Recessed case in Alabama legislature to resume Friday
The Montgomery legislature adjourns the grand jury last night after hearing witnesses including names from whom charges derived. The committee chairmen Edmundson and Barber faced questions as grand jurors consider bribery and bill alteration allegations tied to a Jefferson County tax measure and a Kansas machine fee plan.
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Ier
Montgomery Peter
de Xaos
Leginlade
Hoe
Temple Selbels
Ita
Harl Speight
Senate
Amal Barhar
Jefferson County
Bed Hoon
Fee Lee
Edmundson
Birmingham
Three Hurt When Fishing Boat Explodes at Bayou Labatre Wharf
At Bayou Labatre a fishing craft exploded at the wharf injuring three men, Beaman and Garrett of Bayou Labatre and H. J. White, who were rushed for treatment. James Seaman, aboard the Haft, escaped injury by jumping overboard with three others as gasoline in the bilge ignited from an engine backfire.
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Mobile
Bayou Labatre
Davort Beaman
Harry Garrett
H. J. White
James Seaman
New $5,500 House To Be Built Here
A building permit for a residence costing $5,000 was issued today at the city hall to T. Angus MacEvans. The house will be built on South Oates Street.
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T. Angus MacEvans
Canning Campaign Aims to Aid Needy in Houston County
In Atlanta on August 18 the nation weighs three cotton market ideas amid a surging surplus. Governor Bilbo proposed sterilization of the cotton industry, while others criticized it. In Dothan, a community drive by the American Legion and local clubs mobilizes fruit, vegetables, jars, and clothing for the needy, with Negro volunteers coordinating efforts at the Negro Baptist church and headquarters at 119 South Foster.
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Huey P. Long
Louisiana
Blackwood
South Carolina
Miller
Alabama
BilSo
Mississippi
Horton
Tennessee
Bilbo
Houston County
SH. Wright
Dothan Legion Auxiliary
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Legion Auxiliary
J. A. Keyton
Dothan Legion
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Audiary
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American Legion
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Ammunition and guns seized in Harlan raids
In raids on striking miners in Harlan County, deputies arrested six men on firearms charges. About two thousand rounds of ammunition, a dozen rifles and several pistols were seized, along with radical literature. Those arrested include Floley Powers Harley Mealder J L Vanhooser William Gibbs and two African American men. The raids aimed to prevent disturbances during forthcoming coal field trials.
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Harlan, Ky
Harlan’ County
Floley Powers
Harley Mealder
J. L. Vanhooser
William Gibbs
Civil Service Exam Set for Dothan Tomorrow
Two classes will take the clerical examination at the high school building in Dothan tomorrow. Morning and afternoon sessions are planned due to the large number of candidates. Secretary J. H. Beil said this is the largest civil service examination ever held in Dothan.
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Board of Civil Service Examiners
Moring
Ats Belt Etd
High Achual
Dothan
Beil
Decisive Skirmish Near Prospect Stirs Havana War News
In Santa Clara province a decisive clash appeared imminent as President Machado delayed returning to Havana. Interior reports indicate about 2000 insurgents, two thirds armed, concentrated near Trinidet, signaling a major action between rebel forces and the federal troops today.
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Santa, Clara
Machado
Trinidet
Three New Chapters of A. L. Formed in Alabama Cities
In Birmingham August 23 AP W D Robertson head of the organization committee of the American Institute of Banking announced the formation of three new Alabama chapters with indications several others will follow The new chapters are located at Drestur Athens and Tuscaloona with Morgan and Limestone county chapters designated to study bank organization and operation LeRoy McIntyre Decatur will serve as secretary A M Williams Athens is president of the commercial law group Williams Decatur is secretary Frank Daniel named president of the Tuscaloosa chapter John Baker secretary The program calls for seven chapters in Birmingham The Institute was formed to instruct young bankers in banking methods and policies and related areas
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W. D. Robertson
Decatur
A. M. Williams
Athena
Commercial Law Group
T. EM
Williams
Frank Daniel
Tuscaloosa
John Baker
Farmers Seek Federal Loan Moratorium in Houston County
Houston county farmers plan a Saturday courthouse meeting at 2 30 p m to seek a three year moratorium on 2 000 000 dollars owed to the Federal Land Bank. County agent J H Witherington says about 62 percent of land is under mortg ages and 1 000 families may need feed through Christmas due to drought. Congressman H B Steagall will attend and relief is sought to keep farms and homes alive.
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Houston County
Federal Land Bank
J. H. Witherington
Witherington
H. B. Steagall
Heuaton
Congress
County names new road supervisor in Houston County
Co. and McEatcher of Cowarte named road supervisor after revenue board vote. Post created by recent state bill, salary 1500 dollars yearly. Requires experienced road builder with civil engineering experience. Thirteen men applied, probate judge H. K Martin said.
Radio Station WAPI Future Decided by Group Heads
In Birmingham on August 18 a representative panel led by Governor Miller, along with university presidents and trustees, was formed to decide the fate of state owned radio station WAPI. The station originated at Auburn and moved to Birmingham in 1928 with support from the state and city, but Birmingham later withdrew from the arrangement.
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API
Muncle Shoals Commission
WAPI
Victor Henan
Auburn
Alabama Power Company
WBY
WMAV
Amalier
Ialent
Cty
Alabama
Plowing Third of U S Farm Board Favored to Boost Cotton
Maryland farmer Thomsey near Dothan argues against plowing under one third of the cotton crop to raise prices and side with broader Farm Board ideas. He doubts enforcement and questions government yield estimates, predicting a likely winter of low prices despite large crops.
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U 8 Farm Board
MD. L. Thomsey
Tealding
Dothan
Mr. Thomsey
Thomley
Thom
Gardens in Alabama to Work Overtime for Vegetables
Alabama gardens will not vacation this summer and will work overtime through fall and winter to grow produce for home consumption and markets. Home demonstration agents under Julian Brown at Auburn guide August plantings including cabbage kale collards turnips spinach mustard lettuce beets carrots onions. For cold snaps, store beets carrots and turnips. dig and store before frost.
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Alabama
Auburn
Ala
Times
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Julian Brown
Director Brown
Graduation Exercises At State University On Friday
At the University of Alabama in Birmingham hall, 186 students are set to receive degrees Friday including 154 baccalaureate and 38 advanced degrees. Dr Stuart Graves will deliver the commencement address, Rev C K Lamb will offer the invocation, and President George Denny will confer degrees. A musical program accompanies the ceremony. Class officers include Foster Cook as president, David Waite as vice president, and Marthe V White as secretary treasurer. Final exams follow on Thursday and Friday for the 186 graduates and other attendees.
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University of Alabama School of Medicine
Hey. C. K. Lamb
George Ho Denny
Foster Cook
Fairfield
David Waite
Seale
Marthe V. White
Birmingham
District of Columbia
Salvation Army Here Seeks $200 For Relief Program
The Salvation Army local corps appeals for at least $200 to cover a heavy year of demands and unpaid pledges. Captain Tidman notes a depleted treasury and risk to ongoing programs. An earlier drive raised $3060, but further funds are requested via mail or phone calls.
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Strong Flying Pest Adds to Truck Growers Worries
Montgomery August 18 AP reports a hardy flying vegetable weevil threatens truck growers. First found in Stone County Missouri around 1922, it spread to Alabama Florida and Louisiana. Control efforts face difficulty as the pest feeds on lettuce and other crops, complicating farm management.
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Alatea
Department of Agriculture
Stone County
Mina
Marina
Housewives Pickling More Vegetables and Fruit Than Formerly
Auburn Alabama August 18 AP pickling of fruit and vegetables in Alabama is larger this year as wives prepare store produce claiming crisp tender results. Auburn extension specialist Kennedy notes strong interest in preservation methods amid rising home canning activity. A blimp hangar plan at Lakehurst draws attention as Akron's arrival influences airship movements and facility use.
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Lakehurst
Auburn
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Council Votes to Hire Electrical Dept Manager
City Council, five to four, authorized Mayor Ezell and City Auditor Vaughn to pick one of 15 applicants to manage the electrical supplies department for a 60 day trial. Five favored the plan, four opposed, with several councilmen urging immediate action on reforms and stock liquidation. Health officer Dr Granger reported high house ownership with improvements. meat disposal, new dairies, and an ordinance on bids and stock sales were discussed.
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Counciley Hall
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Exel
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Elventeen
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New York
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Lewis
Vaughn
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