What the Hell are the Chinese Heave... Nov 20, 2009
George V and Edward VI would become George Wu and Edward Ji in the Chinese language. Today, the ten heavenly stems are still used in most rating systems in Chinese society. (Suite101.com)
Senators discuss creation of panel to control health costs Nov 12, 2009
"McConnell said he'd have to see the composition and mandate of a commission before signing on, to make sure Republicans are adequately represented. His comments, however, echoed those of Conrad and others who think a commission may be the only way to force Congress to come to grips with unsustainable spending on entitlement programs, the major cost drivers in the federal budget."I actually discussed that matter with the president back before he was sworn in and I indicated a willingness to... (Anchorage Daily News)
Video on dirty rivers scoops top prize Nov 11, 2009
The five-minute video, entitled Our Precious Water, was produced by six students of SMK King George V in Seremban for the Kid Witness News (KWN) video education contest, an annual global programme developed and hosted by Panasonic. Sweet success: The SMK King George V team comprising (front row, from left) Mohd Hareith Zamzaitul Akmal Hisyam, Nicole Yoong Kah Mun, Emily Leow Yi Hui and Ching Ching; and (back row, from left) Jegadeshwaran Gandhi and Shareka Vithias Logendran savouring their... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
British Museum North American Pla... Nov 11, 2009
This display is part of London 2010: Festival of Stamps, a year-long programme of exhibitions, activities and events to mark the centenary of the accession of George V, known as the philatelist king. Impressions of Africa. (Suite101.com)
No end in sight to Fiji problems Nov 5, 2009
King George V of Tonga, who has supported the changes, said in May: ''The objectives of these reforms are the welfare of the people and protection of their rights it is critically important that the reforms are clearly understood and peacefully arrived at. . (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Climate Bill Faces High Hurdles in Senate Nov 3, 2009
George V. Voinovich (Ohio), a member of the Environment and Public Works Committee who was initially seen as one of the few Republicans who might consider backing the majority, is helping lead the opposition. "Why are we trying to jam down this legislation now?" he asked during a hearing last week. (CBS News -- US)
Baker & Hostetler Gets Into Bar Fight Over Unpaid Legal Bills Oct 10, 2009
The trademark suit is George V Restauration S.A. v. Little Rest Twelve Inc., 602309/2007. Advertisement. (Law.com)
Overgrown with weeds Oct 3, 2009
Last year the NSW Supreme Court dismissed allegations that area health executives deliberately undermined Macquarie's attempts to build a hospital and adjacent car park on two hectares of land behind the decommissioned King George V Memorial Hospital. Justice Henric Nicholas also rejected Wenkart's claims that health bureaucrats actively helped a competing plan launched in 1997 by the University of Sydney, which proposed a private hospital on its campus next door to the RPA.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Arrest Log, Sept. 14-20 Sep 25, 2009
George V. Larson, 46, of 19 Old Elm St., Billerica, arrested and charged with operating under the influence of liquor and following too closely. Loading commenting interface. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
NYT: For Dems, 60 is magic number Sep 17, 2009
Senator George V. Voinovich of Ohio, who is retiring and thus may face fewer political constraints, said he feared the expansion of coverage for the poor could bankrupt states. To be candid, I dont know how you pay for it, he said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Deeds recorded Aug. 17-21, 2009 in Volusia Sep 6, 2009
George V. Bortle to Dianne Elizabeth Nguyen, Khanh Nguyen and Phuong Nguyen, lot 48, Georgetowne, Unit I, $140,000. Jonathan J. Walker to William and Stephanie Coffin, Unit 1607, Towers Apartment Condo, $130,000. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
They Euthanized the King! Sep 4, 2009
Talk about death panelsKing George V was euthanized ... Surely in this case the question isn't whether George V could afford good medical care; the question is "can he outbid his son?". (Slate)
Waltham author’s guide points sports fans to lesser-known Greater Boston landmarks Sep 3, 2009
At the current starting line in Hopkinton Center is a statue of George V. Brown, one of the founders of the event and its official starter for many years. He is depicted with a fedora on his head and his starter s pistol raised in the air. (Boston Globe)
Best hotels for families Aug 27, 2009
Childrens menus are evolving, too: the Four Seasons George V in Paris, for example, offers kid-friendly options with a Parisian accent kids will never whine for toaster waffles after theyve said bonjour to sugared crepes. You wont be able to settle for the ordinary, either not after experiencing the food, spas, local culture and great service at these standout hotels. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Alan Moore creates a new adventure for The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen Aug 13, 2009
This first book of a projected trilogy begins a new adventure for the League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, and is set in 1910 London with the nation preparing for the coronation of King George V. Working in the tradition of science fiction writer Philip Jose Farmer, Moore and artist Kevin O Neill tell the story of a revolving team of Victorian superheroes comprised of literary characters, sort of a Victorian Fantastic Four. The group continues to operate in an effort to ward off supernatural and... (Boston Globe)
How clout really works in Congress Aug 11, 2009
In the Senate there are five: Republicans Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and George V. Voinovich of Ohio and Democrats Jon Tester of Montana and Mark Pryor of Arkansas. Bipartisan influence The new GOP appropriators have shown that while their partys influence on the legislative process is minimal given that Democrats control Congress and the White House, a spot on the spending panels means clout can be wielded regardless. (MSNBC -- Politics)
S.C. senator a voice of reform opposition Jul 29, 2009
George V. Voinovich (Ohio), a retiring moderate, told colleagues Monday he thinks DeMint and other conservatives are to blame for the party's downfall. And none of DeMint's colleagues has endorsed his Waterloo comment. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Public records for July 17, 2009 Jul 19, 2009
SUITS: John E. Ellis IV v. John E. Ellis III, other circuit civil; Lisa Anastario v. Walmart Stores Inc., other negligence; Bac Home Loans Servicing LP v. Miriam Penaloza, real property; Bac Home Loans Servicing LP v. Miriam Penaloza, real property; Rodney P. Carman v. Louis Meinero, real property; Bac Home Loans Servicing LP v. Christa Sanabria, real property; Bank of New York Mellon v. Christopher S. Bridegroom, real property; Onewest Bank FSB v. Fanny Perez, real property; Deutsche Bank... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Bangkok restaurants have India connection Jul 19, 2009
Lebua also has the exclusive rights in Thailand to sell Johnnie Walker Blue Label King George V, Waiwera 1875 water from New Zealand and the Green Island rum from Mauritius. Its juices are from Allain Milliat in France and the caviar comes from Almas or Petrassian. (India Times)
This day in history Jul 15, 2009
Senator George V. Voinovich (R-Ohio) is 73. Actor Patrick Wayne is 70. (Boston Globe)
Top spot: What's the world's best hotel? Jul 4, 2009
" When the editors of Forbes Traveler asked the world's top travellers to name the 400 best hotels on the planet, it was no surprise to find a Lake Como property atop the list. For hundreds of years, this elite getaway 30 miles north of Milan has attracted discerning travelers with picturesque views and a Mediterranean-like climate. One of the lake's town names has even become a synonym for luxury itself: Bellagio. Since opening to the public in 1873, Villa d'Este, on the lake's southwestern leg... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Looking Back Jul 2, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Kennard, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Ackerman and Mrs. George V. Fry attended a pre-nuptial shower Sunday in the home of Mrs. Frank Crow, near Oxford, honoring Shirley Argubright. Guests this week of Mr. and Mrs. Twyman Jones and family have been Mr. Jones parents and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Ivy Jones and Phyllis of Hodgenville, Kentucky. (Kalona News, IA)
DPM in Paris for working visit Jun 29, 2009
The delegation then proceeded to the Four Seasons Hotel George V in the city, where a hectic programme awaits the deputy premier Tuesday. Among others, Muhyiddin will hold talks with Unesco director-general Koichiro Matsuura, Elysee Palace secretary-general Claude Gueant and the newly-appointed French Education Minister Luc Chatel. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Australia's Role in the Abdication ... Jun 28, 2009
Edward VIII became King of Great Britain on 20 January 1936 when his father George V died ... The royal family never forgave Edward for abdicating, especially his sister-in-law Elizabeth, for leaving the burden of kingship on her husband George VI.. (Suite101.com)
Is this the worlds best hotel? Jun 23, 2009
It edged out the beloved Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris, and even outshone the self-described seven-star Burj al Arab in Dubai. More from ForbesTraveler. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Saudi princess pays debts as bailiffs visit Paris hotel Jun 16, 2009
The bailiff had gone to the luxury George V hotel, just off the famous Champs Elysee in the French capital. Maha al-Sudairi has been staying at the hotel, which is owned by her nephew. (BBC News -- Africa)
LUCKY ME, THE IRISH HAVE NICE OLD C... May 26, 2009
Its dining room menu bears the photo of King George V, who did something here. I don't know what, maybe made George VI. Its Dungeon Bar is a nighttime habitat of Dingle, a real live owl. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Obituaries 5-26-09 May 26, 2009
George V. Hawkins, Jr., Red Bay, Ala. Sheila Giddens, Tuscumbia, Ala. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
George V. Higgins's art of dialogue May 24, 2009
While I didn't know author George V. Higgins well, we did attend some mutual social gatherings. I recall one at his place in Hingham. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Commmencements May 24, 2009
Friday, 10:30 a.m., Fitton Field Graduates: about 675 Degrees: Bachelor of arts Speaker: US Senator Robert P. Casey Jr. of Pennsylvania Honorary degrees: Casey; the Rev. George V. Coyne, acclaimed Vatican astronomer; Sister Maureen Fay O.P., former president of University of Detroit Mercy; Ogretta McNeil, former chair of the Holy Cross psychology department; Bartlett Sher, artistic director of the Intiman Theatre in Seattle. Montserrat College of Art, Beverly. (Boston Globe)
The lens of 'Eddie Coyle': No film offers a truer view of Boston May 17, 2009
Long before there was Jack Nicholson in "The Departed," there was Robert Mitchum in "The Friends of Eddie Coyle." Long before there was the Oscar-winning screenplay by Boston local Bill Monahan for "The Departed," there were the untouchable words of the late, great George V. Higgins, brought to the screen by Paul Monash in "Eddie Coyle.". "The Departed," which won Best Picture for 2006 at the Oscars, is the best Boston crime movie in memory, but only for those who have never seen "The Friends of... (Boston Globe)
Crazy Horse Offers a Sensual Evenin... May 9, 2009
12 avenue George V 75008 PARIS. Telephone (33) 1 47 23 32 32. (Suite101.com)
Channel Tunnel marks 15th anniversary — in black May 7, 2009
Guests at the VIP party at the opulent Hotel George V in Paris were treated to some of the world's finest wines, including a Chateau Haut-Brion premier grand cru costing around 1,000 a bottle, and a 1950 Chateau d'Yquem sauternes estimated at 2,000 a bottle. With a Gallic shrug, Gounon said his only sadness comes from the fact that he had to leave before the vintage wines were uncorked. (Yahoo News)
Throngs on beach alarm Revere officials May 5, 2009
"The Blizzard of '78 paled in comparison to what descended at Revere Beach that day," said Councilor George V. Colella, who was mayor in 1978 and who was at Revere Beach on the morning of April 28 when, according to State Police, about 3,000 middle and high school-age students, mainly from outside the city, came to Revere Beach by T and cars on a 93-degree day, during which many students decided to leave or skip school. State and MBTA police made six arrests, including Dante Lara, 18, of Boston,... (Boston Globe)
All The Queen's Horses: RCMP Steed Joins Royal Mews - Official Presentation During Windsor Castle Royal Tattoo May 4, 2009
PSH George named after The Queens grandfather, King George V will be the fourth RCMP horse to join the Royal Mews since 1969. His arrival marks the 75th anniversary of the RCMP Long Service Medal, created by King George V in 1934; and the 70th anniversary of the RCMPs horse breeding programme. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
STAVING OFF DAYTIME SLEEPINESS May 3, 2009
By Dr. George V. Roberson/FOR YOUR HEALTH Saturday, May 2, 2009 9:33 PM CDT. Q. I am having trouble falling asleep during the daytime. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Authors story details life of love May 2, 2009
She included in the book many of the letters she received after George s death along with a newspaper articles and a copy of the George V. McGee room dedication at Bucknell. I was proud of him, she recalled. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
GUEST COLUMN: The devastating flu of 1918 May 1, 2009
British Prime Minister David Lloyd George, King Alfonso XIII of Spain and George V of England also became sick. Prince Erik of Sweden died. (Easton Journal, MA)
IN MY LIBRARY: BRIAN DENNEHY Apr 19, 2009
Any book by George V. Higgins. Such as "Coogan's Trade" or "The Friends of Eddie Coyle". (New York Post -- Opinions)
Marathon: Hopkinton residents who are running Apr 17, 2009
"I created the sculpture of George V. Brown (which is on the Town Common), the legendary advocate of the Boston Marathon, for Hopkinton, where I live. So I have a unique tie to the event.". Jonas Berlin Age: 45 What inspires you to run. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
IS WATERMELON NATURAL VIAGRA? (549) Apr 15, 2009
By Dr. George V. Roberson/FOR YOUR HEALTH Tuesday, April 14, 2009 9:55 AM CDT. Q: I have read that eating watermelon has the same effect as taking Viagra. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Warren Buffett's electric car venture; CEO drinks 'battery fluid'... Apr 14, 2009
One told me he was appalled when he learned that Ford, which lost billions last year, had staged a gala at the Hotel George V during the Paris auto show. By contrast, the last time BYD executives traveled to the Detroit auto show they rented a suburban house to save the cost of hotel rooms. (The Drudge Report)
Dems' Fisher, GOPs Portman raising big bucks for Senate race Apr 13, 2009
George V. Voinovich, has announced that he will retire at the end of next year. Candidates raising money for federal office must file campaign-finance reports with the Federal Elections Commission by Wednesday. (Cincinnati Nation)
Marathon statue gets new home on Hopkinton common Apr 10, 2009
The piece was made by Hopkinton sculptor Michael Alfano and honors George V. Brown, the Boston Marathon starter from 1905 to 1937. Marathon statue gets new home on Hopkinton common. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
South Africa: Half of Drug Resistant TB Patients Die Waiting for Diagnosis Apr 3, 2009
The province has experienced a consistent shortage of more than 100 MDR beds with patients waiting between two and four weeks for a bed at King George V Hospital ... Dr Igbal Master of King George V Hospital said the beds would never be enough and that an outpatient system made sense ... Master also revealed that they had seen an increase in drug-resistant healthcare workers being sent to King George V for treatment - 80 in 2007 and 63 in 2008. (allAfrica.com)
Revere city council makes the most of retirement Mar 29, 2009
"I take what is given to me - that's my stand on it," said Councilor George V. Colella, a former Revere mayor. Seven of the 11 Revere councilors receive pensions, ranging up to $57,000 a year. (Boston Globe)
True blue civil servant Mar 28, 2009
After graduating with a school certificate from King George V, he left for Perth, Australia to study accountancy. He was good in Maths, history and geography. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
* FEATURE : Jakartas Buddha Bar caught up in ugly political row Mar 23, 2009
The daughters and the bars managers have refused to comment, but French entrepreneur Raymond Visan, whose George V Eatertainment Group is the Buddha Bars parent company, says the Jakarta franchise has done nothing wrong. The bar is being caught up in local politics ahead of elections next month and in July, Visan said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Buddhists prefer dialogues to sealing off of Buddha Bar Mar 6, 2009
The franchisor of the Buddha Bar is the Paris-based George V Entertainment, which owns a global chain of hotels, spas, restaurants and boutiques. The group uses various names of the Buddha in its Buddha Bar, Siddharta Caf, Little Buddha Cafe, and Buddhattitude Spa. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
Conservative Radio Host Rush Limbaugh Mar 4, 2009
The main house is 24,000 sq. feet and has a guest suite designed to look exactly like the presidential suite in the George V Hotel in Paris. Wrote a list of "35 Undeniable Truths" in 1988 that included statements such as "Abortion is wrong," "There is a God" and "The greatest football team in the history of civilization is the Pittsburgh Steelers of 1975-1980.". (Time.com)
DOCTORS TALK TRIGLYCERIDES Mar 3, 2009
By Dr. George V. Roberson/FOR YOUR HEALTH Monday, March 2, 2009 9:55 AM CST. Q: I am recovering from a heart attack. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
S Desai: Tokenism & symbolism Mar 2, 2009
A single photograph showing a bejewelled King George V and a half-naked fakir spoke about the iniquities of colonies more graphically than anything else. Of course, precisely because symbols can be so powerful, they tend to be overused, ineffective and cynically exploited. (India Times, India)
Burris under the saddle Feb 28, 2009
Its a shame that Roland Burris never knew the late George V. Higgins, a master of crime fiction, who wisely observed: Tell the truth. Its the easiest thing to remember. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Got it licked Feb 27, 2009
American president Franklin D Roosevelt was a stamp buff, as were a host of royals - England's King George V, King Farouk of Egypt, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Prince Rainier III of Monaco, and King Carol II of Romania ... The UK's King George V was one of the greatest collectors, according to Michael Pitt-Payne, of the Royal Philatelic Society in London. (BBC News -- Europe)
major recipients of PMA campaign donations Feb 24, 2009
How to use this search tool:Donor Lookup: Individual campaign contributorsZIP Code: Local contributions and other informationPerson: Politicians, lobbyists and other notable peopleOrganization: Corporations, unions, trade associations, etc (Harper's Magazine)
Swampscott man and company plead guilty, sentenced for violation of prevailing wage laws Feb 20, 2009
George V. Wattendorf, 53, of Swampscott, and his East Boston general contracting business, G.V.W., Inc. (G.V.W.), pled guilty Wednesday, Feb. 18, in Suffolk Superior Court for failing to pay the prevailing wage, failing to pay overtime, and failing to submit true and accurate certified payroll records on various public works projects in the commonwealth. After the guilty pleas were entered, Superior Court Judge Regina Quinlan ordered both Wattendorf and G.V.W. to pay more than $151,000 in... (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
FRAILTY AMONG THE RIGORS OF AGING Feb 17, 2009
By Dr. George V. Roberson/FOR YOUR HEALTH Monday, February 16, 2009 10:23 AM CST. Q: Dear Dr. Roberson: My mother is 75 years old and up until about 3 or 4 months ago she was living alone. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Hot cold-weather drinks and where to find them Feb 13, 2009
No place does this better than Le Bar in the George V Hotel in Paris. Cognac has that romance of a snifter (by the) fireside, Miller adds. (MSNBC -- Travel)
DAVIS: Lessons learned from FDR's '100 Days' Feb 9, 2009
George V. Voinovich of Ohio, Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, John McCain of Arizona and Richard C. Shelby of Alabama, especially to strip the package of all minor special-interest projects or "pork," no matter how minuscule. But in the final analysis, the people have spoken, at least for now: The era of laissez faire, anti-social-spending government is over. (Insight on the News)
Franklin County Veterans Hall of Honor: World War I Feb 8, 2009
Eugene Clarence Stanley, Clarence O. Stanley, Theodore Roosevelt Steele, William Steffens, Henry Louis Steinbeck, Augustus Albert Steinbeck, Herbert Frederick Steinhaus, George Dewey Stelzer, Jude Steuterman, Edwin John Stevenson, Arthur Lang Stoeppelmann, Elmer Oliver Stolte, Louis Edward Stoltz, Hiser A. Stone, Norman Stoops, Oliver Stout, Harry Fletcher Stout, Roacoe Howard Strauser, Charles R. Strauser, Eli A. Strauser, Emit Strauser, Mabel Gertrude Strauser, William O. Strothmann, Fred... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
