Alabama considers poll tax reform amid constitutional amendments
A special session discusses repeal of the poll tax and a new pardon system while proposing amendments to fund schools. Governor Dixon touts reform, cites Virginia and Mississippi as models, and outlines who would qualify to vote under changed rules.
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Parole Request By Convicted Murderer Tom Stephenson
Tom Stephenson alias Tommy, convicted October 30 and sentenced to 15 years for second degree murder, will apply to the Governor and Board of Pardon and Parole for release review.
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Proper Foundation Garment Is Help For Poor Posture
An article promotes choosing and fitting a foundation garment to improve posture and figure. It discourages tight hip binding and advises starting lacing from the bottom, breathing properly, and using firm underrigging. It also includes home care tips for scalp massage, hair oiling, and foot corn prevention.
Beauty Box Editor Answers Inquiries For Readers
Reader inquiries about beauty are addressed to the Beauty Box editor at this newspaper. Include a stamped addressed envelope for replies.
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Beauty Box
Compton Potentially Named O S A President
Dr Arthur H Compton a 46 year old University of Chicago physicist and 1927 Nobel Prize winner for cosmic ray research was said to have been offered the presidency of Ohio State University at Columbus.
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Market Declines Hit Leading Stocks At Open
A fair-sized volume of selling sent stock market leaders lower at the open. Losses included U S Steel Bethlehem General Motors US Steel and Western Union. The Dun and Bradstreet weekly trade survey showed weak signs with retail gains losing momentum due to unfavorable weather.
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Cotton Futures Dip In Quiet New York Opening
Cotton futures slipped two points in early trading as Wall Street and local traders bought while Bombay supplies supported demand. Hedging activity was noted in a subdued market.
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Commodity market and poultry prices report
In New Orleans cotton futures opened steady to 1 point higher. Chicago poultry activity shows 27 trucks steady with white rock fryers at 2012 and other prices unchanged. Butter prices steady with creamery firsts at 88 89 score and eggs easing with current receipts and storage packed firsts noted.
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Decatur's Diary Mrs Modie Lyle Visit and Church News
Mr and Mrs Modie Lyle were in Rescue on business. Henry Hood will fill the Austinville Church of Christ pulpit at morning and evening. Little Sylvia Fay Ferguson visited Mrs M B Lyle. Eva Ferguson and Birdie Maples shopped in Decatur. Juvenile Music Study club meeting postponed to Saturday March 25 at 2 30 at 1120 Seventh Avenue East hosted by Elizabeth Ann Chapell and Martha Bryan Abbott.
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Austinville
Magician Bill Rock Delights Princess Theatre Audience
Bill Rock, leading exponent of magic, wowed Princess Theatre patrons with Thurston style feats. The show opened yesterday with matinee and night performances and closes tonight at 9, with two matinees this afternoon drawing strong crowds.
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Decatur BPW Meeting Hosts Questers Club Guests
Decatur Business and Professional Women's Club held a meeting last night with Questers Club members as guests. Speakers John Patterson James Rankin and Thomas Jacks discussed savings. Mrs Bruce Pettey led the program and Mary Wright was reported ill.
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Speer Family to Draw Big Crowd at Plainview School
People from Morgan County plan to attend the Speer Family gospel concert at Plainview school tomorrow night. The well known group has scored notable regional hits and will perform at 7 30 with ukulele mandolin guitar piano and accordion.
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Obie Godsey Dies After Long Illness
Obie Godsey, 37, died at his Courtland home at 1 a m after a long illness. Funeral services are set for 2 p m Saturday at Cad do with the Rev M L Thrasher officiating.
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Decatur pallbearer lineup for Caddo cemetery burial
Brown of Decatur directs funeral at Caddo cemetery with procession leaving the home at 12 30 tomorrow afternoon. Pallbearers listed include Onnie Green Clarence Horton Simon Kimbreal Marshall Reading Seldon Terry and Woodrow Morris.
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