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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1936

Page

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Publican Support v Bonus Payment Saved By McNary

The article outlines McNary backing a plan for full veterans bonus payments with bipartisan and presidential negotiation. It discusses administration efforts to secure votes for a bill, comparing Byrant and Patman proposals, and notes Chamber of Commerce input on government credit. Major figures include McNary, Roosevelt, Vinson, and McCormack with committee leaders like Doughton involved.

Congress Roosevelt Issate Bia McNary Veterans of Porelen Fas Redeader House Doughton North Carolina Vinson Kentucky McCormack Masschusetta Tha Patman Byrnes-Steiner Chamber of Commerce of the United States Chamber

Plea Studied by Federal Judge in Tennessee Case

Federal Judge John B. Beartield studied new evidence today in the case involving a publisher from Huntsville and B Roach, both convicted of representing themselves and government employees. The defendants deny selling a newspaper advert to TVA stock developers. Defense argues prejudicial and incompetent testimony tainted the record.

Ree Publshers New Evidence Memphia Tenn John BD al- M&a Huntaville Daily Register B. Roach Dee TVA United Tennessee

Roosevelt Message Sparks Wide Interest in Argentina

An AP report notes President Roosevelt’s message to Congress has stirred broad attention across Argentina and neighboring Latin American nations. Editorials and opinion pages in Buenos Aires papers highlight the possible impact on regional ties with the United States, urging continued dialogue and cautious policy alignment amid evolving hemispheric dynamics.

Aires Jag Roosevelt Orthen South America United States Gltioech Armepape

Italian Planes Bomb American Field Hospital

Italian planes bombed the American field hospital at Daggah Bur in southeastern Ethiopia, killing a former director Dr Robert Hoceman of Wheaton Illinois and wounding others. The attack followed a Swedish Red Cross worker death and amid shifting European war policy discussions in London and Paris. A baby named Charles Jones drowned after his mother answered a telephone call.

Allair Eld Daggah Bur Ethipia Ethiopian Red Cross Addia Ababa Red Crown Robert Hoceman Wheaton Makale Halle Selassie Washigton London League of Nations Mussolini East Africa Gunner Lundstrom Red Cross Fried Hylander Red Crogs Ogaden Roosevelt Congress Paris

Treasury Position Ashington Jan 4 AP

The Treasury on January 4 reports receipts of 272 108 781 89 dollars and expenditures of 104 215 711 03 dollars leaving a balance of 2 285 184 850 53 dollars. Customs receipts for the month total 906 835 22 dollars.

Ashington The Treasury

Will Dothan Fail Editorial Sets Monday Deadline

An editorial notes Dothan Ne must decide on Monday whether progress hinges on crop fluctuations or industrial growth. A business group will seek a few thousand dollars to secure a shirt factory project with a payroll over 150 600 annually, employing at least 850 people, with Monday as the final cutoff.

Dothan

Hangar and Two Planes Wrecked by Storm at Dothan Airport

A noon wind storm destroyed a hangar and two airplanes at the Dothan municipal airport. The Taylor Cub owned by Ralph Dowling and the Bird owned by Henry Askew were toppled, with one flipped onto its wheels. Dowling had run a flying school there since August. about 15 to 20 students were present, three soloed on the ship. The hangar, a galvanized iron structure, had been moved several times in six years. The storm also toppled a chimney and blew down radio aerial poles as it swept into Dothan.

Dothan Minicipal Taylor Cub Ralph Dowling Henry Askew Dowling Bradford Bod P Nying Alentudenté Askew Taylor

Italians Lose Fourth Plane in Ethiopian War Front

An official communique reports Italy lost its fourth aircraft in flames over the Caf ta region yesterday. Two officers, an observer, and a non commissioned pilot were killed. It notes two bombings against opposing forces near Socota and Seloa and Cafia region encampment. Eritrean rout patrols conducted reconnaissance with several enemy groups dispersed. Italian and native casualties listed.

Crent Rome APJ Cafta Socota Seloa Cafia Tembien Makale

Bank Chief Seeks Somerset Bank Clone Amid Depositor Reluctance

President Charles A. Fischer of First State Bank of Somerset attempted to clone a local bank in San Antonio. He urged depositors to withdraw their $50,000, claiming the bank was no longer a safe prop. Depositors refused to pull funds, expressing confidence and preference to keep deposits. Fischer admitted he had to beg customers and received little response.

San Antonio Tex Charles A. Fischer First State Bank of Somerset Fisher

Democrats Await State Committee Meeting on Jan 18

Alabama Democrats anticipate the January 18 meeting of the state Democratic executive committee. The session may consider a plan to elect all delegates to the 1938 National convention and let voters pledge delegates to Roosevelt, Governor Talmadge, or leave them uninstructed. The committee has already chosen John McQueen as state chairman and named U.S. Senators Black and Bankhead to head the delegation.

Montgomery Alabama Democrats Democratic Executive Committee John D. McQueen Tuscaloona McQueen Bibb Scarnell Thomas Walla Roosevelt Chicago Tate William W Underwood Brandon

Taxes Up In Alabama Tax Commission Report

Alabama Tax Commission reports a total tax intake rise of 2,609,731 from January 15 compared with the prior year. Tobacco receipts reached 2,245,097 while gasoline and income taxes show strong gains, with income tax receipts 245,003 higher than a year earlier.

Montgomery Alabama Henry 8. Long Commission Bibb Graves

Oil sanctions near by observers

London observers believe the League may decide on an oil embargo against Italy if the United States restricts oil exports. They view Roosevelt’s message to Congress as shaping potential sanctions, with the Daily Herald arguing the embargo could halt war and force accountability for aggression. Officials welcomed the speech but declined to comment.

Ben Robertson London League of Nationa Italy United States League Roosevelt Congrest Daily Herald Reonevet

State officials watching Bruno Hauptmann case developments

Trenton and Vienna reports indicate state officials and prison authorities are monitoring any possible new light on the Lindbergh baby kidnapping as Hauptmann faces execution the week of January 14. Hauptmann’s counsel and the prisoner’s defense remain hopeful for clemency while officials seek any decisive evidence.

Trenton API Bruno Richard Hauptmann Hauptmann Cal. Mark Kimberlin Aiaciodad Houne Kimberling Howe Linyd Fishyer Haupt Mann Fisher Ant

Giant Condor to Visit Dothan with Parachute Jumps

The Curtiss Condor, over 18 000 pounds with 96 foot wingspan, is due in Dothan this afternoon piloted by Capt. Herbert Sherman. It will stay until Tuesday morning. A sensational parachute jump show led by Buddy Bates is planned at the airport Sunday night with Bates jumping from 1 000 feet and a midair stunt. Cal Chamberlin will not be in Dothan this week.

Dothan Herbert Sherman Umtil Buddy Bates Mike Cal Chamberlin

Defiant Roosevelt Speech Signals New Deal War Plans

President Roosevelt’s remarks to Congress stir debate within the Democratic base and provoke Republican independents as they hint at possible shifts in the New Deal and looming election strategies. A Liberty League critique echoes amid talk of Garner, Smith, and party unity as 1932 tactics reappear. A separate county notice promotes a hog sale under 4-H supervision with local officials listed.

Washington Roosevelt Meewege Congress Nye North Dakota Smith Will Speau Alfred Smith American Liberty League League Maverick Texas Liberty League Chamber of Commerce of United States Roonevelt Chicago Republican Tank Fileo G. Oo. 1 Thin Tenek Vegata Hnandal Indurtely Groupe Gov Smith Provident Smithx Addrona New Deal Hraith Joan Sid Lewis D. Minolta Teague Finah Ucket Nogates Perhape Smith Pend

Roosevelt Speech Drives War of Words In Congress

President Roosevelt’s state of the union address sparks a heated battle in Washington as supporters praise his forceful denunciation of autocracy and critics claim the speech exposes dangers of a new deal opposition. The scene unfolds in a colorfully packed House and across radio networks with strong language about democracy versus dictatorship.

Treas Statl Washington APJ Roosevelt House of Representatives Wein Harrangue Henry P. Fletcher Rachal- Jongo Han Mada Carthin New Deal Atorm Almont Nz “‘Palllle Vil Puppela Retuala Bobigerente America Toonivelt Europe Agia Allocratia

Aged Recluse Nearing Death and Wealth Found at Home

Police find over $30,000 in bank books tied to Anna Cloutier 60 and sister in law Amadees 60 in a shabby three story New York home. The pair, near death from starvation, had ample food but failed to heat the home. Jewelry valued at thousands along with bank deposits suggest hidden wealth. Neighbors report the sisters kept the upper floors unoccupied and the ground floor lived in. A passerby noticed a stove fire and flooded cellar prompting discovery. Doctors said Anna had died at least three days earlier while Amadees lay comatose and unlikely to survive.

New Toa Jan Patney Bia Anna Cloutier Amedes Cloutier Ley Bank Hooke New York Panka Citutier Tnny Ping Rink Arveral Watehe

Governor Allen Seizes Control Amid Long Forces Clash

New Orleans scene as Governor Allen asserts temporary authority during a disputed January 21 primary. Robbed of clear victory, supporters of late SenatorHP Langernued rally while charges of vote buying and irregularities surface. Congressional probes loom as officials pledge fair counts and possible provisional governance under federal supervision.

New Orleans United States Army Harry P Meines White Waldleca Hpong Laban Nate Tallure United States Kederst Helberg pantLange Une Gavernanian Jami

FARMS NEEDED FOR RESETTLEMENT PROGRAM

A Rural Resettlement Administration appeal seeks assignments of farmland for 25 farming units. Foreman said 4.2 million acres could be used, with rentals paid in February or March or in autumn during harvest. Owners willing to sacrifice rent may participate, after rent is collected from farm proceeds.

Adm Wike Trey Ivey

Court to reopen Monday as judge to issue six month orders

Maysville Kentucky January 4 A court reopen plan sets Judge Halstead to write new orders for six months after a holiday recess ending Saturday The statutory schedule moves the next sessions including grand jury dates and criminal sessions This follows a Christmas recess and court house clock trouble with the year clock faces showing different hours.

Helvtead Houston County Circuit Court Kession D . Halvtead Juter Halstead Tim Maysville Court House Hilizard

Weather Summary for Alabama and Northwest Florida

Alabama fair with colder night and frost in the southern portion. Sunday will be warmer in the west. Northwest Florida partly cloudy and colder with probable frost inland tonight, Sunday generally fair.

Alabama Florida

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