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Morning Brew: Gladstone Cowboy (1941-2009), Ritchies Auction House Bankrupt, Library Computers Seized, Lots of Toys For Tots, Really Royal Winter Fair

October 28, 2009 by Antique News · Leave a Comment 

Photo: 14 by a*e , member of the blogTO Flickr pool . What's happening in the GTA (and sometimes beyond): In sad news, Hank Young (also known as the Gladstone Cowboy ) passed away at the age of 68. A beloved Parkdale icon, Hank's association with the Gladstone Hotel spanned decades, and his gig as the antique elevator operator was a natural fit for an unofficial neighbourhood and hotel ambassador. Here's proof that city council actually does work in our best interest sometimes.

Online Antiques Auctions

October 28, 2009 by Antique News · Leave a Comment 

According purely to definition, antiques are described as being any object that has a collectible value and that is more than 100 years in age. There are a number of different antiques auction websites that are designed to sell these types of antique items online. Some of these websites specialize in antiques that fall into a particular period of history, while others offer a more general selection of products. Some antiques auction houses online have more than stellar reputations online, you

Heritage Auction Galleries Lawsuit In The News; Claims of “Fake Bidder” N.P. Gresham, Auction Manipulation

October 27, 2009 by Antique News · Leave a Comment 

Last month, there were a number of mainstream media outlets reporting on a lawsuit filed against Heritage Auction Galleries by a former employee who charges, among other things, that the auction house utilizes a fictitious bidder – “N.P. Gresham” – to participate in bidding in its own auction events. Much of this coverage was generated by interest in press releases issued by the plaintiff’s attorney with charges of a “massive auction scam”. Heritage claims that they are being “terrorized and e

Cool New Things at Aspen, Colorado USA

October 27, 2009 by Antique News · Leave a Comment 

News from Aspen/Snowmass for winter 2009-2010 Over $US130 million invested On-Mountain in last six years Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) will invest nearly $8 million in on-mountain improvements this year and has invested more than $130 million over the previous six seasons, giving guests the most seamless skiing/riding experience in the industry. Improvements over that period include 11 new lifts with two new gondolas, the industry-leading Treehouse Kids’ Adventure Centre, three new restaurant

Improve The Market Value, As Well As The Comfort Of Your Home, With Double Glazed Windows!

October 26, 2009 by Antique News · Leave a Comment 

by Martin Troughton Large, beautiful windows are a luxury that add grace and sophistication to any home. With large, gorgeous windows, you can enjoy watching your children play in your backyard from the comfort of your couch. And what home owner would ever say that they wanted their dwelling to be darker and more cave-like? Every homeowner who has those big, beautiful windows does know the problems that can come along with them. A home built more like a cave would definitely have a much lowe

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