(Encyclopedia) Ladislaus IV, 1262–90, king of Hungary (1272–90), son and successor of Stephen V. Ladislaus became unpopular by favoring the Cumans, from whom he was descended through his mother.…
(Encyclopedia) William of MalmesburyWilliam of Malmesburymämzˈbərē [key], c.1096–1143, English writer, monk of Malmesbury. His most important work is the Gesta regum Anglorum, a history of the kings…
(Encyclopedia) Bell, Clive, 1881–1964, English critic of art and literature. He was a member of the Bloomsbury group. His works include Art (1914), Since Cézanne (1922), Landmarks in Nineteenth-…
English artist and explorerBorn: 1799 Illustrator Frederick Catherwood explored and documented Mayan ruins with American travel writer John Lloyd Stephens. Although both were amateurs, they are…
The Question: O.K., experts. Where can I find the best beaches in the United States? The Answer: According to Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman, or "Dr. Beach," the…
During each election season, presidential candidates create catchy phrases that help to define their campaigns. Here’s a look at some of the more memorable ones. “Tippecanoe and Tyler Too”: In…
OLNEY, Richard, a Representative from Massachusetts; born in Milton, Stafford County, N.H., January 5, 1871; attended the public schools and Leicester Academy; was graduated from Brown…
WADSWORTH, James Wolcott, (father of James Wolcott Wadsworth, Jr.), a Representative from New York; born in Philadelphia, Pa., October 12, 1846; attended Hopkins Grammar School, New Haven,…
DEANE, Silas, a Delegate from Connecticut; born in Groton, Conn., December 24, 1737; received a classical training, and was graduated from Yale College, New Haven, Conn., in 1758; studied law…
SMITH, Howard Worth, a Representative from Virginia; born in Broad Run, Fauquier County Va., February 2, 1883; attended the public schools; was graduated from Bethel Military Academy,…
