13 Dec 1928
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1928
Page
1
Sheriff Lewis of Jackson County earns praise for cooperating with Deputy Rollins to capture bootleggers and other law violators. The piece notes his use of informants, fearlessness, and strong effort in cases like the Mariannt ambush, while highlighting community interest in local charities and business indicators in Dothan.
In Dubendorf Switzerland Captain Luzi Reettsch set a new Swiss altitude record reaching 38000 feet surpassing the old 23250 feet mark by Lieutenant Carter at Thorne on April 23 1925. Swiss aviation press notes rapid development with Basle Zurich and other hubs fueling European airline growth.
Lithuanian golfers Kipras Jetrauskas and Mirion win grand prize titles in a close competition in a foreign course. Both champions deliver strong performances indicating continued strength of their home country in golf.
Byrd Kelly of Kellys Springs six miles north of Dothan unveils an enlargement plan funded by more than 15000 dollars. Improvements include a new 40 foot gravel road, a loop highway around the springs, a larger pool, a fish pond, and an enlarged canal with landscaped grounds. Acreage bought from Dr. Vickers of Abbeville, negotiated by Hugh Smith of Dothan, seller recalling high past values.
A. G. Christie of Johns Hopkins reported at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers meeting that storing plain hot water under pressure can yield steam for extended periods, providing power during peak load emergencies for city plants.
Geneva reports 24 governments have extended control to encodal and dico dide under Hague and Geneva conventions and 12 nations ban free sale of benzoyl morphine as narcotics declared dangerous habit forming.
In a city auditorium contest between J L Vaughan and Saxon Poyner the waffle cookoff ended in a draw with a slight edge to Poyner. Vaughn conceded victory to Poyner after the event tied up despite Vaughn's early sticking to the iron during the rhythm of the cooking display.
In Carbondale on December 13, J. C. Hundley a wealthy pioneer and former mayor and his wife were shot to death in their residence. Police suspect revenge for a killing nearly four decades ago related to Hundley’s past involvement with a music teacher who allegedly trysted with his first wife.
Washington December 18 Influenza board led by Surgeon General Cummings issued a telegram to Pacific coast doctors seeking data on the disease’s critical aspect. Official totals show 41063 cases nationwide with Tennessee adding 248 new cases. The deal believes actual cases exceed reported figures by about four to one.
Hollywood reports Pi Xylotri hydroxyglutaric acid a safe peanut derived additive for panchromatic film used with incandescent lighting. John Nickelaus of Metro Goldwyn Mayer labs notes the chemical, non toxic and capable of intensifying a long feature by two ounces per batch.
In city court Mayor Ezell and recorder judge confront a blood stained scene after a disturbance at a Cherry Street house. Two drunken men are jailed, a woman provides a confession, but officials refuse to release details.
Salvation Army Captain Dyson appeals for $200 to cover gifts for 200 needy children and 25 families in Dothan Augusta schools close for Christmas due to influenza epidemic. About $40 in the kettle, $160 more needed for the fund plus baskets and dinners. Contributions can be sent to the Salvation Army Home or dropped at the kettle on Main and Foster.
Strasbourg reports Fathers Haegy and Didio named as autonomist candidates to Parliament in the recovered Alsace provinces. They replace Doctor Ricklin and M Hose, who faced a decree of forfeiture by the French chamber for autonomist ideas and actions.
Department store executives in New York report Christmas shopping starts early this year, ahead of the usual week after Thanksgiving. Toys show stronger demand than last year as shoppers anticipate holiday gifting and seek popular, early-season items.
Sweden spent 29,213,506 across 103 cities on admission fees to theaters and cinemas last year, with the greater share directed to cinema houses.
The forecast calls for rain tonight across Alabama with a chance of rain Friday morning. Winds vary tonight and shift to moderate west by Friday as temperatures drop, especially in western areas.
In Jackson County Florida deputies investigate after thieves failed to pry into the St. L Exam store near Malone last night. They stripped a car under a shed for four tires and tools before fleeing. Sheriff Lewis reports the case active while he is in Dothan.
In Buenos Aires two men accused of plotting against President-elect Hoover were held by police. One thousand six hundred police and detachments of military and naval forces were organized to protect the Hoover party expected to arrive that evening. The station will be cleared to officials only and crowds kept at a distance until departure.
Prophetstown faces a city building dilemma as a sewer pipe lies through the eye socket of a prehistoric mammal, threatening contract terms. Augustana College's Prof. F M Fryxtell identified the bones from fragments, while Mayor George Brydia approves removing the bones but won’t assume pipe damage liability.
Two large hangars are under construction at Mills Field in San Francisco to handle the rising volume of air traffic at the airport.
London December 13 reports say King George II is making progress toward recovery after two operations yesterday. Despite the positive result, Buckingham Palace officials note continued anxiety and considerable weakness in the morning bulletin as doctors monitor the king’s condition.
New York December report to the American Society of Mechanical Engineers states thinner cuts could save sawdust waste exceeding 60 million dollars. Efficient standardization of saws may cut waste in board manufacture by about 33 million annually with a possible 4 million more in power savings, totaling near 87 million in avoidable waste.
Maria Jerkova, living in Czechoslovakia, is reported to have died at age 119 after decades in the fields. She attributed longevity to cheerfulness, occasional strong drink, and quality beverages, saying alcohol in moderation is not harmful.
Jae Cnissima walle thin semon won an acreace of almost 20 per cent over last year, as postmaster Dawsey notes rising public activity. He praises cooperation in mail handling and predicts the heaviest Christmas mail in the history of the Post Office department with 500000 employees coordinating efforts to prevent delays. Merchants report notably stronger trade than the prior year.
Henry County police scoured for two Negro suspects in the murder of Miss Atlee Mouring 28 daughter of a prominent farmer. Two men Joe Williams and Wesley Jordan already jailed deny knowledge and say they heard no screams. A white man is also reported held in nearby Fort Gaines as the search continues.
J S Taylor driver of the second car asserts he and his brother and Eugene Pate were injured and assisted to town after the Sunday night wreck that seriously hurt Mrs Housten Shinholster of Gordon. He claims Shinholster drove from a side road and collided after he hid near a barn. The injured party was thrown from the car when it struck. The other car’s driver returned for the victims.
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