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The National WWII Museum showcases tales of terror and bravery
NEW ORLEANS - Marine Lt. Leonard Isaaks Jr. was killed on Feb. 20, 1945, during the battle for the Japanese island Iwo Jima. All you really need to know about his death is contained in the painstakingly printed letter found on his body:
Dear Daddy,...Tags: Ted Stevens, Unrest, Conflicts and War, China, Entertainment, Louis Prima
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Music of 1940s brought to stage in RECT's 'Swingtime Canteen'
jbrummett@amnews.comHARRODSBURG — The music of World War II will come to life in Ragged Edge Community Theatre’s upcoming production of “Swingtime Canteen.” The musical revue tells the story of five girls in 1944 London, according to show director...Tags: Entertainment Events, Patsy Cline, Book, Music Theater, World War II (1939-1945)
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Comedian Clarence Loos dies at 85
VarietyClarence Loos, a baggy-pants vaudeville comedian who appeared onstage alongside the Three Stooges, the Andrews Sisters, Mickey Rooney and Sammy Davis Jr., died May 25 in Las Vegas. He was 85. Loos was a clown in an old-fashioned sense of the word, using...Tags: Mickey Rooney, Comedy (genre), Entertainment, Sammy Davis Jr.
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Good Lovelies live by three-part harmony
South Bend Tribune CorrespondentWhen a group of crabs is placed in a bucket, the crabs will instinctively grab and pull down any crab that tries to climb out of the top to escape. This type of behavior is a good metaphor for people who attempt to bring down anyone who achieves success,...Tags: Canada, Entertainment, Toronto (Canada), Music, Folk (genre)
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Colonial Players, Infinity Theatre offer a double delight
Two terrific shows premiered last weekend in Annapolis, set in nearly the same period and dealing with history-making creative artists. At Colonial Players, "Moonlight and Magnolias" is set in 1939 and tells the behind-the-scenes story of making the film...
Tags: Entertainment Events, Unrest, Conflicts and War, MGM Inc., Movies, Bing Crosby
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Nauticus and Stage Company team up for swingtime revue
Nauticus and Virginia Stage Company are teaming up to present "Swingtime Salute, An On-Deck Revue," this summer. Performances of the World War II-era song and dance show will take place May 31 through July 8 on the deck of the Battleship Wisconsin in...
Tags: Williamsburg (Brooklyn, New York), Entertainment Events, Renee Fleming, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Chrysler Museum of Art
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Harry Judd Rose and Diane Beverly Rose
Harry Judd Rose, a retired bus driver with the Maryland Transit Administration and a World War II veteran, died Sunday at Gilchrist Hospice Care from complications of a fall.
He was 94, and died four days after his daughter, Diane Beverly Rose, 62, who...Tags: Towson, Unrest, Conflicts and War, Health, Behavioral Conditions, World War II (1939-1945)
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Briefly In The News
Tax issues for nonprofits discussed Laguna Beach nonprofits are invited to a free seminar on pitfalls regarding sales tax, raffles, lotteries and unrelated business income sponsored by the Laguna Beach Seniors and Laguna Beach Community Foundation from...Tags: Health, Documentary (genre), Clubs and Associations, Lifestyle and Leisure, Movies
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Staff picks for Nov. 3 to 9
The Top Five
Lincoln and Douglas on stage
“The Rivalry,” a play about the Lincoln-Douglas debates. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Saturday, Nov. 12. Harpers Ferry Middle School, Bolivar, W.Va.; 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, Saturday,...Tags: Tourism and Leisure, Entertainment Events, Festive Events, Movies, Philadelphia (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
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Five for your planner: Friday, Nov. 4
1. Open house
Metal sculptor Scott Cawood opens his studio to visitors. Showing work in progress and holiday gift ideas. Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 5, at Scott Cawood Art Studio, 3829 Harpers Ferry Road, south of Sharpsburg. Free. Go to www....Tags: Arts and Culture, Unity (music group), Philadelphia (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), Entertainment, Roy Rogers
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Cancer survivors tell their tales
The joint was jumpin’ as Glendale Memorial Hospital hosted its 15th Annual tribute to cancer survivors. It was a “Star Spangled Salute” to more than 110 community members and their guests who have played a role in the fight against...Tags: Health and Medical Professionals, Breast Cancer, Health, Elections, Social Issues
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