17 Jan 1927
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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1927
Page
1
The victim reports a robbery at 11 30 p.m. on Com ception and Theatre streets. A dark skinned man about five feet ten inches, 150 pounds, wearing a blue serge suit, robbed him, took money and papers, and was not masked. Police seek identification of the suspect, likely named Burch, 216 South Jackson Street.
Final plans for Ghtal events were outlined this week with readiness by week’s end for the district campaign kickoff. J D Dix campaign chairman calls captains to submit worker names to the office within a day. A F Norquist leads speakers bureau and invites unions and organizations to request talks on best plans. Harry T Hartwell proclaims next week as best week to boost campaign success. Mark Lyons chairs the initial gifts committee and hosted a luncheon at the Battle House.
Reverend J Frank Norris testifies on his life as a lumberman and his role in the shooting of Dexter Schlops. The defense and prosecution prepare to counter a story involving Mrs Roxie or another woman connected to the incident.
The governor’s inaugural ceremony unfolds on January 1 with a public salute from Luverne Battery and a procession of military and civic groups. Governor-elect James Graves pledges enforcement of laws by all officers and upholds the nation’s supreme law against nullification.
Funeral services for James McPhillips head of the James McPhillips Grocery Company occur this afternoon in Mobile. The services are set for 3 o clock at St Marys Catholic Church with burial in the Catholic cemetery. He was a longtime Mobile resident active in civic life and a former director of the People's Bank and Alabama Dry Dock and Shipbuilding Company. Survived by his widow Petronella and three sons, three daughters, three brothers, four sisters and six grandchildren.
Protests from Mobile and Baldwin counties urge Washington to drop plans to cut daily bag limits for migratory waterfowl. The hearings are set for January 20 at the National Museum in Washington, with sportsmen arguing the proposed nationwide limits ignore regional conditions.
Miss Elizabeth Fonds chairwoman of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce women’s division today championed the community chest as a long step toward shared service. She said it would relieve social workers and cement community cooperation while saving time and money for business leaders.
County commissioner Albert Towle was accused of ethics violations for requesting the tax collector to turn over December 15 1926 to January 1 1927 funds to the treasurer before the old board ended its term The dispute centered on timetables for December collections and the responsibilities of the incoming board chaired by Arthur D Davis The county treasurer said he preferred to hold funds until they were due and the hearing noted that the new board faced adjustments to the prior year’s accounting
A rest day is noted for Billy Sunday with unspecified events or activities surrounding the observance. No further details provided about location date or participants.
The Coast Cutter under Captain H. G. Brockway did not report the position of the United States steamer Stanley, a 401 ton vessel built in Seattle in 1919, adrift about 300 miles south of South Pass. The Tallapoosa radioed that Stanley carried bagged fuel and floated with fresh north winds. Officials expect Tallapoosa to reach the Stanley about 3 this evening. no radio dispatch has been received. The Stanley is a Pioneer Line ship, in service through China and the Far East, and observers say the craft is not in immediate danger.
Four masked men robbed an Orleans store, tying up workers and taking about $1,900 in jewelry and cash. Dennis June, an employee, was held during the break in at Jacob Young’s shop and a garage nearby. The spree lasted several hours before police intervened.
At a Gulf Fishing and Hunting Club banquet Saturday night Mobile County Medical Society installed officers. New leaders include Dr G D Perdue as president and A Gane as vice president with other officers named.
Burglars robbed a pool room and cafe, taking cash from a register. An officer investigated the scene and noted possible tire tracks near the property. Details are fragmented and names or exact times are unreadable in the report.
Dr W M Mastin suffered a near fatal entrapment when a car crash required the release of the vehicle. Recorder D H Edington announced heavier fines for stop law violations as state enforcement intensifies after the crash at 55 South Franklin street.
Leo Curry of 306 Marine Street was fined and costs or days hard labor for operating an automobile while intoxicated by Recorder D. H. Edington after a trial force court. Curry collided in the afternoon with a vehicle operated by C. F. Williamson of 106 South Jefferson Street. the car Curry rode in was parked. James Douglas of 600 Texas Street was detained at police headquarters on charges of failing to report and reckless driving. Willie Cook faced a charge of driving his automobile at a distance of fifteen miles per hour in Broad and Anthony Streets.
D. N. Pennington, formerly with New Orleans prohibition enforcement as assistant to deputy administrator B. W. Matthews, arrived to assume duties in the Mobile unit. The force cooperates with coast guards along the coast in enforcing the Maquorane. Local prohibition leaders and the coast guard discussed operations along the west coast.
George N Sanders former treasurer of a mission board was indicted for theft of mission funds totaling 3 996 07. Defense argued for sentence and noted ongoing appeals as Sanders received a 20 year term after pleading to related charges.
Willie Pryor, 26, newly freed from a state penitentiary term, faces court again on charges linked to Henry Thomas and a statutory offense. The report notes his prior imprisonment and impending legal proceedings.
The house ways and means committee today moved to permit partial shipments from Cuba, seeking to extend an existing law authorizing such shipments. The action marks a step toward easing restrictions on Cuban cigar imports.
Austin Texas January 17 The race for Texas governor nears its end as Mrs Miriam Ferguson prepares to retire amid pressure from critics and a push to maintain a stable home life. Dan Moody attorney general assumes state executive duties at noon tomorrow as Ferguson seeks to vindicate her tenure. Moody’s rise from district attorney to governor marks a dramatic shift in Texas politics.
Gas Fields, charged with violating the prohibition law by selling or distributing liquor, was fined $50 by the court today. Brazil and H. pogré were arrested and docketed on related charges in the proceeding before the judge.
A fragmented account describes a fatal shooting involving an alleged Alabama bandit known as Cat. The chaotic text references Crumpling to mortal injury, a youth and a worker injured or affected, and a fatal event on a road or route with unclear specifics.
An unnamed seven injured person list includes Eli Brantley who was unconscious after a Scenic highway crash near the Alba Fishing and Hunting Club yesterday afternoon. Brantley suffered head and neck injuries as one vehicle overturned. Hospital reports confirm he was unconscious and treated at the scene.
The Pane Conc rede ern Shore Yacht Club will hold a meeting at 7 30 tonight at the chamber of commerce to elect officers and discuss plans for the coming term. Members were urged to attend as the club outlines its canvas and aims.
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