Ford plans $30 million expansion program for 1930
Edsel B. Ford announced Ford Motor Company will invest more than 30 million dollars in 1930 for plant development and new buildings across the United States. Over 20 million will fund expansions at production facilities with 10 million for plant events, including Atlantic and Pacific coast plants as part of water-transport driven growth.
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Marriage Licenses Issued By Probate Judge Wiggins
Marriage licenses issued at the office of Probate Judge M D Wiggins to Talmadge Little and Hazel Hogan and to Jarret Gilbert Lemons and Etna Culbreath.
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Ford plans new Model A with refined lines and comforts
The Ford Company announces next Wednesday the Model A will be shown. The new carriage includes refined body and interior comforts, continuing the Ford lineage built on the Model T.
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United States
Ford
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Ford Company
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Tim and Rowdy confront a fatal confession and gun discovery
Tim, a frightened fourteen year old, recounts a murder to Rowdy. Tim admits firing at Martino and Queen’s gun. Rowdy finds the suspect gun behind a radiator, ponders turning Tim in, and vows to protect both Tim and Queen as he plans how to help.
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Rosalie
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The Months Meet John and Peggy in Back of the World
John and Peggy join the Little Black Clock on a journey to a back of the world where eleven moonlike youths represent the Months. The tale introduces February through December in fanciful outfits as the Baby Year awaits tomorrow.
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Mary Graham Bonner
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February
March
Decatur Growth Hopes Highlight Readiness for Strong Year
Local optimism runs through Decatur as plans and ads push for growth. Community leaders urge continued effort, signaling a promising era ahead with confidence and public chatter about opportunities.
Don't Neglect Earaches Complications Serious
Medical columnist Roy S. Copeland warns earache in children can trigger serious complications including inflammation spreading from nose to ear and even endangering the brain. He stresses seeking doctor care for feverish or unsettled infants, noting measles scarlet fever influenza can bring ear trouble, and explains anatomy of ear to emphasize caution.
Fire destroys Water Street warehouse but mill to rise again
G. W. Walter owner of the Water Street warehouse and residence thankes the fire department for saving lumber and foundation timbers after a Saturday night blaze. He says the proposed feed mill under construction will be built as planned.
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G. W. Walter
Water Street
Visit Station Oakland Opens Late Farm Hub
Mrs. L. H. Sanderson and guests visited the Tennessee Valley Agricultural Experiment Station near completion. The project, in Madison County, is expected to attract many local farmers once fully open.
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Oakland
Madison County
L. H. Sanderson
Tennessee Valley Agricultural Experiment Station
McPherson Elected President of American Chemistry Society
William McPherson, chemical president and dean of Ohio State University’s graduate school, was elected president of The American Chemical Society for the term ahead. The appointment highlights his leadership in chemical education and research, signaling a focus on advancing the profession nationwide.
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Ohio State University
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Plan to button railroads marks end of century for development
The Interstate Commerce Commission plans to consolidate 250000 miles of U S railroads into 21 systems, signaling the end of a century of railroad building. Observers note the move may be a basis for future changes and discuss its economic implications. Texas leads in mileage with 16000 miles, followed by Illinois with 12000.
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Associated Press
New York
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
North America
Commission
New Year Humor and Auto Sales Notes 1930
A collection of light quips about New Year wishes and social quirks. The scene shifts to a dealership touting 1930 Ford bodies with new features and no price increase, inviting readers to visit showrooms tomorrow amid a display of innovations and sweeping lines.
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