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Orbiting Astronomical Observatory
(Encyclopedia) Orbiting Astronomical Observatory (OAO), series of four orbiting observatories (see observatory, orbiting) launched between 1966 and 1972 by the National Aeronautics and Space…bichir
(Encyclopedia) bichirbichirbĭchˈər [key], common name for African freshwater fishes as of the family Polypteridae, and particularly for those of the genus Polypterus. Bichirs are among the most…Ray Noble 1998 Deaths
Ray NobleAge: 79 catcher/outfielder with the New York Giants from 1951-53 after a stint with the Havana Sugar Kings of the Negro League; helped Giants to win the pennant in 1951; cause of…Ray Scott 1998 Deaths
Ray ScottAge: 78 the voice heard describing every moment of the Green Bay Packers' dynasty years of the 1960s was owned by Scott; paired with Pat Summerall to form CBS's number one duo…Ray Nitschke 1998 Deaths
Ray NitschkeAge: 61 epitomized the grit and determination of the Vince Lombardi-era Green Bay Packers; a third round pick out of Illinois in 1958, Nitschke played linebacker and was the…Robert Ray, 2000 News
independent counsel who succeeded Kenneth Starr, wrapped up the tortuous Whitewater investigation in Sept. and cleared President Clinton and Hillary Rodham Clinton of any criminal conduct.…Ray Marsh, 2002 News
crematory operator, was arrested in February after investigators discovered several hundred rotting corpses on the grounds of the Tri-State Crematory in Noble, Ga. The crematory's furnace…Ray Stark 2004 Deaths
Ray StarkAge: 88 influential and prolific film producer who made more than 125 films, including Funny Girl and Steel Magnolias. Died: West Hollywood, Calif., Jan. 17, 2004Stephen SprouseR -…Ray Charles 2004 Deaths
Ray CharlesAge: 73 singer, pianist, and composer whose soulful tunes combined gospel, blues, pop, country, and jazz. A pioneer in rock music whose songs ranged from pop standards to love…Ray Katt 2000 Deaths
Ray KattAge: 72 major league catcher with N.Y. Giants and St. Louis Cardinals (1952-59); won World Series title with N.Y. in 1954; coached St. Louis and Cleveland before retiring in 1963;…Trending
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