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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1934
Page
1
AF Bond notes Dixon's openness in politics saying he has nothing to hide while Marse Byrd Farmer lauds local strength. Co M Griffin cites a two percent drop in mortality blamed on diet. Clayton Burdeshaw links rope splicing to marriage, suggesting the phrase splice originated from strength and binding in rope work.
In Atlanta on February 18 AP reports a lone buzzard perched daily on window ledges of downtown skyscrapers. Stenographers noticed the bird on a thirteenth floor sill and peering in. attempts to catch it failed as it moved across streets. Residents searched rooftops but found nothing amiss.
Roy O. Hill announces reelection bid for Houston County Circuit Court Clerk subject to Democratic Primaries. C J Rollins runs for Sheriff of Houston County subject to Democratic Primaries. Both notices urge votes and influence.
Washington February 13 AP An air mail map was cut from 27000 to 11000 miles as army fliers prepared to implement the change beginning Monday The administration also moves to end direct commercial aviation subsidies replacing them with payments tied to actual mail carried The plan aims for quick congressional action with permanent map changes to follow and fears of disruption acknowledged by Postmaster General Fearley who pledges to extend the shorter emergency system as fast as possible.
The report covers the war's long shadow with shell explosions ripping towers and machine gun nests buried in rubble. It then shifts to sports, noting Rogers Hornsby guiding the St. Louis Browns after limited AL exposure, Taffy Abel returning to normal weight for the Chicago Black Hawks, and rugby’s bid to join the Olympic calendar as Northern California Rugby moves to revive the sport.
Ben May, Houston county license inspector, qualified with Probate Judge H. K. Martin yesterday to run for tax collector. May, new to public office, was appointed as successor to S. B. Wooten and served as deputy license inspector. Four candidates vie, including C. R. Burkett, Heard Saxon, and R. H. Ramsey.
Michigan State college dispatched an eight-man track team to the West Virginia University relays in Morgantown, a long bus ride of 500 miles from East Lansing.
Manila Feb 13 AP Encouraged by record swims and track feats Filipino swimmers and athletes expect victory at the 1934 Far Eastern Olympic Games in May despite strong Japanese entries. Jikfrum Adjiudin set a Mile swim mark at Fort William McKinley clocked 22 43 surpassing 1923 Far Eastern record and nearing world mark. Decathlon leader Daniel May 6277.80 points tops 1930 Far Eastern record. Filipino stars near pentathlon and other marks as rivals Asia race toward Tokyo standings.
Cleveland Indians face a major question as Wesley Ferrell, once the top right handed pitcher in the American League, strives to regain form. His past four seasons yielded 21, 25, 22 and 23 wins, but his 1933 showing dropped to 11 wins, casting doubt on his ability to spark a pennant run and energize the club’s confidence.
Hollywood star Margaret Sullivan quietly travels between coasts for quick trips to Chicago San Francisco and New York while remaining loyal to her contract governed stage work. Corinne hides from camera bias by chasing angles to suit her, Maurice Black collects and rents houses as a hobby, and Janet Gaynor Charles Farrell star in The Sun Shines Bright, marking a Gaynor Farrell return since Charlie left Fox.
The article reviews Farrell’s disappointing season as an outfielder and pitcher with the Indians. Critics cite a sore arm and waning interest as factors in poor performance. Reports mention tensions with managers Walter Johnson and Roger Peckinpaugh, and a possible trade wish to Boston Red Sox. Despite setbacks, Farrell, age 26, is seen as a likely candidate for a comeback if he regains health and form.
Iowa State College records show more than one third of the student body during the 1933 fall quarter received college loans or held part time jobs. The finding comes from the college personnel director's files and reflects the era's financial challenges for students in Ames Iowa.
Today's Cotton Market reports the New OrleansCotton Exchange closed for Mardi Gras. Chicago butter is steady at 25 25.4 cents per pound for creamery specials (93 score). Chicago hogs trading amid mixed activity and unclear quotes.
Duke Albrecht of Wuerttemberg was expelled from the steel helmet veterans group and the officers’ association for not voting in November elections. He relinquished business interests in Wuerttemberg and Stuttgart and retired to his Boeblingen castle.
Adelaide Kerr reports from Paris on spring fashion showings aiming to revive pre prohibition elegance with lower necklines and refined evening wear. Fabrics favor silks with chenille stripes, artificial silks with dull or shimmering luster, and bold embroidered organdies for summer frocks. Novel day closures include shell clips and bamboo knots, while off the face hats and sailor styles remain in vogue.
Gloucester Virginia AP reports a movement to designate Rosewell mansion as a national shrine. The historic site is linked to Thomas Jefferson who is said to have drafted the Declaration of Independence there. The effort seeks federal recognition and preservation of the property.
L B Kelly announces candidacy for Sheriff of Houston County Alabama subject to Democratic party action. Paid political advertisement. J Hubert Farmer seeks position of Circuit Solicitor for Twentieth Judicial Circuit comprising Houston and Henry counties, subject to Democratic Party action. Your vote and influence appreciated.
R. H. Ramsey declares candidacy for tax collector of Houston County Alabama subject to Democratic Primaries. Harry K. Martin announces for Judge of Probate of Houston County Alabama also subject to Democratic party action. Paid political advertising.
Democratic party backed campaign ad promotes Hunter H Ennis as probate judge for Houston County Alabama with Wald political advertising stating support and urging voters to consider his candidacy.
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