Art Wels Emerges as New Outfielder Idol for Barons
In Birmingham this February AP reports Art Wels burst as the new left field idol for the Barons. Despite Weis's loss, the club boasts a strong defense with Andy Moore Prevost and Abernathy delivering solid fielding and hitting. Joe Burt, former Auburn star, earns chance at an outfield berth after a 329 Cotton States average last season.
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Qirmingham
Art Wels
Baron
Tovierile
Clyde Milan Ps
Weis
Ag Claim As Good A Defensive Gotfield Os
Sonthrs
Andy Moors
Jos Premoet
Woodley -Abernathy
Gil Heve
Abernaty
Pete Susko
Barons
Moore
Prevost
Joe Burt
Auburn
Cotton States
Warden Shares Kitchen Tips From Alabama Jail Menu
Warden F L Erwin of Jefferson county jail feeds about 360 prisoners daily at 15 cents each, with January costs of 1657.49. He oversees purchasing and kitchen operations and lists mid day meals including 75 pounds meal and 175 pounds potatoes, using a modern Aitehen kitchen with a chef and 10 assistants.
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Birmingham
F. L. Erwin
Jefferson County
Aitehen
Alabama Kiwanians back cotton slogan for acreage and staple
Birmingham Feb. 2 AP Alabama Kiwanians adopt the slogan Alabama Needs Cotton Acreage Reduction and Improved Staple. Dr M B Jackson says the slogan reflects business and professional interest in cotton. They aim to promote the 1932 program for cotton improvement and better farming with leaders in agriculture, textiles, and finance.
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Birmingham
Alabama
Aspirin Gargie for Sore Throat or Tonsillitis
A home remedy suggests preparing a harmless gargle by dissolving three to five Bayer Aspirin tablets in one third glass of water and gargling thoroughly. Repeat in two hours, ensuring only Bayer Aspirin with the croes mark is used and beware of substitutes.
Alabama cotton campaign adds 2 million to 1931 crop
Auburn announces a state wide effort to improve cotton staple. The program increases 1931 crop value by 2 million dollars by eradicating inferior varieties. Alabama Experiment Station data show reduced unrenderable cotton from 37 percent in 1930 to 7.8 percent in 1931, with seed-saving gin days boosting future plantings.
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Auburn
Alabama
J. ©. Lowery
Lowery
Alabama Experiment Station
North
Cook
South
Dizle
Coates Bend
Etowah County
Evidence of Many Unsuccessful Jail Breaks Found
In Birmingham on February 23 AP reports found during razing the old Jefferson county jail that hidden weapons and tools were concealed within walls. Red pepper loaded pistols knives fashioned from beds files toothbrushes and other implements were recovered along with a roll of large currency wedged in a death cell crevice.
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Birmigham
Jefferson County
Kidnapping Denial from Saranac Camp Operator
Malone New York state police report Harry Blagden Saranac Camp operator admitted he left voluntarily and was not kidnapped He appeared in Cleveland last week after several days missing Troopers say he left to clear up publicity surrounding his disappearance
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Malone
N. Y
Harry Blagden
Saranac
Blagden
Cleveland
Plant for Shelling Pecans Opened Here
W. E. McRae, manager of the Hooston Motor Co., opened a pecan shelling and shipping plant at the automobile shop on W. Main Street. About 25 workers shell pecans daily and more than 600 pounds are shelled each day. Pecans are bought and shipped by the firm, creating a new market for Wiregrass growers. McRae noted potential canal completion optimism.
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W. EB. MeRae
Hooston Motor Co
W. Main Street
McRae
McRae Oid
Quintet Wins Four Tilts By One Point In 3 Days
Five Points High basketball team won four consecutive games by one point each over Wadley Ridge Grove Rock Mille and Hanley High in three days to set a school record in Alabama. The victories came with scores 28-22 28-27 30-29 and 25-24 ahead of the district tournament.
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Ala
Alabama
Pointers
Wadley High
Ridge Grove
Rock Mille
Hanley High
Roanoke
Geneva Legionnaires to Host Fish Fry and Rally
The Geneva Legionnaires announce a fish fry and rally at Lake Geneva on March 2. John W. Davis and I. L. Hale report a prominent speaker and the event marks the end of the membership drive. Legionnaires in the region are urged to attend.
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Geneva
City trims budget with half already cut in six months
Birmingham report shows 144,950 dollars cut from expenditures for the final six months of the current fiscal year with more than half the reduction already in effect. The Associated Press notes ongoing efforts to curb spending and balance the budget.
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Birmingham
Man to face trial for deputy’s killing in moonshine raid
John Hanson, charged with killing Deputy Sheriff Oscar Johnson during a raid on a moonshine distillery in Sand Mountain, will be tried April 4. Four others are indicted in Johnson’s shooting. all but Cal White are free on bond. The deputy was killed when a lookout opened fire near Short Creek during the raid.
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Gadsden
John Hanson
Oscar Johnson
Fetowah County
Sand Mountain
Johnson
Cal White
Short Creek Fast Fall
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BR. C.A
Montgomery Ward & CO
Dothan, Ala
Dothan Eagle
Eagle
Henry D. Hand
Foster Street
Green Bay Gardens
Goodrich
House OF Service
Super Service Tire Co
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