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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1929
Page
6
City officials consider eliminating left hand turns on main downtown streets to relieve congestion. No council action yet as a traffic plan is developed. Officials note the change would burden motorists but appears the most logical step for now. Other ideas remain under discussion with no immediate decision.
Chicago reports Middle West Utilities study attributes growth of small towns to broader distribution of electrical power, automobiles, and high municipal taxes. Investigators note historic industrial concentration in large cities stems from access to transport and power facilities provided by major centers.
After a sharp market drop, stock prices rallied but soon fell again as the New York Federal Reserve raised the discount rate from five to six points. Panicky investors dumped holdings, incurring heavy losses across the trading day. Italy reports 1928 unemployment down thirty three percent due to a large public works program, especially road building.
The Graf Zeppelin on its first world flight is over half way across the Atlantic and is expected to reach its home port by Saturday night or Sunday morning. Radio reports indicate the airship is nearing the English coast as Friedrichshafen prepares for its arrival.
New York August 9 cotton futures opened barely steady with early quotes: October 18.22, December 19.49, January 18.51, March 18.72, May 18.85.
Albert Puschku, 17, stowed aboard the Graf Zeppelin hoping for heroism. He was held for deportation after the flight and may face up to a year in prison and a heavy fine in Germany. The staged photo was taken at the immigration detention house in Gloucester, New England.
The Governor of Figida grants a hearing for Howard Hood and Geury Pennington, accused Cotton word bank robbers, held today in the Governor’s office. Lawmen differ on outcome though identification by the bank cashier may carry the state's testimony. The men resist extradition and, if denied, will be brought to Dothan for trial.
In Florida, reports say Howard Hood and Grad Pennington held at Bonifay on request of Alahana authorities in a Cottonwood bank robbery were to appear before the Governor for a hearing on estrition papers. efforts to locate the hearing were hindered and both the Governor and Attorney General were out of the state.
Advices to the Reno News Agency from Manchuria indicate new outbreaks with definite danger of serious development. Reports say a squadron of heavy bombers from Matsivekaya direction has been heard since seven this morning and armored cars maneuvered near the border alarming inhabitants.
Garfield and wife have purchased the grain elevator and feed mill from J. Daring. The deal, confirmed Thursday, will modernize the plant with new machinery to double capacity and enable purchases from farmers across three states. The Garfields plan to supply high grade locally manufactured feed and expand the market for regional farm products.
The American Legion plans a preconvention meeting at Athlete Arena tonight. Organizers hope to finalize plans for the state convention and district candidates while urging strong local attendance. The session begins at 8 PM with arrangements to be discussed by those in charge.
The Cedar Springs revival led by Rev. F W OMsithew and Trev. McAught last week drew twenty men to confess faith, with sixteen baptized and four later. The event described as the greatest Cedar Springs revival in years. Also notes on US imports from Britain at £27,120,000 yearly.
Crowd gathers as workers tighten fittings on the Graf Zeppelin at Lakehurst. A large airship is shown with its hydrogen passages amid preparations for what will be a historic attempt to circle the globe.
Veronica Seabroke captivates Tom Grenofen in a swift tale set around Roger Pell and a buried treasure at Newplace Abbey. The story blends escape, pursuit, and a dramatic murder mystery with vivid characters and danger across England and France.
Fire damaged a garage on Alice Street as local residents report a small blaze near the Leading Loop. Witnesses describe several warm areas and a rapid response by nearby teams, with no injuries or further spread noted.
A garbled report notes an official and traffic manager named in Georgia city events. Details are incomplete but suggest a formal visit or inspection taking place in the city with payment or cash handling mentioned.
Readable text notes the debut of Hubbell’s brother with a brief mention of Merritt and Sept dates. The fragmentary OCR mentions a family connection and a debut event but lacks clear details or context.
Officials in charge of the city tennis meet plan prize awards for winners. The event will be held next week with both boys and girls competing. A committee is formed to oversee the prizes and ceremonies.
City records indicate rising license numbers amid shifting commerce. An official report highlights expanded activity across sectors with new permits issued and expected tax contributions.
County head board receives suggestions from the grand jury regarding the courthouse condition and potential actions. Judge Garry F. teetie outlines improvements and expresses uncertainty about approval processes while noting concerns about abuse and abstention in votes.
In Chester a gypsy crone allegedly cursed the county jail after a jail break attempt. Sheriff J. Ho Heise and Deputy Walter Mann were killed, Sheriff J. Roy Edminton died from complications, Deputy J. C Krtt was badly hurt, and Mrs. ML UD. Palmer died following an operation.
Exalted Ruler of the Elks in a Florida town initiated an investigation into a claim that a stallion was harmed by confinement. A conference of involved parties reviewed the matter and traced the events to determine responsibility.
Fragmentary report notes a Sunday afternoon event at the county house starting at two o clock with planned use of a bell and baton in a ceremonial setting. Specific names, places, and final details are unreadable in the supplied OCR.
A chaotic scene at a labor clash ends with a striker shot as a crowd surged toward a bus carrying scabs. Police reported injuries and initiated crowd-control measures amid heightened tensions at the site.
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