(Encyclopedia) Goldstein, Joseph LeonardGoldstein, Joseph Leonardgōldˈstīn [key], 1940–, American molecular geneticist, b. Sumter, S.C., M.D. Univ. of Texas at Dallas, 1966. He worked as a biomedical…
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Willard Harrison BennettBorn: 1903Birthplace: Findlay, Ohio Radio frequency mass spectrometer—Bennett studies in gases ionized by high voltage electricity was used in controlled thermonuclear…
WILLIAMS Richard , a Representative from Oregon;
born in Findlay, Hancock County, Ohio, November 15, 1836;
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born in Hanover Township, Pa., February 26, 1776;
pursued an academic course;
studied law;
was admitted to the bar and practiced;
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The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., created its Honors awards in 1978 to recognize the lifetime achievements of selected American…
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