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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1930
Page
3
In a Brownstone lodging house a tense confrontation unfolds between Clara Dee and Ivan as doors lock and a threatened assault escalates. Clara seizes a revolver in a desperate bid to escape, with a gunfire moment signaling a pivotal, unresolved struggle.
Montgomery police continued search for F. M. Ferguson manager of 4 Montgomery theatre who disappeared Sunday night. Officials from Paramount Publix Enterprises Inc notified police of the disappearance.
Miss Margaret Pryor left Monday evening for Nashville then proceeds to Flemingsburg Kentucky to establish residence.
A report indicates receipts totaling 800 dollars were not deposited to the treasury account by Ferguson, raising questions about missing funds and accountability.
Athens Alabama July 17 Special Judge of Probate A M McConnell denies a drainage petition filed in probate court seeking creation of a drainage district along the Tennessee river in the county's southern part. The article notes an estimate on the cost but the specifics are not provided.
Bobby Petterson is recovering at his grandparents home on Johnston Street after a Monday tonsil removal operation. Doctors report a smooth recovery and expect continued improvement at home with family care.
The report notes the cost overrun and states that a majority of landowners are not in favor of the project, signaling strong local resistance to the plan.
Heavy collections of the street tax were reported today with Tuesday noted as the final day for payment under city statutes. The report emphasizes the rush of payments made Tuesday and Tuesday night as time ran out.
Classified ads aid readers and sellers as a daily tool. The notice highlights broad usefulness for buyers and vendors in the community.
A five day old infant found by blackberry pickers in a briar patch twelve miles from Sheffield died at a local hospital. County health officer Dr. Burkett ruled death due to starvation and exposure.
Colbert county sheriff arrested John Whitfield after a shooting at Whitfield's store early today. Percy Isbell was hospitalized in critical condition. Whitfield and Isbell had a confrontation described as an affray with Isbell said to have attacked Whitfield while intoxicated.
Life and deals mix as buyers pursue smart choices. Goodyear tires appear among favored options as shoppers seek value and reliability in select products.
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