Goldline President and CEO Featured on CNBC - Discusses Strong Demand for Gold Coins Oct 31, 2008
Source: Goldline International, Inc. ... --(BUSINESS WIRE)--Goldline International, Inc. today announced that President and CEO Mark Albarian was featured on CNBCs October 29, 2008 The Economy Now to discuss investor demand for physical gold coins ... Mr. Albarian was interviewed by CNBCs Jane Wells who reported that sales of physical gold are hitting record levels as people seek safety in precious metals. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Decorators get seal of approval for makeovers Oct 30, 2008
It featured a 4-foot presidential seal in brown, gold and green with radiating rays ... White House china: The Reagans ordered 220 19-piece Lenox place settings in scarlet and gold for $210,399, paid for by a private foundation ... Oval Office rug: His blue-gray rug had the presidential seal in shades of gold. (San Francisco Chronicle)
What's ahead Oct 29, 2008
n Tuesday, Nov. 25 1 to 6 p.m., Curry Showcase, 29392 Ellensburg Ave., in Gold Beach. n Wednesday, Nov. 26 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Chetco Grange, 97895 Shopping Center Ave., in Brookings. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Bass fishing tournaments winding down Oct 29, 2008
It looked to be about 3 1/2 pounds, Gentalin said, adding that they caught their bass on gold bladed white spinnerbaits and grey salt and pepper grubs. Third place paid 380. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
New Zealand's Diamond in the Rough Oct 29, 2008
Outdoor activities abound, from hiking and biking to fishing, gold-panning, deer-hunting, kayaking on the Mokihinui River that flows past the lodge or simply sitting around the campfire while Boatwright shares a wealth of local lore about the 1880s gold rush or the 1929 earthquake. More rumbles are due soon at this wilderness idyll: the Mokihinui's raging waters may be dammed by 2013 as part of a hydroelectric project, and the creation of a 740-acre (300 hectare) recreational lake will be one of... (Time.com)
Appraisals are not just about the money Oct 27, 2008
Its worth came from its solid gold handle ... But gold is worth 800 to 1,000 an ounce for scrap. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Is It Time to Sell? Oct 27, 2008
Sell when you have too much in stocks and you want to buy some bonds, gold bars, or Dickensian village collectibles. Sell when you have too much in any one stock. (MSNBC -- Business)
Bullion's value as a haven investment is melting away Oct 26, 2008
Gold is for rich guys - buying physical gold, that is ... Gold isn't even a reliable hedge against inflation ... During the intervening 28 years, gold plunged and reared but lost more than half of its purchasing power. (Business Report, South Africa)
Fall home trends: natural wood, plum, mustard and warm Oct 24, 2008
Oiled bronze and worn gold and copper are pushing out shiny silver and stainless steel in fixtures, railings and hardware ... Gold Damask dining chair, $179, Pier 1. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Treasure Roadshow customers hope checks clear Oct 24, 2008
The roadshow allows people to trade in gold, silver and antiques for money ... Those checks bounced after a gold and silver refinery wrote the association a bad check, according to Parsons. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Gold May Pay Only in Case of Maximum Despair Oct 23, 2008
Oct. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Gold is for rich guys -- buying physical gold, that is ... Gold isn't even a reliable hedge against ... During those intervening 28 years, gold plunged and reared but lost more than half of its purchasing power. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Taking the reins in Spain Oct 19, 2008
The King's Gold By Arturo Perez-Reverte Putnam, 304 pp ... Let's think about gold ... Devotees of historical novels could have predicted this because they know that just reading about gold makes you feel better. (Boston Globe)
Even eBay suffering in this economy Oct 18, 2008
It sold for about $350 - nearly the value of its gold components if melted down. "There's a definite slowdown," Burghart said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
UGA mines priceless historical nuggets from old home movies Oct 17, 2008
The reel deal: There's gold in that footage ... But home movies like those in the library's small but growing collection of Georgia home movies can be pure historical gold - one-of-a-kind records of events, or documents of ways of life that have vanished. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Valley events Oct 16, 2008
Southern Gold set for Oct. 20-21. Southern Gold will be presented by the Roanoke Rapids High School choirs at 6 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 20-21, at the fellowship hall of Rosemary United Methodist Church. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
South Africa: Demand for Gold Coins a Bonanza for Rand Refinery Oct 15, 2008
RAND Refinery is taking steps to double its capacity to produce Krugerrands as demand for gold coins has surged globally amid the upheavals in financial markets. Producers of gold coins around the world have reported unprecedented demand in the past month or two as individuals have sought protection for their savings ... But physical demand from small investors has not been sufficient to push the gold price back to its peak of $1030/oz in March. (allAfrica.com)
Egyptian Revival Accessories Oct 13, 2008
Egyptian revival jewelry often was made with precious metals such as sterling silver or gold ... Accessories are most likely gold plated rather than made with 12-Karat gold ... Also, be sure to check out museum stores also since they commonly carry new Egyptian-inspired jewelry pieces made of gold. (Suite101.com)
Clayton police searching for thiefs posing as salesmen Oct 10, 2008
The next day, Gable said she realized her gold and diamond wedding ring was gone, Owens said. Gable also reported the theft of her Social Security card, driver s license, Bank of America card and $300 in cash, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
An unlikely trove of Russian icons Oct 8, 2008
Gold leaf is often employed for halos and backgrounds. Estimates of the collection's worth range from $5 million to $10 million. (Boston Globe)
North Iowa Arts & Entertainment Briefs Oct 7, 2008
There will be 30 tables of coins, stamps, currency, gold, silver, tokens, sports cards and collectibles. Free appraisals will be offered. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
China's cultural arts celebrated at festival Oct 6, 2008
De Silva, a former track athlete from Sri Lanka, became an Olympic collector after having his own dreams of gold crushed in 1948. A young track star, De Silva qualified for the Olympics, but Sri Lanka could not afford to send him. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Excavation (10/5) Oct 5, 2008
He handled the buckle as if it were solid gold. This was probably made by the Leach and Rigdon Company in Columbus, Mississippi, he informed the owner, who had worn it for many years just to hold up his pants. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Wine industry takes root in N.E. Georgia Oct 5, 2008
Boutier entered into the wine business in Acworth, and found he had a taste and a touch for wine, winning a gold medal in the very first tasting competition he entered in 2003. Boutier was able to make wine in his 9,000-square-foot facility in Cobb County, but he wanted more control over the product, which meant he needed to make his wines from his grapes. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Treasure Hunters Roadshow comes to Niles Inn and Conference Center Oct 3, 2008
Those items, according to the release, include "coins and paper currency issued prior to 1965, toys, dolls, trains, vintage jewelry, old and modern musical instruments, war memorabilia, gold and silver jewelry, costume jewelry, advertising memorabilia, swords, knives, daggers..." among other items ... The Treasure Hunters Roadshow is also said to be purchasing gold, during their visit to Niles, which is "trading at over 800 per ounce, a 25 year high.". (Niles Star, MI)
Kingston Trio founder dies Oct 3, 2008
The group's meteoric rise included the hit Tom Dooley in 1958, a national tour, several gold albums, Grammy nominations and 10 Top 10 singles. The smooth-singing crooners performed a mix of updated and up-tempo traditional ballads, topical songs and novelty numbers. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Nearly half of Canadians haul off sidewalk freebies: survey Sep 24, 2008
A mine in the Yukon's Klondike region is touting itself as the first in the world to offer ethically-sourced gold, catching the attention of major jewelry retailers like Birks. Consumer Life Features. (CBC.ca)
European canal journeys fit for king Sep 21, 2008
te d'Or, meaning "hillside of gold," one of France's richest wine regions ... Golden Odyssey's Paris to Champagne trip begins near the Eiffel Tower, makes a circuit around Notre Dame Cathedral on le de la Cit ... Golden Odyssey operates as a private yacht and voyages are tailored to clients' wishes, from the Baltic to the Black Sea. (Boston Globe)
Company: Broker stashed millions of dollars in coins Sep 20, 2008
A former broker stashed millions of dollars in gold and silver collectible coins in the basement of his suburban St. Louis County home, his former company said Friday ... The transactions occurred nationwide and the amount of silver and gold would not come close to the amount the individuals invested. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Estate sale rich in collectibles Sep 19, 2008
There are emblems of Jackson s life and associations here a stained glass hanging emblazoned with his stage name, Bonzell, and the gold hardware in the bathtub given to him by Barbra Streisand, said Jackson s assistant Beverly Fountaine. But Jackson doesn t want to talk about himself and focuses instead on giving back and his collection. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A Bavarian storybook setting in Georgia Sep 17, 2008
They drift in bright green tubes on the Chattahoochee River and mine for gold and gemstones at Gold 'n Gem Grubbin ... A miner established the mill in 1876 when the gold rush begun in 1828 came to an end. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Saturday, October 4;Local Homes Open for Safe Haven Benefit Sep 17, 2008
Crisp black and white toile window treatments against Marblehead Gold walls set the scene in the dining room, where a long, rustic table seats 12 ... Under the dining room's gold leaf ceiling, an 18th-century French cherry table expands to seat 14. (Voices, CT)
Phelps' memorabilia deal to help charities Sep 13, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) -Michael Phelps' golden signature will help raise money for charity ... "I am honored that GSM will support my efforts to give back to the community by supporting a large network of charities across the country,'' Phelps said in a statement Friday.Phelps recently started his own charity, committing a $1 million bonus he earned from Speedo for his record eight gold medals at the Beijing Olympics. 2008 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published,... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Nevada game wardens seize illegal African frogs Sep 13, 2008
Jewelry, Rare Art, Gold Coins, Collectibles, Antiques www. seizedpropertyauctions. (Yahoo News)
Remembering the events of 9/11 Sep 12, 2008
6 LOB in two at bats by the Golden Boy ... Had myself a lover who was finer than gold. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Weekend calendar Sep 12, 2008
Spruce Green/harvest Gold Clearcoat Metallic - 38,764 mi. - $16,824. Black - 19,465 mi. - $13,900. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Grand marshals named for '49er fest Sep 12, 2008
From the gold rush towns of Jamestown, Sonora and Columbia, to the mountain communities of Twain Harte, Long Barn, Pinecrest, Dodge Ridge, Strawberry, to the Yosemite Gateway community of Groveland, the communities of Tuolumne County are diverse and uniquely rich in beauty and history. Whether you travel to visit the area, or are a life-long resident, you'll find The Union Democrat Online to be the source of information on Yosemite, Sonora, Dodge Ridge, the Mother Lode, the Sierra Nevada,... (The Union Democrat)
Keynotes for Sept. 11 Sep 11, 2008
LEARN TO ZUMBA - Noted area dance instructor Ceil Sharon will begin lessons on Zumba Gold, dancing to Latin rhythms, Monday, Sept. 15 at 11 a.m. at the Marlborough Council on Aging Center. Now a certified Zumba Gold instructor, Ceil says the dance moves are tailored for older adults and have varying fitness levels. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Windber police warn of burglary string Sep 10, 2008
The first home was entered for cash, a carton of cigarettes, two white gold wedding bands and a digital camera. In the second incident, the homeowners found 2,400 in collectible coins and a pair of gold earrings missing, he said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Fashion Week: Hi/Lo Sep 10, 2008
HI/LO - New York Post. EVERYTHING BUT THE CLOTHES. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Wine enthusiasts flock to Bolan Sep 7, 2008
(TERESA PRINCE/Globe Gazette) BOLAN The soft afternoon light glanced off the wine bottles, its rays illuminating the contents that showed cranberry reds, light umbers and liquid gold. With soft guitars playing in the background, the wine lovers came some in cars, others on motorcycles, still others on bicycles. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
How to Make Your Table Sparkle for Holiday Entertaining Sep 6, 2008
"The dishwasher is a huge enemy of fine dinnerware. Prongs on the racks may scratch the surface, while heat from the drying cycle can loosen gold or platinum trim on china, causing it to wear away. That cloudy or milky look you sometimes see on crystal is caused by the high heat actually baking lime, rust and other minerals from the dish water into the pores of the crystal. Plus, the heat can loosen the adhesive in knife handles, potentially causing the handle to separate from the blade." ...... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
It's no conspiracy: Gold is just priced right Sep 6, 2008
But for a few hours yesterday, it was enough to stir some life in gold, which has long been the hurricane shelter of choice for those who take a dim view of market, currency and economic prospects and who worry a lot more about inflation than your typical central banker ... The fact is that gold has been a disappointment for those boosters who were convinced that once it passed the $1,000 (U.S.) an ounce milestone last March, it would surely continue on a steady upward trajectory to $2,000 and... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Dresden travel tips Sep 5, 2008
All that remained was a gold Star of David that Dresden firefighter Alfred Neugebauer rescued and kept until it was installed in the New Synagogue, which opened in 2001. Tours available. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Spore Executive Producer Discloses Game Details Sep 5, 2008
First of all, there's just a wonderful feeling when you actually get a big project like this to gold [status. And that's a big push because you have to really think scope, work on the polish, and make some pretty big choices during those last few stages of game play. (PC World)
Hot-button political issues Sep 5, 2008
An orange bumper sticker from 1964, AU H20, for Arizona's Barry Goldwater, didn't stump them, either ... In fact, Arseneau is trying to authenticate a plastic Lyndon Baines Johnson poster supposedly left over in huge quantities from his 1964 landslide over Goldwater and sold at the LBJ museum gift shop ... "There was actually one in Dowagiac, Wolcott, that made pin-back buttons - largely for fraternal organizations. It was called the golden age of campaign buttons. You could put in so many... (Dowagiac News, MI)
Whitey Bulger bounty hits $2M Sep 4, 2008
Serial killer James Whitey Bulger, on whose head now sits the biggest pot of gold the FBI has ever dangled for the capture of a domestic fugitive, can add suspected child molester to the resume of depraved crimes he is credited with. Claims by a number of women that they were sexually abused by the loathsome South Boston mobster when they were girls fueled the FBI s explosive announcement yesterday on Bulger s 79th birthday that they are doubling the reward for information leading to his arrest... (Boston Herald)
Sleepy Sunol a throwback to a bygone era Sep 4, 2008
Originally completed in 1890 by Henry Hiram Ellis, a forty-niner who had made a fortune shipping goods to the gold mines, the property was purchased by Flavetta s parents in 1969, originally just for a home and to raise horses. They started the winery in 1982. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
English country retreatsworth every pound Aug 30, 2008
The gold standard for country dining is Manoir aux Quat Saisons in Oxfordshire, which lures foodies with a two-Michelin starred restaurant and a cooking school. Le Manoir is one of Englands priciest restaurants, but gastronomes seldom balk when they sample the French-inspired cuisine of chef-proprietor Raymond Blanc. (MSNBC -- Politics)
ENCINITAS: Leucadia Artwalk comes to town again this year Aug 30, 2008
Musicians will perform at the art locations, the Corner Frame Shop, Leucadia Roadside Park, Leucadia Glass, the Gold Coast Plaza, Travel Trust and the Mad Potter at the south end of the route. Performers include Adrienne Nims, Frank Leong and his Hawaiian Song and Dance Group, Steve White and Daphne Denniston. (North County Times)
Labor Day weekend on one tank of gas Aug 29, 2008
The Bair Museum is chock full of history and art treasures from intricate beadwork vests and tobacco bags made by the Plains Indians, to fine silver tea sets by famed goldsmith Paul Storr to Charlie Russell paintings ... Family patriarch Charles M. Bair came to Montana in 1883 as a conductor on the Northern Pacific Railroad, but amassed a fortune from sheep ranching and investments most notably in thawing machines sold to goldminers during the Klondike Gold Rush ... They traveled to Europe... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
* Culture Passport uncovers Taipeis hidden treasures Aug 29, 2008
What: Green Gold: One Hundred Years of Tea in Taiwan (y V xW~pi), an exhibit about the history of Formosa Oolong Tea Where and when: Yeh Tang (M), 1 F, 20-2, Ln 31, Yongkang St Taipei City (x_d312021), daily from Sept. 7 to Sept. 21 from 2pm to 9pm. Tickets: Admission is free. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
'We Were Soldiers...and We Are Soldiers Still': Signed Books Available Aug 26, 2008
Each copy has silk moire end-sheets, gold edges and gold, foil stamping to the cover and spines along with raised bands and on the special, signed page the top bears the Combat Infantry Badge that so many veterans are so proud to know ... "Now, our books are bound and printed by the same companies, with moire patterned sheets, a built-in satin bookmark, gilded page edges, and gold stamping and raised hubs on the spines. We go the extra step and add a photograph of the author signing our books on... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pioneer Day offers mid-19th century fun Aug 25, 2008
The day featured old-time activities like stage coach rides, panning for gold, and rope making. EMILY OLSON. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan Aug 25, 2008
Toast brioche squares in oven until golden brown (approximately 20 seconds) ... Talk to Gold Medalist Jonny Mosley. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Aug 24, 2008
He said: "Try to imagine living in a tiny shelter made out of straw, dry branches and plastic sheeting with the sun baking down on you at 45 degrees. For most of us that's beyond imagination. Sienna Miller has signed her gold-coloured designer shoes "Right now there are two million people living in camps in Darfur and on the border with Chad ... Other items on sale include the red dress Bailey Rae wore in the video for Put Your Records On, a pair of gold-coloured designer shoes signed by Factory... (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Working poor Aug 24, 2008
Just give me the score in the gold medal men s basketball game again and. . (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Collectibles come out at 'road show' Aug 23, 2008
There was her entire coin collection, from pre-1959 "wheatback" U.S. pennies to Kennedy half-dollars, plus some gold and silver jewelry ... Those items include anything made of gold or silver; U.S. coins predating 1965; pocketwatches and clocks from all eras; war memorabilia like bayonets, swords or pistols; vintage toys before 1964, trains and any musical instruments ... But Davis also has interest in the coins, especially any gold, which is currently trading on the market at just over 800 per... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Treasure Hunters Roadshow turns collectibles into cash Aug 21, 2008
Golden Triangle Media ... GOLDENTRIANGLENEWSPAPERS.COM ... Silver coins can be worth up to 10 times their face value, he explained, and gold and silver jewelry is selling at a 25-year high. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)
A toast to the future from Banana Republic Aug 21, 2008
As Banana Republic celebrates its 30th anniversary, the label diversifies its safari heritage to include city style fashion. We are not Gap or Zara; we have higher quality products. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Hudson Keynotes Aug 21, 2008
DOLLARS BENEFIT SCHOLARS- Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 8th annual Harvest Gold Classic, Monday, Oct. 20 at Charter Oak Country Club, Brent Drive. Proceeds will benefit the Chamber s scholarship program, which has to date funded more than $34,000 in scholarships for area students. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Ryan Saurs keeps family name proud Aug 20, 2008
Fathers Tim Saurs and Ed Whitaker combined for eight city titles between them and 10 Monge and Marigold Best Ball titles together as well as 11 more crowns with different partners ... How weird is it that all that is potentially standing between the U.S. and more Olympic softball gold is an Australian pitcher named Tanya Harding. (Pekin Times, IL)
Bathrooms are starting to feel like luxury hotels Aug 19, 2008
" After talking with designers and retailers, here is a list of what's in and out in bathroom remodeling. --- COST-CONSCIOUS CLASSIC $5,000 to $10,000 Name: Theresa and Jason Obert Ages: She's 33; he's 35 Home: Des Peres, Mo. Family: Daughter Chloe, 1 Remodeler used: The Oberts did much of the work themselves with the help of a friend. When remodeling your bathroom on a budget, it helps to have a little inside information. Because Theresa works at Hallmark Stone - countertop fabricators - she... (AZCentral -- Home)
More of this story» Aug 19, 2008
The world's first mass-produced retractable hardtop's folding-top mechanism was a Rube Goldberg operation, a mass of motors, circuit breakers, limit switches and relays, all connected by some 200 yards of wire ... 201), a gold mango 1973 Plymouth Baracuda ... 112), a gold-and-white 1957 DeSoto. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Get out of town: Day trip to Pepin, Wis. Aug 17, 2008
BNOX Gold 404 First St. Hand-crafted jewelry and ornamental ironwork; , (715) 442-2201. Lakeview Art ues, 912 First St. Collectibles and antiques. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Olympic Scams Aug 16, 2008
THE 2008 BEIJING SUMMER OLYMPICS will be remembered for many reasons, including the spectacular opening ceremony and U.S. swimmer Michael Phelps's winning more gold medals than any other Olympian ever ... Finally, for those fans looking for true memorabilia think gold medals and Olympic diplomas stick to the few well-known and respected specialty auction sites, including and. (SmartMoney)
