Beating The Gun and the Life of Joe Louis
A reminiscence on Joe Louis by Ed Sullivan and others, praising Louis for uniting whites and blacks and describing his wartime contributions. The piece recalls Louis’s humility, generosity, and enduring appeal, contrasting his public image with critics and noting the revenue impact of his fights and promotions. Occupying sports and cultural memory, it celebrates a boxing icon’s legacy beyond the ring.
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NEW York
ANP
Ed Sullivan
NY Daily News
Key West Legion Guard Bids Farewell To Captain Major
The American Legion Guard of Honor and VFW comrades honor Captain Charles Major before his return to the armed forces. Samuel Welters is named captain as plans for new duties proceed. A farewell party recognizes two leaving members and the group’s faithful service. Post 168 meets under Commander Allen with routine business completed.
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American Legion Guard of Honor
Charles Major
Samuel Welters
Planas
VFW
Paul Richardson
Allen
Master Singers of Miami Recital on October 28
The Master Singers of Miami Florida perform in a musical recital on October 28 sponsored by the Regular Fellows Club.
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Master Singers
Miami
FlanHl
Anniversary Dance of the Regular Fellows Club
The Regular Fellows Club hosts an Anniversary Dance at Lewis Brothers dance hall on October 20. They will give away souvenirs and invite the community for a night of fun. The club will present each church in the community with a large electric clock and has donated a first aid kit to Douglass High School's football team.
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Lewis Brothers Dance Hall
Douglass High School
Mrs Jessie Dean Ill on Thomas Street
Mrs Jessie Dean is ill at her residence on Thomas Street and friends wish her a speedy recovery. Also on the sick list are Mrs Gertrude Thomas Mrs Clara Albury and Mr John Dispute.
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Jessie Dean
Thomas St
Gertrude Thomas
Clara Albury
John Dispute
West Palm Beach Visitor Attends Jetty Visit
Mr. Thomas Higgs of West Palm Beach spent several days in the jetty last week visiting relatives and friends. Funeral services were held for the late Mrs. Eleanor Storr Sunday, October 8 at Zion AME Church. Rev. B. J. Stafford officiated with Rev. Johnson, Rev. Dell and Deacon McBride assisting. A program in behalf of the deceased was rendered by the church. She leaves a devoted mother and father, two daughters, three sons and many relatives and sorrowing friends.
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Thomas Higgs
West Palm Beach
Eleanor Storr
Zion Ame Church
B. J. Stafford
Johnson
Dell
McBride
State Librarians To Meet At Florida A&M College
TALLAHASSEE The Florida State Library Association will convene at Florida A and M College in October 2021 with about fifty high school and college librarians expected. Advanced registration shows 8:00 a.m. start in Coleman Library and a 9:00 a.m. general meeting in Room B of Coleman Library.
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Tallahassee
Florida State Library Association
Florida A and M College
Coleman Library
Attendees Seek Housing Through Florida A and M College
Persons planning to attend are urged to contact Mrs. Gladys Anderson at Florida A and M College for housing arrangements. The note emphasizes securing lodging before the event.
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Gladys Anderson
Florida A and M College
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Joe
Joe Louis
Jack Blackburn
Louis
Billy Conn
Gene Tunney
Jack
Mal Frazier
Ebony
Tom Delaney
Jacobs’ 20Th Century Club
IBC
Babe Ruth
Ezzard Charles
Ezzard
Elmer
Ray
Joe Louis Barrow
Winston Churchill
Opa-Locka
Opa-Locka Loan Service
N.W
27Th Ave
Opa-locka, Fla
Key West News
Mrs
Frances Briggs
Johnson & Sons
15Th Avenue
Bowe’s
Orlando Street
Carver Ranches
Walter A. Bowe
State Librarians
J. A. Burrows
67Th Street
J. A. Summons
Grand Ave
Coconut Grove
Magic City Driving School
Benny O’berry
6Th Avenue
Magnolia Gardens
Opa Locka
Frank Johnson
Hollywood
14Th St
John Mansville
S.W
1St Street
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