Red Cross Seeks More Local Members For Appeals
Judge J J Speight of Dothan chapter hopes increased Red Cross membership will curb disaster relief appeals by spreading funds and readiness. He notes communities typically face one or two appeals yearly and that local dues bolster emergency response, enabling rapid aid and external fundraising when needed. The Houston County chapter aims for 1250 members by Armistice to Thanksgiving Day.
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J. J. Bpeight
Dothan
Red Gres
Red Crosz H
Wwearvela
Speight
Osset
National Red Cross
Bidiaamteto
Red Cross
Houston County
Prolonged Dry Spell Threatens Alabama Crops
Auburn Alabama November 14 AP a prolonged dry spell threatens crops across the state since October. Soils dry hard and water supplies fall low. Winter legumes and oats face planting delays. Hay stocks may fall short and pasture is poor. Smoke from fires adds nuisance and dust aiding disease spread. County agents report slowed farm work and damaged cotton, corn, and potatoes.
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Alabama
3.N. Baker
Momers
John Blake
Larmere
Penny cans aid child welfare in Houston county drive
The Child Welfare Committee in Houston county asks for public donations to support needy children. A county welfare official notes funds are tight as many services are strained, with workers paid locally but reliant on public generosity. The committee has placed penny cans citywide and urges giving at least two pennies daily to ensure essentials for all county children.
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Committee On Child Welfare
Houston County
Bualesa
Houton County Welfare Department
Dothan
Welfare Department
Auto Hay Rake Collision Injures Dothan Man
Jake Carr of Dothan is recovering from bruises and cuts after his car collided with a hay rake on Campbellton Highway Saturday night. He suffered head injuries and other bruises and was treated at a hospital before being released. Reports state Carr was passing another car when the collision occurred as the rake was reportedly being pulled by a machine.
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Jake Carr
Dothan
Campbellton Highway
Carr
Marriage Writs Issued for Three Couples Here
Three couples obtained marriage writs this weekend in the city. Names include William L. Hodges and Annie Lee of Dothan, plus RB Arnold and Eton Gibson with other residents listed. Also noted are two building permits issued, one for repairing a residence at 208 Montes Street owned by Harry Meare costing 475, and a new garage on Mrs. J. C. Sims property costing 50.
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William L. Hodges
Dothan
Annie Lee
RB Arnold
Headland
Eton Gibson
Midian
Frankie’ Glass
Fannin Sac Moesris
Ardforg
Harry Meare
Montes Etrest
J. C. Sims
Newston
Commandery Meeting Scheduled by Knights Templar Officials
Officials announced a meeting of the Dothan Commandery Knights Templar tonight at 7 o'clock.
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Dothan Commandery
Knights Templar
Wiler
Order
Car License Tags Sold In This County By Nov 15
A county reports 2,102 car license tags sold by November 15, with a higher volume than last year at the same date. Officials note October sales were down by 429 from last year, and many owners paid a penalty for late tagging as the state collects tax from motor vehicle licenses.
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Houston
Sami Inday
Farmers Target 100 Acres of Strawberries in Houston County
Houston County strawberry association members plan to plant 100 acres with plants to be on the ground by February. Thirty farmers attended a meeting to order plants and set the next session for November 27 at Rehobeth High School to finalize orders. Yields of 48 to 162 twenty-four quart crates per acre were reported in nearby Butler County with prices from 3 to 4.40 per crate, and the group projected a potential net profit of about 310 per acre in Houston County.
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Houston County
Houston County Strawberry Association
Rehobeth High School
Planta
Elsewiere
J. R. Harrison
Dothan
Route Six
The
Strawberry Association
Grady Underwood
Route One
McKenzie
Butler County
Batliet
Underwood
Harrison
Lso
Association
Florida
North Alshams
Menning
George H. Malone
Firet National
Keller
Cullman County
B. Mullins
Alabama Farm Bureau
We Prattt
Chicago Evangelist Addresses Students at Bob Jones College
The Rev. Dr Hrlerly lectured and led campus services at Bob Jones College in Chicago. He visited the campus for several days and spoke to students and families at the chapel, while also joining revival efforts tied to a radio program by WAFA.
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Chicago Evangelist
Bob Jones College
ROB Jones College
Hrlerly
Popelar Chapel
Plerly
Dr. Jones
Repyse
Tournament Be Held In Selma In March
Tournament details remain unclear with fragmented text noting Selma Alabama and March scheduling. The readable items mention a star player and an event possibly tied to a local or regional competition, but exact date, organizers, and format are not provided.
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Selma
Roosevelt And Smith To Talk Things Over
New York dispatch says Governor Franklin Roosevelt and Governor Alfred Smith will meet at a private luncheon this week to discuss possible presidential prospects. The arrangement reportedly came from Roosevelt, though aides offered no confirmation. Observers note the timing follows last week’s discussions among Smith, John Raskob, and Gov. Albert C. Ritchie on Democratic viability.
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New York
The
Timen Xega
Franklin Roosevelt
Farmer
Alfredmith
Times
Smith
John Raskoh
Democratic National Committee
lGav
Albert Ritchie
Maryland
Federal education department urged for Hoover
A presidential advisory committee urges creation of a federal education department headed by a cabinet member. The two year study reports recommend avoiding federal policy shifts during Hoover's administration and emphasize state and local control of education.
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Washington
Voblagt
Pres
Hoover
Baldwin Livestock Farming Assured Amid Market Strength
A murky excerpt notes Baldwin farming stability with mentions of ram stock and growing demand. Despite garbled text, the item implies confidence in sheep and cattle yields, market prices, and farm operations supported by local producers. Names and places are unclear due to transcription errors.
Fight Over 30 Cents Ends In Man's Death
A dispute over 30 cents led to the death of Jemma Philips, 25, near Atlanta and Klountonaheeta. Des Walker, Jr., a neighbor, is being sought as the suspect after Philips was stabbed and cut, dying in hospital. Police expect to arrest Walker soon.
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Jemma Philips
Atlanta
Klountonaheeta
Des Walker, Jr
Phillipatomy
Phillips
Walker
Vaweil Walker
Pyblipx
Ninabet
Chinese Troops Attack Japanese Forces Report
Tokyo reports a clash at daybreak near Talislax with Chinese forces attacking Japanese troops. The Japanese government, speaking at the League of Nations session, warned the league may not save Japan from fate. In Manchuria, Japanese forces reported a riverfront victory over a 4,000 strong Chinese cavalry detachment, capturing a village near Tang. The battle details indicate limited Japanese gains and resumed Chinese enveloping efforts to the east.
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League
Japan
Tokyo
Mukden
Manchuria
Nox
Ure Nanal River
Clayton Wamith Dies In Devon Hospital
Clayton Wamith dies in Devon Hospital after a period of illness. City officers are installed for next year at Graceville, with routine ceremonies and local officials in attendance.
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Clayton Wamith
Devon Hospital
Graceville
Red Cross Roll Call Opens In Houston County
The Red Cross roll call begins in Houston County with a countywide drive seeking 41.20 members and aiming to surpass the quota as volunteers recruit across districts. Reports note many workers canvassing the county as solicitations proceed.
Plan to Purchase A.F. & G. Railway Considered
In Alabama and Florida the plan to buy the A.F. & G. Railway is before the Public Service Commission. Proposals include extending Alabama tram lines to Do than and Florida, with a route between Dothan and Panama City. A petition seeks Commerce Commission approval and a hearing if protests arise, while the line remains with a receiver.
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Nye
Cowaria
Ala
Greewood
Fla
Jirckweers
Alabama
Dothan
Florida
Marienna
Sunt
Maria
Luntstown
Marchane
Commerce
Aluhahia
Is Wto
Protestamte
M E Conference Opens in Capital City November 19
Montgomery reports the M E Conference opens in the capital on November 19 marking a milestone as the city hosts the event for the first time. Delegates will discuss a proposed Judicial Council and constitutional measure affecting church governance and a cabinet meeting precedes the opening.
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M. E
Capital City
Montgomery
Judicial Council
Alabama
Methodiat Episcopat
Ehurch
South
Nouncemant
Jadunn
Blahoo W. N. Aineworth
Birmingham
North Alabama
College of Bishops
Committee On Appeals
Ainsworth
Eltora
al Athete
BE. Andrews
Dhowthan
Fev
Kensin T. Haghen
Forest Hamer & Lines
Gastonburg
Mahorte
Yeatey
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