Mexicans Go Home Jan 7, 2009
Farmers Daughter wrote on Jan 2, 2009 2:53 PM:" As for the Mexicans - they are here because they want to work. There may be some exceptions but most people who really want to work can find a job. I'm tired of those who don't want to work try to blame their problems on someone else. These jobs the Mexicans are doing are available because no one else wanted them. It's time to take responsibility for yourself! And believe me farmers have to go by the same rules as anyone else and the same pay... (New Iberia, LA)
Alleged scams by four businesses leave Chelsea residents on edge Jan 1, 2009
The case went to court, where the owner, David Scales, was sentenced to one year of probation and was ordered to pay restitution to the 38 victims, Houghton said. "It's not a particular race against a race or gender against a gender," Houghton said. (Boston Globe)
Church columnists: November 26, 2008 Nov 25, 2008
For with the lighting of the third candle, light "tips the scales" by leaving just one unlit candle remaining. Gaudete Sunday reminds us that it is Light which will overcome the darkness. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Appraisals are not just about the money Oct 27, 2008
Jill Connor / The Citizen Kathleen Spingler, of Spingler Antiques in Weedsport, talks with Karen and Jim Dolan, of Owasco, about a wooden and glass medical kit complete with scales and a drawer full of instruments that Spingler appraised at more than 500. They also brought in a wooden Indian temple guardian figure and reproduction wooden inlay card table to the antique appraisal fair at Cayuga Community College on Sunday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Madison County police blotter Sep 17, 2008
Parham also claimed ownership of a bookbag, which contained a set of digital scales and a camera case containing methamphetamine. Parham was arrested for possession of the drugs. (Athens Banner-Herald)
September activities continue in Kingsburg Sep 11, 2008
The biggest pumpkin will be determined by the flea market's public scales. To be in the running, pumpkins must be taken to the Selma Flea Market scales before 4:30 p.m. between Oct. 27 and 29. (Kingsburg Recorder, CA)
A city filled with places to go lets her follow her heart Aug 24, 2008
The water sparkles like fish scales beneath the sapphire sky and I'm ready to hop on a ferry. I consult the schedule and locate the ferry to Ortak y. I'm told it doesn't leave for hours. (Boston Globe)
Shrink the bottle, save the planet Aug 20, 2008
The new Tatone bottle tips the scales at 500 grams empty, down from 650 grams for the old bottle. Each 40-foot shipping container, which holds 1,400 cases of 12, is 2,520 kilograms lighter. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Classified 8/13/2008 Aug 14, 2008
We will train you on scales. 40-50K. No smokers. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
May `solid month for Kiowa Hospital Business Jul 2, 2008
A committee was appointed to look at employee pay scales. Schrock and Armbruster will serve with Office Manager Robin Lewis, Stacey and Manor Assistant Administrator Brandi McKitrick. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
James Morrison: Antique Egypt Jun 27, 2008
In Gates Bluff, a giant snail gets cosy with an albino snake sporting perfect paper scales. In Cobar, a weird hybrid fox, with a puffy tail and the toothy grin of a baby alligator, straddles a dead log. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Incredible Hulk Review Jun 14, 2008
At first just some foot soldiers come to take you on, but this scales to tanks and attack choppers and lastly to men in Hulkbuster armored suits. Along with a very standard set of attack moves, the Hulk also has a few super-powered moves which can be executed by building up his rage meter. (IGN PS2)
Ideas on improving high schools? Apr 2, 2008
Until public education scales down and more of the money per pupil spent actually reaches something that touches the pupil then I think there is no chance. By AlreadySheared. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Music, egg hunts, services: Many ways to mark Easter Mar 22, 2008
Easter Sunday Services, 7 a.m. and 11 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1520 S. Scales St., Reidsville. Sunrise service at 7 a.m. with breakfast to follow. (Greensboro News Record)
Moveable Feast: A vicarious getaway Mar 5, 2008
Other items include a stay at the Sorrento Hotel in Seattle, a tented dinner for 14 catered by Cristina's and hosted by Jim Cimino at Cimino Park and a trip to the Boulder Yurt and dinner for eight prepared by Ann Scales and Chocolate Gulch Catering ... Photographer Barbi Reed will offer a nature photography workshop, complete with breakfast at Tully's and a picnic lunch catered by Ann Scales and Chocolate Gulch Catering. (Wood River Journal, ID)
Hot Wheels(R) Kicks off 40th Anniversary with Unveil of Diamond-Encrusted Car at New York Toy Fair Feb 16, 2008
Now, 40 years later, Hot Wheels is a global lifestyle brand that represents the coolest cars imaginable in scales from miniature to full-size. Hot Wheels cars are also popular collectibles for adults and each year, introduces a new line-up of innovative vehicles, track sets and playsets. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Best of the New: Shopping Jan 27, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Looking for stocking stuffers? These car models will wow you Dec 16, 2007
While we're on the subject of smaller scales, you may want to consider buying yourself a passel of 1:43 models, perhaps for stocking stuffers ... "China is taking all the zinc and driving the prices of the larger models upward. I think people have a price set in mind and the companies are pricing themselves out. People are now looking for lower-priced alternatives, which translates to smaller scales, 1:24 or 1:43. Another thing is that people are now getting tapped out on space." ... Mr. Pirone... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
This Just In Sep 5, 2007
Hulu initially will be open to a limited number of users, but will be expanded as the JV s development team scales the site and addresses user feedback. Previously referred to as NewSite, Hulu is supposed to offer thousands of hours of full-length broadcast and cable TV shows, as well as movies and other video clips. (Multichannel News)
More of this story Aug 23, 2007
" Law enforcement agents executed a total of three search warrants on the property belonging to the couple. Several pounds of marijuana, more than 50 guns and digital scales were discovered at their place of business and home in Florala.As a result, the property, which includes three buildings, their contents, as well as numerous antique cars, was seized and will now be sold. After all liens against the property and the fees stemming from the sale are settled, the remaining proceeds from the... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Sisterhood scales down Rensselaer Jul 14, 2007
Rensselaer Republican. The replicas go on sale July 14 at the Jasper County Fairgrounds. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
One-man museum Jul 2, 2007
"There ain't enough time in the day to look around in there," said one of Mr. Farmer's employees, locking the door of the old antiques store that is now one of the storage areas for his collection of things such as jukeboxes, scientific instruments, radios and scales. Mr. Farmer has been finding historical artifacts since he was 5 years old. (The Augusta Chronicle)
First batch of 6 superb folk national treasures unveiled Jun 22, 2007
It is carved with varied flower designs as well as the designs of dragon scales resembling those on the imperial throne of the Qing court. Moreover, it is carved with patterns of dragons and phoenixes, and the happiness-longevity symbols, with suspension bedside "palace" jade lamps, which are of superb artifice craftsmanship. (People's Daily Online, China)
Corgi International Limited Announces a New Chief Financial Officer and Four New Licensing Agreements Jun 20, 2007
A range of Beatles and Yellow Submarine Die Cast Collectibles with Apple Corps, utilizing iconic Beatles imagery on a range of die cast collectibles at different scales. A partnership with Microsoft to bring the exciting and interactive world of Microsoft's "Halo" franchise to life with stunning 3-D merchandise, in conjunction with the highly-anticipated release of "Halo 3" later this year. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Father knows best Mar 4, 2007
Red Sox Patriots Celtics Bruins Revolution Colleges High school Others NESN Dirt Dogs Calendar Memorabilia. So what was life like before these players arrived in the Hub of Hockey. (Boston Globe)
It's swan song time, me old China Feb 17, 2007
He has collections of postcards, his first doll, gold scales, money boxes, every book he was given as a child from every birthday and Christmas, kerosene lamps and his first home computer - now a collectible in its own right. As for pottery, his rule was simple: "If it cost less than $5 then I'd gather it.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Seeing red over Valentine's Day Feb 15, 2007
You ain t got no scales but I luv you anyway. Yo re as satisfy n as okry jist a-fry n in the pan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Police seize 36 pit bulls in dog-fighting bust Jan 23, 2007
Authorities confiscated the dogs Thursday, along with a treadmill, laxatives and scales -- tools that dog fighters often use to help ensure the dogs fit a certain weight category, akin to boxing, said Lt. Michelle Starnes with the Sheriff's Office. Deputies also found an empty room they say was covered in feces. (Charlotte.com, NC -- News)
Special psychic powers needed for asset allocation Jan 21, 2007
It does go down now and then, but in the end it always scales new heights. So, if you hold cash you are betting against history. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Virginia City Jan 19, 2007
The Storey County Court House is also located here, with its early Victorian architecture and statue of Justice above the main entrance looking outward with her scales. Two beautiful churches grace the skyline near the lower streets of town. (Mammoth Times, CA)
