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Moses Austin
Moses Austin 1761-1821, American pioneer, b. Durham, Conn. After developing lead mines in SW Virginia, he went to inspect (1796-97) prospects in Missouri, then Spanish territory. In 1798 he founded Potosi, Mo. and became a miner and trader there. Hard times caused him to go to Texas in 1820 and get the Spanish governor's permission to settle 300 families in Texas. The grant was confirmed in 1821, but Moses Austin died without realizing his settlement plans. His son, Stephen F. Austin, took up the plans.
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Global Electric (WHSL) Selected for lithium ion vehicle conversion project for the City of Austin, TX and Austin Energy; Global Electric initiates test phase multi tiered conversion project with the City of Austin, TX and Austin Energy (www.austinenergy.com).
PR Newswire; 3/1/2004; 700+ words
; ...between Global Electric and the City of Austin has been executed in respect to the conversion of vehicles for the City of Austin, TX, subsequent to a senior level...Senior Strategic Planner for the City of Austin, Chaz Haba. and executives from...
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City of Austin Prevails in First-Ever Annexation Arbitration With Lost Creek Municipal Utility District.
Business Wire; 8/31/2007; 700+ words
; ...presentations by attorneys for both the City of Austin and the Lost Creek MUD in arbitration...has been resolved in favor of the City of Austin. Dan Richards, lead attorney...they preferred to avoid paying City of Austin property taxes. The City's case...
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City of Austin and Austin Energy Go Live on Orcom Customer Information System.
PR Newswire; 10/11/1999; 700+ words
; ...PRNewswire/ -- Orcom Solutions, the City of Austin, Texas, and City-owned electric...addition to electric service, the City of Austin bills for other utility services...play a key role in supporting the City of Austin and Austin Energy's commitment...
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CITY OF AUSTIN HOSTS JUNE COMMUNITY MEETINGS WITH POLICE CHIEF CANDIDATES
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 5/21/2007; 700+ words
; The city of Austin issued the following press release: The City of Austin announced today that the public will...Cathy J. Ellison (Austin, Texas) - City of Austin, Acting Police Chief. More than 25...
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CITY OF AUSTIN ADJUSTS SCHEDULES FOR PRESIDENTS DAY
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 2/13/2006; 347 words
; The city of Austin issued the following press release: The City of Austin administrative offices, including offices...Tuesday, Feb. 21. Regular collection of City of Austin Pay-As-You-Throw customers' garbage...
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CITY OF AUSTIN TO CLOSE MOST OFFICES JAN. 16 DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 1/15/2007; 458 words
; The city of Austin issued the following press release: The City of Austin will close its administrative offices...dangerous, icy conditions persist. "The City of Austin continues to advise that travel is treacherous...
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CITY OF AUSTIN PREPARES FOR ICY CONDITIONS
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 1/14/2007; 521 words
; The city of Austin issued the following press release...conditions within Austin. Staff from various City of Austin service departments and public safety...want to assure our community that the City of Austin has planned, is prepared, and will...
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CITY OF AUSTIN SUPPORTS URBAN MUSIC FESTIVAL IN RESPONSE TO QUALITY OF LIFE CONCERNS OF AFRICAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 3/6/2006; 700+ words
; The city of Austin issued the following press release...Americans in the Capital City of Texas, the City of Austin has signed on as a major sponsor for...to addressing these concerns. "The City of Austin is proud to announce its sponsorship...
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City of Austin Selects IBM to Manage New Billing System; Decision Paves Way for Smart Grid Initiatives.
M2 Presswire; 10/14/2009; 700+ words
; ...PRESSWIRE-14 October 2009-IBM: City of Austin Selects IBM to Manage New Billing...services billing system for the City of Austin that is designed to improve customer...as solar and wind power. 'The City of Austin has long been at the forefront...
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LOWER COLORADO RIVER AUTHORITY BOARD DIRECTS STAFF TO NEGOTIATE WATER SUPPLY AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF AUSTIN, SETS LIMITATIONS
News Wire article from: US Fed News Service, Including US State News; 8/24/2007; 665 words
; ...water supply agreement with the City of Austin at its meeting on Aug. 22. The...partnership between LCRA and the City of Austin will give the entities a forum...meeting the long-term needs of the City of Austin," said Karen Bondy, manager...
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Willis, Kelly
Book article from: Contemporary Musicians
...rockabilly band, which was soon rechristened Kelly and the Fireballs. When the band moved to the musically overflowing city of Austin, Texas, in 1987, Willis went along. Her “very strict” father, she told Rob Tannenbaum of...
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Van Zandt, Townes
Book article from: Contemporary Musicians
...Van Zandt was possibly the first Texas songwriter to embody the qualities that came to be attributed to anyone in the city of Austin with a guitar. He was the first folk artist to put forth a tough existential attitude, although it was softened by...
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Asleep at the Wheel
Dictionary entry from: Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Popular Musicians Since 1990
...artist Stoney Edwards before signing with United Artists Records in 1973. In 1974 the group moved to the music-rich city of Austin, Texas, where they have remained. By the end of the 1970s, the band had enjoyed a string of country hits, including...
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Austin: Municipal Government
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
...since 2003; current term expires June 2006) Total number of city employees: 10,692 (2004) City Information: City of Austin, PO Box 1088, Austin, TX 78767; telephone (512)974-2000
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Austin: Economy
Encyclopedia entry from: Cities of the United States
...pharmaceuticals, business equipment, video games Incentive Programs—New and Existing Companies Local programs The city of Austin offers tax abatements, enterprise zone exemptions, public utility incentives, and financing programs for qualified...
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