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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1932
Page
3
The Birmingham Post hints it would back Tom Heflin against Bankhead while Florida braces for nineteen gubernatorial hopefuls. Voters face a fog of words as candidates share speeches and positions, leaving the outcome uncertain.
The Atlanta Journal editor John Cohen is named to fill the late Senator Harris of Georgia term. Editor Clark Howell of The Atlanta Constitution had been rumored for the appointment, but Cohen gains the position amid praise for his national understanding and Democratic loyalty.
A vintage compilation of pithy maxims on loyalty, politics, truth, and human nature. The wry observations touch on friendship, public life, and social behavior, pairing humor with cautionary wisdom.
The piece reflects on Senator Heflin's defeat by a 63 to 19 Senate vote to seat Bankhead, notes Heflin's lively rhetoric and public persona, and bids Heflin farewell. It recalls Rambling Reuben's prophecy and laments the loss of Heflin's distinctive voice. It also mentions Birmingham's two to one repeal stance in the Literary Digest poll.
Short shavings note how to dodge excuses by chairing a committee and staying near the phone. Census jokes on bath habits, royal baths, and politicians mix with poems and editorial quips. The column riffs on Democrats, wary forecasts, and quirky trivia from Boston, Spain, and Alabama.
The list shows nominees for delegate at large with marks next to those who favor choosing a candidate at the Convention. Names include Arant Brandon Carmichael Evins Finnell Faulk Grant Gordon James Lynn Mallory Samford Screws and others, with X indicating preference to select a candidate there.
Twenty years ago in Dothan C A Pulley's box ball alley in Dixie burned down. U D C officials in Dothan were in Ashford presenting a program for the Dothan chapter. Dothan visitors included Mrs C S Tutwiler Mrs J T Thrasher Mrs J L Acree and Miss Delia Sanders P Fordham of Webb. Fordham of Webb was in Dothan. W W Folsom's dog was killed by an automobile on the Taylor highway. L E Gellerstedt of Troy was in Dothan. The Pathan harmony Chih was entertained by Mrs F M Jaines at her home. A F R Bush of Cottonty was in Dothan. J H Adame of Ozark was in Dothan. Alto Barnes of Dothan automobile arm was preparing to go to New York to enter the Molssant School of Asia lon to study to be an aviator. Mr and Mrs RR Rickey left for a visit to relatives in Florida. Mrs Wo W Leagan of Brand tee was the guest of Dr and Mrs OO Gact te.
A Plainview resident at the live stock show displayed a watch bearing the likeness of a Texas Jonnghorn steer and reflected on Texas cattle heritage. John M. Gist of Odessa identified the piece as John Belcher's watch, noting he worked for him fifty years ago. Two pioneer cattlemen renewed acquaintances as Houston Peet recalled past ties.
Fragmented passage mocks Gov Franklir Rersevelt and unnamed figures amid references to a forgetten man, Senate and House numbers, and a vague description of a prominent building on Pennsyl vania Avenue.
Europe tightens controls with Italy banning beauty contests while Portugal undercuts wine costs to three cents a quart. Paris firefighting unit films conflagrations for study and potential improvements, as new practices spark debate.
In a bustling New York Letter, Willam Gaines riffs on Happy Masefield a famed bass player known for his stutter and speed on the road, and pianist Alexander Kelberine born in 1903 in Kiev. The piece also cover a light fear of Sacramento area telephone numbers and a bustling antiques show with a Civil War era engraving.
Herbert Plummer notes Washington’s split loyalties between Maryland and Virginia as both offer favorite sons for the Democratic nomination. The piece details Byrd and Ritchie positions on prohibition and the constitutional path for repeal, including Byrd’s two amendment plan and Raskob’s praise, with concerns about time to ratify and practical delays.
A brief naval humorous verse notes Adam's troubles before the navy and jokes about sea life. It imagines him never seeing a raisin in gravy and uses playful naval slang to evoke service life.
In a column by Scottie McKenzie the Talladega County approach is praised for living within means and avoiding debt. The piece lauds conservative bankers, calls for budget balance, and urges leaders focused on doing right rather than seeking prestige. It notes Dothan and Sylacauga as thriving locals and mentions Dr. Dockery’s nightly sermons.
A child complains that her mother talks too much and makes her tired. The piece argues children learn best with quiet grownups and limited interference, as constant adult chatter exhausts a youngster who needs refuge, approval, and space to grow.
Mary Graham Bonner's Sundown Stories follows Surprises the Magic Maker guiding children to a Europe map showing where wild animals live. A plane lands near a meadow and the group decides their first European stop, noting deer in the north and ibex, chamois, bears, foxes, and wolves across Germany, Russia, the Alps, Pyrenees, and coastal Spain.
In Anniston Alabama two sisters Julia Sellers and Eugenia Sellers tied for scholarship honors in the high school senior class. Julia will be valedictorian and Eugenia the salutatorian. The twins share top academic honors at the upcoming commencement.
Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson in Geneva said he might continue disarmament discussions with British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald and German Chancellor Heinrich Bruening after plans for a big five conference collapsed. The delay keeps him in Geneva beyond the originally planned departure for home.
Dr Lago Goldstos explains the body is mostly water and protoplasm. He notes water equals about a third to half of body weight and is vital for chemical reactions, nutrient transport, waste elimination, and heat regulation. He warns against both dehydration and excessive water intake, especially in fever, illness, or kidney issues.
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