Wisconsin girl killer case heats up with arrest
Shreveport police say Erdman Olson suspect Terence O Rourke denies being Olson. Wisconsin authorities weigh the identification as Prairie du Chien reports the description matches the fugitive linked to the 1926 Clara Olson murder in Kickapoo valley.
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Shreveport
Erdman
Olson
Clara Olson
Wisconsin
B. D. Bazer
Kickapoo Valley
Dea
Terence O'Rourke
United States
Prairie DU Chien
Wis
Terence O’rourke
Canada
Erdman Olson
North Alabama delegates move to press charges against Bishop Cannon
Three North Alabama delegates join Josephus DaNiels and about 14 others in preparing charges of stock market activity against Bishop James Cannon. The group seeks action before the general conference episcopal committee as Rev R T Tyler notes the delegation includes laymen from Athens Hartwell and Sylacauga while other bishops receive votes of confidence.
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The
Methodist Episcopal Church
North Alabama
Josephus DaNiels
James Cannon
Dallas
Episco
Charles W. Saryer
Athens
John T. Cooper
Harter
E. A. Hammett
Descri
Sylacaugs
Ala
Cannon
R. T. Tyler
Decatur
Bishop Cannon
Conference Committee On Episcopacy
Gas rate hearing in Decatur probes proposed changes
The Alabama Public Service Commission held a Decatur public hearing on Alabama Utilities Service Company proposed gas rate revisions. The plan would raise costs for many customers while offering lower first block rates, with detailed figures and testimony presented by company officials and city leaders.
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Alabama Utilities Service Company
Decatur
Alabama Public Service Commission
B. L. Malone
Bers
Hugh
I. F
C. L. L. Almgren
H. P. Jones
W. W. Winter
Metzger
Commission Indi
Census plans moving. Decatur eyes 16000 population
Decatur seeks 553 additional residents to reach a 16 000 population goal as 4 000 school children and local groups assist in re checking preliminary figures. The Huntsville district oversees the rapid campaign urging neighbors to verify every family member is counted and reports from Bible school and The Daily indicate ongoing returns.
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Decatur
Decatur Kiwanis Club
Decatur Daily
Civic Club
Huntsville
United
Sam
Bible School
Case Dismissed in Circuit Court Trial
The case of E. W. Godbey against M. Emma Lawrence and W. C. Lawrence was dismissed when called for trial in Circuit Court yesterday.
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E. W. Godbey
M. Emma Lawrence
W. C. Lawrence
Between Two Stools and Classified Ads Opportunity
An old editorial aside highlights how readers spot chance amid Classified Ads. It contrasts slipping to the ground between stools with finding opportunity among listings and etched goods within reach.
Candidates To Hear Protests On Democratic Primary
Cyrus B. Brown said a sub-committee of the Alabama Democratic Executive Committee will meet May 27 in Birmingham to hear protests against candidates approved by E. W. Pettus and against those whose qualification papers were late or rejected. The session starts at 11 a.m. at the Tutwiler hotel.
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Montgomery
Ala
Cyrus B. Brown
State
Democratic Executive Committee
Birmingham
E. W. Pettus
Selma
Brown
Tutwiler
Birmingham Boy Is Held In Plot
Bernard Swalley a 21 year old Birmingham Alabama junior college student was arrested in Los Angeles on charges of attempting to extort $3000 from Mrs PF W Emery a San Marino California widow. Also taken into custody were Jack Harback 21 and Sylvester Bertram 24 both Birmingham residents. Swalley appeared at the designated spot and removed marked bills left by Mrs Emery. No charges had been filed yet against the others.
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Los Angeles
Calif
Bernard Swalley
Birmingham
Ala
PF. W. Emery
Sanmarino
Swalley
Jack Harback
Sylvester Bertram
Emery
F. W. Emery
Swalley Son of Local Conductor Linked to Ex tortion Plot
Bernard Swalley, arrested in Los Angeles in a reported extortion plot, is the son of Richard R. Swalley, a Birmingham railroad conductor and former Simpson school star athlete. The mother said he planned to attend Alabama Polytechnic Institute next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Bernard Swalley
Loseles
Richard R. Swalley
Simpson School
Birmingham-Southern College
Alabama Polytechnic Institute
Epidemic Thievery Sweeping Country
A nationwide surge in automobile theft is reported with many police notices. Thieves target popular priced cars, which are easier to disguise, across states and regions according to local officers.
Sewer Question Before Council
Final action on the long debated sewerage system for West Decatur may occur at the Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting Thursday evening. Several other matters may occupy the councilors.
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West Decatur
Board of Mayor
Grand Jury Meet Not Yet Set for June Session
The Morgan County grand jury will be convened on the first Monday of the June session of Circuit Court. Judge James E. Horton has not yet announced a definite date.
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Tee
Circuit Court
James E. Horton
Farmers Rejoice After Good Rain in Morgan County
Four Morgan county farmers rejoiced as rainfall Tuesday refreshed pastures and revived dairy activity. Farmers anticipate boosted milk flow and increased income for dairymen across the county.
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Morgan County
Capone Habeas Petition Sought By Attorney In Miami
In Miami on May 14 habeas corpus proceedings were sought to free Al Capone and three companions from the municipal jail after an investigation charge. Judge A O Thompson was to hear the petition at 2:00 PM. Capone and the others, arrested at a boxing bout, were detained overnight. companions named Cercella Prignanon and Agolia were held with Capone.
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Miami
Fla
Scarface
al’ Capone
A. O. Thompson
Vincent C. Giblin
Chicago
Thompson
Capone
Giblin
Pennsylvania
Nick Circella
Albert Prignanon
Sylvester Agolia
Negroes Granted Permanent Paroles In Alabama Mines
Twenty five long term black convicts working in Birmingham coal mines were granted permanent paroles by Governor Bibb Graves. They had temporary paroles since 1928 when state prisoners left the mine lease system and were cited by attorney Hugh Morrow for good records and self support.
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Montgomery
Ala
Bibb Graves
Birmingham
Hugh Morrow
Morrow
Popularity Contest to Close Today in Decatur Parade
The Decatur Pilot club sponsored event ends today with a parade of contestants entered by local business houses. The winner will be crowned Little Miss Decatur.
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Decatur Pilot Club
Decatur
Damages Sought Over Breach of Farm Land Lease
Ernest Tapscott sues Joe Burns in circuit court for 500 dollars claiming breach of contract in the rental of farm lands. Case placed on docket for trial.
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Ernest Tapscott
Joe Burns
Local Cotton Prices Display Mixed Calls
Market notes show Strict Middling and Middling values near 13.75 to 14.15 cents per pound with Low prices around 13.00 to 13.50. Buyers and sellers await guidance as futures shift on supply signals and regional demand.
Pearsons to Succeed Bare as Alabama Guard Commander
Governor Bibb Graves appoints Col. John C. Pearsons of Birmingham to command the 62nd infantry brigade Alabama National Guard replacing Gen. Walter E. Bare who resigns after removal from the state. Pearsons will assume command and hold the rank of Brigadier General effective tomorrow.
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Montgomery, Ale
Bibb Graves
John C. Pearsons
Birmingham
Walter E. Bare
62Nd Infantry Brigade
Alabama National Guard
Bare
Col
Pearsons
Wee Miss Rose Marie Stars On NBC Radio At Age Five
New York press feature profiles Rose Marie a five year old NBC staff artist known for blues numbers and playful stage presence. The child performer trained by her pianist mother recalls childhood influences and aims to emulate film actress Bebe Daniels as she recalls Amos n Andy and vaudeville roots. She began radio at WPG Atlantic City and rehearses briefly before air.
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New York
Baby Rose Marie
NBC
Rudy
Amos
N’ Andy
Bebe Daniels
Rose Marie
WPG
Atlantic City
Minority Report Opposes New Muscle Shoals Bill
Representative McSwain of South Carolina files a minority view opposing a three member temporary board to lease Muscle Shoals. He urges the board be a permanent commission supervising leases, condemning subdivision of property and urging single comprehensive leasing to one entity.
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Minority Report
Washington
Muscle Shoals
House
Representative McSwain
South Carolina
McSwain
Senate
Leasis
Congress
Delegates From Mobile Unseated By Alabama Labor Union
Mobile local 770 with 18 delegates was unseated by a 59 to 53 vote at the Alabama Federation of Labor in Tuscaloosa. Walter F. Schaffer led opposition over charges of non union labor in building the hall. the delegation was later recognized. The body also urged theatres to halt mechanical shows, blaming job losses for musicians and actors, naming two Birmingham theatres in the resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuscaloosa
Ala
Mobile Local No
Street Railway Workers Union
Alabama Federation of Labor
Mobile
Walter F. Schaffer
Tri
Mine Workers’ Organization
Federation
Birmingham
C. B. Thiemonge
Kiwanis Club Meeting Slated At Noon Thursday
The regular weekly meeting of the Decatur Kiwanis club is set for 12 15 at the Y M C A with an entertainment and business program. Attendance committees are striving to have every member present.
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Decatur Kiwanis Club
Judgment Awarded in Patterson vs Malone for 564.35
An agreed judgment for 564.35 dollars was awarded to John Patterson in the case against E. Malone. The decision was issued as the case was called for trial in Circuit Court before Judge W. W. Callahan.
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John Patterson
E. Malone
W. W. Callahan
Equitable Credit Company Wins Judgment in Circuit Court
The Equitable Credit Company incorporated sued L. L. Jones as administrator of the estate of L. O. Suggs. On Tuesday in circuit court, a judgment of 283 dollars was awarded to the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Equitable Credit Company Incorporated
L. L. Jones
L. O. Suggs
Methodist bishops face secrecy in stock market charges
Josephus Daniels of Raleigh and F T Fitzhugh of Memphis along with Judge James T Woods Roanoke and 17 Methodist laymen sign charges accusing bishops of questionable conduct as committees weigh trials. Officials decline to reveal whether other bishops’ characters were cleared amid related accusations of unwarranted political activity.
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Josephus Daniels
Raleigh
N. C
Secretary of the Navy
F. T. Fitzhugh
Memphis
Rembert G. Smith
Washington, Ga
Cannon, Mouzon
Moore
DuBois
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Daniels
Cooper and Lower
Commission Hears
Plea Gas Company
Malone
Declare
Wee Miss
Carmen
Eben
By Gordon Brown
Scheibel
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