Search

Search results

Displaying 291 - 300

columnist

(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…

Dean, James

(Encyclopedia) Dean, James (James Byron Dean), 1931–55, American film actor, b. Marion, Ind. After a few stage and television roles, Dean was chosen to play the moody, rebellious son in the film East…

James Wilson: Speech of James Wilson

Speech of James WilsonJames Wilson6 October 1787Abstract The Pennsylvania State Legislature was in session when the new Constitution was proposed, so the ratification campaign proceeded…

Blaine, James Gillespie

(Encyclopedia) Blaine, James Gillespie, 1830–93, American politician, b. West Brownsville, Pa. As Secretary of State, Blaine was particularly energetic in fostering closer relations with the Latin…

James, epistle of the New Testament

(Encyclopedia) James, letter of the New Testament, traditionally classified among the Catholic, or General, Epistles. The James of its ascription is traditionally identified with St. James the Less.…

Douglas, Archibald, 5th earl of Angus

(Encyclopedia) Douglas, Archibald, 5th earl of Angus, 1449–1514, Scottish nobleman. He was a member of the faction that allied with Edward IV of England in opposition to the influence of Robert…

John G. Neihardt: When I have gone Weird Ways

When I have gone Weird WaysJohn G. NeihardtWhen I have finished with this episode, Left the hard, uphill road, And gone weird ways to seek another load, Oh, friends, regret me not, nor weep…