Freddie King, also billed as Freddy King, was an American blues guitarist, singer and songwriter. He is considered one of the "Three Kings of the Blues Guitar". Known for his soulful and powerful voice and distinctive guitar playing, King had a major influence on electric blues music and on many later blues guitarists.

Headlines from September 3, 1934

Russ Columbo Fatally Wounded As Friend Shows Him Old Pistol; Radio and Movie Singer, Viewing Antique Arms in Hollywood Home of Artist, Is Shot as Falling Match, Ignited by Clicking Trigger, Discharges Weapon. RUSS COLUMBO DIES IN PISTOL ACCIDENT

Langmuir Chemist Prize Won by Scientist of 27

BRECKINRIDGE OUT TO FIGHT NEW DEAL; Nation Being 'Tammanyized,' Liberty Is at Stake, He Says, Announcing for Senate. TO RUN AS INDEPENDENT Many Republicans Want Party to Nominate Wilson Aide on Regular Ticket. BRECKINRIDGE OUT TO FIGHT NEW DEAL

Band Believed Wiped Out.; GUNBOAT RESCUES 9 HELD IN MANCHURIA

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