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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1935
Page
2
A garbled 2008 Dothan Eagle fragment discusses parimutuel betting and racing in Alabama. It cites Ella inbonoke Ball and references Cian Mel Mattar CuEUBSCRIPFION RATES, with scattered phrases from Associated Press style and political quotes about tyranny and economic concerns.
In a column from Montgomery Advertiser dated June 14 1985 the author argues pari mutuel betting would transform Alabama’s horse breeding into a major industry. The piece compares state moral standing with other states that legalize racing and notes the public purse would divert funds to track operators rather than taxpayers. It criticizes the economic and social impact of parimutuel wagering.
Agitation grew to pack a Plant in Dothan as Miss Mary Ells Fenn returned from a wilt to her cousin in Montgomery. Mrs J R G Howell and daughter Ute Mire Esther came back from a visit with Mr and Mrs Cleveland Brickley in Meridian. Grace Faireroth and Gladys Whaley visited Panatoa City. Wille Mae Whaley and Eve Glenn left for Thomasville Georgia for a camping trip. The Graceville Advertiser noted Mr ZR Porter of Dothan was in the city this week. Edo Bush advertised a two and a half horsepower bicycle attachment claiming it would climb any hill and go through mud.
George Bernard Shaw voices sharp critique in New York on April 11 1935 blaming Congress and the Constitution for national ills and predicting disappointment under Roosevelt while contrasting with Hoover and urging defense of constitutional order.
Alabama Constitution fixes salary at $4 per day during session yet lawmakers vote to raise to $6. Representative Perry Calhoun lauds the action as constitutional after Attorney General Carmichael weighs in. Within hours, drafts total $20,709 for 69 days, sparking cries of greed as critics denounce taxes and hollow pledges.
Walter Duranty of The New York Times outlines censorship patterns among European nations. He notes Britain, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Holland, and Switzerland with no censorship, while France, Portugal, Belgium, Czechoslovakia, Lithuania, and others have covert or overt censorship practices shaping public opinion and influencing war sentiment.
Victorian hemitios defined beauty by perfect features but today women prized individuality and spirit over flawless tones. Regular faces are linked to dullness, while lively personality, natural look, and makeup enhance allure. Vogue credits this shift as beauty earned half by personality, a quarter by Nature, and a quarter by makeup. Mr and Mrs Wingrog and Mr and Mrs Foy visited Eutauls to receive.
A Washington letter surveys mood toward the New Deal, noting wavering enthusiasm inside the New Dealers, infighting at NRA and related agencies, and doubts about policy effectiveness. It highlights shifts in personnel, legal questions, and hopes for reform as President Roosevelt presses adjustments from within.
A Hopkins economist argues the New Deal rests on an imperfect knowledge base and limited experimental method. He compares social science to physical science, noting the economist cannot discard social material and must rely on historical records and contemporary evidence.
A New York letter sketches thoughts on Skippy humor, actors like Katharine Hepburn, and theatre figures. It notes Lee Lash staging curtain art, fashion notions, and crowds at Madison Square, highlighting quirky characters, fashion fixes, and urban mood in a vivid 1920s tone.
Dr. Jacob H. Hollander argues the New Deal abandons sound economic principles and historical evidence. He warns that reliance on bureaucratic efficiency and political expediency risks reckless exploration and impractical panaceas that threaten recovery and monetary stability.
Dr. Iago Golistein discusses dieting with emphasis on restraint rather than starvation. He notes people prefer small indulgences and outlines a reducing diet using low calorie foods like green vegetables and lean meats while limiting fats sugars and starches. The piece also mentions refined cellulose as a noncaloric filler.
Hollywood veteran Robbin Coons notes D W Griffith spent nine months planning the silent version and $125000 on rights then staged four season shooting The new talking version aims for a 36 day shoot with Lillian Gish Richard Barthelmess and others joining from Griffiths stock company The process contrasts with Fox methodical advance planning while the project traces back to Lottie Blair Parker melodrama and early February production onset
Opinion piece arguing against labeling children as exceptional and subjecting them to special training. Advocates for letting gifted children develop naturally while avoiding elitist attitudes and overprotective schooling. Describes harms of publicity and the danger of over sheltering capable youths.
The Alabama Supreme Court began reviewing the constitutionality of the Dominick sterilization bill at Gov. Bibb Graves request for an advisory opinion. The bill, passed by both houses, sits on the governor’s desk as Judge B. P. Crom of Montgomery files a supporting brief and O. R. Shannon of Mobile files a challengers brief.
Jelly Bear leads a walking picnic with Honey Bear and cubs to find springs and edible plants. Willy Nilly fears Rip cannot join, while the group enjoys the journey despite challenges. Creative animal friends attempt tasks and share small triumphs on the trail.
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