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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1932
Page
1
A Selma native Hunt Frasier, brother of Dr Alfred Frasier of Dothan, announces his candidacy for Congress in the Fourth District. The piece discusses leadership, political cynicism, and the need for unselfish, fearless governance amid a national political climate. It mentions other political figures and local remarks about voters and governance.
Prose style column criticizes deflation urges thought on scarcity and appetite warns against judging worth by wealth, condemns drunkenness and political bias, and laments Catholics in voting motives. Contains quips on prohibition and public virtue with reflections on humanity and folly.
A mock editorial railing about taxes and civil service expansions labels Chicago Tribune founder McCormick as hypocritical. It cites rising federal payrolls under Hoover and wartime bureaus, arguing Republican power fueled jobholders, and warns readers to pay poll tax before elections.
A Central of Georgia passenger train and an extra freight collided between Albany and Smithville, killing four men: Sid Taylor G W Gassitt Engineer Lindsay and a Negro fireman. The town recalls a busy period with licenses, sports plans, and local visits.
A clipped quip mocks American politics by claiming more bull in its ring than all Spain’s battles, echoing satirical undercurrents in the era. The line critiques spin and bravado in public discourse, using bold metaphor to contrast national bravado with historical conflicts.
A portrait of Lewis Deschler, a bespectacled 30 year old Parliamentarian for Speaker Garner. He whispers rulings to the chair, staying near the Speaker’s dais to prevent parliamentary tangles as a close House balance tests rules. Deschler, long trusted by Longworth, has risen from timekeeper to expert advisor, often working late to draft decisions for the next session.
Robert E Lee Memorial Foundation plans a nationwide citizens contribution to raise 65000 needed for Stratford on the Potomac. Alabama quota 4000, with J C Persons, First National Bank, Birmingham, as state treasurer collecting one dollar per citizen. All funds go to the national treasury in New York to reduce the Stratford mortgage.
New York letter recalls David Warfield who never acted in a film yet is said to be worth about 12 million dollars. It notes his frugal tastes and reluctance to risk movie stardom. It also lists several entertainers and their surprising career twists and fortunes.
Last summer Alice Brady named three plays by different authors for this season. One was a Sophie Treadwell drama. Her program changed overnight. She stepped into O Neill’s Mourning Becomes Electra and has been performing the trilogy daily. Ritchie of Maryland says war debts must be paid by debtors or by the American people.
Johnny Scott on his farm in Jackson county seven miles south of Grand Ridge reports a nice crop of berries nearly ripe for market. He has two and a half acres planted and already sold several crates. Unusually warm weather and careful cultivation explain the ahead‑of‑season ripening.
An article on child discipline arguing rules alone fail and that effective discipline aims to develop pro social, capable, and even happy individuals. It emphasizes balancing freedom and guidance, recognizing a child’s individual viewpoint, and notes classical insights from ancient Greece and Socrates on character formation.
The narrator and crew head north to Scotland. They cross the River Dee and reach the Firth of Forth. The hero declares they will form a clan and buy kilts and plaids, embracing a MacPuffy identity.
The Magic Maker warns the children to stay calm as a fierce wind blows near the cottage where Robert Burns was born. The little house is blown down but the Magic Maker assures no harm will come, while Peggy John and Surprisea witness the odd event and recall Burns’s future fame as a poet.
A parent can help a timid child by avoiding harsh scoldings and excessive punishment. Set a courageous example, assign small doable tasks, and praise successes to build confidence. Pair with friendly playmates, avoid unfavorable comparisons, and stress achievements while guiding interests away from self consciousness.
Survivors recount a fierce storm that toppled a cottage and forced a baby to be carried to a neighbor’s house. Shifting winds and torn pastry from Burns linger in memory as rescuers seek shelter for the vulnerable child wrapped in a shawl.
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