Kidnap threat heard in Todd death inquiry
A kidnap threat against head waiter Alex Hounte was reported after a party at the Hollywood club for actress Thelma Todd. Police said Hounte supplied details of two men shouting threats and a postcard fragment warning to withhold testimony. The probe widens as evidence and a possible motive are explored.
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Angeles
Hollywood
Thelme Todd
Mary
Alex Hounle
Hounte
Trocadoro
Misa
Todd Wan
Bering Steed
Stenley Luplao
Homte
Grand Jury
Fospad & Gubpoene
Miss Todd
Paaquals
di Gicco
Stote
Todd
di Cieco
Jett Hee
New York
Aportamaen
Christmas Gift to Houston Teachers Boosts Salaries
Houston teachers received two months of salary as a Christmas gift via checks totaling $99,987.60. Of this, $27,039.25 funded county teachers and bus drivers while $8,000 went to the City of Dothan as its share of the state allotment. The district suspended classes at noon Friday and planned to reopen two weeks later. Superintendent Baxter borrowed funds to supplement state funds.
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Houston
VSASS
City of Dothan
Solomon Baxter
Student dies after road crash near Gaffney Alabama
A student from Rosehill Park and an Aubor student suffered fatal injuries when their car collided with a truck three miles south of Gaffney. The Alabama Polytechnic Institute recruit died today from internal injuries and a crushed arm after the Christman holiday trip.
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Halidaze
Gaffney
Dac
APY
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Rosehill Park
Atudent
Alabama
Polpachnic
Institute
Perry Boswell, Jr
Mt. Rain
Aubor
Force
Boswell
Here
Milne Kidnap Hideout Found Sparks Break Hope
Federal agents comb a Wrightstown farmhouse ten miles from Doylestown described as the Milne kidnapers hideout. Caleb Milne Jr of Philadelphia said four men lured him from a New York apartment last Saturday. Milne was found drugged and bound after a ransom demand was made. Government operatives pressed the hunt as details from Milne’s grandfather emerged.
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Dewocrated Press
Doylestown
Federat
Milne
Acar
Wrightstown
Caleb J. Milne
New York
Department of Justice
Athout
Calep 4
Milne, Jr
First Three Way Route Completed on Houston County Road
The state highway department announced top asphalt layers were applied on Webb Columbia road Friday. Engineer Mullins shifted crew to Cattaawood road, finishing touches left on Columbia road. Final asphalt to be applied next spring due to weather. Columbia street paving finished Thursday.
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Houston County
State Highway Department
Webb Columbia Road
Mullins
Cattaawoad
Columbia Road
Columbia Street
Exiled Czarina Returns to Southland After Banished Stint
Caroline, long at the helm of Dothan's Negro liquor racket, quietly returns to Pleasant View in frail health. She had pleaded guilty in 1932 to prohibition violations, with nine months suspended. later, probation terms led to jail time, and she was released in 1838 on condition of leaving the state. Her reentry follows a career defined by conflict with federal agents and a marriage to Elbert Colvin in New Jersey.
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Carvligg White
Dothan
Wedaya
Mqnor
Caroline
Nemlats
Feders
CB. Kennamer
Houston County
Keenever
Carolina
New Jersey
Extra
Elbert. Colvin
Houtenanta
Wynor Ring
Plan to split NRA may move to federal agencies
Washington December 20 The administration plans transferring the expiring NRA to two or three government departments to divide its functions. President Roosevelt said at a press conference that the exact mechanics were not settled and that the plan would apply only to NRA’s remaining life. He signaled that Commerce and possibly other agencies could be involved but provided no firm details.
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Washington
API
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Plone
WRA
Roomwell
Hin
NRA
George Berry
Berry
Iited
Commerce Department
Geys
Federal Trade Com Salasion
Ope
Secret sources report suppression in Hauptmann case
New York December 20 AP The Daily News says suppressed evidence benefiting Bruno Richard Hauptmann, convicted of the Lindbergh baby murder, will be offered in New Jersey court of per secies when Hauptmann appeals. Governor Harold G. Hoffman plans to call witnesses who testified at the trial.
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New York
The
Daily News
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Col
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New Jersey Court of Percies
Hauptmann
Harold G. Moftman
New Jersey
Death of Will Rogers and Wiley Post Sparks Nationwide Shock
By J. M. Kendrick News Editor the death of Will Rogers and Wiley Post in a plane crash near Barrow Alaska is described as the year’s most dramatic event. Rogers the humorist actor and columnist and Paul the globe circling aviator were world famous. The piece calls it the greatest spontaneous story of the year and notes its huge reader appeal reflected in national circulation figures. Continued on back page.
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J. M. Kendrick
Associated Press
Wil Rogers
Wiley Fost
Alaska
Bruio
Richard Hauptmann
New York
Will Rogers
Wiley Post
Point Barrow
Alaske
Rogers
Cole
Amatst
Paul
Thia
Beck
TVA navigation aid major point made by defense
The final government arguments before the Supreme Court centered on whether the TVA's primary purpose was to aid navigation. Defense contends that if the main goal were to develop and sell power, the act would be invalid, with Solicitor General Brunley Reed presenting the case and former Solicitor General James M. Heck delivering the final thrust.
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Ames W. Douthat
Washington
TVA
Iberafs
Brunley Reed
Inn
James Mr. Heck
Supreme Court Orders Immediate Hearing in Tampa Flogging Case
The Florida Supreme Court ordered Circuit Judge Herry N. Sandler of Tampa to conduct an immediate hearing for six policemen charged with the flogging murder of Joseph Bhoomaker. The court acted to determine if proof is evident and presumption great and, if not, to set bail. The six officers Bergeant C. A. Brown, Patrolman John Bridges, Ban Croaby, F. W. Switzer, Special Officers H. J. Chappell, and C. W. Carlisle are held without bond against Sheriff J. R. Mcleod and Judge Sandler.
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Tampa
Hall
Tallahassee
Fla
Supreme Court
Herry N. Sandler
Joseph Bhoomaker
High Court
Oix
Sandhead
J. Rex Fartier
Two Gypsy Women Suspected in Cash Theft at Express Office
Police in Southeast Alabama investigated a report of $162 stolen from an Express office cash drawer by two women described as Gypsy. Manager J. W. DeLoney said the money was taken while he briefly turned away to attend to customers, and the women were detained downtown for questioning but released after he could not positively identify them.
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Dixie
Alabama
J. W. DeLoney
DeLoney
Borah Seeks Liberal GOP Platform for 1936 Nomination
Idaho senator Borah formally outlined his 1936 objective to back a liberal Republican platform. He pledged to cooperate with progressive groups shaping the convention and aimed to influence delegates to back his candidacy. He emphasized uniting liberal forces to drive a campaign aligned with his views.
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Washington
Borah
Idaho
Campalen
Toy Ball Night Promises Charity and Entertainment
An added attraction for the Veterans of Forelim Wars toy ball at Elkw hall includes dancing by Retty Toe Shmagett and her father Tom Shadgett with Mrs Bhadgett. Admission is about a nickel plus a clothing donation. funds support underprivileged youth with toys and essentials.
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Elkw Hall
Retty Toe Shmagett
Tom Shadgett
Mra Bhadgett
Plano
Pall Farmers
Rhythra
Alabama Project Starts in Huntsville Sherip Launches Plan
A state project in Alabama initiates land utilization efforts near Greensboro as officials aim to establish a true camp, enroll support from local groups, and mobilize government for the venture. Receipts total 92 149.42 with expenditures 14 097 017 balance 32 212 149 07L 83. Customs receipts for the month amount to 18 927 006.10.
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HST
Alabama
Heraculement Sherip
Montgomery
Dee
Grensboro
Meliheash
Aarde
Shaun Hen
Thees
Von
500 Most Deserving Convicts Home On Faith Born Parole
A damaged OCR fragment reports on convicts and parole actions tied to a governor led trek ending with parole events. Mentions Bibb Hood Graven and Kilby prison with references to a later continuation on the back page.
Isenator felled by car may die in Washington
A deranged accident near Berwyn Heights, Maryland left Senator D. Schalt of Minnesota gravely injured, with skull and brain trauma after an automobile struck him as he walked along the street. Police charged the driver with reckless driving. he was released on own recognizance. A separate report from Geneva notes a monument to a World War I soldier was damaged by an ax blast at the League of Nations building.
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Minnicaoth
Casualty Hoapital
Washington
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Fide
Coltoys Cy
Dick Seiall
Neine Behar
Willem Laughlin
Berkeen
Hatin
Salda Pakny
Automobile
Polla
Usb
Nurmphries
Lyntisville
Geneva
League of Nations
Palice
WPA Yule Checks To Run $25,000
payroll deadline looms as the Works Progress Administration plans about 2500 Christmas checks totaling 25000 dollars. Brydon Arann rated Irene Montgomery Dre 20 and authorities say the Chicago area division of the federal agency will distribute checks for workers through the Quincy department. The cutoff for payrolls to reach the relevant office is Monday at noon, with the Christmas period and criteria to be applied before the next page.
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Irene Montgomiery
Ari
Row
Chicona
Holt
Tequincy Department
Wil Cheeke
Chriatmon
Treaming
Leurnor
Cliteria
Steadfast Faith In Santa Brings Shower Of Gifts
A Christmas event at Santa Claire public welfare department distributes toys and fruits to under 12 children at Young Junior High School. Volunteers prepared gifts including toys, balls, and trinkets via youth leaders, with funds and fruit donated by the community. Children arrive in Sunday best, many excited by the generous gifts and joyous holiday display.
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Department of Public Welfare
Pridky
Santa Claie
Youngatera
Mie OG
Domeine
Britain Fears Sudden Italian Attack Threat
Britain abandons the Franco British peace plan as Italy moves toward aggression. London reports high level talks to secure ironclad guarantees from Mediterranean powers, with France and Turkey named among those possibly involved. Italy’s stance prompts emergency diplomacy and possible embargo talk, while Prime Minister Baldwin and Laval weigh resignations amid crisis.
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Haly
Ethiopia
London
League of Nations
Italy
Belotte
Ben Powers
Turkey
Franco
George
Dracume
Baldwin
Howe
Laval
Ban Runvor Br
Lav
Het Tha Teau
Great Britain
France
Uon
Rome
Britain
Fascia Gras Council
Syrup Accident Injures Farmer Near Rehobeth
Tom Hardy, farmer from Rehobeth, was struck by an automobile on the Ab hamu Florida highway near Belveth, sustaining injuries to his right hand. His wagon was nearly destroyed and syrup containers spilled. Witness Monox Harper investigated, driver Ha ner reportedly arrested near Dothan. Residents said the car did not stop and continued toward Dothan.
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Tom Hardy
Rebbeth
Hautin Wevetat Kallona
Molaauen
Robinson
Cam
Heliton
Hece
Dothan
Haner
Rehoboth
Changes Voted at Four Houston Boxes Amid Broad Opposition
Report from Houston shows amendments to the state constitution rejected by voters at four polling stations. Despite some registered ballots, late returns favored the no side in many precincts. Totals indicate a mix of yes and no across boxes with several stations recording substantial no votes.
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Houston
Houston County
American nominates Geneva judge for world court seat
The American nominating group designated Munley of the Harve University law school to succeed Frank B. Mellorg as a judge on the world court of justice. The election will be held during the League of Nations assembly.
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Geneva
API
Weather notes for Alabama and Florida regions
Alabama weather fair but colder with temperatures around 18 to 20 north and 20 in the south. Frost possible along the coast Friday night, with a rise in temperatures by Saturday. Northwest Florida stays fair and slightly cooler with heavy frost along the coast and temperatures from 24 to 32. Brisk conditions expected late Saturday night.
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Alabama
Florida
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