22 Apr 1914
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1914
Page
1
A report from Washington dated April 22 claims that General Arnold Shanklin and O Shaughnessy were assassinated in Mexico City. Officials Bryan and Brat dismissed the claim and sought verification from the Canadian consul at Vera Cruz after not receiving response.
The Eagle rejects confirmed details of the murder investigation involving O Strangtinescy and Comal Gemeer al Aeneid Hankin. International News Service and Green in Montgomery note no revision of the original report. A life sentence for a Calhoun County case has been pardoned due to ill health.
The Swan show drew a large crowd with Weary Wil and a wholesome comedy that told an engaging story. Tonight the Swain company presents Tabmoel with popular prices and the cant, featuring several principal artists, plus a minstrel act and a chorus. Doors open at 7:20.
Reports say miners clashed with militia in a marked confrontation beginning early this morning. Heavy fighting described with several deaths and numerous troops involved as authorities report attempts to seize wires and curb news dispatches.
Notice states that there will be no prayer meeting at the First Baptist church tonight.
A Black man reported a painful head blow and an appearance-related gash in the neck after an incident at a physician’s office this afternoon. He identified Gur Holland and Walter Carter as the assailants and said the attack injured several people.
Atlanta April 22 hearing of Lowe motions for a new trial for Leo T Frank was postponed due to the death of Herbert Huss. Burns declared Frank’s guilt will be proven in Hunary. case adjourned until May in Birmingham. Miners piloting telegraphic demand to Alabama delegation urging federal action to halt violence by militia in Colorado.
Local rumors claim W J Heniroe removed a postman at the Dothan post office amid controversy. Washington remains silent as officials confirm Mr Kentroe is in charge though details are unclear. Reporters attempted to verify with office staff who stated Kentroe heads operations.
A strange item from the Ladies' Home Journal recounts a cook hiding meat, a veal piece tipping ten pounds, a cat involvement, and a bewildering claim about stolen meat. The odd tale questions propriety and food ethics in a dated domestic setting.
A garbled exchange hints at fashion trends and a delayed window display. The article notes a lack of official information on a postoffice controversy with Weehing Yon officials slow to act, mentioning Robert Hordby and Mrs Ren in a cryptic context.
The readable fragments reference President Wilson, a recall of a war declaration, Admiral Hedger, and scattered mentions of Allied and Mexican topics. The garbled text implies a wartime dispatch with uncertain details and dates, lacking clear actions or outcomes.
A swarm of bees settles at J A Patarman’s house in Dothan prompting evacuation plans. Neighbors may host a honey gathering but Pateman declines suggesting the bees want a partial move. Authorities report the bees roamed to a hollow tree while residents inspected the scene and considered safety.
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