(Encyclopedia) beat generation, term applied to certain American artists and writers who were popular during the 1950s. Essentially anarchic, members of the beat generation rejected traditional…
(Encyclopedia) Berry, Wendell Erdman, 1934–, American farmer, environmentalist, and writer, b. Henry co., Ky., grad. Univ of Kentucky (B.A., 1956; M.A., 1957). He taught at various colleges including…
SIBLEY, Joseph Crocker, a Representative from Pennsylvania; born in Friendship, Allegany County, N.Y., February 18, 1850; in 1859 moved with his parents to Boston, N.Y.; attended the county…
Selected records. Source: National Aeronautic AssociationGreat Circle Distance Without LandingInternational: 2,213.04 mi; 3,561.55 km.Robert G. Ferry (U.S.) in Hughes YOH-6A helicopter powered by…
Senate Years of Service: 1981-1993Party: DemocratDIXON, Alan John, a Senator from Illinois; born in Belleville, St. Clair County, Ill., July 7, 1927; attended the public schools; graduated,…
