10 Feb 1911
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1911
Page
1
The Parks local option bill passed the house by a 58 to 45 vote amid heavy interest. Viewers crowded the gallery as lawmakers delivered decisive remarks and the measure moves toward the Senate. The record lists supporters and opponents among numerous legislators.
Fire at the Bufaula Light Gas and Power Company plant destroys the building and all appurtenances. Superintendent Flynn puts the loss at 15000 with 6000 insured. The origin is unknown and city contract for a new plant is under study with a Birmingham firm to estimate costs.
A man described as drunk or demented caused chaos on train 53 at Ozark by locking in the ladies toilet and firing shots. A bullet grazed Officer Beck’s cheek while another narrowly missed a passenger. The train halted as officers searched for the shooter who later gave his name as G. W. Coleman of Selma en route to visit family in Dothan.
Members invited to the Order of the Eastern Star masquerade next Tuesday night must reply to secretary Mrs Helen Renfroe to confirm attendance and meal preparations. Attendees must be masked.
In Huntsville Alabama on February 9 a jury in Law and Equity Court found W B Bicknell not guilty of violating the prohibition law. Judge James H Balentine had ordered a retrial after previously instructing a guilty verdict.
A J Calhoun thanks Empire Life Insurance for a full settlement check of 1000 dollars for his late wife. He notes the policy lapsed last July, cost 22 17, and acknowledges settlement occurred ten days after death proof was provided to agent W OO Griffith.
Testimony centered on the peculiar typewriter and its indentity used to copy the Suga Trust letter. William J. Kinsley, a handwriting expert, described copying on a machine ordered through Riley Wee, as Thomas B Haley faces charges tied to issuing the letter. Prosecution wrapped its case. defense sought dismissal over lack of jurisdiction.
The Dotha High School team travels to Ashford for an afternoon matchup. They previously lost to Ashford but now feel stronger and expect a victory.
The Dathan teachers and many others prepare to attend a gathering at Ashford amid a statewide teachers’ strike and faculty walkouts impacting schools today.
The Willing Workers Sooty will hold its regular meeting Monday afternoon at 3 o clock. Mia Adair will lead the devotional with the subject Adversity. All members are urged to attend.
Adutrat Mahan declares only competent critics can judge criticism at the Immortals reception in New York. Tribene notes the wry exchange with a famous American journalist praised by a bartender for producing a fine paper and naming last week’s winners.
Mr and Mrs Decies arrive with Miss Vivien Gould to begin their honeymoon aboard the private Atlana The couple then sail to Revpt for a stay before visiting St Simona Sound crowds greet them ashore and aboard the craft Edwin Gould’s staff prepared for the reception and will attend at their departure
A Wednesday night incident near Pine 3100 involved a Black youth and a boy named Duprea. The case reached the mayor’s court yesterday afternoon with the youth ordered to repay $100 and provide labor as restitution.
A protest movement with placards reading get out of the county and reports of reprisals by white mobs have triggered state and federal investigations. Attorney L Yates from Jackson arrived to supervise the probe as authorities examine threats against the county’s colored population amid recent national articles.
Prominent citizen Mok Tackner, a well known elf living near Headland, died suddenly at about 60 years of age. He was highly respected in the community and his passing leaves a large gap in local life.
The forecast warns of cloudy skies with rain chances tonight into Saturday. Temperatures remain mild with light to moderate rainfall likely across the area.
The Headland Avenue Baptist Church ladies plan a Beyer Sa for their church benefit on a February 14 event at the home of Lamar Jones 496 North Oates Street. Mrs Carroll of Baker Hill and Ming Minnie Wilkins of Slocomb attend. the marriage was today in the probate office by W U Acree.
A correspondent reports on a Ford car’s performance after twelve to fifteen thousand miles. The owner claims high reliability, low running costs, and satisfaction, noting the vehicle remains nearly new and comparing costs to higher priced cars.
In Washington the question is raised whether the thirty four circuit judges should be removed. Senator Bacon of Georgia argues abolition of the circuit courts in the judiciary code, a change already passed by the Senate, with Congress likely to abolish the circuit offices as well. The resolution moves to the Senate Judiciary Committee for investigation.
The weather man predicts fair weather today with possible frost tomorrow though current rain and warm spell may prevent frosts. Residents in Alabama should prepare for cool conditions with uncertain frost timing due to recent unseasonable warmth.
B. Ward of Bleminghaw was in the city for a few hours today conducting business and then left.
A terse 2012 notice from Dothad Guano Co. requests fertilizer reshipment. The letter to Malone, president, mentions plans to review quantities again this year and references Mr. BL R and Dethan Als. Dear Sir.
The note mentions a German-Americas stand beside Hotel Martin cnfe and thanks patrons for their support, signed by W. Jones.
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