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 18 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1932
Page
1
In a January 6 1932 Dothan Eagle note readers learn about Bob Sealy and his setter Jake renowned for speed. The dog wears a bell on its collar and dashes from view. when the bell stops, Jake has pointed. The section reflects typical tiny local anecdotes printed with Associated Press content and period guidance.
A Cierva autogyro descended onto a New York pier after greeting the inventor aboard the Aquitania. Cierva announced plans to mass produce the autogyro later this year with a price under $2,000. He claimed it to be as safe and easy to operate as a car, with speeds near 100 mph, a development hailed by reporters and industry as a potential revolution in flight.
Twenty years ago in Dothan Mayor Jos Baker announced his candidacy for reelection. Mrs. Alice Taylor died at her home on route three. A marriage license was issued to Perry Sewell and Miss Lillien Fortson of Taylor. A. J. Coleman of Charleston spent a short time here. John Flowers was in Jakin Ga on business. E. S. Ford made a business trip south of Dothan. Mrs EB R Malone left for a visit in Boston Ge. W G Phillips lumberman of Pansey was here on business. Josh Couch spent a short time in Dothan on rout to Abbeville. The condition of Walthugh Lee who had been seriously ill was improved.
A terse aphorism from the Jasper Advertiser laments that modern parents waste slippers on the dames floor rather than in the place that would help most. The quip hints at domestic prudence and shifting priorities in the generation.
A satirical voice contrasts Democratic and Republican stances with Jeffersonian ideals. It argues that tariffs and free trade mirror each other in practice, that Jefferson’s statement on prosperity through free enterprise remains valid, and that current politicians ignore his federalist principles, causing ongoing problems.
The Atlanta Georgian urges readers to maintain confidence through economic cycles, citing Francis A. Walker on trade revival. It argues that optimism and proactive production spur demand, with the U.S. showing rapid recovery due to national character and resilience. The piece calls for looking forward to a forthcoming year of courage and industry.
A crowd witnesses a car run over a child in the street. Blood appears from the mouth as the vehicle leaves, the girl is taken to a hospital for examination and later dies. The scene recalls warnings about children skating unsafely in public spaces. A separate note mocks public figures and a local boast claims.
A letter from R J Goode of Gastonburg questions legislators on Gov Miller calling an extra session to debate restricting cotton production in 1932 and 1938. The Fairhope Courier editorial opposes the proposition, arguing against state control of individual farming choices and warning of socialism.
Charles McDowell of Eufaula, former lieutenant governor and near-governor candidate, runs for national committeeman from Alabama at the May primary with Courier backing. Mrs. A Malone of Dothan offers for woman member of the Democratic executive committee from Alabama, described as a steadfast Democrat upholding party platform.
A stark line from the Cross County Enterprise defines American schools as a big pile of brick facing a football field, reflecting a local view on college campuses and athletic culture.
An editorial from hdra times warns of gloom and global trouble with commercial distress in the United States and Europe. It urges charity and faith, noting the piece was written seventy four years ago and remains relevant for anxious times. Collier's Weekly adds that pessimists have learned little in seventy four years.
Washington Letter profiles Senator Metcalf of Rhode Island, chairman of a subcommittee on prohibition bills, noting his quiet manner, long service on education and labor, and his celebrated private philanthropy. It recounts his wartime hospital work in France and a village fountain donated in memory of war dead, named Mon siuer and Madame Metcalf.
Herbert Plummer sketches a Lower East Side Italian fish market where live eels swim in street tanks and occasionally escape. He also notes Fifth Avenue shops using hostesses to guide men through undergarment sections, and a Hollywood career path from a New York broker’s son. A street show in a major store invites children to hammer and nail to win toys, while one youngster proclaims he is “making a proposition.”
Alabama Governor Miller refuses to release a $12,000 appropriation to the Aviation Commission until teachers in the state are paid. The message from the Alabaster area emphasizes prioritizing school payroll over aviation funding, noting the priority of educating youth over advancing aviation interests.
The diary piece describes Bay Head life with a smoky stove episode at a seaside inn. Bertha, a long-time housekeeper, prefers space and old-fashioned iron pots, while the writer reflects on life, learning from mistakes, and the belief that most world trouble stems from ignorance. An amusing aside notes a former Waldorf-Astoria chef explaining cocktail sauce.
An article on pneumonia notes Osler called it the friend of the aged and discusses its impact across ages. It outlines pneumonia as lung inflammation caused by various germs, highlights Fraenkel and Weichselbaum germs, and mentions four major germ groups with ongoing research worldwide.
The text argues that parents must clearly separate reality from make believe for children and watch their reactions to judge if a story is appropriate. It notes a child’s anxious expressions versus smiles reveal the lesson’s fit, and mentions Larry Mullins, 98, Notre Dame graduate, coaching at the University of Kansas.
An essay argues that many children books mix fact and fantasy poorly and talk down to readers. It notes well written fairy tales and realistic stories engage children, while over-sugared works bore and confuse the young audience.
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.