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I was wondering if you could send me - or refer me to - a thorough list of prominent Americans born in 1899. Those I'm aware of are Duke Ellington, Fred Asataire, Ruth Page, Paul Robeson and Ernest Hemmingway. Are there more?
What schools did Sally Ride attend?
Is the Ferris wheel actually named after someone named Ferris?
Who was the first U.S. woman in space?
What was Francisco "Pancho" Villa's real name, and/or birth name?
What were the first names of the two Smith brothers of Smith Brothers' Cough Drops fame?
How many sons does the boxer George Foreman have with the name of George? I have heard both seven and eight. Can you find the answer to this question?
I would like to know if there is any way I can find out if a friend has passed away. The only information I have is her name and hometown. We have been long time friends and I would really appreciate any help I could get from you. Thanks.
Concerning the old classic movies of Little Rascals or Our Gang Comedies... whatever happened to Spanky McFarland? I heard that he was killed making a movie - is this true??
Did Baron Wilhelm Von Steuben have anything to do with the development of Steuben glass?
Do you have information about Giovanni Battista Della Porta? Was he a famous painter, inventor or scientist?
Who said "United we stand, divided we fall"?
When and where was the king of Jordan, King Abdullah, born?
Can you tell me how many people are employed in the following occupations in the U.S.: doctor, lawyer, educator, technical/engineer, managerial/professional, sales?
Which former vice president shot the Secretary of the Treasury in a duel?
I need the exact birthdate (place and time if possible) of King Hassan II of Morocco.
Where can I find a list of Vietnam War casualties from the State of Florida that includes their branch of service?
Where did Al Capone die? Was it in jail or after his sentence?
I am searching for "King Nebedkenezer", but I'm uncertain of the spelling. When I search your site everything about kings appeared except what I was looking for. Anything you might have will help.
Who was the voice of Winnie the Pooh?

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