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  The city of Carlisle | British History Online
1) that Carlisle, one of the strongest of the British towns was burnt by the Scots during the absence of the Romans in the reign of the Emperor Nero.
This city being a most important frontier town was frequently besieged during the wars between the English and the Scots, by which this county was particularly harrassed, in consequence of the contested claim to its dominion already spoken of.
Carlisle Castle is pleasantly situated at the north-west corner of the ancient walls of the city, on a steep bank, overlooking the Eden.
www.british-history.ac.uk /report.asp?compid=50684   (8704 words)

  
  Carlisle - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Carlisle is a city in the extreme north west of England, some 10 miles from the border with Scotland in the county of Cumbria.
It is part of the City of Carlisle local government district, and acts as the administrative centre for both the district and the county.
Carlisle is host for all three campuses of the Cumbria Institute of the Arts, with the main building in close vicinity to the River Eden.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Carlisle   (884 words)

  
 CARLISLE - LoveToKnow Article on CARLISLE
Carlisle (Caer Luel, Karliol) is first mentioned in 685, when under the name of Luel it was bestowed by Ecgfrith on St Cuthbert to form part of his see of Lindisfarne.
Although the city had been under the jurisdiction of a mayor and bailiffs at least as early as 1290, the first charter of incorporation was granted by Elizabeth ~fl 1566; it established a corporation under the style of a mayor, eleven worshipful persons, and twenty-four able persons.
In Carlisle is Dickinson College, founded in 1783 by Presbyterians, and named in honor of John Dickinson (q.v.), a benefactor of the college; it was reorganized in 1833 as a Methodist Episcopal College, and is now divided into the college, the school of law (founded in 1834) and Conway Hall, the preparatory department.
www.1911encyclopedia.org /C/CA/CARLISLE.htm   (1916 words)

  
 Cardiff City v Carlisle 17/03/01
Carlisle were getting niggly and nervy at the back, not helped by their keeper Glennon, who didn't catch one ball in the whole 90 minutes but struggling to hold City in other areas and out to stop us playing.
Carlisle said he was their biggest problem and, yes, he was involved in two goals but they seemed to be his only contributions of the afternoon.
City had a couple of let offs and spoiled their afternoon slightly by conceding a last minute goal but it was probably what they deserved for the way they shut down too early.
www.cardiffcity.com /reports2000-2001/170301rep.htm   (3387 words)

  
 Carlisle the Great Border City
Carlisle is an interesting enough city to visit in its own right, it has the beauty that it can be combined with a visit to the lakes, the cumbrian coast or the borders of Scotland or as a stopover on the route between Scotland and England.
The M6 came to Carlisle in 1970 as an isolated section from junctions 42-44 known as the Carlisle Bypass, it was joined to the rest of the M6 in 1971.
Carlisle is served by 3 junctions on the M6, 42, 43 and 44.
www.route6.co.uk /carlisle.php   (460 words)

  
 Carlisle City Council
Carlisle City Council is considering plans from Northcare Developments to build a private clinic in the grounds of the Cumberland Infirmary.
Carlisle City Council is considering plans from AWG Developments and H&H to build a £11m four-star hotel and office complex at Rosehill, with the creation of up to 500 jobs.
Carlisle City Council is to consider plans from Capita BS for the development of a £3m business centre at Kingmoor Park, which will house up to 500 staff working for the former design and business service of Cumbria County Council.
www.ukbusinesspark.co.uk /cal11075.htm   (304 words)

  
 Carlisle History
The city of Carlisle is nine miles south of the border with Scotland.
Carlisle is 295 miles from London, 95 miles from Glasgow, 98 miles from Edinburgh, 115 miles from York and Manchester, 58 miles from Newcastle upon Tyne, 107 miles from Stranraer, 25 miles from Cockermouth and 9 miles from Brampton.
Carlisle was noted for the manufacture of ginghams, hats, whips and fish-hooks, but its most noticeable industry was the cotton spinning and weaving.
www.geocities.com /SiliconValley/Garage/5414/CarlisleHist.html   (2429 words)

  
 Football Forums News: Bristol City sink Carlisle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
The youngster's pace and skill immediately began to unsettle Carlisle and his movement and deft chest control in the build-up to Peacock's goal was one of the final's outstanding moments.
Carlisle were never outclassed - the tireless work ethic of Roddy Collins' side and the performance of the goalkeeper Glennon made sure of that.
Carlisle worked impressively to disrupt City's passing game and Jon McCarthy typified their defensive diligence when he tracked back to head away Murray's cross before Roberts could get to the ball.
www.footballforums.net /news/printer_2442.php   (428 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Carlisle, city, United States, United States (U.S. Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
A munitions depot during the Revolution, Carlisle was a headquarters for Washington during the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794.
The borough was a stop on the Underground Railroad and was attacked during the Civil War by Gen. Fitzhugh Lee.
Carlisle is the seat of the U.S. Army War College and Dickinson College.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/C/CarlislUS.html   (222 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: New Carlisle, Ohio
As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 5,735.
In the city the population is spread out with 27.1% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 29.5% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.8% who are 65 years of age or older.
The median income for a household in the city is $39,081, and the median income for a family is $43,320.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/New-Carlisle,-Ohio   (941 words)

  
 UCLan Carlisle - Carlisle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Situated close to the Lake District, one of the most unspoilt areas of natural beauty in Europe, and also close to the Scottish Border, the City of Carlisle is fast becoming a popular student destination as it has plenty of places to relax after a long day of studying.
Carlisle is also fast becoming well known for the live acts that are attracted to play outdoor venues such as Bitts Park which played host to the Radio I One Big Sunday road-show, Pop 2 the Park and more recently a Children in Need concert.
The nightlife also offers something for everyone and although Carlisle is a smaller city, new developments such as the multi million “golden mile” of trendy new bars, entertainment venues and eating places and two multiplex cinemas located in the city centre still offer prospective students the variety of nightlife they need.
www.uclan.ac.uk /carlisle/aboutcarlisle.htm   (248 words)

  
 Lincoln City v Carlisle United 02-05-01
Carlisle pushed forward after the break with Soley heading wide from a 56th minute Maddison cross.
Carlisle were almost caught on the break as Lee Thorpe got away down the left to force a full length save out of Glennon.
Carlisle were then content to play the game out with Lincoln finding it difficult to break down the resolute Cumbrian defence in which Dave Morley was again outstanding.
www.btinternet.com /~mike.corry/carlislearchive/2000-2001/010502.html   (420 words)

  
 Carlisle, cumbria
Carlisle Castle is a great medieval fortress that has watched over the City of Carlisle for over nine centuries.
Carlisle is the northern end of the famous 72 mile Settle-Carlisle Railway.
The original southern entrance to the City, Bothergate, was replaced in the 16th Century, and then again in the 19th Century, with two new towers known as the Citadel.
www.visitcumbria.com /car/carlisle.htm   (457 words)

  
 Search Results for "Carlisle"   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Carlisle, city, United States, (karlil´, kar´lil) (KEY), borough (1990 pop.
Carlisle Indian School, in Carlisle, Pa., the first federally supported school for Native Americans to be established off a reservation; it was founded in 1879 by...
He studied medicine in Ireland and after 1764 practiced in Carlisle, Pa. He was called to service as colonel of a Pennsylvania regiment...
www.bartleby.com /cgi-bin/texis/webinator/sitesearch?FILTER=col65&query=Carlisle   (244 words)

  
 We endorse Carlisle for city prosecutor - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper
Carlisle's opponent (and predecessor as former city prosecutor), Keith Kaneshiro, has offered a strong and focused program that would serve him well if he is returned once again to office.
But Carlisle's overall energy, the professionalism he has brought to the office and his willingness to take on difficult and politically sensitive cases warrant another term.
While Carlisle has earned a reputation as a strong law-and-order advocate, pushing for swifter and more certain incarceration of serious offenders and for tools that would ease the burden of law enforcement and prosecution, his overall outlook is both nuanced and sensible.
the.honoluluadvertiser.com /article/2004/Sep/08/op/op01a.html   (351 words)

  
 West Carlisle involuntary annexation petition
Future growth of Carlisle is limited to the East because of the Middle River flood plain and to the North by the Red Rock flood pool.
Carlisle is debating whether to add to the present police force or to develop a 28E with the Polk County Sheriff.
Carlisle is debating whether to add to public works for road maintenance or to develop a 28E with Polk County.
showcase.netins.net /web/westcarlisle/dsm/CWinvpet.html   (3019 words)

  
 VisitBritain : Carlisle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Carlisle is a city of vital strategic importance.
In Carlisle you can also relive the years between the 14th and 17th centuries when the western end of the border was a lawless place, beset by feuds and bloody battles between warring families to uphold their honour and protect property and possessions.
The city’s cathedral, with its famous 14th century stained glass window, is a must-see as is the award winning Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, with its innovative Millennium Gallery.
www.visitdemo.com /destinationguides/North_West/Destinations/carlisle.aspx   (205 words)

  
 Corvus '99 - Carlisle Castle   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
After Arthur 'walks in' on Lancelot and Guinevere, she is brought to Carlisle to be burnt at the stake.
The city of Carlisle a few miles south of the border with Scotland, has had a bloody history and Carlisle Castle bore the brunt of the frequent Scots attacks on the city.
Carlisle Castle has been in the hands of the military, without break, for 800 years and is now also home to the museum of the Kings Own Border Regiment and the Border Regiment.
members.aol.com /corvus1999/car.htm   (462 words)

  
 Carlisle to contest election
CARLISLE — The city of Carlisle will be contesting the Nov. 8 general election due to problems with the Montgomery County vote count.
At stake is the city's continuing 3.8-mill replacement fire levy, which was defeated on the Warren County side of Carlisle by a final vote of 526 to 514 and was winning on the Montgomery County side by a vote of 37-36.
City Manager Brad Townsend told council that after discussions with city Law Director David Chicarelli, the Montgomery County Prosecutor's Office and the Montgomery County Board of Elections, it would be in the city's best interests to contest the outcome.
www.middletownjournal.com /news/content/news/stories/2005/11/23/mj1123carlisle.html   (534 words)

  
 West Carlisle Wins
The City of Carlisle agrees to refrain from annexing territory that lies to the
Two cities cannot contractually agree to eliminate the statutory right of a non-party territory to act affirmatively to join or unite their territory to a city, albeit without the city's help.
If carlisle has not participated by the end of that 90 day period, the CDB must initiate proceedings and form a committee, at which point the CDB no longer has the power to dismiss the petition if the requirements of Iowa Code sections 368.16 and 368.17 are fulfilled.
showcase.netins.net /web/westcarlisle/dsm/westcarlisle.html   (3747 words)

  
 Cardiff City v Carlisle United 17-03-01
Carlisle's recent run of form came to an abrupt end at high flying Cardiff City, with a drubbing that brought home the reality of the adage "you only get what you pay for."
Cardiff allowed Carlisle a little more possession after the second goal and Dobie was unlucky after 25 minutes to see a goalbound header ricochet off Cardiff keeper Mark Walton onto a defender and away to safety.
Carlisle did manage to pull a goal back in the last minute when substitutes Jon Cullen and Steve Halliday combined to allow Halliday a right foot shot into the corner of the net.
www.btinternet.com /~mike.corry/carlislearchive/2000-2001/010317.html   (657 words)

  
 Carlisle Race Course on AboutBritain.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Carlisle Racecourse is situated at Blackwell on the outskirts of the historic border city of Carlisle.
Carlisle Racecourse is the ideal place to entertain business associates, customers, staff of friends and family in a unique relaxed atmosphere.
The County Hotel is situated in the heart of the historic city of Carlisle.
www.aboutbritain.com /carlisleracecourse.htm   (505 words)

  
 CUFC Online - Match Reports: Bristol City 1 Carlisle United 0
Carlisle, who pride themselves on their low card count, picked up three in the first half which was prickled with ill-feeling.
Harper on the left and Kevin Gall on the right worried City with their speed and after Basso had saved well, City were indebted to Liam Fontaine for a tackle which lifted a shot from Harper over the bar.
City, who were being out-gunned in the middle of the park, found more determination in the second half and Jevons was released to go forward more.
www.carlisleunited-mad.co.uk /news/loadrprt.asp?cid=MTCH&id=312046   (498 words)

  
 AllRefer.com - Carlisle, city, England (British And Irish Political Geography) - Encyclopedia
The city of Carlisle is an important rail center.
The city's location was formerly strategic; the Roman camp Luguvallium stood there, near Hadrian's Wall.
During the English civil war, parliamentarians captured Carlisle.
reference.allrefer.com /encyclopedia/C/CarlislEng.html   (226 words)

  
 Welcome to the City of Carlisle, Arkansas
Carlisle is a proud community of caring, friendly, hard-working people.
If you are looking for a great place to build a house and raise a family, Carlisle has a lot to offer.
If you are a business owner looking to relocate or expand your business, you'll find an accommodating city government, with a "can do" attitude, that is ready to help you achieve your goals.
www.carlislear.org   (191 words)

  
 The History of Carlisle, Arkansas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
This publication is a pictorial history of the city of Carlisle and its first settlers.
The focus of this article is on the construction of the public library in Carlisle.
This article was printed on the one hundred twenty-fourth anniversary of the development of the Carlisle School District.
asms.k12.ar.us /armem/99-00/KittlerB/bib.htm   (307 words)

  
 Carlisle City
Carlisle on the M6 Motorway at the North end of Cumbria on the Scottish Border is a historic City, worthy of a visit at anytime of the year and perfectly located for a restful few hours or stopover while en-route North or South.
The Cities name comes from the Carvel Cross (Carlisle) which stood in the town acting as a central meeting place, from which Bonnie Prince Charlie made his proclamation claiming the throne for his father.
Carlisle Castle is a Medieval Fortress of Red stone built by William II after bring to an end 200 years of Scottish Rule in 1092, which was followed by centuries of conflict during which it changed hand again twice.
www.cumbrian-lakes.co.uk /carlisle.htm   (452 words)

  
 ipedia.com: Carlisle Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
Because of the frequently changing position of the Anglo-Scottish border during the Wars of Independence, Carlisle has a distinct Scottish ambience, despite being in England.
Carlisle is also a principal station on the West Coast main railway line.
Carlisle is represented in English football league Division 3 by Carlisle United F.C. Related Content and Links
www.ipedia.com /carlisle.html   (373 words)

  
 Carlisle, AR News
A Carlisle escapee is back behind bars Wednesday night after several weeks on the loose.
Carlisle school elections are Sept. 20; 3 are contested
Carlisle voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, Sept. 20, to choose who they want to make decisions for the Carlisle School District for the next few years.
www.topix.net /city/carlisle-ar   (390 words)

  
 Carlisle Pennsylvania Real Estate
Carlisle housing types available include single family, residential, investment properties, town homes and condominiums.
Carlisle, is not only Cumberland County’s Seat, but it is also home to the United States Army War College, Dickinson College and Dickinson School of Law of Penn State University.
Harrisburg International airport is only 35 minutes from Carlisle and is the major airport for the center of PA. Hershey with its park, medical center, and many attractions is only 40 minutes away.
www.relocate-america.com /states/PA/cities/carlisle.htm   (484 words)

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