Children and adults alike adorn farm toy show Nov 15, 2009
Taylor is especially fond of John Deere memorabilia, McCollum said. Hes a John Deere man, McCollum said in regards to his step-son. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Surprising first products Oct 4, 2009
14 famous companies switched industries or at least products. Wrigley's first bubbles came from soap, but gave gum away to customers. (CNN)
From crammed to pristine clean, garages are extensions of ourselves Sep 4, 2009
are his kids' tricycles, bikes and a Little John Deere wagon. Otherwise, what catches the eye are the rows of bicycle frames hanging from the ceiling, used for Zapata Cycles, the business he started recently here with brothers Rich and Andy Zapata and Julie Archibald. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Threshermen's reunion in Pontiac is a place for entertainment and education Sep 4, 2009
Sitting in a shaded area among a dozen or more John Deere tractors was another regular, Joe Cleary of Odell, who had directed the reunion for about nine years. He said he always has been drawn to tractors and has owned a few during his life. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Tased tractor rider consults attorney Aug 8, 2009
But Grose said a 9-year-old boy -- the son of an acquaintance -- was actually behind the wheel of the 1958 John Deere tractor, while Grose sat on a fender regulating its speed and clutch. Grose said the tractor was pulling a four-wheeled wagon that carried three women sitting on chairs inside and was near the end of the parade route when the incident occurred. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Walkers taking scenic C.F. tour Jul 23, 2009
Mills was a salaried John Deere employee, while Buccholz worked for the Teamsters union. "We're opposites, black and white, that way," Mills said, laughing. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Saturday night was truly the night Jun 16, 2009
Up the street was Gambles Hardware, owned by the Fosters and the popular Forest Theater where I would go with Dad to Eymann's John Deere Days. I learned if you put your feet on the chairs, you got the privilege of personally meeting the owner Mr. Compston and he wasn't a happy camper. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Ag museum displays donated farm toys Jun 1, 2009
John Deeres were a part of my life ... As guests toured the exhibit, some adults could be seen telling their children the history behind the green and yellow John Deeres, red Internationals and blue Fordsons and of their own experiences using the equipment ... As he examined a display case filled with John Deere combines, Jordan resident Charles Murray said he was surprised at the pristine condition some of the toys were in. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Working on a timeline in the chaotic world of farmlife May 8, 2009
The John Deere sales representative would like to speak to my husband, which arouses my suspicion. After a phone call from the vet and an additional call from the Case IH sales rep, I am not only suspicious, but also off track. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Firemen pour it on for ailing tots Christmas (5) Mar 24, 2009
John Deere tractors are his favorites and the Baxters let him ride on their tractor. Local Shriners have helped and another person gave us a car. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Obituaries for Thursday, Feb. 26, 2009 Feb 26, 2009
His accumulation of collectible series toy tractors and machinery numbered in the hundreds, but his real pride was in his more than 16 restored John Deere two cylinder tractors. He enjoyed displaying them whenever he got a chance at such events as Syttende Mai, Norskedalen, Antique Engine events, local Twilight meetings and dairy breakfasts. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The Jim Henson Company and RC2 Announce a New Licensing Partnership for Dinosaur Train Feb 17, 2009
RC2's infant, toddler and preschool products are marketed under its Learning Curve () family of brands which includes The First Years and Lamaze brands, as well as popular and classic licensed properties such as Thomas & Friends, Bob the Builder, Winnie the Pooh, John Deere, Nickelodeon and Sesame Street. RC2 markets its youth and adult products under the Johnny Lightning () and ERTL () brands. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
