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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1932

Page

1

Uniform handling charges on cotton at gulf ports urged

R G Cobb traffic manager Mobile Chamber of Commerce told a New Orleans hearing that uniform cotton handling rates should apply at gulf ports. He cited discrimination against Mobile and eastern points and proposed a single five cent rate from points east of the Mississippi to New Orleans Gulfport and other ports.

Gulf Ports R. G. Cobb Mobile Chamber of Commerce New Orleans Mobile Uni Cobb Mississippi Gulfport

Rivers Convicted in Circuit Court Assault to Murder

Timmie Rivers was found guilty by a circuit court jury of assault to murder and sentenced by Judge Goldsby to an indeterminate two to three year term in the state penitentiary. Bertram Kline, a Chicago resident, was convicted of auto theft from Lewis Odom and leaving the scene of an accident, receiving two to three years in prison and six months hard labor for the county, to be served first.

Timmie Rivers Yodee Joel Goldsby Ermof E State Penitentiary Levoid Sullitoda’ Goldsby Bertram Kline Chicago State Penitentiary Lewis Odom Kline

Sail schooner Chiquimula towed into Pensacola harbor

The Mobile owned schooner Chiquimula was towed into Pensacola harbor last night after reporting a strained rudder post while sailing from a Cuban port to Nicaragua. The master stated the vessel navigated with difficulty and sought its home port.

Pensacola Florida Nicaragua Pensa

Dr. William Ray Dobyns obituary in Birmingham

Death notices from Associated Press report the death of Dr William Ray Dobyns a nationally known leader in the Presbyterian church in Birmingham Alabama Also noted is a Paducah Kentucky item about Marie Cobb as Irving Cobb the hunter detective and possibly another obituary or notice related to Irving Cobb remains unclear

Associated Press William Ray Dobyns Birmingham Ala Presbyterian Church

Dr Charles Weeeey obituary in La Jolla

Dr Charles Weeeeey 79 longtime editor theologian and president emeritus of wailed Institute Evanston died in La Jolla California. He served as editor at major publications and influenced religious scholarship through his leadership roles. He is survived by colleagues and family.

Samuel T. Carnes Pioneer Utilities Sportsman Dies

Samuel T. Carnes, 82, prominent Memphis figure in public utilities and a member of a socially notable family, is described as a pioneer sportsman in obituaries noting his local influence.

Samuel T. Carnes Memphis, Tenn

Roosevelt Silent On Smith Visit To Capital

Albany sources report Franklin D Roosevelt silent on a possible visit by Alfred E Smith to the capital. A New York office statement said Smith had no intention of visiting this month or next, amid rumors of a split in their political alliance and ongoing leadership plans for the party.

Roosevelt Smith Capital Associated Press Albany Dan Autre ’ Smith Franklin Mr. Smith New York Cone Etromy Dente

Eight Indicted in Dothan Seed Loan Scheme Case

A federal grand jury indicted Circuit Solicitor J. Noeton Mullins Farm Demonstration Agent J. Hous ton Charlie C. McArthur and six others in Dothan Alabama on charges tied to fraudulent access to government seed loans. Indicted individuals include McArthur Espy Trawick Ward Hemmond Leo Gordon and Sam Howard. All defendants received $5 000 bonds and are due in federal court March 7. The case probes broad fraud in seed loan distribution in southeast Alabama.

Associated Press Dothan, Ale J. Noeton Mullins J. 2 Houston Charlie C. McArthur P. McArthur Ash Ford Ala Sheil Trawick Ward H. Hemmond Dothan Leo Gordon, Ale Sam ‘How McArthurs Espy Howard Grand Congress Alabama

School poll tax urged for education fund

W C Griggs school superintendent asked principals teachers and supervisors to promote paying poll taxes by next Monday. He said the tax goes into the general education fund of the school board and funds district schools. He urged teachers to pay and help others to pay before February 1.

W. C. Griggs Griggs

Negro Shot After Struggle With Officers on Pecan Street

Hyland and Officer O'Brien had Wax in custody for assaulting his wife with a smoothing iron when Wax broke away. Wax approached the officers with a heavy stick and Hyland fired one shot, seriously wounding the suspect. The incident occurred near City hospital as Wax fled toward a yard.

Pecan Street City Hospital R. L. Dorian White and Pearson Hyland Pat O’brien Wax Virginia

Offcers Elected at Morgan Plan Company Mobile

Ww. P. Lewis was elected president of the Morgan Plan Company in Mobile. D. Beville and Dr. F. Marion Inge were named vice presidents, with John J. Mason as secretary treasurer. Directors include P. D. Beville T. A. Gadik R. N. Hudson Dry F Marion Inge W. P. Lewis John J. McMahon John J. Mason Dr. J. C. OGwynn Leslie J. Richards Wayton L. Sink.

W. P. Lewis Morgan Plan Company Ee of Mobile D. Beville F. Marion Inge John J. Mason P. D. Beville T. A. Gadik R. N. Hudson Dry F Marion Inge John 3. McMahon J. C. O’gwynn Leslie J. Richards Wayton L. Sink

Sophomores Awarded Forfeit Victory in Intramural Play

The Spring Hill college sophomores were awarded a forfeit victory over the juniors for non appearance Tuesday afternoon in intramurals. The seniors have held first place while second and third remain undetermined. Wednesday the seniors face the freshmen and the sophomores meet the juniors in the final games.

Spring Hill College

Film lineup includes Hell Divers and Reckless Age

Amusements feature Saenger Wallace Beery with Clark Gable Conrad Nagel and Dorothy Jordan in Hell Divers. Also showing Murder by the Clock with Bill Boyd and Lillyan Tashman and This Reckless Age with Charles Ruggles and Frances Dee in talking pictures.

Carrobn 7 Murder By the Clock Migge Bill Boyd and Lillyan Tashm Crown Charles Ruggles Frances Dee

College Scores From Unclear AP Roundup

An AP stitched score fragment shows college basketball results with Viegas and several colleges including Georgetown Berea and Cameron. The text is garbled and contains broken team names and numbers.

The Associated Press Viegas. Miliary Institute College Georgetown College Berea Coll State Bk

Sherity's Base Court Notice in Alabama County Record

A damaged OCR note references a court writ issued by a circuit court in Alabama. It mentions a sheriff’s sale or property seizure and details about front locations and property tied to a defendant. The legible fragments point to a judicial action requiring response or payment.

Sherity Alabama County of Batie Hike Iehuaty Courtneues

Separation settlement reached in Asher divorce case

Los Angeles reports a separation between Ephraim M. Asher, a motion picture producer, and Mrs Lillian Asher formerly Lillian Bonner. Attorney Milton Cohen says a separate maintenance suit for Mrs Asher cites mental cruelty and a two effect prop erty settlement was reached with details unavailable. Asher long active in Hollywood including a period as general manager of Corinne Griffith productions.

Los Angeles Ephriam M. Asher Lillian Asher Lillian Bonner Milton Cohen Asher Cohen Hollywood Corinne Griffith Productions

Alabama worker loses three fingers and a thumb in accident

T. A. Jones, operating a pulling machine in Alabama, suffered the loss of three fingers and a broken thumb Tuesday when his hand was caught in the machinery. He was treated at the infirmary. doctors say his condition is not serious.

T. A. Jones Alabama Jones H. 8. J. Walker Tak de Tonite

Inauguration of Night Flying on New Hans-Atlanta Air Mail Route

Beacons on the New Hans-Atlanta air mail route are being lit with two towers in Mobile County and one in the Mobile River delta area. Bids for painting the beacon towers have been opened by the commerce department, with a department representative in Mobile to open proposals. Montgomery will be a stopping point as the route likely begins operations mid February.

Alabama E. G. Bradley BE. A. Miller Mobile County of Mobile Alaa A. Miller Alsdale Beacon Towers Department of Commerce Mobile County Mobile River Delta Bat Trad Here Monery Montgomery Padsédger Transportation mAijl

Holland Chosen Commander Of Mobile Disabled Veterans Chapter

Allen C. Holland was chosen commander of the Mobile chapter of Disabled American Veterans at a courthouse meeting. Dépuy was elected senior vice commander and B. San treasurer to replace A. L. Flowers who resigned. The session was well attended with several matters discussed.

Allen C. Holland Mobile Dépuy Dheeielae 8. B.san Mr. Holland A. L. Flowers Diam Booth

Classified Display Rates and Insertion Schedule

Advertisements are listed with per inch per issue pricing and daily morning and evening placements. The notice references Dexter location, SAE at fee register, and style notes for consistent display formatting across editions.

Classified Lineon Advertising Rates and Bundles

Sizes and pricing for classified ads appear with rates of twenty cents per word and discounts for consecutive placements. The short note specifies an 8 point type size and wording emphasis on per word charges and volume.

Style No. 8 This Size 6 Point Type

A fragmented notice notes a styling instruction and pricing confusion with references to size, type, and a 16 cent wart. The readable lines mention consecutive repeats and a price point amid unclear product details.

Announcements and misc notices in a damaged column

A compilation of stray notices and ads including lost hounds, personal horoscopes, chimney drawing tips, travel services, and auto parts listings. The readable items include a lost black and white hound contact, a character analyst contact, a horoscope adviser, a restaurant plate lunch offer, a travel bureau ad, and various automotive dealers offering tires, parts, and auto supplies.

Pierce Case Seeks Special Venire Drawn for March Trial

A venire for the Pierce robbery case was drawn and a request for a special venire was made by attorney Harry Seale. Judge Joel W. Goldeby will preside. trial scheduled for March 10 with several connected defendants to be tried.

Joel W. Goldeby H. C. Pierce Pierce Harry Seale

Building materials and job ads combined in early 20th listing

An eclectic classified page shows ads for lumber products from Southern Pine and Hardwood Lumber including No 3 flooring No 2 siding and cypress shingles listing wholesale prices. It also runs help wanted notices for engineers secretaries accountants and a business opportunity section with local employment and investment ads.

Mile Creek

Beauty and service ad notes in city shops

A garbled ad page lists beauty shops offering permanent waving and other services, including Gould Beauty Shop in Jackson and Stevens Permanent Waving Shoppe, with contact details. Additional lines advertise piano tuning, dressmaking, shoe repair, and jewelry repair services across multiple local addresses.

Gould Jackson North Ann Stevens Church Etreet

Salary and Chattel Loans Ad from Sinclair Offer

A compact advertising blurb by Employees Finance Co promotes salary and chattel loans with no security or endorsers and easy payment plans. It notes locations near Meaher Building and Franad street and emphasizes ready cash and favorable rates.

Employees Finance Co Fae Buildin ’ Finance Work Company Franad Street Yeu Sinclair Finance CO First National Bank Bldg

Bicycles for Sale and Local Notices Pack Classifieds

Classified ad section lists bicycles for sale with repair and delivery services from Dexter area. Also notes coal dealers furniture antiques and a young boy drowning incident in Huntsville with sewer accident details. Local listings include Valentines and various misc sale items and services.

Furnished Rentals Offer Several City Apartments

Advertises furnished and unfurnished apartments and rooms with private baths and garages. Listings include 118 North Ann, 3801 Bt, and 206 Church areas mentioning walking distance and private entrances. References and T4 three or four room options noted.

South Anh North Ann Metro St. Cal South Ienore Ghia Jung Lower Ivo Bath Jackson Vdabenatinian Bt. Manuel

Apartments Furnished and Unfurnished for Rent or Sale

Fragmented classified listing references furnished and unfurnished apartments with features like garages and water access. Mentions addresses 456 South Broad Dexter 1044 and 166 Houston, five rooms, and redecoration. Also includes informal notes about sale or watch.

South Broad Dexter Claiborne Man & Cases Houston

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