Mather
Americannoun
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Cotton, 1663–1728, American clergyman and author.
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his father Increase 1639–1723, American clergyman and author.
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In an earlier statement, Mather said the new laws would modernise UK aviation and support the redesign of airspace for faster, more efficient flights, while "enhancing aviation safety standards and delivering greater passenger protections".
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
Aviation Minister Keir Mather said it would "modernise" UK aviation and strengthen the Civil Aviation Authority's enforcement powers.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
SolGold’s co-founder, Nicholas Mather, is also backing the revised proposal, Friday’s statement showed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025
Chatsworth resident Jill Mather, who founded the group Volunteers Cleaning Communities, said she has already participated in Bass’ program.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2025
The Lost Tribes theory was endorsed by authorities from Bartolome de Las Casas to William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania, and the famed minister Cotton Mather.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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