05 Jan 1929
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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1929
Page
1
City officials plan to arrest delinquent taxpayers and fine them up to 25 dollars plus a five dollar head tax. An estimated three to four thousand residents had not paid by September 1, prompting a city hall conference led by Mayor Cecil F. Bates and City Attorney Vincent Kilborn.
Dred Rester aged 19 in county jail on assault to murder charge with J M Levy as complainant. Levy wounded in face by No 8 shot from a double barrel shotgun while Levy plans to plead self defense at arraignment next week in inferior criminal court. Both men live on Howell's Ferry road about 30 miles from the city. Levy, about 55, wounded in both eyes, shot reported by Deputy Sheriff Marshall Lee. Rester expected to bond today. In Washington the Kellogg anti war treaty debate lingers as Borah and Reed clash. Government bills and court actions noted. Chief Justice Rebel ONeill asserts he can stop hangings despite fellow justices votes. State context in Franklin, La.
The governor cancels initial orders to Sheriff Pecot not to hang Mrs Lebouef and Dr Dreher and then telephones to delay the action while consulting with officials. Sheriff Pecot faces a difficult dilemma as he awaits new instructions.
The Alabama Public Service Commission announces new electricity rates for private consumers of Alabama Power Company. It explains that customers can compare bills with the attached statement to decide whether to retain current rates or switch to the new rate, detailing how to file a withdrawal if staying with the old plan.
Officials report Tex Rickard in a critical condition after abdominal infection. A bulletin at 3 30 a m warned a definite change within the next hours could determine his fate. earlier notes showed no significant improvement. The episode follows his appendix removal amid ongoing battle for life.
Representatives from Mobile and other fertilizer firms attended a Southern Freight Association conference in Atlanta to discuss proposed revisions to freight rates on imported fertilizer and raw materials from Gulf ports. The meeting aimed to gauge views before anticipated Interstate Commerce Commission action within weeks. R Grobb of Mobile Chamber of Commerce attended for Mobile.
L. W. James manager of the district office of the bureau of foreign and domestic commerce will attend two meetings of commerce representatives in Washington.
Alabama forecast calls for showers in the east tonight, then partly cloudy and much colder Sunday with fair skies and strong coastal winds peaking from the south to northwest. Mississippi sees fair, much colder conditions with freezing in the southwest and fresh northwest winds along the coast.
The page notes early trading on Wall Street in New York with reference to opening prices on January 5. No further details are readable in the fragment.
The local meteorologist Albert Ashenberger said strong morning winds will ease later with partly cloudy skies and a low around 86 degrees tonight. Sunday looks fair but much colder with fresh northwest winds shifting southeast. Washington weather office extended warnings to Apalachicola as northerly winds move from Texas into the region.
King Pharr, brother of H Austiff Pharr and a president and trust officer at the First National Bank in Mobile, died at 8 this morning at Vaughan Memorial Hospital in Selma Alabama. Funeral set for 3 p.m. tomorrow in Selma cemetery. He leaves a widow and several sisters and brothers, including Mr. Pharr of Mobile. Pharr was a major cannner of fruit and vegetables with a large cannery plant at Catherine Alabama and had many Mobile friends aware of his passing.
A plan is under way to erect memorials for Rev. A F Owens D D who died last week in Selma and was buried in Magnolia cemetery. Donations and committee efforts are being organized locally to honor his memory.
Police officer Clarke sustains a sprained ankle after an afternoon incident. Officer Clarke remains with the police unit as the investigation continues.
Italy’s central bank reduced its discount rate from 6.56 percent to 6 percent as part of monetary policy adjustments. The move signals easing measures to stimulate lending and growth in the current economic environment.
War Department monitors Dixie plants as a potential southern shift in munitions production. Colonel John B. Sewell in Birmingham notes industrial development in the South is watched with interest as plants may convert from commercial to war material producers. A survey of Birmingham and other southern points is under way and many have received orders for materials.
A Commonwealth attorney and others pursue a case tied to the disappearance of Mrs. Ella McDowen Stee from her apartment. The inquiry focuses on a fashionable building where Haynes served as janitor and a disclosure about stains on the apartment floor.
The Mobile Police Relief Association invites members to a meeting to review by laws and station rules. The group outlines a $200 death benefit for officers and spouses and a weekly sick benefit, along with enrollment details for potential members.
In Oarville on January 5 prosecutor Walter commented on the case after bones were found in ashes prompting investigation into the cause and potential suspects. Local authorities said the discovery occurred at a residence connected to the inquiry.
Dissident members of Mobile’s tourist clubs vote down Huffman backed plan to merge with Mobile Automobile Club. Frank Wiser of Chicago presents the ticket as tensions rise over control of the Tourist Club. Huffman and Zolezzi clash at a contentious meeting while the club fails to approve takeover proposals.
Weather bureau advises flood and storm warnings from Savannah to Boston as Missouri storm moves northeastward with increasing intensity. Strong east winds and shifting northwest direction expected.
Torrential rains flood lower La Paz Bolivia, damaging many houses. Flood waters fill slanting streets, raising fear of further destruction as authorities assess the city.
A thief stole several tubes containing influenza germs from a doctor’s automobile in London. The doctor warned that breaking them indoors could trigger an epidemic, while exposure to open air would likely kill the germs. Police note a pattern of raids on physicians’ cars and suspect medical equipment theft.
Dr Downey reported that the pope praised King George for his role as constitutional monarch and showed keen interest in his progress. The pontiff said he prays for the king daily.
Toronto report states forged labels of five distilleries were used to distribute whiskey to New Year revellers in Detroit and Buffalo. Ontario Liquor Board will adopt measures to prevent imitation seals and tighten authentication. Henry said stronger safeguards are planned to curb forgery.
Two bombs in Chicago on January 5th caused damage and injuries as police attribute the incidents to a racketeering element. Investigators pursue leads while urging public calm and cooperation.
Pablo Venitas appeared as judge in a raid case on New Year’s Day. He described liquor found at his home as his, while Healy labeled him a liar. The proceedings led to a contempt remark and a fine was imposed.
Mrs. Sarah Smith 32, known as Madame Smith, a fortune teller palm reader and waiter, is jailed on a warrant sworn by Prosecutor Rob J Gipson. Sheriff deputies Dease and Vance seized her at her home on the Causeyville road. Mrs Bailey, wife of Toner Bailey, a farmer southeast of Meridian, died soon after hospital treatment following her arrest in the connected case.
Horace L. Williamson a 65 year old United States Rubber Company official died after falling from a rear yard window in his West Sud street apartment. His guest Miss Jary Sonari witnessed the events after they dined and visited a theatre and nightclub. Police believe Williamson tried to reach the window and lost his balance as he attempted to leave.
Police raided 47 sites in Manhattan and the Bronx before midnight as part of ongoing liquor enforcement under Commissioner actions. The sweep marks another push in the crackdown amid ongoing investigations and broader public safety efforts.
W H Cozier a 36 year old Lexington man is jailed on charges of malicious wounding and being drunk in a public place after a hotel room affray that left Maggie Ratcliffe 20 with stab wounds. Ratcliffe said the wounds may stem from mistaken identity. Cozier claimed a 19 year old girl named Ray Moore from Corbin Ky was involved and previously said she hailed from Cumberland Gap Tenn. He is held on vagrancy charges and once worked as an assistant purchasing agent for Lexington.
A 13 year old boy in Umatilla Florida shot two buck deer in one outing using a .22 short rifle while hunting in nearby woods. The incident occurred January 5 and reflects an unusual hunting feat for a young hunter.
Resemt Awakening surprises townspeople with a double execution of Ada Be bouef and Dr. Thomas B. in a startling event. Residents react with a mix of relief and unease as details emerge about the case and the ruling.
A severe blizzard sweeps central Iowa with Des Moines streets blocked and streetcar traffic halted. Snow piles reach near tops of vehicles and visibility drops while other eastern ports report rain.
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