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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1932

Page

2

The Dothan Eagle Public Notice and Rates

The Dothan Eagle announces publication details and subscription rates by carrier and mail. It lists editors business manager and staff, advertising contacts, and national representation. The page states misstatements of fact are investigated and corrected promptly.

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Ambulance Crash Sparks Debate Over Speeding Uniform Rules

A New Jersey ambulance rushing to a hospital with a three year old girl collided with a car, killing six including the ambulance driver, the child, and her father. The incident prompts concerns that fast, reckless ambulance travel endangers patients and bystanders, questioning the balance between speed and safety in medical transport.

Foolish Hausner Flier Risked Atlantic Attempt

Foolish Hausner, a Polish flyer missing while attempting an Atlantic crossing, flew a plane with a 220 hp engine, 90 mph cruising, and 120 mph top speed. He held a limited license, lacked blind flying skill, and faced fog and night risks. If he had a modern 500–600 hp engine and 150–200 mph capability, outcomes might differ. His decision left his wife a widow.

Hausner Atlantic Amelia Earhart

Resignation Shocks Reconstruction Finance Corporation

Charlie Dawes has resigned as chairman of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation saying it is a fizzle and popular as a dead roach in a syrup pitcher. The corporation’s report shows 70 percent of total loans went to banks in towns under 5,000 population.

Charlie Dawes Charlie Reconstruction Finance Corporation

Dothan Socials and Local News Highlights

Miss Clifford Faircloth hosted a bridge party for friends at her home. Miss Florence Ellis organized a club with members to choose its name at the next meeting. T. W. Howell of Headland visited Dothan on business. Raymond Trammell, a student at Tus­ter Springs Academy, earned a conduct medal. H. L. Askew of Gradyville Ge­o owes in Dethan. Dethan’s baseball team lost to Americus and will start another series versus Troy. Willie Mae Whaley left for a visit to Valdosta. Captain Richmond Prarren Hobson arrived to join a debate with Marvin Black in Troyan business.

Florence Ellis

Federal Reserve debate and critiques echo in farm and finance discourse

A Dothan man denounces the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and praises the Federal Reserve's past aims while critiquing current politics and bailouts. He argues the Fed should perform its loaning function, not profit, and accuses governments of meddling in private business, urging reform and accountability amid financial stress. The piece also highlights a Florence Herald opinion urging farmers to maximize on-farm production and heed tenant guidance as cotton prices stay depressed with vast warehouse stocks.

Florence Herald The Herald T. M. Foegers Rogers

Letter From a Dothan Pastor on Home-Front Race Unity

An Alabama pastor urges retooling the local economy toward homegrown prosperity through at home buying, honest taxation, and support for merchants and banks. He appeals for Negro and white cooperation, urging farmers to plant ample feed and crops, back Dothan banks, and work with planters to harvest crops for winter sustenance.

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Secret light beam telecommunication breakthrough

A report from Scheneetsts describes a test in which human voices were transmitted over a beam of light from the Virgible Los Angeles to the Jos Arridés, with navy officials noting a secret light beam method of communication for wartime use. The article claims light communication would be immune to enemy interception, especially at night, and frames ongoing science as resilient amid economic depression.

Caime Scheneetsts Los Angeles Jos Arridés Navy Yarto

Tax Burden and Local Government Spending Debate

A Kansas City Star report discusses how taxes burden businesses and households in the county. It argues taxing bodies favor higher levies over cutting expenditures, noting uncertainty about government actions and the impact on commerce and general fiscal policy.

Kansas City Star

Pionpe Humor Confuses Oncle Venier About Pinay Plan

An unclear note references an uncle named Venier and a joke about pinay plans. It suggests misunderstanding about pinning or throwing a gondola, with a playful, garbled style and informal terms. The record captures a quirky domestic exchange in a nonspecific locale.

Pionpe Enea

New York Letter by William Gaines on Durante and romance by Central Park lakes

In New York, James Durante laments his Congress plans, jokes about a wood platform act with Eddie Jackson and Lou Clayton, and recalls his political roots. A Central Park South Lake boathouse attendant notes romance proposals and the dim privacy of moonlit rowing, describing both bliss and grief.

New York James “Schnozzie Durante Congress Washington Hollywood Eddie Jackson Lou Clayton Wid House of Representatives Alsies Catherine Street al Smith Tim Sullivan Tom Foley Pete Hamill Pop South Lake Central Park Cupid Buttinskys Bliss

Reed Smoot Athletes Endurance In Senate Revenue Battle

Washington letter portrays Reed Smoot of Utah as a tireless senator guiding the revenue bill, chairing the finance committee, holding 8:30 a.m. sessions, and debating every clause. He defends his pace as adherence to religious principles, staking his claim to relentless work and daily routines.

Washington Capitol Reed Smart Utah Senate Smoot Reed Smont

Santa Believer Tommy Walker Keeps Faith in Claus

A fragment from the Rochester Times notes Tommy Walker maintaining belief in Santa Claus despite doubts. The readable line hints at youthful faith and holiday spirit, reflecting local attitudes toward Christmas myths.

Walker Santa Claus Rochester Times Inien

Talks to Parents By Alice Judson Peale

A boy of 11 develops extreme fears after his father's death. He fears being alone, death, and illness, and mistreats his mother. Modern psychology explains this as identification with his father, guilt, self punishment, and hidden family dynamics. Symptoms eased after psychiatric insight.

Alice Judson Peale

How's Your Health By Dr Lago Goldston

A health column discusses rising muscle, tendon, and joint injuries with outdoor sport season. It explains how overuse and violent exercise rupture fibers and cause temporary paralysis, noting muscle relaxation by performers prevents injury and that strains can lead to fiber rupture in rare cases.

Lago Goldston

John Saves Moda From Drowning At The River

In a seaside incident Peggy shouts for Moda to swim, John and other boys dive in. John grabs Moda by hair and arm, brings her back to the raft after two strong strokes. Moda is shaken but unharmed. parents praise John’s quick thinking and vow no harsh punishment. John resolves to train hard, lift logs to grow stronger.

Peggy Moda John Freddy

Motorist Follows Rules to Aid Alabama Safety Message

Editor notes caution about following too closely and coasting as part of a ninth in a series from the Alabama Safety Council on the Rules of the Road. It praises a motorist who cooperates with others in statewide safety programs and suggests consistent road safety practices.

Alabama Safety Council

Safety rules for motorists under Golden Rule Club care

The GdH Rule Club, sponsored by the Alabama Safety Council, invites every motorist to join via the Alabama Safety Comf tective Life Building in Birmingham. Members receive a Digest of the Road Act, a Golden Rule emblem, and a Golden Rule key check while learning safe following distances, avoiding emergency stops, and proper use of gears and brakes to prevent accidents and stay within legal limits.

O Lbama Safety Council Alabama Safety Comf Tective Life Building Birmingham State

Soreness After Violent Exercise Warned and Cured by Repetition

The text notes that most muscle soreness after intense activity results from waste products buildup in muscle tissue. Heat, massage, and moderate exercise help alleviate soreness. Stiffness can be warded off and cured by repeating the original exercise activity that caused it.

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