Folsom Inauguration to Draw Massive Alabama Crowd
Alabama prepares for James E. Folsom’s oath as governor in a noon ceremony at the Capitol. An estimated 150,000 to 200,000 are expected to attend, with rostrum seating for 350 and widespread events from a parade to a formal reception at the governor’s mansion.
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Alabama
Rex Thomas
Montgomery
Wotery
James E
Big Jim
Govgtor
Jefferson Davis
Cormuny
Lutien D. Gardner
J. Clarence Tnner
Gadsden
Justice Gardner
Mawel
Firth
Atabaing
Suniate
Mattacreny
Frank Boxwell
Coverier
Albani
Twanslature
Lawmakers Consider Pay and Expense Rules After Session
NAT C. FAULK reports from Montgomery on the leg is lature debating daily expense accounts for lawmakers. The discussion centers on per diem amounts, from 4.40 to 10 dollars, and who should bear expense costs during future sessions. Governor Folsom's stance could influence the final decision as lawmakers await May action.
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Montgomery
Clayton
Legisla
Folsom
Kovacs To Speak At Rotary Forum
Dothan Rotarians invite Civic Club members to hear Imre Kovacs speak at the Institute of International Understanding forum at the Recreational Center Thursday at 7 30 p m. Kovacs, born in Panesova Hungary, is an authority on Central European and Balkan affairs and will discuss regional issues after a recent address by Chester M Fobin on China.
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Ward
Institute of International Understanding
Imre Kovacs
Panesova
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Jad
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Demopolis
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Alabama Supreme Court Upholds Interim Legislative Committees
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that the state legislature can establish interim committees during its current session. The advisory opinion, issued by Chief Justice Lucien Gardner, endorsed the action despite a prior Attorney General ruling that it was illegal. The decision allows the legislature to organize standing committees during a 10 day interim period before a full session.
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Alabama Supreme Court
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Juste Lucien C. Gardner
House of Representatives
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Blood transfusion attempt after fatal Mississippi shooting
Meridian physicians attempted to save Fred Gully, a Black man shot when a truck damaged a porch after an argument. He died as medical staff reported the bullet pierced his chest and caused blood to leak into his lungs. Deputy Sheriff Russell Danner identified suspect W. T. Boyd, charged with shooting following the dispute.
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W.T. Boyd
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Negro Couple Held In Connection With Theft Of Dresses
Nellie Lane Stringer and Albert Stringer, Houston County Negroes, were jailed with Nellie charged with grand larceny for three dresses and six sheets valued at 14 dollars, and Albert charged with aiding a fugitive to escape. They allegedly aided each other to flee to Florida where arrested and returned to county custody.
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Albert Stringer
Houston County
Marie Lean Seuit
Stringer
Florida
Malone
Matirnna
Democratic Committee Plans Capital Meeting Monday
In Montgomery AP report, the Democratic Executive Committee will hold a morning session to organize a new committee and elect officers for four years. Chairman Gessner T. McCarver Mobile invites 30 newly elected members to attend, with resolutions and potential election-law changes on the agenda.
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Rious Activi
McCorvey
Wallace P. Pruitt, Jr
Montgomery
Mobile
New Officials Begin Terms In Houston County
New officials start their terms Tuesday in Houston County with several offices shifting from fee to salary basis. Re-elected leaders include Great Judge D C Halsford Circuit Solicitor Keener Baxtey and Circuit Court Clerk Roy O Hind Revere. board members W Pessy Calhmin Le E Doer Boston and Harriman Summerford. Two other incumbents have already begun duties as the legislature convened in Montgomery.
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Houston
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B. G. Farmer
Keces J. Esrisry
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Keener Baxtey
Roy O. Hind
Montgomery
Four Hurt In Geneva Wreck Involving Two Vehicles
Four persons were injured Friday afternoon in Geneva when a pickup driven by Waymon Faulk of Dothan collided with a car driven by James Leon Vaughn of Geneva at the Alabama 12 and Geneva Westville road intersection. Ed Matthews and Oscar Vaughn suffered lacerations and fractures. Faulk had a fractured rib, James Vaughn leg injuries. Matthews and Faulk were taken to a Dothan hospital. others treated in Geneva. Damage was estimated at 200 to the truck and 400 to the automobile. No charges against either driver.
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James Leon Vaughn
Geneva
Waymon Faulk
Dothan
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Faulk
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Ed Matthews
James Vaughn
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Matthews
Geneva-Westville Road
Arnall Resigns As Governor Sparks Georgia Fight
Atlanta AP reports Lieutenant Governor M J Thompson asserts leadership after Elis Arnall resigns amid charges that Talmadge engineered a coup to seize the governorship. Thompson vows to demand Talmadge vacate office while court rulings and political maneuvering shape Georgia's executive transition.
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Georgia
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Clyde O Lovern Heads Red Cross
Clyde O Lovern was elected chairman of the Houston County Chapter American Red Cross for the year. The annual meeting at the Dothan Recreation Center elected officers including Raymond F B Spar treasurer and Mrs Fred James secretary. The session featured reports on 1946 achievements and first aid training plans for the Taesd chapter.
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Dr Davie Reported In Grave Condition
The ailing physician Dr MS Davie, operator of Davie Hospital, is described as in grave condition after a surgical procedure at Jefferson Court Hospital. Details are unclear due to fractured OCR, but reports say he underwent an operation and remained in critical state with uncertain outcome. Associated Press notes the condition as grave.
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Peke Litigation Ends As Ex-Owner Accepts $60
In a dispute over a Pekingese dog, Mrs. Vickers and Mrs. Lockman fought over possession. After earlier rulings, Mrs. Vickers conceded and accepted $60 as the court settled the case.
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March of Dimes Gifts Raise About 300 Dollars
Community drives collected about 300 dollars in gifts for the March of Dimes. The event listed names and details of local volunteers and activities, including donations and a teatro fundraiser with proceeds supporting the charity.
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March of Dimes
Hijacking Gang Smashed By FBI
FBI disrupts a hijacking gang, arresting two members amid a web of names and places. The report details the operation, the suspects, and the ongoing federal probe with limited, non-graphic factual notes.
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Marshall Starts New Job Monday
Marshall plans to begin a new government role Monday at White House. President Franklin and Secretary of State anticipate key probes into top administration matters. Officials describe a shift toward stability as the transition nears.
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Andrews Holds Post On Appropriations Committee In House
The report outlines steps for veteran Rep. Andrews to be elected to the powerful House Appropriations Committee. It notes a career path highlighting seniority and potential committee influence.
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Federal Cominey
Titan
Black Dahlia Slayer Case Narrows to Man Called Red
Police narrowed the Black Dahlia murder inquiry to a suspect known as Red after a weeklong investigation. Miss Cleo Short, dubbed Burher by friends for dusk beauty, was killed near Haven Harbor. Witness Forest Faith described the scene as Miss Short and a companion left Park area in a car, sticker read Hurting a Park.
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