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The twenty-first president of the United States, Chester Alan Arthur (1830-1886) was reputed to be one of the leading spoilsmen in American politics when he took office, but he proved to be a dignified and an able administrator. Political enemies...

A fancy dresser, an expert on fine food and wine, and a cheery conversationalist, Chester A. Arthur was nicknamed "the Elegant Arthur" and "the Gentleman Boss." A boss, in political terms, refers to a powerful person able to organize support and deliver...

Chester Alan Arthur (October 5, 1829 – November 18, 1886) was an American politician who served as the twenty-first President of the United States. Arthur was a member of the Republican Party and worked as a lawyer before becoming the twentieth...

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Today is Sunday, Nov. 18, the 322nd day of 2007. There are 43 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On Nov. 18, 1928, Walt Disney's first sound-synchronized animated cartoon, "Steamboat Willie" starring Mickey Mouse, premiered in New York.On this date:In 1820, U.S. Navy Capt....

The president of the United States stands at the podium in the American Capitol, facing us all — Congress, the Cabinet, a television audience of millions. He struggles for the right words to restore the public's faith in his office.A nation awaits. Will he resign?...

Chester A. Arthur served as the 21st president of the United States. Sworn in as president in 1881, following the assassination of James Garfield, Arthur is best known for the civil service reforms passed during his administration. These reforms, however, cost Arthur much support and, eventually, the Republican presidential nomination to James G. Blaine in 1884.