Man Accused of Shooting Cousin in Back
Bekter Kirkland, 28, of near Ashford, was jailed on a charge of assault with intent to murder after shooting his cousin Henry Kirkland, 26, who was listed in serious condition with a back wound in Dothan. Authorities say the men had been drinking and quarreling when the incident occurred about three miles southeast of Ashford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bekter Kirkland
Ashford
Henry Kirkland
Dothan
Esker Kirkland
Taree
Officera
Boy, 12, Shot, In Hospital Here
Leon Keyser of Taylor is in Dothen hospital in serious condition from accidental shotgun wounds. The gun fired when the boy left his firearm on a stump to chase grasshoppers during a hunting trip. Doctors may amputate the arm if infection or damage proves severe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon Keyser
Taylor
Dothen Hospital
Tata
Last Tag Warning for Delinquent Motoring Licenses
County license inspector W. W. Reeves warned motorists to obtain licenses or face arrest. He delayed arrests over Christmas holidays but said enforcement would begin next week for those who have driven since October 1 without a license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Reeves
Reeves
Reever
Funeral Held For James Graham Negro Boy Died From Scalding
Funeral services were held yesterday for James Graham a 31 year old Negro who died from severe burns after falling into hot water near Dothan Oil MNI No at N Oates street Wed- Reatley. Workmen from the plant and others aided his rescue after he was plunged in while riding a bicycle near the water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Graham
Dothan Oil Mni
N. Oates Street
Wed- Reatley
Shenl Bere
Garage Apartment To Be Built Here On Categon Street Site
A one story garage apartment with composition construction, costing about 200 dollars, will be built on Categon Street per a building permit issued to Douglas C. Halston. The project unfolds amid local civic activity and preparations for the holiday season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Categon Street
Douglas C. Halston
Alabamians Set for Church Session Program in Nashville
More than 25 Alabamians will take part in the joint session of the General Council of Christian Education and the Educational Association in Nashville on December 29. Leaders from Birmingham and Athens College join presidents from state schools and church groups, with speakers on the liberal arts movement and youth programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery
Ala
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Nashville
Tenn
General Council of Christian Education
Educational Associatian
Guy E. Snavely
Birmingham
Birmingham Southern College
North Alabama Board of Christian Education
Snavely
Church
Associate Council of Young People's Workers
R. L
E. W. Naylor
Athens College
Athens
W. D Agnew
Woman's College of Alabama
EC More
Downing-Shofner Institute For Girls
Brewton
J. 4 Malone. Simpson
I ‘Sol
Mary Smyer
Relligous Education
Alle Moore
J B. Hill
Gadsden
N. Baker
Claude O'Rear
The
Educational Association
General Council
Sunday School Council
Epworth League Leaders Council
Many Couples Obtain Marriage Licenses at Probate Office
Vergil Kenneth King aged 28 and Virginia Lucille Eowards aged 22 of Pinekard obtained a license at the probate judge’s office today. Others listed include Cody Andrews 22 and Bessie D. Horn 30 of Midland City route 1, Oscar F. Jeinkins 27 and Lucy Mae Vaughn 32 of Dothan route 1, Elmer Wilson 21 of Troy and Christine Faunton 18 of Dothan, Franklin Barber 24 of Chipley route 1 and Bessa Wade 31 of Fleadland route 4, C. B. Jobe m 23 of Newton and Livader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vergil Kenneth King
Virginia
Lucille Eowards
Pinekard
Cody Andrews
Bessie D. Horn
Midland City
Oscar F. Jeinkins
Lucy Mae Vaughn
Dothan
Elmer,Wilson
Troy
Christine Faunton
Franklin Barber
Chipley
Bessa Wade
Fleadland
C. B. Jobe m
Newton and Livader
Dothan Eyes Big regional development boom ahead
The area near Dothan plans a land colonization scheme in Washington county and railroad extensions to Port St. Joe. Gulf port dredging and a Geneva levee proposal could boost local trade and employment, with federal river and harbor funds and rail cooperation shaping a major regional growth push.
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Dothan
Washington County
Fix
Gulf Ports
Congress
Geneva
Cammerce
Geneve Levee
Harper
Alabama
Washington
Rivers and Harbors Board
Herper
Gulf
St. Andrews Ebay
Apalachicola River
Chipola River
Chocotawhatehse
Florida
Panama City
Central of
Hich
UF 8 Department of Commerce
HH. Bolton
Bay Line
A. Pl&g
Marianna
Port St. Joe
Clumbus
Interstate Commerce Commission
Plana
H. H. Bolin
Turner
Bolton
Dathan
Fort St. Joe
Hunt Bree
Jack Fog
DuPont
Packad
Border Counties
Man Found Dead in Dothan Jail
Robert L. Powell aged 32 died in Dothan city jail from acute alcoholic poisoning per death certificate. Funeral held at Pilgrim's Rest church Brinson Ga with the Houston Funeral Company in charge. Survived by widow Irvin Powell Colquitt Ga mother Mrs CG Powell of Dothan four brothers and three sisters. Coroner not required. death reported by attending physician.
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Robert L. Powell
Pligtim’s Rest
Brinson
Powell
Arthur Lane
Mre
CG. Powell
Dothan
A. R
Mobile
Arthur
Charlie
Wallace
Dethan
Uy “Morris
J. S. LaRue
AL Griggs
Houston Funeral Companwas
Zack
Pilgrim's Rest
Bringon
Funeral for Mrs Hawkins 79 Held in Dothan Route One
Funeral services were performed yesterday for Mrs Senthy Ann Hawkins 79 of Dothan route one. The Rev Burdeshaw officiated with Fellows and Forrester in charge of arrangements. Mrs Hawkins leaves a daughter and two sons, J. F. Hawkins and J. A. Hawkins, both of Dothan route one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebabeth
Senthy Ann Haxkine
Dothan
Fong
Burdeshaw
Fellows & Forrester
Hhad
Hawkins
J. FL
J A Hawkins
Dnithan
Weather Outlook for Central Gulf State Region
Cloudy and warmer conditions expected across the Central Gulf State area with showers, then rain later in the workweek. Auburn note mentions Polo introduced to ROTC training at Auburn University by Major Gustav Franke, with 23 students in initial sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fast Gulf
Aubten
Aublrn
Reserve Training Corps
Auburn
Gustav Franke
Calhoun County Awards 20000 Furniture Contract
Public notices indicate a $20,000 courthouse furniture contract awarded in Calhoun County. Details on bidding, contractor, and final terms are given in the official notices and related court documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun County
Mass Meet Protests Discontinuing Three County Departments
A mass meeting in Geneva protests plans to discontinue three county departments. Attendees demand preservation of services and urge officials to reconsider the restructuring. Local leaders, educators, and residents emphasized impact on public programs and community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mass
Fifty New Plants Despite Low Mood
A fragmented note describes fifty new plants found in attics and sheds, mentioning pipes, gear, and bottles. The text appears garbled but centers on plant discoveries amid a somber mood and clutter in a residence.
Welfare Department Aids County Needy at Christmas
The Child Welfare Department of Howa ton county remembered over 500 children and 120 families yesterday. Officials distributed baskets of food fruits and toys to the needy. Children visited the welfare office for fruit and gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Child Welfare Department
Howaton County
Foun
Tn County
Aehnolm
Cqunty
Columbia
Toyn
Tord
Pioneer Resident of Geneva Buried
Geneva tribute services were held Thursday for a longtime Pioneer resident who died Wednesday night at home. Attendees included family and neighbors as the community mourned the death of the local figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Geneva de
Ceomerenye
Keith
Sref Owhy
hivdauKar
Arnie Hetert
Vane
William
Fn Wite
Christmas Day Mishaps Fatal to 34 in the South
A blast of Christmas Day tragedies spans multiple states with 34 deaths from car crashes burns drownings and a gunpowder explosion. North Carolina saw a grisly train collision killing nine, while Alabama Florida and Tennessee report multiple automobile fatalities and a home built gunpowder blast claims a life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Atlanta
Der
Christine
North Carolina
Chalotte
Fiotita
Alasbama
Mobile
Mississippi
Toya
Natchez
Dow Safety Council Discusses Childrens Transport Hazards
The Dow Safety Council held a meeting at City Hall focusing on dangers to children around school buses. Attendees noted risks when children step off buses in motion or near approaching traffic and discussed street safety improvements. Members included MD Rack, J L Vaighn, L Re Drigker, W CO Smith, Bo Bares, FH Stewart and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dow Than Safety Council
Dothin
Eeastone MD
J Lb
Vaighn
L. Re Drigker
W. CO Smith
Bo Baresfoot
Stewart
Tb. Mare Tuwe
Two Negroes Protest Falsely Accused in Shooting
Fred Mita and Edgar Andersen, described as Negi youths, declare they were falsely accused in a shooting near James Newton fasta in Dothan. They maintain they were not involved and challenge the charges brought against them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Mita
Edgar Andersen
Tony
James Newton
Dothan
Rites for Brother of Woman Here Held
A local obituary notice describes funeral rites for the brother of a woman from the area. The account lists ages, family relations, and church or funeral details, noting interment and memorial arrangements in the community.
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Clarence C. Chapman
Monarch Dry Cleaners
Veterans Howital
Lake City
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Veterans Hospital
At- Tanta
Tennessean IB
Dover
F. Gorham
Wheets
1S People's Bank and Trust Company
Iesself
Yester—S St
Virginia Penfield
Columbus
Providence
Methodist
RR. Ellison
M. Hughes
West Ensley
Helen B. Bourne
Atheny College
O. K. Lamb
Tuscaloosa
ML. Smith
Paul F. Stone
G. Pope
B. Hobson Clark
Thao
Weather Outlook
Missippi
Glendora
Paul Sehadt
Dan
Moyneil
Kansan
Polle
Sebeldt
Hea
Benny Waa
Ansita
Cairo
ARK
Orlean
Lopiniana
Talishatehite River
Minvanippi
D'Arbonne
Loulalana
Farmerville
Loulatane
Paris
Camere
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Nyte Sane
Welfare Department
Wiil
Corey
Farmer
Council
Valpelle
Gratishore
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