Governor Mulls Clemency for 1926 Mobile Death Row Youth
Dispatches from Mont report Governor Graves considering executive clemency for Tobie Collins a 20 year old Crichton youth sentenced to die in the electric chair for the slaying of Clarence Stewart. Collins appealed to the supreme court which remanded for fencing and he was taken to Camp Kilby for hopeful reprieve.
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Tobie Collins
Crichton
Mont
Graves
Clarence Stewart
Supreme Court
Gollins
Mobile County
Col
Camp Kilby
Collins
Championship Bouts Set for A A U Tryouts Tonight
Championship bouts of the Legion arena begin about 7 45 tonight with winners advancing to the United States tryouts in Boston Mass. Tulsa High School boy Charles Teel faces Luther Hawkins of the Mobile YMCA in middleweight. Baby Dyes of Georgia meets Ted Miller of Florida in flyweight. Euclid Deckler of New Orleans vs J J Phillips of Fort Benning in heavyweight. Phillip Carpenter of Winder Ga and Norman Dixon of Florida meet in welterweight. Tim Dugas of Spring Hill College fights Bob Hooks of Georgia in light heavyweight. Captain Charlies Mabbutt of Fort Benning Ga leads the tournament.
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Legion Arena
United States
Boston
Mass
Charles Teel
Tulsa
Luther Hawkins
Mobile Y. M. C. A
George Morris
Spring Hill College
Baby Dyes
University of Georgia
Ted Miller
University of Florida
Euclid Deckler
New Orleans
J. J. Phillips
Fort Benning
Phillip Carpenter
Winder
Norman Dixon
Tim Dugas
Bob Hooks
Charlies Mabbutt
Brother of Love Dial Kil L Kill
In Wallkill New York on March 23 a brother and sister clashed over the slaying of Keorana Marie Terwilliger. The girl was shot at a doorway near a creek running through the village. Terwilliger lived with her mother above the post office and died without naming her killer. Harry McHugh, a local police officer, reported the suspect disappeared from the post office minutes before the shooting.
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Wallkill
Keorana Marie
Erwilliger
Miss Terwilliger
Harry McHugh
Chicago officials boost reward for bomber conviction
Chicago officials raise rewards in a bombers case with State's Attorney Crowe and Mayor Thompson each pledging 5000 dollars for the conviction. Nine other leaders or office holders also pledge similar sums as part of the contingent fund to fuel the pursuit and prosecution.
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Chicago
Mobilian Commands Atlantic Destroyer Coastguard Flotilla
The gulf division commander for the last two years resigns to evac Camden. L. Gamble will take charge of the division but the captain will not assume immediate command and is expected to board the fleet flag ship within about 90 days.
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Gulf Division
United States
Camden
L. Gamble
Three Dead in Blazing Newark Home
Frank S. Warren aged 46 his wife Edith J Warren 43 and their 13 year old son Jack were found dead in their beds after a fire destroyed part of the Newark residence Investigators say a bullet wound to the heart was present in the boy while the parents death could not be determined due to extensive burns Warren an insurance and rent broker helped found and served as a vice president of an American landscape school in the city
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Newark
N. J
Frank
Warren
Edith J
Jackson
Bentege
Parsons Ent Producer Carl Carroll Freed on Parole
Carl Carroll a Sadner theatrical producer was released from Atlanta penitentiary under a federal parole. He said the government need not fear his conduct and that the experience changed his life making former excesses less important. Parole conditions were imposed.
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New
Carl Carroll
Sadner
Atlanta
Rum Runner Tony Pe Stains Upholstery in New Orleans
In New Orleans on March 23 a rum runner and bootleg, Tony Pe, known for liquor selling and operating a known negro dive, was arrested previously several times. A burned automobile connected to the case was discovered near Pens home and at go for whiskey.
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New Orleans
Tony
Aero
Wien
Federal Game Act Changes Take Effect
The article notes revised provisions affecting operations in Mobile and Alabama, with new rules under the act. It specifies distances of at least 700 yards from any island at ordinary high tide and from any other sinkbox, detailing compliance requirements for related activities.
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Aeers
Mobile
Alabama
Pier B Warehouse Nears Completion at State Docks
The Pier B warehouse at state docks is expected to be completed by May 15. Officials estimate the concrete wharf at Pier C will be finished by mid May.
Weather Outlook Returns With Warmer Temperatures
Uncertain OCR fragment hints at a return of warmer weather with a possible forecast for higher temperatures. No clear dates or locations are provided in the readable text.
Courtesies Planned for U S Navy Destroyers Arrival
With ten destroyers due in port next Wednesday the Mo Chamber of Commerce arranges entertainments for officers. Local groups fine tune arrangements to greet the visiting sailors and provide appropriate hospitality.
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United States Navy
Mo- Chamber of Commerce
Rum Boat Seizure Citation Heard In New Orleans
A court in New Orleans heard a citation connected to a seizure case. The assistant district attorney presented the government’s claim for forfeiture against the defendant, with arguments on the record.
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Court of Ape
New Orleans
Seene
Tin
Reckless Driving Penalty Levied in Court
Norman Singleton arraigned in the recorder's court for reckless driving and fined 20 days. A collision occurred between his car and another vehicle linked to G. Co. IP ng at mr ygey and W. J. Bradford. Bradford convicted of reckless driving set for April 6. Walker's condition is critical.
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Norman Singleton
Recorder’s Court
Singleton
Ee Ee
G. Co
IP Ng
Ygey
W. J. Bradford
Walker
Booze Who Book Traced After Memphis Raid
Memphis police raid downtown office, seize a book titled Booze Who. Diane Walsh, 28, arrested. investigators will interview Memphians named in the record and place them before a grand jury.
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Memphis
Tenn
Grand Jury
Boose
Sage
Diane Eeaar
D. J. Walsh
Grand
Bay Packet Josie To Continue Runs
The Bay Packet Josie will be kept with plans to continue its regular runs. This decision preserves the vessel for ongoing service and potential future routes.
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BAY Packet
Josie
Sherwood Held for Intent to Murder in New Orleans
Wal was jailed in New Orleans on charges of shooting with intent to murder. Kauffman remained in Charity Hospital with a bullet wound through the abdomen as doctors expected his condition to improve.
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Sherwood
New Orleans
Wal
Kauffman
Charity Hospital
Morin Shoals Bill Approved by House
Washington March 23 The House today approved the Morin Shoals bill by a vote of 17 to 4. The action advances the legislation through the lower chamber as lawmakers debate the measure’s implications.
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Washington
House
Milny See
Woman envoy enjoys Chile assignment in Valparaiso
A woman envoy expresses fondness for her Chile posting in Valparaiso highlighting cultural ties and personal growth amid duties. The brief notes upbeat impressions of the southern port city and its surroundings.
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Chile
Coolidge Offered Mountain Home in Tennessee
Washington March 2 The Tennessee delegation under Senators McKellar and Tyson Bilge presented President Coolidge with a proposal to accept a home on Lookout Mountain at Chattanooga. The estate sits at about 2700 feet and was offered for the president by J B Pound as a diplomatic gesture.
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Washington
Tennessee
McKellar
Tyson Bilge
Coolidge
Chattanooga
J. B Pound
Endicott Students Go on Strike Amid School Idle
Endicott Washington March 2 The school is idle as about a dozen students and several staff members including football coach Vic Serenon and five other teachers walk out in protest.
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Endicott
Endicott, Wash
Ae Tee Ee Eee
Vic Cé Eron
Public Hearing In Oil Scandal Deferred in Washington
A public hearing in the oil scandal is deferred as officials in Washington prepare new information. Witnesses in the case involving John Rockefeller are referenced amid ongoing Capitol discussions.
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Washington
John
Rockefeller
Cross Examination Steps in Fall Case
The associate counsel or Sinclair will question Fall and cross examination will follow conducted by Senator Pomerene, outlining trial procedure and oversight.
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Sinclair
Senator Pomerene
U S Mexico Reach An Understanding
A vague note claims the United States and Mexico have reached an understanding after hearings by Calles on new regulations. It mentions oil, mineral lands, and perpetual validity beyond fifty years, with a brief, uncertain comment.
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Calles
Republic
Mendoza Woman Barred From Presidential Race
Buenos Aires report states Mendoza cannot participate in Argentina's national elections as a candidate for the presidency. The ruling narrows the field in the March election coverage and notes eligibility constraints on the bid.
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Buenos Aires
Mendoza
Argentina
Belgium Awaits Terms on U S Pact
Brussels March 28 Information received in Brussels indicates that Belgium awaits terms for the proposed United States pact. Officials declined further comment as discussions continue amid mounting European tensions.
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Belgium
U. S
Brussels
Indi
Tragedy At Miller Street Home Ends In Deaths Of Family
A wife and her 13 year old son were found dead in their Miller Street residence. The boy Jack was discovered in a separate location inside the home. Police are investigating the circumstances and have not released a cause of death.
Controversy Over Jazz Band Sparks Court Martial Talk
A dispute involving two British officers and Rear Admiral Bernard St G Collard over a jazz band sparked controversy and led to a court martial push.
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Bernard St. G. Collard
1041 Want to be Flying Cadets
Washington march twenty eight a report notes America has become so thoroughly air minded that training programs and aviation interest drive young people toward flight careers and related opportunities across the nation.
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Washington
America
One Injured as Fast Train Wrecks Near Woodside Station
A New York case from March 28 reports a fast Island Railroad train from Rockaway bound for Manhattan derailed near Woodside station Queens. One passenger injured seriously while four others suffered lesser injuries. cars did not overturn and spreading rails were blamed.
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New York
Moses
Island Railroad
Rash Road
Eoommien
Woodside
Queens
S Oy Sena Pee Agger Blas Ee
Yankee Birdman Seeks Endurance Flight Honors
The AP reports aviator Paul Shank ended a 12 hour flight after a failed attempt to set endurance records. George Haldeman and Eddie Stinson are noted for longer durations, while Shank aimed to reclaim the world looping record and extend his endurance title.
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Associated Press
Org
Gene Shank
Paul Aviator
Vier
George Haldeman
Atlantic Flying Fame
Eddie Stinson
American Labor Leader Stricken While Abroad
The long identified radical figure known as "Big Bill" faced serious illness while in exile in Soviet Russia. Once convicted in the United States for violation of the act, he helped organize the American Kuzbas colony in Siberia, framed as a refuge for oppressed American workers. He reportedly pondered returning to the U.S. but never did.
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United States
Russia
Kuzbas
Siberia
America
Balchen Heads to St Paul for Pas Flight Pair
Detroit March 28 Floyd Bennett and Bernt Balchen fly the huge all metal Ford monoplane toward St Paul where Commander Richard Byrd will guide a long distance Pas mission. The aviators plan to remain in St Paul as they consider the next leg of the expedition.
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Detroit
Floyd Bennett
Bernt Balchen
Richard Byrd Willling
Pas
Mani
St. Paul
Aviators
Wolves descend on Turkish capital
Local report notes a crowd or event in Ankara with activity described as a wolf-themed arrival. The text emphasizes traditional views on Turkish women and mentions the capital city context.
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Capital
Mrs Goodhue's Case: Condition Same
A legal brief notes that Mrs. Goodhue remains in the same condition as previously recorded. Seven individuals from the south are mentioned in relation to the case.
Birmingham Man Held in Orleans Case
A Birmingham man is held in Orleans on auto theft and property damage charges. Police report says the man, age 33, was involved in a crash and fled the scene. Investigating officers pursue the suspect as part of a broader incident.
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Birmingham
Orleans
Income Tax on Garden Runs High
New York report shows Rickard's cauliflower garden yielding large net income. The piece tallies two years of federal earnings reaching 2,138,498 dollars.
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New York
Rickard
Snowstorm scatters planes in North Utah sweep
Snowstorms swept northern Utah on June 3 causing air chaos as pilots struggled against strong winds and many flights were diverted or canceled.
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Utah
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