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Diplomats bid Wiesenthal farewell in service
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Police searchfor man accused of selling drugs
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Tyra Banks proves breasts are not implants
Delta retirees pay big price for bankruptcy
In a former life, I was entrusted with the responsibility of dealing with the public on behalf of my company, Southern Bell and later BellSouth. Getting the trust and confidence of my management was a long and arduous task. There were many stressful days, a lot of weekends in the office and bulging briefcases in between. I took my role in the company seriously. BellSouth expected a lot from its employees and from its managers; it required near perfection. Make a couple of bad decisions, and there was always someone waiting in the wings to take your job and your parking space.
Linder signs book for Massachusetts governor
Book signings are one thing, but when the governor of Massachusetts asks for your autograph, that may be something else.
New memories for Berkmar
Apparently I struck a chord with at least one Berkmar fan, who left a voice mail for me this week regarding the Patriots' football history.
Letters to the Editor
Shame on feds for disgraceful response
Prep roundup: Broncos' Alt throws one-hit shutout
SNELLVILLE - Karla Alt threw a one-hit shutout, leading Brookwood to a 2-0 win over Mill Creek in the Brookwood Invitational on Wednesday.
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Peace activist's anti-war campaign arrives at CapitolWASHINGTON - Anti-war activist Cindy Sheehan on Wednesday pledged to ''force change to happen'' during protest speeches outside the White House and Capitol.
Business Briefs
Oil prices jump as Rita nears
Lola Maddox
Miss Lola Ethel Maddox, age 81, of Pendergrass, passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2005, after a brief illness. Evans Funeral Home, Jefferson has charge of arrangements, 706-367-5467.
George Thomas
George “Jack” Wilson Thomas, age 68 of Statham, GA, died September 20, 2005. Arrangements by Smith Funeral Home of Winder, GA, 770-867-4553.
Nellie Porter
Mrs. Nellie Puckett Porter, age 99, of Buford, GA, passed away Wednesday, September 21, 2005. Service and arrangements will be announced later by Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home ...
