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Archimedes
One of the great scientists of antiquity, Archimedes is known for his mathematical work, his theories of mechanics and his clever use of machines in the defense of Syracuse against the Romans. It is…Geometry: Prisms
PrismsGeometryThe Next Dimension: Surfaces and SolidsPrismsPyramidsCylinders and ConesPolyhedraSpheresPlatonic Solids Suppose you have a polygon, like maybe a triangle or a rectangle, and you…Robert Russell WHITTAKER, Congress, KS (1939)
WHITTAKER Robert Russell , a Representative from Kansas; born in Eureka, Greenwood County, Kans., September 18, 1939; attended the Greenwood County public schools; attended Kansas University,…George Musso 2000 Deaths
George MussoAge: 90 two-way star for the Chicago Bears in the 1930s and 40s and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame; nicknamed "Moose"; first player to win All-NFL honors at two positions…Jonathan Harvey ROWELL, Congress, IL (1833-1908)
ROWELL Jonathan Harvey , a Representative from Illinois; born in Haverhill, Grafton County, N.H., February 10, 1833; attended Rock Creek School; was graduated from Eureka College, Illinois;…Jacob K. SHAFER, Congress, ID (1823-1876)
SHAFER Jacob K. , a Delegate from the Territory of Idaho; born near Broadway, Rockingham County, Va., December 26, 1823; was graduated from Washington College, Lexington, Va., in 1843; and from…Thorncrown Chapel
Eureka Springs, Ark.Designed in 1980 by E. Fay Jones photo by Carol M. Highsmith The American Institute of Architects and Harris Interactive selected Thorncrown Chapel as one…William Van Ness BAY, Congress, MO (1818-1894)
BAY William Van Ness , a Representative from Missouri; born in Hudson, N.Y., November 23, 1818; attended the public schools; studied law; was admitted to the bar; moved to Union, Franklin…James Norris GILLETT, Congress, CA (1860-1937)
GILLETT James Norris , a Representative from California; born in Viroqua, Vernon County, Wis., September 20, 1860; moved with his parents to Sparta, Wis., in 1865; attended the grammar and high…George Williams CASSIDY, Congress, NV (1836-1892)
CASSIDY George Williams , a Representative from Nevada; born near Paris, Bourbon County, Ky., April 25, 1836; attended the public schools and was educated by private tutors; studied law but…Trending
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