Runaways Say Soviet People Are Prisoners
A group of Russian runaways described life inside the Soviet Union as a virtual prison and voiced anti Stalin sentiment. The report summarizes accounts from 20 defectors who fled Germany for the United States, noting caution about unverified details and potential bias while highlighting political discontent and pressures under the regime.
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Washington
United States
Sepat
Stalin
Muarantealig
Hite
Oday
Germany
Community notices and church events across BeeBee Memorial CME and Rising Star
The column lists church activities and community notices including the first Quarterly Conference at BeeBee Memorial CME church on Feb 3 presided by prostati district leader T. J. Rhone, Circle 1 meetings, ministerial and lay council gatherings, and a Gospel Story of Hope program. It notes Open House for Hopewell Elementary with 225 attendees and thanks to the school board and teachers.
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Washington
Prostati
BeeBee Memorial Cme Church
T. J. Rhone
The
Gospel Story of Hope
Mi, Zion Cme Church
Epworth League of
Hopewell
Arkansas Fair Managers rename officers at fifth annual convention
Rep. L. H. Auly of Mississippi County was reelected to a sixth term as President of the Arkansas Fair Managers Association. Clint Walden of Fayetteville was named vice president, with Sen Clyde Byrd of El Dorado as secretary and treasurer at the convention in Little Rock.
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Little Rock
L. H. Auly
Mississippi County
Hiss
Arkansas Fair Managers’ Association
Clint Walden
Fayetteville
Clyde &. Byrd
el Dorado
Discontent and Opposing Views on Soviet Rule
A historical survey notes low living standards in the USSR and widespread discontent with the bureaucracy. It records that most respondents oppose the regime, denounce Stalin, and view the Kremlin as an absolute dictatorship aided by the secret police, with war seen as likely but possibly deterred by a strong foe. Escape motives include oppression and fear faced by families, especially women.
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Ussr
Stalin
Krem- Min
Communist Party
Russia
United States
Walcott to Defend Title Delay Highlighted by Report
The Associated Press notes a Feb 17 extension on Jer sey Joe Walcott's title defense against Bo gard Charles by the New York State Athletic Commission. It also mentions Sugar Ray Robinson postponing middleweight title fights due to an aching back and lists various results from sports events in golf track boxing and horse racing across multiple cities.
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Associated Press
New York
New York State Athletic Commission
Joe Walcott
Bogard Charles
Sugar Ray Robin
Carl
Bob) Olsch
Rocky Graziang
Tucson
Ariz
Frank Stranahan
Toledo
Tulsa
Géta
Hollywood
Flo
Dorothy Kirby
Atlante
Barbara Remach
Sacramento
Calif
Mae Murray
Rutland
Pat O'Sullivan
Orangy
Conn
Baseball
Cincinnati
Ted Kluszewski
Hasenai
Ines
Miriford
Con
del Hissonette
Hartford Chiefs
Tromton
N. J
Rider College Rumind
Deacine
Russia
Guiies
Barry Bob
Milwaukee
Don Gehemann
Fred Wilt
Robert Richards
Inghee
Minmi
Fla
Hialeah
Avcadia
Cali
Santa Anita
New Orleans
Fair Grounds
Williams Rates Bosox the Best
Boston February report notes Ted Williams rates the Boston Red Sox atop the American League even without Bobby Doerr. Williams, recalled as a Marine flyer, discusses a 1952 contract, spring training decisions, and not seeking bonuses. He also appears at the Boston Sportsmen’s Show with Jim Thorpe, earning a $12,000 stipend for casting exhibitions.
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Boston
Ted Willims
Boston Fel Sox
Bobby Doerr
Williams
Red Sox
Joe Cronin
MW Williams
Willis
Jine
Jim Thorpe
Patterson Pleads for Sympathy for Two Widows
Mrs Patterson urged radio listeners to support the widows of Robert P L Patterson and Capt Thomas John Reid after the Elizabeth New Jersey plane crash on January 22. She criticized blame toward Mrs Reid, noting she is hospitalized and expecting a child next summer.
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Robert PL Patterson
Terre
Elizabeth
N. J
WNBC
Mrs. Patterson
Bryyone
Mrs. Reid
Mama Ponder Sees Quads
Mrs. Leo nard Ponder of Murfressboro Arkansas reported seeing quadruplets. Local authorities in Nashville Federal UP noted the unusual birth and appreciative family reaction.
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Mama Ponder
Nashville Fed
Leonard Ponder
Murfressboro, Ark
Walcott Granted Stay of Execution in Boxing Controversy
New York news reports Walcott winning a stay of execution by the New York Star Athletic Commission after threats to strip him of the title. Charles’ challenge to Walcott triggers a 15 day response window, with potential defenses set for six weeks to two months later. Walcott’s camp and Norris plan a Miami meeting to discuss Charlies rematch and possible new bouts, including a title shot against Matthews in Las Vegas or Texas.
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New York
Joe Walcott
Palm Beach
Mla
Roland
Los Angeles
Jehn Turner
Vancouver
New York Star Athletic Commission
Walcott
Fe AP
Ezzard Charies
Bob Christenberry
Hardhitting
Walesti
Camden
Upor
Christenberry
Charles
Commission
Whilcott
Felix Bucehlechio
Jim Norris
International Boxing Club
Miani
Norris
Charlies
Borehiehio
Aminst Mauty
Kid
Matthews Jn Luws Vexas
Nev
Bank robber says this is a hard way to live
A bank holdup in Los Amuetes yielded $2000 as the suspect, quoted by teller Edward Parsons, dismisses his crime as a tough way to earn money. Parsons, the victim, relays the robber’s remark, reflecting a grim view of the act.
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Los Amuetes
Love Grittad
Edward Parsons
National League Anniversary Party Held at Broadway Central
A year ago the National League marked its ath anniversary with a party at the Broadway Central Hotel in New York, celebrating the league's origin. Five years ago Jimmy Demaret captured the Tucson Golf Tournament title with a 72-hole score of 264. Ten years ago major league club owners met to decide on two all star games in 1942.
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National League
Broadway Central
New York
Jimmy Demaret
Gambling Group Drops Act Test In Arkansas
The Arkansas Anti-Gambling League has dropped its plan to test the constitutionality of a 1999 act allowing pari mutuel betting. The group voted to abandon challenges to the law at a meeting in Little Rock, with talks of sponsoring a constitutional amendment banning betting and continuing the drive to shut Dixie Downs from operating in West Memphis and Oaklawn Park in Hot Springs.
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Little Rock
Arkansas Anti
Oaklawn Park
Hot Springs
Dixie Downs
Crittenden County
League
Ater
Arkansas
Colossal Cave Formations Impress Visitors Near Tucson
Arizona’s Colossal Cave, located 28 miles east of Tucson, showcases wonders formed by underground waters. The cavern features formations resembling animals, buildings, and people, drawing interest from explorers and tourists alike.
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Arizona
Tucson
Arkadelphia Teams Edge Hope In Varsity Showdown
Arkadelphia again fell to Hope squads with the senior boys winning 45 to 38 and the junior team losing 24 to 18. Yocom Jed led Bobcats with 16 points, Bruc added 14, while Billy Grant Russell led Texarkana Kill tens with 24. The B teams and girls suffered losses as Texarkana’s boys won 64 to 20 and the local girls lost 24 to 22 after leading late. Sue Gilbert top-scored for Hope with 12.
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Arkadelphia
Yocom Jed
Bobcat
Bruc
Billy Grant Russell
Texarkana
Sue Gilbert
Scoer
Hape
Stranahan and Riegel Lead at Tucson Open
Stranahan amateur from Toledo and Skee Riegel Tulsa pro led the Tucson Open after 36 holes with 132 total. Stranahan reportedly set a new nine hole record of 28, and the field includes Mangrum Middlecoff among 18 pros within strokes of the leaders at the Desert Golf and Country Club.
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Tucson
Ariz
Fran Stranahan
Skee Riegel
Tulsa
Okla
Stranahan
Golf
Country Club
Cout
Michecoff
Memphis
Tenn
Ralf Blomquist
Los Angeles
Mangrum
Congo
Horton Smith
PGA
Chinatown Mystery Drives Johnny Liddell Case
New York detective Johnny Liddell takes on the Hong murder tied to Chinatown gambling rackets Gee Faw Fan Tan and Gee Fan markets. Chinatown chief Jimmy Kalming offers limited help while urging pursuit against racketeers, as Liddell probes a sealed package and a possible motive in a dangerous crime web.
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Little Hong
Liddell
Hong
Fan Tan
Boka Pu
Gee Fan
Kaiming
Kalming
Ben Ceris
Les Kung
Cerla
Chinatown
Lee Kung
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Ross Gbleapie
Dial
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Loule Slann
Pecan Grove
Phang
Joe Britt
Rettig Nash Motors
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Gulf Service
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Sey Gerald Moyongy
Kinmet
Jopo
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Wy Glass & Salvage
Falr Park
Pantor
Springhill Methodist Church
Moody's Flower Shop
Walter Blodahaw
Abbey Mfg
Easton Avenue
St. Louis
Helen Turner
Misa Turner
Aloha Funeral Home
Charlie Bustic
Mattie Sanders
Elvira Moros
Alice Adama Treasure
Bessie Fatte
Chepiin
BeoBeu Memorial Cme Church
J. 5
Rising Star Hapital Church
Helen Fienery
Emma Dunlap
Janle Cook
Mra
Jhaervey Washington
Dorothy Watkins
Ella Johnson
Rising Star Church
James Witherspoon
Lee Cheatham
Mary Moon
Misees Rubin
Rogie L. Holt
Melvin Carrigan
James Hi, Jones
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Coley Wallace
Aaron Wilson
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Katming
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