The Fumbler: It's his way and Gateway (Today) Nov 20, 2009
Thomas Jefferson (11-0) vs. West Allegheny (9-2) at Chartiers Valley -- Much of the talk about West Allegheny has centered around running back Mike Caputo ... That gives Thomas Jefferson something else to worry about ... The Fumbler really wants to pick West Allegheny to win, but he picked Thomas Jefferson at the start of the playoffs. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
2009 WPIAL Football Semifinals: Series of runs Nov 20, 2009
West Mifflin lost in the title game to Thomas Jefferson, 20-0. Mike White's "High School Sports Edition" videos are featured exclusively on a members-only web site from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Game of the Week: West Allegheny vs. Thomas Jefferson Nov 20, 2009
Freshmen on Thomas Jefferson's football team were fifth-graders the last time the Jaguars lost to a WPIAL opponent. "When you think about it that way, it's like 'whoa,' " said Thomas Jefferson coach Bill Cherpak ... Thomas Jefferson (11-0), the top-seeded team in the Class AAA WPIAL playoffs and the Post-Gazette's top-ranked Class AAA team in the PIAA, will play fourth-seeded West Allegheny (9-2) tonight at Chartiers Valley Stadium in a WPIAL semifinal. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hampton's Bly steals spotlight Nov 19, 2009
West Allegheny vs. Thomas Jefferson. Bob Palko is not too sure what it would take to break through Thomas Jefferson's defensive line ... The No. 4-seeded Indians (9-2) will try to dethrone No. 1 seed and three-time defending champion Thomas Jefferson (11-0) in a semifinal at Chartiers Valley High School's stadium. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Liberals' Establishment of Religion Nov 19, 2009
Not for Ted Kennedy the cool rationalism of his partys founder, Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson had famously said if I had to go to Heaven in a political party, I would not go at all. (Townhall.com)
Lodi City Council's new prayer policy is a wise move; tolerance should be embraced by all in Lodi (4) Nov 19, 2009
They, however, did not rise to the level of establishing an official state-sponsored religion, which in my view is the basic premise that Thomas Jefferson was alluding to in his 1802 letter to the Danbury Baptists. Jefferson's 1802 letter is generally considered by scholars to be where the phrase "separation of church and state" is derived. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
No God doesn't mean no beliefs Nov 19, 2009
In his book, Epstein explores the 1800 presidential election, in which incumbent John Adams attacked the humanism of candidate Thomas Jefferson. One of Adams' campaign ads asked voters if they would "continue in allegiance to God - and a religious president; or impiously declare for Jefferson - and no god!!!". (Juneau Empire)
CMS Lady Pintos end season with match wins against Versailles Nov 19, 2009
The Lady Pintos played Thomas Jefferson in their last match of the tournament, which California lost, 23-25, 25-23 and 7-15, to finish in fourth place. "The first two games were close, with the score flip-flopping from 25-23 each time," Brown said. (California Democrat, MO)
Madison, Grimes counties hold Tea Party Nov 19, 2009
He spoke on the necessity of guns to maintaining our freedoms, concluding with a quote from Thomas Jefferson in 1776 on the Second Amendment. No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms. (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
PG South/West: West Allegheny faces a major challenge in its semifinal foe -- Thomas Jefferson Nov 19, 2009
Matt Freed/Post-Gazette West Allegheny High School quarterback Jared Buck could be the difference in the game against Thomas Jefferson. It would not be a stretch to call tomorrow night's Thomas Jefferson-West Allegheny WPIAL Class AAA semifinal matchup a golden contest ... First, Thomas Jefferson's Bill Cherpak and West Allegheny's Bob Palko are two of the most respected head coaches in not only the WPIAL but the state. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Franklin skaters have solid 3-1 start Nov 19, 2009
The Panthers lost in the 2007 semifinals to Thomas Jefferson, the following year they got to the final before losing to Greater Latrobe and the two-time reigning state champion Wildcats ended Franklin Regional's season again last year in the semifinals. The Panthers' veterans are playoff-tested, and they want to finish their careers with a Penguins Cup and a shot to play for a state championship. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North/West: Hopewell wary of giant-killer Hampton Nov 19, 2009
Or will Hopewell continue its unbeaten season and get a chance to possibly face three-time defending champion Thomas Jefferson at Heinz Field ... The Vikings are seeded No. 2 behind Thomas Jefferson, while the Talbots are the No. 14 seed in the playoff field ... " Bly is joined in the backfield by fullback Steve Magister, who has rushed for 339 yards and two touchdowns on 58 carries. The game What: Hampton (7-4) vs. Hopewell (11-0). When: 7:30 p.m. tomorrow. Where: Montour High School's Thomas... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: Area teams flip out in 'quarters' Nov 19, 2009
Thomas Jefferson has won 48 consecutive WPIAL football games ... A team of 10 year olds representing Thomas Jefferson won the South Suburban Youth Football League's Super Bowl on Sunday ... The team has lost just three games in the past three years and is coached by Thomas Jefferson High School defensive line coach Jim Nassida. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Fines for too-tall grass could rise to $1,000 a day in Florida town... Nov 18, 2009
Thomas Jefferson I've got an idea, Let's give all our money to the government and let the politicians decide how much we need to live. Chris Trickle down politics. (The Drudge Report)
Like a Blind Man in the Watch Tower Nov 18, 2009
Can you imagine what George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, or Patrick Henry would have said to this judge. I can hear Washington recounting the stories of the many men he held in his arms as they bled to death so that Americans could be free to pray to Jesus Christ. (Townhall.com)
Obama would condemn our children to debt Nov 18, 2009
In 1789, Thomas Jefferson wrote to James Madison, "The earth belongs to the living; the dead have neither power nor right over it.". Jefferson believed that no generation has the right to obligate the one that follows. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
LETTER: Country is 'progressing' to a political monopoly Nov 18, 2009
Traveling Circus wrote on Nov 17, 2009 12:14 AM:" Jon, it IS the right-wing nut jobs that keep referring to our President as "the Messiah". You justify it because it's what you think we think? Wow, the audacity of hope...oh wait, I mean of ignorance. You have no idea what I think - and honestly, Obama is no more my savior than the tooth fairy. I believe in his honor, his courage, his determination, his intellect and his wisdom to pull this country out of the slop that Bush left behind (they... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Fewer Readers, Better Books Nov 18, 2009
Thomas Jefferson laid great stress on literacy as an indispensable asset to good citizenship and sound patriotism. He was all for having everybody become literate, and those who have examined his own library (it is preserved intact in the Library of Congress) may easily see why. (The American Conservative)
"How Ceremonious You Are!" Nov 18, 2009
Thomas Jefferson, for example, liked to shake hands instead of bowing. Traditional signs of deference took a further hit during Andrew Jackson's presidency (1829-37), when many American self-consciously rejected the trappings of hierarchy and the Old World. (Slate)
Sarah Palin = Dan Quayle Nov 18, 2009
Before the passage of the 12th Amendment in 1804, a different system had helped Vice Presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson become president, but the fate of understudies since then has been bleak. Only Martin Van Buren went from the No. 2 slot to winning election as president, and until Theodore Roosevelt broke the mold, even vice presidents who inherited the top office and logged time as chief executive didn't get their parties' nomination. (Slate)
Inhibition of GRK2 Is Protective Against Acute Cardiac Stress Injuries Nov 18, 2009
17, 2009) Inhibition of a protein known to contribute to heart failure also appears to be protective of the heart in more acute cardiac stress injury, namely ischemia reperfusion, according to two studies conducted at the Center for Translational Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University ... In the second study, Dr. Koch, who is also the W.W. Smith Professor of Medicine at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, and his team looked at mice that had a heart-specific deletion of... (Science Daily)
(Vetted) Question Time: Obama's Chinese Town Hall Nov 17, 2009
In an address before taking questions, Obama mentioned the long struggle in the U.S. for equal rights among its citizens, invoking Martin Luther King and Thomas Jefferson to suggest parallels for increased individual rights in China. "We do not seek to impose any system of government on any other nation, but we also don't believe that the principles that we stand for are unique to our nation," Obama said. (Time.com)
Today's mailbag Nov 17, 2009
In 1781, Thomas Jefferson wrote: "It does me no injury for my neighbor to say that there are twenty gods, or no god. It neither picks my pocket, nor breaks my legs.". For those among us who describe themselves as "Christians," I welcome your devotion to your faith, but please do not foist your beliefs and tenets on those who don't believe as you do. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Couric With VP Candidates Palin and Biden Nov 17, 2009
Katie Couric: Thomas Jefferson wrote about the First Amendment, building a wall of separation between church and state ... And Thomas Jefferson also said never underestimate the wisdom of the people ... And Thomas Jefferson wanted to protect that. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Football playoff teams hit road Nov 17, 2009
Edmund Burke, Brentwood, Thomas Jefferson and Briarwood all won in the quarterfinals last week ... Briarwood plays at defending champion Terrell, which defeated Thomas Jefferson 61-26 in the final a season ago. (The Augusta Chronicle)
U.S. Mint to unveil nickel commemorating Lewis & Clark Nov 16, 2009
That familiar edition depicts Thomas Jefferson on its front, with an image of his Monticello estate on the back. Like their predecessor, the new nickels will honor the nation's third president. (Yahoo News -- U.S. Currency & Coins)
Iraqi VP Threatens to Veto Election Law Nov 16, 2009
"When the people fear their government there is tyranny; when the government fears the people, there is liberty. Thomas Jefferson". Amendment 28. (CBS News)
Why penalize 85 percent to help 15 percent? Nov 16, 2009
It seems like there s never a shortage of entertainment in Klamath Falls. Ross Ragland events, Linkville plays, the museums, and the skate park just to name a few. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Obama: No "Political Theater" Over Hasan Nov 15, 2009
"Thomas Jefferson, First Inaugural Address, March 4, 1801A Future of the Brave by special-agent-utah November 15, 2009 12:36 AM EST Hahahahahalololololololololol Special agent utah you destroyed the poor delusional lawyer dude ...Good night sleep tight and never pick a shazmi fight . by Lawyers-Guns-n-Money-01 November 15, 2009 12:43 AM EST LOL indeed. Back to your self aggrandizing delusions I see.You couldn't destroy a 5th grader -- from special ed- class no less. by Lawyers-Guns-n-Money-01... (CBS News)
Two key health care ???s Nov 15, 2009
Opinion : Two key health care. Last Updated on Saturday, Nov 14, 2009 - 11:26:02 pm CST. (New Iberia, LA)
Board is working hard for residents Nov 14, 2009
I'm sure Thomas Jefferson and John Adams would be pleased. My request is for the entire board to work together and for some to stop fighting every decision if it doesn't go their way. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
WPIAL Class AAA Roundup: RB gets 3 TDs in 31-7 victory Nov 14, 2009
The fourth-seeded Indians (9-2) will face top-seed Thomas Jefferson in the semifinals next week at a site to be determined ... OTHER GAMES Thomas Jefferson 27 Franklin Regional 14 ... Thomas Jefferson has won three consecutive WPIAL titles. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
For the vets: Area schools celebrate Veterans Day Nov 14, 2009
ACLU wrote on Nov 13, 2009 11:28 AM:" Mrs. Varnado should no better than to speak out in such a manner about the 1st amendment. The amendment was designed to protect everyone from being forced to worship in a state run church or even worse no church. The ACLU is a great American watch dog that fights for the rights and freedoms of every American. I can assure you that if a law was passed banning religion from our country that the ACLU would fight to keep religion in our country. Everyone should... (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Football playoffs: District 10, state scores Nov 14, 2009
DISTRICT 10 PLAYOFFS Advertisement Class A quarterfinals Mercer 28, Mercyhurst Prep 0 Linesville 48, Union City 7 Farrell 53, Eisenhower 0 Sharpsville 27, Cambridge Springs 14 Class AA semifinals Cathedral Prep 56, Corry 7 Grove City 19, Strong Vincent 13 STATE SCORES Abraham Lincoln 41, Fels 8 Allentown Central Catholic 42, Southern Lehigh 7 Archbishop Ryan 17, Central Bucks West 0 Boyertown 62, Great Valley 26 Frankford 27, Philadelphia Central 6 Harriton 34, Springfield Twp 13 Octorara 35,... (Erie Times-News, PA)
U.S. to Seek Death Penalty in 9/11 Cases Nov 14, 2009
"If our house be on fire, without inquiring whether it was fired from within or without, we must try to extinguish it." Thomas Jefferson, letter to James Lewis, Jr., May 9, 1798. by searingtruth November 13, 2009 6:33 PM EST. (CBS News -- 48 Hours)
Signs say nation at risk Nov 14, 2009
Published: Thursday, November 12, 2009 1:50 AM CST Thomas Jefferson warned that the destruction of American government would come about by consolidation (centralization) first, and then corruption, its necessary consequence ... " confusion wrote on Nov 13, 2009 9:37 AM:" I would like to point out that were not living in thomas jefferson's America, and we never have ... I would like to point out that we are not living in thomas jefferson's America, because progressive Marxists are tearing it. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Girls' Volleyball All-Star Teams Nov 13, 2009
Melissa Hess, Thomas Jefferson ... Kayla Horan, Thomas Jefferson ... Natalie Meyer, Thomas Jefferson. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
A lost message and a lost opportunity Nov 13, 2009
Thomas Jefferson told us, "Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and oppression of body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of day.". I was proud to stand there and remember the fall of that terrible wall. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Softball Signs Five Players Nov 13, 2009
(Thomas Jefferson High School) ... Hannah Kiyohara Position: INF/OF Bats/Throws: R/R Hometown/HS: Auburn, Washington/Thomas Jefferson High School Travel Team: Washington Sidewinders Gold ... Kiyohara, an infield/outfielder from Auburn, Washington, played for Thomas Jefferson High School. (Uoflsports.com)
Does God Exist...Prove it! Nov 13, 2009
Acadiana Atheist wrote on Oct 27, 2009 8:36 AM:" Pat.....#1...NEWSFLASH we are a mammalion primate. If you were to stop shaving your beard and stop cutting your hair for 2 or 3 years you would see yourself for what you are. A big monkey! Now, I don't want this to topic to get side tracked on evolution. So, lets stay focused. #2, George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were both Deist. Washington would not take communion and Jefferson re-wrote the New Testamant and took out all of the divinity of... (New Iberia, LA)
A Brief History of the Right to Self-Defense Nov 13, 2009
Thomas Jefferson said, "The God who gave us life, gave us freedom to defend life." Being armed was more than a right. It was a moral obligation of citizenship. (Human Events Online)
The Fumbler: Questions, questions, questions Nov 13, 2009
Thomas Jefferson (10-0) vs. Franklin Regional (8-2) at Elizabeth Forward -- Do not be surprised if Franklin Regional keeps this one fairly close ... Winner: Thomas Jefferson. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East/South: Franklin Regional's challenge: End TJ's impressive streak Nov 12, 2009
It's 47 and counting for the Thomas Jefferson High School football team ... "I'm realistic," Thomas Jefferson coach Bill Cherpak said ... Thomas Jefferson takes its impressive streak into tomorrow's WPIAL Class AAA quarterfinal playoff game against Franklin Regional. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: South teams take a hit in playoffs Nov 12, 2009
Just two teams total in Class AAAA and Class AAA come from the south suburbs -- Bethel Park (AAAA) and Thomas Jefferson (AAA) ... Bethel Park is the No. 2 seed in the Class AAAA playoffs, and Thomas Jefferson is the No. 1 seed in Class AAA.. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: Despite inexperience, Seneca Valley perseveres to edge Peters Township for WPIAL girls soccer title Nov 12, 2009
In the playoffs Seneca Valley shut out Thomas Jefferson, 5-0, in the first round and Southmoreland, 2-0, in the quarterfinals. It rallied from a 1-0 deficit to upend Canon-McMillan, 2-1, in the semifinals to set up a rematch against Peters Township, who had eliminated the Raiders in the WPIAL quarterfinals last season. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
HS Football Postseason Breakdown: Class AAA Nov 12, 2009
Manheim Central over Thomas Jefferson By the time this game rolls around, the Jaguars (10-0) will be riding a 29-game winning streak. T.J. will also have beaten the last 45 opponents from Pennsylvania it has faced the last loss was a 28-7 setback to General McLane in the 2006 state semifinals. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
WPIAL CLASS AAA Football: Hampton on history-making streak Nov 12, 2009
Thomas Jefferson has a 48-game winning streak against WPIAL teams, and the previous time Thomas Jefferson lost a WPIAL game was to Franklin Regional in the 2005 WPIAL title game. Guess who plays Thomas Jefferson (10-0) in the AAA quarterfinals tonight ... The 2005 Franklin Regional team relied heavily on the run to beat Thomas Jefferson, but this Franklin Regional team will throw a balanced offense at Thomas Jefferson. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
OUR VIEW: Voters have few choices in 2010 elections Nov 12, 2009
devilishangel61401 wrote on Nov 10, 2009 11:10 PM:" One thing I can never wrap my brain around is why do Republicans and Democrats, Conservtives and Liberals always butt heads like to male rams fighthing over territory rather than work toghter for the good of All of the American People?Usually both sides want the same things they just seem to disagree about how to get those things accomplished. Not only does this waste taxpayer dollars while the opposing sides battle it out, but it gets us no... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Founding Traitor Nov 12, 2009
Alan Pell Crawford is the author, most recently, of Twilight at Monticello: The Final Years of Thomas Jefferson. The American Conservative welcomes letters to the editor. (The American Conservative)
Stokes, Wegener to run in 2011: Pair to challenge for Logan seats held by Monson, Swenson, Olsen Nov 12, 2009
" www wrote on Nov 11, 2009 7:07 PM:" "In a letter to Edmund Pendleton, James Madison, the father of the Constitution, said, 'If Congress can do whatever in their discretion can be done by money, and will promote the General Welfare, the Government is no longer a limited one, possessing enumerated powers, but an indefinite one ...' Madison also said, 'With respect to the two words 'general welfare,' I have always regarded them as qualified by the detail of powers connected with them. To take... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Franklinton native earns tech award Nov 12, 2009
He is the son of the late Thomas Jefferson Butler, who was a county agent, and Johnnie Mae Butler, a retired elementary school teacher who resides in Franklinton. My father was a county agent, so I grew up with the (Washington Parish) fair, Butler said. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
HS Football: District 6 might be a busy place to be Nov 12, 2009
Last year, the first for 3-AAA to be in the west, Thomas Jefferson and West York met in Altoona ... Last year, the likely sites if Strong Vincent had beaten Thomas Jefferson were Mansell Stadium in DuBois or Varischetti Stadium in Brockway. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Newdale, Teton and Sugar City candidates answer Q Nov 10, 2009
I agree with Thomas Jefferson that the people will always make the best decision when all the facts are known. As a city councilman I would listen to the people on the issue and not circumvent their will. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Ayn Shrugged Nov 10, 2009
I have a small picture of the lady on my desk in the European Parliament, next to a signed photograph of Margaret Thatcher, a bust of Thomas Jefferson, and a silver medal from the Ludwig von Mises Institute. The most pleasing compliment paid to me as a politician was when some conservative students started selling a T-shirt with the slogan Who is Dan Han. (The American Conservative)
Jury acquits Jefferson City man accused of trying to molest guest at daughter's sleepover Nov 10, 2009
"Would you have told that to John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and George Washington? I mean British law said they couldn't do what they did. ". online_editor wrote on Nov 8, 2009 7:56 PM:" Byron: Nope. There are civilized, legal ways to let out frustrations. Doing otherwise is generally considered criminal and lack of being able to express one's criminal intent in this forum wouldn't make a good defense. The purpose of the forum is issue-oriented discussion without suggesting illegal acts. Hope that... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
The silencing of the clergy Nov 10, 2009
The truth is the church is free, placed off limits to the government by the First Amendment to the Constitution; this is the wall of separation Thomas Jefferson said had been erected between church and state. Every clergyman needs to climb upon this wall and use their freedom of speech to warn their congregations of the encroaching evils. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Foundation offers special price for Mark Twain book Nov 10, 2009
The Keokuk Public Library Foundation is offering a special price on the book, The Adventures of Thomas Jefferson Snodgrass, by Mark Twain during the holiday season. The books are being sold for $49. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Post-Gazette Football Rankings Nov 9, 2009
WPIAL AND CITY LEAGUE. Greensburg Central Catholic. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Andy Declares War on War Nov 9, 2009
Andy Rooney Observes Veterans Day And Declares War On War. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man). (CBS News)
The Skeleton: Size Matters; New Role For Master Patterning Genes In Defining Number Of Vertebrae In Spine Nov 8, 2009
7, 2009) Vertebrates have in common a skeleton made of segments, the vertebrae. During development of the embryo, each segment is added in a time dependent manner, from the head-end to the tail-end: the first segments to be added become the vertebrae of the neck, later segments become the vertebrae with ribs and the last ones the vertebra located in the tail (in the case of a mouse, for example). (Science Daily)
Pennsylvania: Unexpected start in playoffs Nov 8, 2009
No. 1 Thomas Jefferson 51, No. 16 Laurel Highlands 7. No. 8 Franklin Regional 35, No. 9 Montour 20. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
PET imaging response a prognostic factor after thoracic radiation therapy for lung cancer Nov 7, 2009
(PHILADELPHIA) A rapid decline in metabolic activity on a PET scan after radiation therapy for non-small cell lung cancer is correlated with good local tumor control, according to a study presented by researchers at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital at the 51st ASTRO Annual Meeting ... "PET scanning is an emerging tool of molecular imaging in lung cancer, in contrast to CT scans and MRI scans which are anatomic imaging," said Maria Werner-Wasik, associate professor of Radiation Oncology at... (EurekAlert!)
Jefferson rallies for its 10th win Nov 7, 2009
Thomas Jefferson 7 26 14 7 -- 54 ... Thomas Jefferson: Austin Dressell 18-128, Taylor Barentine 14-128, Nick Whitmer 13-100, Michael Bridges 10-64, David Lynard 5-10, Chase Walden 2-3, Will Johnson 1-2, Seth Evans 1- (-7) ... PASSING--Thomas Jefferson: Chase Walden 5-11-89, Michael Bridges 0-1. (The Augusta Chronicle)
U.S. Mint to unveil nickel commemorating Lewis & Clark Nov 7, 2009
That familiar edition depicts Thomas Jefferson on its front, with an image of his Monticello estate on the back. Like their predecessor, the new nickels will honor the nation's third president. (Yahoo News -- U.S. Currency & Coins)
Cool college towns Nov 7, 2009
When the music's over, be sure to get a good look at the Thomas Jefferson -- planned campus and explore a Blue Ridge Mountain trail. Local taste: Matthews, who was born in Johannesburg, might enjoy the "boerie burgers" at the Shebeen, a South African restaurant. (CNN -- Travel)
