Grace Moore and Swedish Prince Die in Copenhagen Plane Crash
In Copenhagen a DC-3 crash killed American soprano Grace Moore Swedish Prince Gustaf Adolf and others. Officials cite possible mechanical failure while noting the wreckage destroyed most clues. Gustaf Adolf’s death shifts Swedish succession to his nine month old son Karl Gustaf. Crown Prince Gustav Adolf heads to Copenhagen.
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Acad
Letter Answered Three Years After Request
A local Social Security office revealed that a wage earner received no prompt reply to a 1944 request for his Social Security number. Exactly three years after the initial letter, the man sent the requested information and nothing more, with no explanation given. The delay was acknowledged by Har ry N. Scott, head of the office.
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Southside Baptist Church Formed in Dothan
The Southside Baptist Church in Dothan was formally organized at a yesterday meeting led by Dr. Henry A. Parker. Charter members selected as speakers. a pastor is to be called, with finance showing gifts of 17,873.84 and expenditures of 17,508.27 through January 11.
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Bilbo Returns To Activity After Minor Surgery
Senator Theodore G Bilbo of Mississippi was out of bed and walking at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans after a mouth operation a week ago. Hospital attaches said he spent a favorable weekend and his condition remains satisfactory.
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Grace Moore likely to be buried in Tennessee
Grace Moore the opera star who died in Copenhagen on a concert tour may be buried in Tennessee. Funeral arrangements awaited from her husband Valentin Parera as she finished memoirs and spoke to Danish reporters about writing while still on top.
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Napier Field to Open 14 Veterans Housing Units Soon
Seventy four housing units at Napier Field for veterans will be opened for occupancy as soon as possible. Director Fo Johnson said hot water heaters will take six to eight weeks, with parts and flagstone extras explained. Rates start at 15 to 240 dollars. some furnished units under consideration.
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Water Charge Cut To 75 Cents For Dothan Outlying Areas
City of Dothan reduces the minimum water service charge for residents outside the city limits from $1 to 75 cents per month. Within city limits the minimum remains 75 cents. The change eliminates prior discrimination where outer-area customers paid $1 while some outside stayed at 75 cents. The order sets a uniform 75 cent minimum for all customers beyond the limits.
Thompson Loses Recess Plea In Georgia House
The Georgia House rejected a bid by Lt Gov Thompson to adjourn the chamber until a court rulings on governorship. The recess measure lost 135 to 82 as Herman Talmadge allies pushed ahead with appointments and a Senate confirmation earlier in the day. A woman protester, Grace Conmady of Atlanta, was ejected during demonstrations at the capitol.
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Dothan Hich's Band Plans First Concert Next Thursday
The article reports Dothan Hich's Band scheduling its debut concert next Thursday. It notes funding needs for gear and a set of portable kettle drums plus seasonal concerts to boost performances and support the contest in Tuscaloosa.
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Saturday Deadline For Paying Poll Taxes In City
Poll taxes were due by Saturday with three days remaining before Houston’s payment window closed. The tax collector announced that payments would be accepted after Feb 1 with penalties waived, under Gwaltney’s guidance.
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Esau And Jacob Rance Arrested For Public Drunkenness
Esau and Jacob Rance two men of vague origin were arrested Saturday night for public drunkenness. They were released on bond yesterday.
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Abduction of Judge Windham Shocks Tel Aviv Court
British president of the Tel Aviv district court Judge Ralph Windham was seized from his courtroom by an armed band believed linked to Jewish underground groups. The abduction follows the earlier seizure of a Briton, with officials tracing the operation to hostage demands tied to Dov Gruner, the Irgun member condemned to die. Police and soldiers conducted searches as tensions escalated in Jerusalem and North Jerusalem.
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Rooney separation plan details emerge from Alabama case
The article discusses Mickey Rooney and his spouse negotiating a separation agreement in Bleminguanm Alabama. It notes assets including property valued at about one yen and mentions Rooney appearing at a movie theater during a related local event. The timing and exact legal terms remain unclear in the readable copy.
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Governor Folsom Announces First Offenders Segregation Plan
Gov. James Folsom unveiled a program to segregate first offenders at Nel 4 prison near Malls. The plan aims to separate short term offenders for rehabilitation with training and local public works. Folsom also said facilities would focus on fire safety, behavioral reform, and stepped up conditions to reduce recidivism.
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Dahlia Slayer May Surrender To Police Wednesday
A fragmented report details a suspect linked to the Dahlia case and notes potential surrender to authorities on a Wednesday. The text mentions names including Alisher and Hyon and refers to band involvement and addresses, though specifics are unclear due to the damaged source.
United Nations Work On Human Rights Machinery
The United Nations opened work on a system aimed at strengthening human rights protections worldwide. The report outlines proposals for universal standards and enforcement mechanisms and notes ongoing efforts by UN bodies to coordinate member states and civil society in implementing reforms.
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Machinery For Human Rights
Traffic Lights Updated at E Main and S East
City crews installed new traffic light systems at the intersection of E Main and S East, enhancing safety and traffic flow. Officials reported completion by local contractor amid minimal disruption to nearby businesses.
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Russia cools to U.S. peace statute for Germany
London AP dispatch reports a diplomatic chill as Washington proposes a formal treaty and a peace statute for Germany. Officials debate terms and insistence on verification while roiled by Allied expectations and postwar arrangements.
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A W Hawkins Dies of Heart Attack at 65
A. W. Hawkins aged 65 died of a heart attack at his home in Dothan. He leaves his wife Alice Hawkins and several family members. Funeral services will be held at Baytaneo Methodist church with burial at Hopevan the Headlane in charge.
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Robert Hainaey
B 29 World Tour Decision Tied to Marshall Trip
Secretary of State Marshall may decide whether the Army Air Forces can send a fleet of B 29 bombers on a world tour as U S Russian relations relax. Officials say the approval could come late winter or early spring after diplomats meet in Moscow.
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