Aitken
Americannoun
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Robert Grant, 1864–1951, U.S. astronomer.
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William Maxwell. Lord William Maxwell Aitken Beaverbrook.
noun
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Robert Grant. 1864–1951, US astronomer who discovered over three thousand double stars
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William Maxwell See Beaverbrook
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Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken told BBC Scotland News last year that the city had essentially "run out of temporary accommodation".
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
When the fund was first announced, councillor Susan Aitken, the leader of Glasgow City Council, said supporting local businesses was a key priority in the aftermath of the fire.
From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026
“They have not reached out to us about reopening negotiations for potential development around the property,” Aitken said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026
Valencia’s bill was developed in consultation with city leaders and publicly endorsed by Aitken and former Mayors Tom Daly and Tom Tait.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
Captured in March 1777 after a desperate manhunt, Aitken denied his crimes, but later admitted setting the fires to a British agent posing as a friendly American.
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
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