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Was an American painter of portraits, landscapes and abstractions. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsy

Was an American painter of portraits, landscapes and abstractions. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1870 and moved with his family to New York in 1883. After graduating from St. Francis Xavier College in New York City in 1890, Tack studied at th

Was a naval officer and political figure in Upper Canada.He named his estate Russell Hill after his

Was a naval officer and political figure in Upper Canada.He named his estate Russell Hill after his family's farm in Ireland. In 1822, he became a magistrate of the Home District. In 1832, he was appointed to the Legislative Council for the province. When the Executive Council resigned to protest actions taken by Lieutenant Governor Sir Francis Bond Head, Baldwin accepted an appointment as a new member of the council. In 1841, he was re-appointed to the Legislative Council of the Province of Canada, but he resigned some time later. He was a director of the Bank of Upper Canada and the British America Assurance Company. Although retired from the navy, he was promoted to admiral in 1862.

Was a Nebraskan Impressionist painter, best known for his landscapes. Dunbier was educated in German

Was a Nebraskan Impressionist painter, best known for his landscapes. Dunbier was educated in Germany and the Art Institute of Chicago. He often worked in the southwest United States and painted landscapes, still-lifes, and portraits.[1]

A Democrat, was the 32nd Governor of Maryland in the United States from 1862 to 1866. He served as g

A Democrat, was the 32nd Governor of Maryland in the United States from 1862 to 1866. He served as governor during the Civil War and paid a heavy price for his devotion to the Union.In 1845, Governor Thomas G. Pratt appointed Bradford the Clerk of the Bal

Was a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who played 16 seasons in the National Hockey Leag

Was a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger who played 16 seasons in the National Hockey League for the Montreal Canadiens.

Was a conservationist, educator, and first female President of the Sierra Club in 1927 and 1928. In

Was a conservationist, educator, and first female President of the Sierra Club in 1927 and 1928. In addition to her terms as President, she simultaneously sat on the Angeles Chapter's Executive Committee, and the club's Board of Directors, from 1921 to 1928.Harwood had a great love of the outdoors that began during her childhood in Springfield, Missouri, where she moved with her family at an early age. Over the years, she became a member of the Green Mountain Club, the Mazamas, and the Mountaineers. When she settled in her final home of Ontario, California, she joined the Sierra Club, and led local outings there for fourteen years.

Was an American professional wrestler better known as Grizzly Smith. He was the father of profession

Was an American professional wrestler better known as Grizzly Smith. He was the father of professional wrestlers Aurelian, Jr. (Jake "The Snake" Roberts), Michael (Sam Houston), and Robin (Rockin' Robin). After his wrestling career ended, he served for a

Is a second-generation American professional wrestler and the son of former wrestler Aurelian "Grizz

Is a second-generation American professional wrestler and the son of former wrestler Aurelian "Grizzly" Smith. He is best known by his ring name of Jake "The Snake" Roberts, and often brought snakes, including a boa constrictor named Damien and even a dev

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Was a third baseman in Major League Baseball who played for the California Angels (1967-70), Washing

Was a third baseman in Major League Baseball who played for the California Angels (1967-70), Washington Senators (1970), Detroit Tigers (1971-79), San Diego Padres (1980), New York Yankees (1980-81), Chicago White Sox (1982, 1983) and Baltimore Orioles (1983).

Was a U.S. Representative from New York.He served as district attorney of Broome County, New York.Bi

Was a U.S. Representative from New York.He served as district attorney of Broome County, New York.Birdsall was elected as a Democrat to the Thirtieth Congress (March 4, 1847-March 3, 1849). He served as supply supervisor of the United States Navy.

Also known as Austin A. King and Austin King, was the tenth Governor of Missouri and United States C

Also known as Austin A. King and Austin King, was the tenth Governor of Missouri and United States Congressman.He served as a colonel in the United States Army during the Black Hawk War, was a member of the Missouri House of Representatives from 1834-1836

Was an American art director who was one of the most important and influential in the field in the h

Was an American art director who was one of the most important and influential in the field in the history of American film. He also made a great impact on motion picture theater architecture through the 1930s to 1950s, the period considered thewas an American art director who was one of the most important and influential in the field in the history of American film. He also made a great impact on motion picture theater architecture through the 1930s to 1950s, the period considered the golden-era of theater architecture. He is credited as the designer of the Oscar statuette in 1928.olden-era of theater architecture. He is credited as the designer of the Oscar statuette in 1928.

Was a farmer, merchant and political figure in New Brunswick. Born in Salisbury, New Brunswick, he r

Was a farmer, merchant and political figure in New Brunswick. Born in Salisbury, New Brunswick, he represented Westmorland County in the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick from 1935 to 1957.Appointed to the Executive Council as the Minister of Agriculture, he served under two Premiers from 1935 to 1952.

Is a cricketer who plays for Canada. He is primarily a bowler but can contribute useful runs near th

Is a cricketer who plays for Canada. He is primarily a bowler but can contribute useful runs near the bottom of the order on occasion; as of 2005 he has a highest first-class score of 48. His fielding is also very good, particularly his catching. The 2001

Was a United States Representative and Senator from New Hampshire. Born in Hebron, New Hampshire, he

Was a United States Representative and Senator from New Hampshire. Born in Hebron, New Hampshire, he pursued an academic course, studied law, and was admitted to the bar of Merrimack County in 1845. He was a member of the New Hampshire House of Representa

Is a retired American professional basketball player for the National Basketball Association.Carr wa

Is a retired American professional basketball player for the National Basketball Association.Carr was born in in Washington, D.C., attended Holy Redeemer School, and later Mackin Catholic High School. At Mackin, Carr teamed with All-City guard Tom Little, who made some national All-American teams before starring at the University of Seattle. During Carr's senior season, his first without Little, he was named PARADE magazine All-American, along with other 1967 seniors such as Artis Gilmore, Howard Porter, Jim McDaniels, and Curtis Rowe- all of whom became major college stars.

Is an American figure skater. He is the 2005 Novice national champion. In his first year on the Juni

Is an American figure skater. He is the 2005 Novice national champion. In his first year on the Junior Grand Prix circuit, he qualified for the Junior Grand Prix Final, where he placed second. He later went on to place 13th as a junior at nationals. In 20

Was a Canadian zoologist.In 1929, while still a graduate student at Cornell University, he travelled

Was a Canadian zoologist.In 1929, while still a graduate student at Cornell University, he travelled on an expedition to Madagascar as collector of birds. Rand published the results as his thesis for his Ph.D.. It was on this expedition that he met Richard Archbold, zoologist and philanthropist, with whom he became a lifelong friend. Archbold subsequently financed and led a series of biological expeditions to New Guinea in the 1930s in which Rand participated and co-led. In 1941 he assisted Archbold in the establishment of the Archbold Biological Station at Lake Placid, Florida, a place he eventually retired to.

Is a Republican member of the North Carolina General Assembly representing the state's forty-second

Is a Republican member of the North Carolina General Assembly representing the state's forty-second Senate district, including constituents in Iredell and Catawba counties. An attorney from Hickory, North Carolina, Allran is currently (2007-2008 session)

Is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the NBA's Golden State Warriors.

Is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the NBA's Golden State Warriors.A 6'10", hard-nosed player who can play the power forward and small forward positions, Croshere has shot 33.9% from three-point range over the course of his ten-year career. In 1999-2000, he had peaked at just the right time as he helped the Pacers advance to the 2000 NBA Finals, marking the Pacers' first Finals appearance since the ABA-NBA merger.

Is an American television and movie actor. Nichols has appeared in guest spots on television shows s

Is an American television and movie actor. Nichols has appeared in guest spots on television shows such as CSI, Six Feet Under, Friday Night Lights, and Deadwood. His film roles include the 2004 blockbuster The Day After Tomorrow, in which he was cast as an academic and romantic rival to Jake Gyllenhaal's protagonist. In Wimbledon, a film also released in 2004, Nichols played an arrogant tennis pro, opposite Kirsten Dunst and Paul Bettany. Signed to a rare holding deal with HBO, he most recently starred in his own series, John from Cincinnati.

Is an American film, television, and stage actor, a playwright, and a theatre director and instructo

Is an American film, television, and stage actor, a playwright, and a theatre director and instructor.

Was an American Olympic fencer. He competed in the team foil event at the 1948 Summer Olympics.

Was an American Olympic fencer. He competed in the team foil event at the 1948 Summer Olympics.