Dixon delivers in UConn win Oct 18, 2009
Amherst 23, Colby 13 - Eric Bunker blocked a punt and returned it 4 yards for a TD to break a 7-7 tie, lifting the Lord Jeffs (4-0) over the host White Mules (1-3). Williams 37, Middlebury 27 - Donald McKillop threw for three touchdowns and ran for a fourth, but the visiting Ephs (3-1) were able to fight off the Panthers (1-3). (Boston Globe)
Path finders Oct 15, 2009
As railroads outpaced the tugboats and mules towing heavily laden barges, the canal fell into disuse and was eventually taken over by the state. Since then, transportation's loss has proved recreation's gain as the canal and its remaining structures were designated as nationally historic; in 1974, most of the canal and its narrow banks were made a state park. (NJ.com -- Times)
How did Jenny Lind settlement get its name? (3) Oct 12, 2009
As the local story goes, John Lind owned a store in the Calaveras County settlement and made deliveries with pack mules. The animals were trudging up a very steep hill one day when one of Lind's mules started to bray loudly. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
The Fearless Friday Forecast Oct 10, 2009
two mules fighting over a turnip is what we ll get both these proud programs WILL be back soon. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Clark County approves rule for owners of livestock in urban areas Oct 8, 2009
The rules would apply to anyone outside city limits but inside urban boundaries keeping rabbits, poultry, horses, mules, burros, dairy or beef animals, camelids (including llamas and alpacas), goats, sheep and swine. Animals weighing less than 500 pounds would be exempt if they are caged or kept indoors. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Battlefield commemoration Oct 6, 2009
"This should almost be an international monument on behalf of our people so that "the whole story would be known," he said. Andrews shared that after Chief Joseph was captured by soldiers when he had entered the Army lines seeking to talk of terms, they "put him where the mules were" with no blanket in the bitter cold and little food. By contrast, a lieutenant captured by the tribe was provided with ample food and blankets despite the tribe's desperate situation. After an emissary for the... (Havre Daily News, MT)
Decker, defense help UNH pound Towson Oct 4, 2009
Middlebury 45, Colby 0 - Donald McKillop finished 33 of 42 for 364 yards and three touchdowns as the Panthers (1-1) blasted the visiting White Mules (0-2). Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Hike was Grand Oct 4, 2009
Mules always have the right of way. In all, the climb down took us through 12 separate geologic layers going back 1. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Today marks centennial of 1909 Roslyn mine disaster Oct 4, 2009
In those days, he said, the mules that pulled the coal cars stayed in mule barns in the mines. On Oct. 7 rescuers discovered one dead mule and eight live ones. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Greyhounds pick up first win, Chargers beaten by Mules, Comfort falls to Blanco (4) Oct 4, 2009
Greyhounds pick up first win, Chargers beaten by Mules, Comfort falls to Blanco. Published: Friday, October 2, 2009 10:40 PM CDT Boerne High School picked up its first win of the year with a 38-14 victory over Vandegrift Friday night at BISD Stadium and stand at 1-5. (Boerne Star, TX)
Old-style wrangler with a modern twist Oct 3, 2009
" Pratt and her husband took over in 1980, arriving with an infant son and 2-year-old daughter. When the marriage failed a few years later, Pratt's husband moved out while she stayed on with the kids. "I'd stick 'em in a pack saddle on my horse - one on each side," she said. The children stayed with her full time each summer and lived with their dad when school was in session. Both moved away as adults but stay in regular contact through the Internet. Pratt mostly lives off the land, but she... (AZCentral -- News)
Prep Roundup (Oct. 2): Mountain View girls sweep Lassies Oct 2, 2009
Wirkkala solid for Mules ... Also for the Mules (4-2, 2-2 league), Halie Boyce dished 28 assists, Blaine Land pounded 12 kills and Rebecca Patching had three stuff blocks ... Pugh third for Mules. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Grand Canyon considers limits on mule trains Sep 30, 2009
By John Faherty, The Arizona Republic GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz For more than a century, mules have been carrying people into and out of the ... Yet the mules, while iconic and beloved, are brutal on the trails ... Now, mules are used only to carry supplies to help repair the damage caused in large part by other mules. (USA Today -- Tech)
Al Qaeda Bombers Learn from Drug Smugglers Sep 30, 2009
Drug mules do shove cocaine up there. Have been for quite some time. (CBS News)
Chesser Island Open House set Sep 26, 2009
See chickens, mules and other farm animals, and listen to blue-grass music, four-note singing, and storytelling. You may enjoy a special sunset boat tour into the beautiful and mysterious Okefenokee Swamp for an additional charge. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
It might take some getting used to, but ... Sep 24, 2009
The'd be driven from the GOP like rented mules. " Gene wrote on Sep 23, 2009 4:08 PM:" Do I feel my president cares about me. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Prep Roundup (Sept. 23): Toutle Lake volleyball sweeps Napavine Sep 24, 2009
Land, Wirkkala lead Mules ... Also for the Mules (3-2), Rebecca Patching and Amy Gawith had six and three blocks, respectively, Halie Boyce dished 20 assists and served 15 points including six aces, and Wirkkala and libero Ashley Helms were defensive standouts. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Festival Offers Glimpse Into Past Sep 23, 2009
In addition to the wagon, Hudson will be bringing two of the 17 mules he raises on his End of the Drive mule farm in Asheboro. A favorite demonstration team with many regular festival attendees is Donald Thomas and his border collies. (The Pilot Newspaper)
New interpretation shifts ‘stray animal’ liability Sep 20, 2009
But under the 1925 law sheep, goats and hogs had to be in one election and horses, cattle and mules were in another. That is how the ballot was worded. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Boyhood days on the farm Sep 19, 2009
It took about 50 mules to work that farm. Today mules have disappeared from the farming scene, replaced by all sorts of mechanized equipment ... I mentioned earlier the large farm that had approximately 50 mules. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Gridiron Grump: 'Bago for hire Sep 18, 2009
In the end, the Ducks have too much experience on the offensive side, and should outlast The Hammer s young and aggressive Mules. Blue Reign 24, Mule Train 19. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Man follows pioneer's route Sep 17, 2009
"Pray I never again pass six as trying days," the 25-year-old Morris wrote in his diary after breaking away from his wagon train on Sept. 11 with 23 worn-out mules and 11 horses ... with 10 teams of horses, 15 teams of mules, 15 wagons that each contained 2,200 pounds of rations and 63 Army soldiers ... According to his diary, he was denied the fresh mules he sought. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
MAAA softball teams open week 0-4 Sep 16, 2009
POPLAR BLUFF The Farmington Knightettes pounded out 12 hits, but could not make them count as much as the Poplar Bluff Lady Mules who utilized only seven hits to record a 10-5 win in softball on Monday. A six-run fourth inning by the Lady Mules did the Knightettes in and they could only muster one run in each of the last three frames in answer. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Two men stand outside the hotel in Port OConnor, with the pavillion in the background many years ago. (Photo courtesy of the Collection of the Calhoun County Museum) Sep 13, 2009
He had two mules and a wagon that he would load the oysters onto. Then he d take the oysters to Bloomington, put them on a train back to Biloxi, and make one dollar for every gallon he caught, Valigura said. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Trout on the trail Sep 13, 2009
Two of the pack mules were loaded up to carry two containers ... Sweeney wasted little timed getting the fish off the mules and into the cool, crystalline water of the lake. (Montana Standard, MT)
Football Roundup: Monarchs, Jacks earn impressive road wins Sep 12, 2009
Nicolazzi scores two TDs, Mules get defensive in win ... Joel Nicolazzi supplied much of the offensive punch for the Mules (1-1), rushing nine times for 92 yards and scoring on touchdown runs of 55 and 8 yards ... Brandon Fudge passed 30 yards to Jordan Fritsch to give the Mules a 7-0 halftime lead, and Bryce McClain made it 14-0 with 2:25 left in the third period with an 18-yard run. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Does Clemson D have something special for Tech? Sep 11, 2009
Like two mules wrestlin over a turnip, WHO CARES. Baba O'Riley. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mule Festival coming up Sep 11, 2009
A coggins test is required for all mules and horses entering the fairgrounds ... The following mule show is a series of timed events for mules only, such as musical tires, panty hose race, monkey in a tree, back to back race, mule jumps and more ... Stalls for mules may be rented on request. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Week 2 Preview: Monarchs, Rockets face tough early tests Sep 11, 2009
Corbett (NA) at Wahkiakum (0-1): The Mules entertain an Oregon foe in their home opener. Wahkiakum came very close to knocking off Naselle last week. (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Simple Life Sep 10, 2009
And the Kallmeyers' mules, Jane and Pat, also will be on hand for photo ops. Visitors are encouraged to come in costumes from the 1800s-1900s with prizes for first-, second- and third-places in adult and children's categories. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Mule-A Revered Symbol Sep 10, 2009
Mule breeders in Berger and Labadie supplied mules to the military during World Wars I and II. A decorated World War II officer from Washington, the late Charlie Saucier, was with a mountain artillery mule unit that fought in Italy. The mule hasn't completely faded from the agriculture scene in Franklin County, and in Missouri, but there are fewer of them today. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Why go away from what works? Sep 6, 2009
Also our guys looked like 300 pound mules and their feet stuck in mud. Again poor coaching lack of conditioning. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Gates: Now is No Time to Leave Afghanistan Sep 4, 2009
"Even peace may be purchased at too high a price. ? Benjamin Franklin Even President Obama recognizes Afghanistan is an important battle zone to eradicate Muslim extremists. When are YOU going to get on board ? by donnerwetter September 3, 2009 6:02 PM EDT You have to understand that American Big Business wants this war. It is very profitable for a few who can care less how many Amereican lifes are destroyed. High tech against mules. It will neveer be a good time to leave Afganistan and Iraq. We... (CBS News)
Looking Back Sep 3, 2009
A span of sorrel mules being shown by Mike Trier, of Keota, at the state fair, won first in hitched team ... Cornelius Gingerich sold a span of mules to Jake Ayers of Wellman last week. (Kalona News, IA)
Kidnap Suspect Linked to Prostitute Slays? Aug 29, 2009
Our society has become like mules with a set of blinders on. If it doesn't have a direct effect on us we all look the other way. (CBS News)
Gundy: Video helped recruiting Aug 29, 2009
You dawgs have the misfortune of having whipped us like rented mules in 2007. Misfortune. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Man, 89, Dies After Fall From Mule At Wild Animal Park Aug 28, 2009
10News' Steve Fiorina reported that the waiver was in place for the attraction due to unstable terrain, rider error, actions of the mules or other guests or vehicles. Sources told Fiorina that Carapia fell from the mule during the first moments of his ride. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Rachel Alexandra stepping up Aug 26, 2009
Sister mules Bar JF Hot Ticket and Bar JF Red Ticket continued their winning ways in consecutive races on Sunday's closing day of the Humboldt County Fair in Ferndale ... Her only loss came in her only start against older mules as she finished second to Sarah Nelson. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Southwest Montana Snapshots Aug 14, 2009
Horses and mules must be shod and in good condition because the first two days of travel is a climb, and the last day is mostly downhill. Certified hay cubes are required and will be available for 7 per 50-pound bag. (Montana Standard, MT)
How Charlie Fowler became a vaquero Aug 12, 2009
According to Cookes diary, the bulls attacked without provocation, injured men, damaged wagons and killed horses and mules ... He noticed that two 800-pound mules were brought into another pen that had been joined and gated into the larger corralon ... The mules were also fed sweet oats, taken out to work, and brought back into the corral for more food and clean water at the end of each day. (Nogales International, AZ)
Ways of wildlife smuggling Aug 7, 2009
Criminals have been caught smuggling animals such as beetles or snakes with proper CITES documentation, but using them as drug mules. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Camp with the kids Aug 4, 2009
Riding horses and mules. Outings can be booked at , Ariz. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Coaches should not be judged on national championships Aug 1, 2009
Great players and luck make good coaches GREAT coaches and you can t win the Ky Derby with a mule and some good coaches only have mules. Look at your team to see how many mules you have the decide where you will finish. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ethiopia: Ethiopia - Quest For a Lost Muslim City Jul 30, 2009
When Fauvelle-Aymar and Hirsch started searching for Gendebelo, they looked at obscure clues, such as a source that defined the city as 'the place where mules are to be unloaded and camels take over. With a day's walk equating to around 30km, and the place to swap mules for camels being at the edge of the highland escarpment and the Danakil Depression, the pair formed a picture of where their destination might be. (allAfrica.com)
ACCs new TV deal must close the gap with the SEC Jul 29, 2009
Empty seats everywhere to see two mules fighting over a turnip as Lewis would have said. What a joke even Saint Simons agrees with me on that. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
A little bit of everything at Gold Discovery Days Jul 26, 2009
There were plenty of antique cars, horse-drawn carriages and a horseman who maneuvered his string of five pack mules in circles as he rode. There were lots of Shriners on go-carts, mopeds and miniature four-wheelers. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Days of '76 parade gathers young volunteers Jul 24, 2009
The parade also features numerous teams of horses, oxen and mules driven by experienced teamsters who bear the expense and effort of bringing their animals to Deadwood for the two days of parades. If you go. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Like a deadly infectious virus, terrorism also evolves Jul 22, 2009
By copying the tactic of drug mules to evade customs at airports, this method could make existing security provisions at hotels, airports and other locations useless. The usual pat-down, metal detectors and even sniffer dogs may be defeated by this simple tactic. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Pentagon IDs Soldier Held by Taliban Jul 20, 2009
WASHINGTON, July 19, 2009. Idahoan, 23, Captured in Afghanistan, Was Revealed in Video Released by Insurgents. (CBS News)
E. Ore. man charged with animal neglect Jul 16, 2009
- An eastern Oregon man has been charged with 12 counts of second-degree animal neglect in the care of 30 horses and two mules. The Wheeler County district attorney filed the charges against 48-year-old Robert Ashbaugh of Mitchell. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Maintaining history Jul 15, 2009
The grass is green around the cabin, and beyond the fence the pack mules roll in the dirt, their big ears twitching and their tails swishing ... Butler names the mules, pointing out Ida and Special. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
JOHN CHAPPELL: Tradition: Robbins Gets Ready for Farmers Day Jul 15, 2009
Saturday morning, the Farmers Day parade starts at 11 o'clock -- 400 horses, mules and wagons ... Best team of little mules. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Marines, Mules, and the Middle East Jul 12, 2009
At a California military training facility, U.S. Marines are learning how to use donkeys and mules as partners in upcoming combat missions in Afghanistan ... Today, five donkeys and 24 mules are used in course training exercises for Marines, Army soldiers, Navy SEALs, and foreign troops ... U.S. Military use of Mules and Donkeys. (Suite101.com)
Animal-rights advocates hopeful Brewer OKs bills Jul 12, 2009
The bill would apply to horses, ponies, mules and donkeys. People who knowingly trip those animals for sport could be charged with a Class 1 misdemeanor, which is punishable by two days in jail and a $1,000 fine. (AZCentral -- News)
Donkeys help soldiers get hands-on training for Afghanistan Jul 12, 2009
Soon, the two might deploy to Afghanistan, where donkeys and mules have been the preferred mode of military transport for centuries - and remain so ... Five donkeys, 24 mules, and five sergeant-trainers are stationed at the center for the animal-packing course, which is given eight times a year to Marines, Army soldiers, Navy SEALs, and some foreign troops. (Boston Globe)
Can Dems win governor’s office? Yes. Will they? Well, that depends Jul 8, 2009
Heck, chances are pretty good that alot of GOP canadates have had a little run-in with mules or sheep or dogs or something like that, but we forgive pretty quick. Just look at this David Vitter. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Scam artists keep devising new ways to swindle Jul 6, 2009
The criminals have been known to commit identity theft on their mules, and the police take a dim view of hiding crooked money as well, according to , a free service that's endorsed by police. The mystery or secret shopper scam is still being e-mailed to "undisclosed recipients," meaning every e-mail address the crooks can buy from other scoundrels who collect them by the millions. (Longview Daily News, WA)
It's a dog's life in Calaveras County Jul 3, 2009
The majority of the animals are dogs and cats, although Animal Services is also responsible for the horses, mules, goats, birds, etc. that are homeless or need to be protected. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Forbes Field long gone, but fans mark its 100th birthday Jun 28, 2009
But the menagerie also includes the Four Horsemen and Seven Mules of Notre Dame, who tore up the place against Carnegie Tech in 1924. Then on a Wednesday night in 1933, in the depths of the Great Depression, the NFL franchise that became the Steelers played its first game and later got its first victory at Forbes Field. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
China executes drug mules Jun 26, 2009
Last Updated: 08:08am 26 Jun 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
Eyepopping Prints And Sexy Sailor Looks In Paris Jun 26, 2009
A crocheted hat resembled a turban, while tapered mules conjured up a sultan's slippers. The blue, red and purple squares, triangles and hexagons woven into a cotton fabric turned a generously cut summer jacket into a delicate mosaic. (CBS News -- World)
Hingham athlete to extend lacrosse career in Australia Jun 25, 2009
The only four-time All-American in the history of the Colby women s program, Sheridan helped power the Mules to back-to-back New England Small College Athletic Conference championships. Named to the first team by the Intercollegiate Women s Lacrosse Coaches Association and , she also repeated as the ECAC s New England Player of the Year. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Bisbee police reports Jun 24, 2009
12:19 a.m. The U.S. Border Patrol requested assistance in locating seven mules carrying drugs in the area of Rifle Range and Black Knob View believed to be heading to a house in the area of McNeish Ave. At 1:30 a.m., the traffickers were reported running south north of the airport. 1:56 p.m. Juveniles were reported shooting off firecrackers at the skate park on Arizona Street. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Family tradition preserved by buying mule at auction Jun 23, 2009
Baylor Webb bought a mule at the auction and became the fifth generation in his family to be involved in the sale of mules at the Callaway County Courthouse. Callaway County at one time was regarded as the state's leader in production of mules ... Auctioneer Jack Payne Harrison of Fulton has been auctioning mules at the Callaway County Courthouse for many years. (Fulton Sun, MO)
New entries win Mule Derby in Callaway Cup competition Jun 23, 2009
The mules move by gravity only from the release point ... One of the mules had a unicorn sprouting from its forehead. (Fulton Sun, MO)
