townsend : Idioms & Phrases


francis everett townsend

  • noun United States social reformer who proposed an old-age pension sponsored by the federal government; his plan was a precursor to Social Security (1867-1960)
    Townsend.
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townsend harris

  • noun United States diplomat who was instrumental in opening Japan to foreign trade (1804-1878)
    Harris.
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