27 Feb 1911
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1911
Page
1
Philadelphia, February 26. John Kelly aged 15 was shot and killed while playing cowboy and Indian on a lot near his home in West Philadelphia. James Engle fired a rifle carried by older boys who bought the weapon, causing Kelly to collapse from a bullet through the heart as he was pursued.
A man named Newsome, described as white, caused a disturbance at the Coast Line depot on a Saturday afternoon. He opened packages in the depot, disturbed the passenger area, then stabbed himself in the neck with a knife after failing to pick up his hat due to intoxication. the injury is not expected to be serious. He was arrested by an officer and jailed downtown.
The Mabel Paige Company performs in Dothan tonight and tomorrow. Tonight's show is A Bachelor's Honeymoon and tomorrow features The Game. Strong plays backed by Miss Paige aim to draw large audiences on Lotti nights.
A Rome report describes a marble worker's $154 claim against heirs of a prominent deceased Roman being enforced by plastering the tombstone. The deputy reportedly placed the papers at the graveyard Thursday night but completed the act Friday morning. The case is said to be the first of its kind in the United States.
Mrs Levinia Brigman longtime resident of Do than passes after several weeks of illness at home on North Allee Street. She was wife of V L Brigman of Brigman Furniture Company and survived by two young children. The family moved to Dothan from Fitzgerald recently. body taken to Fitzgerald for interment in family burial grounds. Uriens and acquaintances in Dothan express sympathy and regret.
New residents and local social notes highlight the Century Club gathering at home of Mrs W R Chapman on Tuesday afternoon. Mr and Mrs J J Dawsey return from Pawsey after a brief visit with Mr and Mrs K P Holland and reveal the Dawsey marriage last week in Blakely where the bride was Mrs Cobb. The Elite screens A Bachelor’s Honeymoon with Mabel Paige Company lighting new spot effects. Local travels include Hunt Pale to Bainbridge, W B Keston to Blocomt thief, R P Coleman to Webb, J B McCante of Hartford in Dothan, and J D and J J Flowers to Jakin. A A Acree came seeking work on the Standard but health issues forced his return to Dothan. other staff changes are noted as replacement planned.
County Treasurer J R McCarty answers a tax payer query with a posted statement explaining reports were published as required by law. He defends funds on hand, outlines road jail and guard payments, and asserts all disbursements were authorized with vouchers on file. The state examiner reviews probate accounts as part of ongoing checks.
A fragmented note mentions June Joyce, Benny, and Gretna Green in a revelation that stirs locals as they urge others to come out and act. The text hints at forgiveness and family ties in a small community setting.
The Philadelphia School for Nurses in Philadelphia Pa offers free scholarships to young women nationwide covering tuition incidental expenses and travel home. The benevolent program aims to train nurses quickly to meet rising demand and advance women into respected positions. Weather prospects mention rain tonight or Tuesday with unsettled conditions.
Fragmentary OCR lists prices and items with multiple garbled phrases. Mentions cotton seed, watermelon seed, Hastings, mortgage, a tote of fourteen bushels, Watson watermelon price three a pound, wheat price per pound, and names Parkman and Dolhan.
Manager Hubert of the Western Cylon announces a new day letter rate effective soon. The new rate will apply to messages sent by day letter and charge per word, with additional words incurring extra fees. The change aims to benefit telegraph patrons by streamlining fees and ensuring clear rates.
Garnett Dye, a nineteen year old resident of Athiahs, applies for a patent related to a weighing device to produce a permanent and malleable record of a weight load. The article notes prior work, the inventor's background, and mentions public figures and locals in attendance.
A message from Rev Boo Caybett indicates a planned engagement will not occur. The event was set for Thursday night but transportation complications and a last minute tie to another state caused the cancellation.
In Trish Springs Alabama Feb 26 Senator Tom Prozep and Amcsdale Tilitar Poy Stith engaged in a personal dispute after the Montgomery train arrival. The quarrel stemmed from an editorial denouncing Ben ater Franer for his vote on the Parks focal option and grew when Fraser and Pony Hisith confronted each other. Blows were exchanged but no serious injuries reported.
Malls Alabama February 26 reports a handcar run to dawn ending in a wreck near a teepee and rail line. A sheriff said the operator Frank Vinather noted the impact and later events involved a crowd at Mount Vernon place and a nearby rail route incident.
A fragmented text notes awkward tasks like threading a needle and weaving through everyday chores. It hints at broad worry and apathy among townspeople facing familiar, routine pressures and dread in daily life.
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