Co ed Abril charged with robbery assault rape attempt in Benson incident
Gilbert Abril, 19, waived a preliminary hearing on three counts robbery assault with intent to commit rape and grand theft after allegedly assaulting 18 year old Alaire Browning of Gila Hall on Benson highway 17 miles east of Tucson. Browning fled nude after Abril allegedly forced her into a stolen 1941 coupe. Abril was remanded to county jail on 2500 bond after Thursday morning hearing before Judge Gardner. He was arrested after allegedly stealing a second car. no charge filed yet on that theft.
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Gilbert Abril
Justice
C. W. Gardner
Good Samaritan
Alaire Browning
Tucson
Benson Highway
Miss Browning
Gila Hall
Willcox
Lyman Tenney
Prescott
Tenney
Abril
L. C. Bustamente
River Road
Odin B. Dodd
Abril faces potential life term if convicted on multiple charges
The presiding attorney warned that conviction on the robbery and related counts could yield life imprisonment. Abril, arraigned today, waived preliminary hearing and admitted guilt, asking for legal aid as he has no funds. Judge Gardner commented on possible punishment limits. Browning family link noted with Miss Browning, daughter of rancher J B Browning who breeds horses.
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Abril
Gardner
Miss Browning
Willcox Rancher
Twins Near 81 Celebrate Long Shared Birthday
In Douglas Georgia the Burch twins Spencer and Archil les will soon celebrate their 81st birthday. Neighbors say they cannot tell one from the other, underscoring their identical likeness.
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Douglas
Burch Twins
Spencer and
Archilles
Kiwanis Club to Install New Officers In Tucson
A. L. Slonaker of Tucson, recent Kiwanis district governor for 21 clubs in Arizona New Mexico and El Paso Texas, will be installed Saturday at 7 PM by Kiwanis International president Charles S Donley of Pittsburgh. Paul J Cella and Harold J Wilson will be district treasurer and secretary. Invitations went out to area Kiwanis clubs.
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Charles S. Donley
Kiwanis International
Old Pueblo Club
A. L. Slonaker
Tucson
Kiwanis
Arizona
New Mexico
el Paso
Texas
Charles.s. Donley
Pittsburgh
Old Pueblo
Paul J. Cella
Harold J. Wilson
William L. Bowers
Donley
Southwestern
University of Pittsburgh
Transportation Research Commission
City of
Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce
Robinson Jr visiting parents before return to duty
Roy Robinson Jr 20 son of Captain Roy Robinson of Tucson police visits his parents at 1815 East Sixth Street for a 10 day furlough before resuming duty in St Bliss Tex. He is a private first class and a student at William Beaumont hospital school for medical technicians after serving in the 158th infantry.
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Roy
Robinson, Jr
Roy. Robinson
Tucson
Plants once seen as weeds grown for medicinal value in New Zealand
Farmers in New Zealand plan to cultivate plants previously regarded as weeds for their medicinal use. The move aims to leverage these species for potential health benefits and new agricultural viability.
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New Zealand
Wool Curtailment May Be Effected in 1942
Washington December 22 The Office of Production Management says a plan to curtail wool for 1942 civilian clothing may be needed though no shortage of woolen goods is expected. Purchasing director Douglas C Mackenzie cites large service apparel use and existing stock as reasons for confidence.
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Washington
Office of Production Management
OPM
Douglas C. MacKencnie
Water and land beetles differ in drowning rates
A water beetle drowns more quickly when held under water than a land beetle. The finding highlights how aquatic adaptation affects survival in submerged conditions.
Naval Vessel 5 EFF D. MILTON? Commissioned in 1936
The 48 foot boat built in San Francisco, later an auxiliary of the Navy, was named for Colonel Milton. Immigration officers still man it with Inspector John T. West as captain and Chester Nielsen as chief engineer. The ship operates in the Atlantic with a 30 day cruising range. Colonel Milton, now living in Tucson, is honored by a portrait in the cabin.
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Jeff
Arizona Peace
Ig Nor
Navy
Atlantic Ocean
Milton
Tucson
U. S. Immigration Service
San Francisco
Cotton dresses debut in Rio shops from United States
Rio de Janeiro shops showcase latest cotton dress styles imported from the United States. The display highlights new fabrics and cuts as buyers respond to the international fashion trend.
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Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
United States
Tom Turner Dies En Route To Tucson
Word from Tucson reports the death of Tom Turner 31 brother of Champ Turner of 1126 North Sixth Avenue Los Angeles to Tucson when his health worsened during the trip. Champ Turner's wife works as a police secretary and went to Yuma to arrange disposition of the body.
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Tucson
Tom ‘Turner
Champ
Turner
Sixth
Police
Department
Yuma
Honey crop estimate for 1940 reaches 170 million pounds
The 1940 United States honey crop is estimated at 170,000,000 pounds, reflecting industry output for the year.
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United States
Trammel Tops Applicants for Youngstown Police Job
Jack Trammel, a former contender for the world heavyweight title, leads a dozen applicants in Youngstown civil service examinations and is the leading candidate for the police job.
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Trammel
Police
Youngstown, Co
Jack
Youngstown
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Mitchell
W. Congress
D. Milton
Holiday Glitter
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Adams
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Esther Henderson Abbott
Tom Turner
Grabe
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