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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1932
Page
1
The report notes a kiddies fire plug shower at W Troy and Alles streets at 3 pm on Thursday. It cites Independence Day drownings dropping from 181 to 81 nationally and motor accidents causing 111 deaths despite wet midwest weather. An old timer recalls 1932 as a quiet Fourth in Dothan, predicting next year may bring tragedy or violence.
The Birmingham News reports highway engineers Arnold Davis and Harry Nelson are testing cotton based road construction in Alabama. They lay large rolls of coarse cotton fabric between road layers, asphalt soaks through, creating a waterproof airtight surface. If successful, this may boost demand and prices for cotton.
The article recalls early Georgia gold fever, noting Lumpkin County predates California’s rush. It references 1849 statistics by George White and describes historical journeys of fortune seekers and the enduring allure of gold across continents.
A historical survey traces Georgia gold mining near Dahlonega, recounting Cherokee sovereignty, federal removal in 1835, and the 19th century rushes fueled by tales of “there’s millions in it.” It also surveys Eden dreams in Madeira, Mallorca, Dominica, and other islands as refuges from modern life, noting rising costs and shifts in local life.
Observers recount Eugene O Neill’s habits from tearful handkerchiefs at rehearsals to private planning of 87 unwritten plays. He drafts in precise Spencerian script, then transcribes with few changes. Four plays were fully imagined, with friends noting his seriousness and avoidance of sensationalism rather than circus theater.
A humorous 1910s style quip sheet notes the slogan Batchelor's Buttons Grown By W C Batchelor and laments a girl’s forgiveness for failed kiss attempts while criticizing men who let doctors perform charity work.
Community notes recount visitors in Dothan including Humphrey For and Miss May Wilson Foy from Eufaula visiting Mrs. S O Williams. Reflections on social views, respect, and work ethic blend with brief local mentions of travel and gatherings. The column closes with a proverb on effort and leisure.
Washington letter notes Senator Walsh of Montana kept control at a raucous Democratic convention in Chicago. He used soft tones, then sharp language to restore order, notably during the delayed platform drafting when delegates clogged the center aisle and a Mississippi senator was called to sit.
A humorous exchange shows a frightful husband asking about his wife’s ailment and a quick reply that her issue is “the car” prompting disbelief and a light, era-appropriate irony.
A witty remark contrasts a college man with a cigarette lighter, noting the difficulty of lighting the latter, attributed to the Wyoming Fighting Top.
A wedding notice from Buffalo Evening News highlights the marriage of Getzcook and their Los Angeles bride groom, signaling a local station's interest in the union. The brief caption underscores the couple's nuptial event.
A chatty Tit-Bits exchange ponders whether a man is truly engaged to Peggy. The reply balances two possible outcomes, offering polite congratulations either way.
A wealthy child becomes severely malnourished despite balanced meals and expert care. A psychologist prescribes a staged shift to simple foods like baked beans to spark appetite, followed by gradual reintroduction of proper fare. The piece notes anxiety around eating can hinder acceptance of nutritious meals.
The article explains urticaria or hives as a skin reaction involving small blood vessels. It discusses acute urticaria caused by external agents and local treatment, and notes chronic urticaria as more constitutional than regional, with possible involvement of respiratory GI and even brain in rare cases.
A historic menu lists chilled tomato juice baked chicken browned tomatoes buttered turnips and cucumber salad in gelatin with currant jelly. Strawberry whip dessert uses crushed strawberries whipped cream lemon juice and egg whites, plus a frozen cake recipe with butter orange juice and sugar frosting.
Old Jonah and John paint a canoe red and name it The Pride of the River. John teaches friends canoeing basics at the boat house, stressing safe entry, balance, and keeping the boat dry. He warns never swap seats mid voyage and to avoid canoeing without swimming ability.
Five women students received certificates after completing a flying course at Brenau College in Gainesville Ga the first such diploma award by a southern women's college. Graduates included Alice Foote of Chicago Helen Matthews of Connellsville Pa Beatrice Oakes of Medina Ohio Elizabeth Matsinger of Winston Salem N C and Mary Helen Roop of Carrollton Ga.
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