Record heat grips nation with widespread highs and deaths
Temperature readings from the federal forecaster show extreme heat across the United States with many communities surpassing 100 degrees. Heat deaths are reported in New Jersey, Illinois, and New York, while Pacific coast breezes bring some relief. The South and Midwest endure persistent heat with drought warnings and water-use curtailment discussions emerging. Georgia remains warm but generally comfortable with mid 80s in early morning readings.
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Typhoon That Hit Japan Yesterday Dispatches From Fusan
Dispatches from Fusan report a noon typhoon strike leveling homes and moving inland. Electric plants crippled and communications interrupted hinder assessing damage. Transportation systems halted as roads and railways were blocked and debris strewn across lanes.
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Ashford Man Dies in Car Mishap
A fatal car wreck near Ashford claimed a local man. Pallbearers named McArthur Gamble Jackson Bruner Stanton. Surviving relatives include mother Mrs. A. R. Benk and four sisters in Miami, and Mrs. H. M. Dykes and Mrs. R. B. Wright of Ashford. R. E. Matthews of Mont Ther y also listed as survivor.
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Eisters
Pasco Leverett
Dmrs
M. Bangan
Miami, Wic
H. M. Dykes
R. B. Wright
Ashford
Wither
R. E. Matthews
Mont=Thery
Milam Brothers Reach Mayoral Dreams Across States
Pasadena and Morris and Winslow share Milam family tale as three brothers, A. M. Milam, Arthur Milam, and Co. L. Milam, each rise to mayoralty in Monterey Park, Morris, and Winslow. A gathering planned with Warren R. Flynn highlights lifelong ambition from Missouri dairy farms to local government leadership.
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Eufaula
Oklo
Man Arrested In Connection With Bank Robbery
Memphis police disclosed four men, alongside N K Pop Eye Pumphrey, are being hunted for the Birmingham Woodlawn American National Bank robbery. Pumphrey, 27, has multiple arrests for carrying a pistol and gained notoriety after a Kansas City shootout. A caller posing as Pop Eye taunted police but was thought to be a hoax. Birmingham officials investigated but did not announce their whereabouts.
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Pop- Eye” Pumphrey
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Fred McDuff
Milton McDuff
156 Year Old Turk Says He Will Live As Long As World
A 156 year old Turk claims he will outlive the world. Once an artilleryman at 103 he carried field pieces through mountains. He later worked as a heavy duty porter in Constantinople. He diets on sweets and fruit, uses no alcohol or tobacco, and remains alert despite parchment like skin and a high cracked voice. He no longer worries about aging.
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Dairy firms listed selling Grade A milk here
A local notice lists ten dairies and others selling Grade A milk and raw milk. J P Moore, Ideal Dairy and City Dairy among several operators, with grades ranging from A to D and owners including J W Parkman and W G Reeves. Some entries show raw milk and mixed brands such as Sanitary, Clover, and Picayune dairies with various grades.
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J. W. Parkman
Mgr
J. P. Moore's Dairy
Ideal Dairy
Joe Hall
Forrester & Eddins
Quality
A. J. Rhodes
Locust Grove
J. W. Hall
Murphy's Dairy
P. A. Murphy
Clover Dairy
B. P
R. J. Mullins
Owl & Intrest
J. C. Scroggins
Tally
Norris Victory Amid Tussle Over Independent Bid
Three candidates contested the race Senator Norris State Treasurer W. M. Sebbins and Aaron Read of Madison. Norris supporters say he accepted the ruling and abandoned plans to run as an independent.
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W. M. Sebbins
Aaron Read
Madison
Cotton Market Mixed Futures Drift in Dothan and New York
Cotton futures in Dothan and New York show slight gains and losses with July and Oct contracts posting varied opens and closes. Traders note profit taking after Monday’s rise, but drought fears persist in central and western belts with expectations of higher prices if dry conditions continue.
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Capone denies story of newspaper man continues
Alphonse Capone states he would have contributed if asked. He hints retirement is possible and rumors persist he will build a second Florida mansion on a 50.2 acre Broward County tract near Boca Raton. Reports say the estate may feature a private golf course pools and tennis courts, but neither he nor his lawyers have confirmed plans.
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Brundidge defends Capone interview as correct publication
St Louis reporter Harry T Brundidge asserts his copyrighted Miami Beach interview with Al Capone published yesterday was correct and Capone denied it. Brundidge says Capone admitted to paying Chicago reporters and planned to deny the interview if Capone’s tip to lay off Chicago reporters was published. Brundidge also claims three hours with Capone at the villa, contrary to Capone’s claim of ten minutes.
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Capone
Chicago
Brundidge
International Trade At Low Ebb
International trade remains weak with June totals near $217 million. Imports and exports in June were each about $100 million below January to June figures of the previous year. Gold imports for June were $13.94 million offset by $26 thousand in exports. First six months net gold gain is $222.537 million. Silver exports in June reached $3.336 million while June imports were $2.707 million.
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Wealthy Chicago Clubman Is Shot
A wealthy Chicago clubman Roemer was shot and his life was saved after a pistol misfired during an incident involving Miss Susan Klelm aged 17 and Gerald Laycock. Roemer, a Yale senior partner with Cummins Roe mer and Flynn, claimed intoxication led to the attack as he traveled to a Wisconsin summer camp with a pistol for protection. He resides at the LaSalle hotel while his wife is in New York City.
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Susan Klelm
Gerald Laycock
Wisconsin
Rufus C. Dawes
Yale
Cummins, Roemer and Flynn
H. M. Bvilesby and Companys
LaSalle Hotel
New York City
Fairfax captain to face Norfolk hearing on deadly collision
Captain Archie H. Brooks of the steamer Fairfax faces a Norfolk, Virginia hearing on charges of unskillfulness negligence and reckless navigation. The case stems from a June ec heion off the Massachusetts coast that cost 49 lives.
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Archie H. Brooks
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Police to arrest those who spit on sidewalks
Police Chief Domingus ordered patrolmen to arrest anyone caught spitting on streets or sidewalks in Dothan. Mayor Clem Ezell pledged that offenders will be reminded of the city ordinance when brought to court. The move follows numerous complaints from residents and visitors about the growing practice.
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Dissolution of Reichstag Ends Triumvirate Rule in Germany
Berlin July 19 AP Germany enters a political interim as the Reichstag is dissolved leaving President von Hindenburg, Chancellor Bruening, and Finance Minister Dietrich as the ruling trio. Polls set for September 14 as factions split and no stable coalition seems likely amid a 15 party chamber and weak support.
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Mt Pleasant Baptist Church Mission School Closes Tonight
ENTERPRISE Ala July 19 Special The Mission School at Mt Pleasant Baptist church ends tonight with Rev C F Thomas pastor First Baptist church delivering the principal address About 100 participants and several teachers presented sessions on topics including Today's Challenge to America In the Land of the Southern Cross Blazing New Trails Jumping Beans The Book of An African Baby Speakers included Rev Noble Bell Ozark Rev B S Franklin Elba Dr A M Glover Dothan Evangelist R T McLoud Clopton The event served as a community mission effort
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America
N. I. McCloud
Martha Baggett
Euna P. Smith
Jean Nichols
Noble Bell
Ozark
Franklin
Elba
A. M. Glover
Dothan
Clopton
Revival Services To Begin Sunday Night At Enterprise Methodist
Enterprise Ala July 19 Special revival services at Enterprise First Methodist Church begin Sunday night July 20 and run through July 27 with Rev W H Venters in charge of preaching and Z C Hundley handling singing. Two services daily at 11 am and 8 pm. Cottage prayer meetings planned at several homes including Mrs H Luther and others.
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W. H. Venters
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Washington collects over seven million in auto license fees
The state of Washington gathered more than 7 million dollars in automobile license fees this year. The finance department reported robust vehicle registrations and steady revenue from licensing, registration renewals, and related fees across counties.
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State of Washington
Wants To Be Your Friend Sunday Church Notice
Sun Sunday school 9 40 A M Brock Superintendent Mens Class led by Col O L Tompkins Class 35 invites every woman of the congregation Morning Worship 11 00 A M Pastor preaches Subject Gods Standard of Measurements Evening Worship 8 00 P M Senior Hi and Junior Leagues meet 7 15 P M Sunday Evening Prayer and Praise 8 00 P M Wednes day 8 00 P M quote Making the most of today is the best way to be ready for tomorrow.
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Sunday church schedule for L A Kirkland pastor
L A Kirkland Pastor announces Sunday School at 9 40 in Clayton with classes for all ages. No preaching at 8 or 11. B Y P U meets at 7. Mid week prayer service Wednesday at 7 30. You are invited to worship at all services.
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Clayton
Kirkland
Home Like Church Holds Sunday Services
Lafayette Street Meth Mills, pastor, announces Sunday School at 9 40 A M with Class 26 led by E T Riley. No morning service. Epworth Leagues meet at seven P M with Rev C C Wilkerson preaching. Mid week prayer at eight P M Wednesday. All are welcome.
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E. T. Riley
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C. C. Wilkerson
Nativity Episcopal Church Schedule on West Main Street
Sunday School at 9 40 A M with Mrs Gipsy Boozer superintendent. Sermon at 11 A M. Y P 3S L meets at seven P M.
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Grapefruit Goes to Market on Fourth of July in Fort Myers
Fort Myers Florida AP reports the first ever Fourth of July market appearance of a new crop grapefruit. The historic debut marks a milestone for local growers and fruit buyers as summer harvests begin.
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Nebraska begins annual harvest of bluegrass seed
Nebraska started its yearly bluegrass seed harvest on July 16, with crews gathering mature heads for processing and market, reflecting a routine agricultural cycle in mid summer.
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