28 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1907
Page
1
In 1645 the Spanish forces under the Duke of Enghien faced a decisive clash at Rocroi. The young commander routed the Spanish right and center, then enveloped the left, breaking their invincible infantry. The French victory marked a turning point, restoring French preeminence in the war.
A medical expert on diet warns against extreme restricted dieting and the belief in a perfect Metricted diet. He argues many deaths from heart failure stem from neglecting adequate nourishment and says weight loss dieting is dangerous. exercise is preferred to shed excess flesh.
A mix of vintage ad copy praising a business college gift and a historical remark on Napoleon III limiting war reporters to avoid sensational depictions. Also a cafe quip about honesty in whisky and a brief Alabama county header.
A drastic Severn tunnel incident saw a soldier leap from a moving er ha train car. passengers restrained him as suction prevented retreat and the train halted. Earlier rescues include a Cardiff traveler trapped for six hours in saltwater in pitch darkness and a fox chase through a Welsh tunnel led by Mr Harries pursued by a fast train.
In Charlotte Bronte era circles Thackeray nearly broke a devoted admirer’s heart. He recalled, at dinner opposite him, the moment Bronte implored with tears not to eat so much as she watched him struggle to speak.
The article argues nursing as a vocation rises beyond mere livelihood. It distinguishes a true calling from casual work, noting faults do not negate vocation and high character may lack it. Nursing’s vitality shines from all social ranks within the kingdom.
While traveling in Labrador Andubon meets a welcoming household where the wife reveals a musical instrument sent away for repairs. She explains it is large and four‑legged with a crooked handle to turn and make music, calling it a hand organ.
The article describes natives of Kottiar in Africa digging dry river banks of the Vergel for fish each summer. They break mud lumps to find eight to ten inch fish alive and frisky, a practice echoed in other African rivers where mud fish wake up with the rains. Also included is a brief dialogue illustrating the futility of busy life: Jones goes to Europe to regain health after earning the money to do so.
Execution from Circuit Court of Houston County Alabama funds a judgment against Phillips Crew Company. Sheriff Butler levies on a Fisher piano number 129172 and Phillips and Crews pianos numbers 37330 35612 and plans a public sale on January 16 1908 at the courthouse door Dothan Alabama during legal hours.
An entertaining account from St James's Gazette recalls a royal reception during George IV's regency. The Persian ambassador claimed precedence, was rebuffed, and later attended a small court ball after a witty exchange. The tale ends with the shah's envoy noting the distinction granted to the regent.
A young foreigner newly arrived in London skipped a welcome dinner as his friends gathered. When asked why he did not attend he replied I was not hungry in a genuine answer reported by London Tit-Bits.
An unusual testimonial extols laundry services at Star Bakery Dothan Steam Laundry describing their finish as perfect and captivating and claiming it offers good value without higher costs. The piece encourages customers to leave laundry there.
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