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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1932
Page
3
A Woodland Wiregrass Farmer opinion piece questions Roosevelt’s availability as a nominee and argues for restoring states rights against centralized federal power. The author critiques Ritchie’s ideals and warns that liberty requires action, hinting a future figure may reassert the Ritchie perspective.
The piece discusses widespread debate on reducing government expenses and passing savings to taxpayers. It cites figures from The Morganstown Dominion News showing civil service employment rising from 438,000 in 1828 to 617,000 by June 39 of the current year, an 180,000 payroll increase, illustrating growing government payrolls amid fiscal pressure.
Several newspapers critique postwar civil service expansion, noting a rise to 617000 Hoover era employees and a cost increase of 370 million dollars annually. They blame political patronage and warn against bloated bureaus, urging reductions while praising a cautious, hopeful stance.
Congress created a two billion dollar fund to rehabilitate credit aimed at freeing frozen bank credits. The plan faces banks' responsibility to pass relief to business and agriculture, or risk simply buying bonds. Confidence and prudent lending are needed for recovery in Dothan and beyond.
The piece argues Roosevelt's "simple duty" to respond to a call for the presidency is self asserted. It notes Roosevelt leads delegates from territories before a primary votes and questions whether a real nationwide call exists. It suggests Roosevelt’s managers secured territorial delegates, not voters, and hints the nomination effort predated any genuine popular call.
A user quotes a Bible verse about anger and joy from Psalms. The line fragments discuss temporary wrath and lasting favor, weeping at night followed by morning joy, attributed to Psalms 0 5 in this context.
An Ohio State Journal line notes a man desires what is scarce and appears to be nearing possession. The commentary reflects a blunt, utilitarian view of striving and reward.
Deer populations in Pennsylvania faced heavy losses this year as many were slain. The report notes the undertakers profited from the high harvest as hunters faced a grim season.
Lem Waldén of Beat Four announced his candidacy for county commissioner. N. R. Baker spoke to rural schools. Smith Hall tax collector warned one day left to pay poll taxes. UD C met at Mrs. M C Corley’s. The mother of R L Morris and C J Morris was buried here. Whatley Jr. visited Ft. Gaines. Pace toured Bainbridge. Subscriptions sought for reorganization of the Commercial Club. Out of town visitors named incl Mis Georgia Bell Carroll Cottonwood H A Brooks Coffee Springs T B Young Youngstown Ga Mrs Cue Sellers Cuthbert Ga John Gambie Troy W B Wade Quitman Ga C W Carrell Cottonwood R Y Matthew Blakely Eric Gay Charles Morse Blakely J N Dawsey Hartford J N Ham Jr Elba
A light Sunday scene as a party of young women toured a submarine. A sailor's reply to a joke about sea legs reveals a quick, dry wit, reflecting naval life amid curious guests.
The grand old man of the Supreme Court has stepped down due to failing health, ending a long tenure on the nation's highest tribunal. Washington reacts with shock as Oliver Wendell Holmes relinquishes his seat, despite years of intent to serve until death.
The article recalls Justice Helmes, famed for his Civil War service and three wounds. One injury left him on the battlefield until a sympathetic boy helped him to safety. His father, author of The Autocrat at the Breakfast Table, wrote a poem about the sons in wounded camps. Years later, a stranger knocked at his Washington home.
In a rare meeting, Justice Holmes granted admission to a visitor who recalled a lad nearly killed on the battlefield. They shared memories in Holmes study after the opening remark that he did not see strangers, and the anecdote tied to March 1841 when The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table mocked a future Holmes.
William James reports New York readers about a fraud where missing debtors receive letters from an "Western inheritance association" that leads to relatives in Australia and others. The scheme uses fake references to locate the debtor, then pursues unpaid bills. An unrelated anecdote shows a cop swapping free rides for reporters who taunt him about fare evasion.
Sidney Lens, slowed by defeat in a bridge tourney, belongs to the Society of American Magicians and is an export card trickster. Work began on the Cathedral of 81 Jehan the Divina in 1691, with laws arising on when it will be completed.
Dr Lago Goldston discusses germicides and antiseptics noting no perfect germicide exists. He explains testing context matters, contrasts methods of killing bacteria, and outlines proper uses for mucous membranes, skin, instruments, and contaminated stool.
Peggy and John join Surprises the Magic Maker to observe Indian children at a wigwam. Little girls make clay dishes and pretend housekeeping. The Endiga children share toys with respect and cheerfulness, avoiding sulks as they learn daily life. Wag-Wag-Wag, the dog, signals approval.
A mother writes about her 6 year old son in first grade who is bright and active yet very naughty. The teacher threatens removal and the principal demands better behavior. The piece suggests engaging activities to occupy the child, avoiding nagging, and showing confidence he can be good.
E. C. Porter named superintendent and cashier in charge of the gin at Grasselli Chemical's local branch. The fertilizer plant operations were previously announced to be discontinued, while insecticide production and gin operations will continue.
Incoherent OCR fragment shows dialogue between John and an Indian child, mentioning wind and sulking, with garbled phrases about paying attention and fareiaih. The text is incomplete and difficult to interpret, containing multiple misspellings and unclear references.
A quirky kitchen list describes a breakfast, grapefruit, corn, and steamed items. It mentions Charité sugar cookies and a mix of meats, breads, and vegetables including pork shoulder, browned potatoes, glazed apples, buttered cabbage, and buttered bread. The text reads like a historic menu or catalog of prepared foods with odd spellings and pricing references.
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