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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1932
Page
4
A six story Santa Fe grain elevator on Chicago's south side burned, destroying more than 1,250,000 bushels of wheat. Two people were reported dead and others injured as 35 fire apparatus and two tug boats battled the blaze along the Chicago River. Special alarms summoned vast firefighting resources. the structure was largely full of wheat when the flames overtook it.
The Central Relief committee and Employment agency urge needy residents to call No 37 to obtain low price wood. About 50 unemployed men received short term relief through woodcutting projects. Wood is sold at 28 cents per cord delivered, stove wood 1.26 to 1.50 per cord depending on length. longer fuel lengths available. The program funds go back to the general relief fund to sustain ongoing aid.
Menomonie Wis AP Domestic science students at Stout Institute gain practical experience in home management by remodeling an old residence into a modern home. Seniors complete three years of classroom work with a six weeks residence to apply management and homemaking theory. Faculty hosts informal dinners as the coeds strive to be gracious hostesses and capable food cooks and housekeepers.
The U S court will convene in Dothan on January 24 for a two week session. Walter states the schedule includes trial of cases to be tried this period. Included are bank loan cases and indictments from a Montgomery grand jury, with U S deputy marshal J Wei Daughtry overseeing proceedings.
The Alabama theater will host a free 9:45 AM Monday matinée for underprivileged children 14 and younger from Dothan and nearby. The feature is The Renegade of the Year with Tom Keene, plus a comedy and regular show portions. A large audience is anticipated.
New York AP reports the cotton textile industry shows an employment index 25 percent above last summer's low and slightly higher than a year ago. For four months ending December 4, 1932 domestic consumption rose 7 percent vs 1931 and 19 percent vs 1930, while mill stocks of medium and fine goods are 27 percent below a year ago and 80 percent below peak. Industry leaders cite inventory preservation as key to a potential 1933 upturn amid renewed demand at lower prices.
In Santiago and provinces authorities fight worsening food shortages before new crops mature. Bread scarce, white bread unlikely soon, and coarse flour dominates. Government boosts acreage, expects grains to rise but yields remain uncertain while prices surge and authorities clamp down on profiteering with expropriation power.
AP reports Italy's modernist school wins approval from Turin city council to build a 15 story skyscraper in the city center. Genoa and Brescia have also consented to similar towers, with plans for other cities, and ongoing construction on a 12 story structure in Breccia.
Conn Reagin and Miller county farmer Mitchell face car theft and robbery charges after police identified them as suspects in the Colquitt farm heist. The trio reportedly bound the younger Reagin and forced the elder to fetch $12,000 in cash, then escaped in a coupe. The stolen vehicle was traced to Albany, where they were seized by Sheriff Tarver.
Chicago AP reports a cautious grain market with hopes of new agricultural policy. Board of Trade officials and traders seek fair profits above costs, foreseeing better prices if sound legislation passes. Wheat and corn prices hit historic lows in 1932 and 1933, with rye also plummeting, signaling an uncertain 1933 grain outlook amid economic turmoil.
St Louis AP reports the ancient cooperage sector plans revival through a monthly trade dispute, a major convention, and a new campaign to restore the prominence once held by barrel makers. The recent convention in St Louis launched a “Boy in bulk” committee.
New York AP notes 1932 food industry strength with employment gains and price declines. In Dothan banks and offices will close Monday for Christmas. post office also closed with no mail delivery. The Eagle will skip Monday edition. A stadium funfest featuring a Dothan versus Troy Teachers football game is planned with various events and charity proceeds.
ADELAIDE AP Two jackeys saved a boy’s life during a rescue at Ardmore where a tide carried him toward danger. A crowd of rescuers spotted the danger, sprang into action and pulled the boy from the water to safety. The evangelist Joss McGuire announced ongoing meetings at the Arsem- Biv of God church in Oklahoma City area.
A local youth, Ruby Travis, joined the 8 BH club and raised turkeys. She kept four hens and started a venture this fall, selling 102 birds and earning a pocketed profit of 295 dollars and 84 cents.
A Wall Street broker from Dothen faces a U S Grand Jury indictment for alleged violations of interstate shipping laws. The case centers on receiving boxes of produce and potatoes from identified firms, with ongoing financial obligations and formal accusations across multiple counts.
A church program promises special music with soprano Seifert and choir performing songs including Star of the East and Sine O Hear vent at Fearer Street Church. The event features Mrs Seifert and the choir under direction of the church.
Harmony Lab officials announce a charity cantata and pageant titled The Light of the World and The Pageant of Nativity to be held Sunday at 5 PM at Foster Street Methodist Church. A free will offering will be taken during offertory by Virginia Hancock and Herbert McClintock. Cast includes Mrs Wiley Deal Mary Georgia Freeman Joseph McKinsey and others with Rev. W R Bickerstaff delivering benediction.
A December report to the House by the Appropriations Committee outlines a significant reduction in the agriculture department budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Highway aid allocations shrink to only 3500.00, with overall appropriations dropping from earlier levels. Several line items, including pest eradication funds, are trimmed, reflecting a broad decrease across the department.
In Etowah County farm women unveiled toy tors and dolls amid community efforts. Home demonstration agent Merigumas announced the movement and provided patterns to participants, supporting craft work and local production.
Seventeen Eagle’s carrier boys from Houston visit the Houston theater and the Sweet Shop. They view Handle With Care featuring Dunn and Boots Maltory with James Doom and ZL Brendel. Refreshments provided. carrier members listed.
Washington Dec 22 AP discussions between President Hoover and President elect Roosevelt on war debt and international problems fail to produce substantial agreement on procedure and a firm likelihood of little action before March 4 toward a settlement. Official sources say it would be unwise to push immediate settlement while Honger Roosevelt correspondence remains in the White House. Secretaries Stimson and Hull conferred with the president after which it was indicated no debt commission will be appointed.
Manta AP report on Manila police third degree methods after Snagler Supreme Court freed Suendo Nishishima, a Japanese man who served one year of a life term for murder. The court ruled the alleged confession was obtained by force. Mayor Earnshaw ordered an official probe and a bill to punish police mistreatment was introduced. Police Chief Pratt denied giving info to reporters.
Chilean authorities order that Saturdays Sundays and Mondays be dry days in Andacollo after labor leaders pushed for a ban on booze amid a booming gold washing area. Officials say unsteady weekend drinking harmed workers and public order in the boom town.
In a Durham report a court clerk administers an oath to a settler as his wife awakens to a burglary. The wife recalls the oath with panic, and the couple contemplates the intruder while the morning raid unfolds. The scene ends with the wife noting the clerk’s perfect oath, observed by Mrs Riley.
Bitter weather gripped central Oregon as a storm swept from northern California to southeastern Alaska. High winds up to 78 miles per hour lashed the Oregon and Washington coasts while driving snow and drifts blocked highways. Two men died in the wreckage and sea damage, with a freighter captain and crew left adrift as rescue attempts commenced.
County officials plan a two fold push to ease unemployment by requesting a R F C loan to fund road work in Hounlomn. Judge H K Martin and county officials will travel to Montgomery to press for a grant or loan under federal rules, with work described as a pick and shovel project to employ residents while safeguarding local funds.
Dr. A. R Frasier a prominent Bowen physician is elected to membership in the Southern Surgical Congress meeting in Florida. He has served 19 years as a member of the American Congress of Surgery and is the sole northeast Alabama physician with a roster limited to about 14 to 0 Southern surgeons. Back from court J. W. Daughtry deputy marshal returns from Montgomery after over ten weeks.
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