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Today in labor history: Birth of poet Dylan Thomas
October 27, 2014Some of Thomas's poems have entered the canon of poetry in the English language. His "Do not go gentle into that good night" has become almost a popular saying.
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Today in Native history: Harrison extinguishes Ponca land rights
October 23, 2014The tragedy of the Ponca Indians led to Nebraska's last significant land acquisition, when President Harrison issued a proclamation that extended the northern boundary of Nebraska into the Dakota territory.
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Eye in the Sky: Surveillance and the art of Arnold Mesches
October 21, 2014The manuscripts in question: Mesches' FBI file, 1945 to 1972; Arny, as he calls himself, is 91.
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In “The Decent One,” Heinrich Himmler: Dedicated family man
October 20, 2014This haunting film, now in theaters, recently won the best documentary award at the Jerusalem Film Festival.
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Memories of Ñancahuazú, Tlatelolco and Cubana de Aviación Flight 455
October 16, 2014This time of year brings many memories. The memories are like echoes, for they coincide so closely with events of today, equally tragic and bloody.
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