Bayou La Batre Man Fined After Church Fight
Earl Smee of Irvington, manager of Bishop Manor Farms, was fined 25 dollars and costs after pleading guilty to assault and battery in a Bayou la Batre court. The incident followed a Sunday night disturbance at the Methodist church when a dog owned by Smee was kicked after it disturbed services led by Rev. J. B. Metcalf.
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J.B. Metcalf
Bayou la Barre
Earl Smee
Bishop Manor Farms
Irvington
Justice of the Peace
Louis Meyer
Bayou
Methodist
Mr. Metcalf
Justice Meyer
Veterans See Inspirational Picture Under Legion Post
Veterans from World War I at Hospital No 12 will view an inspirational film under the American Legion. Commander F Taylor Peck of Lamar McLeod Post No 3 said tickets will be given to all disabled veterans present, members or not, stressing the strong patriotic appeal rather than a war focus.
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American Legion
F. Taylor Peck
Lamar
McLeod
Legion
New Packing Firm to Handle Seafo ods in Gulf and South Atlantic
John A. McDermott, former Dixie Products president, serves as field manager for Marine Products Company, Inc. based in New Orleans. The firm plans large scale operations to standardize pack of shrimp and oysters and market canneries products nationwide from Mobile, with coast wide activity from a central base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf
South Atlantic
John A. McDermott
Dixie Products Company
Marine Products Company, Inc
New Orleans
McDermott
Mobile
New L and N Coast Shipments Rates Hearing
Louisville and Nashville Railroad seeks new coastwise rate from points south of Decatur Alabama to Pensacola for eastbound shipments. An Interstate Commerce Commission examiner will hear the proposal in Jackson on May 25, with Mobile as a likely origin for movement.
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Louisville & Nashville Railroad
Decatur
Ala
Pensacola
Interstate Zone Commission
Jackson
Mobile
Mob City
North
Montgomery
Ashville
Crushed Shell Rate Sought by M and O Railroad
The Mobile and Ohio Railroad seeks a rate on crushed shells from a coast town to support possible crushing plants at the site. Shells are currently shipped elsewhere to be crushed. The request, filed with the Chamber of Commerce, aims to establish local processing facilities if approved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile and Ohio Railroad
Bayou la Barre
Pacific
Chamber of Commerce
Man Charged With Vicious Assault After Phone Break-In
Charles Bertett of 4 South Franklin Street appeared before the recorder charged with violating state law by taking a telephone and accessories during a coin operated break in. He allegedly struck Violet Graham during the incident at a residence.
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Charles Bertett
South
Franklin Street
Recorder
Violet Graham
Bennett
Local thunderstorms forecast in Washington area
Weather report from Washington on May 15 indicates local thunderstorms developing, with possible gusty winds and brief heavy downpours. Forecast highlights potential impacts on outdoor activities and travel, urging caution for drivers and residents in affected zones.
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Washington
Stage Employes Seek Site for Aged Home At Fish River
Mobile members of the International Alliance and Motion Operators plan to persuade officers that a Fish River site in Baldwin County is ideal for the Order’s Home for the Aged. Delegates from the seventh district attend Mobile’s convention as officers inspect the proposed location and discuss wage scales and working conditions.
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International Ployes Alliance and Motion
Fish River
Baldwin County
Charles C. Shay
F. G. Leimaster
Mobile
Charles’ C. Shay
New York
Gulf
Clubras
Vineyard of the Cawthon Hotel
Birmingham
Ar Tee R.A
Ran
Sears
Dewitt
Meridian
Iss
Asheville
N. C
H. J
Gunningham
Wilmington
A. Patrick
Charleston
City Accepts 75000 Bond Issue For Street Paving
City commission approved a 75000 bond issue to fund paving of Julia Street from Dauphin to Old Shell road Oaklawn Terrace from Dauphin to Caroline Avenue Springhill Road from Ann to Catherine and Ann from Elmira to Ohio Hancock Bros named contractor. Mayor Taylor led the vote with unanimous support. Commissioner Hartwell endorsed rebuilding the old bay front shell road and was authorized to collect cost data and methods.
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Taylor
Julia Street
Dauphin
Old Shell Road
Oaklawn Terrace
Caroline Avenue
Springhill Road
Ann
Catherine
Seamen Charged With Anti Boycott Law Violation
H L Peterson and Brondal seamen along with Wiennas are charged in Alabama anti boycott case. Salmon Broder sues alleging membership in the IWW violated state law. Defendants held in city jail in default of bail amid hunger strike context from county jail vagrancy appeal.
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H.L. Peterson
Ndal
Otfecrs
Wiennas
Alabama
Salmon Broder
Industrial Workers of the World
Brondal
Redemption County Bonds Progressing
The redemption of non interest bearing county warrants totaling 330000 is advancing quickly. E Stone reports funds for the redemption are now available with discount rates as high as 50 cents on the dollar for the warrants.
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E. Stone
River Embargo Study Sought by Mobile Chamber Panel
The Mobile Chamber of Commerce traffic department, led by F I Spaulding, seeks data on Warrior River expenses and equipment to evaluate a possible embargo. Spaulding wrote Theodore Brent and discussed costs and potential state action with the Mississippi Warrior line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warrior River
Mobile Chamber of Commerce
F. I. Spaulding
Spaulding
Theodore Brent
Mississippi Warrior System
Demopolis
Tuscaloosa
Patan
Perdes
Hompson Vanecea
Corttantt
Shipping Board
Ag Berse
T Department
Eet
Ooham Chamber of Commerce
Ate
Chicks Acquire New Infielder In Memphis Trade
Memphis club president Thomas B. Watkins announced the purchase of a new infielder from the Boston club. The sale of veteran shortstop Tommy McMill to Little Rock was also confirmed.
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Memphis
Tenn
Boston
Naonaig
Thomas B. Watkins
Padgett
Tommy McMill
Little R
Southern Railway Surgeons Open 27th Convention in Charleston
The three day program of the 27th annual Southern Railway Surgeons Association opened in Charleston South Carolina with attendees from the South. President Dr W M Cunning of Corona Alabama delivered the annual address as papers were read in the afternoon session.
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Charleston
8.C
Southern Railway Surgeons Association
South
Pr. W.M. Cunnin
Corona
Ala
War on short weight to be declared in federal commodities
Washington May 15. The federal government announced a war against short weight in the sale of coal bread gasoline and other commodities of general commerce to be declared by the Vanes government.
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Washington
General c
Vanes Govfede Pal
Commerce
Fake Phone Orders Hit Brokers In New York Market
Stock brokers report last week of false buying orders and no checks. Today they say they are again receiving fake phone orders from individuals imitating customers.
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New York
Imports Rise in March to 203 412 Less than February
The report shows United States imports for March at 203 412 dollars, a decline from February figures. It notes March 1922 values with comparisons to February and prior month levels, indicating fluctuating import activity.
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Washington
United States
Republican force beaten in Wicklow Dublin
A hostile group operating in County Wicklow was captured after a fierce engagement in Wicklow Dublin. The leader named Plunkett was shot dead and two machine guns were captured.
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Wicklow
Dublin
Life Prolonged In Storm Area By Early Rising
Tornado struck Loraine at dawn after 4 am as farmers and families woke for chores. Many sought shelter in storm cellars after warning. A farmer recalled hearing the train like roar and securing his cattle but wind carried the shed door away.
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Thrane
Loraine
Phaan
Clara Phillips Case Report From Tegucigalpa
fragmented OCR notes describe a Honduran authorities handling a case involving a woman identified as Clara Phillips believed to be connected to California. references to Jesse Carson and a band or group are present but unclear.
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Tegucigalpa
Jesse Carson
Clara Phillips
California
Deserter Lads Confesses to New Orleans Cop
A 19 year old deserter from the United States Army’s Fourth Artillery unit in Houston was arrested in New Orleans after a patrol encountered him. He admitted desertion, said he was in the combat train, and police notified army authorities.
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Hove
Williams
Robert
United Army
Ahhd
Fourth Artillery
Houston
Another Cold Wave Predicted For This Night
Weather bureau reports a strong cold wave sweeping from the northwest bringing snow and freezing temperatures. By tonight the valley states feel its grip and by tomorrow night the Atlantic coast shivers with low or freezing temperatures.
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Washington
Weather Bureau
Atlantic Coast
Final Victory for Anti Lash Ion in Senate
In Tallahassee on May 15 the Florida Senate passed a bill banning corporal punishment of convicts with a 15 to 18 vote and refused to reconsider yesterday’s action. The measure now goes to the governor for approval.
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Tallahassee
Fila
Senate
Modern Rush-Bagot treaty draft offered to Canada
Washington May 15 A modernized version of the Rush-Bagot treaty was announced by the state department. The agreement would limit military forces and activities of the United States and Canada.
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Washington
International News Service
United States
Canada
State Department
Fire and flood devastate Hot Springs causing deaths and large losses
May 15 Hot Springs Arkansas reports indicate a massive fire and flood strike the city. Early word credits several fatalities though counts vary with estimates up to four or more. Maranette Hotel wrecked with losses over 250000 while many buildings reduced to char and telegraph and electric service disrupted. Red Cross mobilizes from St Louis and Missouri Pacific confirms heavy damage as searches continue.
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Hot Springs
Ark
Associated
Bate Yee
Maranette
Red Cross
Missouri Pacific
H ‘Baker
St. Louis
Arkansas
Ichicago
International News ‘Service
Hot ‘Springs
International News Service
Oklahoma
Tennessee
American Red Cross
Washington
William M. Baxter, Jr
St. Louis Red Cross
Aged French statesman De Freycinet dies at 94
Paris, May 15. Former French Premier De Freycinet died at age 94 after a period of feeble health His longtime friend Clemenceau recalled their exchanges on his American trip and reparations questions The physician had barred visitors after earlier excitement but De Freycinet later attended a French academy meeting and visited Poincare.
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Paris
Associated Press
de Freycinet
Clemenceau
United States
Germany
M. .de Freycinet
Poincare
New Radio Rules In Effect Today
Washington May 2 1915 new broadcasting rules take effect banning temptations for broad casting. Violations may lead to license loss officials say.
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Washington
Tech
Ford Tide Seen As Strong Yet Frail in 1920 Race
Analysts foresee Ford as a potential candidate despite doubts about a Swift rise in the Democratic South and midwest support. They warn his entry could provoke rival campaigns while others believe he would delay a run, letting opponents go after each other. Ford’s fate hinges on whether he formally enters and how campaigns maneuver.
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Ford
Pat
Washington
Mule Shoals
Ava
Aloff
Harrison
Detroit
Harding
Gasoline price boosted in Kansas City after price war
Gasoline was advanced two cents a gallon by several leading companies in Kansas City following conferences to end the local price war. Motorists paid 17 and a half cents per gallon, and officials predicted the price would rise to two cents above the post war level as dealers expected others to follow suit.
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Kansas City
Veteran of Gray Is Laid to Rest
Lakeland Florida May 15 funeral services for Gen J A Cox 36 Confederate veteran were held here today. He was born in Mississippi and died here Sunday. Six children and several grandchildren attended with many more in the family. He had been a member of Masonic orders for 64 years.
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Lakeland
Fra
J. A. Cox
Road bond issue favored at meeting
Vague notes show a bond issuance proposal discussed by local officials and representatives. Plan cited involves a bond issue with installments and total dollar amounts referenced, with dates and formalities linked to a 1926 timeframe.
New York Military Petition Emerges This Morning
A fragmented report from New York indicates a military petition activity centered around Emanuel, with partial phrases suggesting an urgent civic or organizational action. Further details are unclear due to text damage.
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New York
Mavitary
Emanuel A
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