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  Hunt, Gordon   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Gordon Stark Hunt was born on June 16, 1910 in Livermore, IA, the son of Seymour and Gertie (Stark) Hunt.
Gordon was a former member of the North Star School Board and on the Pennington County Fair Board.
Gordon is survived by his wife, Johanna; one son, Jerry (special friend Velma Taggart) of Thief River Falls; two daughters, Audrey (David) Thomas of New Richmond, WI and Shirley Borgie of Oak Creek, WI; one sister, Marian Williams of Thief River Falls; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
www.trftimes.com /obits/Hunt_Gordon.htm   (284 words)

  
 Tour of Tasmania: Gordon River
Huon pine stands are to be found on each bank of the river, and when the cruise reaches Heritage Landing, it is possible to walk through the rainforest to see one particular specimen over 2,000 years old.
The Gordon's mystical dark waters are naturally coloured by tannin leaching from the surrounding rainforests.
The downstream portion of the Gordon River reached the TV screens of the world in the early 1980's when it was scheduled to be dammed as part of a hydro electricity scheme, but the federal government intervened to prevent the project.
tourtasmania.com /content.php?id=gordon   (123 words)

  
 Gordon Dam
The Gordon St. Croix Flowage Dam is located seven miles down stream form the town of Gordon, Douglas County, in Wisconsin.
The town of Gordon is located at the junctions of the St. Croix River and Eau Claire “Wayakomig” Rivers.
Nami Kowagon, or Gordon St. Croix Dam, originally showed evidence of being partly diverted or constructed by the Indians with rocks and sticks for the purpose of fishing.
www.gordonflowage.com /GDHistory.htm   (1121 words)

  
 BC Rivers - Gordon River - BritishColumbia.com
Access to the Gordon River is good from the Gordon River Main logging road that parallels the river for most of its route.
The Gordon is a small, fast-flowing stream with coho runs in the fall and a summer steelhead run in June and early July.
Cutthroat are caught near the mouth of the Gordon River.
www.britishcolumbia.com /LakesAndRivers/Rivers/details/?ID=89   (117 words)

  
 Gordon River - more power to Tasmania
The Gordon River Power Development was approved by Parliament in 1967 to meet the continuing growth in demand for power.
A 140 m high concrete arch dam on the Gordon River forms Lake Gordon with a surface area of 272 square kilometres.
Scotts Peak is a 43 m high rockfill dam with a bitumen upstream face on the upper reaches of the Huon River near Scotts Peak.
www.wheretostay.net /article/auGordonRiver   (799 words)

  
 Mary Gordon Electric River Boat   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The Mary Gordon was built in 1898 on the Thames of teak planking on oak frames, by Sergeants, boatbuilders of Eel Pie Island.
In 1948 Frank Baines sold the Mary Gordon to the legendary William 'Skipper' Ross Hendry and it is during the period of his ownership that most people remember her, taking thousands of Lincoln folk between the Brayford Pool and the Pyewipe Inn or Saxilby.
The Mary Gordon was purchased from Graham Mackereth for the nominal sum of one pound.
www.marygordon.org.uk /marygordon.htm   (1641 words)

  
 George William Gordon
George William Gordon was the son of a Scottish planter, Joseph Gordon, and a slave woman.
Gordon concentrated on buying and leasing lands which he cut up and sold or sublet cheaply to the negro peasants who, at the time, had great difficulty obtaining land.
On hearing of the warrant, Gordon went to Headquarters House, the building where the legislature held meetings, and was arrested.
www.moec.gov.jm /heroes/gordon.htm   (636 words)

  
 Gordon's of Lochinvar
Gordon's troop was assigned to conduct the Union prisoners from Thompson’s Station to Tullahoma, Tennessee.
Gordon was a fugitive in enemy territory with his identity and background unknown to all present except his cousin, nevertheless after the toast to "Uncle Sam"; Gordon arose to propose a toast to "Cousin Sally".
Gordon knew he was now free from danger of arrest and felt so relieved that he stood up in the train and yelled, "Hurrah for Jeff Davis and the Southern Confederacy".
www.gordonsoflochinvar.com /book.html   (15101 words)

  
 Lake Gordon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Lake Gordon is the name of a lake created by the Gordon Dam on the upper reaches of the Gordon River in central Tasmania.
Lake Gordon is connected with the (new) Lake Pedder which supplies additional water for the Gordon power station.
Additional dams were proposed for the lower Gordon River, but were not proceeded with due to a challenge by the Federal government - see the Franklin Dam for details.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lake_Gordon   (171 words)

  
 Riverhill girl hoops - news and notes
River Hill had averaged 68.4 points before meeting a stingy Vikings defense that hadn't allowed an opponent to reach the 40-point plateau.
River Hill, which entered the tournament undefeated and ranked 10th, lost to last season's Maryland 3A champion and sixth-ranked Gwynn Park in the first round, 64-59 on Dec. 26, then fell to seventh-ranked Oxon Hill, which reached the 4A state final last season, 39-29.
River Hill also has 5-10 senior guard-forward Laura Hostetler, who is averaging a team-high 19.1 points per game -- 17th highest in the area -- and is complemented by Thomas, who averages 10.1 points per game.
www.riverhill.org /girlhoops/newsandnotes.htm   (1967 words)

  
 Gordon River, Australia
From Strahan there are boat and seaplane trips to the lower course of the Gordon River, where there are still unspoiled expanses of rain forest, with idyllic waterfalls and Huon pines.
The tracts of dense and impenetrable rain forest and the tumultuous rivers Franklin and Gordon, untamed by any dams, are particularly impressive when seen from the air.
There are also sightseeing flights to the junction of the Franklin and the Gordon at Sir John Falls, over Frenchmans Cap and to Queenstown.
www.planetware.com /macquarie-harbour/gordon-river-aus-tas-gr.htm   (113 words)

  
 Gordon River - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Gordon River is one of the major rivers of Tasmania, Australia.
The Gordon Dam was constructed to impound the upper reaches of the Gordon River, forming Lake Gordon and the new Lake Pedder for hydro-electric power generation.
As with many rivers in western Tasmania, the water is fresh and drinkable, but has the colour of weak tea due to the absorption of tannin from button grass growing in the catchment area.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gordon_River   (325 words)

  
 Gordon River - WW kayaking on coastal british columbia - CoastalBC.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Gordon River - WW kayaking on coastal british columbia - CoastalBC.com
island rivers WW puntledge river gordon river kosilah river cowichan river chemainus river englishmen river gold river stamp river sable river browns river kennedy river
mainland rivers WW rutherford creek ashlu river birkenhead river elaho river squamish river calcheak river mashiter creek
www.coastalbc.com /kayak/rivers/gordon.htm   (164 words)

  
 Franklin-Gordon Riv NP
The Franklin River is one of the great rivers of Australia, and the only major wild river system in Tasmania that’s not been dammed.
It flows for 120km from the Cheyne Range to the majestic Gordon River, from an altitude of 1400m down to almost sea level.
From the Franklin River to Lake Vera the well-defined track crosses plains and foothills, then becomes steep and rough as it climbs to Barron Pass, where there are magnificent views, becoming easier again on the way to Lake Tahune, close to the cliffs of Frenchmans Cap.
www.pacificislandtravel.com /australia/tasmania/gordonriver.asp   (1275 words)

  
 Gordon Setter - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Gordon Setter, breed of gun dog, used chiefly in hunting birds, particularly woodcock.
Pointing breed trials test the dogs' ability to scent and seek out game birds such as pheasants, partridges, grouse, and quail.
Gordon, United Kingdom parliamentary constituency in the Grampian region of north-eastern Scotland.
uk.encarta.msn.com /Gordon_Setter.html   (125 words)

  
 Gordon River   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Gordon River Decor is pleased to offer Yoga and Meditation Trunks to support you on your journey.The trunks themselves are elevated, and can serve as altar space.
The trunk design and finishes are created by two generations of artists at Gordon River Décor in Naples, Florida.
The artists/designers are all active in meditation and yoga practice, and the trunks grew from their own need for attractive storage and altar space.
www.gordonriverdecor.com   (402 words)

  
 CD Baby: GORDON TITCOMB: The Last Train
Gordon has been a regular session player with leading recording artists for over three decades and The Last Train, his first original CD, is well worth the wait.
Gordon gets to strut his stuff on mandolin and banjo on several cuts, but he is also backed up by some of the best musicians in bluegrass and folk including Mike Auldrige, Bill Keith, Arlo Guthrie, Mike Munford and Antoinne Silverman.
Gordon’s voice is mellow, and there is a feeling expressed in his words that pulls you in and makes you empathize.
www.cdbaby.com /cd/titcomb   (1976 words)

  
 Tours & Cruises for Tasmania, Australia - Gordon River Cruises - Tasmania Visitors Bureau
Your voyage of discovery begins in the Gordon River Cruises dockside terminal.
A the southern end of the Harbour, the wide mouth of the Gordon River opens to quiet river reaches, where ancient Huon pines and forests are perfectly reflected in the dark, mirror calm waters.
The Gordon River Cruises dockside terminal building is on the wharf as you enter town.
www.tasmania.visitorsbureau.com.au /gordon_river_cruises/index.html   (511 words)

  
 Gordon River BC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
Gordon River ~ Vancouver Island // BC The Gordon River is a classic Vancouver Island River that flows from near Lake Cowichan to Port Renfrew.
The Upper Gordon is a classic pool-drop river that runs often and can be run at a wide range of levels.
This run is a step up from the Lower Gordon run and is often combined with the Middle Gordon Run for a full day paddling.
www.alpiner-kajak-club.de /inhalt/impressionen/gordonriver/gordon.htm   (207 words)

  
 Trail results for Gordon
Croix River: Gordon Dam to Wisconsin Highway 35
Gordon and Floyd Counties on its way to Rome, where it combines with the...
Gordon, the high ground and the company that digs under this?um, for...
www.trails.com /advancedfind.asp?Keyword=Gordon   (533 words)

  
 Tom Sheehan's digital photos of Norwell, North River and Gordon Pond photos, Gordon Pond infrared photo, Jacobs Farm ...
There are photos of the North River, too: in winter snow at Gordon Pond in the Norris Reservation, and as seen from the boathouse.
This photo was taken on January 1, 2006 from the boat house located in the Norris Reservation, which runs along the North River in Norwell.
Here is another photo of Gordon Pond, located in the Norris Reservation in Norwell, taken from a catwalk which encircles part of it.
digitalscenic.com /gallery3.htm   (923 words)

  
 Gordon River Cruises
Gordon River Cruises operate a similar schedule to the other company, and similar high standard vessel and crew.
This body of water is a unique attraction in itself: more than 110 square miles of natural, protected harbour surrounding the crumbling history of Sarah Island and giving way to the open ocean through the narrow and turbulent Hells Gates.
The Gordon River; Macquarie Harbour; Rainforest and ruins; Hell and high water- This is a cruise unlike any other.
www.tasmaniatravel.com.au /tourtext/grc.htm   (340 words)

  
 Barros, Gordon
Gordon Barros was born on March 20, 1932 in Alexandria, the son of Edwin John and Hazel Dorothy (Brown) Barros.
Although he suffered from epileptic seizures, Gordon managed to care for himself for many years.
Gordon collected and repaired clocks and enjoyed fixing things.
www.trftimes.com /obits/barros_gordon.htm   (236 words)

  
 Trip through time | marconews.com | Marco Eagle | Marco Island, FL
The ill-conceived transformation of the Gordon River and Naples Bay led to an economic boom and an ecological bust.
The monochromatic color scheme and 6-foot-tall chain-link fence signal that this, the Gordon River Apartment complex, is one of Naples’ poorest enclaves.
The river is flanked by mangroves where Rock Creek joins the river from the east.
www.marconews.com /news/2006/sep/03/trip_through_time   (2790 words)

  
 Gordon River Travel Information
The Gordon River runs through the forests of the Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers National Park.
The Gordon is calm is comparison to the ferocious Franklin River on which visitors can white-water raft.
The entire course of the Gordon River is uninhabited wilderness area.
www.australian-travel.org /asp/tasmania/gordon-river.asp   (95 words)

  
 Gordon County Online - Public Notices
Calhoun—The Gordon County Board of Commissioners is demonstrating they’re not being stingy with SPLOST proceeds.
Calhoun—An already active Youth Football League in Gordon County is expanding, thanks to a grant award from the NFL Youth Football Fund.
The Gordon County Recreation Department will continue the process of creating a master plan for recreation in Gordon County with the second in a series of public meetings.
www.gordoncounty.org /news.asp?page=11   (510 words)

  
 Gordon River Cruises - Welcome to Gordon River Cruises
The ancient, mirror like waters of the Gordon River meander down from their source in the Central Highlands, through a breathtaking World Heritage rivers cape of temperate rainforest and mountain crag, to the river mouth of Macquarie Harbour.
The Macquarie Harbour: more than 110 square miles of natural, protected water surrounding the crumbling history of Sarah Island and giving way to the open ocean through the narrow and turbulent Hells Gates.
Gordon River Cruises has recently introduced a beautiful new vessel specifically designed for this World Heritage cruise.
www.gordonrivercruises.com.au   (261 words)

  
 Gordon river cruise facts (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab1.netlab.uky.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-05)
The highlight of the wilderness walk is the 2000 year-old tree that was growing before Christ was born.
For anyone familiar with this cruise which has been in operation for 20 years, Gordon River Cruises has been through a total change of company structure and recently introduced a beautiful new vessel specifically designed for this cruise.
A very fast and quiet Catamaran, she produces minimal wake which is vital for world heritage areas - (and the fish farmers on the harbour appreciate it).
www.tasmaniatravel.com.cob-web.org:8888 /tourtext/grcitin.htm   (520 words)

  
 Macquarie Harbour/Gordon River
Into this harbour flow many rivers, not the least the Gordon River, which was nearly damned many years ago till Federal Govt intervention saved it in 1984.
The river near the Sir John Falls was still very misty and obviously not clear enough for a landing.
There was a flsmith shack to shoe the horses the piners used to haul trees to river.
members.iinet.net.au /~lford1/gordon.htm   (2378 words)

  
 Mary Gordon Electric River Boat - some technical notes
Reflecting the technology of that time, The Mary Gordon's original 'step' controller was basically that of an electric tram or locomotive, a technology that was developing rapidly at the time.
The batteries were positioned in the keel of the boat and arranged under the seats down either side, their weight adding to the boat's stability.
The Mary Gordon Trust is planning to refurbish The Mary Gordon as near as possible to its original specification.
www.marygordon.org.uk /technotes.htm   (472 words)

  
 Wind River - James Gordon
It is his first solo project since departing from the legendary Canadian folk trio Tamarack.
Known as a "songwriter's songwriter", Gordon's works have been recorded by many North American artists including The Cowboy Junkies, Melanie Doane, Al Simmons and James Keelaghan.
Some of the material is drawn from his two popular weekly CBC radio features on "Basic Black" and "Ontario Morning".
www.folkera.com /windriver/jamesgordon/index.html   (392 words)

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