Old Fashioned Democratic Speech Draws Crowds in Houston
A large crowd capacity crowds filled the Houston County Court House as Tom Espy and Henry B. Steagall spoke for the Democratic nominee. Espy delivered a populist defense of true democracy while attacking Hooverites and Republican policies. The audience cheered loudly as Espy recounted his family history and Southern allegiance, with some attendees declaring support for Al Smith.
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Tom Expy
Houston
Court House
Henry B. Steagall
Expy
Steagall
al Smith
Old Town
Jony Espy
Amelifa
Espy
Sam Espy
Republican Party
Southland
Houston Co farmer dies after eleventh stroke of paralysis
Dougie Aleck Baxter. age 70, died at his home on Houte Sunday afternoon following his eleventh stroke. He left three daughters and four sons all of Dothan. Funeral services were held at 10 this morning at Lite Vine Church with Rev. J. G. McGowan officiating and Fellows and Forrester in charge.
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Dougie Aleck Baxter
Houte
Birs
S. Varnum
P. Sasser
Claudie Baxter
Tom
Charlie
Stanley
Roy Baxter
Dothan
Lite Vine Church
J. G. McGowan
Fellows
Forrester
Holloway
Rish to Speak Tuesday Night at Auditorium
Democratic Campaign Committee of Houston County selected Jac. W. Tish to debate W C T U of Dothan on presidential campaign issues September 28 but the W C T U declined terms and the debate was abandoned. John W. Kish will speak October 2 at 7 30 pm on Invisible Empire Christianity and the Moral Issue at the auditorium.
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Democratic Campaign Committee
Houston County
Jac. W. Tish
Dothan
John W. Kish
Huston County
Democrat'c Campaign
Pastors Association of
Woman's Democratic Campaign Committee
Headless Ghost Sightings Reported on Sark Channel Islands
Reports from Sark on the Channel Islands describe a headless man in black and white riding a white horse seen in various areas. Another tale features a spectral Dominican monk roaming the island each morning, stirring local superstition.
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Sark
Channel Islands
Ten drunks and V P S violators arrested
Sheriff Rollins arrests over the weekend yield ten drunks two men for liquor two for violating the prohibition law an alleged chicken thief and others for assault and larceny Murray Lawrence and Manuel Watford white and black arrested near the Florida line with 15 gallons of liquor in their car The car is confiscated Thomas Ford a negro pugilist jailed for assault and battery Bye Fenn jailed for prohibition violations Ross Smith Cardella Smith Archie Davis and C T Mitchell face charges related to disturbances and theft of a chicken head and feathers identified by the owner
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Lquor
Ane
Rollins
Murray Lawrence
Manuel Watford
Florida State Line
Campbellton Highway
Thomas Ford
Arcana
Bye Fenn
Ross Smith
Cardella Smith
Archie Davis
Pleasant View
C. T. Mitchell
Cowarts
Open House at Salvation Army Howe Opens This Week
The new Salvation Army Home will host open house Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 5 o'clock. Captain Dyson invites the public to attend the opening. The annual funds campaign begins October 15 to support another year of work.
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NEW Salvation Army Howe
Salvation Army
Dyson
Judge Loftin Sees Houston County Remain Democratic
Judge J. M. Loftin of Enterprise visiting Dothan says Houston County will stay Democratic. He notes better political and financial conditions in the area and expresses satisfaction with local progress.
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Enterprise
Houston County
J. M. Loftin
Dothan
Dothan High Ready to Face Lanier in Montgomery Clash
Dothan High prepares for a Thursday departure to Montgomery to meet Sidney Lanier High School in Cramton Bowl Friday at three. Coach Tubb fields a smaller squad with missing players, while fans are urged to attend a Wednesday Pop meeting at the high school to support transport for up to four or five cars carrying players and staff.
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Dothan
Momgomery
Sidney Lanier
Cramton Powl
Montgomery
Johnny Mack Brown
Lanier
Dothar
Peat Lanier
Therm
Dothan High
Tubb
Dothan High School
The
Eagle
Ralph Mosely
Tragic double murder suicide buried in Bluff Springs
In New Orleans Friday night a husband killed wife Mrs Robbie Halleoway then shot himself. Funeral held at Bluff Springs Church with Rev Harlog. Surviving family listed. burial at Bluff Springs Cemetery. Police details and origin from New Orleans indicate jealousy and threats preceding the tragedy.
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Robbie
Halloway
New Orleans
Bluff Springs Church
Harlzog
Campaign here reaches proportions with new headquarters
The Democratic campaign in Houston County reaches significant proportions and opens a new headquarters in the rural region. The party invites inquiries for campaign literature information or speakers and directs contact to the local campaign office as it plans an extensive rural operation.
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Houston County
Cuma Hi
Charze
Ure
Weather ALABAWA Leaves Farmers Cautious
Fair tonight spreads across ALABAWA with gentle winds in the north portion. A temperate Tora day follows as the month’s pattern continues, bringing mild conditions for farmers and the countryside.
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Alabawa
Toraday
Chowere
Rumor of Murder in Sawdust Pile Debunked
The rumor that Joe Pippin was stabbed and buried in a sawdust pile after a presumed hit with a vehicle was dismissed. Officials say he died in an automobile wreck. injuries were from a shattered windshield and liquor influence was alleged but unproven.
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Joe Pippin
Affiewra
Bee
Pippin
Barrage of Rotten Eggs at Cameron Schoolhouse Speech
A crowd greeted Republican speakers at Cameron Schoolhouse Saturday night as rotten eggs and insults interrupted Rev. O. M. Murphy while he voiced support for Herbert Hoover. The crowd scattered after the disruption, and Cameron lamented the atmosphere as he and allies urged Republican unity amid Democratic opposition.
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Cameron Schoolhouse
O. M. Murphy
Herbert Hoaver
Cameron
Une
Republicum
PLY CONTROL ASKED
Government control of the ils arn y of Australis discussed after court action. Premier Ba vin reviews impact on prices and distribution nationwide. Officials seek a plan to benefit both producer and consumer while outlining guided segments for implementation.
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Australis
Representariin Nave
Bavin
Swehach
New Mayor and Aldermen Sworn In Tonight
A city methodic ceremony is scheduled for tonight to swear in the new mayor and aldermen. Officials list includes Kaelle as mayor and council members from Wards One and Two.
Dothan Plans First Hog Sale Wednesday
J A Witheringum county agent announces Dothan will host its first hog sale on Wednesday with about 600 head expected. JW. Hiern will oversee the event as market jit remains uncertain but activity is noted.
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Dothan
J. At. Witheringum
Mr. Witherington
JW. Hiern
How A Lady Lion Tamer Looks Upon Her Job
A fragment recalls Judy Lion tamer entering a cage, describing nerves, appearance, and routine. The piece notes a performer’s attire, the crowd’s gaze, and the tense moments before the act, hinting at the shared pressures of stagecraft and danger.
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Foria
Mecter Leite Dare
Cape
Mies
Carl
Howe Wan
Bracewell accused in Avant murder and car fire
The report alleges Bracewell stabbed Avant during an argument at a rural crossing, then set a car on fire and fled. Dunlap, a laborer, described the sequence and implicated Bracewell, while investigators pressed for more testimony as they pursue the case in Abbeville and surrounding counties.
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Jin Duistagy
Gillin Wracewell
Florida
Alabama
Che Nen
Petentel
Criain
Dunlap
Abhevitt Yowtontoy
Howl
Avant
Tlwii
Ib Welling
Hincewell
Abbeville
Solleitar Mal Nine Chin
Wnonteing
Munbip
Mullin
Dbs
Adlee le
Tye
Merufay
Geneva
Genesated
Danian
Bracewell
Fenir
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Alan
Wife
Bobbie Lee Halloway
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Cornelimente
Kaelle
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Hater
de P. Butin
Cound
M. M. Stith
Ail Mal Miller
Carmen
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