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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1914
Page
2
A scanned article debates state and federal approaches to prostitution and extortion, citing California and Nebraska. It discusses abolition efforts, enforcement penalties, and the social costs of vice, arguing for stronger measures and swift penalties to curb exploitation and illegal brokering.
The article notes that dragging the roads is more effective on wet ground. It warns that waiting too long reduces the benefit and suggests performing the drag when the surface is thoroughly wet to achieve excellent condition. It mentions that some of the finest work occurs in gullies and similar areas.
A fragmented account describes road workers in Londlen County with references to Caleb, a superintendent, and a highway commission. It mentions daily work rates, meal provisions, and a plan to assign a day’s labor for road construction. The text notes tensions and unclear logistics, with hints of a broader inquiry into county road operations.
A garbled local notice describes a June 24 gathering related to Old Confederates at the courthouse. It mentions a camp at Bartow, a governor’s or court action, and a plan to readied events but the text is heavily distorted and names are unclear.
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