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  National Geographic Photographer James P. Blair: Biography   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Jim Blair prepared for a photographic future by studying with photographers Harry Callahan and Aaron Siskind at the Institute of Design at the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago.
In 1998 Blair was a guest lecturer aboard the ocean liner Queen Elizabeth II, on the occasion of her 30th-anniversary voyage.
Jim Blair is represented by the National Geographic Society's Image Collection, which distributes his photography worldwide, and by Corbis and Getty Images.
www.nationalgeographic.com /photography/biographies/jamesblair.html   (574 words)

  
  Fort Tours | James Francis Blair and James Hart
James Blair and James Hart turned their horses and started to make a dash back toward Camp Colorado, but James Blair's horse was anxious to go on toward home, and simply refused to go in the other direction.
James Hart also thought he was going to die, but stated that he was determined to live until he could reach home, so he could report what had happened to James Blair, whom he thought was being carried away by the Indians.
Blair, the mother, was so overjoyed she shouted all over their premises, and thus ended one of the most dramatic acts of the great western drama.
www.forttours.com /pages/tocblair.asp   (1100 words)

  
 James Drummond Blair   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
James Drummond Blair was born in the Parish of Raloo, County Antrim, N. Ireland on September 27, 1829.
When James came of age he moved to Illinois and when gold was discovered in California in 1849 he made plans to head West in seach of his fortune.
James, Eunice, their six sons and one daughter-in-law are all buried in the Shasta Masonic and IOOF cemetery in Shasta, California.
users.cis.net /daver/pb008.htm   (498 words)

  
 James Blair Biography | Dictionary of Literary Biography
Blair was politically powerful enough to effect the dismissal of three strong royal governors and has been called, for his period, "the most articulate spokesman in Virginia" against the exercise of royal authority.
Blair was born sometime between May 1655 and May 1656, the son of Robert Blair, minister of Avah in Banffshire, Scotland in 1667, at the age of twelve, young James entered the preparatory grammar school at Marischal College, Aberdeen, and matriculated at the University of Edinburgh in 1669.
Blair developed a friendship with one of the members of the board, John Locke, and coauthored with him "Some of the Chief Greivances of the present Constitution of Virginia with an Essay towards the Remedies thereof," an essay which was the basis for a longer report written by Blair, Henry Hartwell, and Edward Chilton.
www.bookrags.com /biography/james-blair-dlb   (1095 words)

  
 James Blair — FactMonster.com
Blair, James, 1656–1743, Church of England clergyman, missionary to colonial Virginia, and founder of the College of William and Mary, b.
At the request of the bishop of London, Blair traveled to Virginia in 1685 to revive and reform the church in the colony.
James BLAIR - BLAIR, James (ca.1790—1834) BLAIR, James, a Representative from South Carolina; born in the...
www.factmonster.com /id/A0807832   (229 words)

  
 A Place Called Blair
Blair Valley was divided between 2 states in 1764-67 when Mason and Dixon laid out a line of milestones which bore the letters M for Maryland and P for Pennsylvania.
Blair was descended from one of the pioneer families of this region for whom Blair's Fork was named.
It was established in 1964 as Blair Academy, a division of George Peabody College, by the Justin and Valere Potter Foundation through a bequest of Valere Blair Potter in memory of her mother, Myra Jackson Blair.
www.blairsociety.org /blplace.htm   (6600 words)

  
 Blair Family
James Blair is supposed to have been born before 1710 in the British Isles (northern Ireland?) and to have married a woman Mary Colbert, but documentation for this is lacking.
James and Mary are said to be the parents of Colbert Blair, who is usually said to have been born about 1729-1730 in Bucks Co. PA, although proof for this is lacking.
A James Colbert Blair is involved in land transactions in Amherst Co. VA in 1766, and both a James Blair and a Colbert Blair were testators in a land transfer there in 1770.
www.duke.edu /web/chlamy/blair.html   (1403 words)

  
 NIMH DIRP - Principal Investigators
James Blair, Ph.D. James Blair is Chief of the Unit on Affective Cognitive Neuroscience in the Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program at NIMH.
Blair's primary research interest involves the neural mechanisms underlying the regulation of emotion in humans, and the neurobiology of anxiety disorder.
Blair RJR: The roles of orbital frontal cortex in the modulation of antisocial behavior.
intramural.nimh.nih.gov /research/pi/pi_blair_j.html   (338 words)

  
 James Blair Biography | Encyclopedia of World Biography
The British educator James Blair (1655-1743) was commissary of Virginia for the bishop of London and founder and first president of the College of William and Mary.
After 5 years in Virginia, Blair was appointed commissary (deputy) to the bishop of London, with authority to supervise the discipline of the Anglican clergy, though without the power to confirm baptisms or ordain American-born ministers.
And although Blair could have done much for the college from the seat on the governor's council he assumed in 1694, his feuds with a succession of governors eroded his influence and alienated both the clergy and the gentry.
www.bookrags.com /biography/james-blair   (388 words)

  
 WJCC Public Schools: Schools: James Blair Middle School   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
James Blair Middle School is designed to meet the unique needs, interests, and abilities of 10- to 15-year-olds.
James Blair's teaching staff is organized into teams of 3 to 5 teachers to provide instruction in English, math, reading, science, and social studies.
One important goal of James Blair is to help students explore areas of learning beyond the usual academic subjects.
www.wjcc.k12.va.us /content/schools/jamesblair/index.shtml   (230 words)

  
 Blair, James - HighBeam Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
BLAIR, JAMES [Blair, James] 1656-1743, Church of England clergyman, missionary to colonial Virginia, and founder of the College of William and Mary, b.
At the request of the bishop of London, Blair traveled to Virginia in 1685 to revive and reform the church in the colony.
Arts: Premier league; Michael Sheen is playing Tony Blair in Channel 4's dramatisation of the historic pact between Blair and Brown.
www.encyclopedia.com /doc/1E1-blairj.html   (474 words)

  
 NARA | The National Archives Experience
He was the son of John Blair, a colonial official and nephew of James Blair, founder and first president of the College of William and Mary.
James McClurg was born near Hampton, VA, in 1746.
James McClurg's reputation continued to grow, and he was regarded as one of the most eminent physicians in Virginia.
www.archives.gov /national-archives-experience/charters/constitution_founding_fathers_virginia.html   (4792 words)

  
 Blairs of SC
According to Thomas Blair's youngest son, who lived until the late 1920's, a large group of Blairs arrived in Philadelphia, and made their way down through VA on their way to what is now know as Blair in Fairfield County (Camden District before 1800), SC.
Whether any of these Blairs are related to each other is not known, but due to their proximity in such a remote area, there is a good possibility that several of them are brothers or at least cousins.
Another James Blair (b 1790-1800) appears in the 1830 Newberry census, and his name is beside that of Jane Blair (b 1750-1760), possibly the widow of his father or uncle.
www.drublair.com /blair.html   (1267 words)

  
 Bush and Blair admit they need new direction in Iraq
Bush and Blair, described as "old friends" by Bush, are close allies in the U.S.-led war on Iraq.
Blair was interviewed by members of the study group before it issued its report on Wednesday.
Blair, who arrived in Washington on Wednesday night, is in the U.S. for a single day.
www.cbc.ca /world/story/2006/12/07/bush-blair.html   (2075 words)

  
 JAMES BLAIR (1656`1743) - Online Information article about JAMES BLAIR (1656`1743)
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encyclopedia.jrank.org /BER_BLA/BLAIR_JAMES_16561743_.html   (708 words)

  
 The Photographers: James P. Blair
James Blair's photographs have illustrated more than 40 Geographic articles concentrating on environmental issues, science, and social change.
Blair was principal photographer for two Geographic Society books: As We Live and Breathe (1971) and Our Threatened Inheritance (1984), and has contributed to several other publications.
In addition to his images in the Pittsburgh Photographic Library, James Blair's photographs are also housed at the Carnegie Museum of Art and at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., where he makes his home.
www.clpgh.org /exhibit/photog4.html   (243 words)

  
 USATODAY.com - Blair: Battle in southern Afghanistan harder than expected   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
But I'm not surprised it was tough," Blair said in an interview with the British Broadcasting Corp. TV in Manchester, where his Labour Party is holding its annual meeting.
Blair's government has had to cope with charges by middle-ranking officers in Afghanistan that ground troops have not received adequate air support and other backing.
On Thursday, Maj. Jon Swift said in a message from Afghanistan that, "The scale of casualties has not been properly reported and shows no sign of reducing." His comments were posted on a regimental website, but were quickly withdrawn, the BBC reported.
www.usatoday.com /news/world/2006-09-24-blair-afghanistan_x.htm   (520 words)

  
 Blair in talks with Iraqi leaders   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
And it follows the report earlier this month of former US secretary of state James Baker's Iraq Study Group, which described the situation in Iraq as 'grave and deteriorating' and recommended the withdrawal of American combat troops in 2008.
Mr Blair is expected to discuss with Mr Maliki and President Jalal Talabani plans to hand over the last two British-controlled provinces in the south of Iraq to local authorities, which ministers hope can be completed by the spring.
Mr Blair's official spokesman said that the Prime Minister recognised that the situation on Iraq remained 'very difficult' but that he believed that the way forward was through political means as well as through security.
www.topix.net /content/pa/0687863764239192286718937179120914234578   (564 words)

  
 In Memory of James Hunter Blair   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
THE death occurred on Christmas morning of James Hunter Blair, extrovert laird of Blairquhan.
James Hunter Blair was born at Blairquhan on March 18, 1926, the youngest son of Sir James Hunter Blair, 7th baronet.
Educated at Eton, he was commissioned in the Scots Guards, and after demob in 1948, went to Balliol College at Oxford.
www.maybole.org /community/citizens/profiles/james_hunter_blair.htm   (351 words)

  
 Bush tells Iran, Syria how they can join Iraq talks - CNN.com
Blair said the report "offers a strong way forward" toward success "because the consequences of failure are severe." Bush said victory in Iraq is important to security in the Middle East, Britain, the United States and "the civilized world." (Watch Bush detail his meeting with Blair on their "daunting" task
Blair and Bush led the push to invade Iraq in 2003, which eventually toppled the regime of Saddam Hussein and opened the door to free elections.
Whatever the next moves by the allies, Blair said, "We've got to be very, very clear about this: It will require everybody to face up to their responsibilities; us, of course, because we are principal actors in this, but also the Iraqi government.
www.cnn.com /2006/POLITICS/12/07/bush.blair   (867 words)

  
 The Political Graveyard: Index to Politicians: Blair
Son of George Blair and Rhoda (Beackman) Blair; father of Charles A. Blair.
Blair, Ida — of Manhattan, New York County, N.Y. Democrat.
Blair, Jacob Beeson (1821-1901) — also known as Jacob B. Blair — of West Virginia.
politicalgraveyard.com /bio/blair.html   (1036 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | UK | UK Politics | No walking away from Iraq - Blair
But Mr Blair said that the general was not calling for the immediate withdrawal of British troops from Iraq.
But Mr Blair argued that to walk away from either Afghanistan or Iraq "will leave a situation in which the very people we are fighting everywhere, including the extremism in our own country, are heartened and emboldened and we can't afford that to happen.
Former US Secretary of State James Baker is compiling a report which, it has been reported, could recommend the large-scale withdrawal of troops from Iraq.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/uk_news/politics/6057812.stm   (623 words)

  
 Tim Blair
Since he started his blog years ago with the romantic sales pitch of going out on his own, Blair has had well paid editing and writing hobs with The Bulletin, and now News Limited, where he’s the paper’s opinion editor.
Blair is a part of the power establishment.
Well so is Tim Blair when it comes to media and political commentary.
www.timblair.net   (1884 words)

  
 Alchemy 2 (gen)
James found that his eyes adjusted quickly and he could see that Blair was in bed, the covers wrapped around him in such a way as to bind his arms to his sides.
James shook his head to rid himself of the thoughts as well as the rain that was dripping down his hat and under his collar.
James was set to argue, but when he saw how pale Blair was, saw the sheen of sweat on his face from the simple act of walking to the door, and knew this wasn't the time.
www.susans-stories.co.uk /alchemy2_gen.htm   (22907 words)

  
 James Blair, Attorney at Law | Greenville | Nelson Mullins | Of Counsel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
James A. Blair, III is of counsel to Nelson Mullins Riley and Scarborough LLP in Greenville where he practices in the areas of real estate development, corporate law, real estate litigation and public utilities.
Blair has tried a number of shareholder and partnership disputes to successful conclusion, representing both individuals and companies in related corporate litigation.
Blair is admitted to practice before the U.S. Tax Court, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, and the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina.
www.nelsonmullins.com /lawyers/nelson-mullins-attorney-bio.cfm?id=301   (282 words)

  
 James Blair — Infoplease.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
James BLAIR - BLAIR, James (ca.1790—1834) BLAIR, James, a Representative from South Carolina; born in the...
Democracy: with Tony Blair taking office for a record third time, popular revolutions in the former Soviet Union and a new government......
Practicing feminist politics: Emily Newell Blair and U.S. women's political choices in early twentieth century.
www.infoplease.com /ce6/people/A0807832.html   (367 words)

  
 The Blog | James Pinkerton: Blair's Burden | The Huffington Post   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Doing its part to huff, puff, and fluff Prime Minister Tony Blair into Churchillian proportions, the weekly asked if the terror attacks might undercut British resolve to keep troops in Iraq.
Blair: the establishment of a stable democracy in Iraq, peace between Israel and Palestine, and democratic reform elsewhere in the Middle East.”
Anyone living under Blair will tell you he's not one for turning, be that for the good or ill.
www.huffingtonpost.com /james-pinkerton/blairs-burden_b_4099.html   (624 words)

  
 JAMES BLAIR WHITE .   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
James B. White was the pilot of an F105D assigned a mission north of the Plain of Jars region of Xiangkhoang Province, Laos, on November 24, 1969.
This area was long controlled by the communist Pathet Lao and a continual effort had been made by the secret CIA-directed force of some 30,000 indigenous tribesmen to strengthen anti-communist strongholds there.
James Blair White graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1964.
www.members.tripod.com /~MRSKD/white.html   (293 words)

  
 MTA - James F. Blair
James F. Blair is chairperson of the Permanent Citizens Advisory Committee (PCAC) to the MTA.
Blair is a former senior managing director of the fixed income area of Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association-College Retirement Equities Fund (TIAA-CREF).
Blair holds a law degree from St. John’s University.
www.mta.nyc.ny.us /mta/leadership/blair.htm   (152 words)

  
 Columbia Encyclopedia - Blair James - AOL Research & Learn
Columbia Encyclopedia - Blair James - AOL Research & Learn
He returned to England (1691) to petition for a college, which when chartered in 1693 was named William and Mary after the monarchs.
With Henry Hartwell and Edward Chilton, Blair wrote The Present State of Virginia and the College (1727, ed.
reference.aol.com /columbia/_a/blair-james/20051205195409990027   (158 words)

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