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Zemurray, Samuel

(Encyclopedia) Zemurray, Samuel, 1877–1961, American business executive, b. Russia as Schmuel Zmuri; he Americanized his name early in the 20th cent. His nearly penniless family emigrated in 1891 and…

Burnet, David Gouverneur

(Encyclopedia) Burnet, David GouverneurBurnet, David Gouverneurgŭvˌən&oobreve;rˈ bûrˈnĭt [key], 1788–1870, provisional president of Texas (1836), b. Newark, N.J.; son of William Burnet (1730–91…

Wilberforce, Samuel

(Encyclopedia) Wilberforce, SamuelWilberforce, Samuelwĭlˈbərfôrs [key], 1805–73, English prelate; son of William Wilberforce. In 1845 he became bishop of Oxford. He did not support the Oxford…

Károlyi, Count Julius

(Encyclopedia) Károlyi, Count JuliusKárolyi, Count Juliuskäˈrôlyĭ [key], 1871–1946?, Hungarian politician; cousin of Michael Károlyi. He became premier and finance minister in 1931. He resigned in…

The Stuff that Dreams Are Made of

The Question: Where did the phrase "and that's what dreams are made of" come from? Who said it? The Answer: Probably the most famous modern use of the phrase, responsible for much of its…

Ten Movies to Watch with Mom

Here are some movies to watch with mom on Mother's Day. by Jennie Wood Sandra Bullock won an Oscar for her role in The Blind Side Related Links Showbiz Moms…

Dianne Wiest

actressBorn: 3/28/1948Birthplace: Kansas City, Missouri Academy Award-winning film and stage actress known for her quirky, appealing screen personality. Her films include Hannah and Her Sisters (…

Bruce Campbell

actorBorn: 6/22/1958Birthplace: Royal Oak, Michigan TV and film actor known for his work with director Sam Raimi. Campbell's credits include Congo (1995), Tornado (1996) and an uncredited role in…

Martin IV, d. 1285, pope

(Encyclopedia) Martin IV, d. 1285, pope (1281–85), a Frenchman named Simon de Brie; successor of Nicholas III. He was chancellor under Louis IX of France and was created cardinal by Urban IV. He was…

2003 Grammy Awards

The 46th Annual Grammy Awards were presented at Staples Center in Los Angeles on February 8, 2004.Record:“Clocks,” ColdplayAlbum:Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, OutkastSong:“Dance with My Father,”…