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Henson, Josiah

(Encyclopedia) Henson, Josiah, 1789–1883, black slave, reputedly the basis of the character of Uncle Tom in Uncle Tom's Cabin, b. Charles co., Md. In 1825 he faithfully led a party of his master's…

Daschle, Tom

(Encyclopedia) Daschle, Tom (Thomas Andrew Daschle)Daschle, Tomdăshˈəl [key], 1947–, U.S. senator from South Dakota (1987–2005), b. Aberdeen, S.Dak. A Democrat, he was elected to the U.S. House of…

Dibdin, Charles

(Encyclopedia) Dibdin, Charles, 1745–1814, English songwriter and theatrical entrepreneur. His best-known songs are from his ballad operas, such as The Bells of Aberdovey from Liberty Hall (1785) and…

Smothers, Tom

(Thomas) comedianBirthplace: New York CityBorn: 2/2/37

Wopat, Tom

actorBirthplace: Lodi, Wis.Born: 9/9/50

Ewell, Tom

(Yewell Tompkins) actorBirthplace: Owensboro, Ky.Born: 1909Died: 1994

Magliozzi, Tom

“Car Talk” hostBirthplace: Cambridge, Mass.Born: 6/28/37

Poston, Tom

actor Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio Born: 10/17/21 Died: 04/30/07