Methodist Meet Ready for Business at Rock Conference
The annual Little Rock Methodist conference opened with committees named for the session led by Bishop Paul E. Maranahiv. Officers elected include B. Moore Arkadelphia as president and Mark I. Vaught as secretary. S. Y. Baugh was journal editor. Several members have died since the last meeting and the service featured Rev Otte Teague of Pine Bluff delivering devotional guidance. Dr Kennety Pope of Austin preached the opening sermon. In Arkadelphia Rev J A Henderson, aged about 7, collapsed and died of a heart attack on a downtown street during the conference. His widow and several children survive.
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Baptists Call Prayer Day Set for October 27
Memphis Tenn Oct 20 Dr Robert G Lee president of the Southern Baptist Convention urged Baptists worldwide to observe October 27 as a day of prayer from breakfast to bedtime for guidance to solve the problems facing people today Some 250 billion cigarettes are smoked each year.
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1949 Legion Meet to Be in Philadelphia
The American Legion convention eyed Philadelphia for the 1949 meeting while battles over the national commander post dominated the final sessions. Veteran delegates debated World War II influence, with James Green of Omaha gaining backing as coalitions formed to unseat the long‑standing leader. Delegates prepared for immediate elections as top officers stood to be chosen.
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Starzel Named AP General Manager
Starzel named general manager of the Associated Press by Kent Cooper. Starzel, 44, Iowa-born, has served as executive director and general manager candidate since 1943, with a five year term. He previously led communications and memberships for AP and held top posts in New York and Ohio bureaus.
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Estrangled Wife Lover Found Dead in Chicago Hotel
A wife and her lover were found dead in a Chicago North Side hotel bath. A note from the husband warned against self harm and hinted at a contested divorce. Police identified the couple as Jessica Read and George Read. The husband’s threats and a letter from the wife’s lawyer surfaced in theroom, suggesting a troubled affair and disputed divorce proceedings.
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Three More Held in Store Looting in Mississippi and Tennessee
Memphis police announced three additional arrests in a statewide store looting ring that netted about 20000 dollars in merchandise over two months across Mississippi Arkansas and Tennessee. Suspects include Joseph Henry Monroe head of Monroe Construction Co Memphis and Fred Smith and Stanley Baker. Previously arrested six suspects face no charges yet. Loot recovered includes kitchen sinks outboard motors and a collapsible staircase with five truckloads seized from locations in Dyersburg and other towns. Victims include L. B. Cooper Coldwater Shom as and Welch sporting goods Foarnade Dillon's Cabinet shop Ramer Tenn Barton Presbyterian church and a Memphis liquor dealer who reported losses of whiskey.
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Babe's Favorite at Fort Smith Opens Women's Open
Fort Smith October 2 Mildred Zaharias defending champion begins quest for a $1,000 prize in the Scrabble country club women's open. She meets Bob Cargile and Peet Smith in a first round. Patty Berg and Mary Agnus Walls are among top contenders, with many players listed in early qualifying rounds.
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Three Children Die in House Fire Tragedy
A devastating blaze swept through a residence killing three children. Authorities are investigating the origin of the fire and have not disclosed identities or ages. Neighbors reported smoke and quick emergency response as fire crews battled the flames.
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