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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1908
Page
4
The notice appears from Do Than Alabama with a 1908 date noting a weekly newspaper post office class and a $1 annual subscription. It mentions Taft’s nomination and states he did not react with surprise.
Taft is described as a steam shovel union member while Kern is not in the Indiana authors association. The text hints at Georgia proposing two presidential candidates to be defeated, Tom Watson and John Teaple. It hints that money matters will loosen as cotton markets shift and notes a humorous aside about end-seat hogs and knee folding.
A difficult year hit a fruit and melon grower as markets fell due to labor troubles, though harvest yield was large. The report notes strong production contrasting with weak sales and economic pressures.
A terse note recalls the lack of witness trees and sign boards marking routes north of the Mason Dixon line and notes absence of guidance for purchasing face powders and potash.
Those who go off for their health and return, and most of them return, don't look like it's any healthier away from Dothan than it is here.
An Atlantic City report notes several women jailed recently for flirtation alleged to have led to disorder. The account describes the scene with muddy water and people passing by as evidence of the event.
The statement asserts Georgia's convict system will serve as a model following a long overdue investigation. It claims Alabama has no similar issues, but urges public vigilance.
The piece argues that as long as pistols exist and cartridges are sold, and men drink and quarrel, murder will persist. It notes the legislature fixed barrel length at two feet but pessimistically concludes criminals will still find a way to kill.
The editor extols a weekly paper that blends calls of birds and sounds of rural life with local labor and community moments. He praises how a single encounter imprints a lasting memory of hills, streams, and the town’s daily songs.
Dr Baar of Oregon coins Oxaluria a disease linked to overworked oxen, now rare after mule and forest changes. Pianolaxia follows, a nervous disorder blamed on people without musical talent who fret at neighbors playing music.
A tongue in cheek editorial mocks the Kern campaign urging facial hair changes as a policy stance. It recalls Bryan’s past influence on barber trade and jokes about shaving or trimming a vandyke to improve the candidate’s image amid political humor.
Rev. Mr. Matthews General Missioner of the Diocese of Ala. started a series of services last night on West Main Street. The public is invited to attend the gatherings and join in the religious program ongoing.
The note warns mosquitoes breed in local weeds and wet patches. It urges residents to clear weeds and grass from yards and sidewalks to improve sanitation as street crews cannot cover all premises. It calls for immediate individual effort to tidy up in one day.
District School Board chairmen of Houston County meet in Do than on the second Saturday August 8 1908 to elect a new County Board of Education. All district chairmen are reminded to attend.
Bartow Holland appeared before Judge Leslie on Thursday for the killing of Segars and was granted bail set at 2600 dollars.
Property listing for Kinsey offering a store house a dwelling and 33 acres of woodland farmland. Seller J P D Wilkerson of Columbia Alabama invites inquiries by mail or in person for bargain pricing. Contact details provided for further information.
A voice of red and white pied steers with brass tipped horns occupied a house in late June. Owner may reclaim by paying expenses and the ad fee. Contact H. T. Lane at Dothan. tf.
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