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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1914
Page
2
Henderson Kentucky July 17 Today revealed immense damage by cyclone that struck the city killing Mrs William Sewell and her fourteen year old nephew. Twenty business houses and manufacturing plants were demolished or wrecked. Electric light and car systems out. Wires poles and trees litter streets. The cyclone followed a day of intense heat and moved rapidly through the area.
Philadelphia July 17 Jake Hoebach a 104 year old farmhand on Dr W Kirkworth's country estate in Foxborough reached his birthday by eating a half slice of cherry pie He has held his present job for 81 years and maintains a strict daily routine from 4 a m to 9 p m including horse care milking loading chores and dinner with little rest for years
Will Payne surveys Americans living in Europe and finds them broadly committed to militarist policy, arguing that war readiness and naval power are vital for each nation. He reports London, Paris, Rome, Berlin, and Vienna perspectives on food, alliance, and dominance, suggesting U S citizens abroad view global power as essential for national security.
Atlanta on July 17 the Empire Life Insurance company faced questions from officers and directors amid a complaint by Jones Brown. Former Insurance Commissioner Copeland testified and presented an official report alleging over 150000 dollars in unlawful securities and more than 100000 dollars in impatient capital.
William Ramey, a colored man from Ozark, is jailed in Houston County after an unsuccessful lynching attempt. He claims he was driven to an automobile in Grark but escaped, later surrendering to officers and being brought to Dayton.
Pasadena Cal July 17 19 Reverend P Crawford 91 presided over a marriage uniting William Bride aged seventy to Emma Haghen aged sixty six in a ceremony noted for its unusual age pairing. Emma Haghen a Civil War veteran’s widow and mother of thirteen children celebrated her recent marriage. The bridegroom’s previous wife has passed away and he marked the fiftieth anniversary of his first marriage.
A collision between an electric train packed with Ocean View merrymakers and a coal train near Norfolk, Virginia, today left six dead and twenty two injured. Another man died later, raising the toll.
Fragmentary text describes extraordinary military construction and evidence of significant results. Named entities are unclear due to garbled OCR. no definite dates or places can be confirmed from the readable portions. The fragment hints at a wartime context and possible investigative notes without concrete facts.
Boston July 17 suit filed against the New Road by Ole Bull Vanaban estate to recover losses alleged from the road treasury loot by directors. Defendants include Rockefeller Morgan and Mulje, former and current directors. They must appear July 34 to show cause why a trustee should not take charge of the road. Dr J T Fowler and son Tom are in the city.
The Georgia legislature passes an act to restore Webster’s Blue Back Speller in public schools. Alabama lawmakers discuss reviving the same speller as Montgomery considers legislative action. Citizens and educators look for a return to the historic reading book amid debate.
Representative Lever of North Carolina urges Americans to eat catfish to curb rising living costs. He claims catfish are affordable and plentiful, suggesting households switch to fish to reduce meal expenses.
Washington July 17 Representative Britton of Ihinese has begun a push against Naval Academy rules that ban naval cadets from carrying suitcases for visiting women. Court actions noted with weekly Mondays session at the Court House. Phone listed as 443.
New York July 17 Prosecutor Salth reveals discovery of new evidence against Mrs Carman in a murder indictment. He refuses to disclose details while supporters express confidence in her eventual acquittal.
Savage being invited to enter Turner for a racing meet at the Southeast Alabama Association fairgrounds. Officials promote advertising uses and display of racing stock with plans for substantial prize money, stalls, and cattle showcases drawing local interest.
Hospital patients crowd Manpachuntera General Hospital in Boston as Dr Hrare promotes a bold baldness cure. The procedure claims to reverse hair loss, with sweeping claims about Turkish shampoo intervals and cleanliness as preventive measures, sparking a rush for treatment.
Washington reports breakers remain ahead in Merc America as debate over amnesty continues. The United States considers how to handle rebels and the question of granting amnesty, with possible diplomatic moves involving Carranza. Talks between Cordater and Puerta Mexico are anticipated amid rising tensions.
Plans advance for Snicker Tuesday hosted by the Chamber of Commerce at Love Favorite Cafe. The evening features a large audience, speakers, and entertaining acts with questions from attendees. Organizers request early arrivals and meal reservations.
A puncture on a roadside near the Passaic River caused a search that stretched along sixty miles of roadway. Hope faded as they looked for the pin, until James Kelly found the lost item near Swifield Bridge while his father watched.
A bale of cotton, labeled as grown in Benstur county, was brought to Savannah today for sale. The item is associated with a clothing context and local street references, indicating a small rural trade note in the city.
Chicago dispatch reports railroads threatening a strike with more than 455000 engines and workers in motion. President Carbajal plans a peace conference with Huerta’s faction, Carranza expected to join, Obregon and Bleterce amid talks of fleet actions and possible mobilization. Butler receives commission as former sheriff T. Wo Hatlar is noted.
A brief note indicates a literacy group or club plans an evening gathering to solicit members. Details on date and location are unclear but the event aims to engage prospective participants and discuss membership.
New York report describes a religious clash over beach dancing amid Catholic concerns. Father Joly Helford denounces the events as evil while officials discuss a planned Hunting degree. The piece notes recent protests and calls for caution as the movement grows.
A fragmentary report describes a controversial church event titled Courting Parlor Annex to Church, with references to rites before a crowd and concerns about decency. It cites The Voice of the Negro and a Dothan paper chiding moral warnings amid pleas for restraint and protection of children.
Suffragette actions erupt in London as women assault art venues in retaliation for Mrs. Pankhat arrest. A portrait of Thomas Carey in the National Gallery is damaged while the women are seized by authorities.
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