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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1930
Page
2
The page notes obituaries and notices, with classifieds rates and Associated Press policy. A humorous editorial bit about a Detroit wife and her husband’s smoking ends with the line about lack of organization and sympathy in a light tone. The fragment reflects a newspaper page combining notices, ads, and a brief joke.
The piece argues for a Senate inquiry into the Federal Council of Churches and the Methodist Board of Temperance, Prohibition and Public Morale for alleged efforts to influence legislation. It frames Prohibition as a religion, notes alleged interference with federal appointments and justice, and condemns church involvement in politics as unconstitutional. It also recalls financier Arthur W. Cutten vowing to track down 1922 robbers who stole 22000 in cash and jewelry, with five caught so far.
Twenty years ago The Eagle reported the Baptist Young People's Union state meeting planned for Dothan on April 13 and 14. Other items noted included a fire wagon parade, editor W T Hall at a Shriners convention, work on the Vicksburg to Cowarts road, and a Bainbridge visit by Mr and Mrs J N Blaum.
The code of morele, crafted by Elder Will Hays for the motion picture industry, drew praise from many papers but the New York World questions its motives and moral scope. It argues true harm lies in materialism and profit driven by magnate control, not just censorship of sexual content. The piece cites the World’s view that Hollywood’s wealth corrupts taste and popular integrity more than lurid scenes do, a critique framed around moral leadership and industry power.
A compact ponderous note on sayings and opinions covering temperament temperance humor and social mores. It touches on alcohol, pollution of industry, hypocrisy and self reflection with aphoristic swings and sly wit. It reflects a period voice with casual moralizing and cultural references.
Chester A. Wynne, 30, born in Omaha, Nebraska and a Baptist, becomes the new coach of the Alabama Institute. He is unmarried and will be paid $12,000 annually. The Talladega Daily Home notes his arrival and plans to live in Alabama.
The Philadelphia Record questions why officers easier target a pint than a truckload of liquor. The piece argues enforcing law against the poor and obscure costs less, provokes fewer enemies, and contrasts small-scale raids with vast shipments that evade scrutiny.
A Thomasville Times-Enterprise opinion piece argues that two human brains are wasted when unused and that prejudice harms the heart and drains the mind, framing the moral failing as a social issue.
The Raleigh News and Observer quotes Doheny’s post acquittal note to Fall, asking if both deserved conviction and noting Fall betrayed a sworn trust. The item highlights questions of justice and trust in the case context.
The Fifth Avenue building offered bachelor rooms with a single floor closed to men after a lease, as the landlord faced a split choice on guest policy. In tidier news, the Havemeyer estate auction in New York will auction 2000 objects from the sugar magnate collection, with many paintings and fine items to Be sold at auction while the furnishings fetch modest resale value.
The piece notes large repeal votes in the Literary Digest and Savannah Morning News polls, suggesting voters see ten years as enough to test constitutional liquor laws. It argues many favor non constitutional controls, with amendments easier to adjust as experience dictates. It questions whether evils from prohibition will continue or peak if prohibition remains.
In a Washington letter Charlie Abernethy representative from North Carolina's third district recalls a party encounter with a woman who urged abolishing Congress because it always targets the District of Columbia. He later asked for an explanation on the floor when the district appropriation bill was discussed.
Members of the appropriation committee vented about the District of Columbia in a long discussion. Simmons of Nebraska joked about Congress not running the district on a grand enough scale. Abernethy and Holaday of Illinois voiced frustration at congressional scrutiny and DC’s governance.
Grover Whalen, New York Police Commissioner, warns the New York Chamber of Commerce about Reds plans to seize control of the United States. The piece notes other Republicans and officials who similarly focus on Reds rather than on Harding era issues or unrelated scandals.
Mississipp i Bulletin reports Cowboy Morris has his cigarette lighter working again and can light it with a single match.
At a political convention delegates debate keeping sobriety to vote for reelection endorsements of prohibition. The Roanoke Times notes this ongoing struggle as a core issue and political dynamic.
Dayton News reports Canada will assist the United States in keeping Yquor out of its borders, with Canada aiming to protect its tourism sector while maintaining cross border ties. The piece notes the cooperative stance amid regulatory and trade considerations.
Baltimore Linthicum of Maryland pledges to defend his city against the District of Columbia, praising Baltimore as its tireless advocate in the house. Abernethy and Holiday weigh cooperations with Congress amid criticism and committee scrutiny.
An aviation era discussion cites a prototype safety razor as a turning point in shaving. The dialogue notes the shift could be revolutionary though the demonstration hints at some bloodless risks.
Ed gar Wallace notes a two month holiday during a period when 14 966 books were published in the British Isles. The Detroit News highlights the remarkable productivity for a single author during that time.
Measles appeared in Fiji in 1775 and within five months killed more than a quarter of the population. The disease commonly affects the young, weakening victims and leading to complications like broncho pneumonia, which causes most measles deaths. Recovery blood serum from survivors or parents can lessen attack severity in susceptible children.
Miss Annie Key and Estelle Whatley spent Saturday night with Miss Lucile Murphy. Fred Gilley is improving at home. Miss Trudy McIntyre of Pleasant Plains weekend with Miss Alma Holmes. Irene Gamble and Minnie McIntyre visited Elma and Esther Burnham Sunday. Orestus Burnham of Webb stayed with his parents. Ralph King of San Diego is visiting relatives. M Gilley of Monopolee came home to attend a sick brother. Ree Forrester of Webb Rt 1 weekend guest of Blanche Owens. They head to Chattahoochee Monday to work in a department store. Mrs Jim Windsor near Lio comb visiting daughter Mrs R A Bridges. John Whitehead’s friends regret to learn he is ill. Mr and Mrs C C Murphy and sons were guests of Mr and Mrs O F Wade on Sunday. Mrs J A Hedges and daughter Mary Lou visited relatives on Columbia Route Saturday. Mr and Mrs W M Key of Webb Route 1 were guests Sunday of Henry Wade. Mr and Mrs Ed Wade and Mrs E D McEntyre were guests of Mr
The piece describes Betty’s early isolation in a city apartment and sudden immersion among neighbors. She becomes a bully to a nearby 3-year-old, pushing, taking toys, and dumping water. After forming friendships with peers her own age, she gains security and stops targeting the younger child.
Overnight dispatches show Democratic senatorial candidate Lewis vows to push prohibition as a central issue against Mrs. McCormick. Other items note Hoover designating May Day as child health day, teleview demonstrations in New York, Youngstown Bethlem merger ballot counting, padlock suits against Cornish Arms and a hotel manager, Heflin calling for Raskob resignation, Edward 8 France elected president of Boston and Maine, and tariff talks on watches clocks bentwood furniture and sineeres.
Mary Grobe writes about a family moment as John and Peggy invite a friend for a playful sleigh ride at dusk. The scene captures a simple afternoon of children sledding together, sharing smiles and a sense of wonder in a quiet setting.
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