Review: 'A Colbert Christmas,' 'The Unseen Alistair Cooke' Nov 21, 2008
But this year brings us Sunday night's Stephen Colbert's "," heralded by the host himself as "the greatest newsman-hosted holiday Christmas special since 'A Walter Cronkite Tet Offensive.' " In keeping with Colbert's conservative "Colbert Report" persona -- it is the made-up Stephen Colbert, not the real one, who hosts the show -- it is, one might say, an aggressively old-fashioned, old-fashioned Christmas show. "Oh, hi, I didn't see you there, along one full wall of my mountain cabin," says... (Los Angeles Times)
Police search robbery suspect's apartment Nov 21, 2008
Posted by Walter_E_Wallis, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, on Nov 19, 2008 at 11:23 amWalter_E_Wallis is a member (registered user) of Palo Alto Online ... - Walter Hays School. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Lynne Johnson will retire as police chief Nov 21, 2008
Posted by Walter_E_Wallis, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 7 hours ago ... - Walter Hays School. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Holy Cross and Colgate to Play for Patriot League Football Championship Nov 21, 2008
Holy Cross senior quarterback Dominic Randolph was named as a finalist for the Walter Payton Award (Most Outstanding Player in FCS) on Thursday ... Scott had also been a Walter Payton Award candidate before his injury kept him from advancing to the final ballot. (Patriotleague.com)
Cairo town board passes 2009 budget with 7.64% tax increase Nov 21, 2008
Half of the people in Cairo are senior citizens, Walter Prapolsky said. Tax increases mean they have to choose between food and medicine. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Outdoors Forecast Nov 20, 2008
Walling Pond and Walter Wirth Lake are to be planted with legal and larger trout this week. Northwest: Salmon anglers got the rain freshet they wanted last weekend. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Sewage plant foundation almost completed Nov 20, 2008
He asked the Town Board to recommend Walter Ingalls for the post ... The board voted to appoint Walter Ingalls to the library board, to fill a vacancy to a term ending Dec. 31, 2012. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
U.S. seeks new Afghan supply routes Nov 19, 2008
By Candace Rondeaux and Walter Pincus updated 12:36 a.m. ET Nov. 19, 2008. TORKHAM, Afghanistan, Nov. 18 - A rise in Taliban attacks along the length of a vital NATO supply route that runs through this border town in the shadow of the Khyber Pass has U.S. officials seeking alternatives, including the prospect of beginning deliveries by a tortuous overland journey from Europe. (MSNBC -- International)
New wave of fighting in Congo threatens gorillas Nov 19, 2008
(Walter Astrada for The New York Times). New wave of fighting in Congo threatens gorillas. (International Herald Tribune)
Tuesday's Scores Nov 19, 2008
Weaver 77, Walter Wellborn 63. White Plains 56, Jacksonville 55. (AL.com)
Level 3 buying up debt Nov 18, 2008
Level 3 board chairman Walter Scott, Jr. and board member Robert Julian are among the investors agreeing to buy the 2013 notes. The two committed nearly $40 million and $3 million, respectively. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Congo violence reaches endangered mountain gorillas Nov 18, 2008
(Walter Astrada for The New York Times). Congo violence reaches endangered mountain gorillas. (International Herald Tribune)
Air Force travels to #15/17 TCU for regular season finale Nov 18, 2008
Finally, Dalton hit Walter Bryant in the back of the end zone for an 11-yard score one play after the Frogs got a first down by the nose of the football, to make it 17-3 with 13:10 left. But Carney responded by hitting for 50 yards, setting up a 9-yard touchdown strike to that pulled the Falcons within a touchdown with 8 minutes remaining. (Airforcesports.com)
The (125th) Game Has Title Implications Nov 18, 2008
He has been Ivy League Defensive Player of the Week as well as Yale's Walter Camp Football Foundation Player of the Game twice (Holy Cross, Fordham) this fall ... For the 10th straight season, the Walter Camp Football Foundation honors Yale's game MVP as the Walter Camp Yale Player of the Game ... Walter Camp (class of 1880), the father of American football, captained two Yale teams and coached five others. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
The mayor's millions Nov 17, 2008
The most prominent challenger on the ballot is Walter Moore, who so desperately wants to be mayor that he's been running for most of this decade. But Moore doesn't seem to want the job badly enough to actually go out and run for the lower-level positions that would qualify him for it. (Daily Breeze)
MEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL USF finishes 2-0 trip in Hawaii Nov 17, 2008
Kwame Vaughn added 17 points, Manny Quezada had 15 and Blake Wallace 12 as the Dons, who shot 49 percent from the field, made coach Rex Walters' record 2-0 ... Dan Werner and Walter Hodge each scored 17 points to lead No. 19 Florida over Bradley 81-58 in Gainesville, Fla. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
No. 8 Duke rallies past URI for 82-79 victory Nov 17, 2008
Dan Werner and Walter Hodge each scored 17 points to lead Florida over Bradley. Werner made 4 of 6 3-pointers and Hodge was 5-for-9 for the Gators (2-0), who were 14-for-32 from beyond the arc. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Obama Reaches Out To His Ex-Rivals Nov 17, 2008
Walter Hickel, Nixon's interior secretary, thought the president valued his contrary views "because, to me, an adversary in an organization is a valuable asset." Not to Nixon. Hickel came to realize Nixon "considered an adversary an enemy." The two particularly disagreed over the Alaskan pipeline the secretary wanted to protect wilderness lands coveted by the oil companies. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Hollywood's holiday Bonanza Nov 17, 2008
Also in Screens, Walter Addiego discusses the French family drama "A Christmas Tale," starring Catherine Deneuve, with director Arnaud Desplechin (Page 22); and Pam Grady revisits "Lola Monts," the 1955 Max Ophls film that has been restored and is being rereleased with new footage this week (Page 26). The always colorful Dame Edna is back in town with a new show - her first of what she hopes will be many farewell tours. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Dolphins Show Raiders How Nov 16, 2008
Backup quarterback Andrew Walter is limited by a sprained ankle, which could elevate Marques Tuiasosopo to No. 2. Progress report. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
A Dysfunctional Brood Nov 16, 2008
Deneuve in Desplechin's 'A Christmas Tale. Article:Deneuve in Desplechin's 'A Christmas Tale':/c/a/2008/11/14/PK0413TQCB.DTL Article:Deneuve in Desplechin's 'A Christmas Tale':/c/a/2008/11/14/PK0413TQCB.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Stanford long-term campus growth could double Nov 15, 2008
" No time horizon or other limitation is included. Posted by Brian Schmidt, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 10 hours ago Brian--you should mention in your post that you are affiliated with Committee for Green Foothills (aka Committee to Take Control of Stanford's Private Property). Amazing, I remember the good old days when Liz Kniss was Denise Dade's (former head of the Committee) puppet, it looks like things have not changed much--Committee for Green Foothills says jump and Liz... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Two 21-year-old Palo Alto men arrested after Terman burglary Nov 15, 2008
It's sounds wise to say, "there's no excuse for crime but because so many men in their twenties often end up doing things like Kyle has done, scientists have been trying to find a real cause, not just one line like, "there's no excuse for crime" It's not so clear cut as that. Kyle may be a victim of his own lack of developed brain and it would seem true listening to the choices he has made along with the praise of his character. I just hope Kyle learns from all of this and can go on and be a... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Schwartz could get $31M from ProLogis Nov 15, 2008
The company said, basically, that its board decided it wanted company president and chief operating officer Walter Rakowich to lead ProLogis during the current global financial crisis. Simultaneously, the company said it would cut a 2009 dividend to $1 per common share from a previously announced $2. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Aztec Basketball Downs Northwestern State 67-47 In Season-Opener Nov 15, 2008
San Diego State opens a six-game road swing this Sunday, when the Aztecs travel to Long Beach State to take on the 49ers for the first time since 1997, at 2 p.m. at the Walter Pyramid. Live audio and video will be available on SDSU's official website, www. (Goaztecs.com)
Oregon Recreation Report Nov 15, 2008
Walter Wirth Pond will be stocked with 1,300 legal-sized trout and 150 larger trout. With a few exceptions, the trout stocking program is over for the year and the limited schedule will continue until spring. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Hughes Tabbed a Walter Camp Player to Watch Nov 14, 2008
TCU defensive end Jerry Hughes is one of 15 "Players to Watch" for the Walter Camp Football Foundation's 2008 Player of the Year, the fourth-oldest individual college football award in the nation. defensive end is one of 15 "Players to Watch" for the Walter Camp Football Foundation's 2008 Player of the Year, the fourth-oldest individual college football award in the nation ... Included below are the 15 "Players to Watch" for the 2008 Walter Camp Player of the Year award. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Schwartz resigns as head of ProLogis Nov 13, 2008
Schwartz is succeeded as CEO by Walter Rakowich, most recently one of ProLogis multiple presidents and chief operating officer. Rakowich also formerly was the company s chief financial officer. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Line of Scrimmage: Week 11 - Ravens Must Still Prove Mettle Nov 13, 2008
Quarterbacks JaMarcus Russell (knee) and Andrew Walter (ankle) both regarded as questionable for Oakland, as is running back Darren McFadden (turf toe). Raiders rank last in the league in scoring offense (12. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Sex abuse alleged in lawsuit; Exeter assistant principal on leave Nov 13, 2008
SAU 16 Superintendent Michael Morgan confirmed Walter Garland was placed on paid administrative on Nov. 3. A Jefferson woman named Patience Cameron is suing the Winnisquam Regional School District, alleging officials knew Garland was sexually abusing students and failed to protect them. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Council on Aging Notes Nov 13, 2008
Financial advice Financial advice with Walter Guertin, C.F.P, C.P.A, C.S.A, at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 20. Discuss personal financial matters one-on-one at no cost. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Ill-timed takeover leaves Teck with crushing mountain of debt Nov 13, 2008
To understand the enormity of Teck's bad timing on the Fording Canadian Coal Trust takeover, take a look at what's happened to Walter Industries. Walter, like Fording, mines metallurgical coal and sells it to steel makers ... 4-billion of cash, Walter was setting new highs at $111-a-share. (Globe and Mail)
New 'traditional fountain' for California Avenue Nov 12, 2008
" (Staff Writer Gennady Sheyner can be e-mailed at gsheyner@paweekly.com.) Comments May I ask why this fountain and the associated maintenance has to be so costly? That said, thank goodness they are not installing that granite slab thing. With all the art in the world, we can do better. Posted by anonymous, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood, 2 hours ago Hurrah I'm thrilled, the Beasley granite slabs would have been destroyed by skateboarders and graffiti artists. The fountain... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Fulmer’s final team reaching new lows Nov 11, 2008
Defensive tackle Dan Williams has an ankle injury, fellow defensive tackle Walter Fisher has turf toe and defensive end Wes Brown has struggled with a knee injury. Defensive end Chris Walker sat out Saturday to rest his injured back, while tailbacks Arian Foster and Montario Hardesty didn t play because of leg injuries. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
So much we don’t know Nov 10, 2008
It was all over the television (think Walter Cronkite) when I was a kid; how Britain laid waste to Argentina s navy and air force to reclaim that patch of land. Until I met Plazas, I didn t know that at the time of the Falklands war, her country was under the rule of a military dictatorship; an ugly time where a series of military juntas orchestrated a campaign of terror, leading to the disappearance of thousands of Argentine citizens. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Marchers call for police chief's resignation Nov 10, 2008
From 'Hope" to "Hate" The politics of grievance and identity politics will rule, look at what has happened with the gays and the Blacks, what happened to E Pluribus Unum? Posted by sidney, a member of the Ohlone School community, 1 hour ago What? you are rather clueless about the history of black slavery. Jews and black slaves were treated as sub-human. it's hard to compare atrocities of this nature. both groups have been treated in the most hateful ways. racial prejudice is evil. anyway, i... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
o EPA mayor requests formal apology, reprimand Nov 9, 2008
I do in part agree with what you have to say, however, "slaves" e masters" were me making the same attempt at being facetious. I was merely making a point. Do I dislike white people or blame all white people for the way their incestors treated mine. Of course not! I would be nothing more then the people that get on these blogs and ridicule ALL of East Palo Alto. My point being is regardless of how many statistics and numbers you or anyone else decides to throw out into the air, it's still not... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Prep volleyball, college hockey, college volleyball Nov 9, 2008
MenHILLSBOUROGH 97, OWENS 76Hillsbourogh: HIggins 6-0-12, Hauga-Brook 0-1-1, Aden 3-4-3-21, Dorsey 4-1-8-19, Irving 0-2-2, Walters 0-2-2, Devlin 2-3-1-14, Stevens 1-0-2, Johnson 3-0-6, Coleman 3-4-10, Dahl 1-0-2, Severtsgaard 2-2-6 ... PROBABLE: RB Ahman Green (thigh), LB DeMeco Ryans (shoulder), LB Chaun Thompson (hamstring), WR Kevin Walter (back) ... PROBABLE: LB Jon Alston (foot, illness), S Michael Huff (hip), QB Andrew Walter (calf), DT Gerard Warren (knee). (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
A forgotten sacrifice Nov 9, 2008
Walter R. Joyner, Atlanta, Ga ... Cpl. Walter Hatcher, Jr., Gadsen, Ala. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Graffiti on wall for Pirates Nov 9, 2008
Andrew Walter might quarterback the Raiders today. He's encouraged until he finds out about his left tackle -- Kwame "Holding, 77, Offense" Harris. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Matthews: My Job Is To Make Obama Presidency a Success Nov 8, 2008
Keith Olbermann proclaimed: "You've seen those videotapes of Walter Cronkite, the night that man landed on the moon for the first time, when Neil Armstrong stepped out, and he could just barely get out monosyllables. Politically, that's what this is. This is man on the moon." ... " ELISABETH HASSELBECK: But, I will jump in that line and support our president because that is what, as an American, I believe we should do. WHOOPI GOLDBERG: Fist pump to that. SHERRI SHEPHERD: And so, to look at my... (MediaResearch.org)
Plane crash victim found Nov 8, 2008
The body of a man believed to be Walter Guy Boeck, 68, of Rancho Murietta, was discovered by search personnel about 10 a.m. this morning. The crash site was spread over a considerable distance, said Calaveras County Sheriff's Capt. Clayton Hawkins. (The Union Democrat)
Golden Bears Host Seattle Pacific in Exhibition Game Thursday Nov 8, 2008
Haas Pavilion Cal, now in its 10th season in the 11,877-seat Walter A. Haas Jr. Pavilion, has posted an 105-43 record in the facility, good for a. 709 winning percentage. (Calbears.com)
Employee free choice bill worries businesses Nov 7, 2008
"The additional capital will further enhance the Company's already well-capitalized position," said Walter Kaczmarek, president and CEO. "It also benefits shareholders by providing the capital base for us to expand our market share in a sound manner and build shareholder value.". Tips, feedback: E-mail. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
National forecast Nov 7, 2008
Florida return three starters, including sophomore guard Nick Calathes and senior guard Walter Hodge (10. 4 ppg) and adds a top-10 recruiting class. (USA Today -- Sports)
Army interpreter spying trial jury discharged Nov 7, 2008
He was described more than once in the trial as a fantasist, a Walter Mitty figure, someone, as Dennis put it, "who would no doubt find his new clandestine role as something exciting and special". His fantasies, if that is what they were, would have been fed by his special position and the access he had, as the Nato commander's interpreter, to prominent figures, including senior Afghan officials in Kabul. (guardian.co.uk)
Marguerite Plass Mutterer Nov 7, 2008
Bearers will include Joshua Kisselbrack, Rod Lezette Jr., Timmy Lezette, Walter Higgins, George Duntz and Bob Link. To get the rest of the stories every day, subscribe to the Register Star. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Thousands celebrate Obama victory Nov 6, 2008
" Comments We have fulfilled Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream, spoken so profoundly in his famous "I Have a Dream" speech and I am so proud! America has grown up! Posted by Elizabeth, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 13 hours ago When Margaret Thatcher became Prime Minister of Great Britain, she was quoted as saying that she did not want to be remembered as being Britain's first woman Prime Minister, but did want to be remembered as being a great Prime Minister. The history books proclaim... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Benson, Hornady Jr. in tight race for trucks title Nov 6, 2008
Sixteen-year-old Conor Daly, son of longtime open-wheel star Derek Daly, won the Walter Hayes Trophy race on Sunday in treacherous conditions at the Silverstone track. That capped a very successful foray to England by Daly and fellow 2008 Team USA Scholarship winner Josef Newgarden, a 17-year-old from Hendersonville, Tenn. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
* Ian Flemings Jamaica Nov 6, 2008
The island was Flemings retreat, artist colony and passion, and he repeatedly sent Bond, an incarnation of Walter Mitty-esque wish fulfillment, on assignment there. The legendary spy experienced the island as Fleming did X beautiful and underdeveloped with enough exoticism, history and potential for danger to justify it as a backdrop for postwar espionage adventure. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Barack Obama's epic win Nov 5, 2008
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DeKalb schools to lay off 127 Nov 4, 2008
Walter Counts talks to daughter Natalie about the importance of programs for special needs children Monday during the DeKalb County School Board meeting. Counts said he is a single father whose daughter has won more medals than Michael Phelps at the Special Olympics. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Worst is yet to come for Broncos Nov 4, 2008
If the Broncos' success from here on depends on a Peyton, it had best be a Manning or (spelling noted) a Walter. Look out below. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
AP IMPACT: Flood of wounded GIs swamps care units Nov 3, 2008
The expansion came in the wake of reports about poor conditions at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C., including shoddy housing and bureaucratic delays for outpatients there. Brigade commanders began shipping to the transition centers anyone in their unit who could not deploy because of an injury or illness. (Rocky Mountain News)
US military: 40 tons of Afghan dope destroyed Nov 3, 2008
Walter Matthews says the drugs were found during the Monday raid in Spin Boldak district of Kandahar province. Border police commander Abdul Raziq says the drugs were found in the basement of a compound in Nawa Kili village. (Rocky Mountain News)
Dorothy E. Schwartz Nov 2, 2008
Dorothy was predeceased by her husband Walter Schwartz in 1989. Dorothy is survived by five children, John Leombruno of South Cairo, Sharon Leombruno-Dennis of Angelton, Texas, Wayne Leombruno of Inkster, Mi., Alan Leombruno of Kiskatom and Walter Schwartz of Kiskatom; 11 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
With Congo cease-fire called, weary refugees trudge home Nov 1, 2008
(WALTER ASTRADA/AFP/Getty Images) By Michelle Faul Associated Press / November 1, 2008. . (Boston Globe)
Chief apologizes on race-contact statements Nov 1, 2008
" Despite this being a historic year it seems there is still much progress needed in a nation becoming more diverse in population every year. Posted by Darin Pace, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 1 hour ago Add a Comment Name: * Select your Neighborhood or School Community: * Neighborhoods - Adobe-Meadows - Barron Park - Charleston Gardens - Charleston Meadows - College Terrace - Community Center - Crescent Park - Downtown North - Duveneck/St. Francis - Embarcadero Oaks/Leland -... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
VIDEO: Police told to check out persons based on race Nov 1, 2008
So, if I give the police a description of my mugger: 5'10", dark-complected African American, about 230 lbs, it would be racial profiling for the police to talk to similar looking people in the neighborhood of my assault? What should the police do? Stop 2 white people for every 1 black person who matches the description I gave them? What a marvellous use of limited police resources. Should they maybe stop white women too, just in case my attacker was a white woman dressed as large black male?... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Friday's Scores Nov 1, 2008
Jacksonville 42, Walter Wellborn 21. Jacksonville Christian 56, Mount Hope 34. (AL.com)
Amphibians' Ability To Predict Changes In Biodiversity Confirmed By New Study Oct 30, 2008
Amphibians are much more tuned in to the changes in their specific environments, said Walter Jetz, an associate professor of biology at UC San Diego and the other author of the study. They are much more sensitive to differences in environmental conditions as you move geographically from one location to another. (Science Daily)
Invading bugs ravage our forests Oct 30, 2008
For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Sunday, November 02, 2008. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Chinese advice for the next U.S. president Oct 30, 2008
(119) By Walter Shapiro. (70) By Judy Berman. (Salon)
Three changes for New Zealand Oct 29, 2008
October 28, 2008 - 9:37PM. Attacking weapons Krisnan Inu and Issac Luke and power forward David Fa'alogo have been recalled for New Zealand's World Cup showdown with Papua New Guinea on the Gold Coast on Saturday night. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Green Party to run TV political ads locally Oct 29, 2008
Tin foil hats are for Halloween, give us a break and take your meds Posted by ok, a member of the Walter Hays School community, 7 hours ago. Tin foil hats are for Halloween, give us a break and take your meds Posted by ok, a member of the Walter Hays School community, 7 hours ago ... - Walter Hays School. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
