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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1905
Page
4
The report notes ferry operations will be removed as funding dries up. Street systems face rapid depletion of funds with services deteriorating and likely suspension of routes causing disruption for local commuters.
A wary note on aging spirits says the liquor now wears thin faster, leaving patrons tired and warning that a heavy drinker may not endure a full week of indulgence.
A claim circulated that crafting excuses to provoke anger in another person is one of the simplest tactics known to science. The statement positions this method as a commonly recognized social trick with potential behavioral implications.
A man comments that drinking has fallen from fashion and few people get drunk now. He notes only those who truly love it still indulge.
Publisher explains there was no notice about skipping printing this week and prints as usual to please readers. The aim is to maintain regular publication despite the lapse and avoid further disruption.
The report praises Congressman Clayton for his strong bond with his district and prompt aid. It notes his long tenure and ability, claiming few in the South match his closeness to the public and willingness to help on any matter.
The Postoffice Department inspected after the paper renamed itself without consent. A post office official examined subscription books, questioned subscribers, and questioned payment expectations. Washington authorities later allowed continuing under the new name, but the editor vows not to repeat the error.
A Montgomery railroad man argues freight rates form a small share of selling prices. He cites flour, shoes, suits, bacon, corn, lumber, iron, coal, and wages to show price increases mainly from other costs, while freight remains steady. He warns a penny-per-ton rate change would cost railroads billions.
Notice of final proof filed under Homestead laws by Margaret C Burkett widow of William M Burkett for the southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section 24 township 2 north range 28 east to be proved February 8 1906 before the Clerk of the Circuit Court Dothan Alabama. S witnesses listed: S A Sugram J L Crooms W Frank Thornton Robert L Mccintyre all of Pansey Alabama. Robert Barber Register.
Miss Katie White of Salitpa granddaughter of Capt. Mark White was in the city yesterday. Dr. Algia Bembow of Texas in a postgraduate dentistry course in Atlanta may settle in Dothan and work with his brother in law Dr. Johnson.
Bowdoin’s train wrecked on a trestle near Tennille Wednesday night delaying service for 12 hours. No injuries reported. Bill Crockett’s trial was continued until Friday evening, too late for results in this issue.
One day or night train meeting service advertised by Ghent Phone 207 for Will Griffin offering to meet all trains at one location.
Washington reports the Hague conference assembling date has been postponed for the time being and its second session cannot meet early next year. The delay stems from inability to agree on a key program feature until Switzerland accepts.
Dispatches from Macon and Atlanta say Central railway engineers request a uniform pay raise of a quarter of a cent per mile. The issue will be discussed again next week and is expected to be resolved amicably at watch time.
Ellijay Ga December 14 Colonel A H Burt elected mayor and T G Simmons W M Teem F B Shippen and T M DeFoor elected councilmen. Seven school trustees for Pilijay institute were chosen. Seventy five percent of voters were business men representing most town property and business interests in backing the ticket.
Tampa on December 14 reports the Southern Bell Telephone company abandoning the local field. Its plant equipment business and franchises are to be acquired by the Peninsular Telephone company, the independent operator here for several years. The exact consideration was not disclosed.
Laredo dispatch says David Parsons an American and near relative of the late United States Consul General Parsons was killed by Indians in Mexico. No further details are provided.
President Jordan of the Southern Cotton Union heads to New York for the annual Southern Society banquet. He plans to urge farmers' movement and speak on cotton price gains. He then returns to Washington to oppose a congressional resolution seeking a second report on cotton yields.
Washington December 14 by unanimous vote the Senate confirmed F C Tat district attorney and W Johnson as marshals for the district of Georgia. Other confirmations listed include Kellogg Hill Horne Carter and Long for various districts and consular posts across Louisiana Ohio and Kentucky.
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