Son House was one of the great Delta bluesmen – but twice in his life, events almost conspired to keep his music from public ears…
Born 1902
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In honor of John Steinbeck’s birthday, we look at three classic movies that grew from his books.
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Anyone who’s ever said “I’m as pure as the driven slush” can thank Tallulah Bankhead for the turn of phrase. And that’s just one of many…
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Ansel Adams’ name was in the news thanks to a lucky garage sale find…
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She gave away nearly $200 million to support New York City’s great cultural institutions.
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News Obituaries
Strom Thurmond (1902–2003), longtime U.S. senator from South Carolina
by Legacy StaffHe helped fuel the rise of the modern conservative Republican Party in the South.