Debt-hit estate Nov 2, 2008
The money has been borrowed from a variety of lenders, including mail order catalogue firms, credit cards, banks and "door knockers" - door-to-door lenders who are active on the estate. Part of the reason why the debt figure has risen so sharply is that more people are struggling to pay loans they have secured on their homes. (BBC News -- UK)
Ghosts and ghouls to haunt Perth streets tonight Nov 1, 2008
If no treat is given the door knockers then unleash a trick which can involve throwing flour or eggs at a person or their house. However Perth mum Lisa Christian who now lives in Minnesota USA told thewest. (The West Australian)
Explainer: What Is "Walking Around Money," Anyway? Oct 24, 2008
The money can go toward perks like coffee and doughnuts for door knockers, gas for volunteers to chauffeur elderly voters, or pocket money for kids who distribute fliers and sample ballots on Election Day. Also known as "walking-around money" or "get-out-the-vote money," it's most common in poor areas of Philadelphia; Chicago; Newark, N.J.; Baltimore; Los Angeles; and other big cities. (Slate)
Penn. no slam-dunk for Dems Oct 14, 2008
The United Steelworkers is training door knockers to respond to racist comments. In June, Rich Trumka, AFL-CIO secretary-treasurer, recounted how a woman from his hometown of Nemacolin, in the state's southwestern corner, told him she wouldn't support Obama because he is black. (USA Today)
Impressive Ansley Park restoration Sep 11, 2008
Her collection of door knockers are hung on doors throughout the house. And her passion for chairs shows up in paintings, as well as a shadowbox of miniature seats in the kitchen. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Full slate of candidates piques interest in C.F. Sep 7, 2008
On Board 4 Education used its donations to prints door knockers and signs for the incumbents. Tuesday, voters will finally get the chance to show their support with their vote. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Abortion and Obama Missteps Give McCain Momentum Aug 24, 2008
McCain may have won over hundreds of door knockers and phone-bankers who before Saturday were planning on sitting this one out. Obama Running Mate: Talk of Obama's running mate has successfully distracted the media this week from his stumbles and misrepresentations of his past positions. (Human Events Online)
Dublin's fair city Aug 21, 2008
Add to it ornate door knockers, wrought iron boot scrapers and stylish fanlights, and it's installation art. I am intrigued enough to ask Marlene Burke of Failte (Tourism) Ireland about the unusual doors. (India Times)
Carolyn Lochhead: Obama plans offense Jun 27, 2008
He hopes to expand beyond the usual array of door knockers to tap neighbors, friends and family to persuade voters who may be wavering or have questions about issues or news events. How California volunteers fit in Georgia remains to be seen. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Times are tough, but Aussies keep giving May 30, 2008
Major Masters said there was an increased number of door knockers and volunteers for this year's Red Shield appeal, with between 45,000-48,000 people across the nation hitting the pavement. "It is just outstanding that people have that philanthropic attitude and that willingness to give up a little bit of their time to help their fellow Australians," Major Masters said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Stand by your man Mar 24, 2008
There he stood exposed to the world, pounding away with all the antique door knockers, and yelling, "G-d damnit, Blanche, let me in. You're making a fool outta me," while the papparazzi were clicking away with their cameras. Way to go, Blanche. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Painting Your House Mar 19, 2008
Remove everything you can that is affixed to the home, door knockers, light fixtures, mailboxes, address numbers, window planters, etc. Mask items you can't remove. (RealtyTimes)
New device at MWH gives the deaf access to sign language interpreters Feb 23, 2008
Others include the TTY or text telephone, the "pocket talker" and other amplification devices, flashing pagers in patient registration, "broken-ear" stickers for patient wristbands, and flashing door knockers for patient rooms. Jim Hall: 540/374-5433Email. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Purple reign Oct 26, 2007
Steering-wheel covers, T-shirts, bobble-head dolls, beach towels, belt buckles, door knockers, and a Colorado Rockies Coors Field Musical Water Globe full of floating confetti that plays ake Me out to the Ball Game. Welcome to the bandwagon. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
Obama's Viral Marketing Campaign Jul 10, 2007
Campaigns are hoping that the personal approach will yield donors who feel more personally connected to a candidate--and who can later be converted into door knockers and phone bankers. And while big donors often contribute up front the maximum $4,600 allowed under the law ($2,300 apiece for the primary and general elections), smaller contributors can be tapped again, creating an ongoing relationship. (Time.com)
Plus: The Foreclosure 'Rescue' Racket Jun 15, 2007
A number of firms recruit staff through real estate seminars or late-night TV infomercials to work either as "door knockers," who pay visits to distressed homeowners, or as "bird dogs," who serve as fake buyers ... The firm's Web site advertised seminars in which attendees paid $1,995 to become a "credit partner" in its "Real Estate Exchange & Profit System." In the pitch, REIA sought out individuals with good credit to be both door knockers and bird dogs in these transactions. (BusinessWeek)
Hopalong Cassidy's Palm Desert Home Auction June 2; Memorabilia Auction June 4 May 11, 2007
Other items include bolo ties, a vintage radio and exercise bike, bass violin, brass horse door knockers, a coffee cup with Hoppy's portrait, furniture and artwork from the estate home. "I'm very proud to be able to offer Hoppy's memorabilia to his many fans around the United States," Hernandez said. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bolts Have Some Tough Choices Ahead Apr 23, 2007
" Can next season really be about part answers and door knockers? This team needs bargains. "It's still a dynamic, exciting hockey team," Feaster said. "It's still a place where guys want to come to play, because of the style. " The guess is they'll probably look for a 20-goal scorer who scouts say can score 35 with Richards and maybe an experienced (past-his-prime) goalie for one season - one shot. Lightning economics are bound to change when Feaster talks with Davidson and CEO Tom Wilson. "We... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Mother of dead police officer new head of MADD Feb 17, 2007
A recent Toronto Star investigation, in which Bates was quoted, revealed that most of the millions MADD fundraises stays with the paid telemarketers, door knockers and direct mail companies hired by the charity to raise cash. While MADD insists that 83. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Risky business Jan 21, 2007
As sales companies recruit next year s crop of salesmen during the next few months, six local summer sales representatives are sharing the dirt on the industry that leaves some door knockers high and dry, while others come home to a life of luxury. Of the six twenty-somethings willing to talk about their experiences selling three of the most popular products (pest control, satellite dishes and security systems), three made more money than the average student makes in years. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
