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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
1
A fragmented complaint about aggressive rare book sellers. It describes promoters using envelopes and circulars to pressure readers into buying limited editions with lavish bindings and engravings. The piece mentions a secret emergency signal and a salesperson who persists after polite refusals, highlighting the aggressive sales tactics.
A vivid narrative contrasts George Washington’s legacy with modern finance, praising the Dothan National Bank and urging up-to-date business practices. It recounts street scenes, a polite office visitor, and a visit by R. B. Moore of the Union Recorder, noting his family’s long press tradition and wartime concealment of presses.
The column urges Dothan citizens to back the City Improvement Club in spring work such as weed thinning trash collection and fence repairs. It notes gates, yards, and roads need attention and promotes better roads to boost property value, with Marguerite Ghent a leading prize contender.
Houston county has fairly level roads but insufficient upkeep. It notes only three or four days of work yearly before court meets, and leaves and sand removed from ditches wash back in at the first rain.
A local provider advertises farm phone sales and neighbor doctor connections. It promises estimates on short noise lines including metslice and circuit options for multiple telephones and assures customers they will receive the right phones for installation. The Alabama Plumbing & Heating Company invites inquiries for building lines and offers a large stock at affordable prices.
O P Green’s handsome new West Main street residence nears occupancy after a summer fire led to a $5,000 rebuild by H H Brown. The modern home features first class workmanship and many conveniences, with several other expensive houses nearing completion in Dothan enhancing the town’s appearance.
The state of Alabama Houston County issues notice in Emma Whitehurst v Henry Whitehurst in Chancery at Dothan. Henry Whitehurst is alleged a Florida non resident over 21. Publication in Dothan Eagle required by Feb 22, 1908.
In Chancery at Dothan Alabama Lizzie Garner sues Jack Garner seeking relief. The defendant is a nonresident believed to reside in Mississippi and over twenty one years old. Publication ordered for four weeks requiring answer or demur by March 7, 1907, or a pro confesso decree may be entered. J M Cody Register to Chancery.
Sam Bowden of Gordon announces his candidacy for county treasurer. A lifelong resident of Gordon for about six ty odd years, Bowden is described as a good citizen and honorable man who seeks office to serve the county. He has not previously sought public office. If elected, he aims to improve county governance and spark greater race interest.
A candidate declares filing for the position of Commissioner of Houston County in the Democratic Primary. The announcement states the bid is subject to primary action and party processes.
W N Munn now in Clayton sends a dollar for the Eagle. Former Dothan resident moved to Louisville in 1899 and 1806, later returning to Clayton where he runs a variety shop with modern machinery. The note expresses pleasure at hearing from him.
The State of Alabama Maggie Huburn versus Ben Huburn in Chancery at Dothan. Publication ordered in Dothan Engle newspaper for four weeks to answer by February 15, 1906 or after thirty days for default. Affidavit states Ben Huburn is Florida resident and over 21. Court dated January 20, 1909.
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