Karl. 1857–1936, British mathematician, noted for his work in statistics, esp as applied to biological problems Lester B(owles). 1897–1972, Canadian Liberal statesman; prime minister (1963–68): Nobel peace prize 1957 for helping to resolve the Suez crisis (1956)
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Pear•son
(pēr′sən),USA pronunciation n. Lester Bowles
(bōlz),USA pronunciation 1897–1972, Canadian diplomat and politician: Nobel prize for peace 1957;
prime minister 1963–68.
- Biographical Drew (Andrew Russell Pearson), 1897–1969, U.S. journalist.
- Biographical Karl, 1857–1936, English statistician.
prime minister 1963–68.
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