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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1907
Page
7
A detective on the West Side precinct reports three thieves who seized his pocketbook during a Broadway cab ride. The suspects allegedly removed most of his salary from the wallet and discarded it from the vehicle, while insiders laughed at the detective’s expense. Police later examined the cab route for clues.
A fragment reports a dispute where a person hits Bilkins after the cat’s yelling. coal is thrown, shattering a plate glass window, and Bilkins goes inside leaving the cat outside. The item reads like a bemused humor anecdote from a past era.
The text ponders what makes a true gentleman with lofty aims and steadfast honor. It asks readers to name a man whose life embodies these qualities, asserting such a figure earns love and loyalty, while contrasting it with a prince who actually possesses them.
In Houston County Alabama the Probate Court docket shows T J Ward as administrator seeking sale of lands to pay debts in the estate of Elizabeth Skipper with a hearing set for December 30 1907. Martha E Croom estate also notifies creditors to present claims by law or be barred, with C E Granberry serving as administrator as of November 1907.
A subscription deal lists Thos. E. Watson's Monthly Magazine and the Eagle for one year at 2 dollars. Also Watson Weekly and the Eagle at one year for 1.50 dollars. Readers are urged to send or bring cash to the office and note these publications provide engaging reading with a risk on the Eagle.
A local medical column notes services for eye tests and eyeglasses fitting at the Diseases of Eye Ear Nose and Throat clinic. The item highlights routine eye examinations and prescription spectacles for readers.
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