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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1910
Page
2
The author laments how quickly public admiration fades for heroes like Dewey, Hobson, and Cook, noting how names once hailed fade from memory as new achievements arise. He argues for sustained respect and recognition beyond fleeting headlines and public celebration.
A reflective note on aging public figures and fading fame. The piece muses that popular idols do not endure like the dawn after Elba, suggesting the press no longer maintains a news bureau for the once celebrated figure. It frames contemporary heroes as fragile as light frost.
Alabama editors criticize the Atlantic Coast Line promotional folder for omitting Alabama from its illustrated overview of the route from Richmond to St Petersburg. They note Alabama land and farms could benefit the road through agricultural settlers and cheaper lands, urging editors along the line to contribute copy next time.
Hettie Green has a son in Texas and a peculiar need for a haulage contractor weighing around three hundred pounds. A recent campaign saw a republican shift, with the governor appointing him to an honorary post, perhaps a colonelship. The governor’s pick allows a new uniform purchase if needed, while his mother in New York is said to carry sacks of Breen goods and cash to seize bargains in railroads or banks.
The writer muses that a man once smitten by politics should settle into a different life and not return to business. He argues that not enough politicians come back to make the game worthwhile and implies the need for a fresh path after public service.
The text speculates that Old Joe Cannon will retain influence for about a month longer. It suggests once he steps back he may need two modern vacuum cleaners to remove dust from the back of his pants, a vivid, humorous image of lingering impact.
Local agricultural notes urge growers to prioritize the Houston county yam crop amid statewide harvest, highlighting climate resilience and market timing for Alabama yams. The item stresses specific county naming to guide shipments and pricing expectations.
A brief quip notes that wealthy men guard their silicon wealth from cooling, suggesting frugality or stealth in maintaining value. The line reflects a witty take on moneyed tech figures and the idea of keeping assets hot.
Dothan Land and Development Company markets multiple properties under value. Listings include 800 dollar invested lots near a new high school, a 9x room residence on South Applecree street at 1600 dollars, and an elegant seven room house on East Main street priced at 5000 dollars. Also offered are 160 acres of land near city limits at 25 dollars per acre before December 15, plus 200 plus Houston county farms for sale.
Pat Brackin and Shelton Hunt er of Ozark visited Dothan on Sunday. Isla Cotton returned to Headland to resume duties after a short visit. R. B. Stokes and daughter Jamnita from Abbeville spent yesterday in the city. C. C. Speight of Ozark was in Dothan for business this morning.
J. W. Cassady from Bainbridge visited the city this morning for business. W. M. Johnson of Blakely was in the city yesterday evening for unspecified reasons.
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