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(Encyclopedia) columnist, the writer of an essay appearing regularly in a newspaper or periodical, usually under a constant heading. Although originally humorous, the column in many cases has…

Goldberg v. Kelly (1970)

Case SummaryJohn Kelly and others sued when State and local officials terminated their welfare benefits without having given them prior notice and an opportunity to be heard. The plaintiffs…

Notable Women in Media

Oprah Winfrey Biographies ofNotable Women Actresses Adventurers Artists Athletes Businesswomen Comediennes Congresswomen Educators and Scholars Fashion Designers and Models…

Ohio

Ohio State Information Capital: Columbus Official Name: State of Ohio Organized as a territory: May 7, 1788 (Northwest Territory) Entered Union (rank): March 1, 1803 (17th) Present constitution…

W Stands For...

The Question: What is George W. Bush's middle name? The Answer: The much talked about "W." stands for Walker. The name comes from his…

Scott Hamilton

Scott HamiltonBorn: Aug. 28, 1958Figure skater 4-time world champion (1981-84); won gold medal at 1984 Olympics.Dorothy HamillG - JTyler Hamilton

Adriana Caselotti 1997 Deaths

Adriana Caselotti actress voice of Snow White in Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Born: 1917Died: 1997Violet Carlson1997 DeathsChandler, Dorothy Buffum

Grayson Louis Kirk Biography

Grayson Louis KirkAge: 94 for many years president of Columbia University. Criticized for decision in 1968 to use police officers against students protesting Vietnam War. Died: Nov. 21, 1997.…

Leon Forrest 1997 Deaths

Leon Forrestnovelist Forrest's rich, multilayered novels explored black-American history. He is best known for his epic novel, Divine Days. Born: 1937Died: 1997William Flynn1997…