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  International Rubber Research & Development Board
Henry Wickham was responsible for gathering 70,000 seeds from the rubber-bearing tree, Hevea brasiliensis, in the Manaus area of Brazil in 1876.
Wickham, who was at that time living and working near Santerem in the Rio Tapajos region of the upper Amazon, was already interested in Hevea, and had published some information on the tree, thus satisfying Markham that he would be a suitable person to make a collection.
In later years, Wickham himself encouraged the idea that his seeds had been loaded aboard a ship under the nose of a gunboat which "would have blown us out of the water had her commander suspected what we were doing".
www.irrdb.com /IRRDB/NaturalRubber/History/HenryWickham.htm   (596 words)

  
 GrandPrix.com > GP Encyclopedia > People > John Wickham
At the end of 1981 Wickham and designer Gordon Coppuck announced that they were forming Spirit Racing to compete in Formula 2 in 1982 and to enter F1 with Honda engines.
In 1987 Wickham became a director and team manager of TOM'S GB and oversaw the company's programs in Group C, Group A and in the British Formula 3 Championship in which TOM'S ran drivers Damon Hill and Martin Donnelly.
In 1989 Wickham took over the running of the Footwork F3000 team and when Footwork bought Arrows in January 1990 he became a director of the F1 team.
www.grandprix.com /gpe/cref-wicjoh.html   (643 words)

  
 Wickham Park History
Wickham wanted the public to enjoy their estate, named The Pines, and while occupying the property, "derived supreme satisfaction in unselfishly, and in the spirit of sincere hospitality, permitting others to enjoy their privilege" (Case 7).
Clarence Horace Wickham was born in New Haven, Connnecticut on January 12, 1860 (Martin 78).
Edith Wickham also donated funds to construct a community building in McGraft Park in Muskegon, and upon her death, her money was left to the trust for this park and to the McGraft Memorial Congregational Church, also of Muskegon.
www.wickhampark.org /history.html   (860 words)

  
 Wickham - Fareham and its villages - Hampshire local pages   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Parish of Wickham in Titchfield Hundred was divided into two manors in the time of Edward the Confessor, but in the Domesday Book the land is listed as being held by Hugh de Port.
Wickham is chiefly known as the birth place of William Long, always known as William of Wykeham, the founder of Winchester College and New College, Oxford, who was born in 1324 and became Bishop of Winchester in 1367.
The large square at Wickham possibly dates from the thirteenth century when Henry III granted Roger de Scures, Lord of the manor, a market and fair.
www.hants.gov.uk /localpages/south_east/fareham/wickham   (400 words)

  
 Newcastle Regional Library   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Municipality of Wickham was constituted on the 25/2/1871 and one of the first seperate municipalities outside of Newcastle.
Wickham grew as a direct result of the population growth following the gold rushes.
There was plenty of fresh water and the Wickham of the 1860's was much cleaner than Newcastle and in 1868 the first small allotments were sold and a village quickly grew.
www.ncc.nsw.gov.au /services/culture/library/research/localstudies/wickham.cfm   (349 words)

  
 E.T. Wickham: A Dream Unguarded review - The Outsider Pages
The fate of E.T. Wickham's historical sculpture park in north central Palmyra, Tennessee, is one of the tragedies of 20th Century folk art.
Wickham, a farmer, had points to make about the history of the nation and the region, and he did not stint on inscriptions that laid out his ideas.
Pictures of the intact environment reveal Wickham's artistic talent in a form that could never be understood from the ruins, while sumptuous images from photographers Clark Thomas and Carol Turrentine show the sculptures through the course of their prolonged destruction.
www.interestingideas.com /roadside/wickham/wik1.htm   (816 words)

  
 Wickham and Aunt Bertie
Wickham was often at the local taverns, often drunk, often gambling and losing.
Wickham appeared to be away from home a great deal so that Lydia, never strong of mind, was left alone more than was good for her.
Wickham had been heard to raise his voice a little too high, and she had flinched and darted backwards from him in a way most out of character for the bold, determined younger sister they had loved even while disapproving of her behavior.
thedwg.com /derby/olda/katy.htm   (1426 words)

  
 Pride and Prejudice - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Wickham, a man who claims to have been robbed of his rightful inheritance by none other than Mr.
This throws all of Darcy's past actions in a new light for Elizabeth and gradually her prejudices against Darcy are broken down.
Darcy finds Wickham and forces him into marriage with Lydia, but guards this a secret from Elizabeth and her family.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Pride_and_Prejudice   (2082 words)

  
 FAQs About the Family of Thomas Wickham (1624-1688)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Thomas Wickham (1624-1688) has had numerous accomplished descendants, many of whom were recognized as leaders in their field and respected public servants.
Tobias Wickham, his eldest son by his first marriage, became Dean of York and was the great-great-grandfather of William Wickham (1761-1840), who was born in Cottingley Hall and studied at Harrow, Christ Church College at Oxford, and the University of Geneva before becoming a British masterspy who thwarted the French invasion of Ireland in 1797.
Its most famous resident was Parker Wickham (1727-1785), whose Loyalist convictions led to the seizure of his property and his banishment at the end of the American Revolution.
www.geocities.com /joewickham   (5162 words)

  
 Wickham Marsh Wildlife Management Area   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Land purchases for this management area commenced in 1950 with the acquisition of 176 acres from the Watson Estate and were completed in 1970 with the additions of 136 acres from Loyola Villa and 370 acres from the Mattig Corporation.
Today, Wickham Marsh is managed by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) for a variety of recreational and scientific purposes, including: natural resources education, wildlife observation and photography, fishing, trapping, hunting, and canoeing.
Wickham Marsh Wildlife Management Area is open to the public throughout the year.
www.dec.state.ny.us /website/reg5/wmamaps/wickham.htm   (628 words)

  
 A Brief History of Wickham, Hampshire
However in the 18th century there was a tanning industry in Wickham and in the 18th and 19th centuries a brewing industry.
By 1901 the population of Wickham was almost 1,200.
In 1978 Wickham was twinned with the French village of Villiers-Sur-Mer.
www.localhistories.org /wickham   (544 words)

  
 NABJ : Committed to the Cause : DeWayne Wickham
Wickham made a personal commitment to visit local chapters and meet  both print and broadcast journalists and fl college students.
Wickham brought a new level of independence to the NABJ presidency.  Rather than tethering to media organizations the way others had been  accused, he got up close and personal in challenging industry leaders to  create more opportunities for NABJ members.
Wickham brought his look-you-in-the-eye and shake-your-hand style to raising funds for the organization, joining NABJ regional directors on visits to the Knight Ridder Foundation, the Times Mirror Foundation, the  Gannett Foundation and the Chicago Tribute Foundation to strengthen relationships and increase awareness of NABJ's role in the industry.
www.nabj.org /newsroom/publications/committed/story/418p-589c.html   (1270 words)

  
 Wickhams In Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Wickham saw Fairmont Railway Motors Inc. (USA) as a competitor, particularly on the South American Roads, and built several cars to compete with Fairmont's M19/M9 and (similar to) the S series gang cars.
In the case of the Wickham, it was a Douglas twin.
In Australia, Wickham trolleys and inspection cars were run on the Western Australian Government Railways, Midland Railway of Western Australia, New South Wales Government Railways, Goonde Mill, Macknade Mill, and Victoria Mill in Queensland, Mount Newman Mines, Silverton Tramway, Commonwealth Railways, and one with the South Australian Railways.
users.chariot.net.au /~nldoncas/nicspages/wickhams/wickhamlead.htm   (774 words)

  
 Wickham House   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The John and Elizabeth Wickham House was begun by Boston architect Alexander Parris in 1812, in the exclusive Richmond neighborhood known as "Court End" for its proximity to the courts.
The Wickham House façade and its surrounding support buildings signaled to passersby the wealth and reputation of the family that resided within.
The Wickham House represents the many facets of the life of John and Elizabeth Wickham, among the wealthiest residents of early Richmond.
www.valentinemuseum.com /whatToSee/whatWickhamMain.html   (620 words)

  
 Roman Times   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Wickham was a good place for a settlement and a military camp because its commanding height at 540 feet above sea level, made it an excellent vantage point to overlook the surrounding landscape and approach roads.
There is a current theory that Wickham was the site of Spinae, (a military camp mentioned in contemporary documents, but yet to be located with any certainty), because of its mid way position between Silchester, near Reading, and Durocorvium, on the Swindon bypass close to Wanborough.
The idea that Wickham was a significant settlement in Roman times is supported by the fact that large quantities of pottery, tile and Roman coinage has been found in the area and in particular we have found concentrations of sherds, (discarded pieces of broken pottery), which indicates the existence of a kiln or two.
atschool.eduweb.co.uk /wickham/village/roman.html   (565 words)

  
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Wickham, while driving back towards Tallahassee, instructed the other members of his party to dispose of the used and unused bullet shells by throwing them out the window.
Wickham also contended that the trial court erred in its application of the heinous, atrocious or cruel (HAC) aggravating factor and in failing to find and weigh evidence available in mitigation.
On 05/04/92, Wickham filed a Petition for Writ of Certiorari in the United States Supreme Court that was subsequently denied on 06/22/92.
www.floridacapitalcases.state.fl.us /case_updates/504430.doc   (982 words)

  
 ISHOF - Alick Wickham (SOL) - 1974 Honor Contributor   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Watching the speedy Wickham swim (he was later the National 50 yard freestyle champion of Australia), Farmer shouted, "Look at that kid crawling!" From this comment came the crawl stroke label.
Arthur Freeman who often watched the young student swim in Australia said, "Wickham's six-beat kick reminded me of an outboard motor." It was apparently a stroke very similar to today's crawl stroke swum head up, as in water polo.
Wickham made a perfect swan dive from a height of 205 feet, 9 inches.
www.ishof.org /74awickham.html   (409 words)

  
 Wickham – Tauranga’s school for achievers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The education and life skills that children receive at Wickham give them the strength and wisdom to succeed in life.
Wickham is an exceptional place for your child to grow.
To fully experience the atmosphere that is Wickham, I invite you to come and see us at work and play.
www.wickham.co.nz   (242 words)

  
 Wickham Vineyard   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Wickham has one of the most modern and well equipped wineries to be found anywhere.
Wickham Wines are available for purchase in "The Tasting Room", together with a fine range of other wines, English liqueurs, wine accessories, local produce and gifts.
Visitors to Wickham Vineyard are invited to visit the Nature Reserve, for which there is no charge.
www.hampshirefare.co.uk /wickham.html   (490 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: John Wickham
John Adams Wickham (born June 25, 1928 in Dobbs Ferry, New York) was US Army chief of staff from 1983 to 1987.
John Clements Wickham (December 21, 1798-January 6, 1864) was Captain of the HMS Beagle (the vessel occupied by Charles Darwin during his voyage of discovery) and conducted various maritime expeditions and scientific surveys along the Australian coastline during 1837-41.
John's widow Elizabeth continued to live in the Wickham House with two of her daughters until her death in 1853, when the property was sold by the Wickham family to James P. Ballard.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/John-Wickham   (415 words)

  
 Wickham Genealogy
Thomas’ wife, Nancy Kirkbride, died December 13, 1876 in Goderich and is buried in a single plot in the Section A [the original section] of Maitland Cemetery, Goderich town, Huron Co. We were not able to find an obituary for Nancy in the local newspapers.
We also noted in the 1920 US census a granddaughter, Georgina Wickham age 17 born in Canada, living with Thomas and Christina at their house at 315 W. Third Ave, Flint.
Nancy Ann WICKHAM – born November 25, 1925 in Detroit Michigan – No further information is available at this time.
web2.iadfw.net /bhende19/wick.htm   (5339 words)

  
 Beyond the Box Online | In Memoriam: Larry Hall and Patrick Wickham   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Wickham was ITVS’s director of Contract Policy and Digital Initiatives and former director of Production.
Wickham’s contributions over the past 13 years were enormous.
Wickham is survived by his wife, Kristi Highum, and his mother and grandmother.
www.beyondthebox.org /vol.23/BTBSF04_4.html   (451 words)

  
 A TRIBUTE TO MY GRANDFATHER   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
He and his wife, Annie, left the Wickham home place in a sleepy hollow near Palmyra, Tennessee and moved into a small cabin which my grandfather built himself on Buck Smith road in the early 1950's.
A photographic portrait of Tanner Wickham made in the mid to late sixties by artist Ned Crouch who is now director of the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center in Clarksville, Tennessee.
He could have made money off his statues and he could have sold some of his land and had a bigger more comfortable home, but he was content to live in the house he built and to produce statues to express his creativity and to commemorate the people who he deemed important.
www2.vscc.cc.tn.us /jschibig/images/a_tribute_to_my_grandfather.htm   (1700 words)

  
 Wickham   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Wickham is 40 km's to the north of Karratha and its construction was started in 1970 by the Cliff's Robe River Iron Associates.
There are two small congregations, named Wickham and Pannawonica Family Church respectively, accommodating people from a variety of denominational backgrounds.
A weekly service is held at Wickham in the Community Hall; once a month at Pannawonica in a Roman Catholic Church and on particular occasions at the 100 year old Holy Trinity Church in Roebourne.
www.anglicandnwa.org /Pa%20Wickham.htm   (192 words)

  
 Wickham Park News Headlines
Wickham Park welcomes visitors back to enjoy the opening of the 2006 season.
Wickham Park is honored to be the host location for some terrific events that will welcome visitors from all over New England and beyond.
Of particular note are the Greater Hartford Disc Golf Open (GHDGO) and Wickham Invitational high school cross country meets, Fidelco Guide Dog Walkathon and Skyhoundz Dog Championship for those interested in events showcasing the incredible abilities of canines.
www.wickhampark.org   (285 words)

  
 The Triumph of Wickham
Wickham the evil Lizard King that ruled the underground Society for All Creatures Slimy and Mean (referred to as S.C.U.M. for shorter and more aesthetically pleasing reasons).
His fl eyes flashed in interest as they eyed her, and Lizzy, for the moment forgetting all about apprehending Wickham the Lizard King, blushed to the down of her pink nose and was very grateful she had worn her nicest fl leather miniskirt to work that day...
Wickham called her attention back to the moment at hand with a slap across the face.
thedwg.com /derby/oldc/aja3.htm   (1536 words)

  
 Jane Austen: Pride and Prejudice -- Index of Characters
After hearing that Wickham and Lydia are probably not on their way to Gretna Green: "No one can throw any blame on Col. and Mrs. Forster"; "My father and mother believe the worst, but I cannot think so ill of" Wickham; "I know not what to think".
Elizabeth thinks that "that abominable Mr. Darcy's" former bad treatment and impoverishment of Wickham is the main reason why she cannot consider marrying Wickham.
Elizabeth to Mrs. Gardiner: Wickham "beyond all comparison, the most agreeable man I ever saw"; "whether married or single, he must always be her model of the amiable and pleasing".
www.pemberley.com /janeinfo/ppdrmtis.html   (4245 words)

  
 wickham   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
It was here in Wickham wheref William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester and founder of Winchester College, in the 14th century was born.
A most unfortunate building, that stands on a mound that was a Celtic and Saxon burial ground or used for religious rites, and was built by the Normans in 1120.
John Leiand, the king's antiquary, visited Wickham some- time between 1539 and 1545 and described it as 'a praty townlet where the water brekith into 2 armelettes and goith under 2 wodden bridgges'.
www.southernlife.org.uk /wickham.htm   (1876 words)

  
 Wickham Park Attractions: Disc Golf Course   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
There is an entrance fee of $3 per vehicle Monday through Friday and $4 per vehicle on weekends and holidays.
Keep tabs of your strokes with a free Wickham Park Disc Golf Scorekeeper utility for the Palm OS.
Wickham Park reserves the right to close or reroute any section of the course when construction or maintenance needs arise.
www.wickhampark.org /attractions_disc_golf.html   (1790 words)

  
 USA TODAY Latest news   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
During the course of his journalism career, which began in 1973, Wickham has worked as an analyst for CBS News, a reporter for both The Evening Sun and The Sun, of Baltimore; as a Capitol Hill correspondent for U.S. News And World Report and as a contributing editor for Black Enterprise magazine.
Wickham covered the Watergate cover-up trial that led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon.
Wickham is a member of the advisory board of the Newseum, the nation’s first interactive museum of news.
www.usatoday.com /news/opinion/columnists/wickham/wickbio.htm   (713 words)

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