Revenue Bill Signed Increases Taxes Incomes Phones
Governor Bib Graves signed the general revenue bill expected to raise about 24 million dollars annually in taxes. The measure raises taxes on incomes, telephone companies, and chain stores, while lowering automobile license tag prices. The House quickly concurred with Senate amendments and sent the bill to the lieutenant governor for approval.
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Montgomery
Bib Graves
Harry Welker
House
V. Koight, Jr
Senate
Bibb Graves
Missing 84 Year Old Woman Sought Along Everglades Border
West Palm Beach July 10 AP volunteers joined search along the Everglades for 84 year old Mrs. Evarts who vanished Friday night. Her brother F H Chesebro, 54, was found yesterday after four days wandering the swamps seeking help to free their stalled automobile. A note in the car said she would walk back to the road. Officers reported the note indicated she had spent at least one night in the car while her brother was missing four miles away. The couple left Fort Pierce Friday afternoon and Chesebro claimed they turned onto a wrong road near Bob Sound and got stuck on a rarely used trail.
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West Palm Beach
Fla
Staty
Bheritt
W. H. Lawrence
Everglades
F. H. Bratts
F. H. Chesebro
Evarts
Fort Pierce
Cheseb
Bobe Sound
Guardian sues sheriff predecessor over settlement
The National Surety Corp. for I. B. Gibbons former sheriff of Henry County was named defendant in a 2634.22 suit in Houston circuit court Wednesday as G. D. Halstead, guardian of Fannie Hazel Marsh, claimed Halstead turned over 353.3078 and that the final settlement was made without paying her. The case seeks 2684.23.
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I. B. Gibbons
Sherif
Henry County
Ins
Houston
Ty G. D. Halstead
Fannie
Hazel Marsh
Fialstead
Gibbons
Marsh
Shariff
Budget revival echoes in Santa Monica slang
A garbled Santa Monica note recalls an odd revival of talk about a budget and a figure named King Tut. The writer muses on balance, aging, and a forgotten name, hinting at locals recalling an older public figure as a metaphor for current fiscal chatter.
Farley Honors 30 Years of Jeff M'Carty Service
A personal letter from Postmaster General James A Farley congratulates Jeff M'Carty on 30 years and 10 months of service at the Dothan post office. It notes his appointment in 100 and his retirement due to disability as a clerk, praising his loyal performance and wishing him a speedy recovery.
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James A.farley
Jerth McCarty
Dothan
Postal Service
Fartey
Rella
CANDIDATES STEP UP PACE TOWARD ELECTION
Seven candidates vie for three Dothan city commission seats as campaigns sharpen after council clears election official appointments. Absentee ballots are available through the five days before the July election, with interest rising among in and out of city voters.
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Dothan
Dothon
J. C. Exell
Cuba Town Fire Widens Uncertain Aftershock
Havana report says a large portion of Borscoe in Oriente province was consumed by fire. Wires were cut as authorities chased down what appeared to be a major disaster. Separate items note policy debates in Washington over damage suits and a transfer of duties in Palmer Alaska. Mobile Alabama golf figure Goron Smith Jr. suffered appendicitis on the eve of a state tourney.
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Borscoe
Oriente
Cuba
Mobile
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Goron Smith, Jr
Alabama
Johnny Morris
Birmingham
Herdiday
Imperialist in Italy hastens war in Africa
Rome July 10 AF dispatch reports Italy mobilizing to 120000 troops for a drive against Ethiopia. Mussolini’s regime reshapes units and calls for three new divisions and specialist soldiers from early classes. Fascist leaders vow victory and a Roman triumph over “barbarity,” amid mobilization and international tension.
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Rome
Haly
Empire
Ethiopia
Premaier Bento Mussolini
Trans-Ethiopian Occillation Commission
East Africa
Gabriele d'Anqunzio
Agustina Lazzaratti
Mussolini
Tl Duce
Ville
Lazzarotto
Daxali
Adua
Italy
Oklahoma Trio Die From Extreme Heat
Oklahoma records a severe heat wave as three residents perish. T. D. Patterson a 10 year old boy from Wesleyan pioneer district died after heat exposure near a McAlester restaurant. Willan Halt a 65 year old man collapsed en route to hospital. James Frincon AB died from heat prostration while working on a bridge project.
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Oklaoma
T. D. Patterson
Wessley
Cuttieman
McAlester
Willan Jr
Fergan
Aled Aftnr
Jamen Frincon
Attien Calapens
Bithway
Henry
Gogvern
Veteran Smyth Receives Honorary Degree at Alabama
Montgomery AP writes that veteran meteorologist Smyth, retired chief of the Weather Bureau, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Science by the University of Alabama at a ceremonial banquet. Judge Walter B. Jones presented the degree on behalf of trustees as Gov. Bibb Graves praised Smyth for aiding the 1929 Bibb flood response.
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Nily
Universite of
Alahame
Offeience Om Br
T. 5
Walter B. Jones
University
Moe
Smyth
Gov
Bibb Graves
Massive storm toll as floods, fires strike multiple states
AP reports a catastrophic storm leaving 47 dead and 5,000 homeless across several states. New York bears the heaviest losses with 40 dead and 3,000 homeless. property damage exceeds 16 million dollars. Tornadoes devastate two towns near Fort Peck dam in Montana, killing two and injuring others while 2,000 more are left homeless. Maryland and Pennsylvania also suffer significant damage as officials estimate debris removal and flood aid costs.
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Associated Press
Jege
Toany
Bppar
New York State
Fee
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Fort Peck Dam
Ozark Commission Election Set for August 6
Mayor N. Marley announced Ozark will hold a commission government election on August 6, seeking qualified voters to choose council members. The move follows discussions by Kirk Annis and Howard Weeds about adopting a commission system after their return to office, with Mayor Marley stating the current government is not functioning and the council members are locked in a standstill.
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N. Fi. Marley Todex
Whink Ozark
Commission Farm
Rattar
Martey
Ney Pelitan
Kirk Aannis
Eamnei Garner
Kpokeamon
Onark
Marley
Ozark
Rerigny Fiona
Slocomb Prepares For Logrollers Convention Amid Festivities
Slocomb in holiday mood as the Logrollers Convention nears with officials and members from across the state expected to attend. The program starts Thursday afternoon with speeches and entertainment, followed by a six o clock parade and initiation of 190 new members led by a Tray delegation.
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Slocomb
Northeast Cools In Ardor Toward Roosevelt Reign
A distorted report from Washington says Roosevelt administration support erodes in parts of New York and New England after a Supreme Court decision. Secretary Morgan notes weakening party sentiment outside the Madison River area while northern states push back on campaign leadership amid internal tensions.
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Richard Rendril
Washington
New York State
New England
Eupreme Court
NIA
Democratic National Camraittee
Parber Morgan
Comamliter
Madson River
Mie
Naethenst, Perkins
Aren
Ts Reiden
New Hayland
Navy Considers Lone Battleship Amid Quiet Navy Debate
A wartime era discussion questions the need for a single battleship while larger navies emphasize destroyers and air power. Officials weigh modernization options, with analysts citing Washington Treaty constraints and potential cost implications for a lone capital ship.
Island Governor Branded as Liar Hypocrite and Thief
Reported at Senate inquiry into Pentair’s initiative government, Governor Pavlo Deareon of the Virgin Islands accused of theft and hypocrisy. Administrative changes discussed. investigation details and officials’ comments cited.
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TNS
Pavlo Deareon
Dha
Tev
B.G. Atenon
Dante Tertary
Fredephie
Andre Chowernig Pravpet
Almed
Pentair
Dakar
Mennwehils
Seceatary
Teker
Abe Ramniycad
Roosevelt Power Policy Sparks Senate House Showdowns
Washington July 1. Senate and House clash over Roosevelt power policies as TVA and holding company dissolutions dominate the agenda. Conferees pressed to insist on abolishing unnecessary holding companies. Dietrich withdraws instruction while Corcoran faces Brewster in a heated exchange over the abolition provision.
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APS
Senate
Home
Roosevelt
Ita Utilities
Ana
Juste
TVA
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Wenate
Newole
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Tulasis
Corcoran
Thomas Corcoran
RFC Atorney
Brewater
Maine
House Rules Committee
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Helmens
Antllong Front Cracks as Aides Quit Bitter Foe
New Orleans July 10 AP The surrender of New Orleans to Sen Hey Pi Lone appears near. Two city commissioners say they do not intend to oppose the agent any longer. Finance Commissioner A Milen Prot and Property Commissioner Joneph PF, Sietly, and in an aryned statement. Mayor Watnistey said he continues fighting. Public Actives Commissioner Fred A Earhart and Public Safety Commissioner Frank F Gomlin did not sign the surrender statement. City must have cooperation of the state to avoid future savers lonnes, they add. Continued on page Boveni.
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T. Bemmon Wotsaley
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Atone Joneph
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Camimias Tonorn Pratt
Skelly
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Pratt
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Lonnes
Walmaley
Jackson County Liquor Election Push Sparks Talks
Jackson voters push for a liquor election to decide legalized selling. The county board considers calling a vote after petitions and qualification checks. Chairman John Garrett leads the probe into petition validity amid a dry county climate and recent legislative hints.
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Jackson County
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Atate Canatiti- Ueh
Duickann
Home Lover Paltre Mireed To breck Man From
Williamston, Ng July 19. Buck Terry faced charges for mistreating his wife. The mayor suspended sentence and ordered payment of cents. Terry expressed he would rather stay where she was as the case paused.
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Williamston
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Alabamians Endure Heat Wave Across State
Alabama residents brace for a long hot spell as temperatures ranged from 69 to 95 across cities like Florence Evergreen Clanton Montgomery Ozark and Watumphe. Report notes widespread weariness with steady warmth and mentions a political motion favoring chamber and senate action.
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Weathermatt
Eufavie
Florence
Evergreen
Amleton
Auburn
Clanton
Gededen
Greensboro
Union Springs
Ozark
Ttgiaisture
Aleples
Moltke
House
Senate
Beverly Hills Editor Fay Lang Found Dead in Suspected Act
Beverly Hills jail lines report Fay Lang, renowned editor and government expert, died by an apparent act at her home. She had guided writers to fame and wealth by translating Une publica reads into money making publications. No note was found. Beverly Hills officers investigate the case as unclear. Green
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Ietoey
Lang
Beverly Hills
Tazica
Tang
1Elda
A. G. Peterson
Beverly Tilia Atticer
California
New York
Helen Andt
Lach Bovin Long
Greenwich
Conn
Leaders Seek Speedier Roosevelt Program Before August Adjournment
Democratic leaders in Congress pressed to accelerate the Roosevelt program and adjourn by late August. After a two and a half hour White House confab, they sought greater House support, criticizing President Hoover for yielding to the Senate on several measures while ignoring House advice. The talks focused on expediting measures such as the utilities holding company bill and Tennessee Valley Authority amendments, with action expected to move through committees toward conference.
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Congress
Washington
Sald Snete
Dor Teen
Jordito
Gutley
Congrand
Xenate House
Utilities Holding Company
Tennessee Valley Authority
Asneta
Amaitus Banking and Aaa
Centavet
Weather outlook for Alabama and Northwest Florida
The forecast shows generally fall conditions in Alabama with Wednesday night and Thursday cloudy and likely showers in the east. In Northwest Florida, expect partly cloudy Wednesday night and Thursday with probable showers.
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