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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1929
Page
1
The county court opens with a light calendar of thirty eight cases before Judge Harry K. Martin. Ten are revenue law violators and two involve attempt to murder. Five face assault and battery charges while others cover liquor violations property sales and bad checks. Numerous defendants are listed with varied charges and case details.
A lantern hung from the rear of Mr Weeks Buick while gas was being poured into the tank at Dixie Service Station. The lantern ignited fumes and flames spread until the local fire department suppressed the blaze. No major damage occurred.
The American Legion Auxiliary seeks about 150 dollars in donations to fund artists representing Dolan on a Pensacola station broadcast. Last year the chamber funded a 200 dollar trip. this year the Auxiliary covers 150 with organization funds making up the rest. A campaign will canvass business houses this week.
Beziers based Pi Wines notes the 1928 vintage is above average in quality and quantity though good color is scarce. The Herault region, a major wine producer, harvested about 60 million gallons more wine than last year, signaling strong regional yields.
Schools in Dothan reopen after a two week flu outbreak with attendance near normal. Superintendent Mosely reports 332 of 1905 white pupils absent, high school only 26 absent, and 175 of about 1000 negro students missing. Health officials say the crest passed and the illness is spreading slowly countywide, with only a few deaths.
Fire damaged a Reynolds home when wood remnants in a hearth ignited during chimney construction. The blaze was put out by the fire department using chemicals. A Chevrolet owned by Mr. Clark near Frazier hospital also burned, nearly destroying the vehicle before firefighters arrived.
The steamship Aagot loaded 3,590 tons of scrap iron from Tampa for a smelting plant in Germany. Much of the scrap came from old motor cars, signaling a substantial iron recovery.
Richmond adds to Poe Memorial as Elizabeth Arnold Poe’s name is given to a new fireproof wing to house Poeana. The addition features a reproduction of the actress mother’s cradle where Poe’s mother died, with Ed gar Allen Poe’s fame noted.
The monoplane Question Mark neared seven days aloft with no sign of trouble as Maj. Spatz faced possible forced landings due to missing cylinders. Engines were readjusted after midair fixes and refueling, sustaining a high-altitude voyage over the San Fernando Valley with multiple fuel passes.
In Chattanooga on January 7 Dr. Frederick E. Stockwell, secretary of the Presbyterian Church's Board of Christian Education, told the council's annual meeting that there is such a thing as too many colleges in a single area. He urged consolidation of denominational and nondenominational schools and recommended streamlining efforts.
Construction begins on Wyatt Harfis residence with two additional buildings planned nearby. The notice cites local officials and outlines development details received this morning, including site preparation and modest timelines.
Fair and slightly warmer in the southern portion with frost tonight and Tuesday in the south. North portion remains continued cold with moderate to light winds along the coast.
John W Budd of Prattville Alabama has been elected field executive of the Choctawhatchee Area Council and will begin duties this week as announced by R L Gaines President Budd has long service in Scouting from Scout to Scoutmaster and led Prattville programs He will work on troop organization Court of Honor training camps and field activities while the council expands services Milan Italy Jan 7 Carolin a Tani 64 former Archbishop died today.
Robert Lawrence Adams aged 26 died Sunday at his home on S St Andrews Street from pneumonia. Funeral services were held at Howard Grove church with Rev Bob Hunter officiating and interment in the church cemetery. Fellows and Forrester led arrangements. Pallbearers were G L Vann B Parsons W G Vann G W Kornegay J I Buxley. Honorary pallbearers included LE Vann S E Vann C A Underwood Ester Capps I KE Jones W M Lewis. He survived by his mother and father and five siblings including J S Adams Walter Adams G H Adams Barnie Adams Harvey Adams and three sisters.
Paris reports an epidemic of severe colds among officials attending public memorials for war victims. The practice of removing hats to honor the dead has left many statesmen with prolonged forehead exposure and illness.
George L. Tex Rickard prominent boxing promoter died at 8 37 Sunday morning after an operation for appendicitis. His body travels to New York in a Havana Special baggage car as tributes come from Jack Dempsey and others at his bedside.
Houston County voters lag in poll tax payments with only 460 paid so far. Officials warn books close February 1 and low turnout could affect upcoming elections, including potential bond issues.
A fragmentary callout on Shakespearean references and stage lore hints at a feature about costumes and lines. The text cites lines from Hamlet Measure for Measure and Richard III, noting theatrical themes and a cryptic reference to a “Show of Rings” and poetic musings.
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