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Who died in January 1950

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George Orwell

George Orwell

19031950

British writer and journalist known for his lucid prose, social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and support of democratic socialism

Joseph Schumpeter

Joseph Schumpeter

18831950

Austrian political economist, Finance Minister, and Harvard professor known for his theories on capitalism and economic development

Emil Jannings

Emil Jannings

18841950

Swiss-born German actor and film director who was the first recipient of the Academy Award for Best Actor

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Ryuzo Shimizu

19021950

Japanese association football player who played for the Japan national team