headman

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Headman Kholodilin hovered over his group like an anxious mother hen.

From Time Magazine Archive

First approach was to M. G. M. Headman Louis B. Mayer, an old Hearst friend and spiritual shepherd of Hollywood's producers.

From Time Magazine Archive

The only one allowed to speak with reporters was Headman Buyah Bin Amin.

From Time Magazine Archive

Headman Schaefer could not recall exactly what was in the picture, said he would take another look soon; if there should prove to be anything offensive to Citizen Hearst, Citizen Kane might not be released.

From Time Magazine Archive

The people saw him and welcomed him back, making him their Headman, and giving him the place of honor in their gatherings.

From A Treasury of Eskimo Tales by Carlson, George