This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 19 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1907
Page
4
A short newspaper notice lists mail matter classification and contact details for a Do than Alabama post office as second class mail. It notes subscription price one dollar per year and a local phone line. The item appears as a period publication with a casual comment about the paper’s ease and a hint of novelty.
The passage notes the contrast between wealth and poverty, complains about trains late and wreckers, and predicts 1908 will look better beside a subscriber’s name, implying optimism for the new year amid social critique.
If you receive this paper and do not want it, inform us to stop delivery. Pass the word to the right contacts and prevent further copies. Others are waiting and wish to know how to opt out efficiently.
A large sum changed hands on the first day and a fresh copy of the latest signature was attached to numerous valuable finance works.
A brisk reflection on the intrusion of the Boer War’s distant artillery and the urge to form resolutions when the need arises, not waiting for January 1. The speaker dismisses waiting for the New Year and urges timely self-improvement.
A small group of readers still lacks a copy as demand grows. Officials note limited stock and warn the chance to join is shrinking while supplies hold.
The speaker argues most people will act rightly when there is a clear demand for it. Creating that demand is the prelude to moral action and societal improvement.
The mayor of Gordon had the justice of the peace before him for selling liquor and fined him $50. The report notes the justice did not appear to be held in contempt of court.
The speaker notes that life reveals more people and more good than bad as time passes, urging a break from cynicism and a strong corrective dose of honesty and perspective.
The price is one dollar yearly payable in cordwood or various wood types or trimmed metal or barter items. Acceptable exchanges include shoats lard bacon or East ern News dry goods and general merchandise and old type metal.
The notice lists winter rollers grease machine oil kerosene gasoline belting and job stick items such as flat writing 17x22 20 lb preferred. If material is unavailable subscribers may provide money equivalent to face value for necessary use.
At a First Baptist Church business meeting in Dothan Mr. B. G. Farmer was re-elected Sunday School Superintendent for the year. This marks his seventeenth consecutive term since first election in June 1891. Attendance grew from under fifty to over 250. collections rose from a few dimes to over 400 dollars, reflecting a mature, aging roster of workers.
Rufus Jones of Dawson Alabama has sold his Macon Telegraph Montgomery Advertiser and Mobile Herald newspaper roles to become district manager for the Chicago Portrait Company. His territory covers south Alabama west Florida and part of southwest Georgia with a high salary. His friends note his departure is a loss to the press and wish him success in the new post. Hughes in New York pushes for Hearst to receive a fair mayoral count though the term nears its end.
A tribute notes that the work of a Sunday school leader influences hundreds of scholars and suggests he has many achievements ahead in the field. The piece emphasizes belief in his impact and continued record of service.
The note argues that a strong local opera house in Dothan would spare residents from paying high prices for touring performances and reduce burden from traveling shows.
The Probate Court orders R. H. Walker as administrator to sell at the courthouse door in Houston County Alabama on February 2 for cash the deceased Mrs. S Moran estate. Items include a lady's gold watch and chain, gold bracelets, a jewelry lot, clothing trunk, and two boxes of trifles to pay debts and administration costs.
A marriage took place on Thursday afternoon between Mr M Cody and Miss Nancy Lay. Both resided south of town.
D. W. Hodges left a dollar with us this week to test what sort of paper we publish during the year. The act reflects interest in the journal’s progress and future improvements.
A city center facility touts premier shipping capabilities and high quality fertilizers. It asserts no acid phosphate below 14 percent and pledges superior product standards for local agriculture.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.