Geraldine Bledsoe Ford

Miles Davis

1926–1991 (age 65)

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Legendary jazz trumpeter and bandleader who was at the forefront of several major developments in jazz music.

Francis Granger

1792–1868 (age 76)

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Francis Granger (1792-1868) was a Suffield resident and American politician of the 19th century.

Duke Ellington

1899–1974 (age 75)

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One of the most influential jazz musicians and composers of the 20th century.

Charles P. Daly

1816–1899 (age 83)

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Charles P. Daly (1816-1899) was a prominent New York City figure who lived 83 years and was buried at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Vespasian Warner

1842–1925 (age 83)

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Vespasian Warner (1842-1925) was a Farmer City resident who lived to age 83.

Black Herman

1889–1934 (age 45)

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Black Herman was a renowned African American stage magician and illusionist famous for his escape acts and illusions.