Forces Get Together to Praise B. Ross
New York event brings together the Army Navy Marines and supporters to honor Hatney Ross, while boxing figures gather for the Edward J. Neil Memorial Plaque. Marine Colonel Harvey L. Miller to accept on behalf of a Chicagoan boxing champion. former Mayor Walker to present in absentia.
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Fans debate small colleges in big basketball
Wide World Sports notes Pvt. W. D. Gary questions coverage of small colleges like Appalachian State in national basketball. Norfolk Naval Training Station impresses with fast play and may face Great Lakes March 30 in theCAA final. Also: Clint Castleberry is headed to Army Air Force training and Fort Monmouth to Curtis Bay outfits join an eastern Servicemen's Basketball tournament.
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Magic Feet
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Bible Conference at First Baptist Church Continues Through Friday
Conduct Study First Baptist Church hosts a Bible Conference through Friday noon with speakers Dr. W. E. Denham from Montgomery Alabama and Dr. B. V. Ferguson of Ft. Smith Arkansas. Dr. Porter M. Bailes of Tyler Texas opens a three address series Thursday morning. Dr. Ferguson preaches Wednesday evening on The Triumphant Christian. Grover C. Prince Camden leads a discussion The Church The Preacher And Taxes. Sessions start 9 30 a m 1 45 p m and 7 30 p m. Public invited.
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Tabernacle Men of Church Dinner Elected Officers
The Gospel Tabernacle church held an Irish Stew dinner last night and elected officers for the year. President A. Westbrook, Secretary Fred Robinson, with Rev. Joseph Sharp of El Dorado as guest speaker. A quartet provided music. Prosecuting attorney Lyle Brown will address the next regular meeting.
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All Favor Sports Program Except the Army Navy
Washington reports a major debate in the nation’s sport program with Army and Navy united on the value of competitive sports. Army officials say time is limited for varsity play due to Army schooling demands while Navy Pre-Flight cadets have already shown strength, with service teams likely to dominate even as big colleges trim traditional programs.
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Southern Association
Jean Pusie
Bad Nin
Donald Floss
Pinehurst
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Army
Navy
Theodore P. Bank
Hempstead Red Cross Drive Begins in March
Hempstead County plans a Red Cross War Fund drive in March with a $7900 quota led by Chairman George Ware. The chapter, praised by National Headquarters, aims to organize countywide support, promote first aid and home nursing classes, and highlight Red Cross aid to soldiers and refugees worldwide.
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Tunisia
China
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Arkansas
Miami Becomes Haven as Army Occupation Surges Tourism
Miami News outline of wartime shift as Army occupation fills hotels and blocks, altering tourist trends. Reports on hotel leases, restricted rates for servicemen, sweeping closures of gambling and vice, and improved security. Notes Army control of policing and the busy streets of Miami Beach while tourism dips.
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Pioneer Hempstead Native Jim Dudley Dies at 98
Jim Dudley, 98, a Hempstead county native, died at his home near Comanche Texas yesterday. Relatives here were advised. Funeral services will be held at Comanche at 2 p m today. He was a member of a pioneer Hempstead family and had lived here for many years.
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Hope Man Is Made Technical Sergeant
Mr and Mrs A F Greenlee received word that their son Thomas Greenlee has been promoted to technical sergeant. He is stationed with the U S armed forces at Hammer Field in Fresno California.
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Navy Pressing Sub Warfare in Pacific
Washington reports the Navy is pressing a submarine campaign in the Southwest Pacific against Japanese shipping. Secretary Knox says submarines have sunk or damaged numerous ships, with 1236 sunk, 22 probable, and 32 damaged by submarines up to two weeks ago. He notes continued energetic operations and limited use of Munda base, while Guad canal strength offers a favorable position for new offensives.
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