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  • Jul 7, 1901
    O.W. Mayo is born. He manages Bob Wills from 1933 until the end of World War II. Mayo also writes one of Wills' songs, "Blues For Dixie," and appears in the movie "Take Me Back To Oklahoma"
    Nov 11, 1940
    Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys make an appearance in the debut of Tex Ritter's "Take Me Back To Oklahoma," performing "Lone Star Rag," "You Are My Sunshine" and "Take Me Back To Tulsa." Also on screen is Playboy manager O.W. Mayo
    Sep 1, 1994
    Bob Wills' ex-manager, O.W. Mayo, dies in Tulsa. He handled The Texas Playboys' business affairs from 1933 through World War II, and wrote one of their songs, "Blues For Dixie." He also appeared briefly in the movie "Take Me Back To Oklahoma"

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