Lea and associates found guilty in bank fraud case
Colonel Luke Lea a Nashville publisher and former United States official was found guilty by a superior court jury of conspiring to defraud Central Bank and Trust of 1 138 000. Lea junior Wallace Davis and Cherlet were found guilty, with Davis facing up to 54 years and fines, while Lea and Lea junior face up to 60 years and fines. The defendants adjourned to conference and awaits additional trials.
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Asheville
N.C
Luke Lea
Nashville
United States Sinister
Ang
Davia
Balloting Today in Mississippi for State Officials
Jackson Mississippi August 25 AP Voters will learn results of the statewide primary as tabulators finish counting ballots in the quadrennial election. Mike Connor and Hugh White, survivors of the August 4 primary, contest the governor’s race and may face a $7,000 deficit in the treasury. Voters also name an attorney general, tax collector and other officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Mike Conner
Hugh White
Connor
White
Treasury
Matthews Denies Indictments As Absurd Charges
Ernest Matthews of Jefferson county denounces nine indictments by Montgomery county grand jury over alleged lobbying at the recent legislature session. He calls the charges absurd, says he was made the goat, and claims he shaped the program for Jefferson county. He asserts taxpayers are saved about 280000 yearly and expects exoneration in open court.
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Birmingham
Ernest Matthews
Jefferson County
Aix
Montgomery County
Grand Ary
Jefferson
Opposition Declared Against MacDonald
London officials report the Independent Labor Party declares relentless opposition to Ramsey MacDonald s new National government policies amid a push for general relief. A special meeting of the party in Parliament is called for Friday to consider resigning leadership and organizing a campaign.
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London
Independent Labor Party
Labor Movement
Ramsey MacDonald
Labor Party
MacDonald
Band Concert Slated On Court House Lawn Tonight
A varied music program will be performed tonight on the court house lawn by the municipal band. The concert will begin at 8 o clock with sections labeled for different pieces.
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Court House Lawn
Ut Tieit Actutory Band
O'Lock
Curb markets in Alabama drive big July sales
The curb market sold 42,124 dollars in July across 38 towns, with 189,181 dollars year to date. Gadsden led with 84,384 dollars for the year, Tuscaloosa second in July and Montgomery top yearly totals. Mobile and other towns posted smaller sums across Alabama's farm direct stalls.
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Birmingham
Alabama
Gadsden
Tuacaloose
Montgomery
Montjgomery
Tuscaloosa
Mobile
Anniston
Dothan
Decatur
Selma
Opo
Utka
Florence
Troy
Talladega
Tuskegee
Auburn
Cinyton
Athens
Dothan Legion Post Plans Year At Meeting
Dothan American Legion post will discuss plans for the year and the Houston county canning campaign for the needy at a meeting. Commander J A Keyton urged all ex servicemen of the county to attend as important matters would be considered. The meeting starts at six o'clock at the poet's clubhouse on South Oates street.
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Houston County
Dothan American Legion
Poet's
South Oates Street
J A Keyton
Emservicemen
O'Elocie
Two Hart In Crash of Plane Improving Near Turbleton
John Chalker and Dick Williams, injured in an airplane crash two weeks ago near Turbleton, are reported doing fine by hospital attendants. The crash also killed Miss Alice Oates of Tumbleton. both Chalker and Williams were seriously injured.
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John Chalker
Dick Williams
Turbleton
Todey- Chalker
Williams
Alice Oates
Tumbleton
Tickets Going Fast For A P I Football Contests At Capital
Montgomery reports strong demand for reserved seats to three Auburn games at Cramton Bowl against Birmingham Southern Tulane and South Carolina. Tickets sold quickly after opening last week and out of town fans are urged to order early to ensure good seats. Mail orders require certified check or money order plus 25 cents for wrapping and mailing costs.
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Montgomery
Specia
Auburn
Birmingham-Southern
Tulane
South Carolina
Commerce Street
Nine Deaths Added to Birmingham Crash Toll
Nine deaths were added to Birmingham's automobile accident toll for the four weeks ending August 8, raising the 52-week total to 78. Seven of the nine occurred within city limits and 54 in Birmingham streets. The 52-week total compares with 72 a year ago.
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Birmingham
United States
Courthouse Offices Temporarily Relocated for Repairs
Several courthouse offices have been moved to alternate locations during ongoing repairs. The clerks of probate and tax collections are merged with the clerk of the circuit court, under E G Colina and Heard Saxon oversight. Three offices should finish this week, as should the building’s exterior work, with ivory ceilings and walls pending official decision.
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Court House
Clicnt
Cprobate
Tax Ssetesor
Goodson
Mr. Goodson Sala
Complete Dry Raids In Dothan District
A Dothan district sweep by dry agents ended with 60 arrests. An agent said four suspects fled to unknown places possibly Florida or Hongkong. Preliminary hearings on liquor charges were completed. some arrestees were granted bond while others remained in jail.
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W Ho
Florida
Hongkong
Cotton Harvest Slows Across Alabama State
Alabama cotton harvest proceeds slowly with no widespread opening of bolls due to uncertain prices and weather. South Alabama shows limited progress while some Central counties have harvested first 1931 bales. Cool spells favor boll weevil control, but damp cold and poor fruiting hinder fields. Local agents note blooms appearing, square shedding rising, and a shift toward canning surplus foods as farms push through August.
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Auburn
Alabama
Alawama
Cottom
Ramfsi
L. N. Duncan
Alabama gridmen will travel less than last year
Alabama's Crimson Tide will travel fewer than 2,000 men for a nine game fall schedule. Home openers are Sept 26 vs Howard College and Sept 29 vs Mississippi. Road trips include Meridian Oct 19 to face Mississippi A & M and Knoxville Oct 26 to play Tennessee, with the season ending at Vanderbilt November 26.
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Alabama
Tuscaloosa
Crimson Tide
Tide
Pacific Coast
Washington State
Pasadena
Howard College
University of Missianippi
Meridian
Bian
Minelasippi A & M
Knorvills
Tennesaer
Tennessee
Wil
Birmingham
Kentucky
Florida
Montgomery
Clemson
Vanderbilt
Nashville
Nev
Research Advised as Farmers Aid Huntsville Aug 25
Farmers urged to boost research and modern methods to lift agriculture. Representative RJ Goode of Wicox County told Tennessee Valley farmers at Bella Mina sub station that farming must invest more time and money in research. He noted agriculture is the largest industry and lamented low spending compared with other sectors. Attendees ranged Madison, Marshall, Tackas on, Limestone and Cullman counties. Also spoke were Senator R H Walker Athens Representative John P Hampton Mer Manville and T J Belue Limestone County farmer.
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Huntsville
RJ. Goode
Wicox County
State Board of Agriculture
Tennessee Valley
Bella Mina
Goode
Madixon
Marshall
Tackaon
Limestone
Cullman Counties
R. H Walker
Athens
John P Hampton
Mer- Manville
T J Belue
Limestone County
Masonic Meeting Tonight At Pythagoras Lodge 659
A stated meeting of Pythagoras Lodge No 659 AF and A M will be held tonight in the EA degree with regular lodge business. Worshipful Master Wootham announced the session starts at 8 o'clock.
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Pythagoras
Has Gone Places but Wants to Go More Reenlists in Navy
F OH Smith of Baker Hill Ala reenlists in the United States Navy after traveling widely. He lists Norfolk Portmouth Philadelphia Brooklyn Washington Newport Boston Charlestpon Cuba Haiti and the Virgin Islands among places he has seen while expressing a wish to serve longer and learn more in Uncle Sam's service.
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Navy
F OH Smith
J J Senith
Baker Hill
Duthan
Sam's Navy
Norfolk
Portamouth
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
New York
Washington
Nestport
BOT
Boston
Maat Charlston
Cuba
Haiti
Berta Rien
Virgin Islands
Hayatl
Philpienee
Owl
Pers
Rey Fin
Contested Senate Quiz Of Activities Sparks Attack Claim
A disjointed report notes that Jenene Cannan faces charges connected to a quiz of activities described as a personal attack. The fragment references Bishop Cannon, Senate tension, and individuals including Pear Cathe and Sievers in a context of alleged wrongdoing and remediation efforts.
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Bishop Cannon
Wasiington
Fany Burkey
Jenene Cannan
Lomdon
Senate
Angatry
Brn Smith
Junior High Pupils To Meet Tomorrow For Classification
Principal Mr Mingle T Hoard of Young Junior High to alert classification of Grade two and grade three students tomorrow at 8 30 am Students will be classified throughout the day until 4 pm Superintendent Co Moselvy announced students will walk to the Junior High School building for the classification.
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Mingle T. Hoard
the Young Junior High Court
Yunle
Co Moselvy
Hinjor High School
Bruce Whitsy
King E M Neese Groceryman Dies in King Emanuel
King Emanuel McNeese a grocer and market proprietor on Boulevard Street died early this morning from a ruptured appendix. Survived by two daughters Mrs Jugnite McKay and Mrs Dina Oxendine, two sisters Mrs Sallie Hall and Mrs Currie Stavecit. Funeral at Lakayette Street Methodist Church with Holyton Funes company in charge. Pallbearers listed.
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Emanuel “McNeese
McNevar
Boul Aller
MerNeeae
Bowby
Trewheadt
McKay
Tatham
Route Five
Millville
Fimont
Padsford McNeone
Navy
Mra
Sallie Hall
Bu- Inula
Mon Currie Stavecit
Toehan
Fea
Milla Pamtar
Lak Iyette Street Methodist Church
Holvton Funes Company
Artin
Morrell
Foy
Dovler
Honernes
Crawth Hendrieke Jive McKay
Pete Oaendine
Woteford
Neviun
Spee
Speight
12 Brothers Answer Roll Call in Outfit Of National Guards
Twelve brothers join the state National Guard, reported from a rural area with mirrored names and details obscured by OCR. The piece notes their readiness to defend, with emphasis on family and local involvement during a period of civic service.
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National Guards
Three Men Hurt After Gen Eva Highway Collision
On the Gen Eva highway near Enterprise three men were injured in a night head on crash. JM Peacock, 20, owner of a local auto firm, was critically injured with multiple fractures. Dave Currie, 15, manager at Enterprise Auto Company, suffered a broken leg and facial injuries. Will Warren, 30, and Will Nichola, 35, also sustained injuries as the two vehicles collided. Authorities report inrushes and unclear details due to darkness.
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Nine
Auf Itera
Will Warren
Enterprixens Auhace Haa
Moan Hevere
Athec
Des Tanten
Woman Slays Two Children and Self in Minnesota Tragedy
A Minnesota woman killed her two children and herself and wounded a partner in a case reported by AP from SCAPOLIS. The chaotic scene unfolded near Ler hare tebay as neighbors heard gunshots and noted attempts to rescue the mate. Authorities say the motive remains unclear while investigators piece together timelines and verify the victim identities.
Police roundups sweep two boroughs in major crime drive
New York authorities launch a wide crackdown with vacations canceled and hundreds of clerical and detective staff mobilized. About 49 arrests reported amid a campaign against crime, gang activity, and bootlegging, with plans for armored motorcycles and expanded patrols. The effort involves federal, state, and local agencies and follows calls for action from officials including Acting Mayor McKee.
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New York
Mudialon Square Garden
Prohibition
Walker
Europa
Atots
County
Munici Pal
Sodiog Ao
Mulrooney
McKee
Tate
Department of Justice
Tolerant Revenue Bureau
Prohibition Bureau
Fhaesory
Poe
Ube
Giotle Lefee
Tanegiadere
Farrar
Deoruid
Angela
Fener
Elaughter
Crooklyn Pomtank
Dullete
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Southard
AID
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