Alabama尺 Muscle Shoals title claim rejected
The U S Department of Justice opinion finds Alabama lacks title to Muscle Shoals. It states the federal government holds full title to the site and surrounding structures used for national defense and navigation purposes. Alabama argues a joint riparian claim, but the opinion supports federal ownership and nonexclusive rights to surplus power proceeds.
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Bening
Tennessee River
Second California Kidnapper Sought After Girl Safe
Eleven year old Evelyn Smith was found safe with county officers in San Bernardino after being abducted on Christmas day by parolee Ernest McClelland. Investigators continued the manhunt as details emerged of a night in his car and an attempted assault near Redlands.
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San Bernardino
Cal
Evelyn Smith
California
Ernest McClelland
Emma Spence
Redlands
Here
Oakland
Pera
Evelyn
McClelland
Hope Is Abandoned For Missing Plane
Washington December 29 The navy reports that hopes are nearly gone for the Grayson plane missing in northern waters. Destroyers push eastward and north of Sable Island, while three coast guard ships watch southward and plan to recommend ending the search after today unless new information warrants continuation.
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Washington
Grayson
Navy Department
Sable Island
Coast Guard
Decatur Weather Record Shows Narrow Temperature Range
Weather data from Decatur indicates a high of 53 degrees and a low of 45, reflecting little overall change in the day's conditions.
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Decatur
Local Cotton Prices Show Narrow Trading Range
Market report notes suited values with Strict Middling around 19.00, with lower bids near 18.75 and 17.75 for nearby grades. Trading activity appears subdued as buyers and sellers recalibrate amid uncertain demand.
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Rann
Oklahoma Senate Votes to Dismiss Governor Impeachment
Oklahoma City December 29 AP The Oklahoma senate sitting as a court of impeachment dismissed impeachment charges against Governor Henry S Johnston and two state officials by a 22 to 16 vote ruling the house lacked authority to convene. Senators met in a hotel room as national guardsmen dispersed yesterday during attempts to meet at the capitol.
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City
Henry
Johnston
Oklahoma Senate
Senate
House of Representatives
Oklahoma City
Okla
Henry S
Pen Way
Lester Smith
Negro School 10 Occupied As New Building Opens
The City Education Board visited the West Cherry street school, accepted the contractor H. C. Abshire’s work, and completed building work. Four new rooms expand the high school to accommodate overflow elementary pupils from the old McCartney street frame building.
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City Education Board
West Cherry Street
H. C. Abshire
McCartney Street
Christmas lull? Prevalent at Decatur curb market
A Christmas lull reduces attendance at the Decatur curb market during the holiday season though the statement notes a rebound as Saturday Market approaches. Buyers and sellers alike are expected to return after the holidays.
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Decatur Curb
Somerville Resident W E Foreman Visits City
W E Foreman, a prominent Somerville route 4 resident, toured the city today as a business visitor. He spoke of the quiet holiday season in his section and called it laudable.
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W. E. Foreman
Somerville
Visiting Teacher Placed to Boost Decatur School Attendance
The Decatur school system will start a new attendance department on January 2 with Vera Austelle as Visiting Teacher. The role acts as an attendance officer visiting homes to improve truancy and support state attendance funds while encouraging regular attendance among current students.
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Decatur
W. W. Benson
Vera Austelle
Benson
Road work completion speeds Crowton to Valhermoso travel
Crowton to Valhermoso roadway is complete enabling shorter trips. The dirt surface held up to recent rains and should allow winter use, with local residents noting improved access for nearby travelers.
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Valhermoso
Crowton
Decatur Plans for New Year's Watch
Decatur organizes city wide New Year’s Eve events with watch parties at several churches and social gatherings planned for Saturday evening to welcome the new year at midnight.
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Decatur
Ozark Man Dead From Rabies After Dog Bite
Howard Childree, 30, died in Ozark Alabama from hydrophobia after being scratched and bitten by a strange dog he tried to load into his truck. Twenty one people exposed during his illness are under treatment. he is survived by his wife and two children.
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Ozark
Ala
Howard Childree
Childree
License charges being prepared for Decatur year
City officials study license schedules from Albany and Decatur to reconcile differences. Clerk’s office reviews prior records as council plans a special meeting. A schedule publication is hoped before year’s start.
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Decatur
City of
Albany
Morgan County properties swap hands on Lee Street
Twin City Bread Company owners Smither and Strother acquired five Lee street and First avenue buildings from Malone for about 25000 dollars. The Morgan County Motor Company will occupy offices and showrooms in the blocks fronting Lee street, with occupancy likely to continue for now as surrounding business centers develop.
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J. F. Smither
Twin City Bread Company
Lee Street
First Avenue
Blone
J. J. Burk
Malone
Smither
Second Avenue
Smither-Strother
Lee Street Holdings
Expect Big Crowd at Dance at Club
A large crowd is expected this evening for the annual Christmas dance at the Valley Country club. Marvin R. Rankin, chairman of the entertainment committee, says Nappi's orchestra will provide the music. The ensemble has recently been active in recording records.
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the Valley Country Club
Marvin R. Rankin
Nappi
Firemen Thankful for Kindnesses
W. H. Sorber expressed thanks for kindness shown to local firemen. He noted appreciation for cigars from H. T. Gill and efforts to provide radio sets for the department. The Rahm Clothing Company made the first contribution after the plan appeared in The Daily.
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W. H. Sorber
H. T. Gill
Rahm Clothing Company
Rainfall recorded near Decatur under government observer
Over the last 24 hours rainfall around Decatur measured 1.48 inches, reported by government weather observer Z Trimble.
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Decatur
Z. Trimble
Ellenen Breaks Record with Tax Day Collection
Tax collection Wednesday shattered records in Ellenen with about 48 000 dollars gathered in a single day. Louisville and Nashville railroad led payments, contributing roughly 39 000 dollars among the sizable totals.
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Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company
Curb Market Club Sets January March Plan Meeting
Members of the Curb Market club and the permanent curb market committee are asked to assemble at the market offices on East Moulton street Saturday morning. The meeting around 10 o'clock will cover plans for January February and March with emphasis on commodities available and expected strong foodstuff sales.
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Curb Market Club
Curb Market Committee
East Moulton Street
Former city officer visits relatives in Sheffield station
M. J. Mitchell once a city officer now runs a filling station in Sheffield and spent the holiday as a guest of relatives.
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M. J. Mitchell
Sheffield
Hee
Lindbergh Lands in Guatemala City on Central American Tour
Charles Lindbergh landed the Spirit of St. Louis in Guatemala City seven hours after leaving Mexico City. He was greeted with the line Hello Guatemala and awarded a medal and the title Adopted Son of Guatemala City. He planned to continue to Belize and Honduras the next day.
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Mexico City
Lindbergh
Guatemala
Guatemala City
Belize
Connecticut Mills Seeks More Workers for Weaving Twisting
Connecticut Mills announces a plan to increase its working crews as circumstances permit and advertises for additional help. The plant seeks female applicants to work in the weaving and twisting departments and invites them to apply at the company offices.
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Connecticut Mills Company
Francis Visitor Highlights Lacon Cottons Season Strong
Sam Francis prominent resident of Lacon visited Decatur today noting the cotton season in the Lacon area this year was unusually good.
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Sam Francis
Lacon
Decatur
Francis
Cottos-Seaon
Local Court Fines Speeding Defendant Ten Dollars
One defendant charged with speeding was fined ten dollars and costs in local police court this morning.
Hickman Confesses to Multiple Murders in Theft Case
Los Angeles report details William Edward Hickman age 19 confessing to two murders and kidnapping Marian Parker. He linked to Welby Hunt of Alhambra in a druggist slaying and described roles in a Rosehill shooting and bank forgery. Police rush to arraignment as District Attorney Keyes says confession will be released after court.
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Los Angeles
William Edward Hickmar
Welby Hunt
Alhambra
California
Hickman
Marian Parker
Rosehill
Camel
Leadin
Hyde
Tional Trust and Savings Bank
Perry Parker
Seteecer Marian
Me Cman Lawry
Her
Wei
Thoms
Keyes
Little Marian Parker
Indirect Benefit Seen by McClellan in Farm Agency Talk
D H McClellan prominent Priceville planter spoke of the indirect benefit from farm agencies as nearly as great as the direct gain. He cited many planters who have not engaged with agents and now learn from other growers about the services and potential benefits available locally.
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D. H. McClellan
Priceville
McClellan
River Levels Rise After Recent Rains
The Tennessee River stands at five feet today with a slight rise possible from recent rainfall. Officials warn the level may creep upward as storms move through the region, affecting navigation and local water urges.
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