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Alexander F. Whitney

Photograph of Alexander F. Whitney Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
Alexander F.
Surname
Whitney
Occupation
President of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen

The Name Alexander

Origin
Greek
Meaning
Defender of men or protector of mankind.
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