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The Civil War divided Clark County's Jackson family and many others
One of the many tragedies of the Civil War was the divided loyalties that led to Kentuckians fighting on opposite sides. Being a border state, Kentucky saw many instances of “brother against brother” during the war. A number of well known...
Tags: Government, Abraham Lincoln, Unions, Wars and Interventions, Armed Forces
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Hagerstown native tells of 'role of a lifetime' in 'Lincoln'
dona@herald-mail.comHis work has been seen by millions — most recently in the Stephen Spielberg film “Lincoln” — but this Hagerstown native might not be easily recognized despite his appearances in scores of movies, television shows and commercials....Tags: Celebrities, Harrison Ford, DreamWorks Animation SKG Incorporated, Jared Harris, Richard Harris
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Tony DeMayo: A Champion For Those Who Needed One
The Hartford CourantAs a lawyer and judge, Tony DeMayo fought vigilantly for the rights of women and those who are often looked down upon by society: people accused of criminal acts. His strong belief in the presumption of innocence and the equality and dignity of all...Tags: Feminism, Judges, U.S. Army, Laws, Defendants
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‘Lincoln’: Look at all those TV actors; did you love the surprise?
The TV Guy - Orlando SentinelAnother day at the multiplex, another chance to see some wonderful TV actors showing their versatility. Today's example: “Lincoln.” Of course, it's a grand showcase for Daniel Day-Lewis as Honest Abe. But the intimate Steven Spielberg epic... -
Virginia: Follow Lincoln (and 'Lincoln') in Richmond, Petersburg
RICHMOND, Va. — Below the spaghetti-works of Interstate 95, beside a canal where excursion boats are the only watercraft, I try to imagine a group of African American workers on the day after Union soldiers brought freedom to Richmond. They were...
Tags: Dining and Drinking, Lifestyle and Leisure, Theft, Barbara Lee, Restaurants
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'Lincoln': A political animal of a different kind ★★★★
"Lincoln" is a grave and surprisingly subtle magic trick, conjuring the past and an almost ridiculously impressive figure in ways that transcend art direction and the right stovepipe hat. Director Steven Spielberg's latest combines the most commonly...
Tags: Elections, Tony Kushner, War Horse (movie), Wars and Interventions, Orson Welles
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Early Halloween decorations were more artistic than frightening
Halloween decorations today include jack-o-lanterns, black cats, spiders, bats, ghosts, vampires, witches and other spooky, scary things. But in past years, many of these creatures were not threatening. In the early days of Rookwood Pottery, an art...Tags: Government, Millard Fillmore, Ronald Reagan, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Political Candidates
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012
5:30 - 9 a.m. Jonathon Brandmeier9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Mike McConnell 10:35 a.m. He’s on almost every single ballot…but not allowed to participate in the debates. Mike McConnell talks to the Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson. 12 - 3 p.m. ...Tags: Air Transportation Delays, Breast Cancer, Rahm Emanuel, Libertarian Party
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Offering best of both worlds
South Bend TribuneThis story was originally published July 28, 2012. MICHIGAN CITY -- Park at the end of California Avenue, among the homes and cottages nestled against the backside of the low dune. See the trail? Take it. Ascend to the top, past the windblown trees and...Tags: Dan Reeves, Beaches, Rentals
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Bragg led the Confederate forces, while Buell led the Union troops
smojica@amnews.comConfederate Gen. Braxton Bragg and Union Gen. Don Carlos Buell were the key leaders for their troops during the Civil War Battle of Perryville. Though both men represented very different interests during the Battle of Perryville, they shared some...Tags: Mexican-American War, U.S. Military, Wars and Interventions, West Point, Unrest, Conflicts and War
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From dry rivers to dead deer, drought's impact felt everywhere
Well before Hurricane Isaac hit Louisiana and brought localized heavy flooding, the weather story of the summer was not about an abundance of water -- it was the lack thereof. And it still is. Farmers and residents in 40 states know this all too well,...
Tags: Companies and Corporations, Oklahoma State University-Stillwater , Wildlife, U.S. Army, News Agency
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Did McClellan get a bad rap? Debate goes on
The argument over the performance of the Union commander on the nation's bloodiest day is far from settled. Major Gen. George B. McClellan was sacked by President Abraham Lincoln less than two months after the Battle of Antietam. For more than a...Tags: Unions, Abraham Lincoln, Lake County (Illinois), Wars and Interventions, Armed Conflicts
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