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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1931

Page

5

French Chamber Directs Call on Laval Over Washington Visits

The French Chamber of Deputies foreign affairs committee voted 10 to 0 to direct its vice president to inform Premier Laval that recent Washington London and Berlin visits were insufficient. Deputies demand publication of a yellow book on the Washington conference and details on plans for a 1932 disarmament conference and Sino Japanese conflict settlement.

Wee Laval PARIB Ite Washington London Berlin Henri Guernut Marius Moutet League

County awards lumber and culvert bids for bridges

The county commissioners awarded a contract for 50 000 feet of lumber for bridges to L F Phillips after bids showed lumber prices at 17 95 per foot versus 725 to 400 per thousand previously. A second contract for culvert piping went to Diette Wetal and Cover company at 8000 dollars, and D A Walden of Headiasa won the Ford truck bid at 38 60, about 71.40 below other bids.

L. F. Phillips Harry K. Martin Martin Ditte Weta D. A. Walden Headiasa

Wet Leads In N J Race for Nomination

Elizabeth New Jersey November 18 AP Degeld McLean a pro prohibitionist led the Republican nomination race for representative in the fifth district as 277 of 298 precincts reported in yesterdays four corner contest. McLean had 8577 votes with Kennth Hand 689 Wesley Stanger 138 and John Nicol 4309 in the field. The result would nominate a wet candidate for the December 1 special election to succeed Ernest R Ackerman. Percy Stewart, a Democratic hopeful, backs repeal change in the eighteenth amendment.

Percy H. Stewart McLean Kenneth C. Hand Wesley A. Stanger John Nicol

Heavily Armed Men Rob McIntosh Bank for 4100 Loot

Three heavily armed men robbed the Bank of McIntosh, Florida, taking 4100 and fleeing in two automobiles. They forced cashier C. D. Powell to the rear, attempted to lock him in the vault, he retrieved a weapon and fired. officers pursued as the trio fled.

Mintosh Fin Bank of McIntosh C. D. Powell Um Bank Automoblien

Today's Cotton Market Today in ae 4a Dees.

Market notes show erratic cotton price movement with tentative bids and uneven demand. Analysts mention regional influences, weather concerns, and seasonality affecting futures, with traders awaiting clearer futures guidance and export data.

Anthony D Sayre Dies at 73 on Long Illness in Montgomery

Anthony D. Sayre associate justice of the Alabama Supreme Court died at his Montgomery home after a long illness. He had served on the bench since 1909 and was reelected to successive terms. his career included roles in both state politics and law. He was born in Tuskegee on April 29, 1855, educated at Roanoke College, admitted to the bar in 1880, and held multiple state offices before joining the Supreme Court.

Montgomery Anthony D. Sayre Alabama Supreme Court Capitol Supreme Court Braxton Comer Conservatiom Hi Keynote Anthony Dickinson Sayre Pendg Bila Sayre Tuskegee Dade and Musdora (Morgan) Sayre Calvin and Mary Ikinnoo) Sayre George and Francis Irby) Morgan Aludazia State House of Representatives State Senate Senate City Court of James R. Dowdell

Child Welfare Committee Appeals for Pennies in Penny Cans

The Houston County Child Welfare Committee urges residents to donate pennies by placing them in green penny cans scattered citywide. Even 100 pennies from 100 people can fund essential care for needy children this winter, easing cold and hunger for local youngsters. The appeal asks readers to do their part by not pocketing coins but dropping them into the cans.

Houston County Houston County Child Welfare Committee

Son born to Gene Tunney former heavyweight champion

Gene Tunney former heavyweight champion and his wife Polly Lauder Tunney welcomed a baby boy at Sloan Hospital in the Columbia University Medical Center. The mother, daughter of a prominent Connecticut family, is reported to be doing well as is the infant.

New York Gene ‘Tunney Mise Polly Lauder Greenwich Conn Sloane Hospital Columbia University Medical Center Tunney Aummer Europe

Southern Educators Meet In Montgomery Last of This Month

More than 1,000 southern educators will gather in Montgomery at the end of November and early December for conferences of the Association of College and Secondary Schools and of school supervisors. The College and Secondary Schools meeting runs November 30 to December 4, followed by the school supervisors December 14 and 15. Dr. William J. Cooper, Alabama education commissioner, will attend December 14 and urged county superintendents from southern states to attend.

Montgomery Ala Association of College and Secondary Schools College and Secondary Schools Association William J. Cooper A. S. Commissioner of Education Ohne Educaor

Permission Needed From U S for Jeffries Trial

Former Houston county tax collector William B Jeffries now held in West Palm Beach on a government fraud charge of 540. He may be transferred to circuit court here next week for embezzlement tied to a bond of 5000 and requires U S government permission before proceeding. The calendar lists his embezzlement charge and warrants his return after waiving preliminary hearing.

Wiliam B. Jeffries Houston County U. S Jeffries West Palm Beach U.S Hele Jeffrea Thi City Trend

Christmas Fund To Be Distributed Among Members

New Orleans announces that $2,584,864 from Christmas savings funds will be distributed to 73,412 members by memorial banks and the New Orleans Clearing House association on November 25. Chairman M. L. Bouden notes the amount may slightly fall short of prior year figures.

New Orleans Christman Savings Memorial Banks New Orleans Clearing Hour Association M. L. Bouden

Alabama Baptists Recommend 350000 Budget For State

Opelik a reports show Dr L E Barton presenting the Alabama Baptist State Convention budget of 350000 for 1933. The plan includes 35000 for the Baptist Orphanage and 315000 for the Cooperative Program along with noted declines in total gifts and cooperative receipts. The report highlights bond payments met and economies, plus promotions in B Y P U and Sunday school work.

Barton

New Filling Station Planned in City

A new gasoline filling station will be built at the corner of Main and Appletree streets. The brick storefront will cost about 510 dollars, with J. L. DeJamette authorized as contractor and city hall issuing the building permit.

Appletree Streets J. L. DeJamette Alto Dees Vel

University of Alabama Opens Flying School at Maynor Field

A flying school is established at Maynor Field by Birmingham Air Service Inc after negotiations by the Tuscaloosa Chamber of Commerce and the University of Alabama Chapter of the National Aeronautical Association. The program, approved by the Commerce Department, offers ground instruction, ten hours of dual flight, and ten hours of navigation, with training for aeronautical engineering students and broad access to the public.

Henry A. Frazier Air Service Univaraity Moriay Eprotiment Elarte Agan Aeronautical Engine University Atudent National Aeronautical Assnciation Nemeater Aeronantiony Abudéni Ttte Sheratt Nearing

Couple Celebrates 45th Wedding Anniversary

A large crowd attended a dinner in honor of Mr. and Mrs. B. J. Herring as they marked their 45th wedding date. Attendants included many relatives from Taylor Dothan Malvern and nearby towns.

Meg B. J. Merring Willitone Mr All Calling Martha Malon Mra Stary Kyaér Minnie Myrtle Leon Meldon Taylor James and Wert Herring Dothan William Ssynders Malvern Ard Strieuland Ruth K.L. Fre Jame J. W. Enel Lucile Geraline David James Ganey Donald Edward Nettle J. F Driggers Felsem Wilbur Ina Laura Barbara Mu Bow Rhinper Masgery Skipner, Jr Durwood

Legion Meeting Fails to Clarify Key Items

The Chenier Re Vickery Beat of the American Legion held a meeting Friday at 7 35 p m. Officials announced an important business item discussed during the session though details were unclear in the report.

Murder charges to be considered by Geneva jury

H C Price Jr and Wallace Bowen of Newville face joint first degree murder charges in the death of Ethel Price. The automobile crash near Hartford and Bowen’s statement that Price killed his wife with a car axle are cited as the crime’s context. The two men, held without bond, were arrested after Price was treated in Dothan hospital. The axle and car wreck debris are held as evidence. </analysis>

H.C. Price, Jr Wallace Bowen Newville Jait Ethel Price Sollchor J. Norton Mullins Price Bowen Hartford Dothan Charlies Phyalelana J. A. Driver Geneva County Geneva Fall

P T A to Sponsor Package Sale for School Benefit

The Junior High Parent Teacher Association announces a Saturday package sale to raise funds for Taylor High School athletic equipment. Local Dothan merchants donated various packages from groceries to car repair goods for the sale at Hoveton Jewelry Company. Proceeds seek to reduce a debt of 160 for athletic equipment.

First Rain Returns After Six Weeks Helps Garden Crops

Garden crops greet first rainfall in six weeks with slow, light showers that quench thirsting plants. A morning fog lifted to rain and cooler temperatures, with forecasts for additional showers. Dothan reports a light sprinkle overnight.

Former Tennessee Governor Alfred A. Taylor Improves in Hospital

Alfred A. Taylor, 83, former Tennessee governor, showed improvement under Dr Harry Miller after illness. Doctors reported his tongue and throat responses normal and his condition stabilizing as he receives care.

Johnson City Tenn Tennreare Alfred A. Taylor Norinary Ji Mona Harry Dy Saimer Taylor Miler

Woman Recovers After Wy and Town Titular Incident

Sybil Watford of Dothan reportedly recovered from an alleged poisoning episode that left her town in fear and prompted an investigation by local authorities. The incident drew attention to public safety and medical response in the community.

Wye Sybil Watford Dothan

Advertising Trade Notices from National Advertisers

fragmentary notice from New York on November 1 regarding the Warhington ad agency and the Myers Company. details are garbled but relate to advertising industry listings and regulatory notices.

Warhington

Democratic leaders map 1982 presidential plan in Alabama

Birmingham report notes State Democratic executive committee to meet December 10 to chart activities for the 1982 presidential campaign. J. House, chair of the Democratic National Committee, will meet with state leaders to outline a state plan and address a statewide rally with him as principal speaker.

Birmingham Tho Es Democratic Executive Committee Ranke Jouelt Hhouse Democratic National Executive Committee Uns Bhoura Ninth Jefferson County George P. Bondurant FE. W. Pettus Selma Mr. Shouse Denira Rieminghay

Smoot Recommends Tax Increases on Income and Sales

Senate Finance Chairman Smoot proposed a broad rise in income tax rates and a steep expansion of a sales tax. He backed raising the top income tax to about 49 percent for earnings over 100000, after visiting the treasury department where the administration’s revenue plan was almost complete.

Smoot Washington CAPI Ennate Finance Asd Emoot Mnance Vinit Treasury

Fire Ruins House on Highway Near Here

A blaze destroyed a house on a highway near Shamrock Tor, Aghfied Highoway, with an estimated loss of money and possessions. Firemen could not halt the spread due to missing hydrants, and a motor item parked nearby was damaged but the building’s goods were saved. K Sapp of Dothan identified the burned structure as belonging to a local owner Green. A second truck from the Coins Rakion attempted to fight the flames but did not reach the site before the fire was contained.

Shamrock Tor Highoway Oriain Becauen Siam Ae. K. Sapp Dothan Ber Green Deking Company

Japanese Troops Occupy Hailungkiang Province

AP reports Japanese forces in Manchuria occupied the Tuttlhar capital Hailungkiang Province, driving Chinese commander Mah Chan Shan toward the north. The seizure, from Bukden, follows self defense claims, prompting alarm in the League Council as Japan advances toward Anganchi along the Eastern Railway.

Associated Press Japan Manchuria Hailungkiang Province Mah Chan Shan Bukden Mah League Council Porly Anganchi

Court Dismisses Suit to Remove Gov Huey Long

In Shreveport Nov 18 a court dismissed the suit to remove Huey Long as governor of Louisiana on grounds of no cause of action. Judge T F Bell denied Long's jurisdiction claim but found Cyr had no grounds to enter suit. Cyr’s counsel said an appeal would be taken to the Louisiana supreme court.

Shrevepont Paul Cyrnault Huey. Long Louisiasin Cando Neon Judes T. F. Bell Long Cotona Aurt Cyr Nuit Cyrs Loulalaha Supreme Court

Deal Recovered Sufficiently to Return Home

Holden newspaper editor Deal, whose jugular vein was slashed October 2, left the hospital and went home. J B Elmore, former adjunct teacher, was indicted by the grand jury for attempted murder of a newspaper man and held on $2 bond after an editorial attack linked to a prior editorial.

Deal Holden Gavara Iittle Hope Dehl Pers Hin Ite J.B Elmore Adoot Wre Newnpaliceman Eimora

Paulo Government Overthrown Quietly in Brazil

RAQ Paulo reports a quiet upheaval as police growers allied with the military toppled the late government last Friday to push for a provisional reverter favorable to their agenda. The resignations of Finance Minister Jane M. Whitaker and Gov. Laude de Comarko sparked turmoil around a loan secured in the United States.

Raq Paulo Brazil APY Laude de Comarko Jane M. Whitaker Tra United States

Speed Flier Forced Down By Heavy Fog

A speed flyer was forced to land due to dense fog near Rose date today. Pilot Hankee and crew escaped unharmed despite a rough landing as authorities assessed the incident and weather conditions for a subsequent flight to New York tomorrow.

Clayton Del Frack Hawks Wichte Hermes New York Harun

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N. J Harley Hardin Marion Ind Indiana Mebama Supreme Court Mortimer H. Buckner Naonal Credit Corporation Child Welfare Committee Gene Tunney Folly Lauder Cooperative Opelika B. M. Barnes CG. R. Bell Annieton Charles Ruth Washington County M. M. Ward Southern Baptist Convention Newton Institute Auburn Church Texas George B. Evans Swan Colombia U. OF A United States Department of Commerce Geneva P.T. A Tennessee Ulregory Dowling Bank Dandita Midland Savings Bank Soulm Tt Dowling Hailungkiang Jape Huey Long Reston
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