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(Encyclopedia) Ryle, Gilbert, 1900–1976, British philosopher. A graduate of Oxford, he became a tutor at Christ Church, Oxford, and later was Waynflete professor of metaphysical philosophy (1945–68)…
JACKSON Jesse L., Jr. , a Representative from Illinois; born in Greenville, Pickens County,
S.C., March 11, 1965; B.S., North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State
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EHRLICH Robert L., Jr. , a Representative from Maryland; born in Arbutus, Howard County, Md.,
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