City adopts merit system to align with state law
J P Culver of the city's personnel board announced the merit system is to be established under law, with rules and the pay scale to be adopted in Chicago. Employee classifications are set and notices issued, while wage questions are being surveyed from 37 towns and private employers. Examinations are pending and will be drawn up after forms are completed.
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Culver
Chicago
City Commission
Dothat
City County Schools Observe National Education Week
Dothan and Houston County schools begin observance of National Education Week with church services at school auditoriums inviting all residents. A five day series of radio programs airs on WAGF and WDIG featuring Ashford High School and Ardilla Elementary School under the theme Meeting the Emergency in Education.
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Dothan
Houston
Lnuted
Educ
WAGF
WDIG
Ashford High School
Ardida Elementary School
County High School
Newton Jaycees and Civic Club to Meet jointly
Newtons Jaycees and the Newton Civic Club will hold a joint meeting at the high school Tuesday night. The event begins at 7:30 PM and is open to the public. A fried chicken dinner will be served and Ed Pruett, Jaycees president, will explain the group’s objectives.
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Newton’s Jaycees
Hewton
Jatt
Newton Jaycees
Newton Civic Club
October probate office revenue tops recent years
A total of 127648.46, mostly for automobile tags and licenses, was collected at the probate judge’s office in October. Judge Albert Logue said the amount is the highest for any month in recent years and noted distribution to state, county, city, and town accounts.
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Albert Logue
Yeterday
Houston County
City of
Dothan
Town
Ashford
Garedon
Madrid
Cottonwood
Webb
Columbia
State Department of Conservation
State Department At Revenue
County Directory and Field Gift Declared Invalid
Houston County cannot legally buy city and county directories for courthouse offices. Midland City and its athletic field project at Midland City High School are also barred from county or city funds. Attorney General Carmichael ruled purchases must be paid from proper funds and directed specific restrictions.
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Houston County
Midland City
Midland City Athletics Associaton
Midland City High School
Albert A. Carmichael
Albert Logue
Comnetimen FC
Preston
Houston County to fill registrar board post in progress
Five men were appointed to three registrar posts with two accepting. Declined were A Jeaque Henry Arnold and Lannie Cain leaving Dawsey Crockett and Jessup as possible chair. The governor commissioner of agriculture and state auditor form the appointing board. The delay keeps the chair unfilled as registration proceeds and board members assume duties.
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Houston County
W. R. Dawsey
J. E. Crockett
Dothan
A. Jeaque
Henry Arnold
Lannie Cain
Jessup
Arnold
Crockett
Cain
Olive Armstrong
Mra Wot Lee
Griffin Wet
Grainit
Two Die in Storm Near Boston Police Say
A damaged fragment reports two fatalities in a storm near Boston. The text is garbled but indicates deaths during severe weather and mentions emergency responders and disrupted services. No clear names, dates, or locations could be confirmed from the readable portion.
Stolen Safe Buried In Negro Cemetery
Victor Smith reports a burglary at the Dutin Milling Company on North Oites street. Thieves took the safe, dumped it in a shallow grave in a nearby cemetery, and covered it with dirt. Police noted an oddly formed mound and questioned the scene as officers investigated yesterday.
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Victor Smith
Vale of Tears
Dirglarr
Tubbaat Provident
Tye
Dutin Milling Company
Oites Street
Negra
Chet Detwetive
Darneen Lewes
Courthouse To Close On Armistice Day Observance
County offices within the courthouse will be closed on Armistice Day in observance as announced yesterday. The announcement notes modified hours and impact on public services.
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Court House
Protate Dodge Ad
County Farm Bureau Reports 1 203 New Members
Local county Farm Bureau reports show 1 203 memberships secured in the first week of the period. Officials note ongoing efforts to grow enrollment, with plans to extend promotions into another week and target reaching around 12 000 members overall.
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Farm Bureau
Danse
Weiter
TNA
Fuola Wat
Aperwerr
Steinton County
Kanney
Av Pretvely
Niobe
Renee Gare
Baceia
Odin
Nimrod Fires Shot And Target Drops
Nimrod fires a shot and the target drops in a hunting event. The scene involves a shooter, a target, and immediate impact noted by observers. Details are fragmented but indicate a successful shot affecting the target.
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Nimrod
Harriman Committee Seeks 12 To 17 Billion Aid For Europe War
The Harriman Committee told President Truman that the United States must provide between 12 billion and 17 billion dollars in Marshall Plan aid to Western Europe to win the Cold War against communism. The report outlines emergency and long term assistance to Europe and shapes forthcoming legislative action.
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Harriman Committee
Austin C. Wehrweln
Washington
Harriian Committee
Teuman
Marshall Pan
Western
Europe
Hig
Wassett
Busin
Averell Tarcman
Truman
Congress
Labor, Agriculture and Education
George C. Marxhatgood
Houe
Senate
Hyer
Ginserate
Harriman
Wisgurain
Notre Dame Stuns Army In Rough Football Clash
Notre Dame defeats Army in a high yardage battle as ex cadets spark other teams. Harold Claassen notes the Cadets fought hard, but Notre Dame held the pace with strong ground play and key drives. The game featured notable names and intense crowd reaction despite rough conditions.
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Notre Dame
Army
Harold Claassen
New York
Rent Toy
Ueap
Hote Yards
Tor
Pear Aid Xenen
Ayershad
Callege
Binnie
Wil
Shorty MeWilvasns
Academy
Arn
Caine Anil
Ryratet
Siscomtort
Brown
Pripeetan
Marvard
Cart Halland
Carcell
Charity Chest Drive Continues Amid Ongoing Efforts
A scrambled report describes a charity chest drive continuing with community volunteers and partners. It mentions fundraising activity, repeated calls for support, and financial figures such as a £1900 target or amount. Names, dates, and places are unclear due to damaged text but the item centers on ongoing charity collection efforts and community involvement.
Modern Ben Hur Rampage Shocks North Carolina City
In Gastonia North Carolina pedestrians stared as a motorized replica of a Ben Hur chariot scene roared through a busy street. The driver, snarling and erratic, steered the wagon craft along, with the vehicle tipping onto two wheels before resuming the dash down the avenue.
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North Carolina
Gastonia
Waliay
New Rio
Communist Block Outsmarts in Global Shifts Report
Fragmented OCR text depicts a chaotic narrative with references to Communists, geopolitical tension, and conflicts in Europe and Greece. Names and places are unclear, but mentions suggest a period of strategic pressure and shifting alliances amid wartime discourse. The piece reads like a column digest of international affairs with speculative tone.
Wind Grabs $1,100 and returns it with interest
A bank incident reports a windfall of $1,100 in currency and checks seized by the wind. Volunteers recovered the money and handed it back with interest after tallying the loss. The scene occurred on a city street near the bank, with witnesses noting the unusual recovery effort.
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Kerlin Maurer
Russians Train Germans Report In World War II Era
Fragmented report describes German forces and Allied reactions amid war tensions. Mentions Neville Chamberlain, Lord Hesebe, and various figures, with references to German prisoner dynamics and wartime command.
European currencies seek stability amid eurozone critique
Amid talk of a backbone European currencies need new structure to stabilize the euro area. An international committee warns that current steps to salvage the system are insufficient and urges decisive reforms and accountability to prevent further financial strain.
Cold Front Ends Indian Summer With Snow and Wind
A sharp cold front collapses the late season warmth bringing gusty winds and snow showers across the region. Temperatures fall rapidly as residents brace for patchy accumulations and slick roads. Local officials urge caution for travelers and outdoor activities. Wind gusts approach notable speeds at exposed coastal and highland areas, while precipitation shifts from rain to snow in higher elevations. The change signals the first taste of winter after an unseasonably mild spell.
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Dothan Milling Company
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Hettain Lett
Lucas
Paice
Bottony Redt
Lurar
Uringte Steff Piantes
Salisbury
Mass
Salisbury Beach
Boston
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Anuiheart
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Vince
Arias
Kasteen
Emery
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Greece
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Feeiats
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Qulblar
Yunier
Ae Farne
Tchutley
Hesebe
Neville
Penoeillie
Germany
Mark van Panias
Warmington, AP
Mathall Phanaid
Ps Fame
Stakner Purendies
Dee Ron
U.S
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