Cross of Life in the Wiregrass Boy Hurt in Fall
Nine year old Franklin Lewis, son of Mr and Mrs Lewis of Geneva, suffered a broken arm after a fall from a tree. He was taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1950
Page
1
Nine year old Franklin Lewis, son of Mr and Mrs Lewis of Geneva, suffered a broken arm after a fall from a tree. He was taken to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.
Indiana business leaders and trade associations intensify political activity in the state. The Indiana State Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Manufacturers Association press for greater business influence, wiring campaigns, arranging meetings, and distributing a new handbook on political participation to guide members. The effort follows a pattern of influence seen in prior sessions and aims to educate and mobilize business interests across districts.
Thirty persons were injured when the ceiling over a balcony at the Gequeia Theater collapsed in Redwood City California sending about 19 tons of ornamental plaster and reinforcing onto moviegoers. Most were hospitalized with varying injuries and one woman, Vangie Cave aged 4, was in serious condition after apparently jumping from a upstairs seat. Police described the event as a sudden roar like thunder followed by a panic that quickly subsided.
Leona Latham, named material witness in a white slavery case, was released to federal officers by Dothan authorities and moved to Rockford Alabama jail. Houston County Jail lacks a matron for female federal prisoners. Latham posted a $12 vagrancy fine. Iris Smith, linked to the case from Wichita Falls, was bonded at 3000 and later charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, with a $52 Recorder's Court fine.
Birmingham's population gains are estimated at roughly 92,000 over the last decade, with the city city area expected to grow substantially. Officials note the rise reflects expansion in Jefferson County and surrounding districts, while executives in the region project continued growth.
Washington AP reports Painp art general manager of The Daily Worker the Communist newspaper faced tough questions from the House Un American Activities Committee Rep Walter chairing indicated contempt proceedings were possible over alleged alias use in a passport application in 193.
The Indiana Times analyzed voter participation as a gauge of civic education and political engagement. It notes turnout rising from about 30 percent of 2,009,000 registered voters in 1948 to around 40 percent in 1950, attributing the increase to desire for change and public sentiment.
The Madison County American Guard aims to educate voters at about one dollar per head for a 15 month period ending December 1950. Led by director Chuck Harbaugh, the group plans beleaguered staffing, precinct campaigns, and union-backed candidate screening to boost turnout, with a focus on the May primary and November election. The movement claims 4 000 members in 2 500 households and targets roughly 660 to 900 voters per precinct.
OZARK Funeral services for 37 year old Thorn, an insured seaman, are set for tomorrow at Salem Church at 2 p.m. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Thorn died in an automobile wreck near Choaboton yesterday. he was alone. A World War III veteran, he served in the National Guard and American Legion and owned a late service business. Surviving are his widow, a son Jack F Thorn of Ozark, a sister and brother, and several nieces and nephews. The arrangements were handled by Morinsteill.
Medical notes by SOWIN F JORDAN M D describe mongoloid idiocy with a pear shaped skull and facial features. The piece cites potential hereditary links and suggests early institutional care, while stating the birth of a mongoloid child is relatively common and not a parental fault.
James Herring elected Worshipful Master of Dothan Masonic Lodge 488 at the annual meeting. Officers selected to serve with him include Charles W. Boyett J W Jackson T B Moore J7 Kelley Paul Yelverton Lone Frank Snill Malcolm Brown Ennia Roebveck tiler CG E Shir fey and others in various posts.
USDA reports about 700 cattle 425 calves and 200 hogs across Albany Columbus Moul Vie Thomasville Tifian Gas bathan Jacksonville and Tallas. Prices steady to one cent higher with varied lots in different weight classes and plants.
Two Vermonters aged 57 and 54 delayed applying for age assistance in Montpelier. The state notes residents can retain independence longer through work and play and mentions dry cleaning friction contributing to wear from agitation.
The American Guard, labeled by CIO as a native American fascist movement, stirs controversy in Madison County Indiana. Backed by Anderson business leaders as a bipartisan reform effort, its leadership denies ties to the Chamber of Commerce while critics warn of national spread and political influence.
AP reports Wade buying and short covering influence prices while July and October cotton futures fluctuate in New Orleans and New York. The text also veers into a historical profile of the American Guard movement in Indiana, detailing its leaders, origins, and political context.
City records show building activity rising with permits issued for seventy seven thousand eight hundred forty six dollars. The list includes multiple residential projects across South Pontiac and Trognola drives, with several homes and addresses noted.
A death near birth at a Detter hospital was to be buried at p.m. today at pee Church. The Rev. A D Zhinden was to officiate with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing burial in the church community. Survivors include three brothers and other relatives.
A FTP Grumman Tigercat plane from Maxwell Field vanished during night flight near Hampstead North Carolina while en route to Cherry Point. The aircraft, carrying a pilot and passenger, disappeared about 20 minutes from its destination as a storm moved in. Twenty planes joined the search of the main aircraft today.
Fragment summary notes a weak poultry market in Georgia with scarce supplies and generally steady prices. Buyers report demand steady but some sellers indicate low inventory and rising costs.
Mrs Edward H. Newton of Cincinnati reports Hadacol improved her family health. The ad claims Hadacol supplies vitamins A B2 niacin and iron to treat deficiencies, improves appetite and color, and offers a money back guarantee. It touts clinical use by doctors and widespread patient relief amid testimonials.
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