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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1927

Page

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Former Sheriff Onder dog to Serve Federal Term

Former county sheriff Onder dogk faces federal service after a New Orleans court upholds a conviction tied to prohibition crimes. The case involves multiple county residents and liquor operations, with related appeals and actions by the United States court of appeals noted in the record.

B.L. Ohderdong United States Court of Is New Orleans Terbu of Appeals Ar Yester- Orleans Mk Wen Onderdogk Geveral Mobile

Modern quarantine station near Sand Island readies for occupancy

The new quarantine station near Sand Island along the Mobile River path is expected to be ready by February 25. Engineer Ian, representing the Treasury Department, said nine units are near complete with concrete roads being laid, brick and tile buildings, interior work nearly done, and fixtures to be installed soon.

Clion Sand Island Mobile River Ian Easury Department Tian Bae Aix United States Baslava Street

Surrender Shocks City Official After Defying Officers

A report from Central City notes Thomas J. Tyman surrendered after allegedly defying officers attempting to remove him from office. The incident concerns alleged inhuman treatment of prisoners and follows tense confrontation with lawmen.

Thomas J. Tyman

Slain Women And Suspect Die In Nashville Standoff

In Jefferson City Tennessee a man named Johnson killed two women then opened fire from a basement fortifying with weapons as deputies and the National Guard attacked. He wounded a deputy and himself in a prolonged shootout ending with his death. A nine year old lies with his mother among five children. Police say Johnson bought ammunition and food in the days before the attack.

Jefferson City Tenn W. B. Johnson Knoxville Johnson Soho Combe Distu Aherift Devonian Wathrs Johnson Este i Walter Revolver Ora Seana Bisharmy France

Shouse Returned to Camp Kilby in Bank Case Link

Shouse, released from a 15 year sentence, was taken back into custody today on orders from Governor W. We n. The transfer to Camp Kilby followed a move by authorities in the Birmingham bank robbery investigation. Detention is handled by state authorities with local police involvement.

Bate Wade Camp Kilby Shouse Girard Cart Dega Con- Shouse Birmingham Magic City Police Camp To

New Pilot Boat Alabamian Begins Trial Spin

The air s pilot D boat Alabamian has completed its initial spin trials at the docks amid minor changes before entering service. If successful it will replace the old Alabama, soon to be drydocked for repairs and rebuilding in Pensacola, after sailing to Mobile for final checks.

Alabama Pensa Mobile

Molasses Charges Prompt Rate Similarity Claim

A fragmented report discusses changes in molasses charges and whether the ping of molasses in iron or steel rises in line with prior rates. The text mentions Chamber and Cuba, with unclear references to containers and timing.

Algamo Cuba

Darrow Expected Here During Day at Battle Hoe

Pom is arriving at the Battle Hoe of the hotel and is expected to be joined by Darrow during the day as rumors of his appearance spread.

Darrow

River Vessels Struggle as Flood Waters Rise

River traffic hampers commerce as floodwaters surge on the central river. Vessels approach Demopolis and debris clogs channels while steamboat lines reassess tows. Officials note current easing but warn of continued danger from swollen streams near Birmingham.

Demopolis Mississippi Warrior Line Alawas Birming

Two Stills Taken By County Raiders

A daylight raid yielded two stills and a bottle of wine as officers continued their pursuit of illegal liquor. The operation, described as orderly, resulted in arrests and ongoing investigations.

Rain Tonight and Colder Friday Forecast

Weather watch notes rain likely tonight with a drop in temperatures by Friday. Fresh south to southeast winds shift to northwest as a cold front moves through, bringing a sharp temperature decline and unsettled conditions.

Visitor's car stolen from street in Pensacola

A visitor from Pensacola, L B Gentry, reported two youths took his car last night from the northeast corner of State and Royal streets. Police noted the vehicle vanished as two boys entered it. Other report states a car belonging to Mrs. G Colard was found abandoned at the Gulf Coast Garage yard.

L. B. Gentry Pensacola Fia Tikatsene Jackson Suto State and Royal Streets Itia Gulf Oo Company Sasies

Rotary hears Billy Sunday evangelist in report

A garbled item notes evangelist Billy Sunday speaking at a Rotary event. Mentions rotarians Bob Matthews and Walter Jenkins in secretary and choir director roles, with incomplete details on location and date.

Billy Rotary Billy, Unday Fogg Bob Matthews Walter Jenkins Mr. Jenkins

Four Held for Murder Freed in Memphis Case

Four men arrested after the body of Mien Bin, 27, was found with a bullet wound. They were released after questioning as Miss Wilson, believed involved in the death, reportedly acted in a distress over financial troubles and claimed they tried to prevent her from harming herself.

Memphis Wivon Mien bin Miss Wilson

Banker Seriously Ill Amid Local Financial Turbulence

A McComb banker, identified as Bataan Sreaaen of Spe Nita First National Bank, is seriously ill. The report notes his illness impacts the McComb banking community and local trust institutions.

Bataan Sreaaen Spen Natio Bank Ie Bank and Trust Com

Publisher Dies in Five-Story Fall

Robers, publisher in Columbus, Ohio, dies after a five story fall. Report from Columbus dated January 13 notes Wolfe of Ahe nd the Ohio region as part of the surrounding coverage.

Roberts Columbus Ohio Wolfe The

California Feels Two Earth Tremors Reported

Two minor earthquakes rattled California prompting brief shaking notices in Brawley and nearby areas. Officials reported no injuries or major damage as residents describe tremors felt across the region. The temblors prompted routine safety checks and emergency communications from local agencies.

Assistance of Children in Chest Program

The Community Chest seeks school children to aid fundraising under H H Wet Saipese guidance. Captains chosen by division chairs will run campaigns and solicit donations starting January 24, aiming to place cards with every employee in large businesses to speed up the effort.

Community Chest H. H. Wet

Blind musician Tremer returns home amid Chicago concerts

Tremer, a blind musician famed for radio performances in Chicago, was reported returning home this morning. The notice lists his address as 1412 Sprin avenue and credits Williams for the station announcement of his return.

Chicago George W Sprin Avenue Williams

Show Up Lights to Stop Speeding in Town District

A fragmented note describes a local effort to install lights in the town district to curb speeding. It mentions patrols and measures aimed at reducing fast driving and improving safety.

Fire halts 500 miners at Wheeling plant

A disruption at the No. 2 fan line of the mine’s operations in Wheeling suspends work for about five hundred miners. The incident centers on a fault that temporarily shuts the plant and halts production while safety checks are conducted.

Wheeling Five Hundred Eas Mi Pany Comcom

Memphis Man Tries Razor in Suspected Suicide Attempt

Report from Memphis Tennessee describes a man attempting self harm with a razor after consuming rum and iodine. He reportedly injured himself while trying to cut his throat and received medical attention.

Memphian Memphis Tenn Grenada

Missing Girl Sought by Police In Decent Disappearance

Police search for 18 year old Loneo who vanished from home on December. Family reports she wore a brown wig a red hat and pale clothing. Authorities appeal for information to locate her whereabouts.

Loneo Decen Police Department Brown Wee Wan Bisek Arco

Repair Holes in Cedar Point Road Reported

Bad holes in the Cedar Point road north and south of Doger bridge are the subject of county highway repairs. The county board of revenue is addressing the holes near James J. Stielton and the bridge in the smarah area.

Cedar Point Doger Bridge County Board of Revenue James J. Stielton

Jury committees inspect in first week of February

Committees from the January grand jury are scheduled to make inspections in the first week of February. The action aims to review matters presented by the grand jury and report findings to officials.

Texas Tax Expert Faces Valuation Dispute in Fraud Case

The defense challenges the government over a 190000 stock valuation cited in the record. Treasury files show no confirmation of the valuation, while the prosecution questions whether the valuation was ever confirmed. The defense cautions against shifting the burden of proof onto them as appeals proceed.

Tasemeth Comrolgsiover Internal Revenue Danie Tiga Angie Iig Vnva Treasury Department Saeetes Daen Henry Ford E Defense Per Tem

Bank President Endorses Community Chest Plan

The president of the First National Bank of Mobile approves a community chest program to raise funds for charitable and welfare work. Endorsement supports securing money for local charitable agencies and welfare initiatives.

Speretins Eeactinal Bestor Eee Mobile Aceon Hea

Divorce Suit Details For Custody Of Two Children

The divorce suit seeks custody of Adelaide Martin and Fiorri Weaees, aged 16 and younger, with both children currently in Baltimore. The couple married in April, separated November 1, and the case is filed for the March term of Kalb Superior Court.

Gant Pear Ma Andier Adelaide Martin Fiorri Weaees Candier Baltimore Peja Kalb Superior Court

Gasoline Price Jump Hits Mobile Markets

Gasoline prices rise again in Mobile as Gulf Refining and Texas Company announce two pending orders to raise the price. The cost had recently been 20 cents and climbs to 24 cents amid a new state tax and ongoing company increases. Local offices cite the tax and rising costs as causes for the jump.

Mobile Ndard Hux Ord Gulf Refining Npany Grees Texas Company

Assault leads to fine in inferior criminal court

Wille D Butt was fined 51 dollars and costs of 90 days hard labor by Judge N R Clarke for assaulting a man on St Louis Street. Joseph Long faced unrelated charges and Eugene Farmer’s bonds were forfeited amid an alias arrest.

Wille D. Butt N. R. Clarke Inferior Criminal Court St. Louis Street Joseph Long Asse Eugene Farmer Oakens Averill Costa

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