Court weighs first blow claim in Dorsey assault case
In Los Angeles a court hears arguments on whether Tommy Dorsey and Mrs. Dorsey acted after Jon Hall was struck in the Doros apartment clash. Judge Crum says ruling will hinge on if Hall was hurt by a sharp weapon or fists as lawyers fight to dismiss charges while the jury is excused until tomorrow. Also notes 1810 Napoleon reward for flax yarn spinning invention.
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Frank Frawley
Angeles
Tommy
Smiley
Dorsey
Isaac Pacht
Grand Ury
Hall
Dor
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Tahiti Aloha for GIs Aloha Paradise Story
In Tahiti and Bora Bora popular with U S servicemen, a two year stay on island life blends war era travel tales with cost notes. Lt. Conway recalls Bastille Day, hula contests, night clubs, and glimpses of movie history. Prices vary from $3 to $8 for cigarettes, $65 for a long weekend, and $425 for a week.
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Vern Haugland
Hal Boyle
Honolulu
Dec
Tahiti
Gerald Conway
Notre Dame University
St. Paul
South Pacific
George Pollin
Oklahoma City
Ft. Benning
France
Islands
Papeete
Quinn’s
Blue Lagoon
Tanone Beach
Richard de Lambert
U. S
Army
Navy
Conway
Congress Considers Internal Committee To Reform Itself
Washington reports that Congress plans to create a committee of its own members to study ways to streamline operations. The measure faces skepticism from older members while younger lawmakers push for reform, hoping to curb longevity driven chair appointments and possibly reduce the number of committees.
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Washington
Congress
Congressional Committee
House
Senate
Seven year old Judy Koch regains sight after rescue attempt
Cleveland dispatch reports seven year old Judy Ann Koch who went blind after rushing to save a neighbor's dog from an car in September. After 50 days unconscious, doctors find no medical cause for her recovery and her parents credit prayers and good thoughts from well-wishers.
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Cleveland
Judy Ann Koch
Clyde Koch
Judy
Lakewood Hospital
Death sentence for Birmingham youth in sandwich stand slaying
In Birmingham on December 6 a jury found 17 year old Robert Spilley guilty of the pistol slaying of George Goatley a sandwich stand operator. The jury imposed the death penalty though no defense witnesses testified and the defense attorney urged a prison term instead. Under Alabama law a death verdict requires an automatic appeal.
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Birmingham
Ala
Robert-St. Spilley
George Goatley
Alabama
Pete Smiley
Printers Return to Posts in Atlanta After Dispute
Printers with Atlanta's two daily papers were ordered back to work after a two day absence from a contract dispute. International Typographical Union leader R T Pavlovsky said the union instructed a return to work and that negotiations would resume with ITU assistance. The Journal and Constitution issued four page photoengraved editions during the standstill.
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Atlanta
International Typographical Union
R. T. Pavlovsky
Ocal
Eight Alabama Congressmen back Social Security tax freeze
In Washington on December 6, eight Alabama representatives voted for the proposal to freeze the Social Security tax at one percent. The lawmakers voting for the freeze were Andrews, Boykin, Grant, Hobbs, Jarman, Manasco, Newsome and Starnes. Sparkman was not listed as voting.
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Washington
Alabama
Andrews
Boykin
Grant
Hobbs
Jarman
Manasco
Newsome
Starnes
Sparkman
Smokers Shift Declines Cigarette Use in Alabama
Revenue Commissioner H G Dowling says Alabama has figures showing smokers unable to obtain cigarettes will switch to smoking tobacco snuff or chew.
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Dee
H G. Dowling
Alabama
Lemon Juice Recipe Claims Quick Rheumatic Pain Relief
An old advertisement touts a home remedy using Ru-Ex Compound mixed with water and lemon juice to relieve rheumatic pain. It promises dramatic results within two weeks with doses twice daily and notes the package costs nothing if returned. Sold by druggists and Goidel Drug Store.
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Goidel
Butcher Linens Gabardines Printed Rayon Crepes
Linen and rayon fabrics dominate a 1920s catalog entry listing gabardines crepes serges and rayons. The note highlights printed patterns and material varieties for dressmaking workshops and shop shelves.
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