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Carter, Elliott (Cook, Jr.) 1908-; U.S. composer
Carter, Jimmy (legal name James Earl Carter, Jr.) 1924-; 39th president of the U.S. (1977-81)
Carter, Nick a detective in a popular series of novels, the earliest of which were dime novels of the late 19th cent.

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American jazz singer known for her complex renditions of popular songs. She formed her own trio in 1969.

, Howard 1874-1939.

British archaeologist who worked in Egypt after 1890 and discovered (1922) the tomb of Tutankhamen.

, James Earl, Jr. Known as “Jimmy.” Born 1924.

The 39th President of the United States (1977-1981), who is credited with establishing energy-conservation measures, concluding the Panama Canal treaties (1978), and negotiating the Camp David accords between Egypt and Israel (1979). He won the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize.

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Jimmy Carter

, Rosalynn Smith Born 1928.

First Lady of the United States (1977-1981) as the wife of President Jimmy Carter. She worked to improve care for the elderly and for people with mental and emotional disabilities.

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