Houston County Needy Help Drive Seeks Clothing and Supplies
A local appeal lists urgent needs from the Houston County welfare department including sacks of material for children’s underwear, a 12 year old girl’s shoes, a ten year old orphan boy’s schooling needs, a widowed mother’s home repair, a bed for a crippled child, a fifth grade reader for an orphan girl, bricks to repair a fireplace, playfellows for first graders who never attended school, and flour or sacks to make underwear.
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Houston County Welfare Department
Houston County
Auburn Faces Tech In Old Rivals Gridiron Clash
Auburn and Georgia Tech renew their oldest rivalry on Saturday in Atlanta for the 33rd meeting. Since 1892 the series stands with Auburn ahead 15 wins to Tech 14 and 3 ties. Auburn carries even odds after a stubborn 7-7 tie with Princeton last week, aiming to snap Tech’s recent dominance.
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Auburn
Auburn Tigers
Atlanta
Georgia Tech
Biuce
Tech
Tigers
Au-born
Poonsin
Rae
Auburn Students Injured In Motorcycle Crash
Auburn students Joe Guinleden of Mobile and W H McDaniel of Prattville were seriously hurt when their motorcycle collided with a truck in Opelika Alabama. Guinleden is believed fatally injured with internal injuries and multiple broken bones. McDaniel sustained cuts and lacerations. They were en route from Auburn when the crash occurred and were taken to East Alabama Hospital.
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Opelika
Ala
Joe Guinleden
Mobile
W. H McDaniel
Prattville
Auburn
Probay
East Alabama
Iuinlbea
McDaniel
Dave
Bishop Cannon Indicted in 1928 Federal Case
Bishop James Cannon and Ada Burroughs of Richmond were indicted by a District of Columbia grand jury on conspiracy to violate the Federal corrupt practices act for handling funds of the Antk Smith Democrats committee in 1924 and for failing to report contributions of 65300 from E C Jameson. Bond set at $1000 each. Conviction could bring fines up to $10,000 and up to two years in prison.
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Miss Burcoughs
Washington (Ap
James Cannon
Antk Smith Democrats Committee
Ada Burroughs
Richmond
Cannon
District of Columbia
E. C. Jameson
New York
Bishop
Miss Burroughs
Mable
Enterprise Cotton Show Selects Girl As Cotton Queen
At Enterprise Alabama the three day Cotton Style Show concluded with Misa Willie Revevs named Cotton Queen and Miss Jessie Clair Heath named Junior Queen. Contestants represented Enterprise merchants and included Miss Wille Reevs Rose Green Elizabeth Hutchinson Jean Yarbrough Ethyl Grimes Dorothy Luther Elizabeth Henderson Sara Henderson Lucile Moates Louise White.
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Enterprise
Ala
Misa
Willie Revevs
Farmers Thwart Train Wreck Near Booneville Mississippi
Aten Glover and J C Swinney thwarted a planned northbound Mobile and Ohio passenger train wreck two miles south of Booneville by spotting spikes drawn along two rails. The train carried a coach of Federal prisoners en route to Chillicothe Ohio prison. The farmers reported seeing several men tampering with the track and helped stop the train.
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Oneville
Miss
Mobile and Ohio
Booneville
Chillicothe
Ohio
Aten Glover
J. C. Swinney
Seed Loan Collector to Meet Borrowers in District
J G Bennett assistant seed Joan agent and collector of U S seed loans told reporters he will be in his office at the federal buildings here Monday and Saturday afternoons and Thursday of each week to confer with borrowers in this district. Bennett collects for loans made to farmers in 1820s 1930s and 1981.
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J. G. Bennett
U.S
Federal Buildings
No Cotton Bill Passed in Arkansas Senate Action
The Arkansas State Senate yesterday passed five Senate bills that had previously defeated the so called long no cotton plan. The lower house has passed a similar measure and the Senate bill was transmitted to the House.
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Little Rock
Ducks Do Not Fly 90 Miles An Hour Says Survey
Montgomery AP reports the Bureau of Biological Survey found ducks and geese average about 40 miles per hour, though frightened birds may rise briefly. Other birds show higher speeds in small samples, with mallards in England and France at 50 to 58 mph and a duck hawk in California reaching 145 to 18 mph.
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Montgomery
Mastard
Bureau of Biological Survey
U. S. Department of Agriculture
England
Vwrance
California
Massachusetts
German Cabinet Survives Reichstag Confidence Vote
Berlin AP reports Chancellor Bruening's cabinet sustained by Reichstag in a 24 vote margin. Opposition from Natwass local ista and Navonatet party had threatened to topple the government, but Bruening retained support amid shifting alliances.
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Berlin
Hemrick Bruering
Reichstag
Bruening
Adolf
Indictments Hit 18 Officers Over Third Degree Methods
Washington AP report states eighteen officers were indicted on charges linked to third degree methods in a District of Columbia graft probe. The probe centers on allegations of brutality and coercive tactics involving several named individuals and connections to a 1910 era investigation. Several officers face counts including attempted influence and use of force in the context of the graft scheme.
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Washington
APY
District of Columbia
Gta
Chipley Bank Seized by Comptroller in Washington County
The Chipley bank once rated by Fort National did not reopen as heavy withdrawals led to the comptroller taking charge. The county depository, with a reported total of 330386 dollars, faced closure after mounting cash outflows. Angre Ford served as president amid the turmoil as county agents and officials coordinated the shutdown and transfer.
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Chipley
Fort National Bank
Bite & Gear Og
Larave Comptroller
Washington County
League Council Ratifies Invite to United States
The League of Nations council ratified inviting the United States to join in arbitration of the Sino Japanese conflict despite Japanese objections. Chair Aristide Briand noted objections were constitutional and juridical in nature and reserved. The 13 to 1 vote declared the matter procedural and not meriting a merits vote for China’s appeal.
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League Council
United States
Geneva
Prontisa Gilbert
China
Council
Japan
League
Receiver named for Houston National bank in Dothan
John R. Vann named receiver for Houston National bank following its failure. He also remains receiver for East Alabama National Bank in Eufaula and Henry National Bank in Abbeville, plans to devote most time to Houston bank and cooperate with local citizens. Reed Dolan and staff stay in charge until the new receiver arrives to assume duties.
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John R. Vann
East Alabama National Bank
Eufaula
Henry National Bank
Abbeville
Houston National Bank
Dothan
Reed Dolan
National Bank
Vann
Enfouls
Eufaula and
Abbeville Banka
Dothan Bank
Maul
Federal Banking Department
Henry
Heusy Nations Bank
Alabama National Bank
Hurouta
Dolan
Markham Trial Set to Open in Madinan Circuit Court
Frank Markham faces second degree murder charges in Huntsville for the deaths of his wife and child near Tanow Mountain. A young daughter testified at a preliminary hearing that she and her sister fled after their mother died and the baby disappeared. The case proceeds to trial next month.
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Huntsville
Ato {Ap
Frank Markham
Madinan
Big
Tanow Nwent Sharp
Chiintmnas
Mre Markham
Minute Lee
Popul
Rhert
Harpret
Excitement Fatal To Clerk In Jail Break
Three black prisoners overpowered Deputy Sheriff Godfrey during a jail break in Sumter County. The circuit clerk, Shethy, collapsed and died from excitement or heart failure. Authorities pursued, capturing the escapees near the Combighee river swamp. one attacker struck a guard with an iron bar.
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Livingston
Godfrey
Sumter
Shethy
Bhyal- Ucbangi
Combighee
Damages Sought in Three Month Suits Here
Three month suits filed in circuit court seek combined damages of 4500 for injuries alleged while riding in a city car. Plaintiffs claim the car’s lights failed and the vehicle left the road, with the driver cited for negligence. Names listed include Serman Cog and Taster Hruner with trial by jury requested.
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Clyde Deal
Pottonwhod
Plantiffs
Mutton County
Serman
Cattana
Fore
Ine Poe
Aumages
Penny A Day Drive Report From Local Officials
Officials report progress on the Penny A Day drive with rapid planning and public involvement. The effort continues through the week with committees coordinating fundraising and outreach to residents and businesses.
Wiregrass Fire Roars Through Region Causing $10000 Loss
A major weeklong blaze in Wiregrass destroyed three homes across Houston and Genova counties. One occupied by Chen Pullen, a farmer, suffered about $3000 in direct damage. Coverage notes extended to local residents and crews battling the flames amid hot weather conditions.
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Houston County
Genova County
Chen Pullen
Tothan Wis
Sue Hansen
Alabama Frosh and Baby Gators clash on Saturday
Alabama Frosh prepare to meet the Florida Baby Gators in a Saturday game. The matchup features rising stars from both programs, with limited available details and a focus on developing players and team depth ahead of conference play.
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Alabama
Play Will Be Given At Church Tonight
A church program is announced for this evening with a scheduled performance. Details are limited in the fragmented text but indicate a solo or small group presentation in a religious setting.
Cotton Market Report Includes Futures and Prices
Market notes show ongoing attention to cotton futures with notable activity and price movements. Traders monitor supply signals and demand factors influencing nearby and deferred contracts.
Pothan Couple Gets License Here Today
Pothan couple receives a license in town today as the ceremony proceeds amid local fanfare. The event marks a formal step in their union with attendance from nearby residents and officials.
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Pothan
Steamer with 40 on board Believed Lost in Sinking
AP reports a 8009 ton freighter Yonan Mary carrying between 40 and 50 crew members is sinking near San Francisco. A wireless intercepted message urged rapid rescue as the steamer Jefferson carrying Colonel and Mrs. Lindbergh stood about 65 miles away.
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San Francisco
Tiger
Jefferson
Prisoners Taken to Penitentiaries
Ming prisoners were removed from the Houston county jail yesterday and taken to Kilby state prison or the Atlanta federal pen. Smith, once a Bloromb banker, was jailed two years after pleading guilty to a prohibition act violation, with N G Ward serving one year and a day. The seven sent to Kilby include Cephan Martin Norman Newton Carter Biesott Clayton Van Murray Lawrence Jock Rogers and Hulene Bovell. All had pleaded guilty or were convicted of violating the prohibition law.
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Ming
Houston County
Kilby
Atlante
Smith
Bloromb
N. G. Ward
Atlanta
Highby
Cephan Martin
Norman Newton
Carter Biesott
Clayton van
Murray Lawrence
Jock Rogers
Hulene Bovel
Tests Proved Dr Granger Did Not Have Diphtheria
De F G Granger, county health officer, suspected diphtheria after treating patients for weeks. A state laboratory test showed he did not have the disease, and he feared possible infection from contact with patients though a sore throat proved temporary.
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Granger
de F G& Granger
State Branch
Accused Young Man Free On Bond Today
Dan Newton, 25, is free on bond today after being charged with breaking and entering the Newton Grocery Company store on East Main Street. He faced a preliminary hearing and was remanded to await further proceedings.
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Dan Newton
Newton Grocery Company
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