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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
1
Invitations for Ladies Day exercises at the lodge planned for Friday June 25 under the auspices of Pythagoras Lodge No 659 and Dothan Lodge No 466. The article lists recently elected officers for both lodges including W M D C Carmichael W H Tew J W T B Dobbins and others with roles such as treasurer secretary and marshal.
A pasted list of names from various cities appears alongside an advertisement for Gem Dairy Lunch at 206% E Main Street promising the best bowl of beef stew in the city. The notice also touts 3 big cans of Van Camp's Trami ny for 25 cents and a Bush GroceryCy phone number.
A telegram to the Walk-Over Shoe Store from Brockton Massachusetts reports Walk-Over shoes awarded the grand prize at the San Francisco Exposition. The Exposition honors the highest award. the notice lists Manon Fruit Jars and Red Iron Racket items at 4 Ivory Street.
Lee Wlendon was acquitted of arson in the destruction by fire of the Dothan Mattress Manufacturing Company's plant. The verdict came from Circuit Court after evidence heard yesterday afternoon and jury deliberations last night. Other circuit court dispositions included John Peddy fined $50 for violating prohibition law and George Mercer convicted of petty larceny.
Captain Turner states ships were not armed and Lusitania was a transport. Hearings at the Board of Trade open with Admirals, barons, and lawyers presenting arguments on German submarine attacks, asserting that the Lusitania gained speed was not a factor in the sinking which killed over 1100 people.
Berlin reports a German press mutters about arrests of U S officials and witnesses in a widened inquiry. The Tagebuch and Kreuz Zeitung defend submarine warfare, claim Lusitania was armed, and challenge any international law prohibiting German actions while American investigations proceed.
A fragment notes cleaner traffic could save a quarter of total coal consumption and a proportionate amount of energy. It references inheritable or inherent efficiency aspects without full context.
The text notes Duke Daorta as King Victor Kenonaiiet's cousin and next in line to the throne and reports him leading Italy's forces in the invasion of Auniria. It suggests royal succession and military leadership amid wartime.
An old advertisement touts athine double strength freckle removal from druggists. It claims quick results with twice daily application, promising even severe freckles fade while light ones disappear, and guarantees money back if not satisfied.
June 15 report: Austrian forces press along the Trentin, Carnio, and Tyrolean fronts with heavy artillery and bombardments aimed at key road junctions. Italian troops respond with heavy artillery as both sides clash north of the Gulf of Trieste, with reinforcements and infantry advances anticipated amid ongoing fighting and claimed captured positions.
A local dealer moves to a newly opened site at 1 W Clendinen and Co key words note Walden Auto Company previously occupying the space. Improvements described as substantial with new quarters and upgraded equipment. The firm acts as agent for Overland and related brands, serving customers from the new location.
The article reports a daily war expenditure of 15,000,008 pounds for England, plus credits totaling 422,000,000 pounds already allowed, with 4,510,000,007 set for war purposes. It notes April expenditures, potential reductions, and remarks by Mr Asquith on political responsibility and wartime policy. The piece discusses treasury credits, Allied obligations, and government stance during Britain’s war effort.
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