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Wilber (given Name)
Wilber is a given name. Notable people with the name include: * Wilber M. Brucker (1894–1968), American politician *Wilber Hardee (1918–2008), American fast-food chain founder *Wilber Brotherton Huston (1912–2006), American scientist * Wilber Larrick, American football coach *Wilber Marshall (born 1962), American football player *Wilber Morris (1937–2002), American jazz double bass player and bandleader *Wilber Otichilo (born 1952), Kenyan politician *Wilber Pan or Will Pan (born 1980), Taiwanese-American singer, actor and VJ *Wilber Pérez (born 1988), Guatemalan footballer *Wilber Rentería born 1992), Colombian footballer *Wilber Sánchez (footballer) (born 1979), Nicaraguan footballer *Wilber Sánchez (wrestler) (born 1968), Cuban former wrestler * Wilber G. Smith (1935–1992), American politician *Wilber Moore Stilwell (1908–1974), American artist *Wilber Varela Wilber Alirio Varela Fajardo (November 6, 1957 – 2008), also known as ''Jabón'' ("Soap"), was a C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Given Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A ''Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the familiarity inherent in addressing someone by their given name. By contrast, a surname (also known as a family name, last name, or ''gentile name, gentile'' name) is normally inherited and shared with other members of one's immediate family. Regnal names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Rentería
Wilber Renteria Cuero (born 6 February 1992) is a professional Colombian footballer who last plays for Liga Nacional club Xelajú. References External links * 1992 births Living people Colombian men's footballers Colombian expatriate men's footballers Men's association football midfielders Deportes Quindío footballers Universitario Popayán footballers Ocelotes UNACH footballers Potros UAEM footballers Atlético Zacatepec players Cimarrones de Sonora players Atlante F.C. footballers Correcaminos UAT footballers Categoría Primera A players Categoría Primera B players Ascenso MX players Liga Premier de México players Colombian expatriate sportspeople in Mexico Expatriate men's footballers in Mexico Footballers from Valle del Cauca Department {{Colombia-footy-midfielder-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Elliott Wilder
Wilber Elliott Wilder (August 18, 1857 – January 30, 1952) was a United States Army Brigadier General who was a recipient of the Medal of Honor for rescuing a wounded soldier under heavy fire. Education and army career Wilber Elliott Wilder graduated from West Point in June, 1877, when he was just short of 21 years old. In 1886, he was a key figure in negotiating the surrender of the Apache chief Geronimo. While an Army Captain, he served as acting superintendent of Yellowstone National Park from March 15, 1899 - June 22, 1899. He also served in the Spanish–American War, the Pancho Villa Expedition, and World War I. From 1913 to 1916, he was the commander of Fort Myer. Personal life He married Violet Blair Martin (1860-1919), of the prominent Throop-Martin family of "Willowbrook" near Auburn, New York, on April 16, 1884. Violet's brother Edward Sanford Martin (1856-1939) was a writer; her sister Emily (1846-1870) had married General Emory Upton. Wilber and Violet Wilder h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Varela
Wilber Alirio Varela Fajardo (November 6, 1957 – 2008), also known as ''Jabón'' ("Soap"), was a Colombian drug trafficker. He was the leader of the Norte del Valle Cartel. A Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act indictment was filed in the District Court of the District of Columbia by the Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Section of the United States Department of Justice Criminal Division against the leaders of the Norte del Valle Cartel, including Varela. According to the indictment, the Norte del Valle Cartel exported approximately 500 metric tons of cocaine worth over $10 billion from Colombia to the United States, often through Mexico, between 1990 and 2004. The indictment was unsealed in May 2004. A provisional arrest warrant was issued and was sent to the U.S. Embassy in Bogotá. In addition, in March 2004, a grand jury in the Eastern District of New York indicted Varela on Drug Trafficking Charges. The United States Department of State offered a reward of up t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Moore Stilwell
Wilber Moore Stilwell (1908–1974) was an American depression era artist, White House/National Gallery of Art/American Artists Professional League honoree, inventor, patent holder, author, and Chair of Art, University of South Dakota. Personal Artist Wilber Moore Stilwell was born February 2, 1908 and in 1909 moved with his family from Covington, Indiana to Emporia, Kansas where he was raised. (#35) In 1933 he married Gladys Louise Ferree of Emporia, Kansas. He retired from USD in 1973. He died in 1974. Career He attended the Kansas City Art Institute from 1929 to 1933. (#7). R.A. Holland, the director of the KCAI at that time, wrote, "Mr. Stilwell is not only one of our most talented students but a young man of fine character and industrious." From 1930 to 1933, Stilwell taught junior drawing at the Kansas City Art Institute (#7). In 1930, Stilwell was selected to paint a mural for the Lindberg Theatre and won a cash award and the Harold B. Franklin Trophy. In 1932 he won seco ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber G , a polar bear living in captivity
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Wilber may refer to: *Wilber (surname) *Wilber (given name) *Wilber, Nebraska, a city, United States *Wilber Township, Michigan, United States *Wilber (mascot), mascot of GIMP, a free graphics editor See also *Wilbur (other) *Wilbour (other) *Wilbor (other) *Wilbär Wilbär is a polar bear who was born in captivity at the Wilhelma Zoo in Stuttgart, Germany on December 10, 2007. Wilbär made his first public appearance on April 16, 2008, swimming alongside his mother. His name comes from combining the name of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Sánchez (wrestler)
Wilber Sánchez (born 21 December 1968) is a Cuban former wrestler who competed in the 1992 Summer Olympics and in the 1996 Summer Olympics The 1996 Summer Olympics (officially the Games of the XXVI Olympiad, also known as Atlanta 1996 and commonly referred to as the Centennial Olympic Games) were an international multi-sport event held from July 19 to August 4, 1996, in Atlanta, .... References 1968 births Living people Olympic wrestlers for Cuba Wrestlers at the 1992 Summer Olympics Wrestlers at the 1996 Summer Olympics Cuban male sport wrestlers Olympic bronze medalists for Cuba Olympic medalists in wrestling Medalists at the 1992 Summer Olympics Pan American Games medalists in wrestling Pan American Games bronze medalists for Cuba Wrestlers at the 1995 Pan American Games Medalists at the 1995 Pan American Games 20th-century Cuban people 21st-century Cuban people {{Cuba-wrestling-bio-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Sánchez (footballer)
Wilber Alejandro Sánchez Ramírez (born October 24, 1979) is a Nicaraguan footballer who currently plays for Real Estelí. Club career He started his career at second division Inter Barrio Cuba and played for Walter Ferretti, Parmalat, Masatepe and Real Estelí. El Salvador After a stunning performance in the 2007 UNCAF Nations Cup, played in San Salvador, Sánchez joined San Salvador F.C. In his debut game, the speedy striker came on as a substitute in the 65th minutes, but managed to score 2 headed goals, giving his side the victory, 3–2, against Vista Hermosa. In June 2007 he was snapped up by América Managua but left them for Walter Ferretti a year later. He has played for Real Estelí since 2010. International career Sánchez made his debut for Nicaragua in an April 2001 friendly match against Belize and has earned a total of 19 caps, scoring no goals. He has represented his country in 2 FIFA World Cup qualification matches and played at the 2001, 2007, 2009, and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Pérez
Wilber Mauricio Pérez Medrano (born 29 September 1988) is a Guatemalan international footballer who plays as a striker for Liga Nacional club Achuapa. Career Born in Jalpatagua, he has played club football for Antigua GFC, Suchitepéquez, Coatepeque, Petapa, Municipal, Cobán Imperial, Guastatoya, Marquense, Sanarate and Gjilani. He made his international debut for Guatemala Guatemala ( ; ), officially the Republic of Guatemala ( es, República de Guatemala, links=no), is a country in Central America. It is bordered to the north and west by Mexico; to the northeast by Belize and the Caribbean; to the east by H ... in 2013. International goals :''Scores and results list Guatemala's goal tally first.'' References 1988 births Living people Guatemalan men's footballers Guatemala men's international footballers Antigua GFC players C.D. Suchitepéquez players Deportivo Coatepeque players Deportivo Petapa players C.S.D. Municipal players Cobán Imperial ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber M , a polar bear living in captivity
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Wilber may refer to: *Wilber (surname) *Wilber (given name) *Wilber, Nebraska, a city, United States *Wilber Township, Michigan, United States *Wilber (mascot), mascot of GIMP, a free graphics editor See also *Wilbur (other) *Wilbour (other) *Wilbor (other) *Wilbär Wilbär is a polar bear who was born in captivity at the Wilhelma Zoo in Stuttgart, Germany on December 10, 2007. Wilbär made his first public appearance on April 16, 2008, swimming alongside his mother. His name comes from combining the name o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Pan
Wilber Pan (; born 6 August 1980), also known as Will Pan, is a Taiwanese-American singer, songwriter, rapper, actor and entrepreneur. He started his career as a host of Channel V programs. In 2011, Pan was awarded Best Actor for ''Endless Love'' ( 愛∞無限) at the 46th Golden Bell Awards, Taiwan's equivalent to the Emmy Awards. In recent years, Pan ventured into the business world. Pan's business interests extends into streetwear fashion and developing of mobile games. In 2009, he launched the streetwear boutique N.P.C (New Project Center) which he collaborated with Chinese host Nic Li, in Shanghai. N.P.C also has its stores in Beijing, Hangzhou, Chengdu, and at online shopping website Taobao. In 2010, Pan established his streetwear brand "Undisputed" and modelled for the brand's promotional ads. He is also the cofounder and chief creative officer of software company Camigo Media, which develops popular mobile games such as "Fish Off", "Pig Rockets" and "MeWantBamboo 2", ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilber Otichilo
Wilber Khasilwa Ottichilo (born September 23, 1952) is a Kenyan politician, and the current Governor of Vihiga County having trounced Hon Rev. Moses E. Akaranga of Progressive Party of Kenya ( PPK) in the 9/8/2017 General elections. He was elected Member of Parliament for Emuhaya Constituency in 2008, under Orange Democratic Party (ODM). He hails from Emanyinya village, Emusire, in Central Bunyore. On March 28, 2019, Governor Wilber Ottichilo laid a foundation for the governor’s official home which is worth Sh80 million in Endeli Village. Biography Ottichilo was born September 23, 1952, in Emanyinya village, Emusire sublocation, central Bunyore, Kenya.Brief History of Hon. Dr. Wilber Otichilo, MP," Emuhaya Constituency website. Retrieved April 29, 2010. Ottichilo attended Makerere University from 1974 to 1977, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
