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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1929
Page
6
Three gunmen seized an Illinois Central suburban train near Chicago on August 30, shot and killed the conductor, robbed the railroad cash letter of 4000, and fled by car after forcing the motorman to stop at a seldom used station. A bandit slayer was partly identified as Wee Willie Dowty, a desperado already sought for murders and robberies.
In Warsaw a new cabinet formed mainly of army representatives says it will not extend unemployment aid beyond 17 weeks. The 1924 law allowed 30 to 50 percent wages for 17 weeks, but many idle workers failed to find work and aid continued as extra support. About 105,000 unemployed were counted, with the new regulation affecting 3,000.
A luncheon at the Houston Hotel gathered about fifty representatives from Alabama and Florida banks to discuss a proposed service charge of fifty cents per month on all accounts with carry balance under 50. Most deposits fall under 50, constituting a loss to banks, leading to a possible fee to cover costs. Also noted: Australian wines in Britain rose in Q4 1928 while Portuguese brands led. Julius Caesar allegedly killed one million Gauls and imprisoned another million.
Cotton futures in New York closed easier by three to four points as the market showed a quiet lower spot tone amid thin trading, with mixed reactions from traders and observers noting limited demand and cautious selling.
County men including Asant J. Ho Witherngton and 14 farmers returned from Auburn Farm Week. Reports note strong AI programs and farmer banquets with over 1000 attendees. Monroe Bil, Geneva resident, was found drowned on the river bank at 8:20. Eye witnesses say he likely drowned while swimming. officials identify the deceased as the local Negro.
COPUMBUS OHIO A local track enthusiast and electrical engineering graduate developed a timing device for track meets based on his own experiences. The system uses an electrical contact and a sensor to record times accurately, claiming improved precision over previous methods.
The mayor and city attorney reportedly reached a two‑person agreement with the power company. The paper notes the signing may not guarantee uninterrupted power to residents in the affected area, amid questions of tenure and potential delays.
Fragmented notice mentions warrants sale action and a city event. The readable fragments indicate a sale at a property or estate with officials involved and a possible public bidding window ending this afternoon. Limited names and places are readable within the damaged text.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a report on a sports meeting in Rome involving a figure named Duce and horse or steed additions. Names and details are unclear, but mentions a seaport, units, and a competitive field.
The Dada Cat school system lists faculty for 14 elow with numerous staff across multiple campuses. Names include Glark C. Moseley, Miss Gidee Hamham, Annie Morton, Elizabeth Harleys, Elizabeth Bradford, Julia Kin through, Ruth Timmerman, Myra Nicks, Grace Flowers, Pauline Jergman, and Laura de Ferguson among many others. Schools span Dothan, Northport, Uniontown, Birmingham, and surrounding areas with principals and grade groups noted.
Contracts awarded for bank security in Georgia prompt robber arrest and a county jail work project begins. Reports describe warding and new cartel talks, with hearings scheduled as officials assess the bank incident and related investigations.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a focus on a Negro lawyer appealing to the Supreme Court. The readable bits mention Harvey, Montgomery, and a trial context with references to a court proceeding and possible transport or attendance details.
A tragic incident reports Jasper Child shot by his brother, dying before medical help could reach him. A separate note mentions a Legion meeting and rain last night, with unclear continuation due to damaged text.
Reported arrival of the Graf Zeppelin greeted by crowds and officials with ceremonial events referenced as the airship returns to its home base after a long voyage.
A chaotic scene unfolded as a girl dancer fainted while leaving the Pantages office. Police charged a minor with deceit while the theater owner denied wrongdoing and hinted at a frame-up amid juvenile protection concerns.
The Aug 9 event in Malvern Alabama drew about 1500 attendees for the closing exercise of a singing school. Student performances featured the Roney Brothers, known as the Bat County Quartet, with the school led by L S Spivey. A Sunday afternoon event at the church in September will include a concert by Cred Mumeat Conv ention.
A planned meeting about the location of a new high school has been postponed from Thursday to Friday due to bad weather. The event concerns residents of Cote Lawwand and Braave Leen and involved guidance from local officials.
A fragmented account notes stores donating tennis prizes amid a community fair. The piece mentions sponsors and a return of participants, with unclear names and dates but a general sense of charitable support and event preparation for local youth activities.
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