Archive for May 2011
The Philadelphia Phillies: An Extraordinary Tradition

Few teams in any sport have as rich a history and as deep a connection with its fans as the World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies. This official commemorative history digs deep into the archives to celebrate over a century of Phillies baseball, from the first game in 1883 through the team’s triumphant world championship run. Original essays by Hall of Famers, current Phillies heroes, and a cast of unforgettable characters including players, managers, broadcasters, and baseball’s most die-hard fans offer insights and anecdotes, transporting readers onto the field and behind the scenes. With more than 300 photos chronicling everything from ballparks old and new to the evolution of the uniforms to the team’s greatest names, games, and moments, The Philadelphia Phillies is a must-have keepsake for Phillies and baseball fans everywhere.
Philly Fed, Existing Home Sales Weak
The Philly Fed index, existing-home sales and leading indicators all came in much weaker than expected. Philly was 3.9, vs. expectations of about 20, way down from 18.5 last month. That’s the lowest Philly Fed since October 2010. Existing home sales fell 0.8%, vs. expectations of a slight gain. Leading indicators fell 0.3%, vs. expectations of a 0.1% gain. This was the first decline since June …
Published May 19, 2011.
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Philly Tawk: The Phluphian Dialect
Follow me at: phillytawk.blogspot.com Dis is an exposition of da Phlulphyin bree-anch of da Mid-Atlannic Dolleck of Amurcan English. Check it ay-out. This is an exposition of the Philadelphian branch of the Mid-Atlantic Dialect of American English. Check it out.