Deputy Lee and posse foil moonshiner amid shootout
Deputy Sheriff Lee of Oak Grove and others foiled a moonshining attempt west of Georgetown. In a tense exchange, a suspect allegedly armed with a gun was subdued as officers destroyed a still and seized whiskey. Other arrests followed for violations of prohibition laws and conspiracy. The report notes graft investigations and a March grand jury, with jurors named by Presiding Judge Berney.
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Lee
Oak Grove
Perps
Vicafa
Georgetown
W. Williams
Onie Till
Rufus Cannon
Pelton
Scholtes
George 4Ling
Leon Schwarz
Williams
McCor
Shotgun
Yate Williams
Para
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Tanner-Wilired
George J. Clausen
Circuit Court
Bafford Berney
Campbell
Dean
Davis Avenue
En Als
John EB
Harvey
Andrew
L. Billy
Sebastian Brettel
Armistead
Oe i Bastment
Iittam Wn
Commission urged to study general prohibition law
Assistant Secretary Andrews proposes creating a presidential commission to study the prohibition question in depth. He cites six years since the Eighteenth Amendment and argues for a trained panel with wide powers to recommend a general commission of high standing to guide enforcement and law reform.
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Washington
Andrews
The
Treasury
Congress
Juniors to Talk in Citronelle on Campaign
J B Hamen O M Phelps and John A Hart will speak in Citronelle tonight at a meeting on the $100,000 advertising campaign. It is one of a series aimed at various sections of the county as part of the drive this week.
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J. B. Hamen
0. M. Phelps
John A. Hart
Citronelle
Pitccey
Rod Teeros
Te Acocheg
Jacobson’s
Metzger Brothers
Baum's
Gayfer’s
Hi I's Pincus Clothing Company
Reiss Mercantile Company
Rock On Is
Oggery
Debutantes Save Come
Orleans Futures Market Update Brief
Orleans March 1 reports steady activity in futures trading with unclear figures for May and October contracts. Mentioned quotes include 17.94 for a March delivery and 17.42 for an October item, but the record is incomplete and details are uncertain.
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Orleans
Film pioneer Hale to pick site for Mobile picture
Albert W. Hale, a veteran producer listed in the Moving Stars directory, plans a Mobile filming location for a picture titled Parents, Are You to Blame? He has not yet decided on casting, but expects to start soon with local talent possible. Hale recalled industry figures and past projects while touring Mobile attractions including Spring Hill College.
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America
Jay
Ha Hale
Albert W. Hale
Gulf City
Hale
Mobile
Mr. Hale
San
Paris
Comey
Fatty” Arbuckle
Universal Pictures
Zenda
Ons Crus
Filo
Turner
Constance Talmadge
Jack Pickford
Henry B. Walthall
Spring Hill College
Reckless charge follows crash at Three Mile Creek
Lloyd Bracey of Whistler faced charges of reckless driving and brake failure after a rear end collision at Three Mile Creek and Craft Highway with horse and buggy driven by Jeff Lige Maples of Jacksonville who was badly injured and hospitalized. Another crash near Stadium of Chickasaw left Mrs. J D Parks and two children with minor injuries as Lon Stephens was charged with drunken driving and companions could not leave the scene.
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Lloyd Bracey
Whistler
Bressingham and
Welch
Three Mile Creek
Craft Highway
Bracey
Jeff Lige Maples
Jacksonville
J. D. Parks
Stadium of
Cedar Point road paving costs rise beyond estimate
County reports show Cedar Point road work originally budgeted at 81000 will cost about 107000, discussed at this morning’s board of revenue meeting. The higher estimate remains a significant concern for county finances.
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Cedar Point Road
Board of Revenue
Prominent Iowa preacher’s daughter champions faith against modern life
Pattye Horn, a Des Moines Bible student and preacher’s daughter, speaks to a Promise City audience about staying moral and dreaming big. She criticizes evolution courses yet teaches others what not to believe. Outside church work she enjoys reading and plans to marry after meeting the right partner.
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Chicago
Mareh
Towa
Acher
The
Christian Church
Courage Preserverance
Sun
Perba
Ciane Aris
Misa Horn
Si University
Des Moines
Iowa
Onc
Promise City
New York Workmen Begin Restoration on Old Fifth Avenue House
Workers start restoration on an old Fifth Avenue residence. The project preserves interior repairs while exterior details are carefully retained. The report notes remaining materials and costs to be determined as work progresses.
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York
Accident Toll Shows Increase Across South States
The Atlantic coast survey reports 63 deaths and 320 injuries from last week’s automobile, rail, and trolley crashes across eleven states. Notable incidents include a fatal chase in Hapeville near Atlanta and a Bea Line collision in Elberton that killed a mother and child. Mississippi reported no deaths and three injuries. Florida and others show varied totals.
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Florida
Mississippi
Saline
Hapeville
Chilren
Decker
Elberton
Ga. A
Speer
Virginia
North Setar
South Carolina
Alabama
Louisiana
Arkansas
Temnesse G .Yecsesovuvsvvace
Kentucky
April 6 Hearing on rate changes set for Mobile sector
The Mobile Chamber of Commerce announces an April 6 hearing on rate changes affecting Mobile ports and canal traffic. R K G Cobb, manager, says Birmingham and Montgomery officials will discuss the proposed rates and their impact on Mobile interests. Cobb will attend the Montgomery hearing.
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Mobile
Canalie
Moscolhes
Cpme
Birmingham
South Atlantic
RK. G. Cobb
Mobile of Commerce
Cobb
Montgomery
Short Step to Figuring Income Tax Series Begins
Beginning tomorrow The News Item will publish a series of very short articles offering concise guidance on income tax. The aim is to explain technical details in plain terms for readers seeking quick, practical help.
Prohibition Case Fined $200 In Genaan Court
A Genaan court assessed Pryor a $200 fine and court costs for violating the prohibition law. The brief rulings record little detail beyond the amount and the case type.
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Pryor
Tyrus Cobb Eyes Inspections Report in Baltimore
Tin note indicates Tyrus Cobb had eye examinations in Baltimore Maryland with details unclear from the fragment.
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Tyrus Cobb
Street Car Maze Triggers Night Puzzlement and Confusion
Report of a street car and its passengers going off route toward Brooklyn Bridge with a protest by printers as an inspector finally boarded, redirected the car, and admitted confusion before dawn as navigators resolved the maze.
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York
Mares’ 2
Brooklyn Bridge
Detour Route Near Fair Grounds Delayed Construction
City officials say a short emergency route near the fair grounds will mainly serve Cedar Point and Bay Shore residents. Paving likely won’t start for two to three weeks due to spongy ground and ongoing sewer work, with limited improvement expected.
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Washington
Preston
Hurtel
Cedar Point
Bay She
Mi Mili
Pinecrest
Preston Areir
Fair Grounds
Pleasantville Grows as City Announces Executive Plans
Local reports indicate Pleasantville continues to expand its business footprint. City officials, led by the executive chief, outline new investments and development projects aimed at boosting employment and community services this year.
Unclear OCR Fragment Roughly Notes Legal or Personal Entry
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Stolen 200-Pound Safe Baffles Kansas City Owner
In Kansas City a 200 pound safe was stolen from a residence. The owner reports thieves moved the heavy item out of the building and fled with the safe containing unspecified valuables. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.
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Kansas City
Ieee
Oregon pioneer Brna remembered on 97th birthday
A brief tribute recalls the life of a 97 year old Oregon Trail pioneer and the era he represents. The note honors his contributions and the enduring memory of his fellow settlers.
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Washington
Eara Ake
Oregon Trail
Fragmentary OCR Notes on a 19th Century Event
The readable text hints at a historical scene with someone holding something and describing a scene of listening or speaking. Names, dates, and places are unclear, leaving a partial glimpse of a possible public notice or narration.
Varsity to Meet Barton Tonight in Sanctioned Contest
The Barton Academy basket squad faces the Y M C A Varsity tonight in a rematch after a close earlier meeting won by the Y M C A. Barton sent teams to state meets in 1921 and 1922, with no local representation since.
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Varsity
Barton
Barton Academy
Te Yingham
Central Hicle
Greenville
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