Smith pressed in senate over Sinclair racing post
Governor Al Smith faces questions from Senator Robinson about keeping Harry F Sinclair as New York racing commissioner while Sinclair was linked to Teapot Dome oil reserve investigations. Robinson cites Smith’s 1920 appointment amid his campaign and calls for thorough explanation to the American people and ties to Democratic fund contributions.
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Washington
al. Smith
New York
Senate
Ricenson
Indiana
Harry F. Sinclair
Teapot Dome Naval Oil Reserve
Smith
Sinclair
Robinson
Harry Lin- Robinson
New York Democratic Fund
Tammay
Nye
Oil Committee
White House
Bond money for women crowded in Selma case
In Columbiana on March 24 police report Miss Montcabaro and two women linked to an Alabama case. The sum raised for bond is claimed the largest yet for such criminal proceedings. Attorneys say no bail attempt will be made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbiana
Zens
Selma
Montcabaro
Alabama
Banos
Peggy Waxeth Warm And Insists Yankee Husband's Her Pick
A fragment outlines Peggy Joyce and her insistence on a Yankee husband as she navigates notions of romance. The text hints at a voyage involving a private detective and a mysterious box of jewels aboard a ship, with Paris and London referenced in a questioning mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peggy
Paris
London
Elher
County boards set funds for highway project plan
Notices from Arthur D. Davis confirm federal and state allocations for road work. Judge Woolsey Finnell states $200,000 from the Bureau of Roads for the Mobile Calvert highway and $275,000 from the state highway department pending county acceptance. The plan calls for hard surfacing 22 roads with three trunk lines sharing costs between federal and state contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur D. Davis
Board of Revenue
Woolsey Finnell
Bureau of Roads
Mobile
Calvert
County Board of Revenue
Ex Cabinet Officer Visits Mobile Reflects Growth
Former official tours Mobile noting progress since Taft era and praising local growth. He visits historic sites and meets college mates while staying through today with Frank Boykin’s government in Mobile.
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Mobile
Ae Jacob M
Ero Taft
Miscarel
Frank Boykin
Erwin
Iain My ‘Pamn
Vty Oegaa
Mrs. Foster Pinned Under Overturned Truck In Collision
Mrs. J. E. Foster was pinned beneath an overturned truck but saved by a sharp turn that averted a collision. Police report says four children aged two to eight escaped with minor injuries while Mrs. Foster was sent to a hospital in critical condition.
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J. E. Foster
Sharp
Hays Scouts Discuss Helping Hoover Denial Issued
In Hays York on March 24 the head of the Motion Picture Producers Association denied charges that he used his office to promote Herbert Hoover. He spoke before sailing for England and offered to answer investigators' questions.
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New . Hays
York
wWill
Motion Pictures and Producers’ Association
F. J. Rembusch
Independent
Motion Picture Exhibitors of America
Herbert Hoover
England
Ory
British Propose More Naval Cuts
Geneva March 24 Three British representatives outlined further naval reductions today through Lord Cushendun in the preparatory disarmament committee. In a communique he explained Britain’s willingness to consider further tonnage cuts following Tuesday remarks.
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Geneva
Lord Cushendun
Great Britain
Cushendun
Senate Receives New Flood Measure
Washington report notes the Senate took up a revised Mississippi flood control bill offered by the committee. Chairman Jones will push action as the measure moves through the chamber amid expected debate and amendments.
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Senate
Washington
Mississippi
Eal Cook
Jones
Ie Eeesee Cetien
Lindy Intensely Air Ride Program Near End
Washington March 2 The Lindbergh air rides program nears completion as the last day of free flights arrives Congressmen and Gary Sausilen push eviction concerns More than 700 people will have been carried by nightfall
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Washington
Lindbergh
Gary Sausilen
Weather Forecast Fragments Spark Vague Local Notes
The fragmentary weather note describes a cloudy night and Sunday with possible wet periods and isolated thundershowers. It mentions assurance given by an unidentified official, but the rest of the context is unclear.
Arrest of Thomas W. in Philadelphia County
Washington reports immediate arrest of Thomas W for an unnamed charge by the senate. Chicago notes eleven motion picture companies were charged in federal court with Sherman act violations during last fall’s operator strike. Columbus reports eviction orders for union miners in company houses in eastern Ohio coal district.
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Washington
Thomas W.eee
Phia County
Pennsylvania
Senate
Chicago
United States District Attorney
Columbus
Ohio
Oast Union
Ohio Coal District
Six Firemen Injured as Building Collapses in Chicago
Six firefighters were injured when a four story burning apartment building collapsed in Chicago on March 24. Fire crews battled the blaze as rescue operations limited access and investigators began probing the collapse and the cause of the fire.
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Chicago
Veterans Hospital Bill Moves Forward in House
The World War veterans hospital bill authorizing a 15 million dollar appropriation was favorably reported to the House by the veterans committee. The measure carried support from southern New England Philadelphia and New Jersey.
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Washington
World War Veterans Hospital
House
Veterans Committee
New England
Philadelphia
New Jersey
Philadelphia suits arise from trio of March events
A Philadelphia case concerns three planned events between March 24 and 27, with legal action affecting organizers and venues. Details remain sparse as officials evaluate claims and potential injunctions.
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Philadelphia
Former policeman J. T. Peck noted in Athens report
Athens Tennessee March 24. The article mentions J. T. Peck a former policeman and references Herschel in a brief notice from the Athens segment of the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens, Tenn
J. T. Peck
Herschel
Poisoning incident in Minsk Poland reports casualties
A Polish telegram from Minsk reports multiple people affected by a poisoning incident after consuming food. Officials say twenty two victims may require further medical assessment as investigations continue.
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Minsk
Poland
Tragedy at Rockwood Crossing Claims Ida Fleming
In Rockwood Tennessee on March 24 Mrs Ida B Fleming aged 70 was struck and killed by a freight train at the railway crossing. The accident occurred as she attempted to cross the tracks prompting an investigation by local authorities.
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Rockwood
Tenn
Ida B. Fleming
South Carolina’s Last Confederacy Mother Dies at 100
Orangeburg, March 24. Mrs. Olivia Pooser, touted as South Carolina’s last surviving Mother of the Confederacy, died here at nearly 100 years old.
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Orangeburg
D. C
Olivia Pooser
South Carolina
Senator Tydings Claims War Department Sold Munitions
Senator Tydings of Maryland said the war department sold 266000 dollars worth of munitions to Nicaragua in the last year. The statement was referred to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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Washington
Tydings
Maryland
War Department
Nicaragua
Senate
Train Hits Derailed Cars. Six Injured in Maryland Crash
A Pennsylvania railroad train slammed into a line of derailed freight cars near Hagerstown Maryland. Six sailors were injured two of them seriously as emergency crews rushed to the scene. Authorities investigated the derailment and collision to determine cause and fault.
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Hagerstown
Pennsylvania Railroad
Suitene.s
Persistent admirer spurs woman to seek injunction in Marion
Miss Ruth Aikman obtained a temporary injunction against Edward Fosse, 45, after 15 years of alleged unwelcome attentions including passing her home, frequent calls, and following her in town. She testified others noticed his behavior and that he claimed love for her and urged marriage. She also accused him of planning slander, while a pastor has shown interest in her. Aikman noted her car was stolen last Saturday night outside the Aikman residence.
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Marion, Ill
Edward Fosse
Meddl
Ruth
Saco Aikman
Fosse
Oan
Perin
Miss Aikman
Tor
Stone Mountain Suit Dismissed by Dekalb Judge
Five Atlanta women seeking a receiver for the Stone Mountain Memorial Association and to halt further contributions by Atlanta and Fulton County had their petition dismissed by Judge John D. Hutcheson in DeKalb County. The action also sought to bar continued association funding.
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Decatur
Atlanta
Stone Mountain Memorial Association
Fulton County
John D. Hutcheson
Dekalbee Eee
Fireman Killed During Hurry Call Outside Capital
Montgomery Alabama March 24 One fireman was killed today when an automobile in which members of the Montgomery fire department were speeding to answer an emergency call at Wetumpka crashed. H M Boothe died en route to a hospital. A companion who was proceeding was uninjured.
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Montgomery
Ala
Montgomery Fire Department
Wetumpka
H. M. Boothe
Buenos Aires Fright as Bomb Strikes Roiling Strike
In Buenos Aires fears rise as a labor strike by anarchist supporters prompts a series of bombings. Police link yesterday blasts to the agitation, with a railroad car bomb injuring a guard and a second explosive found under a seat in a crowded train car.
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Conara
Nee Agente
Cee
One Dead Three Hurt In Ship Explosion
A vessel experienced a deadly blast with one fatality and three injuries as emergency crews worked near an onboard pump when the explosion occurred. Authorities investigated the blast’s cause and the condition of the crew.
Burglars Active While Rin-Tin-Tin Quietly Snoozes
Los Angeles report describes burglars active while a police dog and a tee box were involved before the suspects made their getaway. The brief note notes the quiet scene contrasting with the burglary activity and a dog unit responding near the scene.
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Los Angeles
Mobile Players Win Matches in Southern Volleyball Tourney
Teams from Mobile Chattanooga and Kansas City won morning matches in Atlanta. Mobile defeated Selma 15 8 while Chattanooga beat Atlanta 15 3. Chattanooga defeated La.
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Atlanta
Mobile
Chattanooga
Kannapolis
Selma
Atlanta Veterans
Historic cannon returned to Marietta after Gettysburg ceremonies
The historic cannon, once displayed at Gettysburg, was found in storage and shipped back to Marietta. Col. Fred Morris accepted on behalf of the mayor, with James W. Bodley delivering the presentation address at the national cemetery. United States Senators Harris and George are noted as figures from years past.
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Ives
Georgia
Gettysburg
United States
William J. Harris Rae Walter F. George
Representati
Fred Morris
American Legion
Marietta
James W. Bodley
National Cemetery
Flier's chute leap saves two lives
Quincy Mass March 24 Lieu tenant Walter C Green Jr executive officer of the squadron airport and Lieutenant Caldwell narrowly escaped death today when their airplane went out of control.
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Quincy, Mass
Walter C.green, Jr
Lenant Caldwell
Buckeye Pipe Line declares dividend in New York
Buckeye Pipe Line announces a declared dividend in New York on March 24. Details on the amount payable and related figures are not fully clear in the readable text.
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New York
Buckeye Pipe Line
Exhibitions SPP PRO At Meee Beach Florida
Exhibition items featured include Purwell and Speiser with Mass Picinich appearing in a coastal Florida display. Officials say the event showcases local talents and contemporary work in a seaside venue.
D C Stephenson Bank Loot Tale Doubtful
The grand jury concluded the tale of theft by D C Stephenson did not provide enough evidence to indict. The ex grand dragon currently serves a life sentence for murder and has testified in several grand jury inquiries including the Gov. Ed Jackson case. The panel urged Prosecutor Homer R Miller to continue investigations and present any additional corroboration to the next grand jury.
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Howard Eniity
Grand Dragon
Ed Jackson
Homer R. Miller
Ste
New Sugar Rates Application Held by Interstate Commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission holds a sugar rate application in the southeast will not become effective until June 23. The Mobile Chamber of Commerce requests modification of the order affecting Alabama service, seeking private shipments from Bayou La Batre in the Mobile area.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Alabama Service Commission
Mobile Chamber of Commerce
Negress Hit Taken to City Hospital After Incident
Leila Blanchard, referred to with a racial slur, was driven by suspect J. Sluder to City hospital for treatment after an assault near Selma Street and Washington Avenue. Detective Levine Bauer filed a report as authorities investigated the attack.
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Leila Blanchard
Negress
Merrill and
Evans
J. Sluder
Holders Delayed Air Mail Contract News
Officials from St Tamany Gulf Coast Airways arrive to discuss air mail contract delays at Arena. Chamber of Commerce reception notes the setback and next steps in securing the contract.
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St. Tammany, Gulf Coast Airways, Inc
In Arena
Chamber of Couenmeee
Whiskey harness carries gallons in Crichton house
Deputy Newell found a whiskey harness that could hold multiple gallons hidden inside clothing in a Crichton house. The presumed occupant, Arnold Duett, faces a prohibition violation docket.
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Newell
Crichton
Arnold Duett
Reckless Driving Charge Withdrawn in Local Accident Case
A reckless driving charge was withdrawn after testimony in which Clara Yates and her husband described an accident on a rural road. The injured wife testified that the collision could not have been avoided and the proceedings focused on fault and liability in the South 1 area docketed late Friday.
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South 1
Mobile
Clara Yates
Ewatanas Stout
Fisher
Yates
Commission studies city finances to boost revenue
The commission devoted yesterday to study revenue from current license rates and revised charges. No decision was made. the governing body will likely act in about two weeks. Additional conferences planned next week to determine a method for increasing municipal revenue.
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Ioan
Drowning Case Sparks Murder Charge in County Jail
Ray Gill remains in the county jail facing a murder charge tied to a recent drowning. Investigators have questioned him for several weeks as part of the ongoing case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Gill
Sans
Admites Forging Checks at The Toggery Store
Robert Holmes testified he cross questioned Tee after arrest and the youth admitted forging a $50 check used at The Toggery. Officers say Tee denied forging a $30 check. he gave the name Milton Tee claiming it was his brother. The case was called up yesterday.
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Robert Holmes
Tee
Milton Tee
Shipyard Accidents Injure Two Workers
Two workers were injured at local shipyards this morning. J. M. Gon concerns and Alabama Dry Dock and Building Company reports say one man broke a leg after an elevator incident at Todd Shipyards while another suffered back injuries from a fall at a boat under construction. Both were moved to city hospitals for treatment.
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J. M. Gon
Todd Shipzales
Building and Drydock Company
Inge-Bondurant Sanitarium
Roche
Walter Lewis
Alabama Dry Dock
City Hospital
Disorderly Conduct Fines in City Court Case
James Thomas, described as a negro, was fined $25 and costs for disorderly conduct at arraignment before Recorder D. H. Edington. Lenora White, described as a negress, was dismissed after evidence showed she was attacked by the man.
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James Thomas
D. H. Edington
Lenora ‘White
Voumes
Davison On Trip Ends In Managua Last Lap
Turbee Davison secretary of war and Major General Fechet depart Managua as Davison completes the final leg of a longer journey. The officials move forward on military duty with no immediate plans disclosed.
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Managua, Nic
E— Turbee Davison
See Re Fechet
Traffic Crash Whittles Family of Fosters on Springhill Avenue
A mother and five Foster family members were injured when a truck swerved to avoid a collision and rolled into a ditch on Springhill Avenue. Victims treated at City Hospital include Mrs J B Foster Betty Foster Vivian Foster Darrell Foster Cora J Foster John Ray Foster. Officer Stout said no arrest was made and the case referred to county traffic authorities.
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Springhill Avenue
City Hospital
J. B. Foster
Betty Foster
Vivian Foster
Darrell Foster
Cora J. Foster
John’ Ray Foster
Moffat Road
Stout
Two Stills Seized by County Officers in Western County
Two illicit stills were seized in a western county location by sheriff deputies led by Gus Newell Dewey Barb and Joe Pins Coch. No arrests were reported as two gallons of liquor were concealed in the woods.
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Gus Newell
Dewey Barb
Joe Pins Coch
Wester
Police Seek Stolen Green Ford Coupe
Police are searching for a green Ford coupe reported stolen Friday from in front of Louiselle Street No 4. The license plate was removed from the vehicle while it was parked before a residence. George Jenkins reported the incident and provided details to the Department.
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Quinn
Louiselle St
Soae
George Jenkins
Eee
Timber Handling Charges Reduced at Mobil Wharf
A reduction is announced in wharfage and handling charges for logs poles piling and other timber except pine. The cut equals one-fourth of a cent per hundred feet and aligns Mobil rates with current Mobile charges.
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Mobil
Mobile
Classifieds Spotlight in Mobile Area Markets
Classified pages highlight quick easy buying and selling in Mobile. Listings cover services goods and local ads designed to help residents meet needs affordably and efficiently.
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Qulono
NEW Yorker
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Ritchie
Peggy Joyce
Davis
arEeo Onmuss
HAYS
Hoover
Stone Mountain
Capital
Buenos Aires
Buckeye Company
Cambridge
Meee Beach
Fla
Ieee
Purwell and
Speiser
Mass Picinich
D.C. Stephenson
Smack
Horace Tee
Brother
Raider Party
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