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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1932
Page
1
The Talladega Daily Home notes Chaplin as the richest screen star with a fortune of 7.6 million dollars. It comments on Americans aiding a poor English boy who rose through talent and hard work, despite early hardship and indelible poverty.
Covington News notes Congressman Lizet Hill seeks repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment after saying prohibition has failed. Hill predicts Democratic victory in November. The piece contrasts Hill with past stances and riffs on Henry Steagall’s possible referendum stance, poking fun at politicians.
The piece argues that Alabama prohibitionists should stay with the Democratic Party despite the wet plank. It says Roosevelt could not change the prohibition law if elected, and that real change depends on Congress, with the major fight two years away at congressional elections. It urges wets and drys to imitate Coolidge and remain calm.
A collection of aphorisms and witticisms on society law weather and life by W C Batchellor. The remarks touch curb markets justice punishment and social habits with humorous observations.
A crowd of Dothan residents and visitors are noted in 20 years ago notes with travel to Panama City Midland City Whigham Columbia Newton Enterprise Savannah Brundidge Troy Atlanta Tate Springs and other Georgia cities. It lists W E Whatley Byrd Kelly J L Collins Mrs S O Carlisle and daughter Dr S D Brown Mrs J W McKiscock Miss Bessie Whidden Mr and Mrs C C Bennett Mrs C B Adair Mildred Whidden Alfred Montsalvage and family among others.
The Birmingham scene shows a hydra headed Alabama Democratic Party with two apparent leaders. Mrs A Y Malone of Dothan has long pushed Roosevelt, earning National Committeewoman title after two primaries. Jefferson County activists boast leadership while seeking jobs on the band wagon.
Report notes Roosevelt’s excellent overall health with leg weakness from infantile paralysis years ago. Experts cite restored leg muscles and ability to walk unassisted, though he uses a cane during lengthy speeches. Life insurers issued policies worth 500000, signaling perceived fitness for campaign duties.
In a July 11 1932 letter from Dothan Alabama the editor of The Eagle is asked to support Economy League of Alabama efforts. The author notes past salary reductions for Houston County officials and tax assessment cuts, praising the League’s spread to thirty four counties and urging county organization led by W C Davis at the county courthouse. The piece argues for continued tax payer organized action against entrenched minority group influence and invites support.
A vivid portrait of a restless youth riding through a string of impulsive acts from speedy car rides at fifty miles an hour to late-night adventures and misadventures. The piece catalogues impulsivity and the pull of freedom as it collides with anxious parental oversight.
Readers praise the Alabama Journal for its new Intertype Ideal News dress in Monday’s issue. The Dothan Eagle, Enterprise, and others are noted as following this lead, while the Bee pardon in Hartselle Enterprise comments on the dress trend among state papers.
The Slim Times-Journal reports the strenuous effort by Hon. William Gibbs McAdoo to insert a guaranty bank deposit provision for all Federal Reserve Banks into the platform was defeated. The episode highlights McAdoo’s qualifications and fitness for the next secretary of the treasury.
William Gaines argues New York is a friendlier city than many towns despite its cold image. He praises the liberty it grants newcomers, the welcoming arts scene, rapid support for the needy, and a robust humor. The piece emphasizes New York as a state of mind where opportunity and acceptance attract talent and enterprise.
In Chicago Huey Long rises with cautious start then bold displays at the Democratic national convention. He secures delegates, waves Louisiana’s standard, and storms the resolutions door with two planks aimed at reform and wealth distribution, signaling a strong convention impact.
A child named Bert notes adults flout table manners and questions why rules exist when parents do not follow them. He observes father talking with a full mouth and chair tilts while mother interrupts stories and reaches for the cake. The piece argues children copy behavior, so adults must model consistent standards.
Dr. Larco Goldston discusses therapeutic pools used for infantile paralysis and other conditions for over 2,000 years. Baths raise body temperature to induce sweating, boost metabolism, dilate blood vessels, improve circulation, relieve pain, and aid re-education of weakened muscles. Therapeutic pools help with nerve injuries, stiffness, and some circulatory and skin disorders, supporting movement with less strain.
Mrs Chas Ingram hosted by Mr and Mrs Lesly Eubank on Monday. Ladies Aid met Thursday afternoon. The society plans to meet July 21 at Mrs Chas Ingram's home. Mr Philman and childen attended Union preaching Sunday. Mrs A H Buie improving after illness. Burkett family and children visited Wess Croor in Gordon. Madison Metcalf of Hartford and Miss Abbie Watson hosted guests. L T Buntin visited Dothan. Mrs Johnson resting well after operation. Dora L Watson returned home from Hartford visit. Gussie Mae Miller spent Saturday with E V Burkett. Carolyn Mills visited with Vivian Chestnut. Max Fortner and son from De than visited Dawsey home. W E B Hendley hosted Y W A with tea and sandwiches. T W Wooten family visited Crosby. John Tolar L Tolar Dawsey C B Burkett and wives attended N D Cameron funeral in Ashford. Anett Bracken guest of Hazel Elmore. Carolyn Hendley spent Sunday with Abbie Watson. Doris MacMath visiting mother in Jakin. Jessie Bentley visiting Verna Burkett in Kalong. Hinton Elmore guest of General Bracken. R G Prior and children visited Sunday afternoon. L Perryman of Atlanta visited J W Buckholt. Lillie Mat Sellars of Keyton spent week with Brackens. J W Culbreth visited Dothan. W E Hendley and J W Buckholt visited Sunday afternoon. Willie Mae Bracken with Edna and Ethridge. Sanford Dawsy and Rosemary Dawsey of Dothan guests of J R Dawsey. W F Sims attended preaching at Union. Albert McMath visiting Dothan.
Mrs James J Walker, wife of the New York mayor, returned home from the hospital where she had a major operation weeks ago. The mayor drove her home in his car. She was suntanned after spending hours daily at the hospital.
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