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Tumulty, Joseph Patrick

(Encyclopedia) Tumulty, Joseph Patrick, 1879–1954, American politician, b. Jersey City, N.J. After his admission to the bar, he practiced law in Jersey City (1902–8) and served in the New Jersey…

Facts on Fireworks

A brief history of the world's favorite explosives RELATED LINKS Fireworks Jigsaw Game Star-Spangled Banner Pyrotechnics History of July 4 Celebrations July 4th…

Bird, Larry Joe

(Encyclopedia) Bird, Larry Joe, 1956–, American basketball player, b. West Baden, Ind. Considered one of the greatest all-around players in basketball history, the 6-ft 9-in. Bird played for Indiana…

Joe DiMaggio: A Look Back

by John Gettings This picture of Joe DiMaggio was taken in 1941, five years after he left his job at an orange juice company to sign with the N.Y.…

Joe Strummer 2002 Deaths

Joe Strummer (John Mellor)Age: 50 singer and songwriter of the Clash, one of the most influential punk bands of all time. The band spoke out on many social issues. It's recordings include…

Joe Connelly 2003 Deaths

Joe ConnellyAge: 85 television writer and producer who, with Bob Mosher, created the series Leave It to Beaver. His other credits include The Munsters and Tammy. Died: Newport Beach, Calif.,…

Joe Henderson 2001 Deaths

Joe HendersonAge: 64 Grammy Award-winning jazz saxophonist and composer who accompanied trumpeter Kenny Dorham on 1963's “Una Mas.” His solo albums include Page One, Inner Urge, and Lush Life…

Joe Mullaney 2000 Deaths

Joe MullaneyAge: 75 former L.A. Lakers and Providence College basketball coach; coached Lakers for two seasons beginning in 1969 and coached the Friars from 1955-69 and 1981-85; led…