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Howe, Julia Ward

(Encyclopedia) Howe, Julia Ward, 1819–1910, American author and social reformer, b. New York City. Although unhappily married, she assisted her husband, Samuel Gridley Howe, in his philanthropic…

Josephus, Flavius

(Encyclopedia) Josephus, FlaviusJosephus, Flaviusflāˈvēəs jōsēˈfəs [key], a.d. 37–c.a.d. 100, Jewish historian and soldier, b. Jerusalem. Josephus' historical works are among the most valuable…

1969 Cannes Film Festival

Palme d'OrIf, Lindsay Anderson (United Kingdom)Special Jury PrizeAdalen 31, Bo Widerberg (Sweden)Best ActorJean-Louis Trintignant, Z(France)Best ActressVanessa Redgrave, Isadora (United…

James Bernard BOWLER, Congress, IL (1875-1957)

BOWLER James Bernard , a Representative from Illinois; born in Chicago, Ill., February 5, 1875; attended the parochial and public schools; professional bicycle rider and racer; member of the…

Sam Elliott

Sam ElliottactorBorn: 8/9/1944Birthplace: Sacramento, California A leading man known for his rugged good looks and gravelly voice, he first gained attention in the 1976 movie Lifeguard . His…

Peter Fonda Biography

Peter FondaactorBorn: 2/23/1939Birthplace: New York City Son of legendary actor Henry Fonda, brother of actress Jane, and father of Bridget, Peter Fonda has often been overshadowed by his more…

Sam Elliott Biography

Sam ElliottactorBorn: 8/9/1944Birthplace: Sacramento, California A leading man known for his rugged good looks and gravelly voice, he first gained attention in the 1976 movie Lifeguard . His…