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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1933
Page
2
City of Dothan records total indebtedness at 2,125,349.75 as of Feb 1. The Oct 1, 1928 debt stood at 2,341,239.75 and has fallen by 225,880.98. Investments totaled 131,703.70 with 84,600.86 for water and electric extensions and 26,790.35 for equipment. Interest paid over the period amounted to 530,912.23.
Los Angeles February 28 AP Walter Heirs a jovial rotund Georgian film comedian died of bronchial pneumonia at his father in law home He began vaudeville after school and worked as a film extra under David W Griffith Heirs starred in Ghost Breakers Jimmy Bought and Paid For The Lummox Seventeen Be ware of Widows Fold That Lion Hot Lemonade and more He weighed 300 pounds and used his size in films He was born Cordele Georgia July 3 1893 and survived by his widow father J Q Heirs of New York and aunt Mrs Ghyton Fisher of Miami Florida
Funeral of George Blackman age 21, who died Saturday morning, was held at the family residence with officiating clergyman. Survived by mother Mrs K P Blackman, brothers Mack Blackman of Incham and Osborne Black of Daytona Beach, Fla, and Meter Mrs Eabon Windham of Ingham.
Denver February 28 AP Claude K Boettcher father of Charles Boettcher II remained confident he would hear from the kidnapers within 20 hours while refusing to disclose ransom letter contents to police. Rev Dagwell, who had delivered prior messages, visited the Boettchers mansion as police consider expanding a citywide hunt with thousands volunteering assistance. Clark, unsure of next steps, says he believes the boy is still alive.
Rep J W Rish predicts a new sales tax bill may be introduced soon despite Way and Means opposition. He notes administration leaders likely prefer a fresh measure rather than removing bills from the two thirds calendar. Alabama merchants warn of protests if the bill goes to a committee hearing.
Mrs V A Tidman wife of Capt V A Tidman of the Salvation Army was taken to a hospital today to undergo an appendix operation.
Scottsboro Alabama February 28 AP a crude grave in a storm cellar near the rural home provided the answer to the disappearance of Jim Roberts. In November 1930 four persons including Roberts widow were in jail charged with accessories to murder. Those arrested after the half burned body of Roberts was exhumed were Mrs Octavia Ladd his widow Tom Stokes B T Stokes and D L Smith. Officers said a story by Jake Morris a youth led them to the storm cellar where the body was found. Morris said Roberts was killed with a hammer during a party at his home near Long Island and then burned and buried in the storm cellar.
Montgomery February 28 AP A bill to divert one third of the nine cents of the gasoline tax currently paid to counties into the state treasury for convict maintenance was introduced in the house by Representative Norman of Bullock. The bill would put county convicts under the highway department to maintain roads outside state highways and arose amid Prohibition debate.
Dr J B Ryon of Washington DC announced the Brilles fever survey will not start for probably two weeks. He chairs the survey, has taken charge of the office in the city hall building, and the laboratory equipment has been shipped but will not arrive for several days.
Lillie Mae Jackson, a Black woman, suffered deep wounds in a knife attack late Monday in Pleasant View. Minnie Baker, another Black woman, was arrested on a $300 bond. Jackson required 31 stitches yet remained able to go downtown. The assault followed a domestic dispute.
Nashville February 28 AP Governor McAllister named Nathan Bachman a Democrat from Chattanooga to fill the unexpired term of United States Senator Cordell Hull. Bachman voiced strong support for President Roosevelt's Muscle Shoals and Tennessee Valley development program.
Oscar McFayden aged 62 an insurance man from Greensboro and Fayetteville died Monday at the home of his sister in law Mrs N M McFayden during a visit in Charleston funeral plans were not announced and his death was reported by AP from Charleston South Carolina
Eleven people burned to death and about 150 rendered homeless when a fire swept through the village of Karpout in Port Said district on Monday. Authorities investigated the blaze and its cause as residents sought shelter from the flames.
Hyde Park Feb 28 AP Roosevelt announces Thomas Walsh of Montana will be attorney general. Officials expect the official list to be filed tomorrow with Frances Perkins named secretary of labor and Daniel Roper named secretary of commerce.
Injured in an automobile accident several days ago, Lamar Holley 21 of Samson and Dr E R Cooper of Samson were brought to a Dothan hospital late last night with serious conditions. Holley suffers a possible skull fracture and multiple injuries to left shoulder and right leg. his leg may be broken. Cooper has shoulder injuries and facial abrasions. Both were treated by a Samson physician before transfer.
A committee led by Perry Calhoun Ed Jones and Mrs Annie Laurie Harmon seeks funds to cover a $200 quota deficit from the last campaign. The group reported a shortfall of $110 this morning and urged Democrats to contribute via any committee member.
Miamt Feb 28 Dr E S Nichols said Mayor Anton Cermak Chicago had a reasonable chance to live and that he saw nothing to indicate he didn't have an excellent chance of life for the next 24 hours The official bulletin said the pneumonia condition in the mayor's right wing was stationary.
In North Wilkesboro North Carolina Bryan Sanburn aged 19 and his sister Evelyn aged 17 of Black Mountain died in a plane crash while attempting a landing. The aircraft struck a power line and burned beyond recognition. The two were children of Charles G. Sanborn of Black Mountain and had built the ship themselves, making earlier flights without incident.
In Baptist Bottom a group of Negroes was accused when police broke up a card game. John Wiggins paid a fine before trial and his money is to be returned. Robert Warren had charges dismissed after officers found no gambling proof. Warren claimed no gambling occurred. Detective Hicks noted Warren was arrested after a chase and pulled from under a neighbor’s bed. Recorder Vaughn said another man had already paid a gambling fine, and he later dismissed the case against Warren and Wiggins concluding Wiggins may have been playing solitaire.
Berlin February 28 AP reports Germany moves toward martial law under the peace regime after a fiery arson attack on the Reichstag and a raid on Communist headquarters. The historic building suffered extensive damage, with the east wing ablaze and a Dutch Communist reportedly confessing to setting multiple ignition points. Police and fire crews battled for hours as authorities labeled the incident arson and sought to curb Communist influence.
The condition of Marcellus Pridgen of Dothan remained stable at a Dothan hospital after an automobile accident more than a week ago. He was reported to have spent an uncomfortable night with bruised chest jet injuries and possible internal injuries.
Peter Verigin leader of the Doukobor sect was too ill Monday to begin his return to Saskatchewan. His illness stemmed from frost bite received while serving part of a prison term in Prince Albert for perjury.
A reinforced Japanese army seized Shamoshan, a key pass into Jehol from the southeast, after a fierce two day battle. Chinese claim another Japanese offensive failed to take Linguyan, while a northern force aims to occupy Chihgeng, opening a highway toward Jehol City if Linguyan falls.
Carl Hicks former Covington County deputy sheriff and Marvin Longmier of Andalusia Telephone Company were found shot to death on the Yellow River banks near Watkins Ridge. The pair, brothers-in-law, disappeared Sunday morning while fishing. Deputies and relatives searched the area all night, discovering two mutilated bodies with buckshot wounds. Investigators noted two guns were used, a .16 gauge and a .410 bird gun, suggesting two assailants. No clues emerged about suspects or vehicle involvement.
Dothan's first wrestling exhibition in over a decade is set for tonight at the city auditorium under the auspices of the Dothan American Legion post. Matches begin at 8:15 with Dynamo Joe Dillman versus Jack Harbin, plus Eddie Elzia against Cowboy Bill Roland. Promoters and wrestlers arrive this afternoon. advance ticket sales look strong, with tickets also sold at city hall. Under state athletic commission supervision, officials promise a night of action and future Tuesday bouts, with ringside seats and the lowest admission prices yet in town.
A servant revealed a series of odd events surrounding film executive Paul Bern's death, including a mysterious woman near the pool, a yellow bathing suit, a missing cake, and a private tête-à-tête. The DA and coroner previously ruled death a suicide, while the Bern case remains contested amid fresh testimonies.
Dothan firemen got their first call in two and a half weeks Monday afternoon. By the time they arrived at the scene the blaze had been extinguished. The alarm was for an automobile fire at the Malone Motor Co used car lot. An employee of the motor firm put out the blaze soon after the alarm was turned in.
Washington AP The Reconstruction corporation board voted emergency relief loans totaling 1,432,734 for Detroit Michigan 883,600 for Oregon and 1 1747 719 for Oklahoma.
Banks in Ohio and Pennsylvania moved under emergency laws granting the state banking chiefs power to regulate withdrawals. Pennsylvania signed a midnight resolution giving approval for withdrawal controls while Ohio authorized the superintendent to curb withdrawals and ease bank closure processes. Other states like Arkansas and Delaware passed measures granting similar financial controls as clerks rush to ready Ford backed banks for opening.
Alfred E. Smith testified before the Senate Finance Committee proposing a federal bond issue to fund public construction and a wartime moratorium to expand American foreign markets. He urged a noninflationary approach and opposed centralizing states’ ability to call conventions on the amendment, as outlined in the report.
J F Elmore sentenced to six to eight years for a knife incident in Deal L 3 now sits before the Alabama Supreme Court as state attorneys seek to uphold the sentence. The Court of Appeals first reversed then withdrew that reversal and upheld the sentence, but the appellate court later again ordered a new trial. Final action by the Supreme Court will determine whether he faces a new trial or immediate imprisonment.
Gordon Davis a crippled farmer from near Samson was released from Houston county jail on his own bond after U S agents arrested him in Geneva county raids last week He was allowed to post his own bond due to his physical condition and left today for Samson.
Mrs G M Lewis underwent an operation yesterday and, as of today, her condition is satisfactory at a Dothan hospital.
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