Historically Speaking: Inventor known for sewing machine revolutionized business
His first patent in 1839 was for a rock-drilling machine. Ten years later, he invented a wood and metal carving machine. He sold that first invention to a canal building company for $2,000, which allowed him to pursue his real passion — acting. Isaac Singer was born in Pittstown, N.Y., on Oct. 27, 1811. He ran away from home at 12 to live with an older brother in Rochester, N.Y., where he worked ...
EVERYDAY PEOPLE: Grabowski creates community one stitch at a time
When Marina Grabowski graduated from college the plan was to pursue a career in civil engineering - the field she spent four years studying. Like many women, Grabowski took a hiatus from her career to start a family.
Vicky Tiel: The Art of Happiness for 2012
There are two types of people (in general): those Fearless and those Fearful. You know who you are! If you are fearless, find out what talent or work you are good at, whatever makes you happy, even later on in life, and do it!
Read An Excerpt From T.I.’s Novel, Power And Beauty
When T.I. isn’t at home with his family teaching his kids about secrets and how to treat women, he’s on the road performing or plugging his new book, Power And Beauty . Last week, we saw Tip on the road doing press for the novel that he wrote, and this week, we’re thrilled to tell you that we actually received an excerpt from the book that you can read right here.
Sen. Menendez, Rep. Pascrell push Obama tax reform plan at Passaic factory
One of the last garment factories in the city provided the backdrop Monday as two prominent Democrats called for adoption of President Obama’s tax reform package, which aims to revive manufacturing and restore the nation’s “Made in America” brand.
This Former Navy SEAL Almost Went To Prison For Life Just For Running His Mouth
With his quick smile and quirky demeanor, it is almost impossible not to like Stephen Keen. Even at 32, with the crew cut he adopted in the Navy, the man is boyishly enthusiastic, bright and affable.