Negro on trial for ambush killings of Tuscaloosa officers
The case centers on the May 10 ambush that killed Detective J Foster King and Patrolman Homer Hubbard near Hardie’s cabin. Will Hardie 60 pleaded innocent and insane at a preliminary hearing after police said he admitted shooting the officers while claiming two Negroes pursued him. He had a long criminal record and was released last year.
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Tuscaloosa
Will Hardie
J. Foster King
Homer F. Hubbard
Hardie
W. D. Billingsley
Birmingham
Panama election upheld by Remon victory amid fraud allegations
In Panama Col. Jose Antonio Remon led as provisional tallies showed 73 465 votes to 37 590 for Roberto Chiari from 425 of 699 precincts. Chiari accused remon supporters of double voting and ink removal while alleging police intimidation and ballot box stuffing.
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Panama
Jose Antonio Remon
National Elections Board
Remon
Roberto F. Chiari
National Patriotic Coalition
Chiari
National Police
Banana as a Large Nonwoody Plant
A note identifies banana as among the largest plants lacking an above ground woody stem. It explains the banana pseudostem supports a tall, expansive growth, with fruiting stalks arising from the base.
When Fear Becomes a Phobia by Dr. Herman N Bundesen
This article explains cancer phobia as an out of proportion fear of illness especially among middle aged patients. It notes that thorough medical exams and clear explanations can alleviate fear, with psychiatrist help needed in severe cases. It also discusses the role of warning signs and regular checkups in prevention and reassurance.
McGranery May Reopen FBI File Reviews After Confirmation
James P. McGranery becomes attorney general and could resume urging FBI chief J Edgar Hoover to examine possible misconduct in government. Hoover’s interest in new files and Treasury investigations limits loom, but a chat could yield fruitful reading material for the new administration.
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Washington
James P. Mce Granery
J. Edgar Hoover
FBI
Eddie
Truman
McGranery
Hoover
Senate
Justice Department
Treasury Department
Congress
Treasury
Lost Billfold Recovered With $160 Missing
A Flint resident found a billfold at a recent carnival and mailed it back from Huntsville. The $160 cash was missing, but valuable papers inside were untouched. The incident fuels belief in partial honesty.
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Flint
Huntsville
Larva Spotted Near Surface in Lake Juan ior Depth
A rare larval form inhabits depth around one thousand feet in Lake Juan ior and surfaces only intermittently, prompting scientific interest.
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Lake Juanior
Five former Winston County officials ordered to refund funds
An audit by state examiners says five Winston County Highway Board members must return 5624 dollars of illegally spent county funds. The total charge back reached 10520 dollars with 606 paid, 2540 set aside per the attorney general, and 1750 held for further audit. Named are John T. Snoddy, Owen Alford, Clarence Lyle, Allen Kelly, and J. E. Wadsworth for actions from 1947 to 1951 including illegal machinery purchases and double payroll claims.
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Montgomery
Winston County
Winston County Highway Board
John T. Snoddy
Double Springs
Owen Alford
Houston
Clarence Lyle
Allen Kelly
Delmar
J. E. Wadsworth
Arley
the National Association of County Officials
Inventor Claims Roulette Profit Machine Brings Earnings
LAS ANGELES Donald May and two friends allegedly earned $50 an hour on 25-cent roulette bets in Las Vegas using a portable box with a 12-key calculator and six meters. May bets on number sets that have underperformed, doubling after losses to exploit bias. He would not disclose total earnings.
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Los Angeles
Donald May
Las Vegas
Nev
May
15 Year Old Boy Convicted In Slaying Of Mary Ellen Campbell
In Eugene Oregon a 15 year old was found guilty of first degree murder in the death of 18 year old deaf mute Mary Ellen Campbell. The jury recommended leniency. judge must sentence him to life imprisonment. District Attorney C E Luckey said Belcher admitted killing her after taunts about her pregnancy. Belcher later pleaded innocent.
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Eugene, Ore
Eugene Harlan Belcher
C. E. Luckey
Mary Ellen Campbell
Belcher
Prisoners Awaiting Wagon to Kilby from Morgan County
Two inmates, George Phillips serving eight months for vagrancy and Aubrey Taylor sentenced to one year and a day for grand larceny, remain in Morgan county jail awaiting transfer to Kilby.
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Morgan County
Kilby
George Phillips
Aubrey Taylor
Taylor
Ned Day Elected to ABC Hall of Fame
Ned Day of West Allis Wisconsin becomes the 13th bowler inducted into the ABC Hall of Fame. The inaugural class chosen in 1941 included 11 members.
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Ned Day
West Allis
Wis
ABC Hall of Fame
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