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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1935
Page
9
The executives of the R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Co voice billboard claims that Camel cigarettes don’t affect the smoker’s wind. The column humorously suggests trying a daily pack for six months and sprinting a half block to escape rain, ending with a jab at Murad’s embarrassment.
Curtis B reports on varied tax forms including property, sales, income, inheritance, liquor, and franchise taxes across states, noting evolving trends such as gas and cigarette taxes and the emergence of franchise taxes. Roosevelt’s advisers discuss rates, while Doughton’s committee plans hearings to gather information before drafting any bill, with no specific rates set.
Fragmentary OCR lists several teachers and students including Georg Paarobdy, Carl Stephens Jamestown Tenn, Milligan College, Misa Kayron Campbell, Mary Marsh, Eriline Morrow, Mra Walter Verkson, Annie Laurie Rutlerd and Dans Pardue. The era tone suggests a local school roster or event notice with multiple grades and staff.
TVA leaders claim a renewed battle to secure cooperation from Alabama Mississippi and Tennessee as officials pledge allegiance to President Roosevelt's welfare deferment. David K Lithenthal states the agency has just begun its fight for electrification and independence from power monopolies amid patriotic rhetoric and national policy.
Listings for Houston Alabama and Alcazar theatres present Gene Stratton Porter's The Keeper of the Bees with Nell Hamilton and Bettye Furness, plus Main Street Follies. Claude Rains stars in The Mystery of Edwin Drood with Heather Angel and David Manners. Teacher Bea also shown. Frank travel notes describe desert vengeance and modern red riding hood chapters with various actors.
A fragmented report describes Italy allegedly threatening Ethiopia’s independence with force. It notes U S involvement, Kellogg pact questions, and Ethiopian claims of blocked munitions from European firms. It mentions Eritrean border clashes and Italian denial of the appeal at Rome.
A July report from Trobe Pennsylvania notes Minera Mills and Plain Jatt were accused of illegal fishing for 108 days at a rate of 70 fish per period. Investigators claim some fish counts exceeded the legally permitted limits, with Myron Shoemek named in the allegations.
A Bull Column photo shows Carl Griffin, local undertaker, in a moment of personal worry. The piece uses humor to reflect collective anxious mood as incomes dwindle and citizens face ongoing stress. Griffin ponders a haircut, not mortality, in a reflective vignette.
Williamson blocks completion of Longs bid to take over New Orleans city hall. Legislature weighs bills to move city employee hiring firing and tax collection to state control while restricting the mayoral power and limiting use of federal relief funds. The move aims to place most city workers under state civil service and widen supervision over police and fire boards.
A fragmented weekly menu lists breakfast and meal items from Monday to Saturday. Items include grapefruit, rice flakes, milk, ham, biscuits, butter, coffee, and varied fruits. Several misspellings and odd pairings appear, with multiple breakfast and snack options noted each day.
A Dothan debutante, Miss Tes Spoonks, summering near Panama City, is pictured in fashionable shorts popular with young men. The image, titled The Dream of the Shin News Reporter by Bull Cahimn artist, shows attire in fawn, burnt orange, purple and olive tones.
Dispatches report Huey Long of Louisiana plans a first invasion of New England on July 4 with an address. A photographer traveled to observe local preparations but found all individuals photographed appeared identical. Baton Rouge officials say the plan will hold until Huey issues further notice.
A minor incident near the North Platte River caused sandy contamination and disrupted Caspar's municipal water supply. Officials report the event as a cautionary note to residents while restoration crews assess damage and restore service.
Elba city schools announce faculty for the 1836 86 term led by Aust J C Dixon. Mrs Roberta Childs from Onéonta Ala, Mrs Wesley Ham of Elba, and Mrs Mayo Prescott of Elbs are named from Troy State Teachers College and Troy State Tarchere College. Edward W. Seay of Cookeville is also listed.
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