Distinguished Judge Semmes named to new circuit bench
Judge Oliver J. Semmes a beloved Alabama jurist was elected to the new district circuit bench February 1 with the highest ticket vote. Ola R. Grayson is chosen to succeed Semmes after six reelections, continuing a six year term in the district court.
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Oliver J. Semmes
Alabama
Mit Court
Safford Berney
Norville R Leigh
Mereta
Ola R. Grayson
False Semmen
Cost of Feeding Prisoners in 1916 City Report
A 1916 chief of police report to the City Commissioners details prisoner meal costs. Daily average meal cost per prisoner totaled 13.34 cents for the year, with September lowest at 11.9 cents and a peak near 17.34 cents. The document also lists age and race breakdowns of prisoners and related figures.
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Olice
Pege
Federal mobilization limits and divisions called to colors
The federal government reportedly regards the measure as excessive and will mobilize only the Second and Fifth divisions. It is considered too early to rule out further units being called to the colors.
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Berne
Federal
Sharpens of hiuat wi considered and German peace overtures
Promises to open peace talks with Germany dominate discussions as leaders weigh submarines and naval losses. Reportedly, more than a thousand submarines are under construction or planned, with crews being trained and ships moved, while Allied permission governs German maritime actions.
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I Man
Southmarine
Atlantic
Medang
Ang Ga
Parpeon
Fragmentary note on Brasilien maneuvering and allied supplys
Fragmentary text mentions Brasilien and allies maneuvering off a counter. It references supplys and distances belied as notable, with unclear details and terms like day tena and shi eral. The legible parts imply a military or strategic context but lack complete facts.
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Thad
Brasilien
Boys Committed to Home During Year 1916
Fragmentary text indicates a boys club context with mentions of Spicer and Industrial likely tied to youth welfare. Core readable bits suggest a report on boys committed to a home or institution during the year 1916. No clear names, places, or outcomes are fully legible.
Billion Dollar Gain in New York Exports for Last Year
Exports from New York reached about two billion dollars for the last year, signaling a sharp rise in trade. The Associated Press notes gains across foreign markets and mentions key destinations and commodities driving the surge.
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New York
Weather outlook hints at rising temperatures and rain
A low barometer area affects the lakes region with rising temperatures and probable rain. Forecast notes a warm spell soon and unsettled skies across the river area.
Robberies Rise in New York Amid War Time Prosperity
Report from New York notes a surge in robberies tied to wartime prosperity. Police record more thefts as economic conditions and demand affect urban crime levels.
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New York
Reverend Parker Accepts Calvary Church Call
Revival announcement states Rev S D Parker has accepted the call to Calvary Church. The move confirms leadership change and ongoing church revival efforts.
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S.d.parker
Call OF Cavalry Church
Calvary Baptiat Posse
Robbery Report From Theodore Ala Store
FF Jackson operating a general store at Theodore Alabama reported to Sheriff W H Holcomb Friday that his big place was robbed with suspects unknown and items taken.
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Jackson
Theodore Ala
W. H. Holcombs
Credit and probate court proceedings in General Robert era
A terse notice from the credit and probate courts records a formal action dated the seventh day of General Robert era, indicating official business before the court and related filings.
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Robert B
Teutons Fail to Advance in Romania
Fragmentary wartime notes report Teutons unable to push forward in Romania amid limited activity north of the Danube and British pressure. The article mentions mobilization concerns and potential troop redeployments as part of ongoing negotiations and strategic adjustments.
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Teutons
Romania
Clerk Denies Stampes Tale as Untrue at Regis Night
The clerk rejects the Stampes account described at Regis night as false. Investigators review the clash over the alleged stamping incident.
May Speaks On US in Rome Sunday Washington Ad
An unidentified speaker is set to address an audience in Rome this Sunday. A Washington ad campaign will remain in force as part of ongoing communications.
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May
Rome
Washington
Convinced Invasion Of Switzerland Planned
A report from Mai Ion contends that an invasion plan is being considered by Russian forces. The text notes tensions in the east and hints at imminent military actions affecting Switzerland and neighboring regions.
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Switzerland
Mixfither Page Echoes Effort and Impact
A fragmented OCR excerpt hints at a page discussing efforts by multiple women in a community project. The text suggests collaboration, progress, and potential outcomes but lacks full details or names.
National City Ban Elects Directreste
A recent meeting of National City holders elected a directreste. results list new officers and unopposed choices. Details are incomplete due to damaged text but indicate unanimous support for the slate. Institutions involved include National City officials and participating shareholders.
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National
Ban
Directreste
Ne i
Local Team Plans Tonight Showdown in Mobile Bay Area
Sparse readable lines indicate a team meeting in Mobile amid high interest for a forthcoming game. Mentions five observers and a focus on cobalt heat and daemon enthusiasts with a hint of a planned event tonight.
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Bask
Jetaehe
Unclear Maritime Note Mentions Vessels and Crew
Fragmentary text notes names such as Pred Smith Picot Guy Van Doren Shane Charlies Jones and mentions other vessels. The context implies a maritime reference with safety status noted as safe. No dates or places are readable.
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Smith
Picot
Guy van Doren
Shane Charlies Jones
Re W esha ah all ba cm al Sein
The readable text presents fragmented names and phrases with no clear event or action. No definite persons, organizations, places, dates, or outcomes are established.
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Zenee
Vents
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Shel
Succese da East Front
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Q. Tion
Hiuat WI
U. S
Associated Press
Ian
Germany
Tha
Shi Eral
Spicer
Ed “Industrial
Spain
J. E. Dodos
MR. L
Vy Associated Press
Rattan Belin
Omine
Stampe
Agen Mag
The
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Detroit River
Conbul
Wy, Associated Frees
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