Dothan Eagle article on 1928 political views and figures
A fragment from the Dothan Eagle recalls Eugene Stutts of the Slocomb Observer and J. P. Mitchell of the Headland Wiregrass Farmer discussing Catholic officeholders and Gov. Smith. Stutts says he would rather be right than president, while Mitchell notes Stutts has a better chance to be right.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eugene Stutts
Slocunb Observer
J. P. Mitchell
Farmer
Supeport
Smith
Observer
Stulty
Boosters Publicize Greater Rockford Efforts in Flight Plan
The Boosters of Rockford built a plane named Greater Rockford to promote their town. The first test crashed six miles from the craft, narrowly missing death. A second attempt sent pilots toward the North Atlantic, with ongoing searches and widespread attention from Associated Press wires.
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Rockford
Iit
Greater Rockford
Sweden
Pirote
North Atlantic
Greater Rockfort
America
Europe
Free ad for Brother Bob Jones in Headland speech
A local column hails Brother Bob Jones while recounting his denied use of Headland Methodist Church for political speech and failed bid for the town park. The piece links opposition by the Headland United Daughters of the Confederacy to political messaging and notes he will speak in Dothan Friday at the City Auditorium. It urges readers to contribute to his college fund and parries his broader mission with satire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Jones
Headland
Bob
Gov. Smith
White charges and countercharges in Smith campaign
William Allen White, editor of the Emporia Gazette, faces criticism as he is accused of slander in a dispute over Gov. Smith’s record on gambling, prostitution, and open saloons. Smith replies by citing the full New York Legislature record and denounces White’s charges as cowardly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Allen White
Emporia
Kans
Gazelle
Europe
Too
Smith
Caller
New York
Hughtering
White
Gov. Smith
Cable
Kansas
Dahtor
Wate
Uninteresting Views on The Perfect Man And More
A syndicated editorial critique questions the appeal of perfection in men and women, mocks certain voting slogans, and lampoons early discussions of gender, tolerance, and protection laws with satirical asides on public figures and political ideas. The piece touches on Columbus, religion, and the evolving stance on women and crime in a skeptical editorial voice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tandem
Backedtingly tale sparks odd party labels
Confused fragment mentions groups named WT Saath kinedors and Herb Hoover hawse thieves. Readers infer a tongue in cheek or satirical notice about belonging to two quirky factions. No clear event or persons confirmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herb Hoover
Fragmented random views and editorials on politics and society
A garbled feature combines random views by Thomas Musing, political preacher tensions, and reflections on editors, crime costs, and human nature. It includes remarks on Dr Campbell as finance officer, a 45 year old woman sighting, and a poem about a heroic soldier, with scattered musings on independence, argument, and editorial influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lupas
Campbell
Gnance
Legion
Jack
New York
Fragmented text reflects linguistic contrasts and cultural notes
The fragment discusses a mix of languages and phrases, noting Spanish word lament and English equivalents. It references a dated, varied meditation on customs, daily life, and historical imagery, touching on hunting, meals, science, and the concept of tomorrow amid scattered notes.
Why Strong Men Go Mad in Dog Bays Bridie Luncheon Hostess
Mrs Harry Hall hosted a Bridie Luncheon for houseguest Miss Martha Kern of Troy Tuesday morning. The entertaining rooms were decoratively adorned with Dublin and Vosges. High score prize went to Miss Litlian Pail and consolation to Miss Geraldine List. The guest list included numerous local names and Jacksonville resident Dorothy Perkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Hall
Martha Kern
Troy
Litlian Pail
Geraldine List
Miss Kern
Marjorie Jones
Mis. Hall
Miss Keen
Helen Hall
Janice Ward
Mary Bentley
Lillian Fail
Neva Smyth
Geraldine Lisenby
Dorothy Perkins
Jacksonville
Flo
Tee Wyatt Harris
Carolyn Stapleton
Francis Bates
Martha Wynn
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