Fire at South St Andrews house blamed on incendiary act
An unoccupied house on South St Andrews Street owned by H. P. Coleman was set ablaze last night at midnight. Fire Chief Barber suspects incendiary origin. The roof and ceiling were destroyed but it is not a total loss. Miss Bettie Britt’s residence nearby caught fire with minimal damages. Fire crews arrived quickly after the alarm.
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Barber
Bettie Britt
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Will A Man Steal From His Own Children
A fragmented school reform op ed compares wages by education level across the United States Alabama Iowa and New York. It argues education yields higher earnings with examples of a 14 year old uneducated boy earning 2.50 weekly and a college educated man earning far more. It laments illiteracy and stresses education as prosperity.
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United States
Chammar School
Conmon
Theo
Alabama
Towa
Honston County
Wehool
Grammar Saling
New York
Gell
Quirk of the Gut Denies Salvation at Birmingham Hall
A Salvation Army hall service tonight faces a quirky disruption as an unusual speaker, Sal Copt, at the September event in Birmingham, declares a shift in routine. Authorities urge attendees to verify time and venue.
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Arey
Birmiegee Sicondart
Army Hall
Wight
Gary plant to hire 1000 more workers this week
Gary Indiana February 5 workers were pulled from the big rail yard at Minoin Steel. A machinist had been out for three months. By week’s end 1000 more men will be at work at the Gary plant of the Thyinga Steel company on the parrull line, improving employment after last week’s layoffs.
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Gary
Ind
Minoin Steel
Fle Thingis Steel Company
Red Front 106 Store Ad Promises Wide Selection
An ad claiming the Red Front 106 Store always sells more for less touts its large inventory and low prices. The snippet suggests a promotional pitch focused on value and breadth of goods.
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Red Front 106
Lesa
Favors Pour Mile Row At Volinbis University
A garbled record from Volinbis University references a person who claims to be peer to a fecund intercollegiate event. It discusses pacing and printing for a place without serious fret, with unclear dates or outcomes.
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Volinbis Univercity
Tim
Local Resident Mitchell Retires to Montgomery Home
Unclear text notes a person named Mitchell retiring to a Montgomery residence after spending time in a city with friends. The fragmentary report mentions motion toward retirement and relocation, with limited additional context or identifiable dates or organizations.
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Atin
Mitchell
Montgomery
Segar Item Worth A Dollar Eighteen Cents Today
A garbled OCR note references a price for Segar goods with a dollar eighteen value and a Red Frost item selling today for about one dollar. Details are unclear but imply a bargain sale or discount pricing.
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Segar
Liquors Seized at Comarts and Taylor Depots
Sheriff Jon A. May and deputies seized contraband whiskey found in the depots at Cowarts and Taylor during the night. The Cowarts cache held six casks and four drum at Taylor. Investigators believe several individuals were involved and that the seizure was part of a broader sheriff’s crackdown.
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Cowarts
Taylor
Jon A. May
Alec May
Isbin
Dothan
Cowarte
Bern
Ln Ie
Forwards Report On Lusitania Case Fronted
Forwarded report from Ambassador Page in Washington notes no official communications between the United States and Great Britain on the Lusitania incident. The British government insists the captain was not ordered to fly a neutral flag, while many Americans aboard had strong ties to the embassy. News spread rapidly through hotels as conversations centered on the incident.
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Launh
Atmerieatt
Washington
Chainard Aimer Lusitania
Rend
Lusitania
Carrie
Aline
Vermont
Woman Believes in Work of Beanett Outcome in Trial
A party of witnesses testified yesterday as Clare Brown’s office heard Beanett convicted of practicing medicine without a license. Supporters claimed his treatment helped a patient with heart disease and others vouched for his skill while skeptics doubted the medical claims. The case drew several neighbors to speak for and against Hennett’s alleged practice.
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Clare
AL Brown
Beanet
Wiltexaen
Hennett
Bennett
Pat
Peratis
Stebl
Kennett
Illness Alters Visit as Family Welcomes Relative
A visitor to the area became ill while staying with her son and relatives, prompting concern and a change in plans for the stay. Local household members assisted as medical needs were addressed.
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Woo oMeberoy
Enfaida
Tas of Two Artists Draws Attention in Kalem Exhibit
Guy Comme and Anna Nilleon showcase two artwork pieces titled Tas at the Kalem gallery. The exhibit highlights contemporary styles and prompts local viewers to compare abstract forms with traditional motifs.
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Guy Comme
Anna Nilleon
Kalem
Capital Appointments Discussed by State Officials
The piece critiques Governor Hendervop and potential appointees John Gamble and Will Henderson. It notes Gamble’s departure to Troy and fertilizer work, and praises experienced figures while lamenting political shifts. It references Senate behavior, education funding, roads, and jail policy, ending with remarks on roll calls and party alignments.
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Hendervop Tocay
John Gamble
Henderson
Althoug
Amt
Troy
Wud Tremlerson
Riots at Roosevelt Fertilizer Works Stop Workers
An incident at Roosevelt when five angry women confronted workers returning to fertilizer plants. Men, mostly laid off, faced blows and some were trampled as women attempted to prevent them from entering. Police and authorities intervened to restore order.
Bank official Raine pleads to federal mail fraud charges
United States District Court records show C I Raine, former president of Mercantile Bank, facing seven counts of mail fraud and conspiracy to obtain money by false pretenses. Indictments allege bank assets misappropriation. sentencing delayed as case moves through district court.
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United States
C. I. Raine
Mercantile
Hank
Thin City
Anderson
Sears
Formes
Keine
Batk
Wilson to Visit Frisco for Pacific Exposition
Reports indicate Wilson plans a trip to San Francisco for the Pacific Exposition, arriving March 20 or 21. He is expected to attend the formal opening events and deliver speeches during a five day stay in the city before returning, with a possible canal visit en route.
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Wasduttztont
Beli
M. Wilson Talay
San Francisco
Pacific
Wanlent Wilson
Washington
Vton
Sen Fran
Pilcher to Operate New Motel in Dothan
W C Pilcher will operate a new motel in Dothan with a single two story building plan. The enterprise will involve three connected existing buildings on Font Main Street and will offer 20 bedrooms a dining room kitchen seven bathrooms proper plumbing fresh papered rooms and modern furnishings.
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Dothan
Wonderful Night At Wes Night With Ageie
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a night event featuring Ageie with a title phrase Wonderful Night and a playful line about a win or Dev in. The readable text hints at a celebratory mood and social engagement rather than a full report.
Rew Ubever Run and Yale Record Claim
Rew Ubever broke the S00 point mark as Yale’s William Rowe set his own strength record by 11 points and remains champion of the arts. He plans outdoor life training, stating he never tires. Premier quith in London notes tanks in western arena, war events. Two killed and wounded in an incident near the Kemels.
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Aoncore
Wiltm Rowe
Yale University
Sheffield Scientific Scheel
Lomlon
Prembeg
World War Updates From Front Lines and Washington
Fragmented wartime bulletin reports German advances near Amiens and Warsaw counteroffensives while British and French actions continue on various fronts. Ambassador Page arrives in Washington with telegrams on the Jamestown incident as U S ships move on strategic spots. Local dispatches note banking and business activity as the city records daily commerce and residents in town.
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