Faberge eggs and Faberge display at National Geographic Hall
A trade of US wheat for Russian eggs led to Faberge treasures, including 11 gold jeweled eggs, now at the National Geographic Explorers Hall through February 23. The Smithsonian debuts a 67.89 carat champagne diamond, Victoria Transvaal, on permanent display at the Museum of Natural History.
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British agent hides code to save airmen in Monte Carlo
London and Bridgton reports reveal Eva Trenchard died at 93 after aiding 27 airmen behind German lines in World War II. She kept her secret code, ran safe houses near Monte Carlo across from German HQ, and smuggled men to Spain. Stephen King seeks haunted Victorians in Fleet, England.
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More women start pumping iron in Iowa weightlifting clubs
Dan McNutt of Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville says a surge in female participation is transforming his weightlifting club. He recalls initial skepticism but notes many women now lift impressive amounts and notably outnumber men, signaling growth of a potential Iowa women’s power lifting group.
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Guy Lombardo dies at 75 longtime bandleader fades
Lombardo died in Houston Methodist Hospital from a lung ailment. His body to be returned to New York with viewing today and Tuesday, mass planned Wednesday, burial at Pine Lawn Cemetery. The Guy Lombardo Orchestra will continue under Lebert and Victor Lombardo.
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