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Elssler, Fanny, 1810-1884

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Fanny Elssler (1810-1884) was an Austrian ballerina of the Romantic Period. She introduced theatricalized folk dance (character dance) into ballet. She was celebrated for her spirited, spectacular dancing and for her technique, especially her point work. Fanny Elssler died in Vienna on 27 November 1884....

Griswold, Rufus Willmot, 1815-1857

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Rufus Wilmot Griswold (February 13, 1815 – August 27, 1857) was an American anthologist, editor, poet, and critic. Born in Vermont, Griswold left home when he was 15 years old. He worked as a journalist, editor, and critic in Philadelphia, New York City, and elsewhere. He built a strong literary reputation, in part due to his 1842 collection The Poets and Poetry of America. This anthology, the most comprehensive of its time, included what he deemed the best examples of American poetry. He produc...

World Alliance of YMCAs

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The YMCA, established at Oberlin College in 1881, and the YWCA, established in 1894, were voluntary associations of students dedicated to social and religious work for the purpose of building Christian character in their members. Oberlin College provided on-campus quarters for both organizations, whose staffs were paid out of an annual grant from the College. Under the presidency of William E. Stevenson (1946-59), the relationship of the YMCA and YWCAs to the larger religious life of the College...

Godey, Louis Antoine, 1804-1878

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Publisher of "Godey's Lady's Book," a successful 19th century American magazine noted for fashion plates, art reproductions, and publishing both leading American authors and popular writers; also connected with a number of Philadelphia publications. From the description of Letters of Louis Antoine Godey, 1847-1865. (University of Virginia). WorldCat record id: 34566940 American editor. From the description of Autograph letter signed : Philadelphia, to Oscar T. Ke...

Wanamaker, John, 1838-1922

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John Wanamaker was founder of a Philadelphia department store. From the description of Collection, 1779-1892. (Historical Society of Pennsylvania). WorldCat record id: 122632980 John Wanamaker, 1838-1822. Born Philadelphia, created first department store, pioneered use of price tags, money back guarantees, newspaper ads, and white sales. Instituted employee health care, pensions, and fringe benefits. Samuel Sydney McClure, 1857-1949. Founder, editor,...