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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 10, 1927

Page

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Two Held In Auto Tire Theft Case In Prichard

Hubert Piper of Prichard and George Brownhart of Bon Air face grand larceny charges after police nabbed them in Oakdale for stealing auto tires and a license plate from William Hughes's car on South Royal Street. A dismantled car tied to the suspects was turned to detectives for investigation. Jimmie Davis, 18, is jailed on burglary and grand larceny charges after a transom entry yielded $30 from a drug store safe.

Hubert Piper Prichard George Brownhart Bon Air Oe Reecorder Burch Oakdale el Merrill Piper Ing William Hughes South Royal Street Per Jimmie Davis Davin

Rebellion in Mexico Mentioned by Jara

An unclear report references rebellion under a weapon in Mexico and remarks by Jara. The fragment mentions names and regions such as Gandara and Boon, with partial details about activities and a taqued event.

Arme Mexico Jara Jude Independent Boon

Sunday revival services paused with Mobile meetings resumed

There will be no services today for the Billy Sunday revival in Mobile while meetings restart Tuesday afternoon. The evangelist spoke at the tabernacle on Royal and St. Anthony streets urging listeners to choose salvation now and declare there is no neutral path.

Citronelle Tabernacle Royal and St. Anthony Streets Mobile Sunday Jesus

Eight Arrested on Prohi Charges

Eight arrests for violating the prohibition law reported in a two hour period. Suspects include Jim Jame toe Dewitt Johnson Mary Willie Hayes Julia Sam and J Powell with W Foster charged for alarming an officer. Stills seized miles from St Stephens and Mobile outfits ranged 60 to 150 gallons. Sheriff Wade and officials aided in the arrests.

Trnes Jim Jame Toe Dewitt Johnson Mary Willie Hayes Julia Sam J. Powell W. Foster Powell Santaya St. Steffers Mobile Wade

Two Injured in Violent Affray at Peoria House

Lula Stafford, a Black resident, was struck with a ginb pipe in a Peoria residence during an affray last night. Police report two Black victims sustained injuries, and investigation continues into the disturbance at the M street home.

Lula Stafford Peoria

Rev Alexander to Leave Soon for Texas Parish

Reverend William A. Alexander of the Presbyterian church will depart soon for Dallas, Texas, to take charge of the Highland Park Presbyterian Church. The move was announced yesterday morning at the church.

Rev. Alexander Wiliam A. Alexander Presbyterian Church Y Bis Dalian Texas Highland Park Presby

False alarms plague city fire wards overnight

Two unframed alarms reported by unknown individuals last night prompted police and fire records. Chief Burch urged cane officers to locate culprits and warned of a $50 reward for arrest and conviction. Alarms struck Alba and O'Donnell streets at 6 00 and Delaware and Warrens at 8 18.

Burch Alba and O'Donnell Delaware and Warrens St. Michael and Wilkinson Marine Malaverue Marmotte Street Claiborne Monroe Streets Church and Conception Streets

Freeze Expected Around Mobile Tonight

Forecast indicates a low around freezing in Mobile tonight with a heavy frost risk. Reports show nighttime temperatures near 32 degrees and a reading of 86 degrees recorded earlier.

Mobile Office of Ing

Pickpockets Victimize Four in Mobile Crowd

A Mississippi man reports $20 stolen from his pocket on a Mobile streetcar while boarding after a Floriday trip. Police also hear of an $18 theft from a man in a crowd at a Sunday meeting as another suspect is described as a negro.

M. Weaver Lutedale Miss Mobile Flor Dau Hin Royal Weaver Fonmmas Mobley See Hie Mannie Hamilton Negro Chen

County board defers garage improvements vote after committee report

The county board of revenue and road commissioners delays action on a planned garage upgrade and new building after a merchants committee recommends substantial improvements and a larger concrete-floored facility. The meeting also discusses bid procedures, rejects bids from two grocers, and reviews the treasurer’s revenue and expense report.

County Board of Revenue and Road Commissioners Committee of Merchants Davis John A. Hurt Forchheimer Grocery Company McPhillips Grocery Company

Moore and Hornsby in betting dispute at Union Station

Moore and attorney William Burkamp accuse Rogers Hornsby of owing them 92 000 after advances for a betting pool. Hornsby denies the loan claims and says he never bet through Moore while admitting tips on horse races. The row follows Hornsby’s recent signing with the New York Giants and a contract clause prohibiting betting or associations with bettors.

Moore Ornaby Ge Egy Hornsby St. Louis

Vessels Ashore Near Southwest Pass Reported Safe

Coast Guard reports two ships went aground near Southwest Pass Saturday night but need no help. The four masted Vivian Price of Boston was floated Sunday and cleared. The steamer Charlies C Black remained aground but was deemed hazardous and likely to be floated with tugs. Tallapoosa stood by ready to assist if needed.

Coast Guard Tallapoosa

New Recreation Classes Open for Members Soon

City recreation department announces two new courses with limited 20 member slots. A recreational leadership class starts January 14 at 7 pm, open to teachers club leaders and youth group representatives. An artful storytelling course begins January 12, runs twelve weeks, taught by H. G. Rogers, superintendent of education.

Witnesfed H. G. Rogers Educa

Father Roger Sent to Birmingham Cathedral

Father Roger is dispatched to Birmingham for service at St. Peter’s Cathedral and related duties as announced by the diocese. The move also involves Parson Prather assisting with parish matters during the transition.

Roger Birmingham

Norris Faces Murder Charge in Texas Today

The article reports Dr. Norris facing a murder trial in district court in Texas over the July 17 shooting of Dexter Chipps in Orris' office. Defense counsel Dayton Moses plans to introduce evidence that Chipps telephoned the pastor before the shooting to demand a retraction of attacks on Meacham. Special prosecutor William McLean argues Norris' guilt and possible death sentence, while Norris claims the state persecutes him and he intends to testify.

Dexter BE. Chipps Nereis Orris Onayor H. Ceacham Dayton Moses Norris Chipps Meacham William McLean Bagnall Norris McLean Ays

Tulsa Bandits Loot Sapulpa Bank for $20,000

Six men held up Sapulpa State Bank in Tulsa Oklahoma taking about $20,000 with pistols. They fled in an automobile as police pursued. Authorities searched for the suspects.

Tulsa Bandits Tulsa Okla Cmes Sapulpa State Bank

Muck in Loop as Car Roams Crowded Chicago Streets

Snowy commuter chaos grips the Loop as a street car on a fixed route wanders downtown for about 30 minutes. Detours jam traffic while the motorman and conductor cope with dizzy passengers and misdirected tracks near Clark Street.

Chicago

Snow Dims city as light snowfall graces Atlanta

Snow fell across Atlanta as temperatures dropped, marking a light winter coating. Reported by city observers, the light snow began early today and covered streets and buildings with a thin white layer.

Atlanta Sinow Colegio Opere Masonry Elim

Snow Dusts Aniston Trees and Cars This Morning

Aniston awoke to a light snow covering on trees and car tops left out overnight. Snow resumed around 8:30 a.m. and fell briefly before clouds broke and sun returned. The heaviest part of the winter fell last night.

Anniston Ala

Birmingham Yeggs Get $40,000 in Gems

Diamonds worth $40,000 taken from the Good Raincoat and Jewelry vault after robbers chiseled into the safe. Loose gemstones valued at $19,000 plus mounted stones $7,000, 57 watches $800 and cash totaling $570 were recovered in the heist.

Good Raincoat and Jewelry Company

Man Fined For Crossing Fire Hose Line

A warning by Oder D H Edington about heavy fines for running over fire hose was carried out this morning. Assistant police and fire officials testified that Manuel Reimer of 21450 Government paid a $26 fine and $2 costs after crossing hose at the Mailleis Bakery fire at Government and Conception streets.

D. H. Edington Eee Tovuart HM. A. Reimer San Oble Manuel Third Tapia Reimer Mailleis Government Conception Streets

Missionary Union Board Meeting Scheduled in Toulminville

The executive board of the Woman's Missionary Union of the Mobile Baptist Association will meet tomorrow at 9 o clock in Toulminville. The gathering aims to prepare for the regular meeting set for January 5. Superintendent Mrs. RM Hunter urges all members to attend.

Woman's Missionary Union of the Mobile Baptist Association Toulminville RM. “Hunter

Man Taken Ill Falls On Street Near City Hospital

John Foren of 246 St Emanuel Street collapsed on the street and was removed to City Hospital around 9 o clock. The report notes a wound to the back of the head and details are incomplete due to damaged text.

John Foren St. Emanuel Street

Calles Arbitration Suggestion on Oil Lease Dispute

President Calles proposed submitting the United States Mexico oil lease dispute to international arbitration at the Hague. State department officials said no official move would be made without formal action and warned the issue may not fit arbitration. The administration faces Senate opposition over policy, with Kellogg to testify before the Foreign Relations Committee.

Calles Mexico United States Hague State Department Callies Mexico City Central America Court of Arbitration Cales Senate Callen Sigure

Man Struck By Car After Getting Off Vehicle

Michael Feore of 206 Georgia Avenue was struck by a car at Government and Georgia avenues last night. The driver stopped and took the injured man to the City Hospital. Police report a confrontation occurred at police quarters.

Michael Feore Georgia Avenue Tal

Divorcee Slain in Memphis by Jealous Swain

Police say a love-sick former husband confessed to killing Mrs. Bennett in Memphis. The slaying occurred yesterday as investigators pieced together the motive and sequence of events.

Memphis Esterday Cnamnion Bennett

Honore Will Basis of Law Suit in Monroe Estate Case

In Tate Fra Jan 10 a bill of complaint in circuit court seeks relief over the administration of the Adrian C. Monroe estate real estate dealer who died months ago. Plaintiff John D. Rockefeller names Grant Ill Ida Honore Grant and trustees of the Honroes estate as defendants claiming part of the Honore estate should revert to the Rockefeller estate and that he purchased acreage involved.

Rockefeller

Ship Inspectors to Georgia for Vessel Examination

United States inspectors from Hen Onoers and Thomas departed the city for Bainetdes, Ga, to examine the passenger vessel. J. W. Calliahan and other officials will return to Mobile tomorrow.

United States Ana Thomas Bainaetdes Gan J. W. Calliahan Mobile

Mrs Moorehead Removed To Home

Mrs CC B Moorehead of South Broad Street was taken to a home by relatives as she was reported to be returning home. The text mentions several snippets about hearings and a Senate oil committee inquiry in Washington with Harry F Sinclair denied another hearing.

Mra CC. B. Moorehead South Broad Street Mos Re Washington Harry F. Sinclair Senate Senate Oil Committee

Fire at Macon Academy Injures Ten Students

A fire at the Macon Academy for Boys in Royal, Virginia, early today injured ten of about 200 students who fled in their clothing. Five of the injured were taken to a hospital amid the blaze as firefighters battled the flames.

Front Royal Dolph Macon Academy

Weather bulletin details rain and snow across state

Fragmentary report notes sleet and snow in Winston area and lighter precipitation elsewhere. Mentions a winter weather advisory and limited accumulations around six inches in some zones with travel impacts.

Choctawa County Citizens Charged in Prejudice Raid

Police conducted a raid in Cromwell area resulting in charges against two individuals for liquor possession. Officers Graves and Ruus led the operation with federal agents assisting. four barrels of gallons seized during the crackdown amid Prohibition era enforcement.

Reed Eyding Graves Ruus Cromwell

Supreme Court Dismisses Gasoline Tax Cases

The Supreme Court dismissed four cases challenging statutes on gasoline taxes and licenses for automobile operators in Oregon and Washington. The action was taken today without ruling on the merits.

Washington Tro Oregon Supreme Court

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