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1. One of baseball's greats, he played in 2130 consecutive games and was known as the Iron Horse. Tragically, at the age of 38 years, he died young of a rare disease now associated with him. Who is this famous player buried here?
2. This Russian composer was famous in his homeland but was forced to emigrate after the Russian Revolution. Considered one of the finest pianists he wrote four concertos, three symphonies and three operas, and "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini" along with other works.
3. The gravestone for this resident doesn't have his real name of Milton Supman but his show business name. He hosted a popular children's show where his trade mark gag was a pie to the face. In later life he hosted a radio show on WNBC between Don Imus and Howard Stern.
4. The Yankee owner who purchased Babe Ruth is also buried here. He made his money in the brewing industry before buying the Yankees in 1915. He would build Yankee Stadium and start the Yankee Dynasty during the 24 years he owned the team. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2012.
5. Another baseball owner buried here is much better known for his entertainment career. He was the principal owner of the expansion Seattle Mariners. A famous singer and actor he starred in radio, broadway, television and film. Modern fans will probably remember him best from "White Christmas".
6. Enough of the baseball people. Due to it's closeness to New York City many entertainment icons are buried here. This long time Big Band leader was famous for playing with and without his brother Jimmy. His main instrument was the trombone.
7. This four time Academy Award nominee, a Miracle Worker and the infamous Mrs. Robinson is buried here. To name her "Producer" husband would make this too easy.
8. This philosopher and author espoused a political theory called Objectivism that is still followed by many people today.
9. This titan of radio and television and founder of RCA and NBC is buried here.
10. This Broadway Titan who is most famously known for his "Follies" is interned here.
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