Old pals compete in Oregon governor race Oct 5, 2009
John Kitzhaber served as Oregon's governor from 1995 to 2003. John Klicker / AP file photo. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Letters for Saturday, October 3, 2009 Oct 4, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Oct 3, 2009 1:56 PM:" Aloha Lori, Isn't it amazing how many people like ol' porky can't see the light. But you'll probably need to "Forgive" him as he is most likely one of the misfits that the Viet Nam war really fowled up because we didn't go into win and to free that country. Many, but not all of those warriors came home with some very serious psychological problems. I just hope that they are getting the treatment they need from the Government V A Health care... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Bolstering voter turnout Oct 1, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Sep 29, 2009 2:52 PM:" Why would Neil be worried about increasing the numbers of people going to vote in Hawaii ?Hawaii already votes Democrat in huge numbers. And they need a "Token " Republican to blame all of the problems Hawaii has. ". manawai wrote on Sep 30, 2009 1:02 PM:" Neil is just trying to pretend he's interested in something other than himself when it's all really about beating Mufi who's been here working and singing at birthday parties while Neil ate big... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Obama Nominates Espinel For Intellectual Property Czar Sep 26, 2009
Like newly named NAB President Gordon Smith, she is also an alumnus of D.C. firm Covington & Burling. The White House IP Czar post, which will coordinate enforcement of intellectual property laws by various government agencies, was. (Multichannel News)
Underwater logging in the Volta Lake Sep 25, 2009
Mr. Gordon Smith, Board Chairman of Triton, said the company would bring to bear its environmentally and socially sustainable underwater logging operations into Ghana. 25 Sept. 09. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
ISU suicide prevention grant Sep 25, 2009
Nationwide, 17 other states received similar grants under the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act, which was passed in 2004 and sponsored by then-U.S. senator Gordon Smith after his 21-year-old son killed himself. The bill increased federal funding to combat the problem of youth suicide. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Letters for Tuesday, September 22, 2009 (1014) Sep 23, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Sep 22, 2009 3:09 PM:" Kimo, I loved your response. If it is not the duty of the HPD to clean up, then they should call whomever is supposed to do it. That's what road/ gas taxes pay for. Can one imagine what the KPD would do if some citizen was out in the middle of the road with his collect pan and a broom cleaning up while traffic backed up behind him or worse yet ran over him.Doc Smith ". jr1956 wrote on Sep 22, 2009 4:06 PM:" may I add that many people have told me... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Multichannel Newswire Sep 21, 2009
The National Association of Broadcasters has named Gordon Smith, a former two-term Oregon Senator, as its new president, according to a source familiar with the selection. Former Sundance Channel leader Larry Aidem has been named president and CEO of RayV, an Internet distributor of TV and events. (Multichannel News)
Former Sen. Gordon Smith to head national broadcasters group Sep 19, 2009
Gordon Smith to head national broadcasters group ... Gordon Smith has been named to lead the National Association of Broadcasters. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Gordon Smith Named New NAB President Sep 19, 2009
The National Association of Broadcasters has named Gordon Smith, a former two-term Oregon Senator, as its new president, according to a source familiar with the selection ... "We're convinced we have found that person in Gordon Smith. His background as a lawyer, a statesman, and as an entrepreneur -- coupled with his extensive knowledge of broadcast issues from having served many years on the Commerce Committee -- make Gordon eminently qualified to represent the interests of free and local... (Multichannel News)
Hiring TV's Next-Gen Leaders Sep 19, 2009
NABs pick of Gordon Smith makes me think that the associations board is still wistfully living in the past ... Were convinced we have found that person in Gordon Smith. (Multichannel News)
Former Senator to head National Association of Broadcasters Sep 19, 2009
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GOP gears up for governors race Sep 17, 2009
The state hasn t elected a Republican to a statewide office since Gordon Smith won re-election to the U.S. Senate in 2002 ... Neither of the GOP s two leading lights Gordon Smith and Congressman Greg Walden has shown any inclination to run for governor at this point. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Complication risk for older mums Sep 16, 2009
Professor Gordon SmithUniversity of Cambridge ... Researcher Professor Gordon Smith stressed that while the age at which women started having periods showed little variation, the age at which they started a family did. (BBC News -- Health)
Delayed pregnancies may put you at risk Sep 16, 2009
"The main significance of this study is not that menarche is usefully predictive of the risk of complications, but that the current finding sheds light on why advanced maternal age at the time of first birth might be associated with increased risks," The BBC quoted Researcher Professor Gordon Smith as saying. Professor Philip Steer, BJOG editor-in-chief, however, added larger investigation was required before reaching conclusions about the impact of early onset of menstruation in women. (India Times, India)
JPMorgan seeks more credit clients Sep 16, 2009
JPMorgan began developing Blueprint after Gordon Smith was hired as CEO of the card division in June 2007. Smith, who worked almost 32 years at American Express, oversaw the introduction six months later of the Chase What Matters marketing campaign. (Boston Globe)
Scotland to keep Burley on despite WCup failure Sep 16, 2009
"This is not the time for change. It is a time to invest faith in the manager and the players,'' SFA chief executive Gordon Smith said Tuesday. "If the World Cup campaign has shown us anything it is that we are at our best when we work together. It is by standing united behind the manager and the team that we can achieve the success that we all crave. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Nadal finishes off Gonzalez to reach semifinals Sep 13, 2009
He joined U.S. Tennis Association executive director Gordon Smith at a news conference, where they declined to commit to building a retractable roof over Arthur Ashe Stadium, a topic of much discussion around these parts. "It will be some time before there's any decision made on whether or not to go forward with the roof," Smith said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
USTA considering options to improve tennis center Sep 13, 2009
"It will be some time before there's any decision made on whether or not to go forward with the roof," U.S. Tennis Association executive director Gordon Smith said. "We would be looking at issues some years down the road, and the present economy has not slowed the process at all. "We want to move that process along, looking long term and not at the current economy. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Tennis Phenom, 17, Shows Star Power Sep 9, 2009
"It's great for the future of tennis in America," said Gordon Smith, executive director of the USTA.There are big expectations for her five-foot, six-inch frame. Anything is considered possible for this teen who has the word "believe" inscribed on her "sole.". (ABC 7 News, DC)
Sheriff's history makes for laughs at roast Sep 6, 2009
Part roast, part toast, Bradford County Sheriff Gordon Smith was the man of the hour at a fundraiser for the Bradford County Historical Preservation Society last Saturday ... Pierce said he was actually much tougher on a teenaged Gordon Smith when the boy showed up in his courtroom for, of all things, climbing and painting the Starke water tower. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Arsenal's Eduardo given 2-game CL ban for dive Sep 2, 2009
"The last couple of years I've been pushing very strongly to deal with simulation in football," SFA chief executive Gordon Smith said. "I think it's gone too far and I have taken it up with UEFA, FIFA and even IFAB (world football's rule-making body) to try and deal retrospectively with cases of simulation in the game.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
UEFA to investigate footage of Eduardo's penalty Aug 28, 2009
"We have shown the courage to use retrospective punishment when it comes to simulation," Scottish Football Association chief executive Gordon Smith said. "I would urge UEFA to do so in this instance. Everything that can be done to stamp it out must be done. Starting right now ... taking action would be a much more powerful deterrent and would send the right message to players everywhere.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Health care debate Aug 21, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Aug 20, 2009 11:56 AM:" These people like "whynot, leftgoleft, and all of the rest like those two are people who vote for the candidate who promises Ice Cream, and then delivers nothing. Then those people blame it on the last Republican in or out of office/ They are a bunch of "cry babies" , so when the obamacare ,etc. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
New credit card targets the affluent Aug 20, 2009
Our desire is to make sure we have exactly the right product in the hands of our customers, said Gordon Smith, chief executive of the card division. JPMorgan s card operation lost $1. (Boston Globe)
Magill: Diaz to receive USOC award Aug 19, 2009
This week I had a phone call from former Georgia tennis star Gordon Smith, now chief executive officer of the United States Tennis Association. The Rome native, who helped Georgia win four straight Southeastern Conference team championships from 1972-75, invited me to be his guest at ceremonies during the U.S. Open next month, honoring his UGA teammate Manuel Diaz. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Letters for Friday, August 7, 2009 Aug 8, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Aug 7, 2009 11:08 AM:" I must give Pete Antonson credit for understanding what the problem is with different political sprectrums, however he is incorrect regarding me. As he well knows I am always right....That is Right of center. Good letter Pete. ". You must register with a valid email to post comments. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Methamphetamine Aug 6, 2009
" G. Gordon Smith wrote on Aug 4, 2009 5:49 PM:" Thank You RealityBites. At least there are two of us that see things correctly, ut I'll bet there will be abunchmof Rude remarks from those who don't know anything else but "School Yard " talk. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Letters for Monday, August 3, 2009 (1279) Aug 5, 2009
" G. Gordon Smith wrote on Aug 3, 2009 12:41 PM:" hanosan what do those other Contrtes , like France do with their nuclear waste. And Japan, and Russia, and Ukraine and the United States. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Agassi, Clijsters suit up for World Team Tennis Aug 3, 2009
" WTT is getting a boost this summer from its new partnership with the U.S. Tennis Association and a new team in New York City. In January, the USTA became a 25 percent owner of the league in an effort to expand the USTA Junior Team Tennis program. The USTA's QuickStart clinics will be held in WTT cities -- which also include Kansas City, Mo., Springfield, Mo., and Albany, N.Y. -- providing balls, rackets and court dimensions tailored to youth under 10 years old. Serena Williams, Bob and Mike... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Letters for Saturday, August 1, 2009 (279) Aug 3, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Aug 1, 2009 3:42 PM:" Ada thanks you for doing such a great job of setting what's his name straight. It is a shame that so many people are so willing to believe whatever they hear bad about this country and it's advantages. So many like what's his name want to take advantage of it's wonders and opportunities without doing their best but would rather join forces to enable the group to take what they actually haven't earned, but are more than happy to take from those who... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Lab rats for Lingle Jul 31, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Jul 29, 2009 6:48 PM:" Hmmm, Katy seems to be very comfortable with being a lab rat for Obama. I guess see is very healthy and will never need :Good" health care Or is she a government elected Official who won't have to deal with the commoners like the rest of us. Perhaps she is an Obama Acorn wanta be " kimo aloha wrote on Jul 29, 2009 7:35 PM:" Well said, public workers are willing to sacrifice. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Drug sweep nets 12 BC-UC arrests Jul 31, 2009
"In operations of this type, you need extra personnel that are not always available within your own department." SPD Chief Jeff Johnson, Union Sheriff Jerry Whithead and Bradford Sheriff Gordon Smith have each pledged the cooperation they say will make BUSTED work. They stated that BUSTED's mission will be to maintain a constant pressure on the drug dealers and users in both counties. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Letters to the Editor for Thursday, July 30, 2009 Jul 31, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Jul 30, 2009 2:12 PM:" Poll: Palin More Popular Than Pelosi Among VotersWednesday, July 29, 2009 10:28 PMBy: Steven Thomma, McClatchy Newspapers Article Font Size Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is more popular than House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, according to a new bipartisan poll released Wednesday.The Battleground Poll conducted for George Washington University found 42 percent of likely voters have a favorable opinion of Palin, the 2008 Republican vice presidential... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Botched op footballer's wife dies Jul 11, 2009
Scottish Football Association chief executive Gordon Smith said: "This is devastating news for Colin and his family. "The thoughts of everyone at the Scottish FA and, I am sure, everyone associated with the game here in Scotland are with them at this tragic time. " Mr and Mrs Hendry, who had been together for more than 20 years, have four children aged between nine and 19. Blackburn Rovers managing director Tom Finn said the club's thoughts were with the Hendry time at "this deeply distressing... (BBC News -- UK)
Feehery: Franken victory is not funny Jul 3, 2009
Republicans lost three top-notch senators in the last election -- Norm Coleman, Gordon Smith and John Sununu -- who lost not because they were bad senators, or because they had scandals, or because they had lost touch with constituents. All three lost because they were Republicans. (CNN -- US)
Agassi set to participate in World Team Tennis Jul 3, 2009
"Where we really want to make the mark is to get more 6- to 10-year-olds in the game,'' said USTA executive director and COO Gordon Smith. "Tennis overall is doing well as sport. We need to do better with the younger demographics. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Paramedic arrested for child porn Jun 26, 2009
Sheriff Gordon Smith responded and took possession of the thumb drive. As the investigation continued, Sgt. Kevin Mueller interviewed Durdley, who allegedly admitted to owning the thumb drive and downloading the pornography. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
U.S. Senate: Smith, Merkley face off for Senate seat (4) Jun 23, 2009
Republican incumbent Gordon Smith is fighting to defend his third term in the U.S. Senate against Democratic challenger Jeff Merkley. The race has been messy, as both campaigns were primarily running television attack ads up until the last few weeks. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Letters for Monday, June 22, 2009 (840) Jun 23, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Jun 22, 2009 1:19 PM:" manawal and thehumbler are so correct in their opinions of D. Chaquette, He needs to read the opinion editorial by Star Parker and here it is : Back on Uncle Sam's plantationStar Parker - Syndicated ColumnistSix years ago I wrote a book called Uncle Sam's Plantation. I wrote the book to tell my own story of what I saw living inside the welfare state and my own transformation out of it.I said in that book that indeed there are two Americas -- a poor... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Letters to the Editor for Thursday, June 18, 2009 (954) Jun 19, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on Jun 18, 2009 4:55 PM:" Actually Thomas of Pacifica Beach, Ca. There are relatively few people on the Island that write letters, In my opinion it is mostly 'cause they are too busy having to work two jobs to make ends meet. Thus the only people that write to the Editor are people who think their opinions might help the economy or help the island to be all that it can be. Our opinions are often not appreciated or people agree but don't respond with an "stta boy" like you... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Paramedic Arrested On Child Porn Charges Jun 18, 2009
Sheriff Gordon Smith responded to the call and took possession of the device. On June 17, Sgt. Kevin Mueller interviewed the defendant, identified as 30-year-old Octavius Durdley, who admitted to owning the thumb drive and downloading pornography. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Multi-agency task force premieres with 3 arrests Jun 16, 2009
In a joint statement, SPD Chief Jeff Johnson, Bradford Sheriff Gordon Smith and Union Sheriff Jerry Whitehead said, "BUSTED's mission will be to maintain a constant pressure on the drug dealers and users in our communities to ensure a better quality of life for our law-abiding citizens.". Bradford County Telegraph 2009. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Editorial: Where there’s influence to buy, there’s a way Jun 16, 2009
Gordon Smith to 1,260 in donations honoring Rep. David Wu, the paper said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Alley already in the race for governor Jun 6, 2009
He had contacted former U.S. Gordon Smith about his plans, and Smith had said no, Alley said. Congressman Greg Walden was a, I don t think so, Alley said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Three Arrested In Bradford Drug Raid Jun 4, 2009
In a joint statement, Chief Jeff Johnson along with Sheriffs Gordon Smith and Jerry Whitehead said; "B.U.S.T.E.D.s mission will be to maintain a constant pressure on the drug dealers and users in our communities to ensure a better quality of life for our law abiding citizens.". Copyright 2009 by News4Jax. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Police Reports Jun 2, 2009
5:22 a.m. 5100 block Gordon Smith Dr. 9:54 a.m. 4300 block Glistening Springs. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Fire Reports Jun 2, 2009
Star Community Newspapers. In The Community, With The Community, For the Community. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Letters for Saturday, May 30, 2009 (55) May 31, 2009
G. Gordon Smith, Kapa a. Article Rating. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
* Britain set for All-English team in Games May 30, 2009
But the SFAs acceptance of the plan has already led one member of Scotlands parliament to call for the resignation of Scottish governing bodys chief executive Gordon Smith. Scotland National Party backbencher Christine Grahame, who chairs the parliaments Health and Sport Committee, accused the SFA of caving in over an issue that poses a threat to the future of Scottish soccer and could damage the Scottish economy regardless of whether it was made up entirely of Englishmen. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Feehery: No one represents America's center May 30, 2009
Republican moderates either have already lost, like Gordon Smith in Oregon or Wayne Gilchrist in Maryland, or are getting ready to lose, like Norm Coleman in Minnesota, or are switching parties, like Arlen Specter -- or, like Susan Collins or Olympia Snowe, are roundly despised by conservatives. In either case, it is more likely that the Cubs will win the World Series than it is that a moderate of either party will rise to the top of their party's leadership. (CNN -- US)
Norman H. Crowe May 28, 2009
Thursday 28 May, 2009. Norman Hewitt Crowe, 90, 816 Porter Ave., Eau Claire, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2009, amongst his friends and family at the Syverson Lutheran Home. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Letters for Tuesday, May 26, 2009 (954) May 27, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on May 26, 2009 6:49 PM:" Dwight De Armas, I have a question for you. If you are in High School or remember when you were, would you be willing to give your "B's & C's " to another student who only had "D's and F's ".? That would be one way you could reciprocate. Or if you received " A's and B's " would you be willing to trade your grades for the student who only had "C's and D,' " ? If not , then why would you expect someone who had worked hard, was not lazy, nor... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Letters for Monday, May 25, 2009 (898) May 26, 2009
G. Gordon Smith wrote on May 25, 2009 9:52 PM:" Aloha, It is so nice to see that two people of the same Political Party can agree to disagree, yet still have admiration for each other, like H. Boranian and G. Mickens. Now if we could just get the same respect for people of opposite or different Political Parties . It truly would be a system of "Free Speech " and "Freedom of Thought" for all Americans. If two Democrats can agree to disagree , why can't Democrat and Republicans agree to disagree... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
License Plate Voting Not Rigged, Officials Say May 20, 2009
Driver Gordon Smith might disagree. "It looks pretty plain," Smith said. (7 KETV Omaha)
Video Of Fatal High-Speed Chase Released May 15, 2009
One of those involved was Bradford County Sheriff Gordon Smith, who was seen on the dashboard camera of another officer trying to get out of the way of Estes' vehicle. The sheriff even shot at the suspect as the vehicle swerved toward him. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Teens told to stay sober for prom May 15, 2009
It was a coordinated effort between the Bradford County Sheriff's Office (Sheriff Gordon Smith also had a word with students), Emergency Medical Services, Starke Police Department, the fire departments for Starke and Heilbron Springs, Florida Highway Patrol and Mothers Against Drunk Driving. The elaborate demonstration even included landing the ShandsCair helicopter on the field to participate in the mock rescue. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Bradford man arrested for child abuse May 15, 2009
"Child abuse cases are the most disturbing calls for any law enforcement officer to handle. No matter what the outcome is with regards to the defendant in the justice system, there is always the sadness that comes from knowing an innocent child has been permanently affected in such a negative way," said Sheriff Gordon Smith. Bradford County Telegraph 2009. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Midland police to have memorial service Thursday May 14, 2009
It will also pay tribute to late Midland police Lt. Gordon Smith Jr. and officers John Wyrick and Bryan Scoggins, who were also killed while on duty during the years between 1935 and 1961. Officers and deputies from several area law enforcement agencies will participate in the service. (Odessa American, TX)
Court ruling limits vehicle searches May 1, 2009
Sheriff Gordon Smith wasn't as sure the ruling would greatly affect the way departments have been doing business, but then he said he had yet to find two legal opinions of the ruling that agreed with one another. "It will settle out in a couple of months," Smith said. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Crime down overall in Bradford County Apr 28, 2009
While hesitant to comment on a previous administration's record at the sheriff's office, public spokesperson Capt. Brad Smith said Sheriff Gordon Smith is proud of his record at the police department and plans to continue that work in his current position. "The sheriff committed himself and this organization to lowering the crime rate in the county, and he's committed to that still," Capt. Smith said. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
BCSO not at fault in shooting Apr 17, 2009
Sheriff Gordon Smith also fired his weapon during the pursuit when Estes swerved his vehicle towards him as he was diverting traffic from the danger. Estes had robbed two convenience stores on the date of the incident and had an extensive criminal history prior to his death. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
ENCINITAS: Community garden proposed for city property Apr 14, 2009
Gordon Smith, who founded Slow Foods San Diego and coordinates the Southern California regional organization, said Monday that the Encinitas project is coming at the right time. Growing your own produce has become very fashionable of late. (North County Times)
Scottish FA upholds bans on Ferguson, McGregor Apr 10, 2009
"The board fully understands and supports the manager's decision,'' SFA chief executive Gordon Smith said. "He was acting in the best interests of the country and our campaign to qualify for the World Cup. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Top 10 Outrageous Earmarks Apr 7, 2009
Democrat Ron Wyden and Republican Gordon Smith, manufacturers of certain wooden arrows designed for use by children would get an exception from an excise tax, which could save them up to $2 million over 10 years. The tax earmark was scarcely noticed during the Senate debate over the bill, but was heavily criticized by the media after it passed. (Time.com)
