The ‘Olan Mills of the ‘hood’ Nov 15, 2009
Before cellphones, some teens actually brought in corded telephones and posed with one ear cradled by the receiver. Then there was that time a brawny guy came in just before closing with a bag ready for his photo shoot. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Wyo co. recycles vintage phones, seltzer bottles Oct 6, 2009
His company, Russell Johnson Imports/Art Thang, sells vintage telephones and seltzer bottles recycled by families in Argentina. The products are then sold through retailers in the United States. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Amish seeing therecession as a sort of blessing Aug 20, 2009
They also have adapted some modern technology, such as telephones or propane-powered light fixtures, for their own businesses. In addition, its very common to use non-Amish vehicles and drivers to take them to stores, faraway jobs or other places. (MSNBC -- Business)
The Genesee Country Inn Jun 2, 2009
Telephones and televisions with remotes and VCRs in every room with a large video library available. Internet, email, and fax machine available. (Suite101.com)
City Considers Pay Phone Ban May 9, 2009
"Telephones not only are a safety issue in that people who loiter and who are vagrants will stand on the sidewalk and occupy the space and make others that are walking down the street in the normal course of business to avoid that area," said Paul Crawford, of Jacksonville Economic Development. However, homeless advocate Greg Frazier said the idea to eliminate the payphones is a direct assault on Jacksonville poorest and most needy. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Can Lake Wales support a private social club? May 6, 2009
Hahn proposes offering an environment that will present a relaxing atmosphere away from interruptions by telephones and office personnel. Such a retreat with refreshments would be conducive to relaxing without the pressure of a working office environment. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Good grief, it's Peanuts Mar 11, 2009
Snoopy telephones are also in the most-wanted category. Most collectors also like the novelty items, such as the pack of Snoopy Strips plastic adhesive bandages introduced in the '70s. (The Age, Australia)
YSL art sale breaks new records Feb 25, 2009
As night fell, art dealers and museum curators from across the globe joined the super-rich in 1,200 seats inside the Palais, vying with bids through 100 telephones for the treasures that once graced the homes of Saint Laurent and his companion Pierre Berge. Barely minutes into the sale of their 150 Art Deco gems, a set of 15 mirrors flew away at 1. (Ninemsn)
