Nellie Cashman

Worked as a nurse and restaurateur in the American West. Played a significant role in various gold rushes, including those in California and Alaska. Operated a successful restaurant in Tombstone, Arizona. Engaged in gold prospecting during the Klondike Gold Rush and was recognized for her contributions to mining communities. Actively supported fellow prospectors and adventurers.

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Ulisse Dini

Contributions to mathematics included work on real analysis, calculus, and differential equations. Established the Dini derivative, which is important in the study of functions and their characteristics. Served as a senator in the Italian political system. Involved in various mathematical societies and made significant contributions to academic institutions in Italy.

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Eugène Grasset

Eugène Grasset was a Swiss illustrator and designer active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Grasset's work primarily focused on decorative arts, book illustrations, and posters, exemplifying the Art Nouveau movement. A significant career milestone included contributions to the decorative arts in France, where he settled and influenced the visual aesthetics of the period. He published several illustrated books, integrating design and typography seamlessly. Grasset's style emphasized organic forms and intricate details, making a lasting impact on graphic design.

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