Reciprocity plan in Latins rocks shock American hopes
The United States signals delay on reciprocity trade talks with Latin American nations, telling Argentine ambassador Espil that only a few treaties may proceed, with Canada and Mexico likely first. Roosevelt’s tariff powers clash with domestic recovery, risking U S prestige in Latin America.
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Canada
Mexico
Latin America
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Muscle Shoals
Hoover
Geneva
Marc Peter
Switzerland
Legation
Camille Drevet
Women’s International League
Madame Drevet
Morgan County Citizens Council Organized for Education
The Morgan county citizens council is formed to promote education and inform voters about issues in the July 18 election. J H Crow of Decatur is president with W L Clark of Falkville as vice president and J H Crow also heading the central committee. Thirteen district chairmen will recruit assistants and distribute literature to support an educative campaign.
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Morgan County
Central Committee
J.h-Crow
Decatur
H. E. Williams
Fred Speaks
Hartselle
W. L. Clark
Falkville
L. P. Troup
Barrett Shelton
Claire Bloodworth
John Houston
Ala
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Cedar Creek
Collins
Mt. Tab
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Union Hill
Dripping Springs
Centerdale
Oden Ridge
Lawrence Cove
Rock Creek
W. J. Briscoe
Ryan
Center Grove
Florette
Germany Mourns Versailles Pact Observance Across Nation
In Berlin and across Germany flags fly at half mast to mark the Versailles Treaty anniversary under Hitler's regime. Protests and planned demonstrations unfold nationwide with the Berlin Cathedral calling a special prayer service themed God Liberate Us.
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Berlin
Germany
Hitler
Prohibition Campaign Talk at Morgan County Courthouse
A fair crowd gathered Tuesday at Morgan County Courthouse to hear Hon. Oliver W. Stewart of the Flying Squadron address a meeting about keeping prohibition on the statute books. Dr. Stewart, introduced by C. L. Peck, outlined the campaign to retain the ban and spoke to an attentive audience.
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Morgan County
Oliver W. Stewart
Wheat breaks then rallies sharply press market note
Wheat opened with a sharp drop of about 6 12 cents a bushel but quickly recovered near yesterday's high. Traders blamed a bear raid for the drop while bulls regained control. Cotton opened steady with gains but fell, with New Orleans prices down seven to nine points by early afternoon.
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Associated Press
New Orleans
James Clint Orr Dies in Tennessee After Illness
James Clint Orr formerly of Decatur died at his home in Lynnville Tennessee on Tuesday afternoon after several months illness. He was survived by his wife one brother and three sisters. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Thursday from the Lynnville residence with burial in Bear Creek cemetery.
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James Clint Orr
Decatur
Lynnville
Tenn
Orr
Bear Creek
Silly Symphony Receives Four Stars in Technicolor Feature
Manager Banniza of the Princess announces a four star Silly Symphony as a two reel technicolor feature. "Babes In the Woods" accompanies the program and is urged for all children to see.
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Banniza
Scottsboro Couple Receives Rabies Treatments
Two anti rabies injections were sent from the Tennessee Valley Laboratory to Scottsboro for Mr. and Mrs. A B Womack after a dog bite yesterday. The dog was killed and its head sent for testing which proved positive. A stray dog on Fourth Avenue was killed this morning though lab tests showed no rabies signs.
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Tennessee Valley Laboratory
Scottsboro
A. B. Womack
Fourth Avenue
West
Methodists Plan Special Day With Family Night
The Methodist church announces two worship hours next Sunday with a family night in the evening. A cash prize of one dollar will go to the largest family present, regardless of church affiliation. The sermon titled The Most Valuable Instrument Used By Humanity will be given, with no special collection or outside issues discussed. Great music by a strong choir and male quartet. Service starts at 7 30 and ends at 8 30. Arthur H Nabors, pastor.
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Arthur H. Nabors
Autos Collide at Sherman Street Crossing
Two cars were damaged in a collision at the corner of Sherman street and Fourth avenue. W. B. Copeland U S Marshal of Birmingham drove a Buick sedan. the other driver’s name was not learned. No injuries reported and damage estimated around $40.
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Fourth Avenue
Buik
W. B. Copeland
U. S
Birmingham
Chevrolet
Red Cross Life Saving Institute Opens Largest Southern Camp
The Red Cross First Aid and Life Saving Institute at Camp Carolina Brevard North Carolina June 14 24 drew 105 students from eight southern states and over 20 instructors. Noted trainers included Bob Gordon and Ross Allen with a water safety program culminating in a pageant The Peace Pipe watched by more than 5000. Kenning plans Decatur Alabama July 6 7 8 to teach water rescue during local chapter swimming and life saving efforts.
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Red Cross
Camp Carolina
Brevard
N. C
South
Cal
Bob Gordon
Catride Rawls
Ross Allen
Silver Springs
Fla
Harry Kenning
Kenning
Alabama
Decatur
Subject Announced For Sermons Tonight at Southside Church
Dr. L. L. Hearn will preach on Separation Or Compromise Which at Southside church this evening drawing a large crowd. A special meeting for older members is set for 10 o clock Thursday morning. A 10 o clock service was held today for the young people.
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L. L. Hearn
Southside
R. F. C. Payroll in County Reduced to $1,250 a Week
Welfare offices announce R F C payroll cuts from 1600 to about 1250 dollars weekly to sustain projects through September. About half the 3000 county workers phased out over time as funds shrank, with no new hires. Over 6000 applications were filed, but funds limited, forcing layoffs.
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R. F.C
Welfare Board
Morgan County
Merrill Speaks On Amendments At Eva Meeting
A large Eva section gathering is planned for Thursday with Lieutenant Governor Hugh D. Merrill and Dr. John R. Hobbs among speakers. Merrill will discuss the proposed income tax and warrant amendment while Hobbs covers the retention of the Eighteenth Amendment. The event aims to be the eastern Morgan county’s largest turnout with farmers and families from Morgan and adjoining counties attending.
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Hugh D. Merrill
John R. Hobbs
First Baptist Church of
Birmingham
Hobbs
United States
Morgan County
Third of States Now for Repeal
The Associated Press reports that one third of the 48 states have voted to repeal the 18th Amendment. West Virginia and California led, as voters backed the 21st Amendment by large margins in early counts. West Virginia favored repeal by about 79,000 with three quarters of ballots tallied, while California's result was about three to one in favor.
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Associated Press
West Virginia
California
No Headway Reported in London Parley on Dollar Pact
London reports say fresh overtures to stabilize the dollar with the British pound and French franc were rejected. Assistant Secretary of State McLey did not appear for the world economic conference due to busy conferences with the American group. Professor Moley expected to join later under Roosevelt instructions.
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London
United States
World Economic Conference
McLey
Moley
Roosevelt
Rainfall Record for Tuesday Little Rain
A trace of rain fell Tuesday in the section, with precipitation measured at one one hundredth of an inch.
Mrs. E W Phillips and Daughter Visit Tuscaloosa
Mrs. E W Phillips and her daughter Janis are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ben A Green in Tuscaloosa for a social visit.
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E. W. Phillips
Janis
Mrs Ben A. Green
Tuscaloosa
Heavy rains aid limestone region amid scattered tree damage
Reports say Athens and surrounding areas saw a few trees blown down with no property damage. Decatur and nearby areas had two light showers Tuesday causing a slight temperature drop and little relief for crops.
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Athens
Decatur
Heat Takes Toll Across Central and Southwest States
A heat wave baked a large central and southwestern region with record June temperatures and crop damage. Chicago hit a historic June peak while Nebraska saw doomed small grains and Illinois reported seven deaths amid searing heat and limited relief.
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Associated Press
Mother Nature
Chicago
Southwest
Nebraska
Illinois
Andrews Heads to Fair for Educational Exposition Tour
L. N. official said his Saturday trip to the fair was an educational inspection tour rather than a pleasure jaunt. He aims to furnish information to prospective travelers for the Exposition during summer and fall. Andrews will be in Chicago for a week.
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Andrews
Chicago
William Ta Lawrence Youth Succumbs After Mule Injury
William Taylor twelve year old son of Mr and Mrs J K Taylor of Moulton Route 2 died at 2 45 this morning at Baughs infirmary from injuries suffered Monday afternoon when kicked by a mule on his father's farm He was taken to the infirmary last night but died spreading efforts to save him The funeral will be at 2 00 Thursday at the family residence conducted by Rev T H Williams Interment Bald Knob cemetery with pallbearers J E Prevett Fred Singeton Marshall Singleton Ray Kitchens Travis Callahan Omar Bates
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J. K. Taylor
Moulton
Baugh’s Infirmary
William
T. H. Williams
Austinville
Bald Knob
J. E. Prevett
Fred Singeton
Marshall Singleton
Ray Kitchens
Travis Callahan
Omar Bates
Roosevelt Delayed by Fog Near Lake Manass
President Roosevelt remained delayed by fog off Lake Manbass as a 60 hour inactivity stretched. Norman Davis, head of the American Geneva arms delegation, travels through the fog aboard the destroyer Bernardou to brief the president.
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Lake Manbay
Maine
Roosevelt
Norman Davis
Bernardou
Minimum wage of 14 dollars sought in textile mills
Organized labor presses for a fourteen dollar weekly minimum in the cotton textile industry. The push centers on a recommended minimum, signaling broader wage reform debates in Washington.
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Washington
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