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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1928

Page

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Peage Bond Required of Nap Boldon in Wade Shooting Case

In Mobile, Judge Edington imposed a $1000 peace bond after Nap Boldon alias Nappy Bolling refused to move from a taxicab stand and acted disruptively in court following a Wade shooting last October. Boldon was jailed in default of the bond. he had been arraigned on contempt and fined 2.50 or five days.

C. A. Boldon Alerdeen Wade Mobile J's Edington Boldon Bolling Conception St. Francis Bolden

Propaganda Against Boulder Dam and Muscle Shoals Touted

Edward F. McKay of Oklahoma City testified before the Federal Trade Commission that public favor was shaped to influence utility policy. McKay, former attorney for the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, said he directed publicity for the Oklahoma Utilities Association and described his prior work as a newspaper man and Woodward Dispatch owner.

J. R. Wiggins Wiggins Pensacola Edward F. McKay Oklahoma City Oklahoma Public Utility Information Bureau Federal Trade Commission McKay Corporation Commission of Oklahoma Okklahoma Utilities Association Woodward Dispatch Woodward Okla Oklahoma Editors’ Association Oklahoma Corporation Commission Fred W. Insull Tulsa Insull Byliesby Conths Publicitae

Hoover Sets Out Position in First Campaign Statement

Herbert Hoover issued his first campaign statement from Washington describing government as more than administration and outlining his position on farm relief. He called for a responsible approach, urged congressional action, and pledged to find a 60 solution to agricultural insecurity for the nation’s farm regions.

Hoover Congress

Curtis Borah Outlines States Sentiment for Nominating Speech

Curtis Borah voices support for control by states and signals plans to name a nominating speech for a senator. The article notes New Jersey and Kansas figures, referencing Borah’s stance and the broader debate over a vice presidential declaration.

Borah New Jersey Kansas

Automobile Club Chooses Rep To Attend Opening Of Highway

The Automobile Club selected a representative to attend the opening of the highway in Cincinnati on June 29 as part of the American Automobile Association events. Mrs EB Senn, office secretary, will oversee arrangements for the delegate and related duties. A committee led by Roderick I. Speer with Lester E. Carroll and W N LeGear was formed to explore further benefits for members amid discussions of tolls charged by Mobile Bay Bridge contractors for aid to stranded tourists.

Tariffs Suspended by Southern Railway Hearing Planned

Tariff suspensions involving joint rates with the Alabama Tennessee and Northern railroad via the York gateway to Mobile were reported. A hearing is scheduled on the matter as Mobile chamber and Alabama docks commission join A T N in protesting cancellations after the A T N built its line into Mobile from Calvert.

Southern Railway Alabama, Tennessee and Northern Railroad York Gateway Mobile Mobile Chamber of Commerce Alabama Docks Commission Southern York Calvert

Term Ends Today in Court Disposes Several Cases

A number of cases were disposed today with hearings completed. Robert Hartle faced charges under a certain law and paid a $100 fine. Walker, a colored man, was fined $25 and jailed briefly on a prohibition related charge.

Ae Atsenaien Ion Gee Weeeaa G. H. Gifford G. W. Cantrell Bradley- Cantrell Gifford Pollock Dry Goods Company Eulie Golett Church Street Castle Bothes Recorder A. Dean A. R. Brunson

Bankers Meet Three Mobilians at National Convention

Three Mobilians will attend the Banking Institute's National Convention. The delegation represents local banks and aims to discuss financial policy, industry trends, and professional standards at the event.

Banking Institute

Contest to End Slogan Drive in Mobile

The Junior Chamber of Commerce closes its slogan contest tonight with over 400 entries. A $25 prize awaits the winner whose slogan will be used in Mobile advertising. Names of contestants remain unknown to judges as entries are numbered.

Marker Unveiled At Gravesite For Revolutionary War Heroine

The Needham Bryan Chapter D A R placed a marker on Marionne Palmer Gaillard’s grave in Magnolia Cemetery on Thursday. Rev Thomas R Bridges read the invocation and benediction. Mrs W W Croom accepted the marker as Mrs Gaillard’s granddaughter, Carrie M Dickens, sang There Is No Night.

Needham Bryan Daughters of the American Revolution Marianne Palmer Gaillard Magnolia Cemetery W. W. Croom Gaillard Carrie M. Dickens

Governors head to Mobile for state dispatch dedication

Staff from the Alabama governor's office will accompany Gov Bibb Graves to Mobile for the dedication address. It is expected that governors of Mississippi and Georgia will attend. A Georgia delegation of more than 100 was appointed by Gov Hardman.

Newsboys Enjoy Annual Outing at Mackie's Beach

Sixty five Regis ter News-Item newsboys autumn outing began at Mackie's bathing beach in Belle Fontaine. After boarding a bus near 8 am they reached the bay where Mr. Mackie greeted them. They swam played games and were treated to refreshments before returning to the city.

Register-News-Item Mackie Belle Fountaine

Hoover Convention Booms Spark Ticket Speculation

At Convention Hall in Kansas City Missouri on June 15 the Democratic and Republican parties show many possible vice presidential combinations as leaders caucus overnight. The gathering moves slowly with overlapping caucuses and uncertain running mate selections for Hoover.

Kansas Blican Hoover Associated Press Kansas City

City Considers 50 Cent Garbage Tax in Mobile

City commissioners weigh a new 50 cent garbage fee to raise about $75,000 yearly. The panel says Mobile needs $400,000 more annually to cover a $250,000 deficit and obligations. They note $175,000 exists from approved sources including a one cent gasoline tax and a $5 head tax and busin license, with ad valorem taxes to start in 1929.

Mobile

Albright Elected VP of Alabama Pharmacists

Albright and Wood druggists representative Albright was chosen vice president of the Alabama State Pharmaceutical Association, with J T Dumas of Foley also noted. The 145 delegate body met aboard a steamer between Savannah and New York, ending with a banquet at the McAlpine hotel. Delegates left Savannah Saturday and reached New York Tuesday. all sessions were held on the steamer. No next convention site has been announced.

E. Roy Albright Albright & Wood Alabama State Pharmaceutical Association J. T. Dumas Foley Savannah New York McAlpine Association

Sealing Report on Italia Rescue Declared Nonsense

A Kings Bay report claiming three Italia crewmen were rescued by the sealer Hobby was called sheer nonsense today. The AP did not carry the report and no verified rescue was confirmed.

Oslo Norway Kings Bay Hobby Associated Press

Admiral Basil Miles Dies After Operation

Admiral Basil Miles, diplomat and force leader, dies in Washington after an operation. The report notes his service with the pair and his role at the Pacific Fleet, reflecting on his long career and recent illness.

Basil Miles Wasgton Pateer

Third party buzz heard at convention

In Washington on June 15 a Nebraskan candidate for president commented on rumors of a third party movement. He said he is disappointed in the “Letter banket God power” wording and denied knowing about any new organization plans.

Yeigerio

City convention debates farm relief and power issues

Seed CITY reports ongoing convention discussions with participants from the farm sector and minority leaders criticizing the platform. They point to gaps in farm relief and electric power policy. Representatives of the farm and minority groups express concern about the convention's direction.

Seed City Negos

Tape shows shocks Washington on June 15 at Georgetown

The report describes a sequence of shocks starting at 1 31 p m local time with authorities monitoring for 16 hours. The tremors were felt in Washington and spread to regions around the Pacific and Atlantic corridors, with impacts observed up to 8 000 miles distant.

Washington of Georgetown University

Coolidge Sends Felicitation To Secretary Hoover

President Coolidge sent a personal message of congratulations to Secretary Hoover in a formal felicitation from Superior Wisconsin dated June 15. The note expresses appreciation and esteem for Hoover’s service.

Coolidge Hoover Superior Wis Herbert Iiee

All But One of Quartet Injured in Collision Leave City Hospital

A collision on Hall's Mill road seven miles from the city involved Pete Corry at the St. Andrew hotel and F. J. Dunn. All but one of the injured were taken to the city hospital by Roche ambulance for treatment. Richardson of 27 South Lafayette entered Dove to the City hospital.

City Hospital Pete Corry St. Andrew Hotel F. J. Dunn Hall’s Mill Road Sete Nn Oo Hospital Roche Richardson South Lafayette Secet Dove

First Ballot Otto Vigtort of Mr Hoover

Byron Price reports from Kansas City on the Republican convention where Otto Vigtort leads in early ballots. The piece notes strong support and multiple informal meetings in Kansas City as candidates gather in the lead up to the decisive votes.

Otto Vigtort MR. Hoover Kansas City

Hoover Extends Thanks For Republicans Gift

Secretary Hoover sent a message to George H. Moses, chairman of the Republican national convention, thanking him for the honor and expressing his belief that America means far more than any individual owes. He said his life has shown what the country means and that he is indebted beyond repayment.

Washington Hoover George H. Moses Kansas City America

Incoherent OCR fragment about an item and timepiece

Fragmentary report notes a person left a watch in his trousers pocket while going to work and later encountered clothing issues. The text is garbled and lacks clear names, places, or a specific event to confirm details.

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