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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1936
Page
2
A disjointed 1930s Dothan Eagle scan shows subscription rates ads, obituary notes, and a long religious quotation. The text includes garbled lines about rates, departments, and a sermon by H T McIntosh from The Albany Herald, plus a Thomas Jefferson quote and a list of street addresses.
The text presents fragmented reflections citing Colossians and archaic phrasing about goodness, reverence, and living with God. It mixes biblical allusions with garbled, seemingly modern insertions about a locomotive and social roles, creating a disjointed, devotional mosaic with no clear narrative or complete facts.
A rambling dialogue rolls through manager Frankie Frisen and players about Dizzy Dean. It recalls his pitching style, control, and the era’s attitudes toward him and Arky Vaughan, with scattered opinions on strength, weaknesses, and career outlook.
A fragmented blurb discusses Christmas as more than ritual display. It argues reverence comes from inner spirit, not formal attire or constant prayer, urging family warmth and mindful observance over outward traditions.
The text notes a riddle about why cows lean toward one side of a road and then head the other way, offering driving tips for motorists. It references a joke issue in The Waytrosa Jouvial Herald and suggests careful driving when cows are nearby.
The piece outlines shifting cotton and wheat trends with prices cited per hundredweight and local market notes. It mentions farmers facing costs, energy considerations, and the impact on local labor like pickers, suggesting cautious optimism but noting ongoing economic pressure.
A garbled fragment cites diverse names and phrases including Hattie, Cathy, Norman Thomas, and Kolb of New Orleans. The text drifts through hints of fashion, nature, cuisine, and social politics with no clear narrative or cohesive event, presenting a mosaic of distorted lines and incomplete phrases.
Washington dispatch discusses whether the U S supreme court is demoralized or the out outsiders misinterpret the court using public power case retial as example. It notes secret conferences lack leaks since the Duke Power case and critiques over the court snubbing merita of vital New Deal issues, highlighting Chief Justice Hughes and liberal justices amid pressure from supporters.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a tangled mix of political intrigue and social figures. Mentions Rosanne, a Navy wife, and Earl Spencer with references to royal and public funds. Includes names like Tony and San Diego to Maab travel notes and a shifting cast of figures from Indy's husband to Queen of OwlabA.
A fragmentary report discusses parental blame for a child's fear of doctors and hospitals. It notes a boy’s anxiety during medical care and portrays parents as primary catalysts in shaping his responses and emotions.
A New York syndicated column by Gu Bantere chronicles Amon Carter's bold Ft. Worth showcase, contrasting Dallas and the frontier exhibit. It notes high-priced acts by Billy Rost and Paul Whiteman, Carter’s stubborn drive, and a bustling publicity push amid media and theater industry chatter.
Sally Warren navigates a tense society drama as McDonald’s trial opens. Philip Page and Giles Benton probe for truth while Morris pressures for a guilty verdict. Sally visits Morris to push for exoneration, recalling overheard schemes and a possible frame.
Pasadena Calif Dec 22 AP Mrs Edna Mae Potter the champion chicken eater in Los Angeles county wins with 20 drumsticks 20 wings and many breasts and necks. An amused harMonica player umpired the night and declared victory. The report notes a heavy dressing and mentions grain figures in Kansas wheat.
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