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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1932
Page
2
A scanned newspaper fragment shows a broad page header with publication details and a proclamation about rates and notices. It includes a quotation attributed to Thomas Jefferson and mentions a subscription or publication fee of two cents. The text references the Ameisiel Prom San and a pledge of eternal hostility to tyranny, alongside typical historical legal and public notice language.
On Monday December 18, 1132 a local commentator asserts that a well regarded citizen is measured by the size of his charitable giving. The remark reflects a civic ideal emphasizing generosity as social status.
The Ways and Means Committee approves a bill to modify the Volstead Act and permit the manufacture of 3.7 percent beer, raising questions about compliance and public taste for the lighter brew.
A Birmingham News page recalls a 1917 Thanksgiving snowstorm that covered house tops for several days. The piece notes the younger generation may not remember the event and references a commemorative Geolemn set of pictures on page one.
A garbled excerpt from the Warcross Journal Herald describes a test with a dire claim and a routine morning scene. It mentions a young person, uncertain love dynamics, and a ritual involving coffee to face a winter morning, reflecting fragmented prose from an old newspaper page.
Four hundred office workers in Cincinnati commit to boycott French origin products due to France delaying debt payments. The note questions whether the movement should extend to women’s fashions, which predominantly come from Paris, and calls for American-made styles to prevail.
A cropped excerpt discusses highway use and livestock in Georgia and Florida, noting other states blight Marion, D. C. conditions. It argues taxpayers are scarce and suggests reforms if Bumane appeals fail to persuade, framing the issue as sound economics.
Years ago in Dothan 9 lists several local and visiting individuals. B Dell Jr, A B Strickend, Mrs A E Bing, Miss Laura Daniel, Miss Annie Bearcy, J A McLeod, Wes Kim Mac Roland and others are noted for business trips, visits, or holidays in Dothan and nearby towns.
A Gatoden lawyer named Rainey, a former congressman, appears in papers urging state wide meetings to press for impeachment of Governor Miller over competence and alleged diversion of school funds. He would have to join the State Democratic Executive Committee first, after which he would declare candidacy for Governor of Albania subject to the Democratic party action.
A Chicago judge sentences a minor for purse theft while higher criminals escape punishment. The piece laments corruption among officials and promoters who siphon hundreds of millions from investors, arguing petty thieves get punished while major fraudsters go free.
The note suggests Will Rogers has shifted from humor to serious aims, criticizing foreign debts and echoing a Buy American stance from the Saturday Eve Post. It questions whether a comedian can truly adopt a solemn tone and implies Rogers may be miscast in this shift.
The fragment urges nations to replace hate with civility and to act as gentlemen. It cites biblical moral guidance on loving enemies, mercy, and forgiving others, claiming such ethics would heal individuals and nations. It contrasts a French political stance with Americans who refrain from paying bills, using it as a critique of delayed actions.
A collage of clipped quips and nostalgic notes features Saddle term jokes about taxes and money. Governor Pinchot offers thoughts on personal finance while a humorous exchange at a train station recalls pennies and pockets in a light local items roundup.
Farmers struggle on bad highways while a farmer loses a quarter section after a car damages property and a lawsuit follows. Separately, critics decry the Home Loan Bank act through a long running program with little actual loans made and funds flowing to officials and workers.
The New York Herald Tribune comments on ex-Governor Smith's role in civic and political reorganization. Observers note his late involvement yet recognize potential influence, suggesting Smith could apply his abilities to improve governance in New York, though election timing remains uncertain.
Guidance on braking, clutch release, and throttle adjustment to reduce skids and improve control. Warns against abrupt braking on curves and at intersections, urges smooth throttle return, proper gear use, and gradual deceleration for safe crossings and midrange speeds.
The capital ponders if the final lame duck session of the 72nd Congress will end by March 4. Observers cite historic filibusters and stalled bills under Taft and Wilson, noting risks if lawmakers push critical measures now. Republicans, buoyed by last November’s defeat narratives, fear missteps before party control shifts.
A garish homecoming in New York as Ciara Bow returns after a three year gap. Fans swarm the train and hotel, autograph seekers pursue her, and interviews flood in. Sam Fork guides her amid persistent rumors about Rex Belt while telegrams from him arrive.
A Kansas City Star report notes officials foresee many postal workers losing jobs in months ahead while an expeditionary bonus program to Washington may influence staffing. Poree veith hints at a bonus merch to Washington amid talk of postmaster layoffs.
A mother discusses her plans for her children highlighting Margery's lack of studiousness and Helen's ambition for college and a profession. The piece notes the hurt of parental comments on a daughter's self image and urges tact to avoid fostering inferiority between sisters.
Willy Nilly suggests writing letters to Santa with a red pencil as the animal residents of Puddle Muddle decide to list their Christmas wishes. Mrs. Quacko Duck objects to writing, noting Santa cannot read duck foot writing, while Why Nhly worries about porch repairs and delays. The group agrees to proceed, hoping to avoid delaying Christmas.
Gastric ulcers are a major medical and surgical concern. Recent progress focuses on prevention as the goal, with multiple hypotheses on origins. Duodenal ulcers rise in the last quarter century, especially in the second or third decade of life, with a higher incidence in men and varying ratios by country. Nervous strain and lifestyle factors are linked to ulcer development, and a distinct nervous element underlies the disease.
In rural Georgia districts a plan to aid agriculture urges farmers to process products through canning, sorting, assembling, grading, packing, storing and shipping. Leaders say the effort will raise prices and relieve unemployment across agricultural districts.
Tulsa report on Gov W Ho Mar Tay proposing a 1000 acre garden project to employ jobless grandfathers as planters. Food produced would be valued for elderly workers and distributed to the needy. The plan also mentions highway truck transport for laborers and funding from state resources.
Jobs Venn, receiver, notes good response to collections amid weak business. first dividend of 18 percent announced. C F Johnson says free lectures replace former fees as people recall. J Hubert Farmer, sale keeper, says most cannot furnish farm equipment. self-furnishment allows renting farm plots as desired.
Atlanta officials arranged to issue 400,000 in scrip payable to 4,000 employees. Paper will be issued December 20 with interest and redemption by March 1 1933. Officials said the finance would be disbursed to workers and many city officials have agreed to accept or support the plan.
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