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    Severe retail downturn forecast for 2009  Jan 5, 2009
    "For lease" signs are replacing Christmas ornaments along boutique-lined streets, including Oakland's Piedmont Avenue, where Lost Antiques is advertising a closing sale, and the Video Room, Piedmont Lighting and Healthy Step shoe store are already empty. All American Boy, one of San Francisco's oldest stores geared to the gay community, closed its Castro Street doors Nov. 30 after 32 years in business. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Woman’s home is a collector’s paradise  Dec 30, 2008
    That includes some of the signs and some of the tools of the trade from their shop. In the basement, she has tried to match the collectibles to the basement atmosphere, so she has washboards, old irons and an antique washing machine from the foundry where her stepfather worked. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    More of this story  Dec 30, 2008
    Outmoded: The 24-hour diner Mode opened last December amid plenty of hype, but there were ominous signs from the start, including multiple delays. The restaurant at Ninth and Olive streets boasted a fashion theme and was even adorned with a catwalk - a somewhat strange accompaniment to hearty, upscale comfort food. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    YEAR IN REVIEW: Many changes impact region in '08  Dec 26, 2008
    Some residents were outraged in October when lawn signs supporting political candidates were stolen in certain neighborhoods. Local Democrats and Republicans both said their signs were stolen. (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)

    Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids'  Dec 19, 2008
    The Iraqi journalist who threw his shoes at President George W Bush shows signs of being beaten up, according to a judge. A shark managed to jump out of its aquarium on to a water slide at a hotel swimming pool used by guests. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')

    Brown visits Iraq to seal troops withdrawal pact  Dec 17, 2008
    Amid signs that Obama will request a greater commitment from Britain and other allies in Afghanistan, Brown told MPs on Monday that he would increase the British deployment there from just over 8,000 to around 8,300. Obama, who has said he will pull US forces out of Iraq within 16 months of taking office, wants to focus US attention on Afghanistan. (guardian.co.uk)

    A walk of faith  Dec 13, 2008
    The faithful believe the Virgin Mary appeared in 1531 to an Indian, giving him miraculous signs, including flowers when none should grow and an image that appeared on his poncho. Cabra said that the Virgin of Guadalupe is shown with child, and that by honoring her, people also honor the birth of her son, Jesus Christ. (Washington Daily News, NC)

    Red Europe! Greek protests spread across the continent...  Dec 12, 2008
    His lawyer said the bullet which killed Grigoropoulos showed signs of having bounced off a hard surface, indicating that the boy was killed as a result of an accidental ricochet ... Sandra Hartness of California uses her poodle as a canvas for her designs ... Another collection of strange signs sent in by readers on their travels. (The Drudge Report)

    Try entertainment gifts for Christmas  Dec 12, 2008
    You get to see some of the signs that were merely seen in passing ... It boasts the whole line of SUX merchandise and has tiles with old-school posters, postcards and signs on them. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Simpson sentenced to at least 9 years  Dec 7, 2008
    There was a circus atmosphere outside the court, with a handful of Simpson supporters waving signs and heckling Goldman. At times they had a shouting match with another protester waving a "Jesus Saves" sign. (USA Today -- Life)

    Murder case hangs over Simpson sentence in Vegas  Dec 6, 2008
    They were booed by a small crowd that gathered on the courthouse steps, carrying signs saying, Free O.J.. Defense lawyers promised an immediate appeal and to continue seeking bail for Simpson while an appeal is considered but the earliest Simpson will be eligible for parole is in nine years. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Armed men in wigs pull off 70m robbery at top Paris jewellery store  Dec 6, 2008
    Yesterday they admitted it bore all the signs of having been meticulously planned by highly experienced criminals. "We're dealing with real pros here," said one source. (guardian.co.uk)

    The Afghan mission in memoriam  Dec 6, 2008
    " Signs that the Short family would fray in Rob's absence appeared early. At a meeting to plan his memorial service, discussion turned to whether Danny Boy should be played. Susan was in favour not only had he taught himself to play it on a fiddle they had bought together at an antique market, she had just learned from his colleagues that he had been singing it before the explosion. "I had to have it played at his memorial service," she says. "It kind of hit a note with some of the guys ... "... (Globe and Mail)

    Small-space style living provides comfort  Dec 6, 2008
    But signs show that this is starting to change. With heating costs soaring and foreclosed homes dotting the suburbs of major U.S. cities, interest in a smaller, more modest lifestyle has been growing. (AZCentral -- Business)

    The Ultimate Holiday Directory  Dec 5, 2008
    For all your packing & shipping, DHL, FEDX, UPS, USPS, EBAY, color copies, laminating, signs, banners. 845 Rt. (Yarmouth Register, MA)

    A Room of His Own  Nov 30, 2008
    The colorful posters that hang above the bathroom doorway are signs from the F&T, his grandfather's Kendall Square diner that was in business for 50 years before they built the T where it once sat. And don't miss the old Speedaway sled, a keepsake from Roth's childhood in Newton. (Boston Globe)

    Milestone in Marietta: Old theater lives again  Nov 29, 2008
    July 8, 2004: Friends of the Strand signs a 50-year lease with the Goldstein family to renovate the theater ... Save the Strand signs dotted lawns in the city and the Friends of the Strand group raised $3. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Antique shop's front stirs Jackson officials  Nov 28, 2008
    com NICHOLSON - Drivers who frequent U.S. Highway 441 probably can surmise that Tom Ward has a passion for vintage signs, even if they've never met the man or heard of his shop, Dixieland Antiques ... NICHOLSON - Drivers who frequent U.S. Highway 441 probably can surmise that Tom Ward has a passion for vintage signs, even if they've never met the man or heard of his shop, Dixieland Antiques ... It's hard to miss the smiling, 8-foot-tall cow - 3-D glasses and all - propped against the wall, the... (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Famous Faces in Framingham  Nov 25, 2008
    Actor Leslie Nielsen signs photos during Sunday's Boston Super Megafest celebrity and collectibles show at the Sheraton Framingham. Famous Faces in Framingham. (Framingham TAB, MA)

    Potential Laterals Taking a Closer Look at Law Firm Finances  Nov 25, 2008
    Jones Day partner Joe Sims, who's been hiring laterals on the West Coast since the summer of 2006, said that he saw a significant shift in attitudes in the early spring of this year, in tandem with the first signs of concern cropping up about Heller and other firms. Through the summer and fall, when the general economy took a sharper turn for the worse, people really started to home in on finances, he said. (Law.com)

    Hanson tops off an overwhelming year  Nov 25, 2008
    Renteria signs a two year 18 million dollar deal with the Giants ... The only free agent pitcher worth chasing is Hampton, if he does not mind being away from the kids in Arizona - and signs for the right price ... I agree with a poster on MLBTR, if Furcal signs with Atlanta, then Peavy is a Brave within 24, no i ll say 48 hours. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Tastes change under the weight of recession  Nov 22, 2008
    The signs are already there, literally. "Mid-season" sales signs dominate suburban streets before winter has even set in. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Thousands of cancer patients dying in UK unnecessarily  Nov 22, 2008
    The campaign aims to understand levels of awareness of cancer symptoms; provide clear messages on the signs and symptoms of cancer; encourage people to go to the doctor with possible signs of cancer; tackle delays in primary care; find gaps in research and conduct new work on way of promoting awareness and early diagnosis. http://www. (Telegraph.co.uk)

    Yes, we can -. sell it  Nov 17, 2008
    Vendors have taken to the streets and the Internet to sell Obama-themed T-shirts, buttons, bobblehead dolls, coffee mugs, wine bottles, magnets, greeting cards, neon signs, mobile phones and framed art prints. Despite worries about the economy, consumers are snapping them up. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Jill the tripper eludes her captors  Nov 16, 2008
    "After 2001 we had two murders - not enough to classify the perpetrator as a serial killer but with similarities: small amounts of cash stolen, the same modus operandi in the way the victims died, both killings committed indoors with no signs of a break-in. This in itself suggests the killer builds up a non-threatening rapport before being let in," Juergen Brauer, a state prosecutor who works closely with Special Commission Parkplatz, says. Juergen Bueller was seven as he walked along a leafy... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)

    Strolling Petaluma  Nov 16, 2008
    Giant signs forehead; Downtown ice; Copters in fog. Through the Lens. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)

    Board delights in new flood plain maps  Nov 13, 2008
    Four of the thefts, Wellumson said, involved political signs. Learned from Don Rose, public works supervisor, that 10 hydrants purchased during the 1999-2004 period have been recalled. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)

    Shop like it's yesterday  Nov 13, 2008
    Their store makes me instantly nostalgic for my own childhood, with its wooden toys, colorful one-off cushions, retro signs, Matchbox cars, board games and Enid Blyton books. My friend, Melinda Bey, and I buy cute miniature dinner sets for our six-month-old babies. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)

    Odyssey Marine Exploration Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results  Nov 11, 2008
    "We are very happy with our results so far this year. We have had some significant operational challenges during the third quarter, but we have seen our offshore team step up in a big way that has yielded some really promising results. During this season, we located and tentatively identified at least one of our targeted high-value shipwrecks. We also mapped a huge new area of seabed and filed admiralty arrests on four separate sites. The JWM Production crew has followed our teams offshore and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Obama's victory is historic, but now the real work begins  Nov 11, 2008
    Now PLEASE get those signs outta the yard. -). (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

    The road less traveled  Nov 9, 2008
    The commission regulates exterior design, paint colors, signs, and fencing on all properties on the road ... Also in Dennis, you'll encounter dazzling gold, platinum, and sterling silver jewelry designs by renowned goldsmith Ross Coppelman ... His custom pins, necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets feature gemstones in striking settings, many of them inspired by ancient Egyptian, Aztec, and Roman designs. (Boston Globe)

    Ultimate Disney Charm Bracelet Dazzles The Season With 37 Of Your Favorite Characters  Nov 9, 2008
    Custom Business Signs. 14Pt Stock, UV Coating, Free Graphics or Use Your Own, Fast Delivery. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)

    History now, hard cash later: Demand for election memorabilia high  Nov 7, 2008
    " Because of popular demand, The Clarion-Ledger printed 4,000 extra copies on Wednesday, then printed another 10,000 on Thursday morning that were available in the front lobby and select metro-area locations. When those sold out, the newspaper printed 25,000 more. Some said they'll frame them, while others will put them in scrapbooks. Either way, they'll become historic mementos that help tell America's story, and experts say it's a good idea to hang onto campaign signs, pins and other political... (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Stores hope to scare up shoppers during hard financial times  Nov 2, 2008
    Sale signs highlight the clearance racks recently at Kinnucan's in Athens. The store will start holiday markdowns before Black Friday, which usually is the kick-off to holiday shopping. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Punk's Poster Child  Nov 1, 2008
    Long food lines at Glide in S.F. are signs of hard economic times. Singletary dropped his pants, pointed to his rear during Sunday's game. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    Love of old houses leads couple to B&B  Oct 30, 2008
    A For Sale sign was posted in front of a house, one that had caught Ed s eye before a grand 1891 mansion showing a few signs of neglect ... Walter T. Downing had been the architect, an Atlantan whose designs included buildings at Oglethorpe University and Georgia Tech as well as homes for prominent Atlantans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)

    Newsweek: Hot Wheels are a toy craze again  Oct 29, 2008
    Those pocket rockets have been racing down their familiar orange tracks for four decades now and, unlike the real car market, show no signs of slowing down. Last year Hot Wheels set a record, as sales surged by 16 percent, and they continue to accelerate in 2008 even as the economy tanks. (MSNBC -- Business)

    Debate centers on downtown displays  Oct 23, 2008
    Code enforcement officers telling downtown business owners that they can no longer have tables and chairs on sidewalks in front of cafes, or have merchandise displayed, or have artifacts or signs in front of their shops, came at the wrong time, Marc Vann told the committee ... Caslow said DOT workers will confiscate sandwich board signs from the sidewalk ... They will confiscate signs and go on to their next assignment, he said. (Lake City Reporter, FL)

    Mom dies in Beth Israel C-section  Oct 22, 2008
    The baby experienced some complications but is showing signs of improvement, Sands wrote. The hospital was recently rocked by a pair of disturbing incidents. (Boston Herald)

    Wong takes helm of E&O Trading Co.  Oct 16, 2008
    No signs of fire in some parts of Angel Island. Sales abound at Bay Area warehouses this weekend. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Valley events  Oct 16, 2008
    Life Chain will be meet in front of Centennial Park, 7th and Roanoke Ave., at 1:45 p.m., to receive signs and will be assigned to places. Everyone will stand silently for one hour, 10 feet apart, holding signs that witness the sanctity of life ... Signs will be provided. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    Experienced shoppers find the right price at yard sales  Oct 11, 2008
    City officials say the purpose of the ordinance is to ensure yard sales are conducted properly by ensuring individuals take down signs after the sale, as well as ensuring individuals are conducting a legitimate yard sales and not setting up a permanent business. In addition, the ordinance prohibits the placement of signs, posters and advertisements in the public right of way (including on utility poles which are considered part of the public right of way) ... Put up signs around your... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)

    How Main Street fares  Oct 11, 2008
    Outside on the street, a chill wind rocked the shingles hanging from the storefronts, while the steady stream of motorists showed no signs of letting up. DH Reader Comments. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)

    At 75, drive-in movies still draw fans  Oct 10, 2008
    Like big post-its, signs remind you of this drive-in's few rules. "SORRY, NO $100 BILLS.". (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)

    Apple pickin' season  Oct 8, 2008
    There are signs letting visitors know where and what to harvest ... Older visitors like to peruse the many colorful antique service station signs covering the exterior of the store, along with a variety of collectibles that customers and friends occasionally contribute a piece to. (Auburn Citizen, NY)

    Damien Hirst Sale Marks Peak in U.K. Art Market; Prices Fall, Says Survey  Oct 7, 2008
    Auction houses are watching for signs of how their sales will perform in London and New York in the next two months. Even wealthy art buyers may be deterred by the Sept. 15 bankruptcy of , tumbling stock markets and slowing economic growth, said dealers. (Bloomberg -- UK)

    Private Jessica says President is misusing her 'heroism'  Oct 5, 2008
    The administration's game plan, enabled by a supplicant media, is showing signs of distress. The singer Cher recently visited the hospital where Lynch recovered from her ordeal and talked on TV of meeting a teenage soldier who had lost both his arms. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)

    Las Vegas jury finds OJ Simpson guilty  Oct 4, 2008
    Canine signs by Nepal artists are in demand in L.A. The 13th Annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, the country's largest celebration of the written word, kicks off this Saturday, April 26 at UCLA.. Text. (Los Angeles Times)

    HOLIDAY BAZAARS  Oct 3, 2008
    Easy access from Huffman and DeArmoun roads to Elmore Road; follow signs ... Alaska Native Lutheran Church Christmas Native Bazaar, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday, Central Lutheran Church, 1420 Cordova St. See a wide variety of Alaska Native artwork including handmade "Christ Signs" (Christmas ornaments) sealskin slippers, baby booties, hand-crocheted blankets, knitted gloves, kuspuks, beaded barrettes, beaded earrings, beaded bracelets, ivory items, homemade jams and jellies. (Anchorage Daily News)

    Movie Contests: Are You A Winner?  Oct 3, 2008
    If youre worried about STDs its important that you know the telltale signs. Check out the 8 signs that you may have an STD.. (KERO 23, CA)

    Campaign memorabilia on display at Pump House  Sep 24, 2008
    Larson, who has taught social studies at Central High School and Lincoln Middle School, has kept on collecting for 45 years and now has thousands of political campaign buttons, signs, posters and other items ... All this stuff used to be small and free, but now they charge you for yard signs and buttons ... Former Central High School social studies teacher Brent Larson has been collecting political campaign items, including buttons, signs, and bumper stickers for over 40 years. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Doo-wop architecture and '50s music make this shore unique  Sep 24, 2008
    Neon signs light up the walls and Majestic Z lamps hang from a support column ... Signs sport the boomerang-shaped lettering; embellishments are big and bold. (Scripps Howard News Wire)

    Ike evacuees sneak back onto ravaged Galveston...  Sep 22, 2008
    Hundreds of stop signs were being trucked in to replace traffic lights, nearly all of which were blown away, and 150 state troopers were on their way to help police the city. State Rep. (The Drudge Report)

    Galveston returnees face curfew, rats, sewage  Sep 22, 2008
    Hundreds of stop signs were being trucked in to replace traffic lights, nearly all of which were blown away, and 150 state troopers were on their way to help police the city. The increased activity was welcome news to evacuees, but less so to at least some of the roughly 15,000 who rode out the Category 2 storm on the island. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Yankees Pitcher Joba Chamberlain Signs Exclusive, Multi-Year Collectibles Deal with Steiner Sports  Sep 20, 2008
    NEW YORK, Sept. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- "It's Joba Time" for Steiner Sports Collectibles. The New York-based company has signed an exclusive, multi-year collectibles agreement with Yankees phenom Joba Chamberlain, it was announced today by Steiner Executive Vice President, Chris Amoroso. (PR Newswire)

    Miley Cyrus signs on for new film  Sep 18, 2008
    Thu, September 18, 2008. By Herald wire services Thursday, September 18, 2008 - Updated 7h ago Text size. (Boston Herald)

    SCHRADER: In new home, genealogy research clippings are preserved  Sep 17, 2008
    It also had a wide variety of other antiques and memorabilia such as advertising signs, barbed wire, old bottles, tobacco memorabilia, souvenirs of the Sandwich Fair going back many years, railroad-related items, large posters, toys and some farm equipment. Wagner added that his family has occupied the same farm home since 1915, when his grandfather bought the place. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Can Senator John McCain Give Us a Sign That He 'Gets It?' by Joseph Crisalli  Sep 17, 2008
    Professional Signs and Graphic Solutions ... signsnowhendersonville. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    NASCAR team pitches to youth  Sep 13, 2008
    It was a flea market of sponsors, with signs plastered on every speck of space. A constant roar from the track with the cars whizzing by made it impossible to hear anything else during the nearly three-hour race. (Boston Globe)

    A Payson getaway  Sep 13, 2008
    It begins at the Rocky Point Picnic Area, on the southwestern side of the lake, and has signs that identify local vegetation and landmarks. Or you can hike an additional 5 miles around the lake, meandering through tall ponderosa pines. (AZCentral -- Travel)

    The world's richest people: the web billionaires  Sep 12, 2008
    But around region gloomy signs about economic prospects. As oil prices fall, consumers may find themselves with a little more cash in their wallets Bank of America declined to comment on speculation it was in talks to buy investment bank Lehman Brothers afte. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)

    On display (43)  Sep 12, 2008
    In the Gallery: reassembled road signs by Boris Bally and works by Harriete Estel Berman. Tours available 11 a.m-12:30 p.m. Wednesday and 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Mule Festival time nears in Kahoka  Sep 10, 2008
    This site last updated on, Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Is Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin the right choice for the Republican vice presidential nomination. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    Lawyers Begin To Pick Jury In Simpson Trial  Sep 9, 2008
    The trooper said no signs of alcohol were detected, and that it looked like the only thing Simpson did "was be nice to somebody at a gas station.". Previous Stories. (Click2Houston, TX)

    Simpson Trial Judge Asks Potential Jurors To Consider Motives  Sep 9, 2008
    Learn about the signs, symptoms of ADHD and get information on how to treat it in this helpful guide. Understand the signs of mental illness and you can learn the best ways to treat whatever problems you may have. (NBC4.tv, CA)

    Portsmouth area community calendar  Sep 8, 2008
    n DR. FRED SHORT, UNH research professor, will address whether the Great Bay Estuary is showing signs of stress from human impact during "A Pristine Estuary in Crisis" a look at the decline in eelgrass and the stress on the estuary. His talk will begin at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 9, on the gundalow Captain Edward H. Adams at the Jackson Estuarine Lab's dock at Adams Point. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    France in Cloverdale  Sep 7, 2008
    (09-03) 15:46 PDT DETROIT (AP) -- Nearly every major automaker saw its U.S. sales drop in August, but many are seeing signs that. Dejected investors sent stocks plunging Thursday, hurtling the Dow Jones industrials down more than 340 points after retailers. (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Danny Antonucci Signs Exclusive Overall Deal with W!LDBRAIN  Sep 6, 2008
    Danny Antonucci Signs Exclusive Overall Deal with W ... Danny Antonucci Signs Exclusive Overall Deal with W. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Simpson goes to trial in Vegas, dogged by his past  Sep 5, 2008
    By LINDA DEUTSCH, AP Special Correspondent. Thursday, September 4, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)

    Weekend Calendar  Sep 4, 2008
    With estate naturalist Diane Tucker, learn the signs of the coming winter, and enjoy the trails. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. (Middletown Press, CT)

    8-Foot Mechanical Ape Missing  Sep 4, 2008
    Learn about the signs, symptoms of ADHD and get information on how to treat it in this helpful guide. Like online video. (KIRO TV, WA)

    Sleepy Sunol a throwback to a bygone era  Sep 4, 2008
    Over the years it has done a number of civic projects, including installing a community bulletin board outside the post office, installing park benches and putting in two welcome signs on the way into town. It also funded the planting of 250 trees and put in a lawn and a concrete stage area in the community s downtown park. (East Bay Business Times, CA)

    Harare trip shows how a country can be misled to ruin  Sep 1, 2008
    Signs of neglect are conspicuous. The buildings have not seen paint in years, many parts of the city are overgrown and even in the opulent suburb of Borrowdale you find the story of a country in ruin. (Business Report, South Africa)

    Classifieds 8/30/08  Aug 31, 2008
    Maps available - Signs posted ... 23 to Rowe Rd. turn on Rowe Rd., 4 miles west to 1100 East Rd. go left, 2nd house on left, watch for signs, furniture, antiques, lots of misc ... 8-5 Craftsman 21" push SP mower, household girls clothes 6T to Jr. Longaberger baskets, yard decor, bicycles, exercise equipment, commercial picnic table w/umbrella, antique iron fence advertising signs, lots of collectibles. 815-844-4571. 11770 E. North Road,GARAGE SALES3 Family Garage sale, Girls clothing infant to... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)

    Garage Sales  Aug 30, 2008
    23 to Rowe Rd. turn on Rowe Rd., 4 miles west to 1100 East Rd. go left, 2nd house on left, watch for signs, furniture, antiques, lots of misc ... Craftsman 21" push SP mower, household girls clothes 6T to Jr. Longaberger baskets, yard decor, bicycles, exercise equipment, commercial picnic table w/umbrella, antique iron fence advertising signs, lots of collectibles. 815-844-4571. 11770 E. North Road, 3 Family Garage sale, Girls clothing infant to 3T, also 14-16 Misses Sz. Sm, Med , Dresser, knick... (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)

    As Seen On Streetside San Diego With Lorrie Jordan  Aug 25, 2008
    Shoe Designer Michael Krief custom designs shoes. The Shoe Wheel. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)

    A city filled with places to go lets her follow her heart  Aug 24, 2008
    At 10 a.m. I look for signs that say Adalar Iskelesi ("island ferries"), buy a $2 token, and board a ship of impressive size. I follow a boisterous crowd to the upper deck and settle on a bench near the railing. (Boston Globe)

    Miner raising more funds  Aug 24, 2008
    Bryan's largest expense was $445 to Signs Now, St. Augustine, for signs. Gary McMahon. (The St. Augustine Record)

    Antiques Roadshow  Aug 23, 2008
    Employees of the Beeb can rest assured that this old warhorse shows no signs of stumbling, at least for the moment. More than 500 episodes have been screened since it debuted in 1979; the 26 episodes filmed annually each garner about 6 million pairs of eyes in Britain, and people have been known to queue for five hours to have Aunt Bertha's collection of Victorian lace doilies and other family heirlooms appraised by a professional. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)

    Hamlet 2: The First One Was Better  Aug 22, 2008
    " and the secret weapon is the onlooker's pity. Related Articles The actor in question is Dana Marschz his last name is nearly unpronounceable, just the first reason he has trouble getting jobs and he is played by the English comedian Steve Coogan with the lank hair, toothy smile and blithe sweetness that recall Tiny Tim, the eccentric ukuleleist of the '60s. Coogan has been everywhere lately, starring in little movies (A Cock and Bull Story: Tristram Shandy) and guesting in bigger ones. He had... (Time.com)

    Treasure Hunters Roadshow turns collectibles into cash  Aug 21, 2008
    Also in their first day in Fairfield, the buyers saw war memorabilia, Texaco signs and a mint Shirley Temple doll from 1930 still in its box. One of the more unusual items the representatives bought was an original gas globe that went on old gas pumps. (Fairfield Daily Ledger, IA)

    SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET  Aug 21, 2008
    DIGITALSIGNS (Alexander, Minneapolis Star Tribune) -- Digital signs create new buzz in ad biz. 650. (Scripps Howard News Wire)

    Former Soell’s site to be sold; store’s contents up for auction  Aug 19, 2008
    Some other items to be auctioned at 11 a.m. Sunday include a 5-foot lighted Hamms beer sign, three-section beer clock, collectible advertising signs and shopping carts. Art Soell Jr. and his wife operated the Mormon Coulee Road store until it closed in December 2004. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    OLYMPIC BLOG:Ni Howdy!  Aug 18, 2008
    "They've made restaurants put up signs that say 'No Gambling, No Prostitution,'" she reports. "One of my restaurant owner friends says, 'I'm not going to put those up. People are going to start wondering, Do I have gambling? Do I have prostitution?'". (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)

    Packers still want marketing deal with Favre  Aug 18, 2008
    I know that every time Brett signs an autograph even after he retires, it is worth well over $100. With an extensive product line, it would have a pretty substantial value for the Packers. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)

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