J. D. McClatchy was an American writer, poet, author, university professor, literary critic, and librettist. He contributed significantly to various literary forms and was known for his insightful critiques and creative works. His diverse expertise allowed him to excel in academia and the arts, intertwining literature and performance. His influence extended through his writings and operatic contributions, establishing him as a notable figure in the literary and artistic landscape.
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August 12, 1945 Facts
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J. D. McClatchy belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Bryn Mawr
Place of Death: New York City
Cause of Death: cancer
Occupation: librettist | literary critic | university teacher | poet | writer
Spouses: Chip Kidd
Employers: Yale University
Awards Received: Academy of American Poets Fellowship | National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship | Guggenheim Fellowship | Lambda Literary Award
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Ephemeris for August 12, 1945
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 12, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 12, 2025 |
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| Sun | 19 Leo 33 | 20 Leo 12 | 7 Scorpio 52 |
| Moon | 13 Libra 0 | 3 Aries 7 | 20 Virgo 50 |
| Mercury | 3 Virgo 14 | 4 Leo 21 | 25 Scorpio 19 |
| Venus | 9 Cancer 18 | 14 Cancer 35 | 15 Libra 30 |
| Mars | 13 Gemini 37 | 3 Libra 34 | 26 Cancer 31 |
| Jupiter | 27 Virgo 23 | 14 Cancer 10 | 14 Libra 11 |
| Saturn | 19 Cancer 22 | 1 Aries 3 | 25 Cancer 17 |
| Uranus | 16 Gemini 44 | 1 Gemini 14 | 16 Gemini 51 |
| Neptune | 4 Libra 33 | 1 Aries 46 | 7 Libra 20 |
| Pluto | 10 Leo 9 | 2 Aquarius 9 | 11 Leo 46 |
| Rahu | 6 Cancer 57 | 19 Pisces 39 | 2 Cancer 43 |
| Ketu | 6 Capricorn 57 | 19 Virgo 39 | 2 Capricorn 43 |
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