Words, Nov. 19
Date: 11/19/2009
By:
Doug Smith
"The judge reminded jurors of their oath not to discuss the case, suggesting they focus more on the prospects of the University of Arkansas Razorbacks over the weekend. 'We've all been through the ringer,' he said. 'You've had a long week.' "
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Words, Nov. 12
Date: 11/12/2009
By:
Doug Smith
"Later, Smith found a 9mm pistol in the back seat of his car. Police believe as Smith accelerated, the door jam struck the assailant's arm and he dropped the gun."
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Words, Nov. 5
Date: 11/5/2009
By:
Doug Smith
Not only a lawyer but a lawyer who consorts with Antonin Scalia, Bryan A. Garner sounds like a person I'd stay well clear of, if I didn't write a column on language.
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Words, Oct. 29
Date: 10/29/2009
By:
Doug Smith
Angst for the memories: "Arkansas defensive coordinator Willy Robinson said the Razorbacks had a 'great' practice and a lot of fun Wednesday. 'Really fast-paced,' he said. 'Execution was really good. Very little angst.' "
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Words, Oct. 15
Date: 10/15/2009
By:
Doug Smith
"ASU Worker Rips Hopeful in E-mail . JONESBORO - The news director of an Arkansas State University-owned radio station referred to one of Sen. Blanche Lincoln's opponents as a 'nimrod' in a note sent from his state e-mail account.
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Words, Oct. 8
Date: 10/7/2009
By:
Doug Smith
The use of initials without periods seems to be gaining favor, at least on the sports page. I have no idea why. A cry for attention?
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Words, Oct. 1
Date: 10/1/2009
By:
Doug Smith
"Rockefeller started his criticism Tuesday - even before the bill was introduced - complaining that the bill would put too heavy of a tax burden on health benefits enjoyed by coal miners in his state."
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Words, Sept. 24
Date: 9/24/2009
By:
Doug Smith
President Obama's use of gin up has gotten people's attention. Luckily, I'd just finished reading a discussion of gin up when Dan Limke stopped by and asked what I knew about the origin of the phrase.
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