Vermeij, Geerat J
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Biologist, writer and naturalist Geerat J. Vermeij was born on Sep. 28, 1946 in Sappemeer, Groningen, the Netherlands. Although he has a very scholarly countenance, Vermeij is also notorious for being a punster. His colleagues admire his unconstrained approach to experiencing nature.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1995
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Who's for croquet?
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The game of croquet is becoming more popular in the US and Britain, and the number of croquet clubs in both countries is growing. The game is now a professional game in the US, and players compete in tournaments awarding money prizes.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Communist Paper-Chase
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Office equipment firm, Rank Xerox, has penetrated the Comecon market. Bureaucracy makes dealing in this market difficult. A marketing strategy which involves maximum exposure is the Rank Xerox choice.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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