Folsom Faces Intricate Gas Industry Accusations
In Washington James Folsom is challenged over facts amid a dispute on gas pipeline credentials. Basil Manly, Southern Ruturs Gar Os vice president, accuses the case of incomplete details while Alabama Tennessee advocates press for grant. Tennessee Gas Transmission Co and local leaders push to allow service from Sete, Tenn.
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Washington
James
Folsom
James S. Saktho
Alabama-Tennessee
Southern Waturad Gap
Alabama-Termessee
Manly
Mats
Mountgutoers
Borungham
Gadaden
Alu
Fesser
North Alabama
Alabama - Tenpesser
G. H. McKay
Tennessee Gas Transi Co
Marin
Decision Expected On Collins Return
Montgomery AP report on a state extradition decision regarding James Robert Collins, wanted to be returned to Pennsylvania to serve a life term for murder. Officials prepared extradition papers while an investigation delayed action. Collins, a fugitive captured in Alabama after escaping custody, reportedly used aliases and rebuilt his life.
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Montgomery
James E. Folsoni
Folsom
Tad Date
Starieg
Whdles
Meeting of VEFW Post Postponed
The regular meeting of Fug 3073 and the Women's auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post is postponed until further notice. No other activities at the union club are scheduled.
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VEFW
Fug
Veterans of Foren Ware
Agit Oa
Seers Club
Oe A
Folsom Seeks State Backing for Radio Power Increase
Montgomery AP Gov Jones Polson says he asked chiefs of 12 states to join in lobbying the FCC to reallocate broadcast power to the South. He cites Alabama radio listeners lacking adequate night reception and proposes joint action to protest the current system. Letters were sent to governors including North and South Carolina, Mississippi, Georgia, Virginia, Tennessee, Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana and Florida.
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Montgomery
Jones
Polson
Bia Iota
Federal
Cor Promotions Commission
Bolcons
Alabama
Kag
Nagar
Pegiesti
ECC
Folsom
North
South Carolina
Mississippi
Georgia
Virgma
Tennessee
Arkansas
Texas
Lomuanha
Florida
Bucchi Transferred To Veterans Hospital After Wounding
Tony Bucchi who was wounded in a gunfight near Vicksburg on Sunday was transferred to a veterans hospital in Montgomery after being hospitalized here. Norton, Bucchi’s father in law charged with the shooting, was released on $2,000 bond on an assault with intent to murder charge. Officers said the feud stemmed from family troubles. Bucchi was struck in the jaw arm and beaten with pistol shots.
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Tony Bucchi
Vicksburg
On Veterans
Montgomery
Walt Curmersn
Hoac Norton
Bucchi
Disputed claims swirl around wartime inquiry
An October office visit sparks a court martial demand while wartime investigations face interference concerns. Remarks reference Meyers, a disability case, and a call to protect reputations amid military hearings.
Fragmentary wartime broadcast on government actions and public reception
A garbled report references government measures and public reactions, mentioning actions, ports, steel, and other key industries. It notes dates and officials in a context of national mobilization, with unclear details and numerous missing phrases.
Worcester policemen charged with kidnapping infant in Alabama
Two Worcester Massachusetts police officers were charged in federal warrants with kidnapping an eight month old boy, Dennis Kitonis, son of Dorothy Kitonis, who is wanted in Massachusetts on larceny charges. Warrants cite Lindbergh Law violations. The baby was born in a one room shack near Birmingham Alabama.
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Ala
Worcester
Mass
Dorothy Kitonin
U. S
Louise 0. Chariton
Sets
James Trainor
James Daley
Wavant
FBI
Kitonis
Massachusetts
Ake
Here
Govdames FE. Folsom
State Supreme Court
George Trawick
Alabama
Wallace third party movement could endanger Democrats in key states
A New York Sun analysis warns that a Wallace backed third party, led by communist influenced groups like the American Labor party, could siphon votes in New York California and Hawaii, potentially denying Truman a presidential win. It notes 90 electoral votes from those states could shift the election and that a strong third party presence risks Democratic losses more than Republican gains.
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Carey Shire
Wallace
HWV
the Worker
New York
Chicago
Cleveland
American Labor Party
Atsuwa
California
Third Party
Waes
Truman
Fdr
Thomas 2
Dewey
Roosevelt
Ninvis
Hanas
Weather and court notes mix in uncertain report
A weather note predicts possible warmer spells and Friday showers with no major changes to the forecast. Heavy November rains are blamed on low pressure moving from the Rockies. In Orient Court last week, A. A. Nardy faced charges of grand larceny and embezzlement.
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Ray Coop
Rockies
Othe Trapies
Strte
Orient Court
A. A. Nardy
Milk Available Only On Doctor's Orders
Toledo moves to ration milk with prescriptions as a strike hits seven dairies. Officials say only two plants will supply milk for invalids and children upon prescription, with deliveries to hospitals and institutions.
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Toledo
Growers Hold Pecans For Higher Prices
Marianna special report notes thousands of pounds of pecans held at the Marianna State Farmers Market as growers refuse prices offered. Market manager W. M. Scruggs says about 10,000 pounds were offered Saturday with none sold, following guidance from the Southeastern Pecan Growers Association to hold until prices cover costs. Earlier sales averaged 25.5 cents per pound on October 31, and 11,222 pounds sold at about 20.45 cents per pound from 24,000 offered on November 14, with the rest held.
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Marianna
Marianna State
W. M. Scruggs
Southeastern Pecan Growers Association
SPGA
Serugyts Ds
Ant
Man Pleads Guilty To Slavery Charge
Vernon Crawford of Carrollton Ga 29 pleaded guilty before U S Judge C B Rennamer in Montgomery to transporting a woman in interstate commerce for immoral purposes He was sentenced to six months imprisonment after his arrest by Dothan city police at a local hotel on a charge of slavery and transported to federal custody.
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Vernon Crawford
U.S
C. B. Rennamer
Montgomery
J. W. Daughtry
Crawford
Carrollton
Dothan
Daughtry
Rotarians See Film For Entertainment
Rufus Davis Jr led a Rotary Club program with Dothan members as guests at a showing of March of Times at the Martin Theater. Guests were ferried to the theater after a gathering at the Houston hotel. Attending were HL Deane of Brundidge Cocby Hodges of Birmingham Van Forrester of Dothan and a Dothan High School student who completed his fourth year as a club guest.
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Rufus Davis, Jr
Rotary Club
Dothan
City grants two year privilege exemption for new doctors and lawyers
The city council passed an ordinance exempting new doctors and lawyers from privilege defenses for the first two years of practice in Dothan. An extension of a water line to Evergreen near the municipal airport was approved in response to Alas Meriuill's request to cut street in the south. West side business included WoT Street where J W Jackson and Rev J Norton Dendy requested the water extension. President Ayres stated the city had already decided to extend the line. Cape Town, site of a 17th century Dutch voyaging station, is still called the tavern of the seas.
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Dothan
Evergreen Boot
Qed
Alas Meriuill
Cuts Street
Wot
J. W. Jackson
J. Norton Dendy
Ayres
Weready
Cape Town
Connally Urges Action on Stop-Gap Europe Relief Debate
Senator Connally of Texas urged Senate action on a stop gap European relief plan, calling communists intent on subjugating Western Europe and supporting $597.5 million in winter aid. He joined Senator Vandenberg in backing Allied peace with Austria and Germany if Russia balks, with votes expected by tomorrow night but possible delays after Thanksgiving due to proposed changes. Senator Ball proposed keeping purchases for foreign relief under American control to supply France, Italy, and Austria.
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D-Tex
Senate Today
Europe
Senate
Vandenberg
R-Mich
Foreign Relations Committee
Austria
Germany
Russia
Texas
Council of Foreign Ministers
London
Vandneberg
Ball
Rminn
United States
France
Italy
Livestock arrivals and hog prices across southern plants
Livestock arrivals totaled 1,500 cattle, 1,200 calves, and 2,800 hogs at eight plants in Albany, Columbus, Moultrie, Thomasville, Tifton, Dothan, Jacksonv ille, and Tallahassee. Hog prices were mostly steady with barrows and gilts at 24 to 24.50 for 180-240 lb, 23.25-24 for 240-270 lb, and 19.50-23.50 for 270 lb and up. Cattle at Montgomery yard show varied opening bids, with slaughter stock mostly steady to down slightly. calves 15.60-17.50, hogs 24.50-21.00 for various weights. Stockyard closed for Thanksgiving. no reports.
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USDA
Albany
Columbus
Moultvic
Tifton
Dothan
Ala
Jacksonville
Tallahassee
Fla
Montgomery
Fed- State
Mkt
Union Stock Yards
Montgomery Union Stock Yards
Postmaster General Nomination Ties To Hannegan Term
The Postmaster General is nominated to serve the remainder of Hannegan’s term which extends to February 20 1949. Hannegan’s resignation letter dated yesterday forecast Truman’s reelection and longevity at the White House. The president accepted the resignation praising Hannegan’s work for progress at home and a lasting world peace. Sale of the St Louis Cardinals to a syndicate confirmed by AP in St Louis report.
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Tal Service
Hannegan
Donaldson
Truman
White House
Parade Entrants Scheduled for Three Divisions
The Kiddie Parade divides into Toys Pets and Red Costumes with entries including ducks dogs cats ponies goats and varied costume groups. Participants must be in place by 10 15 a m Friday with sections assigned to local leaders and a course from Foster Powell Main and St Andrews ending at the city haw.
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Boy Scout Color Guard
Boy Scouts
Shelby Thomas
Foster and
Powell Streets
Young
Thomas
Powell and Foster Streets
John Alen
Newton Street
Foster Street
Don McGriff
Newton
Color Guard
Cold War Talks Open Amid Stalemate and Strikes
Deputies from nine nations failed to agree on an agenda as Moscow blamed the United States for the deadlock. London reported a British tilt behind the American stance with press briefings planned after each secret session. The talks, set against winter cold and strikes in France and Italy, hinge on reparations for Germany, Ruhr control, and the pace of disarmament. The United States and Britain oppose a $10 billion German reparations demand and seek four-zone economic unity with a 40 year demilitarization treaty, ensuring Germany funds its own recovery.
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Europe
Asia
France
Italy
Foreign Ministers Council
Moscow
United States
Briain
Russia
Germany
Ruhr
Britain
Cotton futures rise to seasonal highs then retreat
NEW ORLEANS AP reports cotton futures hit seasonal highs but later fell on profit taking and hedge selling. At 11:30 a.m. prices showed a 75 cents a bale decline to 55 cents. In Washington, Postmaster General Robert E. Hannegan resigned effective December 1, with Breadon naming him president of a new organization.
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New Orleans
Robert E. Hannegan
Fred Saigh
St. Louis
Sam Breadon
Washington
Hannegan
Breadon
Removal demand rattles Mobile registrar row
Governor Folsom's secretary said the issue is under advisement while Agriculture Commissioner Paterson and State Auditor Thomas offered cautious replies. A.Alsup of Mobile Building Trades Council urged dismissal of registrars Milton Schnell and Mrs D C Randle, citing missed night sessions and unpaid poll taxes.
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O. H. Finney
Haygood Paterson
Dan Thomas
Milton Schnell
D. C. Randle
A.alsup
Mobile Building Trades Council
AFL
Alsup
Mobile
Folsom
Paterson
Thomas
Schnell
Randle
Als
Refoule Plans Return to France Amid Legal Action
Paul Rene Nefoule, ill but intent on returning to France, will depart soon as his attorney states. The sodomy case was dropped, with Fulton County Solicitor General Paul Webb citing inability to secure the key witness, a models. Immigration chief Walter Miller warned deportation proceedings will follow if he stays. Refoule had temporary U.S. status when his wife was murdered last spring. the slaying remains unsolved. The artist may leave before finishing his civil rights suit against Fulton County Police Chief G Neal Ellis and five officers. He alleges police used threats to force an admission of the murder.
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Atlanta
Paul Rene Nefoule
France
Fulton County
Avianta
Paul Webb
Walter Miller
Immigration and Naturalization Service
Refoule
United States
Hal Lindsay
G. Neal Ellis
Peachtree Creek
Army Veteran Joins Navy In Dothan
An Army veteran, Paul S. Wei marts of Ponce de Leon Florida, was among eight enlistees in the Navy through the local recruiting station. Other signees include Milas Whitehead, Billie John son, Dalton Davis Jr., John Singletary, William Smith, Edward Allen, and James Hollan.
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Paul S. Weimarts
Ponce de Leon
Fla
Navy
Milas M. Whitehead
Cottonwood
Billie H. Johnson
Ozark
Dalton Davis Jr
Geneva
John R. Singletary
Solcomb
William R. Smith
Donalsonville
Edward Allen
DeFuniak Springs
James H. Hollan
Esto
Dothan Directory Motion Seeks Completion and Tax Resolution
Director Betts Slingluff moved to authorize Johnson to push the directory to completion and protect investments of Dothan citizens, seconded by Director Adams, passed unanimously. Johnson said about a third of the enumeration is done and work has paused but will resume soon. Directors also moved to pay about $60 in back state taxes for the Dothan Industrial Corporation.
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Betts Slingluff
Johnson
Dothan
Charlie Adams
Slinglutt
Dothan Industrial Corporation
Aden Pest Ends In Confusion
Arch ie Browns disappears after a Biscayne Bay fishing trip. Shoes packs and hat found in a rented outboard boat along with three companions. Colin J. Mc Rae later found at the docks. Robe rt Ward Albert Anderson and Martin Shields deny details while two party members report someone fell or jumped overboard. McRae rescued from a buoy by another boat. Brown's fate unknown.
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Biscayne Bay
Archie Browns
Browns
Colin J. McRae
Robert Ward
Albert Anderson
Martin Shields
McRae
Brown
Prison unrest grips Waupun as guards seal laundry area
State Welfare Director A. W. Bayley arrives as 2 prisoners seize the laundry and 26 others walk off. Acting Gov. Rennebohm, Sheriff Hanley and 35 deputies rush to contain the riot while Warden Burke blames three men for stirring trouble. About 854 inmates remain confined with 69 still not locked in. Past disturbances, including 1947, 1942, and 1940 protests, are noted.
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Bayley
Burke
Oscar Rennebohr
Milwaukee
Miwaukee County
Georg Hanley
Strik Burke
Waupun
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