Susan Sarandon(Susan Abigail Tomalin)actressBorn: 10/4/1946Birthplace: New York City Academy Award-winning, self-possessed film actress who is known for her intelligent, sensual presence. Her films…
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completed preparatory studies; was graduated from Princeton College in 1813;
clerk of the United States…
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born in Middletown, Conn., August 10, 1799;
pursued classical studies;
was graduated from Yale College in 1819;
studied law;
was…
BOKEE David Alexander , a Representative from New York; born in New York City, October 6, 1805;
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ECKERT George Nicholas , a Representative from Pennsylvania;
born in Womelsdorf, Berks County, Pa., July 4, 1802;
was graduated from the medical department of the University of Pennsylvania at…
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