Houston County Commissioners Meet 1903 Proceedings Authorized
The Houston County Commissioners Court met August 20 1903 with Hon. Leslie Judge of Probate G Abalone L Brackin and others present. Actions authorized include vaccinating all in infested districts against smallpox and payment for medicines, approval of a note to First National Bank of Florence for 1000 dollars, appointment of Electors Box 2 at Clark School, and appointment of a viewing party to map road routes. Bids for court house and jail construction were rejected. bids to be reopened November 2. Bryant & Co. contracted for court and jail work. Various payments to county officials and staff were approved along with tax receipts and special tax items.
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Lieu. Leslie
G. Abalone
First National Bank of Fiothan
Miia Arate
Clark Sefeol House
Precinct
Houston County
Ala
Ren Register
Julia Atwell
Duck Rega
Mack Smothers
Walter Clark
Hartangans
Wiley Bass
New Hope Church
Geneva
Calada Road
T. Ro Atwell
Jas Pape
Das
Pepe
Jobs Fraw
John Pranklin
Deff Bax
Dannel Clark
Dan Cooper
Big Branch
Ford
Silas Clark
Wom
Atwell
Thenra
Court House
Jd. Bryan & Co
Novn
Spicy Letter From Smyrna Probes City Country Ties
A reader in Smyrna questions urban roads and bridges while lawmakers push for county improvements. The letter notes country folks attend city events yet invite city residents to join rural gatherings, urging urban voices to share perspectives on infrastructure and hospitality.
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Abe
Hfulka
Sebunl
Keeping the Gun Hardy Amid Home Life Turmoil
Fragmented readers notes recount anxious concerns about home defense and gun readiness, referencing theft fears, illness, and community sympathy. The passage blends local anecdotes about health, prayer groups, and a Kentucky tale of mistaken burglary and a fatal firing, underscoring fear and violence in everyday life.
Weather Predictions From the Weather Fore Has
A playful Times style snippet hints at weather forecasts with phrases about fair skies, light winds, and tomorrow’s outlook. The piece blends quirky diction with anticipation of an emerald valley and azure skies, reflecting a newspaper weather feature in a lively voice.
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Reed
Eagler
Emerald
Weather Forecasts and Youthful Truths in a Rainy Rhyme
The passage playfully questions weather predictions by contrasting old forecasters with youth. It notes gray skies and wet days, warns against unreliable forecasts, and urges carrying an umbrella despite confident young pronouncements. The tone echoes a humorous public notice on changing weather authority.
The Man With Out a Country at the Criterion
At the Criterion one day only the Edward Everett Hale drama The Man With Out a Country is billed as part of a promising summer season. Doors open 7 45. curtain rises promptly with a near full house expected as locals note recent court actions and travelers pass through town.
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Mina
Parish and Maynard Firm Continues Under New Leader
The firm of Parish & Maynard is dissolved by minimal consent. The firm’s assets and contracts will be settled by F. B. Slaynard who has assumed right and title to the business. All accounts and obligations will be incurred under new ownership as of August 17, 1099.
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Carrie Ho
Melton
John Harper
Merning
Fred Grow
Webb Burdeshaw
Newson
Bud Howa
Parish & Maynard
FB Slaynard
US District Court Opens as Jurors Excused and Seated
The Middle District of Alabama held court with jurors excused by Tudga Jones and Madge Thos Ui. The judge asked for valid excuses, listing jurors who were hungry, ill, or held by other duties. Grand jury members named included D. Clark, W. A. Kulley, TK Hawking, Gun Shiver, W. King, and many others, with the petit jury partially drawn and expected to proceed after newsprint.
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Sone
Debnrapy
Headland
D. & Clark
W. A. Kulley
TK Hawking
Gun Shiver
W. King
Doe Gunter
W. Smith
A A Fuller
Cawthon
Dack Foster
Win
Kennedy
Mari Setlers
W. LJ. Kenen
W. Baker
Kel. Wey
Thin Grand
Svar Iw
Didtasaeel Uelis Toe
Whatley
A. A. Jones
Watson
Bill Stephcison
W. R. Deal
D. R. Godwin
Ethridge Beery Haney
Burduahaw
Hanty Noten
Mc. Grif
Bal Trawick
Wofi
Rone Jlee
Alb
Sigyper
W. Welek
Data AL Ward
PL Pruitt
Hammond
AD Whildun
de. B. Philips
Acree
Poreman
Mr. Kenan
Geneve
Headland Ave Baptist Church Contract Reported
Mr. Davis, known locally for prior work at Mexonic Hall, has entered a contract to build Rose Church on Wentland Avenue Baptist property. Davis recently arrived from Penmacola and is a familiar figure in town.
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Mr. Davis
Penmacola
Bond Vote In Dothan Fails To Pass By Narrow Margin
The bond issue in Dothan failed to pass with around two thousand votes in opposition and a few in favor. Mr Quinn Nox, known for crafting local projects, faced opposition from some voters. R Young recently left for Oklahoma City to pursue new business opportunities, while Joe Corvanto arrived in town to take a position with Parker and Exatie.
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Dothan
Joe Corvanto
Hatchridge
Parker and
Exatie
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