be torn down and just filled in with wild prairie grass. That way there would be more open space for nature to enjoy. ". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
A master of oddball characters Jun 21, 2008
Following a stint in the Navy, he met his wife and began peddling rare books. Though he burned through a succession of his own bookshops, he was always more comfortable on the road, on the hunt. (Boston Globe)
Corpus Christi covers the waterfront -- beautifully Jun 18, 2008
Now a museum, the steely blue vessel was commissioned in 1943 and is one of the most decorated aircraft carriers in the history of the U.S. Navy, according to guide Robert B. McKinley. A tour gives more than a peek into the bridge, captain quarters, engineer room and galley. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Spots close to ATL Jun 13, 2008
Named for William Bainbridge, a commodore in the Navy during the War of 1812, the town became known for its lucrative lumber industry after fortune hunters flocked to the area in the early 20th century. How far: 242 miles. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Plane crash in Ohio kills 6, including former lawmaker Jun 9, 2008
He piloted twin-engine seaplanes for the Navy in World War II and was well known for his anti-welfare stance as a Republican politician, the newspaper said. Damschroder served in the state House from 1973 to 1983 and ran for re-election as recently as March. (Boston Herald)
Looking Back in Woodbury Jun 6, 2008
His father had become an officer in the U.S. Navy and moved the family, which included two older brothers, to California for the duration of the war ... After graduation, he was commissioned an ensign in the U.S. Navy and entered active duty. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Jun 5, 2008
EDMYANMAR (Dale McFeatters, SHNS) -- The U.S. Navy departs the coast of Myanmar with the relief supplies still in the ships' holds. 300. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Entertainment guide May 26, 2008
UNITED STATES NAVY BAND SEA CHANTERS: Friday, 7:30 p.m., Mellow Theater, Lackawanna College, Vine Street, part of Everhart Museum s centennial celebration. NEPA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: Friday, 4 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; June 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., LazyBrook Park, Route 6, Tunkhannock. (Scranton Times, PA)
Memorial Day ceremonies on slate May 25, 2008
The procession will be led by bagpiper Bob Phillips, followed by the Color Guard for American Legion Post 27, U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Derick Jurgenson, keynote speaker U.S. Navy Lt. Susan Craun, the Honor Guard for VFW Post 209, VFW Post 1507 member Dave Fowlkes, the Patriotic Order for the Knights of Columbus, the Missoula Civil Air Patrol Color Guard, the Boy Scouts of America Honor and Color Guards, the Girl Scouts of America Color Guard, VFW Post 209 Auxiliary chaplain Marian... (Missoulian, MT)
Weekend entertainment guide May 22, 2008
UNITED STATES NAVY BAND SEA CHANTERS: May 30, 7:30 p.m., Mellow Theater, Lackawanna College, Vine Street, part of Everhart Museum's centennial celebration. NEPA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: May 30, 4 to 11 p.m.; May 31, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; June 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., LazyBrook Park, Route 6, Tunkhannock. (Scranton Times, PA)
LETTERS: NCT, May 19, 2008 May 20, 2008
Historically, presidents of both political parties have seen this as a necessity for world commerce, and have actively sent the US Navy wherever it is necessary to keep commerce flowing. Similarly, we have never taken a drop of oil from anyone, but we have acted for oil, wherever deemed economically necessary, to keep the free flow of oil into the worlds pipeline. (North County Times)
Lifelong tie May 5, 2008
"The older I get, the more I need these magnifiers just to see it," says Mead, who uses halved Navy beans painted in orange nail polish for his ladybug backs. "The whole secret to fly-tying is thread pressure and manipulation, when to pull tight and when to be gentle.". (Albany Times Union)
More Community Calendar » May 3, 2008
Guests will include a representative from the office of the Secretary of the Navy and Miss America 2008- Kirsten Haglund. For more information visit or call 1-888-391-CV66. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Hawks last stand May 2, 2008
yeah melvin can you imagine what it wold look like if the phillips were turned red or navy for the game ... is it red, navy, white or yellow. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Xi Beta Phi Tour of Homes set for Saturday Apr 17, 2008
A unique border of flags and sheep set the color combination of red, brown and navy blue. The family has antique pewter dishes displayed in a hutch in the dining area. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Share your tips for traveling to D.C. Apr 17, 2008
you ll have to drive there but you ll never forget the experience and it s just across the bridge from the navy yard. enjoy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Mike Dages aims to serve, to lead Apr 15, 2008
He joined the Navy during Vietnam, then worked his way through school and later sold real estate and antiques. In 1995 he began working as an assistant to then-Council Member Sal Quintero, before replacing Quintero in 2002. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Community remembers Raymond King as benefactor Apr 9, 2008
He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. In the 1940s, he started a construction business, Raymond King Construction Co., building homes around Calhoun and Gordon County for cost plus 10 percent. In the 1960s, as Gordon County s carpet industry began to grow, King built Astro Dye Works, the first of several carpet mills his company built. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Obits: Paulson, Stokke, Aadland, Chesley, Thayer, & Ross Apr 3, 2008
Following graduation, Millard attended Business School in Minneapolis, MN. Shortly thereafter, he was drafted into the Navy in 1943 and assigned to duty in the Pacific aboard the hospital ship, U.S.S. Comfort as a payroll clerk. Following his discharge in 1946, he returned to Langford and purchased the grocery store from Charlie Paulson. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Bush apologizes to Mubarak for Suez shooting Mar 28, 2008
The ship was under contract to the navy, which has been wary of small motorboats since the attack on the U.S. destroyer Cole in 2000, in which terrorists drove a small vessel packed with explosives into the ship as it lay at anchor at a Yemeni port, killing 17 crew members ... Egyptians were further infuriated when the United States Embassy in Cairo and the navy initially maintained that the security team aboard the Global Patriot said there had been no casualties in the shooting. (International Herald Tribune)
Today's butler has traditional skills, and new ones Mar 23, 2008
Back in England, Locke grew up in public housing, worked as a cloth finisher in a textile mill, drove trucks, served in the Royal Navy, and was a police officer for 10 years. A few years ago, he married an American woman and moved to the United States. (Boston Globe)
Marty Robbins tribute in Willcox Mar 22, 2008
Robbins joined the Navy in 1943 and developed his interest in songwriting and learned to play the guitar while serving in the South Pacific. Back in Arizona, he joined a local band and in 1947 was hired to sing at a Mesa radio station before moving to KPHO radio in Phoenix, where he starred on an hour-long show called Chuck Wagon Time. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
20 comments Mar 19, 2008
TRUE EVENT: I was interviewing a foundryman, "THE Guru of Casting", he says that the US NO LONGER has the ABILITY to cast ANCHORS for our NAVY ... Why don't we make iron anchors for the navy. (Human Events Online)
Experts help put a price on ‘priceless’ heirlooms Mar 9, 2008
Other items that were brought in included a Vietnam War era Navy issue knife. Bowman said that there was no set goal for the fundraising event but that any and all proceeds were greatly appreciated. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Flotsam fever Mar 8, 2008
"We once found a dead man down on Vancouver Island," says Mr. Carey, a U.S. Navy veteran. "But a human foot, that's a new one on me.". (Globe and Mail)
'Social Political Surrealism': Nelson's paintings being shown at Fine Arts Center Mar 6, 2008
Born in Des Moines, Iowa, Nelson began painting when he was in the U.S. Navy 40 years ago while stationed in Charleston. He served aboard two different nuclear submarines during his military time. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Pakistanis arrest three suicide bomb suspects Mar 6, 2008
Pakistani police arrested three men suspected of planning suicide attacks in Lahore on Thursday, two days after a twin-suicide bombing killed five people in an attack on a navy college in the eastern city. More than 80 people have been killed in attacks in the past week, and well over 500 people this year, in a campaign of suicide bombings that intensified after troops stormed a radical mosque in Islamabad in July. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Letters to the Editor - 3/4/2008 Mar 5, 2008
Last modified Monday, March 3, 2008 8:50 PM PST. I am the first to admit that I am no biz whiz. (North County Times)
MCG site makeover scheduled Feb 18, 2008
Your Connection to the. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Eight civilians said killed in Philippine offensive Feb 5, 2008
They said the civilians were killed during a pre-dawn mission on Monday by U.S.-trained navy commandos to rescue two hostages held by the Abu Sayyaf, a small radical Islamic rebel group. "We condemned this dastardly act," said Abdusakur Tan, governor of Jolo island, where flags were being flown at half mast in a mark of mourning. (International Herald Tribune)
Tour guide to the history of genetics Feb 4, 2008
Hometown: Born in New York; lives in the Charlestown Navy Yard. Education: Graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1976 with a degree in biology; earned her MD from Stanford University in 1980. (Boston Globe)
More of this story Feb 3, 2008
- Army & Navy Surplus Store, 262 Thames St.. - Modern Image, The Other Shoe Store, Brick Market. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Raytheon piping Super Bowl live to Navy ships Feb 3, 2008
Under an agreement with the Armed Forces Network, Raytheon is opening up its highly secured Global Broadcast Services system - similar to the satellite-based GPS system - so that those on U.S. Navy ships and even in submarines can watch today s championship game ... Photo by AP A Raytheon system normally used for delivering highly secret military information to ships and submarines will be used to broadcast today%u2019s Super Bowl live to U.S. Navy sailors around the world. (Boston Herald)
Fukuda forces through law on Japanese naval deployment Jan 12, 2008
The Japanese government rammed through a special law Friday authorizing its navy to resume a refueling mission in the Indian Ocean as part of the U.S.-led war in Afghanistan. In an extremely rare parliamentary move, Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda's governing Liberal Democratic Party used its two-thirds majority in the Japanese Parliament's lower house to override a rejection of the law by the opposition-controlled upper house. (International Herald Tribune)
Japan revives naval support mission Jan 11, 2008
Members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force watch a Pakistani navy destroyer being refuled in the Indian Ocean in October 2007. (Kyodo News via AP). (International Herald Tribune)
50 guns, 2,000 rounds stolen (1447) Jan 10, 2008
Warren, who spent years in the Navy before going into construction, never married or had children, so he spent his spare money on his gun collection. "As a single guy, I could either drink and gamble or I could buy stuff," he said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Tidings from Iraq Dec 25, 2007
Marine Corps Sgt. Matthew J. Forester, 23, of New Smyrna Beach is a squad leader in charge of 12 combat Marines and one Navy Corpsman. Serving in Iraq. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Fundraising 'event' a real no-show Dec 23, 2007
" Unbeaten paths Have a gift or two to find but can't stand the thought of circling the malls? Think outside the big boxes. Museum stores stock stylish accessories for home, garden and wardrobe plus really fun stuff for kids. For one-of-a-kind or antiques seekers, Park Street in the King Street area is lined with bungalows offering the whole gamut from art for yourself, walls and yards to nostalgia ready to wrap. There are antiques malls all over town, and every one is far from the madding... (Florida Times-Union)
The city of ships Dec 19, 2007
Today, the huge cranes of Bath Iron Works, which builds ships for the US Navy, dominate the skyline, and BIW is the main local employer. But this little gem of a city is much more than a busy shipyard now. (Boston Globe)
He built rug gallery into one of best-known in nation Dec 18, 2007
Mr. Mussallem graduated from St. Paul's Catholic High School in Riverside, studied at the University of Florida and was drafted into the Navy during World War II before joining his father's business. In a 1988 interview with the Times-Union, he said he had considered other careers, including studying to be a chemical engineer but found he could not give up the business. (Florida Times-Union)
Community news briefs: Yard sale to benefit fire victims Nov 16, 2007
Gorman spent more than 20 years in the software industry before entering commercial real estate and also served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years as an aviator, reaching the rank of commander. He has started a blog to track his experience of becoming a member of the RB Sunrise Rotary Club. (North County Times)
Colorful, fun, happy Nov 10, 2007
This is a woman who got ideas at Old Navy. "I was shopping there one day and found this great wrapping paper," she said. (AZCentral -- Home)
O'Brien on trade talk Nov 2, 2007
The next question is in center field, where the Braves could go for the Banana Republic option with Torii Hunter or Aaron Rowand, fill the Gap with Corey Patterson or Mike Cameron (who ll miss the first 25 games of next season after testing positive a second time for a banned stimulant), or take the cheap-o Old Navy route by entrusting Willie Harris with the position ... Bring back Chief Noc-A-Homa and the laughing indian head on the uniform sleeve, plus wear the old solid navy caps on the road... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Keeping House: Sniffle, sniffle - hankies stir up nostalgia Nov 1, 2007
If they were floral, it was big floral: large white lilies on navy blue. Many hankies had a pictorial theme: Knights and ladies against dark gray decorate one of my prizes. (San Francisco Chronicle)
It's in the bag Oct 5, 2007
Recently, a navy Holzman clutch with glass scarab embellishments from the 40s cost $305. A 70s structured red leather handbag from Italy with a secret pocket inside went for $178. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
At home: Power, comfort flow in the Cheneys' abode Oct 5, 2007
The Navy is responsible for the house's upkeep. In 2001, the Cheneys delayed moving in for two months so the wood floors throughout the house could be replaced; the old ones had been sanded so often that the nails were sticking up. (USA Today -- Life)
Antiques 101 Sep 28, 2007
"n Start small. "Consider buying a small antique table or end table," says Andrea Wessler, owner of Blue Moon Antique Mall, located at 3721 W. Navy Blvd. "A smaller piece of furniture will blend with your decor and so well-made it will last for years ... "Books can be very helpful, especially with antique glassware, because certain lines were never reproduced," says Andrea Wessel, who owns Blue Moon Antique Mall on West Navy Boulevard with husband, Jeff. (Pensacola News Journal)
WBA Hosts Candidates Forum for Those Seeking Town Posts Sep 26, 2007
Mr. Schaefer, the Republican, served in the U.S. Navy. His business experience includes positions in marketing and sales, mergers and acquisitions. (Voices, CT)
Family's memories help shape 'The War' Sep 23, 2007
Maybe he should join the Navy Air Corps, she suggested; at least he'd have a bed to sleep in ... "The Japanese beheaded Navy pilots." ... The next morning, he and the soda jerk went to join the Navy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
