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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1913
Page
1
A police reported after a collapse in McKinney Texas no further bodies were recovered. The death toll stood at one fatality with fourteen injured eight of whom were in serious condition. Rescue workers continued inspection as a nationwide incident drew attention.
A large frontage property on West Troy Street 245 feet and North Alice 105 feet is offered with rent options of 5 percent ROI or 1500 dollars monthly for 2750. The notice hints the lot’s value exceeds assessed taxes and references the Wilkie office phone 487. The text notes recent rainy weather affecting pork spoilage.
Report of Alabama Governor and relatives visiting Washington DC with private and official engagements. Charles Mounts and Cousin Charles toured waterfront and federal sites while the governor discussed legislative matters and potential reports from the state military board.
Fragmentary OCR shows a call for twelve elected from this board, dated February 7 or 13, with names including John Sanders and Porter Kirkland. Text is garbled with multiple repeated lines and misspellings.
Opelika joins the draft for a Georgia Alabama League with cities like Rome and Anniston named as possible members. Organizers plan a February meeting in Anniston to set officers and rules and to finalize league structure and funding.
Fragmentary OCR lists names including Martin Mehan Krol Porkster, Meyer Levine, Newton, Lannie Bilge, and Wuncebie Ar Sw Bavolman. Mentions a 9 ton stay and a public event at an unspecified location. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
A 20th Ward gathering in Dothan Alabama reviews candidate plans and asks Dr Oscar Howing to address the group. The note from Cave Nuwling to Hines Wiley of Croaby mentions scheduling a talk and coordinating efforts for community outreach.
Fragmentary religious text recounts Cain and Abel with references to offerings and divine questioning. Mentions prayer services, sermons, and community notes from a church including pastor and attendees.
A native of Houston County is listed among attendees at a meeting led by Rev James Alles Smith of Aukland. The report notes his attendance and connection to the local church community.
A Eufaula man, Merritt of Bufawa, filed candidacy for district attorney in the Middle District of Alabama. He appeared at a legislative gathering with supporters and pledged to pursue the office’s duties, contending he has the ability and the necessary qualifications.
Workington January 26 election results give Democrats control of the Senate with 48 seats exactly half the chamber. The outcome solidifies Democratic power and shapes potential legislation and political dynamics for the coming session.
The fragment blends ancient game jargon with political trials and a stray reference to Debs. It mentions players, referees, penalties, and coaching terms alongside legal proceedings and a 1904 style court scene involving Debs and a federal prosecutor, creating a mashed historical snapshot.
In Denver a chaotic ringside scene unfolds as Nelson faces Fay in a lightweight clash. The bout draws crowds, with rumors of a bride-to-be and sensational remarks from Denver cartoonists. Police and reporters note chaotic exchanges and unclear judging amid festive tension.
A disruptive incident at the Criterion Theatre affects audience safety and prompts swift action. Review of film plot and screen presentation follows as staff reassess safety measures and programming.
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