(Encyclopedia) Abilene
Abilene
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[key]. 1 City (2020 pop. 6,460), seat of Dickinson co., central Kans., on the
Smoky Hill River; inc. 1869. It was (1867–71) a…
David MerrickAge: 88 Broadway impresario famous for his productions and his ruthless pursuit of publicity. Known as the “Abominable Showman,” Merrick remains one of the most prolific and…
Western Wall: The Tucson Sessions
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Their Trio partner Dolly Parton is nowhere to be found on this set, but Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris deliver a captivating collaboration of their…
DanMrs Jo often thought that Dan had Indian blood in him, not only because of his love of a wild, wandering life, but his appearance; for as he grew up, this became more striking. At twenty-…
Eddie BrackenAge: 87 stage, screen, and film actor who played the comic hero in the Preston Struges films The Miracle of Morgan's Creek and Hail the Conquering Hero. His career, which spanned…
Chet AtkinsAge: 77 virtuosic guitar player and record producer who helped to make Nashville the epicenter of country music in the 1950s. Known as the “Country Gentleman,” Atkins gained fame…
SistersRounder Not a year goes by when bluegrass fans don't find themselves thinking, “Thank God for Rounder Records.” Not satisfied with breaking Alison Krauss and holding on to her despite…
William Reynoldsfilm editorBorn: 1910Birthplace: Elmira, New York This adept film editor garnered many awards during his six-decade career in Hollywood. Reynolds won Academy Awards for his editing of…
Chet AtkinsmusicianBorn: 6/20/1924Birthplace: nr. Luttrell, Tenn. virtuosic guitar player and record producer who helped to make Nashville the epicenter of country music in the 1950s. Known as the “…
Tommy Tunedancer, choreographerBorn: 2/28/1939Birthplace: Wichita Falls, Texas Tony Award-winning dancer and choreographer known for his innovative dances and his work in musical films. His…
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