Katherine D. Ortega
Treasurer of the United States
Served as the 38th Treasurer of the United States, overseeing the financial and monetary operations of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Held the position from 1984 to 1990. Focused on various initiatives related to financial literacy and the management of U.S. currency and coin production. Engaged in efforts to enhance the public's understanding of the treasury's functions.
Oversaw U.S. currency and coin production
Promoted financial literacy initiatives
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Popcorn entrepreneur and brand founder
Born
July 16th, 1907 118 years ago
Died
September 19th, 1995 30 years ago — 88 years old
Founded a popcorn company specializing in gourmet popcorn, creating a distinctive brand with a unique marketing strategy. Developed an innovative hybrid popcorn seed that garnered significant consumer popularity. Played a pivotal role in the growth of the microwave popcorn market. Became a recognizable figure through television advertisements and promotional campaigns featuring his own image.
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Miss America 1945 and television personality
Born
July 16th, 1924 101 years ago
Died
December 14th, 2014 11 years ago — 90 years old
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Baseball player with Chicago White Sox
Born
July 16th, 1887 138 years ago
Died
December 5th, 1951 74 years ago — 64 years old
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Professional golfer with major wins
Born
July 16th, 1871 154 years ago
Died
June 3rd, 1906 119 years ago — 34 years old
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Author and screenwriter of science fiction
Born
July 16th, 1928 97 years ago
Died
December 9th, 2005 20 years ago — 77 years old
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German biologist and eugenicist
Born
July 16th, 1896 129 years ago
Died
August 8th, 1969 56 years ago — 73 years old
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