Mass. Sen. Edward M. Kennedy dies at age 77 Aug 26, 2009
"He was the Henry Clay of the 20th century," said Thomas Whelan, associate professor of social science at Boston University, citing the "Great Compromiser" of the mid-19th century. "He got the job done.". (Fresno Bee)
Passing Of Era... Aug 26, 2009
He became a lawmaker whose legislative accomplishments, political authority and gift for friendship across the political spectrum invited favorable comparisons to Daniel Webster, Henry Clay and a handful of other leviathans of the country's most elite political body. But he was also beset by personal frailties and family misfortunes that were the stuff of tabloid headlines. (The Drudge Report)
Dorothy Lloyd Aug 23, 2009
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lyle and Henry Clay Ripley and two sisters, Alta Brown and Ruth Frye. . (Muscatine Journal, IO)
What Republicans Can Learn From Andrew Jackson Aug 13, 2009
Henry Clay, who thought that making early renewal of the bank s charter an issue in the upcoming presidential election would split Jackson s Democrats and secure for Clay s National Republicans the electoral votes of Pennsylvania, where the bank was based and remained very popular. The bank was also an important part of Clay s financial program, his American System of government-sponsored domestic projects such as roads and canals. (The American Conservative)
Kings Of Leon, Depeche Mode Heat Up Soggy Lollapalooza Aug 9, 2009
" But it was what was happening in between the two stages that surely made Farrell smile. The Jane's Addiction frontman, who has long harbored a fascination with techo/rave dance culture, expanded his dance area this year and created a party space that drew huge crowds all day. Despite two world-famous headliners performing just yards away in either direction, the large leafy area was packed with thousands of bodies gyrating and throwing their hands in the air ecstatically to thumping techno,... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Henry Clay: Statesman and Patriot B... Aug 9, 2009
Henry Clay: Statesman and Patriot Book Review. Henry Clay: Statesman and Patriot Book Review ... Regina Kelly took her expertise on American History and Henry Clay and wrote a book that explains to young adults the beginning of the change in American politics. (Suite101.com)
Letter: Cyclists should not have to stop at empty intersections (Aug. 5) Aug 5, 2009
Henry Clay, a famous politician, once remarked, The trouble with common sense is that it is becoming less and less common. He said this 1840. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Nullification Threatens to Lead to ... Jul 30, 2009
Meanwhile politicians led by Calhoun and Kentuckian Henry Clay scrambled to find a compromise to avert war. The Uneasy Compromise Tariff. (Suite101.com)
Tomb sparks research into interesting past Jul 24, 2009
He is the same Henry Clay of Kentucky whose contributions to the stability of the republic during the first half of the 19th century are included in nearly all high school U.S. history books. Amazingly, Henry Clay was elected speaker of the House on the first day of his first term as a member of the House ... Henry Clay's 40-year career in politics includes five terms as speaker of the House, four terms as a United States senator and service as secretary of state under President John Quincy... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Square deals Jul 23, 2009
Bill Weyland, who as LLC has completed multiple successful projects since 2005, including the renovation of the former YWCA on Third Street into The Henry Clay, had planned to redevelop the Wright-Taylor Building at Fourth and Chestnut streets, a plan that would have included a Japanese steakhouse. Pages: 1. (Louisville Business First, KY)
5 nuggets of knowledge about communication Jul 22, 2009
and Washington, D.C., transmitted the Whig Party s nomination of Henry Clay for presidency in 1844. Telephone: Alexander Graham Bell s notebook marks March 10, 1876, as the date of his first successful telephone experiment. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Boyd prepares for another stab at NFL: Pt 2 Jul 14, 2009
After a brilliant football and baseball career at Henry Clay High School in Lexington, Boyd had an up-and-down career at Kentucky. He played in 36 games, but started only 16. (BigBlueNation.com)
Growing history: Heritage Center gears up for expansion Jul 12, 2009
There are portraits, one of Henry Clay Hansbrough, the first U.S. House representative from North Dakota elected in 1889 to 300 pairs of Native American moccasins to old rifles from the days of Lt. Col. George Custer. Other potential display items include about a dozen peace medals given to Native Americans, some dating as far back as President Andrew Jackson. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Whiskey Row signs Mexican restaurant Jul 10, 2009
Weyland, developer of the Glassworks and Henry Clay mixed-use complexes, announced plans for Whiskey Row last September. The project calls for the renovation of 100,000 square feet in two mostly vacant buildings at 127 and 131 W. Main St. The buildings are adjacent to the site of the city s coming multiuse arena and just east of the ramp to the Clark Memorial Bridge. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Why Statistics are like a Bikini... Jul 8, 2009
Why Statistics are like a Bikini. by Nicholas A. Vardy The Global Guru. (Human Events Online)
THEY SENT IN THE CLOWN Jul 3, 2009
From Henry Clay and Daniel Webster to Hubert Humphrey and Daniel Pat rick Moynihan to. Sen. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Collin Cowgill update from Visalia Rawhide Jun 27, 2009
Date: Jun 26, 2009 Collin Cowgill, a Lexington native and former Kentucky High School Mr. Baseball for Henry Clay High School, has hit. 277 (61-for-220) in 61 games for the Visalia Rawhide of the class-A California League, adding nine doubles, five triples and six homers, driving in 36 RBI and stealing 11-of-15 bases. (BigBlueNation.com)
Third Parties in U.S. Presidential ... Jun 19, 2009
Initially, Henry Clay, nominee of the Whig Party, also opposed Texas annexation. Before the election, however, Clay changed his position. (Suite101.com)
Lenzmeier Receives BVU's Highest Faculty Honor Jun 2, 2009
Paul and Vivian (Class or 1959) McCorkle, who were both Life Trustees of BVU. It is named for George Wythe, the educator who taught such famous fathers of the American Revolution as Thomas Jefferson, John Marshall, James Monroe and Henry Clay. Lenzmeier says the award and stipend will open many faculty development opportunities for him. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Sarah Polk, Ambitious First Lady May 23, 2009
Running against a formidable Whig opponent, Henry Clay, James seemed like the most unlikely contender for the nation's highest office. In fact, one of Clay's campaign slogans was: "Who is James Polk?" During the 1844 campaign, most voters knew more about Mrs. Polk. (Suite101.com)
Revitalization conference coming to town May 22, 2009
While in town, conference attendees will see examples of neighborhood revitalization, including Park DuValle and Liberty Green, the Clifton and Phoenix Hill neighborhoods, the Park Hill industrial corridor, the Henry Clay Building and the downtown waterfront. Featured speakers will include Louisville developer Bill Weyland; Susan Hamilton and Kristi Ivey of Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government; Mike Kimmel, vice president of Waterfront Development Corp.; Gary Watrous, owner of Watrous... (Louisville Business First, KY)
Scoreboard: Thursday, May 14 May 14, 2009
Henry Clay 530 206 16 14 2. McQuarter, Horn (4), Wells (6) and Ridner; Hendron, Walker (3), Fernandez (6) and McCray. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar: 5/3/09 (Yesterday) May 4, 2009
Moderate loop hike in scenic Coopers Rock area, including visit of historic Henry Clay Iron Furnace. $12. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
It's OK to have weeds in your lawn, author says Apr 18, 2009
Gift was a Henry Clay High School student at the time. Berry, the celebrated Henry County, Ky. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
DEATHS FOR SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2009 (258) Apr 13, 2009
Survivors include her husband, Fred Henry Clay, whom she married Jan. 12, 1946; son, Jerry Clay of Sheridan; daughter, Ann Duvall of Warren; two brothers, Rev. Victor Hunter and James Hunter, both of Warren; three grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. today at Moseley Cemetery by Frazer s Funeral Home. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Immigrants honored with MOSAIC awards Apr 8, 2009
The awards will be given at a dinner that will be held Tuesday, May 19, at 5:30 p.m., at the Henry Clay Ballroom, 604 S. Third St.. The honorees are. (Louisville Business First, KY)
The 1848 Election, Slavery, and the... Apr 3, 2009
The newly elected Congress, which would meet for the first time in December 1849, included the old Senate stalwarts, John C. Calhoun, Daniel Webster, Henry Clay, and Thomas Hart Benton. At the same time new Senators were making a first appearance in the distinguished chamber: Stephen Douglas, Jefferson Davis, and William Henry Steward, all men with extreme convictions regarding the extension of slavery into the new territories. (Suite101.com)
DEATHS FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2009 (1041) Apr 1, 2009
BANKS Henry Clay Nichols, 77, of Banks died Sunday at his home. He was born Nov. 24, 1931, at Banks, a son of the late Doyle Ray Nichols and Geraldine Nolan Nichols. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
The Presidential Election of 1860 Mar 16, 2009
Vivid memories of the John Brown raid at Harper s Ferry a year earlier reminded everyone of a decade of growing separation that began with the raucous Senate debates on Henry Clay s so-called Compromise of 1850. The newly consolidated Republican Party was keeping Bleeding Kansas the fruits of Stephen Douglas Kansas-Nebraska Act, before the people. (Suite101.com)
High energy keeps Airborne Toxic Event aloft Mar 9, 2009
The snarky punch of "Does This Mean You're Moving On?" was followed up by "Missy," for which members of the audience and opening acts the Henry Clay People and Alberta Cross were hauled onstage and mini-tambourines were tossed into the audience for a cheerily cacophonous jamboree. Sarah Rodman can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
The Life of James Madison Mar 2, 2009
In Congress, Henry Clay and John C Calhoun began to push for a more aggressive stance regarding American neutrality. James Madison and the War of 1812. (Suite101.com)
Oregon senator brings mentor's desk across the aisle Mar 2, 2009
The names of Daniel Webster, Henry Clay and John C. Calhoun appear in their desk drawers, but the signatures are not original. Many names reveal an identical hand, suggesting either that older drawer bottoms were replaced and the names recopied or that staff members, rather than senators, took responsibility for chronicling certain holders. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
A Lesson from the Framers Feb 22, 2009
The Framers established election of senators by state legislators, under which system the nation got the Great Triumvirate (Henry Clay, Daniel Webster and John Calhoun) and thrived. In 1913, progressives, believing that more, and more direct, democracy is always wonderful, got the 17th Amendment ratified. (Townhall.com)
Corot's Ville d'Avray on a Postcard Feb 15, 2009
Henry Clay Frick, the American industrialist who purchased this particular version of Ville d Avray at the turn of the 20th century, considered it the gem of his collection. By the time he began this work, in 1860, Corot was firmly established in the. (Suite101.com)
KSR Speaks with Sam Simpson Feb 12, 2009
Kentucky did a good job of that with legacy recruit, center Sam Simpson of Henry Clay High (Ky. . (BigBlueNation.com)
Another Ranked Opponent Ahead As #22 Irish Take On #10/12 Louisville Feb 12, 2009
Novosel and her Lexington Catholic High School teammates faced Rucker and her Henry Clay High School squad on numerous occasions during their prep careers, most recently in last year's 11th Region championship game, when Henry Clay upset LexCath, 47-43, at Eastern Kentucky University's McBrayer Arena in Richmond, Ky. Both players had double-doubles in the title game -- Novosel charted 23 points and 10 rebounds, while Rucker tallied 13 points and 10 rebounds -- and both were named to the... (Und.com)
Abraham Lincoln, the great unifier Feb 12, 2009
Through most of his political life, though, he believed in a limited executive, a view characteristic of the Whig Party of Henry Clay, his boyhood hero. Lincoln once acknowledged that he was in all things a Whig. (NJ.com -- Times)
KSR Presents The Wildcat Recruiting Class 09 Feb 8, 2009
" , Defensive End, 6-3, 260, Jr-JC, Long Beach, Calif. (Dominguez/Los Angeles Harbor College The nation's No. 15 junior-college prospect by Rivals.com Listed No. 33 in the juco ranks by SuperPrep Played at Los Angeles Harbor College, where he was a teammate of current Wildcat signee Participated in 15 games during his two seasons at Harbor, totaling 63 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss, 7.5 quarterback sacks, four pass breakups, four quarterback hurries and one fumble recovery ... (BigBlueNation.com)
Meet Gerry Connolly, Fairfax County’s New Rep on Capitol Hill Feb 8, 2009
Henry Clay: Statesman for the Union also by Remini is next on his list. When in the world does he find time to read. (South County Chronicle, VA)
Fighters Mentality Helps Hogs On Signing Day Feb 8, 2009
com: Fighters Mentality Helps Hogs On Signing Day. Fighters Mentality Helps Hogs On Signing Day. (HawgsIllustrated.com)
Learning US History Through the Pre... Feb 7, 2009
There are even those who believe that notables like Henry Clay were presidents, something Clay would have relished having attempted the presidency three times. The copyright of the article Learning US History Through the Presidents in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Independents Feb 7, 2009
com true Welcome, Register Now myESPN Sign In Login Temporarily Unavailable. Last Updated: 2/6/2009. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
