Truman Endangered As Auto Skids On Slippery Road
President Truman escaped harm when an open touring car skidded on a muddy mountaintop road in Brazil and vaulted a six inch retaining wall guarding a 1500 foot drop. Secret Service and Brazilian troops pushed the car back onto the road as the party continued toward Ernesto Funtes’s mountaintop estate.
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Merriman Smith
Rio DE Janeiro
Val
Mount Gayea Pequena
Junth
Ernesto G. Funtes
Hin Car
Washington
Secret Service
William Dong Ing Pawley
William BD. Leahy
Stat
City Engages Expert to Set Up Metit System
City to hire a team of specialists to install the new Metit system as discussions continue about cost and staffing. The suggestion prompts debate over expenses, with officials noting potential high costs but emphasizing expert oversight and timely setup before operations begin.
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Metit Sysen
Six Persons Injured As Fire Breaks Out In Auto Collision
Six persons suffered bruises lacerations and burns in a two car crash on highway 53 south of Dothan Friday evening. Charles Eddie Hayes and Wayne Hayes were among the injured in the Hayes car. Petttus driver of the other vehicle reported being blinded by lights. Fire from the collision burst the gas tank causing gasoline burns to passengers. Patrols estimated $1500 total damage with no charges filed.
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Highway 53
Dothan
Charles Eddie Hayes
Hayes
Waynes Hayes
Deannette Williams
Alina Snedgreve
Reba Hayes
Witaie Henry Pettis
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Hayes Arm
Gasoiine
Passeng Reis
Wait
Petiis
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Andrews Street
Arotinen
Postus
Convict George Aids 19 Paroled In Escape Scheme
Montgomery AP reports convict Harvey George a 19 year Mobile inmate who had forged his parole from Draper Prison aided fellow inmates at Atmore and Almore Prisons. He was transferred to Kilby Prison two months ago for more forgeries including changing names and numbers on parole papers. The escaped convict at large serv ed a 12 year term for second degree murder.
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APY
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Draper
Almore
Frank Haswell
Gonege
Roswell
Fermers
Kilby
George
Boswell
Dreper
Atmore
Atmore Bookkeeper’s
School Bells End Vacation As New Term Opens
Fragmented text notes end of vacation and start of school term with schedules, harvest chores, and memories of summer. Mentions teachers, routines, and a vague reflection on student progress and the upcoming report card.
Dr. George Petrie Former Auburn Dean Dies
Dr. George Petrie longtime Auburn University dean and historian died of a heart attack at home. Funeral services will be at Auburn Presbyterian Church with Magee officiating. burial in Auburn. Petrie organized Auburns first football team and wrote Alabama history, earning honorary degrees and Phi Beta Kappa membership. He was 92 and active until recently.
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Mabama
Polyterime Institute
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Mary Barkwell. Petrie
Mise Kale Lave
Mantromery
Universuy
Vorging
N. Duncan
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American Industry Faces Billion Loss From Import Cuts Abroad
A London dispatch reports that three nations will lose about 112 million to 240 million dollars annually due to import reductions. The impact spans the United States Canada Australia and other partners, hitting sectors like food timber and energy with large dollar losses cited for forecast years.
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Extra dollar a day due jurors since August date
Circuit Clerk Roy C. NDT announced Houston County jurors who served since August 7, 1847 are entitled to an additional per day for each day served and can collect retroactively. The raise from 3 to 96 dollars per day was approved August 3 but office notification came yesterday.
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Roy C. Ndt
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Top U S Official Cites Danger In Food Situation
A senior State Department official warns of a dangerous food situation across Europe and beyond. He notes potential shortages unless European economies address trade, price, and supply stresses, citing possible American aid but underscoring uncertainty about wider resolutions.
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U.S
Verbal Battle as Session Resumes in State Legislature
Report of resumed legislative session features heated exchanges among lawmakers over procedural moves and policy priorities. Amid intense debate, legislators confront procedural hurdles, potential votes, and party lines shaping upcoming legislative actions.
Two Seriously Hurt In Henry County in Two Traffic Mishaps
Henry County records show two serious injuries from separate traffic mishaps. The incidents involved multiple vehicles and produced lengthy, scattered notes about witnesses and responders, with authorities naming several locals and organizations handling the investigations.
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Henry County
Memphis Belle Beauty Pageant Plan Amid Massacre Crisis
The report details a drastic move by Memphis Belle to relocate or restructure a beauty pageant in response to mass killings and political pressure. It mentions Miss Alabama and a Hindu government element, with reps like Peggy Rider and others cited as discussing safety and political stakes. The piece reads as a chaotic OCR collage, but centers on pageant plans amid turmoil affecting public order and governance.
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Yoon
Sint
Erie
Goerty
Mons Ton
Maz Sa Ayer
Ghnayer & Tun
Drew Aste
Memphis Belle
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Taxi Driver Crushed Arm in Collision
A taxi driver suffered a crushed arm after a collision. The incident occurred during routine service in the city, with responders attending the scene and transporting the driver to a medical facility for treatment. Authorities investigated the crash and reported no other serious injuries.
Federal aid denied for winter legumes program item
Houston County officials report federal support for winter legumes planting was rejected. The 1947 plan, drafted by the Agricultural Conservation Program, was disapproved by Washington authorities, affecting funding and guidance for fall sowing of trenches and legumes in the county.
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Houston
Jesse Culavern
Perterday
Aricultural
Washington
Culbreth
Mts
Rustent
Russia To Hold Veto Over Atom Violators
Russia asserts it will veto actions against violators of atomic energy norms. Officials from the United Nations Atomic Energy Commission and allied bodies discuss enforcement and sanctions while signaling a coordinated approach with member states.
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Russia
Mobile Engineers Open Bids On Woodruff Dam
Bid opening set for Tuesday in Boyen Arkansas as engineers outline a woodruff dam project. Expected contractors include several firms listed in the notice with plans to supply materials and services for the phase of work. Westia and Cabins, Ga appear among potential suppliers, with future congressional action anticipated for funding and oversight.
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Woodruff Dam
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Chattanaoeher
Alec
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Uae
Attaee Plang
Westia
No Drivers License Delayed Until October 3 in Houston County
Probate office officials said no licenses will be available before October 3 as renewals and new applications face delays. Officials cited renewed processing backlogs and patrol guidance restricting issuance until relief efforts are implemented, with older licenses expiring September 20.
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Cleres
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