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Two products of this incumbent mentality influence the admixture of guts and guff that make up Al's political style. First, that he is practically a monument in his community lends a security to his ability to continue living a local political life. If someone is pretty certain he can...
Nader's revisionist critics claim that his emotional commitment occasionally overwhelms his acute powers of reasoning. In an unusually vivid public display of bad manners, Nader a month ago fortified that claim. Apparently frustrated by resistance to his pet auto safety device, the inflatable air bag, Nader laced into...
Besides the welcome participation of Stewart, The Shootist features Lauren Bacall, Richard Boone, Scatman Crothers, John Carradine and Ron Howard, of American Graffiti, whose youthful presence must have helped ease the insurance premiums on the cast. Wayne, of course, is the honcho, and he performs well, although he must have...
Purging, emetics and bloodletting were common remedies; surgery consisted of "cutting for stone" and amputations. With no anaesthesia, the best surgeons were the ones who could cut, hack and saw most rapidly, aided by the strongest assistants to hold the patient down. Herbs and plants were extensively used in treatment...
Sol Hurok's reputation was based on a memorable blend of taste and guts, but his legacy also included a share of confusion. Had he named a successor, it might have been different. Harold Shaw, the new man at Hurok Concerts, is regarded as a sound businessman. His abilities...