John C White Elected Head of Decatur Kiwanis
John C White unanimously elected president of the Decatur Kiwanis Club for 1930 at a Thursday night Y M C A meeting. He is vice president of the Tennessee Valley Bank succeeding H L Peter. John Patterson Morgan County legislator was named first vice president Barrett C Shelton of The Daily named second vice president A W Hill elected trustee W M Bailey L F Day and other directors selected. The new board will be installed December 26. White pledged earnest work for civic charity and education. peers praised the club's 1929 record under H L Peterson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. White
Decatur Kiwanis Club
White
Tennessee Valley Bank
H. L. Peter
John Patterson
Morgan County
Decatur
Barrett C. Shelton
Daily
A. W. Hill
Hill Place Company
W. M. Bailey
Anther
W. W. Ll
Jab
Kiwanis
City Extends Refunding Bonds Payment Plan
The city council approved extending the refunding bonds for 360000 dollars to thirty years with interest not over six percent. Annual payments will range from 6000 to 16000 dollars, easing tax burdens through 1960, with bond sales drawing strong bidder interest in national papers.
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Finance Group
Clyde Hendrix
Pennsylvania Solon Denied Senate Seat In 1920s Controversy
The U.S. Senate blocked William S. Ware from the Pennsylvania seat by a 58 to 22 vote over primary expenditures and fraud charges. William B. Wilson’s bid failed as the chamber ruled he was not elected. The Vare controversy ends with Governor Fischer to appoint a replacement amid a nearly $200,000 cost.
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Philadelphian
William B. Wilson
Ware
Senate
Reed
Trania
Elections Committee
Wilson
Vare
Keystone
Pisher
Pennsylvania
Norris
William S. Vare
United States
Cotton Quotations Closing in New York and New Orleans
The closing quotations on the New York and New Orleans cotton markets today follow. Local spots middling price recorded at 15.85 cents per pound.
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New York
New Orleans
Uly
Poses and Dogs Hunt for Negro in Middleton
Two posses with bloodhounds chased an unidentified negro charged with slashing a 13 year old girl and attempting to attack her near Middleton. The girl described the assault, fled, and led rescuers to safety as bloodhounds tracked from New Albany and a local split posse gathered aid.
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Maynard Newland
J. S.S. Wright
Pocahontas
New Albany
Miss
Nine Injured In Second Explosion At Manhall
Pittsburgs Manhall suburb faced a second blast today injuring nine, blamed unofficially on gas leakage like yesterday. A drug store wall blew out adjoining the post office. casualties include several hospitalised and three women and two men dead from the prior day blast.
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Pittsburgh
Manhall
Property Tax Revenue Tops City November Collections
Clerk E. W. Collier reported to the city council that November revenue mainly came from property tax payments. The month yielded substantial funds from gen paid by property owners, underscoring its role as a major city income source.
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E. W. Collier
City Sees November Water and Light Bill Total
The city's November water bill reached 2522.94 dollars with lights costing 1388.52 dollars, yielding a grand total of 3911 dollars. The figures appear in a local financial record.
James Davis in Birmingham Killing of A M Searcy
James Davis a known gambler surrendered to police after killing A M Searcy in a downtown Birmingham hotel during a alleged dice game hold up. Searcy died from a left side gunshot as witnesses described the rapid exchange of shots and rival group testimony followed.
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James Davis
A.M. Searcy
Birmingham
Decatur
Davis
Henry Davidson
Frank Cook
Cooley
Searcy
Ala
J. D.russum
John L. Tegue
Mr. Burk
Nathan Termutt
E. E. Ivey
Farm Leaders Plan Talks on Unification for Cotton Market
Alabama agricultural representatives join a Memphis meeting with Southern cotton growers and federal farm officials to discuss the federal farm board proposal for a central sales agency for next year’s cotton. The aim is to remove competition among co operatives and unite into a national body to stabilize prices. C O Moser of the American Cotton Growers Exchange called the session. Legre and the board are to attend and outline potential effects and benefits for the cotton industry.
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Montgomery
Ala
Alabama
Southern
Memphis
Federal Farm Board
C O. Moser
Dallas
Texas
American Cotton Growers Exchange
Legre
Fede Farm Board
Chauffeur Confesses to Killing Banker in Union City
Jack Pugh a 24 year old chauffeur confessed to attorney general John M. Draine that he fatally wounded Lexie S. Parks, a Memphis capitalist, last Saturday in Union City Tennessee. Authorities reported Pugh was taken for safe keeping with location undisclosed. The motive remains unclear and Pugh reportedly acted alone while intoxicated.
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Memphis
Tenn
John M. Draine
Obion County
Associated Press
Jack Pugh
Lexie S. Parks
Pugh
Dyersburg
Draine
Union City
Jere Caldwell
Charles Brush
Parks
Brush
City of Decatur Balance Rises With 1929 Tax Collections
The City of Decatur will not incur the fifty cent per month expense charge for carrying balances under $50. The city’s balance on November 30 stood at 8,494.44 dollars and is expected to grow significantly as 1929 taxes are collected.
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City of
Decatur
Dr Bradford Knapp Escapes Injury in Car Accident
Dr Bradford Knapp president of the Alabama Polytechnic Institute at Auburn escaped injury when his automobile left the highway en route to Dothan this week. He has spoken in Decatur and made many friends during prior visits to the city.
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Bradford Knapp
Alabama Polytechnic Institute At
Auburn
Dothan
Knapp
Decatur
Injured Cafe Proprietor and Employee Reported Recovering
Lee White proprietor of the Post Office Cafe and Miss Annie Gibbs an employee suffered burns when a frozen water back on the cook range exploded during stove fire. Both are reported on the road to complete recovery and able to resume duties.
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Lee White
Post Office
Annie Gibbs
Morgan County Medical Society elects officers in regular session
The Morgan County Medical Society met at noon Thursday and elected officers for the ensuing year led by Dr. E M Chenault of Decatur as president. Dr. T B Brinley of Hartselle became vice president and Dr. W H Lovelady of Hartsee rejoined the Board of Censors for five years. Dr H C McRee was reappointed secretary for a three year term.
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Morgan County Medical Society
E. M Chenault
Decatur
T B. Brinley
Hartselle
W. H. Lovelady
Hartsee
Board of Censors
H. C. McRee
W. H. Anderson
John C. Bragg
J. A. Howell
Falkville
R. D. Wright
Dimit
J. W Daves
Cullman County Medical Society
A. L. Dinsmore
Limestone County
Weather Outlook Washington December 6
Increasing cloudiness tonight and Saturday with possible rain Saturday. Warmer tonight and in the southeast portion Saturday.
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Washington
Twenty Hurt in Chicago Bomb Blast on West 31st Street
A powerful bomb exploded in a four story building on West 31st street in Chicago injuring 20 people, with one seriously hurt. Firemen estimate damage at 50 000 dollars. Among the wounded is 11 year old Frank Marsello, barber Tony Marsello's son, injured by falling plaster and glass. Police have not determined the bomber’s target or motive.
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Chicago
West 31St Street
Frank
Tony Marsello
Situation in Haiti Described as Exceedingly Serious
Secretary Stimson said the Haiti situation, after martial law was proclaimed, was exceedingly serious due to popular excitement and danger of outbreaks by irresponsible elements. He noted 25 Americans at Aux Cayes, a key coffee port, provoking anxiety. The high commissioner, Brigadier General John H. Russell, fears similar unrest could spread to other ports.
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Washington
Haiti
Stimson
Aux Cayes
John H. Russell
Decatur Sees No Police Blotter Actions
The return of pleasant weather is linked to improved conduct in Decatur as no arrests were recorded in the 24 hours ending this morning.
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Decatur
Professor Shackelford to Speak Tonight on Drama Hygiene
Prof. L. B. Shackelford of the University of Alabama lectures tonight at 6 in the Lyons Hotel assembly room on Hygienic Effect of the Drama. The English instructor outlines a discussion linking theater to health and well being.
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Prof. Shackelford
L. B Shackelford
University of Alabama
Lyons Hotel
Mystery Woman Believed Wife Of Indiana Man
Indianapolis man Arthur Harvie, missing since a telegram to his wife arrived, is tied to a woman at the Johnston Street station. Police report the woman matches Harvie’s description, but no word from him since the telegram. The case draws wide interest as officers keep the woman in custody and await Harvie’s instructions or arrival.
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Arthur Harvie
North Sherman
Indianapolis
Indiana
Decatur
Harvie
J. T. Bryant
Johnston Street
B. E. Davis
H. W. Weisehan
Depositors To Get Christmas Checks From Defunct Banks
Depositors of two Birmingham banks will receive about $450,000 before Christmas. Liquidating agent G. C. Lockhart said checks totaling $350,000 were mailed to depositors of the City Bank and Trust Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
G. C. Lockhart
City Bank and Trust Company
Assessments Still Pending As Deadline Approaches
With three weeks left, Morgan County property assessments must be completed by December 31. Assessor Herman Q. Troup expects a rush at his Decatur office as holiday shoppers drop by to buy Christmas beer and have their property appraised, keeping staff busy like a fleet of switch engines.
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Morgan County
Herman Q. Troup
Decatur
Police report shows November fines total $2696.25
City Clerk E. W. Collier presented the November police department figures to the Board of Aldermen. Fines and costs collected totaled $2696.25, with October figures higher but the department still covering its expenses for the month.
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Decatur
E. W. Collier
Automobile License Tax Remitted to City in November
The November report shows Decatur automobile owners paid a total license tax of $9,568.77 to county authorities and turned over to the city per Clerk E. W. Collier.
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Decatur
E. W. Collier
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