Negro held for series of thefts in crowded city area
Donald McKay 554 Church reported thefts as Assistant Solicitor Courtney told court Sexton faces grand jury burglary charges. Detective Gibble Wilcox arrested Sexton in the act at northeast Government and Hamilton streets. Police listed stolen items including a blue salt with store mark, white and black crepe dress, corset, cloth pieces, curtain, tape, laundry bag, tools, auto tubes, ink chain, pocket tech items, a Teresa medal, vases, and plumbing fixtures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald McKay
Church
Courtney
Sexton
Government
Hamilton Streets
Gibble Wilcox
Goodrich
Kelly-Springfield
Bates Freed on Heavy Bond in Murder Case
Birmingham April 7 W A Bates indicted by county grand jury on first degree murder surrendered to Sheriff T J Bhirney. Bonds set at large sum while Bates plans to return to Birmingham for trial. The case stems from the Knox tax murder investigation and involves state authorities seeking requisition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
W. A. Bates
Son County
T. J. ‘Bhirneyane
Wee
Ates
Frank Harper
Bates
Bro Tenn
Jim Davis
Charines
Bates’ Bond
Si Oy
Carl Cormick
McDermott
James W. Knox
Keged
Negro Confesses to Wanted Locations in Alabama and Florida
Charles Washington, a negro, admits in police court records that he is wanted in Pensacola Florida Flomaton Alabama and Atmore Alabama on break and entering charges. He broke into a general store in Flomaton a drug store in Atmore and a pressing club in Pensacola. His display includes white old fountain pens and a folding pocket knife. He says the tool allegedly used was taken from the Atmore drug store. A garage behind 168 North Lafayette Street was entered and a motorcycle or auto tools stolen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Washington
Pensacola
Fla
Flomaton
Ala
Atmore
Arren Burch
Washington
New Sugar Rates Published For Mobile to Clarksville Nashville
Rates from Mobile to Clarksville and Nashville will be published soon by the Mobile Chamber of Commerce traffic office. The 47 cent Clarksville and Nashville rate is set, with a charge of 81 2 cents to another destination, aiming to spur a sugar movement through Mobile to these ports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Nashe
Clarksville
Memphis
Informa
Mobile Chamber of Commerce
Nashville
Emplois
Markets Open Narrow Drift In Early Trading
Early trading in New York shows stocks moving within war influenced limits with United States Steel dropping about three quarters as April unfilled orders hint at a possible 590000 ton reduction. Solvents A rises two points, Canadian Pacific up 13 8. Cotton futures open barely steady with May July and other months listed. New Orleans cotton futures also opened with varied quotes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
United States Steel Common
Comjal Solvents
Canadian Pacific
Weather Forecast Brief for Alabama and Mississippi
Alabama expects probable showers tonight with east winds shifting to moderate south winds late. Saturday brings continued showers and a shift to gentler southeast winds in Mississippi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Mississippi
Charleston Cup Dance Draws City’s Finest Dancers
In Mobile a grand wind up for the Charleston Cup looms as top dancers compete for the final spots and a silver loving cup. Robert Duff triumphed last night with Lillian Lartigue Eunice Targett among notable rivals, as juniors vie for Saturday finals and prizes.
Sale of Confederate Memorial Coins Opens in Mobile
About $1,000 worth of Confederate Memorial coins were sold in Mobile on the campaign's first day. W. D. Bellingrath, general chairman, stated Mobile’s city quota is $6,000 and expressed confidence in eventual success. He urged Alabama to lead in oversubscription, noting delays in Mobile and a few other cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
W. D. Bellingrath
South
Bellingrath
Alabama
Manuela Pla Freighter To Be Righted Next Week
The Manuela Pla freighter, which capsized at the L. N. docks in January, will be set upright by next Tuesday. A large beam to support the aft mast has been installed and divers will begin work immediately as details of the salvage work are announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manuela Pla
Eeeper
Sheensnabh Key Senay
Annual Police Meeting With MO Relief Association
The Mo Police Relief Association holds its annual meeting today at police HQ. President Claude Johnson will address members as officers for the ensuing year are announced and sworn in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mo Police
Desice A
Claude Johnson
Two Winners Reach Cup Finals in Bijou Chair Contest
Duff won first prize in the senior contest last night while Berman won first prize and $4 in the junior division yesterday afternoon. Both reach cup finals on Saturday with events to be staged Saturday afternoon and Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Duff
Whileberman
Fire destroys National Turpentine and Products plant
Fire yesterday afternoon gutted the National Turpentine and Products Company plant in a blaze that started in a $4 000 stack of fat pine wood. Damages run slightly above $50 000 with a small office building the only remaining structure this morning. Firemen guarded the ruins and railroad workers began repairs once tracks cooled. insurance status unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Turpentine and Products Company
Gus Rhem
Rebesides
Young boy sent to county farm overnights in park
Jack Malone alias Lang, 17, found in Bienville park bandstand early Wednesday by Officer Brunson. He was believed to have spent the night outdoors and, upon search, concealed a weapon. He was sent to the county farm for hard labor as a defense when questioned in court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Malone
Lang
Bienville Park
Tiast
Brunson
Tee County
Thompson Receives Promotion to Colonel in Alabama Unit
Frank J. Thompson of Most was notified by letter today of his appointment as a colonel in the Second Alabama Regiment, United Confederate Veterans. He has served as a captain in the unit for several years and received his commission from Brig. Gen. John R. Kennedy of Truscaloosa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank J. Thompson
Most
Alabama
United Confederate Veterans
Mr. Thompson
John R. Kennedy
Truscaloosa
Release of British schooner Norma L Con rad tied to rum running
The schooner Norma L Con rad seized near Mobile two months ago for rum running is officially released. Crew members won habeas corpus, cargo of over 4000 cases is stored in a local warehouse, and the ship will be re loaded after minor repairs before sail to Tampico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norma L. Conrad
Mobile
Chickasabogue
Cusgo
Honduras
Tampico
Florida
Panama Aque
Pate
Young Orators Meet Tonight in Alabama Rivalry
Alabama students from Jasper to Tuskegee compete in a state oratorical contest. Competitors include Davis Jr of Weer County, Scott of Gadsden High, Griffin of Troy High, McNormal Senior High, Andrews of Phillips High, Moore Pointer of Decatur High, James Jr of Greensboro High, Primm of Tuskegee City High, Dickinson of Clarke County, and Summerford of Abbeville. The state winner goes to Louisville for the Southern Lone championship May 14, then to Washington for the national finals June 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Davis, Jr
Weer County
Jasper
William Woodrow Scott
Gadsden
Misa Myrtle Griffin
Troy High
Troy
S Ct
Mary Frances Mc
Decatur
Joseph H. James, Jr
Greensboro
Dadie Primm
Tuskegee City
Tuskegee
Robert Lee Dickinson
Clarke County School
Grove Hill
Monroe Summerford
Abbeville
Louisville
Washington
Horses to Ride in Fine Coches
Ten palace horse cars cost 000 each and will be used exclusively to transport race horses on the Mines of the Southeastern Express Company. The 74 foot cars resemble regular passenger cars with three doors and 24 stalls, electrics and fresh water, moored by Mobile Sans official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palace
Southeastern Express Company
Martin Holbrook
Mobile Sans
Chamber to Name Officials Today
New officers of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce likely will be elected at a 4 o'clock meeting of the new board of directors. The nominating committee is to report this afternoon with a president two presidents and a treasurer to be named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile Chamber of Commerce
Fines Levied in Dry Law Case in State Courts
Prohibition law violations were fined today in state and circuit court. Clark paid $80 plus costs, with default of payment noted. In the inferior criminal court William Wright and Mary Joseph were fined $100 or 30 days hard labor. Walter and Mrs. Robert Burke were fined with costs or 30 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T Circuit
Clark
Inferior Criminal Court
Willam Wright
Mary Joseph
Walter
Robert Burke
Britain in fourth day of general strike sees mixed progress
London reports troops deployed in dock districts to aid civil powers as government vows full support in strike disorders. Despite improvements in traffic and job returns, London and Glasgow endure unrest with arrests and rioting while cross channel service plans aim to restore links between Ireland and Britain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Radio Today
Crown
Edinburgh
Dublin
Holyhead
Belfast
Great Britain
London Omnibus Services
Itsa Company
Netaee
Americans Organize London Strike Sightseeing Tours
American tourists, seeking thrills during a London strike, organize tours through districts likely to see trouble. They visited the east end where skirmishes occur but drivers and passengers remained unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
England
East End
Weather forecast for Mobile expects more rain
The Mobile forecast indicates more rain with showers tonight and Saturday. Temperatures remain mild as wet conditions move through the area. Local residents should plan for possible delays and adjustable outdoor activities.
Uncle Joe Cannon Celebrates His 90th Birthday At Home
Joseph G. Cannon, famed as a longtime U S congressman and Speaker, marked his ninetieth birthday in Danville Illinois amid family and visitors. The veteran war veteran and political figure planned a quiet day at home despite congratulatory letters telegrams and calls recalling his decades in national politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe’’ Cannon
Long Life
Danville
Joseph G. Cannon
Congress of the United States
Joe
Ra Feeney
National House of Representatives
Noerom
Speaker
Ucket
Uncle Joe Cannon on Modern Youth and Progress
Danville Illinois May 7 Uncle Joe Cannon discusses opportunities for today’s youth and compares them with his own era. He praises the clinging vine girl as healthier and notes many youths lack preparation for available jobs and sudden opportunities. He reflects on rapid progress in travel communication and medicine over ninety years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danville
Ill
Joe Cannon
Ita Waltnhel
Joe
Cannons
Eastern Shore Ships Potatoes
Sweet potato shipments from the Eastern Shore begin anew. Captain F A Phillips notes recent loads on local vessels while prices stabilize. Shipments are expected to continue for a period, signaling ongoing market activity in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goring
F. A. Phillips
Hats Off to Uncle Joe Srmete for 90 Years of Life
Local notice salutes former Illinois congressman Uncle Joe Srmete on reaching ninety years of age and his long service in the United States House from 1878 to 1921. The brief tribute notes his early work and leadership as speaker before retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe” Srmete
Illinois
Congress of the United States
Wealthy Dodge to Wed ex actor in Detroit suburb
Mrs Horace E Dodge widow of the auto magnate will marry Hugh Dillman in a quiet affair at the estate of her son in Grosse Pointe. Dillman, a former actor and ex husband of Marjorie Rambeau, rose from local stages to touring with the Fisk Jubilee Singers and international royal tours.
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Detroit
Mich
Horace E. Dodge
H Dillman
New York City
Dodge Brothers
Dillon, Read & Company of
New York
Dod
Dillman
Bonstelle Company
Mr. Diliman
Marjorie Rambeau
CBS
Bing
Hu Ditheget Peter
Horace EB. Dodge
Diliman
Hugh Diliman McCaughy
Footlight
Ancb
Rambeau
Man
Fisk Jubilee Singers
England
Cobb Asked to Jackson Hearing on Mobile Mississippi Rate Case
R G Cobb traffic manager of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce was asked by the attorney for the Mississippi Public Service Commission to attend a May 12 conference in Jackson with rate officials over the Mobile Mississippi rate case. The Mobile Chamber of Commerce brought the case and a settlement may shorten the proceedings before the Interstate Commerce Commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. G. Cobb
Mobile Chamber of Commerce
Mississippi Public Service Commission
Jackson
Mobile-Mississippi
Interstate Commerce Mission
Prisoners Escape By Blanket Rope At Penitentiary
Baltimore reports four inmates at the inland penitentiary escaped shortly after 3 o clock by making a rope from blankets. The incident is described as an early evening breakout with authorities searching for the men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
The
Inland Penitentiary
Retired Navy Captain Foley 18 Cleared by Inquiry
Captain Paul Foley, once at the center of a controversy over his actions during a disaster inquiry, has been retired by the Navy. The court of inquiry judged him not guilty in all charges related to his conduct during testimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Tain Paul Foley
Mra
Nto Eisaster
Navy
City to be minus electric lights
Newport workers threaten a power station walkout after the corporation refused to time supply power for a trial. The strike committee advises withdrawal of men from the power station and operatives plan to quit this afternoon in Newport Monmouthshire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newport
Monmouthshire
Interstate commission approves rail water class rate
The Interstate Commerce Commission allowed Southern Steamship Lines to set water rail class rates between the Atlantic seaboard and the southwest via New York Baltimore Houston Galveston on par with rival lines’ prices without observing the long and haul clause of the Interstate Commerce Act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Southern Steamship Lines
Atlantic Seaboard
Southwest
New York
Baltimore
Houston
Galveston
Texas
Judge Everett Visitor in City Sparks Realty Interest
Judge F B Everett of Mississippi visits the city as guest of the law firm Lord Mahomer and Arnold. Foster K Hale Jr Mobile state board of assessors representative accompanies him. Hale and Everett depart for Tate Springs Tennessee to spend two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. B. Everett
Miss
Lord, Mahomer and Arnold
Evert
Will Mobile Realty
Foster K. Hale, Jr
Mobile
State Board
Tate Springs
Tenn
Arrest orders issued for all gunmen in San Francisco
O'Brien, chief officer, ordered the arrest of all gunmen in the city. Five suspects linked to the recent machine murder of Assistant State's McSwiggin were taken into custody last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
O’brien
McSwiggin
Gold Medal Man Reported Dead
Washington May 7 A man who was just awarded the gold medal for architecture is dead in Baltimore. Shaw's home was in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Baltimore
Shaw
Chicago
Flower Day Sale For Home for the Aged Saturday
Tomorrow is Flower Day to raise funds for the Home for the Aged. The Female Benevolent Association will run the sale from their headquarters at the bandstand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Female Benevolent Association
Equate Bandstand
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New Orleans
Charleston
Robert Duff
Lillian Lartigue
Eunice Targett
Yvonne Agnelli
Nice
Miss Agnell
Lilian
Yvonne Agnell
Emmice Targett
Bers Nard Gelberman
Marion Fee
Shirley Probst
Rachel Schreiner
Frances Michael
Grace Phillips
Mawrene Overcast
Mabel Schwenk
Bernard Kerman
Marjorie Alonzo
Swain
Blanche Nathan
Rrow
Bijou
Bernard Gelberman
Crichton
Thompson
Chamber
Trades Union Congress
Baldwin
J. H. Thomas
Ieee
A Trades Union Congress
Ehe
Glasgow
Carnon
Wid
Hugh Dillman
Cobb
Foley
Everett
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