Mead Testifies May Sought Help In Garsson Case
Former Senator James Mead testified that Andrew May asked him in 1945 to intercede with the War Department for the Garssons amid a wartime bribery case. Mead, then head of the Senate War Investigating Committee, said May pressed for release of over 1 million dollars held on the Garsson munitions contracts as Freeman, a key witness, suffered a heart attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
James M. Mead
D-Ny
Andrew J. May
War Department
Garssons
Mead
Garasons
May
Wentytuigon
Department
Senate
House
Joseph Freeman
Garsson
Freeman
Casualty
Froma
Kentucky
Henry Gareson
Murray
Gar Waons
Ketchum Honored At Annual Sing In Wiregrass Church
The annual singing in memory of K. P. Ketchwurm was held at Mt. Zion Church near Cuttonwoit with locals attending. Ketchum was elected chairman with officers W. O H. Fitts vice chairman W. C. Tisonby secretary and others as program committee members. A noon meal was served and a second memorial sing was scheduled for the third Sunday in June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K.P. Ketchwurm
Mt. Zion Church
Cuttonwoit
FU. Ketchum
W. O H. Fitts
W. C. Tisonby
Frsend
J. M. Mathews
LH. Watton
Cc. Mediey
C. O. Andrews
J. J. Givens
P.M. Roney
Fecon
Tol
Sie
JM Mualewr
WOH
Pitman
J. M Honey
Pitts
D. M. Miller
J.C Strickland
J D. Ces
DH Pelham
Cherrie Harttog
Mra
Nore Ieee Smith
Mera
Harold McLean Wins Robert Free Memorial Scholarship
Harold McLean of Dale County wins the Robert Free Memorial Scholarship to Auburn from the Alabama Education Committee led by Mix L. Bashinsky as chair. McLean is Dateville high school valedictorian, son of Mr and Mrs John McLean of Enterprise, descendant of two Confederate veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harald McLean
Dale County
Robert Free
Auburn
UNC Kdurebon
Mix L. M. Bashinsky
Mclewh
Dateville
John Mclean
Alford McLean
Ben Jean Newton
Jewish Underground Warns Britain Truce May Explode Again
In Jerusalem the Jewish underground warned Britain that delaying action could trigger renewed violence. The group threatened drastic measures if condemned youths face British actions, while UN inquiries faced criticism from the Stern Group and Irgun supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jewish Underground
Britain
Jerusalem
Irgnn
Leitl
1. NL
Valestine
Stern Group
Mingwty
Jewry Agency
Acta
Tevaty Lie
UN Pumphets
Irgun
Tel Aviv
Parvpllets
Gruner
Putter Purpocer Chain Kuutson and NAM Leader Clash
Fragmented OCR notes describe NAM President NAM and others amid a political debate. References to debt retirement figures and a 1948 securit y question appear, with mentions of government actions and vetoes. The text is garbled, but indicates a high political stakes discussion involving NAM and potential policy changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuutson 'i Minn
Winder
Mie
Filusing
Politiq
Kuril Buding
Asseciven
Manufac Vueers
NAM
Poli
Secur
Fragmented text about war era figures and policies
The passage mentions various names and roles including government leaders and military figures, amid disjointed references to war efforts, education, and national welfare. It reflects a historical wartime discourse on democratic aims and preparedness, though many details are garbled.
Memo on Beer Moderation and Brewery Workers
Memphis report outlines a stance by brewery officials led by McGrory, urging moderation in beer drinking while promoting responsible consumption. The piece notes workers’ concerns about prohibition, brewery survival, and a state council plan to host a two day event encouraging reduced drinking and more controlled behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tenn
Coer
McGrory
Agra
Wotheers Talon
Funeral Held Today For Ida Clyde Smith
Funeral services for Ida Clyde Smith Smyth sixty four of Wary ford died recently at His MOF were held today at The Ehart Hartford Mawust Church with the Kew Mall and Dyers. Burial followed in the Cottonwood cemetery. Surviving are her mother Amanda Smith Wortlords and several aunts and cousins. She was a member of the Baptist Church and active in Sunday school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fimera
Mase
Clyde Smyth
The
Baptist
Choma Torta
Co Niinber
Amanda Smith
Smallest Of Quads Dies in Montana
A Montana hospital report lists the death of the infant identified as the smallest of quadruplets. The mother and family were coping after the baby weighed under pounds at birth, with hospital staff documenting the tragedy amid unclear details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Proponents push for hearing on tax exemptions at sale
Report outlines debate over waivers and removal of exemptions as officials discuss sale timing and legal notice requirements. Citizens and representatives weigh impact on local budget while committees consider pathways to proceed with the public sale and related actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown
Bro
Pry
Duane
Shane
Dallerson
Morwett
Telledog
Palb
Weirs
Cppie
Paul Rene Refoule Indicted On Sodomy Charges
Jurors indict Paul Rene Refoule in Atlanta on sodomy charges. The case involves alleged sexual acts and related investigations with details tied to authorities and ongoing inquiry. The lengthy report references multiple individuals and institutions connected to the legal proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Rene Refoule
Political debate over civil service postmaster rules and veto forecasts
A Senate discussion centers on a bill restricting bargaining rights for postmasters linked to communism or suspected affiliations. It probes whether political actions influence civil service appointments and contemplates long-term scrutiny. Concurrently, a presidential veto on wool producer protections looms as House forecasts no override, amid a large annual funding package for several federal agencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Iowa Braces for Floods Amid Heavy Rain and Rising Waters
Residents of Iowa prepared for floods as heavy rainfall swelled rivers and saturated soil. Officials warned of rising water levels threatening homes and infrastructure while crews worked to reinforce levees and monitor streams across multiple counties.
Pompe possible date hinted by scattered OCR text
Fragmentary OCR notes refer to a Pompe event with unclear date and names. The legible bits mention a motor or engine theme and a wave of garbled terms, but no coherent people, places, organizations, or outcomes to summarize into a precise news item.
Georgia Tops Sugar Purchases In Southeast For Year
Georgia led Southeastern states in candy consumption with 84,680,000 pounds bought for 18,512,000 dollars. The U S Department of Commerce chart shows Georgia spent nearly 18.5 million on sweets, while North Carolina and Tennessee bought large amounts at significant costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Department of Commerce
Georgia
North Carolina
Tennessee
Florida
Albamia
Sondhk — Carolina
Mussieapps
Charity from Salea mountain top village aid effort
A April last year effort by an American couple aided a French village high on Salea mountain. They supplied 7000 needed items and refurbished the church and school. Gifts included funeral car Jama and wedding carpets while restraint limited what could be sent by the French government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salea
Abe Bart
le Havre
Perhapr
Dust complaint process for Commerce Street mill residents
Residents near the Commerce Street mill reported excessive dust. Dr Surkete informed the civic clerk, who advised that the dust issue falls under the commissioners authority. If unresolved, residents may appear before the commission to file formal complaints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commerce Street
Surkete
Itv
Cond
Cinetere
Viens
Elba hearing recounts alibi and witness claims
Testimony shows Moule left Elba for Florida on Sunday February 15 and returned minutes before a Tuesday fight involving Marden. Authorities note witnesses from Elba and Florida corroborate timings, while controversy centers on union teachers alleging a beating funded by Hurden. Harper defends police focus and notes fear claims by witnesses were shown inconsistent. Hurk worked in Elba as a carpenter. Collins attended the full hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Florida
Andy
Elbe
Marden
Fig
Floreid
Elba
Wiehawasny Union
Ilurden
Collins
Wallace Seeks Third Party Momentum Against Democratic Drift
Fragmented OCR reads Wallace urging a shift from Truman era and Democratic decline toward a liberal third party. He argues a new freedom linked to Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Roosevelt, warning against blaming Republicans alone. He cites 1848 lessons and calls for more liberal lawmakers to curb an isolationist, reactionary surge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodrow Wilson
Wallace
Congress
Truman
White House
Unclear missing text from labor meeting testimony
Witnesses recount statements attributed to Nevels and Maya Prescott regarding shift plans and a plant shutdown. The testimony describes a union protest, a vote on operations, and comments about handling picketing events, with several names appearing inconsistently due to OCR errors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maya Prescott
Linh
Nueversbet
Prescott
Janes
Reyer
Nevels
Martin
Unio
Hesia Nevels
Saetoy
Pighs My Atestion
Undey
Byrnes
Livestock market report from Montgomery AP wire
Federal state market news from Union Stock Yards reports cattle receipts about 740 with active trade for calves and cutters and stable hog prices. Cattle and hog price ranges given for multiple weights and grades, noting cows, bulls, barrows, gilts and stag movements with limited activity and higher on some light hogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery (Ap
Mkt
Union Stock Yards
Ford
Governor recalls murdered Senator with regret and praise
The Governor expressed deep regret over the senator's murder and recalled their past legislative sessions as men of honest sincerity. He stated he did not believe the senator had an enemy in the world. At the hearing, a third court reporter arrived, with earlier reporters replaced during last week's sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jan
Anyon
Plantex
Mtev Elva
Gary Wight
Atlanta
Wright Wx
Atlants
Misa Tom Wilson
Rabid Fox Reported In County
A fourth positive examination for rabies was recorded at Dothan Branch laboratory a week ago. Mrs. Ann Cooper, Labor Director, reports the animal found infected with the disease was killed. W. W. Long of Dothan route reports witnessing the fox near a farm and chicken coop but says no dog or other animals were believed to be bitten.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
Ann Cooper
W. W. Long
Long
Wong
Animala
Rotarians Hear Baxley Talk At Dothan Meeting
Dothan Rotary Club heard a talk on the poll tax by Keener Baxley with Albert Lague in charge of the program at yesterday’s weekly gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
Ayres to Speak at Chamber Business Night
Ayres will be guest speaker at the Tuntor Chamber of Commerce meeting Wednesday at 7 30 pm. Members are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Longs Ous Ayre
Tuntor Chamber Commerce
Ing
Auten
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ketchum
Harold McLean
New York
New Orleans
R.stindell
Optometrist
Mumberg
DR. Sinquefield
Bathie
Port Bar
Watts
Ube
Weresieh Navenal Ogures
Mo Vinson
Isiee
Doubtenuwrt
Evcene
Cardinal “Troverant
Boston Ssraphony Et Pemeelan
Bel
Hehdine
Tretia
Ata
Ida Clyde Smith
Miles City
Cape
Randaeh
Agara
St. of Canton
Rene Hefoule
Hafuule
Paul Warbbeet
Arpays
Gil Sale
Gilyaoue
Ty Hiaeedee
Wight
Singh
Dakar
Marley
Jakor
Vailley
Rep
Conley
DNC
Geneva
Gooley
Fiepa Meanure Castyeng
Abpropristiona Nvoninstiee Action Eithen
Trimaica
Sequesta
Iowa
Fide
Kb Vigan Porbee
Conan
Standard Radio Service
Steinway Pianos
Hammond
South
Wreadway Columata, GA
Ala
Ayres
Bush Bullying
Martin Tohrner
Ashford
Fem
Raymond Spe Insuirane
Spann Howe
J & L Precision Bill
HUB City Supply
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!