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Howe, Frederic Clemson

(Encyclopedia) Howe, Frederic Clemson, 1867–1940, American lawyer, government official, and political scientist, b. Meadville, Pa. He practiced law (1894–1909) in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was…

Chicago Seven

(Encyclopedia) Chicago Seven, group of political activists, originally eight in number, who led protests at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago in 1968 and were charged with criminal…

Springsteen, Bruce Frederick

(Encyclopedia) Springsteen, Bruce Frederick, 1949–, American singer, guitarist, and songwriter, nicknamed “The Boss,” b. Long Branch, N.J. Springsteen established himself as a singer and songwriter,…

Brunswick, cities, United States

(Encyclopedia) Brunswick. 1 City (2020 pop. 15,210), seat of Glynn co., SE Ga., on St. Simon's Sound near the Atlantic coast; laid out 1771–72, inc.…

Donald Evans

George W. Bush's secretary of Commerce, first termBorn: 7/26/1946Birthplace: Houston, Tex. President Bush's best friend, this was Evans's first position in government. The Commerce Department has…

Tony Richardson

directorBorn: 6/5/1928Birthplace: Shipley, England Academy Award-winning film and stage director influential in shaping modern British film and theater. His films include The Entertainer (1960),…

Jerry Jones

Born: Oct. 13, 1942Football owner-GM of Dallas Cowboys; maverick who bought declining team (3-13) and Texas Stadium for $140 million in 1989; hired pal Jimmy Johnson to replace legendary Tom Landry…

Fast Facts on SpongeBob SquarePants

Absorb yourself in SpongeBob trivia by Holly Hartman More on SpongeBob The Science of SpongeBobQuiz: SpongeBob SquarePants Other Cool Stuff Sea LifeSpongesFantastic Animal Facts Do…

Greta Scacchi

actressBorn: 2/18/1960Birthplace: Milan, Italy This beautiful, sensual actress appeared on British stage and television before embarking on a film career. She first gained notice for her…