The Bargain Hunter: Early holiday deals Nov 19, 2009
Highlights: The 1,200-thread count, generously sized bath sheets will be priced at $35 (retail $110); bath towels $30 (retail $90); hand towels $15 (retail $45) and wash cloths $6 (retail $18) ... Highlights: Discriminating shoppers love the Italian frames at $10-$20; calendars at $10; easel calendars at $5; notebooks at three for $10; decorative wrap, 10 sheets for $1; file folders $4; and the mystery table - with everything $5 or less. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fire at Pa. upholstery shop destroys furniture, antiques Nov 11, 2009
Once contained, firefighters removed smoldering chairs, melting sheets of foam and sizzling couches from the concrete block building. All of this belongs to other people, Donna Fortney said, gesturing to a pile of blackened furniture that once had been an antique chair, wicker bench, mattress and a couch. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Excerpt: "Rainwater" Nov 9, 2009
"It caught our attention, and, on the spur of the moment, we decided to take the exit." "The rental on that billboard is expensive as all get-out. I'm glad to know it's working." He began carefully wrapping their purchases in sheets of tissue paper. The man took a look around the shop, glanced out at the parking lot, which was empty except for his own gas guzzler, and asked, somewhat doubtfully, "Do you do a good business?" "Fair to middling. The store's more a hobby than anything. It keeps me... (CBS News -- Early Show)
3 Northeastern weekend escapes Nov 7, 2009
Further downriver, in Annandale-on-Hudson, the Frank Gehry--designed Fisher Center for the Performing Arts landed like a meteor on the Bard College campus, its rippling sheets of stainless steel startling and spectacular amid a landscape still dominated by farms, stone walls, and Calvert Vaux cottages. Nearby villages Tivoli, Red Hook, and Rhinebeck are abuzz with new enterprises in art, music, and food (just try to find a chain restaurant outlet amid the pick-your-own orchards and cut-your-own... (CNN)
READ: Wells Fargo's press release Oct 22, 2009
"Since the merger with Wachovia at year-end 2008, we've earned a record $9.45 billion, even after building credit reserves by $3.0 billion and recording $1.4 billion of other-than-temporary impairment (OTTI) charges. Pre-tax pre-provision profit has grown every quarter this year, reaching a record $10.8 billion in the third quarter, more than double quarterly net charge-offs. While mortgage origination and hedging results contributed to our performance, collectively all of our other businesses... (USA Today -- Money)
A mere $57m buys Asia's 'most expensive' home Oct 16, 2009
Page last updated at 12:31 GMT, Thursday, 15 October 2009 13:31 UK. Hong Kong flat 'most expensive. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Fingerprint IDs Leonardo da Vinci Oct 14, 2009
New info shows ice sheets shrinking faster than scientists thought. Man unearths largest hoard of gold ever found with metal detector. (Fox News)
Low-cost spay/neuter clinic to be held in Ramona (5) Oct 12, 2009
Next are our Seniors, in no particular order: George Park, RD Johnson, Blake Fogle, Blaine Adams, Chance Nissen, Garrett Sheets, and Nathan Cranor. The Medical Trainer for the team is Jessica Vaughan, Hydration Engineer is Maegan Walker. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Weakly Retort Oct 11, 2009
Or maybe it was just the fact that my team jumped out to a lead and then doodied their sheets that put me in a foul mood. Of course, the Cowboys didnt help things. (RaiderPower.com)
Travel Briefs Oct 9, 2009
What do dental floss, shower caps and dryer sheets have in common ... Many travelers swear that dryer sheets repel mosquitos if you tie one to your belt loop or backpack or slip one in with your bedding. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Daylight Resources Trust Reports Second Quarter 2009 Financial and Operating Results- RECORD PRODUCTION DRIVES INCREASED FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS Aug 6, 2009
This MD&A also compares the results of the six months ended June 30, 2009 ("YTD 2009") to the six months ended June 30, 2008 ("YTD 2008). All references are to Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.NON-GAAP MEASURESDaylight Resources Trust ("Daylight" or the "Trust") utilizes the following terms for measurement within the MD&A that do not have standardized prescribed meaning under GAAP and these measurements may not be comparable with the calculation of similar measurements of other... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Private passion Jul 24, 2009
Page last updated at 07:15 GMT, Friday, 24 July 2009 08:15 UK. By James Alexander BBC News. (BBC News -- UK)
Class in a glass Jul 22, 2009
He'd spent the days before our arrival chatting with the chef and matching wines with each course, making little sheets for our tasting notes and pulling out back-vintages from the cellar for a vertical tasting. Unfortunately for Macici, a cheerful Romanian chap, he hadn't been delivered an appreciative bunch. (The Age, Australia)
Dorothy De Haven Jul 11, 2009
Bev is big on record-keeping, spread sheets and analysis; she says it's from her "consulting" days. Bev worked with Adam Abel, grazing specialist with Pri-Ru-Ta Resource Conservation and Development (RCa at Medford, on a grazing plan for Futility Farm. (Agri-View, WI)
20 home decor updates under $20 Jun 27, 2009
Twin flat sheets ($7. 99 each at Target) make inexpensive curtain panels, shower curtains or, stretched over canvas, become bold artwork. (AZCentral -- Home)
Brentwood Tower Apartments sold for $5.35M Jun 20, 2009
Golden Minerals is the successor to Apex Silver Mines Ltd. (Pink Sheets: APXSQ), which emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as Golden Minerals in March. Guaranty Bank Building, 1331 17th St., Denver, Colo. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Two Americas May 15, 2009
The boots, the sheets and pillows ... She walked to the picked over piles and took the sheets that were still available. (CBS News)
Bankers Petroleum announces first quarter financial and operational results May 14, 2009
BANKERS PETROLEUM LTD. CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited, expressed in thousands of U.S. dollars) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- ASSETS March December 31 2009 31 2008 ----------------------- Current assets Cash and cash equivalents (Note 11) $ 10,548 $ 15,607 Short-term deposit 2,000 3,000 Restricted cash 1,500 1,500 Investments 134 134 Accounts receivable 19,847 17,591 Crude oil inventory 1,936 1,588 Deposits and prepaid expenses 1,480 1,231... (Canada Newswire)
Tiny tyrants May 11, 2009
The New York Times reported in February 2004 on a Washington, D.C., man whose love of music led him, in the 1960s, to meticulously hand-make and hand-paint facsimile record album covers of his fantasized music, complete with imagined lyric sheets and liner notes (with some albums even shrink-wrapped in plastic), and, even more incredibly, to hand-make cardboard facsimiles of actual grooved discs to put inside them. Mingering Mike, whom a reporter and two hobbyists tracked down (but who declined... (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Top 5 Gifts Nintendo Gamers - Great... May 10, 2009
Each package comes with 3 26" x 40" sheets of decals with dozens of removable pieces. The numerous decals allow Mario fans the opportunity to recreate levels from popular games Super Mario Brothers, New Super Mario Brothers, and Donkey Kong, or to create their own. (Suite101.com)
Daylight Resources Trust Reports First Quarter 2009 Financial and Operating Results - RECORD PRODUCTION CONTINUES TREND AS DAYLIGHT BUILDS FOR THE FUTURE May 7, 2009
Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands of dollars) (unaudited) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- March 31, December 31, 2009 2008 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assets Current assets Accounts receivable (note 10) $ 40,174 $ 45,502 Prepaid expenses and deposits 4,496 3,577 Unrealized gain on derivative contracts (note 10) 73,372... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Grow Forest City Shop Local results are in ... and yes, you can find a lot at home May 7, 2009
"Found a place to get guest towels, sheets and even a comforter for my guest bedroom. Also found an electronic clock/radio/DVD unit for the guest bedroom.". "I was able to get several items for the house such as a shower caddy, laundry room organizer, some totes, and personal items. My husband was pleased to find some lavatory faucets on a good sale. No problem buying any grocery needs in town.". (Forest City Summit, IO)
Amcore CEO says failure concerns 'valid' May 6, 2009
Private investors are terrified of bank balance sheets. . (Crain's Chicago Business)
Dr Pepper artifact may reveal soft drink's origin May 5, 2009
He noticed there were several sheets with letterheads hinting at its past, like a page from a prescription pad from a Waco store titled "W.B. Morrison ld Corner Drug Store." An Internet search revealed Dr Pepper, first served in 1885, was invented at the Old Corner Drug Store in Waco by a pharmacist named Charles Alderton. Wade Morrison was a store owner. (AZCentral -- News)
Key Piece Of Dr Pepper History Goes On Auction This Month May 2, 2009
He noticed there were several sheets with letterhead pasted into the book that hinted at its past, like a page from a prescription pad from a Waco store titled "W.B. Morrison ld Corner Drug Store.". An Internet search revealed that pharmacist Charles Alderton invented Dr Pepper and that it was first served in 1885, at the Old Corner Drug Store in Waco owned by Wade Morrison. (KWTX.com, TX)
The CENTSABLES: Financial Literacy Project Launches On Multi-Media Platform Apr 15, 2009
"The action-adventure stories in the comics and soon to be produced animated series, keep kids entertained while the lessons and colorful activity sheets teach valuable lessons about money and finances. Parents need to learn these lessons as well and are encouraged to interact with their children," added DiPippa, who is a father of three children. With today's kids spending more than $30 billion on purchases each year, promoting financial literacy is a priority for parents. (PR Newswire)
Green Light AIG Bonuses Mar 24, 2009
Global Performers: Jtle Fund manager avoids emerging markets, goes for stocks with strong balance sheets. Return Of Keynesian Economics Governments around the world are attempting to spend their way out of recession. (Forbes -- Business)
A reborn U.S.town faces a new threat Mar 21, 2009
But in the past six months, many of the gewgaw parlors and antiques shops have seen their balance sheets follow the broader economy down, down, down. Some have succumbed. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Bay Area's best spots to catch a movie Mar 21, 2009
For those in need of a break from polishing the resume, a distraction from frightening 401(k) balance sheets or any other escape from reality, that ol' "let's all go the movies" melody has never sounded more appealing ... Bay Area's best spots to catch a movie Articles For those in need of a break from polishing the resume, a distraction from frightening 401(k) balance sheets or any other escape from reality, that ol' "let's all go the movies" melody has never sounded more appealing. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Mayfair meets modern Mar 15, 2009
The posh 90-room establishment, tucked away in a cul-de-sac on St. James's Place, has been revamped, upgrading its rooms with flat-screen televisions, wireless Internet, wonderful new beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, and REN natural skin products in its green marble baths. But the traditional touches that have long made it charming still do: expert, white-coated martini service in the cocktail lounge and handmade Earl Grey chocolates at turn-down. (Boston Globe)
FP Newspapers Income Fund Reports Fourth Quarter 2008 Results Mar 11, 2009
FP Newspapers Income Fund Consolidated Balance Sheets (unaudited, in thousands of Canadian dollars) As at As at December 31, December 31, 2008 2007 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- ASSETS Current Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 435 $ 358 Interest receivable from FP Canadian Newspapers Limited Partnership 569 571 Due from FPCN Media Funding Inc. 26 26 Prepaid expenses 12 13 --------------------------------------------------------------------------... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
18 Ways to make your home a refuge Mar 5, 2009
When it's bleak outside, Carolyn Eby grabs a can of spray snow, and makes a sheet of stencils (she takes a few sheets of plastic and punches out snowflakes or whatever shape she fancies). Then she sprays all over the windows or her French doors. (AZCentral -- Home)
Bonavista Energy Trust Announces 2008 Year End Results Mar 3, 2009
BONAVISTA ENERGY TRUST Consolidated Balance Sheets ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- December 31, December 31, (thousands) 2008 2007 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- (unaudited) Assets: Current assets: Accounts receivable $ 106,116 $ 112,226 Unrealized gains... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Fruits of crisis Mar 3, 2009
This page is best viewed in an up-to-date web browser with style sheets (CSS) enabled ... Please consider upgrading your browser software or enabling style sheets (CSS) if you are able to do so. (BBC News -- Americas)
UP FOR AIR: A bucketful on cookbook critics Feb 26, 2009
Other than the price, a down side is they do not come in rolls, either in sheets of 20 or books of 20 ... The perfect pair of blue jeans has yet to be created, I hate the idea of breaking in a new pair of sneakers, my ratty old sweaters aren t terrible enough to toss yet, and the very idea of spending my retirement shopping for sheets, towels or underwear bores me to death. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Your 10 questions Feb 21, 2009
Tear out the sheets and carry them in your bag. Together with a friend whose taste and style you respect, you will find similar products at large-scale brand stores. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
A Tiffany collection you can get your hands on Feb 19, 2009
"It's multicolored. They were all well done, but the glass they used in this one is mottled. There is great differentiation between the colors they used in the way the sheets of glass were put together," he said ... A typical lamp shade was made of hundreds of pieces of stained glass cut from poured sheets and layered to create varying tones, values and light effects. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Store manager arrested for theft that he reported Feb 19, 2009
On Jan. 9, the manager filed a theft report indicating that 70 rolls of 50-foot copper sheets were missing from his inventory. The report said that further investigation by the company revealed that the manager had been entering the store after hours using his personal alarm code. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Kids facing new nemesis Feb 17, 2009
Jessica Sheets, spokeswoman for organization, says she is not surprised hormonally charged teens are sending X-rated chatter and images to each other. This should be a wake-up call for parents. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Review Dell Wasabi Ink-Free Mobile Printer Feb 14, 2009
The photo paper is special 2 x 3 sheets created by a company called ZINK, which stands for zero ink ... The photo sheets are sold in packets of 24 for $15 and 48 for $25. (CTV.ca)
Philadelphia ... City of Brotherly Love ... & Romantic Love Too! Feb 14, 2009
Rooms have lush sheets and bedding and luxurious marble bathrooms with deluxe amenities. The rooms have romantic views of the inner courtyard, garden, city skyline or Ben Franklin Parkway. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Collectors Universe Reports Results for Second Quarter Ended December 31, 2008 Feb 10, 2009
50 COLLECTORS UNIVERSE, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (in thousands, except per share data) (unaudited) December 31, June 30, 2008 2008 ASSETS Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents $19,607 $23,345 Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $95 at December 31, 2008 and $79 at June 30, 2008 1,399 1,389 Refundable income taxes 575 575 Inventories, net 791 961 Prepaid expenses and other current assets 1,221 959 Customer notes receivable, net of allowance of $31 at... (PR Newswire)
Andrew Peller Limited Announces Results for Third Quarter of Fiscal 2009 Feb 8, 2009
ANDREW PELLER LIMITED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS These financial statements have not been reviewed by our auditors December 31 March 31 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2008 2008 (expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars) $ $ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assets Current Assets Accounts receivable 29,276 23,072 Inventories... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Newest toys nearly as active as your kids Feb 8, 2009
They use stencils, texture sheets and other tools to enhance the illustrations. Or petite artists can draw with a dry-erase marker on acetate and use the light wand to transfer the image to the glow canvas. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
