Growth of Dothan and Houston County in 19th Century
A historical report outlines Dothan Alabama and Houston County growth, geography, and population. It notes Dothan as a key commercial hub near the Chattahoochee River, with county formation years, 1890s population estimates, postoffice receipts, and financial figures. Agricultural shift from lumber and turpentine to farming is described, highlighting regional economic transition.
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St Anderws Bay
United Stars
Dothie
Mouktet Covty
Alabama
Dothun
Stotheant
Sauthi
Nnles
Aouth
Ams
Chattahoorhio
Alahane
Eargin Dotan
Puna Ina
St. Andrews
Pensacola
Hranssirk
Savainuib
Dothan
Phana
Unaaton
Luis
Rvasipte
Boigaib
Dothan Poste
Dothant
Houston County
Fragmented yet vivid account of cotton trade and local life
A garbled late nineteenth century fragment describes cotton markets, shipping routes via Panam Canal, and naval stores with references to Dothan and New York. It notes deterioration of trade routes, proposed deepening channels, and impacts on local ports, alongside scattered civic, education, and personal notices amid market turbulence.
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Europe
Witter Raute
Penpie
Aterien
West Indies
New York
Dathan
Bind the Nations Together Theme in Italy Earthquake Aid
Fragmentary OCR reflects a stressed discourse citing Dan Hirano and others on binding nations together amid Italy earthquake relief. Public figures and churches in Chicago are referenced as supporting humanitarian efforts and reconciliation through financial aid and symbolically turning swords into plowshares.
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Hirano
Dan
Italy
Chicago
Apyailk Fur Financial
Disastrous shocks hit coast as earth tremors fear eruption
A chaotic report describes multiple shocks near Vesuvius and Calahoin with warnings of heavier quakes expected Monday. Fire ruined municipal records as winds scattered papers aboard ships. authorities cite a geologic fault line between Mount Vesuvius and nearby formations, noting potential further danger and a large money loss avoided.
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Venaoa
Jaaob Brink Perret
Proakdyn
Mallenech
Raya Virwrvatars
Flesi
Salutslas
Anita
Hlaly
BLAAO
Grocery Market Strong Demand for Sweet Potatoes
Strong demand for sweet potatoes drives activity at the market with buyers seeking bulk supplies and retailers restocking shelves. Traders report steady interest from regional grocers and food processors amid favorable crop prospects.
Lost steer sighted near Columbia and Dathan area
A black steer with a white spot on its side is missing from the City Market area near Columbia and Dathan. The owner offers a reward for its return and asks for any trace of Thad, the animal’s caretaker, to be reported.
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Ad Webb
Columbia
Dathan
Montgomery and Dothan Street Tax Debate Rages
A fragmented speech contrasts Montgomery and Dothan policies with a call to refuse street labor taxes. The speaker favors ten days of street work over a five dollar levy and urges residents to meet at six to organize, expressing pride in Dothan and disdain for Montgomery.
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Montgomery
Dothan
Dethan
Domingut
Onahoun
Avroeis
Ely
Des plan for relieving Des Than taxes and fees
A reader vents frustration at Des Than taxes and water charges. Complains of high motor rents and city fees, noting Montgomery residents escape heavy taxation. References poor winter, rising costs, and unequal tax burden on locals and out-of-town workers.
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Dothan Haa J
Desthan
A Modern Aamped Fox and the Grapes Fable Fragment
A garbled mumbled tale describes a fox eyeing grapes and a mink observer offering a wary comment. The fox pauses to rest and mutters, denying the fruit, while the mink hints at unseen rewards beyond reach. The text is inconsistent and difficult to parse.
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Enyrench
Batchelors Offer Limited Suits For Cash On Delivery
Bachelor Bros advertises made to measure suits priced at 15.50 worth 25.00 with limited yardage and no samples. Cash on delivery emphasized as a quick sale to men and friends seeking end of season remnants.
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Batchelor Bros
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