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George M. Cohan
George Michael Cohan was known as "Mr. Broadway" for his preeminent role in American musical theater in the first quarter of the 20th century. A vaudevillian since childhood, he grew up as one of…William Brewster WILLIAMS, Congress, MI (1826-1905)
WILLIAMS William Brewster , a Representative from Michigan; born in Pittsford, Monroe County, N.Y., July 28, 1826; attended the common schools and received an academic education; was graduated…Gilda Radner Biography
Gilda RadnercomedienneBorn: 6/28/1946Birthplace: Detroit Emmy Award-winning television, film and stage comedienne who is best remembered for her appearances on Saturday Night Live (1975–80). Her…1960 Academy Awards
The 1960 Academy Awards were presented April 17, 1961 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium.Best Motion PictureThe Alamo, John Wayne, producer (United Artists)The Apartment, Billy Wilder,…Julia Tuttle Biography
Julia TuttleFounder of MiamiBorn: c. 1840Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio Miami is the only major U.S. city to have been founded by a woman. Julia Tuttle, a Clevelander, first saw southern…Richard Pryor
Richard Pryor is the maverick and influential stand-up comedian whose career took a disastrous turn in 1980, when he set himself on fire while preparing to freebase cocaine. Richard Pryor began…Gone Fishin'
Director: Christopher CainWriters: Jill Mazursky Cody and Jeffrey AbramsMusic:Randy EdelmanProducers:Roger Birnbaum and Julie Bergman SenderBuena Vista; PG; 95 minutesRelease:5/97Cast:Danny…Firsts in America
This selection is based on our editorial judgment. Other sources may list different firsts. Admiral in U.S. Navy: David Glasgow Farragut,…Alberta Map: Regions, Geography, Facts & Figures
Located in North America, Alberta is a stunning, landlocked Canadian province that boasts natural beauty, diverse regions, and cultural attractions. The province is surrounded by British Columbia to…2 Samuel: 17
2 Samuel Chapter 17 1 Moreover Ahithophel said unto Absalom, Let me now choose out twelve thousand men, and I will arise and pursue after David this night: 2 And I will come upon him while he is…Trending
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