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The following premium intelligence on this company is available to ... - Zawya.com Posted: 18 Dec 2009 01:25 AM PST Comprehensive and detailed to show the company's activities more precisely Highlights primary activities of the company fivefilters.org featured article: Normalising the crime of the century by John Pilger. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction.
Typhoid Mary: America’s bogeywoman makes new dictionary of Irish ... - Belfast Telegraph Posted: 17 Dec 2009 03:59 PM PST Just what does it take to go down in history? Some people distinguish themselves in medicine, business and the arts. Others make their name in less edifying ways. A new dictionary of Irish biography includes around 2,000 Ulster people, some of whose stories will make the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end. While the massive nine-volume work includes all the usual suspects — CS Lewis, Harry Ferguson, Edward Carson — there are also some less likely entrants whose fame has spread beyond these shores for less noble reasons. TYPHOID MARY (1869-1938) Most people do not know this dreaded figure of American lore came from Cookstown, Co Tyrone. Mary Mallon emigrated to New York to work as a cook and spread the deadly disease of typhoid to 53 people as a healthy carrier. The authorities tried to detain her, but Mary went berserk and fought off a health inspector with a carving fork. She was detained but outwitted her captors, went on to cook again before being captured a second time. Much like the bogeyman in Ireland, generations of American children have been warned to behave or Typhoid Mary will come and get them. MARY BUTTERS (1770-1859) Bewitched bovines were the speciality of white witch Mary from Carrickfergus. In 18th century Ireland mischievous butterwitches were believed to cast spells on cows so that their milk could not be churned into butter. It was during a witchcraft session in Carnmoney in 1807 that members of the Montgomery family dropped dead, apparently suffocated by fumes from the dodgy brew Mary was preparing to cure a stricken animal. She was put on trial and claimed a 'black man' had clubbed the family to death. She was released, returned to witchcraft and even diversified into apprehending horse thieves. PATRICK MURPHY (1834-1862) — A giant man who died of smallpox, Patrick Murphy grew 8ft tall and was the most famous inhabitant of Killowen, Co Down, where he entertained his neighbours by lighting a pipe from gas lamps. He moved to Liverpool, where his great strength enabled him to earn double wages by doing the work of two men. Reluctant to exploit his height for monetary gain, he turned down an invitation to parade in Dublin. But eventually he gave in to the fascination for freak shows and toured Europe. He died of smallpox in Marseilles. JOSEF LOCKE (1917-1999) Dana and her successor Nadine Coyle were not the first warblers to put Londonderry on the musical map. Singer Josef McLaughlin changed his name to Josef Locke so it would fit on his concert posters — but he never forgot his Derry roots and sang in the accent of the city. He was once a policeman and known as the 'singing bobby'. As a full-time singer he enjoyed residencies in Blackpool and performed in panto in Liverpool to entranced audiences. Sadly, his sizeable income and luck on the racecourse entranced the taxman so he went to ground in the Republic of Ireland, reinventing himself as a farmer, publican and racehorse owner, and settled his tax affairs. He died in 1999, survived by his wife and six children from a total of four marriages. The nine-volume Dictionary of Irish Biography costs £650 if purchased before 31 January 2010. For ordering details see www.dib.ie. ... and here's a few omitted from the mighty tome Robert A McGladdery The last man to be hanged in Northern Ireland died in Crumlin Road Gaol in 1961 after being sentenced to death for the murder of Pearl Gamble. Julia McQuillan The 'black nun' of Ballycastle lived in Bonamargy Friary, Ballycastle, in the 17th century. She was shot through the eye with an arrow, died and was buried near the entrance of the church so that all comers would tread on her grave. Superstitions concerning the pious sister include that it's bad luck to stand on the 13th step of the Friary. Buster McShane The bodybuilder tragically died in a car crash six months after he coached Mary Peters to a gold medal in the Munich Olympicsin 1972. fivefilters.org featured article: Normalising the crime of the century by John Pilger. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction.
St. Rufus - Catholic Online Posted: 17 Dec 2009 11:59 PM PST	A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z Find Saint: Products | Books | Prayers | Saint of the Day Search Saints:
Author, photographer biographies go deep - Deseret News Posted: 12 Dec 2009 04:55 PM PST They were pioneers in their times — two women who are better known for their work than their names. One for her superb photographs that document the cultural history of America. The other for her books that celebrate ingenuity, family and friends. Their names: Dorothea Lange and Louisa May Alcott. Both women made an indelible mark on society and, in many cases, on our hearts. Two recently released biographies give the public an intimate view of these women's lives, making them great holiday gifts for fans and history buffs alike. "LOUISA MAY ALCOTT: The Woman Behind Little Women," by Harriet Reisen, Henry Holt and Co., 384 pages, $26 (nf) There's no doubt about it, Louisa May Alcott is famous for the family of girls she created in "Little Women." Who hasn't heard of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy? Published some 140 years ago, the tale is timeless. In fact, "Little Women" has been translated into more than 50 languages and adapted for stage, television, opera, ballet, film and beyond. In many ways Alcott is the central character of "Little Women." Like Jo, Alcott was absorbed in writing and devoted to her family. But Alcott wasn't content being tied down either, choosing an independent path instead. In "Louisa May Alcott: The Woman Behind Little Women," author and screenwriter Harriet Reisen has compiled stories and details gathered from Alcott's journals and letters, and recollections of her family, friends and contemporaries. Paired with Alcott's works, which are somewhat autobiographical, this new information gives readers a never-before-seen look at a literary icon. Alcott wrote more than 200 works, ranging from nonfiction and poetry to plays and adult novels. But she also spent time away from pen and paper working as a seamstress, domestic servant, Civil War nurse, abolitionist and suffragist. And Reisen takes readers through all these stages. Reisen has brought together an incredible amount of research in an accessible and heartwarming way. Her enthusiasm for the project is obvious as she captures Alcott's personality and determination with zest. This fascinating work is beautifully written and full of character. As a companion to her book, Reisen has also completed a documentary on Alcott. It's scheduled to premiere on PBS' American Masters on Dec. 28, and if it's anything like Reisen's book, it will definitely be worth watching. "DOROTHEA LANGE: A Life Beyond Limits," by Linda Gordon, W.W. Norton, 560 pages, $35 (nf) "Migrant Mother," an image of a young mother staring off into oblivion while sitting with three of her children, is one of a series of photographs shot in Nipomo, Calif., in 1936. fivefilters.org featured article: Normalising the crime of the century by John Pilger. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction.
City in need of technology reboot - Natchez Democrat Posted: 18 Dec 2009 01:32 AM PST By Cassandra Mickens (Contact) | The Natchez Democrat Published Friday, December 18, 2009 NATCHEZ — Type "City of Natchez" into any online search toolbar, and visitors will encounter a Web site featuring a blank calendar of events, inconsistent information on city departments and missing biographies for two of the six aldermen. Mayor Jake Middleton met with an eight-member information technology committee Thursday at the Natchez Convention and Visitors Bureau to discuss an overhaul of the City of Natchez Web site, cityofnatchez.net, and the possible hiring of an IT director whose job responsibilities and salary are not yet defined. "In order to get us into the 21st century with the technology we need, it's going to be mandatory we hire an in-house computer person to take care of not only City Hall, but the police, engineering, CVB and other departments," Middleton said. "But the first and most basic thing we need to do is our Web site." Middleton said the CVB currently oversees the city's Web sites, which also includes visitnatchez.org. Middleton envisions a Web site where visitors can access tourist information and municipal information such as aldermen meeting agendas, minutes and various applications for newcomers. Middleton also envisions paying for permits via credit or debit card. "It's got to be easy, cohesive and user friendly to people who are trying to find out about Natchez," Middleton said of the Web site. Middleton said city business is handled on more than 100 computers, and believes the addition of a technology director would put an end to antiquated procedures. "We don't have a good system," Middleton said. "This has been going on forever and ever, and we have to get it changed." Middleton said members of the IT committee are currently reviewing technology setups in other cities similar to Natchez's size. Members of the IT committee are Jay Underkofler, senior director of finance at Isle of Capri; Dr. Akash Dania, assistant professor of finance at Alcorn State University; Allen Richard, IT manager at Callon Petroleum Company; David Gammill, owner of Fat Mama's Tamales; computer consultant Johnnie Collins; attorney Ginny Benoist and CVB media liaison Sally Durkin. The committee will meet again in January. fivefilters.org featured article: Normalising the crime of the century by John Pilger. Available tools: PDF Newspaper, Full Text RSS, Term Extraction.

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