Investors buy out New England Confectionery Co., or Necco Dec 29, 2007
The five-cent-size Clark Bar was sent overseas to American troops during World War I. In the 1930s, Admiral Richard Byrd took more than two tons of Necco wafers to the South Pole, according to a company history. In 1942, the company turned over part of its plant for war manufacturing. (Boston Globe)
Police briefs Dec 6, 2007
Galvan credited detectives Richard Tacadena and Richard Byrd with developing information leading to the identities of the alleged killers. A motive for the slaying, the city's 50th homicide this year, has not been made public. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Men's Basketball Falls to Dominican, 73-65 Nov 19, 2007
Dominican jumped out to 14-4 lead early in the first half, but Adelphi fought back to tie the game at 21-21 with 4:23 remaining as Richard Byrd (Central Islip, NY) hit a jumper. Dominican then went on a 6-2 run to close the first half with a 33-29 lead. (Aupanthers.com)
Men's Basketball Wins Season Opener Over Nyack, 68-63 Nov 17, 2007
Richard Byrd (Central Islip, NY) contributed 10 points and five rebounds. The Panthers return to action on Saturday, November 17 when they take on host Dominican College at 8:00 pm. (Aupanthers.com)
Gunfire leaves 2 dead in Fresno Oct 29, 2007
For the southwest Fresno shooting, call detective Richard Byrd at (559) 621-2445. Or call anonymously at (559) 498-7867 for either shooting. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
October 1-15, 2007, Obituaries Oct 14, 2007
She was born May 6, 1918 in Rising Fawn to William Lowry and Gertrude Richard Byrd. She was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church of Perry. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Crews to test water near Tucson Convention Center Oct 11, 2007
The drinking water supply is 130 to 140 feet down, said Richard Byrd, a senior hydrologist in the city Environmental Services Department. Benzene is found in gasoline and is a known human carcinogen, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (FOX 11, AZ)
Fresno man ordered to trial in killing Sep 21, 2007
Testimony of the other two witnesses -- Fresno police detectives Richard Byrd and Richard Tacadena -- was brief. Byrd testified about Xiong's autopsy and Tacadena about finding the woman's body in the home's garage, covered in a blanket. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Reading the North Sep 17, 2007
The blurb: "In 1933 Antarctica was essentially unexplored when Richard Byrd launched his second expedition to chart the continent. Stuart Paine was a dog driver, radio operator and navigator on the 56-man expedition. His diaries -- edited by his daughter Merlyn of Kasilof -- represent the only published contemporary account written by a member of the expedition and reveal a behind-the-scenes look.". Excerpt: "Had to get up last night about 2 a.m. to chain up a loose dog. I was unconscious most... (Anchorage Daily News)
More of this story Sep 3, 2007
o question, Trojan head coach Richard Byrd said. e're (behind) 7-6 and then boom-boom, that's a 16-point turnaround. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
First game enlightens coach Aug 21, 2007
BYRD FLIES BACK: Veteran coach Richard Byrd is back as the new football coach at Southeast Halifax. Byrd was appointed coach on Aug. 4, five days after practice began. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Redskins want a state championship Aug 16, 2007
Paschal expects a lot more now that Richard Byrd has been named the coach for the Trojans. He s going to have them ready for us, Paschal said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
A lifetime of service: Don Krampe helps local veterans get what they deserve Jul 3, 2007
The two recalled as boys hearing the inspirational speeches given by Ruth and Rogers as well as Arctic explorer Admiral Richard Byrd, famed pilot Wiley Post and others at the Chicago Athletic Club. The brothers decided to try and put young people into contact with successful leaders of the day. (North County Times)
Mother sentenced in girl's death Jun 28, 2007
Afterward, District Attorney Elizabeth Egan praised Gularte's dedication to the case, as well as that of investigator Jody O'Neil and Fresno police detectives Michele Ochoa and Richard Byrd. Court records show that Sanchez has a history of using cocaine and methamphetamines and drank beer daily. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Thoughts on dealing with immigration, drugs Jun 16, 2007
Advertisement Last updated Friday, Jun 15, 2007 - 05:16:35 am MST Sierra Vista, Arizona. Published on Friday, June 15, 2007. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Today in History - May 9 May 10, 2007
In 1926, Americans Richard Byrd and Floyd Bennett became the first men to fly over the North Pole. In 1936, Italy annexed Ethiopia. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Evergreen: Four locals who embody the spirit of earth day year-round Apr 22, 2007
""It's going to permeate everything we do, and how we live our lives as individuals, from what we think when we turn a light switch on, to what we demand from our leaders. All we ate, we foraged or raised ourselves. (The Morning Star)
ALL-LONG ISLAND WINTER SPORTS ALL-STARS: BOYS BASKETBALL Apr 8, 2007
April 8, 2007 Player of the Year. Byrd, a three-year starter, won back-to-back Suffolk Class AA championships. (Newsday -- Sports)
Business Briefs Apr 6, 2007
Classes will be held April 16 and April 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Richard Byrd Library, 7250 Commerce St. in Springfield. To register for a class with award-winning speaker Carolyn Thompson, visit www. (The Burke Times, VA)
Boys Semifinal Preview: Copiague, Kings Park won't advance to finals Mar 17, 2007
Copiague -- Senior swingman Richard Byrd has been one of the most dangerous scorers this postseason. He can jam it down your throat or burn you from three-point range. (Newsday -- Sports)
L.I. boys teams chase championship dreams Mar 16, 2007
Along for the ride this time are swingman Richard Byrd, junior center Marcell Lattimore and sophomore guard Mervin Springer. Copiague (21-3) has won 21 of its last 22 games. (Newsday -- Sports)
Lawmakers seek tougher law for crops than government secrecy: An AP News Analysis Mar 12, 2007
Richard Byrd, R-Kirkwood, perhaps summarized their argument best. We may make a few editors of a few newspapers happy,'' Byrd said in 2004. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Curiosity led Bergs into Navy and law careers Mar 12, 2007
Richard Byrd in the Antarctic, for which Bergs received a Polar Exploration Medal. He later served on several submarines, including the Key West-based USS Sea Cat, which he commanded in 1961 to protect U.S. interests in the Caribbean. (Herald-Tribune)
Gibson drives Copiague to LI crown Mar 11, 2007
Copiague (21-3), winners of 21 of its last 22 games, did it with senior Richard Byrd on the bench most of the fourth quarter and done for good after fouling out with 2:16 left. The 5-10 Gibson misfired on a pair of three-pointers down the stretch, but made up for it at the foul line. (Newsday -- Sports)
Wyandanch silences critics with upset win Mar 6, 2007
" Wyandanch trailed for most of the game before tying the score at 61 on a three by Chris Barber with 4:47 left. Richard Byrd, who had 22 points, shot 6-for-22 and fouled out with 58 seconds left, scored on a three-point play to give Copiague (20-3) a 64-63 lead with four minutes left before Barber hit a three with 3:22 left to give Wyandanch the lead for good at 66-64. Wyandanch gave Copiague a chance by shooting 6-for-13 from the foul line in the final 1:37. Copiague had a chance to tie, but... (Newsday -- Sports)
Lofstedt fourth, Ulrey sixth at nationals Mar 4, 2007
He lost in the championship quarterfinals on Friday, but rebounded with three consolation wins before dropping a 3-2 decision to Richard Byrd of Embry-Riddle in the finals. He was 5-2 in the two days. (Mail Tribune, OR)
NAIA National Wrestling Tournament goes on as scheduled Mar 3, 2007
"Mark Dickman losing was a real setback. He's a national champ and was in good position to win again.''The collegians from St. Charles, Mo., with Dickinson (N.D.) State were tied for first, each with 32.5 points, going into the quarterfinals.Lindenwood's other national champ, Jake Dieffenbach, also motored into the quarterfinals late in the evening.Defending champion Dana was seventh with 22 points and Embry-Riddle (Ariz) was third with 29.5 points.The third returning national champ in the meet,... (Sioux City Journal)
• Ellendale Elementary School Honor Roll Mar 2, 2007
Principal's Honor Roll, Fifth Grade: Chloe Baker, Richard Byrd, Austin Clark, Katie Cox, Wesley Davis, Nicholas Dunavant, Ryan Fristensky, McKinsey Harmon, Radleigh Herschel, Michael Hostetler, Ashley Milligan, Shannia Mosby, Hayden Nunnally, Meghan O'Neill, Jacob Pennington, Michael Powers, Amber Shedd, Jessica Smith. Teacher's Honor roll, Fifth Grade: Austin Ainsworth, Joshua Ayers, Brandon Bowen, Andrew Buchanan, Tiana Carter, Holly Cox, Daniel Curl, Rachel Daniels, Rachel Ellis, Michael... (Bartlett Express, TN)
Gibson powers Copiague boys past Bay Shore in Suffolk AA semifinal Mar 1, 2007
"I couldn't be more proud of the kids. It's big for the entire community.'' Bay Shore (18-4) had played in the last three county title games. Despite 16 points apiece from senior guard Chris Obi and junior Booker Hucks, the Marauders couldn't keep up. After Gibson stroked his sixth three of the game (and 48th of the season) to make it a 47-40 with 6:24 left, Bay Shore fought back. The Marauders reeled off an 8-0 run. Senior Jordan Murphy (11 points) sank both ends of a one-and-one to put Bay... (Newsday -- Sports)
Around your town Feb 27, 2007
Richard Byrd, a longtime Bisbee photographer, will present a portfolio of portraits from the Beatles to Ansel Adams, plus many of the characters who have left their spirits in Bisbee. Carolyn Toronto will present The Children of India and share their stories. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Suspect identified in 4-year-old killing Feb 24, 2007
Recently, however, police detective Richard Byrd went back and interviewed some of the 40 or so witnesses and gathered information that led to an arrest warrant for Torres. "Individuals that had information to solve this had the information all along, but they feared coming forward," Dyer said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
The Admiral's quarters Feb 18, 2007
When he wasn't exploring the far reaches of the world, Richard Byrd called Beacon Hill's 9 Brimmer St. home. By Paul Sullivan, Globe Correspondent | February 18, 2007. (Boston Globe)
SOU takes runner-up honors at Regional Feb 18, 2007
Lofstedt had the chore of taking on the nation's No. 1 wrestler in Embry-Riddle's Richard Byrd in the 125-pound championship, but fared extremely well ... 125 Richard Byrd, ERAU, dec. Trevor Lofstedt, SOU, 5-4; 133 Colt Heger, MSUN, pinned Alex Valrela, MC, 6:52; 141 Bo Gregson, SFU, dec. Gordo Villaescusa, ERAU, 11-8; 149 Byron Kuylen, MSUN, dec. Jon Muri, UGF, 8-4; 157 Wayne French, UGF, dec. Hayden Harrison, ERAU, 5-4. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Questions abound as boys playoffs begin Feb 16, 2007
One year after wining the program's first Suffolk Class AA title, Copiague (16-2), with swingman Richard Byrd, still is the front-runner. But there's no shortage of challengers, from hot-shooting League I champ Lindenhurst (14-2) to surprising Bellport (14-3), which is 11-0 in League IV. Floyd (13-5), Longwood (11-7), Bay Shore (15-3), Whitman (14-3), Central Islip (11-7), East Islip (15-2) and Half Hollow Hills West (13-5) each has the potential to reel off a few wins. (Newsday -- Sports)
SOU to host NAIA Regionals on Saturday Feb 16, 2007
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Richard Byrd (125) and Joffre Lander (184) look to lead ERAU, who is ranked No. 4 nationally, to a Western Regional title. The University of Great Falls - Montana could be the upset to walk away with the regional trophy. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Just How Cold Is Cold? Feb 8, 2007
He went to Antarctica on six expeditions, twice with the legendary explorer Richard Byrd. He devised a formula to suggest how much time it takes for exposed skin to become frostbitten; meteorologists have included it in winter forecasts since the 1970s. (ABC News)
Brave blue world Feb 1, 2007
He was the US Antarctic explorer Richard Byrd. As NASA administrator Michael Griffin has argued, there are some interesting parallels to be drawn between the history of Antarctic exploration and the possible future for American spaceflight. (Nature News Service)
Byrd's determination taking him to next level Jan 30, 2007
January 30, 2007 Richard Byrd arrived a little later than his teammates to the Copiague gym Saturday after spending much of the morning taking the SAT.. It's a mind-numbing and stomach-churning event for any teenager. (Newsday -- Sports)
Boys Basketball: Ward Melville tops Patchogue-Medford in triple OT Jan 29, 2007
Copiague 64, West Babylon 56: Richard Byrd scored 22 points for Copiague (8-0). John Sullivan's 25 points led West Babylon (3-5). (Newsday -- Sports)
Copiague overcomes unbeaten East Islip Jan 27, 2007
With star teammate Richard Byrd on the bench with five fouls, his jersey literally in tatters, Copiague needed someone else to take over. Enter Gibson. (Newsday -- Sports)
Boys Preview: Copiague to knock East Islip from ranks of unbeaten Jan 26, 2007
Players To Watch: Copiague: Richard Byrd was a key figure in last season's Suffolk Class AA title run ... Richard Byrd has emerged as a consistent force and the offense may be Long Island's most potent -- among public schools. (Newsday -- Sports)
Boys Basketball: Southampton tops Center Moriches on late 3-pointer Jan 18, 2007
Copiague 80, Half Hollow Hills East 59: Richard Byrd had 19 of his 27 points in the third quarter as Copiague (5-0) took a 67-41 lead. Steve Rebholz, in his seventh season, earned his 100th win. (Newsday -- Sports)
Take a trip back in time Jan 11, 2007
Joe McCarthy, who held Senate communism hearings; Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie author; actor Humphrey Bogart and Antarctica explorer Richard Byrd. Hank Aaron was the National Baseball League s most valuable player. (Wilkes Barre Citizen's Voice, PA)
Local artist wins non-profit director award Jan 7, 2007
There are also workshops to plan in drawing, painting, textiles, sculpting, carving and digital arts technology taught by such artists as Robert Bryant, Dugo Nore, Charles Marlow and Richard Byrd. Watts-Clayton did not know she was nominated until she got the call inviting her to the dinner and awards ceremony. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
READ MORE > Dec 26, 2006
Sioux City Journal: Hurricane Harrison to blow into city as No. 1 in NAIA. December 26, 2006 ONLINE EDITION. (Sioux City Journal)
‘Heroes of the Sky: Adventures in Early Flight' opens at Midway Village Dec 22, 2006
The Wright Brothers, Henry Ford, Donald Douglas, Glenn Curtiss, Jimmy Doolittle, Bessie Coleman and Admiral Richard Byrd are just some of the adventurers featured in this exhibition. eroes of the Sky was made possible through NEH on the Road, a special initiative of the National Endowment for the Humanities. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Run for the border Dec 11, 2006
Homicide detective Richard Byrd said he doesn't know where Hernandez is, but the suspect's father lives somewhere in Mexico. Several other Fresno murder suspects, police say, followed the same route:Alejandro Sardenetas-Duarte, 31, wanted on charges that he shot and killed a man in a midday fight that spilled from a Chinatown restaurant in October. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Commissioning is shipshape Dec 7, 2006
The fourth ship, named for polar explorer Richard Byrd, is under construction and is set to be launched in May. Steve Liewer: (619) 498-6632. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
(Randy Martin)"> Nov 19, 2006
won his first three matches before dropping a close 5-2 decision to Richard Byrd of Embry-Riddle and finished second at 125 pounds while won four straight at 133 before losing in the title bout to unattached competitor Darrell Vasquez and also taking second ... 125 (UCD): major dec. Chris Hernandez (unat), 18-4; lost dec. Richard Byrd (ERU), 5-1; lost major dec. Nick Fanthorpe (ISU), 14-4 ... (UCD): major dec. Zack Bigboy (unat), 11-2; won fall Rick Bernal (RIO), 1:49; dec. John Espinoza (unat),... (Ucdavisaggies.com)
A warm remembrance of a chilling South Pole journey Nov 1, 2006
On Nov. 29, 1929, Richard Byrd of the United States became the first person to fly over the South Pole. On Oct. 31, 1956, Conrad Shinn, now of Pensacola, became the first person to land an airplane at the South Pole. (Pensacola News Journal)
A human bridge to a colorful past Oct 23, 2006
Long before television pulled celebrities into living rooms, he thrilled to aviator Charles Lindbergh getting cheered at a prizefight there and South Pole explorer Richard Byrd regaling an audience at nearby Broadway Temple. "Washington Heights was paradise for kids," he said as we neared his old neighborhood. (NorthJersey.com, NJ)
Program focuses on careers Oct 15, 2006
"Anything a deputy is asked to do, they could be asked to do," said Sgt. Richard Byrd, adviser to the post. Classroom meetings are twice a month, but that doesn't include work details students participate in. (The Clarion-Ledger)
DONAHUE: From Olean to the top, with a stop at the South Pole Oct 1, 2006
Ruth Hannes of Allegany stopped by the newsroom last week with just such a reason a letter written by her late brother, Arthur Hannes, on Jan. 17, 1947, while he was a CBS radio correspondent on one of Admiral Richard Byrd s expeditions to the South Pole. Art Hannes died in 1992 and he had been gone from the Olean area since about 1940, so it is no surprise that his is not a household name. (Olean Times Herald, NY)
People in business Sep 7, 2006
Richard Byrd has joined LSB as business development manager in the bank's community office. Byrd, a native of Hamlet, received a bachelor of arts in business administration from the University of at Charlotte. (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Sheriff reportedly said he regrets land deal Aug 3, 2006
Pazin said that because the former owner of the land, Richard Byrd, filed a lawsuit last week to get his land back and because of the attorney general's investigation he couldn't comment any further. The sheriff bought the land from Robert Byrd, along with a group of local investors and former District Attorney Gordon Spencer, in July 2004. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Rookie takes demo derby title Jul 7, 2006
Bubba Spivey took second place, followed by Harris Callicutt, William Freeman and Richard Byrd. West Booster Club President Gary Smith said, e're very pleased with the turnout and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Outdoorsman makes a killing selling multimillion-dollar condominiums Jun 10, 2006
Richard Byrd and African explorers Martin and Osa Johnson. He also helped organize Amelia Earhart's historic trans-Atlantic flight and ended up marrying her. (Herald-Tribune)
Market celebrates 100th year, again Jun 6, 2006
Richard Byrd, a photographer, said the market offers high-quality products you can t get anywhere else. It s a very personal store, he said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Robert Stone Jun 5, 2006
It was the last of the Antarctic expeditions mapped out by Admiral Richard Byrd, and it was known as Operation Deep Freeze III.. One day, we were steaming on the northern edge of the ice floes at the latitude where the seasonal oscillations of the Antarctic Convergence determine the weather. (New Yorker)
Historic South-View Marks 120 Years Apr 19, 2006
There is so much forgotten history here and our challenge is to find a way to open the gates of this cemetery for the larger community to come in and explore this legacy," Allison said. Richard Byrd, another member of the Foundation Board with generations of ancestors interred at historic South-View recounts, "Blacks had grown tired of the disrespect they were forced to endure in order to bury their family members and friends. They had to enter cemeteries through back gates, and even wade... (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
2 dead, 1 hurt in east-central Fresno shooting Thursday night Mar 18, 2006
Anyone with any information about the case is asked to call homicide detective Richard Byrd at (559) 621-2445, or Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP.. Check FresnoBee. (Fresno Bee)
N.C. GOP Request For Church Rosters Draws Complaints Feb 18, 2006
" Officials of the Republican National Committee maintained that the tactic did not violate federal tax laws that prohibit churches from endorsing or opposing candidates for office, and they never formally renounced it. Land said he thought the party had backed down. "I heard nothing further about it, so my assumption was that it stopped, at least at the national level," he said. On Friday, the Greensboro News & Record in North Carolina reported the state Republican Party was collecting church... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Innocent man released from jail after 52 days Jan 19, 2006
Stevens was arrested with Richard Byrd, 37, 3154 Lakeside Drive, No. 308; Derrick Byrd, 36, 115 Burns Drive; Robert Adams, 27, 2713 B Road; and Dennis Green, 24, 661 Elm Park, No. 28, on suspicion of committing second-degree assault with passion, menacing and first-degree burglary ... Stevens said he had been at home with his wife, Joyce Rivera, when Richard Byrd called their home and asked Rivera for a ride. (Grand Junction Daily Sentinel)
Aeronautics | Top Gun Jan 12, 2006
South Pole explorer Admiral Richard Byrd used the company's shortwave in 1933 to communicate from just off the Chilean coast to CBS Radio in New York City. The U.S. military loaded up on Collins' radios and tracking devices during World War II to hunt enemy submarines. (Forbes)
Vaughan: Live big, dare to fail Jan 2, 2006
Richard Byrd named for him in Antarctica rather than lying in a hospital bed in Anchorage ... Richard Byrd to Antarctica in 1928 ... Richard Byrd to Antarctica. (Anchorage Daily News)
