21 Aug 1931
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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1931
Page
1
Sheriff Holcombe was informed by telephone that Dick Ballard, a Black man, who shot Deputy Charlie Simms and Deputy Simms, fled in a stolen car heading south from Butler County. Officers chased him after reports placed him near Green Me. further details were unclear.
A local case developed from events at the intersection of Congress and Anne streets, with details tracing to actions taken at that site.
A committee plans a Saturday session to discuss Bay Span legislation and a proposed move to remove tolls from the Mobile Bay Bridge. The meeting aims to organize the effort and inform supporters about the tolls removal plan.
The Board Conference announces the first in a series of talks on retrenchment measures. The session, scheduled for Friday, will discuss a broader plan to reduce expenses and improve efficiency across departments.
A proposed railroad rate by Louisville and Nashville Railroad will aid Mobile by concentrating pecan handling. The plan, reviewed by the traffic department of Commerce, aims to simplify transit privileges for cleaning, polishing, and grading pecans. The policy is expected to benefit Mobile significantly as pecans are produced and shipped to destinations.
Before the third annual Alabama deep sea fishing rodeo off Dauphin Island changes limited prizes so a single fish cannot win more than one prize. The rule update was issued in a statement signed by R. L. Bides chairman of judges and rules committee.
State Secretary will address the Dauphin Way Baptist Church on Sunday detailing church activities and community outreach. The lecture aims to inform parishioners about Baptist mission work and local religious events.
The Mobile Register lists winners from its weekly movie title contest. The Sun fast test was "Young As You Feel" and appeared at Saenger Miss Ashley, 1588 Luling, Walker, 353 Regina Avenue, R. 8, Jr., 313 First 3 Jamie.
A pact was signed after lengthy talks, with details to be released later by the farm board. The agreement covers key provisions and aims to shape the region’s agricultural policy.
Raymond Finniey, 17, of Red Level Alabama, was injured late Thursday aboard a Louisville and Nashville box car at Libertyard A ae City hospital. He suffered a fractured skull after being struck by a door as he climbed out, and his condition has since improved.
Report outlines that two thirds of government funds support enforcement of dry laws while probing into crimes across eight cities. Investigators examined records and direct indirect costs amid a broad inquiry.
Washington August 21 The Shipping Board today authorized its general counsel to draft the necessary papers to close the ship deal as part of ongoing wartime shipping operations.
In Greenwood Mississippi on August 21 officers aided by bloodhounds from Parchman Prison recaptured two men sought in the search for a missing youth named Smith and Edgar Eaton. The men are jailed in Tupelo pending appeal on charges of assisting in a jail break with possible penalties up to the maximum allowed by Mississippi law.
Civil War veteran Bad Daiden of Minette dies. Church services at Say Minette followed by interment in Bay Cemetery. Local mourners note his service and years in the area.
Court records show a Montgomery matter inviting bids on a plea related proceeding. Public notices indicate submission windows and interested parties should monitor county postings for deadlines and required documents.
A Southeast conference urges a law to govern cotton acreage next year. Governor Parrnell leads talks on halting cotton planting, with a committee appointed to hear delegates and industry interests. Hearings start immediately as sessions continue.
W R Francis attorney for Colonel Luke Lea of Nashville contends the state failed to show here that Lea and three others conspired in defrauding the bank of $1 3 million. The Asheville NC report notes the August 21 proceedings and the defense’s claim of lack of evidence.
A district examiner for the federal workers compensation program holds hearings in Mobile on multiple claims. Evidence gathered over recent years is reviewed to determine compensation entitlements.
A fragmented report recounts Colonel Lindbergh flying west of Shimushiru Island toward Ketol, enduring a perilous first night in treacherous currents. It notes his silence about the famed May 1927 New York to Paris solo and hints at danger faced during early night hours.
New York Aug 21. Assistant U S Attorney J Edward Lumbard boarded the Bergen in Halifax to question crew and passengers about the mysterious disappearance of a Japanese passenger aboard the liner.
Justice Anderson backs the income tax rider amid legislative action. The session ends with votes on gas tax and two other items.
A new barge rate for tobacco exports is recorded as effective. The traffic office at the Chamber of Commerce notes the rate will apply to export shipments and will be established in the official schedule.
In London on August 21 a number of officials were summoned to an emergency budget meeting at No. 10 Downing Street with Prime Minister and cabinet members rushing to attend after a late summons just hours before the cabinet adjourned until Tuesday.
The forecast notes cloudy conditions with scattered thunder showers likely Friday night and Saturday. Observations from Montgomery and Selma report mid 80s temps while river forecast for Tombigbee indicates no significant change Friday.
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