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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1932
Page
1
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In Alabama federal court proceedings, indictments against eight defendants were not quashed as defense motions argued the grand jury and petit jury were improperly drawn. Witnesses testified the venire was drawn properly, and Judge Kennamer overruled the motions. The eight defendants face trial in April on charges related to conspiracy to violate federal funds and loan regulations. In Atlanta, traffic accidents caused eleven deaths across the South weekend, with Louisiana reporting five deaths near Natchitoches, Florida four, North Carolina four, and Alabama one the Warrior river incident.
Washington May 23 AP The supreme court and Congress met with police protection to curb Communist and bonus advocate demonstrations. Activists threatened to march on the court where lawyers for seven Negro defendants sentenced to death in Alabama for an attack on two white girls were to file a writ of certiorari. Alabama Attorney General Knight attended and planned to review the petition before deciding on time to answer. Additional police and bond advocates teams were directed to the capitol.
MOPEWELL May 23 AP White John Curtis known as the hoax negotiator in the Lindbergh kidnapping case winds down his pursuit of a new resolution. A Hunterdon county grand jury sits as Prosecutor Hauck hints at murder testimony and tighter cages. Governor Moore in Trenton reports envoys of Al Capone asked for aid.
A large crowd is expected at the New Providence church for the fifth Sunday service scheduled next Sunday. A special program has been arranged for the gathering. Jury selection occurred in a distant case with jurors from Houston and surrounding counties, including names and occupations listed before a recess.
Washington AP report notes Senator William Borah of Idaho will not participate in the Republican national convention leading the Hoover campaign. The move, described as final, comes amid questions over his harmony with the president and indicates Borah will abstain regardless of Congress status. Mayor Ezell proclaims Safety Week urging action to curb preventable accidents and promote safer practices across the city.
Virginia Helms a 14 year old girl of Midland City route two died in a Dothan hospital from a ruptured appendix. She was survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Sylvester Helms, three sisters Mara Hne Helms Jeanette Helms and Francis Helms and a brother Cecil Helms. Funeral arrangements were being planned with Silcox Grove church officiated by Rev Jeter Baldwin and Marvin Truett.
Mrs. Goodman aged 70 died at her home at 20 Fifth Avenue Dothan early today after a week long illness. Funeral services will be held at Bethel Church Baker Hill tomorrow at 11 am with Rev J A Gunter officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Dowling and Rhodes in charge. Survived by one daughter Mrs George Hunter of Dothan and six sons Green Headland G C and Dewey Columbus Calvin Methaehven S J Quinn C Columbia Charlie Dothan one brother J H Gold Baker Hill.
Mrs. Eama Bell Farmer of Headland died at home after weeks of illness. Survived by husband A A Farmer, three daughters Ruby Willard and Blon dell, two brothers Hosea and Walter Parker of Donalsonville, and three sisters Della Deugins Len 2 Money and Mrenie Direee of Headland. Funeral at Pleasant Hill church with Rev J B Hun brick and Rev Tinett i pastor, burial in church cemetery. Funeral Co. liv cherze.
A large new cutter arrived Sunday at Port Everglades to be permanently attached, with a crew of seven officers and enlisted men. The Coast Guard presence is established as part of the southeastern waters defense.
Four Houston girls are slated to attend a short course at Auburn with plans to compete in events. The group will include several county entrants and is expected to gain experience and exposure at the Auburn meet.
May 23 London AP Mrs Amelia Harbart Putnam the first woman to fly the Aulxetic nole demonstrated proficiency in shopping as well as aviation after breakfast at the American embassy she hurried to a West End shopping center to attend a luncheon hosted by the Institute of Journalists Ambassador Mellon attended and praised the achievement Toasts were made to the president and to the king using a glass of water.
The cast for the free Friday night drama Who Killed Karl Wright? at the city auditorium has been chosen. It lists judges, sheriffs, defendants, witnesses, counsel, reporters, and several local figures, with a call to the public to attend and hear the dramatic trial.
A statewide safety drive in Alabama aims to reduce traffic deaths after 1931 losses and $45 million in economic impact. Led by Erskine Ramsay and W H R Lloyd, the Alabama Safety Council and Birmingham Safety Council mobilize 20 city committees to educate motorists on vehicle laws with police support and a new Alabama Motorist Club.
County officers made eight arrests during the week for alleged intoxication and home liquor activity. One man faced charges for possessing 16 gallons of home brew. The report notes multiple incidents and ongoing enforcement in the region.
Firefighters reported a Sunday morning blaze at 308 Son's Appletree, destroying a single dwelling owned by D. A. Saliba. Saliba and his wife were trapped inside, later hospitalized. neighbors say they would have fled via the rear door if possible. Damages estimated at $7,000 with $2,000 insurance on the house.
A fire started by an off stove in the kitchen of a Lena Street dwelling Saturday afternoon caused extensive damage to the residence and its contents. The blaze spread through most rooms. two families occupied the house owned by Mrs. Witon. Firefighters arrived after flames had gained headway, with damage estimated at £100.
Senator Hugo Black spoke at the Geneva courthouse on Friday night supporting flood protection and federal aid for levee defenses as part of his reelection bid. Former Governor Thomas E. Bayard also addressed voters at the courthouse on Saturday as a U S Senator candidate.
The funeral for 74 year old N Drinkwater was held at Union Springs church near Radford. He died Sunday at his son Cariton Drinkwater’s home in Albton Touteree. The service was led by the church pastor with arrangements by Fellows and Forrester. Survivors include three daughters Mrs Wessie Reynolds Mrs Claudie Jane and Bre Dapnile Lee McNeal and two sons Carlton and Newton Drinkwater.
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