WaMu stock free fall continues days after Killingers removal Sep 11, 2008
Washington Mutual (NYSE: WM) replaced Killinger with Alan Fishman, previously president of Philadelphia-based Sovereign Bank. WaMu also announced that it has entered into an agreement or Memorandum of Understanding with its regulatory federal agency, the Office of Thrift Supervision (OTS), to provide a multiyear business plan, forecasting its earnings, asset quality and business segment performance. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Looking Back Sep 4, 2008
Snake Hollow J. J. Yoder threshed for Wm ... It is reported Mr. Rowe has sold his farm, formerly belonging to Wm. (Kalona News, IA)
Weighting the pros and cons Sep 4, 2008
Lodian wrote on Sep 3, 2008 7:27 PM:" Rhodie: So basically you are saying that everything else you stated earlier here and complained about, and the serious desires and needs you have for this Super Wal-Mart, are no longer an issue? That's really weird. So, what changed your mind? What happened? Did the kids grow up and leave the house overnight? Did you suddenly see the light as to how much you really don't need this new SWM? Or did you just wake up from a long nap, Rumpelstiltskin?? What is... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Dogs could get jumped in polls Sep 2, 2008
I m worried about the D under WM.. There were many positives in the game, they have been discussed in previous blogs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The elder statesman of PR Aug 30, 2008
Al Golin once read that Bill Wrigley Jr., the chairman of the chewing gum company Wm. Wrigley Jr., hated the expression "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." So when Golin's firm, GolinHarris, was making its pitch to manage the company's public relations seven years ago, he sent Wrigley a small tool kit with a note saying, "Fix it before it breaks.". (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
LETTERS: NCT, Aug. 28, 2008 Aug 29, 2008
Suskind's revelations lend crucial evidence to the assertion that the administration didn't just mistakenly assume that Saddam Hussein had WMDs and links to al-Qaida, they knew well that this was not the case, and lied to the world in order to hasten the U.S. invasion ... "We will see what the resume of these two men look like, I'm betting Barack's is a single page.We shall see if the back streets of Chicago, where this community organizer learned his lessons, whether he can pull off this "I'm... (North County Times)
Area Death Notices Aug 27, 2008
Arrangements by Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City ... Arrangements by Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City ... Services pending, Bowman Funeral Parlor, Garden City. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Even if good for you, gum's a sticky game Aug 26, 2008
And some bad news: The market is dominated by Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. of Chicago and Cadbury PLC of Britain, which together control about 65 per cent of chewing gum sales. (Globe and Mail)
Commissioners propose 42.6 tax rate Aug 13, 2008
A plat for J. Gunderson subdivision on Wm. B. Travis Lane, out of the A77 Isaac Lee Survey, Precinct 2. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Edwards Took Mistress on 2006 Presidential Announcement Tour Aug 12, 2008
Today's Top Political Stories. Politics Newsletter (M-F). (Washington Post)
Commissioners to discuss tax rate Aug 12, 2008
Discussion and possible action on a plat for J. Gunderson subdivision on Wm. B. Travis Lane, out of the A77 Isaac Lee Survey, Precinct 2. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Berkshire Hathaway Slumps Aug 10, 2008
Two major deals that Berkshire agreed to help finance this year candy maker Mars Inc.'s purchase of Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. and Dow Chemical Co.'s purchase rival chemical maker of Row and Haas Co. have yet to close, so those deals didn't affect Berkshire's quarterly earnings. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Utilization patterns of Chinese medicine and Western medicine under the National Health Insurance Program in Taiwan, a population-based study from 1997 to 2003 Aug 9, 2008
In 1995, Taiwan has launched a national health-care system (the National Health Insurance Program, NHI) covering the use of both Western medicine (WM) and Chinese medicine (CM). This population-based study was conducted to understand the role of CM in this dual medical system by determining the utilization patterns of CM and WM and to analyze the demographic characteristics and primary indications influencing the choice of the medical services for the development of strategies to enhance the... (BioMed Central)
Stressed about the economy? Escape the 'mental recession' Aug 3, 2008
A 2006 study by research unit of the Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. showed that chewing gum calms some people and may increase blood flow to the brain by 25 to 40 percent. (AZCentral -- Business)
Time for UGA to take notice of Tech Aug 1, 2008
The defense held them to 3 points the entire second half after CWM made adjustments ... I also witnessed first hand CWM making adustments that shut THAT spread offense down (for the last 2 1/2 quarters) with THOSE aforementioned athletes ... get used to pulling your hair out IN ATHENS UGA FANS, BECAUSE TECH AND PJ WHOM HAS WON BIG-TIME AT EACH PROGRAM, is going to attack wm defense all over the field and you better respect the pass because we have a qb who is fast and threw for 3,000 yards and... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Coolidge schools ban hats, flip-flopsFootwear prohibition will not apply to high school students Jul 31, 2008
" ?Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc. 2008 Reader Opinions: WM W Jul, 30 2008 Citizens of Coolidge with children still in the Coolidge School District. This is another absurd move by your school board members and the great Dr. White that all of you voted into office. But hats relate to gang members. Hats also keep the burning sun off of your face and prevent skin cancer. So if my son/daughter ends up with skin cancer on the head or facial area can I sue the school district? Flip-flops come on... (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Wrigley 2nd-quarter results top estimates Jul 29, 2008
CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. chewing gum maker Wm Wrigley Jr Co, which is being acquired by Mars Inc, posted better-than-expected profit, boosted by price increases, improved margins and a weak U.S. dollar that helped increase sales. The Chicago-based company said on Monday that net income for the second quarter rose to $193. (Reuters)
Waste Management starts CFL recycling program Jul 17, 2008
The company (NYSE: WMI) will send a recycling certificate and a new recycling kit to people who use the program. A separate Waste Management program, WM LampTracker, offers fluorescent lamp recycling for businesses. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Washington Mutual plans more layoffs Jul 17, 2008
The company's stock (NYSE: WM) nosedived in trading Monday, falling almost 35 percent, down $1. 72 to close at $3. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Regional bank shares under pressure as worries mount Jul 16, 2008
(NYSE: WM) skidded almost 35 percent to $3. 23 per share. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Washington banks' stocks slump Jul 15, 2008
WaMu (NYSE: WM) issued a statement, saying it was in good health and that it recently raised $7. 2 billion in capital. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Banks stock values drop on GSE fears Jul 15, 2008
Seattle-based (: WM) alone took a hit in the three-digit range. The banking platform watched its stock plummet more than 30-percent, with the previous day s close of $4. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Vanishing independence for large family companies Jul 15, 2008
Family companies that have fallen to takeovers in recent years include the gum maker WM Wrigley Jr., bought by Mars for $23 billion, and Grupo Empresarial Bavaria, sold by Colombia's Santo Domingo family to SABMiller. Today in Business with Reuters. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Kill the competition: A&L bought ... Fed reassures ... Raise rejected Jul 15, 2008
Weekend reports that Tesco was gearing up to launch a new low-price food range mean bad news for Wm Morrison and Sainsbury s, Philip Dorgan, of Panmure Gordon, said as he cut his Sainsbury s target price to 240p. Jonathan Pritchard, of Oriel Securities, said: This is hardly good news for Tesco [down 0. (Times Online)
YESTERDAYS: Fourth was noisiest in years Jul 13, 2008
Fritch s Famous Vegetable Soap, a guaranteed cure for all skin diseases, can be secured of Mrs. Wm ... Among the invited guests from this town were Mr. Wm. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Obituaries for Wednesday, July 2, 2008 Jul 2, 2008
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Sparta, with the Rev. Jeffrey Wm. Miller officiating. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
On Your Mind Jul 1, 2008
Langer wrote on Jun 30, 2008 11:57 AM:" Want costumes for pets? The best deal would be to pick up a pattern at WM or download a free one from the Internet and make your own. It could be sized exactly for your pet and you could use the same pattern for many costumes. Some of these patterns can even be pieced together to create a "no-sew" design using stick-on Velcro or ties for closures. ". hmmm wrote on Jun 30, 2008 11:56 AM:" Winston, I'm surprised to hear the cry of Nationalizing our oil... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
YESTERDAYS: Kimball home holds brilliant wedding Jun 27, 2008
Mr. Stanhope Hill of Cambridge has taken the Wm. Hobart place until Oct. Mr. Hobart and daughter Lillian will summer in Northboro. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Market Ends Red, Looks to the Fed Jun 25, 2008
Washington Mutual's (WM) slumped 2% after Lehman Brothers slashed its price target on the bank to $10 from $27. 25 and upped its full-year loss estimate to $3. (Fox News)
How creepy is Google Street View? Jun 20, 2008
Jamie Gumbrecht explores Atlanta with your help. The entry titled "Google Street View: giving newcomers (and stalkers) a fresh look.," and any of the comments about it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Professor Chon Abraham of the Mason School of Business at The College of William & Mary named Fulbright Scholar Jun 19, 2008
Professor Chon Abraham of the Mason School of Business at The College of William named Fulbright Scholar. Professor Chon Abraham of the Mason School of Business at The College of William named Fulbright Scholar. (PR Newswire)
Kessler returns with sparkling wine review Jun 19, 2008
Georgia vineyard makes strides in sweet science of sparkling wine Dosage trial staged by Wolf Mountain Vineyards near Dahlonega. By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 06/19/08. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Warren Buffett, Busch IV to speak about InBev takeover offer Jun 17, 2008
On April 28, he played a critical role in the acquisition of another venerable, family-run public company when he partnered with privately held candy maker Mars Inc. in a $23 billion joint bid for Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co., the Chicago company behind such famous chewing gum brands as Doublemint, Big Red, Juicy Fruit and Orbit. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
WaMu's Killinger says bank has 'aggressive strategic plan' Jun 16, 2008
Shares of Washington Mutual (NYSE: WM) hit a 16-year-low of $6. 25 on Tuesday, after a UBS AG analyst said the bank is underestimating losses on home loans. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Health officials warns of high dust levels Jun 14, 2008
The contractor, WM Dickson Co., has confirmed there will not be any hazardous waste materials moved during the demolition ... For more information, please contact Kittitas County Public Health 962-7584) or WM Dickson Co. (253)255-5212). (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Rants and Raves Jun 12, 2008
The city should revoke the contract with WM immediately and find another contractor to do the waste pickup throughout Rio Rancho ... The Green waste either doesn t get picked up when it is supposed to and we have to call WM to ask them revisit ... When we asked WM for a partial refund for the missed recycle, WM said they don t charge anything for Recycle and no refund was applicable. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
June 4 is 50-year anniversary of ferocious storms Jun 5, 2008
The Dunn County News Online - Our Front Page. Updated Jun 04, 2008 - 10:16:46 am CDT. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Wal-Mart's Sales Gain From Oil's Increase as Consumers Drive for Discounts Jun 5, 2008
Wal- Mart's 21 percent increase this year is the second best in the 40-company after chewing gum maker Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co., which Mars Inc. agreed to buy for $23 billion in April. (Bloomberg -- US)
Viva Hillary Clinton! (239) Jun 3, 2008
Does the WM stand for "White Man" ... ShawnWM - I refuse to engage in a battle of wits ... Warning to Salon Community - ShawnWM is a known Troll - do not engage. (Salon)
Component Changes Made to Dow Jones Sector Titans Indexes May 30, 2008
Dow Jones Banks Titans 30 Index Country Company / Symbol(s) Add/Delete Canada Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD.T, TD) Add United States Washington Mutual Inc. (WM) Delete The free-float market capitalization of the reconstituted Dow Jones Banks Titans 30 Index increased to US$2. 263 trillion from US$2. (Primezone Releases)
USA Hockey Announces 2008 Award Winners May 30, 2008
Wm Thayer Tutt Award Paul Furman, Sr. (Oswego, N.Y.) ... Paul Furman is the recipient of the Wm Thayer Tutt Award. (Wcha.com)
Who's more excited about the new Indiana Jones movie -- you or your kids? May 24, 2008
quick - google a writers story about something - and type a couple paragraphs around it - this isnt - working - or wait - talk about ITP vs OTP - yea - thats always good - for 50 or so- stay away from - SAHM vs WM, you went there a couple days ago and you ll want to - go there on tuesday. By new mom. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Tree-bark gum takes bite out of bad breath May 22, 2008
Chewing gum maker Wm Wrigley Jr Co said on Tuesday that it has added a bit of this germ-killing compound to their Eclipse gum and mints. The hope is to not simply mask bad breath, as most strongly flavored mints and gums do, but to kill odor-causing bacteria. (MSNBC -- Health)
Geraldine Ferraro calls Obama 'sexist'; may notvote for him in election... May 21, 2008
Geraldine Ferraro, calling Barack Obama "sexist," may not back him : Top of the Ticket : Los Angeles Times. Might fully one-third of the six surviving Democratic vice presidential nominees end up opposing their party's national ticket this November. (The Drudge Report)
A place to remember, revere lives May 21, 2008
In loving memory of my father Aaron Wells 1835-1879 He married Mary C. Jefferson 1864 Father of Wm. C. Abigail BR />He was a Civil War veteran Co. D 8th Vol. Inf A.M.Z.. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
WaMu reduces home equity credit to homeowners May 16, 2008
WaMu (NYSE: WM) joins other big-name lenders such as (NYSE: BAC) and (NYSE: CFC) in reducing its home equity lines. "It's not surprising to me that they're doing that," said Joey Warmenhoven, senior vice president of trading for Seattle-based , who specializes in small banks across the country. (San Francisco Business Journal)
Foam firms offer $30m to settle Station lawsuits May 13, 2008
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office Blotter May 10, 2008
Sergeant was flagged down by several individuals who blocked subject at the entrance light to the shopping center on Grogans Mill Rd. The subject,WM, 30, kept rummaging through center console of vehicle when officer ordered him out of the vehicle ... Three, WM, 26, 46, 47, were arrested and cited for public intoxication, M/C. * On 04/26/08, 1515, Deputy D. Houstoun, was dispatched to 3040 College Park Dr. in reference to a theft and criminal trespass report. (Conroe Courier, TX)
City finances get thumbs up May 8, 2008
The city received an unqualified "clean" opinion by Wm. Pierce Arthur, certified public accountant, for their financial statements ending Sept. 30, 2007. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
Buffett jokes about, doesnt divulge successor May 5, 2008
Buffett said that until a few weeks ago he didn't know Berkshire would have an opportunity to help finance candymaker Mars Inc.'s $23 billion purchase of confectioner Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co.. (MSNBC -- Business)
WaMu dumps chief risk officer May 4, 2008
According to the beleaguered Seattle thrift (NYSE: WM), McMurray will be responsible for overseeing the company's risk management functions, including credit risk, interest rate risk, market risk, operational risk and audit. McMurray, formerly the bank's chief credit officer, will become a member of WaMu's executive committee. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
OSHA slams United over O'Hare conditions May 3, 2008
Watch Bill Wrigley Jr., above, and CEO Bill Perez talk about the deal to make Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. a subsidiary of Mars Inc.. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Stocks finish little changed ahead of Fed rate meeting May 2, 2008
The biggest deal was the Warren Buffett and candy maker Mars Inc. offer to buy Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. for about 23 billion in cash. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
WaMu director quits, others voted down; thrift loses $1.14B in Q1 Apr 17, 2008
The Seattle thrift (NYSE: WM) said that the quarter's provision for loan losses increased to $3. 51 billion, which "reflects an increase in delinquencies as the economy weakens, as well as a higher level of losses as home prices declined sharply from the start of the year.". (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Shareholders take Provident Bankshares CEO to task Apr 17, 2008
Since Provident's announcement, Washington Mutual (NYSE: WM) and Wachovia Corp. (NYSE: WB) have announced plans to raise billions of dollars in new investment, making less money available to other banks. Geisel also said the Provident officers and directors who bought common stock in the offering did so at market price, although other investors bought shares at a discount. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Looking Back Apr 17, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Allan Stransky and little son visited at their fathers, Mr. Wm. Britton near Kalona Sunday. (Kalona News, IA)
FTSE rises by midday Apr 15, 2008
3 percent, while Wm Morrison Supermarkets added 1. 4 percent and Sainsbury gained 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Waste Management hosts town meeting Apr 13, 2008
At WM, merely complying with laws and regulations designed to stop environmentally damaging practices is not enough, not by a long shot. WM is always looking for ways to use its knowledge and experience for a greater good, because it is plainly and simply the right thing to do ... WM invests time and resources in the development of innovative ideas that produce measurable results, because the results not only provide immediate benefits, but also produce critical new knowledge that can be shared... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Explainer: Max Mosley's Nazi S and M Orgyclick to play audio Apr 12, 2008
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Traders Frown on Fed, Earnings Apr 9, 2008
Sign up now for FREESmartMoney. com Newsletters Enter your email address below. (SmartMoney)
Report that WaMu may get $5B boost sends shares soaring Apr 8, 2008
The Wall Street Journal Monday reported that private equity group TPG of Fort Worth, Texas, along with other investors, was close to investing $5 billion in the troubled Seattle bank (NYSE: WM). In the last year, WaMu's stock has plummeted more than 70 percent, from about $40 per share, wiping out $26 billion in market value. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Harlan D. Heise (1928-2008) (15) Apr 7, 2008
eight grandchildren, Craig Wm. Jr. (Chrissy), Laura, Anneka, Esther and Andrew Heise and Elizabeth, Amy and Trevor Stanford; and a brother-in-law, Robert (Jeanne) Holder of Seattle. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
- Fire District 13 celebrates 50 years Apr 4, 2008
That evening, membership applications were received from 22 men: J.R. Agen, C. Brigham, J. Chicoratich, E.R Dalan, P.H. Dunlap, F. Fahlen, A.M. Ginnett, J.F. Grobschmit, Wm. Grobschmit, M. Hall, J.E. Henroit, A. Herrold, R. T. Jackson, F. Jensen Jr., H. Johnson, C. Lenning Jr., P. H. Maloy, G. Melville, R.W. Nelson, T. Rock, D. Sanford and P.S. Wagner. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Zoe's Ark workers freed from prison after pardon Apr 1, 2008
EuroNewsEuroNews : Zoe's Ark workers freed from prison after pardon. terms and conditions. (Euronews.net)
Organism That Causes Buruli Ulcer Has Been Isolated And Characterized Mar 27, 2008
Journal reference: Portaels F, Meyers WM, Ablordey A, Castro AG, Chemlal K, et al. (2008) PLoS Negl Trop Dis 2(3): e178. doi:10. (Science Daily)