21 Mar 1931
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Newspaper
The Mobile News Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1931
Page
1
Rev George L Whitmeyer former chaplain at Illinois state penitentiary tells a legislative committee riots in Joliet that three convicts were murdered February 22 and guards must be stationed on walls to stop escapes while narcotics notes are handled with care.
Police say clues found in the basement of a wealthy widow reported missing 40 years ago were not bloodstains as first thought. A chemist report followed claims that Joe Bradley 23 and Happy Brown 20 were accused of abducting her.
New Orleans report says State Treasurer H B Conner questioned legality of honoring warrants from secondary appropriations amid a projected deficit. He sought Attorney General Saint's advice as suspicions grew that last legislature overran tax funds by over a million dollars. The dispute involved Governor Long allies and officials, with a dramatic exchange at a meeting.
Washington reports improved unemployment data as the New Year begins. The article notes a decrease in jobless numbers for the first month of the year and directs readers to continue on page 3.
A report from St. John’s Newfoundland notes plans to attempt a Viking rescue operation involving ONIP Stiego amid ongoing efforts. Details remain limited as officials prepare for the mission with search and recovery teams on standby.
A burglary case emerges as police seek three gunmen described as suspects in a break-in. Details remain scarce but authorities warn the public and urge anyone with information to come forward.
The arrival of spring lifts spirits as thousands celebrate the season with parade crowds, blooming gardens, and local ceremonies. Community groups and organizations mark the change with events across the region.
The inbound Canadian Pacific Montclare ran aground in a dense fog on the Arran coast of the Firth of Clyde. Six tugs from Greenock assisted as the liner listed and lifeboats carried about 200 passengers to safety. Reports say the ship struck a hidden reef and may have a hole, with more details pending.
A fragmented local golf report notes players Mago Kirkwood Sarazan and others on the La Gorge course. Even with an 216 attack and a 37, one over par at the 45th hole, details are unclear due to illegible OCR.
A March 2 police column from Minneapolis reports on a puzzling case involving a patrol officer. Details are scarce due to legibility issues, but the piece notes investigative steps and local interest in the unfolding mystery.
Dr. Benjamin M. Anderson Jr of Chase National Bank urged cutting tariffs to revive business at a Philadelphia luncheon. He argued reduced tariffs would restore foreign markets, allow more American exports, and reduce the need for painful readjustment, though not solve all economic problems.
The Virginia, an auxiliary schooner owned by Dr. H S Walker, sails from an unnamed port on a vine voyage. Details on the vessel, crew, or destination are not fully legible in the clipping.
Thieves were active in Mobile last night taking two fine chickens from a residence. No other items were reported missing and no arrests were announced.
Five persons have already been taken into custody in a federal inquiry into a barge line scheme. Authorities say further arrests will follow as investigators pursue conspiracy charges connected to payroll padding.
Judge Joel W. Goldaby refused a new trial for Clarence Grice in circuit court Saturday. Grice had been sentenced to 25 years in the state penitentiary after pleading guilty, with co-defendants Kilborn and others also receiving terms.
A disturbance off the Alabama coast moved eastward toward the Florida coast and was expected to bring strong southerly winds. Meteorologists advised Mobile that no further danger was anticipated, but gale forces could hit the northwest Florida coast by Saturday afternoon.
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Arrangements for entertaining 470 officers and men have been completed by M Ross British consul and others. The officers will be guests Saturday night at the Country Club while the ship will be open to the public on Sunday. The city of Mobile will stage a reception Monday or Tuesday.
Two robbers held up a Memphis Tennessee plant today and escaped with payroll funds. Employees report the men fled after demanding the money. No injuries were announced and police began a search for the suspects.
In Harriman Tennessee at a high school party Miss Grace Gilliland 21 was fatally shot while Miss Virginia Morrow co ed at the University of Tennessee was seriously wounded. Police hold Roy Chipwood 22 as investigation continues.
Mitchell Thompson of Florida received a ten dollar fine and ten days in jail after passing a street car on Government Street near Jackson while the trolley discharged passengers. Deputy Sheriff Moses Bernstein arrested him at the scene.
Ashburn wires that Captain Pickley is innocent as authorities disclose his arrest and ongoing investigation into the case. Officials emphasize lack of evidence tying him to the crime and await further forensic results.
A latest filing alleges the defendant acted as an accessory after a conspiracy to fund illegal activity. Prosecutors say the case centers on a planned scheme and follow the money trail.
Dave Bauer, longtime local druggist and well known figure in the state, has died. A retirement from the manufacturing trade will be held at his Roche Beurr, Sigman home, marking the end of his era in south Mississippi. The community remembers Bauer as a longtime resident and prominent local empresario.
A man was injured Friday night on Washington Avenue near Ton Street when struck by a vehicle traveling on 8 Mira Street. He was taken to City Hospital in a reduced condition and later transferred to Johnson Memorial Hospital. Police report ongoing investigation.
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