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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1932
Page
3
Today in New York open high low and close values appear with miscellaneous figures for May July October December contracts. Market data includes price points across several months with figures for Michigan and percentages among listings.
Gene Sarazen, holder of the American and British opens, failed to qualify for the Metropolitan District PGA tournament at St Paul after a strain filled tour and a late playoff for the spot. Lacey, who had qualified, stayed in contention and Sarazen did not step aside. Sarazen hoped to add a PGA title to his Open crowns, aiming for a grand slam similar to Bobby Jones in 1930.
Hartsville Alabama August 11 The AP reports Senator Cecil Brown saying the upcoming legislative session starting August 16 offers a chance to lift Alabama from a financial rut through a program of reduced expenditures and increased revenues. He warns that failing to act will mark the legislature as the most criticized in Alabama history.
Four senior State Department officials known as the Big Four guide U S policy in China Europe South America and other conflict areas. Secretary Stimson underscores adherence to pacts outlawing aggression while Undersecretary Castle stands as a policy pillar. Carr White and Horn Beck bring decades of service and regional focus to Latin American Far East and general diplomacy.
New Orleans dated August reporting aftereffects of favorable news on cotton prices and market sentiment. The column notes varied responses across regions, with references to shipments, potential settlements, and notable activity affecting futures, prices, and trading interest. Several named entities appear in relation to market commentary and political context shaping cotton trade.
MONTGOMERY Ala Aug 11 AP Representative J H Lovelace of Dadeville predicts the legislature will swiftly readjust Alabama finances during the extraordinary session set for August 16 He said the state faces a crisis not seen since reconstruction and urged a speedy sound program prioritizing the financial footing over disputes over sales tax income tax and salary cuts
The Florida crop is estimated at 20 million bales this year, compared with 43 thousand bales in 1933. The outlook is 52 percent of normal, with per acre yield pegged at 105 pounds versus 175 last year. The 1932 national crop is 11.306 million bales, down from 17.095 million in 1931.
Dothan and nearby-area residents attended a P T A mass meeting on Dothan Saturday. The report lists attendees including Mrs. L. D. Barnett Miss Maud Lee Miss Lela B Kennedy and several other locals. Also noted are birthday party gatherings church and Sunday school events plus visits among families in the area with names such as Flowers Howard Nichols Reeves Harrington Todd and McDonald recorded.
A public speech outlines a plan for reform to curb traffic evils, favoring state and local leadership while preserving constitutional protections. The speaker emphasizes avoiding the saloon return and calls for practical measures guided by American statesmanship, delivered after a Dothan visit last week. The passage also notes local social updates including visits, a funeral, and sports events in the area.
Robert Buck an 18 year old American flyer set a new record for a staged flight from Newark New Jersey to Mexico City His total time 24 hours five minutes He landed at Central airport Mexico City at 1 08 pm after stops in Richmond Spartanburg Montgomery New Orleans Houston and Brownsville en route from Tampico the final leg covered about 225 miles in two hours four minutes
Amateurs drew 30,000 fans to a Cleveland stadium triple header, surpassing the previous 20,000 best as Johnny Risko defeated Mickey Walker. Proceeds funded equipment for 170 Class F youth teams, officials for Class B squads, and field injury costs. A 9 year old in St. Louis suburb was electrocuted while reaching for a bird’s nest near a transformer.
English fans hail 20 year old Welsh heavyweight Petersen as a future world contender after rapid rise in British titles. Reporters compare him to Georges Carpentier, noting his early pro steps and confident, crowd-pleasing style. Petersen’s background includes training in Wales and links to boxing circles in Britain as he eyes American appearances.
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