Contempt sentencing sparks press criticism of Judge Kennamer
The Advertiser condemns Judge Kennamer for sentencing Earl Hammond to a year in jail for contempt of court without a jury trial. Hammond, indicted on perjury linked to a prior fraud loan case, faces new legal battles as government conduct toward jurors and the case attracts national attention. The piece calls the punishment harsh and extraordinary given the judge's past record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles E. Kennamer
Earl Hammond
Jai
Kennamer
Hammond
Jal
Bothan
Trlal
Rennamer
Keenamer
Greferring
Montgomery County
Puniching Rammond
Del
Renpamer
Recommends Deep Alabama State Budget Cuts and Reorganization
A 1930s analysis argues Alabama expenses grew 300 percent since 1938 while property value rose 72 percent. It urges drastic cuts across departments, preserving public schools, and shifting funds from agencies like Health, Archives, and Public Service to core services. It calls for a statewide fiscal-reorganization and austerity plan.
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Alabama
Contempt Proceedings Question Tyranny in Court Authority
The Montgomery Advertiser reports on federal grand juries indicting Hammond and others for conspiracy to defraud the government under the loan acts, with indictments for perjury and mistrials. The question arises if the contempt ruling against Hammond was an abuse of court power, signaling tyranny in government.
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Dothan
Tammuund
Atte Lene
Montgomery
Hammond
Associated Preas
Savannah
Arthur B Chilton
Harry
Barger
Representation gaps in state politics prompt voter doubt
Officials debate whether representations reflect public interest as concerns grow over electoral integrity. Analysts note gaps in messaging and transparency, urging clearer details on policy impacts and voter access ahead of key votes.
God Give On Leaders
In every community the call for leaders grows as taxpayers and workers demand governance by the majority. An organized, directed majority could bring orderly government, lower expenses and taxes, and enforce laws, while a lack of direction risks bloodshed and destruction. God grant strong minds and leaders who value service and honor.
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Selraa Times-Journall
America
Wolfire
Thort
Tay Gnd
Land
Dothan Briefs Describe Republican Convention Quiet Moments
Sirs JE Nertan and others visited Louisville and Dothan as Ale Garnet Dye edited the Ashford Mire. Delegates including Byron Trammell, postmaster at Valdosta, dissatisfied with Taft era forces, left during balloting as the Republican convention began. Roads, tires, and local travelers are noted among scattered mentions of Ashford, Dothan, and nearby towns.
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Byron Trammell
Jeft
Trammell
Tafta Treasey Ery
Fragmented Notice Summary of Names and Phrases
A garbled OCR fragment lists names and phrases, with unclear roles or events. It mentions a person or place tied to a payment or fee but lacks coherent details to identify a concrete event or action. The readable terms include Valietm, Auturn, and Ta'la4ege Dany Home in a stray sequence.
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Valietm
Auturn
Ateres
New York Letter Notes Fashion, Leisure and Gossip Threads
The New York Letter traces shifts in urban life as Fifth Avenue stores move games departments into public view and adults seek entertainment at home amid the times. It touches on Field's yacht commutes, Central Park social rides, ballet plans by Milly Wood, cigar and pipe trends among matrons, a nightclub cafeteria site, Edna May Oliver's Boston roots, and a caution about busy phone signals among rival admirers.
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New York
Fifth Avenue
Menn
Shorts
Marshall Field, CO
Field
Huntington
Long Island
James
Central Park
Milly Wood
The
Social Register
Sidney Wood
Mordkin
Edna May Oliver
Stud
Boston
Four Generals Battle to Save 2000 Officers in Debate
Washington Letter reports GOP lawmakers dubbed the four generals as key figures in war department funding. Goss Connecticut Chiperfield Thncts Martin Oregon Parker Georgia clash over retirement of about 2000 officers to fund broader military needs. Collins Mississippi chair of the appropriations subcommittee backed the plan despite strong opposition.
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Washington
War Department
Goss
Connecticut
Chiperfield
Thncts
Martin
Oregon
Parker
Georgia
Collins
Mississippi
Francsal
Fuqua
Geveral Ashburn
Inland Waterways Corporation
Henry
Cavalry
Marin
Genra
Philippines
China
Georgia Thtonal Guard
Martin Hes
Renprese Chiperfield
Tiials
Taxation Syesaw on tracks and railroads
The Schenectady Gazette laments tax increases to fund two tracks and to rescue railroads from competition. The piece argues taxpayers finance infrastructure while facing higher costs and unclear benefits.
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Schenectady
Talks to Parents By Alice Judson Peale
A kindergarten story shows a boy Gert misreading his father promise of a bank check to buy a friend. The piece warns parents that lighthearted jokes on children deeply affect their trust and feelings, risking lasting antagonism and hurt.
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Alice Judson Peale
Nelly Wolthelm
Gert
Steffi
Orang
Steffy
Avon
Chidren
How's Your Health by Dr Lago Goldston on deafness
Dr Lago Goldston discusses hearing loss as a widespread condition across ages and life at sea tragedy to the aged and a serious handicap to the young. He notes Helen Keller as an example and contrasts deafness with blindness while outlining major historic causes and their decline.
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Lago Goldston
Helen Keller
Leen
Alabama Safety Council offers guidance on motorist light use
Editor urges readers to follow trusted lighting practices for safer driving. The Alabama Safety Council continues its series on automobile lights and safe behavior, inviting motorists to join the Golden Rule Chapter to support better road safety for all drivers and pedestrians.
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Edltor
Alabama Safety Council
Alabama Safety Councy
Circus Parade Prep in Sundown Stories
In Sundown Stories the circus parade rehearsal unfolds along River vank with children readying acts and costumes. Dick the clown is prepared by Jonah Ottewey while others gear for a lively community event with pets and odd rides in the makeshift parade route.
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Crete Perads
Rivervank
Freddy
John
Fready
Jonah
Peggy
Ada
Causes and prevention of deafness in children
The text discusses germ related deafness in infants and notes silver solutions to prevent infection. It cites congenital factors as nearly half of cases and asserts about 30 percent or more stem from diseases, many preventable. It stresses prenatal and early childhood prevention to reduce deafness.
Safety club promotes road rules and brighter headlights
A membership drive offers a Digest of the Rules of the Road, a Golden Rule emblem, and safety education through the Alabama Safety Council. Advice stresses proper headlight alignment, avoiding glare, keeping lights in order, and following traffic regulations, with notes on lamp requirements and spotlights. The text also references a separate Ottawa court case involving a Barry Fm, 37, charged after a fatal airplane crash.
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Alabama Safety Council
Alabeama Safety Council
Birmingham
Dhtvere
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