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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1931
Page
2
A fragment from Point Barrow reports unusual whispers about Associated Prop e women. The brief item hints at rumor and local gossip rather than verifiable fact, mentioning wives and a possible explanation without naming individuals or actions.
Historical OCR fragment from The Dothan Eagle contains garbled lines and interleaved phrases about figures such as Lindbergh and Jefferson. The readable portions include scattered names and quotes, but there is no coherent event or clear report to summarize into a single news item.
A fragment from a 1930s bulletin recalls highway fake hitchhikers in the American Southeast and a playful scene with a character nicknamed Slim and children in a staged skit. The tale touches on road risks and a light stage interaction with a colonel figure engaging the audience.
August 13 1931 report notes fruit glut in Baltimore with bananas sold for 28 cents per carload. Steamers are dumping cargoes to curb spoilage as traders face oversupply and shipping holds reveal low demand for fruit bound for the USA.
Fragmented note discusses Batchelor and themes of church membership and gender roles. Mentions Ford era terms and social observations with unclear syntax and several disjointed phrases. Little coherent narrative persists beyond a few pointed lines about endings and enjoyment of comedies.
In Dothan 20 years ago a meeting of fire insurance agents discussed city water supply with daily reuse over 410 000 gallons. Agents urged 540 000 gallons daily for fire protection while several locals faced government land lawsuits dating back over 25 years. Residents hosted events at the home of Mr and Mrs Harrison and Miss Florence Ellis planned a social in honor of Miss Minnie Kincey. Ruth Oppert’s infant died at home on West Cranford Street. Coral reef discovery reported on a Pennsylvanian mountainside by state college geology students near Bedford Springs and the old Lincoln Highway.
A New York cab driver found jewels valued between 175000 and 200000 dollars in a passenger’s taxi. He returned the gems to the owner and reportedly received a reward of 2500 dollars, far from the usual thanks. The item reflects an extraordinary show of integrity by a driver named Riplevi.
In Porto Rico the dry question remains unresolved as Felix Cordiva Davila argues the island should vote to end Prohibition. He notes the 18th Amendment does not apply there and cites continued liquor issues, tax impacts, and bootlegging pressures. He warns Congress may authorize another local vote to reflect islander sentiment.
An 1882 Dateline letter from Dothan Alabama humorously observes local neglects of weeds on Ruth Street and civic officials amid a quizzical blend of gossip and satire. It mentions Chief of Police warnings, potential arrests for property owners, and neighborly squabbles over street use and municipal duties. The piece also riffs on Port Angeles and Seattle travel fragments, finishing with a mock progress in education jab about Latin and handwashing.
A collage of odd clippings covers varied topics. Notes on horse meat shipped to France amid tuberculosis claims, biologist musings on blushing poles, a cheeky ad for a youngster’s escort service, and a quip about feminine adaptability reflecting social stereotypes.
This piece discusses whether soap and water harm skin life. It notes mild soap is safe for most if skin is not dry or irritated, while very medicated soaps or excessive washing can cause problems. For dry skin use almond oil after washing. oily skin may need careful cleaning to avoid pimples and blackheads.
Talks to parents laments summer boredom and lack of camps for American children. Dr Kilpatrick urges well equipped camps and all day school programs to provide outdoor learning. Local social notes list visitors and travels of residents, with a death and other updates.
Peggy and John learn a new word and recall sailing the esmes with the Little Black Clock. The clock explains how winds shape the sea, turning back time to judge trade winds and ancient sailing, while the voyage shifts to an old vessel under olden sail.
Chipley and nearby communities record a flurry of guests and visitors as Dr Amos Bowen and Marthe Bowen Ivey return from Miami. W M Christmas of Dothan travels Sunday, Sheriff H M Farrow makes a trip to Dothan, and Clyde Brown visits from Bonifay. Local residents hosting relatives include Misses Rice, Hanson, and Woodall.
Washington report details a bitter feud between Senator Schall and Senator Mitchell over a federal judge vacancy in Minnesota. The piece notes Hoover era politics, potential implications for a Supreme Court appointment, and contrasts the two men’s personalities and backgrounds.
A fragment describes a tense scene in Central Park where a large animal, possibly a tiger or similar predator, prowls near visitors. The account notes crowds, a witness with a girl nearby, and the animal gnawing at something as onlookers react, with tension and unease rising among the parkgoers.
A chaotic scene unfolds as a spectator sticks a removed barrier, taunts a lion in its cage, and is restrained after attempting to grab a bone. The incident fuels talk about safety at performances and reflects mounting public appetite for distractions beyond the main act. The article then shifts to a discussion of bass viol players, citing Deems Taylor and Willie Percival Monge, with various international references and questions about availability of players from different regions.
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