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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1909
Page
2
The fragmentary text discusses local life and upcoming rail service from Buffalo to Dothan, predicting the impact on nearby towns. It mentions farmers traveling to Dothan for markets, better prices, and new opportunities as electric trains and improved roads bring people and goods closer, with expectations of economic change and social movement.
The Commercial Club in Montgomery faced a months long uproar over a secretary position. After much debate Geof Weaver was elected to the role, with others like Dawe and Sines also noted. The writer urges street repairs and civic improvements to make the town feel alive in the coming weeks.
The mild past winter helped families save money on children’s shoes. Parents bought fewer pairs, extending wear and delaying new purchases, while retailers noted durable demand and overall thrift despite some brands wearing thin.
A year ago last Saturday Mr Mearle performed stunts on a high wire stretched across the street and fell, badly hurt. Around the same time Misa Taylor, a telephone operator, married him. they live in Dothan and will be seen in a local show titled The Love for His Mother at the city event this week.
In a muddled local note a jewelry shop's wife, Elizabeth, is startled by a telephone call demanding to speak to Mr HI. A tense exchange ensues as she resists, while the caller, posing as a telephonist, presses for the husband. The chaotic scene ends with a dispute about a baby and a kitten.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses a spring remedy aimed at kidney health and toning the body. It mentions stimulating other parts and improving vigor, with unclear terms and misread lines.
A polishing note explains how flexible button holes and smooth edrea on collars cuffs and shirts prevent tearing. It claims linen is returned in first class condition with an unmatched color and finish in laundering services.
An old advertisement touts Folty's Kulney Remedy claiming to correct urinary troubles, stimulate the kidneys, restore strength and vigor, and cure rheumatic pains by strengthening the joints and muscles. It suggests relief from uric acid issues and general vitality.
An advertisement touts a Spring Blood Tonic claiming to improve energy, health, and vitality for workers and homemakers. It promises that regular use strengthens blood, aids daily duties, and supports well being with morning use, priced at 75 cents to 1.00 per bottle. The copy emphasizes sincerity and public trust in the product.
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