12 Aug 1914
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1914
Page
1
Allied dispatches describe German forces massing at the Alsace border and moving toward Liege with heavy artillery. French troops claim victories along the Alsace frontier while both nations prepare for broader engagement as Austrian forces advance.
Rome reports Austria will pay indemnity to Italy for bombardment damage to Italian battalions. Dispatches say two Austrian brigades to compensate, averting potential war with Russia. French and Belgian forces engage Germans near Givet as French cavalry defeats Nerwan forces near Tone.
A Dothan letter from a concerned mother urges residents to restore order after a series of crimes including arson and theft. She appeals to fathers and officials to enforce laws, remove ineffective leaders, and circulate petitions for independent candidates. The writer warns of a potential revolution if action is not taken.
The commissioners court eyed jail funding and a new bridge over Rosey Creek between Cottonwood and Granger. Plans call for districting and bids for the bridge while debate continues on jail location and costs. Mrs. J. W. Baughenat departed for a short trip to Washington.
Fragmented OCR text describes farming DEA, controversial war news, arson cases, and local tragedies. Mentions Mrs McNeil wife of pastor from Poster Street Church, an accident where she tripped on a rag, and questions about recovery and relief amid the Holl visitation.
Report details a scaffold collapse injuring multiple men including AJ M. Sintmann and Glen Bael. The incident disrupted a workday as rescuers and bystanders aided injured workers. Authorities are reviewing the scene and evaluating safety measures after the fall.
Fragmented war update notes Austria’s forces near Mulhausen and Italian paper reports a German counter move. Reports claim Serbians seized Sarajeva as Montréal wires recount, with guards around a power plant in Nia. Washington briefs mention telegraph and price matters as leaders prepare for actions.
Merchandise valued at $1,600 was found in Shiver's store stock linked to Tha Shop of Quality Harford. Officials and citizens present noted an order tied to the stock. Insurance ads and unrelated names appear in the text.
Washington says orders issued to charter all available neutral ships to bring Americans home from Europe. A conference involving Georg Mary Ryan and Secretary Garrison discussed supervising the evacuation of tens of thousands of U S citizens from Europe, with Italian Spanish and Portuguese ships available and fares to be charged to those who can pay.
Woebington August 1. In the absence of official government action Secretary Dryan took the matter under consideration after a demand for censorship and wireless message control. The day before a similar request was made to the same extent.
Officials announce revision of poll tax records to remove noncitizens and those not meeting requirements. The process targets specific regions and involves county officials adjusting eligibility lists and corrections.
A negro man was shot by Officer Hornshy near the Comet Line station in Florida while reportedly attempting to stab an officer. He was seriously wounded and died later in county jail. authorities say the suspect struggled with the knife and firearm during the incident.
Manager Yarnew Ix plans renovations at the popular playhouse to cover the building and allow winter operations. The project aims to shelter the premises with a roof near the eaves and create cool, dry conditions for open hours. A bond deal has surfaced as a funding concern amid plans for a six month or longer completion window.
Police arrest a man named Culbreth in Madrid after a theft case linked to a wallet seized in Thomasville. Officers recovered 40.90 dollars believed to be the balance of the stolen sum and identified the suspect as Culbreth through statements and witnesses. The detainee was held at the police station pending further action.
A federal court orders the dissolution of the Harvest Trust. The court mandates the trust to submit to supervision, appoints a receiver, and initiates liquidation under court oversight. The decision imposes a three-department structure and directs action to unwind assets and distributions.
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