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In the News (Wed 16 Dec 09)

  
  The Highground :: Veterans Memorial Park :: The Doughboy
The Highground's Doughboy is different than the traditional Doughboy statue in the United States in several respects.
The traditional statue shows the right arm being stretched out with a cupped hand, as though he was throwing a grenade, and the left hand holding his rifle at the ready.
Keeping this in mind, our Doughboy was changed so that he has his rifle at parade rest, not at the ready.
www.thehighground.org /tributes/doughboy   (171 words)

  
  E. M. Viquesney's Spirit of the American Doughboy
The Doughboy is hollow and weighs only about 200 pounds, except in locations where cement or some other substance has been put in the legs or lower body to lower its center of gravity and add stability – a matter that’s been regretted in some instances.
Doughboys continued to be erected until 1943, but the frequency declined in the 1930s as the depression set in and as the freshness wore off memories of the war.
The Doughboy that’s now in the most public place is the one rededicated September 27, 2003 in a concourse near Gate O at the south entrance to Chicago’s newly restored and rebuilt Soldier Field.
doughboy_lamp.tripod.com /earlspages/id59.html   (4707 words)

  
 Pillsbury Doughboy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Poppin' Fresh, the Pillsbury Doughboy, is an advertising icon and mascot of The Pillsbury Company, appearing in many of their commercials.
A 3-D Doughboy doll of clay was then created at a cost of $16,000.
The name of the webtoon Spoilsbury Toast Boy (though not the imagery) is an obvious take-off of the Pillsbury Doughboy.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pillsbury_Doughboy   (551 words)

  
 Origins of "Doughboy"
Doughboy as applied to the infantry of the U.S. Army first appears, without any precedent that can be documented, in accounts of the Mexican-American War of 1846-47.
Doughboy Drill became synonymous with close-order infantry drill and supplies of prophylactics for soldiers on pass became known as Doughboy Kits.
Somehow, in a mere nineteen months, doughboy became the universally popular nickname of all the American troops sent to Europe pushing "Yanks" [recall that in the hit song Over There it was the "Yanks" who were coming...] and the media inspiration of the moment "Sammies" [after Uncle Sam] to the sideline.
www.worldwar1.com /dbc/origindb.htm   (1998 words)

  
 Doughboy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
In 1944, an "American Doughboy" statue was erected in front of the Honor Roll Board that was located at the corner of Graham and Darrow Roads.
And some say the doughboy could have been used as advertising to sell war bonds in World War I. According to Thomas Troyer, a member of the Stow Historical Society, the doughboy was created by a bond salesman named Jerry Ricketts and then donated to the city after the war was over.
To many, the doughboy is a symbol of Stow's spirit during war time, as well as an historical momento; and a landmark remembered by many.
www.stow.oh.us /Doughboy.html   (992 words)

  
 Pool Town - Family Fun Discount Center :: Doughboy Pools, Coast Spas, Billiards, Pool Supplies
Doughboy pool frames are designed to last, whether they are made from steel or resin.
Doughboy liners are manufactured with a specialized formulation proven over years for superior quality.
Doughboy’s procedures include a flattened area in the corrugation around our skimmer/return openings and a special U-gasket is used to protect the raw edge of the steel to assure a no-leak skimmer installation.
www.pooltown.net /pool_buyers_guide.htm   (1194 words)

  
 Obituary of the Pillsbury Dough Boy
Veteran Pillsbury spokesperson, The Pillsbury Doughboy, died yesterday of a severe yeast infection and complications from repeated pokes to the belly.
Doughboy was buried in a slightly greased coffin.
Doughboy is survived by his second wife, Play Dough.
www.homeschooloasis.com /storehs_obituary_of_pillsbury.htm   (177 words)

  
 RailsOnly.com Forums - Doughboy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection and
Doughboy was buried in a lightly greased coffin.
Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his later life was filled with turnovers.
www.railsonly.com /vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3080   (275 words)

  
 Pool World - Doughboy Liners
Doughboy® is the only above ground pool manufacturer that produces virgin-vinyl liner material made to original Doughboy® specifications to guarantee exceptional premium quality.
Doughboy 20 mil liners are a comfortable 25% thicker than a comparable 20 gauge liner.
Doughboy® Liners are far superior in puncture resistance, abrasion resistance, overall durability and longevity.
www.poolworld.com /pools/doughboy/db_liners.htm   (311 words)

  
 Yeast Infection Kills Doughboy
Doughboy was buried in one of the largest funeral ceremonies in recent years.
She described the Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded.
Doughboy rose quickly in show business, but his life lately was filled with many turnovers.
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/microbiology/28863   (484 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Pillsbury Doughboy
It is controversial whether or not the webtoon Spoilsbury Toast Boy is a parody of the Pillsbury Doughboy, though it is suspected by some.
Burns, who is intoxicated due to either consumption, due to his resemblance to the Pillsbury Doughboy.
Historically, however, Pillsbury was a rival company to General Mills, also based in Minneapolis that was one of the world's largest producers of grain and other foodstuffs until its acquisition by General Mills in 2000.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Pillsbury-Doughboy   (412 words)

  
 Salon Media | The inner Doughboy
The Pillsbury Doughboy, after all, is not a conscious actor, but a pixelated arrangement of circles, cylinders and rectangles, presumably devoid of any rational mental functioning.
The Doughboy superego was plumbed in several lengthy conference calls, in which the milk lobbyists tried to persuade the Pillsbury executives that the ad was all in good fun.
Hanlin is a gracious, friendly woman, a consummate professional, but when the conversation turned to the Doughboy, she turned tense and evasive.
www.salon.com /media/col/shal/2000/03/23/doughboy   (926 words)

  
 Doughboy and Sprout Collecting News
The other shows the Doughboy on a red and white checkerboard background and has the Pillsbury symbol.
The first style matches the blue and white linens which have the Doughboy with a wooden spoon in one hand and a spatula in the other hand.
The spoonrest has the Doughboy holding the plate of cookies but also has a flour sack beside him.
www3.pgh.net /~glshir/News.htm   (782 words)

  
 Sites In Axtell   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The bronze Doughboy had cost $1,173, the monument base $550, bronze tablet with names $110, freight and labor $12.39.
In March 1955, the city obtained a lease from the railroad for a small piece of land on the northeast corner of the intersection so the Doughboy could be moved to a more appropriate location.
In April 1960, the Doughboy and its base were removed from the concrete perch and positioned on the land at the northeast corner of the intersection.
www.marshallco.net /axtell/sites.html   (1226 words)

  
 Previous Columns/Posted 01/10/98
There turns out to be quite a bit of controversy about the origin of "doughboy" as a slang term for a soldier or infantryman, but one certainty is that the term is much older than most people would suspect.
Custer, the term was applied to infantrymen because the large brass buttons on their uniforms reminded someone of these naval "doughboys." Lending support to at least the culinary aspect of Mrs.
There are other theories about "doughboy," such as those tracing the term to the adobe clay barracks housing soldiers in the American Southwest at that time ("adobe boys" becoming "doughboys"), or soldiers using adobe dust to whiten their white uniform belts, or soldiers' boots being caked with adobe mud.
www.word-detective.com /011098.html   (1953 words)

  
 Pool World - Doughboy Pools
Doughboy® has since gained worldwide recognition by establishing a tradition of quality design, engineering and service.
Doughboy® has maintained their reputation by building the highest quality above ground pools.
With Doughboy's exciting variety of decorative wall patterns and pool sizes, you'll easily find a pool that perfectly matches your family's unique style and yard.
www.poolworld.com /pools/doughboy/index_db.htm   (289 words)

  
 Doughboy Challenge
This year General Mills is hosting a 5k run, a 1 mile walk.
The Doughboy Challenge is part of General Mill’s commitment to the community, fitness, and families.
The cheerful participants, volunteers and special sponsors make this an event to remember!
www.doughboychallenge.com   (107 words)

  
 Doughboy
Doughboy, the inventor of the above-ground pool, has been making pools for over 50 years.
Doughboy's excellences goes far beyond just offering top quality pools, they also produce a complete line of quality filtration systems, skimmers, ladders, automatic pool cleaners, and much more.
Doughboy has everthing you need to make your swimming pool experience as rewarding as possible.
www.westtexaspools.com /doughboy.html   (74 words)

  
 Essays and Crap
Originally called "Poppin' Fresh," the Doughboy has a full personality that encompasses the naïveté of a child and the wisdom of a seasoned chef.
The Doughboy should be able to participate fully in Pillsbury advertising as a character that moves and talks and interacts with people in the commercial or with viewers.
Visit doughboy.com for a real treat — I am happy to report that my answers were 81.82% correct (9 questions out of 11) on the doughboy trivia section.
www.culturefreak.com /doughboy.html   (325 words)

  
 Doughboy and Sprout Collecting News
The second t-shirt is white with the Doughboy slam-dunking a chocolate chip cookie in a tall glass of milk.
The second Doughboy watch has a blue outline of the Doughboy at 12, 3, 6, and 9 o'clock and the band is blue plastic with white Doughboys.
The fourth Doughboy watch is a smaller version of the third with a blue plastic band with white Doughboys.
users.stargate.net /~glshir/OLDNEWS.HTM   (1488 words)

  
 Pillsbury Doughboy interview
So while he worked the crowd, we approached his publicist to get a behind-the-scenes story before talking to the doughed one himself.
I noticed it says on the flyers the Doughboy is 8 Ft. Tall.
Do you think there'd be much difference between, say, a 6 ft. Doughboy and...
www.stayfreemagazine.org /10/doughboy.htm   (810 words)

  
 Michael Rodent's Bed , Bath & Kitchen - Pillsbury Doughboy Kitchen Towels and Linens - Canada Post eStore   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Pillsbury Doughboy printed kitchen towels (tea towels), Pillsbury Doughboy printed dish cloths, Pillsbury Doughboy printed potholders (pot holders) and the Pillsbury Doughboy Printed oven mitt are now available for shipping.
Doughboy Coffee Time (Yellow gingham); Doughboy Apple Pie (red, white and blue) and Doughboy Apples and Cherries (green, white and red).
Pillsbury Doughboy kitchen towels and accessories have arrived for the first time in many years.
www.canada-shops.com /Stores/michaelrodents/c230895.2.html   (332 words)

  
 Doughboy Pools of Florida
With Doughboy's exciting variety of decorative wall patterns and pool sizes, you'll easily find a pool that matches perfectly with your family's unique style.
A Doughboy above-ground pool allows your family to experience the best in backyard fun and recreation, all in the comfort of your own backyard.
During the first three years of each warranty, the liner is covered 100% against manufacturer defects (the remainder of the warranty period is prorated).
www.floridahotspring.com /dough-boy-pools.html   (174 words)

  
 Inland Empire Hot Spring Spas: Doughboy Pool models
Doughboy Pools not only offer a tremendous array of sizes to fit any yard, we also offer a a wealth of different pool models to fit your sense of style and budget.
Each style category addresses different requirements that you as a consumer demand, and we are happy and proud to offer them.
Doughboy dealers are bound by agreements with the manufacturer not to do so.
www.doughboypools-online.com /dbmodel.htm   (227 words)

  
 Above-Ground Doughboy Pools or Inground
Doughboy Pools® is the world's leading manufacturer of above ground pools.
With a Doughboy pool, you'll discover a healthy, fun-filled way to spend time together with family and friends, all in the convenience of your own backyard.
Be a source of pride and value for years to come.
www.poolyard.com /pools.html   (142 words)

  
 R.I.P. Pillsbury Doughboy...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Pillsbury Doughboy died yesterday of a yeast infection and complications from repeated pokes in the belly.
Long-time friend Aunt Jemima delivered the eulogy, describing Doughboy as a man who never knew how much he was kneaded.
Doughboy is survived by his wife, Play Dough; two children, John Dough and Jane Dough, as well as having a bun in the oven.
www.ittakesgrit.org /Jokes_PillsburyDoughboy.htm   (186 words)

  
 MMMC Guided Tour: Funkstown Doughboy Monument- MDSOS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The popular Doughboy statues were descended from the Civil War common soldier statues.
There are seven Doughboys in Maryland made of copper, bronze, granite or marble.
Washington County is home to a second Doughboy statue, cast in bronze, in Williamsport.
www.sos.state.md.us /MMMC/vt7-funkstowndoboy.html   (115 words)

  
 LAist: Doughboy Diaries: In LA and Over the Hill...Wheee!
Thinking about the Doughboy makes us a little nostalgic about some of the baked goods he's endorsed over the years.
We're wishing the Poppin' Fresh Doughboy a very happy 40th, and, at the very least, want to thank him for helping to make "Funfetti" part of our vocabulary.
The Pillsbury Doughboy will be celebrating his birthday on Saturday, July 23 on the Santa Monica Pier.
www.laist.com /archives/2005/07/21/doughboy_diaries_in_la_and_over_the_hillwheee.php   (238 words)

  
 Salon Brand X | The inner Doughboy   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
I asked Ready if he wasn't concerned that the Doughboy's act might be growing a little stale; if Jeff Manning's focus group transcripts didn't show that consumers were hungering for a darker, more defiant Doughboy.
This would be a one-time lark, a spoof, a temporary detour from his contribution to the betterment of humanity.
A few weeks ago, I might have surmised that Ready was crazy, that too many days and nights spent in the constant company of his jolly, jaunty baby-man had thoroughly toasted his strudel.
archive.salon.com /media/col/shal/2000/03/23/doughboy/print.html   (3707 words)

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