Trial in Alabama chief accused of murder in Calera case
In Columbiana on March 8 officers presented testimony in the H F Blake murder case. Selma physician W W Stuart aided in an autopsy and testified that Monteabaro was killed by a .38 or .32 caliber bullet, with no powder residue in the wound and no alcohol in the victim's stomach. Blake reportedly admitted to authorities after the girl’s death last November 14 that he killed himself with a small pistol she carried.
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Columbiana
Ala
H. F. Blake
Calera
W. W. Stuart
Selma
Wildwood robbery ends with husband shot in attack
Iver J. Russell, 4, wounded at his gasoline station on South Wildwood boulevard as two masked holdup men burst in. Mrs. Russell exchanged fire, wounded her husband’s chest in the exchange, and the robbers fled empty handed. He was reportedly near death as the scene resembled a frontier shootout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wildwood
N. J
Iver J. Russell
Russell
Gee
City Commission Debates Head Tax Proposals
City officials discussed potential alternatives to a head tax on males as a method to cover meeting expenses. City Attorney Kilborn noted no law forbidding certain levies and suggested further discussion be deferred to a later meeting to decide on viable options.
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Kilborn
One Dead and One Hurt in Cordoba Political Fray
News from Buenos Aires reports a deadly shooting in Cordoba between rival factions. One man died and another was seriously wounded amid tensions as voters prepare for Sunday elections for provincial officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
Cordoba
Vanderbilt Home Bought and Wrecked Case
A residence at 666 Fifth Avenue once sold to John Rockefeller Jr. faced destruction after the transfer last year. The unclear report notes the home was bought and subsequently wrecked, with the surrounding details sketchy in the available text.
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Owreckers
John Rockefeller, Jr
Chicago to vote on big bond issue in primary ballots
Chicago March 8 residents will vote on the largest program ever submitted by the finance committee. The bond issue totals 74,500 and aims to fund city projects across multiple departments.
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Ghicago
Chicago
Finance Committee
Anascotia Tity Cadence
Mananten
February Imposts In Police Court At $3,296 Total
February police court collections totaled $3,296.50 with 835 arrests in the month. Drunkenness accounted for 135 arrests and disorderly conduct for 122. The report notes seized property including automobiles bicycles pistols tools clothing and merchandise valued at $6,775.
Peoples Bank of Mobile to pay second dividend by April 15
Depositors in the Peoples bank of Mobile, closed June 10, will receive a second dividend of at least 15 percent by April 15. The first dividend was 51 percent. Judge C. E. Thomas held discussions with D. P. Bestor and the First National Bank of Mobile to arrange the liquidation plan for the bank's depositors.
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D. P. Bestor
Bestor
First National Bank
Peoples Bank
Judes
Negro Welfare Organization Aims for Publicity Drive
The Negro Welfare and Publicity Work group promotes a youth oriented campaign to raise productivity and appeal to employers. Native leaders credit the movement with expanding outreach and influencing workplace perceptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Po Alagoas
Bow Age Geneeder
the Eee
Mass meeting called as boycott convicts ordered released
In Apia Samoa a mass meeting is planned for March 16 with district representatives to discuss the recent release of convicts amid ongoing boycott tensions. The event aims to coordinate action with loyal government forces and address local unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Apia
British Samoa
Rio
Five Pound Topaz Placed in Museum Collection
A five pound topaz has been added to the museum collection, continuing the growth of the Sevenai exhibit. The gem, found in Mada, boosts the venue's display of rare stones and attracts visitor interest.
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Mada
Jewelry and property stolen in several local burglaries
Police reported a string of thefts including jewelry from 30 Park Avenue and a purple list of items stolen from vehicles and homes. Victims described a rough dressed thief, with entries at Virginia and Ann streets and other nearby locations.
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L. T. Dykes
Item Avenue
Virginia and
Ann Streets
C. Brandwein
Park Avenue
Rae W
Kodak
J. F. Meyer
Escape Plan Mentioned by Inmate in Night Chat
A prisoner claimed he knew a method to escape his penitentiary term and planned to "turn the trick" as guards were doubled last night. The remark surfaced in a guarded midnight discussion, prompting security scrutiny.
Plant Safe Robbed of 715000 in Inside Job
The owner alleges a planned heist at a frame and mirror manufacturer. Authorities believe an inside job led to theft totaling 715000 plus claims of vanishing patent formulas contracts and a customer list valued at 300000. President Nathan commented on the loss and potential implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan
New Holt Terminal Opens to Barge Traffic
The Holt terminal was formally opened with officials present. The Warrior River service, once a monthly venture, now runs profitably at about $6,000 per month with plans for tariff changes and a $10,000 federal aid expected. The terminal includes warehouses docks and derrick equipment. Governor W. W. Don and Gordon Palmer led the dedication and industry leaders spoke.
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R. A. Brown
Ber
Mobile
Ohio
South
Arsenna
Waterways Corporation
Warrior Service
W. W. Don
Tuscaloosa County
Gordon Palmer
Cosa Chamber of Commerce
Waterways Service
Calous Youth Sentenced to Life for Matricide in Ohio
A youth from St. Clairville received a life term for matricide after being found guilty of second degree murder. He was sentenced to life at hard labor in the Ohio penitentiary. The case stems from the slaying of his mother in December 1927.
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ST. Clairville
Ogy
Andy Dyken
Ohio
Mellon Publishes March Financing Plan Details
The Treasury announces a March financing to cover cash needs for nine months from March 15 and to retire 514 million in treasury certificates. It seeks 260 million in new certificates, with payments accepted in certificates at par, and to cover the 8 million interest due that date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Mte Treasury
ASK SETTLEMENT ON PRE WAR MONEY
The quote stresses seeking a settlement on pre war money with no expectation of full dollar for dollar replacement, but a fair percentage is requested. Specific context or party names are not provided in the fragment.
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ASK
Lindbergh Orders Plane Ready for Return Flight
March 8 report states Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh ordered a Ryan aircraft fueled oiled and ready at Washington s Bolling Field with telephones dispatched to command posts for immediate readiness in the expected mission.
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Washington
Charles A
Bolling
Court Grants Removal of Historical Portrait from Publication
The court granted Lub koff's application to remove his image, ruling that a historical personage is entitled to bar unauthorized publication of his portrait.
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Lubkoff
Horton Addresses Farm Teachers Plea for Farm Aid
Memphis Tenn. Gov Horton addressed rural educators outlining farmer needs. He urged proper markets for farmers, improved rural living conditions, and legislation to grant agriculture the same aid as other industries. He also called for higher productivity on reduced acreage.
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Memphis
Tenn
Gov Horton
Tennessee
Horton
Missing Baldwyn Banker Sought After Departure
Local authorities seek a Baldwyn banker who disappeared after leaving the bank premises. Investigators urge anyone with information to contact the sheriff's office and provide details on the suspect's last known movements and potential contacts.
Stock ranging fines issued in Mobile County
Cunningham was arrested under federal quarantine after officers, including Inspector Gaylord Williard, intercepted cattle moving across the river into the Tanner hams section of Mobile County without the proper permit amid the cattle tick eradication drive.
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Cunningham
Gaylord Williard
Isippi
Tannerhams
Mobile County
Sibu Razed by Disastrous Fire Roars Through City
A devastating blaze swept Sibu in the Straits Settlements causing extensive damage across the port area. Firefighting teams battled flames for hours as buildings collapsed and residents were evacuated. Authorities investigate cause while insurance and casualty figures are awaited.
Oil bonds find way to Chicago for G. O. P. debt
Chicago Patton said on December 6, 1923 Upham told him a large deficit from the 1920s was coming and that a lot of United funds would be moved to cover it. The note references a Page 9 continuation in Washington.
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Chicago
Washington
Patton
Upham
United
Klan Chief Denies Catholic Machine Controls Officers
In St Louis, Imperial Wizard Kulux Kien denies a Catholic political machine runs the Ku Klux Klan. He says the St Louis gang is Catholic but the organization as a whole is not Catholic, though it opposed Al Smith's presidential bid. Representative George E McCarron is cited as a Klan member and the group distances itself from Catholic church as a political actor.
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ST. Louie
Kulux Kien
Toda Ra
Alma
Reenan
Gabon
Olici
Cota Seda
Klan
Evans
George E ‘Am McCarron
St. Louis
Bemenderfer
Milady to Carry Smokies in Hat
Milady is billed to carry smokes in a hat in a Chicago 8 page feature. The item notes a trick act with a stage hat used to conceal cigarettes during the performance.
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Milady
Stinson On Off Endurance Hop Ends In Court
In Windsor A petition filed by Mrs. Boyer and attorney Ralph B. Lacey seeks adoption of a child with alleged parental rights disputed. An affidavit notes the child may not appear, and details over 71 years of rights are cited as part of the legal proceeding. In Detroit Eddie Stinson and aviator Poet Haldeman depart toward breaking a sustained flight world record.
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Myron L. J. Ga
Joseph Boyer
Detroit
Eddie Btinson
Necturer
Haldeman
Atlantic
Iene
Castaon Sandacd
Bears announce tryout for infielder Kummick
Manager Milton Brock said Kummick will work out with the team this afternoon at Hartwell Field. Secretary Chick Roos announced contracts for games with the Selma club on March 22 and March 23 at Selma. Pitcher Himer Weiler has been sold to the Selma club of the Southeastern League. Tutweiler Y had been property of the Bears for several years.
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Milton Brock
Hartwell Field
Headee
Himerweiler
Selma
Tutweiler
Bears
Chick Roos
Historic figures honored as Mobile renames streets
Mobile authorities propose renaming conflicted street names to honor local historical figures in a formal plan supported by the Mobile History section. The action aims to acknowledge notable residents and preserve regional heritage in public spaces.
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Mobile
Tion
Fannie Watts Sought by Sister in Columbus
Alien of Columbus georgia requests information about Fannie Watts or any of her family. The writer notes Fannie Watts’ sister lived there for a number of years and asks the polled department for help.
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Fannie Watts
Alien
Columbus
Library furniture made in bile wars to the library
Fragmentary OCR notes describe library furniture being made and a fine set of books associated with a library page. The readable text hints at a connection between furniture creation and library collections, but details are incomplete.
Transit privilege on lumber granted increases through rate
Lumber shipments originating at L and N stations south of Montgomery flow through under a single through rate instead of entering Mobile at a local rate and exiting on another local rate. The privilege streamlines movement from origin to destination.
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Montgomery
Mobile
Election Officers to Be Selected Next Month
Officials in Mobile prepare to appoint election officers for the upcoming election. The process will fill vacancies in the circuit court and related posts as some incumbents are excused from service, with names to be finalized by the executive committee.
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Williams
Cuit
A. Do Cc. M. A
Ana Tae
Whistler Revival Opens Tonight Under Rev. Radley
A revival series begins tonight led by Rev. IEEE Radley at Engine Street. The event continues with ongoing services and messages from Brad.
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Whistler Revival
Ieee Radley
Engine Street
Public Utility Public Service Highlighted in Mobile Classifieds
The classified section compares the great service of Mobile's public utility to essential city services such as street railway, telephone, electric light, and water, underscoring daily value to residents and the community.
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Ie Light
Nead
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Vanderbilt
Betty Bronson
Jones
Randell
Abbe Agets Jewell
Tokyo
New Holt Terminal
Mellon
March Financing
Lindbergh
Baldwyn
Sibu
Singapore
Straits Settlement
Dode Alfred Boyerty
Myron
Meee Pee Bo Wit
Pete. Ae
Harry Sinclair
Clarity
Boyer
Stinson
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