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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1915
Page
1
Frank Holt, Cornell professor, who shot J.P. Morgan at his home near Lenox Cove, died in Mineola jail. Authorities debated whether death was a suicide by leaping from a cell door opening or a fall from a jail cell. Dr Cleghorn confirmed a fractured skull as the cause, while others reported a possible explosion from a cell, with aboard from the cell top noted.
A fragmentary OCR listing appears to name numerous individuals and places including Cottondale Florida and Biloxi Mississippi. The text resembles a roster or notice of names connected to a public or legal listing with multiple addresses and affiliations.
An old advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm to relieve nasal congestion from colds or catarrh. It promises open nostrils and easier breathing by applying a small amount inside the nose, with relief from headaches dryness and nighttime breath struggles.
Reports from Laredo Texas say six hundred Carranza troops died in an all day clash aimed at capturing Paredun, a Villa stronghold thirty miles northwest of Montery. About eighteen thousand engaged, total casualties around two thousand. reinforcements reviewed the attack in honor of Independence Day at Vera Cruz.
Smyrna Sunday School reports quarter ending Fate 30 with Brother Brd Whidden as superintendent and W. T. Cannon as secretary treasurer. Teachers listed for multiple classes, 4 through 10, with several named matrons and male teachers. Four point class records show many students reaching 100 percent in attendance and achievement. overall attendance improving but not yet ideal.
Montgomery mourns the loss of BM Granberry brother of Mrs W W Seidle after a submarine torpedo strike off Cornwall. He died after being evacuated from the ship as details reported by Consul Amoxtrong to the Department of State. His mother, residing with Mrs Reidle, is visiting relatives in Do han.
The Houston County Binur Singing Convention opened at Ben lah Church on July 3 with acting president M Raney. Members and guests, including Professors C L Tharp and T P Berry, led chorus numbers and addressed reports from arranging committees before adjournment for a closing prayer.
A letter from Geo Havenstein, cashier of the Fini Nation Bank of Commerce, praises Ms Campbell who becomes pastor at the Presbyterian church in Marttiesburg. The letter lauds her as a valuable citizen Dothan has acquired.
A Dothan Alabama congregation writes to Hattiesburg Mississippi seeking publication of resolutions supporting Rev Campbell as he leaves Hay Street church after nine years. The letter praises his leadership, condemns no one, and notes his impact on church growth and missionary work. The note also acknowledges the pastor’s wife and expresses regret at the separation while valuing his counsel and friendship.
Governor Henderson announced the formation of a new State Tax Commission naming Thomas W. Sims of Mobile as chair. Other commissioners include Mooring of Anniston, Stramtu rger of Montgomery, and Frank Marquis of Dorn with Henry White and Andre Evans as members. Also appointed was BR. W. Solomon of Etumpka as Chief Clerk of the Cemetery Department, effective Friday May 9.
A chaotic scene at a local grocery store includes shopping bags mishaps and disruptive customers. An orderly delivery driver faces opportunistic theft as a truck and bicycles are compromised. Separate notices announce a birth and legal matters while reflections on life and vows appear among the clamor.
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