PHS students see CSI up close Dec 11, 2007
Byrne s students learn about fingerprinting, hair analysis, documents, soils, and drug and handwriting analysis, and she hopes they get to see some of those techniques while in Springfield. According to a spokesperson at the library, the class will meet with historians, conservators and researchers on how they authenticate Lincoln documents and historic artifacts. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Pair plead guilty to stealing $88G in disability checks for dead father Nov 29, 2007
Handwriting analysis done during the investigation linked the couple to the forged signatures of the elder Mr. Yesvetz on the disability checks. In court, the couple admitted to depositing and cashing the checks after forging the elder Mr. Yesvetz s signature. (Scranton Times, PA)
Graphologist shares her handwriting analysis secrets Nov 27, 2007
Her first book, "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Handwriting Analysis" was "the book I'd like to have had when I was studying," she admitted ... Sheila followed her mini-bio with some facts on handwriting analysis, telling us what the science can and cannot do ... Submitted By: Marion Green posted on 11/24/2007 @ 10:18:42 AM (Not Rated) Great idea to use handwriting analysis to help solve a mystery. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Teen arrested in Traip threat Nov 18, 2007
Handwriting analysis was part of that investigation, which led to a confrontation with the teen and ultimately a confession, said Strong. "We want to let them know that if you do the deed, you're going to pay the price," said the police chief. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
The MADD HATTERS' Brunch and Auction Oct 31, 2007
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Test for Mass. teachers lays new trap for cheaters: thumbprint Oct 10, 2007
The answer sheets are then returned to the Department of Education, where a retired State Police officer conducts a handwriting analysis. With fingerprints now added to the arsenal, she said, the department can determine with greater accuracy whether someone cheated. (Boston Globe)
Denver pastor charged with defrauding followers Aug 9, 2007
Prosecutors also claim that handwriting analysis indicates the beneficiary documents were likely all changed by the same person. Phillips could face as many as 81 years in prison and as much as $5 million in fines if convicted on all counts. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
State Files Theft, Forgery Counts Against Pastor Aug 8, 2007
Prosecutors also claim that handwriting analysis indicates the beneficiary documents were likely all changed by the same person. Suthers said Phillips has been asked to appear at a court hearing on Sept. 19 and there were no plans to arrest him. (CBS 4, CO)
Expert Says Spector Was Near Clarkson Jun 24, 2007
But prosecutors say the handwritten notation appears to be a forged alteration of the name "Ana," and they want it turned over to the sheriff's crime lab for handwriting analysis. They also sought to unseal all records from Gibson's 2000 trial in which she was convicted of three counts of pimping. (FOX News)
Post your Comments Some libraries piloting adult summer reading program Jun 24, 2007
The library's 4S Ranch branch, for example, will host a handwriting analysis session during which certified graphologist Paula Sassi will explain how the skill is used to help solve crimes. The Poway branch will sponsor weekly "Women of Mystery" book discussions, and the San Marcos branch has a "History's Mysteries" session planned. (North County Times)
Forensic expert: Spector a few feet from victim Jun 22, 2007
But prosecutors say the handwritten notation appears to be a forged alteration of the name Ana, and they want it turned over to the sheriffs crime lab for handwriting analysis. They 000005A8 also sought to unseal all records from Gibsons 2000 trial in which she was convicted of three counts of pimping. (MSNBC -- News)
Inland Community News Briefs: Boys & Girls Club pool now open Jun 22, 2007
FALLBROOK ---- To kick off the annual summer reading program at the Fallbrook Library for teens and adults, certified graphologist Paula Sassi will present a program titled "Cracking the Case Using Handwriting Analysis." She will demonstrate how the secrets involved in the strokes of handwriting have solved real and fictional mysteries. Sassi has a lengthy background in handwriting analysis, and has provided personnel reports, vocational analysis and personal consultation. (North County Times)
Von Einem faces court on child porn charges Jun 14, 2007
Von Einem's lawyer Sam Abbott said a handwriting analysis which is being done will prove his client did not write the stories. The case has been adjourned until late September. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Australia/Local)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: 'In the Park After Dark' family film series continues Jun 12, 2007
3 p.m. June 28: Handwriting Analysis with Graphologist Paula Sassi. 11 a.m. July 10: Manga Comic Art with Billy Martinez with reservations required. (North County Times)
Graphology in a Nutshell Jun 10, 2007
Art of Handwriting Analysis ... Graphology or handwriting analysis is a science that deals with analyzing a people s true character by reading beyond their words and sentences. (Suite101.com)
Dashed Dreams, Buoyed Hopes Jun 9, 2007
Handwriting analysis of the medical school memorial book turned up nothing. NASA satellite photos taken during late December of the site where the body was found weren't helpful. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Handwriting could tell employer lots about you Jun 2, 2007
Hopper says employers who use handwriting analysis prior to filling a vacancy can save themselves costly hiring mistakes ... Unlike standardized tests where the "right" answer can often be surmised by a perceptive applicant, the results of handwriting analysis "can't be manipulated," Hopper says ... Using handwriting analysis to match job seekers with their ideal job makes sense to Kathleen Dunn, president of HR Pros LLC in Phoenix. (AZCentral -- Business)
Library offers summer programs for kids Jun 1, 2007
June 14 -- Crime Scene Investigation: Rolla where children will participate in solving the crime of who stole the cookies through finger printing, foot prints, teeth impressions and a handwriting analysis. June 21 -- Ham it up at the Library where children will learn Morse code and how to operate and send messages with a Ham radio. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Firms offer handwriting analysis to employers May 18, 2007
"Employers hire people based on perceived skills, appearance and a resume, but these aren't the factors that will determine success on the job," says Mark Hopper, president of Phoenix-based Handwriting Research Corp. Hopper, who studied psychology before launching his firm in 1979, says that employers who use handwriting analysis prior to filling a vacancy can save themselves costly hiring mistakes ... Unlike standardized personality tests where the "right" answer can often be surmised by a... (AZCentral -- Business)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: 'Art Mania' planned at St. Patrick May 16, 2007
3 p.m. June 28: Handwriting analysis: Paula Sassi teaches what handwriting analysis reveals about people and their personalities. 11 a.m. July 10: Comic book art: Professional cartoonist Billy Martinez shows how to draw anime and manga. (North County Times)
Authorities Investigate HFL Threat May 16, 2007
A handwriting analysis was done to help find the person who wrote the threat. Honeoye Falls Lima Superintendent Michelle Kavanaugh says the district will prosecute the offender to the fullest extent of the law. (R News)
The write stuff May 13, 2007
Using sophisticated handwriting analysis software developed by his parents, Richard and Shari Vener, Written Inc. Vice President Ryan Vener helps companies screen out "bad apples." Ryan Vener says that handwriting analysis is an accurate way of pinpointing personality traits of prospective employees. View the video at www. (North County Times)
Detectives 'Making Progress' In TV Station Extortion Cases May 8, 2007
Toelke said the letters were taken to an expert in handwriting analysis for comparisons. After Channel 11 officials reported the first letter to the sheriff's office, deputies and Missouri Division of Family Services officials went to a home in Sleepy Hollow Trailer Court -- the address listed in the letter -- and spoke with a woman whose name was signed on the letter. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Threats at schools test crisis teams May 7, 2007
Police are awaiting the results of a handwriting analysis, Donovan said, and school officials are taking disciplinary actions against the students. In addition, video footage from a security camera is being reviewed by technology professionals from the school and police departments. (Boston Globe -- Local)
Carpenter trial will be delayed until August May 3, 2007
Carpenter's lawyers requested the delay so they could review handwriting analysis reports and wait for a ruling from the Supreme Court on whether Carpenter's former lawyer could be questioned. The state objected, saying it would withdraw its request to question the lawyer and forego testimony on the handwriting issue. (Concord Monitor)
Machinist charged in 'Bishop' bomb threats Apr 26, 2007
Iowa machinist charged with sending bomb threats Suspect signed the notes as 'The Bishop' Authorities say motive was to manipulate stock prices Handwriting analysis was key to cracking case, feds say Adjust font size. CHICAGO, Illinois (AP) -- An Iowa machinist was arrested Wednesday and charged with sending dud pipe bombs and threatening letters to investment companies in Denver and Kansas City in an effort to drive up stock prices. (CNN -- Law)
Handwriting expert profiles D-Backs Apr 20, 2007
"This," is handwriting analysis, and Hopper, a longtime Phoenix resident and the founder and president of the Handwriting Research Corp., is one of the giants in the cutting-edge science of graphology ... (For more on Hopper's handwriting analysis, visit his Web site at handwriting. (AZCentral -- Sports)
For Black, the writing is on the travel memo Apr 13, 2007
Sassi, 59, was one of several so-called graphologists, or handwriting analysis experts, who agreed to a request from the Toronto Star to examine a document submitted as evidence at Black's fraud trial ... Since many employees would bristle at being asked to take lie detector tests, handwriting analysis is a way for companies to suss out potential bad hires. (Toronto Star)
Detective denies theft of killer's passbook Apr 12, 2007
Mr Young said much of the prosecution case relied on the handwriting analysis, but the defence would argue that the expert witness was "mistaken". The trial continues today. (The Age)
In the Web era, no such thing as an invisible celebrity Apr 12, 2007
Yet Irving's publishers give him a lucrative book deal on the basis of his word, some sham telegrams and a dubious handwriting analysis. Like Conway's victims, they want to believe. (International Herald Tribune)
- The amazing world of Chet and Joe Okonkwo Apr 10, 2007
"The twins must have been 23 when I first encountered them in 1985: two young men bursting with enthusiasm for everything from jam doughnuts to philosophy, teenage parties to handwriting analysis. More than once, when young friends went to Oxford for interviews, they came back to their college room to find the twins waiting for them. Schoolchildren would bring their A-level results to the Bar. There were even a few Bar Christmases. "The Bar didn't usually operate on Christmas Day, but one year... (Guardian Unlimited)
Norfolk Judge Throws Out JonBenet Handwriting Lawsuit Mar 23, 2007
A Norfolk federal judge has denied a bid to stop further printing of a book containing handwriting analysis of the JonBenet Ramsey ransom note. The ruling clears the way for author and handwriting expert Michelle Dresbold to continue her promotion tour. (WTKR.com, VA)
Boy asked captor if he was going to shoot him Mar 8, 2007
Detectives seized two black pens and a black marker from the house and are working on a handwriting analysis of the notes. The papers, according to detectives, said a child was being held in exchange for money. (Herald-Tribune)
Authorities inspecting evidence in kidnapping Mar 5, 2007
BRADENTON -- Authorities are performing a handwriting analysis on the ransom note found at the home of kidnapping suspect Vicente "Nacho" Beltran-Moreno ... BRADENTON -- Authorities are performing a handwriting analysis on the ransom note found at the home of kidnapping suspect Vicente 'Nacho' Beltran-Moreno. (Herald-Tribune)
Around your town Mar 1, 2007
Readings are available with John Galleher, psychic astrologer and tarot reader, Mackenzie-palmistry and handwriting analysis; Angel Runninghawk, Native American shaman and transmedium; and Carol Sano, PsychiCowgirl. Mini-massage available all day. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Looking for Clues in a Juror's 'John Hancock' Feb 27, 2007
Marx's last three juries awarded a total of $31 million, and he said handwriting analysis helped him ... Handwriting analysis for jury selection has been used for decades, but the number of experts and attorneys who hire them has remained small ... However, a handwriting analysis showed the juror was a rebel who would stick to his principles, and Marx said keeping him in the jury pool turned out to be a good decision. (Law.com)
Confirm your MEA vote with a phone call Feb 25, 2007
If this is the security measure employed to ensure the integrity of the voting process, it should stand to reason that a handwriting analysis expert would be on hand to pass judgment on ballots. But reason and management motivation do not always appear to be constant companions at MEA.. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Murder trial set for April 23 Feb 23, 2007
Those statements include a letter of confession Serrano allegedly sent to Circuit Judge Robert Cates in 2005, which the Florida Department of Law Enforcement crime lab found to be written by the defendant after a handwriting analysis. The motions to suppress are set to be heard by Circuit Judge Stan Morris on March 8. (Williston Pioneer, FL)
Defendant Sentenced to More Than 27 Years for Threatening Federal Prosecutor and Anthrax Hoax Feb 3, 2007
Fingerprint and handwriting analysis showed that the envelope and letter had been authored and sent by Fuller. The 327 month sentence of imprisonment was imposed consecutively to a 77 month sentence which Fuller began serving in September 2006 for the offense of Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury which resulted from Fuller's stabbing of a fellow inmate at FCI-Pekin five times with a six inch ice pick. (PR Newswire)
Sheriff charges 7 teens with vandalism Feb 3, 2007
Handwriting analysis coupled with ingenuity helped Shelby County Sheriff's Detective Jason Rice solve the mystery of who vandalized the athletic center and Painted Stone Elementary. In all, seven local teen-age boys now face felony charges and some misdemeanor charges that include third-degree burglary, criminal mischief, and criminal trespassing. (Shelbyille Sentinel-News, KY)
Man charged with sending threatening letters Jan 23, 2007
Handwriting analysis concluded that all the letters had been written by the same person, Mr. Manieri said. The local letter prompted heightened security at East Windsor Regional schools for several weeks and the closure of the schools on Election Day because of the increase of foot traffic that day. (Hopewell Valley News, NJ)
Blood on the tracks Jan 20, 2007
The BTP has had a dedicated graffiti squad since the 1980s; it won't disclose the number of officers working solely on capturing writers, but teams will frequently work for months, using profiling, covert surveillance, even handwriting analysis, to track taggers or entire crews. London Underground spends 20m and 70,000 hours each year removing graffiti on the network. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
1/15-21: Barrett-Jackson Car Auction Jan 8, 2007
If you're tagging along and just aren't that interested in wheels, there's also a Lifestyle Pavilion, complete with handwriting analysis, cigar rolling, raffles, cooking demonstrations and wine tastings. . (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
'Sex, Lies and Handwriting' Dec 24, 2006
If this review were in my handwriting and not type -- and you had read Pittsburgher Michelle Dresbold's informative and entertaining book about handwriting analysis -- you'd know a lot more about me than I would likely otherwise reveal ... In the book, she discusses her work in some local cases, including one in which she told Pittsburgh detectives that printing with purple crayon on a greeting card found in Squirrel Hill and including a printed message deciphered as "please rescue me'' was that... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
454 attorney complaints logged Dec 4, 2006
But the Mississippi Bar dismissed the complaint after the lawyer produced a certified handwriting analysis showing it was Stapley's signature on the power-of-attorney document. The 2005-06 Complaint Statistical Report of the Mississippi Bar shows 454 complaints filed against lawyers, but only a small percentage resulted in formal action. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Second threatening note in three weeks causes Johnston City school to implement lockdown ... Woman killed in Rt. 37 crash ... Marion Main Street sponsoring decorating contest ... Starbucks opens in Marion Kroger store ... ';var marqueewidth="350px";var marqueeheight="20px";var marqueebgcolor="#FFFFFF";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Wednesday, November 29, 2006 Johnston City Police were present at the school all day Tuesday. Every person entering the school was searched. (TOM KANE PHOTO) Second threatening note in three weeks causes Johnston City school to implement lockdown Nov 30, 2006
Rude said handwriting analysis has been done on the notes by the Johnston City Police Department and there is no similarity between the notes. Lockdown will last only today (Tuesday), the principal said. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Weehawken's resident soothsayerPsychic broadcasts weekly radio show from Riva Pointe living room Nov 19, 2006
"One of the producers of the 'Regis' show, Jane Eubell, was at the party and I was fooling around, doing handwriting analysis and astrology," Keller said. "She was impressed with what I could do and asked if I could come on the show. Of course, I jumped at the chance.". (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Visiting scholar: Great Conversations a great idea Nov 16, 2006
Ralph Zackheim hosted a table on handwriting analysis. Deborah Butler, of Helena, sat at the handwriting table and said she found it interesting that your personality could be seen by your handwriting. (Helena Independent Record)
Evidence of plot to kill thousands Nov 7, 2006
There was fingerprint evidence, DNA, handwriting analysis and linguistic forensics linking Barot to computer data and other material found in the course of the investigation. The hearing continues. (Guardian Unlimited)
Threat case heads to superior court Nov 1, 2006
That investigation, she said, included fingerprint and handwriting analysis, in addition to comparisons of the content with three other threatening letters allegedly tied to Wallace and mailed to Portsmouth recipients. The return address on all of them was the Rockingham County House of Corrections, where Wallace is incarcerated on related charges, she told the court. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
More Accusations Against Reputed Mobster Sep 27, 2006
An FBI handwriting analysis compared the note to a letter - sprinkled with clumsy sexual innuendoes and smiley faces - written to a girlfriend by the married defendant. It concluded that Basciano was the author of both, the papers said. (Forbes -- Technology)
Ten things to know about non-credit courses Sep 10, 2006
Handwriting Analysis at Scottsdale Community College. Learn what handwriting says about a person. (AZCentral -- News)
Your writing is a letter about your soul Sep 1, 2006
Batchelder, 75, has written books about handwriting analysis ... Batchelder, a grandfather of five, will be at the AJC Decatur Book Festival this weekend, promoting his latest book, a 183-page tome titled "Personality Profiling in 90 Seconds." He'll offer free handwriting analysis. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Some say Karr links always looked flimsy Aug 30, 2006
Handwriting analysis "is more forensic art than forensic science," says John Krebsbach, a veteran evidence analyst who is administrator of New Mexico's DNA identification system in Albuquerque. "In about 90% of the cases, anyone can look at (two handwriting) samples and get the right answer.". (USA Today)
Around the Valley Aug 24, 2006
A program on Handwriting Analysis will be given by Polly Cady. For more information, call Rhonda at 249-3959 or Phyllis at 249-9443. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Beyond DNA, several items could determine case Aug 24, 2006
A handwriting analysis that finds similarities could help bring a conviction, Silverman says. "I'm not saying he should be convicted on the basis of handwriting analysis alone, but Lord knows I've used it to put people in prison as part of a case." ... Pozner dismisses handwriting analysis as "junk science, one step above a Ouija board.". (USA Today)
Bandon woman linked to mail fraud Aug 22, 2006
Investigators also are relying on handwriting analysis as a means to link the various aliases and fictitious Oregon companies to the woman. In June, agent Hammonds executed a search warrant on the Bandon property and noted evidence including plastic tubs filled with mailed envelopes and participation forms from victims. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Spring-Ford offers fun classes for adults Aug 18, 2006
Got a hankering to try handwriting analysis. Want to exercise your mind and body in a pilates power mat class, or test out new material in a stand-up comedy class. (Doylestown Central Bucks Life, PA)
May 1, 2001: Standing in her shoes Aug 17, 2006
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Researchers aim to link text messages and bad guys Aug 13, 2006
Think of it as handwriting analysis for the 21st century. The BBC that researchers are studying the text-messaging styles of various people in the hopes of applying their findings to crime-fighting. (InfoWorld)
Canyon Ranch spa a desert Eden Aug 8, 2006
We stuck to fitness and pampering, but a cornucopia of other services are available, from handwriting analysis and astrological readings to metabolism work-ups. A training staff will help design your exercise routine, doctors will help design a weight-loss program. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Ex-Big Dig safety official admits he sent memo Aug 4, 2006
"Modern Continental said in a statement Wednesday that the Keaveney memo appears to be a fabrication, and the company has submitted records to state investigators that it says raises questions about Keaveney's credibility and his account of events. Among the information turned over to investigators was a handwriting analysis that indicates that Keaveney ``probably" addressed the envelope. In the interview last night, Keaveney insisted his memo is genuine and said efforts by Modern Continental to... (Boston Globe)
* Eyes aren't the only windows to the soul Aug 3, 2006
A swell in the popularity of handwriting analysis, or graphology, in overseas European recruitment could see the trend catch on ... Handwriting analysis is often viewed with skepticism and companies appear to be afraid that this sentiment will discredit the professionalism of their company ... Compared with psychometric tests, and interviews, handwriting analysis is a great deal cheaper, and can be a cost-effective screening process to these more expensive methods. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Suspect in RCMP slayings surrenders Jul 19, 2006
Sgt. Jones said Tuesday that police would not comment on the contents of the letter, but that it was being authenticated through handwriting analysis and other tests. Any confirmation that the handwriting looks like Mr. Dagenais's is preliminary and by initial analysis, he added. (Globe and Mail)
CSI: Wasilla Jul 16, 2006
The student-detectives learned paper fiber comparison, handwriting analysis, toxicology analysis, tool markings and blood group analysis, among other things. On Wednesday, the students learned fingerprinting. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
