Local News Weekly July 11 1908
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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1908
Page
4
Bill in the White House and June bugs yet to come
The text discusses a forthcoming Bill in the White House and seasonal June bugs, noting July flies will likely arrive in August. It also ponders whether Anna and Hellie are married and suggests settling the matter promptly or excluding it from the free list.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Anna
Hellie
If Socialists search jails for a governor nominee
A quip notes the Socialist party lacking a jailed figure to nominate for governor or president, suggesting they might comb penitentiaries for a suitable candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Socialist Party
The Man Who Gets Mad At Newspapers
A quotation from the Alabama Beacon notes that a man angered by a paper’s portrayal should thank the paper three times daily for what it knew and kept hidden. The remark hinges on censorship, perception, and accountability in media.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Alabama Beacon
Memory of Joel Chandler Harris Endures Worldwide
The memory of Joel Chandler Harris will outlast any man George has produced in a hundred years. He was not known in politics, but he is known by English speaking people the world over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joel Chandler Harris
George
Ed Johnson Answers Governor After Dinner
At the Samson blow out Governor Comer drew disfavor with the crowd. Ed Johnson rose to state his reply after dinner and delivered it to a large audience of his supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samson
Comer
Ed Johnson
New York Safe Blowers Net $25000 Amid Risks
Report states a group of safe blowers in New York earned 25000 for a recent job. The text notes the high risk of premature explosions and danger from passersby and night watchmen, making the pay seem large yet not guaranteed due to frequent failures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
German author predicts Japan will wipe United States from map
The Montgomery Advertiser notes a German writer foresees Japan erasing the U S from the map soon. The piece adds that if any country achieves this, the erased map should be returned and redrawn by the United States to restore its borders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montgomery Advertiser
Japan
United States
At the same time the twenty four inch pistol law went into effect
A fragment notes burglars and peeping Toms as potential concerns as a new twenty four inch pistol law takes effect, indicating public safety jitters.
Warning to Dothan Citizens About Night Disturbances
An editorial warns that certain outsiders disturb Dothan residents at night and predicts violent responses if disorder continues. It notes lingering weapons in homes and urges caution while criticizing journalists for focusing on the rich. It laments sensational reporting and calls for public interest in real world actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dothan
Nicefello
Sam
Registrars Replace McGriff with White in Houston County
The Houston County Board of Registrars kept registration books open at the courthouse on Monday and Tuesday. T. P. McGriff resigned after running for commissioner, and Captain M. W. White was appointed to fill his place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston County Board of Registrars
Court House
T. P. McGriff
Capt. M. W. White
Non-resident Notice in Alabama Chancery Case
The State of Alabama Houston county notices Alma Baxter versus Alex Baxter in the 17th Chancery Division at Dothan. The defendant, a Florida resident over 21, must plead by August 1, 1908, or a decree pro confesso may be entered. Publication runs weekly for four weeks in the Dothan Eagle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Houston County
Alma Baxter
Alex Baxter
Chancery
Dothan
Register
M. B. Byrd
Florida
Dothan Eagle
County of
Houston
Dissolution Notice of Armstrong & Coe Saw Mill Firm
The saw mill business firm Armstrong & Coe dissolves as C. E. Coe retires. G. L. Armstrong continues the business and will pay all old firm debts. All accounts are to be paid to G. L. Armstrong. June 25, 1908. G. L. Armstrong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armstrong & Coe
C. E. Coe
G. L. Armstrong
Land for Sale Kinsey Farm and Buildings Bargain
Store house dwelling and 33 acres of good farm land in Kinsey offered for sale at a bargain. For details contact J P D Wilkerson Columbia Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kinsey
J. P. D. Wilkerson
Columbia
Ala
Stray Steers Ad Seeks Owner in Dothan
A yoke of red and white pied steers with brass tipped horns wandered to the advertiser's home in late June. Owner can claim by paying expenses plus the cost of this ad. H. T. Lane, Dothan. tf.
Persians and their fondness for mirrors in Persia
The Persians are said to love mirrors, shipping vast numbers yearly into the shah’s country. They prize shiny reflectors for self view and parlor decor, with rooms often hemmed by large pier glasses. Visitors sometimes bump noses and knees walking through glassy aisles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Persia
To Easyman's Discomfiture in Norristown Times
A brief note from the Norristown Times reports Mrs. Easyman securing a bargain of a husband after a recent tilt. The item suggests Mr. Scraphard lacks honors in the contest, while Mrs. Easyman proves a sharp bargainer in marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Easyman
Scraphard
Mr. Scraphard
Norristown Times
Also Mentioned on This Page
W. T. Hall
Atext
Board of Registrars
Frederick van Feden
Ampsterdam
H. T. Lane
Staceree
Satial
Robinson & Cherry
Dothan Dry Goods Co
J. Meyrovtz
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