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In 1934 George---------- , actor, banjo player, born.?

In 1937 "---------- " comic strip appears; known for historical detail and fine detail drawing. Thanks Hal.?

In 1944 Stockard ---------- (in New York), born.?

In 1955 Israel acquires 4 of the 7 dead sea?

In 1876 Alexander ---------- Bell files an application for a patent for the telephone. ?