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Basil Newsome 1925 - 1985

Basil Newsome was born on March 11, 1925, and died at age 60 years old in March 1985. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Basil Newsome.
Basil Newsome
March 11, 1925
March 1985
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Basil Newsome's History: 1925 - 1985

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  • 03/11
    1925

    Birthday

    March 11, 1925
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  • 03/dd
    1985

    Death

    March 1985
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    Basil Newsome lived 10 years shorter than the average family member when died at the age of 59.
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In 1925, in the year that Basil Newsome was born, on November 28th, radio station WSM broadcast the Grand Ole Opry for the first time. Originally airing as “The WSM Barn Dance”, the Opry (a local term for "opera") was dedicated to honoring country music and in its history has featured the biggest stars and acts in country music.
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In 1935, at the age of only 10 years old, Basil was alive when on September 8th, Louisiana Senator Huey Long was shot by Dr. Carl Weiss. Weiss was shot and killed immediately by Long's bodyguards - Long died two days later from his injuries. Long had received many death threats previously, as well as threats against his family. He was a powerful and controversial figure in Louisiana politics (and probably gained power through multiple criminal acts). His opponents became frustrated with their attempts to oust him and Dr. Weiss was the son-in-law of one of those opponents. His funeral was attended by 200,000 mourners.
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