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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1914
Page
3
In Dothan a murder leaves residents wary as the town’s reputation grows darker with violence against police. The Times Gazette and Opelika News urge juries and citizens to push for change, noting past elections failed to alter city leadership and crime remains a pressing issue.
A historical notice urges strict isolation of children after scarlet fever and measles to prevent contagion. It argues for extended quarantine during illness and after recovery, warning that returning to class too soon strains eyes and may cause prolonged eye fatigue or other complications. It emphasizes careful timing and rigid adherence to health guidelines.
The note speaks of Holiday toys and dolls with practice aid for Christmas. It mentions Red Front around the state and urges buying toys and gifts priced within reach for all readers.
The department warns that certified white seed potatoes packed in sacks must meet federal inspection standards and be free from disease. Growers are urged to avoid selling bulk table potatoes as seed, as mixed quality risks spreading diseases. certified seed supply in Maine remains ample with prices down, encouraging proper planting stock.
Weekly News Letter reports department stock in holiday sale at BeloS store. Regular $1.00 solid gold child ring offered for 50c at Etricklands, with emphasis on savings. Government agricultural mentions appear as a minor note in the chaotic copy.
The county agent aims to promote profitable farming by linking capital, labor, and services to improve farm profitability and household conditions. It envisions enabling farmers to invest wisely, receive fair rewards, and access essential conveniences for education, housing, and family well being in a community setting.
A fragmented notice references Strickland Jewelry Co and an odd shopping hat prompt. The garbled text lists Sausage Pure and ranniely savage with pork and a phrase Stnekerk Uissery unnery Ca. 1 nmi.
Classifieds and notices offer assorted items for sale rental and services. Listings include jewelry sales, Christmas gifts, cleaning services, laundry offers, and household goods with prices and contact hints from local merchants and residents in Dothan area.
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