Murder Charge Jails Townsell Under Treatment
Townsell, jailed in Hotton County under medical care, is charged with killing his wife. He has been in Dale County facilities since Friday and has relied on a tube for nourishment. Doctors warn he may starve if treatment ends, while relatives and churchmen debate the proper care and custody.
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Townsell
Doim
P. Townsell
Hotton County
Ao Ysiian'e
Cameron
Eayle
Tyre Dale
Townett
tWo-ropre
Gomer Woodall
Sylvan Grove Methodiat Church
Doc
Woodnll
de. Burkett
Ultigern
Phone Company Says Talk-Traffic Troubles Are Being Eliminated
A phone company reports talk traffic troubles are easing as dial volume surges. Officials cite improved wiring, workload spikes, and staff efforts to handle multiple simultaneous calls. Officials note service quality remains a priority amid high demand and present ongoing monitoring of lines and exchanges.
Two Die as Air Force Plane Crashes Near Fairfield
A crippled Air Force plane crashed near Fairfield Friday night at about 1040 pm, killing two crew members and injuring six who were rescued. The craft sank in marshland near the sacramant river, with one dinghy found adrift. The incident occurred after the pilot ditched the aircraft in a desperate effort to avoid populated areas.
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Fairfield
Catit
Tin Sacrament
Pacific Staadnyst
Meadows Clears Up School Age Muddle
State officials address confusion over a law affecting first graders under a six by January 15 rule. Meadows says retroactive or future changes cannot alter a child’s enrollment if already qualified, as lawmakers push a December- Friday action in the Senate to restore current January 15 deadline.
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State Senate
Guard Plane Tips Up During Landing Here
Three Alabama National Guard members assisted a nose-gear failure during a landing at a municipal airport. A student from the University of Alabama was aboard, and the plane skidded about 2,400 feet on the North-South runway before stopping. Officers aided the passengers and ensured no serious injuries occurred.
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National
Hinth
Datta Fliere
Birmingham
Linnery
Eat
Kizzire
Bir
Poingham
Aly National Guard
Wheelesy
Kinzire
Salary Raise Bill Awaits Folsom OK
The Board of Revenue awaits Governor Folsom’s signature on a salary raise bill raising members’ pay from $1 to $100 monthly. The measure, passed by the Senate after House approval, could take effect immediately upon signing. officials must meet monthly meeting and notary requirements to qualify.
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Board of Revenue
Folsom
NATO
Faulk
Houston County Board of Revenue
Limenth
Senate
House
W. G. Havawick
Hin
Klan Leader Files New Release Appeal
Montgomery AP report says Ku Klux Klan leader Willigin Hugh Mayris filed a third appeal seeking release from Jefferson County jail after 48 days. He refuses to produce secret membership records for a grand jury and is awaiting an August decision. Attorney Roderick Beddow represents him.
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Montgomery
Birrmingham
Willigin Hugh Mayris
Stele
Supreme Catt
Jefferson County
Ku Niu Klan
Morris
Altots
Ney Roderick ‘Beddow
BEK Tragler
Experts see better business after inflation hangover
Washington via United Press outlines a mixed forecast as three economists predict improving conditions and peak business in coming months. Secretary of Commerce Charles Sawyer stresses faith in institutions and continued growth, while railroads face concerns about future efficiency. William Farley of the Association of American Railroads warns of potential railroad challenges amid broader economic recovery.
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Raymond H. Wilson
Washington
Toonamis
Charles Sawyer
United Press
Herman W. Steinkraus
U.S. Cha
Snyder
William T. Farley
The
Association of American Railoads
City Labor Day Survey Shows City Open Except Court Offices
A Labor Day survey indicates most city services will operate with many county offices closed. Post Office windows will stay open until noon and one daily mail delivery to residences and businesses will occur. Rural delivery will not be available. City Hall and many stores will follow usual hours.
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Dothan
Ounton County
Hanta
Officer City Hall
Ana
Mf Enmrpe
Nckouls
Alabama Farm Bureau Convention Signals Statewide Candidate Turns
Alabama Farm Bureau Convention opens in Auburn with about 4,000 members watching closely for candidates seeking votes in the 1980 race. Expect speeches from Governor contenders and Agriculture Commissioner hopefuls as tensions simmer over the long standing tie between the bureau and extension service.
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Thamas
Alabama
Alabama Farm Busey Federation
Auburs
Farm Sureau
Agriculture
Sava
Lister
Hill
Farm Bureau
Surrey
James E
Folsomoon
Cops Move To Halt Robeson Riot In Peekskill
More than 300 state troopers and sheriff's deputies plan to prevent rioting as Paul Robeson prepares to perform at a golf course near Peekskill. About 3,000 other police and firefighters stand by, while veterans group to stage a counter demonstration.
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Peekskill
N.Y
Polive
Negro Singer
Paul Robeson
Thomas
Dewey Robeson
Robeson
Dewey
Curiosity Aeekers
Mexico City
New York
Lndies
Three Negroes Convicted in Mid-Florida Rape Riots
In Tavares Florida an all white circuit court jury convicted three Black men of raping a 17 year old white farm wife prompting white mobs to riot in Groveland and nearby towns. Samuel Shepherd and Walter Irvin face the death penalty. Charles Greenlee is sentenced to life or less after mercy recommendation. A fourth suspect Ernest Thomas was killed by a posse weeks earlier.
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Tavares
Fla
Florida
Charles Greenlee
Samuel Shepherd
Walter Iain
Greenyee
Truman G. Fateh
Ernest Thomas
Fruman G. Futch
Shepherd
Trvin
Gracelee
Triad
Jesse W Hunter
Ne Rrovs
Groveland
Florida National Guard
Irvin
Grovel
Pearl Harbor Chief Dies At Texas Home
Major General Walter C. Short retired Pearl Harbor commander died at his Texas home at 9 32 p m CST last night aged 69. Dr John Chapena said Short suffered a chronic heart ailment and had been ill for months his son Major Walter Dean Short reported.
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Wal
Ier C. Short
Pearl, Harbor
John Chapena
Short
Walter Dean Short
Young Short
Legislature Awaits Session Last Day
MONTGOMERY AP reports the legislature is in recess awaiting a final chance to pass bills vetoed by Gov. James E. Folsom. The Senate plans a pre dawn session to counter filibusters, with committee meetings set to expedite house bills and confirm Folsom appointments.
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James E. Folsom
Senate Rules Committee
Folsom
Tito
Tennessee Group Sets Up Permanent States' Rights Party
SOMERVILLE Tenn August reports on the National States' Rights Democrats movement. Walker Lewis of Memphis state chairman will speak with latest reports from Jackson Miss. on organizing chapters across Tennessee and plans to expand to other states.
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Somerville
Tenn
Fayette County
Walker Lewis
Memphis
Lewis
Jackson, Miss
Walon
Mississippi Sets Party Row Vote
Mississippi Democrats debate funding a special election to choose between States Rights and pro Truman leadership in a national party split. Clarence Hood calls for fair counting, citing past election manipulation by Wright’s supporters. States’ Rights backers expect a repeat of Thurmond Wright showing 167000 to 19000 for Truman Barkley. Pro Truman leaders silent amid push for referendum turnout uncertainty. Turn to No. 16 on Page.
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Harold Foreman Sageson
Mise
Mississippi
Fletching Wright
Clarence Hood
Wright
Hood
Mead
Unita
States’ Rights
Thurmond
Peat
Hurricane heads to turn away from Florida
AP reports a developing hurricane with winds near 80 mph, located about 300 miles north northwest of Puerto Rico, moving north northwest at 15 to 16 mph. Forecaster Grady Norton said the current path could carry the storm away from the Bahama Islands as winds near the center were estimated at 80 mph with higher gusts and outer bands extending eastward.
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Miami
Paeito Ries
Grady Norton
Tewister
Norton
Bahama
Est
Auadeant
Senator Demands Full Cost Details Of Official Flying
Senator Zimer Thomas demanded from Secretary Johnson a complete accounting of government aircraft use. He requested names, destinations, miles flown, and costs for all trips by officials including the President, plus who traveled on the Sacred Cow plane when Truman was not aboard. Johnson said the report would be provided by Sept 20 and suggested airline use as savings.
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Washington
Zimer Thomas
Gkinsy
Jorday
Secretary of Defense
Johnson
Trumian
Truman
Ean
Governet
Thomas
Armed Services
Denal 10
United States
South Benefits By North Taxes Debate Sparks Regional Claims
Rep. Patterson says federal subsidy programs favor the South, taxing wealthier Northern states to fund Southern improvements. He cites fiscal year 1950 civil functions appropriations and notes road paving and flood control aid disproportionately benefits southern regions, challenging perceived equity in funding.
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Washington
Patterson AsZonn
South
Patterson
Sabath
DIA
Congressionn
Probers Get Evidence On Capital Agency Offering Business Aid
Senate investigators received a letter from a public relations firm offering to help businessmen gain access in Washington. Senator Mundt referred it to the investigations subcommittee, noting it could fall within their scope. The inquiry also touched on Gen. Harry Vaughan and a party for Senator McCarthy with John Macagon connected to McCarthy's campaign, though many questions remained unanswered.
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Washington
Senate
Mundt
RSD
Senate Su
Brad
Harry H. Vaughan
Truman
John Macagon
Sen
McCarthy R-Wisl
Maragon
McCarthy
Hill And Rivers Are Labor Day Speakers
The Montgomery Labor Day event will feature Sen Sister Hil D ALA and Richard T Rivers as speakers. A large parade of Montgomery labor unions will kick off the festivities. Speeches will be given from the new $15 000 merle steps facing the Caplio building.
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Montgomery
Sen
Sister Hil
D-Ala
Richard T. Rives
Beedl
Merle
Caplio
Registration Opens for Tractor Gas Refund in Wiregrass
Farmers may register at the Houston County Tax Assessor Ellen G. Collins office for a first step toward the Tractor Gasoline Refund Act. The program, per Alabama Revenue Gasoline Tax Division guidance, will issue a serially numbered certificate to eligible vehicle owners and begin with 33 forms available noon today.
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Houston County
Ellen G. Collins
Alabama Department‘at Revenue
Igve
Collins
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