Napier Nominated for Alabama College Dean Post
MERMINGHAM May 14 The Alumnae Association committee unanimously backs Dean T H Napier as candidate to succeed Dr O C Carmichael who leaves to lead Vanderbilt University graduate and senior college. The decision prompts letters to alumnae statewide and a student body query to gauge support. Alumni leaders include Josephine Watson Syla Cauga president and Eugenia Morrow secretary.
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At & Mening Bunday
Tutwiler Hotel
T. H. Napier
O. C. Carmichael
Vanderbilt University
Eugenia Morrow
Orrville
H. H. King
Woodsman Loses Shoes After Hired Job theft
In Thendara New York on May 14 Bil Pond a woodsman took a two day minor construction job and stored his new shoes in a hollow tree. Thieves left only the soles and heels. He earned part of the pay but spent seven dollars on new footwear and believes porcupines owe him two dollars.
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Bil Pond
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Free Passes at Decatur Fairfront Midway Utterances
Reporter visits the Decatur midway enjoying attractions from exotic birds to a magic show. He notes the CARIOCA show with its beautiful costumes and a chimpanzee act JOE MENDI and SUZETTE entertain. A Waltzer ride and double Ferris Wheel offer sweeping views as crowds enjoy the scene.
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Mystic India
Elmer Loyd
Decatur
Carioca
Bob Almon
Moulton
Joe Mendi
Major Cohen Dies at Atlanta Home
Major Cohen vice chairman of the Democratic National Committee and president and editor of the Atlanta Journal died at his Atlanta home after an extended illness. He had led the Georgia delegation in 1924 and had long served as a staunch party figure, with condolences from President Roosevelt and other national leaders. His survivors include his wife Julia Lowry Clark, a son in New York City, and relatives in Virginia and Portugal. Funeral plans were pending arrival of his daughter in Lisbon.
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Congress Debates Farley Probe and Utility Holding Reform
Senate today debates Senator Long’s demand for an investigation of Postmaster General Farley. Advocates plan to send Patman bill to the White House. House considers an open legislative appropriation bill. Senate yesterday debated Long’s resolution for Farley investigation and the Interstate Commerce Committee approved a revised bill to abolish public utility holding companies. Debated legislative appropriation.
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Patman
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Savannah Editor Pleasant Stovall Dies at 71
Pleasant A. Stovall editor of the Savannah Evening Press and former U S minister to Switzerland died at his Savannah home at 71 after long illness. He began in Georgia journalism in 1875, built the Savannah Press, and later sold it in 1931 while remaining editor.
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Pleasant A. Stovall
Savannah Evening Press
United States
Switzerland
Georgia
Stovall
University of Georgia
Athens, Ga
Banner
Augusta Chronicle
The
Chronicle
Savannah Press
H. V. Jenkins
Savannah Morning News
Ailing Blair Resident Reports Child’s Illnesses Combined
A short item notes Eu gene Robinson, age 6, in Blair Nebraska with measles mumps and whooping cough described in a medical report. Other text describes a lively Paris street scene and a cabaret style venue with floor show beverages and music, mentioning Alva L Burns and Decatur.
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Blair
Neb
Eugene Robinson
Eugene
Paris
America
Alva L
Burns
Decatur
Henry
Two Are Killed in Domestic Row
Atlanta May 14 AP Domestic difficulties blamed for the deaths of Mr and Mrs Oscar W Walters. Mrs Walters 42 shot in temple found by Mrs B M Kimbrough. Walters 52 wounded in head with pistol beside him. Mrs Kimbrough said Walters rented a room yesterday and she found them after errands and a store visit. Walters son Harley Mitchell said they planned to move, and Mrs Walters had stayed with a neighbor last week. She is survived by another son Eugene 24 and her mother Lula Channel of Gadsden along with three sisters.
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Atlanta
Oscar W. Walters
Alabama Boy Improves After Delicate Brain Operation
Lewis Pate, 10, recovering well after a brain operation in Baltimore. His father, Houston Pate, rushed him from Alabama in a train ride from Brewton, leaving home in overalls to seek surgical help.
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Lewis Pate
Houston Pate
Alabama
Pate
Brewton
Ala
Notable Women Named in Obituary Notice
Mrs. H. W. Oliver of Atlanta, Mrs. W. H. of Gadsden, and Mrs. F. J. Imanee of enanneen W. Va., and a brother G. D. Sargent of Collinsville, Ala.
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Atlanta
W. H
Gadsden
F. J. Imanee
Enanneen W. Va
G. D. Sargent
Collinsville, Ala
Johns Hopkins Reports Free Operation Seen By Dandy
Dr Walter E Dandy performed a operation at Johns Hopkins Hospital funded by hint funds and offered free care. The report notes a medical breakthrough and hospital support from philanthropy.
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Walter E. Dandy
Johns Hopkins Sawpital Free
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