Keynotes for Dec. 4 Dec 4, 2008
Plaques were presented to Coach Fernando Agostinho and the varsity team, which won the Division II championship. Members of all teams received certificates. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Lemoore Navy couple savor leave time with family Nov 27, 2008
The awards and plaques honoring their military service share space with photos of the couple's two young sons. Today the home also will be full of people as they celebrate two special events -- Thanksgiving and homecoming. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
North Shore Villa Nov 23, 2008
Outside the powder room are wall plaques from Pompeii, and in the dining room is a chandelier that once belonged to Henry Ford. They controlled the costs -- as much is possible in a home this grand -- by buying smart and decorating themselves. (Boston Globe)
Aloha Elvis Store Has Fans 'All Shook Up' with Excitement Nov 13, 2008
Guests will also find Elvis Presley-themed gamessuch as Monopoly and checkerspens, magnets, key chains, commemorative books, DVDs, and limited edition collectible plates, records and plaques. Throughout the store, upbeat songs such as "Rock-A-Hula Baby" and "Hawaiian Sunset" play, getting shoppers humming and moving to the beat. (Honolulu Advertiser)
China's cultural arts celebrated at festival Oct 6, 2008
He added to his collection this summer when he was invited by Olympic officials to participate in the 2008 Beijing games, receiving participatory medals and limited- edition Olympic plaques. Basking in China's Olympic afterglow, local event organizers invited De Silva to take part in this year's Splendor of China Cultural Festival at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall, where his Beijing memorabilia and other collectibles are being displayed. (Honolulu Advertiser)
O.J. Simpson guilty on all charges in robbery trial Oct 4, 2008
The Hall of Fame football star was convicted of kidnapping, armed robbery and 10 other charges for gathering up five men a year ago and storming into a room at a hotel-casino, where the group seized several game balls, plaques and photos. Prosecutors said two of the men with him were armed; one of them said Simpson asked him to bring a gun. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Las Vegas jury finds OJ Simpson guilty Oct 4, 2008
Prosecutors, however, say the group stole up to $100,000 in footballs, plaques and baseballs at gunpoint from the dealers, who had been tricked into thinking they were meeting a wealthy buyer. Simpson and his associates "thought they could spin it that, 'It's all OK; it was my stuff,' " said prosecutor Chris Owens in the state's final rebuttal. (Los Angeles Times)
Jurors in Simpson case hear tape of alleged robbery Sep 21, 2008
By Harriet Ryan and Ashley Powers, Los Angeles Times Staff Writers September 20, 2008 LAS VEGAS -- When O.J. Simpson entered the cramped hotel room last year where footballs, plaques and photos were arranged on a bed, memorabilia dealer Alfred Beardsley uttered two words: "Oh, no.". In the next six minutes, Simpson and five associates robbed Beardsley and a fellow collectibles dealer at gunpoint, prosecutors contend. (Los Angeles Times)
Car show to benefit MP High Aug 2, 2008
A total of 33 classes are planned with first, second and third place plaques to be awarded in each and six special trophies also will be awarded. We may also add other classes as the need arises. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Corpus Christi covers the waterfront -- beautifully Jun 18, 2008
Wandering back to the restaurant, we notice star plaques imbedded in the sidewalk. They comprise the South Texas Music Walk of Fame, a tribute to legends such as Freddy Fender, Kris Kristofferson, Selena and Christopher Cross. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Treasure hunting Jun 7, 2008
At the sale, browsers can find Vine s paintings, easels, plaques and photographs. He had so much talent, and he was always sharing it, Vaughn said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Hill-Stead Museum receives CT Humanities Council Grant Jun 5, 2008
Hill-Stead Museum, Farmington, was recently awarded a $4,980 grant from the Connecticut Humanities Council in support of a new initiative, Interpreting Hill-Stead's Historic Landscape - Plaques, Maps and More ... Interpreting Hill-Stead's Historic Landscape - Plaques, Maps and More is a comprehensive interpretation project focusing on the 152-acre landscape and signature outdoor features of the 1901 Country Place Era estate and farm ... New interpretive elements - including plaques, estate maps... (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Stanford News May 30, 2008
It opened with a prayer by Chaplain Andy Doro and then plaques were presented to Jim Ashton for service to his country in the Korean Conflict, Mike Ranowicz for distinguished service in Vietnam and Jim Cunningham for 50 years of membership in the Legion. After the presentation of the plaques, Cold Spring Elementary fifth-graders Heather Cerul and Jaimee Kennett read their first and second prize winning essays on "What America Means to Me." Their writings were excellent and both young ladies read... (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Eclectic items for sale, rain or shine, at St. Regis Flea Market May 26, 2008
Michelle Chaffin was pleased with a pair of wooden plaques she found to give her grandmother. Their messages, she said, are perfect: Life is fragile, handle with prayer, and This is not clutter, it's my collection. (Missoulian, MT)
Car show planned Sunday May 23, 2008
Plaques will be awarded to the cars with the best paint, best engine detail, and the car that came the farthest distance to be in the show. Also a People s Choice trophy and a Pastor s Choice trophy will be awarded. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Lakewood 400 gets ready for antique season May 23, 2008
He and Larry Cook, who sells cast-iron hooks, weights and plaques in the next lot over, work in tandem, whether the routine is joking, selling or relaxing. At a recent show, the two wore Hawaiian shirts, blazing white moustaches against sunned skin and laissez-faire, good-time attitudes that matched the spirit of this show. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Test drive turns tragic before inaugural Daytona 500 Feb 9, 2008
Plaques and trophies are named in his honor, and he's named to numerous halls of fame. She says she has spent the rest of her life missing her husband and never remarried. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Those Were the Days, Mill Avenue fixture, closing Jan 25, 2008
An avid historian, researcher and author of antiques books, most the items represent decades of research, while others are tokens from a historical timeline: a book entitled Radio Manufacturers of the 1920's, a water bottle with a logo for the new Mosaic condominiums, and awards and plaques honoring Linoff's community service. By the time they close, the Linoffs would have moved thousands of pounds of books, a large wooden rolltop desk and other bulky items down the creaky narrow staircase. (AZCentral -- Business)
McCloud recognizes volunteer firefighters for 35 years of service Jan 3, 2008
Plaques and copies of those resolutions will be presented the now retired firefighters during the Jan. 14 district meeting, although Sloan, who has since moved away, will not be present to receive his. A sense of duty to family and friends was the lure that attracted both Brunello and Sloan to become volunteer firefighters and stay with it for more than three decades. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
uBid.com Teams up With Mary Kay and CMA to Kiss Domestic Violence Goodbye Nov 27, 2007
The online auctions for the "kiss card" plaques all have a starting bid of $55 and run from November 6, 2007 to December 31, 2007. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation to help end domestic violence against women and children. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Antique shop smorgasbord thrives in town Nov 15, 2007
There are buildings, cemeteries, statues and houses across town with dated plaques and historical significance, reminding everyone of the past. And so it seems perfectly fitting that the birthplace of the American Revolution has become a destination for shoppers seeking first edition books, antique Wedgwood china and trinkets reminiscent of earlier days. (Concord Journal, MA)
O.J.'s Former Co-Defendants Set To Testify Nov 13, 2007
Authorities say memorabilia taken included football game balls signed by Simpson, Joe Montana lithographs, baseballs autographed by Pete Rose and Duke Snider, photos of Simpson with the Heisman Trophy, and framed awards and plaques, together valued at as much as $100,000. Whether Simpson saw a weapon was a key question following testimony from Fromong, collectibles broker Tom Riccio and Cashmore, another former co-defendant who took a plea deal in the case. (CBS News -- US)
Rabble-rouser Nov 12, 2007
The walls are decorated with various plaques and awards, ranging from a certificate for completing The Wharton School's retirement planning program to a diploma from the U.S. Army War College. On this particular day, the scribblings on the dry-erase board near his computer outline a conspiracy theory about the judicial center land acquisition controversy. (The Augusta Chronicle)
* O.J. Simpson faces armed robbery and kidnapping charges Nov 9, 2007
Authorities have said many more items were taken from the room, including football game balls signed by Simpson, Joe Montana lithographs, baseballs autographed by Pete Rose and Duke Snider, photos of Simpson with the Heisman Trophy and framed awards and plaques. Simpson and the others are likely to be bound over for trial "because the burden of proof is such that all they have to show is that some evidence suggests a crime occurred," said Tom Pitaro, a veteran Las Vegas defense lawyer who... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
OJ Simpson due in court in Las Vegas armed robbery case Nov 8, 2007
Authorities have said many more items were taken from the room, including football game balls signed by Simpson, Joe Montana lithographs, baseballs autographed by Pete Rose and Duke Snider, photos of Simpson with the Heisman Trophy, and framed awards and plaques. Police estimated the combined value at up to $100,000 ( 68,000). (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
More of this story Nov 1, 2007
"In those days, if your house caught fire, they would send a fire truck to put it out if you had one of these plaques on your door.". Having personally escaped the devastation of this fire, would he consider leaving Malibu. (Malibu Times, CA)
Revised charges filed in Las Vegas against O.J. Simpson, 3 co-defendants Oct 26, 2007
The memorabilia taken from the hotel room included football game balls signed by Simpson, Joe Montana lithographs, baseballs autographed by Pete Rose and Duke Snider, photos of Simpson with the Heisman Trophy, and framed awards and plaques, together valued at as much as $100,000, according to police reports. The revised complaint increases to 12 the number of charges against Simpson, Clarence Stewart, Michael McClinton and Charles Ehrlich. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Most valuable prizes Oct 17, 2007
A few of the more popular items on sale are autographed photographs and plaques from 2003 men's basketball national championship season. Jerseys and basketballs from that season are also on sale. (Daily Orange, NY)
The Shady Side Of Memorabilia Collecting Sep 30, 2007
" According to police reports, Simpson and several other men went to a hotel room at the Palace Station casino in Las Vegas on Sept. 13 on the pretext of brokering a deal with two longtime collectors. But once in the room, the collectors were ordered at gunpoint to hand over items including game balls signed by Simpson, framed awards and plaques and Joe Montana lithographs. Some of the items were valued at as much as $100,000. Simpson insists the items were really his and had been stolen from... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
O.J. case exposes shady side of memorabilia Sep 29, 2007
But once in the room, the collectors were ordered at gunpoint to hand over items including game balls signed by Simpson, framed awards and plaques and Joe Montana lithographs. Some of the items were valued at as much as $100,000. (MSNBC -- Business)
Fightin' Gators to host Tent Sale Sep 5, 2007
Also available are commemorative footballs signed by Leak and Dallas Baker, national championship posters signed by , signed championship plaques and magazines plus other collectors items. In addition to significant discounts on all the available merchandise, shoppers will receive a FREE Nike national championship locker room t-shirt with any purchase. (FightinGators.com)
Welcome to baseball heaven Aug 12, 2007
The museum's piece de resistance is the Hall of Fame Gallery, where the plaques of 278 inductees adorn the walls. One of the museum's great new exhibits is Sacred Ground, a celebration of ballparks and the connection fans develop with them. (AZCentral -- Sports)
A shore thing Aug 8, 2007
For those who don't cart clubs, the museum at Stony Brook Grist Mill and Herring Run (Stony Brook and Satucket roads, no phone, free) is open only limited Saturday hours (10 a.m.-2 p.m.), but the site's outdoor plaques tell the story of Brewster's early industry. The mill pond is a favorite spot for teaching children how to fish. (Boston Globe)
Changes come for merchants Jul 17, 2007
Jus Do has moved from downtown Brewton to a location at 720 Douglas Ave. Melanie McGougin's business offers a wide variety of items ranging from signs, plaques, award items and a unique collection of gift items. e are really enjoying our new location, McGougin said. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Cheung Chau Island:fishing village with rich customs Jun 25, 2007
In clan and community associations, memorial plaques and photographs line the walls. Tung Wan Beach. (Xinhuanet, China)
Parents decorate for baby - and themselves Jun 22, 2007
He decorated with an aviation theme, complete with a mural and baby aviator plaques. "Everyone goes with the animals and ducks and things like that. I wanted this room to tell my son that he can reach to the horizon." He also wanted it to be practical. (AZCentral -- Home)
* New show from old infatuations Jun 10, 2007
He has also accumulated a extensive assortment of cultural and historical relics ranging from lacquerware, bronze and jade artifacts to ancient furniture and decorative art works such as thumb rings, snuff bottles, belt hooks and plaques. Local and international museums have often borrowed objects from Wang's collection when putting together major exhibitions on Chinese themes. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Glitzy graduation gifts? May 27, 2007
Vine and Branches Christian Bookstore is currently offering a selection of books, plaques, frames and balloons for graduates. Currently available is the NIV Bible for graduates. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Raleigh Days will recognize seniors May 20, 2007
Door prizes, cash prizes, dash plaques, and 50/50 raffle. Late registration and set up time is 9 to 10 a.m. Contact Jean Ellis at 273-8235 for more details. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Space still available at Strawberry Festival May 18, 2007
Any type of car may enter the Car Show and Dash Plaques will be given to the first 50 applicants who register their car along with trophies for the winners. There will also be a Health Fair for the first time at the festival. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Upcoming weekend full of fun May 16, 2007
Prizes will be given, including a 100 to the club with the most participants, t-shirts and trophies and plaques. Come to swap tales and tips, talk to others interested in cars, and have fun with the entire family. (Marlin Democrat, TX)
Signed basketballs and prints May 16, 2007
Also available are commemorative footballs signed by and , the National Championship poster signed by , Sports Illustrated magazine plaques signed by Chris Leak and Corey Brewer plus other collectors items. To check out all the available merchandise, go to. (FightinGators.com)
Moorefield Wal-Mart invites community, military to customer appreciation event May 12, 2007
The cost of registration is 5 and all proceeds will go towards CMN. Monster Energy Drink will sponsor the dashes and plaques given to the winners of the Car Show. Winners will be announced at 7:30 p.m.. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Revolutionary mix of nature, sights, shops in Concord Apr 29, 2007
You'll encounter house after house with plaques such as "Wright's Tavern 1747 ," "Benjamin Barron House 1716 ," and the Thomas Pellet House, dating to the 1670s. Though they are closed to the public, those buildings are classic examples of Colonial architecture. (Boston Globe)
Crafs festival and antique show come together Mar 7, 2007
Many wood crafts will be available to purchase: hardwood furniture, scroll-saw clocks and crosses, wood burned plaques and solid cypress swings made by Donald and Pauline Mills of Vanceboro. Paintings of all kinds will be featured: watercolors, military memorabilia, coastal landscapes, rural scenes, watercolors and paintings on wood, metal, ceramics and cloth. (Up & Coming Magazine, NC)
National Championship Collectibles Available Mar 7, 2007
Also available are commemorative footballs signed by Chris Leak, a poster of the Fightin Gators National Championship magazine cover signed by Jarvis Moss, a complete series of championship plaques and other collectors items. To check out all the available merchandise, go to. (FightinGators.com)
Cowdrey-led Eagles snag division title Mar 4, 2007
The Eagles were presented two Central Section Division V championship plaques from commissioner Jim Crichlow -- the most meaningful representing a 73-63 victory over Bakersfield Christian in a game they led by 21 after three quarters. The other trophy came via default after Immanuel lost 62-55 to Mission Prep on this same stage a year ago, only to have the Royals forfeit the title two months later because of CIF violations involving since-removed coach and athletic director Tom Mott. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Whitney Houston Outfits, Gear Go Up For Auction Jan 10, 2007
The plaques included some from the Boston Music Awards and the Recording Industry Association of America. "I just collect ephemera," said Yedid, 46. (WNBC.com, NY)
Fans snatch up select Bronco gear on eBay Jan 7, 2007
Bronco watches, clocks and plaques. Comments. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
