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Colenso, John William
The Concise Oxford Companion to English Literature
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Colenso, John William (1814–83), a mathematician who became bishop of Natal. He was denounced for his strong views on Zulu polygamy in relation to Christian conversion and for applying the Christian ethic to the problem of race relations in southern Africa. His commentary on
St Paul's Epistle to the Romans (1861) aroused a storm of controversy by its repudiation of much orthodox sacramental theology and its denial of everlasting punishment;
The Pentateuch and the Book of Joshua Critically Examined (1862–79) challenged the traditional historical accuracy and authorship of these books.
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Williams' work on epic 'Star Wars' scores well-deserving of praise.(Time Out!)(Classical music)
Newspaper article from: Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL); 5/27/2005; 700+ words
; ...Gowen George Lucas has credited John Williams for much of the success of the...assessment, and his praise of Williams goes back a long time ago in a...Spielberg convinced Lucas that Williams was perfect for the job. Williams...
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WILLIAMS TO LOBBY FOR BETTER FUNDING FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
Newspaper article from: The Journal Record; 2/13/1986; ; 700+ words
; Joseph H. Williams, chairman of the board and chief...the luncheon discussion with Williams and McGee. Senate Majority Leader John Luton, D-Muskogee, asked...or expand plants in Oklahoma, Williams said. Luton also asked Williams...
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Williams Won't Pass On Return; Bullets Forward Says He Just Wants to Play
Newspaper article from: The Washington Post; 7/25/1992; ; 700+ words
; John Williams is playing organized basketball...all the time." Still, Williams didn't rule out the possibility...elsewhere." General Manager John Nash said, "That's encouraging" when told of Williams's comments. "Basically...
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WILLIAMS FILES APPLICATION FOR SECOND TERM.(NEWS)
Newspaper article from: Daily News (Los Angeles, CA); 1/3/1997; 700+ words
; ...Commission, Police Chief Willie L. Williams formally applied Thursday for...commission, but support for Williams among council members also...Kramer. City Council President John Ferraro has similar views...long has been at odds with Williams over the leadership of the...
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Williams closes in; Ted's son to debut soon.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Boston Herald; 6/21/2002; ; 700+ words
; ...Meanwhile, the Red Sox yesterday acknowledged that John Henry Williams made a request to Sox owner John Henry earlier...Henry to John Henry. "We were asked by Ted Williams' son, John Henry Williams, for a tryout opportunity. And although it...
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Hosea Williams 1926-2000
Magazine article from: The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education; 1/31/2001; 700+ words
; ...use them lunch counters," Williams recalled later. This event...the civil rights movement. Williams, together with current Georgia congressman John Lewis, led the pivotal Bloody...Bridge in Selma, Alabama. As Williams and Lewis and several hundred...
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Williams to Buy Transco
Newspaper article from: The Journal Record; 12/13/1994; 700+ words
; ...convinced it was the right move for Williams. "I think the guys from Williams have a lot to prove to the investment community," said John Raymond of Howard Weil Labouisse Friedrichs Inc. in New Orleans. Williams in August agreed to sell the...
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WILLIAMS RETURNS TO PURSUE DREAM.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: Daily News (Los Angeles, CA); 8/18/2007; 700+ words
; ...years and eight months later, Williams will make his return against...Montana in the main event. Williams is not allowed to fight in...examinations. Longtime trainer John Bray no longer works with Williams. Williams, who turned 35...
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Williams Communications' Leaders Embraced Changes, Sought Growth.
Newspaper article from: Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News; 4/23/2002; 700+ words
; By John Stancavage, Tulsa World, Okla...glowed bright with promise for Williams Communications Group Inc. Originally called Williams Telecommunications, the company...Tulsa office, the managers of Williams Pipe Line Co. pitched the idea...
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WILLIAMS' DARK SIDE EMERGES AFTER HE LANDS 25-TO-LIFE FOR MURDER.(MAIN)
Newspaper article from: Albany Times Union (Albany, NY); 6/29/1995; 700+ words
; Byline: JOHN CAHER Staff writer ALBANY...seemingly wired Jeffrey D. Williams bitterly challenged his...in the neighborhood, Williams offered that even he...Lonczak jury. ``If I was John Q. Public and I was...rap sheet,'' said Williams, who was found guilty...
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Williams & Connolly LLP
Book article from: International Directory of Company Histories
...Hartley Labor Act. Later Williams defended Teamsters President...embezzlement and tax evasion. In 1957 Williams defended Jimmy Hoffa, who...Rackets Committee. Senator John F. Kennedy was a member of...was its chief counsel. Then Williams defended Hoffa against bribery...
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Williams, Tony
Book article from: Contemporary Musicians
Tony Williams Drummer, composer “...where I am, ” Tony Williams, jazz drummer and composer, told John Ephland in Down Beat “...Throughout a turbulent three decades, Williams has drummed with such superstars...
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Williams, Lucinda
Book article from: Contemporary Musicians
...Robert Johnson (blues) to Hank Williams (country) to Bob Dylan and...father ’ s teachings, Williams received constructive criticism...noted poets James Dickey and John Ciardi. She also found instruction...Welty. The literary insight Williams gained into human emotions...
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Williams, Ellis 1951–
Book article from: Contemporary Theatre, Film and Television
...Appearances; Series: (As Ellis E. Williams) Henry Hughley, The Hughleys...HBO, 1995. (As Ellis E. Williams) Man, The Right to Remain...Fox, 1996. (As Ellis E. Williams) Reverend, Running Mates...Lifetime, 1998. Lou, "Little John," Hallmark Hall of Fame...
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Williams, Jody
Book article from: Contemporary Musicians
...So it was Diddley, and not Williams, who ultimately profited from...1957. "I was ripped off," Williams later told John Sinkevics in the Grand Rapids...an abrupt change of course, Williams stashed his cherished "Red Lightnin...
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