For the record
Cartoonists: An article in the Oct. 21 Calendar section about recent books and museum exhibitions on classic cartoonists said Jack Kirby created the superhero Captain America. Kirby co-created the character with writer Joe Simon. Also, the article referred to three new biographies of cartoonists that complement complete reprintings of their life works, and implied that Kirby's life work was in "The Complete Dick Tracy." While there is a forthcoming biography of Kirby, there is not a reprinting of his entire life's work. "The Complete Dick Tracy" reprints the life work of cartoonist Chester Gould.
Lending to friends: An article in the Oct. 21 Business section about a company that facilitates loans between friends and relatives said the monthly payment necessary to pay off a $25,000 loan with an interest rate of 5% in three years was $783.41. The correct payment amount is $749.27.
Taking money abroad: The Oct. 21 On the Spot column in the Travel section said you may not take more than $10,000 out of the U.S. You may take more than $10,000 if you declare it to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Jenni Kayne opening: An article in today's Image section says Jenni Kayne's boutique opened Tuesday. The store opened Monday.
Trunk show canceled: An event listed in today's Image section, the Graeme Black Personal Appearance and Trunk Show scheduled for Saturday at Nordstrom at Fashion Valley, has been canceled because of the San Diego fires.
Young inventors: An article in the Oct. 12 California section about USC's student innovator showcase misspelled participant Anthony Christodoulou's name as Christadoulo.
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