Marjorie E. Ransom Cummins (1895-1978) Marjorie E. Ransom Cummins was born in Los Angeles, California on March 10, 1985. She was a painter, sculptor, and teacher. By 1913 Cummins was an active artist in the Los Angeles area. During her career she was also active in the Yucaipa, Redlands, and Victorville areas of Southern California.