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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1911
Page
2
The column comments on daily life and weather with casual local asides. It mentions leaves forming buds, early spring tasks, and the impact of cold weather on plans and community routines. The tone is candid and neighborhood oriented.
A discussion on Chinese street litter and a proposed idea to employ Chinese religious scruples to curb waste paper. Mentions Confucius, Confucian rituals, and civic cleanliness efforts alongside medical notes on fasting and nutrition. References Dothan improvements and urban reform sentiments from a late 19th or early 20th century column. Includes tangential notes on vegetarianism and public health theories.
The Birmingham Ledger notes a sheriff ring in Alabama and warns the fee system could worsen. Cousin Chawies may run for the legislature next election, likely a lively race. Reports from Atlanta about mailing papers and tax deadlines mingle with local concerns on poll taxes and driving hazards in Houston and nearby towns. An uneasy mix of automobile and motorcycle speeds threatens accidents in rural Alabama towns including Ne, Dothan, and surrounding areas.
Citizens rally for rottan ae at the polls citing cleanliness beauty and urban pride. Supporters praise shade trees and public spirit while stressing street clearance and orderly streetscape as key goals.
A garbled reminiscence from a Dothan printer recalls long years in the trade and local figures. The speaker laments changes in the town’s printing history and mentions individuals and routines around the press days.
The passage notes a gifted amateur plans to reveal the medical figures Hippocrates and Gaier, arguing the amateur doctor’s insight surpasses that of professionals. It suggests the phenomenon may last long, as Kipling warned, with ongoing exposure to the untrained expert.
A citizen complains that Coast Line railroad cars linger on street crossings too long. Elba trains reportedly blocked E Newton Street leaving pedestrians unable to pass. Other crossings are said to be blocked longer than necessary, and officials should be alerted.
Help wanted at Thrasher Old Stable for daily Eagle delivery. Position near Conet Line Road. duties include horseshoeing as a skilled blacksmith. Apply in person at the office for details.
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