Two Dothan Men Injured in Highway Crash Near Ardiffy
Two Dothan residents were injured in a crash on a road toward Dothan near Ardiffy. One man, Hall, suffered head and internal injuries and remained unconscious at noon. a second man, Sisk, had a shoulder injury and lesser injuries. Highway patrolmen cited alcohol and reckless driving as factors and noted the accident occurred around 9 p.m. Near Ardiffy.
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Ardiffy
Dothan
Kr.c
Sail
Allan Kelley
Hall
Alabama Bay
Nationa
Hia
Ceremonial Entertainment Plan With Civic Leaders and Veterans
A staged program described as invitation only includes ceremonies, barbecue, and dancing. Attendees include Houston County officials, city and county leaders, and a 645-strong Ash ford Post American Legion delegation. Veterans highlighted include World War I service in the Pacific theater and campaigns in New Guinea, Morotai, Napai, the Netherlands East Indies, and Mindanao.
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Houston County
Ashford
American Legion
Bist
Pacife
Aitage
Battin Boy
New Guinea
Moroti
Napai
Netherlands Fast Indies
Mindanao
Philippine
Neighbors Fight Nightspot Expansion With Zoning Appeal
Residents near Wagon Wheel nightclub hired an attorney to oppose its expansion to include five bars and beer sales. The case hinges on nonconforming use under city zoning, with the board’s quorum issues delaying a ruling. City officials and the attorney warned the board may abate the operation, while opponents consider injunctive action to block opening.
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Wagon Wheel
Dothao
Lewis
Roys Lewis
Zoning Board
Ca1
Noth Onty
Zailie
City of Lewis
Eens
ABC Board
County Officials and Salaries Highlight Opening Session
The board heard salary figures for county engineer McEachin and shop superintendent as four year terms loom. Judge Logan urged prudence as the Board of Revenue faced responsibilities and the community watched the new board’s first meeting amid calls for divine guidance. News covered nominations, pardons, and a looming question over Folsom appointees as the Legislature prepared for session.
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Noer Airestly
McEachin
Adama
Logan
Board of Revenue
Creel
Hhané
Albert Logue
Senate
Gordon Pee
Pardon and Parole Board
Glen Winsop
Bill Drink
Folsom
Leelstatuyt
Persons
Folsom Lst
Chauncey Sparks
Chamber
Foulty Atlanta Poultry Market Reports Mixed Tone
North Georgia poultry market news shows irregular tone with firmer sections and weaknesses elsewhere. Supplies lag behind demand with prices paid fluctuating as traders adjust to market signals and USDA notes.
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Foultey
Atlanta
USDA
North Georgia
Tve
Ubetub
Long Illness Claims Deaths In Wiregrass Area
The obituary notes Joseph Franklin Doswell aged eighty two of Headland Route Two died at home after a long illness. Funeral services were held at Newville Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Survivors include a daughter Mrs Willie Sandera and other relatives. the report also covers William Pateviendo and John J. Creel among others, listing burial details and family connections.
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Boswell
Joseph Franklin Doswell
Headland
Newvill Baptist Church
Roby J. Lee
Kelley
Whlilam
William Pateviendo
Itty
Abville
Atlantron Chipel
J.B. Johnson
Holman Funeral Home
Abbeville
Church
Mra [Cotte
Herndon
C. A. Bienvale
Montgomery
John Ti. Creel
John Jt. Creel
Albany
Dothan
Alany
Crow Hill
H. Penuel
Colimble
Ala
B.D. Williams
Charles V. Creel
Dean
Ann Relly
Ann Rely
Newville
Wikgine Church
Jeter Baldwin
Holman Funers
Ozark Bushes
Mee Compters
Kelly
Wd. Loweld
William J Sowell
Houston County
Cottonwood
Howard Grove
G. W Nebles
Ward-Wilson
BR. Sowell
Caron Hil
Ana
B. M. McCord
H.W. Snell
M McCord
Duey Jones
Ray Ferguson
John Rogera
Ernest Adams
Social Security Opens New Office
The ceremony opened a new Social Security office with federal state county and city officials witnessing a ribbon cutting. Dothan Manager Harry Stott presided the event alongside Chamber of Commerce President Walter Morris and regional representative James W. Murray. Julian Turner named the building after Dr. Henry A. Parker who gave the invocation.
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Dothan
Harry Stott
Cox
Chamber of Commerce
Walter Morris
James W. Murrary
Atlanta
Scott
Civic Club
Julian Turner
Henry A. Parker
Pizet Baptist Church
Livestock receipts and hog prices rise at Georgia plants
Receipts at eight major plants including Albany Colquitt Moultrie Thomasville and Tallahassee show 225 cattle 20 calves and 6500 hogs. Prices advance up to 60 cents with good and choice slaughter hogs 480 240 pounds around 18 18 75 and sows 145 16.50 to 16.75.
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Thomasville
Albany
Colurybus
Moultrie
Brotlera and Fryery
Mosfly
Brother of Sride Minister Marries Couple by Phone in Canada
A Dothan couple wed Saturday night in a ceremony conducted remotely by Rev. Maurice Fletcher from Woodstock Canada. The bride Jimmilene Fletcher and Edward Davis were joined in marriage with about 30 attendees present at the bride’s parents home.
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Canada
Canida
Maurice Fletcher
Jimmilene
Edward Davis
Woodstock
New Brunswick
Dothan
H. G. Fletcher
West Washington Street
Sarah “Fletcher
Fletcher
Woodatuck
the Eagle
I ‘J
W. J. Davis
Andersen
8. C
Marine 'Corps
Enterprise Rally To Feature Talk By Dr Hart Jones
Dr John Hart Jones a psychology professor from Howard College Birmingham will speak at the Enterprise Center for Christian Training rally. The meeting starts at 7 p m and is part of a statewide program with more than 2200 ministers and laymen enrolled.
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State of the Union
Brannan
Aome
Truman
Ancrease
Coast Guard
FBI
St Lawrence Power Seaway
Congress
Enterprise
John Hart Jones
Howard College
Birmingham
First Baptist Church
Enterprise ‘Center For Christian Training
Enterprise Center
Alabama
New State Democratic Committee Chooses Ben F. Ray Chairman
The new state committee, installed today, reversed the subcommittee ruling and ousted several election winners. Loyalists gained power with Ben F. Ray elected state Democratic chairman after a 44 to 18 vote over Tom Abernethy, a former presidential elector who opposed Truman in 1948.
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Neil
Bridgat Dolnanant
G. C. Hepbes
Gesave
Los Lts
National Party
Yetta Samford
Goelika
Grover W- Ray
Headland
C. G. Prather
Auburn
H. Glenn Hawkins
Meadland
Tates
State Committee
Birmingham
Ben F. Ray
Gessner T. McCorvey
Mobile
Ray
Tom Abernethy
Talladera
Abernethy
Truman
Baxley Death Blamed On Head Blow In Fatal Shooting
A 61-year-old Rehobeth farmer, Ed Baxley, died from a head blow after an assault near his home. toxologist Paul Short said Baxley suffered broken facial bones and external injuries not consistent with a fall. Investigators released no new findings as the probe continued.
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Atscitos Tee
Baxley
Ed Baxley
Drury Flow
Rehobeth Farmer
Mattind
Fe van Sette
Fe van Sette Ae Stopa
T. T. ‘Swan
Rehobeth
New Orleans
Paul
Bere Tedey Emilet
Salt Baxley
Jong
Olga Walling
Eleo
Aida
Baxtey
New York Cotton Figures Highlight Political Shuffle in Alabama
In a convoluted report, Ray Grover Ray emerges as a key political figure amid shifting Alabama party roles. Details describe committee actions, resignations, and rumors of probate and local leadership changes, with Ray tied to Jefferson County politics and national convention history.
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Bate
Ray Hed
Incom Mt Fersons
Mayall
Jasper Waa
G. Rains
National
McGarvey
Cormittes
Marlon Rushton
Montgomery
T. C. Almon
Deesac
Neady
Arene
Ia Mayo
Dyor
Grover Ray
Loy Mists
Ben Ray
Ray
Alexander City
University of Alabama Law School
Ince
Jeferson County
Init Black
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Mayed Ministsaderson
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Mount‘ing
Parden-Parote Board
Aquor
Folgam
Walter B. Jones
Frank S. Persons
Bastrop
Montgomery Mayr
John L. Goodwyn
Wnt
Folsony
Cullman
Daily Press
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Ee RC Beier
Hampshires
Ted Beth Tame Circle D Ranch
Marianna, Fla
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Alibi Ciob
Chapman Am Housing CO
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Desirex
Steret
Social Security
Faulkner Ice and Coal CO
Sride
Pena i Eee
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Chate
Ala, Banking Co
Frank Weber
Paul Lane
Alabama Banking Co
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New York
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