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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1932
Page
3
New York Oct 11 AP police report the death of Gemma Pignataro 35 mother of five after she left to tend a neighbor’s sick child. Her body was found crushed in a car near a tree with a broken jugular vein. Detectives questioned two men including the car owner and a man once allied with Al Capone.
The future home of Winnie Ruth Price, eight, whose father H C Price Jr is serving life for murder, rests with Judge H A Pearce after a custody suit filed by Nancy Price, the paternal grandmother, against uncle Reuben Wright. The child, previously with her grandmother in Newville Wright, was brought to trial by Wright who escorted her from Ashford. A Geneva jury had found Price guilty of first degree murder after 14 hours of deliberation and recommended life imprisonment. The mother was killed on November 9 near Hartford. another defendant, Wallace Bowen, was acquitted. The child remained with paternal grandparents during the trial, with no decision announced yet.
Mrs Bates’ mother T M Falk aged 74 and mother of J C Bates of Dothan died Friday at Fort Deposit. Funeral and burial were held at Bethel Cemetery nine miles northeast of Fort Deposit. She reportedly died after illness and was survived by several daughters and grandchildren including Mrs J M Falk of Fort Deposit and Mrs J A Kerper of Cathcart Texas. Dr Bates attended the service as counsel for Ward Two.
Probate court records show Colfle 18 and Willford marriage by judge today. Baker of Ariton and Willford of Biakaty were joined in matrimony in a formal ceremony.
Thousands cheered as the Dnieprostroi dam near completion was dedicated by M I Kalinin. The event honored American engineers Col. Hugh L Cooper and five colleagues for their roles, with speeches contrasting socialist progress to global depressions.
Chicago officials say eighty percent of expo work is done and no delay is expected in the June first opening. Bond sales reach ten million with over thirty three million disposed. seven million spent preps. Sixteen nations now show progress toward participation, led by Great Britain and Germany. About four hundred fifty thousand visitors have toured the exposition since last June.
Police Sergeant C D Montes returns downtown after five weeks confinement. He expects to resume duty within the next few days and reports improved condition.
Flint Michigan police review Napolean Partin a 52 year old man who recounts a 28 year old express train robbery near Stevenson Alabama. He claims $180000 was stolen with $50000 still hidden near the scene and that two accomplices escaped. One partner died in a Decatur Alabama clash.
County reports show receipts from the two cent gasoline tax totaling 3,855.42 during September with 2,300.35 spent on road upkeep. The highway expenses report was prepared for the board of commissioners by C. O. McEach, county road superintendent, at the October session yesterday.
In Jacksonville Florida on October 2 1929 or 1930 trial of George W Courson and Solomon Higginbotham former camp officials for first degree murder in the death of Arthur Maillefert 22 a convict at Sunbeam road prison camp heard sensational testimony from a former trusty Bob Biske alias admitting involvement in manufacturing subtle evidence. Jurors toured the sweat box mess hall and stockade as two bloodhounds bayed near the camp. Prosecutors and defense clashed over motions for acquittal while reports indicated the sweat box may have been altered to increase ventilation and space.
J M Jolly, 55, of Dothan route five, died shortly after coming in from a farm field. He appeared in good health earlier and collapsed while in bed. Survived only by his widow Mrs Jally. Funeral at Rocky Mount Church at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, burial in church cemetery. Dowl ing and Rhodes in charge of arrangements.
Madrid October 11 The Madrid School may close soon unless the state provides relief. Principal C.B.E. Ray told a Parent Teacher Association meeting that the Madrid PTA endorsed the income tax measure and the 20 million bond issue proposed in Alabama. Executive committee action will fund additional equipment for school efficiency.
Athan Hoyette, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Boyette of New Brocton, died in a Dothan hospital Sunday night from tetanus after injuring a toe while chopping wood two weeks earlier. The body was returned to New Brocton for burial. A Bayette boy's death followed a woodcutting incident. Regular meeting of Prihsgorna lodge No. 672 ALF and A. M. to be held tonight at 7 o'clock. visiting Masons invited.
Jurors hear details of alleged evidence in a murder case as Blake describes Courson warning of trouble regarding Mailitfert death. He claims Courson ordered him to enter the building with one or five witnesses to clear him, then says he spoke with Everett Darwen Brest Hesley.
The Alabama state board of censors urged physicians to exercise discretion in selecting rabies bite cases for treatment. It notes vaccine tables and medical fees are available, but treatment decisions should be carefully judged, citing rising rabies treatment numbers and the need to protect the needy.
Translation of a garbled OCR piece notes a state intends to tax vehicles by weight starting after April. The text includes numerous misread phrases and scattered names, creating an unclear account of the policy change and its governing details.
Alabama health department bulletin for 1931 shows more than three people per two days died, with 600 murdered, 219 suicides, and 3,188 heart deaths. Births fell to 62,740. Jefferson County led in births and deaths, Dallas County had highest death rate, and several cities exceed 10,000 population including Montgomery, Birmingham, Mobile, and Huntsville.
In Montgomery, Oct 11, the Alabama Senate tabled Teas ley's sales tax rider by 24 to 8 and adjourned to 3 p.m. to vote on the Edgar measure amid a crowded gallery. The House 53 to 47 postponed Sparks’ plan for a three cent gasoline tax, leaving the Harrison bill as main business.
Washington county officers found the body of Dr. Elmond Baker, 65, a former president of Washington and Jefferson College, four miles west of the town. Baker had disappeared from Pittsburgh after leaving home for a walk and was reported shot to death. He led the college for ten years before resigning last year due to student unrest. The report also mentions a strike and potential disciplinary actions involving professors and football players.
Dothan officers report Clark testified in Panama City Florida last week in a robbery trial of four men linked to a regional gang. Convictions largely rest on Clark’s testimony. Bert Ly Clark from Dothan confessed to related charges in Montgomery. Defendants Lee Legon and Harvey (Gibron) of Dale county charged with robbery and halting up. evidence tied to a paint sprayer found in a Florida bound vehicle.
The city issued a permit today for a house addition at 1108 Lena Street. The project has an estimated cost of 424 dollars.
Norman Taylor, 19, was brought from Panama City Florida and jailed in Houston County on a grand larceny charge over a car stolen months ago from J. D. Pilcher. The arrest warrant was issued by Pilcher and Taylor did not secure extradition. The recovered automobile was found in Graceville damaged.
Favours of Foley state commander at the American Legion and Tatteeg Jones of Memtomery state adjutant will speak on the program here. Officials at the organization announce tonight’s event with Braden Bracewell commander listed among the attendees.
In Taylorsville District the Mine War actions led to ten men jailed or held on disorderly charges after a brush with authorities. Most were arrested twice within a 12 hour span as the county enforces control during the coal miners dispute.
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