Antiques Roadshow Aug 23, 2008
There's a back story to every item presented, from the most humble to those clearly carrying the wow factor, and the capable hosts tease out family histories with as much ease as they rattle out the historical context of the weirdest of items. an error occurred while processing this directive. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
GC 2008: The Sims 3 Available in Stores February 20, 2009 Aug 21, 2008
"I'm excited to 000005B4 get the next-generation flagship PC game from The Sims Label, The Sims 3, into player's hands worldwide on February 20," said Rod Humble, Head of The Sims Studio. "The Sims 3 Collector's Edition, launching on the same day, will offer a very special Sims experience to our loyal players.". (IGN PC Games)
New York Mean Streets Deal Death to Curiosity Shops Aug 9, 2008
They had more humble furnishings on display. I know why the bookstores disappeared, and I know why the antiques places are closing. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Plains, hometown of Jimmy Carter Aug 4, 2008
Tourists buy peanuts and souvenirs and, sooner or later, it dawns on many of them that, yes, a man from humble beginnings really can reach the heights. Don't miss. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Helen Gardiner, 70 Jul 23, 2008
Ms. Gardiner, by contrast, came from humble circumstances, and was a single parent working as a secretary in Mr. Gardiner's brokerage firm when they met. With Mr. Gardiner's support, she became a mature student at York University and took the decorative arts course at Christie's in London, England. (Globe and Mail)
Learn Little-Known Art Facts Jul 5, 2008
The stolen painting was eventually found in a trunk belonging to the thief in his humble rooms only blocks from the Louvre. The Mona Lisa rests again now in the Louvre in Paris where visitors can view the iconic painting today. (Suite101.com)
A Look Back in Time: Things endure Jun 16, 2008
Civilization offers a sort of material immortality, from the grand edifice to the more humble works, but some of the things that mark our lives will endure beyond them. Legacy was in the news for the third week in June. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Sun shines on McCloud's 37th annual Flea Market Jun 5, 2008
Considered the oldest flea market in Siskiyou County, the McCloud Chamber-sponsored event had its humble beginnings in June, 1971. Community members initially set up on the grassy areas and the parking lot downtown each year to get rid of accumulated unwanted items from garages, toy boxes, and closets. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Women's Board raises $2M for Wolfson Jun 4, 2008
Growth strategy: This business had humble beginnings. Sponsored by. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
This week's DVD report (June 1) Jun 1, 2008
Streep (above) grounds her scenes skillfully, even though she's working with broadly archetypal material very different from the precise character study of "Sophie's Choice." Castmate Michael Moriarty ("Law & Order") also earned an Emmy as Erik Dorf, who transforms himself from a quiet, humble young family man into a bloodless, tunnel-visioned Nazi bureaucrat. It's a metamorphosis of rare subtlety in a story generally unconcerned with it, the lengthy running time notwithstanding. (Boston Globe)
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office blotter May 30, 2008
The 39 year old male from Humble was arrested at 11:20pm and transported to jail. On May 20, Deputy J. Amstutz was dispatched to a welfare concern in the 20100 block of Hwy 59. (Conroe Courier, TX)
Eclectic items for sale, rain or shine, at St. Regis Flea Market May 26, 2008
Although the event carries the humble name flea market, the three-day event earns about 20,000 for the 7,000-square-foot community center, which was built in 2001. Some of the money is handed back to the community in the form of an annual 1,000 college scholarship for a St. Regis High School student. (Missoulian, MT)
Talk of the Town: Swiss Army knife to the rescue! May 8, 2008
This fabulous 50s musical centers around Curtis Jackson, a rock n roll star, paying an unlikely visit to the humble community of Green Valley. Enters a group of wacky characters, including an all-state football hero, a cheering clan of cheerleaders and loads of other kids having fun. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
More Community Calendar » May 3, 2008
RSVP no later than May 12, by sending payment to Kristen Thornberg hanks at 12743 Cooper Breaks Drive, Humble, Texas 77346 ... RSVP no later than May 12, by sending payment to Kristen Thornberg Hanks at 12743 Cooper Breaks Drive, Humble, Texas 77346. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Back to nature in the backyard Apr 12, 2008
He is humble about his service, an experience that left many memories, some painful and some proud. You can t help but remember those experiences, he said. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Korean investor ventures to West End Apr 12, 2008
For several years Om, 60, has lived in a humble duplex in the blue collar, in-town Pittsburgh community. Om continues to walk the talk. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Funeral wagon has a tale Apr 4, 2008
Martin Luther King Jr.'s colleagues in the Southern Christian Leadership Conference wanted a humble farm wagon pulled by two Georgia mules to promote their upcoming Poor People's Campaign ... They wanted a humble farm wagon pulled by two Georgia mules. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Ask Maggie Rose: Tell me how to grow old gracefully Apr 2, 2008
As for me, I feel there is nothing more graceful than kindness, so it is with kindest intent that I offer you my humble advice and trust there are, at the very least, some elements of an answer. I wish you and your family the very best. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Calendar of Events Mar 22, 2008
The Symphony Sounds of the West evening concert, under the direction of Music Director/Conductor Dr. Don Hutson, will start at 7:30 p.m. at The Ark Family Church, 450 Humble Tank Road. Performances include western theme compositions by John Williams, Aaron Copeland, Ray Phillippe and Jack Bullock. (Conroe Courier, TX)
CCAD awaiting gift's fate Mar 1, 2008
CCAD inherits mansion, art as thanks for long-ago good deed - Business First of Columbus. Members: Not Registered. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Suharto, ex-dictator of Indonesia, 86 Jan 28, 2008
He was a private person, and although he wielded complete power, he spoke in gentle tones, smiled sweetly at friend and foe, and presented himself as a man of humble origins, shy, retiring and enigmatic. Short and thick-set, he almost invariably dressed in a Western business suit, once he gave up his military uniform, and a black songkok, the flat traditional Indonesian cap. (International Herald Tribune)
Local girl will travel to Europe for 20 day tour in June Jan 11, 2008
Everyone is so willing to help," she said. Looking to raise more money to cover tuition costs, Youtsey has planned a rummage sale beginning at 7 a.m. on March 15 in the small room at Sterl Hall, 619 N. Rogers. There will be a wide variety of donated items on sale. She has also opened up a travel account at Astra Bank, 418 N.W. Third. Anyone who would like to contribute to her tuition can leave donations there in her name. Small steps can lead to bigger steps and change the world. Eisenhower... (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Sir Edmund Hillary, first to climb to top of Mt. Everest, dies at 88 Jan 11, 2008
" and by his personal humility. Humble to the point that he only admitted being the first man atop Everest long after the death of climbing companion Tenzing Norgay. Today in Asia - Pacific He had pride in his feats. Returning to base camp as the man who took the first step onto the top of the world's highest peak, he declared: "We knocked the bastard off. " The accomplishment as part of a British climbing expedition even added luster to the coronation of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II four days... (International Herald Tribune)
Priest collects wisdom from multiple magi Jan 10, 2008
A handful of fancy collectibles by Lennox, Boehm and Lladro co-exist peacefully with humble kings of bread dough, candy, cornstalks, animal bones and papier-mache. One miniscule trio is perpetually enroute inside a hollowed-out duck egg. (Springfield Sun, PA)
In memory: Glancing back at those lost in 2007 Jan 1, 2008
But family and friends remember him as a humble man who wished to only serve his community. "His wisdom was exceeded by his humility," said his son, Dan Hunnell. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Palm Bay market continues to grow Dec 31, 2007
PALM BAY - What started with humble beginnings grew into a monthly community event -- the Palm Bay Farmers and Flea Market. The market is open the second Saturday of the month, which to produce connoisseurs and bargain-hunters means it will be next open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 12 on the Palm Bay City Hall grounds. (Florida Today)
Oconee County police blotter Dec 26, 2007
" To Martin, the most beneficial aspect of the nativity scene is the fact it serves as a reminder of how people from every walk of life can lay aside their differences and come together when inspired by love. "I am a big animal lover and since childhood I have always loved the idea that animals were welcomed at Jesus' birth," Martin said. "I believe God planned the manger birth for his son in order to bring the people and animals together in a humble setting where no one felt intimidated. " A... (Athens Banner-Herald)
10 gift ideas for the air travel enthusiast Dec 21, 2007
American's t-shirts are not that attractive, in our humble opinion, but we do like the Blue Raised Logo Cap at $17. 50 with the classic AA eagle logo in red, white and blue. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Georgian manor glam infusion of zebra, color and Chrome Dec 17, 2007
(She describes her humble first pad as "dorm room meets James McInroe.") Surveying her made-over manse today, she marvels, "I guess this is finally the grown-up house.". Chalk one up for long-term relationships. (AZCentral -- Home)
Shelby's GT-350 was considered 'a brute of a car' Dec 2, 2007
Despite its humble Falcon components, the Mustang's sporty, short-deck, long-nose, four-passenger body appealed to everyone from young to old. It came with a standard six-cylinder engine, but, with a V8 and many options available, the Mustang could be everything from a grocery getter to a pretty decent performance car. (National Post)
What to buy the reader who has read everything Nov 28, 2007
95) and guaranteed to humble even the most discerning bibliophile. Chances are, they ve missed more than a few on the list, and will be grateful to you for giving them an excuse to hightail it to the nearest bookstore and correct their oversights. (Newton Tab, MA)
Emotional attachments: Ornaments celebrate memories, milestones Nov 22, 2007
"But before she died, she had expressed that she wanted to be buried with it."People put a lot of their own emotions into ornaments, and it really makes you feel humble as an artist. I think that's why Christmas ornaments are the number one collectible in the world. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Where is the (baby) love? Oct 26, 2007
Having parents who live separate lives by choice is not one of those things, in my humble opinion. This excludes single parenting as a result of divorce or the end of a relationship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
E-Bay of Bugs Plans Expansion Oct 13, 2007
Winning bidders in fact, will obtain a fully detailed security research, possibly in a bundle with a proof of concept code, whose scope is to prove the vulnerability but that wouldn't be useful for not legitimate purposes," He said. Officials at the Switzerland-based company are quite pleased with the growth of the marketplace, noting more than 150 vulnerabilities have been submitted. Not all vulnerabilities make it onto the marketplace. To date 40 have been rejected because they were uncovered... (eWeek)
Longtime family farm changes hands Sep 24, 2007
"They were unspoiled and humble back then. They had a positive attitude. They were happy to do what they had to do to survive, and they accepted life the way it was. Life was simple then. "I wonder how many of us today are able to appreciate the modern technology that has been created to make life easier. Some of us still don't have time in the day to sit down and appreciate all the wonderful luxuries we have. (Middletown Press, CT)
No one expected floods Aug 25, 2007
It s hard to accept charity, but you have to learn to be humble. Though most of his belongings are destroyed, there are some treasures such as scrapbooks and photos that were saved. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Spring bidding budding Aug 24, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Peter FishAugust 25, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Pilots flying high in Moravia Aug 11, 2007
People have been stopping regularly since the single-engine Cessna planes and experimental aircraft started filling up a humble hangar resembling a barn on the property. hey're just happy there's traffic again, Bob Cope of Connecticut said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Where have all the girly women gone? Aug 3, 2007
I have a house in Humble ... I have a house in Humble. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Dogs of Celebrities Jul 13, 2007
They range all the way from elite purebreds to humble rescued mutts. Drew Barrymore once rescued two Lab/Chow mixes named Flossie and Vivian from a flea market. (Suite101.com)
The Tipping Point opens downtown location Jul 1, 2007
An upscale collectible sneaker store is opening in the historic Humble building on July 16. Located at 1212 Main, the new store, called , is one of the first new fashion retailers to set up shop along the Main Street light rail in downtown Houston. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Grand vision, humble beginnings Jun 26, 2007
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868. Monday, June 25, 2007 1:52 PM CDT. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Moscow DiaryMarket forces push up Moscow prices - so it's wise to shop around Jun 20, 2007
If you're paying that much you probably earn a lot more than I do as a humble English teacher. Get real and stop moaning. (BBC News -- Europe)
Coming attractions: Bale, Crowe saddle up for 'Yuma' Jun 1, 2007
The junior-league High Noon from 1957 pitted Van Heflin's humble rancher Dan Evans against Glenn Ford's wily outlaw Ben Wade, who is held captive until a train can haul him to court. "The film always existed as a kind of also-ran of Western greats," Mangold says. (USA Today -- Life)
Dinners to Benefit the Glebe May 25, 2007
" The guests, however diverse, have in common a desire to support the GHMGJG and its educational programs. The Glebe House, built in 1750, was the home of Woodbury's first Episcopal priest, John Rutgers Marshall of New York City. He and his family moved to Woodbury in 1771. It has been known since then as the Glebe House, a glebe being a farmstead owned by a rural church and provided to the parish priest for his home. Today, restored to its former estate, the Glebe House transports visitors back... (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Dating: Time it takes to know? May 2, 2007
In my humble opinion, crap or get off the pot. You pretty much know who you are dealing with after the first year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
The Mysterious Case Of Columbus's Silver Ore Feb 22, 2007
(October 5, 2006) -- The humble device that prevents shoelaces from fraying was deemed to be worth more than gold by the indigenous Cubans who traded with Columbus's fleet, a study led by UCL (University College London). . (Science Daily)
Ohio students accused of posting fake snow-day notice on school's Web site Feb 11, 2007
"I truly believe she had a lot of love to give and just wanted to be loved back. Also I looked up to her because of the background she came from. Humble roots and making it big time gave me inspiration.". Richter said she has some handbags with pictures of Smith on them, a bobblehead doll in the former Playboy model's likeness and recordings of episodes of "The Anna Nicole Show." She remembers first finding a copy of her cousin's Playboy and thinking Smith was beautiful. (North County Times)
Steeped in teapots Jan 7, 2007
"My mom is very humble," Bortolotti said. "My parents separated when I was a few months old and she supported seven kids and the house by herself.". (Boston Globe -- Local)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Jan 4, 2007
FATCELLS (Fisher, Raleigh News ver) _ Scientists have recruited humble fat particles as soldiers in the war against cancer. 550. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
