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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 happy to be back: ; Familiar face in new surroundings for start of boys' practice Monday
Newspaper article from: Charleston Daily Mail; 11/13/2007; ; 700+ words
; ...feel big about himself," Williams said, "but he's grounded...South Charleston 345 3. Tex Williams* St. Albans, Nitro 344 4...South Charleston 226 9. John Vencill Charleston, Capital...Herbert Hoover 205 12. Roy Williams East Bank 204 13. Bill Turner...
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Williams Cos. Sells Natural-Gas Pipeline to Reduce Debt.
Newspaper article from: Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News; 4/15/2003; 700+ words
; ...revenues of $267 million in 2002. Williams expects the sale will trigger...million, the difference between Williams' book value for the pipeline...sale. "It was a good price for Williams," said John Olson, energy analyst for Sanders...
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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 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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 "Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL)")
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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 as a Winner: It Feels Mighty Sweet
Newspaper article from: The Washington Post; 1/14/1988; ; 700+ words
; ...third down throw long." Williams harrumphed. "People...Well, I haven't seen John Elway throw one touch...guys said, `That Doug Williams throws it too damned...t have Lynn Swann and John Stallworth. I asked...The memory caused Williams to laugh, and the sound...
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Williams Industries Inc. Is Poised to Build Bridges to Success
Newspaper article from: The Washington Post; 4/13/1987; ; 700+ words
; ...that construction effort and Williams, through a key subsidiary...Thruway in New York. The Williams' bridge-building subsidiary is the John F. Beasley Construction Co...harbor in Baltimore. Other Williams' subsidiaries-there are...
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 "The Cincinnati Post (Cincinnati, OH)")
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WILLIAMS FLEW OFF THE FIELD BASEBALL LEGEND WAS A GREAT PILOT.(SPORTS)
Newspaper article from: The Cincinnati Post (Cincinnati, OH); 7/6/2002; 700+ words
; ...canopy while ejected, and Williams knew a bailout would...then again in Korea, Williams became a close friend...himself, future astronaut John Glenn. In Korea, Glenn...idol in my life, it was John Glenn,'' Williams once said. Williams...
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Williams back in hospital; Red Sox legend 'not in danger'.(Sports)
Newspaper article from: The Boston Herald; 1/25/2002; ; 700+ words
; ...by a cold he caught last weekend, provoked Williams' son, John Henry Williams, to call an ambulance to bring Williams to...cold," said a baseball source who spoke to John Henry Williams after Ted Williams was admitted. "He's doing...
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 "Daily News (Los Angeles, CA)")
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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, 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 & 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, 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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