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Orizaba

The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition
Orizaba , city (1990 pop. 114,216), Veracruz state, E central Mexico. It is the commercial center of a prosperous bean and sugar growing region. The development of water power has stimulated manufacturing industries, especially cotton and wool textile factories. Orizaba is a popular vacation spot. Mineral springs are nearby, and the majestic cone of Citlaltépetl rises in the distance. The city is also a cultural center noted for its fine-arts institute. The federal school in Orizaba houses murals by José Clemente Orozco. In 1862, Benito Juárez, seeking to forestall... Read more
Orizaba
Concise Dictionary of World Place-Names Orizaba, Veracruz/Mexico Founded by the Spanish in the 16th century on the site of an Aztec military garrison located...reference to the fertile valley in which it lies. The present name is the Spanish version of this. Nearby is Pico de Orizaba ‘Mt Orizaba’, also known as Citlaltépetl ... Read more
Orizaba
The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition mountain peak: see Citlaltépetl . Read more

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Orizaba tendra futbol.(Deportes)
Newspaper article from: Reforma (México D.F., México); 6/2/2002; 264 words ; ...que una de las franquicias tendrá a Orizaba como nueva sede. El hecho de que este...233;l tiene la visión de que sea en Orizaba y tiene razón, así que la gente...225;ximo Circuito, es el que se muda a Orizaba. Tenemos que analizarlo con la gente del... Read more
Orizaba thrills Channon but fails to impress bookmakers.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Racing Post (London, England); 7/31/2008; 512 words ; ...reports MICK CHANNON knows full well that if Orizaba goes for Guineas glory next year, it will...correct, he has no reason to be, for while Orizaba thrilled his trainer by securing Goodwood...authoritative defeat of Lord Shanakill and Sayif, Orizaba can be backed at 25-1 for the 2,000 Guineas... Read more
Darley buys Ascot hope Orizaba.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Racing Post (London, England); 6/4/2008; 186 words ; ...operation has acquired exciting two-year-old Orizaba, who will carry the silks of Sheikh Hamdan...Stakes at Royal Ascot, writes Neil Morrice. Orizaba made an impressive debut when winning...Darley said yesterday: I can confirm that Orizaba has been purchased to run in the colours... Read more
Orizaba Park improvement under way
Newspaper article from: Press-Telegram Long Beach, CA.; 4/20/2007; ; 646 words ; ...They're taking the wrecking ball to Orizaba Park. And that's a good thing. Because...is one of our goals." Tucked in between Orizaba and Temple avenues, 14th and 15th streets...Spaulding Street, the irregularly shaped Orizaba Park is a popular site for residents... Read more
Superior form of Orizaba holds the key; TRADING POST.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Racing Post (London, England); 9/27/2008; 617 words ; ...with today's best bets on the exchanges Orizaba 2.30 Ascot Back Forecast favourite Cityscape...Salisbury by nine lengths last time, but Orizaba boasts superior form as he won the Group...Frankie Dettori should be able to get Orizaba settled just in behind the leaders from... Read more
ORIZABA.(Sport)
Newspaper article from: Daily Record (Glasgow, Scotland); 7/31/2008; 33 words ; ORIZABA emerged as a 2000 Guineas candidate when restoring his lofty reputation with a clearcut triumph fin the Veuve Clicquot Vintage Stakes at Goodwood. Totesport introduced Orizaba into its Guineas list at 20-1. Read more
Orizaba heads Channon team.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Racing Post (London, England); 5/30/2008; 195 words ; ...Royal Ascot, his team spearheaded by Coventry Stakes-bound Orizaba, writes Neil Morrice. The son of Orpen destroyed his Newbury...two-year-olds. After a slow start they came good with a vengeance, and Orizaba seems to have done well since Newbury. He'll go for the Coventry... Read more
Orizaba gets Lodge boost; WEEKEND UPDATE.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Racing Post (London, England); 9/25/2008; 86 words ; THE form of Orizaba's success in the Vintage Stakes at Goodwood could hardly have worked out better and connections are hopeful of another bold show... Read more
MAJOR BOYS ELGIN AMERICAN Johnny Castro Jesse Orizaba Juan Jimenez
Newspaper article from: Courier-News (Elgin, IL); 7/11/1999; 324 words ; MAJOR BOYS ELGIN AMERICAN Johnny Castro Jesse Orizaba Juan Jimenez Brian McDonough Anthony Gilboy Darren Jenkins Jesse Sepeda Antonio Rios Leo Cantu Jeremy Santana Jose Rufino Jamie... Read more
Channon's goal with Orizaba.(Sport)
Newspaper article from: The People (London, England); 6/8/2008; 387 words ; ...meeting, but none finer than Channon's ORIZABA. This colt looked something special when...debut last month at Newbury. Coral make Orizaba a tempting 6-1 to follow up in the Coventry...rapid time over Newbury's six furlongs. Orizaba's potential has not escaped the attention... Read more

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