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number Of the leaders, some Of
whom are opposed to Smith, and who
take the view that the democratic
party must 60 70 the country not on
a single issue, but on series cover
ing needs of the hour.
The drys want a plank stronger
than that adopted by the republicans
at Kansas City last week and there
have been suggestions that some of
them may demand a full endorsement
of the eighteenth amendment and
the Folstead act with a declaration
against either repeal or modifica-
ton. Such a demand would meet
with determined opposition from not
only the Smith. but other candidate
camps.
Moody To Lead Fight
Dan Moody, Texas youthful and
dynamic governor, is looked to by
the drys to lead their fight within
the resolutions committee after the
leaders Of the prohibition organiza-
lions have presented their argu-
ments at the public hearings which
-will precede the actual drafting Of
the platform. Moody will arrive here
Monday and is expected to bring
with him the outline Of a strong
prohibition plank.
Many other dry planks will be pre-
scented to the platform makers, some
patterned along the lines of those
adopted by state conventions and
which differ materially. Whether
New York state will have a plank
of its own will be determined at q
caucus Of the Empire State delega-
tion Monday night.
While the Smith are ST.
lent on the subject, the general be-
lief now is that they not only will
refrain from advancing a proposal
for modification Of the Eolstead act.
in which the New York governor be-
~lieves. but will be satisfied with a
declaration for rigid enforcement Of
the dry laws as long as they are on
the statute books.
Farm Relief Considered
Next to prohibition, the plank
likely to give the democrats the most
difficulty is that dealing with farm
relief. Several tentative declara-
tions have been drawn as the basis
for discussion within the platform
committee. but there seems to be
little unanimity of opinion now as
TO the precise form this plank shall
take.
IL is known. however. that most
leaders are adverse 10 having the
party commit itself to any particu-
lar plan of relief, such as the
equalization fee OF the McNary-Hau-
gen ball. Cordell Hull's suggestion
that the party pledge itself to call
an extra session Of the next con-
gress IN the spring Of 1929 TO deal
with the farm problem e to
be gaining in favor.
Undoubtedly the democratic dec
laration against corruption in gov
eminent and in politics will be much
stronger than that embodied in the
republican platform as this promises
10 be n of the paramount issues
IN the coming campaign SO far AZ the
democrats are concerned. There
also VIII be promises OF an economic
rather than a political tariff: 4
checking Of the growth of federal
bureaucracy; suppression Of crime:
r~este.ation Of the rule of the peo-
pie; administrative form; a broader
foreign policy; az adequate mer-
ehant marine, and restoration of the
navy 20 treaty strength.
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viii be deferred until after the plat
form is adopted.
This probably will come late We'd
nesday or Thursday, with party lead
ers expecting balloting for the pres
idential nominee to get under way
before adjournment Thursday. Ii lis
probable that an overnight recess
will be taken before any attempt Is
made 20 place vice-presidential can
didates in nomination and unless
there is a hitch in proceedings some
where along the line. this viii be dis
posed Of Friday and the convention
will be history.
Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-06-24
Oldest Air Pilot
In Marine Corps
Killed in Crash

FILE. Va, June %. - up - The
marine corps lost today its Oldest
and most colorful aviator in the
death of Major Charles a. Lutx, when
the giant tri-moto-ed Fokker trans
raGua, crashed here, killing him and
two Of his crew and injuring the
third.
Major Lutz and Lieut.. Howard G.
Busbey. OF Washington, relief pilot,
were killed Instantly. Corporal ID. G.
McChesney. Of Detroit. Mich. avi-
alton mechanic. died Of his injuries.
Corporal Reeder Nichols of Flor
ence. Ala, radio operator, was Sc
r~iously injured.
After little more than an hours
flight from its starting place, the
naval air station at Anacostia, ID. c.,
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Music--E nt--Entertainmen

Special Excursions over Missouri Pacific and Southern Paci-
fc from All Points in Texas and Louisiana to the Rio Grande
Valley July End to 9Th
Get Further formation
From Your Local Ticket
Agent
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Heads Selected
C. 0. p. Campaign

WASHINGTON. June 23.-fPl-
Secretary Work. chairman Of the re-
publican national committee, and A
group of party leaders engaged in
lengthy conference late today TO
select heads for the campaign or
g~anization. but only made one choice
that Of Henry j. Allen. former gov
ernor Of Kansas and publisher of
the Wichita Beacon. to be the Hoo
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the large plane passed ver File and
then returned shortly circling the
town apparently to seek q place to
land. Coming down close 10 earth.
the craft struck the ground with a.
wing or a turn into the small field.
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II then plunged into a ditch and
som. -sau.ted several times before
settling down, 4 complete wreck.
Major Lut1 who was Az years old
had recently been in command Of the
My rnrres ~ Quantico.
The Lexington advertiser. [volume] (Lexington, Miss.) 1904-1985, 1928-03-29
Methodist Building
Comm. Progressing;
Funds Arranged

The building committee of the local
Methodist church is making gratifying
progress in the work assigned them.
The architect met the committee re-
Gently, and was given such information
as was necessary for him to have that
he might go forward with completing
the plans and drawing the specification.
Representatives of bonding companies
are making inquiry concerning financ-
ing the building. The committee has
been assured that the necessary amount
of money can be secured and at rea-
sonable rate Of interest and for a term
of years. The committee is using its
best judgment and is endeavoring to
secure the funds necessary and the low
est cost possible.
This news is indeed gratifying to
not only the local church membership,
but to all the people Of the county.
We congratulate the committee and pas
tor for the splendid work being done.
This denomination is one of the oldest
in the county and it's membership is
composed Of a large number of our
leading people.
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Wonderful
Work at West Wins
Whole Community

The Howard Williams revival meeting
at West swung into its second week to-
day. Twice daily through last week, ex-
cept Saturday, which was rest day with
Mr., Williams and his workers, the peo-
pie came, and sat under the gripping,
searching messages of this very remark
able man. The house has been comforts
ably filled several times. Thursday
night all available space was crowded
and some left without getting in. Last
week was largely time of preparation,
breaking up the "fallow ground" as it
were. The Christians were preached to
and worked with, realizing that re-
vival must first begin with Christians,
and protesting Christians, before the
unsaved can be reached.
Mr.. Williams second Sunday in West
did not begin auspiciously. Rain fell
Saturday and Saturday night, making
the roads slick, and the clouds hung
heavily Sunday morning, keeping many
people from attending services, no
doubt, who would have attended The
school auditorium was perhaps two
thirds full for the II o'clock service.
"By the Grace Of God am What
AM" was the text announced. It was
not handled as theologian would ham
die it, but as Howard in his own pecul-
lar, practical, appealing way knows how
to handle it. II am not what have
been," "Not what l ought to be-" "Not
What I shall be" were the headings Of
his discourse. Today he flung out his
first invitation at the close of the SER
mon. The invitation was to three
classes. The unsaved who would ac-
cept Christ, the Christians who would
re-dedicate themselves, and to church
members living here, but whose men,
bership is elsewhere.
The scene must have caused rejoic-
ing among the angels. No fewer than
seventy-five, the writer feels sure, re-
sponded, accepting one of the three
propositions.
Mr.. Williams makes it plain that he
are not in earnest, urges them not to
do so, in fact. Does not unduly per-
suade them to come, but does plead with
them to let Christ into their hearts.
Just as he was giving the invitation,
the clouds which had been lowering
and threatening all the morning cleared,
and golden beams of sunshine bathed
the earth in it's radiance, emblematic
perhaps of the light that was breaking
into the souls of men long wrapped in
the darkness of sin. Who knows?
Far back from the stage toward the
door every seat was cleared for strong
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Great Baptist Revival
Opened Wednesday;
DIR. Martin, Leader

The revival at the Lexington Baptist
church began last night under the lead
ership of DIR. H. L. Martin, with huge
crowd present The subject of the SER
mon was "The Lords Prayer" this be-
ing the keynote of the meeting, letting
God lead US, and following His will.
Alvon H. Doty, song leader, was also
feature of the service, and his fine
voice is going to lend great help to all
meetings.
Special services are going to be held
all during the revival, and notably
among the ones selected is the "Ma-
sonic and Eastern Star Service" tonight.
committee has been named to handle
the members and seats reserved for
them.
Friday morning is "High School" ser
vice; Friday night. Rotary and PIT.
A." night; Saturday afternoon at the
court house is great mass meeting at
2:30. This is expected to be attended
by hundreds from all sections and vicin-
tiles.
Sunday afternoon, at the church. Il
Boys and Girls" service, and will
embrace those from 6 to 16. An Illus
trated sermon has been prepared and
olI ucuOHiAotIOuSS DOeh yOuuS anu OlO
are invited.
Monday morning honors the "Old Con-
federate Veterans" who will be the
guests and notice has been sent OUT
to this effect by Commander J. B..
Cunningham.
The personal work is under the di-
rection of Rev. E. G.. Evans, who is
doing great work and rendering the
highest possible service. Cottage prayer
meetings are held each afternoon by the
ladies, and business men of the city
are holding prayer gatherings at the
business houses.
The business houses of the city have
agreed to close for the mornings SER
vices, and placards to this effect are
to be found on all doors. Trucks have
been arranged to cover the Owens and
Tchula roads, with more to follow, it is
stated.
cordial invitation is extended by
DR.. Martin for everybody to come. He
states that you may dress up or come
in your work clothes, the same cordial
greeting is there for you, but come and
come every day.
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$4,000 Pay Day As
Bldg. & Loan Series
Will Be Paid in July

One Of the biggest pay days known in
the history of Lexington will take place
July 2, 1928, when $4,000 will be dis
tributed to 500 shareholders Of the Mis-
sissippi State Building & Loan Associa-
tion, according to Morris Lewis, presi-
dent of the company. This gigantic
distribution of money is made possible
by the maturing of Series A certifi-
Gates that will be paid upon presenta-
tion to N. B. Hooker, treasurer, on the
date mentioned above, at the Merchants
and Farmers Bank and Trust Co.
The Mississippi State Building and
Loan Association was organized in De-
cember, 1921, by Morris Lewis and as
sociates, and the organization has es-
tablished record in financial circles,
making possible the largest single dis
tribution Of savings ever known in the
county. The holders Of these certificates
represent people from all walks Of life
and vocations that have systematically
saved earnings that will pay at the rate
!! Of 7a9es compounded monthly. Aside
from icing safe Investment, the money
has helped build the community, stays
1T home and helps each one to aid the
other.
The Association has other series that
will mature from year to year now, Se-
ries B. C. D, E, F and G., being issued
and taken by the various investors of
Lexington and surrounding vicinities.
The sixth annual statement of the As
sociation was prepared by G. H. McMor-
rough. secretary, and copy may be had
for the asking. Officers of the Missis-
sippi State Building & Loan Associa-
tion are Morris Lewis, president: Dr.
A. M. Doty, vice president; N. B. Hooker,
treasurer; G. H. McMorrough, secretary;
Morris Lewis, DR.. A. M. Doty, L. E.
Barr, H. L. Nichols, W. P. Hammett,
w. L. Jordan and N. B. Hooker, direc-
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Easter Service At
Episcopal Church

An Easter service with especially
beautiful Easter music will be held at
the Episcopal church at 1880 on the
evening Of Easter Day. Rev. Duncan M.
Gray, rector, will conduct this service
and preach and the choir is preparing
a beautiful and appropriate program Of
Easter music. Mrs. C. j. Goodell will
be the soloist at this service and the
program Of music will appear in next
weeks edition Of this paper.
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vine. s. M. Stein, Bonner Richardson,
"A. H. George, J. D. Duncan, +. r. Hen
derson, J. w. George, s. L. Gwin, J. D.
Roe, F. R. Mccoy, ST., B. X. Pearce and
w. C. McBee.
Among the Lexington friends at
tending the last sad rites were Mr.. and
Mrs. A. M. Pepper, Mrs. Lille M. Dur
den, Miss Leila Stansbury, Mr.. and Mrs.
H. w. Watson, Mrs. w. M. Vincent, Mrs.
L. E. Barr, Mrs. E. H. Shaddock, Miss
Nina Shaddock, B. S. Beall, Jr., P. P.
Lindholm and N. B. Hooker.
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V. E. Williamson is planning to leave
for Memphis Saturday where he will
attend the Model Barber College for a
course in barbering. Mr.. Williamson is
tonsorial artist and his study will re-
fresh his vocation as well as serve to
adapt himself to the latest methods in
the work
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II loon Wilson,
foirlinent Banker,
Dies Monday, 26th

lIoon wilson, 49, vice president OF
R1laon Banking Company, Green
u. and one Of the outstanding bank
4 N Nississippi, was found dead on
I Y near that city Monday afternoon.
Ttk had resulted from a bullet
through the heart, probably ac-
NJ. HI body was powder burned
tnatic pistol was found on
the car beside the body.
ind relatives were deeply
ahocked and were unable
~ reason for his death. He
S9d financial condition and his
t the bank were in perfect
Sn Wilson was the son of Mr..
* N. g. A. Wilson, Of this city. He
Y banker. of unusual prominence
ab bi1ity, widely known and liked
S k01t the state. He was identified
\ ~ S40od's growth and progress
" was sought by the leading
III Of the delta. He was a
of the Episcopal church and
~ the Sons Of the American
in the state of Mississippi.
services were held Tuesday
o'clock at Ne residence
1enwood, conducted by DR..
S0pal minister, assisted by
<fSns pastor of the Presbyter-
SSEufch. Interment was at Odd Eel
Y eemetsry.
h II survived by his widow, his
a6r and mother, Mr.. and Mrs. G. A.
T..
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H. P. Chastang, Of the Chastang Con-
struction Co., Jackson, Miss, passed
through our city recently. Mr.. Chas-
tang specializes in church construction
and contemplates bidding on the erec-
ton of the local Methodist church.
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Advertiser Handles
1867 Local Names
In The Last Issue

The Advertiser is unduly proud OF
the record established in the last issue
in chronicling events, when the names
of 1867 people, locally known or known
locally, were recorded in the news and
locals of the paper. These names we're
exclusive Of any editorial mention, le-
gals, advertisements, or classifieds, and
It is believed that these figures have
never been attained before in local
weekly newspaper.
It is the purpose Of The Advertiser
to record the happenings of Lexington
and Holmes county in its news columns
and the request is standing one, when
you are asked at all times to contri-
butte items of interest to its people.
The Advertiser is your paper, and
through its circulation, the news OF
county is disseminated. Write rs, tel-
ephone as or see us when you have
news. We will appreciate it.
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tors.
sshe cffM-rs and tta company are to
be congrats3Iated upon tfcir fine record
that has made this great event possible
on July 2, 1928.
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Brownsville herald. [volume] (Brownsville, Tex.) 1910-current, 1928-07-31
NEW YORK COTTON

NEW YORK, July 3l.-R-The
cotton market opened steady today at
a decline Of l6 to 10 points, zctive
months selling 10 to 20 points net
lower under liquidation, combined
with local and southern selling en- the
relatively easy showing of Liverpool
and favorable weather reports.
The decline brought in extensive
covering or buying on scaledown or
ders which steadied the marlIt
around POPS for December and caused
rallies Of 6 or z pointr from the low
est by the end Of the first hour.
Private cables reported continental
liquidation in Liverpool absorbed by
some covering and trade calling at
the decline. and that business in cot
ton cloths and yarns was slow in de-
veloping because Of distrust IN cur-
rent prices.
A private report Placing the con-
dition of the crop at 70.3 and the in
dicated yield at 1~5,1i0.0O0 bales was
followed by active and more general
selling in the forenoon. The figures
were above expectations, and prices
broke into new low ground for the
movement, active months selling 36
TO so points net lower. December con-
tracts declined TO POLO, a loss OF
about 260 points compared with the
high price touched the end OF last
month.
Selling tapered off at these fig.
ures. but prices at midday were with
in 4 or 5 points of the lowest.
Futures closed easy 46G55 points
lower; spot quiet; middling 20.45.
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Chry Ter, Dodge
Merger Makes 3rd
BiglAutoC Combine

NEW YORK, July 3i.-tRp-A
giant new automobile corporation,
second only to the Ford company
and General Motors, comes into be.
ing through the merger of Dodgc
Bros, lac, with the Chrysler cor
poratioIt which has just been com
pleted.
The combined companies have es-
timated total assets Of 500. 000. 00o,
production capacity of 100000 cars
a year and a potential earning pow
err OF $4,000 900 to $4,000. 900 4
year. The Ford company has asset!
Of S72i.056.O00 and General Motors
S1,09s,4;7.5 SOC.
Completion of the merger cam,
ten weeks after conferences were
started between Walter p. Chrysler,
head Of the Chrysler corporation
and Clarence Dillon. head OF Dillon
Read and company. whic had pur
Used Dodge Bros, Inc, from the
widows of the founders.
Formal ratification came ysster
day, when the board of directors OF
Dodge Bros. meeting in Baltimore
were informed that 80 per cent Of
all three classes Of Dodge stock had
been deposited and they voted to &C
cept the merger plans as drawn up
by Mr.. Chrysler and Mr.. Dillon In
New York two months ago.
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Committee Will
Canvass Returns
aturday,Aug 4

Official returns from the democrat
ic primaries Of Saturday will be can
vassed by the Cameron county demo-
cratic committee Saturday morning,
August 4, at which time all candi-
dates receiving a majority will re-
ceive certificates Of nomination, and
the ballot for the run-off primary on
August 25 made up.
The county convention will be held
Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the
district court room TO elect delegates
to the district and state conventions.
The republican county convention
will be held at the same hour at the
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce.
Owing to the close race for second
place in the contest for sheriff much
interest attaches to the official count.
w. F. Brown is leading his closest
opponent, S. NJ. Jester, only twelve
votes, according to the unofficial
count. and there may be some varia-
tion in the figures on the official
count. Rumors that a recount Of bal
lots would be demanded were denied
By interested candidates.
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NOV. 27-DEC.1
DATE OF FAIR
Plan to IJs> Monday to
Prepare For Open
ing Tuesday

HARLINGEN, July 31.-Dates Of
the Valley Mid-Winter Fair have
been definitely set as Tuesday, No
vember 81, to Saturday, December /,
inclusive. and the Valley Fair time
is thus cut down from sven TO five
days, Il was announced here Mon
day.
The announcement was made by
John T. Floore, manager, after a
conference with Sam Bolts, presi-
dent of the fair association. Mr..
Bolts last week discussed the ! after
with members Of the advisory loard,
and practically all members favored
the new plan.
This will leave Monday. November
rs, for fair officials and others to
get everything IN readiness, and on
the opening day. Tuesday. the fair
will be ready for the ro- ds. If
we have everything in place. all ex-
hibits arranged. IL will be worth the
extra day because Of the different
appearance it will make" Mr.. Floore
said.
Preparations for the Valley event
are being pushed forward rapidly as
the committee members and depart
ment heads in all parts of the Val
SY begin organization of their
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INOURVALLEY
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and help business by increasing
window shopping"
Point out thu the city is about
to give a three-cent rate for semi
public lighting, which means cleo
trio signs and display windows.
Just how that will be worked out,
by separate meters or otherwise, has
not been determined.
.
HOUSTON CHRONICLE comments
as follows on the race Of John N,
Garner:
aside from the victory for Dan
Moody, the most welcome verdict
rendered Saturday probably was that
by the Valley citizens and their
neighbors in voting confidence in
John Garner. He will be the demo
cratic leader ~ the next congress
whether as speaker or the house OF
as chief Of the minority.
"He has been opposed strongly by
out-of-state influences. but appar.
emily these made little impression
on his home people. Texas as q
whole certainly has reason to com
mend the voters Of Mr.. Gamers dis
trict. They have kept an outstand-
ing Texan in the forefront"
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ESQ STRIKERS
Held IN RIOT
Being Tried Tuesday
After Pep Session
Held In Jail

NEW BEDFORD. Mass, July a.
R)-Weary and hoarse after a night
of confinement at police headquarters
where they sang and cheered almost
continually, ESQ textile strikers ar
rested yesterday afternoon and last
night went into district court today
for arraignment. All we're charged
with rioting.
National guardsmen called out to
aid police when a crowd Of 10000
strikers and sympathizers threatened
to storm the central police station to
release the prisoners had been with
drawn to the state arn.ory.
Mill gates were sparsely picketed
today with the exception of the Whit
man mill where the disturbance start
ed yesterday. At that mill a line Of
several hundred pickets we're on duty
and a crowd Of over 1000 looked on.
Still defiant, as they were when
they picketed enmasse at mill gates
last night contrary to police wishes,
the strikers, 81 of them women. tried
hard today under the handicap of
physical exhaustion, 20 carry or the
militant spirit.