Prohibition Party Nominates Slate In Alabama Election
Prohibition Party members selected their candidates at a Calvary Baptist Church meeting in Montgomery while independents filed a ticket with 855 signatures to enter the November ballot. Candidates include J. B. Lockhart of Talladega and Rev. Thomas G. Jones of Montgomery among others.
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Montgomery
Alabama
Prohibition Party
Calvary Baptist Church
Secretary of State
Prohibitionists
J. B. Lockhart
Talladega
Thomas G. Jones
Glenn Tingley
Birmingham
L. B. Barton Sr
Cora McAdory
Auburn
G. D. Lewis
Sweetwater
Eulalia Vess
W. E. Braden
Springville
Leon Browning
Jack Moore
Ixander City
J. A. Fields
Amos C Black Completes Naval Aviation Structural Course
Amos C Black airman USN son of Mr and Mrs Albert Black of Athens completed the naval aviation structural mechanic school at Memphis Tennessee He has been transferred to the naval air station San Diego California Black entered naval service in March 1951 and did recruit training at San Diego prior to joining Elkmont high school.
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Naval Aviation Structural Mechanic
Naval Air Technical Training Center
Memphis
Hicks Chevrolet Opens Free 10 Point Safety Inspection Program
Hicks Chevrolet Sales Co. announces participation in a nationwide safety program endorsed by Chevrolet Motor Division. Beginning today, every vehicle entering the shop will receive a free 10 point inspection covering tires steering brakes lights and exhaust. Owners get a report. repairs optional.
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R. S. Hicks
Teachers Hear George Gibbons Rev W J Johnson at yearend meeting
The Decatur teachers yearend session featured Rev. W J Johnson of Southside Baptist Church delivering a devotional on Mark 9 2 10. George Gibbens Florence State Teachers College outlined outdoor education plans and camping as a tool for child adjustment. Ice cream followed in the cafeteria.
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W. J. Johnson
Southside Baptist Church
Decatur
H. F. McClendon
Gordon-Bible School
Rev. Johnson
Jewett Filler
W. T. Jordan
O. S. Hagerman
National Education Week
J. D. Reed
Filler
H. L. Ogle
George Gibbens
Florence State Teachers College
Suspended Judge Leads Field In Florida Voting
Sam D. May suspended Washington County judge led the Democratic primary field with 2 104 votes. Willis Carl Travich had 2 059 and Amos Hudson 630. May and Travich advance to the second primary May 27 for the county judgeship. A county jury had found May innocent of drunkenness last August.
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Chipley
Fla
Sam D. May
Washington County
Fuller Warren
Willis Carl Travich
Amos Hudson
May
Travich
Candidate Whose Barn Yielded Moonshine Haul Trails Incumbent
In Tuscaloosa County observers noted George W. Rose trailing John E. Walker by 1 318 votes for Board of Revenue place No 3 after 56 of 58 boxes reported. During a speech last Friday deputies and federal agents raided two Rose barns finding a still and 300 gallons of moonshine, though no charges were filed.
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Tuscaloosa
County Board of Revenue
George W. Rose
John E. Walker
Rose
Two Accidents Reported Here
Police report two fender benders with slight damage. At Bank and Church Streets a parked 1936 Ford owned by J F Blankenship and a 1941 Chevrolet driven by David D Smith sustained minor damage. At Johnston Street and Fourth Avenue East a 1940 Ford driven by Virginia Davidson and a 1941 Plymouth driven by Rayburn Terry incurred light damage.
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Bank and
Church Streets
J. F. Blankenship
Hillsboro
David D. Smith
Decature
Johnston Street
Fourth Avenue East
Virginia Davidson
Sixth Avenue East
Rayburn Terry
Prospect Drive
Thank You Note From Central Methodist Church WSCS
Dear Mr. Shelton I thank you for the excellent publicity given our recent W S C S Conference The write ups of the daily sessions were very good Sadie S Warren President Woman s Society of Christian Service Decatur Alabama May 6 1952
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Decatur
Alabama
Barrett Shelton
Decatur Daily
Shelton
Woman’s Society of Christian Service
Central Methodist Church
Sadie S. Warren
R. F. Warren
Woman's Society of Christian Service
Accused Man Is Running Fourth
In Clanton Alabama former Probate Judge J Lee Smith serving a three year sentence for misusing Chilton County funds runs fourth in a five candidate field Higgins Thorsby lumberman leads unofficial county returns Higgins 1195 Roberts 571 Fred Smith 346 Tingle 759 Smith 356 Parrish not seeking reelection.
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Clanton, Ala
J. Lee Smith
Court of Appeals
Supreme Court
John M. Higgins
Thorsby Lumberman
Higgins
Ed L. Roberts
Clanton
Fred Smith
Thorsby
Dave Tingle
WL. Parrish
Codfish Growth Fact From Fisheries Report
A codfish commonly reaches a weight around 100 pounds, as noted in the fisheries briefing. The statement highlights typical maximum size in ordinary growth conditions and reflects standard historical catch data.
Mabel Yarbrough Sues Smith Motors in Circuit Court
In Circuit Court Mabel B. Yarbrough files a defunct suit against Smith Motors, Incorporated. Lawyer Patton and Patton represent Yarbrough in the action.
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Mabel B. Yarbrough
Smith Motors, Incorporated
Patton
Mabel Yarbrough
16 Year Old Held As Robbery Suspect
A 16 year old Trinity resident is jailed in Morgan county on suspicion of burglary. He is not charged yet, but authorities expect charges to be filed later today. The report notes a climatic comparison unrelated to the case.
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Trinity
Morgan County
Atomic blast lights up sky over Las Vegas
A pre dawn atomic test at Yucca Flat flashed across the sky to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Observers on hotel roofs and lawns saw a bright white light dim to a ruddy hue as buildings became briefly visible. The 5 15 a m PDT blast produced a quick blink with no apparent effects reported.
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Las Vegas
Nev
Yucca Flat
Los Angeles
Resinol Ointment Brings Quick Relief for Itching Skin
For the nagging itch of dry skin in older folks, Resinol Ointment provides soothing relief. Acts in place of missing natural oils, works fast, and comfort lasts. Get Resinol at all drug stores for relief from scratching.
Decoration Day at Blue Springs Set
Sunday will be observed as an annual Decoration Day at Blue Springs Baptist church. Sunday school starts at ten and preaching at eleven. No afternoon service, BTU convenes at seven.
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Blue Springs Baptist Church
BTU
No Shock Felt After Hidden Blast Incident
A blast occurred but no shock was felt and no sound was reported, details scarce. Officials have not released further information about cause, location, or casualties, and residents remain cautious as investigators review the scene.
Worship Service Follows After Evening O’Clock
A fragment notes an event with a worship service set to follow at eight oclock, indicating a religious gathering schedule. The text references the sequence of service times but lacks other details or participants.
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Ie Pe
Morris Jewelers
2Nd Ave
Ferry St
Johnston St
Decatur Cleaners
George Gibbons
Florida
Decatur Transit
Decatur Kiwanis Club
Rainbow Ranch Boys
Minnie Pearl
Decatur Stadium
Smith
Chilton County
Neal Stephenson
Austinville
Blue Springs
England
Stomac
Maurice Jackson
Protective Life Insurance Company
Hagerty
Ryan’s Tire and Battery Service
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