Comer Campaign Attacks Rate Settlement as False Issue
The piece argues that Comer’s settlement reduced passenger rates while letting railroads raise freight rates by 5 to 25 percent, contrasts Henderson's stance with Comer’s, and accuses Gaillard of partiality toward Comer. It notes broader implications for Alabama rail policy, legislature, and the railroad commission as Mobile voters react.
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Mr. Comer
Mr. Henderson
Railroad Commission
Comer
Allroad Commission
Accuracy and Fair Play Critique of Alabama Tax Revenue Claims
The piece rebuts the Register editorial claiming O Neals higher salary costs and shows excise commissions in Jefferson Mobile and Montgomery draw salaries from liquor license revenues. It cites State Examiner Gor man figures and notes Mobile net liquor income of 405 645.80 supporting government revenue rather than taxpayer burden. The letter argues truth and daylight will meet and asserts the Register cannot claim accuracy and fair play.
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Good Promise for the Fair Exposition Effort
The exposition committee led by Mr. D. R. Dunlap reports progress on stock subscriptions but totals remain short of expectations. The group emphasizes the members’ proven business success and urges unified local support for the future development of Mobile.
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D. R. Dunlap
Mobile
Georgia rate fallacy debated in Frazer Davis letter
Frazer Davis of Atlanta disputes claims that Atlanta enjoys favorable freight rates over Montgomery. He lists comparative rates from Chicago, St Louis and southern cities to both cities and to Georgia and Alabama points, arguing Montgomery often matches or surpasses Atlanta, challenging political rhetoric on Georgia rates.
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End of Comerism Near in Alabama Gubernatorial Race
Athens Courier declares Comerism ended as Kolb backs Henderson and argues for a businesslike administration. It notes 97,000 voted against Comer in the recent primary and predicts his defeat on May 11.
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Henderson
Alabama
Comer
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Athens Courier
Seed letters show opposition to Comer in Henderson race
Two letters from Lieut. Gov. Walter D. Seed to Dr. Harry T. Inge of Mobile were read at a Tuesday meeting. They reveal strong dislike for Mr. Comer and say Seed will not campaign for his election. Harris Seed of Selma pledges support for Charles Henderson, praising his candidacy and calling him competent. Andalusia Star notes the family alignment.
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Henderson
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Harry T. Inge
Mobile
Mr. Comer
Seed
B. B. Comer
Charles Henderson
Harris D. Seed
Selma
Dallas County
Montgomery
Andalusia
Alabama Primary Insight Debates Comer Strength and Henderson Logic
The Piedmont Journal argues Comer polled his strength in the first primary but cannot gain cross support from rivals. It says conservatives favor Henderson, who will gain momentum in the second primary to reach the executive chair. Birmingham voters chose Birmingham men Boyd Underwood Cooper and White in the recent state primary.
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Mr. Comer
State of
Alabama
Mr. Seed
Mr. Kolb
Henderson
Piedmont Journal
Birmingham
Boyd
Underwood
Cooper
White
Boy Heroes of Vera Cruz Remembered in National Heart
The Baltimore Sun honors boy heroes from Vera Cruz, eighteen to twenty, who gave their lives at the war’s threshold. It lauds their ardor and idealism, placing them beside famed generals and sailors in national memory. A future monument to boy soldiers is urged for Washington.
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Sailor Lad
Goldier Lad
Washington
Baltimore Sun
Gray's Interesting Interview on Comer Supporters
Henry B. Gray former lieutenant governor predicts a Comer majority of 15 000 to 26 000 due to Underwood manager backing. He cites supporters among Underwood and Hobson backers and notes Henderson aligns closer to Underwood. The Advertiser and Birmingham News echo mixed views on Comer and Underwood.
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Henry B. Gray
Mr. Comer
Colonel Garber
Mr. Gray
Underwood
Mr. Underwood
Hobson
Comer
Oscar Underwood
Charles Henderson
Henderson
Brooks Lawrence
Lawrence
Alabama
Gray
Mr. Lawrence
Montgomery
Father of the American navy honored with Barry statue unveiling
A veiled statue of Commodore John Barry, hailed as father of the American navy, stands in Franklin Park Washington. The unveiling is set for May 16 with a two day national celebration led by the President and numerous leading figures. Barry, a Philadelphia shipmaster, helped found the Continental navy and commanded the Lexington and Alliance. He captured ships, aided Washington, and was named navy commissioner in 1797. The effort to honor him involved Irish American groups and prominent citizens in Philadelphia and across the country.
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L’orient
Henry Knox
Martin I. J. Griffin
Michael J. Ryan
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