22 Dec 1936
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1936
Page
1
Washington dispatch notes the path to a balanced budget hinges on relief outlays and tax increases. Roosevelt aides warn the next congress could face a bitter fight over trimming relief, boosting revenues, and reducing the national debt.
A report says the U S Boeia Security plans a new branch after the year end with 29 spokesmen Porter-Farmer 2 way and Troy stracts to lease all offices. Details on staff size and functions remain unclear as the deal reportedly closes and a new branch is prepared in Dethan territory.
J D Griffin of the Federal Housing Administration says a major residential boom is coming to Dothan. FHA sponsored projects worth 16000 are under way with 10000 more expected this week. He cites rising building since August 2014, a housing shortage, and expanding private construction to absorb available workers. Banks now accept FHA loans as activity grows through 1934 and beyond.
Global markets will close for Christmas and extend closures into the next day. The American grain markets, led by the Chicago Board of Trade, will operate only in abbreviated Saturday fashion. Cash grains will not trade in New York, and Winnipeg and Liverpool markets stay closed. Public debt is projected to reach new highs by next June, with talk of tax simplification but no major increases expected.
A testimonial ad from The Gly-Cas Man of the Hour Drug Co touts GlyCas as the remedy for years of indigestion gas and weight loss. Mr Branne claims dinner after dinner issues vanished restored appetite and normal weight with improved strength after trying GlyCas priced at 1.00 per bottle with volume discounts.
Dothan packing company reports a very active livestock market with strong demand. Hogs, steers, cows, bulls and calves are selling at market prices, with heavy hogs at 8.25 and best quality steers 5.25 to 5.75, while cows and calves vary by grade and weight.
Cutter Fadiman argues that the declaration of independence did not cover cultural life and that elapsed years show biased judgments in literature and attire. He notes that modern screens demand drama, even for 18 year olds, beyond voice and beauty.
Berlin Dec 22 AP reports German housewives are ordered to pick a single grocery store for all purchases and stop shopping around. The plebiscite of fair purchase aims to enforce economic self sufficiency though census cards show many still shop around. Officials insist each family buyer must name the dealer for all future purchases.
Mrs Seta Cornelia Condray dies after nine day pneumonia at home on Dothan route three. Funeral at Rocky Head church Wednesday at 10 a.m. Burial Mt Olive cemetery. Survived by husband W H Condray five sons and three daughters, two brothers and two sisters. Pallbearers named.
The Evening Standard objects to Archbishop of York criticism of Edward VIII after the abdication crisis. It urges restraint and patience as the nation mourns the loss, notes the crisis ended on December 10, and calls for conciliation during Christmas time while condemning public commentary that distorts the late events.
Dentists are advised to remove fear from tooth pulling by using simple words like remove rather than extract and to greet patients with a smile. Louis R. Hill of Los Angeles suggests psychology and a large mirror in the office to help dentists start with a friendly, comforting approach.
Film strip reveals Tala Tatah Bankhead, Alabama actress, as a test for a potential transcontinental move to Selznick International. If she signs, she would play Scarlett O Hara in Gone With The Wind, amid family ties to Speaker Bankhead and Senator John H Bankhead residing in Jasper Alabama.
W H Land of Memphis and G Gean of Halls were found guilty by a Nashville jury of conspiracy to defraud Tennessee of gasoline taxes. Each faces up to five years in prison and a $1 fine, with the minimum legally set. Other indicted individuals remain, and the case marks the first trial in a broad scheme. Tennis participation in the United States nears four million players.
County Investigator Gip Evans ruled death by own action in the case of Mrs. Marie Mitchell 30 found shot in her Birmingham home yesterday. Foster Mitchell her husband said he found her after two shots rang out. Mitchell cited years of ill health as context. The body was sent to Bale Stone Virginia for funeral and burial. Survivors include her husband and a six year old son Kenneth.
A Christmas pageant by Methodist church youth is planned for Sunday night. Cast includes Mary Florence Warren Threw Wise Men Jim Bil Edwards James Hatcher Dorler Diy The Unnamed Girl Barbara Pouncey The Ragged Boy Jer Brackin The Littlest Margaret Peacock Boy James Finn and others. Directors are Mesdames W. R. Bickerstaff Z. Ray and Guessner Harrel. Proceeds go to the Selma Methodist orphanage.
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