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James MyersAge: 81 songwriter who penned more than 300 songs, including 1954's “Rock Around the Clock,” which was recorded by Bill Haley and His Comets. Died: Bonita Springs, Fla., May 9,…
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Born: 1847
Birthplace: Edinburgh, Scotland
Telegraphy—In addition to the telephone, Bell held patents for the telegraph, photophone, phonograph, aerial vehicles,…
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actressBorn: 5/29/1958Birthplace: Topeka, Kansas
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