Community calendar Sep 20, 2008
About 100 bicycle helmets and 20 refurbished bicycles will be given away. Hamilton Alumni Association meeting 2 p.m., City Hall, Hamilton, Ill. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Ryan Saurs keeps family name proud Aug 20, 2008
Gone are the red helmets with red and white trim, replaced by white helmets with red facemasks. The Dragons also will sport a large P'' on each side, a logo similar to that used by Permian High School in Odessa, Texas the school made famous by the book, film and television series, Friday Night Lights. (Pekin Times, IL)
OLYMPIC BLOG:Ni Howdy! Aug 18, 2008
I saw three other people in helmets Tuesday. Two were foreigners on rental bikes. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Steve Cahalan: Boot Hill Pub opens in former Footwear complex Aug 17, 2008
He rents one-, two- and three-seat bicycles and helmets by the hour or day. Pedace operates the business from the building that also houses Trim Design of La Crosse Inc., which Pedace family members own. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Art for art's sake Aug 10, 2008
I can't say I care for the yucky range of dogs wearing policemen's helmets or cats riding motor bikes. Though I don't suppose the animals were too embarrassed, the gear would be applied digitally. (BBC News -- UK)
Dallas Cowboys & Steiner Sports offer authentic game-day collectibles Jul 25, 2008
New York-based Steiner Sports offers game-day jerseys worn by players, locker room nameplates, autographed photos, football helmets, seat backs, kicking tees, pre-game field visits and locker room tours. The Dallas Cowboys are the first football franchise to sign on with Steiner Sports to authenticate game-day and rare collectibles. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
'On assignment to teach' Jul 5, 2008
It's a frequent sight in Lodi and other cities and towns across the nation: A team of two young Mormons, dressed in sharp, black slacks; white shirts; ties and bike helmets. They peddle across town looking to talk to people about their faith and about joining the Mormon church. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Heat gets the garden, the bunnies, and Jimmy Jun 22, 2008
Many thanks to a Church Road lady who brought me two World War II helmets and a hat for the museum. I certainly do appreciate it and I have them on display for all to see. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Bike riding getting more popular in Lodi with warmer weather Apr 23, 2008
Helmets must be worn by riders under the age of 18 at all times. No bike riding is allowed on sidewalks near businesses and if not near a business, the rider must yield to pedestrians. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Shock and Awe Defined with Historical Memorabilia at Auction Apr 1, 2008
Over $5 million has been invested in these items that have been monumental in American History; they will all be sold with NO MINIMUM and NO RESERVE. To give a brief glimpse of some of the items up for grabs: The Uniform Transfer Agreement that set the "Curse of the Great Bambino" into action trading Babe Ruth from Boston to New York, as well as autographed helmets from every professional football team and many college teams. Presidential and political items ranging from letters and papers from... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Price of signed Favre items expected to go up Mar 6, 2008
-- 's sudden retirement has fans racing to memorabilia stores, eager to snatch up autographed items like footballs, pictures and helmets ... "Anything and everything autographed by Brett Favre has been selling -- full-sized helmets, 8-by-10 photos, footballs," Worachek said ... At $489 each, Worachek sold six helmets autographed by Favre on Tuesday alone. (ESPN -- Football News)
Heads of Chinese force criticize killing of man who filmed protest Jan 22, 2008
"Hawks" in their midst regularly "spoke roughly and acted boorishly," wore helmets and body armor, and carried handcuffs and other specialized equipment, the statement said. Their opposites, the "doves," communicated civilly with the public and emphasized education over punishment, said the statement, which was carried on the Web site of the government prosecutor's office on Monday. (International Herald Tribune)
Herb Chambers selling Smart Cars small enough to park in Somerville Jan 22, 2008
I think it s totally unique, said Herb Chambers, only too happy to show off his special 2002 Smart Crossblade, a collectible from France and on display at the Somerville showroom complete with helmets and goggles like a motorbike on four wheels. They are so cute you want to take one home. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Suicide bomber kills at least 23 in Lahore, Pakistan Jan 11, 2008
"Their helmets and caps were scattered. They were crying in an injured state. We rushed to help them." Khosa said he had seen shards of glass, metal pellets and nails at the blast site. Police officers in riot gear cordoned off the area after the bombing and the wounded were taken to hospitals. (International Herald Tribune)
Lighting Up Las Vegas Dec 9, 2007
When my family visited last Easter, we were amazed to find lots of autographed Steelers' helmets, jerseys and photos for sale in sports collectible shops in the hotels. And if you really prefer malls, there are the Las Vegas Premium Outlets and Fashion Show Mall across from Wynn on the Strip. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bikers with hearts of gold bring toys to San Quentin inmates' kids Dec 4, 2007
In the seventh annual Bike Sleigh Across the Bay, some 350 motorcyclists clad in black leather, helmets and a few Santa hats wound their way through Kentfield and Ross, causing a few jaws to drop along the way as the grizzled-looking bikers waved teddy bears at onlookers and at cars that stopped at intersections to let the motorcade pass. "All the kids have it difficult when their dads are away," said the event's founder, Bret Hatt, owner of Hatt's Motorcycles in San Anselmo, who has been... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Eat to Satisfy Your Body, Not to Satisfy Your Friends Oct 14, 2007
Riddell Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; 2. Bendable Dinosaur Toys Recalled by Kipp Brothers for Excessive Lead; 3. (Food Consumer)
More toys from China recalled Oct 13, 2007
Riddell Collectible Mini Racing Helmets. 5. (WREG.com, TN)
Penney recalls Winnie-the-Pooh sets Oct 13, 2007
An additional 20,300 Chinese-made toys were recalled by three other companies, according to CPSC. Miniature Jeff Gordon NASCAR helmets by Riddell Inc., bendable dinosaur toys by Kipp Brothers, and magnetic art kits by Cracker Barrel Old County Stores were also recalled for lead-contamination ... About 2,500 collectible Jeff Gordon mini-helmets, imported by Riddell Inc. The miniature helmets were sold at stores around the country and on between February and October 2007. (MSNBC -- Business)
Lead-contaminated toys recalled Thursday Oct 13, 2007
- About 2,500 collectible Jeff Gordon mini-helmets, imported by Riddell Inc. The miniature helmets were sold at stores around the country and on http://www. nascar. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Regional calendar Oct. 4 edition Oct 6, 2007
Skaters can wear either figure or hockey skates, and helmets are required for ages 4 through 9. Each class includes a small group lesson and a supervised practice. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Sales of Favre merchandise jump after he breaks Marino’s record Oct 3, 2007
Helmets signed by Marino and Favre. Jennings caught the pass with which Favre broke the record. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Simpson has a knack for finding trouble Sep 22, 2007
Gilbert said he accumulated a wealth of Simpson sports memorabilia, including signed helmets, jerseys and photos, often because "O.J. didn't like to pay me out of his pocket." ... He, Gilbert and Simpson frequently traveled the country hawking autographed football helmets and jerseys at any venue that would have them, according to articles in Rolling Stone magazine and other publications that chronicled the road show. (Arizona Republic)
NA Halo 3 preorders top 1M Aug 12, 2007
Bungie's forthcoming FPS now the fastest-selling game preorder in North American history; Microsoft announces cobranding deals with Mountain Dew, Burger King, Doritos, and Pontiac. By Tor Thorsen, Emma Boyes, Posted Aug 9, 2007 11:32 am PT. (GameSpot)
Heading to the Hall Aug 11, 2007
Bonds handed over his batting helmets from his 755th homer Saturday as well as from No. 756 that he hit Tuesday night to break Hank Aaron's 33-year-old record _ and that's just the start. Hall of Fame vice president Jeff Idelson headed home to the East Coast on Wednesday with a shopping bag in his right hand holding the carefully protected helmets. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Burke Park will be bustling throughout the Canal Celebration Aug 7, 2007
All equipment is provided, and helmets are mandatory to participate. Registration for the event, which is for children ages 9-14, is 3 and prizes are awarded. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
Eastern Park will be home to rides, vendors and entertainment throughout the Canal Celebration Aug 3, 2007
There will be drawings for a bike, helmets and massages. Also from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Little Falls High School Alumni Network will have registration available for Little Falls High School, St. Mary s Academy and Mohawk Valley Christian Academy alumni for their web site. (Little Falls Evening Times, NY)
There's money in coins, but not for everyone Jul 21, 2007
David Westcott's Australiana and Collectables sale this Sunday at Huntly Public Hall in Huntly, near Bendigo, includes any number of swords, bayonets and daggers, military badges and helmets, flintlock pistols and Third Reich mementoes. Among the finer items, an Irish flintlock blunderbuss circa 1770 estimated at $2800 to $3300, and an imperial German sword with an engraved blade and brass scalloped guard at $1800 to $2200. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Angels hold equipment drive for kids May 20, 2007
Elston was standing alongside containers filled with baseball bats, mitts of assorted shapes and makes, boxes of new baseballs, softballs, batting helmets, catchers' masks and a duffel bag. "It's great that the people have come and contributed like this," Elston said. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Sequels and prequels and amusing surprises May 19, 2007
It features small stitched dolls, a little like sock monkeys, who can be customized with helmets and capes and all sorts of cute things ... It features small stitched dolls, a little like sock monkeys, who can be customized with helmets and capes and all sorts of cute things. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Master Replicas Star Wars Collectibles License Set to End in 2007 May 16, 2007
Corgi has made replicas of iconic Star Wars lightsabers, weapons, helmets, and other props under the brand name of Master Replicas. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Church carnival, flea market will benefit the homeless, hungry Apr 26, 2007
John Williams, who annually delivers donated baseball equipment to needy leagues in the Dominican Republic, is asking baseball and softball coaches, players and their parents to bring used bats, gloves, balls, equipment bags and helmets to Dacula Park between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Williams, a Dacula High School Spanish teacher and softball coach, will be on hand to accept the donations. Williams lived in the Dominican Republic for years and hauls ball equipment to the coaches there each summer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
S. Fla. sports memorabilia company turns milestones into money Apr 20, 2007
The display also could go to a warehouse that can make any adult sports fan giddy - a framed Masters Green Jacket belonging to Jack Nicklaus, helmets signed by NFL quarterback Peyton Manning or NASCAR displays featuring a swatch of tire used by racer Jeff Gordon ... He calls "limited edition" items that are produced in small quantities, such as Dreams' $15,000 helmets, as "manufactured rarity.". (The Ledger)
LISTMANIA: Things we wish were still here. Apr 5, 2007
He taught/coached prep sports in AZ r years, but my first remembrance of him is catching passes when the Aggies wore dark blue helmets with a white stripe (opposite of what they have done almost ever since) and seeing him hit HRs deep enough to reach the Logan Cemetery for USAC/USU. The Ag baseball field was east of old Romney Stadium, adjacent to the college tennis courts and rightfield ran into the play field behind the Edith Bowen School. Shagging a few of those baseballs among the... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Toys r not us Mar 30, 2007
They should make proper motorcycle helmets like this though. Posted by: asdf at March 29, 2007 11:21 AM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Famed fire engine gets model treatment Feb 25, 2007
The manufacturer, Lipenwald Inc., got the truck right, even mimicking the antiquated appearance of the engine, the rich wooden compartments and vintage leather helmets hanging aboard the truck. Last year, a company representative contacted the Sound Beach department about making the toy. (Stamford Advocate)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Feb 24, 2007
BIKEHELMETS (DeVaughn, Anchorage Daily News) _ Ultra-stylish helmets may not do all that you hoped. 750. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Manning Inked To Memorabilia Deal Feb 4, 2007
5 million in 2005 from endorsement deals, according to Sports Illustrated, will profit from autographed footballs from 549 and helmets with his John Hancock for 819. . (New York Post -- Business)
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Because the Super Bowl is this weekend, Trade Night will feature a unique collection of 1930s football helmets. Although all kinds of sports cards will be traded, Dan encourages fans of the Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts to bring in their favorite team memorabilia. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
PLAYERS INC Promotes Dawn Ridley to Senior Vice President Jan 17, 2007
Representing more than 1,800 active and 3,500 retired NFL players, PLAYERS INC "takes the helmets off" the players and markets them as personalities as well as professional athletes. Through an exclusive sponsorship agreement between the NFL and PLAYERS INC, NFL players are integrated into NFL sponsor activation programs through PLAYERS INC. In addition, under an exclusive agreement between the NFL and PLAYERS INC, NFLPLAYERS.COM, PLAYERS INC's official website, is part of the NFL Internet... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fans snatch up select Bronco gear on eBay Jan 7, 2007
Online: Autographed helmets go for top dollar ... The most sought-after Bronco treasures, though, are the helmets the autographed ones ... Full-sized helmets and mini helmets alike are receiving the greatest majority of bids. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
