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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1932
Page
1
A Washington correspondent recalls Hoover era critique from a new book excerpt. The piece attacks the Smoot Hawley tariff as devastating to the economy and accuses Hoover of cowardice for not opposing it. It also cites Walter Lippmann and Andrew Montague to argue Republicans harmed the nation with policy misjudgments.
A reflective piece from Amarillo News-Globe humorist Henry Ansley lauds a shift to the “low mood” era, celebrating time for friends, neighbors, home life, and church. The narrator recounts social easing, fewer trips, simpler meals, rebuilt marriage dynamics, and a return to community ties, despite past ambition and wealth.
An editorial cites cotton price history from 1898 to 1909, noting 3.60 cents per pound in 1898 under McKinley, later drops, and a call for farmers and voters to act in November. It mentions A G Davis of Centre and a receipt for cotton sold in Gadsden in 1898, with price comparisons to 1868 levels and 44 cents in 1909. The piece argues price trends challenge party prosperity claims and urges electoral action.
An unclear account describes a chaotic campaign situation with references to a helicopter, trucks, and street actions. The passage mentions a sheriff or officer, a confrontation about a sign rope, and a late night exchange involving a political tone. Names, places, and exact actions are garbled.
The Lakes Bulletin reports a local birth sparked by faith groups. Aeters and Creditors discuss the role of birth as a sacred rite within the community, examining implications for families and religious practice.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes that early vegetables are appearing in fields and city plots as gardeners respond to weather, urging higher production to avoid waste and meet rising demand. Experts expect markets to expand as acreage returns to the land and summer crops multiply.
New York estimates show riders spend about 120 million dollars yearly on fares while drivers receive 24 million in tips. About 18 000 cabs operate as business faces pressures. The column notes skimpy meter readings and taunts a wry tone. A Thirteenth Street shop signs free lunch for every five paying customers.
Harpo Marx’s first harp, bought for 40 dollars, was wrecked on a train ride in Mississippi. Railroad damages paid 250 dollars, he kept the harp, traded it for 350, later learned the shop sold it to an antique dealer for 750. The tale ends with a quip about value before 1930.
A town nightlife figure plans a classic New Year's Eve event after a Rockefeller pronouncement. Police Commissioner Mulrooney attends shows, not censoring. Arthur Hopkins, famed producer, shows mood shifts with hits or flops. Odessa Missouri Mayor Lightner, an old auto pioneer, attends magician banquet. Fashion copyists face stiff demand for Parish fashions as prices drop little.
Herbert Plummer notes predictions that post convention session would spark a fierce start to the 1932 presidential campaign in both houses. He says Democrats faced pressure on prohibition positions as Senator Bingham attaches a beer bill to a home loan measure to test Democratic stance on modification pending repeal.
In the house, Republicans attack Speaker Garner over his relief bill, accusing it of demagoguery and revealing a move toward the vice presidency. Democrats defend Garner, claiming the aim is to aid the people against business interests.
Campaign material is manufactured daily by senators and representatives. The tactics persist relentlessly, continuing until the final moment of the campaign.
Milly jealous of her older brother falls behind in reading and writing. Parents praise the brother and dismiss Milly, leading to unruly behavior. The piece urges gentle support to help a child pursue abilities within reach and feel equally loved.
The article links misbehavior in children to physical disabilities from nervous system issues and malnutrition. It notes chronic fatigue and anxiety states as common, caused by bad environments, with remedies including rest, regular sleep, quiet rooms, and proper ventilation to boost energy and improve conduct.
Newspaper fragment quotes W R Fulford on old stamp usage and price, plus notes from C C McEachert on timber shortages and cutting rates. Mentions A W Jones of Mississippi praising Dothan as a good town for business.
In a long garden day Peggy Betty and Freddy weed and trim borders while Jonah praises the progress. They plan to return after dinner and later consider a swim as a rain hint cools Riverbank. The workers grow tired but content with the neat appearance.
A self styled hunger march group led a march on the Indiana State Capitol steps as the General Assembly was in session. Several hundred protesters shouted We want bread and we want food while police barred entry to the building.
London July 20 AP J 4 Mollison the Australian aviator said he will marry Amy Jobnec of Britain a week before embarking on a planned round trip to New York next month Mollison has made several flights between England and Australia Miss Johnsons greatest claim fam is her solo flight to Australi 1939 SPONSO R SELECTED Washington July 20 AP Secretary Adams Navy announces Miss Cora Stanton Jahncke daughter of Secretary Expert Lee Jahncke named sponsor for the light New Orleans which is to be launched at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in November NOTIFICATION PLACES Washington July 20 AF E President Hoover has chosen the national capital as the place for his renomination action He has set the date between August 8 and 15
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