Archive for April, 2009

DRESSED TO THE NINES

Posted on18. Apr, 2009 by admin.

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Dressed to the nines - Where did this expression originate
There are at least half a dozen theories on the origins of the expression, “dressed to the nines”.  We know the phrase is first recorded in the late eighteenth century in poems by Robert Burns.
One very persistent theory is that the British Army’s 99th Regiment of Foot [...]

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SUNSPEL – 007 POLO

Posted on15. Apr, 2009 by admin.

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SUNSPEL HAVE CREATED THE FINEST UNDERWEAR AND T SHIRTS SINCE 1860.
Sunspel create beautifully made clothes in sophisticated, understated designs. They use their own exclusive custom fabrications and remain committed to meticulous craftsmanship. This is essential clothing loved by anyone who cares about comfort, elegance and style.
Now you have an opportunity to buy the Sunspel polo shirt as [...]

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WEAVING THEIR SPELL – TIES

Posted on10. Apr, 2009 by admin.

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Weaving Their Spell. Our silk weavers and tie makers moved from Spitalfields after the Spitalfields Act of 1774 fixed wage rates in London and abolished the tariffs on imported silks, thus establishing a thriving silk trade around Sudbury in Suffolk. The company is now owned by its managers and employees, all craftsmen and experts in [...]

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LIFE BEYOND BLUE

Posted on05. Apr, 2009 by admin.

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Henry Bucks supports the quiet achievers at Beyond Blue who bring hope and a brighter future for tens of thousands who suffer from depression.
 ABOUT BEYOND BLUE 
beyondblue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia. 

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