Ballot Box and Jury Box as Pillars of Our Institutions
New York reports United States Attorney Charles H. Tuttle defends the jury system while decrying its flaws. He urges reforms to juror selection, notes state courts’ advantages in petty cases, and warns against overprotection that empties civic duty. The piece quotes his call to reduce exemptions and keep the ballot and jury boxes central to American governance.
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New York
Charles H. Tuttle
United States
Merchants’ Association
Tuttle
Merchants Association
Mr. Tuttle
Mr. T Tle
Samson
Civic Alsckers
Average Cotton Yield Per Acre Forecast For Alabama This Year
The first Alabama cotton report puts condition at 59 percent normal, forecasting 122 pounds per acre and 871000 bales, with 1.5 percent abandonment. Last year yielded 185 pounds and 1,192,000 bales. Crop is late with small plants and grassy fields. weevil prospects are rising due to lateness. Corn yield expected 12 bushels statewide. Weather July was warmer with lighter rainfall. farm prices up about eight points since mid June.
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Montgomery
Alabama Department of Agriculture
Alabama
Black Belt
Tennessee
Blackbelt
Funeral Services Held for Prominent Farmer Albert Todd
Funeral services for Albert P. Todd, noted Houston County farmer, were conducted at Selma church with Rev. Chesser and Rev. Bush officiating. Interment followed in the church cemetery. Survived by sons A. T. Todd, H. E. Todd of Dothen, S. H. Todd, H. A. Todd, A. L. Todd of Minthan Route 8, and daughters Mrs. Sarah Odom, Mrs. R. A. Smith, and Mrs. W. B. Farrow. Funeral home: Fellows & Forrester.
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Albert P. Todd
Houston County
Hartford Highway
Selma Church
Chesser
Bush
Church
A. T
H. E. Todd
Dothen
S. H
H. A
A. L. Todd
Minthan
Route 8
Sarah Odom
Red Bay
Fla
R. A. Smith
W. B. Farrow
Eufaula
Fellows & Forrester
Golf Mind Disturber Provokes Park Board Questions
Noblesville Indiana Dr Kas Brooks president of the focal park board notes 66 people were playing golf during a heavy shower and 63 bathers fled the pool at rain start. He cites repeated observations to question human behavior and mind.
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Noblesville
Ind
Kas Brooks
Focal Park Board
Seasons first bale of cotton grown by Espy in Dothan
The first 1928 bale of cotton was ginned at the Louie Pilcher gin in Dothan yesterday afternoon. It was grown by S J Espy and weighed 485 pounds with midling staple. No premium was paid. Ginners expect steady cotton flow next week as rains delay early activity. The season late due to April storms. last year’s first bale was August 1 on the Spamn Brothers farm.
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Dothan
Louie Pilcher
S.J. Espy
Hartford
Alabama
Pilcher
Hang
Spamn Brothers
Wilburn Lane Injured in East Main Street Bicycle Crash
A 12 year old Eagle Scout, Wilburn Lane, was knocked from his bicycle and his leg broken at 12 30 today on East Main street when struck by a truck driven by J G Lunsford of Gordon. The accident occurred near the Gordon area.
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Wilburn Lane
Eagle Carrier
J. G. Lunsford
Gordon
East Main Street
City Council Sets Regular Meeting Monday Night
Regular meeting of the city council will be held at city hall Monday night. Routine business includes hearing protests and related routine items to be attended to.
Dresden brawling fan nabbed amid love triangle melee
Otto Kaempfner, a blond giant, was arrested after cheering three women in a rough fight to see who would become his sweetheart, ending in a chaotic scene.
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Dresden
Otto Kaempfner
Federal Judge Chides Dry Law Violations as Poor Sportsmanship
In Brooklyn Judge William H. Atwell praised ten violators who admitted guilt under the national prohibition law. He lectured on respect for law enforcement and handed out jail terms from thirteen to fifteen days for illegal liquor charges while fining others for possession. Names include Charlie Dimin, Thomas Doyle, Ralph Techna, John Baynes, Charles Chong, and John Wilson with addresses in Brooklyn.
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New York
William H. Atwell
Texas
Brooklyn
Charlie Dimin
Fiftyenth Street
Thomas Doyle
Hicks Syeet Brooklyn
Ralph Techna
Wavy Street
John Baynes
St. Marks Place
Broklyn
Charles Chong
Alabama Avenue
John Wilson
Veterans Bureau chief for Smith drive proposed by Ras kob
General Allen is urged by John J. Ras Kob to head the Veterans Bureau of the Democratic National Committee and unit the veteran army cohort behind Governor Smith. Allen, undecided, would oversee veteran outreach on Smith’s record and loyalty as the party seeks to mobilize veterans for the campaign. Andrew J. Peters is named to lead the Smith Robinson League’s First Voters division at Democratic HQ in New York.
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New York
Aus
Gee Henry I. Allen
Comeeed Iy Gt Ceperal
American Army of Occupation
Germany
John J. Raskob
Democratic National Committee
Smith
Allen
Veterans’ Bureau
Raskob
Pont
Veteras
Allien
Peters
First Voters
Democratic
Andrew J. Peters
Toron Ated
Treasury
Smith-H Robinson League of First Vaters
Democratic National
General Motors
Broadway
Storm Toll Soars With Fifteen Dead And One Hundred Fifty Hurt
Paris dispatch reports a devastating coastal storm causing fifteen fatalities and about 150 injuries. The blast damaged property along Alberia coast, with waves and debris hindering rescue and repair efforts. Authorities rush to aid victims as utility lines and roads remain blocked, complicating relief work.
Skipperville Man Accepted for Infantry Service
A Skipperville resident has been accepted for service in an infantry regiment. The recruit, identified as Jne PL Sinesren of Sener Ain, was arrested by military authorities and sent to Fort Benning, Georgia, for training and assignment.
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Infantry Regiment
Jne PL
Sinesren
Sener
Ain
Wat
Har Berg
Ft. Henning
Weather alert for Alabama thunderstorms tonight and Sunday
ALEX weather bulletin reports lingering thunder showers across Alabama tonight and Sunday. General to moderate southwest winds accompany the unsettled conditions as residents prepare for possible rainfall and brief gusts.
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Alabama
Negro Hunter Firing At Chicken Thief Near Autrey Farm
An African American man near Gurky village attempts to steal chickens within fifty feet of Aneste Autrey who holds a shotgun. Autrey fires as the thief retreats into darkness. the man is not found after fleeing, with a shell fragment and soot on a bed near the weapon.
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Gurky
Mrr. Autrey
Mr. Autrey
Ofopam
Storms Cause Half Million Damage Across Georgia
In Georgia storms caused extensive damage with losses reaching about half a million dollars. The figures reflect widespread impact across multiple counties as officials assess the destruction and begin relief planning. Local reports indicate damaged homes, infrastructure, and property, with emergency crews responding to affected areas.
Curtis Speech Draws Crowds in Topeka
Crowds gathered in Topeka for a Curtis speech with local attendees awaiting remarks. The event drew onlookers from the community and officials to hear the speaker address topics of interest to residents.
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Topeka
Curtis
State Debt Surges Across 48 States Doubling Per Capita Load
A Bank of America survey shows the 48 states hold nearly two billion dollars in gross bonded debt, rising 30 percent in Alabama alone to 344.707 million and averaging 17.80 per resident. Highway and bridge construction dominates new borrowing, with roads debt at 37.50 per person. waterways, agriculture, and military funding follow, while Nebraska Kentucky and Wisconsin also carry high totals.
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Alabama
Pantteen
Union
Bank of America New New York
United States
Tank of America
North Carolina
Vibes
Maseneagnetts
Nebraska
Kentucky
Wis Weine
South Prakota
Oregon
North Dakota
BMG
Bank of America
Pacific States
Washington
Central Groty
Louisiana
Theovantze
Special Music At Lafayette Street Church Services
Special music will be heard at both services at Lafayette Street Church. Organ and choir arrangements feature choir members and soloists from local groups. Mrs. Freemont is listed as choir director. the program includes pieces by Krapp and Tangle.
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Lafayette Street
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United States District Attorney
Yeterday
ESPY
Gordon Man
Gen. Allen
Boston
Division of “First Voters
Nts
Claverner Smith
Amer
Ins
Algeria
Paris
Parisien
Alberia
Leviathan
Cits
Glendale
Saco Cilif
PB. Shite
Georgia
Philadelphia
Philade Hiradelphia, Aart
Bias Teraety
K. Sars
Florida
Wisconsin
Christ
M. Hy Lindsey
Krapp
Wilsen
Chetzitter
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