Father of Slain Breton Root Cries Out at Lies
The Rev. Benjamin Franklin Root defends his son Breton Root’s memory and says he will stand by Mrs. Rowege, the woman accused of murder. District attorney McClain signals indictment for first degree murder as grand jury meets. Root prays justice will come without cruel punishment and asks the public to learn the truth.
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Memphis
Tenn
Benjamin Franklin Root
Breton Root
Shelby County
Grand Jury
W. T. McClain
Root
Jessie Mahan
Will Rogers Memorial Fund Launched By National Leaders
Col. Leonard W. Calvert of Lake Charles recounts Rogers grief and humor as Will Rogers Memorial Commission calls for subscriptions. Henry Ford, Herbert Hoover, Alfred E. Smith and others back memorials for charitable educational humanitarian aims, with living ongoing tributes instead of marble shafts.
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Will Rogers
Rogers
Henry Ford
Herbert Hoover
Alfred E. Smith
Will H. Hays
Chicago Symphony origins and regional chamber chatter
The clipping recalls the Chicago Symphony Orchestra founded in 1891 and notes its two early conductors Theodore Thomas and Frederick Broc. It also covers remarks by A. T. Rob and Leonard P. Ayres on regional economic reform, commerce groups in Abbeville and Columbus, and the impact of consumer demand shifts on the Chattahoochee area’s business cycle.
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Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Theodore Thomas
Frederick Broc
Whatley Chosen as New V F W Chapter Chief
T. J. Whatley Jr is named commander of the local V F W chapter succeeding the former leader. The announcement highlights Whatley's prior service and leadership within the post. He takes command as the organization prepares upcoming events and community activities.
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Whatley
T. J. Whatley, Jr
Black-Draught Long Established Reliable Laxative
Aelean system for health promotes a purely vegetable laxative to cleanse the digestive tract. The ad cites numerous testimonials including I. O. Ansley of Dallas Texas who says Black Draught provides relief and calls it the best medicine for certain ailments. He notes long health and a Georgia past.
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Ansley
Dallas
Toxsa
Texas
Cuthber
Georgia
Abbeville Meeting Promotes Valley Chamber Effort
The piece cites Abellog Scouoman and H C Forbes noting billions in demand and the need to replace worn machinery. George C Smith of St Louis urges investment as factories restart, while Southeast plant growth and bank capital spur expansion. A big Abbeville meeting Friday at 10 in the courthouse will feature Elizah Glover presiding and delegates hearing about the chamber’s potential, followed by a barbecue at McDaniel Springs hosted by the Abbeville Kiwanis.
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Abellog Scouoman
H.C. Forbes
George C. Smith
St. Louis
bin Feild
Dothan
Houston County
Valley Chamber
Abbeville
Court House
Elizah Glover
J. W. Woodruff
Jackson Principals Hold Session at Camp
Jackson county principals met at Camp Gouldin on November 8 for their regular business meeting hosted by a fish supper. Attendees included county and industrial school leaders and multiple named principals.
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Jackson
Camp Gouldin
Jackson County
J.D. Milton
E. T. Denmark
R. Hi. Poston
S. E. Hand
J. B. Cody
A. R. Morrow
J. P. Cone
H. D. Hagler
D. R. Allen
James Bevis
B.C. Webb
A. J. Stevens, Jr
Wille Tidwell
F. M Whigham
R. D. Chambliss
W. J. Mitchell
D. E., Willems
P. Finlayson
Millard Davidson
Industrial School
Will Rogers Memorial Fund Appeal Enclosed Gift
A Dothan reader supports the Will Rogers Memorial Fund with a contributed amount to be sent to the National Fund. The note directs no deductions and designates funds for the Memorial Committee via the local Dothan committee.
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Will Rogers Memorial Fund
Dothan
Youth Victim Described as Unfortunate Circumstances
An officer of the juvenile court defended Miss Underwood as a victim of unfortunate circumstances. He noted she was once a ward of the court after her deaf mute parents were found destitute and cited her account of trying to avoid Breton Root, even climbing the back fence at home to escape him.
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Ficer
Juventis Court
Miss Underwood
Miss Mahan
Tragic ice accident claims two children near Spokane
In Spokane Washington a farmer boy Raymond McDonald twelve and his sister Wilma seven drowned after breaking through a two inch ice on Hanson Creek while sledding. The girl reportedly jumped in to save her brother but both were lost before help arrived.
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Spokane
Wash
Hanson Creek
Alater
Raymond McDonald
Wilma
Theirl
Racketeer Must Do Time for Cheating U.S. On Income Tax
Irving Wexler known as Waxey Gordon had conviction for conspiracy and attempted tax evasion upheld by the U S circuit court of appeals. His ten year sentence plus fines totaling about 19876 stands, with judges finding insufficient grounds to overturn or double punish. He fled when questioned about his declared income, a key factor in the verdict.
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New York
Irving Wexler
Waxey Gordon
United States Circuit Court of Appeal
Wexler
New Jersey
Rackatser
Leonard Hand
Privilege Licenses Total Reach $48 157 for City and County
City and county privilege license payments through November 1 totaled 48 157 77 before delinquency. City receipts stood at 29 063, ahead of county fees at 18 180 77, with officials noting yearly totals reflect more payments than permits issued and many merchants still to buy permits. City Clerk I P Scarborough said the figures show growth over last year.
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Clark I. P
Scarborough
New Movie and Theatre Listings Across Regions
The page lists Thursday and Friday cinema showings featuring George Raft and Joan Kennett in She Couldn't Take It with Bille Burke and Walter Connolly, plus Edmond Lowe and Ann Sothern in Grand Exit. Saturday includes Officer's Mews and Popeye cartoons with Frankie Darro and Gene Autry in Phantom Empire amid regional theater entries. In Alabama, Hop Along Cassidy Eagle's Record with Dorothy Revier and Willam Farnum appears alongside Buck Jones thriller Roaring Went. Chicago reports a divorce alimony ruling in which Samuel Robin receives weekly support after his wife deserted him and their children. Budapest notes Regent Horthy opposing a moral one-child policy while promising population-boosting measures and easier marriages.
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Nanak Martinez
Buck Jones
Roaring
Alcazar
Gene Stratton Porter
Tom Brown
Virginia Wildner
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Home Tate
Robarts
Leonard P. Ayres
Lucille Underwood
Southland
Seas
Aeecea
Chesterfield
U.S
Chicago
Samuel Robin
Sarah
Ebe
Budapest
Horthy
Blumberg
Dothan Vs. Ozark
Melton
Kayneée
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Bove
Kanee
Mickey Mouse
Jackie Cooper
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