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Newspaper

The Mobile News Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1928

Page

1

Road change proposal shapes long rural connector

A public meeting discussed extending a major highway from Kickas to Calvert with Dr Ezelle presenting for 30 minutes and a 70 signature petition from property owners. Voters urged Engineer Converse to coordinate with state and federal engineers to minimize railroad crossings and avoid overhead passages.

Calvert Route Kickas Calvert Ezellete J. B. Convers Converse Wzelle

Airport Conferees Meet to Rush Mobile Landing Field

Mobile officials plan late day meeting at city hall to outline an immediate approach for a suitable landing field. The conferees aim to secure access to the federal airmail service starting April 15 between Atlanta and New Orleans via Mobile, with Mayor Leon Schwarz and city commissioners among attendees.

Mobile Atlanta Orleans Arthur D. Davis Rman Commerce Thatevin Leon Schwarz

Calera Police Chief testifies in Monteabaro case

In Columbiana Alabama on March 19 the trial resumed with Police Chief H F Blake describing the death of Louise Monteabaro on November 14. Blake testified he was told the girl had whiskey in her system that afternoon and he sent Officer W F to aid. The defense continued as Blake claimed he acted under instruction in the case against him and others linked to the girl’s death.

Columbiana Ala Louise Monteabaro H. F. Blake Calera Blake Jane W. F.er

Mystery Package Delivery Denied by U S Justice

Washington March 19 reports about a mysterious package addressed to F L Siddons Justice Siddons of the District of Columbia supreme court were denied as an attempt to deliver a clair to jail for contempt. The notes tie to Sinclair oil interests and ongoing Senate committee discussions.

Washington Sinclair Ol Interests F. L. Siddons Frederick L. Siddons District of Columbia Supreme Court Clair Senate Teaithe Committee

Three Die In Alabama Auto Crash

A car tire blew out near Puttscamp sel Alabama, sending the vehicle into a ditch and killing two occupants and seriously injuring another. The crash occurred near Putscampsel. Ala. on a date in March. Yazoo City, Mississippi reported the incident with two dead and one survivor.

Ala Yazoo City Miss Mar

Hungry Intruder Robs Home After Alarm Call

Police responded to a 14 North Street alarm early this morning after a burglar rifled an ice box and a gold itch was reported missing from a lady’s possession. Details are unclear due to damaged text.

Hay Oda Ory

Liquor Law Fine Imposed by Court

A court imposed a liquor law fine after an arraignment in the inferior criminal court. The defendant faced charges related to prohibited liquors and proceeds to the grand jury for review.

Inferior Criminal Court Grand

New York Reports on Mobile Growth Trends

A New York Times dispatch outlines expansion in mobile growth, detailing how urban centers adapt infrastructure, economy, and services to rising mobile usage. The report highlights implications for businesses, policy, and daily life in major cities.

Light frost expected as night cools in Mobile

Local meteorologist Albert Ashhenberger says temperatures will edge higher after a sharp Saturday drop. He predicts gradual warming and a fair day ahead with night lows around 44 degrees.

Mobile Albert Ashhenberger

Three Killed at Grace Crossing Snow Blocks Spring

New York reports a plane crash at Grace Crossing where three people died and two children were injured. The aircraft reportedly tore into a yard as the right wing struck the propeller causing a nose dive. Witnesses described a dramatic scene with debris and a girl hurt.

Gers Jacinto Zumuno

Packers Consent Decree Upheld

March 19 report notes a consent decree involving the Packers was upheld. Details remain terse in this brief item, with no further names or specifics provided.

Quake Shakes Brawley California Residents Early Morning

A brief earthquake tremor was reported in Brawley California early this morning. The faint shaking prompted residents to check homes and alarms as authorities assess any damage or after shocks.

Robbery at Coleman Store in Chickasaw Nets Cash and Stock

Muscular intruders rolled a 300 pound safe from T. G. Coleman store to an Alabama Tennessee Northern Railroad embankment and netted 603.49 dollars plus thousands of U S Steel stock. Police in Mobile Chickasaw and deputies investigated after the robbery was discovered this morning.

Geggmen T. G. Coleman Chickshaw U. S Alabama, Tennessee and Northern Sto Se Coleman Chickasaw Mobile Texas Sia Asia Ada

Dry Law Stand of Candidates Questioned by Women

A convention urged all delegate candidates to state positions on the issue of nominating a wet or dry presidential candidate. The adopting body resolved it would not endorse or support any candidate.

Focal Organization Leenue Ite

Turk corruption case closes after 38 days of testimony

Angora officials report the corruption inquiry in Turkey has ended after 38 days of hearings with 100 witnesses. The court adjourned for a three day candy festival as the former cruiser captain and two alleged accomplices face further proceedings.

Angora Turkey Rene Anes Cavenina Aed

Illness postpones J A Hurts circuit court case

The circuit court trial for J A Hurt is postponed due to illness. Solicitor Bart B. advised the court while Mell Frasier represented Hurt. Burl Norwood and Nena are listed on the docket for the robbery case that was set for tomorrow.

Illinois Miners Urged Back Strike

Illinois miners were urged to return to a national strike and to attend the United Mine Workers national conference to protest administration policies of John L. Lewis. An attempted meeting last Sunday was blocked by union officials.

John L. Lewis United Mine Workers of America

Turkey Hit by new Blizzard Forces Relief Efforts

Constantinople reports a fresh blizzard sweeping the region with heavy snow and cold winds. The Black Sea area sees disrupted transport and food shortages as thousands in Anatolian districts endure severe conditions. livestock losses run high, with many farms reporting substantial cattle deaths.

Constantinople Tals Te Black Sea Paras Seenene Ene Anatolian VI

Textor to Seek Vice Presidency in Race From Leavenworth

Julius H. Textor of Leavenworth Kansas announces his intention to seek the vice presidential nomination. The report notes the pending race and Textor's candidacy as a grave marker of local political activity in Kansas City Missouri.

Kansas City M Mo Julius H. Textor Leavenworth, Kan

American envoy to Italy arrives in March

APLES Italy March date indicates Henry P. Fletcher, ambassador to Italy, arrives as one of the delegates at a formal ceremony.

Italy Aples Henry P. Fletcher

U S Bombers In Nicaragua Hit By Sandino Fire

In Managuan airspace a U S Marine plane sustained two bullet holes from Sandino bands in northeast Nueva Segovia as Lieutenant Frank Lameon Berib ner conducted aerial reconnaissance.

Managua Nicaragua Nueva Segovia Frank Lameon- Beribner

Lindy Gets Wilson Awards Tonight

New York reports Col onel Charlies A will of the Woodrow Wilson foundation to present awards tonight. The ceremony highlights contributions recognized by the organization and honors service in public affairs.

Lindy Wilson New York Charlies A. Will The Woodrow Wilson Founda

Man Accused Of Theft Amid Personal Crisis

Knoxville Tennessee report states Morrison accused of passing worthless checks as part of a personal crisis. The article notes he had been released prior to the incident and references alleged poison.

Knoxville Tenn Morrison Il Stara Heh

Peltzer Weld Back to Germany

Peltzer returns to Germany in a move noted on page 9. The report lists mae and Penn as associated terms in the brief item.

Peltzer Weld Germany

Four Pickets Arrested at Capitol Unveiling

Four activists were taken into custody during the Capital’s unveiling event for a new monument honoring Lows Kessuth. The protest occurred as attendees gathered to witness the ceremony and view the installation.

Capital United States Lows Kessuth

Fishing Tug Caught in Ice in Michigan Waters

A fishing tug became trapped in ice on Michigan waters. Crews and rescue teams responded but details on vessel name and exact location are unclear in the fragmented report. Emergency operations continued as ice conditions posed ongoing risks to nearby crews.

More Marines to Sail Wednesday

The report states a group of Marines will sail on Wednesday from Norfolk and Charleston to embark aboard 162 officers and a supply unit aboard the “Bridg fete” as part of the deployment.

Priday Norfolk Charleston 8. C Wednesee Ee Ek Bor Bridg Fete

Pink Carnations Placed On Steel Tomb of Seamen

Seamen aboard inspected eight bodies remaining in the 8-4 submarine wreck. Six feet of the conning tower surfaced as it was moored. A new flag, formerly flown from the cape, hung at half mast amid the chaotic scene.

Cape Weiter

Three Held for Bank Robbery Admitted by Suspects

Police report three men detained in a bank robbery case. A boy named Peck testified he was at the scene in Chattanooga on Friday, while another suspects claimed presence in Englewood. The investigation continues to establish each man’s role.

Caltiek Peck Chattanooga Dee Ee Englewood

Panama Fliers On Way To Meet Davison

Reported at the Costa Rican border a flying mission intended to meet Davison. The distance to be traveled is about 1, miles with potential routes through Salvador and Santa Cruz.

Panama Davison David Salvador Na Cruz

Du Pont Directors Approve New Stock Issue

Du Pont directors approve a new stock issue with one abate of teak per eight shares at the close of business March 39 totaling 115 dollars per share.

DU Pont

Marconi to Confer with Mussolini in Naples

Italian leader Benito Mussolini to meet with radio pioneer Guglielmo Marconi in Naples. Details of discussions not disclosed as of March 14.

Marconi Mussolini

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