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IN the nineteenth century it was Europeans who described the United States; though no other nation was ever subjected to so overwhelming a literary barrage, the description was rarely comprehensive and only occasionally understanding.
CAB sets inquiry on LaGuardia Field plane crash; G Gay comments; death toll reaches 41
Unfinished dwelling units and dormitory accommodations for 1,350 prospective student veterans at educational institutions in the New York area may not be ready for the fall classes unless the Federal Public Housing Authority gets additional funds soon to complete its program.
ITHACA, N.Y., May 31 -- In a neck-and-neck race throughout the length of the two-mile course on Lake Cayuga, Navy's varsity eight shot home the winner over Cornell by a scant few feet today in the final big sprint regatta of the Eastern college rowing season.
1947Ron Dennis, English businessman, founded the McLaren Group[†]
Sir Ronald Dennis is a British businessman and motorsport executive. From 1981 to 2009, Dennis served as team principal, CEO and co-owner of McLaren in Formula One, winning seven World Constructors' Championship titles between 1984 and 1998; he also served as founder, chairman and owner of McLaren Group between 1985 and 2017, where he founded McLaren Automotive in 2010.
1947Jonathan Pryce, Welsh actor and singer[†]
Sir Jonathan Pryce is a Welsh actor. He is known for his performances on stage and in film and television. He has received numerous awards, including two Tony Awards and two Laurence Olivier Awards as well as nominations for an Academy Award, three BAFTA Awards, and five Emmy Awards. He was honored with a knighthood for services to drama in 2021.
1947Ronnie Wood, English guitarist, songwriter, and producer[†]
Ronald David Wood is an English rock musician, best known as a member of the Rolling Stones since 1975, and a member of Faces and the Jeff Beck Group.