Almanac snapshot notes on Lincoln act and historic facts
Almanac entry highlights the 1862 Homestead Act signed by Abraham Lincoln and marks historic dates from 1902 Cuba events to 1927 aviation milestones. It lists notable births and deaths, a 1989 Preakness Stakes note, a Balzac quote, and Charles Lindbergh naming his plane The Spirit of St. Louis.
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Abraham Lincoln
Western
United States
Cuba
Charles
New York
Yo Stewart
Cher
Bronson Pinchot
Honore de Balzac
Charles Lindbergh
Spirit of
Da Vinci Code controversy hits Cannes with warnings
Hollywood figures at the Cannes Film Festival address The Da Vinci Code controversy and advise audiences to read and discuss before judging. Ron Howard deflects boycotts while critics offer lukewarm reviews and caution against overhyped expectations for the blockbuster film.
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Ron Howard
Cote d’Azur
Howard
Opie
Cineplex
Christendom
Dan Brown
Jesus
Brown
Mary Magdalene
Mel Gibson
Cannes
Ian McKellen
Tom Hanks
Matt Lauer
Europe
McKellen
Hollywood
Ban on foie gras sparks nationwide debate and shift
Chef David Anderson argues for banning foie gras as Chicago becomes first U.S. city to prohibit sale. He cites cruelty in production and notes similar bills advancing in several states. He envisions a humane food future with vegan options and versatile corn based dishes. Anderson is a Madeleine Bistro chef and PETA ally.
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David Anderson
Chicago
Israel
America
Madeleine Bistro
Tarzana
Calif
For the Ethical Treatment of Animals
PETA
Front St
Norfolk
GoVeg
Rove’s deft showing belies shaky political ground
Carl P. Leubsdorf recounts Karl Rove’s poised performance at the American Enterprise Institute. Rove touts economic stats and Bush strengths while facing questions on tax cuts and a grand jury probe. He insists voters will be fine in the fall and defends defense and security policies amid sour public mood.
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Karl Rove
Mad Magazine
Alfred E. Neuman
Bush
White House
Rove
American Enterprise Institute
Mark Twain
Benjamin Disraeli
Rowe
Treasury
Congressional Budget Office
Iraq
CIA
Valerie Plame
American Enterprise Institute For Public Policy Research
Washington
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Eugene Robinson
Eugenerobinson
Washpost.com
Carl P. Leubsdorf
Dallas Morning News
Carl P. Semen Addy Wish Sania Hee Ghee Ates
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