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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1932
Page
4
In a grim update from Oatland Eng dated January 29, the admiralty announces no further hope for the 61 officers aboard the British submarine M-3. Rescue efforts shifted after debris turned up marine flags and canvas, while explorers faced dangerous seas and several failed dives near the suspected wreck site.
Atlanta Ga Jan 28 AP nis Calman a Birmingham Alabama university sophomore died from a cerebral hemorrhage after an in class boxing tournament physicians said he collapsed from excitement after the match and over exertion in examination Calman who suffered from high blood pressure was the son of Mrs bn Calman of Birmingham. The opponent was not to blame and no single blow precipitated the hemorrhage he died in the third round of his match.
Officials said more than 100 people registered to vote as the books opened Monday. Registrations were expected to reach higher totals, with a 20 day period for registration previously, now cut to about half that time. Local officials anticipated strong turnout.
Tax assessor and Mr and Mrs John Ea Coltins returned yesterday from Springs Arkansas after a three week stay.
The Eagle poll shows Governor Ritchie of Maryland leading with 52 percent, Roosevelt 26 percent, Baker 12 percent, and Garner and Smith tied at 5 percent each. The straw vote began Wednesday and runs two weeks to February 10, with readers urged to vote on the front page.
More than 160 persons attended the Alabama Congress of Parents and Teachers 19th district session at Young Junior High School. District chairman Marian W. Redd presided as Rev. T. G. Jones gave the invocation. State leaders Mrs. Edward H. Smith Mary England state treasurer Mrs. James Fitts Hill and Mrs. Roy Nolen were billed to speak. The gathering was to end about 3 this afternoon.
The Houston county health department reports 1098 births and 584 deaths for 1931, a near two to one margin. Medical exams covered 655 children with 138 inspections. dental checks reached 1,293 involving 1,203 with defective teeth.
Raymon Bryant and Sam Brooks were jailed on charges of larceny for stealing chickens in the Flowers Chapel community. A third man, John Lewis, was also jailed on an assault and battery charge after being arrested last night by county officers.
The Eagle columnist Frank Pridgen, a lawyer by profession, came back late yesterday from visits to Birmingham and Tuscaloosa where he spent several days on business.
Readers vote in a straw ballot listing seven named Americans being discussed as presidential candidates in this year’s issue. A blank space invites reader input on preferred choice.
Alabama's Southeast Economic Council division nears completion with 25 leading citizens named to aid the 500-member Southern panel. Heads include Donald Comer of Birmingham and Mrs. I. T. Quinn of Montgomery. The group aims to boost regional prosperity by aligning agriculture and industry.
English peas were on sale at the Dothan curb market yesterday for the first time since last spring. Marketmaster Mrs. W. G. Pruett attributed the early crop to mild weather and noted peas are typically harvested in late February or early spring.
John Tally Rollins, brother of Sheriff Rolling, is in a Dothan hospital today in serious condition. He was taken to the hospital this morning. Rollins has a history of high blood pressure and had been confined to a hospital for over a month during the summer.
C. A. McGee, license inspector for Henry county, said he stopped a young man near the county line for operating two cars with only one license. McGee confirmed the suspect owns both vehicles and was cited accordingly.
John T. Brown, a Confederate veteran and justice of the peace, is noted in this brief obituary or biographical item. The record highlights his veteran status and role in local governance.
John Budd and Raymond Spann defeated John Willbrand and Earl Thomas 3 and 2 in a return match at the Dothan course. Budd shot two rounds of 72 while Spann faded after the first nine. Willbrand and Thomas showcased long drives and steady putting.
City hall hosts an afternoon meeting of federated clubs and women missionary groups to discuss obtaining jobs for the unemployed in Dothan. Kiwanis sponsors the effort and plans a Kiwanis unemployment bureau with cooperation from the Salvation Army and local civic groups.
Harvey Searcy former circuit court clerk was in a local hospital in serious condition after taking poison by mistake early Tuesday. Officials said today his condition has improved to fair and he was able to return home yesterday.
County road superintendent C. C. W McEachern says about 11 bridges are needed in Houston County. Work will begin as soon as funds are available to buy materials, with construction not expected to start until early spring.
Abbeville court officials report a grand jury is in session this week. Civil cases are also being tried in circuit court as part of the term.
A state highway department report this week says the route from Dothan to Montgomery is paved and in excellent condition. It notes surface treated segments from Dothan to Ozark and from Brundidge to Troy, with paved sections from Troy to Montgomery and Dothan to the Florida line.
The Dothan High School basketball team will face Ozark High School at the Athletic Club Court in Five Points at 7 o clock tonight. Dothan’s players promise a strong effort after hard workouts and recent improvement following an early slump.
A 49 year old man who claimed a broken back and said his home was in Georgia was found lying on S Andrews Street. He was taken to a Dothan hospital for an exam where an X ray showed no back injury. He borrowed a walking cane from police before leaving town yesterday.
No report of actions by the U S grand jury in session since Monday was issued today. The panel was convened to consider alleged fraud in obtaining government seed loans. Thirteen Houston county residents were indicted. all posted bonds except former seed loan collector Thomas L Hutchingsy, now in U S marshal custody.
The fourth chest clinic in Geneva County is in progress this week led by Dr and Mrs S B McPhee with Miss Tommie Tyson from the state health department assisting Dr I G Nichols the county health officer and Miss Zola Brewer the county health nurse. About 50 patients are scheduled for examinations during the week.
Only two days remain to settle poll taxes as the tax books close Monday. About 1,000 voters paid today, with nearly 3,000 still delinquent.
Clarence May is circulating cards announcing his bid for councilman in Ward Two, joining seven others seeking election. Dr. I C Bates has announced for Ward Two, with incumbents J P Botts and Bates. Botts plans reelection. Miles Miller may run in Ward Three, leaving two current members not running. Floy Hall and T H McEntyre of Ward One have not stated intentions.
Cincinnati January 28 three court appointed alienists declared Charles Bischoff eccentric cobbler and confessed kidnaper slayer of 6 year old Marian McLean insane The judge had said Bischoff would be sent to Lima State Hospital for Criminal Insane if the examiners found him of sound mind The alienists studied the case for ten days
A total of 360 hogs sold for 3272.58 dollars at the Ashford cooperative sale. About 167 farmers attended the event, with the hogs purchased by a Moultrie, Georgia company. A hog sale is planned for Dothan next Friday.
Special Judge J. D. Morton directed a verdict of acquittal for J. Bast Ramsey, president of the failed Houston National Bank & Trust company. Ramsey faced charges of fraudulent breach of trust over $250,000 state highway funds, but the judge ruled the money was in the general fund, not a trust fund, ending the case.
More than 809 hookworm treatments were prepared for mailing at the county health office yesterday. The packets are to be sent to pupils in county schools.
Cottonwood meets Dothan Athletic Club in the first round at Hartford with Dothan favored to win. The opener starts at 9 30 p m, followed by Midland City vs Abbeville and Slocomb vs Marianna. The Hartford club seeks a title with Walton Laney and Strickland boosting the guard and forward positions.
Reports say a Shanghai armistice collapsed and fighting continued as fires spread through the chapel area. Britain hints at joint action with the United States to protect the International Settlement while Japan strengthens naval and air incursions. An American destroyer arrives amid growing casualties and international tension.
Secretary Stimson announced after a cabinet meeting that Japan has assured foreign rights in the Shanghai settlement will be respected under pressure from the American and British governments. Hope for a quick peaceful adjustment in Shanghai rested on a navy truce report denied by Japanese observers.
Hearts of janitors in the city schools were gladdened today when they received semi monthly salaries. A total of $250.29 was paid to the school employees, with $259.39 including the maintenance men’s weekly salary. A car load of coal was purchased for the city schools.
Herman H Moll director of music at the State Normal school and Troy High school will visit Saturday to organize a local music class. Moll offers violin saxophone trumpet and other orchestral and band instrument lessons.
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