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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1914
Page
3
Birmingham remains tense after two murders in four days. Moses Houlihan, 23, was found dead with a bullet through his mouth in his father’s home. the body warm when discovered. Joseph Brookins, 27, was assassinated in East Birmingham recently as police rush to solve the cases.
The funeral service for Mary Frances Folkes six year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Folkes was held this morning at Foster Street Methodist Church conducted by Rev G B Pilley. Burial followed at the city cemetery. A separate classified notice seeks furnished rooms for light housekeeping from a well known couple with details requested in a letter to M P O box 366.
Local theater listing announces two days of entertainment at WPELITE THEATRE. The Bogur Count plays today and The Misfit Parlor follows Saturday with a refined company promising real entertainment for ladies and children. If unsatisfied, money back at the tax office.
DeWitte Mageill died after being struck by a moving freight train in Lexington Kentucky. Funeral services were held at the home of his father G B Mansill this morning conducted by Rev H Jennings pastor of the First Baptist Church. G B Mansill had been traveling west with R J Senn and returned to the city last night for the funeral as relatives awaited word.
Farmerk State Bank of Bethalto the eighth Munday Lorimer bank to close in a week receiver W Niblack named for LaSalle Street Bank Chicago parent institution value of two million five hundred thousand dollars.
Edward McMillan, a colored man, was found napping on the sidewalk near the Coast Line Messenger office. Acting Mayor A O Whiddon and Chief Hollingwald examined the scene as police took the sleeping man to the station. The officer suggested the man appeared intoxicated or possibly under cocaine influence.
Local notices hint at a July Fourth event in Dothan with planned music and community participation. Merchants consider store closures for the celebration while organizers coordinate insignia and public gathering details.
Judge Dolan orders Thomas Pantix to pay 40 dollars to George Geltix after panting incident in a shoe store where Pantix allegedly blocked a exit and allegedly brushed Gellie, tore his coat, and demanded a tip. The report includes unrelated notes about J B Dell and a Panama City stay.
Dothan resident Bettie B Harris of 402 North Andrews Street won a season ticket to the State Exposition. The Publicity Committee collected slogans and ideas from local residents including Mrs W S Bank, Miks Hirekh, and Cir don Hindwon as part of a promotion for the fair.
Fragmentary text notes a forgery allegation concerning individuals including Welland Kinney and Hoddesville area, mentioning Bie and Winesy ages with an accented term. The report references a defendant near Hoddesville and a claimed offense date or period, but details are unclear.
Washington June man Ped delight calling for investigation as the Senate committee on Privileges and Elections will begin an inquiry next week into the use of money to boost a gold mine at Gallon, NG. The motion favors a full examination of events and actors involved in the boom activities and potential improper influence.
Harvard swept the Yale crew in the 47th annual regatta at London Connecticut. The second varsity beat Yale by ten lengths and the Harvard freshmen defeated Yale by three lengths. The varsity four mile pace is scheduled for this afternoon.
Washington June 1 The president today nominated the following pointmen for Alabama T el Fitzpatrick Montgomery and Jobo Telly Ir Scottsboro for federal posts Fitzpatrick comes from Montgomery and Scottsboro is listed as the other candidate
A coastal railroad offers lower fares to encourage participation in a forthcoming event. Officials from the Atlantic Cont Line, based in Savannah, thank the Chamber of Commerce secretary for support that will help many travelers attend the gathering.
A new general merchandise store opens on East Main Street led by Mr. Pitcher and Mr. Hieber. The venture expands a family business with plans for further branches and regional growth in Bathar.
Margaret Winona, daughter of the President, arrived to take up work as an editor for a social and civic magazine. Prof Ward of Wisconsin University is editor in chief.
Ames report details a disastrous blast at Kedgiw Dinatte coal mine near Liege Belgium. Two hundred miners were trapped and many injured as rescuers work under dangerous conditions.
Local railroad workers report a new two and a half cent rate will take effect July first. The adjustment follows recent orders and affects freight charges across lines serviced by Mathomery Alabama facilities.
Turbulent dispatch reports Huerta directing a hard line against insurgents as political maneuvers surface. The text notes poll tax preparations and a chaotic path toward June elections shaping a contested short term in Congress.
Fragmented report shows Senor Moan seeking mediation after a failure. It notes envoy efforts by Honor Naon and xentine mediator arriving in May to appeal to Secretary Hryan. Mentions Niagara Falls meeting and a brief approach to the administration in person. Secretary Tryan remains the sole official hopeful for a calm settlement.
Niagara Walla reports a rocky mediation with indications only a bipartisan commission can guide the peace talks. American voters seek constitutional restraint and delay of the coming election while diplomats clash over terms, and a reconvened conference faces uncertain prospects.
The text describes a chaotic night when 120 acres of fields are referenced and figures wander into darkness. A baker enters a thicket and a pursuit unfolds with figures panting and circling. The scene shifts to New York Triban style notes and a detective element appears before fading into confusion.
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