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Smith Ballew
American actor, singer and orchestra leader (1902-1984).
Born January 21st, 1902 in Palestine.
Died May 2nd, 1984 at 82 years old in Longview.
Occupations
actor, bandleader, banjoist, film actor, singer, songwriter
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