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Local lawyer assesses legal situation in Columbia
Chattanooga trial attorney Hugh Moore sits in his office high up in the Tallan Building, a large plate glass window behind him and never worries about getting shot in the back of his head as he works at his desk. He represents defendants in death penalty cases and never entertains the idea that he might be in danger because he’s the advocate for an unpopular person. And he takes drug related cases without thinking he might be putting his life on the life.
Young professional making the most of his life
With eight years of dreadlocks hanging off the back of his head, Stratton Tingle doesn’t look the part of a Web content administrator. At first glance, one might think he’s an independent musician, or a freelance filmmaker, or someone who’s seen more of the world in his twenties than most people see in a lifetime. But the truth is, he’s a Web content administrator for the Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce.
50 years ago...
What was happening in Chattanooga in 1960
Saturday, October 8
Voter registration in
Hamilton County has ex-ceeded 100,000. Registrar Al S. Barger said 200 to 250 citizens are registering daily on the county poll books. Deadline for registering to vote in the presidential election and in the county’s referendum on a $7,000,000 school bond issue is October 19.
Under Analysis
The parable of the one-winged bird
It had been over fifteen years since I’d seen the now-Honorable Mary DeSequin, a one-time law school comrade. I barely recognized her when she wandered over to say hello at the recent luncheon for the Future Lawyers in Space program. Her hair had evolved from its once vibrant strawberry blondness, to a more sedate shade of azure, and I, frankly, did not think she would have been at such a celebration.
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They went home leaving the death tax still unburied
?With election day looming on the proverbial November 2 date, the House of Representa-tives voted September 29 to head home to shake a few more hands and put off until the lame duck session, that begins November 15, discussing expiring tax cuts and the estate tax exemptions. Once again, the unknown future of the “death tax” is back and is especially an albatross placed around the necks of those who operate our family farms, as has been a trend for years.
Southern Style
The cure
In the valley of the Gravelly Spur, the cold wind of winter would often bring a sickness which flowed from one house to another like rural free delivery.
During the Depression, folks in the valley had three places to turn for help – Dr. Thurmond, who would ride out from town and make the now almost extinct house call; Uncle Sam, the faith healing man; and Aunt Sally and her sure-fire elixir of health.
I Swear ...
Who am I?
I am an Oscar-winning film director. I died in 1949 of a heart attack at the age of 59.
A Robert Edwards bio of me says that I occupy “a curious place in cinema history.”
In the 1930s, I was hailed as a great film maker. In 1939, I was the credited director of two of the most popular movies of all time.
River City Roundabout
Culture Fest
The 11th annual Arts and Education Council Culture Fest was held Sunday Sept. 26 at the First Tennessee Pavilion in tandem with the Chattanooga Market.
This day to celebrate diversity through the arts is a Chattanooga favorite, always inspiring new ideas, crafts and perspectives through the events of the day. Performances on two stages, hands-on demonstrations like origami and calligraphy, children’s activities and cooking demonstrations were ongoing throughout the day. In addition to the offerings of the Chattanooga Market, 25 booths featuring international displays, information and food were added to the event.
What’ll they dream up next?
Turbo Snake
I love this time of the year. Football season is in full throttle. Boots and hooded sweatshirts are making their way out of the back of the closet. The air conditioner can be switched off and the open doors and windows can allow the crisp breeze to circle through your home.
The Bookworm
“Hacking Work: Breaking Stupid Rules for Smart Results” By Bill Jensen and Josh Klein $25.95 / $32.50 Canada 224 pages
There’s a problem at work, and you know a solution.
You’ve been using it at home for a long time. It’s technologically risk-free, proven and almost without cost. But supervisors have told you that, “It’s not the way we operate around here” and “We’ve never done things like that.” So you play computer solitaire and waste time when you would really rather be productive.
Red Clay Pow Wow offers a sample of Native American culture, history
Long before people from other countries came to the New World, Native Americans ruled the land. In particular, large numbers of Cherokee occupied the territory now called Tennessee. Modern day members of the tribe, as well as Native Americans from other Indian nations, will reclaim at least one small patch of picturesque terrain for three days when the Friends of Red Clay host their second annual Red Clay Pow Wow October 22 to 24.
EXPO provides information on increasing home value
For the first Home Builder’s Association Remodeling Expo there will be a mix of information, expertise, food, live music and activities that will all add up to a fun event.
The Home Builder’s Assoc-iation of Southern Tennessee is a non-profit organization that promotes and protects the home building industry including new home construction, remodeling, development and light commercial work. The organization has more than 500 members in the companies of the Home Builder’s Association, area builders and associate members.
Changes for mortgage industry gain clarity at meeting
For the September luncheon of the Chattanooga Mort-gage Banker’s Association at the Chattanooga Choo-Choo, the hot topic was mortgage related provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. These changes and their implications were explained in further detail from the mouth of the National Mortgage Bankers Association in the form of Meghan Sullivan, their director for state legislative and political affairs.
Real Estate Facts
A proactive approach
Typically, homeowners will spend weeks preparing their home for sale, rushing to repair the roof or drafty windows or electrical issues or old appliances (not to mention rushing to the bank to cover the costs of getting the home in model condition).
Kay's Cooking Corner
Stop and think about October for a few moments – close your eyes while doing so (well, maybe not, cause then you couldn’t read my story!) Beautiful yellow, red, orange and gold trees, fall squashes, pumpkin, and other fruits and vegetables, cooler and windier days, the smell of smoke from farmers burning their fields, Halloween, leaves covering the ground and crunching beneath your feet, ghosts, goblins – trick-or-treating…lots to think about in just one little month. Lots of stuff to enjoy in just 31 short days of time!
The Critic's Corner
In the ’80s, Oliver Stone was the American director to watch. While everyone else was making action comedies and costume dramas, he was using movie theaters as a bully pulpit.
With “Platoon,” Stone tried to rattle audiences out of their self-absorbed stupor and force them to remember a horrifying chapter in U.S. history. Once viewers were adequately sobered up, he unleashed “Wall Street,” a stern indictment of the materialism of the decade. Although critics heaped praise on his movies, being the only angry director of his time made him stick out like a sore thumb.
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