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January 3, 1937

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Glen A. Larson

1937Glen A. Larson, American director, producer, and screenwriter, created Battlestar Galactica (died 2014)[†]

Glen Albert Larson was an American television producer, writer, and composer. He created many series, including Alias Smith and Jones, Battlestar Galactica, Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo, Quincy, M.E., The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries, B. J. and the Bear, The Fall Guy, Magnum, P.I., and Knight Rider. Active on television until the early 2010s, he was also a member of the folk revival/satire group The Four Preps.

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Headlines from January 3, 1937

STRIKERS IN FLINT DEFY INJUNCTION TO END SIT-DOWNS; Sheriff Mobilizes Deputies for Forcible Ejection, but No Action Is Taken. GAS USE WAS PLANNED Judge Fails to Issue Warrants and Further Steps Wait Until Monday. KNUDSEN SEES 135,000 IDLE He Says Lack of Parts Will Virtually Halt Operations Within a Week. Sheriff "Laughed" From Plant Injunction Names Two Unions FLINT WRIT ISSUED TO END SIT-DOWNS Intimidation Forbidden Allegations in Petition Makes Conspiracy Charge

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strikers at Fisher Body's Flint plants defy injunction issued by Circuit Judge E D Black against picketing and remaining in plants after working hrs; injunction names United Auto Workers, CIO and Martin as defendants; excerpts; petition cites injury to property and materials by strikers; excerpts

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