Coast Guard Tackles Narcotics Smuggling Along Gulf
Commander Edmonds of Coast Guard Base 15 reports narcotics and alien smuggling growing alongside rum runs in Gulf waters. He notes seizures have risen since a rum blockade began weeks ago and cites the schooner P as the latest liquor cargo brought to Mobile for storage.
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United States
Gulf Coast
E. P. Edmonds
Coast ‘Base No
Edmonds
Shere
Coast Guard
Gulf
Mobile
Commerce Street
CHAPMAN CAPTURED AND VENGEANCE KEEPS HANCE IN FEAR
A chaotic report from Muncie Indiana recounts Chapman’s alleged vengeance against Ben Hance after Chapman’s conviction. Hance allegedly aided police by identifying Chapman, prompting threats and renewed killings in the area. Federal authorities pursue additional prosecutions amid a broad anti smuggling drive in Washington.
Enthusiasm Marks Schwarz Meeting In Mobile
A Mobile meeting at campaign headquarters on Michael Street drew enthusiastic delegations from every ward in support of Captain Leon Schwarz for city commissioner. Chairman Vincent F. Kilborn opened the gathering contrasting start and progress with Taylor and stand patism as the election theme.
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Git
Leon Schwarz
Royal
8St. Michael Streets
Vincent F. Kilborn
Schwarz Campaign Committee
Pp Ded
Mobile
Taylor
Patism
Schwarz
Mr. Schwarz
Obile
Woman Turned Over to Federal Agents in Forgery Case
Veache and an associate, tied to a forgery and motor vehicle act violation, were handed to federal agents last night. The two were previously held on a dangerous and suspicious charge in connection with the alleged theft of a automobile bound for New York City on September.
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Veache
Satice
New York City
Alleged Swindler to Have Hearing
Norfolk Virginia reports Charles as an alleged swindler facing a hearing. Details are sparse with the brief dispatch noting the pending court action and official proceeding.
Weather Outlook for Mississippi Week
General weekly forecast notes fair start with afternoon thundershowers. Later parts expect partly cloudy skies with scattered storms. Temperatures run slightly above normal through the period.
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Mississippi
Bears and Pels Tie Up For Last Of Series
Bears and Pelicans battle in Mobile in the final game of the series to determine the victor. New Orleans loading early with singles by Tucker and Hoffman. Moblie responses limited by solid fielding and pitcher edges.
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Pels
Pelicans
The
O. Birds
New Orleans
Hodge
Lapan
Mobtifie
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Chap
Tucker
Hoffman
Connolly
Kelly
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Jones
Donohue
Econd
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Riley tops record for home runs
Memphis August 15 Jim Riley Mobile infielder has equalled last year’s home run mark at the Mobile base outing amid uncertainty about surpassing it. The report notes Riley’s steady drive and continued threat, with Atlanta noted in the surrounding context.
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Memphis
Tenn
A.P
Jim Riley
Mobile
Weien
Atlanta
Black men quarrel ends in one struck down at infirmary yard
In a Mobile infirmary yard a violent quarrel between two Black men left one man dead. The attacker, a Black individual described as a doctor by locals, fled after the incident. Investigators seek the suspect and details of motive.
Munson Line Worker Injured by Fall
A Munson Line worker, D. C. Duehi, a checker, suffered injuries from a fall while on duty. The incident occurred at the Munson Line facility and prompted an on-site investigation.
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Munson Line
D. c. Duehi
Ee Heme
Artist Nabbed on Bay Boat Escape Recaptured in Mobile
S J Wooley serving a year at the county convict farm for six bad checks was recaptured at Dauphin street as he tried to flee Mobile for Miami hidden in a truck with his brother F H Wooley. Convict Agent George Riley arranged the arrest after learning the Wooleys planned to leave by bay boat, with the pair aided by a brother. Wooley faced six charges and remains jailed in Mobile County awaiting trial.
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Mobile
Dauphin Street
Miami
Fla
F. H. Wooley
George Riley
Wooleys
Florida
Isoner
Riley
Ba’ Bay
J. Pole
Pusy
Posles
Mertz Station
Alleged Kidnapper Is Freed On Bond
The alleged kidnapper Louis Mitchell was released on a $2,500 bond after arrest in connection with the abduction of Miss Ruby Holloway on August 2. Jack Burdine, Gulfport taxi driver, swore out the warrant, charging Mitchell with luring and carrying Holloway beyond state lines. Burdine said he was asked to bring his taxi to his store to convey a passenger who would be taken to Biloxi to catch a train for Mobile. Burdine denied responsibility for Holloway’s appearance and claimed he knew nothing of her whereabouts. Mitchell operated a long standing business and Holloway had worked there as a bookkeeper.
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Cotman
Ben Hance
Hances
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Hance
RAAT
Ily
Hartford
Santo
Prion
Anderson
Muncie
Wdy
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Ruby Holloway
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Pape
Jack Burdine
Gulfport Taxi River
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Miss Holloway
Beans Not Ham To Be Will’s Steady Diet
Will McLain faces charges of ham related theft and is held in the city jail where the diet is beans without ham. The report notes his fondness for beans versus ham and suggests he will eat beans for several days.
Bicycle Rider Hurt In City Crash At Broad Street
A collision between an auto and a bicycle at Broad and Emnment streets today left 12 year old Kenneth Gunter of 154 South Bien bruised. Charles Simon of the Baum Company, driving the auto, stopped and assisted the injured boy to the City hospital.
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Emnment
Moon
Kenneth Gunter
South Bien
Charles Simon
Baum Company
Declarations Filed In City Commissioner Race
Two candidates, Sheriff i Schwere and City Commissioner R Taylor, filed declarations of candidacy in probate court for the city commissioner race. The announcers seek the city post amid municipal election activity.
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I Schwere
R. ¥. Taylor
Dan of Cotton Men in South Is Dead
A fragmentary obituary note reports the death of a 14 year old named Dan, identified as a member of a Cotton Men group, with a terse reference to residence and family. The readable text is limited and details are incomplete.
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Dan
Cotton Men
Trial testimony details emerge in former Confederate era case
The record notes a juror or witness recalling key figures and sentiments during a March trial. It cites a man named Chapman described as one of the finest people the speaker knew, whose testimony influenced the proceedings and conviction.
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Man March
Chapman
Robbers Take Safe in Flight From Sobey Residence
A robbers' raid at Albert Sobey's home yielded a saf e containing about $8,000 in cash, $5,000 in jewels, and remaining bonds and mortgages. The incident occurred early today as detailed by News Service.
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Tesca
Albert Sobey
Sobey
Road Markers for Tennessee Approved
Official announcement that Tennessee will implement federal uniform road markers. The signs will inform travelers about speed conditions, railway crossing warnings, and other dangers. aim to improve safety across the state.
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Tennessee
Sashville
Tene
Aus
Tenneseee
United Ways
Mobile Bay Bridge financing moves toward bond sale
Mobile residents report rapid progress on the planned Mobile Bay Bridge project. The Bay Bridge Company expects to issue about 1.3 million dollars in first mortgage bonds, with Peabody Houghteling & Company in New York prepared to buy, pending final details on second mortgage bonds and regulatory steps.
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Bile
Baldwin County
Mobile Bay Bridge
Eods
Mobile
Tensaw
Sohna Caderans
The
Bay Bridge Company
Cochrane
New York
Ants
Secretary of War
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Peabody, Houghteling, & Company
Prohibition Plan Faces Senate and Treasury Review
A crackdown on prohibition stalls as Treasury Secretary Me and Senate leaders discuss reorganizing the effort. Officials say a new dry machine would be structured with senators and representatives, abandoning Andrews plan for a political unit. The process includes meetings with state directors and divisional chiefs to study problems.
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the Treasury
Seceaan
Te Perro
Ber
Youth Beats Way on Airplane Wing to Coast
A 17 year old boy jumped onto a Los Angeles bound flight near Las Vegas New Mexico and clung to the wing. Major Mosely and Sergeant Chestnut Wood guided the plane to a safe landing while the youth rode the wing amid wind and tearing shirt. The boy said he left Milwaukee July 7 to beat his way to the coast and this was his first airplane ride.
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Las Vegas
N.M
Los
Mosely
California ‘National Guard Air Force
Chestnut Wood
Tey
Jack
Ack
Inaukee
Borglum selects huge memorial rock at Black Hills location
In Custer South Dakota on August 15 a vast granite block between Harney Peak and Keystone will be carved to honor Jefferson and the nation. Subscriptions have raised about one million dollars for the project.
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Custer
Amie
Harney Peak
Keystone
Jefferson
Mobile built ship carries heaviest cargoes to Orient
The steamer Knoxville City, Norton, Tilley and Comey recently sailed with the heaviest cargoes ever moved from port to the Orient. The shipment included a large quantity of coffee and other goods, highlighting the ship's capacity and the voyage's significance.
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Knoxville City
Norton
Tilley
Mobile
Orient
Cholera Breaks Out in Shanghai Center
Cholera cases rise in Shanghai center as city health authorities report outbreak. Public health measures intensify with clinics opened and residents urged to seek care for severe diarrhea and dehydration. Officials warn travel advisories and sanitation efforts are stepped up to contain the spread.
Williamsport ball coach Thomas Fagerty dies
Thomas Fagerty a noted basketball coach and authority has died at Williamsport Hospital. The brief item notes his prominence in the sport and the local loss to Williamsport.
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Pace
Thomas Fagerty
Williamsport Hospital
New York
Paul Kenabachpee
Hanes An. Inaey
Berlenbach
Pearl
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