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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1932
Page
1
Brutus the dog is described as friendly yet was frightened when jumped on by a woman. Reports vary from a bite to frothing at the mouth and stones from boys led to Brutus being cornered and shot. The piece argues gossip and “They say” harm public trust, praising advertising as truth policing in business to prevent prejudice and substandard goods.
A Tuscaloosa News item notes South Alabama Congressman John McDuffie, chair of the House economy committee, quips that Geneva delegates may live on 25 dollars a day or less, arguing economy will save dollars for the public. he suggests little hardship for the delegates while emphasizing budget cuts and domestic economy.
The Selma Times-Journal analyzes Brookings like recommendations to balance Alabama’s 1982 budget. It forecasts a $3.95 million funding gap after expected tax measures and warns large-scale cuts in education, university, and public pensions would be needed, with possible tax hikes on banks and intangibles.
A fragmented note mentions Batchelor's Buttons grown by W. C. Batchelor and riffs on rum running and human relations. The text suggests caution over frankness and shifting fortunes as times loom near.
Twenty years ago in Dothan, J W Baughtry of Hartford visited, Lucile McClure returned from Troy, M D Peterman ill on North Gates, Ward and Annie visiting relatives in Fort Gaines. Bankers and printers planned a baseball game. tips on work happiness and fiscal comments appear. Bruce Dickerson and Joe Cringe visited White Springs, Fla. W E Barrow, former Dothan catcher, passed through en route to Mississippi after an arm injury in Georgia. Mar is born to sorrow as the taxer fly upward.
The writer ridicules Dr. Bradford Knapp of Auburn for suggesting cuts to save money in state education. He argues against closing thousands of common schools to fund colleges, urging preservation of basic schooling and criticizing high tuition and college life. He recalls Henry county youths who walked to the University of Virginia in 1859, noting their later impact and honoring Prof. Espy and Prof. Scott as local pioneers.
A squad of recruits at the rifle range fires at 250, 200, and 109 yards without a hit. The sergeant orders bayonets fixed and a charge as the only remaining chance. Army and Navy Sours.
In Abbeville and surrounding Wiregrass towns, memories honor Oscar Tompkins and Will Howell, two youths who rose from meager beginnings to university degrees through work and schooling. Their story underscores the value of public schools and questions plans to close colleges, urging nine month operation to sustain Alabama’s roots of education.
A child voices a common grudge against maternal favoritism after the birth of a brother. The article analyzes why girls feel inferior, how parental dynamics influence this, and suggests explanations and parental actions to offset perceived bias.
Miss Myrtig St. Pierre, awarded 5000 in a breach of promise action against Sister Aimee Semple McPherson's new husband, decries the sum as inadequate yet views it as vindication of her honor. The judge had suggested 200000, but the court noted it did not measure affections. She may leave nursing, perhaps dance, with breach actions fueling publicity and the Angelus Temple donors absent.
Dr Lago Goldston discusses hypertrichosis in young women causing social and self esteem issues. Hormone therapy is often ineffective. best results come from destroying each hair follicle with a fine needle and electric current. The procedure is tedious, somewhat painful, but should leave no scarring when done by a skilled operator.
In a Newport Recruit excerpt a dialogue emerges about mutual aid and warnings against relying on loans. One friend urges generosity while the other predicts the persistent insistence on being the one who helps, reflecting political or social tension over financial reliance.
A clipped column featuring J P Alley humorous remarks on road maintenance costs. Mentions floods in Houston county and auditor's report to the county commission. Also includes golf banter with Ew ell Owens and Mrs Floy Hall at the Country Club and Ralph Garrett recalling faces from his time in Dothan.
Sundown Stories recounts a Sunday evening gathering where parents relax, children host guests, and all chip in pennies for ice cream sodas. Old Jonah receives a strawberry soda after a birthday anniversary at Dick and Mattie’s home, with others enjoying peach sundaes and vanilla and chocolate sodas amid a festive mood.
The text notes bleaching agents like barium sulphide mixed with inert powder can remove hair temporarily but may irritate skin with frequent use. It adds most dermatologists advise against X rays for hair removal. It mentions pastes with thallium acritate once used but now discarded due to toxicity.
Lovetown residents Mr and Mrs Jim Taylor spent a few days with their son Dell Taylor. Mrs Anna Williams stayed with Mrs Francis Love. Mr and Mrs Johnnie Baxley and children visited Ellis family in Hilton Georgia. Arch Thompson of Hilton visited Francis Love. Ruth Dukes stayed at Mrs Love’s. Alvah Love Ada Smith and children from Ashford visited Love. Rosie Lee Whit visited Anna and Minnie Love. Linnie Dell Paul and Sallie Mae Daniels visited Anna and Minnie Love. Chester Williams of Dothan visited Anna Williams. Rev J L Rice of Dothan visited Mrs Love. Sylvester Smith from Ashford visited uncle P T Smith. Meade and Ernest Smith from Ashford visited grandmother Mrs Love.
The Minotaur in Greek mythology is described as a creature with a human body and a bull’s head. It features in ancient legends as a fearsome hybrid resident of Crete, central to the tale of Theseus and the labyrinth.
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