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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1909
Page
1
The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed the lower court's decision for the impeachment of Sheriff Cazalas of Mobile County. The impeachment arose from controversy linked to recent lynchings in Mobile. The governor initiated impeachment proceedings and an appeal followed to the state Supreme Court.
White convict John A Adana fled the Pike County convict camp yesterday after nine months of service. He took the county’s dogs and left without trace. Officials warn the public to stay vigilant as the search continues.
Proceedings outline for the Alabama Press Association annual meeting held in Dothan June 16 17 1909. Includes calls to order by President JC Lawrence welcome by Capt A E Pace reports from officers committees and executives, debates on resolutions, elections of officers and delegates, papers on journalism printing and development, and announcements of badges and adjournment.
A storm near Blakely damaged multiple residences including Frank Grisley's house. Mr Grimsley and his mother in law Mrs West were among the injured.
Industrial week highlights large new water power ventures in Georgia and Alabama. Charters report $400,000 capital for Elberton and Abbeville and Geneva Alabama ventures to tap river power for industrial use. Wheat of new rail and sewer projects plus bank and real estate activity fill the regional outlook.
Barrie Hutchwen killed WA Worthington at Mallville with a 38 calibre revolver. The incident occurred at night just after nine o clock at Worthington's home. Hutchwen fired at Worthington and then attacked Worthington's wife and son, with a jury likely to be involved in the investigation.
A council committee led by Mr Thiphio Chim and others discusses a market site decision. They aim to address whether to establish a market and where it could be located, with a vote likely by Monday night to proceed before building plans on St Andrews and Troy streets.
Report notes a misattribution of credit for a meal at Hotel Mullen in Dothan. Veterans Mian Ophea Hunter and Mixa, returning from Macon, were involved in the event. Public subscriptions funded the dinner with support from local citizens. Mrs Blackwell of Columbia traveled through Dothan toward Mananna.
A warning cites treacherous currents at Che Gindt river bathing area after recent near drownings. Authorities note missing lines and ropes, urging bathers to avoid the water now before more incidents occur.
Washington informs Senator Monkhead and Dokonton by letter that after review the Department of Justice sees no reason to prevent carrying out the sentence for Harlan of Lockhart Alabama. An order to lift the stay has been sent. President Taft is aware and clemency efforts will be pursued by Alabama and Florida senators.
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